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What’s on in Australia

PlanTech Webinar Series

Spatial Information - Recorded 3 November 2021
Recording now available online

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Policy

Climate-Conscious Planning Systems

Read PIA's updated climate change policies Updated position & new discussion papers

We are feeling the impacts of climate change now. A changing climate is impacting life in Australia and around the world. That's why PIA has declared a climate emergency, joined zero-net carbon commitments and supported calls for a Climate Change Bill.
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Pathway to Lead

We're launching a new, interactive training and coaching program this May! 

Designed for ambitious consultants with 7 – 10 years’ experience who are at an inflection point in their career, the program looks beyond technical knowledge. Instead, we dive into the knowledge and mindset that consultants need to successfully transition from capable doer and into leading change in our vibrant, sustainable and equitable cities.

Join us for a FREE information session on 23 April to find out if this is the program for you. 

Are you looking for a new role?

Check out all the exciting opportunities available in our employment directory!

 

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What’s on in Australian Capital Territory

ACT PLANET Guide

Discover a range of course topics delivered digitally to keep your CPD and skills up to date. 

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2024 ACT | Autumn Sun-downer on the lake

Please join the planning community at Snapper and Co on the Lake for casual drinks and snacks - dogs and kids welcome and registration is free, it's always a good time to network, join PIA ACT Division Committee!

 
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Pathway to Lead

We're launching a new, interactive training and coaching program this May! 

Designed for ambitious consultants with 7 – 10 years’ experience who are at an inflection point in their career, the program looks beyond technical knowledge. Instead, we dive into the knowledge and mindset that consultants need to successfully transition from capable doer and into leading change in our vibrant, sustainable and equitable cities.

Join us for a FREE information session on 23 April to find out if this is the program for you. 

2024 ACT international Women's Day Breakfast

Take a look at the PIA ACT International Women's Day Breakfast event photos.

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What’s on in New South Wales

PLANET Guide Now Available!

Discover the range of courses available in the PIA NSW 2024 PLANET program

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PIA NSW Advocacy

PIA NSW have just lodged a submission to the Parliamentary Inquiry into the Development of the Transport Oriented Development (TOD) Program.

In line with our Position Statement ‘The Role of Planning in Housing’ PIA NSW supports the intent of the TOD Program to increase housing density in places well served by public transport.
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Pathway to Lead

We're launching a new, interactive training and coaching program this May! 

Designed for ambitious consultants with 7 – 10 years’ experience who are at an inflection point in their career, the program looks beyond technical knowledge. Instead, we dive into the knowledge and mindset that consultants need to successfully transition from capable doer and into leading change in our vibrant, sustainable and equitable cities.

Join us for a FREE information session on 23 April to find out if this is the program for you. 

Calling for Abstracts - PIA NSW State Conference

Wollongong on Dharawal Country - 18- 20th September 2024 - call for abstracts now open until 22 April 2024 - 👉 Find out more

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What’s on in Northern Territory

UPCOMING EVENTS

Click here to see all events available for Northern Territory.

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2024 PLANET Course Guide

ALL NEW - PLANET program course guide containing all of this year's courses.

Half day and full day courses, online. Small groups to maximise your learning.

 

 

 
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Pathway to Lead

We're launching a new, interactive training and coaching program this May! 

Designed for ambitious consultants with 7 – 10 years’ experience who are at an inflection point in their career, the program looks beyond technical knowledge. Instead, we dive into the knowledge and mindset that consultants need to successfully transition from capable doer and into leading change in our vibrant, sustainable and equitable cities.

Join us for a FREE information session on 23 April to find out if this is the program for you. 

Stay up to date

If you'd like to subscribe please email nt@planning.org.au with your name, organistaion and email address or fill in the form.

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What’s on in Queensland

2024 Qld State Conference

Join us on K'gari (formerly Fraser Island) | 4-6 September 2024

Save the date! Registrations opening soon.

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2024 PLANET Course guide

ALL NEW - PLANET program course guide containing all of this year's courses.

Half day and full day courses, online and in-person. Small groups to maximise your learning

 

 

 
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Pathway to Lead

We're launching a new, interactive training and coaching program this May! 

