Franchise News
Network updates, new offices, leadership changes, and initiatives from major real estate franchise groups across Australia and New Zealand.
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…
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…