The Macrossan & Amiet Charitable Foundation had its 2013 presentation day on the 22nd August, 2013 in both Mackay and the Whitsundays.
Solicitors
Self Managed Super Fund – Borrowing to Purchase Property
It is now some years since the Superannuation Industry (Supervision) Act was amended to permit SMSFs to borrow money to purchase assets including real estate.
Perfection Trumps Retention – Personal Property Securities Act Update
We have in previous additions of our newsletter, highlighted the critical importance of registration in relation to the Personal Property Securities Act (PPSA) and the Personal Properties Security Register (PPSR).
Stalking… Offensive Material Posted on Social Media Platforms may Expose you to Prosecution!
It would come as no surprise to you that it is an offence to stalk another person. Stalking is a serious offence that can generally only be dealt with in the District Court. However, what constitutes the offence and the role which social media (via text messages, chat rooms, Facebook, etc) are playing in recording what was otherwise verbal interactions is an area that parents should take particular note of.
Profile: Michael & Jane Muller – Whitsunday’s ‘Double Act’
According to Wikipedia a “double act” or “comedy duo” is a comic pairing in which humour is derived from the uneven relationship between two partners who usually have dramatically different personalities.
Breastfeeding in Public – Your Legal Rights
Breastfeeding in public is a right for Australian women, protected nationally by the Sex Discrimination Act 1984.
Superannuation: Who Gets It When You Die
When taking instructions to prepare Wills, clients are usually surprised to learn that as a general proposition it is not possible to give Superannuation Benefits away through your Will.
Back to Basics – Bodies Corporate
I am often asked by owners of lots in a body corporate or community titles scheme, firstly, whether there really is a body corporate and secondly, if there is one, whether they can get rid of it.
Asbestos – What does it mean for Landlords?
It would have been hard to miss the recent media frenzy surrounding asbestos after NBN Co. contractors unknowingly exposed members of the community to the toxic substance.
The Perils of Email … Defaming Colleagues in the Workplace
Emails are now imbedded into many of our workplaces as an efficient means of communication.
News
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









