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Movers and Shakers
Mat Steinwede and Jaimie Woodcock expand to Newcastle
McGrath Estate Agents' first-ever franchise partners Mat Steinwede and Jaimie Woodcock are extending their reach by opening their 10th office, McGrath Newcastle, marking the network's 150th office across the East Coast.
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Movers and Shakers
Jonny Tighe opens McGrath office in Gloucester
McGrath Estate Agents has expanded its rural NSW presence with Jonny Tighe and his wife Milly opening a new office in Gloucester, at the foothills of the Barrington Tops.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Strong business partnership built on friendship
Ray White Walkerville, a prominent name in South Australia’s real estate industry, has announced a significant milestone in its amalgamation with Ray White St Peters.
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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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TECH + SOCIAL
Why 2025 Is the Year to Start Using Video Marketing Tools in Your Real Estate Business
Looking for real estate marketing solutions? Discover the power of video marketing and explore the best real estate tools for agents.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Harcourts Rata & Co put the boss on ice for a great cause
Harcourts Rata & Co turned the fundraising heat up and the temperature down as they took on the Big Freeze 11 to fight motor neurone disease (MND).
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Celebrity Homes
Richard Simmons’s iconic LA estate lists for US$7 million one year after his death
One of Hollywood’s most recognisable fitness personalities, the late Richard Simmons, is making headlines once more—this time in real estate. The colourful Neoclassical estate he called home for over 40 years has just hit the market for USD $7 million (approx. AUD $10.5 million), offering a rare glimpse inside the private world of a man who helped millions get moving.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
India’s infrastructure investment boom reaches new heights
India is experiencing a significant surge in infrastructure investment across real estate, renewables, and roads sectors, with nearly ₹17.5 lakh crore expected to be deployed over the current fiscal year and the next.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
NSW introduces landmark affordable housing reforms
The NSW government is implementing sweeping reforms to regulate affordable housing across the state, addressing significant loopholes in the current system.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Property listings rise in May but remain below last year’s levels
New property listings across Australia increased 7.6 per cent in May compared to April, as the market rebounded following the Easter and Anzac Day holiday period,
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Celebrity Homes
Stuntman to the stars lists beachfront family retreat
Veteran Australian stunt co-ordinator and director Jimmy Christiansen has listed his coastal sanctuary at Oak Beach, near Port Douglas, after relocating to the Gold Coast with his family for work commitments.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Local buyers step up as global property markets reset
As global governments tighten tax rules and investment restrictions, a clear trend is emerging across international real estate: local buyers are taking the lead where offshore interest once dominated. In both London and Australia, this shift is unlocking rare opportunities in high-end postcodes, reshaping the playbook for agents and developers alike.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
National mean dwelling price tops $1 Million for the first time
Australia’s residential property market has hit a new milestone, with the national mean dwelling price surpassing $1 million for the first time.
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SUPPLIER NEWS
Pets in rentals: barking mad or purr-fectly reasonable?
EBM RentCover Managing Director Sharon Fox-Slater, believes pet-related damage, shouldn’t be a cause for concern if landlords have appropriate insurance in place.
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FEATURE INTERVIEWS
Real estate’s straight shooter: Paul Neshausen on money, marketing, and saying what others won’t
After walking away from a high-paying corporate role with no backup plan, Paul Neshausen didn’t just change careers, he reinvented himself entirely. With no experience in real estate and no listings to his name, he backed his instincts, ignored industry cliches, and landed one of the most extraordinary first clients you’ll ever hear about. Now, he’s Barfoot & Thompson’s top-performing…
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Rental relief as prices drop across Sydney suburbs
Sydney's rental crisis is showing signs of easing with more than a third of suburbs experiencing drops or freezes in rental prices over the past year.
