Waterproofing, Mould, and Risk Management
The Real Cost of Waterproofing Failure
Tue
28
Tue 28 Apr 2:00 PM
Online via Zoom
General Admission
360 Mins
April
Mecca Waterproofing, Moisture & Mould Conference is now an online event offering 6 formal CPD points, designed to address the significant issues surrounding waterproofing defects and their consequences.
Key Conference Details:
TWO ONLINE SESSIONS
Join experts for in-depth technical presentations and panel discussions.
Speakers and Panel
Karl Wootton – Australian Waterproofing Consultants
Natasha Stojanovich - Landers
Heike Neumeister-Kemp - Mycolab
Sam Hogg – PASG Projects
Geoff Hanmer – Arina Architects, UNSW
Jesse Clarke – Proclima Australia
Ashley Bowen - Fatra Australia
The conference features expert-led presentations and panel discussions covering essential waterproofing for roofs, gutters, balconies, podiums and internal wet areas
Architects, engineers and builders will gain insights into how dampness and mould affect occupant health and learn proactive strategies to mitigate the risk of future litigation.
Through case studies, building-physics insights and lessons from real-world failures, the panel will highlight why moisture and mould problems originate not in the visible materials, but within poorly understood layers and interfaces behind them.
Guests will gain a clearer understanding of system-based design, coordination between trades and the importance of performance verification to deliver buildings that remain dry, durable and resilient over time.
If you cannot attend the sessions live, you can purchase a recording and view the sessions at your leisure and still receive your CPD certificate for 6 points.
Cost to attend - $375 including GST – includes link to live stream, recording of the event and CPD certificate
Save 20% with bookings of 3 or more tickets!
(Discount applies automatically once added to cart)
Image Credit: Fatra Australia
Key Conference Details:
TWO ONLINE SESSIONS
Join experts for in-depth technical presentations and panel discussions.
| Topic | Date & Time | |
| Session 1 | Waterproofing & Mould | Tuesday, April 28, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM |
| Session 2 | Waterproofing, Moisture & Air quality | Tuesday, May 5, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM |
Speakers and Panel
Karl Wootton – Australian Waterproofing Consultants
Natasha Stojanovich - Landers
Heike Neumeister-Kemp - Mycolab
Sam Hogg – PASG Projects
Geoff Hanmer – Arina Architects, UNSW
Jesse Clarke – Proclima Australia
Ashley Bowen - Fatra Australia
- Risk and Cost: Waterproofing defects are the leading cause of residential building complaints in Australia. While the initial cost is low, rectification frequently costs between $15,000 and $30,000 per unit. Water damage now accounts for 34% of all property-related insurance claims.
- Public Health Focus: The conference will examine the growing link between damp housing and chronic illness, including contributions to respiratory conditions (mould-induced asthma) and inflammatory disease from biological growth. This is a critical concern as modern, energy-efficient "sealed" house designs can amplify health risks from minor moisture ingress.
- Litigation and Technical Failures: The program addresses the surge in mould-related litigation (over 30 VCAT cases by 2025).
- Expert-led sessions will cover common technical failures in:
- Roofing & Gutters
- Flat Roofs (e.g., A/C penetrations)
- Balconies & Podiums
- Internal Wet Areas (e.g., large-format tile drainage)
- Substrates: how they can influence mould growth.
- Health effects: what impact exposure to water-damaged buildings has on occupant health
- Waterproofing strategies: how they can mitigate the accumulation of water by addressing 4 principles of waterproofing design
- Humidity and moisture: how to manage moisture and humid in buildings to break its lifecycle.
The conference features expert-led presentations and panel discussions covering essential waterproofing for roofs, gutters, balconies, podiums and internal wet areas
Architects, engineers and builders will gain insights into how dampness and mould affect occupant health and learn proactive strategies to mitigate the risk of future litigation.
Through case studies, building-physics insights and lessons from real-world failures, the panel will highlight why moisture and mould problems originate not in the visible materials, but within poorly understood layers and interfaces behind them.
Guests will gain a clearer understanding of system-based design, coordination between trades and the importance of performance verification to deliver buildings that remain dry, durable and resilient over time.
If you cannot attend the sessions live, you can purchase a recording and view the sessions at your leisure and still receive your CPD certificate for 6 points.
Cost to attend - $375 including GST – includes link to live stream, recording of the event and CPD certificate
Save 20% with bookings of 3 or more tickets!
(Discount applies automatically once added to cart)
Image Credit: Fatra Australia
April
Formal CPD Points
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