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Passive Design Before BASIX in NSW 2026: Orientation, Glazing and Thermal Mass That Cut Certification Risk

Lock orientation, living-room aspect, glazing ratios by façade, external shading, thermal mass, cross-ventilation and insulation continuity before NatHERS modelling and BASIX thermal commitments. In N...

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7 Sept 2026

Home Energy Rating in NSW 2026: How to Cut Your Energy Bills by Up to 80% With a NatHERS Assessment

Quick answer: A Home Energy Rating is a 0–10 star assessment of an existing Australian home, run by an accredited assessor under the Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme (NatHERS) . As of August 2026...

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27 Aug 2026

BASIX and NatHERS for Class 2 Buildings: A 2026 Compliance Checklist for NSW Apartment Developers

For apartment developers in New South Wales, the BASIX certificate is not a formality — it is a design constraint that shapes orientation, glazing, servicing, and budget from the earliest sketch desig...

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7 Aug 2026