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Power play How Biggest Loser star Libby Babet transformed her own life

review

Ramen makes MisoHapi

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editor’s letter

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ome people live such exciting lives. But as the people featured in this week’s edition show, it’s not always smooth sailing to that enviable lifestyle. Libby Babet, the new trainer on Channel 10’s The Biggest Loser: Transformation (P8), tells Kristy Symonds how she’s now enjoying a successful career in fitness, but only after experiencing hard times of illness and self doubt. And Brentley Frazer (P5) grew up in a “Christian cult”, embarked on a wild young-adulthood before living the dream of any wordsmith yearning to be published. Samantha Strauss’s childhood plans were shattered before she found her new creative outlet (P23), and Vlada Edirippulige (P26) says it was only after she realised “she wasn’t good at anything” that she started her own business, Junky Comics. Vlada’s 25 years old. The other exciting aspect this week’s stories share is that they are so fun to read. Enjoy!

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up front

arts

5 Spotlight: Scoundrel Days’ Brentley Frazer

23 Portrait: When Samantha Strauss’s ballet

writes all that’s fit to print – and more 6 Loving: Our favourite things 7 Sum of Us: Best friends Beckie Williams and Sophie Tieman inspire with corporate style 8 Feature: The Biggest Loser’s Libby Babet fires up for girl power 11 Phil Brown: Ups stumps on schoolboy cricket 12 Scene: Queensland Country Women’s Association Ruth magazine launch, West End; Alliance Francaise French Film Festival opening night, Petrie Terrace

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dream died, she poured her life into writing

24 Art: Paul Ryan: Happy Days in the Colony,

Edwina Corlette Gallery, New Farm

25 Film: Beauty and the Beast, A Cure for Wellness 26 Trailblazer: Vlada Edirippulige makes a living from her love of comics

there’s more

20 Travel: Laze in luxury at Elements of Byron 27 Interiors: Set the scene for sundowners

fashion

14 Keep it casual: Cool accessories make denim chic 16 Beauty: A fresh face with power point treatment

food

18 Recipe: Alastair McLeod reveals the cure

with a mellow mix of peach and green

28 Architecture: A worn-out worker’s cottage won’t let its social life pass by

30 Crossword, Horoscope

real estate

31 House of the Week: Stately river home

for an on-fleek trout dish 19 Restaurant: MisoHapi Sushi and Ramen Bar, West End

people l food l fashion l homes l arts l travel

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Power Play

on the cover Libby Babet (Feature, P8).

How Biggest Loser star Libby Babet transformed her own life

photograph • Claudia Baxter

review

Ramen makes MisoHapi

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travel

New level of luxe at Byron Bay

interiors Pretty in peach and green

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spotlight

Brentley Frazer 45 • writer

Photograph • Richard Walker

As a teenager, Brentley Frazer knew that someday he wanted to write a memoir. But he was born into a “Christian cult” in outback Queensland, and growing up in the sleepy town did not offer enough natural literary fuel. So he changed that.

“I grew up in this little town (Greenvale, in North Queensland) where nothing ever happened. I was heavily into reading Mark Twain; I was really envious of Huckleberry Finn.

I wanted my own adventures so one night I snuck out … ran away and built a raft,” he says.

In his new guise as a rebellious Townsville teen, he hung out with a graffiti gang and dabbled with drugs.

As a young adult, he continued on that path. He moved to Brisbane in the early 1990s and was drawn to the inner-city poetry, bohemian and music scene, where he attended his share of wild parties.

“If I felt the adventures were good, I wrote them down,’’ he says. “When I was 18 years old I knew I had to stop doing stupid things because I would either be in prison or dead. I once heard that if you want to have a really interesting life, you have to live your life as if you were being followed around by a film crew.’’

Now, finally, Brentley’s ambition of more than 20 years has come to fruition with this month’s publication of Scoundrel Days: A Memoir. Brentley will speak about Scoundrel Days at A Rock & Roll Writers Festival at The Old Museum at Bowen Hills on April 1. Much of his colourful life revolves around music.

“When I was living in the Valley and writing bits of I wanted my my memoir, I remember the old Target building on own adventures Brunswick Street Mall and the band rehearsal room so one night I where Powderfinger and Regurgitator would play.” snuck out ...

Brentley, of Paddington, says he decided to write a ran away and memoir in high school and has spent the past 20 years built a raft lugging around manuscripts. The Griffith University creative writing lecturer wrote Scoundrel Days as part of his PhD project. “I decided to be a writer when I was 13 and my teacher told me I could be a writer. He would get me to read out my stories to the class.”

Brisbane is Brentley’s Mecca, and he was immediately smitten when he visited for the first time, aged 13.

“Brisbane is the hub of the book. Brisbane was the big smoke – there were art galleries and live music. Brisbane seemed so much more alive to me. It was a big city compared with Townsville, which seemed more like an army base.”

He settled down 19 years ago when he fell in love with Sunshine, who is now his wife. The couple have two children: Jack, 4, and Vivienne, 1. He is now planning a western historical novel set in north Queensland. “Let’s hope this book finds some readers so I’m asked to write another one.”

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Sophie and I are best friends. We’ve only known each other for a year-and-a-half, but people who we’ve just met think we’ve known each other for years and years.

We live together, we work closely together – we do almost everything together. We are complete opposites – I’m quite an introvert and Soph’s very much an extrovert.

I think we bring the best out of each other in that respect. We are very complementary.

I was born in Birmingham in the UK and moved to Brisbane when I was 18. I’m a graduate lawyer – I was only qualified in December. I’m now in the office every day, around women in a corporate space. Every single day I need a corporate wardrobe, which is why Sophie and I started Two Corporate Girls. We were both trying to find inspiration online to dress for our new positions.

We couldn’t find the one page on Instagram that gave us ideas – affordable ideas. That’s when we decided to start something that not only would give us inspiration, but also inspire other people in our position. It started by buying a camera off my mother and then snapping and posting photos – it’s crazy. We set it up a year ago and we have 43,000 followers (instagram.com/twocorporategirls). It has become much bigger than we planned.

I’m in commercial property valuations and I wear corporate every day. I see women at work who look gorgeous every day, but I know for a fact that they spend a fortune on their outfit, and I’m not there yet, and neither is Beckie.

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We have to make our page work within our friendship because we are so different, but our core values are on par with one another. The way we were raised, even our mothers, are so similar.

We try and influence each other positively every day – made easier by the fact that we live together. We met through mutual friends. We were out one night and bumped into one another and got along so well. We even said to each other, “We’re going to be really good friends”, and we were right, because we’re inseparable.

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feature

L Fit for life PhotographS • Justin Lloyd, Claudia Baxter, Kristi Miller

Libby Babet is living proof that fitness, both mental and physical, can help overcome life’s challenges.

Kristy Symonds reports

ibby Babet is a bright, bubbly ball of energy. Posing for pictures on a fitball for Brisbane News, The Biggest Loser’s newest guru embodies all things health and fitness – the very traits necessary to motivate sometimes unwilling clients.

But the 35-year-old trainer wasn’t always such a force of nature. Difficult as it may be to believe while watching her on Channel 10’s The Biggest Loser: Transformed, Brisbaneraised Libby wasn’t athletic or socially confident as a child.

“I just felt very isolated as a kid,” she says.

In fact, growing up, the now Sydney-based businesswoman was “painfully shy” and, on one occasion, was assaulted by children from a neighbouring school on her way home.

She was 12 at the time and when she arrived home bruised and mentally battered, her parents, whom she dubs “Pedro the Swift and Franny the Brave”, decided enough was enough.

“The kids on the way home had been kind of knocking me around and mum and dad were like, ‘You’ve got to do something. You’re horribly shy and it’s actually affecting your life now’,” she says.

They encouraged Libby, who has two sisters, to choose something to dedicate herself to and to find her crew.

“Mum is very much the shaker, like, ‘Come on, let’s do something; come on, let’s try and why not? What have you got to lose?’ She gives you the push and dad then flies in to support and says, ‘OK, how do we take action on this?’.

“He was really sporty and he said, ‘Why don’t you get fit and try to get into some sports teams?’ I thought ‘no’ but he was just like, ‘I’m taking it on board; we’re doing it’.”

Every day for two months over the ensuing school holidays, Libby and her dad were up at dawn, going for a run, building her sporting skills and training.

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“It was just this summer project,” she says. “I didn’t realise what I had created.”

When Libby returned to school the next year, she competed in the sports carnival and took out the trophy. Then she started competing in touch football, which earned her a scholarship to All Hallows School in Fortitude Valley, and she went on to coach a string of sports.

“It was really powerful and whenever I felt lonely, I had these sports teams to attach myself to. It was a sense of belonging. My parents were really the inspiration for me wanting to give that gift back to others.”

It was the first time fitness had impacted Libby’s life in such a positive way, but it wouldn’t be the last.

After studying journalism at the Queensland University of Technology and working for a newspaper on the Sunshine Coast, she moved to the UK, but a diagnosis of malignant hypertension – extremely high blood pressure – forced her to return to Australia, where she settled in Sydney and worked in magazines.

“I got really sick and they put me on stroke watch,” she says. “I was having hot flushes and headaches, and going to have to be on medication forever.”

Her passion for fitness kicked back in and she began to think more about nutrition and psychological well-being.

“I melded it all together and changed my own future. I haven’t had high blood pressure in years or medication for it. But that’s not to say I don’t believe in medication very strongly – I do.”

After that, Libby founded her first business, BUF (which stands for Beautiful, Unstoppable, Fearless) Girls, Australia’s first “entertrainment” group.

“I feel very deeply that I was honestly put on this earth to make people just a little bit happier and a little bit more confident in what they have power over.

“I think the word empowered to me means to help people to step into their power – it’s a hand-up, not a hand-out.”

I wanted to get involved with this because I wanted to

impact the regular person ON THE BALL … Libby Babet loves to actively motivate others; and (right) with her fellow trainer on The Biggest Loser, Shannan Ponton.

But Libby, a self-professed “massive nerd”, bookworm and writer, says she is still that shy girl at heart.

“I’m not necessarily an extrovert who gains energy from going to parties and being social.

“I still feel I am that introvert but a bit of a gregarious one. I regenerate with quiet time and that’s what allows me to be everything I need to be for everyone else.”

She says becoming part of Channel 10’s fitness and makeover show is a welcome way to amplify her ability to help people.

“I see a really big difference between vision and goals. For me, my vision is a beacon or true north that just is there and is guiding me, and goals are steps or things that come up along the way to help me move towards that.

“So if one falls away it’s no problem because it’s like, ‘OK, that wasn’t the right step – next

one’, but The Biggest Loser is a step that overarches everything I had done. One of the big reasons I wanted to get involved with this is because I wanted to impact the regular person.”

Libby says the revamped, more holistic version of the franchise was a better fit for her than the previous format. “The brand is iconic and has changed so many people’s lives and it’s not that there’s anything wrong with it – I think it’s fricking great. But for me, I thought there were missing elements.”

For Libby, the psychological element that has always been so beneficial to her is crucial.

“To stand there and yell at someone to do 30 burpees is easy, but to make them wake up and go, ‘I want to move today’ – that’s not easy. I can’t tell you how many people

whose lives I’ve changed – not by giving them excellent training but by giving them a whole lot of belief and love.”

She says people are much more than just their before and after photos. “(The goal is) to change the way someone thinks and feels about exercise, to take them from the place of ‘I should do this, I have to do this and I’m begrudging it’ to ‘I want to, it’s my own time; it’s my meditation’.”

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Phil Brown

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said, and I knew where he was coming from. agree with William Shakespeare. He Since Hamish was seven we have spent our once wrote that “summer’s lease hath summer Saturdays at cricket. all too short a date”.

When people asked what we were Now summer is over, something doing each weekend, I would say, else is coming to an end – the “We’re playing cricket.” Because cricket. This will be our last My umpiring it felt like we all were. weekend of school cricket. This career was marred We have certainly been weekend my son plays his last by a revolt when I involved. My wife often scored, game of schoolboy cricket ever, called a no-ball on I managed the club team for a as he is in grade 12. a 12-year-old little while and umpired a bit.

