Australia's Foreign Resident Capital Gains Withholding (FRCGW) regime, introduced in 2016, ensures that foreign investors meet their Australian tax obligations when disposing of certain taxable Australian property. Effective from 1 January 2025, significant amendments to this regime have been implemented, increasing compliance obligations and broadening the scope of transactions subject to withholding.
This article outlines the key changes, the policy rationale behind them, and practical considerations for affected businesses and individuals.

​Yes, a parent can leave a child out of their will due to estrangement, relationship breakdowns, or because another child has a greater need.

Nicola comes from a family with over 40 years' experience in personal injury law. She is a North Queensland local but has also lived and worked in Brisbane and London. Nicola completed a Bachelor of Commerce in Townsville at James Cook University and a Bachelor of Laws in Brisbane at Queensland University of Technology.

From everyone at Arthur Browne & Associates, we wish you and your family a very safe and happy Easter holidays.

Our office will close at 5pm Thursday 17 April 2025 for the Easter break and will re-open at 8.30am Tuesday 22 April 2025.
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 Enjoy your break!

​Two year ban on foreign investors purchasing established residential properties.
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On 16 February 2025, the Australian Government announced a significant policy shift aimed at improving housing affordability and accessibility for local buyers. Effective from 1 April 2025, a two-year ban will be imposed on foreign investors purchasing established residential properties in Australia, lasting until 31 March 2027. 

At Arthur Browne & Associates we are experienced in preparing and providing advice in relation to all estate planning matters including:

• Standard wills
• Wills creating testamentary trusts
• Enduring powers of attorney
• Advance health directives
• Corporate powers of attorney