by John McGee | Aug 4, 2026 | Legislation updates
The NSW Parliament has now passed the Building (Approvals and Practitioners) Bill 2026, paving the way for one of the most significant reforms of the State’s building approvals framework in more than a decade. The reforms will establish a new consolidated...
by John McGee | Nov 25, 2025 | Legislation updates
The NSW planning landscape is undergoing another significant period of reform. With amendments to the EP&A Act passed in May 2025, and a major reform Bill introduced in September 2025, the development and construction sector is facing meaningful shifts in...
by John McGee | Jun 23, 2025 | Legislation updates
What the construction industry needs to know in 2025 The Design and Building Practitioners Act 2020 (NSW) continues to reshape the construction industry, broadening its scope from high-rise residential to a wider range of building classes and project types. While its...
by John McGee | Apr 22, 2024 | Legislation updates
In a stride toward a more inclusive environment, the updated AS1428.1:2021 standard heralds a significant evolution from its 2009 predecessor, promising enhanced accessibility in new building projects across Australia. With over 4 million Australians experiencing some...
by John McGee | Jan 13, 2023 | Legislation updates, Livable cities and reforms
The NSW Government is showing a strong commitment to the development of sustainable and resilient homes and buildings. A new State Environmental Planning Policy (Sustainable Buildings) 2022 looks to encourage the design and delivery of more sustainable buildings...
