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LIFE AFTER THE WIGGLES

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Virginia Trioli is the presenter of ABC News Breakfast on ABC1 and ABC News 24, 6-9am weekdays.

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i ’m not feeling the love, people. When Sally Field stumbled onto the Oscars stage all those years ago to receive her second Academy Award, and

blurted out gratitude that forever set the benchmark for cringe-making neediness … well, she clearly wasn’t thinking about the life of the journalist.

“You like me – you really like me!” Ah, if only my fellow brothers and sisters of the press could afford such a moment of indulgence. You really dislike us, don’t you? This should have been clear, of course, from the gallingly repetitive survey results that find journalists listing somewhere to the lee of used-car salesman, and aft of real-estate agents.

Now I daily read, flickering before my eyes in a social-media blur of aggression and anonymity, the direct messages of disdain, distrust, disbelief and outright hostility that define the general public’s relationship with the Fourth Estate. Maybe it has never been very good, but I have never known it quite this bad.

The assumption of bias is absolute; the insistence on conspiracy over screw-up is immoveable. The tweets and the emails and the texts fly at me each day like seagulls at Tippi Hedren and, like her, I make pathetic, flailing attempts to fend them off, to defend myself and my organisation.

But the covenant of trust that must exist between the public and the press if a democracy is to remain healthy

seems completely ruptured. You really don’t trust us, do you? And I’m not exactly sure how that trust was so violently shattered, nor can I see how that trust is going to be restored.

It’s not just us, of course: others have helped shift us as a community to this stand-off of contempt. The institution that is Parliament has moved beyond absurd into deeply distressing, with question time a travesty – made this way by both the questioners and the responders; spin doctors control and contort messages on all fronts, public, private and corporate; accountability diminishes, and with it the justifiable outrage of a population that needs to stay concerned in order to demand transparency and truth. Even just a little bit of it.

It’s not just the daily barrage of disbelieving and accusatory messages I receive that has brought on this melancholy reflection: another kind of daily barrage has taken me over the edge, for I cannot imagine a single newspaper reader anywhere who would not come away with a diminished respect for journalists after reading the serial outrages of London’s News of the World and its systematic, many years-long tradition of phone hacking, privacy invasion and what now appears to be possible perversion of the course of justice.

After pleading guilty to a concerted campaign of hacking into the many mobile phones and phone

numbers of actress Sienna Miller (numbers desperately changed to avoid what seemed to the celebrity to be a kind of phone-tapping) many other cases have emerged.We now know that this was simply the modus operandi of the News Corp tabloid when it wanted information it couldn’t get honestly: hire a private investigator to figure out voicemail numbers and dial in.

Now it has been revealed that journalists at the paper hacked into the phone of missing and then murdered teenager Milly Dowler, listening to the increasingly frantic messages of distraught relatives, and then deleting messages when the mailbox became too full, creating the false impression the young girl was still alive.

Police are now investigating every high-profile case involving murder or abduction of a child since 2001, suspecting News of the World interference. An editor and an investigator have been jailed over the scandal.

It won’t help public distrust to learn that payoffs were made from the News of the World to some police officers.

I hang my head for my profession, for those who try to do it well and for those so betrayed by it. You won’t like us much now, will you? \

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For years Greg Page, the yellow Wiggle, su� ered bouts of dizziness that meant he couldn’t stand or speak without di� culty, a condition that ba� ed doctors. He tells PETER WILMOTH

about the trouble he had accepting that ill health meant he was no longer in the band.

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iT crippled him physically and emotionally and, even today, almost five years after it forced him to quit the Wiggles, you can hear the pain in Greg Page’s voice.It was the greatest of paradoxes – here he was singing about yummy fruit salad and hot potatoes and driving

around in a Big Red Car as young children watched in awe, the most innocent of fun, and all the while he was suffering a condition that he couldn’t put a name to but was crippling him.

Page underwent test after test, with no resolution about what was wrong with him. He feared it might be cancer.

“At various stages I was trying to assess what was wrong with me. There was one point where I had an X-ray done of my lungs, which showed a black spot on it. It turned out to be (just) a black spot. When they came back I thought, ‘I wonder what this is’. At the same time, stupidly enough, or funnily enough, I thought well, at least I’ve got a reason for the way that I’m feeling. If there’s something wrong with my lungs, that explains why I get short of breath and why I’m so tired. There was another three months of tests after that before I got a diagnosis.”

That diagnosis, in 2007, was that Page suffered from orthostatic intolerance, a disorder of the autonomic nervous system, which caused severe dizziness and exhaustion. Often on stage he felt as though he was about to collapse. In his autobiography Now and Then he writes of not being able to do a Wiggles show, and sometimes having a doctor give him an injection halfway through a performance.

As the Wiggles juggernaut powered on, Page dealt with the body that was betraying him. For 12 years he didn’t know what was wrong, and it was the not knowing that was hardest.

“I was being crippled physically and crippled emotionally,” Page says. “That not knowing, and knowing there was something wrong with you, and knowing there are three other guys who are trying to keep going with something you’re intrinsically a part of – that was weighing so heavily on my mind that, yes, I was emotionally unwell.”

He writes movingly about a Wiggles business meeting in 2006 before Page had quit the band. “We were talking about business deals and how they should be approached with the knowledge that I was unwell. Suddenly I burst into tears. I couldn’t understand what Mike (the band’s business manager) was saying. I could hear his words but my brain could not comprehend them. I couldn’t function at any basic level that required brain power. I felt useless and embarrassed.”

Physically he was in worse shape. “I would sometimes walk into walls when trying to go through a doorway because I’d overbalance,” he writes. “Or I’d go to pick some thing up and I’d miss it entirely; or I’d hit the side of my mouth with a fork full of food. I needed a walking stick on most occasions to assist me in getting around and if I walked across a room I was so exhausted I’d have to sit down to recover.”

He underwent numerous tests, including for multiple system atrophy, a terminal condition that would lead to death, in most cases within five to seven years (he was cleared of that). To add to the stress, Page was in the midst of breaking up with his wife. “It happened all at once,” he says.

He was the youngest member of the Wiggles and felt unnerved that he couldn’t cope with the pressure of touring .

“At the time I didn’t know I was suffering from a condition or a disorder. All I knew was I’d feel a certain way. I’d had the symptoms of this disorder for 12 years before I got diagnosed. In that time you see doctors, you tell them how you feel, you tell them you get short of breath, you tell them you get shaky, you tell them you get vague at times, you tell them your heart thumps in your chest and they send you off to tests to do with heart problems or lung problems or brain scans and each time the tests come back telling you you’re perfectly healthy, nothing wrong with those organs. But you still feel the way you feel.

“And when the other guys can do the routine – and Jeff is 20 years older – and the regime and the schedule with no problems, you start to think ‘What on earth is wrong with me? Am I just a wimp or something? Am I just not built like these guys?’. To get (diagnosed and find out) that reason you’ve felt this way for so long is a real relief and a weight off your mind.”

Back in Australia recovering, Page quit the band by email, am impersonal way of ending a 16-year journey

with Anthony Field, Jeff Fatt and Murray Cook.“They certainly understood. They could see, as time went

on, that I was getting worse and worse. There seemed to be no reason for it. I can’t imagine what they would have been thinking. They knew I had some personal problems I had to deal with, relationship-wise, so they were understanding of that, but in terms of my physical health it was perplexing everybody. ‘Why is Pagey feeling the way he’s feeling?’”

Page’s marriage break-up impacted on his health. “The decision to end the marriage was two years before I got unwell. So I was living on my own and trying to deal with that and, as anybody knows who has a marriage break-up, it is extremely taxing emotionally. There is no doubt in my mind that that made the symptoms of orthostatic intolerance so much worse.”

The lack of diagnosis also left Page suffering depression. How did he get through it all? “The way I got through it was by getting myself physically a bit better and feeling physically well, and then I felt that I could have the energy to deal with the emotional problems. At that time things were kind of amicable between me and my ex-wife, which was great. But being amicable doesn’t save a marriage and, as time goes on, things take their own course.”

He learnt a lot in the years after the Wiggles.“You find happiness again and you find ways of being able

to make yourself happy, because other people can’t make you happy, and that’s one thing I’ve learnt. I had a lot of self-esteem issues as a teenager and was looking for something that made me feel good about myself. And without the Wiggles, that’s where I felt the biggest blow to my self-esteem and my self-worth, that that was now gone. I’m the one who has to

make me happy. No other thing or no other person is going to make me happy in life, I just have to do that myself.”

Page would like to take a larger role as an advocate for orthostatic intolerance and help doctors understand it as well. He is involved with the Baker Institute in Melbourne where work is being done on the condition.

“They are doing some really amazing work in terms of world research,” he says. “I’ve been asked by them to help to advocate the doctors about better understanding of the condition so (doctors) can more easily diagnose at GP level.”

Page has remarried (to Vanessa) and has a 21-month-old daughter, Lara. Their second child is due soon.

“Life changes. There are certain aspects of my personal life that I’m a lot happier in. Career-wise I’m still a little bit lost in terms of how I’m going to get that sense of contribution to the community again. I’ve got some exciting opportunities that have been presented to me in the past four weeks. My (next gig) will probably never be as life-changing as the Wiggles was.”

Page has a fascination with Elvis Presley and after the Wiggles visited Presley’s home Graceland in Memphis. He now collects objects such as clothing, jewellery, books and furniture that were owned by Presley. He has set up a museum in Parkes in New South Wales where they hold an annual Elvis festival and has plans for another museum on the Gold Coast.

“(Visiting Graceland) changed my life in terms of feeling a connection and having an identification with his story,” he says. “Being able to walk though his house where he lived and get a sense of who he was as a person off stage. The thing I could identify with was a feeling of success in terms of a career … but in certain parts of life not having that same sense of happiness or success. I had this incredible feeling of success in what I did on stage, and then when I walked off stage I kind of felt some areas of my life were a little bit empty.”

The Wiggles have had an extraordinary career, selling massive numbers of CDs and DVDs and touring the world.

For many celebrities around the world, a ticket to a Wiggles show has been a hot item. Fans included Jerry Seinfeld, Mick

Fleetwood, Neil Sedaka, John Fogerty and Paul Hester from Crowded House.

“It was a real thrill to meet him, I was a big Crowded House fan,” Page says. “It did open the door to a lot of experiences I would not have had otherwise and experiences I’m very grateful for. To be asked to play in celebrity cricket matches where I get to bowl to Glenn McGrath or Mark Taylor, to face Shane Warne or Mike Whitney.”

What was Robert De Niro like? “Very quiet. He came backstage and said what we did was great,” Page says. “In movies he’s so menacing and so intense, to have him come backstage at a Wiggles show and say ‘What you guys do is really good’ so quietly and so timidly is just very surreal. And to perform with people like John Fogerty on DVD and CD is just something you never could dream, could happen.”

A confession: I am a Wiggles veteran. Many, many hours were spent sitting with my children as Page and his mates drove around in that Big Red Car.By the time my kids were about four I introduced

them to the Beatles and Crowded House and Paul Kelly, and was thankfully free of Dorothy the Dinosaur and Captain Feathersword. I told Page I didn’t want him to take this departure personally.

“It seems to be happening at younger ages these days, where the kids are moving onto the the Beatles, music influenced by their parents, or Justin Bieber or Lady Gaga,” he says. “That’s fine, that is going to happen. I still take comfort in the fact that that first few years of a child’s life they may be getting exposed to the Wiggles, and that may be shaping their musical tastes.”

The Wiggles have all done extremely well financially. For several years they hovered around the top of the BRW top-10 list of Australia’s richest entertainers. In 2010 their reported earnings were $33.5 million from live performances, merchandising and television endorsements.

“It has been amazing, and yes, I am set for life, and I’m very grateful for that,” Page says.

Recent media reports suggested Page had lost a lot of money as a result of collapsed property investments.

“Recently there’s been some speculation in the media about my financial position,” Page says. “Some of the numbers are over-inflated … There was talk of some loss in some investments that I made, which is true. I did make some losses, but they were saying I’d lost tens of millions of dollars and that when I left the group I got paid out $50 million, nonsensical figures, and it makes me upset because it puts the focus on what the Wiggles did on the money side of things.

“I guess people are fascinated by that. BRW did its top 50 earners and said ‘The Wiggles made $45 million’ and people look at that and say ‘There’s only four of them, they must have made $11 million each and they’re all massive multimillionaires’. We have done financially very well out of it, but if you look at the figures that way you are looking at them incorrectly. We put a lot of money into what we did to keep the integrity and the standards of what we did very high.”

Does he keep in touch with the other guys? “Haven’t seen them for a while. Spoke to Murray a couple of months ago. They’re flat out flying all around the world.”

Finally, with the diagnosis, Page has found some peace in his new life. He says he is no longer in denial about not being a Wiggle any more. When he sees the yellow skivvy (now occupied by Sam Moran) what are his feelings?

“Mixed feelings. I don’t have any negative feelings. My daughter Lara watches both versions of the Wiggles, the old ones with me and the new ones with Sam. and she gets as much enjoyment out of both versions. When I watch Sam I think isn’t it great that they’ve been able to go and replace me with (him). I must admit I look at it and think ‘I wonder what it would be like seeing that song with me in it, I wonder how different it would be’. That’s as far as it gets.” \

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DECANTER\ BEN THOMAS ON THE RIVERINA

Cast youR mind back to the joys of cracking the cardboard on a cask of wine

in your early undergraduate days. For a long time that was my impression of the Riverina wine region.

That was close to 20 years ago in my case, and wine in a box now makes up only a small percentage of the 400,000 tonnes the Riverina crushes each year, equating to one in every four litres (or bottles) of wine produced in Australia.

The quality of the wines is much, much better than I remember, but I was a beer drinker back then.

Advancements in winemaking technology, better viticulture and efforts to produce wines suited to the hot inland climate are only part of the puzzle that makes up the Riverina.

The Riverina was founded in 1912, when the Murrumbidgee irrigation scheme was launched to provide produce growers a guaranteed yearly water entitlement in the dry, arid area. John McWilliam planted planted 40,000 vines at his Hanwood farm the following year, and the rest is history.

Without this guarantee of water, which still stands today, there wouldn’t be a Riverina.

There’s another reason why the Riverina has taken great strides in the past 20 years – most of the wineries are family owned, which frees them from the shackles of answering to shareholders.

One of the key regulations when the irrigation was introduced 99 years ago was that the land could only be privately owned – large corporations were forbidden. These regulations have since been relaxed but there’s still no sign of the corporates in the Riverina.

McWilliams was soon joined by the Penfolds and De Bortoli families as Italian migrants flooded Griffith and the surrounding areas in waves after the first and second world wars. Many of the original wineries still exist, and now the second and third generations are at the helm.

The Riverina has built a worldwide reputation for producing consistent wines on a huge scale, as evident with the enormous facilities at Casella Wines, which produces a staggering 120 million litres a year.

Wineries have taken a horses-for-courses approach to the wines they make and don’t try to extend

themselves with styles that don’t suit the region. The Riverina’s hot and dry climate is well

suited to late-ripening reds, such as durif and petit verdot, and white grapes that have

an ability to ripen with high amounts of natural acidity that help them stay balanced, such as pinot grigio and chardonnay, do well.

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Old England Hotel, 459 Lower Heidelberg Road, Heidelberg

Phone \ 9459 1166 Head chef \ David BraimPrices \ Entrees $13.90-$24.90; salads $17.90-$23.90; mains $19.90-$34; desserts $9.90Open \ Lunch and dinner daily

YeaRs ago, a friend grumbled at having to join his extended family

for lunch at the Old England Hotel in Heidelberg. Surely he was too cool for this.

But a decade later, travelled and sophisticated but yearning for some good pub grub, he happily joined us for dinner at the hotel. Only this time, instead of eating in the bistro along with about 200 others, dinner was served in the dining room.

The dining room looks through to the bistro through heavy gold curtains. It has timber tables, configured for large or small groups, including a big, round table in the centre of the room beneath an elaborate brass light fitting with pale gold shades. On the floor, the distinctive Royal Stewart tartan with its red background – Queen Elizabeth II’s official tartan – keeps the image of Old England front of mind.

The food is the same as the bistro food but with a $3 per-person surcharge for the table service. That seemed like a much better idea than queuing at the servery, so we settled down in very comfortable chairs by the fireplace and ordered glasses of wine and a bitters, lime and soda.

The menu is divided into breads, entrees and sharing dishes, salad meals, stir-fries, pasta and risotto, fish and seafood, char grills, other mains, daily specials and desserts.

We started with chicken satay sticks served on a Thai noodle salad with spicy peanut satay sauce and pork, chicken and shiitake mushroom spring rolls served with crisp lettuce, Vietnamese mint and chilli dipping sauce. Pleasant enough, but not exciting.

The mains arrived on large white plates. The piece of Atlantic salmon served on a white oblong plate came with a creamy lemon-feta mash, broccolini and a tomato salsa. Described as a “baked fillet” on the menu, the well-travelled fellow who ate it said that the skin could have been a little crisper, but the fish was fresh and tasty.

The 400-gram rib eye had a cute swirl of herbed butter on top. Next to it, the mound of sautéed spinach and six big, fat chips were arranged like a work of art on the plate. The meal looked good, and the meat was tender, succulent and pleasingly pink near the bone.

As a sucker for the traditional chicken parma, I was not disappointed when Old England’s Premium parma came to the table. It was a very fat and juicy chicken breast with prosciutto on top, the same tomato salsa, Yarra Valley Persian feta, olives and finished with pesto and served with chips.

The prosciutto added a salty hit to the dish, but became rather dry and frayed at the edges. The creamy Persian feta and pesto that oozed around the meat once you put the fork into the chicken flesh was satisfyingly exotic. It tasted pretty good, too.

A small side salad came with the parma. There it sat in its little bowl, the usual arrangement of lettuce leaves, baby tomatoes and sliced onion with a slice of cantaloupe and watermelon on top. Not sure what its origin was, but the more traditional salad we ordered for

the table with its cucumber, tomatoes, black olives, and grated lemon zest was much more appealing.

The Old England Hotel was founded in 1848. It has a long history that mirrors the changes of Heidelberg.

