Newcastle Unlocked

Where the World's Wealth Is Moving in 2026 with Liam Bailey Global wealth is evolving rapidly, and the way ultra‑high‑net‑worth individuals are investing is reshaping property markets around the world. In this episode, Brent Sinclair sits down with Liam Bailey, Global Head of Research at Knight Frank , to unpack insights from the latest Wealth Report and explore where money is moving, why it matte...

Newcastle Unlocked – Lake Macquarie's Growth, Density & Development Future with Mayor Adam Shultz Lake Macquarie is one of the fastest-growing regions in the Hunter, with an additional 38,000 people forecast by 2046 and a clear strategic direction now shaping how that growth will unfold. In this episode, Brent Sinclair sits down with Lake Macquarie Mayor Adam Shultz to unpack the region's planning...

Newcastle Unlocked – Inside Newcastle's Hotel and Tourism Future with Dr Jerry Schwartz As Australia's largest private hotel operator and a long term investor in Newcastle and the Hunter, Dr Jerry Schwartz has played a major role in shaping the region's accommodation and tourism landscape. In this episode, Brent Sinclair sits down with Jerry to unpack the performance of the hotel market post COVID...

Newcastle Unlocked – 2026 Commercial Property Market Outlook with Dan Barry & Matt Shaw After a calmer 2025, the Newcastle and Hunter commercial property market is entering a pivotal year. In this episode, we break down the stabilisation of last year and the emerging opportunities for 2026. What we cover: • Why 2025 was steady, and why that was a good thing • Tenanted investment performance, inclu...

Welcome to Newcastle Unlocked. Host Brent Sinclair sits down with Sam Kennard, rich lister and CEO of Kennards Self Storage, the family-owned pioneer of self-storage in Australia since 1973.  Under Sam's leadership, Kennards has scaled to 126 locations across Australia and New Zealand, offering ~101,000 storage spaces and ~920,000 m² of rentable space, including a recent $400M NZD acquisition of 1...

In the latest episode of  Newcastle Unlocked , Brent Sinclair sits down with one of Australia's most recognised real estate figures, Mat Steinwede, Partner at McGrath Central Coast Group and ranked among the Top 25 agents nationally. From being homeless as a teenager to building a multimillion-dollar business and personal brand, Mat's story is one of discipline, purpose, and resilience. Together,...

In this episode of  Newcastle Unlocked , Brent is joined by Nuatali Nelmes, former Lord Mayor of Newcastle and now Hunter & Central Coast Director for the Property Council of Australia. Nuatali has been at the heart of Newcastle's transformation for over a decade. In this episode, she shares: What she's working on in her new Property Council role Why the Broadmeadow Place Strategy is a once-in-a-g...

In this episode of  Newcastle Unlocked , we wrap up the 2025 financial year with a deep dive into the Hunter's commercial, industrial, and residential markets. Brent Sinclair is joined by Dan Barry, Director of Industrial, and Matt Shaw from our Commercial Sales team to unpack a pivotal few weeks — including the latest 25 basis point rate cut from the RBA and a federal election that surprisingly d...

Join us on the latest episode of  Newcastle Unlocked  as  Brent   Sinclair sits down with Kate McArthur, Executive Manager of Business Development at the Port of Newcastle. Kate shares her insights on the Port's strategic vision, its role in driving economic growth in the Hunter region, and exciting development opportunities, including leasing surplus land for commercial projects. If you're intere...

Dive into the latest episode of Newcastle Unlocked as we sit down with Luke Berry, co-founder of Thirdi Group, a powerhouse in innovative property development. With a $3B+ international project pipeline, Luke shares exclusive insights on transformative projects like Dairy Farmers Towers and the Merewether Golf Club redevelopment in Newcastle. Discover national housing trends, buyer behaviour, and...

Welcome to Newcastle Unlocked! In this episode, we sit down with Gavan Reynolds, Development Director at EXP Capital. Celebrating its 10th anniversary, EXP Capital has cemented its status as a powerhouse in the Hunter region's property market. From the strategic acquisition of 117 Bull Street to the transformation of Maryland Shopping Centre with Woolworths as a key tenant, Gavan reveals the visio...

Welcome to Newcastle Unlocked! In this episode, we dive into the future of urban development in the Hunter and Newcastle regions, exploring key initiatives, infrastructure investments, and sustainability strategies shaping the property market. Joining us is Hon. Stuart Ayres, CEO of the Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA) NSW. With an extensive background in government and urban planni...

Welcome to the latest episode of Newcastle Unlocked! Join host Brent Sinclair as he sits down with Matt Shaw, Head of Valuations, and Dan Barry, Director of Industrial here at Knight Frank Newcastle, to review the remarkable resilience of the Hunter's commercial property market in 2024. Despite the challenges posed by elevated interest rates, the market has shown stability with industrial properti...

In this week's episode we are joined by Stephen Hunt, CEO of Hunt Hospitality and all-round business mogul. From transforming a $100 backyard bar into a $100 million pub empire, Stephen's journey is a testament to resilience, innovation, and community spirit. A market leader in the hospitality industry, Stephen shares his insights on building successful venues like The Kent at Hamilton, the Imperi...

In this episode of Newcastle Unlocked, Brent sits down with Graham Burns, a prominent investor and developer in the Hunter region. Graham shares his early career journey, the business philosophy that has driven his success, and the strategic decisions behind his significant investments in the Hunter, highlighting the region's economic profile, key industries, and its attractive features compared t...

In this episode of Newcastle Unlocked, host Brent Sinclair sits down with Keith Stronach, the visionary behind the Stronach Group - a family business spanning four generations. With roots dating back to 1923, the Stronach Group has played a pivotal role in shaping Newcastle's landscape. From iconic landmarks like the Civic Theatre and Christ Church Cathedral Tower to transformative projects such a...

In the latest episode we talk with Gavin Rose, a former investment banker working in Sydney, who identified a niche for consolidating healthcare assets within the fragmented market. Motivated by a desire to return to his roots in the Hunter region and driven by his vision to develop a healthcare focused fund, he co-founded GPV Property. This Hunter-based fund, enhanced by in-house construction and...

Amidst a widespread affordability crisis, Newcastle's property market stands out with ten homes fetching over $4.5 million in the past year alone. Highlighting this trend is a record $11.05 million sale at Bar Beach. Discover the upscale neighbourhoods redefining Newcastle as Brent Sinclair sits down with Lyndall Allan, a leading residential agent and principal from Salt Property, to explore the d...

In this episode of Newcastle Unlocked, Brent catches up with Hilton Grugeon, prominent property developer and investor in the Hunter Region. Hilton shares his insights on how COVID has affected the Hunter economy, the challenges and opportunities for the construction industry, and the trends and prospects for residential and industrial property sectors. We also delve into Hilton's opinions of the...

Welcome to Newcastle Unlocked, the podcast where we explore the latest trends and challenges in Newcastle's property market. In our first episode, we have a frank conversation with host Brent Sinclair, Head of Agency, Dan Barry, Director of Industrial, and Matt Shaw, Head of Valuation at Knight Frank Newcastle. They share their insights and predictions on how the market will perform in 2024, after...

Introducing Newcastle's newest podcast, giving you the inside scoop on all things commercial, industrial, and residential across the Newcastle property landscape. Hosted by our very own Brent Sinclair, hear from industry experts as they delve into the current trends, challenges, and opportunities facing the Newcastle and Hunter Region markets heading into 2024 and learn what this means for our loc...