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Data Wars - Part I: Tortious invasions of privacy
The Australian Government has confirmed its commitment to introduce a new direct right of action for breaches of the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) (the Act) or the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs), and a statutory tort for serious invasions of privacy.
12 July 2024
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New Environmentally Sustainable requirements for Commonwealth procurement of construction services
The Environmentally Sustainable Procurement Policy (the ESP) came into effect on 1 July 2024. This brings the Commonwealth government’s approach to procurement closer to Australia’s commitment to net zero by 2050.
12 July 2024
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High-speed rail network: Call for registrations of interest
The High Speed Rail Authority (Authority), as part of their commitment to industry engagement, invites Australian and international businesses, advisors, and industry bodies to register interest in shaping the future high-speed rail (HSR) network along Australia’s east coast.
10 July 2024
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First CIRMP annual reports under the SOCI Act - due soon
Responsible entities who are subject to the Security of Critical Infrastructure (Critical infrastructure risk management program) Rules (LIN 23/006) 2023 (CIRMP Rules) are required to submit their first annual report within 90 days of the end of the financial year (by 28 September 2024). Responsible entities should now be taking steps to prepare the annual report to ensure it is ready to submit by the deadline.
10 July 2024
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New rules for Commonwealth Government contracts
Day 1 of the new Financial Year saw a revised set of procurement rules (here) adopted which contain some material, but unsurprising, changes that covered entities must comply with.
10 July 2024
