Pixelated privacy: Key obligations for organisations using tracking technologies

OAIC determinations clarify privacy obligations for organisations using tracking pixels.

The Maddocks View: Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation (EPBC) Act reforms: Tranches 1 and 2 now in effect

Targeted changes are now in place for approvals, strategic assessments, information sharing and advisory processes.

Building reforms continue in Victoria: Amendments that commenced on 1 July 2026 and other upcoming changes to building legislation

Extensive reforms to Victoria’s building regulatory landscape continue.

The Reform of the Future Acts Regime: Recommendations of the Australian Law Reform Commission

In June, the Attorney-General tabled the Australian Law Reform Commission’s Final Report...

Native Title, Future Acts and the implications of Yindjibarndi Ngurra Aboriginal Corporation v State of Western Australia (No 2) [2026] FCA 585

The Court addressed the proper approach to assessing both economic and cultural loss.

Preparing for a Royal Commission: why early action, clear narratives and collaboration matter

Participation requires much more than a legal response.

Maddocks promotes 14 to Special Counsel

The appointments form part of Maddocks’ FY27 promotions.

Stronger Communities Bill 2026: What councils need to know about CEO employment changes and the Fair Jobs Code

Changes to employment arrangements for Council CEOs and the framework provided for the Local Government Fair Jobs Code.

‘Life’s Good’ for LG after appeal win in faulty fridge face-off

When does a local distributor of goods who has no knowledge of any product defects breach its duty of care to consumers?

A governance reset: Key changes under the Stronger Communities Bill 2026

On 18 June, the Local Government Legislation Amendment Bill 2026 was read in Parliament for a second time.

Continuing to Bend It Like Bendel: the High Court confirms unpaid present entitlements are not always to be considered ‘loans’ under Division 7A

Victoria introduces ‘right to work from home’ legislation: What employers need to know

Victoria steps towards becoming the first Australian jurisdiction to legislate a statutory right to work from home.

Maddocks advances its AI strategy by rolling out Harvey enterprise-wide

The announcement marks another significant milestone in the firm’s journey to embed AI into daily workflows.

Gender-based undervaluation reviews of SCHADS and HPSS Awards

Gender-based undervaluation changes to the SCHADS and HPSS Awards: key dates and actions for NFP employers

Negotiating Hotel Management Arrangements: What developers need to know about risk, control, and value

We explore in detail the key issues that developers may face going down this route.

Maddocks advises Shore on strategic affiliation with Mosman Preparatory School

Advising Shore on due diligence, structure, regulatory compliance & implementation of its affiliation with Mosman Prep.

Automated decision making – is your agency ready for December’s new privacy obligations?

Agencies subject to Privacy Act and APP must update their privacy policies to include information on their use of ADM

Maddocks announces 2026 promotions across the firm

Maddocks will promote 96 people across legal and Shared Services teams from 1 July, reflecting the firm’s growth.

Beyond Compliance: Preparing for the New APP Regime from December

Organisations must update their privacy policies to include information on their use of automated decision-making.

Maddocks announces appointment of three new partners

Maddocks has promoted three new partners – Billy Gialamas, Elizabeth Ireland and Meredith Kennedy.