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BUILDING MINISTERS’ FORUM Communique

BUILDING MINISTERS’ FORUM 6 October 2017 Communiqué The third Building Ministers’ Forum (BMF) for 2017 held in Brisbane on Friday, 6 October 2017, continued to drive decisive action on potentially hazardous aluminium cladding and other efforts to improve the compliance and safety of Australian buildings. BMF Ministers recognise the public safety concern and clear risk … Continue reading “BUILDING MINISTERS’ FORUM Communique”

Announcement of new CEO for the VBA

VBA names new Chief Executive The Chief Commissioner of the Victorian Building Authority (VBA), Dr Owen Donald, today announced the appointment of Ms Sue Eddy as the building regulator’s new CEO. Ms Eddy’s appointment follows an extensive search and selection process that commenced in June this year when Prue Digby announced her intention to retire … Continue reading “Announcement of new CEO for the VBA”

NSW Government investigation finds Griffith City Council breached law on certifying multiple buildings

“I knew what I did was illegal…” Council planning manager Carel Potgieter told the board “I knew what I did was illegal however I thought I was doing it within my delegation…”. Council defended their actions in a submission to the BPB, highlighting problems they face in terms of staff shortages. Council said, “the motive for non-accredited … Continue reading “NSW Government investigation finds Griffith City Council breached law on certifying multiple buildings”