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Budget needs to focus on action, not talk to fix housing crisis
LJ Hooker calls for Budget action to redirect property tax revenue into housing supply, affordability and mobility amid worsening supply constraints
Knight Frank bolsters franchise team with new operations hire
Mary McLean joins from CBRE as the network expands through its McGrath partnership.
REMAX gathers top agents for exclusive Brisbane summit
More than 40 of the network's million-dollar-plus performers gathered at The Calile Hotel for professional development sessions with…
McGrath expands with 120-year-old Cootamundra agency in Riverina
The Pellow family's regional franchise group adds its sixth office, bringing Ron Loiterton Real Estate's property management portfolio…
Bondi Rescue’s Harrison Reid swaps lifeguard tower for real estate
The longtime TV lifeguard has joined New Zealand's top Harcourts franchise to work alongside agent Cameron Bailey.
Elisa McMahon delivers $4 million Clayfield result in 21 days after strategic campaign reset
Elisa McMahon's strategic reset of a previously listed Clayfield character home delivered a $4 million result in just…
Database discipline delivers $180,000 uplift in three days
When vendors tried to sell without an agent for $1.55 million, Elle Ritson stepped in with her database…
REMAX and Real brokerage strike US$880M deal to remodel global real estate
Global scale meets local expertise: REMAX Australia prepares for an AI-powered future following its parent company's US$880 million…
Former Wallaby Matt Gibbon swaps scrums for sales at Harcourts
After a knee injury ended his professional rugby career, the qualified electrician is bringing his building background and…
Shayne Mele: From finance to property investment expert
For Shayne Mele, property has always been the common thread running through his diverse business career.
What the 2026 Federal Budget should focus on to fix housing
As Australia heads into the federal budget, housing policy should focus on boosting supply, protecting rental stock and…
Why the Right Voices Matter More Than Ever in Property Management
There’s no shortage of industry events in real estate.
Network call unlocks off-market Bli Bli opportunity for Brisbane based investors
Tim Allen's network-driven approach and thorough due diligence secured an off-market Sunshine Coast investment with granny flat potential…
Narrow frontage becomes the value hook in $2.285m Enfield auction
A targeted database campaign and strategic value positioning delivered 93 inspections, five registered bidders, and a result $135,000…
Domain delivers another record-strong quarter, reaching 8 million Australians across Q1 2026
Domain delivers a record-strong Q1 2026, reaching 8 million Australians with double-digit growth across visits, app usage and…
The Kolmeo State of Property Management Survey wants your voice heard
If you’ve ever felt like your workload doesn’t match your pay, you’re not imagining it.
Coronis becomes Brisbane Broncos’ official real estate partner
The multi-office agency gains access to the NRL club's high-performance environment as part of a sponsorship deal that…
Brisbane leads global luxury property shift
Global wealth growth and severe prestige stock shortages are reshaping Australia’s luxury property landscape, led by Brisbane.
Christie Nelson: Building a brand built on genuine relationships
After more than two decades in real estate, Christie Nelson has returned to the industry with renewed focus…
‘A wake-up call’: Industry braces for impact after 2Apply privacy ruling
2Apply found in breach of Privacy Act: what the landmark ruling means for renters and real estate agencies
Two respected forces align to reshape Manningham’s property market
Something significant is unfolding in Manningham, as two of the area’s most established and forward-thinking real estate teams…
Suzannah Toop departs TOOP+TOOP after 14 years to build “the next evolution of renting”
Suzannah Toop has stepped down from her role at TOOP+TOOP Real Estate, the Adelaide-based agency founded by her…
You built the brand – now imagine having a 40-person back office behind it
More than 200 agency owners across Australia and New Zealand have already made the switch and they're keeping…
What is a 66W, and why every agent needs to understand it
It's three characters that can make or break a deal. Here's what the 66W certificate actually means, how…
Highland opens in-house creative studio for agents
The Sydney-based group has expanded its internal marketing arm with a purpose-built production facility in Taren Point.
Former PR specialist Sarah Broad acquires Brisbane commercial agency
Sarah Broad has purchased Kelly & Co Property from founder Pat Kelly, becoming one of few female-owned commercial…
First home buyer scheme driving up prices for affordable homes
Properties eligible for the expanded 5 per cent deposit guarantee have risen nearly twice as fast as higher-priced…
Rental market hits affordability ceiling as record-low vacancies fail to lift rents
Domain says renters have reached their financial limit, with record-low vacancy rates failing to drive broad rent increases…
PM/ONE returns to Sydney as property management takes centre stage
PM/ONE 2026 returns to the Sydney Hilton on September 13–14, bringing together property management leaders to explore AI,…
Jade Fitzgerald: Building a family business with a personal touch
Jade Fitzgerald’s journey into real estate began with a less-than-ideal experience—one that would ultimately shape the foundation of…
Northern beaches veteran Aaron Raco moves to The Agency
The 23-year residential specialist brings a track record spanning entry-level apartments to $400 million-plus off-the-plan projects.
Strategic delay creates competition for Shell Cove downsizer home
A strategic one-week marketing delay by Monique Field of Monique Field Property generated multiple offers and a price…
Beachside apartment sold prior to auction in seven days after strategic relaunch
A seven-day sale within a targeted three-and-a-half-week campaign highlights how early database activation and a strategic reset can…
REA launches AI model revealing buyer engagement across 9 in 10 sold listings
REA data shows 9 in 10 sold homes attract buyer engagement on realestate.com.au, backed by AI model and…
Hampton apartment attracts 11 contract holders in five-week campaign
Strategic photography capturing northern light helped Kye Bongiorno of Hodges Sandringham attract 11 contract holders to a Hampton…