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World Toilet Day may sound funny to some, but it is aimed at drawing attention to the very serious issue of sanitation and has been observed by the United Nations on 19 November since 2013.  The World Toilet Organisation estimates there are 3.6 …

In 2022, National Asbestos Awareness Week (21-27 November) is asking Australians to “Think Twice About Asbestos”. The national safety program is aimed at encouraging home occupiers and tradespeople to ‘do things the right way’ by ensuring the proper …

With the weather heating up in the Sunshine State, homeowners and occupiers are being encouraged to make sure they know the pool rules. In Queensland, all swimming pools and spas that can hold more than 300 millimetres in depth of water must have a …

Queensland’s building regulator is holding a one-off webinar to dispel the rumours and clarify misconceptions about annual financial reporting. Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC) Commissioner Anissa Levy, says the regulator will …

Public safety and that of building industry members has been enhanced by the building regulator raising awareness about potentially non-conforming building products (NCBPs). The Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC) has contacted …

Tradies are being urged to prepare their building sites now in the event of a major storm or cyclone this summer. Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC) Commissioner Anissa Levy says there are a few common-sense safety measures to …

The Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC) has successfully prosecuted James Carsten Christensen for the second time in the Rockhampton Magistrates Court for carrying out unlicensed building work. Mr Christensen, who does not hold a …

On 16 September, we hosted our first QBCC Consumer Roundtable – an important new initiative designed to bring the voices of home owners directly into the conversation to inform reform.  We welcomed eight Queensland home owners who are living and …

When building or renovating a home in Queensland, it’s important to understand the protections available to you. One of the most important is the Queensland Home Warranty Insurance Scheme, administered by us, the QBCC. What is the Queensland Home …

One of the most important things to understand before signing a building contract is how deposits and progress payments work. Knowing what’s standard and what isn’t can help protect you from issues down the track. What are you working with? Home …