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High Court rules on rights of native title parties in relation to mining infrastructure
In this Insight, we delve into the implications of the High Court's decision, including the importance of determining which future act process applies to the grant of a mining lease on which an infrastructure facility will be located. ...
An integrated strategy of denial: Australia's 2024 National Defence Strategy and Integrated Investment Program
Australia's 2024 National Defence Strategy and Integrated Investment Program ...
Federal Court and ASIC shine spotlight on supervisory and risk management requirements for CAR arrangements
In its recent decision in Australian Securities and Investments Commission v Lanterne Fund Services Pty Limited [2024] FCA 353, the Federal Court highlighted the risk of breach of the general obligations of Australian financial services (AFS) licensees under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) (the Act) ...
Recent developments in employment law
The latest issues, decisions and proposed changes impacting business and workplace risk. ...
Big batteries in 2024 – the opportunities and challenges ahead
Despite the challenges faced in the energy transition, the development of grid-scale batteries continues to escalate as further revenue and financing opportunities emerge. ...
Key steps to prepare for the fifth edition of the ASX Corporate Governance Principles and Recommendations
The ASX Corporate Governance Council (the Council) recently published the Consultation Draft for a fifth edition of the ASX Corporate Governance Principles and Recommendations (the Recommendations). ...
Treasurer hails fifth wave of competition reform with changes to merger clearance rules
The Federal Treasurer, Dr Jim Chalmers MP, announced today that the Government is moving ahead with its plans to introduce significant changes to Australia's merger clearance rules. ...
The expectation of continuous improvement in combating modern slavery
There is an expectation that businesses demonstrate continuous improvement in their response to modern slavery and reporting under Australia's Modern Slavery Act 2018 (Cth) (the MSA). ...
New draft regulations on electricity generation tariffs and model power purchase agreements for power plants in Vietnam
The next generation of Vietnam’s power sector regulation is taking shape, with a proposed new circular set to bring nearly all technologies together in one place for the first time. ...