Our Story So Far

ACKNOWLEDGING COUNTRY

FIRST NATIONAL BYRON ACKNOWLEDGE AND PAY RESPECT TO THE ARAKWAL PEOPLES OF THE BUNDJALUNG NATIONS, THE TRADITIONAL CUSTODIANS OF THE LAND ON WHICH WE LIVE, WORK AND PLAY. WE PAY RESPECT TO ELDERS PAST, PRESENT AND EMERGING.

Established in 1988 as Margaret Robertson PRD, our company has its roots firmly planted in the Byron Shire community.

We’ve grown from a small agency, with the region’s top real estate agent at its helm, to the Northern Rivers leading property business.

In the past 30 years, First National Byron has cemented its position as the region’s number one agency, servicing a footprint that extends from Wardell to Byron Bay, Bangalow, the Hinterland, Mullumbimby and New Brighton. We are proud to be recognized as an iconic local company employing the most highly trained and accomplished sales property management, marketing and office management staff.

Since our doors opened, First National Byron has sold more than $2 billion worth of residential and commercial properties. We currently manage properties worth about $250 million.

We have developed the region’s largest, most dynamic database of buyers who have expressed interest in buying property in the area. We are also at the cutting-edge of real estate marketing and sales strategy, networking with national and international leaders to give our clients a competitive edge.

First National Byron is all about its people and its community.

We were the first local agency to offer paid traineeships, we invest heavily in professional development and training, and take pride in fostering a culture of support, friendship, fun and results.

Above all else, we live, work and play in the Northern Rivers. We know our patch, love our people, embrace our lifestyle and are actively involved in events and initiatives that shape our region.

We look forward to sharing our knowledge with you.

Recent Awards

2017

AUSTRALASIA’S TOP OFFICE

We are excited to share the news that First National Byron was awarded the No 1 Office in the First National Australasian network.

With over 400 offices throughout Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific, and more than 3000 sales people, this is a huge back to back win for our team in this highly competitive arena.

Our Directors Chris, Su, and Helen were honoured to accept this accolade at the National Convention which was held in May 2018 at The Royal Pines Resort on the Gold Coast.

The gala dinner brought recognition to Australasia’s top 2017 salespeople, property managers and administrators and attracted delegates from far and wide.

We would like to thank all of our valued clients for your trust in us. To act for our vendors, landlords and to assist buyers and tenants is a privilege we take immense pride in. Our focus and commitment to service and achieving the best possible results for all of our clients remains central to our mission of excellence.

Congratulations to all of the award recipients in the network, and especially our very own Su Reynolds who was recognised as one of the Top 10 salespeople in Australasia.

Kind Words from

Our Happy Clients

Paul was able to access a pool of qualified buyers and achieved the desired result in the time frame agreed. Our transaction was almost without stress. Many thanks to Paul for an efficient sale.

Deborah Aitken

Paul was able to access a pool of qualified buyers and achieved the desired result in the time frame agreed. Our transaction was almost without stress. Many thanks to Paul for an efficient sale.

Deborah Aitken

My first contact with Jane was over the phone. She was articulate, calm and able to communicate naturally. I was teetering on the idea of selling but speaking with Jane, I thought, this sounds like a good start. There was already a buyer looking. So …

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Rosemary C
Seller of House in Byron Bay

My first contact with Jane was over the phone. She was articulate, calm and able to communicate naturally. I was teetering on the idea of selling but speaking with Jane, I thought, this sounds like a good start. There was already a buyer looking. So the process went smoothly. I was happy with the price. Could not fault the customer service. Jane always kept me in the loop and offered her help constantly. She did mention that she "loved her work". It shows. A positive all round outcome.

Rosemary C
Seller of House in Byron Bay

So happy with all our dealings with Su, she's so friendly and efficient and great with communication and trying to meet our needs. Highly recommend!

Peta Lloyd-Harris

So happy with all our dealings with Su, she's so friendly and efficient and great with communication and trying to meet our needs. Highly recommend!

Peta Lloyd-Harris

Selling my property has been a pleasant experience thanks to Paul Bannister. He is a sincere and experienced professional who has shown respect for me and the buyer. I recommend him and his team at First National to everyone.

