What's taking place in Perth
Green Building Forum returns to Perth in November 2026, bringing sustainability practitioners together for a deeper dive into Green Star in practice.
Designed for those actively working to shape the future of the built environment, the event will explore the latest developments through project case studies, insightful discussions on critical issues and industry updates.
With multiple opportunities for connection through in-program workshops and a networking drinks reception, the forum offers a unique platform for exchanging ideas and building relationships across the sector.
This is a must-attend event for professionals committed to creating a more sustainable built environment.
Can’t make it to Perth? Join the forum via Sydney’s virtual live stream on Wednesday 18 November and access key presentations, industry updates and project case studies from wherever you are. The virtual experience has been designed to help you stay connected to the latest Green Star developments and industry conversations without the need to travel.
Agenda
The Perth program has been designed to showcase technical project insights, highlight Green Star and industry updates and deliver practical learning experiences through peer-to-peer discussion and networking opportunities. Explore critical issues, hear directly from project leads and Green Star assessors and gain practical insights that can be applied to projects today.
Major infrastructure projects have a unique opportunity to leave a lasting sustainability legacy. This session will explore the outcomes, challenges and innovations shaping the delivery of major sustainable infrastructure across Western Australia.
Explore the UWA Nedlands Student Accommodation project and its journey through Green Star certification, highlighting the sustainability strategies, technical solutions and performance outcomes that support the project's rating ambitions.
The sustainability landscape for commercial buildings is very dynamic. Hear how NABERS is evolving to maximise impact and meet the needs of the industry.
This session will cover key updates around the NABERS Energy tool, embodied carbon and Data Centres.
This panel will explore how the built environment can achieve meaningful carbon reductions through innovation, supply chain engagement and smarter material choices.
- Turning carbon reduction goals into measurable outcomes through supply chain engagement and collaboration.
- Exploring how innovation across manufacturing, design and delivery is reducing embodied carbon.
- Which policies, frameworks and reporting requirements are making the biggest impact?
- What role do clients and procurement teams play in driving market transformation?
- What innovations and sectors will have the greatest influence on carbon reduction over the next decade
The industry roadmap to 2035: Moving from ideas to action
Overcoming barriers on a tricky Green Star project
This interactive workshop will explore how to approach complex and unconventional Green Star projects, unpack credit intent, and identify pathways when standard compliance isn't possible. The session will introduce GSAPs (experienced and new) to key stakeholders in a Green Star project, deliver an overview of the certification process and will provide you greater confidence in developing robust submissions and Technical Questions.
This session explores OrthoNova Hospital's journey to achieving a 5 Star Green Star Design Review, exploring how a clear sustainability strategy, early stakeholder collaboration and lessons learned in overcoming the technical complexities of a healthcare project.
Insights from the leaders driving change
Hear from the practitioners, project teams and sustainability experts helping to shape the future of Australia’s built environment. Our speaker lineup will share firsthand project experience, lessons learned and practical approaches to delivering better outcomes through Green Star.
Hear from industry practitioners shaping the built environment
Oliver Grimaldi
Phillip Cook
Caroline Perks
Alexis Kusinski
Graham Agar
Tristan Curthoys
Magali Wardle
Deepak Chopra
Hear directly from GBCA
Davina Rooney
Jorge Chapa
Jeff Oatman
Ella Mudie
Emma Bezzina
Elham Monavari
Real projects. Real outcomes.
Get an in-depth look at two of Australia’s most noteworthy Green Star projects through detailed and technical case studies which will be presented at the conference by members of the project teams. They will share the design decisions, challenges and outcomes behind these innovative developments, with dedicated time for audience questions and discussion, allowing attendees to explore the technical details most relevant to their own work.
OrthoNova Hospital
Presenter: Tristan Curthoy – Sustainable Projects Lead, Hesperia
UWA Nedlands Student Accommodation
Presenters:
- Megan Ang – Sustainability Consultant, Summation
- Phillip Cook – Regional Sustainability Manager – WA, Lendlease
Venue information
Green Building Forum Perth will be held at ANZAC Club.
ANZAC club
Brigade Room Level 5 – 28 St George’s Terrace, Perth WA, 6000
Entry
Follow signs to ANZAC club and make your way to LEVEL 5 / Brigade Room.
Getting there
Waking directions from the CBD / Perth Station or Perth Underground
Walk south down Barrack Street to St Georges Terrace, then turn left (approx. 10-15 minutes).
Walking directions from the CBD / via Elizabeth Quay Station
Walk east along St Georges Terrace (approx. 10 minutes).
The Closest Bike Parking is on St Georges Terrace itself (near 111 St Georges Terrace) located within a 61 to 102-minute walk. You can also find multiple street-side U-rails and public racks and just around the corner on Barrack Street.
There are trains running within the CBD’s Free Transit Zone (FTZ).
The closest station is Elizabeth Quay Station (an 11-minute walk to the club). Alternatively, take the train to Perth Station and walk south for about 10-15 minutes.
Red CAT Bus: Runs frequently east/west along St Georges Terrace. Hop on near the CBD and hop off right near the corner of Irwin Street and St Georges Terrace.
Blue CAT Bus: Travels north/south. Disembark at the Elizabeth Quay Bus Station or Perth Station, both of which are short, 10-minute walks from the club.
Parking – no on-site parking, we recommend the following:
City of Perth Parking – Council House
10/29 St Georges Terrace (3 min walk to venue)
You can plan your parking from City of Perth parking
Wilson Parking – 517 Hay St (Kings Complex)
Kings Complex, 517 Hay St, Perth WA 6000 (3 min walk to venue) (opening hours vary, please refer to Wilsons Parking website for further details)
Last updated: 31 August 2026