Talking Property with CBRE

Australia is in a global race for AI infrastructure — but are we moving fast enough to compete?

In this episode of Talking Property with CBRE, host Kathryn House is joined by Belinda Dennett, co‑founder and CEO of Data Centres Australia, and Matt Madden, CBRE’s Senior Managing Director of Data Centre Solutions for Asia Pacific, to unpack the rapid evolution of the data centre sector and what’s at stake for Australia.

As capital accelerates, demand intensifies and AI reshapes the digital economy, the conversation explores whether Australia can attract and retain AI workloads — or risks falling behind regional competitors.

The episode also delves into the rise of neocloud operators and why data centres are no longer just “warehouses” of the digital economy, but factories creating intelligence, jobs and long‑term economic value.

This episode of The House View explores what a rapidly shifting economic and geopolitical landscape means for Australian real estate.

Recorded earlier than planned amid rising global tensions, higher oil prices and a reset in the interest rate outlook, the episode tackles the big question facing investors and occupiers alike: what has truly changed, and what fundamentals still hold?

CBRE's Phil Rowland and Sameer Chopra explore the growing impact of energy costs and bond yields on construction viability, why supply constraints are set to intensify across key sectors, and how rent growth is surprising on the upside in parts of the market despite near‑term volatility. They also dig into capital markets dynamics, cap rate expectations, and why agility has become essential as investment cycles shorten.

The conversation rounds out with a forward‑looking discussion on AI, employment trends and the “flight to power” as access to energy becomes a defining factor in real estate performance.

The Brisbane 2032 Games promise global attention, investment momentum and major infrastructure—but they also bring delivery pressure, supply constraints and real execution risk.

In this episode of Talking Property, CBRE experts across research, hotels and infrastructure unpack where the genuine opportunities lie and the decisions that will influence Brisbane’s growth long after the closing ceremony.

The discussion looks at what was already underway before the Games, what changes because of them, and what Brisbane must get right to turn a moment into long‑term momentum.

To find out more you can explore CBRE’s new report: Brisbane 2032: Separating the Real Estate Myths from Realities.

In this episode of Talking Property, host Kathryn House speaks with global futurist and bestselling author Michael McQueen about what the future of work really looks like beyond the AI hype.

The conversation explores how leaders can navigate rapid technological change without eroding trust, culture or human connection — and why judgement, curiosity and readiness matter more than prediction.

The episode explores:

Why trust and human connection will be critical differentiators in an AI‑driven workplace
How leaders can stay future ready amid disruption and uncertainty
What AI agents mean for organisations — and what risks to watch
Why younger generations are rethinking remote work
How to overcome resistance to change and lead with clarity

Discover how airport‑led precincts are reshaping cities, economies and driving long‑term property value in this latest episode of Talking Property with CBRE. Max Wilson, General Manager, Commercial Property at Western Sydney International Airport, and Peter Funder, General Manager, Development at Essendon Fields unpack the strategies behind two very different aviation‑anchored precincts—one a major 24/7 greenfield airport set to redefine Western Sydney; the other a mature, privately owned mixed‑use hub that has evolved into one of the country’s most successful aviation‑led communities.

Hear how both leaders are curating diverse tenant mixes, investing in placemaking, and building destinations that go far beyond the runway.