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Contrary to what many may think, Disney is not always the happiest place on Earth. That fact was highlighted again this week, when reports surfaced that a petition accusing the famous film studio of “colonialism and robbery” had circulated and attracted more than 42,000 signatures. The allegation surrounds the use of the phrase “hakuna matata” […]

This article originally appeared in QHA Review magazine, December 2018 edition Christmas trees, candy canes and carols – it’s that time of year again! The holiday period is a great trading period for our venues, and where better to host a Christmas party or to catch up with friends than at some of the great

I doubt that many of us would have envisaged the advances in technology which we have seen over the last 30 years. In 1988, phones were not smart (they were still fixed to landlines), personal computers were in their infancy and relied on dots for graphics, and alternative media meant it was necessary to get

The Fair Work Amendment (Family and Domestic Violence Leave) Act 2018 (Cth) takes effect today after it received Royal Assent by the Governor-General on 11 December 2018. The new legislation includes the right to take up to five days’ unpaid family and domestic violence leave in the National Employment Standards (NES) – the minimum employment

This article originally appeared in Queensland Bowler magazine, December 2018 edition It is not uncommon for clubs or their staff to be approached by Office of Liquor and Gaming Regulation (OLGR) inspectors asking for a statement or interview to assess compliance with liquor and gaming legislation. In these circumstances, it is important to know your

On 30 November 2018, the long-awaited new prescribed disclosure forms for Queensland retirement villages – and the new Regulation which supports them – were released by the Department of Housing and Public Works (Department). The new forms, Regulation and associated legislative amendments will commence operation on1 February 2019. The new forms released are: Form 2

In a recent joint media release, the Australian Government has announced a new initiative that will see the South Australian Government partnering with business incubators to attract foreign entrepreneurs to Australia. As part of the Supporting Innovation in South Australia (SISA) initiative, anyone who has an innovative, entrepreneurial idea or concept will be encouraged to

We were recently asked about the pitfalls for small businesses helping their associates fund their operations and we identified the issue of when to register an interest in personal property as the number one pitfall for small-scale enterprises. The Personal Property Securities Act 2009 (Cth) (PPSA) is complex as it governs a diverse range of

This article originally appeared in QHA Review magazine, November 2018 edition As we enter the Christmas period, now is a good time for a quick reminder on the restrictions under the Liquor Act 1992 (Qld) (the Act) in relation to promotions and advertising of events at your premises. Requirements under the Act Targeted at minimising irresponsible

Christie’s and Sotheby’s auction houses are accustomed to selling expensive and unique artwork. In October, Sotheby’s sold a work by renowned street artist Banksy entitled Girl with Balloon for $US1.4 million ($A1.97 million), which the artist then proceeded to partially shred by remote device. The purchaser still proceeded with the sale and it is anticipated