Adjudication in Victoria now sits as a central feature of payment dispute resolution, rather than a limited or secondary option. This means paying careful attention to the preparation of payment schedules.
On 15 April 2026, Victoria introduced a new security of payment regime that changes not only how construction disputes are resolved, but also how payment claims are made in the first place.
When dispute resolution clauses are poorly drafted or ambiguous, they might do the very thing they intend to avoid; landing you in litigation. Drafting dispute resolution clauses precisely and with clarity can be the difference between one day in mediation or several months in front of a judge.
Victoria’s security of payment system is expanding significantly, commencing 15 April 2026 (with some limited exceptions). Importantly, the changes will apply to existing construction contracts, as well as new contracts.
Delays on construction projects are nothing new. But whether it’s bad weather, design changes, or something else outside your control, to secure your EOT you’ve still got to prove the facts, follow the contract, and show the delay had an impact. Below is our practical guide to help construction companies to strengthen their EOT processes, from spotting delay events to documenting them properly, and staying compliant with the contract.
Contract works insurance is a fundamental risk management tool on construction projects. It is designed to protect against loss or damage to construction works during the construction period.
For consultants, there are some key provisions that if you can make sure you get right as a consultant (in addition to being clear on your scope), you will set yourself up with a strong contractual foundation from the get-go.
In this article we turn to the delivery of joint venture works (how integrated and non-integrated JVs operate in practice) and the all-important question of who bears the risk when things go wrong.
