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Counsel assisting CFMEU inquiry says construction code needed in lead-up to Olympics
Counsel assisting Queensland's inquiry into the CFMEU is pushing for a new construction code of practice and independent regulator, saying time is of the essence with the government poised to spend $7.1 billion for construction projects for the 2032 Olympic Games. 
Online gambling company dealt $24M penalty for illegal poker
An illegal online poker company, its director and a promoter of its service have been hit with a combined $24 million in penalties, with a judge doubling the penalty ACMA recommended against the promoter. 
Ex-CEO of coconut water company wins appeal of conviction
The former CEO of the company behind coconut water brand CoCo Joy has succeeded in overturning one of three criminal convictions following an ASIC investigation.
Trike maker blames lawyers for admissions in Target recall case
Children's ride-on toys manufacturer Smart Trike wants to withdraw admissions it made in a dispute with Target over a convertible stroller recall, blaming its lawyers for what it says was an error.
Bet365 avoids AUSTRAC action with vow to overhaul systems
Online betting platform Bet365 has avoided court action by entering into a court enforceable undertaking with AUSTRAC requiring it to overhaul its systems. 
Judge worries about overworked lawyers in Work for Dole class action
A judge who is overseeing a class action over the government's Work for Dole program has warned against overworking lawyers after the applicant pushed for more efficient discovery.
Tax advisors to face tougher penalties in wake of PwC tax leaks scandal
Tax advisors will face tougher penalties for misconduct under new federal legislation introduced in response to the PwC tax leaks scandal and recommendations from a Tax Practitioners Board review. 
Allen & Overy warned of ‘very serious problems’ with Bolton bonus, court told
Law firm Allen & Overy advised that there were “very serious problems” with awarding Keybridge’s former CEO Nicholas Bolton a $4.75 million bonus, a judge has heard.
Ex-Keybridge CEO questioned about $4.75M bonus at trial
Former Keybridge CEO Nicholas Bolton has faced questions about a $4.75 million bonus he was paid on a $17.8 million deal with fund manager Magellan, on the second day of trial in proceedings by WAM over two transactions its alleges were oppressive to shareholders.
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Group pans NSW Coalition’s ‘irresponsible backflip’ on renewable zone
An environmental group has criticised the NSW opposition's plan to scale back the New England renewable energy zone, calling it an “irresponsible backflip”.