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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Newcastle CPD Seminar - Thursday 19 February 2026 Albury CPD Seminar - Thursday 5 March 2026 St George CPD Seminar - Thursday 12 March 2026 Castle Hill CPD Seminar - Thursday 23 April 2026 Port Macquarie CPD Seminar - Thursday 7 May 2026 Wollongong CPD Seminar - Thursday 18 June 2026 Manly CPD Seminar - Thursday 2 July 2026 Ballina CPD Seminar - Thursday 6 August 2026 Liverpool CPD Seminar - Thursday 17 September 2026 Orange CPD Seminar - Thursday 22 October 2026 Rosehill CPD Seminar - Thursday 12 November 2026
The 2026 CPD Series features the following presenters and their respective topics:
1. NCC Update 2025 - Balconies, Water Shedding and Pavers on Pedestals - Stan Giaouris, Principal Building Consultant, The Construction Adviser - Understanding the final release of the National Construction Code (NCC) 2025 and key changes for water shedding - What constitutes a self-draining surface under NCC 2025 - How to design and install pavers on pedestals as a compliant balcony solution - Practical guidance on sarking, building wraps and critical interface detailing
2. Legislation and Legal Update - Robert Collings, Head Solicitor, Master Builders Association of NSW - Understanding the Building Bill 2024 and expected changes - Builders liability periods and statutory obligations under the Home Building Act - General contract obligations, payment claims and the Security of Payment Act
- Outline of the XLam XLT Product range and the typical applications - Specification and procurement pathways for XLT - Extracting the benefits of the XLT product range across your projects
- Benefits of timber cladding and timber building - New Forest and Wood Products Australia (FWPA) industry standard and installation of cladding - Bushfire-resilient timber cladding solutions, including BAL compliance and the application of certified fire-retardant systems
- Importance of insurance in construction - Key insurance products for builders - Risk management tips and tricks Master Builders Insurance Brokers
Guest arrival 7.00am for registration, seminar commences at 7.30am and will conclude at approximately 2.30pm. **Early bird discount will close 3 weeks prior to the event** 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 MBA 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. Image
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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 Development is required for all residential and pool builders in NSW. Builders must earn 12 points per year to maintain their builders licence.
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. Registration
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 & EVENTS TEAM
Contact our new Regional Awards & Events Team to build your business profile and brand awareness through sponsorship of our key events; CPD Seminars, Industry Conference or Regional Excellence in Building Awards.
Phone: 02 4953 9400
Email
2026 CPD Seminar Dates
2026 CPD Seminar Dates
Newcastle CPD Seminar - Thursday 19th February 2026
Albury CPD Seminar - Thursday 5th March 2026
St George CPD Seminar - Thursday 12th March 2026
Castle Hill CPD Seminar - Thursday 23rd April 2026
Port Macquarie CPD Seminar - Thursday 7th May 2026
Wollongong CPD Seminar - Thursday 18th June 2026
Manly CPD Seminar - Thursday 2nd July 2026
Ballina CPD Seminar - Thursday 6 August 2026
Liverpool CPD Seminar - Thursday 17 September 2026
Orange CPD Seminar - Thursday 22nd October 2026 - *NEW DATE AND LOCATION
Rosehill CPD Seminar - Thursday 12th November 2026