Why should I appoint an Enduring Power of Attorney and Enduring Guardian? Along with making a Will, the appointment of an Enduring Power of Attorney and Enduring Guardian is a very important part of any Estate Plan. These appointments allow you to nominate a person, or persons, to make important decisions on your behalf in […]
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Capacity to make a Will
A Will is a very important step in any Estate Plan. One of the essential requirements for making a valid Will is that the testator (will-maker) must have the capacity to make a Will. This means that the testator must be capable of doing all of the following at the time that they give instructions […]
New Rail Safety Legislation
Transport Administration Amendment (Independent Transport Safety Regulator) Act 2017 No.4 The object of the bill is to abolish the Independent Transport Safety Regulator which was a NSW Statutory Corporation that provided specific functions and services under delegation from the Office of the National Rail Safety Regulator. The functions that the Independent Transport Safety Regulator currently […]
Recent Changes To NSW Liquor Laws
The NSW Government in the month of October has brought in a raft of liquor law reforms affecting licensees across NSW. SMALL BARS Some of the changes are a welcome benefit for small bars in the Sydney CBD and Kings Cross whereby drink restrictions post- midnight have been removed for venues with small bar licenses […]
Road Transport Act Changes
Effective from 28 October 2017, amendments to the Road Transport Act 2013 mean that people who are currently disqualified from driving may now have the opportunity to have those periods of disqualification removed. There are two criteria that an applicant must satisfy in order to apply: They must never have been convicted of any of a number […]
Willis & Bowring Supporting Families in our Community
On Wednesday 11th of October, Pam Wood and Laura Woodward attended the fundraising event, ‘A Night to Facilitate Change’ at Parliament House, Sydney, on behalf of Willis & Bowring. The night was hosted by Sutherland Shire Family Services (SSFS) to celebrate their 30th anniversary, and promote the ‘Pull Ya Head In’ Campaign, raising awareness about […]
Criminalising Revenge Porn in Domestic Violence and Family Law
Thanks to modern technology, the ease with which a person may record and share intimate images at the click of a button is a growing concern. On 23rd May 2017, State Parliament introduced the Crimes Amendment (Intimate Images) Bill 2017, detailing offences for the non-consensual recording and distribution of intimate images. The Bill was passed […]
CHILD SUPPORT – HOW DOES IT ALL WORK?
Separation within the family unit requires consideration of complex emotional, legal and financial issues concerning both parenting and property. While facing the emotional challenges concerning a relationship breakdown, parents make decisions in relation to the care of the children involved. In doing so, the law requires these decisions ensure the best interests of the children […]