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From London’s £1 billion Camden Film Quarter to major studio expansions across Queensland, New South Wales and Western Australia, governments and developers are increasingly treating screen infrastructure as a catalyst for urban renewal, jobs and long-term economic development.

From Soundstages to City-Shaping

July 14, 2026

From London’s £1 billion Camden Film Quarter to major studio expansions across Queensland, New South Wales and Western Australia, governments and developers are increasingly treating screen infrastructure as a catalyst for urban renewal, jobs and long-term economic development.

Theatre and live performances drive visitation, strengthen local economies and create places where people want to live, work and spend time.

The Connector / Building Better Cities Starts With Culture

July 8, 2026

Theatre and live performances drive visitation, strengthen local economies and create places where people want to live, work and spend time.

Why are cities investing in creative infrastructure? Belinda Coates examines how projects like Camden Film Quarter are redefining regeneration and economic growth.

Why the world is rethinking creative-led regeneration

July 7, 2026

Why are cities investing in creative infrastructure? Belinda Coates examines how projects like Camden Film Quarter are redefining regeneration and economic growth.

London has just been awarded the prestigious Lee Kuan Yew World City Prize 2026, recognising its global leadership in city making, innovation and liveability. But what can Australia and other cities learn from London’s success?

The Connector / London Wins the World’s Top City Prize: What Every City Can Learn

July 6, 2026

London has just been awarded the prestigious Lee Kuan Yew World City Prize 2026, recognising its global leadership in city making, innovation and liveability. But what can Australia and other cities learn from London’s success?

Investment is reshaping cities at a rapid pace but how do we make sure growth still puts people and communities first?

The Connector / Are Cities Losing Their Sense of Community?

June 22, 2026

Investment is reshaping cities at a rapid pace but how do we make sure growth still puts people and communities first?

On this episode of The Connector Belinda Coates is joined by Nabeel Khan, CEO of the Oxford Street Development Corporation, to discuss what it takes to bring an iconic high street back to life.

The Connector / Reinventing Oxford Street in London

June 15, 2026

On this episode of The Connector Belinda Coates is joined by Nabeel Khan, CEO of the Oxford Street Development Corporation, to discuss what it takes to bring an iconic high street back to life.

On this episode of The Connector, Belinda Coates sits down with Nick Smith, CEO and Co-Founder of Kurraba Group, to unpack why life sciences is becoming one of the most important growth industries shaping Australia’s future.

The Connector / Australia’s Life Sciences Boom

June 1, 2026

On this episode of The Connector, Belinda Coates sits down with Nick Smith, CEO and Co-Founder of Kurraba Group, to unpack why life sciences is becoming one of the most important growth industries shaping Australia’s future.

Dining precincts are no longer just places to eat they’re shaping how cities come alive after hours, attracting talent, investment and culture into urban centres. In this episode of The Connector, Harper B Founder Belinda Coates sits down with leading restaurateur Chris Lucas, founder of Lucas Collective, to unpack how hospitality is redefining the future of our cities.

The Connector / Top Restaurateur Reveals the Secret Sauce Behind Destination Dining

May 18, 2026

Dining precincts are no longer just places to eat they’re shaping how cities come alive after hours, attracting talent, investment and culture into urban centres. In this episode of The Connector, Harper B Founder Belinda Coates sits down with leading restaurateur Chris Lucas, founder of Lucas Collective, to unpack how hospitality is redefining the future of our cities.

In this episode of The Connector, Harper B Founder Belinda Coates sits down with Anu Shanker, Managing Director of HQ7 Studios, to explore how Austria is using the film industry as a powerful driver of economic growth and city transformation.

The Connector / How Vienna Turned Film Into an Economic Growth Engine

May 18, 2026

In this episode of The Connector, Harper B Founder Belinda Coates sits down with Anu Shanker, Managing Director of HQ7 Studios, to explore how Austria is using the film industry as a powerful driver of economic growth and city transformation.

