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SoCI Act 2.0: Sweeping reforms proposed to Australia's critical infrastructure framework
The Federal Government has released a Consultation Paper proposing the most significant reforms to the Security of Critical Infrastructure Act 2018 (Cth) since its introduction. We examine the key reforms, their potential impact on regulated entities and why organisations should engage. ...
Board skills in focus: emerging trends in disclosure and ASX governance developments
The new Advisory Group on Corporate Governance (the AGCG) is currently considering proposed revisions to the ASX Corporate Governance Council's Corporate Governance Principles and Recommendations (the ...
Allens advises SeaTown and Vietnam Oman Investment on US$255 million Vinpearl investment
The investment is one of the few large-scale structured equity investments in a Vietnamese listed company, using convertible dividend preference shares. 'This transaction demonstrates the increasin ...
WA Court of Appeal reinforces strict timeframe to respond to SOPA payment claim
In Co-Operative Bulk Handling v Martinus Rail, the Western Australian Court of Appeal confirmed that the time an emailed payment claim is made or given under the Building and Construction (Security of ...
Notified, stayed, stale—new voiding rules in Australia’s merger regime require a closer look
The Federal Government has introduced a Bill to amend the new mandatory merger notification regime. The changes address two of the regime's most contentious aspects: the automatic voiding of acquisiti ...
Allens advises European Energy on project financing for Winton North solar and battery hybrid project
The project comprises a 130MW solar farm and a 100MW / 220MWh battery energy storage system and will be financed by Commerzbank AG, Singapore Branch and Société Générale and is backed by power ...
APRA to overhaul governance standards
APRA is consulting on a new draft Prudential Standard CPS 510 Governance, which is slated to replace existing prudential standards for banks, insurers and superannuation trustees and impose heigh ...
ASIC increases scrutiny of financial reporting obligations for large proprietary companies
Large proprietary companies have strict statutory financial reporting obligations. Failure to comply—even inadvertently—exposes both companies and their officers to significant penalties.& ...
Allens advises Triple Flag on US$440 million Ravenswood gold stream transaction
Located near Townsville in Queensland, Ravenswood has produced more than four million ounces of gold over its operating history and is jointly owned by EMR Capital and Golden Energy and Resources. ...
Allens strengthens PNG capability with senior appointment and promotions
Russ has been appointed PNG Practice Director, bringing senior legal, commercial and leadership experience to support clients navigating increasingly complex local and cross-border matters in Papua ...