Program
Please note this program is subject to change without notice.
Monday 31 March 2025
Time
Session information
2:00pm – 5:00pm
Site tours
Join us for an exclusive guided tour of three outstanding build-to-rent developments in the Melbourne CBD.
Get an inside look at innovative design, amenities, and lifestyle features while learning about maintenance and daily operations along with development and feasibility insights.
2:00pm – 2:45pm: Novus on Sturt (Kindly hosted by Novus)
3:00pm – 3:45pm: LIV Aston (Kindly hosted by Mirvac)
4:15pm – 5:00pm: Local: Kensington (Kindly hosted by Local:)
Site tours are only available to registered delegates of this event. Bookings can be made by emailing
[email protected].
Tuesday 1 April 2025
Time
Session information
8:00am – 8:45am
Registration
8:45am – 9:00am
Welcome
9:00am – 9:15am Â
Property Industry Foundation: Youth Homeless Matters Day
Tim Slattery
Managing Partner, ASA Real Estate Partners, Chair, Victorian Board of Advisors and Board Member, Property Industry Foundation
9:15am – 9:45am
Sponsored by
Session 1
A National Priority: The Hon Clare O’Neil MP, Minister for Housing
Global economic and political uncertainty, cost of living pressures, the decarbonisation of our economy, and, most evident of all, a national housing crisis, mean that the next government must work constructively with the private sector to drive our nation forward and deliver the homes that Australia desperately needs.
With a looming federal election, hear directly from Minister for Housing and Homelessness, Clare O’Neil on the government’s priorities shaping the future of the property sector.
Keynote
9:45am – 10:30am
Sponsored by
Session 2
A More Productive Nation
Market capacity and labour scarcity are the key construction cost drivers to the end of the decade. In many markets, project viability remains clouded by systemic planning challenges, labour shortages and cost of construction pressures.
Hear from Chair of the Productivity Commission, Danielle Wood, who will reveal the findings and recommendations from their inquiry into the residential construction sector. We’ll also hear from pioneering industry experts who are creating innovative solutions to enhance construction productivity through modern methods of construction, technology, AI and more.
Keynote
PanelÂ
10:30am – 11:00am
Morning Tea
11:00am – 11:45am
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Session 3
Demographic Changes Shaping Australian Housing
Australia’s population is changing. Lower birth rates, increasing life expectancy and sustained migration require long-term strategy and investment in housing across the spectrum to meet consumers at different points of their life cycle.
This session will take us through the demographic data shaping the future of our cities, communities and homes, before we hear how changing consumer preferences are impacting the design and delivery of housing.
Keynote
Panel
11:45am – 12:30pmÂ
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Session 4
Capital Flow and Investment
Australia exists in a competitive global environment for capital and institutional investors. They evaluate the best, stable returns unconstrained by national borders. Find out what’s driving local and global institutional investment in housing.
Keynote
Panel
12:30pm – 1:30pm
Networking Lunch
1:30pm – 2:00pm
Sponsored by
Session 5
The Coalition’s Vision: The Hon Michael Sukkar MP, Shadow Minister for Housing
Housing affordability and cost of living pressures are cited as key issues for voters in the lead up to the federal election.
The Hon Michael Sukkar MP, Shadow Minister for Housing and Homelessness will outline the coalition’s plans to overcome housing supply constraints, boost home ownership, and support enabling infrastructure.
Keynote
2:00pm – 2:45pmÂ
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Session 6
Building successful partnerships to deliver affordable housing for all Australians
Coordination and partnerships between government, industry and civil society will be critical to delivering affordable homes across the full housing system. The National Housing Accord includes a commitment to deliver 20,000 affordable homes and support from the Commonwealth to finance the delivery of more social and affordable housing.
Hear from recently appointed CEO of Housing Australia, Scott Langford, Famey Williams, Chief Executive of NSW Aboriginal Housing Office, and Wendy Hayhurst, CEO of CHIA, as they share insights into enhancing collaboration with industry and government to address the housing challenge.
Panel
2:45pm – 3:15pm
Session 7
Emerging Sector Spotlight: Land lease
Australia’s $12 billion land lease sector is rapidly growing. With affordability and flexibility now top of mind for consumers, land lease communities offer the right mix of housing security, social connectivity and locations.
Serenitas CEO, Von Slater, will provide an overview of this emerging housing sector, outlining why customers are increasingly attracted to these lifestyle-driven communities.
3:15pm – 3:45pm
Afternoon Tea
3:45pm – 4:30pm
Sponsored by
Session 8
Workforce Reform to Boost Housing Supply
We’re going to need more workers across all disciplines – from architects and engineers to skilled trades – to deliver on the Federal Government’s target of 1.2 million well-located homes by 2029.
Brendan Coates is the Grattan Institute’s Housing and Economic Security Program Director and recognised thought leader on both housing and migration policy. He’ll share his unique analysis and insights on where the best bang for buck reform can be made to get the skilled workers and boots on the ground we need to build more homes.
Keynote
Sponsor introduction
4:30pm – 4:45pmÂ
Wrap & Close
4:45pm – 6:00pm
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