A groundbreaking initiative led by former NSW Building Commissioner David Chandler, in collaboration with Decode Group and key industry players, would fast-track the delivery of housing projects under $60 million, filling a critical gap in the market.

Under the Future Constructors Academy, described by Chandler as a “here and now” solution, large building firms would mentor, support and invest in smaller builders to address the shortage of companies capable of delivering under-six-storey developments—a segment crucial to meeting housing demand.

Decode Group chief executive Divya Mehta introduced the initiative at The Urban Developer’s Long Lunch in Sydney this month.