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23 Jul 2026 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Online Series PIA PlanTech Briefing: Modelling and Digital Twins – Tools for forecasting and scenarios Planning is inherently about the future, and modelling is one of the key ways we test what different futures might look like. This briefing provides an accessible introduction to the guiding principles behind modelling, scenarios and digita.... Final Day for Registrations!
30 Jul 2026 10:30 am - 12:30 pm Online Regular Event NSW Planning essentials in practice \| Know the Cultural Landscape – Understanding Aboriginal Heritage Pathways Drawing on decades of experience from Biosis cultural heritage consultants, the session will use real-world case studies to explore how Aboriginal heritage considerations can be integrated into planning and design processes, reducing uncert.... Registration closing in 6 day/s Registration nearly full
31 Jul 2026 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Fortitude Valley Regular Event PIA75: Then. Now. Next. Celebrate 75 years of planning, connection and impact at PIA75: Then. Now. Next. — a special EOFY cocktail event marking the Planning Institute of Australia’s diamond milestone. Final Day for Registrations!

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24 Jul 2026 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Toowoomba City Networking or Social Around the Table: Planner Catchup Series - Toowoomba Pull up a chair! Around the Table is heading to Toowoomba to connect planners from across the region in a relaxed and welcoming setting.
28 Jul 2026 9:00 am Sydney Conference Affordable Housing Australasia Conference 2026 Newly appointed Senior Executive Policy and Advocacy Jo McClellan MPIA will be presenting at this event shaping the next chapter of Housing, turning pipeline into delivery on 28-29 July, 2026 in Sydney. Registrations are closed.
31 Jul 2026 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Melbourne Regular Event PIA VIC Emerging Planners Summit 2026 The PIA Victoria Emerging Planners Summit will bring together planning students, recent graduates and early-career planners from across Melbourne and Victoria for a full day of learning, connection and future-focused discussion. Registration closing in 5 day/s

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24 Jul 2026 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Toowoomba City Networking or Social Around the Table: Planner Catchup Series - Toowoomba Pull up a chair! Around the Table is heading to Toowoomba to connect planners from across the region in a relaxed and welcoming setting.
28 Jul 2026 9:00 am Sydney Conference Affordable Housing Australasia Conference 2026 Newly appointed Senior Executive Policy and Advocacy Jo McClellan MPIA will be presenting at this event shaping the next chapter of Housing, turning pipeline into delivery on 28-29 July, 2026 in Sydney. Registrations are closed.
28 Jul 2026 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Online PLANET training PLANET VIC \| Aboriginal Cultural Heritage- An overview of requirements and responsibilities for planners working in LGA The Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006 (the Act) and the Aboriginal Heritage Regulations 2018 prescribes mechanisms and protections for Aboriginal cultural heritage relevant to local government authorities. The course will provide planners with a.... Registration closing in 6 day/s

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22 Jul

Built on Planning | National

Greater Adelaide Regional Plan

Like many Australian cities, Adelaide is set for rapid growth over the next three decades, with its population expected to soar by almost 50 per cent by 2051.

22 Jul

National | On the Advocacy Front

On the Advocacy Front - 22 July 2026

Your regular snapshot of PIA's advocacy work on behalf of Australian planners. 22 July 2026.

PIA welcomes national leadership on AI Infrastructure

15 Jul

Media Release | Planning and Assessment Systems | National

PIA welcomes national leadership on AI Infrastructure

The Planning Institute of Australia (PIA) has welcomed the Australian Government's announcement of national standards for AI infrastructure, saying it is an important step towards ensuring Australia can capture the economic opportunities of AI

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21/07/2026

VIC | PIA Victoria Election Platform 2026

PIA's vision is for a fair, climate-responsive Victoria with more homes and better communities with the infrastructure, services and amenity every postcode deserves.

25/06/2026

NSW | Submission Targeted Assessment & Complying Development Variations

PIA supports streamlined, risk-based planning pathways

25/06/2026

National | Enabling More Homes through Better Planning

PIA submission to Productivity Commission Inquiry into Housing Supply Regulation

09/06/2026

National | OpEd - Auckland isn’t a simple story of blanket upzoning

Auckland's housing delivery was enabled by long-term strategic planning, according to a new Planning Institute of Australia (PIA) paper examining one of the most frequently cited housing case studies in Australasia.

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