ArticleCoronavirus – will financiers catch a cold?Article discusses 7 ways in which financing arrangements may be impacted & where to from here.AustraliaFinance and BankingMcCullough Robertson
ArticleCertain sports supplements to be regulated as medicines under the therapeutic goods regulatory regime from November 2020Manufacturers and suppliers of these sports supplements should ensure that they are registered as medicines on the ARTG.AustraliaFood, Drugs, Healthcare, Life SciencesMcCullough Robertson
Article2017 Budget - What is in store for foreign investors in Australia?Foreign investors with residential property, or who seek investment opportunities, should be aware of proposed changes.AustraliaGovernment, Public SectorMcCullough Robertson
ArticleA new regime for challenging Government procurement processesThe Act establishes a statutory right to challenge alleged non-compliance with the Commonwealth Procurement Rules (CPRs).AustraliaGovernment, Public SectorMcCullough Robertson
ArticleFailure to comply with Aboriginal Cultural Heritage laws in NSWCouncils should become familiar with the requirements under the new NPW Act in respect of Aboriginal objects and places. AustraliaGovernment, Public SectorMcCullough Robertson
ArticleFIRB fees - some relief at last for foreign investors in Australian agricultural landA simplified fee framework will soon apply for FIRB applications for the acquisition of interests in agricultural land.AustraliaGovernment, Public SectorMcCullough Robertson
ArticleInfrastructure charges in the Court of AppealThere are difficulties for a proponent in challenging the power of local governments to levy & collect infrastructure charges.AustraliaGovernment, Public SectorMcCullough Robertson
ArticleChallenging the jurisdiction of Australian CourtsChallenging the jurisdiction of an Australian Court, grounds available & the process of challenging.AustraliaInternational LawMcCullough Robertson
ArticleEagerly-anticipated Australian Privacy Review Report released – digital-uplift, significant new rights for individuals and a processor controller distinctionThe Government has called for feedback on the Report's 116 proposals to amend the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).AustraliaPrivacyMcCullough Robertson
ArticleEU data protection laws overhauled - does this affect my business in Australia?Businesses around the world should understand and update their data handling practices to ensure that they will comply.AustraliaPrivacyMcCullough Robertson
ArticleCourt of Appeal decision brings welcome relief to local councilsLocal government entities are not required to disclose specific decisions relating to a site in issuing planning certificates.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionMcCullough Robertson
ArticleIPD and BIM - the future of project delivery in AustraliaNew forms of IPD which are BIM compatible could become prevalent in the Australian construction industry in the future.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionMcCullough Robertson
ArticleNew regulations and fixed start date for the next tranche of the BIF Act in QueenslandIndustry participants should be aware that, for specified 'unfinished matters', the repealed Acts will continue to apply.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionMcCullough Robertson
ArticleNSW Building Subdivision and Certification: Changes have begunAn overview of these changes and what they may mean for building certification and development processes is provided.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionMcCullough Robertson
ArticleReopening businesses post COVID-19 – lease considerations for landlords and tenants (commercial and retail)How leases will be negotiated and administered has changed forever.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionMcCullough Robertson
ArticleWatch this space - major reforms to Queensland construction legislation may be on the wayThe government introduced a Bill which could significantly change the way in which construction projects are undertaken.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionMcCullough Robertson
ArticlePlaying nice in the regulatory sandboxBill encourages fintech innovation by reducing hurdles to early stage fintech companies bringing their products to market. AustraliaTechnologyMcCullough Robertson
ArticleM&A Masterclass: Upstream change of control triggers.An upstream pre-emption provision is simple in concept but can be riddled with complications and unintended consequences. .AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawMcCullough Robertson
ArticleASIC reports increasing focus on equity allocation policies and practicesASIC seeks to provide 'better practice' recommendations for the allocation of securities in equity raising transactions.AustraliaFinance and BankingMcCullough Robertson
ArticlePanic at the pump: shortfalls in Australia's gas supply and intervention measuresGas development and supply continue to be a topical consideration in Australia's energy security and transition. AustraliaEnergy and Natural ResourcesMcCullough Robertson