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FRANCHISE NEWS
Harcourts Queensland expands with two new offices
Harcourts is proud to announce the opening of two new offices under the leadership of Clancy Adams, marking an exciting new chapter in the brand’s presence along the Sunshine Coast.
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SUPPLIER NEWS
Styling success from afar: How Style It help interstate agents transform Fraser Coast properties with ease
Mother-daughter duo transforms Fraser Coast properties remotely, offering interstate real estate agents a virtual-first styling solution that turns empty houses into coastal-inspired homes. "We're not just here to install furniture and walk away," they explain, bringing local expertise to distant property listings.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Firm growth goals lead to alignment with REMAX
Calvin Liu is an ambitious and driven operator whose clear goals and determination have led to rapid business growth in a short period.
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FEATURE INTERVIEWS
Let go to grow: Why micromanagement holds back great real estate leadership
Jarita Rayasam knows that real leadership isn’t about holding the reins tighter—it’s about knowing when to let go. As Head of Growth for LJ Hooker, she’s built high-performing teams not by micromanaging, but by empowering. She shares why letting your people lead might be the most strategic move you make.
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Celebrity Homes
Bethenny Frankel secures multi-million dollar off-market sale in Connecticut
The multimillion-dollar off-market sale of a nearly 300-year-old Connecticut estate underscores the ongoing appetite for high-end heritage properties — especially when paired with tasteful modern upgrades and media cachet.
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Celebrity Homes
Historic Drysdale estate hits the market
A rare opportunity to own a piece of Australian art history has emerged with the listing of Bouddi Farm, the former home of celebrated artist Sir Russell Drysdale and his wife Maisie.
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Celebrity Homes
Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner’s star-studded former home sells fast and above asking
Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner’s old love nest just sold for $10.8 million (AUD $16.4 million) — and it’s got more star power than a red carpet. Tucked away in Brentwood, the 1929 Montecito-style stunner comes with fireplaces galore, a guest house, secret patios, and even a film credit in Home Again.
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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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INDUSTRY NEWS
Reuse over rebuild: why the property industry is rethinking what adds value
A powerful coalition of architects, developers, planners and academics is calling for a national rethink on the way Australia approaches buildings — urging governments, investors and the property sector to prioritise the reuse of existing structures over demolishing and starting again.
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Movers and Shakers
Harcourts Foundation partners with Backpack Bed for Homeless
The Harcourts Foundation has announced a new partnership with Backpack Bed for Homeless Inc to provide immediate relief for people sleeping unsheltered across Australia.
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Celebrity Homes
Star of ‘Farmer Wants a Wife’ hits the market: historic Kurrajong estate up for auction
A romantic slice of Australian television history is officially on the market—with a starring role on Farmer Wants a Wife and more than 160 years of stories behind its walls, ‘Plynlimmon’ is now looking for its next custodian.
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FEATURE INTERVIEWS
“It’s about legacy, not just property”: Henry Wong on why Asian buyers are shaping Australia’s real estate future
Asian buyers have become a major force in the Australian property market—often purchasing without finance, competing at the top end, and thinking across generations. But tapping into this wealth requires more than just a good listing and a few translated flyers. REMAX agent Henry Wong shares what agents need to understand about family structures, cultural nuances, and the trust-based networks…
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Celebrity Homes
John Goodman’s historic New Orleans mansion hits the market for US$4.75 million
A historic mansion in New Orleans' Garden District owned by John Goodman and with connections to multiple celebrities is now on the market for US$4.75 million, offering a rare opportunity to own a piece of the city's cultural heritage.
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Movers and Shakers
Michael Sheikh opens Raine & Horne Waverley
Experienced local agent Michael Sheikh has launched Raine & Horne Waverley, servicing the prestigious Wheelers Hill and Glen Waverley markets in Melbourne's east.
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Movers and Shakers
Pino Monaco receives prestigious housing industry award
Pino Monaco has been named the 2025 recipient of the Housing Industry Association's (HIA) Sir Phillip Lynch Award of Excellence, recognizing his decades of outstanding contribution to the residential building industry.
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Celebrity Homes
Duran Duran bassist sell Los Angeles home for $7.8 million
Duran Duran bassist John Taylor and Juicy Couture co-founder Gela Nash-Taylor have sold their longtime Los Angeles residence for US$7.8 million as they prepare to relocate to the United Kingdom.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Brookfield’s US$16B bet: buying big while property crashes
Brookfield Asset Management has raised $5.9 billion (approx. A$9.1 billion) in the first quarter of 2025 for its latest global real estate fund, bringing total commitments to $16 billion (approx. A$24.6 billion). This represents the firm’s largest real estate vehicle to date and comes amid rising investor interest in distressed commercial assets.
