Modern Methods of Construction Regional Roadshow
Description
Regional Development Australia Melbourne and Regional Development Australia Barwon South West, in partnership with Warrnambool City Council, Corangamite Shire, Moyne Shire, Southern Grampians Shire and Glenelg Shire, are delighted to present the Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) Regional Roadshow at the Lighthouse Theatre in Warrnambool.
Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) refers to ‘a broad spectrum of innovative prefabrication and offsite manufacturing techniques, including modular construction, panelised systems, and additive manufacturing’, as stated in the Victorian Government’s MMC Policy Statement.
The region's housing shortage requires us to explore additional construction approaches that can help increase housing supply, improve delivery timeframes, support housing affordability, and complement, not replace, traditional building approaches.
The MMC Regional Roadshow will showcase the opportunities for MMC in the South West Region, demonstrating the local success stories and busting industry myths, through keynotes presentations, case studies and much more. The event will connect suppliers and purchasers and highlight the enabling pathways in the South West Region.
The Roadshow offers valuable insights into how modern construction methods can address regional housing and infrastructure challenges, and will bring together a targeted audience including:
Local government planners, surveyors and decision-makers
Local building and construction industry
Investors and developers
Financial institutions
Training and education institutions
Community housing providers
Victorian Government agencies
Summary Program
- 10:00 am - 10:30 am
Arrival & Registration
- 10:30 am
Opening and Welcome
Brett Ince, Regional Director RDA Barwon South West
- 10:50 am
Setting the Scene: The South West MMC Opportunity
Cr Ben Blain, Chair Regional Cities Victoria The South West’s growing demand for housing and infrastructure is creating opportunities for new approaches to construction. Gain an overview of MMC, the forms it can take, and the opportunities emerging across the region.
- 11:05 am
Showcase: Modern Methods on Display 1
MMC is no longer a future concept. Explore the projects, technologies, success stories and lessons that are bringing modern construction to life and addressing key challenges in regional areas. Dune Building Technologies and Oasis Building Group - Ash Quiddington, Owner & Director
- 11:25 am
Panel Discussion: MMC – Fact vs Fiction
Facilitated by: Justine Linley Director Sustainable Development, Corangamite Shire Council Dr Corrie Williams, Chief of Public Affairs, Master Builders Victoria | Jonathon Mahon, Economist Committee for Economic Development Australia | Rachel Edwards, Sales and Marketing Coordinator at Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village, Warrnambool City Council | Thomas Rolland Director, Modcon Solutions | Silvio Mazzei, Executive Director Better Building Group Beyond the headlines and hype, what does MMC really mean in practice? This discussion explores the realities, opportunities and misconceptions shaping industry perceptions.
- 12:15 pm
Lunch/Networking
- 1:15 pm
Presentation: Unlocking MMC in the Regions
Damien Crough, Co-Founder & Executive Chairman prefabAUS MMC doesn’t operate in a vacuum. Policy, regulation, procurement, standards and investment all influence its success. Understand the key factors creating an environment that supports the growth of MMC.
- 1:45 am
Showcase: Modern Methods on Display 2
Continue exploring the MMC projects and approaches delivering housing and accommodation outcomes in Victoria’s regions. Form Flow - Matthew Dingle, Managing Director Arkit - Andrew Fotia, Senior Associate
- 2:25 pm
Keynote: From Concept to Construction - Skills and Approaches to Embrace MMC
Gabriel Solorzano Torres, Executive Director Melbourne Polytechnic Upskill, reskill, new skill? MMC is reshaping how projects are planned, designed and delivered. The challenge is not just what we build, but how we build the skills, capabilities and workforce needed to make it happen.
- 2:45 pm
Closing
Brett Ince, Regional Director RDA Barwon South West
- 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Post Event Networking
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