UDIA NSW

Hunter Property and
Infrastructure Forum
Date: Thursday 19 June 2025
Time: 8.30am for a 9.00am start, to 1.30pm
Venue: Noah's on the Beach
Address: 29 Zaara St, Newcastle East

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As Australia’s largest regional economy, with significant economic output, a large population and a diverse range of industries, the Hunter is experiencing rapid population growth resulting in steady increases in housing demand across all typologies. The NSW and Federal Governments are investing in infrastructure and supporting growth initiatives that create more opportunities for developers to invest.

Join industry leaders, government representatives, property developers and consultants at the Hunter Property & Infrastructure Forum, to gain insights into the region’s ambitious property and infrastructure pipeline.

Why You Should Attend:

Networking Opportunities: Build connections with influential developers, planners, local business owners, and policymakers shaping Hunter’s future.
Expert Insights: Hear from keynote speakers and successful local developers on the latest property and infrastructure strategies and discuss the unique opportunities for investing in the Hunter.
Policy Updates: Stay informed on the latest government initiatives affecting the region’s development sector.

Be part of the conversation shaping Hunter’s future.

Forum Program

8.30am: Registration and Networking

9.00am: Welcome by MC - Jeffery Bretag, UDIA NSW Board Member & Hunter Chapter Chair

9.05am: Keynote Address
Hon. Jenny Aitchison MP, Minister for Roads and Minister for Regional Transport

9.40am: Session 1 - UDIA NSW Research Panel
- Gavin Melvin, Executive Director, Policy & Strategy, UDIA NSW
- Richard Kerr, Director, Highview Partners
- Mark Kelly, Managing Director/General Manager, ADW Johnson
with Stuart Ayres, CEO, UDIA NSW

10.10am: Session 2 - Hunter Market Outlook
Maree Kilroy, Lead Economist, Oxford Economics Australia

10.30am: Session 3 - Greenfield Developers Panel
- Tim Goldacre, Director, Harrington Estates
- Stephen Thompson, Project Director, LWP Huntlee
- Danny Boubli, Project Director NSW, AVID Property Group
with Jeffery Bretag, UDIA NSW Board Member & Hunter Chapter Chair

11.05am: Morning Tea Break

11.35am: Session 4 - Employment Lands Panel
- Hilton Grugeon, Director, Hunter Land
- Amanda Wetzel, Founder and Director, Way Planning & Advisory
- Shane Boslem, Managing Director, McCloy Group
with Elizabeth York, Policy & Regional Manager, Hunter & Central Coast, UDIA NSW

12.05pm: Session 5 – Infill & Apartments Panel
- Chris Ferreira, Head of Planning, Urban Property Group
- Valentina Misevska, CEO, Hunter and Central Coast Development Corporation
- Florian Caillon, Head of Acquisitions, Thirdi. Group
with Stuart Ayres, CEO, UDIA NSW

12.35pm: Forum Wrap Up - Stuart Ayres, CEO, UDIA NSW

12.45pm: Networking Lunch

1.30pm: Forum Concludes

Guest Speakers