PRD Ballarat

51 Lydiard Street South, Ballarat VIC 3350
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Meet the team

Get to know the 14 property managers at PRD Ballarat.

Melanie Porra
Melanie Porra

Director of Property Management

melaniep@prdballarat.com.au
About Melanie
Melanie brings a wealth of knowledge and professional insight to PRD Ballarat with 15 years of loyal service. Her hard work and natural leadership skills sees her as a successful Department Manager/Portfolio Manager. She considers it essential to treat every home as if it were her own and is excited to build lifelong relationships with many of her clients. Born & bred in Ballarat, Melanie is constantly expanding her knowledge to deliver exceptional client and customer service, while assisting her team in their day to day routine. Melanie is committed 100% to all clients, with the reassurance their property is being looked after at the optimal level. #BallaratsBestRentalTeam
Juanita  Murray
Juanita Murray

Rental Department Manager

Juanitam@prdballarat.com.au
About Juanita
Juanita Murray brings over 13 years of real estate experience to her role at PRD Ballarat, combining deep local market knowledge with a genuine passion for people. A Ballarat local, she earned her Agent’s Representative and Full License qualifications while working in the field, giving her a practical, client-focused perspective on property management. Beginning her career in trust accounting before moving into property management, Juanita has developed a reputation for building strong relationships with both landlords and tenants. In previous leadership roles, she managed large teams and drove significant growth, including tripling the number of listed properties. Her operational expertise has seen her invited to speak at industry training seminars, where she shares insights on team management and portfolio performance. What motivates Juanita most is the opportunity to support clients through key life transitions, from securing a first rental to adjusting housing needs over time. At PRD Ballarat, she is committed to delivering exceptional service across residential and commercial portfolios, contributing to the ongoing growth and success of the property management team.
Brendan Cassidy
Brendan Cassidy

Rental Accounts Manager / Licensed Estate Agent

brendanc@prdballarat.com.au
About Brendan
Superior customer service, a professional approach and flawless attention to detail are just a few of the many favourable skills Brendan brings to his role. Brendan understands the highs & lows that come with leasing & owning an investment property. It can often be a very emotional time in a person’s life, and he feels genuinely privileged to help his clients make a successful move into their next home. Having lived in this region for his entire life, he is passionate about the area and combines his real estate experience, with strong local market knowledge to deliver outstanding results each & every time. Brendan gets great satisfaction in taking the stress out of investment property management & providing sound advice to his clients to help them build their wealth through property. Known in the industry as an attentive agent who always goes that little bit further to ensure unrivalled results, he offers complete transparency and believes in delivering 6-star service to his clients. #BallaratsBestRentalTeam
Stacey Hayes
Stacey Hayes

Portfolio Manager

staceyh@prdballarat.com.au
About Stacey
With nearly two decades of real estate experience, Stacey's professional trademarks include her incredible attention to detail in every aspect of property management. Stacey ensures comprehensive processes are followed at every step of the leasing journey, for every property in the company’s portfolio. Stacey is highly motivated by client satisfaction. Her delivery of personalised service is uncomplicated and direct, creating a straight-forward style for our company & to our clients. "The best part of my job is that nothing is ever the same on a day to day basis. There is always something to do and new challenges to set!" #BallaratsBestRentalTeam
Beck Phillips
Beck Phillips

Portfolio Manager

About Beck
Beck joined the PRD Ballarat team in 2025, bringing with her eight years of property management experience across Ballarat and the surrounding region. Known for her outstanding networking ability and unrivalled local knowledge, Beck has built a reputation as a growth specialist whose expertise translates into more homes leased and clients who are eager to recommend her to others seeking professional advice. With a background of five years in the financial industry, Beck brings strong analytical skills and attention to detail to every aspect of her work. Beck is dedicated to delivering exceptional service by listening closely to her clients, understanding their needs, and providing tailored solutions that build lasting relationships. Passionate about helping both renters and rental providers to achieve the best outcomes, Beck’s professionalism, local insight, and client-first approach make her an invaluable addition to the PRD Ballarat team.
Alister Hosking
Alister Hosking

Portfolio Manager

alisterh@prdballarat.com.au
About Alister
A qualified Agents Representative, Alister is passionate about customer service where his number one priority is helping each customer, whether it be over the phone or in person. With five years’ service with PRD Ballarat, Alister conscientious and thorough approach, along with his professional and positive attitude, will ensure you experience the best service possible. Alister works hard to ensure his clients enjoy a stress-free experience and takes pride in his quick turnaround times when leasing properties. Alister’s pro-active approach has led to many successful and ongoing leases. #BallaratsBestRentalTeam

About us

PRD Ballarat is consistently ranked among the top three agencies in Ballarat for listings and sales, serving the Greater Ballarat area and the Creswick district. Backed by 25+ years in the local market, we deliver standout results across residential, rural, commercial sales, leasing, and property management. Our award-winning residential team lists and sells over 500 properties every year, achieving above-market clearance rates and faster days on market. In Creswick, we’ve held more than 50% market share for a decade, driven by deep community connections and precise buyer targeting. With one of the region’s largest rental portfolios and a dedicated commercial division, our services cover all asset classes. We combine real-time research, strategic marketing, and negotiation expertise to maximise value for every client. Whether you're selling, leasing, or investing, PRD Ballarat offers data-driven insights, proven performance, and a results-first approach—making us the trusted name in Ballarat real estate.

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Our rental properties

PRD Ballarat has 41 properties for rent and rented 585 properties in the last 12 months, showing 4, sorted by most recent activity

For Rent
$495.00/week
3 Duncan St
Ballarat Central VIC 3350
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House
For Rent
$400.00/week
156 Humffray St N
Ballarat East VIC 3350
3
1
1
House
For Rent
$500.00/week
7 Wilmott Street
Lucas VIC 3350
4
2
2
House
Rented
Waller Avenue
Newington VIC 3350
3
1
2
House
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