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Janey Pagels’ twilight approach secures buyer who’d been waiting months for Breelya Rise return
A twilight photography approach and premium positioning delivered multiple interested buyers for Janey Pagels' architecturally designed Livingston Park Estate home — including one determined buyer who'd been waiting months for another chance on this street.
Perfect buyer match delivers a record result for Forster’s Solaris complex
An interstate retiree relocating to Forster found the perfect three-bedroom apartment in their preferred building before it hit…
Alice in Wonderland garden seals Chisholm sale
Abbey Morris' database targeting and presentation-first approach delivered a quick sale in Chisholm, proving that turnkey properties attract…
Customers to join REA Group Hackdays event to accelerate industry innovation
REA Group opens its flagship Hackdays innovation event to customers, inviting real estate businesses to co-design AI-driven solutions…
FOUNDIT doubles Eastern Suburbs presence with second buyer’s agent partner Mark Amos
Mark Amos brings two decades of property acquisition experience as the platform responds to demand in one of…
Harcourts Property Centre expands with three Brisbane acquisitions
The South East Queensland agency is adding two Bayside businesses and opening a New Farm office as part…
Tim Fraser brings $1.8 billion track record to Ray White Upper North Shore
The luxury market specialist, who has dominated the $10 million-plus segment between Wahroonga and Turramurra, joins after two…
Ray White Ballarat opens satellite office in Lucas growth corridor
The agency has partnered with land developer Integra Group to establish a presence in the master-planned community seven…
When insurance doesn’t deliver
When insurance falls short, the impact reaches far beyond the landlord, placing pressure on property managers, straining relationships,…
Sarah Broad joins rare ranks of female commercial real estate owners
Sarah Broad isn’t just stepping into a new role; she’s shattering one of the most persistent glass ceilings…
Rental housing should be treated as an essential service
Survey data shows landlords largely agree with renters on need for stronger protections, creating both compliance challenges and…
Housing splits as Sydney and Melbourne slow, Perth leads
Sydney and Melbourne house prices fall in the March quarter as borrowing constraints and weaker sentiment weigh on…
Back-to-back auctioneering champion joins Ray White A T Realty
Robert Tulp, who won REINZ's top auctioneering title in 2024 and 2025, will work exclusively with the Auckland…
Belle Property opens new Central Coast office in Blue Bay
Local agents Josh Froud and Ricky Cavarra launch the new office, targeting buyers seeking coastal lifestyle properties in…
Findings from PropTech AI Advisory Board reveal thebiggest challenges to estate agents
New advisory board reveals how AI is reshaping agent productivity, data quality, and prospecting workflows
Budget needs to focus on action, not talk to fix housing crisis
LJ Hooker calls for Budget action to redirect property tax revenue into housing supply, affordability and mobility amid…
Knight Frank bolsters franchise team with new operations hire
Mary McLean joins from CBRE as the network expands through its McGrath partnership.
REMAX gathers top agents for exclusive Brisbane summit
More than 40 of the network's million-dollar-plus performers gathered at The Calile Hotel for professional development sessions with…
McGrath expands with 120-year-old Cootamundra agency in Riverina
The Pellow family's regional franchise group adds its sixth office, bringing Ron Loiterton Real Estate's property management portfolio…
Bondi Rescue’s Harrison Reid swaps lifeguard tower for real estate
The longtime TV lifeguard has joined New Zealand's top Harcourts franchise to work alongside agent Cameron Bailey.
Elisa McMahon delivers $4 million Clayfield result in 21 days after strategic campaign reset
Elisa McMahon's strategic reset of a previously listed Clayfield character home delivered a $4 million result in just…
Database discipline delivers $180,000 uplift in three days
When vendors tried to sell without an agent for $1.55 million, Elle Ritson stepped in with her database…
REMAX and Real brokerage strike US$880M deal to remodel global real estate
Global scale meets local expertise: REMAX Australia prepares for an AI-powered future following its parent company's US$880 million…
Former Wallaby Matt Gibbon swaps scrums for sales at Harcourts
After a knee injury ended his professional rugby career, the qualified electrician is bringing his building background and…
Shayne Mele: From finance to property investment expert
For Shayne Mele, property has always been the common thread running through his diverse business career.
What the 2026 Federal Budget should focus on to fix housing
As Australia heads into the federal budget, housing policy should focus on boosting supply, protecting rental stock and…
Why the Right Voices Matter More Than Ever in Property Management
There’s no shortage of industry events in real estate.
Network call unlocks off-market Bli Bli opportunity for Brisbane based investors
Tim Allen's network-driven approach and thorough due diligence secured an off-market Sunshine Coast investment with granny flat potential…
Narrow frontage becomes the value hook in $2.285m Enfield auction
A targeted database campaign and strategic value positioning delivered 93 inspections, five registered bidders, and a result $135,000…
Domain delivers another record-strong quarter, reaching 8 million Australians across Q1 2026
Domain delivers a record-strong Q1 2026, reaching 8 million Australians with double-digit growth across visits, app usage and…
The Kolmeo State of Property Management Survey wants your voice heard
If you’ve ever felt like your workload doesn’t match your pay, you’re not imagining it.
Coronis becomes Brisbane Broncos’ official real estate partner
The multi-office agency gains access to the NRL club's high-performance environment as part of a sponsorship deal that…
Brisbane leads global luxury property shift
Global wealth growth and severe prestige stock shortages are reshaping Australia’s luxury property landscape, led by Brisbane.
Christie Nelson: Building a brand built on genuine relationships
After more than two decades in real estate, Christie Nelson has returned to the industry with renewed focus…
‘A wake-up call’: Industry braces for impact after 2Apply privacy ruling
2Apply found in breach of Privacy Act: what the landmark ruling means for renters and real estate agencies