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INDUSTRY NEWS
Western Australia has the strongest economy but Queensland’s rising
Western Australia has retained its position as Australia's best-performing economy for the second consecutive quarter, while Queensland has climbed to share second place.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Industry faces critical anti-money laundering compliance deadline
Australia's real estate industry must prepare for significant regulatory changes as the government introduces mandatory anti-money laundering reforms with a fast-approaching deadline.
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Mindset and Personal Development
The secret ingredient missing from most real estate brands
In real estate, success is not just about transactions — it is about the experiences we create. Katrina Tarrant shared a moment where celebrity chef Manu Feildel remarked, "Food tastes better when you’re happy." It is a simple truth that reminded her how happiness shapes the way we experience everything — including the way clients experience us.
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Elite Agent
How to build a high performance business with Andrew McCulloch
Today we’re proud to release the first episode of our brand new podcast “Thought Leaders”. In this episode, Samantha McLean goes in depth with Andrew McCulloch, former CEO of Ray White NSW/ACT turned business owner of Ray White Shore Group. Andrew McCulloch is a master of real estate transformation. He’s spent his career understanding what makes high-performing agencies tick—first as a…
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BEST PRACTICE
Belief, structure, and strategic growth
For Michelle Champion, director of Champions of Real Estate in Cairns, sustainable success required more than ambition. It meant shaking off her "small town syndrome" and shifting from reactive day-to-day operations to leading with strategy and vision.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Fresh energy for RWC Robina
RWC Robina is proud to welcome respected commercial property expert Richard McCouaig to lead the relaunch of its commercial division, bringing a fresh wave of energy, knowledge, and experience to the Gold Coast's ever-evolving property market.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Former A-League Goalkeeper Adam Pearce kicks off career in real estate with Harcourts
Adam Pearce, a former professional goalkeeper with over seven years in the A-League and time spent as part of the Central Coast Mariners, has made a bold career pivot from football to real estate.
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Celebrity Homes
Luxury meets rock legacy: Gene Simmons’ Beverly Hills house hits the market
Rock legend Gene Simmons is ready to part with his ultra-modern Beverly Hills home — but only to the right buyer. Listed at $13.995 million (approx. AUD $21.5 million), the sleek hillside property offers smart-home features, city-to-ocean views, and a clear warning: “No schmucks.”
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Housing taxes and regulations hindering federal affordability measures
State government taxes and regulations are threatening to undermine federal efforts to improve housing affordability.
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AI Tips and Tricks
Stop letting social media engagement go to waste
You can post all day, but likes and shares alone will not grow your business. Without a clear way to collect your followers' details, you're missing the real opportunity: building a database you own. The simple fix? Create a valuable lead magnet that turns casual followers into email subscribers – and with a little AI help, you can set it…
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Mindset and Personal Development
Before you chase your next listing, ask yourself these 9 questions
Success in real estate isn’t just about listings, calls, and deals - it’s also about reflection. Luke Evans, General Manager of Sales NSW/ACT for The Agency, says the agents who grow the fastest are the ones who stop and ask themselves the hard questions. From whether your listing presentation is still cutting it, to how well you're managing your time…
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Thought Leaders Podcast
Introducing our new podcast: Thought Leaders – Real Estate Reimagined
What’s inside (2 min): Why Elevate is evolving into Thought Leaders Sneak peek of tomorrow’s debut guest How to watch the new video show on YouTube Links & Resources 🔗 Subscribe on YouTube ➜ 🔗 Follow us on LinkedIn ➜ Connect Host: Samantha McLean – @samanthamclean on Linkedin, Instagram and X
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AI Tips and Tricks
Make your market updates more valuable (in less time)
Anyone can rattle off market stats. What your clients really want is your take—what the numbers mean for them, their home, and their next move. Here is a simple, time-saving prompts to write market updates people actually read—and maybe even reply to.
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TECH + SOCIAL
Arcanite Group: the tech-driven revolution transforming new development sales
In a sector long burdened by drawn-out sales timelines and outdated marketing tactics, Arcanite Group is emerging as a strategic solution for developers seeking speed, precision, and scale. More than just a proptech platform, Arcanite fuses artificial intelligence, virtual reality, and a powerful agent network into a single operating system designed specifically for new development sales.
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Celebrity Homes
Jeff Bezos sells Seattle mansion for record-breaking US$63 million
Jeff Bezos has sold his waterfront Seattle-area mansion for US$63 million, setting a new record for the most expensive home sale in Washington state history.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Sydney has the most unaffordable electorates
Sydney dominates the nation's housing affordability crisis, with 12 of Australia's 20 most unaffordable electorates located in the harbour city,
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Movers and Shakers
Paul Denny opens new Raine & Horne office in The Entrance
Experienced real estate professional Paul Denny has opened a new Raine & Horne office in The Entrance, expanding his presence on the NSW Central Coast.
