Where there’s a will, there’s a way: the Peter Brock story

Greg Smart A will is important because it tells those who survive you how you wish to have your assets dealt with. For this reason, a will should be clear, well drafted and legally binding.
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Purchase of used cars – private sale or dealer?

Buying from private sellers While the advantage of buying through a private sale may be the obvious lower purchase price, other risks relating to the operation of the vehicle may not be so apparent.
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Kylie tackles housing crisis in the Whitsundays

Proudly supporting the local community. “Because it is my home town, I want to help the people in my backyard,” Kylie said. “I like volunteering in the community and this interests me because university isn’t always the best option for everyone, particularly those who want to
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Welcome to Stephen Willis LLB – Trainee Solicitor

Stephen Willis has recently joined the Macrossan & Amiet legal team, fulfilling the position of Trainee Solicitor. In 2007, Stephen completed a Bachelor of Law Degree at James Cook University, in Townsville, and now endeavours to meet the requirements to become a qualified solicit
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Honours student Dane admitted into the profession

Dane Lang On February 18, 2008, Dane Lang was admitted as a solicitor of the Supreme Court of Queensland.
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Progressive outlook keeps Macrossan & Amiet at forefront of change

Gene Patterson Managing Partner Welcome to the new-look Macrossan & Amiet Newsletter. While our previous newsletter style has served us well over the past few years, we decided it was time for a fresh, new look.
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Reflections on the changing face of law and communication

Kylie Davis kdavies@macamiet.com.au Kylie Davies, from Macrossan & Amiet’s Whitsunday office, reflects on the changing face of law and communication.
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A conversation with …

Michele Falconieri, 31, is married with a 12-month-old son and lives in North Gregory, west of Airlie Beach. He has been a solicitor for seven years and with the firm for nine years, having started in Macrossan & Amiet’s Mackay office as an articled clerk while still at univers
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Stamp duty concessions now available for residential units in retirement villages

By Dane Lang dlang@macamiet.com.au The Queensland Government has recently closed a loophole in the Duties Act that will result in owners of residential units in retirement villages being able to claim the stamp duty concession available to homeowners.
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