Franchise News
Network updates, new offices, leadership changes, and initiatives from major real estate franchise groups across Australia and New Zealand.
Highland Double Bay Malouf Secures Landmark New Headquarters at Ruby House, Double Bay
Highland Double Bay Malouf has announced it will open its new Eastern Suburbs headquarters at Ruby House, the highly anticipated and brand new, luxury commercial development in Double Bay.
Highland announces the launch of Highland Balaton Financial
The new venture is designed to combine property expertise and specialist lending advice to support clients from acquisition…
Ray White City South enters a new era of ownership
Ray White City South enters a new era as experienced sales agent Beryl Fan steps into co-ownership alongside…
Canberra welcomes Sotheby’s International Realty to the nation’s capital
One of the world's most recognised real estate brands has established a presence in Canberra, reflecting the continued…
Aziz Hoque launches a First National office in Sydney’s South-West
After 16 years in the industry, Aziz Hoque has established his new First National agency built around personalised…
Belle Property expands in Western Sydney with new Nepean office
New Penrith office brings Belle Property's boutique offering to Western Sydney as region prepares for transformation ahead of…
Brisbane real estate leaders raise record funds for homeless women and children at the Pink Tie Gala
Ray White Queensland and Leading Ladies of Real Estate unite with 640 guests at The Star Brisbane to…
Belle Property strengthens South East Queensland presence with new Lowood office
Belle Property has expanded its presence across South East Queensland with the opening of Belle Property Lowood, led…
Growth with intent: the momentum building across Harcourts in 2026
Harcourts accelerates national expansion with 38 new offices in 2026 as the network doubles down on leadership, connection…
OBrien Real Estate takes leadership team to Bali for annual reset
The four-day conference brought together business owners and senior leaders to focus on culture, accountability and execution standards.
REMAX expands Perth footprint with Willetton franchise
Former business development manager Fahim Kabir steps into ownership with new southern suburbs office.
PRD expands Victorian footprint with Geelong office launch
The franchise network adds its first Greater Geelong presence as it approaches its 50th anniversary in Australian real…
HTL Property hires Mark Durran to lead hotel capital markets
The veteran dealmaker behind $6.5 billion in hotel transactions joins the national brokerage firm as Managing Director Hotel…
Real+ appoints Sean Scoffield as General Manager in next phase of national growth
Real+ has announced the appointment of Sean Scoffield as General Manager, marking a significant step in the national…
Geelong agent takes on New York Marathon for local hospital
Harcourts North Geelong director Joe Grgic is training along the Barwon River ahead of the 42-kilometre race, with…
Helen Yan marks decade at Ray White with new Balwyn office
Victoria's top-ranked principal for eight consecutive years opens new premises while renewing franchise agreement with the group.
Veteran Bayside agent Mark Blit joins Ray White
The 17-year industry professional joins Ray White The Bayside Group.
Jellis Craig urges homeowners to upgrade at its bi-annual Property Event
CEO Andrew McCann told 350 clients and investors that federal budget changes make now the time to upgrade…
Tense Venneri appointed Barry Plant Head of Growth
After more than three decades in regional real estate, including 16 years leading the highly successful Barry Plant…
Magain Real Estate launches dedicated commercial division amid strong market growth
Magain Real Estate has officially launched Magain Commercial, marking a strategic expansion into the commercial property sector following…
Darren Piper: A decade of pioneering the buyer’s agent space
When Darren Piper took a holiday in late 2016, he couldn't stop thinking about one thing – becoming…
Tristian Kennedy and Jason Spagnoulo take over Ray White Port Adelaide
Tristian Kennedy and Jason Spagnoulo expand their western suburbs footprint, with founder Nick Psarros staying on to mentor…
First National names top performers at Vietnam convention
Queensland offices dominated the sales categories while Western Australia swept property management honours at the network's 2025 awards.
REMAX The Limitless Group appoints Kate Peereboom as Head of Sales
The former business owner joins the Brisbane-based multi-office group to lead sales strategy and agent development.
Belle Property launches commercial arm on Sydney’s Upper North Shore
The expansion gives residential principals Michael Doran and Daniel Dennis a new avenue as landlords increasingly explore commercial…
Harcourts Tasmania smashes fundraising record with $30,000 charity auction
Two offices went head-to-head for a day with top-performing franchise leader Martin Cooper, driving the network's biggest single-event…
From salesperson to principal: what a real ownership pathway looks like
More agents are moving beyond individual sales success to build scalable businesses of their own, with Jarita Rayasam…
Ray White Rural Murwillumbah changes hands after eight-year lead-up
Craig and Sonya Taylor take ownership of the Tweed River office, bringing a combined century of real estate…
Ray White AKG expands South East Queensland network with Holland Park acquisition
Experienced local principal Piers Crawford and top-performing agent Darren Bonehill will lead the office as joint principals under…
Ray White NSW/ACT taps franchise operations specialist for new performance role
Callum Hogan's appointment signals the network's focus on coaching and accountability across its state network.
First National Cleveland nears 1,000 properties after Wynnum Manly acquisition
The Brisbane bayside agency's fourth rent roll acquisition in eleven years brings a thirty-year mentorship full circle.
Matt Lancashire launches luxury-only agency for $4m-plus homes
The Brisbane agent behind $1.5 billion in sales is betting that the city's top-tier market needs dedicated, specialist…
Adam Roberts returns to Ray White after 20-year career journey
The commercial property specialist reunites with the mentor who gave him his first industry start.
Champion auctioneer Tina Chamberlain returns to Hawke’s Bay roots
New Zealand's first female national auctioneering title winner rejoins Ray White Hawke's Bay as auction manager with plans…
Sun, Sand and Sold: Steven du Preez launches boutique Real Estate Agency on the Sunshine Coast
Steven du Preez brings a numbers-driven approach to beachside real estate after years in chartered accounting.