The Equality Amendment (LGBTIQA+) Act 2024 will come into effect on 1 July 2025. The amendment removes the requirement for gender affirmation surgery to update a birth certificate. This change represents a significant reform in how legal identity is determined and recorded. It marks a shift in the treatment of gender identity within administrative law …
Hate speech laws have long been a subject of debate in NSW. The NSW Government is currently considering amendments to section 93Z of the Crimes Act. Proposed reforms seek to increase penalties for hate-motivated offences. The prospect of these changes has sparked discussion among legal practitioners and the public alike. This article examines the proposed …
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From 1 January 2025, intentional wage underpayment will be a criminal offence under the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth). From 1 January 2025, intentional wage underpayment will be a criminal offence under the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth). These reforms mark a significant step in wage underpayment criminalisation, holding employers accountable for deliberately underpaying workers. …
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Ensuring Consumer Law Compliance under the Australian Consumer Law (ACL) is a critical responsibility for businesses. The ACCC has increased its focus on misleading practices, especially refund policies and consumer rights. Companies that breach the ACL face penalties, reputational harm, and loss of trust. This article outlines ACL obligations and recent ACCC enforcement actions. It …
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