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When Private Becomes Public: Inside the Case Shaping Australia’s Privacy Future Australia’s first privacy tort judgment has landed, marking a pivotal moment in the evolution of Australia’s privacy law. The District Court of NSW granted urgent injunctions over the misuse of private wedding photos, offering the first real insight into how courts will apply the new statutory tort for serious invasions of privacy. Hear from Partner Marlia Saunders and Lawyer Harry Brown as they unpack what this decision means for individuals, corporations, and the media. https://lnkd.in/g9gkxxN7 #PrivacyLaw #MediaLaw #CyberSecurity 

We are thrilled to share that our team was recently recognised with the Strata Services Business Award at the SCA (ACT) 2025 CHU Strata Community Association ACT Excellence Awards.   A huge thank you to our talented team and valued clients, as this achievement reflects our shared commitment to excellence in strata law and the property sector.   A special mention to Partner Shelley Mulherin, whose leadership and advocacy were instrumental in this recognition.   Shelley's 4 years of service as SCA (ACT) President, her role in shaping strata reform, and her ongoing dedication to professional development, continue to elevate both our firm and the wider strata community.   Congratulations team!   #StrataCommunity #ExcellenceAwards #SCAACT #PropertyLaw 

Our team is on the ground in Singapore this week for the Asia-Pacific Agri-Food Innovation Summit, as part of Singapore International Agri-Food Week 🌏🌾 Partner Andrew Chalet and Special Counsel Dr Peytee Grusche, joined global leaders shaping the future of sustainable food systems across the Asia-Pacific region. #AgriBusiness #AgriFoodInnovation #Sustainability

Another powerhouse joins our national Employment, Workplace Relations and Safety team. Welcome Jane Hall!   Chief Executive Partner Adrian Tembel says: "Jane’s appointment significantly strengthens our national Workplace & Employment capability. Her deep specialist expertise in work health and safety will bolster our service to clients across Property, Construction and Government sectors. Jane’s combination of legal excellence and regulatory insight aligns perfectly with our focus on being a top-tier challenger firm offering true depth in specialist disciplines.”

Copper deal shines bright in Cloncurry We’re proud to have advised Cor Cordis on the successful completion of a Deed of Company Arrangement with Austral Resources, securing the sale of Copper Resources Australia and its Rocklands copper project near Cloncurry as a going concern. The transaction delivers an $18 million return to creditors and a pathway for continued operations, supported by Austral’s $40 million capital raising. Congratulations to Partner David Church, with Partner Cameron White, Special Counsel Caroline Spencer, and Senior Associate @Melissa Oliveri, for their work on this complex and significant outcome.   https://lnkd.in/ge43eNhW   #MiningLaw #CapitalRaising #RocklandsProject

Last Friday, our Brisbane office turned pink for a great cause 💕 We hosted a Pink Ribbon Morning Tea in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, raising funds for vital breast cancer research. From pink outfits to pink treats, our team came together to show support for the National Breast Cancer Foundation. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who contributed, donated, and wore pink with pride. #PinkRibbon #BreastCancerAwareness #NationalBreastCancerFoundation

Adelaide S.W.A.T. – Activated 🗸  On Tuesday night we hosted the inaugural Adelaide S.W.A.T. | Senior Women at Thomsons event – our new series for senior female executives, business leaders and in-house counsel. S.W.A.T. is our playful nod to “special weapons and tactics” and this session armed our guests with something even more powerful: executive presence. Co-hosted by Partners Annabel West and Fiona Stapleton, with special guest Belinda Heggen from FLUENT Media, the evening explored how to communicate with clarity, confidence and authority, both in and beyond the boardroom. With Partner, Markets & Chair Loretta Reynolds opening the evening, the conversation flowed, ideas sparked, and the energy was contagious. If this was our first mission, we’d call it a success! Bring on the next operation! #WomenInBusiness #Leadership #Networking #WomenInLaw #SWAT

When flexible work requests go wrong: key lessons for employers A new Fair Work Commission ruling has stirred plenty of discussion about working from home, but Partner Mark Branagan says the real message is clear: employers must get the process right. In this article, Mark unpacks the implications for employers and outlines how to stay compliant and avoid the pitfalls seen in this recent case. https://lnkd.in/gz-s5t_4 #EmploymentLaw #WorkplaceLaw #FlexibleWork #FairWorkAct #WFH

Our office was glowing (and smelling amazing!) as we celebrated Diwali, the Festival of Lights. ✨ We marked the occasion with a vibrant morning tea in our Sydney office, with an incredible spread of dishes - a perfect way to embrace the spirit of joy, light and togetherness that Diwali represents. #Diwali #FestivalOfLights Nora Minassian Brett Boon Liam McIllhatton Sanushka Seomangal Venkatesh Ananthakrishnan Zoe Faraj Pari Sawale Jacquie Seemann Arjunan Puveendran

On Tuesday we were delighted to host the Women In Media Australia (WiM) annual Strategy Day in our Sydney office, ending with a round table “WiM’s Impact on the Industry,” joined by our own Marlia Saunders. It's an honour to partner with and support such an important, volunteer-based organisation, which is doing wonderful things to support women working across all facets of the media industry and to achieve gender equity. Beverley McGarvey Deborah Richards Natalie Harvey Dee Madigan Megan Brownlow Vanessa Liell Anita Jacoby AM, MAICD Kym Middleton Bridget Fair GAICD Nicole M. Pooja Patel Anna Draffin Petra Buchanan GAICD #WomenInMedia #WomenInLeadership #LeadershipInMedia #Networking