Upcoming Events
The Australian Institute of Landscape Architects (AILA), Engineers Australia (EA) and Stormwater Queensland (SQ) are hosting the first event of a new annual event series on 9 August 2023. The event aims to bring professionals involved in blue, green and grey infrastructure design, traditional owners, policy makers and others together to achieve the best economic, environmental, and social outcomes for South East Queensland (SEQ) communities.
Bringing the Blue, Green and Grey Together will discuss how to drive a multidisciplinary and intercultural approach to water sensitive urban design (WSUD), focusing on collaboration between design professionals and traditional owners in projects ranging from the development precinct to infrastructure asset scale. An enduring output of the event series will be an industry white paper presenting barriers to the above and practical actions and solutions for consideration by decision makers and stakeholders, including local governments and state government departments.
Bioretention systems (also called biofiltration systems, biofilters, bioretention basins, bioretention systems, bioswales and raingardens) are one of the most commonly applies asset types to assist urban areas in Queensland and elsewhere to be more ‘water sensitive’.
In this webinar, Logan City Council’s WSUD Technical Officer, Jonas Larsen will explain, in true multidisciplinary fashion, the usefulness of ecological theory and other biological processes in improving the establishment and performance of bioretention systems.
This webinar will include a short (approximately 20-minute) presentation, followed by Q&A with attendees. Proof of CPD can be provided to attendees upon request.
Stormwater Queensland Committee nominations are now open and will close at 11.00 am on Wednesday, 20th September 2023 for the 2023 Annual General Meeting, which will be held on Wednesday, 4th October 2023 from 11.00 am to 11.30 am via Zoom.
All financial members of Stormwater Queensland are invited to nominate for either a position on the Executive Committee or as an Ordinary Committee member for the 2023-2024 year. Stormwater Queensland is seeking committee members who are eager and enthusiastic to advance the stormwater industry and who want to play an active role in setting the direction of the Association and its activities. Participation on the committee is also of personal benefit, providing professional development and networking opportunities. Learn more and download AGM documentation here.
Stormwater Queensland warmly invites you to register now for this fully catered, interactive whole day event – Green and Blue by ’32, hosted by Queensland Water Modelling Network. This event will help shape thinking, catalyse learning, and foster new connections and collaborations that build momentum towards a green and blue legacy for SEQ after the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Bringing together the energy of the Australian Rivers Institute, Queensland Water Modelling Network, the River Basin Management Society, Stormwater Queensland and the Moreton Bay Foundation and is supported by the broader Green and Blue by ’32 partners, to build a set of visions and pathways for focusing, accelerating and scaling up momentum and work to restore catchments and waterways across SEQ. Learn more and register here.
Save the Date for the 2023 IECA Australasia Conference 1 – 3 November, 2023 at Noosa. This conference will feature regional training, an expo hall to catch up on the latest in erosion control and stormwater management products and networking opportunities for industry professionals. Hosted by IECA Australasia, with Stormwater Queensland as a supporting partner, the conference will be a key industry event in the region.
– See you all tonight 6:30pm @ the Barrel Hall, Felons –
Calling all stormwater professionals, engineers, researchers, and enthusiasts! You are cordially invited to a captivating evening of networking at our New Year, New Beginnings 2024 casual drinks event. Connect with like-minded individuals from the stormwater industry, exchange ideas, and forge new collaborations.
In particular, we welcome early career professionals to join us and seize the opportunity to network, connect, and learn from experienced stormwater gurus.
Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to mingle with industry leaders, make lasting connections, and advance your career in stormwater management.
A bar tab for non-alcoholic drinks will be provided.
The event is proudly sponsored by TRUE GRID.
Tickets Available through Humanitix
This workshop, presented by Dr André Taylor and hosted by Stormwater Queensland, will explore some principles and concepts of leadership that are relevant to the Queensland stormwater industry’s collective capacity to exert influence, drive positive change and deliver sustainable outcomes (e.g. water sensitive cities). These principles and concepts originate from leadership theory, research findings and case studies of institutional change in the water sector.
This workshop will identify a set of practical actions that all workshop participants could take to build the collective leadership capacity of the Queensland stormwater industry.
It has been developed for people who work in the Queensland stormwater industry who would like to collaborate to improve our collective capacity to initiate and drive change, and for those professionals who want to build their individual leadership capacity, and learn about some fundamental leadership principles and concepts.
The workshop will include four (4) technical presentations, each followed by applied group exercises, with an opportunity for networking at the conclusion of the academic work.
Discover: actionable solutions to combat urban heat and preserve vital green spaces
Engage: with experts in Urban Planning, Sustainability, Healthcare, Environmental Science, and Local Government
Explore: the latest research and trends in green infrastructure
Learn: how sustainable urban planning not only enhances the quality of life but also contributes to the economic well-being of communities
Takeaway: innovative strategies and proven methodologies for creating resilient and sustainable cities
For more details please visit https://events.humanitix.com/where-shade-hits-the-pavement-brisbane
Price$171 – $245 AUD
Please note that this event is not affiliated with Stormwater Queensland
QLD BIOURBANISM and Breakfast
The extent and consequences of humanity’s impacts on the planet are now well understood and increasingly recognisable. This has driven some to propose that the planet is entering a new epoch in its geological history called the Anthropocene – a point in time where most wild places have been substantially modified which has driven substantial changes to natural systems including the climate. (Image above courtesy of McGregor Coxall)
Biourbanism is an interdisciplinary concept founded on ecological sciences, landscape architecture, and urban design theory. It asserts that cities must be considered part of nature in order to address the extent and consequences of human impact on the planet. The Biourbanism model comprises ten systems, 5 bio and 5 urban, allowing professionals to identify ways to improve the resilience of cities and places to extreme weather events driven by climate change while delivering economic, environmental, and social benefits for communities.
