Women in Property

Yesterday our Sydney Chapter of Women in Property hosted a breakfast event and site tour of Long’s Lane. The weather was perfect, providing a beautiful setting for breakfast in the courtyard of one of the 18 homes located in the heart of the city. Long’s Lane in The Rocks, Sydney, is a unique collection of eighteen addresses that are iconic landmarks of Australian history. For the first time in over fifty years, these properties are being carefully restored and made available to new owners. The morning starting with a panel discussion featuring Tim Greer, Sophie Wilson (Horton), Diana Sarcasmo, Andrew Coward, and Susan MacDonald. This was followed by an insightful site tour led by Anna Cusso from the Museum of History NSW, where attendees learned about the rich history of The Rocks and the impressive restoration techniques used to revive these historic properties. Thank you to our sponsors for this event, Wentworth Capital and Colliers. If you have any feedback or would like to take part in future events, please reach out to Women in Property committee members: Mei-ling Billing, Diana Sarcasmo, Jessica Kelley, Emma McGill, Luke Berry, Larissa Williams, and Rhian Davies.

The theme of this year’s International Women’s Day was "March Forward: For All Women & Girls." Our annual luncheon held this week could not have better exemplified our collective progress in marching forward as female leaders in property. Over 160 of us came together at the newly opened Melbourne Place to hear the powerful and moving story of tennis champion Jelena Dokic - a story of vulnerability, self-belief, worthiness and strength. Hosted by respected sports presenter and journalist Caty Price, we were so proud to have delivered this important and empowering event to bring our members together, inspiring them to march forward. We owe our heartfelt thanks to our Gold Sponsor, MPA, alongside sponsors REA Group and Stockland, for helping deliver such important events like this to our wonderful members. Whitney McLaren Kristine Lee Pratt Vanessa Lai Cara Cunningham Sarah D'Orazio Sophie Walsh Lisa Kelly Alex Hopkins Natasha Lauricella Cherie McMahon Kylie Kilpatrick Amanda Schwilk

Join us for an insightful discussion with Lisa Taylor, General Manager of Sales and Marketing at Mirvac, on the latest episode of 21 Questions. In this episode, Lisa dives into what it takes to thrive in the property industry—highlighting the importance of truly understanding the customer journey and staying ahead of cutting-edge technologies like AI. She also shares her belief in the power of authenticity and urges newcomers to gain hands-on experience rather than relying solely on desk work. When reflecting on her biggest career challenge, Lisa talks about balancing full-time work with childcare after returning from maternity leave – a challenge many women in the workplace can relate to. Want to catch the full episode? Head to our website - https://lnkd.in/gt9bcHcs

EXCLUSIVE SITE TOUR - TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE Historic Long’s Lane by Wentworth Capital and Assembly Funds Management. Long’s Lane in The Rocks Sydney is a preserved collection of eighteen addresses and are quintessential landmarks of Australian history. Now, for the first time in over half a century, each one is being lovingly restored and made available for a new generation of owners. The morning will feature an interactive panel discussion and site tour with Tim Greer from the History Museum, to hear insights about this historic precinct, rich history of The Rocks and masterful restoration techniques employed to bring these properties back to life. Site Tour Date: Thursday 20th March 2025 Time: 08:30am – 10:30am Location: Long’s Lane 136 - 138 Cumberland Street, The Rocks Parking: Limited parking available on neighbouring streets. Use of public transport is recommended. 500m walk from Circular Quay Light Rail and Train Station. Timings: 8:30 AM – 9:00 AM: Breakfast available on arrival 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM: Panel Discussion  9:35 AM – 10.30 AM: Site Tour Tickets: $35 Secure your tickets now from Humantix to this exclusive event  Tickets are strictly limited (Only 60 tickets available) Click on the link to purchase your tickets: https://lnkd.in/esgRa2qX Thank you to our incredible sponsors Colliers and Wentworth Capital.

