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Construction Payment Reforms in Victoria: Key Changes Coming in 2026
Victoria is set to align their Security of Payment laws with other jurisdictions, notably New South Wales, with the introduction of the Building Legislation Amendment…
Construction PI Insurance: Where the Gaps Lie Under the DBP Act
The New South Wales construction industry is facing a critical shift in liability and insurance requirements. Recent changes to the Design and Building Practitioners Act…
NSW Court of Appeal Confirms Security of Payment Act Trumps Contractual “Deeming” Clauses
A recent decision of the New South Wales Court of Appeal has delivered an important ruling for the construction industry…
Delayed Site Possession: Who Carries the Cost of Waiting?
In many construction contracts, the official start of works is tied to the “possession of site”. But what happens when that handover doesn’t happen on time?…
5 November 2025: The Key Date to Keep your Adjudication in Play Before Christmas List
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 necessarily stop for Christmas…
Builders Not Liable for Owners’ Design 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…
Broad Indemnities: Small Clauses, Big Risk
Indemnities are some of the most powerful, yet often overlooked, clauses in construction contracts…
Time Bars and Notice Traps: How Builders Lose Claims Without Even Trying
Strict notice provisions are one of the most unforgiving features of construction contracts…
The Impact of Delay and Disruption Claims on Project Delivery
Best Practices for Drafting Extension of Time (EOT) Clauses and Mitigating Disputes under AS4902 Contracts…
Verbal Variations: Don’t Let Informal Instructions Sink Your Claim
In the heat of a fast-paced project, it’s easy for variations to be agreed on the run—whether onsite, over the phone, or in a quick meeting…