The harmonisation of work health and safety legislation in Australia continues with the commencement of the Work Health and Safety (Mines) Regulations ("the Mines' Regulations") in South Australia on 1 January 2014. The Mines' ...

The Victorian Government revealed a number of red tape reforms recently in an attempt to reduce escalating costs and boost efficiency in the Victorian building industry. Reforms Thirty-six reforms were announced, covering a wi...

Recently passed Victorian Government legislation provides clarity on the basis in which annual fees are to be set by Owners Corporations and establishes the procedure for Owners Corporations to follow for levying special fees, upg...

With new privacy laws commencing on 12 March 2014, businesses need to review their privacy practices to ensure they comply with their new obligations. In addition to the introduction of the Australian Privacy Principles ("APPs"...

Earlier this year, the Full Federal Court decision of AP Group Limited v Commissioner of Taxation [2013] FCAFC 105 clarified GST liability in relation to certain motor vehicle incentive payments. The Court held that fleet rebates ...

The Victorian State Government, led by its reformist planning minister, Matthew Guy, has continued at pace with the introduction of substantial reforms to residential planning controls throughout the state. On 1 July 2013 the p...