Environmental Law: New Law, Effective Strategies
From the coasts to the inner city to the courtroom, significant change is afoot in environmental law. Delve into the latest legislative developments involving coastal management, explore changes to non-rural tree clearing legislation, and make sure you’re prepared to expertly and efficiently handle any dispute that comes your way.
Description
Attend and earn 3 CPD units in Substantive Law
This seminar was recorded in NSW on 4 September 2018
Chair: Alice Spizzo, Director, Landerer & Company
2.00pm to 2.45pm: Dispute Resolution in Environmental Law
Gain practical insights into the procedures and strategies necessary to find success in dispute resolution involving environmental law matters, including analysis of negotiation, mediation, arbitration and public interest issues.
Presented by Dennis Wilson, Barrister, Wardell Chambers; Adjunct Professor, Notre Dame University Sydney (Administrative Law and ADR)
2.45pm to 3.30pm: New Coastal Management Regime
- Commencement of Coastal Management Act 2016 and Coastal SEPP 2018
- Councils’ responsibilities: Coastal Management Programs
- State Environmental Planning Policy (Coastal Management) 2018: ‘coastal management areas’
- Implications for coastal planning and development consent
Presented by Ballanda Sack, Special Counsel, Beatty Legal
3.30pm to 3.45pm Afternoon Tea
3.45pm to 4.30pm: Native Vegetation Reforms: What Applies and Where?
- State Environmental Planning Policy (Vegetation) 2017 vs Local Land Services Act 2013
- Introduction of Biodiversity offset scheme (BOS) and BDARS and the consequent impact
- Current requirements for approvals and permits for clearing of native vegetation
- Status of Native Vegetation Regulatory Map
Presented by Breellen Warry, Partner, Holding Redlich
4.30pm to 5.15pm: Recent Developments: Case Law and Legislation Update
Examine the most significant recent cases and legislative developments in environmental law that may impact your practice, your clients or your organisation.
Presented by Mark Seymour, Barrister, Martin Place Chambers, Recommended Planning & Environment Junior Counsel, Doyle’s Guide 2018