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Queensland’s financial assurance reforms up in the air
As part of the Queensland Government’s crackdown on financial assurance (FA) and rehabilitation in the resources sector, the Mineral and Energy Resources …
EU unveils proposals for toughened security screening of foreign investments
As states race to usher in tighter security controls on foreign takeovers, we assess the EU's new framework for screening FDIOn 13 September 2017 the EU …
South African mining industry blindsided by Mining Charter III
Much controversy has surrounded the Reviewed Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Charter for the South African Mining Industry (“Mining Charter III”). …
Queensland environmental laws trump Commonwealth Corporations Act, liquidators are ’executive officers’
Today the Queensland Supreme Court confirmed that the liquidators of an insolvent company are ‘executive officers’ of that company under Queensland’s …
Environmental ‘chain of responsibility’ draft statutory guideline released for consultation: The path clears ahead – but is it paved with certainty?
Today the Queensland Government released a draft statutory guideline to help clarify when ‘chain of responsibility’ EPOs (CoRA EPOs) will be issued under …
The evolution of the precautionary principle in Latin America
Recent events in Maricunga are a good example of the evolution of the precautionary principle in Chile.It will be it will be interesting to see what the …
Understanding the calculation of native title compensation in Timber Creek
In brief The Federal Court of Australia has provided a framework for the calculation of compensation for the extinguishment or impairment of native …
Sweeping changes proposed to NSW biodiversity and native vegetation legislation
The NSW Government has proposed a complete overhaul of biodiversity and land clearing legislation. The amendments envisage the repeal of existing …
Are environmental laws stifling innovation?
The mining industry faces increasing pressure from governments and communities to reduce the environmental impacts of mining operations. In response, the …
Landholders have increased power to withhold consent from mining companies for access and exploration rights
In brief The Land and Environment Court has significantly expanded the scope of improvements to land that can constitute a ‘significant improvement’ …
ASX Consultation Paper new admission requirements for listed entities
We have reviewed ASX's consultation paper and summarised the proposed changes to its requirements for admission to the ASX official list.In brief ASX …
Back to the future: Proposed changes to the vegetation management framework in Queensland still causing controversy
The Vegetation Management (Reinstatement) and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2016 (Qld) (VMROLA Bill) was introduced into Queensland Parliament on 17 …
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