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Movers and Shakers
McGrath and Knight Frank open first dual-branded office in Tamworth
Burke & Smyth Real Estate Tamworth rebrands as McGrath Knight Frank Tamworth, combining two of Australia's strongest real estate brands to serve the New England region.
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Jack Wildermuth joins Knight Frank Australia’s student program
Brisbane Heat player Jack Wildermuth has joined Knight Frank Australia's commercial property team while continuing his cricket career with a new two-year deal.
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FEATURE INTERVIEWS
How BresicWhitney built a brand-first property platform beyond the portals
In a real estate industry that leans heavily on third-party portals, BresicWhitney has taken a different path - investing in a digital ecosystem that gives the agency full control over its brand, audience, and experience.
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PROSPECTING + LISTING
Ailo’s Ben White and Elite Agent’s Samantha McLean launch free course to guide Property Management into a new era of growth
Industry veterans Ben White and Samantha McLean launch a free five-day course guiding property management agencies toward a "Third Wave" business model focused on personalized investor experiences. "The most successful agencies are realising that exceptional, tailored service is the key to sustainable growth," says White.
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INTERNATIONAL
China’s home prices dip again in May, extending prolonged property slump
China’s property market remained under pressure in May, as fresh data showed home prices fell for a second consecutive month.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
The Agency signs new two-year deal with Hawthorn Football Club
The Agency has extended its contract as official real estate partner of Hawthorn Football Club for a further two years.
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Movers and Shakers
Belle Property Northern Beaches delivers $250K in community sponsorships
Belle Property Northern Beaches has delivered more than $250,000 in community sponsorships this financial year through its unique agent-led model that makes giving back non-negotiable.
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Donna Alexander joins Burgess Rawson as Asset Manager
Experienced commercial property professional Donna Alexander has been appointed to Burgess Rawson's national team as an Asset Manager.
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Jonny Tighe opens McGrath office in Gloucester
McGrath Estate Agents has expanded its rural NSW presence with Jonny Tighe and his wife Milly opening a new office in Gloucester, at the foothills of the Barrington Tops.
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FEATURE INTERVIEWS
Real estate leaders recognised in King’s Birthday 2025 Honours List
Several respected figures from Australia’s real estate sector have been officially recognised in the King’s Birthday 2025 Honours List, celebrating their contributions to the industry and broader community.
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Real Estate News
Energy efficiency features provide marketing opportunity for agents
A landmark study by PropTrack and CSIRO examining over one million property listings reveals a significant gap in energy efficiency reporting, despite growing consumer demand. With a third of Australians willing to pay more for energy-efficient homes primarily to reduce bills, the research points to a valuable opportunity for real estate agents to differentiate listings while highlighting the urgent need…
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FEATURE INTERVIEWS
Four decades of doing things differently: inside TOOP+TOOP’s enduring success
Most real estate agencies don’t make it to 40 - but TOOP+TOOP isn’t most agencies. From late-night signboard experiments to in-house coders and a firm “no bots allowed” policy, this Adelaide outfit has spent four decades doing things its own way. Here's how a family business turned legacy player is still rewriting the rules.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
The Agency WA accelerates growth with three strategic corporate appointments
The Agency WA is pleased to announce it has recently made three key leadership appointments as part of its next phase of strategic growth, reinforcing its position as Western Australia's leading full-service real estate firm.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Jenny Magill launches her own boutique brand ‘Magill Country Real Estate’ with @realty
Long-time real estate professional Jenny Magill, who has been part of the @realty network since 2019, has taken a major step in her career by launching her very own boutique brand, Magill Country Real Estate, with the support of OASIS powered by @realty.
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BEST PRACTICE
Five hidden costs in property management (and how to eliminate them)
Property management agencies face five hidden costs draining profits: talent turnover, manual compliance processes, growth limitations, reactive operations, and diminishing returns on expansion. With Australia needing to manage more properties with fewer staff, agencies must transform operations or risk falling behind competitors who've already embraced automation and scalability.
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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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BEST PRACTICE
Creating a workplace that people want to be in
Despite remote work capabilities, Ben Kingsberry invested in a state-of-the-art office space, believing that culture thrives where people want to be. His open-plan headquarters has become more than a workplace; it's a social hub counterbalancing industry pressures and new attracting talent.
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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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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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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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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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Movers and Shakers
Jess Hay to lead The Property Agency Melbourne
View Media Group has appointed Jess Hay as Melbourne Managing Director of The Property Agency as part of an aggressive expansion into the Melbourne developer market.
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Movers and Shakers
Rob McGregor opens One Agency Surfers Paradise
Industry veteran Rob McGregor has launched One Agency Rob McGregor Real Estate in Surfers Paradise, marking the network's seventh new office opening this year.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Robyn Agius: Giving back while building success in Mackay’s Pioneer Valley
Mackay real estate agent Robyn Agius has built a thriving business while donating $1,000 from every sale to local schools and charities. After questioning traditional commission splits, she joined Area Specialist to take control of her career and community impact. "When you're not giving half your earnings to your agency, you can help a lot of people."
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Australian Airbnb owners on alert as Spain removes 65,000 illegal listings
A landmark court ruling has forced Airbnb to remove tens of thousands of illegal tourist accommodation listings in Spain, leaving Australian short-term rental owners nervous about a potential similar crackdown.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
The hidden costs of poor commercial property management
Commercial property investors who cut corners on management are risking significant financial losses and legal complications, according to industry experts.
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FEATURE INTERVIEWS
The boutique brand that just hit $1Billion in sales
Stefanie Dobro has built one of Western Australia’s most successful boutique agencies, hitting $1 billion in sales in just five years- without the usual fanfare. As founder of White House Property Partners, she has taken a values-first approach to leadership, challenging industry norms around ego, expansion, and what success looks like.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
RBA rate cut drops — what it means for the market
The Reserve Bank of Australia has cut the official cash rate by 25 basis points, bringing it down to 3.8% in a move widely anticipated by economists.
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Movers and Shakers
Conrad Nissirios joins X Commercial as General Manager
Industry veteran Conrad Nissirios has been appointed General Manager of Agency – NSW at X Commercial as the company continues its expansion across Australia and New Zealand.
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