We have the soccer season My umpiring career was next term and then we’re done. marred by a parent revolt when I Not sure how to feel about that. called a no-ball on a 12-year-old. Well, I spoke to another cricket-loving it was his fifth no-ball in a row so I had to call colleague the other day whose boys have it, but his parents threw such a tantrum that I finished school. How did he feel when there had to reverse my decision or get beaten up. was no more school sport? “Devastated,” he

This was a poor example for the boys (the umpire’s decision is final) but I choose my battles.

Some parents won’t let their kids play cricket because it takes so long but I say give yourself over to it.

There’s something lovely about a long summer morning watching cricket.

It has its ups and downs, though. I refer to it as “the agony and the ecstasy”.

The agony concerns those days of waiting all morning for your boy to bat, only to watch

him get out first ball. Then there are those times when the runs come freely, wickets are taken and all is right with the world.

I will have forever in my mind’s eye a six my son hit when he was quite small. I can still see that ball sailing into the air and over the boundary.

And there was the day he got a hat-trick.

That was something else – the celebrations out in the middle, the look on my wife’s face, me puffing up with pride as if I’d taken it.

I’m going to miss all that.

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Edgy country The autumn edition of Ruth magazine , a fundraising vehicle for the Queensland Country Women’s Association , was unveiled at a launch party at West End’s Avid Reader book store last week. Editor Ally Martell said the issue’s cover shot – of a model dressed in edgy fashion label Dogstar – was a breakaway from QCWA stereotypes. “Young members are the future of the QCWA and they bring wonderful energy into the organisation,” she said. Available from selected newsagencies, the magazine features recipes, crafts, fashion, gardening and travel.

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beauty with amanda horswill

POINT FORM Needles work to rejuvenate tired skin

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y Uber driver was very concerned. He was worried he was complicit in an act of torture, delivering me to a place where I would have thousands of little holes punched into my face.

“The things we do for beauty,” I reassured him.

And a month after having a Dermapen treatment, I can assure that driver that it was far from torture and totally worth it.

A Dermapen is a microneedling device, in this case applied to my face by Leona Gallagher at Simply Laser, in the Queen St Mall.

The treatment ($295) first involves the application of an anaesthetic cream. Then a pen-like device fitted with small needles is passed over the face. The needles go a few millimetres into the skin, creating “micro-point channels”. “This is perceived by the body as damage, which stimulates the release of growth factors that trigger the production of collagen and elastin,” the Dermapen makers say. “Your skin reacts to any injury by initiating the healing process.”

Leona says the process could reduce fine lines and acne scars. Some areas of my face would respond better to treatment than others, she said, however, the deep indentation between my eyebrows would need a filler to fix.

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I was scared when Leona wiped off the numbing cream. Would it hurt? At first, I couldn’t feel a thing – just a small buzzing sensation – but when the pen was applied to the thinner skin on my forehead, it did hurt – a mild sting like a small needle penetrating the skin. Bearable.

Leona finished by applying a soothing serum to reduce redness and reminded me to keep make-up to a minimum for the next few days. I was also told to keep topping up with serum for the next week, to help promote healing.

The next day, my skin was a little red but back to near-normal.

By the third day, the redness had reduced markedly and was gone by the fourth day.

A month on, and Leona is right – the texture of my skin is much better. My pores are significantly less noticeable and my base makeup glides on more easily.

The best part, however, is the absence of fine lines around my eyes. The crease in my forehead is softer and looks shallower, but Leona is right – major work would be needed to fix that chasm.

Would I recommend the treatment? I plan to do it again. I just might avoid Uber next time.

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recipes with Alastair McLeod

Perfect cure

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his dish is pretty hipster. Curing, fermentation and the use of seaweed are all very on fleek. With that said, these methods and the ingredients used are all time-honoured in the kitchen. They also take time, so be prepared.

Curing, long used as a means of preservation, is used today for the fantastic flavour it imbues. The fermented cucumber relish is funky and delicious, and has the added fillip of being good for our gut health. The seaweed, as well as lending a sense of context to the trout, gives umami, a powerhouse of savouriness.

Enjoy with a glass of kombucha.

Seaweed-cured ocean trout with oyster mayo and cucumber relish TROUT 1tbs sea salt 1tbs caster sugar 1tbs dried seaweed, chopped until quite fine 300g ocean trout fillet, skinned and pin-boned CUCUMBER RELISH 1 cucumber, peeled and grated ½ green chilli, finely chopped 2 golden shallots, finely diced

1tsp mustard seeds 1tsp sea salt 1tbs white wine vinegar 1tbs caster sugar 1tbs fennel herb, finely chopped OYSTER MAYO 300ml mayonnaise 2 oysters, freshly shucked 1 sprig bronze fennel, to garnish

Photograph • Ric Frearson STYLIST • Kara Hynes

TROUT: Mix salt, sugar and half the seaweed together and cover the ocean trout with the cure. Wrap loosely with cling film and chill for 12 hours. The next day, wash off cure, pat dry, then roll fish in remaining seaweed. Wrap tightly in cling wrap to help the seaweed stick and chill for a further 12 hours. CUCUMBER RELISH: Place cucumber, chilli, shallots and mustard seeds in a bowl and toss to combine. Stand at room temperature for 30 mins. Add salt and scrunch it in to extract the juices. Leave in a cool, dark place for 48 hours, by which time it should start to bubble. Add vinegar and sugar, stir until dissolved, then refrigerate. When ready to serve, drain and stir in fennel. OYSTER MAYO: Place mayo and oysters in a small blender along with any oyster juices and whizz until smooth. To serve: cut trout thinly and accompany with relish and mayonnaise, and a sprig of bronze fennel, if desired. Serves 4.

Alastair mcleod is the chef-owner of Al’FreshCo. alfreshco.com.au

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restaurant with tony harper

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MISOHAPI SUSHI AND RAMEN BAR

Photographs • Richard Walker

124 Boundary St, West End. Ph: 3846 5472.

Lunch and dinner daily.

V options. Street parking.

Food • 6 drinks • 6 Service • 6.5 Ambience • 6.5

here’s a primal urge lurking somewhere inside me that triggers at the sight of a yum-cha trolley. I become a Neanderthal, grabbing at everything within reach, gorging way beyond satiation. The same thing happens if I’m parked next to a sushi train, but I’m a tamer berserker.

The two work on the same principle of dangling something within easy reach of hungry diners and letting greed complete the deal. I found myself grabbing almost willy-nilly from the MisoHapi conveyer – I was hungry and my mate was hungrier.

There’s not a great deal to the place: a kitchen to the rear, the sushi train and booth seating down the middle, a couple of fridges and a counter near the front. But it is really brightly kitted out, and the service is chirpy and effervescent.

If the train idea doesn’t quite grab you, there’s a comprehensive menu that peaks with a series of ramen but spends most of its energy on nigiri, rolls and sashimi, plus some sets. There are plenty of vegetarian and vegan options.

Drinks aren’t heavily advertised, but there are soft drinks, a small collection of Japanese beers, saké and a few wines.

Without the train and its array of plates, I’d be more inclined to peruse the menu and try some of the more interesting dishes – takoyaki, unagi nigiri, perhaps an udon – but made do with the likes of tempura prawn nigiri ($4), salmon and avocado nigiri ($4.50), and a spicy chicken and avocado roll ($4.50), washed down with Yebisu. The MisoHapi seafood tasted fresh and sweet, nothing seemed fridge-stale or gave an inkling it had been circling for too long, despite the fact that it was a not terribly busy Tuesday lunch and the belt was laden.

In the end, though, the sushi was incidental. I was there for ramen – the king of noodle soups.

MisoHapi offers four broths – tonkotsu (made from pork bones, inset), miso (fermented bean paste), shio (salt) and soy – topped with pork belly, shallots and seaweed, or a vegetarian version with tofu, each $14.90. Things like egg and tofu croquettes are extras.

The beauty of good ramen lies in the broth. Different styles vary in richness, colour and texture, but they should all combine the almost oxymoronic qualities of intensity and lightness. Brisbane has a couple of terrific ramen specialists. MisoHapi makes a tasty, passable version, but it doesn’t reach the dizzy heights of the best in town. Regardless, it’s a fast, fun place to dine, and if you aren’t looking for a soul-moving ramen experience, it’s a good place to placate your primal urge.

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Lavish choice All the elements come together for a luxury weekend away

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togs were fine – and a sunken firepit with live music by the bar.

I think I’ve found resort Nirvana. It was a hot Friday With an Ink gin and a traditional pizza in a poolside cabana at afternoon when my husband, Dave, and I checked into sunset, we were in heaven.

Elements of Byron. Beyond the cool reception area, fit, Breakfast was another joyful surprise. You can order off the swimsuit-clad guests were laughing and chatting at the bar. menu, but the buffet would satisfy the greediest gourmand.

We could see a magnificent pool and lots of beautiful people.

Likewise, dinner in the restaurant, Graze, rivals anything the It looked amazing but would we fit in here? We found our competitive Byron scene serves up. And after a decent feed, on luxurious little villa – number 50 of 103 on the 22ha site that a hot summer day, it’s difficult to spend time away from hugs the shoreline of Belongil Beach, to the north of the the pool, but the onsite Osprey Spa, and a LaGaia Byron Bay township – and settled in at once. precious element facial, was calling. And worth it!

Created just over a year ago by award-winning Everything Everything about Elements is respectful of the Brisbane architect Shane Thompson with about Elements environment including the landscaping where interiors by Brisbane talent, Rowena Cornwell is respectful protection of the existing, mature vegetation was (Coop Creative), each villa is effortlessly chic and of the paramount when siting the villas. intensely inviting. They all open to the breeze environment For the active, there are free yoga sessions, a and natural light with views of the beach, a lake gym and tennis court, but we opted for an eco-trail or trees, and the clever designs ensure complete walk through rainforest, wetlands and the beach into privacy. Features include a deep, freestanding bathtub, Byron Bay (about 30 minutes each way – but watch the tide) two TVs, a gas fireplace for winter, a quality minibar (think and slow laps of the 30m pool at 6am.

Veuve Clicquot, Chivas Regal, Belvedere vodka), sliding doors Did we fit in? We were in our elements. between the split-level rooms and poetic driftwood shelving.

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portrait with Fiona Purdon

COMEBACK QUEEN Devastating injury sets dancer on new path

F Photograph • John Gass

or 16 years, Samantha Strauss nurtured the start of the film. It was in that space I started a dream of being a ballet star, until she writing for the first time.’’

Samantha, 36, lived with “horrendous pain’’ for experienced a career-ending back injury.

But that big setback has had a silver lining months while every comeback was thwarted because for Samantha – who has drawn from the her bones never healed. “I was on the couch for a emotional pain of her own experience as while, depressed and in a lot of pain, trying to work out what to do with my life.” a talented teenage dancer – in her current She decided to follow her love of writing profession as an award-winning writer. and films, attending classes in Brisbane The Sydney-based Queenslander is You have and on the Gold Coast. She worked the writer and co-creator of Dance an idea of what in casting until she wrote a script for Academy (2010-2013), a television series your life is meant her own show, and Dance Academy about aspiring dancers including rising to be … then was born. She has won two Australian star Tara Webster (Xenia Goodwin). something Writer’s Guild Awards for it, and one Now she is excited about the movie happens for Mary: The Making of a Princess. version of Dance Academy, which “I’m really proud of the (Dance Academy) follows Tara as she recovers from a back movie,” she says. “The theme of the film is injury and tries to re-launch her career in New York. Samantha, 36, says the movie is partly that you have an idea of what your life is meant to be; autobiographical. “I broke my back but never had a you have such a fixed idea and then when something comeback story and this movie is my wish fulfilment. happens, you can’t see what your life could be until “I had been sent to an instructor to get more you realise there could be a different road. The movie flexible and the instructor pushed my back too far. is about liking yourself no matter what you achieve.”

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art with phil brown

civil society

Artist takes a Captain Cook at wild colonial ways

for example, the excellent Australian film Two Hands). Paul says Fieldsy’s face “provides endless opportunities for painting”.

