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FRANCHISE NEWS
Jellis Craig unveils new brand identity after 11 years
Premium real estate agency Jellis Craig has unveiled its new brand, revealing a refined visual identity that will celebrate its reputation while hailing in the next era of its evolution.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Michelle Rocks appointed Property Operations Manager at Harcourts Queensland
Harcourts Queensland has announced that Michelle Rocks has been appointed as their new Property Operations Manager.
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Celebrity Homes
Liam Neeson’s NYC home finds buyer after price reduction
Actor Liam Neeson has found a buyer for his sprawling Upper West Side Manhattan home after lowering the asking price to US$10.75 million (AUD$16.5 million).
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BEST PRACTICE
Real estate reform or just red tape?
If it feels like the rulebook’s getting heavier, you’re not imagining it. From tighter eviction laws to minimum standards and new training requirements, legislation is hitting fast -and changing how PM's work. Whether it’s reform or just more red tape, one thing’s clear: property management is under the spotlight like never before.
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Real Estate Agent Events
Register Now: Real Estate Marketing Masterclass with Tom Panos
Australia's leading real estate coach Tom Panos offers a free virtual masterclass revealing how top agents leverage marketing, technology and personal branding to win clients. The July 2025 session promises practical strategies for digital-first prospecting and building trust in a competitive market.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Zillow accuses Compass of ‘Hidden Listing Scheme’ in new court filing
Zillow rejects Compass’ call for an injunction, accusing the brokerage of limiting transparency through private listing tactics.
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Movers and Shakers
Magain Real Estate unveils rebrand for 50th anniversary
South Australian agency Magain Real Estate has launched a refreshed brand identity to celebrate 50 years of service, returning to its roots while embracing the future.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Ray White Canberra announces new Joint Managing Directors
Ray White Canberra has announced the appointment of Jake Battenally and Alec Brown as its new Joint Managing Directors for the Residential business.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Harcourts Connect celebrates milestone 100,000th customer with special surprise
Harcourts Connect, powered by Connectnow, has reached an incredible milestone of helping 100,000 Harcourts customers move into their homes, making the often-stressful process of settling in far simpler and smoother.
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Movers and Shakers
Paul Roberts named CEO of Savills Australia and New Zealand
Savills has appointed Paul Roberts as its new Chief Executive Officer for Australia and New Zealand, alongside Ben Schubert as Head of Capital Transactions and Advisory.
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Movers and Shakers
Michael Orehek joins Urban Real Estate Box Hill
Experienced sales agent Michael Orehek has been appointed as Residential Sales Manager at Urban Real Estate, strengthening the group's presence in Box Hill.
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Movers and Shakers
Yiran Zeng joins Raine & Horne to fast-track growth
Northern Sydney independent Frankada Property Group has rebranded as Raine & Horne Ryde as Principal Yiran Zeng looks to expand sales and property management services.
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Movers and Shakers
John Talbot to lead Elders’ commercial real estate expansion
Elders has appointed John Talbot as Head of Commercial Real Estate as the company looks to expand its footprint in the commercial property sector.
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Movers and Shakers
Benjamin McDonald named first-ever CSO at Raine & Horne
Benjamin McDonald has been appointed as the first-ever Chief Strategy Officer at Raine & Horne, as the real estate super brand focuses on business transformation and long-term growth.
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Celebrity Homes
Justin Bieber’s futuristic ‘Salad Spinner’ mansion gets major price cut
A distinctive glass mansion once rented by Justin Bieber has received a significant price reduction, now asking US$31.99 million ($49 million) after being cut by approximately US$3 million from its original listing price.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
The overlooked home details that can derail a purchase
Agents are being urged to remind buyers about simple but often forgotten pre-purchase checks that can prevent major issues later.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
New home sales lift to highest levels in three years
New detached home sales have reached their highest level in almost three years, with the Housing Industry Association attributing the increase to recent interest rate cuts, strong employment figures and competitive end-of-financial-year builder incentives.
