The Building Industry Fairness (Security of Payment) Act 2017 was passed on 10 November 2017 with some provisions, including those relating to Adjudication, still to come into force. Here is a link to the Act:… Read More

In Queensland your Will is no longer valid once you marry (or divorce) or enter into a de facto partnership (or its termination). See section 14 or 14A of the Succession Act 1981. There are… Read More

Don’t get caught out with the instant asset write-off Professor Robert Deutsch, Senior Tax Counsel at The Tax Institute says, “There is something very odd about the $20,000 small business instant asset write-off which has… Read More

Be aware of the Building Industry Fairness (Security of Payment) Bill 2017 (Qld) which could be in place by January 2018. If implemented it will require compulsory Project Bank Accounts, initially for Government projects between… Read More

The Queensland Parliament has just passed the Fair Trading (Fuel Price Board) Regulation 183 of 2017. The regulation will prohibit the display of discounted fuel prices on fuel price boards. The purpose is to reduce… Read More

The Building Industry Fairness (Security of Payments) Bill 2017 was introduced in the Queensland Parliament on 22 August 2017. The Bill is aimed at introducing of Project Bank Accounts initially for Construction projects over $1million.… Read More

It is still not too late to restructure your business to take advantage of the reduced corporate tax rate. It may well produce a better tax rate than an existing Trust structure, depending on your… Read More

Federal penalty unit increases by $30 The value of a penalty unit under federal law will increase from its current value of $180 to $210 from 1 July 2017. Previous increases were in 2012 ($110… Read More

We have MOVED! You can now find us at 1/25 Shore Street W, Cleveland QLD We are sharing a reception with Jewell Moore Chartered Accountants so look for their big red sign not far from Mitre… Read More

The Queensland Government is conducting community and industry consultation sessions  into the future of the building and construction industry during February and March 2017.  See this link for the details: http://queenslandbuildingplan.engagementhq.com/state-wide-consultation-sessions?fb_page_type=project&fb_tool_id=23613 Read More

In the rush to finish up before the Christmas break you may find yourself settling a contract. If so, make sure that the contract is properly signed by the other side before you assume that… Read More

WHY PAY TO REVIEW YOUR CONTRACT? Many contractors seem to be unaware of the value of reviewing their contract. Sadly it seems that more often than not subcontractors wait until something has gone wrong before… Read More

Don't forget that most superannuation funds require a Binding Death Benefit Nomination to be renewed every three years. If you die without a current nomination in place, the fund trustee must decide who gets your superannuation… Read More

Estate planning: it's more than just a will, enduring power of attorney and advance health directive. It's about a strategy, about so planning your affairs that there really is an orderly transition of all that… Read More

With all the changes we have decided to go back to the old name and logo - it's that little more personal and familiar. So, for those who asked, here it is... Read More

Queensland Legal Consultants Professional Brisbane Legal Services We provide a range of commercial advice with particular emphasis on litigation and dispute resolution. We are able to assist with: Decisions relating to business or company matters… Read More

Queensland Legal Consultants - Professional Legal Services Contract & Commercial Law We can help with a wide range of contracts, or simply explain the hidden meaning in what you are being asked to sign. For assistance… Read More

Queensland Legal Consultants Professional Brisbane Legal Services Spring Fever! Spring is here and it’s time to start taking action. We can help. For a limited time we are offering the initial consultation to assess your matter… Read More