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Jason Pellegrino returns to Domain, Jane Cohen joins REA Group, Matt White named CEO of Ray White Rural and Livestock
Also... Crystal Blazely rises at The Agency, Nicole Price boosts Harcourts SA, and Lachlan Vidler joins PIPA as board chair.
Elite Agent Editor
July 6th, 2025
Featuring in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers: Tegan Zernike, Ty Zink, Tara Hawley, Robbie Lofaro
It might be school holiday time, but the industry changes are in overdrive in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers!
Jason Pellegrino is set for a return to Domain, should CoStar's bid be accepted, with the former CEO slated to move into the role of President.
Former Bain partner Jane Cohen is headed to REA Group as Chief Strategy Officer, with her experience set to create a competitive edge in the property technology sector.
Matt White has been named CEO of Ray White Rural and Livestock and is set to lead the company his father started 30 years ago.
All that and more in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers!
This week’s big moves
CoStar will appoint Jason Pellegrino to run Domain. Photo: Domain
Jason Pellegrino set to return to Domain?
The former CEO will be President of the platform if CoStar's $3 billion acquisition is approved at the August shareholder meeting.
Jane Cohen. Photo Supplied
"I'm looking forward to working with such a high-performing team who continue to differentiate REA's products and experiences.”
Jane Cohen joins REA Group as Chief Strategy Officer.
The strategist brings over 25 years of experience to the Executive Leadership Team where she'll drive long-term growth and innovation initiatives.
Paul White with Stephen Nell and Matt White. Photo: Supplied
"This is what I have been working towards for most of my career, and I am looking forward to embracing the challenges that come with the role.”
Matt White named CEO of Ray White Rural and Livestock.
The fourth-generation family member will take over from Stephen Nell who transitions to Executive Director after eight years in the top job.
Brands, businesses and bold beginnings
This week, we put the spotlight on some exciting expansions, leadership transitions, and strategic partnerships reshaping the real estate landscape. We've rounded them up for you here…
Xavier Stevens Photo: Supplied
Xavier Stevens finds success with Area Specialist.
The Shepparton agent is on track for 70 sales in his first year after joining the brand in September 2023, a remarkable turnaround for someone once fired just months into his career.
Harcourts One Group. Photo Supplied
Harcourts expands with two new Queensland offices.
Clancy Adams leads the Harcourts One Group locations in Gympie and Pomona Hinterland, bringing his team of nearly 30 staff and 400 rental properties to the brand.
Jellis Craig Port Phillip. Photo Supplied
Jellis Craig expands Port Phillip team.
Directors Simon Jones and Gerald Betts join the Albert Park office, bringing decades of experience selling prestige homes in the area.
Nicole Price. Photo Harcourts
Nicole Price joins Harcourts South Australia.
The new Property Operations Manager brings extensive experience in property management and business development to drive growth across the state.
Crystal Blazely. Photo Supplied
Crystal Blazely steps up at The Agency.
The former Team Leader has been promoted to General Manager of Property Management in Launceston, part of a national talent push that includes new leadership appointments in WA and Queensland.
Chris Fox, Calvin Liu and Joel Davoren. Photo: Supplied
Calvin Liu joins REMAX.
The ambitious operator has launched REMAX Heritage in Brisbane's southern suburbs to support his rapid business growth.
Darren Pratt, Jamie Wood, Connor Young, and Mark O’Meagher. Photo: Supplied.
South Australian wine regions unite under Ray White.
Barossa Valley owners Darren Pratt and Jamie Wood have taken over Clare Valley alongside new business owner Connor Young, while former owner Mark O'Meagher focuses on sales.
Lisa Pennell at Auction School. Image: Supplied
CEO gets on the tools at Barry Plant auction school.
Barry Plant CEO Lisa Pennell surprised this year’s Auction School cohort by joining the 10-week training program herself.
Ty Zink. Photo Supplied
Ty Zink takes ownership of Ray White Caves Beach.
The local real estate professional brings a decade of Lake Macquarie experience to the role as he steps in as sole director of the five-staff operation.
Tegan Zernike. Photo Supplied
Tegan Zernike joins REMAX Bayside-Results.
The successful agent with a "real estate bloodline" becomes the latest addition to Hayley Van de Ven's Limitless Group in Brisbane's eastern suburbs.
Tara Hawley, Robbie Lofaro, Steve Hawley. Photo: Supplied
Harcourts Unite joins forces with Harcourts Connections.
Tara and Steve Hawley are stepping back from daily operations while Robbie Lofaro's team takes the helm in this strategic partnership that began in June.
Harcourts Adelaide City. Photo Supplied
Simon Hou launches Harcourts Adelaide City.
The multicultural team specialises in CBD apartment sales and brings 16 years of experience to the globally recognised brand.
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Trent and Kal Regan join CENTURY 21 Australia. The Moreton Bay power duo has rebranded their top-performing business as CENTURY 21 Aspire Group with offices in Narangba and North Lakes. More here. |
Rhiannon Bald and Vanessa Rhodes take over LJ Hooker Kingscliff. The long-time employee and returning network member will expand the business in the popular Tweed Coast region while founder Paul McMahon stays on as mentor. More here. |
Lachlan Vidler appointed PIPA board chair. The Atlas Property Group founder takes over from Nicola McDougall on July 1, bringing his finance committee experience to the leadership role. More here. |
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