QLD Real Estate News
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Clint Hynes takes the reins of Ray White Nerang on the Gold Coast
Real estate agent Clint Hynes has just opened the doors to the newest Ray White business on the Gold Coast, in Nerang. Mr Hynes, who has been a high performer at his family’s Ray White Oxenford/Helensvale offices for the past six and a half years, has decided to take the leap into business ownership. “Real estate is such a social…
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RE/MAX names Cyndi Ward as an everyday hero
Cyndi Ward spoke exclusively with Elite Agent, giving us a glimpse into why she was chosen to receive the prestigious and heartfelt Everyday Hero title, which has only been awarded once before. It’s not every day that you come across a hero, but then again, chances are you may not have even known it. The Gladstone property manager and business owner is…
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McGrath rolls out a mobile maintenance service with i4Tradies
McGrath Property Management, announced yesterday that they’ll be will deploying a new cloud-based maintenance management platform called i4Tradies, across its company owned office network in New South Wales and Queensland. i4Tradies is being describes as “Uber Style” and will connect trades service owners, on-the-road tradies, tenants and property managers with an integrated job management software; accessible anywhere, anytime and on…
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McGrath Paddington announces a new star recruit
McGrath Paddington has announced the recruitment of Roxanne Liu to the team. Kon Stathopoulos, Head of Sales for McGrath’s company-owned offices said that he is delighted that she will be joining the existing team to focus on what they consider to be one of the most exciting property markets in the country. “This is in line with our plan to…
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Rally inspires RE/MAX network to think bigger
‘Think bigger’ was the theme of the 2019 RE/MAX Australia Rally, held this year at The Star, Gold Coast. Managing Director Michael Davoren officially commencing the day, welcoming and encouraging attendees to do just that – think big! “We’ve chosen ‘think bigger’ for our 2019 rally theme, but it is not just about ‘thinking’. It’s about creating more opportunity for…
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Reinventing residential rentals: Tina Grey
Every now and then in your career, you may be fortunate enough to work on a project that is truly special. A body of work that not only stimulates you but has the potential to change the very face of the industry you are so passionate about. I am living one of those moments right now. For the past couple…
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REIQ & REA are doing their bit to ease Townsville housing shortfall
Real estate peak body The Real Estate Institute of Queensland and REA Group who own Flatmates.com.au, have come together to establish a short-term solution for Townsville’s potential housing shortfall. As the massive clean up of flooded homes continues, displaced Townsville residents and workers flying into the city to help will have an easier time finding accommodation with REIQ CEO Antonia…
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Richardson & Wrench opens in Hervey Bay
The red R&W logo is set for a comeback in Hervey Bay, with local couple Dirk and Sally Van Den Heuvel opening a new Richardson & Wrench real estate office. Like many of their clients, the couple made a lifestyle decision five years ago to settle in Hervey Bay, allowing Sally to reconnect with her family and Dirk to enjoy…
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Stone Real Estate launches in Queensland
Stone Real Estate proudly launches in Queensland this week with renowned industry leader Scott Kelly at the helm. Mr Kelly is tasked with the job of establishing Stone’s rapidly expanding boutique model throughout the Sunshine State. The Queenslander is thrilled to join Stone Real Estate and is relishing the challenge to ‘start from scratch’. “It is a big advantage being able…
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Ray White Rural appoints key specialist to drive performance in Queensland
Ray White Rural has announced the appointment of a new specialist in Queensland to drive a growth and productivity plan for 2019. Former real estate agent and corporate business growth specialist Adrian Knowles has been appointed as the State Manager for Ray White Rural and Livestock in Queensland. CEO of Ray White Rural and Livestock Stephen Nell said this was…
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Queensland proptech company brings on several big names in advisor roles
Brisbane-based OurProperty, a proptech in the property management space, has started 2019 with a bang, bringing on several big names in the property industry as its new board of advisors. The company, which develops property management products, has brought on the advisors to support its ongoing goal of becoming a major player in the property management tech zone and look…
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Top RE/MAX agent is sold on Cairns
It took a Cairns holiday and a visit with the RE/MAX Real Estate Services team to lure Tiffany Krause, one of RE/MAX Australia’s high achievers, to the region. Ms Krause began her real estate career just over a decade ago in a family real estate business before joining RE/MAX in December 2009. Since then she has established an enviable reputation…
