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New Regulations for Electronic Medication Charts in Australia
Australia introduces regulations for electronic medication chart prescriptions, affecting pharmacists and medical practitioners. Changes include new requirements for writing and supplying prescriptions, and penalties for non-compliance with record-keeping.
New Federal Aged Care Legislation
New federal legislation overhauls Australia’s aged care system, introducing rights-based approach, stronger provider obligations, and executive liability. The reforms address Royal Commission findings, focusing on person-centred care.
Victoria Overhauls Tax Exemptions for Housing and Education Sectors
Victoria introduces new land tax exemptions for social and emergency housing, and revises payroll tax exemptions for non-government schools. These changes impact charitable institutions and educational entities.
Victoria Adopts National Fundraising Principles for Charities
New Regulations require registered fundraisers to comply with 16 new principles. These Regulations aim to enhance clarity and consistency in fundraising laws across Australia. Charities and not-for-profits in Victoria should review these principles to ensure compliance in their fundraising activities.
Law Compliance Report – November 2024
The Law Compliance Report is distributed to clients free of charge and provides insight into legislative developments in key sectors throughout Australia. The latest edition
Queensland Strengthens Renters’ Rights and Rent Stabilisation
New legislation in Queensland introduces stricter regulations on rent increases, prohibits rent bidding, and establishes clearer guidelines for residential tenancy and rooming accommodation agreements to protect renters’ interests.
Australia Tightens Defence Trade Controls
New legislation strengthens Australia’s export control system by regulating the supply of Defence and Strategic Goods List technology to foreign persons, requiring permits for compliance.
AICD Practice Statement: Directors’ Oversight of Company Compliance Obligations
The AICD’s October 2024 Practice Statement on Directors’ Oversight of Company Compliance Obligations provides crucial guidance for board members. It emphasises proactive risk management, vigilance towards red flags, and the importance of challenging management in a constructive approach.
NSW Introduces Industrial Manslaughter Offence
The Work Health and Safety Amendment (Industrial Manslaughter) Bill 2024 introduces a new offence of industrial manslaughter in NSW, with severe penalties for PCBUs and officers who cause worker deaths through gross negligence.
New Regulations for Electronic Medication Charts in Australia
Australia introduces regulations for electronic medication chart prescriptions, affecting pharmacists and medical practitioners. Changes include new requirements for writing and supplying prescriptions, and penalties for non-compliance with record-keeping.
New Federal Aged Care Legislation
New federal legislation overhauls Australia’s aged care system, introducing rights-based approach, stronger provider obligations, and executive liability. The reforms address Royal Commission findings, focusing on person-centred care.
Victoria Overhauls Tax Exemptions for Housing and Education Sectors
Victoria introduces new land tax exemptions for social and emergency housing, and revises payroll tax exemptions for non-government schools. These changes impact charitable institutions and educational entities.
Victoria Adopts National Fundraising Principles for Charities
New Regulations require registered fundraisers to comply with 16 new principles. These Regulations aim to enhance clarity and consistency in fundraising laws across Australia. Charities and not-for-profits in Victoria should review these principles to ensure compliance in their fundraising activities.
Law Compliance Report – November 2024
The Law Compliance Report is distributed to clients free of charge and provides insight into legislative developments in key sectors throughout Australia. The latest edition
Queensland Strengthens Renters’ Rights and Rent Stabilisation
New legislation in Queensland introduces stricter regulations on rent increases, prohibits rent bidding, and establishes clearer guidelines for residential tenancy and rooming accommodation agreements to protect renters’ interests.
Australia Tightens Defence Trade Controls
New legislation strengthens Australia’s export control system by regulating the supply of Defence and Strategic Goods List technology to foreign persons, requiring permits for compliance.
AICD Practice Statement: Directors’ Oversight of Company Compliance Obligations
The AICD’s October 2024 Practice Statement on Directors’ Oversight of Company Compliance Obligations provides crucial guidance for board members. It emphasises proactive risk management, vigilance towards red flags, and the importance of challenging management in a constructive approach.
NSW Introduces Industrial Manslaughter Offence
The Work Health and Safety Amendment (Industrial Manslaughter) Bill 2024 introduces a new offence of industrial manslaughter in NSW, with severe penalties for PCBUs and officers who cause worker deaths through gross negligence.