Grant Turner, Angie Sheppard, Pinakin Patel, Tina Sander

It's been a big week for the industry - and not just in the market. The King's Birthday Honours List has put some well-known property names firmly in the national spotlight.

We have all the updates in this edition of Movers + Shakers!

Philip Webb, founder of Philip Webb Real Estate and former REIV President, received an OAM, while Dexus Chair Warwick Negus and QIC Real Estate's Deborah Coakley were both recognised with AM honours.

REA Group and Harcourts have announced a landmark strategic partnership, with Harcourts agencies set to access REA Pro subscriptions at a best-in-market rate from July, backed by premier event sponsorship through FY27.

RWC Canberra has acquired Sentia, bringing the entire team under one roof at its Braddon office from July and creating the ACT's largest commercial team with more than 1,500 tenancies under management.

All that and more in this week's edition of Movers + Shakers!

This week’s big moves

Philip Webb. Image: Supplied

Property leaders recognised in King's Birthday Honours

Several figures with deep ties to Australian real estate featured in this year's list, including Philip Webb, Peter Clisdell and Deborah Coakley AM. More here.

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Brothers Nicholas, Christopher and James Tyas are behind Cadre. Picture Supplied

Three brothers building for people and planet

For Christopher, Nicholas, and James Tyas, profit without purpose isn't really profit at all. Their property group Cadre operates on a "triple bottom line" – measuring success through social, environmental, and financial outcomes. From 7-star energy-rated homes in Richmond to community spaces in Byron Bay's hinterland, their philosophy just earned them Game Changer of the Year at the 2025 REA Excellence Awards.

What you'll learn in the full article:

• The triple bottom line framework: How Cadre measures success through social, environmental, and financial outcomes simultaneously

• 500% energy savings: The specific design decisions behind their 7-star NatHERS rated homes and 100-year material choices

• Design for "indirect social impact": How they engineer chance encounters and community connection into their buildings

• The build-to-rent pivot: Why they're now focused on rental communities and what their Swan House project reveals about the future

The full profile unpacks how three brothers went from renovating one house to reshaping what Australian development can look like. More here

New offices, award-winning appointments and rising equity partners

This week, we put the spotlight on exciting new office openings across the country, a standout first year earning a well-deserved equity stake, an award-winning auctioneer landing a major new role, and commercial leadership teams growing through strategic acquisition. We've rounded them up for you here…

Annabelle Weir, Mukhtaar Hashim, Grant Turner, Julie Ryan. Photo: Supplied.

Grant Turner joins RWC CSR leadership team

Grant Turner, with nearly two decades in commercial real estate and proptech, has joined Ray White Commercial CSR's expanded executive team. More here.

First National appoints Charles Fu as Principal of Co Bridge Group in Carlingford. Photo: Supplied

First National returns to Carlingford with Co Bridge appointment

First National Real Estate has strengthened its Sydney footprint with the appointment of Charles Fu as Principal of First National Real Estate Co Bridge Group in Carlingford. More here.

Larry Malan, Jordan Curd, Michael Andrews. Photo: Supplied.

Award-winning auctioneer joins Ray White Malan + Co

Jordan Curd, the 2025 REIQ Auctioneer of the Year takes on a newly created Chief Auctioneer and Head of Performance role across the Gold Coast. More here.

REMAX Sapphire broker owner (centre) Pinakin Patel, with REMAX Australia's Franchise Manager Daniel Roberts and Managing Director Joel Davoren.

Pinakin Patel opens REMAX Sapphire in Pakenham

The new office covers residential, commercial, and property management under one roof. More here.

Harcourts and REA Group announce a new strategic partnership. Photo: Supplied

REA Group and Harcourts announce strategic partnership

Harcourts agencies will access REA Pro subscriptions at a best-in-market rate from July, alongside a premier sponsorship of major Harcourts events through FY27. More here.

Chris Antos, Simon McGuire, Ben Faulks, Alex Smith, Frank Giorgi. Photo: Supplied

RWC Canberra acquires Sentia to create ACT's largest commercial team

The entire Sentia team will join RWC Canberra's Braddon office from July, forming the ACT's largest commercial sales and leasing team with more than 1,500 tenancies under management. More here.

The Agency opens office in Perth's Cottesloe

The national brand has launched a Western Suburbs office, backed by a team with more than 50 years of combined local experience. More here.

Ray White Ashgrove principal Adam Downes expands his Brisbane footprint by taking on the Ray White Indooroopilly franchise. Photo: Supplied.

Ray White Ashgrove principal expands into Indooroopilly

Adam Downes has expanded into Ray White Indooroopilly, with outgoing principals Kirrilli Cobley and Jessica King staying on to continue selling. More here.

Bill Malouf, David Highland, David Malouf and Sam Schumann. Photo: Supplied.

Sam Schumann named Equity Partner at Highland Double Bay Malouf

The promotion comes just 12 months in, off the back of 44 transactions totalling $112.7 million. More here.

Tina Sander is inducted into the Harcourts Hall of Fame at the HX 2026 International Awards Gala Dinner. Photo: Supplied.

Tina Sander inducted into Harcourts Hall of Fame at HX 2026

The regional Queensland leader and mentor was honoured for nearly two decades of contribution across the global Harcourts network. More here.

And finally…

Do you know of any upcoming moves we should know about? Tip us off by emailing newsroom@eliteagent.com.

Djordje Kresovic, Beryl Fan, Alexander Smout, Kristen Kallin

The King's Birthday long weekend is here - and while many are switching off, the industry has been anything but quiet.

We have all the latest in this edition of Movers + Shakers!

Ray Ellis has been named Chairman of the Board at Noel Jones, signalling a new strategic chapter for one of Melbourne's most respected agencies, founded in 1977.

Brisbane's real estate community came together at the Pink Tie Gala, with more than 640 leaders raising a record sum for The Lady Musgrave Trust to support women and children experiencing homelessness.

Sotheby's International Realty has made its Canberra debut, with Alexander Smout opening the brand's first ACT office and exclusive affiliate for the capital and surrounding regions.

All that and more in this week's edition of Movers + Shakers!

This week’s big moves

Ray Ellis. Photo Supplied.

Ray Ellis named Chairman at Melbourne's Noel Jones

The REIA board veteran and Australasian real estate leader joins the 1977-founded agency. More here.

Expanding footprints, boardroom moves and charitable records

This week, we put the spotlight on global real estate brands arriving in new Australian markets, agents making the leap into ownership, growing networks expanding their regional reach, and a hiring decision that put attitude ahead of skill. We've rounded them up for you here…

Sotheby’s International Realty opens its first Canberra office, led by director Alexander Smout. Photo: Supplied

Sotheby's International Realty opens first Canberra office

Alexander Smout leads the new Canberra office, the brand’s first in the capital and its exclusive Sotheby’s affiliate for Canberra and surrounds. More here.

Brisbane's Pink Tie Gala raises record funds for homeless women and children. Photo: Supplied.

Real estate leaders raise record funds at the Pink Tie Gala

More than 640 business leaders attended the annual event at The Star Brisbane, helping set a new fundraising benchmark for The Lady Musgrave Trust. More here.

Belle Property opens a new office in Lowood, Queensland, led by local agents Brett Barry and Sean O'Connor. Photo: supplied

Belle Property strengthens South East Queensland presence

The opening of Belle Property Lowood is led by experienced local agents Brett Barry and Sean O’Connor, servicing the Somerset and Lockyer Valley regions. More here.

Aziz Hoque Team. Image supplied

Aziz Hoque launches First National office in Glenfield

After 16 years in residential sales and investment strategy, Aziz Hoque has opened his own office in Sydney's south-west under the First National banner. More here.

Highland CEO David Highland, Bill Malouf and David Malouf of Highland Double Bay Malouf. Image supplied

Highland secures landmark Double Bay HQ

Highland Double Bay Malouf will relocate its Eastern Suburbs headquarters to Ruby House in Double Bay in late 2026. More here

Denise and Murray Golding, BAWT. Image: Supplied

Brisbane couple launch boutique buyer's agency

Former retail business owners Denise and Murray Golding have completed six transactions since March with their coaching-led boutique agency BAWT. More here.

Sarah Watson, Kate Spence and Chris Rayner. Photo: Supplied

Belle Property expands into Penrith ahead of new international airport

Belle Property Nepean opens with 40+ years of combined team experience, targeting the expanding Penrith market. More here.

Mario Carbone, Beryl Fan, Jessica Carbone. Photo: Supplied.

Ray White City South enters a new era of ownership

Beryl Fan joins Mario and Jessica Carbone to expand their Sydney inner-city footprint across two offices. More here.

Kristen Kallin (Director of Operations, Highland), David Highland (CEO of Highland), Matt Pongrass (Managing Partner & Broker, Balaton Financial). Image: Supplied

Highland merges with Balaton to launch lending arm

Top 100 mortgage broker Balaton Financial is merging with Highland to form Highland Balaton Financial, a co-branded venture combining property expertise and specialist lending. More here.

Djordje Kresovic. Photo: Supplied

Djordje Kresovic joins Belle Property Lower North Shore

Directors Matthew Smythe and Mark Jackson handpicked the North Sydney specialist for his attitude and cultural fit over pure skill. More here.

And finally…

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Sharon Anderson, Andrew McCann, Vicki Bredendeck, Tense Venneri

Winter is officially here this week, but that’s not slowing things down across the industry.

We have all the latest changes in this edition of Movers + Shakers!

Greg Brydon has claimed the 2026 Australasian Auctioneering Championship, with the Apollo Auctions general manager taking out the industry’s top title in Melbourne.

Victoria’s top-performing principal, Helen Yan, has marked 10 years with Ray White, renewing her franchise agreement and opening a new Balwyn office in her long-standing home market.

Tense Venneri has been appointed Head of Growth at Barry Plant, stepping into a network-wide leadership role after 16 years leading the Mildura office.

All that and more in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers!

This week’s big moves

Greg Brydon. Photo: Supplied

Greg Brydon wins 2026 Australasian Auctioneering Championship

The Apollo Auctions general manager claimed the industry's top title in Melbourne after years of competition and mentorship from 2024 winner Luke Banitsiotis. More here.

