Podcast: Coffee with CGW – Get to know Mark Cowan
Join us for a coffee chat with special counsel Mark Cowan from our property, planning and environment team, and private client partner Scott Hay-Bartlem.
1 September 2026
Join us for a coffee chat with special counsel Mark Cowan from our property, planning and environment team, and private client partner Scott Hay-Bartlem.
Renewable energy developers should be aware of a recent Queensland case concerning the land valuation methodology applicable to renewables projects in Queensland under the Land Valuation Act 2010, which has ramifications for land tax and local government rates applying to renewables projects.
In this episode of ‘Coffee with CGW’, Vanessa Thompson from our property, planning and environment team joins private client partner Scott Hay-Bartlem to discuss her journey to Cooper Grace Ward and her experience at the firm.
Failing to address the allocation of cost escalation risk between negotiating parties at the ‘front end’ can create fertile ground for project delays, or even abandonment, and the potential straining or breakdown of commercial relationships.
Drawing on our experience with Round 1 applications, we highlight key legal issues prospective applicants may need to consider when negotiating funding grants and agreements in Round 2.
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.
These awards recognise outstanding talent and contributions within the Australian legal industry.
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.