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Wellington Corporate Golf Day 2026
Get into the swing of 2026! The epic Wellington Corporate Golf Day is back! Bigger and brighter than ever. ⛳ Renowned as the premier corporate golf day in
Welcome to
Te Whanganui-a-Tara
According to the most recent Property Industry Impact Report, the property industry contributed $8.6 billion to the Wellington economy.
This includes a direct impact of $3.6 billion and flow-on (indirect and induced) impacts of $2.2 and $2.7 billion respectively. It is important to note that this does not include capital gains from the appreciation of land and property values. In addition, 24,820 employees were directly employed in the property industry, accounting for 9% of total employment in Wellington. That is a significant involvement by our members and others.
The cost of doing business in Wellington remains high, with ever-increasing commercial rates and seismic issues leading to high insurance premiums that inhibit the city’s prosperity.
As a region, we are continuing to effect change through our advocacy, events program, and collaboration with like-minded organisations including, of course, Wellington City Council.
To do that we need your support. Our members are at the very core of what we do every day. Get involved! Also, please tell us what you seek from your membership, what events, topics and speakers you would like to hear.
Melissa McGhie
Rolle Property
Wellington Regional Chair
Wellington
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 Wellington’s being:
"A city that is vibrant, open for business, and focused on sustainability and investment in essential infrastructure."
Regional Events
Regional
Wellington Development Stocktake
Taking stock of the Wellington development landscape As we wrap up the financial year, join us for a clear and timely snapshot of the factors shaping Wellington’s development landscape —
Wellington
Regional Committee
The Wellington 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. 👉
Ngā mihi nui
Thank you!
Friday 14 November 2025
Tākina Convention Centre, Wellington
Friday 14 November saw us host an unforgettable night of connection, celebration, and recognition at the 2025 Wellington Property People Awards!
Over 380 industry leaders, changemakers and rising stars joined us in honouring the people driving progress across the region. Thank you to everyone who helped celebrate the occasion, and congratulations to all the winners!
We’ll be back in 2026!
Recent Submissions
Submission
Property Council submission the Environment Select Committee on the Planning Bill and Natural Environment Bill
February 13, 2026
On Friday 13 February 2026, Property Council submitted to the Environment Select Committee on the Planning Bill and Natural Environment Bill. Why this matters to our members The current RMA is no longer fit for purpose, as it has become overly slow and complex, and has often been subject to political shifts with changes in government. We need a system that provides certainty and enables development in the right place at the right time. Our view Property Council commends the Government for taking a major step toward a more outcomes-focused resource management system. Property Council members support many aspects of the proposed framework, including stronger national direction, clearer plan hierarchies, consolidated plan architecture, higher effects thresholds, and enhanced accountability. These
Submission
Property Council submission to the Commerce Commission on Commission’s Approach Paper on Price-Quality Path for Watercare
February 5, 2026
On 5 February 2026, Property Council submitted to the Commerce Commission on the Commission’s Approach Paper on Price-Quality Path for Watercare. Why this matters to our members Property Council New Zealand (“Property Council”) welcomes the opportunity to submit on the Commerce Commission’s (“Commission”) intended regulatory architecture of a price-quality path (“PQP”) for Watercare. PQP is a binding regulatory decision that structurally sets the maximum revenue a monopoly provider can earn and the minimum service quality it must meet over a fixed period. The framework defines the rules for how long-lived water assets are financially recovered over time. Our members are directly affected by infrastructure growth charges (“IGCs”). IGCs are upfront charges paid by developers to help fund new water infrastructure
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
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Help champion the
Wellington 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:
