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King & Wood Mallesons advises Transgrid on connecting first renewable energy zone
King & Wood Mallesons has advised Transgrid on a project to connect the country's first renewable energy zone to NSW's energy grid.
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BaptistCare can use Five Dock social housing as security, court finds
A court has clarified that BaptistCare Community Housing can use a social housing property in Five Dock to secure a loan from Housing Australia for improvements at the site. 
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Gold Road Resources agrees to $3.7B takeover
Australian mining company Gold Road Resources has agreed to a $3.7 billion takeover by South African mining company Gold Fields.
Funder behind failed class action against Quintis director, EY fights costs order
The funder that backed a failed shareholder class action against an ex-Quintis director and EY is fighting a bid for a third-party costs order, arguing such orders shouldn't be imposed on funders where there is no doubt they will pay up.
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Corrs wears all hats in advising on landmark PPP for renewable energy zone
In a "unique approach" to public-private partnerships, Corrs Chambers Westgarth has advised the sponsors and contractors on a landmark project for Australia's first renewable energy zone. 
Linchpin investors to get $7.2M in class action settlement with AIG
An investor class action against failed advisory firm Linchpin Capital has sought court approval of a $12.15 million settlement with insurer AIG, which will leave 176 group members to share in $7.2 million after deductions.
ACCC accuses LDV of misleading consumers about cars’ durability
The ACCC has taken car importer LDV to court for allegedly representing to consumers that certain car models were durable and suitable for off-road conditions, when in reality they were prone to rusting within five years of purchase.
Clorox hit with $8.25M penalty for greenwashing
Clorox has been hit with a $8.25 million penalty for representing to consumers that certain GLAD garbage bags were sourced from plastic fished from the ocean.
High Court to hear designer’s trade mark fight with Katy Perry
The High Court has agreed to hear an Australian fashion designer's appeal in a long-running trade mark dispute with pop star Katy Perry.
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Herbert Smith Freehills poaches real estate partner from Corrs
Herberts Smith Freehills has bolstered its real estate group, snagging a Corrs Chambers Westgarth partner with expertise in complex real estate transactions.