Latest Industry News

VIC - Consultation on new Buyer Protections Regulations

December 19th, 2025

Advocacy

Today the Victorian Department of Transport and Planning (DTP) has released a Regulatory Impact Statement (RIS) for consultation in relation to the changes proposed in Victoria for domestic building insurance (DBI) which will see the introduction...

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VIC - New electrification standards and regulations

December 17th, 2025

Advocacy

Under new regulations, residential and commercial buildings must be built as all-electric, and existing gas hot water systems in residential buildings must be replaced with electric alternatives at end-of-life. This is relevant for gas pool...

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SA - Inspection Policies for Proposed Practice Direction Updates

December 17th, 2025

Advocacy

The State Planning Commission (SPC) has prepared a discussion paper on inspection policies for the purpose of gathering feedback from key stakeholders, which will be used to inform further updates to Practice Directions, in particular Practice...

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SPASA End of Year Events

December 15th, 2025

A Vibrant Finish to the Year with Celebrations Across Australia!

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Pool Spa Life Australia Returns for Season 2

December 10th, 2025

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Pool Spa Life Australia Returns for Season 2 - Launching Sunday, 25 January 2026 on 9Life

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NZ - Proportionate liability – changes coming to accountability for defective work

November 27th, 2025

Advocacy

The New Zealand Government is changing the liability rules in the building and construction sector. Changes to legislation, expected to take effect in 2027, will shift Aotearoa New Zealand’s liability settings from joint and several to...

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SA - Consultation on registration of residential building inspectors

November 19th, 2025

Advocacy

Consumer and Business Services (CBS) is proposing a new registration scheme for SA residential building inspectors, possibly requiring changes to the Building Work Contractors Act 1995. They’re seeking public and industry feedback from 14 Nov to...

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SA – PDI amendments affecting planning assessment

November 19th, 2025

Advocacy

On the 10th of November PlanSA made the Planning, Development and Infrastructure (General) (Miscellaneous) (No 2) Amendment Regulations 2025. These changes may affect the length of time it takes for planning applications to be processed.

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A Milestone for the Pool & Spa Industry in New Zealand.

November 11th, 2025

Advocacy

For the past three years, SPASA, in collaboration with the Institute of Research and Learning, (IRLearning) has been working closely with Waihanga Ara Rau to establish a formal qualification for swimming pool and spa building in New Zealand.

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Master Pool Builder Showcase 2025: A Celebration of Excellence and Innovation

October 30th, 2025

Thank you to everyone who joined us at the Master Pool Builders Showcase. It was a day full of inspiration and collaboration. Members gathered from across Australia for a day filled with inspiring conversations, fresh industry insights, and...

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NCC 2025 gets sign off

October 28th, 2025

Advocacy

Building Ministers have finally signed off on the publication of National Construction Code 2025 (NCC 2025). The final version of NCC 2025 will be available from 1 February 2026, with a start date of 1 May 2026.

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Major Win with SA Councils on Pool Heat Pumps

October 17th, 2025

Advocacy

Building Rules Consent (BRC) is SA’s largest building certification business and we are always working to improve the way builders can navigate the rules and complex processes SA councils put in place.

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