

Property Settlement After Separation in NSW: The Plain Language Guide (2026)
Sorting out finances after a breakup is a major life transition. From the family home in Pymble to superannuation and even the family pet, understanding how property is divided in 2026 is vital. This guide breaks down the four-step legal process used in NSW and explains how Surge Legal helps clients in Parramatta and the North Shore achieve a fair and equitable outcome.
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Who Gets the Pet in a Separation?
Who gets the dog after separation? Discover how new Australian family law rules help courts decide pet ownership disputes during property settlements.
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Filming a Stolen Car Joyride in NSW? s 154K “Post and Boast” Charges and Penalties
In NSW, “post and boast” laws mean your social media upload can do more than identify you — it can increase your legal exposure. Section 154K targets “performance crime”, where a person commits a motor theft or break-and-enter offence and then disseminates footage to advertise it. In plain terms: if you steal a car and film yourself for TikTok, Snapchat or Instagram, you may be handing police a clean brief of evidence — and facing a higher maximum penalty than you would have
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Lapsing Interim ADVOs in NSW
A lapsing ADVO is usually made for a set period (usually 6 months). If the defendant complies with all conditions and no breaches occur during that time, the police or the applicant will normally withdraw the application, and the court will dismiss the matter at the next mention.
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