Legislation
Building Industry Fairness (Security of Payment) Act 2017
Are you up to speed with the legislation changes in Queensland which apply from 17 December 2018? Read our briefing note that guides you through the changes and what you need to do to comply. Download briefing note This article is for general information purposes only...
The importance of a reference date
A recent decision in the High Court of Australia gives valuable guidance as to the importance of a reference date in regard to payment claims and the operation of post termination payment arrangements. On 21 December 2016, the High Court issued its decision in...
A Brief Overview of Adjudication Down Under
Adjudication: a method of dispute resolution intended to provide quick, sometimes rough, and temporarily binding justice to maintain cashflow in an industry well known for payment difficulties throughout the supply chain. Loved and hated in equal measure since its...
AS11000 – Training
Australian Standards will soon be issuing a new form of contract, AS11000, along with a suite of companion documents including subcontracts, explanatory notes and the like. Originally planned for release in November 2016, a further draft copy is expected to be issued...