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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


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 11, 20252 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 10, 20253 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 10, 20253 min read


Harcourts REACH: More Than Just Marketing, it’s Momentum
"Since implementing Harcourts REACH, the impact on our business has been profound. Results I once thought would take years to achieve have become a new reality, reshaping how we approach our marketing efforts and measure success."
Jul 9, 20253 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 9, 20251 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 9, 20253 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 9, 20252 min read


FOUNDIT Expands to Sydney, Taps Sabeen Akbani as Lead Buyers Agent
Emerging proptech player FOUNDIT has marked its entry into the Sydney market with the appointment of respected buyers agent Sabeen Akbani, strengthening its national footprint with a high-calibre local expert.
Jul 9, 20252 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 7, 20253 min read
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