2026 Melbourne Build Expo
Rob Flux, Property Advisor, Property Developer Network, is speaking on two panels at the Future of Housing Summit, and PDN is hosting the Property Developers Networking Exchange at the Networking Hub.
Melbourne Build is Victoria’s largest construction and design show, featuring 20,000 attendees, 350+ exhibitors, 500+ speakers across 15 CPD-accredited conference stages. The event connects developers, contractors, architects, engineers, government, suppliers and construction leaders through a large-scale exhibition, conference programme and networking opportunities.
Where You Can Find Us
Future of Housing Summit
Networking Hub
Future of Housing Summit
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Please Note: Registration is handled by Melbourne Build Expo. You'll complete it on their website, not with PDN.
Register For Your Free Ticket >>Can Melbourne Build Density and Maintain Public Trust?
1:00pm - 1:50pm · Future of Housing Summit
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) - 1 Convention Centre Pl, South Wharf, VIC 3006
The session will examine how Melbourne can balance the need for greater density with the expectations of existing and future communities. It will explore the role of good design, transparent planning, community engagement and supporting infrastructure in creating places where people genuinely want to live. As the city evolves, the discussion will consider how governments, developers and communities can work together to foster confidence in higher-density development and ensure growth delivers lasting social, economic and environmental benefits.
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Moderator, Director of Architecture, Vabasis
President, Consulting Surveyors Victoria
Senior Associate, Plus Studio
Property Advisor, Property Developer Network
Development Manager, Masterplanned Communities Team at Mirvac
Property Developers Networking Exchange
11:40am – 12:30pm · Networking Hub
From Investor to Developer: How Everyday Aussies Are Becoming Property Developers to Help Solve the Housing Crisis
Connect with fellow property investors, aspiring developers and industry professionals to explore opportunities in small-scale property development. Exchange insights, share experiences and discover how infill development can help address Australia's housing shortage.
Read More On The Melbourne Build Website >>Community as Infrastructure: Rethinking Growth Area Development
2pm - 2:50pm · Future of Housing Summit
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) - 1 Convention Centre Pl, South Wharf, VIC 3006
The session will examine how growth area development can move beyond traditional approaches to deliver stronger, more inclusive and better connected communities from the outset. It will explore the role of integrated planning, cross-sector collaboration and long-term investment in creating neighbourhoods that support social cohesion and quality of life. As Melbourne continues to evolve, the discussion will consider how community infrastructure can become a central pillar of sustainable urban growth.
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Community Development & Partnerships Manager - Woodlea
Principal | Melbourne Studio Leader - GroupGSA
Community Development Consultant Asia Pacific Region - Jeder Institute
Manager Cultural Development - Merri-bek City Council
Property Advisor, Property Developer Network
About Rob Flux
Rob Flux is an active property developer, and Founder of Property Developer Network (PDN), Australia’s largest property development community, with more than 38,000 members where he works as an industry advocate to Govt's at all levels on behalf of Small-Scale Developers. With more than 39 years’ experience in property, Rob brings a practitioner’s perspective to the challenges of delivering much-needed housing, particularly through small and medium-scale infill development. He serves on multiple government advisory panels, contributing industry insight on housing supply, planning reform and the barriers facing developers.
