The Property Perspective

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The Property Perspective episodes

August 27 Episode 18: Inside the Family Office Mindset
In this episode of The Property Perspective, Ari Petrovs, Head of Private Office Australia at Knight Frank, sits down with Liam Bailey, Global Head of Research, to unpack the latest findings from The Wealth Report 2026. Together, they explore the growth of private wealth, family office investment strategies, global property trends and why Australia continues to attract attention from high-net-worth investors.
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31 min
June 15 Episode 17: Retail- Reinvention and Resilience in a Cost-Conscious Market
In this episode, Ben Burston (Chief Economist), Alistair Read (Senior Economist) and Annabelle Green (Head of Asset Management Services, NSW) explore how retail is adapting in a cost-conscious market, where reinvestment and reinvention are critical to sustained performance.
From strategic capex to experience-led destinations, our experts unpack how retailers are delivering stronger outcomes for tenants while creating long-term value forlandlords.
Despite economic pressures, retail has emerged as one of the strongest-performing asset classes, supported by resilient consumer spending and the continued growth of omni-channel strategies.
29 min
April 21 Episode 16: Speed to Market vs Feasibility: How Developers Are Navigating 2026
In this episode of the Property Perspective, we unpack the real-world challenges behind Australia’s housing supply push. Chief Economist, Ben Burston is joined by Mark Blinco, National Head of Project Management at Knight Frank, where they explore whether current planning reforms, accelerated approval pathways and transport-oriented development are actually delivering new housing or simply shifting the pressure points.

From rising construction costs and feasibility constraints to the tension between state and local government, this discussion cuts through policy ambition to examine what’s happening on the ground, where supply is emerging, and what developers are navigating as they try to bring projects to market.
25 min
June 23, 2025 Living sectors unlocked: Exploring the UK’s growth trajectory and lessons for Australia
Join us on the latest episode of Property Perspective, "Living Sectors Unlocked" as we dive into the UK's growth trajectory and uncover valuable lessons for Australia. 🎙️

In this episode, Ben Burston, John-Paul Stichbury, and Luke Shackleton share their expert insights on the evolution of the living sectors, from student housing to build-to-rent and co-living. Discover how the UK’s experiences can shape the future of Australia's property market.

Tune in now to gain a fresh perspective on the opportunities and challenges ahead!
38 min
June 19, 2025 Episode 14: Navigating Sydney's Investment Landscape
Sydney residential development trends - what do two magic numbers tell us about the outlook for housing supply?

In this episode of The Property Perspective by Knight Frank Australia, host Ben Burston (Chief Economist), along with Mark Litwin (Head of Investment Sales NSW) and Anthony Pirrottina (Joint Head of South Sydney), talk through market cycles and economic uncertainties, as well as the rise of co-living and the challenges of development. Tune in to hear expert insights on the future of Sydney's property market and the opportunities ahead.
28 min
May 06, 2025 Episode 13: The Tariff Talk
In this episode of The Property Perspective by Knight Frank Australia, host Ben Burston (Chief Economist) speaks with Alistair Read (Senior Economist) and Adam Fairfax (Partner, Institutional Capital) to discuss the ongoing announcements from the Trump administration regarding Tariffs. The team breaks down the tariff policy to date, its impact on the equity markets, the interest rate cycle, and what it all means for Australian property.
Taking early sounding from investors, the team also delved into the impact of the tariff announcements on investor confidence and the changes in attitude shaping the demand for different asset types.
The podcast was recorded on 1 May 2025; with the tariff policy still playing out, the topic is evolving, with more still to come!
26 min
November 07, 2024Episode 12: How Data Centres are Redefining the Market
In this episode of The Property Perspective by Knight Frank Australia, host Ben Burston speaks with Fred Fitzalan Howard, Associate Director – Asia Pacific Data Centre Lead and Angus Klem, Partner – NSW Head of Industrial Investments. Listen as they dive into the fast-evolving world of data centres. They explore key trends and strategies shaping the future of this hot asset class, including:
The evolution of the sector: the catalysts leading to the boom of the Data Centre sector over the 15-25 years.

The growth of The Cloud: how this growth has led to the rise of the need for Data Centres.

The Data Centre market in Australia: Understanding the challenges of the resources required and the opportunities that lie ahead.

The connection between Data Centres and industrial land.

Future market predictions: Discussions around growth projections, and the challenge between supply and demand.

