— YOUR BUILDING INFORMATION GATEWAY

Michelle Parker mparker@mybig.com.au

myBIG is the online reference library and search engine specifically designed for the building and construction industry in Australia.

As a member of the Master Builders Association of NSW, you are eligible to receive a complementary member subscription to mybig.com.au.

Since our launch in 2021, we’ve made significant updates and added new enhancements to ensure you’re getting the most from your subscriptions. These are some of the exciting improvements we’ve made.

New and faster ways to search

We understand that time is money in the building and construction industry, so we’ve improved our search engine functionality. You can now easily search for any topic and quickly access the relevant information. We’ve improved the filtering of search results, allowing you to refine your results by status, document type, publisher, collection, state, sector, and other criteria. We’ve also added custom tag badges to results, helping you to quickly find the industry-related topics specific to your business needs.

Even more content

To ensure that you have access to the most comprehensive and up-to-date information, we’ve expanded our resource library. We’ve added new documents, articles, and product information covering a wide range of topics, including the 2022 Building and Plumbing Codes and referenced Australian standards, workplace safety, legislation, regulations, and more. Whether you’re a builder, contractor, or consultant, you’ll find a wealth of relevant information in one convenient location.

We’re excited to share that we also have over 1,000 separate standards available across a range of add-on subscriptions, available for a one, two, or three–year subscription term, making standards more affordable. We’ve added or updated over 200 standards since we launched, bringing the total number of pages in our search engine to over 160,000. With myBIG, you can be confident that you’re accessing the most up-to-date information on building and construction standards in Australia.

Organise, bookmark, and annotate

To make it easier for you to access the most relevant information to your business, we’ve enhanced the Workspace. The Workspace is where you organise and share important information and notes with the people on your subscription. You can save resources to your Workspace folders, see your recently accessed resources, add bookmarks, and utilise a wide range of annotations. You can now also see which Collections you have access to, and those you can purchase, to quickly find the documents and subscriptions you need.

Collaboration and Networking

At myBIG, we understand that collaboration is essential to building a successful business. That’s why we’ve added features that allow you to share information with those on your subscription. Workspace annotations allow the sharing of notes and comments on each resource. It’s like a messaging system with links directly to resources.

For large organizations, we now offer simultaneous and priority users’ functionality, ensuring priority access to standards and uninterrupted usage for the lowest cost possible.

Flexible subscription options

When it comes to subscription options, we understand that flexibility is key. That’s why we offer more than 200 add-on pack options for subscribing to Australian standards. Whether you’re a small independent contractor or a large builder, you’ll find a subscription that suits your business size and needs.

We provide access to the new National Construction Code 2022, along with supporting materials including:

• NCC 2022 Volume 1 Building Code of Australia

• NCC 2022 Volume 2 & Housing Provisions

• NCC 2022 Volume 2 Building Code of Australia

• NCC 2022 Volume 3 Plumbing Code of Australia

• Whole-of-Home Efficiency Factors Standard

• ABCB Housing Provisions Standard 2022

• Bushfire Verification Methods Handbook

• Condensation in Buildings Handbook

• Cross-Connection Control Handbook

• Fire Safety Verification Method Standard

• Housing Energy Efficiency Handbook

• Indoor Air Quality Verification Methods Handbook

• Lead in Plumbing Products: Implementation Plan

• Liveable Housing Design Standard

• NatHERS Heating and Cooling Load Limits Standard

• NCC 2022 Table of BCA 2022 References by BCA 2019 Reference: Lexicon

The NCC 2022, which was adopted on May 1, 2023, encompasses the latest regulations and guidelines for construction practices in Australia. By having access to the most up-todate code and supporting materials, you can be more confident that your projects adhere to the highest standards of safety, efficiency, and sustainability.

Feedback

At myBIG, we value your input and feedback. We strive to continually evolve and improve myBIG to meet your needs and support your success in the ever-changing landscape of the building and construction industry.

We believe that collaboration and open communication are crucial to building a platform that caters to diverse needs. We are always on the lookout for new content and welcome suggestions for enhancing our platform’s functionality. So, if you have any feedback or suggestions for content, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. Your contributions can help shape the future of myBIG, and reinforce the platform we have built for you.

We have many exciting enhancements planned over the next year, including more content and enhancements, with features that will help you streamline your workflow, stay compliant with regulations, and grow your business. We are also exploring how we can improve affordability and provide more value, so you can access the resources you need without negatively impacting cashflow. By working together and leveraging the latest technologies and innovations, we can create a well-informed, more efficient, and sustainable industry for all.

It’s free to try

If you haven’t tried myBIG, we encourage you to check it out and discover the many benefits of our online reference library and search engine. With a vast collection of resources, including over 1,000 building and construction standards, you’ll find everything you need to stay up-to-date and compliant with the latest regulations and guidelines. Plus, with our new enhancements you can tailor your experience to your unique needs and streamline your workflow.

As a member of the Master Builders Association of NSW, you can take advantage of a complementary member subscription offer that gives you access to a myBIG subscription plan at no charge. If you haven’t yet taken up the offer, contact us on 9296 6655, or via email at enquiries@mybig.com.au to find out how.

Once you’ve explored the platform and found the standards sets you need, you can purchase them with the most flexible subscription options in the market.

So what are you waiting for? Don’t miss out on the opportunity to access the most comprehensive and user-friendly resource for the building and construction industry in Australia. Sign up for your complementary subscription now and start exploring the many benefits of myBIG today.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. Our team is always ready to assist and provide you with the support you need to make the most of your subscription.

You can reach us by calling 9296 6655 or emailing us at enquiries@mybig.com.au

Stay tuned for more updates and improvements and thank you for your continued support of myBIG.