Zollo v Commissioner for Consumer Affairs

The appeal concerned disciplinary proceedings against a builder, Zollo, brought by the Commissioner for Consumer Affairs. The dispute ultimately reached the Supreme Court of South Australia, with the judgment delivered by Peek, Blue and Stanley JJ.

The central legal issue before the Full Court was whether the permanent orders made by the District Court in the disciplinary proceedings were manifestly excessive, thereby justifying interference on appeal. The appellant, Zollo, sought to overturn these orders.

The Court considered the appellant's submissions regarding the severity of the orders. However, after reviewing the circumstances and the grounds of appeal, the Court concluded that the permanent orders were not demonstrably excessive. Consequently, the Court found no basis to interfere with the District Court's decision.

The Court granted an extension of time for the appeal to be heard and then dismissed the appeal. The parties were to be heard as to costs.