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NSW, Queensland Governments Fail to Deliver $160M Infrastructure

4/22/2026

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The independent review by federal inspector general Troy Grant found that New South Wales and Queensland governments failed to deliver over $160 million in promised infrastructure.
The report notes limited progress on projects, including fish migration pathways and weir upgrades.
The NSW government halted environmental flows to the Gwydir wetlands, leading to wildlife deaths.
NSW Water Minister Rose Jackson acknowledged challenges in meeting targets but pledged commitment to environmental outcomes.

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Story summary

The independent review by federal inspector general Troy Grant found that New South Wales and Queensland governments failed to deliver over $160 million in promised infrastructure.
The report notes limited progress on projects, including fish migration pathways and weir upgrades.
The NSW government halted environmental flows to the Gwydir wetlands, leading to wildlife deaths.
NSW Water Minister Rose Jackson acknowledged challenges in meeting targets but pledged commitment to environmental outcomes.