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Protecting gender diverse students in Queensland schools: the importance of getting it right

Schools must be aware of their obligations to LGBTIQ students and should prepare for possible changes to the Queensland Anti-Discrimination Act.

Internal investigations into criminal sexual conduct: a review of University of Queensland & Anor v Y

Educational institutions and employers alike should be clear about the limitations of their disciplinary jurisdiction, particularly regarding alleged conduct which may be criminal in nature.

Planning and Environment Court of Queensland approves a change application after finding that a 2.6 metre extension to a jetty is a minor change

The case of Pelican Noosa Pty Ltd v Noosa Council [2021] QPEC 11 concerned an appeal to the Planning and Environment Court of Queensland against the decision of the Noosa Council.

Planning and Environment Court of Queensland dismisses an application for costs in circumstances where opposition to a declaratory proceeding was ultimately vindicated

The case of Danseur Pty Ltd v Cairns Regional Council & Ors [2022] QPEC 4 concerned an application to the Planning and Environment Court of Queensland in which the Applicant sought its costs against the Second Respondents.

Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal rules on the expiration of an amended planning permit

The case of Dahlenburg v Hindmarsh SC (Red Dot) [2022] VCAT 669 concerned a preliminary hearing in the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal.