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INDUSTRY NEWS
“Does it pass the pub test?” navigating the new AML rules
New AML reforms starting July 2026 shift Australian real estate from handshake trust to strict transparency, requiring agents to verify fund sources and apply the "pub test" to ensure integrity.
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Buyersagents.com.au fuels 40% growth in buyer connections, cements industry standards with 100th verified buyers agent
Buyersagents.com.au hits a 100-agent milestone and 40% connection growth, setting a new professional standard through a rigorous verification process in Australia’s fragmented property market.
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Aussie partners with Foxtel’s Selling Houses Australia
The new season returns on Wednesday 4 March 2026 on BINGE and Foxtel, airing weekly over 12 weeks. Selling Houses Australia Season 17 was Foxtel’s #1 Lifestyle premiere in 2025. For all viewing types in 2025, the season was also the #1 entertainment programme on the platform with 11.2 million hours viewed and 32 million stream starts.¹ The partnership gives…
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Enhancing the home hunt: On-site ads help Aussies save and supercharge their property search
New REA Group research reveals that most Australians find relevant on-site property ads helpful, citing their ability to surface special offers, aid product discovery, and improve the house hunt.
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How real estate agents can build trust through insurance
In a high-stakes market, agents build lasting reputations by pairing expert advice with robust insurance coverage, ensuring client data and financial interests remain protected against the unexpected.
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Get it wrong now, fix it for years
Richard Manthel warns that rushing AML compliance creates systemic errors that haunt agencies for years. Proactive planning for July 2026 avoids the nightmare of retrospective remediation and audits.
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Why top agents are switching to smarter CRM systems
Top-performing real estate agents across Australia are embracing specialized CRM technology to gain competitive edge in a challenging market. The smart systems enable instant responses to inquiries, automated follow-ups, integrated marketing, and business growth without additional staff - transforming how agents operate in an industry where speed and consistency win listings.
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News
REA Excellence Award winners announced for 2025
REA Group has unveiled the 2025 REA Excellence Awards winners, with OC Real Estate claiming two major titles and Hayley Van de Ven named Most Influential Woman in Property, as a new data-driven Top Agent badge rolls out nationwide.
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realestate.com.au launches its first real estate app for ChatGPT
Realestate.com.au brings property search to ChatGPT, allowing Aussies to find homes through natural conversation rather than traditional filters.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
FOUNDIT appoints Thomas Georgiou as Founding Partner and National Head of Buyer Agent Services
FOUNDIT, the fast-growing property platform redefining buyer advocacy through technology and research-led insights, has appointed Thomas Georgiou as Founding Partner and National Head of Buyer Agent Services. Thomas Georgiou. Photo: Supplied With more than 22 years’ experience as a buyer’s agent across Dubai , London and Melbourne, Thomas brings exceptional industry knowledge and leadership to FOUNDIT. Throughout his career, he…
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Aussie partners with Stockdale & Leggo
Aussie Home Loans (Aussie) and leading real estate agency Stockdale & Leggo today announced a strategic home loan and property partnership designed to help brokers and agents grow their businesses and deliver better customer outcomes across the property journey.
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Real Estate Agent Events
Industry leaders unite to redefine real estate excellence
Over 1000 of Australia's top real estate performers gathered at The One Conference in Brisbane to collaboratively bridge the gap between industry promises and public expectations, championing a new era of excellence through exemplary practice rather than reactive regulation.
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SUPPLIER NEWS
Smashing records with $5.9 billion in sales, redefining real estate excellence in 2025
@realty caps off a standout year with record sales, rapid network growth and thousands of five-star client reviews across Australia and New Zealand
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Real Estate Agent Events
Finalists named for REA’s 2025 Excellence Awards
REA has shortlisted 24 submission finalists across eight categories who are now in the running for a top spot among Australia’s best property professionals.
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BizCover secures 7th Product Review Award since 2019
Australia's top online business insurer BizCover clinches its seventh Product Review Award, boasting a 4.4/5 star rating from customer feedback. The recognition reinforces the company's dedication to providing straightforward insurance solutions for small businesses across the country.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Sam Guo: How the industry’s best agents outperform and stay ahead
After more than 20 years in real estate, Sam Guo has seen every version of the Gold Coast property market, including the quiet years, the boom cycles, and the post-COVID surge that reshaped the region almost overnight.
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Why The One Conference is setting a different standard for real estate leadership
As scrutiny intensifies on real estate, One Conference positions leadership, standards, and accountability at the centre of the industry’s next chapter.
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SUPPLIER NEWS
realestate.com.au takes centre court as Australian Open official real estate partner
Realestate.com.au becomes the Australian Open's Official Real Estate Partner in a strategic multi-year deal, uniting two national passions during the summer months when Australians contemplate property changes. The partnership features tennis legend Pat Rafter in bespoke campaigns across Melbourne Park and broadcast coverage, creating authentic property conversations when the nation's attention turns to tennis.
