Matt Shaw
Partner, Commercial Agency
NewcastleAU
Over the past 12 months, Matt has played a leading role in more than $30 million worth of property transactions, including over $20 million in development site sales. His recent activity spans a diverse range of assets such as traditional residential land subdivision sites, industrial subdivision opportunities, aged-care development parcels and sites suitable for affordable housing projects. This breadth of transaction experience positions Matt as a trusted advisor to landowners, developers and capital partners seeking commercially grounded, market-tested guidance.
Matt’s strong transactional capability is underpinned by more than two decades of professional valuation experience. Matt became a Partner at Knight Frank Newcastle in 2017, and previously led the Valuation & Advisory business, overseeing a team responsible for major institutional, corporate and private valuation appointments. His valuation background provides a deep analytical foundation enabling him to assess project feasibility, manage risk and deliver evidence-based recommendations that support confident decision-making.
Matt’s combined expertise in valuation and development-led transactions allows him to identify value, understand drivers of market demand and unlock opportunities across a wide range of asset classes. He is known for providing accurate advice, timely insights and strategic guidance that consistently delivers strong outcomes for clients.