Jean Kallmyr recently joined Rankin Business Lawyers, bringing with her a wealth of experience across both the legal and business worlds. With more than 25 years of experience spanning business, investment management, corporate governance and strategic advisory, Jean brings a broad commercial perspective to her work as a lawyer. Her legal experience includes corporate and [...]
Victoria’s dangerous goods laws are set for a significant overhaul, with new legislation passed to modernise and strengthen the State’s regulatory framework. The reforms follow the Independent Review of the Dangerous Goods Act 1985 and associated regulations, led by Andrew Palmer KC. The Review was commissioned following major chemical fires associated with illegal chemical stockpiling [...]
The recent Federal Court decision in ASIC v Bekier (Liability Judgment) [2026] is a timely reminder of the high standards expected of company directors and officers. The case arose from governance failures at The Star Entertainment Group (“The Star”). The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) alleged that former CEO and Managing Director Matthias Bekier [...]
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has significantly increased its use of Director Penalty Notices (DPNs) as part of a broader effort to recover unpaid company tax debts. In the 2024-25 financial year alone, the ATO issued more than 84,000 DPNs, representing a substantial increase on prior years and reflecting a more assertive approach to director [...]