Joanna Reid
Trusted Professionalism

Selling my property has been a pleasant experience thanks to Paul Bannister. He is a sincere and experienced professional who has shown respect for me and the buyer. I recommend him and his team at First National to everyone.

Joanna Reid
Trusted Professionalism

Tara was fantastic when it came to selling our house. Always available to answer questions and discuss issues. Tara has great knowledge of the industry, and is totally dedicated. I sincerely recommend Tara if you are after a stress free well informed…

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Janet Terry
Fantastic agent

Tara was fantastic when it came to selling our house. Always available to answer questions and discuss issues. Tara has great knowledge of the industry, and is totally dedicated. I sincerely recommend Tara if you are after a stress free well informed sales experience.

Janet Terry
Fantastic agent

Rosemary and I can’t begin to tell you how happy we are to have secured our dream property in our dream location. Small acreage properties offering such natural beauty, privacy and amenity are indeed rare in the Brooklet and Fernleigh areas. We als…

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Phil and Rosemary Henderson

Rosemary and I can’t begin to tell you how happy we are to have secured our dream property in our dream location. Small acreage properties offering such natural beauty, privacy and amenity are indeed rare in the Brooklet and Fernleigh areas. We also love the feeling the home offers as it benefits from its relaxed maturity, lovely grounds and unbeatable north aspect. The gorgeous country views are a bonus and will provide us with the tranquillity we have been seeking. As you know, we have been searching for more than twelve months and had a very specific list of “must haves” which made the job of the Agents much harder. As with any industry, there is always a difference between the best practitioners and those who are merely participants. We can now speak from our first-hand experience and confirm, without reservation, that our time with you has shown us a perfect example of Industry “best practice”. You were patient and kind enough to fully absorb our thoughts and used this information to identify a likely property match, which pleased us and I’m sure would have also pleased the Vendor. We were also very grateful for the many hours you dedicated to us allowing two very long and thorough inspections. May we also say that we were pleased that you demonstrated the rare traits of reserve and sensitivity in allowing us private time but also being there to answer our tricky questions! You know your stuff! What a pleasure it was to also have your help, guidance and advice during the sale process. It was great to have someone keeping us informed and to be one step ahead of me for a change. Both my Solicitor and I are pleased we had a bit less work to do. Rosemary and I are hoping we will never sell our Brooklet property, but if we do we will certainly sign it across to your very professional hands. A Vendor could not ask for more! It is obvious that you love what you do and it comes naturally – a bonus for everyone.

Phil and Rosemary Henderson

We recently sold our property in Byron Bay, and were very happy with the way Paul handled every aspect of the sale. He was professional and patient, and worked hard to get the sale across the line. He has an easy and affable manner and was an absolut…

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Marita and Jeremy Ham

We recently sold our property in Byron Bay, and were very happy with the way Paul handled every aspect of the sale. He was professional and patient, and worked hard to get the sale across the line. He has an easy and affable manner and was an absolute pleasure to deal with.

Marita and Jeremy Ham

We recently sold our property with First National using Tara Torkkola. I would absolutely have no hesitation using Tara as she was refreshingly enthusiastic from day one, keeping us up to date and well informed on a regular basis, this was a particul…

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Lisa Carnegie

We recently sold our property with First National using Tara Torkkola. I would absolutely have no hesitation using Tara as she was refreshingly enthusiastic from day one, keeping us up to date and well informed on a regular basis, this was a particularly big contrast to the original agent that we had listed the property with, who rarely ever called us and really showed very little interest, in fact we had to chase him up, which wasn’t easy as we live interstate. As I said Tara showed enormous enthusiasm along with her vast local knowledge, her ability to listen to our concerns and respond intelligently at all times, ensured a great result for us due to her negotiation. I do believe she will go a long way in her chosen career.

Lisa Carnegie

Friendly, knowledgeable, professional and diligent. Paul worked hard, kept me informed of what was happening, and got a great result. I would thoroughly recommend him and Byron Bay First National to anyone looking at buying or selling property in the…

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Michael King

Friendly, knowledgeable, professional and diligent. Paul worked hard, kept me informed of what was happening, and got a great result. I would thoroughly recommend him and Byron Bay First National to anyone looking at buying or selling property in the Byron Bay area.

Michael King
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