Ray White Bowral

Ray White Bowral principal, Gene Fairbanks has joined forces with esteemed local agent Michael Maloney under the Ray White banner to form a premier real estate marketing team to service the entire Southern Highlands. Observers are quick to attribute their merger to the similarity in their characters – down to earth, honest country style – born of their life’s experiences and personal values. Michael Maloney is known as a local legend in the Highlands, carving out more than 30 years in the specialised niche of rural real estate where his word is respected and valued, and his strong track record unquestionable. Gene Fairbanks has, in only three years, forged a strong Ray White family business in Bowral, drawing on his upbringing in country Queensland, and his former career as a rugby union international – three years in Japan, and years with the Reds, Brumbies and Western Force. “That was my life,” he reflects with humour. “While I love to reminisce about the good times, I have come to appreciate how valuable that was in shaping my approach to business where team culture, integrity and commitment are absolutely vital ingredients in any winning formula,” Mr Fairbanks said. As with any new business, building a platform and a presence is tough, but was even tougher as the property cycle entered a slowdown. Far from putting the sportsman on the defensive, Mr Fairbanks always Ray White expands in Southern Highlands Ray White Bowral 255 Bong Bong Street Bowral NSW2576 (02) 4862 1894 raywhitebowral.com.au remained positive, immersed himself in the community and drew great support from his wife and family. He coached the Bowral Blacks over the last three years, bringing the top two grades to premierships whilst growing his business through carefully curated alignments that have strengthened his team and his brand. He considers the merger with Michael Maloney adds a whole new dimension to that endeavour, not only increasing the client base but also providing a stronger physical presence in town. Gene and the team will be moving offices to the highly visible Royal Hotel building at 255 Bong Bong Street, which is regarded by locals as the gateway to Bowral. “Since my wife and I added twins to our two children in February, we have barely had time to think, let alone really drive our businesses in the way we want to – this new development is a real boost to our place in this incredible community,” said Mr Fairbanks. “We are so looking forward to the Spring season and in servicing our ever expanding client base.”