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Facilitating a successful ERP implementation
Using ERPs for a competitive advantage 8 min read Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems are the backbone of modern business operations, seamlessly integrating processes from accounting to human resources. With AI advancements, analytics and cloud computing, these systems offer greater capabilities to organisations than ever before. The rapid evolution of ERP offerings in the market, alongside the...
Conexa and statutory severance: when a pipeline is ‘land’
A turning point for statutory severance? 11 min read 'Statutory severance' provisions have a significant impact on the application of tax laws to owners of built infrastructure. The New South Wales Court of Appeal's recent decision in Conexa Sydney Holdings Pty Ltd v Chief Commissioner of State Revenue [2025] NSWCA 20 (Conexa) adds nuance to the...
Confused over reno regs? Take this DBPA quiz
If you are confused over the DBPA and how it relates to reno regs, you are not alone. But this simple quiz will get you on the right track.
Forum: Bid to ban outsiders from renting parking
Forum: Bid to prevent non-residents from renting parking spaces; tenant can't get oven repaired, new block paying old block's bills, Secretary stops rogue parking.
(WIP) National Electricity and Gas rules update: February 2025
Key changes to energy rules In our latest update, we examine the progress of new and existing rule change requests to the AEMC across the month of February and take a closer look at the AER's revised TNSP ring-fencing guidelines. Key takeaways National electricity rules One new draft determination: Including distribution network resilience in the NER. National energy retail rules Two...
Podcast: Five years on, pets are here to stay
Podcast: Five years on from the Jo Cooper case pets are here to stay PLUS, how a ban on rent bidding is helping tenants and a kitchen sink drama.
Changes to Anti-Discrimination Laws (NT)
The post was written by Fernanda Dahlstrom In 2022, the NT’s anti-discrimination laws were overhauled significantly for the first time in thirty years. The changes, which were introduced by the Labor government, included the expansion of the list of protected attributes and the introduction of a civil offence of ‘offensive behaviour’. The Country Liberal Party...
First Home Buyer Transfer Duty Concession: Everything You Need to Know
Are you buying your first home and wondering about transfer duty? You are not alone. Transfer duty, also known as stamp duty, is a government tax that applies when property ownership changes hands. The amount of transfer duty to be paid is based on the property’s value, and varies by state and territory. Understanding how...
Basin irrigation operator, Cadell, admits to breaching the Water Charge Rules
13 March 2025 The ACCC has accepted a court-enforceable undertaking from Murray-Darling Basin irrigation infrastructure operator, Cadell Construction Joint Water Supply Scheme Inc (Cadell), after it admitted to breaching the Water Charge Rules. Cadell provides water delivery services in Southern NSW to about 35 customers. The Water Charge Rules apply to infrastructure operators in the Murray-Darling...
DP World Australia’s proposed acquisition of Silk raises preliminary concerns
13 March 2025 The ACCC has outlined preliminary competition concerns with DP World Australia’s proposed acquisition of Silk Logistics (ASX:SLH) in a Statement of Issuespublished today. DP World Australia operates container stevedores at the Ports of Botany (Sydney), Melbourne, Brisbane and Fremantle. DP World Australia on average, services approximately a third of the containers processed at...
Tenants the winners in rent bidding crackdown
NSW Fair Trading report shows that the state's tenants are the winners as the crackdown on rent bidding sees cost of rentals fall.
Pets and Australian Family Law: Changes Coming in June 2025
Soon when couples separate, it will be easier for courts to make orders about pets, so that there is clarity about who has Chase the dog, Harry the cat, or Goldie the goldfish. Australian Courts have always had the ability to make orders concerning pets or animals. For instance, in the 1980s, I acted in...
(WIP) APRA releases Discussion Paper on Governance, proposing more prescriptive requirements for banks, insurers and RSE licensees
Improvements required by APRA-regulated entities to make changes 5 min read In the discussion paper released yesterday, APRA says that 'well governed entities are more resilient in times of stress, more agile in times of change, and demonstrate more sophisticated risk judgement'. And yet, 32% of APRA-regulated entities have governance risks falling outside APRA's risk appetite. APRA's...
Understanding Superannuation Splitting
When separating or divorcing, many couples focus on dividing physical assets such as the family home, cars, or savings. However, one important aspect of a property settlement that should not be overlooked is superannuation. Superannuation is considered ‘property’ and can be split between parties as part of a property settlement. What is Superannuation Splitting? Superannuation splitting...
Forum: Builder’s botch job leaves flat floorless
Forum: Builder's botch job, owners slugged for insurance excess, scheme tol to check hot water system for Legionella, black mould case going to NCAT
Podcast: Netstrata scandal from the inside
The Netstrata report came out last week but we have a unique insight as owners in a block they managed; it wasn't a happy experience for us ... or them.
Power of Attorney in NSW: A Detailed Guide to Securing Your Financial Future
Introduction A Power of Attorney is more than just a document – it’s an essential part of your legal toolkit that can safeguard your financial future in NSW. Whether you’re planning for the unexpected or simply arranging your affairs in advance, knowing the difference between a general and an enduring Power of Attorney is vital....
How To Start A Shuttle Service
In the age of ride-hailing services such as Uber, do people still use shuttle services?The answer is yes.Shuttle services remain a valuable mode of transportation. They are unique from other transport options because they typically operate on fixed routes or between specific destinations, such as airports, hotels, or business districts.So, if you’re thinking of...
Mastering Power of Attorney in Australia: Your Essential Guide
A power of attorney (POA) is one of the most important legal documents you can have in place. Whether you’re planning for unexpected events or seeking peace of mind that your affairs will be managed if you become unable to do so yourself, having a robust power of attorney can be a lifesaver. In...
How to avoid First AGM dodgy contract traps
Your first AGM can be a minefield of dodgy contract traps but you can avoid most if not all of them by persuading your fellow owners to make one simple decision – do nothing.
