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How can you even begin to cram a year’s worth of learning, advocacy, events, engagement, campaigns, networking, awards, fun (and loads more) into only ten slides?! 🫨   2024 has been one of our biggest years yet - thanks to the incredible passion and support of our members, staff, supporters and sponsors. We couldn’t have done it without you!   👉 Swipe to see a (tiny!) snapshot of the past 12 months.   And if you’re lounging poolside this holiday season, why not scroll through the PIA Flickr account? 📸 It’s packed with photos from this year’s events and various programs - perfect for reliving the highlights and getting excited for 2025! Explore now: https://lnkd.in/g_Bk8ykM

Exciting news from PIA ACT Division! 🎉 We are thrilled to announce the re-election of Natalia Anderson RPIA as ACT Division President. We would also like to congratulate our newly elected convenor for Emerging Planners, new Division Committee Member Russell Coldicutt PIA (Assoc.), whilst Maxine Cooper MPIA Life Fellow will continue as Policy and Advocacy ACT representative, she will be shadowed by Josh O'Connor MPIA, another new member of the ACT Committee. Negar yazdi Ingrid Shelton Peter Johns Thomas Carberry Hope Watson RPIA Trevor Fitzpatrick Mel Krzus  🌟Get to know your division committee members here -  https://lnkd.in/gBhEGERh

The Queensland Government has today announced changes to Queensland's planning framework as per the election commitment of unlocking 10,000 social and community homes on church and charity-owned land by 2044. These announcements are in line with PIA’s advocacy for the need for balanced solutions at the recent Ministerial Housing Taskforce Cabinet meeting. PIA supports social and affordable housing being treated as one type of community infrastructure. PIA cautioned against a one-size-fits-all approach. The proposed changes, announced today, strike the right balance, and are the direct result of PIA's strong advocacy for good planning. PIA is particularly pleased to see progress towards streamlining the planning scheme amendment process, which we have championed as part of our State Election Platform. 👏 Swipe 👉 across for more details. PIA members will receive a more detailed explanation in your inboxes this afternoon! 📥 More details are also available on the government’s website here https://lnkd.in/gam28PQG Sean Cullen | Nicole Bennetts RPIA | Julie Brook RPIA

The PIA office will be closed during the Christmas and New Year period. We wish you a safe, joyful, and relaxing holiday season! Thank you for an incredible 2024 – we can’t wait to make 2025 even bigger and better. Until then, soak up some sunshine, enjoy the festivities, and recharge for an exciting year ahead! 🌞

BOOK TO INSPIRE NEXT GENERATION OF PLANNERS Last week, it was brilliant to join Cameron Leckey MPIA, Planning Institute of Australia WA President and Mt Hawthorn Primary School Principal Leon Wislon, when the Institute donated the book Ava Tanner, the City Planner, to the Mount Hawthorn Primary School library. Ava Tanner, the City Planner, introduces school kids to urban planning and civic engagement. As Western Australian Planning Minister, I hope that this book encourages and inspires the next generation of urban planners who will play a critical role in boosting housing supply and planning new, safe and sustainable communities across the State. Western Australia continues to lead the nation in driving planning reforms that cut unnecessary red tape to accelerate the delivery of housing across the State – to provide more housing diversity and choice.

PIA NSW will start 2025 strong with diverse key representatives to lead NSW Sub-committees, Regional Branches, Focus working group and Networks. We are pleased to welcome back some on-going convenors and to welcome new leading members in some of these roles joining Sue Weatherley MPIA (Fellow) as President, Rukshan de Silva RPIA Board Director, and Division Committee Members: Juliet Grant RPIA (Fellow) Jenny Rudolph RPIA (Fellow), Paul McFarland RPIA (Fellow), Alejandra Rojas RPIA (Fellow) and Ann-Maree Carruthers MPIA. 🌟 Clare Brown MPIA: Policy & Advocacy Sub-Committee Convenor 🌟 Daniel Cavallo RPIA (Fellow): Education Sub-Committee Convenor 🌟 Norma Shankie-Williams MPIA (Fellow): Local Government Network Convenor 🌟 Sharon Smith RPIA (Fellow): All Regions Convenor 🌟 Linda Rodriguez MPIA: Become a Planner Working Group Convenor 🌟 Rachel Baker PIA (Assoc.): Northern Convenor 🌟 Michael Brewer MPIA: Hunter & Central Coast Convenor 🌟 Jessica McFarlane PIA (Assoc.): Riverina Convenor 🌟 Claire Middleton MPIA (Life Fellow): Southern Convenor 🌟 Natalie Lawrie PIA (Assoc.) & Lauren Daly PIA (Assoc.): Emerging Planners Network Co-Convenors 🌟 Kendell Pesavento MPIA & Deeksha Nathani MPIA: Women in Planning Network Co-Convenors Find out more: https://lnkd.in/g3Mgm7aX