“The other narrative in the show depicts the portraits of a young Captain Cook with pet dog in the Illawarra landscape, either posing for a portrait or in a hunting scene,” Paul says. n image of James Cook can be read in any number of “Obviously Cook didn’t come to Australia as a young man but ways. For some it’s a proud symbol, for others it signifies, in my paintings fact and fiction are blurred deliberately, mostly well, invasion. to amuse myself.”

Artist Paul Ryan isn’t saying outright how he sees Mind you, they amuse us as well. Paul is “taking the Cook but it seems to be both ways really. His exhibition mickey out of colonial history” in his way and playing Happy Days in the Colony, now showing at Edwina with that history for painterly reasons. First of all he Corlette Gallery, does smack, by its very title, of satire.

In that Paul says Cook could be considered an “early fictional narrative loves the colours and detail of colonial uniforms.

He also loves the Illawarra region where he lives, invader” but he has admiration for the man too. he discovers and the landscape in his work is equally strong.

His portraits of Cook or a naval officer who looks truths that Paul lives at Thirroul which has form in the very like Cook (we shouldn’t be too literal he sometimes elude art world. It was where the English writer D.H. warns) are quite stunning, executed in a figurative historians Lawrence stayed when he visited Australia and expressionist style with generous lashings of paint. where he wrote his strange but fascinating novel Paul says this show is the latest instalment in Kangaroo which was partly about a fringe of right-wing an ongoing body of work that explores notions of activists in Australia at the time of his visit in 1922. colonisation.

It was also where the Australian artist Brett Whiteley died a “The show is divided into two parts,” he says. “Firstly portraits lonely death from a drug overdose in 1992. He was staying in a of actor David Field, aka Fieldsy, dressed in colonial military motel at Thirroul at the time. uniform. As an actor and master storyteller, David has become When Paul Ryan paints the landscape around Thirroul he something of a muse to me.” The pair has become firm friends is interested in forgotten, and some remembered, histories, as too and Paul says he’s a fan of Fieldsy’s work (David starred in,

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HIDDEN MEMORIES … (from left) The Sea Was Angry That

Day, My Friends; Fieldsy and the Lash; and Young Cook Hunting, Red Coat Study provoke reflection on the clash of cultures that occurred, the naivety of Europeans and the bewilderment traditional land owners must have felt.

much as the landscape itself. He says he constantly finds himself searching for the footprints of the people who came before him – be they indigenous, early colonials, whalers or others. This makes his work a multi-layered contemplation of the impact of invasion and colonisation and he also examines the damage to the natural and social worlds of the NSW south coast.

He’s like a novelist building a narrative from fragments and in that fictional narrative he discovers truths that sometimes elude historians. But there is a whimsy in his work as well as seriousness and if you know your Seinfeld you will recognise a not-so-veiled reference to that TV show, to which, he confesses, he is addicted. One of the works is a seascape entitled The Sea Was Angry That Day, My Friends. That’s from a classic episode in which George Costanza masquerades as a marine biologist with surprising and, of course, disastrous results. Paul laughs when I say that was the first thing I noticed, the Seinfeld title of one of his paintings.

But beyond the comedy and the satire he is asking serious questions. “I mean here are these guys who look civilised but who were the civilised ones, really, them or the indigenous people who had established a civilisation here over thousands of years?” A fair question.

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TALE AS OLD AS TIME … Emma Watson and Dan Stevens take to the floor in the live action version of Beauty and the Beast.

Beauty and the Beast

A Cure For Wellness

Director • Gore Verbinski CAST • Dane DeHaan, Jason Isaacs, Mia Goth RATED • MA

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There’s nothing wrong with Emma Watson’s pipes. One might argue, however, that her professional judgment is a tad off-key. Committing to Disney’s live-action version of Beauty and the Beast as her first blockbuster lead post-Harry Potter raises questions (especially since Watson chose it over Emma Stone’s Oscar-winning role in La La Land).

This rather antiseptic adaptation of the 18th century fairy tale about a kind young woman who falls in love with the monstrous prince who kidnaps her is a curious choice for an actor who has made headlines for her feminist activism.

A version of Beauty and the Beast that explores Belle’s Stockholm syndrome tendencies might have been worth exploring. But Bill Condon (Dreamgirls, The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn) sticks closely to the much-loved 1991 animated fantasy’s conservative roots.

Belle is ostracised in the village where she lives with her father Maurice (Kevin Kline) because she reads books.

Puh-lease (although to be fair, most of the locals appear to be illiterate). Much has been made of Josh Gad’s outrageously camp LeFou, the snivelling sidekick to the dastardly Gaston (Luke Evans). But if Disney’s first LGBTI character was going to be a spineless sycophant, the filmmakers would have been better to leave well enough alone.

The disappointment of Dan Stevens’ flesh-and-blood Prince, on the other hand, is probably endemic to the story – no human actor could match the computer-generated Beast with five minutes of screen time.

Criticism of Disney’s animation is tantamount to blasphemy (for a “live action” film, Beauty and the Beast has an awful lot of CGI), but for this viewer, some of the imagery simply doesn’t cut it. The eyes on Emma Thompson’s teapot, for instance, feel crude and artificial.

And the veteran British actor’s vocal performance fails to transcend the stiffness of her animated vehicle. Ewan McGregor’s candelabra Lumiere is a little more flexible.

Watson fulfils her role as a classic Disney musical lead more than adequately – she’s the best thing about the film.

But the filmmakers have nothing – apart from advances in digital technology – to add to what is a very familiar story. Twenty-five years after its first, ground-breaking Disney outing, in the wake of gender-redefining female leads in animated Disney triumphs such as Moana and Frozen, Beauty and the Beast feels almost like a throwback.

Sometimes the remedy can be worse than the disease.

Director Gore Verbinski (Pirates of the Caribbean) takes this adage and runs with it in his latest, feverishly inventive blockbuster. The rich “patients” at the Swiss Alps sanatorium where A Cure for Wellness is set are suffering from some kind of mysterious 21st century malaise.

But the instruments Jason Isaacs’ extravagantly accented doctor, Heinrich Volmer, uses to treat them were conceived at the turn of the 20th century.

The film begins with the death of a Wall Street broker who suffers a seizure after opening a letter. An ambitious junior executive named Lockhart (Dane DeHaan) is sent to the sanatorium in his place to retrieve the firm’s CEO. When he arrives, however, Lockhart quickly realises that something is not right. The CEO Pembroke proves to be an elusive quarry. And Lockhart, haunted by visions of a mysterious young woman (Mia Goth), finds it increasingly difficult to separate reality from delusion. After unexpected events stop him from leaving, Lockhart notices that no one in this exclusive spa is getting better.

One criticism you can’t level at A Cure for Wellness is a lack of imagination – but clocking in at almost two-anda-half hours, the film is overly long for its gothic B-movie aspirations. And the story has more holes than a motheaten woolly jumper. Verbinski’s atmosphere-building skills, however, are exemplary. Audiences will be on the edge of their seats right up until the preposterous end.

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BAD FEELING … Dane DeHaan in the thriller A Cure for Wellness.

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Trailblazer

Vlada Edirippulige 25 • Owner, Junky Comics, West End

What’s new with you?

I have a day off – that’s pretty new. Junky’s been running for almost two years. I just finished one of our most successful events ever, our Buffy launch. Pretty much all the art sold from it, which never happens. The art will be up (on show) for the rest of the month. About two months ago I ran into quite a pickle. If I didn’t act immediately the shop was going to close. A GoFundMe campaign was the last thing I wanted to do, but I spoke to a few people and they said, “People would rather donate than have you shut”. And afterwards people were so supportive and so wonderful.

I’ve got to keep the shop open for them.

who won’t take anything less than being at the front. That’s another reason I wanted to open the shop, because there’s so much good stuff out there by women.

What’s your greatest achievement?

I was really proud when I started up a women’s comic book club.

What do you love about Brisbane?

The community, the people. Everyone in Brisbane collaborates and does stuff together which is really nice. It’s an easy place to live and a great place to start a business because the rent’s cheaper (than in other cities). But it’s really accessible for people to find each other.

Photograph • Ric Frearson

What was your “a-ha” moment?

I think it was when I realised that I wasn’t good at anything. I finished uni and I was working in hospo (hospitality). My friends and I would share books. Shipping from the US was so expensive, so we said, “We should get shipments together”. Then I was like, wait a minute – if I start an online store I can get books for wholesale price. It was kind of a selfish venture to get books for myself and my friends, and it turned into an online store that was legit. OK, it’s a business now – whoops. It was like a joke that went too far. Then I said, maybe I’ll open up a shop.

Who or what inspires you?

Badass, strong women. Like Buffy. Like my mum. Like (American cartoonist) Alison Bechdel. Amazing writers and artists. Women

What’s your greatest extravagance?

Bad TV. Like Real Housewives. Like The Kardashians. I love it so much. And also stuff like The OC. I finished Gossip Girl for the second time in a row.

What’s next for you?

I don’t really know. I’m going to try to stay afloat for as long as I can. I want to put on more art shows and things like that. I’m thinking of turning the back of the shop into a rotating pop-up shop, with clothes, jewellery and crafty stuff. If I get people excited about what’s happening in the shop, it’s a good way to keep them coming into it.

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Fresh vision extends worn-out worker’s life

he desire to create a new not only detracted from the look and kitchen and additional usability (of the cottage), but also made it gathering spaces spurred unbearably hot in summer due to limited Ben and Jen Wiedman to airflow and freezing cold in winter as it blocked the natural light,” Jen says. renovate and extend The enclosed verandah their Red Hill posed a conundrum for worker’s cottage. Equally architects Myers Ellyett. motivating were their Returning “By returning the front ambitions to rediscover home after verandah, we effectively the humble beauty of the work or a lost two bedrooms, so historic home. weekend away removing them was a “We wanted to restore is a delight big decision,” director Bill the cottage to its original Ellyett says. “We had to find state and in the process bring a way to put two bedrooms back.” back its former glory,” Jen says.

So Myers Ellyett created a continuous Reinstating the verandah was the first step. The space had been enclosed by run of bedrooms and bathrooms that previous owners to create two additional allowed the original cottage to maintain bedrooms. “(The previous additions) its open front verandah and central

corridor, and for the new additions to connect to the back of the house.

“We intentionally split public and private spaces lineally,” Bill says. “All bedrooms are to the north, and living spaces and (the) kitchen are to the south.

“The idea was to bring northern light in from (a) high level (over the bedrooms) and breezes in through the side.”

The entry sequence was also altered, diverted from the front stairs and verandah to a new pathway along the side boundary. The front door opens to an alcove at the back of the old cottage, with a new fireplace and seating nook marking the transition from old to new.

“The fireplace is the thing that gives the whole house gravitas and it binds the house to the site. It also marks the

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SOLID IDEAS ... Brickwork defines the new additions.

entry,” Bill says. “From the street you can see the flue but you also experience it from the old house, the bathroom and the kitchen. It continues that tradition of a brick fireplace or furnace located on the back of the house.”

Contrasting materials – old timber weatherboards and flooring versus new spaces forged in masonry and concrete – make the distinction between the traditional and contemporary.

“We talked a lot about how we might achieve the sense of the room feeling outdoors,” Bill says. “(Brick) is typically reserved for outdoors. It feels neither in nor out, and yet it can be both.”

Brick floors and brick seating plinths also define a second gathering space, extending from the kitchen to the back.

“The internal brick courtyards have multiple uses: entertaining, a place to stretch out and read while still feeling like you’re outside, and on special occasions, a dance floor!” Jen says.

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“We use the bar area in the kitchen as both a drinks and a food-preparation area. It’s both beautiful and functional.

“Entertaining is something we did very seldom before the renovation due to the restrictive layout of the previous build. We now have multiple spaces to entertain in.”

Post-renovation, the unconventional and inviting spaces are a source of joy for Ben, Jen and their fur babies, French bulldogs Alphonse and Rosalina.

“Returning home after work or a weekend away is a delight,” Jen says.

