Regional
Otago Corporate Golf Day
Swing into the new year with the ultimate client-hosting and networking event for Otago property professionals. 🏌️♂️ Join us for the Property Council’s annual Otago Corporate Golf Day, where business
Welcome to
Te Waipounamu
The South Island is on the cusp of a new era with some of the country’s largest ever projects set to grow and enhance our city centres.
Our region will see the rollout of key regeneration projects for Christchurch’s city centre and the first stage of Dunedin’s new public hospital build. These projects reflect the vision, commitment and leadership of our members and the strength of our communities.
The often talked about opportunities that would arise, particularly in tourism, hospitality and retail are now fast becoming a reality, and these will continue to drive the South Island’s economy. In Christchurch, the Global Settlement was an important milestone and we’ll continue to work towards the city’s return to local leadership by engaging and assisting local and central government, and key regeneration agencies. The vision of the Blueprint and Central City Recovery Plan is coming to life in central Christchurch. It reflects the vision, commitment and leadership of property, New Zealand’s largest industry. We have a reshaped city; now it is time to make it thrive.
Our members will benefit from our advocacy across multiple topics as we go into bat on their behalf to open the doors for further development and supporting infrastructure. Key areas include:
- Building system reform
- Resource management reform
- Infrastructure funding and procurement
- Local authority funding (including vigilance in respect of inequitable funding models)
These issues will have a huge impact on the future of the property sector and it’s our job to ensure that the collective voice of our members is heard by policy makers.
Tom Chatterton
Rider Levett Bucknall
South Island Regional Chair
South Island
Advocacy Priority
In the regions, our regular projects include Long-term Plans, Annual Plans, District and Spatial Plans, rates differentials and development contributions. In addition to this, each Regional Committee also choose one priority to focus on for the year, with the South Island’s being:
"Investing in the future of our cities and communities – facilitating certainty and unlocking opportunities for growth through stronger stakeholder relationships."
Regional Events
Regional
March Mixer: Queenstown Edition
Toast to 2026 in true Queenstown style! Join the Property Council community for an evening of connection and fresh energy as we raise a glass to the start of
Regional
Christchurch Ladies Learn to Golf
Don’t know your nine iron from your wedge? Neither do we! Join us for a light-hearted, enjoyable afternoon as we improve our golfing prowess at the Property Council Ladies
South Island
Regional Committee
The South Island Regional Committee assists the Property Council team to formulate our local advocacy strategy and plan member events and initiatives in the region.
The current Committee is in effect from 1 November 2025.
Local Government
Briefing Paper
The Local Government Briefing Paper has been produced in advance of the 2025 Local Government Elections to provide candidates – many of whom are unfamiliar with the property industry – with a simple guide to the challenges faced, solutions available and potential impact for their city or region.
The document outlines five key workstreams:
- Foster stronger relationships with the property sector
- Improve local government funding and financing
- Fairer investment in infrastructure
- Connect regional planning and transport; and
- Increase housing supply and improve consenting.
Singing off the same song sheet nationwide also helps ensure consistency across our national and regional advocacy workstreams. It is a working document that will evolve over time as policies are announced and issues arise, with the current version available for download by members upon logging in here. 👉
Book your seat!
Tickets now available
Friday 7 November 2025
Ōtautahi, Christchurch
The South Island Property People Awards celebrate and recognise the people behind the projects in the South Island region.
In 2024, we brought together a crowd of 250 guests for an unforgettable evening of exceptional networking and celebration.
Don’t miss the networking event of the year – book now!
Recent Submissions
Submission
Property Council submission to Auckland Council on Plan Change 120: Housing Intensification and Resilience
December 19, 2025
On 19 December 2025, Property Council submitted to Auckland Council on Plan Change 120: Housing Intensification and Resilience (“PC120”). Why this matters to our members More density across the city will lead to greater housing affordability, better urban development, and higher productivity, supporting growth in existing and new communities through meaningful engagement. Our view Property Council supports various aspects of PC120, including the broad intensification of Auckland across walkable catchments, town centres and metropolitan areas. However, we have concerns about some aspects of PC120. As it stands currently, PC120 lacks clarity and detail about how various proposed provisions will be implemented, especially those related to specific urban design requirements, and natural hazard overlays. With targeted adjustments, we believe that PC120
Submission
Property Council submission to the Electricity Authority on reducing barriers for new connections
December 18, 2025
On 18 December 2025, Property Council submitted to the Electricity Authority on the reducing barriers for new connections consultation. This consultation seeks feedback on proposals to address inefficiently high up-front charges some face when wanting to connect to distribution networks. It should be noted that this consultation is seeking feedback on an interim solution ahead of possible further changes to be made to connection pricing in 2030. Why this matters to our members Property Council supports the Electricity Authority’s intent to regulated high up-front connection charges and distributor obligations. High connection charges are an issue of significance for our membership, as it directly impacts development feasibility. Our members struggle with a lack of consistency, high costs, delays and a lack
Submission
Property Council submission to Future Proof on the Hamilton to Tauranga Corridor Spatial Study
November 28, 2025
On 28 November 2025, Property Council submitted to Future Proof on the Hamilton to Tauranga Corridor Spatial Study. This study looks to enable growth along the Hamilton to Tauranga transport corridor and seeks feedback on potential options and scenarios. Why this matters to our members Property Council supports the spatial study as an important step toward a long-term spatial strategy for the Waikato-Bay of Plenty region. It is crucial that this region shares a coordinated approach to residential, commercial and industrial development. Our view Our submission supports Future Proof’s work in creating a growth strategy for this region; however, we have some reservations at this stage of the study. Infrastructure funding and financing will be a key concern, dictating where
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Help champion the
South Island property industry
Property Council has several dynamic and engaged member taskforces and committees, who provide insight and support our team with a range of initiatives. These groups are ever-changing and are open to all members.
We also have numerous opportunities for sponsors to partner with us to produce and support local events.
Please contact your Regional Manager for further information:
