Recent News
Oppression Proceedings in Director and Shareholder Disputes
Disputes among directors and shareholders are an unfortunate reality in the Australian corporate world. When these disagreements escalate to the point of oppressive conduct, legal recourse becomes essential to protect the rights and interests of the...
New Changes to Residential Contracts & Rent Increases
Have you heard about the latest changes to the Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation Act 2008 (RTRA Act) impacting residential contracts and rent increases?Residential Contract Changes The Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) and...
What Businesses Need to Know to Avoid Insolvency
Navigating the ATO's Renewed Focus on Debt Collection After several years of stagnant activity through the pandemic period, businesses benefited from government initiatives, bank leniency, and patience from the ATO and creditors. It seems now change...
I’m an Independent Contractor, but I think I might be an Employee?
Job mobility remains at its highest rate in a decade, which means Queenslanders are continuing to change industries, companies and even occupations regularly. With this change, among other things, comes new contracts and agreements for work to be...
Things You Should Know Before Signing a Cross-Border Contract
Globalisation and advances in technology have offered exciting opportunities for growth of business in the international market. However, dealing with overseas business partners and importing/exporting goods are not without its complexities....
What’s happening with HECS Loans following the Federal Budget release?
If you paid off your HECS debt after June 2023, you might be eligible for a cash refund from the Australian Tax Office (ATO). This follows the Government’s announcement to eliminate $3 billion in student debts by changing the way HECS debt is...
Debt Recovery of Loans Between Family Members
Lending money to a loved one usually feels like the right thing to do... but it's a decision that can strain even the strongest relationships. This article aims to help you navigate this tricky situation. We'll cover the importance of having a clear...
Voluntary Conservation Covenants
We are fortunate to live in an ecologically significant region, boasting three back-to-back UNESCO Biosphere Reserves. The biospheres stretch from the edges of the Sunshine Coast, through Noosa, up to K’gari and the Fraser Coast, a region of...
Celebrating 21 Years Greenhalgh Pickard!
GP turns 21! Let's reflect... Over the past 21 years, Greenhalgh Pickard has undergone remarkable transformations, navigating through dynamic market landscapes, technological advancements, and evolving client needs. Yet, amidst these changes, our...
Child Support vs Child Maintenance in Family Law Matters
Parents have a financial obligation to support their children. A common concern for parents in the midst of separation or divorce is how much child support is required to be paid. Although these payments are given the blanket description of ‘child...
How to protect my children’s inheritance in a blended family?
What is a blended family? As the incidence of blended families becomes increasingly common, the importance of making consideration for this in estate planning grows too. Blended families are expressed as one or both spouses/domestic partners...
No jab, no job? Employers beware.
In early 2024, employees of the Queensland Police Service and the Queensland Ambulance Service challenged their respective employers COVID-19 directions. These employees were successful in their actions and the directions made by their employers...
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