“Seeing the sky lighten while we prepare breakfast or the moon against the chimney while we prepare dinner is a special treat.”

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1. Sound of water (6) 4. It’s pitiful when dad gets the twitch (8) 9. It introduces a wrong denial (4-2) 10. Abuse found in rapid dispensing of drugs (8) 12. Rides out perhaps but is unlikely to win (8) 13. Becoming respectable (6) 15. Act of revolution (4) 16. Censorious writer (4,6) 19. Law-breakers may be carried away by it (5,5) 20. Game in which all matches are exciting (4) 23. They usually lead to the quarry (6) 25. Odd number (8) 27. Plan to raise interest (8) 28. Moral goodness is an admirable quality (6) 29. Unfortunately they lack an opener (8) 30. Noisy record of a child’s progress (6)

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1. Drop in radioactivity (4,3) 2. Upset pudding starts a riot erupting in restaurant (9) 3. Dress I put on about spring (6) 5. One outside hospital may need treatment (4) 6. Centaurs (8) 7. Record start of the event (5) 8. Futuristic ball (7) 11. He will act badly being a spiteful person (7) 14. It’s not profitable to make (7) 17. Venetian painter on a cattle round-up (9) 18. Small party conflict (8)

1. Largest Mediterranean island (6) 4. Friendly (8) 9. To some extent (2,1,3) 10. Intermittently (2,3,3) 12. Agreeable (8) 13. Crave (6) 15. In good order (4) 16. Act as promptly as possible (4,2,4) 19. Have under observation (4,4,2) 20. Failure (4) 23. The start (6) 25. Southernmost point of South America (4,4) 27. Most enjoyable feature (4,4)

LIBRA

(March 21 – April 20)

(September 23 – October 23)

TAURUS

SCORPIO

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While others are happy to party this week, you seem more content to raise the drawbridge on that castle you call home. This doesn’t mean being alone.

Enjoy time with favourite friends and family – a surprise or two is likely.

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1. Small piece cut off (7) 2. Period of truce (5-4) 3. Establish co-operation (6) 5. Take care (4) 6. A spice from a dried bark (8) 7. Small stream (5) 8. Compel observance of (7) 11. Open to question (2,5) 14. Dismissal from office (7) 17. Obtained unlawfully (3-6) 18. Feeling effects of pressure (8) 19. Expertise (4-3) 21. Disadvantage (7) 22. Acme (6) 24. Closely fought (5) 26. Attitude assumed for effect (4)

Savvy Taureans know the value of making a good impression. But life has a habit of making you live up to all the responsibilities you’ve taken on. It’s no surprise if you end up in overload. Don’t promise more than you can deliver.

This week, an important life cycle comes to an end. With daily routine disrupted, prepare for the unexpected. Try to stay flexible, though, because if you choose to stay stuck in a rut, frustrating times lie ahead. Rid yourself of bad habits.

Slow down, Cancer. Take a break and give yourself a rest. If a reconciliation is necessary, try to forgive and forget.

In return, something daunting turns into a simple exercise – thanks to the generosity of a colleague or friend.

Love sidles closer this week, and it’s unlikely to be a tame entanglement.

What’s more, the attraction should be mutual. The professional pace? Equally passionate. Fortunately, few can handle creative challenges better than you.

A situation isn’t as exciting as it used to be. This is disappointing, as your heart is connected to those involved. But don’t cut ties yet. Explore new territory or options, and the answer will become obvious in good time.

So much to do and so little time.

Ambition is your driving force, but not everything is worth doing. Decide what you want before making a long-term commitment. Love has been fraught recently, but you finally get a break.

At work, new ideas blaze a fiery trail.

At home, your love life is set for a breakthrough. Financially, too, it’s all systems go. This week many Scorpios have renewed satisfaction. The time’s right to trade dreams for reality.

It’s mostly an untroubled week. As usual, you captivate friends and colleagues with your cheeky sense of fun. Mid-week, life turns a tad more serious, especially if you’re offered a new job or training course. All this and more cash, too.

Don’t be too proud to ask for help. If asked, friends will go out of their way to offer support. Over the years, others have truly appreciated your generosity, so give them a chance to repay your good deeds. You’re much loved.

Enjoyment features strongly this week, as does your social life. Ditto for romance. If you’re thinking of spending money, it could turn out to be an expensive few days. Hide PIN numbers, or prepare for a monetary meltdown.

Don’t waste energy dwelling on the past. Break down any emotional barriers between yourself and loved ones. Show affection and you’ll receive double. At work, don’t let opportunities pass you by.

ANSWERS: CRYPTIC: ACROSS: 1. Fathom, 4. Pathetic, 9. Lead-in, 10. Pharmacy, 12. Outsider, 13. Decent, 15. Turn, 16. Blue pencil, 19. Black Maria, 20. Snap, 23. Spoors, 25. Singular, 27. Intrigue, 28. Virtue, 29. Latchkey, 30. Report. Down: 1. Fall out, 2. Trattoria, 3. Origin, 5. Ache, 6. Horsemen, 7. Trace, 8. Crystal, 11. Hellcat, 14. Deficit, 17. Canaletto, 18. Skirmish, 19. Bestial, 21. Perfect, 22.

Ignite, 24. Octet, 26. Ruse. Quick: Across: 1. Sicily, 4. Amicable, 9. In a way, 10. On and off, 12. Pleasant, 13. Hanker, 15. Trim, 16. Lose no time, 19. Keep tabs on, 20. Flop, 23. Outset, 25. Cape Horn, 27. High spot, 28. Pistol, 29. Withdrew, 30. Chancy. Down: 1. Snippet, 2. Cease-fire, 3. Liaise, 5. Mind, 6. Cinnamon, 7. Brook, 8. Enforce, 11. In doubt, 14. Removal, 17. Ill-gotten, 18. Stressed, 19. Know-how, 21. Penalty, 22. Zenith, 24. Tight, 26. Pose.

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Stately spot on the river Unparalleled locale makes this home a delight

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Three other bedrooms have built-in wardrobes and share his Victorian Queenslander is located a bathroom with a deep soaking tub and glass-encased on an elevated block at the meeting of shower. the Brisbane River and Moggill Creek.

Centrally located is a dining room, while nearby is a Built in 1884, it has been renovated to lounge with a bay window and French combine modern luxuries doors opening to the verandah. Both rooms with traditional features. feature period-style fireplaces.

Surrounded by established grounds, Kenmore To the rear of the floor is the kitchen and the house enjoys river panoramas, ADDRESS • 38a Scenic Rd LAND • 5327sq m living room, the cooking space featuring complemented by a private pontoon with INSPECT • Wed, stone benchtops, European appliances and deep-water mooring.

11-11.30am; a breakfast bar.

Its inviting facade includes a decorative Saturday, 10.30-11am Walls of glass in the living room attract archway and wraparound timber deck.

AGENT • Jason Adcock, natural light, breezes and river views, Inside, polished timber floors, cornices, Adcock Prestige, opening to a covered deck. elegant chandeliers and stained glass ph: 0418 727 788 or 1300 884 788 Steps lead down to an infinity pool with panelling accentuate the design’s yesteryear AUCTION • On site, integrated resistance swimming lane and a charm.

Sat, Mar 25, from 11am floodlit tennis court, both overlooking the Four bedrooms are spread across the river and surrounded by greenery. upper level, including the main bedroom Back inside, the lower level of the house includes a rumpus featuring a walk-in wardrobe, contemporary ensuite, and room, two gym spaces and a double garage. access to the deck and a pool.

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Clayfield 135 Alexandra Road

6 A 5.5 B 4 C 1 D

The Quintessential Family Home

Auction

Positioned in one of Brisbane´s most prestigious locations, this masterfully restored Queenslander is the ultimate family home. Upon entering this magnificent home visitors are greeted by a vast open-plan entertainment area, prodigious kitchen & expansive verandah which overlooks the pool & lawn area. The master features spa like facilities & three further ensuited bedrooms are positioned on this level. The ground level features a contemporary open plan living/dining, second kitchen, two further bedrooms, media room, home office & wine cellar.

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Perfect dual living opportunity Master bed with luxury en-suite & WIR Pressed metal ceilings & polished floors Contemporary finishes Abundance of storage on both levels Impressive pool & child-friendly garden 810m2 Fully fenced block

Saturday 8th April at 2pm On Site View Wednesdays 6:00 - 6:45 pm & Saturdays 1:00 - 2:00 pm Marion Sheerman 0424 015 182 marionsheerman@mcgrath.com.au Kate Collingwood 0407 744 035 kate.collingwood@raywhite.com

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Ascot 10 Morgan Street

5A 6B 6C

The Trophy Home Of The Decade

Sale

10 Morgan Street is defined by its stunning views, perched high on Bartley’s Hill with uncompromising privacy, timeless design and enduring quality - hidden in the heart of one of Brisbane´s most prestigious inner city suburbs, Ascot. The home itself, immaculately designed and structurally perfect, is the combined dream of the current owners and leading Brisbane architect James Forbes, and showcases their determination for excellence and their ambition to achieve a design never before undertaken in the area.

• Over 1,470sqm of living space with unrivalled views • Commercial grade calacatta marble kitchen complete with scullery • Secluded parents´ retreat • Internal lift, climate-controlled wine cellar, gym and steam room

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Brookfield 144 Upper Brookfield Road

4 A 4.5 B 4 C

Exceptional Family Haven on 15 Acres

Sale

This stunningly elegant and spacious quintessential Queenslander replica has everything the modern family needs. With it’s bold, clever design and the tranquility of its surrounds, this spacious home is ideal for those looking to enjoy the beauty and tranquility of the environment whilst remaining within a close proximity to services.

The classically laid out home is a combination of country and modern living with multiple living areas inside and out. The home´s country style kitchen takes pride of place allowing for easy service to both the dining room as well as the main living hub.

• Huge machinery shed + bathroom • Dual use fireplace - warming family room and meals area • Second fireplace in formal lounge • Custom build timber wet bar - perfect for entertaining family and friends • Country style kitchen + modern features

View Please contact agent for open home times David Treloar 0409 167 261 Zac Muller 0478 784 930 raywhitealbion.com.au | 3157 1841

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Coorparoo 369 Chatsworth Road

5A 4B 3C 1E

Quintessential Family Home Offers Space and Privacy on 1,272m2

Auction

This home boasts superb district and city views from its prized location.

Wonderfully spacious, this home provides a ready-made lifestyle haven of peace, comfort and ease of living. Freshly presented and bathed in natural light, it reveals a clever layout and features a well equipped kitchen with granite benchtops and quality appliances, while zoned lounge and dining areas open to a variety of alfresco and sunbathed balconies. Set in a secure and very private gated block, you are but a stroll to buses, Martha Street and Samuel Village’s shops and popular eateries.

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• Breathtaking views to the CBD Skyline to the Glasshouse Mountains • Built over three levels using solid block and concrete construction • Sun washed gardens with sparkling pool • Entertainer’s stone kitchen • Luxurious master bedroom with views

Friday, 31 March 2017, 10:00 am Level 26, 111 Eagle Street, Brisbane View Thursday 6:15 - 6:45 pm & Saturday 10:15 - 10:45 am Ben Cannon 0413 596 496 ben.cannon@raywhite.com Justin Marsden 0413 944 837 justin.marsden@raywhite.com raywhitestonescorner.com.au/1623524 | 07 3394 2338

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Hawthorne 34 Gordon Street

3A 1B

Rare Riverfront Opportunity : Motivated Vendor Selling

Auction

This property offers you direct uninterrupted views of the Brisbane River stretching from The Powerhouse to Breakfast Creek. With direct river access the shared jetty and potential for floating pontoon offers boating and Moreton Bay access that is hard to match. Landlubbers may prefer the great Parks, Sporting facilities, Restaurants, Movie Theatres and Bars offered on the exclusive Bulimba Peninsula. The existing house has Demolition Approval (DA) leaving you free to develop your dream home or potentially negatively geared land-banking.

