We advocate for policies that drive job creation, deliver prosperity and create thriving communities. Property is more than physical buildings – it underpins the vibrancy of communities, it’s central to the operation of logistics and supply networks, and it creates places for Western Australians to live their best lives. As an industry we are working with government to drive tax reform to stimulate investment in the West.
Through our strong advocacy, events and programs, we deliver value for all our Western Australian members by uplifting the industry, supporting the people who work in it, and showcasing the social and economic impact they deliver every day.
Emily Young
Interim Western Australian Executive Director
Campaigns & Submissions
Prosperity Through Property: A roadmap to unleashing Western Australia’s potential
West Australians will confront unprecedented economic and social circumstances as they head to the polls for the 2025 state election.
Federal Pre-Budget 2024-25 Submission
Beyond a twentieth century tax system, the greatest economic and social cohesion challenge Australia faces is the delivery of affordable new homes for renters and purchasers as well adequate supply for those who rely on government housing support.
The value of goods through Australia’s industrial assets
A new report has shone a light on the importance of property’s workhorse assets – industrial properties – revealing a staggering $1.2 trillion worth of goods flow through Australia’s ‘big sheds’ every year.
Vision for the State event
On 22 February 2023, in front of over 700 guests, Premier Mark McGowan used a Property Council event to unveil a suite of extensive planning reforms. See how our biggest event this year unfolded.
Our priorities for Western Australia
Our priorities for Western Australia centre around stimulating investment and economic activity, promoting population growth, ensuring diversity and choice of quality housing for Western Australians, and the continual development of Perth as a thriving global city.
We’re calling for a planning and urban governance system that supports exemplar place-making, infrastructure prioritisation and investment to facilitate development at the right time and in the right places, along with a reform of the state tax system to stimulate inbound investment.
Latest media releases
Capacity key to building WA’s future
Perth’s nation-leading property price growth forecasts are offering a silver lining to Western Australia’s workforce capability, according to the latest Procore/Property Council Industry Sentiment Survey.
Housing security to drive WA’s economic success
In the face of strong economic growth and net migration, new Property Council WA modelling shows Western Australia’s housing deficit will grow by nearly 25,000 homes by the end of 2027.
Calls for payroll tax rebates to attract interstate workers
The Property Council WA is proposing two-year payroll tax rebates for employees who relocate to Western Australia to attract skilled workers.
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Western Australian Division Council
Comprised of 17 elected members from across the industry, the Western Australian Division Council directs the state's strategy and activity in line with the National Board's vision.
The role of the Western Australian Division Council is to best represent the collective interests of Western Australian members. Members are nominated by industry peers and elected for a two-year term, with the Western Australian President also securing a position on the National Board. Division Councils are responsible for all local initiatives, and also leverage the Property Council’s campaigns to achieve state based results. The current Division Council representatives commenced their tenure in March 2023.
Western Australian Committees
The Property Council’s agenda for Western Australia is guided by more than 200 property professionals who make up 11 specific industry Committees.
Committees meet every four to six weeks to discuss issues and projects relevant to their expertise and the focus of the Committee. Being selected as a member of a Property Council Committee gives you the opportunity to help shape the future and influence the organisation’s advocacy agenda. Members have the opportunity to contribute to important, focused industry discussions while building their professional networks and knowledge.
As part of our 40-40-20 commitment to gender equity, all our Committees comprise a minimum of 40 per cent female representatives. Committee members are appointed for a two-year term, with the current Committees commencing their tenure in February 2023.
Awards
For almost 40 years, the Property Council of Australia has hosted the industry’s most prestigious awards. As champions of our industry we celebrate and reward excellence. Winning a Property Council award means truly being at the top of your game.
Western Australian Property Awards
The West Australian Division puts the spotlight on the industry’s finest individuals through its annual WA Property Awards program.
Innovation & Excellence Awards
The annual Property Council of Australia/Rider Levett Bucknall Innovation & Excellence Awards are the most prominent property awards in Australia, promoting excellence in design and innovation in the built environment since 1982.
National Retirement Living Awards
The Property Council’s National Retirement Living Awards celebrate excellence and achievement across all parts of the retirement living sector.
Upcoming Academy courses
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.
Latest news
WA faces 25,000 home deficit increase by end of 2027
The Property Council WA’s State Election Platform charts the way to increase housing supply in the face of a nearly 25,000-home deficit by the end of 2027.
WA Government cracks down on development costs
The Western Australian Government announced it won’t make changes to public open space contributions that impact infill development costs, in a move welcomed as a “victory for common sense”.
New research identifies what’s needed for a successful transit-oriented development
The Property Council has unveiled the top five priority locations for transit-oriented development (TOD) in Perth, accompanied by key recommendations to support their success.
Programs
Our programs and initiatives help promote a strong future and encourage a more diverse and inclusive industry. Find out more about programs that might interest you.
500 Women in Property
500 Women in Property helps our members promote female talent and empower them to advance in the workforce. The program aims to accelerate more women into leadership positions in the property industry through sponsorship of high-potential talent. Men and women can get involved as sponsors, and women as participants.
Champions of Change
The Champions of Change Coalition is a globally recognised strategy for advancing gender equality and building respectful, inclusive workplaces. We established the Champions of Change Property Group in 2015 to advance this cause in the sector, and today the group involves leaders who oversee more than 25,000 employees.
Girls in Property
Girls in Property is a program that informs high school students of the various career paths available across the property industry. It aims to generate a more diverse pipeline of talent by encouraging more women into the sector. Students gain insights into the industry and hear from leaders about what a career in property looks like.
Partners
We are deeply grateful to our Partners for their contributions. These partnerships enable us to deliver quality work and experiences for our members, which in turn benefits the entire Western Australian property industry.