Matthew Johnston
Matthew Johnston is a professional planner whose recent actions related to requesting the removal of a client's property from the Greenbelt led to his identification as having failed to comply with the Lobbyists Registration Act. He expressed a lack of awareness that aspects of his role could constitute lobbying, illustrating the complexities and challenges within the regulation of lobbying activities.
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Matthew Johnston is a solicitor who provides advice on property ownership after the death of a spouse.
‘My husband has died and our home is in both our names. Must I notify the authorities?’ – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-05-28
Matthew Johnston SC is Amon's barrister during the trial.
Former NSW MP takes the stand
Australia· 2026-03-02
Matthew Johnston is Amon's lawyer who questioned the complainant's version of events.
Complainant grilled over testimony against former NSW MPAustralia· 2026-02-23Amon’s lawyer Matthew Johnston, SC, did not dispute that the pair connected online and met up to engage in sexual activity.
Rory Amon allegedly abused 13-year-old in Northern Beaches carpark, court hearsAustralia· 2026-02-20
Matthew Johnston requested the removal of a client’s property from the Greenbelt and acknowledged his learning experience regarding the Lobbyist Registration Act.
Greenbelt lobbyist known as ‘Mr. X’ banned from lobbying for two years
Canada· 2025-04-18
