Brisbane’s new council rules dubbed an ‘attack on democracy’
Brisbane's council faced backlash after new laws limited councillors' access to information, deemed an 'attack on democracy' by opposition members. Under the changes, only documents directly related to their ward are accessible, with the Lord Mayor exempt. Critics argue this restricts oversight and accountability, impacting constituents' ability to scrutinize citywide issues.
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Published 03 Jul 2026, 09:28 UTC · Updated 03 Jul 2026, 09:30 UTC
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