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EAC embraces online property auctions
The Estate Agents Co-operative (EAC) has paired with Sale Ezy to offer online property auction capability to their members. Described as “Australia’s first and most cutting-edge, end-to-end online sales and auction platform”, Sale Ezy will allow agents to host online property auctions while ensuring all compliance issues like vendor ID checks are taken care of. It will also allow the…
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Belle Property bolsters its Buyer Advisory service with key appointment
Brady Yoshia, an established buyer advisor, has joined Belle Property Pymble as the Director of Buyers Agency, as Principal Michael Doran launches Buyer Advisory to his market on Sydney’s North Shore. CEO of Belle Property, Peter Hanscomb welcomed Brady to the network, recognising the skillset she brings. “With Brady joining our network, this is a critical step in the direction…
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Ray White Lower North Shore enters Crows Nest
Directors David Gillan and Richard Harding are at the helm of a team based in one of Sydney’s most liveable suburbs. “We’re bringing with us the experience and strengths of the Ray White Lower North Shore Group to Ray White Crows Nest,” Mr Gillan said. “We have access to the biggest buyer pool in the Lower North Shore, which includes…
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Max Martinucci joins OBrien Real Estate
Max Martinucci, award-winning agent in Oakleigh South, has joined OBrien Real Estate with the intentions of opening his own agency within the fast growing network. Corporate Director Darren Hutchins said Max Martinucci is passionate about the Oakleigh and Monash area, its people, the community and getting premium real estate results. “Max is a highly valued addition to our team and…
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Di Jones appoints Michelle Light
Di Jones Real Estate is continuing the successful roll out of Branch Managers across the network with the appointment of Michelle Light as Branch Manager for its North Shore Operations. Ms Light has almost 20 years’ experience across the real estate profession and most recently was NSW Regional Manager for LJ Hooker. Di Jones CEO Rob Ward said Michelle’s energy…
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Belle Property announces key appointment within the Corporate team
With a strong focus on growth and people development, Belle Property has appointed Nick Boyd as Head of Sales and Business Development, starting next month. Since 2012 Nick has been working in educational roles within the real estate industry as well as others. “We are extremely excited to welcome Nick back to Belle Property. He has always been very involved…
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OBrien Real Estate extends network into Melbourne’s Northern Suburbs
Victorian Boutique franchise group OBrien Real Estate established its first franchise office in February 2013 and now has just opened its 25th office located in the growth belt of the outer northern suburbs. OBrien Real Estate originated from the south east corridor some 42 km’s from Melbourne’s CBD and until recently had all its offices situated on the east side…
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Top Hinterland sales team now in two locations
The well-established Maleny team, which has been selling Hinterland homes for more than five years, is now in Montville, with experienced agent Susan Brant heading the RE/MAX Hinterland Montville office. “I’ve very excited to be investing my time more intensely in the clients and communities of Montville, Mapleton and Flaxton,” said Mrs Brant who has been with RE/MAX Hinterland since…
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Starr Partners rolls out virtual reality
Boutique real estate group, Starr Partners, has begun to roll out virtual reality and other interactive tools across its agency network, giving buyers the ability to step inside a property from anywhere in the world. Starr Partners has equipped 12 of its offices with virtual reality headsets, with plans for an extensive rollout over the coming months. Douglas Driscoll, CEO…
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Laing+Simmons Hornsby finds new faces and focus
And with the change in ownership comes a renewed focus on the local community that will see two local charities in particular benefit. Ms Hardy, who has lived in the Hornsby area for 17 years and been at the forefront of the local property market for the past five years, will donate $250 for every property the office sells to…
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Di Jones appoints Hornsby market specialist Adam Noakes
Di Jones Real Estate has appointed Hornsby Shire market specialist Adam Noakes to join the team at its Wahroonga office. Di Jones CEO Rob Ward said Adam has built a reputation for professionalism, integrity and always going the extra mile to achieve the best results for his clients. “Friendly, energetic and with a strong customer focus, Adam offers a level…
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The Austar Group joins Ray White New Zealand
The eight residential and one commercial Ray White Austar offices officially open this week, bringing the total number of Ray White New Zealand offices to 166, with 71 of those based in Auckland. Ray White Austar directors Craig Smith, Len Day and Amy Anderson lead a team driven by the ambition to be West Auckland’s market leaders. “Our driving goal…
