Matthew is a practicing Barrister and an expert in all things water. He is known for his depth of knowledge and experience across the water, and agri-business industry and has proven his ability to deliver solutions to a diverse and expanding range of clients. Matthew operates primarily in Queensland, however, extends his knowledge and services into NSW, SA, VIC and other parts of Australia upon request. Some of the specialty areas include:

• Statutory interpretation of the Water Act

• Acquisition and sale of water rights

• Native Title

• Water Law and the regulations that govern these specialties

• Strategic advice and Water Entitlements

• Water asset assessment

• Valuation of markets & more.

• Taxation law and commercial litigation

Matthew delivers a wide range of water and legal services for clients and prides himself on accurate, timely, pragmatic and commercially sound advice.

Duncan brings to Australian Water Consultancy over 30 years’ experience in the conveyancing industry, with 25 years of that as a partner or proprietor of conveyancing practices.

Duncan brings a wealth and variety of experience to the team. His qualifications include a Bachelor of Arts (Geography) and a Graduate Diploma in Property and he is currently completing a Bachelor of Laws.

He wrote elements of the conveyancing course at the University of South Australia and was an active member of the Australian Institute of Conveyancers (SA) Inc. for 25 years. His work as a Conveyancer has seen him gain substantial experience in the development and negotiation of major projects with a strong focus on liaison with project principals, contractors, public boards and trustees.

He has also owned irrigated vineyards in McLaren Vale and developed first hand an understanding of how important water is in the agricultural sector.

Duncan is an expert with his advanced knowledge of water, specialising operations in SA with expanding knowledge across all states of Australia.