A general rule of thumb is that you should review your Will every 3 to 5 years.

Certain major life events should always prompt you to review your Will to ensure that it is still valid and that it still suits your intentions. For example, you should review your Will if;

• An executor or beneficiary passes away
• Your family grows
• You would like to change your beneficiaries
• You have a new serious partner

The law in Australia is that unless you have a special clause in your Will, your Will is automatically revoked (ie cancelled) as soon as you get married or divorced.

Do not make handwritten changes to your Will- if changes are required, have it done properly by a trusted lawyer. If you make your changes, there could be serious and unintended consequences.