Qld Government extends consultation on new koala protection regulations
Source: Queensland. Minister for Infrastructure and Planning. Media Release
"New koala protection regulations for South East Queensland will be deferred until early next year following requests from local government. Minister for Infrastructure and Planning Stirling Hinchliffe said the extension would not impact koala habitat protection as interim State Planning Regulatory Provisions would continue to protect key South East Queensland koala bushland habitat. “Consultation has been extended to allow for further engagement with councils on the South East Queensland Koala Conservation State Planning Provisions,’’ Mr Hinchliffe said.
Early consultation with the Council of Mayors South East Queensland about the regulations indicated more time was required for the practical implementation of this planning tool by end of year."