UDINZ Development Pipeline 2025 Te Whanganui a Tara Wellington

Thursday 17 July
KPMG Wellington Bowen Street, Wellington Central, Wellington
Free - $25 for UDINZ Members (limited free tickets)
Non-member or Prospective member
- you can email info@udinz.nz to be added to our waitlist. If our capacity for this event is not filled we will be in touch - $100 for non-members and $80 for Prospective-members (those we are already in discussion with)

Join UDINZ at the Development Pipeline Events being run across the motu. We are excited to announce that UDINZ member Watersmart have taken up the opportunity (again) to be the official sponsor of our 2025 Development Pipeline series across the country.

At this event we showcase interesting projects that are underway or in planning in each major metro. Te Whanganui a Tara Wellington event is kindly hosted by KPMG. These are usually very popular!
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Project: St Giles Park View, Kilbirnie Cres

St Giles Park View is a 20-unit, architecturally designed residential development located on the former church site at 44 Kilbirnie Crescent. Located just minutes from the Wellington CBD and overlooking the popular Kilbirnie Park, this represents the start of a new wave of invigoration of one of the city’s targeted growth suburbs.

This project offers a unique case study in balancing premium inner-suburban living with complex natural hazard planning. Developed across four blocks, the site lies on the edge of the identified tsunami and flood hazard zones, requiring innovative and integrated responses to resilience and design.

For this project the team navigated these planning challenges while maximising density and maintaining high urban design standards in a tightly constrained, high-amenity location. With increasing pressure to intensify near urban centres, this project is a timely example of how smart design can unlock tricky sites in a way that’s viable, attractive, and future-focused.

Come and hear how this project contributes to shaping Wellington’s mid-density future.

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Project: One Three Five Victoria

One Three Five Victoria is the first large-scale, build-to-rent development in Wellington, representing a significant step forward in how the city approaches rental housing. As Wellington’s rental market continues to grow, developer Cheops Holdings Limited, along with McKee Fehl Constructors Ltd and the Kirva Trust, is leading the way in creating a rental option that offers both flexibility and stability. With “Renting with Roots,” the group has introduced an alternative for residents who prefer the flexibility of renting but also want to build a life in Wellington’s vibrant heart.

Targeting a Homestar rating of 7, the development is exceeding Healthy Home standards to create warm, dry, and energy-efficient living spaces. The eco-conscious design includes sustainable materials and smart technology, giving residents a comfortable, healthy environment and reducing environmental impact.
The property’s thoughtful design includes several unique features:
● Pet-friendly accommodations allow tenants to enjoy their homes with their beloved animals.
● Customisable interiors which empower tenants to add their personal flair to their apartment, making it truly their own.
● Secure bike storage and parking options, including EV and e-bike charging facilities, support green, urban living.
● Convenient amenities such as discrete parcel drop services, and a dedicated property manager to enhance everyday living and peace of mind.

With its central location, One Three Five Victoria seeks to offer residents the convenience of city living, with easy access to Wellington’s shops, dining, entertainment, and transport so tenants can experience the best of urban life while enjoying a premium, thoughtfully designed living space.

Projects: “The Bay” at Island Bay & The Rotunda, Oriental Parade

“The Bay” is a boutique mixed-use development by Watson Group, delivering a vibrant and resilient coastal apartment and commercial complex. Combining residential and commercial spaces within a single footprint, its curved façade draws inspiration from the local landscape and history. Designed for diverse lifestyles, from retirees and downsizers to first home buyers and young families, The Bay offers lifts, oversized garages, double-level apartments, and 15 private balconies. Built to IL3 (Importance Level 3) standard, it provides enhanced seismic resilience, ensuring long-term safety, durability, and peace of mind. The complex will be home to a new Mediterranean restaurant, from The Mosaic Group, a popular Wellington restaurant chain.

We'll also hear about their work on the Wellington Pavilion (formerly the Oriental Bay Band Rotunda) a development designed to revive a heritage waterfront landmark in central Wellington. It merges community, leisure, and hospitality within a striking new architectural form. The Wellington Pavilion will reimagine the heritage structure - blending history, hospitality and the Wellington coastline into a modern civic icon.

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We may have 1 or 2 spots available for your project to be showcased at one of our Development Pipeline events across the motu (generally run in the winter months when getting out on site is less pleasant). Get in quick!

By participating in our Development Pipeline events, you will get the chance to showcase your project in development alongside 3 or 4 other projects in your region. Here you will present on your project to a room of attendees, network, connect and engage in discussions at a particular venue.

This platform offers well-deserved recognition for the achievements of your project and an opportunity to educate others on what is possible, with an ancillary benefit being the valuable connections and collaborations created across the sector from such events.

We already have some locked in…could your project be one of them? Register your interest HERE.

UDINZ Webinar: Update on the Draft National Infrastructure Plan

Monday 21 July
Online via Zoom
Free for UDINZ Members
$50 for Prospective Member (those actively considering/in discussions with UDINZ about membership - a “try before you buy” option)
$80 for Non-members

The New Zealand Infrastructure Commission Te Waihanga recently released the Draft National Infrastructure Plan at their Annual Symposium. It sets out the key challenges New Zealand needs to prepare for over the next 30 years and how our investment approach will need to change. For many sectors it means a revived focus on the most certain of spend — maintenance and renewals. For others it means shifting investment patterns to accommodate a larger and increasingly ageing population, to decarbonise, or to prepare for more extreme weather that will occur with greater regularity. For all, it means grappling with investment under rising uncertainty — whether geopolitical, geophysical, technological or spatial.

Join us at this webinar for UDINZ members where we will hear from Peter Nunns on the Draft National Infrastructure Plan and you'll have the chance to ask questions and even provide comments in the chat.

They are genuinely seeking feedback from our sector on how the plan can be improved, whether they’ve got the right key challenges, and if the recommendations they're making are sufficient and proportionate. Feedback on the plan closes on 6 August and this is an effective way to inform yourself on what's proposed and why.

UDINZ Cotality Economic & Property Market Update - Christchurch July '25

Wednesday 23 July
Beca Offices, Christchurch
Free for UDINZ Members
$50 for Prospective Member (those actively considering/in discussions with UDINZ about membership - a “try before you buy” option)
$80 for Non-members

Join UDINZ and our research partner Cotality (former CoreLogic) for an Economic and Property Market Update in Ōtautahi Christchurch kindly hosted by Beca at their office space..

Kelvin will discuss the latest trends in the economy and property market, including:

• A detailed look at recent economic and property market trends, including the interest rate and mortgage lending environment

• You’ll also get Cotality’s views on how sales volumes and house prices might perform in the next 6-12 months

• Kelvin will also provide an update on the how the key fundamentals are unfolding in 2025, including listings patterns, buyer activity by group,  the impact of DTIs, as well as the rental and construction outlook.

Innovation in Housing Series Webinar: SeaWell (Desalination Technology)

Tuesday 29 July
Online via Zoom
Free for UDINZ Members
$50 for Prospective Member (those actively considering/in discussions with UDINZ about membership - a “try before you buy” option)
$80 for Non-members

Join us at this UDINZ "Innovation in Housing: Thinking that's outside the box" webinar where we'll hear from Brendon Green about SeaWell being a joint initiative between the NZ & US SeaWell operations in Matakana & Santa Barbara respectively. 

It's a desalination technology that could provide an significantly more cost effective alternative to expensive water infrastructure for the North Shore or maybe even just buy time with a solution that enables us to delay significant investment required to reinforce supplies from Waitākere, Hunua and Waikato. 

We all know about the capacity constraints impacting development. Might this be an alternative that changes the picture?  

SeaWell is working with Iwi & interest is being expressed in other coastal parts of NZ where housing developments need water infrastructure support.

