Join the conversation shaping Victoria’s property future. Register now to lock in your spot.

Join us for an unforgettable evening at the 2025 Melbourne Property Think Tank, a premier forum for industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators to explore the future of property development in Victoria.

This year’s event will tackle the economic, regulatory, and planning challenges slowing growth across the state and spotlight the bold ideas needed to overcome them.

Join us as keynote speaker, Richard Riordan MP, Shadow Minister for Planning and Housing, opens the session with a compelling keynote address. He’ll explore the pressing challenges facing Victoria’s property sector, from planning delays and escalating taxes to the broader economic implications for all Victorians. Richard will also present forward-thinking solutions to drive sustainable growth and future development.

Following the keynote, Richard will join a panel of industry experts to delve deeper into the issues and opportunities shaping Victoria’s property landscape:

• Linda Allison, CEO, UDIA Victoria - sharing strategic insights on what’s needed to accelerate progress across the sector.
• Jamie Govenlock, Director, Urbis - offering a grounded perspective on how current trends and policies are playing out in real-world developments.

Exclusive Insights: Gain knowledge from experts across the development, construction, and planning sectors.

Engaging Discussions: Explore the big challenges and bold ideas driving sustainable urban growth.

Networking Opportunities: Connect with Melbourne's most influential property minds.

We’ll conclude the evening with drinks, canapés, and engaging conversations at the W Melbourne, providing a relaxed and sophisticated setting to unwind and network.

Whether you're attending for the insights, the connections, or simply to enjoy an exceptional evening with your peers, this is an event not to be missed.

Property Think Tank events are a forum for our clients and industry leaders to exchange ideas and perspectives on current property development issues. We encourage engagement from the audience so come prepared with questions for our panellists or submit your questions in the registration form.

View the highlights from our Sydney event earlier this year below.

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Richard Riordan MP
Shadow Minister for Planning & Housing

Richard Riordan MP is the Shadow Minister for the Planning and Housing portfolios and State Member for Polwarth.

He is a seasoned Victorian parliamentarian and passionate advocate for regional communities. Richard has over a decade of experience in public service, business leadership, and community development.

Richard is focused on driving policy reform that enhances liveability, accessibility, and sustainability across Victoria. His previous shadow portfolios have spanned Emergency Services, Agriculture, Regional Victoria, and Public Transport - reflecting his broad expertise and commitment to improving infrastructure and services for all Victorians.

Before entering politics, Richard was the managing director of his family’s retail business and held leadership roles on the boards of Colac Area Health and the Corangamite Catchment Authority. His background in business and community governance informs his pragmatic and people-focused approach to policymaking. Known for his energetic advocacy and deep connection to regional issues, Richard is a compelling speaker on topics including housing policy, regional development, infrastructure planning, and community resilience.

Jamie Govenlock
Director | Urbis

Linda Allison
CEO | UDIA Victoria

Property Think Tank Brisbane 2025 Key Insights

Our Brisbane event examined Queensland’s property outlook through the lens of growth, regulation and opportunity. 

Martin Lakos, Division Director at Macquarie Bank, delivered an insightful economic forecast, setting the stage for a panel discussion that explored planning reform, skilled migration, and modular construction as key drivers of housing supply and affordability. 

Read more here.

Property Think Tank Sydney 2025 Key Insights

Our Sydney event gathered industry leaders in economics, investment and urban planning to examine the key policy, pricing and planning factors shaping the property market this year.

Nerida Conisbee, Chief Economist at Ray White, delivered an economic overview on housing supply and affordability to set the context for a robust discussion on unlocking development potential and driving sustainable growth across New South Wales.

Read more here.

Gold Coast Property Think Tank 2025 

Date: Thursday 30 October 2025 

Save the date for our Gold Coast Property Think Tank. Details will be shared shortly. We look forward to welcoming you.