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Queensland act
This Act requires the Queensland Government to create and follow a "local industry policy" — basically a set of rules designed to give Queensland businesses ("local industry") a fair chance to win government contracts and participate in government-funded projects.
The law sets out clear goals, including:
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Direct links to the current provisions in Queensland Industry Participation Policy Act 2011.
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In 2021, the law was amended to absorb a separate government body called Building Queensland (an infrastructure advisory body). That body was wound up, its staff moved to the relevant department, and the Queensland Government took over all its assets, contracts, and legal obligations. This is essentially administrative housekeeping.
If you run a Queensland business, this law means the government is required to have a formal policy giving you a fair shot at government contracts. If you're a taxpayer, it means the government must publicly report on whether it's actually following through — not just making promises.