Amelia McNamara

‘Unsatisfactory in context of what has been lost’: Mixed responses to landmark compensation ruling

Mining giant Fortescue has been ordered to pay Yindjibarndi native title holders a record $150 million for cultural loss and an approximate additional $100,000 for ...

BIG LAW • Tue, 19 May 2026

‘Dangerous, ignorant and wrong’: Indigenous bodies criticise proposed NT legislation changes

Commissioners and community leaders have called for the Northern Territory government to halt the reforms and turn its focus to investing in family support.

THE BAR • Mon, 18 May 2026

Contractual shake-ups anticipated as non-compete clauses banned

Scheduled to take effect in 2027, the reform to Australian employment law is anticipated to significantly change the workforce. Here, one lawyer offers guidance for how ...

SME LAW • Tue, 12 May 2026

The case for new technology in financial services

AI, in its many forms, presents both exciting commercial potential and significant risks, according to a senior financial services lawyer.

BIG LAW • Sun, 10 May 2026

Thomson Geer appoints new competition and regulation partner

Moving from BigLaw competitor Clifford Chance, competition and antitrust lawyer Mark Grime joins as a partner in Thomson Geer’s Sydney office.

APPOINTMENTS • Wed, 06 May 2026

How does workplace policy change for psychosocial injuries?

Last week’s World Safety Day (28 April) has drawn attention to a changing workplace compliance landscape and the gaps that persist.

SME LAW • Mon, 04 May 2026

Staff turnover a pressing issue for most firms globally

New data collected across firms worldwide has revealed a consistent connection between burnout and turnover, yet with slightly different regional rates and perceptions.

CAREERS • Thu, 30 Apr 2026

‘Not a matter of if but how’: Using technology in legal practice

One digital law expert speaks on personal and organisational obligations surrounding professional AI use.

BIG LAW • Thu, 23 Apr 2026

NetDocuments appoints new head of APAC

The company looks to build on momentum internationally.

APPOINTMENTS • Wed, 22 Apr 2026