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Australia’s Great Wealth Transfer: Why Estate Planning Has Never Been More Critical
Nathan Scott Director Commercial and Succession Planning Over the next decade, Australia will witness the largest intergenerational wealth transfer in its history. Estimates suggest more than $3.5 trillion will pass from generation to generation and this shift is already underway. But with great wealth comes great risk and many Australians are unprepared and do not have a ...
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Mallee MRI Appeal target reached!
Congratulations to the Mallee MRI Appeal for reaching their overall target of $2.6 million for a new MRI machine at Swan Hill District Health Hospital. The community has rallied together through fundraising initiatives from businesses, organisations and personal donations to reach their target. We are proud to have played a part in contributing to this ...
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Structuring your farming business for success
Nathan Scott Director Commercial and Succession Planning Over the years, we’ve seen many farming families operating in business structures that no longer serve their needs. Every farming business is unique and there is no one-size-fits-all solution, the right structure for your operation won’t necessarily be the same as your neighbour. Whether you’re planning to grow the business, ...
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Protecting Your Property Transaction in a Digital World
SARAH HAWLEY – SOLICITOR Property and Development As the digital landscape continues to evolve rapidly, so too do the methods used by cybercriminals. In recent years, property transactions have become an increasing target for cyber fraud—particularly during the transfer of funds. That’s why now, more than ever, safeguarding your sensitive information throughout the conveyancing process ...
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AI Generated Wills – would you entrust your legacy to an algorithm?
SHAY COLLINS – ASSOCIATE Succession Planning,Wills and Estates In true lawyer fashion, I’ll start with a disclaimer: I’m NOT anti-AI. I’m the first to admit it has its place—I use it for many things from getting a quick dinner recipe based on the minimal ingredients in my fridge, to creating home workouts based on the ...
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Above or below? Could Transmission Lines go underground instead?
An article originally published by ABC News questions the need for the southern half of VNI West to go ahead above ground as currently proposed. In short:A company is proposing to build a 250-kilometre underground transmission line in Victoria.Syncline Energy says if the project were to go ahead, it would delay the need to build ...
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Marriage, separation and divorce: how they impact your will
Life events such as marriage, separation, and divorce can profoundly impact your Will. Understanding these effects is crucial to ensure your wishes are honoured. Marriage: In Victoria, marriage automatically revokes an existing Will unless it expressly states it was made in contemplation of that marriage. If someone marries without creating a new Will or including ...
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Transmission Company Victoria Granted Electricity Transmission Licence: Land Access and Compulsory Acquisition Powers Explained
On 13 February 2025, the Essential Services Commission (ESC) granted Transmission Company Victoria Pty Ltd (TCV) an electricity transmission licence. This significant decision grants TCV statutory powers under both the Electricity Industry Act 2000 and the Land Acquisition and Compensation Act 1986. Below we outline the land access rights and compulsory acquisition powers that accompany ...
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Employee Entitlements on a Transfer of Business
When a business is sold, one of the first issues that must be resolved is what will be the treatment of the employees as part of the transaction and how will their accrued entitlements be dealt with. If an employee continues or resumes activities with the buyer, upon the sale of the business, within ...
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New Building and Plumbing Commission Sets Higher Standards for Quality and Consumer Protection in Victoria.
This article was written by Charlie Wardrop as part of his internship with us here at Beck Legal. Charlie is currently studying Law and International Studies at Deakin University Geelong. As part of a recent set of housing policy announcements, the Allan Labor government has overhauled the Victorian Building Authority with a new industry regulator. ...
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