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Pilbara v Ammon: WA Court of Appeal considers the meaning of 'feasibility study' in the context of a joint venture agreement
The recent decision of Pilbara Iron Ore Pty Ltd v Ammon will be of interest to anyone who deals with farm-in agreements or other resource sector agreements where one party agrees to commission a 'feasibility study'. ...
Targeting net zero: five ways to deliver on carbon reduction targets
As we move towards a carbon constrained future and electricity prices rise, companies are increasingly looking for ways to deliver on their carbon reduction commitments, including by purchasing electricity from renewable sources, managing their exposure to changing electricity prices and supporting ...
New criminal penalties for wage theft in Victoria
Employers, directors and officers may be criminally liable for underpayments of wages and other employee benefits, as well as for failures to keep records of employee entitlements. ...
Recent amendments to the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (NSW)
Recent amendments to the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (NSW) significantly increase the range of conduct that could constitute a Category 1 offence. Companies should ensure their systems and processes are suitably reviewed in light of these amendments. ...
Unilaterally reducing an employee's hours may create a redundancy pay liability
If you propose to significantly reduce an employee's hours of work, you should carefully take this decision into account. If the same circumstances exist, the employee may be entitled to a redundancy payment, even though the employee remains employed by the same employer. ...
Amended Investment Law – major shift in Vietnam's approach to foreign investment
In this Insight we examine the key changes under Vietnam's amended 'Law on Investment' and their implications for foreign investors. Over the coming weeks, we will provide further insights on the key developments relating to investments, enterprise and PPP laws. ...
Paid Parental Leave Amendment (Flexibility Measures)
The Federal Government has amended the paid parental leave scheme, which will enable greater flexibility for eligible working parents in how they take their paid parental leave. ...
Allens advises Destination Brisbane on Queen's Wharf Development financing
The $3.6 billion Queen's Wharf Development is an integrated resort development designed to transform the Brisbane CBD into a tourism, leisure and entertainment destination. The project was awarded ...
Allens advises on Australia's largest super fund merger
Following the merger on 30 June 2020, FSS Trustee Corporation now manages over $125 billion on behalf of more than 1.1 million members from similar industries, such as education, healthcare and the ...