The state government has announced it will use its call-in powers to decide the fate of the proposed Reedy Creek quarry.
The move was flagged last month after a push from Council and local State MPs following years of uncertainty, with councillors and MPs at odds over who was to blame.
The proposed call-in also followed a protest involving hundreds of residents, with many fearing the project would wreck their hinterland lifestyle.
Following the notice, more than 2,900 submissions have been received, with the government confirming it will call in the project.
“Queenslanders deserve transparency and confidence in planning decisions, as well as certainty about the future of their area,” Deputy Premier Bleijie said.
“After a decade of uncertainty and angst regarding this proposal under Labor, we will calmly and methodically consider both the merits and impacts of this project and deliver certainty for everyone involved.
“The Crisafulli Government is ensuring communities are heard after a decade of decline under Labor where lack of consultation created frustration and eroded trust.”
The Deputy Premier will now have 30 days to decide whether the propsed quarry is allowed to proceed or whether it is rejected.
