Your accountant can be used as a mentor for a new business
5 December
Starting a business can be a tricky time, with so many systems to put in place and so little room for error. One of the best ways to get ahead of the curve is to develop a working relationship with a professional mentor, someone who has been through...[Read More]
Why you need a lawyer: the essential guide to seeking legal advice
5 December
Legal matters, whether personal or professional, can be complex and challenging to navigate. Seeking legal advice from a qualified lawyer ensures you make informed decisions while protecting your rights and interests. Here are several vital...[Read More]
‘Surprise’ budget windfalls drying up, economists warn
28 November
Australia is waving goodbye to budget surpluses and returning abruptly to deficit, facing a $49 billion deterioration in the bottom line as per forecasts from leading economists. The $15.8 billion surplus logged in the last financial year to...[Read More]
‘All about jobs’: minister spruiks net zero tax breaks
28 November
Failing to secure production tax credits for critical minerals and renewable hydrogen will be a blow to industry and jobs, the federal resources minister has posited in a bid to drum up political support for the key Labor policy. Madeleine King...[Read More]
Mandatory cybersecurity standards under new laws
28 November
Smart devices will be subject to cybersecurity standards and some businesses will have mandatory reporting requirements for ransom payments under new laws. The Albanese government’s legislative package passed federal parliament on Monday, and has...[Read More]
Win for those who copped COVID-19 fines
27 November
People fined for breaching public health orders during the pandemic will be reimbursed in the nation’s most populous state after the government received legal advice the infringements could be invalid. The NSW government will repay almost $5.5m...[Read More]
Social media ban set to pass
27 November
Australians will not have to give tech giants their passports or drivers’ licences to use social media under a proposed ban. But glaring questions remain over how the government will stop children accessing platforms such as Snapchat, TikTok and...[Read More]
Australia needs an AI law to stop copyright ‘pirates’
27 November
The Australian government is set to pick another battle with big tech after an inquiry recommended AI software be governed by law and popular chatbots be subject to mandatory transparency rules. AI tools from Meta, Google and OpenAI would be subject...[Read More]
HECS debts lump students with future mortgage misery
21 November
As political parties squabble over wiping university student debt, new figures show paying off a HECS loan may impact graduates’ borrowing power for a mortgage by almost $100,000. Research from Compare the Market revealed a university student...[Read More]
Cash flows but small business fears paying the price
20 November
Australians will continue getting bang for their buck with safeguards to ensure cash remains king but small businesses are calling for a blanket exemption. Businesses such as supermarkets, pharmacies and petrol stations selling essential items will...[Read More]
The impact of commercial legal disputes
14 November
In the complex world of business, commercial disputes are a common occurrence that can be both challenging and draining. Whether it involves a disagreement between two businesses or an issue with a supplier or client, commercial disputes are never...[Read More]
How insurance can help you
14 November
Risks such as accidents, calamities and medical emergencies can change your life, leaving you with debt and losses. For example, if a fire damages your home, you must use your savings to rebuild or seek help from friends and family if the house...[Read More]
Use this step-by-step checklist to manage tax for a deceased estate.
14 November
1. Look after yourself This is the most important thing. If you are feeling overwhelmed, don’t hesitate to talk with your friends or family, or phone a confidential counselling service: Lifeline Australia on 13 11 14 (24 hours) Beyond...[Read More]
Lies hamper emergency action but no crackdown consensus
13 November
The spread of lies and fake news makes it harder for emergency responders to do their job and impacts social harmony, but conflict remains over how to stifle it. A crackdown on misinformation and disinformation would force tech giants to act on...[Read More]
What are the legal protections used for intellectual property?
7 November
Intellectual property (IP) represents creations of the mind and encompasses various legal protections. Here’s an insight into the primary types of IP: Copyright Copyright law shields the original expression of ideas, including literature,...[Read More]