In the past century it attracted everyone from the artists of the Heidelberg School when they were young, struggling painters working in and around the area to middle-class families having a Sunday outing with grandparents and toddlers in tow. The pub has been restored using original bluestone and walls made from local bricks.

A wall depicting the hotel’s history shows grainy black-and-white pictures of Burgundy Street in the 1880s through to a 1916 Myer staff picnic held at the Old England as well as riders preparing to ride to hounds.

Just as the fashions have changed – all those Myer girls were in big-brimmed Edwardian hats and long dresses – so has the food. The boiled fish and asparagus in butter that featured on a 1903 menu has gone, and we didn’t see anyone in hats.

What we did observe were large numbers of diners – from big family groups with small children to couples and business people – tucking into the hearty pub food that remains a favourite in the ’burbs. \

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The Old England Hotel is a local landmark ideal for locals, families and people coming from different suburbs but looking for a central meeting point.

It offers several dining areas. The bistro has won best metropolitan hotel bistro four times, most recently in 2008. The dining room is a more intimate space, seating about 50 and is ideal for special occasions, quiet dinners and private functions. The dining room is rather elegant with its open fireplace, well-spaced

tables and upholstered chairs. Paintings reflect the importance of the 19th-century Impressionist painters of the Heidelberg School, but the Old England theme is never far away. Just look at the Royal Stewart tartan carpet that is a recurring theme in the décor. The dining room offers hearty, value-for-money meals, served on plain white plates by friendly staff. Damask napkins get top marks. The wine list also includes limited wine by the glass. \

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right direction”. Judging by the number of your emails about how to pick the right foundation for mature skin, I’d say most of you are ready for a change in the right direction.

I know some habits die hard, but what was good in your � ush of youth will not be suitable now.

Complexion products are primarily to even out your skin tone, not to rewrite history.

As we age, a lot of factors come into focus. Matte textures accentuate lines rather than

help hide them. While the key noticeable factor in ageing may be lines, another that is o� en ignored is the dullness of skin.

Look at celebrities such as Helen Mirren, Meryl Streep and Judi Dench. � eir skin always looks fresh and glowing.

� e look you want to achieve is a satin � nish – a happy medium between shiny and matte. � at’s achieved by adding a bit of liquid face highlighter to your foundation and abandoning powder. Powder may be a good servant but it’s a bad taskmaster. It is best used as a thin veil to set make-up.

To start to rede� ne your regimen, a good � rst step is to overhaul your

make-up kit. Get rid of anything that’s more than 12 months old and start afresh.

Advances in science, technology and formulation have created a mind-numbing

number of options that weren’t available just a short time ago.Yellow-based products are best. Pink-tinged

foundations do not give the allure of youth. In fact, they will age you. If you are bamboozled by the very

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I n just a few years, Brisbane shoe label Tom Gunn has clocked up seven seasonal collections and recently collaborated with emerging designer Gary Bigeni for Rosemount Australian Fashion Week,

held in Sydney in May.Designed by friends Gabrielle � ompson and

Shannon Gunn, who both learnt the art of shoemaking in Europe (they studied at Ars Arpel School in Milan), the brand is fast becoming known for its elegant cra� smanship, emphasis on silhouette and the use of high-quality leather in luscious shades.

“We both loved independent and original Australian clothing designers but noticed that footwear designers were few and far between,” explains � ompson of their decision to launch the label in 2008.

“We also saw a gap in the market for originally designed shoes by an Australian designer. � e footwear market in Australia has always been dominated by large companies and imported international labels.”

Hence the arrival of Tom Gunn – a shoe brand run by two women with a passion for shoes, a so� spot for leather and a knack for elegant designs. It was also a perfect opportunity to create shoes that they wanted to wear.

� eir forthcoming spring 2011 collection, titled � e Darling, evokes images of the dry and hazy Australian outback. In fact, they also had those early explorers in mind when it came to de� ning the colour palette and edge of their collection.

For the Gary Bigeni spring 2011 show, the pair created a 13-centimetre, minimalist-inspired strappy heel in so� Italian Nappa leather that was featured in grey, burnt orange, amber brown, light brown, light blue and intense blue.

“Tom Gunn is all about juxtaposition – paring

unusual leathers, textures and colours in a way that somehow works – we wanted to work with someone who pushes the boundaries in a similar fashion and Gary was our number-one preference,” says � ompson.

In their collection, it’s all about shades of so� sand, burnt orange and amber brown for a hint of Australian landscape, but their true strength lies in their design from unusual mules, platforms, chiseled wedges, brogue-inspired � ats and heels with a point of di� erence. � e Maxim shoe is one the designers say you can wear all year round.

“A sexy yet unusual mule that will look equally great with jeans or with a short dress,” says Gunn.

“We wanted to create a shoe that was dressy without being too girly. We love heavier, more covered upper designs, and this, paired with a stiletto heel, completes the look for us. Our leathers come from the same tanneries as Miu Miu, Jimmy Choo and Louis Vuitton,” she says.

Until a few seasons ago, Tom Gunn manufactured its shoes in Italy, but due to rising costs and the status

of the world economy, a shi� to China was in order. � at doesn’t mean there’s a downgrading in quality or production expectations – the leather is still sourced from Italy but assembled in Asia.

“Up until our � � h season we made our shoes in Italy,” says Gunn. “Due to the world economy as well as the

long distance that Australia is from Italy, we made the move last year to manufacture in China. We

work with a small handmade workshop and use Italian leathers. � is has enabled us the freedom to be more creative and dynamic with our collections while bringing the prices to the level that the Australian consumer is

comfortable with.”Tom Gunn, which has also collaborated with

fashion house Saba, is known for its love of exotic leather – think python and lizard. “We can't get over our addiction to exotic leathers. � e texture and the rich colours that come from these has inspired us to make them part of our label hallmark. Using these leathers adds another dimension to the design without taking away from the styling,” says Gunn.

Named best footwear designer in the 2010 2threads Fashion Awards, as well as selected as � nalists in the prestigious 2009 Qantas Spirit of Youth Awards, Tom Gunn is fast becoming a label to look out for.

“Like Bigeni, Tom Gunn shoes look e� ortlessly simple upon � rst glance but upon closer inspection, are thoughtfully designed with extremely intricate elements,” says � ompson.

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M elbourne is a truly marvellous place.Depending on your ranking body of choice, we’re between the second and 18th most liveable city on earth, meaning that there are

plenty of good reasons to never leave town.But when Tourism Victoria estimates that more than

1.7 million international visitors will pile through this year, you have to wonder: What are they doing that we’re missing out on?

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Melbourne AquariumThe best part of Melbourne – particularly for children – is probably Antarctica. Penguins paddle, waddle and amaze in the living exhibit of our chilly neighbour, which will delight children and save you immense amounts of time and money on a southern journey. You’ll need several hours to get through the aquarium’s four “zones” of fishy wonders. Afterwards, you can head over the river to Nobu to experience the species in a different way.» www.melbourneaquarium.com.au

Captain Cook’s cottageIf you’d believe it, one of Melbourne’s most famous landmarks is a Yorkshire house that belonged to the parents of Captain James Cook. Tucked inside Fitzroy Gardens, the small cottage is alive with the sounds of the Cook family (despite conjecture about whether the explorer ever lived there himself). It’s interesting to learn about Cook’s life and journeys, but wandering through the gardens is more enjoyable.» www.cookscottage.com.au

Federation SquareTourists appear to use Fed Square for the free Wi-Fi access, sunning themselves as they read emails from Essen to Essex. It’s a bit of a waste, given that the NGV’s

stunning Australian art gallery – The Ian Potter Centre – and the Australian Centre for the Moving Image – are the same price (nothing) and a lot more fun. Email your friend an ACMI clip that puts you in The Matrix. It’s more enjoyable than discussing how brown the water in that nearby river seems.» www.fedsquare.com

Queen Victoria MarketEven if you shop there weekly, the market can still throw up surprises. More than half the vast area is not used to sell fresh produce, but general merchandise and some pretty bad “Melbourne” memorabilia for your pool room. Head to Peel Street for a Spanish doughnut, or alternatively, just dawdle along the aisles, taking photos and frustrating the locals trying to quickly shop and get home. There you go, you’re feeling like a tourist already. \ » www.qvm.com.au

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W hile Kate Mornement’s friends played with dolls, she helped nurse orphaned sheep. As they hit the netball court, she mustered cattle on her cousin’s station. And while they

celebrated finishing university, she was chasing rhinos in Borneo.

Now, as most of those mates work in offices, Mornement spends her days talking to cats, dogs and cockatoos. And she couldn’t be happier.

“I always knew I wanted to work with animals,” she says, sipping an after-lunch latte in a pale-pink dog-print T-shirt – what else? A sensible grey cardigan and dangly silver earrings complete the casual look of someone completely at ease in their own skin.

Mornement has just seen a client of her Pets Behaving Badly animal behaviour business; with her simple, straight blonde hair and genuinely happy smile you can easily picture her soothing an anxious pooch or grumpy cat … or even their over-stressed owners.

Animals have always been a passion for this country girl at heart. Not even a primary-school teacher accidentally stepping on a chick she was raising with classmates could put her off. The chick died but her passion continued to grow.

As a young child, Mornement lived behind the Booroorban pub in New South Wales, between Hay and Deniliquin. These were the days before official animal shelters, so her mother, Margaret, became the local go-to person for orphaned wildlife.

Mornement found herself nursing joeys and sheep while looking after the family cat, Milly. She also rode Cat Ballou, a horse agisted on pub land. “There were lots of farms around the pub,” she recalls. “Any orphaned animals we would look after. We’d help raise joeys … orphaned sheep.”

Milly had kittens, and one of Mornement’s earliest memories is helping to feed them. “We also had a kelpie cross dog called Fiva – because she cost $5,” she adds. Such experiences helped lay the foundations for a

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lifelong love of all creatures great and small, particularly cats, dogs and parrots.

Moving to Melbourne at about five did nothing to curb her enthusiasm. Mornement and brothers Sam, now 31, and Tom, 28, continued to visit their cousin’s sheep and cattle station, yabbying and helping with mustering and shearing.

During these visits Mornement’s admiration for birds also grew. “My uncle and … my cousin Anna found an orphaned wedge-tailed eagle chick,” she says. “She pretty much raised this wedge-tailed eagle by herself. She named it Eddie the Eagle. That was just amazing. He was so tame. He was really used to all of us kids. He was beautiful.”

In Melbourne the family eventually settled in Balwyn and rescued Molly the cat and Pepe the bitzer from the RSPCA. Next came Harley, a hyperactive blue heeler who taught Mornement a valuable lesson in choosing the right pet. A working dog, he wasn’t suited to the suburbs. Sadly, Harley was hit by a car and died before his first birthday.

A few months later came Lucy, a gorgeous tan and white cavalier King Charles spaniel. She lived for 15 years, delighting her family and visiting nursing homes with Margaret, an aged-care worker. Her father Peter runs a wine and coffee shop in East Balwyn, Bin 3 Fine Wine Merchants.

While she loved her pets, Mornement did find some time for people. At school she and her friends at Genazzano FCJ College obsessed over footballers and cricketers.

“We used to catch the train to Essendon to watch the Essendon footy players train,” she says. “We also used to watch the Australian cricketers train and play at the MCG every summer. We had all their autographs and photos with the players.”

But mostly Mornement dreamt of all things zoological. Apart from a brief Jurassic Park-inspired flirtation with archaeology and paleontology, her commitment to a career with live animals has never wavered.

Now 33, she is fast developing a reputation as one of Melbourne’s few qualified animal behaviourists. She helps people train their pets and understand why they misbehave or fret. Within a few minutes of meeting her you’ll learn all manner of fascinating facts.

Take birds. Did you know the African grey parrot has the cognitive ability of a young child and can answer questions? Cockatiels and eclectus parrots are also good talkers. The eclectus, native to the Cape York Peninsula, is “incredibly intelligent” and has “very good vocals”.

So how do you teach a parrot to talk? “It’s just a matter of talking to them every day,” Mornement says. “You just repeat it over and over and eventually they pick it up.”

Before you rush out to buy one, parrots are high maintenance and a big commitment. “They need companionship all the time,” Mornement warns.

“They need training every day; you need to teach them appropriate behaviour.”

While animals are her forte, Mornement is not averse to human commitment. Last year she married David Perry, whose only pet as a child was a rabbit. “I get along very well with both species,” she says, laughing. “In my job it’s very important that I understand the needs and expectations of pet owners as well as their pets’ needs and behaviour.”

Perry and Mornement met while working at Safeway to fund their respective university courses – his computer science and hers arts/science. “I was a checkout chick and he was a service supervisor,” she says. “The first time I met him I didn’t like him. He didn’t smile enough. He used to tell me off if I wasn’t wearing my bow tie.”

Sparks still flew, and last year they married after 10 years together. Mornement, whose name was de

Mornement before French ancestors dropped the “de” when they came to Australia, will keep it professionally because she has built a reputation – and doesn’t want to be confused with singer Katy Perry.

Her husband is a medical field engineer. He maintains and services medical equipment, including an amazing robot that helps surgeons achieve pinpoint precision during operations. “This robot’s got arms … it’s really cool,” Mornement says. “It reduces recovery time.”

Despite Perry’s lack of animal exposure, he is happy for his wife to dote on their boxer, Archie, and black Labrador, Joseph. But he draws the line at the chooks, parrots and cats she would probably also have if she could. “He liked animals but … he wasn’t an animal person at all,” she says.

When she is working, research and backing her methods with science are important to Mornement. She completed her bachelor of arts/science degree with first-class honours in zoology/animal behaviour at La Trobe University.

Her honours thesis looked at the mating habits of zebra finches and whether females chose healthier, fitter males to mate with. “It wasn’t significant but there was a trend that they did,” she says.

The research was supervised by leading zebra finch authority Dr Richard Zann, who died tragically in the Kinglake Black Saturday fires on February 7, 2009, with his wife Eileen and daughter Eva.

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and Perry travelled to Thailand, after which he returned and she helped researchers from SOS Rhino in tracking the endangered Sumatran rhinoceros in Borneo’s Tabin Wildlife Reserve.

Volunteers trekked through virgin bush, surveying the rhino’s habitat and finding footprints. Camps were built from trees and Mornement slept in hammocks after eating deer-like dik-diks hunted by locals. “It tasted bloody good because up until then I’d just been living on canned tuna and rice,” she says.

Next came a stint in a pet shop, where customers often returned for advice about how to handle their animals. In 2004, Pets Behaving Badly was born to help pet owners cope using scientifically backed methods. Mornement is also conducting her own PhD research on how shelters assess dogs for adoption.

Animal behaviour theories are a lot like parenting. Certain methods find favour and possibly later rejection when a newer, scientifically tested idea comes along. Mornement says the latest research shows that positive reinforcement, and not aggressive physical discipline such as smacking or yanking chains, works best.

“All you need to train a dog is their favourite treat,” she says. “When you’re teaching a dog a new behaviour and you want them to do it every time … every time the dog sits, treat, so it learns that sitting means, ‘I get a treat which I really love’.”

US animal expert Karen Pryor uses simple clickers that sound like the party favours we remember as kids. “Where you’re training a new behaviour the click sound marks the exact behaviour that you want and is always followed with a treat,” Mornement says. “They learn very quickly. It’s fantastic. All you do is click and treat.”

Some pets are easier to train than others. Common dog and cat problems include separation anxiety and aggression. Some stem from puppies and kittens missing crucial love and encouragement from six to 16 weeks when early socialisation sets the pattern for life. Those treated badly during this period or denied socialisation with lots of people and other animals are more likely to be anxious, not know how to play or find it hard to trust people. Serious cases of conditions like obsessive-compulsive disorder, in which dogs or cats may constantly chase light reflections and shadows, can require medication.

“They give dogs Prozac,” Mornement says, adding that it would only be part of an overall treatment and behaviour-modification plan.

“In cases where there’s … severe separation anxiety or OCD, we work with the client’s vet and may prescribe medication,” she says. “The medications alone don’t fix

the problem; they just stop the symptoms.”Mornement visits clients for up to 90 minutes,

compiling a health and behaviour history, observing the animal and maybe demonstrating behaviour modification techniques. She then writes a report and behaviour-modification program. All this, plus follow-up email and phone support, costs $250-$300.

It is money well spent if it stops your beloved pooch fretting all day or your cat pooing in your shoes to mark its territory. Mornement also helps with pet selection and training regular pets. “I’ve never met a dog I couldn’t train,” she says.

The affable animal lover presents segments for Channel 31’s popular Hound TV show, which airs in Melbourne on Mondays at 7 pm, and writes for Pets magazine and Dogs NSW. She also loves documentaries and going to the movies; her childhood favourites were films such as Turner & Hooch, Free Willy and Babe.

“I also read a lot of books about animals,” she adds. “My favourite books I read as a child were Born Free and The Silver Brumby.”

Mornement, who hopes to add human babies to her menagerie at some stage, laughs at suggestions she could be the next Dr Harry or Bondi Vet. But she clearly likes the idea. “I’d love it,” she says. “The media stuff is really good because it gives you an outlet to get to a lot of people and to help them to improve their relationship with their pet.” \

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W hen James Haramis was 10, he spent a lot of time at the Bundoora Police Paddocks. Born with cerebral palsy, which a� ected his feet, he was bullied at Kingsbury Primary School.

A� er school he sought solace in the grass alongside the frogs, lizards and snakes.

He may have had “funny feet”, but his classmates admired his ability to draw and make things. In awe, they looked at his replica wax dinosaur and the cardboard robots made at home, wondering just how he created them.

“I realised that there was a solution to surviving bullying, and that was by excelling at art,” Haramis says. “� e only time I was acknowledged as someone of substance was when I helped them with projects.”

At 14, Haramis did a pencil drawing of his Greek grandmother. Such was its so� ness and intricacy that its lines echoed the Old Masters.

Two years later, Reservoir High School named him its best art student and he won a place in the Victorian Gi� ed Children’s Program.

Montsalvat artist Aileen Weinberg became his mentor and assisted him with the study of still life. She then enrolled him in the Victorian Artists Society, their youngest-ever member.

“Joining (the VAS) allowed me to do life drawing,” he says.

