The Queensland government has introduced amendments to fast track projects approvals, especially with critical minerals.
The aim of these amendments is to get faster access to these minerals, but advocacy groups are concerned about environmental protections being watered down.
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Produced By: Eduardo Jordan
Featured In Story: Tony Fontes – President of the Whitsunday Conservation Council
First aired on The Wire, Friday 17 July 2026