The Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Act 2021 (WA) came into force on 1 July 2023. This blog post examines the transitional arrangements in the ACH Act which apply to section 18 consents granted under the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 (WA). Read more

After much public discourse over the last few weeks (and some last minute clarifications), the Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Act 2021 (WA) will come into force tomorrow (1 July). Read more

The NSW Court of Appeal has confirmed that a personal interest that cannot be legally enforced is not a compensable “interest in land” under NSW compulsory acquisition legislation. This case is important for acquiring authorities, businesses and landowners, as it clarifies when compensation is payable when land occupied by a person other than the landowner … Read more

The recent Australian Federal election has resulted in a change of government. While the government is settling in, our Environment, Planning and Communities partners set out their top 5 predictions for coming change on environmental matters, and where the priorities should lie. Read more

The NSW Land and Environment Court has rejected a claim for compensation for disturbance, reinstatement costs or special value on the basis that the applicant only had a limited leasehold interest and did not own critical infrastructure. Read more