Service Contracts
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Bookkeeping Agreement (Australia)
A Bookkeeping Agreement is a written contract between a professional bookkeeper or registered BAS agent and a business client that sets out the terms on which bookkeeping and financial administration services will be provided. In Australia, this document is particularly important because the provision of BAS services — including the preparation and lodgement of Business Activity Statements — is a regulated activity under the Tax Agent Services Act 2009 (Cth) (TASA), and only registered BAS agents or tax agents may legally provide these services for a fee. The Tax Agent Services Act 2009 (Cth) and the Tax Agent Services Regulations 2022 (Cth) establish the framework for the regulation of tax agents, BAS agents, and tax (financial) advisers in Australia. The Tax Practitioners Board (TPB) administers this regime and maintains a public register of registered practitioners. The TPB Code of Professional Conduct, which is legally binding on registered agents, requires that BAS agents act honestly and with integrity, maintain competence, and not knowingly obstruct the proper administration of tax laws. A written engagement letter or bookkeeping agreement is considered best practice under TPB guidelines and supports compliance with the Code. BAS services specifically include preparing or lodging BAS documents (which include the Business Activity Statement and the Instalment Activity Statement), and dealing with the ATO on behalf of clients in relation to these documents. Under section 50-5 of TASA, providing BAS services for a fee or other reward without TPB registration is a criminal offence attracting significant penalties. A Bookkeeping Agreement should clearly state the bookkeeper's TPB registration number. Record-keeping obligations under Australian law are significant. The Income Tax Assessment Act 1997 (Cth) requires businesses to retain records relevant to their income tax position for 5 years from the end of the income year in which the transaction occurred. The Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) requires companies to keep financial records for 7 years. GST records under the A New Tax System (Goods and Services Tax) Act 1999 (Cth) must be retained for 5 years. A Bookkeeping Agreement should clearly address who is responsible for record retention and for what period. Payroll processing — a common bookkeeping service — engages the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth), relevant Modern Awards, and the Superannuation Guarantee (Administration) Act 1992 (Cth). Bookkeepers processing payroll must ensure superannuation contributions are calculated correctly and paid to the employee's nominated superannuation fund by the quarterly due date. From 1 July 2026, all employers with employees under 18 working more than 30 hours per week will be required to pay super under the expanded super legislation. Errors in superannuation calculations can expose the client to the Superannuation Guarantee Charge. Privacy considerations are significant in bookkeeping because the bookkeeper will handle sensitive financial information including employee payroll details, bank account data, tax file numbers, and business revenue figures. The Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles apply to businesses with turnover exceeding $3 million, and all bookkeepers should handle client information in accordance with these principles regardless of their size. Tax file number information is specifically regulated under the Privacy (Tax File Number) Rule 2015. This template is suitable for cloud-based bookkeeping arrangements using Xero, MYOB, or QuickBooks; sole trader and small business bookkeeping; payroll processing; BAS preparation and lodgement; and management reporting across all Australian states and territories.
Commercial Cleaning Contract (Australia)
A professionally drafted Commercial Cleaning Contract for Australian businesses and cleaning companies. Covers detailed scope of commercial cleaning services, service frequency and scheduling, cleaning supplies arrangements, fees and GST treatment, tax invoice requirements under the GST Act 1999 (Cth), Work Health and Safety (WHS) compliance obligations, Safety Data Sheet requirements, public liability and workers' compensation insurance, key and access card management, damage reporting, limitation of liability, and termination rights. Suitable for office buildings, retail premises, medical and dental practices, schools, warehouses, strata buildings, and all other commercial cleaning engagements across Australia.
Cleaning Services Contract (Australia)
A professionally drafted Cleaning Services Contract for use across Australia protects both cleaning businesses and their clients by setting out the scope of work, payment terms, insurance requirements, and termination rights in a legally sound document. Whether you are a residential cleaner, commercial cleaning company, or end-of-lease specialist, a written contract reduces disputes and ensures both parties understand their obligations from the outset. In Australia, cleaning service agreements are subject to the Australian Consumer Law (ACL), which forms Schedule 2 of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth). The ACL implies mandatory consumer guarantees into all contracts for services supplied to consumers, including that services will be performed with due care and skill, within a reasonable time if no time is specified, and that any materials supplied in connection with the services will be of acceptable quality. These guarantees cannot be excluded by contract, so your agreement must be consistent with them. If the cleaning business employs workers, the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) and relevant Modern Awards — such as the Cleaning Services Award 2020 — may apply to the employment relationship. However, the Cleaning Services Award applies to the employment of workers, not to the contract between the cleaning business and its clients. The contract between the provider and client is governed by contract law and the ACL. For GST purposes, cleaning businesses registered for GST must include GST in their pricing and issue valid tax invoices under the A New Tax System (Goods and Services Tax) Act 1999 (Cth). Cleaning services are generally taxable supplies and attract 10% GST. Tax invoices must clearly state the GST amount or state that the total price includes GST. Public liability insurance is essential for any cleaning business operating in Australia. A minimum of $10 million public liability cover is widely regarded as the industry standard, and many commercial clients will require evidence of current insurance before granting access to their premises. Some state and territory-based regulatory schemes and industry bodies may also specify minimum insurance levels. For residential cleaning, privacy considerations are significant because cleaners work inside clients' homes and may have access to personal property, private documents, and confidential information. The Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and its Australian Privacy Principles apply to businesses with an annual turnover exceeding $3 million, but good practice demands that all cleaning businesses handle client information discreetly and securely regardless of turnover. End-of-lease and bond cleaning engagements may be subject to specific expectations under residential tenancy legislation in each state and territory. For example, in New South Wales, the Residential Tenancies Act 2010 (NSW) governs bond deductions, and tenants and landlords may have specific requirements regarding the standard of cleaning required to recover a rental bond. A detailed scope of work and photographic evidence of completed work can protect both the cleaner and the client in these situations. This template is suitable for both one-time cleaning engagements and ongoing regular service arrangements across all Australian states and territories, including New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, Western Australia, South Australia, Tasmania, the Australian Capital Territory, and the Northern Territory. The governing law clause allows parties to select the applicable jurisdiction. The dispute resolution clause directs parties to state consumer protection authorities — such as NSW Fair Trading, Consumer Affairs Victoria, or equivalent bodies — as a first step, which is practical and cost-effective for resolving service disputes without litigation.
Consulting Agreement (Australia)
A Consulting Agreement (also called a Consulting Services Agreement or Consultancy Agreement) is a legally binding contract between a client (a business or individual engaging consulting services) and a consultant (an independent contractor or consultancy firm providing professional advisory services). The agreement sets out the scope of work, fees, payment terms, intellectual property ownership, confidentiality obligations, and the basis on which the consultant is engaged as an independent contractor rather than an employee. In Australia, Consulting Agreements must carefully address the legal distinction between an independent contractor and an employee. The Independent Contractors Act 2006 (Cth) provides a framework protecting the rights of independent contractors and limits the ability of state and territory laws to regulate contracts for services. However, the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) prohibits sham contracting under sections 357 to 359 -- that is, misrepresenting an employment relationship as an independent contractor arrangement to avoid employer obligations such as superannuation, annual leave, and workers compensation. A well-drafted Consulting Agreement that reflects the genuine commercial reality of the relationship is essential to avoid sham contracting findings. GST is a critical consideration. If the consultant is registered for GST under the A New Tax System (Goods and Services Tax) Act 1999 (Cth), they must charge GST (currently 10%) on their consulting fees and issue valid tax invoices. Tax invoices must include the supplier's name and ABN, a description of the services, the GST-exclusive amount, the GST amount, and the total GST-inclusive amount. Clients who are registered for GST may claim input tax credits for the GST they pay on consulting fees, subject to the usual input tax credit rules. Superannuation obligations may apply even where the consultant is an independent contractor. Under the Superannuation Guarantee (Administration) Act 1992 (Cth), superannuation guarantee contributions are generally required for workers engaged under a contract that is wholly or principally for the labour of the person. Businesses should seek specialist tax and employment law advice regarding superannuation obligations for their specific engagement arrangements. A Consulting Agreement should also clearly address intellectual property (IP) ownership. Under the Copyright Act 1968 (Cth), the default position is that the creator of original works owns the copyright. This means that in the absence of a specific IP assignment or licence clause, a consultant may retain ownership of any work product, reports, or materials they create for the client. The agreement should expressly assign or licence all work product IP to the client, or clearly state which party owns what. This template is designed for use in all Australian states and territories and covers all key elements of a professional Consulting Agreement compliant with Australian law, including the Independent Contractors Act 2006, the Fair Work Act 2009, GST, and IP provisions under the Copyright Act 1968.
Courier Services Agreement (Australia)
Running a courier or delivery business in Australia without a solid written agreement is a recipe for disputes over lost parcels, missed timeframes, and unpaid invoices. Whether you are providing same-day metropolitan deliveries, interstate freight, or specialised dangerous goods transport, a Courier Services Agreement sets out exactly what you have agreed to do, how much you will be paid, and who bears the risk when things go wrong. Our Australian Courier Services Agreement covers all the critical commercial and legal requirements: service description and geographic coverage, standard delivery timeframes, fee structure and GST treatment, limits on liability per parcel, goods-in-transit and public liability insurance obligations, dangerous goods compliance under the Australian Dangerous Goods Code, and chain of responsibility duties under the Heavy Vehicle National Law. Download as PDF or Word.
Dog Walking Agreement (Australia)
Dog walkers and pet services businesses in Australia face real legal exposure every time they take a client's dog out for a walk. If the dog bites someone, escapes, or is injured, the question of who bears responsibility — and whether the walker was properly authorised to act — depends entirely on what was agreed in writing. Our Australian Dog Walking Agreement covers all the essentials: dog registration and microchip details, vaccination status, behavioural disclosures, key access, emergency veterinary authorisation, fees and GST, cancellation policy, public liability insurance, and the owner's indemnity for the dog's actions. Drafted to comply with companion animal legislation in all Australian states and territories, the Australian Consumer Law, and the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth). Download as PDF or Word, no account required.
Film Location Agreement
Got a property that's perfect for a film or photo shoot? A Film Location Agreement protects you and the production company before anyone sets foot on your land. It locks in the dates, the crew limit, the fee and deposit, what areas are off-limits, and who's responsible if something is damaged. For producers, it establishes the IP rights — including the right to use images of the location worldwide. This template covers film, TV, commercials, and photography in a clean, enforceable Australian format. Download as PDF or Word, no account needed.
Freight Contract — Carriage of Goods by Road (Australia)
A Freight Contract (also called a Road Transport Agreement or Consignment Contract) is a written agreement between a consignor — the party whose goods are being transported — and a carrier — the road transport operator who moves the goods. It sets out the key terms of the transport engagement: the description and declared value of the goods, the collection and delivery addresses and dates, the freight charges and payment terms, the allocation of insurance responsibility, and the carrier's maximum liability in the event of loss or damage. Road freight transport in Australia is governed by a combination of Commonwealth and state legislation. The most significant Commonwealth frameworks are the Australian Consumer Law (ACL) — Schedule 2 of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth) — and the Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL), which is enacted as legislation in each participating state and territory and administered by the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR). The HVNL introduced the concept of the 'chain of responsibility', which imposes safety obligations not just on drivers and operators but on all parties in the supply chain who can influence transport conditions. The Chain of Responsibility (CoR) provisions in the HVNL are among the most important considerations for any consignor or consignee engaging road freight services. Under the CoR, a consignor must not cause, authorise, or knowingly allow a carrier to contravene the HVNL — for example, by setting unrealistic delivery schedules that create pressure for speeding or driver fatigue, or by loading goods in a manner that causes the vehicle to exceed legal mass limits. Consignors who breach CoR obligations can face substantial civil penalties, and the NHVR has broad enforcement powers including the ability to impose improvement notices, infringement notices, and court-imposed penalties. Mass and dimension limits are a critical compliance area in Australian road transport. The HVNL sets national mass and dimension standards for heavy vehicles. A consignor who packages goods in a manner that causes a vehicle to exceed its legal gross vehicle mass (GVM) or axle mass limits is in breach of CoR obligations and may be held liable for resulting penalties. The freight contract should record the gross weight of the consignment so that both parties can verify compliance before departure. Dangerous goods transported by road in Australia must comply with the Australian Dangerous Goods Code (ADG Code, 7th Edition), which is given force by road transport dangerous goods legislation in each state and territory. The consignor is responsible for correctly classifying, packaging, marking, labelling, and providing the required transport documentation (including a Dangerous Goods Declaration) for all dangerous goods. The carrier must ensure that its drivers hold any required dangerous goods driver licences and that vehicles are appropriately placarded. Insurance for goods in transit is not universally mandated by Australian law for general road freight, but it is strongly recommended. In the event of loss or damage, a carrier's liability at common law is that of a 'common carrier' — who is strictly liable for loss or damage — or a 'private carrier', whose liability depends on the terms of the contract and fault. Many commercial carriers limit their liability by contract to a specified amount, often tied to the value declared on the consignment note. Consignors should consider obtaining separate goods-in-transit insurance to cover the full declared value of their goods, particularly for high-value consignments. GST at 10% applies to freight services provided by GST-registered carriers, and the carrier must issue a valid tax invoice. Consignors who are registered for GST and use freight services for business purposes can generally claim the GST as an input tax credit. The freight contract should be used alongside a consignment note or waybill, which travels with the goods and is the key document for proving proof of delivery. Many carriers use their own standard consignment notes, but the terms of those notes should be reviewed to ensure they are consistent with the freight contract and do not contain clauses that unfairly limit the carrier's liability to a level below the parties' agreed arrangement.
