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read moreNexus Construction & Infrastructure Q1 2021 Round Up
13 April 2021 | Civil Contractors and Construction | Ben Robertson
The latest economic figures released for the NSW residential sector* have revealed a mixed picture – not quite the best of times and yet, not the worst of times either.
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read moreWebinar: Understanding the NSW Securities of Payments Act (SOP Act)
22 March 2021 | Civil Contractors and Construction | Ben Robertson
With recent amendments to the Act, it is crucial for builders and suppliers to understand these changes and how to best use the Act to benefit their cashflow. Through our SOP webinar is a great introduction for those seeking to better understand the Act and how they can use it to support their business.
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read moreConstruction Update: Know the differences between your State Security of Payment Regimes
09 March 2021 | Civil Contractors and Construction | Ben Robertson
Nexus' Construction & Infrastructure team provides a review of the key industry legislative changes which took place in 2020.
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read moreStrata Management Update: Understanding the NSW 2% Defect Bond Scheme – How & when does it apply?
04 March 2021 | Construction & Infrastructure | Ben Robertson
The NSW Defect Bond Scheme helps resolve building defect issues for owners in strata by securing 2% of the contract price for rectifying defective building works.
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read moreStrata Management Update: Blanket bans prohibiting pets in strata rules are now invalid
26 February 2021 | Construction & Infrastructure | Ben Robertson
If you are an owner of property in a strata scheme, a recent court decision may make it easier to keep a pet at your property.
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read moreConstruction Update: Bring the Noise – NSW EPA Seeks Feedback On Draft Construction Noise Guideline
17 February 2021 | Construction & Infrastructure | Ben Robertson
The NSW EPA is seeking feedback with a view to ensuring that its draft Construction Noise Guideline addresses four key criteria.
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read moreCombustible Cladding Update: Victoria Prohibits Use of ACP Containing Greater Than 7% Polyethylene
05 February 2021 | Construction & Infrastructure | Ben Robertson
NSW Government launches Project Remediate, a program focused on providing financial assistance and technical/quality assurance measures to the owners of residential apartment buildings affected by high risk combustible cladding.
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read moreMarch 2021 Countdown For NSW Residential Builders
13 January 2021 | Civil Contractors and Construction | Ben Robertson
From 1 March 2021, as part of a significant reform for the residential construction industry, NSW residential builders will be able to utilise the Building & Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 1999 (NSW) ('the SOP Act') to obtain outstanding payments from owners.
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read moreNexus Construction & Infrastructure Top Tips for 2021
15 December 2020 | Civil Contractors and Construction | Ben Robertson
As we close 2020 and move into 2021, businesses in the construction industry should consider preparing their businesses for the following activities over holiday shutdown period
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read moreNexus Construction & Infrastructure 2020 Round Up
09 December 2020 | Civil Contractors and Construction | Ben Robertson
Nexus' Construction & Infrastructure team provides a review of the key industry legislative changes which took place in 2020.
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read moreCombustible Cladding Update: NSW Government Launches Project Remediate
27 November 2020 | Construction & Infrastructure | Ben Robertson
NSW Government launches Project Remediate, a program focused on providing financial assistance and technical/quality assurance measures to the owners of residential apartment buildings affected by high risk combustible cladding.
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read moreNexus Law Group strengthens Construction & Infrastructure practice with new National Practice Director
23 November 2020 | Civil Contractors and Construction | Ben Robertson
Nexus Law Group announces the appointment of Ben Robertson as Partner and National Practice Director of Construction & Infrastructure team.
