The importance of knowing how your superannuation death benefits work. If in doubt, seek advice from a lawyer or a financial planner, be clear on what will happen in the event of death .... and regularly review your paperwork!

Struggling to come up with budget friendly meals? Check this out!

So often this is the case, there are two sides to the story, and both can be accurate, it just depends on your perspective. Often our job is to find the middle ground.

Did you know that Super SA Triple S members can now make a binding nomination for their Estate to receive their superannuation benefits upon death? This option did not previously exist - and benefits went straight to spouse. This is useful news - especially for those in blended families, wanting to make provision for children of a prior marriage/relationship. Come in and see us for more information about estate planning. More info here http://www.supersa.sa.gov.au/files/1828_asfs24_feb_2017.pdf?cache=681

Useful information for Centrelink clients

Looking for a new opportunity in 2017? An opportunity exists for a self-motivated and enthusiastic office administrative assistant within our office. Must have strong written and verbal communication skills, computer literacy and a demonstrated ability to deal with confidential information. Hours to be negotiated. Salary commensurate with skills and experience. Please email sgraham@spencergulflaw.com.au for more information

Due to lack of power and associated services, our office will be closed on Thursday 29 September, aiming to re-open on Friday 30 September. Stay safe.

Is your will up to date? There's only one thing worse than procrastinating over what to put in your will, and that's dying without one. We can assist with all of your estate planning needs, including helping you to ensure your estate is distributed in the manner you intend. Don't forget our 10% discount for Seniors. Please call 8641 0666 for more information.

Came across this App - 'Shared Care' for shared parenting arrangements ... I'm wondering if it might also come in handy for FIFO/shift work families!

Part of the role of the Law Society's Country Practitioner's Committee is to raise awareness with the Law Society, as to legal issues relevant to country citizens, particularly where the country citizen is somehow disadvantaged by the legal process. As a member of that Committee I have been asked to comment on any negative aspects of the Fines Recovery Unit's centralisation to Adelaide. Once upon a time if you had a court fine you could go into the local court registry to make payment arrangements. Now this process is conducted centrally through a call centre in Adelaide. Does anyone have any thoughts/experiences on how this process might have particularly adverse or negative effects upon country residents? Please feel free to comment below.

This one's borrowed from the 'Our House' page. It seems appropriate in light of the positive community response to their recent hardship.