From 1 July 2026, Australia's Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing (AML/CTF) regime will be extended to a broader range of service providers, including the legal profession. These changes are designed to reduce the risk of the financial system being misused for money laundering, terrorism financing and related activities.
The High Court has confirmed that wreck removal claims cannot be limited under Australian law where Article 2(1)(d) of the 1976 Limitation Convention is excluded. The decision reinforces a strict interpretation of Australia’s reservation, clarifying the scope of liability for maritime operators.
The Northern Territory Supreme Court’s decision in AB v Northern Territory of Australia reinforces that credibility and consistency are critical in uncorroborated historical abuse claims. It confirms that courts will not find liability without clear and persuasive evidence meeting the Briginshaw standard.
At a time when housing demand continues to intensify and delivery constraints persist, industry leaders gathered for the Sydney Property Think Tank 2026 to tackle one of the sector’s most pressing questions: can liveability and feasibility genuinely coexist?
Recent case law confirms boards must actively manage psychosocial safety, with passive oversight exposing directors to significant personal liability risks.
Licensed venues face ongoing liability for patron injuries arising from security interactions, with recent NSW decisions confirming that outsourcing security does not discharge a venue’s duty of care and may result in joint liability.
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