Property Council members shape New Zealand’s cities, one property at a time. They are the dreamers, the makers and the doers who bring to life spaces for Kiwis to live, work, shop and play.
Property is New Zealand’s number one industry, accounting for 15% of our total GDP ($41.2 billion) and employs around 200,000 New Zealanders every year. There are nearly $1.6 trillion in property assets nationwide. As an industry, we are committed to getting policy settings right so we can get on with building our nation.
Over the last couple of years, we have seen unprecedented times, with a global pandemic that resulted in the nation going into ‘lockdown’ in 2020 and temporarily pushing pause on our construction and building sectors. Moving forward, New Zealanders need confidence in our economy in order to prepare for future growth. New Zealand needs investment in robust infrastructure and sustainable and resilient cities that can weather whatever the future holds. It is critical we shift the conversation from ‘problems’ to ‘solutions’, focusing on the outcomes we want to achieve, and how to get there.
The Property Council National Briefing Paper has been crafted in partnership with members, proposing a range of policy initiatives that aim to shape thriving cities and communities. These include reforming the planning system, increasing housing supply, encouraging smarter investment and improving the sustainability and resilience of our building stock.
This platform aims to spark conversation, raise questions and engage policy makers to consider alternative solutions to the hurdles our country is facing. We look forward to working with policy makers to create thriving cities, communities and opportunities for all New Zealanders.
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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:
Driving Auckland’s growth by removing regulatory barriers and red tape to accelerate the delivery of smart, integrated property, transport, and infrastructure for connected sustainable communities, starting with the City Centre.
Contact Bella Leddy for further information.
Advocate for the property industry to support a vibrant, open-for-business and affordable Wellington region that attracts people.
Contact Bella Leddy for further information.
A thriving and resilient region with effective, affordable and timely infrastructure that enables quality development, investment and growth.
Contact Bella Leddy for further information.
Enabling development and investment across the South Island by strengthening stakeholder relationships.
Contact Sandamali Ambepitiya for further information.
On 27 March 2025, Property Council submitted on Christchurch City Council’s Draft Annual Plan 2026/27. Why this matters to our members Property Council advocates for the creation and retention of
On 25 March 2025, Property Council submitted on Auckland Council’s Annual Plan 2026/2027. Why this matters to our members Auckland Council’s Annual Plan 2026/2027 sets out the Council’s objectives for
On 18 March 2026, Property Council made a submission on the Health and Safety at Work Amendment Bill. Why this matters to our members Property Council welcomes the introduction of
On 20 February 2026, Property Council submitted to the Department of Internal Affairs on the ‘Supporting Growth through a Development Levies System’ consultation document. Why this matters to our members
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Property Council has several dynamic and engaged member taskforces, who provide insight and support our advocacy team on a range of issues, from Build-to-Rent and resource management reform, to infrastructure funding and changes to the building code.
These groups are ever-changing and are open to all members.
