Movers and Shakers
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Laing+Simmons opens new Western Sydney office
This week’s opening of Laing+Simmons Doonside|Glendenning marks the third new office to join the growing network less than two months into 2026.
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Professionals appoints events powerhouse to drive next-level experiences
Professionals is raising the bar on events with the appointment of seasoned veteran Andrea Heath as Head of Events & Partnerships, marking a strategic step in the group’s commitment to reimagine how it inspires, educates and connects its members through creative design and delivery of events.
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JLL appoints Selina Short CEO of Australia and New Zealand
Experienced industry leader brings deep expertise in built environment strategy and client value creation
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RWC kicks off 2026 with AI, compliance and 18% growth surge
Ray White Commercial's inaugural Symposium brought together 300 network members to celebrate an 18 percent growth in transaction value while tackling industry challenges. AI specialist Samantha McLean demonstrated how artificial intelligence is reshaping commercial real estate, while compliance head Shaun Doyle prepared agents for upcoming anti-money laundering reforms.
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Ron English and Lissa Holgate expand with strategic acquisition
LJ Hooker Gladstone has acquired LJ Hooker Boyne Tannum as part of a strategic expansion in Central Queensland's coastal market.
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Paul Noonan appointed Head of Capital Markets at JLL Queensland
Paul Noonan has been appointed as Head of Capital Markets – Queensland at JLL, expanding his leadership role while continuing as Managing Director – Queensland.
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Chris Hynes joins Colliers as Regional Director
Industry veteran Chris Hynes has been appointed Regional Director at Colliers' Occupier Services business in Melbourne, bringing over 30 years of experience to the role.
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Professionals expands Central Queensland footprint with new Yeppoon office
Experienced real estate principal Mike Suthers has joined the Professionals network, bringing his well-established Yeppoon office under the Professionals banner.
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FOUNDIT appoints Thomas Georgiou as Founding Partner and National Head of Buyer Agent ServicesÂ
FOUNDIT, the fast-growing property platform redefining buyer advocacy through technology and research-led insights, has appointed Thomas Georgiou as Founding Partner and National Head of Buyer Agent Services. Thomas Georgiou. Photo: Supplied With more than 22 years’ experience as a buyer’s agent across Dubai , London and Melbourne, Thomas brings exceptional industry knowledge and leadership to FOUNDIT. Throughout his career, he…
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Anywhere CEO Ryan Schneider exits after Compass acquisition
Former Realogy leader quietly departs with potential $67 million severance package as mega-merger creates real estate giant
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Urban Real Estate appoints Katrina Tarrant as first CEO
The appointment signals the NSW independent group's shift from founder-led startup to scaled business as it eyes further expansion across its 15-office network.
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Blackshaw welcomes Louise Harget and team to Manuka Office
Blackshaw has strengthened its Canberra presence with the return of highly regarded agent Louise Harget, who rejoins the business alongside her team members Janae McLister and Ruby Abel.
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Knight Frank makes two key appointments to APAC team
Knight Frank has strengthened its Occupier Strategy & Solutions platform with two strategic appointments across the Asia Pacific region.
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Cunninghams expands partnership with three new appointments
Cunninghams has appointed three new Partners to its business as the agency continues its expansion across Sydney's Northern Beaches.
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James Aroney joins Knight Frank’s NSW Capital Markets team
Knight Frank has appointed James Aroney as Partner, Institutional Sales, strengthening its New South Wales Capital Markets team.
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Annette Swaine opens Professionals Innisfail
North Queensland businesswoman and former political candidate Annette Swaine has launched Professionals Innisfail, already selling two homes in her first week of operation.
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Linda Baker appointed first female President of REEF
Linda Baker has been appointed as the first female President of the Real Estate Employers' Federation (REEF) in the organisation's 60-year history.
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Katrina Rathie joins Knight Frank Australia Boards
Award-winning lawyer and business leader Katrina Rathie has been appointed as an Independent Non-Executive Director to the Knight Frank Australia and Knight Frank Australia Holdings Boards.
