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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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OPINION
Why agents with 50+ sales dominate their markets, and how geography makes the difference
Ray White Chief Strategy Officer of Real Estate, Mark McLeod, says agents selling more than 50 homes a year share one clear trait: a sharp geographic focus.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Ray White United Group continues growth trajectory with seventh office
Ray White United Group has marked another major milestone officially opening the network’s newest office, Ray White Arndell Park.
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FEATURE INTERVIEWS
Spring property market heats up as auctions bounce back and vendors get realistic
Chief Auctioneer and owner of auctionWORKS, Jesse Davidson, says the slow winter is behind us, with spring delivering a clear shift in market sentiment as auctions pick up and buyers re-engage.
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Celebrity Homes
Roseanne Barr’s Hawaiian hideaway up for grabs, complete with bananas, bamboo shower and a pool slide
Comedian Roseanne Barr has put her 46-acre Hawaiian ranch on the market for US$1.95 million (AUD$3 million) after relocating to Texas, citing her age and inability to maintain the property as reasons for the sale.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Belle Property expands on the South Coast with new Mollymook and Milton office
Belle Property, one of Australia’s most respected real estate brands, is proud to announce the launch of a new office in the stunning South Coast hub of Mollymook and Milton.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Matt Sale comes home to Ray White
Ray White West End is delighted to announce the return of gun real estate agent and auctioneer Matt Sale, who has just rejoined the team after beginning his property career with the agency eight years ago.
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INTERNATIONAL
UK house prices show resilience
The UK property market is experiencing steady activity despite experts downgrading growth forecasts for the coming year.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Detached house approvals increase as multi-unit approvals decline
Detached house approvals have risen by 0.6 per cent in July 2025, while multi-unit approvals experienced a significant drop, highlighting ongoing challenges in meeting Australia's housing targets.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Housing market spike following August rate cut
Australia's housing market has responded dramatically to the August interest rate reduction, with national house prices jumping 1.3 per cent in just one month according to new data.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Harcourts Marketplace expands with new Centenary office opening
Harcourts Marketplace has announced the opening of its second office Harcourts Marketplace Centenary, based in Jindalee, marking a significant expansion for the established real estate team that has been serving Brisbane's western suburbs since 2017.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Home prices reach new record high
Australian home prices have climbed to a fresh record high, rising 0.5 per cent in August and marking eight consecutive months of growth as the housing market gains momentum.
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TECH + SOCIAL
New AI and Privacy guide makes compliance easier for businesses
Australian regulators have released new guidance clarifying how privacy laws apply to AI, offering businesses a practical roadmap for compliance while using artificial intelligence tools.
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Celebrity Homes
Tyson and Paris Fury cash in on UK seaside home
Heavyweight champion offloads six-bedroom Morecambe home for £700,000 (A$1.45m), banking a sizeable profit despite trimming the price.
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INTERNATIONAL
Ras Al Khaimah and Ajman emerge as key entry points for expat buyers
Expatriates entering the UAE property market for the first time are broadening their horizons beyond Dubai, with new data from Property Finder showing Ras Al Khaimah, Ajman and Abu Dhabi communities rising in appeal. The findings suggest a growing appetite for affordability, liveability and rental yield potential in secondary emirates - an important signal for agents, developers and investors positioning…
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INDUSTRY NEWS
High school students increasingly drawn to real estate careers
Queensland high school students are showing strong interest in real estate careers, with thousands engaging with industry representatives at recent career expos across the state.
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SUPPLIER NEWS
Australia’s real estate greats take centre stage as Homely announces the 2025 Homely Award winners
Now in its second year, the Homely Awards have generated even greater excitement, shining a spotlight on agents and agencies setting the gold standard in sales performance, vendor trust and innovative property marketing. This year saw the awards expand to include a suite of new categories including Best Luxury Campaign, more state winners for Most Trusted Agents and Best Marketing…
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Movers and Shakers
Jane Macken wins three straight at ACT awards
LJ Hooker Woden/Weston’s Jane Macken has pulled off a rare hat-trick, taking out the ACT’s Residential Salesperson of the Year for the third year running.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Ray White Victoria & Tasmania celebrates excellence at annual awards
Ray White Victoria & Tasmania has recognised its top performers at the annual awards ceremony held at the MCEC, highlighting outstanding achievements across the network for the 2024/25 year.
