The various judicial formulations of the 'genuine dispute' test under s 459H — 'plausible contention requiring investigation' (Eyota), 'real and not spurious, hypothetical, illusory or misconceived' (Spencer Constructions), and 'perception of genuineness' (Re Morris Catering) — are consistent with each other and do not conflict. The court on an application to set aside a statutory demand will not embark on an extended inquiry into the merits or credit of witnesses.
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