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Are Your Holidays On Hold? Were You Refused A Refund?
Travel restrictions have resulted in many Australians having to put their holidays on hold. What if you have already paid for your tickets and have only been issued with a "credit" instead of a refund? You are entitled to have your monies refunded in full. The...
Speeding Offences Increase By 26%
Despite a 30% reduction in traffic on Queensland roads, there has been a 26% increase in speeding offences. There have also been reports of extremely high speeds in the past month with 1 driver caught doing 115km/h in a 60km/h zone in Deception Bay. Road Policing...
Residential Tenancies Practice Guide Released
A new Residential Tenancies Practice Guide has been released. This guide outlines everything a landlord and tenant needs to know if they have been impacted by COVID-19. This includes: Tenants who are suffering or have suffered excessive hardship because of COVID-19...
Making A Will During The COVID-19 Pandemic
The impacts of COVID-19 have already been felt by many of our clients and several of them have asked us how to update or make new wills, without having to meet a solicitor face-to-face. If you are concerned that your existing estate planning arrangements are no longer...
Crime Rampage Across Queensland
A report has identified youth offenders responsible for a crime rampage across Queensland in 2018/19. 48% of people charged with robbery were youth offenders. More than 50% of people charged with burglary were youth offenders. 44% of people charged with arson were...
Queensland COVID-19 Restrictions Lifted
With COVID-19 restrictions now eased in Queensland, what exactly are you able to do from this Saturday? Police will be checking. What Are You Allowed To Do Go for a drive Enjoy a ride on your motorbike, jet ski or boat Have a picnic Visit national parks (only some...
Anzac Day 2020
2020 is the first time since 1919 ANZAC Day services have been cancelled. PAY YOUR RESPECTS AT HOME WITH A DAWN DRIVEWAY SERVICE. The national campaign is called “Light up the Dawn”. Get involved and be at the end of your driveway tomorrow morning STARTING AT 5.30AM....
Social Distancing Restrictions Could Be Lifted Within Weeks
Great news for Queenslanders! Social distancing restrictions may be lifted within a matter of weeks. The first places likely to have restrictions lifted include community sports, small social gatherings and retail shopping. The key to having restrictions lifted...
The New Rental Laws: The Fine Details
Following on from our post yesterday, new rental laws were passed on Wednesday evening in Parliament. The new laws include a range of protection measures for tenants, including a ban on evictions if tenants are unable to pay their rent due to being impacted by...