Helen Yan. Photo: Supplied

Helen Yan celebrates 10 years at Ray White with new Balwyn office

Victoria's number one principal for eight consecutive years has renewed her franchise agreement and opened new premises with the help of her son Jason. More here.

Leadership moves, championship wins and giving back

This week, we put the spotlight on agents running marathons for charity and fresh office openings across the country. We've rounded them up for you here…

Tense Venneri. Photo Supplied

Tense Venneri appointed Barry Plant Head of Growth

After 16 years leading the Mildura office, he's stepping into a network-wide role focused on driving growth and performance across 65+ offices. More here.

Andrew McCann and Alicia Loxley. Photo: Supplied

Jellis Craig hosts Property Event for 350 clients

CEO Andrew McCann told attendees that federal budget changes on negative gearing make now the time to upgrade primary residences. More here.

Mark Blit. Photo: Supplied

Mark Blit joins Ray White The Bayside Group

The veteran agent brings 17 years of experience across Melbourne's Bayside suburbs to the team. More here.

Joe Grgic. Photo Supplied

Joe Grgic to run the New York Marathon for Barwon Health

The Harcourts North Geelong director secured a spot in the November race and is raising funds for the local hospital. More here.

Sean Scoffield and Fiona Blayney. Photo Supplied

Sean Scoffield joins Real+ as General Manager

He brings over 20 years of business leadership experience to support the national business's next phase of growth and operational maturity. More here.

Mark Durran. Photo: Supplied

Mark Durran joins HTL Property as Managing Director Hotel Capital Markets APAC

The veteran dealmaker brings 36 years of experience and $6.5 billion in hotel transactions including the $530 million Hilton Sydney sale. More here.

Simon Withers and Fahim Kabir. Photo: Supplied

Fahim Kabir launches REMAX Proactive

The former business development manager has stepped into franchise ownership with a new office in Willetton. More here.

OBrien Real Estate's 2026 Annual Leadership Conference in Bali. Photo: Supplied

OBrien Real Estate heads to Bali for a leadership reset

The network brought business owners and senior leaders together for four days, focused on culture and accountability with headline speaker Brendon Gale. More here.

And finally…

Do you know of any upcoming moves we should know about? Tip us off by emailing newsroom@eliteagent.com.

Nichola Purcell, Jason Spagnoulo, Kate Peereboom, Alex Radda

Expansion, rebrands and leadership appointments are continuing to drive momentum across the industry this week, with networks doubling down as the budget fallout continues.

We have all the updates in this edition of Movers + Shakers!

Avi Khan’s Ray White AKG has expanded into Holland Park, bringing the long-standing Brisbane office into its growing South East Queensland network under joint principals Piers Crawford and Darren Bonehill.

Kate Peereboom has joined REMAX The Limitless Group as Head of Sales, leading strategy and agent development across the group’s five-office Brisbane network.

It’s been a busy week for First National Real Estate unveiling a major rebrand at its Vietnam national convention, while also recognising its top-performing offices and agents across Australia and New Zealand.

All that and more in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers!

This week’s big moves

Ray White Holland Park has joined forces with Ray White AKG. Photo: Supplied

Ray White AKG expands into Holland Park

Piers Crawford and Darren Bonehill will lead as joint principals, bringing the 35-year-old office into the AKG network across South East Queensland. More here.

Tristan Rowland of Bright Real Estate won the REIA's Residential Salesperson of the Year. Photo: Supplied

REIA announces 2026 National Awards winners

Tristan Rowland of Bright Real Estate took Residential Salesperson of the Year, while TOOP+TOOP won Large Residential Agency of the Year. More here.

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Belinda Kolstad. Photo Supplied.

From Coffee Chat to Rising Star in 15 Month

Belinda Kolstad walked into a Darwin real estate office for what she thought would be a 15-minute chat. She had no appointment, no resume – just curiosity about studying property later in life. Three hours later, she walked out with a job. Now, just 15 months into her career, she's been named Rising Star of the Year for the 2025 REA Excellence Awards.

Before real estate, Belinda built a successful career in the hairdressing industry, eventually owning a warehouse supplying professional products across the Northern Territory and northern WA. But it was a significant health battle and an unexpected detour into local politics that set her on a completely new path.

Belinda sold her first million-dollar property within 12 months. Yet she insists the real reward has nothing to do with sales numbers. Her approach is shaped by decades as a volunteer firefighter – and it's changing how she thinks about Darwin's uniquely remote market.

What you'll learn in the full article:

• The three-hour conversation: What actually happened when Belinda walked into that office – and why she didn't leave for hours

• The health battle that changed everything: How a breast cancer diagnosis led to a complete career pivot

• Her firefighting legacy: Why she believes volunteer work "complements and supports everything else we do in life" – and how she's mentoring the next generation of women

• What's next: The certification she's pursuing that few women in the NT have achieved 

Her story proves that timing, community focus, and genuine connection can accelerate a career faster than anyone expects. Read the full article.

New ownership, fresh leadership and record fundraising

This week we put the spotlight on some exciting ownership changes across the country, key leadership appointments stepping up, major business expansions and some impressive charitable giving. We've rounded them up for you here…

Tristian Kennedy and Jason Spagnoulo have taken the reins at Ray White Port Adelaide. Photo: Supplied

Tristian Kennedy and Jason Spagnoulo acquire Ray White Port Adelaide

The duo are expanding their western suburbs footprint by taking over from founders Nick and Loraine Psarros after 15 years, with Nick staying on as Founding Director to mentor the team. More here.

Kate Peereboom. Photo Supplied

REMAX The Limitless Group appoints Kate Peereboom as Head of Sales

The former multi-office principal joins the Brisbane-based five-office group to lead sales strategy and agent development across its REMAX network. More here.

Alex Radda and Nichola Purcell. Photo Supplied

Magain Real Estate launches commercial division

Alex Radda leads the new Hyde Park-based office as Head of Commercial, supported by property manager Nichola Purcell. More here.

Belle Property Commercial Upper North Shore. Photo: Supplied

Belle Property launches commercial arm on Sydney's Upper North Shore

Residential principals Michael Doran and Daniel Dennis are expanding beyond their four-office Upper North Shore network to lead the new division, as local landlords increasingly explore commercial alternatives to rising holding costs. More here.

Craig and Sonya Taylor. Photo: Supplied

Craig and Sonya Taylor take ownership of Ray White Rural Murwillumbah

After eight years at the office, Craig and his wife are stepping into full ownership of the Tweed River business. More here.

First National Real Estate have unveiled its new look. Photo: Supplied

First National Real Estate unveils brand reinvention

Australia's largest independent agency network is modernising its visual identity while retaining its signature blue, following extensive member consultation. More here.

Harcourts Tasmania raises a record-breaking $30,000. Photo: Supplied

Harcourts Tasmania smashes fundraising record

The network raised $30,000 at its annual awards dinner, the highest single-event result for the region. Two offices battled in a live auction for a day with Martin Cooper, who leads the number one Harcourts franchise globally. More here.

Darren Piper. Photo Supplied

Darren Piper hits a decade at Universal Buyer's Agents

His Brisbane-based team of 14 is about to crack 1,000 purchases and $1 billion in total transactions across Southeast Queensland. More here.

First National Real Estate has named its award winners. Photo: Supplied

First National announces 2025 award winners

First National Cleveland took Sales Office of the Year while First National Hedland claimed Property Management Office of the Year at the network's national convention in Vietnam. More here.

And finally…

Do you know of any upcoming moves we should know about? Tip us off by emailing newsroom@eliteagent.com.

Tina Chamberlain, Nick Johnstone, Toni Bloodworth, Brad Best

While the Federal Budget has shaken things up this week, the industry pushes onwards, and there are even more big changes in the latest edition of Movers + Shakers!

Matt Lancashire has launched Ray White Collective Luxury, a Brisbane-based agency exclusively focused on properties above $4 million, targeting high-end buyers with tailored campaigns and global reach.

In Victoria, Brad Best has opened McGrath Macedon Ranges, bringing the brand into one of the state’s fastest-growing lifestyle corridors.

Nick Johnstone has merged his business with Jellis Craig, doubling the group’s presence in Melbourne’s premium Bayside market.

All that and more in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers!

This week’s big moves

Haesley Cush and Matt Lancashire. Photo: Supplied

Matt Lancashire launches Ray White Collective Luxury

The Brisbane agent with $1.5 billion in career sales has opened the city's first agency exclusively for properties above $4 million. More here.

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Oliver Hume's Jessica Lochrie. Picture supplied

How a Retail Tactic Sold $11.8M in Land

Oliver Hume's innovative Black Friday land campaign earned the Integrated Brand Campaign of the Year award at the REA Excellence Awards. It offered rebates up to $48,000 across 10 Victorian communities.

The campaign simplified the buying process with retail-style strategies, educational tools, and flexible options, helping buyers save big and feel more confident in their property choices during uncertain market conditions.

This pioneering initiative united multiple developers and communities, demonstrating a fresh approach that empowered consumers to purchase land on their terms, from home or in person, marking a significant shift in property marketing.

What you'll learn in the full article:

• The friction-reduction framework: How Oliver Hume simplified complex land offers into instantly understandable propositions

• The multi-developer collaboration model: How 10 communities and multiple developers united under one campaign for the first time

• The buyer empowerment tools: Educational videos, consultant support, and digital transaction options that reduced stress

• Why developers backed the risk: What convinced partners to try something unconventional in a cautious market

The full article reveals how this campaign earned the Integrated Brand Campaign of the Year award. Read the full article.

New launches, mergers and making moves

This week we put the spotlight on some exciting new offices opening their doors, strategic mergers strengthening market presence, top performers earning recognition, and familiar faces returning home. We've rounded them up for you here…

Callum Hogan with Tim Snell. Photo: Supplied

Callum Hogan appointed Head of Performance at Ray White NSW/ACT

The newly created role focuses on lifting standards and driving growth across the network through coaching and accountability. More here.

First National Cleveland has announced the acquisition and merger of First National Real Estate Wynnum Manly. Photo: Supplied

First National Cleveland nears 1,000 properties with Wynnum Manly acquisition

Ryan McCann's fourth rent roll purchase in eleven years brings a thirty-year mentorship full circle, with seller Ken Isaacs having first introduced him to real estate as a teenager. More here.

