In our latest Customs & Trade alert, we explore whether the trade tensions between the US and Canada are a sign of a changing world order and what this could mean for the future of international trade, cooperation and dispute resolution. Read more >> bit.ly/4sdrGTV

Workplace Relations alert: The legal process employers must follow for redundancies In our latest Workplace Relations alert, we outline the three requirements that must be met for a dismissal to be regarded as a genuine redundancy. Read more >> bit.ly/3TUy99y

Tobacco Enforcement Bill clears key parliamentary hurdle In our Customs & Trade alert, Andrew Hudson provides an update on the Tobacco Enforcement Bill, outlining its advance through parliament and the implications for supply chain businesses. Read more >> bit.ly/4dNFYET

In our latest Manufacturing alert, Brighid Virtue shares examples of the key contractual terms that manufacturers navigating disruptions caused by conflict in the Middle East should consider. Read more >> bit.ly/4yF1fJi

Rigby Cooke Lawyers appoints Viviane Karoumbalis as Partner in its Corporate & Commercial group To read our media release and learn more about Viviane >> bit.ly/4e2q6y2 The partners and staff welcome Viviane and look forward to her continued success at the firm.

Wills, Trusts & Estates alert: Christian Teese examines a recent Court decision which considers an attorney’s role where decisions made during a principal’s lifetime may have implications for beneficiaries under a will. Read more >> bit.ly/4dKgjfV

Will power — where an executor’s authority really comes from In our latest Wills, Trusts & Estates alert, we look at the Court of Appeal decision which clarifies the source and scope of an executor’s authority when administering a deceased estate. bit.ly/4xmt2MP

Proposed working from home clause in the Clerks Award Our latest Workplace Relations alert examines the Fair Work Commission's proposed working from home arrangements under the Clerks Award and outlines the potential implications for employers. Read >> bit.ly/3T89Xjo

Federal government releases legislation advancing its attack on illicit tobacco In our Customs & Trade alert, Andrew Hudson examines the proposed legislation aimed at strengthening enforcement powers and penalties to combat illicit tobacco trade. Read >> bit.ly/4hr1cKE

Litigation & Dispute Resolution alert: We explore the impact of increasing AI use on legal professional privilege and highlight the risk that engagement with publicly available AI systems may result in an inadvertent waiver of privilege. Read more >> bit.ly/46kIEpc

Smuggling, piggybacking and a history of government intervention in the supply chain In our Customs & Trade alert, Andrew Hudson explores the history of government intervention in supply chains and the evolution of smuggling into the modern era. Read >> bit.ly/4zSWkoO

In our Wills, Trusts & Estates alert, we examine the new Division 296 tax regime, including who may be affected, key SMSF compliance obligations, and practical steps trustees can take to prepare for the additional tax on large superannuation balances. bit.ly/4zyl4ml

In our latest Customs & Trade news alert, Andrew Hudson outlines how Australia’s Trade 2040 roadmap seeks to strengthen trade resilience, support economic growth and navigate increasing global uncertainty. rigbycooke.com.au/trade-2040…

ACFS insolvency issues create confusion and risk in the supply chain In our latest Custom & Trade alert, Andrew Hudson examines the fallout from the administration of ACFSPL and the uncertainty it has created across the Australian supply chain. Read >> bit.ly/4fQPJ6t

When failure to lodge tax returns becomes more than a tax problem In our latest Tax alert, Tamara Cardan explains the risks associated with failing to lodge a tax return, and provides practical tips for taxpayers to minimise their exposure. Read >> bit.ly/4xw2066

In our latest Workplace Relations news alert, we outline the Fair Work Commission's decision to remove junior pay rates, when these changes are proposed to commence and the impact it could have on businesses. Read more >> bit.ly/4yTeLtj

Tax alert: Stamp duty on settlement adjustments — more tax for Victorian purchasers In our latest Tax alert, Tamara Cardan examines the new SRO Ruling DA-070 and explains how it will increase the stamp duty payable on property transactions. Read more >> bit.ly/4wv62Mi

Corporate & Commercial alert: New additions to the Australian Consumer Law are on the way. Businesses should start preparing now for reforms addressing unfair trading practices, drip pricing and subscription contracts ahead of 1 July 2027. Read more >> bit.ly/4hlyOdc

In our latest Tax alert, we look at the new small business CGT reform that increases the concession turnover threshold from $2m to $10m from 1 July 2027, expanding access to the 50% active asset reduction. Read more >> bit.ly/4wA5ggq

In our latest Corporate & Commercial alert, we outline what businesses need to know about the amendments to the AML/CTF Act, which came into effect 1 July 2026. Read more >> bit.ly/4ybbPaK