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Introduction On 11 May 2022, the Supreme Court of Victoria handed down its decision in Re Intellicomms Pty Ltd (in liq) [2022] VSC 228. The case concerned an application by the liquidators of Intellicomms Pty...
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The recent High Court decision of Hill v Zuda Pty Ltd has provided clarity on whether self-managed super fund (SMSFs) can make binding death benefit nominations (BDBNs) last longer than 3 years. The High Court...
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The Glen Cameron Group, a national logistics company specializing in road freight and contract logistics is being acquired by DHL Supply Chain, part of the Deutsche Post Group (DPDHL) in a deal assisted by the...
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The Fair Work Commission’s (FWC’s) Expert Panel has announced the outcome of its annual review of the national minimum wage (NMW) and minimum wages under modern awards. National Minimum Wage Increase The changes to the...
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When a relationship breaks down many challenges occur. Immediate arrangements will often need to be made to ensure safety of former partners and their children. Parents will need to focus on what is in the...
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Company directors, new and existing, must apply now for a director identification number, or Director ID. The requirement was established to deter illegal phoenixing, fraud and corporate misconduct, as well as to simplify the tracking...
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Production stewardship Scheme The circular economy aims to reduce the use of virgin materials by encouraging the use of recycled and repurposed materials that can continue to circulate in the economy. The circular economy maximises...
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There is a rising tide of concern that we will soon see significant financial distress in the private sector. Sobering headlines such as ‘Building industry facing slump‘ (The Age, 20 May 2022) remind us that...
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Article updated 21 September 2022 From 1 June 2022 it will be an offence under the Plastic Reduction and Circular Economy Act 2021 (Act) to provide lightweight plastic bags to customers. The Act introduces a...
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In a recent decision on 6 May 2022, the Federal Court has held that an employer contravened the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) (“the Act”) after requiring its employee to work unreasonable hours in excess...
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In Volkswagen Financial Services Australia Pty Ltd v Atlas CTL Pty Ltd (Receivers and Managers Appointed)(In liquidation) [2022] NSWSC 573, Justice Hammerschlag of the Supreme Court of New South Wales dismissed a claim by administrators/liquidators...
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Introduction On 9 May 2022, the Supreme Court of Brisbane handed down its decision in Stimpson v Allied Rural Pty Ltd (subject to deed of company arrangement) & Ors [2022] QSC 74. The case concerned...