Brad Best and Toni Bloodworth. Photo: Supplied

Brad Best launches McGrath Macedon Ranges

The fifth-generation local is bringing premium service to the lifestyle corridor northwest of Melbourne, marking McGrath's 24th Victorian office. More here.

Nick Johnstone. Photo Supplied

Nick Johnstone merges with Jellis Craig

He's joining the Brighton office in late June, doubling the group's presence in the premium Bayside market. More here.

Henry Wong. Photo Supplied

REMAX's top auction agent Henry Wong

The Brisbane-based agent with REMAX Revolution has been recognised as the network's number one auction agent in Australia. He specialises in connecting buyers to suburbs through his extensive network. More here.

The new Avenue Property. Photo: Supplied

All Properties Group becomes Avenue Property

The Queensland independent has rebranded after 19 years to unify its Logan and Gold Coast operations under one scalable identity. More here.

Steven du Preez has launched du Preez & Co. Photo: Supplied

Steven du Preez launches du Preez & Co on the Sunshine Coast

The former Chartered Accountant is bringing a data-driven approach to the beachside suburbs of Bokarina, Warana and Wurtulla with his boutique agency. More here

Highland's Blue Crew Conference. Photo: Supplied

Highland hosts Blue Crew Conference 2026

The agency brought together teams from Gold Coast, Sydney and Southern Highlands offices for a day of collaboration featuring Josh Phegan, Anthony Bell and internal talent. More here.

Tina Chamberlain. Photo: Supplied

Tina Chamberlain returns to Ray White Hawke's Bay as auction manager

New Zealand's first female national auctioneering champion is back at the agency where she started in 2010 with plans to shift the region's auction culture. More here.

Daniel Brennan. Photo Supplied

Daniel Brennan launches DV Buyers Agency in Perth

After nearly a decade across property management and strata, he's gone full-time with his boutique buyer's agency focusing exclusively on the Perth market. More here.

Adam Roberts. Photo: Supplied

Adam Roberts returns to Ray White after 20 years

The commercial property specialist rejoins RWC Robina and reunites with Steve Mutton, the mentor who gave him his first industry start. More here.

And finally…

Do you know of any upcoming moves we should know about? Tip us off by emailing newsroom@eliteagent.com.

Jennifer Norris, Kashka Hardy, Julie-Anne Vella, Vern Fitzgerald

Happy Mother’s Day to all the amazing Mums out there.

While many are taking the day to celebrate family, the industry is still moving, with major deals and leadership changes coming hard and fast.

We have all the updates in this edition of Movers + Shakers!

eXp World Holdings has acquired NextHome and rebranded as AGNT, creating a dual-model platform that blends traditional franchising with cloud-based brokerage at global scale.

Andrew Brien has been appointed CEO of Nutrien Harcourts, stepping in to lead the rural network’s next phase of growth with expansion and acquisitions firmly on the agenda.

And prominent housing economist Cameron Kusher has joined Herron Todd White as Chief Economist, bringing two decades of experience to the national valuation firm.

All that and more in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers!

This week’s big moves

eXp World Holdings has acquired NextHome. Photo: Supplied

eXp World Holdings acquires NextHome and rebrands as AGNT

The deal brings 500-plus franchisees into a dual-model platform that offers agents a choice between traditional franchise ownership and cloud-based brokerage. More here.

Andrew Brien. Photo Supplied

Andrew Brien appointed CEO of Nutrien Harcourts

He'll lead the rural and regional network's expansion strategy with acquisitions on the agenda across 200-plus locations. More here.

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Nathan Moore and Rebecca Meredith, directors at RWC Bayside. Picture: Supplied

Running Up the Down Escalator to Win

RWC Bayside won Commercial Agency of the Year at the 2025 REA Excellence Awards, defying their own expectations that Sydney or Melbourne would take the prize. Their success stems from a guiding idea by Ray White chairman Brian White, emphasising constant progress.

Nathan Moore explains the team's mindset: "You have to run up a downwards-facing escalator because if you stand still, you're going backwards." This philosophy influences their approach to innovation and maintaining high standards daily, encouraging a proactive attitude.

A key part of their success is treating client money as if it were their own, prompting better decision-making. This mindset recently helped secure seven offers above expectations, with one exceeding the seller's goal by $500,000, illustrating the power of their market-testing approach.

What you'll learn in the full article:

• The escalator philosophy: How to build continuous improvement into your agency's DNA

• Market-testing vs off-market: Why Nathan won't "bang together" off-market deals – and how to explain this to sellers

• The ownership mindset: The question that changes how your team approaches every decision

• Brisbane 2032 opportunity: Why southeast Queensland is entering a once-in-a-generation growth phase

Nathan's approach isn't complicated – but the discipline to maintain it for decades is what separates award winners from everyone else.

New offices, fresh launches and community champions

This week we put the spotlight on some exciting office expansions across the country, bold new business ventures taking flight, and agencies giving back to their local communities. We've rounded them up for you here…

Marty Haynes with Jennifer and Daniel Norris. Photo: Supplied

Ray White duo expands with radio legend Marty Haynes

Daniel and Jennifer Norris are launching Ray White Five Islands Group in Illawarra, bringing on local media icon Marty Haynes as brand ambassador and agent after his 22-year breakfast radio career. More here.

Harcourts Ignite opens fifth office. Photo: Supplied

Harcourts Ignite opens fifth Wide Bay office

Michael and Julie Vella have expanded from a single location to five offices across the region in just five years, now backed by 48 property professionals. More here.

Kashka Hardy with Coburg Lions. Photo: Supplied

Barry Plant Coburg expands Lions partnership

The agency has added jersey sponsorship for the 2026 VFL season to its existing five-year deal with Coburg Football Club that saw the ground renamed Barry Plant Park. More here.

Heather Edwards, Mark and Sarah Sheppard, Tom Donnelly, Con Kavooris. Photo: Supplied

Heather Edwards, Mark and Sarah Sheppard, Tom Donnelly, Con Kavooris. Photo: Supplied

Con Kavooris and Mark Sheppard are leading the new venture, focusing on advisory-led transactions and relationship-driven service across South Australia. More here.

OBrien Real Estate Carrum Downs has expanded. Photo: Supplied

O'Brien Real Estate Carrum Downs expands into Langwarrin

The Melbourne agency adds a second location to deepen its presence in the city's south-east. More here.

Vern Fitzgerald. Photo: Supplied

Vern Fitzgerald joins Ideal Buyer's Agency

The former wine industry sales leader has partnered with his sister Jade to specialise in Brisbane's Bayside market, bringing his negotiation expertise to the buyer's side. More here.

Neil Zheng, Hans Liu, Mingfeng Tang, Henry Lin, Jichen Quan and Emma Yu). Photo: Supplied

Ray White Burwood doubles down with Blackburn launch

Directors Henry Lin, Hans Liu and Jichen Quan are expanding into Melbourne's east with a second office and a combined team of more than 30 staff. More here.

James Nellis. Photo: Supplied

James Nelis launches his own buyer's agency

The former semi-professional AFL player is combining his high-performance sporting background with property expertise to work with athletes and professionals. More here.

Highland has obtained an Affordable Housing Property Management Licence in New South Wales. Photo: Supplied

Highland secures NSW affordable housing licence

The property group can now manage rental homes under the state government program across its six NSW offices, creating an end-to-end service from project marketing to long-term management. More here.

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Jamie Hershman builds Agency Matters on empathy and transparency

After a frustrating first-home buyer experience, he's created a business in the Adelaide Hills focused on skilled communication and putting clients in control. More here.

And finally…

Do you know of any upcoming moves we should know about? Tip us off by emailing newsroom@eliteagent.com.

Bev Pellow, Harrison Reid, Mary McLean, Matt Gibbon

This week we’ve got huge international news, new celebrity agents and plenty of industry changes in this edition of Movers + Shakers!

REMAX has struck a global merger deal with Real Brokerage valued at $880 million, bringing AI-driven technology into the network while maintaining its brand across markets, including Australia.

In a career shift, Harrison Reid has moved from Bondi Rescue to real estate, joining Harcourts Gold in New Zealand, while former Wallaby Matt Gibbon has also transitioned into property, joining Harcourts Northern Rivers.

Luxury specialist Tim Fraser has joined Ray White Upper North Shore, bringing a $1.8 billion track record and deep experience in Sydney’s prestige segment.

All that and more in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers!

This week’s big moves

Joel Davoren, Managing Director, REMAX Australia. Photo: Supplied

REMAX and Real strike $880M merger deal

The global tie-up brings AI-powered reZEN technology to REMAX Australia's network while preserving the iconic brand. Managing Director Joel Davoren says it's business as usual for local franchisees as the deal moves toward completion in late 2026. More here.

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Marilla Akkermans. Image supplied

The Profit Model That Doubles Community Impact

Founded in 2018 by Marilla Akkermans, Equality Media + Marketing integrates community impact into its core. Now a 30-person agency serving high-end property developments along Australia's eastern coast, it recently won the 2025 REA Excellence Award for Contribution to Local Community.

The agency donates at least 10% of profits annually to Women's Property Initiative, supporting women and children at risk of homelessness. Beyond finances, Marilla emphasises deeper help through pro bono work and strategic timing.

Working with affluent buyers has highlighted housing inequality, where thousands experience homelessness nightly. Marilla advocates for long-term partnerships, believing sustained support creates greater impact and meaningful change.

What you’ll learn in the full article:

• The 10% profit model: How Equality Media + Marketing structures giving into their business DNA

• Strategic timing: How they're potentially doubling impact by aligning donations with matched giving campaigns

• The long-term relationship approach: Why continuous support of one organisation creates more meaningful change

• The employer of choice connection: How community contribution links to business growth and team culture

Read the full story to discover why Marilla calls this the most meaningful award she's ever won.

Career changes, office openings and network growth

This week, we put the spotlight on some TV stars and athletes swapping careers for real estate, exciting new office openings across the country, and networks celebrating their top performers. We've rounded them up for you here…

Bondi Rescue's Harrison Reid has joined Harcourts. Photo: Supplied

Harrison Reid swaps Bondi Rescue for real estate

The longtime TV lifeguard has joined New Zealand's top Harcourts franchise after 12 years on the show. More here.

