The VBA has released a draft Code of Conduct for Building Surveyors which…

Cladding Rectification Levy

On 1 January 2020, the State Government implemented the combustible cladding…


Cladding Rectification Levy

An additional building permit levy is being introduced by the Victorian…


New Registration Laws for Pools & Spas

On 1 December 2019, new laws to improve swimming pool and spa safety came into…


Cadet/Assistant Building Surveyor

 Between 2 - 4 years’ PRIVATE SECTOR experience  Salary based on experience…


Maintenance of Essential Safety Measures

Essential Safety Measures (ESMs) are the safety features required in a building…


Toughened Glass Product Safety Recall

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has issued a product safety…


NCC 2019 "Out of Cycle" Amendment

An out of cycle amendment to the 2019 National Construction Code, to be known…


$600 Million Towards Cladding Repairs

Recently the Victorian Government committed $600 million to fix buildings with…


Timber Framing Concession - Advisory Note

In recent weeks the VBA and the ABCB have issued industry alerts and advisory…