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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...
Must know tools for Business Owners!
“Save time and effort when starting and running your business by using the Business Launchpad, a digital tool that makes it easier to discover licences, permits and regulatory information tailored to your business needs.” The Queensland...
How to ensure you get paid as a Subcontractor
How to ensure you get paid as a Subcontractor A subcontractor’s charge is available where a subcontractor reasonably believes that: Am I a Subcontractor? A subcontractor is defined as the party to a subcontract who performs...
7 tips to better mental health
It's Mental Health Week! We wanted to take this opportunity to share 7 simple steps to a clearer headspace. Working in the industry we do, naturally we are fierce advocates for mental health amongst not only our team, but our clients and broader...
Driving under the influence? Get advice today.
The risks of drinking, driving and random breath tests are advertised consistently, from TV to billboards. We are all aware of the two (2) standard drinks in the first hour, and one (1) standard per hour thereafter. These guidelines, equally helpful...
What does the future of tax returns look like?
ATO Commissioner Chris Jordan has announced at Xerocon 2022 that the ATO plan on being fully digested by 2030. He outlined that the ATO executive group have authorised digital plan that aims for tax to be fully digitised by 2030. The model is...
Queensland moves to mandate eConveyancing
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...
The Great Liquidation: will my build survive?
With the recent liquidation of another major building company, Oracle Building Corporation Pty Ltd, there is one thing for certain - this will not be the last! As the recession conversation ramps up, liquidation is not only a result of the long-term...
How can purchasing an electric car impact your tax?
A recent Bill has been introduced on the 27th of July 2022 indicates an electric future is closer than ever. If the Bill is passed, an electric vehicle meeting the qualifications purchased after July 1st, 2022, may be eligible for government removed or reduced...
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