My name is Charlotte Patersonand I have recently started working at the Cannonvale office. My father, Gene is a partner at the firm and has worked here since before I was born. My sister, George also works at Macrossan & Amiet.
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Catherine Webster
My husband and I have recently returned to Mackay after spending the last 2 1/2 years in Mount Isa in north-west Queensland. Prior to moving to Mount Isa, I worked for Macrossan & Amiet for five years, completing my Articles…
Do I Own My Own View?
Quite often people enquire as to whether they can prevent people building a neighbouring house which obstructs the view they have become used to and enjoyed over a number of years. The very simple answer is that you cannot stop your neighbour obstructing your view provided they are…
Have You Been Offensive Lately?
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Most of us might answer that question subjectively by saying “of course not”. About 95% of us usually lead mundane and inoffensive lives, the other 5% of us are likely to come into contact with Police. That contact can be a frightening and an unnerving experience.
Employee or Contractor – The Risks of Sham Contracting
In our March edition, we published an article which discussed some of the implications that face employers who, either deliberately or mistakenly, treat their workers as independent contractors when they should in fact be treated as employees. This type of…
Employment & Workplace Relations Law Insights
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Workplace Agreements – Can an individual contract still be used?
Even though AWA’s are no longer permitted under current workplace laws, employers and employees can still come to an individual arrangement to vary or exclude certain Award or Enterprise Agreement (EA) terms in order to meet the genuine needs of the employer and the employee.
Profile: Ricki Charles Shelley
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Rick, as we all know him, moved to Mackay over 30 years ago and commenced work as a plant operator at Newland Mines which was then run by Mount Isa Mines. After several years at Newlands, Rick decided to get…
Attention Tradesmen – A Few Things About Payment Claims and BSA Licencing
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We understand how tough it can be to run your own building and construction business, from the measure and quote to signing the contract, then organising and completing the job, we know you don’t need headaches when it comes to…
David John O’Connell – Appointed as Central Coroner
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David O’Connell who was admitted as a Solicitor on 20 May 1991 and commenced employment with Macrossan & Amiet Solicitors on 4 July 1994 was appointed as the Central Coroner on Wednesday 15 August 2012. When David was sworn in…
August 2012 News
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This month we cover a wide variety of topics from some helpful tips on what to do if you travel overseas through to advice for you on the changes to the Queensland Work Safety Laws and interstate driver’s licences.
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Macrossan & Amiet congratulates Dyane Norton on promotion to Senior Associate
Quality Business Awards — Recognising Excellence and Trust
AML/CTF Reforms Are Coming: What Our Clients Need to Know
Leaving Violence Program
Understanding Drink Driving Laws in Queensland
The Importance of Diligence and Transparency in Property Transactions- Preparing for Compliance with the Child Safe Standards under the Child Safe Organisations Act 2024
