Retirement Living Summit
A one-day conference exploring the future of retirement living in Australia.
About the event
Australia’s retirement living sector is shifting gears.
Traditional village models are giving way to a new generation of retirement communities that integrate lifestyle, wellness, amenity and value for money.
With consumer expectations changing and regulatory settings in flux, developers and operators are rethinking where, what, why and how they deliver retirement communities.
But where does the opportunity lie?
The Urban Developer Retirement Living Summit will unpack the major trends influencing the sector—from the rise of vertical retirement living and land lease communities to shifts in investment strategies, planning frameworks and valuation methodologies.
Developers, architects and sector specialists will share insights into emerging opportunities, evolving development models and the key opportunities and challenges shaping future projects.
Through a full day of keynotes, panel discussions and case studies, this summit offers a deep dive into the forces redefining retirement living in Australia.
Details
- Wednesday, April 2, 2025
- Rivershed, Howard Smith Wharves, Brisbane
- 8.30 am – 4.30 pm AEST
- 250 + C-Suite Professionals
- TUD+ Member: $335 + GST
- Non-member: $445 + GST
Speakers
Justin Harrison
Managing Director
The Village Retirement Group
Justin Harrison leads the strategic growth and development of The Village Retirement Group, with a strong focus on creating vibrant, supportive, and high-quality retirement communities. Under his leadership, the group has delivered five award-winning villages, with a sixth now underway. Committed to fostering a sense of belonging, Justin takes an active role in village life, engaging directly with residents to ensure their needs are met. A dedicated family man, he brings a personal touch to retirement living, ensuring every resident feels valued, connected, and part of a thriving community.
Simon Owen
Chief Executive Officer
Eureka Group Holdings Limited
Simon Owen is a seasoned leader in the retirement living and property sector, with over 25 years of experience. As CEO of Ingenia Communities, he spearheaded its transformation into a market leader, growing its market capitalisation from $30 million to over $1.7 billion. Now leading Eureka Group, Simon continues to drive innovation in senior living and community development.
Tim Russell
Director
Aura Holdings
Tim Russell is a leading figure in Australia’s retirement living sector, with a career spanning investment banking, funds management, and property development. He founded Meridien Retirement Living (now RetireAustralia), growing it into the largest privately owned retirement village operator in Australia. Now, as founder of Aura Australia, he is pioneering high-end, community-focused retirement developments.
Anna Gorgijeski
Head of Retirement Living
Ozcare
Glen Brown
CEO and Co-Founder
Reside Communities
Glen Brown is a highly experienced executive in the retirement living sector, with 35 years in corporate leadership. He co-founded Reside Communities in 2017, focusing on resident-centric, community-driven retirement villages. Under his leadership, Reside has delivered five communities with 570 residences and a growing pipeline of 400 more across Southeast Queensland.
Jen Berryman
Director
Chanje Partners
Jen Berryman is a Director at Chanje Partners, specialising in supporting developers and operators in creating and managing seniors living communities across Australia. With over 20 years of experience in healthcare, retirement living, and aged care, she is committed to delivering exceptional resident experiences that drive successful business outcomes in the sector.
Liam Carroll
National Advisory Director
One Fell Swoop
Liam Carroll is a leading advisor in the seniors living sector, serving as National Advisory Director at One Fell Swoop. With over 15 years of experience, he provides expert guidance on market assessments, development strategy, and financial modelling. His deep industry knowledge helps operators navigate the evolving seniors living landscape with data-driven insights.
Justin O'Neill
Architect, Partner
O'Neill Architecture
Justin O’Neill is a leading architect in retirement living, bringing over 30 years of experience in designing communities that enhance senior lifestyles. As Founder and Managing Partner of O’Neill Architecture, he has pioneered innovative, resident-focused retirement developments, integrating research-driven design to create sustainable and connected living environments for Australia’s ageing population.
Belinda Thomas
Associate Director
Urbis
Belinda Thomas is a leading expert in seniors housing, with over 17 years of experience in strategic and statutory planning across the public and private sectors. She has managed complex residential and seniors housing projects, advising on development approvals and market trends. Belinda is a strong advocate for policy reforms to enhance the future of retirement living in Australia.
Ashleigh Button
Managing Director – Asia Pacific
Third.i
Ashleigh Button is a leader in the seniors living sector, overseeing Third.i’s retirement and social housing divisions, ThirdAge and Insitu Housing. As Managing Director, she drives strategic growth and operational excellence, ensuring developments meet the evolving needs of Australia’s ageing population while delivering innovative, community-focused living solutions.
Byron Cannon
Chief Executive Officer
LDK Seniors' Living
Byron Cannon is the Chief Executive Officer of LDK Seniors’ Living, a trailblazer in retirement and aged care communities that enable seniors to age in place with dignity and independence. Under his leadership, LDK has developed The Landings in Sydney and Greenway Views in Canberra, two vibrant seniors’ living communities that integrate high-quality residences, personalised care, and a strong sense of community.
