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New Government: What does this mean for Australian Migration?

Posted on May 27, 2022

Over the past two years, migration in Australia has been at an all-time low. This has mainly been attributed to the COVID-19 pandemic, but another contributing factor has been the restrictive stance…

Property Settlement of Separated Partners

Posted on May 16, 2022

The Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) regulates matters relating to property division upon the separation of two parties. Most married or de facto partners procure assets such as real estate and motor…

Guardianship & Administration – How are they different?

Posted on April 08, 2022

The Guardianship and Administration Act 1993 (SA) allows the South Australia Civil and Administrative Tribunal (SACAT) to make guardianship and administration orders for a person who is no longer…

Domestic Violence and your Partner Visa

Posted on April 01, 2022

The Australian Government does not condone any forms of domestic and family violence against anyone including permanent or temporary visa holders in Australia. The Migration Regulations 1994 (Cth)…

What is GTE (Genuine Temporary Entrant)? And how is it proven?

Posted on March 30, 2022

The Genuine Temporary Entrant is a requirement of certain visas that must be satisfied. Essentially, outlines that the applicant is entering Australia solely on a temporary basis and has genuine…

REASONS FOR REFUSAL OF CITIZENSHIP APPLICATION

Posted on March 25, 2022

Following the grant of permanent residency, the usual course of action is to begin viewing your eligibility for citizenship. The grant of an Australian citizenship is significant and for most people,…

Leasehold Estate: How is it Relevant to You?

Posted on March 11, 2022

A leasehold estate is a complex hybrid of estate and contact. However, despite its complexity, it is a type of property right possessed by many Australians since leasehold estates cover both…

Freehold Estates: What are they, and why are they relevant to you?

Posted on March 10, 2022

When purchasing a property, it is important to understand the different types of land estates. An estate in land is the right to possess the land as a tenant for a period of time. In Australia, there…

Want to call Australia home? South Australia might be the answer

Posted on March 09, 2022

Migration is a lengthy, complex, and ever-changing area of law. For many, migration is the final step to realise their Australian dream. South Australia offers one of the best migration programs in…

How Domestic Violence is Considered During Family Law Property Settlements?

Posted on February 28, 2022

Unfortunately, domestic violence is prevalent in Australian families and often leads to family breakdowns. Domestic violence issues are dealt with seriously during a family breakdown, especially in a…