http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/ Thinking articles from www.corrs.com.au http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/building-the-ties-that-bind/ When heads of government gather to discuss global policy, almost as much goes on behind the scenes as in the high level meetings. Thu, 20 Jun 2013 11:46:04 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/building-the-ties-that-bind/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/pharmaceutical-trade-marks-case-law-round-up-for-2012-early-2013/ A brief wrap-up of recent decisions relating to trade marks in the pharma space from the EU, the United States and Australia. Tue, 23 Apr 2013 11:28:18 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/pharmaceutical-trade-marks-case-law-round-up-for-2012-early-2013/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/carbon-tax-imminent-deadlines-or-risk-1-7m-penalty/ Despite regulatory uncertainty, businesses must heed June 2013 deadline for emissions reporting and surrender or risk severe penalties. Wed, 05 Jun 2013 14:06:54 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/carbon-tax-imminent-deadlines-or-risk-1-7m-penalty/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/striking-the-balance-financing-ppps-with-government-contributions/ How can governments maximise cost savings while retaining the risk transfer and performance incentives associated with private finance? Fri, 31 May 2013 10:25:50 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/striking-the-balance-financing-ppps-with-government-contributions/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/positioning-australia-in-the-asian-century-to-navigate-through-uncertain-times/ How do we position Australia for the Asian Century and navigate uncertain times ahead? The answer is in business opportunities the Asian Century will bring and in partnerships of many kinds. Wed, 29 May 2013 14:44:50 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/positioning-australia-in-the-asian-century-to-navigate-through-uncertain-times/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/byo-biomass-bioenergy-production-in-the-agribusiness-sector/ Agricultural by-products are tipped to become a pivotal source of renewable energy in the future. Mon, 27 May 2013 10:14:12 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/byo-biomass-bioenergy-production-in-the-agribusiness-sector/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/don-t-be-caught-out-in-your-m-and-a-negotiations-by-bid-rigging-or-misleading-conduct/ Those involved in M&As should be on full alert as more allegations of bid-rigging emerge. Mon, 27 May 2013 13:56:08 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/don-t-be-caught-out-in-your-m-and-a-negotiations-by-bid-rigging-or-misleading-conduct/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/changes-to-the-jorc-code-a-new-world-order-in-resources-reporting/ From December 2013, listed resources stocks must change their reporting of exploration results, minerals and ore reserves. Fri, 24 May 2013 12:00:44 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/changes-to-the-jorc-code-a-new-world-order-in-resources-reporting/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/tips-for-australian-brand-owners-recent-case-law-on-maintaining-your-trade-mark-registrations-in-europe/ Australian brand owners that have registered trade marks in Europe must heed a recent decision on the continuing requirement of trade mark use. Tue, 23 Apr 2013 11:22:37 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/tips-for-australian-brand-owners-recent-case-law-on-maintaining-your-trade-mark-registrations-in-europe/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/constitutional-recognition-of-local-government-a-much-needed-reform/ Local governments must be recognised in the Constitution to ensure their ongoing financial security. But don’t bet on a successful referendum. Wed, 22 May 2013 12:17:46 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/constitutional-recognition-of-local-government-a-much-needed-reform/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/ip-for-free-a-quirky-idea-that-reinvents-innovation/ Companies spend billions protecting their IP, but now one of the world’s largest is bucking the trend and giving free access to some of its patents. Tue, 21 May 2013 13:43:10 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/ip-for-free-a-quirky-idea-that-reinvents-innovation/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/drones-and-driverless-trucks-and-lhds-automation-is-the-future-of-australian-mining/ The automated future of mining is here, but beware the commercial risks that arise with new technologies. Fri, 17 May 2013 09:39:27 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/drones-and-driverless-trucks-and-lhds-automation-is-the-future-of-australian-mining/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/asia-employment-law-quarterly-review/ Staying abreast of employment law changes can be challenging and in the chapter on Australia’s regime we provide comment on anticipated developments in 2013 and review some of the major changes of 2012. Mon, 13 May 2013 15:07:04 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/asia-employment-law-quarterly-review/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/a-fairer-fire-levy-in-victoria-not-so-for-commercial-property-owners-and-their-tenants/ Victoria’s new fire levy aims to be a fair regime for all property owners, but it could prove more costly for owners and tenants of large commercial and industrial buildings. Wed, 15 May 2013 16:20:13 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/a-fairer-fire-levy-in-victoria-not-so-for-commercial-property-owners-and-their-tenants/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/fame-of-purex-mark-counts-against-it-in-new-zealand-trade-mark-opposition/ The fact that Pepscanz’ PUREX mark is well known in New Zealand was held against it in this recent opposition decision - why? Tue, 23 Apr 2013 11:28:04 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/fame-of-purex-mark-counts-against-it-in-new-zealand-trade-mark-opposition/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/infrastructure-early-stage-tax-losses-welcome-reform-but-issues-remain/ The draft legislation on tax loss incentives for infrastructure projects is welcome, but gaps remain. Wed, 15 May 2013 14:45:49 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/infrastructure-early-stage-tax-losses-welcome-reform-but-issues-remain/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/the-business-case-for-sustainable-development-in-the-asian-century/ The transformation of the Asian region into the economic powerhouse of the world is not only unstoppable, it is gathering pace. Tue, 14 May 2013 14:28:55 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/the-business-case-for-sustainable-development-in-the-asian-century/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/federal-budget-2013-14-a-tough-one-for-business-especially-multinational-business/ What are the most significant tax measures that will impact the business bottom line? Mon, 13 May 2013 11:18:15 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/federal-budget-2013-14-a-tough-one-for-business-especially-multinational-business/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/the-pressure-cooker-that-is-australias-commercial-property-market/ Development sites are scarcer and the risks are getting higher. Wed, 24 Apr 2013 17:15:04 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/the-pressure-cooker-that-is-australias-commercial-property-market/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/will-a-single-state-planning-policy-change-anything-in-queensland/ Queensland’s new state planning policy promises simplicity, but can it deliver? Thu, 02 May 2013 14:31:32 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/will-a-single-state-planning-policy-change-anything-in-queensland/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/do-resources-companies-have-to-compensate-land-owners-for-their-time/ Do Queensland land owners have a right to compensation for the time they spend negotiating conduct and compensation agreements? Mon, 29 Apr 2013 12:15:26 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/do-resources-companies-have-to-compensate-land-owners-for-their-time/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/breathing-life-into-the-asian-century-white-paper/ A new Implementation Plan sets out the paths of action and time-frames to achieve the Australia in the Asian Century White Paper’s 25 key objectives. Wed, 24 Apr 2013 10:47:25 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/breathing-life-into-the-asian-century-white-paper/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/engagement-with-sub-national-governments-in-asia/ Sub-national governments provide important linkages in our growing integration with Asia and provide often unseen opportunities. Wed, 24 Apr 2013 17:26:05 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/engagement-with-sub-national-governments-in-asia/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/china-where-to-from-here/ China's rapid development is a global opportunity for economic benefit, but accessing these opportunities will require a lot of work and the breaking down of regulatory barriers. Wed, 24 Apr 2013 18:46:45 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/china-where-to-from-here/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/flng-in-the-greater-sunrise-basin-can-gary-gray-make-a-difference/ Can the new Minister for Resources and Energy help break the deadlock over the massive Greater Sunrise Basin gas field? Wed, 17 Apr 2013 10:48:18 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/flng-in-the-greater-sunrise-basin-can-gary-gray-make-a-difference/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/hih-offers-yet-another-lesson-for-investors-this-time-on-the-dangers-of-convertible-notes/ Holders of HIH (NZ) convertible notes have little hope of recovering any of their investment. But it didn’t have to end this way… Thu, 11 Apr 2013 13:47:23 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/hih-offers-yet-another-lesson-for-investors-this-time-on-the-dangers-of-convertible-notes/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/linking-the-australian-and-eu-carbon-markets-an-overview-of-how-when-and-what-this-means-for-business/ A one-way link between Australia’s CPM and the EU's emissions trading scheme has now been legislated. Is this good news for business? Wed, 28 Nov 2012 17:33:14 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/linking-the-australian-and-eu-carbon-markets-an-overview-of-how-when-and-what-this-means-for-business/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/new-fair-work-act-amendments-ignore-greenfields-agreements-strife/ Deadlocks between unions and employers over greenfields agreements will persist and investment will suffer. Tue, 16 Apr 2013 08:59:17 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/new-fair-work-act-amendments-ignore-greenfields-agreements-strife/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/can-the-nsw-planning-system-change-its-spots/ The NSW Government has released the White Paper on its proposed new planning system. Tue, 16 Apr 2013 15:14:25 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/can-the-nsw-planning-system-change-its-spots/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/environmental-finance-a-new-way-to-finance-your-building-retrofit/ A new lending product is incentivising property owners to upgrade the environmental efficiency of their existing buildings. Wed, 10 Apr 2013 14:47:44 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/environmental-finance-a-new-way-to-finance-your-building-retrofit/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/financing-australias-shale-gas-revolution/ Shale gas promises to revolutionise world energy markets. But what is its future in Australia? Fri, 12 Apr 2013 09:58:07 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/financing-australias-shale-gas-revolution/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/avoid-social-media-folly-seafolly-v-madden-case-study-and-our-top-tips/ What happens when a company vents their frustration about a competitor on Facebook? How does the law respond? Learnings from Seafolly v Madden. Thu, 04 Apr 2013 12:21:34 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/avoid-social-media-folly-seafolly-v-madden-case-study-and-our-top-tips/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/what-do-productivity-performance-contracts-and-a-bank-fee-dispute-have-in-common/ Performance based contracts could play a major role in boosting Australia’s productivity, but a court decision may threaten their future. Thu, 14 Mar 2013 11:47:25 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/what-do-productivity-performance-contracts-and-a-bank-fee-dispute-have-in-common/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/beyond-the-hubris-why-foreign-investment-matters/ Foreign direct investment into Australia fell by 26% last year. What’s happened to Australia’s golden status as a preferred investment location? Tue, 02 Apr 2013 10:55:50 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/beyond-the-hubris-why-foreign-investment-matters/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/chinese-outbound-investment-the-growing-sophistication-of-china-s-go-global-policy/ China seems to be committed to its Go Global Policy and increasingly adept at managing legitimate competing policy objectives. Mon, 18 Mar 2013 10:06:35 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/chinese-outbound-investment-the-growing-sophistication-of-china-s-go-global-policy/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/joffe-decision-clarifies-insider-trading-laws/ A recent court decision on insider trading has important consequences for financial markets participants in Australia. Wed, 13 Mar 2013 10:15:43 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/joffe-decision-clarifies-insider-trading-laws/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/anti-dumping-reforms-are-barking-up-the-wrong-tree/ Dumping is not illegal and tougher anti-dumping measures will not save Australia’s manufacturers. Mon, 11 Mar 2013 10:56:32 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/anti-dumping-reforms-are-barking-up-the-wrong-tree/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/executive-remuneration-results-of-spill-meetings-put-effectiveness-of-two-strikes-in-question/ The ‘two strikes’ rule is costing companies and failing shareholders. It’s time for a rethink. Thu, 07 Mar 2013 10:24:58 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/executive-remuneration-results-of-spill-meetings-put-effectiveness-of-two-strikes-in-question/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/privacy-laws-are-affecting-australias-cloud-industry/ Cloud computing providers are struggling to determine their obligations under Australia’s Privacy Act. Wed, 06 Mar 2013 17:10:37 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/privacy-laws-are-affecting-australias-cloud-industry/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/can-a-pebble-help-build-australias-project-finance-market/ Can an innovative financing structure for greenfield projects in Europe be replicated in Australia? Mon, 