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Business of Architecture in the Regions

The ACA is hosting its first regional event in Victoria on the weekend of 25–26 October – and we’d love you to be part of it. Set in the beautiful township of Castlemaine, just a short trip from Melbourne and central to the regions, this relaxed two-day gathering offers the perfect mix of learning, connection, and inspiration.

We’re excited to host a regional Parlour Salon, courtesy of our friends at Parlour, and look forward to the conversation.

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Together we’ll explore:

  • The business of small practice
  • Successful and innovative business models in practice
  • Opportunities and risks for the future of practice and projects in the regions
  • Sustainability on a regional scale
  • Succession planning

With a fantastic lineup of experienced speakers, the event is designed to support architects and allied professionals in strengthening their practice and building connections – whether you’re based in the city or the regions.

Gain fresh insights, connect with colleagues, and enjoy a rewarding weekend in the Goldfields region.

WHERE & WHEN

​Castlemaine, Victoria

DAY 1: 10am–7pm Saturday 25 October 2025
Phee Broadway Theatre, Barker Street
Featuring Parlour Salon 5–7pm

DAY 2: 10am–1pm Sunday 26 October 2025
Buda Historic Home & Garden, 42 Hunter Street

Approx. 90mins drive from Melbourne CBD, 30 mins drive from Bendigo and Kyneton.
Trains to Castlemaine from Southern Cross, Bendigo and Kyneton.

For help with accommodation call Castlemaine, Maldon and Surrounds Booking Service on 1800 171 888. Open 7 days a week from 9am – 5pm.

COST & BOOKING

To reserve your place select your ticket below, or head straight to the booking site.

ACA / ArchiTeam / Parlour Collective / RAA $95 incl GST
Non members $115 incl GST
Concession $55 incl GST

Note:
All ticket prices are per person, and contribute to the cost of running the program, together with support from the ACA and event sponsors.
Concession pricing is available for those in tight financial circumstances. For any questions, please get in touch with Katherine Ygosse victas@aca.org.au.

PROGRAM

The weekend’s program has been led by ACA VIC/TAS Committee member Brad Hooper and Castlemaine local architect Katrina Logan. Including plenty of time for socialising and connection, event highlights include:

  • Lessons 25 Years In – Stuart Tanner
  • Successful Business Models for Architecture Practice
  • Opportunities & Managing Risk in Practice
  • Regional Parlour Salon – Saturday evening, courtesy of Parlour
  • Practice Sustainability (Sustainability as a Business)
  • ACA Update and Town Hall – Hear the latest on Victorian reforms, advocacy and ACA initiatives, and be heard on issues that matter to you.

ACCESS THE PROGRAM HERE

SPEAKERS

  • Sarah Hobday-North (Architect GP)
  • Shae Parker McCashen (Green Sheep Collective)
  • Jean Graham (Winter Architecture)
  • Silas Gibson (SOS Architects)
  • Toby Reed & Anna Nervegna (Nervegna-Reed)
  • Talina Edwards (Envirotecture)
  • Stuart Tanner (Tanner Architects)
  • Paul Viney (ACA Australia & ACA Vic/Tas Branch President, FPPV Architecture)
  • Brad Hooper (Brad Hooper Architect)
  • Parlour Salon featuring – Lisa Merkesteyn (Remark Architecture) & Rosalie Hastwell

CPD

7 formal points attainable from attending the full program. Certification of formal points will be provided for CPD records. More details on CPD and competencies to be provided. Additional informal points available.

CONTACT

For any questions, or to request special pricing options, please contact Katherine Ygosse victas@aca.org.au.