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There has never been a better time to buy an Electric or Hybrid Vehicle!
Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) is a tax employers will pay on benefits paid to an employee (or their associate, such as a family member) in addition to their salary or wages as this is separate to income tax. FBT is generally calculated over a period of 12 months beginning...
What Happens If My Ex Partner Refuses Mediation?
Going through a separation or divorce can be a difficult and emotional time, and it can be even more challenging when your ex-partner refuses to participate in mediation. Mediation is designed to help couples reach an agreement on issues such as...
I’ve found a home to purchase – what happens next?
Often the most difficult part of purchasing a home is finding one that suits your requirements and needs. Are there enough bedrooms? Where is it located? Is it within your budget? But once you’ve found a property you’re interested in – what comes next?Conditions You...
Buying property in QLD? Prepare for the eConveyancing mandate now
The Conveyancing industry has been anticipating – and in many cases excited about – legislation mandating electronic conveyancing, and now it is here! The Land Title Regulation 2022 has been enacted and made it mandatory for solicitors to use...
5 Essential New Year Goals for Businesses in 2023
Do you want to set your business up for success this new year? Why not start now! As we enter 2023 it is important to make decisions to help your business thrive. We are here to help with 5 tips to start the year off with a bang! Essential business goals for 2023Learn...
Start the year fresh with these 4 tips!
Start the year fresh with these household and business money tips A new year is always a great time to stop and reflect and make some positive changes for the year ahead. It’s also the perfect opportunity to get more organised and build some...
Business owners: watch your step!
Recent changes to the Schedule 2 of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth), more commonly known as the Australian Consumer Law and Australian Securities and Investments Commission Act 2001 (Cth), have been enacted by virtue of the Treasury Laws Amendment (More...
How to ensure you get paid as a subcontractor.
Are you a subcontractor? – Ensure you are aware of your rights Whether you are an employer or a subcontractor, you need to be aware of your rights and entitlements to ensure you and/or your business are protected. Read the article below for a brief...
What does it mean to be a Finalist in the Sunshine Coast Business Awards 2022?
What makes us stand out in the legal industry? At Greenhalgh Pickard we believe in taking the time to understand each of our clients' circumstances, allowing us to best assist them through integrated solutions, transparency with prices and creating...
Equitable Briefing
Changes to Equitable Briefing within the Legal professionA very significant milestone has been reached in the legal profession, with more female practitioners practicing law than ever before and now outnumbering men on the High Court, but are we at a point of full...
Paid Family and Domestic Violence leave becomes law
MEDIA RELEASE: 28 October 2022 10 Days of paid Family and Domestic Violence leave has been made law. The paid leave has been introduced to the National Employment Standards and from February 1st 2023, Australians will be entitled to ten...
What happens to your assets once you separate?
Once you have separated, it is extremely important to separate your assets as soon as possible. It is a common misconception to believe property settlements are 50/50. In fact, no two matters are the same and the Family Court rely on a multitude of factors when...
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