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SUMMARY:BDQ Local Branch Event in Wide Bay Bundaberg
DESCRIPTION:Wide Bay Bundaberg Branch Meeting \nBDQ invites members to attend the upcoming Wide Bay Bundaberg Branch Meeting\, featuring a presentation by Neil Saunders from our Major Partner\, James Hardie. \nNeil will present the James Hardie Modern Homes Forecast 2026\, the company’s most future-focused report to date. Developed in partnership with global trend forecasting company WGSN\, the report interprets emerging global design signals alongside local consumer insights to provide a forward-looking perspective on residential housing across Australia. \nThis presentation is designed to inspire both homeowners and industry professionals\, showcasing the latest directions in modern home design and the evolving preferences shaping the built environment. \nThe evening will also provide an opportunity to connect with fellow members and industry partners\, exchange insights\, and engage in valuable networking within the local building and design community.
URL:https://bdqld.com.au/event/bdq-local-branch-event-in-wide-bay-bundaberg-2/
LOCATION:TAFE Bundaberg\, Room A2.17\, 118 Walker St\,\, Bundaberg West\, 4670
CATEGORIES:Branch Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kathryn Sheehy":MAILTO:info@kalatheastudio.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260423T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260423T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T130352
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SUMMARY:BDQ Online CPD Masterclass with HR Law
DESCRIPTION:Fundamentals of Workforce Management \nOverviewPractical guidance for managing your workforce effectively \nThis session provides employers with a clear and practical overview of the key policies\, procedures\, and record-keeping practices required to manage employees and contractors safely\, fairly\, and consistently. \nSupporting compliant and consistent workplacesThe presentation will explore essential workplace frameworks\, including work health and safety\, employee relations\, IT and cybersecurity\, and the full employee lifecycle. Attendees will gain practical tools to establish strong foundations for workforce management while reducing risk and ensuring compliance. \nPresenterSewar Mitanis (Practice Group Leader – HR Law)Sewar Mitanis will lead this session\, sharing expert insights and practical strategies to help organisations implement effective workforce management practices across a range of workplace scenarios. \nLearning OutcomesYou’ll leave with practical tools and actionable insights to help you strengthen your workplace systems\, including: \n\nA clear checklist of baseline workplace policies every organisation should have\nPractical steps for onboarding and offboarding to ensure consistency and reduce risk\nEffective methods for documenting performance discussions\, complaints\, and incidents\nStrategies to identify and respond to psychosocial hazards\, bullying\, and harassment early\nImproved controls for IT\, cybersecurity\, and responsible device use\n\nMembers will receive 1 Type A CPD Point.
URL:https://bdqld.com.au/event/bdq-online-cpd-masterclass-with-hr-law/
LOCATION:QLD
CATEGORIES:Education & Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Romeo Du Jr":MAILTO:admin@bdqld.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260428T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260428T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T130352
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SUMMARY:BDQ Local Branch Event in Central Queensland
DESCRIPTION:Central Queensland Branch Meeting \nBDQ invites members to attend the upcoming Central Queensland Branch Meeting\, featuring a presentation from Kingspan Insulation. \nLucas Grace will present a session on Residential Insulation Design\, covering key principles including insulation types\, R-values\, compliance\, and practical design integration. \nThe session will also explore energy efficiency\, sustainability\, and common mistakes to avoid – providing valuable insights to help designers deliver high-performing\, compliant projects. \nThe evening will include a brief branch update and opportunities to connect with fellow members and industry partners. \nIf you are unable to attend in person\, please join via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85619455602?pwd=R4caNiXljiSZKGzeqhrRuGo6Q2Xa8W.1 Passcode: 395479
URL:https://bdqld.com.au/event/bdq-local-branch-event-in-central-queensland-4/
LOCATION:Rockhampton\, Coco Brew\, Coco Brew\, Rockhampton\, QLD\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Branch Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Trevor Rufus":MAILTO:trevor@rufusdesigngroup.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260428T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260428T193000
DTSTAMP:20260416T130352
CREATED:20260325T013728Z
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SUMMARY:BDQ Local Branch Event in South West
DESCRIPTION:South West Branch Meeting \nBDQ invites members to attend the upcoming South West Branch Meeting\, featuring a presentation by Torben Olsen from our Industry Partner\, Resene. \nJoin us on Tuesday 28th April for an insightful session titled Specifying Resene. This presentation will explore current specification practices\, including what professionals are looking for in finishes and the challenges in achieving desired results. \nTorben will also discuss common gaps between expectations and outcomes\, examine the nature of contractor and supplier relationships\, and highlight how Resene can best support you in delivering high-quality finishes. \nThe evening will also provide a great opportunity to connect with fellow members and industry partners through local networking.
URL:https://bdqld.com.au/event/bdq-local-branch-event-in-south-west-3/
LOCATION:Fitzys on Church\, Margaret St\, Toowoomba\, Fitzys on Church\, Queensland\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Branch Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Evan Andrews":MAILTO:evan@plansbydesign.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260429T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260429T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T130352
CREATED:20260323T004437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T011802Z
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SUMMARY:BDQ Local Branch Event in Sunshine Coast
DESCRIPTION:Sunshine Coast Branch Meeting \nBDQ invites members to attend the upcoming Sunshine Coast Branch Meeting\, featuring a presentation by Mark Turemko from our Major Partner\, James Hardie. \nJoin us as we launch the James Hardie Modern Homes Forecast 2026. This is their most future-focused report to date. Developed in partnership with global trend forecasting company\, WGSN\, it translates global design signals and local consumer data to deliver a forward-looking perspective on residential housing in Australia. \nThis report is created to inspire homeowners and trade professionals with the latest modern home design styles. \nThe evening will also provide a great opportunity to connect with fellow members and industry partners through local networking.