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41 min
September 03, 2024Episode 11: The Property Perspective | Co-Living, Residential Developments and Private and Institutional Markets
In this episode of The Property Perspective by Knight Frank Australia, hosts Anthony Pirrottina and Demi Carigliano from the South Sydney Investment Sales team delve into the dynamic shifts within Australia's co-living, and residential development property market. They explore key trends and strategies shaping the future of property investment, including:
The Appeal of Apartment Blocks/Residential Developments: Examining why apartment blocks are becoming increasingly attractive to investors amidst a challenging market.
The Rise of Co-Living Spaces: A look into the growing popularity of Co-Living arrangements and how they cater to evolving tenant demands.
Challenges in Residential Development: Discussing the current economic factors, including rising construction costs and regulatory hurdles, that are impacting residential development.
Evolving Buyer Demographics: Understanding the shifts in buyer profiles, including a younger, more diverse investor base, and how they are influencing market trends.
Interest Rate Impacts: Analysing how rising interest rates are affecting property values, buyer sentiment, and investment strategies.
Future Market Predictions: Sharing insights on where the property market may be headed and what investors can expect in the coming months.
Tune in for a comprehensive overview of the current state of the Australian property market.
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24 min
July 10, 2024Episode 10: The Property Perspective - BioBoom: Rise of Life Sciences, insight into Knight Frank Australia's Life Sciences UK tour across the Golden Triangle
The Property Perspective | The rise of life
sciences, insight into Knight Frank Australia’s Life Sciences UK tour across the golden triangle & how Australia can learn from a mature market like the UK.

43 minute listen

Join Sam Biggins, Head of Healthcare and Life Sciences
- as he hosts a discussion reflecting on the recent Knight Frank Australia study tour to the UK, what is in store for Australia and how we can learn from a mature market such as the UK.
Joined by Lawson Katiza, Partner Healthcare & Consulting and Emma Goodford, Head of Life Sciences and Innovation UK, they delve straight into a fantastic discussion on the Life Sciences ecosystem in
the UK and how Australia can learn, explore and excel when creating life sciences clusters.
Join Sam, Lawson and Emma as they explore a range
of insights, including:
The unique life sciences clusters that were visited throughout the tour, looking at clusters that resonate with the Australian market, to pull a tour that can be used as a case study for the future of the Australian life sciences eco study

The collaboration between government and privates to ensure successful ecosystems throughout the UK and how Australia can learn from this

Connecting the Golden Triangle and the “stickiness” for occupiers to stay within the clusters with strong amenity offerings and long term investment collaborating into the wider eco-system

Insight into the adaptive reuse of buildings – taking historical buildings and adapting into life science facilities

Australia has the opportunity to learn, study the case studies and benefit from the next stage of the evolution cycle
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Sam Biggins
Head of Healthcare and Life Sciences, Australia
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Lawson Katiza
Partner, Life Sciences, Healthcare & Consulting, Australia
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Emma Goodford
Partner, Head of Life Sciences and Innovation, UK
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43 min
March 17, 2024Episode 9: The Property Perspective | Part 2 - Beyond BTR: A transformational year ahead for Living Sectors
Join Emily Relf, Head of Living Sectors APAC for part 2 of Beyond BTR as she hosts a discussion looking into the living sector market beyond Build - to - Rent, the expansion into new living sectors in Australia and where they are headed over the next 6 months.

With Tim Holtsbaum National Head of Alternatives - Australia and Ben Burston, Chief Economist - Research and Consulting Australia, they delve straight into the other asset classes within the Living Sectors market with a strong focus on Co-Living.

Join Emily, Tim and Ben as they explore a range of insights, including:
What does the Co-Living product look like in Australia, who does it appeal too and what is really important for a developer and operator to think about when looking at their co-living assets.

How do you scale a Co-Living asset.

Investors are seeking investment into student accommodation for higher return but also the resiliency the sector has shown over the pandemic and economic downturns.

Affordable housing - is this a subsector we are going to see growth in over the next 12months?

There is a need for a thriving living sectors ecosystem here in Australia - over the course of the year we will see an increased positive outlook.
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Talk to our team today:
Emily Relf
Head of Living Sectors, Asia Pacific
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Tim Holtsbaum
Head of Alternatives, Australia
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Ben Burston
Chief Economist, Research & Consulting -
Australia
[email protected]
22 min

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