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IP Australia bursts Pepsi’s bubble, says patent claims obvious
A German bottling machine manufacturer has successfully opposed PepsiCo’s patent application for a filling system, after arguing the claims were obvious.
Cadbury wins challenge to ‘Crunchiez’ trade mark
Cadbury has successfully opposed a bid to register 'Crunchiez Surprize' as a trade mark, with a delegate finding the mark was deceptively similar to the mark for UK confectionery giant's  popular Crunchie chocolate bar. 
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SkyCity to sue Fletcher Building over convention centre delays
Auckland-based casino operator SkyCity plans to file a $278 million suit against Fletcher Building over alleged losses stemming from the delayed construction of the New Zealand International Convention Centre.
Fonterra faces underpayments class action investigation
Fonterra may face a class action for allegedly underpaying lab technicians since 2018, as the dairy co-op seeks to offload its Australian food unit.
Judge questions ‘problematic’ difference in preeminent class action firms’ rates
A judge has balked at Maurice Blackburn's hourly rates in a jointly run class action against Treasury Wine Estates, questioning why the firm charged 20 per cent more than fellow preeminent class action firm Slater & Gordon. 
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Agincourt Hotel the third Sydney watering hole to change hands this month
Sydney pub the Agincourt Hotel, the home of Club 871 and live entertainment venue The Alley, has been sold to an investor group with plans to refurbish. 
Treasury Wine settlement costs top $27M in no win, no fee class action
Shareholders are set to pocket 58 per cent of a $65 million settlement in a class action against Treasury Wine Estates if the deal is approved by a court at a hearing this month.
Momofuku restaurant loses challenge to instant Ramen maker’s trade mark
Famed restaurant chain Momofuku has lost its challenge to the ‘Momofuku’ word mark of instant noodle giant Nissin, with IP Australia finding consumers were not likely to be deceived or confused because of the different goods and services provided by the two companies.
Fonterra to appeal ruling over Bega trade mark licences
Dairy company Fonterra is reportedly challenging a court's refusal to give it certainty over lucrative licence agreements with Bega Cheese as it pursues a sale of its Australian business.
Hungry Jack’s pays $150K penalty over Garfield kids meal toy
Hungry Jack's has paid over $150,000 in penalties for allegedly breaking the Australian Consumer Law by failing to comply with button battery standards with its 'burping Garfield' kids meal toy.