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Rare riverfront opportunity DA in place for house removal 442m2 block of direct riverfront land Minutes´ walk to the Hawthorne City Cat, local shops and cafes • Motivated vendor affords you this opportunity to purchase

On Site Saturday, 25 March 2017, 10:00 am View Saturday 12 - 12:30 pm & Wednesday 6 - 6:30 pm Peter Laoudikos 0422 118 288 peterl@raywhite.com Garry Price 0402 693 501 garry.price@raywhite.com raywhite.com

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Ascot 10 Towers Street

4A 3B 2C 1D

Ascot Family Living at its Finest - 665m2 allotment - Final Chance to Inspect!

Auction

This superior family home is positioned on a family friendly 665m2 allotment in one of Ascot´s most desirable elevated Streets.

Combining traditional features with contemporary open plan living, this home enjoys a multitude of living zones generously spread over two levels to offer privacy and plenty of space for the whole family to enjoy.

On first impressions, this is a home that will exceed your expectations with its intelligent use of space, excellent zoning and family harmony.

Saturday, 25 March 2017, 11:00 am On Site

• 655m2 Elevated allotment • Brand new chef appointed kitchen + designer appliances • Tastefully renovated throughout • Immaculate landscaped grounds • Low maintenance living • Ascot State School Zone

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View Tuesday 5:30 - 6:00 pm Damon Warat 0413 200 063 damon.warat@raywhite.com Dwight Ferguson 0412 385 720 dwight.ferguson@raywhite.com raywhite.com | 3868 7500

Ascot 67 Palm Avenue

3A 2B 2C 1E

Luxury Living on Prestigious Palm Ave

Auction

Luxury, lifestyle and contemporary architecture at its best. This spectacular modern, streamline home is not only a sensational showpiece but also a very practical home.

The master suite feels like you´ve checked into a luxury hotel with an abundance of space from the his and hers walk in robe + sparkling ensuite with Calcutta marble finishes, triple showerhead, modern bath and much much more.

• Chef appointed kitchen benefitting Miele appliances, hot/cold zip tap, teppanyaki cooktop • Master bedroom wing + balcony + remote blinds • Sparkling pool + alfresco dining area • Fully fenced grounds + remote intercom

Saturday, 1 April 2017, 10:00 am On Site View Wednesday 5:30 - 6:00 pm Damon Warat 0413 200 063 damon.warat@raywhite.com QLD Individual Salesperson of the Year Winner 2014 & 2015 raywhite.com | 3868 7531

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Clayfield 17 Apex Street

4A 2B 2C 1D

Position Position Position

Auction

Elegantly situated in an elevated position in a very quiet cul de sac in Clayfield is this lovely old Queenslander looking for a new family. While some attention to the house would be enormously beneficial to the new owner, it is very solidly built, so you can easily move straight in. Positioned in the Ascot State School catchment, and surrounded by Brisbane’s best private schools the location is second to none, sitting proudly on top of the hill, on a huge 733m2 allotment.

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4 Large bedrooms + library or 5th bed Formal dining with working fireplace Balcony with views North Easterly aspect Wrap around garden Close to all amenities

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Saturday 8th April at 11am On Site View Saturday 11:00 - 11:30 am & Wednesday 5:30 - 6:00 pm Guy Horsley 0418 742 991 guy.horsley@raywhite.com Kate Collingwood 0407 744 035 kate.collingwood@raywhite.com raywhite.com | 3868 7500

Paddington 29-33 Rockbourne Terrace

5A 2B 2C 1D

´Rhondda´ - Stunning Queenslander on 1147m2

Auction

Commanding over 1100m2 of premier real estate with a total of 40 metre frontage.

These outstanding properties offer astute buyers a rare opportunity to purchase a genuine Queenslander filled with rich character and heritage. The interior provides an experience of period features, timber floorboards, high ceilings, Vj paneling, cornices and large casement windows. Magnificent in its proportions and design, blessed by a sought-after position, only 4km from the CBD, moments walk to transport and the best of Paddington.

• Queenslander on 743m2 plus Vacant land 404m2 • Generous living and dining areas • Rear paved courtyard • Wrap around verandah- easterly aspect • Framed by manicured gardens • Two Lots- Two Titles

On Site Saturday 8th April 3pm View Wednesday 5:30 - 6:00 pm & Saturday 1:00 - 1:45 pm George Hadgelias 0403 062 062 george.hadgelias@raywhite.com Max Hadgelias 0411 276 372 max.hadgelias@raywhite.com raywhite.com | 3369 6488

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Teneriffe 16 Walker Avenue

5A 3B 2C

1,116sqm of Teneriffe Hill’s Finest

Auction

Properties like 16 Walker Avenue are rare offerings in every sense of the word. Perched high on Teneriffe Hill this substantial residence sits proudly atop a sprawling 1,116sqm double lot with unparalleled potential. This pocket of premium Teneriffe real estate is a blue-chip investment, and is surrounded by a magnitude of premier properties. 16 Walker Avenue offers the owner the opportunity to live and breathe the peninsula lifestyle with few in comparison.

• 1,116sqm block with Post War home on two separate titles

• 26.8m frontage w/ potential to split (STCA) • 5 generous bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, multiple living and entertaining zones • Bring your architect, town planner and let your imagination run wild • Renovate, split, remove and build

Forthcoming Auction View Saturday 12:00 - 12:30 pm Matt Lancashire 0416 476 480 matt.lancashire@raywhite.com Scott Darwon 0401 151 090 scott.darwon@raywhite.com rwnf.com.au

Ray White New Farm

West End 1102/21 Buchanan Street

3A 2B 2C 1E

Split-Level 251sqm Riverfront Luxury

Sale

Setting the benchmark for riverfront living, Unit 1102 at Vida Apartments is an exceptionally rare opportunity that encompasses a bespoke design and top grade finishes throughout. This split level apartment offers 251sqm of direct riverfront living allowing magical views up and down the Brisbane River and out across to Mount Cootha. With a modern luxurious finish and an abundance of floor to ceiling glass to capture the uninterrupted river views plus ample natural light, the contemporary styling exudes class at every turn and defines Inner City riverfront living.

• Generous master suite with walk through robe and luxury ensuite • Designer kitchen with stone finish and Gaggenau appliances • Exclusive split level design with top floor spacious living room with balcony access • Brand new riverfront apartment

View Please contact agent for open home times Phillip Harrigan 0400 043 426 phillip.harrigan@raywhite.com rwnf.com.au | 07 3358 0623

Ray White New Farm

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Maleny 342 North Maleny Road

7A 6B 7C 1E

96* Lush Usable Acres In Prestigious North Maleny With Coastal Views

Auction

Arguably one of, if not, the finest 96* acres ever offered to the market in Maleny and indeed the Sunshine Coast Hinterland; this parcel of land with a stunning home and self-contained cottage stands in a league of its own. Located only 3.4km* to the vibrant town of Maleny, 40min* to Sunshine Coast beaches and 75min* to Brisbane Airport.

The land is fully usable with green rolling hills, deep well drained soils, permanent creek and dams and there are sensational views to the Sunshine Coast. This property presents a once in a lifetime opportunity. Inspections are a must!

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First-class lifestyle property on 96* acres 5 bed fully renovated contemporary home Premium fixtures and fittings throughout 2 bed cottage, 8 stables, 4 bay workshop Stunning coast views, wide road frontage Permanent water creek and four dams Tightly held for many years - must be sold!

Ray White Maleny

Friday, 7 April 2017, 10:30 am "In Room" Level 26, 111 Eagle Street Brisbane Q 4001 View Saturday 1:00 - 1:45 pm & By Appointment Melinda Martin 0497 550 161 melinda.martin@raywhite.com Tanya Stainton 0499 889 722 tanya.stainton@raywhite.com raywhitemaleny.com.au/1625260/ | 5499 9966

Stanthorpe ’Mavinfield’ 5 Mavin Lane

3A 3B 5C

Granite Belt Grandeur - "Immediate Liquidation Required"

Auction

A change in direction dictates the immediate sale of this beloved home.

The immaculately presented 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom home is testament to the care, dedication and love the owners have put in over the years. Designed with entertaining in mind, the home features large open plan living areas, chefs kitchen with breakfast bar and clever alfresco dining areas.

Surrounded by boutique wineries, renowned restaurants & National Parks, ’Mavinfield’ is an idyllic home at the heart of this burgeoning tourism region.

Ray White Rural Queensland

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8.37ha (20.7 acres) rich grey soils 2.5 hrs Brisbane, 15 mins Stanthorpe Entertaining pavilion, established garden 3 car garage and 4m high shed 6 paddocks, laneway with excellent water This exceptional property will be sold far below replacement cost, Be Quick!

Friday, 31 March 2017, 10:30 am Level 26, 111 Eagle Street, Brisbane View By Appointment Jez McNamara 0427 270 280 jmcnamara@raywhite.com Andrew Goodall 0412 093 551 agoodall@raywhite.com raywhiteruralqld.com | 3231 2222

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Highgate Hill P03/180 Dornoch Terrace

3A 2B 2C

Landmark Building With Superb Finishes

Sale

Understated Luxury and Exclusivity are the words that come to mind when asked to describe one of the most sought-after Brisbane developments "The Highgate". Located on the plaza level, this apartment is the last to be released, with its idyllic northern aspect this is the only residence in the building that has its own landscaped area for exclusive use.

• Boutique development with only 35 residences • Generous floor plan with 225m2 in total • Landscaped exclusive use area • Idyllic northern aspect with CBD views • Lap pool - manicured gardens • Brisbane State High catchment

$1,660,000 View Saturday 12:15 - 1:00 pm & Wednesday 6:00 - 6:30 pm Luke Croft 0411 847 001 luke.croft@raywhite.com raywhite.com | 3010 2600

Ray White South Brisbane

Holland Park 6 Carrington Place

5A 4B 5C 1E

Hilltop Position, Blue Chip Location, Exceptional Family Home on 1019m2

Auction

Surrounded by prestigious homes in an exclusive private cul-de-sac enclave 6 Carrington Place is an outstanding 1019m2 property with a stunning two level family residence designed to embrace Queensland living at its best. An elegant fusion of contemporary and traditional design is the result of a meticulous renovation to the rendered brick 1980 ´s home, which offers the oversized room proportions of its era, complimented with modern and luxurious finishes.

On Site Thursday, 30 March 2017, 6:00 pm View Saturday 2:15 - 2:45 pm Ben Cannon 0413 596 496 ben.cannon@raywhite.com Jack Dixon 0408 756 694 jack@dixonfamily.net.au raywhitestonescorner.com.au | 07 3394 2338

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Four indoor living/dining/lounge areas Ducted air-conditioning and ceiling fans Security (gated entrance) and privacy Outdoor terraced entertaining area, with oversized pool and spa • Five car garaging plus workshop

Dixon Family Estate Agents

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Kenmore Hills / Chapel Hill 99 Tinarra Crescent

4A 2B 2C

Outstanding Acreage Only 10kms from the City

Sale

Located in the private, prestige enclave of Tinarra Crescent with Mt Coot-tha at your doorstep is this stunning residence boasting a tranquil, welcoming ambience. Triple gated frontage, sprawling across one level the sophisticated luxury home has the perfect NE aspect & captures an inspiring outlook to the bush over McKay Brook while cool summer breezes are enjoyed along the wide wrap-around verandahs.

With only one owner this high quality "Courage Home" has attention to detail throughout with modern renovations.

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Personal Chipping Green for Golfers Well-appointed Hamptons Eat-in Kitchen Separate Lounges for Children & Parents 9 ft Ceilings & Ducted Air-conditioning Room for Tennis Court & Pool 2.5 acres - wonderful Gardens & Lawns Inner Acreage - One of Brisbane’s Finest

View Saturday 1:00 - 1:45 pm & Tuesday 2:00 - 2:45 pm Michelle McLeod 0418 787 312 michelle@mcleodpartners.com.au No 2 & 4 Salesperson in Qld 2015 / 2016 michellemcleod.com/3498030 | 3878 1888

Ray White Indooroopilly

East Brisbane 159 Lytton Road

Coorparoo 23 Welwyn Crescent

River Access Without A Riverfront Price!

