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May 16, 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 - May 16
Water Tanks For Smarter Site Designs (Concept Engineers) + Renovation And Rooming House (Stefano Casini)
Bringing together the collective knowledge & experience of your local community to assist you in progressing on your Property Development journey.
Zac Lemon - Concept Engineers
Zac Lemon is the founder and Managing Director of Concept Engineers, and a Principal Civil Engineer with more than a decade of experience across South East Queensland. He is a Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland and NER registered engineer specialising in civil and environmental engineering. Zac has led a wide range of urban development projects across residential, commercial, industrial, mixed use, education, infrastructure and utility sectors, and is known for practical advice that helps developers make smarter early decisions around stormwater, servicing, approvals and buildability. He focuses on practical, cost-conscious solutions that help projects proceed with greater confidence.
Industry Expert
Smart Tank Choices Bigger ROI! Concept Engineers (Zac Lemon)
Water Tanks. Smart Choices. Bigger Profits.
You’ve found the right site. The numbers work. You’re ready to move.
Then reality sets in, stormwater requirements you didn’t expect, space taken up by bulky tank solutions, redesigns that cost time and money, and approvals that start slowing everything down. What looked straightforward suddenly feels more complicated than it should.
If you’ve been there, you’re not alone.
That’s exactly why understanding stormwater strategy early can make all the difference. The right tank in the right location can save space, reduce costs, simplify approvals, and protect your project margins.
In this session, Zac Lemon from Concept Engineers will walk you through:
• Why detention tanks matter early in site planning
• Different detention tank types and where each works best
• Insitu vs Pre-cast tanks
• Under slab detention for maximising developable area
• Round and slimline tanks where above ground solutions are acceptable
• How tank selection affects layout, yield, cost and buildability
• Common mistakes that lead to redesigns and approval issues
• How to coordinate detention early with architecture, civil and hydraulics
If stormwater, site constraints, or hidden compliance issues have ever slowed one of your projects, this is the session that shows you how to stay ahead.
Practical. Relatable. Packed with insights you can apply to your next deal.
A session NOT to be missed!
Water Tanks. Smart Choices. Bigger Profits.
You’ve found the right site. The numbers work. You’re ready to move.
Then reality sets in, stormwater requirements you didn’t expect, space taken up by bulky tank solutions, redesigns that cost time and money, and approvals that start slowing everything down. What looked straightforward suddenly feels more complicated than it should.
If you’ve been there, you’re not alone.
That’s exactly why understanding stormwater strategy early can make all the difference. The right tank in the right location can save space, reduce costs, simplify approvals, and protect your project margins.
In this session, Zac Lemon from Concept Engineers will walk you through:
• Why detention tanks matter early in site planning
• Different detention tank types and where each works best
• Insitu vs Pre-cast tanks
• Under slab detention for maximising developable area
• Round and slimline tanks where above ground solutions are acceptable
• How tank selection affects layout, yield, cost and buildability
• Common mistakes that lead to redesigns and approval issues
• How to coordinate detention early with architecture, civil and hydraulics
If stormwater, site constraints, or hidden compliance issues have ever slowed one of your projects, this is the session that shows you how to stay ahead.
Practical. Relatable. Packed with insights you can apply to your next deal.
A session NOT to be missed!
Stefano Casini
Stefano Casini is a senior registered architect in Europe and Australia and a boutique property developer with over 20 years’ experience and more than $400M in designed projects. With international experience across Europe, South-East Asia, and Australia, he brings a deep understanding of diverse markets, economic cycles, and development opportunities. Since 2019, he has focused on property development, combining architectural expertise, project management, and sustainable design to deliver commercially strong and environmentally responsible projects. Holding master’s degrees in architecture and Sustainable Design, along with a Certificate IV in Project Management, Stefano offers a well-rounded, end-to-end approach that helps investors maximise returns while managing risk.
'Real Deal' Presentation
1 Into 2 Subdivision (Stefano Casini)
1012m2, Townsville, Queensland
What Happens When Your Deal Changes Mid-Flight?
You find the site. The numbers stack up. The strategy makes sense.
Everything looks locked in.
Then reality shifts.
Construction costs jump post-COVID.
Approvals and subdivision start dragging.
Finance tightens and buyers can’t get the numbers to work.
And suddenly… the deal you thought was solid starts bending in every direction.
Do you hold the strategy?
Do you pivot mid-project?
Or do you accept a lower outcome just to get out clean?
Here’s the truth:
Most mum and dad developers don’t lose control at the start of a deal…
They lose it when the market, costs, and strategy all change at the same time and they don’t adapt fast enough.
That’s why you need to hear from Stefano Casini.
In this Real Deal session, Stefano will walk you through a project that started as one strategy and finished as another and how adapting at the right time made all the difference.
In this session, you’ll discover:
• How backing rental growth and yield fundamentals helped the project perform
• Why state government changes created opportunity in rooming accommodation
• The impact of post-COVID construction price escalation on feasibility
• Why the original duplex strategy had to pivot mid-project
• How workmanship shortages delayed subdivision timelines
• The finance challenges that forced a $50K price adjustment at settlement
And most importantly…
How to recognise when to pivot a strategy so you don’t fight the market, you work with it.
Don’t miss this Real Deal! It’s a real-world example of how flexibility in development can be the difference between profit… and pressure.
1012m2, Townsville, Queensland
What Happens When Your Deal Changes Mid-Flight?
You find the site. The numbers stack up. The strategy makes sense.
Everything looks locked in.
Then reality shifts.
Construction costs jump post-COVID.
Approvals and subdivision start dragging.
Finance tightens and buyers can’t get the numbers to work.
And suddenly… the deal you thought was solid starts bending in every direction.
Do you hold the strategy?
Do you pivot mid-project?
Or do you accept a lower outcome just to get out clean?
Here’s the truth:
Most mum and dad developers don’t lose control at the start of a deal…
They lose it when the market, costs, and strategy all change at the same time and they don’t adapt fast enough.
That’s why you need to hear from Stefano Casini.
In this Real Deal session, Stefano will walk you through a project that started as one strategy and finished as another and how adapting at the right time made all the difference.
In this session, you’ll discover:
• How backing rental growth and yield fundamentals helped the project perform
• Why state government changes created opportunity in rooming accommodation
• The impact of post-COVID construction price escalation on feasibility
• Why the original duplex strategy had to pivot mid-project
• How workmanship shortages delayed subdivision timelines
• The finance challenges that forced a $50K price adjustment at settlement
And most importantly…
How to recognise when to pivot a strategy so you don’t fight the market, you work with it.
Don’t miss this Real Deal! It’s a real-world example of how flexibility in development can be the difference between profit… and pressure.
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!
May 16, 2026
**Space Is Limited - RSVP NOW**
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