The ACCC v Bupa decision – Why it is important, what it has highlighted, and what it may mean for aged care providers
Introduction In the case of ACCC v Bupa1 the Federal Court of Australia has ordered Bupa Aged Care Australia Pty Ltd…
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Guidance from ASIC: Approach to lending during the COVID-19 pandemic
Introduction In response to a request from the Australian Banking Association (ABA), the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has…
NSW moves to protect essential workers – Emergency Measures legislation passed
On 13 May 2020 the COVID-19 Legislation Amendment (Emergency Measures—Miscellaneous) Bill 2020 (NSW) was passed by both houses NSW Parliament with the…
Super Alert – 15 May 2020
This week’s Super Alert contains yet more COVID-19 updates, as well as noting some new and proposed legislation including (finally)…
IP and COVID-19: Crown use, compulsory licensing, spare parts and other traps
As the world responds to the COVID-19 pandemic, stories have been circulating of companies offering, and governments seeking, greater access…
City of Melbourne’s draft affordable housing strategy (March 2030) – the move to a mandatory inclusionary zone
City of Melbourne’s draft affordable housing strategy (March 2030) The City of Melbourne published the City of Melbourne’s draft affordable housing…