Raine & Horne - Ballina / Alstonville

178 River Street, Ballina, 2478, NSW
  •   5   (53 reviews)

Our sales performance at a glance

See how Raine & Horne - Ballina / Alstonville has performed in the last 12 months on RateMyAgent*

38
Reviews
32
Properties for sale
124
Sold properties
$983k
Average sale price
$121.9m
Total sales value

*Includes all properties sold (last 12 months) as lead and supporting agent and published on ratemyagent.com.au. It may not be complete and can exclude off-market, private sales and undisclosed pricing and sold dates. Contact agent for full sales history.

Our customer service awards

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  • Suburb WinnerAlstonville
  • Suburb WinnerEvans Head

Meet the team

Get to know the 6 agents at Raine & Horne - Ballina / Alstonville.

Aiden Wilcox
Aiden Wilcox

Licensed Real Estate Agent / Director / Licensee

  4.8   (71 reviews)
About Aiden
A passionate and enthusiastic professional who is accustomed to success, Aiden brings a wealth of experience, a love of people, and an unmatched work ethic to his Real Estate career. With a highly successful track record and low average days on market, Aiden believes that honesty, transparency, empathy and total professionalism are essential to achieving the best possible sale price for his clients. Hardworking and organised, Aiden's background in hospitality as an International Chef has proven to be a real asset for those he assists in Real Estate today. Living and working in many countries has credited Aiden with an understanding of a diverse range of cultures, and he believes that this experience has made all the difference when negotiating a sale for his clients in today's competitive marketplace. A self-confessed workaholic with an ability to think outside the square, Aiden prides himself on recognizing his client's needs and being instrumental in ensuring they are met. He specializes in private treaty and auction sales and is committed to not only achieving the highest price for his vendors but ensuring that the entire process is stress-free and enjoyable from start to finish. Aiden's aspiration to establish Raine & Horne Ballina/Alstonville was an important milestone in his career and reflects his ambition to create a unique customer service-oriented agency. Surrounding himself with like-minded real estate professionals who share the vision of transcending traditional real estate agencies, Aiden aims to create an unparalleled experience for clients. Through this endeavour, he seeks to redefine industry standards and leave a lasting impact on the real estate landscape.
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Les Lewis-Hughes
Les Lewis-Hughes

Licensed Real Estate Agent

  5   (47 reviews)
About Les
Awards and Recognition: 2025 & 2026 – Rate My Agent – Agent of the Year – Alstonville 2025 & 2026 – Rate My Agent – Agent of the Year – Evans Head 2024 – REA - #1 Lowest Days on Market – Northern Rivers Les's wealth of experience, local expertise, determination and work ethic set him apart in the real estate industry, making him one of the top-performing and most trusted agents in the Northern Rivers. Whether it's designing a unique marketing campaign or skilfully negotiating the best possible prices, Les's commitment to excellence shines through in every aspect of his work. Les brings a diverse range of skills and experience to the real estate industry. His extensive background in real estate, combined with his involvement in establishing a local conveyancing company, working with Master Builders NSW, and 13 years of service as an on-call firefighter, combine to make him an asset to his clients. Having called the Northern Rivers region home for over 30 years, Les has an in-depth knowledge of the area, especially Alstonville and Evans Head. This local expertise enables him to promote the communities he loves as a key part of the homes he sells.
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Curtis Golding
Curtis Golding

Licensed Real Estate Agent / Director

  4.7   (35 reviews)
About Curtis
Curtis Golding's journey in real estate is deeply rooted in his family's legacy, with a well-established history in the local community and the real estate industry. With over 15 years of active involvement in the local real estate market, Curtis has demonstrated his proficiency in various aspects of real estate transactions. From an early stage, Curtis recognized his passion for property and the personal relationships imperative in the buying and selling process. Beginning at a young age, he gained invaluable experience and insights into the day-to-day operations of real estate. One of his foundational principles is prioritizing client service and understanding the importance of the process involved with selling or buying real estate. Curtis's success can be attributed to his unwavering commitment to credibility and a straightforward, proactive attitude. These qualities have not only earned him awards but also garnered trust among clients and peers alike. His expertise extends across a diverse range of properties, from homes to rural estates and specialized development sites, rural farms, reflecting his comprehensive understanding of the local market. Curtis's long-term goal to open Raine & Horne Ballina / Alstonville was an important career step to create a unique customer service agency where like-minded real estate professionals who have the goal of creating an agency that surpasses the traditional real estate experience.
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Samantha Birkwood
Samantha Birkwood

