Freehills’ popular guide Doing business in Australia has just been updated. ‘Doing business in Australia is a necessary starting point for those wanting to invest in Australia. Our guide helps foreign companies understand the regulatory environment for investing in Australia,’ said John Curtis, International Managing Partner.
The second edition is larger and offers greater insight for foreign companies considering investment opportunities and business operations in Australia. Given that law and business practices in Australia are constantly changing or subject to different interpretations, the publication of this new edition is a timely one.
The book provides an overview of the laws, rules and business practices involved in doing business in Australia. Topics covered include: banking regulation, business acquisitions, consumer protection and product liability, environmental and planning regulation and foreign investment regulation. ‘Investors need to understand the regulatory hurdles to satisfy the Foreign Investment Review Board,’ said Mr Curtis. ‘It’s a good idea for investors to read the guide because it addresses all the basic elements and gives companies confidence in understanding Australia’s legal system and the economic environment.’
A new chapter on Australia’s natural resources sector will be of great interest. ‘It thoroughly examines the major changes in the energy and resources sector which are so important for new investors in this field,’ continued Mr Curtis. The chapter reviews the diverse nature of Australia’s resources, including the wide range of commercial opportunities for ventures such as exploiting minerals directly, establishing mineral processing industries and providing technical expertise, services and equipment to the industry.
In addition, important changes have taken place in industrial and employment law. A comprehensive chapter on the recently introduced Forward with Fairness reforms gives valuable insight for all wanting to set up a new business in Australia. A new chapter on immigration has been written by Freehills alumnus and immigration expert, Robert Walsh. It details the latest developments in Australia’s visa system and the optimum pathways for non-citizens to gain entry for business and employment.
Copies of the book can be purchased and the proceeds will be directed to the Freehills Foundation for distribution to charities assisting homeless and disadvantaged young people.
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