The Queensland Government has released a consultation paper on significant proposed reforms to the Environmental Protection Act 1994 and Water Act 2000 across key areas such as environmental authorities, progressive ...
The Queensland Government has released a consultation paper on significant proposed reforms to the Environmental Protection Act 1994 and Water Act 2000 across key areas such as environmental authorities, progressive rehabilitation and underground water management.
The question of whether resource companies must adhere to a landowner’s biosecurity management plan has been a topic of significant legal scrutiny. This issue was recently examined by the Chief Justice of Queensland in the notable case of Lang v Westside Corporation Pty Ltd. Our comprehensive article delves into the
A bushfire management plan may be viewed as optional for many landholders, but neglecting your fire management obligations may put you and your business at significant risk. Discover the crucial reasons why the implementation and adherence to a bushfire management plan are important to safeguard you and your business.
This article serves as a progress update on the Bill, with a refresher on its purposes and a summary of feedback from the consultation process.
So far, only the largest polluters in the private sector are subject to carbon emission regulation under the Climate Change Act 2022. However, with pressure mounting to extend the reach of the legislation in order to achieve ‘net zero’ carbon emissions by 2050, it is only a matter of time
Doyle’s Guide has released their latest rankings for leading agribusiness lawyers, and we’re pleased to share that partner Laura Gahan has been recognised.
By registering an eligible offsets project, you can earn carbon credits and generate income alongside your current activities.
Momentum continues to build towards a major reform of cultural heritage laws in Australia.
Given the doubts that have been cast regarding claims by Indonesian officials that no cases of foot and mouth disease have been recorded in Bali’s cattle in recent months, the strengthening of Australia’s biosecurity laws should be welcomed.
The Queensland Government has made important changes to vegetation mapping to include the most recent Queensland Herbarium scientific updates. This may affect your ability to clear vegetation.
A development approval is a significant step on the path to developing land. However, it is a mistake to assume further regulatory requirements are mere formalities. Increasingly, additional assessments and legal obligations are impacting land use including whether, when, and in what form, development can proceed.
The Federal Government has announced a new biodiversity certification and trading scheme, with the stated aim to increase native habitat and support Australian landholders.
Cooper Grace Ward acknowledges and pays respect to the past, present and future Traditional Custodians and Elders of this nation and the continuation of cultural, spiritual and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
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