State Election Watchdog Issues Warning Over Laws

State Election Watchdog Issues Warning Over Laws
Voters arrive at a polling booth in the electorate of Dickson in Brisbane, Australia on May 21, 2022. Dan Peled/Getty Images
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Queensland’s election watchdog has warned that proposed law changes will have a “chilling effect” on its perceived ability to oversee free and fair elections.

A bill before state parliament would allow for reviews of public entities, including direct access to premises and documents.

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