Novation Agreement Template – Australia

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Please note: This is a sample Novation Agreement template for Australia, provided for illustrative purposes only. Actual terms may differ based on specific agreements and applicable Australian laws.

Sample Novation Agreement (Australia)

Parties:

Original Obligor: ABC Pty Ltd
Address: 123 Business Road, Sydney NSW 2000

New Obligor: XYZ Pty Ltd
Address: 456 Corporate Avenue, Melbourne VIC 3000

Consentor: DEF Pty Ltd
Address: 789 Trade Street, Brisbane QLD 4000

Subject of Novation:

This agreement pertains to the transfer and assumption of all rights, obligations, and liabilities under the original agreement dated __________ between the parties concerning the contract for services/products at __________.

Novation Terms:

The parties hereby agree that the Original Obligor shall be released from all obligations and liabilities arising under the original contract, and the New Obligor shall assume all such obligations and liabilities as if it were an original party.

Warranties and Representations:

Each party warrants they have the authority to enter into this agreement and that the execution will not violate any other agreements or laws applicable in Australia.

Governing Law:

This agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State or Territory of Australia applicable to the original agreement, and disputes shall be resolved within those courts.

Additional Provisions:

  • The parties agree to execute any further documents necessary to give effect to this agreement.
  • This agreement may only be amended in writing signed by all parties.
  • All rights and obligations under the original contract are transferred to the New Obligor from the date of this agreement.

Sydney, ______________________

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Authorized Signatory (Original Obligor)
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Authorized Signatory (New Obligor)
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Authorized Signatory (Consent