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Robo-debt class action could deliver justice for tens of thousands of Australians instead of mere hundreds

Written by Terry Carney, Emeritus Professor of Law, University of Sydney

The announcement by Gordon Legal of a class action to compensate victims of the government’s so-called robo-debt scheme is welcome, perhaps even groundbreaking.

Standing alongside class action litigator Peter Gordon at a press conference in parliament house on Tuesday, former opposition leader and shadow government services minister Bill...

Curb Appeal for Business Owners: What You Need to Know
Curb appeal is a critical aspect that business owners often overlook when trying to increase their customer base and attrac…
How to Avoid These 3 Liabilities That Could Threaten Your Business
In the dynamic world of entrepreneurship, business owners must constantly be aware of various threats that could jeopardize…
Commercial Litigation Lawyers in Sydney: Protecting Your Business Interests
The business world is always challenging, and many disputes and disruptions are on the way. Commercial lawyers are keepin…
What to Do During a Hiring Freeze: 3 Tips for Business Owners
A hiring freeze can be frustrating, especially when there’s work piling up but no option to add more hands to the team. Sti…
What are tariffs?
Engineer studio/ShutterstockThis article is part of The Conversation’s “Business Basics” series where we as…
Would a mandatory five-day working week solve construction’s work-life balance woes?
Gorodenkoff/ShutterstockWorking practices in the construction industry have been labelled a relic of a bygone era – 64%…

Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana
A Privileged Insight into the Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana Situated in the traditional village of Pererenan near Canggu, Villa Sabana is peacefully secluded in a semi-rural setting where…

Reventon’s Brick by Brick Charity Build to Auction Fully Furnished Family Home
Imagine transforming a $1 million dream home into hope and security for countless Australians in need. Imagine no more. In a groundbreaking act of generosity, Reventon, a Melbourne-based property investment and…

This latest increase in RBA interest rates might well be the last, for some time
ShutterstockYou might not know it from reading Tuesday’s statement announcing Australia’s eighth consecutive increase in interest rates, but our Reserve Bank might finally have done enough.The statement says inflation is…
Appealing Worker's Comp Decisions: Your Rights and the Road Ahead
Appealing a worker's compensation decision is an intricate process, and understanding your rights and the steps involved is vital to your success. Knowing how to appeal can make all the…
China's population shrinks again and could more than halve – here's what that means
China’s population has shrunk for the second year in a row. The National Bureau of Statistics reports just 9.02 million births in 2023 – only half as many as in…

Customer service is essential in any company

When you think of customer service; many of us picture retail, hospitality or fast food restaurants preaching “service”. However customer service ...

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The Fascinating World of Farms for Sale

Benefits of Owning a Farm When many people think of the benefits of owning a farm, they immediately think of fresh food, open spaces and a pictur...

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A Guide to Starting A Quality Day Care Business

Welcome to being an entrepreneur! Starting a successful daycare can be both stressful and rewarding. When thinking of starting a daycare, a lot of...

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The 5 Tell-Tale Signs Of a Toxic Workplace

Wearing a mask wears you out. Faking it is fatiguing. The most exhausting activity is pretending to be what you know you aren’t. – Rick Warren ...

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The age of uncertainty: How interesting times are making life tough for property pundits in 2023

Given the abundance of unknowns, predicting how and when the market will move has become a mug’s game. Anyone else tired of speculating about w...

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SMEs urged not to overlook domain names

More shoppers are seeking out Aussie businesses online. A com.au domain name says your business is local. * 70% of respondents to a surv...

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