A fantastic Built-to-Rent (BTR) panel and keynote session confirmed Australia isn’t building enough homes.
A packed room, and expert contributions from:
- Jack Bergin, Head of Living, Capital Markets, Australia, JLL
- Princess Ventura, Regional Director, Urbis
- Sally Franklin, Chief Operating Officer, Real Estate, Investa
- Scott Mosely, CEO, Funds Management, Mirvac Group
- Yasmin Booker, BtR Asset Manager, Aware Real Estate / Aware Super
With a recent Property Council report showing an expected 400,000 dwelling shortfall by the National Housing Accord deadline of 2029, BTR is no longer a niche play – it’s essential.
Key takeaways from our BTR event:
- Investor Confidence is Growing – Offshore capital has driven early momentum, but local super funds are now taking interest. With stabilised assets delivering long-term, secure income, the sector is maturing fast.
- Regulatory Wins (and Gaps) – Recent tax and planning reforms have helped, but foreign investment surcharges, GST hurdles, and slow planning approvals still need fixing. The UK’s success proves BTR thrives when policy settings support it.
- Shifting Tenant Expectations – Affordability and location matter more than luxury amenities. Renters want energy efficiency, transport links, and flexible living options -BTR must deliver on these.
With thousands more new units set for delivery in the next year, momentum is building. The challenge? Unlocking more capital and cutting red tape to scale up BTR as a real solution to Australia’s housing crisis.
Thank you to our event sponsor KONE.
