The recent global pandemic has caused not only interruptions to our usual day to day but also disruptions to a wide range of industries. One of those industries in particular is building and construction. Government mandates…
Options available to subcontractors
Following an article in our most recent newsletter, Options for Subbies following the Pro-Build Collapse, we received a number of enquiries from clients seeking advice and assistance. One question that a number of them asked was…
Options for Subbies following the Pro-Build Collapse
The collapse of building giant Pro-Build last night (24 February 2022) has sent shockwaves through the building and construction industry not only in South-East Queensland but also further afield. It was widely reported in the media…
Enforcing adjudication decisions in Queensland under the Building Industry Fairness (Security of Payment) Act 2017 (Qld)
If a claimant makes a payment claim under the Building Industry Fairness (Security of Payment) Act 2017 (Qld), they have, upon receiving the respondent’s payment schedule or the expiration of the time available to the respondent…
Queensland Building Industry: Progress payments update
Chapter 3 of the Building Industry Fairness (Security of Payment) Act 2017 (Qld) was amended on 1 October 2020. The main changes are: Head contractors’ payment claims must be accompanied by a supporting statement declaring that…