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Corporate Matters Corporate MattersAlerts, articles, publications, opinions and podcasts related to Corporate & Commercial


Government Matters Government MattersAlerts, articles, publications and opinions relevant across all levels of government


Insurance MattersInsurance MattersAlerts, articles, publications, opinions and podcasts related to Insurance


Workplace MattersWorkplace MattersAlerts, articles, publications, opinions and podcasts related to employment and safety


Abuse and neglects blog Abuse and Neglect blogArticles, commentary, insights and resources related to Abuse and Neglect


Motor Accidents Motor AccidentsNavigate the decisions of the NSW PIC Motor Accidents Division                    


Director Information Series Director Information SeriesArticles, commentary, insights and resources related to issues that might arise for directors and/or business operators


In the zoneIn the ZoneOur quarterly update on planning, environment and local government


Sydney Environment & PlanningSydney Environment & PlanningA series of planning and environment case studies, focused on the Sydney Metropolitan area


Proactive WorkplaceProactive WorkplaceA series exploring effective management of sexual harassment, discrimination and psychosocial risk issues, incidents and litigation


Workplace investigationsWorkplace investigationsEverything you need to know about them!


InsolvencyInside InsolvencyA series taking you inside insolvency, providing advice, guidance and support


Technology BytesTechnology BytesAlerts, articles, publications and opinions in the technology, cyber and privacy space


(Re)Insurance & Regulation Focus(Re)Insurance & Regulation FocusA fortnightly roundup aimed at helping you stay up to date on the latest regulatory issues and rulings



Monthly FOI updateMonthly FOI updateA brief monthly update on recent Information Commissioner decisions


Navigating renewable energyNavigating renewable energyArticles, commentary, and insights related to navigating the expansion of renewable energy in the Hunter


Sparke Compensation QuarterlySparke Compensation QuarterlyA quarterly compensation newsletter featuring cases notes and legislative updates


Latest publications
Construction Update - December 2025

16-12-2025
Welcome to the fourth issue of the Construction Update, our annual review of the issues facing an industry responding to economic pressures and operational challenges.


Sparkebeat - Health Law Update - Issue 14

10-11-2025 | timer
Welcome to the latest edition of Sparkebeat, where our market leading national Health team brings you the latest in local news and knowledge from across Australia and abroad.


Workplace Watch

14-10-2025 | timer
Welcome to our inaugural edition of Workplace Watch, where we provide concise and insightful updates on the evolving landscape of employment and work health and safety laws.


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Recent articles
In the Zone - April 2026

02-04-2026 | timer
We cover significant NSW court decisions and legislative updates from the past three months. Issues: North Lismore Plateau housing estate refused because of inadequate cultural heritage assessment; Objector appeal against Independent Planning Commission approval for state significant development dismissed; Chief Judge examines the difference between administrative and judicial functions of the Land and Environment Court; Court criticises Council's approach to Class 1 proceedings, where it raised 41 contentions, as a 'scattergun' approach; Court considers time period allowable for consent authority to review a refusal decision; McArthur River Mine decision on payment of native title compensation.


(Re)Insurance and Regulation Focus - fortnight commencing 30 March 2026

31-03-2026 | timer
Fortnightly update - 30 March to 10 April 2026


Minor updates to the FOI Guidelines in February 2026

30-03-2026 | timer
The FOI Guidelines were recently updated and are now dated as of March 2026. We have summarised the changes in a table for ease of reference and providing a short summary of the substantive changes.


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26-03-2026
Sparke Helmore recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality

Sparke Helmore has once again been recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality citation awarded by WGEA.


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24-03-2026
Doyle's Guide recognition for our NSW Town Planning & Development Lawyers

Congratulations to Alan, Catherine and Naomi who have been recognised in the 2026 Doyle's Guide.


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12-03-2026
GILC Captives Report - Corporate demand drives global surge in captive insurance formation

The latest report from GILC, including insights from Sparke Helmore as the Australian representative firm, discusses mid-market expansion, regulatory reform, and sustained hard market conditions as reshaping the global captives landscape.


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06-03-2026
Our Queensland Corporate team recognised in Doyle's Guide

John Toigo and the Queensland Corporate team have both been recognised in the 2026 Doyle's Guide.


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