The Division Information Night brings industry experts to the region and allows members to stay up to date with local industry issues and legislation. It enables members to have a strong voice on local issues and provides an avenue to influence industry and government decisions. 
 

CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY OUTLOOK: CHALLENGES AND TRENDS

• Regulatory environment – impacts of red tape and government oversight
• Sector productivity – pressures affecting industry efficiency
• Home warranty reforms – Home Building Compensation Fund (HBCF) changes and icare transition

UTILITY AWARENESS AND DAMAGE PREVENTION

Mick Forrest, Utility Awareness, Damage Prevention Team, Before You Dig Australia 

• Who are Before You Dig Australia (BYDA) - the enquiry process and the 5 Ps of safe excavation
• Learn about utility awareness and damage prevention strategies 
• Understanding the WHS requirements for safe excavation in the Australian Standards
• A.S.5488. classification of subsurface utility information explained
• Utility plans and maps - what they are and how to interpret them
• Guidance from asset owners and raising quality levels prior to excavation commencing

incldues dinner 

RSVP Friday 6 March 2026 

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