27 Feb 2018 Construction Energy, mining and resources Employment and safety Conviction recorded in the first category 1 prosecution under the Work Health and Safety Act Mining and quarry operators and workers must be aware of their obligations to ensuring the health and safety of all persons at the mine site and others that are impacted by the mines operations.
26 Feb 2018 Construction Disputes and investigations High Court clarifies challenging Security of Payment scheme adjudications Consider risks of SOP Scheme adjudications and take care when drafting "pass through" provisions within subcontracts.
24 Nov 2017 Corporate and commercial Construction Energy, mining and resources New tax incentive for investors in small minerals exploration companies Scheme should help to boost greenfields exploration activity in Australia.
16 Oct 2017 Banking and finance Construction Do Project Bank Accounts apply to your project? Construction industry professionals should prepare for the implementation of project bank accounts to Queensland Government projects from 1 January 2018.
22 Sep 2017 Disputes and investigations Construction Failure to DIY - Determination set aside as adjudicator relies on third-party assistance Judgement raises considerations for adjudicators.
28 Jun 2017 Construction Disputes and investigations How to determine the date of practical completion in light of Abergeldie v Fairfield City Council Practical completion cannot be backdated on a certification of practical completion.
29 May 2017 Corporate and commercial Construction Insurance Far reach of chain of responsibility law in Queensland Related persons must assess and manage personal liability risk.
26 May 2017 Disputes and investigations Corporate and commercial Construction Energy, mining and resources Planning, infrastructure and environment Restructuring and insolvency Liquidation of a mining company issued with an environmental protection order Liability may not be limited to assets of company in liquidation.
27 Apr 2017 Corporate and commercial Employment and safety Construction Are you ready for the ABCC and the new Building Code? Building industry employers and participants should take action before August 2017.
27 Apr 2017 Corporate and commercial Construction "Don't stick it to the man" – Service of electronic documents under the Building and ... Serving an adjudication application via USB may not constitute service as words not in visible form.