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First National Real Estate returns to Grafton
First National Real Estate has announced the opening of a new office in Grafton. First National Real Estate Grafton joins more than 400 successful members throughout Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific, and offers the most progressive property services currently available. “Leveraging the success of First National Real Estate Yamba, our new Grafton office will offer clients a range…
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First National Real Estate Leadership Awards recognise young change-makers
Some young up-and-comers have been recognised with First National Real Estate Leadership Awards. Grant Milbourne, 28, of Lenah Valley was the winner at the 2018 Tasmanian Young Achiever Awards and was presented with his title by Ray Ellis, Chief Executive of First National. Mr Milbourne founded ‘I’ME’ or Insight Mindfulness Education, a not-for-profit organisation that supports youth wellbeing and mental health.…
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Ray White Myrtleford’s new owners are familiar faces
Sandra Dondio is continuing her swift rise up the real estate industry ranks as she takes over ownership of Ray White Myrtleford, with the support of her husband Dean Johnson. Ms Dondio was born and raised in the attractive northeast Victorian town of Myrtleford, which is on the scenic Great Alpine Road between Wangaratta and Bright. Almost three years after…
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Starr Partners expands further into south-west Sydney
Starr Partners is expanding further into the growing south-west Sydney region, with a new office due to open in Narellan on 1 May. The Narellan office will be the sixth addition to the string of successful offices already operating in the south-western suburbs, including Campbelltown, Liverpool, Miller, Bankstown and Minto. Starr Partners CEO Douglas Driscoll said, “We are focused on…
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Ray White welcomes Aaron McDonald back to the agency
Melbourne auctioneer and agent Aaron McDonald has been welcomed back to one of Victoria’s leading agencies, Ray White, with open arms. Mr McDonald said he was excited be back at Ray White after running his own business and working with a local agency, where he was awarded the number one sales agent from 2014 to 2017. He has successfully helped…
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Agent Katheryn Purdy joins Di Jones Wahroonga
Di Jones Real Estate continues a string of appointments with sales agent Katheryn Purdy joining its Wahroonga team. “A specialist in the St Ives area, Katheryn is a strong negotiator with a passion for providing exceptional client service,” Di Jones CEO Rob Ward said. “Katheryn is highly skilled at creating strategic sales and marketing campaigns to suit the specific needs…
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NGU Real Estate opens Greater Springfield office
NGU Real Estate is proud to announce the opening of its Greater Springfield office. NGU Real Estate Greater Springfield is the innovative real estate agency’s sixth office to launch since the Queensland-based company opened its doors two years ago. NGU Real Estate CEO Emil Juresic is thrilled to have NGU Real Estate Greater Springfield director Kurt Cockburn on board. “Kurt…
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Century 21 agents to get some inspirational island time at the start of winter
Century 21 agents will experience an endless summer this year with the network’s Australasian Convention to be held on Hamilton Island in early June. Hundreds of agents from across Australia and New Zealand will be treated to internationally renowned speakers, cutting-edge training and exciting new company announcements – all planned around special events that will exploit the breathtaking views of…
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Top Ray White principal advises The Mentor
Matt Lancashire, the number one selling principal in Ray White’s Queensland network, was humbled to be chosen by businessman Mark Bouris for his new hit reality TV show, The Mentor. The first of Seven’s new seven-part reality makeover series The Mentor, which aired last night, centred on a family real estate agency in Moreton Bay. “I felt humbled that Mark…
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Stone Real Estate strengthen Sydney position with Hills office
Stone Real Estate have announced Jane Booty and Tony Didd will lead the group’s latest office which opened in Castle Hill this week. “I’m looking forward to being able to offer the best tools and systems to our agents which in turn will improve our service to all Hills residents,” Ms Booty said. Adding considerable weight to Ms Booty’s team will be the…
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Elders recognises Rob Rickard for the seventh year in a row
Elders Rural Real Estate Sales Specialist, Rob Rickard, has been recognised at the Elders Real Estate Awards as National Rural Salesperson of the Year, together with Victorian Salesperson of the Year for the seventh consecutive year. Servicing the Camperdown and Mortlake region since 2001, Mr Rickard attributes his success to offering a high level of service to clients within his…
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The Hills continue to be green pastures for Century 21