Tim Fraser has joined Ray White Upper North Shore. Photo: Supplied

Tim Fraser joins Ray White Upper North Shore

The luxury specialist brings a $1.8 billion track record and has been involved in 60 per cent of all $10 million-plus sales between Wahroonga and Turramurra. More here.

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Matt Gibbon trades rugby for real estate

The former Wallaby has joined Harcourts Northern Rivers in Ballina after a knee injury ended his professional career in 2023. His building background and rural upbringing are proving valuable in the regional market. More here.

Natalie Deep, Virginia Chick, Joanne Hall, Lachlan Pellow, Bev Pellow, Danielle Phillips. Photo: Supplied

McGrath embraces 120-year-old Cootamundra agency

The Pellow family's McGrath Riverina adds its sixth office, bringing Ron Loiterton Real Estate's 380-plus property management listings into the network. More here.

REMAX has bought togehter its top agents for an exclusive Brisbane summit. Photo: Supplied

REMAX hosts Diamond Event in Brisbane

More than 40 of the network's million-dollar-plus performers gathered at The Calile Hotel for exclusive professional development sessions featuring Cayle Blaxland, Natalie Waters plus our own Samantha McLean. More here.

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Josh Froud and Ricky Cavarra launch Belle Property Blue Bay

The local agents bring 17 years of combined experience to the new Central Coast office, targeting buyers relocating for the area's coastal lifestyle. More here.

Sam Borner, Matt McCabe, Peter Ludbrook, Matt Agterhuis, Will Munro & Nick Grylewicz Front: Katie Hewitt, Holly Boyd, Lauren Lubeek & Kate Brandenburg. Photo: Supplied

Ray White Ballarat opens satellite office in Lucas

The agency has partnered with land developer Integra Group to service the master-planned community seven kilometres west of the CBD. More here.

Buyer's agency platform FOUNDIT expands its Eastern Suburbs team with Mark Amos. Photo: Supplied

Mark Amos joins FOUNDIT as second Eastern Suburbs Partner

The seasoned buyer's agent brings over 20 years of property acquisition and development experience to the platform alongside founding partner Sabeen Akbani. More here.

Shayne Mele. Photo Supplied

Shayne Mele completes 50+ transactions in first year at Moove

The finance and property investment expert has transformed his decades of experience into a thriving buyer's agency practice focused on investor clients. More here.

OBrien Real Estate have pledged $35,000 to Good Friday Appeal. Photo: Supplied

OBrien Real Estate pledges $35,000 to Good Friday Appeal:

The network-wide donation to the Royal Children's Hospital demonstrates the collective strength of their Victorian offices coming together for community fundraising. More here.

Harcourts Property Centre expands with three Brisbane acquisitions. Photo: Supplied

Harcourts Property Centre expands across Brisbane

The agency is acquiring two Redlands businesses and opening a New Farm office on May 1 as part of its push to cover South East Queensland from Noosa to the northern Gold Coast. More here.

Robert Tulp joins Ray White A T Realty. Photo: Supplied

Robert Tulp joins Ray White A T Realty

The back-to-back REINZ National Auctioneering Champion will become Head of Auctions and Campaign Performance from May 2026. More here.

And finally…

Do you know of any upcoming moves we should know about? Tip us off by emailing newsroom@eliteagent.com.

Christie Nelson, Paul Neshausen, Sarah Broad, Aaron Raco

With the ANZAC Day long weekend bringing a quieter pace across the country, there’s still been plenty happening behind the scenes, with momentum across the industry showing no signs of slowing.

We have all the updates in this edition of Movers + Shakers!

Suzannah Toop has departed TOOP+TOOP after 14 years, stepping away from the Adelaide family business to build what she describes as the next evolution of renting.

Aaron Raco has moved to The Agency, bringing more than two decades of experience across residential and large-scale development sales on Sydney’s Northern Beaches.

Sarah Broad has acquired Kelly & Co Property, becoming one of the few female owners of a commercial real estate agency in Australia after transitioning from a career in public relations.

All that and more in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers!

This week’s big moves

Suzannah Toop is stepping away from TOOP+TOOP. Photo: Supplied

Suzannah Toop departs TOOP+TOOP after 14 years

The former CEO of the property management division left the Adelaide family business at the end of last year to build what she calls "the next evolution of renting". More here.

Woodards Manningham directors Stasi Adgemis, Alec Stefanoski and Brenton Linmeiers. Photo: Supplied

Brenton Linmeiers joins Woodards Manningham

His team from Marshall White Manningham is uniting with the established Woodards office to strengthen their presence in the prestige property market. More here.

Lifestyle empires, luxury leaders and creative headquarters

This week we put the spotlight on agents building their own empires, major acquisitions reshaping the industry, and new creative spaces taking flight. We've rounded them up for you here…

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Sam Mansy builds lifestyle empire with @realty OASIS

Operating in Surfers Paradise, he's carved out a niche in the apartment market while maintaining a stress-free, digitally-driven business. More here.

Paul Neshausen. Photo Supplied.

Paul Neshausen is thriving in luxury real estate

After leaving corporate life 13 years ago, he's now consistently ranking in the top half per cent of Barfoot & Thompson's 1,800 agents in Auckland's luxury market. More here.

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Aaron Raco joins The Agency

The 23-year northern beaches veteran brings experience across residential sales and major off-the-plan developments exceeding $400 million. More here.

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Jade Fitzgerald builds a family buyer's agency

Her brother Vern joined Ideal Property Buyers last year, turning the Brisbane-based business into a family operation focused on personalised service. More here.

Sarah Broad. Photo Kelly & Co Property

Sarah Broad acquires Kelly & Co Property

The former PR specialist has purchased the Brisbane commercial agency from founder Pat Kelly, making it one of few female-owned commercial firms in Australia. More here.

Glow Media HQ. Photo: Supplied

Highland opens creative headquarters in Taren Point

The Sydney group has launched a purpose-built studio housing Glow Media to provide in-house marketing services across its seven offices. More here.

Christie Nelson. Photo Supplied

Christie Nelson builds thriving Gippsland agency

After returning to real estate three years ago, she's grown Christie Nelson Real Estate from a solo operation to a team and earned All Star status with @realty. More here.

And finally…

Do you know of any upcoming moves we should know about? Tip us off by emailing newsroom@eliteagent.com.

Simone Howell, Jarrod Farey, Michele Annison, Mike Beardsley

We’ve seen some very big changes at the top end of the industry this week and we have all the updates in this edition of Movers + Shakers!

Thomas McGlynn has joined Ray White in a newly created national role as CEO of Performance and Value, focusing on lifting leadership capability across Australia and New Zealand.

Jarrod Farey has partnered with Barry Plant to launch a dedicated projects division, bringing his off-the-plan expertise to support developers across the network’s footprint.

In Far North Queensland, two established agencies have merged to form REMAX Powerhouse, combining boutique expertise with global network reach to strengthen their presence in Cairns.

All that and more in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers!

This week’s big moves

Thomas McGlynn and Dan White. Photo: Supplied

Thomas McGlynn joins Ray White in new national role

The REINSW president will serve as CEO of Performance and Value, focusing on leadership development across the network's Australian and New Zealand operations. More here.

Together with realestate.com.au

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From Reception to National Influence

Hayley Van de Ven began her career at 17 on reception. Two decades later, she was named Most Influential Woman in Property at the 2025 REA Excellence Awards — building a leadership philosophy grounded in people, not ego.

A defining moment came when a team member faced a mental health crisis. Unsure how to respond, Hayley sought support — an experience that reshaped how she leads and ultimately led her to join the board of RISE, the industry’s mental health service.

Her core belief is simple: property is secondary to people.

“Your business isn’t about property, it’s about people,” she says.

That mindset has helped Limitless Group consistently rank among REMAX’s top offices nationally.

What you’ll learn in the full profile:

• How she progressed from receptionist to director

• The culture strategy behind consistent top-office results

• Why she challenges the idea of work-life balance

• How influence only matters when it creates impact

A people-first philosophy driving sustainable growth — read the full story.

Mergers, new launches and growing teams

This week we put the spotlight on a powerhouse merger in Cairns, exciting new office openings across Melbourne and Sydney, and key appointments strengthening agencies nationwide. We've rounded them up for you here…

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Two Cairns agencies merge to form REMAX Powerhouse

Powerhouse Property's Kate Fern, Meaghan Confait and Michele Annison have joined forces with Tony Williamson's REMAX Real Estate Services to create REMAX Powerhouse in Far North Queensland. More here.

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Lachlan McCarthy joins Pulse Property Agents

The Sales Associate brings over six years of experience to the Sutherland Shire team with a client-first approach and strong industry foundation. More here.

Domenic Belfiore, Mike Beardsley, Dan White. Photo: Supplied

Mike Beardsley launches Ray White Hawthorn

The number one ranked agent across his former 45-office network for five straight years is backing Ray White's luxury network and interstate buyer data to give vendors an edge in Melbourne's inner-east. More here.

Simone Howell joins FOUNDIT. Photo: Supplied

Simone Howell joins FOUNDIT

She brings over 30 years of experience to strengthen the agency's presence across Melbourne's Bayside and Stonnington markets. More here.

Ben Burling, Jarrod Farey and Kyrstie Nolan. Photo: Supplied

Jarrod Farey joins Barry Plant to launch projects division

He's bringing Farey and Co into the network after five years independent and will lead off-the-plan sales across 70 offices. More here.

Harcourts Victoria has opened a new office in Box Hill, led by Michael Wu and Janssen Xiang. Photo: Supplied

Michael Wu and Janssen Xiang launch Harcourts Box Hill

The duo brings 35 years combined experience to the eastern suburbs office with a focus on multicultural communities. More here.

Domi Antalfy. Photo: Supplied

Domi Antalfy focuses on putting the buyer first

She launched Domination Buyers Agents after selling 250+ properties and spotting a gap in the market for genuine buyer representation. More here.