Tamar Krebs
Founder & Executive Director
Group Homes Australia
Tamar Krebs is the founder and Executive Director of Group Homes Australia, pioneering a revolutionary approach to dementia care. Since 2011, she has championed small, home-like environments integrated into local communities, offering personalised, dignified support for those living with dementia.
With a background in health service management and gerontology, Tamar is a recognised leader in reimagining aged care. Her commitment to human-centred care, workforce innovation, and industry disruption continues to shape the future of dementia support in Australia.
Linda Krall
General Manager Corporate Development,
Social Infrastructure
Australian Unity
Linda Krall is the General Manager of Corporate Development within the Social Infrastructure business at Australian Unity, overseeing the management and growth of the Group’s 36 seniors living assets, including residential aged care and retirement villages. She leads new development, M&A activity, and strategic partnerships to expand Australian Unity’s presence in the sector.
Frank Ehrenberg
Principal and Regional Director
Marchesepartners/Life3A
Frank Ehrenberg is a global leader in seniors living and aged care design, with over 25 years of experience delivering high-profile projects across Australia and internationally. As part of his firm’s global retirement living leadership team, he influences the design of age-friendly and dementia-friendly housing worldwide.
A passionate advocate for innovative seniors living solutions, Frank has spoken nationally and internationally on the future of integrated, resident-focused communities. His expertise lies in balancing client needs, project context, and collaborative design to create high-quality, sustainable living environments that enhance the lives of ageing populations.
David Bruce-Clarke
Head of Alternatives – Valuation and Advisory
Cushman & Wakefield
David Bruce-Clarke is a leading expert in alternative real estate sectors, with over 30 years of experience in valuations, strategic advisory, and investment consulting. As National Senior Director at Cushman & Wakefield, he specializes in seniors living, healthcare, and other alternative assets, advising financiers, investors, and government authorities on complex, large-scale projects.
With 20 years dedicated to alternative investments, David has extensive expertise in valuations, feasibility studies, acquisitions, and divestments. His work supports REITs, superannuation funds, global investment managers, and developers, helping shape the future of seniors living and aged care in Australia.
Jason Fitzgerald
Head of Development
Keyton
Jason leads Keyton’s national Development Team, overseeing the origination, conversion, and delivery of retirement communities across Australia. With over 20 years of experience in property development—including masterplanned communities, urban regeneration, and retail—he brings deep expertise in creating sustainable, high-quality living environments. Previously, he was General Manager of Finance for Keyton’s Retirement Living Development business and Executive GM of Finance for Barangaroo. With a strong financial and development background, Jason is focused on shaping the future of retirement living, ensuring communities meet the evolving needs of Australia’s ageing population while delivering long-term value.
Tammy Berghofer
Partner
MinterEllison
Tammy is a highly experienced property lawyer and Partner at MinterEllison, specialising in retirement living, aged care, and seniors housing. She has extensive expertise advising developers, operators, and investors on the structuring, regulation, and delivery of retirement villages and aged care facilities across Australia. Tammy’s deep knowledge of the sector spans compliance, acquisitions, contracts, and resident agreements, ensuring projects align with evolving legal and regulatory frameworks. With a passion for shaping the future of seniors housing, she provides strategic legal guidance to create sustainable, high-quality communities that meet the needs of an ageing population.
Daniel Roates
Chief Revenue Officer
Opticomm
With more than 14 years sales and leadership experience, Daniel brings a unique blend of strategic vision and people-focused leadership to ensure success in sales and customer engagement. He has built a reputation for his expertise in leveraging data analytics and insights to drive improved maturity and simplicity in go-to-market strategies. Understanding the critical importance of the relationship between strategy and execution, Daniel is responsible for guiding the continued success of Uniti Group’s Wholesale, CPaaS and Infrastructure businesses.
Judi Hutchinson
Senior Developement Manager
RetireAustralia
With over 20 years of experience, Judi Hutchison is a seasoned senior development manager with a deep passion for retirement community development. She has been instrumental in the delivery of RetireAustralia’s first Care Hub located within The Verge at Burleigh G.C. on the Gold Coast and continuously strives to set new benchmarks in retirement village living.
Judi is dedicated to ensuring that each new project surpasses the last, consistently enhancing the quality and standards of retirement living communities developed by RetireAustralia.
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Program at a glance
Keynote | The Big Consumer Shift
Keynote | From CBDs to Coasts: Location in Focus
Case Study | Global Innovations in Retirement Living
Presentation | Retirement Sector in Focus
Presentation | Valuation Methodologies for Retirement Living
Case Study | Future-Proofing Retirement Living
Panel | Insights from The Major Players
Panel | The Rise of Alternative Retirement Living Models
Fireside Chat | In Conversation With An Industry Pioneer
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