Kristina Marchetti
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Kristina Marchetti leads operations and knowledge curation at TradeForm. She reviews and signs off on knowledge-base entries across business operations, marketing, contracts, and project management topics.
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135 entries
Defects liability period in NSW
In NSW the contractual defects liability period (often around 12 months) is separate from the statutory warranties under the Home Building Act 1989, which run six years for a major defect or two
Labour Hire vs Subcontractor in Residential Construction
How residential builders should classify workers between labour hire and subcontractor arrangements, plus the PAYG, super and workers compensation outcomes that follow each choice.
Subcontractor licence requirements in NSW: how the contractor licence framework applies to subcontract work
Why there is no separate "subcontractor" licence in NSW, when a subcontractor needs a contractor licence under the Home Building Act 1989, the $5,000 threshold for general building work, the
Public liability insurance for NSW residential builders
What public liability insurance covers for NSW residential builders, the typical $10 million and $20 million per-claim limits, what is excluded (workers, works under construction, defective
How to choose a standard residential building contract in NSW
A practical guide for NSW residential builders on choosing between HIA, Master Builders and bespoke contracts, covering the mandatory terms imposed by the Home Building Act 1989 and the five
Contract works (builders all-risks) insurance for NSW residential builders
What contract works insurance covers for NSW residential builders, why it sits separately from HBCF and public liability, standard exclusions including defective workmanship and existing
NSW waterproofing rectification claims process for homeowners
NSW homeowner with a leak has three paths. Fair Trading then NCAT then HBCF if the builder is gone. Home Building Act 1989 sets 6 year and 2 year warranty windows.
Concrete pump operation on residential sites in Australia
How concrete pump operators, AS 2550 plant rules and remote stop devices apply to residential pours in Australia under the model WHS Regulations.
Residential Builder Website Essentials for Australia
The pages, trust signals and disclosures every AU residential builder website needs to win enquiries, including ABN and business name display, Spam Act compliant lead forms and a contact path that converts.
Fair Work disputes in residential construction (Australia)
How Fair Work Commission disputes work for residential builders in Australia. Underpayment, unfair dismissal and general protections claims under the Fair Work Act 2009.
Cooling-off rights for WA home building contracts
Western Australia has no statutory cooling-off period for home building contracts. The Home Building Contracts Act 1991 (WA) does not provide a statutory rescission window. How that compares
Design and Building Practitioners Act 2020 (NSW): registration, declarations and the statutory duty of care
How the Design and Building Practitioners Act 2020 regulates Class 2 residential building work in NSW. Registered practitioner categories, regulated designs and compliance declarations under
Waterproofing defects in Western Australian residential builds
WA waterproofing failures sit under the Home Building Contracts Act 1991 and the Building Services Act 2011. Defect categories and audit checkpoints for builders.
Plumbing Licence WA: Plumbers Licensing Board, Tradesperson and Contractor Licences
How plumbing work is licensed in Western Australia under the Plumbers Licensing Act 1995, including the five licence types issued by the Plumbers Licensing Board.
Confined space work on residential construction sites in Australia
When residential builders trigger confined space duties under the model WHS Regulations, including AS 2865, entry permits and rescue planning.
National Construction Code compliance for NSW residential builders
How the National Construction Code applies to NSW residential building work. NCC Volume Two for Class 1 and Class 10 buildings, the ABCB Housing Provisions as the working DTS document, the two
Development approvals for NSW residential building work: DAs, CDCs and exempt development
The three approval pathways under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 (NSW): development application (DA), complying development certificate (CDC) and exempt development. Which
Plumbing Licence Northern Territory: PDLB and Licensing Rules
How plumbing licensing works in the NT under the Plumbers and Drainers Licensing Board and the Water Supply and Sewerage Services Act 2000.