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Respected agent Judi O’Dea joins Ray White
One of Queensland’s most respected and much-loved real estate agents, Judi O’Dea, has decided to make 2019 great and move her business to Ray White Paddington. With more than 15 years’ experience, Ms O’Dea was one of only a handful of agents to have been named on Queensland’s coveted A-List for five years in a row. Ms O’Dea, a former…
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Professionals expands on Sunshine Coast
Roy Philpott has joined the Professionals network, rebranding his Kings Beach office as Professionals on the Coast Realty and laying plans to build on his dedicated team of four staff members in the coming year to service the booming Sunshine Coast region. “There’s a lot happening on the Sunshine Coast at the moment; it’s growing rapidly and we’re ready to…
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Sunshine Coast waterfront specialist joins LJ Hooker
Real estate specialist Alan Riley – who’s credited with some of the Sunshine Coast’s top waterfront property sales – has joined LJ Hooker Mooloolaba’s sales division as co-principal. Mr Riley has been credited with several million-dollar waterfront sales for Mooloolaba and Minyama sellers over 2018, including $3.25m and $2.88m for two properties at Mooloolaba as well as a record $5.15m…
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Coronis kicks off the new year expanding it’s Kelvin Grove business
Coronis Kelvin Grove is expanding its presence in the lucrative Brisbane suburbs of Ashgrove, The Gap and Bardon with the addition of brother-sister duo Ken Wearing and Danielle Brown. Coronis COO Karuna Dimelow said welcoming Ken and Danielle to the team was a fantastic start to the new year. “We believe Ken and Danielle are future superstars in the industry…
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Scott Mackey continues to boost Bundaberg internationally
Bundaberg real estate business owner Scott Mackey continues to promote the region internationally, connecting with a fellow agent in Japan in his latest venture. Mr Mackey recently attended and presented at the inaugural RE/MAX Japan conference in Tokyo. He featured in the ‘Special session presented by Global Leaders’, along with Tony Williamson from RE/MAX in Cairns, Denver-based Jan Repa, Executive Director,…
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Nine agents join McGrath Paddington
Leading residential agency McGrath Estate Agents, a division of McGrath Limited, has announced that nine high-performing agents will join McGrath Paddington as it seeks to bolster its existing company-owned offices in Brisbane. The new recruits will be led by Daniel Goodwin, who is transitioning his entire sales team across to McGrath. His agents will service key Brisbane suburbs that include…
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JLL appointed to manage the Gold Coast’s largest urban renewal precinct
Global real estate services company JLL have been appointed by UBS Asset Management’s Real Estate Business to undertake leasing, property, marketing and facilities management services for the former Athletes’ Village of the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games (GC2018), as it is transformed into Australia’s first ever large-scale build-to-rent housing scheme, known as Smith Collective. Incorporating seven hectares of residential and retail…
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McGrath recruits Justin Marsden to lead Queensland growth as State Manager
McGrath Estate Agents today announced that Justin Marsden has joined the company as State Manager for Queensland, while also overseeing their northern NSW footprint. Mr Marsden brings more than 18 years’ experience, carving an impressive record as a sales agent, principal, auctioneer and coach. Christopher Mourd, Head of Franchise Network for McGrath, said he was delighted to welcome Justin to…
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Offices combine to create Ray White Commercial Northern Corridor Group
Ray White Commercial Northern Corridor Group has joined forces with the Pine Rivers office to become one of the largest commercial real estate agencies on the northern side of Brisbane, boasting offices in Brendale, Morayfield and Mooloolaba. The Group will now service from North Brisbane through to Noosa, with Michael Shadforth and Chris Massie leading the team. “Market knowledge, future…
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@realty steps in to new headquarters
National real estate industry network @realty is gearing up for its next phase of growth, making the move to its new headquarters in Gold Coast corporate tower 50 Cavill Avenue in Surfers Paradise. Established on the Gold Coast by father and son duo, James and JJ Taylor, the company’s CEO and director respectively, the network now comprises a head office…
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RE/MAX Success throws lifeline to farmers
RE/MAX Success has raised more than $7,800 for drought-stricken farmers with the support of its sales and property management clients. “We teamed up with Lifeline to help make life a little easier for farmers across the Darling Downs and South West Queensland,” said RE/MAX Success general manager Daniel Burrett. He said that each agent on the RE/MAX Success team had…
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Ray White Sippy Downs owner opens new office in Nambour
