Housing remains one of the most pressing challenges facing New South Wales, and while significant planning reforms have laid the groundwork for increased supply, the conversation must now shift from reform to delivery.

Business Western Sydney invites you to their annual Housing Now! Conference on 7 August 2026. Hear directly from The Hon. Chris Minns MP, Premier of NSW, alongside The Hon. Rose Jackson MLC, Minister for Housing, Minister for Homelessness, Minister for Water, The Hon. Anoulack Chantivong MP, Minister for Building, Kellie Sloane MP, Leader of the Opposition, Kiersten Fishburn, Secretary, Department of Housing, Infrastructure & Planning, with more speakers to be confirmed in the coming weeks.

Now in its fourth year, the Housing Now! Alliance is a consortium of business, trade unions, universities and advocacy groups. With the NSW Government having adopted many proposals from our previous recommendations, you can view the Alliance’s 2026 Policy Platform here, this year’s Conference will push the boundaries of debate again.

This is a must-attend event for anyone invested in building a better housing future for NSW.

CONFERENCE THEMES

From Reform to Delivery

Over the past three years, NSW has implemented major housing reforms. With new planning legislation, Transport-Oriented Development, Low and Mid-Rise Housing reforms and the Housing Delivery Authority now in place, the focus must shift from policy to outcomes. This theme will examine how government, industry and communities can work together to accelerate housing approvals, commencements and completions at the scale required to meet NSW's housing targets.

Unlocking the Housing Pipeline

NSW has a growing pipeline of potential housing opportunities, but barriers to delivery remain. This theme will examine how governments, industry and investors can work together to remove bottlenecks, improve certainty and accelerate the delivery of homes.

Housing for the Next Generation

For many young people, families and essential workers, the dream of home ownership is becoming increasingly unattainable. At the same time, renters are facing rising costs and increasing insecurity. This theme explores practical solutions to improve housing affordability, expand housing choice, strengthen rental outcomes and ensure future generations can live and work in the communities they serve.

Building Smarter: Productivity, Skills and Innovation

The housing challenge cannot be solved without addressing the capacity of the construction sector. This theme will examine how modern methods of construction, digital innovation, workforce development and skills investment can unlock greater efficiency and increase the industry's ability to build more homes, faster.

Western Sydney: The Engine Room of Housing Delivery

As Australia's fastest-growing region, Western Sydney will play a central role in meeting the state's housing needs. This theme will explore the unique opportunities and challenges facing the region, including infrastructure delivery, precinct planning, housing diversity and investment attraction.

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