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flag Queensland shifted to litigation in key native title cases, sparking concern over delays and inconsistent messaging.

flag 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. flag Federal Court Chief Justice Debra Mortimer expressed concern over inconsistent messaging and potential delays to a July determination deadline. flag 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. flag 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.

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