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GTA Dispute Resolution

Through its Dispute Resolution Service Grain Trade Australia works to avoid litigation and reduce friction among GTA Members and other industry participants by encouraging dispute resolution through peer review. The service is conducted in a manner that promotes the saving of time and expense while providing an efficient, fair and equitable means to settle disputes related to commercial transactions.

Three means of Dispute Resolution are available:

  • Expert Determination;
  • Fast Track Arbitration; and
  • Full Arbitration.

Details of these can be found in the Dispute Resolution Rules, relevant to the period in which your contract was signed.

GTA Dispute Resolution Rules - Effective June 2008 (PDF 108KB)

GTA Dispute Resolution Rules - Effective 18 August 2007 (PDF 329KB)

GTA Dispute Resolution Rules - Prior to 17 August 2007 (PDF 167KB)

GTA Trade Rules

To dispute a contract you must be familiar with the relevant Trade Rules that apply to the contract.

GTA Arbitration Guidelines

The Arbitration Guidelines should be read by anyone considering GTA arbitration and before directing inquiries to GTA. They set out GTA’s policy and seek to provide clarification in relation to various aspects of GTA arbitration practice and procedure. They are to be read in conjunction with the applicable Trade Rules and Dispute Resolution Rules, the applicable legislation and case law.

GTA Arbitration Guidelines - March 2009 (PDF 144KB)

Arbitration Fees

Arbitration fees are set by the NGTA Board of Directors and are subject to change.

Fees Schedule - July 2010 (PDF 91KB)

Commencing the Process

A Request must be lodged with GTA on or before 12 months after the expiration date for performance of the contract(s) otherwise any claim is deemed to be waived and absolutely barred.

Request an Arbitration Form - March 2009 (PDF 341KB)

Further Information

Grain Producer’s Q & A (PDF 45KB)
GTA Awards list a summary of recent arbitration outcomes.
GTA Arbitrators includes a list of approved arbitrators and information relevant to arbitrators.