
Getting Real - Property Management Conference
Residential Property Management
Unlock new insights, tackle emerging challenges, and refine your skills at the premier event for Victorian Property Managers. This full-day conference puts you at the forefront of the industry, offering exclusive insights from experts and key authorities like CAV and VCAT on legislative changes and regulatory priorities shaping property management.
Whether you're looking to stay ahead of regulatory changes, improve renter and rental provider relationships, or explore innovative solutions to support your clients, this event is your opportunity to grow both professionally and personally. Don’t miss your chance to network with industry leaders and leave with actionable strategies to take your career to the next level.
Why Attend?
Hear directly from CAV and VCAT on key regulatory updates.
Learn from industry-leading professionals and real-world case studies.
Network with fellow property managers and discover new partnerships.
- Date
Wednesday 19 March 2025
- Time
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Location
Sofitel Melbourne on Collins
25 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000
- Price
Member Price: $350 inc. GST
Non-Member Price: $460 inc. GST
Group Discount: Book 5 or more and save 20%!
Morning: Staying Ahead of the Curve

Rental Taskforce – A Close Look at the Findings
Time: 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
An exclusive information session with CAV and the Rental Taskforce to gain valuable insights into the major issues, trends, and actions addressed by the Taskforce. This session is designed to help Property Managers better understand the Taskforce's key areas of focus, identify compliance challenges, and clarify common misinterpretations of legislation. Don't miss this opportunity to stay informed and enhance your professional expertise.
Presenter: Director Regulatory Services (David Joyner) and Rental Taskforce representative

Residential Dispute Resolution Victoria – An Update
Time: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Gain clarity on the Residential Dispute Resolution Victoria (RDRV) initiative, including its purpose, timeline, and the key areas it will address. This session covers expected process changes and practical tips to help property managers prepare effectively.
Presenter: VCAT Team

Collaborative Solutions: Partnering for Viable Tenancies
Time: 12:00 PM - 12:40 PM
This panel session will explore how collaboration between property managers and support services can create stable, sustainable rental arrangements. Topics include strategies to strengthen at-risk tenancies, foster affordability, and ensure long-term housing security.
Panelists: Tenants Victoria • Launch Housing • TBC
Afternoon: Elevate Yourself

Creative Curiosity
Time: 2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
Unlock the power of curiosity in this dynamic session with Simon Banks. Learn how to use visual intelligence and creative thinking to discover new connections, challenge established norms, and solve complex problems. Explore how curiosity drives innovation and supports lifelong learning, both in your professional and personal life.
Presenter: Simon Banks
Simon Banks is a creativity, innovation, and design specialist; international keynote speaker; author; podcaster and recovering professional artist. He’s delivered over 1400+ events on four continents for industry-leading companies including: Google; EY; Geoscience Australia and Volkswagen, to name a few. Simon’s geek out spot is the intersection of creativity and design, learning, people and passion which he sees as essential to the challenge facing future leaders: empowering people’s ability to innovate and reimagine what’s possible. His Big Why? To build a more creative world where innovation and curiosity combine so business thrives and people live well. He prefers a moped to a Harley Davidson, and surfing over a corporate commute and the question everyone always asks? Yes, all the drawings you’ll see are his!

Thriving, Not Surviving
Time: 3:40 PM - 4:40 PM
Feeling the strain of declining rent rolls and rising client demands? This session offers actionable strategies to help you thrive in today’s challenging environment. Focus on building mental clarity and emotional resilience, strengthening client trust through personalised communication, and transforming challenges into opportunities with reframed conversations.
Presenter: Sarah Cincotta
Sarah Cincotta is the founder of RISE with Sarah Cincotta, a mentorship and training service that elevates the performance, purpose and passion of Business Development Managers and the Property Management organisations they represent. As an award-winning mentor, trainer, speaker and previously award-winning real estate business development manager, Sarah leads with her heart as she now challenges the status quo.
She is a passionate advocate for the people around her and truly believes that with the right guidance, you can build a meaningful life and career you love. A self-described ‘corporate hippie’, Sarah’s ability to combine complex strategic thinking with heartfelt support and guidance is leading to a soulful revolution for BDMs and Property Management Professionals across the world.
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