Profession updates New standard form agreement for sales of manufactured homes in residential parks Sonia Smith
In practice Lessor criminal and civil liability under illicit tobacco and nicotine product law The amendments include significant shifts in Queensland leasing law with the imposition of criminal and civil liability on commercial lessors and the introduction of a statutory right to terminate leases of closed premises. Sonia Smith
In practice New lessor termination rights aim to disrupt illicit tobacco and nicotine trade The amendments, which came into effect on 24 November 2025, are aimed at disrupting the trade of illicit tobacco and nicotine products in Queensland. Sonia Smith
Profession updates Enhanced protections for manufactured home owners Legal practitioners advising clients in residential parks should be aware of key changes to the Manufactured Homes (Residential Parks) Act 2003 (Qld). Sonia Smith
Elder law QLS proposes EPOA reforms QLS has taken a special interest in the prevention of elder abuse. Sunday, 15 June, is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Sonia Smith
Events Committee fights for elder rights Elder abuse is an issue at the front and centre of the Queensland Law Society Elder Law Committee’s work. June 15 is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Sonia Smith
