Terms and Conditions | Your Tradie Old Man

Last updated: 13 March 2026

1. Introduction and Acceptance

1.1 Application of Terms

These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) constitute a legally binding agreement between you (“the Client”, “you”, or “your”) and Cassilis Plant and Equipment Pty Ltd (ABN 71 677 393 403) trading as Your Tradie Old Man, a private company operated by David Alexandrakis (“the Business”, “we”, “our”, or “us”), and govern younar access to and use of:

All mentoring, coaching, and advisory services provided by the Business (“the Services”);
The website located at www.yourtradieoldman.com.au and all associated subdomains and pages (“the Website”); and
All events, gatherings, and functions organised or hosted by the Business, including but not limited to the Builders Mental Day Out (“the Events”).

1.2 Agreement to Terms

BY ACCESSING THE WEBSITE, ENGAGING THE SERVICES, OR PARTICIPATING IN ANY EVENT, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ, UNDERSTOOD, AND AGREE TO BE LEGALLY BOUND BY THESE TERMS IN THEIR ENTIRETY, INCLUDING ALL DISCLAIMERS, LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY, AND OTHER PROVISIONS SET FORTH HEREIN.

If you do not agree to be bound by these Terms, you are prohibited from accessing the Website, using the Services, or participating in Events, and you must immediately cease all such activities.

1.3 Capacity to Contract

By accepting these Terms, you represent and warrant that:

You are at least eighteen (18) years of age and have the legal capacity to enter into a binding contract;
If you are accepting these Terms on behalf of a business entity, you have the authority to bind that entity to these Terms;
You are not prohibited by law from receiving the Services or accessing the Website.

2. Definitions and Interpretation

In these Terms, unless the context otherwise requires:

“Business” means Your Tradie Old Man, a sole trader business operated by David Kerr (ABN [to be inserted]), including its successors and assigns;
“Services” means all mentoring, coaching, advisory, consultation, and support services provided by the Business, including Tradie Coffee Check-Ins, Monthly Mentoring programs, and all related services;
“Events” means the Builders Mental Day Out and any other events, gatherings, seminars, workshops, or functions organised, hosted, or facilitated by the Business;
“Website” means the internet website operated at www.yourtradieoldman.com.au and all associated pages, platforms, and digital properties;
“Client”, “you”, or “your” means any individual or entity accessing the Website, engaging the Services, or participating in Events;
“Fees” means all charges, costs, and amounts payable by you for the Services;
“Intellectual Property” means all patents, trademarks, service marks, copyrights, trade secrets, know-how, and other intellectual property rights;
“Confidential Information” means all information disclosed during the provision of Services that is not publicly available.

3. Description of Services

3.1 Services Offered

The Business provides the following Services:

Tradie Coffee Check-Ins: Informal consultation and mentoring sessions conducted in person at mutually agreed locations;
Monthly Mentoring: Ongoing structured mentoring programs tailored to individual client needs and goals;
Industry Guidance: Advisory services, insights, and practical guidance based on the principal’s experience in the building and construction industry;
Professional Connections: Facilitation of introductions and connections to industry professionals and service providers;
Event Participation: Organisation of and facilitation of networking and community-building through Events.

3.2 Service Availability

The Business reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the Services at any time without prior notice. The Business does not guarantee the continuous availability of Services and shall not be liable for any interruption, modification, or termination of Services.

3.3 Geographic Scope

Services are primarily provided to clients located in Victoria and surrounding areas of Australia. The Business may, at its sole discretion, provide Services to clients in other locations.

4. Critical Disclaimers – No Professional Advice

4.1 Nature of Services

YOU EXPRESSLY ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE THAT THE SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE BUSINESS CONSTITUTE MENTORING, GUIDANCE, AND SUPPORT BASED ON PERSONAL EXPERIENCE AND INDUSTRY KNOWLEDGE ONLY. THE SERVICES DO NOT CONSTITUTE, AND MUST NOT BE RELIED UPON AS, PROFESSIONAL ADVICE OF ANY KIND.