From student accommodation to Build-to-Rent and the rise of co-living, new housing models are transforming cities across Europe and the UK. But what does this mean for Australia? In this episode of The Connector, Harper B Founder Belinda Coates sits down with Anouk Darling, CEO of Scape, for a timely conversation on the future of living.

The Connector / The Housing Shift No One Can Ignore

May 11, 2026

From student accommodation to Build-to-Rent and the rise of co-living, new housing models are transforming cities across Europe and the UK. But what does this mean for Australia? In this episode of The Connector, Harper B Founder Belinda Coates sits down with Anouk Darling, CEO of Scape, for a timely conversation on the future of living.

Uncertainty has become the most overused excuse in property.

Building through volatility: Why uncertain markets favour those who can actually deliver

May 6, 2026

Uncertainty has become the most overused excuse in property.

In this episode, Harper B Founder Belinda Coates sits down with global impact consultant Bec McHenry to explore how an impact-led approach is reshaping the built environment and why the industry may be undervaluing its greatest opportunities.

The Connector / Impact vs Profit: Rethinking Value in Modern Development

May 4, 2026

In this episode, Harper B Founder Belinda Coates sits down with global impact consultant Bec McHenry to explore how an impact-led approach is reshaping the built environment and why the industry may be undervaluing its greatest opportunities.

In this episode of The Connector, Harper B Founder Belinda Coates sits down with global thought leader in real estate customer experience Letitia Hope to explore how positive psychology is reshaping the future of work and why the design of our workplaces has never mattered more.

The Connector / Designing Workplaces That Improve How We Think and Feel

April 27, 2026

In this episode of The Connector, Harper B Founder Belinda Coates sits down with global thought leader in real estate customer experience Letitia Hope to explore how positive psychology is reshaping the future of work and why the design of our workplaces has never mattered more.

In this episode of The Connector, Harper B Founder Belinda Coates is joined by Dr Dolly Daou, global thought leader in food innovation, to explore the rise of food design and its role in building more inclusive, vibrant and future-ready urban environments.

The Connector / Food as Infrastructure

April 20, 2026

In this episode of The Connector, Harper B Founder Belinda Coates is joined by Dr Dolly Daou, global thought leader in food innovation, to explore the rise of food design and its role in building more inclusive, vibrant and future-ready urban environments.

In this episode of The Connector, Harper B Founder Belinda Coates sits down with global workplace strategist and thought leader Amanda Stanaway to unpack how organisations around the world are rethinking where and how work happens.

The Connector / The Global Workplace Reset

April 13, 2026

In this episode of The Connector, Harper B Founder Belinda Coates sits down with global workplace strategist and thought leader Amanda Stanaway to unpack how organisations around the world are rethinking where and how work happens.

As housing pressure intensifies and climate challenges accelerate, the way we design, plan and evolve our communities is being fundamentally rethought.

The Connector / What Will the Australian Suburb Look Like in 2050

April 6, 2026

As housing pressure intensifies and climate challenges accelerate, the way we design, plan and evolve our communities is being fundamentally rethought.

The property and construction business advisory group is expanding into the UK.

Harper B appoints senior banker as strategic advisor

April 2, 2026

The property and construction business advisory group is expanding into the UK.

MIPIM is the ideal event for understanding what's really going on in the world of real estate, according to Belinda Coates, founder of management consultancy Harper B, which focuses mainly on the UK and Australian markets.

MIPIM: Where you learn things you can’t google

March 16, 2026

MIPIM is the ideal event for understanding what’s really going on in the world of real estate, according to Belinda Coates, founder of management consultancy Harper B, which focuses mainly on the UK and Australian markets.

Is “inno-living” the future of our cities? In this episode of The Connector, Belinda Coates sits down with Rob Beacroft, Co-Founder of Lateral, to unpack how underused industrial land can be transformed into a world-class innovation district.

The Connector / Turning Industrial Land into Innovation Powerhouses

March 9, 2026

Is “inno-living” the future of our cities? In this episode of The Connector, Belinda Coates sits down with Rob Beacroft, Co-Founder of Lateral, to unpack how underused industrial land can be transformed into a world-class innovation district.

