We wanted to update you on what has been happening in the Chapter over the last few months and to update you on what we’ve been working on. This includes the advocacy work as well as the 2023 NT Awards, the launch of the inaugural Lecture series and other upcoming events over the next few months throughout the NT.
We have had a very busy year so far on the advocacy front and we have a lot of changes coming up. As you are aware we have been advocating for modernisation and changes to the Architects Act which has not been updated since 1968. We have been informed by the Attorney General Minister Paech that the changes will be introduced this year. The recommendations are the implementation of a code of conduct, compulsory insurance for Architects and the introduction of compulsory CPD. The Introduction of compulsory CPD will bring us inline with other jurisdictions across Australia and ensure there is best practice and education for Architects and provide certainty to consumers. These changes are also in line with the recommendations from the Building Confidence report (Shergold- Weir, 2018) and critical in ensuring there is mutual recognition for registered architects across Australia.
As of the 1st of October 2023, Section J 2019 and the ABCB Liveable Housing Design Guidelines will be implemented. As part of this we are putting together workshops to ensure everyone is up to date before the implementation date. It would also be good to have some specific case studies that relate to our environment so please feel free to contact us if you would like to be part of that.
We are continuing to work on the Remote Housing Project with several designs reviewed to provide feedback. The most important part is the meeting with the NT Indigenous Housing Association and we look forward to working with them on real change and directions. We have also recently provided extensive feedback to the department on the Draft for the designing homes for the Top End Climate.
Another key area we are working with the department is procurement. I know this is a big discussion point for all our NT members. We are currently working on a survey to all local members in regard to this as well as putting together a survey to the department. The vision for this is to have clear quantifiable data as well as qualitative feedback to clearly understand all the issues and not just rely on hearsay. With real data we can make clear recommendations for change. I have also been working through other jurisdictions tendering and procurement guidelines with the national policy team so that if there is best practice that can show legislative precedence on then we can use this as part of the recommendations. It is critical that as many members as possible complete this when it is circulated so watch this space.
Recently the national team have circulated a Diversity and Inclusion Survey for you to complete. This survey is being conducted to gain feedback from the entire architectural community with the results helping the Institute to develop our policy. The purpose is to improving the health and well-being of all who live and work in our diverse communities by promoting quality, responsible, sustainable design and advocating on behalf of the profession for the benefit of all Australians. Please click here to complete the survey https://research.surveymatters.com.au/n/Jlwcpv8.
Below are the events we have scheduled and I will be putting these directly in your calendars to ensure you are kept informed. Please register for the events so we can ensure a large enough venue and that we cater appropriately.
I am really excited to announce the Inaugural NT Lecture series launch May 25th 2023. This will become an annual speaker series where we invite inspirational international architects to come and speak to members and the general public in the NT. We are also pleased to announce Bluescope and COLORBOND as the inaugural sponsor for this event.
ABOUT THE SPEAKER
We’re proud to be hosting Michael O’Sullivan from Bull/O’Sullivan Architecture in New Zealand as our high-profile speaker at this event. O’Sullivan left school aged 16 to begin a drafting certificate. He founded Bull O’Sullivan (B/OS) Architecture in 1994 and holds a position at the University of Auckland supervising masters’ students’ thesis work. Now 52, he said his approach to his craft had “evolved in its own natural way. You’ll be in a box under the ground soon so you have to try and attend as many different things as you can along the way.”
Michael is the Recipient of many NZIA Awards, O’Sullivan has twice won the Sir Ian Athfield Architecture Award for Housing, first for a studio (2015) and then for additions to a state house (2020). Both projects were in Lyttelton. In 2011, Michael won Home of the Year for a bach (a beach house) at Karekare Beach. Michael was also the Futina Lecture speaker for 2022.
This free event for Institute members, $10 for other professionals across the built environment and the general public and focuses on a wide conversation about the impact of architecture in the community. REGISTER HERE
This year’s 2023 NT Architecture Awards is on the 24th June at the Chung Wah Centre. Excitingly we are featuring International Chef, Jimmy Shu (Territory Taste SBS and Hanuman Restaurant) and Danny Yuen (Roast Duck and Noodle) with a delicious 7-course banquet dinner. This year we are also launching the NT Architecture Archives program which is an initiative of the NT EmAGN crew which recognizes significant architecture across the Northern Territory. REGISTER HERE
Please do not forget to vote for the People’s Choice Award for the projects that have taken the time to enter these prestigious awards. VOTE HERE FOR THE PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD.
On the 17th of May we also have a CPD presentation with James from Kingspan on the NCC 2019 CHANGES TO SECTION J THERMAL PERFORMANCE. You can register here for this event.
As you can see we have a lot going on and we look forward to seeing you at awards and at all our events. As always feel free to contact me if you need any further information.