Anna Younan. Photo: Supplied

Anna Younan builds leading business in Camden

After 19 years in real estate, she's a partner at Gilbert and Younan, overseeing residential sales across the Macarthur region through transparency and strong client relationships. More here.

Team Charan. Photo: Supplied

Team Charan joins The Agency

The five-member team will service inner Brisbane suburbs including Newstead, Teneriffe and New Farm, alongside Sydney's Pyrmont. More here.

And finally…

Do you know of any upcoming moves we should know about? Tip us off by emailing newsroom@eliteagent.com.

Anna Varrica, Bert Geraerts, Claire Yan Liu, Liam Kirkwood

It’s been a couple of short weeks alongside school holidays, but there have still been a number of key appointments and new offices taking shape.

We have all the updates in this edition of Movers + Shakers!

Nick Dowling has taken on the role of Chairman at FOUNDIT, bringing board-level experience from Jellis Craig and REA Group to guide the platform’s national expansion.

Christian Hamilton and Mitch Peereboom have acquired Ray White Main Beach, adding a third office to their Queensland portfolio as former owner Michael Willems returns to a full-time sales role.

The Agency has expanded its Melbourne footprint with a new Bayside office, led by veteran agent Bert Geraerts, who brings more than 30 years of local experience to the role.

All that and more in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers!

This week’s big moves

Nick Dowling appointed Chairman of FOUNDIT. Photo: Supplied

Nick Dowling takes board role at FOUNDIT

The new national platform lets property managers build equity in their rent rolls without upfront capital as they hit growth milestones. More here.

Together with realestate.com.au

Alex Ouwens and Nathan Casserly. Image supplied

No Magic Dust Just Steady Evolution

OC Real Estate’s focus on mastering the basics - open homes, follow-ups, and negotiation - earned them major awards at the 2025 REA Excellence Awards. Executive director Nathan Casserly credits disciplined improvement, not dramatic change: “We’re still doing what I started 20 years ago, just much, much better.”

What sets OC apart is their interconnected office model. Since 2014, they’ve expanded to eight South Australian offices that collaborate to match buyers and tenants as people’s needs change, rather than operating in silos.

Their award-winning property management team reflects a long-term commitment to a sector critical to the housing system.

What you’ll learn in the full profile:

• How their offices collaborate instead of compete

• The power of continuous improvement

• Why visible leadership matters

• How technology supports (not replaces) agents

A decade of disciplined evolution - no secret formula needed.

New offices, leadership leaps and ownership changes

This week, we put the spotlight on some exciting new office openings across Queensland and Melbourne, key leadership appointments at the top, and ownership transitions that mark fresh chapters. We've rounded them up for you here…

Christian Hamilton, Michael Willems, Mitch Peereboom. Photo Supplied

Christian Hamilton and Mitch Peereboom acquire Ray White Main Beach

The non-selling principals add a third office to their Queensland portfolio, while former owner Michael Willems returns to sales. More here.

Daniel Ferris and Daniel Roberts. Photo Supplied

Daniel Ferris launches RE/MAX Heartland Real Estate

The former property manager has opened RE/MAX's first office in Queensland's Western Downs region in Dalby, partnering with local agent Donna Cook. More here.

Liam Kirkwood. Photo Supplied

Liam Kirkwood appointed Ray White Rural National Livestock Manager

The 2021 national young auctioneers champion and Townsville principal takes the network's top livestock role after a rapid rise through the ranks. More here.

Bert Geraerts. Photo: Supplied

Bert Geraerts launches The Agency Bayside

The veteran agent brings over 30 years of local experience to the new Melbourne office covering Beaumaris, Black Rock and Sandringham. More here.

O’Brien Real Estate's Doreen Team. Photo: Supplied

O’Brien Real Estate opens in Doreen

Anna Varrica and George Stathakis will lead the new office, marking the group's third location in Melbourne's northern corridor. More here.

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Monique Treder carves unique niche at Goldman Bros

The Northern Beaches buyer's agent takes just three to four clients at a time, focusing on quality service for families and downsizers. More here.

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Ray White Inner Brisbane Apartments rebrands to Ray White Brisbane City

Principals Colin and Kirsten Walsh say the change reflects their established position in the CBD after 17 years and signals expansion into Spring Hill, Fortitude Valley and Bowen Hills. More here.

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Trina Henry: Building a family legacy in Gold Coast real estate

The 25-year veteran and top 150 Queensland agent is building a family-led business on the Gold Coast, specialising in luxury real estate across residential, commercial and industrial. More here.

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Nicholas Armstrong-Smith ranks in the top 2% of 47,000 Century 21 agents worldwide six times over

The Century 21 principal operates the agency with wife Shona, and has been named in the top 2% of salespeople worldwide for the sixth time across 47,000 agents. More here.

And finally…

Do you know of any upcoming moves we should know about? Tip us off by emailing newsroom@eliteagent.com.

Featuring in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers: Eileen Corrigan, Mo Zeitouneh, Kyrstie Nolan, Maurice Romano.

Happy Easter Sunday! While many are enjoying a slower long weekend, the industry hasn’t taken its foot off the pedal.

We have all the latest in this edition of Movers + Shakers!

Hannah Gill is shaking up the property mangement industry, with the launch of Podium Property Management, a national platform designed to let property managers run their own business and build equity in their rent rolls.

Kyrstie Nolan has joined Barry Plant as Head of Operations, leading the network’s anti-money laundering compliance rollout ahead of the July 2026 deadline.

Chris Tynan is stepping down from Blackstone after a decade leading its Australian real estate business, having overseen growth from $5 billion to $50 billion in assets.

All that and more in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers!

This week’s big moves

Hannah Gill. Photo: Supplied.

Hannah Gill launches Podium Property Management

The new national platform lets property managers build equity in their rent rolls without upfront capital as they hit growth milestones. More here.

Chris Tynan. Photo: Blackstone

Chris Tynan steps down from Blackstone after a decade

He grew Australian real estate assets from $5 billion to $50 billion and oversaw major deals, including the record $24 billion AirTrunk acquisition. Taro Squires takes over from July 1. More here.

Partnerships, performance and prestigious awards

This week, we put the spotlight on some new business partnerships taking shape, record-breaking agents making their mark, exciting new divisions launching, and award winners being celebrated across the industry. We've rounded them up for you here…

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Anthony Nardella breaking records on the Mid North Coast

Operating through @realty's Oasis model, he's achieving street records on roughly one in every three or four sales in the Port Macquarie and Wauchope area. More here.

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Industry veteran Barry Pound operates buyer's agency beagl in Perth

The 37-year real estate professional launched the business three years ago with his son, Matthew, and now has six buyer's agents across the city. He's also championing professional standards as part of the REIWA committee for buyer's agents. More here.

Kyrstie Nolan. Photo: Supplied

Kyrstie Nolan joins Barry Plant as Head of Operations

She'll lead the network's anti-money laundering compliance rollout ahead of the July 2026 deadline. More here.

Maurice Romano. Photo Supplied.

Harcourts RPG launches dedicated project sales division

The first of its kind in the Harcourts Australia network has already secured a $5.2 million penthouse sale at its debut Fitzroy development. More here.

First National announces 2025 Vic/Tas State Awards winners. Photo: Supplied

First National announces 2025 Vic/Tas award winners

FN Charles L. King & Co in Echuca claimed Sales Office of the Year, while FN Hall & Partners in Dandenong took Property Management Office of the Year. Simon Burns from FN Latrobe in Traralgon was named Salesperson of the Year and Jackie Lyons won Property Manager of the Year. More here.

Dan White, Ben Jusufi, Mo Zeitouneh, Domenic Belfiore. Photo: Supplied

Mo Zeitouneh becomes partner at Ray White Dandenong

After seven years working alongside Ben Jusufi, he's joining as business partner as the agency relocates to a new purpose-built office. More here.

Neil Valentine, Image: Supplied

Neil Valentine launches VEANDN Buyers

After 16 years of buying and renovating investment properties, he's building a Victoria-based agency and helping others by focusing on quality over quantity. More here.

And finally…

Do you know of any upcoming moves we should know about? Tip us off by emailing newsroom@eliteagent.com.

Featuring in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers: Emma Chapman, Grant Simpson, Teagan Seccombe, Dylan Rakich

There are only five more sleeps until the Easter break, and the industry changes are coming in thick and fast.

We have all the updates in this edition of Movers + Shakers!

Peter Diamantidis has added an eighth office to the Ray White United Group with the acquisition of Toongabbie, continuing rapid growth across Western Sydney as the business scales its team and footprint.

Jennifer Binetter and Carmen Culina have joined the Rubinstein Group, bringing collective sales expertise after working together on a major multi-lot development deal in Sydney.

And Teagan Seccombe and Karmen Costigan have stepped into global leadership roles within Harcourts, strengthening the brand’s international operations across events, partnerships and property management strategy.

All that and more in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers!

This week’s big moves

Ray White United Group expands again. Photo: Supplied

Peter Diamantidis adds eighth office to Ray White United Group

The Toongabbie acquisition marks continued rapid expansion across Western Sydney, growing from five staff to 125 team members in just four years. More here

Owen Moore, Henry Burke and Brennan Latimer. Photo Supplied

McGrath and Knight Frank launch joint projects division

Owen Moore leads South East Queensland, Brennan Latimer heads Melbourne, and Henry Burke runs Sydney. More here.

Leadership leaps, new offices and giving back

This week, we put the spotlight on some exciting promotions and appointments, fresh office openings across the country, milestone celebrations and agents making a difference in the community. We've rounded them up for you here…

Jennifer Binetter and Carmen Culina. Photo Supplied

Jennifer Binetter and Carmen Culina join The Rubinstein Group

The duo will focus on development sites and collective sales after co-leading a $30m collective sale of 39 lots in Rushcutters Bay. More here.

Katherine Skinner. Image: Supplied

Katherine Skinner builds National Property Buyers in Adelaide

She has prioritised relationships over transaction volume, helping clients navigate Adelaide’s competitive property market. More here.

First National Real Estate’s agents presented with their 2025 NSW State Awards. Photo: Supplied

First National announces NSW award winners

Byron Bay takes Sales Office of the Year while Port Macquarie's Patterson office claims Property Management Office of the Year. More here.

