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    Karan Vaghela

    Ray White Judd White Glen Waverley · Australia

    This week’s featured winner

    Karan Vaghela · Ray White Judd White Glen Waverley

    Rising Star Australia

    Redefining client engagement in Melbourne's competitive east

    Why they stood out

    “In an industry full of noise, Karan lets his results do the talking. He represents everything we wanted this award to stand for — substance over hype, consistency over flash. A genuine rising force.”

    From the founder

    “What stood out this year was the way Karan paired momentum with maturity. He represents the kind of fresh leadership that moves an industry forward without needing to shout for attention.”

    — Nic Fren, Founder, Real Estate Today
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    Karan Vaghela
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    Karan Vaghela

    Redefining client engagement in Melbourne's competitive east

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    Mac Dawson
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    Ellen Bathgate
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    Karan Vaghela
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    Nick Georges
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    Established Leader
    🇦🇺Wingman Group

    Nick Georges

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    Shannon Welch
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    Innovator
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    Shannon Welch

    Real Estate Today Trailblazer Awards 2026 — Wellness & Culture (Group) Winner

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    Mac Dawson
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    Regional Standout
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    Mac Dawson

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    Ellen Bathgate
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    Innovator
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    Joe Shannon
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    Tommy Laybourn
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    Megan Dale
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    Julie Davis
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    Kylie Johnston
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