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Victoria Liu’s future is set in Stone
Highly regarded Lower North Shore senior Sales Agent Victoria Liu has joined the Stone Real Estate network, operating from the Crows Nest office, partnering with Licensee in Charge David Hill.
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The Agency expands into NSW South Coast’s Kiama and GerringongÂ
National real estate brand The Agency has launched its real estate offering into the seaside towns of Kiama and neighbouring Gerringong on the NSW South Coast under the leadership of Daniel Dajcic.
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Enhancing the home hunt: On-site ads help Aussies save and supercharge their property search
New REA Group research reveals that most Australians find relevant on-site property ads helpful, citing their ability to surface special offers, aid product discovery, and improve the house hunt.
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First-home buyers now need seven years to save Sydney deposit
Domain research reveals rising entry-level prices have wiped out gains from 2025 rate cuts, with Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth now nearly as unaffordable as Sydney.
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Artist Hunt Slonem snaps up haunted Rhode Island mansion
American artist Hunt Slonem adds Newport’s historic Seaview Terrace to his real estate portfolio, drawn by its Gilded Age grandeur and ghostly reputation.
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John Lewis abandons ambitious UK rental housing venture
The retail giant has scrapped plans to build 10,000 homes, blaming rising interest rates and construction costs for making the project financially unviable.
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National rental vacancy rate hits three-year high as market pressure eases
Melbourne leads capital cities with highest vacancy rate while Hobart remains the tightest rental market in the country.
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Ross Lewis joins Coronis Ascot
Experienced sales agent Ross Lewis has joined Coronis Ascot, adding to the high-performing team under Selling Principal Oliver Jonker.
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Ray White network books 12,000 appraisals in 12-hour phone blitz
The group's 20th Real Estate of Origin event saw more than 3,500 agents, property managers and BDMs make 141,131 calls across Australia and New Zealand.
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How real estate agents can build trust through insurance
In a high-stakes market, agents build lasting reputations by pairing expert advice with robust insurance coverage, ensuring client data and financial interests remain protected against the unexpected.
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Savills hires nine executives as commercial investment activity surges
The global property firm is rebuilding its Queensland and Victorian capital markets teams as office transaction volumes climb sharply off pandemic lows.
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Kate Littlejohn announced as Co-CEO of Harcourts Tasmania
Harcourts Tasmania has announced a significant leadership evolution with the appointment of Kate Littlejohn as co-CEO, joining long-standing CEO Tony Morrison at the helm.
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REIQ returns to REIA after 11-year break, strengthening national real estate voice
Queensland’s REIQ will rejoin the REIA from 1 July 2026, restoring full federation, strengthening national advocacy, and giving members access to NAFE and AUSTROS awards.
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House hunting now the biggest stress for Australian movers
New research reveals finding a property to buy or rent consumes dozens of hours and ranks among the most emotionally demanding stages of relocation.
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FOUNDIT welcomes Sean Phuah as Founding Partner Buyer’s Agent, strengthening its presence on Sydney’s prestige North Shore
Fast-growing property platform FOUNDIT has appointed Sean Phuah as a Founding Partner Buyer’s Agent, alongside his team, further expanding its expert network across Sydney’s prestige markets.
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Barry Plant head office puts culture first with personal training, chicken & gravy
By the time Friday rolls around each week, many teams in offices across the country are running on fumes, with energy levels low after a demanding week.
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Michael Lezaja: Finding purpose in property success
Michael Lezaja has found his true calling helping everyday Australians build wealth through property.
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South Australian Labor pitches $500m land fund in housing push
Premier Peter Malinauskas has unveiled stamp duty relief for downsizers and a revolving land acquisition fund as Labor focuses its re-election bid squarely on housing supply.
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Get it wrong now, fix it for years
Richard Manthel warns that rushing AML compliance creates systemic errors that haunt agencies for years. Proactive planning for July 2026 avoids the nightmare of retrospective remediation and audits.
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REMAX celebrate excellence at annual awards
REMAX Australia put on the ultimate celebration for its members at its annual awards gala event held at The Star Brisbane on 19th February, acknowledging the exceptional achievements of the network’s professionals.
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First National Real Estate announces 2025 Queensland state award winners
First National Real Estate’s Queensland agents were presented with their 2025 State Awards at The Brisbane Convention Centre on Saturday night.
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Price-to-income ratios don’t tell the full affordability story
While the headline numbers look dire, Ray White's chief economist argues buyers are adapting in ways traditional metrics don't capture.
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Strongest quarter on record secures office of the year for Lindfield
Just five months after stepping into partnership as a DiJones Licensee, Daniel Blagg and the Lindfield team have been named DiJones Office of the Year for 2025, following their strongest quarter on record.
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Harcourts NSW & Porsche Willoughby redefine networking
In an industry often defined by boardrooms and formal mixers, Harcourts NSW has chosen a different line.
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Laing+Simmons opens new Western Sydney office
This week’s opening of Laing+Simmons Doonside|Glendenning marks the third new office to join the growing network less than two months into 2026.
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Professionals appoints events powerhouse to drive next-level experiences
Professionals is raising the bar on events with the appointment of seasoned veteran Andrea Heath as Head of Events & Partnerships, marking a strategic step in the group’s commitment to reimagine how it inspires, educates and connects its members through creative design and delivery of events.
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Cameron Kusher joins The Agency as Insights Partner
The Agency has strengthened its national market intelligence capability, appointing respected property economist Cameron Kusher as its new Insights Partner.
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Land prices surge as supply constraints choke new home building
Median residential land prices hit a record $391,420 nationally, with land costs rising three times faster than inflation and more than triple the pace of construction cost increases over the past 25 years.
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Sean Cary’s styling strategy delivers $1.6M Noosaville sale in 32 days
Sean Cary knew that selling an investment property held for 12 years would require more than a standard listing approach. The Noosaville market was undersupplied but sluggish, with properties typically sitting for 60 to 90 days before finding a buyer. Sean had managed the four-bedroom home at 9 Sands Avenue for the vendors throughout their ownership. When they asked him…
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Strategic pricing delivers record result on Tarneit’s busiest street
A four-bedroom house at 9 Talisker Street, Tarneit has sold for $665,000 – the highest price achieved among five comparable properties on the same street – following a 26-day campaign by Jalpa Patel and Jerry Jacob of YPA Tarneit – Truganina. The two-bathroom, two-car family home on 375 square metres attracted four offers during the private treaty campaign, which concluded…
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The One Real Estate joins Barry Plant Eastern Group
Barry Plant Eastern Group has expanded its footprint across Melbourne’s eastern corridor, merging with The One Real Estate Box Hill in a move that strengthens its presence in Whitehorse and significantly enhances its international reach.
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JLL appoints Selina Short CEO of Australia and New Zealand
Experienced industry leader brings deep expertise in built environment strategy and client value creation
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FOUNDIT appoints Jeanne Anderson as senior buyer’s agent on the Mornington Peninsula
Property platform FOUNDIT expands its Mornington Peninsula presence with the appointment of Jeanne Anderson as senior buyer's agent, bringing local expertise and years of residential real estate experience to strengthen the company's technology-driven approach to buyer advocacy.
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Alistair Shearer joins Belle Property Mornington | Mount Eliza to lead next phase of property management growth
Belle Property Mornington | Mount Eliza has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of respected industry leader Alistair Shearer as Head of Property Management and equity partner, reinforcing the office’s commitment to building a best-in-class property management division on the Mornington Peninsula.
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Explore Property launches new website and flexible agreement model to support next phase of growth
Explore Property has unveiled a new website and refreshed brand platform designed to support its next stage of growth across Queensland.
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