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Thomas McGlynn joins Ray White, Barry Plant's new projects division with Jarrod Farey and Cairns powerhouses merge under REMAX
Also...Michael Wu and Janssen Xiang launch Harcourts Box Hill, Team Charan has joined The Agency, and Lachlan McCarthy moves to Pulse Property Agents.
Elite Agent Editor
April 19th, 2026
Simone Howell, Jarrod Farey, Michele Annison, Mike Beardsley
We’ve seen some very big changes at the top end of the industry this week and we have all the updates in this edition of Movers + Shakers!
Thomas McGlynn has joined Ray White in a newly created national role as CEO of Performance and Value, focusing on lifting leadership capability across Australia and New Zealand.
Jarrod Farey has partnered with Barry Plant to launch a dedicated projects division, bringing his off-the-plan expertise to support developers across the network’s footprint.
In Far North Queensland, two established agencies have merged to form REMAX Powerhouse, combining boutique expertise with global network reach to strengthen their presence in Cairns.
All that and more in this week’s edition of Movers + Shakers!
This week’s big moves
Thomas McGlynn and Dan White. Photo: Supplied
“Over the course of my career, one thing has become clear: leadership is the defining difference between good businesses and great ones. To have the opportunity to help shape that across the most influential real estate network in Australasia is incredibly compelling.”
Thomas McGlynn joins Ray White in new national role
The REINSW president will serve as CEO of Performance and Value, focusing on leadership development across the network's Australian and New Zealand operations. More here.
Together with realestate.com.au
Hayley Van de Ven. Image supplied
From Reception to National Influence
Hayley Van de Ven began her career at 17 on reception. Two decades later, she was named Most Influential Woman in Property at the 2025 REA Excellence Awards — building a leadership philosophy grounded in people, not ego.
A defining moment came when a team member faced a mental health crisis. Unsure how to respond, Hayley sought support — an experience that reshaped how she leads and ultimately led her to join the board of RISE, the industry’s mental health service.
Her core belief is simple: property is secondary to people.
“Your business isn’t about property, it’s about people,” she says.
That mindset has helped Limitless Group consistently rank among REMAX’s top offices nationally.
What you’ll learn in the full profile:
How she progressed from receptionist to director
The culture strategy behind consistent top-office results
Why she challenges the idea of work-life balance
How influence only matters when it creates impact
A people-first philosophy driving sustainable growth — read the full story.
Mergers, new launches and growing teams
This week we put the spotlight on a powerhouse merger in Cairns, exciting new office openings across Melbourne and Sydney, and key appointments strengthening agencies nationwide. We've rounded them up for you here…
REMAX Powerhouse. Photo: Supplied
Two Cairns agencies merge to form REMAX Powerhouse
Powerhouse Property's Kate Fern, Meaghan Confait and Michele Annison have joined forces with Tony Williamson's REMAX Real Estate Services to create REMAX Powerhouse in Far North Queensland. More here.
Lachlan McCarthy. Photo: Supplied
Lachlan McCarthy joins Pulse Property Agents
The Sales Associate brings over six years of experience to the Sutherland Shire team with a client-first approach and strong industry foundation. More here.
Domenic Belfiore, Mike Beardsley, Dan White. Photo: Supplied
Mike Beardsley launches Ray White Hawthorn
The number one ranked agent across his former 45-office network for five straight years is backing Ray White's luxury network and interstate buyer data to give vendors an edge in Melbourne's inner-east. More here.
Simone Howell joins FOUNDIT. Photo: Supplied
Simone Howell joins FOUNDIT
She brings over 30 years of experience to strengthen the agency's presence across Melbourne's Bayside and Stonnington markets. More here.
Ben Burling, Jarrod Farey and Kyrstie Nolan. Photo: Supplied
Jarrod Farey joins Barry Plant to launch projects division
He's bringing Farey and Co into the network after five years independent and will lead off-the-plan sales across 70 offices. More here.
Harcourts Victoria has opened a new office in Box Hill, led by Michael Wu and Janssen Xiang. Photo: Supplied
Michael Wu and Janssen Xiang launch Harcourts Box Hill
The duo brings 35 years combined experience to the eastern suburbs office with a focus on multicultural communities. More here.
Domi Antalfy. Photo: Supplied
Domi Antalfy focuses on putting the buyer first
She launched Domination Buyers Agents after selling 250+ properties and spotting a gap in the market for genuine buyer representation. More here.
Anna Younan. Photo: Supplied
Anna Younan builds leading business in Camden
After 19 years in real estate, she's a partner at Gilbert and Younan, overseeing residential sales across the Macarthur region through transparency and strong client relationships. More here.
Team Charan. Photo: Supplied
Team Charan joins The Agency
The five-member team will service inner Brisbane suburbs including Newstead, Teneriffe and New Farm, alongside Sydney's Pyrmont. More here.
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Noel Jones opens renovated Box Hill South office The new space at 313 Middleborough Road strengthens the group's eastern suburbs footprint alongside its Mitcham location. More here. |
Panal Boustani wins NSW novice auctioneering title The Manor Real Estate agent from the Hills District will represent NSW at the national championships in Melbourne this May. More here. |
And finally…
Do you know of any upcoming moves we should know about? Tip us off by emailing [email protected].
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