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Recent decisions cast doubt on state-based trade mark removal actions
The Australian Trade Marks Office recently decided two related actions for removal for non-use against registered marks owned by Mae Watson: the first, 'Whiplash', and the second 'WHIPLASHED', both fo ...
New industry standards for online safety: what service providers need to know
Deadline to carry out risk assessments is fast approaching. Certain online service providers must complete a risk assessment and implement required compliance measures by 21 June 2025. ...
High Court to rule on validity of indefinite time extensions in winding up proceedings
In a special leave application filed with the High Court of Australia, a judgment debtor is seeking to avoid being wound up in insolvency on the basis that an order to extend the statutory six-month period was ineffective as it was granted to 'a date to be fixed'; an indefinite time. ...
2024 regulatory enforcement trends and what they mean for the year ahead
Throughout 2024, regulatory enforcement risk in Australia was significantly influenced by ESG factors, along with issues relating to cyber, data and privacy. Notable regulatory developments occurred in these areas. ...
Queensland Government introduces more rigorous assessment process for wind farm developments
From 3 February 2025, wind farm developments in Queensland will transition from a code assessable to an impact assessable application process, introducing a more rigorous assessment process. ...
Growing ESG complexity in the year ahead: what companies can expect
As stakeholder expectations on Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) issues continue to evolve, we are seeing a movement build from voluntary standards to domestic regulation. Concurrently, the opposition to ESG-related action is adding to uncertainty and complexity. ...
In Touch: What's happening in Australian competition and consumer law
The latest in competition and consumer law. ...
Streamlining infrastructure between government and industry
Since releasing the NSW Government Action Plan: A Ten Point Commitment to the Construction SectorNSW Government Action Plan: A ten point commitment to the construction sector (the Ten Point Commitment) in 2018, the construction sector has undergone significant change. ...
Recent developments in employment law
The latest issues, decisions and proposed changes impacting business and workplace risk. ...
Key considerations for renewable energy developers seeking private capital to fund expansion
As renewable energy developers look to expand their project pipelines and operational portfolios, many are turning to private capital sources to help fund their expansion plans. ...