Why are mandatory Australian Standards so inaccessible? The ACA has long advocated on this critical issue and is now highlighting the business case for reform, emphasising the ongoing costs of the status quo. Angelina Pillai provides an update on the ACA’s latest government advocacy, as she leads ACIF’s call for urgent change.
Special conditions for the ABIC contracts introduce the concept of Force Majeure. These special conditions were updated and reissued in April 2026, with two versions available – a short form version and a comprehensive version for projects involving greater complexity.
The ACA is delighted to welcome the University of Melbourne and Swinburne University of Technology as the latest University Affiliates, continuing the strong momentum of this growing initiative to better connect architectural education with professional practice.
The ACA, in partnership with specialist broker Coverforce, is pleased to introduce a new combined Professional Indemnity (PI) and General Liability (GL) insurance initiative, designed to provide eligible member practices with a more consistent, transparent and sustainable approach to insurance.
In our submission to the National Competition Council, the ACA has recommended a reform path that removes duplication, harmonises administrative processes and improves national consistency, while retaining strong local oversight and clear regulatory accountability.
Join our CPD webinar on Tuesday 5 May, to learn about best and emerging practices in managing flexible work. Merilyn Speiser, Founder of Catalina Consultants, will share current insights gleaned from extensive HR consulting experience within our industry.
Two ACA members will take the stage at Sydney Build this year, contributing to panel discussions on mental wellbeing in practice and the architect’s role in delivering sustainable buildings. Head to Sydney Build on 29 + 30 April for two days of industry discussion, learning and networking.
As liquidated damages clauses begin to appear in consultancy agreements, architects must carefully consider their implications. What do these provisions mean in practice – and when do they cross the line into unfair risk? Mario Dreosti explores the issue through the lens of Australia’s unfair contract terms legislation and points to useful ACA resources.
The ACA WA Registration Prize celebrates two graduate architects who show exceptional dedication to the registration process. In 2026, Adrian Kinny and Zoe Yeoh were recognised for their outstanding achievements, each receiving a $1,000 grant.
The ACA lodged a formal submission with the Select Committee on Productivity in Australia on 20 February 2026, arguing for critical reforms to how government procures, regulates and supports the built environment professions.
informed by Planned Cover is offering ACA members a 15% discount for their webinar on high performance fee proposals. Hear about some common pitfalls and practical challenges, from persuading clients to sign on the dotted line, to protecting and preserving key elements if your terms and conditions are replaced by a client-drafted contract.
How do we uphold ethical and cultural standards while operating within commercial systems that can actively undermine them? Kirby Roper reflects on the need to think more deeply about ethical practice and the power of working collectively to make change.
The proposed abolition of the ARBV marks one of the most significant challenges to the profession’s regulatory framework in decades. The ACA updates members on their ongoing advocacy efforts and call on architects across Victoria to contact their local MP and have their say.
The rapid rise of Generative AI is reshaping the way we work, challenging traditional workflows and redefining the skills architects need to thrive. This talk explores how AI is transforming the architecture profession from design ideation and documentation, to education and early-career pathways.
The fifth iteration of the ACA Architects’ Time/Cost Calculator Guide (TCCG) was launched in February 2026, with 47 updates and improvements. The TCCG helps practices manage project time and costs, combining practice-specific data with reliable calculations to support accurate, tailored fee proposals for all building types, service levels and procurement methods.
Welcome to the ACA Business Concierge – your new AI-powered support tool for members. Designed specifically for architectural practices, this smart assistant provides quick answers to your business and employment questions. Access the Business Concierge today!
We are pleased to share the ACA’s new membership brochure, a colourful, easy-to-read booklet that outlines the many ways the ACA supports and advocates for Australian architecture practices. It highlights our role as a trusted business advisor, with benefits including practical tools, contracts and advisories, regular business-focused updates and webinars, and advocacy and research.
It’s critical that all architectural businesses understand their obligations under the Architects Award. The update of the Architects Award and other Awards relevant to architectural practice incorporate all changes up to and including 1 July 2025, including new pay rates. Download today!
The ACA acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land and waters of Australia.