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Movers and Shakers
Coronis Group celebrates excellence at annual awards
Chermside office takes home Team of the Year at the Coronis Group 2025 Annual Awards celebration held at The Star Brisbane.
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Movers and Shakers
Jing Wang joins Professionals’ bold new era
Adelaide CBD office Professionals Adelaide City has become the latest to join the revitalised Professionals network, following the membership group's major business transformation.
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Movers and Shakers
Sam Hindmarsh appointed Head of Industrial & Retail Transaction Advisory at Colliers
Former Metcash General Manager of Property Sam Hindmarsh will join Colliers as Head of Industrial & Retail Transaction Advisory for NSW and QLD within their Occupier Services division.
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Movers and Shakers
Charlie Powell joins Apollo Auctions Sydney team
Veteran auctioneer Charlie Powell has joined Apollo Auctions as the company accelerates its strategic growth in the Sydney market.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Queensland’s new seller’s disclosure laws kick off today
Queensland’s property market is set for a major shake-up with new statutory Seller’s Disclosure laws coming into effect on 1 August 2025.
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SUPPLIER NEWS
Domain and Nearmap partner to deliver sharper insights into Australia’s property market
Domain's Home Price Guide platform integrates cutting-edge aerial imagery for more accurate, real-time property insights.
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INTERNATIONAL
Sapporo’s ¥400 billion property portfolio to be sold
Japanese brewing giant Sapporo looks to offload its flagship property assets, including Tokyo’s Yebisu Garden Place, in a multi-billion-dollar sale attracting global investor interest.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
“A demolition of regional communities”: new land laws spark alarm in Victoria
Agents warned of potential impact on property rights, land values and buyer confidence as new VicGrid bill draws sharp criticism from farming communities and legal experts.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Matt Redmond: building success in South Gippsland
Matt Redmond has found a perfect fit with Area Specialist, using his local knowledge and reputation in South Gippsland to build a thriving real estate business.
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Celebrity Homes
Robbie Williams secures $40 million Florida waterfront estate
British pop star Robbie Williams is selling up in California and relocating to Florida after purchasing a sprawling waterfront mansion in Coral Gables for US$40 million (AUD$61 million), with an additional US$5 million for furnishings.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Luxury property specialist Anna Chen returns to BresicWhitney
BresicWhitney has announced the return of respected Lower North Shore sales agent Anna Chen, in a powerful testament of the group’s ability to strengthen the careers of Sydney’s most ambitious and high-performing agents.
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SUPPLIER NEWS
An AI assistant set to transform estate agency operations
Reapit unveils RAI, an AI assistant embedded within its platform that promises to transform real estate operations by automating tasks and delivering insights in each agency's unique brand voice, all while maintaining data security and privacy.
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Celebrity Homes
Architectural desert retreat once rented by Beyoncé now for sale
A striking 2,858-acre ranch in Texas, once rented by Beyoncé, has hit the market, offering privacy, scale and star power for AUD$14.6 million.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
1 in 4 Aussie households plan to invest in property – despite broader caution
New research from Agile Market Intelligence’s Consumer Pulse survey reveals that property remains the top investment choice for Australian households, even as overall appetite for investing remains subdued.
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FEATURE INTERVIEWS
Crossing borders: How First National Real Estate Bonnici & Associates masters multi-state operations
When most real estate agents think about expansion, they consider adding staff or growing their database. William Bonnici took a different approach – he crossed state lines. The Managing Director of First National Real Estate Bonnici & Associates now operates three offices spanning Victoria and New South Wales, navigating complex regulations while building a business that turns over 250-300 properties…
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Real Estate Content
REMAX Network Inspired at Annual RMX Event
REMAX Australia's RMX25 conference gathered over 200 real estate professionals on the Gold Coast, featuring industry insights from Josh Phegan and network leaders, while officially launching the brand's refreshed look. Keynote speaker Kath Koschel delivered a powerful message on resilience and kindness as the network celebrated its top performers.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Belle Property Expands Regionally with New Office Opening in Wagga Wagga
Belle Property, one of Australia’s most respected real estate brands, is proud to announce the opening of its newest office, Belle Property Wagga Wagga, in New South Wales.
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FEATURE INTERVIEWS
From seizures to sales: Grant Turner’s return to real estate on his own terms
After a life-changing epilepsy diagnosis that threatened to derail both his career and family life, Grant Turner has made a powerful return to real estate. He’s doing it on his own terms with a renewed focus on health, family and purpose-driven success in commercial property.
