ArticleProposed tax changes and Bills lapse with the calling of the Federal ElectionDiscussion about the lapsed tax & superannuation related Bills & proposed measures.AustraliaTaxMcCullough Robertson
ArticleJudicial review gains momentum in the Australian energy marketThese recent judicial review decisions reinforce the importance of administrative law in the Australian energy markets.AustraliaEnergy and Natural ResourcesMcCullough Robertson
ArticleAm I covered? What to look for in your D&O insurance policyThe first article in this series examines a Directors and Officers (D&O) liability insurance policy and how it operates.AustraliaInsuranceMcCullough Robertson
ArticleSaying hello, waiving goodbye (to privilege)Discussion about fundamental principles relating to waiver of legal professional privilege & the different ways it can be lost.AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationMcCullough Robertson
ArticleCOVID-19 stimulus package – keeping your business healthyThis targeted stimulus package addressed financial challenges from the national and international spread of COVID-19.AustraliaTaxMcCullough Robertson
ArticlePractical applications of the JobKeeper stimulus measuresThe JobKeeper scheme is not only unprecedented in its size and application, but also unique in the speed of its access.AustraliaCoronavirus (COVID-19)McCullough Robertson
ArticleMandatory Vaccinations: Key Considerations For Local CouncilsKey considerations for Councils when determining whether to introduce a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy.AustraliaEmployment and HRMcCullough Robertson
ArticleThe war on wages – Are you at risk?Employers should review employment contracts to see that wages satisfy all obligations regarding wage and other benefits.AustraliaEmployment and HRMcCullough Robertson
ArticleFirst extension application under the Planning ActArticle discusses the 1st case involving an extension application & what can be learnt from it.AustraliaEnvironmentMcCullough Robertson
ArticleEncouraging signs for reciprocal recognition of foreign judgments involving Chinese courtsRecent judgment that originated in a court in China & was enforced here, provides hope re unsatisfied overseas judgments.AustraliaInternational LawMcCullough Robertson
ArticleSome progress on implementing Finkel Blueprint but gas supply roadblocks remainThe final report of the Finkel review into future energy security – the Blueprint for the Future – has been released.AustraliaEnergy and Natural ResourcesMcCullough Robertson
ArticleFuture looks sunnyWe thank Sunshine Coast Council Mayor Mark Jamieson for contributing a column for this edition of ThreeSixty. AustraliaGovernment, Public SectorMcCullough Robertson
ArticleState Governments urgently amend key legislation and practices in response to COVID-19The COVID-19 public health emergency has impacted the planning, environment and local government sectors in NSW and Qld.AustraliaCoronavirus (COVID-19)McCullough Robertson
ArticleThe new normal: Flexibility in the workplaceEmployers need to approach requests for flexible working arrangement with a view to trying to accommodate the request.AustraliaEmployment and HRMcCullough Robertson
ArticleConviction for water take offences - Water NSW v HarrisWater NSW secured a conviction against two NSW irrigators for breaching water take conditions from the Barwon River.AustraliaEnergy and Natural ResourcesMcCullough Robertson
ArticleCouncil rating category resolutions upheld by the Queensland Court of AppealGuidance on the exercise of establishing rating categories for differential rating & challenges that may occur to decisions made.AustraliaGovernment, Public SectorMcCullough Robertson
ArticleCouncil water utility charges upheld by the Queensland Court of AppealIn light of this clarifying precedent, Queensland Councils may wish to review the levying of their water utility charges.AustraliaGovernment, Public SectorMcCullough Robertson
ArticleCoal and wind interests power ISDS threats against AustraliaThis article considers two other threats against Australia in relation to Investor-state dispute settlement claims. AustraliaInternational LawMcCullough Robertson
ArticleWill Guardian protect family trust distributions from attack by the ATO?Section 100A of the Income Tax Assessment Act 1936 has become an area of significant focus for the ATO and tax advisors.AustraliaTaxMcCullough Robertson