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Emma Chapman appointed director at Ray White Bathurst

After building the office's property management arm over three years, she steps into leadership alongside principals Stephen and Kathie Townsend. More here.

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Daniel Petch joins REMAX Aspire as Managing Partner

He brings strategic marketing and media expertise to the Gold Coast agency's leadership team alongside owners Jarryd and Ryan Fisher. More here.

Grant Simpson. Photo: Supplied

Grant Simpson returns to Ray White

The commercial agent has joined RWC Northern Corridor Group after selling his independent agency, reuniting with longtime collaborators in Brisbane's north. More here.

National Property Buyers founder Mr Bucello brings 25 years of relationship-driven buyer advocacy expertise. Photo: Supplied

Antony Bucello celebrates 25 years as a buyer's agent

One of Australia's first dozen buyer's agents, he now operates National Property Buyers across Melbourne and is busier than ever following the post-COVID market surge. More here.

Dylan Rakich. Photo: Supplied

Dylan Rakich opens Acton | Belle Property Karratha

The local with 21 years in the region is leading the brand's first office in the Pilbara mining hub. More here.

Trish and Nathan Pearman. Photo: Supplied

Belize Property joins Harcourts network

The Jacobs Well agency behind the area's four highest sales is rebranding as Harcourts Belize Group and expanding to Ormeau. More here.

Simone Chin. Photo: Supplied

Simone Chin builds leading Brighton business

The former professional ballet dancer launched Atria Real Estate nearly five years ago and now operates across Melbourne's prestigious Bayside suburbs. More here.

Karmen Costigan and Teagan Seccombe. Photo: Supplied

Teagan Seccombe and Karmen Costigan step up at Harcourts

The two Australian executives have been promoted to global leadership roles, with Teagan overseeing events and partnerships across the trans-Tasman network and Karmen leading property management strategy worldwide. More here.

McGrath South Yarra and McGrath Ivanhoe. Photo: Supplied

McGrath South Yarra and Ivanhoe add five new agents

The Melbourne franchise has recruited five leading agents as part of a deliberate growth strategy across both markets. More here.

The Harcourts Foundation is supporting pets. Photo: Supplied

Harcourts Foundation supports RSPCA's Pets in Crisis program

The $8,904 grant helps domestic violence victims access emergency pet boarding, removing a key barrier that often keeps people in unsafe homes. More here.

Featuring in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers: Emma Oliver, Peter Shear, Nikoletta Virag, Shaun Grant

It’s just a few weeks until Easter now, and there are plenty of new offices taking shape ahead of the holiday break.

We have all the updates in this edition of Movers + Shakers!

Ray White Northern Beaches has opened a flagship office in Manly, marking the fourth location in the group’s rapid expansion led by David Walker and Charles Caravousanos.

McGrath has completed its Surf Coast corridor with a new Torquay office, strengthening its footprint from Geelong through Armstrong Creek as coastal demand continues from Melbourne and interstate buyers.

Jellis Craig has continued its east Melbourne growth with a new Croydon office, led by director James Wilson as the brand pushes further into outer suburban markets.

All that and more in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers!

This week’s big moves

Charles Caravousanos, Dan White and David Walker. Image: Supplied

Ray White’s top performers open Manly flagship in Northern Beaches push

The directors behind Ray White's number one international business have opened their fourth Northern Beaches office in nine months – and they're hiring. More here.

Listings, leadership and landmark moves

This week, we put the spotlight on agents generating impressive listing pipelines, businesses expanding through new offices and mergers, and respected names taking the next step in leadership and ownership. We’ve rounded them up for you here…

A DiJones co-branded Cool Cabana on the beach at Pacific Palms. The cabanas are gifted to vendors at settlement or placed in holiday homes for guest use.

DiJones turns beach lifestyle into $41M listing pipeline

Dominique Vasers at DiJones Pacific Palms uses cabanas, a branded Vespa, and targeted campaigns to attract buyers, generating $41M in listings without a traditional shopfront. More here.

McGrath Torquay, left to right, Elisha Jackman, Director Property Management, Sam Parsons, director and Hanley Parsons. Image: Supplied

McGrath completes Surf Coast corridor with Torquay office

McGrath has opened its third office in the corridor, running from Geelong through Armstrong Creek to Torquay under Principal Sam Parsons. More here.

Emma Oliver - Image: Supplied

Perth agent switches sides after decade in sales

After more than a decade in sales, Emma Oliver has made the switch to helping buyers and is focused on trust and compassion. More here.

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David Hall and Shaun Grant take ownership of Explore Property Cairns

The pair have spent four years within the network and are making the step up from agents to business owners. More here.

Shane O’Sughrue and James Aldinger. Image: Supplied

Ray White Chelsea expands with Hastings merger

Four years after launching Ray White Chelsea, directors James Aldinger and Shane O'Sughrue have opened a second office by merging with established independent Roberts Partners Real Estate. More here.

(L-R) William Lyall, Daniel Broadbent (↑), James Wilson (↓) and Brent Earney. Image supplied

Jellis Craig acquires Croydon office

Jellis Craig has opened a new Croydon office in Melbourne’s outer east, led by director James Wilson. More here.

OBrien marks decade with record Coast Guard fundraiser

The Carrum Coast Guard Fun Run raised more than $29,000 this year – a record for the event OBrien Real Estate has sponsored for a decade. More here.

Ray White Chief Investment Officer Peter Shear. Image: Supplied.

RW Capital expands into Asia with new Seoul office and CIO appointment

RW Capital appoints Peter Shear as Chief Investment Officer and opens its first Asian office in Seoul, driving international growth and strengthening investor partnerships. More here.

Nikoletta Virag, Deepanshu (Deep) Solanki and Subh Singh. Image: Supplied.

Couple takes ownership of Ray White Tea Tree Gully

Deep Solanki has spent six years selling across Adelaide's northeast – now he and wife Nikoletta Virag own the office. More here

NAI Harcourts Pinnacle is a 2026 REIA Commercial Agency of the Year finalist. Image: Supplied

NAI Harcourts Pinnacle named national award finalist

The northern Brisbane agency's REIQ state win last year earned it a spot among 136 finalists at the REIA National Awards for Excellence 2026. Director Phil Grant – recently named the top NAI Harcourts sales agent in Australia – has spent a decade building the team's reputation in the Brendale Industrial Precinct. Winners will be announced in Melbourne on 21 May. More here.

Featuring in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers: Rhiannan Arnold, Luke Evans, Lyn Chambers, Callan Lister

The AFL Season has kicked off this weekend, and we have another big partnership to lead off this edition of Movers + Shakers!

realestate.com.au is back on board with the Sydney Swans as they make their push in 2026, with Swans CEO Matthew Pavlich thrilled to be teaming up for another season.

Hunter Macri has joined Harcourts Queensland as Business Operations Manager, bringing experience across several major brands to help strengthen network relationships and operational systems.

Meanwhile, more than 300 agents gathered at The Agency’s Elevate conference, with Mark Bouris headlining sessions on branding, growth and industry strategy.

All that and more in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers!

This week’s big moves

realestate.com.au has extended its major partnership with the Sydney Swans. Photo Supplied

realestate.com.au extends Sydney Swans partnership

The three-year deal takes the collaboration through to 2029 and marks a decade of partnership with the club. More here.

Alex Pattaro. Photo: Supplied

Alex Pattaro joins Ray White United Group as general manager

The former Head of Performance and Chief Auctioneer will help Peter Diamantidis grow the eight-office business across Sydney's north west and hills district. More here.

Acquisitions, appointments and ambitious expansions

This week, we put the spotlight on some major agency acquisitions, exciting new office openings, and industry leaders stepping into prominent roles across Australia. We've rounded them up for you here…

Hunter Macri. Photo: Supplied

Hunter Macri joins Harcourts Queensland as Business Operations Manager

With five years in the state's largest real estate brands, he'll strengthen network relationships and operational systems during the next phase of growth. More here.

Stacey Mitchell. Photo: Supplied

Stacey Mitchell goes from strength to strength in South East Queensland

The former marketing director made the switch three years ago and now operates from the Gold Coast to Mackay with a flat fee structure and focus on off-market properties. More here.

Dominic Pike. Photo: Supplied

Dominic Pike launches Ray White Muswellbrook

The high-performer brings deep community ties and a track record of setting suburb records since entering real estate in 2020. More here.

Harcourts Foundation charity golf day. Photo: Supplied

Harcourts Foundation announces 2026 Charity Golf Day

The event returns on June 8 at Glades Golf Club in Robina to support Orange Sky, following last year's success raising funds for 48 backpack beds. More here.

The Agency expands into Mollymook. Photo: Supplied

The Agency expands into Mollymook with market leaders

National real estate brand The Agency has entered the NSW South Coast town of Mollymook and surrounds with Lyn Chambers and Kate Wise. More here.

Callan Lister launches Harcourts Port Adelaide Largs Bay. Photo: Supplied

Callan Lister opens Harcourts Port Adelaide | Largs Bay

The award-winning principal has assembled an experienced team focused on elevating service standards in the Peninsula after his successful tenure in Adelaide's northern suburbs. More here.

Neil Casey. Photo: Supplied

Neil Casey builds specialised buyer's agency

After a health scare prompted a career reset, he's partnered with buyersagents.com.au to focus on small developments and granny flat strategies for investors. More here.

Ray White Rural Stanthorpe. Photo: Supplied

Ray White Rural Stanthorpe returns to the network

James and Sally Croft alongside James Arthur and Alison Jones have taken the reins at the original franchise location. The group now operates five offices across the Southern, Western and Darling Downs with Alison Jones appointed Operations Manager and Guy Sellick leading rural sales. More here.

Harcourts Legacy. Photo: Supplied

Tanjot Singh and Pardeep Smotra launch Harcourts Legacy in Northwest Sydney

The new agency will service Riverstone, Marsden Park, Melonba, Grantham Farm and Schofields with a focus on client relationships and collective excellence. More here.

Featuring in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers: Hayley Van de Ven, Matt Lahood, Karlie Ridley, Paul Tzamalis

Today is International Women’s Day and this week the industry has been hosting events and recognising the contribution of women shaping the sector.

