Adelaide Developer Symposium
An industry summit for property professionals exploring the opportunities and market forces shaping South Australia
3 - 4 JUNE 2026
About the event
The Urban Developer’s inaugural Adelaide Developer Symposium brings together the leading developers, investors and experts from the SA capital for a two-day property conference.
The Adelaide property market has matured significantly since the Covid-era with strong population growth driving demand, pricing and investment into all sectors.
At the same time, major infrastructure projects by an ‘open-for-business’ state government has created attractive investment conditions for developers, both local and from afar.
Considered one of Australia’s most liveable cities, Adelaide is urbanising at a rapid rate and developers, consultants, financiers and investors are taking note.
So, where are the opportunities? What are the planning pathways and growth corridors? Who’s leading the way? And how can the development industry tap into this?
As Australia’s leading property media and events platform, we’re delighted to be hosting this symposium that will combine site tours, networking, keynotes, panel discussions and Q&As with the industry’s experts, entrepreneurs and leaders.
If you’re interested in the opportunities in South Australia, now and in the future, then this is a must-attend event.
Details
Wednesday, June 3, 2026 | 12:00 pm – 6.30 pm ACST
Thursday, June 4 2026 | 8.30 am – 3.30 pm ACST
SkyCity Adelaide, North Terrace, Adelaide SA 5001
TUD+ Members: $395 + GST
Non-Members: $495 + GST
Speakers
Emily Nankivell
Associate Director
Future Urban
Emily is Associate Director at Future Urban, with 20 years’ experience as a town planner and lawyer specialising in major projects, strategic planning and stakeholder engagement.
Recognised as the 2026 PIA Outstanding Woman in Planning, she brings strong negotiation and communication skills to delivering practical, client-focused outcomes across complex developments.
Trevor Cooke
Chief Executive Officer
Commercial and General Group
Trevor Cooke is CEO of Commercial & General, with a $6 billion development track record spanning major projects and integrated delivery.
Formerly with UBS Global Asset Management, he brings deep investment expertise and a portfolio-wide perspective on capital deployment, alongside ongoing contributions to the sector through community housing advocacy.
Daniel Harris
Director
Otello
Daniel Harris is Founder and Director of Otello, an award-winning South Australian developer delivering design-led residential projects across Adelaide.
He leads a growing portfolio focused on architecture, lifestyle and innovation, with an emphasis on creating benchmark developments that enhance liveability, strengthen community connection and drive a culture of design excellence.
Vanessa Rader
Head of Research
RAY WHITE
Vanessa Rader is Head of Research at Ray White, with more than 25 years’ experience across residential and commercial property.
A respected commentator and speaker, she delivers data-driven insights into market trends, supply and demand, and the economic forces shaping development opportunities across Australia and New Zealand.
Joel Wilkinson
Managing Director
Citify
Joel Wilkinson is Managing Director of Citify, an Adelaide-based developer specialising in residential and mixed-use projects.
With expertise across construction, finance and development, he leads strategy and delivery, with a focus on innovative design, sustainable growth and creating projects that balance market demand with long-term community value.
Dr Jane Lomax-Smith AM
Lord Mayor
CITY OF ADELAIDE
Dr Jane Lomax-Smith is Lord Mayor of Adelaide, bringing a background in medicine, academia and public policy.
With experience across local and state government, she champions sustainable development, heritage conservation and planning outcomes that balance community needs with investment to shape a more liveable Adelaide.
Adam Miller
Director
Stamford Capital
Adam leads Stamford Capital Australia’s South Australian team, with more than 20 years’ experience across valuation, asset management and banking.
Having held senior roles at BankSA and NAB, he specialises in structuring and securing development finance, with a strong track record of delivering funding outcomes across complex investment and development transactions.
Ben Parkinson
Managing Director SA/NT
JLL
Dr Jane Lomax-Smith is Lord Mayor of Adelaide, bringing a background in medicine, academia and public policy.
With experience across local and state government, she champions sustainable development, heritage conservation and planning outcomes that balance community needs with investment to shape a more liveable Adelaide.
Ben Koop
Co-Founder and Managing Director
ALINEA GROUP
Ben is Managing Director of JLL’s South Australia and Northern Territory offices and Head of Capital Markets SA, with more than 20 years’ experience across property transactions and advisory.
He specialises in retail investment sales and brings client-side and agency experience, having been involved in over $2 billion of transactions across the Australian market.
Damon Nagel
Founder & Managing Director
KITE PROJECTS
Damon is Founder of Kite Property, an integrated property business focused on development, investment and project marketing.
With experience spanning investment sales, master-planned communities and urban regeneration, he has led the evolution of adaptive reuse and mixed-use projects in Adelaide, balancing feasibility, design and market demand to unlock value in underutilised assets.
Ellen Liebelt
Project Manager – Adaptive Reuse Housing
CITY OF ADELAIDE
Ellen leads the City of Adelaide’s Adaptive Reuse City Housing Initiative (ARCHI), overseeing its award-winning program focused on policy, research, incentives and partnerships.
A registered architect and former Senior Design Advisor, she champions adaptive reuse and sustainable design, working to unlock new housing supply and activate underutilised buildings across Adelaide’s CBD.
Ben Yates
Managing Director
Carnegie Property
Ben is Managing Director of Carnegie Property, with more than 20 years’ experience across project marketing and development.
He has led major mixed-use and residential projects in South Australia, bringing expertise in capital structuring, delivery and investor engagement, with a strong track record in driving complex developments from feasibility through to completion.
Daniel Guzman
Director
Seek Pro
Daniel Guzman is Director of Seek Pro, specialising in the acquisition of residential and commercial development sites across Australia. With a strong focus on off-market opportunities, he leverages deep agent networks and direct-to-vendor strategies to secure favourable deals, bringing a practical, on-the-ground perspective to site acquisition and early-stage development.
Day One | Site Tours
Delegates will be taken by private charter to three of Adelaide’s leading projects.
Sectors covered:
- Urban Renewal
- Industrial
- Mixed-Use
*Day one is optional and included in the ticket price; capacity on site tours will be limited.*
Day Two | Summit
Delegates will attend a full day of presentations, case studies and panel discussions examining Adelaide’s development outlook to 2036.
Featuring:
- Adelaide 2036: The Next Decade for Development
- Policy, Major Projects and Planning Priorities
- Developing and Investing in Adelaide’s Future
- Inside the Private Developer’s Playbook
- Getting Out of the Ground in SA
- Case Study | Central Market Arcade
- Case Study | Port Adelaide
- Case Study | Adelaide CBD
- In Conversation with Kym Burke
The day will include dedicated networking opportunities and conclude with afternoon drinks.
Ticket Inclusions
- Site tours with private charter
- Welcome drinks
- One-day summit including keynotes, case studies and panel discussion
- Catered morning tea & lunch
- Barista coffee on arrival
- Networking drinks on day-two
Become a TUD+ Member to access discounted tickets.
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You can view the full program via the link below.
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