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12 Jun 2026
Capital Gains Tax Reform 2027: Abolition of the 50% Discount and Introduction of CPI Indexation
Proposed CGT reforms from 1 July 2027 will replace the 50% discount with inflation-adjusted rules, affecting investors with shares, funds, and property assets.
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5 Jun 2026
Negative Gearing Reform 2027: Restrictions on Established Residential Property Investments
From 2027, new restrictions on negative gearing may impact residential property investors, while existing holdings and new builds receive transitional treatment.
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29 May 2026
Discretionary Trust Tax Reforms: Preparing for the 2028 Changes
New trust tax rules from 2028 will impose a 30% minimum tax on discretionary trusts, with exemptions for certain entities and a limited restructuring opportunity.
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Deals
18 Jul 2025
Case | Rapid Response to Sudden Risk: Successfully Secured a “Prevention + Enforcement” Injunction
Since 2014, the client has operated a Malatang restaurant chain in Australia, growing to 17 stores by March 2025 with strong brand recognition in Sydney. In 2021, the client began collaborating with a business partner to expand further, opening 10 additional stores. Although they exchanged draft agreements on franchising and trademarks, no formal contract was signed before commencing their commercial cooperation.
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30 Apr 2024
Latest Development on Australian Carbon Credit Unit
Recent legislative and regulatory changes to the Australian Carbon Credit Units (ACCUs) scheme aim to enhance its integrity and efficacy. Key proposals include restructuring emissions reduction methods, improving governance, and ceasing approvals for certain projects like avoided deforestation due to additionality concerns. Moreover, projects at Safeguard facilities will now generate Safeguard Mechanism Credits instead of ACCUs, streamlining carbon abatement efforts.
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14 Apr 2024
Liquidated Damages Clauses in Australian Contract Law: Penalty or Genuine Estimate of Loss?
Liquidated damages clauses play a pivotal role in Australian contract law, offering numerous benefits to contracting parties. However, these clauses must be carefully drafted to avoid being considered a penalty, which would render them unenforceable. This article explores the importance of liquidated damages clauses in Australian contract law, the potential risks associated with them, and best practices for drafting enforceable clauses.
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