Can Employers in Victoria Still Refuse Work From Home Requests? What Recent Cases Tell Us
As Victoria moves toward introducing a statutory right for employees to work from home up to two days a week, many employers are asking an important question: will we still have the ability to say [...]
Using Bankruptcy Proceedings as a Debt Enforcement Tool
In recent months, we have discussed statutory demands from the perspective of a defendant. This month’s article considers the issue of debt enforcement and collection from a different angle: what should creditors be aware of [...]
If Your Company Misses the Deadline to Set Aside a Statutory Demand — What Happens Next?
Last month, we discussed the ways in which a company can respond to a statutory demand. But what happens if the strict 21-day deadline to apply to set it aside is missed? If the deadline [...]
Victoria’s New Right to Work From Home: Key Obligations for Employers
The Victorian Government has confirmed it will legislate a statutory right for eligible employees to work from home, with major reforms taking effect from 1 September 2026. The government’s new laws will amend the Equal [...]
Director Penalty Notices: What Every Company Director Needs to Know
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has significantly increased its use of Director Penalty Notices (DPNs) as part of a broader effort to recover unpaid company tax debts. In the 2024-25 financial year alone, the ATO [...]
Lululemon’s $702,900 Spam Fine: A Compliance Warning for Australian Businesses
The Australian Communications and Media Authority’s (ACMA)’s recent $702,900 penalty against Lululemon Athletica Australia Pty Ltd (Lululemon) is a sharp reminder that “service emails” can easily become unlawful marketing communications if not handled carefully. Between [...]
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