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News. Stay informed with the latest updates, official media releases, and regulatory announcements. Better protections for homeowners start today. 1 July 2026. One year on the BPC takes another huge step forward with new powers, stronger consumer
Created: 26 Jun 2026
Domestic building registration supports safer, higher‑quality home construction by ensuring builders have proven capability across the type of work they deliver. Whether operating as Domestic Builder (Unlimited), Domestic Builder (Unlimited with
Created: 24 Jun 2026
Understand when you need a registered building practitioner in Victoria, what types of work require licensing, and how to verify credentials, avoid risks, and ensure your building or renovation project meets legal requirements.
Created: 19 Jun 2026
Building work in Victoria often requires planning and building permits, which ensure projects are lawful, safe and compliant. Planning permits deal with how land can be used, while building permits confirm construction meets regulatory standards and
Created: 24 Jun 2026
Homeowners. Information about building and plumbing matters for property owners, residents and renovators. You can also find useful resources for keeping safe on your property. Essential information for your build or renovation. Before you start
Created: 27 Jun 2026
Guide to retrofit your home for better bushfire protection. Provides practical advice on upgrades, ember protection and Bushfire Attack Levels to reduce risk and improve resilience.
Created: 24 Jun 2026
Media release. Enforcement. BPC suspends municipal building surveyor Asanka Kodikara for gross failures to act. The Building and Plumbing Commission (BPC) has suspended and fined a prominent building surveyor following a series of failures to act
Created: 24 Jun 2026
Learn how to navigate building agreements and contracts, including key contract types, legal requirements, deposits, permits, and what to include to protect your rights before starting construction.
Created: 19 Jun 2026
Learn which reference materials are allowed in BPC building practitioner exams, including NCC, legislation, and Australian Standards, plus rules for online access and exam conditions.
Created: 24 Jun 2026
Consumer guide to NCC 2022 covering standards, requirements and how the code ensures safe, compliant building for homeowners in Victoria.
Created: 24 Jun 2026