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Over the past five years, Michael has been a valued member of the SWP VIC office, consistently demonstrating dedication, drive and a strong commitment to growth, learning, and willingness to help and support his team. Thank you for your hard work, loyalty and all the laughs! We’re grateful to have you with us and look […]

Today we’re celebrating an incredible milestone – 5 years at Steve Watson & Partners (SWP) for Andrew Lee, our Senior Building Regulations Consultant. Andrew’s Contribution to SWP Over the past five years, Andrew has built a strong reputation for his technical expertise in the Building Code and as a trusted member of our ESM team. […]

The National Construction Code 2025 (NCC 2025) adoption date has been officially delayed in NSW and QLD until 1 May 2027. This decision, confirmed by the Association of Australian Certifiers (AAC), gives the construction industry more time to prepare for the upcoming changes. Why Has the NCC 2025 Delay Happened? The extension provides valuable time […]

TAO Accredited SWP: What This Means for Our Clients SWP is proud to announce that we are now a Technically Assured Organisation (TAO) under the Transport for NSW scheme. This accreditation demonstrates our commitment to delivering high-quality engineering and asset services. It also highlights our ability to meet the rigorous standards set by Transport for […]

International Women’s Day 2026 is a time to celebrate the achievements, resilience, and contributions of women everywhere – especially the talented women at Steve Watson and Partners (SWP) and across the construction industry. Recognising Women in Construction Building certification and construction have traditionally been male-dominated fields. Today, that is changing thanks to the expertise, leadership, […]

The SWP Brisbane team proudly participated in the International Women’s Day Fun Run 2026, supporting the Mater Foundation for the third year in a row. This year’s International Women’s Day Fun Run was a fantastic opportunity for our team to come together, celebrate women, and raise funds for a great cause. Our International Women’s Day […]

SWP // A Message from Pep! 🚵‍♂️  I’m excited to announce that I’m taking part in Ride to Give 2026, FDC Construction & Fitout’s annual charity ride, to raise money for Boys to the Bush and BackTrack Youth Works. Ride to Give 2026 is a 500km challenge from Wagga to Tumbarumba, Lake Hume and back. […]

🔥 Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) have introduced updates to their service provisions, fees and charges following amendments to the Fire and Rescue NSW Regulation 2023, effective 1 February 2026. As part of these changes, #FRNSW now requires an application assessment fee of $1,000 to be paid upfront prior to the submission of the application. It […]

SWP Sydney // Steve Passfield‘s 5 Year Anniversary! 🎉 Today we recognise Steve‘s five‑year milestone at SWP and the impact he’s made as our Senior Associate & National Manager – Essential Services. With a career spanning local government, aged care certification, Defence fire safety audits and private certification, Steve brings deep, practical knowledge of the […]

SWP Sydney // Bianca’s 5 Year Anniversary! Starting off the New Year right – today we’re proud to celebrate our wonderful Bianca’s 5 year SWP anniversary 🎉 Over the past five years, she has been pivotal in shaping our superstar Technical Admin team, streamlining processes, and consistently delivering exceptional customer service. Her dedication, problem-solving mindset, […]

Over the past year, Steve Watson & Partners (SWP) has continued to grow, develop, and collaborate, making the SWP 2026 New Year another milestone for our team and clients. With more than 20 years in operation, SWP remains focused on meeting challenges head-on and delivering practical, high-quality solutions for both existing and new clients. From […]

🎄💫 As the year wraps up, we’d like to thank our clients and project partners for their continued trust and collaboration throughout 2025. We have appreciated the opportunity to work across a wide range of projects and look forward to what’s ahead in the new year! Wishing a safe and happy holiday period to all. […]