The owner of Ray White Sippy Downs, Michael Stack, has expanded his team and set up an office in the Sunshine Coast town of Nambour. After months of successful transacting in this area, he decided that opening the premises was an important next step for both his staff and clients. “We have already built up a wonderful client base in Nambour,…
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Professionals Tamborine Mountain expands into Serendipity
The Professionals is set to double its presence in one of Queensland’s most sought-after real estate markets. The Professionals Mount Tamborine will merge with Serendipity Real Estate to form The Professionals Serendipity. The new business will service Mount Tamborine and Tamborine Village. Co-principal and president of the Mount Tamborine Chamber of Commerce Alison Rip said the merger was an excellent…
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Reed & Co make headway in Noosa
Since launching earlier this year, Reed & Co in the tourism and property hotspot of Noosa has made a flying start by achieving more than $15 million in sales in its first eight weeks. Founder Adrian Reed said he was delighted by the early progress, which has also been boosted by the addition of industry veterans Don Reed and Andrea…
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REIQ 2019 Awards for Excellence finalists announced
The Real Estate Institute of Queensland has announced its 2019 Awards for Excellence finalists, representing the best in the Queensland real estate profession. REIQ CEO Antonia Mercorella congratulated all finalists on their success. “This year’s Awards attracted a very high calibre of entrants, reflecting the growing focus on professionalism for all REIQ members,” she said. “To be named a finalist…
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Ray White Marsden continues expansion
The rapid expansion of Ray White Marsden continues with the appointment of Phil Zabaks as sales manager. Although Ray White Marsden only opened on 15 January, it has already grown to a team of 22, who have sold more than 100 properties and now have over 200 properties on the rent roll. Principal Avi Khan said they had experienced very…
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Founders return to RE/MAX to celebrate 21 years in business
RE/MAX United Vision, in the Brisbane suburb of Carina, celebrated 21 years in business recently with an event that brought founders Ron and Lenore Sieber out of retirement, home from their travels and into the limelight as guests of honour. Broker owner Gaby McEwan described Mrs Sieber’s presentation as unexpected and nothing short of inspirational. “Lenore spoke about how to…
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Jo Prince-Gillies appointed Associate Director of McGrath Projects Queensland
McGrath Projects, a division of McGrath Estate Agents, today announced the appointment of Jo Prince-Gillies as Associate Director of McGrath Projects Queensland. McGrath Projects General Manager Adam Sparkes said, “We see the Brisbane apartment market is showing signs of improvement with enquiry levels starting to rise, and it is with great pleasure that I announce the appointment of Jo Prince-Gillies…
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The Davey family opens Ray White Labrador
Four years after establishing their real estate business in nearby Ashmore, Darren and Sandy Davey are excited to be opening the doors of their Ray White business in Labrador. The Daveys’ operation is truly a family business, with their daughter Meagan also part of their team. The family’s connections to the Gold Coast span five generations and they have very…
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Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty appoints leading Whitsundays Principal
Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty has appointed former Hamilton Island Realty Principal Wayne Singleton to head its operation in the Whitsundays. Buoyed by a number of recent significant sales in the region, including Mandalay House, Aqua and Botanica, Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty has finalised the next location for its planned expansion throughout the state. Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty CEO Paul Arthur…
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New face to lead Ray White Shailer Park
There is a new leader behind the longtime family-owned business at Ray White Shailer Park. Rebecca Hoswell, new Principal of Ray White Shailer Park, has a wealth of experience in the Property Management sector and has worked within the business as head of the department for the last seven years. “I am really looking forward to growing and improving the…
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Ray White brokers free warehouse lease for The Salvation Army
Christmas has come early as Ray White Commercial Queensland assisted The Salvation Army in securing a donated warehouse in Pinkenba. The modern office/warehouse, that has a total area of 1,782sq m, will be used for The Salvation Army’s Christmas purposes over the December and January period. The deal was jointly brokered by Ray White Commercial Queensland’s Director Sales and Leasing…
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C21 gains top performing Queensland office
One of Queensland’s top performing real estate offices has decided to join Century 21, bringing twenty years of area experience. The multi-award winning Century 21 M1 team have opened their doors in Beenleigh, adorned the new Century 21 branding, with an expansive and contemporary office fitout. Century 21 M1 will be led by Principal Tony Ghanem, who has over 28 years’…
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