Gardening / Garden Maintenance Contract (Australia)
Create a professionally drafted Gardening / Garden Maintenance Contract for Australia that provides a clear legal framework for garden maintenance, lawn mowing, pruning, weeding, and related horticulture service engagements. Whether you are a sole trader gardener, a small garden maintenance business, or a commercial grounds maintenance contractor, a written contract reduces disputes and protects both parties throughout the engagement. In Australia, gardening and garden maintenance service contracts are governed by the Australian Consumer Law (ACL), which forms Schedule 2 of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth). The ACL applies uniformly across all states and territories. Under the ACL, when gardening or maintenance services are supplied to a consumer, mandatory consumer guarantees are implied into the contract. These cannot be excluded by any term in the contract. Under section 60 of the ACL, the services must be performed with due care and skill. Under section 61, the services must be fit for the purpose the client has made known to the gardener. Under section 62, the services must be completed within a reasonable time if no time is specified. Under section 54, any materials — including plants, soil, mulch, fertiliser, or other horticultural supplies — provided in connection with the services must be of acceptable quality. The Horticulture Award 2020 (MA000028) sets minimum employment conditions for workers in the horticulture and nursery industry under the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth). The Award applies to the employment relationship between a gardening business and its employees — not to the contract between the gardening business and its clients. However, compliance with the Horticulture Award affects the gardening business's labour costs and therefore the rates it charges clients. The Award includes minimum pay rates, penalty rates for weekends and public holidays, overtime provisions, and allowances. Work Health and Safety (WHS) obligations are a critical consideration for all garden maintenance engagements in Australia. Under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (Cth) and equivalent state and territory legislation, the gardener (as a Person Conducting a Business or Undertaking, PCBU) owes a primary duty of care to ensure the health and safety of workers and others while performing garden maintenance services. The property owner (client) also has obligations as an occupier of the premises. The client must disclose known hazards — including underground services, asbestos in the soil or structure, aggressive animals, and unstable surfaces — before work commences. Damage caused by undisclosed hazards is a significant risk in residential and commercial garden maintenance. Public liability insurance is essential for any gardening business working at client properties. Many commercial property managers, body corporates, strata managers, and local councils require gardening contractors to hold a minimum of $10 million to $20 million in public liability coverage as a condition of entry. Where the gardening business employs workers, workers' compensation insurance is compulsory under state and territory legislation. This template includes insurance obligations as a core term of the contract. Biosecurity is an increasingly important consideration for gardening businesses in Australia. State biosecurity laws regulate the movement and disposal of plants, soil, and organic material to prevent the spread of invasive species and plant diseases. Noxious and invasive weed management is governed by state legislation including the Biosecurity Act 2015 (NSW), Biosecurity Act 2014 (QLD), Biosecurity and Agriculture Management Act 2007 (WA), and equivalent Acts in other states. Gardeners must comply with applicable requirements when removing and disposing of noxious weeds, transporting soil, or moving plants between properties. For GST purposes, gardening and maintenance services are taxable supplies. If the gardening business has a GST turnover of $75,000 or more per year, registration for GST is mandatory under the A New Tax System (Goods and Services Tax) Act 1999 (Cth), and valid tax invoices must be issued. This template includes an optional GST clause. Before performing any excavation or deep edging, gardeners are expected to contact Dial Before You Dig (DBYD) to identify the location of underground infrastructure. This template is suitable for residential garden maintenance, commercial grounds maintenance, strata and body corporate garden maintenance, rental property garden upkeep, one-off garden clean-up services, and regular scheduled maintenance across all Australian states and territories.
IT Support Agreement (Australia)
A professionally drafted IT Support and Managed Services Agreement for Australian businesses. Covers the full scope of IT support services, service level agreement (SLA) with tiered response times for critical, high, and standard priority issues, remote and on-site support methods, monthly managed services fees, GST treatment, ad hoc hourly rates, data security measures, multi-factor authentication, endpoint protection, backup and disaster recovery arrangements, Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) compliance, notifiable data breach obligations under Part IIIC of the Privacy Act, limitation of liability, initial term and early termination provisions, and transition assistance obligations on termination. Suitable for IT managed service providers (MSPs), IT consultants, and technology companies providing ongoing IT support to Australian businesses of all sizes.
Landscaping Contract (Australia)
A professionally drafted Landscaping Contract for Australia provides a clear legal framework for landscaping, gardening, and horticulture service engagements between a service provider and a property owner or manager. Whether you are a sole trader gardener, a landscaping company undertaking major garden design and installation, or a commercial grounds maintenance contractor, a written contract reduces disputes and protects both parties throughout the project. In Australia, landscaping and gardening service contracts are subject to the Australian Consumer Law (ACL), which forms Schedule 2 of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth). The ACL applies uniformly across all states and territories and implies mandatory consumer guarantees into all contracts for services supplied to consumers. Under sections 60, 61, and 62 of the ACL, services must be rendered with due care and skill, be fit for their specified purpose, and be completed within a reasonable time. Any materials — including plants, soils, mulch, irrigation fittings, and paving materials — supplied in connection with the services must be of acceptable quality under section 54 of the ACL. These guarantees cannot be excluded or limited by contract. Where the landscaping business employs workers, the Horticulture Award 2020 (MA000028) sets minimum wage rates, penalty rates, allowances, and conditions for employees working in the horticulture and nursery industry. The Award applies to the employment relationship, not to the contract between the landscaping business and its clients. Compliance with the Award affects labour costs and therefore pricing. Many landscaping projects in Australia require regulatory approvals. Retaining walls above a certain height (which varies by council and state) commonly require a development approval or building permit. Some jurisdictions also require approvals for earthworks affecting stormwater drainage or vegetation removal. The Landscaper should advise the Client of applicable requirements, and the contract should record who is responsible for obtaining approvals. Work health and safety obligations apply to all landscaping worksites. The Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (Cth) and its state and territory equivalents impose duties on both the person conducting the business or undertaking (PCBU) — typically the landscaper — and the client as owner or occupier of the property. The client must ensure the site is safe and disclose known hazards such as underground services, asbestos in the soil, or structural instability. Biosecurity is an increasingly important consideration for landscaping in Australia. State biosecurity laws regulate the movement of plants, soil, and organic material to prevent the spread of invasive species. Noxious and invasive weed management is governed by state legislation such as the Biosecurity Act 2015 (NSW), the Biosecurity Act 2014 (QLD), and equivalent Acts in other states. Landscapers must comply with applicable requirements when removing and disposing of invasive plant material. For GST purposes, landscaping and gardening services are taxable supplies. If the landscaping business has a GST turnover of $75,000 or more per year, registration is mandatory under the A New Tax System (Goods and Services Tax) Act 1999 (Cth), and valid tax invoices must be issued. The contract should record whether quoted prices include or exclude GST. Public liability insurance is essential. Many commercial clients, body corporates, and local councils require landscaping contractors to hold a minimum of $10 million or $20 million in public liability coverage. If workers are employed, workers' compensation insurance is mandatory under state legislation. This template includes insurance obligations as a core term of the contract.
Maintenance Agreement / Service Level Agreement (Australia)
Create a comprehensive Australian Maintenance Agreement and Service Level Agreement (SLA) for the ongoing maintenance of equipment, property, or IT systems. Covers scope of maintenance services, exclusions, scheduled preventive maintenance, critical and standard fault response times and SLAs, spare parts arrangements, workmanship warranty, annual fees and GST treatment, automatic renewal provisions, client site-access obligations under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (Cth), and limitation of liability consistent with the Australian Consumer Law. Suitable for HVAC, industrial equipment, lift, IT infrastructure, commercial property, medical devices, and other equipment maintenance providers across all Australian states and territories.
Marketing Services Agreement (Australia)
A Marketing Services Agreement is a written contract between a marketing agency, consultant, or freelancer and a client that sets out the terms on which marketing and advertising services will be provided. In Australia, this document is essential for any business engaging an external marketing partner because it defines the campaign scope, deliverables, approval process, fee structure, intellectual property ownership, and termination rights — preventing costly disputes over what was promised and who owns the creative work. Marketing agreements in Australia are governed primarily by contract law and the Australian Consumer Law (ACL), which is Schedule 2 of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth). The ACL applies to all states and territories and implies mandatory consumer guarantees into contracts for services supplied to consumers, including guarantees under sections 60 to 62 that services will be rendered with due care and skill and fit for any specified purpose. These guarantees cannot be contracted out of. A critical area covered by this agreement is the prohibition on misleading and deceptive conduct under section 18 of the ACL and false or misleading representations under section 29. Marketing agencies and their clients share responsibility for ensuring that advertising campaigns, promotional claims, and product representations are accurate and not likely to mislead consumers. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) actively enforces these provisions and has pursued significant penalties against businesses for misleading advertising. This agreement includes a client warranty and indemnity to address these obligations. Intellectual property ownership is frequently contentious in marketing relationships. Under the Copyright Act 1968 (Cth), section 35, copyright in creative works produced by an independent contractor vests initially in the creator — not the commissioning client — unless a written assignment is made. This agreement allows the parties to choose between assigning the IP to the client upon full payment or allowing the agency to retain IP while licensing the work to the client for agreed campaign use. Either approach must be clearly documented to avoid later disputes. For GST purposes, marketing agencies that are GST-registered must charge 10% GST on their fees and issue valid tax invoices under the A New Tax System (Goods and Services Tax) Act 1999 (Cth). Paid media advertising spend managed on behalf of the client through platforms such as Google Ads or Meta may involve separate billing arrangements. This agreement clearly distinguishes between agency fees and client-authorised advertising budgets. Privacy obligations are particularly significant in digital marketing. The Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) govern how personal information is collected, used, and stored. Marketing activities that involve collection of consumer data — through lead generation forms, remarketing pixels, or email lists — require compliance by both the agency and the client. From 1 January 2025, the Privacy and Other Legislation Amendment Act 2024 (Cth) strengthens individual rights and notification obligations, making it important that the marketing agreement addresses data handling responsibilities clearly. This template is suitable for digital marketing campaigns, social media management, SEO services, content marketing, traditional advertising, branding projects, and public relations engagements across all Australian states and territories, including New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, Western Australia, South Australia, Tasmania, the Australian Capital Territory, and the Northern Territory.
Personal Training Agreement (Australia)
Every personal trainer in Australia needs a clear written agreement before they work with a new client. A Personal Training Agreement protects you from disputes over unpaid sessions, last-minute cancellations, and injury claims — while also giving your client confidence that you operate professionally. Our Australian template covers all the essentials: session package details, fees and GST treatment, cancellation policy, pre-exercise health screening obligations, assumption of risk, professional indemnity insurance, privacy obligations under the Privacy Act, and termination rights. We have drafted this template in accordance with the Australian Consumer Law (which guarantees that services are rendered with due care and skill), Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA) pre-screening guidelines, and Fitness Australia industry standards. Download as PDF or Word with no account needed.
