Precisely Property

Episode Summary In this episode, Richard sits down with Dr Kate Meyrick, Director at Urbis, to unpack what really separates precincts that thrive from those that don’t deliver on their promise. Kate shares her inspiration to pursue her PhD, ‘ On Track for Transformation’, which grew out of two career losses on major rail regeneration bids, and set her on a path to understand why some cities captur...

Episode Summary In this episode, Richard is joined by Trent Wiltshire, Chief Economist at Rider Levett Bucknall (RLB), to discuss the latest findings from RLB's quarterly construction market update and what they mean for developers, investors, and the broader property sector. Trent unpacks how the Middle East conflict sent shockwaves through the construction supply chain earlier in the year,...

Episode Summary In this episode, Richard is joined by Barrie Harrop. Barrie shares his thoughts on why advanced volumetric modular construction represents a crucial step in how affordable housing can be delivered in Australia. They discuss why conventional construction methods are no longer equal to the scale of the problem, and how a factory-based approach to building can deliver quality housing...

Episode Summary In this episode, Richard is joined by Ronak Rawal, Senior Director at GAA Living, to discuss the growing impact of property technology in the Build to Rent and rental living sector. Ronak shares the story behind GAA’s global PropTech research report and why its findings are just as relevant to Australia’s emerging Build to Rent market as they are to more mature markets overseas. Th...

Episode Summary Richard is joined by Sherman Chan, Chief Economist at the Australian Property Institute (API). Sherman highlights the latest findings from the Australian Property Outlook report and what this means for property markets across Australia.  This conversation explores why the report was developed, the methodology underpinning it, and how the outlook differs across states and asset clas...

Episode Summary Richard sits down with Rhys Williams, Co-Founder of UKO to explore the rise of co-living and how it is reshaping Australia’s residential landscape.  The conversation delves into what co‑living actually is, how it is defined in Australia compared to global markets, and how it differs from Build to Rent. Rhys breaks down all aspects of the model which include key performance metrics,...

Episode Summary In this episode, Richard is joined by Belinda Dennett, Chief Executive Officer of Data Centres Australia, to unpack one of the fastest‑growing pillars of Australia’s digital economy, data centres. Belinda explains what data centres are, why they are classified as critical infrastructure, and how they underpin everything from online banking to cloud services and the rapid rise of AI...

Episode Summary In this episode, we are joined by Ingrid Filmer to explore the evolving world of capital markets and private wealth in Australian real estate. With more than two decades of industry experience, Ingrid shares the story behind her career journey, including her time leading Burgess Rawson and the pivotal moments that shaped her path to becoming one of the sector’s most respected leade...

Episode Summary In this episode, Richard sits down with Dr Nicola Powell, one of Australia’s leading property market experts, to unpack the current state of the housing market and what lies ahead in 2026. Nicola shares her journey into property research and reflects on how her experience across academia, government and the private sector has shaped her perspective on housing cycles, policy and lon...

Episode summary In this episode of Precisely Property, we’re joined by Andrew Hoyne to explore the power of placemaking and why great places consistently outperform. Andrew shares how placemaking has evolved from a “nice to have” into a critical driver of economic, social and commercial value across the built environment. We unpack what placemaking really means in practice, drawing on real-world c...

Episode Summary In this episode, Richard is joined by Peter Vines, Managing Director of Ray White Commercial Sydney, for a timely conversation on the evolution of Western Sydney and the forces shaping its property markets. Together, they explore how major infrastructure delivery has accelerated growth across the region and contributed to the maturation of industrial, commercial, retail and residen...

In this episode, we sit down with Linda Sharkey, Managing Director of Four Leaves Property, to unpack the fast-evolving world of self-storage. Linda gives us a clear and practical overview of what self-storage is as an asset class, how it has transformed in recent years, and why 2025 has marked a record-breaking year with over $1.36 billion in transactions. We explore what’s truly happening on the...

