Bringing together industry experts to share their knowledge and experience in a concise, quality format.

CPD (Continuing Professional Development) is a requirement in NSW for all residential builders and pool builders who must undertake 12 CPD points per year to maintain their building licence. CPD Seminar attendees can earn up to 12 CPD points (full day), covering their full annual requirement. If a partner or business associate accompanies an attendee they can accumulate up to four extra CPD points which can be carried over to your next year's requirement.

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CPD Seminars for 2025

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Newcastle CPD Seminar - Thursday 20 February 2025Ìý

St George CPD Seminar - Thursday 13ÌýMarch 2025Ìý

Castle Hill CPD Seminar - Thursday 10 April 2025

Port Macquarie CPD Seminar - Thursday 1 May 2025Ìý

Albury CPD Seminar - Thursday 29 May 2025

Wollongong CPD Seminar - Thursday 19 June 2025Ìý

Manly CPD Seminar - Thursday 3 July 2025Ìý

Ballina CPD Seminar - Thursday 7 August 2025Ìý

Liverpool CPD Seminar - Thursday 18 September 2025Ìý

Rosehill CPD Seminar - Wednesday 12 November 2025Ìý

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ÌýThe 2025ÌýCPD Series features the following presenters and their respective topics:

1. Introduction to Awards; Presented by Cameron Spence - Workplace Relations Manager, WorkplaceÌýRelations

- Provide introduction toÌýthe AwardsÌý

- Provide an overview ofÌýthe new wage theft lawsÌý

- Provide brief update on changes to employment lawÌý

Industrial Relations - Ãå±±½ûµØ NSWÌý

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2. Waterproofing and The National Construction Code; Stan Giaouris - Principal Building Consultant, The Construction Adviser

-ÌýNavigating the National Construction CodeÌý

-ÌýWaterproofing, AS3740 and Housing ProvisionsÌý

-ÌýUnderstand compliance and compatibilityÌý

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3. Understanding Bush Fire Protection; NSW Rural Fire Service TeamÌý

- Legislation, what legislation enables Planning for Bush Fire Protection and Bush Fire Prone Land mapping, and the application of theseÌý

- Fire Behaviour Basics, brief overview of bush fire behaviour to highlight the importance of bush fire protection measurers for developmentsÌý

- Planning for Bush Fire Protection and bush fire protection measurers, bush fire attack level assessment methodology and requirementsÌý

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4. Building in Bushfire-Prone Areas; Justin Newman - National Marketing Director, ITI AustraliaÌý

- Understanding bushfire risk and resilient building in AustraliaÌý

- Navigating bushfire construction standards and complianceÌý

- Practice application of FLAMfixx dFx®

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5. Understanding Corrosion Zones; Kerry Bennett - Managing Director, Uni-Pier

- Changes to the National Construction Code and Corrosion Zone GuidelinesÌý

- Pier selection and requirementsÌý

- Additional protective coatingsÌý

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Each seminar begins at 7.15am for registration and will conclude at approximately 3pm.

**Early bird discount will close 3 weeks prior to the event**Ìý

Terms & Conditions: Payment must be received with registration. A full refund will be made for cancellations advised in writing and received at least ten (10) working days prior to seminar. No refund can be made for cancellations received less than ten (10) working days prior to seminar. A no show on the day of the event will be considered a forfeit of registration fee. A name change or transfer to another CPD Seminar can be offered if notice is provided more than 48 hours outside of the event. The registration fee cannot be charged to Ãå±±½ûµØ Membership accounts. If you require further clarification, please contact cpd@mbansw.asn.au. Multi-attendee rates must be paid for in full and cannot be split payments. Primary contact MUST be a member.

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    Interested in presenting?

    Each year, we select only four key presenters to deliver relevant and detailed topics that will assist builders to better understand current issues within the building and construction industry. These topics can be based on legislation, innovation and new products, key issues and changes that educate the industry.

    For further information on presenting at the CPD Series, please email the Regional Awards & Events Team - Rebeccah Kilmurray

    Interested in sponsorship?

    Our CPD Seminars are a high quality, educational series of events held throughout metropolitan and regional NSW. Continuing Professional DevelopmentÌýis required for all residential and pool builders in NSW. Builders must earn 12 points per year to maintain their builders licence.Ìý

    Sponsoring our CPD Seminars aligns your business with:

    • Education on a range of important topics
    • Innovation and creativity through new techniques/products or service
    • Helping our members grow their businesses successfully

    During our on-site seminars, there are four key times when you can promote your organisation to delegates:

    1.ÌýRegistration

    2. Morning Tea

    3. Mid-Morning Break

    4. Lunch

    Sponsorship Packages include:

    • Display table in breakout area at venue
    • Company signage and banners at the designated table
    • Provide promotional material to attendees and lucky door prizes
    • Network with attendees throughout the day

    Best suited for Direct Sales

    Aligning your brand with the right seminar, innovation and support for our members is the best way to grow demand for your organisation’s products and services.

    For more information on sponsoring a CPD Seminar or other partnership opportunities, please contact NSW Partnerships Manager - Rebeccah Kilmurray - Partnerships@mbansw.asn.au

    Contact Us

    REGIONAL AWARDS &ÌýEVENTS TEAM

    Contact our new Regional Awards & Events Team to build your business profileÌýand brand awareness through sponsorship of ourÌýkeyÌýevents; CPD Seminars, Industry Conference or Regional Excellence in Building Awards.

    Phone: 02 4953 9400
    Email