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Shire Legal is proudly located at Inspire Cowork in Miranda – a modern, professional space that offers real benefits for...
29/05/2026

Shire Legal is proudly located at Inspire Cowork in Miranda – a modern, professional space that offers real benefits for our clients.

When you visit us, you’ll enjoy comfortable meeting rooms, easy access, and a welcoming environment just minutes from Westfield and public transport. Being part of this dynamic business hub also gives us easy access to trusted professionals like accountants, financial planners, and mortgage brokers – making it easier to collaborate on your legal, financial, and business needs.

At Shire Legal, we’re committed to providing a seamless, connected experience and our location at Inspire helps us do just that.

https://www.inspirecowork.com.au/

Partnership agreements, shareholder agreements, service contracts, and supply agreements each set the rules for how your...
28/05/2026

Partnership agreements, shareholder agreements, service contracts, and supply agreements each set the rules for how your business operates.
Clear agreements reduce misunderstandings, protect relationships and give you confidence as your business grows.

Explore our contract services at https://www.shirelegal.com.au/business or book a free 15-minute call.

26/05/2026

Before you open your doors, make sure you’re legally allowed to. ⚖️

In this episode of Business Know How, Melissa Bush unpacks one of the most overlooked parts of starting a business – licences, permits, council approvals, and the hidden compliance requirements that can stop a business from trading before it even begins.

From cafés and trades to health practices and online businesses, this episode explains:
• Why an ABN and business name registration are only the beginning
• The three levels of government approvals every business owner should understand
• Common licensing mistakes businesses make
• How to use the ABLIS tool to identify the approvals your business may need
• The real risks of operating without the proper licences or permits

If you’re starting, expanding, or changing your business operations, this is essential listening.

🎧 Listen now - https://www.businessknowhow.com.au/podcasts/business-know-how/episodes/2149209004 or on your preferred podcast platform.

Online templates can seem quick and easy, but they’re rarely tailored to your business.What works for someone else may l...
25/05/2026

Online templates can seem quick and easy, but they’re rarely tailored to your business.

What works for someone else may leave gaps for you.

A contract should reflect how you operate, what you offer, and the risks you need to manage.

That’s where proper legal support makes all the difference.

Let’s get it right from the start.

Book a chat with us and build agreements that actually protect you.
https://www.shirelegal.com.au/business

Huge congratulations to Logan on officially being admitted as a Lawyer in the Supreme Court of New South Wales! ⚖️👏After...
21/05/2026

Huge congratulations to Logan on officially being admitted as a Lawyer in the Supreme Court of New South Wales! ⚖️👏

After graduating from the University of New South Wales with degrees in Law and Commerce, this is such an incredible and well-deserved achievement.

We’re so proud of you, Logan, and excited to see what’s ahead! 🚀

19/05/2026

Thinking of taking on an unpaid intern in your business?

A keen university student reaches out. They’re enthusiastic, eager to learn, and happy to “just get experience". Sounds harmless… right?

Not necessarily.

In this week’s Business Know How podcast episode, Melissa Bush unpacks the legal reality of unpaid internships in Australia including:

✔️ When unpaid internships are lawful
✔️ The difference between vocational placements and employment
✔️ The Fair Work tests businesses need to understand
✔️ Real enforcement cases and lessons from businesses that got it wrong
✔️ The updated penalty landscape and wage theft laws
✔️ A practical checklist for running lawful internship programs

Because here’s the truth: calling someone an “intern” doesn’t automatically make the arrangement legal.

If the relationship looks and functions like employment, the law may treat it as employment regardless of what you call it.

🎧 Tune in now to protect your business and understand where the legal line actually sits. https://www.businessknowhow.com.au/podcasts/business-know-how/episodes/2149207141

☕ And if you’re planning to start or run a café or food business, we also touch on staffing and employment law inside our Café Kickstart course, with enrolments opening again on 28 June.

Whether you’re entering a partnership, franchise or supplier relationship, we help you understand the terms before you c...
19/05/2026

Whether you’re entering a partnership, franchise or supplier relationship, we help you understand the terms before you commit.

Book a free 15-minute call with us - https://www.shirelegal.com.au/business

17/05/2026

Common Questions from Business Owners
Do I need a Director ID if my company is a trustee of a family trust?

If the trustee company is registered under the Corporations Act, then yes — each director of that company needs a Director ID. The nature of the trust does not change the obligations of the company's directors.

I am the sole director and shareholder of my Pty Ltd. Does this apply to me?

Yes. The obligation applies regardless of the size of the company or whether you are the only director and shareholder. Sole directors of small proprietary companies are just as subject to the requirement as directors of large public companies.

What if I have recently resigned as a director? Do I still need a Director ID?

Yes. The Director ID stays with you for life. Even if you are no longer acting as a director at present, if you were appointed as a director after 1 November 2021 and have not yet obtained your ID, you are technically in breach of the law. If you intend to be appointed again in the future, you will need one before any future appointment.

What if I was a director before 1 November 2021 and have never applied?

If you were a director before 1 November 2021, your deadline to apply was 30 November 2022. If you have not yet applied and you remain a director, you may already be in breach of the Corporations Act. You should seek legal advice promptly.

You can check out our blog and read more information – https://www.shirelegal.com.au/blog/directorID_0326

Being handed a “standard” contract doesn’t mean it’s fair or right for your business. Many agreements are written to pro...
14/05/2026

Being handed a “standard” contract doesn’t mean it’s fair or right for your business. Many agreements are written to protect the other party, not you.

Before you sign, we can review the terms, explain the risks and help you negotiate where needed.

Send us your question or book an enquiry call -https://www.shirelegal.com.au/business

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