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Why AML compliance isn’t just a big bank problem
Managing Anti-Money Laundering (AML) obligations while meeting legislative requirements and AUSTRAC’s expectations continues to present significant challenges, even for well-resourced financial institutions. Recent regulatory action highlights these challenges. As announced by AUSTRAC, Bendigo and Adelaide Bank has been required to address weaknesses identified in its money laundering risk management framework. AUSTRAC has also commenced an enforcement investigation into whether the…
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More value, more choice: 2025 year in review
REA Group Chief Customer and Commercial Officer Kul Singh reviews 2025, exploring technology change, customer collaboration, audience growth, AI-led innovation and industry partnership across real estate.
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Industry leader Fiona Blayney announces PM/ONE 2026
Following a successful inaugural year, PM/ONE will return in 2026, bringing Property Management professionals together in Sydney for two days focused on leadership, performance, culture, and sustainable growth.
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12 risks of Christmas – insurance insights for agents
The festive season brings twelve heightened risks to rental properties, from rent arrears to bushfires, that can leave landlords with more than holiday bills. Insurance experts warn of the "Christmas effect" on claims, with proper coverage becoming essential as decorations go up and tenants go away.\
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Summer readiness for regional PMs: risks to watch for
Regional landlords face unique challenges as summer looms, with bushfires and storms posing greater threats than in urban areas. Despite strong rental yields and capital growth in these markets, property owners must secure specialised insurance that addresses extreme weather risks.
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SUPPLIER NEWS
Why a 12-month nurture funnel is critical for turning leads into seller listings
A 12-month nurture funnel helps agents stay front-of-mind while sellers take time to decide. With @realty’s CRM, performance coaching and automated email and SMS campaigns, agents can follow up consistently, build trust and convert more long-term leads into listings.
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Sales & Marketing
How Verified Data Is Changing Real Estate Prospecting
Top real estate agents are revolutionizing prospecting by leveraging verified property data to target the right homeowners at the right time. Rather than cold-calling entire neighborhoods, they're using contextual information to personalize outreach, prioritize high-potential leads, and build meaningful relationships that convert to listings.
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SUPPLIER NEWS
Real estate dreams come to life in Domain’s new TV series Open for Inspection
Domain is bringing Australians closer to the homes they love with the launch of Open for Inspection, a brand-new national property TV series debuting on Channel Nine and 9Now this autumn.
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2026 Is Coming: Is Your Real Estate Business Protected and Prepared?
As 2026 approaches, real estate agents face market shifts and intensifying competition. Success hinges on auditing past performance, strengthening client relationships, and updating business including insurance coverage that protects against professional risks in an evolving industry landscape.
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DIY AML Compliance: Why Real Estate Agencies May Want to Think Twice
As AUSTRAC extends anti-money laundering laws to real estate, agencies face a critical choice between DIY compliance and professional support. Industry experts warn that while self-implementation seems cost-effective, the complex, ongoing nature of AML obligations creates significant legal risks without specialized expertise.
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REA Group partners with OpenAI to deliver world class property experiences
Australia's leading property platform realestate.com.au launches realAssist, an AI-powered companion helping homeowners understand property valuations, while expanding natural language search capabilities for all users. The innovations reflect the company's ongoing investment in AI technology to transform the property journey for millions of Australians.
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Ramp Up Your Real Estate Career in 2026: Consistency, Accountability & the Power of a Performance Coach
@realty offers agents a path to real estate success in 2026 through performance coaching, accountability systems and a business model featuring up to 100% commission. Their approach combines personalized branding options with an automation-rich CRM, positioning consistency as the key differentiator in an increasingly competitive market.
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iD4me partners with REIP to deliver real-time property intelligence to agents
Data intelligence platform iD4me has announced a new partnership with Real Estate Industry Partners (REIP), a move that is set to lift industry standards and streamline the way agents access property information.
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OPINION
Clear goals, proof points and maintaining authenticity – leading through change in the real estate industry
Real estate veteran Belinda Sinclair shares how industry leaders can navigate today's shifting landscape through clear goal-setting, data-driven decisions, and authentic customer relationships. "Change will never feel impossible if you approach it with an open mindset.
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SUPPLIER NEWS
Domain surges ahead as Australians embrace a fresh alternative in property search
Domain platforms achieve record 55.1 million visits in October 2025, outpacing competitors with 46% year-on-year growth as CoStar Group ownership drives momentum. The company will remove all third-party advertising starting December, setting a new industry standard for cleaner property listings.
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Mosaik expands to Australia, introducing a new era of homeownership advisory
Mosaik, a U.S. homeownership engagement platform, expands to Australia, offering real estate professionals tools to transform transactional relationships into lifelong advisory partnerships. The technology helps agents provide personalised support throughout property ownership, addressing growing global demand for continued value beyond settlement.
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Setting new records and leaving nothing to chance: How Luxe helped Tolemy Stevens achieve a landmark result
Queensland luxury agent Tolemy Stevens shattered sales records with a beachfront apartment, selling for $3.45 million in just 20 days using realestate.com.au's premium Luxe marketing package. "You couldn't miss it online," he said, as the enhanced visibility not only secured the record price but elevated his market presence.
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