It’s been another action packed seven days, with plenty of big news and we have it all here in this edition of Movers + Shakers!

Thomas McGlynn has stepped down as CEO of BresicWhitney, with Will Gosse named Acting CEO who will continue to work alongside the group’s Leadership Team.

James Linacre has been appointed CEO of Ray White Commercial, stepping in to lead the expanding commercial network nationally with a focus on strategic recruitment and enhancing member performance.

Hayley Van de Ven has expanded REMAX The Limitless Group through a merger with Suzana Wade, creating REMAX Locate and strengthening the network’s presence across Brisbane’s eastern suburbs.

All that and more in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers!

This week’s big moves

Will Gosse. Photo: Supplied

Thomas McGlynn departs BresicWhitney as CEO

Will Gosse steps in as Acting CEO after over a decade with the Sydney group, following a record $420 million February. More here.

James Linacre. Photo: Supplied

James Linacre named Ray White Commercial CEO

Four years after joining Ray White as a business development executive, James Linacre takes the top job at Ray White Commercial. More here.

Fresh launches, growing teams and giving back

This week, we put the spotlight on some innovative new platforms taking flight, key appointments and expansions across the country, award-winning auctioneers, and agents doing their bit for charity. We've rounded them up for you here…

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Mark Mendel launches Moove to democratise buyer's agents

The platform uses technology to make expert property advice affordable for everyday Australians, not just wealthy clients, across Brisbane, Sydney, Newcastle and Adelaide. More here.

Suzana Wade and Hayley Van de Ven. Photo: Supplied

Hayley Van de Ven expands REMAX The Limitless Group

She's merged with Locate Property's Suzana Wade to launch REMAX Locate in Tingalpa, growing her presence across Brisbane's eastern suburbs. More here.

Sam Wilkinson. Photo: Supplied

Sam Wilkinson joins Jellis Craig Boroondara

The Executive Sales Consultant brings over 20 years of experience to lead the agency's prestige market efforts in one of Melbourne's most competitive luxury corridors. More here.

Tim Allen. Photo: Supplied

Tim Allen transitions from finance broker to buyer's agent

After years of mortgage broking and helping clients with purchases, he launched IPS Buyers Agents across Southeast Queensland. More here.

Michael Feltoe, Rick Silberman, Lachlan O'Keeffe. Photo: Supplied

Rick Silberman joins RWC Retail as partner and head of VIC

The accomplished retail investment agent brings 12 years of experience and record-breaking yields to lead the group's Victorian expansion. More here.

Chris O’Brien, in partnership with Mount Lawley Principals Scott Fletcher and Chris Pham.

Chris O'Brien leads new Acton | Belle Property Perth City office

He's partnering with Mount Lawley principals Scott Fletcher and Chris Pham to expand into the inner-city market. More here.

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Cameron Brain and Aamir Sethi become shareholders at Ray White Austar Realty

They're joining Craig Smith and Len Day to drive growth across the West Auckland business. More here.

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Kobe Rae wins Apollo Auction Competition

The Harcourts Queensland Auction Growth Manager took out the Open Division title against Australia and New Zealand's best auctioneers. More here.

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First National names SA/NT award winners

First National Real Estate’s South Australia and Northern Territory agents were presented with their 2025 State Awards at Skycity Adelaide recently and the winners now progress to the national awards. More here.

Joel Selwood and Barry Plant Franchise Development Manager, Ben Burling. Photo: Supplied

Barry Plant launches Kickstart 2026

The network unveiled an industry-first vendor app and hosted AFL legend Joel Selwood, though Chris Hill's growth session stole the show as the highest-rated presentation. More here.

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Mark Bouris headlines The Agency's Elevate conference

More than 300 real estate professionals gathered at Randwick Racecourse for the annual event, with Bouris leading sessions on personal branding and industry experts covering video content, market insights and training. More here.

Sianne Ware, Monique Fitzgerald & Renata Illingworth from Barry Plant Boronia. Photo Supplied

Barry Plant hosts International Women's Day Lunch

The event at Leonda by the Yarra featured panels with Lara Drossos, Candice Hill, Sofia Lauricella and Imogen Hammond, plus keynote speaker Emily Wallace. More here.

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Nikita Phillips acquires First National Kingston

The property manager of six years has purchased the agency and stepped into the Managing Director role ahead of International Women's Day. More here.

Featuring in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers: Mai Wegen, Scott McGlone, Emma Rowland, Ross Lewis

This week we’ve seen more leadership changes, major milestones and some big award winners.

We have all the updates in this edition of Movers + Shakers!

Kate Littlejohn has been appointed Co-CEO of Harcourts Tasmania, joining Tony Morrison after more than two decades working together, a move designed to strengthen leadership continuity and guide the network’s next phase of growth.

The Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) has rejoined the REIA after an 11-year absence, restoring Queensland’s voice at a national level and reconnecting members with federal advocacy and industry programs.

Winners have also been named across two major networks, with First National Real Estate recognising its top Queensland performers at its 2025 State Awards, while REMAX Australia honoured standout agents and offices at its national awards gala in Brisbane.

All that and more in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers!

This week’s big moves

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Kate Littlejohn appointed Co-CEO of Harcourts Tasmania

The long-serving operations leader steps into the co-CEO role alongside Tony Morrison, ushering in a new growth chapter. More here.

REIQ CEO Antonia Mercorella. Image: Supplied

REIQ rejoins REIA after 11-year break

Queensland's peak body returns to the national federation, restoring state representation and giving members access to national awards and auctioneering championships. More here.

Award winners, ambitious expansions and appointments aplenty

This week, we put the spotlight on some celebrated award winners, exciting new office openings and expansions, plus a host of key appointments strengthening teams across the country. We've rounded them up for you here…

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First National Real Estate announces 2025 Queensland state award winners

First National Real Estate recognised Queensland’s top performers at its 2025 State Awards in Brisbane, with FN Cleveland named QLD Sales Office of the Year. More here.

REMAX Annual Awards. Photo: Supplied

REMAX celebrate excellence at annual awards

REMAX Australia honoured outstanding network achievements at its annual awards gala in Brisbane, with The Eagle Award, going to Wes McGregor. More here.

Daniel Dajcic. Photo: Supplied

Daniel Dajcic brings The Agency to Kiama and Gerringong

The number one agent in the area is launching the brand's presence on the NSW South Coast with his team after 16 years of local experience. More here.

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Michael Lezaja teams up with buyeragents.com.au

After purchasing 14 properties in 12 months as an investor, his buyer's agency brings an experienced and data-driven methodology to the platform's growing network. More here.

Ray White members hit the phones for first REOO of 2026. Photo: Supplied

Ray White books 12,304 appraisals in 12-hour blitz

The network's 20th Real Estate of Origin event saw 3,549 participants from 360 offices make 141,131 calls across Australia and New Zealand. More here.

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Sean Phuah joins FOUNDIT as Founding Partner Buyer’s Agent

The prestige North Shore specialist strengthens FOUNDIT’s Sydney network, joined by Mai Wegen to support discerning buyers. More here.

Featuring in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers: Selina Short, Tom Jones, Andrea Heath, Daniel Condon

The year is moving quickly, and the reshuffle across the agency landscape isn’t slowing down.

We have all the updates in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers!

Tony Kwan is returning to Barry Plant Eastern Group, with The One Real Estate Box Hill, in a move that strengthens the group’s footprint across Melbourne’s east.

Leading property economist Cameron Kusher has teamed up with The Agency as Insights Partner, boosting the brand’s national market intelligence capability at a critical time in the cycle.

Sydney’s Lower North Shore also saw movement, with Tom Jones joining DiJones Neutral Bay, adding premium apartment market expertise to the team.

All that and more in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers!

This week’s big moves

Brendan Di Rago, Theo Politis, Tony Kwan, Spiro Drossos, Michael Steenhuis, Mark Di Giulio. Photo: Supplied

Tony Kwan returns to Barry Plant Eastern Group

The One Real Estate Box Hill joins the network from March 1, strengthening the group's presence across Melbourne's east and adding significant international reach. More here.

Cameron Kusher. Photo: Supplied

Cameron Kusher joins The Agency as Insights Partner

The Agency has strengthened its national market intelligence capability, appointing respected property economist Cameron Kusher as its new Insights Partner. More here.

Acquisitions, appointments and ambitious expansions

This week, we put the spotlight on some major agency acquisitions, exciting new office openings, and industry leaders stepping into prominent roles across Australia. We've rounded them up for you here…

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Daniel Condon joins Area Specialist

After 20 years at the same agency in Frankston, he's doubled his income while maintaining his reputation for honesty and transparency in the local market. More here.

Jack Freestone. Photo: Supplied

Jack Freestone expands Buyer Collective

The property developer with over 50 purchases under his belt has established his buyer's agency in Brisbane, with a recent expansion to the Gold Coast. More here.

Belle Property's new Bulimba office. Photo: Supplied

Belle Property returns to Bulimba

Kaylee Doyle leads the new office after nine years with the brand and over $1 billion in local property sales experience. More here.

Jeanne Anderson. Photo: Supplied

Jeanne Anderson joins FOUNDIT as Senior Buyer's Agent

The Mornington Peninsula local brings years of residential property experience to strengthen the company's presence in Victoria. More here.

Love Sharma and Samaira Ahuja. Photo: Supplied

Love Sharma and Samaira Ahuja open Ray White Donnybrook

The market-leading duo with 11.23% market share and 17 years of combined experience will expand services to include property management within six months. More here.

Tom Jones. Photo: Supplied

Tom Jones joins DiJones Neutral Bay

The Lower North Shore specialist brings eight years of experience and a track record as a top-performing agent in premium apartment markets. More here.

Alistair Shearer. Photo Supplied

Alistair Shearer to lead Belle Property Mornington's PM division

The industry veteran joins as Head of Property Management and equity partner after previously leading Victoria's top-performing PM office. More here.

Chris Anderson. Photo: Supplied

Chris Anderson joins Ray White Clayfield

The accomplished horse trainer brings 15 years of sales experience and local expertise to his new role after ranking as Queensland's 9th top trainer. More here.

