Australia: Real Estate and Construction

Manufacturers, builders and developers need to be especially careful.

A 2012 defect notice preserved claim rights, but a builder's 2022 insolvency fell outside the 10-year HBA limit, voiding coverage.

Principal contractors aren't liable for injuries to subcontractors' workers doing specialist tasks, says QLD Court of Appeal in Sawyer.

The Seller Disclosure Statement contains a lot of information regarding the property.

Key differences and common principles to be aware of when managing property transactions in different parts of the country.

Strata Schemes Legislation Amendment Act 2025 (Amending Act) introduces further reform in strata legislation

Discusses two key changes (from the reforms) which are particularly relevant to owners corporations & their insurers.

Reforms include increasing the obligations and responsibilities on committee members.

Understanding the nuances between these two concepts is essential for anyone navigating property law or seeking remedies.

The Queensland Government is uniquely positioned to deliver world-class infrastructure for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games (2032 Games). This paper identifies three global insights from past Olympic Games that inform this opportunity.

In April 2025, Justice Musikanth of the WA Supreme Court delivered his judgment in Henderson v Contaminated Sites Committee [2025] WASC 123 (Henderson).

In preparation for the changes to the Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing Act 2006 which are due to commence on 1 July 2026, "tranche 2" entities including lawyers, accountants and real estate agents will need to make some significant changes to their business processes to ensure they comply with the new requirements.