Natural Resources Policy

Mining and Exploration Subsidies

We oppose subsidising mining and exploration. The state retains significant advantages in commercial negotiations of mining and exploration leases. Therefore, we will end all state subsidies for mining and exploration related projects.

This policy will create an approximate $800 million saving in the Queensland budget per annum.

The Mineral and Energy Resources (Common Provisions) Act 2014

A Democratic Party of Queensland government will amend The Mineral and Energy Resources (Common Provisions) Act 2014 to give land owners greater protections, control of the land and clear protocols for compensation.