Franchise News
Network updates, new offices, leadership changes, and initiatives from major real estate franchise groups across Australia and New Zealand.
DiJones transforms industry reform into a competitive advantage with market-leading digital transaction platform
Premium independent real estate network invests in technology that simplifies compliance, enhances the customer experience and sets a new benchmark for the industry.
Exciting new appointment to drive training and development
LJ Hooker creates new Head of Learning and Development role as the network builds leadership and training capability…
Belle Property expands in Queensland with new office opening in Bundaberg
Belle Property expands into Bundaberg as the region attracts growing demand from families, professionals and retirees seeking coastal…
Ray White members hit the phones for fast-paced appraisal drive
Ray White members make 126,773 calls and book 10,021 appraisals across Australasia in the network's 21st Real Estate…
Harcourts Australia appoints industry leader Domonic Thompson as Chief Operating Officer
Harcourts Australia has announced the appointment of experienced property and banking executive Domonic Thompson as its new Chief…
Alex Borthwick Joins Adrian William
Adrian William has announced the appointment of Alex Borthwick, one of Sydney's most accomplished real estate professionals, to…
Barry Plant appoints first full-time Head of Commercial and Finance
The Victorian network has hired Akshay Sharma, a former Australia Post finance leader, to bring a commercial lens…
A strong reputation deserved a stronger brand
CEO David Edwards and Communications Director Mark Jansen reveal the research behind First National's new identity, designed to…
Jellis Craig Boroondara appoints industry leader Alicia Lecky as Head of Property Management
Award-winning property management leader Alicia Lecky rejoins Jellis Craig, bringing operational expertise from Performance Property and Longview to…
Noosa luxury property powerhouse Eric Seetoo joins Harcourts Property Centre
Harcourts Property Centre strengthens its luxury property capability with the appointment of respected Noosa specialist Eric Seetoo
Explore Property welcomes Bowen office to the network
Explore Property founder Andrew Acton welcomes Bowen's newest office, as the team behind Peter Lawton Property begins a…
McGrath Lower North Shore and Harbourside Group adds significant firepower with Jon McConkey
Jon McConkey joins McGrath Lower North Shore and Harbourside Group as Head of Growth and Performance, bringing more…
Harcourts NSW continues record growth trajectory as network expansion accelerates
Harcourts NSW/ACT accepts 11 new franchise applications in the first half of 2026, putting the network on track…
Woodards marks ten years of Vinnies CEO Sleepout with tenth soup van, surpassing $1 million milestone
Real estate network's decade of CEO Sleepout fundraising tops $1 million, funding two more soup vans for Victorians…
Harcourts Inner East appoints respected property management leader Nicky Talbot
Harcourts Inner East appoints industry veteran Nicky Talbot to lead its property management division as part of the…
Veteran Brisbane agents join Harcourts to launch new Northside business
John and Sue Ward bring 25 years of industry experience and a proven track record on Brisbane's Northside…
Mae Chan joins Ray White Upper North Shore
The experienced Upper North Shore agent says the opportunity to work alongside some of the region's top performers…
McGrath Wantirna opens as demand strengthens in Melbourne’s east
McGrath Estate Agents has announced the opening of its newest office in the eastern Melbourne suburb of Wantirna.…
Tina Sander Inducted into Harcourts Hall of Fame at HX 2026
HX 2026 International Awards Gala Dinner caps two days of learning and celebration as Harcourts recognises outstanding performance…
Highland Double Bay Malouf strengthens leadership team with the appointment of Sam Schumann as Equity Partner
Highland Double Bay Malouf elevates Sam Schumann to Equity Partner following sales performance of $112.7 million across 44…
Ray White’s Adam Downes adds Indooroopilly to his growing Brisbane west portfolio
Adam Downes expands his Brisbane western suburbs footprint, taking on the Ray White Indooroopilly franchise
The Agency opens office in Perth’s Cottesloe
The Agency opens dedicated Cottesloe office to service Perth's fast-growing Western Suburbs market
RWC Canberra acquires Sentia to form ACT’s largest commercial powerhouse
Sentia acquisition creates the ACT's largest commercial sales and leasing team, with more than 1,500 tenancies under management…
First National returns to Carlingford with Co Bridge appointment
Charles Fu brings more than 17 years of residential, commercial and project marketing experience to First National Real…
REMAX strengthens Victorian presence with new office REMAX Sapphire
Broker owner Pinakin Patel launches RE/MAX Sapphire in Pakenham, offering residential and commercial sales, leasing and property management…
Award-winning auctioneer joins Ray White Malan + Co in major leadership appointment
REIQ Auctioneer of the Year Jordan Curd joins Ray White Malan + Co as Chief Auctioneer and Head…
RWC CSR signals next growth phase with Grant Turner leadership appointment
Grant Turner joins Principal Mukhtaar Hashim, Julie Ryan and Annabelle Weir in a collaborative leadership structure as RWC…
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…
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…