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Let's Support Andrew’s Fight to Save His Life

After Andrew Pearce’s (FNTSFN, Bendigo, VIC) 94th plasma donation at the Blood Bank, he received a phone call advising of an irregularity in his paraprotein levels. 

Andrew and his wife Therese, were subsequently told that he has an incurable blood cancer called Multiple Myeloma. After 15 weeks of chemotherapy, hundreds of injections & over 600 tablets, Andrew is now ready for his stem cell collection at the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre in Melbourne commencing January 29. 

It's then back to Bendigo for another 5 weeks of chemotherapy before a 4 week stay at the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre for a stem cell transplant. 

Please help our friend by helping Myeloma Australia continue their fantastic research. Click the image to donate.

Two Major New FN Offices Open in Queensland

First National is very excited to announce the opening of two brand new offices in South East Queensland, each of whom have just switched from a major franchise. 

In Tin Can Bay, we have principal Celly Jeal and her long-time property manager colleague Andrea Murray launching as FN Tin Can Bay. You can read about how Celly’s passion for the industry has been reinvigorated by joining First National in the Media and Marketing chapter of this edition.

In Toowoomba, we have Andrew Lynch and his team joining us in a prominent corner location – perhaps with the largest Swash in the southern hemisphere! Andrew is an industry veteran, with over 30 years of dedicated service in property management and sales. Andrew’s 'total care' approach has been a cornerstone of his leadership, underpinning the agency's long-running rank as number one in dollar value of properties sold and sales turnover over the past 26 years.

Please follow your new colleagues’ Facebook pages and join us in welcoming them to First National Real Estate.

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30 Year Milestone for Kay Alexander

A big round of applause, please, for Kay Alexander, who has just notched up her 30th year in the real estate industry. 

As principal of FN Alexanders in the picturesque alpine township of Bright, Victoria, Kay and her team have long set the standard for property services with a human touch.

Congratulations Kay. We salute your commitment and dedication.

Josh Ashworth Rises Above Competitors to Seize Coveted Award

Late last year we shared news of young Josh Ashworth’s nomination for a PMP Award and have since received news from FN Central KW (Morwell, VIC) Director, Brooke Harbour, that he won. 

In front of a crowd of 500 property management professionals from all over Australia at Melbourne’s Grand Hyatt, Josh was awarded the 2023 Rising Star Award, edging out 7 other property management competitors who had been in the running.

‘To say we are proud of him is an understatement,’ said Brooke. 

‘He is really kicking goals.’

On behalf of all your colleagues at First National, we congratulate you, Josh. Keep up the great work.

Courtney Hughes Impresses Audience with AGM Speech

Just before Christmas, Courtney Hughes of FN Hollett & Lawrance (Northam, WA) was asked to make a presentation to shareholders of the Avon Community Development Foundation at their AGM. 

As property manager for the company’s 18-unit complex, Courtney was confident to report to them on her successful management of their property. However, like most of us, Courtney was a little anxious about the AGM being her first public speaking engagement.

With a little help from First National, a speech was prepared and Courtney delivered it with skill and confidence, impressing everyone in attendance and, no doubt, also securing the management rights long into the future.

‘I survived!’ said Courtney after the event.

‘Thank you for helping me feel confident enough to stand up and speak. I found that once I got started, it all started to flow naturally. I ended up speaking personally with so many of the members afterwards and got everyone involved in a group discussion, when we opened the floor for questions. I cannot thank you enough for your support and giving me the tools to do it.’

Cricket Fans Chance Meeting at MCG

While enjoying a sunny day at the MCG over the summer break, BGM James Bateman and his family bumped into Bobby Lakra, principal of FN Lakra (Point Cook, VIC), who is well known for his passion for cricket.

Lexley Catches a Snap, Heading Through Yass

FN Bonnici & Associates (Wodonga, VIC) salesperson, Lexley Sewell, stopped for a snap outside FN Yass (NSW) on her way to Canberra to visit family for Christmas. ‘Luckily we got onto Santa and he knows which chimney to deliver to,’ said Lexley.

FN Hobart & Kingston Spreads Festive Cheer with Free 2024 Calendars

Down at Hobart’s world-famous Cat & Fiddle Arcade, it was paws and properties as FN Hobart & Kingston (TAS) handed out its free 2024 calendars during the Christmas shopping rush.