Recall… Petzl has issued an urgent recall for certain 2022-manufactured European versions of the NEWTON, NEWTON FAST, and NEWTON EASYFIT harnesses, due to a defect in the FAST LT chest buckle...
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Housing… With housing policy now a key battleground in the federal election, Master Builders Australia has welcomed the attention but is urging both major parties to go further, arguing that first-home...
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ESSENTIAL… In Short: Over 100 minor changes made to streamline exempt and complying developments. Clearer rules for dual occupancies, terraces, farm stays, and asbestos removal. Easier approval-free upgrades for homes and...
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ABCB… In Short: No confirmed release date for the next NCC edition Usual February preview and May start won’t apply in 2025 Final advice still pending from Building Ministers Stick to...
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Building… New home building approvals fell by 0.3 per cent in February, following a 6.3 per cent increase in January. Master Builders Australia Chief Economist Shane Garrett said new data from...
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Brian… Memorial Service for Brian Seidler AM You're invited to watch the livestream recording of the memorial service honouring the life and legacy of Brian Seidler AM, our esteemed Executive Director...
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NSW… The NSW Government is introducing State Agency League Tables to track the performance of 22 state agencies involved in development approvals, aiming to boost transparency and accountability. A similar initiative...
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Builders… Short takeaway: The Coalition says it’ll push the financial regulator to ease up on home loan approval rules. Their shadow housing minister claims almost 40% of first-time buyers can’t get...
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Inclement… Members located in Northern NSW who are affected by Cyclone Alfred are reminded that workers working in the general building and construction and the civil construction sector are covered by...
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Building… Building Commission NSW is reminding licensed plumbers and drainers of their responsibilities when it comes to supervising unqualified workers such as apprentices. An awareness campaign was launched after inspectors found...
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