Medibank could face $21.5 trillion fine over data theft
The Australian Information Commissioner will take Medibank to court over a 2022 data breach, seeking penalties that could reach into the trillions of dollars.
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At the coalface: traditional owners demand protection
Traditional owners are pursuing a legal challenge involving Adani's Carmichael mine, seeking to force the Queensland government to protect a sacred site.
Torres Strait elders fear becoming climate refugees
Torres Strait Islanders are challenging the Commonwealth for failing to act on climate change, with closing arguments underway in a Federal Court case.
Uber settles taxi court battle for $272 million
Uber has agreed to settle a long-running court battle for $271.8 million, finally giving taxi and hire car drivers the compensation they deserve, lawyers say.
Indigenous groups and gas giants promised clearer rules
A failed legal bid to stop the construction of an underwater gas pipeline has sparked a promise for clearer rules around consultations with traditional owners.
‘One pull of the trigger’: Higgins’ fiance to Wilkinson
Brittany Higgins' partner David Sharaz discussed going after the "Liberal Party machine" in an initial email sent to Lisa Wilkinson about breaking the story.
National Parks’ get-out-of-jail-free card in High Court
The High Court has begun hearing a case to decide whether the Commonwealth can avoid criminal penalties for damaging sacred sites in the Northern Territory.
Hasler tackles Sea Eagles in court stoush over sacking
Premiership-winning rugby league coach Des Hasler is taking his former club to court over its decision to terminate his contract early.
Controversial cultural heritage laws dumped in backflip
The West Australian government has scrapped controversial laws designed to protect Aboriginal cultural heritage following months of anger among farmers.
Calls for special investigator as Lawyer X sues cops
Barrister Nicola Gobbo is suing Victoria Police, claiming officers were negligent and put her safety at risk.
Concussion class action could be $1b headache for AFL
Margalit Injury Lawyers has launched a class action against the AFL over on behalf of players who suffered concussion-related injuries over almost 40 years.
Qld pilot guilty of illegally flying MPs
A Queensland pilot who flew state and federal members of Katter's Australia Party without an air operator's certificate has been found guilty on 13 charges.
Pauline Hanson to pay $250k for defamation
One Nation leader Pauline Hanson has to pay $250,000 for defaming ex-senator Brian Burston, but he still faces her sexual discrimination case against him.
Mirvac sues to evict Travelodge lessee
Mirvac is suing the lessee of 10 Travelodge hotels in the NSW Supreme Court, seeking an eviction prior to a scheduled sale of the properties.
Viagogo loses appeal over $7m penalty
Viagogo has lost its bid to avoid a $7 million penalty for misleading consumers when reselling music and sports tickets in 2017.
Roberts-Smith appeal versus ex-wife tossed
SAS veteran Ben Roberts-Smith won't be given a second chance to claim his former wife gave confidential emails to media firms defending his defamation case.