Publisher’s Note: Tonight’s move by Yvette D’Ath may favour the cross-bench MPs. In future elections voters will number every box on their ballot papers.… Go to Article

TABLE OF CONTENTS • Land clearing: submissions close 25 April • Full reinstatement of community objection rights welcomed • Chain of Responsibility Bill • Proposed “one-stop-shop” laws lapse Court timetable New Acland Stage 3 Project objection, Qld Land Court Hearing currently on break until Monday 9 May 2016.

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Independent MP Rob Pyne has had a victory, with the government announcing a review of local government complaints and councillor conduct – although Deputy Premier Jackie Trad said it was at the request from local government stakeholders themselves.… Go to Article