Govt to… The NSW Government has launched a five-year, $1 billion Pre–Sale Finance Guarantee to fast-track housing construction across NSW. This program allows the government to guarantee up to 50% of approved...
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New… From 1 July 2025 , the units of competency required to become a demolition supervisor are changing. This follows consultation with industry and stakeholders in 2024 and 2025 on demolition...
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Steel… BESIX Watpac has warned that Donald Trump’s move to double US steel tariffs is set to create fresh uncertainty across global construction supply chains, just as the company returns to...
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Building… Australia’s economy is slowing, but it’s the country’s builders who are keeping it upright for now, says peak building and construction industry association Master Builders Australia. New national account figures...
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… Australia’s construction sector remained flat in the first quarter of 2025, as gains in residential building were offset by declines in non-residential and engineering construction, according to the latest industry...
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Payday… Payday Super for employers and employees In the 2023-24 Federal Budget, the Government announced that from 1 July 2026, employers would be required to pay workers’ super at the same...
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AS 3740 (… Clause 4.2 of AS 3740 (Waterproofing of domestic wet areas) has quickly become one of the most misunderstood parts of the standard. It’s led to widespread confusion, unnecessary costs, and...
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BUILDING… The building and construction industry affects millions of lives, and the role of the Building Commission NSW has never been more important. It’s responsible for making sure residential construction is...
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Shape the… Master Builders Australia is delivering a major new initiative, funded by the federal government, to better support women's careers in construction. As part of this, independent research company Insightfully is...
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Digital… On 17 April 2025, enhancements were released to the following digital services on the NSW Planning Portal (the Portal): BASIX Certificate registration Controlled activity approval Intent to seek occupation certificate...
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