This episode dives into one of the more debated areas of NCC 2022 insulation continuity, thermal bridging and where the building envelope actually sits.
The discussion highlights inconsistencies between the NCC and NatHERS guidance, particularly around garages, internal walls, and what truly counts as a “continuous” thermal barrier.
Compliance may be clear on paper — but in practice, interpretation and best practice don’t always align.
This episode continues the NCC 2022 deep dive, focusing on how Victoria, ACT, and New South Wales apply the code in practice.
From Victoria’s complex approach to alterations and additions, to ACT’s cleaner adoption, and NSW’s BASIX-driven system, the discussion highlights just how varied compliance pathways can be across the country.
Even when the targets are the same, how you get there can look completely different depending on the state.
If Australia has a National Construction Code, why does compliance look so different depending on where you build?
This episode dives into NCC 2022 and unpacks the reality that, despite being a national framework, each state and territory applies it differently creating complexity for assessors, designers, and builders.
Are dark roofs really driving up energy bills or is the story more nuanced?
This episode unpacks recent claims around roof colour and energy costs, revealing that the impact depends heavily on climate zone, materials, and overall design.
In this episode, Brian Haines is joined by co-hosts Matthew Graeme and Andrew Hooper for a wide-ranging conversation that hits a nerve most assessors know well:
Why can the same house end up with different ratings across different NatHERS tools — and what does that mean for industry trust, homeowners, and compliance?
