QBCC News

Regulatory updates from QBCC News explained in plain English for Australian small businesses.

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Tradies National Health Month: Starting the Conversation
August is Tradies National Health Month. The QBCC highlights health support services for Queensland tradies, with APA research showing 90% experienced work-rela
20 September 2026
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Owed money? The QBCC may be able to help
Queensland subcontractors and suppliers unpaid for building work can lodge a formal complaint with the QBCC. Over $67 million recovered since 2014.
20 September 2026
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QBCC Enforcement Action Delivers 52 Convictions for Unlawful Building Activity
QBCC reports 52 prosecutions and 37 convictions in 2025-26, with fines over $380,000 for unlicensed work, excessive deposits and non-compliant contracts.
20 September 2026
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QBCC home maintenance guide: what Queensland homeowners need to know
The QBCC has published a 7-page home maintenance guide covering drainage, foundations, warranties, and room-by-room checklists for Queensland homeowners.
8 September 2026
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QBCC Compliance and Enforcement Strategy 2026-2030
The QBCC has published its Compliance and Enforcement Strategy for 2026-2030, outlining a proactive, data-driven approach to regulating Queensland's building in
1 September 2026
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QBCC research: Queensland home owners lack awareness of warranty scheme time limits
QBCC research of 556 Queensland property owners found only 45% knew the Home Warranty Scheme has claim time limits. Free guidance is available via the Home Owne
28 August 2026
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QBCC service improvements: faster disputes, digital licences and reduced reporting
The QBCC has published a summary of service improvements over the past 12 months, including faster dispute resolution, digital licences and reduced reporting ob
28 August 2026
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Unlicensed individual convicted and fined for illegal building work in Queensland
A Queensland man with no QBCC licence was convicted and fined $8,000 for doing building work without a licence at a Sippy Down property.
11 August 2026
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Pool safety inspections and advisory services: QBCC updated guidance for licensed inspectors
QBCC has updated its guidance for licensed Pool Safety Inspectors in Queensland, clarifying when a visit triggers a statutory inspection obligation.
11 August 2026
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Record keeping requirements for Pool Safety Inspectors in Queensland
QBCC fact sheet sets out mandatory record keeping rules for licensed Pool Safety Inspectors in Queensland, effective May 2026.
11 August 2026
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Fast-tracked: 1,000 QBCC licences finalised under 10 days
The QBCC's Rapid Assess and Triage Team finalised almost 1,000 licence applications in under 10 days between March and May 2026. Current average is 25 days.
30 July 2026
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