PIA Qld Year in Review 🥁 ... The stats are BIG this year, which reflects the deep commitment of our members and the profound impact of our combined efforts. A HUGE thanks to all 140 member volunteers in Qld who contribute to PIA's continued success. Watch here for a special end of year message from Qld State Manager, Nicole Bennetts RPIA 📽️ https://lnkd.in/ecQqr4wq 🎄 Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you all 🧡

From Burwood Council to Year 9 classrooms! 🏫 Erica L., Assistant Planner at Burwood Council and member of the PIA NSW Emerging Planners Committee ’25, took the Become A Planner campaign on the road last week, volunteering her time to talk to students at St Francis Catholic College.   As part of a ‘speed-careering’ event, Erica sent 20 minutes with small groups of students sharing insights into the diverse and rewarding world of planning, inspiring the students to think about their future career pathways 🚀   🧠 If you’re a planner and also want to help shape young minds, keep an eye out for more opportunities to volunteer in the new year! Head to https://lnkd.in/gqtGEqtP and register your interest. #becomeaplanner

PIA was proud to award a Fellowship to Tasmanian State President Michael Purves MPIA (Fellow) at last Friday's 2024 PIA TAS Celebration of Planning Awards Ceremony in Hobart.   Mick has been at the forefront of significant reform during his impressive career, including being instrumental in developing the inaugural northern regional land use strategy. His passion for planning is undeniable. He is an incredible professional that has given so much of his time to better planning outcomes and to supporting his colleagues.   Mick is an incredible champion for the planning profession and is a very worthy recipient of a Fellowship.   Congratulations Mick!

NEW 2025 Premium Series for Queensland Planners ☣️ Tricky Referrals 🌳 We are excited to announce our 2025 Seminar Series designed to demystify the referral process and tricky triggers for Queensland planners. Under the Planning Act 2016, certain development applications require referrals to government agencies. Whether you’re navigating fish habitats, managing development near heritage sites, or addressing impacts on native vegetation, this series will provide you with valuable insights on how to effectively manage referrals and assessments. Special Offer: Book the full series by 6 February 2025 and get 20% off the full series - 10 seminars for the price of 8! 📚💡 🎟️ https://lnkd.in/gXMjMP8j Introducing our Series Chairperson: Renee Wall RPIA – Director, Wall Planning Group Thank you to our expert Seminar Speakers: Leah Harris MPIA – Principal Planner, Department of Housing, Local Government, Planning & Public Works Ursula McInnes – Principal Consultant, SLR Consulting Nikki Moore – Manager, Impact Assessment and Management, Fisheries Queensland Benjamin Cook – Technical Director, Freshwater Ecology and Queensland Team Leader, Aquatic Environmental Services, SLR Consulting Nicole Prentice RPIA – Director/Principal Planner, Urban Places, Regional Spaces Jeremy Visser – Associate Principal Environmental Consultant, BMT Cliff Schmidt MPIA – Senior Planner, PSA Consulting Darrian Borick – Heritage Program Coordinator, Development Assessment and Archaeology, Department of Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation Luke Pendergast – Heritage Architect, Pendergast Architects Stephen Hayes – Director of Environment, Wolter Consulting Group Medina Handley MPIA (Fellow) – Integrated Planning Coordinator, SEQ Water Katherine Matthews MPIA – Principal Town Planner, Tract Consultants and more!