“It is not just about property; it is about people.”

Such perspective in this profession comes from outstanding insight and empathy, and has established Matthew Bourke as one of the most genuine and trustworthy agents in the region.

Appointed manager of RT Edgar’s Kyneton branch when it opened in August 2016, Matthew maintains an exceptional record of getting top results for vendors and buyers, and has diligently catapulted the agency to number one in town for highest residential market share.

Guided by honesty and ethics, Matthew is known for his negotiation skills and desire to help clients. After more than a decade in real estate he is still excited by the challenge of achieving a sale.

He has a firm foothold in the area, having grown up in Trentham and been strongly involved in local football and cricket clubs as a player and coach. He also managed The Trentham Hotel (now The Plough) for 12 years; a chapter which helped build his extensive business and social network.

The influx of Melbourne buyers to the Macedon Ranges comes as no surprise to a devoted family man who understands people want to settle somewhere they feel secure with a choice of schools, transport and most of the amenities they are used to in the city.

The lifestyle on offer in the Macedon Ranges is another drawcard, and one that Matthew experiences particularly while supporting his three children’s participation in local sport. An ideal day off work would include watching his team run round, fishing, or cooking a barbecue at home for family and friends.