4.2 Specific Disclaimers

The Business does not provide, and you must not construe the Services as providing:

Legal Advice: The Business is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice, legal opinions, or legal representation. You must consult a qualified solicitor or legal practitioner for legal matters;
Financial or Accounting Advice: The Business is not a financial adviser, accountant, or registered tax agent and does not provide financial planning, investment advice, taxation advice, or accounting services. You must consult qualified financial professionals;
Mental Health Services: The Business is not a registered psychologist, counsellor, or mental health professional and does not provide clinical mental health services, psychological counselling, or therapy. If you require mental health support, you must consult a qualified mental health practitioner;
Business Consulting Services: While the Business may share insights based on personal experience, such insights do not constitute formal business consulting, strategic planning, or management consulting services;
Professional Industry Advice: The Business does not provide engineering advice, architectural advice, building certification, or other regulated professional services.

4.3 Your Responsibility

YOU ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE THAT:

You are solely responsible for evaluating the suitability and appropriateness of any information, insights, or suggestions provided by the Business;
You are solely responsible for all decisions you make regarding your business, finances, legal matters, career, personal wellbeing, and any other aspect of your life;
You will seek appropriate professional advice from qualified professionals before making significant business, legal, financial, or personal decisions;
The Business has no liability whatsoever for any decisions you make or actions you take based on information provided during the Services.

5. Engagement of Services

5.1 Booking and Scheduling

Services may be engaged by contacting the Business via telephone (0419 343 836), email (david@yourtradieoldman.com.au), or through the Website’s booking mechanisms. All bookings are subject to availability and acceptance by the Business. The Business reserves the right to refuse any booking or engagement at its sole discretion without providing reasons.

5.2 Confirmation of Engagement

An engagement is confirmed when the Business provides written or verbal confirmation of your booking. The frequency, duration, and structure of Services will be determined by mutual agreement between you and the Business.

5.3 Client Obligations

Upon engaging the Services, you agree to:

Attend scheduled sessions at the agreed time and location;
Provide accurate, complete, and truthful information;
Actively participate in sessions in good faith;
Respect the time, expertise, and professional boundaries of the Business;
Maintain professional and courteous conduct at all times;
Comply with all applicable laws and regulations.

6. Fees, Payment, and Cancellation

6.1 Fees and Charges

Fees for Services will be communicated to you prior to commencement of the engagement. Fees may be charged on a per-session basis, subscription basis, or such other basis as agreed between the parties. The Business reserves the right to modify its Fees at any time, with changes applicable to new engagements or upon thirty (30) days’ written notice to existing Clients.

6.2 Payment Terms

Unless otherwise agreed in writing:

Payment for Services is due at the time of booking or as otherwise specified by the Business;
Payment may be made via bank transfer, cash, or such other methods as the Business may specify;
All Fees are quoted in Australian Dollars (AUD) and are inclusive of GST where applicable;
Invoices are payable within seven (7) days of the invoice date unless otherwise specified.

6.3 Late Payment

If any amount payable by you is not paid by the due date, the Business may:

Suspend or terminate the provision of Services;
Charge interest on overdue amounts at the rate of two percent (2%) per month or the maximum rate permitted by law, whichever is lower;
Engage debt collection services or pursue legal action to recover outstanding amounts, with all associated costs and fees payable by you.

6.4 Cancellation and Rescheduling by Client

If you need to cancel or reschedule a scheduled session:

You must provide at least twenty-four (24) hours’ notice to the Business;
Cancellations made with less than twenty-four (24) hours’ notice may result in forfeiture of any Fees paid or the charging of a cancellation fee at the Business’s discretion;
Repeated cancellations or no-shows may result in termination of the engagement.

6.5 Cancellation and Rescheduling by Business

The Business may cancel or reschedule sessions due to unforeseen circumstances, illness, emergencies, or other reasons beyond its control. In such cases, the Business will make reasonable efforts to provide advance notice and reschedule the session at a mutually convenient time. If rescheduling is not possible, any Fees paid for the cancelled session will be refunded or credited.

6.6 Refund Policy

Fees paid for Services are generally non-refundable except where:

The Business cancels a session and rescheduling is not possible;
The Business fails to provide the Services as agreed;
Refund is required under the Australian Consumer Law or other applicable law.

All refund requests must be submitted in writing and will be assessed at the Business’s sole discretion.

