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26 February

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Common Questions About the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal (QCAT)

QCAT Disputes: How the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal Works If you live or work in Queensland, you have likely heard people mention the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal, commonly known as QCAT. Friends, colleagues, neighbours, and even your local barista may have referred to QCAT when talking about disputes, tenancy issues, or consumer complaints. This often leads to the same questions: What is QCAT and how does it work? What types of disputes does QCAT hear? Do I need a lawyer for a QCAT matter? Can a lawyer represent me at QCAT? This article answers the most common questions about the Queensland...

13 February

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Speeding Offences in Queensland: How to Dispute a Speeding Fine and Protect Your Licence

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Speeding Offences in Queensland: What You Need to Know Getting a speeding fine can instantly turn a good day into a stressful one. Many Queensland drivers only discover they were allegedly speeding when a notice arrives in the mail, often with demerit points and significant penalties attached. If you are trying to dispute a speeding fine in Queensland, it is important to understand your legal options early. Speeding offences are among the most common traffic charges in Queensland. However, that does not mean every infringement is automatically correct. In some cases, drivers may have valid grounds to dispute a speeding fine in Queensland,...

09 February

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Industrial Manslaughter in Queensland (Work Health and Safety Act): Offences, Penalties and Prosecutions

Posted by Andrew Hanlon

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Industrial Manslaughter in Queensland (Work Health and Safety Act): Offences, Penalties and Prosecutions Industrial Manslaughter in Queensland The charge of Industrial manslaughter is one of the most serious offences under Queensland workplace safety law. It was introduced to ensure that businesses and senior decision-makers can be held criminally responsible when workplace negligence results in the death of a worker. Part 2A of the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (Qld), introduced in 2017, creates the offence of industrial manslaughter. This part of the Act is designed to allow certain people to be held criminally responsible when a worker dies, or is injured and...

15 January

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Can I Change the Conditions of My Bail in Queensland?

Posted by Adam Veneran

in Criminal Law & Offences, Uncategorised

If you are currently on bail for a criminal matter in Queensland and are considering a bail variation in Queensland, you will have signed a bail undertaking. This is a legal document that sets out the conditions you must follow while your case is before the court. Sometimes circumstances change, and it becomes difficult to comply with your bail conditions. You may have moved house, changed jobs, or developed new personal obligations that affect your ability to meet your current requirements. If this happens, you may be able to apply for a bail variation in Queensland. This article explains how bail variations work...

08 January

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Daniel’s Law in Queensland: What Reportable Offenders Need to Know

Posted by Adam Veneran

in Criminal Law & Offences, Uncategorised

In August 2025, the Crisafulli Government introduced Daniel’s Law Queensland, creating the state’s first public child sex offender register and significantly changing how reportable offenders are monitored and disclosed. Named in memory of Daniel Morcombe, the legislation amends the Child Protection (Offender Reporting and Offender Prohibition Order) Act 2004 and introduces a new three-tier public disclosure system for reportable offenders. For anyone currently subject to reporting obligations, or who may become subject to them in the future, Daniel’s Law Queensland represents a major shift. It expands police powers, increases the circumstances in which personal information may be disclosed to the public,...

15 September

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Drug Trafficking in Queensland | Key Offences, Courts & Penalties

Posted by Jack Bendall

in Criminal Law & Offences, Uncategorised

Drug Trafficking Charges in Queensland: What You Need to Know Our office regularly receives enquiries from individuals who have been charged with, or are under investigation for, drug trafficking offences in Queensland. This article provides a high-level overview of: The offence of drug trafficking in Queensland; What constitutes a "dangerous drug"; How the police prove drug trafficking; Which courts deal with these matters; Common forms of evidence; and The potential penalties upon conviction. Note: This article applies specifically to Queensland law and does not cover Commonwealth offences such as trafficking controlled drugs under federal legislation. What Is a Dangerous Drug? “Dangerous drugs” are listed in...

30 July

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FAQs for Domestic Violence Matters

Posted by Erin Mitchell

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The laws surrounding domestic violence have changed significantly in the last decade. Over a five year period[1], there was on average, nearly 30,000 applications for a domestic violence filed each year.[2] In this series of blogs, we will answer some frequently asked questions with respect to domestic violence laws in Queensland. Part 1 What is domestic violence? The meaning of "domestic violence" is very broad. It occurs when two people are in a "relevant relationship" and involves behaviour that: is physically or sexually abusive; is emotionally or psychologically abusive; is economically abusive; is threatening; is coercive; or in any other way controls or dominates...

21 July

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Dangerous Driving

Posted by Jack Bendall

in Criminal Law & Offences, Uncategorised

Dangerous Driving Dangerous driving is often glorified in movies and video games. It can be considered by some to be harmless fun, free of any consequence. In reality however, dangerous driving quite often can result in serious legal consequences that last far longer than a quick adrenaline rush. This article provides an overview of the penalties that can flow on from conviction of the most common and serious dangerous driving charge (that being, dangerous operation of a motor vehicle), what the police need to prove, potential defences and which court will deal with the charge. What are the penalties for Dangerous Driving ? The...

28 June

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Tapering off Vaping: The New Laws in Australia and What It All Means

Posted by Sabine Keenan

in Criminal Law & Offences, Uncategorised

What Is Changing? The long-awaited restriction on the sale and importation of disposable vaping devices in Australia has been looming over vapers, health practitioners and retailers for some time. In December 2023, the first step was taken by the Governor-General in Federal Executive Council to institute Australia’s new anti-vaping through the commencement of the Therapeutic Goods Legislation Amendment (Vaping) Regulations 2023 (the Regulations). The Regulations have initiated a multi-stage push to address the increasing health risks posed by vaping, specifically for young people in Australia. However, despite common misconceptions, not all instances in which disposable vapes are possessed, purchased, sold and imported...

11 February

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The Risks Inherent to Litigation, and How to Avoid Protracted Litigious Proceedings

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What is Litigation? Litigation is the process of resolving legal disputes through the court system. Litigation can be initiated by either an individual or a corporation and involves the parties presenting their cases in a formal legal proceeding. Litigation typically involves the preparation of pleadings, the discovery of evidence, motion practice, and the presentation of evidence in court. The ultimate goal of litigation is to resolve the dispute and to obtain a judgment or verdict that is legally binding on the parties. Litigation can be a complex, time-consuming, and expensive process, and it is often advisable to consider alternative dispute resolution methods, such...

Common Questions About the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal (QCAT)

Speeding Offences in Queensland: How to Dispute a Speeding Fine and Protect Your Licence

Industrial Manslaughter in Queensland (Work Health and Safety Act): Offences, Penalties and Prosecutions

Can I Change the Conditions of My Bail in Queensland?

Daniel’s Law in Queensland: What Reportable Offenders Need to Know

Drug Trafficking in Queensland | Key Offences, Courts & Penalties

FAQs for Domestic Violence Matters

Dangerous Driving

Tapering off Vaping: The New Laws in Australia and What It All Means

The Risks Inherent to Litigation, and How to Avoid Protracted Litigious Proceedings

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