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, Senator Susan McDonald has delivered a bold vision for Australiaâs resources future, saying the sector has a vital role to play in defence and in helping the country take a leading role in international partnerships such as AUKUS.
We know what needs to be done to deliver and sustain the next mining boom for Australia: Affordable energy; Access to gas; Reduced and streamlined approval processes; Investment certainty; Workable and flexible IR laws. We now need the keys to government. We are ready.
New figures showing a sharp drop in mineral and petroleum exploration have prompted urgent calls for the Albanese Labor Government to reverse its attacks on the resources sector, with the Opposition warning investor confidence continues to fall.
Shadow Minister for Northern Australia, Senator Susan McDonald has dismissed the Federal Governmentâs much-vaunted âNorthern Australia Action Plan 2024-2029â as a âno action planâ that offers little hope for generational change in the region.
