RSS feed for all insights & media releases(c) AllensTue, 15 Apr 2025 15:30:00 +1000b2ef209e-c189-47d3-8a47-b5f18ab6dd2chttps://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/04/nsw-court-of-appeal-confirms-letters-of-comfort-dont-extend-liability-to-a-liquidators-admissions-of-debt/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/04/nsw-court-of-appeal-confirms-letters-of-comfort-dont-extend-liability-to-a-liquidators-admissions-of-debt/Kirsty PrinslooAlexander ProudfordBrendan OfnerIn Forex Capital Trading Pty Ltd (in liq) v Invesus Group Ltd [2025] NSWCA 64, the New South Wales Court of Appeal has confirmed that a parent company agreement under a letter of comfort to pay 'debts … incurred' by its subsidiary does not apply to proofs of debt admitted in liquidation. In this InsTue, 15 Apr 2025 15:30:00 +10002025-04-15T15:30:00+10:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/04/australias-energy-transition-a-complex-regulatory-road-to-nuclear-power/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/04/australias-energy-transition-a-complex-regulatory-road-to-nuclear-power/Louis ChiamSheree AitkenLuisa ColosimoJulia ArrighiJim HanTue, 15 Apr 2025 12:15:00 +10002025-04-15T12:15:00+10:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/04/energy-transition-panel-the-implications-of-US-policy-changes-on-Australia/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/04/energy-transition-panel-the-implications-of-US-policy-changes-on-Australia/Tue, 15 Apr 2025 11:15:00 +10002025-04-15T11:15:00+10:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/04/a-drastic-intrusion-appointing-provisional-liquidators-to-a-solvent-company/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/04/a-drastic-intrusion-appointing-provisional-liquidators-to-a-solvent-company/Kirsty PrinslooJacques McElhoneAdam SchafferMon, 14 Apr 2025 10:05:00 +10002025-04-14T10:05:00+10:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/news/2025/04/allens-advises-acen-australia-on-major-renewable-energy-portfolio-financing/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/news/2025/04/allens-advises-acen-australia-on-major-renewable-energy-portfolio-financing/Allens has advised ACEN Australia, a key player in the Australian energy transition, on the $750 million platform financing for its renewable energy portfolio. The two seed assets are the 400MW New England Stage 1 Solar and 400MW Stubbo Solar projects.Mon, 14 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +10002025-04-14T10:00:00+10:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/04/how-to-mitigate-construction-risks-and-avoid-disputes-in-pumped-hydro-projects/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/04/how-to-mitigate-construction-risks-and-avoid-disputes-in-pumped-hydro-projects/Julian BerenholtzShirleen KirkAndrew McNeillJessie KangThe sheer scale and duration of pumped hydro energy storage projects leave them vulnerable to inflationary pressures, material shortages and labour constraints, especially in the current global climate.Mon, 14 Apr 2025 08:12:00 +10002025-04-14T08:12:00+10:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/04/changing-customer-service-levels-a-lesson-in-consumer-law-risks/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/04/changing-customer-service-levels-a-lesson-in-consumer-law-risks/Jacqueline DownesRobert WalkerLouisa KeffordKaren ChauRyan MaranikOn 21 February 2025, the Federal Court of Australia handed down its decision in Australian Competition and Consumer Commission v Telstra Limited [2025] FCA 93. The Court found Telstra misled nearly 9000 customers via its Belong broadband service by failing to inform them of a reduction Thu, 10 Apr 2025 10:25:00 +10002025-04-10T10:25:00+10:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/04/fpic-in-focus-implications-of-a-recent-canadian-federal-court-decision-for-australian-stakeholders/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/04/fpic-in-focus-implications-of-a-recent-canadian-federal-court-decision-for-australian-stakeholders/Ben ZillmannAndrea MoffattPhoebe LavellThu, 10 Apr 2025 10:15:00 +10002025-04-10T10:15:00+10:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/04/mixed-results-in-medibank-class-action-on-privilege-claims-over-investigation-reports/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/04/mixed-results-in-medibank-class-action-on-privilege-claims-over-investigation-reports/Andrew MaherAndrew BurnsLachie WatsonA recent Federal Court decision has further highlighted the challenges of maintaining privilege claims over third-party investigation reports, particularly where those reports are—or become—relied on for non-legal purposes, including operational, regulatory, and public or investor relations.Thu, 10 Apr 2025 03:00:00 +10002025-04-10T03:00:00+10:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/04/significant-reforms-proposed-to-cultural-heritage-protections-in-the-northern-territory/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/04/significant-reforms-proposed-to-cultural-heritage-protections-in-the-northern-territory/Ben ZillmannAndrea MoffattPhoebe LavellProtection of sacred Indigenous sites is a cornerstone of preserving Australia’s First Nations heritage. The