Recent legislative updates in Queensland

As the pressures of climate change and the energy transition continue to escalate, the Queensland government has introduced a new suite of laws aimed at bolstering resource management and enhancing environmental protection. These legislative changes reflect a growing commitment to foster development and balance economic growth with ecological preservation.

The Federal Budget: A Future Made in Australia

On Tuesday May 14, Dr Chalmers delivered the Federal Budget for 2025. A central part of the budget was the Future Made in Australia initiative which committed $22.7 billion over the next decade to attract investment and propel Australia as a renewable energy superpower globally. This is aimed at accelerating investment in priority industries that include critical minerals processing, renewable hydrogen, low carbon liquid fuels, green metals (which include some commodities produced using low-carbon technologies) and the manufacturing of clean energy technologies.

Mining strategies and risks for 2024

KPMG has recently released its Australian Mining Risk Forecast 2024 that outlines the top-ranking risks for the mining and metals industry. The report is based on material risks of mining companies in the ASX 300. 

An Update From Across The Globe

As lawmakers settle into 2024, we’re now seeing progress on policy and legislation in jurisdictions across the globe. 

ARELJ Article- In the Shadow of Juukan Gorge: The Parliamentary Inquiry and the Progress of Indigenous Cultural Heritage Legislative Reform

Latest developments in the United States, Canada and New Zealand

There continues to be significant developments in the sector across the globe. In this article we highlight some key changes in the United States, Canada and New Zealand. 

ARELJ Article- Market Substitution, Climate Change and Coal Royalty Revenue in Queensland and NSW: Filling the Void

ARELJ Article- Till Death Do Us Part: The undue impact of Freeth on Western Australia's Mining Tenement Forfeiture System

ARELJ Recent Development- Wardens' decisions providing clarity but not advancing joy

ARELJ Article- Golden Pig: The continuing effects of Forrest on the Western Australian Mining Industry