In this episode of The Connector, Belinda Coates sits down with Lloyd Lee, Managing Partner at YOO Capital, to unpack the bold thinking behind the transformation of Olympia London — a 14-acre mixed-use precinct set to reshape how London blends heritage, entertainment, housing and innovation.

The Connector / How Culture-Led Development Is Reshaping Cities

February 23, 2026

In this episode of The Connector, Belinda Coates sits down with Lloyd Lee, Managing Partner at YOO Capital, to unpack the bold thinking behind the transformation of Olympia London — a 14-acre mixed-use precinct set to reshape how London blends heritage, entertainment, housing and innovation.

In this episode of The Connector, Belinda Coates sits down with Sally Capp, former Lord Mayor of the City of Melbourne, to unpack what it really takes to lead a global city.

The Connector / How Melbourne Stays One of the World’s Most Liveable Cities

February 16, 2026

In this episode of The Connector, Belinda Coates sits down with Sally Capp, former Lord Mayor of the City of Melbourne, to unpack what it really takes to lead a global city.

From a $500 million portfolio to more than $7 billion in assets under management, CBUS Property has become one of Australia’s most disciplined and respected property developers built on long-term thinking, sustainable outcomes and consistent delivery.

The Connector / The Leadership Decisions Behind Long-Term Property Success

February 9, 2026

From a $500 million portfolio to more than $7 billion in assets under management, CBUS Property has become one of Australia’s most disciplined and respected property developers built on long-term thinking, sustainable outcomes and consistent delivery.

So how does a global city prepare for extreme heat… and what does a cooler, more liveable future actually look like? In this episode of The Connector, Belinda Coates sits down with Tiffany Crawford, Chief Heat Officer at the City of Melbourne, to unpack how cities can design for heat resilience.

The Connector / Why Heat Resilience Is the Next Property Priority

February 5, 2026

So how does a global city prepare for extreme heat… and what does a cooler, more liveable future actually look like? In this episode of The Connector, Belinda Coates sits down with Tiffany Crawford, Chief Heat Officer at the City of Melbourne, to unpack how cities can design for heat resilience.

In this episode of The Connector, Belinda Coates is joined by Jace Tyrrell, CEO of Opportunity London, fresh from a major international delegation across Asia and the Middle East.

The Connector / The Global Race Between Cities for Capital

January 25, 2026

In this episode of The Connector, Belinda Coates is joined by Jace Tyrrell, CEO of Opportunity London, fresh from a major international delegation across Asia and the Middle East.

On both sides of the globe, the data centre market is accelerating – the Australian market saw a $6.7 billion investment and notable international operators entering the space and the UK market over $44 billion invested and major projects announced, reports Australian media, Ticker News.

In the News: Data Centre Market Growth

January 20, 2026

On both sides of the globe, the data centre market is accelerating – the Australian market saw a $6.7 billion investment and notable international operators entering the space and the UK market over $44 billion invested and major projects announced, reports Australian media, Ticker News.

In this episode of The Connector, Belinda Coates brings together two global experts from Australia and the UK to unpack how the data centre sector is evolving, where investment is flowing, and what developers and investors need to understand as global demand accelerates.

The Connector / Data centres global demand and investment

January 19, 2026

In this episode of The Connector, Belinda Coates brings together two global experts from Australia and the UK to unpack how the data centre sector is evolving, where investment is flowing, and what developers and investors need to understand as global demand accelerates.

In this episode of The Connector, Belinda Coates sits down with Stuart Verrier, Head of Property Development & Asset Management, Melbourne Airport to explore how the Airport has evolved into one of Australia’s most significant pieces of national infrastructure and is shaping investment, jobs, city identity and Victoria’s global competitiveness.

The Connector / Melbourne Airport’s Incredible Growth Trajectory

January 12, 2026

In this episode of The Connector, Belinda Coates sits down with Stuart Verrier, Head of Property Development & Asset Management, Melbourne Airport to explore how the Airport has evolved into one of Australia’s most significant pieces of national infrastructure and is shaping investment, jobs, city identity and Victoria’s global competitiveness.

