Queensland’s $10.7 Billion Coal Royalties: A Triumph of Sovereign Control and Economic Resilience.
Australia’s natural resources are a national treasure. Queensland’s bold move to revise coal royalty rates in 2022 has delivered a windfall of $10.7 billion, funding critical infrastructure, regional healthcare, and decarbonization efforts. This success showcases the sovereign necessity of progressive resource taxation. As we face an uncertain global economy, Queensland's approach is a model for how states can secure long-term benefits from their natural assets while ensuring sustainable growth.