ArticleBusiness loan repayment deferrals are expiringJobKeeper has helped staffing, but it has not assisted with other operating costs, particularly rent or finance debts.AustraliaInsolvency/Bankruptcy/Re-StructuringWorrells
ArticleCOVID-19 support measures cause significant drop in insolvency appointmentsThe decreases in insolvency appointments seem to be the result of government intervention to support business and jobs.AustraliaInsolvency/Bankruptcy/Re-StructuringWorrells
ArticleCOVID-19 privacy principles for handling personal dataCommonwealth and State Privacy Commissioners issued a joint set of privacy principles to support a consistent approach.AustraliaPrivacyHolding Redlich
ArticleCommercial tenancies - The Retail and Other Commercial Leases (COVID-19) Regulation 2020 (NSW) has now commencedThis regulation gives NSW effect to the Code of Conduct for certain commercial leases, as adopted by National Cabinet.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionSurry Partners
ArticleConstruction pause in South Australia – Reopening construction for Targeted Essential State InfrastructureWhile the vast majority of construction sites will remain closed, some projects can now reopen.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionPiper Alderman
ArticleFederal Government new HomeBuilder scheme - Who is eligible?The Commonwealth HomeBuilder scheme will stimulate work in the construction sector in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionHolding Redlich
ArticleQueensland extends rent relief for commercial tenantsThe Qld government recently introduced regulations that effectively extend the window for tenants to seek rent relief.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionColin Biggers & Paisley
ArticleBusiness brakes coming off just in time: SurveyBusiness restrictions may soon be lifted for thousands of companies in key industries, according to a national survey.AustraliaCoronavirus (COVID-19)KordaMentha
ArticleCan I sign my will, power of attorney or statutory declaration electronically in NSW?New regulations in NSW allow for video conferencing technology to be used in the witnessing of important legal documents.AustraliaCoronavirus (COVID-19)Surry Partners
ArticleCOVID-19 (Coronavirus) Immigration UpdatesSince 20 March, travel to Australia has been restricted to Australian citizens, residents and immediate family members.AustraliaCoronavirus (COVID-19)Roam Migration Law
ArticleCOVID- 19 offences in Western AustraliaCOVID-19 offences in WA are set out in the Emergency Management Act 2005 (WA) and the Emergency Management Regulations.AustraliaCoronavirus (COVID-19)HHG Legal Group
ArticleJobkeeper overpayments and the ATORecently an ATO JobKeeper overpayment article was released to give guidance as to how the ATO views a recovery process.AustraliaCoronavirus (COVID-19)Worrells
ArticleNot quite Come One, Come All - but we are getting there: The Public Health (COVID-19 Restrictions on Gathering and Movement) Order (No 4) 2020 (NSW)NSW has taken cautious steps in implementing measures to further ease COVID-19 restrictions that were currently in place.AustraliaCoronavirus (COVID-19)Carroll & O'Dea
ArticleSocial distancing laws: Can I still spearfish in NSW during the COVID-19 pandemic?Spearfishing is an excellent way to get exercise and to source fresh food, in accordance with the ministerial direction.AustraliaCoronavirus (COVID-19)Kells
ArticleThe latest Australian travel restrictions due to the coronavirus (COVID-19)Travel to and from Australia has been restricted, and travellers to Australia are required to self-isolate for 14 days.AustraliaCoronavirus (COVID-19)Roam Migration Law
ArticleThe Victorian Government's Response To COVID-19In addition to various measures implemented by the Federal Government in response to COVID-19, state and territory governments have announced a range of initiatives intended to help businesses and individuals ...AustraliaCoronavirus (COVID-19)Davies Collison Cave
ArticleCertainty on electronic signing and virtual AGMs finally on the horizonThese temporary amendments to the Corporations Act will allow virtual attendance at meetings and signing of documents.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawHolding Redlich
ArticleCOVID-19 changes to electronic execution of documentsTemporary measures regarding electronic execution of documents were introduced as a result of COVID.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawMcCullough Robertson
ArticleCOVID-19: Virtual e-signing and AGMs granted the green light in NSWA meeting can now be held in NSW, using technology to allow people to participate without being physically present.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawKells