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Our story

Together, we make it happen.

Tenement management, planning and environmental approvals and compliance are complex and specialised fields, incorporating mining law, environmental law, land management processes, Native Title and other disciplines. For over 35 years, Hetherington has brought them together under one roof.

Who we are

A full-service firm built around tenure.

Hetherington is a specialist service provider to the resources sector, where our team of consultants and solicitors are uniquely qualified and trained to deliver a high level of expertise, extensive experience and reliable service tailored to your specific needs.

Hetherington has been providing industry-leading services and expertise in the resources industry across Australia and internationally for over 35 years, helping clients effectively manage their tenure goals. Today the firm operates as three distinct entities, Hetherington Tenements, Hetherington Legal and Hetherington Environmental, with close to 20 consultants and lawyers across Sydney, Perth and Brisbane.

Meet the team

35+
Years in the resources sector
3
Offices: Sydney, Perth, Brisbane
3
Specialist entities
~20
Consultants and lawyers
Our history

More than three decades in the field.

Hetherington began as a mining title consultancy and has grown, office by office and practice by practice, into a national firm.

A few of the milestones along the way.

1986

Hetherington Exploration & Mining Title Services is established

A specialist tenement consultancy serving exploration and mining companies, laying the foundation for more than 35 years in the sector.

1992

Queensland services begin

Brian Martin starts providing mining title and environmental consulting services to Hetherington clients in Queensland.

2010

David Salim joins the firm

David joins Hetherington in April 2010, bringing resources, mining and environmental law expertise that shapes the firm's growth.

2011

Brian Martin takes over the Queensland office

Brian takes over Hetherington's Queensland office in Brisbane, which he continues to lead today.

2016

New leadership in Sydney

David becomes Company Principal of Hetherington Sydney.

2019

Perth office under David's leadership

David becomes Company Principal of Hetherington Perth, and Hetherington becomes a regular sponsor and speaker at AMEC and NSW Minerals Council forums.

Today

Three entities, one integrated team

Hetherington Tenements, Hetherington Legal and Hetherington Environmental serve clients nationally and internationally, with a fourth pillar in social impact.

What we stand for

Hetherington's Core Values.

Our core cultural and business values shape every aspect of how we work, guiding us to consistently deliver high-quality outcomes and build strong, lasting relationships with our clients and partners.

  1. Care

    Demonstrating genuine empathy, support, and concern for the well-being of clients and colleagues. Going the extra mile to provide assistance and fostering a compassionate and inclusive environment.

  2. Tenacious

    Unwavering, ability to prevail, problem solving, open to learning. Showing persistent determination, resilience, and a strong work ethic in overcoming challenges. Pursuing excellence with vigour and dedication to achieve the best possible outcomes.

  3. Relationships

    Building and nurturing strong, collaborative, and trust-based relationships with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders. Communicating effectively and working together to achieve shared goals.

  4. Creative

    Open to new ideas, curious, challenges convention, constantly question, takes initiative thinking innovatively to find effective solutions to complex problems. Approaching challenges with an open mind, offering fresh perspectives, and driving continuous improvement.

  5. Expertise

    Consistently demonstrating and developing deep knowledge and skill in one's area of practice. Sharing knowledge generously and upholding the highest standards of professional excellence and integrity.

Our values and social impact

Talk to Hetherington

Together, we make it happen.

Hetherington is a premier service provider across Australia, where our team of consultants are uniquely qualified and trained to provide a high level of expertise, extensive experience and reliable service that is tailored to your specific needs.

Get in touch

Sydney

City Freeholds House, Level 9, Suite 901
15 Castlereagh Street, Sydney NSW 2000
02 9967 4844
sydney@hemts.com.au

Perth

Allendale Square, Level 20, Suite 2
77 St Georges Terrace, Perth WA 6000
08 9228 9977
perth@hemts.com.au