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Significant changes are on the horizon for NSW’s building and construction industry, reshaping prefabricated construction, building approvals, design variations and regulatory accountability.

This edition of the K&L Gates Competition and Consumer Law Round-Up examines recent enforcement actions by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission, including greenwashing allegations, misleading pricing investigations, and record penalties for horticulture code breaches. The newsletter also covers significant merger reviews, authorisations for industry collaborations, and emerging regulatory developments affecting digital platforms and supply chain disruptions.

The Australian government plans to prohibit non-compete clauses for workers earning below $190,100 from 2027, fundamentally reshaping how employers protect confidential information and customer relationships. With draft legislation expected in 2026, organisations face a critical window to review employment contracts and develop alternative workforce protection strategies. What steps should employers take now to prepare for these sweeping reforms to post-employment restraints?