The new cost of foreign investment
The Australian Federal Government has just announced a significant increase to filing fees for foreign investors seeking to invest in Australia, in line with their recent election promise. Under the Foreign Acquisitions and Takeovers Fees Imposition Amendment (Fee Doubling) Regulations 2022 (Cth), filing fees for all applications to the Foreign Investment Review Board (FIRB) on […]
Electronic Conveyancing in Queensland
The adoption of electronic conveyancing (eConveyancing) has been a gradual process since the establishment of the Electronic Conveyancing National Law in 2012. Although Queensland was a front-runner in the conversion to electronic titles (which was implemented in 1994, with the abolishment of paper certificates of title in 2019), the uptake of eConveyancing for property settlements […]
Proposed courier and gig economy changes in Queensland
The Queensland State Government has introduced laws which, if passed by State Parliament and approved by the Federal Attorney-General, will fundamentally change the regulation of couriers, lorry owner drivers and those working in the gig economy. The Industrial Relations and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2022 contains what will be a new chapter of the Industrial […]
QBCC Governance Review Report released – key recommendations examined
Overview The QBCC Governance Review 2022 report (Report) authored by Jim Varghese AM was released on 29 June 2022, along with the Queensland Government’s response (Response). The Review contains 17 recommendations (and 77 actions) which are stated to address the gap between where the Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC) is now and where it […]
McCullough Robertson adds depth to growth industries in Government, Renewables and ESG, with key lateral partner hire in Brisbane, appointment of a new partner in annual promotions and development of ESG diversified business
Today we are pleased to announce the appointment of two new partners in our latest round of promotions: Michael Lucey – Litigation and Dispute Resolution Andrew Bukowski – Corporate Advisory Mr Lucey joins McCullough Robertson from well regarded national firm Clayton Utz and adds further depth to its Government practice. Mr Lucey joins Government partners Dominic […]