The QLD State Government is reviewing the Water Act 2000 and has begun the process of consulting with industry groups. It will further the process of review through the water consultative group, which involves, QFF, AgForce, SunWater, SEQ Water and others. The department of Natural Resources and Mines is planning to finalise drafting by August, with the aim of completing the Parliamentary process by December. Meanwhile, the QLD State Government has also released two discussion papers at refining its mining legislation. These are the Mining Lease Notification and Objection Initiative discussion paper and the Standardised consent framework for restricted land discussion paper. QFF will provide input into all the above policy processes.