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Environmental protection changes and data collection
New practice standards & compliance procedures will be introduced for agricultural producers if the EPA Bill is passed.
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Following the latest draft rulings by the Australian Tax Office on trust distributions, is it fair to ask: why would we trust the ATO?
The Commissioner has completely repurposed s100A and has also changed its position on other matters.McCullough Robertson - Article
Government to make good on missed opportunity by Coalition? Proposed legislation to implement further Respect@Work recommendations
Employers should already have systems, policies and processes to prevent or to respond to claims of sexual harassment.McCullough Robertson - Article
It has ale gone pear shaped for Urban Alley: Appeal dismissed with costs
Recent case highlights the risks of others being able to use the same or similar name, even if the trade mark is registered.McCullough Robertson - Article
The introduction of Windfall Gains Tax (WGT) Bill in Victoria
The Bill introduces a new windfall gains tax imposed on specific land value uplifts that arise as a result of rezoning.McCullough Robertson - Article
ASX Corporate Governance Principles and Recommendations to be refreshed
The ASX Corporate Governance Council has opened public consultation to update its "Principles and Recommendations".McCullough Robertson - Article
COVID-19 changes to electronic execution of documents
Temporary measures regarding electronic execution of documents were introduced as a result of COVID.McCullough Robertson - Article
Expiring employment contracts still considered to be a dismissal by an employer
Successive outer-limit contracts may expose employers to dismissal-based claims if these contracts are not renewed.McCullough Robertson - Article
Fair Work Commission endorses approach to dismiss injured employee
FWC endorsed approach taken by HR Department to dismiss an employee who could not perform the inherent requirements of her role.McCullough Robertson - Article
Local councils are not immune from regulatory attention, and should maintain robust safety management systems to manage the work of third party contractors
Recent WH&S case discussed.McCullough Robertson - Article
Modern award changes during COVID-19 pandemic
Given the widespread impact of COVID-19 on employers and employees, more applications to vary modern awards are expected.McCullough Robertson - Article
Redefining Long Service Leave in NSW: substantial connection test changed
The Wipro case impacts employers with employees who have completed part of their service interstate or overseas.McCullough Robertson - Article
Proposed changes to fees and costs disclosure for managed investment products – what product issuers need to know
Comments on CP 308 are required to be submitted to ASIC on or before 2 April 2019 if you would like to make a submission.McCullough Robertson - Article
Keep it open! New regulations for closing council meetings have commenced
The intention of the New Regulation is to promote transparency, but the implications in practice will be interesting to see.McCullough Robertson - Article
Pikachu-se your fights carefully against copyright infringers
The court determined that Pokémon (TPCI) could not show that it suffered loss or damage, so damages were only nominal.McCullough Robertson - Article
The designs, they are a changin – what you need to know about the amendments to the Designs Act 2003
Details of the key changes to designs law in Australia and what you need to know.McCullough Robertson - Article
High Court to decide groundbreaking privilege case
Recent case seeks to resolve long-standing controversy around the use of legal professional privilege.McCullough Robertson - Article
Compensation for compulsory acquisition - are you sufficiently interested?
A Bare Licence does not meet the threshold of an Interest in Land for the purposes of compensation for a compulsory acquisition.McCullough Robertson - Article
Division 7A and Unpaid Present Entitlements (UPEs) - ATO provides relief for Option 1 UPE loans
PCG 2017/13 sets out the ATO's compliance approach for Option 1 loans which were entered into on or before 30 June 2011.McCullough Robertson - Article
FIRB Water Rights – Do not end up in deep water
Foreign persons with water rights must notify the ATO before 31st July to avoid penalties.McCullough Robertson
