Abolition of GAIC exemptions for public purpose and infrastructure land mean higher costs for growth area developers
The Victorian Government has broadened the application of the Growth Area Infrastructure Contribution (GAIC) applicable to land in the Urban Growth Zone (UGZ) by repealing the current exemption clauses under section 201RF(a) and (b) of the Planning and Environment Act 1987 (P&E Act) for lots created for a “utility installation” or “transport infrastructure or any […]
ReadmoreRelationship contracting for civil construction by standing offer panel arrangements under the Local Government Regulation 2012
Paul Muscat and his team worked with Simon Malouf, Program Leader for Road Delivery Management at Logan City Council, to take advantage of the contracting provisions of the Local Government Regulation 2012 to streamline contracting processes and provide enhanced support to the delivery of their rapidly growing capital road and drainage infrastructure program. Co-authored by […]
ReadmoreLenders can be liable for FHOG refunds
Recent amendments to the First Home Owner Grant Act 2000 (Vic) (FHOG Act) will enable the State Revenue Office (SRO) to recover first home owner grant (FHOG) payments from third parties such as lenders. This means that where homeowners have received a grant payment that they were ineligible for, or that they have subsequently become […]
ReadmoreInstant win promotions
Instant win promotions are usually games of chance in Australia. If they are a game of chance, permits are needed in some Australian states and territories. To see full size image click here
ReadmoreNew Infrastructure Contributions Plan system now in operation
The Victorian Government has introduced a new legislative framework for funding essential works and services in Metropolitan Greenfield Growth Areas under Part 3AB of the Planning and Environment Act 1987 (Act) and through the introduction of the Ministerial Direction on the Preparation and Content of Infrastructure Contribution Plans (Ministerial Direction). The Amending Legislation was introduced […]
ReadmoreCopying Building Plans – Cost Savings…or Costly Mistake?
A recent Federal Court decision1 serves as a reminder that copying building plans can be an infringement of copyright, which may attract significant financial imposts on both the landowner and the builder. Background Mr and Mrs Mistry (Mistrys) and building designer, Henley Arch Pty Ltd (Henley) were in discussions to design and build the “Amalfi […]
ReadmoreEPA Inquiry Report Released – Is the EPA destined for a significant overhaul?
The Victorian Government’s 10 months Inquiry into the Environment Protection Authority Victoria (EPA) concluded on 31 March 2016 and the findings of the Inquiry have now been released. The Inquiry was conducted by a three-person Ministerial Advisory Committee (MAC) and examined six key matters and ‘any other matter reasonable incidental to these matters’. The six […]
ReadmoreMore regulatory changes on the way for embedded networks
In recent action by the Australian Energy Regulator, several shopping centres and retirement villages were issued with infringement notices for not selling electricity in a manner required by the National Energy Retail Law. This is a timely reminder for operators of embedded networks to familiarise themselves with their regulatory obligations and also to be aware […]
ReadmoreWinner publication requirements in trade promotions
The when, where and why of winner publication requirements for trade promotions in all Australian jurisdictions. Click here to view full size pdf.
ReadmoreNotifying winners
There are a number of rules when it comes to notifying winners of trade promotion competitions, this reference clearly outlines them. Click here to view full size pdf.
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