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Tuesday (Jun 20) is the 25th birthday of South Bank Parklands. It’s hard for me to picture a Brisbane without this particular oasis proudly sunbaking itself on the banks of our wide, brown river. However, images such as the one on this page, dug from the State Library of Queensland’s archives, remind me that this city is a master of reinvention. It’s fascinating to read in Phil Brown’s feature (P12) how artists, over time, have interpreted and reflected back to us this constant process of adaptation. Tonya Turner has found a house in Paddington (P29) that is a harbinger of the future, designed completely around a new family paradigm. The glorious idea of never again ferrying neatly folded piles of clean laundry to a wardrobe ... bliss. Less time on housework means more time with the family, and I can recommend spending some of that watching Despicable Me 3 (reviews, P18). The film’s villain is a throwback to the 1980s and it’s rad fun to laugh heartily at how time has changed fashion, music, vocab – everything.

THEN & NOW 1890, city: One of the many incarnations of Victoria Bridge (above) connecting the CBD to South Bank, this 1874-built version replaced a wooden one that rotted and fell into the river in 1867. Three years after this image was taken, the bridge was washed away by floods. Another was opened in 1897 then demolished in 1969 to be replaced by the Victoria Bridge we know today (left). A plan was floated late last year to close it to general traffic. See the petition at http://bit.ly/2qOeC7J Picture: State Library of Queensland

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One step at a time Fiona Purdon At 24, Francesca Hayward has the world at her feet. The Londoner has been hailed as the next big thing in British ballet, and is on her way to Brisbane to star with The Royal Ballet on tour. It has taken 15 years to lure the ballet company, considered to be among the world’s best, back here for QPAC’s International Series. Francesca says she was “shocked” when she was upgraded to a lead role late last year. “I wouldn’t have believed I would be a principal at my age, it’s crazy,” she says. “My friends and family would not let me get big-headed – they make sure I stay grounded. “I have a strong mind, which has helped me stay focused and calm when I take a challenge like this. “I’ve had to learn not be freaked out by big roles … and to take it all one step at a time, quite literally.” Born in Kenya, she moved to Worthing in West Sussex, England, when she was two, where she was raised by her grandparents. It was in their lounge room that she watched her first ballet video, a clip from The Nutcracker. The young Francesca immediately got up and started to dance, using an armchair as her pretend partner. Within a year she was enrolled in dance classes and

YOUNG TALENT ... The Royal Ballet’s principal Francesca Hayward, who will perform in Brisbane. Picture: Rick Guest

when she was 11 she successfully auditioned for The Royal Ballet School in London. Now Francesca gets to partner some of the world’s best dancers including Australian principal Steven McRae, who will dance opposite her in the Brisbane production of Shakespeare’s The Winter’s Tale. Francesca will dance the role of Perdita, who is the daughter of Leontes, King of Sicilia, and his wife Hermione, who dies in childbirth. Perdita is given away by the heartbroken king and grows up unaware of her royal lineage. “It’s a great story,” she says. “Perdita grows up living with all the shepherds. She is living a simple life but she seems different from the rest. Then she finds out she is a princess.’’ Steven dances as her love interest Prince Florizel, who is the son of the King of Bohemia, Poixenes. “Steven is very intuitive, technically he is very strong, he helps his female partners to look and feel their best,” she says. Francesca will also feature in Woolf Works, based on writer Virginia Woolf’s most famous stories. Woolf Works, Jun 29-Jul 2, and The Winter’s Tale, Jul 5-9, $99-$249, The Royal Ballet, Lyric Theatre, QPAC, cnr Grey and Melbourne streets, South Brisbane. qpac.com.au

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Everything old is newly interesting again when dealers from around Australia get together for the second annual Albion antique fair.

Expect to find furniture, silver, jewellery, bric-a-brac and clocks. Don’t miss the world’s first showing of new Australian Design Moorcroft Pottery, and a chance to buy one of the limited edition pieces. Jun 23-25, $10, St Margaret’s Anglican Girls School hall, Ascot. albionantiquecollectablesfair.com.au

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Eat, drink and raise funds for the Cancer Council Queensland at Cloudland. Hosted by Vince Sorrenti (above), and featuring comedian Jimeoin, this event is the brainchild of well-known entertainment booker Kev Somers, who is battling cancer. The $199 ticket covers a three-course meal and drinks. Raffle prizes include seats at sold-out shows, such as Ed Sheeran’s concert. Jul 1, 7pm.

