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Into The Deep End: Queensland Pool Safety Laws
22.09.17
Drowning is one of the largest causes of infant deaths in Queensland. In response, the Queensland Government enacted new pool safety laws, which commenced on 1 December 2010.
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Queensland Tree Disputes: Disclosure To Buyers 22.09.17 In 2011, a review conducted by the Department of Justice and Attorney-General concluded that dividing fences and trees were the two most common causes of disputes between neighbours.Read More
Local Law 17: Selling Waterfront Gold Coast Property 22.09.17 With an assortment of canals, rivers and creeks, the Gold Coast contains many beautiful waterways. To protect both these waterways and buyers of property situated in these waterways,Read More
Case Update: Spouse's Death Before Property Settlement Finalised 22.09.17 When a marriage breaks down, it is recommended that spouses enter into a legally binding arrangement with each other regarding the division of property and assets. This is usually achieved through either a binding financial agreement or a Consent Order made under the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth).Read More
Case Update: Duty Concessions for Home Buyers 22.09.17 Generally, when you buy land or an apartment in Queensland, you must pay the government transfer duty (commonly called ‘stamp duty’). The amount of duty payable is determined by the purchase price of the property or, if the parties are related, the higher of the market value and the purchase price.Read More
Second Magistrate allocated to the Domestic Violence Court Southport 22.09.17 The longstanding issue of domestic violence has recently received significant media attention which has assisted with the social awareness of an issue which affects so many individuals.Read More
Buying Residential Property as a Foreign Buyer 22.09.17 Foreign investment plays an important role in the Australian economy and its development as a nation. In particular, the purchase of real estate is a popular means of foreign investment in Australia. Between 2013 and 2014, foreign investment in Australian real estate was valued at nearly $74.6 billion.Read More
Case Update: Statutory Wills 22.09.17 Case Update: Mutual Wills 22.09.17 Mutual wills can be a useful tool when estate planning for spouses with blended families, but should not be entered into lightly. The case of Masci v Masci shows the possible implications of mutual wills.Read More
Burton v Spencer: Warning for those without a Will 22.09.17 The Queensland case of Burton v Spencer demonstrates the unintended difficulties and complications that can arise should you die without a Will in Queensland.Read More
Case Update: Alleged Misrepresentation of off-the-plan Gold Coast Penthouse 22.09.17 When buying a property off-the-plan, buyers often rely on representations made to them by the developer or their real estate agents. Juniper Property Holdings No 15 Pty Ltd v Caltabiano (No 2) shows the issues .....Read More
Are oral contracts illegal or unenforceable? 22.09.17 Queensland legislation requires builders to record their contracts in writing. The consequences of failing to do so were demonstrated in the recent case of Nichols v Earth Spirit Home Pty Ltd (‘Nichols’).Read More