In this episode of The Connector, Belinda Coates is joined by Australian architect and author David Holm, whose book Drawing the City documents more than 500 urban spaces around the world.

The Connector / Cities are Humanities Greatest Invention

January 12, 2026

In this episode of The Connector, Belinda Coates is joined by Australian architect and author David Holm, whose book Drawing the City documents more than 500 urban spaces around the world.

Leanne discusses the global shift toward asset revitalisation, the policy gaps holding cities back, the lessons Australia can take from London, and why debates like the Marks & Spencer building matter more than ever. A fast, insightful look at sustainability, city-making, and the future of building reuse.

The Connector / The Push to Preserve Buildings

December 23, 2025

Leanne discusses the global shift toward asset revitalisation, the policy gaps holding cities back, the lessons Australia can take from London, and why debates like the Marks & Spencer building matter more than ever. A fast, insightful look at sustainability, city-making, and the future of building reuse.

The wellness industry is shifting fast and UNTIL is reshaping it from the ground up. In this episode of The Connector, Harper B Founder Belinda Coates sits down with Vishal Amin, Founder of UNTIL, to explore how the company is redefining wellness spaces across London.

The Connector / Reshaping the Wellness Industry

December 19, 2025

The wellness industry is shifting fast and UNTIL is reshaping it from the ground up. In this episode of The Connector, Harper B Founder Belinda Coates sits down with Vishal Amin, Founder of UNTIL, to explore how the company is redefining wellness spaces across London.

In this episode they dive into London’s 2030 transport goals, the city’s strategy to stay globally competitive, plans for more housing and green space, and the everyday policies that keep the Square Mile moving smoothly (Pret jokes included).

The Connector / Exploring London’s Liveability Advantage

December 15, 2025

In this episode they dive into London’s 2030 transport goals, the city’s strategy to stay globally competitive, plans for more housing and green space, and the everyday policies that keep the Square Mile moving smoothly (Pret jokes included).

Brisbane is booming and the next decade will redefine the city. In this episode of The Connector, Harper B Founder Belinda Coates sits down with Anthony Ryan, CEO of the Brisbane Economic Development Agency (BEDA), to unpack the forces powering Brisbane’s momentum ahead of the 2032 Games.

The Connector / Brisbane Races Towards the 2032 Olympics

December 8, 2025

Brisbane is booming and the next decade will redefine the city. In this episode of The Connector, Harper B Founder Belinda Coates sits down with Anthony Ryan, CEO of the Brisbane Economic Development Agency (BEDA), to unpack the forces powering Brisbane’s momentum ahead of the 2032 Games.

In this episode of The Connector, Harper B Founder Belinda Coates speaks with Chris Hayward, Policy Chairman of the City of London Corporation, the organisation at the centre of driving international investment, innovation, and growth in the UK’s capital.

The Connector / London’s Strategy to Stay Competitive

November 28, 2025

In this episode of The Connector, Harper B Founder Belinda Coates speaks with Chris Hayward, Policy Chairman of the City of London Corporation, the organisation at the centre of driving international investment, innovation, and growth in the UK’s capital.

In this episode of The Connector, Harper B Founder Belinda Coates sits down with Damien Sharkey, Managing Director at HUB, a developer recognised for transforming bold ideas into purpose-driven projects that deliver genuine social impact.

The Connector / The Future of Co-living

November 24, 2025

In this episode of The Connector, Harper B Founder Belinda Coates sits down with Damien Sharkey, Managing Director at HUB, a developer recognised for transforming bold ideas into purpose-driven projects that deliver genuine social impact.

Energy gets all the headlines, but there’s another vital resource quietly powering Australia’s future: water.

The Connector / Future-proofing Our Most Essential Resource

November 17, 2025

Energy gets all the headlines, but there’s another vital resource quietly powering Australia’s future: water.

In this episode of The Connector, Harper B Founder Belinda Coates sits down with Ludo Campbell-Reid, a globally recognised city maker who has helped shape Melbourne, Auckland, Cape Town, and London, and played a defining role in positioning Melbourne as the world’s most liveable city.

