The Victorian Government has appointed the state's new Freedom of Information Commissioner, with a new FOI regime.

The 3D printing age is closer than one might think and has profound implications for retailers.

Despite broad areas of consistency there remain separate safety laws in every state and territory in Australia.

In an important decision handed down by the WA Magistrates Court on Friday 18 February 2011, Fortescue Metals Group (FMG) and its wholly owned subsidiary, The Pilbara Infrastructure Pty Ltd (TPI), was acquitted of 18 alleged breaches of the Occupational Safety and Health Act 1984 (WA) (OSH Act).

The introduced new amendment Bill sets out the reforms to gaming machine laws under the Gaming Machines Act 1992 (SA).

After one of the longest gestation periods for any proposed law reform, Australia is now substantially down the track towards having a completely new system of creation, documentation, registration and enforcement of securities over assets.

On June 22, the Product Stewardship Bill passed through the House of Representatives.

This case concerned whether a valid patent could be granted for a claim that covered naturally occurring DNA or RNA.

Important developments on disclosure requirements for financial advisers in New Zealand, Commerce Minister Simon Power introduced the Financial Services Providers (Pre-Implementation Adjustments) Bill to Parliament on 8 December 2009.

This report discusses developments in marine and aviation insurance in Australia in 2011.

Discussion of the contractual dispute between a former Spice Girl and two of Australia's free to air television networks.

Discusses the nature of caveats in WA and when they should be lodged.

The final version of the guide 'Mobile privacy: A better practice guide for mobile developers' was released by the OAIC.

A recent case considered the methods that companies use to protect their confidential information.

On Valentine's Day, remember that stepping over the line can constitute sexual harassment and sexual discrimination.

This article from Exchange – International discusses regulatory developments in the Hong Kong financial services sector.

A recent UK decision considering the 9/11 terrorist attacks has removed uncertainty in the reinsurance market.

It is often said that the issue of costs is of primary importance in litigation.

Part 2A required parties to take reasonable steps to resolve or narrow the dispute before commencing court proceedings.

This new piece of legislation intends to combat doping in sports in a more effective way.