Temporary measures in response to COVID-19 have been introduced in Victoria permitting remote electronic signing and witnessing of documents via audio-visual link.
Read MoreRegulations introduced in NSW have provided a new exemption to working with children checks, permitting persons to work with children while their application is pending where certain requirements are met.
Read MoreNSW has implemented emergency legislative measures in response to COVID-19, giving the NSW Government powers in areas including child protection, land development and the public, private and mental health sectors. Read on to find out ...
Read MoreThe Victorian government has introduced a series of temporary measures to address urgent COVID-19 issues, including a moratorium on rent increases, modifications to WorkCover payments and changes to nurse to patient ratios.
Read MoreSignificant sections of the Children’s Guardian Act 2019 (NSW) commenced on 1 March 2020, enlivening important reportable conduct duties. Read on to see if these apply to your organisation and what you need to do to satisfy the ...
Read MoreAmending regulations have recently confirmed that ‘suitably qualified persons’ are included in calculating the number of educators required to educate and care for children in centre-based services operating under the National Quality ...
Read MoreThe recently passed Human Rights Act imposes new obligations on prescribed public entities to ensure that human rights are considered during their decision-making process. Read on to find out if these apply to your organisation.
Read MoreWA has recently passed law approving voluntary assisted dying, setting out strict eligibility requirements, a detailed step-by-step administration process and a list of relevant offences.
Read MoreVIC Parliament has passed reforms making vaccinations compulsory for health workers to protect them from preventable diseases and minimise the risk of transmission between vulnerable patients.
Read MoreThe Novel Coronavirus has now been declared as a notifiable condition in all States and Territories in Australia, placing notification requirements on doctors, nurses, hospitals and laboratories for suspected cases.
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