About Us

Decades of Experience and a Personal Approach to Private Lending

Canterbury Capital was established to bridge the gap between traditional bank rigidness and the fast-paced reality of modern property development. Founded by John Salamy, the business is built on a foundation of more than 20 years of experience in the finance and property lending sector.

After years of working within the constraints of larger institutions, John recognised that developers were being under serviced by slow decision-making and shifting “goal posts”. Canterbury Capital was born from a desire to provide a more sincere, agile, and relationship-focused alternative, where the lender actually understands the development and is on site every month with the builder.

Why Partner With Us?

  • Direct Communication: You deal directly with a decision-maker who speaks your language—no collars and ties required, just straight-talking industry expertise.
  • Speed and Certainty: We provide answers on the spot, ensuring you aren’t waiting weeks for a “maybe” when you need to be on-site.
  • Proven Reliability: Our business is built on word-of-mouth and long-term referrals because we deliver exactly what we promise.
  • Industry Veterans: We bring over two decades of back-to-front industry knowledge to every transaction, helping you navigate complex legal and financial landscapes.
  • 24/7 Availability: We understand that construction doesn’t just happen during office hours, which is why we remain contactable and responsive whenever you need us.

A National Perspective

Canterbury Capital is a truly national business. We actively service all major Australian capital cities, with a significant presence in the Brisbane and Southeast Queensland markets. Wherever your project is located, we bring a local understanding backed by national lending power.

Partner with a Lender Who Delivers

Our business is built on reliability and the personal connection we maintain with our clients. Get in touch with us to experience a more sincere, rapid approach to property finance.