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The 2023-24 Federal Budget has attracted mixed reactions from across the mining sector, particularly in the critical minerals space. In this article we break down the key budget measures affecting the mining industry, the implications for sector players, and what we’ll be looking for in the coming months. Read more
On 16 March 2023, the European Commission (EU Commission) published its Critical Raw Materials Act Proposal (the Proposal). This is proposed legislation aimed at securing access for the European Union (EU) to a sustainable supply of critical minerals. Read more
By Timothy Stutt and Isabella Kelly On 12 December 2022, the Australian Government released a consultation paper seeking views on the design and implementation of a mandatory climate-related financial reporting regime in Australia. Read more
On 2 December 2022, the landmark Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Secure Jobs, Better Pay) Bill 2022 (Bill) passed both houses of Parliament. On 6 December 2022, the Bill received royal assent and became the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Secure Jobs, Better Pay) Act 2022 (Act). Read more
By Jay Leary and Jaya Prasad Summary Global investment in the clean energy transition has placed increased demand pressures on critical minerals supply chain Australia is already a key player in the critical minerals market but there is further opportunity to expand Australia’s offering to the global market Key risks include geological scarcity, sovereign and … Read more
By Anna Creegan, Rachel Lee and Calvin Rokich On 21 September 2022 the WA Government tabled its response (Response) to the ‘Enough is Enough’ report (Report) made by the Western Australian Parliament’s Community Development and Justice Standing Committee following the Inquiry into sexual harassment against women in the FIFO mining industry (Inquiry). Read more
On 27 September 2022, the Anti-Discrimination and Human Rights Legislation Amendment (Respect at Work) Bill 2022 (Bill) was introduced into the House of Representatives. The much-anticipated Bill proposes to implement seven of the remaining legislative recommendations from the 2020 Jenkins’ Respect@Work Report. Read more
By Melanie Debenham, Naomi Hutchings and Nigel Amigh A recent decision of the Supreme Court of South Australia has reinforced the significance of Aboriginal cultural heritage issues in the process of obtaining approvals for mining and exploration activities. In Dare, Bilney & Ors v Kelaray Pty Ltd, Premier of South Australia [2022] SASC 91 (Dare … Read more
By Mark Smyth, Heidi Asten, Tim Stutt, Maxine Byrne and Jane Wang As the commercial landscape responds to growing societal interest in ESG issues, resource companies must adapt to changing expectations on how to manage and disclose their climate strategies and risks. Read more