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The High Court has been asked to clarify the extent to which computer-implemented ideas are eligible for patent protection, with IP Australia appealing a win for gaming giant Aristocrat.
Macquarie sells Aligned Data Centers in $61B deal
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Macquarie Asset Management has sold its data centre business Aligned Data Centers to a consortium led by BlackRock subsidiary Global Infrastructure Partners in a landmark $61 billion deal.
Residential development exemptions added to new merger regime
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Leases and certain other land acquisitions will be exempt from the new mandatory merger control regime, in changes announced this week following feedback arising out of the transitional, voluntary phase.
Corrs Chambers helps ready Sunshine Coast Airport expansion for takeoff
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Corrs Chambers Westgarth has advised the Sunshine Coast Airport on financing to support its ambitious terminal expansion project.
National Retail Group picks up Rundle Mall building for $10.85M
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Adelaide’s historic 150 Rundle Mall has been sold for $10.85 million to National Retail Group, with plans for a large-scale refurbishment.
Developer Mayfield gets ACCC support in case against NSW Ports
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The competition regulator is seeking to intervene in Mayfield Development’s appeal to the High Court in a case the developer says could have “startling” consequences.
US commentator Candace Owens loses High Court visa challenge
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The High Court has upheld a decision to refuse a visa for conservative US commentator Candace Owens, finding the Migration Act’s character test did not infringe on the Constitution’s implied freedom of political communication.
Brookfield settles with manager who was axed on parental leave
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Brookfield Properties has admitted that it failed to follow procedures on consultation and redeployment when it made a senior manager redundant when she was on parental leave.
Queensland defamation bill to shield social media, boost court powers
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The Queensland government has introduced defamation reforms to bring it in line with other jurisdictions and prevent “forum shopping,” adding a new defence for social media platforms and increasing powers for courts.
King & Spalding launches in Australia with Sydney office
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New York-headquartered King & Spalding has launched an Australian practice, opening a Sydney office as a gateway to the firm’s global platform for Australian multinationals and clients with business in the region.