At Skene & Co., we do more than sell property — we create connections that shape the future of Byron Bay and the Northern Rivers. Founded by Matthew Skene, a respected real estate professional and long-time local, our boutique agency was built to combine the personal touch of a small firm with the results of a market leader.
Matthew’s career has always revolved around high performance. After years in Sydney leading sales for global companies and playing professional rugby in Australia and abroad, he and his family settled in the Byron hinterland. Here, he saw the opportunity to build a premium brand that reflects both the lifestyle and ambition of the region.
Since launching, Skene & Co. has been behind some of the area’s most significant transactions, including:
- The $7 million off-market sale of the Harvest Group site in Newrybar, along with the strategic leasing of the property to the Hut Restaurant Group and the Top Shop Deli.
- The $13.75 million sale of 50 Skinners Shoot Road, a 38-acre prestige holding in Byron Bay.
- The $11.9 million sale of 111 Johnson Street, a landmark Byron Bay commercial asset sold to Justin Hemmes and the Merivale Group.
- The $4.175 million sale of 117 Old Byron Bay Road, a lifestyle estate in Newrybar.
These results highlight the strength of our networks, the creativity of our approach, and our ability to negotiate complex deals that deliver premium outcomes.
What truly sets Skene & Co. apart is our commitment to people. We take the time to understand each client’s vision, then craft tailored strategies to achieve it. Whether it’s prestige homes, commercial property, or off-market opportunities, our mission is to match the right buyer with the right property — and make the process seamless.
Skene & Co. is not just the premium choice for selling in Byron — it’s a new way of thinking about real estate in the region.