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  • New Rail Safety Legislation


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    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… Read More

  • Recent Changes To NSW Liquor Laws


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    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… Read More

  • Road Transport Act Changes


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    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… Read More

  • 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… Read More

  • Criminalising Revenge Porn in Domestic Violence and Family Law


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    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… Read More

  • CHILD SUPPORT – HOW DOES IT ALL WORK?


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    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… Read More

  • LAND TAX CRACKDOWN – HOW THIS MAY AFFECT YOU


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    Over the last couple of years, the Office of State Revenue (OSR) has implemented a state-wide review of land tax payable by individuals and organisations, seeking records held by the residential tenancies board, land titles office and state revenue office, as part of its data matching program. Information has also been requested from the land… Read More

  • Free Seniors Seminar 27th September 2016


    When it comes to making decisions about aged care our experience is that most families leave the conversation until it is too late.   We meet many sons, daughters and other relatives who are faced with having to find an immediate Aged Care placement for their parent(s) at a time of high emotion and stress.  We… Read More

  • Bullies Beware – You can no longer hide behind social media


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    Those using Facebook and Tinder, among many other social networking forums, are significantly exposed to the risk of mentally damaging harassment. In an age where privacy appears to be a forgotten concept, modern youth choose to share their day-to-day activities with an online audience. These posts are subject to the scrutiny of others, even if… Read More

  • Wills & Estate Seminar 18 May 2016


    Strive Wealth Solutions in collaboration with Willis & Bowring Solicitors are pleased to present a two-part seminar on Wills & Estate Planning.   Read More