IMPACT
AWARDS
2026
Meet our top finalists
Congratulations to the finalists of our annual Trade Me Property Impact Awards!
These agents, offices, and support heroes stand out for their exceptional contributions, whether through community involvement, innovation, driving positive change, enhancing operational efficiencies, or exceeding expectations within their first 18 months. Our judges faced the challenging task of selecting just 18 finalists from over 550 impressive nominations across six award categories.
Let's take a look at what made their nominations and submissions stand out from the crowd...
People's Choice Award
Buyers and sellers nominate agents who have gone above and beyond
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Cristina is a remarkable real estate professional celebrated for her exceptional industry expertise, deep-seated client loyalty, and profound philanthropic heart. She consistently goes above and beyond, demonstrating to her clients that she deeply values the lifelong relationships she builds with them far past the close of a sale.
Beyond her professional achievements, Cristina is a dedicated community champion. She founded the Alegría Charity Foundation, a wonderful initiative designed to support youth mental health by empowering underprivileged children to participate in confidence-building water sports. Her unique blend of professional drive and community care makes her a standout finalist once again.
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Sheree Williams,
SW Real Estate, Invercargill
Sheree represents the absolute gold standard of client care, building deep, lasting trust through her compassionate and dedicated service. Throughout a challenging six-month period on the market, Sheree went above and beyond to support and guide a family navigating a critical health crisis, ensuring their real estate journey remained as stress-free as possible.
Whether she is moving mountains to secure a sale in a tough market, taking 10 PM phone calls, or out-of-the-box strategic thinking, Sheree consistently delivers out-of-this-world results. Backed by a massive volume of independent nominations, her profound commitment to both outstanding results and genuine human care truly sets her apart.
NZ's Favourite Property Manager Award
Renters and landlords nominate property managers who have gone above and beyond
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Richelle Williams

Professionals - Mark Real Estate, Wellington
Richelle is highly regarded for her outstanding accountability, solution-focused attitude, and unwavering commitment to being a hands-on partner for her clients. She has built a reputation for delivering exceptional service that cuts through industry standard practices.
She consistently protects her clients' best interests and wallets - even rolling up her sleeves to personally replace window sealant to save an owner unnecessary tradesperson costs. Her practical, proactive, and deeply caring approach makes her a true standout in property management.
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Monique Barker

Barfoot & Thompson, Takapuna
Monique has earned widespread admiration for her outstanding professionalism, proactive attitude, and exceptional care during complex maintenance issues and stressful tenancy transitions. Backed by a substantial volume of heartfelt nominations, she is highly respected by landlords and tenants alike for consistently going the extra mile.
Whether organising chemical-free deep cleans for families with health sensitivities or stepping in to project manage extensive home renovations while owners are overseas dealing with family emergencies, Monique routinely turns stressful situations into seamless experiences. Her deep empathy, prompt action, and absolute dedication to the well-being of her clients make her a stellar example of property management at its finest.
Trailblazer of the Year
Your first year was extraordinary
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Nick Gilbert

Bayleys Real Estate, Ponsonby
Nick has set a phenomenal standard in his first full year of real estate, achieving exceptional sales revenue that established him as the number two Individual Sales Agent for Bayleys Auckland.
Clients consistently praise Nick for his unparalleled work ethic, noting that he always delivers on his promise to be the hardest-working agent in the room. Beyond his impressive results, he is highly valued for his respectful, non-pushy approach, proving his dedication to achieving top-tier success while keeping his clients' best interests and comfort at heart.
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Meg Cross

