The annual events recognise those who uphold the highest standards of professionalism, innovation and client service across residential, commercial and property management.
The Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) unveiled its 2025 Awards for Excellence winners at a packed ceremony, celebrating agencies and individuals who exemplify best practice, customer service and high performance.
Three-time consecutive winners (2022–2024) were formally inducted into the REIQ Hall of Fame including Jacqui Walker – Residential Salesperson of the Year (Regional Settled Commissions & Regional Settled Transactions), Michael Kollosche – Residential Salesperson of the Year (SEQ Settled Commissions), Melinda Jennison – Buyer’s Agent of the Year and Chase Commercial – Commercial & Industrial Agency of the Year.
One of the major Queensland highlights was NAI Harcourts Pinnacle securing the title of Commercial & Industrial Agency of the Year.
“We’re thrilled to be named Commercial & Industrial Agency of the Year at the 2025 REIQ Awards for Excellence,” said principal Phil Grant.
Chief Operations Officer David McCall added that the recognition reflects the team’s collective expertise in providing sales, leasing and property management services “all under one roof.”
The night also saw Sashnee Naidoo named a finalist for Commercial Property Manager of the Year.
“A huge thank you to our clients and community for your trust and support,” Mr Grant said. “Here’s to continuing to deliver outstanding results.”
In another major QLD achievement, Craig Bradley of RWC Toowoomba took out Commercial Salesperson of the Year.
“Taking home the Commercial Salesperson of the Year was an honour and very rewarding after almost 20 years in the real estate industry,” Mr Bradley said.
He acknowledged the support of his clients, the REIQ, principal Paul Schmidt-Lee, the RWC Toowoomba team, and his family.
Mr Bradley’s proven track record over two decades has positioned him as a leader in the Toowoomba commercial market.
2025 REIWA Awards
Across the country, more than 400 industry professionals gathered at Crown Perth for the REIWA 2025 Awards for Excellence.
The event recognised excellence across 24 categories spanning sales, property management, strata, marketing, innovation and agency leadership.
REIWA President Suzanne Brown paid tribute to the tireless commitment shown by practitioners across the state.
“Excellence isn’t stumbled upon. It’s earned through late nights perfecting appraisals, early mornings preparing for inspections, and countless moments where giving up would have been simpler than pushing forward.”
This year saw record nominations, with 240 entries and 105 finalists, an achievement attributed to WA’s strong performance at the 2025 National Awards, where the state claimed five national titles.
The Kevin Sullivan Memorial Award was awarded to Michelle Rigg for almost three decades of leadership in property management and service to the profession and community.
The Hall of Fame Award was presented to Trevor Dunkley of Property Wizards for winning Buyer’s Agent of the Year for three consecutive years (2022–2024).
2025 REIQ Award winners
Agency Support Person of the Year – Tamika Kent (Anson), McGrath Aspley
Rising Star Salesperson of the Year – Gypsea Youngsmith, Kollosche
Rising Star Property Manager of the Year – Harry Hoang, Matthews Real Estate
Business Development Manager of the Year – Karissa Tigges, RE/MAX Success
Multimedia Award – Kollosche
Buyer’s Agent of the Year – Joanna Boyd, Joanna Boyd Buyers Advocate
Business Broker of the Year – Dustin Slypen, LINK Business Brisbane
Business Brokerage of the Year – LINK Business Brisbane
Contribution to the Community Award – McGrath North Lakes
Auctioneer of the Year – Jordan Curd, Place
Novice Auctioneer of the Year – Ben O’Brien, Strud Property
Commercial Property Manager of the Year – Julia Wu, Trident Property Advisory
Commercial Salesperson of the Year – Craig Bradley, Ray White Commercial Toowoomba
Residential Salesperson of the Year – Tristan Rowland, Bright Estate Agents
Residential Property Manager of the Year – Samantha Ellis, Property Zest
Industry Innovation Award – Agent Dynamics
Residential Salesperson Regional – Settled Commissions – Kim Carter, Carter Cooper Realty
Residential Salesperson Regional – Settled Transactions – Sonia Hancock, Hancock Property Group
Residential Salesperson SEQ – Settled Commissions – Owen Chen, Place Sunnybank
Residential Salesperson SEQ – Settled Transactions – Cara Bergmann, Cara Bergmann Properties
Sales Agency Regional – Settled Commissions – Ray White Townsville
Sales Agency Regional – Settled Transactions – Ray White Townsville
Sales Agency SEQ – Settled Commissions – COASTAL Property Agents
Sales Agency SEQ – Settled Transactions – COASTAL Property Agents
Buyer’s Agency of the Year – The Srama Group
Commercial & Industrial Agency of the Year – NAI Harcourts Pinnacle
Regional Residential Agency of the Year – Blackbird and Finch
Small Residential Agency of the Year – Hugo Alexander Property Group
Medium Residential Agency of the Year – RE/MAX Select
Large Residential Agency of the Year – LJ Hooker Property Centre
2025 REIWA Award winners
Achievement Award – Simon Brady, Sterling Property
Business Development Manager of the Year – Alison Ringuet, Orana Property
Buyer’s Agent of the Year – Peter Gavalas, Resolve EPS
Commercial Agency of the Year – Realmark Commercial
Commercial Property Manager of the Year – Vaughan Copping, Perth Property Management
Commercial Salesperson of the Year – Anna Valentine, Perth Commercial Property
Community Service Award – SOCO Realty
Innovation Award – Sherlock Homes Group
Large Residential Agency of the Year – Abel Property Sales
Marketer of the Year – Hayley Patrick, Jones Realty & Projects
Marketing & Communication Award – Realestate 88
Medium Residential Agency of the Year – Realestate 88
Operational Leadership Award – Ashleigh Goodchild, SOCO Realty
Operational Support Person of the Year – Trinity Spokes, Professionals Australind
Residential Property Management Team of the Year – Rentwest
Residential Property Manager of the Year – Daria Tedling, The Agency | Local Property Partners
Residential Sales Team of the Year – Jones Realty & Projects
Residential Salesperson of the Year – Vivien Yap, Ray White Dalkeith | Claremont
Small Residential Agency of the Year – Rent Choice
Strata Management Agency of the Year – REZZI Strata
Strata Manager of the Year – Nikki D’Agostino, REZZI Strata
Sustainable Leadership Award – Agency – Starlight Property Group
Sustainable Leadership Award – Individual – Ashleigh Goodchild, SOCO Realty
Wellness Award – Realestate 88
