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Press Release | New Partner Appointment — Nicholas Dale
“This is an exciting time for Swaab and our Litigation and Insolvency team. Our success has come from putting our people and clients first and by making strategic appointments that build on our strong focus on culture, wellbeing and client service. This appointment will serve to bolster our already impressive…
Michael Byrnes is quoted in the HRM Online article, “How effective are the FWO’s mandatory vaccine guidelines?”, published on 23 August
Michael Byrnes is quoted in the HRM Online article, “How effective are the FWO’s mandatory vaccine guidelines?”, published on 23 AugustTo read the full article click here …
Retail and Other Commercial Leases (COVID-19) Amendment Regulation 2021
Victoria has passed enabling legislation for another rent relief scheme for retail and commercial tenants. However, the specific details about how this new scheme will operate will be in the Regulations, which have not been published. As of the date of this update, no other State or Territory has announced…
Family Court merger to change the way we separate
Speaking to the legal profession, Family Court Chief Justice Will Alstergren detailed the plan for next month’s merger of the Family Court and the Federal Circuit Court of Australia (FCFCOA). These details include: One entry point to the new Court, which is to be renamed the Family Court and Federal Court…
Michael Byrnes is quoted in the article “Employers grapple with the great Covid vaccination question”, published in The Australian on 14 August 2021
Michael Byrnes is quoted in the article “Employers grapple with the great Covid vaccination question”, published in The Australian on 14 August 2021Read the full article here…
Reintroduction of National Cabinet’s Mandatory Code of Conduct for Commercial Leasing in NSW 14 Aug 21
NSW Government will reintroduce the National Cabinet’s Mandatory Code of Conduct for Commercial Leasing On 13 August 2021, the NSW Government announced it will reintroduce the National Cabinet’s Mandatory Code of Conduct for Commercial Leasing until 13 January 2022 mandating rent relief for eligible tenants impacted by Covid-19. The Retail and Other…
Michael Byrnes discussed mandatory workplace Covid-19 vaccination on Nights with John Stanley on 2GB and 4BC on 11 August 2021
Michael Byrnes discussed mandatory workplace Covid-19 vaccination on Nights with John Stanley on 2GB and 4BC on 11 August 2021.To listen to the full podcast click here…
Michael Byrnes is quoted in the Lawyers Weekly article, “How #auslaw can respond to national cabinet’s guidance on workplace vaccines”, 10 August 2021
Michael Byrnes is quoted in the Lawyers Weekly article, “How #auslaw can respond to national cabinet’s guidance on workplace vaccines”, published on 10 August 2021Read the full article here…
Michael Byrnes appeared on the Sky News report, “Vaccine mandate could be tipping point for employees”, on 6 August 2021
Michael Byrnes appeared on the Sky News report, “Vaccine mandate could be tipping point for employees”, on 6 August 2021. As Union leaders are warning mandating vaccines will lead to workers walking off the job across several industries already suffering from staff shortages. The prediction comes as more employers consider making the inoculation…
NSW Construction Industry Shut Down – Further Clarifications | 6 August 2021
In brief:certain works can recommence on construction sites which are deemed both unoccupied and occupied sites outside of ‘affected areas’.* While the restrictions on un-occupied construction sites have been relaxed somewhat, there are still heavy restrictions at occupied places of residence. Works performed at occupied places of residence must be ‘necessary’ and…