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Rate hike signals slower gear for the housing market  

The Reserve Bank has raised interest rates in response to stubborn inflation. Experts assess the impact on borrowing power and property markets.

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FOUNDIT welcomes Anthony Butler as Senior Buyer’s Agent, strengthening its expert network

Fast-growing property platform FOUNDIT has appointed Anthony Butler as a Senior Buyer’s Agent, further expanding its national network…

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The Agency appoints Nicole MacGee as PM Head of Operations 

Highly experienced real estate executive Nicole MacGee has returned to The Agency as the Property Management division’s Head of Operations…

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Belle Property North Shore announces Patrick Lang as partner and principal

Belle Property is excited to announce the rebranding of its Lane Cove, Hunter’s Hill, Lindfield, Willoughby and Ryde…

Helen Politis secured $1.53 million for a Wynnum apartment, notably above the reserve after a strategic 60-day campaign pivoted to auction.
Agent Stories

Helen Politis achieves record price for ground floor apartment in Wynnum with a strategic auction pivot.

Strategic patience and a well-timed auction pivot deliver standout result for ground-floor bayside apartment

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National home prices reach new record despite uneven growth

Home prices across Australia have hit a new record high despite signs of slowing growth in major markets,…

Industry News

What drives people to sell? 

Housing transactions follow complex patterns beyond price growth, with volumes swinging dramatically as financial conditions, confidence, and lending…

Yeppoon agent Terry Delalande sells three-bedroom home for $1.3 million off-market after months of buyer nurturing, delivering zero-day result.
Agent Stories

Months of buyer nurturing delivers $1.3m Yeppoon result

Agent matches family buyers to half-acre home before listing

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House prices forecast to rise despite interest rate uncertainty

Australian house prices are expected to surge by 7.7 per cent this year, with growth momentum continuing into…

Real Estate Agent Events

Industry leaders unite to redefine real estate excellence

Over 1000 of Australia's top real estate performers gathered at The One Conference in Brisbane to collaboratively bridge…

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Josh Deluca returns to WA with CBRE appointment

Perth-born Josh Deluca has been appointed to a newly created Capital Markets role at CBRE's Western Australia Industrial…

People Moves

Cunninghams expands partnership with three new appointments

Cunninghams has appointed three new Partners to its business as the agency continues its expansion across Sydney's Northern…

Supplier News

Smashing records with $5.9 billion in sales, redefining real estate excellence in 2025

@realty caps off a standout year with record sales, rapid network growth and thousands of five-star client reviews…

People Moves

James Aroney joins Knight Frank’s NSW Capital Markets team

Knight Frank has appointed James Aroney as Partner, Institutional Sales, strengthening its New South Wales Capital Markets team.

People Moves

Annette Swaine opens Professionals Innisfail

North Queensland businesswoman and former political candidate Annette Swaine has launched Professionals Innisfail, already selling two homes in…

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REA Group appoints Gerard Connell as Executive General Manager, Sales

REA Group has welcomed Gerard Connell to the role of Executive General Manager, Sales. Gerard brings diverse international…

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DiJones strengthens its Hills District presence with appointment of Dean Muriti

DiJones Real Estate has announced the appointment of Dean Muriti to its Castle Hill office, bringing more than…

Industry News

Rental markets ease slightly, but pressure remains as vacancies stay below long-term norms

SQM Research data shows vacancy rates lifted slightly at year end, but most capital city rental markets remain…

Real Estate Agent Events

Finalists named for REA’s 2025 Excellence Awards

REA has shortlisted 24 submission finalists across eight categories who are now in the running for a top…

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Ben August: Strategy over sales in Cairns

In an industry where many still rely on charm, slogans or pressure tactics, Ben August has built a…

Franchise News

Ray White Buderim appoints experienced agent and auctioneer 

Ray White Buderim has announced the appointment of experienced real estate agent and auctioneer Chantel Dielwert, further strengthening…

Industry News

Agencies prioritise data ownership

Three-quarters of property professionals want to control their digital footprint, but advertising spend still flows to portals.

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Housing market confidence strong but varies by state

Housing market confidence remains strong across Australia heading into 2026, despite growing economic challenges and affordability concerns that…

People Moves

Linda Baker appointed first female President of REEF

Linda Baker has been appointed as the first female President of the Real Estate Employers' Federation (REEF) in…

Agent Stories

Eastern Suburbs buyers agent Albert Sassoon secures Bondi garden apartment in 24 hours for first-home buyers

Albert used 25 years of market knowledge to secure rare property type

Three-bedroom apartment at 1004/489 Hunter Street breaks building record at $900,000, with Jarrod Dickens securing pre-auction sale.
Agent Stories

Newcastle CBD apartment sets building record at $900,000

Three-bedroom property attracts competing buyers in 30-day campaign

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Jellis Craig looks to build on record-breaking year with four big-name hires

Building on a year which saw company records broken for number of sales, properties sold on individual auction…

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Ray White Cottesloe | Mosman Park appoints Head of Property Management

Ray White Cottesloe | Mosman Park has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of Rachel Hannah as…

Industry News

OECD urges housing reform as new data shows home building starts to lift

The OECD has called for higher social housing targets, tax reform and planning changes to tackle Australia’s affordability…

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John McGrath’s 10-year bet on a very different kind of real estate business

As compliance tightens and expectations rise, John McGrath believes the real estate industry is being forced to grow…

Capricorn Coast agent Rory Wex secures $1,415,000 for Taroomball house, $90,000 over asking, using competitive negotiation and team approach in two weeks.
Agent Stories

Team strategy delivers $90,000 premium in two-week Taroomball sale

Collaborative buyer management and strategic marketing secure premium result on Capricorn Coast

People Moves

Katrina Rathie joins Knight Frank Australia Boards

Award-winning lawyer and business leader Katrina Rathie has been appointed as an Independent Non-Executive Director to the Knight…

People Moves

Aurora Property welcomes prestige specialists to Brisbane team

High-performing sales agents Jill Wright-Wotton and Tony Duncombe have joined Aurora Property, bringing their expertise in Brisbane's Inner…

People Moves

Nitin Puri opens new Laing+Simmons office in Sydney’s north west

Experienced agent Nitin Puri has launched Laing+Simmons Oakville|Windsor as the network kicks off another year of expansion.

People Moves

Daniel de la Vega appointed CEO of ONE Sotheby’s International Realty

Daniel de la Vega has been named Chief Executive Officer of ONE Sotheby's International Realty, while founder Mayi…