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We strive to optimise value for our clients, and apply our legal insights and commercial advice to best support our clients’ needs. Our expert practitioners provide updates and insights into the areas of law in which we work on an ongoing basis. We think differently to most other law firms, and are recognised as a ‘go-to’ firm for legal insights and expertise. We regularly publish updates and articles on a range of legal topics and industry sectors.
Developing Resilient Future Cities
The 2019 Asia Pacific Cities Summit (APCS) and Mayors’ Forum provided a platform for connection and conversations on cities’ innovation,
Ravenhall Landfill decision confirms the scope of VCAT’s powers to review EPA approvals
In June this year, VCAT made the decision to approve a Works Approval to allow for the expansion
Digital platforms inquiry final report released – potentially far reaching privacy impacts for Australian businesses
Key privacy related points The ACCC supports the introduction of much tougher penalties for privacy law breaches.
Businesses pay high price for environmental non-compliance
In Queensland, businesses that fail to comply with environmental obligations under the Environmental Protection Act 1994 (EP Act) risk enforcement
Landowner wins appeal against Council enforcement notice
The Planning and Environment Court in Benfer v Sunshine Coast Regional Council[2019] QPEC 6 has held that an enforcement
Development refused due to inconsistency with Centres Strategy
The Planning and Environment Court in Hotel Property Investments Ltd v Council of the City of Gold Coast [2019]
Strengthening Employee Entitlement Protections in the Corporations Act Amendment in focus – disqualification from managing corporations
Earlier this year, the Corporations Amendment (Strengthening Protections for Employee Entitlements) Act (Cth) commenced. This article will focus on the
Strengthening Employee Entitlement Protections in the Corporations Act Amendment in focus – offences and civil penalty provisions
Earlier this year, the Corporations Amendment (Strengthening Protections for Employee Entitlements) Act (Cth) (the Act) commenced. This article will focus on
Strengthening Employee Entitlement Protections in the Corporations Act Amendment in focus – employee entitlement contribution orders
Earlier this year, the Corporations Amendment (Strengthening Protections for Employee Entitlements) Act (Cth) (the Act) commenced. This article will focus on
Is a sand quarry ground lease a “retail premises” lease?
In the recent decision of Phillips v Abel (Building and Property) [2019] VCAT 1031 the Victorian Civil and
Are you aware of ALL of the changes that have taken place in the aged care sector this year?
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, we don’t blame you. Below is a summary of what has happened since 1
Trade Promotions Update | New Permit Application Fees 2019
Here is an overview of 2019 permit requirements and fees, for chance trade promotions lotteries, Trade Promotions Update
