Smoke Alarms Holding Limited – Takeovers Panel sounds alarm on disclosure
Following a recent review, the Takeovers Panel (Panel) has affirmed its decision in Smoke Alarms Holdings Limited [2020] ATP 2 (which can be read here), and maintained its firm stance on the disclosure requirements in relation to a section 611 item 7 (Item 7) meeting. Background The takeover provisions in Chapter 6 Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) (Act) apply to companies […]
McCullough Robertson recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality for another consecutive year
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Once again McCullough Robertson Lawyers has received the prestigious Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (EOCGE) citation from the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA). The national citation recognises employers that are adopting leading practices to promote gender equality in the workplace with activity including addressing gender remuneration gaps, flexible working and initiatives to support family […]
From mine site to pumped hydro: commercial considerations for mine owners and project proponents
Introduction While Australia faces its energy challenges, there are also proving to be many opportunities emerging for existing industries as a result of technological advancements and the falling costs of renewable energy projects. One such opportunity which has emerged for the mining industry specifically is the potential to utilise former and abandoned mine sites for […]
Wage Wars – Underpayment may become a crime
WHO SHOULD READ THIS All employers, human resource managers and in-house lawyers who manage payroll functions, employee entitlements, and recruitment. THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW Wage theft is a key focus area for the Fair Work Ombudsman. Employers should be aware of back payment requirements and possible penalties. WHAT YOU NEED TO DO Employers must […]
Urban Ails: Federal Court cancels Urban Alley Brewery’s trade mark after legal battle with La Sirène
Last week, the Federal Court of Australia delivered judgment in Urban Alley Brewery v La Sirène[1], finding in favour of Melbourne brewer La Sirène’s cross-claim to have Melbourne brewer Urban Alley’s trade mark for URBAN ALE cancelled from the Australian Trade Marks Register. The case has implications for businesses seeking to use, register and enforce […]
Re(FIRB)ishing foreign investment laws before the new FTAs move in
Impractical exemptions to the FIRB regime contained in Free Trade Agreements largely unused yet often overstated Australia’s general policy towards inbound foreign investment is that it is welcome – in fact it is positively encouraged. That said, certain foreign investment into Australia must first be reviewed by the Foreign Investment Review Board (FIRB) to ensure […]
QLD Government proposes extensive amendments to the regulation of the construction industry
WHO SHOULD READ THIS WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW WHAT YOU NEED TO DO Continuing on the path of reform that began following the commencement of the Building Industry Fairness (Security of Payment) Act 2017 (Qld) (BIF Act), the Queensland Government has proposed extensive amendments to the BIF Act, and to other legislation governing the […]