Precisely Property

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 residential asset classes.

Peter shares...

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 ground, from buyer activity to oper...

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 19,000 students nationwide. She discuss...

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 developers, lenders and subcontract...

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. We explore the key recommendations t...

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 ambitions behind Model and how its philos...

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 design can enhance both connectivity a...

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 dynamics. Kate also shares her insight...

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 shares insights on whether further ...

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 opportunities that lie ahead for offic...

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 interest rates, the role of the RBA and ...

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 different types in practice today, and w...

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 bottlenecks. We unpack the common solut...

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 shifting. We also explore the broade...

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 and regulatory pressures. We refle...

In this episode of Precisely Property, we explore how to maximise Net Operating Income (NOI) in Build to Rent (BTR) assets – other than ‘cap rate’, the most important factor in driving investment performance in residential real estate. Our guest, Dominic Martin, Managing Director at CompassRock International and Global Apartment Advisors (GAA) shares insights into what NOI is, why it matters, and the key components that contribute ...

In this episode, we sit down with Domenic Cerantonio, Co-founder and Managing Principal of Cera Stribley, to explore the housing crisis through the eyes of an architect. Domenic shares how architecture and design are evolving in response to growing housing needs and highlights the real-world impact of recent planning reforms. We discuss the current state of the housing market, what governments need to understand and how good design...

In this episode, we dive into the complexities of insolvency in the property and construction sector with special guest Jonathon McRostie, Special Counsel in Clayton Utz’s Restructuring and Insolvency team. We explore key terms and definitions - liquidation, bankruptcy, receivership, DOCA, safe harbour provisions, and directors’ duties - breaking down what they mean for businesses and individuals in the industry. Jonathon shares in...

In this episode, we sit down with Michael Di Russo, Head of Property at the Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC), to explore the role of green finance in shaping Australia's property sector. We discuss what progressive finance means for the industry, the key investments CEFC has made in real estate, and the growing take-up of green finance in residential projects. Michael also breaks down a landmark affordable Build-to-Rent...