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?…
Delayed Site Possession: Who Carries the Cost of Waiting?
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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…
The Importance of Project Trust Accounts in QLD
Recently, a large developer was fined $150,000 for failing to comply with Queensland’s Project Trust Account framework…
Understanding Professional Indemnity Insurance: What You Need to Know
In the construction industry, where the consequences of professional advice and design decisions can be significant, Professional Indemnity (PI) Insurance provides essential protection…
Fitness for Purpose: Why Builders Need to Watch Their Design Liability
One of the most overlooked risks in D&C contracts is the fitness for purpose obligation…