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4 November 2011
Successful Auctions Plus Sale!
The auction was held today following a successful marketing campaign of of the complete herd of hereford cattle from vendors, Paraway Pastoral Co. All were sold today with exceptional results with cattle going to buyers all throughout the state.
11 October 2011
Great Day at "Tatiara" Clearing Sale
A large crowd was in attendance at "Tatiara" Caragabal last Friday, 7th October 2011. There were many items up for grabs, including a lot of good quality farm equipment, and we saw competitive bidding amongst the crowd throughout the day. Overall, a great day was had by all and the vendors were very pleased with the result.
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14 September 2011
Burrawang Dorper and White Dorper Stud Sale
The annual on farm production auction was held at Burrawang West Station offering over 160 Rams and Ewes on the day. There was a pleasing attendance on the day with buyers travelling some large distances from towns and regions like Tilpa, Ivanoe, Condobolin, Bywong, Parkes, Narrandera, Milton, Menindee, Wagga Wagga, Strathbogie, Royalla, Lake Cargelligo, Cootamundra, West Wyalong, Mudgee. The sale was also viewed on Auctions Plus with buyers online ranging from Mudgee, Glenrowan West and Frogmore.
Pictured Above L-R, Matt Lennon and Luke Whitty controlling the Auction with eager buyers in the foreground, One of the many lots on offer, and stud owners Graham and Jeanna Pickles.
7th September 2011
2 September 2011
2 June 2011
23 May 2011
Ray White Rural Condobolin
Auction converts at Ray White Rural Condobolin.
Pictured this week at Condobolin is Ian Simpson, Kim Noll, Laura Kunkel (new property manager) and Simon Southwell.
Can you believe they make the sign frames out of steel in the west and you can hardly lift them.
Great Job – Condobolin.
6 April 2011
HORSE SALE FIRST FOR FORBES
5 April 2011
CONDOBOLIN STAFF GIVE BACK
8th March 2011
Deb takes out two awards
Rural residential real estate agent Deb Downey can toast to success following the recent Ray White Real Estate Annual Muster, Gala Dinner and Awards presentation dinner. During the dinner Ms Downey was awarded the Number three Sales Achiever Rural Network Residential Sales for January to December 2010, making her the third most successful rural residential real estate agent within the Ray White group.
Ms Downey has also walked away with the Alan White Premier Club award for the Ray White Group 2011, which is awarded to agents who have achieved a certain level of success in rural real estate sales. The two awards come as a major coup for Ms Downey, who recently marked nine years in the real estate industry.
Ms Downey started out as a rural residential real estate agent with Kevin Miller and Co in January 2002 with no previous experience.“It’s been building blocks,” Ms Downey said of her career development. Ms Downey’s success stems from her passion for people. “Its something that I have enjoyed and it’s a very rewarding career. The rewarding part for me is to just help people find that dream,” Ms Downey said.
The 2009-2010 year was a year of firsts for Ms Downey. It was the first year Ms Downey was affiliated with the Ray White group and the first time she received the Alan White Premier Club award. Although she was unable to attend the recent national presentation dinner, Ms Downey was thrilled to receive the two awards. “It’s great to get recognition. We put in a lot of hard work and it gives you a sense of achievement,” Ms Downey said. One of the greatest benefits of the awards for Ms Downey is customer assurance.
While Ms Downey said local agents are able to determine their sales position with each other, being part of the Ray White group has given her a national ranking. “Its nice to know the agent you are dealing with is up there amongst the high achievers in the industry,” she said.
Ian’s award win
Ian Simpson of the Ray White Rural network has been recognised for his achievements being presented with the Excellence in Marketing Award at the company’s national presentation dinner staged in Brisbane last month. The announcement of the award drew praise from Paul White, Chairman of Ray White Rural. “The hard work required to obtain such an award is a great reflection on your determination and you should be very proud of your achievement,” Mr White said. “We are very fortunate to have you as part of the group as you demonstrate the attributes we wish to continue to develop and maintain within the Ray White Rural network,” he added. Mr Simpson has been involved with Ray White Rural since starting with Kevin Miller, Whitty and Lennon and Co 12 months ago.
Significant sales within that period include ‘Riverdell’ in Forbes, ‘Auburn Vale’ at Cudal and ‘Topside’ at Bogan Gate amongst other sales.
“The sale I’m most proud of is ‘Yara’ and ‘Kilparney’, totalling 130,000 acres at Mount Hope,” Mr Simpson said. ‘Yara’ sold for just over $40/acre and ‘Kilparney’ on a three year lease with the purchase price at just over $32/acre.
“A total sale package of just over $5 million dollars,” Mr Simpson said.
Mr Simpson said he currently has 60 listed properties and is seeking more. Adding to his success last month, Mr Simpson is now ranked 21 throughout the whole of the Ray White group.