Northern Territory Aboriginal Sacred Sites Act 1989 (the Act) requires project proponents operating in the Northern Territory (NT) to obtain approval to operate in the vicinity of sacred siteWed, 09 Apr 2025 13:05:00 +10002025-04-09T13:05:00+10:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/04/the-proof-is-in-the-process-an-update-on-how-the-new-merger-regime-will-work/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/04/the-proof-is-in-the-process-an-update-on-how-the-new-merger-regime-will-work/Jacqueline DownesMolly SnaithAngelica SornKaren ChauMelissa CampGabi Stricker-PhelpsTom McCarthyNiamh PetchellDrew GillespieWith Treasury's release of the Ministerial instrument containing the notification thresholds and the ACCC's release of various process guidelines, we now have some long-awaited clarity on how the new merger regime will work. Tue, 08 Apr 2025 16:30:00 +10002025-04-08T16:30:00+10:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2023/06/regulatory-reform-for-the-energy-transition/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2023/06/regulatory-reform-for-the-energy-transition/Kate AxupMadeleine GeorgeJun ChongJulia ArrighiReforming the regulatory framework that underpins our electricity system is a key aspect of Australia's energy transition, but the scale and pace of change can seem overwhelming.Tue, 08 Apr 2025 07:15:00 +10002025-04-08T07:15:00+10:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/news/2025/04/allens-advises-on-pathfinder-energy-transition-project-financing/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/news/2025/04/allens-advises-on-pathfinder-energy-transition-project-financing/Allens has advised the financiers to the ACEREZ partnership on the project and financing documentation for the design, construction and operation of transmission infrastructure for Australia's first renewable energy zone, the Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone in NSW.Mon, 07 Apr 2025 14:15:00 +10002025-04-07T14:15:00+10:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/03/wide-ranging-reforms-to-overhaul-png-mining-sector/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/03/wide-ranging-reforms-to-overhaul-png-mining-sector/Sarah KumanPapua New Guinea's Department of Mineral Policy and Geohazard Management has released the latest version of the draft Mining Bill for public comment. If passed, the Bill will introduce sweeping reforms to modernise the country's mining sector, replacing the current Mining Act 1992.Thu, 03 Apr 2025 09:10:00 +11002025-04-03T09:10:00+11:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/03/how-the-accc-will-assess-mergers-under-the-new-regime/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/03/how-the-accc-will-assess-mergers-under-the-new-regime/Jacqueline DownesFelicity McMahonAnita ThompsonKendy DingMelissa CampKaren ChauIssi LovricThe ACCC has released its draft merger assessment guidelines (Draft Guidelines) for consultation, offering a preview of how it plans to assess mergers under the new mandatory regime (which comes into effect on 1 January 2026). In this Insight, we highlight key aspects of the ACCC's renewed approachFri, 28 Mar 2025 08:45:00 +11002025-03-28T08:45:00+11:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/03/recent-developments-in-employment-law/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/03/recent-developments-in-employment-law/The latest issues, decisions and proposed changes impacting business and workplace risk.Thu, 27 Mar 2025 10:08:00 +11002025-03-27T10:08:00+11:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/03/automotive-sector-outlook-whats-driving-recent-trends/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/03/automotive-sector-outlook-whats-driving-recent-trends/Belinda ThompsonJoshua AndersonKelly RobertsAndrew ToleJohn HajekWhether it be consumer guarantees or vehicle emissions, the automotive sector continues to be highly regulated, and the target of scrutiny from regulators and private litigants alike. In this Insight, we reflect on some of the key issues facing the sector.Wed, 26 Mar 2025 11:50:00 +11002025-03-26T11:50:00+11:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/03/another-tranche-of-proposed-financial-advice-changes-lands/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/03/another-tranche-of-proposed-financial-advice-changes-lands/Simun SoljoTreasury has released a consultation draft Bill to implement part of tranche 2 of the Government's response to the Quality of Advice Review (QAR). Mon, 24 Mar 2025 16:15:00 +11002025-03-24T16:15:00+11:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/03/shareholder-activism-reflections-on-the-current-and-future-landscape/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/03/shareholder-activism-reflections-on-the-current-and-future-landscape/Tom HallGrace StalsLast year was another big year one for shareholder activists globally, with investor sentiment in 2024 taking its cues from the disruption experienced across the broader economic and geopolitical landscape. Closer to home, activity was more stable in Australia—as it typically is, owing to our smalleMon, 24 Mar 2025 16:00:00 +11002025-03-24T16:00:00+11:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/03/security-of-payment-preventing-enforcement-of-adjudicated-amounts-to-contractors-in-precarious-financial-positions/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/03/security-of-payment-preventing-enforcement-of-adjudicated-amounts-to-contractors-in-precarious-financial-positions/Nick RudgeMarine ChuJack BrookesFri, 21 Mar 2025 11:15:00 +11002025-03-21T11:15:00+11:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/news/2025/03/allens-advises-on-landmark-subordinated-hybrid-deal/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/news/2025/03/allens-advises-on-landmark-subordinated-hybrid-deal/James DarcyAllens has advised the Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC) on a significant subordinated hybrid funding transaction. Fri, 21 Mar 2025 10:45:00 +11002025-03-21T10:45:00+11:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/03/high-court-says-no-to-travelling-group-costs-orders/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/03/high-court-says-no-to-travelling-group-costs-orders/Alex TollidayJoe PaytenCharlie WardFri, 21 Mar 2025 10:15:00 +11002025-03-21T10:15:00+11:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/03/high-court-rules-on-commonwealth-liability-for-native-title-acquisitions-in-the-nt/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/03/high-court-rules-on-commonwealth-liability-for-native-title-acquisitions-in-the-nt/Ben ZillmannAndrea MoffattEthan BischaCommonwealth exposed to compensation claims for pre-1975 native title extinguishmentsWed, 19 Mar 2025 14:50:00 +11002025-03-19T14:50:00+11:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/03/recent-developments-in-foreign-investment-firb-regulation/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/03/recent-developments-in-foreign-investment-firb-regulation/Wendy RaeJeremy LowJessica ChoongAndrew WongVincent PangMayuri Dharmakulasingam Eddie ChenWed, 19 Mar 2025 11:15:00 +11002025-03-19T11:15:00+11:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/03/asic-commences-proceedings-against-fiig-for-cybersecurity-failures/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/03/asic-commences-proceedings-against-fiig-for-cybersecurity-failures/Valeska BlochChristopher KerriganIsabelle GuyotDavina LeeVishaya PracySrishti MehtaASIC has announced it has commenced civil penalty proceedings against FIIG Securities Limited (FIIG) for allegedly failing over four years to protect itself and its clients from cybersecurity risks. Wed, 19 Mar 2025 11:05:00 +11002025-03-19T11:05:00+11:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/03/facilitating-a-successful-erp-implementation/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/03/facilitating-a-successful-erp-implementation/Jessica Mottau David LiaoEnterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems are the backbone of modern business operations, seamlessly integrating processes from accounting to human resources. With AI advancements, analytics and cloud computing, these systems offer greater capabilities to organisations than ever before.Mon, 17 Mar 2025 16:15:00 +11002025-03-17T16:15:00+11:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/03/key-regulatory-changes-for-the-telecommunications-sector/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/03/key-regulatory-changes-for-the-telecommunications-sector/Gavin SmithWilliam CooteElizabeth BrownOver the past few months, the Government has introduced a number of important reforms to the Australian telecommunications regulatory landscape. These reforms will have a significant impact on all carriers and many carriage service providers. Mon, 17 Mar 2025 16:00:00 +11002025-03-17T16:00:00+11:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/03/how-pumped-hydro-can-be-a-viable-large-scale-energy-asset-for-private-investors/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/03/how-pumped-hydro-can-be-a-viable-large-scale-energy-asset-for-private-investors/Danielle JonesJamie GuthrieIsabel BurrastonPaddy O'BrienInterest in pumped hydro energy storage (PHES) continues to grow as the need for affordable, long-term, firm and weather-independent dispatchable electricity becomes increasingly critical to Australia's energy transition. However, its high upfront capital costs and complex planning, procurement.Mon, 17 Mar 2025 09:10:00 +11002025-03-17T09:10:00+11:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/03/new-code-of-practice-on-workplace-sexual-and-gender-based-harassment/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/03/new-code-of-practice-on-workplace-sexual-and-gender-based-harassment/Samantha BetzienThe Australian Government has approved a new Work Health and Safety (Sexual and Gender-based Harassment) Code of Practice 2025 which provides practical guidance to employers on how they can identify, manage and minimise risks of sexual and gender-based harassment at work.Fri, 14 Mar 2025 16:30:00 +11002025-03-14T16:30:00+11:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/03/conexa-and-statutory-severance-when-a-pipeline-is-land/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/03/conexa-and-statutory-severance-when-a-pipeline-is-land/Tom TianSevanne McGarityHarry FraserFri, 14 Mar 2025 