Reminder to employers of the importance of well-drafted, tailored policies and training modules with respect to sexual harassment in the workplace.

Modern award increase; national minimum wage increase; review rates before 1/7/24; key takeaways.

The remedies available to employee-like workers of digital labour platform operators under the relatively new "unfair deactivation" provisions.

A considerable number of environmental reforms promised under the Nature Positive Plan have been delayed.

The industry has seen reform, proposed regulation and increased scrutiny, after unprecedented data security breaches.

The Australian Taxation Office has released its Decision Impact Statement following the High Court's landmark Bendel judgment on unpaid present entitlements and Division 7A. While some taxpayers who maintained passive arrangements may find relief, significant questions remain about the application of anti-avoidance provisions and the Commissioner's discretionary powers. The statement signals important changes to longstanding ATO guidance and raises critical considerations for trust and corporate beneficiary

South Australia has announced a Royal Commission into Artificial Intelligence, set to commence in October 2026 and deliver findings by July 2027. The inquiry will examine AI's economic and social impacts across policy, education, public services, workforce transformation, and infrastructure. Businesses using or developing AI should prepare for potential regulatory reforms and consider engaging with the inquiry process.

In December 2005 the High Court of Hong Kong handed down its decision in Ericsson Limited, v KLM Royal Dutch Airlines.

When directors or secretaries sign on behalf of the company, they must hold the proper authority and capacity to do so.

To raise additional equity, borrowers may enter into "hidden mezzanine loans" while implementing springing securities.

A sweeping win for Finder Wallet, which had defended ASIC allegations that its Earn product was a debenture.

Recent ACCC announcements serve as warning for Meta etc that they will take action against them for allowing infringing content.

The templates provide a practical starting point for charities considering incorporation as a CLG.

he Bill, if passed, will introduce significant changes to the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth).

Employers should consider the potential risks that may arise during end of year functions.

Closing Loopholes No. 2 Bill contained reforms not previously proposed, including the "right to disconnect" provisions.

The Court found that the trustee had not given real and genuine consideration in the exercise of its discretion.

Recent EFA announcement does not change the risk landscape for major projects. Key takeaways discussed here.

Need to obtain documents from Australia to use as evidence in foreign proceedings? Be aware of the Hague Evidence Convention.

Claim for retention money from termination of building contract.