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ALDE Conference 2024 – Call for Abstracts

Published: 28 October 2023
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Your Expertise Deserves the Spotlight:
Submit Your Abstract Now for ALDE 2024!

Are you ready to be a part of the only Conference focusing on the land development sector, being held in 2024?

On behalf of the Association of Land Development Engineers (ALDE) we would like to invite you and your colleagues to participate in the ALDE 2024 Conference, where innovation, research and collaboration converge to shape the future of land development.

The Call for Conference Presentations is now available and will close on Thursday, 30 November 2023.

The theme for the Conference is ‘Connecting the Pieces: Crafting the Future of Land Development’.

This theme highlights the intricate nature of land development projects and the various components that need to come together seamlessly for successful outcomes. Just like assembling a puzzle, the land development team must skilfully connect different aspects such as infrastructure, environmental sustainability, urban planning, and regulatory compliance.

The Conference is set to explore the challenges and innovative solutions that we all employ to create liveable communities. For more information, visit our website via the link below.

https://gems.eventsair.com/alde-2024/

Abstract Submission Guidelines

Abstracts are being sought in the following Conference streams:

  • Effective Site Management
  • Smart Software Use
  • Collaboration with Land Development
  • Innovative Design

Presentation Type

The ALDE 2024 Conference will feature concurrent presentations of 25 minutes duration with an additional 5 minutes allocated for questions.

The following guidelines apply for the submission of abstracts for all concurrent presentations.

All abstracts must be submitted via the online Abstract Submission Portal.
In total, abstracts should be no more than 400 words in length. Abstracts exceeding this limit will not be considered.
Submissions must include a biography of the presenter/s of up to 200 words. Submissions not including a biography of the presenter will not be considered.

A complete guideline to submitting your Conference abstract can be found by clicking on the link below:

https://gems.eventsair.com/alde-2024/call-for-abstracts

Update from MRWA on the Professional Engineers Registration Act 2019 – Victoria

Published: 26 September 2022
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ALDE has received an update from the Melbourne Retail Water Agencies (MRWA) for guidance on how the Registration of Engineers Act will be administered in an engineering design and construction framework.

‘The MRWA have sought legal advice regarding the Professional Engineers Registration Act 2019.

Taking into consideration the legal advice, the MRWA are endeavouring to obtain a consistent approach on how the Act will impact the current interface between the accredited consultant and the MRWA.

While this work continues, it has been agreed the MRWA will not require Accredited Design ‘Checkers’ to be Registered Engineers. Notwithstanding the MRWA position on this issue, compliance with the Act rests with individual companies.

The MRWA do not consider the MRWA (WSAA) Codes to be Prescribed Standards. On this basis, designs being completed by consultants for the MRWAs are considered to be Professional Engineering Services and will require the involvement of a Registered Engineer in accordance with the Professional Engineers Registration Act 2019.

The MRWA  look forward to working with ALDE and your members to determine the best way to provide assurance of suitable Registered Engineer involvement in designs (for example, through the ARCUS system or a drawing sign-off process).

Note that it is still the responsibility of each entity submitting designs to ensure compliance with Professional Engineers Registration Act 2019 on or by 1 October 2022. ”

The MRWA represents Yarra Valley Water, South East Water & Greater Western Water.

For further information, please contact the ALDE Executive team.

 

The Conduit Newsletter

Published: 23 June 2022
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The Conduit Newsletter is ALDE’s monthly E News publication sent in the third week of the month.

The newsletter features a round up of Victorian land development industry news, ALDE events, technical and authority updates.

Stay in touch with your industry and subscribe to The Conduit E Newsletter today!

