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Pitch Perfect: AIC NSW CEO Jonathan Smithers cover

Pitch Perfect: AIC NSW CEO Jonathan Smithers

Micro suburbs, TV blocks, and industry recovery

IN THIS ISSUE

  1. 01MARKET

    Spring sparks fresh hope for turnaround

    As the September selling season kicks off, REINSW chief executive Tim McKibbin is optimistic that both buyers and sellers will be drawn to the property market, though they’ll need to set realistic expectations

  2. 02MARKET

    Blocks on the box: Homes made famous by TV shows and films

    From the Kerrigans to Kath and Kim, some of our favourite on-screen characters have helped transform modest properties into valuable cultural landmarks

  3. 03PRACTICE

    Meet and listen to the new voice of AIC NSW

    AIC NSW appointed a new CEO in August with a clear agenda to guide the sector through an interesting era of change. But before Jonathan Smithers adopts new policies, he’s taking the time to listen to constituents to ensure practitioners’’ concerns are heard and needs are met.

  4. 04MARKET

    It’s a small world

    A Victorian developer says an innovative housing model for downsizers based on long-term leases marks a new era in affordable homes

  5. 05PRACTICE

    Little food, little sleep but lots of drive

    Lydia Chen is the principal at Brightstone Conveyancing in Sydney’s Chatswood. It’s a busy, fixed-fee practice with five staff including an accountant based in their associated city law office. Lydia allowed Australian Conveyancer to record a typical day at the office and revealed what drives her work ethic…

  6. 06REGULATION

    Strange deeds: Title traps for unwary buyers

    From bans on pets to bizarre historical anomalies, restrictive covenants are often lurking in the fine print of a title so it’s vital for conveyancers to remain vigilant

  7. 07PRACTICE

    Chasing consistent progress over perfection

    Australian Conveyancer asked Skilled Conveyancing CEO Trent Taylor to share some learnings from his experience in business, and in coaching others.

ABOUT THIS ISSUE

The September 2026 edition of Australian Conveyancer features AIC NSW CEO Jonathan Smithers discussing industry recovery, retirement property micro suburbs, and iconic TV homes.

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