State Development, Infrastructure and Works Committee

The State Development, Infrastructure and Works Committee examined the Bill, which overhauls the rules for e-bikes and personal mobility devices in Queensland by introducing a new compliance standard (EN 15194), driver-licence and minimum-age requirements, footpath speed limits, restrictions on sales to children, and new police powers to seize and destroy non-compliant 'prohibited bikes'. The inquiry drew more than 3,000 submissions and public hearings. The committee recommended that the Bill be passed, but made eight further recommendations for amendments and government action, particularly to provide exemptions for people with disability and adaptive devices, refine the EN 15194 standard, and adjust the footpath speed limit. The three Labor members issued a statement of reservation opposing the Bill and recommending it be withdrawn and redrafted.

The State Development, Infrastructure and Works Committee examined the bill, which establishes the Sunshine Coast Waterways Authority to plan for and manage waterways from Pumicestone Passage to the Noosa lakes. The committee considered 95 submissions, a departmental briefing, and a public hearing in Caloundra, finding broad stakeholder support for the new authority and its objectives. While submitters raised concerns about the authority's jurisdiction, board composition, embedding environmental outcomes in the legislation, and local and First Nations consultation, the committee concluded the bill was compatible with the Legislative Standards Act 1992 and the Human Rights Act 2019 and recommended it be passed. No dissenting report or statement of reservation was filed.

The State Development, Infrastructure and Works Committee examined the bill and recommended it be passed, along with two additional recommendations. The bill's objectives were largely supported by stakeholders. The committee recommended that the Department consult with the City of Gold Coast on regulatory conditions for special events at Carrara and Robina stadiums, and that the Department monitor the effectiveness of increased ticket scalping penalties. The Queensland Government accepted both additional recommendations.

The State Development, Infrastructure and Works Committee examined the Electrical Safety and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2025 and recommended it be passed. The bill covers two main areas: amendments to the Electrical Safety Act 2002 to formalise the power for electricity entities to issue equipment defect notices, and the proposed repeal of uncommenced section 155A of the Work Health and Safety Act. Stakeholders were divided on the repeal of section 155A, with some supporting its removal and others arguing it should be amended rather than repealed.

The State Development, Infrastructure and Works Committee examined the Heavy Vehicle National Law Amendment Bill 2025, which modernises the national law governing heavy vehicle operations and must be enacted in Queensland first as the host jurisdiction. The committee held a public briefing and public hearings in Brisbane and Cairns and received 11 submissions, finding general stakeholder support for the reforms, particularly the simpler safety accreditation scheme and reduced penalties for administrative offences. While encouraging better education for drivers and operators and ongoing monitoring of how the new 'fit to drive' duty works in practice, the committee concluded the Bill is compatible with the Legislative Standards Act 1992 and the Human Rights Act 2019 and recommended it be passed. No dissenting reports or statements of reservation were filed.

The State Development, Infrastructure and Works Committee examined the bill over two months, receiving 10 submissions and holding public briefings and a public hearing. The committee recommended the bill be passed, finding the digital licensing reforms appropriate and the streamlined safety reporting arrangements fit for purpose. Labor Opposition members filed a statement of reservation cautioning against replacing the legislated dual notification requirement for serious safety incidents with an administrative Memorandum of Understanding.

The State Development, Infrastructure and Works Committee examined the bill over seven weeks, receiving over 700 submissions and conducting four public hearings in Brisbane, Rockhampton and Biloela. The committee recommended the bill be passed, finding broad support for introducing a community benefit system for large-scale renewable energy projects, though stakeholders raised concerns about practical implementation. The committee also accepted the bill's streamlined planning pathway for Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games infrastructure and changes to Economic Development Queensland governance, though several of these positions were not unanimous.

The State Development, Infrastructure and Works Committee examined the bill and recommended it be passed with an amendment. The bill establishes the Queensland Academy of Sport as an independent statutory body, replacing its current status as a unit within a government department. The committee recommended that the board be required to include members with qualifications, skills or competencies in both Olympic and Paralympic sport, and the government supported this recommendation with a minor modification.

The Governance, Energy and Finance Committee examined the bill and made four recommendations, including that it be passed. The bill amends revenue legislation to provide a payroll tax exemption for general practitioner services delivered by contracted GPs in medical practices, and introduces a transfer duty exemption for homeowners who rent out a room to address housing supply. The government supported all committee recommendations.