LJ Hooker Taree

Meet the team

Get to know the 4 agents at LJ Hooker Taree.

Licensed Real Estate Agent

About Justin

Justin is a Licensed Real Estate Specialist and the senior salesperson at LJ Hooker Taree. Not only has Justin been an integral part of the LJ Hooker family for almost 20 years, he is also the number one sales agent in the Manning Valley with the highest number of listings and recent sales. This is a testament to his long-standing and successful career in the real estate industry. Together with his Sales Assistant, Kelly Sawyer, Justin strives to secure the best possible price for his Vendors and supports his Purchasers through the sometimes rigorous process of buying property in a constantly evolving market. Being a local resident of both Cundletown and Taree and a member of various sporting and community groups, Justin maintains a great deal of knowledge about the local area. Justin is highly regarded for his hard work, dedication and exceptional customer service and this has seen him on the receiving end of various industry awards, namely his induction into the prestigious Diamond Chapter of the LJ Hooker Captain’s Club; a faculty within the LJ Hooker Network that recognises the top 2.5% of the best performing agents on a global scale. In 2018, Justin was awarded with both the NSW/ACT and International LJ Hooker Customer Experience Awards, leading the way as an avid believer in the importance of providing an interpersonal service, completing each sales transaction with integrity, honesty and professionalism. On a personal note, Justin enjoys playing sport, renovating properties and enjoying all that the Manning Valley has to offer, together with his wife and two young children.

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Daniel Garton

Licensed Real Estate Agent

4.9

(126 reviews)

About Daniel

Daniel Garton is a licensed real estate agent with The Lifestyle Group, bringing nearly a decade of experience to a community he and his wife have proudly called home for more than 26 years. Deeply connected to Hallidays Point and the surrounding areas, Daniel is passionate about helping people move confidently into the next chapter of their lives, whether that’s a relaxed coastal home or a spacious rural lifestyle property. Daniel’s results speak for themselves. He is consistently recognised by his clients, holding a 5‑star rating on Realestate.com.au from 63 reviews, a 4.9‑star rating from 125 reviews on Rate My Agent, and recently receiving the Top Agent award. He has also been named Agent of the Year and Price Expert for Tallwoods Village across multiple years (2022, 2023, 2024 and 2026). Over the past 10 months, Daniel has successfully sold 27 properties, including land sales, achieving an average sale price of $970,000 with an average market time of just 75 days. Known for his integrity, clear communication, and practical advice, Daniel takes a personalised, low‑pressure approach, listening first and tailoring strategies to suit each client’s goals. Outside of real estate, Daniel enjoys life on his 100‑acre property with his family. He loves kayaking, spending time at the beach, and hosting relaxed bonfire nights. A devoted husband and father, Daniel’s values of faith, family, and community shape a genuine, client‑first approach that clients trust and appreciate.

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Cameron Tate

Business Manager / Licensed Real Estate Agent

(10 reviews)

About Cameron

With a wide range of experience, Cameron is a Licensed Real Estate Agent and Auctioneer specialising in Rural Sales and Management. Having been involved in the industry for over 20 years surrounding both dairy and beef cattle, he is fully conversed in all aspects of farming and livestock. Holding various licences for operating heavy machinery and earth moving equipment, Cameron has a vast deal of expertise in this field and is able to offer advice and support to his clients, as well as being a Licensed Electrician for over ten years. Cameron oversees our agency operations as our Office Manager, providing direct support to our Managing Directors by coordinating and managing a large team of 20 agents. Having managed his own contracting business himself, Cameron knows the importance of leading by example and striving to provide an excellent customer experience to build client relationships for life.

