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Running An Online Course? Here’s How To Protect Yourself (2026 Updated)
Online courses are still one of the most accessible ways to build a scalable business in Australia. You can teach from your laptop, reach students across the country (or globally), and create...
15 January 2026
What Is An Indemnity Clause? (2026 Updated)
If you’ve ever signed a contract and felt uneasy about a clause that sounds like “you agree to indemnify us…”, you’re not alone. Indemnity clauses are one of the most common (and...
15 January 2026
Legal Requirements For Starting A Cleaning Business In 2026
Starting a cleaning business can be a great move in 2026. Demand is steady (and often growing), the overheads can be relatively low compared to other industries, and you can build a...
14 January 2026
Deed of Accession In 2026: What It Is And Whether You Need One
When your business starts growing, the paperwork rarely stays “simple” for long. You might be bringing on a new co-founder, issuing shares to an employee, adding an investor, or admitting a new...
12 January 2026
Working In Healthcare? Get A Professional Services Agreement (2026 Updated)
Working in healthcare can be incredibly rewarding - but it can also get legally complicated, quickly. Maybe you’re a sole practitioner (like a psychologist, GP, physiotherapist, dentist, or allied health professional). Maybe...
12 January 2026
Essential Legal Documents You Need To Start A Business In 2026
Starting a business in 2026 can feel exciting (and honestly, a little overwhelming). You’ve probably got a product idea, a service you know people need, or a brand concept you’re ready to...
11 January 2026
Japanese Business In Australia: Where Do I Start? (2026 Updated)
Australia continues to be a strong place to launch and grow a Japanese business - whether you’re bringing an established brand into the market, opening a restaurant or retail concept, setting up...
7 January 2026
Are Employees Allowed To Take A Mental Health Day Off Work? (2026 Updated)
Mental health is a workplace issue as much as it is a personal one. If you employ staff, chances are you’ve already seen it play out in real life: an employee calls...
6 January 2026
How To Deregister A Company In 2026
Closing a company can feel like a big step - even if the business hasn’t traded for a while, or you’ve simply outgrown the structure you originally chose. In Australia, “deregistering” a...
5 January 2026
Unilateral Contracts: What Are They? (2026 Updated)
Sometimes, you don’t want a long negotiation or a back-and-forth contract signing process. You just want to make an offer to the world (or to a specific group of people) and have...
5 January 2026
Do I Need A Facility Management Agreement? (2026 Updated)
Running a building or site is a bit like running a small business within a business. Even if your core focus is hospitality, retail, logistics, aged care, manufacturing, or office services, the...
5 January 2026
What Is The De Minimis Rule? (2026 Updated)
If you run a business, you’ve probably had this thought at least once: “Surely the law isn’t going to worry about something that small?” That instinct is where the “de minimis rule”...
4 January 2026
What Is Corporate Social Responsibility? (2026 Updated)
Corporate social responsibility (CSR) is one of those business terms you’ve probably heard a lot - but it can feel a bit vague when you’re actually trying to run a business day...
1 January 2026
Hiring Fairly: What Is Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)? (2026 Updated)
Hiring your first employee (or your fiftieth) is exciting - but it can also feel like you’re stepping into a legal minefield. In Australia, “hiring fairly” isn’t just a nice idea. It’s...
1 January 2026
Succession Planning Lawyers In Australia: How They Can Help
Thinking about the future can feel overwhelming, especially when it involves your business, your role as a founder or director, and your family’s financial security. A clear succession plan helps you protect...
2 June 2025
What Makes A Signed Document Legally Binding?
When you run a business, you sign a lot of documents - proposals, quotes, supplier contracts, employment agreements, NDAs, leases and more. But does a signature automatically make a document legally binding...
25 February 2025
Responding To An Adverse Report From IP Australia
Receiving an “adverse report” on your trade mark application can feel disheartening, especially if you’ve already started building your brand around that name or logo. The good news? An adverse report isn’t...
25 February 2025
Setting Up A Pop Up Shop In Australia
Pop up shops are a smart way to test new products, reach different customers, and build your brand without the long-term commitment of a permanent lease. Whether you’re a growing ecommerce brand,...
24 February 2025
Does An Industry Code Of Practice Apply To Your Business?
If you’re running or launching a small business in Australia, you’re likely across the big-ticket items - ABN, website, insurance, maybe a lease. But there’s another layer many owners overlook: industry codes...
23 February 2025
Should I Give My Employees Paid Leave To Get A COVID-19 Vaccination?
If you’re an employer in Australia, you’ve probably already navigated changing health advice and workplace safety measures over the last few years. One practical question still pops up: should you offer paid...
22 February 2025
Reinstating An ABN: What You Need To Know
If your Australian Business Number (ABN) has been cancelled or flagged as inactive, you’re not alone. It happens more often than you might think - especially after a quiet period, a change...
17 February 2025
SCAM ALERT: ASIC and Business Name Renewals
If you’ve received an email or text saying your business name is about to expire and you must “renew now,” you’re not alone. Scammers are targeting Australian business owners with fake ASIC...
15 February 2025
How Does A Sole Director Resolution Work?
If you run a proprietary limited company in Australia and you’re the only director, you don’t need a boardroom full of people to make decisions. You can pass valid company decisions on...
12 February 2025
What Is A Directors’ Resolution?
If you’re running a company in Australia, a lot of important decisions are made by the board of directors. A directors’ resolution is how those decisions are formally approved. It might sound...
8 February 2025
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