Archive                Topics covered

Vol. 23  August 2023    President’s Address (AGM and Board Nominations) Upcoming Annual General Meeting, Wear It Purple Day,   ALDE Excellence Awards 2023 – Judging to Commence So Book Your Tickets, YEiLD Electrical Technical Event,  Upcoming Member Forum No.185,  ALDE Membership Renewals, IPWEA Vic Stormwater Management Foundations Course, Advocacy Updates – New Gas Connections Restricted, Water Industry Liaison Committee (WILC) Update,  Melbourne Water Update -Performance Feedback Survey & Urban Planning and Development Strategic Collaboration Group,  Main Drainage Subcommittee Update, Golbourn Valley Water Update, Greater Western Water Dispensation Forms Industry Notice, Get Involved in the Diversity & Inclusion Subcommittee, ALDE Member Events for 2023.

Vol. 22  July 2023    President’s Address (collaboration and partnerships with associate members) NAIDOC WEEK, Member Forum No. 184 (General Member Presentation, Reinforced Concrete Pipes Australia Presentation, Concrete Pipe Association of Australia Presentation, 12 & ALDE Self Paced Online Training Course Presentation,)   ALDE Excellence Awards 2023 – Applications Open, ALDE Membership Renewals, Stormwater Victoria Erosion & Sediment Control Webinar,  IPWEA Stormwater Management Foundations Course, Advocacy Updates – Safety & Environment Subcommittee Update On Worksafe Foundations for Safety Victoria,  Melbourne Water Update -Performance Feedback Survey & Urban Planning and Development Strategic Collaboration Group,  Melbourne Retail Water Agencies ARCUS Feedback, South East Water Update- New Accreditation & Revised Consultant Deed & New Customer Contributions, Greater Western Water Dispensation Forms Industry Notice, Yarra Valley Water Land Development Newsletter, Victorian Planning Authority Leadership Update and Protected Species found in Melbourne’s West, Get Involved in the Diversity & Inclusion Subcommittee, ALDE Member Events for 2023.

Vol. 21  June 2023    President’s Address (the power of communication,) National Reconciliation Week, International Women in Engineering Day 2023 INWED, ALDE Fine Food & Wine Event (link to presentation,) ALDE Excellence Awards 2023, ALDE Membership Renewals, Strategic Planning & Subcommittee Listings, New Members: Geelong City Council, Loetis,  IPWEA Road Foundations Course, Advocacy Updates – Safety & Environment Subcommittee On Respirable Crystalline Silica (link to article and resources,) Environment Protection Agency Fine Issued, Melbourne Water Performance Feedback Survey, Healthy Waterways Strategy, Gippsland Water New Customer Contributions, Melbourne Retail Water Agencies ARCUS Feedback, South East Water Accreditation, Greater Western Water Feedback Survey, Victorian Planning Authority Streamlining for Growth Program Update, Country Fire Authority Guidelines, Get Involved in the Diversity & Inclusion Subcommittee, ALDE Member Events for 2023.

Vol. 20  May 2023    President’s Address (Reserve Bank of Australia outlook,) ALDE Winslow Golf Day report- links to winners and photos, Member Forum No.183 – Links to presentations from Stormy Water Solutions, IPWEA, Useful Engineering Tools & Resources from Tonkin+Taylor, IDAHOBIT – links to resources regarding LGBTQIA+ discrimination plus guide from the ALDE Diversity & Inclusion Subcommittee, ALDE Fine Food & Wine Event,  IPWEA Road Foundations Course, New ALDE Member – Barwon Water, Advocacy Updates – Safety & Environment Subcommittee Update about Onsite Road Crushing, Melbourne Water Update about improving turnaround times for Project Based Issues, staffing and their Statutory Developer Services Leadership Team, and approach towards Flood safety and People safety in terms of risk and the registration of engineers, Yarra Valley Water news about an Eduction Review, Redeye Cad Drawings and the move to GDA 2020, Greater Western Water Safety Alert on Excavation & Trenching, Water Industry Liaison Committee Update, Spotlight on ALDE Technical Subcommittees – Energy & Education and Local Government, Call Out for the Diversity & Inclusion Subcommittee, ALDE Member Events for 2023, ALDE Membership.

