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family law, separation, pets, property settlementJuly 22, 2026

Who keeps the pet after separation in Australia

The June 2025 reforms did not create pet custody, but they changed how courts decide who keeps a companion animal. Here is what separating couples should plan for.

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employment law, casual employment, fair workJuly 22, 2026

Casual employment contracts after the 2024 Fair Work reforms

The casual label now carries less weight than the working reality. This guide shows where old contracts, rosters and CEIS timing can expose Australian employers.

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employment, superannuation, payroll, contractsJuly 22, 2026

Payday Super and employment contract drafting

From 1 July 2026, super moves from a quarterly afterthought to a payday obligation. See where contract wording can create Fair Work and ATO headaches.

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employment, unfair dismissal, termination, workplace documentsJuly 21, 2026

Unfair dismissal in Australia: letters and warnings

A valid reason is only half the story. This guide shows why Fair Work unfair dismissal cases often turn on warnings, meeting notes and the final termination letter.

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employment law, restraint of trade, contractsJuly 21, 2026

Non-compete clauses and the 2027 reform in Australia

The proposed 2027 ban will not just affect new hires. Employers may need to rethink existing restraints and lean harder on confidentiality and non-solicitation clauses.

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tenancy, landlords, eviction, nswJuly 21, 2026

NSW no-grounds evictions and notice to vacate rules

From 19 May 2025, NSW landlords need a prescribed ground and evidence before ending a tenancy. The guide shows where notices now fail.

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