JLL Perspectives

The modern workplace is undergoing a fundamental transformation. In this episode of the JLL Perspectives podcast, Alana Hannaford, JLL’s Head of PDS Advisory moderates a fascinating discussion live from JLL’s Signature event, with Doug Hall, Property, Fleet, Assets and Transaction Management Principal, Telstra, Catherine Sullivan, Head of Workplace, Westpac, and Michael Green, Head of Tenant Representation, JLL on how organisations are reimagining corporate real estate strategy. 

It’s not just about the fitout. In the final episode of the Flex for Thought series, part of the JLL Perspectives podcast, Tashi Dorjee, Head of Flex at JLL and Daniel Gunning, Co-founder and CEO at Spacenow, breaks down the dual marketplace of space activation - where engagement, culture, and community define success. Hear how art, music, and intentional placemaking bring commercial spaces to life.

Can digital UX principles improve the physical workplace? Charbel Zeaiter, Founder of Faster Zebra, thinks so. In this episode of the Flex for Thought series, part of the JLL Perspectives podcast, Tashi Dorjee, Head of Flex at JLL and Charbel talk through frameworks that bridge the digital and physical office design, offering practical insights to elevate workplace experiences from the moment you hit the street to taking your seat.https://www.experiencecivis.com/

Host Simon Greenfield, Regional Lead for Sustainable Solutions at JLL Asia Pacific speaks with sustainability experts Claudina Taylor, JLL's Asia Pacific Enablement Lead for Sustainable Operations, and Tosh Szatow, Growth and Innovation Manager at Flow Power about how organisations can turn energy management into competitive advantage. Discover how smart buildings, quality data, and strategic timing of energy usage are helping businesses create value while meeting sustainability goals in Australia's evolving regulatory landscape. 

In this episode of the Flex for Thought series, part of the JLL Perspectives podcast, Oscar McMahon, Co-founder of Young Henrys discusses how he built a cult-followed brand through purpose, people, and planet. From pioneering micro-algae sustainability initiatives to the power of storytelling in shaping community, Tashi Dorjee, Head of Flex at JLL and Oscar reveal the strategies behind creating a purpose-driven brand that connects with audiences in a meaningful way.https://www.experiencecivis.com/

What if buildings could adapt like people? In this episode of the Flex for Thought series, part of the JLL Perspectives podcast, we unpack the idea of “elastic buildings” - workspaces intentionally designed to evolve with time. Tashi Dorjee, Head of Flex at JLL and Charlotte Stratton, Head of Leasing and Asset Management at Lendlease explore how human-centric design transforms the daily work experience and discuss emerging trends shaping the future of adaptable office environments. https://www.experiencecivis.com/

Hear from JLL's panel of experts Julian Sutherland, Head of Sustainable Assets, Alana Hannaford, Head of Project and Development Services Advisory Australia and Leo O'Regan, Director and Investor Sector Lead for New South Wales, moderated by Jamie Wallis, Senior Manager, Green Buildings Council of Australia, as they dive into effective strategies for building retrofits, market trends, and lessons from global markets.

Companies’ return-to-office mandates are laid out for debate in this episode of the Perspectives podcast, with workplace strategists suggesting that inconsistent and unscientific measurements of productivity are leading to failed policies.Are mandates destroying team spirit? Hear from Dr. Craig Knight, workplace psychologist, and JLL's office and workplace experts, Kate Pilgrim, Nathan Sri and Tim O'Connor.Host: Rebecca Kent, JLL

Private capital is feasting on Melbourne commercial real estate as institutional and overseas investors hold out for greater stability. But things are changing in 2025. Perspectives podcast host Rebecca Kent chats to Piper Dedrick, institutional investment specialist at JLL, Nick Drake, JLL's joint head of leasing in Victoria, and Jessica Van Raay, JLL's joint head of tenant representation in Victoria.

A glut of new development and relentless interest rises over the past two years saw key real estate markets in Melbourne put ‘on the bench’ by some investors. A slow return to the office after Covid lockdowns didn't exactly help lift these markets either. As a result, the recovery many expected in 2024 didn't eventuate.But it may have been the 'reset' that had to happen.In this episode, Peter Harper, head of hotel investment sales –Australasia, JLL, Annabel McFarlane, head of strategic research – Australia, JLL and James Jorgensen, head of logistics and industrial leasing, reflect on 2024 and predict how Melbourne's real estate market is set to navigate the year ahead.The guests discuss why companies might relocate their distribution centres from Sydney to Melbourne, how a softening Aussie dollar could spell a boon for investment, and how new valuation standards and sustainability reporting frameworks will give property owners something else to think about this year.Host: Rebecca Kent, JLL