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INDUSTRY NEWS
Home prices reach new record high
Australian home prices have hit a new record high in April, with the national median price rising 0.20 per cent to reach $805,000, as regional areas continue to outpace capital cities in growth.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Kiwi property market defies global trends
Despite ongoing global economic uncertainty, New Zealand’s property market has remained steady in April, with national prices holding firm and stock levels rising, according to the latest figures from realestate.co.nz.
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AI Tips and Tricks
Human-level AI has arrived, here’s what it means for real estate
Artificial Intelligence has crossed a critical threshold, with OpenAI’s o3 model demonstrating general intelligence on par with humans. This isn’t just a tech story—it’s the beginning of a shift in how we work, make decisions, and manage trust in an AI-augmented world. For the real estate industry, the emergence of human-level AI raises profound questions: How will it shape client…
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Celebrity Homes
Mel Gibson’s old Adelaide villa hits the market
A landmark Queen Anne villa in Adelaide's prestigious Unley with ties to Hollywood star Mel Gibson has been listed for sale, boasting a blend of historic charm and modern amenities.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Brent Pullar appointed as Director of Growth at Harcourts
Harcourts is proud to announce that Brent Pullar, a respected real estate veteran with over 30 years of experience, has stepped into the role of Director of Growth in Victoria.
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BEST PRACTICE
Great at sales? It doesn’t necessarily mean you’re good at business
In real estate, the progression from high-performing agent to business owner is often seen as a logical next step, achievable with a strong GCI, a Cert IV, and enough drive to back yourself. But while the barriers to entry are low, the knowledge required to build and sustain a business is anything but with limited formal education in operations, time…
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Celebrity Homes
Bachelor mansion returns to the market with $20m price tag
Fans of The Bachelor might recognise this luxurious Northern Beaches estate — but now, it is ready for a real-world love story of its own. The French-inspired Bayview mansion where Tim Robards and Anna Heinrich first met is back on the market, offering grand interiors and sweeping water views.
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AI Tips and Tricks
How to train and build a conversational AI in just 10 minutes (step-by-step guide)
Building an AI once seemed like something only tech giants could do. But with the right tools, it is surprisingly simple and fast. In less than 10 minutes, Samantha McLean created a conversational AI that could understand, respond, and even help with real estate tasks.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Premium suburbs lead the wave of knockdowns
Melbourne and Sydney are leading the knockdown and rebuild trend with over 30,000 homes approved for demolition in each city between 2019 and 2024, according to new research.
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Celebrity Homes
Kristen Bell’s ‘Nobody Wants This’ home hits the market
A Mediterranean-style Los Angeles home featured prominently in the Netflix series "Nobody Wants This" has been listed for sale at US$3.55 million following a recent price reduction.
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AI Tips and Tricks
How AI search may change everything
A new wave of AI-powered search tools is beginning to reshape how we find information online — and real estate may be one of the biggest industries affected.
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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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