“We’ve worked together for years. We didn’t think we needed anything in writing.” It’s a familiar story in the construction and trades industry. A builder engages a subcontractor they’ve used for years. A tradie agrees to take on some additional work. A project runs over schedule, costs increase, or a client decides they’re not happy [...]
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 [...]
Hard as it is to believe, the end of financial year (EOFY) is almost upon us once again; it’s the time of year in business to tie up the loose ends, get the books in order, shift any surplus or miscellaneous stock, and approach a new financial year with a clean slate and with your [...]