Will Gorton

• Developed and analyzed policy positions and market reforms for Energy Bill 2023 before Parliamentary introduction.
• Engaged key stakeholders, including Powerlink and Department of Premier and Cabinet, to communicate Energy Bill policy.
• Created drafting instructions for Energy Bill and subordinate legislation.
• Conducted thematic analysis of stakeholder feedback on draft exposure Energy Bill.
• Incorporated relevant stakeholder insights into final Energy Bill draft.
• Compiled critical briefing materials for internal and external engagement on Energy Bill.
• Produced essential materials for Minister of Energy to support Parliament debate on Energy Bill.
• Led REZ team in response to Committee report on Energy Bill.

• Drafted key amendments for Energy Roadmap Bill 2025, achieving assent in December 2025.
• Conducted comprehensive technical analysis of NER, focusing on chapter 5.
• Facilitated workshops with external stakeholders to develop legislation efficiently.
• Managed junior team members, effectively delegating project responsibilities.
• Held weekly meetings with external stakeholders to ensure alignment on objectives.
• Briefed senior leaders on emerging policy issues to enhance informed decision-making.

• Led development of Energy Bill in collaboration with Queensland Parliamentary Counsel.
• Authored explanatory notes for Energy Bill, focusing on Renewable Energy Zones (REZ) section.
• Formulated policy positions for the Bill, including REZ readiness assessments.
• Key contributor to draft Renewable Energy Zones Roadmap, engaging with Powerlink and conducting mapping exercises.
• Analyzed data to compile and synthesize public feedback on Queensland Energy and Jobs Plan.
• Successfully initiated procurement process by releasing Request for Quote to engage expert consultants.

Department of Environment and Science

• Cross-jurisdictional policy analysis—specifically, the effectiveness of the strategic assessment policy under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (Cth) (EPBC Act)—using a mixed-method SWOT and qualitative approach.
• Analysis of proposed amendments to the Water Act 2000.
• Analysis of stakeholder feedback on the Queensland Resources Industry Development Plan (QRIDP).

Department of Energy and Climate

• Developed Cabinet Submissions and briefing materials for senior leaders.
• Coordinated meetings between stakeholders to facilitate timely resolution of policy issues.