The Australian property ecosystem is moving faster than ever. At Proptech Australia, we are proud to be the collaborative catalyst driving this shift, bridging the gap between innovative technology and traditional real estate. There is no better way to champion our community’s hard work and vision than at the 2026 Proptech of the Year Awards.

The Proptech Awards are the ultimate celebration of innovation in our incredible Proptech Industry. We're talking serious recognition – the kind that makes your clients, investors, and even your competitors sit up and take notice. We know you're all about innovation and pushing boundaries, so we've put together some insider tips to help you craft a nomination that will absolutely “wow” the judges and land you that coveted award. Let's dive in!

Proptech Australia held its inaugural International Women’s Day lunch on March 12, celebrating the contribution of women in our sector. Some 30 members of the association attended the lunch at the plush QT Hotel in Sydney. The lunch featured an in-depth panel discussion about the experiences of women in the workplace and in leadership positions.

Building and scaling a Proptech is a marathon, not a sprint. It demands relentless dedication, innovative thinking and a lot of grit.  That's precisely why celebrating our wins –  big and small –  is so crucial.  And there's no better platform to celebrate than the 2026 Proptech of the Year awards, held by Proptech Australia. Our awards are now officially open! 

Australian proptechs worked hard to create software and solutions that integrated with existing platforms and workflows to take the guesswork out of being compliant with the new laws. We hosted a Proptech Panel on 25 February 2026, where our expert panellists shared first-hand how to be Tranche 2 ready without the stress.

At Proptech Australia, we believe technology is the bridge to a more efficient real estate future, but it’s the people behind the code who truly drive transformation. This International Women's Day, we invite you to join us for our inaugural Women in Proptech IWD Lunch to celebrate the women who are planning, building and managing the future of Australian Proptech

The last 12 months have been an amazing and often challenging time for proptechs. Yet the passion and innovation in our community continues to rise with new products and solutions for residential and commercial real estate.

International Women’s Day provides an important opportunity to acknowledge the significant impact women have made within the property technology sector. From founding startups to leading investment rounds, women are at the forefront of developing solutions that streamline how we plan, build, manage, and experience real estate.

New regulations mean real estate agents will soon be part of a national Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing (AML) regime. This legally obliges the industry to identify and report suspicious financial activities when working with vendors and buyers.

Proptech Australia hosted its first Proptech Panel on Wednesday, 28 January. The session focused on the landscape of property technology for 2026, highlighting the opportunities for members and the broader real estate industry.

Proptech Australia will host its first Proptech Panel on Wednesday, 28 January. The session will focus on the landscape of property technology for 2026, highlighting the opportunities for members and the broader real estate industry. Discussion will feature three new Proptech Australia board members, each bringing a different perspective of our sector: Josh Callaghan (Little Hinges) :  As co-founder and CEO of Australia's largest digital twin provider, Josh has expertise in s

Proptech Australia held its 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM) and member meet-up on December 9, charting an exciting course for the organisation as the year drew to a close.

2025 has been a foundational year for Proptech Australia. The skills of our 2025 directors set us on a path that was more thoughtful, intentional, grounded and long term future focused.

Digital forms provider Forms Live has announced it will operate independently in Tasmania after the Real Estate Institute of Tasmania (REIT) announced it has ended its relationship with Dynamic Methods. 

Proptech Australia – the peak body for the property technology sector - has announced the release of a new set of AI Governance Guidelines and Principles designed to support greater transparency, accountability, and trust between real estate technology providers and their clients. 

Below are some basic principles and questions that Proptech Australia believes that all proptechs providing AI services should be able to answer transparently for clients.

The first predictions for the 2026 Australian property market are already making headlines and proptechs can expect to continue to engage with a growing market for services as a result.

Proptech Australia’s 2025 Proptech Forum – hosted in Melbourne for the first time – has been hailed as a success, exceeding expectations for attendance and creating deep engagement on its theme,  "Navigating an AI-Enabled Future."

The awards dinner for the 2026 Proptech of the Year will be held at The Ivy, Sydney, next July 2, the association has announced.

The Proptech Podcast, hosted by Proptech Australia President Kylie Davis, this month features Vishal Gupta, founder of Property Dollar, a winner at the 2025 Proptech Awards.