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24.01.2022 As conveyancers across NSW find themselves subject to random eConveyancing audits, we help explore some of the issues and what you can do to avoid them. https://www.aicnsw.com.au/how-to-achieve-compliance-in-an-/

23.01.2022 In 2020, AICNSW is pleased to support business members and their clients with the launch of a new online learning module, Cyber Risk for Conveyancers which has been made available to all business owner members as part of their Risk Assessment for renewal of Professional Indemnity Insurance. It is also now available for conveyancing practice employees and any of your referral partners. Cyber threats can affect every small business. Just visit AICNSW’s website here https://www.pointsbuild.com.au/aicnsw/online-courses. We are appreciative to the support by PEXA to the AICNSW in offering this important risk training tool to our Business Members.

23.01.2022 Have you listened to our latest podcast episode? Margaret Colyer chatted with Jemma Doley a Registered Psychologist on looking after yourself during a pandemic. Listen now below. Don't forget to subscribe/follow so you never miss an episode! https://lnkd.in/dpby9ST

22.01.2022 UPDATE: New electronic dealings delayed Further to last week's item about new electronic dealings expected to become available from 9 November, the Office of the Registrar General has advised that the deployment of the upcoming PEXA platform release, including the twenty-four new residual documents, will be delayed. We will advise as soon as we become aware of the rescheduled date.

21.01.2022 Update: Land Tax Relief date extended The date to submit an application for reduction of land tax has been extended until 31 December 2020. A landlord who has reduced their tenant’s rent due to COVID-19 for any period between 1 April 2020 and 30 September 2020 may be eligible. To find out more read below.

20.01.2022 Great news that Colin Turnell, turtle to those in the know, has celebrated with his team at Endeavour Conveyancing the elevation to the status of Life Member of AICNSW. At a lunch hosted by AICNSW President Cheryl Alt, Colin was acknowledged for his significant contribution to the development of the conveyancing profession in NSW since the Conveyancers Licensing Act was first passed helping to foster and build a strong profession. Since establishing Endeavour Conveyancing in... 1990, Colin as the first Licensed conveyancer in the Sutherland Shire, has built the business to a point where his team now share in the success and the Endeavour name is one of Engadine’s most established businesses. Colin acknowledged the great support he has from his team including Julie West, Jennine Freer, Kerri-Anne Williams and Aristea Gianissis. Cols, retirement plan advice is building an acceptable work/life balance and having a great team around you.

19.01.2022 Join us next Thursday (6th of August) for our Cyber Risk webinar. In this session Simon Herbert- Lowe will cover the different covers provided by the PII and foundational cyber policies. The session show how these operate together to provide members with enhanced protection from cyber risk, which is different in nature to other professional risks. The webinar will also look at different types of cyber events including funds transfer frauds, email hacking and ransomware, and explain which policy will support you in each case and what you should do if you’re impacted. Register today to secure your place. https://register.aicnsw.com.au/ccms.r

18.01.2022 Don’t miss out on our Cyber Risk webinar this Thursday. With the recent launch of AICNSW’s foundational cyber policy for members, you might be wondering how different insurance policies respond to cyber events. In this session we’ll look at the different covers provided by the PII and foundational cyber policies, and how they operate together to provide members with enhanced protection from cyber risk, which is different in nature to other professional ...risks. We’ll look at different types of cyber events including funds transfer frauds, email hacking and ransomware, and explain which policy will support you in each case and what you should do if you’re impacted. Registrations close tomorrow at 5pm. Don’t miss out! https://register.aicnsw.com.au/ccms.r

17.01.2022 This article considers two cases relating to claims brought against property lawyers one in the Supreme Court of Queensland and one in the Civil and Administrative Tribunal of New South Wales. There are four key issues which, had they been adequately addressed, might have resulted in the avoidance of the claims. This one is a must read. https://www.aicnsw.com.au/recent-authorities-on-risk-manag/

16.01.2022 The next round of Best Practice Group meetings will again be held via Zoom on the following dates. Hills District 8am - 9am, TOMORROW Tuesday 25 August Eastern Suburbs 6pm - 7pm, TOMORROW Tuesday 25 August Liverpool 8am - 9am, Thursday 27 August... Central Coast 6pm - 7pm, Thursday 27 August St George 8am - 9am, Thursday 3 September Northern Beaches 6pm - 7pm, Thursday 3 September To assist in managing the meeting we have set up registration for each and these can be reached on our Events Registration page below: https://lnkd.in/ezhmpPm As these will be Zoom meetings, invitations to attend are extended to any AICNSW member so feel free to come and meet some colleagues from other parts of NSW.

16.01.2022 ARNECC has advised that it has reassessed its proposed amendments to the VOI regime given the coronavirus pandemic, which should enable remote VOI to continue to take place. https://www.theadviser.com.au//40384-voi-rule-changes-post

15.01.2022 Join us on the 25th of July for our Education Day Webcast. This month we will be covering a range of topics and hearing from 3 speakers: - Peter Moran a Senior partner in the insurance division at Colin Biggers & Paisley. - Amanda Farmer is a strata specialist and the face behind Strata for You website - Garry Newton is a partner at WHL Ebsworth and a recognised Property Law specialist... To sign up head to our website https://register.aicnsw.com.au/ccms.r

15.01.2022 Register for the 2020 Annual General Meeting which will be held via Zoom. The meeting will take place at 7pm on Monday 12th October. Click here to register https://bit.ly/33MxmJG Be quick - you only have until 9th October to register. ... See you there!