Pest Control Services Agreement (Australia)
A Pest Control Services Agreement is a written contract between a licensed pest management operator and a client that sets out the terms on which pest control treatments will be carried out. In Australia, this document is essential for both residential and commercial pest control engagements because it records the treatment plan, chemicals to be used, warranty period and conditions, client site preparation obligations, Work Health and Safety (WHS) duties, and the basis for re-treatment claims. Pest management in Australia is a licensed occupation regulated by state and territory legislation. In New South Wales, the Public Health Act 2010 (NSW) and the Public Health Regulation 2022 (NSW) govern pest management licensing. In Queensland, the Pest Management Act 2001 (QLD) establishes a licensing regime. Victoria regulates pest management under the Environment Protection Act 2017 (VIC) and pesticide regulations. South Australia operates under the Controlled Substances Act 1984 (SA). All states and territories require pest management technicians to hold a current licence before applying pesticides or providing pest management services for payment. A Pest Control Services Agreement should record the contractor's licence number to confirm their regulatory standing. The use of pesticides in Australia is regulated at the national level by the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA), which registers agricultural and veterinary chemical products under the Agricultural and Veterinary Chemicals Code Act 1994 (Cth). Under that Act and the Agricultural and Veterinary Chemicals Code Regulations 1995 (Cth), pesticides must be used strictly in accordance with the registered product label. Off-label use — applying a pesticide in a manner inconsistent with its label — is unlawful and may render any resulting damage uninsured. A Pest Control Services Agreement should specify the products to be used and confirm label compliance. Termite management is one of the most significant pest control engagements in Australia, where approximately one in five homes has current or past termite damage. Australian Standard AS 3660.1 (Termite Management — New Building Work) and AS 3660.2 (Termite Management — In and Around Existing Buildings and Structures) set out the minimum requirements for termite management systems. A termite chemical barrier must be installed in accordance with these standards and the APVMA product label to attract any manufacturer or contractor warranty. Warranty periods for chemical barriers commonly range from 5 to 8 years for products such as Termidor (fipronil). Work Health and Safety obligations are significant in pest control because technicians apply hazardous chemicals in occupied or semi-occupied premises. The Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (Cth) model legislation (adopted in all states and territories except Victoria and Western Australia, which have their own equivalent legislation) imposes duties on persons conducting a business or undertaking (PCBUs). Both the pest control operator as employer and the client as the person in control of the workplace have WHS duties. The client must notify the contractor of any known hazards at the premises and must ensure occupants vacate during treatment and comply with re-entry intervals specified on the pesticide label. Insurance is a critical component of any pest control engagement. Public liability insurance protects against third-party property damage or personal injury claims — a particular concern where pesticides are applied in occupied residential or commercial premises. Workers' compensation insurance is mandatory under state legislation for employees of the pest control business. This template is suitable for residential and commercial termite treatments, cockroach and rodent control, ant treatments, stored product pest management, flea and bed bug treatments, and ongoing preventative pest management programs across all Australian states and territories.
Photography Contract (Australia)
A professionally drafted Photography Contract for Australia protects both photographers and clients by clearly setting out the scope of services, deliverables, fees, copyright ownership, image licensing, privacy obligations, and cancellation terms in a legally sound document. Whether you are a wedding photographer, commercial photographer, portrait specialist, or event photographer, a written contract is essential to protect your creative work and your income. Copyright in photographs taken in Australia is governed by the Copyright Act 1968 (Cth). Under section 35 of the Act, the person who takes a photograph is the author of that photograph, and the author is the first owner of copyright — unless the photograph is taken in pursuance of a term of employment, in which case the employer owns copyright. This means that a freelance or independent photographer who takes photographs for a client owns the copyright in those photographs unless copyright is expressly assigned in writing. A photography contract that merely delivers images to a client does not automatically transfer copyright. If a client wants to own copyright, this must be stated explicitly in a written copyright assignment signed by the photographer. Most photography contracts grant the client a licence to use images rather than transferring copyright. The scope of that licence — personal use only, commercial use, exclusive or non-exclusive, time-limited or perpetual — should be clearly defined in the contract. For commercial photography, clients often require a broad commercial licence. For wedding and portrait photography, a personal use licence is typical, with the photographer retaining the right to use images in their portfolio. The Australian Consumer Law (ACL), which forms Schedule 2 of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth), applies to photography services supplied to consumers. Consumer guarantees under sections 60 and 61 of the ACL require that services be performed with due care and skill and be fit for any specified purpose. These guarantees cannot be excluded or limited by contract. However, section 64A permits a limitation of liability to resupply or refund for services supplied to businesses. Privacy is a significant consideration for photography services involving identifiable individuals. The Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) apply to businesses with an annual turnover exceeding $3 million, or to organisations that handle health information or biometric data. Australian Privacy Principle 3 (APP 3) regulates the collection of personal information, and photographs of identifiable individuals constitute personal information under the Act. Even for smaller photography businesses below the turnover threshold, good privacy practice requires obtaining consent before photographing identifiable individuals and being transparent about how images will be used. Where photography involves children, additional considerations arise. A parent or legal guardian must provide consent for the photography of a minor and for the use of images of that minor. Photographers working regularly with children should also consider whether a Working With Children Check (or equivalent) is required in their state or territory — requirements vary across Australia. Cancellation policies are commercially important for photographers who book sessions in advance and may turn down other work to reserve a date. A non-refundable booking deposit compensates the photographer for holding the date and declining other bookings. Scaled cancellation fees that increase as the event date approaches are commercially reasonable and are supported by general contract law principles in Australia, provided they represent a genuine pre-estimate of loss rather than a penalty. Model releases, though not universally required by law in Australia, are important for commercial photography where images will be used in advertising or marketing. Australia does not have a specific image rights or personality rights statute analogous to some US states, but using a person's image in advertising without consent may give rise to claims in passing off, misleading and deceptive conduct under the ACL, or breach of the Privacy Act. A model release clause in the photography contract is prudent for all commercial engagements. For photographers registered for GST, all invoices must be valid tax invoices under the A New Tax System (Goods and Services Tax) Act 1999 (Cth), and photography services are taxable supplies attracting 10% GST. The contract should clearly record whether the total fee is inclusive or exclusive of GST.
Quantity Surveyor Agreement (Australia)
Create a professional Quantity Surveyor Agreement for Australia. Covers scope of quantity surveying services, fees in AUD, AIQS standards, professional indemnity insurance, cost estimation, and tax depreciation schedule preparation under the Income Tax Assessment Act 1997 (Cth).
Recruitment Agency Agreement (Australia)
An Australian Recruitment Agency Agreement is a written contract between an employer (the Client) and a recruitment agency that sets out the terms on which the agency will provide candidate search, screening, and placement services. It covers the fee structure for permanent and temporary placements, rebate and replacement guarantees, privacy obligations under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth), exclusivity arrangements, direct hire fees, and the rights and obligations of both parties under the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth) and the Australian Consumer Law. What is a Recruitment Agency Agreement? A Recruitment Agency Agreement (also called a recruitment terms of business, a staffing agency agreement, or a headhunting agreement) is a commercial contract between an employer and a recruitment agency. It defines the services the agency will provide, the fees payable upon a successful placement, the rebate period (if a placed candidate leaves shortly after commencing employment), and the obligations of both parties regarding candidate information and privacy. A well-drafted recruitment agency agreement protects both the employer and the agency by setting clear expectations about fees, timelines, and what happens when a placement does not work out. In Australia, recruitment agency agreements are subject to the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth) (CCA), including the Australian Consumer Law (Schedule 2, ACL) and the competition law provisions prohibiting unconscionable conduct, misleading and deceptive conduct, and unfair contract terms. The Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) also impose significant obligations on both the employer and the recruitment agency regarding the collection, use, storage, and disclosure of candidates' personal information. When is a Recruitment Agency Agreement Needed? A Recruitment Agency Agreement is needed whenever an employer engages a recruitment agency to assist with finding and placing candidates. This includes: - Permanent placements: Where the agency introduces a candidate who is hired directly by the employer on a permanent or ongoing basis. - Temporary or contract placements: Where the agency supplies workers who remain employed by the agency but perform services for the employer. - Executive search (headhunting): Where the agency conducts a targeted search for senior or specialist candidates. - Volume recruitment: Where an employer engages an agency to fill multiple roles simultaneously. A written agreement is essential to avoid disputes about fees, particularly where multiple agencies are engaged for the same role (non-exclusive arrangements), where a candidate is introduced by the agency but subsequently hired directly by the employer, or where a placed candidate leaves shortly after commencing employment. Key Elements of an Australian Recruitment Agency Agreement A comprehensive Australian Recruitment Agency Agreement should include the following key elements: 1. Parties: Full legal names, ABNs, addresses, and contact details of both the employer (Client) and the recruitment agency. 2. Services: A description of the recruitment services to be provided, including the type of placement (permanent or temporary), the roles to be filled, and the scope of the agency's services (sourcing, screening, interviewing, reference checking). 3. Fee structure — permanent placements: The recruitment fee for permanent placements, typically calculated as a percentage of the candidate's first-year total remuneration package (TRP) inclusive of superannuation. The fee is exclusive of GST, which is payable at 10% under the A New Tax System (Goods and Services Tax) Act 1999 (Cth). Payment terms (e.g. 30 days from invoice) should be clearly stated. 4. Rebate or replacement guarantee: The period following a permanent placement during which the agency will provide a free replacement candidate or pro-rata refund if the placed candidate leaves or is terminated. This is a key commercial protection for employers. 5. Temporary placement arrangements: If the agency also provides temporary or contract workers, the charge rate structure (including the agency's margin on top of the worker's base pay, superannuation, on-costs, and GST) and invoicing arrangements. 6. Privacy and candidate information: Both parties' obligations to handle candidate personal information in compliance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs). The employer must not use candidate information for any purpose other than assessing suitability for the specific role. 7. Exclusivity and direct hire: Whether the engagement is exclusive (only this agency can fill the role) or non-exclusive (other agencies can also be engaged). The direct hire or conversion fee that applies if the employer hires a candidate introduced by the agency without paying the placement fee. 8. Non-solicitation: The period during which the employer must not hire the agency's consultants or directly engage candidates introduced by the agency without payment of the agreed fee. 9. Warranties and liability: The agency's warranty to provide services with due care and skill under the Australian Consumer Law, and any limitation of the agency's liability for unsuitable placements. 10. Anti-discrimination compliance: Both parties' obligations to comply with the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) and applicable Commonwealth and state anti-discrimination legislation during the recruitment process. This template is suitable for employers and recruitment agencies operating across all Australian states and territories, including New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, Western Australia, South Australia, Tasmania, the Australian Capital Territory, and the Northern Territory.
Retainer Agreement (Australia)
Create a professional Retainer Agreement for Australia covering ongoing professional services — solicitor, accountant, consultant, or other adviser retained on a monthly basis. Includes retainer fee and GST treatment, hourly rate for out-of-scope work, scope of services, conflict of interest provisions, confidentiality, Privacy Act 1988 obligations, limitation of liability, fee adjustment mechanism, and termination rights. Compliant with the Australian Consumer Law and applicable professional standards across all states and territories.
SaaS Agreement (Australia)
A Software as a Service (SaaS) agreement is the foundation of every cloud-based software subscription business. Whether you are an Australian startup offering your first B2B platform or an established provider expanding your customer base, having a professionally drafted SaaS agreement is essential to protect your intellectual property, manage your liability, ensure privacy law compliance, and set clear expectations with customers about service levels, payment, and data handling. An Australian SaaS Agreement differs in important respects from equivalent agreements used in the United Kingdom or the United States. Australian law imposes obligations that cannot be contracted out of, particularly under the Australian Consumer Law (ACL), the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth), and the Spam Act 2003 (Cth). A SaaS agreement that simply adopts a US or UK template without adapting it for the Australian legal environment may be unenforceable in key respects and may expose the provider to regulatory risk. The Australian Consumer Law (ACL), being Schedule 2 to the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth), is one of the most significant considerations for SaaS providers. Sections 23 to 28 of the ACL prohibit unfair contract terms in standard form contracts with consumers and, since November 2023, with small businesses. A term in a SaaS agreement is unfair if it would cause a significant imbalance in the parties' rights and obligations arising under the contract, is not reasonably necessary to protect the legitimate interests of the party advantaged by the term, and would cause detriment to a party if it were relied on. Commonly challenged terms include broad indemnities, unilateral variation rights, and automatic renewal clauses with short cancellation windows. Under the Treasury Laws Amendment (More Competition, Better Prices) Act 2022 (Cth), unfair terms in standard form contracts are now void and attract significant civil penalties. The Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) govern how personal information is collected, used, disclosed, and secured by APP entities. A SaaS provider who collects personal information from customers or who processes personal information on behalf of customers must comply with the APPs. Of particular importance are APP 1 (open and transparent management of personal information), APP 3 (collection of personal information), APP 6 (use or disclosure of personal information), APP 8 (cross-border disclosure of personal information), APP 11 (security of personal information), and APPs 12 and 13 (access to and correction of personal information). The agreement should address who owns customer data, how the provider will secure it consistent with APP 11, and what happens to the data on termination. The Spam Act 2003 (Cth) prohibits the sending of unsolicited commercial electronic messages to Australian accounts. SaaS providers who send marketing emails or in-app notifications to customers must have explicit or inferred consent and must include a functioning unsubscribe mechanism. The agreement should confirm that the provider will comply with the Spam Act 2003 in relation to any electronic communications sent in connection with the service. Australia does not have an equivalent of the EU GDPR's data processing agreement regime. However, where a SaaS provider processes personal information on behalf of a customer, it is best practice to include equivalent contractual protections addressing handling instructions, security obligations, sub-processor disclosure, breach notification, and data return or deletion on termination. Service level agreements (SLAs) specifying uptime commitments are a standard feature of SaaS agreements. A meaningful SLA will specify the uptime percentage, how downtime is measured, what events are excluded (such as scheduled maintenance and factors beyond the provider's control), and what remedy is available to the customer for a breach of the SLA. A service credit regime — where the customer receives a credit against future invoices for periods of downtime exceeding the SLA threshold — is the most common remedy. Subscription pricing in AUD, GST provisions complying with the A New Tax System (Goods and Services Tax) Act 1999 (Cth), auto-renewal with appropriate notice periods, and the right to increase fees on renewal are all standard commercial terms in Australian SaaS agreements. The agreement should also address what happens to customer data on termination, including a grace period for data export before deletion. This Australian SaaS Agreement template addresses all key commercial and legal issues: ACL compliance including unfair contract terms considerations, Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and APP obligations, Spam Act 2003 compliance, customer data ownership and security, SLA uptime commitments, AUD subscription pricing with GST, auto-renewal and cancellation, IP protection, limitation of liability, confidentiality, and governing law.
