Insights and News
The Department of Fair Trading NSW has introduced the Building Work Levy!
“The Building Work Levy” has been implemented on the 4th of July 2022, to fund the NSW building reforms to amplify the standards of Class 2 Buildings. This is done by applying additional measures in the design and building works of Class 2...
Did you know that Samuel is an Expert Witness?
An expert witness is a person whose level of specialised knowledge or skill and qualifications in a particular field enables them to present their opinion about the facts of a case during legal proceedings. Their role is to provide relevant and...
Project Remediate and the Interest Free-Loan
Project Remediate is the introduction of a 10-year interest-free loan to applicable owners’ corporations for cladding remediation works. The NSW Government will pay for the interest on the loans on behalf of unit owners to fund and fast-track the...
How long will Project Remediate take and what are the steps involved?
How long will Project Remediate take and what are the steps involved? There is an 11-step streamlined process designed to ensure that the owners corporation is guided along the way and receive quality assurance from every service provider and...
Which Version of the BCA applies to Construction Work?
The Office of the Building Commissioner has recently provided clarity on the application of the Building Code of Australia (BCA) in construction projects. Understanding this is vital, as adherence to industry practices might not necessarily equate...
Why Asbestos Should Concern You
Asbestos can cause serious illness. The particles can become airborne and easily breathed into the lungs, potentially causing health problems during exposure. Although most fibres breathed in during exposure are removed from your lungs by your...