The property sector directly accounts for almost 11 per cent of South Australia’s economic activity. We’re advocating for greater infrastructure delivery and increased inbound investment – both critical to ensuring continued economic development and prosperity for all South Australians. Sustainable development and increasing quality, affordable housing choice also remain central to our focus.
Through our work, events and programs, we deliver value for all our South Australian members to uplift the industry and help grow our beautiful state.
Campaigns & Submissions
SA Local Government Engagement Submission
The Property Council welcomes the opportunity to provide comment to the Office of Local Government on its Discussion Paper, the Local Government Participation and Elections Review. We understand the Office is seeking feedback on the proposed targets against four key topics. Our response focuses on two key areas outlined in the Discussion Paper.
1. Increasing voter turnout and broadening representation
2. Enhancing community engagement throughout the council term
SA Property Council 2024-25 Pre-Budget Submission
The advocacy agenda of the Property Council in South Australia can be summarised under three main headings: A competitive tax, planning and business environment, accelerating the supply and diversity of built assets, and increasing transparency between the private sector and all levels of Government.
Federal Pre-Budget 2024-25 Submission
Beyond a twentieth century tax system, the greatest economic and social cohesion challenge Australia faces is the delivery of affordable new homes for renters and purchasers as well adequate supply for those who rely on government housing support.
Our priorities for South Australia
Promoting growth opportunities for South Australia underpins our priorities, and sensible tax reform is essential to achieving this. We’re advocating for a nation-leading planning and development framework, continued leadership in sustainable development initiatives and greater local government efficiency.
Vibrant cities and towns, choice of housing and investment in the growing retirement living sector are also key to our advocacy and South Australia’s economic development.
Latest media releases
Property Council Budget Submission reiterates its call to unlock housing by funding trunk infrastructure in State Budget
The Property Council has reiterated its call for the Malinauskas Government to unlock housing sites by debt funding water and sewerage trunk infrastructure in the upcoming State Budget.
SA/NT Retirement Village Manager of the Year crowned
Levande’s John Neill has been crowned as the 2024 Programmed SA/NT Village Manager of the Year at a Property Council industry event yesterday.
Vacancy rate climbs with Adelaide’s modernising skyline – but what’s behind the numbers?
Underwritten by the fifth consecutive increase in new high-quality CBD office supply, Adelaide’s vacancy rate has continued to climb in in the latest Property Council Office Market Report.
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South Australian Division Council
Comprised of 15 elected members from across the industry, the South Australian Division Council directs the state's strategy and activity in line with the National Board's vision.
The role of the South Australian Division Council is to best represent the collective interests of South Australian members. Members are nominated by industry peers and elected for a two-year term, with the South Australian President also securing a position on the National Board. Division Councils are responsible for all local initiatives, and also leverage the Property Council’s campaigns to achieve state based results. The current Division Council representatives commenced their tenure in March 2023.
South Australian Committees
The Property Council’s agenda for South Australia is guided by more than 220 property professionals who make up 12 specific industry Committees.
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.
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.
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
South Australia’s first institutional build-to-rent project gets approval
US build-to-rent (BTR) investor Sentinel Real Estate is continuing to expand its Australian footprint after securing approval for South Australia’s first institutional BTR project.
Stamp duty waived for first home buyers in SA Budget
Discover the impacts of the recent South Australian budget on the property industry following the announcement that stamp duty for first-time home buyers will be waived.
‘Capital goes where it’s welcome’ as retirement living reforms continue
With legislative reforms in the retirement living space happening concurrently around the country, the Retirement Living Council Executive Director Daniel Gannon argues governments need to strike a balance between investment and regulation.
Programs
Our programs and initiatives help promote a strong future and encourage a more diverse and inclusive industry. Find out more about programs that might interest you.
500 Women in Property
500 Women in Property helps our members promote female talent and empower them to advance in the workforce. The program aims to accelerate more women into leadership positions in the property industry through sponsorship of high-potential talent. Men and women can get involved as sponsors, and women as participants.
Champions of Change
The Champions of Change Coalition is a globally recognised strategy for advancing gender equality and building respectful, inclusive workplaces. We established the Champions of Change Property Group in 2015 to advance this cause in the sector, and today the group involves leaders who oversee more than 25,000 employees.
Girls in Property
Girls in Property is a program that informs high school students of the various career paths available across the property industry. It aims to generate a more diverse pipeline of talent by encouraging more women into the sector. Students gain insights into the industry and hear from leaders about what a career in property looks like.
Corporate Partners
Corporate Partners are member companies that partner with us to sponsor events, programs or campaigns.
We are deeply grateful to our Corporate Partners for their contributions. These partnerships enable us to deliver quality work and experiences for our members, which in turn benefits the entire South Australian property industry.