Victoria’s new rental laws, effective November 2025, ban rental bidding, no-fault evictions, and extend notice periods to 90 days, strengthening tenant rights. Landlords face tougher standards and penalties up to $47,422. Balwyn Legal breaks down these 2025 changes—how they affect rent arrears, evictions, and property compliance. Whether you’re a tenant or rental provider, get expert advice to navigate this shift. Visit www.balwynlegal.com for more on Victoria’s rental protection laws and how we can help you stay ahead.

Australia has introduced its first Cyber Security Act, a pivotal step toward enhancing the nation’s cyber resilience and aligning with international best practices. This groundbreaking legislation sets minimum cyber security standards for smart devices, mandates ransomware reporting for businesses, introduces a limited use obligation for shared incident information, and establishes the independent Cyber Incident Review Board. Discover how these measures impact businesses and what steps you can take to stay compliant and secure in this evolving digital landscape.

"Navigating AML/CTF Compliance for Legal Professionals"

Discover how the latest amendments to the Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing Act impact the legal profession. Our comprehensive analysis explores the proposed designated services for lawyers, including real estate transactions, corporate restructuring, and financial asset management. Learn about your compliance obligations, exclusions, and strategies to balance professional duties with regulatory requirements. Stay ahead in safeguarding your practice and contributing to Australia’s fight against financial crime.

Read more to ensure your firm is prepared for the evolving AML/CTF landscape.

Explore how evolving defamation laws impact businesses in the digital age. learn practical strategies to mitigate risks on social media, from publisher liability to effective moderation and compliance with legal reforms.

The latest amendments to Victoria's Road Safety Act 1986, effective from October 2024, bring significant changes that drivers and businesses must be aware of. With stricter penalties for drink and drug driving, simplified vehicle registration processes, and updated regulations for heavy vehicles and automated driving systems, staying compliant is more important than ever. Learn how these changes could affect you and what steps you should take to ensure you remain on the right side of the law.

The recent updates to the Family Violence Protection Act 2008, effective 13th of October 2024, provide crucial enhancements to the legal framework for family violence cases in Victoria. These changes expand the definition of abuse to include emotional and financial control, improve protection for children, and give police more immediate powers to issue safety notices. Our firm is here to guide you through these legal changes, ensuring that you and your family receive the protection and justice you deserve.

Stay updated with the latest legal changes in Victoria. The new Drugs, Poisons, and Controlled Substances (Volatile Substances) Regulations 2024 outlines important guidelines for the handling, search, and disposal of volatile substances. Learn how this impacts business and the community.

Discover the important updates in Victoria’s 2024 Sale of Land (Public Auctions) Regulations, including new rules for auctioneers, vendor bidding, and penalties. Stay compliant and informed for your next property auction.

The story of 91-year-old Joan Blass, who unknowingly became a victim of a “predatory marriage” while suffering from dementia, has shed light on a disturbing legal loophole. Joan’s marriage, which occurred without her full understanding, nullified her original Will and left her family devastated. This case highlights the urgent need for legal reform to protect vulnerable individuals from exploitation and ensure that Wills are not automatically revoked under such circumstances. Learn more about this important issue and how the law could change to safeguard those at risk.