Former LNP Minister Ian Macfarlane joins Queensland Resources Council The Minerals Council of Australia (MCA) has welcomed the appointment of Ian Macfarlane as the Chief Executive of the Queensland Resources Council, effective mid-November. Image credit: MCA Facebook page “Ian combines a prodigious knowledge of the resources sector, keen policy instincts and great advocacy skills. He has the respect of the resources sector as well as all sides of the political spectrum,” the Minerals Council of Australia said in a press release. “Ian’s record in the Resources and Energy portfolio (in both government and opposition) was a remarkable one, built on a singular focus on the goal of delivering better living standards for all Australians. He will be a great asset to the resources sector, not only in Queensland but nationally as well.” Australian Manufacturing