Legal
Amazon, Bunnings to face new questions over customers
28 August
Amazon and Bunnings are among big corporations to be put in the spotlight over their treatment of suppliers, amid a renewed focus on competition as Australians struggle with the cost of living. Senior executives from the chains have been recalled to...[Read More]
Aussies want AI restrictions, though most donāt use it
21 August
Almost three in four Australians want laws to restrict the use of generative AI tools and most people believe the technology is being developed too quickly, a survey has found. But the university research, released on Monday, found less than half of...[Read More]
Blood, sweat and fears: laws may not protect workers
21 August
Australian workers could be dismissed if they do not agree to invasive medical tests despite proposed changes to privacy laws, a report warns. The Australia Institute study, released on Tuesday, investigated the experiences of workers from the...[Read More]
Clean energy economy āneeds skills training rebalanceā
14 August
Australia will need to work fast to remodel its workforce for net-zero industries and other economic and strategic shifts, warns the head of the nationās jobs and skills agency. As debate continued in parliament on the governmentās signature...[Read More]
Pressure on raise-the-age promise amid youth crime
14 August
Plans to raise the age from criminal responsibility beyond 12 in Victoria are being thrown into doubt. The state government is persisting with raising the age to 12 but has become reticent to reaffirm a previous pledge to lift it a second time as...[Read More]
The instant asset write-off is now law ā Find out if your business is eligible for the $20,000 instant asset write-off.
7 August
Have you purchased or upgraded a business asset? If your business has an aggregated annual turnover of less than $10 million, you may be able to deduct the full cost of eligible assets which cost less than $20,000, under theĀ instant asset...[Read More]
Rex bailout likely, but not necessary: administrator
7 August
Regional carrier Rex remains locked in bailout discussions, but its administrators say the airline can still thrive without government support. Administrators were appointed to five companies in the Rex group on July 30, with the airline grounding...[Read More]
Laws āpowerlessā as Aussie animals deemed endangered
7 August
Eight Australian animals and five plants have been deemed endangered and laws to protect them are āpowerlessā as the destruction or degradation of their habitats continue. The updated threatened species list was revealed by the Australian...[Read More]
More inclusion, job chances in disability report reply
31 July
Australians with disabilities will have greater protection from discrimination and increased job access, the federal government has pledged in its long-awaited response to the disability royal commission. While the Commonwealth has said it would...[Read More]
Calls to expand building code to boost flood resilience
31 July
Construction codes for buildings in areas prone to natural disasters should focus on whether homes would be liveable in the immediate aftermath of a flood or bushfire, a parliamentary inquiry has heard. A federal committee examining the response by...[Read More]
Pump and dump share scheme ātried to rig stock pricesā
24 July
An alleged scheme to artificially inflate share prices before selling the stock has been busted by the financial regulator. Participants in the alleged āpump and dumpā scheme face up to 15 years behind bars and fines of more than $1 million,...[Read More]
High-caffeine brands seized in āenergy drinkā crackdown
24 July
Hundreds of highly caffeinated beverages have been removed from shelves in a crackdown on potentially harmful energy drinks. Beverages with almost double the maximum allowed caffeine content are among almost 700 drinks seized during inspections of...[Read More]
Navigating the intricacies of family Law: Why professional guidance is essential
18 July
Family law is a highly sensitive niche that profoundly impacts the lives of individuals and families.Ā Given its intricate nature, seeking professional advice is paramount to effectively navigating its complexities.Ā Here, we explore some trending...[Read More]
Calls for law as AI rogues plunder Australian creatives
17 July
Australia urgently needs to restrict the use of AI to protect workers, an inquiry has been told amid warnings the technology has already been deployed to cut creative jobs and replace humans with digital clones. The call comes after the Senate...[Read More]
Navigating ownership changes: A comprehensive guide for business owners
11 July
Changing a businessās ownership structure can be a complex process, often necessitated by various circumstances, such as partnership disputes, divorce, retirement, or the sale of the business.Ā Ā Regardless of the reason, itās crucial to...[Read More]