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Relaxing of COVID-19 Restrictions (Qld)
On 29 January 2020 the Health Minister declared a public health emergency in respect of the whole of the state of Queensland. Queensland passed a number of public health directions that imposed strict restrictions on the freedoms of individuals, including limiting the size of public gatherings and the reasons people could go out in public. Starting…
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Stay at Home – What Does it Really Mean? (Vic)
During the COVID-19 pandemic, both the Federal and the Victorian governments have been implementing ever-changing rules. On 2 April 2020 the Stay at Home directives came into force. They were in force until the 11th May 2020. Please note the restrictions outlined below are no longer in force. What is an ‘ordinary residence’? There are currently…
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Strip Searches of Minors (NSW)
Concerns are being raised about the legality and appropriateness of strip searches carried out on minors by New South Wales police. The issue has come to light after Redfern Legal Centre obtained data on strip searches conducted in the last three years, revealing that there were 122 strip searches of underage girls, including two 12-year-olds…
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Officials Perverting the Course of Justice (NSW)
While police and judicial officers are responsible for prosecuting and sentencing individuals for criminal offences, sometimes people in positions of authority are themselves charged with perverting the course of justice. This commonly arises in circumstances that amount to an abuse of power. A recent case from the NSW Court of Criminal Appeal dealt with a…
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Rape and the Defence of Honest Mistake (Qld)
The operation of Queensland laws around sexual assaults has come under scrutiny in recent months, with calls emerging for the state to be brought into line with other Australian jurisdictions by abolishing the defence of honest mistake. Queensland lawyer and author and Bri Lee, whose memoir Eggshell Skull documents her experience of sexual assault as…
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Enquiry Into Wage Theft Underway (Qld)
A Queensland parliamentary inquiry is investigating the problem of wage theft in Queensland. The committee will be looking at the incidence of wage theft in the state, its impact on workers, families, businesses, the community and the economy. It will consider why wage theft is occurring, which industries or occupations it is most prevalent in…
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Gun Laws in Western Australia
Following the deaths of seven in a mass shooting near Margaret River last week, criticisms have emerged of Australian gun laws. Whilst Australia has historically had a reputation as a leader in effective gun control, this tragedy has raised questions as to whether we are doing enough to ensure the safe use of firearms. What…
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Venture Capital: Is it The Way To Go?
Australia’s start-up scene is one of the most promising and rapidly progressing in the world. With the thirteenth largest economy and the ninth highest income per capita, Australia is fast beginning to project a Silicon Valley-esque sense of opportunity for start-ups. Venture capital is one way for aspiring founders to get their companies up and…
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New Rules for Drivers Overtaking Cyclists in WA
New minimum passing rules for drivers overtaking cyclists in Western Australia are to be introduced as a partial modification of the state’s Road Traffic Code. The new regulations are due to take effect in Western Australia as part of the state’s traffic law from the 30th of November 2017. New minimum passing rules in WA: what do the…
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New George Street Office Gives Go To Court Clients More
National law firm Go To Court Lawyers is pleased to announce the opening of a new Brisbane CBD office on George Street. Located at 452 – 456 George Street, Brisbane, this office is situated directly across from the Queen Elizabeth II Courts of Law and the Roma Street Transit Centre. “The new George Street office…
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Cannabis Legalised in Queensland for Medicinal Purposes
The Queensland Parliament has passed the Public Health (Medicinal Cannabis) Bill 2016. What this means is that from March 2017, the proposed laws will allow certain medical professionals to prescribe medicinal cannabis. The Bill was passed unanimously and aims to regulate cannabis for medicinal use through prescription. Cannabis products under the Bill include the following:…
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Thank You Tricia Habjan and Simi Ahuja for Your Dedication
17 October 2016 marks National Manager – Admin and Accounts, Tricia Habjan’s fifth year at Go To Court Lawyers and on 14 October 2016 Simi Ahuja celebrated two years at the firm. These two team members are part of Go To Court’s inspirational family of dedicated and hardworking individuals. Tricia Habjan started with Go To…
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Trust Law in Australia
A trust can be difficult to define. Especially when discussing the legal concepts of trusts. Put simply, a trust describes the relationship which arises when a person holds property or rights on behalf and for the benefit of another. Those who hold the legal title to the property or rights under the trust are called…
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Go To Court Blacktown office celebrates grand opening
Today Go To Court Lawyers celebrated the opening of its newest office in Blacktown. The opening of the Blacktown office is yet another step closer for Go To Court in ensuring all Australians have access to strong representation and expert advice. Earlier this year, Go To Court celebrated the grand opening of the Pitt Street…
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Uber: Ridesharing Gets the Green Light in New South Wales
Written by Jack Leitner Following the news that Queensland will be making ride-booking services legal from 5 September, Victorian Public Transport Minister Jacinta Allan announced that similar reforms in Victoria will be forthcoming. ‘These reforms will be comprehensive and they will give people more choice,’ Ms Allan said. Previously, Queensland, New South Wales (NSW) and…
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Uber legal in Queensland from 5 September 2016
After releasing its long-awaited review into the personalised transport industry, the Queensland government will make ride-booking (also referred to as ride-sharing) services legal throughout Queensland from 5 September 2016. These changes will impact ride-sharing drivers (using a ride-booking service such as Uber), taxi and limousine services. This decision comes mere months after the government introduced…
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