As 2014 draws to a close, I can reflect on a successful year at the WA Chapter. We managed to have David Karotkin installed as the Institute’s National President and support from members gave me the opportunity to be State President. Among our achievements was a re-invigorated awards program, increased membership, a highly successful CPD program, an increase in sponsors, and we welcomed Michael Woodhams as State Manager.

National Council continues to wrestle with re-structuring the organisation, its business systems and the committee structures, which in the course of 2015 will wash through and make us a stronger and more contemporary organisation.

Most importantly, I would like to thank committees and volunteers for a huge contribution in 2014, especially on expert subjects, such as planning reform. There is much for the committees to do next year.

Sponsor contribution to the Chapter and its events has been both generous and committed. Sponsors have been very engaged this year and many have been looking at new ways to help us, which is very pleasing. A special thanks to Kim for developing and maintaining sponsorships.

To Chapter staff Michael, Kim and Laura, thank you so much for your commitment, working unsociable hours and remaining cheerful.

Finally, best wishes for the festive season, enjoy a well earned break, and lets do it all again next year, but better.

Regards

Philip Griffiths