7. Confidentiality and Privacy

7.1 Confidentiality Obligations

The Business will treat information disclosed by you during the provision of Services (“Confidential Information”) with reasonable confidentiality. However, you acknowledge and agree that:

The Services do not create a legally privileged relationship (such as solicitor-client, doctor-patient, or psychologist-client privilege);
Confidentiality is subject to the limitations and exceptions set out in these Terms;
The Business may take notes and maintain records of sessions for the purposes of providing Services;
General insights, anonymised information, or de-identified information may be used by the Business for training, marketing, or educational purposes.

7.2 Exceptions to Confidentiality

The Business may disclose Confidential Information where:

Required or authorised by law, court order, subpoena, or legal process;
Necessary to protect the safety, rights, or property of the Business, you, or third parties;
There is a credible threat of harm to you or others;
You have provided explicit consent to disclosure;
Disclosure is made to the Business’s professional advisers (such as accountants or lawyers) under obligations of confidentiality;
The information is already in the public domain or becomes publicly available through no fault of the Business.

7.3 Privacy Policy

The collection, use, and disclosure of personal information is governed by the Business’s Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. You acknowledge that you have read and agree to the Privacy Policy.

8. Events – Builders Mental Day Out

8.1 Event Participation

Participation in Events is subject to registration and acceptance by the Business. The Business reserves the right to refuse registration or admission to any Event at its sole discretion.

8.2 Event Terms

By registering for or attending an Event, you agree to:

Conduct yourself in a professional, respectful, and courteous manner;
Comply with all rules, policies, and instructions provided by the Business or Event venue;
Respect the privacy and confidentiality of other attendees;
Not engage in harassment, discrimination, violence, illegal activity, or conduct that is disruptive or offensive;
Consent to the sharing of your name and, where applicable, business information with other Event attendees for networking purposes.

8.3 Removal from Events

The Business reserves the right to remove any participant from an Event, without refund, if the participant:

Breaches these Terms or Event rules;
Engages in conduct that is disruptive, offensive, inappropriate, or illegal;
Poses a risk to the safety or wellbeing of other attendees or Event staff;
Is under the influence of alcohol or drugs to the extent that it impairs their conduct.

8.4 Photography and Recording

The Business may take photographs, video recordings, or audio recordings at Events for promotional, marketing, or archival purposes. By attending an Event, you consent to being photographed or recorded and to the use of such images or recordings by the Business. If you do not consent, you must notify the Business in writing prior to the Event.

8.5 Event Liability

You attend Events at your own risk. The Business is not responsible for any injury, loss, damage, or harm that may occur during or as a result of attending an Event, except to the extent that such liability cannot be excluded under Australian Consumer Law.

9. Intellectual Property Rights

9.1 Ownership

All Intellectual Property in and to the Website, Services, Events, and all content, materials, resources, documents, templates, methodologies, branding, logos, trademarks, and other proprietary materials provided by the Business (“Business IP”) are and shall remain the exclusive property of the Business or its licensors.

9.2 Limited Licence

Subject to your compliance with these Terms, the Business grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable licence to access and use the Website and any materials provided to you during the Services solely for your personal, non-commercial use. This licence does not include any right to:

Copy, reproduce, modify, adapt, translate, or create derivative works from Business IP;
Distribute, sell, rent, lease, sublicense, or transfer Business IP to third parties;
Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any Business IP;
Remove, alter, or obscure any proprietary notices or labels on Business IP;
Use Business IP for commercial purposes without the Business’s prior written consent.

9.3 Trademarks

“Your Tradie Old Man” and associated branding, logos, and trademarks are the property of the Business. You may not use such trademarks without the Business’s express written permission.

10. Limitation of Liability and Disclaimers

10.1 No Warranties

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:

THE SERVICES AND WEBSITE ARE PROVIDED ON AN “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED;
THE BUSINESS DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, NON-INFRINGEMENT, ACCURACY, COMPLETENESS, OR RELIABILITY;
THE BUSINESS DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THE SERVICES WILL MEET YOUR REQUIREMENTS, ACHIEVE ANY PARTICULAR OUTCOME, OR BE UNINTERRUPTED, TIMELY, SECURE, OR ERROR-FREE;
THE BUSINESS DOES NOT WARRANT THE ACCURACY, RELIABILITY, OR COMPLETENESS OF ANY INFORMATION, CONTENT, OR MATERIALS PROVIDED THROUGH THE SERVICES OR WEBSITE.

