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Changes to The Law Association of New Zealand – Deed Of Lease

Changes to The Law Association of New Zealand – Deed Of Lease

Following an extensive review, the Law Association of New Zealand (TLANZ – formerly ADLS) released the revised Deed of Lease – Seventh Edition 2024 (Deed) and Agreement to Lease – Sixth Edition 2024 on 25 November 2024. This is the first time the form of deed of lease has undergone such an extensive review since 2012, and the revised Deed includes a number of amendments which reflect the changes in law and practice over the past 12 years.

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Ask the Advisor: How can we ensure that our family's financial decisions are aligned with both our values and long-term goals?

Ask the Advisor: How can we ensure that our family's financial decisions are aligned with both our values and long-term goals?

In Ask the Advisor, we put your questions to the experts. Our FBA Family Business Accredited Advisors answer frequently asked questions from family business clients for your benefit. Responses are from trusted professionals who understand the ins and outs of family business. In this Ask the Advisor, Renee Condylis answers a FAQ on making financial decisions that are aligned with both values and long-term goals, especially when there are differing opinions among family members.

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Ask the Advisor: What is ESG and does it matter for a family business?

Ask the Advisor: What is ESG and does it matter for a family business?

In Ask the Advisor, we put your questions to the experts. Our FBA Family Business Accredited Advisors answer frequently asked questions from family business clients for your benefit. Responses are from trusted professionals who understand the ins and outs of family business. In this Ask the Advisor, Michael Watts answers a FAQ on ESG in family business.

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Ask the Advisor: When should I start Succession Planning for my family business?

Ask the Advisor: When should I start Succession Planning for my family business?

In Ask the Advisor, we put your questions to the experts. Our FBA Family Business Accredited Advisors answer frequently asked questions from family business clients for your benefit. Responses are from trusted professionals who understand the ins and outs of family business. In this Ask the Advisor, Christopher O'Connor, from O'Connor Ruddy & Garrett Soliciters, provides guidance on succession planning.

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Meet Our Member: Jacobsen Flooring Group

Meet Our Member: Jacobsen Flooring Group

Jacobsen is a third-generation, New Zealand owned business that has been shaping the flooring industry in Aotearoa since 1962. The Jacobsen Flooring Group isn’t just a family business, but a family of businesses, including Jacobsen, one of New Zealand’s largest flooring suppliers, and Tredsafe, which specialises in flooring safety products such as stair nosings, transitions, and our proprietary stair nosing insert.

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Meet our Member: The Search Engineers

Meet our Member: The Search Engineers

The Search Engineers is a second-generation digital marketing agency based in the southeast of Queensland. Since the late 90s, husband and wife Team Sue and Herb, have worked in digital marketing and have a deep, rich experience working with the internet. Caroline, a Nielsen Norman certified UX Specialist in her own right, has now joined the team to expand their expertise and continue the Family legacy. 

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Vale Kim Bailey

Vale Kim Bailey

We are deeply saddened to share the loss of Kim Bailey, a truly valued member of our family business community, both here in WA and nationally. A dear friend to so many, mentor, and cherished member of the family business community, Kim’s presence, wisdom, and warmth will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

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Meet Our Member: Sunrise2Sunrise

Dynamic NDIS provider, Sunrise2Sunrise were the winners of the 2024/25 Established Family Business Award for Victoria and Tasmania. The award was accepted by Ravi Bhatt alongside his wife, Krishna Sevak and their two children, Rhythm Bhatt (11 years) and Jaynil Bhatt (9 years old). Ravi and Krishna sat down with us to share more about the success story of Sunrise2Sunrise since its inception in 2018. The business has grown exponentially since, but the family has never wavered from its dedication to reducing inequality and improving lives in communities they support.

Meet Our Member: Promoworks

Introducing Promoworks, where creativity meets passion! Owned and operated by Craig and Brenda Oglesby, Promoworks is your go-to company for innovative promotional solutions and professional photography services. With over 17 years of experience in photography, Brenda brings a wealth of knowledge and a keen eye for detail to every project. We spoke with Brenda to learn more about the family business, their passion and their advice for other family businesses.

Meet Our Member: Charlesworth Nuts

For 90 years across 4 generations, Charlesworth Nuts has been proudly making and selling fresh nuts, fruits and chocolates in Australia. What began in 1934 as a small nut stall in the Adelaide Central Market has now grown into a family business with 11 retail stores and a warehouse factory. More than ever, they remain absolutely passionate about the quality and freshness of their products. We had a chat with Brett Charlesworth to learn more about their family business, the rich history behind the business, and how they continue to expand their business across Australia every day.

James Morrison and Natasha Fox: Two Unmissable Sessions

Our 2025 Family Business Conference features a line-up of local and global experts, each bringing valuable insights on how to navigate change through a family business lens. We're thrilled to share the details of two of these sessions with you below.

Meet Our Member: Queensland Gaskets

Meet the winner of our Established Family Business Award 2024/25 for Queensland, Queensland Gaskets! Founded in 1953, Queensland Gaskets was established by Quentin Quarterman in a modest worker's cottage on Hope Street, South Brisbane. Recognising a growing need for industrial gaskets amidst the post-war industrial boom in South East Queensland, Quentin established the business with a commitment to quality and customer service – principles that have driven seven decades of growth and innovation. Today, Queensland Gaskets stands as a leading Australian manufacturer of high-quality gaskets, sealing materials and specialised applications supplying to a diverse range of industries, including defence, aerospace, mining, construction, rail, utilities and energy.

Do you have a digital estate plan?

Imagine waking up to find all your digital accounts and cloud-stored memories inaccessible. Now, picture your family or business facing this after you’re gone, struggling to piece together your digital life without guidance. This scenario is increasingly common, making digital estate planning essential. Proper management and transfer of your digital assets are crucial for your family's wellbeing and your business's continuity.

Meet Our Member: Quickmail

Founded in 1992 by Jean Paul Tedeschi, Quickmail is a family owned and operated Western Australian communications hub, offering services in fulfilment, distribution, mail and print. Together with their bespoke GetQuickmail.com software platform, Quickmail’s 3PL service stands as a robust fulfillment and distribution solution for e-commerce and other businesses. We spoke with the team at Quickmail to learn more about the family business, how they adapt to the changing market demands and their advice for other family businesses.

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