Building Standards

Learn how home and contents insurance works in Queensland, including policy structures, local weather risks, Key Fact Sheets, and premium drivers.

What an easement is under Queensland's Land Title Act 1994, common types, building restrictions, and a due diligence checklist before you buy.

The difference between a title boundary and a fence line in Queensland, and how to find the official survey plan for a property.

What a building and pest inspection actually covers in Queensland, who is licensed to carry one out, and what it does not guarantee.

Questions worth asking when choosing between a new build and an established home in Queensland, from warranty cover to land size.

What flood, bushfire and other planning overlays mean for a Queensland property, and why they are worth checking before you buy.

New energy rating requirements start 14 August 2026, and a new statewide Housing Code begins a three year council adoption window from 1 September 2026. Here is what actually changes.