Most of John's 30 years as a solicitor have been involved with planning.  John, a partner at Best Hooper and one of seven who specialise in planning and environmental law, has worked predominantly for developers and has spoken at UDIA conferences and other functions.  John has recently concentrated on the complexities of native vegetation. 
 

David is the Executive Chairman of Intrapac Projects specialising in residential subdivisions in Victoria, Queensland and New South Wales.  David has extensive experience and expertise, having operated in the industry for more than 25 years.  Before establishing Intrapac, he was a practising barristerand also a consultant in taxation and trust law.

Peter, the longest serving member of the board and is the Treasurer almost since first elected some 10 years ago. Quietly spoken and naturally friendly, Peter has become an integral part of the landscape within and outside the industry since he moved to Melbourne from Brisbane in the mid 90s. Peter has involvement with a variety of committees including State and National conferences, Membership and the Annual Dinner.

Peter is the Executive General Manager at AVJennings.  Peter's enthusiasm for UDIA and the development industry can be gauged by the large amount of work he has been doing behind the scenes especially since he joined the board some years ago.  He has been the Vice President since 2006 and appointed as President in 2008.  He brings with him wide and varied experience in the industry.
 

Steve was elected President of UDIA Victoria in 2006.  Qualified in planning, Steve has the skills and interests to underscore an innate knowledge of the land development process.  His long association with the industry has meant he has been integrally involved with development projects.  Before commencing with National Pacific Properties, Steve was with Stockland Group, Lensworth and before that spent 10 years with VicUrban.
 

Rory's enthusiasm and commitment to the UDIA is undeniable - as can be seen from his efforts to boost the institute's profile and through that its standing in the industry and, more particularly, with all levels of government.  Since joining the board in 2002, he has brought some innovative and interesting ideas to the institute.
 

Julie stepped down as president of UDIA Victoria in 2006, handing over to Steve Copland.  She remains on the board where her wide knowledge and ability is backed by her town planning and project management experience.  In the time she has been on the Board of UDIA and especially during her three years as president, Julie has brought a broad perspective to development and planning issues and an enthusiasm for the institute and the industry in general.  She is currently the National Vic President on the UDIA National Council.
 

Anthony Lennon first joined Peet in 1991 and became a Director in 1996. He moved to Victoria a decade ago to establish Peet’s operations in that State and has overseen significant expansion since that time. Before joining the Company, Mr Lennon worked in the United Kingdom, where he completed his post-graduate Diploma in Business Administration while on a graduate management training scheme with major international construction and development company, John Laing PLC. His time with this global company saw him gain valuable experience in property planning, marketing, feasibility analysis and project management. Mr Lennon’s responsibilities since joining Peet have included project management, broadacre acquisitions, marketing, financing and a six-year stint as head of conveyancing services. Currently Peet Limited’s National Business Development Director, he has previously held the positions of Director of Marketing and Director of Eastern States Operations, responsible for projects in Victoria, Queensland and New South Wales.

Robert joined Australand in 1998 and managed the companies Integrated Housing Operation before being appointed as Project Director for the company’s flagship development; Freshwater Place in Melbourne’s Southbank. In 2002, Robert was appointed General Manager for the Victorian Apartment Division of Australand and in 2005 became the National General Manager (Apartments) for Australand. After consolidation of the apartment business into the broader Australand residential business, in August 2006 Robert moved back to Victoria and is now General Manager for Australand’s Victorian Residential business which covers the delivery of land, housing and apartments.

Peter has 20 years experience in the property industry, including agency, valuation, consulting, land development, strategy and acquisitions/disposals.
Since joining Stockland in 2002 Peter has held various state and national roles. Peter sits on the State Executive Group at Stockland and his current role as the State Business Development Manager involves fulfilling the organisation’s Growth Strategy. Peter has specific expertise in the acquisitions and development of large scale master planned communities as well as Retirement Villages, but in his time in the industry has been exposed to all forms of property.