We’re the voice of the Australian property industry.
As the leading advocate for Australia's largest industry, we champion a strong, thriving sector that leaves a positive legacy for all Australians.
We are your strong voice. Representing the leaders of the largest industry and biggest employer in Australia, we work with our 2,300 company and business member organisations to advance our industry’s representation, reputation and impact.
A thriving property industry underpins the health and sustainability of our cities, boosts consumer confidence, enables a buoyant business environment and ultimately creates a more prosperous Australia.
Our industry creates and builds the places where people live, work, connect, learn and play.
Contributing 13 per cent of Australia’s GDP, property is the nation’s largest industry, but it also enables hundreds of other industries to thrive.
From logistics, manufacturing and mining to our small businesses, offices, shops and cafes, property is the backbone of Australia’s economy.
Every day, our industry provides jobs for more than 1.4 million Australians – more than mining and manufacturing combined.
Through our three-year strategy, we are working with members, allies, and all tiers of government to realise the enormous potential of this extraordinary industry, and our great capital and regional cities.
We have a rich, proud history of delivering outcomes that improve the lives of all Australians and create places for all stages of life, from students to retirees. We are privileged to lead the sector and connect the industry to speak with a strong, united voice.
Advocacy
Our powerful advocacy initiatives influence policy outcomes nationally and across jurisdictions. As respected thought leaders in the business community, governments, stakeholders and our members rely on us to lead conversations, undertake research, and solve problems to create a better future.
Membership
We welcome members from organisations of any size and interest in the property industry - our suite of member benefits offers something for everyone. Find out how you can join our organisation and access the benefits for your people today.
Events
Bringing together the brightest minds and experts from Australia and around the world, our events generate important conversations, facilitate knowledge and ideas sharing, and offer an unparalleled opportunity to network and build relationships with industry peers.
Academy
Comprising workshops, online learning and Industry Diploma courses, our Academy provides the resources to enhance the professional lives of our members. It's a professional development platform with something for everyone.
Research
Our gold standard research is relied on by industry, governments and partners to help make better decisions. Explore our reports or visit our Data Room to browse Australia’s most comprehensive source of economic and property related data.
Programs
Our programs and initiatives help nurture talent, promote diversity and build a strong industry. The opportunities we provide through our programs help develop a pipeline of future talent that will lead the industry in the years ahead.
Our industry campaigns
The Property Council produces campaigns and thought leadership to build support for ideas that will move the industry forward. Here's a snapshot of some of our most significant industry campaigns.
Upcoming Events
From wherever you sit in the industry, our events program has something for you. We bring together the brightest minds and experts from Australia and around the world to generate important conversations, share ideas and help you build relationships with industry peers.
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Mastering the build: Industry shortages and solutions
The Fullerton HotelSydney, NSWTickets on sale -
2024 WA Retail Conference
Frasers, Kings ParkWest Perth, WATickets on sale -
Future Directions Lawn Bowls Tournament
The Ruc TurnerTurner, ACTTickets on sale -
Northern Territory Property Outlook 2024: Insights & Networking Event
MAGNT: Museum and Art Gallery Northern TerritoryDarwin, NTTickets on sale -
Executive Women’s Boardroom Lunch with Josephine Sukkar AM
GadensBrisbane, QLDSold out -
Pre Budget Online Briefing
Online – Microsoft TeamsTickets on sale -
Future Cities Summit 2024 – Site Tour | White Bay Power Station
White Bay Power StationRozelle, NSWTickets on sale -
Rino Recycling Site Tour
Rino Recycling FacilityPinkenba, QLDTickets on sale -
Future Cities Summit 2024 – Site Tour | YCK Laneways Precinct
Property Council of AustraliaSydney, New South WalesTickets on sale -
Future Cities Summit 2024
International Convention CentreSydney, NSWTickets on sale -
Future Directions Outlook
EstablishmentSydney, NSWTickets on sale -
Build-To-Rent Investment
The Fullerton HotelSydney, NSWTickets on sale -
Research paper launch: Unlocking industrial land
SkyCityAdelaide, SATickets on sale -
Uncovering Urban Inequity: Perth’s Imperative for Change
Perth Convention and Exhibition CentrePerth, WATickets on sale -
Innovation and Automation: why mindset matters and how to upgrade it
RydgesMelbourne, VICTickets on sale -
Industry Insiders Lunch – Anouk Darling
Blackbird BarBrisbane City, QueenslandTickets on sale -
Housing, growth and affordability
RydgesMelbourne, VICTickets on sale -
Yes in my backyard – Corporate Partner Lunch
The WestinPerth, WATickets on sale -
Future Directions: Meet the Leaders
Perth: To be confirmedPerth, WATickets on sale -
Site Tour: The Future of Illawarra – Opportunities for Investment
Tickets on sale
Latest News
Chief Executive | A momentous week that was
Last week I spoke at the National Press Club. A rare honour.
