The retail sector has seen significant change over the past decade with the shift to digital and omni-channel purchasing. Critical to Australia’s economy and jobs creation, the industry has responded with innovation and community-building initiatives that create places where people want to gather and socialise, as well as visit for their daily shopping needs.
Our research and insights provide the latest statistics on retail sales, asset values and stock, plus thought leadership and trends across the retail sector.
This page collates our suite of information, resources, industry committees and events related to the retail sector.
Upcoming Events
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Our Industry Committees
There are a number of Committees across the country dedicated to advancing our work related to the retail sector.
Industry Committees are made up of 12-25 property professionals from around Australia, who are experts in the relevant field. 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.
To learn more about our industry-specific Committees click below.
Research
The Property Council’s research team produces a suite of industry data directly related to the retail sector.
Benchmarks: Retail – VIC 2024
Please note this product is a pre-order. The results of the annual Benchmarks survey are designed to provide owners and managers with a reliable tool for evaluating the performance
Benchmarks: Retail – WA 2024
Please note this product is a pre-order. The results of the annual Benchmarks survey are designed to provide owners and managers with a reliable tool for evaluating the performance
Benchmarks: Office & Retail- National 2024
Please note this product is a pre-order. The results of the annual Benchmarks survey are designed to provide owners and managers with a reliable tool for evaluating the performance
Campaigns & Submissions
View campaigns and submissions related to the retail sector.
City of Adelaide Draft 2023-24 Business Plan and Budget
The Property Council thanks the Adelaide City Council for this opportunity to make a submission on behalf of its South Australian members in relation to the Draft 2023-24 Business Plan and Budget.
Proposed Retail Leases Regulation 2022
The Property Council has engaged in consultation with our members on the changes proposed to retail leases across NSW and in principle do not have major concerns with the inclusion
Retail and Commercial Leases Act 1995 (SA) – Rental Threshold
The Property Council of Australia takes this opportunity to strongly discourage the threshold from being raised and provides the following data, analysis, commentary, and information to support this position for
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
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Two Perth mall deals show ‘strengthening demand’
Two major supermarket deals worth $627 million in Perth, within just two days of one another, signal a renewed confidence in the retail sector.
State and Territory Development of the Year winners announced
Find out the 2024 Rider Levett Bucknall State/Territory Development of the Year Award winners in your jurisdiction in the lead up to the Innovation and Excellence Awards next month.
Commercial real estate market experiences value adjustments
The Australian commercial real estate market experienced significant value adjustments in Q2 2024. Ben Martin-Henry provides an overview of the Property Council/MSCI Australia Annual Property Index.
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.