Linda Cheng is Editor of ArchitectureAU.com. She has written extensively on architecture and design in Australia and around the world. Linda completed a Bachelor of Planning and Design (Architecture) at the University of Melbourne and has worked at a small architecture practice in Melbourne. Linda has also contributed to Australian architecture and design magazines including Architecture Australia, Houses, Artichoke, DQ, and the National Gallery of Victoria’s Gallery magazine. She was previously deputy editor/art director of Furnishing International and editorial assistant of Indesign and Habitus magazines.
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Max Walker – architect, cricketer, footballer – dies aged 68
Former Australian cricketer Max Walker, who was once an architect, died on Wednesday 28 September at age 68.
New 20-year Adelaide Uni masterplan unveiled
The University of Adelaide has unveiled a new 20-year masterplan designed by FJMT.
Zaha Hadid Architects’ Gold Coast twin-tower proposal withdrawn
The developer of a Zaha Hadid Architects-designed twin-tower proposal for the Gold Coast has withdrawn its development application.
Architecture jobs top the nation
The latest Australian Bureau of Statistics quarterly labour force data shows jobs in architectural services is a leading driver of new employment.
Seaside pool for Port Melbourne proposed
A Melbourne architecture practice has begun a crowdfunding campaign that could help get a bayside pool built in Port Melbourne.
John Wardle Architects’ ‘gateway’ building for Monash University
Construction has begun on a new “gateway” building for Monash University’s Clayton Campus, designed by John Wardle Architects.
Heritage Victoria rejects $1b Nylex development, again
The Heritage Council of Victoria has upheld an earlier decision to refuse a permit for a $1 billion project to redevelop a historic malt houses and concrete silo precinct in Melbourne.
Architect selected for Swan Street Bridge upgrade
The Victorian government has awarded the contract to design the $30 million redevelopment of Melbourne’s Swan Street Bridge.
$7b urban renewal precinct proposed for North Melbourne
The Victorian government has released the draft vision and framework for a 56-hectare urban renewal area in North Melbourne.
Artificial surf beach to rake over Perth lawn bowls club
Surf park developer Wave Park Group has unveiled a proposal for an artificial surf park on the banks of the Swan River in Perth.