ASIC have extended the consultation period that was initially outlined in their Consultation Paper 118 Responsible handling of rumours consultation paper released in September 2009. The extension is for a further six to nine months.

Amendments will have a significant impact on land owners once the Government's carbon trading scheme is operational.

One of the benefits from the Free Trade Agreement is the increased ability to conduct business in China via the SHFTZ.

Recent changes to the ASX Listing Rule prescribed timetables will allow companies to raise capital more quickly.

This alert looks at the upcoming FRCGWT changes coming into effect and how they affect contracts and buyers and sellers.

The ACCC's prosecution is a reminder to franchisors to revisit all documentation to ensure compliance with the 2015 Code,.

A three year wait for a decision is hardly practical or desirable, so litigants should be aware of alternative avenues.

The Appeal Court dismissed the plaintiff's appeal against the licensed operator of a boat cruise in a claim for damages.

ASIC recently announced changes to key regulations regarding the Takeovers Panel's process of decision-making.

The Federal Government has released the Terms of Reference for an inquiry into Australia's workplace relations framework.

Amendments to the Strategic Cropping Land Bill 2011 may affect how resources companies operate under the legislation.

An unfortunate story with an even more unfortunate outcome was recently reported in the media.

This is an opportunity for innovative Queensland businesses to access government funding to match private sector funding.

The McGlade decision raised security of title concerns for grants of mining and other tenure consented to in the ILUAs.

SA will pay compensation to the De Rose Hill Nguraritja people for the extinguishment of their native title rights.

There are standard criteria across the states and providing stability for commercial landlord and tenant dealings.

These changes are designed to enhance the protection of victims of domestic and family violence under the current regime.

The Government has announced a review of the family law system with a view toward "long term fundamental reform.".

The Alert provides some practical tips for documenting loan agreements and limitation periods in family law matters.

These amendments, consistent with other states, are based on the standards in the Electronic Conveyancing National Law.