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SUPPLIER NEWS
Domain champions smarter, greener homes in new sustainability in property campaign
Domain's new sustainability campaign reveals energy-efficient homes are commanding premiums up to 75% higher, with features like solar panels and north-facing orientation adding six-figure value. The initiative includes a Home Efficiency Hub offering practical guidance for homeowners seeking both economic and environmental benefits.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Michelle Bridges, hosts Jellis Craig’s annual Wellness Event
Leading Victorian property agency Jellis Craig has reaffirmed its commitment to employee wellbeing with a company-wide event dedicated to health, wellbeing, and recharging, hosted by renowned fitness expert, author and television presenter, Michelle Bridges.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Kathy Purcell’s rise in luxury real estate
For most real estate agents, it’s about selling an area, a location. But for Barry Plant Eastern Group’s Kathy Purcell, it’s about selling a lifestyle – she sells luxury, and she’s exceptionally good at it.
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Movers and Shakers
BresicWhitney acquires top-performing Eastern Suburbs business
The acquisition of The Woollahra Group delivers long-term value and opportunity, with former Principal Randall Kemp also joining BresicWhitney as a shareholder in the business.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Remax Builds momentum in Victoria with launch of Remax Diamond
REMAX Australia's presence in Victoria is growing, with the announcement this week of a new Melbourne office, REMAX Diamond.
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Mindset and Personal Development
Sidekick launches free 21-day challenge to help property managers beat burnout
Sidekick launches a free 21-day challenge to combat the burnout crisis sweeping Australia's property management industry. Starting June 9, the initiative offers daily two-minute tips, expert sessions, and community support to help overwhelmed professionals reclaim control and rediscover workplace satisfaction.
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Movers and Shakers
Michael Sheikh opens Raine & Horne Waverley
Experienced local agent Michael Sheikh has launched Raine & Horne Waverley, servicing the prestigious Wheelers Hill and Glen Waverley markets in Melbourne's east.
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Movers and Shakers
Fontein Oversby joins Burgess Rawson as Asset Manager
Burgess Rawson has appointed Fontein Oversby as Asset Manager in Victoria, strengthening the company's growing property management division.
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Movers and Shakers
REIV Appoints Megan Mander as Chief Operating Officer
The Real Estate Institute of Victoria (REIV) has announced the appointment of Megan Mander as Chief Operating Officer.
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Movers and Shakers
Claire Wells to lead Belle Property Greater Springfield
Award-winning real estate professional Claire Wells will head Belle Property's newest office in Greater Springfield, bringing 17 years of industry experience to the rapidly growing Brisbane region.
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Movers and Shakers
Justin Ferguson joins Raine & Horne Lower North Shore
Award-winning agent Justin Ferguson has joined Raine & Horne Lower North Shore, bringing over 35 years of experience and more than 1,000 property transactions to the team.
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Movers and Shakers
Professionals Real Estate unveils complete transformation
Sean Hanneberry leads multi-million dollar rebrand and business overhaul as the group's new CEO.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Award-winning team joins Ray White in major west Auckland expansion
Ray White New Zealand is proud to welcome award-winning real estate leaders Paul Vujnovich and Trish Adams, along with their high-performing team, to the group marking a significant milestone in the leading network's continued growth across west Auckland.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Real estate expert takes next step in career at Ray White Palm Beach
A decade after launching his real estate career, Troy Fitzgerald has stepped into business ownership, alongside the Malan family of Ray White Malan and Co, at Ray White Palm Beach on the Gold Coast.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Jellis Craig Geelong buys out Hayden Real Estate Geelong
Jellis Craig Geelong has purchased Hayden Real Estate Geelong, making it the region’s biggest property management firm.
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BEST PRACTICE
EOFY insurance check: Are you prepared?
As EOFY approaches, real estate agents should review their business insurance policies to ensure adequate protection against industry-specific risks. From Professional Indemnity to Cyber Liability coverage, identifying gaps now can prevent costly claims and underinsurance later.
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SUPPLIER NEWS
Homely’s latest marketing campaign supports better results for agents and vendors
As real estate professionals navigate a dynamic and often costly advertising environment, Homely reaffirms its commitment to providing a more accessible and value-driven alternative to expensive advertising in the property portal space.
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AREC 2025
Global trade wars create unexpected property boom for Australia
Global trade tensions and tariffs are expected to create a property boom in Australia as redirected Chinese goods flood the market, leading to lower prices and increased affordability, while interest rate cuts signal a shift towards easier borrowing conditions. Agents must prepare strategically to capitalize on this upcoming opportunity.
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AREC 2025
How real estate agents are using personality-driven AI to outpace the robots
Real estate agents can combat AI replacement by leveraging human connection and personality-driven strategies, using custom chatbots to enhance client interactions and create deeper relationships while maintaining their authentic voice.
