VIC Real Estate News
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Strategic pricing delivers record result on Tarneit’s busiest street
A four-bedroom house at 9 Talisker Street, Tarneit has sold for $665,000 – the highest price achieved among five comparable properties on the same street – following a 26-day campaign by Jalpa Patel and Jerry Jacob of YPA Tarneit – Truganina. The two-bathroom, two-car family home on 375 square metres attracted four offers during the private treaty campaign, which concluded…
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The One Real Estate joins Barry Plant Eastern Group
Barry Plant Eastern Group has expanded its footprint across Melbourne’s eastern corridor, merging with The One Real Estate Box Hill in a move that strengthens its presence in Whitehorse and significantly enhances its international reach.
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FOUNDIT appoints Jeanne Anderson as senior buyer’s agent on the Mornington Peninsula
Property platform FOUNDIT expands its Mornington Peninsula presence with the appointment of Jeanne Anderson as senior buyer's agent, bringing local expertise and years of residential real estate experience to strengthen the company's technology-driven approach to buyer advocacy.
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Alistair Shearer joins Belle Property Mornington | Mount Eliza to lead next phase of property management growth
Belle Property Mornington | Mount Eliza has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of respected industry leader Alistair Shearer as Head of Property Management and equity partner, reinforcing the office’s commitment to building a best-in-class property management division on the Mornington Peninsula.
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Daniel Condon: Following family footsteps to real estate in Frankston
After 20 years with the same agency, Daniel has doubled his income while staying true to his grandfather's advice about honesty in business.
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Jellis Craig hosts over 500 at inaugural marketing expo
Over 500 of Jellis Craig’s agents, directors and team members came together at Centrepiece at Olympic Park in Melbourne on Wednesday for the inaugural Jellis Craig Marketing Expo, held alongside the first Sales Conference of the year for the group.
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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 analysis confirming land tax and stamp duty are playing an increasingly central role in funding the state's budget.
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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 thriving business with social media marketing and transparent sales platforms. His "comfortable lifestyle business" maintains the region's highest list-to-sale price ratio while rejecting traditional franchise models.
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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 three consecutive record-breaking months.
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Truganina house sells $190,000 above median after previous agents fail to secure a buyer
A four-bedroom single-storey house at 9 Howell Crescent, Truganina has sold off-market for $860,000… $190,000 above the suburb’s four-bedroom median… through Jerry Jacob and Jalpa Patel of YPA Tarneit-Truganina. The result came from a database-first approach after the property had been marketed unsuccessfully with multiple agents. In a suburb where 953 houses sold in the past 12 months at a…
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Jellis Craig looks to build on record-breaking year with four big-name hires
Building on a year which saw company records broken for number of sales, properties sold on individual auction days and total sales volume, premium real estate agency Jellis Craig has announced four well-known new hires to kickstart an even bigger 2026.
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Victoria: housing and recovery support central to $19.5m bushfire assistance package
Emergency accommodation, recovery services and housing support form a key part of the $19.5 million bushfire assistance package in Victoria.
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Andrew McCalman joins Besser+Co as Sales Manager & Licensed Estate Agent
Besser+Co has welcomed experienced Melbourne agent Andrew McCalman to the team, appointing him as Sales Manager and Licensed Estate Agent as the business continues to expand its sales footprint.
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Inner Melbourne rental supply falls as landlords sell amid policy pressure
Thousands of rental homes have disappeared from Melbourne’s inner and middle-ring suburbs since 2017, with new data showing landlords selling amid rising taxes, tighter regulations and compliance costs.
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Standalone factory in Huntingdale secures $1.924 million in six-day campaign
A standalone brick factory at 32 Clifford Street, Huntingdale, has sold for $1.924 million in just six days on market, with Stefano Petsis executing the private treaty campaign. The industrial asset attracted eleven interested parties despite minimal marketing expenditure, with Stefano collaborating with Aston Commercial to deliver the result. “The vendors were thrilled with the speed of sale,” said Stefano…
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Strategic Thursday launch drives four offers for Wonga Park home in seven days
Four offers in seven days have driven competition for a Wonga Park family home marketed by Carl Payne of Barry Plant Lilydale, following a strategic Thursday launch with a $1.2–$1.3 million guide. A four-bedroom family home at 13 Packham Place, Wonga Park, has sold for $1,361,000 after just seven days on market, with Carl using strategic launch timing to drive…
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‘It just stinks of imbalance’: Andy Reid says proposed Victorian reserve-price laws miss the mark
Victoria’s proposal to mandate early disclosure of reserve prices has drawn sharp criticism from auctioneer Andy Reid, who says the move was presented as if already decided and risks creating an uneven playing field. He argues the plan targets owners, overlooks buyer behaviour and adds fresh confusion to an already strained market.
