The Property Council of Australia has announced Matthew Kandelaars will become its new Group Executive of National Policy & Advocacy.
The former Urban Development Institute of Australia in Victoria CEO has been involved with the Council previously as Interim Executive Director and Deputy Executive Director of the Victorian Division.
Holding a tertiary degree in law, Kandelaars has additionally been the Chief of Staff to the Deputy Premier of South Australia and an array of senior ministerial advisory positions to Victorian cabinet ministers.
Property Council Chief Executive Mike Zorbas says he is delighted to see Kandelaars return to the fold.
“I am pleased to welcome Matthew back to the Property Council to take up this vital thought leadership role,” he says.
“Matthew is a champion for our industry and someone who achieves results. Our members will benefit greatly from his deep experience, strong relationships and industry knowledge.
“Matthew is the right leader for our highly skilled advocacy disciplines, and I know he will help us achieve positive policy change in the strong tradition of the Property Council.”
Kandelaars says he is excited by the chance to rejoin the Council in a national role.
“I am delighted to be leading the Property Council’s national advocacy team and I look forward to continuing the organisation’s impressive track record of securing better outcomes for our cities,” he says.
“From housing affordability and supply, to tax reform, improving planning systems and decarbonisation outcomes, I will work closely with Mike, our teams and members to engage key decision-makers around the country and represent our sector with a strong voice.
“It’s great to be returning to the Property Council, and reconnecting with members, the nationwide team and my Victorian colleagues in particular.”
Kandelaars officially begins his new role next month.
