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    Realmark Ironman tackles event for charity

    Realmark Agent Jon Williams is attempting his first full Ironman in Busselton on 2 December 2018. Mr Williams is taking part in the event with the hope to raise $5000 for a cause that is very close to his heart, Perth Children’s Hospital. In April 2009, Mr Williams and his wife Judi entered St John of God Hospital in Subiaco,…

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  • Burleigh-Miami leaders take on LJ Hooker’s newest addition

    Former Realty Blue agency specialists Danny O’Donnell and Adam Van Leeuwen have today been announced as the joint partners leading newly launched LJ Hooker Burleigh Beach. Combined, the duo sold more than $60 million worth of property in the last year, positioning Mr O’Donnell and Mr Van Leeuwen as Burleigh Heads’ and Miami’s top agents, respectively. Fronting the Gold Coast…

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  • Harcourts Group Australia names new leader for Victoria state operations

    Harcourts Group Australia CEO Marcus Williams has announced the appointment of Tony Morrison to the role of Harcourts Victoria CEO effective 10 December 2018. Mr Morrison currently serves as the CEO of the Harcourts Tasmania state office, a role he has held since 2004, and will become CEO of both state corporate teams. “Tony has driven the growth of the…

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  • McGrath announces opening of new office in Nambucca Heads

    McGrath Estate Agents today announced the opening of a new office in Nambucca Heads as it strengthens its presence on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales. McGrath Nambucca Heads will be led by Principal Martin Wells, this expansion will be the third office in the region and this will complement the Coffs Harbour and Sawtell offices Mr Wells…

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  • RE/MAX Revolution named RE/MAX New Zealand’s best for third quarter

    A real estate business that joined the RE/MAX New Zealand group at the start of this year now ranks as the Top Enterprise for July to September 2018. Don Ha opened the RE/MAX Revolution ‘Supa Office’ in Hunter’s Corner, Papatoetoe on January 1st this year. “We have only been with RE/MAX New Zealand since 1 January 2018, and we are…

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  • First National Returns To Willunga

    First National Real Estate has announced the continuation of its 16-year presence on South Australia’s Fleurieu Peninsula through the opening of its new office in Willunga; First National Real Estate Ollwitz. Long-term property owners on the Fleurieu Peninsula, Ross and Debbie Coleman – who have given over 22 years professional service to its landowners – will head the office, supported by…

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  • Coronis team raise over $16,000 for cancer research

    The Coronis team have completed their fourth 40-hour Tour De Office bike relay challenge, riding 593 km while raising more than $16,300 for Smiling For Smiddy, who fund cancer research at the Mater Foundation. More than 80 agents, property managers, mortgage brokers, support staff and directors jumped on the stationary bike across various South East Queensland Coronis offices, including founding…

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  • NGU launches in Brisbane’s Southwest

    NGU Real Estate is opening doors for business in Brisbane’s Centenary suburbs under the leadership of experienced real estate sales professionals Chris Foenander and Mel Rodrigo. NGU Southwest is the brand’s ninth office to open across southeast Queensland in little more than two years. “I am honoured to open an NGU office in the suburbs where my career commenced, and…

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    Fletchers Real Estate celebrates 100 years anniversary with a fresh new look

    Family owned, fifth-generation real estate business, Fletchers, is celebrating their upcoming centenary in early 2019, marking the occasion with the rollout of a fresh new look and feel. Executive Chairman, Rob Fletcher said the ‘bigger and brighter’ aesthetic was a departure from the iconic, traditionally darker colours of the brand. “Nothing is more important to us than our clients,” said…

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  • Professional adds to the team with a new Business Development Executive for Western Australia

    Bill Atkinson has joined the Professionals Australia as the Business Development Executive for Western Australia. Mr Atkinson has extensive industry experience and has worked with the Professionals in Western Australia previously as the Operations & Inline Media Manager. Since leaving the group Mr Atkinson has worked as the WA State Manager for Century 21, Agent Sales Manager for rent.com.au and more…

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  • Belle Property expands their Hunter Valley operation

    Belle Property has expanded its residential footprint with the opening of Belle Property Cessnock. A strategic move by Principal Anthony Di Nardo, Belle Property Cessnock comes only months after Mr Di Nardo rebranded his two offices to Belle Property Charlestown and Belle Property Hunter Valley. “By establishing his third residential office in Cessnock, Anthony has nothing but reinforced his commitment…

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  • Capital real estate stars join Ray White Canberra

