Disputes with Your Landlord in NSW: What Tenants Need to Know
14th April, 2025 Renting a home should be a straightforward process, but sometimes disagreements arise between tenants and landlords. In New South Wales, there are legal avenues to resolve these disputes fairly. Understanding your rights and responsibilities can help you avoid unnecessary stress and reach a positive outcome. Common Reasons for Landlord-Tenant Disputes Disagreements usually […]
Common Contracts and Safeguarding your Interests
7th April, 2025 Common contracts are essential in both personal and business relationships. They set clear expectations, protect your rights, and provide legal protection in case things go wrong. Whether you’re buying property, starting a partnership, or negotiating a lease, ensuring your contracts are properly drafted is crucial. A small mistake or oversight can lead […]
Legal Changes for the Workplace in Australia 2025
31st March, 2025 As we move further into 2025, new changes to Australia’s workplace laws are impacting businesses nationwide. These reforms, particularly those introduced under the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Closing Loopholes) Act 2023, are reshaping how businesses manage their workforce. Here are the key updates employers should be aware of. Criminalisation of Wage Theft […]
Land Tax for Property Owners in NSW
24th March, 2025 Land tax is an important consideration for property owners in New South Wales (NSW). This annual tax applies to properties valued above a certain threshold. The following blog explains who is liable for land tax, how it is calculated, and when it must be paid. What Is Land Tax? Land tax is […]
A Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Will
17th March, 2025 Creating a Will is crucial to ensure your wishes are honoured after you pass away. While you can write a Will yourself, consulting a lawyer ensures it’s legally valid and reflects your intentions accurately. Creating a Will can be an overwhelming process so below is a simple step-by-step guide to help you […]
Funeral and Burial Provisions in Wills
10th March, 2025 When planning for the future, many people focus on their assets, but it’s equally important to consider funeral and burial arrangements. You may want to include specific instructions in your Will about how you’d like your remains to be handled. However, it’s essential to understand how funeral provisions in a Will are […]
Understanding Moral Clauses in Wills in NSW
3rd March, 2025 When creating a Will, most people want to ensure that their assets are distributed according to their wishes. However, in some cases, individuals may contest the Will after the Will-maker’s death, based on moral grounds. This often involves a claim that the deceased had a moral obligation to provide for certain beneficiaries, […]
Understanding No-Contest Clauses in Australia
24th February, 2025 Estate planning is essential for ensuring that your wishes are respected after your death. One common feature that some people include in their Wills is a no-contest clause. However, it’s important to understand the implications of such clauses in Australia, and whether they are enforceable or effective. What is a No-Contest […]
Legalities of Keeping Livestock in NSW
17th February, 2025 Owning livestock in regional NSW can be rewarding, but it comes with significant legal responsibilities. Whether you’re managing animals for commercial purposes or as pets, understanding the relevant regulations is essential to ensure compliance. In this blog, we’ll cover the key licences you need, the major rules to follow, and the authorities […]
Understanding Put and Call Option Agreements
10th February, 2025 A Put and Call Option Agreement is a valuable tool in property transactions, offering flexibility for both purchasers and vendors. The Purchaser is granted a “Call Option” to compel the Vendor to sell the property, while the Vendor has the “Put Option” to force the Purchaser to purchase the property. […]