Newsletter - January 2012

Tuesday, February 07, 2012

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New changes to the Asbestos Management Code

Tuesday, February 07, 2012

On the 1st January 2012 new changes to the Asbestos Management Code came into effect and will apply throughout Australia.   Read More >

Are you ready for PPSA?

Thursday, January 12, 2012

The government has introduced new legislation called the Personal Property Securities Act (“PPSA”) which is likely to come into effect on 30 January 2012.  It will dramatically alter the way we deal with personal property and the way in which security over personal property can be protected.  Read More >

Tree Disputes and New Disclosure Obligations

Thursday, November 03, 2011

The Neighbourhood Disputes Resolution Act 2011 commenced on 1 November 2011 replacing the Dividing Fences Act 1953.

Under the new legislation sellers of both residential and commercial property will need to give copies of any existing Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal (QCAT) Applications or Orders concerning trees to prospective buyers prior to the buyer entering into the contract.

What are the implications to you:  Read More >

Movember is here! Raising Awareness for Men’s Health

Wednesday, November 02, 2011

It's Movember and time to focus on men's health. To show our commitment, we are donating our faces to the cause by growing a moustache for the entire month of November, and need your support. Our Mo's will spark conversations, and no doubt generate some laughs; all in the name of raising vital awareness and funds for prostate cancer and male depression.  Read More >

Pool Registration Update

Tuesday, November 01, 2011

All residential pools need to be registered with the Pool Safety Council under the new pool safety legislation.  Read More >