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FRANCHISE NEWS
Acton | Belle Property expands Perth presence with new office in Mount Hawthorn
Australia’s leading lifestyle real estate brand, Acton | Belle Property, has officially opened its newest office in Mount Hawthorn, strengthening its presence in Perth’s thriving inner-city market.Â
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Harcourts’ GoodNight Tasmania campaign hits target
The Harcourts Foundation is thrilled to announce that their GoodNight Tasmania campaign, in partnership with Backpack Bed for Homeless, has successfully reached its initial goal of funding 231 Backpack Beds.
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Jackson Rameau launches RWC Pacific Group
In a move set to shake up the property landscape, leading commercial agent Jackson Rameau has announced the opening of his own commercial office under the RWC brand, backed by Australasia’s largest real estate group, Ray White.
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SUPPLIER NEWS
Direct Connect & Snug Launch Exclusive Partner Advantage to Boost Leasing Efficiency and Utility Revenue
Direct Connect and Snug have launched a strategic partnership offering real estate agencies significant savings on leasing automation while boosting utility connection revenue. The integration eliminates manual processes for property managers, creating a seamless tenant experience from application to move-in that delivers consistently higher conversion rates.
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Ray White Launches Auction Academy for Women
Ray White has taken a groundbreaking step toward gender equality in real estate by launching its inaugural Auction Academy for Women, designed to empower female professionals to enter the traditionally male-dominated field of auctioneering.
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Movers and Shakers
Knight Frank appoints joint heads of office leasing in Victoria
Simon Hale and Chas Keogh have been appointed as joint heads of office leasing in Victoria at Knight Frank, as the firm strengthens its Melbourne office.
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Mark Campbell expands LJ Hooker presence in Lake Macquarie
LJ Hooker Lake Macquarie has acquired LJ Hooker Belmont, expanding to its fourth high-performing office in the Lower Hunter region.
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Kelwyn Teo to head Knight Frank’s new Advisory service line
Knight Frank Australia has appointed Kelwyn Teo as Partner, Head of Advisory to lead its newly established Knight Frank Advisory service line.
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Award-winning auctioneer joins Menck White team
Scott Menck, the 2025 REINSW Novice Auctioneer of the Year, has officially joined Menck White Auctioneers, strengthening the leading Sydney auctioneering brand with fresh talent.
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SUPPLIER NEWS
BizCover named winner of the 2025 Insurance Business 5-Star Insurance Innovators award
BizCover, Australia's number one online business insurance service, has once again been named a winner of the 2025 Insurance Business 5-Star Insurance Innovators award for the third time.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
REMAX adds powerhouse team to high-performing office
Respected Brisbane real estate team, the Susan Mills Team, has joined leading Morningside real estate office, REMAX Results.
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Harcourts shines at the 2025 reiwa.com awards
Harcourts has delivered outstanding results at the 2025 Real Estate Institute of Western Australia (REIWA) Annual Awards, with multiple offices recognised among the state's top performers.
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Former chef Jiby Thomas cooks up real estate success in Christchurch
From kitchens to contracts, Christchurch agent Jiby Thomas has traded chef whites for property deals — racking up more than 100 sales and $1 million in fees since joining Ray White Metro City. In conversation with Ray White Semaphore principal Bianca Denham, he shared how discipline, reinvestment and determination have fuelled his rise.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Climate risk not impacting property values despite government warnings
High-risk suburbs continue to perform well in the property market despite the Australian Government's first National Climate Risk Assessment warning of potential property value losses of up to $611 billion by 2050.
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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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SUPPLIER NEWS
Katie Cotton acquires Recruit RE and sets sights on smarter hiring for real estate
Real estate leader Katie Cotton acquires Recruit RE platform, aiming to transform how agencies find and retain talent through modernised recruitment strategies. "This is bigger than filling jobs, it's about building teams that can scale, perform, and thrive in an evolving market," she says.
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Harcourts skydiving for kids in need
Harcourts South Australia are thrilled to be participating in Jump for Puddle Jumpers.
