Submissions

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Treasury Laws Amendment (Tax Reform No. 1) Bill 2026

The QRC submission to the Senate Standing Committee on Economics provides industry feedback on the proposed changes to capital gains tax under the Treasury Laws Amendment (Tax Reform No. 1) Bill 2026. It highlights the potential impacts on investment in Queensland’s exploration sector, particularly for junior explorers, and emphasises the importance of stable, competitive policy settings to support exploration, critical minerals development and future resource investment.
Submitted on 09 Jun 2026
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Exposure Draft National Environmental Standard for matters of National Environmental Significance

QRC submission on the Exposure Draft National Environmental Standard for Matters of National Environmental Significance, supporting practical and durable environmental reform while recommending a proportionate and predictable framework that enables efficient project approvals alongside strong environmental protections.
Submitted on 29 May 2026
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Residual Risk Guideline and Calculator Advance Copy

QRC submission on the Residual Risk Assessment Guideline (Version 2.00), acknowledging DETSI’s ongoing engagement with industry and supporting a practical, transparent and effective residual risk framework.
Submitted on 11 May 2026
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Select Committee on the Taxation of Gas Resources

The Queensland Resources Council (QRC) welcomes the opportunity to contribute to the Australian Parliament’s taxation of gas resources inquiry.
Submitted on 13 Apr 2026
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Draft guide to health surveillance for vanadium

QRC submission on Resources Safety and Health Queensland’s draft guide to health surveillance for vanadium, supporting clear, risk-based guidance to protect worker health and safety.
Submitted on 10 Apr 2026
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GAWB Water Security Assets Price Monitoring Review 2026–30

Submitted to the Queensland Competition Authority (QCA) project team re: its Draft Report on the Gladstone Area Water Board (GAWB) Water Security Assets for 2026–30.
Submitted on 30 Mar 2026
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Gas Market Review Consultation Submission

Gas is a critical pillar of the energy system in Queensland and Australia. The Queensland gas sector underpins domestic energy reliability, supports emissions reduction and energy transition objectives, and provides essential feedstock for manufacturing and industrial activity across the east coast.
Submitted on 16 Mar 2026
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Resources Safety and Health Queensland and Other Legislation Amendments Bill 2026

QRC submission on the Resources Safety and Health Queensland and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2026, supporting stronger governance and accountability while recommending refinements to ensure effective, clear and timely regulatory outcomes.
Submitted on 16 Mar 2026
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2026-27 QRC Pre-Budget Submission

Submitted on 06 Feb 2026
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National Environmental Standard (Matters of National Environmental Significance) 2026

Submitted on 30 Jan 2026