In-House Memorandum ~ What is ‘Necessary’? The meaning of the simple term ‘necessary’ is not straightforward. The Oxford English Dictionary defines it as “that which cannot be dispensed with or done without; requisite, essential, needful”. It does not mean merely […]
Continue reading...In-House Memorandum ~ Constructed wetlands – a snapshot of recent and important cases Constructed wetlands are increasingly becoming core components of urban and peri-urban development and water treatment approvals. All too often legal issues associated with wetland design, development and […]
Continue reading...Groundwater procedures can be complex. Kellehers Australia is skilled in this area. Our client CHECKLIST helps target key legal aspects, procedures and important information. Please call us with any queries Are you: A commercial producer needing groundwater; or Concerned about […]
Continue reading...The importance of Wills and Powers of Attorney As Groucho Marx said “I intend to live forever, or die trying”. However as much as we might try avoid thinking about death, it is incredibly important to plan and record our […]
Continue reading...Varying Conservation Area boundaries in Melbourne’s Growth Areas The Victorian Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP) released the working document Guidance note: implementing the Biodiversity Conservation Strategy for Melbourne’s Growth Areas (Guidance Note) in February 2015. The Guidance […]
Continue reading...The story of Robert Torrens The Torrens system is the basis of most Australia in land ownership. It has been adopted throughout many parts of the world. Its inventor is said to be a Colonial Land Commissioner, Robert Torrens. Torrens […]
Continue reading...The life and works of early Australian Surveyors Conducting legal work on a Heritage matter will often lead lawyers to focus on unlit corners of this country’s history. Pieces of information regarding how we got to where we are, which […]
Continue reading...Melbourne’s urban growth boundary has long been one of the most contentious elements of Victorian planning policy. It affects landowners, who may lose the right to develop land they thought was able to be developed – and suffer a dramatic […]
Continue reading...Responsibility for ensuring adequate habitat for the vulnerable Growling Grass Frog (GGF) as new development proceeds into Melbourne’s western growth areas apparently lies with no-one. As the Leadbeater Possum gains greater protection, the GGF experience shows the merely listing a […]
Continue reading...In-House Memorandum ~ Heritage: Finding the Significance Kellehers Australia was recently involved in an important case concerning the nomination of a place on the Victorian Heritage Register. The case concerned the significance of a temporary landmark in the formative years […]
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