Nick Christensen

Peter is a strategic negotiator who is persistent and informative, which ensures his clients receive the most comprehensive advice and best possible results in the market.

Over the course of Peter’s 25 years’ in the property industry he has gained invaluable negotiation skills and track record in relation to commercial and retail property, along with mixed use and residential development sites (englobo and high density).  Given his valuation background and understanding of the value drivers associated with all asset classes, coupled with his working knowledge of feasibility studies and Discounted Cash Flows he has also undertaken consultancy assignments for key clients, who rely on his expert opinion and strategic advice.

Peter has been part of Colliers International since 2002, and is deeply connected and can fully leverage all facets of the broader business, being a respected member of the National Senior Leadership Team.

Over his career Peter has gained unrivalled rapport with Local and State Government, private owners,  Listed A-REITS, wholesale funds, development companies and large retail companies/owner occupiers.

Peter manages the largest dedicated commercial, industrial and real estate management team in the Hunter Region.

Michael joined Colliers Newcastle office in July 2013 as an executive in Commercial Sales and Leasing. Over the past eight years, Michael has grown his expertise in various product lines in the Newcastle Region including investment sales, office leasing, retail leasing and vacant possession asset sales and is now regarded as one of Newcastle’s most experienced agents.

As one of the most active agents in the Newcastle Region, Michael’s expertise has led him to work with a range of clients including local property owners, Property and Investment Funds, the likes of Coles and Woolworths, various banks including Newcastle Permanent Building Society and Greater Bank, national corporate clients and mixed use developers.

Michael’s dedication to his clients and strategic property skills have enabled him to complete over 400 transactions in his time at Colliers, reinforcing his position as one of the most qualified property experts.

Luke joined the Newcastle team at Colliers  as an Executive in 2014, having a pure focus on commercial sales and leasing across the Newcastle Region.

Over the course of Luke’s six+ years in the property industry, Luke has worked on a wide range of asset classes including retail leasing and sales, investment sales, development site sales, commercial leasing and vacant possession sales.

During this time, Luke has forged himself as one of the most dependable and experienced property experts in the Newcastle area with an attention to detail and a commitment to going above and beyond for his clients and colleagues. Having completed over 200 transactions in his time at Colliers International, Luke’s communication and negotiation skills have cemented
his place as one of the region’s best commercial agents.

Ben is a team oriented, customer-focused sales professional with over 15 years’ experience operating in both Australia and Internationally. Ben is a key team member of Colliers International Newcastle, specialising in commercial sales and leasing. With refined communication and motivational skills to produce comprehensive results, Ben is an excellent negotiator who builds and maintains productive rapport, through the application of strong interpersonal skills.

With a strong understanding of market driving factors and a highly tuned analytical skill set, Ben has the ability to drive mutually beneficial outcomes for all parties, whilst maintaining key relationships.

Ben joined Colliers in 2018 with a focus on research, working closely with the residential and commercial teams.  Ben delivered valuable information to assist with market and economic overviews, demographic information and research reports to deliver to key project stakeholders.

In 2021 Ben transitioned into the Investment Services Team in the role as an Executive. With a background in research and an understanding of the key property drivers as well as the analytical side of the industry, Ben is able to confidently articulate to parties where the inherent value lies within each opportunity as well as value-add potential.  Ben is personable with a true passion for commercial property. This passion drives his quest to exceed his clients expectations.