Queensland limits right to oppose mining projects, activists say rights 'gutted'
New legislation would restrict who can object to mining developments in court, requiring minister approval and proximity requirements.
Queensland's proposed laws would ban opponents of mining projects from being heard in court without the state mining minister's approval, and would limit objectors to those owning property within 125km of a project site, according to the excerpt.
The Greens party called the move "corrupt," while community group Lock the Gate Alliance said the LNP government was "tearing up democratic and environmental protections" to benefit mining companies. The government says the process needs to be "streamlined."
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- Queenslanders’ rights to oppose mining projects ‘gutted’ by new laws, activists say — The Guardian — World
EGazette summarizes reporting from multiple sources; follow the links for the originals.
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