Jim Hunwick

Jun 23, 2024 | pinsentmasons.com | Jim Hunwick |Adam Cain |Alasdair Weir

According to data from the Australian Securities & Investments Commission (ASIC) informing the federal government’s July 2023 report into corporate insolvency, the number of businesses entering administration remained at low levels until as recently as April 2022.

Apr 11, 2023 | pinsentmasons.com | Jim Hunwick |Adam Cain |Aleesha Way

By leveraging best practices from other jurisdictions, Australia can create a supportive environment for the growth of its own EV industry and drive the transition to cleaner, more sustainable transportation in its journey to its net zero emissions target. Electric vehicles in EuropeEurope is at the forefront of progressing EV policies, with countries such as the Netherlands, UK, Germany and Norway leading in EV uptake.

Mar 28, 2023 | pinsentmasons.com | Jim Hunwick |Adam Cain |Aleesha Way

With the right government policies supporting investors, Australia could develop a thriving EV manufacturing sector, creating new jobs and driving economic growth. Further government policies and regulations directed at costs associated with the importation of EVs - both affordable and premium models - will assist with further growth in this sector.

Mar 10, 2023 | pinsentmasons.com | Jim Hunwick

The Australian Sustainable Finance Institute (ASFI) is an industry-led body working closely with the government to develop a sustainable finance taxonomy for Australia. Sustainable finance taxonomies refer to a set of shared definitions of sustainable economic activity, which can then be used to “credibly and transparently define sustainable investment”.

Mar 1, 2023 | pinsentmasons.com | Jim Hunwick

Businesses that provide cryptoassets or related services should consider how the ‘token mapping’ exercise will ultimately impact their operations. Current regulations around cryptoassets in Australia Australia’s current regulatory treatment of a cryptoasset depends on the manner in which that asset is classified.