Fuel Cost Recovery Is Now Live: Can Contractors Pass the Cost Upstream?
The Road Transport Contractual Chain Order 2026 (Order) commenced on 21 April 2026. At first glance, this does not look like a construction issue. But if your projects involve trucks, spoil removal, cartage, aggregates, premix, plant transport, material deliveries or transport-heavy subcontractors, the Order is likely to affect your project costs and margins. What Does […]
The Construction Industry Is Paying Attention
CLAWZ Recognised as a Finalist at the 2026 CCF Victoria People & Training Awards CLAWZ, the Contract Compliance Platform developed by Level Playing Field Lawyers, has been named a finalist in the Innovation & Technology Excellence (Team) category at the 2026 CCF Victoria People & Training Awards — recognising the firm’s work to translate construction […]
Can You Deal with the Contract Later?
Why contractors delay contract review Many contractors treat contracts as something to deal with later. The job needs to start. The contract needs to be returned. The team is busy. So the contract gets signed. The thinking is: “If something goes wrong, I’ll deal with it then.” Why this weakens your position Once the […]
Will Raising Contract Departures Cost You the Job?
Why contractors stay silent Many subcontractors avoid raising departures because they do not want to lose the job. “If I push back, they’ll go with someone else.” So they stay quiet. They sign the contract. They hope the job runs smoothly. But hope is not a contract strategy. Why this can backfire Winning a […]
Do You Need a Lawyer Before Signing a Construction Contract?
Why contractors often skip contract review Many contractors do not call a lawyer before signing. The job feels straightforward. The scope looks clear. The price has been agreed. The program is already moving. So the contract gets signed. The thinking is simple: “If something goes wrong, we’ll deal with it later.” Why this creates […]
Why Contract and Insurance Alignment Matters More Than Ever
Why Contract and Insurance Alignment Matters More Than Ever Australia’s civil construction pipeline remains strong. But stronger pipelines often come with increased risk. Significant investment across roads, rail, energy and infrastructure continues to create opportunity for contractors. At the same time, it is introducing a more complex delivery environment, where cost pressure, supply challenges and […]
Why Contract Position Matters in Changing Global Conditions
Why Contract Position Matters in Changing Global Conditions Global events can quickly flow through to construction projects, even when those events occur thousands of kilometres away. Recent geopolitical developments in the Middle East have pushed oil prices higher and created uncertainty across energy markets and international shipping routes. Economists and government officials have warned that […]
Danying Chen Recognised in Future Legal Leaders 2026 and Appointed Head of Litigation
Danying Chen Recognised in Future Legal Leaders 2026 and Appointed Head of Litigation Level Playing Field Lawyers is proud to celebrate two important milestones for Danying Chen: her recognition in Future Legal Leaders 2026 and her appointment as Head of Litigation. Danying’s recognition is a well-earned acknowledgement of the skill, professionalism and leadership she […]
Construction Contract Compliance in Practice
What Contractors Can Do to Reduce Exposure and Stay Compliant Ping Gangur and Chi Shankar hosting the panel at CCF Victoria’s International Women’s Day Brunch. Level Playing Field Lawyers was proud to be a major sponsor of CCF Victoria’s International Women’s Day Brunch, Generations in Civil: Constructing Change Together. Ping Gangur and Chi Shankar hosted […]
Builtcom Case: What Builders and Subcontractors Need to Know
A major NSW court decision—Builtcom Construction Pty Ltd v VSD Investments Pty Lt—highlights how Security of Payment disputes can escalate into full-blown litigation. But the rules aren’t the same across Australia. Here’s how NSW compares to Victoria—and what it means for your business. Case Snapshot: Builtcom v VSD [2025] NSWSC 250 Fund Release and Stay […]