Queensland’s LNP has tread softly in government. It’s now baring its teeth over the power to break up workers’ strikes

Queensland’s LNP has tread softly in government. It’s now baring its teeth over the power to break up workers’ strikes

The controversial legislation may end up placing large sections of its suburban support – critical to the party’s lead in the polls – on the bonfire

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For almost two years, the Liberal National party’s strategy for government in Queensland has been to stay well clear of issues that risk burning through political capital.

On Wednesday, one of the most tentative conservative governments in recent history announced plans for sweeping and controversial changes to workplace laws. Continue reading...

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Queensland’s LNP has tread softly in government. It’s now baring its teeth over the power to break up workers’ strikes