Vol. 19  April 2023    President’s Address (ChatGPT, Artificial Intelligence) StormWater VIC/ALDE VUDM Industry Engagement Session, Anzac Day, MRWA Updates for the Registration of Engineers, Winslow Gold Day 01 May, Upcoming Member Forum 10 May, ALDE Fine Food & Wine Event 30 May 2023, New Member Plasgain, ADVOCACY UPDATES: MRWA Updates To Title Blocks, ALDE & Melbourne Water, MRWA DAS Advanced Knowledge Training Module Updates, Greater Western Water Draft Eduction Controls Matrix, Spotlight on Technical Subcommittees: Hydraulic Services Sewer & Water Subcommittee, Hydraulic Services Drainage/Stormwater Subcommittee, Call Out for the Education Subcommittee, ALDE Member Events for 2023, ALDE Membership.

Vol. 18  March 2023    President’s Address (Women’s History Month,) StormWater VIC/ALDE VUDM Industry Engagement Session, Member Forum No. 182 (including presentations from Before You Dig Australia & a Safety Focus from the Civil Contractors Federation)  2023 ALDE Mentorship Program Commences, 2023 ALDE Female Executive Observership Program Commences, YEiLD Event Bogan Bingo, ALDE Winslow Golf Day Dates & Sponsorship, Spotlight on Cultural Subcommittees – Safety & Environment + Future Directions, ADVOCACY UPDATES – Melbourne Retail Water Agencies (MRWA) Title Blocks amendment, Local Government Infrastructure Design Association (LGIDA) Technical Committee Update Stormwater & Rainfall response,  Greater Western Water makes the switch to GDA 2020, Melbourne Water Stormwater Survey, MRWA DAS Training Module Updates, Call Out for the Education Subcommittee, ALDE Event Calendar for 2023, ALDE Membership, The Conduit Archives

 

Vol. 17  February 2023    President’s Address (Interest rates and greenfield growth rates,) Transformation in the Land Development Industry – Leadership Luncheon Wrap Up, Congratulation Ken White OAM,  Upcoming Member Forum 08 March,  2023 ALDE Mentorship Program Update, 2023 ALDE Female Executive Observership Program Update,  New General Member – Water Studio,  Spotlight on Commercial Subcommittees – Training + Governance (including Professional Practices,) ADVOCACY UPDATES – Updated South East Water Consultant Accreditation Deed, Austroads Guide to Road Design Review, EPA Feedback on Civil Construction, Building & Demolition Guide, Call Out for the Diversity & Inclusion Subcommittee, ALDE Event Calendar for 2023, ALDE Membership, The Conduit Archives

Vol. 16  January 2023    President’s Address, ALDE Leadership Luncheon Tickets Available, Vale  Brett Bahen,  2023 ALDE Mentorship Program Extended, 2023 ALDE Female Executive Observership Program Extgended, Current Member Listing – General Members, Sustaining Members, Associate Members, Spotlight on Subcommittees – Diversity & Inclusion, Young Engineers in Land Development (YEiLD,) ADVOCACY UPDATES – Melbourne Water Urban Planning & Development Services Newsletter Released, Melbourne Water Team Contacts, Melbourne Retail Water Agencies (MRWA) Title Block Amendment, Updated South East Water Consultant Accreditation Deed, Essential Services Commission Greenfields Underground Negotiated Electricity Connection Consumer Standards, Call Out for the Diversity & Inclusion Subcommittee, ALDE Event Calendar for 2023, ALDE Membership, The Conduit Archives.

December 2022    President’s Reflection on 2022, ALDE Christmas Dinner, Subcommittee Chair Appreciation, Mentor Program Participation Certificate, ALDE Leadership Luncheon Event Information,16 Days of Action Against Gender Based Violence,  2023 ALDE Mentorship Program Closing Date, 2023 ALDE Female Executive Observership Program 2023, YEiLD Lawn Bowls Event, Geelong Subcommittee End of Year Lunch, New Member – Stormy Water Solutions, ADVOCACY UPDATES – EPA Publication Feedback Required and Survey for the Civil Construction, Building & Demolition Guide (CCBD,) Melbourne Water Newsletter Released, Melbourne Water New Construction Engineers & reallocated zones, ALDE Team Break, Call Out for the Diversity & Inclusion Subcommittee, Melbourne Polytechnic Work Integrated Learning, ALDE Special Event for 2023 Leadership in Land Development Luncheon, ALDE Membership, The Conduit Archives.

