ArticleArbitration gamble does not pay off for DonacoArticle provides an update with on the Donaco proceedings which continue to suffer lengthy delays.SingaporeLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationMcCullough Robertson
VideoEmerging issues agribusinessArticle contains a link to a document discussing emerging issues for the Queensland agribusiness sector.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawMcCullough Robertson
ArticleASIC announces results from review of 31 December 2016 financial reportsThe ASIC results reveal findings relating to impairment of non-financial assets and inappropriate accounting treatments.AustraliaFinance and BankingMcCullough Robertson
ArticleOffshore wind on horizon in AustraliaOffshore wind projects imminent due to more renewable-focused outlook, cost competitiveness & fluctuations in fossil fuel markets.AustraliaEnergy and Natural ResourcesMcCullough Robertson
ArticleAustralian proposed framework for offshore wind and powerA new Bill provides a regulatory framework to support renewable energy infrastructure in the Commonwealth offshore area.AustraliaEnergy and Natural ResourcesMcCullough Robertson
ArticleNew legal framework for Aboriginal Cultural Heritage reforms in NSW releasedThe system is "a transformative, contemporary and respectful vision for the management of Aboriginal cultural heritage".AustraliaGovernment, Public SectorMcCullough Robertson
ArticleSelling the farm to a foreign investor? Advertise first!The Government requires that any farm sold to a foreign investor must first be advertised widely for at least 30 days.AustraliaGovernment, Public SectorMcCullough Robertson
ArticleUnfrankable dividends sourced from a capital raiseNew exposure draft legislation would provide that dividends sourced from a capital raise cannot be franked.AustraliaTaxMcCullough Robertson
ArticleFintech developments and information sharing between ASIC and CSRCASIC recently entered into an agreement to share information with the China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) .AustraliaTechnologyMcCullough Robertson
ArticleSocial media users could sue online bullies under new anti-troll lawsProposed laws would give a greater ability to unmask online trolls & take action.AustraliaTechnologyMcCullough Robertson
ArticleLife is not a beach - in the Bondi Beach trade mark disputeMultinational retail giant Abercrombie and Fitch has trade marked the Australian place name 'Bondi Beach' in the US.AustraliaIntellectual PropertyMcCullough Robertson
ArticleSignificant mine worker safety and health changes passed – and more to come!Article discusses the changes to mining laws and recommends implementation of measures to deal with these changes.AustraliaEnergy and Natural ResourcesMcCullough Robertson
ArticleChanges to the Franchising Code – What you need to knowThe aim of the changes (eg to disclosure requirements) is to promote competition & fair trading in the franchising sector. AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawMcCullough Robertson
ArticleElections to be rerun for three local councils following technical glitchApplicable law & the decision made in relation to a technical issue with a remote electronic voting system.AustraliaGovernment, Public SectorMcCullough Robertson
ArticleNative Title and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2019This Bill largely reflects a previous Bill, introduced in February 2019 and lapsed because of the 2019 Federal election.AustraliaGovernment, Public SectorMcCullough Robertson
ArticleASIC maintains fintech support by retaining regulatory sandboxASIC proposes to retain ASIC class waivers introduced to allow fintech businesses to freely test particular services.AustraliaTechnologyMcCullough Robertson
ArticleQueenslands head contractor licensing reform postponedRemoval of the Head Contractor Licensing Exemption will now take effect on 24 July 2022 instead of 24 July 2021. AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionMcCullough Robertson
ArticleTherapeutic goods ads gone bad: Rules for industryThe TGA is actively supervising the inappropriate advertisement of therapeutic goods in relation to the coronavirus.AustraliaMedia, Telecoms, IT, EntertainmentMcCullough Robertson
ArticleLabor came up Shorten – IR and WHS under a LNP GovernmentArticle highlights that avenues for change to employment relations and safety remain open under the LNP government.AustraliaEmployment and HRMcCullough Robertson