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Next step in delivering the Queensland Energy and Jobs Plan
Following the release of the Queensland Energy and Jobs Plan in September 2022, the Queensland Government has revealed draft legislation—the Energy (Renewable Transformation and Jobs) Bill 2023 (Qld). This Insight explores the Draft Bill and identifies key details still to be provided. ...
Healthcare property - an emerging trend for investors
While investing in healthcare-related property is generally similar to investing in other classes of property, in this Insight we explain some key differences and risks that investors need to be aware of. ...
The DBP Act duty of care – and what's next
In this Insight, we explain the current duty of care regime and what to look out for in the future. ...
Federal Budget 2023–24: five key takeaways for general counsel
Here is our take on the essential issues for General Counsel arising from the Federal Budget (Budget) 2023-24. ...
Security of payment: navigating state-level differences in insolvent contractors' rights
Comparing approaches to contractor insolvency and payment claims across jurisdictions ...
Allens tops Q1 infrastructure league tables
'2023 is shaping up to be a big year for infrastructure, particularly with regard to generation and transmission assets to support the energy transition. We've been fortunate to kick off the year ...
Security of payment: contractor insolvency and debt recovery in NSW
The recently introduced section 32B of the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 1999 (NSW) (the Act) prevents companies in liquidation from either serving or taking action to enforce a payment claim made under the Act. ...
Dispute Resolution Boards: appointing DRB members and encouraging the diverse next generation of board members
In this Insight, we discuss the contractual structure governing the appointment of DRB members, how members are usually appointed, and possible modifications to the appointment process to reduce barriers for new entrants and increase the diversity of candidate pools and, consequently, DRBs. ...
Federal Court confirms the objective test in assessing apprehended bias by the former Prime Minister
With the consent of the parties, the Federal Court has quashed the decision of the then Prime Minister Scott Morrison to refuse to extend Asset Energy's petroleum exploration permit, as his decision could be apprehended to have been predetermination following his overt public stance against the proj ...
Navigating the big issues of 2023
During the recent webinar: 'Navigating the key issues of 2023', the team identified and discussed key issues facing both the Australian economy and policymakers in 2023. ...