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Ministerial media release

Minns Labor Government lays final legislative groundwork for 10-year defects insurance for apartment buildings

The Minns Labor Government has passed the Fair Trading and Building Legislation Amendment Bill, laying the final piece of legislative groundwork needed to bring Decennial Liability Insurance (DLI) to market and give apartment owners protection against the cost of fixing serious building defects.

Ministerial media release

A modern era of construction methods and approvals begins

The Minns Labor Government has passed nation-leading building reforms through NSW Parliament introducing a new, modern era of approvals and construction methods.

Media release

Building Commission NSW to visit Mid North Coast and connect with local tradies

Tradespeople on the NSW Mid North Coast will have the chance to connect and learn from building industry experts when Building Commission NSW visits the area for a free seminar on 28 July.

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Update on amendments to building regulations

Several regulations that apply to members of the building industry have been amended. The changes defer requirements that were due to take effect from 1 July 2026.

Media release

Building Commission NSW to visit Far West and connect with local tradies

Tradespeople in the Far West will have the chance to connect and learn from building industry experts when Building Commission NSW visits the area for a free seminar this week.