10.2 Exclusion of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THE BUSINESS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY:

INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES;
LOSS OF PROFITS, REVENUE, BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES, GOODWILL, OR ANTICIPATED SAVINGS;
LOSS OF DATA, INFORMATION, OR CONTENT;
BUSINESS INTERRUPTION OR DOWNTIME;
DAMAGES ARISING FROM YOUR RELIANCE ON INFORMATION, INSIGHTS, OR SUGGESTIONS PROVIDED DURING THE SERVICES;
DAMAGES ARISING FROM DECISIONS, ACTIONS, OR OMISSIONS MADE BY YOU BASED ON THE SERVICES;
DAMAGES ARISING FROM THIRD-PARTY CONDUCT, SERVICES, OR WEBSITES.

10.3 Maximum Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THE BUSINESS’S TOTAL AGGREGATE LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL CLAIMS ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THESE TERMS OR THE SERVICES SHALL NOT EXCEED THE TOTAL FEES PAID BY YOU TO THE BUSINESS IN THE SIX (6) MONTHS IMMEDIATELY PRECEDING THE EVENT GIVING RISE TO THE CLAIM.

10.4 Australian Consumer Law

Nothing in these Terms excludes, restricts, or modifies any consumer guarantees, warranties, or other rights that you may have under the Australian Consumer Law or other applicable laws that cannot be lawfully excluded. Where such laws apply and cannot be excluded, the Business’s liability is limited to, at the Business’s option:

The re-supply of the Services; or
The payment of the cost of having the Services supplied again.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Business, its principal, employees, contractors, agents, successors, and assigns from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, fees (including reasonable legal fees), demands, actions, or proceedings (“Claims”) arising out of or related to:

Your use of the Services, Website, or participation in Events;
Your breach of these Terms or any applicable law or regulation;
Your violation of any third-party rights, including Intellectual Property rights or privacy rights;
Your negligence, wilful misconduct, or unlawful conduct;
Any decisions, actions, or omissions you make based on information provided during the Services.

This indemnification obligation shall survive the termination of these Terms.

12. Termination

12.1 Termination by Either Party

Either party may terminate the Services engagement at any time for any reason by providing written notice to the other party. Termination shall be effective immediately upon delivery of notice unless otherwise specified.

12.2 Termination by Business

The Business may immediately terminate or suspend your access to the Services, Website, or Events, without prior notice or liability, if:

You breach any provision of these Terms;
You fail to pay any amounts due;
You engage in conduct that the Business reasonably considers to be inappropriate, harmful, abusive, threatening, or illegal;
The Business determines, in its sole discretion, that continuing the engagement is not in the Business’s best interests;
Required by law or legal process.

12.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

All rights and licences granted to you under these Terms shall immediately cease;
You must immediately cease all use of the Services and Website;
All amounts owed by you to the Business shall become immediately due and payable;
The Business shall have no obligation to refund any Fees paid;
Provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination (including Sections 4, 7, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, and 15) shall continue in full force and effect.

13. Website Use and Prohibited Conduct

13.1 Permitted Use

You may use the Website solely for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable right to access and use the Website.

13.2 Prohibited Conduct

You agree that you will not:

Use the Website for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable law or regulation;
Transmit or upload viruses, malware, ransomware, trojans, worms, or other harmful code;
Attempt to gain unauthorised access to the Website, servers, networks, or systems;
Interfere with, disrupt, or damage the operation, functionality, or security of the Website;
Use automated systems, bots, scrapers, or similar tools to access or extract content from the Website;
Collect, harvest, or compile information about other users without their consent;
Engage in fraudulent, deceptive, or misleading conduct;
Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation with any person or entity;
Use the Website to transmit spam, unsolicited communications, or advertising materials;
Post, upload, or transmit content that is defamatory, obscene, offensive, harmful, or violates third-party rights;
Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any aspect of the Website.

13.3 Enforcement

The Business reserves the right to investigate and take appropriate action against anyone who violates these Terms, including removing content, terminating access, reporting to law enforcement authorities, and pursuing legal action.

14. Third-Party Links and Services

The Website may contain hyperlinks to third-party websites, platforms, services, or resources that are not owned, operated, controlled, or endorsed by the Business. The Business has no control over and assumes no responsibility for the content, accuracy, privacy practices, or conduct of third-party websites or services.

