Video explaining importance of following the correct processes when dismissing employees.

A reversionary pension is a pension from a superannuation fund, which reverts, when you die, to a nominated beneficiary.

A TRIS pension can now continue to reversionary beneficiaries even if they have not satisfied the conditions of release.

This Safe Work Australia material is a systematic and practical approach to managing work-related psychological injury.

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, NSW has passed legislation allowing for more flexible use of long service leave.

Cooper Grace Ward's workers' compensation podcast examines the Court of Appeal case Cootharinga North Queensland v Wolfs, where special counsel Damien Jarrett and senior associate Kim Villis analyze how the risk of injury must be clearly identified in statements of claim. The discussion reveals the practical challenges posed by broadly pleaded claims and their impact on trial preparation, costs, and case management efficiency.

A Queensland District Court case examines whether a residential care facility adequately protected a worker who suffered psychiatric injury after being threatened by a young person in her care. The case explores critical questions about staffing requirements, risk management protocols, and the impact of undisclosed pre-existing conditions on compensation claims.

Many employers think that they don't need to have formal employment contracts, when employees are covered by an Award.

If one of the parties has been guilty of family violence, it could result in an adjustment in the property settlement.

In this video, CGW family lawyer Tiana Harris busts a few common family law myths and lays down the facts.

Link to interview with the newly promoted associate, Caitlyn McKenna

Supreme Court of Queensland required the owner of a property subdivision project be registered for GST.

Entitlement to claim relief for the extension period is now based on SME tenants showing a 30% annual turnover drop.

Link to podcast discussing the government's proposed tax on super balances over $3 million.

Tax issues for deceased estates and testamentary trusts.

Explores when businesses are grouped for payroll tax & some of the alarming consequences that flow from that grouping.

NSW Supreme Court's decision in Uber Australia Pty Ltd v Chief Commissioner of State Revenue.

This episode discusses when businesses have to contribute superannuation for contractors who are deemed employees.

Link to presentation about the rise of residency problems & how they affect you and your clients.

Cooper Grace Ward's latest podcast episode examines the new restrictions on SMSF borrowing for real estate purchases, clarifying widespread misconceptions about what constitutes a 'residential real estate ban.' Partners Scott Hay-Bartlem and Clinton Jackson, alongside senior associate Keeghan Silcock, break down the business real property test requirements and explain the critical transitional rules taking effect from August 2026.