Here are some links to information which may interest you.

NSW Fair Trading – Tradesperson and contractor licence check

NSW Fair Trading – Home building and renovating

Housing Industry Association – Information for home owners

Housing Industry Association – 2018 Hunter Region Award Winners

NSW Planning and Environment – Exempt Development

NSW Planning and Environment – Complying Development

Livable Housing Australia – Design guidelines

Asbestos Council of Victoria – Asbestos home removal kit instructional video

NSW Fire and Rescue – Home Fire Safety