The success Century 21 has enjoyed in booming north-west Sydney is set to reach new heights with star Hills agent, Martin Baldacchino, opting to open Century 21 The Hills District with Rafi Younes, one of the network’s most successful agents and franchise owners. Mr Baldacchino and Mr Younes both enjoy Centurion status within the network, one of Century 21’s highest…
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Di Jones urges support for Dress for Success
Donations of women’s clothing, shoes and accessories are being accepted at the office of Di Jones Real Estate Beecroft as part of a drive to help support women in their return to the job market. Di Jones CEO Rob Ward said the Beecroft branch has committed to the charity, Dress for Success, in 2017 and will again be a drop-off…
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Harcourts expands with three new business partnerships
Harcourts Group Australia has announced three new national business partnerships. “The new partnerships enhance the offerings available to property owners and property managers, giving Harcourts clients the protection and peace of mind so often sought in the property management space,” said Cathie Crampton, Harcourts Head of Property Management. Harcourts national business partners cover a wide range of products and services…
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First National Real Estate to sponsor The Adelaide Thunderbirds
First National Real Estate is proud to announce a corporate partner sponsorship of Netball SA and Suncorp Super Netball team, the Adelaide Thunderbirds. The twelve-month sponsorship will see the Adelaide Thunderbirds underpin First National Real Estate’s commitment to creating opportunities for kids to engage with their sports role models through free tickets and regional clinics in Moonta and Waikerie. A…
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Leading Brisbane agents joins Belle Property
With an ambition to become a Principal in the next two years, Brisbane agent Matt O’Neill has joined Belle Property Ascot. Starting his real estate career over eight years ago, Mr O’Neill worked his way up to establish himself, and his colleague, Josh Procopis, as a top performing and consistent team in Brisbane. “I started from nothing and built traction…
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Realmark uses social media for the greater good
Last week Realmark turned their social media marketing on Facebook into greater good for the community, raising valuable funds for the charity ‘Racing for MNDi’. The Realmark team was approached by client and football hero Nic Naitanui, who is heavily involved in the Racing for MNDi Foundation. Racing for MNDi aims to raise the profile of Motor Neurone Disease (MND) in Australia…
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Lennox Head homecoming for top real estate agent Nick Bordin
Top real estate agent Nick Bordin makes the move to the North Coast, joining Elders Real Estate Lennox Head, following a stellar career in Sydney. Originally from the Northern Rivers town of Kyogle, Mr Bordin moved to the North Coast to pursue a career in real estate when he was just 18. Mr Bordin puts his big city success down…
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William Chen and Anton Zhouk spearhead Buxton’s Boroondara expansion
Already familiar faces in Boroondara, leading agents William Chen and Anton Zhouk have been announced as the Directors of Buxton’s newest office in Balwyn. A Balwyn resident himself, William Chen has lived and worked in the area for the past 10 years and is looking forward to joining the Buxton brand. He has sold close to a billion dollars’ worth of…
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Upper North Shore specialist joins Di Jones
The expansion of Di Jones Real Estate continues with the appointment of sales agent and Upper North Shore specialist Mae Chan. Di Jones CEO Rob Ward said with almost a decade of experience in the real estate industry, Mae has built a reputation in the Upper North Shore market for service excellence, exceptional results and commitment to her clients. “Mae…
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Raine & Horne opens new office in Craigieburn
Raine & Horne has opened its 20th new office in the last six months, with the launch of a business in Melbourne’s north, with Gerry Verma and Terry Singh at the helm. Randolph Clements, Managing Director, Raine & Horne Victoria, said, “Craigieburn is strategically vital to our expansion as it is now a suburb to watch after being overlooked by owner-occupiers…
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Ray White’s Cameron Crombie wins gold for Australia
Congratulations Cameron Crombie of Ray White Canberra, who won a gold medal in the F38 shot put at the Commonwealth Games this week. By day the star athlete is a sales agent at Ray White Canberra in the capital city. “It won’t sink in for a while yet, it could be a few weeks or months. I haven’t had much…
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Raine & Horne focuses on regional growth with new Cowra office
After opening 20 offices since September 2017, mostly in capital cities, Raine & Horne is expanding its brand reach in regional Australia with the launch of Raine & Horne Cowra this week. The new office is led by former Raine & Horne sales whiz David Fagan, who was among the group’s best sales agents before launching into a stellar sales…
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