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Queensland shifted to litigation in key native title cases, sparking concern over delays and inconsistent messaging.
In late February 2026, Queensland’s Natural Resources and Mines Minister Dale Last issued a directive shifting the state’s native title approach from settlement talks to potential litigation in key cases, including a major Cape York claim, causing uncertainty despite earlier progress.
Federal Court Chief Justice Debra Mortimer expressed concern over inconsistent messaging and potential delays to a July determination deadline.
Solicitor-General Gim Del Villar stated decisions would be case-specific, not part of a blanket trial policy, while the Commonwealth urged adherence to mediation.
The state’s lack of transparency, especially after the minister’s absence on a trade mission, drew criticism, with the court emphasizing the need for clarity and consistency in legal proceedings.
Queensland cambió a litigios en casos clave de títulos nativos, lo que provocó preocupación por retrasos y mensajes inconsistentes.