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Federal Court has no jurisdiction to hear ACT public housing class action, judge told
Class Actions 2024-03-01 1:56 pm By Cindy Cameronne

The ACT government has argued the Federal Court cannot hear a class action brought on behalf of public housing tenants who were allegedly forced to relocate.

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ICAC’s findings against Berejiklian based on ‘depressing view of human life’, court told
Appeals 2024-02-26 11:17 pm By Cindy Cameronne

Appealing findings of serious corrupt conduct over her award of state funds to the district of then boyfriend and member of parliament Daryl Maguire, former NSW premier Gladys Berejiklian has told a court politicians can have “personal attachments” while still acting in the public interest.

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Cybersecurity threats keep ATO boss up at night
Privacy & Cybersecurity 2024-02-21 11:23 pm By Sam Matthews

The head of the Australian Taxation Office has flagged cybersecurity as one of his greatest concerns amid millions of attempted cyberattacks on the tax office, saying the prospect of a data breach “keeps me awake at night”.

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Star Entertainment faces second inquiry into Sydney licence
Gaming 2024-02-19 2:48 pm By Sam Matthews

The NSW Independent Casino Commission has announced a second inquiry into embattled casino operator Star, amid concerns about its response to Adam Bell SC’s first inquiry.

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ACCC raises red flags over REA Group’s acquisition of Dynamic Methods
Competition & Consumer Protection 2024-02-15 3:44 pm By Cindy Cameronne

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has raised concerns about the owner of realestate.com.au acquiring a national forms platform used by real estate agents, saying it could “significantly harm competitors”. 

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Right to disconnect from work law set for passage
Employment 2024-02-07 10:42 pm By Sam Matthews

The Greens have struck a deal with the Albanese government to legislate a right to disconnect, which could see employers fined if they make unreasonable contact with employees outside of work hours. 

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Maurice Blackburn employment head appointed race discrimination commissioner
Policy and Regulation 2024-02-05 10:25 pm By Cindy Cameronne

Maurice Blackburn’s head of employment law in Queensland, Giri Sivaraman, has been appointed as the next race discrimination commissioner, commencing his five year stint in March. 

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‘Merger parties must make their case’, ACCC says in push for merger overhaul
Competition & Consumer Protection 2024-02-02 10:34 pm By Cindy Cameronne

Australia’s merger review regime is “outdated” and in need of an overhaul, according to the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission, which says companies must explain why their acquisitions should get the all-clear.

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Businesses look to head off penalties for Modern Slavery Act violations
Policy and Regulation 2024-01-29 10:13 pm By Sam Matthews

The Business Council of Australia has advised the government that civil penalties are not necessary to ensure compliance with the Modern Slavery Act, saying a proposed Anti-Slavery Commissioner should not impose “additional bureaucratic burdens” on businesses. 

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‘Confusing maze’: ALRC calls for overhaul of Corporations Act
Policy and Regulation 2024-01-18 10:08 pm By Cindy Cameronne

The Australian Law Reform Commission has recommended extensive reforms to the “confusing maze” that is the Corporations Act, including the creation of a standalone financial services law.

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