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Movers and Shakers
Professionals Real Estate expands with new Kallangur office
Professionals Real Estate has strengthened its presence in Queensland's rapidly growing Moreton Bay region with the opening of a new office in Kallangur, coinciding with the group's major business transformation and national rebranding.
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Movers and Shakers
LJ Hooker expands Central Coast presence with new beachside office
LJ Hooker has strengthened its foothold on the New South Wales Central Coast with LJ Hooker Budgewoi|Toukley purchasing new commercial premises and renewing its franchise agreement.
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Celebrity Homes
Silvio Berlusconi’s “bunga bunga” villa on track for record-breaking sale
The sprawling Sardinian villa that once belonged to former Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi is close to being sold for approximately €500 million (AUD$896 million) to a wealthy Arab businessman.
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PROSPECTING + LISTING
Why local connections are the future of real estate success
New data shows real estate agents deeply embedded in their communities secure significantly more business, with hyperlocal strategies yielding concrete results.
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Real Estate News
REA Group named Australia’s third best workplace
REA Group has secured Australia's third Best Workplace ranking for 2025, standing as the highest-ranked ASX-listed company and the only Australian-listed business in the top 10. The property tech leader has consistently placed in the top five since 2021, reflecting its investment in employee experience and culture.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Extra bedrooms add hundreds of thousands to Kiwi house prices
New Zealanders are paying big premiums for extra bedrooms, with new data showing national price jumps of up to 43 per cent between three and four-bedroom homes.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
HIA forecasts more than one million new homes in five years
Australia is on track to build more than one million new homes in the next five years, with forecasts lifted on the back of stronger population growth and recent government policy shifts.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Spring set to deliver property market boost as interest rates fall
The Australian property market is poised for its traditional spring revival, with the season historically delivering the strongest uplift in listings, sales and prices according to new research.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Ali Bandari: Building a real estate powerhouse in Geelong
Ali Bandari has transformed from high school graduate to real estate entrepreneur, achieving 137 property sales with Area Specialist in Geelong.
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Celebrity Homes
Historic Wedgwood showroom transformed into luxury Mayfair penthouse
A luxurious duplex penthouse with royal connections has hit the market in one of London's most prestigious neighborhoods for £10.5 million (AUD$22 million).
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OPINION
Styling versus renovating: What adds the most value before selling?
Professional styling offers homeowners a higher return on investment than pre-sale renovations, costing a fraction while significantly impacting buyer emotion and marketing appeal. For most properties, strategic styling can mask dated features, maximise perceived space, and create emotional connections- all without the delays and financial risks of major renovations.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Stephen Venn returns to Harcourts
Harcourts South Australia is thrilled to announce the return of elite sales consultant and Master Auctioneer Stephen Venn to the Harcourts Sheppard team.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Ray White raises over $50,000 for homelessness at Connect 2025 auction
Ray White has successfully raised more than $50,000 to combat homelessness through a series of charity auctions held during its Connect 2025 conference.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Housing affordability in New Zealand reaches a six-year high
Housing affordability across New Zealand has improved to its most favourable level since 2019, easing financial pressure on households despite remaining challenges in the rental market.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Housing costs drive inflation higher as CPI rises 2.8%
Australia’s inflation jumped to 2.8% in July 2025, with rising rents, power bills and building costs driving up housing pressures - putting interest rate cuts further out of reach.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
CoStar completes acquisition of Domain Holdings Australia
CoStar Group completes acquisition of Domain Holdings Australia, expanding its presence in the property marketplace sector.
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