LAtest News

From the Tas Chapter President

16 Dec 2019

This speech was delivered at the Hobart Christmas Party, while cruising the River Derwent: Welcome aboard as we cruise the Derwent River. Firstly, the river. The banks of the river where we cruise were once covered by forests of she-oak trees and heavily populated by the local tribes. The river was known by its palawa kani […]

From the SA Executive Director – December

When I started working at the Institute, people asked if I would miss practice.  Almost five years on I am still being asked this question, and I am pleased to be able to respond that I am still enjoying applying my knowledge and experience in a different context.  Being able to support architects and advocate […]

From the SA Chapter President – A Moment of Reflection

We have at times this year endeavoured to challenge and question the modus operandi that directly influences or tries to restructure our value and belief system as a profession. The eventual demolition of Shed 26 was an absolute shamble in the Development Approval process. We sold our maritime soul as a State, sacrificing one of […]

Construction Quality and Building Confidence – SA

Increased attention on construction quality and building confidence was the focus of a discussion between the Institute’s SA Chapter, National Policy Advisor Leanne Hardwicke, leaders from several local practices and Fielders on Friday 22nd November. Changes to the regulatory framework resulting from the Senate Inquiry into Non-Conforming Building Products and the recommendations from the Shergold […]

ACT SONA Round Up 2019

10 Dec 2019

The ACT SONA committees of 2018 and 2019 have been very busy. Membership in the ACT more than doubled in the last year which means that students now make up more than 20 per cent of the ACT Institute members

2020 membership renewals

9 Dec 2019

Membership renewals are open and it’s a perfect time to reflect on the value that membership of Australia’s peak body for architecture brings to your practice and your profession. Renew my membership Membership renewals are open and it’s a perfect time to reflect on the value that membership of Australia’s peak body for architecture brings […]

Architecture education in the Territory – our Degree, our students, our future

5 Dec 2019

Aspiring architects will be able to study design and architecture for the Northern Territory from next year, with the return of local tertiary education in the discipline after more than a decade. Charles Darwin University will offer a Bachelor of Arts – Architectural Design from February 2020 and the Institute, supporting CDU, will work towards […]

Have your say – Australian War Memorial redevelopment public consultations

4 Dec 2019

The Australian War Memorial is now holding public consultations on its $500 million redevelopment plans including the demolition of Anzac Hall. This is your chance to tell the War Memorial what you think before it is too late. For any questions regarding the consultations, email development@awm.gov.au or phone (02) 6243 4211. The Australian Institute of […]

Queensland Chapter President’s Christmas message

It was great to finally get a good storm so late in the season this weekend and let’s hope there are more to come as we enter summer this year. Lake Cootharaba put on some big airs while racing in this year’s Monomasters sailing regatta! On Tuesday 3 Dec 2019, I attended the latest Ministerial […]

From NT Chapter Executive Director

We have had a busy couple of months in the NT and have finished our planning for 2020. A key part of the plan is to work across the built environment to deliver events that are meaningful for both the members and our partners. The last couple of months have been busy with policy and […]

2019 Barry McNeill Student Prize

2 Dec 2019

The 2019 Barry McNeill Student Prize was announced at the Displace exhibition, showcasing the work of shortlisted graduating students from the University of Tasmania, on Friday evening. Congratulations to Dylan Rowbottom, who was the recipient of this year’s prize, and to Katherine Vand, who received a Commendation. Thank you to all involved, including prize sponsors, JAWS […]

Australian Institute of Architects recognises outstanding contributions to architecture in NSW

22 Nov 2019

2019 NSW Prize winners announced