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March 21, 2026
What Can You Expect?
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INDUSTRY EXPERT
Our Industry Experts present on topics relevant to you and address the challenges that you will face on your property development journey
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REAL DEAL
These are members of the community presenting their own deals, showcasing the good / bad and the sometimes 'ugly'
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MASTERMINDING
Our very unique Masterminding process where we help you to overcome your current challenges so that you can achieve a successful return
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+ NETWORKING
Don't forget the after meeting drinks...where many a JV partnership is found and at times this part can go for as long as the formal meeting, so be sure to get a 'leave pass' to join us!
Saturday - March 21
Lessons from the Townhouse Wars (Therefor Group) + 5 Lot Subdivision (Craig M)
Bringing together the collective knowledge & experience of your local community to assist you in progressing on your Property Development journey.
Wai Kingi - Therefor Group
Waimana Kingi is a trusted expert in town planning, development compliance, and plan sealing. With a decade at Therefor Group, he understands the development lifecycle and applies a strategic approach to project management. His expertise includes compliance oversight, plan sealing, and post-construction management, ensuring successful project delivery. Beyond Therefor Group, Waimana advises local councils on development strategies and regulations. He is also a sought-after speaker and mentor, sharing his knowledge with the next generation of professionals.
Industry Expert
Lessons from the Townhouse Wars – Therefor Group (Wai Kingi)
Brisbane is once again opening the door to more low-to-medium density housing through the More Homes Sooner reforms — increasing building heights, reducing minimum lot sizes, and easing car parking requirements in key areas across the city.
But we’ve been here before.
In the last development cycle, rapid growth in townhouses and small-scale units led to a wave of poor design outcomes, community backlash, and ultimately tighter planning controls — what many in the industry now remember as the “ban the townhouse” era.
At the next Property Developer Network Meetup, Wai Kingi from Therefor Group will unpack what’s changing in Brisbane’s LMR zones and what it means for developers.
More importantly, Wai will explore what the industry can learn from the past — and how we can take advantage of the new policy environment without repeating the mistakes that triggered regulatory pushback last time.
The session will cover:
• What Brisbane’s proposed LMR zoning reforms actually change
• Why the previous townhouse boom triggered a policy backlash
• The opportunity these reforms create for well-located housing supply
• What “good” low-medium density development looks like in practice
• How developers can position projects to succeed in this new cycle
If you're developing in Brisbane, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.
Brisbane is once again opening the door to more low-to-medium density housing through the More Homes Sooner reforms — increasing building heights, reducing minimum lot sizes, and easing car parking requirements in key areas across the city.
But we’ve been here before.
In the last development cycle, rapid growth in townhouses and small-scale units led to a wave of poor design outcomes, community backlash, and ultimately tighter planning controls — what many in the industry now remember as the “ban the townhouse” era.
At the next Property Developer Network Meetup, Wai Kingi from Therefor Group will unpack what’s changing in Brisbane’s LMR zones and what it means for developers.
More importantly, Wai will explore what the industry can learn from the past — and how we can take advantage of the new policy environment without repeating the mistakes that triggered regulatory pushback last time.
The session will cover:
• What Brisbane’s proposed LMR zoning reforms actually change
• Why the previous townhouse boom triggered a policy backlash
• The opportunity these reforms create for well-located housing supply
• What “good” low-medium density development looks like in practice
• How developers can position projects to succeed in this new cycle
If you're developing in Brisbane, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.
Craig M
Craig M began his property journey as a buy-and-hold investor, acquiring four properties before moving away from the limitations of negative gearing. He has now been actively developing land for over eight years, specialising in knock-down and subdivision projects, and occasionally retaining existing homes on select sites. He focuses on larger, more complex developments, often navigating multiple overlays and challenging council requirements. He has extensive experience working with Brisbane City Council (BCC), Logan City Council (LCC), and Redland City Council (RCC), and has built a reputation for tackling projects that require creativity, resilience, and strategic problem-solving.
'Real Deal' Presentation
5 Lot Subdivision (Craig M)
6000m2, GZ, Thornlands, Queensland
Sometimes a “simple” development is anything but simple…
That’s exactly what happened for Craig M, our Real Deal speaker at the next Property Developer Network Meetup. What started as a straightforward subdivision quickly turned into a project full of unexpected twists, tricky neighbours, and approvals that changed everything.
Craig and his JV partner Shane faced hurdles that would have tested even the most experienced developers, from understanding the sensitivity of the site in the local community and infrastructure surprises to a council backflip that threatened the original plan. But they didn’t just survive, they adapted, pivoted, and found a way through.
Craig will share the story behind one of his most challenging projects yet, the lessons learned, and the strategies used to turn a complicated, high-pressure development into a success.
At this session, you’ll hear:
• How they navigated a number of 'false starts' (numerous civil engineering redesigns, and timeline blow-out...)
• Why JV relationships can make or break complex project
• How to adapt when approvals, zoning, or infrastructure throw curveballs
• The practical lessons that mum-and-dad developers can apply on their next project
If you want to avoid costly mistakes, manage risk, and turn twists into opportunities, Craig’s story is one you need to hear.
If you’re serious about learning how to navigate the unexpected in property development, you cannot miss this meetup.
6000m2, GZ, Thornlands, Queensland
Sometimes a “simple” development is anything but simple…
That’s exactly what happened for Craig M, our Real Deal speaker at the next Property Developer Network Meetup. What started as a straightforward subdivision quickly turned into a project full of unexpected twists, tricky neighbours, and approvals that changed everything.
Craig and his JV partner Shane faced hurdles that would have tested even the most experienced developers, from understanding the sensitivity of the site in the local community and infrastructure surprises to a council backflip that threatened the original plan. But they didn’t just survive, they adapted, pivoted, and found a way through.
Craig will share the story behind one of his most challenging projects yet, the lessons learned, and the strategies used to turn a complicated, high-pressure development into a success.
At this session, you’ll hear:
• How they navigated a number of 'false starts' (numerous civil engineering redesigns, and timeline blow-out...)
• Why JV relationships can make or break complex project
• How to adapt when approvals, zoning, or infrastructure throw curveballs
• The practical lessons that mum-and-dad developers can apply on their next project
If you want to avoid costly mistakes, manage risk, and turn twists into opportunities, Craig’s story is one you need to hear.
If you’re serious about learning how to navigate the unexpected in property development, you cannot miss this meetup.
Pricing & Ticket Options
Pricing & Ticket Options
'Existing Annual Member' (Included for you, simply RSVP below)
'Casual Attendee' ($25 for 1 meeting only)
'Annual Member' ($250/year)
OR.....If it's your FIRST TIME
You can trial our PDN Annual Membership for JUST $1!
'Existing Annual Member' (Included for you, simply RSVP below)
'Casual Attendee' ($25 for 1 meeting only)
'Annual Member' ($250/year)
OR.....If it's your FIRST TIME
You can trial our PDN Annual Membership for JUST $1!
March 21, 2026
**Space Is Limited - RSVP NOW**
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