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Elite Agent
The Third Wave: Ben White on Turning Compliance into Profit and Culture into Growth
TL;DR: Ailo co-founder Ben White reveals why property management’s future isn’t about collecting rent – it’s about becoming the essential service provider for entire communities. From turning compliance into profit centres to why your property managers should earn 50% more, this conversation challenges everything you think you know about running a modern property management business. There’s a moment that changes…
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Karen Turner: A top agent’s journey to boutique brand success
In 2018, seasoned Terry Hills agent Karen Turner made a bold decision to join the @realty network. She was looking for more than just another agency, she wanted the freedom to run her business on her own terms, access to cutting-edge technology, and most importantly, a higher commission structure that rewarded her hard work.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Lauren Wild: Building success through community connections
Lauren Wild has always understood the power of community, and it's this approach that has helped her build a thriving business in Mornington.
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Celebrity Homes
Pro golfer Pat Perez lists luxury Arizona mansion for US$10.9 million
Professional golfer Pat Perez is selling his extensively renovated Scottsdale mansion, featuring a custom-designed sneaker room that once housed his collection of 1,000 Nike Air Jordans.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
NZ property sales strengthen while high listings keep prices in check
Property sales activity in New Zealand has continued to strengthen, with volumes holding above average levels for the third consecutive month.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
NSW launches $1 housing designs with 10-day approvals
The NSW Government has released $1 architect-designed housing templates with a ten-day approval process to boost supply and cut planning delays.
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Video of the Week
How to stay ambitious without burning out
Ambition might get you into the industry. But without boundaries, it won’t keep you there. That’s the warning TED speaker Tarveen Forrester wants professionals to take seriously.
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SUPPLIER NEWS
Unlocking peak performance: Can a real estate coach really help you list and sell more?
@realty has appointed a full-time in-house performance coach to help agents stay consistent, focused, and results-driven in any market. The role comes with access to an intensive 8-week Bootcamp, offered at no cost to agents.
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FEATURE INTERVIEWS
Spring surge or missed opportunity? Matt Lahood’s insider advice to win the season before it starts
Spring might get all the hype in real estate circles, but success in the season isn’t just about daffodils blooming or daylight saving returning. According to The Agency CEO, Matt Lahood, if you want to make the most of this high-stakes window, it comes down to one thing: preparation. Those who start early, educate their vendors, and time their campaigns…
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Celebrity Homes
‘Your Friends & Neighbors’ star lists charming NYC apartment
After four years in their Gramercy Park “oasis,” actor Elan Zafir and his family are saying goodbye to their NYC sanctuary, listing a character-filled co-op with history, light, and charm for US$800K (A$1.2M).
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Belle Property strengthens foothold in Broome with new commercial office
Australia’s leading lifestyle real estate brand, Belle Property, is thrilled to announce it is increasing its real estate services in Broome, WA, with the opening of Belle Property Commercial Broome.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
UK government plans to ban ‘Upward-Only’ rent reviews in new commercial leases
The UK government has proposed a major shift in commercial leasing, moving to ban upward-only rent reviews in new leases across England and Wales.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
RBA proposes ban on card surcharges, lower merchant fees: what it could mean for real estate businesses
The Reserve Bank of Australia is proposing sweeping changes to the way card payments are handled in Australia - these changes could directly impact how real estate businesses process transactions, from rent and bond payments to deposits and service fees.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Renters willing to pay more for energy-efficient homes
Australian renters are open to paying higher rent for energy-efficient features despite facing significant barriers to adoption, according to a new report.
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Mindset and Personal Development
Forget the RBA: This is the only ‘interest rate’ that really grows your real estate business
While the industry obsesses over interest rate movements from the RBA, Harcourts Australia CEO Adrian Knowles says there’s another rate that has an even bigger impact on your success.
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SUPPLIER NEWS
Reapit rebrand brings real estate agency technology together in one platform
One login. One end-to-end ecosystem. One platform to power smarter growth for all agencies
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Modular construction emerges as solution to Australia’s housing cost crisis
Modular construction methods could significantly reduce building costs and timeframes as Australia grapples with ongoing housing affordability challenges, despite a recent cooling in construction inflation.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
UK country house market sees uptick as prices fall
Sales of expensive country houses in the UK are showing signs of recovery as lower prices tempt buyers back to the rural property market after an extended slump.
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