UDINZ Development Pipeline 2025 Ōtautahi Christchurch

Tuesday 12 August
Aurecon, Level 2, Iwikau Building, 93 Cambridge Terrace, Christchurch
Free - $25 for UDINZ Members (limited free tickets)
Non-member or Prospective member
- you can email info@udinz.nz to be added to our waitlist. If our capacity for this event is not filled we will be in touch - $100 for non-members and $80 for Prospective-members (those we are already in discussion with)

Join UDINZ at the Development Pipeline Events being run across the motu. We are excited to announce that UDINZ member Watersmart have taken up the opportunity (again) to be the official sponsor of our 2025 Development Pipeline series across the country.

At this event we showcase interesting projects that are underway or in planning in each major metro. Ōtautahi Christchurch event is kindly hosted by Aurecon. These are usually very popular!

Mark your diaries now to save the date and preregister to secure your spot in the room. Detail on speakers and the projects to be showcased will follow.
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We may have 1 or 2 spots available for your project to be showcased at one of our Development Pipeline events across the motu (generally run in the winter months when getting out on site is less pleasant). Get in quick!

By participating in our Development Pipeline events, you will get the chance to showcase your project in development alongside 3 or 4 other projects in your region. Here you will present on your project to a room of attendees, network, connect and engage in discussions at a particular venue.

This platform offers well-deserved recognition for the achievements of your project and an opportunity to educate others on what is possible, with an ancillary benefit being the valuable connections and collaborations created across the sector from such events.

We already have some locked in…could your project be one of them? Register your interest HERE.

UDINZ Cotality Economic & Property Market Update - Auckland, August '25

Thursday 21 August
Beca Offices, Auckland
Free for UDINZ Members
$50 for Prospective Member (those actively considering/in discussions with UDINZ about membership - a “try before you buy” option)
$80 for Non-members

Join UDINZ and our research partner Cotality (former CoreLogic) for an Economic and Property Market Update in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland kindly hosted by Beca at their new office space in Wynyard Quarter.

Nick will discuss the latest trends in the economy and property market, including:

• A detailed look at recent economic and property market trends, including the interest rate and mortgage lending environment

• You’ll also get Cotality’s views on how sales volumes and house prices might perform in the next 6-12 months

• Nick will also provide an update on the how the key fundamentals are unfolding in 2025, including listings patterns, buyer activity by group,  the impact of DTIs, as well as the rental and construction outlook.

UDINZ Cotality Economic & Property Market Update - Wellington, September

Thursday 4 September
Beca Offices, Auckland
Free for UDINZ Members
$50 for Prospective Member (those actively considering/in discussions with UDINZ about membership - a “try before you buy” option)
$80 for Non-members

Join UDINZ and our research partner Cotality (former CoreLogic) for an Economic and Property Market Update in Te Whanganui a Tara Wellington kindly hosted by Beca.

Nick will discuss the latest trends in the economy and property market, including:

• A detailed look at recent economic and property market trends, including the interest rate and mortgage lending environment

• You’ll also get Cotality’s views on how sales volumes and house prices might perform in the next 6-12 months

• Nick will also provide an update on the how the key fundamentals are unfolding in 2025, including listings patterns, buyer activity by group,  the impact of DTIs, as well as the rental and construction outlook.

UDINZ L&D Offering:

UDINZ Subscription Service.

Subscribe HERE

Did you miss one of our Webinars?

🚀 Unlock relevant learning & development content for yourself or your team through our new UDINZ Subscription Service #SubUrbDev.

Gain access to pre-recorded on-demand webinars with industry experts, thought leaders, and innovators on topics of interest to the sector, to watch at your leisure.

Discounted access for individuals working for UDINZ Member organisations.

“Watch party” option for use in a group training session context (saves you all the effort of having to organise a speaker)

Subscription options:

UDINZ Member;
> Individual that is an employee of a UDINZ Member* - $20.00 per person (7 days access only)
> "Watch Party" for a UDINZ Member*  - $200.00 for “broadcast” at your group training session (available for your designated scheduled date)

Non-member;
> Non-member Individual - $100.00 per person (7 days access only)
> Non member "Watch Party" - $500.00 for “broadcast” at your group training session (available for your designated scheduled date)

*Employer details/membership number do need to be provided and email addresses provided must align.

