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Tree Disputes – Lessons from Roberts v Ho

Tree Disputes – Lessons from Roberts v Ho

February 9th 2026 We love our trees. They provide shade, they can help protect from wind damage, they can also be a home to some great wildlife like possums and birds. According to the Department of Agriculture, Read more

Building a new home? Here’s what legal obligations you have.

Building a new home? Here’s what legal obligations you have.

February 9th 2026 Congratulations, you’ve bought a new property, and you’ve saved your pennies to have your new home designed, the old house knocked down, and your dream home built from the ground up. Before you g Read more

Testamentary Trusts - Is it right for you?

Testamentary Trusts - Is it right for you?

February 9th 2026 For high-net-wealth individuals, estate planning is about more than just dividing assets—it’s about protecting your legacy, providing for your loved ones, and ensuring your wishes are carried out Read more

Family provision claims. A case review of Le v Angius; Angius v Angius.

Family provision claims. A case review of Le v Angius; Angius v Angius.

February 9th 2026 Sitting around the family dinner table, we sometimes have some pretty difficult conversations. None more important however than what is to happen to us after we pass away. Some families do not have Read more

Changes coming to the Family Law Act

Changes coming to the Family Law Act

February 9th 2026 We’ve recently been sharing some of the changes coming to the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) over the past few weeks. Some of these changes will bring a sigh of relief to those whom they affect, while Read more

Land & Environment Court Disputes – Things to Consider

Land & Environment Court Disputes – Things to Consider

February 9th 2026 Living with neighbours is a given, whether you live in the heart of the CBD or the heart of outback Australia, there are always neighbours even when they’re far away. When we live in close quarters Read more

Understanding ‘Deemed Refusal’ in Development Applications: What Homeowners Need to Know

Understanding ‘Deemed Refusal’ in Development Applications: What Homeowners Need to Know

February 9th 2026 If you’ve lodged a Development Application (DA) with your local council and weeks (or even months) have passed with no decision, you may be wondering what’s going on — and whether you’re Read more

Foreign Investor Ban - How are you affected?

Foreign Investor Ban - How are you affected?

February 9th 2026 The Australian property market has seen intense growth in the last few years, which has led to pressure on the Federal Government to curb that growth and make it possible for first-time buyers to ent Read more

Beyond the Grave: Unique and Unexpected Ways to Rest in Peace

Beyond the Grave: Unique and Unexpected Ways to Rest in Peace

February 9th 2026 Thinking about what will happen to you after you die isn’t something we often want to tackle head on and look into, but what if we told you there are some really fascinating options you can pick Read more

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