04 Mar 2013 13:51:59 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/can-a-pebble-help-build-australias-project-finance-market/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/the-cartels-and-leniency-review/ Corrs has contributed to the inaugural edition of “The Cartels and Leniency Review”, which covers established law and policy in 26 jurisdictions around the world and also discusses emerging and unsettled issues. Mon, 18 Feb 2013 10:35:29 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/the-cartels-and-leniency-review/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/chinese-investment-a-tale-of-two-deals/ In a fragile M&A market anxious about deal completion risk, how can Chinese investors give confidence to Australian targets and investors? Fri, 01 Mar 2013 09:40:39 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/chinese-investment-a-tale-of-two-deals/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/land-access-and-compensation-pitfalls-who-is-an-occupier/ Planned amendments to Queensland’s definition of "occupier" will not fix the current ambiguity and resources companies will still face land access risks. Mon, 04 Mar 2013 11:23:10 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/land-access-and-compensation-pitfalls-who-is-an-occupier/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/stronger-partnership-pathways-to-a-closer-partnership/ It is important to deepen Australia-Japan relationships outside of government, including through greater economic investment and greater collaboration in developing infrastructure in the region. Mon, 18 Mar 2013 12:04:59 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/stronger-partnership-pathways-to-a-closer-partnership/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/productivity-commission-review-a-ray-of-hope-for-major-projects/ Could reform be on the way for Australia’s infamous major projects approval regime? Tue, 26 Feb 2013 10:45:41 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/productivity-commission-review-a-ray-of-hope-for-major-projects/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/beware-stamp-duty-traps-when-transferring-economic-benefits/ Transferring the economic benefits of land should not trigger stamp duty, but sometimes it can... Wed, 27 Feb 2013 11:12:12 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/beware-stamp-duty-traps-when-transferring-economic-benefits/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/call-option-nominations-poor-drafting-can-hurt/ Call options over land are well understood but poor drafting of documents can have damaging consequences. Mon, 25 Feb 2013 14:56:40 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/call-option-nominations-poor-drafting-can-hurt/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/putting-out-the-welcome-mat-to-foreign-pension-and-sovereign-wealth-funds-mit-withholding-tax-changes/ Foreign pension funds and sovereign wealth funds investing in Australian managed trusts will soon have access to the 15% concessional tax rate. Tue, 26 Feb 2013 14:14:19 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/putting-out-the-welcome-mat-to-foreign-pension-and-sovereign-wealth-funds-mit-withholding-tax-changes/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/australia-s-ever-increasing-role-in-trade-and-investment-in-asia/ Guest speaker at The Australian Club's International Table luncheon, Corrs Partner and CEO John W. H. Denton spoke of Australia's ever increasing role in trade and investment in Asia. Tue, 05 Mar 2013 11:24:16 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/australia-s-ever-increasing-role-in-trade-and-investment-in-asia/ http://www.corrs.com.au/publications/corrs-in-brief/board-paper-annotations-and-directors-notes-to-keep-or-not-to-keep-that-is-the-question/ The introduction of electronic board papers into the boardroom is an excellent time to reconsider your policies around the destruction of physical and electronic board paper annotations and directors’ notes. Fri, 15 Feb 2013 12:08:30 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/publications/corrs-in-brief/board-paper-annotations-and-directors-notes-to-keep-or-not-to-keep-that-is-the-question/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/australias-new-anti-dumping-commission-shuffling-deckchairs-on-the-titanic/ Will Australia’s new anti-dumping policeman save Australian manufacturing? Thu, 21 Feb 2013 15:15:22 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/australias-new-anti-dumping-commission-shuffling-deckchairs-on-the-titanic/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/helicopters-protestors-and-picket-lines-its-a-lot-of-loud-noise-all-directed-at-the-construction-industry/ Industrial disputes in the construction sector are making front page news. Don’t let it happen to you. Fri, 15 Feb 2013 11:24:14 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/helicopters-protestors-and-picket-lines-its-a-lot-of-loud-noise-all-directed-at-the-construction-industry/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/australia-turns-up-the-heat-on-large-and-multinational-taxpayers/ The government’s announcement that it wants greater transparency around the tax activities of large businesses and multinationals reveals a suspicion that it’s missing out on tax revenue it ought to be getting. Thu, 14 Feb 2013 15:23:45 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/australia-turns-up-the-heat-on-large-and-multinational-taxpayers/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/ready-for-take-off-creating-a-more-creditor-friendly-insolvency-regime-for-australian-aviation-finance/ Australia has signed an international agreement that should lead to cheaper and easier financing of aircraft…but there’s a catch. Fri, 08 Feb 2013 16:54:16 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/ready-for-take-off-creating-a-more-creditor-friendly-insolvency-regime-for-australian-aviation-finance/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/collins-inquiry-into-construction-insolvency-part-2-safeguarding-sub-contractor-payments/ Are payment trust accounts and a stronger Security of Payments Act the answer to construction sector insolvencies? Thu, 07 Feb 2013 16:53:33 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/collins-inquiry-into-construction-insolvency-part-2-safeguarding-sub-contractor-payments/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/asian-century-challenges-for-australian-business/ The Asian Century White Paper poses a number of opportunities and challenges for Australian businesses. Tue, 05 Mar 2013 17:04:29 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/asian-century-challenges-for-australian-business/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/collins-inquiry-into-construction-insolvency-part-1-red-tape-or-solving-an-economic-challenge/ Recommendations from the Collins Inquiry have far reaching consequences for NSW’s construction sector. Thu, 07 Feb 2013 16:52:45 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/collins-inquiry-into-construction-insolvency-part-1-red-tape-or-solving-an-economic-challenge/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/financing-projects-in-hard-times-export-credit-agencies-are-the-smart-alternative/ Export Credit Agencies are big players in project financing and they offer sponsors many benefits. Mon, 04 Feb 2013 16:41:32 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/financing-projects-in-hard-times-export-credit-agencies-are-the-smart-alternative/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/solving-australias-mining-productivity-problem/ Australia can restore its competitive edge in resources but it requires serious reform. Mon, 04 Feb 2013 13:21:16 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/solving-australias-mining-productivity-problem/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/high-yield-bonds-term-loan-b-facilities-are-they-a-realistic-option-for-australian-sub-investment-grade-borrowers/ More Australian companies than ever are issuing bonds to raise debt funding, but why are some companies locked out of the market? Wed, 30 Jan 2013 10:22:45 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/high-yield-bonds-term-loan-b-facilities-are-they-a-realistic-option-for-australian-sub-investment-grade-borrowers/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/will-the-asian-century-be-the-rebirth-or-death-of-australian-manufacturing/ A rising Asia is both an opportunity and a threat to Australian manufacturers and not all will survive. Tue, 22 Jan 2013 11:21:33 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/will-the-asian-century-be-the-rebirth-or-death-of-australian-manufacturing/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/reverse-break-fees-payable-upfront-the-new-name-of-the-prc-manda-game/ An innovative structure of paying reverse break fees as an upfront deposit provides targets with some protection from the risk of bidders walking away from a deal. Mon, 14 Jan 2013 11:20:06 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/reverse-break-fees-payable-upfront-the-new-name-of-the-prc-manda-game/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/boehringer-ingelheim-a-welcome-decision-for-pharmaceutical-brand-owners/ Pharmaceutical brand owners have cause to celebrate following a recent decision regarding the trade mark applications for marks incorporating INN stems in class 5. Mon, 17 Dec 2012 15:54:27 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/boehringer-ingelheim-a-welcome-decision-for-pharmaceutical-brand-owners/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/australia-s-irrational-approach-to-trade-with-china/ Is Australia jeopardising its goal of free trade with China for the sake of short term protectionism? Wed, 12 Dec 2012 17:12:37 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/australia-s-irrational-approach-to-trade-with-china/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/asia-diversity-and-discrimination-traffic-lights-2012/ Successfully managing a diverse workforce throughout the employment life cycle in Asia's varied jurisdictions presents many challenges. Mon, 13 May 2013 15:17:29 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/asia-diversity-and-discrimination-traffic-lights-2012/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/sow-a-character-reap-a-destiny/ Canada’s new policy on investment by State Owned Enterprises is a timely reminder that there is no monopoly on securing Chinese capital. Tue, 11 Dec 2012 15:30:37 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/sow-a-character-reap-a-destiny/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/the-right-people-doing-the-right-work/ New draft guidelines on legal process outsourcing will help many organisations unlock the opportunities available. Greater clarity makes this an easier step to take. Thu, 01 Nov 2012 14:59:43 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/the-right-people-doing-the-right-work/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/transfer-pricing-and-part-iva-taxpayers-are-winning-the-battles-but-losing-the-war/ The Commissioner of Taxation has successfully lobbied for reforms to the transfer pricing regime and Part IVA. Can taxpayers fight back? Wed, 05 Dec 2012 15:54:48 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/transfer-pricing-and-part-iva-taxpayers-are-winning-the-battles-but-losing-the-war/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/hydro-tasmania-the-benevolent-monopolist/ Tasmania has opened up its electricity market to new retailers, but will anyone come to the party? Thu, 06 Dec 2012 11:54:16 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/hydro-tasmania-the-benevolent-monopolist/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/australia-will-ramp-up-anti-bribery-and-corruption-enforcement-after-oecd-criticism/ The Australian Government is ramping up efforts to identify and prosecute incidents of bribery and corruption. Companies must be aware of the upcoming changes and be ready for them. Fri, 23 Nov 2012 11:05:20 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/australia-will-ramp-up-anti-bribery-and-corruption-enforcement-after-oecd-criticism/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/energy-white-paper-2012-managing-peak-electricity-demand-who-should-pay-to-keep-you-cool-this-summer/ Proposed reforms to manage peak demand for electricity will be as unpopular as they are necessary. Tue, 04 Dec 2012 12:40:38 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/energy-white-paper-2012-managing-peak-electricity-demand-who-should-pay-to-keep-you-cool-this-summer/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/of-mountains-and-mole-hills-is-an-agricultural-land-register-worth-the-cost/ A register of foreign-owned agricultural land is unwarranted and will do nothing to diminish community concerns. Mon, 03 Dec 2012 14:32:54 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/of-mountains-and-mole-hills-is-an-agricultural-land-register-worth-the-cost/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/the-australian-economy-and-opportunities-for-greater-engagement-with-asia/ Corrs Partner and CEO John W. H. Denton participated as a guest of the Australian Government in a round table discussion in New Delhi that focused on the opportunities for greater engagement between Australian and India. Wed, 05 Dec 2012 16:20:48 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/the-australian-economy-and-opportunities-for-greater-engagement-with-asia/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/climate-change-authority-proposes-a-more-stable-future-for-ret-scheme/ Policy stability is crucial to renewable energy investors. The CCA understands this but can it deliver with an election looming next year? Fri, 30 Nov 2012 11:52:10 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/climate-change-authority-proposes-a-more-stable-future-for-ret-scheme/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/the-future-of-the-asia-pacific-economy/ Corrs Partner and CEO John W. H. Denton took part in a discussion on “The Future of the Asia Pacific Economy” at an Alliance 21 event held in Sydney. Fri, 07 Dec 2012 12:43:38 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/the-future-of-the-asia-pacific-economy/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/energy-white-paper-2012-the-challenge-of-transforming-to-a-clean-energy-future/ Are the White Paper’s bold predictions for a clean energy future viable, particularly given the reliance on carbon capture and storage? Thu, 29 Nov 2012 11:06:06 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/energy-white-paper-2012-the-challenge-of-transforming-to-a-clean-energy-future/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/our-place-in-the-asian-century-southeast-asia-as-the-third-way/ Corrs Partner and CEO John W. H. Denton participated in a Panel Discussion in response to the Australia in the Asian Century White Paper and the launch of the Asialink Report: Our place in the Asian Century: Southeast Asia as ‘The Third Way’. Mon, 03 Dec 2012 15:20:00 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/our-place-in-the-asian-century-southeast-asia-as-the-third-way/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/the-good-the-bad-and-the-ugly-reflecting-on-transfer-pricing-developments-in-2012/ Australia’s transfer pricing landscape has been transformed. While some changes are positive, other aspects are positively alarming. Wed, 28 Nov 2012 14:20:36 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/the-good-the-bad-and-the-ugly-reflecting-on-transfer-pricing-developments-in-2012/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/new-environmental-assessment-reforms-are-controversial-but-ultimately-sensible/ Industry and environmental groups are polarised over reforms to streamline approvals for large projects. Who’s right? Wed, 28 Nov 2012 16:46:12 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/new-environmental-assessment-reforms-are-controversial-but-ultimately-sensible/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/east-meets-west-in-vladivostok/ A look at Australian-Russian ties - political, economic, educational, sporting, and even dessert - to mark the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Canberra and Moscow (in English and Russian). Mon, 26 Nov 2012 16:21:01 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/east-meets-west-in-vladivostok/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/why-cross-cultural-leadership-is-essential-for-asian-century-success/ Corrs Partner and CEO John W. H. Denton outlines what Australia should be doing to build the cross-cultural leadership and literacy skills necessary to succeed in the Asian Century. Thu, 29 Nov 2012 12:13:41 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/why-cross-cultural-leadership-is-essential-for-asian-century-success/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/joint-ventures-are-a-smart-way-for-local-governments-to-beat-funding-constraints/ Queensland local governments have an ace up their sleeve when it comes to raising funds for critical infrastructure. Thu, 22 Nov 2012 10:38:33 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/joint-ventures-are-a-smart-way-for-local-governments-to-beat-funding-constraints/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/influencing-the-asian-century-and-strengthening-relations-with-taiwan/ Australia and Taiwan have highly complementary economies, mutual interests and good prospects for the future, but the relationship requires more investment and integration. Fri, 23 Nov 2012 10:42:31 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/influencing-the-asian-century-and-strengthening-relations-with-taiwan/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/china-australia-and-asean-a-new-dynamic-for-future-growth/ Australia can build on existing supply chain arrangements, capital flows, infrastructure requirements and relationships to create a new dynamic for our region. Wed, 21 Nov 2012 11:20:58 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/china-australia-and-asean-a-new-dynamic-for-future-growth/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/chinese-investment-a-new-bolder-approach/ China’s private investment firms are emerging as a global investment force, but how does their investment approach compare to their state-owned cousins? Mon, 19 Nov 2012 08:43:28 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/chinese-investment-a-new-bolder-approach/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/a-refocused-tax-treaty-network-is-key-to-achieving-the-asian-century-vision/ Australia must urgently refocus its tax treaty network towards Asia if it is to compete with Hong Kong and Singapore as a regional investment hub. Tue, 20 Nov 2012 14:53:50 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/a-refocused-tax-treaty-network-is-key-to-achieving-the-asian-century-vision/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/new-principles-for-privacy-compliance-is-key-to-new-privacy-laws/ Proposed changes to Australian privacy laws will have significant impacts on business, some of which they may not be expecting. Thu, 01 Nov 2012 15:42:28 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/new-principles-for-privacy-compliance-is-key-to-new-privacy-laws/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/is-victorias-landholder-duty-a-new-tax-on-development-in-that-state/ Victoria’s new landholder duty regime will squeeze property developers’ profits and may deter new investment in the state. Tue, 13 Nov 2012 14:48:59 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/is-victorias-landholder-duty-a-new-tax-on-development-in-that-state/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/energy-white-paper-will-australias-high-cost-disease-prove-terminal/ When it comes to energy it's too easy to assume Australia is sitting pretty. Mon, 12 Nov 2012 15:46:26 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/energy-white-paper-will-australias-high-cost-disease-prove-terminal/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/chinas-aging-population/ China's one child policy is showing its long term impact with an aging population. But other factors can off set some of this impact. Wed, 29 Aug 2012 10:50:43 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/chinas-aging-population/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/is-australias-foreign-investment-policy-shifting-and-will-state-owned-enterprises-need-approval-for-every-investment-they-make/ Foreign SOEs may soon need approval to make any investment in Australia - no matter how small. Mon, 05 Nov 2012 12:35:51 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/is-australias-foreign-investment-policy-shifting-and-will-state-owned-enterprises-need-approval-for-every-investment-they-make/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/law-firms-must-develop-asian-capabilities/ Opinion piece published in The Australian Financial Review on Friday 2 November by Asian Century White Paper panel member and Corrs CEO John W. H. Denton. Tue, 13 Nov 2012 09:58:00 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/law-firms-must-develop-asian-capabilities/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/still-the-lucky-country/ The geopolitical shifts associated with the Asian Century bring significant consequences and challenges. We have less to fear than current commentary would suggest because we are in the right place at the right time. Wed, 31 Oct 2012 16:49:45 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/still-the-lucky-country/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/just-how-good-is-your-anti-corruption-and-bribery-policy-will-it-save-you-from-court/ Companies must protect themselves with a robust anti-corruption and bribery program that if needed will stand up to investigation and prosecution. Fri, 19 Oct 2012 11:21:37 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/just-how-good-is-your-anti-corruption-and-bribery-policy-will-it-save-you-from-court/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/capabilities-the-key-to-connection/ The Asian Century White Paper sets 25 national goals, but two stand out. The connections we make with Asia and the capabilities we need to do that. Fri, 26 Oct 2012 16:02:56 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/capabilities-the-key-to-connection/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/a-snapshot-of-the-asian-century-white-paper/ Thriving in the Asian Century will require a clear plan to seize the opportunities it will bring. Fri, 26 Oct 2012 15:20:01 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/a-snapshot-of-the-asian-century-white-paper/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/success-in-the-asian-century-a-coachs-lesson/ Business leaders should care most about Australia's integration with Asia. Fri, 26 Oct 2012 15:36:45 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/success-in-the-asian-century-a-coachs-lesson/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/surfing-the-wave-of-the-asian-century/ Opinion piece published in The Australian on Saturday 27 October by Asian Century White Paper panel member and Corrs CEO John W. H. Denton. Fri, 26 Oct 2012 16:16:22 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/surfing-the-wave-of-the-asian-century/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/managed-funds-in-the-asian-century-a-real-opportunity-for-australia/ Australia may have missed the opportunity to become the Asia Pacific financial services hub, but not the beacon of best practice. Sun, 28 Oct 2012 11:49:20 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/managed-funds-in-the-asian-century-a-real-opportunity-for-australia/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/telecommunications-regulation-and-opportunity-in-myanmar/ Australia has much to offer as Asia travels its journey of industrialisation, urbanisation and growth. Sun, 28 Oct 2012 12:35:14 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/telecommunications-regulation-and-opportunity-in-myanmar/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/reform-in-china/ The world watches reform in China closely. Some perceive that slower economic growth has an impact on reform. Is there a trade-off between the two? Fri, 24 Aug 2012 11:48:01 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/reform-in-china/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/islamic-finance-in-australia-part-3-whats-stopping-islamic-finance-flourishing-down-under-and-what-must-be-done/ Apathy and a lack of understanding are stopping Australia rising to become an important Islamic finance hub in Asia Pacific. Thu, 25 Oct 2012 10:19:06 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/islamic-finance-in-australia-part-3-whats-stopping-islamic-finance-flourishing-down-under-and-what-must-be-done/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/engaging-with-asia-are-australia-s-law-firms-ready/ While opportunity abounds for Australia’s law firms to capitalise on growing trade and investment flows, success will be elusive in the absence of proper engagement. Wed, 24 Oct 2012 10:19:10 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/engaging-with-asia-are-australia-s-law-firms-ready/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/are-the-retrospective-transfer-pricing-measures-unconstitutional/ The Government’s willingness to introduce tax laws with retrospective effect creates fertile ground for a constitutional challenge. Thu, 18 Oct 2012 10:13:10 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/are-the-retrospective-transfer-pricing-measures-unconstitutional/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/balanced-growth-in-china/ China's growth has been born out of market imbalances. So what does it mean for China to have a goal of balanced growth? Wed, 29 Aug 2012 11:27:07 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/balanced-growth-in-china/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/communities-pay-for-polluters-in-queensland/ Queensland’s State Government is seeking to deregulate a raft of polluting industrial activities, leaving local councils to pay for the clean up. Thu, 18 Oct 2012 17:50:49 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/communities-pay-for-polluters-in-queensland/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/time-for-australian-and-new-zealand-trade-mark-law-to-get-up-to-speed/ The development of trade mark law in Australia and New Zealand lags behind the UK and Europe. We can learn much from the overseas experience to gain better outcomes for brand owners here. Thu, 30 Aug 2012 11:23:48 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/time-for-australian-and-new-zealand-trade-mark-law-to-get-up-to-speed/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/investing-in-africa-via-australia-why-it-makes-sense/ Chinese investors are seeking out Australian mining companies with African operations as a simplified way to access Africa’s mineral wealth. Because Australian miners have a valuable asset, too - a good reputation. Thu, 11 Oct 2012 14:24:04 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/investing-in-africa-via-australia-why-it-makes-sense/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/china-and-india/ Analysts often liken China and India in terms of growth. But the two are growing differently. Are there lessons here? Wed, 29 Aug 2012 10:56:16 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/china-and-india/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/renewable-energy-is-20-by-2020-really-achievable/ The NSW Government is committed to 20% renewable energy by 2020 but are the State’s environmental and planning laws a roadblock to renewable energy development? Tue, 09 Oct 2012 10:05:47 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/renewable-energy-is-20-by-2020-really-achievable/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/old-habits-die-hard-building-information-modelling-saves-time-and-money-so-why-is-it-being-ignored/ Realising the power of Building Information Modelling requires a rethink of construction contracts. Mon, 08 Oct 2012 09:30:12 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/old-habits-die-hard-building-information-modelling-saves-time-and-money-so-why-is-it-being-ignored/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/shareholder-engagement-has-the-agm-had-its-day/ Annual general meetings are on the brink of being made optional. But will they really be scrapped? Wed, 03 Oct 2012 14:35:09 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/shareholder-engagement-has-the-agm-had-its-day/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/kate-middleton-obtains-injunction-in-relation-to-topless-photos-but-can-the-palace-contain-further-publication-of-the-images-in-the-digital-age/ The unauthorised pictures of the Duchess come at a time of renewed debate on privacy laws in the UK and when privacy reform in Australia is imminent. Thu, 04 Oct 2012 16:27:03 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/kate-middleton-obtains-injunction-in-relation-to-topless-photos-but-can-the-palace-contain-further-publication-of-the-images-in-the-digital-age/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/a-win-for-common-sense-not-a-blow-to-continuous-disclosure-but-perhaps-its-time-for-a-new-way-forward/ The Fortescue decision throws doubt on whether ASIC is the right body to make decisions about continuous disclosure. Wed, 03 Oct 2012 13:47:43 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/a-win-for-common-sense-not-a-blow-to-continuous-disclosure-but-perhaps-its-time-for-a-new-way-forward/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/islamic-finance-in-australia-part-2-islamic-finance-opportunities-down-under/ This is the second instalment in a series of articles looking at Islamic finance as an emerging opportunity on the Australian financial services landscape. Tue, 02 Oct 2012 15:26:47 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/islamic-finance-in-australia-part-2-islamic-finance-opportunities-down-under/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/green-light-for-mining-and-csg-but-at-what-cost-to-developers-and-the-environment/ The NSW Government’s Strategic Regional Land Use Policy offers little protection to farmers and the environment and manages to add costs and delays to coal and CSG projects. Fri, 28 Sep 2012 11:53:50 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/green-light-for-mining-and-csg-but-at-what-cost-to-developers-and-the-environment/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/the-significance-of-inflation-in-china/ Inflation is a key economic indicator for China. Chinese leadership is keen to keep