Security Services Agreement (Australia)
A Security Services Agreement is a written contract between a licensed security company and a client that sets out the terms on which security guard, patrol, crowd control, or monitoring services will be provided. In Australia, this document is essential for any commercial engagement of security services because security personnel operate in legally sensitive environments — exercising powers of search, detention, and use of force — and the written agreement records the scope of deployment, licence credentials, incident reporting obligations, insurance requirements, and the basis for fee payment and termination. The security industry in Australia is comprehensively regulated by state and territory legislation. In New South Wales, the Security Industry Act 1997 (NSW) establishes the licensing framework administered by the Security Licensing and Enforcement Directorate (SLED) within NSW Police. Victoria is governed by the Private Security Act 2004 (VIC). Queensland operates under the Security Providers Act 1993 (QLD). Similar legislation applies in Western Australia, South Australia, Tasmania, the Australian Capital Territory, and the Northern Territory. All jurisdictions require security operators to hold a current master licence (or security firm licence) and all individual security officers to hold individual security officer licences before performing security work for payment. The relevant penalties for unlicensed security work range from significant fines to imprisonment. The Security Services Industry Award 2020 — a Modern Award under the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) — sets out the minimum employment conditions for security officers employed in the security industry, including minimum hourly rates, penalty rates for shift work, overtime, and public holiday pay. Security companies bidding for commercial contracts must ensure their fee structure is sufficient to comply with Award obligations. Under the Fair Work Act, clients may be liable for underpayments to security officers in certain circumstances under the labour hire licensing and supply chain liability provisions. Work Health and Safety obligations are particularly acute in security services. Security officers frequently encounter volatile individuals, work night shifts, and perform access control in environments with crowd safety risks. The Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (Cth) model law (adopted in all jurisdictions except Victoria, which has the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (VIC), and Western Australia, which has the Work Health and Safety Act 2020 (WA)) imposes duties on both the security company as employer and the client as the person in control of the workplace. Security Services Agreements should clearly document the WHS consultation obligations of both parties, hazard disclosure requirements, and fatigue management for officers working extended or night shifts. Privacy considerations are significant because security operations commonly involve CCTV surveillance, collection of personal information about individuals entering or exiting premises, and maintenance of incident reports. The Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles regulate how personal information is collected, used, stored, and disclosed. CCTV footage containing images of identifiable individuals is personal information under the Privacy Act. Clients who deploy CCTV through their security contractor must ensure the system is lawfully operated, appropriately signposted, and that footage is retained only for the period required by law. Incident reporting is a critical component of security operations. Security officers must prepare written incident reports for all significant occurrences including use of force, injury to any person, property damage, and police attendance. In some states, licensed security officers are required to maintain a daily occurrence log. These records have significant legal importance in the event of subsequent litigation, coronial inquiries, or WHS investigations. This template is suitable for static guarding, mobile patrol, crowd control at events, CCTV monitoring, key holder and alarm response services, and access control management across all Australian states and territories, including retail, hospitality, residential, commercial, industrial, and healthcare settings.
Service Agreement (Australia)
Create a comprehensive Australian Service Agreement compliant with the Australian Consumer Law (Schedule 2 of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth)) and the common law of contract. Covers scope of services, GST-inclusive or exclusive fees, payment terms, consumer guarantees, intellectual property ownership, confidentiality, Privacy Act 1988 obligations, limitation of liability, and termination rights. Suitable for consultants, freelancers, agencies, and businesses providing services to other businesses or consumers across all Australian states and territories.
Service Contract for Cleaning Services (Australia)
A professionally drafted Service Contract for Cleaning Services provides a comprehensive legal foundation for cleaning businesses and their clients across Australia, covering commercial and residential cleaning engagements of all types. Whether you operate as a sole trader cleaner, a cleaning franchise, an end-of-lease specialist, or a large commercial cleaning company, a properly structured written contract protects your business, reduces disputes, and ensures both parties understand their rights and obligations before work begins. In Australia, cleaning service contracts are governed principally by the Australian Consumer Law (ACL), which is Schedule 2 of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth). The ACL applies in all states and territories and implies mandatory consumer guarantees into every contract for services supplied to consumers. Under sections 60 to 62 of the ACL, cleaning services must be performed with due care and skill, must be fit for any particular purpose made known to the supplier, and must be completed within a reasonable time where no time is agreed. These guarantees are non-excludable — any term in a cleaning contract that attempts to exclude them is void under section 64 of the ACL. Since 9 November 2023, the ACL's unfair contract terms provisions (Part 2-3) have been extended to apply to small business contracts, meaning that standard form cleaning contracts used with small business clients may be scrutinised for unfair terms. A term is unfair if it creates a significant imbalance in the parties' rights and obligations, is not reasonably necessary to protect legitimate interests, and would cause detriment if relied upon. Cleaning businesses should ensure their standard contracts are balanced and transparent. Work health and safety obligations are a critical feature of any cleaning contract in Australia. Under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (Cth) and its state and territory equivalents — including the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (NSW), the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (VIC), the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (QLD), and similar legislation across other jurisdictions — cleaning businesses have a primary duty of care to ensure the health and safety of their workers. Clients who control a workplace also have duties as persons in control of a business or undertaking (PCBUs). A cleaning contract should address access, hazard disclosure, and WHS compliance to protect both parties. Public liability insurance is essential for cleaning businesses. The industry standard minimum is $10,000,000 per occurrence. Many commercial property managers, body corporate operators, and facility managers will not permit a cleaning contractor on site without a current certificate of currency. If the cleaning business employs workers, workers' compensation insurance is mandatory under state and territory legislation, including the Workers Compensation Act 1987 (NSW), the Workplace Injury Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 2013 (VIC), and equivalent legislation in each jurisdiction. GST applies to cleaning services at 10% where the provider is registered for GST. Registration is compulsory for businesses with annual GST turnover of $75,000 or more under the A New Tax System (Goods and Services Tax) Act 1999 (Cth). Valid tax invoices must include the provider's ABN, separately identify the GST amount, and comply with the GST Act. The cleaning contract must clearly state whether the agreed rate is inclusive or exclusive of GST to prevent invoicing disputes. For residential cleaning, privacy considerations are particularly important because cleaners work inside clients' homes and may observe or have access to personal property and confidential information. The Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and its 13 Australian Privacy Principles apply to businesses with annual turnover exceeding $3 million, but best practice requires all cleaning businesses to maintain confidentiality obligations regardless of size. The cleaning contract should include explicit confidentiality provisions binding the cleaner and its personnel. End-of-lease and bond cleaning is a common source of disputes between tenants, landlords, and cleaning companies. State residential tenancy legislation — including the Residential Tenancies Act 2010 (NSW), the Residential Tenancies Act 1997 (VIC), and equivalent legislation across Australia — governs bond deductions and the required standard of cleanliness. A detailed scope of work, photographic records before and after cleaning, and a clear contract are the best protections for cleaning businesses in this segment. This template is suitable for use across all Australian states and territories and for both one-time and ongoing cleaning arrangements. The governing law clause allows the parties to select the applicable jurisdiction, and the dispute resolution clause directs parties to state consumer protection authorities as the first step in resolving any dispute.
Daycare Service Contract (Australia)
Create a Daycare Service Contract for Australia covering childcare services provided by approved child care centres, family day care, and in-home care providers. Compliant with the Education and Care Services National Law, National Quality Framework, Child Care Subsidy requirements (Family Assistance Law), and the Australian Consumer Law. Covers enrolment, fees, Child Care Subsidy, policies, and termination.
Electrical Service Contract (Australia)
A professionally drafted Electrical Service Contract provides the legal foundation for licensed electricians and their clients across Australia, addressing the mandatory licensing, compliance certification, wiring standards, safety switch testing, and work health and safety requirements that govern all electrical work in every Australian state and territory. Whether you are a licensed electrical contractor performing residential installation work, a commercial electrician maintaining a factory's power systems, or an electrical business undertaking solar PV installation or switchboard upgrades, a comprehensive written electrical service contract protects your business, manages liability, and demonstrates compliance with Australia's strict electrical safety laws. All electrical work in Australia must be performed by or under the direct supervision of a person who holds a current and valid electrical contractor licence and electrical worker licence (or equivalent) issued by the relevant state or territory licensing authority. Performing unlicensed electrical work is a criminal offence in all Australian jurisdictions and creates a serious risk to life and property. Licensing is administered by different bodies in each jurisdiction: in New South Wales, by NSW Fair Trading under the Home Building Act 1989 (NSW) and the Electricity (Consumer Safety) Act 2004 (NSW); in Victoria, by Energy Safe Victoria under the Electricity Safety Act 1998 (VIC); in Queensland, by the Electrical Safety Office under the Electrical Safety Act 2002 (QLD); in Western Australia, by the Energy Policy WA division under the Electricity (Licensing) Regulations 1991 (WA); and by equivalent bodies in South Australia, Tasmania, the ACT, and the Northern Territory. An electrical service contract must prominently record the electrician's contractor licence number and the issuing jurisdiction. The AS/NZS 3000:2018 Wiring Rules (commonly called the Wiring Rules) is the primary technical standard for electrical installations in Australia and New Zealand and is called up by the applicable electrical safety legislation in all states and territories. All electrical installation work must comply with the Wiring Rules and with any additional requirements imposed by the relevant network distributor, state or territory legislation, and Australian Standards such as AS/NZS 3012 (construction site safety), AS/NZS 4836 (safe working on low-voltage electrical installations), and AS/NZS 3820 (essential requirements for electrical equipment). Upon completion of prescribed electrical work, licensed electricians in all Australian states and territories are required to issue a compliance certificate — variously known as a Certificate of Compliance for Electrical Work (CCEW) in New South Wales and Queensland, a Certificate of Electrical Safety (CES) in Victoria, an Electrical Certificate of Compliance (ECC) in Western Australia, South Australia, and Tasmania, or an equivalent document in the ACT and Northern Territory. The compliance certificate confirms that the electrical work has been inspected and complies with the applicable wiring rules and electrical safety legislation. Failure to issue the required compliance certificate is a breach of the electrician's licensing obligations. An electrical service contract must commit the electrician to issuing the required compliance certificate upon completion of prescribed work. Safety switches — also known as Residual Current Devices (RCDs) — are mandatory in Australian residences for power circuits under applicable state and territory electrical safety regulations and the Energy Networks Association's Service and Installation Rules. Under the Wiring Rules and applicable state legislation, all new and substantially altered power and lighting circuits in residential premises must be protected by a safety switch (RCD) that trips within the required time limit (typically 300 milliseconds or less for a 30 mA device). Electrical contractors performing work in residential premises must test all existing safety switches and ensure all new circuits are protected. An electrical service contract for residential work should explicitly address the safety switch testing obligations. The Australian Consumer Law (Schedule 2 of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth)) applies to electrical services supplied to consumers. Non-excludable consumer guarantees under sections 60 to 62 of the ACL require that electrical services be performed with due care and skill, be fit for any particular purpose made known to the electrician, and be completed within a reasonable time. Electrical components and fittings — including switchboards, circuit breakers, safety switches, cabling, and power outlets — must be of acceptable quality under section 54 of the ACL. Work health and safety obligations apply to licensed electricians as PCBUs (persons conducting a business or undertaking) under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (Cth) and its state and territory equivalents. Electrical work involves significant physical hazards — exposed live conductors, arc flash, proximity to the network's supply side, asbestos in meter boxes of older buildings, confined spaces, and work at height. The Safe Work Australia Code of Practice for Electrical Safety in the Workplace and the applicable state or territory electrical safety regulations set out the procedures that must be followed to de-energise, isolate, and test electrical circuits before work commences. The contract should address the client's duty to disclose known hazards. GST applies to electrical services at 10% under the A New Tax System (Goods and Services Tax) Act 1999 (Cth) where the electrician is registered for GST. The contract must clearly state whether fees are inclusive or exclusive of GST. This template is suitable for use by licensed electrical contractors, electrical companies, and sole trader electricians across all Australian states and territories for residential, commercial, and industrial electrical installations, maintenance, switchboard upgrades, solar PV systems, safety switch installation and testing, and emergency electrical work.
