Copyright under the GIPA Act – Amos v Central Coast Council
The decision in Amos v Central Coast Council [2018] NSWCATAD 101 provides insight into how copyright interacts with requests to access information about developments.
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Alyce is a civil engineer and a practicing lawyer, who has a desire to share her insights on the legal and practical realities of the development industry.
Records, Searches and Copyright – McNeill v Clarence Valley Council
In this judgment, the Civil and Administrative Tribunal of New South Wales examined a dispute over access to government information relating to a project in the local government area.
Read MoreThe Essential Services Clause – Georges River Council v Eskander
The judgment of Georges River Council v Eskander [2024] NSWLEC 98 provides insight into how courts approach requirements for adequate arrangements for essential services.
Read MoreFirst GIPA Judgment of 2025 – Jundu Pty Ltd and Mogul Stud Pty Ltd v The Hills Shire Council
The first GIPA judgment for 2025 is here and provides an examination of the competing public interest considerations for and against disclosure of government information in growth centres.
Read MoreKey Lessons for Construction Certificates and Appeals – Cameron v Woollahra Municipal Council
The New South Wales Court of Appeal’s decision in Cameron v Woollahra Municipal Council [2024] NSWCA 216 tackles the often thorny issues surrounding construction certificates, jurisdictional error, and legal unreasonableness in planning law.
Read MoreUnderstanding Existing Use Rights – Blues Point Hotel Property Pty Ltd v North Sydney Council
The case of Blues Point Hotel Property Pty Ltd v North Sydney Council [2021] NSWLEC 27 offers valuable insights into the interpretation and application of existing use rights.
Read MoreKey Decisions from 2024 – Lessons in Planning, Contracts, and Liability
The legal landscape in 2024 has delivered some truly fascinating cases, providing valuable insights into the intricacies of planning, local government and development law in New South Wales.
Read MoreSydney Metro’s Role – Lessons from Symin v The Hills Shire Council
The recent decision in Symin v The Hills Shire Council [2024] NSWLEC 1840 highlights the complexities of residential development above critical infrastructure, with Sydney Metro playing a role in the proceedings.
Read MoreUnderstanding Public Purpose: Lessons from Goldmate Property Luddenham No. 1 Pty Ltd v Transport for NSW
The recent Court of Appeal decision in Goldmate Property Luddenham No. 1 Pty Ltd v Transport for NSW offers a crucial clarification on how the concept of “public purpose” must be properly understood in the context of compulsory land acquisition.
Read MoreNavigating Consent Orders – Insights from Billyard Avenue Developments v The Council of the City of Sydney
The Land and Environment Court’s decision in Billyard Avenue Developments Pty Limited v The Council of the City of Sydney serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of adhering to planning controls and understanding the boundaries of consent orders.
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