Our biggest year yet but the best lies ahead

December signals the return of not only Christmas and all that comes with it, but also the annual Long Lunch at Gerard’s Bistro on James Street. This event, in one form or another, has been running for 11 years and it’s always a must-attend on the calendar. I’m pleased to say we raised more than $130,000 at last Sunday’s event for The Life-Saving List and the Mitochondrial Disease Foundation. A huge thank you to everyone involved, it was a belter of a day in support of two causes close to our hearts.

This year has been our greatest yet, and the best part is that 2026 is only going to be bigger. I’m not going to disclose what my team and I have planned for the new year, other than to say that it’s been in the works for over a year now and I’m already incredibly proud of what our next chapter will deliver.

As I sign off for yet another year, thank you to our loyal clients, new faces and trusted friends. I’ve personally secured $326 million worth of settled sales across the past 12 months, including $77.5 million for November. These figures aren’t achieved without the support and hard work of my team, including Will Blewitt and Mariana Ferrari. Their dedication and commitment is unwavering.

Thank you also to my beautiful family, whom I’ll be hitting the beach with very soon ahead of what is going to be the most memorable of years to come. Enjoy your break over December/January, and I look forward to reconnecting in the new year and beyond.

Have a safe and merry Christmas.

Matt Lancashire