Flooring Service Contract (Australia)
Create a Flooring Service Contract for Australia covering supply and installation of hardwood, laminate, vinyl, carpet, and tile flooring. Compliant with the Australian Consumer Law, Home Building Act (NSW), Domestic Building Contracts Act (VIC), and Australian Standards for flooring installation. Covers materials, subfloor preparation, installation scope, warranties, and payment terms.
Handyman Service Contract (Australia)
A professionally drafted Handyman Service Contract provides the legal foundation for handyman businesses and their clients across Australia, addressing the licensing thresholds, minor trade work limitations, fee structures, materials policy, warranty, and work health and safety requirements that apply to general maintenance and repair services. Whether you are an experienced handyman performing property maintenance for a residential homeowner, a property management company engaging a handyman for a rental portfolio, or a strata body corporate organising minor repairs to common property, a written handyman service contract protects all parties and ensures clarity about the scope of work, costs, and the important licensing boundaries that apply to handyman work in Australia. The most important regulatory issue for handyman services in Australia is the licensing threshold. In New South Wales, a contractor licence issued by NSW Fair Trading under the Home Building Act 1989 (NSW) is required for any single item of residential building work (including maintenance and repair to a dwelling, or to any part of a property used as a residence) where the total contract price is $5,000 or more (including GST). Where the work is below $5,000, a contractor licence is not required, but the work must still be performed in a good and workmanlike manner. Critically, in NSW, a handyman must not artificially split a single item of work into multiple invoices below $5,000 to circumvent the licensing requirement — this is an offence under the Home Building Act 1989 (NSW). In Victoria, the Domestic Building Contracts Act 1995 (VIC) and the Building Act 1993 (VIC) impose equivalent requirements at different thresholds, and the Victorian Building Authority (VBA) administers licensing. In Queensland, the Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC) administers licensing under the Queensland Building and Construction Commission Act 1991 (QLD). In Western Australia, the Building Services (Registration) Act 2011 (WA) applies. South Australia, Tasmania, the ACT, and the Northern Territory have their own equivalent licensing frameworks. Regardless of the contract value and regardless of what any state's licensing threshold might be, certain trade work is always restricted to licensed tradespeople and must never be performed by an unlicensed handyman. Electrical installation, alteration, and repair work must always be performed by a licensed electrician under a separate electrical service contract, in compliance with the AS/NZS 3000:2018 Wiring Rules and the applicable state or territory electrical safety legislation. Plumbing and drainage work must always be performed by a licensed plumber. Gas fitting work must always be performed by a licensed gas fitter. These restrictions exist regardless of the dollar value of the work. An unlicensed handyman who performs electrical, plumbing, or gas work puts lives at risk, commits a criminal offence, and may invalidate the property owner's building and contents insurance. A handyman service contract should explicitly list these exclusions and require the client to engage separate licensed tradespeople for any such work. The Australian Consumer Law (Schedule 2 of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth)) applies to handyman services supplied to consumers. Non-excludable consumer guarantees under sections 60 to 62 of the ACL require that handyman services be performed with due care and skill, materials be of acceptable quality, and work be completed within a reasonable time. These guarantees apply regardless of any contractual limitation and cannot be excluded by the handyman contract. Handyman services may be charged on a fixed price, hourly rate, or time and materials basis. The fee structure should be clearly documented in the contract, including the hourly rate, an estimate of the anticipated time to complete the agreed scope, and the policy for materials — whether included in the fixed price, charged at cost with a handling fee, or to be supplied by the client. For hourly rate engagements, the handyman should commit to notifying the client if the work is expected to take significantly longer than the estimate, to avoid disputed invoices. Work health and safety obligations apply to handyman operators as PCBUs (persons conducting a business or undertaking) under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (Cth) and applicable state or territory WHS legislation. Handyman work involves common physical hazards including working at height on ladders, manual handling of heavy materials, and working in environments that may contain asbestos-containing materials in pre-1990 buildings. The client, as a person with management or control of the workplace, has a duty to disclose known hazards before work commences. Public liability insurance is essential for handyman businesses. The risk of property damage or personal injury caused by a handyman's work — a ladder falling through a skylight, damage to concealed pipes or cables, or a repaired item failing — is real and the financial consequences can be significant. A handyman contract should require the handyman to maintain public liability insurance with adequate cover and to provide evidence of insurance on request. This template is suitable for use by handyman businesses, sole trader maintenance operators, and property maintenance companies across all Australian states and territories for residential maintenance, property management maintenance, strata body corporate minor repairs, commercial premises maintenance, and rental property maintenance services.
Service Contract for Landscaping Services (Australia)
A professionally drafted Service Contract for Landscaping Services establishes a clear and legally sound framework for residential and commercial landscaping engagements across Australia, covering design and construction projects, ongoing garden maintenance, turf management, irrigation installation, paving, retaining walls, and tree and hedge services. Whether you are a sole trader gardener, a landscaping company, or a large commercial grounds maintenance contractor, a comprehensive written contract reduces disputes, manages liability, and ensures both parties understand their legal obligations before work begins. Landscaping contracts in Australia are governed by a combination of the Australian Consumer Law (ACL), the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (Cth) and its state and territory equivalents, building and contractor licensing regimes, and general contract law principles. Each of these legal frameworks creates specific obligations that a well-drafted landscaping contract must address. The Australian Consumer Law (Schedule 2 of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth)) applies to all landscaping services supplied to consumers. Mandatory consumer guarantees under sections 60 to 62 of the ACL require that landscaping services be performed with due care and skill, be fit for any particular purpose made known to the landscaper, and be completed within a reasonable time. These guarantees are non-excludable. Additionally, any materials supplied in connection with the services — such as plants, soil, mulch, pavers, or irrigation fittings — must be of acceptable quality under section 54 of the ACL. Since 9 November 2023, the ACL's unfair contract terms provisions extend to small business contracts, meaning landscaping contracts used with small business clients must not contain unfair terms. Licensing requirements for landscaping work vary across Australian states and territories. In New South Wales, certain landscaping work that involves construction — such as retaining walls above 600mm in height, swimming pool surrounds, or paving structures above a cost threshold — may require a Home Building Act contractor licence from NSW Fair Trading. In Victoria, domestic building work above $10,000 (previously $5,000) requires a registration with the Victorian Building Authority (VBA) under the Domestic Building Contracts Act 1995 (VIC). In Queensland, residential construction work above $3,300 requires a Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC) licence under the Queensland Building and Construction Commission Act 1991 (QLD). Western Australia has similar requirements under the Building Services (Registration) Act 2011 (WA). Landscapers should confirm their licensing obligations in the applicable state or territory before entering into contracts above the relevant threshold. Work health and safety obligations are a critical feature of landscaping contracts. Under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (Cth) and its state and territory equivalents — including the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (VIC) and the Work Health and Safety Act 2020 (WA) — landscaping businesses have a primary duty of care as persons conducting a business or undertaking (PCBUs) to ensure the health and safety of their workers. Clients who control workplaces have complementary duties. A landscaping contract should address hazard disclosure obligations (including asbestos, underground utilities, and overhead power lines), safe site access, and the landscaper's compliance with applicable WHS legislation. The issue of material specification and quality is particularly important in landscaping because many disputes arise from clients expecting premium materials at standard prices, or from variations in the appearance of natural materials such as stone, timber, and plants. The landscaping contract should identify specified materials, brands, or grades where possible and include a variation clause requiring written approval before any substitution is made. Plant survival warranties are a sensitive area in landscaping contracts. Landscapers can warrant that plants are of acceptable quality at the time of planting, but survival of plants after handover depends on irrigation, soil conditions, weather, pests, and maintenance — all factors outside the landscaper's control after the project is complete. The contract should clearly distinguish between the workmanship warranty (for which the landscaper is responsible) and plant survival beyond the handover date (for which the client bears responsibility, subject to the ACL consumer guarantees). Local council approvals and development consents are the client's responsibility in most landscaping projects. Works such as tree removal, retaining walls above a height threshold, and significant earthworks may require development approval or a tree removal permit under applicable state planning legislation and local government regulations. The landscaping contract should clearly allocate this responsibility to the client and make commencement of works conditional on the receipt of required approvals. GST applies to landscaping services at 10% where the landscaper is registered for GST under the A New Tax System (Goods and Services Tax) Act 1999 (Cth). Registration is compulsory for businesses with annual GST turnover of $75,000 or more. The landscaping contract must clearly state whether the quoted fee is inclusive or exclusive of GST and must provide for the issue of valid tax invoices including the landscaper's ABN. This template is suitable for use across all Australian states and territories for both one-time landscaping projects and ongoing garden maintenance arrangements.
Moving Service Contract (Australia)
Create a Moving Service Contract for Australia covering residential and commercial relocations. Compliant with the Australian Consumer Law (Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth)), Australian Furniture Removers Association (AFRA) standards, and the Australian Road Rules. Covers moving date, inventory, insurance, liability for damage, payment terms, and cancellation policy.
Service Contract for Painting Services (Australia)
A professionally drafted Service Contract for Painting Services provides the legal foundation for painting contractors and their clients across Australia, addressing the regulatory, licensing, warranty, and work health and safety requirements that apply to residential and commercial painting work. Whether you are a painting contractor undertaking an exterior repaint of a home, a commercial painting company working on a strata building, or an individual painter providing interior decoration services, a comprehensive written painting contract protects your business, manages liability, and ensures compliance with Australian consumer law. Painting is a regulated trade in several Australian jurisdictions. In New South Wales, painting work performed under a contract where the total contract price is $5,000 or more (including GST) is residential building work that requires the contractor to hold a contractor licence or tradesperson certificate issued by NSW Fair Trading under the Home Building Act 1989 (NSW). In Queensland, painting performed as part of a building project requires compliance with the Queensland Building and Construction Commission Act 1991 (QLD) and the licensing framework administered by the QBCC. In Victoria, painting work forming part of domestic building work is regulated under the Domestic Building Contracts Act 1995 (VIC) and the Building Act 1993 (VIC). In Western Australia, painting contractors must hold a licence issued by the Building and Energy division of the Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety under the Building Services (Registration) Act 2011 (WA). South Australia, Tasmania, the Northern Territory, and the Australian Capital Territory have their own equivalent licensing and registration requirements. A painting service contract should record the contractor's licence number and issuing jurisdiction. The Australian Consumer Law (Schedule 2 of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth)) applies to painting services supplied to consumers. Non-excludable consumer guarantees under sections 60 to 62 of the ACL require that painting services be performed with due care and skill, be fit for any particular purpose made known to the painter, and be completed within a reasonable time. Paints and coating materials supplied by the painter — including primers, undercoats, and topcoats — must be of acceptable quality under section 54 of the ACL. These guarantees apply regardless of any contractual limitation, and a painting contract must not attempt to exclude them. For residential painting work where the contractor holds a licence in NSW, the Home Building Act 1989 (NSW) implies statutory warranties that work will be done with due care and skill, using suitable materials, in accordance with applicable laws, and will be reasonably fit for the specified purpose. These statutory warranties survive completion and apply for the periods prescribed by the Act — currently 6 years for major defects and 2 years for minor defects. A colour schedule is a critical element of any painting contract. Disputes about colour — including claims that the final colour does not match the agreed colour, batch variation between paint tins, or sheen differences between test patches and full coats — are among the most common sources of painting disputes. A comprehensive painting service contract should include a detailed colour schedule specifying the paint brand, product name, colour code or name, sheen level, and number of coats for each surface or area. This document becomes part of the contract and protects both the painter and the client against misunderstandings. Surface preparation is the foundation of any quality paint job and should be explicitly described in the contract scope. Inadequate preparation — failure to wash surfaces, sand, fill cracks, or prime bare timber — is a leading cause of premature paint failure and disputes. The contract should specify what preparation is included, such as pressure washing, sanding, scraping of loose paint, filling, caulking, and priming, and what is excluded. Where work is performed on pre-1978 buildings, lead-based paint may be present and requires safe handling in accordance with the Safe Work Australia Code of Practice for Managing and Controlling Asbestos in the Workplace and applicable WHS legislation. Work at height is inherent in exterior painting work. Painting contractors must comply with the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (Cth) and applicable state or territory WHS legislation when working on ladders, scaffolding, or elevated work platforms. The Code of Practice for Managing the Risk of Falls at Workplaces published by Safe Work Australia sets out the hierarchy of controls for working at height. The contract should address the painter's obligations to implement appropriate fall prevention controls. GST applies to painting services at 10% under the A New Tax System (Goods and Services Tax) Act 1999 (Cth) where the painter is registered for GST. The contract must clearly state whether the quoted price is inclusive or exclusive of GST. For larger painting projects, a deposit of 10%–20% is customary, and progress payments may be agreed for multi-stage projects. This template is suitable for use by painting contractors, painting companies, and sole trader painters across all Australian states and territories for residential interior and exterior painting, commercial painting, strata painting, roof painting, protective and industrial coatings, and restoration projects.
