Doing business in Australia
The Gadens Doing business in Australia guide provides foreign investors with an overview of the Australian business, economic and regulatory environment, as well as practical advice on how to go about setting up and doing business in Australia. Australia is an ideal investment location for foreign companies looking to grow internationally, benefitting from well-developed infrastructure, […]
ReadmoreGadens Regulatory Recap – 11 June 2024
This edition of the Gadens Regulatory Recap highlights recent developments from ASIC, APRA, AUSTRAC, OAIC and ACCC including various enforcement actions taken by the regulators. ASIC 5 million+ Australians have struggled to make loan and debt repayments, yet many not asking for help: ASIC is launching a new awareness campaign Just Ask! Hardship Help […]
ReadmoreNational Integrity Spotlight – May 2024
In this month’s edition of the National Integrity Spotlight, we consider the most recent updates from the NACC, consultation on the prevention of bribery of foreign public officials, and updates from various integrity bodies. NACC Update Referral and Assessment Update The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) continues to provide regular updates on the number of referrals […]
ReadmoreGadens Regulatory Recap – 29 May 2024
This edition of the Gadens Regulatory Recap highlights recent developments from ASIC, APRA, AFCA, ATO, AUSTRAC, OAIC, ACCC, Treasury and the RBA, including various enforcement actions taken by the regulators. Federal Budget Federal Government Budget: The Federal Government announced the 2024-25 Federal Budget on 14 May 2024, setting the Government’s key policy agenda for the […]
ReadmoreGadens Regulatory Recap – 16 May 2024
This edition of the Gadens Regulatory Recap highlights recent developments from ASIC, APRA, ATO, ACCC, Treasury and the RBA, including various enforcement actions taken by the regulators. ASIC Scam alert: Scammers are changing the way they impersonate financial services businesses in sophisticated bond and term deposit scams: ASIC has issued a warning to consumers about a […]
ReadmoreNational Integrity Spotlight – April 2024
In this month’s edition of the National Integrity Spotlight, we consider the most recent updates from the NACC, updates from various state-based integrity bodies, the OECD’s recent Outlook report, and recent activities of the Australian Federal Police. NACC Update Referral and Assessment Update The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) continues to provide regular updates on the […]
ReadmoreThe Legal 500 Life Sciences Comparative Guide 2024 – Australia
The inaugural edition of the Legal 500 Life Sciences Comparative Guide examines the current challenges facing organisations operating in the life sciences sector within specific countries. Gadens Life Sciences sector experts – Kelly Griffiths, Dudley Kneller, Raisa Blanco and Clare Smith – have co-authored the Australian chapter for this global guide, providing insight into the […]
ReadmoreGadens Regulatory Recap – 30 April 2024
This edition of the Gadens Regulatory Recap highlights recent developments from ASIC, APRA, ACCC, and the RBA, including various enforcement actions taken by the regulators. ASIC ASIC releases early guidance on mandatory climate disclosure regime: During a keynote speech at Deakin Law School, ASIC Chair Joe Longo urged entities to prepare for Australia’s imminent mandatory climate […]
ReadmoreGadens Regulatory Recap – 16 April 2024
This edition of the Gadens Regulatory Recap highlights recent developments from ASIC, APRA, ACCC, the OAIC, and the ATO, including various enforcement actions taken by the regulators. ASIC ASIC consults on misconduct reporting guidance for external administrators and controllers: ASIC is consulting on proposed updates to Regulatory Guide 16 (RG 16), which deals with the […]
ReadmoreNational Integrity Spotlight – March 2024
In this month’s edition of the National Integrity Spotlight, we consider the most recent updates from the NACC, updates from the WA CCC, the High Court’s decision in a matter relating to the Victorian IBAC, NSW ICAC’s finalisation of its investigation into a public officer, and a special report of the ACT Integrity Commission. NACC […]
ReadmoreGadens Regulatory Recap – 4 April 2024
This edition of the Gadens Regulatory Recap highlights recent developments from ASIC, APRA, ACCC, the OAIC, and the ATO, including various enforcement actions taken by the regulators. ASIC New legislative instrument issued by ASIC extends relief for exchange traded funds: On 18 March 2024, the Australian & Investments Commission (ASIC) released new legislative instrument ASIC […]
ReadmoreFMCG Express | March 2024 Edition
In this edition of FMCG Express we consider the regulatory landscape of AI, what to do when you receive a (potentially) defamatory online review, recent Fair Work Act changes (particularly how these changes affect casual workers), and we consider specifics around ESG reporting. Partner Breanna Davies and the Gadens team have prepared this edition to […]
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