Resource Industry Network
Fix Royalties, Save Jobs
Queensland’s royalty settings are threatening coal jobs, suppliers and regional towns. RIN’s plan puts regional communities back in the driver’s seat.
Why it matters
- 1 in 6 Queensland jobs - 387,000 people - rely on the resources sector.
- Resources fund 25% of the State Budget.
- Coal businesses inject $40B into suppliers and local contracts every year.
The crisis we face
- BMA (BHP Mitsubishi Alliance), Queensland’s largest coal miner: 750 jobs gone; Saraji South in care & maintenance; paid 8× more in royalties than profit; hit with a 67% tax rate.
- Anglo American: nearly 300 jobs cut across the Bowen Basin and Brisbane.
- QCoal: shutting 50% of Blackwater sites, impacting 170 jobs.
“We can’t afford to see Central Queensland’s economic engine slow down.” - Justine McLeod, CEO, Central Highlands Regional Resources Use Planning Cooperative
“We’re already seeing a slowdown impacting our members going forward.” - Dean Kirkwood, General Manager, Resource Industry Network
“This is an untenable situation for the future of the Queensland resources sector.” - Kylie Porter, CEO, Greater Whitsunday Alliance
Our Plan Moving Forward
A four-phase, member-led campaign to secure a fair, competitive royalty structure and protect regional prosperity.
Build Community Support
Circulate a petition: Save QLD Coal Jobs / Save Regional Towns.
- Show MPs how many people are directly impacted.
- Elevate the issue politically in Central Queensland.
- RIN provides templates, comms and distribution support.
Drive Digital Advocacy
Share supplier stories via short video interviews.
- Feature 10-15 businesses on the local impact.
- Professionally produced content targeted to Bowen Basin communities.
- Distributed via RIN channels at no cost to members.
Amplify Supplier Voices
Represent suppliers in local media.
- Members speak with radio, TV and print.
- RIN provides talking points, media guidance and introductions.
Lead Delegation to Parliament
Meet MPs at Queensland Parliament (Oct–Dec sittings).
- Direct meetings with MPs, the Premier and the Treasurer.
- RIN coordinates with QRC and industry for a united front.
Our Ask of Members
- Support the petition: circulate and promote it.
- Join the digital campaign: take part in video interviews.
- Be a media voice: speak out for your community.
- Join the supplier delegation: meet MPs in Brisbane.