Lovegrove & Cotton Lawyers Bulletin 

Building practitioners seeking registration in another state via mutual recognition often face hurdles and setbacks in the process. A recent High Court case has reinforced that 'qualifications' or 'experience' are not germane considerations for refusal of mutual recognition; rather, the relevant consideration is occupational 'equivalence'. The case also confirmed that the test of 'good character' falls under the umbrella of 'qualification' or 'experience' and is therefore not a valid reason for denying mutual recognition. Justin Cotton in this article digests this important case which has been considered a boost for practitioners seeking mutual recognition in another State.

In light of the recent Coronavirus outbreak, supply chains for industries across the globe are being impacted. The building industry, naturally, will also be impacted, so it is important that contractors are aware of the potential contractual risks involved with this potentially unforeseen event and its impacts upon project supply chains. This article discusses some of the potential contractual considerations associated with unforeseen circumstances such as the novel Coronavirus.