 

November 2022    President’s Address – A year of The Conduit, Member Forum No.182  & Presentation by Mike Day from Hatch/Roberts Day into international and future urban trends, Rememberance Day 11th November, Unconscious Bias Workshop including links to presentation and Diversity Council of Australia resources, Movember, ALDE Mentor Program Expressions of Interest, ALDE Female Executive Observership Program Expressions of Interest, ALDE Strategic Planning Session, ALDE Leadership Luncheon Date for 2023, Ausnet Reshaping Gas Operations, Spotlight on ALDE Subcommittees Geelong and Gippsland, ADVOCACY UPDATES: LGIDA Registration of Engineers Update, Department of Transport Presentation to Gippsland Subcommittee, Melbourne Water (MW) update from Urban Development Water Advisory Group (UDEWAG) including DEWLP Guidelines for development in flood affected areas, MW response times and escalation of projects, Consulting Surveyors update on surveys by unlicensed surveyors,  Call Out for the Diversity & Inclusion Subcommittee, Melbourne Polytechnic Work Integrated Learning, ALDE Membership, The Conduit Archives.

 

October 2022    Introducing the 2022/2023 ALDE Executive Committee, 2023 ALDE Mentorship Program, 2023 ALDE Female Executive Observership Program, 2022/2023 Safety Booklet, Mental Health Awareness Month, Engineering A Successful Career Event, MRWA Update on the Professional Engineers Registration Act, MRWA DAS Water Supply Design Advanced Module Course Dates, Infrastructure Design Manual Update, Greater Western Water High Voltage Powerline Strike Safety Alert, Yarra Valley Water Growth Summary & Price Submission Update &  Reminders about Deed Application and Water Connection Fees/Forms/Dry Taps Locations, Melbourne Water Processing Times, South East Water Move to GDA 2020, Ausnet Greenfield Developer Industry Forum on ‘The Future Of Gas,’ Get Involved with ALDE Subcommittees, ALDE Member Events, ALDE Membership.

 

September 2022      Update on the Registration of Engineers Act, Annual General Meeting No.28 Roundup, YEiLD Subcommittee Nominations, Vale Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, Women’s Health Week, R U OK Day, Member Forum No. 181 – Water Industry, YEiLD Engineering A Successful Career Event, New General Member – Afflux Consulting, Discovering Your Unconscious Bias Workshop, Advocacy Updates on the DEWLP 2019 Floodway Safety Criteria, Melbourne Water – Reference Numbers, EPA Act & The Flora & Fauna Guarantee Act, Performance Results, Get Involved in an ALDE Subcommittee, Curious Minds STEM Mentorship Program, ALDE Member Events, ALDE Membership.

 

August 2022        Update on ALDE Annual General Meeting & Board Nominations, Vale Doug Coomes, Wear it Purple Day, Roundup on the Diversity & Inclusion Committee Panel Discussion ‘ Take the Leap,’ New Gold Sustaining Member – Xylem Water Solutions, ALDE Safety Booklet, ALDE Membership Renewals, Advocacy Updates on South East Water Accreditation Deed, EDCM Technical Review, Wyndham Revised Style Guide, Get Involved in an ALDE Subcommittee, Curious Minds STEM Program, ALDE Member Events.

 

July 2022            Update on the Registration of Engineers, EA Women in Engineering Report, Naidoc Week, Diversity & Inclusion Panel Discussion, Member Forum No. 180 – Twin Wall Corrugated Drainage Pipes using Recycled Materials, Cyber Security & New Domain Renewal Changes, ALDE Member Survey Results, ALDE Newsletter Archive, Membership Renewals, Greater Western Water Education Policy, Integrated Water Management Planning & Urban Development, Industry Opportunities with Melbourne Polytechnic, Curious Minds STEM project for girls.

