Legal
Top 10 legal issues facing Australian business owners in 2025
25 September
Running a business in 2025 presents numerous legal challenges as regulations evolve alongside technological advancements and global economic shifts. For business owners, navigating these complexities requires understanding key legal issues and...[Read More]
Itâs Not Easy Being an Executor: What You Need to Know First
28 August
Being appointed as the executor of an estate is often seen as an honour. It signals trust, responsibility, and recognition from a loved one. However, what many people donât realise until theyâre in the role is just how complex, time-consuming,...[Read More]
How to approach wealth transfer and estate planning: key considerations
11 September
Transferring wealth across generations is about more than just handing down assetsâitâs about ensuring your legacy is managed and preserved in a way that reflects your values and intentions. While the process can seem complex, thoughtful...[Read More]
Red tape tying Australiaâs digital rollout in knots
10 September
Australia risks getting left behind by the AI wave because of red tape stopping firms from building essential digital infrastructure, the head of the nationâs biggest telco warns. The telecommunications sector will be essential to supporting the...[Read More]
âA luxury not a lifelineâ: call to defend penalty rates
20 August
Penalty rates are a âlifelineâ for Australian workers and major unions are backing a push to prevent companies from paying their employees less. The federal government has introduced a bill that would protect penalty rates for almost three...[Read More]
Navigating farm succession: how legal advice can help families transition smoothly
14 August
For many farming families, the land is more than just a place of work â itâs home, heritage, and legacy. But when it comes time to pass the baton to the next generation, the process can quickly become complicated, especially if not all children...[Read More]
Understanding intergenerational wealth: what it is and how to protect, maximise, and utilise it for the family
7 August
Intergenerational wealth refers to the financial assets, investments, and valuable resources passed from one generation to the next. This can include property, shares, superannuation, savings, family businesses, or even sentimental assets such as...[Read More]
âLawyersâ picnicâ looms over right to work from home
7 August
An Australian-first plan to legislate the right to work from home could become a âlawyersâ picnicâ, experts warn. The Victorian government has promised to introduce legislation in 2026 to create a right for employees to work from home two days...[Read More]
Opposition to wave through cut to student debt levels
31 July
A one-off HECS debt reduction for university students is all but set after the federal opposition confirmed it would back the proposal. Laws to cut 20 per cent off the HECS bill for students passed the House of Representatives on Tuesday, which...[Read More]
Workers optimistic but employers wary over wages bill
31 July
About one in seven Australian workers will have their penalty rates increased and their employers will not be able to reduce them, under changes proposed by the Albanese government. One of those workers is service assistant Ruth Sumner, who for 25...[Read More]
âThink twiceâ: Libs warned on anti-build to rent stance
30 July
The voice of the Australian property industry is urging the federal coalition to think twice about trying to block the construction of new rental homes. The opposition plans on Wednesday to move a motion in the Senate to halt the Labor...[Read More]
Using a trust in estate planning: a smart move for the future
24 July
Estate planning is more than just drafting a willâitâs about ensuring your assets are protected, your wishes are honoured, and your loved ones are cared for. One of the most effective tools in a comprehensive estate plan is a...[Read More]
Cut privacy red tape to boost innovation: tech giants
23 July
Meta has told Australia its privacy reform is âout of stepâ with international norms and risks discouraging industry investment in AI. The social media giantâs warning to the Productivity Commission comes as chief Mark Zuckerberg and other...[Read More]
How a property agent can guide you to your dream home
17 July
Seeking professional advice when looking to buy a property is an important step, especially if youâre new to the market or dealing with complex situations. Here are some key instances when you should consider consulting a property agent and what...[Read More]
Preparing for your will drafting session with a lawyer
17 July
Preparing a will is an important step in managing your estate and ensuring your wishes are honoured after you pass away. Before meeting with a lawyer to draft your will, itâs beneficial to have several items prepared to make the process as smooth...[Read More]