FRANCHISE NEWS
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Chris Akkawi’s 2026 Pledge: Adrian William Agent Commits $500 Per Sale to Local Charity
Throughout 2026, Akkawi will donate $500 from every property sale to Newtown Neighbourhood Centre. A commitment that extends far beyond seasonal goodwill into sustained, tangible support for the community’s most vulnerable residents. “Around Christmas, most of us focus on family, food, and being together, but not everyone in our community has a place to go home to,” Akkawi explains. “Holidays…
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Urban Real Estate Expands into South-West Sydney with New Oran Park Office
The launch marks Urban’s 17th office as the network continues its expansion across the Hunter, Greater Sydney and Illawarra regions. The new branch will service the fast-growing communities of Oran Park and the broader Camden and Macarthur districts, offering the full suite of the group’s residential sales and property management services. Located within one of Sydney’s most significant master planned…
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Carey Smith appointed Joint Chairman of Ray White
Ray White Managing Director Dan White announced Carey Smith has joined Brian White as Joint Chairman of the family owned leading property group, Ray White.
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Harcourts Solutions and Foundation Surpass Fundraising Goal for Orange Sky
Harcourts Solutions and the Harcourts Foundation are thrilled to announce the successful conclusion of their second annual donation drive in support of Orange Sky.
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REMAX Australia welcome two key corporate team members
REMAX Australia has appointed two new key team members, recently welcoming Kristy Smith as Professional Development Manager and Lauren Brewer as Marketing and Innovations Manager to the Australian real estate network.
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Barry Plant Warragul-Drouin makes major office acquisition
Barry Plant Warragul-Drouin is celebrating a landmark expansion with the acquisition of a well-established local competitor, instantly adding a significant rent roll and exceptional property management team to its growing operations, alongside a long-standing sales team.
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Andrew McCalman joins Besser+Co as Sales Manager & Licensed Estate Agent
Besser+Co has welcomed experienced Melbourne agent Andrew McCalman to the team, appointing him as Sales Manager and Licensed Estate Agent as the business continues to expand its sales footprint.
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Harcourts Property Specialists unite to support Destiny Rescue
Victor Paz, Kristy Clymo, and the Harcourts Property Specialists team have officially pledged their support to Destiny Rescue, a non-profit organisation committed to rescuing children from sexual exploitation and human trafficking.
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Harcourts Prestige welcomes a new chapter, and they are headed North!
The team at Harcourts Prestige is growing with the opening Harcourts Prestige North as they look forward to sharing their local knowledge, passion, and commitment with the communities of Leederville and Mount Hawthorn.
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Pulse Property announces acquisition of Strong Property – Gymea
Pulse Property has announced the acquisition of Strong Property - Gymea, continuing the company's strategic growth across the Sutherland Shire and reinforcing its commitment to delivering the highest level of service to landlords and tenants.
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Robin McIlwain retires after five decades shaping Brisbane’s real estate
After an extraordinary 47-year career that has left an indelible mark on Queensland's real estate landscape, industry icon Robin McIlwain has announced her retirement from active sales at Ray White Toowong.
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Highland celebrates a record-breaking year with VIP Christmas event
Ushering in the holiday season in true Highland style with community and culture, David Highland hosted an exclusive VIP Christmas event to celebrate the milestones and successes of 2025.
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Chervonne Papworth joins The Agency in Sydney’s prestige market
National real estate brand The Agency has boosted its presence in the Sydney’s prestige real estate market with the appointment of property partner Chervonne Papworth.
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Knight Frank launches a Private Office in Australia
Knight Frank has launched a new Private Office in Australia, which will operate with the support of its partners in Australia and New Zealand respectively, McGrath Estate Agents and Bayleys.
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Nick Thornton Returns to Harcourts to Launch New Chermside Office
Harcourts welcomes back veteran real estate agent Nick Thornton, who is opening a new office, Harcourts Chermside, in Queensland.
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McGrath strengthens regional footprint with new Cairns office
McGrath Estate Agents has announced the opening of a new office in Cairns, as it sees great potential for growth in this important Far North Queensland market.
