Publications

A comprehensive 2026 guide for builders and owners on liquidated damages in Queensland construction contracts. Learn the difference between a valid clause and an unenforceable penalty, how to calculate a defensible rate, and the critical role of Extensions of Time (EOTs). Understand the QBCC's dispute resolution process and when to escalate a matter to QCAT.

A comprehensive 2026 guide for homeowners and builders on Queensland's statutory warranties for domestic building work. Learn about the 6.5-year structural and 12-month non-structural warranty periods, the QBCC's enforcement role, and how to make a claim for defective work.