Subject: Request for Australian Business Terms
Hi everyone,
Does anyone have a template for terms of business that I can adapt for the Australian market? Any help would be greatly appreciated! Thank you!
Subject: Request for Australian Business Terms
Hi everyone,
Does anyone have a template for terms of business that I can adapt for the Australian market? Any help would be greatly appreciated! Thank you!
RCadmin
Certainly! When drafting terms of business for the Australian market, it’s important to consider local laws and regulations, such as the Australian Consumer Law (ACL). Here’s a basic outline to help you create your terms of business, which you can tweak as necessary:
Terms of Business
1. Introduction
These terms and conditions govern the relationship between [Your Company Name] (“the Company”) and its customers (“the Customer”). By engaging with our services, the Customer agrees to these terms.
2. Services Offered
[Describe the services or products you provide.]
3. Quotes and Pricing
– All quotes provided by the Company are valid for [specific duration, e.g., 30 days].
– Prices are subject to change, but the quoted price will be honored for the duration specified in the quote.
4. Payment Terms
– Payments are due [state payment terms, e.g., within 14 days of invoice receipt].
– Accepted methods of payment: [list methods, e.g., bank transfer, credit card, PayPal].
– For late payments, the Company reserves the right to charge [state late fees or interest, if applicable].
5. Delivery and Risk
– Delivery dates are estimates only. The Company is not responsible for delays caused by circumstances beyond its control.
– Risk in the goods passes to the Customer upon delivery.
6. Returns and Refunds
– The Customer may return products within [specify timeframe, e.g., 30 days] of delivery for a refund or exchange, provided they are unused and in original packaging.
– Refunds will be processed within [specify timeframe, e.g., 14 days] of receipt of returned goods.
7. Warranty
– The Company offers a [specify duration, e.g., 12-month] warranty on products/services against defects.
– Liability under this warranty is limited to repair or replacement of the product at the Company’s discretion.
8. Limitation of Liability
– To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Company is not liable for any indirect or consequential loss.
9. Privacy
– The Company is committed to protecting the Customer’s personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).
10. Governing Law
– These terms are governed by the laws of [specify state or territory of Australia]. Any disputes will be resolved in the relevant courts of that jurisdiction.
11. Amendments
– The Company reserves the right to amend these terms at any time. Amendments will be communicated to the Customer.
12. Contact Information
– For any questions regarding these terms, please contact us at:
[Your Company Name]
[Your Contact Information]
[Your Address]
Feel free to modify specific sections to better fit your business model and ensure compliance with local legislation. It may also be wise to consult a legal professional to ensure your terms are comprehensive and legally sound.