Harcourts Ignite - Bundaberg | Bargara

79 Barolin St, Bundaberg South QLD 4670
  •   5   (58 reviews)

Meet the team

Get to know the 6 agents at Harcourts Ignite - Bundaberg | Bargara.

Michael Vella
Michael Vella

Principal / Sales Manager

  4.8   (71 reviews)
About Michael
As the Principal of Harcourts Ignite, Michael Vella is a distinguised real estate professional with an exceptional track record in the industry. With four offices in Hervey Bay, Maryborough, Childers & Bundaberg, Michael has established himself as a trusted leader within the Harcourts Group, setting a standard of excellence that resonates throughout the organisation. Leading by example, Michael fosters a culture of professionalism, integrity, and honesty, earning him a reputation for trustworthiness and outstanding service. Michael's numerous industry awards and success can be attributed not only to his extensive real estate knowledge but his commitment to understanding people and their unique needs and goals that has earned him a loyal following and numerous ongoing referrals. As a third generation Farmer and well-travelled Business Leader, Michael's expertise spans across residential, farming, rural and commercial real estate, business sales, investment properties and property development projects. Not only a successful selling Principal, Michael is also a respected mentor and leader in the real estate community, sharing his knowledge and expertise to help nurture the next generation of industry leaders. His indepth understanding of market trends, negotiation skills, and marketing strategies enables him to successfully lead his team of Sales Agents and help them provide their clients with a distinct advantage in every real estate transaction. Looking ahead, Michael is committed to the further growth of Harcourts Ignite's footprint while maintaining our core values of integrity, excellence, client satisfaction and continuing to build trusted partnerships. Michael's remarkable journey in real estate and commitment to helping his Sales Agents become as successful and client-centric as they can possibly be, has solidified his reputation as a leading figure in the industry. With a wealth of experience and vision, Michael is the driving force behind Harcourts continued success in helping clients achieve their real estate dreams.
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Andre Freedman
Andre Freedman

Sales Agent

  5   (40 reviews)
About Andre

Andre currently has 8 active property listings and 37 sold property listings over the past 12 months.

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Rhys Kummerow
Rhys Kummerow

Sales Agent

  4.9   (29 reviews)
About Rhys
A third generation businessperson and entrepreneur, Rhys has extensive experience of business development and operations. Rhys has achieved his acclaim in the last 12 years in researching, building, and operating his own accommodation business in the highly competitive backpacker market locally. Rhys prides himself on providing positive outcomes and solutions for existing businesspeople, while also looking to promote growth and prosperity for the future. Having the support of Michael and Julie Vella who have extensive regional and commerce experience, as well as the support of a highly skilled admin team, Rhys has the confidence and skillset to ensure he can provide the best service possible and achieve the most desirable outcomes for clients. When you choose Rhys as your Agent, you are not only engaging one Agent in one location to sell your property, you are supercharging the power of 17 Agents in four locations throughout the Wide Bay, all working together to get your property SOLD.
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Lisa Tucker
Lisa Tucker

Sales Agent

  4.9   (28 reviews)
About Lisa

Lisa currently has 19 active property listings and 28 sold property listings over the past 12 months.

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Ree Welby
Ree Welby

Sales Agent

  5   (10 reviews)
About Ree
Introducing Ree Welby, with over 9 years in the industry, Ree has built a well-earned reputation for her dedication, expertise, and personable approach, making her a trusted salesperson in Bundaberg. Known for her fun, outgoing personality, she brings a unique blend of professionalism and warmth to every client relationship, ensuring a positive experience from start to finish. Ree’s exceptional communication skills are one of her greatest assets. Fully committed to understanding her clients individual goals, she approaches every transaction with a focus on truly listening and responding to each person’s unique needs. She believes that building strong connections and clear communication are the cornerstones of successful real estate outcomes and her clients satisfaction is a testament to that. With a Diploma in Business Management and Human Resources, as well as certifications in Business, Accounting, and Payroll, Ree brings a well-rounded skill set that enhances her ability to manage transactions efficiently and strategically. Combined with her deep network of contacts and strong understanding of the local market, her expertise ensures clients receive professional guidance every step of the way, whether buying, selling, or investing. Reach out to Ree today to discuss your real estate goals. Her local knowledge, dedication, and commitment to client satisfaction make her an ideal partner in your property journey.
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Lena Vella
Lena Vella

Sales Agent

  4.8   (6 reviews)
About Lena

Lena currently has 7 active property listings and 18 sold property listings over the past 12 months.

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About us

Harcourts Ignite - Bundaberg | Bargara is a real estate agency. They have 58 verified reviews with an average rating of 5 stars. They currently have 31 active property listings and 77 sold property listings over the past 12 months worth $59,639,500.

Our reviews

  5  
58 reviewsacross 28 different locations, showing 6.
21 days ago
PROFESSIONAL

PROFESSIONALISM WAS A STANDOUT FROM DAY ONE NEGOTIATION BETWEEN BUYERS AND SELLER WAS FUSS FREE EXCELLENT PERSONALITY STOOD OUT IN ALL NEGOTIATIONS .

Lena Vella

Lena Vella

  4.8   (6 reviews)
about 1 month ago
Great agent to sell/buy your home

Lena sold my late mums home which took alot of stress of me, even though I live in Scotland lena still kept in touch no matter if it was out of hours. Lena went out of her way to make sure everything was perfect and sold the house in the matter of weeks to which I was very surprised 😮 I would 100% recommend lena to anyone selling/buying they're home

Lena Vella

Lena Vella

  4.8   (6 reviews)
about 1 month ago
Professional, honest and dedicated.

We are incredibly grateful for Andre’s professionalism, hard work, honesty and integrity during the sale of our property. His knowledge of the market and communication skills are first-rate. Andre always had our best interests at heart through the whole process, always keeping us completely in the loop with regular face to face and phone updates after every open house and private viewing. We highly recommend Andre to anyone looking for a professional and honest relationship with their agent.

Andre Freedman

Andre Freedman

  5   (40 reviews)
about 2 months ago
Outstanding Service with a great end result.

I had an outstanding experience working with Ree Welby. From start to finish, she went well above and beyond what I expected, demonstrating genuine dedication, professionalism, and care throughout the entire process. Her communication was exceptional—always keeping me informed, answering questions promptly. What really stood out was her willingness to go the extra mile. Nothing ever felt like too much trouble, and her attention to detail ensured everything ran smoothly. Thanks to her expertise and commitment, she achieved an excellent result. It’s clear she truly cares about her clients and takes pride in delivering the best possible outcomes. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable, hardworking, and results-driven agent. You’ll be in very capable hands.

Ree Welby

Ree Welby

  5   (10 reviews)
about 2 months ago
Exceptional Service

Lena was truly dedicated from the start, 2 Open homes with multiple offers. Lena’s attention to detail and presentation of the house upon sale was also very important which I found very important upon listing the house. Lena’s communication was excellent, no phone call or txt was ever left unread or answered, any day or time. As this was my first home with husband and children it was very important to us it went to great hands, lena was with us every step of the way to ensure all our emotions where understood. Highly recommend Lena as a sales agent

Lena Vella

Lena Vella

  4.8   (6 reviews)
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Our properties

Harcourts Ignite - Bundaberg | Bargara has 31 properties for sale and sold 77 properties in the last 12 months, showing 4, sorted by most recent activity

SoldJun 23, 2026
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