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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Hunter Christmas Lunch
NEXNewcastle West, NSWTickets on sale -
2023 Annual NT Christmas Party
Mindil Beach Casino ResortDarwin, NTTickets on sale -
Office Market Report
The Fullerton HotelSydney, NSWTickets on sale -
ACT Office Market Report
Hotel RealmCanberra, ACTTickets on sale -
Queensland: Office Market Report
Hilton HotelBrisbane, QLDTickets on sale -
SA: February Office Market Report Breakfast
Flinders University, Festival TowerAdelaide, SATickets on sale -
Victorian Office Market Report
RydgesMelbourne, VICTickets on sale -
Office Market Report – WA
The ANZAC Club WAPerth, WATickets on sale -
Hunter Outlook
NEXNewcastle West, NSWTickets on sale -
Retail Outlook
The Fullerton HotelSydney, NSWTickets on sale -
Property Market Outlook
Hilton HotelBrisbane, QLDTickets on sale -
Outlook Lunch
The Fullerton HotelSydney, NSWTickets on sale -
Western Sydney Outlook
Rosehill GardensRosehill, NSWTickets on sale -
Outlook – Property and Capital Markets
Zinc at Federation SquareMelbourne, VICTickets on sale -
Retirement Living Half Day Forum 2024
BrisbaneQLDTickets on sale -
Outlook – Residential
Zinc at Federation SquareMelbourne, VICTickets on sale -
Residential Outlook
The Fullerton HotelSydney, NSWTickets on sale -
Retirement Forum Outlook
Waterview in Bicentennial ParkSydney Olympic Park, NSWTickets on sale -
Annual Property Outlook
Crown PerthBurswood, WATickets on sale -
ACT Residential & Planning Outlook
Hotel RealmCanberra, ACTTickets on sale
Latest News

Chief Executive | ThinCap – A plague on all our houses
The Senate sits for the final time in Canberra this week.

Labour the biggest challenge to construction costs: Slattery
While the ongoing narratives of interest rates, insolvencies, and material costs will continue, Slattery is forecasting labour costs as the primary challenge ahead, potentially leading to four to six per cent cost increases.

New electrification requirements for government offices
The government will now be placing emphasis on leasing all-electric buildings for new offices, along with the commitment to securing Green Star certification for future Commonwealth office buildings.

How Will AI Alter CRE?
Technological developments in commercial real estate are offering a dizzying range of operational benefits for investors willing to take the plunge, says Rob Teel, President of global solutions at Yardi.

Warehouse demand cooling
The era marked by zero vacancy, remarkable capital investment and double-digit rental growth in our industrial property markets, driven by the global pandemic, is approaching its conclusion, according to Savills.

Scentre Group announces new scholarship
Scentre Group, owner of Westfield destinations in Australia and New Zealand, and Western Sydney University has announced a new scholarship in recognition of the extraordinary leadership and longstanding career of its recently retired Board Chair, Brian Schwartz AM.

Chief Executive | Advocacy at the opening and the close
It is the final full week of parliamentary sitting in Canberra.

New report reveals a billion reasons for more supply of retirement villages
A new report has revealed Australians living in retirement villages are helping save taxpayers almost $1 billion in health care costs by delaying their entry into aged care.

NSW Govt to fast-track terraces, townhouses and low-rise apartments
The NSW Government is set to lift bans on low and mid-rise housing to unlock 112,000 new homes across Sydney, the Hunter, Central Coast and the Illawarra regions.

Help to Buy scheme legislation coming this week
This week, the Australian Government plans to unveil legislation for the help-to-buy shared equity housing scheme, providing an opportunity for approximately 40,000 households to purchase a home with a minimal two per cent deposit.
Latest Media Releases
Property Council welcomes federal build-to-rent housing support – warns National Cabinet about rolling avalanche of taxes on new construction
Moving foreign investment application fees for build-to-rent projects to the lowest appropriate commercial level will boost the investment appeal of new rental housing supply that offers well-located, secure, customer-led and community-oriented housing, according to the Property Council of Australia.
Property Council laments missed opportunity to support scaling of Nature Repair Market
The Property Council of Australia has labelled the last-minute decision to scrap offset credits in the Nature Repair Market Bill by the Senate as a lost opportunity to make it easier for industry to invest in the conservation and restoration of Australia’s natural environment at scale.
Positive steps welcome on housing package but more to do
The Property Council of Australia has welcomed the progress made by the NSW Government to deliver bold planning reforms to address the housing supply and affordability crisis.
Property Council statement on Sandra Brewer
The following statement can be attributed to Property Council Chief Executive Mike Zorbas:
Industry welcomes partnership to unlock Metro West growth
The Property Council of Australia has applauded the NSW Government on its commitment to progressing an unsolicited proposal from the Australian Turf Club to deliver an additional station at Rosehill as part of the Sydney Metro West project.
RLC welcomes CTH retirement discussion paper
The Retirement Living Council (RLC) welcomes the release of the Commonwealth Government’s retirement focussed discussion paper as an important opportunity to increase retirement community resident eligibility for financial support.
Property Council welcomes common sense Senate decision to send incomplete ThinCap Bill back to committee
The Property Council of Australia has welcomed the decision of the Senate to return the Treasury Laws (Making Multinationals Pay Their Fair Share-Integrity and Transparency) Bill back to a Senate Committee for further consideration during January 2024.
Draft TOD program lacks the ambition promised
The Property Council of Australia has raised concern with the scope and timeframes of the NSW Government’s Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Precinct program, after the details of the new policy were accidentally uploaded on the NSW Department of Planning and Environment’s website.
Property Council NT champions bold blueprint for Northern Australia
The Property Council of Australia’s Northern Territory Division has welcomed the release of the Joint Select Committee on Northern Australia’s report on Workforce Development, which sets a clear path forward in balancing the region’s natural resources and cultural richness against social and economic challenges.
Property Council’s Jen Williams to step down
The Property Council of Australia has announced QLD Executive Director Jen Williams will leave the organisation in February to pursue other career opportunities, after 12 years of service to the organisation.
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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