The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) has updated its guidance regarding directing employees to get the COVID-19 vaccination. Generally, employers can only require an employee to be vaccinated if:  there is a specific law requiring them to be vaccinated (for example a public health order); or the requirement is permitted by an enterprise agreement or employment contract;...Read More

From the 1 August 2020 to 31 July 2021 there was an increase to the stamp duty threshold for the purchase of new homes and vacant land for first home buyers.  From 1 August 2021, the thresholds will now be: New homes  For new homes valued less than $650,000, no transfer duty is payable. For...Read More