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The Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme, or NatHERS, is being expanded to include Whole of Home assessments and ratings to support the proposed National Construction Code energy efficiency requirements for residential buildings in 2022; the changes will help households improve a home's energy efficiency and reduce energy use, which provides a range of benefits including lower energy bills, improved comfort and health for occupants, and reduced carbon emissions.

The minimum level of thermal performance has increased to the equivalent of 7 stars under the Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme (NatHERS).

The purpose of this practice note is to provide guidance about local planning for bushfire protection; assist councils to tailor the Local Planning Policy Framework in response to bushfire matters where necessary; provide guidance on how to prepare schedules to the Bushfire Management Overlay.

enHealth recommends that every effort should be made to reduce exposure to lead in the environment, including lead that may be dissolving into drinking water from some plumbing products.