From www.claytonutz.com: The ACT Supreme Court ruled that “nil” liquidated damages do not preclude a party’s right to common law damages unless explicitly stated in the contract.

The Queensland Supreme Court confirmed that courts and arbitrators can determine claims of parliamentary privilege and public interest immunity in arbitral proceedings.

In a case regarding contract termination, the ACT Supreme Court emphasized that contracting parties should ensure their agreements clearly address rights on termination and recourse to common law remedies.