Amendments To Facilitate Project Delivery In Queensland

The State Development and Public Works Organisation (Critical Minerals) and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2026 (the Bill) has passed the Queensland Parliament. The Bill was originally introduced on 2 June 2026, before resuming in the Legislative Assembly on 26 August 2026, passing with twelve government amendments. The Bill now awaits Royal Assent before becoming law.

The Bill amends the State Development and Public Works Organisation Act 1971 (Qld) (SDPWO Act) and is designed to assist with the timely and efficient delivery of specified projects, facilitate land access for private proponents, and update and amend existing processes.

Key takeaways 

• The Bill introduces a new State Strategic Projects framework with ministerial powers to fast-track project delivery through State Significance Notices, Modification Orders, and compulsory acquisition provisions.