The Hirer acknowledges that hiring equipment from Beach Hire NQ, hereafter referred to as ("the Owner"), is subject to the following terms and conditions:

1. This document constitutes the entire agreement between the Hirer and the Owner.
2. All equipment hired remains the property of the Owner at all times.
3. The Hirer agrees to pay the hire charges as specified by the Owner.
4. The Hirer agrees to compensate the Owner at full replacement cost for any equipment that is lost, damaged, or returned incomplete during the hire period.
5. If the Hirer fails to pay hire charges or return the equipment at the end of the hire period, the Owner reserves the right to claim any associated losses, including lost profits and recovery costs.
6. The Hirer must notify the Owner of any change in address within 48 hours of the change.
7. All hired equipment must be returned clean and in good working condition. The Owner reserves the right to charge reasonable cleaning or repair costs if this condition is not met.
8. The Hirer is responsible for the care and safekeeping of the equipment for the duration of the hire period.
9. The Owner provides no warranty regarding the condition or suitability of the hired equipment for any particular purpose, whether stated or implied.
10. The Owner reserves the right to adjust hire rates without prior notice.
11. The Owner may require a bond for all hired equipment. This bond will be refunded once the equipment is returned clean and in proper working order.
12. Booking cancellations must be made via email at least 24 hours before 9:00 AM on the scheduled delivery date to qualify for a full refund. If less than 24 hours’ notice is given, a $30 late cancellation fee will be deducted from the refund. No refunds will be provided for cancellations made after 9:00 AM on the delivery date or for items already delivered.
13. The Hirer is responsible for paying hire charges for the entire hire period, as agreed.
14. The Owner accepts no liability for injury, damage, or loss sustained by the Hirer, any third party, or property arising from the use of the hired equipment. The Hirer is solely responsible for ensuring the equipment is suitable for their intended use.
15. If any term or condition in this agreement is deemed void or unenforceable by a court, the remaining terms will remain valid and enforceable.
16. This agreement is governed by and construed under the laws of the State of Queensland.
17. The Hirer agrees to indemnify the Owner, its employees, and agents against any loss, damage, injury, or claims arising directly or indirectly from the use, transport, or maintenance of the hired equipment.
18. The Owner is not liable for any loss, damage, injury, or claims resulting from representations, warranties, terms, or conditions—express or implied—related to the use, transport, or maintenance of the hired equipment, including those arising from the negligence of the Owner or its employees or agents.
19. This agreement is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Queensland.