Cromwell
Highland Real Estate Group Ltd
PO Box 202
Cromwell
Meet the Cromwell Team
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John Petre
ManagerJohn has been in Real Estate since 1990 and has attained his Branch Manager status through Massey University. He has been involved with Harcourts since 1998, being a founding shareholder in Harcourts Queenstown Real Estate(1998) limited. The Company purchased the Cromwell franchise in July,2009 and is now managed by John on behalf of fellow Directors, Kelvin Collins, Geoff Stevens, and Warwick and Marie Osborne. A consistent, high performer during his selling career, John is enjoying the added challenge of Team leader of a very experienced and talented Team in Cromwell. In his spare time John is an enthusiastic veteran’s cricketer and golfer. He is the current President of Otago Cricket and a former Director. John was recently Chairman of the last World Golden Oldies Cricket Festival held in Central Otago in 2008.
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Alister Stuart
Sales ConsultantConsistently a top performer, Alister began his career in real estate over twenty five years and has built his business around honesty, integrity, communication and having fun with both buyers and sellers. He has a high local profile and has seen Cromwell boom during the building of the Clyde Dam and then grow again with the planting of vineyards and orchards within the area. Central Otago’s way of life suits him well and he enjoys tennis, squash, golf and fishing. Alister has a passion for the Real Estate Business and loves to help people find the property they want. He has an extensive background in residential real estate, is a successful auctioneer, which when added to his local knowledge enables him to deliver the very top performance expected by owners and purchasers. Awards of Excellence include: # 5 Harcourts Highland Real Estate Group 2012 - 2013 Harcourts Platinum Quarter 3 2012/2013 Harcourts Gold July-September 2012 Harcourts Top South Island Lister 2nd Place February 2012 Harcourts #5 Highland Real Estate Group 2011-2012 Harcourts #8 Southern Region 2011-2012 Harcourts Silver award Quarter 4 2012 Harcourts Silver award Quarter 1 2012 Top Exclusive Lister South Island - Quarter 1 2011 Harcourts Silver award Quarter 3 2011 Southern Region #10 2011 Harcourts Bronze award Quarter 2 and 4 2011 Harcourts Bronze award Quarter 3 2010 Harcourts Gold award Quarter 1 2010 Third=Top Exclusive Lister South Island Region 2009-2010 Top 10 Sales Consultant #3 Central Otago Lakes Region 2009-2010 Silver Award Quarter 4 2009 Bronze Award Quarter 4 2008 Bronze Award Quarter 2 2008 National Top Ten Percent 2007 Awarded Diamond 75 Pin (more than 75 million in settled sales). Harcourts Gold Sales Award 2006/2007 Harcourts 2nd Top Ten Sales Consultant Central Otago Lakes District 2005/2006 Harcourts 2nd Top Ten Sales Consultant Central Otago Lakes District 2006/2007 Harcourts Gold Sales Award 2005/2006 Harcourts Diamond Pin Award - 2005 Twenty Year Award 2005 Harcourts National Commercial Award July 2004 Harcourts Top Twenty Nationwide – May 2003 Harcourts Amethyst Pin Award - 2003 Harcourts Top Twenty Nationwide – November 2002 Harcourts Top Twenty Nationwide – April 2001
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Brad Lyons
Sales ConsultantHarcourts Cromwell's consistent top performer, Brad Lyons brings a fresh, young, enthusiastic and friendly attitude to buying and selling real estate. Brad has been very successful right from day 1 of his real estate career and he puts this down to a high level of understanding of the current market and his uncompromising motivation to get the job done. Brad works as part of a team with his wife Mel and personal assistant Niki to provide an even greater level of service for his clients. Together Brad & Mel Lyons are the team to employ if you want RESULTS.
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Cliff Crawford
Sales ConsultantCliff is consistently recognised as a top performer within his market area of Cromwell and surrounds. Cliff has an extensive background in both residential and commercial real estate, including many years of experience in real estate during the dam project which added to his extensive knowledge of the local property market enables him to deliver the very top performance expected by discerning owners and purchasers. His intent is to provide first class service with total commitment, enthusiasm and professionalism. Combined with an approachable friendly service, it is not surprising that so many people come to Cliff by recommendation. Awards of Excellence: Harcourts $30 Million Sales 2005 Harcourts Twenty year Service Award 2005 Harcourts 7th Top Ten Sales Consultants Central Otago Lakes Region 2005/2006
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Jan Ireland
Sales ConsultantJan entered real estate in 2008 after 17 years in Well Child Health based in Southland and followed by a successful teaching career which included over 2 years in the UK. The practical and managerial skills she gained from her past professions have been put to good use within the Harcourt Team. Her early achievements within the real estate field are the result of the level of enthusiasm and commitment she brings to her career. Jan listens to the needs of individual clients she deals with and works to build strong relationships with them. She is passionate about striving for the best results possible. Jan’s goal is to be sensitive to the clients’ needs whilst matching people with their homes and requirements. Her professional, friendly manner ensures her clients journey of selling, and/or buying, is an enjoyable experience with excellent results.