it under control for the sake of social stability. Wed, 29 Aug 2012 10:47:37 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/the-significance-of-inflation-in-china/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/will-justice-be-served-if-losers-pay-in-planning-and-environment-appeals/ Local governments and community groups may be the real losers under proposed reforms to Queensland’s Planning and Environment Court. Wed, 26 Sep 2012 10:28:16 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/will-justice-be-served-if-losers-pay-in-planning-and-environment-appeals/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/opportunities-for-financial-services-in-the-asian-century/ The opportunities for financial services in the Asian Century are significant, but so are the challenges, especially in terms of regulation. Thu, 18 Oct 2012 15:13:08 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/opportunities-for-financial-services-in-the-asian-century/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/slower-growth-in-china/ Is China's phenomenal growth slowing? And if it is, what does that mean for the rest of the world? Wed, 29 Aug 2012 11:11:20 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/slower-growth-in-china/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/preparing-business-for-the-asian-century/ The Government's White Paper on Australia in the Asian Century outlines what the country needs to do to succeed in this challenge. John Denton looks at what business can do. Thu, 27 Sep 2012 19:03:24 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/preparing-business-for-the-asian-century/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/food-glorious-food/ The fact is that without foreign investment in Australia’s agriculture sector, we can kiss goodbye the opportunity to become an important food bowl for Asia and the world. Fri, 14 Sep 2012 11:00:22 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/food-glorious-food/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/good-grounds-for-bad-faith/ Overseas brand owners have a potent ground to challenge trade mark filings by unconnected local businesses in Australia under the bad faith ground. Thu, 30 Aug 2012 10:50:12 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/good-grounds-for-bad-faith/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/andrews-v-anz-do-all-contracts-need-to-be-rethought/ The true impact of August’s High Court decision in Andrews v ANZ is yet to be unleashed. Thu, 13 Sep 2012 10:16:09 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/andrews-v-anz-do-all-contracts-need-to-be-rethought/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/mediation-arbitration-is-there-a-method-or-is-it-madness/ Mediation-Arbitration is a dispute resolution method on the rise in Asia – but is it worth jumping on the bandwagon? Wed, 12 Sep 2012 14:21:49 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/mediation-arbitration-is-there-a-method-or-is-it-madness/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/social-benefit-bonds-make-a-difference-and-a-profit/ Can a program to reduce the number of children in foster care ever be an appealing investment proposition for the private sector? The NSW government thinks so. Mon, 03 Sep 2012 13:49:35 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/social-benefit-bonds-make-a-difference-and-a-profit/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/rmb-currency-reforms-gather-strength/ As the Chinese government continues its reform, increasing numbers of Australian companies are discovering the benefits of trading in RMB. Fri, 24 Aug 2012 11:35:29 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/rmb-currency-reforms-gather-strength/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/new-asx-placement-rules-for-small-to-mid-caps-will-they-work/ Junior miners on the ASX can now raise more capital via private placements. It’s welcome news, but there’s a catch. Fri, 24 Aug 2012 14:42:01 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/new-asx-placement-rules-for-small-to-mid-caps-will-they-work/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/prince-harry-those-naked-pictures-and-the-question-of-the-right-to-privacy-in-the-digital-age/ Is it time for Australia to review its privacy laws? Mon, 27 Aug 2012 10:24:00 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/prince-harry-those-naked-pictures-and-the-question-of-the-right-to-privacy-in-the-digital-age/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/nrl-rights-deal-confirms-there-is-still-big-money-in-sport-despite-regulatory-uncertainty-for-media-industry/ Why has the Nine Network and Fox Sports just paid $1billion for the NRL broadcast rights when those rights could be transformed overnight? Wed, 22 Aug 2012 17:42:59 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/nrl-rights-deal-confirms-there-is-still-big-money-in-sport-despite-regulatory-uncertainty-for-media-industry/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/off-shore-outsourcing-reap-the-benefits-but-avoid-the-perils/ Outsourcing business functions to lower cost countries is no longer optional for many businesses - it is a commercial imperative to stay competitive. But there are many pitfalls for the unwary. Thu, 23 Aug 2012 15:09:06 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/off-shore-outsourcing-reap-the-benefits-but-avoid-the-perils/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/don-t-wait-for-the-ato-to-come-knocking-prepare-your-tax-defence-now/ Being proactive is your best defence to an ATO challenge. Tue, 21 Aug 2012 12:30:53 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/don-t-wait-for-the-ato-to-come-knocking-prepare-your-tax-defence-now/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/welcome-to-the-asian-century/ The change brought by the Asian Century is unprecedented in terms of both speed and scope. Speaking to a group of national business leaders recently, John W. H. Denton said it is time to re-think national strategies. Fri, 19 Oct 2012 10:43:17 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/welcome-to-the-asian-century/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/enforcement-of-upstream-duties-relating-to-ohs-in-victoria-lessons-from-proportionate-liability/ This article draws on the concept of proportionate liability and proposes a similar regime whereby the upstream duties might be more regularly and diligently enforced, and therefore adhered to as an extra limb to ensuring health and safety in the wor Mon, 20 Aug 2012 13:46:55 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/enforcement-of-upstream-duties-relating-to-ohs-in-victoria-lessons-from-proportionate-liability/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/a-lower-company-tax-rate-at-what-cost/ The Government wants to cut the corporate tax rate. But tough decisions must be made and not everyone will win. Thu, 16 Aug 2012 17:19:24 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/a-lower-company-tax-rate-at-what-cost/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/got-a-tax-dispute-with-the-ato-time-may-be-ripe-to-pursue-a-resolution/ Pressure on the ATO to boost revenue has increased risks for taxpayers but also opened up opportunities to resolve outstanding cases. Thu, 16 Aug 2012 10:32:27 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/got-a-tax-dispute-with-the-ato-time-may-be-ripe-to-pursue-a-resolution/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/grey-issue-white-paper-jakarta-globe-column/ The Australian government has initiated a White Paper to understand the implications of the Asian Century. The need for understanding is mutual. Mon, 13 Aug 2012 15:50:00 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/grey-issue-white-paper-jakarta-globe-column/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/carbon-pricing-mechanism-renewable-energy-and-clean-technology/ The renewable energy and clean technology sectors will receive a substantial boost under the Government’s climate change plan. Thu, 14 Jul 2011 12:43:45 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/carbon-pricing-mechanism-renewable-energy-and-clean-technology/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/mechanics-of-the-carbon-pricing-mechanism/ The Carbon Pricing Mechanism commenced on 1 July 2012, with around 300 companies required to acquire and surrender carbon permits. Thu, 14 Jul 2011 12:44:18 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/mechanics-of-the-carbon-pricing-mechanism/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/carbon-pricing-mechanism-industry-assistance/ Various sources of financial assistance will be available for the industries that are expected to be the hardest hit by the Carbon Pricing Mechanism. Thu, 14 Jul 2011 12:37:39 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/carbon-pricing-mechanism-industry-assistance/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/brand-owners-beware-you-are-responsible-for-user-posts-on-facebook/ Companies may have to radically rethink their social media marketing as a result of decisions by the Advertising Standards Board. Thu, 09 Aug 2012 09:54:38 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/brand-owners-beware-you-are-responsible-for-user-posts-on-facebook/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/the-winning-recipe-in-tax-litigation-what-every-taxpayer-should-know/ While there is no magical formula for winning a tax case, three ingredients hold the key for taxpayer success. Thu, 09 Aug 2012 10:11:46 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/the-winning-recipe-in-tax-litigation-what-every-taxpayer-should-know/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/infrastructure-reform-in-queensland-part-3-removing-land-act-obstacles/ Queensland’s Land Act needs urgent reform to smooth the way for private developers to undertake important infrastructure projects. Wed, 08 Aug 2012 11:07:16 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/infrastructure-reform-in-queensland-part-3-removing-land-act-obstacles/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/taxpayers-beware-the-ato-tightens-the-noose-on-part-iva-tax-avoidance-cases/ Announced changes to Part IVA will remove a key defence in tax avoidance cases and add to the minefield of risk and uncertainty for taxpayers. Mon, 06 Aug 2012 10:07:56 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/taxpayers-beware-the-ato-tightens-the-noose-on-part-iva-tax-avoidance-cases/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/what-does-social-medias-prominence-mean-for-the-workplace/ Social media continues to increase in prominence in the workplace both as a social tool and also as a business tool. So what does that mean for employers? Tue, 08 May 2012 10:12:52 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/what-does-social-medias-prominence-mean-for-the-workplace/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/takeover-regulation-a-more-considered-view/ Leaving the hyperbole to one side the recent debate and commentary surrounding the comments made by the chairman of the ASIC, Greg Medcraft raises two distinct and interesting issues. Tue, 24 Jul 2012 14:51:49 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/takeover-regulation-a-more-considered-view/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/the-kangaroo-and-the-elephant-jakarta-globe-column/ Regional forums play a critical role in building regional relationships, but Indonesia and Australia can do more to work together. Wed, 25 Jul 2012 18:31:54 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/the-kangaroo-and-the-elephant-jakarta-globe-column/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/the-implications-of-explosive-growth-in-china-and-india/ The Asian Century phenomenon is having huge impacts worldwide. Fri, 19 Oct 2012 15:00:10 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/the-implications-of-explosive-growth-in-china-and-india/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/gone-with-the-wind-planning-regulations-blow-away-investment/ Corrs Chambers Westgarth has contributed to an article regarding wind farm projects in Victoria and New South Wales, which was featured in Climate Spectator. Tue, 24 Jul 2012 12:31:14 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/gone-with-the-wind-planning-regulations-blow-away-investment/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/the-complex-issues-for-nominee-directors/ Nominee directors and their appointing shareholders are faced with a minefield of sometimes conflicting duties. What are the key risks and how can they be managed? Tue, 08 May 2012 10:10:53 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/the-complex-issues-for-nominee-directors/ http://www.corrs.com.au/publications/corrs-in-brief/nsw-planning-reforms-green-paper-significant-reform-or-more-of-the-same/ The NSW Government’s Green Paper, ‘A new planning system for NSW’ released on 14 July 2012 lays out a blueprint for fundamental planning reform in NSW. Thu, 19 Jul 2012 12:28:09 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/publications/corrs-in-brief/nsw-planning-reforms-green-paper-significant-reform-or-more-of-the-same/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/the-international-arbitration-review/ Corrs Chambers Westgarth has contributed to the third edition of “The International Arbitration Review”, authoring a chapter on developments in Australia. Fri, 20 Jul 2012 14:19:12 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/the-international-arbitration-review/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/the-great-indian-coal-rush/ Energy ravenous India is set to drive demand for Australian thermal coal. Thu, 19 Jul 2012 10:19:25 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/the-great-indian-coal-rush/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/infrastructure-reform-in-queensland-part-2-fixing-the-framework-for-developers-and-financiers/ Outdated legislation is causing unnecessary problems and risks for developers and financiers in Queensland’s water, gas, electricity and rail sectors. Wed, 18 Jul 2012 14:43:07 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/infrastructure-reform-in-queensland-part-2-fixing-the-framework-for-developers-and-financiers/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/anti-dumping-proposed-measures-could-expose-australia-to-claims-of-increased-protectionism/ The latest set of proposed amendments to Australia’s anti-dumping system potentially go too far and risk Australia contravening its WTO commitments. Wed, 18 Jul 2012 11:25:56 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/anti-dumping-proposed-measures-could-expose-australia-to-claims-of-increased-protectionism/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/is-there-a-better-way-to-determine-libor/ Is the latest crisis in the banking sector enough to drive overdue reform of Libor? Wed, 18 Jul 2012 14:57:17 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/is-there-a-better-way-to-determine-libor/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/what-future-for-australian-manufacturing-and-why-should-you-care/ Is Australian manufacturing really on a road of no return or is it merely going through a painful reshaping and why does it matter? Wed, 18 Jul 2012 16:05:02 