Cooling-off rights for NSW residential building contracts
The 5 clear business day cooling-off period under section 7BA of the Home Building Act 1989, when it applies (over $20,000 incl GST), how rescission works, refund obligations, and the extended
Material Storage and Protection on Residential Sites in Australia
How residential builders in Australia should store and protect materials on site. Weather protection, theft prevention, AS 1170 wind loading rules and the contract clauses that decide who pays when materials are damaged.
Forklift Licence Rules on Residential Sites
Forklift work on a residential site is high risk work. Here is what the LF licence requires, when delivery drivers need one and how AS 2359 fits in.
CRM Systems for Residential Builders in Australia
How AU residential builders choose a CRM that handles enquiries through to contract signing, integrates with quoting and scheduling tools, and meets the Privacy Act data retention and Notifiable Data Breach obligations.
Owner-builder permits in NSW: when required, who qualifies, and what an owner-builder can do
When NSW owners need an owner-builder permit, eligibility under section 31 of the Home Building Act 1989, training requirements, what the permit does and does not authorise, and the disclosure
Strata building bonds in NSW: the 2% bond and defect inspection scheme
How NSW Class 2 residential strata buildings above three storeys are covered by the Strata Building Bond and Inspections Scheme under Part 11 of the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015. Bond
Residential Construction Site Security in Australia
A practical guide to securing a residential construction site in Australia. Fence types, CCTV laws, council requirements, insurance implications and the WHS duties that apply to unattended sites.
Waterproofing defects in Victorian residential builds
How Victoria handles waterproofing failures under the Domestic Building Contracts Act, the 10-year limitation in the Building Act 1993, and what auditors check on site.
Variations to QLD residential building contracts
How variations to regulated residential building contracts in Queensland must be documented under Schedule 1B of the QBCC Act 1991. Written and signed, identifying the work, price impact and
Practical completion and handover for NSW residential building work
How completion is defined under section 3B of the Home Building Act 1989, the four statutory presumption dates, why practical completion triggers final payment plus the statutory warranty clock
Termite management under AS 3660 for Australian residential builds
AS 3660.1 covers termite management for new construction. The standard splits barriers into chemical and physical and into whole of building or perimeter only systems.
Defect Rectification Process NSW: Step by Step
How a NSW homeowner moves a residential building defect from discovery to rectification. Covers written notice to the builder, the reasonable opportunity rule under Home Building Act s 18BA,
Crane hire on residential construction sites in Australia
Mobile crane and dogger licensing duties for residential builders in Australia, covering AS 1418, high risk work licences and PCBU hire obligations.
Supervision on Residential Construction Sites
What leading hand and site supervisor roles legally mean on Australian residential builds, the WHS duty of care, licensing across states and what good supervision looks like.
Builder licence classes in Queensland
How the Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC) licenses residential builders under the QBCC Act 1991. The $3,300 threshold for regulated work, the Builder licence categories
Site induction for residential construction (Australia)
Two-step induction for Australian residential building sites. White Card (CPCWHS1001) as the prerequisite then a site-specific induction with documented sign-off and records.
Statutory warranties and builder registration in Western Australia
The intersecting WA statutory regimes for residential building. Implied warranties under section 12 of the Home Building Contracts Act 1991 (WA), the Building Services (Registration) Act 2011
Unfair dismissal for residential builders (Australia)
Unfair dismissal rules for Australian residential builders under Part 3-2 of the Fair Work Act 2009. Minimum employment period, the 21 day filing window and the Small Business Fair Dismissal Code.
QBCC Home Warranty Insurance Scheme in Queensland
How the Queensland Home Warranty Insurance Scheme protects homeowners against builder non-completion and defective work. The $3,300 threshold (the lowest in Australia), QBCC as the sole
Statutory warranties under the Domestic Building Contracts Act 1995 (VIC)
The six implied warranties in every Victorian domestic building contract under section 8 of the Domestic Building Contracts Act 1995. Non-excludable under section 10, run with the land under
Hot work on residential construction sites in Australia
Hot work duties for residential builders in Australia, including permit systems, fire watcher arrangements and the role of AS 1674.1 in safe welding.
