About us
Imagination Developed.
Committed to delivering unique, innovative, and sustainable projects in the Canberra region and beyond.
People + Projects.
Bronte Group is a collaboration of over 100 years experience in the real estate, building and property industries. We are a family-owned property company committed to the people of the Canberra region and beyond - from the people who work for us, to the people who live in the projects we deliver.
We are committed to bringing the Canberra region masterfully crafted projects that push the boundaries of design and innovation, including projects in Watson, Denman Prospect, Taylor and Ginninderry. Live-ability is at the heart of everything we do, and we strive to be at forefront of quality and sustainability in all that we achieve while working with Canberra’s industry leaders.
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Jack Mason is a property professional with over 15 years’ multifaceted experience across project marketing, sales, valuation, and property development.
Jack started his career in real estate in commercial property management at Raine & Horne where he learnt the fundamentals of property, including relationships between tenants and landlords, managing leases, legal standings, and the property itself.
Jack’s career then moved into valuations, where he undertook a Bachelor of Commerce at the University of Canberra and completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Property at the University of South Australia — all while working hands-on at CBRE.
Primarily focusing on residential and commercial development valuations, Jack then moved into a senior role at Independent Property Group as Developments Manager in Project Marketing.
The skills learnt in this role along with his previous experience led to his appointment as Development Director with Nikias Diamond, and the subsequent formation of Bronte Group in 2019. In his current role as Managing Director, he has successfully managed the delivery of over $750 million in property value.
Jack’s understanding of commercial valuation, project feasibility and finance combined with his experience in off-the-plan sales management provides a wealth of knowledge in the field of property development.
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Dimitri Nikias has four decades of experience in the property and development sectors with deep and wide expertise in project financing, property marketing, design development, building approvals, valuation and feasibility.
The son of a builder, Dimitri started his career in property after completing school when he was awarded a cadetship with LJ Hooker in 1981. He studied a Diploma of Valuation at the Canberra Institute of Technology and further education followed by receiving his Bachelor of Valuation in Business from the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT).
While working for LJ Hooker and later RL Davis and Co, Dimitri leased, sold and/or developed 600,000 square metres of commercial space valued at around $1.2 billion. In 1997, Dimitri joined the Nikias group of companies, and in 2004 together with George Diamond formed Nikias Diamond. Since then, with Dimitri as Development Manager, the firm has developed and built - for Nikias Diamond and clients - commercial space valued at more than $500 million as well as 300 residential dwellings with a total value of around $80 million, including obtaining finance for those projects, for both Nikias Diamond and our clients.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Valuation in Business, Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT)
Member of the Master Builders of Australia
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Marcus Allesch was appointed as Bronte Group’s Real Estate Professional in 2023 and brings over 30 years’ experience in sales, promotion and marketing to our team.
Marcus Allesch is a born and bred Canberran, and has an excellent knowledge of the local real estate market. Through this experience he has gained a diverse knowledge and skill set with a clear understanding of how important professional and genuine client service is.
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Raelle Gann-Owens joined Bronte Group in 2021 and is a seasoned professional with a diverse skill set, and profound passion for creativity and communication.
Holding dual Bachelor's degrees in Graphic Design and Marketing and Communication and over a decade of experience spanning various industries, Raelle brings a wealth of refined knowledge to the table.
Specialising in marketing and communications, as well as digital and interior design, Raelle has honed her skills to provide innovative solutions and captivating strategies. Her three-year tenure at Bronte Group has allowed her to develop a strong foundation in marketing and communications in the property industry — in both residential and commercial development projects.
Raelle's journey has encompassed diverse roles, from property development on both client and agency sides, offering her a comprehensive understanding of the field. Her unique ability to guide projects from initial concept to successful completion sets her on the projects we deliver.
With a commitment to delivering creative excellence and effective marketing and communications strategies, Raelle is able to take our projects to new heights.
