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Graffiti vandals face significant penalties in a bid to discourage property damage
January 15, 2021
Graffiti is the act of defacing private or public property, including buildings, fences, pathways, public transport and other infrastructure, without the owner’s or state or local government authority’s permission. Graffiti includes writing, drawing, marking or tagging, scratching or etching and even includes putting up posters without consent. Graffiti is against the law and penalties are […]
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Making a provision in your Will to protect a vulnerable member of your family requires special consideration
December 17, 2020
Making provision in your Will for a person who is unable to adequately or responsibly manage their financial affairs requires special consideration. Vulnerable beneficiaries may include those whom: Have a severe disability; Suffer from a mental incapacity; Have an addiction; Are bankrupt (or are at risk of becoming bankrupt); Are too young (or too old) […]
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When it comes to resolving neighbour disputes over trees, it helps to know your rights and responsibilities
December 10, 2020
Trees are a common cause of disagreements between neighbours. Disputes can arise over tree size, overhanging or fallen branches, shade, invasive root systems and the potential for a tree to cause injury or damage. The rights and responsibilities of tree owners and affected neighbours are covered by the common law of nuisance. To establish that […]
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Adelaide residents and businesses negotiate over final stages of North-South Corridor project
November 12, 2020
The State and Federal Governments have jointly announced the long-awaited decision on the preferred option for the final 10.5km River Torrens to Darlington section of the North-South Corridor upgrade. The decision has been contingent on a comprehensive analysis of the traffic, ground conditions, local environment, heritage assets and community and stakeholder feedback. Whilst the North-South […]
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If you can no longer afford to feed and medicate your pet, you are at risk of committing an animal cruelty offence.
November 2, 2020
If statistics are anything to go by South Australians are animal lovers. A survey conducted by Animal Medicines Australia revealed 68 per cent of SA households own a pet. Pet ownership is a privilege which comes with clear responsibilities and obligations. So, when animal abuse is reported in the media, understandably the public are horrified. […]
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In addition to having a Will, residual superannuation needs to be dealt with before you die
October 19, 2020
Having a valid Will in place ensures that in the event of your death your assets and interests go to the right person(s). Your superannuation however, does not automatically form part of your estate assets and therefore is not subject to the terms of your Will. Superannuation law and self-managed super fund (SMSF) governing rules […]
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