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Privacy Act – Reform is on the Way

The Federal Government Attorney- General’s Department released its much anticipated Privacy Act Review Report[1] this year (“Review”), foreshadowing sweeping changes to privacy legislation in Australia. While the digital age has generated benefits such as new efficiencies, consumer convenience and employment opportunities, [2] it has also resulted in the creation of copious [...]

2023-10-20T15:06:02+11:00October 20th, 2023|Categories: Commercial, Intellectual Property|Tags: , |

Troubling Waters; Navigating the Australian Superannuation Guarantee Landscape: Recent Legal Issues for Employers (and Workers)

Our Taxation team at Pointon Partners are often asked to advise on whether employers are obliged to pay superannuation for the services of a contractor for the purposes of the Superannuation Guarantee Act when a dispute has arisen. This has been highlighted by recent ATO activity where disgruntled contractors have [...]

2023-10-17T14:14:46+11:00October 11th, 2023|Categories: Commercial, Employment Law, Taxation|Tags: , |

Earn-out Clause – a feature of today’s M & A environment

Earn-out clauses are progressively becoming a common feature of sale of business or company sale transactions. Earn-out clauses can be attractive to both the buyer and seller as they breach the gap in the sale price between the parties. However, there are various risks associated with earn-out clauses which may [...]

2023-10-04T14:19:40+11:00October 4th, 2023|Categories: Commercial|Tags: , |

Rural Pharmacy Australia Conference – September 2023

Our Partner Michael Bishop was thrilled to present to the inaugural Rural Pharmacy Australia Conference on the Gold Coast over the weekend. He presented on the following topics: Sale of Business; Partnership Agreements; and Unfair Dismissal Claims. You can access the slide from the presentaton in the link below. Pharmacy [...]

2023-09-04T16:10:01+10:00September 4th, 2023|Categories: Commercial|Tags: |

Australia-UK FTA unleashes exciting opportunities for Australian businesses

The highly anticipated Australia-United Kingdom Free Trade Agreement (A-UK FTA) came into force on 31 May 2023. [1] The A-UK FTA is one of the most comprehensive and innovative free trade agreements Australia has signed to date, opening up a wealth of opportunities for Australian businesses and services entering the [...]

2023-07-24T14:21:07+10:00July 24th, 2023|Categories: Commercial, Intellectual Property|Tags: , |

From Stamp Duty to Tax: Major reform to stamp duty following the 2023-24 Victorian State Budget

On Tuesday 23 May 2023 the Victorian Treasurer, Tim Pallas, delivered the 2023-24 State Budget announcing a landmark reform to abolish stamp duty for commercial and industrial properties and introduce a new annual property tax. These changes are expected to take effect from 1 July 2024. Stamp duty to be [...]

2023-05-26T15:01:36+10:00May 26th, 2023|Categories: Commercial, Property, Taxation|Tags: , , |

Private Ancillary Funds

In May or June as we near the end of the financial year we are commonly asked to establish private ancillary funds for clients. A private ancillary fund is a private philanthropic vehicle typically established and operated by a high net worth individual or family.  Private ancillary funds do not [...]

2023-05-15T11:42:11+10:00May 15th, 2023|Categories: Commercial|Tags: , |

A DISCLAIMER SAVES THE DAY

A recent Queensland Court of Appeal decision shows the continuing utility of disclaimers on products despite legislative reforms narrowing the scope of their effectiveness. In Mallonland Pty Ltd & Anor v Advanta Seeds Pty Ltd[1]  a class action was brought on behalf of commercial farmers against the manufacturer of sorghum seed. [...]

2023-03-14T10:39:11+11:00March 14th, 2023|Categories: Commercial, Litigation|Tags: , , |

Buying or Selling a Business – Here are the top 5 things you should consider

Buying or selling a business is a major decision for both the seller and the buyer and can be a daunting and exciting process. Regardless of whether you are a seller or buyer, it is important you take into account a number of considerations and steps when preparing [...]

2023-03-29T14:58:16+11:00January 24th, 2023|Categories: Commercial|Tags: , , , |

Director Identification Numbers – Now in Force

Australian company directors are now required by law to apply for a director identification number (“director ID”). A director ID is a unique identifier given to an eligible officer who has verified their identified their identity with the Australian Business Registry Services (“ABRS”). The Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) defines an [...]

2022-12-12T09:47:21+11:00December 12th, 2022|Categories: Commercial|Tags: , |
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