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This Recent Ruling On Casual Workers Could Affect Your Business
If you engage casual employees, a recent ruling has sharpened the focus on what “casual” really means in...
6 Jan 2025
What Is An Authority To Act Form?
If you’ve ever needed someone to speak to a government agency, bank, supplier or insurer on your behalf,...
5 Jan 2025
Does A Trading Name Need To Be Registered?
If you’re getting your business off the ground in Australia, you might be wondering whether you can simply...
5 Jan 2025
How To Sublease Your Business Premises
Thinking about subleasing part (or all) of your business premises? Whether you’re downsizing, in between moves, or want...
5 Jan 2025
A Guide To Share Subscription Agreements
Bringing on new investors is an exciting milestone for any Australian company. Whether you’re closing a seed round,...
5 Jan 2025
How To Hire Foreign Workers In Australia
Hiring foreign talent can be a smart way to fill skill gaps, scale your operations and bring new...
5 Jan 2025
How Does Copyright Protect My Business?
Whether you’re building a brand, publishing content or developing software, your business creates intellectual property every day. Copyright...
5 Jan 2025
Can I Go Into Business With A Foreign Partner?
Absolutely - many Australian ventures successfully team up with overseas co‑founders, investors or strategic partners. A foreign partner...
5 Jan 2025
Step-By-Step Guide To Importing Goods Into Australia
Importing products into Australia can be a smart way to grow your margins, broaden your range and compete...
5 Jan 2025
New Developments May Let You Copyright Your Facebook & Instagram Posts
If you post photos, reels, carousels or captions on Facebook or Instagram, you’ve probably wondered: can I “copyright”...
5 Jan 2025
What Is An Apprenticeship Agreement?
Hiring an apprentice is a great way to grow your team and invest in skills for the long...
5 Jan 2025
How To Lease A Commercial Retail Space - 9 Things To Know
Finding the right retail space can be the difference between a thriving shopfront and a costly headache. The...
4 Jan 2025
Need A Reseller Agreement For Your Business?
If you’re planning to sell your products through third parties, a Reseller Agreement is one of the most...
4 Jan 2025
Setting Up a Virtual Internship in Australia: Legal Basics
Virtual internships can be a smart way to build your talent pipeline, diversify your team and support students...
4 Jan 2025
Working As A Contractor In Australia: Legal Setup, Obligations And Contracts
Thinking about working as a contractor in Australia? It’s a flexible way to build your career and your...
4 Jan 2025
Protecting Indigenous Knowledge and IP Rights in Australia
Australia’s First Nations peoples hold rich cultural knowledge, art, languages, stories, designs, and practices built over tens of...
4 Jan 2025
What Is A Deed Of Guarantee & Indemnity?
If you’re lending money, offering trade credit, supplying goods before payment, or entering a lease, you might want...
4 Jan 2025
Personal Information Vs Sensitive Information: What’s The Difference?
If your business collects customer or employee details in Australia, you need to understand the difference between personal...
4 Jan 2025
What Happens At The End Of A Franchise Agreement?
If you’re operating a franchise in Australia, the end of your franchise agreement can feel like a big...
3 Jan 2025
What Is A ‘COVID-Safe’ Workplace?
COVID-19 is no longer new, but it hasn’t disappeared. As an employer in Australia, you still have a...
3 Jan 2025
Understanding Share Sales In Australia: A Practical Guide For Business Owners
If you’re looking to buy or sell a business in Australia, a share sale is one of the...
3 Jan 2025
Do I Need Terms Of Use For My Website?
Launching a website is exciting - it’s your digital shopfront, your brand home, and often the first place...
3 Jan 2025
Can I Pay My Employees Commission Only?
Commission can be a powerful way to motivate sales teams. It rewards performance, helps align incentives, and can...
3 Jan 2025
How Much Money Do You Need To Start A Small Business In Australia?
Starting a small business is different for every business owner. As such, so is the cost of starting...
3 Jan 2025
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