Lead Magnets for Residential Builders in Australia
The three lead magnet formats AU residential builders rely on, free quote requests, paid builder consultations and spec home downloads, with the consumer expectations and Spam Act rules attached.
Drug and alcohol policies for residential builders (Australia)
What a compliant drug and alcohol policy contains for an Australian residential builder. Cut-offs, testing methods, refusal consequences and worker consultation under the WHS Act.
The private certifier role and conflicts of interest
Private certifiers approve and inspect building work in NSW, VIC and QLD. Each state imposes strict conflict of interest rules that prevent the certifier from inspecting their own design work,
Drug and alcohol testing on residential construction sites (Australia)
When drug and alcohol testing is lawful on Australian residential construction sites. AS/NZS 4308, AS/NZS 4760, informed consent and the WHS duty to manage impairment risk.
White Card for Residential Construction Sites
Every worker on a residential construction site in Australia needs a White Card. Here is what the General Construction Induction card covers and how to get one.
Practical completion and occupancy permits for VIC residential building work
How Victorian builders manage practical completion and the occupancy permit. The contract defines practical completion in Victoria (unlike NSW which has a statutory definition under HBA section
When the builder becomes bankrupt: what happens to the contract the site and the homeowner claim
Bankruptcy of a sole trader residential builder triggers the Bankruptcy Act 1966 process. A trustee is appointed. The homeowner becomes an unsecured creditor for unsecured amounts but statutory
Display homes for residential builders in Australia
How AU display homes work commercially and legally. Difference between sale of land and building contracts, leasebacks, buyer expectations and ACL disclosure traps.
Workers compensation insurance for NSW residential builders
Why NSW residential builders need workers compensation cover, who counts as a worker (including deemed workers), how the SIRA Worker or Contractor Tool resolves subcontractor classification,
Section 137B owner-builder resale rules in Victoria
Section 137B of the Building Act 1993 stops an owner-builder selling within 6.5 years of completion unless they supply a Domestic Building Report, the warranty and DBI.
WHS principal contractor obligations on NSW residential building sites
When NSW residential builders carry principal contractor duties under the Work Health and Safety Regulation 2017. The $250,000 project threshold, the written WHS management plan under regulation
Statutory warranties under the Home Building Act 1989 (NSW)
Statutory warranties under the Home Building Act 1989 (NSW) protect homeowners for 6 years on major defects and 2 years on other defects. They are implied in every residential building contract,
Waste Management on Residential Construction Sites in Australia
Construction and demolition waste rules for Australian residential builders. Segregation, bin schedules, council compliance and EPA reporting requirements for builds across the country.
Roof flashing waterproofing in Australian residential construction
Roof flashings fail at penetrations wall abutments valleys and end caps. AS 1562 and NCC Volume Two Part H2 set the rules for Australian residential roofs.
Workers Compensation for Residential Builders in Victoria
WorkSafe Victoria WorkCover insurance requirements for residential builders, how premiums are calculated, what counts as rateable remuneration and the contractor inclusion rules.
Progress payment rules under the Home Building Act 1989 (NSW): section 8A
For NSW residential building work over $20,000, section 8A of the Home Building Act 1989 limits progress payments to milestone, claim-by-claim or regulation-authorised bases, with the deposit
Builder licence classes in NSW
In NSW, residential building and trade work over $5,000 needs a licence under the Home Building Act 1989 and Home Building Regulation 2014. Licences run from contractor licences and qualified
Progress Photography and Documentation for Residential Builders in Australia
A practical photography and documentation system for Australian residential builders. What to capture, how often, where to store it, and how courts and tribunals weigh up photo evidence in disputes.
