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INDUSTRY NEWS
Regional Australia continues to attract city dwellers despite national slowdown
Regional Australia remains a magnet for city dwellers, with 26 per cent more people moving to regional areas than those heading in the opposite direction.
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Elite Agent
Why top agents stall: the psychology of comfort over change in real estate sales
“I’ve always done it this way.” It’s the comfort phrase of countless top agents, but as sales psychologist Pancho Mehrotra of Frontier Performance points out, it’s also the biggest handbrake on future growth. What once delivered success can quietly trap even high performers in cycles of resistance, slowing results and stalling income. The psychology behind it isn’t laziness, it’s wiring.…
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Celebrity Homes
Survivor champion’s award-winning Paddington home hits the market
A luxurious six-bedroom Paddington home owned by memory coach and former Survivor contestant Anastasia Woolmer is now for sale as the family prepares to downsize.
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SUPPLIER NEWS
Cybersecurity for real estate agents: Threats, tips & insurance
Real estate agencies have become prime targets for cybercriminals seeking sensitive client data, from financial details to personal identification. As attacks through phishing, vishing and ransomware surge, these businesses face unique vulnerabilities due to mobile workforces and multiple digital platforms connecting agents, clients and contractors.
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INTERNATIONAL
Weak dirham attracts British property investors to Dubai
The falling value of the UAE dirham is creating new opportunities for British property investors looking to purchase homes in Dubai.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Average home loan projected to top $1.1m as lending recovery drags to 2036
Australia’s mortgage market faces a long road back to its Covid-era highs, with new analysis warning it may take until 2036 for lending volumes to recover - and by then the average loan could exceed $1.1 million.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Sydney Metro suburbs carry a hefty premium, but price growth trails wider market
Homes near Sydney’s Metro stations command some of the city’s steepest prices, but new data shows value growth is lagging behind more affordable suburbs.
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Thought Leaders Podcast
Edge Case Episode 1: Should Star Agents Get Special Treatment?
It’s the tension every office knows: Your top performer wants more. The team feels undervalued. Someone’s about to leave. But who should it be? Welcome to Edge Case, a new part of Thought Leaders, where we take controversial industry beliefs and properly debate them. No panel discussions where everyone agrees. No softball questions. Just structured debate with real data and…
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Movers and Shakers
Top executive Melina Cruickshank resigns from REA Group
REA Group Chief Product and Audience Officer, Melina Cruickshank, has resigned from the company.
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Celebrity Homes
Brad Pitt buys $12 million Hollywood Hills mansion
Hollywood star Brad Pitt has purchased a US$12 million ($AUD18 million) Spanish-style mansion in the prestigious Outpost Estates enclave of Hollywood Hills, adding to his impressive real estate portfolio.
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FEATURE INTERVIEWS
Peter Diamantidis’ growth formula: 7 Offices, 100+ staff by 38
At 38, Peter Diamantidis has built a western Sydney real estate empire with seven Ray White offices, more than 100 staff, 3,000 managements and 358 personal sales in the past year, all while sticking to what he calls a “no d**khead policy.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
New Zealand lifts foreign buyer ban on $5m luxury homes
New Zealand is rolling out the welcome mat for the ultra-wealthy, reopening its doors to foreign buyers at the luxury end of the property market.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Matt Micallef builds Gold Coast network with bold expansion
Ray White rising star and top-performing principal Matt Micallef has expanded his Gold Coast presence in a bold move, acquiring three established Ray White offices - Nerang, Oxenford and Canungra - as part of his growing real estate network.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Harcourts Victoria welcomes Harcourts Greater Melton
Harcourts Victoria is thrilled to announce the grand opening of Harcourts Greater Melton, bringing the signature Harcourts charm and expertise to the heart of the Greater Melton community.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Sid Arora joins RWC Queensland
RWC Queensland has announced the appointment of experienced commercial property professional Sid Arora, who joins the Brisbane CBD headquartered agency business which is led by Tom Barr.
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Movers and Shakers
Dan Dixon to lead Knight Frank Asia-Pacific capital markets
Knight Frank has appointed Dan Dixon as Head of Capital Markets, Asia-Pacific, as the firm expands its expertise for investors in the region.
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Movers and Shakers
Highland opens flagship headquarters at landmark Parc Development in Cronulla
Leading integrated real estate agency Highland has officially opened the doors to its new state-of-the-art headquarters within the transformative PARC development in Cronulla, marking a major milestone in the company’s growth journey.
