Melbourne Residential Developer Summit
Australia's most informative one-day conference for residential development professionals
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Melbourne | THURSDAY, MAY 21
About the event
The Urban Developer’s Melbourne Residential Developer Summit brings together Australia’s leading developers, investors, planners and delivery experts for a one-day deep dive into the forces shaping new residential development across the country’s major cities.
From apartments to greenfield communities and townhouses, the sector is navigating a complex cycle of strong demand, but ongoing feasibility, policy and construction challenges.
So where are the real opportunities? How are developers responding to shifting planning settings, rising costs and evolving buyer demand and what will define the next phase of the cycle?
The summit cuts through the noise with market outlooks, policy insights, construction and project benchmarks, and real-world case studies—alongside on-the-ground perspectives from active developers shaping what comes next.
Details
Thursday, May 21, 2026 | 8.30 am – 4.00 pm AEST
Glasshouse, Olympic Blvd, Melbourne
TUD+ Members: $475 + GST
Non-Members: $595 + GST
Keynote Speaker
Richard Temlett | National Executive Director
Charter keck cramer
Richard Temlett is National Executive Director at Charter Keck Cramer, and one of Australia’s leading housing market economists.
With a data-driven approach, he provides forward-looking insights on residential supply and demand—helping developers and financiers navigate market cycles and identify opportunities across greenfield and apartment markets nationwide.
Speakers
Andrew Leoncelli
Managing Director
ABADEEN
Andrew Leoncelli is Managing Director at Abadeen, leading its expansion into Melbourne’s residential market.
He brings a developer’s perspective on owner-occupier demand, positioning and how high-end apartment projects are evolving through the current cycle.
Penny Dabner
Development Director
Frasers Property
Penny Dabner is Development Director at Frasers Property Australia, with more than 20 years’ experience across development, project management and communications.
She brings insight into masterplanned communities, with a focus on affordability, delivery and the challenges shaping new land supply.
Mark Cleveland
General Manager – Development
JINDING AUSTRALIA
Mark Cleveland is General Manager – Development at Jinding, leading development and acquisitions across multiple asset classes.
He brings a strategic, cross-sector perspective on land supply, capital deployment and the forces shaping future greenfield communities.
Yew Zhi Tan
Senior Quantity Surveyor
Mitchell Brandtman
Yew Zhi Tan is Senior Quantity Surveyor at Mitchell Brandtman, with experience across more than 750 projects.
He brings a data-driven perspective on construction pricing, cost planning and industry trends, with particular insight into the Victorian residential market.
Julian White
National Partner
Stonebridge
Julian White is National Partner at Stonebridge, specialising in development site transactions.
With 20 years’ experience and more than $5 billion in sales, he brings insight into site acquisition, capital flows and the market dynamics shaping project delivery.
Dom Cerantonio
Principal
Cera Stribley
Dom Cerantonio is Principal at Cera Stribley, leading design-led residential and commercial projects across Australia.
With a strong focus on commercial outcomes, he brings insight into how architecture can unlock density, optimise yield and enhance livability in increasingly constrained development environments.
Mark Bernberg
Co-Founder
PRIMAX.AI
Mark Bernberg is Co-Founder of Primax.AI, operating at the intersection of development and artificial intelligence.
He specialises in pricing strategy and sales velocity, using data and behavioural insights to optimise launches, maximise revenue and give developers a competitive edge in an intelligence-driven market.
Matthew Belford
Managing Director
ID_LAND
Matthew Belford is Managing Director of ID_Land, part of the diversified ID_Corp group.
He oversees a multi-billion-dollar pipeline across residential lots and land lease communities, bringing a strategic perspective on growth, capital deployment and large-scale community development.
Paul Little
Director, Planning
Planning and Property Partners
Paul Little is Director, Planning at Planning and Property Partners, with extensive experience across planning and environmental approvals.
He brings a strategic perspective on policy, design and development outcomes, informed by experience across both government and the private sector.
Mark Naughton
Managing Director & Founder
Planning and Property Partners
Mark Naughton is Managing Director & Founder of Planning and Property Partners, and an accredited specialist in planning and environmental law.
He brings expert insight into policy, approvals and advocacy, with extensive experience advising on planning reforms shaping residential development.
Anne Jolic
Chief Executive Officer
Development Victoria
Anne Jolic is CEO of Development Victoria, with more than 25 years’ experience delivering major projects across Australia and globally.
She brings a public sector perspective on city-shaping development, including complex mixed-use, residential and build-to-rent projects.
Andrew Hansen
Investment Manager – Property
Wilbow Group
Andrew Hansen is Investment Manager – Property at Wilbow Group, with more than 15 years’ experience across valuations, capital markets and funds management.
He brings a capital-focused perspective on the apartment sector, with insight into investment strategy, partnerships and project delivery across market cycles.
Tim Hyland
National Strategy Manager – Transactions & Advisory
RPM
Tim Hyland is National Strategy Manager at RPM Transactions & Advisory, working across Australia to identify strategic land opportunities and assess development feasibility. He brings a data-informed perspective on development sites, with insight into market trends, asset performance and acquisition strategies across multiple sectors.
Ticket Inclusions
- One-day summit including keynotes, case studies and panel discussion
- Catered morning tea & lunch
- Barista coffee on arrival
- Networking drinks
Become a TUD+ Member to access discounted tickets.
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