Disneyland wish fuels charity mission, Structure your team to grow your business, Julian Rowe joins Ray White Northern Beaches, +news and more

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They say one person’s trash is another’s treasure, and that has certainly proved the case for the owners of these tiny homes. Today we’re sending you into the weekend with a bit of light reading and a handful of must-see pics showcasing some of the world’s most unique little properties, which have been crafted with upcycled materials. They include a renovated Airstream trailer and a 20sq m Gypsy wagon complete with handmade chandelier. Our only question is, what price would you put on them? More here.

Today we are covering:

• Disneyland wish fuels charity mission

• How to structure your team to grow your business

• Julian Rowe joins Ray White Northern Beaches

• Boost your open home attendance

• And much more!

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Disneyland wish fuels charity mission

When Buxton Brighton agent Owen Bowditch gets on stage to raise money for Make-A-Wish Australia, he’s not just speaking from the heart, but experience. Owen, who received a wish from the children’s charity, was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia when he was just 8, and now he dedicates time as an ambassador for the foundation that changed his life. More here.

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Together with AREAs

One week to go

The REA Excellence Awards close next week, so time is running out to get your submissions in! Don’t miss this chance to shine a spotlight on you and your team’s achievements in 2024. Submissions close Friday 19 July. Enter now here.

Today’s Feature

Next Gen PM: how to structure your team as your business grows

Scaling your property management business means making smart changes to your team structure. As you grow, clearly defining roles and encouraging teamwork is essential to keep things running smoothly. In today’s feature, Jo-Anne Oliveri reveals her top strategies to empower your team, keep your business agile and remain competitive in a dynamic industry. More here.

Uncork your guessing skills and pour over these two wine-tasting rooms – can you tell which one is the vintage reality and which is the AI blend?

Brekky Browse

Meanwhile, around the world 🌎

Australia’s onto something…

We recently let you know that Australia is the seventh most populous country for data centres, and now a new report from CBRE highlights that global power shortages are spurring growth in emerging data centre markets, driving up rental rates in established areas. Companies are increasingly investing in places like Northern Indiana, Mumbai, and Oslo to secure data centre capacity, while AI advancements further fuel demand. With rental rates rising sharply in major markets such as Northern Virginia and Chicago, the trend underscores the critical need for innovative data centre solutions and ongoing investment in development. More here.

Anything else?

Save a bit, sleep a lot

If you’re looking to get a bit of extra quality shuteye, researchers from Bristol University have discovered a novel way to do exactly that. It turns out that regularly saving money, even in small amounts, can significantly improve sleep and overall well-being. The study found that regular savers on low incomes enjoy similar life satisfaction levels as wealthier non-savers, highlighting the mental benefits of financial resilience. And if you want to know what else your sleeping habits reveal, check out our story on what your sleep position says about you, here.

Dates for your diary

Find Elite Agent Editor Samantha McLean speaking about real estate and AI at these upcoming events:

July 12 AI Powered Agents Subscriber Masterclass (Virtual)
July 19 Leah Calnan National PM Day, Melbourne, Vic
July 30-Aug 1 Proptech Summit + Workshop, Sydney
August 11-14 Elite Retreat, Hayman Island, Qld
August 25 PPM Conference, Gold Coast, Qld