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Reporting entities under Australia's AML/CTF Act face strict obligations when suspicious matters arise, with tight deadlines of just 24 hours for terrorism financing and 3 business days for other suspicions. Understanding what constitutes 'reasonable grounds' for suspicion, recognizing red flags, and avoiding tipping off offences are critical compliance requirements that demand robust internal processes and staff training.

The article, the first of two, sets out steps to ensure your business can recover quickly from the Coronavirus crisis.

Agreements for Lease (AFLs) are critical instruments in the delivery of purpose-built facilities, particularly in retail and commercial developments where tenant requirements shape the design and construction process. Unlike standard leasing arrangements, AFLs sit at the intersection of development risk, construction delivery and leasing outcomes.

NSW local councils must protect themselves against the possibility of construction company failure.

We recently examined how fraud can undermine indefeasibility and the resulting risks for lenders. You can read that article here: Indefeasibility of title - legal certainty in an age of rising fraud. This article analyses the High Court of Australia’s decision in Stubbings v Jams 2 Pty Ltd [2022] HCA 6, which remains the leading authority on responsible lending practices, notwithstanding the passage of four years since judgment.

Legislative and common law principles governing the enforcement of foreign court judgments in Australia.

The second tranche of NSW planning law reforms commenced on 21 March 2026 and are already changing how councils manage development assessment. This second tranche of reforms place emphasis on councils and consent authorities to provide timely determinations, identify issues with applications and to provide clear communication with applicants.

Recent case reaffirms that individuals can be held personally liable for defective works.

The decision in Kensington Homes (NSW) Pty Ltd v McMullen NSWCATCD 138 provides vital insights into the interpretation and application of the Home Building Act 1989 (NSW) (HB Act), contract repudiation and termination, defective works, and remedies and exposure related to delays on construction projects.

The Australian Government’s May 2026 update to its foreign investment policy is already being interpreted in some quarters as a further tightening of the regime. That is, however, an incomplete reading. The changes are better understood as a more explicit calibration of risk - refining how foreign capital is assessed, rather than materially altering the underlying framework.

NVES imposes CO₂ emissions targets on new light vehicles, with a scheme rewarding low-emission suppliers & penalising those exceeding targets.

Part 1 of this series includes the first 4 things you should know about the recent NSW property tax system proposal.

Demonstrates the importance of getting it right when selecting insurance, applying liquidated damages, running SOPA claims etc.

The DOCA must be drafted carefully; or deed creditors may find that their sacrifice merely improves the claims of others.

This paper addresses some of the practical issues encountered when advising clients on the operation of the PPSA.

'Foreign person' is defined by reference to the definition under the Foreign Acquisitions and Takeovers Act 1975 (Cth).

Article discusses 'character and conduct' and how it can be a determinative factor in whether a court makes a family provision order.