Hamilton Locke advises Novacyt SA on its acquisition of Southern Cross Diagnostics Pty Ltd
Hamilton Locke advised listed France-based molecular diagnostic group Novacyt, through its wholly owned UK subsidiary Novacyt UK Holdings Limited, on its announced acquisition of Southern Cross Diagnostics Pty Ltd, a leading Sydney-based distributor specialising in diagnostic and life sciences products. Hamilton Locke worked alongside the corporate teams at Addleshaw Goddard LLP and Frieh Brault & […]
NSW Parliament passes WHS Digital Work System Duty
Key Takeaways The NSW Parliament has passed the Work Health and Safety Amendment (Digital Work Systems) Bill 2026. This is the first time that digital work systems have been directly addressed in Australian WHS Law. The reforms will largely commence on a yet-to-be-announced date or dates, to be appointed by proclamation. Digital work system is […]
Facial recognition technology: Is there a path forward for the Australian retail sector?
The lawful use of facial recognition technology, particularly in a commercial retail setting, is increasingly challenging under Australian privacy law. Even where the primary purpose for deploying the technology is for crime or fraud prevention purposes, consent must be obtained (other than in limited circumstances), from all individuals who facial images are captured and used […]
Hamilton Locke advises Andromeda Robotics on AU$23 million Series A capital raise
In a milestone for the growing robotics and aged care industries, we are proud to have advised Andromeda Robotics on the Australian aspects of its AU$23 million Series A capital raise, led by Forerunner Ventures. This significant round was led by renowned venture capital firm Forerunner Ventures and positions Andromeda for accelerated global growth. Co-founded by […]
Hamilton Locke advises shareholders of Envirolab on acquisition by Intertek Group
We recently advised the shareholders of Envirolab on its acquisition by Intertek Group plc, a global leader in total quality assurance. This transaction marks an exciting new chapter for Envirolab as it embarks on a new growth phase under the guidance of Intertek. Envirolab has built a reputation as Australia’s leading independent environmental contamination and […]
AI in the Boardroom: balancing innovation and obligation
Used wisely, AI tools can arguably enhance the corporate decision-making process. There are risks, however, in directors overly relying on or blindly trusting in AI output – and they need to be able to justify its use in the context of their legal duties and responsibilities. Need to know: AI use in workplaces is soaring, […]
Not my monkey, not my circus: PCBU successfully walks away from WHS prosecution
In SafeWork NSW v Tattam Express Pty Ltd [2025] NSWIC 7, the Industrial Court of NSW provides further clarification on the categories of “worker” under WHS laws for when a duty is owed. In doing so, the Court stopped a WHS prosecution in its tracks when it found that the injured person was not a […]
A practical guide to whistleblowing in Australia
When an employee steps forward to ‘blow the whistle,’ it’s crucial to get your response right. Here’s an essential guide for employers.
Hamilton Locke wins Law Firm of the Year at the 2025 Australian Law Awards
Hamilton Locke has been awarded Law Firm of the Year at the Lawyers Weekly Australian Law Awards! The Australian Law Awards, now in its 25th year, celebrate outstanding legal professionals and firms across the country. This recognition is a testament to the culture we’ve built together, a culture defined by high performance, agility, and leadership. […]
Hamilton Locke named “fastest-growing partnership” in the Australian Financial Review
Hamilton Locke has been named the “fastest-growing partnership” in the Australian Financial Review (AFR) Law Partnership Survey. The AFR conducts a bi-annual review of the legal sector and features top firms in its Law Partnership Survey. Full coverage from the AFR Law Partnership Survey: Revealed: The law firms that have grown (and shrunk) the most […]
Substantial reforms to NSW Industrial Relations and WHS laws underway
The Industrial Relations and Other Legislation Amendment (Workplace Protections) Bill 2025 (the Bill), introduced by the New South Wales Government on 27 May 2025, and passed on 27 June 2025, proposes substantive amendments to the State’s industrial relations and work health and safety framework. The Bill will implement targeted and wide-ranging reforms to the Work […]
Completion accounts in M&A transactions – how to create certainty in uncertain times
The Snapshot Since the end of the COVID-19 era of cheap money and lofty valuations, the Australian private M&A market has been a buyer’s market. This has caused a relative increase in the use of completion accounts and specifically, debt-free/cash-free and target working capital purchase price adjustments, in transaction documentation compared with locked box or […]
