Lisa Ward
Lisa Ward is an experienced real estate and agribusiness lawyer with nearly twenty years’ experience, specialising in property law across the agricultural sector. With a proven track record advising on complex, high-value transactions across Australia, Lisa brings a proactive and pragmatic approach to her work. Lisa works as a trusted adviser and sounding board for […]
Hamilton Locke advises Lynch Group on successful $270 million acquisition by TPG Capital Asia through Hasfarm Holdings
Hamilton Locke has advised Lynch Group Holdings Limited (Lynch) (formerly ASX:LGL) on its landmark $270 million all‑cash acquisition by TPG Capital Asia through a special purpose vehicle wholly-owned by its subsidiary, Hasfarm Holdings Limited (Hasfarm), which was implemented by way of a scheme of arrangement on 9 December 2025 (Scheme). Lynch is a major flower […]
Camm Agricultural Group – Growing for tomorrow
Robert Zhou
Robert is a performance-driven lawyer and business executive with more than 15 years’ experience spanning legal practice, strategic business leadership, and cross-border investment across New Zealand, China, and the wider Asia-Pacific region. Fluent in both English and Mandarin, Robert is recognised for his ability to bridge legal, commercial, and cultural perspectives, and for his trusted […]
Facial recognition technology: Is there a path forward for the Australian retail sector?
The lawful use of facial recognition technology, particularly in a commercial retail setting, is increasingly challenging under Australian privacy law. Even where the primary purpose for deploying the technology is for crime or fraud prevention purposes, consent must be obtained (other than in limited circumstances), from all individuals who facial images are captured and used […]
Hamilton Locke advises Sea Forest Limited (ASX:SEA) on its $20.5 million IPO and ASX listing
Sea Forest was founded in 2019, and has developed its SeaFeedTM product to help both farmers and the environment by improving livestock productivity and at the same time reducing ruminant methane emissions by up to 80%. The $20.5 million IPO funds will allow Sea Forest to expand its manufacturing and distribution facilities in Australia and […]
Hamilton Locke advises Camm Agricultural Group on its acquisition of ‘Myra’ property in Northern Queensland
The Hamilton Locke Agribusiness team is pleased to have advised Camm Agricultural Group on its acquisition of the 14,574-hectare property, ‘Myra’, located near Moranbah in Central Queensland. Through this strategic purchase, valued at over $40 million, Camm Agricultural Group has expanded its presence in Central Queensland’s prime Isaac Region. Hamilton Locke’s team supported Camm Agricultural […]
AI in the Boardroom: balancing innovation and obligation
Used wisely, AI tools can arguably enhance the corporate decision-making process. There are risks, however, in directors overly relying on or blindly trusting in AI output – and they need to be able to justify its use in the context of their legal duties and responsibilities. Need to know: AI use in workplaces is soaring, […]
Hamilton Locke highlighted in 2025 Doyle’s Guide
Hamilton Locke has once again been recognised in the 2025 Doyle’s Guide. Doyle’s Guide is an independent publication well regarded for its peer-reviewed approach to identifying leading law firms and practitioners across Australia. This year, we are proud to be acknowledged in the following categories: Leading Agribusiness Law Firms – Queensland, 2025 We were recognised […]
Georgia Mackenzie
Georgia is a lawyer in Hamilton Locke’s real estate and agribusiness team. She advises on a range of property law and agribusiness matters. Georgia is experienced in advising in the sale and acquisition of commercial, industrial and rural properties, office, retail and industrial leasing, and a wide range of property development projects spanning residential, commercial, […]
Not my monkey, not my circus: PCBU successfully walks away from WHS prosecution
In SafeWork NSW v Tattam Express Pty Ltd [2025] NSWIC 7, the Industrial Court of NSW provides further clarification on the categories of “worker” under WHS laws for when a duty is owed. In doing so, the Court stopped a WHS prosecution in its tracks when it found that the injured person was not a […]
A practical guide to whistleblowing in Australia
When an employee steps forward to ‘blow the whistle,’ it’s crucial to get your response right. Here’s an essential guide for employers.
