Sydney Opal Tower report finds multiple design and construction faults

Report says horizontal support beams were of inferior strength and not compliant with national standards

An independent report has found multiple design and construction faults led to damage at western Sydney’s Opal Tower.

The newly-built tower in Sydney Olympic Park was evacuated on Christmas Eve after cracks were found in the building, sparking fears it could collapse.

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