Curtailment – new energy’s silent crisis: what happens when the grid says ‘no’
Australia’s electricity sector is facing a growing risk of renewable energy curtailment. What can be done to keep the energy transition on track? The Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) has warned that, by 2027, major solar farms in southeast Australia may be forced to curtail more than one third of their power generation due […]
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.
Hamilton Locke wins Law Firm of the Year at the 2025 Australian Law Awards
Hamilton Locke has been awarded Law Firm of the Year at the Lawyers Weekly Australian Law Awards! The Australian Law Awards, now in its 25th year, celebrate outstanding legal professionals and firms across the country. This recognition is a testament to the culture we’ve built together, a culture defined by high performance, agility, and leadership. […]
Could your supermarket lease be void? How landlords can get ahead of new ACCC rules
Australia’s commercial property market is about to enter a new era of regulatory oversight, one that will be particularly significant for landlords dealing with major supermarket tenants. From 1 January 2026, as part of reforms to Australia’s merger control regime, a new mandatory notification process will apply to certain property and business transactions involving major […]
New Queensland Property Law Act: changes in easements, limitation periods and settlement extensions
In this third and final article in our series on Queensland’s new Property Law Act – which comes into force on 1 August 2025 – we look at three key changes that will impact property rights and obligations. Key points: The Property Law Act 2023 (Qld) (2023 Act) replaces the Property Law Act 1974 (Qld) […]
Navigating Western Australia’s power system reforms: key implications for the renewable energy industry
The South West Interconnected System (SWIS) in Western Australia is undergoing transformation driven by the uptake of renewable energy technologies. In June 2025, Energy Policy WA (EPWA), (now within Department of Energy and Economic Diversification), in consultation with the Market Advisory Committee (MAC), released the Power System Security and Reliability (PSSR) Standards Review – Consultation […]
New Queensland Property Law Act: changes to leases including standard terms, enforceability of covenants and liability on assignment
The Property Law Act 2023 (Qld) (2023 Act) introduces several reforms including changes that will impact the landlord-tenant relationship. Key points: From 1 August 2025, the 2023 Act replaces the longstanding Property Law Act 1974 (Qld) (1974 Act) Among several reforms, there are several important changes to the rights and obligations of parties to a […]