Have the tome of your life at the state’s largest secondhand book sale. Browse the 4km of tables stacked with books on everything from fiction, history and travel to cookbooks and textbooks. And it isn’t just books – there are also magazines, records, puzzles, DVDs, CDs, vinyl records and board games. Don’t forget to take your own bags. On at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, Jun 24-Jul 2.

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Pick your own carrots at the state’s largest carrot farm, feed dairy cows and taste locally produced olives, wine and coffee from the Scenic Rim, 90 minutes drive from Brisbane, when the area’s producers open their gates for Eat Local Week, Jun 24-Jul 2. eatlocalweek.com.au

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Don’t tie yourself up in knots if you are new to macrame or not the crafty sort. This 2½-hour workshop on at Woolloongabba Antique Centre is suitable for beginners and you will walk away with your finished creation. The workshop covers the basics as well as how to apply the techniques in projects from jewellery to wall hangings. Two classes, Jun 25, $40, including materials.

Beer and barbecue are on the menu at a three-hour lunch at the Pig ’N’ Whistle Brunswick Street on Jun 24. Taste the 2017 Stone Beer, a winter brew made using ancient techniques. If you can’t get there, Clyde – Stone & Wood’s iconic Land Rover Defender, which has a tap system installed under its soft top – will be serving up ales in the beer garden, Jun 23-25.

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Phil Brown All I get when I imagine camping is people running into the bushes with toilet rolls I was talking to a taxi driver about camping the other day. Have you heard of this? People apparently voluntarily subject themselves to all sorts of discomfort, sleeping under canvas stretched on some sort of poles. Sounds ridiculous to me. You may gather that I am not a happy camper. The taxi driver, a German fellow with whom I have discussed the virtues of certain Teutonic sausages in the past, recounted his family camping trips to Italy and Denmark as a boy. He hasn’t camped since and I respect that. Discomfort is not something I seek out. I have friends who go camping all the time in all sorts of weather but I just don’t get it. They talk of it like it is some sort of romantic adventure but all I get when I imagine camping is images of people running into the bushes with toilet rolls. That’t not my idea of fun. I could probably put up with glamping. In fact I’d like to go on safari in Africa ... with a staff of say,

about 20 or so. I picture myself reclining in a deck chair (placed strategically in view of Mt Kilimanjaro) sipping tea while someone swats flies for me. In my fantasy I am, of course, wearing a pith helmet. This is probably a hangover from reading all those Ernest Hemingway stories when I was a teenager. We never camped as kids because my father was against it. Not on religious or ethical grounds. He just preferred hotels. Besides, he did enough camping in World War II in the jungles of Borneo. No wonder he didn’t like camping. The apple didn’t fall far from the tree with me because I’m a hotel guy too. Mind you, I have stayed in rustic wooden huts in the Himalayas and I once lived in a caravan at Monto for a couple of months. That’s nearly camping, right? I went on a camping trip when I was about 17, with a group of mates. It was a surfing safari to Angourie in

northern NSW. We pitched a few tents on the side of a hill and all I can remember is that when we woke up in the morning most of us seemed to have ended up outside the tents sleeping on the ground. The last camping trip I went on it rained so much that three of us ended up sleeping on top of our stuff in the back of my Holden station wagon, an old HD model that had a rusted tailgate which I eventually took to the wreckers. They gave me $50 for it. I once camped sitting up in the front seat of a car too, and woke in the morning unable to stand up. My wife occasionally makes noises about wanting to go camping but I look the other way and pretend that I haven’t heard. My son has been camping with school but he’s a lot like me. His idea of camping is staying in a four-star hotel rather than a five-star. It makes me so proud.