4A 2B 2C

Truly Sensational

5A 3B 3C 2D

• One of Brisbane’s ’best kept secrets’ is Norman Creek and the properties that sit on it’s banks.

• Take your own boat from the mooring at the bottom of your garden. For a night out, The City, The Valley and the Bulimba cafe and cinema precinct • Flood-free 2 level character home • 771m2 terraced block

Auction

For the Connoisseur of finer living, this classic residence in one of Brisbane´s most coveted Dress Circles offers timeless charm so carefully enhanced for a gracious modern lifestyle, blending the traditional architecture with a considered craftsman-built extension adding a host of exceptional features for modern recreation and gracious entertaining. A lifestyle only a few can enjoy!

Sale

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Friday, 31 March 2017, 10:30 am Ray White Corporate, Level 11, 111 Eagle St Brisbane View Saturday 1:00 - 1:30 pm George Trovas 0411 073 363 george.trovas@raywhite.com raywhitebulimba.com | 3914 0000

View By Appointment Kay Smith 0411 318 522 kay.smith@raywhite.com raywhite.com | 3421 1913

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Kings Beach Unit 5 & 6 of 17 Ormonde Terrace

Holland Park 20 Murton Avenue

Exceptional Beachfront Position

3A 3B 2C 1D

Effortless Charm - Exquisite Family Home

5A 3B 2C

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Auction

Redefined Queenslander combining traditional period features with modern touches • Open plan kitchen with stone benches, integrated fridge & custom cabinetry • Fully detached, self-contained studio • Master with private balcony, W.I.R, ensuite & spa • North facing entertainment areas on 650m2 block

Auction

Generous two-storey penthouse apartment Expansive uninterrupted ocean and beach views Boutique, private and secure complex Impeccably decorated and offered furnished Substantial fully-enclosed rooftop entertaining area Personal purpose-built fully equipped gym Sparkling pool set in landscaped gardens

Ray White Caloundra

The Events Centre, Caloundra Wednesday, 29 March at 11am View Friday 5 - 5:30 pm & Saturday & Sunday 12 - 12:30 pm Donna Sheen 0431 412 599 donna.sheen@raywhite.com raywhitecaloundra.com.au/1622603

Ray White Mt Gravatt

Spring Hill 43 Mein Street

Point Lookout 13 Bambara Street

Closest Vacant Land to the CBD

Perfect for family or holiday home

The opportunities are endless with this 253m2 corner block within a five minutes’ walk to the CBD. Currently under a ´District Centre´ zoning the vacant land offers two street access via Mein Street & Bowen Street.

Please call if you have any interest in this property as this is an extremely rare chance to purchase one of the last pieces of vacant land this close to the CBD.

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Auction Saturday, 25 March 2017, 9:00 am Onsite Contact agent to register interest Sam Mayes 0402 094 553 Zac Tully 0413 820 274 raywhite.com | 3144 5200

This lowset 6 bedroom home is located in one of Point Lookout’s most sought after streets and is only a short walk to beaches, shops, public transport and the Straddie Hotel. It is surrounded by quality homes often referred to as Point Lookout’s dress circle.

On Site Sat 1st April 11:30am View Saturday 11 - 11:30 am & Wednesday 5:30 - 6pm Grant Boman 0413 381 434 grant.boman@raywhite.com Jade Keary 0430 062 424 jade.keary@raywhite.com

6A 2B 2C 1E Auction On Site Sunday, 9 April 2017, 10:00 am Chris Ransley 0402 207 099 chris.ransley@raywhite.com raywhite.com/North Stradbroke Island | 3409 8255

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Southern Downs 5 Mavin Lane, Cottonvale the residence boasts red cedar joinery, outdoor Encompassing more than 8ha of elevated land entertaining areas and established gardens. in the heart of the Granite Belt region, this The interior focuses on open living spaces, impressive property boasts six paddocks and a including a formal dining room and lounge luxurious homestead. room with a fireplace. A sunroom provides Known as Mavinfield, it is close to national additional space for relaxation, while the nearby parks, hiking trails and Stanthorpe’s collection kitchen is a culinary haven of fine-dining restaurants and with stainless-steel appliances, wineries. spacious benchtops and a biThe well-established property details folding serving window opening offers ideal farming conditions LAND • 8.37ha to a tiled deck. for growing fruit, supported by INSPECT • By appointment The residence has three cattle yards, three-phase power AGENT • Andrew Goodall, bedrooms with plantation and an underground irrigation Ray White Rural Brisbane, ph: 0412 093 551 or 3231 2222 shutters and air-conditioning. system connected to six water AUCTION • Level 26, Two of the bedrooms also have tanks and a reliable well, which 111 Eagle St, Brisbane, ensuites. provide more than 28,000 Fri, Mar 31, from 10.30am There are three areas for gallons of water. outdoor entertaining, including A central laneway to the the covered deck surrounded by a rock garden, paddocks, three-street frontage and easy highway a courtyard with water feature, and a dining access also give the property opportunities for pavilion with log fireplace. tourism ventures and future development.

Separated from the main house is a three-door With a northeasterly outlook, the modern Colorbond garage with a bathroom, standing three-bedroom homestead captures countryside alongside a drive-through motorhome garage views and cooling breezes. Designed to with a 4m-high roof. complement the surrounding environment,

Ascot 128 Oriel Road Register Your Interest Now - May Sell Prior

A rare event - vacant land for sale in Ascot. Situated in one of the most beautiful suburbs in Brisbane & offering the flexibility to create larger home designs. Ascot State School catchment.

• Rare square shaped 439 sq metre block • 15 metre frontages on 2 sides • Land - Land - Land - don’t miss out!

Ray White Ascot

Fig Tree Pocket 1 Leinster Street Auction

Saturday, 1 April 2017 9am Onsite View Saturday 11:00 - 11:30 am Marianne White 0412 453 139 marianne.white@raywhite.com Frances Roberts 0418 789 197 frances.roberts@raywhite.com

Rare Family Gem Opposite 25 Acre Park • • • • • •

597 m2 elevated block Three generous sized bedrooms, all with built-ins Office downstairs plus huge family area Spacious open plan lounge/dining room Well-appointed, recently renovated kitchen Easy access to freeway and bike paths

Ray White Paddington

3A 2B 2C Sale

View Wednesday 3:30 - 4:30 pm & Saturday 10:00 - 10:45 am & Saturday 1:30 - 2:15 pm Jeff Smith 0432 003 355 jeff.smith@raywhite.com raywhite.com/1612044 | 3369 6488

home selling tips Moffat Beach Unit 6/24 McIlwraith Street Beautiful Beachside Apartment • • • • • •

Beautiful ocean and Island views Dual living areas with front and rear balconies New modern kitchen & new carpets throughout Secure car parking plus storage room Share use of roof top Just a stroll to cafes, restaurants and beach

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Closing 5pm, Friday, 24 March 2017 View Saturday & Sunday 11 - 11:30 am Andrew Garland 0403 851 777 andrew.garland@raywhite.com raywhitecaloundra.com.au/1621776 | 5491 5055

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ONE OAK The perfect house alternative, penthouse style living within the heart of Brisbane’s lifestyle mecca.

NEWSTEAD ONE OAK 1007/60 Doggett Street

INSPECT Saturday & Sunday 11am – 12pm

ONE OAK provides penthouse living at its best. Designed with both practicality and luxurious living in mind, Residence 1007 offers an expansive 175m2 floor plate. The open plan entertaining off the living and dining room interacts perfectly with the deluxe kitchen, and state-of-the-art wine cellar, flowing out to a private balcony with built-in barbeque. Three large bedrooms complemented with their own ensuites and walk-in robes are set away from the main living space. Two separate offices, separate laundry and powder room complete this exquisite house alternative in the heart of Newstead.

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FOR SALE Simon Caulfield 0437 935 912 Jenny Kazoullis 0447 137 641 PLC-OP2958 _BN_A

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LANDMARK Award winning Cremorne, one of Queensland’s most significant homes, is positioned atop prestigious Hamilton Hill on a 2,435m2 land holding.

HAMILTON 34 Mullens Street

INSPECT Saturday 2 – 2:30pm

Cremorne indulges in exquisite 180 degree views of the CBD and Brisbane River. This iconic estate was originally built in 1905 and has received a complete restoration and heritage approved pavilion extension.

The home’s internal features include stained glass windows, 13ft high ceilings, three fireplaces and polished timber flooring. Five generously sized bedrooms are serviced by four bathrooms. The gourmet kitchen features Corian and stainless steel benchtops and restaurant grade appliances. This home also includes 13m lap pool, 3,000 bottle wine cellar and a luxurious master retreat.

5 BED 4 BATH 4 CAR + POOL

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AUCTION Thursday 30 March at 6:30pm, Place Auction Rooms, 33 Lytton Rd, East Brisbane

Sarah Hackett & Damian Hackett 0488 355 553 PLC-OP2958 _BN_B

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GOLDICOTT

In real estate you get blue chip and blue ribbon, “Goldicott” is the platinum of real estate!

Set on a magnificent 12,340m2 of hilltop land showcasing blistering city views.

TOOWONG 65 Grove Crescent

INSPECT Saturday 8:30 – 9:30am EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

Enjoying a whisper quiet and private position this residence is steeped in history with its beginnings dating back to 1885. With expansive proportions and classic heritage features you will have a rare opportunity to create a home of unsurpassed substance and style. The extensive grounds give you the added opportunity to re-develop (subject to council approval) whilst appreciating a luxurious, awe-inspiring lifestyle. Are you looking to make an astute investment today, for your future? This is it! Surrounded by renowned schools, the Toowong café, shopping and business precinct a stroll away and city close at hand - this is a prized property in a platinum position.

Andrew Degn 0417 068 878

9 BED 4 BATH 2 CAR

Mike Walsh 0401 059 741

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MASTERPIECE This magnificent architect designed contemporary home, positioned on a level 1,553m2 block with breathtaking city views, truly exceeds all expectations.

PADDINGTON 22 Reading Street

INSPECT Call for an inspection today

This stunning proper ty has been meticulously constructed and boasts the finest in luxur y finishes.

Every detail has been thought of and the result is a show stopping home, which is also functional and timeless. There are five ensuited bedrooms, including an opulent master suite and a fully self-contained guesthouse or home office. This is the ultimate lifestyle home, with multiple entertaining areas, including a pavilion alongside the double lane 25 metre lap pool and generous backyard. Located on a significant, elevated landholding, the home enjoys sweeping views of the CBD and surrounding suburbs.

5 + BED 7 BATH 6 CAR + POOL

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AUCTION Saturday 1 April at 5pm, on-site

Tim Douglas 0413 877 000 PLC-OP2958 _BN_D

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POINTLUXE Located in St Lucia, just 4km from the CBD, these four bedroom homes set the standard for luxury living in Brisbane.

ST LUCIA 10-16 Ironside Street

INSPECT Saturday 1:45 – 2:15pm

Set over three levels these stunning, private and spacious residences feature a resort style pool and a remarkable blend of outdoor and indoor living spaces. Thoughtfully designed by Pointcorp Developments, they boast unparalleled craftsmanship and a blue-chip lifestyle. Featuring sleek lines and an expansive sense of space in the living areas combined with the stylish contemporary kitchen flowing to the open plan living spaces that are flooded with natural light. The outdoor entertaining provides the ultimate in modern lifestyle and encapsulates Queensland living by combining privacy and practicality with an elegance unmatched elsewhere.

4 BED 3 + BATH 2 CAR + POOL

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FOR SALE Simon Wheelans 0417 799 963 Wade Ruffin 0408 155 111 PLC-OP2958 _BN_E

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MANLY 41 Wellington Street Wellington Street is an exclusive and premier address and vacant blocks are exceedingly rare. This is an absolute, once in a lifetime opportunity to secure 425m2 of blue chip land in one of the finest and tightest held locations in South East Brisbane. With an outstanding location by the water, your architecturally designed residence deserves to be constructed here. Capturing bay breezes and an abundance of natural light, just imagine those picturesque surrounds that will be visible from every level of the house. Manly is one of the best suburbs in Brisbane holding an iconic waterfront location.

