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Pioneering real estate network, One Agency, celebrated a landmark year of growth and success at its annual Australasian Awards night, held recently at the prestigious Doltone House at Hyde Park in Sydney, Australia.    The event marked the network’s largest awards ceremony to date, with over 200 members and staff from across New Zealand and Australia gathering to recognise the outstanding achievements of the year.

Ray White New Zealand scheduled 234 auctions last week, up 13.6 per cent compared to last year, however, last week’s clearance sat at 47.1 per cent which was down 14.69 per cent year-on-year. 

She’s been through the hard times, the kind most people never talk about. But today, Irina Branover isn’t surviving anymore. She’s in control. After years of quietly holding everything together for her family, her clients, and her career, she’s finally sharing the story behind the person so many in the industry know, but few have truly met.

After 14 years representing New Zealand on the world stage, former All Blacks Sevens star Kurt Baker has made the ultimate career pivot — from the pitch to property.

Raine & Horne partners with Rise Initiative to launch new wellness app Leading real estate franchise group Raine & Horne has reinforced its long-term commitment to the well-being of its people with the launch of a new wellness app called &Thrive.

Mt Algidus Station in Canterbury is now for sale on the open market and is expected to be one of the South Island’s highest sales this year. The property is being marketed domestically and internationally via an advertising campaign in the New York Times, one of the world’s most influential newspapers.

Tuesday’s Melbourne Cup Long Lunch proved that when it comes to heart, generosity, and community spirit, the Manawatū knows how to deliver.

One Agency has unveiled a humorous, horror-themed mock movie trailer titled 'Franchise Fees' just in time for Halloween. The creative campaign uses a light-hearted, thriller-style format to shed light on a serious financial issue facing real estate principals: the significant cost of traditional franchise models.

When I touched down in Auckland on 11 October 2025, I had two goals in mind – to share insights on rent-roll performance and profitability at The PMC 2025, and to learn from the people shaping New Zealand’s property-management landscape.

One Agency has expanded its presence in New Zealand's North Island with the opening of its newest office, One Agency Coastal Real Estate, in Gulf Harbour, Whangaparaoa. The office is led by passionate local agent Mr Craig Rawcliffe, who brings over two decades of honed industry knowledge and experience to the group.

In a first for Australia’s iconic real estate brand LJ Hooker, the network’s prestigious Sir Leslie Hooker Award has been won by two worthy winners: Bryce and Mellissa Gibson from LJ Hooker Cessnock.

One Agency is celebrating a significant milestone: its 10-year anniversary in New Zealand. Since its establishment in 2015, the brand has demonstrated impressive growth, building a strong presence across both the North and South Islands and redefining the real estate landscape with its innovative subscription-based model.  

Australian data intelligence company iD4me has made its official debut in New Zealand, opening access to one of the most comprehensive databases of verified homeowner information available to Kiwi real estate professionals.

Since launching Attia Real Estate powered by OASIS, the team has achieved remarkable success selling over $25 million worth of property in their first year alone. By leveraging the full suite of tools, technology, and support services provided by @realty, they’ve been able to elevate their business, streamline operations, and deliver exceptional results for their clients.

In an industry where trust and visibility drive listings and longevity, one simple truth remains: the most successful real estate agents don’t just sell in a community they’re part of it.

Research shows that most sellers spend 4–6 months thinking about selling before they contact an agent, and the average Australian homeowner stays in their property for 9–11 years before making their next move. That means by the time a homeowner reaches out to an agent, they’ve often been silently considering their options for months.

One Agency Select Realty is proud to announce that Mr Brendon Heenan, one of the Kapiti Coast’s most distinguished and recognised real estate professionals, has joined its ranks. 

For years, property managers have quietly held the real estate industry together. They’ve been the first to pick up the phone and the last to switch off the lights — managing expectations, juggling compliance, and keeping clients calm while the market around them shifted. Through legislation changes, landlord demands, and a constant wave of new technology, they’ve held the fort.But somewhere along the way, their role became heavier, noisier, and lonelier than it should ever h

In a bigger-than-expected move, the Reserve Bank of New Zealand has cut the Official Cash Rate (OCR) by 0.50 basis points to 2.5%. The decision signals a decisive step toward stimulating growth as inflation settles within target.

After a decade leading Property Assist, Shannon Welch reflects on why the old “hustle harder” mindset no longer works in property management — and what sustainable success really looks like.

Real Estate Today has analysed current marketing trends, agent behaviour, and consumer engagement data across the industry — and the results are clear: the agents leading today’s market are those who command attention, not just transactions.

As consumers increasingly embrace subscription-based services in their daily lives, real estate network One Agency is experiencing rapid growth, attributing its success to a model that mirrors this fundamental shift in consumer behaviour.

Renee Smith and Richard Thompson have been leading LJ Hooker Dunedin Property Management as business owners for the past few years, driving steady growth and building a reputation as one of the city’s most successful property management teams.

First-home buyers are enjoying their best opportunity in years to get onto the property ladder, with deposits stretching further, listings increasing and more time to negotiate deals, according to LJ Hooker Head of Research, Mathew Tiller.