Pictured; Mark McBaron Publicis Mojo, Ian Simpson and Bruce Smith National Marketing Manager Ray White
14th February 2011
Family In Business
When starting a business in Forbes back thirty years ago Kevin Miller never envisage Kevin Miller and Co growing to what it is today, with offices now in Condobolin and Eugowra and an agent in Young Kevin Miller Whitty Lennon and Co continues to grow.
The family run business was started back in 1982 when Kevin and Phyllis Miller took a gamble opening the stock and station agency.
It is now one of the largest stock and station and real estate agencies in New South Wales which services clients right across the state.
“The business continues to grow more than what I could have ever imagined and for this I’m truly grateful to our loyal clients and great staff,” Kevin Miller said. “Together with Luke, Matt and Sarah-Jane we are working hard on making sure that our service for our clients is second to none.”
Good customer service is the solid vision of the Miller family and Kevin attributes this to his success.
In 2008, long time employees Luke Whitty and Matt Lennon joined the business as partners and the business is now known as Kevin Miller Whitty Lennon and Co.
Sarah-Jane Taunton has been working in the family business for the past nine years and works as the company manager.
“We are always looking at ways to improve and expand our service both in the Real Estate game as well as our Stock and Station agencies,” Sarah-Jane said. “This means that we will continue to look at expansion opportunities to ensure that our business continues to grow and prosper.”
This is also the long term vision for News on Rankin too; the Rankin Street Newsagency is owned and operated by the four Miller children
Rebecca, Sarah-Jane, Josh and Gabe Miller bought the Rankin Street Newsagency back in August 2007, since then Gabe together with her staff has worked hard to put their personal stamp on the Newsagency.
“It’s completely different to Dad’s business which we have all worked in one way or another, the Newsagency has so many products and services but one thing is always the same between both businesses and that’s Customer Service has to be the best,” Gabe said. “This is one area where I’m constantly training my staff on ensuring that no matter what the customer wants we will do whatever it takes to get it for them. It’s not just that it’s also about making sure that as soon as our customers walk in the door they are greeted and made feel welcome straight away.”
News on Rankin is always introducing products and services and was proud to launch www.newsonrankin.com.au early last year. The new website now means customers are able to do their shopping from their computer and we will deliver the products right to them.
“The website is great for customers if they can’t get into the store to do their stationary shopping or order Newspaper etc without having to leave their desk; it’s all about making things easier for the customer.” Gabe said. “News on Rankin will continue to grow and expand its services in the future and we look forward to going on this journey with our customers.”
Both companies have won various business and community business awards but the Miller’s don’t shy away from the fact that without the support of the Forbes people both businesses wouldn’t be what they are today.
“It’s our customers that ensure every businesses success and we just hope that we can continue to service you in the future.” Kevin Said. (Article supplied by Forbes Advocate)
Pictured; Gabe, Kevin and Sarah Jane ( Photo supplied by Forbes Advocate)
1st February 2011
Lamb Sales Break Records
Lamb sales continue to break records at Forbes’ Central West Livestock Exchange, with a pen selling for $214 a head at the weekly sheep and lamb sale on Tuesday. While the national record now stands at a remarkable $224 - following Monday’s Bendigo sale - Tuesday’s price was a new high for Forbes. The vendors were GJ and AM Fricker of Reid’s Flat Road, Cowra, and the 10- month old lambs were sold by Kevin Miller, Whitty, Lennon and Co of Forbes.Agent Luke Whitty said the demand for lamb continued to peak, surprising those in the industry somewhat. “The market’s booming,” Mr Whitty said on Tuesday afternoon. “The price has gone to levels we’ve never seen before, and it was quite a surprise to see lambs go to those levels,” he said. “But I don’t think these prices will be sustained forever.” Mr Whitty estimated the lambs would realise a dressed weight of 31.5kg at $6 per kilo, with a skin value of $25. He said the lambs had been fed on lucerne pasture, with some supplementary grain feeding in the lead up to sale. The buyer was Country Fresh of Tamworth. Dubbo saleyards also set a new record price for lamb on Monday. Dubbo farmer Trish Parkins achieved $206.20 a head for a pen of White Suffolk and Merino cross sheep, a price described by agent Graeme Board as “the dearest sale we’ve ever seen, bar none” (Article supplied by Forbes Advocate)
Pictured is Matt Lennon and Luke Whitty, directors of Kevin Miller, Whitty, Lennon and Co. (Photo - Forbes Advocate)
8th February 2011
Property Management Team Donate to Can Assist
During 2011The Property Management team at KMWL Ray White decided to dedicate their commission earnt from newly listed properties to Can Assist. With an exceptional reponse from the Forbes community our team was able to raise $3,100.00.
The donation was made on the 8th February 2011 to Can Assist member Kerry Dunstan pictured below also with Property Manager Lee Marsh, Office Manager Sarah-Jane Taunton and Property Manager Anita Sinclair.