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AUCTION Saturday 1 April at 2pm, on-site

Marc Sorrentino 0488 886 272 PLC-OP2958 _BN_F

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TOOWONG 1401/527 Coronation Drive

3 BED 2 BATH 3 CAR + POOL

Offering superior quality for relaxed, executive living, this apartment is a private and opulent haven at BANC. Upon entry you will be charmed by the living areas showcasing 12 metre frontage of uninterrupted Brisbane River and city views. Designed for the entertainer, the gourmet kitchen is set to inspire, fully equipped with Gaggenau and Liebherr appliances including wine fridge and butler’s pantry. With exclusive complex features such as an infinity pool and sub-tropical gardens, this prestigious property truly is a step above the rest.

INSPECT Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 12 – 2pm, Saturday and Sunday 2 – 4pm FOR SALE Buyers in the $2M’s

CHELMER 49 Glenwood Street

Simon Caulfield 0437 935 912 Annabelle O’Hare 0418 884 734

4 + BED 2 + BATH 2 CAR + POOL

Architectural excellence has brought this original post-war cottage back to life and turned this abode into a modern masterpiece. Designed by the award winning Shaun Lockyer Architects the home embraces a contemporary family lifestyle. The split level living and dining area features soaring high ceilings accentuated by the floor-to-ceiling ‘Aneeta’ windows. Slide back the oversized custom timber doors to embrace the indoor/outdoor living experience. Step out onto the terraced yard, providing the perfect place to relax and overlook the alluring saltwater pool.

INSPECT Wednesday 5:30 – 6pm and Saturday 1 – 1:45pm AUCTION Saturday 8 April at 12pm, on-site

Peter May 0409 543 546 Brad Robson 0414 773 437 PLC-OP2958 _BN_G

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CHELMER 177 Laurel Avenue

5 BED 3 BATH 4 CAR + POOL

Peacefully set in Chelmer’s prestigious Laurel Avenue, this stately 1920’s homestead positioned on an expansive 1,032m2 block of land has been lovingly preserved. Showcasing original features enhanced with modern additions, the living and dining areas lead to the spacious kitchen that unfolds to the expansive rear deck. The master retreat with a bay window, walk-in robe and ensuite, two additional bedrooms and a main bathroom complete this top floor. Downstairs, two further bedrooms adjoin to a large multipurpose space. Double bi-fold doors open to the second rear deck that overlooks the heated pool.

INSPECT Saturday 11 – 11:30am and Thursday 6:15 – 6:45pm AUCTION Thursday 30 March at 6:30pm, Place Auction Rooms, 33 Lytton Rd, East Brisbane

HIGHGATE HILL 83 Hampstead Road

Ann-Karyn Fraser 0419 708 094

5 BED 3 BATH 2 CAR +POOL

Offering an unrivalled lifestyle, this Highgate Hill home occupies a premier 417m2 of modern luxury. The top level’s open plan living and dining is finished with floor-to-ceiling windows, boasting impressive city views. On the middle level, you will find four spacious bedrooms just steps away from two central bathrooms. Downstairs, a third living area and master bedroom awaits. Make your way outside to the outdoor entertaining area with in-ground pool. It is a rarity in this market place to find such a spacious, contemporary and luxurious home within easy reach of the highlights of South Bank and the CBD.

INSPECT Wednesday 6:30 – 7pm and Saturday 12:30 – 1pm FOR SALE

Ben White 0414 647 582 PLC-OP2958 _BN_H

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Hamilton 50 Hillside Crescent to a formal dining room with a chandelier and With expanses of glass and multiple outdoor a formal lounge with a fireplace. Glass bi-fold areas capturing city and river views, this fivedoors connect the kitchen to a rear courtyard bedroom residence epitomises innovative and with established gardens. opulent living. Next to a four-car garage, an The dining and lounge rooms open to a riverentry foyer featuring a 13-person tinted glass facing terrace with an infinity pool and built-in elevator, and a staircase, offers access to the barbecue area. upper levels.

A bedroom with a walk-in The first floor has a versatile wardrobe and ensuite, and a bedroom with ensuite and balcony. details laundry with access to a drying Up another level, the elevator LAND • 622sq m courtyard, occupy the rear opens to an entertainment INSPECT • By appointment left of the residence, while the space with plantation shutters, a AGENT • Dwight Ferguson, entertainment room stands out Ray White Ascot, powder room and bi-fold doors ph: 0412 385 720 with a bar area featuring glass to a partially covered terrace with or 3868 7500 cabinets, a dishwasher and river views.

FOR SALE • By tender, commercial-grade bar fridge.

Custom joinery, polished closing Thu, Mar 30, 4pm The third level has three tiles, high ceilings and ducted more bedrooms, including the airconditioning give the main with river views, a walk-in wardrobe and residence a homely yet executive ambience, with an elegant ensuite with twin vanities, a double the thoughtful floorplan split into two wings and shower and spa bath. The other bedrooms also nearly every room opening to an outdoor area. have ensuites, while one opens through a wall To the right rear of the level is a kitchen of bi-folding doors to a terrace. Separating these with timber cabinetry, elongated benchtops, two bedrooms from the main is a television integrated European appliances and a bi-fold room and study space with built-in shelving. serving window. The cooking space is adjacent

ASCOT 1/59 Lapraik Street

3 BED 2+ BATH 2 CAR

Currently under construction and due for completion June 2017, Nido Apartments is a unique offering of only 12 apartments, set above the canopy on Bartley’s Hill in Ascot. The townhouse style apartments have each been meticulously designed over two levels to ensure all balconies capture panoramic views, including the Brisbane CBD to the south. Complemented by Miele appliances, the highest quality finishes are used throughout the thoughtfully designed interiors. A seamless combination of boutique development, architectural design and desirable location presents an unmissable opportunity.

INSPECT By appointment FOR SALE From $925,000

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35 Burdett St, Albion

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Community and convenience blend superbly at Albion’s trendiest

Thursday 5pm to 6pm Saturday 11:30pm to 2pm Sunday by appointment

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new residences. For buyers seeking an innovative and affordable inner-city home, 35 Burdett St is the ultimate destination. On the fringe of the CBD and with wonderful access to public transpor t, this is exciting apar tment living with a vibrant neighbourhood appeal.

Secure your oppor tunity to acquire prime proper ty in Brisbane’s greatest growth corridor.

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By Appointment Achieve the five-star lifestyle of your dreams by securing this sophisticated home in the sky overlooking Brisbane. The iconic three-

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bedroom Cottee Parker-designed residence is an inspired work of architecture reminiscent of the finest international hotel suites.

A sleek super-yacht style interior and spectacular nor th-facing views across the CBD position this proper ty in a class of its own.

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ELEGANCE MERGES 25 Mayhew Street, Sherwood

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Secure this unique oppor tunity to live in Sherwood’s most desirable

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new destination. M25 is a Lacey Developments boutique collection of apar tments exquisitely planned and positioned in the hear t of a vibrant cosmopolitan neighbourhood. Elegance merges with functionality inside these two and three bedroom superior homes where high ceilings, sliding glass doors and broad windows allow for an abundance of natural light.

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252 Wellington Road East Brisbane 4 Beds 3 Baths 4 Cars

Commanding a prized 430sqm North East facing riverfront parcel, this architecturally redesigned c1937 Art Deco residence embraces a seamless indoor/ outdoor layout featuring refined period details and only the finest of contemporary finishes. It's peacefully set in a no through road and absolutely flood free.

Auction Sunday 9 April 11am View Tuesday 5.30pm-6pm Saturday 11am-11.30am Agent Sherrie Storor 0466 872 705 Gail Miller 0415 377 600

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Northgate 119 Ridge St The shared bathroom is naturally lit and This luxuriously appointed 1920s Queenslander comes with a frosted glass shower, bathtub and showcases heritage appeal on an expansive timber-finished vanity. block. Surrounded by greenery, it is close to the The spacious kitchen complements its airport, boutiques, cafes and restaurants. surroundings with timber benchtops and The single-storey layout has numerous indoor cabinetry, quality stainless steel appliances and a and outdoor entertaining areas, along with large serving window to the rear private living spaces. deck. Its accompanying breakfast Entry is preceded by an area flows to the deck through established garden with lawn, details bi-fold doors. This sprawling LAND • 880sq m trees and shrubs and passes INSPECT • Sat, outdoor entertaining space is through a covered upper veranda 12.30-1pm covered by an angular roof with with ornate balustrade. Inside, AGENT • Janelle McKenna, exposed timber beams. Stairs lead elegant period features such as Ray White Ascot, down to a backyard and lagoonpolished hoop pine floors, high ph: 0417 004 845 style pool with covered gazebo ceilings, VJ walls and decorative or 3868 7500 and surrounding native palms. cornices flow throughout.

AUCTION • On site, Sat, Mar 25, from 1pm The rear deck also incorporates A hallway with artistic a stylish guesthouse with an archways separates the three ensuite, walk-in wardrobe and loft. A single-car bedrooms, all of which boast built-in wardrobes garage is underneath the main house. and carpet. The main bedroom also has French With solar power and multiple water tanks, doors to the front veranda. this property has a focus on environmental Open-plan dining and lounge rooms sustainability. Year-round comfort is ensured, provide a seamless transition from formal to thanks to a fully insulated roof, ceiling fans and informal living, and feature airconditioning and an abundance of cooling breezes. traditional casement windows.

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99 King Arthur Terrace Tennyson 4 bed | 2 bath | 2 car Expressions of Interest by 7 April View Saturday 18 March 1.30pm-2.30pm urbanproperty.com.au/3529486 Ben Wakely 0405 000 219 Victor Du Bois 0439 969 693

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This 1,948sqm block of prime real estate is certain to create great excitement. Ideally positioned with approximately 46m of direct river frontage, and awaiting the perfect owner to create their dream home.

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This 70’s architectural style home in an idyllic riverside location is offered to the market for the first time in many years. This presents a once in a lifetime opportunity and proposes fantastic dividends to the fortunate purchaser.

The massive north facing allotment creates an enormous potential to extend, renovate, subdivide or remove (subject to council approval). Don’t miss this rare offering in a sought after location.

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Yeronga Riverfront Estate Offering more than 1000sqm of luxury living stretched over three expansive levels this immaculate residence overlooks the captivating Brisbane River across to the St Lucia Golf Links, with stunning interiors and first class entertainment and leisure features.

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19 Ormadale Road, Yeronga Inspect By Appointment

Multiple indoor and outdoor entertainment areas, six oversized bedrooms (four ensuited), separate nanny quarters, decadent interiors, full sized flood lit tennis court and pavilion, pontoon, concrete slipway, boathouse and deck, heated infinity edge pool and spa, 5000 bottle air-conditioned wine cellar, surround theatre room, and ample undercover garaging and storage are indicative of the compelling quality and features of this property.

Located in a blue-chip quiet riverfront street, only 5kms to the Brisbane CBD, this 2725m2 property (2 Titles) with 43 metres of absolute river frontage will suit buyers who appreciate ‘the best of the best’ in quality, size, design, privacy and convenience.

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Patrick Dixon 0414 817 817

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REIQ Small Residential Agency of the Year 2017

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Brand New Executive Residence – Panoramic City Views Architectural excellence, outstanding quality and a north easterly elevated position – this brand new commanding residence on a 774m2 allotment presents a rare opportunity to secure a luxurious lifestyle in one of Toowong’s premier addresses.

With exceptional devotion to function and form, separate wings of living, to suit all family members, are cleverly interconnected with glass sliding doors and a central outdoor entertainment and leisure deck, plunge pool and grassed flat lawn.

The master suite offers full city views, a double walk in robe and generous ensuite. A separate wing of living includes three large bedrooms, central bathroom and additional living/media room. A fully selfcontained apartment with its own entry is located on the lower level.

Architectural Excellence On 1601m2 This spectacular contemporary residence on 1601m2 designed by celebrated architect Noel Robinson embraces an idyllic north easterly aspect, with uncompromised luxurious living, in a tightly held dress circle location.

