Below are some websites we have found to be useful.
Department of Planning Information for Complying Development for New Dwelling Houses, Renovations and Extensions. In particular, we have found the summary tables of development standards to be useful.
Department of Planning Information for Complying Development for Internal and External Renovations.
http://www.longservice.nsw.gov.au/bci/levy/about-the-levy
Long Service Corporation
Information regarding the Long Service Levy including a calculator and online payment portal.
https://www.planningportal.nsw.gov.au/planning-tools/basix
BASIX Information
Information & advice on Energy Efficiency and BASIX reports.
https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/plan-and-prepare/building-in-a-bush-fire-area
NSW Rural Fire Service
Information on building in a bush fire prone area.
https://www.fairtrading.nsw.gov.au/housing-and-property/building-and-renovating
Fair Trading NSW
This site informs consumers and traders about their rights and responsibilities when building along with information regarding Owner Builder Permits and the process to obtain a permit.
https://www.accreditedcertifiers.com.au/
Association of Accredited Certifiers (AAC)
Use this site to learn more about certification. It includes a helpful Glossary of Terms.