WA’s building regulator says a $65,000 fine for disregarding official orders to rectify two pool renovations sends a strong message about service providers’ responsibilities. Building and Energy’s prosecution of Stay At Home Living Pty Ltd , now in liquidation, and its sole director, Dominic David Jackson , concluded at Perth Magistrates Court on 16 August 2024. Both were convicted under WA’s...

A new entitlement for 10 days’ paid family and domestic violence leave (FDV leave) has commenced for all employees in the state industrial relations system. This entitlement, which commences today, 9 September 2024, comes from the National Employment Standards in the federal Fair Work Act 2009. Under the national provisions, a full time, part time or casual employee is able to take paid FDV leave...

When a can of bug spray or a mouse trap no longer works to keep your house pest-free, it could be time to call in the experts. And with the warmer weather around the corner, the creepy crawlies will be making an appearance. Unfortunately, pest control services don’t always go to plan leaving you dealing with continued problems or even damage to your home. The good news is you have rights under...

Consumer Protection is urging Western Australians to exercise caution before signing up for fitness programs or challenges over concerns of misleading and deceptive conduct.

Media statement from Commerce Minister Sue Ellery Outcome reached on industry response between the pipe manufacturer and builders Decision provides way forward for impacted homeowners Cook Government to provide $30 million as part of agreement Legislative changes to be introduced to protect WA homeowners An in-principle agreement has been secured between the Cook Government, Iplex Australia and...

In 2021, Grandfather Maurice Wayne Matthews died of mechanical asphyxia from being crushed under a car. He had decided to work on his car that morning but was killed due to the jack becoming unstable on a sloped surface, causing the vehicle to shift. Repairing a vehicle at home carries the risk of death. While preventable, incidents continue to occur. Over 100 Australians have died due to DIY car...

Motorists in Perth and Mandurah are advised to fill up now if they need to, with petrol prices set to rise tomorrow. After today motorists will likely have to wait a week before petrol prices are again at the bottom of the price cycle. FuelWatch reports that, from 6am tomorrow (Wednesday 28 August 2024), the average price of Perth’s regular unleaded petrol (ULP) will increase by 36 cents per...

On 30 July 2024 the Building Services Board (Board) decided to refuse Projex Management and Construction Pty Ltd’s (Nicheliving) application to renew its registration as building contractor under the Building Services (Registration) Act 2011 (Registration Act). The Board was not (among other things) satisfied that Nicheliving met the financial requirements for registration. As a result of the...

A construction company has been fined a total of $90,000 after a worker suffered serious injuries when he fell through a polycarbonate sheet on a patio roof. Apollo Construction & Renovation Pty Ltd was charged with failing to ensure the regulator was notified of the incident, failing to ensure the site where the incident occurred was not disturbed and failing to ensure that a safe work...

Cannington real estate agency and licensee fined total of $10,000 Fourteen tenancy bonds lodged up to 81 days past deadline Action will continue to be taken against agents who put tenants’ money at risk Failing to lodge a substantial number of tenancy security bonds within the required 14-day timeframe has seen a Cannington real estate agency and its director fined a total of $10,000 by the State...

A Bunbury tradesman has been convicted of eight building offences related to a renovation project that was still incomplete when the elderly client passed away. Gregory Noel John Hall , trading as Longhorn Building Company and Down South Bathroom Renovations , did not attend Bunbury Magistrates Court on 15 July 2024 when he was ordered to pay $6,100 in fines and costs. According to information...