In this episode, you’ll hear from Dr Caroline Speed, Director Policy & Industry Collaboration at Master Builders Victoria, host the panel session at the Building Plumbing Commission Industry Conference.

Panel members from government and industry are talking to how building methods are evolving and regulatory barriers to adopting modern methods of construction.

Panellists:

• Steven Baxas (State Building Surveyor, Building and Plumbing Commission)
• Megan Peacock (Executive Director, Building Policy and Reform, Department of Transport and Planning)
• Brenton Russo (Chief Executive Officer, Multipanel)
• Phil Miller (Business Development Manager, Drouin West Timber & Truss)
• Lester Raikes (Managing Director, Anchor Homes)
  
  The full audio is available on the MBAV website and an edited video on the BPC YouTube channel.
  
  2025 BPC Industry Conference - Modern Methods of Construction

In this episode, you’ll hear from Monique Burns Senior Legal Counsel/Legal Manager at Master Builders Victoria, and Presented by Principal, Oldham Construction Lawyers – Daniel Oldham.

These highlights are from a FREE member-exclusive legal webinar. The webinar will suit domestic builders and focussed on all things defect management, including how to minimise claims and maximise payment. It covers the most common issues that are front of mind for builders and developers when it comes to defect management, payment mechanisms, managing the handover process and building defect liability.

The full webinar is available on the MBAV website to members.

Daniel Oldham — Oldham Construction Lawyers

Legal | MBV

In this episode, you’ll hear from the Master Builders Victoria Outreach & Future Skills team, and Jayde Thomas, Victorian State Manager, Busy at Work, as they talk to employers and those involved with placing apprentices.

Everyone can access the full version of this recording on our website, and covers:

• How apprenticeships work and why they benefit your business
• School-Based Apprenticeships & Traineeships
• Key updates for the new financial year
• Employer trial periods before committing
• Ongoing mentoring and support services
  
  Apprenticeship, Employment and Community Services | BUSY At Work
  
  Apprentice advice | MBV