In New South Wales, you generally have the right to remain silent when questioned by police. You cannot usually be...

Question  Short answer  Is the Census compulsory?  Yes. Completing the Census is required under the Census and Statistics Act 1905...

If your business has received an AUSTRAC induction invitation, the immediate question is whether this is simply onboarding for a...

Common assault is an offence under section 61 of the Crimes Act 1900 (NSW). It covers conduct that causes another...

A statutory declaration is a written statement that you sign and formally declare to be true. In New South Wales...

What Does It Mean to Die “Intestate”? A person is “intestate” if they die without a valid will, or if...

Most permanent residents become Australian citizens through citizenship by conferral. You generally need four years of lawful residence in Australia,...

What Is a Private AVO? An Apprehended Violence Order (AVO) is a civil order made by the Local Court to...

Mediation lets separated couples negotiate a property settlement with an independent third party, instead of going straight to court. It...

An Onshore Partner visa (Subclass 820, leading to Subclass 801) lets the spouse or de facto partner of an Australian...