10:15:00 +11002025-03-14T10:15:00+11:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/03/national-electricity-and-gas-rules-update-february-25/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/03/national-electricity-and-gas-rules-update-february-25/Kate AxupTom St JohnEmily GrahamIn our latest update, we examine the progress of new and existing rule change requests to the AEMC across the month of February and take a closer look at the AER's revised TNSP ring-fencing guidelines.Thu, 13 Mar 2025 13:45:00 +11002025-03-13T13:45:00+11:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/03/apra-releases-discussion-paper-on-governance-proposing-more-prescriptive-requirements-for-banks-insurers-and-rse-licensees/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/03/apra-releases-discussion-paper-on-governance-proposing-more-prescriptive-requirements-for-banks-insurers-and-rse-licensees/Michelle LevySimun SoljoGeoff SandersKerensa SneydStephanie MalonIn the discussion paper released yesterday, APRA says that 'well governed entities are more resilient in times of stress, more agile in times of change, and demonstrate more sophisticated risk judgement'. Fri, 07 Mar 2025 17:15:00 +11002025-03-07T17:15:00+11:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2021/08/signing-documents-remotely-a-regulatory-timeline/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2021/08/signing-documents-remotely-a-regulatory-timeline/Diccon LoxtonThe pandemic has focused minds on the need for law reform, to clarify that documents can be signed electronically, so that they are fully accepted in the market, and also to allow signatures to be witnessed remotely over audiovisual links. This timeline outlines the changes to legislation changes. Fri, 07 Mar 2025 14:55:00 +11002025-03-07T14:55:00+11:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/news/2025/03/allens-advises-barrenjoey-in-connection-with-mayur-resources-100-million-placement/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/news/2025/03/allens-advises-barrenjoey-in-connection-with-mayur-resources-100-million-placement/Bryn HardcastleAllens is pleased to have advised Barrenjoey Markets as Lead Manager and Underwriter in connection with an approximately A$100 million partially underwritten two-tranche placement of new CHESS Depository Interests by Mayur Resources (ASX:MRL), as announced to ASX on 21 February 2025. Thu, 06 Mar 2025 14:15:00 +11002025-03-06T14:15:00+11:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/03/emerging-business-risks-in-2025/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/03/emerging-business-risks-in-2025/Vijay CugatiTom HallIsabelle GuyotLachlan PembrokeWe are in the midst of rapid technological advancements, shifting regulatory and political landscapes, evolving social expectations and visible impacts of climate change.Tue, 04 Mar 2025 14:00:00 +11002025-03-04T14:00:00+11:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/02/australias-energy-transition-capitalising-on-global-investment-shifts-post-us-election/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/02/australias-energy-transition-capitalising-on-global-investment-shifts-post-us-election/Kate AxupLisa ZhouLuisa ColosimoWithin hours of his inauguration on 20 January 2025, President Trump signed almost 100 executive orders and issued several memorandums and announcements. Mon, 03 Mar 2025 09:06:00 +11002025-03-03T09:06:00+11:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/02/regulatory-scrutiny-of-private-capital-increases/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/02/regulatory-scrutiny-of-private-capital-increases/James CampbellVictoria EastwoodGeoff SandersGeorge DawsonLiam SlabberPrivate capital is becoming a growing focus of regulators, both in Australia and internationally, given the ever-increasing flow of capital to the sector in recent years.Fri, 28 Feb 2025 15:58:00 +11002025-02-28T15:58:00+11:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/news/2025/02/allens-advises-on-sale-of-tasmania-jackjumpers-nbl-club/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/news/2025/02/allens-advises-on-sale-of-tasmania-jackjumpers-nbl-club/Mark MalinasNicholas NgAllens is proud to have advised the LK Group on the sale of the National Basketball League’s (NBL) Tasmania JackJumpers to alternative asset manager, Altor Capital. Fri, 28 Feb 2025 13:15:00 +11002025-02-28T13:15:00+11:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/02/recent-developments-in-employment-law/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/02/recent-developments-in-employment-law/The latest issues, decisions and proposed changes impacting business and workplace risk.Thu, 27 Feb 2025 14:00:00 +11002025-02-27T14:00:00+11:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/02/pumped-hydro-current-projects-in-development-across-australia/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/02/pumped-hydro-current-projects-in-development-across-australia/Following the procurement and contractual close of the Kidston Pumped Hydro Project and Snowy 2.0, multiple pumped hydro energy storage projects have been announced, and are in the early stages of planning and procurement.Tue, 25 Feb 2025 08:50:00 +11002025-02-25T08:50:00+11:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/02/how-pumped-hydro-can-provide-the-stability-australias-energy-transition-needs/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/02/how-pumped-hydro-can-provide-the-stability-australias-energy-transition-needs/Danielle JonesNaomi BergmanTimothy LeschkeJamie GuthrieIsabel BurrastonAustralia's favourable natural geographical landscape and abundance of retiring mine sites provide a unique opportunity for pumped hydro energy storage to play a key role in driving the energy transition in this country. Tue, 25 Feb 2025 08:15:00 +11002025-02-25T08:15:00+11:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/02/accc-2025-2026-enforcement-priorities/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/02/accc-2025-2026-enforcement-priorities/The ACCC remains focused on the protection of consumers and small business in its 2025/26 enforcement priorities announced by Gina Cass-Gottlieb on 20 February 2025.Mon, 24 Feb 2025 16:30:00 +11002025-02-24T16:30:00+11:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/news/2025/02/allens-advises-pacific-green-on-development-and-sale-of-limestone-coast-north-bess/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/news/2025/02/allens-advises-pacific-green-on-development-and-sale-of-limestone-coast-north-bess/Kate AxupChelsey DrakeDavid DonnellyMichael GravesNaomi BergmanScott McCoyAllens has advised Pacific Green on the development and sale of the Limestone Coast North Energy Park battery energy storage system (BESS) to Intera Renewables, a wholly owned subsidiary of Palisade Partners. Mon, 24 Feb 2025 15:15:00 +11002025-02-24T15:15:00+11:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2024/12/protecting-critical-minerals-RD-for-future-success/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2024/12/protecting-critical-minerals-RD-for-future-success/Linda Govenlock PhDRobert MunroDavid SeetoMatthew WangAn opportunity for Australian businesses to lead the global energy transitionMon, 24 Feb 2025 11:15:00 +11002025-02-24T11:15:00+11:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/02/big-batteries-in-2025-the-market-evolution-continues/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/02/big-batteries-in-2025-the-market-evolution-continues/Danielle JonesLisa ZhouScott McCoyMichelle BennettUtility-scale batteries reached new heights in 2024, achieving several industry firsts. Milestones include the first project-financed virtual offtake agreement and long-term energy service agreement, coupled with inventive approaches to revenue stack structuring.Fri, 21 Feb 2025 08:37:00 +11002025-02-21T08:37:00+11:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/02/exits-making-warranty-and-indemnity-insurance-work-for-your-sale-process/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/02/exits-making-warranty-and-indemnity-insurance-work-for-your-sale-process/Emin AltiparmakJoshua HoareStephanie RowanCaitlin McCluskyThu, 20 Feb 2025 10:15:00 +11002025-02-20T10:15:00+11:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/02/using-gen-AI-tools-for-business-be-aware-of-the-many-limitations-on-your-IP-protections/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/02/using-gen-AI-tools-for-business-be-aware-of-the-many-limitations-on-your-IP-protections/Tracy LuTommy ChenMax JonesPaul Mersiades To assist businesses to make informed decisions about which AI tools to use and for what purposes, we have conducted an in-depth analysis of the terms and conditions applicable to a range of commonly used, off-the-shelf generative AI tools from an intellectual property perspective.Wed, 19 Feb 2025 11:00:00 +11002025-02-19T11:00:00+11:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/02/high-court-confirms-that-corporate-trustees-do-not-owe-a-fiduciary-duty-to-predecessors/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/02/high-court-confirms-that-corporate-trustees-do-not-owe-a-fiduciary-duty-to-predecessors/Kirsty PrinslooAlexander ProudfordMon, 17 Feb 2025 10:15:00 +11002025-02-17T10:15:00+11:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/02/national-electricity-and-gas-rules-update-january-25/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/02/national-electricity-and-gas-rules-update-january-25/Kate AxupTom St JohnEmily GrahamIn our latest update, we examine the progress of new and existing rule change requests to the AEMC across the month of January and take a closer look at the AEMC Reliability Panel's review of the System Restart Standard. Thu, 13 Feb 2025 13:45:00 +11002025-02-13T13:45:00+11:00https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/02/stamp-duty-complexities-in-sale-and-purchase-agreements-insights-from-van-dairy/https://www.allens.com.au/insights-news/insights/2025/02/stamp-duty-complexities-in-sale-and-purchase-agreements-insights-from-van-dairy/Adrian ChekBouchra ChehimyThe recent Tasmanian case of Van Dairy suggests that an agreement to procure a sale of property might be liable to duty as an agreement for sale, even if the owner of the property is not a party to it. considered the status of a Sale and Purchase Agreement (SPA) in the context of stamp duty.Mon, 10 Feb 2025 04:45:00 +11002025-02-10T04:45:00+11:00