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Victoria strengthens underquoting laws to protect homebuyers
The Victorian Government is cracking down on underquoting in the real estate market with updated guidelines that establish clearer expectations for estate agents when determining a property's likely sale price.
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Strategic marketing drives four offers for Mount Eliza family house
Vicki Sayers has achieved a $3.133 million sale for a four-bedroom house at 15 Wimbledon Avenue Mount Eliza, through a targeted 19-day private treaty campaign. The result came from understanding the property’s natural buyer pool and executing a focused campaign that highlighted lifestyle appeal. In a suburb where house medians range from $1.29 million to $2 million, Vicki’s approach generated…
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Belle Property Commercial acquires Axis PropertyÂ
Belle Property Commercial has announced the acquisition of Axis Property, marking a significant expansion in its commercial property services across Melbourne.Â
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Global investor sentiment cools on Melbourne as surcharges bite
Investor confidence in Victoria is waning, with global capital increasingly steering towards Sydney and Brisbane amid concerns over rising surcharges and policy instability.
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Melbourne and Harcourts co-sign as partners
Harcourts, Australia’s fastest-growing real estate brand, has banged the gavel as the Official Real Estate Partner of the Melbourne Football Club.
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Victoria announces biggest planning overhaul in decades to fast-track housing
Victoria’s property and development sector is bracing for major change, with the Allan Labor Government unveiling sweeping planning reforms designed to fast-track housing projects, ease bottlenecks, and reduce approval times that have long frustrated builders, agents, and councils.
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Top agent Petar Krnjeta joins Harcourts
Leading real estate agent Petar Krnjeta has announced his move to Harcourts after 12 successful years in the industry, marking a significant new chapter in his already distinguished career.
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Victoria blocks rental bidding at the source
The Victorian government has partnered with major real estate websites to prevent unlawful rental bidding practices by ensuring only single, fixed prices appear on rental listings.
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Harcourts reunites top property management talent
Harcourts continues its strategic growth by welcoming Danielle Cargill as Head of Property Management at Harcourts RPG, reuniting her with Property Management Operations Manager for Harcourts Victoria, Rachel Atkin.
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Sooshi Mango’s Joe Salanitri lists much-loved Mount Waverley home
Sooshi Mango’s Joe Salanitri is parting ways with the Mount Waverley home that’s been at the heart of his family life for the past decade - the place where his children were born, neighbours became friends, and even a dash to the hospital turned into a feel-good local story.
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Toby Campbell set to take Ray White CRE to next level
Toby Campbell has taken the reins of Ray White CRE, the iconic real estate business in Melbourne's most coveted inner-city enclaves - East Melbourne and Collingwood.
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Melbourne hits new peak as Darwin gathers pace
Melbourne prices edge past their previous peak as Darwin records one of the strongest annual gains nationwide.
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REIV appoints Toby Balazs as Chief Executive Officer
The Real Estate Institute of Victoria (REIV) today announced the appointment of Toby Balazs as Chief Executive Officer, commencing 10 November 2025.
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Check out this historic Williamstown home with deep ties to Australian art and film
A waterfront Edwardian home once at the heart of Melbourne’s contemporary art scene, and a film set for Paul Cox’s My First Wife, is set to hit the market for the first time in decades.
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Top agent Robert Krnjeta joins Harcourts
Top Agent Robert Krnjeta Joins Harcourts Harcourts has announced the appointment of Robert Krnjeta, one of the real estate industry's most accomplished agents, to its growing team. With 14 years in real estate and over 1,000 sales transactions to his name, Mr Krnjeta brings exceptional experience and a proven track record to the Harcourts brand. Mr Krnjeta spent the last…
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Harcourts RPG Launches in Melbourne’s Inner North
Romano Property Group (RPG) has officially partnered with Harcourts Australia to launch Harcourts RPG, reflecting a bold step forward in long-term growth and market leadership for Melbourne's inner north.
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Jellis Craig strengthens Inner North presence with four strategic hires
Jellis Craig has announced a significant expansion of its Inner North team, covering Fitzroy, Northcote, and Reservoir offices in welcoming four highly respected industry professionals to its ranks.
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Besser + Co secures six REIV award nominations
Melbourne-based real estate agency Besser + Co has been recognised with six finalist nominations in this year's Real Estate Institute of Victoria (REIV) Awards for Excellence.
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