Right to disconnect laws pass federal parliament
15 February
Employees will now have the right to disconnect from work out of hours, after industrial relations changes passed parliament. Under the workplace reforms, employees will have the right to ignore unreasonable calls and emails outside of their...[Read More]
Stamp duty costs climb as home buyers struggle to save
15 February
Saving for a house deposit is hard enough but it turns out other associated costs are soaring too, making home ownership more elusive. States and territories charge buyers stamp duty on most property purchases. The tax is up to six times more...[Read More]
Effective Dispute Resolution: Strategies for Navigating Conflicts Successfully
8 February
Managing a dispute effectively requires a strategic approach that considers the nature of the conflict, the parties involved, and the desired outcomes. Here are several key considerations to keep in mind when managing a dispute: Understand the...[Read More]
Tax cuts all but assured as coalition backs changes
8 February
Low and middle income earners have been guaranteed extra relief, with bipartisan support secured for changes to income tax cuts. Opposition Leader Peter Dutton said he would not stand in the way of those doing it tough and in need of tax...[Read More]
Almost two in three voters back tax changes, poll shows
8 February
Voters have voiced approval for looming changes to tax cuts, but federal politicians are doing their best to play down the polling. Almost two in three people surveyed by Newspoll said the prime minister made the right decision to amend stage three...[Read More]
Tax changes spark calls for complete system redesign
1 February
The federal MP representing Australia’s wealthiest electorate has called for a wider overhaul of the taxation system than the planned stage three tax cuts. “Tax reform is too important an issue to be ignored,” independent MP Allegra Spender,...[Read More]
Treasurer ‘not considering’ changes to negative gearing
1 February
Australians have been assured there will be no tinkering with tax breaks for real estate investors following an unexpected rework of the stage three cuts. With the federal government gearing up to take its rejigged tax package on a national...[Read More]
No ‘magic number’ to reduce hung juries, inquiry told
31 January
Judicial discretion, rather than imposed time limits, should direct how long jury deliberations run for during trials, an inquiry has been told. The merits of halving jury deliberation times are being examined as part of a proposed overhaul of...[Read More]
Some reasons why you should discuss inheritance planning with your family
25 January
While most people write wills, very few families discuss inheritance. Parents avoid discussing inheritance planning with their children due to the subject’s sensitivity. However, avoiding the conversation does more harm than good. For example,...[Read More]
Middle Australia focus of tax overhaul
25 January
Middle Australia will be the focus of an income tax overhaul, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has confirmed. Mr Albanese said he will take the proposed changes to a Labor caucus meeting on Wednesday and provide details at the National Press Club on...[Read More]
Property investor tax breaks blamed for housing crisis
24 January
Affordable housing has moved beyond many Australians’ reach because the government is subsidising the private market instead of building social housing, a new report has found. Everybody’s Home Written Off report shows the federal budget is...[Read More]
Family Law – can be a complex and stressful journey
18 January
Family law encompasses a wide range of legal issues, including divorce, child support, and custody, and navigating through these matters can be an intricate and emotionally challenging experience for all parties involved. In Australia, family law...[Read More]
PM confirms contentious stage three tax cuts to stay
18 January
Controversial tax cuts providing greater relief for high-earning Australians will remain in place, the prime minister has vowed. Anthony Albanese said stage three tax cuts will still go ahead and come into effect on July 1. The tax cuts will create...[Read More]
Financial management when a loved one passes away
11 January
Losing a loved one is probably one of the most stressful events one will ever go through in life. It will leave you feeling distraught and devastated, so sorting out their finances is the last thing you’d be concerned about. It could be...[Read More]
Tips to grow your superannuation
11 January
Retirement is a period most people eagerly anticipate. It’s that wonderful stage of life when you can finally unwind and spend your time as you please. You can even spend retirement focusing on the businesses you’ve been planning and have put...[Read More]