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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 122 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 122 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 113 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 112 min read


McGrath Expands to Merimbula, Strengthening NSW South Coast Network
McGrath Estate Agents has continued its strategic regional expansion with the launch of a new office in Merimbula, extending its footprint along New South Wales’ Sapphire Coast.
Jul 112 min read


He Chased His Boss Down the Street. Now He’s Sold One of Australia’s Most Iconic Homes
One of his earliest moves?
Literally chasing Ray White Double Bay Managing Director Elliott Placks down New South Head Road, determined to land a meeting. It worked — and it was just the beginning.
Jul 103 min read


Revolutionising Real Estate: Bringing the Neuroscience of Change to the Property Industry
The real estate and property industry across Australia and New Zealand is set to experience a transformation as multi-award-winning Neuro Change Solutions Consultant, HeartMath Consultant and the CEO of The Evolution Agents, Tanja Lee introduces the groundbreaking training designed to unlock the full potential of real estate and property professionals.
Jul 103 min read


Nigel Summerville Joins Harcourts RG Hope Island as Head of Sales
Harcourts Rodgers Group (RG) is excited to announce the appointment of Nigel Summerville as the new Head of Sales.
Jul 91 min read


Scott Bateman Named Proptech Leader of the Year at National Awards
2025 Proptech Leader of the Year and Kolmeo CEO, Scott Bateman, is taking a bold approach to scaling real estate businesses through smart software, operational insight, and long-term vision.
Jul 93 min read


Harcourts Foundation Grants to The Shepherd Centre
The Harcourts Foundation, the charitable arm of Harcourts, is proud to announce its continued support for The Shepherd Centre through the allocation of recent grants.
Jul 92 min read


Leadership Without Listings: Why One Principal Stepped Back to Scale Up
In a profession where success is often measured in sales figures, Ben Kingsberry has taken a markedly different path—one that prioritises leadership over listings and long-term growth over short-term wins.
When Ben rejoined his family business in 2011, he assumed, like many returning second-generation professionals, that selling real estate would be central to his role.
Jul 73 min read


Top Paddington Agent Catherine Dixon Returns to BresicWhitney
BresicWhitney has announced the return of prominent Eastern Suburbs agent Catherine Dixon, nearly a decade after her initial stint with the Sydney-based real estate group.
Jul 71 min read
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