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SUPPLIER NEWS
iD4me partners with REIP to deliver real-time property intelligence to agents
Data intelligence platform iD4me has announced a new partnership with Real Estate Industry Partners (REIP), a move that is set to lift industry standards and streamline the way agents access property information.
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Celebrity Homes
Cricket legend Michael Clarke lists luxury mansion for over $20m
Australian cricket legend Michael Clarke has put his Vaucluse mansion on the market with price expectations exceeding $20 million, as he upgrades to a larger property in the same exclusive Sydney suburb.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Income-generating homes set to drive property values higher
Homes equipped with energy-generating technology could soon deliver financial returns to owners, potentially driving property values higher as buyers recognise their economic benefits.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Property Council welcomes boost to social and affordable housing
The Property Council of Australia has welcomed the third round of the Housing Australia Future Fund (HAFF), which will deliver more than 21,000 new social and affordable homes across the country.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
More than half of US homes losing value despite long-term equity gains
More than half of American homes have lost value over the past year, reaching the highest level of declining home values since 2012.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Harcourts Premium Group celebrates grand opening in Adelaide’s most prestigious suburbs
Harcourts Premium Group has officially opened its doors, marking a significant new chapter for luxury real estate in South Australia.
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National
Housing affordability hits record lows across Australia
Australia's housing affordability has reached unprecedented lows, with three of four key national indicators hitting record highs in 2025, signaling both buying and renting have become unsustainable for many Australians.
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Agent Stories
Database strategy drives seven offers on Lake Macquarie family home
Lisa Borstel of Raine & Horne Belmont guided 10 Melanie Close through a 21-day private treaty campaign that attracted over 100 inquiries, demonstrating the power of comprehensive database marketing in the Lake Macquarie region. Campaign strategy The single-level brick-and-tile house with a double garage on a 645-square-metre block, with a mezzanine level, was initially guided at $1 million to $1.1…
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INTERNATIONAL
US home turnover drops to 30-year low
The United States is experiencing its lowest home turnover rate since the 1990s, with only 28 of every 1,000 homes changing hands so far this year, according to Redfin. Chief economist Daryl Fairweather warns, “It’s not healthy for the economy that people are staying put,” as fewer households feel able or motivated to relocate in a labour market marked by…
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Celebrity Homes
Tech CEO sells Manhattan apartment after kiss-cam scandal
A married tech executive who became infamous in a viral kiss-cam video has sold his New York apartment following the scandal that cost him his job.
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NSW Real Estate News
NSW strata laws receive final overhaul to benefit 1.2 million residents
The NSW Minns Labor Government has introduced its fourth and final strata reform bill to Parliament, completing an ambitious modernisation program that will benefit more than 1.2 million people living in strata properties across the state.
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FEATURE INTERVIEWS
The real estate office of 2026: Why the industry is moving toward centralised, support-led platforms
As operational demands rise and new agents enter the profession without traditional back-office experience, agencies are beginning to shift away from small, standalone offices. A growing number are moving toward centralised platforms that provide specialist support, real-time data and the infrastructure needed to help agents focus on client work. Highland Property’s approach offers a view of how the industry is…
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Real Estate News
A record 13 million Australians turn to realestate.com.au
Realestate.com.au reached more than 13 million Australians in October, with new Ipsos data showing the platform achieved its highest-ever audience, visits and logged-in membership. Users spent an average of 38 minutes on the site, and app activity climbed to 69.3 million visits for the month. General Manager of Audience and Marketing Sarah Myers said the results highlight the strong role…
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Real Estate News
Elite Agent Launches ‘Ailsa’: The AI Journalist Transforming Sales Results Into Authority Assets
Elite Agent has announced the launch of Ailsa, a conversational AI journalist designed to solve a dual challenge for the real estate industry: the scarcity of time for content creation and the growing need for verified digital authority. For many agents, the details of a difficult sale or a record-breaking campaign are often lost as focus shifts immediately to the…
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Elite Agent
Is Company Culture Overrated? (Do Results Matter More Than ‘Vibes’?)
In boardrooms around the world, executives invest millions in team-building retreats and quirky office perks while shareholders ask just one thing: “Show us the results.” It’s the classic tension of modern business. On one side, the “wellness” movement is pushing for psychological safety and connection. On the other hand, the cold, hard reality of the profit and loss. When ruthless,…
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OPINION
Clear goals, proof points and maintaining authenticity – leading through change in the real estate industry
Real estate veteran Belinda Sinclair shares how industry leaders can navigate today's shifting landscape through clear goal-setting, data-driven decisions, and authentic customer relationships. "Change will never feel impossible if you approach it with an open mindset.
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VIC Real Estate News
‘It just stinks of imbalance’: Andy Reid says proposed Victorian reserve-price laws miss the mark
Victoria’s proposal to mandate early disclosure of reserve prices has drawn sharp criticism from auctioneer Andy Reid, who says the move was presented as if already decided and risks creating an uneven playing field. He argues the plan targets owners, overlooks buyer behaviour and adds fresh confusion to an already strained market.
