Hire Agreement
This Hire Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into by and between Little Rex Pty Ltd. (ABN: 46 689 457 074) ("Service Provider") and the hirer ("Hirer").
WHEREAS, the Hirer seeks to engage Little Rex Pty Ltd. for the hire of equipment for a specified period; and
WHEREAS, Little Rex Pty Ltd. agrees to provide such equipment under the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, the Hirer acknowledges and agrees to the following terms and conditions:
001. DEFINITIONS
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"Little Rex" refers to Little Rex Pty Ltd. (ABN: 46 689 457 074) and its employees, agents, or contractors. "Hirer" refers to the individual or entity hiring the equipment. "Contract" means the hire agreement, including the invoice or quotation, these terms, any special terms, and other written communications evidencing the agreement. "Equipment" means all items and properties hired by Little Rex to the Hirer. "Hire Period" or "Event/Party Date" means the duration for which the Equipment is hired, as specified in the invoice or agreed between Little Rex and the Hirer. "Cost" means the hire fee, as specified in the invoice or agreed between Little Rex and the Hirer. "Site" means the location where the Equipment is delivered or set up by Little Rex.
002. PAYMENT TERMS
Little Rex is not obligated to deliver or provide possession of the Equipment until the Cost is paid in full and funds are cleared. Quoted and invoiced amounts exclude third-party costs unless explicitly stated.
Payment schedules are as follows:
Private Parties:
A) A non-refundable $100.00 deposit via direct debit is required upon acceptance of the invoice or quotation to secure the booking.
B) Full payment (100%) via direct debit is due 14 days prior to the Hire Period or Party Date.
C) Alternatively, full payment (100%) via credit card is required at time of booking (online only).
D) Alternatively, full payment (100%) via PayPal or PayPal ‘Pay in 4’ at time of booking (online only).
Community Events:
A) A non-refundable 25% deposit via direct debit is required upon acceptance of the invoice or quotation to secure the booking.
B) Full payment (100%) via direct debit is due 14 days prior to the Hire Period or Event Date.
C) Alternatively, full payment (100%) via credit card is required at booking (online only).
003. CANCELLATION, EARLY RETURNS, AND UNUSED EQUIPMENT
No refunds will be issued for unused consumables, Equipment, or early return of Equipment before the Hire Period ends.
Cancellations after booking confirmation are subject to:
A) More than 14 days prior to the Hire Period or Event/Party Date: A full credit will be issued for rebooking within 12 months.
B) Less than 14 days prior to the Hire Period or Event/Party Date: A 50% credit will be issued, with forfeiture of 50% of the Cost.
C) Cancellation on the Hire Date: Forfeiture of the full Cost.
Bookings made without confirming hire date availability are subject to:
A) If the date is available, Little Rex will confirm the booking.
B) If the date is unavailable, a credit will be issued for use within 12 months.
C) Cancellation due to unavailability for selected date results in forfeiture of the full Cost.
Credits are issued at Little Rex’s discretion after review and are not provided for changes of mind, booking errors, circumstances beyond Little Rex’s control, breaches of this Agreement, or actions intended to harm Little Rex’s reputation, staff, or contractors.
004. WET OR DANGEROUS WEATHER CONDITIONS
Little Rex will not operate Equipment in wet or dangerous weather conditions for safety reasons. The Hirer must have an alternative plan. Weather-related cancellations are subject to:
A) If wet or dangerous weather is forecast 48 hours prior to the Hire Period or Event/Party Date: A full credit will be issued for rebooking within 12 months.
B) If forecast 24 hours prior and the Hirer proceeds, the standard cancellation policy (Section 3) applies if Little Rex deems it unsafe.
C) If unpredicted wet or dangerous weather occurs on the Hire Date: A full credit will be issued for use within 12 months.
005. LICENSING AND PERMITS
The Hirer is solely responsible for obtaining all necessary licenses and permits. The Hirer is liable for any legal repercussions from failure to obtain licenses or permits, and Little Rex reserves the right to seek compensation for fees, losses, or damages arising from such negligence.
006. EQUIPMENT USE AND RESPONSIBILITY
Little Rex Staff will provide instructions and a digital manual for safe Equipment operation. The Hirer is responsible for protecting and using the Equipment correctly during the Hire Period, unless Little Rex Staff remain on-site. The Hirer shall compensate Little Rex for the replacement cost of any Equipment damaged, lost, or stolen during the Hire Period, excluding fair wear and tear, and for any related financial loss or expense. The Hirer must not remove, relocate, alter, repair, or use the Equipment for purposes other than those specified in the manual. Little Rex’s identification, trade name, trademark, or signage must not be concealed or removed.
007. GOODS FOUND OR KEPT IN POSSESSION
Goods owned by the Hirer found in the Equipment upon collection may be disposed of by Little Rex unless claimed within 14 days of the Hire Date. Little Rex property found by the Hirer must be reported and claimed within 14 days, or the Hirer may dispose of it without liability.
009. TERMINATION OF AGREEMENT
Little Rex may terminate this Agreement at any time without liability. If terminated before the Event/Party Date, all payments, excluding the non-refundable deposit ($100.00 for private parties or 25% for events), will be refunded. If terminated after the event commences, the Hirer must return all Equipment within 30 minutes of notice. Little Rex may enter the Site to retrieve Equipment at the Hirer’s expense. Failure to allow access will result in the Equipment being deemed stolen, reported to authorities, and prosecuted, with the Hirer liable for recovery costs, losses, and legal fees.
010. MODIFICATIONS TO TERMS
Little Rex reserves the right to modify these terms without notice to ensure compliance with company values, insurance, licensing, permits, and applicable laws.
011. GOVERNING LAW
This Agreement is governed by the laws of Queensland, Australia, and any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of Queensland courts.
By engaging the services of Little Rex Pty Ltd. (ABN: 46 689 457 074) through the submission of a booking or payment for services, the Hirer acknowledges and agrees to be bound by the terms and conditions of the Little Rex Hire Agreement, as provided in the associated contract documents and online at www.LittleRex.com.au/terms
THIS AGREEMENT WAS LASTED UPDATED: OCTOBER 14, 2025