2026 Queensland Property Outlook - BRISBANE

As Brisbane advances towards the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games — driving major precinct renewal, infrastructure delivery and a lasting legacy of enhanced connectivity and global profile — don’t miss hearing from our expert  panel of industry leaders on the trends, capital flows and strategic shifts shaping one of Australia’s fastest-growing property markets.

The 2026 AICC Queensland Property Outlook will convene senior leaders, investors, and industry stakeholders for a focused discussion on the next phase of growth across South-East Queensland and the wider state. This flagship annual event will showcase the investment opportunities shaping the region’s property, development, and infrastructure landscape as Brisbane advances towards the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. 

With the Games driving major precinct renewal, infrastructure delivery, and global engagement, Queensland is entering a transformative era that will leave a lasting legacy of improved connectivity, revitalised precincts, enhanced public spaces, and a strengthened global profile for the city. The moderated panel of senior industry leaders will explore the trends, capital flow,s and strategic shifts shaping the market, delivering valuable insights for those looking to invest in one of Australia’s fastest-growing regions.

OUR GUEST SPEAKERS:

Jack Hutchinson, Director of Hutchinson Builders, Australia’s largest privately owned construction company. A qualified quantity surveyor and licenced builder, he holds an MBA from the London Business School and a Bachelor of Property (QS & CM) from Bond University. Before being appointed as a Director in 2022, Jack worked across various project and operational roles within Hutchies, as well as within other property, construction, and financial firms in both Australia and the United Kingdom.

Jen Williams, CEO of the Committee for Brisbane since June 2024, leading the organisation’s advocacy, thought leadership and commercial operations.

Prior to joining the Committee, Jen led the Queensland Division of the Property Council of Australia. Over her 12-year tenure at the Property Council, she progressed from Senior Policy Advisor, to Deputy Executive Director, and was appointed as Executive Director in 2021.

Jen is a well-known face in Brisbane business, not-for-profit and political circles, having formed many partnerships in the pursuit of policy reform, including through public campaigns to address the housing crisis and to increase post-pandemic visitation of the city centre.

Alongside her significant experience in policy, events and engagement, Jen also has a background in secondary school education, development and political advice. She holds a Master of Management (International Business), Bachelor of Social Science and Bachelor of Education.

The Honourable Jarrod Bleijie MP, Deputy Premier of Queensland, Minister for State Development, Infrastructure and Planning, Minister for Industrial Relations, grew up on the Sunshine Coast and was elected to the Queensland Parliament in 2009 at age 27. He serves as Deputy Premier of Queensland, Minister for State Development, Infrastructure and Planning, and Minister for Industrial Relations.  

A former commercial lawyer, Jarrod has previously held senior Cabinet roles including Attorney-General and Minister for Justice. In that role he led major reforms to the justice system.    

He is also overseeing industrial relations productivity reforms to deliver Queensland’s largest ever infrastructure capital pipeline, including the generational infrastructure for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games and beyond.   

He is spearheading major reforms to get the 2032 Games back on track after years of uncertainty, ensuring Queensland’s Olympic and Paralympic venues are delivered on time and built to leave a lasting legacy that Queenslanders can be proud of.  

He currently chairs the Cabinet Housing Taskforce and leads delivery of Queensland’s multibillion-dollar Residential Activation Fund to unlock more housing supply, while supporting planning reforms in partnership with communities and councils.  

Jarrod is also delivering the Crisafulli Government’s flagship Sovereign Industry Development Fund, supporting projects that will accelerate priority industry development in the key areas of biofuels, biomedicine and defence industry.   

His approach is grounded in strong partnerships, respect for taxpayers and getting things done.  

Paul Spiro is a highly respected chairman, non‑executive director and governance professional with more than 40 years’ experience spanning law, economic development and the arts.

He is currently Chairman of the Brisbane Economic Development Agency, where he leads the positioning of Brisbane as a competitive national and international investment destination, including preparations around Brisbane 2032. Paul also serves as a Councillor of the Queensland Futures Institute and is a consultant at Green Mortgage Lawyers. In addition, he is Chair of the Audit and Risk Committee for the Queensland Department of Customer Services, Open Data and Small and Family Business.

A recognised business leader and one of Queensland’s leading experts in property law, Paul is known for his strategic leadership, commercial negotiation skills and ability to facilitate complex stakeholder engagement across government and the private sector. He is a passionate supporter of the arts and has long contributed his expertise to cultural institutions and initiatives. His contributions to business and the arts have been acknowledged through several honours, including being named Brisbane City Council Corporate Citizen of the Year in 2024 and receiving the Arts Law Centre of Australia’s Arts Community Pro Bono Award in 2013.

Paul’s career includes senior leadership roles as Executive Chairman and Managing Partner of Gadens in Brisbane, Adelaide and Manila, as well as National Non‑Executive Chairman of Gadens. He has previously served as Chairman of the Brisbane Festival and the Brisbane Institute, held roles with Creative Partnerships Australia and the Queensland Art Gallery and Gallery of Modern Art Foundation, and represented the Attorney‑General on the Queensland Law Society Council. Alongside his current portfolio of board and committee appointments across government, statutory authorities and the arts sector, Paul continues to make a significant contribution to Queensland’s economic, legal and cultural landscape.