“While other teens were playing with their scooters, I was studying the naked body.”

Oddly, rather than suggesting he pursue tertiary studies in art, Weinberg advised him to learn industrial design. Haramis’ parents trusted her judgement and so he undertook the RMIT tertiary orientation program in preparation for entrance.

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unsuccessfully trying to pass year one. From the beginning, he knew it wasn’t for him.

“I surpassed the standard of the illustrator from Ford (Motor Company) who came to teach us,” he says. “But they (lecturers) started questioning my work; how I could design and create prototypes in 3D. It was intimated I cheated, and so I le� .”

Haramis turned to commercial painting, doing houses and even helping to coat the MCG. Along the way he also began work for a company that sold outdoor garden ornaments.

His boss learnt of his artistic and sculptural talents and asked him to make a Grecian urn. He carved the mould in plaster and it was then mass-produced. Soon a� er, a commission arrived from Flemington Racecourse. � ey wanted a reproduction of the course’s old Minnehaha fountain, which no longer existed. He was shown a black-and-white photo taken in 1899 and asked to create a 4.4-metre tall version.

With no formal training in sculpture, Haramis did the historical research for period detail, dra� ed its shape, carved it out of plaster and made the mould. It took the 19-year-old nine weeks to complete.

Further work followed such as fountains, restoration at the Collins Street ANZ bank and creating the pod-like � breglass reception counter at Mattel’s then-South Yarra o� ce.

He also cast bodies, both alive and dead, a process he continues to do.

“My mum died last year and as a gi� to my father, I cast my mum’s head and hands,” he says. “� e head is on a marble base and looks like it came from a museum. Dad has almost worn o� the clear � nish, as he kisses it every morning and night.”

While Haramis enjoyed the variety and challenge of industrial commissions, 3½ years ago, he once more took up painting, something he hadn’t done since he was a child.

Each day at 4.30pm when he returned from house painting, he would descend into the studio adjoining his Greensborough home and translate onto linen the landscape images in his head.

“I am an emotional painter,” he says. “If I’m angry, I’ll paint angry. For me, painting is a

release, my punching bag. People do sport to release but I can’t because of my feet. What else do I have? Myself, nature and painting. � ey are my wonderful friends.”

Haramis doesn’t uses photographic references to paint, nor does he reads art books.

His technique, which touches on the moodiness of Turner and the realism of Wyeth, is self-taught. He has deliberately shunned studying artistic greats, as he doesn’t wish to be in� uenced, preferring to hone his own style.

Haramis’ discovery is down to his wife, Desiree. Last year she sent images of his landscapes over her phone to Margot Tasca, owner of the Light Factory Gallery in Eltham.

A� er visiting their home, Tasca o� ered Haramis a 40-canvas show. At the invitation-only Contemplation preview on June 1, a third of his work sold. � e exhibition � nished on June 26.

Haramis hopes this will be the bridge to life as a full-time artisan. “I never thought of the money,” he says of the frenzied sales.

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BIKE TORQUE\ LOZ BLAIN RIDES A MAGNIFICENT ALL-ROUNDER

PRACTICALITY and versatility are almost dirty words to today’s

motorcycle buyer – but it wasn’t always so. � irty years ago, great sportsbikes were expected to handle bush-bashing and touring duties as well as carve up the racetrack. You owned one motorcycle and it had to do everything.

In 2011, motorcycle shopping is all about specialisation. Sportsbikes are built with such intense racetrack focus that they make road riding more di� cult and uncomfortable. Tourers are built like gigantic tarmac couches, great for long freeway miles but wildly impractical around town, where they take up two-thirds as much space as a car on the road.

And the buying public seems to love it this way – there’s no room for all-rounders. You’re a sportsbiker, a cruiser rider, a motard maniac or one of 100 other subclasses. It becomes part of your riding identity.

Ducati’s Multistrada 1200 S Touring is one of the greatest all-rounders I’ve ever ridden – and I mean that in the nicest possible way, even though I fear Ducati’s marketing team will hate me for saying it. � is, a� er all, is a machine that’s deliberately marketed as four highly specialised bikes in one: an urban getabout; a long-range tourer; a full-on sports machine; and a quasi-enduro o� -roader.

� e transformation between the Multistrada’s di� erent characters is achieved using one of the most sophisticated electronics packages ever mounted to a road bike. Switching between riding modes changes the engine’s peak power output, the character of the ride-by-wire throttle’s response, the level of anti-wheelspin traction control, the anti-lock braking system set-up and the suspension settings.

� e fact that these kinds of systems didn’t exist, or were in embryonic form at the MotoGP level, just 10 years ago is a measure of the blinding pace of motorcycle development, and a glimpse of the future. And the best thing you can say about this brace of new technologies on the Multistrada is that it all simply works without complicating the ride.

� e MTS1200’s basic speci� cation is extremely tasty: it weighs just 189 kilograms but puts out a meaty 110 kiloWatts and 118.6 Newton-metres of torque, produced by a 1198cc L-twin Testastretta engine with Ducati’s trademark Desmodromic (gear-operated) valve system.

� e engine is a gently toned-down version of the 1198 Superbike powerplant – and if you’ve thrown a leg over a Ducati sportsbike in recent years you’ll understand what a

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potent force it can be. It simply hammers, whatever riding mode you select. Torque is instant and ample anywhere in the rev range, it rears up like a rutting stallion in the � rst three gears and things get absolutely manic as the revs build, especially in the full-fat sports and touring modes.

In fact, it’s this excess of power that really makes things such as ABS and traction control start looking like necessary additions. Governments across the Western world are trying to make ABS mandatory on motorcycles – and while many disagree with this policy push, it’s hard to argue against the e� ectiveness of a modern ABS such as the Bosch/Brembo combination � tted to the Multistrada.

� e ABS just works. It works in the dry, it works in the wet, it works on gravel and in the dirt, and it works at high speeds as well as slower ones – which is just as well, because when you accelerate out of a corner and brie� y enjoy the raging power of that engine, you tend to � nd yourself approaching your next corner a lot quicker than usual.

� e ABS won’t save you in a corner, though, so the � ne art of brake control is still worth learning.

� e Ducati traction control system is hard to fault as well. Within each riding mode, you can con� gure up to eight levels of traction intervention, from “I am a grandma, don’t let the rear wheel spin up at all” right up to “I am the powerslide king, bow to my excellence”. Being in the

former camp myself, especially on violently expensive bikes I don’t own, I gave it a few tests on various surfaces with a high degree of intervention and found it to work exactly as advertised – the intervention was hardly noticeable and the end result was uninterrupted forward drive.

Marketing and sales people may try to tell you that ABS and traction control are safety systems, there to preserve your skin and your investment when you run out of talent. I suspect it doesn’t work that way in the motorcycle world.

To me, an ABS system means that you start enjoying super-hard braking as much as you enjoy hitting the gas, testing the system at red lights and giggling to yourself.

As for traction control, well, you can now hit full throttle pretty much as soon as you see a corner exit. � e electronics gently keep the rear wheel in line and the end result is that you thunder out of corners signi� cantly faster than you may be used to. � e line between additional safety and “now I can go heaps faster” starts looking pretty thin.

Glints of gold at the front and rear of the Multistrada tell you it’s wearing Ohlins suspension, and if you’ve ever used it before, that’s all you’ll need to know. It’s the best in the business. Comfortable, yet � rm; controlled, yet compliant.

Each riding mode has its own pre-set suspension set-up that takes into account whether you’ve got pillion passengers and/or luggage aboard but, like every other setting, it’s fully customisable if you want to roll up your sleeves and delve into the set-up menu on the digital dash – which also rates a mention as one of the best I’ve ever used.

But although it’s good fun to tinker with the riding modes and the multitude of set-up options, the longer I spent with the Multistrada, the more I just le� it in touring mode and enjoyed it. Because behind all the electrickery and marketing, this isn’t four bikes in one.

It’s one very good bike that happens to excel in a lot of areas. It’s comfy enough for long-range touring; it’s zippy and light enough to be great fun around town. It handles reasonably well o� road, on dirt and even trails and it’s probably faster than most sportsbikes, on most roads, for most riders. It’s a proper all-rounder in every sense.

Now that’s what I call a motorcycle. \[email protected]

» Check Loz’s video at http://youtu.be/zyZ64Ef-yaY� anks to Ducati City and Fraser Motorcycles.

“DUCATI’S MULTISTRADA 1200 S TOURING IS ONE OF THE GREATEST ALL-ROUNDERS I’VE EVER RIDDEN.”

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$29,990

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Comes with Marzocchi/Sachs suspension instead of Ohlins, and optional ABS.

$22,990

*These are manufacturer’s list prices and exclude dealer delivery and on-road costs.


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AGENTS INDEX\BARRY PLANT BUNDOORA 35

BARRY PLANT 81-83DIAMOND CREEK

BARRY PLANT ELTHAM, 67-80IVANHOE & ROSANNA

BUCKINGHAM & CO 90-94

DARREN JONES 84-89

DAVID McFARLANE 95

EMERSON OLIVER 83

FLETCHERS 60-66

HOCKING STUART 26-34

JELLIS CRAIG 36-41

MILES 42-54

MORRISON KLEEMAN 55-59

WOODARDS 41

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DARREN JONES, 9432 2544

168 Grand Boulevard, Montmorency

Price: $600,000 +

Auction: August 6 at 2pm

Fast facts: Elevated house, about 700 square metres, north-facing, fully renovated, two bathrooms, study, timber and granite kitchen, stainless steel appliances, polished timber � oors, extensive use of colour, built-in wardrobes, lounge or teenagers’ retreat, large paved entertainment area, private landscaped garden, gate to park at rear, garage with workshop, underhouse storage, close to shops and schools.

MONTMORENCY \ 18 kilometres from the CBD

How this suburb has moved: Up by 19.5 per cent in the quarter to March 2011 * REIV stats

“THIS IS ONE OF THE BEST-PRESENTED HOMES YOU ARE LIKELY TO SEE AND AS SOON AS YOU WALK INSIDE IT HAS INSTANT APPEAL.”

– DANIEL LEIBOWITZ, AGENT

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W HERE T O L I V E \ COV ER S T ORY

E very suburb has its famous streets and prized locations. In Eaglemont, Summit Drive and Outlook Drive come to mind;

Ivanhoe East has � e Boulevard with its multimillion dollar houses and

broad vistas across the river � ats and bushland.In Montmorency, Grand Boulevard is de� nitely one

of the suburb’s most prominent streets. Known for its elevation and views across the neighbouring hills, it sweeps along tree-lined paths and evokes a feeling of being in a “country landscape”.

� is house, built in 1959, is one of the oldest in Grand Boulevard – and one of the best positioned. Not only is it on the high side of the street but it also has the added bonus of being one of only several houses that open directly onto a park at the rear.

In Eaglemont, if a property opens onto one of these “commons”, it creates huge interest.

In Monty, theses parks, while not exactly taken for granted, are “just there”.

� e house, on about 700 square metres of land, is elevated with views through the treetops. Because of the fall of the land, accommodation is on a single level with garage, workshop and storage all under the house.

� e concrete driveway, with its central strip of grass, is a real giveaway of the era in which it was built.

A north-eastern orientation gives it plenty of sun throughout the day, while the service areas of bathroom and laundry are on the western side of the house.

� e house has four bedrooms, a study, two bathrooms, an open-plan kitchen, living and dining room, lounge or teenagers’ retreat and a large outdoor entertainment area.

� e vendors have renovated and updated the property over their 17 years here.

� e result is a very stylish house with real designer � air. From the outside the façade with brick lower level and cream-painted timber upper level, punctuated by four windows, gives the house an air of country charm.

And, in an act of boldness not o� en seen, they have brought colour to the palette to create very warm interiors. A study on the ground � oor just o� the entrance has a red feature wall.

� e colour continues upstairs in the living zones. A taupe-painted feature wall in the open-plan dining and living room combines with cream walls, while north-facing � oor-to-ceiling windows let in natural light. � e kitchen combines the warmth of timber with granite benchtops, stylish grey cabinets, a tiled splashback and stainless steel appliances. A timber bench with corrugated-iron front continues the rustic theme and original hardwood � oors are warm and mellow a� er more than 50 years of use.

O� the living/dining hub, a hall leads past a bathroom that has � oor-to-ceiling white-tiled walls and timber cabinets.

Opposite the bathroom, the main bedroom, with its textured, gold-painted feature wall, also has a wall of built-in wardrobes. Glass doors open from the bedroom to the timber deck, which extends down the eastern side of the house.

� e hall continues to a lounge or teenagers’ retreat. A

deep-rose feature wall contrasts with two walls that are painted ochre. Doors open from the lounge to a covered porch and large, paved outdoor entertainment area.

Back inside, three more bedrooms o� the retreat include an aqua-and-white bedroom and another with an olive feature wall. Bedrooms three and four each have a connecting door to a shared bathroom between the bedrooms.

� e level back garden is a mixture of clever paving with outdoor entertainment area, plus a higher level of lawn set behind a low retaining wall.

� e play area could continue for miles once you open the back gate to the grand expanse of grass and trees behind the property. \

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BOLD & BEAUTIFUL MARIA HARRIS discovers a gem that has been renovated and updated over 17 years … the result is a very stylish house with real designer � air.

POSTCODE

3094



So when the owners of this property chose to move closer to town in the late 1990s, they secured this 1533-square metre block nestled in a quiet tree-cloaked gully off Eltham’s Wattletree Road. It sits at the

end of a cul-de-sac. Established trees conceal the façade of the house and the backyard has established trees and manicured lawns. But the owners weren’t just after space outside. They selected a Henley Properties design spanning 354 square metres over two levels. This 13-year-old house includes three large living areas: a dining and lounge out front; a large rumpus out back; and a family hub off the kitchen, which includes stunning timber cabinets, a walk-in pantry and stainless steel appliances. There is a study downstairs by the entrance, but all four bedrooms, including the oversized main bedroom and en suite, are up top. They share a retreat that has garden views. There is a double garage. \ LIAM CARTER

In 1969, the year this house was built, the look was shag-pile carpets and patterned wallpapers in orange, yellow and brown. But apart from the sturdy orange brick shell of this house, nothing gives this property’s age

away. This is thanks to a complete internal and external make-over by the current owner, who is a retired interior designer. The look here is decidedly more classic, with � ourishes of French Provincial – take the shutters on the front windows, or the front lounge with its � replace and dado walls. The family area is lined in multipane windows that look out to a lagoon-style pool. The granite-clad kitchen has multipane glass cabinets to match. The house, which sits on a 696-square metre block, has been divided into two separate dwellings. Ideal for a live-in relative or long-term guest, there is a self-contained � at with kitchen, living space, bedroom and bathroom. There are four more bedrooms in the remainder of the house. \ LIAM CARTER

WOODARDS, 9499 1276

4 Roxby Close

Price: $620,000 – $680,000

Auction: July 16 at 1.30pm

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BARRY PLANT, 9431 1222

3 Messmate Rise

Price: $770,000 – $850,000

Sale by Set Date: July 19 at 6pm

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JELLIS CRAIG, 9490 2900

10 Kent Court

Price: $770,000 +

Auction: July 23 at 11am

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W HERE T O L I V E \ W E L OV E I T

It comes as no surprise that this property has only had one owner since it was built in 1972. And if it weren’t for the owner-builders’ three boys growing up and � ying the coop, this property would surely remain

off the market.This 853-square metre elevated block sits in one of

Eltham’s most desirable pockets, among the winding roads and tree-cloaked hills that separate Arthur and Pitt streets. Here you get the peace and quiet, not to mention the bushland views, without the long distances from town.

The gardens are typically well established and, out back, they are best enjoyed from the � ve-by-seven-metre deck, which has seen many a summer party with friends. A covered built-in barbecue connected to mains gas is nearby.

The house been extended and renovated over the years and has almost 200 square metres of living space. In a nod to the surrounding landscape, the open-plan living and dining space has timber-clad feature walls.

The kitchen and meals area forms the hub of the house. A servery above the kitchen sink looks out to a large, light-� lled family room, which in turn steps out to the deck.

Four of the � ve bedrooms have built-in wardrobes, but the main has a large dressing room and en suite.

