Anger over aircraft noise expected to boost Greens’ election chances in Brisbane

Residents in parts of Brisbane have become increasingly concerned about aircraft noise since the opening of the airport’s second runway. The issue is likely to boost the Greens’ election chances. Photograph: Dave Hunt/AAP

A single issue is likely to swing some voters in at least three marginal seats in Brisbane this Saturday – and it is one that could prove fatal for both Liberal National and Labor party incumbents.

It is not the economy nor the climate crisis, though these will no doubt matter to many other voters.