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One only has to Google 'estate dispute' or 'estate litigation' to see the plethora of legal firms actively engaged in this area of law. The sad reality is that there is an increasing number of disputes and court cases involving deceased estates. The disputes and resulting litigation range across a wide variety of issues including: * challenges to the validity...

New apartment-living options for over 60s enable active, social living for retirees who fear losing the daily interactions of the workplace. For many of us, the workplace is a source of daily interaction, social connection and mental stimulation that we will miss upon retirement - even if we're counting the days. There's a preconception that losing the daily stimulation of...

How to host a great Christmas function It's that time of year when office managers are starting to lock in their dates and venues for the office Christmas party. We have a wonderful selection of venues in Canberra such as those profiled in this functions feature. If it's your responsibility to organise the party, here's some ideas on how to...

Who will be Canberra's biggest heart? Eleven Canberra personalities drawn from business, government and university have accepted the Heart Foundation ACT's twelve-week challenge to become Canberra's biggest heart and reduce their risk of heart disease. We're proud that B2B's publisher and owner of Capital Magazine, Tim Benson is one of these challengers. The celebrity challengers will have access to nutrition...

Sophisticated & hipster Christmas If you're looking for a new venue to hold your office Christmas party this year - that is relaxed yet sophisticated, with a zesty, fresh and exciting menu selection and conveniently set in the hipster haven of Braddon - then Mood Food & Co is for you. With a great bar/lounge area for pre-party drinks, Mood...

Christmas at Rydges Capital Hill If you're looking to plan a Christmas Party or End of Year Celebration with a difference in Canberra, then look no further. Rydges Capital Hill Canberra is the perfect place for your Christmas party for the office, family or social group. With a variety of event spaces, such as the indoor atrium creating a fabulous...

The LNP Federal Government's newly unveiled unemployment policy has heralded considerable backlash in the media and from opposition leaders who have criticised the idea as poorly researched, and lacking in common sense. Whilst unemployment recently reached a 12 year high of 6.4 percent, the proposal that Australia's unemployed be forced to file 40 new job applications per month in order...

With a sluggish economy and additional budget restraint on the horizon, many government agencies and departments need to find more cost savings and business efficiencies. After shedding jobs and freezing recruitment, how can agencies and departments achieve long-term cost savings? RSM Bird Cameron explains how. "It's not simply a matter of getting by with less," says Luke Williamson, Senior Manager,...

ANZ Mobile Lending was recognised as the ACT's Mortgage Provider of the Year for the 3rd year in a row at REIACT's Awards for Excellence held recently at the Hyatt Hotel. Paul Lanzon director of ANZ Mobile Lending, Canberra Inner South & Queanbeyan/Jerrabomberra says much of the award's success is due to the close relationships that mobile lenders have developed...

The National Press Club of Australia will celebrate its 50th Anniversary on 10 September 2014 with a black tie gala dinner. The Anniversary commemorates the first ever speech by a Prime Minister, Sir Robert Menzies, to the National Press Luncheon Club. The Club has a strong national presence and continues its tradition of presenting speakers such as visiting international figures,...

Up until 1995 all companies had to have at least two directors. This posed significant issues for businesses looking to obtain the limited liability provided by company structures as quite often, for example, both parties to a marriage were, of necessity, directors of the company and if the company ever became insolvent both directors, and therefore any assets owned by...

Canberra's postgraduate students will have direct access to prestigious University of London qualifications under a new arrangement made with the University of Canberra. UC's new Master of Management course to be launched soon will be paired with a University of London Graduate Diploma of Economic Policy, Policy Studies or Public Management under the academic direction1 of the School of Oriental...

The hosting of landmark events has become big business around Australia drawing business, tourists and exposure to cities and regions. Canberra is no exception to this. In recent years the hosting of high profile exhibitions, sporting matches and special events has added significantly to the Territory's economic and cultural life. Our centenary year in 2013 was an obvious highlight but...

To be successful in export, it is important for a business to have a good export strategy, conduct proper due diligence before exploring opportunities in a potential market, prepare export pricing/marketing and also visit the potential export market. However, most of the time, a business will need to commit time and money to do all of these activities. In the...

Recently I gained a rare insight into the work of our fine men and women on the frontline as part of Exercise Boss Lift Top End and Exercise Pitch Black 14. A group of 23 bosses and senior managers from around Australia headed to Darwin to see a full range of core capabilities on display across Army, Navy and Air...

We often meet with clients who are surprised to learn that their registered trade mark provides no protection in other countries. Trade marks (like other forms of IP such as patents and designs) are registered on a per country basis. If wishing to extend protection of your Australian trade mark rights to other countries, do you need to engage lawyers...