Proposed building code throws Qld construction industry into 'confusion'
Queensland Council of Unions general secretary Jacquline King has called on Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie to explain the proposed changes to the industry.
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Proposed building code throws Queensland's construction industry into confusion, unions sayBy Claudia WilliamsTopic:Construction and Real Estate IndustryWed 8 Jul 2026 at 3:51pmWed 8 Jul 2026 at 3:51pmWed 8 Jul 2026 at 3:51pmQueensland Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie has been asked by the council of unions to explain the code. (Getty Images: Andrew Merry)In short:A proposed building and construction code in Queensland has thrown the industry into confusion, unions have warned.The Commission of Inquiry into the CFMEU is seeking submissions on a draft building and construction code that would apply to government projects that exceed $2 million.What's next?The Queensland government said it was committed to restoring safety and productivity on Queensland job…
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