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Undisclosed superannuation entitlements – You can run but you can’t hide
You can run but you can't hide! With new legislation enabling parties to obtain details of their former partner’s superannuation entitlements, superannuation can no longer be hidden from former spouses during family settlements. The reality is that people often have...
Thinking of nominating … be careful not to trigger additional stamp duty
The State Revenue Office of Victoria (SRO) has released a new revenue ruling (DA-064), which attempts to clarify the meaning of ‘land development’ in the context of developers nominating their ultimate purchasing entity and the risk of triggering additional stamp...
Not quite a ‘happy little accident’ – lessons from Bob Ross’ legacy
I am an avid fan of Bob Ross’ canvas painting tutorials. While ‘do it yourself’ projects were all the rage during the 80’s and 90’s, Bob Ross arguably pioneered ‘autonomous sensory meridian response’ (ASMR) before the term was ever coined. His calm and soothing voice...
Changes to the the Franchising Code affecting motor vehicle dealers
Do you operate a motor vehicle dealership? Changes to the Franchising Code of Conduct may have a significant impact on your Dealership Agreement. On 1 July 2021, the Australian Government introduced significant changes to the Competition and Consumer (Industry Codes –...
KKI appoints new Partner Kimi Shah
Melbourne based law firm Kalus Kenny Intelex (KKI) has announced the appointment of Kimi Shah to the Partner group. Since re-joining KKI in 2019, Kimi has been heading up the Estate Planning & Wealth Protection practice group. Kimi’s expertise at KKI has been...
Commercial Tenancy Relief Scheme – More work for tenants, greater uncertainty for landlords
The Commercial Tenancy Relief Scheme Regulations 2021 operates from 28 July 2021 until 15 January 2022. The State Government rent relief scheme is more complicated than the previous Jobkeeper-based scheme. The scheme introduces stricter compliance for tenants with...
Trusted advisors working together is fundamental to achieving the best Family Law outcome
Often in family breakdowns, particularly where a husband and wife are part of a family business, accountants, commercial lawyers and sometimes financial planners, will be involved. As part of this involvement, these professionals are usually one of the first to become...
County Court argues for better resourcing at VCAT
Although it’s trite to say the pandemic has had an impact on Victoria’s courts and tribunals, the difficulties experienced at the Victorian Civil & Administrative Tribunal have been profound. The Tribunal was under the microscope last week in a decision by Judge...
Can employers require staff to be vaccinated?
Earlier this month in an Australian first, Shepparton food processor SPC mandated that all staff and visitors to its processing plant must be vaccinated for COVID -19 by the end of November 2021. Having implemented strict COVID-safe procedures since the start of the...
Leaving the door open – risks of not formalising a property settlement
When separating, should you formalise a property settlement? What are the risks if you don't? Parties may agree, either by themselves, or with the assistance of other professionals, including accountants, financial advisers or commercial or property lawyers, how...
Significant changes to workplace laws on harassment and discrimination
Two national laws that operate in the workplace to protect employees are set to be updated. The Sex Discrimination and Fair Work (Respect at Work) Amendment Bill 2021, which is expected to be passed this month will amend both the Fair Work Act 2009 and the Sex...
Latest updates on the commercial rent relief scheme
The Victorian State Government will be introducing legislation today in relation to the new rent relief scheme for commercial tenants. The scheme is expected to operate until January 2022. Both landlords and eligible tenants should be negotiating now. How will rent...