    Rent roll growth has been Maria Edwards’ passion for more than a decade. Ms Edwards has joined Ray White Canberra as Head of Growth, and was looking forward to plying her trade with Canberra’s fastest growing real estate agency. “I was particularly drawn to the culture of continuous improvement, and the support of the principals for my ambition. There is…

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  • RE/MAX agent celebrates fun and fashion for a good cause

    Sunshine Coast real estate agent Sandra de Jersey put on her fourth Fabulous Funky Fashion event at Kawana Surf Club recently, raising around $3700 for the Cindy McKenzie Breast Cancer Program. More than 100 guests attended the afternoon tea party, with some coming from as far afield as Canberra. Ms de Jersey is a sales and marketing consultant with RE/MAX…

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  • Experienced Ray White leader heads back into the field

    Mr Crauford, husband to Emma and father to three sons, is excited about the prospect of servicing the needs of the Cherrybrook community again after his term as CEO of the NSW Metro network. “It’s time to head back into the field and I am excited about the future,” said the 41-year-old, who had been the number one Ray White…

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  • Professionals continue their support for the National Breast Cancer Foundation during Pink Ribbon Month

    Since 2003, Professionals has been a proud partner of the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF), with offices donating a portion of the commission from each property sale along with holding fundraising events throughout the year. As one of only two Diamond Partners of NBCF, along with Ford Australia, Professionals offices take part in fundraising, particularly during NBCF’s Pink Ribbon Month,…

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  • John McGrath reveals his top suburbs for 2019 in annual report

    The 2019 McGrath Report has been released. In it, several trends to watch for 2019 are named, alongside John McGrath’s suburb picks. In his opening letter, Mr McGrath backed up his thoughts that the expected market corrections would not be as dire as predicted in media reports, saying that the current five – 10 per cent drop will likely be…

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  • Sportelli name continues to lead RE/MAX Integrity

    Real estate has been a part of Roslyn Sportelli’s life for as long as she can remember. In fact, it’s in her blood. Her parents, Nerina and John Sportelli, are well respected within the industry and have together won numerous accolades in recognition for their involvement and contribution to real estate. Now, after 13 years at the helm of RE/MAX…

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  • Kay & Burton opens doors to new Armadale office

    As part of their 80th-anniversary events, Kay & Burton is proud to announce the launch of their new Armadale office. Kay & Burton opened the doors to their first office in South Yarra back in 1938. From the agency’s humble beginnings, the company has rapidly grown to seven locations across Melbourne’s eastern suburbs plus the Mornington Peninsula. In October, Kay…

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  • Knight Frank makes senior staff and client appointments in expanding asset management services team

    Knight Frank Australia’s Asset Management Services (AMS) team is expanding, with key new hires appointed to their senior team. Ben Nicholson joins the Knight Frank Sydney team from Dexus to take on the position of director, which follows two strategic hires nationally. Kellie von Bergheim has been appointed as Partner, Head of Asset Management Services, Western Australia and Jeremy Robotham…

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  • Ray White Commercial welcomes Stacie Stockham and Peter McCann to Townsville office

    Ray White Commercial is pleased to welcome high-flyers Stacie Stockham, in the role of Commercial Asset Manager, and Peter McCann, in the role of Sales and Leasing, to the team in Townsville. Ms Stockham joins the Ray White Group with 14 years’ real estate experience behind her, while Mr McCann, who is Townsville born and bred, has 25 years’ experience…

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  • Sales agent Joe Sissons joins DiJONES as part of Future Superstars program

    Sales agent Joe Sissons has joined the DiJONES North Shore team as the agency goes through a period of expansion. DiJONES CEO Rob Ward said Mr Sissons brings a refreshing approach to the real estate profession. “Joe is committed to ensuring both sellers and buyers have a smooth and stress-free experience, and guides them through every step of the sales…

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  • Ray White agent donates commission to ROLL 101 charity

    Ray White Real Estate Agent Green Square and Botany Clay Chigwidden has donated half his commission to charity following his sale of a house. Mr Chigwidden, who was acting on behalf of a family who tragically lost their son through a combination of cystic fibrosis and a devastating motocross accident, chose the Roll 101 charity following consultation with the parents.…

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  • McGrath expands Central Coast presence with a new office in Avoca Beach

    McGrath Estate Agents have announced the opening of a new office in Avoca Beach on the booming Central Coast region of NSW. McGrath Founder and Executive Director John McGrath said, “The Central Coast continues to be an important real estate market and offers a diverse range of properties in all price brackets, and increasingly popular among Sydneysiders who are attracted by…

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  • The Agency partners with MadeComfy

