Day one: Property Law Room

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Property Law Room, Wednesday 13 March 2024

Navigating Key Updates: Contract for Sale & The Planning Act 2023 (ACT)

1:00pm, Wednesday 13 March 2024 | 1 CPD points in core area 4

Learn about the latest changes to the Contract for Sale (including essential updates on swimming pool disclosure requirements) and a general update from the Property Law Committee. Then, dive deep into the new concepts within the Planning Act 2023 (ACT) and the Territory Plan and understand their impact on property development and regulation.

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Contract for sale comparison document 1

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Adam Peppinck, Partner, Clayton Utz

Adam has over 20 years' experience acting on broad range of structured property transactions for public and private sector clients. He is renowned for his legal accuracy, his commerciality, and his responsiveness.  Adam acts widely for Commonwealth departments and agencies.  Recent notable projects including acting for the Australian Electoral Commission in relation to its national leasing requirements for the 'Voice' referendum, and acting for the Department of Finance in relation to its management and administration of National Land. His private sector clients comprise various developers and institutional landlords, including Hindmarsh, LEDA, Corval, Oceana Property Partners, Realmont, and Willemsen.

Chris Wheeler, Partner, King & Wood Mallesons

Chris, the lead real estate, construction, and infrastructure partner at King & Wood Mallesons in Canberra, specialises in commercial, property, and development projects, along with construction, planning, and environment law. Renowned across business, government, and education sectors, Chris has earned acclaim for his broad expertise. Notable clients, including Australian National University, QIC, ISPT, and government bodies, attest to his depth of knowledge. His impressive portfolio encompasses high-profile projects like the Kingston Arts Precinct, A$1bn developments for QIC, ANU's Union Court revitalisation, and transformative work for SLA, CPPIC, and UC.

Understanding Updates: Land Titles Office & Property Developers Bill

2:10pm, Wednesday 13 March 2024 | 1 CPD point in core area 4

Receive a brief update on the latest from the Land Titles Office, essential for property transactions. Then, delve into the implications of the Property Developers Bill. Gain valuable insights to navigate changes effectively, ensuring compliance and success in your property endeavors.

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Land Titles Office Update

The Legislative Assembly Standing Committee on Planning, Transport and City Services is conducting an inquiry into the Property Developers Bill. The inquiry homepage can be accessed via this link, and the ACTLS submission to the inquiry from this link.

 

Alfonso del Rio, Partner, Clayton Utz

Alfonso is a leading expert in real estate law, brings over 35 years of experience to the table. His expertise extends to planning and environmental law, construction law, and project financing. Alfonso has been pivotal in numerous large-scale property transactions within the ACT for both government and private clients.

 

Fred Arugay, Senior Director, Access Canberra

Fred oversees operations across various land administrative processes for Access Canberra. Fred has over 20 years’ experience working in land administration for the ACT Government and was at the forefront of introducing electronic conveyancing into the ACT.

 

Sean Quinn, Manager, Access Canberra

Sean is the manager of the Land Titles Office within Access Canberra. He provides expert advice to industry and government across all matters affecting the Land Titles Register. Sean has also worked on the Land Titles Modernisation project since its inception, was responsible the delivery of the new ACTLIS business system and assisted in the introduction of electronic conveyancing into the ACT.

Recent Property Law Cases

3.30pm, Wednesday 13 March 2024  |  0.5 CPD point in core area 4

Stay abreast of recent property law cases in this concise session. Explore pivotal rulings, precedents, and their implications on property transactions and disputes. Analyse key decisions and their impact on property rights, contracts, and regulatory compliance. 

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Danielle Mildren, Terracon Legal

Danielle is Property Specialist, having recently retired as partner from a top tier law firm, joining Terracon Legal in September 2023. She has advised government and private sector clients on all aspects of their property portfolios over the past 20 years and has experience acting in a variety of matters including leasing, disposals and acquisitions, joint venture agreements, development agreements, agreements for lease, compulsory acquisitions and general property and planning advice.

Ethics for Property

4:00pm, Monday 13 March 2024  |  1 CPD point in core area 1

Explore ethics in property law in this concise session. Navigate real-world dilemmas and gain strategies for ethical decision-making. Perfect for property law practitioners seeking to enhance ethical decision-making skills in a focused session.e.

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Pria O'Sullivan, Partner, Maddocks

Pria is a distinguished legal advisor specialising in property, construction, and planning law for government and private clients. With a wealth of experience, she navigates diverse projects, from government procurements to Crown leasehold matters and nationwide leasing issues. Renowned for her commercial acumen and clear communication, Pria integrates clients' business drivers and stakeholder interests into her counsel, transcending mere legal transactions. Recognised as a ranked lawyer in Chambers Asia Pacific 2023 and featured in Best Lawyers and Doyle’s Guide, she actively contributes to the Property Council of Australia and the ACT Law Society. Pria epitomises excellence in legal practice and client service.

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