Sales & Marketing Consultant / Sales Agent / Sales Consultant

  5   (9 reviews)
About Samantha
With over 20 years of experience in marketing, communications, and project management in Australia and overseas, Samantha brings a considered and down-to-earth approach to real estate. Having bought, sold, and renovated her own properties over the past 25 years, she understands the journey from every angle - and what it takes to prepare a home for sale. As a long-term resident of the Northern Rivers and an on-call Firefighter at FRNSW Alstonville Fire Station, Samantha has a strong connection to the local community, along with a deep understanding of the area’s property market and buyer preferences. Supported by the professional team at Raine & Horne Ballina | Alstonville, Samantha delivers tailored marketing strategies, respectful negotiation, and clear communication to ensure every sale is smooth, transparent, and stress-free. She is completely open, honest, and focused on achieving the best possible outcome for her clients - dedicating her time to detailed marketing, regular reporting, and personal follow-ups with potential buyers to leave no stone unturned. Professionalism, integrity, and genuine care underpin everything she does – so you can be confident your property is in the best hands.
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Lorraine Johnston
Lorraine Johnston

Licensed Real Estate Agent / Sales Agent / Sales Consultant

  4.8   (4 reviews)
About Lorraine
With a reputation for integrity, commitment, and a genuine passion for helping people, Lorraine Johnston is a trusted real estate professional serving the Northern Rivers Region. As a Sales Agent with Raine & Horne Ballina/Alstonville, Lorraine is known for her exceptional service, expert local knowledge, and unwavering dedication to delivering outstanding results for her clients. Lorraine combines her deep understanding of the local market with a personalised approach to real estate, ensuring that every client feels supported and well-informed throughout their buying or selling journey. Whether you're looking to buy your first home, sell a property, or find your dream regional getaway, Lorraine’s approachable and down-to-earth style makes the process stress-free and enjoyable. With a background in customer service and a natural ability to build strong, lasting relationships, Lorraine’s clients appreciate her attention to detail, clear communication, and ability to negotiate the best possible outcomes. She’s committed to delivering the highest standards of service and helping people make informed decisions that align with their needs and goals. When Lorraine isn’t working, she enjoys spending time with her family and exploring the beautiful Northern Rivers region she calls home. Her genuine love for the area and its community is evident in every interaction, making her the perfect partner for all your real estate needs.
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Aaron Ashley
Aaron Ashley

Licensed Real Estate Agent

  4.5   (3 reviews)
About Aaron
Aaron is an accomplished real estate professional who brings a wealth of experience and a genuine love for people to his career. He is deeply committed to providing the best possible outcomes for his clients, and he takes great pride in delivering exceptional customer service characterized by honesty, integrity, and effective communication. With a sincere desire to help his clients achieve their property goals, Aaron approaches each transaction with dedication and professionalism. He ensures that his clients stay well informed and supported throughout every stage of the real estate sales process, offering tailored advice and guidance tailored to their unique needs and objectives. Outside of his professional endeavours, He is dedicated to playing in local sports teams and submersing himself in the local community. Aaron's commitment to excellence, coupled with his genuine care for his clients and his dedication to his family, sets him apart as a trusted and valued resource in the real estate industry.
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About us

Welcome to this vibrant region of the Northern Rivers, where stunning landscapes, iconic local beaches, meets the modern conveniences that this stunning area has to offer. Our expert team at Raine and Horne Ballina / Alstonville, led by Aiden Wilcox & Curtis Golding, our dynamic team is here to make your real estate dreams a reality! With a combined wealth of local knowledge and years of experience, our award-winning team will provide unmatched customer service tailored to your unique needs. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, a seasoned investor seeking expert management or looking to sell your property for the best possible outcome, we've got you covered. Our forward-thinking approach to real estate allows us to stay ahead of the market trends, ensuring you access to the hottest properties and unbeatable opportunities. From charming coastal homes to large rural estates, we have an impressive portfolio of listings to match your lifestyle needs. Our dynamic marketing strategies guarantee that your property gets the attention it deserves. We leverage the latest digital tools, social media, and traditional marketing channels to reach a wide audience of potential buyers, ensuring a seamless and successful transaction. We’re experienced real estate agents, with expert and tailored sales and rental advice across Ballina, Alstonville, East Ballina, Skennars Head, Lennox Head, Cumbalum, West Ballina, Wollongbar, Teven, Alstonvale, Tintenbar, Wardell, Uralba, Knockrow, and surrounding areas. Experience the difference that Raine & Horne Ballina / Alstonville can provide in achieving your real estate dreams today.