 

June 2022        National Reconciliation Week & Creating Reconciliation Action Plans, International Women in Engineering Day, Greater Melbourne Urban Water & System Strategy Consultation, Updated South East Water Fees, Victorian Planning Provision for Neighbourhood Batteries, Self Compacting Trench Backfill, Pavement Stabilisation Methods, New Road Design Guidelines, Industry Opportunities with Melbourne Polytechnic.

 

May 2022         Round up of the ALDE/ Winslow Golf Day, Member Forum No.179 – Inclusive Language in the Workplace (Diversity & Inclusion Committee) Registration of Engineers (Professional Development Subcommittee), Update on working with Crystalline Silica Dust, New Greater Western Water Development Deeds Processes, IDAHOBIT, Melbourne Water Statement of Compliance Update, Melbourne Water Model for Urban Stormwater Conceptualisation Guideline Industry Consultation.

 

April 2022         The Ausnet Rapid Earth Current Limiter Update, The Fine Food & Wine Event including ALDE Awards Presentation, ALDE Mentorship and Female Observership Programs commence, APA Gas Safety Awareness Update.

 

March 2022        International Women’s Day, Member Forum 178 – Trench Safety Alert from South East Water & Australian Contaminated Land Consultants Association (Safety & Environment committee,) the APA Compliance Clause, ALDE Subcommittees  members – (Membership & Sponsorship & Commercial Governance,) Wyndham City Engineering Style Guide Review, Yarra Valley Water Developer Connection Commissioning Fee, Melbourne Retail Water Authority LD Shared Asset Tendering Industry Notice, Naturally Occurring Nickel on Greenfield Sites.

 

February 2022   Sub-committee and Safety Updates, Member opportunities: ALDE Mentorship Program & Female Observership Programs, ALDE Leadership in Land Development Luncheon Round Up, ALDE Subcommittee members – (Training & Commercial Governance,) Live 22kV Cable Cut, South East Water Safety Alert – Unsupported Trenches, DELWP Guidelines for Development in Flood Affected Areas, Melbourne Polytechnic Industry Collaboration.

 

January 2022   A great new event – The Leadership in Land Development Luncheon Series, A preview of the Registration of Engineers for Victorian Services, update on the ALDE Mentorship Program & Female Observership Programs, Industry Recognition for John Kilgour  (ex Civil Contractors Federation,)  ALDE Subcommittee members – (Safety & Environment, Future Directions,) Wyndham Spec Roadworks, Great Western Water Deed – Indemnity Insurance.

 

December 2021   Recipients of the 2021 ALDE Recognition Awards, Updates on the ALDE Mentorship Program & Female Observership Programs, New Event Focusing on Leadership in Land Development for 2022, Bill Foley Award Winner for 2021 – Stephen Watters (SMEC), Recognition Award for 2021 – Ken O’Neill (Melbourne Water,) ALDE Subcommittee Members – (Diversity & Inclusion, YEiLD – Young Engineers in Land Development,) Melbourne Water Newsletter, MRWA Portal Upgrade, VPA Sodic & Dispersive Soils, Wyndham Council Roadworks.

 

November 2021   Winners of the Inaugural ALDE Awards for Excellence, Member opportunities: the ALDE Mentorship Program & Female Observership Programs, Spotlight on Regional Subcomittees (Geelong & Gippsland,) Model Tender Document for Member Consultancies, Spotlight on Sewer Design, Extreme Weather Resources, Greater Western Water Delivery Partner Safety Award, Melbourne Polytechnic Civil Engineering Panel.

