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Harcourts Wins Gold and Silver at Reader's Digest Quality Service Awards
Harcourts has been recognised for its outstanding client service, with Harcourts South Australia winning Gold and Harcourts Western Australia securing Silver at the Reader's Digest Quality Service Awards for 2026.
Oct 10, 20252 min read


One Agency Expands in Tasmania with the Launch of One Agency Circular Head
One Agency is thrilled to announce the opening of its newest office, One Agency Circular Head, led by successful real estate professional Carlton Heres.
Oct 10, 20252 min read


Stockdale & Leggo Moves Early on AML Reforms with AML Hub Partnership
With Tranche 2 of Australia’s Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing Act (AML/CTF) reforms set to roll out in 2026, Stockdale & Leggo has announced a partnership with AML Hub, becoming one of the first major real estate networks to formalise a national AML readiness program for its offices.
Oct 9, 20252 min read


Andrew McCulloch Named as Harcourts NSW CEO
Leading real estate network Harcourts has announced the appointment of Andrew McCulloch as Chief Executive Officer for New South Wales and ACT.
Oct 9, 20252 min read


Harcourts Solutions Inaugural Golf Day Raises Vital Funds For Mitchelton Special School
Harcourts Solutions hosted its first-ever charity golf day recently, bringing together community members and business partners to raise much-needed funds for Mitchelton Special School.
Oct 9, 20252 min read


One Agency Tina Lee Celebrates 16-year Milestone as Subscription Economy Flourishes
One Agency is proud to celebrate the 16-year anniversary of One Agency Tina Lee, one of the first 10 offices to join the innovative subscription-based real estate group in 2009.
Oct 9, 20252 min read


How to Tell When Agents Are Ready For Ownership… and When They’re Not
Jarita Rayasam knows how to spot a high-performing real estate agent. As Head of Growth at iconic Australian real estate network LJ Hooker, Jarita has nurtured numerous successful operators into becoming franchise owners across Australia and New Zealand.
Oct 8, 20253 min read


Rachel Atkin Nominated for Prestigious 2025 National Property Management Awards
Harcourts Victoria Property Management Operations Manager Rachel Atkin has been nominated for the 2025 National Property Management Awards in the Industry Influencer of the Year category, recognising her outstanding contributions to Australia's property management sector.
Oct 7, 20252 min read


Homely Named Finalist in Dual National Innovation Awards, Redefining How Australians Search For Property
Homely.com.au has been announced as a finalist in two of the nation’s most prestigious innovation awards: a recent real estate Innovation awards and the Finder Innovation Awards People’s Choice Award.
Oct 7, 20252 min read


The AI Advantage: How Smart Tools Are Redefining Real Estate Workflows
Artificial intelligence isn’t a futuristic add-on anymore — it’s here, reshaping how our industry operates day to day. At Agency HQ, we’ve reached the point where AI isn’t just part of the workflow; it’s embedded in how we think, plan, and deliver results for our agents and clients.
Oct 6, 20253 min read


Why Hustle Isn’t Enough: What 10 Years in Property Management Taught Me
After a decade leading Property Assist, Shannon Welch reflects on why the old “hustle harder” mindset no longer works in property management — and what sustainable success really looks like.
Oct 5, 20253 min read


Embrace Change, Empower Your Career
As Harcourts nears opening its record-setting 50th new office in 2025 - a combination of new offices and rebranding, with new faces and familiar faces, new ideas, and new energy - Tina Ashton, Harcourts Chief Growth Officer, reflects on the impact of change:
Oct 5, 20252 min read


One Agency Taps Into Subscription Economy, Fuels Rapid Network Expansion in 2025
As consumers increasingly embrace subscription-based services in their daily lives, real estate network One Agency is experiencing rapid growth, attributing its success to a model that mirrors this fundamental shift in consumer behaviour.
Oct 2, 20252 min read


Harcourts Named Most Recommended Real Estate Agency In Australia
More than 60,000 Australians have voted with their feet in the 2025 finder.com.au customer satisfaction awards, with Harcourts named the ‘Most Recommended’ and ‘Top Value’ real estate agency as well as highly commended recognition for being a ‘Loved Brand’, reaffirming its vision to deliver the finest experience in real estate and its purpose to help others achieve success.
Oct 2, 20252 min read


LJ Hooker Gets Started Ahead of New Anti-Money Laundering Reforms
Following a competitive tender process, Australia’s iconic real estate brand LJ Hooker has appointed First AML as its exclusive recommended software provider to support compliance with upcoming Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing Act Tranche 2 reforms.
Oct 2, 20252 min read


Harcourts Greater Springfield Rallies Community, Surpassing Fundraising Goal for Cancer Care
Harcourts Greater Springfield is proud to announce the overwhelming success of its recent fundraising initiative, "10km for $10k," held in heartfelt support of the Icon Cancer Foundation (ICF). The event, which brought the community together, has already raised over $15,000, exceeding its initial $10,000 target.
Sep 30, 20252 min read


TAYLORHEDLEY Property surpasses $200million in sales, recording 209% growth with URBAN X partnership
Three years after making the bold decision to leave a well-established franchise group and partner with innovative real estate platform URBAN X, TAYLORHEDLEY Property has achieved remarkable growth, increasing total sales volume by 209% and solidifying their position as a market leader in Newcastle and Lake Macquarie.
Sep 30, 20252 min read


Top Agent Robert Krnjeta Joins Harcourts
Harcourts has announced the appointment of Robert Krnjeta, one of the real estate industry's most accomplished agents, to its growing team.
Sep 29, 20252 min read


From Repossession to Remarkable
This is a story of a home given a second chance, blossoming from a problem into a promise.
In 2017, a neglected 1930s bungalow at 22 Panmure Place was sold as a mortgagee repossession—unloved and stripped of its character.
Sep 29, 20252 min read


What First Home Buyers Really Want: TikTok Data Reveals Strategic Approach to Property
While coverage typically focuses on affordability challenges, young Australians are being strategic, informed, and actively building their knowledge. Most significantly, they're approaching property not just as shelter, but as the foundation of their wealth-building strategy.
Sep 29, 20253 min read


Recruitment Reality Check: Is the Talent Pool Running Dry?
Across the industry, LinkedIn is flooded with recruitment selfies and “another office opening” announcements. But scratch beneath the hashtags and the truth emerges: the same names are being recycled from brand to brand.
Sep 28, 20252 min read


Why Australian Proptech Is Already Moving Into the US — and Why Real Estate Today Got There First
If you’ve been paying attention, you’ll know something’s been brewing. Australian and Kiwi proptech companies aren’t just thinking about the US anymore — they’re already making moves.
Sep 27, 20252 min read


ONE AGENCY’S Trans - Tasman Expansion Hits 16 Offices in 2025
One Agency’s rapid expansion across Australasia has continued with the launch of its 16th new office this year, welcoming respected Principal Moritz Muck MREINZ and his team into Auckland Central.
Sep 26, 20252 min read


The Agency Launches New Campaign Highlighting National Model
National real estate group The Agency has rolled out a new brand campaign, signalling its intent to strengthen its position across the Australian market while continuing to build recognition of its business model.
Sep 26, 20251 min read
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