MEMBER BENEFITS The Urban Development Institute of Australia is the peak membership organisation representing the urban development industry. Our purpose is to promote excellence and innovation in the delivery of new housing and communities in Victoria.

The Institute’s membership is diverse and available to corporate and private organisations and government departments involved in the urban development industry including:• Developers• Builders• Lawyers• State and local government representatives• Professional consultants• Planners• Financiers• Material suppliers• Engineers• Educational Institutions• And all organisations involved in the urban development process The Institute’s Victorian division is available to respond to member queries and be a voice for industry issues. We ensure members have access to market intelligence and important policy updates, which offer members a distinct operating advantage.

ACCESS TO POLICY UPDATES AND POLICY MAKERSA key role for the Institute in Victoria is the representation of its members’ interests through active participation at all levels of government on important industry issues. Members have found a voice in the Institute through which they can communicate their concerns and ideas to decision makers, the community and the broader industry. Members receive a fortnightly Industry News and Advocacy eNewsletter broadcasting advocacy and policy activities on issues such as housing affordability, cost of development, environment, sustainability, infrastructure and transport. The timely release of issues-based member alerts ensures members have immediate access to changes in policy and legislation affecting the urban development industry. MARKET INTELLIGENCEA series of intelligence initiatives are developed in conjunction with the Institute’s Research Partners and distributed by email to keep members ahead in policy, research, legislation and important industry updates.

Two Apartment Research Updates are distributed annually along with two Greenfield Research Updates offering data and commentary with highlights presented at the Research Breakfast Series. Economic Activity Updates are released twice yearly and detailed presentations offered at Research Breakfasts held throughout the year.

RESEARCH AND INDUSTRY INTELLIGENCE Access to quarterly reports analysing market data and trends: • Bi-annual Greenfield Land Mark Report• Bi-annual Apartment Market Report• Quarterly Property Economic Report• Annual National State of the Land Report

MEMBERS’ DIRECTORYAn online directory showcasing the Institute’s members is an excellent reference tool allowing members to promote their business as well as locate other members through a range of search options. Each member receives a free listing as a member benefit and the opportunity to advertise within the directory.

NATIONAL ENVIRODEVELOPMENT PROGRAM This ground-breaking environmental branding system is a unique marketing tool which allows members of the Institute to proudly promote outstanding environmental and sustainability outcomes achieved in their projects.

COMMITTEE PARTICIPATIONThe Institute’s Committees are structured to respond to issues as they develop through the creation of expert reporting teams. Responsible for developing submissions for the enhancement of the industry, all members can nominate to participate on Committees and play an active role in influencing policy and developing the Institute’s Advocacy Agenda. Regular information-based forums and events are designed for members to learn about the latest industry news and developments. The Institute’s Industry Forums and annual Urban Development Summit encourage interaction from attendees to ensure positive, industry led outcomes are achieved. BUSINESS BUILDING & SPONSORSHIPThere are numerous brand-building opportunities available for organisations looking to raise their corporate profile and connect with the Institute’s 3,500 urban development industry member contacts. Customised packages enable sponsors to partner with the Institute by selecting from a range of sponsorship options, including event and online sponsorship and advertising in the Members’ Directory.

REDUCED RATES AND PRIORITY EVENT REGISTRATIONThe Institute’s Industry Forums, Industry Lunches, Research Breakfasts, Urban Development Summit and Awards for Excellence gala events provide members with opportunities to network in an educational forum.Members attend all events at reduced rates and are given priority access to registration where places are limited. AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONPrestigious and highly sought after in the Victorian development industry, the UDIA Awards for Excellence is a respected program with valued and prestigious awards. These Awards have been specifically developed by, and for, the urban development industry to recognise excellence and innovation in Victoria’s most important industries. The program concludes with a spectacular gala lunch and presentation ceremony in December, that attracts a large and influential audience of development professionals along with dignitaries from the Victorian Government.

For all membership enquiries, please contact Commercial Director Angela Gaedke on 03 9832 9600 or via email angela@udiavic.com.au

Urban Development Institute of Australia (Victoria)

Level 4, 437 St Kilda Road Melbourne VIC 3004