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 […]

SWP // Working with Award Winners 🏆 The Urban Developer Awards for Industry Excellence have just been announced. SWP is proud to celebrate the outstanding achievements of our collaborators and clients. We extend our congratulations to all nominees and especially to the winners who took out first place across multiple categories. Notably, SWP is honoured to have […]

As of 29 July 2025, NCC 2022 Amendment 2 has officially come into effect across all states and territories. This update brings the Code into alignment with recent changes to the Disability (Access to Premises – Buildings) Standards 2010, supporting improved accessibility outcomes in new buildings and renovations. A key part of this amendment is […]

🍰 Happy National Lamington Day! This iconic Aussie treat was (allegedly) first whipped up in Queensland in the early 1900s by Lord Lamington’s chef, Armand Galland, when faced with surprise guests and limited ingredients. There are a few theories about how it all began, but one thing’s for sure: this “sweet solution under pressure” is […]

SWP Sydney // Introducing Ryan La Say hello to Ryan, who has recently joined our Sydney office as an Assistant Building Regulations Consultant! 👋 Ryan will be supporting our growing team across a range of projects, helping to ensure compliance and bring clarity to all things BCA. When he’s not diving into building codes, you’ll […]

SWP Brisbane // EOFY 🎉 The SWP Brisbane crew wrapped up the financial year with a few well-earned nights out, mixing a bit of friendly competition with a lot of laughs.From batting cages at The Ballpark Portside, to darts and trivia, we kicked off EOFY in full swing. To top it off, we had an […]

At SWP, supporting the communities we live and work in has been part of our story since the very beginning. 💫 We’re proud to share that as of 30 June 2025, our total charitable donations have reached $469,000! This significant milestone was made only possible by the ongoing generosity of our people and the partnerships […]

❄️ The shortest day and longest night of the year is here! It’s a moment to pause, embrace the quiet of Winter and appreciate the shift in seasons. At SWP, we’re always impressed with the efficient designs we review. While the sun might be clocking off early today, we know that with the right planning, […]

SWP Sydney // Introducing Kalpesh Shukla Please join us in welcoming Kalpesh to the SWP Sydney office! 🔥 Kalpesh joins our team as an Essential Services Consultant, bringing with him a Bachelor of Engineering in Production and FPAS Accreditation (Fire Safety) in NSW. With a strong foundation in fire safety and building services, he’s here […]

SWP Sydney // Michael Lokic We’re proud to announce a well-deserved promotion for Michael Lokic, who has stepped into his new role as Associate at SWP Sydney! 👏 Michael has been a steady and reliable presence in our team, always bringing a calm, considered approach to projects and client relationships alike. His technical capability and […]

SWP was proud to present at the AAC 20th Anniversary Conference, held on Friday, 30th May. We thank the Association of Australian Certifiers for the opportunity to contribute to this milestone event. With a packed schedule, we were pleased to take part in a pre-conference workshop. Steve Watson and Anthony Ljubicic co-presented the Class 2-9 workshop alongside Brigitte Thearle […]