ArticleQueensland Parliamentary Committee recommends mine worker safety and health changes be passedMining industry stakeholders need to understand and remain informed about the proposed changes, to implement reforms.AustraliaEnergy and Natural ResourcesMcCullough Robertson
ArticlePractical guidance on ‘copyright claims' from digital services providers – are you sure it's legit?Some copyright claims from digital services providers may not have conducted proper copyright infringement analysis.AustraliaIntellectual PropertyMcCullough Robertson
ArticleNavigating the murky waters of dispute resolution during COVID-19: Is arbitration the answer?If your dispute is before a court, consider arbitration as an alternative, to facilitate a more efficient resolution.AustraliaCoronavirus (COVID-19)McCullough Robertson
ArticleA new approach to tackling sexual harassment: Legislative changes in response to Respect@WorkIrrespective of these recent amendments, employers should adopt a work health and safety approach to sexual harassment.AustraliaEmployment and HRMcCullough Robertson
ArticleCommonwealth Games successfully registers Borobi trade mark in a race to the finishThe trade mark is now registered, less than two months before the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games is due to commence.AustraliaIntellectual PropertyMcCullough Robertson
ArticleRoll out the Regulations: Design and Building Practitioners Regulation 2021 (NSW)Sets out the imminent changes that will apply to engineers, building practitioners & design practitioners in NSW.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionMcCullough Robertson
ArticleElectronic execution: where are we now?Whilst there is still uncertainty from March to August, the law will likely be more clear on electronic execution of documents.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawMcCullough Robertson
ArticleReaching the finish line – a sellers guide to pre-completion obligations for the sale of your businessYou need to understand your obligations leading up to, and the steps necessary for, completion of the sale to occur.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawMcCullough Robertson
ArticleIndependent Planning Commission sets new greenhouse gas performance measures in approval for Narrabri Mine extensionThe approval confirms that greenhouse gas emissions remain a key area of focus throughout the planning assessment process.AustraliaEnvironmentMcCullough Robertson
ArticleRail Reforms - Rail Safety National Law - AutomationIn light of advancing technologies, we look at possible implications the Act may have on the future of rail automation.AustraliaTransportMcCullough Robertson
ArticleClarity about casuals – at least for now…A Casual Employment Information Statement will also be prepared, and must be given to new casual employees.AustraliaEmployment and HRMcCullough Robertson
Article2022 EOFY trust distributions: handle with careTrustees should be careful of proper trust distributions, so that trust income is not taxed at the top marginal rate. AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawMcCullough Robertson
ArticleCan renewable energy be a friend to traditional mining?The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has recently released its investment plan and 'investment priorities'.AustraliaEnergy and Natural ResourcesMcCullough Robertson
ArticleCOVID-19: The industrial impact on NSW local government employeesHow & when can NSW local government employees be stood down? The standing down process is different in the public sector.AustraliaCoronavirus (COVID-19)McCullough Robertson
ArticleCorporations and cooperation – Playing nice with corporate regulatorsThere can be benefits to admitting misconduct, taking steps to rectify the misconduct and cooperating with regulators.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawMcCullough Robertson
ArticleM&A earn outs – key considerationsArticle discusses earn outs – what are they and key considerations to keep in mind for both parties. .AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawMcCullough Robertson
ArticleSuper Stapling – the new rules affecting employee onboarding processesThese new rules aim to reduce the number of superannuation accounts established each time an employee starts a new role.AustraliaEmployment and HRMcCullough Robertson
ArticleRiding the wave of renewable energy – when will Australia become a world leader in offshore wind?Both international and Australian developers are eager to capitalise on Australia's abundant offshore wind resources.AustraliaEnergy and Natural ResourcesMcCullough Robertson
ArticleNew Changes Announced For NSW Development Consent Preliminary Works And Lapsing DatesExplanation of changes effected by amendments to EP&A Regulation and the introduction of the COVID Act.AustraliaEnvironmentMcCullough Robertson
ArticleInquire, debate and legislate – the bounds of parliamentary privilegeDiscussion about parliamentary privilege. Recent case example of the expansive scope of parliamentary privilege.AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationMcCullough Robertson