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Guide to landscaping covering planning, design and compliance requirements for safe, functional outdoor spaces in residential building projects.
Created: 30 Jun 2026
Learn how to minimise foundation movement and prevent damage to your home, with practical guidance on soil, drainage, trees and maintenance from the VBA.
Created: 30 Jun 2026
This is a guide on how to handle a performance security claim in Victoria under the Security of Payment (SOP) Act. It outlines key requirements, strict 10-business-day deadlines for serving a performance security schedule, and the legal consequences
Created: 30 Jun 2026
Learn how to safely rebuild after a bushfire in Victoria, including approvals, choosing registered practitioners, inspections and compliance with building regulations.
Created: 30 Jun 2026
Learn about the Building and Plumbing Commission (BPC), its role in regulating Victoria’s building industry, access to information, FOI processes, and resources for consumers and practitioners.
Created: 30 Jun 2026
Having issues with a builder, plumber, or building surveyor? Discover how the BPC handles disputes, assesses compliance, and how you can submit a complaint or tip-off.
Created: 30 Jun 2026
Consumer guide to NCC 2022 covering standards, requirements and how the code ensures safe, compliant building for homeowners in Victoria.
Created: 30 Jun 2026
The BPC has detailed major, retrospective changes to the Security of Payment Act 2002 (SOP Act) taking effect on 15 April 2026. These strict compliance updates limit payment terms, invalidate unfair notice-based time bars, and enforce a mandatory
Created: 30 Jun 2026
The Victorian Government has amended the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 2002, taking effect on 15 April 2026 to improve cash flow and fairness on jobsites. Key updates include a new statutory framework for performance
Created: 30 Jun 2026
This guide explains the typical tasks for commercial building work. If you are asked to an assessment interview, some of your interview questions will be based on this information.
Created: 30 Jun 2026