Australia has expanded its anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing framework. From 1 July 2026, a broader range of businesses and services across Australia are required by law to collect information about their customers, and their customers' transactions. The updates are intended to bring Australia's AML/CTF framework in line with international standards and ultimately aim to lock criminal funds out of Australia's economy. What does this mean for you? Your lawy

Land can lose its status as rural land under the Land Valuation Act (Qld) if pursuant to a material change of use approval, it is used for an “urban purpose”. In Valuer General v Western Downs Green Power Hub Pty Ltd this resulted in a 300% increase in the land valuation from $1,050,000 to $6,750,000. This is problematic because a higher valuation from the Valuer General results in higher rates and land tax, and is distinct from a market valuation. So, what is an urban purpos

A Preliminary Access Licence is typically the first document a potential renewables land partner will send you if they are considering your land for a solar, wind, or battery project. Negotiating this document correctly will set you up for success if the development proceeds. What is it for? The licence allows a renewables developer to understand your land better, and determine whether it is suitable for a project. This can include temporary access for installation of monitor