REIWA has elected a new president to its council, vowing to advocate for members and help shape real estate reforms in the state.
The Real Estate Institute of Western Australia (REIWA) has announced Rob Mandanici as its new president, following council election.
Former president Suzanne Brown finished her two-year term on Wednesday, 7 October, but will remain on the council for another year.
Alongside Mandanici, Peta McKenzie was elected deputy president and will also continue as REIWA’s regional spokesperson.
CEO Blaine Slater said Mandanici was a strong voice for the institute’s members as he was passionate about the industry and committed to REIWA’s cause.
Slater added that Mandanici brought an economic and political perspective to the role, complementing his knowledge of industry issues and their impact on the community.
“In addition, his experience of the real estate industry in Victoria and the impact of legislative change is of great benefit in understanding the potential effect of similar regulatory reform in WA,” she said.
“I, and the team at REIWA, look forward to working closely with Rob over the next two years as we continue to address key issues facing the market including housing supply, affordability and regulatory change, particularly rental reform.”
Slater also commended Brown, noting she guided the institute through Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing reforms, the next review of the Residential Tenancies Act, strong price growth, and a rapid shift in market conditions.
“Her experience in the property management field has been invaluable when it comes to sharing our concerns about the impact of residential tenancy reform and changes to taxation policy on tenants,” she said.
Slater added that Brown’s openness to different views helped REIWA broaden its perspective on various issues.
“I am very grateful we will have the benefit of her insights as a Council member for another year.”
Mandanici thanked Brown for her contribution as president, saying REIWA was stronger as a result of her leadership, dedication and service.
He said he looked forward to building on REIWA's work and continuing its advocacy for members and the wider Western Australian community.
“There will be plenty to navigate over the next two years, from housing supply and affordability to changing market, economic and legislative conditions,” he said.
“Through all of that, our members, their businesses, and the housing needs of the Western Australian community will remain at the centre of what we do."
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