What the UK’s build-to-rent boom can tell us about the asset’s future in Australia?
After 508 per cent growth between 2016 and 2022, what led to the emergence of the UK’s build-to-rent sector and are there any lessons Australia can take on board?
‘Earlier the better’ in informing young girls about a career in property
A panel of property leaders has encouraged the industry to start engaging with girls from an early age to dispel myths around what roles in the industry they can pursue.
Navigating the shifting solar energy landscape
The solar energy market is transforming at a blistering pace, and without a proper feasibility study in place, Kieran Hannigan from Stantec argues you might not be maximising the benefits of your renewable energy assets.
Housing supply ‘a priority’ under National Skills Agreement
Skills and Training Ministers across the country have agreed that delivering housing supply will be added to the national priorities identified in the National Skills Agreement.
Reckless and untested: the threat of personal liability to Canberra’s housing supply
The personal liability element contained within the ACT’s proposed Developer Licensing legislation risks driving residential investment away from Canberra, the Property Council warns.
‘Grandstanding, won’t put a roof over anyone’s head’: Mike Zorbas
Property Council Chief Executive Mike Zorbas used his address to the National Press Club last week to warn that “grandstanding, gridlock and policy grenades” won’t increase housing supply. Read his opening address in full.
Chief Executive | On inspiration, better city planning & housing supply
An honour to reflect on the inspirational leadership of Jim Service AO, my mentor and friend, overnight.
Home care reform needed to support Australia’s ‘silver tsunami’
The Retirement Living Council is urging the Australian Government to draw on the power of retirement communities by reimagining how it funds and delivers home care services to older Australians.
Australian real estate braces for the AI revolution
Around a third of Australia’s real estate professionals believe artificial intelligence will have a “revolutionary impact” on the industry, but the same number again have not taken any steps to implement AI.
Latest Media Releases
Property Council invites media to hear direct from industry on impact of construction sector shortages
Industry leaders to discuss current challenges and constraints within construction sector at Property Council lunch in Sydney.
Property Council pre-budget submission lays out pathway for Victoria to achieve 800,000 home target
The Property Council has today released its 2024-25 Victorian pre-budget submission, laying out a vision for how the Victorian Government can unlock investment and boost property industry and consumer confidence to address the state’s housing supply and affordability crisis.
Future care solutions need legislative balance
At a time when the aged care sector is at breaking point, the Retirement Living Council (RLC) is urging the Australian Government to provide more detail and strike a legislative balance in its review of the Aged Care Act.
WA Retirement Village Manager of the Year crowned
Masonic Care WA’s Emma Benjamin has been crowned as the 2024 Programmed WA Village Manager of the Year at a Property Council industry event yesterday.
Retirement communities at centre of care future
The Retirement Living Council (RLC) welcomes the Aged Care Taskforce report as a framework for government and operators for the future funding and delivery of aged care services.
Property Council Budget Submission reiterates its call to unlock housing by funding trunk infrastructure in State Budget
The Property Council has reiterated its call for the Malinauskas Government to unlock housing sites by debt funding water and sewerage trunk infrastructure in the upcoming State Budget.
Property Council WA responds to new R-Codes
“These pragmatic revisions to the R-codes ensure WA’s planning system strikes the right balance of preserving quality design standards of new homes without jeopardising the financial feasibility of building them.”
Reckless and untested: the threat of personal liability to Canberra’s housing supply
The Property Council of Australia is warning the personal liability element contained within the ACT’s proposed Developer Licensing legislation risks driving residential investment away from the homes Canberra desperately needs.
Property Council Chief Executive Mike Zorbas address to National Press Club
Our national housing aspiration and our task must be to give as many people access to housing and to the hope of owning their own home as possible.
Home care reform needed to support Australia’s ‘silver tsunami’
The Retirement Living Council (RLC) is urging the Australian Government to draw on the power of retirement communities by reimagining how it funds and delivers home care services to older Australians.
Divisions
The Property Council operates under a national model with regional Divisions in every state and territory. We also have four specialist Divisions dedicated to advocating on specific industry sectors: Capital Markets, Residential Development, Retirement Living and Student Accommodation.
Find our more about our Divisions below.
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