Hosted by the Australian Institute of Landscape Architects (AILA), Engineers Australia (EA), the Planning Institute of Australia (PIA), and Stormwater Queensland (SQ), this event will provide an overview of the Biourbanism model and discussion on its relevance for Southeast Queensland cities. It will include the following:
- Light breakfast, tea, coffee and networking
- A seminar presentation on biourbanism from Adrian McGregor. Adrian is the founder of McGregor Coxall, Adjunct Professor at UC and author of the recently released Biourbanism book that provides city planners, leaders, and other stakeholders with practice-relevant guidance for planning prosperous cities and places that are resilient to the impacts of climate change.
- A panel discussion facilitated by AILA Queensland President, Tessa Leggo, with expert designers, engineers, planners and scientists with audience questions and answers. Check out who’s on the panel & their bios below.
The event is relevant for professionals interested or involved in city planning for resilience and future prosperity including, but not limited to, the following.
- Landscape architects;
- Engineers;
- Ecologists;
- Planners;
- Stormwater professionals;
- Executive leaders of government;
- Politicians.
Tickets are strictly limited, so register now to secure your spot.
Tickets are available through AILA https://www.aila.org.au/EventRegistration?EventKey=Q4C13
Registration
| Type | Details | Price |
| Early Bird | Early bird price – limited spots available. | $60 |
| Regular pricing | $70 |
***** Please note early bird tickets are now sold out *****
Hosting Partners
Event Partner
Speakers
Adrian McGregor
Adrian McGregor is a landscape architect, biourbanist and Adjunct Professor at the University of Canberra – Faculty of Arts and Design. He is the founder and Chief Design Officer of McGregor Coxall, an interdisciplinary design firm located in Australia and the UK dedicated to assisting cities achieve resilient prosperity. Selected as one of Sydney’s ‘100 Most Creative People’ and recipient of the Prime Minister of Australia’s Urban Design award, he has designed new cities, lectured, and delivered award-winning projects across the world.
Greg Kitson
Greg is Wakka Wakka, a qualified and practicing regional and town planner (UQ Hons), completing his PhD through the Cities Research Institute at Grifith University and currently working as a consultant specialising in Indigenous Community Planning, including planning with Country.
Abel Immaraj
Abel has a deep understanding of the water sector through diverse professional and practical experience over 30 years in governance, executive, operational and audit roles. Abel’s contribution to the water sector and wider engineering industry has been recognised by multiple industry awards including the Australian Water Association Queensland Water Professional of the Year 2021 and the Engineers Australia Queensland Professional Engineer of the Year 2022. Abel is a Chartered Engineer and has a MSc (Engineering) in Groundwater Hydrology and Modelling, and a Post Graduate Diploma in Hydraulic Engineering.
Kim Markwell
Kim is an environmental scientist with a passion for integrating nature and water into built environments to protect and enhance ecological systems as well as create vibrant, liveable and sustainable communities. She has been working as a consultant for over 16 years specifically on the integrated planning and design of green infrastructure, WSUD and waterways. Kim has worked closely with clients across Australia in the development of holistic strategies, policies and designs for green infrastructure including waterway corridors, stormwater treatment devices, parks and street trees to drive co-investment and delivery of multiple outcomes from these important assets.
Jaime Traspaderne
Jaime Traspaderne is a passionate urban designer with the ambition to create more resilience, liveable and nature based urban environments. He is a RIBA registered Architect and Urban Designer at Arup. He is currently leading the Urban Design and Masterplanning team in Queensland. Jaime has significant experience leading visioning and masterplanning teams on complex development projects. Jaime’s works extends from Europe to Middle East and Australia, working in projects such as the 2022 FIFA World Cup™ Qatar, the new capital for Indonesia and Brisbane Metro. Jaime is a collaborator and guest lecturer at the Queensland University of Technology, The University of Queensland and Bond University.
Event contact
email@aila.org.au
Following on from this year’s successful franc.sydney conference held in March 2023, the Organising Committee invites you to participate in franc.sydney 2024, Charting the Future from Past Lessons, to be held at CommBank Stadium on Wednesday 17 and Thursday 18 April, 2024.
franc.sydney is all about connecting like-minded professionals who are committed to creating a more sustainable world. Our sponsors make us stronger by adding their voice, helping us to push back against vested interest, bringing balance back to the policy discussion. Through the support of our sponsors, this networked community will have greater influence over how urban stormwater and our waterways are managed, helping our society towards a better, more sustainable and, ultimately, more rational future.
There are a range of ways that our sponsors can get involved in franc.sydney. From running workshops, exhibiting, hosting breakfast sessions or pre/post conference social gatherings, to offering meditation sessions or branded collateral. We have put together some options, however we are open to suggestions and ideas that you may have that will best align with your business. Learn more about the franc.sydney initiative here. To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, click here.
