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BIA to meet Qld Minister for Transport

by Boating Industry Association 26 Mar 00:48 PDT
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BIA is meeting with the Hon Brent Mickelberg MP and Minister for Transport in Queensland next week.

Whilst BIA has provided several written briefings to the Minister since his appointment post the State Election, this will be the first in-person opportunity.

BIA will be to speaking to the Minister on key issues for boating in Queensland that include access, infrastructure, waterways management, support for marine businesses and marine jobs.

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