Join Clare Cousins (Clare Cousins Architects) and Kirsten Stanisich (Richards Stanisich) in Melbourne for the inaugural First and Last event. This new series from Design Speaks invites notable designers and architects to reflect on one of the earliest projects in their career and contrast it with a most recent work.

3 CPD Points

Join Parlour and the ACA in Castlemaine for a special Spring Salon with Lisa Merkesteyn and Rosalie Hastwell, part of the ACA’s Regional Architecture & Future Sustainability weekend.

Celebrate Tasmania’s rich design story and the women who have shaped it – from the intricate Arts and Crafts carvings of Ellen Nora Payne to today’s bold contemporary makers. At the centre of Heartwood is a new commission from Hobart designer-maker Laura McCusker. A bespoke version of her iconic Stand and Deliver coat rack Forest Stand will join the Design Tasmania Wood Collection.

Design and network on the water at Drift Drink Design. Following the success of our inaugural Drift, Drink, Design event in 2023, the DIA ACT Branch is delighted to announce the return of this unique community experience.

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Night School is coming to Sydney this October. Join Sarah-Jane Pyke (Arent and Pyke), Patrick Kennedy (Kennedy Nolan) and Eva-Marie Prineas (Studio Prineas) as they share their insights into the art of high-low design.

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Behind every great design is a web of creative intersections. Crossed Paths brings together designers from different design disciplines to share how they connect and collaborate on commercial work.

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The countdown to the 2032 Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic Games has begun, and with it comes the most ambitious infrastructure investment in Queensland’s history. How can architects leverage this once-in-a-generation opportunity and contribute to great urban design that caters to local and global expectations?

8 CPD Points

Join fellow designers for an inspring evening at the renowned Australian Tapestry Workshop in South Melbourne. This special networking event will feature a guided tour of the facility, including an introduction to ATWs innovative dye lab, followed by a presentation on how ATW collaborates with designers and the unique opportunities available. The evening will conclude with drinks and light refreshments.

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Ever wondered "What does the DIA actually do?" You're not alone, it's our number one FAQ. Sure, you see us running events and CPD sessions, but some of our most important work happens behind the scenes and can go unnoticed until it's personally relevant. Join CEO Jo-Ann Kellock for a free hour-long members only session where she'll pull back the curtain on the vital work that supports Australian designers in their professional practice. This is a great opportunity for members, new and longstanding, to learn about the impact of their membership and how to make the most of member benefits.

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Join us for an insightful breakfast session focused on developing better specification practices for interior designers working on Class 1 residential buildings. In partnership with Natspec, we're developing a practical specification template specifically tailored for small practice interior designers. This session takes a refreshingly honest approach and will inform our specification template.

2 CPD Points

Please join us for the unveiling of the Dulux Colour Forecast 2026. The Dulux Colour Forecast 2026 is expressed through three exciting palettes set to influence interiors in the coming year – the result of extensive global research and colour insights executed by the Dulux Colour Team and will be presented by Andrea Lucena-Orr, Dulux Colour and Communications Manager. 

2 CPD Points

Natural pigments are infused deep into the wood grain, creating gentle, enduring hues without lacquer. The result: timber that is as beautiful as it is resilient, tough enough to walk on and naturally resistant for life. Join us for a few drinks and a love of design. Enjoy a glass of German wine, and be among the first to experience these all-natural finishes; subtle, sophisticated shades from rose to soft turquoise, each retaining the warmth and authenticity of genuine timber.

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Welcome to the Coastal Creatives September Lunch event! Join us at The Savvy Squire Mooloolaba for a fun and inspiring in-person gathering. Connect with fellow creatives and share ideas in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Whether you're a designer, photographer, illustrator, writer, or just someone who works in the creative industries, this event is perfect for you. Come along and be part of a vibrant community of like-minded individuals. Don't miss out on this opportunity to collaborate and have a great time!

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Swinburne’s School of Design and Architecture partnered with the DIA to survey organisations that employ graduate designers in Australia. We asked employers across diverse fields about their expectations and preferences when they are seeking to hire a new graduate designer. In this webinar, we will share key insights from the research including typical recruitment processes, what employers prefer in terms of portfolio formats and content, and their interview expectations when they are seeking graduate designers.

2 CPD Points

Natural pigments are infused deep into the wood grain, creating gentle, enduring hues without lacquer. The result: timber that is as beautiful as it is resilient, tough enough to walk on and naturally resistant for life. Enjoy a glass of German wine, and be among the first to experience these all-natural finishes; subtle, sophisticated shades from rose to soft turquoise, each retaining the warmth and authenticity of genuine timber.

