Elizabeth wins real estate scholarship

An Ettalong Beach resident has become one of only three school leavers in NSW to receive a real estate scholarship with a local real estate agency.

After completing one week of practical work experience at Laing and Simmons Ettalong Beach, Elizabeth Morley was successful in gaining a scholarship to complete the Real Estate Certificate of Registration Course at the Real Estate Institute of New South Wales, with all costs covered by the franchise.

"Real estate is something I've been longing to pursue, and so I'm thrilled to have won the scholarship," Elizabeth said.

"I really enjoyed my week of work experience.

"I was able to spend some time at each of the three offices here on the Central Coast.

"It just confirmed my interest in working in real estate."

Elizabeth said she was surprised to find out that she was among the top three applicants across the state.

"Receiving this scholarship is one of my proudest achievements," Elizabeth said.

"I am looking forward to furthering my knowledge of the industry."

Principal of agencies at Ettalong, Umina and Bensville, Mr Ray Dearlove said the scholarship program, now in its 10th year, consistently unearthed talented and enthusiastic agents.

"The scholarship program promotes high standards of professionalism in real estate," Mr Dearlove said.

"It is a great way of providing support and guidance for school leavers who are looking to enter the real estate industry.

"We certainly enjoyed having Elizabeth with us for the week, and we are committed to encouraging interest in the industry."

Press release, 18 Dec 2007 Ray Dearlove, Laing and Simmons Ettalong Beach