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Hamish McKenzie

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Did the government back down on its gas reservation policy? No ‑ most changes make sense

Did the government back down on its gas reservation policy? No ‑ most changes make sense

Are the federal government’s draft gas reservation laws really a backdown? No – today’s changes are sensible.

10.09.2026 4

The Conversation

Hamish McKenzie

Industry backlash threatens Australia’s gas supply fix. Leaders must step up

Gas companies have withdrawn support for the government’s gas reservation policy. But their main critique doesn’t stack up.

22.07.2026 30

The Conversation

Hamish McKenzie

A deal with the devil that keeps Queensland poorer longer

Right now, things are looking pretty rosy for Australian gas. In the longer term, the picture is grim.

01.06.2026 40

Brisbane Times

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