Recent News
Gender parity in 2022!
The past decade has seen an exponential increase in female representation within the legal industry, growing by 67% since 2011. As a young aspiring female working within the corporate world, I'm proud to be a part of this statistic. In 2016,...
Domestic Violence Q & A: Living with your perpetrator
What happens if the aggrieved lives with the perpetrator? If you currently share a roof with your perpetrator, your safety is paramount. The first step is developing a SAFETY PLAN. A Domestic Violence protection order is often part of your...
Tips to prepare your business for the holiday season
Is your business wrapping up for Christmas? With Christmas just around the corner, we’ve put together some helpful tips for small businesses to prepare as we head into the holiday season!Top tips for business owners over the break: 1. Communicate...
Employers! Are you ready for December 17?
What do the new restrictions for unvaccinated individuals mean for employers? Businesses should be taking reasonable steps to ensure staff and customers comply with the vaccination entry requirements. In effect as of 17 December 2021,...
The World of Cryptocurrency and Tax
Cryptocurrency and Tax How it works in Australia Cryptocurrency and tax – it’s a complex landscape and one which many accountants in Australia choose to steer clear of. At Greenhalgh Pickard, however, our commitment to remain innovative, has...
Do You Need Help With Your Residential Build?
When supply doesn’t meet demand When can you claim a delay to your residential building project? As you will no doubt be aware, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic continues to be felt by the construction industry. Shortages in materials...
Australia is opening it’s borders to the world!
The Australian barrier to international travel has been knocked down. Over the past couple of weeks, Australia has been safely opening its borders to international travelling. The introduction of ‘travel bubbles’ with specific countries include a two...
Can Employers Mandate Vaccinations for Employees?
The introduction of the COVID-19 vaccination in Australia has led to confusion amongst employers and employees as to whether the vaccination can be, or will be, made mandatory in the workplace. Employers have a duty of care to provide a safe...
What does it mean for us to be a Finalist for Sunshine Coast Business Awards 2021?
For us, our service is more than just a business transaction. We build relationships with our clients with hopes of longevity and trust, so we can be there for the good, the bad and the ugly. Unfortunately the past 18 months, has seen a lot...
Funding of up to $5k now available to domestic violence victims to promote financial relief
Media Release: in effect as of 19 October 2021 Australian women escaping violent circumstances can now receive up to $5000, under the new Escaping Violence Payment (EVP) scheme. The 2 year government trial has allocated $144.5 million in the...
Unfair Dismissal & COVID-19
The evolving employment landscape amidst COVID-19 - Employment Solicitor, Harry McDonald discusses unfair dismissal COVID-19 has impacted our working lives in many ways. Some employers mandated vaccinations, some mandated masks. However COVID-19...
6 Simple Ways to Reduce your Personal Tax Bill
Are you maximising your tax refund? Whilst ‘tax time’ comes around once a year, effective tax planning should be considered year-round. Making tax planning a priority can result in you having a lower tax liability.Here are some ways you can...