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Celebrity Homes
Winston Churchill’s first home hits London market
Winston Churchill's former Mayfair apartment has been listed for sale for the first time in a decade, offering history enthusiasts the chance to own a significant piece of British political heritage for £3.75M (AUD $7.13 million).
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Celebrity Homes
Stately Buckinghamshire estate with Hollywood pedigree lists for $59M
A historic English estate with links to nobility, Hollywood royalty, and actual royalty has been listed for sale, offering a rare opportunity to own one of the UK’s most significant country homes with an equally grand price tag of £45 million.
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AI Tips and Tricks
Levelling up your AI assistant: better prompts get better AI answers
We’ve all done it—typed a slightly irritated question into ChatGPT like it’s a lazy assistant who’s forgotten how to be helpful. And when the answer comes back bland, we assume it’s the AI that’s underperforming. But here’s the twist: just like with any team member, if you want better results, you’ve got to give better direction.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
David Coombes opens third office in Boorowa
The market-leading team at Ray White Young and Ray White Harden in the South West Slopes region of New South Wales have officially opened the doors to the third office, Ray White Rural Boorowa.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Next step in business leads to alignment with RE/MAX
RE/MAX Australia has welcomed prominent business operators and community identities Jitendra and Sandy Deo to the network, as they rebrand their successful real estate business, DEO Realty, to RE/MAX Landmark.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
RE/MAX Australia wins in high stakes
RE/MAX announces RE/MAX Australia as Region of the Year - Asia Pacific Region.
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Movers and Shakers
Regional offices shine at Raine & Horne Queensland State Awards
Raine & Horne Gladstone and Raine & Horne Commercial Brisbane North took top honours at the Queensland State Awards, while Jason and Jacqui Read of Raine & Horne Coomera/Pimpama received the prestigious Max Raine Award.
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FEATURE INTERVIEWS
Green homes: trend or trade-off? What buyers really want
As sustainability takes centre stage in global real estate, the big question for agents is: should they be preparing for an influx of demand for green homes, or is the shift still more industry-led than buyer-driven?
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Victoria aims to become “townhouse capital” with planning reforms
Victoria is set to streamline the approval process for medium-density housing with Premier Jacinta Allan introducing a new "townhouse code" aimed at making the state Australia's townhouse capital.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
NSW Government’s Low and Mid-Rise policy to unlock 112,000 homes over five years
The Minns Labor Government’s Low and Mid-Rise housing policy is set to deliver 112,000 new homes across New South Wales over the next five years, as the second stage of the reforms comes into effect on 28 February.
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Celebrity Homes
Historic London penthouse from ‘Oliver!’ is selling for $3.54 million
A stunning penthouse in a converted warehouse that once served as a backdrop for the 1968 Oscar-winning film ‘Oliver!’ is now on the market for £1.85 million (AUD $3.54 million).
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Celebrity Homes
The luxury St Andrews golf property with iconic views and a $14m price tag
A prestigious new development overlooking the historic Swilcan Bridge at St Andrews' Old Course is set to become one of Scotland's most expensive residential properties, offering what's being called the best view in golf.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Sean Hanneberry appointed CEO of Professionals Group
Experienced business leader Sean Hanneberry has been named as the new CEO of Professionals Group to lead the major transformation of the 150-office national real estate network.
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Celebrity Homes
Former home of INXS frontman Michael Hutchence to be auctioned
A Sydney home once owned by INXS frontman Michael Hutchence has been listed for sale, with a price guide of $2.5 million ahead of its February 22 auction.
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Movers and Shakers
Amanda Becke joins McGrath’s new Coorparoo office
Leading Queensland agent Amanda Becke has joined McGrath Estate Agents as they open their newest office in Coorparoo, Brisbane.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
A new era of excellence in Melbourne’s Bayside
The powerhouse team behind Ray White Cheltenham and Mordialloc are thrilled to announce the opening of their third office in Sandringham, launching the revolutionary Ray White - The Bayside Group.
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Celebrity Homes
Ellen DeGeneres re-lists historic LA home at a discount after move to the UK
Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi have re-listed one of their last Los Angeles properties for $29.99 million (AUD $45.4 million), marking a significant price reduction from its previous listing of $33.9 million (AUD $51.4 million).
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Movers and Shakers
Antonio Licata joins LJ Hooker Group as new Strategic Growth Manager
Antonio Licata joins LJ Hooker Group as new Strategic Growth Manager
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