    The Agency has partnered with short-term rental management company MadeComfy in a bid to give property investors and homeowners a short-term alternative. “MadeComfy has a unique market positioning; their company and customer values are in alignment with The Agency – our core focus being customer-centric,” Maria Carlino, The Agency’s National Director of Property Management, said. “We are both rapidly growing companies,…

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  • Sam Outch joins DiJONES Beecroft

    The team at DiJONES Beecroft has been enhanced with the appointment of sales agent Sam Outch, who will focus on the Cherrybrook area. DiJONES CEO Rob Ward said Sam’s appointment fits into the business’s strategic plan of investing in new talent through coaching and mentoring. “As a local, Sam’s knowledge of Cherrybrook is outstanding,” Mr Ward said. “Since commencing his real estate…

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  • The Harcourts Foundation’s latest funding round sees over $65,000 donated to nine charities

    The Harcourts Foundation, the charitable arm of Harcourts Group Australia, announced grants to nine Australian charities during its most recent quarterly funding round. A total of $66,268 was donated across Australia to benefit charities serving the communities where Harcourts employees live and work. “Over the past six months, a total of $100,128 has been granted by The Harcourts Foundation,” said…

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  • Robert Ding brings bilingual auctions and new market coverage to The Agency

    One of the only agents to run successful bilingual auctions in English and Mandarin, Robert Ding has been able to provide significant insights into Melbourne’s Chinese buyer and seller property markets. In his core areas of Boroondara and Whitehorse, Chinese nationals, recent Chinese migrants and well-established Chinese residents have been drawn to these leafy municipalities for the great schools, access…

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  • Ray White Commercial welcomes Clive Norman

    Ray White Commercial (WA) is pleased to welcome experienced office leasing specialist Clive Norman in the role of Director of Office Leasing to their team in Perth. Mr Norman, who has more than 17 years’ experience in the office leasing sector, brings with him a wealth of knowledge and expertise in leasing office developments for off the plans, high-end offices…

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  • Di Jones launches Future Superstars Program

    Di Jones is investing in the sales leaders of tomorrow with the launch of the Future Superstars Program – a three-year intensive initiative designed to produce top sales agents. Di Jones CEO Rob Ward said one of the key foundations of the strategic direction of Di Jones is to nurture and develop new talent within the real estate industry by investing in…

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  • Ray White elites gather in Hobart to learn from success

    More than 150 of Ray White Group’s elite members arrived in Hobart today to celebrate their success, and share ideas and learnings to ensure the value they provide their clients continues to develop. The top performers heard from Phill Nosworthy of Sydney-based Switch Learning + Development, who reminded them that the number one core trait of leadership was to lead…

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  • Big hearted agent to help sick kids with sale

    Beverley van Twest knows selling the family home is an emotional time, but thanks to Ray White Morningside principal Dennis Simic her sale will go to help sick kids with chronic and terminal illnesses. Last week, Mr Simic drew Mrs van Twest’s name out a hat in a draw to win a free marketing campaign worth almost $8k – sponsored…

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  • Ray White expands in rural Queensland with local agent

    Born in Chinchilla and raised around the Western Downs, experienced real estate professional Jon Kingston has expanded his Ray White business into the rural centre of Chinchilla, an easy 50kms east of his current office in Miles. Known as the melon capital of Australia, agriculture has been the mainstay of the Chinchilla region, with beef and grain production underwriting the…

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  • First National pay tribute to past Chairman

    It is with great sadness that First National Real Estate advises the passing of immediate past Chairman David Nitschke. Mr Nitschke led First National Real Estate as its National Chairman from 2015 to 2018, following many years of participation within the network’s management structure. Mr Nitschke and his strong team joined First National Real Estate 18 years ago, opening their first…

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  • Ray White Commercial welcomes Phil Zoiti to the team in Perth

    Ray White Commercial (WA) is pleased to welcome hospitality and tourism property mogul Phil Zoiti to their team in Perth. Mr Zoiti, who was born and bred in the small Western Australia country town of Merredin and has more than two decades’ experience in the industry, joins as Hotel and Tourism Associate. He said he was delighted to join the…

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  • Ray White Rural stock camp prepares next generation of livestock agents

    The next generation of livestock and station agents have travelled hundreds of kilometres and from several states to attain their first accreditation for a job in the industry. Stock Camp, hosted by Ray White Rural and sponsored by Fairfax, SocietyOne and Brand Territory, was held at Charles Sturt University in Wagga Wagga. Over three days, 33 students from Rand, Mt…

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