Service Contract for Photography Services (Australia)
A professionally drafted Service Contract for Photography Services protects both photographers and their clients across Australia by establishing clear legal terms for event, wedding, commercial, and portrait photography engagements. Disputes over copyright ownership, image delivery timeframes, cancellation fees, and the use of photographs are among the most common legal problems facing Australian photographers — and a well-drafted written contract is the most effective tool for preventing them. The fundamental intellectual property issue in every photography engagement is copyright ownership. Under the Copyright Act 1968 (Cth), copyright in a photograph vests in the author — the person who takes the photograph — as an original artistic work (s 35(1)). Where a photographer is engaged as an independent contractor to photograph a wedding, event, or commercial product, copyright in those photographs belongs to the photographer, not the client, unless there is a written assignment. This is in contrast to employees, where section 35(6) of the Copyright Act provides that copyright in works made in the course of employment vests in the employer. The critical practical implication is that a client who pays thousands of dollars for wedding photography may not legally own the photographs without an express written copyright assignment. The photographer may, as the copyright owner, exercise moral rights under Part IX of the Copyright Act 1968 (Cth), including the right of attribution (s 193) — the right to be identified as the author of the work — and the right of integrity (s 195AI) — the right not to have the work subjected to derogatory treatment. A photography service contract should address both economic rights (ownership or licence) and moral rights (attribution, credit). For many photography engagements, a licence arrangement is more appropriate than an outright assignment. Under a licence, the photographer retains copyright and grants the client specific rights of use — for example, personal use, social media sharing, or print reproduction. A commercial photography client may require broader rights including advertising use, third-party sublicensing, or print media publication. The scope, duration, geographic extent, and exclusivity of any licence must be clearly specified in the contract to avoid disputes. The Australian Consumer Law (Schedule 2 of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth)) implies mandatory consumer guarantees into photography service contracts. Sections 60 to 62 of the ACL guarantee that photography services will be performed with due care and skill, will be fit for any particular purpose made known to the photographer, and will be completed within a reasonable time. These guarantees cannot be excluded. For consumer engagements such as wedding photography, a client who is dissatisfied with the quality of the photographs may be entitled to a remedy under the ACL. Cancellation and postponement policies are critical in photography contracts, particularly for weddings and large events where the photographer blocks out an entire day and cannot accept other bookings for that date. A non-refundable deposit represents consideration for the photographer's availability and constitutes a genuine pre-estimate of loss on cancellation. Australian courts and tribunals have generally upheld proportionate cancellation fees in photography contracts where they represent a genuine pre-estimate of the photographer's expected loss and are not unconscionable. For wedding and event photography, the photographer should address the risk that unforeseen circumstances — including equipment failure, illness, or force majeure events such as a government-mandated lockdown — prevent performance of the contract. Appropriate clauses addressing these scenarios, including provisions for substitute photographers and deposit credit arrangements, are essential features of a professional wedding photography contract. The Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the 13 Australian Privacy Principles regulate the handling of personal information. Where a photographer collects personal information about subjects — including images of individuals — privacy obligations must be considered. Published images of individuals may also engage the right to privacy as recognised by Australian common law in some circumstances, and require subject consent before use in commercial contexts. This template is suitable for wedding photographers, event photographers, commercial photographers, portrait studios, real estate photographers, and editorial photographers working across all Australian states and territories.
Service Contract for Plumbing Services (Australia)
A professionally drafted Service Contract for Plumbing Services provides the legal foundation for licensed plumbing contractors and their clients across Australia, addressing the unique regulatory, licensing, and compliance requirements that apply to plumbing work under each state and territory's legislation. Whether you are a licensed plumber undertaking residential repairs, a commercial plumbing contractor, or a gas fitting specialist, a comprehensive written contract protects your business, manages liability, and ensures compliance with the mandatory requirements of Australian plumbing law. All plumbing work in Australia must be performed by a person who holds a current and valid plumbing licence issued by the relevant state or territory licensing authority. Licensing is not optional — performing unlicensed plumbing work is a criminal offence in all jurisdictions. The licensing framework varies by state and territory. In New South Wales, plumbing and drainage work requires a plumbing contractor licence or a tradesperson certificate issued by NSW Fair Trading under the Home Building Act 1989 (NSW) and the Plumbing and Drainage Act 2011 (NSW). In Victoria, plumbing work is regulated under the Plumbing Regulations 2018 (VIC) and requires a licence or permit issued by the Victorian Building Authority (VBA) under the Building Act 1993 (VIC). In Queensland, plumbing and drainage licensing is administered under the Plumbing and Drainage Act 2018 (QLD) by the Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC). In Western Australia, licensing is administered by the Plumbers Licensing Board under the Plumbers Licensing and Plumbing Standards Regulations 2000 (WA). South Australia, Tasmania, the Australian Capital Territory, and the Northern Territory have their own equivalent licensing schemes. A plumbing service contract should prominently record the plumber's licence number and the issuing jurisdiction to give the client confidence and to document the contractor's compliance. Notifiable plumbing and drainage work — commonly called regulated or licensed plumbing work — must be inspected and certified by the issuing authority in most Australian jurisdictions. Upon completion of notifiable work, the licensed plumber is required to issue a Certificate of Compliance (in NSW), a Certificate of Final Inspection (in VIC), or an equivalent compliance certificate in other jurisdictions, confirming that the work has been performed in accordance with applicable standards. The Australian Plumbing Code — principally AS/NZS 3500 National Plumbing and Drainage — sets the minimum technical standards for all plumbing and drainage work. A plumbing service contract should identify whether compliance certificates are required and commit the plumber to issuing them as required by law. The Australian Consumer Law (Schedule 2 of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth)) applies to plumbing services supplied to consumers. Non-excludable consumer guarantees under sections 60 to 62 of the ACL require that plumbing services be performed with due care and skill, be fit for any particular purpose made known to the plumber, and be completed within a reasonable time. Materials supplied — including fixtures, fittings, pipes, and hot water systems — must be of acceptable quality under section 54 of the ACL. These guarantees apply regardless of any contractual limitation, and a plumbing contract must not attempt to exclude them. For residential plumbing and home building work, additional statutory warranties may be implied by state-specific domestic building legislation. In New South Wales, the Home Building Act 1989 (NSW) implies warranties that plumbing work will be done with due care and skill, using suitable materials, in accordance with applicable laws, and will be reasonably fit for the specified purpose. These statutory warranties survive completion and apply for the periods prescribed by the Act — currently 6 years for major defects and 2 years for minor defects. Work health and safety obligations apply to licensed plumbers as PCBUs (persons conducting a business or undertaking) under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (Cth) and its state and territory equivalents. Plumbing work involves significant physical hazards — confined spaces, asbestos-containing materials in older buildings, lead pipes, high-pressure water, electricity proximity, and gas — and the contract should address the client's duty to disclose known hazards and the plumber's WHS compliance obligations. Exposure to asbestos-containing materials is a particular risk for plumbers working in pre-1990 buildings, and the client should disclose any known asbestos presence before work begins. Emergency and after-hours plumbing engagements — burst pipes, blocked drains, gas leaks, and flooding — require specific contract provisions because the normal process of obtaining multiple quotes, reviewing terms, and negotiating is impractical. Emergency call-out rates and after-hours charges must be disclosed to the client before work commences, consistent with the ACL requirement that service suppliers provide clear pricing information to consumers. GST applies to plumbing services at 10% under the A New Tax System (Goods and Services Tax) Act 1999 (Cth) where the plumber is registered for GST. The contract must clearly state whether the quoted fee is inclusive or exclusive of GST. For time-and-materials engagements, the contract should set out the hourly rate, materials markup, and the process for providing the client with cost estimates and variation approvals. This template is suitable for use by licensed plumbers, plumbing companies, and gas fitters across all Australian states and territories for both residential and commercial plumbing engagements, scheduled work, and emergency call-outs.
Pool Service Contract (Australia)
Create a Pool Service Contract for Australia covering regular pool maintenance, chemical treatments, equipment servicing, and repairs. Compliant with Australian Consumer Law, state swimming pool safety legislation, and relevant health regulations. Covers service frequency, scope of work, chemical usage, equipment warranties, and liability provisions.
Roofing Service Contract (Australia)
A professionally drafted Roofing Service Contract provides the legal foundation for roofing contractors and their clients across Australia, addressing the strict licensing, home building compensation insurance, structural and waterproofing warranty, working at heights safety, and Australian Consumer Law requirements that apply to roof repair, roof replacement, and roof restoration projects. Whether you are a licensed builder undertaking a full roof replacement on a residential home, a roofing contractor repairing storm damage, or a commercial roofing company restoring a flat roof membrane on a strata building, a comprehensive written roofing contract protects your business, manages liability, and ensures compliance with the mandatory requirements of Australian building law. Roofing work is classified as residential building work in all Australian states and territories, and is therefore subject to contractor licensing requirements under the applicable home building or building services legislation. In New South Wales, residential building work above $5,000 (including GST) — including all roofing work on residential buildings — requires a contractor licence issued by NSW Fair Trading under the Home Building Act 1989 (NSW). In Queensland, roofing is a licensed trade under the Queensland Building and Construction Commission Act 1991 (QLD), administered by the QBCC, and a builder's licence is required. In Victoria, a builder's licence issued by the Victorian Building Authority (VBA) under the Building Act 1993 (VIC) is required for domestic building work including roofing. In Western Australia, a builder's registration is required under the Building Services (Registration) Act 2011 (WA). South Australia, Tasmania, the ACT, and the Northern Territory have their own equivalent licensing frameworks. A roofing contract must prominently record the contractor's licence number and the issuing jurisdiction. For residential roofing work above the applicable value threshold, home building compensation insurance (also known as home warranty insurance) is mandatory in New South Wales and Queensland, and equivalent schemes operate in other states. In New South Wales, under the Home Building Act 1989 (NSW), the contractor must not demand or receive any payment under a contract for residential building work above $20,000 (including GST) unless home building compensation fund insurance has been obtained and the certificate of insurance has been provided to the homeowner. The insurance protects the homeowner against non-completion, defective work, and the contractor's death, disappearance, or insolvency. The maximum deposit for residential building contracts above $20,000 in NSW is 10% of the contract price (s 8 of the Home Building Act 1989 (NSW)). In Queensland, the QBCC Home Warranty Scheme applies to residential construction contracts above $3,300 (including GST). The roofing contract must reference the insurance policy number and confirm that insurance has been obtained before any payment is demanded. The Australian Consumer Law (Schedule 2 of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth)) applies to roofing services supplied to consumers. Non-excludable consumer guarantees under sections 60 to 62 of the ACL require that roofing services be performed with due care and skill, materials be of acceptable quality, and work be completed within a reasonable time. Roofing materials — including Colorbond steel, concrete tiles, terracotta tiles, sarking, valley iron, and flat roof membranes — must be of acceptable quality under section 54 of the ACL. For residential building work, additional statutory warranties are implied by the Home Building Act 1989 (NSW) and equivalent legislation in other states. Under section 18B of the Home Building Act 1989 (NSW), warranties are implied into all contracts for residential building work that the work will be performed with due care and skill, using suitable materials, in accordance with applicable laws and approved plans, and will be reasonably fit for the specified purpose. The statutory defect periods under the Home Building Act 1989 (NSW) are 6 years for major defects and 2 years for minor defects from the date of completion. Waterproofing failure is classified as a major defect under section 18E of the Act. Similar statutory warranties apply under the Domestic Building Contracts Act 1995 (VIC) in Victoria and equivalent legislation in other states. Working at height is the central safety challenge of roofing work. Roofing contractors must comply with the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (Cth) and applicable state or territory WHS legislation, the Code of Practice for Managing the Risk of Falls at Workplaces (Safe Work Australia), and applicable Australian Standards for scaffolding (AS/NZS 4576) and fall protection equipment. The hierarchy of controls requires that collective protection measures (such as scaffolding with guard rails or perimeter safety nets) be preferred over personal fall arrest equipment (such as harnesses and lanyards). Edge protection is mandatory for residential roofing work on pitched roofs in most jurisdictions. The roofing contract should explicitly address working at heights compliance obligations. Asbestos-containing roofing materials — principally fibrous cement ('fibro') sheets and super-six asbestos cement roof sheets — were widely used in Australian residential and commercial buildings constructed before 1990. Licensed asbestos removalists must perform any removal or disturbance of more than a prescribed quantity of asbestos-containing materials, in accordance with the Safe Work Australia Model Code of Practice for How to Safely Remove Asbestos. The roofing contract should require the client to disclose any known asbestos-containing roofing materials before work commences and should address how asbestos will be managed. Progress payment schedules are a standard feature of larger roofing contracts and must be structured in accordance with the applicable home building legislation. Under the Home Building Act 1989 (NSW), progress payments must be linked to completion of defined stages of the building work, and the contractor must not demand payment in advance of the relevant stage completion. This template is suitable for use by licensed builders, roofing contractors, and roofing companies across all Australian states and territories for residential and commercial roof repair, roof replacement, roof restoration, gutter and fascia replacement, flat roof membrane installation, metal roofing, tile roofing, and emergency roof repair projects.
