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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
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Regional
Wellington Quiz Night
Think you’ve got the brains to take the crown? Put your knowledge (and your team spirit) to the test at the annual Wellington Quiz Night at Generator’s Rumbles Bar,
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 2024.
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 tickets!
Thursday 7 November 2024
Tākina Convention Centre, Wellington
The Wellington Property People Awards celebrate and recognise the people behind the projects in the Wellington region.
Tickets for the Wellington Property People Awards are now available – book today!
Recent Submissions
Submission
Property Council submission on the Public Works Amendment (Critical Infrastructure) Bill 2025.
June 12, 2025
On 12 June 2025, the Property Council submitted on the Public Works Amendment (Critical Infrastructure) Bill 2025. Why this matters to our members The Bill aims to streamline land acquisition processes for public works related to projects listed in Schedule 2 of the Fast-track Approvals Act 2024, as well as Roads of National Significance. It recognises the importance of delivering essential infrastructure in a timely manner, while also ensuring that property owners whose land or interests are affected are appropriately compensated. Our view We support the overall intent of the Bill and welcome the Bill’s aim to reduce procedural delays and to promote more direct, transparent, and timely engagement between landowners and decision-makers. Read the full submission.
Submission
Property Council submission on Waipā District Council Local Water Done Well
June 6, 2025
On 9 June 2025, the Property Council submitted on Waipā District Council’s Local Water Done Well. Why this matters to our members The proposal for Waipā District Council to form a multi-Council Controlled Organisation (CCO) governed by an independent Board of Directors is important for our members as it will allow for a more strategic approach to decision-making and asset management. Our view We support the establishment of a CCO between Waipā District Council and Matamata-Piako, Hauraki, Ōtorohanga, Waitomo, South Waikato and Taupō to enhance governance standards and enable strategic, coordinated decision-making for water infrastructure. Councils across New Zealand have historically underinvested in infrastructure, resulting in today’s funding and financing challenges. The establishment of a CCO would allow a separate
Submission
Property Council submission on Waipā District Council Long Term Plan 2025-34
June 6, 2025
On 9 June 2025, the Property Council submitted on Waipā District Council’s Long Term Plan 2025-34. Why this matters to our members The Long Term Plan outlines the direction of Waipā District Council for the next nine years, so it is therefore important that decisions made by the Council have fair and equitable outcomes for the property sector. Our view Overall, we oppose the increases to rates and development contribution fees. At a high level, we recommended that Waipā District Council: Reduce the proposed rates increase to better reflect the financial reality of commercial and industrial businesses; Investigate alternative funding and financing mechanisms; Pause its draft development contributions review until the new levy system is in place; and Implement benchmarks
Contact Us
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:
