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Dec 06
Superannuation and the “baby boomers” – the effect of the proposed changes on contributions
James Shattock, Lawyer
“Most of us now have a basic understanding of the proposed changes to superannuation stemming from the Budget announcement in May this year. Those that are soon to retire need to properly understand the effect of these changes, particularly in relation to making superannuation contributions.”
This article was first published on page 701 of Keeping good companies, the journal of Chartered Secretaries Australia, December 2006.
Oct/Nov 06
Building surveyors
Andrew Whitelaw, Partner
“The recent decision of Moorabool Shire Council & Anor v Taitapanui & Ors in the Victorian Supreme Court has thrown a spotlight onto building surveyors and their obligations and duties under the Building Act 1993.”
This article was first published on page 55 of Victorian Master Builders Journal, October/November 2006.
Aug 06
Tree wise owners
Tim Kelly, Partner
“A park with trees is the dream of every business owner and park visitor. But there are added responsibilities with a treed park. Land owners and park operators should consider the following liability, maintenance and responsibility issues.”
This article was first published on page 4 of VicParks News, Volume 14, Issue 05/06.
15 Jul 06
Landlords’ disclosure obligations clarified
Grant Levy, Partner
“Grant Levy provides an update on an important decision that affects the rights and responsibilities of landlords.”
This article was first published in the July 2006 edition of Property Victoria, which is published monthly by the Property Council of Australia (Victoria Division).
12 Jul 06
Better to be safe than sorry
Andrew Whitelaw, Partner
“When it comes to renovating their castles, homeowners should cover all bases, especially the legal ones. Caroline Gonzalez reports.
“When imagining a home renovation, write down every single detail of how you expect the finished product to look, from the location of doorknobs to the number of coats of paint on the walls.”
This article was first published in the Domain section of The Age on 12 July 2006.
23 Jun 06
Victorian Budget includes more changes to land tax
David Krolikowski, Senior Associate
“The 2006/7 Victorian State Budget includes further changes to land tax in the form of reduced rates and scales, the abolition of indexation factors and the ability for taxpayers to appeal against their valuation upon receipt of their Land Tax Assessment. This is welcome relief.”
This article was first published in Property Review Weekly on Friday, 23 June 2006.
Mar 06
Mythbusting Division 7A
Arthur Athanasiou, Partner and Accredited Tax Law Specialist
“Division 7A still causes accountancy practitioners major headaches because of the way their financial statements are prepared. Dealing with the ATO could be easier if transactions are properly accounted for.”
This article was first published on page 421 of The Taxation Institute’s journal, Taxation in Australia, Issue 40, No 8, March 2006.