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The Agency Group takes top honours at the 2025 REIWA Awards
The Agency Group Australia has been recognised as Western Australia's leading real estate office, taking home awards for Top Large Office by Listings Sold and Top Large Office by Value Sold in front of more than 1,200 industry peers at the prestigious reiwa.com Awards Ball at Crown Perth.
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SUPPLIER NEWS
More Offers, Better Outcomes: Openn’s Digital Platform Facilitates $16 Billion in Property Sales
Digital offer management platform Openn has surpassed $16 billion in property transactions, evolving from an auction tool to a comprehensive service where 90% of campaigns are now private treaty sales. The agent-centric platform saves time through automation while delivering better client outcomes with an average of 11.5 offers per property.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
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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Ray White Western Australia celebrates a year of excellence
The Ray White Western Australia network came together for a glittering evening of celebration at its annual awards night, honouring the outstanding achievements of its top-performing offices and individuals across the state.Â
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Full circle moment on the Central Coast
Kurt Bratby and Sean Pratt have opened their second Ray White office on the Central Coast.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
REMAX Success appoints leader to drive knowledge hub
REMAX Success appoints Proptech leader Amy Stevens to a new strategic role, where she'll develop a company-wide Knowledge Hub and streamline operations. With experience leading real estate teams at 20 and a decade at OurProperty, Stevens brings technical expertise to enhance customer service amid rapid industry changes.
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SUPPLIER NEWS
From quick fix to high quality – the shift in real estate marketing media
As the real estate market evolves, so too does the way properties are marketed. Agents are shifting away from print and quick-turnaround packages in favour of high-impact digital content, reflecting a broader industry move toward quality, strategy, and stronger buyer engagement.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Ray White New Zealand celebrates its 2025 award winners
More than 1,300 people gathered for Ray White New Zealand’s annual awards at Spark Arena last night to celebrate and recognise the top offices and individual achievers from throughout the leading network.
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Movers and Shakers
James Vine to lead RT Edgar Richmond
Top sales agent James Vine has been appointed as Director to lead RT Edgar's new office in Richmond, marking a significant step in the company's continued expansion across Melbourne.
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Movers and Shakers
Bill Dimou appointed to drive Raine & Horne network performance
Bill Dimou has been appointed to the newly created role of Network Performance Manager for South Australia, Western Australia and the Northern Territory at Raine & Horne.
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Michael Clay joins Highland as Senior Site Acquisition Specialist
Highland has appointed Michael Clay as Senior Site Acquisition Specialist, bringing over 30 years of property experience to the growing team.
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Movers and Shakers
Ben Jacobs joins LJ Hooker as Growth Manager
LJ Hooker has appointed Ben Jacobs as its new Growth Manager, bringing nearly two decades of real estate and property management experience to the role.
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Movers and Shakers
Edwina Molony joins Savills as Director of Office Leasing
Savills Australia and New Zealand has appointed Edwina Molony as Director of Office Leasing in Melbourne, bringing over 25 years of industry experience to the role.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Harcourts embraces R U OK? Day with mental health support initiative
Leading real estate company Harcourts is marking R U OK? Day by reinforcing its commitment to mental health support within the industry through the promotion of its dedicated Harcourts RealCare App and encouraging meaningful conversations across its network.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Property industry unites behind new foundation to tackle homelessness
Australia's property industry launches A Home for All Foundation to combat homelessness, with every dollar raised going directly to those in need. The initiative invites professionals to experience "A Night Without Home" this October, highlighting the 94% of homelessness that remains hidden from public view.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Ray White Northern Beaches welcomes two strategic agent appointments
Cameron Macdonald has joined the Palm Beach office with a focus on Avalon, while Nick Albert is focused on Dee Why.
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FRANCHISE NEWS
Harcourts expands to Midland with new office openingÂ
Harcourts WA has proudly announced its expansion into the Midland and Districts market with the official opening of Harcourts District, led by principal partners Ryan and Jamie Jaura.
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SUPPLIER NEWS
Cybersecurity for real estate agents: Threats, tips & insurance
Real estate agencies have become prime targets for cybercriminals seeking sensitive client data, from financial details to personal identification. As attacks through phishing, vishing and ransomware surge, these businesses face unique vulnerabilities due to mobile workforces and multiple digital platforms connecting agents, clients and contractors.
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