In this episode of Precisely Property we’re joined by Anouk Darling, Chief Executive Officer of Scape Australia, to explore the evolving landscape of Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) and Build to Rent (BTR) in Australia. Anouk reflects on Scape’s journey from its founding vision to becoming the country’s largest PBSA platform, managing over $13 billion in assets and housing more than 19,...

In this episode of Precisely Property, we sit down with Paul Reid, CEO of IPEX, to unpack one of the most pressing issues facing Australia’s construction and property sectors – payment structures and financial transparency. Paul explains how payment processes in the building and construction industry currently operate and why long-standing inefficiencies and lack of transparency continue to expose...

In this episode, we sit down with one of Australia’s most respected economic voices, Dr Ken Henry, to unpack one of the most critical issues facing the nation today - how taxation reform could help solve the housing crisis. Dr Henry reflects on the landmark Australia’s Future Tax System Review 2009, why it was commissioned, what it proposed and how much (or how little) has been implemented since....

In this episode, we sit down with Rory Hunter, a visionary entrepreneur and CEO with a track record of building award-winning, sustainable property companies. Rory reflects on his journey, from his early career and the creation of Song Saa Private Island, to his latest venture, Model - a purpose-first Build to Rent (BTR) development group redefining what rental living can be. Rory shares the ambit...

In this episode, we sit down with Julian Anderson, Director at Bates Smart, to explore how design and innovation are shaping the future of Australia’s built environment. From reimagining Richmond Station as a gateway to Melbourne’s sports and entertainment precinct, through to activating underused rail land with mixed-use, transit-adjacent developments, Julian shares how architecture and urban des...

In this episode, we’re diving deep into the performance and future of Australia’s retail property market with CBRE’s Kate Bailey. From neighbourhood centres to large-format retail, we explore how different retail asset types are faring across the country, uncover key differences between Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane, and discuss the trends shaping rents, leasing incentives and tenant-landlord dyn...

In this episode, we dive into the world of private credit, what it is, how it has emerged as an alternative funding source and why it’s becoming an increasingly important part of Australia’s capital stack. We explore where private credit fits in alongside traditional lending, the types of returns it offers and which asset classes are most attractive to investors. Chris Moyle of Argyle Square also...

In this episode of Precisely Property, we dive into the state of the European commercial office market and uncover what Australia can learn from its experience. Tom Duncan from Stoneweg-Icona shares valuable insights on current trends shaping the European market, including yields, pricing, tenant demand, supply dynamics and the growing impact of ESG requirements. He also explores the risks and opp...

In this special bonus episode, we’re joined by Chief Economist Besa Deda, recorded just one day after the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) announced its July decision to hold the cash rate steady. With impeccable timing, this conversation covers the big-picture economic trends shaping Australia’s future, from rising risks to emerging opportunities across 2025 and 2026. Besa shares her views on inte...

In this episode, we explore the role of Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) in shaping a more efficient, sustainable and innovative future for the built environment. Our guest, Pete Morrison, brings decades of experience in offsite construction and prefabricated timber systems to the table and provides practical insights into why the industry must evolve. We unpack what MMC really means, the diff...

In this episode, we sit down with Mark Dawson, Director and National Housing Lead at Urbis, to explore one of the most pressing issues facing Australia today - the housing crisis. Mark shares his unique perspective, grounded in over two decades of public and private sector consulting, on what’s driving the current crisis, from demand and supply imbalances to system inefficiencies and planning bott...

In this episode, we take a closer look at the evolving profile of Australian renters in 2025 and what it means for both developers and policymakers. Nicole Hiddlestone shares her expert insights on the latest trends in both Build-to-Sell (BTS) and Build-to-Rent (BTR) apartment markets, highlighting the most in-demand features, common pitfalls developers are making and how renter expectations are s...

In this episode of Precisely Property, we dive into one of the most pressing challenges facing the housing sector today: the rising cost of delivering new homes. Our guest, Steve Sfendourakis, an experienced builder and developer, unpacks what’s driving the delivery cost crisis across 2024 and into 2025, from material price volatility and labour shortages to the impact of outdated planning systems...