Cross-Sector entity
Of the tracked stories, 2 of 7 also mention ASIC, the most common co-covered peer. That works out to roughly 0.3 stories per week across a 154-day span. The busiest single day carried 2. regulation accounts for 4 of the 7 tracked stories, while 3 other categories carry the remainder.
7 verified stories tracked
Last mentioned: Jul 28, 2026
Entity pulse
Coverage balance Negative coverage leads. Negative coverage exceeds positive coverage by 29 percentage points.
Figures are computed live from our source-verified story record — see our methodology for how impact and sentiment are derived.
Of the tracked stories, 2 of 7 also mention ASIC, the most common co-covered peer. That works out to roughly 0.3 stories per week across a 154-day span. The busiest single day carried 2. regulation accounts for 4 of the 7 tracked stories, while 3 other categories carry the remainder. 29% of these stories carry negative sentiment. The tracked stories average 2.9 original sources each. We currently track 7 Cross-Sector stories that mention Federal Court of Australia, published between February 25, 2026 and July 28, 2026.
Computed from the 7 stories linked to this entity. Beat comparisons are omitted because no baseline was available for this window.
Coverage cohort
Other entities that clear the same relevance threshold in stories also covering Federal Court of Australia. Shared-story counts are live from our verified record — not editorial picks.
Appeal hearing begins
A four-day hearing commences in Melbourne, arguing the government set an unambitious and unfair emissions target.
Regional Report Launch
Major Australian regional outlets publish findings on women judges holding the line against the justice gap.
Final Ruling
The Federal Court of Australia rules in favor of the designer, confirming infringement.
Court Dismissal
Federal Court dismisses ASIC's case against the directors, citing insufficient evidence of personal breach.
ASIC Warning
ASIC Chair Joe Longo issues a statement placing all corporate boards 'on notice' regarding diligence standards.
Federal Court Ruling
Justice Lee declares Bekier and Martin breached their duties in a landmark judgment.
Profit Impact
Woolworths reports a 50% drop in half-year profit to account for the $710M remediation provision.
Court Ruling
The court issues a final determination on the scale of back pay and interest owed.
Federal Court rules against islanders
Justice Wigney accepts climate impacts but dismisses case, finding policy decisions immune from negligence law.
International Day of Women Judges
Global focus on judicial diversity and its impact on the rule of law.
License Suspension
Star's casino licenses remain suspended or under management as remediation continues.
ASIC Proceedings Launched
ASIC initiates civil penalty proceedings against 11 directors for breach of duty.
High Court Parity
Justice Stephen Gageler sworn in as Chief Justice, maintaining gender parity on the High Court bench.
Bell Inquiry Report
Star Entertainment found unfit to hold a casino license in NSW due to systemic failures.
ASIC Lawsuit
ASIC commences civil penalty proceedings against Matthias Bekier, Paula Martin, and nine others.
Legal Proceedings
Protracted litigation in the Federal Court regarding the definition of 'reasonable additional hours'.
Federal Court proceedings launched
Elders Uncle Paul Kabai and Uncle Pabai Pabai file suit against the Commonwealth, seeking orders to cut emissions.
NAB Deception
Star provides misleading information to NAB regarding the use of China UnionPay cards for gambling.
Initial Disclosure
Woolworths first reveals underpayment of salaried staff during a review of its payroll systems.
Lawsuit Filed
Katie Taylor initiates formal infringement proceedings in the Federal Court.
A four-day appeal hearing examines whether the Australian government owes a duty of care to Torres Strait Islanders facing sea-level rise. The case challenges the separation of powers argument and could force a tightening of national emissions targets to align with the Paris Agreement’s 1.5°C goal.
Source: canberratimes.com.au · hardenexpress.com.au
A coordinated report across major Australian regional news outlets highlights the critical role of women judges in closing the 'gender justice gap.' The findings underscore how judicial diversity is reshaping legal outcomes in domestic violence, family law, and corporate governance cases.
Source: queanbeyanage.com.au · newcastleherald.com.au
The Federal Court of Australia has ruled in favor of local fashion designer Katie Perry in a long-running trademark dispute against pop star Katy Perry. The decision affirms the priority of local trademark registrations over global celebrity status, finding the singer's merchandise infringed on the designer's established brand.
Source: edition.cnn.com · localnews8.com
The Federal Court has dismissed ASIC’s civil penalty proceedings against former directors of Star Entertainment Group, marking a significant legal setback for the regulator. However, ASIC maintains the case has clarified the high standards of diligence expected of corporate boards, effectively placing directors across Australia on notice.
The Federal Court of Australia has dismissed ASIC's high-stakes civil penalty proceedings against former directors and officers of Star Entertainment Group. Despite the legal setback, the regulator maintains that the case serves as a critical warning to corporate boards regarding their oversight responsibilities.
Source: theage.com.au · smh.com.au
The Federal Court of Australia has ruled that former Star Entertainment Group CEO Matthias Bekier and General Counsel Paula Martin breached their corporate duties by failing to disclose significant criminal risks and misleading lenders. Justice Michael Lee described the company's culture as 'dysfunctional and unethical' in a landmark 501-page decision.
Source: Miklos Bolza (au) · Miklos Bolza (au)
Woolworths Group has seen its first-half profit cut in half following a major court ruling requiring the retailer to pay $710 million in back pay, interest, and taxes. The decision stems from long-standing underpayment issues regarding salaried staff and 'reasonable' additional hours.
