Franchise News
Network updates, new offices, leadership changes, and initiatives from major real estate franchise groups across Australia and New Zealand.
Norman Tran promoted to associate director at Adrian William
Rising through the ranks from sales associate to the agency's top-performing agent, Norman Tran has been named associate director at Adrian William, a milestone he credits as much to individual dedication as to the team behind him.
Pardeep Singh – taking calculated risks to achieve success
Pardeep Singh's journey into real estate came from an unexpected turn of events that changed the trajectory of…
Michael Qader and Vincent Ianni’s AQ Properties joins Harcourts
The Western Sydney agency, built from a garage eight years ago, rebrands as Harcourts AQ as it joins…
Woodards chairman to drive 6,000km through outback for charity
John Piccolo will spend 10 days travelling from Victoria to Western Australia in a car older than he'd…
Urban Real Estate donates 1,000+ items to OzHarvest
Every Urban Real Estate office across New South Wales turned into a collection point last month, with staff…
Barry Plant Mildura reshapes leadership as next generation steps up
A change in leadership at Barry Plant Mildura has prompted the 35-year-old business to rethink how it is…
Ferguson, Fairweather directors rebrand Sydney agency to LJ Hooker
After more than two decades in business together, the trio's Forestville and Narrabeen offices will now operate as…
Daniel Robinson – building an attraction business on the Mornington Peninsula
Daniel Robinson has transformed his real estate career since joining Area Specialist, achieving record-breaking results while maintaining authenticity…
Jason Cook joins The Agency in Geelong
The property partner brings more than 20 years of sales and service experience, including eight years specialising in…
Ray White Rural and Livestock crowns its 2026 award winners
More than 175 guests gathered in Sydney to celebrate the network's top performers, offices and rising talent across…
Ray White Commercial names its top performers for FY26
Canberra's Frank Giorgi took out the network's highest individual honour as Ray White Commercial recognised its leading agents,…
Key negotiation takeaways from Dr Medvec’s Ray White masterclass
Global negotiation expert Dr Victoria Medvec shared strategies for handling lowball offers, hesitant sellers and buyer expectations in…
David Hayden takes ownership of Stone Forest office
The Northern Beaches agent, recognised as Belrose's Agent of the Year three years running, is taking over the…
Belle Property adds Macarthur team led by three principals
Luke Mannion, Anna Younan and Tanya Gilbert have brought their established Camden agency into the Belle Property network,…
Tom Gunness named Ray White Queensland’s Head of Auctions
The auctioneer moves into a corporate leadership role with the network's 10,000-auction ambition in his sights.
Peter Kladouris opens OBrien Real Estate Mount Waverley office
The new office extends OBrien Real Estate's footprint across Melbourne's eastern suburbs, with the group's managing director pointing…
Harcourts Property Hub opens new office in Currumbin
The expansion follows more than 50 per cent growth in two years for the Gold Coast business, which…
Ray White takes its auction floor into Queensland stadiums
The agency is turning Firebirds and Lions fans into bidders as part of its sporting partnerships, swapping game-day…
Jack Cole thrives with Area Specialist in Frankston
Jack Cole operates in Frankston with Area Specialist, focusing on building genuine connections with everyday buyers and sellers.
Harcourts leaders launch podcast on business planning and data
Guys in Ties pairs Harcourts International's Mike Green and Nick Jewitt for unscripted talks on discipline, consistency and…
Mike Hay and David Conolly launch Ray White Noosa
The co-principals bring what they describe as 15 years of national top-tier success to the launch, betting on…
Harcourts agents prospect through winter to build spring pipeline
The network's Dial Hard 2 initiative pushed hundreds of agents across Australia and New Zealand to start prospecting…
Barry Plant directors focus on strategy as AML deadline passes
The network says early preparation for new anti-money laundering rules meant its leadership conference could focus on strategy…
Downturns average 4.3 months, LJ Hooker data shows
Forty years of cycle data shows the average downcycle lasts 4.3 months and falls 1.6 per cent, giving…
Harcourts Foundation grant helps Smart Pups raise $35,750
A $13,000 grant supported a sold-out gala marking 15 years of the charity placing assistance dogs with Australian…
David Lu: Building a team-focused real estate business in Melbourne’s west
After eight years as the leading agent in Cairnlea, David Lu has taken the leap to build his…
43 agents hit Altitude status at The Agency this year
The group's top performance tier, reserved for agents generating $1 million-plus in GCI or 76-plus transactions, grew to…
Harcourts Foundation names its first Sneaker Day winners
Hundreds of Harcourts team members across Australia and New Zealand swapped work shoes for sneakers to raise funds…
Charity home auction raises $1.06m for domestic violence survivors
The Sunshine Coast sale will help fund six transitional townhouses for families escaping domestic and family violence.
Carmen Christie builds success on honesty and expert negotiation
Carmen Christie has built a stellar real estate career on one simple principle: tell the truth, even when…
Meet ‘Showtime’ – the property manager who wrestles on weekends
Ray White Southbank's Sean Thompson says having a completely separate outlet, even one that recently dislocated his knee,…
Bathurst teen fast-tracks real estate career through school
While many agencies are battling a talent shortage, LJ Hooker Bathurst is nurturing future agents straight out of…
Virender Kaindal launches First National Empire in St Albans
The new office extends First National's footprint in Melbourne's western suburbs, with the principal citing the network's cooperative…
Ray White Canberra hits 22 acquisitions with latest deals
The group has added three boutique Canberra agencies to its portfolio, growing its property management division to more…
Cunninghams comes home to Dee Why
Leading independent real estate agency opens purpose-built Dee Why office, reaffirming its commitment to the heart of the…