Kind regards
Raquel
NT EVENTS
CPD SESSION
NCC2019 CHANGES TO SECTION J THERMAL PERFORMANCE & CONDENSATION.
1 Formal CPD Points
Kingspan Presentation by James Pinyon Kingspan
Date: 17 May 2023
Time: 5.30pm – 6:30pm
Venue: Engineers Australia Conference Room, 9 Cavenagh Street, Darwin
Refreshments will be served.
OVERVIEW
James will present on section J and the changes to the way thermal performance is calculated with the new introduced standards AS4214 and thermal bridging. He will also talk about residential requirements and liability. The Presentation is equivalent to 1 hours/points of formal CPD and will deliver outcomes related to the from the National Standard of Competency for Architects.
CPD
You can register HERE for this event.
2023 NT LECTURE SERIES FEATURING MICHAEL O’SULLIVAN
The Institute of Architects NT Chapter is proud to announce the inaugural NT Annual Lecture Series which features high profile international architects to present across a wide range of topical issues. This free event for Institute members and costing $10 for other professionals across the built environment and the general public focuses on a wide conversation about the impact of architecture in the community.
Event Background
New Zealand faces some of the same challenges as the Northern Territory, especially as the NT’s first nations represent 30.8% of their population, which is higher than the Australian average at 3.8%. The NZ’s first nation average is 17.8% of their population, so there is a much clearer understanding the engagement and immersion of indigenous culture in everyday lives and throughout the design process.
New Zealand is also struggling with climate change, witnessing recent extreme weather events and natural disasters. These events have increased over the past six years, both in NZ and the NT, with cyclones bouncing off the Australian coast and hitting the nation as well as being a tectonically active zone.
The presentation will feature the links with community and the importance of first nations in the successful delivery of projects and the need to involve the whole community throughout the design process. An NT example of what doesn’t work is in housing for first nations with dwellings ‘given to them’ with engagement not being holistic and, in some cases, tokenistic with negative outcomes which come from limited engagement.
Michael O’Sullivan’s experience working with first nations as an architect who clearly has a strong commitment working closely with Maori people is a critical lesson we can learn from. His work around respecting faith – whether western traditional religions that we understand and the importance of first nations heritage and storytelling – is another part of the presentation which is important in engaging with indigenous people. Maori and first nations cultures are complex and integrated into everyday life – whether it is through education, health, art, food, and storytelling. As well as having the public lecture we will also be hosting a mentoring session meet and greet with SONA and EmAGN.
ABOUT THE SPEAKER
We’re proud to be hosting Michael O’Sullivan from Bull/O’Sullivan Architecture in New Zealand as our high-profile speaker at this event. O’Sullivan left school aged 16 to begin a drafting certificate. He founded Bull O’Sullivan (B/OS) Architecture in 1994 and holds a position at the University of Auckland supervising masters students’ thesis work. Now 52, he said his approach to his craft had “evolved in its own natural way. You’ll be in a box under the ground soon so you have to try and attend as many different things as you can along the way.”
Recipient of many NZIA Awards, O’Sullivan has twice won the Sir Ian Athfield Architecture Award for Housing, first for a studio (2015) and then for additions to a state house (2020). Both projects were in Lyttelton. In 2011, Michael won Home of the Year for a bach (a beach house) at Karekare Beach.
Register HERE for this event
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2023 NT ARCHITECTURE AWARDS
2023 NT Architecture Awards – Early Bird Registrations now open!
Date: 24th June 2023
Time: 6.00pm arrival for 6:30pm start 10pm finish
Venue: Chung Wah Centre, 25 Woods Street, Darwin
Dress: Red theme – Territory Rig (no shorts, thongs or singlets)
Please join us for the major event in the NT Architecture calendar as we announce the winners of the 2023 NT Architecture Awards and other prestigious NT Awards.
We look forward to welcoming you at this 7-course banquet event at the Chung Wah Centre where we acknowledge exceptional design in architecture and recognise the amazing contribution of the NT architecture community.
Guests will be treated to pre-drinks and canapes followed by a delicious 7-course banquet dinner and drinks service featuring International Chef, Jimmy Shu (Territory Taste SBS and Hanuman Restaurant) and Danny Yuem (Roast Duck and Noodle). . You’ll have the opportunity to network with the architectural community, catch up with old friends and make new connections.
Ticket sales are now open and places are limited, so grab your tickets and secure your seats!
We hope to see many of you at this annual celebration of excellent NT architecture.
Register HERE for the annual awards program and take advantage of the Early Bird Prices through to 26 May 2023.
PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD – NT CHAPTER ARCHITECTURE AWARDS
Please do not forget to vote for the People’s Choice Award for the projects that have taken the time to enter these prestigious awards. VOTE HERE FOR THE PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD.
For any queries regarding the above events please contact us at nt@architecture.com.au
