Despite softening prices, wealthy businessmen Sam Chong and Chris Wallin are the beneficiaries of big paydays from highly profitable Bowen Basin operations.
Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner this week reiterated Brisbane’s need for more high-rise apartments – but community groups say their voice must be heard on other aspects such as green space and walkways.
The Queensland Resources Council says the massive boost to the state’s budget, driven by a new royalty regime, will endanger future jobs and stifle the next generation of mines.