Managing flexible working arrangements: Lessons from the Westpac case
Flexible working arrangements are a hot topic in the media following the recent Fair Work Commission decision involving Westpac Bank (Karlene Chandler v Westpac Banking Corporation [2025] FWC 3115). Here's a snapshot explaining what flexible working arrangements are, common pitfalls for employers and learnings from the Westpac Case.
9 December 2025
Psychosocial hazards in the workplace: Victorian employers’ obligations
From 1 December 2025, Victoria’s new Occupational Health and Safety (Psychological Health) Regulations 2025 came into effect.
2 December 2025
The future of sunscreen regulation in Australia: Industry perspectives
On 21 November 2025, Accord (the voice of the hygiene, cosmetic, and personal care industry in Australia), brought together industry leaders, regulatory experts, and manufacturers to discuss the regulatory landscape of sunscreens in Australia.
2 December 2025
The science of staying power: Building loyalty with Miranda Bliss
For the fourth episode of season two of Legally Consumed, our hosts were joined by Miranda Bliss, a marketing and loyalty expert whose career spans leading consumer brands across sectors from beauty to premium appliances.
20 November 2025
The Government’s review of AI and consumer law: What manufacturers and retailers need to know
The Australian Government recently released its final report on how the Australian Consumer Law (ACL) applies to AI-enabled goods and services. Here’s a summary of the report’s findings and our take on the implications for manufacturers and retailers of consumer goods.
18 November 2025
Accelerating change: 2025 automotive insights and the road ahead for 2026
The automotive industry is moving fast. From electrification to evolving regulations and a fast increase in new market entrants, the industry is navigating a changing landscape. Drawing on our work advising automotive industry participants, we have identified five key trends shaping the sector and the legal considerations behind them.
13 November 2025