14.01.2022 Don't forget to join us tomorrow for this month's Education Day Webcast. Tomorrow we will be covering a range of topics and hearing from 3 speakers: - Peter Morgan is a Senior partner in the insurance division at Colin Biggers & Paisley. - Amanda Farmer is a strata specialist and the face behind Strata for You website - Garry Newton is a partner at WHL Ebsworth and a recognised Property Law specialist... Click below to sign up. https://register.aicnsw.com.au/coresoftcloud001/ccms.r

14.01.2022 Have you signed up for our October Webinar? The session will cover stamp duty and conveyancing - tricks, traps and practical insights. Register below: https://register.aicnsw.com.au/ccms.r... See you there!

13.01.2022 Draft MOR and MPR version 6.1 consultation closing soon A reminder that the ARNECC consultation period for Version 6.1 of the Model Operating Requirements (MOR) and the Model Participation Rules (MPR) ends 6 November 2020. Members not wishing to make a formal submission can send any comments to [email protected]... For more information head to the below link: https://www.registrargeneral.nsw.gov.au//arnecc-model-oper

10.01.2022 Revenue NSW has made changes to all Landholder Acquisition Statements, Corporate Reconstruction and Corporate Consolidation forms. The new forms MUST be used when submitting these transactions with Revenue NSW for relevant acquisitions made in a Landholder on or after 24 June 2020. Read more below:... https://lnkd.in/g_Zv6X5 See more

10.01.2022 The Government has announced a range of measures to help commercial renters during COVID-19. These include a temporary hold on evictions as well as a mandatory code of conduct for commercial tenancies to support small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) affected by coronavirus. http://ow.ly/qRhl50zZoWz

10.01.2022 UPDATE: Code of Conduct for short-term rental accommodation starts 18 December The new Code of Conduct for short-term rental accommodation starts on 18 December 2020. The Code seeks to better manage and address anti-social behaviour, amenity impacts and other issues experienced by neighbours and communities, The Code affects all participants, including hosts, guests, letting agents and booking platforms. Read more below:... https://www.fairtrading.nsw.gov.au//changes-to-short-term-

09.01.2022 Have you registered yet for our November Webinar? Join us on the 25th of November at 1pm. Our session will cover online creation and execution of property sale contracts. Register below: https://bit.ly/32CJvkG

08.01.2022 Staying great in times of COVID19 It was great to catch up with Jemma Doley for a chat last week. Jemma is a Positive Psychologist, Mediator and media commentator on many aspects of our mental wellbeing. Jemma has supported AICNSW members at many of our education days on aspects of positive psychology including mindfulness, resilience, coping behaviours etc. In these challenging times, Jemma has also added to her repertoire of free resources by producing a range of YouTube vi...deos on themes including Health, Productivity, Positive Psychology and even great workouts. Great news is that Jemma is also currently in high demand with many media interviews over the past few weeks discussing the issue of managing our weight and spirits in COVID times. I am sure that Jemma has a video clip just for you, go and check out her channel https://www.youtube.com/poptherapy

08.01.2022 AICNSW members are reminded that membership renewal closes at COB 26th June (tomorrow). After that date access to all membership benefits will be closed. So, to avoid disappointment and continue to receive your weekly NewsAlert, access the Helpline, attend AICNSW member education events and participate in AICNSW activities please ensure you are not disappointed and ensure your renewal is processed by tomorrow. If you run into any issues please contact our friendly team who will assist you.

07.01.2022 Our September Webinar registrations are now open. Join us on the 24th of September at 1pm to hear Julie Walsh cover 12 things every conveyancer should know about planning law. Register below: https://lnkd.in/g6Nitv9... See you there!

06.01.2022 Occupation Certificate Audits can help drive behavioural change: NSW Building Commissioner Corrs Chambers Westgarth (CCW) recently hosted a briefing session in which NSW Building Commissioner, David Chandler OAM spoke with financiers about how the the Occupation Certificate Audits process will work and encouraged the audience to require borrowers to produce the results of an OC Inspection as part of their lending obligations. An article by CCW with a useful overview of the me...eting can be found on Mondaq below: https://www.mondaq.com//occupation-certificate-audits-can-

02.01.2022 Revenue NSW has advised that its website calculators are scheduled to be updated from 31 August 2020. In the meantime, an alert message has been placed on the FHBAS calculator. While Revenue NSW and Client Service Provider (CSP) systems are being developed, an interim application process has been outlined in the latest EDR update. Access from the below link: https://www.revenue.nsw.gov.au/electronic-du//august-2020 ... Revenue NSW is continuing to work with Client Service Providers (CSPs) in delivering necessary system changes. Based on current schedules, they are aiming for CSP systems to be ready mid-September for processing all FHBAS applications.

01.01.2022 Query Guidance Note #7 | Guidance for e-settlement subscribers and their instructing practitioners ARNECC has published Guidance Query #7 which explains the application of the Model Participation Rules where an e-settlement subscriber is engaged regarding: - verification of identity, -proper completion of a Client Authorisation,... -verification of right to deal, - certifications, - retention of evidence, and - compliance examinations NB: The note aligns with the current Version 5 of the Model Participation Rules Read more below: https://www.arnecc.gov.au//mpr-guidance-query-e-settlement

01.01.2022 More changes are coming for the default insurance cover of young super fund members and members with low super balances under new laws passed by the Federal Parliament in September 2019. https://www.aicnsw.com.au/more-changes-for-insurance-in-su/