Down below, the double garage opens to a workshop, and there is more parking or enough space for a boat or caravan in the carport. \ LIAM CARTER

ELTHAMPOSTCODE

3095

POSTCODE

3095POSTCODE

3084


The current owners of Cooinda can certainly attest to the meaning of the word – literally “a happy place” in the local Aboriginal language. “It has been a wonderful house to raise a family,” says the woman of

the house, who is reluctantly selling up for something a bit bigger close by. This young family has loved living just a few doors down from Ivanhoe Aquatic Centre and parklands. Although sitting on a modest 562-square metre block, every centimetre of this property has been well loved and well used. Out back, there is plenty of yard space for games and a big north-facing deck for the family dinners during the warmer months. The good-sized front yard

hides away from the street behind high timber screens and a wisteria-cloaked arbour entrance. The double-fronted façade is classic Californian bungalow – stucco cladding, diamond leadlights and a deep verandah. The front lounge and dining room have similar late-1920s art-deco charm. Polished boards, twin � replaces with marble hearth and billowing silk drapes make a stylish backdrop for high-end entertaining. The nearby kitchen and family hub are soaked in natural light streaming through the glass sliding doors. Accommodation is zoned; mirror-image kids’ bedrooms share a freshly renovated bathroom with bath. The main suite, with bay window, shares the second bathroom with the fourth bedroom/study. \ LIAM CARTER

MILES REAL ESTATE, 9497 3222

20 Bond Street

Price: $1.05 million – $1.15 million

Auction: July 23 at 1pm

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IVANHOE POSTCODE

3079

W HERE T O L I V E \ W E L OV E I T

W HERE T O GO \ DI A MOND CREE K 30 89

AUNTY B’S42 Chute Street, 9438 6633

Aunty B’s was named after a local good Samaritan and for more than a decade has provided the community with pre-loved items. Run by a dedicated group of volunteers, Aunty B’s helps to raise essential funds for the Education Program for Infants & Children Inc (EPIC). EPIC is also involved in programs associated with young children who suffer from a range of developmental disabilities including autism and Down syndrome. Aunty B’s stocks quality second-hand clothes for any age and accessories such as jewellery. Bric-a-brac, glassware, homewares, artwork and books are also available. Open Monday to Saturday. \

THE PET BATH SHOP53 Chute Street, 9438 2300

The Pet Bath Shop has provided more than 15 years of pooch pampering where any breed of dog is welcome. Full dog-grooming services including baths, clipping and nails is available. The Pet Bath Shop is proudly associated with the Pet Industry Association of Australia, which upholds the belief that your pet will be wonderfully and extremely well cared for. The Pet Bath Shop provides tailored services that meet the needs of each customer and their precious pet. It stocks a range of accessories, including coats, leads and collars. Gifts are also available. Open Monday to Saturday. \

CURNOW TENNIS17 Chute Street, 9438 3700www.curnowtennis.com

For more than 30 years, this family business has been a leader in preparing equipment for customers. Curnow is the only shop in Australia where you can buy a frame, jump onto a tennis court (located behind the store) and have the staff professionally � t and string your racquet for free. Curnow has connections with local coaches who will have you smashing winners in no time. A full range of men’s and women’s sports clothing, footwear and tennis accessories are also available. Curnow offers a full guarantee on its work. Shops are also located in Epping and Pascoe Vale. Open Monday to Saturday. \

DC SKIN & BODY3/24 Chute Street, 9438 4414

The DC Skin & Body experience will leave you feeling relaxed and refreshed for days. The quali� ed beauty staff and external specialists promote a friendly environment and ensure the highest quality for every session. DC Skin & Body offers traditional beauty treatments and the more specialised treatments such as anti-wrinkle injections, IPL Hair Removal and the application of permanent make-up. The main skin care range it employs is emerginC, while DC Skin & Body can’t go past Bodyography Cosmetics. Body treatments are compliments of Pure Fiji, while Vani-T is preferred for spray tans. Open Tuesday to Saturday. \

DIAMOND CREEK BIKE SHOP36 Chute Street, 9438 6969www.diamondcreekbikeshop.bikeit.com.au

The Diamond Creek Bike Shop has been servicing the community for more than a decade and is now under new management. Ride your way into Diamond Creek Bike Shop and be spoilt for choice. The shop offers renowned brands such as Mongoose, Trek, Malvern Star and many more. It stocks bikes for keen riders of any age, exercise machines and even scooters. Accessories such as helmets, spare tyres, safety gear and clothing are also available. Diamond Creek Bike Shop even custom-builds bikes to suit the individual and offers a repair service. Open Monday to Saturday. \

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BARGAIN PETS FITNESS BEAUTY ACTIVE


Situated in the new Polaris development, this four-bedroom property in the Lancaster Gate Estate was a side-project for a crafty builder. He transformed it into a family house and it is now ready for its � rst

residents. It has several living areas, features modern amenities and high-quality � xtures. The large hallway continues through to the main hub. The open-plan kitchen features stone benchtops and stainless steel appliances and is perfect for any cook. The dining and lounge areas nearby offer plenty of space for the family to hang out and in the warmer months spill outside into the entertainment area surrounded by landscaped gardens. A teenagers’ retreat and all four bedrooms are upstairs. The main bedroom has an oversized en suite, walk-in wardrobe and private balcony. The three other bedrooms share another bathroom. This residence features ducted heating, evaporative cooling and cream block-out blinds. It is close to La Trobe University and parklands. \ BIANCA VILLAROSA

BARRY PLANT, 9467 5444

21 Sanctuary Drive

Price: $680,000 +

Auction: July 16 at 2pm

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BUNDOORA You would be forgiven for thinking that this was your weekend country escape every time you came home. For more than 30 years the original owners have been surrounded by native trees and friendly

neighbours. Being hidden from the main road ensures maximum privacy. Character emanates from creative wallpaper that adorns the walls and the antique 1950s and 1960s furniture. The lounge/meals area is at the entrance, and it continues into the timber kitchen with red benchtops. The decking can be reached from the meals area and formal lounge. Breathtaking views of Kangaroo Ground can be enjoyed while relaxing in the peaceful surrounds. The main bedroom is at the front of the property and has built-in wardrobes and an en suite. Two other bedrooms have garden views and share a second bathroom. There is also a room under the house that could serve as the ultimate man-cave. It would be the ideal shed or workshop and has a separate toilet. \ BIANCA VILLAROSA

DAVID McFARLANE, 9439 4022

8 Highpoint Crescent

Price: $600,000 +


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ELTHAM NORTH POSTCODE

3095POSTCODE

3083

W HERE T O L I V E \ AGEN T S ’ CHOICE

Barry Plant Diamond Creek9438 1133

Spacious in design with zoned living areas and views from every aspect to the landscaped gardens. A generous 1022sqm (approx) allotment, large, flat yard, well-appointed kitchen, outdoor deck, garden shed, ducted heating and cooling.

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Let's eat lunch @Platters Cafe, 1/67 Main Hurstbridge RdLet's eat dinner @ Nari Thai, 8/72 Main Hurstbridge RdLet's drink coffee @Vines Cafe, 11 Chute St

3089POSTCODE

20 Lydford Court, Diamond Creek

Price: $550,000 - $590,000

Sale by Negotiation

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Hocking Stuart Ivanhoe9499 5611

Set on 656sqm (approx), this renovated house comprises spacious formal lounge, renovated family bathroom, modern kitchen/dining, family room overlooking a large, private rear yard that is ideal for entertaining or further potential (STCA).

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Let's eat lunch @Baan Thai, 137 Lower Plenty RoadLet's eat dinner @ Pasquale M, 248-250 Lwr Plenty RoadLet's drink coffee @Miss Marie Café, 45 Beetham Parade

3084POSTCODE

28 Leura Avenue, Rosanna

Price: $590,000 - $650,000

Auction Saturday August 6 at 1pm

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Miles Real Estate9497 3222

A peaceful lifestyle prospect that is set back in Lotus Court, this beautiful three-bedroom, two-bathroom town residence sets a tone of refined contemporary elegance. Formal dining and family areas, courtyard, granite kitchen and DLUG.

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Let's eat lunch @Condotti, 237 Lwr Heidelberg Rd Let's eat dinner @ Barrd, 240 Lwr Heidelberg Rd Let's drink coffee @Vita Bella Cafe, 236 Lwr Heidelberg Rd

3079POSTCODE

3/98 Lower Heidelberg Road, Ivanhoe

Price: $750,000 - $780,000

Auction Saturday July 23 at noon

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Morrison Kleeman Eltham94312444

The quality and timeless design of this Englehart house will appeal to the most fastidious buyer. Set in a quiet court, the generous 1031sqm block has a beautifully landscaped garden and paved outdoor entertainment areas.

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Let's eat lunch @The Burger Lounge, 902 Main RoadLet's eat dinner @ Walks, 1 Pryor StreetLet's drink coffee @Brent's Patisserie, 3 Dudley Street

3095POSTCODE

6 Wynvale Court, Eltham

Price: $680,000 - $730,000

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ADDRESS AGENT PAGE

ALPHINGTON2/101 Lucerne Cres Barry Plant 78

BELLFIELD2/6 Daphne Cres Miles 549 Garrett Cres Barry Plant 78

BRIAR HILL1/34 Beacons� eld Rd Barry Plant 7628 Outlook Cres Darren Jones 84

BUNDOORA2 Berringa Crt Hocking Stuart 3021 Sanctuary Dve Barry Plant 352 Boylan Walk Barry Plant 35

DIAMOND CREEK7 Fantail Rise Barry Plant 8216 Kalmaine Crt Barry Plant 83

DOREEN50 Serle St Fletchers 6410 Peterborough Dve Barry Plant 7663 Bedervale Loop Barry Plant 80Lot 336 Cathedral Rise Barry Plant 80145 Edward Henty Dve Barry Plant 8352 Brookwood Ave Darren Jones 89

EAGLEMONT2/7 Silverdale Rd Hocking Stuart 2978 Castle St Jellis Craig 38394 Lower Heidelberg Rd Barry Plant 72

ELTHAM4 Roxby Close Woodards 413 Baringa Plc Morrison Kleeman 586 Wynvale Crt Morrison Kleeman 583/1333 Main Rd Morrison Kleeman 5912 Fay St Fletchers 61

1/1135 Main Rd Fletchers 6435 Sherbrooke St Barry Plant 7068 Livingstone Rd Barry Plant 718 Coolabah Dve Barry Plant 752/94 Bridge St Barry Plant 796 Railway Rd Barry Plant 79

ELTHAM NORTH18 Allison Cres Morrison Kleeman 564 Brae Crt Morrison Kleeman 592/170 Ryans Rd Barry Plant 773 Messmate Rise Barry Plant 7714 Hollyoak Rise Barry Plant 798 Highpoint Cres David McFarlane 95

ELTHAM SOUTH59 Lavender Park Rd Morrison Kleeman 55

GREENSBOROUGH8 Ban� eld Tce Hocking Stuart 3015 Beatrix St Hocking Stuart 3121 Boyd St Hocking Stuart 3134 Lorimer St Hocking Stuart 328 Yando St Hocking Stuart 3287 Main St Miles 542 Blue Gum Crt Fletchers 602 Vermont Pde Fletchers 6254 Corowa Cres Fletchers 6336 Jessop St Fletchers 652/6 May� eld St Fletchers 6619 Sainsbury Ave Darren Jones 871/31 Greenhill Rd Darren Jones 8922 Gladman St Darren Jones 8911 Stowe Ave Buckingham & Co 914/49 Vermont Pde Buckingham & Co 9255 Vermont Pde Buckingham & Co 92166 Grimshaw St Buckingham & Co 939/185 Grimshaw St Buckingham & Co 93

HEIDELBERG10 Kent Crt Jellis Craig 40

14 Quinn St Jellis Craig 40

HEIDELBERG HEIGHTS173 Porter Rd Hocking Stuart 333 Shelley St Miles 5312 Dresden St Barry Plant 721/532 Waterdale Rd Barry Plant 78

HEIDELBERG WEST103 Ramu Pde Barry Plant 73

IVANHOE15 Kingsley St Jellis Craig 3642a Green St Jellis Craig 39129 Maltravers Rd Miles 4220 Bond St Miles 453/98 Lower Heidelberg Rd Miles 464a Salisbury Ave Miles 4716 Abbotsford Gve Miles 49331 Upper Heidelberg Rd Miles 491/12 Thoresby Gve Miles 54

IVANHOE EAST17 Maltravers Rd Miles 432 St Hubert Rd Miles 4411 Wilfred Rd Barry Plant 73

KANGAROO GROUND350 Kangaroo Ground-Warrandyte Rd Morrison Kleeman 5755 Jones Rd David McFarlane 95

LOWER PLENTY19 Philip St Barry Plant 6911 Rangeview Rd Barry Plant 773/161 Main Rd Darren Jones 882/115 Main Rd Buckingham & Co 90

MACLEOD67 Greensborough Rd Jellis Craig 41

30-32 Grieve St Barry Plant 6827 Macleod Pde Barry Plant 748 Cooley Ave Barry Plant 7441 Harborne St Barry Plant 7933 Harborne St Buckingham & Co 90

MONTMORENCY5/44 Lilicur Rd Hocking Stuart 3310-12 Gordon Gve Barry Plant 67168 Grand Blvd Darren Jones 854 Olympic Ave Darren Jones 862/126a Para Rd Darren Jones 8737 Starling St Darren Jones 884 Palara Crt Buckingham & Co 911/29 Mayona Rd Buckingham & Co 94

PLENTY99-111 Browns Ln Morrison Kleeman 59171 Heard Ave Barry Plant 81

RESEARCH20 Beauty Point Rd Morrison Kleeman 57

ROSANNA28 Pyalong Ave Hocking Stuart 2620 Coorie Cres Hocking Stuart 2728 Leura Ave Hocking Stuart 2826 Waiora Rd Hocking Stuart 34106 Hodgson St Miles 503/26 Berrima Rd Miles 5010 Prospect Rd Miles 51

12 Grandview Gve Miles 512/54 Lower Plenty Rd Miles 53

ST ANDREWS40 School Rd Barry Plant 82

THOMASTOWN34 Commercial Dve Miles 54

VIEWBANK23/86 Graham Rd Jellis Craig 41119 Rutherford Rd Miles 4836 Warren Rd Miles 529 Robert Crt Miles 5217 Bartram Rise Barry Plant 78

WATSONIA254 Nell St West Hocking Stuart 3418 Ibbottson St Darren Jones 8941 Watsonia Rd David McFarlane 95

WATTLE GLEN42 Reynolds Rd Fletchers 6617 Clarke Ave Emerson Oliver 83

YALLAMBIE11 Kardinia Dve Fletchers 651/10 Wendover Plc Barry Plant 7510 Moola Plc Buckingham & Co 93*LISTINGS SUPPLIED BY CAMPAIGNTRACK

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Barry Plant Rosanna9459 8111

Beautifully presented house featuring formal lounge, dining, powder room, family room, study and kitchen with adjoining meals area leading to an outdoor deck. Extras include ducted heating, evaporative cooling (upstairs) and double garage.

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Let's eat lunch @Toti's Pizza Bistro, 46-48 Beetham PdeLet's eat dinner @ Dragon House, 110 Lower Plenty RoadLet's drink coffee @Cino Vino, 115 Lower Plenty Road

3084POSTCODE

9 Eyrie Court, Viewbank

Price: Price on Application

Sale by Negotiation

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On a corner allotment, seconds from the bus and park, moments from the school and a quick trip from the centre of Greensborough, this three-bedroom house will have instant appeal for investors and first home buyers.

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Let's eat lunch @Urban Grooves, 99 Grimshaw StreetLet's eat dinner @ Cafe Spice, 4/118 Main StreetLet's drink coffee @Holey Moley, 2/134 Main Street

3088POSTCODE

22 Gladman Street, Greensborough

Price: $425,000

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For the family who has occupied this renovated clinker-brick house for almost 30 years, it has been ideal. The polished � oorboards, large windows and a pastel colour scheme makes for an aesthetically

pleasing backdrop. The formal lounge/dining is at the entrance and features rose-coloured walls and a log � re that would be perfect in winter. The kitchen is nearby and has Blanco stainless steel appliances and a skylight. The hallway steps down into the sunken family room, which has sliding doors to access outside. In the back garden is an outdoor dining area, manicured gardens and plenty of lawn space for the kids to play. Two bedrooms are at the front of the house; one is set up as a study. Two more bedrooms are near the family area and share a white bathroom and separate toilet. This property also features gas ducted heating, evaporative cooling and ample off-street parking. It is close to Rosanna shopping village, Rosanna station and schools. \ BIANCA VILLAROSA

HOCKING STUART, 9499 5611

28 Pyalong Avenue

Price: $700,000 – $770,000


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3084

W HERE T O L I V E \ AGEN T S ’ CHOICE


Rosanna 28 Leura Avenue

Delightful style and surprisingly spacious

This classic 1960’s home has evolved into a modern family home with nothing to do, except enjoy. With gleamingpolished boards, neutral tones and appointments throughout. This renovated home comprises of a spacious formal living room, 3 double bedrooms with BIR and central family bathroom. Kitchen with S/S appliances that flowseffortlessly into the meals & family room that overlooks the sizable rear yard. Ducted heating, cooling and vacuum, within easy reach of schools, parklands and everything Rosanna has to offer.

> VIEW Thurs 3.30 - 4.00pm & Sat 12.30 - 1.00pm> AUCTION Sat 6th August - 1.00pm> MEL REF 20 / D11> EPR $590,000 - $650,000> OFFICE Ivanhoe 171 Upper Heidelberg Rd > TEL 9499 5611

Greensborough 106 Grimshaw St > TEL 9432 1988> CONTACT Mario Cavar 0414 764 436

Reilly Waterfield 0422 291 773

hockingstuart.com.au

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Eaglemont 2/7 Silverdale Road

Luxurious Living in Blue Chip Location

Undoubtedly one of Eaglemont’s most prestigious addresses, this 4 Year old, 3 bedroom plus study clinker bricktownhouse has a brilliant array of features. Ample living areas, two bedrooms on ground floor, huge master bedroom upstairs, beautiful full ensuite, walk in robe & storage floor space in roof. Hostess granite kitchen & family/meals with bi-fold doors leads to the paved pergola entertaining area with louvre two seasons roofing. Extras include state of the art electrical system (C-Buss), ducted heating & evaporative cooling. Secure property and only 2 units on the block. A rare offering in this tightly held location.

> VIEW Thurs 5.00 - 5.30pm & Sat 11.00 - 11.30am> AUCTION Sat 30th July - 2.00pm> MEL REF 31 / H7> EPR $920,000 - $980,000> OFFICE Ivanhoe 171 Upper Heidelberg Rd > TEL 9499 5611

Greensborough 106 Grimshaw St > TEL 9432 1988> CONTACT Bill Hedger 0411 742 326

Daniel Sheean 0418 372 406


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Rosanna 28 Pyalong Avenue

Spacious Family Comfort With Garden Oasis

You can look forward to years of easy living in this delightful clinker brick home set within a picturesque garden allotment and moments to Rosanna Village. Immaculately presented throughout the home offers a sunlit lounge & dining with modern log heater, renovated kitchen, spacious family room with garden vistas, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms & comforts of gas ducted heating and evaporative cooling. The delightful gardens surrounding theproperty are a testament to its current owner & offer a private oasis for family entertaining. Tandem garage & Land size 833m2 approx. Parklands, trains, schools & shops walking distance.

> VIEW Thurs 4.00 - 4.30pm & Sat 12.00 - 12.30pm> AUCTION Sat 23rd July - 11.00am> MEL REF 20 / B11> EPR $700,000 - $770,000> OFFICE Ivanhoe 171 Upper Heidelberg Rd > TEL 9499 5611

Greensborough 106 Grimshaw St > TEL 9432 1988> CONTACT Walter Ortner 0412 371 899

Carmel Puttyfoot 0408 173 822


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Rosanna 20 Coorie Crescent

The Surprise Is Inside

Infused with an air of contemporary sophistication, this dynamic showpiece is sure to surprise & seduce you with its sleek polished floors and designer lines throughout. Versatile interior boasts formal lounge with decorative fireplace, formal dining, state of the art gourmet kitchen feats double oven and walk in pantry, caesarstone benches & adjoins the huge family/meals room and open plan living. Four bedrooms (main with luxury ensuite & robes), deluxe family bathroom & sep powder room. Rear alfresco entertaining overlooks a good sized garden with water tank & singlegarage with internal access. Viewbank College, transport & shops moments away.

