Land tax is an annual tax on land ownership in Victoria, assessed on the total unimproved (which is the value of the land alone, without considering any improvements) value of taxable land that you own in the state.

Land transfer duty & landholder duty – what they are, when they apply, common risks & issues.

How to prepare your paperwork for a business sale.

GST is a federal tax of 10% value added tax payable on supplies of most goods and services.

Returning to work after parental leave is a significant transition and can raise complex legal and practical issues such as job security, flexibility, workplace rights, etc., for both employees and employers.

Taxpayers can certainly object if they are dissatisfied with the state land tax assessed for various reasons.

Builder insolvency has become increasingly common across Australia’s residential construction sector. In the 2023–2024 financial year, almost 3,000 construction companies entered external administration, representing about 27% of all corporate insolvencies in Australia.

Navigating property settlement after separation in Victoria involves understanding how courts divide assets, liabilities, and financial resources between former spouses or de facto partners. The process considers financial and non-financial contributions, future needs, and the impact of family violence to reach a just and equitable outcome under the Family Law Act 1975.

This decision reinforces the high evidentiary threshold required to establish defective building work under the DBCA.

A subcontractor agreement allocates scope, payment, risk, intellectual property and liability between a head contractor and subcontractor. Understanding the legal requirements, negotiation strategies, and industry-specific regulations is essential for both parties to protect their interests and ensure enforceability under Australian law.

Commercial property acquisitions in Australia involve significant financial exposure and long-term commitment. Whether the asset is a warehouse, retail premises, shopping centre or office building...

When trees on neighbouring properties cause disputes over damage, safety concerns, or sunlight obstruction, the Trees (Disputes Between Neighbours) Act 2006 provides a legal framework for resolution...

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A basic summary to help understand the key elements and an overview of the legal processes in Victoria.

A Deed of Company Arrangement (DOCA) is a sophisticated business restructuring mechanism under Australian insolvency law that can preserve enterprise value, maintain operations, and deliver better creditor outcomes than liquidation.

Land zoning is a critical piece of information for any property developers, landowner or third party (Proponent), and the zoning of your land is legally regulated by local council's Local Environmental Plan (LEP).