A recent decision of the Fair Work Commission (Mr Koichi Yokohata v Lidco Oregon Australia Pty Ltd [2015] FWC 5680) serves as a reminder that an employee’s temporary absence from work because of illness or injury is not a valid reason for their dismissal.
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Change is here ~ Personal Property Securities Act
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From 1 October 2015 the requirement to register leases and bailments of serial numbered goods for a term of between 90 days and one year will no longer apply.
Paying Estate Debts: Hands-Off the Life Insurance Policy and Superannuation!
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Paying debts and liabilities of an estate must be done by the deceased’s personal representative upon that person’s death.
Macrossan & Amiet Charitable Foundation Update – Distribution 2015
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On Thursday 24th September 2015 presentations were held for the Macrossan & Amiet Charitable Foundation in both Mackay and Cannonvale. Distributions totalling $56,704.15 were made to 18 different charitable organisations within the Mackay and Whitsunday regions. Included in the 2015…
How Often Should I Review My Will?
Clients often ask how often they should review their Wills. The answer is that you should review your Will every time there is a major change in your life or circumstances.
Workers’ Compensation Update
On 17 September 2015 the Queensland Parliament passed amendments to the Workers’ Compensation and Rehabilitation Act 2003.
Mackay Ring Road and Resumptions of Land
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We are currently acting for clients who have received Notices of Intention to Resume land pursuant to the Acquisition of Land Act 1967 (“the Act”) by the Department of Transport and Main Roads (“DTMR”) required for the Mackay Ring Road.
Attention all Attorneys Appointed Under an EPOA – Avoid the Disappointed Beneficiary Situation
Being appointed as an Attorney under an enduring power of attorney (EPOA) to make financial and/or personal decisions for a person carries strict moral and legal obligations.
What is a De-Facto Relationship?
De-facto relationships are recognised throughout Australia, however the Court is often asked to determine whether a de-facto relationship exists in particular circumstances. This is an important question as it is estimated that over 1.9 million Australians over the age of 18 currently live in a de-facto relationship.
Draft Whitsunday Regional Council Planning Scheme
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The Whitsunday Regional Council (Council) has now unveiled the unified Whitsunday Regional Council Planning Scheme (Draft Planning Scheme).
