In this episode, MBV President Steven Peluso sits down with 2026 MBV State Apprentice of the Year, Hannah Dillimore.

What began with an unlikely advertisement for welders in Antarctica sparked a journey that would take Hannah down a very different path, one built on persistence, resilience and a determination to prove herself in a highly skilled trade.

From overcoming early setbacks to earning statewide recognition, Hannah's story is one of grit, opportunity and backing yourself when others won't.

Hear more about Hannah's unexpected path into the industry, the challenges that shaped her, and the mindset that's helping inspire the next generation of apprentices.

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MBV President Steven Peluso sits down with Don Peteranna Senior Project Manager at Total Construction to talk about the Stacked Farm build at Melbourne Airport. A look into designing and constructing a fully automated vertical farm at Melbourne Airport with it's air restrictions and all of the complexities attached to it.

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The Building Master Builders Podcast you know and love is now the MBV President's Podcast!

Hosted by MBV President, Steven Peluso, the podcast now brings broader perspectives and bigger conversations on leadership, culture and innovation, featuring honest conversations, real stories and practical insights from people who inspire, influence and challenge the way we think.

In this debut episode, MBV President Steve Peluso sits down with Emma King, an AFLW pioneer who made history by winning the very first hit-out in the inaugural AFLW match in 2017. Since then, she has become renowned for her leadership and ability to build high-performing teams and strong cultures where people thrive.

In this candid conversation, Emma shares the lessons she's learned about leadership, teamwork, resilience and bringing people together to achieve a common goal.

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