Cooling-off rights for QLD residential building contracts
The 5 business day cooling-off right for regulated residential building contracts in Queensland under Schedule 1B of the QBCC Act 1991. When the right applies, how rescission works, refund
Enterprise agreements for residential builders: BOOT, FWC approval and agreement types
How residential builders can make a single-enterprise or multi-enterprise agreement under the Fair Work Act. BOOT, bargaining steps, FWC approval and what changed in 2023 and 2024.
QCAT building disputes in Queensland: jurisdiction and the QBCC referral pathway
How the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal handles residential building disputes. The QBCC complaints pathway typically precedes QCAT, the QCAT Act 2009 establishes Tribunal
SACAT and the South Australian building dispute pathway
SACAT reviews licensing and disciplinary decisions for South Australian building contractors but does not hear most owner-builder disputes. Money claims under residential contracts go to the
Superannuation Obligations for Residential Builders
The 12% super guarantee rate, contractors caught by s 12(3) SGAA, quarterly deadlines and the Payday Super shift from 1 July 2026.
Labour hire licensing Queensland: OIR scheme under the 2017 Act
Queensland labour hire licensing under the 2017 Act. How the fit and proper person test, six-month reporting and host duties apply to residential builders.
Union right of entry on residential construction sites in Australia
How union right of entry works on residential construction sites. Fair Work Act Part 3-4 entry notices, WHS entry, permit checks and what builders must and must not do.
Portable Long Service Leave for Construction Workers
Every state runs a portable long service leave scheme for construction. Levy rates, registration duties and how the scheme works across CoINVEST, QLeave and others.
Quoting for residential builders in Australia
What a residential build quote must include in AU, the omissions that cost builders later, and time-to-quote benchmarks for project, KDR and custom work. Plus the price-display rules that turn a
Balcony and deck waterproofing in Australian residential builds
Balcony and deck membranes are the highest risk waterproofing element in residential builds across Australia. Construction details, NCC pathway and audit points.
Defects liability period in Victoria
How Victoria sets the defects exposure window for residential building work. Section 8 implied warranties under the Domestic Building Contracts Act 1995 backed by the single 10-year limitation
Variations to VIC residential building contracts: written and signed under DBCA section 38
How variations to Victorian major domestic building contracts must be documented under section 38 of the Domestic Building Contracts Act 1995. The written-and-signed rule, the cost-estimate
AS 3740 wet area waterproofing compliance
AS 3740-2021 sets the deemed to satisfy requirements for wet area waterproofing in Australian houses. Falls, upstands, penetrations, bond breakers and what audits check.
Family and Domestic Violence Leave for Residential Builders
How the 10 day paid family and domestic violence leave entitlement applies on a residential build, confidentiality duties and what a compliant policy needs to cover.
BIF Act security of payment for Queensland builders
How the Building Industry Fairness (Security of Payment) Act 2017 (Qld) gives builders, subcontractors and suppliers a statutory right to be paid. Payment claims, payment schedules within 15
Home Building Compensation Fund insurance: when NSW residential builders must hold cover
What HBCF insurance is, when NSW residential builders are required to hold it under section 92 of the Home Building Act 1989, the two-step eligibility plus certificate-of-insurance process
Condensation management under NCC 2022 for Australian residential builds
NCC 2022 Volume Two Part F8 sets new condensation rules. Vapour permeable wall wraps in cooler climate zones. Pliable membrane class governs the choice.
Plumbing and Drainage Licence ACT: Access Canberra Classes
How plumbing and drainage licensing works in the ACT under the Construction Occupations (Licensing) Act 2004. Issued by Access Canberra.
Defects liability in Western Australia
How Western Australia sets the defects exposure window for residential building work. Implied statutory warranties under the Home Building Contracts Act 1991 (WA), the 6-year general limitation
Mandatory critical stage inspections in NSW
NSW law requires a registered certifier to attend prescribed critical stage inspections during construction of Class 1 and 10 buildings. Missing a stage or signing it off late is the most common
Testimonials and reviews for residential builders in Australia
How AU residential builders should collect, display and respond to reviews under the ACL. Fake review bans, ACCC incentive disclosure, Google and Product Review tactics, and verified review pipelines.
