It is an election year for all ACA branches! Nominations for election to the ACA committees open on 23 April and close 7 May 2024. Join our branch committees and get involved!
Employee ownership is an increasingly popular business structure for practices seeking sustainable growth and stability, increased employee engagement, and a sound succession planning strategy. But how does it work from a legal and financial perspective? Join the ACA Vic/Tas branch on 23 May for an informative CPD webinar with Marque Lawyers Senior Associate Georgia McGrath and Altus Financial Director Marc Walsh.
The Wellbeing of Architects [education + practice —] symposium on 8–9 May is the culmination of a groundbreaking, four-year research study – the Wellbeing of Architects: Culture, Identity and Practice. The ACA is a proud longstanding partner of the project. ACA CEO Angelina Pillai and National President John Held are delighted to participate in this important symposium alongside a stellar line-up of industry leaders, academics, practitioners and student representatives.
The recent BES•Tville event in Townsville was a huge success, attracting a diverse audience of 195 people, all eager to hear from speakers Andrew Maynard and Adam Haddow, and facilitator Helen Norrie. Chief organiser Zammi Rohan from Counterpoint Architecture discusses the foundation and objectives of BES•Tville, future plans, and the importance of connection and action in the regions.
Small, cost-free workplace adjustments can make an enormous difference to staff with invisible disabilities, with a flow-on effect for everyone in the business. Ainsley Ryan shares some of the adjustments she has requested and implemented at work to ensure she can thrive in the workplace.
Congratulations to ACA member practice Feather & Lawry Design, who recently won the 2024 Client Choice Award for Best Architecture Firm <$30M. Here, the Toowoomba-based regional design team share some insights into the Client Choice process and what the national achievement means for the practice.
informed by Planned Cover is offering a 15% discount for ACA members for its upcoming CPD webinar on Negotiation. Barrister and mediator Tony Horan will explore the fundamentals of contract negotiation plus tips and risks around dispute resolution. Don’t miss it.
Join Deltek’s Megan Miller and the ACA’s Matthew Tence as they delve into this year’s industry trends revealed in the 2024 Deltek Clarity Report. Engage in an interactive discussion about emerging technology trends, strategic business planning, workplace dynamics and finding efficiencies when managing projects.
ACA partner Ardex Australia has built a new six-star green rating manufacturing regional warehouse in Kemps Creek in western Sydney. It is positioned as an Industry 4.0 building materials manufacturer for Oceania, and demonstrates a commitment to local manufacturing and Australian-made supply.
Redundancy can be a complicated process and is an area where there is extensive litigation. The ACA’s IR advisor Fair Work Lawyers takes us through the main risks associated with redundancies (and dismissals more generally) and outlines employer obligations in relation to terminations.
ACA’s HR advisor Catalina Consultants has compiled a summary of changes from the Closing Loopholes legislation plus a timeline of key dates and suggested actions required. Significant changes on the horizon include right to disconnect, new laws related to independent contractors, casual employment definitions, and wage theft.
New technologies can help us complete tasks more quickly and efficiently, as well as offering us increased accessibility and convenience – but there is a downside. Our resource roundup includes articles, books and podcasts about the connection between technology and wellbeing, and strategies for navigating new technologies.
On 12 February 2024 the second part of the Federal Government’s Closing Loopholes legislation passed through both houses of Parliament. Part 2 features many significant changes to Australia’s current workplace law, including redefining casual employment, massive increases to civil penalties for wage theft, and introducing the ‘right to disconnect’. Tom Earls from Fair Work Lawyers provides an overview of what employers need to know.
On 14 December 2023, part one of the Federal Government’s Closing Loopholes legislation received royal assent, introducing changes around wage theft, union delegate rights and anti-discrimination laws, as well as bringing in “same job, same pay” regulated labour hire arrangements. Tom Earls from Fair Work Lawyers provides an overview of what is new and what other changes may be on the way.
The ACA acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land and waters of Australia.