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Ray White NSW/ACT taps franchise operations specialist for new performance role
Callum Hogan's appointment signals the network's focus on coaching and accountability across its state network.
First National Cleveland nears 1,000 properties after Wynnum Manly acquisition
The Brisbane bayside agency's fourth rent roll acquisition in eleven years brings a thirty-year mentorship full circle.
Matt Lancashire launches luxury-only agency for $4m-plus homes
The Brisbane agent behind $1.5 billion in sales is betting that the city's top-tier market needs dedicated, specialist…
Stop Selling to Everyone: How AI Buyer Personas Can Transform Your Next Listing Presentation
In the a special AI Edit Extended Edition, Samantha McLean walks through a step-by-step process for using AI…
Adam Roberts returns to Ray White after 20-year career journey
The commercial property specialist reunites with the mentor who gave him his first industry start.
Champion auctioneer Tina Chamberlain returns to Hawke’s Bay roots
New Zealand's first female national auctioneering title winner rejoins Ray White Hawke's Bay as auction manager with plans…
Sun, Sand and Sold: Steven du Preez launches boutique Real Estate Agency on the Sunshine Coast
Steven du Preez brings a numbers-driven approach to beachside real estate after years in chartered accounting.
Highland’s 2026 Blue Crew Conference showcases talent and strengthens connections across the group
The Gold Coast-headquartered agency gathered team members from three offices for its Blue Crew event, featuring a lineup…
Jellis Craig doubles Brighton presence with Nick Johnstone joining the group
The deal follows September's Chisholm and Gamon acquisition as the agency group continues expanding across Melbourne's premium bayside…
11 encumbrances. Battle-axe block. Protected trees everywhere. Sold in 22 days.
Henry Wong turned a Battle-axe block with 11 title encumbrances into a $1.28 million sale by reframing limitations…
PEXA Clear partners with Simonds, Clarendon Homes and others to provide AML/CTF compliance solutions to property professionals
PEXA Clear has announced a series of new partnerships with Simonds, Clarendon Homes, One Percent Property, YPM Property,…
McGrath expands Victorian footprint with Macedon Ranges office
The franchise network's 24th Victorian office targets tree-changers and Melbourne professionals seeking lifestyle properties northwest of the city.
Rex Software announce innovative integrated AI that unlocks real estate agents’ databases
Rex Software launches AI suite to streamline CRM workflows, boost prospecting and turn agent databases into active growth…
Four commercial property veterans launch Western Sydney-focused agency
The new firm brings together directors with a combined 80 years of experience to service the region's growing…
Nutrien Harcourts taps Andrew Brien as CEO to lead expansion push
The appointment comes as the rural and regional network signals active interest in acquiring other brands to grow…
Cameron Kusher joins Herron Todd White as Chief Economist
The prominent housing market analyst brings two decades of property economics experience to Australia's largest valuation firm.
The AI Edit Ep. 11: Your vendor isn’t online – here’s how AI can still help
Samantha McLean introduces the "empathy analysis" - a framework for using AI to prepare for vendors who have…
OBrien Real Estate Carrum Downs expands into Langwarrin
The Melbourne agency adds a second location as it looks to deepen its presence in the city's south-east.
Ray White Burwood doubles footprint with Blackburn office launch
The expansion creates a combined team of more than 30 staff across Melbourne's eastern corridor, with the new…
Christie’s International Real Estate launches in NSW with 10-year licence
Property entrepreneur Scott Michaelson will lead the luxury brand's expansion into Australia's largest prestige market, backed by a…
NAI Harcourts launches commercial arm in South Australia
The Adelaide venture marks the network's latest expansion as commercial property investors prioritise advice-led transactions over volume.
Performance gap widens – HX 2026 sets out to close it
As market pressure rises, Harcourts’ HX Conference brings together industry leaders to sharpen skills, lift standards and turn…
Barry Plant Coburg extends Lions partnership with jersey sponsorship
Barry Plant Coburg has expanded its partnership with the Coburg Football Club, adding jersey sponsorship for the 2026…
Illawarra radio icon Marty Haynes swaps mic for real estate career
The breakfast radio veteran and Illawarra Convoy founder is joining a new Ray White venture focused on off-the-plan…
Harcourts Ignite opens fifth Wide Bay office in five years
The Queensland agency has expanded from a single location to five offices across the region, now backed by…
Move-in ready strategy delivers sale in one week for Cessnock family home
Bryce Gibson's compressed marketing strategy and move-in ready presentation delivered 12 groups to the first open and a…
First-home buyer snaps up Aberdare unit after strategic campaign delivers $525,000 result
A first-home buyer secured this two-bedroom Aberdare unit after Bryce Gibson's strategic campaign pivot from off-market to open…
Social media pre-launch drives five-party competition in Muswellbrook
Dominic Pike's organic social media pre-launch generated five competing parties and a sale $25,000 above guide in just…
Highland secures NSW licence to manage affordable housing stock
The property group's new capability allows it to support developers from project marketing through to long-term management of…
OBrien Real Estate pledges $35,000 to Good Friday Appeal
The network-wide donation to the Royal Children's Hospital reflects a growing trend of real estate groups using their…
Janey Pagels’ twilight approach secures buyer who’d been waiting months for Breelya Rise return
A twilight photography approach and premium positioning delivered multiple interested buyers for Janey Pagels' architecturally designed Livingston Park…
Perfect buyer match delivers a record result for Forster’s Solaris complex
An interstate retiree relocating to Forster found the perfect three-bedroom apartment in their preferred building before it hit…
Alice in Wonderland garden seals Chisholm sale
Abbey Morris' database targeting and presentation-first approach delivered a quick sale in Chisholm, proving that turnkey properties attract…
Customers to join REA Group Hackdays event to accelerate industry innovation
REA Group opens its flagship Hackdays innovation event to customers, inviting real estate businesses to co-design AI-driven solutions…
FOUNDIT doubles Eastern Suburbs presence with second buyer’s agent partner Mark Amos
Mark Amos brings two decades of property acquisition experience as the platform responds to demand in one of…