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Capital city home values crack $1 million as national prices hit new record
PropTrack’s February 2026 index shows national prices up 0.5% for the month and 9.1% annually, with Perth leading yearly growth and regional markets continuing to outperform the capitals.
First National Real Estate announces 2025 SA/NT state award winners
First National Real Estate honored its top SA and NT performers at the 2024 State Awards, with FN…
RWC announces James Linacre as CEO
RWC appoints James Linacre as CEO to lead its international expansion. Following his success as Head of Commercial,…
“Rightsizers” driving boom in prestige apartment market
Australians are embracing “rightsizing” into luxury apartments, driving a boom in prestige apartment sales. McGrath data reveals record…
Payday Super reforms will reshape real estate payroll from July 2026
Real estate agencies face major payroll and cashflow changes under the new Payday Super rules, with contributions due…
New land wealth levy could cut stamp duty for homebuyers
The McKell Institute proposes taxing land portfolios over $20 million to fund stamp duty reductions on new homes…
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…
The Agency expands into NSW South Coast’s Kiama and Gerringong
National real estate brand The Agency has launched its real estate offering into the seaside towns of Kiama…
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…
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…
Artist Hunt Slonem snaps up haunted Rhode Island mansion
The 43,772-square-foot Gilded Age estate served as the exterior for cult TV series "Dark Shadows" and is reportedly…
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…
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.
Ross Lewis joins Coronis Ascot
Experienced sales agent Ross Lewis has joined Coronis Ascot, adding to the high-performing team under Selling Principal Oliver…
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…
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…
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…
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…
REIQ returns to REIA after 11-year break, strengthening national real estate voice
Return gives Queensland agents a seat at the federal table and pathways to the REIA National Awards for…
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…
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…
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…
Michael Lezaja: Finding purpose in property success
Michael Lezaja has found his true calling helping everyday Australians build wealth through property.
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…
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…
REMAX celebrate excellence at annual awards
REMAX Australia put on the ultimate celebration for its members at its annual awards gala event held at…
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…
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…
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…
Harcourts NSW & Porsche Willoughby redefine networking
In an industry often defined by boardrooms and formal mixers, Harcourts NSW has chosen a different line.
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…
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…
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…
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…
Sean Cary’s styling strategy delivers $1.6M Noosaville sale in 32 days
A high-end styling investment and auction campaign cut the local market average in half for a four-bedroom Noosaville…