Latest NZRAB News

• Schedule NZ Consultation Feedback28 July 2025

  Now that the various Schedule NZ consultation meetings have concluded, here is a summary of the feedback from the in-person meetings held in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch. We’ve also formulated a FAQs Sheet to address some of the professional concerns raised during the engagement process.

  In terms of ‘what’s next’, here’s a breakdown of the project timeline — noting these dates are subject to change:

  August 2025 — Writing Draft Schedule NZ Explanatory Notes (SNZ—ENs)
  September 2025 — Reviewing Draft SNZ—ENs
  October 2025 — Draft SNZ—ENs presented to NZRAB Board for approval
  November 2025 — Draft SNZ—ENs published

  Your views are important and it’s not too late to have your say. The written submission deadline has been extended to 29 August 2025. Additional feedback and any other queries regarding the Schedule NZ document should be emailed to info@nzrab.org.nz with ‘Schedule NZ’ in the subject line.

• Commonwealth Association of Architects (CAA) Youth Survey3 July 2025

  CAA Youth Survey of architecture students, graduates & early-career professionals now open until 31 July 2025.

  Over 500 responses received to date — there is still time to make your voice heard!

  The Commonwealth Association of Architects (CAA) is pleased to announce that, due to strong engagement and widespread interest, the Youth Survey deadline has been extended by one month. The survey will now remain open until 31 July 2025.

  To date, the survey has received over 500 responses from young architects, students, and emerging professionals across the Commonwealth — reflecting a rich diversity of perspectives from every region. In response to requests for more time and to ensure even broader participation, the CAA is offering this extended window to capture as many voices as possible.

  The CAA Youth Survey seeks to gather insights on the experiences, aspirations, and challenges facing the next generation of architects. These contributions will help shape future policy, education, and training across the Commonwealth’s architectural profession.

  “We are deeply encouraged by the level of engagement so far,” said Hugo Chan, Youth Representative of the CAA. “Extending the deadline allows us to hear from even more young professionals and students, ensuring their ideas and concerns are reflected in the strategies shaping the future of architecture.”

  The responses will be compiled into a report that will inform institutions, policymakers, and professional bodies on how to better support and empower emerging voices in architecture — particularly in the face of shared global challenges such as urbanisation, climate resilience, and equitable development.

  The CAA encourages all eligible participants to take part and to share the survey widely within their networks.

  For further information, please contact Hugo Chan.

• APEC Architect2 July 2025

  Have you considered becoming an APEC Architect?
  
  The APEC Architects' Project facilitates international recognition and mobility within the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) region.
  
  Becoming an APEC Architect streamlines registration in participating economies and increases opportunities for practice and collaboration across borders.
  
  Participating economies include — Australia, Canada, China, Hong Kong, Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, Philippines, Singapore, Chinese Taipei, Thailand, and the United States of America.
  
  This may suit New Zealand architects seeking to expand their practice and professional reach within the Asia-Pacific region.
  
  For further information, email info@nzrab.org.nz.