Federal Government sues 3M for over $2 billion over PFAS contamination at defence bases
The Federal Government filed proceedings against both 3M Company and its Australian subsidiary, 3M Australia Pty Ltd.
By Henry Ea - 2 min read
Privacy Commissioner puts social media giants on notice with strict new privacy rules
Australian Privacy Commissioner releases strict new guidance for social media platforms on handling personal data for age checks under the upcoming SMMA scheme.
By Henry Ea - 2 min read
Court rules police strip search power abused on ‘industrial level’
The NSW Supreme Court has delivered a landmark judgment that ultimately invalidates the systemic strip search practices of NSW Police at music festivals.
By Henry Ea - 4 min read
NSW Government introduces legislation to rename magistrates as judges
NSW updates Local Court Act 2007, renaming magistrates as judges to reflect legal expertise and honour the role in Australia’s busiest court system.
By Francisco Silva - 1 min read
65 new positions open at the ODPP
NSW ODPP expands with 65 new legal roles to ease caseloads, boost prosecution services, and support staff wellbeing across the justice system.
By Francisco Silva - 1 min read
“An enormous betrayal of trust”: Erin Patterson sentenced to life with 33 years non-parole
Erin Patterson sentenced to life with 33 years non-parole for poison-mushroom murders; judge condemns betrayal of trust and lack of remorse.
By Francisco Silva - 2 min read
Historic $475M Robodebt settlement to compensate victims for ‘crude and cruel’ scheme
The Albanese Government has reached a historic agreement to settle the Robodebt class action appeal, offering a $475 million compensation package to eligible victims of…
By Henry Ea - 2 min read
Specialist Accreditation Conference: “An ongoing pursuit of excellence”
450 delegates, including esteemed members of the profession and judicial officers, gathered at the International Convention Centre (ICC) for day one of the Specialist Accreditation…
By Henry Ea and Wendy Yang - 5 min read
PNG Chief Justice celebrates golden jubilee and judicial partnership
In a special address at the Federal Court of Australia, Chief Justice Sir Gibuma Gibbs Salika of Papua New Guinea (PNG) commemorated the nation’s upcoming…
By Henry Ea - 4 min read
“A moral affront”: Folbigg’s lawyer slams $2 million payout
Kathleen Folbigg’s long fight for justice has taken another contentious turn, as the Attorney General decided on a $2 million ex gratia compensation payment –…
By Henry Ea - 2 min read