Deputy premier wants power to forcibly acquire land for private sector projects
Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie promoted new legislation in Mackay that would allow the government to forcibly acquire land for private sector projects. The proposed changes aim to stimulate investment in Queensland, but critics argue it undermines legal safeguards. The inquiry has received over 90 submissions and will report by August 7.
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Published 15 Jul 2026, 05:56 UTC · Updated 15 Jul 2026, 06:10 UTC
Summary by OZbrief Editorial. Original report: ABC News – Australia. Editorial policy · Corrections
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