The Latest Breaking News from the Land and Environment Court

Residents push to build sea walls on beach to save homes from erosion

Residents say they will build court-approved sea walls if the government refuses revetment.

Newcastle Herald · Aug 26

After court victory, developer seeks new deal on 70-lot housing estate

The council initially refused the DA before it was overturned.

Newcastle Herald · Aug 4

NSW:Huge win for coal miner after 'earthquake' blast

A coal company is off the hook for $200,000 in fines after successfully quashing convictions related to a mine blast which landed two workers in hospital.

AAP · Jun 17

Truegain owner's $45m downfall: Bankrupt and guilty of pollution charges

Court finds Robert Pullinger guilty over pollution breaches.

Newcastle Herald · May 25, 2024

Delany Hotel's appeal for later closing time ends up in court

Objectors addressed an on-site hearing at the hotel on February 12.

Newcastle Herald · Feb 12, 2024

Why Hilton Grugeon is taking the Hunter's two largest councils to court

Hilton Grugeon says he has no option but to take court action.

Newcastle Herald · Jan 23, 2024

Lake Macquarie company vows to fight EPA licence suspension

J E T Group has appealed the suspension notice to the Land and Environment Court.

Newcastle Herald · Jun 29, 2023

Major mining companies to back environment minister over Mount Pleasant mine

A separate case has been launched in the Land and Environment Court over Mount Pleasant project.

Newcastle Herald · Jun 23, 2023

Anglican Church wins court approval to subdivide St Andrew's land

The subdivision would allow for part of the site to be sold.

Newcastle Herald · May 14, 2023

Light rail corridor concerns linger as developer lodges car park appeal

The Newcastle West proposal raises questions over a light rail extension.

Newcastle Herald · May 2, 2023