Google Business Profile for Residential Builders in Australia
How AU residential builders configure a Google Business Profile that ranks in local results, including category selection, service area limits, photos and a review workflow that complies with the Australian Consumer Law.
Construction Certificate vs Occupation Certificate in NSW
In NSW a Construction Certificate (CC) authorises building work to start under the EP&A Act 1979. An Occupation Certificate (OC) authorises occupation when work is complete. They are issued by a
High Risk Work Licences on Residential Sites
High risk work licences cover cranes, forklifts, scaffolding and other tickets a residential site needs. Here are the classes, the rules and the renewal cycle.
Fatigue Management on Residential Construction Sites
Fatigue is a WHS risk a residential builder must manage. Here is what the model Code of Practice covers and the controls that work on a residential site.
QLD residential energy efficiency under QDC 4.1 and NCC 2022
Queensland adopted NCC 2022 residential energy efficiency on 1 May 2024 through QDC 4.1. New houses need a 7 star NatHERS shell rating and a Whole of Home score.
Site fencing and public safety on residential sites in Australia
Temporary site fencing duties for residential builders in Australia, covering AS 4687 Class A and Class B fencing and public safety on unattended sites.
Labour hire licensing Victoria: VLHA registration under the 2018 Act
Who needs a Victorian labour hire licence, how the Labour Hire Authority assesses applications and what happens if you use an unlicensed provider on a residential build.
Builder registration classes in Victoria
How the Victorian Building Authority (VBA, now Building and Plumbing Commission from 1 July 2025) registers building practitioners under Part 11 of the Building Act 1993. The $10,000 threshold
Site Establishment for Residential Builders in Australia
Site establishment is the first physical job on a residential build and the moment your duty of care under WHS law switches on. Fencing, signage, amenities and council approvals all sit here.
ACL Section 18: Misleading Conduct in Builder Marketing (AU)
Section 18 of the Australian Consumer Law bans misleading or deceptive conduct in trade. For AU residential builders that covers ads, websites, sales scripts and brochures.
Cooling off on major VIC building contracts: section 34 mechanics in detail
A deep dive into the five clear business day cooling off period under section 34 of the Domestic Building Contracts Act 1995 (Vic). Major vs minor threshold, the notice and refund mechanics.
Waterproofing defects in NSW residential builds
How NSW classifies waterproofing failures, the 6-year major defect warranty under the Home Building Act 1989, and where auditors find risk in wet area construction.
Workplace Bullying on Residential Construction Sites
How Part 6-4B of the Fair Work Act lets a worker apply to the Fair Work Commission for orders to stop bullying, what counts as bullying and how it differs from unfair dismissal.
Pre apprenticeship training pathways into construction
Pre apprenticeship qualifications like Certificate I in Construction and Certificate II in Construction Pathways give school leavers and career changers a structured route into a residential trade apprenticeship.
Mandatory inspection stages in Victoria
A building permit issued in VIC under the Building Act 1993 sets out the mandatory notification stages. The relevant building surveyor must inspect each prescribed stage before work proceeds.
Mental Health on Residential Construction Sites
How Australian residential builders meet the WHS duty to manage psychosocial hazards, the 1 April 2023 model regulation change and what good practice looks like on site.
Lead generation for residential builders in Australia
How AU residential builders actually fill the pipeline. Channel mix across referrals, paid, partnerships and display walk-ins, with CAC ranges, conversion benchmarks and ACL traps.
Discrimination Law on Residential Construction Sites
A residential builders guide to the four federal discrimination Acts, reasonable adjustments, who enforces the law and how it intersects with Fair Work general protections.
Competency based progression for residential trade apprentices
Competency based progression lets a residential apprentice move to the next pay stage and finish the apprenticeship when assessed competencies are met instead of waiting out fixed time periods.
