Franchise News
Network updates, new offices, leadership changes, and initiatives from major real estate franchise groups across Australia and New Zealand.
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 Bay.
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…
Katherine Skinner: Quality over quantity in Adelaide’s buyer advocacy market
Adelaide buyer advocate Katherine Skinner thrives by prioritising relationships, guiding clients through life-changing property decisions with a quality-over-quantity…
The Agency strengthens people-first growth strategy with Reeboot AI wellbeing rollout
The Agency is providing 850 staff and their families free access to Reeboot AI, an on-demand mental health…
Husband-and-wife team takes over Ray White Tea Tree Gully
A hospitality veteran and experienced agent are betting their multicultural backgrounds and local roots will resonate in Adelaide's…
OBrien Real Estate marks decade of Carrum Coast Guard sponsorship
The 10th anniversary fun run drew a record 844 runners and raised more than $29,000 for the volunteer…
NAI Harcourts Pinnacle named national finalist for commercial agency of the year
The Aspley-based agency will compete for the REIA's top commercial honour in Melbourne on 21 May, following its…
Jellis Craig acquires Croydon office in eastern Melbourne push
The deal brings Jellis Craig's headcount across the Manningham, Maroondah, and Yarra Ranges regions to around 185 people.
Ray White Chelsea expands with Hastings merger
The top-ranked Chelsea team has partnered with respected local operator Lisa Roberts to launch Ray White Hastings, combining…
Ray White’s top performers open Manly flagship in Northern Beaches push
The directors behind Ray White's number one international business have opened their fourth Northern Beaches office in nine…
Explore Property announces new ownership for Cairns office
Explore Property has announced a new chapter for its Cairns office, with established agents David Hall and Shaun…
Emma Oliver: From architect to advocate in Perth’s property market
A former architect with a photographic memory for house prices, Emma Oliver has carved out a unique niche…
McGrath plants flag in Torquay to complete Surf Coast corridor
The new office connects Geelong, Armstrong Creek and now Torquay, giving the group coverage across one of Victoria's…
No shopfront, no problem: How DiJones built a $41M pipeline with beach cabanas and a branded Vespa
DiJones Pacific Palms agent Dominique Vasers is meeting lifestyle buyers where they already are – and it's working.
Ray White United Group appoints Alex Pattaro as general manager
Ray White United Group is excited to announce the appointment of Alex Pattaro as General Manager.
The Agency expands into Mollymook with market leaders
National real estate brand The Agency has entered the NSW South Coast town of Mollymook and surrounds with…
Neil Casey’s journey: Helping investors succeed
After a life-altering health scare, Neil Casey turned past investment failures into a boutique buyer’s agency focused on…
Harcourts Legacy: Setting a new standard in Northwest Sydney
Harcourts proudly announces the launch of Harcourts Legacy, a dynamic new agency serving the growing communities of Northwest…
Award winning principal Callan Lister launches Harcourts Port Adelaide | Largs Bay
A new era of real estate service has arrived in the Peninsula as award winning agent and Principal…
Ray White Rural Stanthorpe has returned home
Stanthorpe has come full circle, with one of Ray White Rural and Livestock’s original franchises officially welcomed back…
Harcourts Foundation announces 2026 Charity Golf Day in support of Orange Sky
The Harcourts Foundation is proud to announce the return of its highly anticipated annual Charity Golf Day.
Stacey Mitchell: From marketing director to property matchmaker
After a successful career as a marketing director across Europe, the Middle East, and Australia, Stacey Mitchell made…
Harcourts Queensland strengthens operational leadership with appointment of Hunter Macri
Harcourts Queensland is pleased to announce the appointment of Hunter Macri as its new Business Operations Manager.
High-performer Dominic Pike brings Ray White to Muswellbrook
For Dominic Pike, the road to opening Ray White Muswellbrook was a natural career progression and part of…
Tim Allen: From finance broker to buyer’s agent
From an 18-year-old investor to a dual-licensed expert, Tim Allen’s journey highlights how mastering finance and transparent advocacy…
Barry Plant has important conversations at International Women’s Day Lunch
Every March, the Barry Plant International Women’s Day Lunch creates space for honest conversations about what it really…
The Limitless Group merges with Locate Property, launching REMAX Locate
REMAX The Limitless Group continues its growth with the announcement the multi-award winning business has merged with leading…
Mark Bouris headlines The Agency’s Elevate conference
More than 300 real estate professionals across the country came together for The Agency’s annual Elevate conference at…
Ray White Austar Realty strengthens leadership with new shareholders
Ray White Austar Realty is continuing on its trajectory of growth, welcoming Cameron Brain and Aamir (Rubal) Sethi…
Harcourts celebrates Kobe Rae’s masterful victory at the 2026 Apollo Auction Competition
Harcourts is incredibly proud to announce that Kobe Rae, our dedicated Auction Growth Manager at Harcourts Queensland, has…
Kingston property manager becomes agency owner
As International Women’s Day approaches, one Tasmanian real estate professional is marking the occasion with a significant career…
Jellis Craig Bolsters prestige presence with appointment of Sam Wilkinson
Building on a year that saw company records broken for sales volume and individual auction day transactions, premium…
Barry Plant launches the year with Kickstart 2026
Barry Plant’s Kickstart 2026 united AFL legend Joel Selwood with tech innovation, debuting a first-of-its-kind vendor app and…