BresicWhitney’s 2026 Growth Summit. Photo: Supplied

BresicWhitney hosts 2026 Growth Summit

Thomas McGlynn led the Sydney-based property group's gathering at the Museum of Contemporary Art, focusing on raising industry standards with integrity and community value. More here.

Ray White Commercial Symposium. Photo: Supplied

Ray White Commercial celebrates 18% growth at inaugural Symposium

The event brought together 300 network members, featured AI specialist Samantha McLean, and prepared agents for upcoming anti-money laundering reforms. More here.

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Harcourts NSW teams up with Porsche Centre Willoughby

The group hosted its inaugural Industry Track Night, bringing real estate leaders together for a high-performance networking event focused on connection and strategic growth. More here.

DiJones Lindfield. Photo: Supplied

DiJones Lindfield named Office of the Year after record quarter

The North Shore office secured the 2025 award after transacting 45 properties worth more than $130 million in its strongest quarter on record. More here.

Featuring in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers: Hayley Van de Ven, Paul Noonan, Jamie-Lee Billerwell, Chris Hynes

The year is flying by already, and the changes across the industry keep coming thick and fast.

We have all the news in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers!

OC Real Estate claimed two major titles at the REA Excellence Awards, while Hayley Van de Ven was named Most Influential Woman in Property. Jamie-Lee Billerwell has joined Ray White Queensland as Network Specialist – Property Management Growth, bringing international consultancy experience to scale PM performance.

Ray White Victoria hosted its biggest-ever launch event, celebrating record sales momentum as the network sharpens its competitive edge.

All that and more in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers!

This week’s big moves

Alex Ouwens and Nathan Casserly of OC Real Estate. Image: Supplied

REA Excellence Awards winners revealed for 2025

OC Real Estate, led by Alex Ouwens and Nathan Casserly have claimed two major titles with a new Top Agent badge now appearing on profiles nationwide. More here.

Digital pioneers, dynamic promotions and dramatic expansions

This week, we put the spotlight on some innovative digital marketing strategies, significant leadership appointments, and ambitious agency expansions across Australia and New Zealand. We've rounded them up for you here…

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Leo Edwards pioneers digital real estate in coastal Victoria

The @realty agent has revolutionised property marketing in Inverloch through social media and digital platforms, maintaining an impressive 92% list-to-sale ratio. More here.

Jamie-Lee Billerwell. Photo: Supplied

Jamie-Lee Billerwell joins Ray White Queensland

The property management expert with 15 years experience takes on the role of Network Specialist - Property Management Growth after running her successful consultancy across three countries. More here.

Josh and Tegan O’Doherty. Photo: Supplied

The Agency expands into Lake Macquarie

Josh and Tegan O'Doherty bring their seven-person team covering both residential and commercial sales to the national brand, with Josh having been Belmont's leading agent for 30 years. More here.

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Hayley Sneddon joins DiJones Southern Highlands

The experienced agent brings deep local knowledge to the Bowral office as the group continues expanding across NSW's sought-after lifestyle markets. More here.

Andrew Garland and Natascha Drexel-Munro. Photo: Supplied

Natascha Drexel-Munro steps up at Ray White Caloundra

The experienced agent joins Andrew Garland as co-Principal and Business Owner to lead the agency's next growth phase across the southern Sunshine Coast. More here.

Janine McDonald. Photo: Supplied

Janine McDonald joins Harcourts Solutions

The established Alderley agent brings 28 years of local expertise to the brand while remaining in the same location to continue serving her community. More here.

Ray White A T Realty Group has acquired two new offices. Photo: Supplied

Ray White A T Realty expands across Auckland

Adam Thomson and Tom Rawson have acquired offices in Auckland Central and Wynyard Quarter, evolving from South Auckland specialists to a city-wide operation with six locations. More here.

Angus Ferguson, Thomas Georgiou, Joel Tomaino. Photo: Supplied

Thomas Georgiou joins FOUNDIT as Founding Partner

The buyer's agent veteran with 22 years of experience will head their national Buyer Agent Services and launch the new Buyer's Agent Academy. More here.

Ray White Victoria and Tasmania CEO Domenic Belfiore kicked off Launch 2026. Photo: Supplied

Ray White Victoria hosts record launch event

CEO Domenic Belfiore challenged 1,200 members to pursue market leadership while celebrating three consecutive record-breaking months and 18,000 settled sales in 2025. More here.

Jellis Craig's inaugural Marketing Expo. Photo: Supplied

Jellis Craig hosts inaugural Marketing Expo

Over 500 team members gathered at Melbourne's Olympic Park for the event featuring 12 suppliers and experts alongside their first Sales Conference of the year. More here.

The Harcourts Foundation has given a grant to Sunshine Butterflies. Photo: Supplied

Harcourts Foundation grants $5,000 to Sunshine Butterflies

The funding will transform accessibility at 'Our Backyard' by creating pathways connecting animal enclosures, gardens and activity hubs for the disability support charity. More here.

And finally…

Do you know of any upcoming moves we should know about? Tip us off by emailing newsroom@eliteagent.com.

Featuring in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers: Louise Harget, Francesco Demarco, Jenna Wallace, Ryan Schneider

It’s been another busy week across the industry, and we have all the latest news in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers!

Katrina Tarrant has been named the first CEO of Urban Real Estate, taking over from founder Christopher Lowry as the business continues its expansion plans.

Sean Gibson has been appointed Head of Sales at Ray White Cottesloe | Mosman Park, bringing 15 years’ experience and more than $1 billion in sales to strengthen the brand’s western suburbs presence.

Ryan Schneider has left Anywhere Real Estate following the Compass merger as consolidation continues to shake up the US real estate giants.

All that and more in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers!

This week’s big moves

Katrina Tarrant. Photo: Supplied

Katrina Tarrant named Urban Real Estate's first CEO

The appointment signals the NSW independent group's evolution from founder-led startup to scaled business as it operates across 15 offices with plans for further expansion. More here.

Acquisitions, appointments and ambitious expansions

This week, we put the spotlight on some major agency acquisitions, exciting new office openings, and industry leaders stepping into prominent roles across Australia. We've rounded them up for you here…

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Sean Gibson named Head of Sales at Ray White Cottesloe | Mosman Park

The luxury property specialist brings 15 years of experience and over $1 billion in sales to help expand the agency's presence in Perth's western suburbs. More here.

Belle Property North Shore has announced Patrick Lang as partner and principal. Photo: Supplied

Patrick Lang named Partner at Belle Property North Shore

The rebrand unites offices in Lane Cove, Hunter's Hill, Lindfield, Willoughby and Ryde under one banner, with Lang bringing 15+ years experience and 515+ property sales to the leadership team. More here.

Charlie McCarron, Melinda Kirby, Cassie Sparks and Riley Neaton. Photo: Supplied

Ray White Rockhampton unveils new leadership structure

Riley Neaton will now share leadership with Cassie Sparks, Charlie McCarron and Melinda Kirby as the business continues its market dominance across Central Queensland. More here.

Nicole MacGee. Photo: Supplied

Nicole MacGee returns to The Agency

She's been appointed as Head of Operations for the Property Management division in a newly created role supporting their portfolio of over 12,000 properties. More here.

Harcourts Solutions has launched a new Alderley office. Photo: Supplied

Harcourts Solutions opens Alderley office

The expansion includes acquiring over 1,000 investment properties and welcoming 30 new team members under the leadership of Brendan Whipps, Etienne Labuschagne, Jodie Stainton and Greg Allan. More here.

Anthony Butler. Photo: Supplied

Anthony Butler joins FOUNDIT as Senior Buyer's Agent

The experienced property strategist will leverage the platform's research tools and analytics to support buyers with market insights and negotiation expertise. More here.

David Highland speaking at the Highland Annual Kickstart Conference. Photo: Supplied

Highland hosts annual Kickstart Conference

The team gathered at InterContinental Double Bay, with speakers Josh Phegan and Simon Cohen, while CEO David Highland emphasised the importance of finding opportunities in challenging markets. More here.

And finally…

Do you know of any upcoming moves we should know about? Tip us off by emailing newsroom@eliteagent.com.

Featuring in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers: Anita Wildash, Josh Deluca, Angie Donaghey, James Aroney

It was a short week, but there were still plenty of industry changes, and we have them all here in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers!

Linda Baker has made history, becoming REEF’s first female President in the organisation’s 60-year history.

REA Group has boosted its executive ranks with the appointment of Gerard Connell as Executive General Manager of Sales, to lead the national sales team through the next phase of growth and AI-driven transformation.

DiJones Castle Hill has strengthened its Hills District presence with the appointment of 22-year local veteran, Dean Muriti.

All that and more in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers!

This week’s big moves

Linda Baker. Photo: Supplied

Linda Baker becomes REEF's first female President

The Ray White Norwood leader makes history in the organisation's 60-year timeline while bringing extensive industry experience to the role. More here.

Gerard Connell. Photo Supplied

Gerard Connell joins REA Group

The new Executive General Manager of Sales brings over 20 years of experience to lead the national team during the industry's AI transformation. More here.

Acquisitions, appointments and ambitious expansions

This week, we put the spotlight on some major agency acquisitions, exciting new office openings, and industry leaders stepping into prominent roles across Australia. We've rounded them up for you here…

Ben August. Photo Supplied

Ben August launches August Estate Agents

The Cairns-based strategist ranks #1 in Northern Queensland with 40 sales averaging just 6 days on market under @realty's OASIS model. More here.

Dean Muriti. Photo: Supplied

Dean Muriti joins DiJones Castle Hill

The 22-year Hills District veteran brings his service-driven approach after previously serving as director at a local agency. More here.

Chantel Dielwert. Photo: Supplied

Chantel Dielwert joins Ray White Buderim

The experienced agent and auctioneer will work across both Buderim and Maroochydore offices, supporting the group's goal of conducting over 500 auctions annually. More here.

Avi Khan speaks at The ONE Conference. Photo: Supplied

Avi Khan unites industry leaders at The One Conference

The Ray White AKG founder brought together top performers committed to raising standards through exemplary practice rather than reactive regulation in the event's fourth year. More here.

And finally…

Do you know of any upcoming moves we should know about? Tip us off by emailing newsroom@eliteagent.com.