What do the statistics say?

The changes to superannuation are complex, unfair and rushed. More time is needed for people to make decisions about their long-term commitments.

All reporting entities will need to either change AML/CTF programs or have a transition plan to compliance, or both.

What advice can accountants give in relation to SMSFs without needing an AFSL?

When a recommendation by an accountant constitutes financial product advice, and where to draw the line.

Discussion of the anti-avoidance regime of FOFA.

The service of a statutory demand could be the first step towards placing an insolvent company into liquidation.

This article explains retention of title clauses and emphasizes the importance of good drafting in commercial contracts.

In comparison with most of the world, data protection and privacy legislation in the Pacific is unsophisticated.

The good news is - with the correct permits and licences, a company or individual can export almost anything out of PNG.

Before you rush out the door to incorporate a PNG company, there are several things you need to know.

This article explains costs, competition and restraint of trade, key clauses in commercial contracts, with examples.

This article explains mediation, arbitration and dispute resolution clauses in commercial contracts, with examples,.

investors may be unaware that investment structures can give rise to double taxation when foreign profits are returned.

A statutory demand is normally the first step taken by a creditor to wind up a company on the grounds of insolvency.

The phrase "consequential loss" is very commonly used in exclusion and limitation of liability clauses.

From 1 July 2016, accountants who propose to give SMSF advice will need an AFSL, or be the representative of a licensee.

What exactly is adequate compensation? Many people will respond that it is the requirement under section 912B of the Corporations Act for an Australian Financial Services Licensee to have in place a system of compensation for aggrieved and affected clients.

This article provides some observations on recent environmental factors with impacts on the Australian wine industry.

A defect in a PPSA registration may render a security interest ineffective, which may be disastrous for a secured party.