News and insights
New ACCC merger notification guidelines: What you need to know
If your business is planning an acquisition, now is the time to prepare for the upcoming changes to Australia’s merger regime. The introduction of mandatory ACCC notifications from 1 January
Navigating land and law
State Government moves to restore flexibility to modifications of development consents
The proposed amendment bill details a broadening of modification powers, efficiencies in process for the Housing Delivery Authority and streamlining State Significant Development.
Employment law in focus
Queensland Work Health and Safety Law amendments – more changes to come in March 2025
Changes from 1 March 2025 Amendments to the Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011 (as per the Work Health and Safety (Sexual Harassment) Amendment Regulation 2024) will soon
M&A Spotlight: risks, rewards & regulations
Former Irexchange executives in the sights for alleged misleading prospectus
For companies raising capital, a misleading statement to shareholders could result in serious consequences from ASIC – here’s what happened in the case of Irexchange
The tax corner: expert analysis and news
Division 7A and UPEs – it didn’t Bendel, it broke
Commissioner’s position rejected The Commissioner’s long-held position that a private company beneficiary provides financial accommodation to a trustee that it, by arrangement, understanding or acquiescence,
Foreign investment watch
Annual indexation of monetary thresholds for foreign investments
New thresholds could mean some foreign investors will require Foreign Investment Review Board approval – find out where your investments sit.
Courtroom and compliance: the latest
Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing Amendment Act 2024 (Cth) – what’s new and its likely place in the disciplinary context
Intending to modernise Australia’s regulatory system, the amendments will introduce more stringent due diligence requirements – here’s what it means for you.