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NSW Building Commission's Digital Upgrade Sparks Doubts

7/10/2025

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The Building Commission NSW is still relying on outdated carbon paper for issuing fines to builders, raising eyebrows about its enforcement capabilities. Commissioner James Sherrard confirmed plans for a digital upgrade by year-end, but doubts linger. With $145 million allocated by the NSW government, the commission aims to bolster oversight in residential construction.

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The Building Commission NSW is still relying on outdated carbon paper for issuing fines to builders, raising eyebrows about its enforcement capabilities. Commissioner James Sherrard confirmed plans for a digital upgrade by year-end, but doubts linger. With $145 million allocated by the NSW government, the commission aims to bolster oversight in residential construction.