What we’re about
Started in 2012 as 5 mates trying to help each others projects succeed, Property Developer Network (PDN) is now the largest national networking group for up and coming Property Developers running monthly networking events in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane & Adelaide to assist you on your Property Development journey.
PDN also run online support groups, Facebook communities, formal education & mentoring programs, have access to massive discounts from a ton of suppliers & much much more.
The intent of these monthly events is to bring together the collective experience, thoughts and ideas of like minded individuals to assist each other to achieving our goals in Property Development. Our unique format caters from absolute novices to full time professionals with something to cater for every level of experience.
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We have built quite a reputation in helping to kick start peoples Property Development careers, or lift the trajectory for those already on their way. Having seen a number of our members leave their day jobs to transition to full time Property Development, and a hell of a lot more that are well on their way. Having said that, the group is not just for beginners, we have a number of long time developers in the group at the bigger end of town also with everyone able to gain from the collective experience of the group.
Our meetings typically consist 3 distinct sections, an Industry Expert, a Real Deal & finally a Masterminding process.
Our Industry Experts are people that you will need in your property development team, with them giving guidance and advise on the relevant topic of the month. In the past we have had Town Planners, Civil Engineers, Property Lawyers, Accountants, Architects, University Lecturers, Project Managers, Experienced Developers, Property Managers, Financial Planners, Valuers, Council, Surveyors, Commercial Lenders & more. These experts love helping those with a thirst for knowledge and an attitude to succeed and we have been blessed with the quality of these speakers who keep lining up wanting to present at our group.
The Real Deals allow you to learn from projects that others have done within our group. Learn from their experience, successes and mistakes before you do it yourself. You get to see warts and all what went right, what went wrong and the profit that was able to be achieved out to the deal. There is nothing better than seeing the real thing to know that you can do the same for yourself.
We finish with a Mastermind process, with each person able to seek assistance from the collective knowledge of the group in how to overcome any current obstacles. Sometimes your problem might be as simple as not knowing where to start, or how to learn the development process, whilst other times it might be as complex as a specific problem that you are having withing your current deal. Either way, the group is here to help, with all of us moving forward as a result.
OH - And we always kick on socially after the event for a few beverages so please make sure you have plenty of time to hang around and mingle with your peers.
Welcome aboard, and I hope you enjoy the ride.
Rob Flux
Upcoming events
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Tree Rules That Fast Track Approvals!(Arborman Tree Sols.) + Subd(Vicky & Paul )
Stamford Plaza Adelaide, 150 North Terrace, Adelaide, SA, AU***RSVP PROCESS - CRITICAL INFO***
Please be aware, we don't use the Meetup website to take RSVPs, so you will need to register on this link to lock in your place (bookings essential) - https://propdev.info/ufCJc
We run events most weekends around Australia so you can attend either physically in your local area, or live-stream to any event around the country.
In-Person: 1:30pm (Adelaide time) to 'Mingle With The Expert'
Virtual: 2pm (Adelaide time)
INTRODUCING THE INDUSTRY EXPERT:
Tree Rules That Fast Track Approvals! Arborman Tree Solutions (Marcus Lodge)
AS4970:2025 Tree Protection Without Project Delays
Trees can make or break your approval.
One wrong assumption about "no-go" zones and your DA can stall or get refused. Most teams wait too long to bring in an arborist, then scramble when council demands investigations they should've done upfront.
AS4970:2025 has changed the game. New rules for root zones, tree protection, and how encroachments are assessed. Miss these changes and you're risking time, money, and momentum.
This month, Marcus will show you:
• What changed in AS4970:2025 and why it matters for your site
• How to assess and justify encroachments when done right
• When to engage a project arborist and what investigations councils expect
• The exact documentation that gets approvals over the line
Don’t let trees derail your development come along to learn how to protect your site and your schedule.
INTRODUCING THE REAL DEAL:
1 into 4 Subdivision (Vicky Allinson & Paul Lihou)
1,005sqm, GZ, Park Holme, South Australia
Delays can be good!
Vicky and Paul bought a site at auction for a straightforward 1-into-4. Then came the infrastructure puzzle: sewer, gas, water and NBN all competing for space. What looked simple became real-world Tetris with unavoidable compromises.
But here's the twist, the delays caused by services worked in their favour as the market lifted, pushing profits higher by completion.
Vicky & Paul will share:
• How they optimised 1,005sqm to deliver four homes while capturing vineyard views
• The service design that solved the utilities puzzle without blowing the budget
• Why timing delays improved their result
• From acquiring the site to exiting, the project delivered a strong uplift and an impressive return
Great deals aren’t luck, they’re strategy. Join us to find out how.
Push your journey forward and come in-person to network with like-minded Developers!
See you all soon!1 attendee
Past events
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