25 Feb 2026

Early Contractor Involvement (ECI): A practical snapshot for contractors

A practical snapshot of Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) for contractors, including key risks, design liability, IP considerations and safeguards to protect your commercial interests.

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16 Feb 2026

The Cyber Alliance Group hosts "Cyber Readiness Roundtable: Practical Strategies for Business Leaders"

Last week, DMAW Lawyers hosted a group of senior business leaders for an interactive “Cyber Readiness Roundtable” and discussion facilitated by the Cyber Alliance Group (DMAW Lawyers, Digital Trace Australia and Comunet).

13 Feb 2026

2026 AHA|SA Corporate Partner celebration dinner

On behalf of DMAW Lawyers, Abby-Rose Hill was pleased to attend the Australian Hotels Association - SA Branch (AHA|SA) annual dinner,

12 Feb 2026

Australia’s new mandatory merger control regime – are you ready for it?

Australia’s new mandatory merger control regime commenced on 1 January 2026. It replaces the previous voluntary system and is designed to identify and prevent anti-competitive acquisitions.

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9 Feb 2026

Battle of the Forms Australia: Does the Last Shot Rule Apply?

This article explores the ‘battle of the forms’, how the last shot rule operates in commercial transactions, when it may not apply under Australian law, and how businesses can avoid disputes.

4 Feb 2026

OAIC’s privacy compliance sweep – lessons from the Optus privacy proceedings

Optus faces OAIC legal action over its 2022 data breach. Learn what tougher privacy laws mean for Australian businesses and how to stay compliant.

23 Jan 2026

Whistleblower governance - Legal requirements and practical compliance under the Corporations Act

A practical guide for Australian businesses on meeting whistleblower obligations under the Corporations Act 2001, including policy, training, and compliance tips.

12 Jan 2026

Managing the hiring of contractors: Navigating employee vs contractor classifications

Learn how to manage contractor hiring under Australia’s updated Fair Work Act. Avoid costly mistakes in employee vs contractor classifications.

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19 Dec 2025

DMAW Lawyers' end of year celebration 2025

DMAW Lawyers marked another successful year of achieving outstanding results for our clients with a staff celebration at Hello Neighbour / Artusi by Night, a premier Italian restaurant and gnoccheria in Hyde Park.

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