Your access to and use of third-party websites is at your own risk and subject to the terms and conditions and privacy policies of such third-party websites. The Business shall not be liable for any loss, damage, or harm arising from your use of third-party websites or services.

15. Dispute Resolution

15.1 Informal Resolution

In the event of any dispute, controversy, or claim arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Services (“Dispute”), the parties agree to first attempt to resolve the Dispute informally through good-faith negotiations. You agree to contact the Business in writing to describe the nature of the Dispute and propose a resolution.

15.2 Mediation

If the Dispute cannot be resolved through informal negotiations within thirty (30) days, either party may refer the Dispute to mediation. The parties agree to participate in mediation in good faith in accordance with the mediation rules of a recognised mediation service provider mutually agreed upon by the parties. The costs of mediation shall be shared equally between the parties unless otherwise agreed.

15.3 Litigation

If the Dispute is not resolved through mediation, either party may pursue legal action in accordance with Section 16.

16. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

16.1 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Victoria, Australia, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

16.2 Jurisdiction

Any legal action, proceeding, or dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Services shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Victoria, Australia. You irrevocably submit to the jurisdiction of such courts and waive any objection to venue or inconvenient forum.

17. General Provisions

17.1 Amendments

The Business reserves the right to amend, modify, or update these Terms at any time at its sole discretion. Amendments shall be effective immediately upon publication of the revised Terms on the Website with an updated “Effective Date”. Your continued use of the Services or Website following publication of amended Terms constitutes your acceptance of such amendments. You are responsible for regularly reviewing these Terms.

17.2 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy and any other written agreements entered into between you and the Business, constitute the entire agreement between the parties and supersede all prior agreements, understandings, representations, and communications, whether oral or written, relating to the subject matter hereof.

17.3 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such provision shall be deemed severed from these Terms and shall not affect the validity, legality, or enforceability of the remaining provisions, which shall continue in full force and effect to the maximum extent permitted by law.

17.4 Waiver

No waiver by the Business of any breach or default of these Terms shall be deemed a waiver of any subsequent breach or default. The failure of the Business to exercise or enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

17.5 Assignment

You may not assign, transfer, delegate, or sublicense your rights or obligations under these Terms without the prior written consent of the Business. The Business may freely assign, transfer, or delegate its rights and obligations under these Terms without restriction. These Terms shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the parties and their respective successors and permitted assigns.

17.6 Force Majeure

The Business shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performing its obligations under these Terms due to circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, natural disasters, pandemics, strikes, labour disputes, war, terrorism, government actions, or failures of third-party service providers.

17.7 Notices

All notices, requests, consents, and other communications under these Terms must be in writing and shall be deemed given when delivered personally, sent by email with confirmation of receipt, or sent by registered mail to the addresses set out in Section 18.

17.8 Relationship of Parties

Nothing in these Terms shall be construed to create a partnership, joint venture, employment relationship, or agency relationship between you and the Business. Neither party has authority to bind the other or to incur obligations on behalf of the other.

17.9 Survival

Provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination (including but not limited to Sections 4, 7, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, 15, 16, and 17) shall continue in full force and effect after termination.

18. Contact Information

For all enquiries, notices, or communications regarding these Terms or the Services, please contact:

Your Tradie Old Man
Attention: David Alexandrakis
Email: david@yourtradieoldman.com.au
Phone: 0419 343 836
Address: Nar Nar Goon VIC 3812
Website: www.yourtradieoldman.com.au

19. Acknowledgement and Acceptance

BY ACCESSING THE WEBSITE, ENGAGING THE SERVICES, OR PARTICIPATING IN EVENTS, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE THAT:

You have read these Terms in their entirety;
You understand these Terms and their legal implications;
You have had the opportunity to seek independent legal advice regarding these Terms;
You accept and agree to be legally bound by these Terms without modification;
If you are accepting these Terms on behalf of a business entity, you have the authority to bind that entity;
You understand that the Services do not constitute professional advice and that you must seek qualified professional advice for legal, financial, accounting, and mental health matters;
You understand and accept all disclaimers, limitations of liability, and other provisions set forth in these Terms.

IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THESE TERMS, YOU MUST IMMEDIATELY CEASE ALL USE OF THE WEBSITE AND SERVICES AND REFRAIN FROM PARTICIPATING IN EVENTS.