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Five questions boards should be asking about the proposed privacy reforms
The proposed Privacy Act reforms will require significant operational change across organisations. Boards should already be testing implementation readiness, resourcing needs and the financial, legal and regulatory consequences of getting it wrong. ...
Three amendments narrow Australia's merger regime
On 16 September 2026, some important amendments to Australia's mandatory merger regime came into effect. The amendments address practical concerns raised by stakeholders following the introduction of ...
Allens advises Aware Super on investment in Baranduda Electrical Energy Reserve project
Allens has advised Aware Super on its investment in the Baranduda Electrical Energy Reserve, a 400 MW / 1.86 GWh battery being developed by Birdwood Energy in Wodonga, Victoria. Construction is ...
Queensland moves to narrow who can object to mining leases
On 15 September 2026, the Queensland Parliament introduced the Mineral Resources and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2026 (the Bill) proposing significant reforms to the objection process for mining ...
Allens launches new tool to help clients navigate Australia's merger clearance regime
Allens' Australian Merger Clearance Navigator uses data from the ACCC's acquisitions register to create an intuitive, searchable dashboard showing merger review timeframes, approval rates and ...
Australia's gas reservation scheme shifts toward a market-balancing model
The Federal Government has released exposure draft legislation for its proposed domestic gas reservation scheme. The Government appears to have responded to some industry concerns, notably by revising ...
Allens advises on financing for Baranduda Electrical Energy Reserve project
The project is backed by Aware Super, an institutional investor in Birdwood, a renewable investment manager, and the State Electricity Commission of Victoria (SEC). The SEC has also secured 50 per ...
Automotive sector outlook: Legal trends driving the sector in FY27
The automotive sector continues to be a focal point for litigation risk and legislative reform. In this Insight, we explore some of the key issues and developments facing the sector. ...
Allens advises Minerals 260 on expanded Bullabulling funding package
The expanded package includes a further $200 million in strategic funding from Franco-Nevada, comprising $170 million in additional royalty financing through amendments to existing royalty ...
Allens advises St Barbara on A$453 million New Simberi sale
Under the transaction, St Barbara will receive A$410 million in cash on completion, A$43 million for its share of construction capital invested in New Simberi between April 2026 and signing, and ...