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Amanda Tate

Managing Director / Licensee in Charge

(4 reviews)

About Amanda

Since 1996, Amanda Tate has been the Owner and Managing Director of LJ Hooker Taree. Having over 26 years’ experience in an evolving real estate industry, Amanda is fully versed in all aspects of sales, property investment management, commercial, industrial and strata management. Amanda specialises in the Commercial / Industrial Space, with a passion for finding solid investment opportunities for her clients. She knows the importance of securing the right property and the best property manager to ensure your investment can yield its full potential, with minimal risks and an effective action plan for leasing. Her experience in all things property management makes her a leader in portfolio management and wealth creation. Amanda is passionate about the LJ Hooker brand and strives to be a strong leader in the LJ Hooker Network as the Northern New South Wales representative of the prestigious LJ Hooker Franchise Owners Council. In 2012 Amanda was awarded the Sir Leslie Hooker Award, a monumental acknowledgement of her commitment and contribution to the network as a whole. Amanda recognises the strong influence that real estate has on the community, not only with leasing, buying and selling, but the responsibility it holds in contributing to the general success of the local area. As an active member of the Manning Community, Amanda takes a proactive interest in the economic development of the area.

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About us

Satisfied clients are the sole factor in the success of LJ Hooker Taree. With over 26 years in business, we pride ourselves on giving honest, professional advice regardless of whether you are marketing your property, purchasing or renting. Whether it is your first dream home or a multi-million dollar commercial investment, our team are right behind you to ensure a smooth transaction. The majority of our business is via recommendation or repeat business,in itself, a testimonial to our level of customer service and attention to detail. Our team is comprised of over 20 experienced and professional agents include marketing specialists, commercial specialist, strata management specialists, rural specialist and property management specialists. Constant training is paramount in ensuring our team stay abreast of constantly changing legislation and technology whilst cementing LJ Hooker Taree as the number one team in real estate in the Manning Valley.

Buyer review

7 months ago

Daniel went above and beyond our expectations

What a pleasure it was to deal with Daniel! He has an extensive knowledge of all the properties in the area we were interested in and was so helpful, understanding and supportive of our purchase. He went above and beyond our expectations, and we could not recommend him more highly for his professionalism, honesty, and genuine interest in getting us our dream seachange home and we are so grateful for all his assistance.

Daniel Garton

4.9

(126 reviews)

Seller review

9 months ago

Professional, Supportive and Highly Recommended

The service that I received from Justin and his team made the process of selling my house less stressful. Justin's knowledge, patience and professionalism were greatly appreciated and I would highly recommend him to anyone looking to sell their property.

Justin Atkins

(169 reviews)

Buyer review

10 months ago

Professional Expert in his field

Daniel is a rare find in his profession. My partner and I have bought and sold numerous properties from Sydney to Regional NSW and now Mid North Coast. We have dealt with many agents across NSW both as a purchaser and vendor. It was a pleasure and a refreshing surprise when we contacted Daniel with regards to purchasing a property. He was always contactable, returned calls and went out of his way to accommodate our needs. He has excellent customer service skills and his knowledge and communication are without a doubt of the highest standard. He is sincere and committed to his profession. We have had a smoother than normal transition into this property and this was only made possible through Daniel's efforts. He is to be congratulated and commended. Daniel is someone you can trust to help you with that next sale or purchase.

Daniel Garton

4.9

(126 reviews)

Seller review

10 months ago

Couldn’t Have Asked for a Better Agent

Justin was absolutely amazing in helping us sell our property. Justin was incredibly helpful, patient and understanding throughout the entire process. His approachable nature and great communication skills made us feel relaxed and informed every step of the way. We couldn’t have asked for a better agent.

Justin Atkins

(169 reviews)

Buyer review

11 months ago

Stress-Free and Supported Every Step of the Way

Buying my first property was a milestone I’ll never forget, and I’m so grateful to have had the amazing team at LJ Hooker Taree, especially Justin, guiding me every step of the way. From the very first interaction to settlement day, Justin made the entire experience feel smooth, stress-free, and genuinely exciting. His professionalism, knowledge, and down-to-earth approach gave me so much confidence as a first-home buyer.

Justin Atkins

(169 reviews)

Seller review

11 months ago

Consistently Outstanding Results from a Trusted Agent

Justin sold two properties in what was expected to be a slow market, He had byers for both units even before the advertising and pictures had been fully published, He negotiated good prices for both and I am a very happy customer. Justin has now sold 5 properties for me over the last 6 or 7 years and will be my chosen real estate agent for any future sales.

Justin Atkins

(169 reviews)

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