VideoLegal Lockdown - Episode 1: JobKeeper SchemeEpisode 1 discusses the Australian government's recent announcement of JobKeeper payments - for eligible employers.AustraliaCoronavirus (COVID-19)Holman Webb
ArticleUpdate on mandatory COVID-19 vaccination in VictoriaThis paper is a summary of the Directions and obligations of employers and workers regarding mandatory vaccination.AustraliaCoronavirus (COVID-19)Madgwicks
ArticleCOVID-19: Changes to ADVO (domestic and personal violence order) proceedings in NSWThe changes are applicable during the prescribed period (the pandemic) and will revert when the virus is under control.AustraliaCriminal LawKells
ArticleCOVID-19: Changes for NSW essential workers who contract COVID-19 at workEssential workers do not need to prove where they contracted COVID-19 when making a workers compensation claim in NSW.AustraliaEmployment and HRKells
ArticleCOVID-19 Government Response Update: JobKeeper allowance and what it means for employersThe Australian government's JobKeeper allowance will enable eligible businesses to retain or reinstate employees.AustraliaEmployment and HRHHG Legal Group
ArticleCOVIDSafe app and employmentIt is an offence to treat an employee adversely for reasons related to their use or refusal to use the COVIDSafe app.AustraliaEmployment and HRWatkins Tapsell
VideoFull disclosure podcast, volume 1: Navigating stand downs, redundancy and unfair dismissal after JobKeeperLink to podcast providing an update on the JobKeeper scheme coming to a close & the impact on SA businesses.AustraliaEmployment and HRMellor Olsson
ArticleNew changes to the Queensland government restrictions for parenting arrangements during August lockdownThis recent Qld Health Direction no longer provides for some parenting arrangements to be facilitated during lockdown.AustraliaFamily and MatrimonialMcCarthy Durie Lawyers
ArticleCouncil Connect - Issue 9Councils are now required to respond to rapidly changing rules & to adapt their resources accordingly. Link to video & articles.AustraliaGovernment, Public SectorBartier Perry Solicitors
ArticleExpansion of the COVID-19 pandemic event visa for Australian critical industriesCritical industry sectors include agriculture, food processing, health care, aged care, disability care and childcare.AustraliaImmigrationHolding Redlich
ArticleInternational travel to reopen for vaccinated AustraliansRestrictions with overseas destinations will be subject to change, so watch the rules if you choose to leave Australia.AustraliaImmigrationRoam Migration Law
ArticleCOVID-19 Alert – Confirmed extension to insolvent trading moratoriumThese changes to insolvent trading laws were introduced to help businesses manage the economic effects of the pandemic.AustraliaInsolvency/Bankruptcy/Re-StructuringOsborn Law
ArticleHave you been charged with an offence in NSW but cannot attend court?These changes will reduce the number of people who attend Local Court but still allow the court system to remain open.AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationKells
ArticleApprovals (COVID) currency extension: Minister adds six months to all development approvalsAmendments to Planning Act 2016 (Qld) (made because of COVID) allow the Minister to extend or suspend periods under the Act.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionMcCullough Robertson
ArticleCOVID-19 relief in Victoria for landlords and tenantsKey takeaways from latest guidance to Victorian landlords & tenants regarding their lease obligations.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionHolding Redlich
ArticleLegal changes have rural ramificationsTemporary amendments relating to financially distressed companies and individuals can apply to agricultural industries.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionMellor Olsson
ArticleNSW budget extends COVID-19 rental reliefRecent changes to the scope of commercial property allow for greater relief & flexibility to support all during COVID-19.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleNSW government announces coronavirus land tax reliefA $440 million land tax support package will assist NSW commercial and residential landlords for the 2020 land tax year.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionKells
ArticleVictorian Commercial Tenancy Relief Scheme (CTRS) set to be extendedThe Victorian Small Business Commission (VSBC) website notes that there will be some changes to the CTRS moving forward.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionHolding Redlich