Crisafulli Government's 1 year report card
It's been one year since the Crisafulli Government took office, and Queenslanders deserve a clear picture of how their government is performing on the environment and climate.
Our Nature and Climate Report Card grades the Queensland Government's progress across three key areas that are vital to Queensland's future:
- Taking action on climate change
- Protecting threatened species
- Increasing protected areas
Using the same questions and framework as our 2024 Election Report Card, we've assessed how the government's promises stack up against what's actually been delivered.
Queensland's natural heritage, from our rainforests to the Reef, is under pressure like never before. While there have been some encouraging signs, overall progress has been slow, and in some areas, we're moving backwards.
This first-year scorecard shows that urgent action is needed to safeguard our unique species, expand protection for vital habitats, and deliver on climate commitments that match the scale of the challenge.
Subject |
Grade |
Summary |
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Taking action on climate change |
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While the Government has said they will not amend the state's legislated 75% by 2035 emission reduction target, their recently-released Energy Roadmap makes it near impossible to achieve. The Roadmap does not include a firm coal closure timeline, and suggests state-owned coal power stations could run beyond 2046, while gas generation is estimated to double. The Crisafulli Government has also made moves to streamline coal and gas extraction approvals, while axing two wind farms. |
Protecting threatened species |
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Funding for wildlife hospitals and some regional conservation projects is a start, but it won't stop Queensland's biodiversity crisis. Forest clearing continues, and critical habitat remains unprotected. To give threatened species a fighting chance, the government must end deforestation, particularly in Great Barrier Reef catchments, and strengthen habitat-protection laws. |
Increasing protected areas |
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The government has committed to expanding Queensland’s protected-area estate by 1.88 million hectares by 2028 and begun developing a private-protected-areas strategy. That commitment is a positive sign, but as of mid-2025, there’s been no real increase in land protected for nature. Queensland remains far behind other states, and progress will depend on stronger funding and political will. |
Queensland has the opportunity to be a global leader in protecting nature and driving a clean energy future, but that will require courage, clear direction, and a willingness to move beyond short-term industry pressures.
As the climate crisis accelerates and species loss continues, Queenslanders are looking for leadership that matches the urgency of the moment.
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