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Movers and Shakers
Industrial specialists team up for Western Sydney expansion
Two specialist industrial property agencies have announced a strategic co-branded partnership that leverages more than a century of combined sales, leasing and property management expertise across Western Sydney. LJ Hooker Commercial Bankstown, a leading agency in its market for more than three decades, has rebranded to Parkside Commercial South Western Sydney, aligning with Parkside Commercial Western Sydney, which was launched…
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Movers and Shakers
Richard Trumbull joins Knight Frank in new tenant representation role
Knight Frank has appointed Richard Trumbull as Partner, Tenant Representation - Industrial, in a newly created position focused on growing the firm's industrial tenant representation offering nationally.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Network’s top property management professionals come together at REMAX Platinum Plus forum
A distinguished cohort of REMAX Australia's leading property management professionals gathered in Brisbane for the second annual Platinum Plus Property Management forum last week.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
National property listings rise, but old stock points to unrealistic pricing
Australian property listings rose in August, led by Sydney and Melbourne, but overpriced homes risk sitting unsold this spring.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Affordable housing outpaces market as first home buyer incentives fuel demand
Australia's most affordable properties are experiencing stronger price growth than typical homes, driven by government incentives and intense competition among first-time buyers entering the market.
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OPINION
How the receptionist made more money than the $1M agent last year
Michael Choi, founder of Area Specialist, presents a hypothetical scenario where a receptionist working standard hours out-earns a million-dollar real estate agent - not through commissions, but through a savvy Bitcoin investment. The story draws a sharp contrast between traditional income models and alternative wealth creation strategies, challenging real estate professionals to rethink how they build financial freedom.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Property investors exit amid rising costs, tax pressures
Australia’s rental market is under renewed pressure as fresh figures show property investors leaving in increasing numbers, stripping thousands of homes from the nation’s already stretched rental pool. Industry analysis points to rising costs, tax uncertainty and regulatory changes as key drivers of the exodus, with experts warning the trend could deepen the rental crisis if left unchecked.
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Celebrity Homes
Block townhouse returns to market with $2m price guide – 10 years after selling for $2m
A South Yarra townhouse transformed on The Block: Triple Threat is back on the market after nearly a decade, showcasing its enduring architectural appeal and premium features.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
A new era in Gladstone real estate
Two of Gladstone’s most respected and high-performing real estate agencies, Ray White Gladstone and LOCATIONS estate agents, have officially merged, bringing together nearly 60 professionals in the biggest team the region has ever seen.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Belle Property and Hockingstuart’s top performers celebrated at National Awards Night
Belle Property and Hockingstuart has honoured their highest achievers at the 2025 National Awards Nights, with more than 1500 members from across the country coming together to celebrate outstanding performance for the 2025 financial year.
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INTERNATIONAL
Canada’s condo market stumbles as retirees rethink strategy
Canada’s once-booming condo market is facing growing scrutiny as a viable retirement asset, with high inventory, falling rental yields, and shrinking unit sizes dampening investor confidence.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
NSW councils offered $200m to speed up housing approvals
NSW Government says ‘carrot and stick’ approach is speeding up development times.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Melbourne dominates PropTrack CommBank First Home Buyer Report 2025 hotspots
First-home buyer activity is rising even as affordability hits a three-decade low, with Melbourne emerging as the nation’s biggest hotspot.
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Mindset and Personal Development
Father’s Day is extra special for doting dad Scott after ‘shock’ surgery
Brisbane real estate principal Scott Darwon faces Father's Day with renewed perspective after brain tumour surgery earlier this year. The 40-year-old father of two discovered the cancer during routine health checks and now bears a 15cm scar—a permanent reminder of life's fragility and the importance of early detection.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Gold Coast overstretched: study finds city 14% beyond ‘ideal size’
The Gold Coast’s booming property market is colliding with population pressures, with a new study finding the city has outgrown its ideal size.
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INTERNATIONAL
Digital land records poised to unlock huge foreign investment in India
India’s push to fully digitise land records by December is set to streamline acquisitions, reduce disputes and attract higher levels of foreign direct investment into both residential and commercial real estate.
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Celebrity Homes
B-52s’ Kate Pierson lists quirky Woodstock cabin for sale
B-52s frontwoman Kate Pierson is parting ways with her quirky Woodstock hideaway, listing the three-bedroom cabin for $750,000 (AUD $1.1m).
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Harcourts Property Centre expands Bayside presence with new Birkdale office
Harcourts Property Centre has announced the opening of its newest office in Birkdale, marking another significant step in the company’s commitment to serving the Redlands and Bayside communities.
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