> VIEW Thurs 4.00 - 4.30pm & Sat 2.00 - 2.30pm> AUCTION Sat 30th July - 1.00pm> MEL REF 32 / C1> EPR $800,000 - $880,000> OFFICE Ivanhoe 171 Upper Heidelberg Rd > TEL 9499 5611

Greensborough 106 Grimshaw St > TEL 9432 1988> CONTACT Daniel Sheean 0418 372 406

Mario Cavar 0414 764 436


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Your red carpet experience

Your Sanctuary Awaits! www.21sanctuarydrivebundoora.com

Ideally set just a short walk from La Trobe University & the exciting new Polaris development, in the exclusive

Lancaster Gate estate. Multiple living options feature throughout the home with formal lounge upon entry,

expansive open plan living with centerpiece kitchen all leading out stacker doors to inviting alfresco. Upstairs

offers a large retreat for the kids + great sized bedrooms, inc huge master with WIR, balcony with treetop

views + stunning ensuite. A huge list of quality extras inc stone bench tops & down lights throughout, D/H,

evap. cooling, full downstairs bathroom, SS appliances & double garage amongst fully l/scaped gardens.

BUNDOORA 21 Sanctuary Drive 4

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INSPECT Thursday 6:00 - 6:30pmSaturday 1:30 - 2:00pmPhoto ID required

CONTACT Michael Egan 0409 416 546Cathy Liu 0402 529 753

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Only 16 months old & nestled in Ćollege Views estate´ this majestic home boasts high ceilings, large

separate living areas with large formal lounge & huge rear rumpus. Stylish large hostess kitchen with caeser

stone tops & European (SS) appliances - adjoining open family/meals create sought after open plan living,

superb pergola ideal for alfresco dining, entertaining & over looking landscaped gardens. Further features inc

4 large bedrooms inc huge master with contemporary full ensuite, large study, D/H & cooling, great size

double garage with remote doors & internal access & easy access to trams & Ring road!

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PRICE GUIDE $$675,000 - $735,000

INSPECT Saturday 12:00 - 12:30pmPhoto ID required

CONTACT Cathy Liu 0402 529 753David Moxon 0413 673 636


IVANHOE 15 Kingsley Street

Breathtaking Creekside property on 1044 sqm (approx), architect-designed to provide 30 squares of soaring, light-filled living spaces over 3 levels yet leave a minimal environmental footprint with compressed strawbale and render construction, recycled timbers and textured organic finishes. Gothic styling and 8m high Cathedral ceilings add superb drama and luxurious proportions over 16 principal rooms with numerous balconies, decking and rooftop courtyard. Flexible, free-flowing floorplan comprises grand entry foyer, formal sitting and dining room, vast open plan family room/meals/

Frontage Adjoining Darebin Parklands.kitchen, study, 5 bedrooms (including parents retreat with private living room), 2 bathrooms, 2 powder rooms, laundry/storage. Features Miele/Redgum kitchen, walk-in pantry, stunning candle wall, hand-forged iron balustrades, custom-blown bathroom glassware, sumptuous timber floors, walk-in and built-in robes, solar water heating, Waterford cast iron wood burner, 45000 litre rainwater tank and easy parking for 3 cars. Tranquil bushland position near Ivanhoe and Alphington Grammar schools, train, shops.


Actual Boundary

Auction Saturday 30th July at 11amInspect Thursday 11.15-11.45am & 5.30-6pm,

Saturday 11-11.45amLand 1044 sqm approx

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ContactGordon Hope 0403 613 577Dave Oster 0418 800 120

OfficeIvanhoe 9490 2900jelliscraig.com.au





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IVANHOE 26 Seddon Street 9499 1276Bentleigh DBlackburn DCamberwell DCarlton DCarnegie DCaulfield DElsternwick DHawthorn D Ivanhoe DMt Waverley DOakleigh DToorak

THINK RESULTS

Auction Saturday 16 July at 1.30View Sat 1 - 1:30pmCall Leigh Maher 0400 663 599

Office Ivanhoe 9499 1276

ELTHAM

In a desirable court setting and tailored to deliver an easy to manage family life, this delightful sanctuary offers brilliant family spaces and blends

them with all the pleasures Eltham living has to offer. Featuring fresh paint and new carpets, the welcoming interior introduces large lounge dining

stepping to a sparkling kitchen and a generously proportioned casual living area. Opening to an expansive deck, covered and with café curtains,

child friendly, botanical gardens and a paved area with built in bbq, the entire indoor-outdoor precinct is perfect for year round entertaining. At

days end five bedrooms including main with ensuite ensure space and privacy for the entire clan, and their friends. Double garage, workshop,

along with double carport and underhouse storage underscore the appeal of this immaculate home, truly an opportunity not to be missed.

4 Roxby Close

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AUCTION THIS SATURDAY


IVANHOE 9497 3222143 Upper Heidelberg Roadmilesre.com.au

ROSANNA 9459 5666118 Lower Plenty Road

FINE FAMILY PROSPECTS, PERFECT POSITION

One of Ivanhoe´s finest addresses is offered for the first time in around 40 years with this elegant English-style 1930s residence

highlighting an Art Deco-inspired interior on a mature garden allotment. Modern additions merge with original character in this

charming solid brick home that has tastefully evolved to meet changing family needs including a self-contained rear apartment.

An exceptional opportunity for a growing family to enjoy and further enhance when ready. Includes three double bedrooms,

north-facing living room with gas fireplace, formal dining room, well-appointed kitchen, family meals area, modern bathroom,

laundry, ducted heating, decorative ceilings, polished hardwood floors, and lock-up garage. Land: 778m2 approx.

Auction: Saturday 16th July at 11.00am

ESR $1,000,000-$1,100,000

Inspect Thu 2.30pm-3.00pm, Sat 10.30am-

11.00am

Contact Helen Witchell 0413 741 158

Stewart Oldmeadow 0412 119 277

IVANHOE 129 Maltravers Road

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MAGNIFICENT OPPORTUNITY, MARVELLOUS VIEWS

Superbly established in an elevated position boasting outstanding rear views, this Californian bungalow delivers deceptively

spacious family accommodation on an impressive 918m² allotment (approx). Mature garden surroundings complement the

perfectly preserved period interior previously extended for a comfortable lifestyle. Long held and well maintained, this classic

solid brick home represents an excellent opportunity to enjoy now and further enhance to fully appreciate a fine future in a

prized location. Offers three bedrooms, formal lounge, formal dining, study, studio, three bathrooms (ensuite), family room,

rumpus room, bar, updated stainless-steel kitchen, ducted heating, evaporative cooling, decorative ceilings.

Auction: Saturday 30th July at 2.00pm

ESR $1,250,000-$1,350,000

Inspect Wed 5.15pm-5.45pm, Thu 2.30pm-3.00pm,

Sat 2.00pm-2.30pm

Contact Sue Lacey 0412 898 202

Keith Oldmeadow 0409 858 786

IVANHOE EAST 17 Maltravers Road




LOFTY LANDMARK CAPTURING CITY VIEWS

Perched high above the Yarra Flats, ´Bukit Raja´ is a landmark Art Deco residence blessed with beautiful sweeping views from

the city skyline to the Dandenong Ranges. Set well back behind established garden on a generous 642m² allotment (approx)

with north-facing rear courtyard garden; this captivating solid brick home extends over two-levels featuring a striking curved

profile revealing an original interior catering for comfortable family living. Ripe for improvement whether it be a freshen up or

contemporary renovation, this iconic four bedroom home represents a rare opening including large upstairs retreat, two living

areas, kitchen/meals, two bathrooms.

Auction: Saturday 6th August at 2.00pm

ESR $950,000-$1,045,000

Inspect Thu 1.30-2.00pm, Sat 11.00-11.30am

Land 642m2 approx.


Brad Pearce 0409 679 414

IVANHOE EAST 2 St Hubert Road

View from front balcony




‘COOINDA´ - A HAPPY PLACE

Prefaced by a majestic wisteria covered arbor in Spring, a stylish modern open-plan interior of substantial proportions is the key

to successful family living in Ćooinda´. A superb brick Californian bungalow provides silk window furnished formal rooms

including spacious lounge (bay window and OFP) and wonderful entertainer’s dining room. Four bedrooms (BIRs, main includes

bay window), open plan kitchen and family room overlooking rear deck and garden basking in northern sunshine. A happy place

to be Ćooinda´ also features ducted heating, cooling, high ceilings, large windows and leadlight in a highly desirable family-

friendly locale near aquatic centre, Ivanhoe village shopping and parkland.

Auction: Saturday 23rd July at 1.00pm

ESR $1,050,000-$1,150,000

Inspect Thu 5.15pm-5.45pm, Sat 12.00pm-

12.00pm

Contact Brad Pearce 0409 679 414

Helen Witchell 0413 741 158

IVANHOE 20 Bond Street




SERENE, SECLUDED AND SECURE

A peaceful lifestyle prospect that is privately set back in ´Lotus Court´, this beautiful modern town residence sets a tone of

refined contemporary elegance by the Ivanhoe Lower Village. A sun-filled interior highlighting glowing herringbone parquetry

floor leaving a lasting first impression that is sure to appeal to fastidious buyers seeking lifestyle excellence. Quality abounds with

a superb floorplan featuring three generous bedrooms plus study nook, built-in robes master with walk in robe, ensuite,

combined living and dining room, family room overlooking courtyard garden, granite kitchen boasting European appliances,

bath and powder rooms, laundry, ducted heating, cooling, vacuum, alarm and auto gates/DLUG. Garage entry via Locksley Rd.


ESR $750,000-$780,000

Inspect Thu 2.30pm-3.00pm, Sat 11.00am-

11.30am

Contact James Davis 0405 687 817


IVANHOE 3/98 Lower Heidelberg Road




SUBLIME ART DECO STATEMENT

Owner-architect enhancement of this unique 1930´s solid brick residence has crafted a stylish, warm home that blends Art Deco

character with contemporary flair and high lifestyle appeal. A stunning modern meals / kitchen area with full width glass bi-fold

windows opens to a fabulous entertainment deck and lush garden for a rare balance of indoor and outdoor living on a compact

landscaped allotment. Intriguing Art Deco rooms with OFP´s over two light filled levels complement this modernity. Offers two

big bedrooms, brilliant bathroom, laundry / powder room, front and rear balconies with views, central heating, ducted vacuum,

rainwater tanks and ample OSP. Moments to Rockbeare Park, Yarra Trail parklands, shops, schools and city transport.


ESR $820,000-$880,000

Inspect Thu 6.00pm-6.30pm, Sat 1.00pm-1.30pm


Damien Carter 0438 850 166

IVANHOE 4a Salisbury Avenue




OUTSTANDING QUALITY, EXCEPTIONAL PRESENTATION

Is there a more meticulously maintained and presented home in Viewbank? Not likely as this immaculate double brick residence

has been fastidiously cared for by the one owner for 28 years - no children, no pets, just a fine appreciation for the house,

garden and wonderful parkland views. Immediately enjoy the bright, open-plan spaces of this superbly-appointed home

featuring central heating, refrigerated cooling, ducted vacuum, alarm, valet intercom, auto window shutters and remote-control

double garage (internal). Includes three double bedrooms (BIRs, large main with ensuite and dressing room), lounge and dining

rooms, family room overlooking beautiful north-facing garden, pristine kitchen and bath/powder rooms.


ESR $640,000-$680,000

Inspect Sat 1.00pm-1.30pm


Paul Carbone 0418 541 169

VIEWBANK 119 Rutherford Road




WARMTH AND CHARACTER DESIGNED FOR TODAY’S LIVING

Superbly sited toward the front of delightful north-facing rear garden allotment appealing to those looking for a little extra outdoor space.

Meticulously maintained inside and lovingly tended outside, this home is ideal for large families with warmth and period character to the front

merging to a more modern rear extension. Offers 4BR, panelled entry, formal lounge room (OFP), dining and separate family room, fully-

appointed kitchen with access to entertaining/decking, 2 bathrooms, ducted heating, off street parking, leadlight windows.

Auction: Saturday 23rd July at 11.00am

ESR $1,150,000-$1,250,000


Land 600m2 approx.

Contact Greg Taylor 0409 090 611


IVANHOE 16 Abbotsford Grove

IMMACULATE, IMPRESSIVE, IRRESISTIBLE!

Tastefully transformed to cater for a fabulous low-maintenance lifestyle, this elegant solid brick home with ample off-street parking beautifully

blends classic and contemporary interior styles on a compact block with north-facing rear. One of two, boasting a lovely landscaped setting,

this attractive single-storey home offers three double bedrooms, living room with open fireplace, family/meals area opening to sunny private

entertainment patio, excellent kitchen with stainless-steel appliances, pristine bathroom, separate laundry & quality conveniences.

For Sale

ESR $780,000-$840,000



Damien Carter 0438 850 166

IVANHOE 331 Upper Heidelberg Road




THE INDULGING ENTERTAINER!

A perfectly private garden haven, this impeccably presented residence enjoys a beautiful interior, exceptional entertainers´ rear garden and a

wonderful vista to Heidelberg Hill. Walk in and relax as this flawless home exudes a peaceful ambience combined with quality, style and a

fabulous emphasis on indoor / outdoor enjoyment. Offers 3 double bedrooms, BIRs, lounge and dining area (fireplace), family room, indulging

Jacuzzi, stone (Blanco) kitchen, modern bathroom, powder room, ducted heating, air-conditioning, hardwood floors, carport/garage.


ESR $680,000-$750,000

Inspect Sat 2.00pm-2.30pm

Land 605m2 approx.



ROSANNA 106 Hodgson Street

CHARM, QUIET & CONVENIENCE

This appealing single-level home is perfect for a convenient, low-maintenance lifestyle or as an intelligent investment that is immediately

comfortable while offering scope to further improve. Near-original presentation coupled with superb garden vistas, rear views and a huge private

courtyard garden complement an effortless layout comprising two bedrooms, BIR, delightful living room, kitchen/meals, classic bathroom, gas

heating, air-conditioner and LUG. Located close to shops, parks and transport.

Auction: Saturday 6th August at 11.00am

ESR $320,000-$350,000

Inspect Thu 2.30pm-3.00pm, Sat 10.00am-10.30am

Contact Paul Carbone 0418 541 169


ROSANNA 3/26 Berrima Road




GRAND INSPIRATION!

The native-inspired rear garden of this clinker brick home provides plenty of inspirational space to enjoy or consider future options. A wonderful

treetops outlook towards the ranges complements this extended classic that stands on a substantial 893m² allotment (approx). A comfortable

interior invites immediate family living including four bedrooms (parents´ retreat with WIR and ensuite), delightful lounge and dining rooms, large

kitchen, bright bathroom, laundry, gas heating, air-conditioning, OFP, deck, rainwater tank & carport. Potential to improve or develop (STCA).


ESR $770,000-$840,000


Land 893m2 approx.



ROSANNA 12 Grandview Grove

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PROUD PAST, PERFECT PROSPECTS

An original Rosanna retreat architect designed, built and owned by the one family since 1948; the immediate sense of quality and warmth that

surrounds this home is superbly complemented by an extra deep north-facing block, ROW and excellent potential. Attention to detail is

timeless enhancing a fine floorplan comprising 3BR (BIRs), living room, pristine kitchen, dinette to deck, sewing room, central bathroom. Also

includes split-system heating / cooling, and garage. Enjoy now, renovate or develop (STCA).


ESR $860,000-$920,000


Land 947m2 approx.

Contact Stewart Oldmeadow 0412 119 277


ROSANNA 10 Prospect Road




SOPHISTICATION AND CLASS IN A COURT LOCATION

Epitomizing its impressive presence in an exclusive cul-de-sac, this exceptionally well presented split level family home is offering a flexible family

future. Located within the View Bank College zone, an instantly appealing lifestyle is presented surrounded by landscaped front and private rear

gardens. This meticulously maintained home affords 3 or 4BR (ensuite to main & WIR), study nook, formal lounge and dining rooms, kitchen and

family area, central bathroom & powder room. Ducted heating, air conditioning, electronic watering system, 4 car garage plus workshop area.


ESR $620,000-$660,000




VIEWBANK 9 Robert Court

CONVENIENTLY IN A CLASS OF ITS OWN!

The enviable location of this tastefully presented family home places it in the perfect position to achieve the results you desire for a relaxed,

convenient lifestyle. Immediately enjoy a superb level of comfort complemented by private north-facing backyard before making your mark when

ready. Save time and expense with this long-held home including three bedrooms, BIRs, living room to dining room, family room opening to

covered alfresco area, fabulous kitchen (stainless-steel and ceran appliances), modern bathroom, central heating and off-street parking.


ESR $510,000-$560,000


Land 635m2 approx.

Contact John Levingston 0410 978 144


VIEWBANK 36 Warren Road




VIEWS FROM THE LIVING ROOM - CONVENIENT LOCALE

Brilliantly designed and meticulously crafted with striking views to the east, this new architectural townhouse is oriented to capture northern light

in a sought after position. A perfectly contained entertainment oasis in a divine setting; remote entry to garage (int. access) complement this

stylish domain with fabulously functional floor plan. Includes main BR with terrace, 2 ground floor bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, outstanding living/

dining flowing capturing the views, gourmet kitchen, lndry, heating/cooling, remote alarm, Tasmanian Oak floors, and French-inspired garden.


ESR $650,000-$710,000


Contact Brad Pearce 0409 679 414

Peter Scott 0459 223 994

ROSANNA 2/54 Lower Plenty Road

THE HEIGHT OF STYLE!

Walk to the park and stroll to school in a matter of only seconds from this outstanding 3 bedroom triple-fronted home that is brilliantly presented

ás new´ after a complete and thorough contemporary renovation. This fabulous home also includes heating/cooling, shining new stainless-steel

kitchen, spotless bathroom, beautiful living/dining, separate laundry, WC, polished timber floors, downlights, child-friendly garden and OSP.

