Are you across the 4 biggest issues affecting your client’s property development projects? Amidst Western Australia's drive for net zero emissions by 2050, tax obligations and planning restrictions, ensure you have the insights needed to leverage evolving regulations. Empower your clients to tackle anything that crops up in their property development undertakings - from potential conflict in carbon projects, development constraints, build-to-rent (BTR), and income tax barriers. Enhance your arsenal of practical strategies and knowledge to drive success for your clients today.

Presenters

John Syminton, Consultant, WSR Law
John Syminton is a Consultant of WSR Law (formerly Warren Syminton Ralph Pty Ltd). Prior to joining the firm, John was a partner of Freehills in Perth for many years. WSR Law has an office in Fremantle and acts primarily on commercial property transactions. The firm currently acts for a number of corporations including a major listed ASX corporation. John’s principal area of expertise is in commercial property and commercial agreements. John is a member of the Law Society of Western Australia and for many years was a member of the Law Society Committee which deals with drafting of the General Conditions for Sale of Land in Western Australia. He is the Chair of the Legal Practice Board. John prepared the original General Conditions for Sale of Land in WA which is the basis of the current 2018 General Conditions for the Sale of Land.


Isabella Mosole, Senior Associate, Lavan
Isabella Mosole is a senior associate in Lavan's Planning & Environment team and brings to it a wealth of experience advising clients across various sectors throughout Western Australia. Isabella’s expertise encompasses town planning, environmental and liquor licensing approvals, land compensation, as well as other matters relating to administrative and public law. Recognized for her strong work ethic, pragmatic approach, and friendly demeanour, Isabella is highly regarded by both colleagues and clients and has been recognised by Doyle’s Guide and Best Lawyers in Australia ™ as a future leading lawyer in the fields of Planning and Environmental law annually since 2022. In addition to her legal practice, Isabella has served as an elected member of the Property Council of Australia, Planning Committee in Western Australia since 2021 and has been appointed co-chair of the Committee for its 2025/2026 term.


Gaurav Chitnis, Partner, Chartered Accountant, Tax Consulting, Perth, HLB Mann Judd
Gaurav Chitnis joined HLB Mann Judd Perth in July 2023 as a Partner within the firm’s Tax Consulting division, bringing with him a wealth of experience and expertise in the field of taxation. With over 17 years of experience as a tax adviser in the SME sector, Gaurav has established himself as a trusted and highly sought-after professional in his field. Before joining HLB Mann Judd, Gaurav was a Tax Principal at a well-known taxation consultancy practice in Perth. As a Chartered Accountant, Chartered Tax Adviser, and lawyer admitted to the Supreme Court of Western Australia, Gaurav possesses a unique blend of qualifications that enable him to provide comprehensive and valuable advice to his clients.


Margot King, Partner, Hamilton Locke
Margot is a Partner at Hamilton Locke leading the Property Projects Team. Margot specialises in solving land issues in carbon projects, new energy projects and development projects. She has a multi-disciplinary energy, projects and corporate background and has practised in Europe, Sydney and Perth. Highlights of her career include working on the $6 billion Barangaroo South Project in Sydney CBD and the $2.4 billion Parramatta Square Project in Parramatta, Sydney.  She has also practised in house for Rio Tinto, Lendlease and Walker Corporation.  She is currently working on a large number of renewables projects and carbon projects across all states in Australia for leading project proponents. Margot has special interest in sustainable buildings, getting to net zero, indigenous equity, community engagement and participation, placemaking, and architecture and design for accessibility.


Raymond Deng, Lawyer, Hamilton Locke
Raymond is a lawyer in the Property Projects team at Hamilton Locke.  Raymond commenced practising in projects and construction disputes and cyber incident response before finding his niche in property projects. Raymond works with Margot in acting for carbon sector and new energy clients on projects across Australia and is highly skilled in land diligence and access and titling issues. Prior to his legal career he ran his own web development business and worked in the financial sector.  He enjoys working in the new energy and carbon market sectors as it allows him to bring his technical acumen to legal practice.