Legal rights in retirement villages – everything you need to know
As Australia’s population ages, an increasing number of older Australians are entering retirement villages and forming new relationships. While these arrangements can bring comfort and companionship, they also raise important legal and financial considerations. Decisions made at this stage of life can have lasting implications, particularly where property interests and estate planning are involved. Need […]
New Energy Bulletin: Queensland Government introduces comprehensive reforms to renewable energy planning framework
On 1 May 2025, the Queensland Government introduced the Planning (Social Impact and Community Benefit) and Other Legislation Amendment Regulation 2025 (Bill), marking a significant shift in the state’s approach to renewable energy approvals. The proposed reforms aim to ensure that large-scale wind and solar farm developments are more closely aligned with community expectations and […]
Hamilton Locke advises RSM Australia on the successful restructure of Balthazar Whisky Distillers
Hamilton Locke advised Brett Lord and Jonathon Colbran of RSM Australia in their capacities as voluntary administrators of Balthazar Whisky Distillers Pty Ltd (Balthazar) on the restructure of the whisky business, pursuant to a deed of company arrangement (DOCA). Balthazar formed part of Sovereign Brands, a US-based wine and spirits brand with products available in […]
What the IMO’s 2025 reforms mean for global shipping
New reforms introduced by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) look to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in the shipping industry. At the 83rd Meeting of the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC), the MEPC approved draft reforms to reduce emissions and air pollution from shipping.1 These reforms are to be added into an annexure VI of […]
Practical privacy for the real estate sector
The collection and management of personal information is becoming more important in all areas of real estate, including buying and selling, funds management, finance and construction. The Privacy Act 1988 (‘Privacy Act’), which is currently under review and may introduce stricter rules in 2025, presently applies to organisations with over $3 million in annual turnover, as well as […]
