From influencing federal government reviews to securing major policy wins, read what our team had to say about the milestones achieved for Consult Australia members in 2024.
“Persistence has certainly been a theme of our advocacy efforts this year. At the federal level, we have ensured member input into the national competition policy review. We are playing the ‘long game’ here, and this review is the best chance we’ve had in years to address misleading and deceptive conduct provisions. Our persistence also led to procurement simplifications and liability changes in Queensland, proving the power of sustained advocacy.”
Kristy Eulenstein, Head of Policy and Government Relations
“Our People and HR Roundtable sparked important conversations on industrial relations, reconciliation and workplace wellbeing, and helped our members navigate a complex and challenging business environment. Our Liability and Contracts Roundtable tackled complex regulatory and procurement challenges head-on with in-person sessions with legal representatives from across the construction sector to collaboratively untangle issues that often complicate joint projects.”
Kristine Banks, National Policy Manager
“In Western Australia, we’ve consolidated our position as the industry’s go-to stakeholder for conversations with government about procurement. This is evident in our pivotal role with the multi-billion-dollar Westport project and DevelopmentWA’s commitment to exclusive executive roundtables with Consult Australia members. I’m proud that we are recognised for fostering relationships and driving solutions.”
Emma Thunder, WA Manager
“Our long-term efforts to articulate the impacts of the proposed NSW Practice Standard for Professional Engineers continue to move us closer to the position we began advocating for in 2021. We were also invited to be part of working group established to pioneer the adoption of the Construction Industry Culture Taskforce Culture Standard in the ACT to promote industry diversity and wellbeing.”
Alison Kirk, NSW & ACT Manager
"Our engagement with ministers and departments in Victoria and Tasmania strengthened our standing as a trusted advisor this year. From infrastructure updates to contract consultations, our efforts continue to deliver better outcomes for members. A highlight this year was Consult Australia’s invitation to provide feedback on the Tasmanian Government’s latest contract suite—underscoring our pivotal role as the industry’s voice on procurement.”
Mark Rogers, Victoria &Tasmania Manager
“In South Australia, we secured liability safeguards for consultants that will make a difference to our members’ businesses. In the Northern Territory, we’ve built unprecedented relationships with the new government and industry stakeholders, which includes regular meetings with senior ministers – a breakthrough for industry collaboration. And in relation to our increased investment in the defence sector, our Defence Roundtable has more members, greater diversity and expertise which will assist our quarterly meetings with Defence’s Security and Estate Group”
Matt Williams, SA, NT & Defence Manager
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