Major reforms to workplace protections commenced on 13 October 2025 under the NSW workplace bullying and sexual harassment reforms, introducing a new anti-bullying and sexual harassment jurisdiction within the NSW Industrial Relations Commission (IRC). The IRC can now issue “stop” orders, compel employers to take specific preventative measures, and award damages of up to $100,000 …
Ending a partnership is not just a tidy-up but a significant turning point. It marks a clear line between shared commitments, decision-making, assets, and reputation. The choices made during the winding up process matter — from what you retain to how you communicate and document the transition. These steps shape life after the partnership and …
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Starting a court case in New South Wales can feel daunting. One of the first steps is to identify the type of legal claim in NSW that you are making. This may sound like a technical formality, but it plays a crucial role in filing your matter in the correct court and progressing it under …
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Introduction On 6 August 2025, the High Court of Australia delivered its long-awaited judgment in Helensburgh Coal Pty Ltd v Bartley. The case has become a landmark in shaping how Helensburgh Coal redundancy redeployment is understood under the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth). The Court clarified one of the most contested aspects of Australia’s unfair …
Standing out in today’s marketplace takes more than just good marketing. It requires a distinctive and trusted brand that customers can easily recognise. Overcoming trademark objections is often a necessary step for businesses seeking to protect their brand through trademark registration in Australia. Trademarks play a key role in preserving a business’s identity, reputation and …
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When preparing a will, many people assume that all their assets will automatically be dealt with under that document. However, this is not always the case. One of the most common areas of misunderstanding about assets under a will relates to Self-Managed Superannuation Funds (SMSFs). Understanding how SMSFs and wills interact is essential to ensure …
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Inheritance is often deeply personal and emotionally significant. But when it comes to inheritance and divorce in Australia, what happens if you inherit money or property while you’re in a relationship-or even after separation but before your property settlement is finalised? Can your ex-partner claim a share? The answer isn’t always straightforward under family law. …
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Executive summary Five months into the operation of Australia gig work deactivation protections, introduced through the federal Digital Labour Platform Deactivation Code and the new unfair deactivation jurisdiction commenced, the first run of cases reveals a system that sets real procedural guardrails but also tripwires that many workers are hitting. Early Fair Work Commission (FWC) …
Australia Gig Work Deactivation Protections: Progress and Pitfalls After Five Months Read More »
If you are considering setting up a business in Australia, you may be familiar with two key identifiers: the ABN and the ACN. Whilst they may seem similar- they often get confused despite serving different purposes and are issued by different government bodies. Understanding these identifiers is important to ensuring your business is compliant with …
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Renovating a strata-titled property in New South Wales often requires legal approval under the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015 (NSW). You cannot simply hire a tradesperson and begin. Lot owners must seek consent from the owners corporation if the works may affect common property or structural elements. The owners corporation is separate from the strata …
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