Advisory Group

Shaping the future of
New Zealand's property sector

Property Council New Zealand’s Industry Leaders are our top-tier, invitation-only national membership group.  

Our Industry Leaders employ tens of thousands of talented people who invest in, develop and manage the landmark assets that define our cities.  Their commitment strengthens our collective voice, ensuring the property sector remains influential and well-represented at the highest levels.

Industry Leaders are often large, nationally focused organisations with a shared vision for progress. They form our Advisory Group, a strategic body that is the first to shape our advocacy priorities, amplify our industry’s voice and guide the Property Council’s long-term direction.

As an Industry Leader, your organisation gains exclusive benefits and unparalleled influence, including:

âś… Board Representation – Five dedicated seats on the Property Council’s National Board, reserved exclusively for Industry Leaders. 

✅ Priority Access – First choice for speaking and sponsorship opportunities at Property Council events.

✅ Direct Advocacy – Exclusive participation in Advisory Group meetings with Ministers, Members of Parliament, and elected officials, welcoming you into the conversation where ideas and decisions take shape.

âś… Industry Engagement – Opportunities for your team to contribute at every level, from joining the National Board to Member Taskforces tackling key advocacy issues to shaping event programmes and driving change in our Committees.

✅ Exclusive Networking – Connect with the industry’s most influential executives, including top developers, property owners, construction leaders, and professional service providers.

By becoming an Industry Leader, you’re not just supporting the Property Council – you’re shaping the future of New Zealand’s property industry.

Join us. Lead the industry. Make an impact.

For more information on Industry Leader membership, contact us today.

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Leonie Freeman

Chief Executive
Property Council New Zealand

Why Industry Leadership?

“Having a strong, united voice is more important than ever – and that’s exactly what our Industry Leaders represent. Industry leadership is about influence, impact, and stepping up to shape the future of our sector.

This membership isn’t just about access – it’s about action. Industry Leaders set the agenda, engage directly with policymakers, and collaborate to ensure the property sector remains resilient and well-represented.

If you’re serious about shaping New Zealand’s cities and communities, this is the place to lead, contribute, and drive meaningful change.”

Scott Pritchard

Chief Executive, Precinct Properties New Zealand

Become an Industry Leader
"This membership isn’t just about access – it’s about action. Industry Leaders set the agenda, engage directly with policymakers, and collaborate to ensure the property sector remains resilient and well-represented."

Meet our
Industry Leaders

We proudly acknowledge and thank our Industry Leaders for their commitment to the sector.

Their leadership, advocacy, and investment play a vital role in shaping the future of our industry, strengthening our collective voice, and driving meaningful progress.

Together, shaping cities where communities thrive.

Recent Highlights

Property Council
Briefing Paper

The Property Council Briefing Paper has been produced to provide stakeholders – many of whom are unfamiliar with the property industry – with a simple guide to the challenges faced, solutions available and potential impact on New Zealand.

The document outlines five key workstreams: 

  1. Foster stronger relationships with the property sector 
  2. Improve local government funding and financing 
  3. Fairer investment in infrastructure 
  4. Connect regional planning and transport; and 
  5. 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. 👉

This content is for members only

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Inclusion Alliance

Uniting the property industry behind diversity, equity and inclusion for lasting change.

The Property Council Inclusion Alliance is a group of property industry leaders each with a personal mission to foster a more diverse and inclusive property industry in New Zealand.

We want to attract and retain top talent, better represent the communities we serve, achieve high performance and play a crucial leadership role that creates positive change and leaves a lasting legacy for the property sector and beyond.

By working together we can create lasting change and a dynamic and future-focused property industry.

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Recent Submissions

Submission

Property Council submission on Hamilton City Council Plan Change 14

February 27, 2025

On 27 February 2025, Property Council submitted on Hamilton City Council Plan Change 14. Plan Change 14 makes changes to the District Plan to ensure that as Hamilton grows, new developments are resilient to flooding caused by extreme weather. In brief Property Council supports aspects of Plan Change 14, as it is important to avoid flooding risk where possible. However, we are concerned that provisions of Plan Change 14 will result in unintended consequences for Hamilton. Most significantly, without ensuring the accuracy of proposed changes and established processes for landowners or developers to apply for changes, it will create uncertainty for the property sector. Property Council recommends that Hamilton City Council: Either retain flood mapping in the District Plan or

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Submission

Property Council submission on proposed improvements to the Building Code’s insulation settings – H1

February 25, 2025

On 25 February 2025, Property Council submitted to the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) on proposed improvements to the Building Code’s insulation settings. MBIE’s proposed improvements to ‘H1 Energy Efficiency’ settings are to see if there are ways to allow for more flexibility of building designs to reduce upfront costs and increase energy efficiency. Why this matters to our members Our members support policy settings that ensure dry, healthy and energy-efficient buildings. Our view Property Council supports initiatives that will make upfront building costs better balanced and improve the certainty of compliance and consenting of buildings. However, we need these changes to be long lasting given that the industry needs the time and reassurance to adapt. We also

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Submission

Property Council submission on the Resource Management (Consenting and Other System Changes) Amendment Bill

February 11, 2025

On 10 February 2025, Property Council submitted to the Environment Select Committee on the Resource Management (Consenting and Other System Changes) Amendment Bill. Why this matters to our members The current resource management system is broken. We want a system that creates efficiencies in the planning system to make it easier to achieve housing growth in New Zealand. Our view Property Council supports the objective of the Bill, particularly the intention to create a more streamlined planning system. This will make it easier to consent new houses and implement the Government’s Going for Housing Growth policy to unlock land for housing. At a high level, we recommended that the Environment Select Committee: Urge the Government to set clear expectations for

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Lead the Industry. Shape the Future.

Join Property Council New Zealand’s Industry Leaders – an exclusive network of top property organisations driving advocacy, policy, and progress. Gain board representation, direct government access, priority event opportunities, and unparalleled industry connections.

Make your voice count. Become an Industry Leader today.

Please contact Sara-Jane Evans for further information:

Sara-Jane Evans

Head of Membership & Commercial Services

027 545 1690
sj@propertynz.co.nz