The NSW government announced a $20 million package at the weekend to alleviate significant delays in criminal trials reaching the District Court. The funding will provide for extra sitting weeks in a number of regional courts and the appointment of a number of temporary judges. We await the full detail of the arrangements and the impact this may have within the Macarthur region.
Are Your Contractors Really Contractors? Know the Rules
Businesses often hire people as independent contractors instead of employees. But getting this wrong can lead to serious consequences, including unfair dismissal claims, back payment of super and taxes and penalties for “sham contracting”. In 2024, Australia updated...
