Thanks, Madam Chair. I guess I disagree with the Minister. There were already dispute resolution processes in arbitration process in each of the land rights agreements. This was sort of pushed onto us by the federal government. It was their creation, and we adopted this as a result of the devolution agreement. I want to urge the Minister and his department to review the need for this body. I don't think there is a need for it, and I personally disagree with the way that surface rights holders are treated. They are only entitled to compensation under the legislation. If a mining company comes in and stakes up my backyard and wants to mine my yard, all I am entitled to is compensation. This is the free entry system from the time when the land was ruled by kings and queens. This has no place in our modern society. I want to ask the Minister about where the money comes from for this board. Thanks, Madam Chair.
Kevin O'Reilly on Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
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