ArticleDrug rehabilitation programmes to reduce reoffending ratesThe ACT will begin a new trial for drug and alcohol sentencing this week, favouring rehabilitation over prison time.AustraliaCriminal LawSydney Criminal Lawyers
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ArticleWhat Just Eat merger with Takeaway.com means for Australian restaurant sectorThe merger of Just Eat and Takeaway.com creates one of the largest food delivery companies in the world outside of China.AustraliaFood, Drugs, Healthcare, Life SciencesHolman Webb
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ArticleComposite Or Composition? Drawing A Subtle Line On PTE EligibilityAustralia's patent term extension provisions, while relatively uncomplicated in comparison to their US PTE and European Supplementary Protection Certificate counterparts, are not without their subtle nuances. AustraliaIntellectual PropertyDavies Collison Cave
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