Stopping Wind Farms in State Forests Bill 2025

Stage by Stage

Summaries in reported speech - not a transcript. In date order, both chambers.

1. Monday 3 November 2025 · House of Representatives

   Second Reading

   The debate concerned a bill introduced by Independent member Andrew Gee to prohibit wind farm construction in state forests, specifically softwood pine plantations. Gee argued that current state regulations have failed to protect residents from the negative impacts of nearby turbines, citing stress and property devaluation. He proposed using federal corporations powers to override state laws. Katter's Australian Party member Bob Katter seconded the motion, highlighting environmental concerns and past failures in wind farm decommissioning.

   Outcome: The motion for the second reading was moved by Andrew Gee and seconded by Bob Katter.

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