Olivia Williamson
HopgoodGanim
Articles
Changes coming soon to the Queensland resources sector - 30 January 2018
Australia - January 30 2018 On 30 March 2018 the following aspects of the Strong and Sustainable Resource Communities Act 2017 (the Act) will commence: the prohibition of a 100%…
Ground Rules - the identification of “ground level” for the purposes of calculating building height
Australia - January 25 2022 The height of proposed buildings or structures is often a key assessment benchmark in Queensland planning schemes. There are many instances where…
Expert witness reports, conferences and the role of lawyers
Australia - November 5 2021 Expert witnesses play a critical role in the determination of many disputes. Unlike lay witnesses, expert witnesses are able to provide their opinion…
Can cultural heritage significance be debated?
Australia - January 21 2013 A recent court case has put the spotlight on the ability to question a building's listed status when developing a heritage site. Cowan v Brisbane…
The year of bilateral agreements in WA
Australia - January 7 2015 Western Australia has welcomed 2015 with the commencement of an environmental assessment bilateral agreement between the Commonwealth of Australia…
