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Harcourts Recognised as One of The Australian’s Best Places to Work
Harcourts, one of Australia’s leading real estate brands, has been honoured as a member of The Australian’s prestigious Best Places to Work list for 2025.
This celebration is based on a comprehensive evaluation of employee happiness and engagement, highlighting the organisation’s dedication to creating a fulfilling workplace culture.
Jul 17, 20252 min read


Voqo AI Raises $800K to Answer Every Call the Industry Keeps Missing
Gen-Z innovation is officially disrupting one of real estate’s most outdated pain points: missed phone calls.
Sydney-based startup Voqo AI has raised $800,000 in pre-seed capital to reinvent how real estate communicates — using AI voice agents that never miss a call, triage enquiries in real time, and operate 24/7.
Jul 16, 20252 min read


Real Estate Heavyweight Joins RTA Board Amid Leadership Shake-Up
The Queensland Residential Tenancies Authority (RTA) has announced a refreshed leadership line-up, naming respected property professional Connie McKee to its board of directors.
The appointment comes as the RTA enters a new phase, also welcoming Steve Davidson as its incoming Chief Executive Officer.
Jul 16, 20252 min read


@realty Backs Agents with Free Performance Coaching and Structured Bootcamp Program
In a bid o help its agents thrive in any market conditions, national network @realty has introduced a full-time in-house performance coach, alongside a tailored eight-week Bootcamp program – both offered at no cost to its agent network.
Jul 16, 20252 min read


Belle Property Accelerates Regional Expansion with Commercial Launch in Broome
Belle Property has unveiled its latest move in regional Western Australia with the opening of Belle Property Commercial Broome — a strategic addition to its growing footprint and a clear vote of confidence in the town’s surging commercial property market.
Jul 16, 20252 min read


Newcomer Agency Sets Sales Records in 13 Perth Suburbs
A new real estate brand has made a serious impact in Western Australia, recording standout sales results across 13 Perth suburbs within just 12 months of launching.
Haiven Property, which now operates offices in both Applecross and Subiaco, has chalked up record sales in suburbs including Beldon, Quinns Rocks, Currambine, Kallaroo, Falcon, Vasse, Trigg, Marmion, Sorrento, Hillarys, Mullaloo, Maylands and Melville.
Jul 16, 20252 min read


PICTURE PERFECT CHALET HITS HINTERLAND MARKE
Maleny Chalet, a picturesque property with uninterrupted views over the Glasshouse Mountains and coastline has hit the market with REMAX Hinterland.
With prime position on an easy-care elevated block, just minutes from Maleny’s town centre, 58 McCarthy Shute Road, Maleny offers the perfect hinterland escape
Jul 16, 20252 min read


Johnson Property Co. Launches One of Inner West’s First Buyer’s Agent Storefronts, Redefining Local Representation
Independent buyers agency Johnson Property Co. has opened the doors of its new flagship office at 79 New Canterbury Road, Petersham, delivering one of the Inner West’s earliest street-front hubs for buyer representation.
Jul 16, 20251 min read


Reapit Unifies Leading PropTech Brands Under One Platform to Redefine Agency Growth Across ANZ
In a decisive move set to reshape the real estate technology landscape across Australia and New Zealand, PropTech heavyweight Reapit has unveiled a comprehensive rebrand and platform consolidation — bringing together its portfolio of legacy solutions into a single, unified ecosystem.
The announcement marks a strategic inflection point in the evolution of real estate operations, with Reapit repositioning itself as an end-to-end infrastructure partner for agencies seeking
Jul 16, 20253 min read


Harcourts Connect Celebrates Milestone 100,000th Customer With Special Surprise
Harcourts Connect, powered by Connectnow, has reached an incredible milestone of helping 100,000 Harcourts customers move into their homes, making the often-stressful process of settling in far simpler and smoother.
To mark the occasion, Harcourts Connect presented the 100,000th customer, Tahlia Breheney, with a cheque for $4,000 – about a year’s worth of power bills!
Harcourts Connect, Harcourts' exclusive home moving services partner, has saved tenants and homeowner
Jul 16, 20252 min read


