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Fines for breaching fishing quotas will catch offending anglers - hook, line and sinker
March 5, 2021
Harsher penalties for breaching fishing quotas will have anglers thinking twice about breaking the rules.  Seafood sustainability is a hot topic and after years of lobbying from both the recreational and commercial fishing sectors, fines for rogue South Australian anglers are set to increase in March 2021. The announcement by the state government follows a […]
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With the popularity of granny flats on the rise, older parents need to protect their interests
February 12, 2021
Housing affordability for younger adults and rising aged care costs for the elderly are major financial dilemmas facing Australian families today. Increasingly, families are thinking outside the square to meet their needs and goals and a granny flat interest is a potential solution. A granny flat interest provides social, wellbeing and financial benefits by allowing […]
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In troubled times existing commercial leasing arrangements may be in need of scrutiny
January 29, 2021
Coronavirus related economic impacts continue to affect commercial leasing, but there are options available to both tenants and landlords. Commercial and retail tenants and landlords have been greatly affected by ongoing trading restrictions and forced closures due to the pandemic. This prompted state and territory governments to introduce temporary emergency response legislation. The legislation restricts […]
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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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