Mathew Ivanoff
Company Director & Sales Consultant

A sales professional with over 16-years’ experience, Mathew’s drive and consummate professionalism has helped establish Raine & Horne’s Wollongong office as one of the strongest real estate performers in the state. Possessing a strong customer focus and the type of intricate knowledge and experience demanded of the modern real estate practitioner, his unwavering dedication and diligence are consistently responsible for ensuring the highest possible levels of client satisfaction.

“To me, real estate is all about having that all-important hands-on approach, keeping your feet on the ground and meeting new people,” says Mathew. “It’s pretty basic, but it's what genuinely excites me and inspires me to get out of bed every day. I also love the highly rewarding challenge of maintaining our property management and sales divisions, as well as making sure that our valued clients achieve everything that they’re hoping for.”  mathew@rhw.com.au

Joshua Kersten
Company Director, Residential Sales Consultant & Licensed Auctioneer

As a former National, World and Commonwealth Games track cyclist, it comes as no surprise to learn that Josh thrives on a challenge and the satisfaction of achievement. Utilising the same brand of drive and tenacity that once helped establish him among the international sporting elite, he has spent the past four-and-a-half years transforming Raine and Horne’s Wollongong office into a major real estate success story.

“Sport taught me a lot about the importance of persistence and goal setting,” says Josh. “Real estate is a field that also demands the same type of commitment and vision. It’s the only way to achieve success and the excellent outcomes that clients expect.”

Recognised for his outstanding achievements, Josh was named as the Illawarra Business Chamber’s Young Businessperson of the Year in 2007. An experienced negotiator who prides himself on both service and results, he can always be relied upon to go that extra mile.joshua@rhw.com.au

Mary Dobie
Residential Sales Consultant

A solid background in marketing coupled with experience in advertising account management immediately sets Mary apart from all other industry practitioners. Responsible for the production and implementation of numerous innovative real estate campaigns, she prides herself on ensuring that vendors not only receive service beyond their expectations, but also obtain the best possible price for their property. Hailing from a family of established real estate agents, Mary not only understands the business from a professional perspective, but is also well versed in the emotions involved with buying and selling your richest asset  mary@rhw.com.au

Victor Nash
Residential Sales Consultant

Commencing his real estate career in 1976, Victor has spent over three-decades acquiring extensive experience in key disciplines including project marketing and sales management. A veteran of over 2500 property sales, he has developed a powerful working knowledge of the strategies required to successfully market your property. Renowned for his strong commitment to ethical conduct, Victor remains dedicated to building a successful local business and providing honest expert advice. . victor@rhw.com.au

Michael Moate
Residential Sales Consultant

Michael started his career in a small suburban office but realized that to truly be successful in the industry he needed to make a move to a larger, higher profile company, Raine & Horne Wollongong was the obvious answer. With over 15 years experience in real estate and says “I love the industry so much that I can’t imagine myself ever doing anything else.”

“Being involved with Raine & Horne Wollongong means that we are dedicated to continual training, customer service and have more marketing opportunities to best showcase vendors properties.” michael@rhw.com.au

Harry Kersten
Company Director, Commercial Consultant, Licensed Auctioneer & Valuer

One of the Illawarra region’s most recognisable real estate identities, Harry’s name has long been synonymous with outstanding achievement and business excellence. Since commencing his career as a cadet in 1969, he has accumulated a vast reserve of experience spanning virtually every aspect of the industry. A licensed valuer and arguably the most highly regarded property auctioneer in the region, Harry’s involvement lends Raine and Horne’s Wollongong office a measure of strength and diversity that can only be achieved with a lifetime of dedication.

“The continuous challenges of real estate and its inherent diversity continue to offer no shortage of inspiration,” says Harry. “No two jobs are the same, particularly when you’re operating in the commercial sphere. And of course I still love auctions. There’s nothing like the rush that comes from the anticipation of an imminent sale.”

In addition to his considerable success in the fields of residential and commercial sales, Harry has also undertaken many major developments during his time in the industry, including numerous industrial, commercial and residential subdivisions across the Illawarra.   harry@rhw.com.au

Lynda Burnside
Commercial Sales & Leasing Consultant

Lynda commenced her real estate career in 1979, working her way up from reception to the ranks of senior property manager. One of the best commercial and industrial property specialists in the business, she has sold and leased a vast array of commercial and industrial properties and has experience in negotiating intricate deals with major national companies. Possessing an intimate understanding of investor priorities, her much sought after knowledge and high degree of personal integrity always ensures excellent client outcomes.