Our reviews

  5  
58 reviewsacross 17 different locations, showing 6.
Buyer review
Good communicator and personable
15 days ago
Good communicator and personable

We had a good experience with Aiden as buyers. As a buyer on a Private Treaty sale there is always a question around transparency of other buyers and offers especially in Dutch Auction situations. As buyers in this situation, and also being sellers by Private Treaty, we were very aware of the tactics and strategies agents use to get a sale. In this particular instance, we felt Aiden was honest and transparent about who we were competing against, so were ultimately happy with the purchase process itself. The exchange and settlement process was great - Aiden went out of his way to get us into the home to do some measuring and general double checking of things, as well as have some trades do some early quoting. We've had agents (as sellers) who despite being told it was impossible to over-communicate with us, still needed a lot of follow ups for information - like getting blood from a stone. Aiden's communication was also *excellent* - proactive, timely and clear. We would deal with Aiden again and consider him on the sale side of a transaction.

Aiden Wilcox

Aiden Wilcox

  4.8   (71 reviews)
Buyer review
Friendly, helpful and understanding
about 1 month ago
Friendly, helpful and understanding

Samantha recently helped my wife and I purchase our new home in Cumbalum. Sam was kind, transparent and understanding of the niche nature this purchase for us was. We felt comfortable communicating with Sam throughout the buying process and she never made us feel like we were being nuisance's.

Samantha Birkwood

Samantha Birkwood

  5   (9 reviews)
Seller review
WHAT A GREAT JOB
3 months ago
WHAT A GREAT JOB

Les, an amazing on the ball agent. No.1 in his field with intimate local knowledge. Les was our pick of agent from the get go. His reputation proceeded him. Les was always available, always punctual, always listening and professional in every way. We cannot speak highly enough of Les. Thank you for all you have done.

Les Lewis-Hughes

Les Lewis-Hughes

  5   (47 reviews)
Buyer review
Outstanding!
3 months ago
Outstanding!

From the initial phone call about the property, to meeting, and subsequent purchasing; communication was well above what I was expecting. Communication between myself the buyers solicitors etc. She just made things happen and kept it moving. More often then not it was her initiative to communicate to me exactly what was required and how to go about it but also took a huge section of the work off me entirely. I still tell my friends that I have no idea what im doing because the process was made so easy by Sam and that I didnt actually learn a great deal about buying a property because she made it so easy. Smooth!!!

Samantha Birkwood

Samantha Birkwood

  5   (9 reviews)
Seller review
Professional and Personable
4 months ago
Professional and Personable

We appreciated Sam’s involvement and assistance in the sale of our property. She was at all times interested, enthusiastic and professional in her approach, keeping us well informed of potential buyers and the market in general. She communicated well with us, having a warm, friendly nature. Thank you, Sam! Lesley and Keith Dorrell East Coraki

Samantha Birkwood

Samantha Birkwood

  5   (9 reviews)
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Our properties

Raine & Horne - Ballina / Alstonville has 32 properties for sale and sold 124 properties in the last 12 months, showing 4, sorted by most recent activity

SoldMay 12, 2026
$1,200,000
24 Kemp Street
Cumbalum NSW 2478
4
2
2
House
For Sale
$1,250,000 to $1,350,000
14 Tectona Place
Wollongbar NSW 2477
4
2
2
House
SoldMay 11, 2026
$1,360,000
54 Casuarina Drive
Swan Bay NSW 2471
5
2
9
House
For Sale
$1,600,000 - $1,695,000
82 Currajong Street
Evans Head NSW 2473
4
2
2
House
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