About us
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 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 section, 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, Brisbane City 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, success' 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 typically 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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Fixing Construction dispute nightmares(William Pryor ADR) + Townhouses(Sunny)
Oaks on Market, 60 Market St, Melbourne, 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/uMKhWe 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 (Melbourne time) to 'Mingle With The Expert'
Virtual: 2pm (Melbourne time)INTRODUCING THE INDUSTRY EXPERT:
Get Council Onside From Day One! SUHO (Alison Fenton)You’ve got a great site. The numbers stack. You’re ready to push ahead.
Then council hits you with Environmentally Sustainable Design requirements you didn’t fully see coming.
Different rules. Different reports. Different expectations depending on the council.
Suddenly, what should be a straightforward planning approval turns into a maze of consultants, conflicting advice, and delays.
Now you’re scrambling.
Plans need to be reworked. Reports need to be redone. Costs start creeping up.
And worst of all? Time blows out… putting your entire deal at risk.
If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone.
This is exactly where most mum-and-dad developers get caught.
They bring in ESD too late.
They assume one report will cover everything.
They miss simple, low-cost wins that councils are actually looking for.
And it ends up costing them time, money, and momentum.
That’s why we’ve brought in Alison Fenton from SUHO.
In her session:
You will learn how to cut through the noise and get this right from the start.
So instead of delays and redesigns… you get smoother approvals and faster progress to building.
Here’s what she’ll break down for you:
• How to integrate ESD early (and why it changes everything)
• Exactly what reports your site needs and what it doesn’t
• The 10 Key Sustainable Development Categories and the easy wins most developers miss
• How to align planning approval with your building permit from day oneWalk away knowing how to simplify ESD, avoid costly mistakes, and keep your project moving forward.
Because the developers who get this right?
They don’t just get approvals faster.
They build better projects and keep control of their deals.
INTRODUCING THE REAL DEAL:
1 Into 4 Townhouses (Vijay Ramasundaram)
720m2, Glenroy, VictoriaOne Site. Four Townhouses. Maximum Upside.
You’ve found a site that works. The numbers stack up. You’ve got a clear plan… maybe a simple 1 into 2. Safe. Straightforward.
Then reality kicks in.
The market shifts. Feasibilities change. What once looked like a solid deal suddenly feels like it’s leaving money on the table.
If you’ve been there, you’re not alone.
That’s exactly what Vijay Ramasundaram faced on this project. The difference? He didn’t lock himself into the original plan. He stayed flexible, reassessed the numbers, and adapted his strategy to suit the market.
What started as a conservative approach evolved into a 1 into 4 townhouse development unlocking the site’s full potential with multiple exit strategies built in from day one.
In this session, Vijay will walk you through:
• How to secure a site with a clear strategy while keeping your options open
• Why avoiding emotional attachment to your first plan can dramatically improve your outcome
• Reassessing feasibility as market conditions shift
• Turning a “good” deal into a great one by maximising the site’s flexibilityIf you’ve ever wondered whether you’re getting the most out of your site, this is the session that will challenge how you think about your next deal.
Practical. Strategic. Focused on real outcomes.
Don’t miss this Real Deal session.
This is your chance to talk property with other enthusiasts!
See you all soon!
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