March 2012

  • Yan Yean Road - the planning process is not always fair

    While waiting for a panel decision concerning the duplication of Yan Yean Rd, some residents note the inequity surrounding the planning process and subdivision rights.

    See the attached article and call us if you want advice.

  • Business Name Registration Changes

    ASIC expects to commence operating a new Business Names register from 28 May 2012 which will allow for the national registration of Business Names rather than the current State-by-State system.

    Once implemented all new business names will be handled by ASIC and existing State-based registrations will automatically be transferred into the new system. There is likely to be some duplication and clients are advised to check the ASIC register after 1 June.

  • PPS Regime reminder

    Just a reminder that the Personal Property Securities Register is now active for the purpose of registering details of security interests in personal property. The website is www.ppsr.gov.au.

    For the purpose of making use of the Registrar it is important to:-

  • Yan Yean Road Update

    As our clients including so many local residents are well aware, a panel hearing was conducted in early February in relation to the proposed Yan Yean Road Duplication.

    Recent media coverage refers to that panel hearing and the possible impact on local residents as well as the local fire station. You may wish to review the following two articles: