Papua New Guinea’s Tax System for Australians

Navigating the Tax Landscape: A Guide to Understanding Papua New Guinea’s Tax System for Australians PNG tax system – an Australian perspective This guide aims to provide Australians with an in-depth understanding of the tax system in Papua New Guinea...

Changing the jurisdiction of a trust

An Australian trust exists under state law. So your trust may be under the laws of a state. E.g. New South Wales, Victoria, Northern Territory or any other state or territory. This is called the trust’s ‘jurisdiction’. Can you change the...

Amending a Testamentary Trust After the Will Maker Dies

  Amending a Testamentary Trust after the Will Maker Dies In Australia, the legality of altering a testamentary trust after the Will Maker’s death can be intricate. It’s essential for both Will Makers and potential beneficiaries to comprehend the...

What happens to my HECS Debt when I Die?

What happens to my HECS Debt when I Die? The executor of your Will lodges all outstanding tax returns. This is up to the date of your death. If the Notice of Assessment includes a compulsory HECS debt repayment, your Executor pays it out of your estate. Apart from...

Wills for blended families

When it comes to wills for blended families, there are two main approaches: 1. Leave everything to my second spouse You leave everything to their second spouse. Once both of you die, a portion of the inheritance goes to your family, and the remaining portion goes to...