Farewell Michelle Eades

7 December 2024

Michelle Eades is retiring after 30 years with the ACA as the National Executive Officer, charged with the governance of the national peak body and the relationship with the Fair Work Commission. Michelle has been instrumental in the success of the ACA and she will be missed.

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ACA Summer Reading and Listening List 2024/25

9 December 2024

At the end of each year, we ask our committee members and staff to recommend their favourite business-focused books and podcasts of the year. This time, we’ve even squeezed in a Netflix TV series! We hope you enjoy working your way through these recommendations as you relax and reset this summer.

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Farewell & Thanks John Held

10 December 2024

John Held’s six-year tenure as ACA National President has come to an end. John has also stepped down as SA Branch President after 13 years leading the work of the ACA in Adelaide. John has been an empathetic and inspiring leader and a committed champion of the profession. We wish him well as he takes a well-earned break.

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Changes to entry-level Award pay rates from 1 January

5 December 2024

Do you employ staff in C14 and C13 classifications? The Fair Work Commission has recently handed down a decision relating to these rates of pay under various awards, including the Architects Award. The decision will result in changes to several awards, which will take effect from the first full pay period on or after 1 January 2025. Emma Avey of Fair Work Lawyers unpacks the detail.

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Paul Viney, new ACA National President

8 December 2024

Paul Viney, longtime VIC/TAS President and committed contributor to the ACA National Executive, is the new ACA National President. Susie Ashworth recently sat down with Paul to discuss his time with the ACA, his ambitions as ACA National President, and the future of the profession.

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VIC/TAS Branch Update – December 2024

11 December 2024

In 2024, the VIC/TAS branch prioritised advocacy, mental wellbeing, IR and business and finance. Key efforts included building reform advocacy and hosting engaging face-to-face events, including the first BoSP in Melbourne. Katherine Ygosse recaps the year’s highlights.

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2024 Architects Award Pay Rates

27 June 2024

The 2024 Federal Industrial Award pay rates have been updated and are applicable from 1 July 2024. Additional changes were also made to some entry level positions, which are in place from 1 January 2025. ACA members can log in to access award pay rates relevant to architectural practice today!

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End-of-Year Reflections 2024

6 December 2024

This year has seen plenty of twists and turns, but as we reflect on 2024, ACA CEO Angelina Pillai is pleased to share some important developments, challenges and initiatives that are shaping the direction of our Association and the profession as a whole.

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BoSP Brisbane Xmas Drinks

3 December 2024

The QLD/NT Committee is hosting an end-of-year BoSP celebration, with Rebecca Caldwell welcoming attendees back to Maytree for a night of live music, refreshments and swapping war stories with colleagues and friends.

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WA Branch Update EOY 2024

9 December 2024

The WA branch committee wrapped up another vibrant year with a wonderful end-of-year celebration at Lums wine bar in Subiaco. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who attended and made the event so memorable. In this update, we look back at our accomplishments this year and what lies ahead.

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SA Branch Update EOY 2024

2 December 2024

Advocacy, wellbeing and a strong events program have been a focus for the SA branch committee in the second half of 2024. Sascha Byrne and the SA committee review the highlights.

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Advocacy in Action – December 2024 Update

11 December 2024

Raising our profile and building meaningful relationships with government decision-makers has been a strong focus this year across the branches and nationally. Policy & Advocacy Coordinator Emma Brain offers a summary.

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ACIF Forecasts – Free to ACA members

18 November 2024

The Australian Construction Industry Forum Forecasts (worth $350+) are produced every six months by the ACIF forecasters, with the Construction Forecasting Council providing guidance and oversight. ACA members have free access to the ACIF Customised Forecasts Dashboard as a member-only benefit.

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Industrial Relations – FAQs

4 November 2024

At the ACA we are here to help you understand your industrial relations obligations. This FAQ article, prepared by Fair Work Lawyers for ACA members and updated in November 2024, is designed to answer your commonly asked questions. It covers the Award system, minimum rates, ordinary hours of work, probation periods, annual leave and casual employees.

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QLD/NT Branch Update EOY 2024

4 December 2024

A strong events program and advocacy have been a priority for the QLD/NT branch committee in the second half of 2024. We also welcome a new branch president, executive officer and several new committee members.

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NSW/ACT Branch Update EOY 2024

5 December 2024

The NSW/ACT Committee have been working hard this year with government advocacy, providing meaningful online webinars to members and staying connected. Branch President Ivana Simkovic takes us through the highlights of 2024.

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The Architects Award

28 August 2024

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 27 August 2024. Download today!

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November 2024 ACIF Forecasts

18 November 2024

The Australian Construction Industry Forum (ACIF) Forecasts were released on 14 November, forecasting that residential construction will bounce back. The ACIF November Forecasts show how the large pipeline of work in hand is sufficient to drive growth in building and construction activity despite slowing in the economy. ACIF has provided a summary.

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NSW Draft Building Bill – Our Submission

20 October 2024

The ACA’s submission to the NSW Government on the Draft Building Bill 2024 is a critical part of our advocacy efforts for the architectural profession and our organisation. NSW/ACT Advocacy Spokesperson Stephen Pearse led the development of this submission and remains our conduit with the NSW Building Commissioner. Download our submission today!

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Christmas closedowns and annual leave

19 August 2024

With the year flying by and Christmas just around the corner, it is worth taking the time to remind yourself about practice closedowns and your rights to direct employees to take annual leave during these periods. Emma Avey from Fair Work Lawyers offers advice related to employees engaged under the Architects Award and other relevant industrial awards.

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ACA joins Christmas tender campaign

10 October 2024

The ACA is once again pleased to join Consult Australia’s End of Year Tender campaign, which advocates for a pause in new procurement activities over the Christmas break to prioritise the mental wellbeing of all.

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