Charles Tarbey Begins CENTURY 21 Expansion Across India and UAE
Australian real estate figurehead Charles Tarbey, Chairman and Owner of CENTURY 21 Australasia, has officially commenced his international expansion into the Indian and UAE property markets, completing a strategic multi-city tour following his acquisition of the master franchise rights for both regions in late 2024.
Jul 16, 20252 min read


Northern Sydney independent joins forces with Raine & Horne to fast-track growth
With an eye on expanding its sales and property management services, one of Northern Sydney’s most active and respected independent agencies, Frankada Property Group, established in 2018, is making a significant leap forward by joining leading Australasian property group, Raine & Horne.
Jul 16, 20252 min read


Raine & Horne appoints first-ever chief strategy officer to spearhead innovation and growth
In a landmark move, leading Australasian real estate group Raine & Horne has appointed Benjamin McDonald as its first-ever Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) for Australasia, reinforcing the real estate super brand’s focus on business transformation, innovation, and long-term growth.
Jul 15, 20253 min read


BresicWhitney Expands Further with Key Eastern Suburbs Appointment
BresicWhitney has continued its strategic growth across Sydney’s most prestigious postcodes with the addition of seasoned Eastern Suburbs agent, Clay Brodie.
Jul 15, 20251 min read


Social Media Ownership Could Be Your Biggest Risk — Here’s Why
Amidst the success stories and sold stickers, a pressing legal question often arises: who actually owns the agent’s social media account—the agent or the agency?amidst the success stories and sold stickers, a pressing legal question often arises: who actually owns the agent’s social media account—the agent or the agency?
Jul 14, 20252 min read


Two Property Sales Through TikTok in Weeks | How This Director Is Changing the Game
Two Property Sales Through TikTok in Weeks | How This Director Is Changing the Game
Jul 14, 20252 min read


PODCAST: From Burnout to Breakthrough: The Real Estate Reset Agents Need
🎙️ Welcome to this episode of The Chat, proudly brought to you by Real Estate Today. Today, Nic Fren sits down with the powerhouse...
Jul 14, 20254 min read


From 2000 to 2025, Duncan Gordon’s commitment to Newtown property owners endures
One of Sydney’s Inner West’s most respected real estate agents, Duncan Gordon—Director of Raine & Horne Newtown—is celebrating a significant career milestone, marking 25 years with the iconic real estate brand and helping guide property owners and buyers in one of Australia’s most dynamic real estate markets.
Jul 14, 20254 min read


Harcourts The Property People Celebrates Yet Another Outstanding Real Estate Agency Win
Harcourts The Property People has once again proven why they remain a standout in the Macarthur region, taking home the Outstanding Real Estate Agency Award at the Local Business Awards for 2025.
Jul 13, 20252 min read


LJ Hooker’s Canva-Driven Shake-Up: Real Estate Branding, Rewritten
LJ Hooker has undertaken a significant brand and operational upgrade across its trans-Tasman network, adopting Canva’s enterprise platform to modernise content delivery, enhance consistency, and bring creative execution directly into the hands of its franchisees.
Jul 12, 20252 min read


Why I Believe Culture Beats Strategy Every Time
As more and more join the blue team, Harcourts Chief Growth Officer Tina Ashton shares how interfirm collaboration and knowledge-sharing drive business growth across the network.
Jul 12, 20252 min read


Instagram Just Became Your Most Powerful Search Tool – Here’s Why Real Estate Marketers Should Pay Attention
If you’ve been relying on Instagram purely as a brand awareness tool, it’s time to rethink your strategy. In a significant update, Google has begun indexing Instagram content, including Reels, carousels, and posts from professional accounts into search results. This changes everything for real estate professionals and marketers.
Jul 11, 20253 min read


24-Year-Old to Launch ScaleApp: The App Helping Young Aussies Buy Property
ScaleApp, developed by 24-year-old financial modeller Nick Melrose, allows users to simulate their personal financial and property decisions over a 50-year timeline — combining budgeting, tax forecasting, real property data, and investment strategy into a single, visual platform.
Jul 11, 20253 min read


McGrath Taps Marcus Muir to Lead Auction Strategy in Queensland
McGrath has bolstered its Queensland auction division with the appointment of seasoned auctioneer Marcus Muir to the role of Head Auctioneer – a move that reflects the group's sharp focus on accelerating momentum in one of the country’s most competitive real estate markets.
Jul 11, 20252 min read
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