Highland hosted its annual Blue Crew event, bringing together team members from the Gold Coast, Sydney and the Southern Highlands offices for an energising and inspiring day of connection, collaboration and forward thinking.
Built around the theme “Big Energy, Bold Ideas, One Team,” Blue Crew 2026 captured the spirit of ambition, unity and momentum that continues to drive the business forward.
The event featured an exceptional lineup of guest speakers, including Josh Phegan, High Performance International Trainer and Coach; Joe Shannon, Director of The Efficiency Co; Anthony Bell, CEO of Bell Partners; and Anthony Minichiello, Former Kangaroo, State Of Origin and Sydney Roosters Player, whose insights set the tone for a day centred on growth, performance and opportunity.
Attendees also heard from CEO David Highland, alongside a dynamic group of panellists including Bill Malouf, Laura McKay and John Schwarzer, as well as emerging talent from across the business.
Together, they delivered expert insights into sales, property management, technology and digital marketing.

The sessions provided a powerful and forward-focused look at what it means to work at Highland today and into the future.
Hearing directly from rising stars and experienced leaders alike made for an enriching and insightful morning that highlighted the depth of talent across the organisation.
Blue Crew 2026 provided a platform to align teams across regions while celebrating the culture and capability that underpin Highland’s success.
The atmosphere throughout the day reflected the event’s theme full of energy, fresh thinking and a strong sense of unity providing inspiration, guidance and support to take on the remainder of the year.

“We’re incredibly proud of the passion and capability across our team,” Highland’s CEO David Highland said.
“Blue Crew brings our culture to life, connecting our people, celebrating bold ideas and reinforcing the strength we have as one team.”
Blue Crew 2026 stands as a testament to Highland’s commitment to its people, its culture and its future, continuing to build momentum as the year unfolds.