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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
What Is A Shadow Director?
If you’re running a company in Australia, you’ve probably heard about directors’ duties and board governance. But what about people who influence the board without formally being appointed? That’s where “shadow directors”...
3 February 2025
Set Up A Foreign Business In Australia: A Practical Legal Guide
Australia offers a stable economy, a skilled workforce and proximity to growing Asia-Pacific markets - which is why many overseas founders and companies look to expand here. But setting up a foreign...
2 February 2025
What Is A Brick And Mortar Store?
Thinking about opening a physical shop? A brick and mortar store can be a powerful way to connect with customers, showcase your products in real life, and build a local brand presence....
1 February 2025
B Corps In Australia: What Are They And How Do They Work?
More Australian businesses are choosing to balance profit with purpose - and B Corp certification is one of the most visible ways to do it. If you’re wondering what becoming a B...
28 January 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 signing off on small deals. But when does that commitment legally “bind” the company...
26 January 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 technical, but the concept is simple: a fiduciary duty is a special obligation to...
26 January 2025
Amending Your Constitution Under The Corporations Act
Your company’s constitution sets the ground rules for how your business is governed - everything from appointing directors to issuing shares and holding meetings. As your business grows, those rules may need...
25 January 2025
What Is A Framework Agreement?
If your business buys or sells goods or services on a recurring basis, there’s a good chance you’ve heard the term “framework agreement”. In Australia, these agreements are common in government procurement,...
24 January 2025
Who Can Be A Shareholder?
Thinking about who can own shares in your company - or how to add a new owner - is a big part of structuring and growing a business in Australia. The good...
22 January 2025
What Is Specific Performance Of A Contract?
When a deal goes off-track, your first thought might be to claim money for your losses. But sometimes, cash isn’t enough - you actually need the other side to do what they...
20 January 2025
How Can A Forward Contract Protect My Business?
Running a business in Australia means dealing with uncertainty - from exchange rates and commodity costs to future demand and supplier capacity. If a sudden price spike or currency swing can throw...
15 January 2025
What Are International Shipping Terms And Conditions?
Selling to customers overseas can be a huge growth opportunity for Australian businesses. But once your products leave the country, the risks and responsibilities multiply - and so do customer expectations. Clear,...
14 January 2025
Setting Up A Canadian Company In Australia: The Practical Legal Guide
Expanding from Canada to Australia can open a new growth market, diversify revenue and put your brand in front of 26+ million customers. But to do it confidently, you’ll want a clear...
11 January 2025
Doing Business In Australia From New Zealand: A Practical Legal Guide
Thinking about expanding your New Zealand business across the Tasman? Australia offers a larger customer base, proximity, and many cultural similarities - which makes it a natural next step for Kiwi founders....
10 January 2025
Owner Driver Contracts: What Are The New Laws?
If you run a transport business or deliver goods as an owner driver, you’ve probably heard that the legal landscape is changing in Australia. Recent industrial relations reforms mean new minimum standards...
10 January 2025
Contract Expiring Soon? Here Are Your Options
If a contract is approaching its end date, it’s smart to plan your next move before time runs out. Whether it’s a supplier agreement, SaaS subscription, services contract or a commercial lease,...
8 January 2025
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