Media Releases

Industry Welcomes Commitment to Canberra Convention and Entertainment Centre – But Urges Action on City-wide Planning

The Property Council of Australia today welcomed the ACT Government’s call for cross-party support to progress the new Canberra Convention and Entertainment Centre, hailing it as an important city-shaping opportunity to boost jobs, attract visitors and support economic growth.

Stamp duty exemption must be first of many steps to boost property sector

The Property Council has welcomed the state government’s plan to extend stamp duty exemptions for eligible off-the-plan apartments, units and townhouses for another 12 months, but says more urgently needs to be done to boost the sector.

Hunter, Central Coast Holding Up, But the Clock Is Ticking on Delivery

New building approvals data shows the Hunter and Central Coast regions continue to outperform much of NSW when it comes to housing approvals – but meeting long-term targets will depend on faster precinct planning and greater State Government support.

Illawarra Shoalhaven Sets a Strong Pace on Housing Approvals

New building approvals data released today show councils in the Illawarra-Shoalhaven are setting a strong pace compared to others in NSW, but home approvals are still projected to fall short of meeting State Government housing targets under the National Housing Accord.

Home Approvals Still Falling Short of Housing Accord Target

New council level ABS building approvals data released today shows that NSW’s housing delivery pipeline remains under significant pressure, with approvals tracking well below the pace needed to meet the Government’s Housing Accord targets, nine months into the five-year agreement.

Property Council congratulates new Federal Liberal leader and deputy

The Property Council of Australia today congratulated Sussan Ley and Ted O’Brien on their elections as Leader and Deputy Leader of the Liberal Party.

Property Council welcomes new Cabinet – urges pro-investment attitude across government

The Property Council of Australia has welcomed the appointment of the new Albanese Cabinet and encouraged the government to pursue a pro-cities, pro-investment agenda.

Welcome Relief, But More Needed to Revive Night-time Economy 

The Property Council of Australia has welcomed the ACT Government’s announcement of free parking and other targeted support for businesses impacted by Light Rail construction but says more needs to be done to revitalise Civic’s struggling night-time economy. 

ACT Needs a Housing Taskforce to Turn Approvals into Homes 

The Property Council has called on the ACT Government to establish a new Housing Taskforce, based on the successful NSW model, to fast-track approved housing and resolve the logjams preventing new homes from being built. 

Commonwealth must get on with the job to support older Australians

The Retirement Living Council (RLC) is calling on the re-elected Albanese Government to hit the ground running and address serious issues impacting older Australians “before it’s too late”.