Professionals Redcoats Ltd, Lower Hutt
Meg has delivered an extraordinary first year in real estate, achieving a massive 42 confirmed sales units. Her rapid success is driven by a genuine talent for connection and a dedication to delivering exceptional results for her clients.
Beyond her impressive sales figures, Meg actively leads numerous local community fundraisers, demonstrating a strong commitment to the area she serves. Clients and peers alike praise her modern, values-led approach, noting that while many are good at sales, Meg is truly exceptional with people - making her a standout example of the next generation of real estate professionals.
Innovator of the Year
You've changed the status quo
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Team DNA, Dev & Anju
Barfoot & Thompson, Flat Bush
Team DNA has transformed the property marketing landscape by implementing a highly effective, data-led, multi-channel digital marketing system alongside a sophisticated, database-driven buyer matching system. Their targeted campaigns regularly generate an incredible 50,000+ social media views per property, successfully keeping their median days on market to an impressive 30-day average.
Clients frequently describe working with Team DNA as "game-changing," praising their forward-thinking approach that goes far beyond standard listings. By marrying cutting-edge data strategy with relentless client care, Dev and Anju consistently deliver results that go above and beyond the status quo.
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Pam Holley
Bower Real Estate,
Bay Of Plenty
Pam has redefined her approach to real estate by successfully transitioning from traditional sales strategies to fully embracing modern digital property marketing and video content creation. Her willingness to step out of her comfort zone and master the evolving digital landscape has yielded incredible results, including an extraordinary 500% year-on-year increase in audience engagement and digital reach.
By leveraging highly structured social media campaigns, Pam has dramatically expanded her property promotion power, ensuring her clients' homes receive maximum online exposure. Her proactive evolution and tech-forward mindset highlight her as a true pioneer in modern real estate marketing.
Community Relationship Award
You've made a difference in the community
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Harcourts Cooper & Co
At the heart of Harcourts Cooper & Co's incredible community impact is their dedicated Community Relationship Team, which delivered an extraordinary record of giving back by facilitating 612 events and activations across Auckland. Their consistent, purposeful work has touched hundreds of local organisations and raised over $1.2 million for community causes.
Under the leadership of Managing Director Martin Cooper, this team has successfully embedded community investment into the very DNA of their 20-branch franchise. Their efforts are never transactional, but deeply relational - fostering genuine, hands-on support that enriches and uplifts their entire community.
Harcourts Richmond – 
Platinum Blue Limited
Harcourts Platinum Blue has embedded genuine community support deeply into its business culture, treating giving back as a core value rather than just a marketing exercise. They actively champion youth development and mental health initiatives, most notably raising $50,000 for Gumboot Friday through Victory Boxing and sponsoring 11 youth football academy teams to help build confidence and teamwork in young athletes.
Crucially, their contribution extends far beyond financial sponsorship. Team members regularly roll up their sleeves to volunteer their time, attend local events, support grassroots fundraising efforts, and drive awareness campaigns throughout the year. This hands-on, dedicated approach ensures that Harcourts Platinum Blue makes a lasting and meaningful difference across the Nelson and Tasman communities.
Support Hero of the Year
Recognising the quiet achievers who work tirelessly behind-the-scenes
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Sharon Mitchell
Property Scouts, Invercargill
Sharon is an exceptional administrator who is the cornerstone of operational excellence at the Propertyscouts Invercargill office. Her superhuman efficiency and meticulous organisation shine through in every task she tackles, from managing strict compliance standards and processing detailed property statements to coordinating complex schedules.
Her outstanding impact is highlighted by an impressive volume of independent nominations. Clients and colleagues alike rave about her vast wealth of knowledge and unmatched attention to detail, with many noting that while we are all human, Sharon’s ability to never miss a beat makes her feel truly superhuman.
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Janet Watters,
Ray White, Whangarei
Janet is the definitive operational backbone of Ray White Whangarei & Tutukaka and an influential leader across the trans-Tasman administrative network. She has driven significant operational improvements for her office, including establishing a highly efficient, centralised 'Value Team' to support over 35 agents and playing a key role in elite national software pilots.
Her exceptional leadership and selfless dedication were profoundly showcased when a critical team member was diagnosed with cancer. To protect her colleague's role and ensure seamless service during peak trading season, Janet personally stepped back "onto the tools," absorbing the full daily workload herself. Her incredible resilience, deep empathy, and unwavering support for her team make her a true standout and a remarkable asset to her agency.
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Who will be crowned the winner of each award?
You'll have to wait and see! Winners will be announced Friday 31 July 2026.
