Legal Overview

Understanding the legal framework of our case against Telstra and what it means for all Australians.

Key Legal Issues

Contract Violation

The lease agreement explicitly prohibited mobile towers and telecommunications equipment. Telstra installed them anyway, constituting a clear breach of contract.

This violation forms the foundation of our legal case, as it demonstrates willful disregard for a legally binding agreement.

Environmental Damage

The unauthorized chemical spraying caused documented environmental damage to private property, which constitutes both property damage and potential environmental law violations.

Environmental assessments have confirmed contamination that requires professional remediation.

Property Rights

Telstra's actions constitute trespass and unauthorized use of private property, violating fundamental property rights protected under Australian law.

The continued presence of unauthorized equipment represents an ongoing violation of property rights.

Corporate Accountability

Telstra's failure to address these issues for six years demonstrates a pattern of corporate negligence and potential violations of consumer protection laws.

This case raises important questions about corporate accountability and transparency in Australia.

Legal Timeline

Initial Lease Agreement

January 2019

Lease signed with explicit prohibition of mobile telecommunications equipment.

First Violation Discovered

March 2019

Mobile tower equipment installed without permission. Initial complaints filed with Telstra.

Chemical Spraying Incident

August 2019

Unauthorized chemical spraying caused environmental damage. Environmental assessment conducted.

Legal Demand Letter

January 2020

Formal legal demand sent to Telstra outlining violations and requesting remediation.

Telstra's Acknowledgment

March 2020

Telstra representatives acknowledged issues but failed to take substantive action.

Legal Action Filed

April 2025

After six years of inaction, formal legal proceedings initiated against Telstra.

Our Legal Team

The StopTelstra campaign is supported by a team of experienced legal professionals specializing in property law, environmental law, and corporate accountability.

Jennifer Wilson

Lead Counsel

Property Law Specialist

Michael Chen

Environmental Law

Damage Assessment

Sarah Thompson

Corporate Accountability

Consumer Rights