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Australia wants the data centre boom: can it get the power settings right?
Australia has an opportunity to secure its position as a major data centre hub in the region. But to Can capture it, investors need something Australia cannot afford to leave uncertain - a clear pathway for securing power.
10 September 2026
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Digital Duty of Care: Australia's Latest Move on Online Safety
The Australian Government has released exposure draft legislation to introduce a new ‘digital duty of care’ requiring online service providers to take reasonable steps to deliver a safe online environment for their users.
10 September 2026
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Same game, new rules? ATO finalises software royalty ruling with PepsiCo in the mix
The finalisation of TR 2026/2 and the release of PCG 2026/D4 represent a significant moment for businesses with cross-border software distribution arrangements.
09 September 2026
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AFCA consults on proposed Scam Rules ahead of SPF launch: key things to know
On 31 August 2026, the Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) released a consultation paper on proposed changes to its Scheme Rules to support AFCA’s new dispute resolution jurisdiction for scam-related complaints under the Scams Prevention Framework (SPF).
09 September 2026
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The upcoming ban on non-compete, non-poaching restrictions and wage-fixing arrangements
Yesterday the Federal government released its long-awaited draft legislation to ban the use of post-employment non-compete clauses for workers earning below the “high income threshold” and non-poaching clauses for all employees, together with extending the existing cartel framework to cover no-poach and wage-fixing arrangements between entities.
08 September 2026
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Shopping cart before the horse? Australia's product safety laws play catch-up with online marketplaces
We examine the ACCC’s response to CHOICE’s designated complaint and its call for stronger product safety rules, including for online marketplaces.
07 September 2026
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Discretionary Trusts - Limited time offer for relief from minimum tax
On 3 September 2026, Federal Treasury published exposure draft legislation to implement the 30 per cent minimum tax on certain discretionary trusts, a measure which was announced in the 2026-27 Federal Budget and will apply from 1 July 2028.
04 September 2026
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What's next for Australian businesses in Southeast Asia?
In November, ASEAN members are expected to sign the Digital Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA), the world’s first comprehensive regional digital economy pact, covering nearly 680 million people. ASEAN’s digital economy is currently valued at around $300 billion and is projected to reach US$2 trillion by 2030. Together with RCEP and growing cross-border investment in infrastructure, energy and logistics, DEFA points to a broader trend - Southeast Asia is becoming increasingly integrated as a regional economy.
01 September 2026
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Seeking to strike the right balance: Tranche 2 Privacy Reforms - Exposure Draft
The Government has released an exposure draft of the long-awaited second tranche of privacy reforms, calling for feedback from stakeholders, which given the economy-wide reach of these laws should include almost every business operating in Australia.
01 September 2026
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Understanding “Duped” – Four Corners on food regulation, supply chains, modern slavery and migrant workers
In this insight, our food and agribusiness sector team explain the laws that are analysed in the Four Corners investigation, the enforcement of those laws and proposed or potential reforms.
31 August 2026
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Countdown to the SPF: Recent developments in the scams regulatory landscape
This alert sets out the most recent and pressing developments informing preparations for the SPF.
28 August 2026
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Australia's next AI bottleneck: Why copyright matters
If a major AI company was preparing a checklist to decide where to build its next AI training facility, you would expect to see access to land, power and water at the top of the list.
28 August 2026
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Unlocking opportunity: Northern Territory backs its resources and energy future
The Northern Territory is moving decisively to position itself for the next phase of resources and energy investment, with the Finocchiaro Government delivering a major reform package to modernise the Territory’s resources framework and unlock new investment across mining, gas, hydrogen and carbon capture and storage (CCS).
27 August 2026
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Navigating Australia's Clinical Trial Landscape: Part 3
. In this Part, we consider the key themes for clinical trials contracting, assess how the Medicines Australia standard form addresses those requirements, and flag practical issues and recommendations for sponsors to consider.
26 August 2026
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The Government’s Proposed Superannuation Consumer Protection and MIS Reforms
On 19 August 2026, the Assistant Treasurer proposed a package of reforms under the Protecting Consumers in the Superannuation System (PCSS) banner, together with the Government’s response to the February 2026 managed investment scheme (MIS) consultation.
21 August 2026
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AI Now: From experimentation to enterprise impact with Quantium
What does it take to move from AI experimentation to enterprise-wide impact?
21 August 2026
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Living in a material world: Non-financial risks and the new frontier of securities class actions
The review period proved to be a defining year for securities class actions in Australia.
20 August 2026
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Under (parallel) pressure: Class actions and regulatory proceedings
Almost a third of the class actions commenced in the review period intersected with a parallel regulatory proceeding, investigation or inquiry on the same subject matter.
20 August 2026
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In the consumer space, the regulator isn’t the only sheriff in town
We explore Epic Games, a rare example of a consumer class action following on from proceedings brought by private litigants.
20 August 2026
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Employment class actions: No signs of slowing down
Employment-related class actions remained strong in FY26. This article explores the themes that stood out.
20 August 2026