Videography Service Contract (Australia)
Create a professional Videography Service Contract for Australia, covering event filming, corporate video production, and commercial videography. Compliant with the Australian Consumer Law (Schedule 2 of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth)), Copyright Act 1968 (Cth), and Privacy Act 1988 (Cth). Covers scope, shooting dates, deliverables, copyright ownership, model releases, post-production, and payment terms.
Software Development Agreement (Australia)
Commissioning bespoke software is one of the most significant investments a business can make, and getting the legal foundations right from the outset is essential. An Australian Software Development Agreement is a bespoke contract between a client and a developer that governs the creation of custom software — whether a web application, mobile app, enterprise platform, or integrated system. This agreement sets out each party's rights and obligations in legally precise terms, reducing the risk of disputes over intellectual property, payment, scope creep, and delivery timelines. In Australia, the starting point for intellectual property in software is the Copyright Act 1968 (Cth). Section 35(6) of that Act provides that where a work is made by an independent contractor (rather than an employee), copyright is owned by the contractor — not the client — unless there is a written agreement to the contrary. This default rule surprises many clients who assume they automatically own what they have paid to have built. A well-drafted software development agreement expressly addresses copyright ownership and, where the parties intend for the client to own the finished software, includes a valid assignment of copyright pursuant to s 196 of the Copyright Act 1968 (Cth). Without such a written assignment, the client receives only whatever licence the developer is willing to grant. Patentable inventions arising from software development are governed by the Patents Act 1990 (Cth). Where the software may give rise to a novel technical process or system that could be patentable, the agreement should address how any patent rights will be owned and licensed, either by express assignment or by a commitment to negotiate in good faith. The Australian Consumer Law (ACL), being Schedule 2 to the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth), imposes consumer guarantees on the supply of services in trade or commerce. A developer supplying software development services to a consumer or small business cannot exclude guarantees that the services will be rendered with due care and skill and that the result will be fit for the disclosed purpose. A professionally drafted agreement acknowledges these non-excludable rights and structures any additional limitation of liability around them. Payment disputes are one of the most common causes of conflict in software projects. An effective payment structure ties payments to defined milestones — for example, 30% on signing, 40% on design approval, and 30% on final acceptance — so that the developer is incentivised to deliver and the client does not pre-pay for work that may not be completed. The agreement should also address the developer's right to suspend work for non-payment and to charge interest on overdue amounts. Scope creep — where the client requests additional features or changes beyond what was originally agreed — is another major source of disputes. The agreement should specify that changes to scope require a written change order signed by both parties and may attract additional fees. This protects the developer from being expected to deliver a materially different product for the same fixed price. Confidentiality is critically important in software development engagements. Clients frequently share proprietary business logic, trade secrets, and sensitive commercial data to enable the developer to build the system. The agreement should impose reciprocal confidentiality obligations on both parties and should specify that these obligations survive termination. Where the software will collect, store, or process personal information about individuals, the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) will apply. Australian Privacy Principle 11 requires APP entities to take reasonable steps to protect personal information from misuse, interference, loss, and unauthorised access. The software development agreement should address how the developer will handle any personal information encountered during the project and should require the developer to implement appropriate security measures. User acceptance testing (UAT) and a formal acceptance process protect both parties by providing a defined mechanism for the client to review the software against the agreed specification before final payment is released. Without a clear acceptance process, disputes commonly arise about whether the software meets requirements. This Australian Software Development Agreement template covers all key aspects: copyright assignment under the Copyright Act 1968 (Cth), patent provisions under the Patents Act 1990 (Cth), ACL consumer guarantee acknowledgment, milestone-based payment, scope change control, background IP protection, user acceptance testing, confidentiality, privacy compliance, limitation of liability, and termination rights. It uses Australian business terminology (Pty Ltd, ABN, AUD, DD/MM/YYYY) and is governed by the laws of the relevant Australian state or territory.
Sports Coaching Agreement (Australia)
Create a professional Sports Coaching Agreement for Australia. Covers coaching services, fees in AUD, training schedules, performance targets, liability, and Working With Children Check requirements under state child protection legislation.
Statement of Work (Australia)
Create a comprehensive Statement of Work (SOW) for an Australian project engagement. Covers project overview and objectives, detailed scope of work, out-of-scope exclusions, deliverables, acceptance criteria, milestones and timeline, project fee and GST treatment, payment schedule, change management process, client dependencies, and intellectual property assignment under the Copyright Act 1968 (Cth). Designed to be issued under a master services agreement or as a standalone project document. Compliant with Australian Consumer Law and suitable for IT, consulting, marketing, construction, and professional service projects across all states and territories.
Tuition Agreement (Australia)
Private tutors in Australia — whether teaching HSC Mathematics, VCE Chemistry, IELTS preparation, or music — need a clear written agreement with every student (or their parent) before sessions begin. A Tuition Agreement protects tutors from disputes over unpaid sessions, last-minute cancellations, and academic guarantee claims, while giving clients confidence that they know exactly what they are paying for. Our Australian Tuition Agreement covers all the essentials: subject and year level, in-person or online delivery, session frequency and duration, hourly rate and GST treatment, invoicing, cancellation policy with late cancellation consequences, Working With Children Check (WWCC) confirmation, child safety obligations for minors, privacy obligations under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth), copyright in tutor-prepared materials, and termination rights. Suitable for individual tutors, tutoring businesses, and educational services providers. Download as PDF or Word, no account needed.
Tutoring Agreement (Australia)
An Australian Tutoring Agreement is a written contract between a tutor and a client (typically a student or the student's parent or guardian) that sets out the terms under which tutoring services will be provided. It covers the subjects to be tutored, session format, fees, cancellation policy, intellectual property in tutoring materials, and the rights of both parties under the Australian Consumer Law (Schedule 2 of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth)). This template is suitable for individual tutors, tutoring businesses, and online tutoring services operating across Australia. What is a Tutoring Agreement? A Tutoring Agreement (also called a tuition agreement, private tutoring contract, or educational services agreement) is a contract for educational services between a tutor and a client. In the tutoring context, the 'client' is usually the student if they are an adult, or the student's parent or guardian if the student is a minor. The tutor may be an individual private tutor or a tutoring business. A well-drafted tutoring agreement clarifies: what subjects will be taught; how sessions will be conducted (in-person or online); how frequently sessions will occur; what the tutor's fee is and when it is payable; what the cancellation and rescheduling policy is; and who owns any teaching materials created by the tutor. When is a Tutoring Agreement Needed? A Tutoring Agreement is needed whenever a tutor agrees to provide private tutoring services to a student on an ongoing or periodic basis. It is recommended for: - Individual private tutors providing one-on-one tutoring in person or online - Tutoring businesses and tutoring centres - University students providing tutoring services - Specialist tutors in areas such as music, language, mathematics, or exam preparation A written agreement is particularly important because it: clearly defines the scope of services and fees to avoid disputes; establishes a binding cancellation policy to protect the tutor's income; protects the tutor's intellectual property in worksheets, lesson plans, and study materials; and ensures compliance with the Australian Consumer Law. Australian Consumer Law and Tutoring Services Tutoring services provided in Australia are subject to the Australian Consumer Law (Schedule 2 of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth)). This means that tutors who provide services in trade or commerce must ensure their services are provided with due care and skill and are reasonably fit for the purpose for which they are engaged. These guarantees apply regardless of any contract terms and cannot be excluded by agreement. Where a tutoring service fails to meet these guarantees, the student or client may be entitled to a remedy, including a refund or re-performance of the service. Key Elements of an Australian Tutoring Agreement A comprehensive Australian Tutoring Agreement should include the following key elements: 1. Tutor and client details: Full names, ABN (if the tutor operates as a business), contact details, and the relationship between the client and student (e.g. parent/guardian). 2. Services: A detailed description of the subjects to be tutored, the session format (in-person or online), the frequency and duration of sessions, and the commencement date. 3. Fees: The hourly fee, whether GST applies, when payment is due, and the accepted payment methods. Where the tutor is registered for GST, GST at 10% is payable under the A New Tax System (Goods and Services Tax) Act 1999 (Cth) and tax invoices must be issued. 4. Cancellation policy: The minimum notice the client must give to cancel or reschedule a session, and any cancellation fee that applies for late cancellation. The cancellation fee must be a genuine pre-estimate of the tutor's loss, not an excessive penalty, to comply with the unfair contract terms provisions of the Australian Consumer Law. 5. Intellectual property: A clear statement that the tutor owns all teaching materials, worksheets, and resources, and that the student is granted a licence to use these materials for personal study only. This protects the tutor's investment in developing educational resources. 6. Privacy: The tutor's obligations to handle the student's personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs). 7. Termination: How either party may end the tutoring arrangement, and how any pre-paid fees will be refunded. 8. Consumer rights: A clear statement acknowledging the client's rights under the Australian Consumer Law. This template is suitable for tutors and tutoring services operating across all Australian states and territories, including New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, Western Australia, South Australia, Tasmania, the Australian Capital Territory, and the Northern Territory.