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Movers and Shakers
Kerry Sullivan opens Coronis Coolum
Top performing sales agent Kerry Sullivan has joined the Coronis network, opening Coronis Coolum as a partnership franchise.
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Movers and Shakers
Craig Gillard opens third LJ Hooker office in Queensland
Longstanding LJ Hooker Principal Craig Gillard has expanded his network with the opening of LJ Hooker Caboolture | Morayfield, his third office in Queensland.
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Movers and Shakers
McGrath expands with new Coolum office on Sunshine Coast
Longstanding McGrath Principals Chris Pace and Damien Michael have opened a new office in Coolum, expanding their presence in one of the world's hottest housing markets.
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Movers and Shakers
LJ Hooker Cabramatta opens new office
After almost 50 years serving the local community, LJ Hooker Cabramatta has opened a new office under the leadership of Licensee Ann Dam and Director Vincent Zhang.
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Movers and Shakers
Compass Buyers Agency welcomes Sydney agent Lee Dowdall amid strategic expansion
Lee Dowdall has joined Compass Buyers Agency in the Northern NSW and Gold Coast markets
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Lukas Pedder: From professional soccer to real estate in Mildura
Former professional soccer player Lukas Pedder has established a successful real estate business in Mildura since joining Area Specialist, growing from scratch to a team of five in less than two years.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Retirement living reforms could unlock nearly 60,000 homes
Proposed reforms to retirement living policies could release almost 60,000 homes back into the Australian housing market, helping to address the nation's housing crisis.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Rebecca Cuderman launches NGU Logan
Award-winning Queensland agent Rebecca Cuderman has launched her own business under the NGU Real Estate banner, opening the doors to NGU Logan with a strong foundation and ambitious growth plans.
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Elite Agent
ANZAC Day 2025: “Happiness is Freedom, Freedom is Courage”
This ANZAC Day, as we pause to honour courage and sacrifice, we can also draw inspiration for life and business. Through the story of a WWII veteran who served over 1,000 days overseas, we uncover powerful lessons in resilience, perspective, and mental strength — qualities every great agent, leader and business owner needs.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Kathy Sweeney focuses on growth with new BDM role
Real estate leader Kathy Sweeney reimagines the Business Development Manager role beyond growth metrics, focusing on client experience and relationship building. The award-winning broker owner, who transitioned from sports management to real estate, embodies her "never give up" philosophy while finding fulfillment in others' success.
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Celebrity Homes
Benny Blanco sells Chelsea condo below asking price
Music producer and songwriter Benny Blanco has sold his Chelsea apartment for US$3.6 million, nearly US$400,000 below the initial asking price of US$3.99 million.
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AI Tips and Tricks
Boost Your GPT Game: Master Advanced Prompting with the Mad Libbing Technique
Prompting isn’t just about asking AI a question — it’s about engineering precision. For real estate professionals using generative AI to produce reports, market commentary or listing insights, better prompts mean better results. Enter the Mad Libbing technique — a powerful yet simple framework that turns vague instructions into structured, repeatable, high-quality outputs.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
What is the impact of transport infrastructure on house prices?
Major transport projects like Sydney’s WestConnex, Melbourne’s Level Crossing Removal, Brisbane’s Cross River Rail and Perth’s Metronet are reshaping city living. Beyond cutting commute times, these upgrades are driving shifts in property values across surrounding suburbs—changing how Australians buy, sell and invest in real estate.
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Mindset and Personal Development
Coaching that clicks: Why one-size-fits-all training fails real estate agents
How do you really get through to someone? Laing+Simmons’ Angela Avgerinos says the secret is ditching the cookie-cutter approach. She unpacks how great trainers and coaches cut through the noise—and what can happen when you truly ‘get’ the person in front of you.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
New Zealand housing market finds its feet
New Zealand's housing market has found some stability following recent interest rate cuts, though experts warn there may be pressure ahead from slowing migration and international trade tensions.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Jodie Jacobson: from cancer survivor to real estate success
Jodie Jacobson survived breast cancer and then decided to chase her passion in real estate with Besser & Co.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
The ultra-rich hideaway you’ve never heard of
A tiny, secretive city in California has become a haven for billionaires and multi-millionaires seeking privacy, exclusivity and sprawling estates hidden behind gates and security guards.
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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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