New Franchising Code of Conduct: Table of key changes
From treasury.gov.au: The new Franchising Code of Conduct, effective from April 1, 2025, introduces simpler rules, improved pre-entry and renewal processes, and enhanced protections … read more
Business Law
Additional scrutiny of restraints in sale agreements
From www.claytonutz.com: The ACCC will closely scrutinize goodwill protection restraints in sale contracts following the Treasury Laws Amendment (Mergers and Acquisitions Reform) Act 2024, … read more
ACCC merger clearance reforms transition
From www.claytonutz.com: Starting January 1, 2026, merger parties that meet specific thresholds must notify the ACCC and obtain clearance before completing transactions, or face … read more
Court’s focus on deterrence in Firstmac case
From www.claytonutz.com: ASIC has successfully pursued civil penalties against Firstmac Limited for breaches of the design and distribution obligation (DDO) regarding the High Livez … read more
CoR compliance in the construction industry
From www.holdingredlich.com: The Chain of Responsibility (CoR) in the construction industry mandates that all parties involved in heavy vehicle transport ensure safety compliance, including … read more
Greenwashing, greenhushing and sustainability
From gtlaw.com.au: Regulatory bodies like ACCC and ASIC are tightening their scrutiny on greenwashing and sustainability claims, taking actions against companies such as Clorox … read more
2025 Banking Code of Practice: seven key changes
From hallandwilcox.com.au: The 2025 Banking Code of Practice, effective from 28 February 2025, introduces several key changes, including a revised definition of ‘Small Business’ … read more
NSW’s strata reforms explained
From www.holdingredlich.com: NSW has introduced significant strata reforms aimed at enhancing accountability and addressing housing challenges, encapsulated in three legislative phases: the 2023 reforms, … read more
A ‘heads up’ on Heads of Agreements
From avant.org.au: Explore Heads of Agreements, a document that outlines key commercial terms at the start of a proposed transaction.
Review its binding nature, … read more
Injuries in a Rental Property and Public Liability Claims in NSW
From www.codea.com.au: Tenants in New South Wales may seek compensation for injuries incurred in rental properties due to landlords’ negligence in maintaining safe living … read more
Australia’s transition to a mandatory merger clearance regime
From hallandwilcox.com.au: Australia will implement a mandatory merger clearance regime starting 1 January 2026, with the ACCC prioritizing its guidance and enforcement.
A transition … read more
Scrutiny on peer comparisons made by ASX-listed entities
From jws.com.au: ASX Compliance has intensified scrutiny on peer comparisons made by ASX-listed entities, with the need for “like-for-like” metrics to avoid misleading disclosures. … read more
The new Franchising Code of Conduct explained
From hallandwilcox.com.au: A new Franchising Code of Conduct will come into effect on 1 April 2025, replacing the current code and introducing significant changes … read more