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Bushfires, floods, cyclones & earthquakes – Building resilient homes
Australia has faced many natural disasters over the past few years. With more frequent and intense ones on the horizon, how do we design our homes to withstand these? Are our building codes fit for purpose, are correct planning systems in place, and what role should industry and governments play to mitigate disasters going forward? This HIA expert-led session will explore these issues and how we address the impact of increased clean up, repair and mitigation work.
Growing Home Reflection/learnings/teachings
We all know Australia needs more homes right now the question is how do we solve this crisis, how do we do it swiftly, responsibly and how do we allow the great Aussie dream of an affordable home to be realised again. There are plenty of new techniques and innovations out there and we are at an exact crossroads in our industry. I have spent 5 years researching all of this and even built a house and a television show around it. I look forward to sharing all of my findings with you during the Forum.
How to build with safe EV charging in mind
Emma Sutcliffe is Project Director at EV Firesafe. She researches EV battery fires and emergency response. An operational firefighter, early EV entrepreneur, charging and electrification specialist, Emma will share data-driven findings on what is known, what needs to be tested and how those designing and building to incorporate the demand for EV charging can do so safely and efficiently.
Shifting to clean energy in the home
Chris Kerr, CEO of Clipsal Australia, is a leader in home electrification and sustainability. In his talk, he shares practical insights and personal experience on how Australian households can drive the shift to clean energy through solar, batteries, EVs, and smart tech.
How to future-fit old homes
Nick Sowden, winner of the 2024 Australian GreenSmart Renovation/Addition Project will present the build techniques and processes he used to transform a drafty, mould-ridden 1884 built house in Balmain, Sydney to a home achieving the PassivHaus’ EnerPHit Plus standard.
Key housing trends for 2026
Urban Futurist Lucinda Hartley examines the future of housing through the lens of innovation and inclusivity. This session unpacks the housing crisis and key housing trends in relation to generational changes and emerging technology. It also highlights cutting-edge solutions in construction, financing, and design aimed at making housing more affordable, accessible, and adaptable.
Moderator: Simon Croft
Panellists:
Neil Savery - Managing Director of ICC Oceania
Will Sullivan - Founder & CEO. PropCode
Kareen Riley-Takos - Chief of Engagement, Standards & International Relations, Standards Australia
Australians face one of the worst housing crises in generations. Homes are more complex to build. Planning issues and approval delays are common. In this session, our expert panel will discuss the importance of embracing technological solutions. Artificial intelligence (AI) and automation are offering promising opportunities, particularly when paired with the expansion of robotics.
followed by drinks and canapes
Doltone House Darling Island was the first 6 star green-star rated building in NSW. This architectural marvel has attained net-zero emissions and stands as one of the initial two structures in Australia to secure the esteemed certification under NABERS and Climate Active, adhering to the globally recognized Greenhouse Gas Protocol.
Doltone House Darling Island
48 Pirrama Rd, Pyrmont NSW 2009
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Award winning landscape designer, horticulturist & 7 time Logie award winning television presenter
Urban Futurist - Co-founder of Neighbourlytics
Chief Executive - Industry & Policy, HIA
CEO Clipsal Australia
Director - EV FireSafe
Managing Director - ICC Oceania
CEO - PropCode
Chief of Engagement, Standards and International Relations at Standards Australia
Owner of Sowden Building and GreenSmart Award-winning builder