FUTURE OF HOUSING
Housing is one of the most pressing challenges facing the Illawarra, impacting workforce attraction, economic growth and community wellbeing.
Future of Housing is Business Illawarra’s next phase of regional housing leadership—shifting the conversation from advocacy to action. Building on years of evidence-based policy work, this event focuses on delivery, accountability and measurable progress across 2026.
Business Illawarra has a strong track record in housing advocacy, including the landmark Illawarra First Housing Report launched in 2023 in partnership with Dr Judith Stubbs and Associates. The report helped set a clear regional agenda and contributed to meaningful government reform, including planning changes and increased investment in affordable and key worker housing.
Key topics include cost versus profit, business viability versus community need, old versus new housing models, the role of technology, removing barriers to delivery, and why regional housing matters—not just metropolitan solutions.
Event Details
Date: Friday 20th February 2026
Time: 8am - 12pm
Location: CityBeach Function Centre, 1 Marine Dr, Wollongong NSW 2500, Australia
Member Price: $111.50
Non-Member Price: $123.50
This event brings together government, industry and regional leaders to assess progress to date, align priorities and shape the next chapter of housing outcomes for the Illawarra.
Confirmed Speakers & Panelist
Jamie Durie, TV Host Future House
The Hon. Paul Scully MP, Minister for Planning and Public Spaces
The Hon. Rose Jackson MLC, Minister for Housing, Homelessness, Water, Mental Health and Youth
Amanda Winks, CEO Housing Trust
Simon Kersten, Managing Director, Colliers
Future of Housing is a platform for leadership, collaboration and evidence-based solutions—ensuring housing remains a regional priority and delivers real outcomes for our community.
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HOW TO BE INVOLVED
Co-brand a robust, repeatable Housing 2.0 scorecard that turns data into influence, supporting media engagement, policy submissions and shaping the region’s housing agenda for 2026.
Join the Housing 2.0 Steering Group to help set priorities, align government and market efforts, and be visibly involved where regional housing decisions are being shaped.
Be recognised as a leader committed to delivering housing solutions that balance growth, liveability and long-term community outcomes.