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/what-future-for-australian-manufacturing-and-why-should-you-care/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/corporate-leadership/ Corporate leadership is about creating change in a much wider context - not just in your organisation, but in the wider circles in which you and your organisation move. Thu, 19 Jul 2012 10:46:42 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/corporate-leadership/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/a-brief-lesson-on-chinas-state-owned-enterprises/ An influential part of the Chinese economy is in the hands of state owned enterprises. These are heavily concentrated in the heavy industry sectors of the Chinese economy in energy, steel, chemicals and other major areas of the Chinese economy. Tue, 08 May 2012 10:10:06 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/a-brief-lesson-on-chinas-state-owned-enterprises/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/anti-dumping-brumby-inquiry-into-a-stand-alone-agency/ Does the establishment of an inquiry into the feasibility of a stand-alone anti-dumping agency suggest Customs are not up to the task of conducting dumping and subsidy investigations? Fri, 13 Jul 2012 11:27:37 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/anti-dumping-brumby-inquiry-into-a-stand-alone-agency/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/fair-work-act-are-general-protections-claims-on-the-rise/ The recent predictions about the use of the general protections provisions under the Fair Work Act have come true. Tue, 08 May 2012 10:13:12 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/fair-work-act-are-general-protections-claims-on-the-rise/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/lessons-from-the-ludowici-takeover/ The Takeovers Panel is the commercial dispute resolution body that settles takeover disputes. Previously we had a court that decided these on a binary basis, but what the Takeovers Panel does is look for a commercial resolution that's often a comprom Wed, 11 Apr 2012 11:05:33 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/lessons-from-the-ludowici-takeover/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/greentape-reduction-bill-will-it-strip-local-governments-power-to-regulate-environmental-impacts/ Queensland’s Greentape Reduction Bill may make it more difficult for local governments to regulate environmental impacts. Fri, 06 Jul 2012 13:47:26 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/greentape-reduction-bill-will-it-strip-local-governments-power-to-regulate-environmental-impacts/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/carbon-farming-initiative-gives-boost-to-bioenergy-development/ The introduction of the Carbon Farming Initiative (CFI) may boost bioenergy development in Australia, particularly in the waste-to-energy sector. Tue, 03 Jul 2012 09:37:21 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/carbon-farming-initiative-gives-boost-to-bioenergy-development/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/trade-marks-in-the-eu-what-Australian-businesses-need-to-know-after-ip-translator/ Australian businesses trading or intending to trade in EU markets should carefully review their trademark protection strategy in light of the recent ruling by the EU’s Court of Justice. Mon, 02 Jul 2012 12:24:53 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/trade-marks-in-the-eu-what-Australian-businesses-need-to-know-after-ip-translator/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/foreign-investment-in-australian-agriculture-where-to-from-here/ Foreign investment in Australian agricultural land has become a hot button political issue. But there are a number of different factors at play. Tue, 08 May 2012 10:11:19 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/foreign-investment-in-australian-agriculture-where-to-from-here/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/male-champions-of-change-why-elevating-the-representation-of-women-in-leadership-is-key/ It is indisputable that increasing the number of women in executive leadership roles will make business more productive, but making this happen will require more leadership on the issue in existing areas of authority, both government and corporate. Mon, 25 Jun 2012 10:30:39 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/male-champions-of-change-why-elevating-the-representation-of-women-in-leadership-is-key/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/cultural-understanding-key-to-chinese-literacy/ Chinese literacy is not just about speaking Mandarin - it's just as important to have a thorough understanding of the differences, perspectives and practices of the Chinese culture. Tue, 08 May 2012 10:10:17 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/cultural-understanding-key-to-chinese-literacy/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/commercial-arbitration-in-queensland-gets-much-needed-overhaul/ New commercial arbitration legislation will bring Queensland in step with other States. Fri, 15 Jun 2012 16:27:16 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/commercial-arbitration-in-queensland-gets-much-needed-overhaul/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/free-and-fair-trade-making-globalisation-work-for-all-commonwealth-leadership/ Globalisation is not a new phenomenon. But perhaps what is new, is the pace at which it is now developing and evolving. Technology and social change are feeding the pace of globalisation to create growing momentum. Tue, 12 Jun 2012 10:57:39 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/free-and-fair-trade-making-globalisation-work-for-all-commonwealth-leadership/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/creating-shared-value-promoting-the-relationship-between-business-and-society/ Corporate Social Responsibility runs the risk of being seen as a response to public pressure, whereas shared value is seen as community connectedness. Tue, 12 Jun 2012 11:27:53 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/creating-shared-value-promoting-the-relationship-between-business-and-society/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/purpose-progress-and-direction-of-the-australia-in-the-asian-century-white-paper-and-the-key-themes-emerging/ Corrs Partner and CEO John W.H. Denton was invited to give this speech at the Prime Minister's Economic Forum on 12-13 June at the Stamford Plaza Hotel in Brisbane. Thu, 14 Jun 2012 11:08:17 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/purpose-progress-and-direction-of-the-australia-in-the-asian-century-white-paper-and-the-key-themes-emerging/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/australia-in-the-asian-century-the-australian-government-white-paper/ Corrs Partner and CEO John W. H. Denton delivered the following speech at a private briefing for Asialink supporters on Wednesday 9 May at the University of Melbourne. Thu, 07 Jun 2012 13:20:23 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/australia-in-the-asian-century-the-australian-government-white-paper/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/the-infrastructure-deficit-is-islamic-finance-part-of-the-solution/ Australia’s “infrastructure deficit” is significant. Some estimate that, over the next decade, the difference between our infrastructure needs and available government resources could blow out to as much as $770 billion. Tue, 05 Jun 2012 13:54:04 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/the-infrastructure-deficit-is-islamic-finance-part-of-the-solution/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/a-view-from-the-trenches/ The idea that professionalising the financial services sector could somehow improve market integrity is an idea worthy of debate. There are other factors to consider. Tue, 29 May 2012 16:49:26 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/a-view-from-the-trenches/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/china-australia-relations-the-question-of-courtesy/ Courtesy plays a very important role in the business world, but the approach of China and Australia is a key difference between the two nations. Tue, 08 May 2012 10:08:46 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/china-australia-relations-the-question-of-courtesy/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/social-media-explosion-leaves-defamation-law-at-the-starting-gate/ The social media phenomenon is testing our laws that protect privacy and reputation. Tue, 29 May 2012 16:37:01 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/social-media-explosion-leaves-defamation-law-at-the-starting-gate/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/streamlining-the-sale-and-conveyancing-process-in-queensland/ The Queensland Government investigation of ways to streamline the sale and conveyancing process in Queensland needs to address the disclosure requirements across all types of transactions. Tue, 08 May 2012 10:12:34 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/streamlining-the-sale-and-conveyancing-process-in-queensland/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/future-financial-advice-fofa-reforms/ The Future of Financial Advice (FOFA) reforms focus on the framework for the proper provision of financial advice. Tue, 22 May 2012 10:03:25 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/future-financial-advice-fofa-reforms/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/firb-certainty-overseas-investors-purchasing-australian-real-estate/ A resilient property market and improved transparency from Australia’s FIRB is correlating with a sharp increase in overseas interest in Australian real estate. Wed, 23 May 2012 15:56:09 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/firb-certainty-overseas-investors-purchasing-australian-real-estate/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/head-contractor-insolvency-protecting-supply-chain-payments-construction-projects/ In government-sponsored construction projects, a new direct payment system could mitigate insolvency risk to employers and subcontractors if the head contractor’s business fails. Mon, 21 May 2012 14:20:19 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/head-contractor-insolvency-protecting-supply-chain-payments-construction-projects/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/will-governments-clean-energy-finance-corporation-be-boon-for-green-energy/ The government’s Clean Energy Finance Corporation will commence investing in green energy projects next year. But is it really a cure for the renewable sector’s malaise? Fri, 18 May 2012 15:08:02 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/will-governments-clean-energy-finance-corporation-be-boon-for-green-energy/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/high-end-products-solution-to-australias-manufacturing-woes-not-anti-dumping-reforms/ The Federal Government’s new legislation to strengthen the anti-dumping system, and Manufacturing Australia’s calls for reform, are misguided. Wed, 16 May 2012 17:29:19 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/high-end-products-solution-to-australias-manufacturing-woes-not-anti-dumping-reforms/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/global-law-social-media-around-the-world/ This past decade has borne witness to tremendous and pervasive changes in the manner in which people, organizations and communities communicate with each other at work and at play - especially with the advent of social media. Fri, 18 May 2012 16:07:38 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/global-law-social-media-around-the-world/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/changes-to-hr-regulation-2011-asian-perspective/ Changes continue to be introduced to HR Regulation in many of the Asian jurisdictions in 2011. Amongst them were changes to the law surrounding holidays and increases to minimum wage. Fri, 18 May 2012 16:24:06 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/changes-to-hr-regulation-2011-asian-perspective/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/copyright-and-the-digital-economy-alrc-inquiry-needs-broader-scope/ Australians need a copyright system that works. One they can respect. Our copyright laws need to provide certainty, encourage innovation, and enhance the free flow of information. Tue, 08 May 2012 10:11:43 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/copyright-and-the-digital-economy-alrc-inquiry-needs-broader-scope/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/contractor-beware-ict-contracting-for-ppps/ Governments are increasingly looking to public private partnerships to solve the ever growing demand for new hospitals in Australia. Mon, 23 Apr 2012 15:23:33 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/contractor-beware-ict-contracting-for-ppps/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/the-internationalisation-of-chinas-currency/ The gradual internationalisation of China’s currency is the beginning of a very important trend that is gaining momentum on a global scale. Tue, 08 May 2012 10:09:53 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/the-internationalisation-of-chinas-currency/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/securing-a-clean-energy-future-what-the-carbon-price-mechanism-means-for-business/ With the introduction of a carbon price imminent, businesses should now be assessing the impact that it will have on their activities and taking steps to prepare for its introduction. Thu, 14 Jul 2011 12:44:53 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/securing-a-clean-energy-future-what-the-carbon-price-mechanism-means-for-business/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/federal-budget-2012-major-business-tax-measures/ Business won’t be thrilled with the 2012-13 Budget, but should be relieved that other changes floated in the lead up ended up on the cutting room floor. Tue, 08 May 2012 14:27:37 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/federal-budget-2012-major-business-tax-measures/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/new-structure-will-improve-financial-success-ppp-toll-roads/ Structural changes are needed to improve the financial performance of public-private toll road partnerships and attract investors to future projects. Thu, 03 May 2012 09:54:23 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/new-structure-will-improve-financial-success-ppp-toll-roads/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/2011-m-and-a-transactions-surveying-the-landscape/ The Corrs' M&A team has conducted a deal survey with a difference, taking into account more than just the usual questions and focussing on presenting results that are practical, succinct and, most importantly, relevant to M&A practitioners and to the Fri, 27 Apr 2012 11:26:29 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/2011-m-and-a-transactions-surveying-the-landscape/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/australia-in-the-asian-century-foreign-investment-2010-11-annual-report/ At a time when Australia is considering its position in the Asian Century, the Foreign Investment Review Board has released its 2010/2011 Annual Report. Thu, 26 Apr 2012 15:27:31 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/australia-in-the-asian-century-foreign-investment-2010-11-annual-report/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/investing-in-mining-related-infrastructure-what-investors-contractors-should-know/ Australia’s vast mining and resources sector has an unquenchable thirst for infrastructure. Billions of dollars needs to be invested in roads, railways and port facilities to support the sector’s export chain. Mon, 23 Apr 2012 14:35:39 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/investing-in-mining-related-infrastructure-what-investors-contractors-should-know/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/good-corporate-governance-and-the-role-of-gatekeepers/ ASIC chairman Greg Metcalf has been increasingly emphasising his willingness to look for gatekeepers and impose upon them higher standards in relation to how they help corporations deliver good governance and corporate outcomes. Wed, 11 Apr 2012 10:26:54 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/good-corporate-governance-and-the-role-of-gatekeepers/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/new-sasac-rules-signal-greater-transparency-and-accountability/ There has been some suggestion that there is a “crackdown” by Chinese authorities on outbound foreign direct investment (OFDI) by Chinese State-owned Enterprises. Thu, 19 Apr 2012 17:56:29 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/new-sasac-rules-signal-greater-transparency-and-accountability/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/infrastructure-reform-in-queensland-solutions-for-the-21st-century/ Important infrastructure projects in Queensland are being hampered by outdated legislation which is in urgent need of reform. Wed, 18 Apr 2012 15:40:12 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/infrastructure-reform-in-queensland-solutions-for-the-21st-century/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/radio-industry-welcomes-decision-by-high-court-to-uphold-cap-on-royalties/ Commercial broadcasters all around Australia breathed a sigh of relief last month when the High Court handed the industry a crucial victory. Wed, 18 Apr 2012 16:06:52 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/radio-industry-welcomes-decision-by-high-court-to-uphold-cap-on-royalties/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/thinking-about-the-asian-century/ This speech was delivered by Partner & CEO John W. H. Denton at the Eaber Saber Public Forum on "Thinking about the Asian Century", held at the Australian National University (ANU) on 18 April 2012. Tue, 24 Apr 2012 16:25:34 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/thinking-about-the-asian-century/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/crossing-the-river-by-feeling-stones-china-s-internationalisation-of-the-rmb/ The currency swap agreement between Australia and China is a positive step forward in our relationship with our largest trading partner. But it’s about more than that… Tue, 17 Apr 2012 14:49:30 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/crossing-the-river-by-feeling-stones-china-s-internationalisation-of-the-rmb/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/insolvent-trading-five-golden-rules-for-australian-businesses/ Will tough economic conditions be the catalyst for insolvent trading law reform? Wed, 11 Apr 2012 10:01:51 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/insolvent-trading-five-golden-rules-for-australian-businesses/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/australias-place-in-chinas-urbanisation/ Over 20 years, the Chinese population now living in cities has grown from 18-50%. This rapid urban migration has underpinned the biggest resources boom in world history and leaves many wondering how this impacts Australia's trade with China. Tue, 21 Feb 2012 16:56:56 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/australias-place-in-chinas-urbanisation/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/minerals-resource-rent-tax-all-systems-go/ Subject to the possibility of a successful High Court challenge, and perhaps the outside chance of a Federal Election being called, Australia will have a new tax on iron ore and coal mining with effect from 1 July 2012. Thu, 29 Mar 2012 13:49:45 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/minerals-resource-rent-tax-all-systems-go/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/change-on-the-horizon-for-china-australia-relations/ China's upcoming leadership change has many guessing how it will impact Australia's relationship with the region. Tue, 21 Feb 2012 16:56:08 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/change-on-the-horizon-for-china-australia-relations/ http://www.corrs.com.au/publications/corrs-in-brief/independent-media-inquiry-another-report-another-recommendation/ Reports of the News of the World phone-hacking scandal and the ensuing investigations in the UK during 2011 resulted in calls for the Australian media to be similarly investigated. Mon, 26 Mar 2012 14:02:33 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/publications/corrs-in-brief/independent-media-inquiry-another-report-another-recommendation/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/whats-the-secret-to-doing-business-in-china/ Business in China is a very different operating environment than Australia. So it’s very important to have good advice on the ground and to spend ample working out what it is you really seek to want to achieve. Tue, 21 Feb 2012 16:55:26 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/whats-the-secret-to-doing-business-in-china/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/social-media-manage-risks-leverage-power/ The power of social media has revolutionised the way consumers connect with brands, connect with other consumers to discuss brands, and source other consumers’ opinions about brands. But what are the legal issues you should be aware of? Fri, 09 Mar 2012 14:45:58 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/social-media-manage-risks-leverage-power/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/the-business-of-diversity/ The issue of diversity, particularly in relation to gender, is a critical business issue. Businesses are starting to miss out by not being able to maintain a career path for a women from first entering a workplace until retirement. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 13:39:31 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/the-business-of-diversity/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/china-s-role-on-the-global-stage/ How will China's ongoing management of its currency in the international market impact economic reform and new policies within its borders? Tue, 21 Feb 2012 16:54:18 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/china-s-role-on-the-global-stage/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/if-asia-is-the-new-britain-we-need-a-new-passport/ Australia’s proposed Asia Region Funds Management Passport seeks to ease current regulatory differences relating to the sale of financial products between Australia and Asia. Thu, 16 Feb 2012 14:05:48 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/if-asia-is-the-new-britain-we-need-a-new-passport/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/new-rules-usher-new-era-for-dispute-resolutions/ On 1 August 2011 the Federal Court brought in new rules. They repealed their old rules and heralded a new era of modern Court practice and procedure. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:22:33 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/new-rules-usher-new-era-for-dispute-resolutions/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/time-for-australia-to-rethink-its-approach-to-financial-restructurings/ As a result of the willingness of local lenders to sell debt in the secondary market there has been increased participation from off-shore lenders keen to utilise foreign restructuring techniques in Australia. How should local lenders respond? Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:23:36 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/time-for-australia-to-rethink-its-approach-to-financial-restructurings/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/convergence-review-interim-report-recommendations-risk-further-uncertainty/ Expectations for the Convergence Review are high – that it will produce a new regulatory framework that is fair, flexible and doesn’t stifle innovation. Fri, 17 Feb 2012 15:01:03 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/convergence-review-interim-report-recommendations-risk-further-uncertainty/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/convergence-review-federal-court-throws-committee-optus-tv-now-curve-ball/ The enormity and complexity of the task of regulating media and content services in a converged environment was thrown into sharp relief by the Federal Court’s recent decision in the Optus “TV Now” case. Fri, 17 Feb 2012 15:07:31 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/convergence-review-federal-court-throws-committee-optus-tv-now-curve-ball/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/nbn-lessons-at-home-and-abroad/ What lessons can be learnt from the one of the most dramatic changes in telecommunications that has occurred in this country for many years? Wed, 01 Feb 2012 13:46:49 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/nbn-lessons-at-home-and-abroad/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/procurement-from-china-managing-expectations/ We live in a global economy and face increasing pressures on price in delivering projects. How can companies in Australia and globally meet the challenge of finding ways to procure the most efficient product? Wed, 01 Feb 2012 13:48:27 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/procurement-from-china-managing-expectations/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/corrs-environment-team-acts-in-landmark-climate-change-case-in-victoria/ Our Melbourne Environment team recently acted for the Environment Protection Authority Victoria in a high profile, complex and intensely contested climate change case in the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal. Wed, 07 Mar 2012 15:56:04 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/corrs-environment-team-acts-in-landmark-climate-change-case-in-victoria/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/unlocking-uk-pension-funds-for-infrastructure/ Can the UK create a new asset class that encourages trustees to invest in crucial infrastructure projects? Tue, 14 Feb 2012 15:52:32 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/unlocking-uk-pension-funds-for-infrastructure/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/new-rules-on-discovery-should-be-applauded/ In an age of information overload, the return of necessity as the express foundation for discovery in the new Federal Court rules should be applauded. Mon, 13 Feb 2012 09:40:44 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/new-rules-on-discovery-should-be-applauded/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/tactical-and-strategic-edge-litigation/ From time to time you will be faced with a step which is unusual and not generally taken by lawyers. But if followed in the appropriate way it can save the client considerable time and money. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:22:06 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/tactical-and-strategic-edge-litigation/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/coal-seam-gas-versus-other-land-uses-has-queensland-got-it-right/ The optimistically named Resources Legislation (Balance, Certainty and Efficiency) Bill 2011 is the Queensland government’s latest attempt at addressing the conflict between the coal seam gas industry and other land users. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:25:11 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/coal-seam-gas-versus-other-land-uses-has-queensland-got-it-right/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/navigating-stamp-duty-investigations/ What are the triggers for these investigations and what do you need to know if you are subject to one of those investigations? Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:23:07 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/navigating-stamp-duty-investigations/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/adding-fuel-to-the-litigation-bonfire/ How will Australia address the emergence and growth of litigation funding? Wed, 01 Feb 2012 13:43:20 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/adding-fuel-to-the-litigation-bonfire/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/a-fairer-work-act/ The government has announced the much anticipated review of the Fair Work Act. Whilst noting the act is working well at the moment this presents an opportunity to see if it can be improved. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:21:05 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/a-fairer-work-act/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/commonwealth-business-council-appoints-new-director-general/ The Commonwealth Business Council (CBC), the Commonwealth’s agency for the promotion of trade and investment, has appointed Sir Alan Collins as its new Director General. Fri, 03 Feb 2012 12:46:40 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/commonwealth-business-council-appoints-new-director-general/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/fair-work-act-impact-on-industrial-relations/ We have recently seen a large number of industrial disputes taking place in Australia, a lot of people are pointing to the Fair Work Act as being the culprit. But what's the real story? Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:20:23 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/fair-work-act-impact-on-industrial-relations/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/green-marketing-a-win-win-for-business/ The introduction of the carbon price in Australia, coupled with the Australian Consumer Law replacing the Trade Practices Act, has businesses reconsidering their approach to green marketing. Find out how you can minimise your risk. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 13:45:08 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/green-marketing-a-win-win-for-business/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/beware-stamp-duty-manda-deal/ The stamp duty base across Australia has expanded significantly for M&A transactions and acquirers will bear the cost. Wed, 18 Jan 2012 13:37:50 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/beware-stamp-duty-manda-deal/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/port-botany-privatisation-key-infrastructure-development/ The NSW Government’s proposal to privatise Port Botany raises a couple of interesting questions about the objectives of the sale and the likely outcome. Wed, 21 Dec 2011 17:05:01 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/port-botany-privatisation-key-infrastructure-development/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/dividends-payment-rules-have-your-say/ A new discussion paper on the dividend payment provisions under the Corporations Act aims to reduce ambiguity and the compliance burden on companies. Tue, 20 Dec 2011 14:50:54 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/dividends-payment-rules-have-your-say/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/australia-in-the-asian-century-issues-paper/ How can Australia seize the opportunities and meet the challenges in this period of transformative economic, political, strategic and social change in Asia? Mon, 19 Dec 2011 12:27:32 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/australia-in-the-asian-century-issues-paper/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/break-up-eurozone-implications-australia/ Hopes were high that a resolution to the European crisis could be achieved at last week’s EU summit. However, departure of one or more countries from the Eurozone is a real possibility. We consider what this means for Australia. Wed, 14 Dec 2011 16:13:13 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/break-up-eurozone-implications-australia/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/is-deal-protection-on-its-way-out/ Deal protection is a really hot topic in Australia at the moment, particularly in light of the UK panel changes to deal protection. But the question on everybody’s mind will be whether these changes will have implications in the Australian M&A market Mon, 12 Dec 2011 14:03:19 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/is-deal-protection-on-its-way-out/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/eurozone-crisis-silver-lining-australian-infrastructure/ The Eurozone crisis is of fundamental concern for global economic stability. How should Australia respond? Fri, 09 Dec 2011 11:21:18 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/eurozone-crisis-silver-lining-australian-infrastructure/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/australia-s-china-challenge/ Australia can have first class infrastructure and industries - but we may need to rely on Chinese capital and skilled labour. Are we ready to do so? Mon, 05 Dec 2011 11:24:42 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/australia-s-china-challenge/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/investment-in-the-trans-pacific-partnership-negotiations/ Foreign investment flows have become increasingly important in underpinning international commerce particularly in Australia where foreign capital accounts for half of Australia's total capital stock. Wed, 23 Nov 2011 15:26:23 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/investment-in-the-trans-pacific-partnership-negotiations/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/is-australia-managing/ How has the Global Financial Crisis impacted our nation and what is the outlook for Australia’s trade and competitiveness? Wed, 23 Nov 2011 15:18:42 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/is-australia-managing/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/australias-trade-investment-performance-asia/ Australia’s future trade and investment performance in Asia will underpin our future economic prospects. There continue to be important opportunities for Australian trade and investment in Asia. But we also face many challenges. Fri, 02 Dec 2011 09:53:17 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/australias-trade-investment-performance-asia/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/carbon-price-claims/ How can businesses who make claims about the impact of the carbon price, avoid making misleading or false claims about the price of goods or services in breach of the Australian Consumer Law? Tue, 15 Nov 2011 17:14:04 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/carbon-price-claims/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/six-lessons-from-qantas/ As the dust settles following Qantas’ worldwide grounding, some clear lessons for employers have emerged from the many months of disputation over enterprise agreement negotiations at the airline. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 11:57:40 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/six-lessons-from-qantas/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/the-minerals-resource-rent-tax-one-step-closer/ The Minerals Resource Rent Tax is one step closer to becoming a reality with the introduction of the Minerals Resource Rent Tax Bill 2011 into Parliament. Now is the time for MRRT taxpayers to prepare for its introduction. Fri, 04 Nov 2011 15:05:52 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/the-minerals-resource-rent-tax-one-step-closer/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/trade-barriers-reappearing-g20-leaders-get-serious/ It's a critical time for international trade and investment. While the global economy - buffeted by concerns over sovereign debt in Europe - needs the benefit of trade liberalisation to boost business confidence, the World Trade Organisation negotiat Wed, 02 Nov 2011 14:10:10 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/trade-barriers-reappearing-g20-leaders-get-serious/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/a-conversation-with-the-community/ The long-term strength of the Australian economy is increasingly dependent on connections with other countries in our region and around the world. Fri, 02 Dec 2011 12:01:25 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/a-conversation-with-the-community/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/infrastructure-needs-more-than-tax-incentives/ In the 2011 Federal Budget, the Government promised new incentives to encourage investment in infrastructure. While further clarity on the incentives is welcome, this alone will not fix the nation’s infrastructure investment woes. Fri, 28 Oct 2011 16:25:56 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/infrastructure-needs-more-than-tax-incentives/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/challenges-choices-universal-service-australia-china/ Australia and China face similar challenges in the provision of universal telecommunications services to remote areas, providing an opportunity for knowledge sharing and co-operation between the two countries. Tue, 25 Oct 2011 12:24:39 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/challenges-choices-universal-service-australia-china/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/better-layout-legal-documents-easier/ It is not news that legal documents are hard to read. Most lawyers will agree that this is true most, if not all, of the time. But why? Legal documents should be easy to read, and this article argues that it is not difficult to make them so. Thu, 20 Oct 2011 11:34:18 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/better-layout-legal-documents-easier/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/australias-anti-dumping-reforms-improvement-lost-opportunity/ Heralded as “the most important improvements to Australia’s anti-dumping regime in more than a decade” - but will these changes make the system more effective? Tue, 25 Oct 2011 12:02:06 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/australias-anti-dumping-reforms-improvement-lost-opportunity/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/whos-right-internet-copyright/ A recent case in the Federal Court of Australia has opened the door for copyright holders of creative content to pursue ISPs for breaching intellectual property rights in sharing their material. The battle in Australia is heating up. Fri, 14 Oct 2011 21:55:35 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/whos-right-internet-copyright/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/convergence-review-meeting-the-regulatory-challenge/ As the traditional distinctions between TV, radio and telecommunications blur and dissolve in a converging world, the regulatory framework governing these sectors is no longer working. Revolutionary change is required. Fri, 14 Oct 2011 23:12:54 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/convergence-review-meeting-the-regulatory-challenge/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/media-inquiry-where-does-print-end-broadcast-begin/ The Government has attempted to set a very narrow scope for the Independent Media Inquiry so that it is limited to print media and digital and online publications. All media outlets should look carefully at the inquiry and consider whether they shoul Thu, 13 Oct 2011 20:58:12 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/media-inquiry-where-does-print-end-broadcast-begin/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/australia-should-lead-in-counterfeit-crackdown/ The new Anti-counterfeiting Trade Agreement (ACTA) is the latest international effort aimed at combating the more than US$200 billion dollar global trade in counterfeit and pirated goods Mon, 10 Oct 2011 17:56:47 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/australia-should-lead-in-counterfeit-crackdown/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/keeping-an-eye-on-class-actions/ Class actions are growing in Australia. We’re hardly in the American league, but we’re seeing some of their options emerging, like litigation funding and disclosure based issues. The market is changing, so our strategies need to as well. Mon, 10 Oct 2011 09:40:02 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/keeping-an-eye-on-class-actions/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/hot-property-get-in-quick/ The Australian property market is so hot, you’re likely to be burned if you wait until you need it to look for new commercial property. It could cost you in failing to get what you need, or paying too much for it. The tips for success in a sophistica Mon, 10 Oct 2011 09:51:33 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/hot-property-get-in-quick/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/raising-the-bar-on-continuous-disclosure/ How high should the standards of continuous disclosure be? So high that they’re difficult to meet? Fri, 07 Oct 2011 12:29:08 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/raising-the-bar-on-continuous-disclosure/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/reducing-the-costs-of-litigation/ The cost of litigation has always been a focus, but economic factors in recent years have increased this further. But don’t forget, the costs are not always financial. Fri, 07 Oct 2011 10:52:31 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/reducing-the-costs-of-litigation/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/protect-brand-internet/ Who is in charge on the internet? Mostly, it seems it’s the consumer. So how do you protect your brand when it’s in the hands of the consumer and the consumer is everywhere? Thu, 06 Oct 2011 09:24:26 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/protect-brand-internet/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/poll-needed-remuneration-resolution/ Recent amendments to the Corporations Act have changed the way listed companies are conducting their AGMs this year. Voting on the remuneration resolution has become more important and if companies don’t conduct the vote properly, it could create pro Wed, 05 Oct 2011 10:26:56 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/poll-needed-remuneration-resolution/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/the-importance-of-directing-your-undirected-proxies/ New laws governing the counting of undirected proxies are not clear, but the consequences of not counting them are. Corporate partner Stephanie Daveson says the answer is turning your undirected proxies into directed proxies to get your remuneration Wed, 05 Oct 2011 11:14:42 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/the-importance-of-directing-your-undirected-proxies/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/tax-forum-worth-wait/ Will this week’s Tax Forum put the wheels back on the tax reform cart? Jonathon Leek considers the Government’s record on tax reform and the likelihood of real and effective reform. Wed, 05 Oct 2011 11:19:36 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/tax-forum-worth-wait/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/not-illegal-but-is-it-right/ Australian law allows the importation of genuine but unauthorised goods, even though another company may have exclusive rights to branded items. This parallel importation has long been difficult to stop and causes real damage to businesses and brands Tue, 04 Oct 2011 16:12:58 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/not-illegal-but-is-it-right/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/new-rules-manda-prc/ Commencing 1 September 2011, China has a new ‘security review’ system for mergers and acquisitions of domestic enterprises by foreign investors. Fri, 30 Sep 2011 14:57:08 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/new-rules-manda-prc/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/dispute-or-deadlock-be-prepared/ There have been a lot of lessons learned about joint venture mechanisms since the GFC. But not about deadlock procedures, even though they’re now more important than ever. Tue, 04 Oct 2011 14:25:41 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/dispute-or-deadlock-be-prepared/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/overhaul-planning-legislation-nsw-cost/ The NSW State Government is undertaking the most significant overhaul of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act (NSW) since its introduction in 1979. Tue, 27 Sep 2011 13:28:34 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/overhaul-planning-legislation-nsw-cost/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/solving-infrastructure-dilemma-sharing/ Australia’s pressing need for infrastructure is well known. Government has less money and private enterprise has less appetite for risk. With these two factors a certainty, infrastructure experts at Corrs Chambers Westgarth agree change must come. Tue, 27 Sep 2011 14:45:44 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/solving-infrastructure-dilemma-sharing/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/amended-rules-for-international-arbitration/ Recent amendments to both the ICC Rules and the ACICA Rules indicate a trend towards improving the attractiveness of international arbitration as a means of resolving cross border disputes. Mon, 26 Sep 2011 14:27:35 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/amended-rules-for-international-arbitration/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/carbon-price-legislation-introduced-parliament/ A number of significant changes have been made to the Bill since the exposure draft was released in July this year. This article highlights a number of key changes that impact on the operation of the CPM. Thu, 22 Sep 2011 15:59:05 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/carbon-price-legislation-introduced-parliament/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/competition-changes-horizon/ In the October sittings, Parliament will likely pass two pieces of legislation that will have varying impacts on the competition landscape in Australia. Fri, 23 Sep 2011 10:30:42 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/competition-changes-horizon/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/more-change-in-m-and-a-more-innovation/ The comparatively strong Australian economy has been beneficial for our country, but is has also brought some challenges in the international mergers and acquisitions market. Fri, 07 Oct 2011 10:41:26 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/more-change-in-m-and-a-more-innovation/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/early-dispute-resolution-efforts-compulsory-federal-courts/ The new Civil Dispute Resolution Act 2011 requires