To grow Queensland, we need a robust economy, with strong mining and agriculture, sensible regulation, lower taxes, great roads, targeted government policies and investment, and more well-paid jobs.
As a representative of all Queenslanders, a large part of my role is reminding governments that a healthy Queensland makes for a strong Australia.
As part of Northern Australia, Queensland â especially regional, rural and remote parts â has a major role to play in defence, tourism and meeting the worldâs need for our resources.
That is why I am focused on growing Queensland for you.
Shadow Minister for Resources and Northern Australia, Senator Susan McDonald, has backed a Coalition bill to prevent Commonwealth, State and Territory laws being used to block, delay or restrict Australian mining, oil and gas projects because of emissions generated when their products are used overseas.
Todayâs High Court decision on the Mount Pleasant coal mine should be a wake-up call for governments across Australia. The decision highlights just how difficult Australia has made it to develop the resources that underpin our economy, our energy security and the living standards of Australian families.
Northern Australia will be a major beneficiary of the Liberals and Nationalsâ Australia-First Migration Plan, which will cut migration numbers while protecting workforce pathways needed by regional businesses and major projects.
The Coalition has been clear: we will not support a gas reservation policy that is not evidence-based or backed by research demonstrating it will deliver more gas and more investment, not less.
