Will Ainsworth - Gartland

Will Ainsworth - Gartland 📞 0438 299 001
📍Geelong, Victoria
• Father, Real Estate Agent & fitness fanatic

This is me.The result of the toughest 16 months of my life.I’ve learnt that some of life’s greatest growth comes through...
16/06/2026

This is me.

The result of the toughest 16 months of my life.

I’ve learnt that some of life’s greatest growth comes through its hardest seasons. It happened when Dad passed away, and it has happened again during this chapter.

Nobody grows in their comfort zone.

Would I have chosen this path? Absolutely not.

I wouldn’t wish it on anyone. But sometimes life puts you in situations you never expected and never prepared for. In those moments, you either stay stuck in the pain or you learn from it.

I’ve come to realise that none of us are ever the finished product. Life is about learning the lessons placed in front of us, even when they’re lessons we’d rather not face.

The truth is, I’ve changed more in the past 16 months than I had in the previous 20 years, and for that, I’m genuinely grateful.

For a long time, I defined myself as a husband and family man. When that chapter of my life ended, my sense of identity was shaken. I had to learn who I was outside of the roles I had held for so many years.

Today, I have found peace in the silence and solitude.

My relationships with family and friends are stronger than they’ve ever been.

I adore my partner and feel incredibly fortunate that our paths crossed when they did.

And as for my kids, it’s almost embarrassing to admit that I once took time with them for granted. Now, every moment I get with them feels like a gift. I soak up every second.

Life isn’t perfect. Neither am I.

But I’ve learnt that growth doesn’t come from avoiding hardship. It comes from facing it, learning from it and allowing it to shape you into a better version of yourself.

And for that, I am grateful.

❤️

Taking a pause for the long weekend 👑We’ll be back in the office Tuesday at 9am. Enjoy the break.
06/06/2026

Taking a pause for the long weekend đź‘‘

We’ll be back in the office Tuesday at 9am.
Enjoy the break.

Great results are important, but so is the experience people have throughout the process.Really grateful for the feedbac...
26/05/2026

Great results are important, but so is the experience people have throughout the process.

Really grateful for the feedback from Tim after securing 3 Glen Avenue, East Geelong.

Tim works within the property industry himself, so his comments around communication, accessibility and professionalism genuinely mean a lot.

There’s nothing better than helping great people achieve an incredible result and receiving feedback like this at the en...
19/05/2026

There’s nothing better than helping great people achieve an incredible result and receiving feedback like this at the end of the journey.

Kaylie and Colin, thank you again for trusting me with the sale of your beautiful home. From our very first conversation right through to sold, it was an absolute pleasure working alongside you both.

This is me, no hiding it!A few more grey hairs, a few more lines, a little slower than I used to be, some scars you can ...
05/05/2026

This is me, no hiding it!
A few more grey hairs, a few more lines, a little slower than I used to be, some scars you can see but plenty you can’t.
Life has a way of shaping you, in ways you don’t expect.

There’s no perfect, only improvement.
No mistakes, just lessons I’ve had to learn the hard way.

The older I get, the more I realise how much I don’t know, and strangely, that’s the part I’m starting to enjoy the most.

No comparisons. No excuses.
Just grateful and proud of the man I’m becoming.

Some homes mean more.27 Castleton Road, Herne Hill is one of those.Karyn, Leanne and their siblings grew up in this home...
05/05/2026

Some homes mean more.

27 Castleton Road, Herne Hill is one of those.

Karyn, Leanne and their siblings grew up in this home. Their parents built it back in the 1950’s, and it’s been held by the one family ever since. Decades of memories, milestones, and moments all tied to the one place.

Sales like this aren’t just about price or process. They’re about trust, care, and understanding what the home truly represents.

This campaign wasn’t just about finding a buyer. It was about respecting a lifetime of history while guiding Karyn and Leanne through what is never an easy decision.

I’m really grateful they trusted me to handle something so personal.

Thank you again, Karyn and Leanne 🤍

The sale of 1 Blessington Street, Newtown didn’t follow a perfectly smooth script. In fact, it tested us at times. But t...
01/05/2026

The sale of 1 Blessington Street, Newtown didn’t follow a perfectly smooth script. In fact, it tested us at times. But that’s where experience really matters.

When things aren’t straightforward, that’s when strategy, persistence, and clear communication make the difference.

We negotiated well into the evening with the eventual purchaser, and I’m proud to say we achieved a terrific result for a wonderful couple and a fantastic home.

James and Amber, thank you for trusting me with something so important. It genuinely means a lot.

And reviews like this are a great reminder that while results matter, how you get there matters just as much.

I’ve known James and Amber for over 10 years, yet never had the opportunity to work together (I did sell a property to t...
23/04/2026

I’ve known James and Amber for over 10 years, yet never had the opportunity to work together (I did sell a property to them many years ago)… until now.

The sale of 1 Blessington Street, Newtown wasn’t the smooth, straightforward campaign that some are. But in many ways, that’s when experience matters most.

After negotiating well into the evening with the eventual purchaser, we were able to secure a terrific result for a wonderful couple and a fantastic home.

and .studio, thank you for trusting me with your sale. It was an absolute privilege.

Dave and Catherine first met me while trying to buy a home I was selling at auction (unfortunately, they weren’t success...
21/04/2026

Dave and Catherine first met me while trying to buy a home I was selling at auction (unfortunately, they weren’t successful).

That moment turned into a conversation… which turned into an opportunity to represent them… and on Saturday, we sold their home under the hammer.

This is what I love about what we do.

It’s never just a transaction. It’s listening, understanding what people value most about their home, and making sure the market sees that too.

Selling can be an emotional and uncertain process. My role is to bring clarity, consistency and a bit of calm along the way… with the occasional attempt at humour.

(See, some people do think I’m actually funny.)

Really grateful to Dave and Catherine for trusting me with the sale of their home, and for these kind words.

18/04/2026

3 Short Street, Belmont. 3 bidders. Real competition.
Bidding opened at $970,000 and didn’t stop until (better watch to find out).

A brilliant result for my Vendors and a huge congratulations to the new owners.

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