01 September

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Blue card “No Card, No Start”: New Changes To the Blue Card System

On 31 August 2020, changes were made to the Blue Card system which all Blue Card applicants and Blue Card holders should be aware of. The “No Card, No Start” law The Blue Card system now states that applicants will be unable to work of volunteer in a position which requires a blue card until their application is approved. Previously, applicants were permitted to begin work which requires a Blue Card whilst their application was being processed. New Rules for Blue Card Expiring The new rules also state that if you do not renew your blue card by the expiry date, you will...

26 August

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Bill Potts comments on domestic violence laws six months after horrific murders

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Hannah Clarke's parents call for stronger domestic violence laws six months after horrific murders Six months on from the shocking murders of Hannah Clarke and her three children, domestic violence advocates are calling for coercive control and petrol dousing to be established as offences in Queensland.Ms Clarke, 31, and her children, Aaliyah, Laianah and Trey, were murdered in Brisbane's Camp Hill after her estranged husband Rowan Baxter ambushed them on the morning school run on February 19. Baxter, doused them with petrol and set the car alight before he died of self-inflicted stab wounds nearby. The three children — aged, six, four and...

26 August

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Trolls could face jail for disgusting online attacks – Bill Potts comments

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19 August

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Ashleigh DoRozario as an inspiring woman in law, ‘Creating Visibility for Disability’

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The Legal 500’s fivehundred magazine features Ashleigh DoRozario as an inspiring woman in law, ‘Creating Visibility for Disability’ Earlier this year, and much to my surprise, I was approached by the Head of Inclusion, Equality and Culture of The Legal 500 – a London based company assessing capabilities of law firms globally, and highlighting lawyers producing innovative advice and unrivalled experience in the legal industry. By way of background, The Legal 500 publish a monthly magazine, fivehundred, providing insight into themes affecting the legal profession internationally. I received an email from The Legal 500 pitching their upcoming March edition: celebrating Women’s History Month...

06 August

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Bill Potts comments on revenge porn scandal

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22 July

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Bill Potts responds to news that Dreamworld is facing criminal charges arising from tragic accident

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Dreamworld can 'come back' from deadly disaster, PR expert says A public relations expert believes Dreamworld can make a comeback after a disastrous few years – but it won't be easy. Dreamworld's parent company faces a massive fine of $4.5 million after it was charged multiple times over the 2016 Thunder River Rapids tragedy which claimed four lives in Queensland. Ardent Leisure today confirmed it had been hit with three charges following an assessment by an independent prosecutor from Workplace Health and Safety, according to a statement given to the ASX. The three Category 2 charges, filed today in the Brisbane Magistrates Court, were...

01 May

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Easing of COVID-19 restrictions in QLD as of 2nd May 2020

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THE COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS THAT ARE BEING EASED IN QUEENSLAND AS OF 2 MAY 2020 Restrictions have now been in place as to when we can and cannot leave home for several weeks now. We have seen a promising decline in the amount of new cases of the coronavirus over the last couple of weeks, and the Queensland Government have responded by announcing an ease in the restrictions on movement in Queensland. As of 2 May 2020, you will have more opportunities to leave your home and go outside for enjoyment. We have summarised the updated Home Confinement, Movement and Gathering Direction below. Bear...

06 February

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Mobile Phones While Driving

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New laws on mobile phones while driving If you’re not already aware on 1 February 2020 the penalty for using your mobile phone whilst driving increased to a fine of $1000.00 and 4 demerit points. For drivers caught twice within 12 months, double demerit points apply, and you may now lose your licence. The law which provides that you cannot use a mobile phone while driving is found in section 244O of the Transport Operations (Road Use Management – Road Rules) Regulation 2004:- 244O Using mobile phones on device A person must not use a mobile phone that the person is...

07 June

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Locals can get involved with the sentencing process in a Gold Coast event as judge for a day

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IT’S time to strap on your wig, pop on your robes and lay down the law — a free event is allowing Gold Coasters to be a judge for a day. Today’s Judge for Yourself community event will give locals the opportunity to put themselves into the shoes of a judge and decide on a sentence based on real events. Former Queensland Law Society president and Southport-based criminal lawyer Bill Potts said the event, run by the Queensland Sentencing Advisory Council, was a great way to demystify the sentencing process. “The sentencing of criminals is one of the most misunderstood and difficult tasks,”...

11 December

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Bill Potts Comments On Baden-Clay Conviction Downgrade

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Bill Potts, President elect of the Queensland Law Society 2016 comments on the Court Of Appeals decision to downgrade Gerard Baden-Clay conviction of murder to manslaughter. Potts explains how the court came to their decision and says that many legal experts aren’t surprise by the downgrade. He says the public should have confidence in the legal system and said the decision made by the three Court of Appeal judges, including Chief Justice Catherine Holmes, is the right decision according to Law. The Court of Appeal after looking at all of the evidence was perfectly satisfied that the jury got it right. That is – that...

Blue card “No Card, No Start”: New Changes To the Blue Card System

Bill Potts comments on domestic violence laws six months after horrific murders

Trolls could face jail for disgusting online attacks – Bill Potts comments

Ashleigh DoRozario as an inspiring woman in law, ‘Creating Visibility for Disability’

Bill Potts comments on revenge porn scandal

Bill Potts responds to news that Dreamworld is facing criminal charges arising from tragic accident

Easing of COVID-19 restrictions in QLD as of 2nd May 2020

Mobile Phones While Driving

Locals can get involved with the sentencing process in a Gold Coast event as judge for a day

Bill Potts Comments On Baden-Clay Conviction Downgrade

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