Melanie Rouse

Melanie has led an impressive career throughout her 14 years working in the real estate industry. In 2020, she placed second at the Harcourts National Awards for Overall Excellence and has received the award for Outstanding Contribution to the Property Industry from the Property Council of New Zealand. Melanie has also sat on several panels including the 2021 Property Investment Forum alongside Tony Alexander, Nick Goodall and Nikki Connors.

Serving as the Managing Director of Harcourts Hamilton Rentals for the past 12 years, Melanie is an expert in body corporate management, property management, and financial advisory. In addition to this, Melanie is the Chairperson of Hamilton Life Education Trust, was the REINZ Regional Sector Group Representative for Property Management for 8 years, and supports both Waikato Women’s Refuge and Hospice Waikato.

Melanie holds several qualifications including a National Diploma in Real Estate (Agent) (Level 5) and a Bachelor of Science (BSc) majoring in Organic Analytical Chemistry. In addition, Melanie is a Licensed Real Estate Agent and Registered Financial Planner.

Outside of work, Melanie is a keen cook and enjoys spending time with her partner Scott and their two sons Oliver and Austin.

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