Legal

Crackdown on landing slots to have airport flying high

9 October

Airfares could fall as competition increases under new laws targeting Australia’s two biggest airlines for blocking access to the nation’s busiest airport. The federal government will have the ability to impose civil penalties on carriers that...[Read More]

Determining the right business structure (from the start)

3 October

All successful businesses depend on a solid and dependable structure. While you can always work it out as you go, improvisation in the business world is inefficient, highly risky, and likely to lead to failure. Getting the right systems in place...[Read More]

New pilot programs to boost quality NDIS care

2 October

People with disability could receive higher quality support as the federal government trials a program that pays service providers based on whether they achieve results for participants. Those on the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)...[Read More]

Top 10 legal concerns: why seeking professional legal advice is essential

26 September

When navigating personal or business matters, legal questions often arise with significant implications. Seeking proper legal advice ensures that you avoid costly mistakes and operate within the confines of the law. Here are the top 10 legal...[Read More]

Scam victims want banks to pay in push for tougher laws

18 September

Scam victims are calling for a UK-style reimbursement scheme where banks pay for fraud and want proposed laws to be fast-tracked. Under its latest crackdown on fraudsters, the Albanese government has drafted legislation that would penalise companies...[Read More]

More workplace changes off the table before poll

18 September

Further changes to employment laws won’t take place before the next federal election, says Workplace Minister Murray Watt, as the government dismisses opposition criticism on industrial relations. In a National Press Club speech, Senator Watt hit...[Read More]

Privacy law calls as Meta admits farming Aussie photos

11 September

Australians need greater legal protection to prevent tech giants harvesting their personal information, including photos of their children, to train generative AI tools. Politicians and academics issued the call on Wednesday after Meta executives...[Read More]

Children promised a say on social media age ban plans

11 September

Young Australians will get to have their say on a proposed age limit for using social media. The federal government wants to introduce laws by the end of the year for a ban on young people using social media to address mental health and safety...[Read More]

The Smart Buy: How a Property Agent Can Guide You to Your Dream Home

5 September

Seeking professional advice when looking to buy a property is an important step, especially if you’re 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]

What is Defamation?

29 August

Defamation is a legal term for making false statements about a person or an organisation that can harm their reputation. Defamation can occur in two primary forms: Libel: Defamation in written or published form, including online content,...[Read More]

Amazon, Bunnings to face new questions over customers

28 August

Amazon and Bunnings are among big corporations to be put in the spotlight over their treatment of suppliers, amid a renewed focus on competition as Australians struggle with the cost of living. Senior executives from the chains have been recalled to...[Read More]

Aussies want AI restrictions, though most don’t use it

21 August

Almost three in four Australians want laws to restrict the use of generative AI tools and most people believe the technology is being developed too quickly, a survey has found. But the university research, released on Monday, found less than half of...[Read More]

Blood, sweat and fears: laws may not protect workers

21 August

Australian workers could be dismissed if they do not agree to invasive medical tests despite proposed changes to privacy laws, a report warns. The Australia Institute study, released on Tuesday, investigated the experiences of workers from the...[Read More]

Clean energy economy ‘needs skills training rebalance’

14 August

Australia will need to work fast to remodel its workforce for net-zero industries and other economic and strategic shifts, warns the head of the nation’s jobs and skills agency. As debate continued in parliament on the government’s signature...[Read More]

Pressure on raise-the-age promise amid youth crime