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Allie Coutts turns crashed contract into local family succession sale in Stafford Heights
Allie Coutts has sold a three-bedroom house at 14 Hepburn Street, Stafford Heights, for $1.16 million after a six-month campaign that saw one contract crash
Bradley Philbrick matches interstate investor to Newstead house in one day
Bradley Philbrick has sold a three-bedroom brick house at 16 Helen Street, Newstead, Tasmania for $760,000 in just one day on market, using data-driven buyer
€1bn bet on Europe’s housing shortage as global investors target rental market
Partners Group and Empira Group have launched a €1 billion Pan-European Living Strategy targeting residential assets across Germany, the UK, France, Italy and Spain. Covering multifamily, student, senior and single-family housing, the fund aims for 12 per cent-plus returns, capitalising on housing shortages and growing institutional interest in European rental accommodation.
Georgie Haug takes reins at Belle Property Samford
Georgie Haug has taken the lead role at Belle Property Samford, relocating to a new office just around the corner from its previous site. With over 20 years’ experience and recognition as the network’s top sales agent nationally for three consecutive years, Georgie continues building on strong local relationships as Samford attracts growing buyer interest.
From flip-flops to $30m: Havaianas queen lists Double Bay home
Amelia Aspden, who introduced Havaianas to Australia, has listed her Double Bay home at 8 Wiston Gardens with a $30 million guide. Designed by PopovBass as a gallery-like space for her global art collection, the five-level residence took five years to build. The family is relocating to Bondi to be closer to the beach.
Ray White team passes $265,000 raised for Giant Steps
Ray White Lower North Shore Group has surpassed $265,000 raised for Giant Steps since 2023, completing its fourth annual 10KADAY walking challenge. The team logged over 89 million steps combined, supporting the autism charity’s community-funded education and care programs, with Client Services Manager Irena Allen leading this year’s effort at over 15,000 steps daily.
Harcourts Ulverstone and Penguin rebrands as Coastline
Harcourts Ulverstone, Penguin and Devonport has rebranded as Harcourts Coastline, reflecting its expansion across Tasmania’s Northwest Coast. Owners Brad Reeves and Wendy Squibb have opened new offices in Ulverstone and Devonport, extending their service area from Heybridge to Hawley Beach while maintaining their established community focus and client relationships built over 15 years.
Is the selling principal model holding your agency back?
Real estate principals often scale by selling harder, but Sales Velocity founder Oliver Tuffney argues true growth means multiplying team output, not adding personal sales. He outlines repeatable systems, tight numbers tracking, and structured playbooks that let agents replicate top performers, freeing agencies from depending entirely on their principal’s individual production.
REINSW asks why landlords still pay for Centrepay rent fees
NSW banned credit card surcharges from 1 October 2026, yet REINSW says government still charges landlords $0.99 per Centrepay rent payment, mandatory for agents to offer. CEO Tim McKibbin calls this hypocritical, likening it to third-line forcing, and estimates the scheme could net government nearly $4.9 million annually from renters.
Bronte through and through – David Tyrrell of Ray White Phillips & Co
David Tyrrell, Ray White Phillips & Co agent and lifelong Bronte local, brings deep community roots and 18 years of real estate experience to Sydney’s eastern suburbs market. With his latest listing, 160D Macpherson Street, heading to a $10 million auction, Tyrrell discusses Bronte’s unique appeal, buyer’s agent influence, and navigating property cycles since the GFC.
Privacy and serenity trump parking for Como waterfront buyers
Rhiff Larkings has sold a five-bedroom tidal waterfront house at 5A Central Avenue, Como, for $1.8 million despite the property having no vehicle access, proving
Family ties secure $1.24m off-market sale in Tarneit’s growth corridor
Kunal Singh has sold a four-bedroom house at 18 Monfretto Avenue, Tarneit, for $1.24 million off-market, leveraging his buyer database to match an emotionally connected
Cara Schwartz returns to Harcourts, joins Pinnacle team
Cara Schwartz has rejoined Harcourts, joining Harcourts Pinnacle as a residential sales agent after building her own career independently. Named Queensland’s Rising Star of the Year by the REIQ in 2023, Cara reunites with managing director Johnny Linn, drawn by shared values around team culture, support and growth within the Harcourts Pinnacle network.