Enjoy a stunning ńew home´ lifestyle without the effort and expense!


ESR $520,000-$570,000


Contact Greg Taylor 0409 090 611

Paul Carbone 0418 541 169

HEIDELBERG HEIGHTS 3 Shelley Street




SPACIOUS & SUN-FILLED NEAR PARKLANDS

Nestled in a quiet pocket near parklands; the perfect proportions, appearance and position make this

2BR villa unit a popular choice. 1 of 3 in an attractive garden setting, this modern single-level home offers

private north-facing patio and courtyard garden, ducted heating, air-conditioner and LUG.


ESR: $360,000-$395,000

Inspect: Thu 1.30pm-2.00pm, Sat 10.00am-10.30am

Contact: Stewart Oldmeadow 0412 119 277

Helen Witchell 0413 741 158

BELLFIELD 2/6 Daphne Crescent

PRESTIGE, PEACE & PRIVACY - PERFECTION!

Magnificent street frontage with leafy garden in a highly-coveted locale sets this superb 3BR, 2 bathroom

freestanding villa apart from the rest. More like a low-maintenance house enjoying private driveway and

garage, this single-level home is perfectly presented just moments to Eaglemont and Ivanhoe Villages.

For Sale

ESR: $750,000

Inspect: Thu 3.30pm-4.00pm, Sat 1.00pm-1.30pm

Contact: Peter Scott 0459 223 994


IVANHOE 1/12 Thoresby Grove

SECURE NATIONAL TENANT WITH PRIME EXPOSURE!

A perfectly positioned retail site of 130 sqm (approx) leased to National tenant (Horseland). The property

also offers on-site parking at rear. Four year lease commenced 1 August 2010, returning $39,000 per

annum, plus GST from 1 August 2011 with tenant paying all usual outgoings. Zoned Business 1. A

secure investment with Australia’s largest equestrian retailer, established 1978 with 57 stores nationally.

Auction: Friday 22nd July at 1.00pm

Inspect: By Appointment

Contact: Dietmar Gregory 0422 402 545

Paul Evans 0408 144 181

GREENSBOROUGH 87 Main Street

COMMERCIAL

OCCUPY OR INVEST!

An excellent brick and concrete factory of 564 sqm (approx) with ample on-site parking, amenities and

seven offices over two levels. Currently leased until October 2011 with an income of $33,000.00 per

annum, including some outgoings. Land area of 740 sqm (approx). Inspection will impress.

Auction: Thursday 21st July at 3.00pm

Inspect: By Appointment

Contact: Tim Mitchell 0417 339 986

Paul Evans 0408 144 181

THOMASTOWN 34 Commercial Drive

COMMERCIAL


Eltham South 59 Lavender Park Road Space, Light And Renovated Excellence On An Acre

This magnificent home on an acre allotment has been fully renovated to deliver superb contemporary interior spaces.

Showcasing quality and a meticulous attention to detail it offers five bedrooms, three deluxe bathrooms, formal living with

gas log fire set in spectacular Castlemaine Stone, open plan living with stunning De Longhi kitchen and home office. With

in ground pool, secluded garden areas and a huge barn like 4 car garage and workshop it delivers unsurpassed

excellence in a premium position.

Inspect Thursday 4:30 - 5pm & Saturday 1:30 - 2pm

Contact Tony Duckworth 0417 564 787

Contact Ciaran Brannigan 0410 544 478

Office 968 Main Road, Eltham 9431 2444

Web propertyinprofile.com.au/59lavenderpark

Offices Eltham / Greensborough / Doreen

Auction Saturday 23rd July at 2pm

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Eltham North 18 Allison Crescent Relaxed Living In A Sought After Location

Positioned well back from an already quiet street and set amongst established trees, this four bedroom, two bathroom

home offers an undeniably tranquil lifestyle. With leafy outlooks from almost every room, a choice of outdoor

entertainment precincts and interior spaces featuring a wonderful blend of timber floors, brick feature walls and clerestory

windows it provides quintessential Eltham living. With a double carport with lockable brick storage and Eltham within easy

reach it provides a serene family sanctuary. ( Enter Off Sherbrooke Street)

Inspect Saturday 11:30am - 12pm

Contact Rocco Montanaro 0412 379 171


Web propertyinprofile.com.au/18allison


Auction Saturday 6th August at 1pm

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Research 20 Beauty Point Road Stunning Statement Of Design And Luxury Living

In a privileged position on some 5 acres the substantial spaces of this contemporary home, designed and built by the

owners to their exacting standards, respond brilliantly to every modern day lifestyle requirement. Three living areas

including vast open plan living, granite kitchen, formal dining, four bedrooms, three bathrooms and study are

complemented by a huge alfresco area sweeping around to an in ground pool to deliver exceptional living with a definite

commitment to quality.

Inspect Saturday 12:30 - 1pm

ESR $1,400,000 - $1,500,000

Contact Mark Baker 0410 331 156

Contact Rocco Montanaro 0412 379 171


Web propertyinprofile.com.au/20beauty

Private Sale

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Kangaroo Ground 350 Kangaroo Ground Warrrandyte Road Enticing Sense Of Escape

This light filled home, nestled on 25.8 acres approx provides the ideal family lifestyle and complements it with the sense of

escape that only a rural retreat can deliver. The casual & formal living flow seamlessly between each other & out to a

paved precinct, providing relaxed indoor-outdoor living. With 5 paddocks (4 of which are watered) huge garage, 2

carports, dam & water tank it is easily adaptable to a wide range of animal & family needs and creates an exceptionally

enticing lifestyle.

Expessions Of Interest Offers Close Saturday 30th July at 5pm


Contact Shane Leete 0419 118 302

Office 2/86 Grimshaw Street, Greensborough 9435 7666

Web morrisonkleeman.com.au


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Eltham 3 Baringa Place Sophistication, Style And Sensational Surrounds

This immaculate home in a quiet court backing on to Tadema Reserve will delight those seeking a lifestyle of peace and

privacy. On an allotment of around 988m2 relaxing gardens, heated pool, extensive paving and a large alfresco zone

complement a substantial home with a wonderful array of expansive living spaces and superb accommodation choices.

With two designer bathrooms featuring floor to ceiling porcelain tiles serving the four double bedrooms, study and every

conceivable luxury inclusion it delivers first class family living.


Contact Mark Baker 0410 331 156

Contact Peter Kleeman 0419 002 103


Web propertyinprofile.com.au/3baringa

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Eltham 6 Wynvale Court Englehart Quality And Style

The quality and timeless design of this three bedrooms plus study Englehart home with separate rumpus room will appeal

to the most fastidious buyer. Set in a quiet safe court the generous 1031sqm (approx) block with beautifully landscaped

gardens and paved outdoor entertaining areas is perfect for children and pets or perhaps a pool in the future. Extras

include double garage on remote, ducted heating, cooling and vacuum and workshop.


ESR $680,000 - $730,000

Contact Gayle Blackwood 0408 776 070

Contact Graham Morrison 0417 101 997



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Eltham North 4 Brae Court Impressive Family Credentials

At the end of a court, next to a playground, within the St Helena College zone and with a pool in the back yard that you

can see from the updated kitchen...does family friendly living get much better than this? Tailored to family life, it offers

formal living dining, generous multipurpose room and open plan living spilling out to expansive covered, paved precinct.

With main bedroom offering retreat and indulgent spa ensuite, and two further bedrooms it delivers generously

proportioned, immaculately presented poolside living.

Expressions Of Interest Offers Close Saturday 23rd July at 5pm.


ESR $540,000 - $590,000

Contact Shane Leete 0419 118 302

Office 2/86 Grimshaw Street, Greensborough 9435 7666

Web propertyinprofile.com.au/4brae


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Plenty

Enticing prospects to secure one of the last

two remaining acre blocks in this premier

location in the Plenty corridor. Fully serviced

and sealed road access from River Avenue

and the proposed future sealing of Browns

Lane (STCA). NB: Developers keen to sell

last two lots. Offers invited.

Price Lot 3: $695,000; Lot 11: $750,000

Contact Graham Morrison 0417 101 997

Contact Lucas Peressini 0458 016 868

Office 968 Main Road,

Eltham 9431 2444

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Eltham 3/1333 Main Road

Nestled behind parklands for peace and

privacy, this townhouse in a boutique block

delivers everything you need for modern

living. With formal and informal living, kitchen

with Franke appliances, two separate

outdoor areas, ducted heating and cooling.

Contact Michael Major ph: 0412 471 775


Price $485,000

Contact Ciaran Brannigan 0410 544 478

Office 2/86 Grimshaw Street

Greensborough, 9435 7666


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True IconLocated on over 1600m2 of land in a quiet cul-de-sac in Montmorency, stands this magnificent property, in essence, two properties in one! ´Brook Royd´, the main residence, comprises four bedrooms (each with an en-suite), multiple living areas, stunning kitchen, plus double carport and extensive off road parking. Attached to this home is ´Rosehill´, a two bedroom residence with single garage and frontage to Adam Crescent. It presents as the ideal extension for family / rental / business purposes. There´s also a summer-house adjacent to the solar heated in-ground pool. Features include 9ft ceilings, slate flooring, heating, cooling, extensive storage areas and amost convenient location, close to all facilities. Call to inspect today!


PRICE GUIDE $1,150,000 - $1,250,000

INSPECT Saturday 1 - 1:30pm Photo ID required

CONTACT John Haley 0417 352 312Aaron Yeats 0400 067 024 Eltham Office 9431 1222

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Your red carpet experienceEltham Office1022 Main RoadT 9431 1222

Ivanhoe Office115 Upper Heidelberg RoadT 9499 7992

Rosanna Office131 Lower Plenty RoadT 9459 8111

Doreen OfficeShop 2, 101 Hazel Glen DriveT 9717 8801

A Rare Opportunity in Victoria Cross Estate!

Commanding a double street frontage in the highly sought after Victoria Cross Estate, this ideal family brick

home sits proudly on a 1000m2 (approx) garden allotment. The residence comprises a light-filled family

room with separate dining area, updated kitchen and meals with garden aspect of the enormous rear yard,

main bedroom (en-suiteand walk-in-robes), three further bedrooms, study and family bathroom. Extras

include separate laundry, gas ducted heating, split system air-conditioning, off street parking, plus shed all

on a 1000m2 allotment in the Victoria Cross Estate only moments from local schools, shopping, train station,

parklands, Austin Hospital and La Trobe University. A must for the inspection list, call today!

Saturday 6th August at 11am

PRICE GUIDE $750,000 - $825,000

INSPECT Thursday 5:30 - 6pmSaturday 1 - 1:30pmPhoto ID required

CONTACT Adrian Woods 0413 650 520Aaron Silluzio 0414 422 299

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Location! Location!

Set on a fabulously elevated full size 768m2 (approx) private allotment in your very own quiet no-through

road, is this terrific opportunity to secure your future family home. The residence offers lounge room, dining,

well appointed kitchen with meals area, and family room with access to the covered outdoor entertaining

area. There are four bedrooms with built-in-robes (master with walk-in-robe, en-suite and private balcony

with stunning views), the other bedrooms serviced the family bathroom. Features enhancing the appeal of

this property include gas ducted heating, split system air-conditioning, double garage, under-house storage,

plus off street parking. In one of the area´s high growth pockets, this becomes a must for you to inspect!

Tuesday 9th August at 6pm (unless sold prior)

INSPECT Saturday 2 - 2:30pmPhoto ID required

CONTACT Vince Saunders 0425 764 881Daniel Italia 0423 337 281

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One of a Kind!

Simply, nothing compares! Words cannot adequately describe this stunning, magical home, so reminiscent

of early Eltham with its compelling blend of mudbrick construction, recycled timbers and terracotta tiles. The

home boasts an open floor plan with huge lounge(OFP and soaring cathedral ceilings), with Jarrah kitchen

and meals. There are 4 bedrooms (master with en-suite and Juliet balcony) and multiple heating options

include slab and gas heating and a treed, natural environment. The outdoor entertaining areas consist of a

front veranda, an expansive side terrace and at the rear of the property, a large paved area with pizza oven

and food preparation area! There is also a separate storage/cellar room and double carport with roller door.

Saturday 30th July at 3pm


CONTACT John Haley 0417 352 312Aaron Yeats 0400 067 024

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Character, Size and Position!

You´ve won the trifecta with this fabulous cedar home, brimming with character, with spaces in all the right

places - both inside and out - and with a central position close to all facilities. The spacious home, on over 1/

3rd acre, comprises four bedrooms (master with en-suite), timber kitchen with meals area, lounge with OFP,

enormous upstairs rumpus room, plus drive to the rear of the home to access the workshop and double

garage with internal access. There´s also an enormous back yard for the kids to run riot in! Features include

9ft ceilings, polished floor boards, ducted heating, refrigerated cooling plus extensive storage areas. A

superb location beckons, with Eltham shops, railway station and schools just a few minutes easy walk away.


PRICE GUIDE $740,000 - $810,000

INSPECT Saturday 2:45 - 3:15pmPhoto ID required


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´Rose Lea´ Circa 1946

Occupying a generous 850m2 (approx) landholding, this

charming art-deco style home has been blessed with exquisite

period detailing, and comfortable and liberal layout with exciting

scope for renovation, restoration or re-development (STCA).

Features include oversized bedrooms, full bathroom, original

kitchen, meals area, open living & dining rooms plus sunroom.

EAGLEMONT394 Lower Heidelberg Road Tuesday 9th August at 6pm (unless sold prior)

PRICE GUIDE $790,000 - $850,000

INSPECT Thursday 1 - 1:30pmSaturday 12:15 - 12:45pmPhoto ID required

CONTACT Kieran Whaley 0410 587 072Davide Lettieri 0414 018 707

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Charming Home, Premier Tree-Lined Street!

Deceptively large with low maintenance interiors and a light, airy

ambience, this attractive WB home was designed to optimise a

relaxed family lifestyle. Split over two levels, features include a

huge open plan lounge and dining, stylish kitchen (SS appls.),

2 powder rooms, separate laundry, single garage plus off street

parking, paved rear courtyard and landscaped front garden.

HEIDELBERG HEIGHTS12 Dresden Street Tuesday 26th July at 6pm (unless sold prior)

PRICE GUIDE $550,000 - $620,000

INSPECT Thursday 4 - 4:30pmSaturday 11:30 - 12pmPhoto ID required

CONTACT Kieran Whaley 0410 587 072Davide Lettieri 0414 018 707


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Absolute Surprise Package!

Delightfully renovated and extended, this immaculate residence

offers all home buyers a unique opportunity in a highly sought

after pocket of Heidelberg West. With nothing left to do,

features include 3 generous bedrooms (main with en-suite &

WIRs), study, renovated kitchen and bathroom, lounge plus a

huge family room with bi-fold doors opening to the rear deck.

HEIDELBERG WEST103 Ramu Parade Tuesday 2nd August at 6pm (unless sold prior)

PRICE GUIDE $400,000 - $460,000


CONTACT Adrian Woods 0413 650 520Sam Kocuk 0419 311 222

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Blue Chip Real Estate in Premier Location

Centrally located, on a regular 620m2 (approx) block with north-

facing rear yard, is this fantastic opportunity to build your dream

or to renovate/extend (STCA). The existing home provides

lounge and dining (OFP), kitchen with meals area, family room

with direct access to the balcony, 2 bedrooms (main with BIRs

and semi en-suite), bathroom, GDH plus garage with storage.

IVANHOE EAST11 Wilfred Road Tuesday 26th July at 4pm

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The Ideal Lifestyle for any Modern Family

With its own street frontage, this chic, modern 4 bedroom plus

study townhouse provides a casual family room, kitchen and

meals area with direct access to a private rear courtyard,

upstairs en-suite and main bathroom, downstairs powder room,

GDH, evap cooling, double remote garage (internal access),

and prime location close to parks, shops, schools & transport.

MACLEOD8 Cooley Avenue Tuesday 26th July at 6pm (unless sold prior)

PRICE GUIDE $550,000 - $590,000

INSPECT Thursday 4:45 - 5:15pmSaturday 1:45 - 2:15pmPhoto ID required


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Shining Light in ever Convenient Location!

Located in the prestigious Victoria Cross Estate, this property

offers abundant natural light, great street presence with treed

outlook, clever use of space, and a focus on entertaining. Fully

renovated, it showcases high ceilings, open plan living

(polished floorboards), kitchen (stainless steel appliances),

spacious robed bedrooms, plus a private outdoor deck.

MACLEOD27 Macleod Parade Saturday 23rd July at 11am

PRICE GUIDE $550,000 - $595,000

INSPECT Thursday 4 - 4:30pmSaturday 12 - 12:30pmPhoto ID required

CONTACT Thomas Bechelli 0413 181 461Aaron Silluzio 0414 422 299


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First Home Buyers Take Note!

Absolute affordability and a convenient location enhances the

immediate appeal of this spacious, well presented, single level

unit that´s within easy reach of Greensborough Plaza, the

Austin Hospital, public transport and the Ring Road. Featuring a

spacious lounge and kitchen / meals with dishwasher that leads

out to a wonderful decking area, great for entertaining.

YALLAMBIE1/10 Wendover Place Tuesday 2nd August at 6pm (unless sold prior)

PRICE GUIDE $360,000 - $420,000


CONTACT Vince Saunders 0425 764 881Daniel Italia 0423 337 281

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More Than Meets The Eye.... Much More!

Soaring timber lined cathedral ceilings, open fireplaces, a

captivating blend of brick and timbers, a stunning decking area,

a big, flat backyard, a central location and a practical floor plan

all combine here to present a magnificent opportunity for the

astute home buyer! Situated on a useable 1,045m2 block

(approx), this architect designed home is a must to inspect!

ELTHAM8 Coolabah Drive PRICE GUIDE $660,000 - $710,000

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Oozing Character and Charm

This updated WB home, on 440m2 (approx) of land, boasts a

renovated kitchen and bathroom, spacious lounge (OFP) with

picturesque outlook, family area with bi-fold doors to an outdoor

covered courtyard, GDH, evap cooling, leadlight windows,

decorative ornate features, plus much more. It has also been

re-stumped, re-wired, re-guttered and freshly painted.

