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WA Cost Plus Contract Updates

What members need to know

Regional News

WA Cost Plus Contract Updates

What members need to know

Regional News
The WA Cost Plus Contract has been updated to improve clarity, accuracy and usability for builders. Changes include revised contract schedule items, updated document references and a new clause covering contract interpretation and document precedence.
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24 Jun
Infrastructure and housing key to unlocking Hunter and Central Coast growth

Housing Industry Association (HIA) Industry Outlook Breakfast in Newcastle and Gosford have highlighted the critical role of infrastructure, planning reform and industry support in addressing housing supply challenges across the Hunter and Central Coast regions.

23 Jun
Regional housing must be a priority in the 2026 Victorian election

The Housing Industry Association (HIA) is calling on all political parties contesting the November State election to make regional housing a priority, placing regional communities and their growing populations front and centre of their pre-election policy commitments.

23 Jun
The NSW Budget builds on existing housing supply reforms

“HIA welcomes the initiatives to support new housing announced by the Treasurer as part of today’s NSW State Budget,” said Brad Armitage HIA NSW Executive Director.

23 Jun
Building indemnity caps lifted to combat rising building costs

On 1 July 2026, builders will receive a 9% increase to eligibility and job profile limits for building indemnity insurance. These changes are designed to keep up with rising construction costs and are a welcome change for the industry. This is one update you don't want to overlook - keep reading to find out if you are eligible, or what you can do to opt-out.

WA Cost Plus Contract

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WA Addenda to Specification - Form 12

This addenda is sold separately from the WA General Housing Specifications (Form 7). These two items make up a set, although some builders have the HI...

WA Claim for Extension of Time - Form 5 (Pad of 30)

Builders wanting an extension of time for completing work will need this WA Claim for Extension of Time pad, which includes 30 sheets. This product co...

WA Practical Completion Certificate - Form 14 (Pad of 30)

The Western Australian Certificate of Practical Completion (pad of 30) enables builders to list work that may be required following a joint pre-handov...

WA Job Quotation - Form 9 (Pad of 25)

The Western Australian Job Quotation Form (pad of 25) is suitable for sub-contractors to list their conditions. It's carbonised and individually numbe...

WA Alterations & Additions Contract - Form 38E (Pack of 2)

The WA Alterations & Additions Contract – Form 38E (pack of two) is designed specifically for use on alterations, additions and renovations over $7500...

WA Pre-Fabricated Homes Contract - Form 45C (Pack of 2)

The WA Pre-fabricated Homes Contract – Form 45C (pack of two) has been designed specifically for use with modular or transportable homes.

WA General Housing Specifications - Form 7 (Pack of 2)

The WA General Housing Specifications - Form 7 (pack of two) provides a detailed description of quality of materials or workmanship, working drawings,...

WA Variation to Contract - Form 1 (Pad of 30)

The WA Variation to Contract – Form 1 details changes or variations to works requiring an update to the contract between builder and owner. It can als...

WA Small Works Contract - Form 10A (Pad of 25)

The WA Small Works contract (pad of 25 and in duplicate) has been designed specifically for projects $7500 in value or less (where the Home Building C...