Submissions
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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.
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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.
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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.
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National Environmental Standard (Matters of National Environmental Significance) 2026
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National Environmental Standard (Environmental Offsets) 2025
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Strategic Risks from Renewable Developments on Resource Tenure: Briefing Note
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Inquiry Into the Environment Protection Reform Bill 2025 and Six Related Bills
QRC supports the intent of the Commonwealth’s reforms to modernise Australia’s environmental laws and align with contemporary expectations for transparency, efficiency, and strong outcomes. However, these reforms must recognise the maturity of Queensland’s regulatory framework, avoid duplication, and provide a clear path for state accreditation. QRC aligns with the Minerals Council of Australia (MCA) in advocating for a risk-based, outcomes-focused system that delivers both environmental protection and investment certainty
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Senate Standing Committee on Environment and Communication
Submission to the Senate Environment and Communications Legislation Committee’s inquiry into the Environment Protection Reform Bill 2025 and six related Bills
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Environmentally Relevant Activity (ERA) Standard for Petroleum Exploration Activities
The Queensland Resources Council (QRC) submitted our response to the draft environmentally relevant activity (ERA) Standards for petroleum pipeline and exploration activities.
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Reef 2050 Catchment Water Quality Strategy
The draft Strategy provides a constructive update to the Reef 2050 framework, shifting toward a
holistic, values-based approach that integrates ecological, cultural, social, and economic
outcomes.
