Learn how to safely rebuild after a bushfire in Victoria, including approvals, choosing registered practitioners, inspections and compliance with building regulations.
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
Overview of 2023 Building and Plumbing Amendment Regulations covering NCC updates, compliance changes and revised standards for building and plumbing in Victoria.
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
This outlines the legal recourse available to construction claimants in Victoria under the Security of Payment (SOP) Act when a respondent fails to pay a progress claim or provide a payment schedule. Key options detailed include exercising a lien
This practice note provides guidance on how to interpret and apply building and plumbing regulatory requirements, supporting consistent compliance and best‑practice outcomes.
AS/NZS 3500.4:2025 outlines updated requirements for heated water services, including new rules for flexible hose assemblies, isolating valves, and improved clarity for plumbing practitioners in Victoria. The standard, effective for work from 20
AS 4575 sets the mandatory requirements for servicing Type A gas appliances in Victoria, including compliance standards, licensing, and detailed record‑keeping obligations for gasfitters. It also outlines updated 2026 regulations for submitting