14/02/2022
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The following are some important dates for the release of the National Construction Code (NCC) 2022, which include:

  • 9 May 2022 –  Preview available at ncc.abcb.gov.au (excluding energy efficiency and condensation)
  • 1 September 2022 – Adoption by states and territories

Building Ministers have agreed to delay the adoption of NCC 2022 in recognition of the disruption of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the impacts to industry during a difficult economic time. It is hoped the delayed adoption date will make it easier for industry to adjust, and the extended preview period provide time for users to become familiar with the changes before NCC 2022 is made mandatory under state and territory legislation.

The May preview of NCC 2022 will not include energy efficiency and condensation amendments as these have not yet been endorsed by Building Ministers. Building practitioners can still expect a preview of these amendments prior to adoption. We will provide more information on that timing as it becomes available.

2022 NCC Seminars – Volumes One and Two

Events will be held in all capital cities from July to August 2022 to present the key changes for NCC 2022 Volumes One and Two.

You will learn about what’s changed and what it means to you and our industry, before NCC 2022 comes into effect.

  • Canberra – 20 July, National Museum of Australia
  • Melbourne – 26 & 27 July, Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre
  • Hobart – 28 July, Hobart Function & Convention Centre
  • Brisbane – 2 & 3 August, Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre
  • Darwin – 4 August, Darwin Convention Centre
  • Sydney – 9 & 10 August, Sydney Masonic Centre
  • [NEW] Webinar – 16 August, Online
  • Adelaide – 23 August, Adelaide Convention Centre
  • Perth – 25 August, Perth Convention & Exhibition Centre

The Australian Building Codes Board will also be hosting, for the first time, a live webinar session of the seminar content online. The webinar will follow the same agenda as the face-to-face session, and include the ability for attendees to ask questions about NCC 2022 changes.

Booking information for all sessions will be available in April 2022.