Insights

On 8 May 2024 the Independent Planning Commission granted development consent for the 192MW, $373 million Thunderbolt Wind Farm in the New England Renewable Energy Zone, subject to conditions.

The Chief Justice of the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia has signalled that a national database of family violence orders may be forthcoming.

On 19 April 2024, Justice Duggan of the Land and Environment Court handed down the long-anticipated judgment in Goldmate Property Luddenham No. 1 Pty Ltd v Transport for NSW [2024]...

The Full Federal Court has interpreted and clarified the definition of 'genuine redundancy'.

Both a will and binding financial agreement will be utilised in any well thought-out estate plan.

The popularity of 'divorce rings' raises the question of who keeps an engagement or wedding ring upon separation.

This decision opens the door for many more cases – in particular, building cases – to be transferred out of VCAT and up to the County or Supreme Courts.

Ensuring sustainable space practices is crucial for the long-term viability of space operations, and calls for pragmatic solutions.

The Federal Court's recent decision in Stone (Liquidator), in the matter of RIC Admin Pty Ltd (in liq) v Mandalinic (No 2) [2024] FCA 164 demonstrates the analysis the courts...

A recent case in the Federal Court of Australia represents the first time the concept of 'debentures' has been considered by Australian courts with respect to cryptocurrencies.

A reminder of the crucial role that compelling evidence plays in rebutting a presumption of insolvency.

A recent judgment of the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia considered the treatment of inheritances in the context of property settlement proceedings.