With more than 25 years in the real estate industry, Darren brings a wealth of experience, insight and a proven track record of delivering results for his clients.

Having owned and operated his own real estate business and played a key role in more than $800 million worth of property transactions, Darren has built his career around strong relationships, sound advice and a genuine commitment to achieving the best possible outcome for the people he works with.

Working alongside his wife, Wendy Austin, Darren brings extensive experience to the Bayleys Manawatū team. Together they offer clients a strong combination of property knowledge, experience and a practical, personal approach to real estate.

Darren holds a diploma in advanced negotiation and is a REINZ Scholarship recipient, bringing strong negotiation skills and a considered approach to every transaction. His background in business ownership also gives him a valuable commercial perspective and an understanding of what matters when making significant property decisions.

For Darren, real estate has always been about people and relationships. He values honest communication, straightforward advice and taking the time to understand what his clients are looking to achieve. Whether buying or selling, Darren’s focus is on making the process as clear and seamless as possible while delivering a result his clients can feel confident about.