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 January 2025. Download today!

On 30 October 2023, the Fair Work Commission approved the ACA’s application to amend the Architects Award to reflect the new National Standard of Competency for Architects. See the detailed explainer from Emma Avey of Fair Work Lawyers and download the updated Architects Award today!

The new Architects Award 2020 document came into effect on 4 May 2020. There are notable changes to six clauses. The ACA encourages all members to ensure they understand these changes and their obligations as employers in relation to them.

As the year draws to a close, we take a brief look at the changes made to the Architects Award this year.

The ACA continues to advocate for its members as the Architects Award is reviewed by the Fair Work Commission. We have expressed concern and sought a hearing over several clauses in the Exposure Draft – Architects Award 2018.