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The newly introduced Property Developers Act 2024 (ACT) DevelopmentProperty & Projects
18 November, 2024

The newly introduced Property Developers Act 2024 (ACT)

Introduction The recent introduction of the Property Developers Act 2024 (ACT) (the Act) will change the landscape of residential property development in the Australian Capital Territory. This article provides an overview of the most pertinent provisions and legislative effect. Commencement of the Act The Act has a staggered commencement. Provisions…
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November Newsletter – Increased vigilance required in uncertain times Vincent YoungVY Newsletter
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November Newsletter – Increased vigilance required in uncertain times

NOVEMBER UPDATE Increased vigilance required in uncertain times 'Uncertainty' and talk of 'crisis' pervades the air. Inflation remains stubbornly high meaning high interest rates and increased costs of living. Elections in the US and an upcoming Australian federal election stymie reforms and makes it difficult for governments to respond. Geopolitical…
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Certifiers told to stay in their lane Development
7 November, 2024

Certifiers told to stay in their lane

What happens when a construction certificate is inconsistent with the development consent? The Cameron v Woollahra Municipal Council  NSWCA 216 (Cameron) ruling sets the legal landscape for certifiers and clarifies for developers and principal contractors alike whether a construction certificate is invalid if it differs substantially from a development consent. Background…
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Change To Duties Lodgement Rules Affecting Transaction Timeframes Property & Projects
26 September, 2024

Change To Duties Lodgement Rules Affecting Transaction Timeframes

Summary of change From 8 October 2024 (Effective Date), an agreement or contract for sale of land with a dutiable value of $20 million or more must be submitted directly to Revenue NSW via the eDuties portal for assessment. This change applies to both residential and non-residential property transactions lodged…
Victoria Caldwell
September Newsletter – VY’s annual Q&A Dinner – Construction in Crisis Vincent YoungVY Newsletter
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September Newsletter – VY’s annual Q&A Dinner – Construction in Crisis

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Victoria Caldwell
Impact of using “without prejudice” documents in an adjudication ConstructionSecurity of Payments
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Impact of using “without prejudice” documents in an adjudication

AM Darlinghurst Investment Pty Ltd as trustee for AM Darlinghurst Investment Trust v Growthbuilt Pty Limited NSWSC 825 In general, communications and documents marked as “without prejudice” cannot be used by the other party as evidence in court. This ensures that parties can speak openly about the matter in dispute…
Victoria Caldwell
VY meets state politicians Construction
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VY meets state politicians

Last week, our team had the privilege of meeting with The Hon Scott Farlow MLC and Mr Tim James MP to discuss the upcoming review by the Public Accountability and Works Committee of the Design and Building Practitioners Act 2020 and the Residential Apartment Buildings (Compliance and Enforcement) Act 2020.…
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Construction Law Basics: The Owners – Strata Plan 80867 v Da Silva [2024] NSWDC 263 Construction
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Construction Law Basics: The Owners – Strata Plan 80867 v Da Silva [2024] NSWDC 263

The judgment in The Owners – Strata Plan 80867 v Da Silva NSWDC 263 provides a fresh reminder of some basic concepts in construction law that every industry participant should know, namely, oral variations are not allowed under residential building contracts and claims under section 37 of the Design and…
Victoria Caldwell
Detailed Analysis of Recovering a Drawn-Down Bank Guarantee by the Security of Payment Act Construction
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Detailed Analysis of Recovering a Drawn-Down Bank Guarantee by the Security of Payment Act

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Victoria Caldwell