Pre-market strategy delivers seven-day sale and two more Newstead listings for Bradley Philbrick
Bradley Philbrick has sold 20 Helen Street in Newstead, Tasmania, for $760,000 via private treaty after seven days on market — a result built on
Gary Gaurav launches C21 Aspire Group in Brisbane’s north
Gary Gaurav has launched C21 Aspire Group, bringing Century 21’s global brand to Brisbane’s northern corridor. With offices in Albany Creek, North Lakes and Narangba, and a new Fitzgibbon location opening soon, the group pairs emerging agents with seasoned professionals, focusing on trust, community and long-term value over transaction volume.
Donations to double for one day in A Night Without Home
On Thursday 1 October 2026, donations to A Home for All Foundation’s A Night Without Home campaign will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $75,000 by First AML, REI Astra and Bunnings. Double Donation Day runs for 24 hours ahead of World Homelessness Day, helping fund long-term solutions for Australians experiencing homelessness and housing insecurity.
Leah Kirk to take over Ray White Whyalla
Whyalla-born Leah Kirk will take over Ray White Whyalla next month as owners Darren Sherriff and Prue Duka retire. With 13 years of real estate experience, Leah plans to boost sports sponsorships, charity involvement, and auction options, while husband Jamie joins as auctioneer, building on the agency’s strong local legacy.
Charmaine Budd takes over Ray White Port Augusta
Charmaine Budd has been named principal of Ray White Port Augusta, succeeding Darren Sherriff and Prue Duka as the office becomes a standalone business separate from Ray White Whyalla. After nine years with the agency, Budd plans to strengthen her team, expand marketing and technology use, and deepen community involvement while maintaining the office’s reputation for honest, local service.
Josh Wilson and Tara Apps launch Belle Property Echuca Moama
Belle Property has opened its newest office in Echuca Moama, led by local agents Josh Wilson and Tara Apps. With dual licences across Victoria and NSW, the pair bring over a decade of combined real estate experience, aiming to blend local knowledge with Belle Property’s national brand to serve the growing regional market.
International investors pile into London property as bulk deals near £80m
An Asian hospitality investor has bought nine apartments at The Pembridge in Notting Hill for almost £11 million, marking one of London’s largest single rental investment deals of 2026. Beauchamp Estates says it’s the third major bulk deal this year, totalling £80 million, as falling supply and rising rents from Middle East and US tenants reshape London’s luxury lettings market.
The spring playbook just changed – most agents haven’t noticed yet
Spring 2026 demands a new approach: data-backed pricing, proactive vendor updates, database mining over cold leads, mid-campaign adjustments, and staying ahead of compliance changes like Victoria’s reserve price rule. @realty’s tools and support help agents apply these fundamentals with the discipline today’s tougher market demands.
What top agents actually want before they’ll switch agencies
Real estate recruitment is shifting beyond salary, with top talent now prioritising leadership, career progression, culture and workplace support. Drawing on 20 years in talent acquisition, Olivia Chammas explores why agencies investing in development, onboarding and genuine employee experience are winning the battle for quality staff in today’s competitive market.
Five Queensland offices unite as Ray White Rural Condamine Group
Ray White’s top-performing Rural and Livestock business has rebranded as Ray White Rural Condamine Group, uniting five southern Queensland offices—Pittsworth, Warwick, Dalby, Chinchilla and Stanthorpe—under one identity. The 35-strong team now offers clients the Darling Downs’ largest combined database, blending local expertise with the strength of a connected, locally owned network.
Units hold their ground as affordability reshapes housing downturn
Unit prices held broadly flat nationally in September and remain 1.8 per cent higher than a year ago, while house prices fell 0.3 per cent