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  • Feature A super shake up

    Content Type: CDM Article

    01 Jul 2010

    A series of reform proposals could shake up the superannuation industry. Janine Mace details those of interest to directors. A super shake up Likely super reforms A higher Superannuation Guarantee rate could affect remuneration practices Changes in default fund rules could affect c...

  • ASIC Report November 09

    Content Type: CDM Article

    01 Nov 2009

    Michael Kingston provides some recent examples of how ASIC has used enforcement to promote good governance. Enforcing good governance The Australia Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) and AICD share a similar goal – to achieve the highest standards of governance and directorship...

  • Directors Counsel The doctrine of equitable contribution

    Content Type: CDM Article

    01 Sep 2009

    Professor Bob Baxt reviews a recent case that exposes the difficulties of superimposing personal obligations in the context of a company structure. The doctrine of equitable contribution It is a trite observation that under Australian law, when a company is created, even though the compa...

  • Feature The dangers of advisory boards Aug 08

    Content Type: CDM Article

    01 Aug 2008

    There’s no hiding behind the title of advisor. Ben McLaughlin and Antonia Abelson warn that being on an advisory board may come with fiduciary obligations. The dangers of advisory boards We predict a growing trend in Australia for people to be invited to join an advisory...

  • Law Reporter

    Content Type: CDM Article

    01 May 2006

    Professor Bob Baxt provides an overview of recent court decisions affecting the role and responsibility of directors. Many of the matters examined in the Law Reporter are discussed in greater detail in The Baxt Report published by Thomson Publishing. Directors in conflic...