Ali Redfern
State Government NSW
A proven partner for New South Wales Government With genuine understanding of, and experience in, navigating the complexities of State Government operations, McCullough Robertson has built lasting relationships as trusted legal advisers to the NSW Government. Appointed to the NSW Government Legal Services Panel, we offer a dedicated full-service specialist government practice in all areas […]
Nathan Leivesley
Melissa Miller
From clean-up to compliance – new amendments to the contaminated land provisions
In our series covering recent amendments to the Environmental Protection (Powers and Penalties) and Other Legislation Amendment Act 2024 (Powers and Penalties Act) and the Environmental Protection and Other Legislation Amendment Act 2023 (Qld) (EPOLA Act), we explore the updates to the contaminated land provisions below. Contaminated Land The management of contaminated land continues to […]
Nikhil Ullal
Mark Riddington
NSW Government’s overhaul of development cost calculation and planning policies
Changes to the calculation of development costs commenced on 4 March 2024, with the NSW Government implementing the ‘estimated development cost’ (EDC)[1] for proposed development. The EDC will replace ‘cost of development’ and ‘capital investment value’ to estimate proposed development costs. In addition, State Environmental Planning Policy (SEPP) amendments will ensure planning instruments’ consistency by […]
Kate Peterson
Kara Mezinec
New mandatory data breach notification laws for NSW local governments
The MNDB Scheme requires agencies to notify the NSW Privacy Commissioner and affected individuals if an “eligible data breach” occurs. An eligible data breach occurs if there is unauthorised access, disclosure or loss of an individual’s personal information which is likely to cause serious harm to the affected individual.
Bowdens Silver
Stephen Iu
Government proposes review into Caravan Park and MHE planning approval framework
With more affordable and diverse housing options becoming increasingly popular and important, it may be no surprise that the NSW Government has flagged its intention to undertake a review into the assessment and approvals process for Caravan Parks and Manufactured Home Estates (MHE). Time will tell whether the NSW Department of Planning and Environment’s proposed […]
Michael Lucey
Felicia Cannizzo
NSW Government proposes new Housing Diversity SEPP
Following the outbreak of COVID-19 in Australia and the staged shutdowns that have been implemented across the country, the outlook for the housing market faces significant uncertainty. Whilst the full impact of COVID-19 on the economy, labour market and housing demand still remains to be seen, as part of its response to the impacts of […]
Native Title claim proceedings – practical guidance for local governments
Who should read this Local governments in New South Wales. Things you need to know Councils are able to join native title claim proceedings in the Federal Court as a respondent party. There are many reasons why a council might decide to participate in a native title claim, including to protect its interests and stay […]
Amber Sharp
David Wilton
Nicola McMahon
Nathan Roberts
Jeremy Perier
Chris Nielsen
Eva Vicic
Kate Swain
Ben Mortimer
Jason Munstermann
