This erosion of confidence is not confined to coal; it is increasingly evident throughout the entire resources industry. Investor sentiment reflects these pressures: Queensland’s (and incidentally all other Australian jurisdictions) sharp fall in the Fraser Institute Investment Attractiveness Index underscores how costs, timelines, and policy uncertainty diminish competitiveness against both interstate and international peers. Yet, Queensland’s position remains enviable. Its endowment of critical minerals, gas, coal, and greenfield opportunities offers natural advantages in supplying the materials of a lower-emissions future and meeting the energy needs of Australia and our export partners. Expanding geoscience datasets and early signs of regulatory streamlining provides a cautious optimism, echoed in modest improvements across sentiment surveys. The opportunity now lies in conversion. Turning resource potential into bankable projects demands timely approvals, consistent policy, clear pathways to market, and enabling infrastructure.
With sustained government focus and industry collaboration, Queensland can unlock the next wave of globally significant discoveries, translating geology into lasting economic and energy security outcomes. This Scorecard presents a sector at a crossroads - resilient but constrained, optimistic yet wary. The fundamentals remain strong. With renewed commitment and decisive reform, exploration in Queensland can continue to underpin jobs, regional prosperity, and the economic outcomes to build Queensland’s future.
Janette Hewson Chief Executive Officer Queensland Resources Council
Kim Wainwright Chair Queensland Exploration Council
EXPLORATION SCORECARD 2025
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