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16 Published updates & notices
Across 12 active matters
Wednesday 13 May 2026 — Australian Class Action Registry

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Settlement

Qantas Travel Credits Class Action Reaches $105 Million Proposed Settlement

Echo Law says the Qantas travel credits class action has reached a $105 million proposed settlement, subject to court approval.

Filing

Cadia Mine Environmental Class Action Filed in NSW Supreme Court

William Roberts Lawyers says it has filed an environmental class action against Cadia Holdings, a subsidiary of Newmont, in the NSW Supreme Court.

Media Coverage

AFL concussion class action expands as more former players join

Recent reporting and court materials say the AFL concussion proceeding led by former Geelong player Max Rooke has broadened, with more than 100 former players connected to the litigation. The claims allege acquired brain injury from football-related concussions; the allegations remain before the court.

Media Coverage

GrainCorp Numurkah class action proceeds over alleged noise and odour impacts

The GrainCorp Numurkah group proceeding alleges residents suffered nuisance, amenity loss and property impacts from noise and odour associated with the company's oilseed facility. Court notices define the group by proximity to the facility and relevant occupation periods.

Registry Update

Joint liability trial scheduled to commence

Woolworths will face a two-week joint liability trial over allegations of false and misleading representations to consumers about its discount pricing claims.

Settlement

Victorian Government agrees to $125 million hotel quarantine business settlement

The Victorian Government has reportedly agreed to a $125 million settlement of a business class action over losses linked to hotel quarantine failures and the 2020 lockdown. The settlement is subject to court approval before any distribution to eligible businesses.

Media Coverage

Cadia mine contamination class action has first NSW Supreme Court hearing

The NSW Supreme Court Cadia mine class action concerns allegations that mine dust, fluids and contaminants affected nearby properties. Public reports say about 2,000 landholders may be within the claim area, with the matter proceeding through directions before any trial.

Settlement

Qantas agrees to $105 million COVID flight credits settlement

Qantas has agreed to settle the COVID flight credits class action for $105 million, subject to Federal Court approval and without admitting liability. The proceeding concerned customers whose flights were cancelled during the pandemic and who received credits rather than immediate cash refunds.

Media Coverage

Kmart faces manager wage underpayment class action

Adero Law says it has filed a Federal Court class action alleging salaried Kmart managers were underpaid for meal breaks, overtime, penalty rates, higher duties and out-of-hours work. The claim period is described as February 2020 to February 2026 and the allegations remain unresolved.

Settlement

Robodebt settlement process highlights registration deadline for affected people

Services Australia and Gordon Legal have advised affected people about registration steps for a further robodebt class action settlement process. Media reporting has highlighted deadlines for eligible group members before Federal Court approval is considered.

Media Coverage

Sportsbet Fast Code class action heads toward trial

The Sportsbet class action alleges the Fast Code service for in-play sports betting breached rules requiring certain bets to be placed wholly by telephone. Sportsbet denies the allegations and public reporting says it has filed a counterclaim as the case moves toward a scheduled 2026 trial.

Registry Update

Joint liability trial scheduled to commence

Coles will face a two-week joint liability trial over allegations of false and misleading representations to consumers about its discount pricing claims.

Investigation

Investigation Ongoing — Registrations Still Accepted

The matter remains under active investigation. Claimants who have not yet registered can still do so. The legal team is continuing to gather evidence and assess the full scope of affected funds and members.

Registry Update

Opt-out deadline closes

Deadline for group members to opt out of the Coles class action: 4:00 pm AEDT on 21 November 2025.