Tutoring Service Agreement (Australia)
A Tutoring Service Agreement is a written contract between a tutoring provider (whether a tutoring centre, company or individual tutor) and the client (typically the parent or guardian of the student being tutored) that sets out the subjects and courses to be covered, the format and schedule of tutoring sessions, the fees payable, the cancellation and refund policy, and the rights and obligations of each party. In Australia, tutoring service agreements are governed primarily by the Australian Consumer Law (ACL), which is Schedule 2 to the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth). The Australian Consumer Law applies to all businesses that supply goods or services to consumers in trade or commerce. A tutoring centre or private tutor that provides tutoring services for a fee is a supplier of services under the ACL, and the parent or guardian of the student is a consumer. The ACL imposes statutory consumer guarantees that cannot be excluded, restricted or modified by the service agreement. These guarantees are central to the legal framework that governs tutoring services in Australia. The consumer guarantees most relevant to tutoring services are found in Part 3-2, Division 1 of the ACL. Under section 60, services must be rendered with due care and skill. Under section 61, if the consumer makes known to the supplier the particular purpose for which the services are acquired, the services must be reasonably fit for that purpose. Under section 62, where no time is fixed for supply, the services must be supplied within a reasonable time. These guarantees apply automatically and cannot be contracted out of — any clause in a tutoring service agreement that purports to exclude or limit these guarantees is void to the extent permitted by section 64 of the ACL. If a tutoring provider fails to comply with a consumer guarantee, the client is entitled to a remedy. For a minor failure, the provider must fix the problem, or the consumer may fix it themselves and recover the reasonable cost. For a major failure — one that a consumer would not have entered the contract knowing about, or that significantly affects the usefulness of the service — the consumer may cancel the contract and obtain a refund, or recover compensation for the reduction in value of the services. Unfair contract terms (UCT) provisions in the ACL (Part 2-3) apply to standard form consumer contracts, which includes most tutoring service agreements. A term in a standard form tutoring agreement may be declared void by a court if it: causes a significant imbalance in the parties' rights and obligations; is not reasonably necessary to protect the provider's legitimate interests; and would cause detriment (financial or otherwise) to the client if relied upon. Common examples of unfair terms in tutoring agreements include unreasonably broad exclusion clauses, one-sided termination rights, and cancellation fee provisions that are disproportionate to the provider's actual loss. The Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) apply to tutoring providers that are private sector organisations with an annual turnover above $3 million, as well as health service providers of any size. Even where the Act does not technically apply, many tutoring providers choose to comply with the APPs as a matter of good practice. The tutoring service agreement should include a privacy statement explaining how the provider collects, holds, uses and discloses personal information about the client and student. GST and tax invoicing are important practical considerations. Private tutoring services delivered to individual students by a non-school tutoring provider are generally subject to 10% GST under the A New Tax System (Goods and Services Tax) Act 1999 (Cth). However, tuition supplied by a recognised school, TAFE, university or other exempt educational institution may be GST-free under Division 38-D of the GST Act. The tutoring service agreement should clearly state whether fees are GST-inclusive and confirm the provider's obligation to issue tax invoices. Cancellation and refund terms are among the most frequently disputed aspects of tutoring agreements. A tutoring provider may have legitimate interests in charging for short-notice cancellations — for example, where a tutor has reserved time that cannot be reallocated. However, blanket no-refund policies for pre-paid term fees may breach the UCT provisions of the ACL if they are disproportionate or one-sided. A well-drafted refund policy should explain the circumstances in which refunds are available, the amount of any refund, and the time within which a refund will be processed, while also acknowledging the consumer's rights under the ACL. The state or territory law of the tutoring provider's jurisdiction applies as the governing law of the contract. This is particularly relevant for dispute resolution — if a dispute arises between the provider and the client, the client may be able to refer the matter to the state or territory consumer affairs agency, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC), or in appropriate cases to the relevant state tribunal (such as NCAT in New South Wales, VCAT in Victoria, or QCAT in Queensland).
Website Development Agreement (Australia)
Whether you are a small business commissioning your first e-commerce website or an enterprise upgrading a complex digital platform, an Australian Website Development Agreement is essential to protect both parties and ensure the project is delivered on time, on budget, and with clear ownership of the finished work. Without a written agreement, disputes over who owns the website, how much is owed, and what was supposed to be delivered are almost inevitable. The single most important legal issue in Australian website development projects is intellectual property ownership. Under s 35(6) of the Copyright Act 1968 (Cth), copyright in a website — including the design, code, written content, and other original elements — belongs to the developer as the creator, not to the client, unless there is a written agreement assigning it. Many clients are shocked to discover that after paying thousands of dollars for a website, they do not legally own it. This means the developer could, in theory, prevent the client from modifying the website or could demand payment for continued use. A properly drafted website development agreement addresses this by including a written assignment of copyright under s 196 of the Copyright Act 1968 (Cth), transferring all Project IP to the client upon full payment. An alternative structure — increasingly favoured by developers who build on reusable code bases and frameworks — is for the developer to retain ownership of the underlying platform code (Background IP) while granting the client a perpetual, royalty-free, non-exclusive licence to use that code for the purpose of operating the website. The Project IP that is unique to the client (such as custom design elements and bespoke functionality) may be assigned to the client, while the developer retains the right to use their foundational tools for other clients. This approach requires careful drafting to clearly delineate what is Background IP and what is Project IP. Third-party software is ubiquitous in modern web development. Content management systems such as WordPress and Squarespace, e-commerce platforms such as WooCommerce and Shopify, payment gateways, analytics tools, and image libraries are all commonly incorporated into websites. Each of these comes with its own licence terms. The agreement should list all significant third-party components and confirm that they are licensed for the intended commercial use. Open-source licences — such as the GNU GPL used by WordPress — impose conditions that may affect how the website can be used and distributed. The Australian Consumer Law (ACL), being Schedule 2 to the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth), imposes non-excludable consumer guarantees on the supply of services. A web developer supplying services to a consumer or small business guarantees that the services will be rendered with due care and skill (s 60 ACL) and that the website will be fit for the purpose disclosed by the client (s 61 ACL). These guarantees apply even if the contract purports to exclude them. For B2B transactions, the parties may limit liability to re-supply of the services, subject to any ACL unfair contract terms considerations. Website accessibility has become an increasingly important legal and commercial issue in Australia. The Disability Discrimination Act 1992 (Cth) prohibits discrimination on the grounds of disability in access to goods, services, and facilities, which the Australian Human Rights Commission has interpreted as applying to websites and digital services. The Australian standard for web accessibility is WCAG 2.1 Level AA, and businesses with significant web presences should ensure their websites meet this standard. The development agreement should specify the accessibility standard the Developer must meet. Privacy compliance is critical for any website that collects personal information from users. The Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) require APP entities to have an up-to-date privacy policy (APP 1), to give a collection notice when collecting personal information from individuals (APP 5), and to take reasonable steps to secure that information (APP 11). The Spam Act 2003 (Cth) regulates commercial electronic messages sent through the website. The client is responsible for ensuring the website's content and functionality comply with these laws, but the agreement should require the developer to design the website in a way that facilitates compliance. Domain name registration and management in Australia is governed by the auDA (au Domain Administration) Domain Name Eligibility and Allocation Policy Rules. Only Australian entities with a relevant connection (such as an Australian registered business name or company) can register a .com.au or .net.au domain name. The agreement should address responsibility for domain registration, renewal, and any transfer on termination. Milestone-based payment in AUD with GST provisions, a clear project scope with change order procedures, acceptance testing with deemed acceptance provisions, ongoing hosting and maintenance options, confidentiality, and a professional indemnity-aligned limitation of liability are all essential components of a complete Australian website development agreement. This template addresses all of these elements and uses Australian business conventions throughout, including ABN identification, AUD pricing, and DD/MM/YYYY date formatting.
Work Order / Purchase Order for Services (Australia)
Create a Work Order or Purchase Order for Services authorising a specific body of work under a master services agreement or as a standalone contract in Australia. Covers work description, deliverables, work location, commencement and completion dates, approved budget (fixed price, time and materials, or capped), GST treatment, payment terms, variation process, public liability and workers compensation insurance requirements, WHS obligations under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (Cth), intellectual property assignment, and governing law. Suitable for IT, construction, engineering, maintenance, and professional services. Compliant with the Australian Consumer Law across all states and territories.
Auto Repair Agreement
Document vehicle repair services, parts, and payment terms with this US Auto Repair Agreement. Covers vehicle description, scope of work, estimate authorization, labor rates, warranty, and mechanic's lien rights under applicable state law.
Advertising Agency Contract Brazil (Contrato de Agência de Publicidade)
An Advertising Agency Contract for Brazil — governed by Lei 4.680/1965 (Lei das Agências de Publicidade) and Decreto 57.690/1966, regulating the relationship between the advertiser (anunciante) and the advertising agency (agência de publicidade) registered with the CENP (Conselho Executivo das Normas-Padrão), covering fees, commissions, media planning, and intellectual property rights.
Business Consulting Contract Brazil (Contrato de Consultoria Empresarial)
A Business Consulting Contract for Brazil — governed by CC Arts. 593–609 (prestação de serviços), establishing the scope of consulting engagements, deliverables, fees, confidentiality, and intellectual property rights between the client company and the consultant or consulting firm.
Coworking Space Agreement Brazil (Contrato de Coworking)
A Coworking Space Agreement for Brazil — governed by Código Civil Art. 421 (freedom of contract) and Lei 8.245/1991 (Tenancy Law), defining the use of shared workspace, services included, access rules, confidentiality and payment terms for coworking operators and members.
MEI Service Contract Brazil (Contrato de Prestação de Serviços MEI)
A service agreement for Brazilian MEI (Microempreendedor Individual) — governed by LC 128/2008 and CC Arts. 593–609, formalizing the provision of services between the MEI contractor and the contracting party with defined scope, fees, and term.
Security Services Contract Brazil (Contrato de Segurança Patrimonial)
A Security Services Contract for Brazil — governed by Lei 7.102/1983 and Decreto 89.056/1983, formalizing the engagement of a licensed security company (empresa de segurança privada) authorized by the Polícia Federal (PF) for property protection, armed and unarmed guards, and electronic surveillance services.
Legal Fees Contract Brazil (Contrato de Honorários Advocatícios)
A Legal Fees Contract for Brazil — governed by Lei 8.906/1994 (OAB Statute) Art. 22 and the OAB Code of Ethics, formalizing the attorney-client relationship with fee arrangements (fixed, hourly, or contingency), scope of representation, and confidentiality obligations.
Catering and Buffet Contract Brazil (Contrato de Catering/Buffet)
A Catering and Buffet Services Contract for Brazil — governed by CC Art. 593 and CDC Art. 14, formalizing food and beverage services for events, weddings, corporate gatherings, and parties, with menu, staff, venue, cancellation policy, and ANVISA hygiene compliance clauses.
Accounting Services Agreement Brazil (Contrato de Serviço de Contabilidade)
An Accounting Services Agreement for Brazil — governed by CFC Resolution 987/2003 and CC Arts. 593–609, for engaging a CRC-registered accountant or accounting firm for bookkeeping, payroll, tax compliance, SPED filings, and advisory services.
Photography Services Contract Brazil (Contrato de Serviço de Fotografia)
A Photography Services Contract for Brazil — governed by CC Art. 593 and Lei 9.610/1998 (Copyright Act), for professional photography services (weddings, corporate, advertising, editorial) with copyright assignment, delivery timeline, usage rights, and cancellation policy.
IT Services Contract Brazil (Contrato de Serviço de TI)
An IT Services Contract for Brazil — governed by CC Art. 593 and Lei 9.609/1998 (Software Law), formalizing development, maintenance, hosting, and support services for software, systems, and technology infrastructure, with SLA, IP assignment, and LGPD data processing clauses.
Advertising Services Contract Brazil (Contrato de Publicidade)
An Advertising Services Contract for Brazil — governed by Lei 12.232/2010 (public advertising) and CDC Art. 36 (consumer transparency), formalizing creative, media buying, and digital marketing services with CONAR compliance, IP assignment, and performance clauses.
Accounting Services Contract Brazil (Contrato de Prestação de Serviços Contábeis)
An Accounting Services Contract for Brazil — governed by CC Arts. 593–609 and Resolução CFC 987/2003, formalizing the engagement of a licensed accountant (contador) or accounting firm (escritório de contabilidade) registered with the CRC (Conselho Regional de Contabilidade) for bookkeeping, tax compliance, payroll, and advisory services.
Architect Agreement (Canada)
Create a professional Canadian Architect Agreement covering scope of architectural services, design phases, fees, payment schedule, intellectual property ownership, liability limitations, and provincial professional standards. Compatible with the Canadian Standard Form of Agreement Between Client and Architect (RAIC Document Six).
Bookkeeping Agreement (Canada)
Engage a bookkeeper or bookkeeping firm in Canada. Covers scope of accounting services, CRA compliance obligations, PIPEDA for financial data, independent contractor or firm status, software platforms used (QuickBooks, Xero), fees, and professional liability.
Catering Contract (Canada)
Create a Canadian catering contract that covers food and beverage services for events. This template addresses Food and Drugs Act compliance, CFIA food safety standards, provincial food premises licensing, allergen disclosure requirements, liquor licensing (SOP/Smart Serve/Serving It Right/ProServe), GST/HST on catering as taxable supply, PIPEDA privacy compliance, WSIB/WCB workers' compensation for staff, and Consumer Protection Act cancellation rights. Includes province selector for governing law.
Cleaning Service Contract (Canada)
Create a comprehensive Canadian cleaning service contract covering scope of services, WHMIS 2015 chemical safety compliance, WSIB/WCB workers' compensation requirements, PIPEDA privacy for client data (keys, alarm codes), GST/HST tax provisions, independent contractor status (Sagaz test), insurance and bonding, and province-specific governing law. Suitable for residential, commercial, and industrial cleaning across all provinces.
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