BRIAR HILL34 Beaconsfield Road Saturday 30th July at 11:00am

PRICE GUIDE $460,000 - $530,000


CONTACT Tom Kurtschenko 0417 502 944Romeo Rigoni 0412 126 646

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Family Friendly and Positioned by Parklands

This brand new home provides 4 bedrooms (main with WIR &

en-suite), study, formal lounge, open plan living, sleek designer

kitchen (walk-in-pantry, stone bench tops and stainless steel

freestanding oven), separate rumpus, alfresco area, polished

boards, quality light fittings, ducted vacuum, ducted heating,

evap cooling, alarm, plus double garage (internal access).

DOREEN10 Peterborough Drive PRICE GUIDE $480,000 - $550,000

INSPECT Saturday 11:30 - 12pmPhoto ID required

CONTACT Leigh Pridham 0412 470 040Kim Jarvie-Pridham 0412 237 123


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Stunning Modern Living!

This one year old, large (approx 22sq) architect designed home

offers three double bedrooms (main with en-suite) plus study or

4th bedroom, open plan meals and kitchen, lounge, plus a

large outdoor courtyard for entertaining. Features include

ducted heating and cooling, timber floors, stone bench tops,

2.7 metre high ceilings, and double garage (internal access).

ELTHAM NORTH2/170 Ryans Road PRICE GUIDE $640,000 - $680,000

INSPECT Saturday 11:15 - 11:45amPhoto ID required

CONTACT Aaron Yeats 0400 067 024John Haley 0417 352 312

The Charm of ClinkerBoasting a winning combination of period detail and modern inclusions, and commanding Dandenong Ranges views, this charming clinker brick home is set on a 1055m2 (approx) block. Showcasing polished timber floors throughout, combined with 9ft ceilings, marble featured open fireplace, ornate cornicing, ceiling roses, and sun-filled living areas, it is proudly located in one of Melbourne´s most highly regarded suburbs.

LOWER PLENTY 11 Rangeview Road

PRICE GUIDE $680,000 - $760,000

INSPECT Thursday 5 - 5:30pmSaturday 12 - 12:30pm Photo ID required

CONTACT Tom Kurtschenko 0417 502 944 Romeo Rigoni 0412 126 646

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Supreme Court Position - 1533m2 (approx)A stunning combination of space, stylish finish, and well zoned family living, this immaculate residence is set on a 1533m2 (approx) landscaped allotment and features spacious and separate modern living areas, thoughtfully positioned bedrooms, outdoor deck, IG solar heated pool, formal study, powder room, ducted heating, split system cooling, plus double garage, all set in the highly sought after Laurel Hill Estate.

ELTHAM NORTH 3 Messmate Rise

PRICE GUIDE $770,000 - $850,000

INSPECT Thursday 5 - 5:30pmSaturday 10 - 10:30am Photo ID required

CONTACT Romeo Rigoni 0412 126 646Tom Kurtschenko 0417 502 944

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Affordable River Side Living!Occupying an enviable position on the Yarra River side pocket of popular Alphington, this one bedroom, ground floor apartment is ideal for first home buyers or savvy investors looking for that next great purchase. Updated throughout, features include double bedroom with built-in-robes serviced by the bathroom, combined living and meals area, modern kitchen, split system cooling plus single off street car space.

ALPHINGTON 2/101 Lucerne Crescent

PRICE GUIDE $270,000 - $300,000

INSPECT Thursday 5 - 5:30pmSaturday 10:45 - 11:15am Photo ID required

CONTACT Davide Lettieri 0414 018 707Kieran Whaley 0410 587 072


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Explore the PotentialOffering enormous potential to renovate and return to its former glory, or maybe take advantage of the 570m2 (approx) site to build your dream home, either way the options abound for the astute purchaser. The existing four bedroom home is brilliantly positioned between Ford and Darebin Parks, and located conveniently close to central Ivanhoe, Austin Hospital, local schools and public transport options.

BELLFIELD 9 Garrett Crescent

PRICE GUIDE $490,000 - $535,000


CONTACT David Kelly 0410 426 311Zenya Wertheim 0421 964 366


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A Great Place to Start!Family sized living is seldom more affordable and better presented than this light-filled, low maintenance home, close to Northland Shopping Centre, La Trobe Uni, schools and public transport. Featuring three generous bedrooms, family bathroom, renovated kitchen with meals area, plus a spacious lounge opening to a private deck, extras include split system A/C, secure rear carport, and no owners corp. fees!

HEIDELBERG HEIGHTS 1/532 Waterdale Road

PRICE GUIDE $350,000 - $385,000

INSPECT Thursday 4 - 4:30pmSaturday 11 - 11:30am Photo ID required

CONTACT David Kelly 0410 426 311Zenya Wertheim 0421 964 366


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Immaculate and Single LevelFull of character and charm, this immaculate and low maintenance home is simply ready for you to move in and enjoy. Featuring high ceilings and decorative cornices throughout, the residence provides lounge room, well appointed kitchen, plus family / meals area which opens out onto the outdoor covered entertaining area surrounded by lovely manicured gardens. Extras include gas ducted heating, air-conditioning, lock up garage, and ample storage. Don’t delay, call to inspect today!

VIEWBANK 17 Bartram Rise

PRICE GUIDE $460,000 - $500,000


CONTACT Sam Kocuk 0419 311 222Vince Saunders 0425 764 881


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Comfort, Location and Price Within walking distance to Eltham Township, public transport, schools, parks and walking tracks, this impressive townhouse offers a spacious lounge, extra large bedrooms (WIR/BIRs), study nook, central bathroom, downstairs powder room, meals area, family room, beautifully appointed kitchen, hydronic gas heating, evap cooling plus remote garage with internal access. This desirable residence is well suited to first home buyers, investors, empty nesters, executive couples or those with a focus on family.

ELTHAM 6 Railway Road

PRICE GUIDE $480,000 - $530,000


CONTACT Lou Silluzio 0412 323 750Pina Kara 0415 911 437


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Light, Bright and Stylish!Set in a small boutique development of three, just a moments walk from Eltham town, this stylish, impeccably presented unit will impress the most fastidious purchaser. The floor plan has been thoughtfully designed and comprises 2 bedrooms, bathroom, lounge and kitchen plus meals area. Features include ducted heating, split system heating/cooling, remote double garage, and an outdoor entertaining area that leads into a private courtyard. Walk to train station, shops and schools.

ELTHAM 2/94 Bridge Street

PRICE GUIDE $390,000 - $450,000

INSPECT Saturday 1:45 - 2:15pm Photo ID required

CONTACT Aaron Yeats 0400 067 024John Haley 0417 352 312


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Build your Dream Home in a Coveted LocationOffering distant views, this 1301m2 (approx) cleared allotment provides the fortunate purchaser the rare opportunity to secure one of the few remaining building blocks in the Laurel Hill Estate. This excellent allotment gently slopes downwards with a wide frontage. Court location surrounded by established homes, plus with easy access to walking tracks, what more could you ask for? Schools (zoned to St. Helena College), public transport and shops are only minutes away.

ELTHAM NORTH 14 Hollyoak Rise

INSPECT Rep on Site Saturday 11 - 11:30am Photo ID required

CONTACT Lou Silluzio 0412 323 750Pina Kara 0415 911 437

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Your Dream Starts Here! Looking for that elusive block of land to build your dream home? Well, the search is over! Consider this - a level 586m2 (approx) block; a tranquil location in a quiet street; plus a superb position just minutes from Greensborough Plaza shopping centre, the Western Ring Road., local schools and public transport. It´s all here! This is a superb opportunity and it´s oh so rare to find land like this! Be very quick!

MACLEOD 41 Harborne Street

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Don´t Wait Because You´ll Be Too Late!If you´re entering the market, looking for an investment or downsizing, then this home is going to be hard to pass. A clever design separates the main bedroom (WIR & en-suite) from two further bedrooms and family bathroom. The intelligently placed open plan living area overlooks the kitchen (SS appliances) and flows to the rear yard. Complemented by a remote garage, GDH, split system cooling, and fiber optic technology, it’s within an easy stroll of Laurimar´s shopping and school.

DOREEN 63 Bedervale Loop

PRICE GUIDE $340,000 - $380,000

INSPECT Saturday 1:45 - 2:15pm Photo ID required

CONTACT Leigh Pridham 0412 470 040Rebecca Laszlo 0433 968 038

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Build the Dream on Half Acre (approx)An opportunity to purchase a fabulous half acre of land (2,204m2 approx) with a frontage of 26 metres in the popular and prestigious Ridge Estate. As you would expect, magnificent homes are being constructed in the street providing an assurance of real estate capital gain. The Laurimar Primary School and Town Centre with Woolworths Supermarket and specialty shops are only a few minutes away. A fantastic lifestyle opportunity awaits, so don´t delay - this is the perfect setting for your new family residence.

DOREEN Lot 336 Cathedral Rise

INSPECT Rep on site by appointment Photo ID required

CONTACT Leon Clark 0411 045 281

H’BERG WEST 15 Calola St Avail NOW $250PW2 bedroom home with lounge room, kitchen/meals area, gas cooking, bathroom & laundry. Close to everything. Contact JoshuaH’BERG WEST 7 Exeter Crt Avail NOW $295PWRefurbished 3 bedroom home with robes, living with gas heater, air-conditioner, laundry, PFBs, tiles and garden shed. Contact DiH’BERG HGTS 9 Shakesphere Grv Avail NOW $300PWSpacious 3 bedroom home with robes, bathroom, lounge with gasheating, kitchen/dining, large backyard and shed. Contact JoshuaHEIDELBERG 99 Rosanna Rd Avail Jul 15 $300PW3 bedroom home with lounge, laundry, dining room, kitchen/meals area, bathroom, D/H, A/C and off street parking. Contact Bill.SRESERVOIR 2/5 Ashton St Avail NOW $320PW2 bedroom unit with built-in-robes, D/H, A/C, living, kitchen, bathroom, laundry, courtyard and single garage. Contact JaclynMACLEOD 15/125 Main Drive Avail Jul 20 $330PW2 bedroom apartment with robes, living, balcony, kitchen with S/S appl, laundry with washer and dryer and 2 car spaces, Contact DiBRIAR HILL 1/26 Fernside Ave Avail Jul 11 $330PW2 bedroom unit with robes, living room, kitchen/meals area, bathroom, laundry, D/H, courtyard and double carport. Contact DiWATSONIA 1 Sarong St Avail NOW $350PWLarge 4 bedroom home, robes, lounge, A/C, kitchen/meals, bathroom, laundry, shower room & double carport. Contact SarahROSANNA 5/81 Lower Plenty Rd Avail NOW $350PW2 bedroom renovated property, BIRs, freshly painted, new kitchen, split sys, S/S appl, PFBs, carpet and single car garage. Contact DiELTHAM 6 Shalbury Ave Avail NOW $390PWSpacious 4 bedroom home with robes, kitchen, dishwasher, A/C, dining, lounge, single garage and in-ground pool. Contact Bill.D

LOWER PLENTY 48 Edwards St Avail Jul 16 $390PW3 bedroom home with study, kitchen, bathroom, multiple living, gas heating, single carport and shed. Gardener included. Contact DiELTHAM 38 Shalbury Ave Avail Jul 26 $395PWSpacious 3 bedroom home with robes, living room, kitchen, OFP, rumpus rm, D/H, double car garage and garden shed. Contact DiELTHAM 36 Bible St Avail NOW $400PW3 bedroom home with BIRs, kitchen, gas cooking, sep living areas, bathroom, D/H, A/C and double tandem carport. Contact SarahDOREEN 19 Beltons Way Avail NOW $410PW4 bedroom home with BIRs, study, ensuite, kitchen with D/W, living, D/H, landscape gardens and double garage. Contact Sarah ROSANNA 4 Alfreda Ave Avail Jul 23 $410PW3 bedroom home with ensuite, robes, kitchen/meals area, lounge, D/H, courtyard and single car garage. NO PETS. Contact Faye G’BOROUGH 7/110 St Helena Rd Avail Jul 15 $430PWModern d/storey town-house with 3 bedrooms, en-suite, living, meals/family area, secure yard and double garage. Contact Bill.DLWR TEMPLESTOWE 2/363 High St Avail Jul 15 $450PWStylish 2 bedroom t-house with robes, ensuite, living, meals area, kitchen with S/S appl, decking and single garage. Contact SarahBRIAR HILL 17 Willuna Crt Avail Jul 16 $450PWRenovated 3 bedroom home with 2 living areas, PFBs, carpet, S/S appliances, D/H, A/C, single carprt and OSP. Conatct SarahIVANHOE 173 Waterdale Rd Avail NOW $450PW3 bedroom home with lounge, kitchen/meals, 2 bathrooms, ducted heating, double car garage and off street parking. Contact Bill.SHEIDELBERG 4/10 Rosanna Rd Avail NOW $465PW3 bedroom apartment, ensuite, robes, balconies, living, PFBs, split system, laundry, nobo panels and 2 car spaces. Contact Jaclyn

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ROSANNA 262 Lower Plenty Rd Avail NOW $14,000PAShop front approx 96sqm floor space including a toilet and sink. Rental figure does not include GST and outgoings. Contact JoshuaTHE STABLES Shopping Centre Avail NOW $14,000PA48 sqm (approx) office, recp/waiting rm, 2 office suites, D/H, A/C and toilets. Figure excludes GST and outgoings. Contact JoshuaDONCASTER 13 Highview Drv Avail NOW $14,000PA55sqm (approx) office, kitchenette, 2 car parks. One year lease only. Figure does not include GST and outgoings. Contact JoshuaWATSONIA 2H Lambourne Rd Avail Aug $14,000PAOpen plan 45sqm (approx) office, lunchroom and parking. Rental figure does not include GST and outgoings. Contact JoshuaELTHAM 5/10-18 Arthur St, Eltham Avail NOW $16,000PARetail shop 63sqm approx. Kitchenette and lunchroom area, ample parking. Figure excludes GST and outgoings. Contact JoshuaELTHAM 947 Main Rd Avail NOW $18,360PA1st floor 90sqm (approx) office, heating/cooling, toilets and intercom. Figure excludes GST and outgoings. Contact JoshuaELTHAM 1/25 Peel St Avail NOW $28,000PAFactory 200sqm (approx), mezzanine floor space, 4 car parks, & roller door. Figure excludes GST and outgoings. Contact JoshuaELTHAM 8/23 Susan St Avail NOW $30,000PA245sqm (approx), roller door, toilets, parking. Suitable for warhouse. Figure excludes GST and outgoings. Contact JoshuaELTHAM 1/256 Bolton St Avail NOW $32,000PAShowroom/office space 195sqm, boardroom, kitchenette, toilets and intercom. Figure excludes GST and outgoings. Contact JoshuaRICHMOND 101-107 Palmer St Avail NOW $355,000PA1st floor, 772 sqm (approx) reception, board rm, open plan areas, 8 car spaces. Figure excludes GST and outgoings. Contact Joshua

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Enviable Lifestyle Irresistible LocationSituated on approximately 8 acres, yet an easy drive to St Helena, Diamond Creek and the Ring Road, this ranch style home offers the perfect retreat for those wanting to get away from it all without leaving any of it behind. A haven for growing families it introduces multiple free flowing living areas, abundant accommodation and a granite kitchen with line of sight to the solar heated pool. With a separate spa in decked surrounds, an area already leveled for a court or ménage and fenced paddocks ideal for equestrian pursuits, it delivers an enviable lifestyle.


INSPECT Thursday 4.30 - 5.00pmSaturday 1.00 - 1.30pm Photo ID required

MELWAYS 11 E1

CONTACT Bri McIntyre 0433 634 594Kim Jarvie-Pridham 0412 237 123

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Quality, Style and Location on 1,004m2

Perfectly located on the high side of the court with magnificent

rural views to the Kinglake ranges, this beautiful family home will

appeal. Extremely spacious in design to suit the growing family

with a brilliant floor plan. Featuring a relaxed lounge with

endless views, huge family room and kitchen overlooking the

backyard and alfresco.

DIAMOND CREEK / ST HELENA7 Fantail Rise PRICE GUIDE $740,000 - $790,000

INSPECT Saturday 2.00 - 2.30pmPhoto ID required

MELWAYS 11 H7

CONTACT Justin Booth 0417 034 369Adam Smith 0433 206 044

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Magnificent Mudbrick on 8 Acres

This home is impressive, not just in size, but for its ambience,

atmosphere & feeling. Soaring ceilings, large timbers,

stonework & leadlight are a few of the classic features. Ideal for

the family that loves space, it offers 3 living areas, rumpus,

generous kitchen & big bedrooms. Wide verandahs, delightful

gardens & a pool with swim jets make outdoor living a delight.

ST ANDREWS40 School Road Tuesday 19th July at 5pm (unless sold prior)

PRICE GUIDE $720,000 - $780,000

INSPECT Saturday 2.00 - 2.30pmPhoto ID required

MELWAYS 394 D6

CONTACT Robyn Johnson 0417 387 890

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20 ACRES APPROX (8 ha) STUNNING VIEWS

A short commute to all facilities with a blank canvas, your

opportunity to plan and build that dream home. Gently

undulating pasture, ideally suited to a rural lifestyle, equestrian

pursuits or perhaps your own vineyard. Located on a sealed no-

through road with mains water, power and telephone available.

In conjunction with Ian Reid Vendor Advocacy.

DOREEN145 Edward Henty Drive Tuesday 26th July at 6pm (unless sold prior)

PRICE GUIDE $770,000 - $850,000

INSPECT Saturday 10.00 - 10.30amPhoto ID required

MELWAYS 184 J4

CONTACT Robyn Johnson 0417 387 890

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Fine Family HomeIdeal location, great views, plenty of living space, deck and pool are just some of the features you´ll love. Three living areas means there´s plenty of room to spread out, renovated kitchen & bathroom means you have more time to enjoy the good things in life. This house is ready for you NOW! Be quick or miss out.

