The Capital Markets Division is focused on domestic and international capital markets and the investments that enable our property economy. We champion strong and transparent real estate capital markets through our advocacy, thought leadership and networking opportunities, and position Australia as a global opportunity for investment.
Through our events and advocacy, we deliver value for members by influencing industry and government at the highest levels. Our advocacy agenda encompasses tax, financial reporting, market regulation, debt and capital markets and inbound and outbound investment initiatives.
Campaigns & Submissions
Submission on the Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing Amendment Bill 2024
The Property Council of Australia (the Property Council) welcomes the opportunity to respond to the Senate Legal and Constitutional Affairs Committee’s inquiry into the Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing Amendment Bill 2024 (the Bill).
Mergers and acquisitions reform – notification thresholds – carve out or material amendments needed
Treasury’s consultation paper (the paper) on the reporting thresholds under the reforms to Australia’s merger and acquisition regime demonstrates an arguably worthy intent to change behaviour in other sectors that will make housing among other property and city assets a lot more costly.
Strengthening the foreign resident CGT Regime – Submission
The Property Council of Australia (the Property Council) welcomes the opportunity to respond to Treasury’s exposure draft of the Treasury Laws Amendment Bill 2024: Acquisitions (the proposed reforms).
Upcoming Events
Our priorities for Capital Markets
- Open capital flows – Promote initiatives that boost flows of equity and debt capital into the property industry to create great cities, strong economies and sustainable communities.
- Property as an investment class – Ensure regulatory frameworks do not unfairly discriminate against property as an investment class – whether the investment is held directly or through a listed or unlisted property fund.
- A competitive investment framework for property – Champion a globally competitive framework for collective investment in property that attracts patient, long term capital across all real estate sectors, including residential housing.
- Fair and efficient property taxes – Push for fairer and more efficient property taxes and support the drive for economic growth through a whole-of-system review of Australia’s tax settings.
- Reduce regulatory burden for businesses – A continuous reform agenda to strip back unnecessary regulation and red tape that act as a barrier to investment in property, spanning across accounting standards, corporate governance and ESG reporting frameworks, managed investment scheme regulations, superannuation regulations, foreign investment framework, income tax and GST.
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Capital Markets Division Council
Made up of 20 members from across the industry, the Capital Markets Division Council provides strategic guidance in line with the National Board's vision.
The role of the Capital Markets Division Council is to best represent the collective interests of Capital Markets members. Members are nominated by industry peers and appointed for a two-year term, with the Capital Markets President also securing a position on the National Board. The current Division Council representatives commenced their tenure in March 2023.
Capital Markets Committees
The Property Council’s agenda for Capital Markets is guided by more than 150 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 agenda. Members have the opportunity to contribute to important, focused industry discussions while building their professional networks and knowledge.Â
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.
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.Â
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
Capital Markets finishes 2024 strong
It has certainly been a busy few months as we close out 2024.
November advocacy updates
From the wholesale investor test to capital gains tax, an update on some of the advocacy priorities for the Capital Markets Division, its committees and working groups.
AML/CTF reforms on the cusp of moving forward
New framework will cover real estate professionals for the first time.