WA Builder Fined for False Completion Certificates
A Perth builder has been fined $5000 for lodging false completion notices. Learn about the legal consequences and how to protect your building project.
A Perth builder has been fined $5000 for lodging false completion notices. Learn about the legal consequences and how to protect your building project.
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