The Property Council of Australia today congratulated NSW recipients of the 2026 King's Birthday Honours, recognising the outstanding contribution of leaders shaping the state's built environment, infrastructure and communities.
Property Council NSW Executive Director Katie Stevenson said this year's honours highlight the depth of expertise and leadership driving city-shaping outcomes across planning, development and infrastructure.
"These honours recognise the people behind the projects that shape how our cities grow, how our communities function and how our economy performs," Ms Stevenson said.
"From major infrastructure to planning reform and the delivery of homes and workplaces, these recipients have made a lasting contribution to NSW."
Ms Stevenson paid tribute to property, planning and infrastructure leaders whose work is central to the performance of NSW's built environment.
- Deborah Coakley AM, Managing Director of QIC Real Estate and National Vice President of the Property Council, acknowledged for her contribution to the property industry and investment sector.
- Kiersten Fishburn PSM, for her leadership in local government and planning reform.
- Marika Calfas AM, Chief Executive Officer of NSW Ports and a board member of Infrastructure NSW, recognised for her leadership in freight, logistics and infrastructure planning.
- Mary-Lynne Taylor AM, recognised for her significant service to town planning, development and the law.
- The late Professor Edward Blakely AM, recognised for his significant contribution to urban planning and economic development, including advisory roles shaping metropolitan strategy and city policy in Sydney and globally.
Ms Stevenson also acknowledged Professor Attila Brungs AO's contribution to the broader ecosystem shaping NSW's cities and communities, for leadership in tertiary education, research and innovation.
"A strong property sector is about more than buildings - it's about creating inclusive, resilient communities and economic opportunity," Ms Stevenson said.
"As we tackle housing supply, infrastructure delivery and productivity challenges, the leadership recognised in this year's King's Birthday Honours will continue to play an essential role in shaping better cities.
"On behalf of our members, we congratulate all recipients and thank them for their contribution to building stronger communities across NSW."
