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Tax evasion in Australia can lead to severe penalties, including fines, interest on unpaid taxes, and imprisonment for serious offences.;The ATO conducts audits and investigations to detect and prevent tax evasion, an...

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The Goods and Services Tax (GST) in Australia is a 10% tax on most goods and services sold or consumed, with some exemptions.;Businesses must register for GST if their annual turnover exceeds the threshold, and they c...

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Damages in a defamation case can include compensatory damages for actual harm, aggravated damages for additional harm caused by the defendant's conduct, and punitive damages.;The court may also award injunctive relief...

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Landlords generally need to provide notice, except in emergencies or if the tenant agrees to the entry.;The notice period and acceptable reasons for entry vary by state and territory.

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Compensation law deals with providing financial recompense to individuals who have suffered harm or loss due to another party's actions.;It covers a range of claims, including workplace injuries, public liability, and...

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Yes, legal aid is available for family law matters, including divorce, child custody, and domestic violence cases.;You will need to meet the financial and merit criteria to be eligible for family law legal aid.

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Juvenile offenders in Australia are typically dealt with in the Children's Court, which focuses on rehabilitation rather than punishment.;Legal considerations include the offender's age, the seriousness of the offense...

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Surrogacy arrangements in Australia are regulated by state and territory laws, which generally prohibit commercial surrogacy but allow altruistic surrogacy under strict conditions.;Prospective parents and surrogates m...

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A sole trader is an individual running a business, while a company is a separate legal entity owned by shareholders.;Sole traders have unlimited liability, whereas companies provide limited liability protection to the...

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Debts can be disputed by responding to the creditor with evidence that the debt is incorrect or not owed.;If the dispute is unresolved, it can be taken to the relevant ombudsman or tribunal for a decision.