Latrobe First National from Traralgon was named one of the Top 10 offices in the state at First National’s Gala Awards dinner in Melbourne recently.

Individuals at Latrobe First National were also recognised and rewarded:

Laurie Eddy       -  GOLD award for the Number of Residential Sales

                         -  SILVER award for Gross Sales Commission

Colin Goodling     -  GOLD award for the Number of Residential Sales 

                           -  SILVER award for Gross Sales Commission

Wayne Hall       -   SILVER award for Gross Sales Commission

Graeme Yalden    -  SILVER award for Number of Residential Sales

                           -   SILVER award for Gross Sales Commission

When presented with these awards, Latrobe First National Principal, Graeme Yalden said it was testimony to the teamwork of all staff members.

First National Real Estate State Director, Ross Neilson said the First National Awards recognised high performers in the network, encouraged others to learn as well as grow their businesses and provided an ideal opportunity for staff to network.

“Victoria is a big state and with members spread far and wide, it is important to make them feel part of a team,” Ross said.

 “We continue to look for opportunities to bring us all together and share our experiences and learn from them so that we can grow both professionally and individually.

 “The State Awards recognise great performance and help other members appreciate what is needed to really excel in this market.

“Staff can build on their strengths and work on their weaknesses to ensure they look after buyers, sellers and themselves, so that everyone comes out a winner.”  

Media Release – as printed in Latrobe Valley Express Monday 8^th December 2008