This report had to be written before the Queensland state election was held, nevertheless, the outcome of the poll was certain, with Labor Premier, Peter Beattie, poised to win a third term. Victor Sirl reports.Despite a lacklustre campaign, a determination to press ahead with deregulation of the sugar industry, and alleged ministerial travel rorts, Queensland Premier Peter Beattie is set to retain office this weekend, largely because of the ineffectiveness of the Opposition.For Queensland Natio…
