Mallesons Podcasts

Key drivers of the energy M&A market: Power Perspectives Episode 8

Hosts: Rod Smythe, Jonathan Grant and Lizzie Knight  Summary: In this episode, Mallesons partners Rod, Jonathan and Lizzie discuss the current state of the energy M&A market, including deal trends, activity drivers and the regulatory overlay.  Key topics discussed:  * mid-market processes becoming exclusive much earlier * the sophisticated mechanisms being used to allocate risk between buyers and sellers * how FIRB strategy is becoming a competitive differentiator in energy transactions * where regulatory focus is intensifying — and practical approaches participants are taking to manage approval risk

Responsible AI in practice with SEEK: AI Now Episode 3

What does it take to implement AI responsibly? In this episode of AI Now, host Bryony Evans is joined by Fernando Mourão, Head of Responsible AI at SEEK, alongside Mallesons partner Michael Swinson. Hear lessons from a leading organisation that has been building since 2019, including how to move beyond compliance-driven approaches and put people first in AI transformation. Key topics * Moving beyond compliance (6:30) * Setting the right pace for AI adoption (11:20) * Don’t wait for regulation - focus on your AI systems (15:05) * Guidance (including in Singapore and Australia) that can help (17:20) * Inside SEEK’s responsible AI journey (18:45) * Lifting AI governance maturity and enabling innovation (20:40)

Inside Australia’s East and West Coast Gas Markets: Power Perspectives Episode 7

In this episode of Power Perspectives, we discuss the evolving dynamics of Australia’s gas market across the east and west coasts. With gas playing a critical role in the energy transition—supporting renewables, ensuring system reliability, and underpinning export revenues—our panel explores key market developments, policy, pricing trends, and investment drivers shaping the sector. Key topics:  * East coast gas market: supply pressures and policy developments  * West coast gas market: balanced for now, tightening ahead * Nationally, Australia faces a tightening gas market toward 2030, requiring sustained investment * Domestic gas pricing, investment and project structuring trends

FS Reg Room Episode 7: Unpacking 'Efficiently, Honestly and Fairly’

The obligation to act efficiently, honestly and fairly is increasingly shaping ASIC enforcement strategy. In this episode, host Nathan Hodge is joined by dispute resolution partners Amanda Engels and Damian Lovell to discuss how recent cases are expanding the obligation and what this means for financial institutions. Key topics discussed * How ASIC is using efficiently, honestly and fairly in enforcement * Governance and systems expectations from recent cases * Cyber risk and scam prevention obligations * Application beyond traditional financial services conduct * The intersection with other obligations such as trustee duties under the SIS Act * Practical implications for financial institutions

Managing risks in the modern workplace (Part 2): AI Now Episode 2

AI Now is back with Part 2 on AI’s impact for the workforce, and this time we hear about the widespread use and risks of AI‑driven performance and monitoring tools, Australia’s first AI-specific workplace safety laws, and why governance - particularly at board level following the Star decision – is a live issue.  Employment law expert Cilla Robinson joins co-hosts Cheng Lim and Bryony Evans to talk about: * When AI performance tools cross the line - including where ‘people are effectively being managed by an algorithm’ - and where they can add genuine value * The three things boards should add to their next agenda * Why it’s important to keep decision-making paper trails – and the tension between fast-moving technologists and lawyers * What the new duty in NSW means and what to watch as SafeWork NSW guidance and consultation develops, including permit-holder right of entry to inspect these systems - as Cilla puts it, ‘your algorithm is now part of your work system in the same way as any other hazard that needs to be considered from a safety perspective’ * And more!