In national news, the reputation of the mining industry is “nearing crisis” in Queensland with a “bulge in distrust” shown via secret research.
A study carried out by market research company Ipsos for the Queensland Resources Council (QRC) found the industry’s wealth is “strongly associated with self-interest, power and influence”.
The results of the confidential research challenge the notion that the electorate is divided between “coal-loving Queenslanders” and voters in southern states who want stronger focus on climate change.