News: contracts
Are you contracting for services? Some myths and regulatory truths about your contractor's entitlements.
If you are engaging an individual or a sole trader to perform, present or complete some work for you, there are some common myths about contractual relationships you shouldn’t believe.
Contract management – checklist for ending a contract
In most cases, contracts end naturally when the agreed obligations have been performed or the contract reaches its expiry date.
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New process for contractor management
Employers have many legal obligations associated with their workers such as Pay As You Go instalments, payroll tax, WorkCover and superannuation payments. The Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) imposes penalties for employers who engage workers as contractors when they are really functioning as employees.
Who can sign? The lowdown on university delegations and decision-making
The appropriate person to authorise a contract or agreement on behalf of the University can vary depending on the contract's nature and value. It might be the head of your academic or administrative unit, or someone in a more senior position, specialist area or specific role – but they need to have a delegation.
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Contract management - what happens after the contract is signed?
After a contract or agreement is signed, there will always be some form of action that needs to be taken to fulfil the contract.
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More healthy competition in new laws
Recent amendments to the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (CCA) update the rules that apply to the University's commercial activities with competitors, suppliers, retailers and consumers.
Fair-go contracts for small business
Under Australian Consumer Law, small businesses can now challenge unfair terms in standard form contracts.
Should I make a note of that?
The next time you participate in negotiation or decision-making or even a conversation, be sure to make a record of it. It could protect both you and the University.
