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Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation) Act 1991

Compulsory acquisition: what is a ‘genuine attempt’ to negotiate?

Negotiating with acquiring authorities can be a minefield for dispossessed landowners as ambiguity over section 10A of the Just Terms Act pervades.

Close up of purchase agreement with a pen, calculator and spectacles

Court of Appeal re-characterises ‘public purpose’ under Just Terms Act

Overturning a decision in the NSWLEC, this decision has significant implications for public land acquisitions across the State.

Crane next to apartment building under construction

‘Rebuilding NSW’ on private land: who has compensation rights?

The NSW government plans to undertake over $31 billion in transport infrastructure-related capital works over the next four years. By ANDREW BEATTY and MARLON SHOU.

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