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Latest news and regulatory updates about NatHERS energy ratings, building codes, and energy efficiency in Australia.
Australian Building Codes Board Releases NCC 2025 and New Training Resources
The Australian Building Codes Board has released the NCC 2025 on 1 May 2026, accompanied by new CPD micromodules, tutor modules, and a free webinar series to help industry professionals understand the updated code.
New CSIRO Housing Data Portal Reveals Energy Efficiency Ratings Across Australia
CSIRO has launched the Australian Housing Data portal, providing homeowners and stakeholders with detailed insights into NatHERS energy ratings for new dwellings across every state and territory. The interactive dashboards track approximately 130,000 new home assessments annually.
ABCB Releases Major Updates to National Construction Code and Energy Efficiency Resources
The Australian Building Codes Board has released NCC 2025 alongside new calculators, case studies, and educational resources to support practitioners in implementing the updated building standards.
CSIRO Launches Australian Housing Data Portal to Track Energy Efficiency Progress
CSIRO has developed a new interactive dashboard to help Australians understand progress towards more energy-efficient homes and suburbs, using data from over 130,000 NatHERS energy ratings added annually.
ABCB Releases Comprehensive Energy Efficiency Resources for NCC Compliance
The Australian Building Codes Board has published an extensive range of tools and guidance to help practitioners comply with the National Construction Code's energy efficiency requirements. The resources span multiple NCC editions and include calculators, case studies, and technical reports.
ABCB Releases Comprehensive Energy Efficiency Resources for NCC 2022 and 2025
The Australian Building Codes Board has published an extensive range of resources to help building practitioners understand and implement energy efficiency requirements across the National Construction Code. The resources span residential and commercial buildings, with new tools and guidance supporting the transition to improved energy standards.
CSIRO Launches Australian Housing Data Portal to Track Energy Efficiency Progress
CSIRO has developed a new online dashboard to help Australians understand the nation's progress towards more energy-efficient homes. The portal uses data from over 130,000 NatHERS energy rating certificates added annually to reveal state-by-state energy performance trends.
CSIRO Launches Australian Housing Data Portal to Track Energy Efficiency Progress
CSIRO has developed a new interactive dashboard to help stakeholders monitor Australia's progress towards more energy-efficient homes, using data from over 130,000 NatHERS energy rating assessments added annually.
CSIRO Launches Australian Housing Data Portal to Track Energy Efficiency Progress
CSIRO has developed a new data portal that provides insights into Australia's progress towards more energy-efficient homes, using data from over 130,000 NatHERS energy ratings added annually.
ABCB Releases February CEO Update and Announces NCC 2025 Preview
The Australian Building Codes Board has released its latest updates, including a February CEO update from Adrian Piani and the availability of the NCC 2025 preview for stakeholders interested in upcoming building code changes.
Green Building Council Australia announces major sustainable initiatives and insights for 2026
The Green Building Council Australia has released a series of significant announcements and reports in March and early April 2026, ranging from new sustainable data centre programs to insights on build-to-rent housing and Green Star certification milestones.
NatHERS Expansion Continues with New Assessor Accreditation and Training Announcements
The National House Energy Rating Scheme (NatHERS) is progressing major milestones for its expansion to existing homes, with new assessor accreditation providers and training pathways being established for 2026.