 

October 2021   An Introduction to the new ALDE Executive Board, Expressions of Interest for the ALDE Mentorship Program & Female Observership Programs, Advocacy & Affiliate Partners, New Affiliate Partner – Institute of Surveying and Civil Design Training (a 12D Subsidiary,) Higher Learning Partnerships with Monash University, Swinburne University & Melbourne Polytechnic, Mental Health Month, Trench Safety, Melbourne Water Processing Times,  Review of Yarra Valley Water’s Land Development Manual, Wyndham City Council Roadwork Specifications.

 

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Spotlight on ALDE SubCommittees

Published: 27 October 2021
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ALDE Subcommittees

Ever wondered what happens on an ALDE subcommittee? A lot of our initiatives, direction and activities are undertaken by the fantastic volunteers who make up the various subcommittees. They meet regularly and workshop and co-ordinate a lot of the ‘behind the scenes’ of our organisation.


ALDE has 11 subcommittees and they cover a range of different areas of interest in relation to the running of ALDE, as well as the advocacy we undertake on behalf of the wider land development industry.

 

The subcommittees fall under various categories:

Strategic – Assist with the operations and directions of ALDE as an organisation.

Technical – Advocacy & collaboration with different authorities and stakeholders.

Regional – Region specific approach to local issues.

 

A chart featuring the different levels of the ALDE organisation and the various subcommittees

The goal of each subcommittee is to create communication lines within each area to allow fast and effective feedback to and from the Executive Committee, to resolve any issues as needed. All subcommittees are advisory only and can only act as directed by the Executive Committee. Sub-committees are required to meet at least 4 times per year. 

An Executive Committee Member is required to be included in each of these subcommittees. 

The full list of ALDE Subcommittees are:

  • Safety & Environment Subcommittee
  • Education Subcommittee
  • Membership Engagement Subcommittee
  • Power & Communications Subcommittee
  • Hydraulic Services Subcommittee
  • Local Government Subcommittee
  • Diversity & Inclusion Committee
  • Governance Committee (Closed to the Executive Board)
  • Young Engineers in Land Development (YEiLD)

The Regional Subcommittees are:

  • Geelong Committee
  • Gippsland Committee
  • Shepparton Committee (proposed)

An ALDE representative is also invited to participate in a number of relevant external industry groups as part of our relationships with particular organisations.

We feature the current committee members in different editions of The Conduit Newsletter. If you would like to find a member of a particular Subcommittee, have a look through our Archives.

 

ALDE Female Observership Program

Published: 27 October 2021
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Applications for the Female Observership for 2023 are now open but will close on 20 December. 

 

ALDE FEMALE OBSERVERSHIP PROGRAM OVERVIEW

In 2022, ALDE launched the inaugural Female Observership Program to give women in land development an opportunity to observe the Executive Board up close. This initiative was introduced as since ALDE was formed in 1994, there has only been a single female member nominate and serve on the board. This program will enable the board to have a greater field of vision in terms of engaging with our members who may not feel that they are not represented on the board. 

Watch a video explaining the program here

The intent of the Female Observer/s are to:  

  • Contribute to the development of future female leaders; and 
  • Use the position as a training opportunity for females with potential to move into subcommittee roles and/ or the Exec board.  

 The Observership program was hailed a success for 2022 and past participant Shuiyan Li shares her experience: 

“The Observership Program has provided me an opportunity of sitting in the executive meetings to learn from our senior leaders in the land development industry and observe how: (1) to manage an independent non-profitable body in all areas at a business level, (2) to analyse, predict and manage the impact of an requirement changes on the processes and/or procedures to the wide land development consultancies community, (3) to work with all forms of government bodies, agencies and authorities to implement processes and procedures in a role of representing all consultancies from small to large.

Participating in ALDE is the best way of spending my spare time to contribute back to the industry and learn from the industry leaders. ”

 

The ALDE Observership Program begins with the first board meeting of the year and finishes with the last. 

