The state government is moving forward with a bill to establish an independent Games infrastructure body, despite opposition from the LNP. LNP leader David Crisafulli had initially proposed setting up his own review of planning, but concerns raised about exemptions from right to information laws have further solidified the party’s stance. The LNP is calling for a truly independent Infrastructure Coordination Authority and will not settle for anything less.
While the government has ruled out a new Victoria Park stadium as recommended by the Quirk review, they are moving forward with plans to establish the independent Games infrastructure body. The LNP’s continued opposition and insistence on a truly independent authority have complicated the process. Despite efforts to address concerns raised by the Information Commissioner, the LNP remains undecided on the legislation.
Questions posed by Brisbane Times to the opposition regarding their stance on the legislation received a response from the LNP spokesperson on the Games, Jarrod Bleijie. The response accused the government of repeating the same mistakes and reiterated the LNP’s commitment to a truly independent Infrastructure Coordination Authority. The LNP will carefully consider the legislation, but their main focus remains on ensuring the establishment of an independent body.
The ongoing debate over the establishment of the independent Games infrastructure body highlights the tensions between the government and opposition. While the government is moving forward with their plans, the LNP continues to push for a truly independent authority. The concerns raised by the Information Commissioner have added another layer of complexity to the issue, further delaying a resolution.
As parliamentary scrutiny of the state government bill gets underway, the LNP’s opposition to the legislation becomes more apparent. Despite ruling out a new Victoria Park stadium and proposing their own review of planning, the LNP remains steadfast in their demand for a truly independent Infrastructure Coordination Authority. The government’s efforts to address concerns raised by the Information Commissioner have not swayed the LNP’s position.
The establishment of an independent Games infrastructure body has become a contentious issue between the government and the opposition. The LNP’s insistence on a truly independent authority, coupled with concerns about exemptions from right to information laws, has complicated the legislative process. As both sides continue to debate the issue, the future of the independent body remains uncertain.
