The biggest moves of 2024!

Wrap up the year with key Australian real estate updates, including leadership moves, market expansions, and standout agent achievements

Featuring in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers: Tahlia Gabrielli , Nick Moloney, Stephanie McWhirter, Glenn Hamilton

It’s been a huge year for real estate huge changes happening on a weekly basis.

In this special edition of Movers + Shakers, we take a look back at the stories that captured the most attention across the industry in the past 12 months.

From McGrath’s acquisition to Gavin Rubinstein making waves and a power duo opens RE/MAX United on the Gold Coast, we’ve rounded up all this years blockbuster news that had everyone talking.

and… if you haven’t done so already, check out the Top 50 Australian Residential Real Estate Industry Influencers of 2024

Like always we have all the changes that happened this week in the industry in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers!

The Agency

2024’s BIG MOVES

There’s been plenty of changes this year, but these were the Big Moves that the industry most wanted to know about in 2024!

McGrath to Knight Frank and Bayleys
The acquisition of McGrath by Knight Frank and Bayleys was the biggest story of the year and marked the end of the company’s run on the ASX. More here.

TRG expands in Hunters Hill
Gavin Rubinstein was busy in 2024 and continued to grow with the announcement of a new office in Hunters Hill. More here.

Leadership evolution at Ray White Coomera
Jason Atkinson, Simon Finlayson and Brad Wilson stepped up to steer Ray White Coomera into its next chapter. More here.

TRG ventures into projects with James Nixon
The ever-expanding TRG welcomed James Nixon as they grow into the projects space. More here.

Gold Coast rebrand to RE/MAX United
A successful Gold Coast office led by Peter Catanzariti and Jean Brown took on a new identity as RE/MAX United. More here.

Josh Tesolin back in yellow
Josh Tesolin keeps setting records and signed on to stay with Ray White. More here.

Top agents open a new Sydney Sotheby’s Office
Sydney Sotheby’s expands with a new office opened by Maclay Longhurst and Emily Davidson. More here.

Richardson & Wrench welcomes new trio
Tarek Noble, Victoria Nicholson, and Tania Meaney joined forces at Richardson & Wrench’s new Bribie Island office. More here.

Nicole MacGee becomes TRG’s new general manager
Nicole MacGee was appointed General Manager at TRG, joining its impressive leadership team. More here.

Matthew Harvey joins Clarke & Humel
Clarke & Humel have added Matthew Harvey to their Northern Beaches team. More here.

Fabian Sanelli and Rachel Eckey take Harcourts CEO Roles
Harcourts has strengthened its leadership team with key appointments in two states. More here.

The power of partnership
Jerome Srot and Gavin Rubinstein’s enduring partnership highlights the importance of trust and loyalty in real estate. More here.

Knight Frank and Bayleys complete McGrath acquisition
Knight Frank and Bayleys officially finalised their acquisition of McGrath. More here.

Record-setting rebrand to Harcourts
The Harcourts network continues its growth with a record-setting rebrand led by Dave Manby and Raymond Pienaar. More here.

First National CEO steps down
After decades of leadership, Ray Ellis announced his departure as First National CEO. More here.

Barry Plant Eastern Group’s new super office
Barry Plant Eastern Group led by Spiro Drossos officially opened its impressive Whitehorse Super Office. More here.

Stockdale & Leggo appoints Catherine Rogers as COO
Catherine Rogers has been named the new COO of Stockdale & Leggo. More here.

Matthew Pillios joins Kay & Burton
Kay & Burton welcomes top-tier talent Matthew Pillios to their team. More here.

Shani Costi becomes GM at Costi Cohen
Shani Costi has been named General Manager at Costi Cohen. More here.

Bianca Todarello and Evie Hancox step up at BresicWhitney
BresicWhitney’s leadership team grows stronger as Bianca Todarello and Evie Hancox take on expanded roles. More here.

Besser & Co

Launches, Leaders and Landmark Moves

Discover this week's leadership appointments, exciting office launches, and networks expanding their reach across Australia. We've rounded them up for you here...

Brandon Langley drives growth at Area Specialist. 
The 20-year veteran agent is thriving in Melbourne's southeastern corridor after joining the network three years ago for greater autonomy. More here.

Glenn Hamilton doubles down on Ray White.
The Ray White Beenleigh owner has acquired the Redland Bay office with plans to grow both sales and property management divisions. More here.

Oliver Hume bolsters leadership team.
Marketing veteran Mitchy Koper and economist Matthew Bell join as National Head of Corporate Affairs and Chief Economist as the group looks to expand its leadership team. More here.

Ray White grows in South Australia's southeast. 
Tahlia Gabrielli leads expansion into Robe and Penola markets joining forces with established agents to strengthen regional presence. More here.

Nick Moloney makes a residential switch at Place.
The multi-award-winning Sydney commercial agent joins Place Ascot and Nundah to focus on Brisbane's northside market. More here.

Belle Property launches in the Whitsundays. Top performers Stephanie McWhirter and Adam Webster bring their high-performing team to the luxury brand's newest Queensland office. More here.

McGrath St George SW Group adds three offices. Matthew King and Kieran Bresnahan acquire Cronulla Sylvania and Engadine locations expanding their network to nine offices. More here.

Mario Sultana's team joins Aurora Property. The award-winning principal and his 20-plus member team will strengthen Aurora's presence in Brisbane's inner-north marketplace. More here.

Matthew Jabs to lead Place Newmarket team. Place's top performer will head the sales division while continuing his role as an agent with his established team of six. More here.

Ray White offices unite in record-breaking giving drive. The network's annual A Little Ray of Giving campaign saw 350 offices donate over 11,000 gifts to 223 charities including standout efforts from North Lakes and Whangarei branches. More here.

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