Designed for ambitious consultants with 7 – 10 years’ experience who are at an inflection point in their career, the program looks beyond technical knowledge. Instead, we dive into the knowledge and mindset that consultants need to successfully transition from capable doer and into leading change in our vibrant, sustainable and equitable cities.

Join us for a FREE information session on 23 April to find out if this is the program for you. 

Planning for Extreme Heat

View our Practice note 3 part series covering: Understanding Heat Hazard; Role of Planning in Mitigating Heat Risk; Case studies and further information

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What’s on in South Australia

Upcoming Events!

Check out our upcoming events and book in now! 

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'On the Couch' - Breakfast with Minister for Planning, Hon Nick Champion MP

3 May 2024

We are delighted the Hon Nick Champion MP, Minister for Planning will join us again for our annual On the Couch breakfast at the Adelaide Pavilion.

Register now!

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Pathway to Lead

We're launching a new, interactive training and coaching program this May! 

Designed for ambitious consultants with 7 – 10 years’ experience who are at an inflection point in their career, the program looks beyond technical knowledge. Instead, we dive into the knowledge and mindset that consultants need to successfully transition from capable doer and into leading change in our vibrant, sustainable and equitable cities.

Join us for a FREE information session on 23 April to find out if this is the program for you. 

PIA SA PLANET Course Guide

See our 2024 PIA PLANET Course Guide for South Australia!

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What’s on in Tasmania

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Tasmanian Young Planners Catch-Up

Join the Tasmanian Young Planners and Tasmanian University Planning Society for an informal drink and catch-up!

We are meeting at The Metz, Sandy Bay, from 5 pm onwards, on Wednesday, 17 April. We hope to see some familiar YP faces, and encourage planning students and new young planners who have moved to Tasmania to come along!
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Pathway to Lead

We're launching a new, interactive training and coaching program this May! 

Designed for ambitious consultants with 7 – 10 years’ experience who are at an inflection point in their career, the program looks beyond technical knowledge. Instead, we dive into the knowledge and mindset that consultants need to successfully transition from capable doer and into leading change in our vibrant, sustainable and equitable cities.

Join us for a FREE information session on 23 April to find out if this is the program for you. 

2024 PIA PLANET Program Release out now!

The 2024 PIA PLANET Program has now been released. 

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What’s on in Victoria

2024 PLANET courses now open for registrations!

Register now!

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PIA VIC Briefing: Tracking the development of high-density housing against public transport provision

REGISTER NOW! REGISTER NOW!

We’ll describe how we’ve tracked the development of apartments against public transport service provision of a 19 year period from 2003 to 2022.
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Pathway to Lead

We're launching a new, interactive training and coaching program this May! 

Designed for ambitious consultants with 7 – 10 years’ experience who are at an inflection point in their career, the program looks beyond technical knowledge. Instead, we dive into the knowledge and mindset that consultants need to successfully transition from capable doer and into leading change in our vibrant, sustainable and equitable cities.

Join us for a FREE information session on 23 April to find out if this is the program for you. 

Register now!

Members $185 | Non-PIA members $235

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What’s on in Western Australia

PIA WA State Conference

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Careers

Shortage of Planners Survey Results

Survey Results Survey Results

PIA WA conducted a survey of employers in December 2023 to quantify the scale of the shortage of planners and the need for planning graduates in WA.  The survey report shows numerous employment opportunities are available now and into the future, with high vacancies and high anticipated future needs. 
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Pathway to Lead

We're launching a new, interactive training and coaching program this May! 

Designed for ambitious consultants with 7 – 10 years’ experience who are at an inflection point in their career, the program looks beyond technical knowledge. Instead, we dive into the knowledge and mindset that consultants need to successfully transition from capable doer and into leading change in our vibrant, sustainable and equitable cities.

Join us for a FREE information session on 23 April to find out if this is the program for you. 

PIA WA Young Planners Summit

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News

  • Awards
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AUDA Winners Announced
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  • CAMPAIGN
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Planners in Australia: State of the Profession Report

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  • CLIMATE
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Achieving net zero emissions

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  • HOUSING
  • NAT
Planning for the housing we need

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If you're professional planning career has progressed and may be eligible to move membership grades.

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