Court won’t vacate trial against law firm, barrister, despite consent from all sides

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A judge has refused to vacate a trial next month in a case against a law firm and a barrister by a former client, despite the agreement of all parties to push off the hearing.

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Hells Angels member settles defamation case against News Corp

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News Corp has agreed to removed posts that allegedly defamed a senior member of the Hells Angels bikie gang by labelling him a “cocaine kingpin” and “fugitive from justice”.

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Fresh success for Myer, Emporium landlord after $82.5M stamp duty win

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Victoria’s State Revenue Office must pay the bulk of costs incurred by shopping centre landlord Vicinity in a successful challenge to $82.5 million in stamp duty slapped on land occupied by Myer and Emporium in Melbourne’s city centre.

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EPA secures landmark $18M agreement with Port Kembla Copper

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The NSW Environmental Protection Agency and the owner of a disused copper smelter in Port Kembla, NSW have agreed to an $18 million enforceable undertaking to address copper contamination in the area, which could affect close to 400 homes. 

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‘A no brainer’: National licensing plan for electricians gets thumbs up from builders

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The federal Treasurer’s proposed national licensing scheme for electricians is a welcome move that will cut red tape and increase productivity, Master Builders Australia has said.

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Fortrend challenges ruling on bonuses for Shaw & Partners defectors

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Fortrend Securities has appealed a finding that it breached the Fair Work Act in withholding the bonuses of two financial advisors who jumped to rival Shaw & Partners.

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GM defeats class action over decision to retire Holden brand

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General Motors has defeated a class action by Australian car dealers over its decision to retire the Holden brand, with a judge finding the car maker did not breach its agreements.

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