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Greenwashing enforcement reaches new heights
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (the ACCC) has recently launched new proceedings in the Federal Court over alleged greenwashing. This continues the trend of increased regulatory scr ...
Vietnam bond investment guide
This guide provides a comprehensive overview of corporate bonds, and discusses some key legal and practical issues for foreign investors and domestic issuers on bond transactions in Vietnam. ...
ESG class actions: emerging trends
As the global push towards decarbonisation and ethical sourcing intensifies, businesses must keep abreast of ESG developments not only to maintain their social licence to operate and comply with evolv ...
New seller disclosure scheme: from 'buyer beware' to transparent transactions
On 1 August 2025 the Property Law Act 2023 (Qld) will replace the Property Law Act 1974 (Qld)—a landmark reform that will modernise Queensland's property law and enhance transparency in property ...
New rules, new risks: Australia's new merger regime has officially commenced
Australia is transitioning to a new mandatory and suspensory merger regime. Acquisitions that come into effect on or after 1 January 2026 and that satisfy the relevant criteria must first be notified to, and cleared by, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC). ...
ASIC’s private markets push: what industry should prepare for
ASIC is taking an open and collaborative approach with industry to Australia's private markets, as it seeks to understand the private capital landscape. It has said it is open to all actionable ideas that are within ASIC's 'gift to give' and welcomed the industry feedback it has received to date. ...
Where to next? Responding to the evolving landscape for business and human rights
With significant ESG developments unfolding globally and the dust settling on our own federal election, now is the time to take stock of the ESG landscape in Australia, particularly in the 'S' domain. ...
Financial Review Mining Summit 2025 panel discussion
Australia’s mining industry is navigating a year of enormous political upheaval. A new administration in the White House has brought hefty tariffs on major trading partners, while at home, the G ...
High Court dismisses ACCC's anticompetitive claim, clarifying when an 'understanding' exists
The High Court of Australia has handed down a significant decision, dismissing the ACCC's appeal against a ruling of the Full Federal Court in proceedings involving the Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union and construction company J Hutchinson Pty Ltd. ...
Changing customer service levels: a lesson in consumer law risks
On 21 February 2025, the Federal Court of Australia handed down its decision in Australian Competition and Consumer Commission v Telstra Limited [2025] FCA 93. The Court found Telstra misled nearly 9000 customers via its Belong broadband service by failing to inform them of a reduction ...