UDIA Victoria

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The Productivity Commission’s 2025 reporting that physical productivity in residential construction has fallen by 53% over the past three decades, and labour productivity has declined by 12%, highlighted productivity as a major impediment to delivering more homes. For context, economy-wide productivity increased by almost 50% over the same period. Combined with construction costs surging 35% in the past five years, underscores the urgent need for innovative approaches to construction.     Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) offer one of the strongest opportunities to reverse this trend. Victoria’s MMC sector is already demonstrating time savings of up to 40%, improved build quality and significant waste reduction.     The Victorian Government has now released its MMC Statement, outlining the state's package of initiatives and reforms to grow the MMC sector in Victoria.     Several recommendations of the UDIA Victoria have been adopted:  - Regulatory parity between modern and traditional construction methods by modernising any outdated regulations which deter consumers and industry.  - Streamlined approvals through the Development Facilitation - Program, deemed- to-comply standards and removal of permits for many small second dwellings.  - Updating domestic building contracts so they properly reflect how MMC projects are built and allow progress payments to match when most of the work happens in the factory rather than on site.  - Government leadership through procurement, where the state acts as a market maker by using programs like modular schools, kindergartens and regional housing to create reliable demand for MMC. This steady pipeline helps manufacturers scale, invest in facilities and bring down costs – driving broader industry adoption.  - Targeted skills and industry development through the Future of Housing Construction Centre of Excellence, the Digital Jobs program and Skills Solutions Partnerships.    UDIA Victoria looks forward to partnering with industry and government to turn these commitments into real productivity gains in housing delivery across Victoria.     Access the MMC statement here: https://lnkd.in/grS9CKxK

Thank you for joining us 🎉 There was plenty of festive cheer in the room at the Outlook Young Professionals end of year Christmas party - so many people came together to toast the year’s achievements, connect with colleagues and peers, and kick off the festive season! The success of this event was made possible by the support and contributions of the Outlook Committee. 📸 Photos are now live! Please feel free to share photos with your networks: https://lnkd.in/gyQRwrPd Join us in 2026, for the annual Outlook lawn bowls event. Don’t miss out, purchase your tickets today: https://lnkd.in/gey3qBQH Justin K. Zoe Quick Gabriella Nelson Josh Rock Mia Jenkins Claudia Facy

Thank you to our members and wider industry for being part of our 10,000-strong network. Your support drives and informs everything we do.   With an election less than 12 months away, there has never been a more important time to be part of the UDIA Community: ✅ Shape our advocacy program ✅ Grow your network  ✅ Upskill your team  ✅ Tap into our research and data partners   Become a UDIA Victoria member today: https://lnkd.in/gcigK9Fk   Let’s keep building a stronger and connected urban development industry! #UDIAVictoria #UrbanDevelopment #Community #Membership #ThankYou

Early Bird pricing for UDIA National Congress 2026 closes on 31 December! This is your last chance to secure the lowest ticket rates for Australia’s premier development industry event. Register now and take advantage of exclusive savings before prices increase on 1 January: https://udiacongress.com/

Today the Victorian Government announced two planning reforms: • An expansion of the infrastructure contributions system to the 50 additional Train and Tram Zone Activity Centres from July 2027, with a levy of $11,350 per new dwelling. • Changes to car parking rules to allow more homes near high-frequency public transport.   While flexibility on car parking rules is welcome, the extension of infrastructure contributions will increase housing costs, not reduce them. UDIA Victoria CEO spoke to Nine News, the Age and ABC radio, cautioning that the additional developer contribution will inevitably be passed onto home buyers. As Linda told Heidi Murphy: “any new contribution or levy on development is simply going to making housing more expensive.  Developers have no choice but to pass on these costs, as they are already struggling to make projects viable, particularly those that families can afford.” The industry needs more carrots and less sticks – instead of adding to stamp duty, land tax, Windfall Gains Tax (WGT) and a myriad of other property taxes, industry needs assistance to reduce construction and holding costs to deliver homes at a price point that is attainable to more than a select few. UDIA continues to advocate for reforms that encourage development, including changes to WGT and Foreign Purchasers Additional Duty. We remain committed to working closely with both the Victorian Government and Opposition to champion policies that support industry, housing affordability and growing Victorian communities. Members have received an update in their inbox today, and will recieve further detail in Urban Insights on Friday. Article in the Age: https://lnkd.in/gQV8T__z Government media release: https://lnkd.in/gBpZBQ_P

That’s a wrap for the UDIA Victoria Awards 2025!   With nearly 800 attendees in the room, the Palladium at Crown was the place to be!   On Friday, 28 November, we came together to celebrate excellence, quality, and innovation in the urban development industry - and with so many outstanding finalists, we had a lot to celebrate!   UDIA Victoria is proud to partner with our Platinum Sponsor, RPM GRP, and all the category sponsors to recognise the exceptional projects and remarkable leaders.   Congratulations to the outstanding winners and finalists who continue to raise the bar for our industry.   See all the photos from the event and feel free to share your favourite moments with your network: https://lnkd.in/gPy9pW9G We wish all the Victorian winners the very best as they advance to the UDIA National Awards 2026.

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Congratulations to the recipients of the 2025 UDIA Victoria Awards - Judges Commendations.    These commendations recognise projects that demonstrate exceptional quality and merit special recognition as outstanding entries.    - UDIA Victoria Boutique Development (Townhouse) Award – Compose Hawthorn by Sinclair Brook    - UDIA Victoria Urban Marketing Award – Prince & Parade by Mirvac   - UDIA Victoria Medium Density Development Award – Como Terraces by Cbus Property and Sterling Global Property Group - UDIA Victoria Urban Renewal Award – Invicta House by Plus Architecture    #UDIAVICAWARDS2025 #awardwinning #UDIAVic #leadershipawards #leadership #awards #awards2025

2025 Winner of the UDIA Victoria Project of the Year Congratulations to Seafarers – 1 Hotel and Homes Melbourne by RIVERLEE!   Sponsored by RPM GRP    Among an exceptional field of finalists, Seafarers stands out as the project that redefines the benchmark for development in Victoria. The judges recognised its visionary approach to Melbourne’s historic riverfront, its seamless integration of adaptive reuse, luxury, sustainability and community benefit, and its exemplary design quality.    Through exceptional heritage restoration, sustainable design, and world-class urban renewal, Seafarers delivers architectural excellence and meaningful community outcomes. Its transformative riverfront vision and high-quality execution demonstrate leadership, innovation and impact at a level that sets it apart as the most outstanding project of the year.    #UDIAVICAWARDS2025 #awardwinning #UDIAVic #leadershipawards #leadership #awards #awards2025