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AREC 2025
Australia 2035: migration, density and climate risk will reshape the future
Australia's property market by 2035 will be shaped by significant migration from India, urban densification, and climate risk. With a growing population and changing demographics, real estate agents must adapt to new buyer dynamics and address insurance challenges to thrive in an evolving landscape.
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AREC 2025
How Edward Pack reclaimed pride and performance in real estate
Edward Pack transformed his real estate career by committing fully, eliminating backup plans, acquiring extensive knowledge, and maintaining consistent performance despite challenges. His journey illustrates that success stems from commitment and psychological resilience rather than just technical skills.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Harcourts Phillis launches as new family-led real estate business in Whyalla
Acclaimed local real estate professional Whitney Phillis, alongside her husband Sonny, is proud to announce the launch of Harcourts Phillis, a family-owned real estate business dedicated to serving the Whyalla community.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Property expert has Advantage on the Gold Coast
With more than two decades of experience in the central Gold Coast property market, property expert Jordan Thams has opened Ray White Advantage alongside his wife Kyra.
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AREC 2025
Meet the billion-dollar real estate agent
Clayton Orrigo doesn’t fit the mould. No designer suits. No keynote reels. No cold calling. Yet his team is the #1 performer in Manhattan, moving over USD$1 billion in property each year. Speaking at AREC for the first time, the Hudson Advisory Group founder broke down the unconventional mindset behind his rise—and why being “annoyingly accessible” might just be the…
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AREC 2025
Tony O’Doherty’s early obsession led to burnout, but it also revealed the 30:1 formula for long-term real estate success
Tony O'Doherty, Principal of McGrath Bulimba and Brisbane’s top-ranked agent on RateMyAgent, shares the 30:1 rule behind his success.
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AREC 2025
From terminal illness to top of the luxury market: Mauricio Umansky’s playbook for becoming the 1%
Mauricio Umansky was born blind in one eye with a rare blood disease and odds stacked fifty thousand to one against him. Today, he’s the founder of The Agency, a Netflix star, and the man behind some of America’s biggest property deals. Speaking at AREC, he delivered a clear message to agents: average won’t cut it.
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AREC 2025
Tim Grover: “You are in the business of rejection … embrace it”
If you can't handle rejection - you're in the wrong job. Tim Grover, the high-performance strategist who coached Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant, is not interested in feelings, he is interested in winning. In a no holds-barred presentation at AREC, Tim breaks down why most people will never reach the top - and how to think differently if you want…
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AREC 2025
No shortcut through fear: A big wave surfer’s lesson for real estate agents
Mark Mathews shares how fear management in big wave surfing parallels real estate success, emphasising that experience is key to overcoming fear. He advocates for gratitude practices, like sending appreciation texts, to build resilience and strengthen connections in the face of rejection and market pressures.
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AREC 2025
The Real Estate Agent Who Went Through Five Assistants in One Year
Adrian Oddi, a successful real estate agent, faced burnout and health issues after years of high sales. Following a cancer diagnosis, he redefined success by prioritizing health, family, and personal happiness over work, advocating for a balanced approach to life and career in real estate.
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AREC 2025
Oliver Lavers: The $906 Coffee and Other Expensive Mistakes
Intro: Thirteen years ago, Oliver Lavers was earning just $40K a year, borrowing money to get around, and ready to walk away from real estate. Today, he brings in $5 million in annual commissions. The turning point? A breakdown that forced him to get crystal clear on his “why” - and commit like never before.
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AREC 2025
Instagram Queen: The Real Estate Agent Who Built an $800 Million Empire One Post at a Time
Lana Samuels transformed her Instagram into a powerful marketing tool, generating over $800 million in sales. By treating social media as a business platform, she sold a $7.1 million property off-market through a single post, emphasizing the importance of online presence and storytelling in real estate.
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AREC 2025
Kamala Harris: The Vice-President who ate ‘No’ for breakfast tells real estate agents how to win
The 49th Vice President shared hard-won lessons from staring down Wall Street's biggest players, offering real estate professionals a blueprint for turning rejection into negotiation gold through preparation and genuine empathy.
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AREC 2025
The traits separating elite from average agents
Top real estate agents succeed through clarity of vision, a strong professional identity, and disciplined resilience, emphasizing self-belief and daily improvement over technical skills alone. Walker's approach encourages agents to focus on internal growth to enhance their professional relationships and success.
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AREC 2025
Entrepreneur’s rejection formula for real estate success
Steven Bartlett, entrepreneur and host of The Diary of a CEO podcast, has revealed how the failure of his first business laid the groundwork for everything that followed. Speaking at AREC, the Social Chain founder told agents that learning to listen to customers—and reframing rejection as part of the process—was what changed the game.
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AREC 2025
What a $2 hot dog can teach real estate agents about unforgettable service
At AREC, restaurateur and hospitality expert Will Guidara shared how a $2 street hot dog—served at a Michelin-starred restaurant—became the most talked-about moment of his career. His message to real estate agents was clear: success doesn’t come from following the script, but from delivering moments so thoughtful they become unforgettable.
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