Movers and Shakers
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REIV board appoints Jacob Caine and Adrian Butera to lead the institute through 2026
The Real Estate Institute of Victoria (REIV) Board of Directors has reappointed respected industry leader Jacob Caine as President for 2026 and appointed Adrian Butera as Vice President.
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Coronis Bribie Island launches led by Jason Watson
Coronis Group CEO Karuna Mazzocchi has announced the launch of Coronis Bribie Island, led by Agency Director Jason Watson. The launch marks Watson’s second Coronis agency, following the success of Coronis Burpengary.
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REIQ appoints 16 Zone Chairs for 2026-27 term
The Real Estate Institute of Queensland has announced the appointment of 16 Zone Chairs who will represent Queensland's major real estate markets for the 2026-27 term, including six new representatives.
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Elders expands in Central Queensland with key acquisitions
Elders has strengthened its real estate network in Central Queensland with the acquisition of Pat O'Driscoll Real Estate and Knight Frank Rockhampton, creating a connected commercial hub across the region.
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Knight Frank expands Advisory service with three new appointments
Knight Frank has appointed Jack Murphy, Jordan Kery and Peter Pontifix to its new national Advisory service line as it continues to grow its capabilities in major project advisory.
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Laing+Simmons East Group acquires Mendes Real Estate
Laing+Simmons East Group has completed its second acquisition in two months, adding Mendes Real Estate to its growing Eastern Suburbs portfolio.
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Spark Real Estate and David Pino Real Estate join forces to better serve the Riddles Creek, Sunbury and Macedon Ranges community.
In an exciting step forward for the local community, Spark Real Estate’s Justin and Rita Spagnuolo and David and Rebecca Pino of David Pino Real Estate have announced they’re joining their two family businesses together.
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EQT acquires majority stake in PropertyMe
EQT has announced it will become the majority investor in PropertyMe, with Brian Donn set to take over as CEO in January 2026.
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Dylan Balmforth appointed Director of People and Expansion at Coronis Group
Coronis Group has appointed Dylan Balmforth as Director of People and Expansion as the company continues its national growth strategy.
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Rohullah Paykari expands LJ Hooker presence in Melbourne’s south-east
After five successful years with LJ Hooker Dandenong, Rohullah Paykari is expanding the network's reach with a second office in Berwick.
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Sotheby’s International Realty officially expands into Melbourne and appoints new local CEO
Sotheby’s International Realty, the world’s most prestigious luxury real estate brand, has officially launched in Melbourne, appointing Mitch Armstrong as Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Projects to lead the new operation.
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REIA welcomes new President Jacob Caine to lead property industry
The Real Estate Institute of Australia has appointed a new President and Board for 2026, positioning the organization to navigate upcoming industry challenges and regulatory reforms.
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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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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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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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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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Andrew Cramer appointed as REA Group CFO
Andrew Cramer will take over as Chief Financial Officer at REA Group as current CFO Janelle Hopkins retires to pursue a non-executive career.
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Jack Parfitt joins Knight Frank in Tamworth
Former professional rugby player Jack Parfitt has joined Knight Frank's Tamworth office as Sales and Leasing Executive, focusing on the commercial market in North West NSW.
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Neil Brookes to lead Savills Asia Pacific Capital Markets
Neil Brookes has been appointed Executive Managing Director, Asia Pacific Capital Markets at Savills, where he will focus on cross-border growth opportunities, particularly in Australia.
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Prash Nayar joins Apollo Auctions Western Australia
Award-winning auctioneer Prash Nayar has joined Apollo Auctions, strengthening the company's presence across Western Australia.
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WA and QLD celebrate their top performers at Excellence Awards
The country’s real estate professionals were in the spotlight this month as both Queensland and Western Australia honoured their standout achievers at the REIQ and REIWA Awards for Excellence.Â
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Hope at Christmas with REIWA and the SalvosÂ
REIWA member agencies across Western Australia will serve as collection points for The Salvation Army Christmas Appeal, providing convenient locations for community donations.
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SERHANT. expands to Las Vegas as luxury market heats up
Luxury brokerage SERHANT. has launched operations in Las Vegas, marking its fourth expansion this year and 14th office since the company's founding in 2020.
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Michael Rebetzke joins Apollo Auctions
Apollo Auctions has welcomed Michael Rebetzke as its newest auctioneer in South East Queensland as the company continues to expand its presence in Brisbane and beyond.
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Agents + Co acquires leading agency in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs, significantly expanding property management portfolio
Sydney's Agents + Co Property Group expands its footprint in the Eastern Suburbs with the acquisition of a leading Maroubra agency, significantly boosting its property management portfolio. "We're thrilled to welcome new landlords and tenants to the Agents + Co family," says General Manager George Roumanous of the move that positions them among the largest property managers in the region.
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Peter Camphin to lead fresh chapter for REIQ as new Chair
The Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) has entered a new era with a significant leadership change as long-serving Chair Peter Brewer concludes his decade of service on the board.
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Jenny Co joins Savills as Associate Director
Savills Australia and New Zealand has strengthened its Office Leasing team with the appointment of Jenny Co as Associate Director in New South Wales.
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Stockdale & Leggo’s unveils new brand reflecting people, not just property
Stockdale & Leggo has unveiled its new brand identity, signalling a new era of real estate and property management for the 89-year-old company.
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Domain’s Chief Commercial Officer, John Foong steps down
Domain's Chief Commercial Officer, John Foong, has announced he will be stepping down from his position in two weeks after four years with the company.
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Brent Osborne takes helm at PRD Tweed Coast
Seasoned business owner Brent Osborne has been appointed as Principal of PRD Tweed Coast, bringing fresh energy to one of the network's most established offices.
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Steven du Preez opens Amber Werchon Property Bokarina
Award-winning agent Steven du Preez has opened a new Amber Werchon Property office in Bokarina, marking the company's first agent-owned office outside its Mooloolaba headquarters.
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Edwin Almeida to lead Century 21’s new buyers advocacy division
Industry veteran Edwin Almeida has been appointed to lead Century 21 Buyers Advocates, a new division dedicated exclusively to representing property buyers.
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Stephen Henderson appointed Agency Director at Coronis Gold Coast
Stephen Henderson has been named Agency Director of Coronis Gold Coast as the group continues its expansion across Australia.
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Wilson Property takes top honours as REIV Awards for Excellence celebrate industry achievement
Wilson Property – Traralgon has taken out the top prize at the Real Estate Institute of Victoria’s (REIV) Awards for Excellence 2025, being named both Large Residential Agency of the Year and Regional Agency of the Year.
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Ervin Niyaz joins Colliers’ Melbourne North West team
Experienced commercial property specialist Ervin Niyaz has been appointed as Director, Investment Services at Colliers' Melbourne North West team based at Essendon Fields.
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