Today is World Mental Health Day – a moment to shine a light on mental health, raise awareness, and encourage meaningful action across the globe. This year’s theme is “Connect with your Community”, and we’re taking a moment to do just that across all our offices. Whether it’s a walk in the sun, a shared […]

Steve Watson is participating as captain of “Watto’s Wavehunters” in the 10th Anniversary of Wipeout Dementia at URBNSURF Sydney on October 24, 2025. This event raises funds for dementia research at the UNSW Centre for Healthy Brain Ageing (CHeBA), a cause that is personally meaningful to Steve, whose father passed away from dementia. Over 433,000 […]

We’re thrilled to share that Jin Jeong promotion to Building Regulations Consultant at SWP Sydney – a well-earned step forward for someone who’s already made a big impact. Fresh from completing his university studies, Jin has brought curiosity, dedication, and a collaborative spark to every project (and yes, he’s a secret weapon in any escape […]

The team at Steve Watson & Partners have been busy over the last few months, working behind the scenes to support a diverse range of projects around the country, including compliance and certification works. Each of these projects being a reflection of our commitment to quality, compliance and innovative solutions! 🚸 Premier Project Management – […]

The Australian Building Codes Board has launched a powerful new Climate Map tool, designed to make NCC compliance easier and more informed than ever. With enhanced search, customisable layers, and interactive features, this map brings together:✅ NCC climate zones✅ LGA boundaries✅ Alpine classifications✅ Relative humidity data Whether you’re planning, certifying or consulting, this tool helps you […]

Yesterday and today, we took a few moments to step away from our desks and check in with each other. Not just with a question, but with genuine care. At SWP, we know that connection often starts with the little things. So we gathered in our offices, shared stories, and enjoyed a mix of homemade treats […]

This Father’s Day, we honour the dads, stepdads, grandfathers, carers, and father figures who build, support, and inspire, both at home and in the workplace. At SWP, we recognise that fatherhood comes in many forms. Whether you’re juggling site inspections with school pickups, mentoring junior staff while guiding your own kids, or simply showing up […]

Nearly a decade on, the International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) remains a cornerstone of Sydney’s civic and cultural life – and a proud chapter in our portfolio. Delivered in 2016 for Darling Harbour Live, this multi-venue precinct demanded a nuanced approach to certification. With overlapping public spaces and complex performance solutions, our team navigated […]

Congratulations to Tim Abovian, on reaching his 15 year milestone with Steve Watson & Partners. During his 15 years, Tim has been a driving force across both our Sydney and Melbourne offices. Even with a little break in the middle, he couldn’t stay away from us for long 😊 Tim’s impact goes far beyond projects and […]

SWP Melbourne team / / Celebrating Our Team in Action! Today we’re proud to have four of our SWP Melbourne team members, Adem Kose, Michael Puljak, Reis Aygun and George Varousiadis attend Football Victoria‘s event: Building High Performance Teams and Cultures. At SWP, we believe that great organisations are built on strong leadership, collaboration, and a commitment […]

With all the Olympics talk heating up, we couldn’t resist a look back at one of the landmark projects we were proud to be part of – the delivery of CommBank Stadium in Parramatta back in 2019. Working alongside Lendlease, our team acted as Crown Certifier on this $300 million, 30,000 seat venue, with Anthony […]

Commercial building approvals across Australia surged by 15% in June 2025, reaching a total value of $7.23 billion, according to the latest data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics. While residential approvals often dominate headlines, this upswing in commercial building approvals signals strong momentum in the non-residential sector. Projects including workplaces, education facilities, community hubs, and industrial developments are gaining traction […]