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• The Home Building Act 1989

  The introduction on 1 February 2012 of a new category of written contracts for ‘small jobs’ worth between $1001 and $5000 will assist in providing administrative relief to many small businesses undertaking residential building work . more...

• Social Media Policies in the Workplace

  By now, all employers should have in place email and internet policies which deal with acceptable and unacceptable conduct. A social media policy can be an extension of these existing policies, just make sure you have one – as seen in this recent case involving Linfox! more...

• Consumer Leases and Credit Contracts

  Since the introduction of the National Consumer Credit Protection Act, we have found many businesses that rent out equipment or issue hire agreements to individuals are actually unaware of their obligations and lack compliance. Unfortunately, these businesses find out about their obligations when it’s too late! more...

• Privacy alert – Reminders of Our Obligations

  Don’t risk monetary penalties - recent cases have highlighted the importance of compliance with relevant Privacy Legislation within your business and ensuring your staff members are aware of their obligations. more...

• Business Name Registrations in Australia

  The national Business Names Register will commence on 28 May 2012. How will it affect your business? more...