Hosted by the Property Council of Australia, the black-tie event brought together hundreds of industry professionals to recognise the individuals and teams shaping the ACT’s buildings, spaces and communities.
Property Council ACT & Capital Region Executive Director Ashlee Berry said the awards shone a light on the people whose leadership and innovation are helping build a stronger city.
“These awards are about celebrating the people behind the projects – the visionaries, the leaders, the collaborators driving Canberra forward,” Ms Berry said.
“Last night’s winners reflect the diversity and strength of our industry – from rising stars through to long-standing leaders who have helped shape the city we know today.”
The 2025 People in Property Award winners are:
- Rising Star Award – Nadia Hight, DOMA: Recognised for redefining workplace design with a focus on sustainability, flexibility and wellbeing.
- Pathfinder Award – Jacob Crane, Jenarc: For visionary leadership and a community-first approach to construction, alongside advocacy for mental health and gender balance.
- People First Award – Infrastructure Canberra: Celebrated for the creation of the iCBR Inclusion Hub, a staff-designed space fostering belonging and visibility.
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Award – Daniel Noble, Lendlease: Acknowledged for championing meaningful cultural change in construction through his leadership of the CIT Woden Project and gender equity advocacy.
- Industry Impact Award – Bernie Cusack, Sellick Consultants: Awarded for decades of leadership in engineering, expanding Canberra’s civil footprint and mentoring future leaders.
- Team of the Year – JLL Canberra: Recognised for over 50 years of service and innovation in real estate across leasing, capital markets, sustainability and facilities management.
- Allan Wylucki Leadership Award – Vince Whiteside, Village Building Company: For principled, long-standing leadership that has built both thriving communities and a legacy of ethical development.
- A judges’ commendation for Team of the Year was also awarded to Canberra Town Planning.
Ms Berry said the winners were a powerful reminder of the industry’s role in shaping Canberra’s future.
“Whether it’s creating inclusive workplaces, mentoring the next generation, or delivering sustainable and community-focused developments, these award winners embody the values that make our sector strong,” she said.
