Companies

Development Victoria has sued Lendlease over allegedly defective wharf structures at Melbourne’s Victoria Harbour Promenade, claiming worm infestation and deteriorating piles left parts of the waterfront unsafe and unfit for public use.

The owner of an IGA store in Kalgoorlie has told a tribunal that Coles’ proposed acquisition of a nearby site will push it out of the market, leaving consumers worse off. 

A judge has ordered Star Entertainment to pay a $260 million penalty for anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing failures, saying the casino turned a “blind eye” to customers likely linked to organised crime. 

Uber is facing a class action investigation on behalf of women riders who have been subjected to assault, harassment or other misconduct by drivers.

Uber's bid to halt an order for reactivation of a driver who went over the speed limit on four trips has been rejected by the Fair Work Commission, which said the rideshare giant had not established any risk arising absent a stay.

A Victorian couple has launched a lawsuit against global giant Sony, alleging the company's TV had a safety defect that caused a house fire resulting in $1.6 million worth of damages and the loss of the family dogs. 

Woodside Energy has shed its interest in the Sunrise LNG project, entering into an agreement with Timor GAP to exit the joint venture for $285 million (US$200 million).

Apple will seek an expedited appeal of a finding that it engaged in anti-competitive conduct in relation to its App Store and orders forcing it to allow third-party app marketplaces and in-app payment solutions for Australian users.

Infrastructure fund manager Dexus must pay a total of $30 million in legal costs to Australia Pacific Airports Corporation and fellow APAC shareholders, after losing its case over a default notice that has forced a sale of Dexus' stake in the airport operator.

Apple has been ordered to reinstate Epic Games' Fortnite game to its App Store in Australia and allow developers to offer in-app payment methods to Australians, after it was found to have breached competition laws.