In-House Memorandum ~ Review of Australian Water Law Although traditionally known as the ‘dry continent’, Australia’s environment is intricately linked to water and water systems. The mix of competing demands on Australia’s water from industrial, environmental and individual users […]
Continue reading...In-House Memorandum ~ Non-Expert Opinion Evidence Opinion evidence can be an important tool in assessing impressions about facts, community standards, effects and characteristics. However, the rules of evidence must be carefully considered where opinion evidence is relied upon. In […]
Continue reading...In-House Memorandum ~ Statutory Context of the Metropolitan Planning Authority In the financial year 2012-13, Melbourne saw the largest population growth of any Australian city, with an increase of 95,000 people[1]. This statistic gives an indication of the significant […]
Continue reading...In-House Memorandum ~ Crossovers Although a vehicle crossing (or ‘crossover’) is not specifically defined, it is described as “a bridge or crossing over any footpath or channel next to a road to enable a person using the road to have […]
Continue reading...In-House Memorandum ~ A Strategy for the Golden Sun Moth The Golden Sun Moth[1] is a rare and unique species, known for its distinctive clubbed antennae. It is found nowhere else in the world but in NSW, ACT and Victoria. […]
Continue reading...In-House Memorandum ~ Local Government Powers of Delegation Government, officials and Ministers can delegate their powers, but must be careful not to overstep the mark. Delegation powers differ between local and state government and this memo broadly describes each different […]
Continue reading...In-House Memorandum ~ Child Identity and Secrecy Rights of the Child have been recognised internationally and occupy a central place in Australian law[1]. Integral to these rights is a child’s right to preserve his or her identity, a right which […]
Continue reading...In-House Memorandum ~ Ministerial Discretion in Surface and Groundwater Allocation Groundwater is an invaluable environmental resource being both an integral part of Victorian agriculture and increasingly a source for domestic use. Obviously, surface water is critical to all life in […]
Continue reading...In-House Memorandum ~ Private Views and Public Planning A beautiful view over a charming landscape is something that will always be highly valued. VCAT has frequently found that there is no right to a view. Even legal excursions through nuisance […]
Continue reading...Recent ABC radio and television coverage of international surrogacy again highlights serious legal and emotional issues. Kellehers Australia Surrogacy Checklist can help. To access Kellehers Australia Surrogacy Checklist click here.
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