DevelopmentDavid Di MarcoSun 19 Oct 25

The Urban Developer’s Long Lunch Series Returns for 2025

The Urban Developer’s Long Lunch series—which has rapidly become the biggest and most influential property development networking event in Australia—is back for 20025.

Presented by ARC Energy and Opticomm, this year’s lunches will bring together more than 500 of the industry’s leading developers, investors and decision-makers in Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne.

Each event will feature candid discussions with respected leaders from across the sector, offering insights on the forces shaping development in 2025 and beyond.

Set against a backdrop of exceptional dining and premium venues, the Long Lunch is now firmly established as the must-attend end-of-year gathering for the property sector.

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Sydney | Thursday, November 27 | Hyatt Regency, Sydney

Jamie Durie – Principal, Durie Design
Internationally recognised designer and television personality, Jamie brings a unique perspective on the intersection of design, placemaking, and sustainability. His approach to urban projects blends creativity with community impact.

Jennifer Macquarie – Director, Fountaindale Group
Jennifer leads Fountaindale Group with a focus on high-quality residential and mixed-use developments across Sydney. She will bring sharp insights on navigating planning, funding, and delivery in the current market.

Nathan Chivas – Managing Director, Central Element
At Central Element, Nathan has led award-winning boutique residential and hospitality projects. His perspective highlights the opportunities in mid-scale, design-driven development and the evolving role of lifestyle-focused projects.

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Brisbane | Thursday, December 4 | The Star, Brisbane

Frank Licastro – Founder and Managing Director, Frank Developments
Frank is behind some of Brisbane’s most striking residential projects, with a focus on contemporary design and premium positioning. He offers a developer’s view on the growth of Brisbane as it heads toward the 2032 Games.

Steve Laffey – Managing Director, Verso
Steve leads Verso in delivering innovative projects across South-East Queensland. His perspective covers the rise of boutique development, new capital models, and how developers are adapting to market shifts.

Rob Comiskey – Director, Comiskey Group
Rob and the Comiskey Group have shaped major mixed-use, retail, and entertainment precincts across Queensland. He will offer a view on large-scale placemaking and the commercial opportunities driving growth in the state.

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Melbourne | Thursday, December 11 | 1 Hotel, Melbourne

Tim Price – Executive Director, Time & Place
Tim Price is the Executive Director and founder of Time & Place, a boutique developer delivering large-scale, design-led projects across Melbourne and Sydney. With over 25 years in property, Tim has led more than $4 billion in developments, driven by a passion for quality, innovation, and customer experience.

Jeremy McLeod – Founder & Design Director, Breathe Architecture
Jeremy is the founding director of Breathe, an architecture studio known for its commitment to sustainable urban design and affordable housing. Breathe initiated The Commons in Brunswick, the prototype for Nightingale Housing, a not-for-profit organisation reshaping how Melburnians access well-designed, sustainable, community-focused homes.

Katya Crema – Head of Sales, Director of Projects, Hip v Hype
A former Winter Olympian turned property leader, Katya drives projects at Hip v Hype that champion sustainability and design excellence. She will share insights on how ESG and design-led thinking are reshaping residential development.

Anne Michaels – Director, sheBuilt
Anne is at the forefront of diversity and leadership in construction and development. As a director of sheBuilt, she advocates for greater inclusion in the sector while leading complex projects across Melbourne.

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