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Ministerial media release
13 November 2024

Surprise electrical inspections of Newcastle home builds sparks surge in safety​

Newcastle residents can have peace of mind knowing their home build is under the watchful eye of Building Commission NSW, with more than 100 properties recently inspected across the region.  

Ministerial media release
20 October 2024

New Building Commissioner appointed

Minister for Building Anoulack Chanthivong has welcomed the appointment of the new NSW Building Commissioner.

Ministerial media release
29 August 2024

NSW Government flicks enforcement switch to better protect electrical apprentices

Electricians who fail to properly supervise apprentices will lose their licence under changes designed to protect young workers and make sure electrical work meets quality standards.

Ministerial media release
13 August 2024

Strengthening building protections for home owners

The Minns Labor Government has commenced a review to identify better protections for people building homes, delivering on an election commitment to review the state’s home building compensation scheme.

Ministerial media release
28 June 2024

Building Commission expands its quality operations to the Illawarra

Builders considering cutting corners on construction sites in the Illawarra and Shoalhaven should think again with Building Commission NSW establishing a permanent presence in the region from Monday.

News
24 June 2024

Strata building bond percentage increase

An update on changes to the strata building bond and inspections scheme (SBBIS).  

Departmental release
24 June 2024

NSW and Victorian construction regulators unite to build a better industry and meet housing needs

Building Commission NSW (the Commission) has welcomed the Victorian Building Authority (VBA) to Sydney to share nation-leading industry regulation, insights, information, and innovations during a two-day visit.

News
19 June 2024

Changes to design and building practitioner obligations

An overview of legislative changes under the Design and Building Practitioners Regulation 2024 that may affect your obligations as an industry practitioner.

Ministerial media release
9 June 2024

A regulator to deliver better homes for people in NSW

The NSW Government will invest in Building Commission NSW’s digital capabilities to weed out more dodgy builders, as the watchdog reveals details of a recent joint-operation that protected hundreds of buyers and renovators.

Departmental release
5 June 2024

Building Commission welcomes a new era in construction site standards

Building Commission NSW is working with Stockland - one of Australia’s largest diversified property groups - on a 12-month trial to install more gender appropriate worksite toilets at three of its Sydney residential projects.

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