The NSW Supreme Court's decision in Gainer Associates has crucial implications for self-managed superannuation funds. The case examined Gainer’s attempts to amend its governing rules, specifically addressing the distribution of death benefits and the remuneration of trustees. This case highlights the court’s emphasis on compliance with the Superannuation Industry (Supervision) Act 1993 and the importance of transparency with regulatory bodies. The Gainer case serves as a vital reminder for SMSF trustees to prioritise due diligence, transparency, and adherence to compliance standards. https://bit.ly/44dKuYX
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Harwood Andrews - Connecting you to a better future. We are a law firm with offices in both Geelong and Melbourne and believe that making the right connections – with each other, our clients and the broader community - will create a future in which individuals, business and government thrive when connected with our judgement and expertise. Our talented staff are deeply ingrained in, and invigorated by, our clients and our broader community reaching their greatest potential. Our expertise lies in providing strategic, compelling, and comprehensive solutions by connecting our people, our relationships and our technology to transform a situation. It is a privilege to work alongside our clients, all of whom shape the industry they operate in or create a better future for their families and businesses. We’ve celebrated through the good times, and united during the tougher times. It’s this confidence in our partnership with our clients that drives us to excellence. We uphold a socially responsible attitude and provide generously to the betterment and advancement of our community. It’s this diversity of clients, sectors and community engagement that make our people better people. We’re curious, we’re tenacious and we’re driven. And above all, we’re committed to finding an avenue that makes businesses and lives thrive.
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Had a great time presenting on Family, Finances & Final Wishes - Navigating the Intersection between Family Law and Estates with Ivy O'Dwyer and Bridgette Kelly yesterday. A big turn out too! For anyone who couldn’t make the live session, the recording can be accessed here: https://lnkd.in/gPnTzsSh Feel free to reach out if you, or anyone you know needs some guidance around any of the issues discussed.
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From costs and productivity to innovation, housing supply faces many challenges. At the National Housing Solutions Summit, an expert panel explored opportunities and challenges in prefabrication and standardised designs for housing construction. https://lnkd.in/ghhJ5kbv Stuart Penklis Sarah Kay Mathew Aitchison Danielle Wood #propertyaustralia #auspol #housing #HousingAffordability #PropertySector #HousingPolicy #HousingSupply #propertycouncilaus #construction #prefabhousing
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Briget O'Callaghan, Harwood Andrews Principal Lawyer moderating 'A more productive nation' at the Property Council of Australia National Housing Solutions Summit today. Such important conversations today around the housing crisis.
The inaugural National Housing Solutions Summit has kicked off, as we've brought together well-known figureheads across the property industry and government for a solutions-focused program to tackle the housing crisis These first few sessions delved into issues that have molded the housing sector. ➡️ A More Productive nation - Danielle Wood’s keynote highlighted how labour scarcity and market capacity are driving construction costs. Joined by Mathew Aitchison, Stuart Penklis and Sarah Kay, they discussed innovative solutions like AI and modern methods to boost productivity and project viability, moderated by Briget O'Callaghan. ➡️ Demographic Changes Shaping Australian Housing - Adelaide Timbrell shared insights on demographic data shaping the future of cities, communities and homes. An expert panel, including Emma Woodhouse, Emily Wood and Cherie McMahon, moderated by Mark Dawson. discussed how changing consumer preferences are influencing housing design and delivery. ➡️ Capital Trends and Investment - Andrew Purdon set the scene on Australia's position in the competitive global environment for capital and institutional investors, before being joined by Adam Crowe and Tom Billings to explore the key factors driving both local and global institutional investment in housing, moderated by Torie Brown. Thank you to our session sponsors: Investa, Peddle Thorp Architects and Urbis. #HousingSolutions #FutureOfHousing #HousingIndustry
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In our seventh instalment of our HA Housing Insights series, Briget O'Callaghan and Evelyn Zeglinas spoke to Brad Hosking, CEO of National Affordable Housing about how community housing providers can deliver innovative housing solutions. https://bit.ly/4ldaqdl
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Effective 1 January 2025, the Short Stay Levy Act 2024 (Vic) introduced a 7.5% levy on short-term accommodation bookings. This levy has widely become known as the “Airbnb tax” and is aimed at addressing the state’s housing shortage by encouraging property owners of current short-stay rentals to transition their properties into long-term leasing options, thereby increasing the availability of permanent housing. https://bit.ly/42bKHJE
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In the sixth instalment of our HA Housing Insights series, Briget O'Callaghan and Evelyn Zeglinas from our Social and Affordable Housing Team hear from Tim Copley, Development Manager at McNab, one of the largest construction companies in Queensland about how McNab have overcome barriers to construction and go from strength to strength whilst building over 1000 social and affordable housing apartments. https://bit.ly/3DVDsgO
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The recent changes to the Family Law Act 1975, which largely come into effect in June 2025 will address how family violence is now considered in family law property settlement matters. These amendments reflect the increasing prevalence of allegations of family violence in our society and within the family law jurisdiction specifically and the serious financial and emotional consequences that can result for victim-survivors. Read More: https://bit.ly/4259jDI
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This article is a first in a series where we unpack the recent NSW Supreme Court decision in Gainer Associates Pty Limited [2024] NSWSC 1138. It sheds light on critical issues surrounding self-managed superannuation funds. This case intricately examines issues of trustee responsibilities, compliance with the Superannuation Industry (Supervision) Act 1993, and the necessary judicial oversight in potentially contentious situations. Part 1: Understanding the Gainer Associates Decision: A Critical Examination of SMSF Governance - https://bit.ly/4hH6n65
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A round of applause to Aaron Shrimpton, Senior Associate who has been recognised as a Planning & Environment Law Rising Star – Victoria, 2025. The 2025 listing of Victorian Planning & Environment Law Rising Stars details individuals practising in planning and environment matters in the Victorian legal market who have been identified as future leading lawyers within the area. Fantastic achievement Aaron. https://bit.ly/3QNJ8fS