Building and construction law in Australia - Practice guide
Course Overview
The building and construction industry isn’t just about creating structures—it’s about navigating a legal framework that underpins every project, decision, and dispute. For lawyers, understanding Building and Construction Law in Australia is more than a skill—it’s a necessity in an industry where stakes are high, and margins for error are slim.
This course dives deep into critical legislation, such as the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 1999 and the Home Building Act 1989, while unraveling the complexities of contracts, negligence, and regulatory oversight. Equip yourself to thrive in one of the most legally demanding sectors.
At the end of the course, you will be able to:
- Identify the impact of building and construction law on contract drafting, disputes and project delivery
- Identify common legal issues that arise in construction projects, such a disputes over contracts, negligence, and liability issues; and
- Evaluate the impact of regulatory compliance on construction projects, including the consequences of non-compliance
Course Structure
- Introduction to building and construction law in Australia
- Contract law in building and construction
- Common disputes and remedies in building and construction projects
- Regulartory compliance in building and construction
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Frequently Asked Questions
The course contains content that falls within the mandatory CPD categories of:
- Professional skills
With our online on-demand interactive courses, you can learn when and where it suits you. We’ve designed each course to provide both education and enjoyment.
Each course offers a mix of engaging exercises, where you’ll gain access to:
- Interactive activities to challenge your understanding and put your knowledge to the test. You’ll also enjoy engaging exercises, such as flip cards, quizzes and drafting activities.
- Clearly identified outcomes so you know precisely what you’ll learn – and the skills you’ll gain. You’ll also be able to track your development and focus on key improvement areas.
- Extended course access so you can reference the material as you need – or revisit it should life get in the way.
- Feedback and template answers so you can refine your skills, grow your knowledge and gain fresh insights.
Access each module on the College’s learning portal. When you buy a single, you’ll have 24/7 unlimited access for 12-months from the date of purchase.
Does this educational activity extend your knowledge and skills in areas that are relevant to your practice needs or professional development?
If so, and you’re not a WA practitioner, you should claim 1 unit for each hour of participation, not including breaks.
Please check your local CPD rules for any caps on activity types, such as the private study of non-interactive audio/visual materials. You are responsible for keeping your own CPD records and complying with your local CPD rules.
No. Western Australian practitioners who complete our on-demand courses are currently unable to claim CPD points.
However, you may earn CPD points by attending select live CPD events or by completing select CPD Interactive modules.