Building defect report – can it entitle a purchaser to terminate the contract of sale?

The Supreme Court decision of Willis v Crosland [2021] VSCA 320 provides some helpful guidance on whether a purchaser who discovers building defects before settlement can terminate the contract and recover their deposit. In thi...

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Why is it important to have the correct development consent in place?

The majority of development in NSW requires development consent. This can include for example approval for the use of land, change of use of land, subdivision of land, erection and/or demolition of a building or structures. The...

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When can an executor be passed over or removed?

There may be circumstances, where the executor's capacity and or their ability to administer the estate is in question. This may occur prior to an application being made for Probate of the Will or after Probate has been granted. ...

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Is it safe to rely on an artist’s impression when buying a new apartment ‘off-the-plan’?

As the term suggests, when buying 'off-the-plan' a purchaser can only assess what it is they will be buying from the plans and images provided by the developer. The detail and accuracy of the plans and images will vary from one pr...

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Silver Linings of the Pandemic – Federal Parliament Passes Permanent Changes to Allow Electronic Signing of Documents and Virtual Meetings

Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, conflicting court decisions around the country had fostered uncertainty as to whether a company could safely execute documents electronically. Amidst the great upheaval created by the spread of the ...

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Commercial Tenancy Relief Scheme in Victoria – Omicron Extension Details Now Available

In July 2021 the Victorian Government announced a new package of rent relief measures for eligible retail and commercial tenants in response to the continuing COVID-19 pandemic, which applied for the period 28 July 2021 to 15 Janu...

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