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What a storey: change to increase the number of storeys of a residential building in Mermaid Beach, Gold Coast, held to be for a minor change

Kirra Developments Pty Ltd v Council of the City of Gold Coast [2022] QPEC 38 concerned an appeal against a refusal by the Council of the City of Gold Coast of an application to change a development approval for a multiple dwelling.

Stock saleyard removed from the Queensland Heritage Register for failing to meet criteria for cultural heritage significance

Scenic Rim Regional Council v Queensland Heritage Council [2022] QPEC 42 concerned an appeal against a decision of the Queensland Heritage Council to enter the Beaudesert Pig and Cattle Saleyard onto the Queensland Heritage Register.

ASIC pursues first whistleblower prosecution and provides recommendations for good practice

This first ever whistleblower prosecution by ASIC highlights the need for human resources professionals, company executives and directors to ensure there is a comprehensive approach to whistleblower governance in their organisation.

2023 Major fundraisers Stand Up For RizeUp

2023 MAJOR FUNDRAISER STAND UP FOR RIZEUP

ASIC commences court proceedings for alleged 'greenwashing' for the first time ever

ASIC commenced its first ever court proceeding for alleged greenwashing conduct against a superannuation fund amid its crackdown on greenwashing in the financial services and products sector.