The Christmas and New Year’s holidays are fast approaching. Unfortunately, contractual deadlines that fall on or around this time are often missed, which can result in a significant financial burden. Below we explain how construction industry legislation in Queensland deals with the Christmas and New Year’s holiday shutdown period (Christmas Shutdown Period) and we offer some simple […]
In Queensland, building contractors are required to comply with the Minimum Financial Requirements (MFRs), which are regulated by the QBCC. This week, Kirsty Stewart shares her top tips for contractors to ensure they comply with the MFRs and maintain a financially sustainable business: It is a condition of a building contractor’s licence that the licensee comply with[…]
The impact of COVID-19 is continuing to be felt by the construction industry with shortages in materials and skilled labour causing major disruption. The residential construction sector has been particularly hard-hit by these shortages, with some builders estimating wait periods of up to four (4) months for materials and labour necessary for works to commence. To assist[…]