URL:https://bdqld.com.au/event/bdq-local-branch-event-in-sunshine-coast-3/
LOCATION:Casa Ceramica Birtinya\, 13/1 Metier Linkway\, Birtinya\, QLD\, 4575\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Branch Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Barbie Payton":MAILTO:hello@onyxstudio.design
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260507T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260507T130000
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SUMMARY:BDQ Online CPD Masterclass with James Hardie
DESCRIPTION:James Hardie Modern Homes Forecast 2026\nCreative Expression and the Future of Adaptive\, Human-Centred Homes \nOverview\nThe James Hardie Modern Homes Forecast is an annual research-driven report produced by James Hardie to identify and define the key lifestyle trends\, architectural directions and design aesthetics shaping how Australians want to build and renovate their homes. \nThe third report in this ongoing research series continues to track the evolving relationship between lifestyle shifts\, design priorities and the future of Australian residential architecture. \nThe Forecast is designed to provide clear research and practical insights that support confident\, informed decision-making\, translating emerging trends into actionable guidance for real-world projects. \nPresenter\nMark Turemko from James Hardie will deliver an engaging and informative overview of the 2026 forecast\, supported by research insights and real-world applications for residential design. \nLearning Outcomes\nYou’ll gain practical knowledge and insights to support contemporary residential design\, including: \n\nIdentify key global design trends and market drivers influencing contemporary Australian residential architecture.\nAssess the implications of emerging residential design trends for material selection\, facade design and architectural detailing in modern housing projects.\nApply forecast insights to inform evidence-based residential design decisions that respond to future housing needs within the Australian regulatory and market context.\n\nMembers will receive 1 Type F CPD Point.
URL:https://bdqld.com.au/event/bdq-online-cpd-masterclass-with-james-hardie/
LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86153686056
CATEGORIES:Education & Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Romeo Du Jr":MAILTO:admin@bdqld.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260507T163000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260507T183000
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SUMMARY:Industry Ready - In Person Event
DESCRIPTION:Session 3 – Builder and Engineer Session \nThe Industry Ready Series returns for its third session\, where we will hear directly from a builder and an engineer. \nMore details coming soon… \n\n 
URL:https://bdqld.com.au/event/industry-ready-in-person-event-2/
LOCATION:Build and Design Centre\, 66 Merivale St.\, South Brisbane\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Education & Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260512T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260512T190000
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SUMMARY:BDQ Local Branch Event in Brisbane
DESCRIPTION:Brisbane Branch Meeting\nBDQ invites members to attend the upcoming Brisbane Branch Meeting\, featuring a presentation from our Major Partner James Hardie. \nMark Turemko and Jack Siemieniako will present The James Hardie Modern Homes Forecast 2026. This session will introduce James Hardie’s most future-focused report to date\, developed in partnership with global trend forecasting company WGSN. The Modern Homes Forecast translates global design signals and local consumer insights into a forward-looking perspective on residential housing in Australia. \nMembers will gain valuable insights into emerging design trends\, evolving homeowner preferences\, and the future direction of modern home design. The presentation is designed to inspire building designers and provide practical ideas that can be applied to current and future projects. \nThis is a valuable session for designers wanting to stay ahead of industry trends and better understand the shifting expectations of clients and the broader housing market. \nThe evening will also include a brief branch meeting and the opportunity to connect with fellow members and industry partners\, encouraging discussion\, knowledge sharing\, and professional networking within the Brisbane design community.
URL:https://bdqld.com.au/event/bdq-local-branch-event-in-brisbane-4/
LOCATION:Build and Design Centre\, 66 Merivale St.\, South Brisbane\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Branch Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cindy Lee":MAILTO:cindy.lee@stratco.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260520T163000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260520T180000
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SUMMARY:BDQ Local Branch Event in Mackay
DESCRIPTION:Mackay Branch Meeting \nBDQ invites members to attend the upcoming Mackay Branch Meeting\, featuring a presentation from our Major Partner\, James Hardie. \nNeil Saunders will present The James Hardie Modern Homes Forecast 2026\, a forward-looking report developed in partnership with WGSN that explores emerging residential design trends and evolving homeowner preferences in Australia. \nThe session will be delivered as a hybrid event\, allowing both in-person and online participation. \nThe meeting will also include a brief branch update and the opportunity to connect with fellow members and industry partners\, encouraging discussion\, knowledge sharing\, and professional networking within the Mackay design community. \nVirtual Meeting Details:\nZoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82867256659?pwd=UYMWSUT7OSHx7Blya971cWchF2nEyI.1\nPasscode: 647814
URL:https://bdqld.com.au/event/bdq-local-branch-event-in-mackay-3/
LOCATION:Greater Whitsunday Innovation\, Building 4\, Level 2/92 Sydney Street\, Mackay
CATEGORIES:Branch Event
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