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Big Law 06 June 2024 ByGrace RobbieWould a Human Rights Act give too much power to the courts?

A parliamentary inquiry has recommended that Australia should enact its first federal Human Rights Act. However,...

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Big Law 04 June 2024 ByGrace RobbieLawyers raise concerns about new ‘common sense’ curfew law in NT

In an effort to reduce crime and ensure public safety, the Northern Territory government has enacted a new curfew...

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Big Law 04 June 2024 ByGrace RobbieThe Albanese government has revealed plans to bring new legislation to...

The Albanese government has revealed plans to bring new legislation to Parliament this week, aimed at prohibiting the...

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SME Law 30 May 2024 ByMiranda BrownleeGovernment ‘failing’ small firms, says teal MP

Independent member for Wentworth Allegra Spender has criticised the government over its failure to deliver the...

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Corporate Counsel 14 May 2024 ByAnnie Haggar and Denny WanStriking the right balance when disclosing cyber events

Goldilocks and the cyber risk disclosure porridge: an old children’s tale offers a useful lesson for disclosure of...

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Big Law 08 May 2024 ByJerome DoraisamySparke Helmore continues to add partners to its projects and...

National law firm Sparke Helmore has added two more to its projects and government commercial practice group, bringing...

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Corporate Counsel 30 April 2024 ByGrace RobbieAustralia must follow EU’s lead on stronger due diligence measures,...

The European Parliament’s recent approval of the new corporate due diligence directive has sparked calls from...

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Politics 24 April 2024 ByDavid Hollingworth and Jerome DoraisamyAustralia v Musk: A fight over censorship with an ‘arrogant...

A war of words has erupted between Australian politicians and Elon Musk over an eSafety ruling to take down footage of...

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Politics 23 April 2024 ByGrace RobbieQueensland to invest more in combating sexual violence

In a concerted effort to combat sexual violence and provide robust support to victim-survivors, the Queensland state...

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Big Law 16 April 2024 ByJerome DoraisamyHWL Ebsworth partner joins Sparke Helmore in projects and government...

BigLaw firm Sparke Helmore has appointed a partner from national rival HWL Ebsworth, who will work in the firm’s...

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