Historically, whistleblowers have played an important role in calling out corporate misconduct and potential harm to consumers and the community. There is even an annual International Whistleblower Day to recognise the positive contribution of whistleblowers in...
Is your company’s anti-corruption and bribery program ready for the impact of the NACC? In July of 2023, the commencement of the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) saw the culmination of a decades long battle against bribery and corruption in...
As the landscape of corporate social responsibility continues to evolve, and ESG continues its trajectory as a key strategic objective, businesses must remain committed and vigilant in addressing modern slavery risks. In Australia, the Modern Slavery Act 2018 (Cth)...
Change is coming On the 16th February 2023, the Attorney-General’s Department released the long-awaited report on its Review (Review) of the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) (Privacy Act). Just shy of 320 pages, and incorporating no less than 116 separate proposals, the...
In today’s crowded and hyper-competitive marketplace, the term ‘ESG’ has become critical to businesses looking to distinguish themselves and get ahead. But how much do you truly know and understand about key ESG factors and how to demonstrate commitment to...
Unless you spent the end of September 2022 on a digital detox, you would know by now about the Optus data breach. On the afternoon of Thursday 22 September 2022, a national public holiday held to mark the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, headlines began appearing that...