Bring on Daylight saving for Queensland
I just cannot understand the rationale for Queensland to be so behind the times when it comes to daylight saving. For those who are not in Australia, Queensland is the only state on the Eastern side which does not observe Daylight Saving. This puts it a whole hour behind the rest of the States, causing major headaches and inconveniences to not only businesses but to ordinary people as well. The thing is, there is no valid argument to support the move for not having Daylight Saving. The last referendum on this was held in 1992 and Peter Beattie doesn't see any rationale for bringing another one.
For one thing, the referendum was held in 1992. That is 13 years ago! With the changing demographics, including the population explosion that we have had, Queensland is slowing coming into its own and shedding the image of a backward state. Think about the Sunday shopping change. 2 or 3 years back, there was no Sunday shopping in Queensland. With overwhelming support, this was changed to reflect the growing needs of a growing state.
So cmon, support the move to get Daylight saving introduced in Queensland. It makes better sense and brings us in line with the rest of the States. Surely, this makes sense to all concerned.
PS: There is some talk on this issue here