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RWC celebrates record-breaking year at international awards
The RWC Annual International Awards for FY2024/25 took centre stage last night at The Star Gold Coast, the evening before the highly anticipated Connect 2025 conference - the largest ever hosted by Australia's biggest real estate group.
Ray White Rural and Livestock celebrates its 2025 winners
More than 250 guests attended the annual Ray White Rural and Livestock awards at the Gold Coast to…
“You’ve got to go for the overtake”: Daniel Ricciardo on resilience, setbacks and holding onto the wins
From go-kart tracks in Perth to the podiums of Formula 1, Daniel Ricciardo has learned that success isn’t…
“We remain the hunter” – Dan White on the next chapter for Ray White
Dan White doesn’t just talk about Ray White’s history, he treats it like a living asset. To him,…
The White brothers on growth, innovation, and the next chapter for the Ray White Group
Dan, Sam, and Ben White took the stage to share how the group’s businesses have evolved, the framework…
Leadership vs management: lessons from the Harvard scholar and the Ray White chairman
Harvard leadership expert Boris Groysberg and Ray White Chairman Brian White AO share the decision-making habits, culture shifts,…
Government eases borrowing constraints for Australians with HECS debt
The federal government has instructed financial regulators to update their guidance on how HELP debts are assessed during…
Rate cut expected to boost borrowing power and house prices
The Reserve Bank of Australia is widely expected to cut interest rates this week, increasing borrowing capacity for…
Oliver Hume launches Oli Property investment service
Oliver Hume Property Group has launched Oli Property, a new property buyers' service designed to help investors access…
Sam Alexander joins Savills as Associate Director
Sam Alexander has been appointed Associate Director, Agency at Savills South Australia, bringing his extensive experience in Investment…
Chris Noble joins Savills as Industrial Occupier Services Director
Savills Australia and New Zealand has appointed Chris Noble as Director to its Victoria business, strengthening its Industrial…
Simon and Taya Parsons take over LJ Hooker Pinnacle Property
Long-time staff members Simon and Taya Parsons have purchased one of Tasmania's busiest agencies, LJ Hooker Pinnacle Property,…
Jellis Craig announces significant merger, joining forces with leading Bayside real estate group, Chisholm & Gamon
In a move that enhances the service capabilities and market leadership of Victoria’s premiere property agency Jellis Craig,…
Harcourts Elevate celebrates grand opening in style
Harcourts Elevate officially opened its doors with a glamorous grand opening event, showcasing their stunning new, state-of-the-art offices.
Student housing crisis deepens in Greece as rents skyrocket ahead of academic year
Greece’s student housing market is buckling under the pressure of soaring demand and limited supply, with parents and…
New ACCC rules set to reshape commercial property deals with major supermarkets
Commercial property landlords with major supermarket tenants face significant regulatory changes from January 2026, with new mandatory ACCC…
Slight uptick in auctions hints at stronger spring momentum
Australia’s auction market is showing early signs of renewed energy, with a slight rise in listings this week…
Hong Kong awaits mainland investment as major commercial assets hit the market
Mainland investors tipped to play key role as landmark Hong Kong assets hit the market
Ronnie Singh launches First National RS Group, pledging a personal community-centred approach
Award‑winning Perth agent Ronnie Singh has opened the doors of First National Real Estate RS Group, realising a long‑held ambition to lead…
Ray White Annerley and Moorooka join forces for further growth
Ray White Annerley and Ray White Moorooka are combining their strengths in order to grow their footprint in…
New suburb approved for Melbourne’s expanding outer north
A major residential development has been approved for Melbourne’s outer north, with the Victorian Government greenlighting the Beveridge…
Shannen Doherty’s Malibu estate lists for US$9.5M one year after her death
The late actress’s cherished Malibu retreat, designed for privacy and connection, is now on the market for AU $14.25…
Nakita Tate: From functional to excellence in elevating real estate operations
Nakita Tate understands the difference between a functional real estate business and a truly exceptional one, and she…
Nadine Catley joins Harcourts Real Estate Training Centre as Online Training Manager
Harcourts Real Estate Training Centre (HRETC) has proudly announced the addition of Nadine Catley to their team as…
New Zealand property values flat as market uncertainty persists
National property values in New Zealand edged down by 0.2% in July, with the housing market showing little…
Family wallets under pressure: 6% of Aussies helped loved ones with rent or a deposit
Finder report shows the cost of housing is increasingly a shared burden among family members
One-third of non-homeowners have abandoned their property dreams
A growing number of Australians have given up on the dream of homeownership, with more than a third…
Housing market pauses in July but poised for rebound with expected rate cuts
Australia's housing market experienced a significant slowdown in July following the Reserve Bank's decision to hold interest rates,…
UK house prices rebounded 0.6 per cent last month
UK house prices increased by 0.6 per cent in July following a 0.9 per cent fall in June,…
REMAX Australia welcomes new Brisbane office
The opportunity to align business goals with a powerhouse brand has led to Brisbane real estate professionals Jimmy…
Harcourts Shine launches in South Australia
Harcourts SA has announced the grand opening of Harcourts Shine, bringing together trusted expertise and a modern, people-first…
Five fresh features: realestate.com.au drops smarter, more immersive app experience for spring
Realestate.com.au unveils five AI-powered app features for spring, including immersive walkthrough videos and instant property highlights, designed to…
Top agent Chris Davies joins Ray White Lower North Shore Group
In a powerful move set to redefine real estate in one of Sydney's most tightly held and high-performing…
Christie’s launches dedicated crypto real estate division as demand for digital property deals grows
The luxury property firm becomes the first major brokerage to establish a dedicated team for crypto-only deals, signalling…
Property values rise across all capitals as housing market strengthens
National dwelling values have increased for the sixth consecutive month, with every capital city recording growth as the…