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The Federal Court’s $5.8M ACL decision signals a new era for privacy, cybersecurity, and governance in Australia. It reinforces that privacy and cyber obligations start Day 1 of any acquisition, governance failures will be scrutinised, and accountability cannot be outsourced. Boards must ensure robust oversight, deep cyber due diligence, and forensic incident response. With OAIC escalating regulatory enforcement, organisations face heightened legal, financial, and reputational risks.

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In the mid-sized business space, the conversation around carbon reporting has shifted rapidly from a compliance ‘tick box’ to a genuine commercial lever. While the regulatory landscape is certainly a catalyst, what’s most striking is how mid-sized businesses are engaging with these requirements, not just to meet obligations, but to unlock value. There’s been a shift from compliance to commercial opportunity.

In June this year, APRA published its eight proposed changes to its governance prudential standards. We have summarised APRA’s updated/clarified position and provided guidance on some steps that boards should be doing to prepare for the revised standards.

On 30 October 2025, the Federal Court (Hespe J) handed down its decision in YTL Power Investments Limited v Commissioner of Taxation, finding for the Applicant and providing important guidance on the interpretation of ‘taxable Australian real property’ under Division 855 of the Income Tax Assessment Act 1997 (Cth) (ITAA 1997).

There continues to be a spotlight on trust and integrity within the professional services industry. From our perspective, these have always been critical considerations.

From 1 July 2026, superannuation guarantee contributions must be paid on payday, with funds reaching employees’ accounts within 7 business days. This replaces the current quarterly payment cycle and means 15 months of super payments will be made in a 12-month period – a major shift in cash flow management.

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ASIC Commissioner Alan Kirkland outlines key regulatory priorities in the credit sector, focusing on responsible lending, dispute resolution, and protecting vulnerable consumers from misconduct.

Currently, the higher education section is experiencing an evolving risk landscape. As the sector faces mounting pressures – from staff wellbeing to cyber threats – resilience is no longer optional. So how can leaders prepare for the next wave of challenges?

The Australian Federal Budget for 2026-27 will be handed down in May 2026, the first budget since Labor's re-election in 2025.

A global perspective on evolving real estate and construction markets, focusing on housing affordability, emerging asset classes, and sustainability. Gain insights from Grant Thornton’s experts across Australia and the UK help leaders navigate uncertainty and adapt investment strategies.