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Welcome to Corporate Matters, your online resource for all things Corporate & Commercial.

On this page you will find our latest thinking in the form of alerts, publications, articles, opinions and podcasts.  With our insights all in the one place, we aim to make it as easy as possible to find what you are looking for to support you in how you do business every day. 

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01 September 2023 | Drone usage in agribusiness. A regulatory update

Drones are uniquely suited to the Australian agribusiness sector. However, this exciting area has regulatory and compliance issues that need to be identified and managed.
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30 August 2023 | Court provides guidance on minimum documentation standard for a payment schedule

The key takeaway from this recent case was that principals should remain wary when issuing payment schedules.
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24 August 2023 | A clear distinction: the role of commissioners, parties and objectors in conciliation conferences

Following recent decisions, the Court of Appeal has further considered the role of commissioners in the context of a conciliation conference.
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24 August 2023 | Unfair contract terms amendments. Are you ready?

Major changes to the unfair contract terms legislation come into effect on 10 November 2023, and penalties apply if you get it wrong.
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23 August 2023 | Drones and security issues. A regulatory update

Drones are adding a new dimension to different types of work but with this exciting area comes regulatory and compliance issues that need to be identified and managed.
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15 August 2023 | 'Man's best friend' or 'furry foe'? Councils should consider whether development consent or Part 5 assessment is required for off-leash dog areas

A recent decision reminds Councils of the legislation they need to consider when making decisions about land use including the recreation areas managed by them.
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15 August 2023 | Protecting a business' rights and assets when contracting

In Episode 5, we outline the key elements of a contract, explain the terms that comprise the substance of a contract and provide tips on drafting common trading terms.
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19 July 2023 | ACCC releases greenwashing guidance for businesses

The ACCC has issued draft guidanceĀ outlining 8 principles to assist businesses in complying with their obligations under the Australian Consumer Law in making environmental claims.
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18 July 2023 | Are Australia's restructuring and insolvency laws up to scratch?

The Parliamentary Joint Committee on Corporations and Financial Services began an inquiry into the effectiveness of Australia's corporate insolvency laws in September 2022. The Committee released its report on 12 July 2023.
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18 July 2023 | The rise of ESG: considerations for directors

In Episode 4 we look at the rise of ESG. ESG are important issues for all companies, with the effective management of ESG concerns and opportunities now a key business objective.

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