March CEO Update - Adrian Piani | ABCB
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March CEO Update - Adrian Piani | ABCB
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March CEO Update - Adrian Piani
2026-04-07
March was another busy month as we work towards the publication of the National Construction Code (NCC) 2025 on 1 May. During the month we continued to engage directly with industry through stakeholder discussions and industry events. I appreciated the opportunity to speak at events including the HVAC26 Conference, The Fifth Estate’s The Big Debate – Codes Red, and the Australian Institute of Building Surveyors NCC 2025 Symposium.
Conversations with stakeholders have reinforced the importance of clarity during transition periods and the value of education and guidance to support consistent and compliant application of the NCC. As we progress towards and beyond 1 May, we will continue to engage directly with industry to support clear and consistent application of the NCC. This includes a series of webinars we are holding in June.
NCC 2025 webinars | Save the date
We will be hosting 4 live webinars between 25 and 30 June to outline the key updates in NCC 2025. These sessions will provide stakeholders with an opportunity to hear directly from ABCB experts and ask questions about the upcoming changes.
Each webinar will run for approximately 3 hours, including dedicated Q&A time. To support participation across the sector, we will offer 2 morning and 2 afternoon sessions. All sessions will cover the same material, allowing attendees to select the time that best suits them.
Registrations will open in May. We encourage all stakeholders to ensure they are subscribed to ABCB communications to receive the registration link as soon as it becomes available.
New homeowner guidance
We have recently published a dedicated homeowner’s section on the NCC website. These pages are designed to complement our technical guidance by explaining how the NCC applies in everyday terms. This section explains when the NCC applies, who is responsible for compliance, where homeowners can go for help, and more.
This material supports more informed conversations between industry and consumers, while reinforcing that the NCC remains a technical document applied by qualified building professionals. We’ll continue to add new content to this section to help with general understanding of the NCC.
Visit the
homeowners section
of the NCC website.
February Board meeting
The Australian Building Codes Board met on 19 February 2026 to consider a range of strategic and technical matters.
A key focus was progress on the NCC Modernisation Project. Discussion focused on various issues including NCC usability and accessibility, and how the NCC supports innovation and housing diversity.
The Board also considered a high priority technical matter relating to the use of fire bolts in fire doors. Work is underway, informed by consultation with fire authorities and technical experts.
Read the full
Public record of the February 2026 Board Meeting
.
NCC modernisation project
Our colleagues in Treasury continue to work on the Modernising the National Construction Code Project. Now that the public consultation has closed, the next phase includes targeted workshops with stakeholders. These workshops will explore issues raised through the consultation and help refine proposed directions.
Through my engagement with the sector, I am hearing a willingness to support simplification and productivity, in line with Building Ministers’ commitments. I look forward to working with industry to progress this agenda.
To learn more about this project, visit the
building and construction page on the Treasury website
.
In closing
Before concluding this update, I would like to acknowledge the impact the war in the Middle East is having on the construction industry. The ABCB values its strong relationships with the building and construction sector and welcomes any insights stakeholders would like to share with us.
We appreciate your engagement with the ABCB. Discussions with stakeholders inform our work, strengthen shared understanding, and support outcomes that work for industry, regulators and the community.
NCC 2025 webinars | Save the date
New homeowner guidance
February Board meeting
NCC modernisation project
In closing
Skip to main content
March CEO Update - Adrian Piani
2026-04-07
March was another busy month as we work towards the publication of the National Construction Code (NCC) 2025 on 1 May. During the month we continued to engage directly with industry through stakeholder discussions and industry events. I appreciated the opportunity to speak at events including the HVAC26 Conference, The Fifth Estate’s The Big Debate – Codes Red, and the Australian Institute of Building Surveyors NCC 2025 Symposium.
Conversations with stakeholders have reinforced the importance of clarity during transition periods and the value of education and guidance to support consistent and compliant application of the NCC. As we progress towards and beyond 1 May, we will continue to engage directly with industry to support clear and consistent application of the NCC. This includes a series of webinars we are holding in June.
NCC 2025 webinars | Save the date
We will be hosting 4 live webinars between 25 and 30 June to outline the key updates in NCC 2025. These sessions will provide stakeholders with an opportunity to hear directly from ABCB experts and ask questions about the upcoming changes.
Each webinar will run for approximately 3 hours, including dedicated Q&A time. To support participation across the sector, we will offer 2 morning and 2 afternoon sessions. All sessions will cover the same material, allowing attendees to select the time that best suits them.
Registrations will open in May. We encourage all stakeholders to ensure they are subscribed to ABCB communications to receive the registration link as soon as it becomes available.
New homeowner guidance
We have recently published a dedicated homeowner’s section on the NCC website. These pages are designed to complement our technical guidance by explaining how the NCC applies in everyday terms. This section explains when the NCC applies, who is responsible for compliance, where homeowners can go for help, and more.
This material supports more informed conversations between industry and consumers, while reinforcing that the NCC remains a technical document applied by qualified building professionals. We’ll continue to add new content to this section to help with general understanding of the NCC.
Visit the
homeowners section
of the NCC website.
February Board meeting
The Australian Building Codes Board met on 19 February 2026 to consider a range of strategic and technical matters.
A key focus was progress on the NCC Modernisation Project. Discussion focused on various issues including NCC usability and accessibility, and how the NCC supports innovation and housing diversity.
The Board also considered a high priority technical matter relating to the use of fire bolts in fire doors. Work is underway, informed by consultation with fire authorities and technical experts.
Read the full
Public record of the February 2026 Board Meeting
.
NCC modernisation project
Our colleagues in Treasury continue to work on the Modernising the National Construction Code Project. Now that the public consultation has closed, the next phase includes targeted workshops with stakeholders. These workshops will explore issues raised through the consultation and help refine proposed directions.
Through my engagement with the sector, I am hearing a willingness to support simplification and productivity, in line with Building Ministers’ commitments. I look forward to working with industry to progress this agenda.
To learn more about this project, visit the
building and construction page on the Treasury website
.
In closing
Before concluding this update, I would like to acknowledge the impact the war in the Middle East is having on the construction industry. The ABCB values its strong relationships with the building and construction sector and welcomes any insights stakeholders would like to share with us.
We appreciate your engagement with the ABCB. Discussions with stakeholders inform our work, strengthen shared understanding, and support outcomes that work for industry, regulators and the community.
NCC 2025 webinars | Save the date
New homeowner guidance
February Board meeting
NCC modernisation project
In closing