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US-based private equity giant Blackstone has reshuffled the leadership of its Australian real estate arm after head Chris Tynan stepped down for his role following a string of billion-dollar deals.

The sSafety Commissioner is investigating five major social media companies over their compliance with a new ban on kids under 16 accessing their platforms, saying they have not implemented appropriate systems to keep kids off.

MinterEllison has recruited a construction and infrastructure partner with more than 22 years of experience from Pinsent Masons to meet growing client demand for advice on large-scale projects. 

HopgoodGanim has strengthened its leadership by hiring Clayton Utz CFO and COO Graeme Johnson, as the Queensland firm eyes continued growth and high performance.

Two US jury verdicts last week in cases over alleged harms caused to children by social media platforms have spurred plaintiff firms to weigh class actions in Australia.

The Minns government has fast-tracked 15 data centre projects worth $51.9 billion and promised to articulate the values that will guide future decision-making amid concerns about protecting national interests amid the data centre boom. 

A new class action has been launched on behalf of over 10,000 Chevrolet Silverado owners, following a global recall of the utes by General Motors.

Two groups will compete to build an arena to replace Brisbane's Gabba stadium ahead of the 2032 Olympics, after beating out six other groups.

The Fair Work Commission has proposed requiring litigants to disclose their use of generative artificial intelligence tools and to check that all details in documents are correct, or risk their case being dismissed.

The Minns government has pulled back plans to change NSW Crown land laws following fierce opposition from Aboriginal land councils and the Law Society of NSW.