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Celebrity Homes
Audrey Hepburn’s former Hollywood home hits market at US$10.9 million
A historic Brentwood property once rented by iconic actress Audrey Hepburn has been listed for sale at US$10.895 million after being held by the same owners for more than three decades.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Half of Australians want household batteries with solar systems
Australia is experiencing a battery boom with one in two Australians looking to install household batteries alongside rooftop solar systems to maximize their savings, just ahead of the Federal Government's Cheaper Home Batteries Program launch on July 1, 2025.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
US luxury real estate market cools despite rising values
The US luxury housing market is experiencing a slowdown as both buyers and sellers take a cautious approach amid the ongoing economic uncertainty.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
9 essential skills every successful real estate agent needs
In an ever-evolving property market, success in real estate isn't just about selling homes, it’s about mastering a powerful set of skills that help you stand out, build trust, and close deals with confidence.
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Mindset and Personal Development
Can anyone sell real estate?
Some careers come with a clearly defined script. Real estate isn’t one of them. One day you’re a strategist, the next a sounding board. It’s part property, part people—and every agent knows the job is far bigger than listings and contracts. It’s complex, human, and deeply personal. And that’s exactly what makes it worth doing.
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Real Estate News
The great farmland plateau: why Australia’s agricultural land boom has stalled
Australia's farmland boom has stalled at $9,600 per hectare after pandemic-era prices doubled, with growth plummeting from 25% annually to just 2%. Transaction volumes have collapsed to record lows while regional markets diverge dramatically, Western Australia surging 18.7% as New South Wales corrects by 24.4%, signaling a fundamental shift toward locally-driven rural property values.
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Ray White
The Shed that started it all – now standing proud in Adelaide
More than 120 years after Ray White opened his first auction business in a modest corrugated iron shed in Crows Nest, Queensland, that iconic starting point has been reimagined—this time in South Australia. Ray White Gawler East principal Ross Whiston has recreated the original “Shed” inside his Adelaide office, paying tribute to the brand’s humble beginnings while carving out a…
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FEATURE INTERVIEWS
Four decades of doing things differently: inside TOOP+TOOP’s enduring success
Most real estate agencies don’t make it to 40 - but TOOP+TOOP isn’t most agencies. From late-night signboard experiments to in-house coders and a firm “no bots allowed” policy, this Adelaide outfit has spent four decades doing things its own way. Here's how a family business turned legacy player is still rewriting the rules.
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Celebrity Homes
Former ‘High School Musical’ star’s LA home hits market for $4.375 million
Vanessa Hudgens's former Los Angeles residence has been listed for sale at US$4.375 million, marking the first time the property has returned to the market since the actress sold it in 2019.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
High profile agent Colin Craig returns to Ray White Lower North Shore Group
One of Mosman's most respected agents, Colin Craig, has rejoined Ray White Lower North Shore Group, marking a major win for the leading agency as it continues to strengthen its dominance in Sydney's prestige property market.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Refugee to award-winning real estate professional – Ali Reza’s incredible story
Ali Reza, winner of the National Office Administrator of the Year award at the recent Harcourts HX conference, has made his first major stride in sales, successfully selling and settling his very first property listing.
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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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FRANCHISE NEWS
Ray White announces two key promotions to drive strategy growth
Ray White has announced two significant leadership appointments that underscore the company's commitment to excellence in compliance and property management services across Australia and New Zealand.
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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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Movers and Shakers
Real estate trio launch Century 21 Connect in Adelaide’s east
Jarrah Holmes, Param Baidwan, and Daniel Carrabs have opened a new Century 21 office in Campbelltown, marking their second venture under the brand.
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Movers and Shakers
Daniel McMahon to lead Colliers Residential Sydney West expansion
Colliers Residential has established a dedicated base in Parramatta as part of its strategic expansion into Sydney's Western suburbs.
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OPINION
When buyers go quiet: Why pausing beats pitching every time
When homebuyers go quiet after inspections, it's rarely disinterest, it's decision fatigue. Modern real estate requires agents to abandon scripts and create breathing room with thoughtful questions that help overwhelmed clients articulate their feelings about potential homes.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
The Agency WA accelerates growth with three strategic corporate appointments
The Agency WA is pleased to announce it has recently made three key leadership appointments as part of its next phase of strategic growth, reinforcing its position as Western Australia's leading full-service real estate firm.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
It now costs $2.52 million to buy a luxury home
The entry price for luxury homes in Australia has surged to $2.52 million, marking a dramatic 72 per cent increase from a decade ago when premium properties started at $1.49 million, according to new research.
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