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Judy Ludemann
Sales ConsultantAfter farming with Ken, and enjoying the rural lifestyle with their children, and also working in Special Education, Judy joined the Harcourts team in 1998 in a part time capacity as part of the administration team, and later as assistant to consultants within the Cromwell team. When there was an opportunity to work on her own account, there was no hesitation. Judy has complete confidence in the Harcourts systems and the expectation of excellent service to clients. Combined with her personal integrity and 'people first' attitude, there was no other office in which she wanted to be based. Since 2005 Judy has had the privilege of working alongside buyers and sellers, toward their goals and dreams. Judy is reliable, supportive and hard working, and this shows in the Harcourts national awards Judy has received. The repeat business is testimony to the value her clients place in her ability and in her willingness to go the extra mile for her clients. Judy works to assist clients feel at ease with the real estate process. "I remain enthusiastic, and committed to the bigger picture of the people I work with, and for, in regard to what is usually their most valuable asset, fully aware of my obligations and responsibilities". At Harcourts Cromwell, we offer superior website marketing packages which will promote your property effectively locally, nationally, and to the world. We have a fully resourced office base and work collectively to create a positive experience, with the focus on achieving the best possible results for you. "I am proud to be member of the successful, positive team of professionals at Harcourts". -Bronze Sales Status at Harcourts for 2006/2007 recognizing an outstanding level of performance. -Silver Sales Status at Harcourts for 2006/2007 recognising an outstanding level of performance -Bronze Sales status at Harcourts for 2007/2008 recognizing an outstanding level of performance -#6 in the top 10 Sales Consultants Central Otago/Lakes Region 2006/2007 -#9 in the top 10 Sales Consultants Central Otago/Lakes Region 2007/2008
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Ken Ludemann
Rural Sales ConsultantKen is part of the Harcourts Cromwell Specialist Rural team selling farms and lifestyle property throughout the Central Otago area. Ken has a background in farming and his knowledge enables him to provide advice to both farm and lifestyle buyers and investors during the sale process.
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Mel Lyons
Sales ConsultantMel’s Real Estate career began at Harcourts Dunedin in 1997. After a move “home” to Central Otago, Mel now works as a team with her husband Brad Lyons (Harcourts Cromwell's Number 1 Sales Consultant). Mel prides herself in providing the best service she possibly can for her clients. Together Brad & Mel Lyons are the team to employ if you want RESULTS.
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Murray Brown
Sales Consultant AREINZAfter a 20 year involvement in the Surveying Industry with involvement in subdivision design and a wide variety of survey work, Murray changed focus to the Real Estate Industry in 1983. Twenty eight years on he’s still doing it despite the ups and downs of the market place and the many changes the Industry has experienced over the years. Over the years Murray has managed a number of Real Estate operations and was also principal of his own successful multi office business which was sold in 2005. He believes the Real Estate Industry offers a unique opportunity for all types of personalities to be involved and has gained much pleasure in seeing individuals develop toward their best potential. His recipe for success, self integrity, honesty and an undivided commitment and service to clients.
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Wayne Collie
Commercial & Residential ConsultantWayne is returning to the Real Estate Industry having enjoyed considerable success in the Dunedin area, where he focused on Commercial and Business Sales. Wayne will continue to focus in this area with the Harcourts Highland Team in Cromwell. During his business career along with his wife Ailene, they have owned several successful businesses. He has had experience in the building industry having been involved in the construction of three family homes. Community involvement been with Lions Clubs International where Wayne attained the position of Council Chairman for NZ 2001-2002, he is currently President Elect for the Cromwell Lions Club and has received numerous awards for his Lions involvement. At present Wayne is also the South Trustee to the Board of Camp Quality NZ, for children living with Cancer. Wayne moved to Cromwell three years ago because he believes it has a positive future and enjoys living here.
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Rochelle McLellan
RentalsRochelle came to us with a very strong background in Property Management having been in property management for over 5 years in Invercargill before moving to Cromwell. She has the ability to develop strong relationships with both her Landlords and Tenants and strives for excellence in customer service. Rochelle is primarily responsible for overseeing the day to day operation of the property management department and ensuring our high standards are not only met, but continues to raise the bar on the service we offer.
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