Please note that for UDINZ Members (who are already supporting the organisations efforts – though annual membership fees) access is provided at a discounted fee level that seeks only to cover our administrative and licensing costs. Other subscription options look to recoup a fee for the time our staff put into curating relevant issues, advertising and delivering events and in the case of the watch party the administrative support required for liaising with you and your technical support team around enabling access for a specific date and time.

For any queries please email info@udinz.nz. Payment must be provided via this portal before content links will be provided.

UDINZ L&D Offering:

Water NZ Digital Badges

UDINZ has done a deal with Water NZ, so confirmed UDINZ members can access Water NZ Digital Badges at a 15% discount on market rates. If you’re interested in registering for any of the Water NZ Digital Badges you can register your interest here: 

Water New Zealand Digital Badges (office.com)

Please note : You register and then Water NZ will confirm with us that the person registering is employed by a UDINZ member.

In return we’ll be making our Decipering Development course available to their members at our member rates. A win win for both organisations! 

UDINZ L&D Offering:

NZGBC's Green Star Rating

We are seeking Expressions of Interest on our newest UDINZ Learning & Development Offering. A course to be delivered for us by NZGBC on their Green Star Rating. 

Let us know at the link below if you and/or your organisation would be interested in attending this course and where in the country you are located (or would be willing to travel to). Date and time will be confirmed once the course minimum is achieved.

This course will help participants better understand Green Star, build your knowledge on managing risk from the tendering stage through construction, and managing documentation for compliance. It will explore the delivery-centric credits often managed by those on the tools and also take a deep dive into sourcing and tracking sustainable and responsible materials, as well as specific credits including Exposure to Toxins.

You will learn how construction materials must be vetted for compliance against VOC and formaldehyde content, and the benefit of materials with higher consideration to environmental sustainability.

The course will also look at onsite practices including managing waste and compliant construction practices.

You'll take away hints and tips from past projects and how to ensure the best assessment outcomes. With increasing interest from the finance sector in supporting green, sustainable building projects, this could also help with your cost of finance!

This is a great way to add a competitive advantage to your bids and tenders. 

Presenters include:

• Ben Cannon, Sustainability Manager

• Clare Gallagher, National Sustainability Manager

• Joe Quad, Manager - Buildings and Communities

Click HERE to Express your Interest.

UDINZ L&D OFFERING:

Deciphering Development for Professionals Course

Contact us to discuss delivery of this course (it will be delivered periodically as a public course based on interest but is also available privately)

Register your interest for future course date please fill out the form at the link and we will be in touch: https://forms.gle/BpRCDSJ2QjSg8iad8

Objective:
Add value to professionals current expertise.
Educate those in consulting and contracting an appreciation for the development process with a view to improving relationships and understanding each other’s perspective in delivering world class residential property development projects.
Create improvement, consistency and collaboration in property development.

Audience:
This is a professional development course for those working in the architecture, engineering, construction and real estate sectors, and who wish to understand how property developer clients think and act. Held as an interactive workshop, attendees will gain an understanding of the fundamentals of property development and how successful projects are created and delivered by property developers.

Facilitated by:
The course is facilitated by Andrew Crosby with other guest speakers included from time to time.

We have secured a potential host for this course in the coming monthl and will confirm the course is proceeding once we have sufficient registered attendees.

UDIA NSW Delegation to Singapore

We are delighted to announce that we have secured access by members of Urban Development Institute of New Zealand UDINZ to a Study Tour to Singapore in May of this year being run by our counterparts at UDIA NSW.

A copy of the draft program is accessible via the link below.

If any of our members are interested in pursuing a place on that study tour please do let us know so we can first verify your membership and then facilitate an introduction to the relevant contact within UDIA NSW.