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Guidance on funding disclosure for private capital bids
In this Insight, we look at a recent decision from the Takeovers Panel that has helped to clarify how funding certainty and disclosure apply to private capital bidders. We also address some of the other issues for private capital investors to consider in their funding arrangements. ...
Allens advises Bendigo and Adelaide Bank on the sale of Bendigo Superannuation Pty Ltd to Betashares
Bendigo Superannuation Pty Ltd is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Bank, and trustee and issuer of Bendigo SmartStart Super and Bendigo SmartStart Pension products, which are part of the Bendigo ...
Thin cap: debt deduction creation regime
In this insight, we analyse the new debt deduction creation regime and discuss its potential implications. ...
Best practice approach to communications between principals and superintendents
This Insight sets out practical tips on achieving best practice communications between principals and superintendents in order to avoid any perception of bias, and summarises recent case law on the consequences of failing to heed this guidance. ...
First NSW REZ access auction – a guide to LTESAs and access rights
The competitive tenders for long-term energy service agreements (LTESAs) are underway, forming part of the delivery of the NSW Energy Infrastructure Roadmap by the State Government. This Insight gives a high-level overview of the key terms of LTESAs and the REZ access rights agreements. ...
Significant changes to regulation of US private funds: what Australian sponsors and investors need to know
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has adopted new Rules to regulate the private fund industry under the US Investment Advisers Act of 1940. The new Rules are designed to increase transparency and provide additional investor protections. ...
Allens advises RBA on Central Bank Digital Currency pilot
The use of the pilot CBDC was tested by approved market participants in a diverse set of use cases, with the goal to understand potential business models, use cases and economic benefits, as well a ...
Fair Work Commission agrees to vary the Clerks Award in light of COVID-19
On Saturday 28 March 2020, the Fair Work Commission introduced temporary changes to the Clerks – Private Sector Award in response to the impacts of COVID-19 on clerical and administrative employees. An employer can now agree (in writing, including by email) with an individual employee to reduce the employee's hours (including by more than 25%) or to move the employee temporarily from full-time to part-time hours of work, and reduce their pay proportionately. ...
Allens advises Canberra Metro Consortium
Allens has advised the financiers to the Canberra Metro Consortium on the funding of the Canberra Metro's Gungahlin to Civic light rail project. Due to start construction in the coming months, the ...
1972 is calling: repeal of the Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Act 2021 (WA)
Just five weeks after its commencement, the Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Act 2021 (WA) (ACH Act) has been repealed, and will be replaced with an amended version of the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 (WA) (1972 Act) – the very legislation it was intended to overhaul. ...