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Tax alert: Federal Budget 2026–27 — taxation measures

In our latest Tax alert, Tamara Cardan outlines the key taxation measures announced by Treasurer Jim Chalmers in the Federal Budget 2026-27.

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Specifically gifted assets — who ultimately bears the burden of the expenses?

To read our latest Wills, Trust & Estates alert, click here >> https://t.co/AawuktUsun

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Tax alert: Restructuring in uncertain times — genuine redundancy payments and ATO scrutiny

In our latest Tax news alert, Tamara Cardan outlines the ATO’s increasing scrutiny of genuine redundancy payments amid ongoing corporate restructures. Read >> https://t.co/HJtVMlbsOW

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Transport & Logistics alert: Fuel cost recovery ordered by Fair Work Commission

In our latest Transport & Logistics news alert, we outline the FWC’s emergency RTCCO made in response to the recent fuel price surge.

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Corporate & Commercial alert: Director penalty notices — key issues for directors

Tamara Cardan explains the ATO’s increased reliance on DPNs and how directors can become personally liable for unpaid PAYG, GST and superannuation obligations.

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Customs & Trade alert: Modern slavery risks in trade

Andrew Hudson examines the growing regulatory and trade implications of modern slavery risks in global supply chains, with a focus on recent Australian and international developments.

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In our latest Transport & Logistics news alert, we explore the legal and practical impacts of worker misclassification, recent enforcement activity, and what transport businesses should be doing now to manage costs and reduce regulatory exposure. Read >> https://t.co/IaxTvmZgdP

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In our latest Transport & Logistics alert, we examine how unclear or competing standard terms can trigger a costly ‘battle of the forms’, especially when parties exchange quotes and purchase orders that each assert their own terms apply.

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Australia and the European Union sign off on a free trade agreement

Read our lastest Customs & Trade alert, which examines the recent A-EU FTA announcement and outlines the key outcomes and benefits as highlighted by DFAT and various media sources.

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In our latest Wills, Trusts & Estates news alert, Rachael Grabovic explains how tailored trust structures are emerging as a powerful tool for long‑term protection, flexibility, and intergenerational planning. Click here to read more >> https://t.co/FlLpjmy6om

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In our latest Custom & Trade news alert, we examine the rising landside port charges in Australia, industry concerns about transparency and productivity, and the growing push for potential regulatory reform of the container supply chain. Click here >> https://t.co/DmvoUI6RMw

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Our latest Transport & Logistics news alert examines the OAASC’s initial recommendations to strengthen modern slavery laws and their potential implications for the supply chain.

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In our latest Custom & Trade news alert, we highlight some of the preliminary issues arising from the SCOTUS decision and recommend Australian exporters seek expert advice on what steps can be taken to recover the IEEPA tariffs.

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In our latest Privacy & Data Protection news alert, we outline what should be included in privacy policies, as well as list the types of businesses that will be targeted in the OAIC's privacy policy review.

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In our latest Workplace Relations news alert, we explore two recent FWC decisions regarding flexible working requests, specifically in relation to return-to-office mandates.

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In our latest Planning & Environment case note, we examine Kingston CC v Minister for Planning (Red Dot) [2025] VCAT 1117 and the Tribunal's decision.

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In our latest Custom & Trade news alert, we provide an update on Investigation 691 by the Anti-Dumping Commission on aluminium windows and doors imported from China.

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In our latest Wills, Trusts & Estates news alert, we explain the use of restrictive practices in aged care and highlight the importance of nominating a restrictive practices substitute decision-maker.

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In our latest Custom & Trade news alert, Andrew Hudson explains the new quota limits on imported beef into China and the impact on Australian beef exports and free trade agreements with the European Union.

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On 4 December 2025, the High Court unanimously granted the application made by Uber for special leave to appeal against the decision in Chief Commissioner of State Revenue v Uber Australia Pty Ltd [2025] NSWCA 172.

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