The Lease Sale Agreement is a crucial document used in Australian commercial property transactions when a tenant wishes to sell their leasehold interest to another party. This comprehensive agreement is designed to comply with Australian federal and state/territory property laws, addressing both the commercial terms of the sale and the legal requirements for lease assignment. It is particularly important in situations where businesses are being sold with their premises, or when tenants need to exit their lease obligations while ensuring continuity of the lease terms. The document includes provisions for obtaining landlord's consent, managing security deposits, handling outstanding obligations, and ensuring smooth transition of the leasehold interest, all while maintaining compliance with relevant Australian legislation and regulations.

1. Parties: Identifies and provides full details of all parties to the agreement including the seller (current lessee) and buyer (incoming lessee)

2. Background: Outlines the context of the agreement, including details of the existing lease and the parties' intention to transfer the lease interest

3. Definitions: Defines key terms used throughout the agreement for clarity and consistency

4. Sale and Purchase: Details the core transaction - the sale of the lease interest, including the purchase price and payment terms

5. Lease Details: Summarizes the key terms of the existing lease being transferred, including term, rent, and permitted use

6. Conditions Precedent: Lists any conditions that must be satisfied before the lease sale can complete, including landlord's consent

7. Completion: Specifies the completion date, process, and obligations of each party at completion

8. Seller's Warranties: Lists the seller's warranties regarding the lease, property condition, and other relevant matters

9. Buyer's Warranties: Contains the buyer's warranties and acknowledgments

10. Assignment and Landlord's Consent: Details the process and requirements for obtaining the landlord's consent to the assignment

11. Costs and Duties: Allocates responsibility for legal costs, stamp duty, and other transaction expenses

12. Default and Termination: Specifies events of default and consequences, including termination rights

13. Notices: Sets out how formal notices under the agreement must be given

14. General Provisions: Contains standard boilerplate clauses including governing law, entire agreement, and variation

15. Execution: Formal execution blocks for all parties to sign