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The National Housing Conference (NHC) has been staged in partnership between state and territory governments and AHURI for 25 years. Convened every two years and attracting over 1,000 delegates, it is the largest housing conference in Australasia.
NHC is a 3-day forum where international and local evidence, best practice and policy come together to address challenges and develop the future shape of housing in Australia. NHC is the largest cross-sectoral housing event in Australasia and is a key platform for policy makers, housing and community service providers, industry, researchers, and planners to shape improved housing outcomes across Australia.
Who attends
Government Sector
› Federal policy makers from a range of agencies
› State government policy makers
› Local government leaders
Private Sector
› Planners, architects and urban designers
› Suppliers to the housing sector
› Builders and developers
› Economists and financiers
Community Housing Sector
› CEOs and leaders within the sector
› Policy staff and practitioners
Not-for-profit Sector
› Peak bodies and advocacy groups
› Housing and homelessness organisations
› Community service providers
Researchers and Academics
Latest news and analysis
24th September 2025 in News
Time to deliver: Housing First Nations people
One in eight First Nations households in Australia face unmet housing needs—almost twice the rate of other Australian households. Challenges such as affordability, overcrowding and housing suitability remain urgent, with profound impacts on health, wellbeing and opportunity.
18th September 2025 in News
Shaping rental futures: the influence of private landlords
Australia’s rental market is under intense strain, with rents at record highs, vacancy rates at historic lows, and more than one in four households depending on private landlords for their housing.
4th September 2025 in News
Session spotlight: The 'other' housing crisis? Quality and performance
Poor housing quality and design can weaken household wellbeing, security and health. It can also lead to environmental and financial risks. With the race on to deliver more housing and transform our cities through densification, how are we tracking in the delivery of better, healthier housing?
National Housing Conference 2027
The National Housing Conference, Australia’s premier housing event returns in 2027 to Sydney.
Location
International Convention Centre
14 Darling Drive, Sydney, NSW 2000