Suspended 15-foot high ceilings incorporating oversized glass panels, integrated customised joinery and storage, limestone tiling and finishes are some of the numerous features built into this visually stunning residence. The clever single level design offers a multitude of areas for the family to share or enjoy in privacy.

Boasting a flood lit championship tennis court framed with mature landscaping, adjacent to Indooroopilly Golf Course, this executive residence delivers an unrepeatable value proposition for families who treasure privacy, convenience, family gatherings within a luxurious environment.

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108 Gower Street, Toowong Open Saturday 11:00am – 11:45am Private Auction – 1 April 2017

Jack Dixon 0408 756 694

jack@dixonfamily.net.au

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Patrick Dixon 0414 817 817

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Pullenvale 109 Herron Road

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A Grand Estate Meets Refined Elegance Appassionata is Italian for ’With Passion’ whilst Villa is Italian for ’Estate’. Combined it provides the opulence of ’Appassionata Villa’ which takes pride of place in the hills of Pullenvale on Millionaires’ Row. The Villa was inspired by the design of the French provincial villa owned by the late French Couturier, Oscar de la Renta.

Approximately 1000sqm of opulent living nestled within a 12,000sqm estate, this home epitomizes a grand lifestyle with a

seamless transition between indoor & out as the timber and marble blend, via extensive glass doors, into the vast expanse of elegant sandstone. The utilization of formal and informal living is what makes living here truly enviable.

If time was endless our current owners would never sell, however, the time has now come for a changing of the guard. This is a unique opportunity to acquire your own part of the Beauty of Europe.

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View by private viewing.

Contact agent for details.

Scott Gemmell 0414 606 114 Brett Greensill 0410 506 695 New Farm 3146 5400 4/599 Brunswick Street

All information contained herein is gathered from sources we consider to be reliable. However, we cannot guarantee or give any warranty about the information provided. Interested parties must solely rely on their own enquiries.

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Character Filled Post War Home On 668sqm With So Much Potential!!

When it comes to location, it really doesn´t get any better than this. Situated in the highly prized Ironside school catchment, this beautiful character home is perched on the elevated side of a quiet leafy street & is absolutely brimming with potential. The property has plenty of beautiful period features including timber floor boards & ornate cornices & offers the perfect blank canvas for our new owners to make it their own.

The opportunity is here to potentially renovate, lift, & or extend (all subject to council approval) to improve the great bones of this property & create your dream home. Tidy properties on generous blocks like this are hard to find & are becoming rarer by the second. With the incredible list of amenities surrounding the Indooroopilly Shopping Centre only moments away, don´t miss your opportunity to secure this stunning property & lock in a super convenient lifestyle for your family!

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Wednesday, 22nd March 5:30pm - 6:00pm Saturday, 25th March 9:30am - 10:30am

Brock Smith 0447 599 527 Brisbane West 3871 1811 52 High Street, Toowong Qld 4066

All information contained herein is gathered from sources we consider to be reliable. However, we cannot guarantee or give any warranty about the information provided. Interested parties must solely rely on their own enquiries.

26 North Point Avenue, Kingscliff

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on the Park in Renovare’ is now available to make your “Forever” home.

Why downsize and buy “Off The Plan”?

Answers to questions from buyers who have already purchased an Apartment from Gardner Vaughan Group.

Question: Will I have time to sell my home?

Answer: This is a great reason to buy “off plan”. You have plenty of time to get your home ready to sell, plus time to choose the optimum time to sell!

Arboreti is due to complete in late 2018. It is always possible to request a “subject to sale” contract!

Question: We want our new home to be individual, with our own preference in colours and own choice of appliances. This is our forever home, it has to be right - what are our options?

Answer: In Arboreti Gardner Vaughan offer you the rare opportunity to customise... quite a few things, including appliances, finishes and sometimes special cabinetry. You are not charged for design changes, only those finishes above the cost of current scheduled finishes.

Question We have a lot of furniture, how can we fit it all in?

Answer: Unfortunately, you probably cant, but often with with a brand new Apartment most owners/owners to be keep some of their favourite pieces and delight in selecting a few new pieces to celebrate their change!

Arboreti due for completion late 2018!

Annie Hayes specialises in residential solutions for discerning “Downsizers”.

174 Venner Road, Yeronga Come and visit our Sales Office 9am to 3pm on Wednesday 22nd March!

For any questions regarding downsizing or upsizing Phone Annie Hayes 0402 859 467 or email annie@styleproperty.com.au

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First Home Buyer Grant Finishing on 30th June Brand New Boutique Apartments Now Ready From $439,000 • 2 & 3 Bedrooms • Ensuite

• 97m2 - 107m2 • Gourmet Kitchen

• Deck • Secure Parking

• Bamboo Flooring • 5 Minute Walk to Train

Enoggera 1-19/6-8 Trundle Street Brisbane Central

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Zak Smith 0417 789 144 zak.s@brisbanec.rh.com.au

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109 - 111 Albion Road, Windsor QLD 4030 Amazing Development Opportunity 896m2 LMR B R4 zoning Open House Saturday 9:00am - 10:00am Auction onsite 1st April 10:00am

sales - project marketing - rentals

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Jared Clissold

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Sales Executive m: 0477 696 997 e: jared@absoluteresidentialgroup.com

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Auction this Saturday, 11am

ABSOLUTE RIVERFRONT QUEENSLANDER - 5327M2

38a Scenic Road, KENMORE

A genuine Victorian Queenslander circa1884, this stately home gracing 5327m2 of prime elevated riverfront headland with 76m of absolute river frontage, is copiously and timelessly imbued with a rare sense of understated class and refinement. Fully renovated and restored with a swathe of comfortable lifestyle facilities in an unrepeatable riverfront location makes this a very rare opportunity for the astute purchaser.

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OPEN HOME INDOOROOPILLY 42/22 Riverview Terrace

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INDOOROOPILLY’S FINEST, 304m2 PENTHOUSE. Perched atop Riverview Terrace and offered to the market for the first time. This architecturally designed 304m2 penthouse boasts everything you could want in a property. This opportunity is perfect for executives and downsizers alike, offering rare five-star living 6.5 km from the CBD. The three-bedroom, three-bathroom penthouse is surrounded by panoramic 270-degree views of the Brisbane River, City and the leafy Western suburbs from every room. Complete with a 160m2 wrap around private terrace with glass balustrading showcasing the endless views, this property is an entertainers dream. Inside and out the penthouse has been well maintained and recently refurbished to a high standard.

The convenience of the property is second to none. A 2-minute walk from your doorstep will take you to restaurants, shopping centres and various local transport. This is a rare opportunity that must be seized!

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AUCTION if not sold prior View This Saturday, Open from 9am for 10am Auction Henry McConnel 0427 160 874 Richardson & Wrench, South Brisbane henry@rwbrisbane.com.au

56 Bellevue Terrace, St Lucia

OPEN 2:15 - 2:45PM SATURDAY REFINED PENTHOUSE LIVING WITH SENSATIONAL CITY VIEWS

OPEN 1:00 - 2:00PM SATURDAY A UNIQUE SELECTION OF 2 & 3 BEDROOM APARTMENTS READY TO MOVE IN!

• Just two exclusive penthouse apartments available • Perfect for the downsizer, yet uncompromising on space with specific separate areas including a family room and home office • Stunning master suite with ensuite, private balcony and sitting area • Lavish grand dining, formal living area and bespoke balcony • Beautiful entertainer’s kitchen with ILVE appliances and butler’s pantry

• Large, pet-friendly courtyards or balconies with park views • Carpet, tiles or timber floorboards • Entertainers kitchen with stone bench tops and ILVE appliances • Master suites with double basin ensuites • Intelligent, integrated storage throughout and study spaces • Prestigious location guarantees a high return on investment

3 BED + HOME OFFICE + FAMILY ROOM | 3 BATH $1M+ BUYERS

2BED | 2 BATH | 1 CAR 3BED | 2 BATH | 2 CAR

ARRANGE YOUR INSPECTION TODAY!

HANNAH BRYAN

STARTING FROM $549,000 STARTING FROM $699,000 0401 539 928 March 22 - 28 2017 brisbanenews.com.au

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Enjoy coastal living just 30 mins from Brisbane CBD Luxury 3 bedroom apartments Easy stroll to Cafe & Restaurants Opposite Blue Water Square Shopping Centre 5 minutes walk to Redcliffe Lagoon and Sutton Beach Located at 11 Anzac Avenue Redcliffe

DISPLAY UNIT OPEN

OPEN THE DOOR TO .... THE SURPRISE OF YOUR LIFE $850’s PLUS

10AM TO 2PM DAILY

From $529,000 TARINGA - QUEENS RD ENTRY AMAZING FEATURES Award winning architect ‘Colin Lewington’ 3.3m soaring ceilings, 275m2 living area, security Ducted AC, surround sound systems, timber floors Spa with Brisbane CBD views Rock solid construction Large balconies and courtyards, built-in BBQ Close to Train, major Shopping and Schools

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separation from the front of the house and the rear areas, his residence has an enviable position on the with an adjoining media room opening to the veranda. waterfront, just metres from the beach, with ocean Beyond the kitchen is a family room views and a bright white interior with built-in shelving and a fireplace, some of its highlights.

Morton Bay along with timber-framed glass bi-fold The front of the single-storey house ADDRESS • 69 Margate Parade, doors extending to a rear covered outdoor has Queenslander charm, from its singleMargate area with a sauna. From this space a pool gable roof to its solid timber door with LAND • 784sq m and private grassy yard can be reached. glass panelling. Entry is via a timber deck INSPECT • By appointment The four bedrooms are to one side; that flows back into a covered wraparound AGENT • Tristan Rowland, three with built-in wardrobes and timber veranda with stone tiling.

Place Aspley, floors. The elegant bathroom has a rain Sliding glass doors and clerestory ph: 0411 572 970 shower, double vanity and spa bath. The windows invite water vistas and natural or 1300 775 223 main bedroom boasts a walk-in wardrobe, light into the tiered living and dining PRICE • $1.85 million + private veranda overlooking the ocean rooms, which feature a modern chandelier, and an ensuite with a rain shower and high ceilings and polished timber floors. double vanity. Other features of the house include a study, The kitchen, with stone benchtops, a Miele induction laundry, double garage and ample storage space. cook top, Blanco dishwasher and a walk-in pantry, creates

Tallebudgera Valley 1395 Tallebudgera Creek Road

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Stunning Renovated Queenslander on 6 Usable Acres

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Rural charm meets chic luxe in this beautifully renovated Queenslander. Wide shady verandahs, vintage details, high ceilings, polished floorboards and views from every room of the gardens to the hills beyond. Lush lawns surround the home, with paths leading to a covered timber entertaining deck, and a sun drenched paved patio, located next to a landscaped pond. For horse enthusiast families; fully fenced surrounds, stables, feed & tack rooms, lock up float storage, wash down bay and levelled grassed arena area.

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6 acres of fertile useable land Spring fed dams Stables, feed & tack rooms Air conditioned office space + study Timber floors, wide verandah’s, high ceilings

Sunday, 26 March 2017, 3:30 pm 427 Golden Four Drive Tugun View Thursday 5:00 - 6:00 pm & Saturday 10:30 - 11:30 am & Sunday 10:30 - 11:30 am Ken Jacob 0413 865 323 ken.jacob@raywhite.com kenjacob.raywhite.com/1627939 | 5598 2577

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Join us for our

Open Day Saturday 25 March 10am to 2pm The current stage of Ingenia Lifestyle Chambers Pines, an over 50s lifestyle community, is now in the final stages of selling out. Come along to our Open Day on Saturday 25th March, 10am to 2pm where you can view our fully furnished display homes, take a tour of the community and enjoy a free sausage sizzle with light refreshments. PLUS register your entry into the WIN a Cruise competition, valued up to $5,000.

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You’ll enjoy this brand new home with open plan living and dining areas flowing out to the entertainer’s deck.

A perfectly-sized brand new home offering an open plan living area with separate study nook and a modern entertainer’s kitchen.

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Terms and conditions apply.

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