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Sunny Day as Queensland’s Supercharged Solar for Renters Launched

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A collection of social service, faith and environmental groups have welcomed the launch of the Queensland Government’s Supercharged Solar for Renters scheme. The Power Together coalition, including the Queensland Conservation Council, Parents for Climate and Energetic Communities, have long called on the Queensland Government to help all Queenslanders, particularly renters and social housing tenants, access … Continued

Energy legislation sends Queensland backwards and puts clean energy and Reef jobs at risk

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The Crisafulli Government has sent Queensland backwards and put clean energy and Reef jobs at risk with the legislation to deliver a new Energy Roadmap, said WWF-Australia.   The Queensland Government tonight passed legislation that will scrap Queensland’s renewable energy targets and extend the life of ageing and unreliable coal fired power stations.   “This … Continued

TALENT ALERT: Experts warn Queensland’s Energy Roadmap risks higher bills, weaker reliability and lost jobs

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9th December 2025 The State Government is planning to legislate their Energy Roadmap this week – weakening Queensland’s renewable energy commitments and extending the life of ageing coal fired power stations. Leading energy, investor, conservation and community experts have warned the new energy bill risks leaving households exposed to higher electricity costs and pushing clean … Continued

Rental affordability stabilises at record lows in Queensland

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Rental affordability has somewhat stabilised in Brisbane after rapid declines in recent years – but it remains at record lows, according to the 11th annual National Shelter-SGS Economics and Planning Rental Affordability Index released today.    The index, which compares rents to incomes, found Brisbane’s affordability declined 2% in the past 12 months following a … Continued

Rental affordability index – QLD

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On Monday 24 November the 11th annual National Shelter-SGS Economics and Planning Rental Affordability Index will be released. For an embargoed copy of the report, and access to an interactive dashboard showing the affordability of the suburbs in your area, or to arrange an interview, please email: [email protected] Contact details: [email protected]

CCAA Backs Queensland’s Sustainable Procurement Push

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Cement Concrete & Aggregates Australia (CCAA) has welcomed the Queensland Government’s Procurement Policy 2026, describing it as an important step toward a more sustainable and circular construction industry. CCAA Chief Executive Officer Michael Kilgariff said the policy sets a strong direction for government purchasing to drive innovation, resource efficiency and lower-carbon outcomes. “This policy recognises … Continued

Queensland Councils call for Premier to get with the times and ditch shark nets

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SYDNEY (27 October 2025)—Humane World for Animals Australia has applauded a motion passed by the Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ) last week (see wording of Motion below), calling on the Queensland State Government to modernise its primitive Shark Control Program by working with coastal councils to trial non-lethal, evidence-based technologies. The motion, passed at … Continued

Mining Coroner Legislation misses the mark on worker safety

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The Coroners (Mining and Resources Coroner) Amendment Bill passed through Queensland Parliament today fails to address the root causes of preventable deaths in the mining and resources sector, the Mining and Energy Union said today. MEU Queensland President Mitch Hughes said the legislation establishing the Coroner role was reactive and too narrow. The Mining and … Continued

Talent alert – Experts warn QLD’s Energy Roadmap locks in polluting coal, drives up power bills and risks jobs

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TALENT ALERT: Experts warn Queensland’s Energy Roadmap locks in polluting coal, drives up power bills and risks jobs 10 October 2025 The Crisafulli Government’s new Energy Roadmap released today has extended the life of Queensland’s ageing coal-fired power stations and doubled down on fossil gas, prompting concern from energy experts. The roadmap has not only … Continued

Coal and gas commitment threatens Queensland’s future

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The Crisafulli Government’s commitment to keep coal-fired power stations running longer and invest in new expensive gas threatens the future of Queensland’s economy, communities and natural wonders like the Great Barrier Reef, said WWF-Australia.   Treasurer David Janetzki today announced the roadmap for Queensland’s energy system for the next five years.   While the plan … Continued