From Friday 12 December 2025, standalone battery energy storage system developments are subject to Queensland’s new renewables planning regime, which was introduced earlier this year for wind and solar farms.
The Property Law Act 2023 (Qld) comes into effect from 1 August 2025, replacing the Property Law Act 1974 (Qld).
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.
Join us for a coffee chat with property special counsel Cameron Lack and private client partner Scott Hay-Bartlem. In this candid conversation, we delve into Cameron’s background, explore his life outside work, and discuss what gets him excited about his work.
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 legal intricacies and ramifications of this decision. Whether you are a landowner or a leaseholder, stay informed about your rights and obligations with expert insights from our experienced legal team.
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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.
The global demand for hydrogen is expected to nearly double between 2021 and 2030. According to the International Energy Agency’s 2022 World Energy Outlook, Australia is expected to become the second largest net-exporter of low emissions hydrogen by 2030 and the largest by 2050.
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 before other businesses – including agribusiness – will be required to take further action.
In a change to Queensland waste legislation that will have ramifications for the development industry, disposing of ‘clean earth’ at a landfill facility from 1 July 2023 will incur payment of the waste levy at the general rate per tonne.