2 CPD Points

Natural pigments are infused deep into the wood grain, creating gentle, enduring hues without lacquer. The result: timber that is as beautiful as it is resilient, tough enough to walk on and naturally resistant for life. Be among the first to experience these all-natural finishes; subtle, sophisticated shades from rose to soft turquoise, each retaining the warmth and authenticity of genuine timber.

2 CPD Points

Join the design community for an exclusive evening at UQ Brisbane City! This event is presented in two parts - come for one or come for both!

4 CPD Points

Join us for a colourful evening of designer networking. Porter's Paints are excited to launch the most beautiful and usable collection of colours in the Australian & New Zealand design scene. This collection will be the only tool needed by the design community. We’ve retained the enduring favourites from our last collection (2015), added the most loved colours from our amazing 40-year colour archives, and our colour experts have created some gorgeous new colours we believe will emerge as future favourites.

2 CPD Points

In an increasingly networked landscape, regional designers have unprecedented access to global conversations, collaborations, and markets. Living and working in regional areas is an opportunity to build design communities grounded in place and connected to the world. Join us for this facilitated panel discussion deep diving into the processes and practices of design leaders, Adelaide Coman (Stanford University - Stanford Ecopreneurship Programs/ D-School) Allan Walker (Numeral - Design Resources) and Charlie Sutton (Head of Design Atlassian) as they share their extensive experience harnessing digital connectivity, cultural exchange, and strategic partnerships with international impact.

IESANZ WA, The Lighting Society, in conjunction with the AIA, DIA and IFA, are thrilled to bring you along for a one-of-a-kind designer night out. Have you ever wondered what challenges the design team face when working on Heritage buildings and Theatres? This is your chance to hear what it takes to complete a project on a grand scale and ask all the questions you might have along the way.

Join Never Not Creative for an essential conversation about mental health and wellbeing in the creative industries. This session will explore the unique pressures facing creative professionals and share actionable insights from groundbreaking research.

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It’s that time again! Join us for w/peers in collaboration with YEWA, EPWA and DIA, back to the traditional Lot20. Our w/peers series is all about community. We love getting together regularly to get connected and stay connected. Invite your friends and colleagues - all are welcome!

Join us at Stylecraft as we celebrate and announce our 2025 Graduate of the Year Award (GOTYA) winners!

The GOTYA program, the Design Institute of Australia's flagship initiative for emerging designers, plays a crucial role in providing vital, real-life feedback from experienced designers and industry figures to tertiary institutions and design graduates.

Join us at Stylecraft as we celebrate and announce our 2025 Graduate of the Year Award (GOTYA) winners!

The GOTYA program, the Design Institute of Australia's flagship initiative for emerging designers, plays a crucial role in providing vital, real-life feedback from experienced designers and industry figures to tertiary institutions and design graduates.

Join us at Stylecraft as we celebrate and announce our 2025 Graduate of the Year Award (GOTYA) winners!

The GOTYA program, the Design Institute of Australia's flagship initiative for emerging designers, plays a crucial role in providing vital, real-life feedback from experienced designers and industry figures to tertiary institutions and design graduates.

Why do we need designers on board. How do we get design / design professional voices on to boards / governments / committees, and what tools might we need as designers to gain those positions? Design shapes every aspect of our daily lives, yet designers remain underrepresented in the boardrooms and committees that make critical decisions affecting our communities, businesses, and society. This one hour webinar brings together three exceptional leaders to explore why we urgently need design voices in governance and how design professionals can strategically position themselves for board appointments.

2 CPD Points

Join us at Stylecraft as we celebrate and announce our 2025 Graduate of the Year Award (GOTYA) winners!

The GOTYA program, the Design Institute of Australia's flagship initiative for emerging designers, plays a crucial role in providing vital, real-life feedback from experienced designers and industry figures to tertiary institutions and design graduates.

Join us at Stylecraft as we celebrate and announce our 2025 Graduate of the Year Award (GOTYA) winners!

The GOTYA program, the Design Institute of Australia's flagship initiative for emerging designers, plays a crucial role in providing vital, real-life feedback from experienced designers and industry figures to tertiary institutions and design graduates.

Join us at Ciao Papi for dinner and design community! The DIA is delighted to be hosting a networking dinner for QLD designers. This intimate gathering offers the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow creatives, share insights, and build meaningful professional relationships in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.

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Are you an interior designer working in Tasmania? Don't let legal compliance catch you off guard. Join us for this essential professional development session where we'll demystify the Tasmanian Building Act 2016 and its impact on your practice.

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