potential litigants to take, as far as possible, genuine steps to resolve disputes before initiating civil proceedings. Wed, 21 Sep 2011 17:24:21 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/early-dispute-resolution-efforts-compulsory-federal-courts/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/copyright-exemption-generics/ The safe and effective use of medicine relies on doctors, pharmacists and other health professionals receiving consistent safety information about each medicine, regardless of its brand. Tue, 13 Sep 2011 16:08:39 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/copyright-exemption-generics/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/further-tax-complexities-for-deferred-farm-out-arrangements/ The Australian Taxation Office has now released a second draft ruling on farm-out arrangements which highlights additional tax complexities when the acquisition of an interest by a farmee in a mining tenement is deferred. Wed, 31 Aug 2011 10:07:49 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/further-tax-complexities-for-deferred-farm-out-arrangements/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/price-signalling-hub-spoke/ If the price signalling prohibitions come to apply to your industry, then any disclosure of price or strategic information will raise the risk of contravention and require examination. Thu, 25 Aug 2011 13:34:05 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/price-signalling-hub-spoke/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/transfer-pricing-Reynah-Tang/ Transfer pricing is an issue that has become more complex and pervasive as a result of the increasing globalisation of business. Wed, 17 Aug 2011 12:44:09 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/transfer-pricing-Reynah-Tang/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/greenhouse-gas-reporting-the-carbon-pricing-mechanism-triggers-changes-to-ngers/ Various changes to the National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting Scheme (NGERS) are proposed to accommodate the carbon pricing mechanism and streamline existing reporting obligations. Have you reviewed and assessed the implications? Mon, 15 Aug 2011 14:52:17 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/greenhouse-gas-reporting-the-carbon-pricing-mechanism-triggers-changes-to-ngers/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/farm-out-arrangements-ato-sights/ A new draft tax ruling signals potential income tax and GST consequences for parties to immediate transfer farm-out arrangements. Tue, 02 Aug 2011 14:31:02 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/farm-out-arrangements-ato-sights/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/what-cost-a-carbon-price-accc-oversight-of-carbon-claims/ The ACCC will be closely scrutinising business’ claims about the impact of the carbon price. What claims are likely to raise issues? Fri, 29 Jul 2011 17:05:19 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/what-cost-a-carbon-price-accc-oversight-of-carbon-claims/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/carbon-price-offshore-it-infrastructure/ IT is an integral part of all business, as well as our every day lives. With running costs anticipated to rise, how will the carbon price affect the industry and what does it mean for your organisation? Wed, 20 Jul 2011 10:33:34 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/carbon-price-offshore-it-infrastructure/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/carbon-cost-service-agreement/ Frequently used cost “pass-through” mechanisms in services agreements are change in tax and change in law provisions - but these may have limited application in service agreements between data centre service providers and their customers for a number Wed, 20 Jul 2011 10:45:46 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/carbon-cost-service-agreement/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/carbon-cost-benefit-analysis-IT-infrastructure/ Even where data centre customers face increased service charges as a result of electricity price increases, customers should carefully consider data security issues that arise when using offshore IT infrastructure and cloud offerings. Wed, 20 Jul 2011 10:57:59 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/carbon-cost-benefit-analysis-IT-infrastructure/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/carbon-price-what-to-do-now/ Customers of Australian data centres should review the terms of their service agreements, and consider the extent to which their service providers may be entitled to pass on additional operational costs. Wed, 20 Jul 2011 11:02:14 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/carbon-price-what-to-do-now/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/the-carbon-price-impacts-on-australias-mining-industry/ The largest polluters in the mining sector will be directly impacted by the Carbon Price, but the flow on effects will be felt by the entire industry. Fri, 15 Jul 2011 11:27:04 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/the-carbon-price-impacts-on-australias-mining-industry/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/carbon-price-be-prepared/ Partner in Charge of our Melbourne Planning, Environment and Local Government group, Beverly Kennedy, talks about the implications of the carbon price. Thu, 14 Jul 2011 09:17:50 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/carbon-price-be-prepared/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/securing-a-clean-energy-future-what-the-carbon-price-mechanism-means-for-business-old/ After months of speculation and intense political negotiations, on 10 July 2011 the Government provided more substance to the Carbon Pricing Mechanism that it announced in February this year. Fri, 18 May 2012 11:18:27 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/securing-a-clean-energy-future-what-the-carbon-price-mechanism-means-for-business-old/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/lifting-the-bar-for-trustee-governance-in-super/ The Cooper Review’s suggestion to introduce a new office of trustee director sounds great in theory, but will it make any practical difference to trustee governance? Thu, 04 Apr 2013 11:48:47 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/lifting-the-bar-for-trustee-governance-in-super/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/oh-and-s-soon-same-state-same-laws/ Business has been calling for it for a long time - harmonised OH&S laws. Fri, 03 Jun 2011 11:09:27 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/oh-and-s-soon-same-state-same-laws/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/surviving-the-it-outsource-revolution/ How does business protect itself amid issues of data protection and privacy Fri, 03 Jun 2011 10:53:46 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/surviving-the-it-outsource-revolution/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/they-said-the-wrong-thing-but-it-s-your-website/ What if your consumers are less than truthful, or breach intellectual property laws? Fri, 03 Jun 2011 10:57:30 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/they-said-the-wrong-thing-but-it-s-your-website/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/making-an-international-footprint/ We may be down under, but we’re also down to earth. Fri, 03 Jun 2011 11:14:56 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/making-an-international-footprint/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/watch-out-fin48-is-coming/ Tax law is not a science, but it’s going to have to move in that direction Wed, 01 Jun 2011 09:50:59 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/insights/watch-out-fin48-is-coming/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/sustainable-investment-in-least-developing-nations/ When focusing on issues that are important to least developed nations, economic growth and a reduction in poverty should be the highest priority. Sun, 01 May 2011 00:00:00 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/sustainable-investment-in-least-developing-nations/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/reactions-from-apec-summit-2010/ Corrs Partner & CEO John W.H. Denton outlines some of the issues raised at the APEC Summit 2010 and what their impact might be on citizens, government and the private sector in the region. Fri, 02 Dec 2011 11:55:11 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/reactions-from-apec-summit-2010/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/lexisnexis-employment-law-practical-guidance/ As more and more companies invest overseas, the need for readily available, accurate, and detailed knowledge of labour and employment laws in multiple jurisdictions becomes an essential resource for employers and their counsel. Tue, 13 Dec 2011 10:36:15 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/lexisnexis-employment-law-practical-guidance/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/updates/australian-government-procurement-a-time-for-reform/ From paper clips to fighter aircraft to cleaning services, governments across Australia acquire goods and services on a daily basis. ‘Calls for tender’ have appeared in daily papers for as long as we can remember. Today, tendering via the internet is becoming the norm and with increased volume thanks to the Commonwealth Government stimulus packages in response to the Global Financial Crisis. Fri, 24 Jun 2011 09:55:40 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/updates/australian-government-procurement-a-time-for-reform/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/action-liberalise-global-trade-investment/ Australia and Canada share a strong commitment to multilateral trade and investment liberalisation. What steps can be taken to make this a reality in the first half of the 21st century? Wed, 17 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/action-liberalise-global-trade-investment/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/force-for-good/ A major challenge for the G20 is to make sure that it acts in the economic interests of all nations, not just its members. This is essential to remaining relevant and effective in supporting sustained economic global growth. Fri, 02 Dec 2011 10:42:12 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/force-for-good/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/world-leadership-and-the-art-of-diplomacy/ What does it take to be a global leader and what are the qualities of leadership that will hold an individual in good stead on the world's stage? Fri, 05 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/world-leadership-and-the-art-of-diplomacy/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/how-to-strengthen-economies-and-societies/ Greater openness to commercial and wider relationships is integral to strengthening our economies and our societies. If we aspire for a better future, we must put long term interests above short term considerations. Thu, 14 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/how-to-strengthen-economies-and-societies/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/global-growth-through-enhanced-trade/ In order to see trade continue to drive global economic growth in the first half of the 21st century, the major powers will need to give a higher priority to multilateral trade reform. Thu, 14 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/global-growth-through-enhanced-trade/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/improving-the-trade-environment-apec-s-programme-for-the-improvement-of-the-business-environment/ In order to maintain its relevance, APEC needs to embrace a broader range of issues than its original unifying ambition of tackling at-the-border barriers. It needs to focus on the issues that really matter to the citizenry and businessmen of APEC. Tue, 12 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/improving-the-trade-environment-apec-s-programme-for-the-improvement-of-the-business-environment/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/navigating-the-fair-work-laws/ As more and more companies invest overseas, the need for readily available, accurate, and detailed knowledge of labour and employment laws in multiple jurisdictions becomes an essential resource for employers and their counsel. Tue, 13 Dec 2011 10:25:34 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/navigating-the-fair-work-laws/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/leadership-in-a-complex-world/ With a changing world view, why is power more likely to sit with the person, community, enterprise or nation who or which is most connected? Fri, 20 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/leadership-in-a-complex-world/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/the-emerging-g20-agenda-for-global-financial-regulation/ Regulatory reform issues for the financial sector are complex and require a sophisticated response. More importantly, they require business to have a stronger voice. Mon, 07 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/the-emerging-g20-agenda-for-global-financial-regulation/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/legal-compliance-australia/ As more and more companies invest overseas, the need for readily available, accurate, and detailed knowledge of labour and employment laws in multiple jurisdictions becomes an essential resource for employers and their counsel. Tue, 13 Dec 2011 10:09:54 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/legal-compliance-australia/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/forward-with-fairness-a-business-perspective-on-labor-s-reform-agenda/ How will this reform impact individuals and families and where do these changes fit in for business as part of Australia’s quest to maintain and advance its national competitiveness and ultimately our mutual prosperity? Wed, 20 Aug 2008 00:00:00 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/forward-with-fairness-a-business-perspective-on-labor-s-reform-agenda/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/australia-s-place-in-the-world-a-business-perspective/ We live and work and communicate and relate in a globalised and globalising world. But, what does this mean for the role we might play in the world, as Australians? Thu, 14 Aug 2008 00:00:00 +1000 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/leadership-speeches/australia-s-place-in-the-world-a-business-perspective/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/transition-forward-fairness-labors-reform-agenda/ This is a practical guide to these significant transitional arrangements, the full implementation of which was not complete until early 2010. This book, has ongoing relevance as a useful guide to a turbulent phase of workplace relations change. Tue, 13 Dec 2011 09:48:25 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/transition-forward-fairness-labors-reform-agenda/ http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/workplace-relations-in-the-building-and-construction-industry/ This book explains the significant changes that have occurred in the regulation of the workplace relations in the building and construction industry in Australia over several years. Wed, 07 Dec 2011 11:15:21 +1100 http://www.corrs.com.au/thinking/elsewhere/workplace-relations-in-the-building-and-construction-industry/