Queensland: the crackdown on unlicensed building is real
Queensland’s regulator is stepping up its game. In FY22–23, the QBCC issued 313 fines to individuals for unlicensed contracting and related offences. By FY23–24, the focus shifted heavily toward prosecutions, with compliance teams targeting those trying to operate outside the rules. The message is blunt: if you’re on site without the right licence, you’re a […]
Top 3 Builder License Application Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Navigating the license application process can be tough, with the smallest mistakes leading to long delays or outright rejections. Understanding the common mistakes and knowing how to avoid them is critical for a smooth application process. This guide highlights the three most common mistakes applicants make, providing you with the solutions you need in order […]
Avoid Paying Extra To Apply For Your Builders Licence
Are you an unlicensed builder who needs to complete a building course to be eligible to apply for your builders licence? Did you know the longer you put it off the more it will cost you? The Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) has announced changes to two building courses, with extra units added to the […]
5 Reasons Construction Companies Get Sued And How To Avoid It
Whenever builders and construction companies complete construction work there is always the risk of litigation or being sued depending on the quality and standard of the job. Here are five reasons construction companies get sued, so you know the risks and what to avoid. 1. CONTRACT BREACH If your client feels as though there has […]
QBCC Issues Public Warning: Make Sure You Have Your QBCC Licence
The Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC) has issued a public warning over unlicensed building work being done in the Cairns region in north Queensland. The QBCC has also urged consumers only to hire tradies or companies who hold the appropriate QBCC licence. If you are an unlicensed builder, here’s what you need to know. […]
Do You Need A QBCC Company Licence? Don’t Get Caught!
All construction and building work undertaken in Queensland requires the correct licence for the individual or company wishing to undertake the work. It’s important to ensure you have the right licence, approved and issued by the Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC), to continue operating in the building industry in Queensland. An issue that can […]
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