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MayRecent Supreme Court Decision confirms that an adjudication decision is void and of no effect where a valid “construction contract” does not exist. The recent case of GCB Constructions Pty Ltd v SEQ Formwork Pty Ltd & Ors [2023] QSC 71 (GCB v SEQ) considered the validity of an adjudicator’s decision in circumstances where it was determined […]
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FebIn 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[…]
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AprThe 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[…]
