by Charlotte | Oct 27, 2025 | Construction Contracts, Project Delivery, Protecting
In many construction contracts, the official start of works is tied to the “possession of site”. This is the point at which the builder gains the right to occupy and commence construction. But what happens when that handover doesn’t happen on time? Builders often...
by Charlotte | Oct 27, 2025 | Project Delivery, Protecting, Security of Payment
As the year draws to a close, the festive season often brings a rush of project completions, payment claims, and last-minute administration. But for those dealing with Security of Payment (SOP) matters, it’s important to remember that adjudication timeframes don’t...
by Charlotte | Oct 27, 2025 | Dispute Resolution, Project Delivery, Protecting
Failures Can a builder be held liable when a homeowner’s own design fails? In Allan v Renfay Projects Pty Ltd [2025] NSWDC 357, Newlinds SC DCJ gave a clear answer: statutory warranties under the Home Building Act 1989 (NSW) do not make builders guarantors of an...
by Charlotte | Oct 13, 2025 | Dispute Resolution, Project Delivery, Protecting
Indemnities are some of the most powerful, yet often overlooked, clauses in construction contracts. They look routine, but they can shift enormous amounts of risk onto the contractor, often without the contractor even realising it. Take a broad indemnity, for example....
by Charlotte | Oct 13, 2025 | Dispute Resolution, Project Delivery, Protecting, Security of Payment
Strict notice provisions are one of the most unforgiving features of construction contracts. Many contracts require contractors to give notice of delays, variations, or latent conditions within extremely tight timeframes (sometimes as little as 2 business days). The...
