Franchise News
Network updates, new offices, leadership changes, and initiatives from major real estate franchise groups across Australia and New Zealand.
FOUNDIT welcomes Simone Howell to strengthen Bayside and Stonnington presence
FOUNDIT has announced the appointment of highly accomplished property professional Simone Howell, further bolstering its capability across Melbourne’s highly sought-after Bayside and Stonnington markets.
Top Melbourne agent Mike Beardsley opens Ray White Hawthorn
The inner-east market leader is betting Ray White's luxury network and interstate buyer data will give Hawthorn vendors…
Lachlan McCarthy joins Pulse Property Agents
Pulse Property Agents is excited to announce the appointment of Lachlan McCarthy, a highly experienced real estate professional,…
Two Cairns agencies merge to form REMAX Powerhouse
Boutique firm Powerhouse Property joins forces with REMAX Real Estate Services, combining local experience with global network reach.
Nicholas Armstrong-Smith: Building a business on communication and community
Nicholas Armstrong-Smith has built a leading real estate business in Bondi Junction on a simple principle - communicate…
Trina Henry: Building a family legacy in Gold Coast real estate
After 25 years in real estate, Trina Henry is leveraging the @realty OASIS model to build her own…
Monique Treder: Finding an edge in Sydney’s buyer’s agency space
For Monique Treder, success in the buyer's agency industry came when she stopped trying to be someone else…
Ray White Inner Brisbane Apartments rebrands as Ray White Brisbane City
The rebrand follows 17 years in the CBD market and signals expansion into surrounding suburbs.
OBrien Real Estate opens Doreen office as northern corridor grows
The new location marks the group's third office in Melbourne's north, with two experienced directors overseeing the expansion.
Nick Dowling takes board role at FOUNDIT
The appointment signals a push for stronger governance as buyer's agent platforms mature beyond startup phase.
The Agency expands Melbourne footprint with Bayside office
Veteran agent Bert Geraerts brings three decades of local experience to the national brand's latest Victorian outpost.
Liam Kirkwood appointed Ray White Rural National Livestock Manager
The national young auctioneers champion and Townsville principal steps into the network's top livestock role after a rapid…
REMAX opens first office in Queensland’s Western Downs
Former property manager Daniel Ferris has launched REMAX Heartland Real Estate in Dalby, partnering with local sales agent…
Ray White Main Beach changes hands as Willems returns to sales
Non-selling principals Christian Hamilton and Mitch Peereboom add a third office to their growing Queensland portfolio, while former…
Neil Valentine: Building a business around helping people first
Neil Valentine has built his buyer's agency business on a simple philosophy - put people first, and success…
Ray White Dandenong forms new partnership, relocates to purpose-built office
Director Ben Jusufi brings former assistant Mo Zeitouneh into the business as partner after seven years of mentorship.
First National names 2025 Vic/Tas award winners
Regional offices dominate state honours as network recognises top performers across sales and property management.
Harcourts RPG launches dedicated project sales division in Victoria
The newly formed team has already secured a $5.2 million penthouse sale at its first appointed development in…
Barry Plant taps Kyrstie Nolan to steer AML rollout
Kyrstie Nolan brings 14 years of operational experience to the network as the industry faces its biggest compliance…
Barry Pound: Building a leading buyer’s agency from decades of experience
Barry Pound's 37-year journey in real estate has led him to create what he believes has the potential…
Anthony Nardella: Breaking records on the Mid North Coast
Anthony Nardella has been breaking street records throughout his career, but his journey to becoming one of the…
McGrath bolsters Melbourne offices with five new hires
The South Yarra and Ivanhoe franchise kicks off 2026 with a recruitment push spanning sales and operations roles.
Harcourts Foundation grant helps pets escape domestic violence too
An $8,904 donation to RSPCA Queensland's Pets in Crisis program addresses one of the hidden barriers that can…
Antony Bucello: Building relationships over 25 years as a buyer’s agent
Antony Bucello was among the first dozen buyer's agents in Australia when he made a career change 25…
Ray White United Group adds eighth office with Toongabbie acquisition
Peter Diamantidis continues rapid Western Sydney expansion, growing from five staff to 125 team members across eight offices…
McGrath and Knight Frank launch joint projects division with $3b pipeline
The dual-branded team unites more than 50 project marketing specialists across the east coast, with plans to double…
Harcourts promotes two Australian women to global leadership roles
Teagan Seccombe and Karmen Costigan step up from Australian positions to oversee events and property management across the…
Simone Chin: From ballet to Brighton real estate success
Simone Chin has built a leading real estate business in Brighton, Melbourne, grounded in discipline, creativity and a…
Acton | Belle Property opens Karratha office in Pilbara push
The Western Australian expansion puts the lifestyle brand in one of the state's strongest rental markets, led by…
Grant Simpson returns to Ray White after selling own agency
The commercial agent's move to RWC Northern Corridor Group reunites him with longtime collaborators in Brisbane's north.
REMAX Aspire adds marketing specialist to Gold Coast leadership team
Daniel Petch joins the boutique agency as Managing Partner, bringing strategic marketing and media experience to the two-office…
The Rubinstein Group adds collective sales specialists after $30m deal
Jennifer Binetter and Carmen Culina join the eastern suburbs agency after co-leading a 39-lot collective sale in Rushcutters…
Jacobs Well record-holders Belize Property join Harcourts network
The independent agency behind the area's four highest property sales is expanding to Ormeau under new franchise partnership.
First National names top NSW performers at 2025 state awards
Byron Bay and Port Macquarie offices lead the network as regional agencies dominate the honours list.
Ray White Bathurst appoints Emma Chapman as director
Emma Chapman, who built the office's property management arm over three years, steps into leadership alongside principals Stephen…