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New era of growth at Ray White Caloundra

Ray White Caloundra has announced a significant leadership evolution with the appointment of Natascha Drexel-Munro as co-Principal and Business Owner, joining long-standing Principal Andrew Garland in a dynamic partnership poised to lead the agency into its next chapter.

Anna Younan of Gilbert + Younan turned around a stalled Pemulwuy listing in one week by recalibrating price expectations and re-engaging past buyers.
Agent Stories

Macarthur principal resets price guide, sells stalled listing in seven days

Gilbert + Younan principal recalibrates vendor expectations to unlock $1.28m result

Buyer's agent Timothy Paul Allen secured a Cotton Tree townhouse in Maroochydore for $895,000, beating two competing offers through six-hour negotiations.
Just Sold

Buyer’s agent secures Cotton Tree townhouse in six-hour negotiation

Timothy Allen leverages local network to beat competing offers in sought-after Sunshine Coast location

People Moves

Ron English and Lissa Holgate expand with strategic acquisition

LJ Hooker Gladstone has acquired LJ Hooker Boyne Tannum as part of a strategic expansion in Central Queensland's…

People Moves

Paul Noonan appointed Head of Capital Markets at JLL Queensland

Paul Noonan has been appointed as Head of Capital Markets – Queensland at JLL, expanding his leadership role…

People Moves

Chris Hynes joins Colliers as Regional Director

Industry veteran Chris Hynes has been appointed Regional Director at Colliers' Occupier Services business in Melbourne, bringing over…

People Moves

Professionals expands Central Queensland footprint with new Yeppoon office

Experienced real estate principal Mike Suthers has joined the Professionals network, bringing his well-established Yeppoon office under the…

Macarthur Anna Younan achieved $1.2 million for a five-bedroom Elderslie house after adjusting price strategy mid-campaign, generating three contract requests.
Agent Stories

Price repositioning secures $1.2m for unique Elderslie family home

Macarthur agent converts hesitant buyers with mid-campaign price adjustment

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Victoria’s property tax reliance highest in Australia

Victoria is forecast to rely more heavily on property taxes than any other state in Australia, with new…

Industry News

Valentine’s Day postcode: Why Australia’s singles aren’t living in the same neighbourhood

New Census analysis reveals stark gender imbalances across Australian suburbs at every age, as men and women follow…

Real Estate Agent Events

REA Excellence Award winners announced for 2025 

REA Group has unveiled the 2025 REA Excellence Awards winners, with OC Real Estate claiming two major titles…

Carol Tuckett secures $730,000 for a Kelmscott house, leveraging her in-house renovation team and strategic presentation to generate eight offers.
Agent Stories

Kelmscott house sale exceeds expectations by $80,000 in seven days

Strategic renovation and professional cleaning drive eight offers in seven days

Anna Younan converts 12-year vendor relationship into six-day $1.15 million sale at Harrington Park, securing three offers in 24 hours for tenanted property.
Agent Stories

Macarthur agent converts 12-year relationship into swift six-day sale

A considered private treaty campaign balances timing, tenancy and long-term relationships

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Growth continues for DiJones in the Southern Highlands with Hayley Sneddon joining the brand

DiJones has strengthened its Southern Highlands team with the addition of experienced real estate professional Hayley Sneddon, as…

Franchise News

Leo Edwards: Digital pioneer transforming coastal real estate

Former financial services professional Leo Edwards has transformed coastal real estate near Melbourne through digital innovation, building a…

Industry News

‘Death tax by stealth’: Why inherited homes may hit the market faster

Proposed ATO changes could accelerate estate sales, tighten timelines and pull agents into more tax-driven conversations with grieving…

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realestate.com.au launches its first real estate app for ChatGPT

Realestate.com.au brings property search to ChatGPT, allowing Aussies to find homes through natural conversation rather than traditional filters.

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Ray White kicks off 2026 with biggest ever launch event in Melbourne

CEO Domenic Belfiore challenges agents to pursue market leadership while staying true to core values as network celebrates…

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Harcourts Foundation paves the way for Sunshine Butterflies with $5,000 grant

Sunshine Butterflies, the beloved disability support charity nestled in the Noosa countryside, has received a $5,000 boost from…

Back to Basics

Thinking of switching careers into real estate? Read this first

With career-changers flooding into real estate, a former compliance professional outlines why the industry still rewards discipline, mentoring…

Partner Content

FOUNDIT appoints Thomas Georgiou as Founding Partner and National Head of Buyer Agent Services 

Property platform FOUNDIT appoints Thomas Georgiou as Founding Partner and National Head of Buyer Agent Services, bringing 22…

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Housing costs driving inflation despite RBA rate hikes

The Reserve Bank of Australia's recent interest rate increase highlights a growing disconnect between monetary policy and housing-driven…

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Aussie partners with Stockdale & Leggo

Aussie Home Loans (Aussie) and leading real estate agency Stockdale & Leggo today announced a strategic home loan…

Anna sold a three-bedroom Ambarvale home for $1.015 million in 24 hours after strategic Friday listing generated eight offers.
Agent Stories

Strategic timing drives $1.015 million Ambarvale sale in 24 hours

Gilbert + Younan agent generates eight offers from Friday evening listing and Saturday open house

Five-bedroom Yeppoon house with black mould and water damage attracted 19 registered bidders, selling $220,000 over reserve through vision-focused marketing.
Agent Stories

Vision over condition: how a Yeppoon renovator attracted 19 registered bidders

Five-bedroom house needing significant renovation and repair exceeds reserve by $220,000

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When perks fall short: property management looks to healthcare to tackle burnout

As staff burnout continues to challenge property management, one agency is trialling accessible healthcare to reduce pressure and…

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Established Alderley agent Janine McDonald rebrands and starts new chapter with Harcourts Solutions

After 28 years as a trusted name in Alderley real estate, seasoned real estate professional Janine McDonald is…

Franchise News

Ray White Queensland appoints property management growth specialist 

Ray White Queensland has appointed property management expert Jamie-Lee Billerwell as Network Specialist - Property Management Growth.

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CGT discount to cost $247 billion over next decade, analysis shows

New Parliamentary Budget Office figures reveal the tax measure will cost more in the next ten years than…

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Highland Kicks off the 2026 season with their annual Kickstart Sales Conference 

The Highland Annual Kickstart Conference launched with energy and enthusiasm this year, as the team gathered in the…

Selena Berry secures $1,455,000 for 50+ acre property in Adelaide Park after multi-year campaign, matching livestock capability with buyer interests.
Agent Stories

Rural expertise drives $1.45m result after multi-year Adelaide Park campaign

Agent's buyer connection ends long campaign with rural property result

Selena Berry of RMW Property Agents secured six offers on a Tanby acreage block in two weeks, with strategic marketing driving competitive interest.
Agent Stories

Tanby acreage block attracts six offers in two weeks

Strategic marketing drives six offers on vacant acreage block

Selena Berry sells four-bedroom Yeppoon home for $790,000 through strategic campaign that attracted multiple investor offers for coastal property.
Agent Stories

Coastal family home with Airbnb appeal sells for $790,000 in Yeppoon

Strategic presentation and buyer communication deliver competitive result for coastal Queensland home

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Government to sell off defence properties for $1.8 billion

Victoria Barracks sites in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane are among 67 defence properties identified for disposal as the…

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Ray White Rockhampton announces leadership evolution

Ray White Rockhampton is entering an important new chapter, with an evolved leadership structure designed to support the…