• Greenwashing Enforcement Continues: Federal Court Awards $8.25m Penalty Against Clorox for Misleading ‘Ocean Plastic’ Claims - Earlier this week, the Federal Court ordered Clorox Australia Pty Limited to pay $8.25m in penalties following a successful ACCC greenwashing prosecution – the first of its kind, highlighting the ACCC’s commitment (like ASIC) to take action on misleading environmental claims.
• Temporary Ban on Foreign Persons From Purchasing Established Dwellings in Australia Now in Place - The Federal Government has introduced a temporary ban on foreign persons, including temporary residents and foreign-owned companies, from purchasing established dwellings in Australia.