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Do I Need A Social Enterprise Constitution?
Social enterprises blend purpose with profit - you’re building a sustainable business while delivering a positive social or...
29 Jan 2025
Are Volunteers Part Of Your Business? You Need A Volunteer Agreement.
Volunteers can add incredible value to a charity, social enterprise or community-focused business in Australia. They bring energy,...
28 Jan 2025
An Employer’s Guide To Employee Share Schemes
Offering equity to your team can be a game-changer for growth, retention and culture. But employee equity comes...
28 Jan 2025
What Do I Need In My Gym’s Terms And Conditions?
Running a gym in Australia is exciting - you’re helping people feel better, get stronger and build community....
28 Jan 2025
What Is A Contract?
Contracts are everywhere in business - from a simple quote you accept by email, to the multi‑page agreement...
28 Jan 2025
Do Australian Workers Have The Right To Toilet Breaks?
Toilet breaks are a basic human need, but what does Australian law actually say about them at work?...
28 Jan 2025
Non-Disclosure Agreements In The Entertainment Industry
Whether you’re developing a TV pilot, producing a web series, pitching a feature, or signing a talent to...
28 Jan 2025
What Is A Teaming Agreement?
If you’re chasing bigger projects or government tenders in Australia, it’s common to join forces with another business...
27 Jan 2025
What Is Exclusive Dealing?
Exclusive dealing can be a smart way to secure supply, protect your brand and reward loyal partners. But...
27 Jan 2025
How To Open A Cafe
Dreaming of opening a cafe in Australia? Cafes are at the heart of many communities, and with the...
27 Jan 2025
When Is A Contract Unenforceable?
Contracts are the backbone of doing business in Australia. But even a well‑intentioned deal can fall over if...
27 Jan 2025
Product Liability In Australia: A Practical Guide For Businesses
When you sell goods in Australia, you’re responsible for making sure those products are safe and do what...
27 Jan 2025
What Are My Consumer Disclosure Obligations (Fair Trading Act NSW)?
If you sell goods or services to customers in New South Wales, you have legal obligations to be...
27 Jan 2025
3 Key Responsibilities As An Online Small Business
Running an online small business in Australia gives you incredible flexibility and access to customers nationwide. You can...
27 Jan 2025
Why It’s Important To Have An Agistment Agreement
If you provide pasture and care for horses or other livestock on your property, you’re running an agistment...
27 Jan 2025
Workplace Health And Safety: An Overview For Employers
Creating a safe, healthy workplace isn’t just “good practice” - it’s a legal requirement in Australia and a...
26 Jan 2025
An Employee’s Capacity To Bind A Company By Contract (Australia)
Every day, employees make commitments on behalf of their employer - sending proposals, accepting quotes, placing orders and...
26 Jan 2025
No Commercial Lease Agreement: What Are My Rights?
Leasing a shop, office or warehouse without a signed commercial lease is more common than you might think....
26 Jan 2025
Could A Share Buyback Agreement Help Your Business?
If you’re running a company in Australia, there may come a time when you want to tidy up...
26 Jan 2025
Do I Need To Notify ASIC About My CSF?
If you’re gearing up to raise capital through crowd-sourced funding (CSF), you’re likely wondering how the compliance pieces...
26 Jan 2025
Everything You Need To Know About Canva & Copyright
Canva makes it incredibly easy to design social posts, brochures, pitch decks and even product packaging - which...
26 Jan 2025
What Is An Exclusion Clause?
If you’ve ever read a contract that says a business “won’t be liable for” certain losses, you’ve seen...
26 Jan 2025
What Is A Fiduciary Duty?
If you’re running or growing a business in Australia, you’ll often hear the phrase “fiduciary duty.” It sounds...
26 Jan 2025
Understanding Co-operatives: How Could They Work For My Business?
Thinking about a more community‑minded way to run your enterprise? A co‑operative (or “co‑op”) could be a smart,...
26 Jan 2025
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