The Program

8.30am

FF26 Opening

8.40am

ACA Welcome

The case for change is clear and widely accepted. Now the focus shifts: from identifying challenges to showcasing what works and how we scale it.

8.55am

Year in review

A fast-paced snapshot of progress: the National Construction Strategy, Blueprint, Charter, QPC report, closure of BPIC, Accelerate Together and more.

9.00am

Pockets of potential – government and private

A deep dive into major projects where collaboration unlocked strengths across all parties. What becomes possible when everyone focuses on what they do best? And how is the private sector doing things differently to government.

9.50am

Foundations and frontiers live

Randomly selected audience participants join a facilitated on-stage conversation reflecting on what’s working and challenges in replicating pockets of promise.

10.00am

Keynote – to be announced

11.10am

Crystal wall – Stronger, smarter

What will be the biggest game changer for construction in the next five years?

11.15am

Frontline fixes – productivity from the supply chain

The supply chain will take centre stage showcasing its potential with 3-minute Shark tank-style pitches. Which idea has the best chance of shifting the productivity dial?

11.40am

Redesigning design

The Construction Industry Leadership Forum tackled a big question: how can the design process become more innovative, efficient and collaborative? The workshop uncovered key insights and now it’s time for others to weigh in. Join the conversation and help redesign design for the future of construction.

12.00pm

Construction Great Debate

Is MMC dead before it even gets started?

12.20pm

Next frontiers – 90 second industry pitches

This year’s brief to our industry leaders is: “Name the pocket of potential you are most excited about in the next 12 months and why?”

1.15pm

Foundations – Leader exchange

A reflection on the Value for Money conversation, at the Leaders’ Exchange incentivising value to create a race to the top.

1.45pm

Frontiers – NextGen exchange

Emerging leaders respond to the Leaders’ Exchange discussion—offering fresh perspectives on what must shift next.

2.00pm

Survivor – Getting off the island

Like contestants on a game show, the construction industry can feel like an island of competing interests. How can government, industry and unions can work together – not against each other – to get off the island of despair and build to scale.

2.25pm

Crystal wall – Together

If the construction industry could adopt one habit to improve collaboration, what would it be?

2.35pm

Lifting the lid on the charter

What does it take to get everyone on the same page in construction? The National Construction Industry Forum has been developing an industry charter – setting out clear goals, shared expectations, behavioural standards and rules of engagement. What does this all mean for construction?

2.50pm

To go boldly

From stage to audience, every insight matters. In this finale, an unexpected guide will weave it all together, offering a fresh, bold view on what’s next for the industry – and it might just surprise you!