- Mel Hayes
About Mel Hayes
With a strong family connection to the Whakatāne region and a deep appreciation for the lifestyle it offers, Mel Hayes is proud to live and work in the beautiful coastal community of Ōhope Beach. After several years away, Mel and her family have returned home – a place that holds generations of memories and a strong sense of belonging.
Now settled back in Ōhope, Mel brings her passion for real estate and genuine care for people to her role at The Northern Group. After meeting Liam & Sharnika and feeling closely aligned with the team’s values, the decision to come on board felt like a natural fit. TNG’s collaborative culture, where agents work together and genuinely support one another, resonates deeply with Mel's personal and professional ethos.
With the strength of a supportive team behind her, Mel offers clients more than just individual service — she brings the thoughtful attention, genuine care, and shared dedication of a team that values people over transactions and ensures every client feels truly seen, heard, and supported.
Before stepping into real estate, Mel spent 16 years in the dental industry. This background has equipped her with a strong attention to detail, a dedicated work ethic, and a warm, professional approach – qualities that translate seamlessly into the property world. She understands the importance of finding the right home and is committed to guiding her clients through every step of the process with clarity, confidence, and care.
As both a homeowner and business owner, she brings a well-rounded understanding of the local market and a strong connection to the community.
Whether you're buying, selling, or simply exploring your options, Mel offers a personalised, results-driven service. She’s here to help you achieve your real estate goals with honest advice, lasting relationships, and exceptional outcomes.
For friendly, knowledgeable service from someone who truly calls Ohope/Whakatane home - get in touch with Mel Hayes today.
Top skills
Negotiation
Marketing
Communication
Customer service
Knowledge
Patience
Experience
Advertising
Practice management
Top suburbs
Whakatāne
Kawerau
Edgecumbe
All Listings by Mel Hayes
- For sale
- Sold
- For lease
Testimonials
Mel recently acted for us on the sale of a property which had become quite tired and in need of extensive renovation. Mel was very positive about the property’s potential and gave us an accurate market appraisal. Once we had completed the renovation, Mel was enthusiastic and energetic in marketing the property and following up with potential buyers. She gave us frank feedback from the open homes and remained upbeat throughout. Within a short time, Mel found a buyer for the property at an excellent price in a difficult market. We would not have achieved such a good outcome without her tireless efforts. - J & J Smith - Tauranga-
Mel was amazing to work with. She really took the time to understand what we wanted and made sure everyone who came through the place knew all the little details that mattered to us. She’s super friendly and easy to talk to, but what we appreciated most is how genuine she is—no fake sales talk, just real and down-to-earth. She always showed up with a smile, never pushed us in a direction we weren’t comfortable with, and really listened to what we were aiming for. I’d recommend Mel in a heartbeat—actually, I already have! - V Laval - Ohauiti-
"Mel Hayes Was Our Star!!"
Mel Hayes was our star when entrusting her to sell our property in The Lakes, Tauranga.
Julie & I attended an Open Home one Sunday and met Mel who welcomed us in with warmth, a big smile and very informative property information. We had just started looking for a suitable property for our next step, and we never hesitated in entrusting Mel to list our property. Mel was very thorough with all her work, from listing, photos, vendor reporting, keeping us well informed to get our dream result. We highly recommend anyone looking for a trusting Salesperson to call Mel. She is delightful to deal with and a pleasure to have on your team and her before and after sales work is fantastic. Mel was a star and Julie and I wouldn't hesitate to use her talents again. - John & Julie - Pyes Pa-
Mel has been an active member on our journey of selling our parents house. In helping to get quotes and sourcing information to present a complete story about the house. She was able to answer any questions from prospective buyers. Clarity and supporting information was her key to making the sale. Very thoughtful, considerate and refreshingly honest. - Headon Hills Trust - Minden-
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