The Connector / What Makes a Truly Liveable City

November 7, 2025

In this episode of The Connector, Harper B Founder Belinda Coates sits down with Ludo Campbell-Reid, a globally recognised city maker who has helped shape Melbourne, Auckland, Cape Town, and London, and played a defining role in positioning Melbourne as the world’s most liveable city.

In this episode of The Connector on Ticker, Harper B Founder Belinda Coates sits down with Jace Tyrrell, Chief Executive of Opportunity London, to explore how Improvement Districts are shaping the future of global cities.

The Connector / The Power of Improvement Districts and How it is Shaping Cites

October 23, 2025

In this episode of The Connector on Ticker, Harper B Founder Belinda Coates sits down with Jace Tyrrell, Chief Executive of Opportunity London, to explore how Improvement Districts are shaping the future of global cities.

In this episode of The Connector, Harper B founder Belinda Coates sits down with Gareth Hardy, Director at Third.i, to explore the evolving landscape of London’s property and investment market and what lessons Australian developers can draw from it.

The Connector / London’s Property Transformation – How Aussie Firms are Making it in the UK

October 19, 2025

In this episode of The Connector, Harper B founder Belinda Coates sits down with Gareth Hardy, Director at Third.i, to explore the evolving landscape of London’s property and investment market and what lessons Australian developers can draw from it.

Episode 2 of the Connector welcomes Tom Sleigh, Chairman of the Planning and Transportation Committee for the City of London Corporation. This episode explores what is creating the buzz in London, the low vacancy rates and the importance of embracing both new build and retrofit designs.

The Connector / London’s Urban Future Under Pressure

October 13, 2025

Episode 2 of the Connector welcomes Tom Sleigh, Chairman of the Planning and Transportation Committee for the City of London Corporation. This episode explores what is creating the buzz in London, the low vacancy rates and the importance of embracing both new build and retrofit designs.

Ticker Studios launches The Connector, hosted by Harper B Founder Belinda Coates, enhancing Australia-UK opportunities through dialogue.

The Connector / Aus-UK: Is it the Perfect Economic Match?

October 9, 2025

Ticker Studios launches The Connector, hosted by Harper B Founder Belinda Coates, enhancing Australia-UK opportunities through dialogue.

Ticker Studios, the Australian global media company and streaming network based in Melbourne, has unveiled its latest original program The Connector, a new talk series hosted by global strategist and business leader Belinda Coates, founder of Harper B.

Belinda Coates leads new TICKER series linking Australia and the UK

October 8, 2025

Ticker Studios, the Australian global media company and streaming network based in Melbourne, has unveiled its latest original program The Connector, a new talk series hosted by global strategist and business leader Belinda Coates, founder of Harper B.

Australian firms are rapidly expanding into the UK, marking a new phase of international growth in infrastructure development and property investment.

Australian firms eye the UK as the next growth opportunity

August 4, 2025

Australian firms are rapidly expanding into the UK, marking a new phase of international growth in infrastructure development and property investment.

The UK presents a once-in-a-generation opportunity for companies with a strong entry strategy and the right local partnerships. Australian firms are taking advantage of this opportunity.

Australian firms target UK boom with billions in play

August 4, 2025

The UK presents a once-in-a-generation opportunity for companies with a strong entry strategy and the right local partnerships. Australian firms are taking advantage of this opportunity.

We’re so grateful you could be part of such a memorable day. Your presence helped spark the kind of ambitious conversation we want to be known for: smart, cross-sector, and future-focused.

What a Launch

July 24, 2025

We’re so grateful you could be part of such a memorable day. Your presence helped spark the kind of ambitious conversation we want to be known for: smart, cross-sector, and future-focused.

Property group Mirvac has signed up tenants Aecom and Work Club to 7 Spencer, the $480 million, 22-storey office building it expects to complete early next year.

Mirvac says Melbourne office market is stabilising

July 23, 2025

Property group Mirvac has signed up tenants Aecom and Work Club to 7 Spencer, the $480 million, 22-storey office building it expects to complete early next year.