Historical ties bind Australia and the UK – but the legal systems have evolved to be very different, particularly in financial regulation and industrial relations.  

Chris Brown and guest Nigel Clark discuss the UK and Australian markets. There are plenty of opportunities for UK companies looking to invest, while challenges include making incorrect assumptions about the Australian legal landscape and navigating Australia’s foreign investment approvals process.

Mark Dunphy⁠, Jacqui Barrett and Ben Hamilton discuss key issues US investors need to navigate when investing in Australia. They explore the sectors currently attracting US investors, the growing influence of the Foreign Investment Review Board (FIRB) on cross-border deals and the impact of Australia’s new merger clearance regime – including the serious risk of a deal being declared void if investors don’t comply.

Alison Choy Flannigan and Nathan Luker, co-founder of Your Call, unpack the new whistleblowing obligations for aged care providers under the new Aged Care Act, commencing 1 November 2025. They discuss internal vs external reporting pathways, confidentiality requirements and what providers must do now to comply – from updating policies to building a culture that supports safe disclosures.

Jacqueline McGrath and Sara Shahin discuss the evolving role of the Tax Practitioners Board (TPB) – from changes to the Tax Agent Services Act to new code obligations and what triggers a TPB review. They break down breach reporting requirements, extended investigation timeframes and what tax practitioners should be doing now to stay ahead.

Partner and Head of Cyber Eden Winokur⁠⁠⁠ and barrister Tamir Maltz explore the use of cyber injunctions in Australia in response to data breaches. The discussion includes how they work, when to seek them and the value they offer victims of data breaches. They also discuss non-publication orders, class action risk and how Australia compares with the UK in the use of cyber injunctions. 

In raising default assessments, the Commissioner of Taxation may utilise the ‘asset betterment’ methodology to deem an amount to which tax will be payable. Jacqueline McGrath and Lloyd Miller explain the methodology and outline what sort of mistakes taxpayers commonly make in challenging these assessments.

Nathan Kennedy, Alison Choy Flannigan and guest Alex Green from Loom Consulting explore the drivers behind not-for-profit mergers – from regulatory pressures to funding and leadership change – and share practical guidance on how boards can navigate mergers with clarity, care and purpose.

Frank Hinoporos⁠ and Bradley White uncover the hidden traps in state taxes – covering land tax, payroll tax and stamp duty quirks that continue to catch businesses off guard across different jurisdictions.

Todd Bromwich and Frank Hinoporos discuss why strong corporate tax governance matters – and how in-house legal and boards can build a framework that protects against financial, legal and reputational risk. 

⁠Alison Choy Flannigan⁠ is joined by Alison Daly-Thomson, Michael Tangonan and Maxine Evers to discuss how inclusive recruitment can support greater cultural diversity in the legal profession. They explore barriers facing graduate lawyers and students and share practical ways firms and universities can foster belonging and representation.

Ilona Strong and Angela Brookes discuss when an injury may be considered to have occurred in the course of employment. They outline two real-world scenarios and explore how workplace boundaries, conduct and employer instructions shape claim outcomes.

⁠⁠Juliet O'Brien⁠⁠ and Lizzy Goldfinch explore how women can define their purpose and bring all aspects of wealth planning together. They discuss legacy, values and the importance of aligning financial, legal and personal decisions to support what matters most.

Stephanie Driscoll and Ben Clarke join ⁠Ilona Strong⁠ to discuss how WA and SA determine whether an injury may be considered work-related. They outline two real-world scenarios and explore how workplace boundaries, conduct and employer instructions shape claim outcomes. 

⁠Juliet O'Brien⁠ and Chloe Rattray explore how women can use legal tools like binding financial agreements to protect their assets and financial voice. They discuss why asset protection matters, how to navigate conversations about financial agreements and the power of planning ahead – before, during or after a relationship.  

Rebecca Huleatt and Kate Frost join Ilona Strong to discuss how no-fault schemes in the Australian Capital Territory and Northern Territory influence workplace injury claims. They outline two real-world scenarios and explore how workplace boundaries, conduct and employer instructions shape claim outcomes. 

Juliet O'Brien and Laura Peressini discuss how financial planning can help women build confidence and take control of their future. They explore superannuation, wealth strategies and the importance of knowing your financial position.

Ilona Strong and Andrew Stamp examine how Victorian self-insurers should assess whether a workplace injury occurred in the course of employment. They walk through two real-world scenarios and discuss how factors such as workplace boundaries, worker conduct and employer instructions can influence claim outcomes.

Juliet O’Brien and Emma Woolley discuss why estate planning is essential for women at every stage of life. They explore wills, powers of attorney and trusts and explain how major life changes – like divorce or loss – should trigger a review of your legal affairs.

Ilona Strong and Olivia Raiman discuss how NSW law applies to injuries at or around the workplace. They outline two real-world scenarios and explore how workplace boundaries, conduct and employer instructions shape claim outcomes.

⁠Eden Winokur⁠⁠ and ⁠James Finlay⁠, from Coveware, a ransomware incident response company, discuss one of the biggest cybersecurity questions: should you pay a ransomware demand? They outline the scenarios where organisations may consider a payment, why cyber criminals are not to be trusted, the regulators’ view, including where it is a criminal offence to pay a ransom demand, and Australia’s mandatory ransom payment reporting regime, the first of its kind in the world.