1. Urban Development Institute of Australia (Qld) Presented by: George Healy – UDIA (Qld) Ernie Harvey – hpc urban ‘Establish your edge in the property game’

2. What is UDIA?  The Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA) is a national, not-for- profit membership organisation, established in 1972.  UDIA (Qld) is the State’s largest professional organisation that represents and furthers the interests and integrity of the property development industry in Queensland.  UDIA (Qld) has 12 regional branches in addition to the State office in Brisbane: Gold Coast Sunshine Coast Ipswich Toowoomba Moreton Bay Cairns Gladstone Fraser Coast Bundaberg Townsville Mackay/Whitsunday Rockhampton

3. Who’s involved?  Over 1,000 corporate members and 3,000 affiliated individual members in Queensland.  Our members include developers, financiers, lawyers, accountants, architects, planners, engineers, project marketers, professional consultants, government representatives and full-time students.  Our members development activities include: Master-planned communities Urban renewal Multi-level development Land subdivision Medium density development Attached and detached housing Sustainable development Seniors’ living Commercial development Retail Development Industrial development Hotels and resorts Golf course development

4. How we can help  Industry representation – engagement with government to achieve positive outcomes for the industry  Information - keeping members informed on the latest industry practice, legislative and policy issues, research and data  Quarterly Industry Report  Urban Developer  Support – practical advice and support on industry issues  Contacts & Networking – position yourself in the industry, make new contacts and build relationships with industry peers  Over 50 events per year in Brisbane  Industry Recognition - annual awards celebrating the best of the best in the industry  Professional Development - conferences, seminars and skill based events featuring key experts and industry leaders and a mentoring programme for younger members of the industry

5. Forum to encourage the involvement of women within the industry. Mentoring programme. Regular functions each year providing networking opportunities with industry peers. Involved in research and keeping members up to date. Recognises successful women within the industry through the annual Women In Development Awards

6. Mix with market leaders in their respective fields Gain a better understanding of the industry Get ahead of the rest in a competitive employment market Opportunities for professional and career development Motivate and assist members to achieve their career and life goals Provide a forum for social, networking and educational events

7.  Our courses provide expert, practical knowledge to enable participants to become multi-skilled developers with a deeper understanding of the industry and development process  Range of courses suitable for industry entrants through to established professionals including: – ‘Steps to Successful Small-Lot Subdivisions’ – ‘Building your First Development’ – ‘Professional Property Development’ – Construction Contracts Workshops

8. WIN A PLACE ON OUR NEXT ‘Steps to Successful Small Lot Subdivisions’ (One day course, 28 June 2012) valued at $550! Submit your details tonight

9. Keep in Touch! www.udia.com.au facebook.com/UDIAProfessionalDevelopment ghealy@udiaqld.com.au (07) 3229 1589