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The REA Group Hot 100 list is back for 2025! Selected by a panel of property experts and complemented by analysis from REA's data business, PropTrack, the list features 100 suburbs across Australia that are tipped to see short-to medium-term price growth. From secret suburbs to investor hotspots, the predictions are based on various lifestyle, demographic and economic factors. Want to know which suburbs to watch in 2025? You can see the full list here: https://lnkd.in/g4atMupT

Earlier this week, our Financial Services and Mortgage Choice CEO, Anthony Waldron, was named on Mortgage Professional Australia Magazine's Global 100 2024 Report for the third year in a row. The Mortgage Global 100 Report recognises professionals from across the globe who have navigated difficult market conditions and supported their people and businesses to grow. Congratulations Anthony! See the list here: https://lnkd.in/gQQJma_J

Curious about what our team thinks of AI? In a recent survey, nearly 80% of our people said they're feeling positive about it. In the below video, we asked some of our team if they're nervous or excited about its future. Check out the scoreboard for their responses! #experienceREA

Our Audience and Marketing team recently got together in Melbourne to celebrate 2024 and to spark inspiration for the year ahead. The theme was 'Country and Western!' The team heard from REA experts on topics ranging from Artificial Intelligence to economics, they celebrated their fantastic engagement results and reflected on the highlights of another successful year. The group also kicked up their heels with a bit of line dancing! Yee-haw! REA Group General Manager - Audience & Marketing, Sarah Myers, said between launching successful brand campaigns, hitting new audience records and inspiring Australians to 'keep moving' on their property journey, 2024 has been a huge year for the team. Sarah commented: "Our end of year offsite was a wonderful opportunity to reflect on the year, to learn from each other, and to have some well-deserved fun along the way. The talented individuals who make up Audience and Marketing all contribute to our team's unique culture. We're looking forward to another big year in 2025!"

Applications for our Springboard to Tech Program are now open! This 12-month journey is designed for women and gender-diverse individuals, helping them transition into (or back into) a technical career. It involves comprehensive training, mentorship, and impactful work. At the end of the program, participants are offered ongoing full-time placements within the REA business. Interested in this opportunity? Don't miss out! Apply now: https://lnkd.in/gUKJ4X4h #experienceREA

New research from realestate.com.au has revealed valuable insights into the minds of buyers and renters when they’re in the midst of moving. The Movers Research, conducted by Starburst Insights, is an independent market research study of more than 1,600 Australians commissioned to understand the motives of Australian movers. 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 🏡 Two in three movers reviewed their lifestyle, started fresh routines, or experienced something new when relocating. 🚗 One in five people said they either started a new hobby, got a new credit card, or bought a new car. 🔨 One in two owners took the opportunity to renovate, with realestate.com.au used by almost one in three for styling and inspiration. 🖥️ Two thirds started their research online before moving in. 💰 Two in three said the move prompted them to take stock of their finances. REA Group National Sales Director (Media), Rob Hudson, said: "The Movers Research underscores the dynamic nature of the moving market in Australia. The findings provide valuable insight into the attitudes of movers and can help our customers effectively tailor their advertising strategies based on different stages of the moving journey." Read more: https://lnkd.in/gKeYs4_2

We're still buzzing from our What the Heck is Tech (?) Career Fair with Holberton School Australia! Don’t just take our word for it – watch Angelica and Lee from REA's Employer Brand team as they walk us through the day in this video. Stay connected for tech career opportunities and industry insights by joining our Talent Neighbourhood: https://lnkd.in/gsX6P_ux #experienceREA

Our Consumer Product & Experience teams recently gathered in our Melbourne office for an in-person Town Hall. The theme was "Grillin’ for Greatness", and it was a sizzling success, firing up some fun, recognition, and invaluable insights. Executive General Manager, Consumer Product, Jonathan Swift, kicked us off with a talk on courage over comfort, sharing his personal insights and emphasising team work and curiosity. An expert panel turned up the heat with a deep dive into trends and challenges, providing everyone in the room an opportunity to learn more about our business. New starters were welcomed, long-timers were acknowledged and recent promotions were celebrated. The day sparked new ideas, and left us feeling fired up and ready to go. 🔥 #experienceREA

Last week we hosted the News Corp Global Women in Tech conference in our Sydney offices, bringing together women from Foxtel Group, News Corp Australia and REA Group for a half-day workshop. The session, led by Simon Banks from Visualfunk, was built around the theme ‘Disruption by Design’ exploring innovative ways to develop, prototype and test ideas. From developing empathy maps to getting hands on with craft, Simon’s techniques had the group opening their minds, sharing bold ideas and using creativity to develop tech solutions. It was wonderful to host such an engaged group at REA. Thank you to News Corp Australia’s Women in Tech network for making the event such a success. #experienceREA

Early bird tickets are now on sale for the biggest property industry event of 2025! Exclusive to REA customers, the bigger and better Ready25 will see more than 1,500 property professionals return to Royal Randwick on 21 August. The first speaker details have been revealed, including Olympians Cathy Freeman and Saya Sakakibara, bestselling author Rohit Bhargava, Ready fan favourite and Futurist Dominic Price, and athlete and charity fundraiser, Nedd Brockmann. Further speakers and the event’s headliner are set to be announced next year. REA Group Chief Customer Officer, Kul Singh, said Ready25 is designed to be an immersive and thought-provoking experience to expand thinking, connect, and create real and far-reaching change. Kul commented: “The feedback we received from Ready24 blew us away, with attendees telling us it was one of the best events they had ever attended. Ready is not only for agents - it’s for anyone in the industry - so gather your team together for an epic day out. This is your best opportunity to get Ready25 tickets at an unbeatable price." Through the inaugural event in 2024, $400,000 was donated to organisations working to end homelessness. Next year's event will be no different with REA committed to donating $500,000 to the cause. To secure your early bird ticket, head to: https://lnkd.in/grxvTGBc