Accommodation New Zealand introduces
Gavan Ranger, the long-standing chair of the board of Architecture Media Pty Ltd, has announced his retirement and will be stepping down as chair and a director of Architecture Media effective from Friday 6 June 2025. His decision responds to some personal challenges being faced by members of his family, as this will allow him to dedicate more time to them.
Gavan was initially nominated by the Australian Institute of Architects as its representative on the Architecture Media board from 1992 until 1996 when he became an independent representative, eventually being elected chair in 2004.
He has brought a wealth of experience and expertise to the role of director and chair of the board, both as a widely experienced architect and having held a number of major volunteer roles at the Institute.
Gavan has worked on significant projects in both the public and private sectors, and as a principal of major architecture and design practices in Adelaide, Melbourne, Canberra and Brisbane.
His professional roles have been complemented by long-term involvement with the Institute at state and national levels. These roles included chapter and national councillor, SA Chapter President, chair of the National Marketing Committee, honorary national secretary and member of a Chapter Honours Committee. These contributions were recognised by the award of Life Fellow in 1996. Similarly, he is a Fellow of the Design Institute of Australia (DIA), was awarded Design Icon by its SA Branch in 2017, and was inducted into the DIA Hall of Fame in 2019. He is also a Foundation Fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.
During his tenure on the Architecture Media board, Gavan has seen the successful expansion of its print and digital publishing operations, as well as its professional development and highly successful events activities.
Gavan steps down, proud of his contribution to Architecture Media and is confident of its sound future.
He leaves with the best wishes and appreciation of Architecture Media's board and staff for the work he has led and the considerable time and effort he has dedicated.
Announcement of the next board chair and recruitment for a new director will occur soon.
