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State Legislative Developments
At present, Queensland and the Australian Capital Territory do not have legislation permitting specialist conveyancers from operating autonomously. The Australian Institute of Conveyancers is pursuing discussions with the Queensland Government on this matter.
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E-conveyancing
Australian Institute of Conveyancers Past President Jill Ludwell (of Victoria) has joined the National Electronic Conveyancing Steering Committee. The work of that committee will be to facilitate the introduction of electronic conveyancing within Australia. A national approach is required for economic reasons and because of the national character of the banks.
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Call to Protect Buyers
Poor legislation is putting buyers of property at serious risk. That is the view of the National Council of the Australian Institute of Conveyancers, the peak professional body for specialist conveyancers in Australia.
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