The property market is on the move and so are a few big names in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers!

Peter Brewer’s term as REIQ Chair has come to an end after a decade in the role, as real estate veteran Peter Camphin steps up to take the reins.

Douglas Elliman has taken its first formal step into the global market, establishing offices across France and Monaco as part of its newly launched international division.

With more than $1 billion in career sales, North Shore agent Daniel Blagg steps up as DiJones Partner Licensee for Lindfield

All that and more in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers!

This week’s big moves

Peter Camphin appointed new REIQ Chair.

The real estate veteran with 45 years experience takes over from Peter Brewer who concludes a decade of service on the board. More here.

Douglas Elliman begins expanding overseas.

The boutique luxury firm is starting its global expansion with 14 offices and more than two dozen agents across Bordeaux, the French Riviera and Monaco. More here.

Powerful partnerships, prominent promotions and property pioneers

This week, we put the spotlight on some impressive industry moves, exciting brand partnerships, and innovative company initiatives shaping the real estate landscape. We've rounded them up for you here…

Steven Barkho joins The Rubinstein Group.

The experienced real estate professional brings his expertise to Sydney's Eastern Suburbs and prestige markets after building his reputation in Western Sydney. More here.

Lauren Polkinghorne joins Ray White network.

After 20 years of independent operation in Barham, NSW, she's bringing her family-run agency under the national brand while maintaining their local expertise and community focus. More here.

Melanie Bosward joins FOUNDIT as Partner.

The 25+ year industry veteran brings her expertise to the growing property platform as a Buyers Agent based in Northern Rivers. More here.

Petar Krnjeta joins Harcourts.

The leading agent brings 12 years of experience and deep knowledge of Melbourne's Western suburbs to his new role after building a reputation for exceptional client service. More here.

DiJones expands leadership team with Daniel Blagg at the helm in Lindfield.

North Shore agent Daniel Blagg has taken the next step in his career, becoming a Partner Licensee and Business Owner with DiJones for the group’s Lindfield office. More here.

Toni Atkinson joins Harcourts NSW.

The experienced property management professional steps into the Property Operations Manager role to support the company's growing network across New South Wales. More here.

McGrath West launches Super Saturday 2026.

Kon Stathopoulos and his team are targeting 200 auction properties to be listed by December and launched on Boxing Day, continuing their five-year successful strategy. More here.

REMAX Australia hosts broker retreat in Adelaide Hills.

Business owners gathered at Mount Lofty House from October 19-21 for networking and insights from industry leaders, including Michael Sheargold and Milo Wilkinson. More here.

Harcourts launches $20,000 Orange Sky fundraiser.

The Solutions team and Harcourts Foundation aim to fund two months of mobile laundry van operations through their second annual donation drive ending December 17. More here.

BresicWhitney unveils renovated Inner West office.

The architectural expansion to a full floor accommodates their growing team while maintaining the prime Glebe location that has established their local market leadership. More here.

Harcourts partners with Melbourne Football Club.

Australia's fastest-growing real estate brand has signed on as the Official Real Estate Partner of the Demons until at least 2027, supporting both men's and women's programs. More here.

And finally…

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