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Pool safety in Queensland—the role of the QBCC

The Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC) is an independent statutory authority that regulates Queensland’s building and construction industry. This includes overseeing pool safety laws. When it comes to pool safety laws, the QBCC …

Conviction and fine for illegal building work highlights risks to homeowners

A former Brisbane resident has become the fifth person convicted and fined this year for illegal building activities in prosecutions brought by the QBCC. Paul Joseph Ford was convicted and fined a total of $16,000 in Beaudesert Magistrates Court on …

Statewide crackdown on unlicensed building work nabs four more individuals

Four people are suspected of performing unlicensed work following a recent audit of 52 active building sites in Cairns by Queensland’s building regulator. Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC) officers checked the licences of almost …

Building regulator snags a dozen without a licence

A further twelve individuals suspected of performing unlicensed building work in Brisbane have been uncovered following ongoing compliance audits by Queensland’s building regulator. Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC) officers …

Plumbing Matters: The latest updates from QBCC

See the latest plumbing news from QBCC. Compliance activities targeting plumbing and drainage work Plumbers and drainers protect public health and safety by ensuring the safe delivery of drinking water and removal of waste. As the state’s …

What's changed in the BIFOLA Act?

Learn how the trust account framework has been simplified. On 1 July 2024 amendments to the Building Industry Fairness (Security of Payment) and Other Legislation Amendment Act 2024 commenced. The BIFOLA Act amendments include changes to: The …

Technical qualifications for plumbing & drainage occupational licences

Technical qualifications for plumbing & drainage occupational licences …

5 Top tips for tax time discussions for trust accounts

Use our 5 top tips for trust account discussions to consider your preparations ahead of the final two phases of trust accounts from 1 March and 1 October 2025. Tax time trust account discussions 1. Get informed Send your accountant a link to our …

Using water and gas in flood and cyclonic affected areas

Floods and cyclones can cause significant damage to water infrastructure and housing. Here are some answers to frequently asked questions from residents with plumbing, gas and water use issues. Look for signs of damage to pipework and fittings. If …

All valid QBCC licence cards

The QBCC is rolling out new photo licence cards to lay a foundation for the transition to digital licensing. During this time, you will see both old and new photo ID licence card designs. Photo licence cards provide greater security for QBCC …