Managing and sustaining an architecture practice in regional Australia brings a distinct mix of opportunities and challenges. Join the ACA on Monday 30 March for an insightful CPD webinar exploring what it takes to run a successful small practice beyond the city.
Facilitated by Michel Greenhalgh, Chair of the ACA Regional Working Group and Director at MCG Architects (Bunbury, WA), this session brings together practice leaders from across Australia. Together with Michel, our speakers will share firsthand experiences of establishing their studios, building strong client bases, and growing meaningful work within regional communities.
Hear from Mike Sneyd (EKD Architects, Broome/Kununurra WA), Kristina Soggee (Livingstone Studios, Clare SA) and Mark Kennedy (Counterpoint, Townsville Qld) as they reflect on the decisions that shaped their practices and the strategies that have supported long‑term viability.
The conversation will delve into current challenges – including workforce attraction and retention, navigating distance and risk, and responding to shifting market conditions. Speakers will also look ahead, discussing sustainability, succession and exit planning, and the lessons learned along the way.
This webinar offers an honest, practical discussion for architects considering regional practice or already working within it, providing valuable insights into building a resilient and rewarding regional studio.
WHERE & WHEN
Live online. Recording available.
1pm AEDT Monday 30 March 2026
(WA 10–11am, NT 11.30am–12.30pm, Qld 12–1pm, SA 12.30–1.30pm, ACT, NSW, Tas & Vic 1–2pm)
COST
Members $30 incl GST
Non-members $60 incl GST
*One ticket per person. *All ticket holders will receive the recording registration link after the webinar.
CPD
Completion of this 1 hour webinar and submission of the self-checked assessment task will deliver 1 formal CPD point.
Learning outcomes – An essential roundup of practical insights into establishing, growing and sustaining an architecture practice in regional Australia, including managing clients, workforce challenges, financial viability, risk, succession and exit planning.
Units of Competency and Performance Criteria (NSCA 2021) – Practice Management & Professional Conduct – PC 1, PC 2, PC 3
APBSA & ABWA Core Area - Practice Management
The webinar will include time for Q&A and a CPD assessment task. Certificates will be provided following participation in the full webinar and online submission of answers to CPD questions.
CONTACT
For any questions, please contact Katherine Ygosse webinars@aca.org.au.
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