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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
 


The NT SparkeThe NT SparkeQuarterly insights impacting businesses in the Northern Territory


Corporate MattersSparkes' Casualty HubHelping you stay across trends in case outcomes


Latest publications
Sparkebeat - Health Law Update - Issue 15

13-05-2026 | 15min
Welcome to the fifteenth issue of the Health Law Update, where Sparke Helmore's market leading Health team brings you the latest in local news and knowledge from across Australia and abroad.


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 | 15min
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.


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Recent articles
The Australian Desk - London Edition

22-07-2026 | 10min
This update provides insights into the trends and themes shaping the Australian insurance market, together with the latest news from Sparke Helmore's national team.


In the Zone - July 2026

22-07-2026 | 15min
We cover significant NSW court decisions and legislative updates from the past three months. Issues: Cropping structures characterised for a purpose permissible without development consent, rather than as 'farm buildings'; Court makes landmark decision after illegal logging by NSW Forestry Corporation; Expert evidence in judicial review proceedings: Court of Appeal dismisses objector's judicial review of Commissioner's determination to uphold appeal following section 34 agreement; VPA rights may be compensable in NSW compulsory acquisition; Recission of land sale contract because of vendor's innocent misrepresentation about impact of adjoining development on ocean views.


Financial Lines predictions - An outlook for Aviation in Australia

22-07-2026 | 3min
What changes will impact the market?


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16-07-2026
Sparke Helmore promotes 43!

Sparke Helmore has promoted 13 to Special Counsel and 30 to Senior Associate, effective 1 July 2026.


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14-07-2026
Sparke Helmore announces three Partner promotions

Congratulations to Stephanie Barclay from our Specialty Lines team, Ben Gottlieb from our Workplace team and Alexandra Kuczerawy from our Casualty team on their promotion to Partner.


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13-07-2026
Sparke Helmore launches new brand

Sparke Helmore has launched its new brand to the market, unveiling a fresh and sophisticated new look.


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01-07-2026
1 July - key changes to employment and work health and safety laws

1 July marks the start of the new financial year, and along with it are several key changes to employment and work health and safety laws.


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