Seminars

11:00am – Mayoral Address

Wayne Brown, Mayor of Auckland

Hear directly from the Mayor of Auckland about the region’s key investment and growth priorities, the future of Auckland’s Unitary Plan, and major infrastructure developments planned for 2027 and beyond.

12.00pm – Financing Your Property Project: From Renovation to Residential Development

ANZ

ANZ will share general information on preparing financially for renovations, new builds and small-scale residential development projects, including the different lending pathways and key considerations when approaching a bank.

12:45pm – Delivering a Property Project: Practical Tips from Concept to Completion

Auckland Property Investors Association

David Whitburn, Project Director, Investor, Bestselling Author and APIA Life Member

Gain practical insights from an experienced property developer on successfully taking a project from concept through to completion. David will explore how to assemble and lead an effective project team, the benefits of engaging construction professionals early, and ways to improve feasibility, buildability, cost certainty, and delivery. He’ll also address common disconnects between concept, funding, consenting, and construction—and explain how trusted industry networks can help achieve stronger project outcomes.

1:45pm – Auckland Council Legislation and Consenting Update

Richard Fromont, Team Manager, Field Surveying

Stay informed about the latest legislation, compliance, and consenting requirements from Auckland Council. Learn how to avoid common construction pitfalls, reduce delays, and avoid the RFIs most frequently encountered during the consenting and inspection process.