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Third tranche of IR reforms on the way: Part 1 of Closing Loopholes Bill passed

  A substantial part of the controversial Closing Loopholes Bill was passed last week, following a surprise deal made between the Government and independent Senators. The Bill was originally introduced to Parliament on 4 September, intended to close 'loopholes' that undermine pay and...

New planning controls for wind farm developments

The proposed changes include: assessment criteria to better protect threatened species and habitats; requirements for erosion and run off planning, particularly during the construction phase, and rehabilitation of areas not needed for operations; decommissioning...