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 2,500 member organisations to advance our industry and its contribution to the community.
Whether it’s the homes we live in, the logistics facilities that move the economy, the offices where teams come together, or the shops and cafes where we eat and celebrate, 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 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 work with you to provide thought leadership, regulatory improvements, learning and business opportunities.
We are proud to be your strong 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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Future Directions Outlook
EstablishmentSydney, NSWTickets on sale -
Build-To-Rent Investment
The Fullerton HotelSydney, NSWTickets on sale -
Webinar – NSW Village Budgets
Online – Microsoft TeamsTickets 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 -
Lunch with the Premier
Brisbane Convention and Exhibition CentreSouth Brisbane, QLDTickets on sale -
Building Legislation Amendment Bill 2023– What you need to know
Minter EllisonSydney, NSW -
Yes in my backyard – Corporate Partner Lunch
The WestinPerth, WATickets on sale -
Rino Recycling Site Tour April
Rino Recycling FacilityPinkenba, QLDTickets on sale -
Future Directions: Meet the Leaders
Parmelia HiltonPerth, WATickets on sale -
Seminar: Urban redevelopment of strata schemes – New laws and processes
GadensBrisbane, QLDTickets on sale -
Explore Palmerston’s First Commercial-to-Residential Project
1 Mansfield St, Palmerston, NTPalmerston, Northern TerritoryTickets on sale -
DE+I Breakfast: Positive Impact of Reconciliation Commitments
AllensBrisbane, QLDTickets on sale -
Site Tour: The Future of Illawarra – Opportunities for Investment
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SA Leader’s Summit
Novotel Barossa Valley ResortRowland Flat, SATickets on sale -
Free Member Briefing – Property Sentiment in 2024
Central ParkPerth, WATickets on sale -
Annual Women in Property Lunch
The Fullerton HotelSydney, NSWTickets on sale
Latest News
Chief Executive | Skilled city building is nation’s urgent priority
For a moment, forget attracting global investment in building our future cities. Sadly, Victoria already has. Forget planning too.
Prefabricated homes in sights of nation’s building ministers
The nations building ministers see substantial potential to address Australia’s housing supply shortfall by promoting the growth of prefabricated and modular housing.
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.
New pathway to help property industry address modern slavery risk
The report from the Property Council and Edge Impact gives the industry steps to respect human rights and tackle modern slavery.
QLD moves ahead with rental reforms
The Queensland Government has introduced a suite of rental reforms into parliament, including changes for manufactured homes, which industry experts say will risk investment.
Stamp duty reforms introduced in Victorian parliament
Announced in the Budget last year, the Victorian Government has now introduced legislation to abolish stamp duty on commercial industrial properties.
Chief Executive | Property Council brings together the leaders
This weekend Tasmania heads to the polls.
Australia and the Future Cities Agenda: An essay
To set the scene to next week’s Future Cities Summit, world renowned urbanist Greg Clark has penned an essay addressing the core issues on the Summit agenda. Essential pre reading.
‘All about the residents’: Village Manger of the Year award winners crowned
From North Queensland to the NSW Central Coast, professionals within the retirement living sector have been honoured with prestigious Programmed Village Manager of the Year awards.
Office upgrades can save big on embodied carbon: report
Almost half a tonne of upfront embodied carbon can be saved for every square metre retained from an existing commercial office, when compared to an equivalent new-build project, according to Slattery.
Latest Media Releases
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.
Passage of Thin Capitalisation legislation will shrink government’s housing supply ambitions
The Property Council of Australia today said the passing of the Thin Capitalisation legislation through the Senate will shrink the government’s 1.2 million homes target at a time when the nation can least afford it.
Property Council welcomes Housing Support program kick off and says fund should be doubled
The Property Council of Australia today said the kick-off of the $500 million Housing Support program is a welcome step to help state and territory governments boost housing supply and should be doubled.
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.
Manufactured Homes regulation puts further squeeze on new housing supply
Queensland Parliament yesterday introduced changes to the Manufactured Homes (Residential Parks) Act 2003 (MHRP Act) that risk future investment into the sector whilst adding further pressure to the housing market.
Property Council ACT and Capital Region Executive Director reacts to Minister’s comments on halting urban sprawl
Property Council ACT and Capital Regional Executive Director Shane Martin said: “The housing supply that is needed to meet our growing population growth will come from building new suburbs as well as urban infill.”
Population figures underscore need for silver tsunami housing solution
The Retirement Living Council (RLC) is renewing its call for the Australian Government to include retirement communities as a key delivery component of achieving the National Housing Accord target to build 1.2 million new homes by 2029, following the release of fresh ABS figures.
“This is a once in a lifetime shot to get the electrification transition right”: Property Council
The Property Council is calling for the ACT Integrated Energy Plan (IEP) to have dedicated and considered reforms to support the transition of complex buildings to electric.
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.
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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