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CPD Live returns in 2026: Registrations now open

CPD Live is back for 2026, bringing four days of essential learning, inspiration, and practical insights for design and construction professionals.

CPD Live returns in 2026: Registrations now open

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April 10th, 2026

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Taking place from 19–22 May, this year’s first CPD Live program features 17 live-presented sessions – each designed to help you stay ahead in a rapidly evolving built environment.

Whether you’re looking to deepen your technical knowledge, explore innovative materials, or understand the latest regulatory changes, CPD Live 2026 offers valuable, relevant content you can immediately apply to your projects.

Secure your place now at cpdlive.com.au.

What to Expect in 2026

This year’s lineup covers a diverse range of topics shaping the future of architecture and design, including sustainability, compliance, technology integration, and user-focused design.

Featured Sessions Include:

  • Structural Ceiling Systems in Data Centres
  • Designing with Country: Collaboration, Community and Connection
  • ‘Going All In’ to Meet the Climate Crisis
  • Balcony Drainage Systems in Multi-Residential Design – Challenges, Solutions & the Impact of NCC 2025
  • Designing Multi-Residential Projects That Deliver – Performance, Acoustics & Smarter Project Outcomes
  • Designing Spaces for Independent Living – Tapware & Grabrail Design
  • Specifying Fireplaces in Commercial Projects
  • Forever Chemicals & Microplastics in Drinking Water – Risks, Responsibilities & Best-Practice Filtration
  • Rugs & Axminster Carpet for Commercial Applications – A Guide for Specifiers
  • Spatial Planning Under the Livable Housing Design Standard (LHDS)
  • Nine Ways to Turn AI into Your Business’ Secret Weapon
  • Understanding & Enhancing Weathertightness in Facades
  • Reigniting Regenerative Architecture
  • Thermal Bridging in Commercial Buildings – A Guide for Specifiers
  • Why Bio-Based & Rapidly Renewable Building Materials Matter
  • Custom Architectural Products – Balancing Creativity with Caution
  • Designing for Change – The Financial Value of Raised Access Floors

Each session is delivered live, giving you the opportunity to engage directly with experts and gain practical insights aligned with current industry standards and challenges.

Don’t Miss Out

With CPD Live fast approaching, now is the time to secure your place and start planning your sessions. Stay ahead of industry changes, gain valuable CPD points, and be part of the conversations shaping the future of design.

Register today at cpdlive.com.au and be ready for 19–22 May.

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