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Aurora Property welcomes prestige specialists to Brisbane team
High-performing sales agents Jill Wright-Wotton and Tony Duncombe have joined Aurora Property, bringing their expertise in Brisbane's Inner North to the fast-growing agency.
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Nitin Puri opens new Laing+Simmons office in Sydney’s north west
Experienced agent Nitin Puri has launched Laing+Simmons Oakville|Windsor as the network kicks off another year of expansion.
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Daniel de la Vega appointed CEO of ONE Sotheby’s International Realty
Daniel de la Vega has been named Chief Executive Officer of ONE Sotheby's International Realty, while founder Mayi de la Vega transitions to Executive Chair.
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Team Conroy adds depth to The Agency Lower North Shore
Luxury property specialists Jason and Ella Conroy join The Agency's Sydney team, bringing their family-focused expertise to the prestigious Lower North Shore market. The high-performing duo will collaborate with established partners whilst launching ten new property listings in coming weeks.
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Lisette Schults-Rand joins Queensland’s top real estate team
Award-winning Brisbane agent Lisette Shults-Rand joins Ray White Collective to lead Chapel Hill operations, bringing her record-breaking sales expertise and vision for team excellence to the western suburbs where she grew up and still calls home.
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Colliers appoints Will Goldsworthy to national role driving growth in Large Format Retail & Project Leasing
Retail property specialist Will Goldsworthy steps into national role at Colliers to transform Australia's large format retail landscape, as the sector adapts to meet growing consumer demand for convenience and experiential shopping destinations.
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Ray White Alliance announces high-performance leadership partnership with Jet Xavier
Ray White Alliance on the Gold Coast partners with high-performance coach Jet Xavier to transform leadership and culture, offering its team unprecedented 24/7 access to one of Australia's leading real estate mindset specialists.
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JLL appoints Tim O’Connor to Head of Leasing Advisory Australia and New Zealand
JLL appoints Tim O'Connor as Head of Leasing Advisory for Australia and New Zealand, signaling strategic growth in the region. With three decades of experience and a team of key appointments supporting him, O'Connor will lead transaction teams across office, logistics and industrial sectors during evolving market conditions.
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SERHANT. appoints Greg Chan as Chief Technology Officer
Fintech and big-tech veteran joins SERHANT. to drive technology and AI development.
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The Agency strengthens training offering by partnering with Danny Grant
The Agency announces partnership with respected trainer Danny Grant to launch a dedicated sales training division in 2026, following record growth. The collaboration aims to deliver culturally aligned training across all agent levels whilst maintaining the company's unique approach to sustainable success in real estate.
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Professionals leads early AML compliance rollout
Professionals real estate group takes early action on Australia's looming anti-money laundering regulations, partnering with AMLHUB to deliver comprehensive training and compliance tools across its network well before the 2026 deadline while many competitors delay preparations.
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REMAX multi office agency merge to prime Sunshine Coast location
REMAX Property Sales broker owner Tristan Brown has merged his Nambour and Caloundra offices into a centralised Birtinya location, positioning his team of 32 professionals in one of the Sunshine Coast's fastest growing corridors to enhance collaboration and expand service capabilities.
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Football star scores new role in real estate
Former A-League defender Jordan Elsey has swapped the football pitch for property sales, joining Ray White Campbelltown after a 13-year professional career. The 31-year-old Adelaide native sees striking parallels between elite sport and real estate: "Both demand discipline, strategy, and performance under pressure."
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Industry leaders unite to launch Harcourts Werribee
Three veteran real estate leaders have joined forces to launch Harcourts Werribee, bringing a client-first approach to Melbourne's Western Suburbs. Rick O'Halloran, Reece Beckley and Petar Krnjeta aim to transform the region's property landscape with their collaborative model focused on transparency, community values and comprehensive service.
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realestate.com.au takes centre court as Australian Open official real estate partner
Realestate.com.au becomes the Australian Open's Official Real Estate Partner in a strategic multi-year deal, uniting two national passions during the summer months when Australians contemplate property changes. The partnership features tennis legend Pat Rafter in bespoke campaigns across Melbourne Park and broadcast coverage, creating authentic property conversations when the nation's attention turns to tennis.
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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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