Australia: Corporate/Commercial Law

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AI And Directors’ Duties: Navigating Cyber Risk And Responsible Governance
Artificial intelligence is reshaping corporate governance in two critical ways: boards must defend against increasingly sophisticated AI-powered cyber attacks while simultaneously navigating the responsible use of AI tools in their own decision-making processes. Recent regulatory guidance from ASIC and a landmark Federal Court decision establish new expectations for how directors should manage AI-related risks and leverage AI capabilities while fulfilling their fiduciary duties.
Australia Commercial
HR
Holding Redlich
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AML/CTF Countdown: Does The Travel Rule Apply To Property Developers?
From 1 July 2026, Australia's Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing reforms will bring parts of the real estate sector into sharper regulatory focus. For property developers, one question is already emerging – could the 'travel rule' apply to how project funds, deposits or digital value move through a transaction? This article examines when the travel rule applies to property developers and what practical steps may be required.
Australia Commercial
HR
Holding Redlich
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Decision Alert: Queensland Court Of Appeal Finds Corporate Reconstruction Relief Not Available Where Transferor And Transferee Were Not Group Companies When Shares First Came Into Group Ownership
On 29 May 2026, the Queensland Court of Appeal handed down its decision in Commissioner of State Revenue v Special Situations Investing Group III, Inc [2026] QCA 98, allowing the Commissioner's appeal against the decision of Bradley J in Special Situations Investing Group III, Inc v Commissioner of State Revenue [2025] QSC 345.
Australia Commercial
KL
Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP
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Competition And Consumer Law Round-Up - May 2026
This edition of the K&L Gates Competition & Consumer Law Round-Up examines recent enforcement actions by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission, including significant penalties against major retailers for misleading pricing practices. The newsletter also covers merger reviews, collective bargaining authorisations, and emerging regulatory developments affecting competition and consumer protection in Australia.
Australia Anti-trust
KG
K&L Gates LLP
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AML/CTF Countdown: Does The Travel Rule Apply To Property Developers?
From 1 July 2026, Australia's Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing reforms will bring parts of the real estate sector into sharper regulatory focus. For property developers, one question is already emerging – could the 'travel rule' apply to how project funds, deposits or digital value move through a transaction? This article examines when the travel rule applies to property developers and what practical steps may be required.
Australia Commercial
HR
Holding Redlich
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Proposed Amendments To The Road Transport Contractual Chain Order – Implications For Construction And Infrastructure Projects
The Fair Work Commission has published proposed variations to the Road Transport Contractual Chain Order following a review hearing in May 2026. These amendments aim to refine compliance mechanisms and clarify obligations, but key challenges for construction and infrastructure supply chains remain unresolved, including forensic difficulties with identifying transport costs and determining which parties fall within scope.
Australia Real Estate
HR
Holding Redlich
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Flexible Work Requests – Lessons For The APS
Recent Australian Public Service census data reveals a growing trend in flexible work arrangements, supported by new enterprise agreement provisions. Two landmark Fair Work Commission decisions in Naden and Westpac now provide critical guidance on how employers must handle flexible work requests, highlighting the mandatory requirements and potential consequences of non-compliance that could result in orders granting employee requests even when business grounds exist for refusal.
Australia Employment
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Holding Redlich
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Startup, Stand Down? The Impact Of CGT Changes On Defence Innovation
Australia's proposed capital gains tax reforms may inadvertently undermine government efforts to strengthen sovereign defence capability and innovation. As the nation faces increasing global instability and supply chain vulnerabilities, changes to the CGT regime could discourage investment in defence-focused startups precisely when such investment is most critical to national security objectives.
Australia Tax
CC
Corrs Chambers Westgarth
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Federal Budget 2026-27: What Investment Fund Managers Need To Do
The 2026-27 Federal Budget introduced the most significant capital gains tax reforms in 25 years, replacing the 50% CGT discount with cost base indexation and a 30% minimum tax. Combined with new ASIC instruments on stamp duty and portfolio holdings disclosure, investment fund managers face coordinated disclosure, operational and structural challenges requiring substantial work over the next 12 to 18 months.
Australia Finance
HR
Holding Redlich
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