  • As part of the application, Observer/s agree to the Program’s confidentiality terms. 
  • During the Observership year, ALDE will facilitate Observer/s attending all board and any relevant subcommittee meetings as non-voting members so they can both contribute and learn about fundamental principles and functions of the board, the role of board members, the decision-making process and governance priorities. 
  • Board minutes will note that Observer/s are present in the capacity as Observer/s and not as Directors.
  • The point of contact for the Observer/s is the Executive Officer Karen Leoncelli, any questions about serving as an Observer/s on the board, including details for board meetings, board expectations of their Observer/s, behaviour and board culture. 

Benefits of the Female Observership Program 

  • Actively developing the next generation of leaders for the land development industry;
  • Inject a fresh perspective into the ALDE boardroom;
  • Involvement in strategic projects to deliver benefits to ALDE;
  • Observer can contribute to areas relating to their skill set through subcommittee involvement;
  • Strengthen the ALDE board renewal strategy 

For further information, requirements and to apply for 2023, please refer to the ALDE Female Observership Program Flyer

Female Observership Application Process

The Female Observer/s are appointed through an expression of interest process that includes an interview.  

Observer/s will need to notify their employer of their participation in the Program to ensure their support when  attending ALDE board meetings. 

This process is managed by the Executive Officer and a member of the Governance Committee. Female first year graduates are also eligible to apply for the position (subject to attendance at a previous ALDE event). They can serve a single term of one year. ALDE board meetings are typically held last Tuesday of the month (12 in total), observer/s will need to make themselves available to attend these meetings. 

Applications close December 2022.

>>APPLY FOR THE FEMALE OBSERVERSHIP PROGRAM NOW<<<

 

More feedback from the program:

“As a civil engineer, the Observership Program has expanded my views on the areas other than technical in land development area. I have learnt a great deal of skills and knowledge on the areas of business management, finance, communication, and negotiation during all sessions I have participated.

I have a sense what is a big picture at the various stages of my career, where my managers, mentors have pushed me to look. This program is the mentor at the highest level, who have challenged me in this perspective.

As a female engineer, I have realised that we, female engineers, need to do more and to take challenges and opportunities to give our opinions in land development area, which provide end products servicing nearly half of the communities.

As a migrant engineer, I would like to see more representations of migrant engineers in ALDE while we are facing skill shortage in the industry and beyond, how ALDE can support the industry to take advantage of the huge pool of professional engineers the government immigration program has brough into the country.” –  Shuiyan Li , 2022 Female Observer

ALDE Mentoring Program

Published: 26 October 2021
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Applications for the ALDE Mentoring Program for 2023 are now open and will close on 20 December.

ALDE Mentoring Program Overview 

A selection of the ALDE Executive Board’s senior professionals will act as mentors for early career professionals seeking to get exposure to liaising with authorities in framing and reviewing policy. Participants will have the opportunity to broaden industry networks, attend selected board meetings, participate/ coordinate industry events as well as learn new skills and gain the knowledge required to progress as tomorrow’s leaders. 

The purpose of this is to cultivate the board members of tomorrow and provide the board with a fresh perspective and actively mentor the next generation of leaders.  

 Watch a video explaining the program here

Mentoring Program Objectives 

Providing early career professionals opportunities to engage with experienced/ senior industry professionals, empowerment and building of confidence, through exposure to the wider land development industry. More specifically, the objectives are: 

  • Experience the benefits of getting involved with your Industry, 
  • Create connections in the industry, build relationships and networks, 
  • Develop leadership skills, and build confidence in your capabilities, skills and knowledge, 
  • Identify and plan to achieve your career goals, 
  • Promote connections between senior leaders in the industry and early career professionals, and 
  • Engage early professionals in peer-oriented development environments. 

Comments from previous participants in the Mentor Program:

“The program was quite open and most importantly challenged you (as a mentee) to explore your options and think outside the box, it encouraged me to sit down and contemplate on what I was interested to learn about.

You are mentored by a senior engineer who has extensive experience within the land development industry, and I would strongly encourage anyone who has a passion for land development to consider this program; it is both beneficial and informative! “ Kerrolos Rofael 

“I gained a greater insight into other areas on the land development industry as well as advice and suggestions on how I should go about making decisions, setting goals, and progressing in my own career and life in general.