Episode 2 | 21 Questions Late last year we spoke with Dominique Gill, Founder and Managing Director of Urban Core.   Dominique started her career in architecture and transitioned to the construction industry eight years ago, founding her own company.   She shares lessons on determination, resilience, and teamwork. Her key takeaway? "If you don’t give up, you can never really lose."   Dominique is also passionate about creating more opportunities for women in the construction industry.   Watch the full episode at https://lnkd.in/gt9bcHcs   #21Questions #WomenInProperty #PropertyIndustry

WIP SYDNEY | ‘Empowered Futures’ was the focus at the Annual Women in Property lunch in Sydney on Thursday 20 February. Over 180 property professionals gathered at Terrace on the Domain to explore how innovation and social impact are shaping the future of the property sector. The theme was brought to life by our guest speaker, Lucinda Hartley, who shared invaluable insights on innovation, data and social impact in the property sector. Through her extensive experience and learnings, we explored some of the biggest challenges facing the industry, from the housing affordability crisis to ensuring safety in public spaces, and how innovation and technology can be powerful tools for positive change. A special thank you to our generous sponsors for helping bring this event to life including Wentworth Capital, Domain, and Redpath Partners. We’re all looking forward to more conversations and collaborations in 2025! WIP Sydney committee team: Mei-ling Billing, Rhian Davies, Emma McGill, Jessica Kelley, Diana Sarcasmo, Larissa Williams and Luke Berry. #WomenInProperty #propertyinnovation #industryconnections #socialimpact

🎥 The first episode of 21 Questions is now live! We’re excited to launch this brand-new series, brought to you by Women in Property and produced by the in-house team at Metropolis Agency. In our debut episode, we sit down with Jessica Gutierrez, Director of Digital Marketing Asia Pacific at Colliers. She shares her insights on the industry, what we can do to encourage greater female participation and the lasting impact of those that have supported her career. She is an incredible example of hard work, determination and stepping up to embrace new challenges whilst also striving for balance. Don't miss her full story – check it out on our website. https://lnkd.in/gt9bcHcs Mei-ling Billing, Emma McGill, Larissa Williams, Luke Berry, Rhian Davies, Jessica Kelley, Diana Sarcasmo, Vanessa Lai, Cara Cunningham, Whitney McLaren, Sarah D'Orazio, Sophie Walsh, Kristine Lee Pratt.

Tickets to both our Sydney & Melbourne luncheons for International Womens Day are now officially sold out. Thank you to everyone who quickly secured their spot and apologies to those that missed out on a ticket this time. It’s great to see so many new names on our guest list every year and we can’t wait to celebrate IWD with you all! 

Women in Property is proud to unveil our latest content series, 21 Questions. This series is focused on celebrating and sharing the experiences of the talented women within our industry. We aim to showcase their pathway through the industry, what has helped them along the way and their achievements. At Women in Property, we are constantly seeking new ways to inspire, connect, and empower women in the industry. We are thrilled to introduce 21 Questions as a dynamic new platform to support this vision. A huge thank you to our first group of guests for generously sharing your time and being so open during the interviews – Rhonda Gasper, Jessica Gutierrez, Dominique Gill, Angela Bonnefin, Bianca Solomons and Lisa Taylor. We would also like to extend our gratitude to Metropolis Agency for donating your time and expertise to produce the series. Stay tuned – we are excited to share the first interview with you all next week! #WomenInProperty #PropertyIndustry Mei-ling Billing, Diana Sarcasmo, Luke Berry, Larissa Williams, Jessica Kelley, Emma McGill, Rhian Davies, Whitney McLaren, Vanessa Lai, Cara Cunningham, Sarah D'Orazio, Kristine Lee Pratt, Sophie Walsh.

You’re invited to the Women in Property International Women’s Day Luncheon, proudly sponsored by MPA, REA Group and Oak Place Stockland. Join us at Melbourne Place on Tuesday March 11 at 12pm where guest speaker and former world number 4 tennis player, Jelena Dokic will share her awe-inspiring journey of resilience and triumph. Get your tickets at the link below. Tickets are limited, book early to avoid disappointment. https://lnkd.in/gFSVfqkP Whitney McLaren Cara Cunningham Kristine Lee Pratt Vanessa Lai Sarah D'Orazio Sophie Walsh Kylie Kilpatrick Lisa Kelly Natasha Lauricella Alex Hopkins Amanda Schwilk Cherie McMahon