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New strata reforms target high-rise building defects
Developers in NSW may soon be expected to place two percent of the contract price into a building bond, to cover the cost of any defects in new unit blocks more than three storeys high. A deposit...
National certification scheme on the horizon
The Abbott Government is considering a national certification scheme for inferior and potentially dangerous building products imported from overseas, following a national Building Ministers Forum...
Property announced as biggest industry sector
New research commissioned by the Property Council of Australia has found that the property sector accounted for 11.5 percent of GDP in the last financial year, becoming the largest industry in the...
Your guide to 2015 National Construction Code Reforms
The National Construction Code (NCC) has experienced significant reform as part of an agreement between federal and state ministers, commencing 1 May 2015. The changes are expected to lead to...
The dangers of non-conforming building products in Australia
Industry bodies have highlighted serious concerns with the increase of building and construction products that do not conform to Australian standards and regulatory requirements, following a number...
Disability Standards 2010 review
The Department of Industry and Science is reviewing the effectiveness of the Disability Standards 2010 (Access to Premises – Buildings) in providing access to buildings for people with a disability....
Budget 2015: Instant tax break for small business assets under $20,000
The recent budget made business owners very happy, with the announcement that small businesses with an annual turnover of under $2 million can claim immediate tax deductions for assets under...
5 questions you should ask when appointing an accredited certifier
Certifiers are regulated by the Building Professionals Board and subject to strict accreditation criteria and legislative requirements. Their role is to inspect construction works at critical...
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