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NAI Harcourts Pinnacle Director Phil Grant appointed to REIQ Committee
The Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) Board of Directors has formally approved the appointment of Phil Grant, Director at NAI Harcourts Pinnacle, to the Commercial & Industrial Chapter Committee for the 2026–2027 term.
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Harcourts Pinnacle team spreads Christmas cheer with Salvation Army toy drive
The team at Harcourts Pinnacle recently embraced the spirit of giving by participating in the Salvation Army's annual Christmas Toy Drive.
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Patrick D’Arrigo: Building success through personalised service
Brisbane real estate agent Patrick D'Arrigo balances business success with family life in Warner, where his client-focused approach has flourished. After seven years with @realty, he's opening his own office while maintaining the personalized service that became his trademark: "I want to treat people how I want to be treated."
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Ray White Queensland locks in Corporate Auctioneer Panel
In a bold move that signals a new era for Queensland's real estate industry, Ray White Queensland CEO Jason Andrew has announced the leading network will not replace its Chief Auctioneer position, instead establishing a corporate panel of auctioneers to drive the business toward an ambitious target of 10,000 auctions annually.
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Harcourts SA welcomes Shauna Le
Harcourts South Australia is delighted to announce the appointment of Shauna Le as its new Business Operations Manager. Ms Le brings a wealth of experience in marketing, team management, and stakeholder relations to the role, where she will oversee key operational and marketing functions for the group.
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Familiar faces continue local growth story in Angle Vale
Ross Whiston and Sallyann Vivian, the dynamic leaders of Ray White Gawler East, are excited to announce they will be merging their business and team with Ray White Angle Vale.
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Tina Bligh returns to Highland Double Bay Malouf, strengthening Malouf team’s growth strategy
In a move that reinforces Highland Double Bay Malouf's position in Sydney's prestige property market, experienced agent Tina Bligh has rejoined the agency as Sales Associate to David Malouf, bringing more than two decades of real estate expertise to one of the company's leading residential teams.
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A new era in commercial real estate for the Central West
A changing of the guard is underway in Orange, with the launch of a new commercial real estate agency, RWC Central West.
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The Agency expands offering on Qld’s Gold Coast with Rhys Wildermoth
Highly successful real estate professional Rhys Wildermoth and his team have joined national real estate brand The Agency in Queensland’s Gold Coast growth corridor.
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Ray White Queensland promotes Gavin Croft to Chief Operating Officer
Ray White Queensland has announced the promotion of Gavin Croft to Chief Operating Officer, effective 2026, signalling a strategic move to strengthen its leadership bench with one of the state's most accomplished real estate professionals.
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Ray White Golden Grove brings decades of expertise to booming corridor
Ray White is expanding its presence in Adelaide's thriving north east with the launch of Ray White Golden Grove.
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Harcourts Pinnacle welcomes Samantha Bonnici
Harcourts Pinnacle is thrilled to announce that top-tier real estate agent Samantha Bonnici has joined our team.
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Harcourts Mandurah takes on 36-hour treadmill challenge for Movember
The team at Harcourts Mandurah is once again stepping up to support men's health by taking part in a 36-hour non-stop treadmill challenge for Movember.
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Ray White leaders unite to bring the whole team
More than 80 Queensland business leaders from Cairns to Coolangatta gathered yesterday for the final Ray White Collective Engagement Series of the year, focusing on a clear strategy for 2026: driving volume, performance, being proud of every transaction, as well as bringing the whole team.
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Adrian William turns pink signboards into $31,729 for cancer support
Adrian William installs 61 pink signboards across October, donating $500 per campaign to Chris O'Brien Lifehouse.
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Uri Ross: From local roots to real estate success in Nimbin
Uri Ross has leveraged his deep local connections and straightforward approach to build a thriving real estate business in the Northern Rivers region.
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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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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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How six partnerships with the Harcourts Foundation are bringing hope to Christmas
This December, something special is happening inside Harcourts offices.
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