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Bryant v Badenoch Integrated Logging Pty Ltd [2023] HCA 2

The case of Bryant v Badenoch Integrated Logging Pty Ltd [2023] HCA 2 (‘Bryant’) is an appeal from a decision of the Full Court of the Federal Court of Australia. The case concerned the operation of voidable transactions in insolvency.   Background Badenoch, a timber logistics business, entered into an agreement with Gunns, a timber […]

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Sending Notices Under Construction Contracts

Construction contracts in Australia typically require parties to give notice of certain events or circumstances in order to protect their legal rights and interests. These notices are often referred to as ‘claims’ or ‘notifications’ and can be critical in resolving disputes and avoiding legal proceedings.   Notices under construction contracts are typically issues for one

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Do You Want to Appeal Your ACNC Decision?

The Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission is a federal body which exists to regulate charities. Established by the Australian Charities and Not‑for‑profits Commission Act 2012 (‘the Act’), it manages the registration of new charities, and the compliance and annual reporting requirements required for not-for-profits. The ACNC has a number of powers in relation to the

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Self-Declared Not-for-Profit vs Charity

Under Australian law, not-for-profit organisations can take on various forms, including self-declared not-for-profits and registered charities. While both types of organizations operate with the aim of benefiting the community, there are significant differences between the two.   A self-declared not-for-profit is an organisation that states it operates for the benefit of the community without seeking

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Justice Legislation Amendment Bill 2023 – VCAT, federal jurisdiction, and more

What is the Justice Legislation Amendment Bill 2023?   The Justice Legislation Amendment Bill 2023 was introduced into the Victorian Parliament in August 2023, and has just recently passed both houses. The Bill was enacted with the purpose of effecting significant amendments across various facets of the Victorian legal system, and clarifying procedural and jurisdictional

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