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Find out how to start a tenancy, renting costs and how to get repairs done. Learn how to end a tenancy, get your bond back and what to do if things go wrong.
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Latest housing and construction updates
Ministerial media release
31 January 2025
Developers could face financial penalties for failing to deliver homes and unfairly profiting off buyers under reforms being considered by the NSW Government.
Ministerial media release
31 January 2025
The NSW Government is building a safer New South Wales for regional women and children with construction now beginning on a new safe haven in Port Stephens.
Ministerial media release
30 January 2025
A Kempsey Shire causeway that’s highly susceptible to flooding is to be replaced with a new 75-metre-high bridge following approval of more than $3 million in natural disaster betterment funding from the Albanese and Minns Governments.
Ministerial media release
30 January 2025
The NSW Government is set to take up residence in a new workplace hub in the heart of Sydney from early 2025.
Ministerial media release
29 January 2025
The Albanese and Minns Labor governments are progressing plans for an upgrade of a key bridge on one of Australia’s busiest road freight corridors, as part of efforts to unlock access for more heavy vehicles.
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Recent housing and construction publications
Factsheet
NSW Fair Trading | 4 October 2023
Strata scheme annual reporting frequently asked questions.
Form
Housing Appeals Committee | 1 May 2025
Use this advocate authority form to give authority to another person in a matter relating to the Housing Appeals Committee.
Order
Building Commission NSW | 28 January 2025
2-8 Belair Close, Hornsby, NSW, 2077 (SP92638).
Order
Building Commission NSW | 24 January 2025
17-19 Hinkler Avenue, Caringbah, NSW 2229
Order
Building Commission NSW | 24 January 2025
17-19 Hinkler Avenue, Caringbah, NSW 2229 (Lot 24 and 25, DP DP15573)