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Do I Need A CSF Company Constitution?
Equity crowdfunding (also called crowd‑sourced funding or CSF) has opened the door for Australian startups and growing small...
29 Jan 2025
How To Avoid CV Fraud
Hiring can move fast - and when you’re under pressure to fill a role, it’s tempting to take...
29 Jan 2025
Construction Contracts: Do I Need An Exclusivity Clause?
Winning and delivering construction work in Australia is competitive. Whether you’re a builder, subcontractor, supplier or consultant, you’ll...
29 Jan 2025
How Many Sick Days Do You Get A Year?
Sick days are part of running a healthy workplace. Whether you’re an employer setting up your leave systems...
29 Jan 2025
Why Copying T&Cs From Another Website Is A Bad Idea
When you’re launching a website in Australia, it’s tempting to copy someone else’s Terms & Conditions (T&Cs) and...
29 Jan 2025
Key Instagram Copyright Rules For Australian Businesses
Instagram is one of the most powerful places to build your brand in Australia. From Reels and Stories...
29 Jan 2025
What Is The Pari Passu Principle?
If you’ve ever dealt with a business that’s gone into liquidation or you’ve supplied goods on credit, you...
29 Jan 2025
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 Are Preference Shares?
If you’re raising capital for a company in Australia, you’ll quickly come across the term “preference shares.” They’re...
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
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
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
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
Legal Advice On Whether To Lend Money To A Friend’s Business
Lending money to a friend’s business can feel like the ultimate show of support. You want to help...
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
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
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