Australia: Even with careful planning, disputes remain a real possibility in complex projects. In this article, Partners Ryan Cable and Matt Coleman explore how well designed dispute resolution clauses can help contain risk rather than compound it. They unpack practical drafting considerations, including the need for clear escalation pathways, the dangers of ambiguity in process selection, and the particular challenges posed by multi party, multi contract energy projects. The article ultimately underscores why boilerplate provisions deserve close attention at the start of any project.

On 9 February 2026, the long-awaited Modern Slavery Bill (Bill) was introduced in the New Zealand Parliament (Pāremata Aotearoa).