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QLD

Be a Queenslander

It’s time to be a Queenslander – it’s time for policy makers to make bold and brave actions, that shape the Queensland we all deserve.

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NSW

2024-25 NSW Budget Analysis

The NSW Treasurer’s second Budget responds to the Property Council of Australia’s calls for measures to address the housing supply, affordability and feasibility crisis.

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TAS

Unlocking Affordable Housing

This paper presents an assessment of alternative mechanisms that Government can consider in supporting the delivery of new affordable rental accommodation – particularly over the short to medium term – to take pressure off the broader housing market. The Paper also examines how the Tasmanian Government can work with the private investor market to accelerate the supply of affordable rental accommodation.

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National

Guide to Social and Indigenous procurement

The Guide provides practical advice to businesses looking to extend their social impact through their procurement choices and show cases the significant work already underway through a series of case studies.

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WA

Yes In My Backyard: Changing mindsets on the pathway to housing abundance

Western Australia has fallen behind in the delivery of new homes, and the shortfall is set to increase by a further 25,000 homes by the end of 2027.

Overcoming this challenge is going to need the collective effort of the entire WA community – the state government and private sector can’t do it alone.

We must be unequivocal, housing is a community problem, and it requires a community solution. An overhaul in thinking is needed to help us deliver the homes needed to house every West Australian.

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National

Human Rights and Modern Slavery

The Property Council of Australia, in partnership with Edge Impact, has launched a ground-breaking new resource the ‘Pathway to Respecting Human Rights and Addressing Modern Slavery Risks’.

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RLC

Shared Care

The Retirement Living Council presents this important report and commend it to industry, consumers and governments around Australia: Shared Care.

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National

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.

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National

Every Building Counts 2023 Edition

Every Building Counts, jointly developed by the Property Council of Australia and Green Building Council of Australia, sets out policy recommendations which provide a roadmap for governments towards a greener, healthier, more equitable built environment. Every Building Counts – For State & Territory Governments edition has now been released, offering eight key policy recommendations.

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RLC

Better Housing for Better Health

The Retirement Living Council has released the Better Housing for Better Health report, which outlines the industry’s contribution to housing, healthcare and the 250,000 people who live in age-friendly communities

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National

A stark reality

Part One in a thought leadership series on housing choice and affordability for a growing Australia.

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NSW

2023 NSW Election Platform

NSW needs a plan for our state’s long-term future. The Property Council of Australia has devised one. It is not just an aspirational plan for the future of NSW – but a plan to deliver it.

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QLD

Queensland interstate land tax

In December 2021, the Property Council launched a campaign in response to the Queensland Government’s announcement of a new ‘land tax adjustment’ for property ownership in Queensland.

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QLD

A home for every Queenslander

A home for every Queenslander is a position paper we released in September 2022 to highlight the housing affordability crisis unfolding in Queensland, and to help safeguard access to quality homes for all Queenslanders.

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QLD

#whynotperth?

#whynotperth? was a campaign launched by the Property Council in September 2022 to attract skilled talent to Western Australia to help address critical worker shortages plaguing the industry.

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National

Our Dream

It’s always been the Great Australian Dream… but our new research shows a staggering 70 per cent of voters fear home ownership is now out of reach of most Australians.

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SA

#GoToTown

The #GoToTown campaign was launched by the South Australian government in Spring 2022, to help encourage people to get back to the CBD and support businesses in Adelaide impacted by the pandemic.

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National

Every Building Counts

Every building counts: A practical plan for emissions reduction, is a policy toolkit jointly developed by the Property Council of Australia and Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA) focused on emissions reduction across the property industry.

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National

Creating for Generations

Creating for Generations was a major campaign we ran throughout 2018 to help educate community, governments, business and other stakeholders about the critically important role the property industry plays in Australian society.

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Our campaigns and submissions underpin our advocacy, building community and key stakeholder support for ideas that will move the industry forward. 

By leading conversations, educating stakeholders and undertaking the latest research, we are a trusted adviser for governments and peak bodies. Our deep relationships with decision makers across the country means we have a seat at the table to contribute to the big discussions at the right time. With an impressive track record and strong licence to operate, we work collaboratively with members and partners to tackle relevant matters of public policy in the interest of all Australians.  

Our advocacy is guided by our commitment to positive social impact and our purpose to create great cities, strong economies and sustainable communities.  On behalf of our members we contribute ideas and solutions to complex problems to benefit everyone. And while we’re not afraid to bring hard and complex topics to the table for discussion, we take a proactive, solutions-focused approach that will help create a better future for everyone.