The Proposed Right to Work From Home in Victoria
The Victorian Government has introduced the Equal Opportunity Amendment (Work from Home) Bill 2026, (“WFH Bill”), which aims to create a statutory right for eligible employees to work from home (WFH), into state Parliament. The [...]
Corporate Governance: A Lesson from ASIC v Bekier
The recent Federal Court decision in ASIC v Bekier (Liability Judgment) [2026] is a timely reminder of the high standards expected of company directors and officers. The case arose from governance failures at The Star [...]
EOFY Employment Law Update: Key Changes for Employers from 1 July 2026
A number of employment law and payroll changes will take effect from 1 July 2026. This article sets out the key changes employers should be aware of and prepare for. Minimum wage and award wage [...]
Sale Structure and Tax: Asset Sale vs Share Sale and Small Business CGT Concessions
During 2026, Rankin Business Lawyers is presenting a series of articles providing guidance on what to do when preparing a business for sale. This month we examine the structure of business sales – including the [...]
Garnishee Orders in Practice: Limitations and Strategic Considerations
Garnishee orders remain one of the most effective and immediate enforcement tools available to judgement creditors, as we discussed last month. By enabling funds owed to a debtor – whether held in a bank account [...]
Amendments to the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act (Vic) are Now in Force
The Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 2002 (Vic) (“the Act”) has been significantly amended and updated, with new rules taking effect from 15 April 2026. These new rules can affect all construction [...]
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