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SUPPLIER NEWS
Q2 property maintenance trends are in – Tapi’s latest index reveals what’s changed
Tapi's latest Property Maintenance Index offers property managers nationwide cost benchmarks and seasonal insights, from plumbing repairs averaging $181-$350 to structural maintenance trends. The free quarterly report helps professionals justify costs, plan budgets, and educate landlords with data-backed expertise.
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Celebrity Homes
NFL linebacker Shaq Thompson lists custom Charlotte home for $10.7 million
Former Carolina Panthers linebacker Shaq Thompson has put his custom-built Charlotte home on the market for US$10.7 million ($AUD 16 million) as he relocates to Buffalo following a team change.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Ray White On Point Realty Group launches in Omaha, Matakana and Point Wells
Ray White New Zealand is proud to welcome Ray White On Point Realty Group to its ever-growing network, servicing the picturesque coastal communities of Omaha, Matakana and Point Wells.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Jellis Craig expands footprint across Whitehorse with strategic office acquisition
Premium real estate agency Jellis Craig has expanded its footprint across the sought-after eastern suburbs, with Director Hugh Francis and his team joining Jellis Craig Whitehorse.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
US home sales slump as prices reach record highs
Sales of previously owned homes in the United States have fallen to their lowest levels since September last year, while median home prices have simultaneously hit an all-time high.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
WA maintains economic dominance for fourth straight quarter
Western Australia has retained its position as Australia's top-performing economy for the fourth consecutive quarter.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Industry calls for tax cuts on housing
The Housing Industry Association (HIA) is calling on Treasurer Jim Chalmers to put housing at the centre of the upcoming Economic Reform Roundtable.
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INTERNATIONAL
Refurb boom in London as eco demand outpaces supply
Financial firms drive uptake of sustainable office upgrades amid scarcity of premium space.
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PROSPECTING + LISTING
The spring before Spring: why now is the time to coil, not coast
As the midyear chill sets in and many agents slip into cruise control, the top performers know better. Winter isn’t the time to wind down, it’s the time to wind up. Shane Kempton, CEO of Harcourts WA, says agents shouldn’t wait for Spring to bring momentum; they should be creating it now.
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Ray White
Ray White’s auction stars for 2024-25
Ray White celebrates its auction excellence with 110 members named to the prestigious Tony Fountain recognition program, honoring agents who conducted at least 40 auctions with a 50% clearance rate. From Brisbane's Ethan Petrie with 152 auctions to Perth's Vivien Yap breaking records, these specialists demonstrate why auctions remain central to the company's market leadership.
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Celebrity Homes
Historic Bette Davis estate property hits market for US$15 million
A luxurious oceanfront estate built on the former property of Hollywood legend Bette Davis has been listed for US$15 million (AUD$23 million) in Cape Elizabeth, Maine.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
NSW housing pipeline expands with 10,800 new homes
The New South Wales government has declared 30 additional major housing projects as State Significant Development (SSD), potentially adding more than 10,800 new homes to the state's housing pipeline.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Tying the knot versus cutting ties: marriage and divorce trends hint at property market movements
Latest ABS data shows a rise in marriages and a dip in divorces, pointing to shifts in housing demand as newlyweds enter the market and fewer couples split assets.
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Elite Agent
Time is Money: Kirstin Dunn’s Approach to AI Implementation That Saves 17+ Hours Weekly
TL;DR: Kirstin Dunn founded Semple Property Group from her dining room table in 2013, scaling it to more than $54 million through traditional relationship-building and exceptional service. But when AI emerged as a viable business tool, she approached it the same way she approached scaling her business: with strategic experimentation, transparent communication, and an unwavering focus on time optimisation. In…
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SUPPLIER NEWS
Unlocking Growth: How Agents Are Winning in Today’s Market
New report reveals lead generation remains the top challenge for real estate agents, with nearly half struggling to find quality prospects. As technology reshapes the industry, successful agents aren't working harder, they're leveraging better systems and agency support to nurture leads and stand out from competitors.
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FEATURE INTERVIEWS
Community is currency
While others chase clicks and cold leads, @realty MD, JJ Taylor, says the agents who win are the ones who show up - consistently, locally, and with intent. He highlights why community is still the most powerful tool in real estate, and how genuine relationships drive long-term success.
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Celebrity Homes
Ellen DeGeneres lists UK farmhouse
Celebrity couple Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi have put their sprawling UK farmhouse on the market for US$30 million (AUD$45 million) just one year after purchasing the property.
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