LongView Real Estate has taken out the top prize at the Real Estate Institute of Victoria’s (REIV) Awards for Excellence 2026, winning Large Residential Agency of the Year.
At our awards ceremony last night, LongView Real Estate topped finalists McGrath Clayton, AReal Property Hawthorn, Woodards Manningham, Jellis Craig Eastern Group, Wilson Property and Nelson Alexander Fitzroy to take home the award.
In a milestone year marking the REIV’s 90th anniversary, the Institute received a record number of award submissions and was proud to celebrate outstanding commitment, innovation and achievement across Victoria’s real estate industry.
Top performing Victorian real estate agencies included:
- Large Residential Agency of the Year: LongView Real Estate
- Small Residential Agency of the Year: Bricks & Mortar
- Commercial Agency of the Year: Cushman & Wakefield Agency (VIC)
- Regional Agency of the Year: Ray White Mildura
- Community Service Award: Garry Nash Real Estate
Top performing Victorian agents included:
- Residential Salesperson of the Year: Sahil Bhasin, Bricks & Mortar
- Senior Auctioneer of the Year: Greg Brydon, Apollo Auctions
- Novice Auctioneer of the Year: Joseph Tilley, Barry Plant
- Commercial Property Manager of the Year: Vittorio Galli, Facey Property
- Commercial Salesperson of the Year: Tom Noonan, Jones Lang Lasalle (VIC) Pty
- Buyer’s Agent of the Year: Tonya Davidson, Davidson Property Advocates
Tonya Davidson of Davidson Property Advocates returned to the winners’ circle in 2026, taking out Buyer’s Agent of the Year for the fourth time, following previous wins in 2022, 2023 and 2024.
Storyhouse also claimed two awards on the night, winning both Residential Marketing Award categories for campaigns above and below $10,000, despite the business only launching earlier this year.
The 2026 REIV President’s award went to Leah Calnan, recognising her outstanding contribution to Victoria’s real estate sector, including her leadership during the COVID-19 lockdowns.
As REIV President in 2019 and 2020, Ms Calnan prioritised timely communication and member engagement through an unprecedented period of uncertainty, and has continued that commitment through her ongoing focus on education and professional development for Victorian real estate professionals.
REIV CEO Toby Balazs said the record number of submissions reflected the strength, professionalism and depth of talent across Victoria’s real estate industry.
“This year’s record number of entries is a strong reflection of the quality of people and businesses across our industry, and the commitment they bring to their work every day.
“The sector is operating in a challenging environment, with changing market conditions, cost pressures and an increasingly complex regulatory landscape. Against that backdrop, the professionalism, resilience and innovation shown by this year’s finalists and winners is particularly impressive.
“As REIV celebrates 90 years, it is fitting to recognise the professionals and agencies who continue to raise the standard and shape the future of Victoria’s real estate sector.”
Most of the 2026 REIV Awards for Excellence winners will progress to the REIA National Awards for Excellence, to be held on the Gold Coast in June 2027.
A full list of winners is attached and can be found at www.reiv.com.au/awards