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Building Commission NSW returns to Riverina-Murray to lift electrical standards

Building Commission NSW has returned to the Riverina-Murray to hammer home the importance of electrical standards, issuing 11 fines and 36 written notices for electrical issues in a recent blitz.

Ministerial media release

Minns Government building reforms to lay the foundation for modular and prefabricated homes to boost housing completions

The Minns Labor Government has proposed a new suite of productivity reforms to NSW building laws, including laying the foundation for a nation-leading adoption of prefabricated homes and modular buildings to help accelerate the state’s housing delivery.

Media release

Building Commission NSW inspects 120 sites and helps 160 locals during Queanbeyan campaign

Building Commission NSW has wrapped up its Queanbeyan campaign, with the building regulator inspecting more than 120 sites and engaging with around 160 locals from September 15 to 17.

Ministerial media release

Port to Port: Building Commission NSW inspects Hunter and Mid North Coast sites

Building Commission NSW has wrapped an inspection blitz on sites between Port Stephens and Port Macquarie, as part of its commitment to lifting building standards across regional NSW.

Ministerial media release

$1 billion Pre-sale Finance Guarantee open for business

Expressions of Interest (EOI) are now open for the Minns Labor Government’s world-leading Pre-sale Finance Guarantee program (PFG).

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Webinar: BCNSW eCert portal for electricians session

Date: Wednesday 10 December 2025
Time: 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm (AEDT)

Join a live information session tailored for electricians. Watch a demonstration of the new portal and see how quick and easy it is to use.

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