Builder Website Disclosures Required Under the ACL
What an AU residential builder must disclose on its website to comply with the ACL. Covers ABN, licence, pricing, testimonials and review rules.
Defects liability in Queensland: QBCC Act Schedule 1B warranties and time limits
How Queensland sets the defects exposure window for residential building work. Seven statutory warranties under Schedule 1B of the Queensland Building and Construction Commission Act 1991, the
Workers Compensation for Residential Builders in WA
How WorkCover WA's scheme works for residential builders. Insurance duty, premium setting and the 2023 Act that commenced 1 July 2024.
QLD MFR categories SC1 to Cat 7: revenue and NTA
QBCC contractor licensees sit in one of nine financial categories. Each sets a maximum annual revenue cap and a minimum NTA position. Categories run from SC1 to Cat 7.
Shower recess waterproofing failures in Australian homes
The shower is the most failure-prone wet area in Australian residential building. Eight defect categories, the AS 3740 falls and upstand rules and audit checkpoints.
Plumbing Licence Tasmania: CBOS Classes and Requirements
How plumbing licensing works in TAS under the Occupational Licensing Act 2005. Practitioner, Certifier and Contractor classes through CBOS.
Apprentice Pay Rates Under MA000020 for Residential Construction
How to pay first-year through fourth-year apprentices on residential building sites under the Building and Construction General On-site Award, plus school-based and adult apprentice variations.
Quote and Estimating Software for Residential Builders in Australia
How AU residential builders pick quoting and estimating software that produces accurate take offs, hands clean numbers to the building contract and satisfies the statutory deposit and disclosure rules in VIC and NSW.
Waterproofing defects in Queensland residential builds
QBCC Act Schedule 1B treats most waterproofing failures as structural with a 6-year warranty. What QLD builders carry and where audits find risk.
Plumbing Licence SA: Worker Registration and Contractor Licence Through CBS
How South Australia licenses plumbing work under the Plumbers, Gas Fitters and Electricians Act 1995, including the split between worker registration and contractor licence.
Electrical Licences in Australia: State Comparison and AS/NZS 3000
How residential electrical licensing works across Australian states and territories, AS/NZS 3000 Wiring Rules and restricted electrical licences.
VCAT building disputes in Victoria: jurisdiction, DBDRV referral and time limits
How the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal handles domestic building disputes. The mandatory Domestic Building Dispute Resolution Victoria (DBDRV) conciliation step and Certificate of
Sales Process for Residential Builders in Australia
A practical map of the residential builder sales process in Australia from first contact to handover. Covers lead intake, site visits, quoting, deposit, contract and CRM hygiene.
Building permit in VIC vs construction certificate elsewhere
Victoria uses a building permit issued under the Building Act 1993 to authorise construction. The equivalent NSW document is the Construction Certificate. The VIC permit and the NSW CC look
Variations to NSW residential building contracts: written and signed under the Home Building Act 1989
How variations to NSW residential building contracts must be documented under section 7E and Schedule 2 of the Home Building Act 1989. The written-and-signed rule, what a compliant variation
Domestic Building Insurance (DBI) in Victoria: when residential builders must hold cover
The $16,000 threshold under Building Act 1993 (Vic) for mandatory Domestic Building Insurance, administered by VMIA. Builder eligibility via underwriting assessment, the four triggers under
Independent Contractor vs Employee: The Australian Tests
How Australian courts and the ATO decide if a worker is a contractor or an employee. Personnel Contracting and the multi-factor analysis explained.
Site supervisor licensing and progression from leading hand
Progression from leading hand to licensed site supervisor in Australian residential construction runs through technical qualifications, on site experience and a state issued licence or registration.