I found the program extremely rewarding and would highly recommend.” Rebecca Saber

NB: 2023 applications for the Mentorship Program are now open. 

For further information or to apply for the ALDE Mentor Program view the enrolment flyer

Applications close December 2022.

More Testimonials: 

“There is a lot to consider whilst being in the land development industry and that there is no one right answer. The field is vast and there are a lot of moving parts that work hand in hand to complete a project.

The program is a great way to gain insight into the land development industry and what to expect from yourself and from others whilst working in the field. It is an open conversation where I felt comfortable talking about all things related to career progression/decisions.” Kent Diep 

“I appreciated most the opportunity to connect with recognised industry professionals on a deeper level outside of the standard office setting, to discuss things pertaining to career and skills development. The program also facilitated connection between other like-minded young professionals. Highly recommend. ” Dennis Graf

APPLY FOR THE MENTOR PROGRAM NOW

 

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2021 ALDE Excellence Awards

Published: 11 August 2021
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For the first time, ALDE will recognize engineering excellence in land development engineering with the inaugural ALDE Awards for excellence—it is the industry’s opportunity to recognise Engineering Excellence within land development engineering, amongst businesses and individuals. We have engaged the services of a production company with host Gavin Wood to bring this event in an engaging virtual format.

The ALDE Awards have been created with the purpose of:

  • Promoting the Land Development Industry
  • Promoting Consultant excellence
  • Promoting project and industry attributes and successes
  • Sharing knowledge, innovation & best practice
  • Providing networking opportunities

Businesses within the land development industry can see tangible benefits in:

  • Increased brand awareness and positioning in the industry
  • Positioning brand and products in the industry
  • Assisting with customer acquisition and retention
  • Providing opportunities for networking

 

The winners for 2021 are:

 

FUTURE LEADER 

Winner: ANGELA DURSTON-RYAN  (Spiire)

High Commendation: HARRISON SPURLING (Spiire)

 

ENGINEERING EXCELLENCE & INNOVATION  

Winner: GROUND SCIENCE

High Commendation: SMEC

 

CONSULTANCY OF THE YEAR 

Winner: SPIIRE

High Commendation: BEVERIDGE WILLIAMS

 

SUB-CONSULTANT OF THE YEAR 

Winner: TONKIN & TAYLOR

High Commendation: BLUE FROG

 

CONTRACTOR OF THE YEAR 

Winner: BILDURBAN

 

Watch the livestream of the Awards Ceremony here 

 

For more details on the criteria refer to https://alde.com.au/awards/alde-excellence-awards/

The judges that assessed the entries were:

  • Maurice Stabb
  • Stephen Webb
  • John Chambers

Join us for the 2021 ALDE Annual Christmas Dinner

Published: 11 August 2021
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Members are invited to close the year off as part of our annual Christmas Dinner.

Please note the new event date  – Wednesday 15 December 2021 @ 6.00 -10.00 pm at The Event Centre, Collins Street., Melbourne.


Please note this is a members only event and tickets are limited.

Sustaining Members will have specific ticket allocations (1 for Bronze level, 2 for Silver level, 3 for Gold level, 5 for Platinum level.) General Members and additional tickets $180 per person incl GST (subject to availability)

Individual members (employees of member companies are encouraged to contact their local ALDE representative before purchasing tickets.

RSVP by 08 December 2021 here

Enquiries & further information contact Karen

 

EVENT DETAILS

ALDE Christmas Dinner

When: 15 December 2021, 6.00 -10.00pm

Where: The Event Centre, Collins Street., Melbourne.

2019 ALDE Christmas Dinner

Published: 5 December 2019
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ALDE held our annual member’s Christmas Dinner this week. A great night was had by all at The Events Centre in the city. This year Steve Webb of City West Water received the ALDE Recognition Award from our President Rodney Jackson. The award acknowledges excellence in the advancement of our Land Development Industry and we thank Steve for his outstanding contribution.