lynda@rhw.com.au

Joe Casarotto

Commercial  Sales & Leasing Consultant

Joe’s real estate career spans 28-years and encompasses all facets of the industry, including commercial and residential sales and industrial sales and leasing. Having enjoyed an active involvement in some of the Illawarra’s largest property transactions and leasing deals throughout his career to date, Joe’s success is testament to the fundamental importance of honesty, highly specialised market knowledge and superior negotiation skills.

 joe@rhw.com.au

Kristie Maryvale
Senior Residential Property Manager

Over the past seven-years Kristie has established herself as a motivated and highly professional property manager. Recognised for her accomplishments in 2007 with Raine & Horne’s National Property Manager of the Year award, she prides herself on a strong customer focus as well as her ability to draw on the type of knowledge and experience required to assist clients in achieving the best possible outcomes when leasing their properties.

kristie@rhw.com.au

David Greenwood
Residential Property Management Officer

Having already developed a formidable talent for the challenges of retail, David’s 2007 transition to the real estate industry was something of a natural progression. Consistently playing to his strengths in order to achieve the best possible results, he believes that professionalism and the ability to offer superior service and advice are the key elements of success. People-focused and supported by a great team, he is the ideal first point of call for anyone considering leasing their property.  david@rhw.com.au

Rebecca Kelly
Residential Property Management Officer

With an extensive retail and customer service background to draw upon, Rebecca possesses the key skills required to provide high quality customer assistance. Demonstrating a constant aptitude for diversity, she is well versed in adapting to the roles of accountant, counselor and negotiator. Regarded for her unwavering service ethic and willingness to tackle any challenge, Rebecca is dedicated to establishing a point of difference from the competition by raising the level of service available to both owners and tenants. bec@rhw.com.au

Rebecca Brand

Residential Property Officer

Rebecca joined the Raine and Horne family in 2008 after having already established herself as an accomplished customer service expert. Thriving on personal interaction and the highly mobile nature of her role, she enjoys the opportunity to take on a range of tasks including the organisation and running inspections. With her friendly and helpful nature, Rebecca has the ability to interact with a wide range of people and constantly strives to satisfy the needs of both new and established clients. rebecca@rhw.com.au

Suzanne Baker

Residential Property Officer

With a 22-year real estate career that includes experience in sales support and office administration, Suzanne understands better than most the importance of providing a high degree of caring personalised service. Highly regarded for her solid communications skills, attention to detail and willingness to overcome the inherent challenges of property management, she can always be relied upon to place her clients’ best interests first.

suzanne@rhw.com.au

Nicole Ingram

Letting Clerk

An enthusiastic and highly motivated individual, Nicole knows just how much importance her clients place on establishing the perfect tenancy agreement. Though relatively new to the industry, she has already established herself as a keen negotiator and someone who thrives on the challenge of locating the ideal tenant in the shortest possible timeframe while also striving to achieve the most advantageous financial outcome  

nicole@rhw.com.au

Linda Bott
Senior Commercial Property Manager

An experienced commercial property manager with 15-years in the field, Linda is an integral part of the Raine and Horne commercial team. With a wealth of previous experience in areas including shopping centre leasing, shopping centre management and hotel management, her invaluable expertise guarantees an unmatched level of client satisfaction. 

linda@rhw.com.au

Danielle Parkinson
Commercial Property Management Officer

With previous experience with one of Wollongong's premier law firms, Danielle brings a unique brand of knowledge and experience to her commercial management portfolio. A determined, enthusiastic professional with a proven track record for negotiation and relationship building, she is equipped with the skills to more than satisfy the most discerning commercial management needs.

danielle@rhw.com.au

Karol Stojanovska
Reception, Property Management

A real estate professional with over 10-years’ industry experience, Karol’s career path has seen her excel in a broad spectrum of portfolios including reception, administration and residential management. Currently occupying the role of reception, her vast industry experience continues to prove an invaluable asset to both colleagues and clientele. Ensuring the smooth operation of the Raine and Horne office, she is always happy to assist the hundreds of customers she meets on a weekly basis.

karol@rhw.com.au

Mandy Liu
BA Commerce (Accounting)
Office Administrator

The disciplines of administration and accounting are crucial to the operation of any business, and Mandy is more than equipped to handle either. Armed with a background in corporate accounting and human resources, her contribution ensures that our busy organisation is run with a high degree of pride and precision. Currently charged with providing crucial support to the company directors, she is also responsible for overseeing the payroll and company accounts.

mandy@rhw.com.au

Gay Baker
Sales & Marketing Coordinator

Equipped with a wealth of business and marketing experience, Gay also possesses a crucial mastery of the computer software on which all successful property marketing campaigns depend. With property presentation an increasingly important factor when it comes to drawing in discerning buyers, Gay’s expertise and attention to detail is a central feature of all our marketing programs.

gay@rhw.com.au