Asbestos in NSW residential renovations: when a licensed removalist is required
How asbestos is regulated for NSW residential renovation work. The Work Health and Safety Regulation 2017 framework, Class A and Class B asbestos removal licences, the 10 square metre threshold,
ACAT and the ACT building dispute pathway for homeowners
ACAT in Canberra hears civil disputes up to $25,000 and reviews decisions under the Building Act 2004 (ACT). Larger contract and defect claims go to the ACT Magistrates Court or Supreme Court.
EWP Licensing for Residential Construction
Elevating work platforms split into two tiers in Australia. The Yellow Card under 11 m and the WP high risk work licence over 11 m. Here is how to tell them apart.
Hiring apprentices for residential builders
Residential builders hire apprentices through a registered Australian Apprenticeship training contract that combines paid on site work with off the job training toward a Certificate III qualification.
Tender Pricing Disclosures for AU Residential Builders
How to advertise and present new home tender pricing without breaching ACL s18, s48 and state Fair Trading Acts. Covers from-pricing, PC and PS items.
Display Home Sales Process for AU Residential Builders
Walk-through to deposit to contract for AU display home buyers. Covers cooling-off, EOI rules and what a buyer can withdraw from without penalty.
NCC compliance for VIC residential builders
How the National Construction Code applies to Victorian residential building work. Adoption through the Building Act 1993 (Vic) and Building Regulations 2018, the central role of the building
Mandatory inspection stages in Queensland
A QLD building approval issued under the Building Act 1975 sets out the prescribed inspection stages. A building certifier signs each stage off using Form 16 or Form 17 and signs the final Form
Residential builder partnerships with RTOs and group training
Residential builders work with registered training organisations and group training organisations to deliver apprentice off the job training and share employer obligations under state and federal arrangements.
Unsolicited Consumer Agreements: ACL Rules for Builders
ACL Part 3-2 Division 2 covers door-to-door and telemarketing sales by AU builders. Includes 10 business day cooling-off, allowed hours and required notices.
Workers Compensation for Residential Builders in Queensland
WorkCover Queensland Accident Insurance Policy requirements for residential builders, who must be covered, premium calculation and the contractor inclusion rules in the QLD scheme.
NCAT home building disputes: jurisdiction, application process and time limits in NSW
How NSW residential building disputes are heard by NCAT. The $500,000 jurisdictional limit, the mandatory NSW Fair Trading mediation referral, the narrow limitation-period exception, the
Labour hire licensing South Australia: CBS scheme under the 2017 Act
How South Australian labour hire licensing works under the 2017 Act, who CBS expects to apply, the 2026 reforms and what residential builders must check before engaging a provider.
Payroll Tax for Residential Builders in NSW
NSW payroll tax thresholds, the 5.45 per cent rate, what counts as wages, the contractor deeming rules and the grouping traps that catch growing residential builders.
DBDRV conciliation: the mandatory step before VCAT in VIC
How DBDRV works in VIC. Eligibility, the assessment and conciliation steps, dispute resolution orders, and why the certificate of conciliation is a precondition for VCAT.
Sham Contracting in Residential Construction
How sections 357 to 359 of the Fair Work Act work, what the 2024 reasonableness test changed and how the Fair Work Ombudsman enforces sham contracting.
Statutory warranties under QBCC Act Schedule 1B: how they are enforced in Queensland
The seven QBCC Act Schedule 1B statutory warranties for residential building work and the Queensland enforcement framework. How the QBCC complaints process works, when a Direction to Rectify is
Cooling-off rights for VIC residential building contracts
The 5 clear business day cooling-off period under section 34 of the Domestic Building Contracts Act 1995 (Vic), when it applies (major domestic building contracts over $10,000 incl GST), how
Retaining wall drainage in Australian residential construction
Retaining walls without drainage fail on a known schedule. AS 4678 sets the design loads. Subsoil drains weep holes and free draining backfill move groundwater away.
Referrals and rebate arrangements for residential builders
How AU residential builders can structure referral and rebate programs without breaching the ACL. Section 49 referral selling ban, conflict disclosure and supplier rebate rules.