Photo: (Left to right) Matthew Meynell, Ervin Niyaz and Travis Keenan
Ervin Niyaz joins as Director, Investment Services North West, bolstering Colliers’ presence in Melbourne’s booming growth corridor.
Colliers is excited to announce the appointment of Ervin Niyaz as Director, Investment Services, joining the Melbourne North West team based at Essendon Fields. Ervin will work alongside Travis Keenan in leading the team, bringing over 11 years of experience in the commercial property market, including eight years at Fitzroys.
The strategic hire marks another milestone in Colliers’ expansion into Melbourne’s dynamic growth corridors, reinforcing its commitment to servicing the increasing demand for premium investments and development assets across the region.
Matthew Meynell, Managing Director, Office Capital Markets & Investment Services, said, “The success of our Melbourne North West team since launching earlier this year has been exceptional. Bringing Ervin on board is a strategic move to further strengthen our capabilities in the region. His deep market knowledge and proven track record will complement the team and help us continue to deliver outstanding results for our clients.”
Since bringing Colliers Investment Services to the Essendon Fields office in January 2025, the team has been involved in a series of high-profile transactions, including the sale of 9–11 Post Office Place, Glenroy, and 16–22 Pearcedale Parade, Broadmeadows. These deals highlight the strong momentum in the area and Colliers’ ability to lead in a rapidly evolving market.
Travis Keenan, Manager & Auctioneer, Melbourne Metro Sales | Investment Services, added, “Ervin’s expertise and understanding of the local demographics will bring invaluable strength and insight to our team. His experience across retail and development assets will further enhance our ability to service private clients and institutional groups.”
Ervin’s focus will be on premium investments, strip retail, office, and development assets, aligning with Colliers’ broader strategy to capitalise on the economic potential of Melbourne’s north-west corridor. The Investment Services team at Essendon Fields is uniquely positioned to service the growing demand for retail, office, and middle-market assets, leveraging Colliers’ established industrial presence in the region.
Mr Niyaz, said, “This is an extremely exciting time to be joining the Colliers North West team. Our national capabilities under the Colliers platform will play a vital role in our team’s success, with a range of initiatives including the Premium Investment Portfolios and cross-collaboration across multiple service lines.”
Ervin’s appointment is underpinned by a strong portfolio of high performing transactions he has managed across Melbourne’s inner and middle-ring suburbs. These include the landmark sale of 42–46 Puckle Street, Moonee Ponds for $5.61 million, the high-profile office / retail asset at 146–154 Elgin Street, Carlton for $5.525 million, prime investments at 78-80 Lygon Street, Brunswick East, and 1120-1122 Mt Alexander Road, Essendon, which achieved $3.75 million and $3.4 million respectively. He also played a lead role in the sale of 284–294 Albert Street, Brunswick – a collection of retail tenancies and accommodation with a combined value exceeding $15.5 million, marking one of the area’s most significant transactions in recent years.
Further demonstrating the momentum of Colliers Investment Services team in the North West, two new listings are set to hit the market shortly, including a YMCA childcare centre in Diggers Rest and a prime corner retail investment at 702B Old Calder Highway, Keilor, currently trading as world-renowned franchise Pizza Hut, which is due to go to auction on Thursday 14 November at 1:00 pm.
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