DIAMOND CREEK 16 Kalmaine Court

PRICE GUIDE $470,000 - $510,000

INSPECT Saturday 12.00 - 12.30pm Photo ID required

MELWAYS 12 A4

CONTACT Robyn Johnson 0417 387 890Peter Koiker 0418 382 959

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BRIAR HILL 28 Outlook Crescent

Perfect Mix Of Land, Lifestyle And LocationIn treed surrounds well back from the road, this peaceful home offers appealing family living. Moments from Sherbourne Primary and close to local shops, it features spacious living dining and family meals, modern kitchen,

three bedrooms and two large decks to deliver easycare living in an excellent location.• Ducted heating, split system cooling • Deep rear yard with shed and playground equipment• Quiet court like location • Central bathroom and separate ensuite

• Ample car accommodation with room for a caravan or boat • Double carport

Auction Saturday August 6 at 12.30pmLand 1360 sqm ApproxInspect Thursday 5.00 - 5.30pm

Saturday 1.00 - 1.30pmContact Ashley Croall 0417 522 941

Jen Crawford 0411 801 635



MONTMORENCY 168 Grand Boulevard

Parkside Splendour With Designer Prestige Transformed by an inspired update, this four bedroom home combines innovative design with stylish interiors. With granite kitchen, expansive living dining area, second living opening out to a private rear garden with access

to parklands, study and two bathrooms it offers excellent, elegant living.• State of the art granite kitchen with stainless steel appliances • Polished timber floors, decorative cornice• Rear yard with extensive paving, shade sails and bar room • Semi ensuite to bedroom´s 3 and 4

• Study • Garage with workshop

Auction Saturday August 6 at 2.00pmLand 696 sqmInspect Thursday 4.00 - 4.30pm

Saturday 2.00 - 2.30pmContact Daniel Leibowitz 0428 812 636



MONTMORENCY 4 Olympic Avenue

Space, Privacy and a Huge GarageThis four bedroom home, central to Grand Boulevard and Were Street, features a flexible floorplan that flows seamlessly between indoor and out door living. With two large living rooms, two bathrooms, study and out door

area with spa it presents an exceptional opportunity for those seeking space and privacy.• Polished timber floors to casual living • Massive garage with workshop space • Huge underhouse storage • Ducted heating and cooling plus combustion heater

• Deep private rear yard • Study in sub floor, easily changed to cellar if desired

Auction This Saturday July 16 at 12.30pmLand 863 sqmInspect Thursday 6.00 - 6.30pm

Saturday from 12.00pmContact James Park 0407 155 541



GREENSBOROUGH 19 Sainsbury Avenue

Versatile Living For The Largest FamilyWithin easy reach of Greensborough, schools, parks and shops this generously proportioned home offers three living rooms, teen retreat, study, formal dining, bright kitchen and four bedrooms including huge main with spa ensuite. It

delivers a rare opportunity for families seeking space and privacy. • Double garage with internal access • Gates to rear yard for caravan or boat parking• Ducted heating and cooling • Formal living, casual living and rumpus

• Teen retreat/tv room upstairs • Deck stepping to paved outdoor area

Auction Saturday July 30 at 2.00pmLand 580 sqm ApproxInspect Saturday 3.00 - 3.30pm

Contact Ashley Croall 0417 522 941Jen Crawford 0411 801 635

MONTMORENCY 2/126a Para Road

Pristine Presentation, Perfect PositionThis designer town house, a short walk from Were Street shops and station offers formal and casual living, granite kitchen, three bedrooms including main with sumptuous ensuite and family bathroom with spa. With a spacious

private courtyard it delivers the best of low maintenance sophisticated living.• Private elevated setting • Ducted heating and cooling• Polished timber floors • Gourmet granite kitchen with island bench

• Double garage with workshop • Moments to school and parks

Auction Saturday July 30 at 12.30pmInspect Saturday 2.00 - 2.30pmContact Ashley Croall 0417 522 941

Jen Crawford 0411 801 635



LOWER PLENTY 3/161 Main Road

Warm, Welcoming, Quiet And ComfortableA welcoming interior including spacious living meals, updated kitchen and a sparkling contemporary bathroom combine with a large courtyard to create superb indoor-outdoor living in this two-bedroom unit. A short walk from

Lower Plenty shops, it offers quiet convenience and a fabulous entry into to the market.• Polished timber floors • Split system heating and cooling• Courtyard with direct access to communal lawns • Carport

• Built in robes to both bedrooms • Kitchen with stone benches

Auction Saturday July 30 at 12.30pmInspect Wednesday 6.00 - 6.30pm

Saturday 2.00 - 2.30pm

Contact James Park 0407 155 541

MONTMORENCY 37 Starling Street

Plans and Permits for Three New UnitsThis impressive allotment of 1190m2 (approx) and original weatherboard comes complete with approved plans and permits for three high quality, family sized homes. Within a short walk to the convenience of Were Street shops, train

station and schools, this substantial property is ready for redevelopment now. Plans feature:Residence 1: Double Storey three bedrooms, study, substantial living and double garage

Residence 2 and 3: Single Level three bedrooms, large open plan living, double garage

Auction Saturday July 23 at 2.00pmLand 1190 sqm ApproxInspect Wednesday 5.00 - 5.30pm

Saturday 3.00 - 3.30pmContact Steve Thomson 0402 445 414

Darren Jones 0425 717 111



GREENSBOROUGH 22 Gladman Street

On a corner allotment this three bedroom home offers comfort and convenience. Living/dining, kitchen with meals, covered out door area and a garage with access from Elder Street combine to provide a solid base for investors and owner occupiers alike. Currently leased until May, 2012

For Sale $425,000

Land 530 sqm Approx

Inspect Saturday 3.00 - 3.30pm

Contact Jen Crawford 0411 801 635

GREENSBOROUGH 1/31 Greenhill Road

Offering a lifestyle of complete convenience, this two bedroom town house is literally seconds from shops and within easy reach of Greensborough. With open plan living, private courtyard garden to the rear, communal lawn to the front and undercover parking it delivers an exciting entry point into the market.

Auction Saturday July 23 at 12.30pm Inspect Wednesday 5.00 - 5.30pm

Saturday 11.00 - 11.30am

Contact Jen Crawford 0411 801 635

DOREEN 52 Brookwood Avenue

Close to schools, parks, shops and cafes, this as new home offers two large living areas, main bedroom with ensuite, three bedrooms, designer bathroom, study, powder room and gourmet kitchen. Two generous outdoor zones and parking for boat and caravan, delivers stylish low-maintenance living.

For Sale By Negotiation

Land 750 sqm Approx

Inspect Saturday 11.00 - 11.30am

Contact James Park 0407 155 541

WATSONIA 18 Ibbottson Street

This appealing original three bedroom home has been extremely well kept and offers a wonderful opportunity to purchase in a popular pocket of Watsonia. Only minutes walk to Watsonia shops and the train station, the home is set on a lovely large allotment and is ideal to renovate and live in or as a rental investment.

Auction Saturday 23 July at 11.00am

Land 603 sqm

Inspect Thursday 4.00 - 4.30pm

Saturday 12.00 - 12.30pm

Contact Steve Thomson 0402 445 414


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MACLEOD I 33 Harborne Street

Quote $430,000 plus buyersMelway 20:G2 Land size 587m2 approxContact David Oakley 0439 397 284 Stuart Buckingham 0411 743 336Offi ce 98 Grimshaw St, GreensboroughPhone 9435 0999

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A rare fi nd, this exceptionally well presented home demonstrates impressive workmanship which has certainly stood the test of time. Originally maintained throughout, it’s pretty diffi cult to fi nd fault with this residence. The immaculate fl oor plan is carefree, yet ideal for a growing family which may consider the possibilities to extend out the back or perhaps add a 2nd level. Also presenting positive attributes as an investment opportunity. Features: 3 Roomy bedrooms, Spotless bathroom, Lounge with oversized windows, capturing plenty of natural light, Spic & span kitchen with St George oven & electric cook top, Gas heater/reverse cycle heating & cooler/evaporative cooling, Quality hardwood fl oors/carpets, Single garage with remote control, Manicured gardens with fruit trees, Idyllic location, close to public transport, schools and shops, Easy access to Free-way.

AUCTION Saturday 16th July at 1.00pm

LOWER PLENTY I 2/115 Main Road (Access off Para Road)

Quote $350,000 plus buyersMelway 21:A9Contact Sue Stone 0416 055 159 Stuart Buckingham 0411 743 336Offi ce 98 Grimshaw St, GreensboroughPhone 9435 0999

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Pleasing dimensions, immaculate presentation and an enviable covered deck basking in northern sunshine, complement the instant appeal of this attractive unit (1 of 5). Even more paramount for homebuyers or investors is the location, which places it within a leisurely stroll to Lower Plenty shops, cafés & restaurants, Primary & Secondary schools, parklands and Golf Course. Features: Spacious lounge opening to deck, Bright modern kitchen/meals, Main bedroom with WIR, Second bedroom with BIR, Neutral bathroom, sep. toilet, Split-system air-conditioner, Private easy care courtyard, Single remote control garage, Extra space for 2nd car/visitors.

AUCTION Saturday 16th July at 12.00noon

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GreensborouGh I 11 stowe Avenue

Quote $500,000 plus buyersMelway 20:K3 Land size 625m2 approxContact Scott Anderson 0412 855 775 Stuart Buckingham 0411 743 336Office 98 Grimshaw St, GreensboroughPhone 9435 0999

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From its plain 50’s origin, this weatherboard has been cleverly transformed, over the years, into a very beautiful home that has spoilt the current family with loads of inviting warmth and space to relax or celebrate special occasions, in one of the two fabulous living areas or alfresco on the huge entertaining area - A fine blend of enchanting character and modern-day comfort, enhanced by high ceilings, sash & hooded windows & verandah.Features: Elegant lounge filled with northern sun, Family room opens to covered alfresco entertaining, Modern kitchen, quality appliances, Large master bedroom with retreat/study, French doors to front verandah, Two robed bedrooms, Classy spa bathroom & shower room (basin), Two toilets including powder room, GDH, evap. cooling, solar panels, Massive 4-car garage/workshop , Short walk to Safeway, Plaza S.C, Cafés, schools, bus and train.

AuCTIon Saturday 6th August at 2.00pm

monTmorenCy I 4 Palara Court

Quote $460,000 plus buyersMelway 21:A6 Land size 660m2 approxContact Vince Masci 0423 691 622 Stuart Buckingham 0411 743 336Office 98 Grimshaw St, GreensboroughPhone 9435 0999

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A short stroll to cosmopolitan Were St and vibrant Lower Plenty Shops this tastefully renovated home is positioned in a prime court location with easy access to the Plenty River parklands & walking tracks. Boasting stylish open plan living with quality finishes throughout, this home has definitely got the “wow factor”. Entertaining will be a delight in the spacious undercover alfresco area, surrounded by modern landscaped gardens & large rear yard. Stone throw away from trains, popular schools &sporting grounds. Features: 3 B/Rs, New kitchen & bathroom with separate tiolet, Caesarstone waterfall benchtops, Stainlesss steel appliances, Polished Tasmanian Oak Floorboards, Undercover Outdoor Entertaining, Low maintenance landscaped gardens, Gas Heating & Split System Air-Conditioner, Single remote garage with large workspace, Ample storage under back deck area.

AuCTIon Saturday 6th August at 1.00pm



GREENSBOROUGH I 4/49 Vermont Parade

Quote $320,000 plus buyersMelway 20:G3Contact David Oakley 0439 397 284 Stuart Buckingham 0411 743 336Office 98 Grimshaw St, GreensboroughPhone 9435 0999

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Whether you’re searching for that ideal investment or your first home, this single level unit puts up a persuasive case for astute buyers. Nestled in a private and serene development, this unit presents in immaculate condition, enticing owner-occupiers or tenants to move in immediately and benefit by its close proximity to Supermarket, Greensborough Plaza, public transportation services, cafés, restaurants, schools, parks and Freeway. Features: Warm and inviting lounge room, Pristine kitchen/meals area, Two bedrooms with built-in mirrored robes, Central bathroom, Larger than average courtyard garden, Single garage & visitor parking.

aUCTION Saturday 6th August at 12noon

GREENSBOROUGH I 55 Vermont Parade

Quote $430,000 plus buyersMelway 20:H3Contact Scott Anderson 0412 855 775 Stuart Buckingham 0411 743 336Office 98 Grimshaw St, GreensboroughPhone 9435 0999

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The spotless presentation of this superb residence leaves you all the time in the world to enjoy the extensive list of features on offer, including exceptional indoor/outdoor living spaces where you’ll definitely be the envy of your friends. Beautifully updated, you can expect all this and more. Features: 3 B/Rs with built in wardrobes & loads of natural light, Updated family bathroom with separate bath & shower facilities, Spacious lounge with large windows looking to garden, New timber style kitchen with Blanco appliances, D/H & split system A/C, Hardwood floors/tiles & carpets, Impressive covered outdoor entertaining deck & sitting area, Private secure yard with immaculate gardens, Easy access to Free-way, shops, schools & transport, Double garage providing undercover access to house.

aUCTION Saturday 30th July at 1.00pm



YALLAMBIE I 10 Moola Close

Quote $520,000 plus buyersMelway 20:F10 Land size 767m2 approxContact Sue Stone 0416 055 159 Stuart Buckingham 0411 743 336Offi ce 98 Grimshaw St, GreensboroughPhone 9435 0999

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Set high at the top of a court, taking in scenic views of abutting Yallambie Park, creek & walking tracks below, this remarkable solid brick home just needs some modern inspiration to bring back its ‘Mojo’ and give your family a lifestyle they’ll cherish for years to come. A great split-level layout and elevated alfresco entertaining with parkland backdrop makes this an exciting prospect for the astute family to discover & stamp their own style. Features: Large lounge/dining with open fi re, Adjoining rich solid timber kitchen, Master bedroom with ensuite, Two more bedrooms, family bathroom, Lock up garage & parking bays, Ducted heating, Close to shops, schools & transport.

AUCTION Saturday 30th July at 2.00pm

Closing Tuesday 19th July at 6.00pm(Unless sold prior)Quote $430,000 plus buyersMelway 20:H2 Land size 562m2 approxContact David Oakley 0439 397 284 Stuart Buckingham 0411 743 336Offi ce 98 Grimshaw St, GreensboroughPhone 9435 0999

GREENSBOROUGH I 166 Grimshaw Street

It’s hard to believe it’s so quiet here! In fact the loudest noise you’re likely to hear is the song of the birds wafting across from the abutting lush parkland that embraces this property. Features: 3 B/Rs, inviting fi reside lounge/dining, kitchen with park outlook, original bathroom, big backyard, D/H, a/c & carport for 3 cars.

INSPECTIONTHURS 4.00 - 4.30pm SAT 11.00 - 11.30pm

SALE BY TENDER

Quote $320,000 plus buyers Melway 20:G2Contact David Oakley 0439 397 284 Stuart Buckingham 0411 743 336Offi ce 98 Grimshaw St, GreensboroughPhone 9435 0999

GREENSBOROUGH I 9/185 Grimshaw Street

Freshly painted throughout, new carpets & renovated bathroom, makes this unit feel brand new and you’ll want to jump at the chance of securing it. Features: 2 spacious bedrooms with BIRs, bathroom, sep toilet, lounge, kitchen, a/c and gas wall heater.

INSPECTIONTHURS 5.00 - 5.30pm SAT 10.00 - 10.30am

PRIVATE SALE

Tender closing 19th July @ 6.00pm


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MONTMORENCY I 1/29 Mayona Road

Convenience packaged and low-maintenance this classic clinker presents an outstanding opportunity for 1st homebuyers or investors. Features: 2 B/Rs, lounge with high ornate ceiling, modern kitchen/meals, updated bathroom, good sized sunroom, private courtyard, double gates to parking space.

INSPECTIONTHURS 5.00 - 5.30pm SAT 11.00 - 11.30am

AUCTION

Auction Saturday 30th July at 3.00pmQuote $400,000 plus buyersMelway 21:D5Contact Adam McWatters 0404 489 266 Stuart Buckingham 0411 743 336Offi ce 98 Grimshaw St, GreensboroughPhone 9435 0999

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KANGAROO GROUND 55 Jones Road $950,000 - $1,000,000“LIFESTYLE LOCATION AND MAGNIFICENT VIEWS”

With enticing views from the verandah, formal living /dining and casual meals, this magnificent propertywill delight those looking to escape the city without leaving any of its benefits behind. Sitting on 5 acres(approx) the substantial home offers three bedrooms including main with sumptuous spa bathroom, hugecasual living, granite Ilve kitchen and study complemented by a heated pool and spa overlooked by agazebo. Fenced into three paddocks it provides equine infrastructure including stables equipment shedand ménage.OPEN: SATURDAY 3.00-3.30PMCONTACT: PAUL HARRISON 0418 103 477EMAIL: [email protected] 4 2 3 4

ELTHAM NORTH 8 Highpoint Crescent“UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY IN A PREMIUM POSITION”

It’s seldom that an opportunity like this present itself! Perfectly positioned in an area that rarely changeshands, due no doubt to its abundance of native trees, serenity and birdsong, this much loved homeawaits the next chapter in its life. On an allotment of 920m2 (approx) it boasts an expansive deck withrelaxing views, two living areas, three bedrooms (ensuite to main), third toilet and hobby room. Thoselooking to enjoy a sought after Eltham lifestyle should take the time to inspect. AUCTION: SATURDAY 23RD JULY AT 11.00AMOPEN: THURSDAY 4.00-4.30PM & SATURDAY 1.00-1.30PMCONTACT: GRAEME OLDFIELD 0439 312 080EMAIL: [email protected] 3 2 3 2

WATSONIA 41 Watsonia Road

“PRIZED WATSONIA INVESTMENT”

Outstanding secure leased freehold

- Land area approx 210 square metres

- Shop area approx 74 square metres

plus 3 bedroom two storey dwelling

- New 5yr x 5yr lease at $27,380 p.a

- Rear parking via R.O.W

- First time offered for sale for 37 years

- Busy shopping centre, great growth potential.

AUCTION: THURSDAY 28TH JULY AT 2.00PM

OPEN: FRIDAY 11.00AM - 12.00PM (noon)

CONTACT: DAVID McFARLANE 0418 319 831

EMAIL: [email protected]

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