The case of Earthtec Pty Ltd v Livingstone Shire Council [2023] QSC 22 concerned an application in the Supreme Court of Queensland (Court) by the Livingstone Shire council.
McLucas & Ors, Gri & Ors & Vidjon & Ors v Council of the City of Gold Coast & Marquee Flora Pty Ltd [2022] QPEC 56 concerned an appeal by submitters to the Planning and Environment Court of Queensland against a development approval.
The case of Envisage Development Management Pty Ltd v Redland City Council [2022] QPEC 57 concerned an appeal to the Planning and Environment Court of Queensland.
Kirra Developments Pty Ltd v Council of the City of Gold Coast [2022] QPEC 38 concerned an appeal against a refusal by the Council of the City of Gold Coast of an application to change a development approval for a multiple dwelling.
Scenic Rim Regional Council v Queensland Heritage Council [2022] QPEC 42 concerned an appeal against a decision of the Queensland Heritage Council to enter the Beaudesert Pig and Cattle Saleyard onto the Queensland Heritage Register.
This first ever whistleblower prosecution by ASIC highlights the need for human resources professionals, company executives and directors to ensure there is a comprehensive approach to whistleblower governance in their organisation.
