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.
Campaigns & Submissions
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 Local Governments edition has now been released, offering 19 policy recommendations tailored for local governments.
Building a vibrant future for Perth
The Property Council of WA’s City of Perth election platform, Building a Vibrant Future for Perth, is dedicated to championing initiatives that will foster growth and prosperity for the City and highlights where initiatives align with priorities outlined in the City of Perth Budget for 2023-24.
Response to Draft Operational Policy 2.3 – Public Open Space
The Property Council disputes the underlying premise presented in draft Operational Policy 2.3, that there is a deficit of public open space across WA.
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
2023 WA Property Awards
The Claremont Hotel, the team behind Karrinyup Shopping Centre and property leader Adrian Fini were among the winners of the WA Property Awards on Saturday night.
Promising Future for WA’s Big Home Build: A streamlined approvals system for small, medium and large projects
Western Australia’s journey toward meeting its housing needs for future growth took a significant step forward today as Planning Reform Phase 2 was unveiled.
Property leaders hit the road to tackle housing supply
The South West region is experiencing its strongest period of growth in more than ten years, with conditions likely to be maintained over the years ahead.
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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.
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Latest news
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.
Chipping away at barriers to WA’s housing supply
Even though Western Australia takes the crown as the most affordable state in Australia, it’s not exempt from its fair share of housing supply challenges. Property Council Executive Director Sandra Brewer explores how the state budget tackles barriers to increasing housing supply.
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.