Queensland mega-casinos move a step closer to reality
Two mega-resorts planned for Cairns and the Gold Coast are a step closer to reality.
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The Queensland government says the $8.15bn Aquis project planned for Cairns and the proposed $7.5bn Broadwater marine project on the Gold Coast will be granted casino licences if the projects go ahead.
Both developments are in the pre-planning phase and must obtain a number of approvals before construction can begin.
"There's no doubt now that if either of those proponents develop those projects they will be entitled to a gaming licence," the deputy premier, Jeff Seeney, told reporters in Cairns on Tuesday.
He said it was now up to the developers to fine tune their proposals and submit them for approval.
They must provide detailed plans, including environmental impact assessments, permission from local councils and possibly commonwealth approval.