Police protection directions

Police Protection Directions (PPDs)

Queensland Police can now issue Police Protection Directions (PPDs) in domestic and family violence situations. If you have been served with a PPD or are concerned one may be issued, it is important to understand what it means, what it can require, and what options you have.  At Cornerstone Law Offices, we understand …

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Seller Disclosure QLD 2025 – What Property Sellers Must Know

From 1 August 2025, selling residential property in Queensland will require a Seller Disclosure. The Queensland Government has introduced a standardised seller disclosure regime under the Property Law Act 2023, replacing the patchwork of previous disclosure rules. If you’re planning to sell, understanding the Seller Disclosure Queensland rules is essential …

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Selling Property in Australia? Don't Forget Your ATO Clearance Certificate!

Selling Property in Australia? Don’t Forget Your ATO Clearance Certificate!

If you’re an Australian resident selling your property, there’s one crucial document you must obtain to avoid unexpected financial setbacks—an ATO Clearance Certificate. Without this certificate, the buyer must withhold 15% of the sale price and send it to the Australian Taxation Office (ATO). Here’s everything you need to know …

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Rental law changes

Queensland Rental Law Changes

Queensland Rental Law Changes: What You Need to Know The Queensland Government has introduced significant changes to the rental laws, aiming to improve the renting experience for both renters and property owners. Here are three key changes you need to know: These changes aim to create a fairer and more …

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Family Law Changes 2024

Changes to the Family Law Act are coming!

Changes to the Family Law Act are coming! From 6 May 2024 there are significant changes to laws relating to children of separated parents. This will not only impact cases yet to be filed in court, but also cases that are currently in court. The only exception is that if …

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Mentors

A tribute to my mentors, my ‘Rocks’

Hope your 2024 has started with a bang and is progressing well. Can you believe that Easter is around the corner?! 😊 Grief is definitely a thing and a process ☹. People said “Prav, be kind to yourself”. I did not know what that meant, until tears started to roll down …

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police man giving woman an alocohol test

Drink Driving – Know Your Limits

What are the limits? It is an offence in Queensland to drive a motor vehicle whilst being in excess of the legal Blood Alcohol Limit. Police have the right to do a random breath test (RBT) to check to see if you are driving under the limit. If you are …

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