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The Building Legislation Amendment (Buyer Protections) Act 2025 introduces first‑resort domestic building insurance and expanded enforcement powers for the new Building and Plumbing Commission in Victoria. These reforms significantly increase risk exposure for builders, developers and subcontractors.
The Planning and Environment Court of Queensland has confirmed that a condition is not lawful merely because it might improve amenity where the approved development already complies with planning controls.
A land owner in contempt of court for the failure to comply with enforcement orders aimed at regularising the unlawful existence of a shed is fined $5,000 and ordered to pay costs capped at $20,000.
The Court of Appeal has granted leave to appeal, clarifying the scope for claiming compensation under section 16 of the Acquisition of Land Act 1967 (Qld).
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