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The Connector

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The Connector

The Connector is a series that explores the property insights and city growth stories linking Australia and the United Kingdom.

Each episode features conversations with city makers, property investors, and Australian business leaders shaping London’s future and leaving their mark on the global stage.

Hosted by business strategist and thought leader Belinda Coates

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Belinda Coates

A dynamic global business strategist and thought leader, Belinda Coates combines her passion for cities and the built environment with a mission to foster collaboration between UK and Australian cities, driving a stronger and more sustainable urban future.

Episodes

Latest Episodes

Caroline Ralphsmith discusses Melbourne Fashion Festival's 30th anniversary, celebrating creativity, inclusivity, and the future of Australian style

Melbourne Fashion Festival celebrates 30 years of style

Lee Penson explores architecture, AI, and sport's future in enhancing human experiences and workplace well-being

How AI, architecture, and sports are shaping the future

Belinda Coates and Michael Bleby discuss reshaping Australian cities through planning, development, and learning from global examples

Cities reshaped by capital, policy, and design insights

Rob Beacroft discusses Lateral's innovative Camley Street project aiming for inclusive growth and infrastructure in King's Cross

Transforming Camden: Lateral’s high-tech knowledge quarter

Sally Capp on effective leadership strategies to enhance Melbourne's livability and lessons from global cities

Sally Capp discusses livability and urban leadership insights

Adrian Pozzo steps down as Cbus Property leader after nearly two decades, overseeing $7 billion portfolio growth and sustainability efforts

Adrian Pozzo reflects on Cbus Property’s successes and future

Melbourne's Chief Heat Officer Tiffany Crawford discusses solutions for extreme heat after city's record 42.7°C day

Melbourne’s strategies for coping with extreme heat

Lloyd Lee discusses London's cultural and investment renaissance, highlighting the Olympia redevelopment and Camden Film Quarter projects

London’s Olympia redevelopment boosts culture and investment

David Holm discusses designing denser, people-friendly cities while promoting his book, Drawing the City, focusing on public spaces and community

David Holm on designing better public spaces in cities

Belinda Coates and Jace Tyrrell discuss global capital's impact on London's investment landscape in latest episode of The Connector

London’s investment landscape reshaped by global collaboration

Investors eye booming Australian and UK data center markets, insights from Louisa Curcio and Eleanor Kwak on key trends

Data center market growth insights for investors’ strategies

Melbourne Airport's Stuart Verrier discusses its role as a vital hub for growth, investment, and global connectivity

Melbourne Airport’s evolving role as a city gateway

Why reusing buildings is the greenest move for future cities

Why reusing buildings is the greenest move for future cities

How Until is redefining wellness spaces and empowering practitioners in London

How Until is redefining wellness spaces and empowering practitioners in London

Shravan Joshi highlights London's transport transformation prioritising walking and cycling, far exceeding its 2030 traffic reduction goals

How London’s Square Mile became a global leader in walkability and cycling

Brisbane's economy soars past $200 billion as CEO Anthony Ryan highlights growth opportunities and Olympic potential

Brisbane’s economic growth and innovation drive 2032 goals

London's investment appeal grows with global tours and new initiatives to attract Australian investors and boost job market

How London is attracting global investment and staying competitive

Urban expert Ludo Campbell-Reid discusses what makes cities livable and the future of urban design post-COVID

Future of livable cities: insights from Ludo Campbell-Reid

Co-living revolution in the UK fosters community, combats loneliness, and transforms housing for diverse demographics through innovative partnerships

Co-living revolutionizes affordable urban living in UK

Australia urged to prioritise water infrastructure investment to meet rising demands and support housing and industry growth

Water infrastructure investment essential for Australia’s future growth

Improvement districts drive change in global cities, with London sharing insights on investment and governance for Australian counterparts

Improvement districts transforming cities: lessons from London

Australia and the UK poised for stronger economic partnership through shared culture and financial investments

Australia and UK: economic connection potential explored

London's ambitious transformation requires one million square metres of office space by 2040 amid pressure to balance housing and commercial needs

London prepares for major transformation in office space

London's transformative period boosts cross-border development insights

London’s transformative period boosts cross-border development insights

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