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Justin Nickerson to auction 2025 House for Life

Award-winning auctioneer Justin Nickerson will take the stage to auction the 2025 House for Life on April 5, with proceeds supporting Mater Little Miracles.

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George Wilkinson joins Burgess Rawson Tasmania

Burgess Rawson has strengthened its Tasmanian team with the appointment of George Wilkinson as a Sales Executive.

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Belle Property Northern Beaches creates region’s largest real estate network

Belle Property Northern Beaches has unified eight offices under a single ownership structure, creating the largest real estate…

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Greg Allan joins Harcourts Solutions Group leadership team

Greg Allan has been appointed as Director & Business Owner at Harcourts Solutions Group, joining the leadership bench…

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Greg Brydon appointed first General Manager of Apollo Auctions

Apollo Auctions, the largest independent real estate auction house in Australasia, has appointed Greg Brydon as its first-ever…

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Andrew Friebe returns to Harcourts as Queensland CEO

Andrew Friebe has been appointed as the new CEO for Harcourts Queensland, returning to the brand after previously…

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Nine in talks to sell Domain stake to US real estate giant

Media reports have suggested Nine Entertainment has entered negotiations to sell its controlling stake in Domain to US…

Industry News

Victoria leads Australia’s population growth as housing shortfall looms

New data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) shows Australia’s population grew by 484,000 people (1.8%) in…

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Lagging construction might mean rent will rise in the US

Declining multifamily construction permits could lead to higher rent prices in major metros despite recent rent decreases.

Celebrity Homes

Sonia Kruger sells Mosman mansion for nearly $20 Million

Gold Logie-winning TV presenter Sonia Kruger and her partner Craig McPherson have sold their stunning Mosman home for…

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Rate wars could see borrowers opt for longer fixed terms

New Zealand borrowers may soon shift away from short-term fixed mortgages as banks engage in "rate wars" offering…

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LJ Hooker calls for urgent housing action ahead of Federal Budget

Australia’s housing crisis is in the spotlight as LJ Hooker urges the Federal Government to fast-track solutions to…

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REIV calls for tax reform to boost Victoria’s housing supply

The Real Estate Institute of Victoria (REIV) is urging the Victorian Government to implement property tax reforms to…

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Elections don’t actually impact the property market

Contrary to popular belief, Federal elections have little effect on Australia's property market, according to new research.

International

Dar Global invests AUD$613 million in Saudi Arabia’s residential market

Luxury real estate developer Dar Global has made a significant move in Saudi Arabia’s booming property market, investing…

Celebrity Homes

Rock icons and fine wine: Tallagandra Hill hits the market

A celebrity-favourite winery and events venue, which has hosted some of Australia’s biggest music legends, is now on…

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Big wins for home sellers, but unit owners feel the pinch

Australian home sellers achieved record-breaking profits in the December 2024 quarter, with a median nominal gain of $306,000,…

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View Media Group’s view.resi solution delivered a 27% increase in Open For Inspection attendees

Following the launch of View Media Group’s view.resi solution in late 2024, VMG has released the results from…

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David Coombes opens third office in Boorowa

The market-leading team at Ray White Young and Ray White Harden in the South West Slopes region of…

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Next step in business leads to alignment with RE/MAX

RE/MAX Australia has welcomed prominent business operators and community identities Jitendra and Sandy Deo to the network, as…

Celebrity Homes

New York’s Woolworth mansion drops price to just under US$50 Million

A landmark Upper East Side townhouse, known as the Woolworth Mansion, has seen its asking price slashed by…

Industry News

Trump’s tariffs push up construction costs for US developers

Real estate developers across the US are facing rising costs as President Donald Trump’s latest tariffs increase prices…

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Brisbane and Gold Coast property markets bounce back after Cyclone Alfred

Just a week after Cyclone Alfred disrupted open homes and auctions, Brisbane and the Gold Coast real estate…

Celebrity Homes

Ellen DeGeneres lists one of her last US homes following UK move

Ellen DeGeneres is continuing to shed her US real estate portfolio, putting one of her last remaining Montecito,…

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Trillions in real estate at risk from natural disasters

Natural disasters are threatening trillions of dollars worth of residential real estate across the United States, with extreme…

Franchise News

Natalie Snooks: A family legacy in City Beach

For Natalie Snooks, real estate isn't just a career – it's a family tradition that spans multiple generations…

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Five years on: COVID-19’s lasting impact on Australia’s housing market

Five years after COVID-19 was declared a global pandemic, its influence on Australia’s housing market remains strong, with…

Supplier News

Direct Connect adds novated leases to service list in exciting partnership with Oly

Direct Connect prides itself on the quality of our connections. Our service partners are highly regarded in their…

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Barry Plant’s International Women’s Day Lunch Spotlights Important Conversations

International Women’s Day is a time to listen to, learn from, and celebrate women.

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High-performing local agent to open Ray White Pyes Pa

Ray White real estate expert Kale Kirk has made a significant mark on the industry after starting his…

People Moves

Shay family celebrates 120 years of combined service at LJ Hooker

The Shay family has marked a remarkable milestone with all four members reaching 21 years of continuous service…

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Harri Williams-Jones joins JLL’s Residential Project Sales team

JLL has appointed Harri Williams-Jones as Senior Director in its newly established Residential Project Sales and Marketing team…

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Rental prices drop in Auckland and Wellington, offering relief for renters

New data from realestate.co.nz shows that rental prices have dropped in two of New Zealand’s largest cities, with…

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Harcourts dominates at LVD Auctioneering World Championships

Mark McGoldrick from Harcourts Monarch Real Estate has claimed the Premier Division title at the prestigious LVD Auctioneering…