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Bankruptcy numbers; bankruptcy reform
The numbers of personal insolvencies in 2025-2026 (13,465) have increased from those in 2024-25 (12,257) but they still remain low, compared with the 32,000 of 10 years ago. According to AFSA, three trends have driven …
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INSOLVENCY AND RELATED LAW AND POLICY, AND MORE
Michael Murray is an Australian researcher, author and commentator on corporate and personal insolvency law and related issues, in Australia and internationally. He has a strong law and policy background, is independent of any connections, and his views are his own. He gives no legal advice.
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