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OPINION
The future is arriving faster than real estate thinks
Futurist and innovation strategist Nikki Greenberg outlines the forces reshaping real estate, from the redesign of cities to the digitisation of buildings. With technology, climate priorities and Gen Z changing how people live, work and transact, the sector is entering a period of rapid change. This feature breaks down the lessons real estate professionals need to apply now to stay…
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Celebrity Homes
Channel 7 newsreader Mark Ferguson sells Southern Tablelands estate for $8.5 million
Channel 7 newsreader Mark Ferguson and his wife Jayne have sold their livestock estate in the NSW Southern Tablelands for $8.5 million, quadrupling their initial investment.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Thanksgiving hosting influences home buying decisions
More than half of Americans consider Thanksgiving hosting capabilities when searching for a new home, with younger generations leading this trend.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Temporary migrants face severe housing challenges
Temporary visa holders are experiencing significant housing stress with little government support, despite making up more than 10 percent of Australia's population.
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Movers and Shakers
Nicholas Loftus to lead Coronis Aspley
Top-performing agent Nicholas Loftus has joined the Coronis Group and will be opening his own agency, Coronis Aspley.
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Movers and Shakers
Ned Walter joins Knight Frank’s Investment Sales team in Adelaide
Knight Frank has appointed Ned Walter as Sales and Leasing Executive in its Adelaide office, bolstering the Investment Sales team to four members.
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Movers and Shakers
Alison Rogers launches Century 21 Stellar Group in Hobart
Century 21 Australia has expanded its Tasmanian footprint with the opening of Century 21 Stellar Group in Hobart, led by Alison Rogers and Hannah Katz.
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Movers and Shakers
Emma Craig acquires Professionals Edge Hill
At just 28, Emma Craig has become Professionals' youngest female principal after acquiring the well-established North Queensland agency Professionals Edge Hill.
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Movers and Shakers
Ellis Schofield: Market knowledge drives success in Frankston
Ellis Schofield's obsession with market data and negotiation skills has helped him build a thriving real estate business in Melbourne's Frankston area, where he now enjoys greater freedom and higher earnings after joining Area Specialist.
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Real Estate News
Home prices to hit new highs in 2026 as first-home buyer demand intensifies: Domain
New forecasts suggest house prices will keep rising across the capitals in 2026, with first-home buyers, investors and renters all facing another year of tough competition.
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LEADERSHIP
The simple question transforming how leaders work
Many leaders still operate from the boardroom down, convinced they already know what their teams and business partners need. According to Harcourts NSW CEO Andrew McCulloch, that mindset is a fast route to becoming irrelevant. Real progress begins by asking a simple, direct question: What do you want?
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WA Real Estate News
WA named nation’s strongest home building market after decade-long climb
Western Australia has taken out the top spot on the HIA Housing Scorecard for the first time since 2014, with strong population growth and a lift in detached, multi-unit and renovation activity driving the state’s rise. Industry leaders say the result reflects four years of rebuilding capacity, though continued investment, skilled migration and infrastructure delivery remain essential to maintain momentum.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
European property market gains momentum as interest rates fall
Europe's housing market is experiencing renewed momentum in 2025, with falling interest rates and persistent supply shortages driving prices higher across the continent.
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Celebrity Homes
Entertainment legend Mary Lopez lists stunning oceanfront haven
Australian entertainment pioneer Mary Lopez AM is selling her beloved oceanfront sanctuary at Culburra Beach after two decades of ownership.
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Agent Stories
Killarney Vale agent turns challenging sale into dual-title win
Louise Hackmann marketed 11A Hume Boulevard, a three-bedroom house with one bathroom and single garage on a 352-square-metre block, using expressions of interest to gauge buyer appetite before committing to a price strategy. The property had previously been listed by the owner, and an in-place tenant required careful coordination throughout the campaign. “We just had to think outside the square…
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FRANCHISE NEWS
First National Foundation selects Rizeup Australia as its principal charity partner
First National Real Estate has confirmed that the First National Foundation has made RizeUp Australia its official national sponsorship, uniting the country’s largest cooperative network of independent real estate agencies with a charity dedicated to rebuilding the lives of individuals and families fleeing domestic and family violence.
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SUPPLIER NEWS
Domain surges ahead as Australians embrace a fresh alternative in property search
Domain platforms achieve record 55.1 million visits in October 2025, outpacing competitors with 46% year-on-year growth as CoStar Group ownership drives momentum. The company will remove all third-party advertising starting December, setting a new industry standard for cleaner property listings.
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National
Student housing pipeline expands as federal policy links visas to new beds
Australia’s student housing pipeline has reached 40,000 beds as new federal rules tie international enrolments to accommodation supply, though Victoria’s tax settings remain a major barrier.
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