Belinda Seeney It’s often joked that winter in Brisbane only ever lasts about three days. Indeed, this envy-inducing climate of ours still has us in the pool in June, wearing T-shirts in July and cracking a sweat again by August. For those who missed it, I can confirm that winter this year fell on a Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Coincidentally, the same days I was loaned a stylish little convertible to zip around town. It may have been my imagination but it seemed that the sky darkened, rain threatened and the temperature dropped a full 10C the second the keys were placed in my eager little hands. On any of the 362 other days a year, the sleek soft-top sports car would seem custom-made for southeast Queensland. But on those three wintry days, it felt as though I’d wrapped myself in a sarong to stroll through a snowstorm. The best part about a convertible is driving with the top down – feeling the sun on your face, the wind in your

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If you’re an artist in Brisbane, you don’t have to look far for inspiration. The city offers rich subject matter and always has. If you dig into the Museum of Brisbane’s diverse collection you will find depictions of the city dating back to our colonial era and right through to the present. The museum’s current exhibition, Scenes of Our City, features works by 21 artists from the museum’s collection and another 20 from the collection of Gadens Lawyers, a Brisbane company that supports the museum and local artists. The result is an entertaining survey of Brisbane art by artists who have depicted the city in myriad ways. And by no means are all the works literal depictions of our city. Maureen Hansen is an award-winning and popular local artist who paints the cityscape. Her painting, Perspective, features colourful cushions, was done in 1996 and is a different take on life in Brisbane. “They are cushions collected in Brisbane op shops,” Maureen says. “They celebrate that kind of quirky Brisbane colour and they also

say something about the culture of making do, which is something we grew up with. It’s that countrytown mentality.” Brisbane, the big country town, has grown up though, and luckily contemporary artists such as Maureen have been chronicling that growth. Another of her paintings, Riparian 27 – which won her the Tattersall’s Club Landscape Art Prize in 2007 – was a view of the city from a high-rise tower. Recent works of hers, which featured in her exhibition at Heiser Gallery, depict the city viewed from her veranda at Everton Park. “These recent paintings are views framed by the arches on my veranda,” Maureen says. “From there I can see the city at night sparkling in the distance.” Maureen, 48, is one of “a little cluster” of artists who paint the city. That cluster includes Robert Brownhall, Nick Olsen, Jan Jorgensen, David Hinchliffe and Robyn Bauer, among others. Robert, Nick and Maureen all studied under the masterful William Robinson who gave Maureen some good advice. “Inspiration is always close at hand and Bill Robinson said that if you paint your life you can’t go

EVERYDAY EYE-OPENERS … (From top) New order (2009) by Karla Marchesi; artist Maureen Hansen, who says inspiration is always close at hand; Carroll’s Corner (2009) by Mel McRae; and He created a smokescreen to conceal his true identity (2008) by Sue Beyer.

wrong,” Maureen says. “I don’t have to look far for my inspiration.” In Scenes of Our City, Brisbane is interpreted in a variety of ways including portraiture, abstraction and more literal cityscapes. Robert Curtis’s Brisbane, Queensland, is a pencil-on-paper drawing of the city in 1928 and Margaret Olley’s Queensland Treasury Building is a 1947 painting of

an iconic city building. One of the hero pieces is Vida Lahey’s wonderful work, Central Station 7am (1935). Some substantial artists have painted our city over the years. Many cite the work of the great Lloyd Rees as a touchstone. Lloyd was born in Brisbane in 1895 and during his early working life in the city he recorded the Brisbane of his day in works considered a kind

of Holy Grail for local painters. Museum of Brisbane director Renai Grace, who curated Scenes of Our City, says the exhibition aims to give a historical and contemporary perspective and explores architectural and art history from the viewpoint of artists observing the hustle of daily life and changes to the urban landscape. “Brisbane has been shaped by our

subtropical climate, outdoor lifestyle and pivotal moments in its history,” Renai says. “The landscape has in turn provided an enduring source of inspiration for local and visiting artists. It’s interesting to see the works from Gadens and the works from the collection and how they interact.” Continued Page 14

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SCENES OF OUR CITY Until Jul 16, Museum of Brisbane, Level 3, City Hall, King George Square, 10am-5pm daily, free. museumofbrisbane.com.au

STRUCTURAL MUSE … (From top) Robyn Bauer’s City and freeway (1979); Nick Olsen’s Pacific Highway north (2007); and Robert Curtis’s Brisbane, Queensland (1928).

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Museum-goers are fascinated by the exhibition and Renai says 900 people a day have been viewing Scenes of Our City, which remains on show until next month. “People love it, “ Renai says. “They have their pictures taken in front of some works and I’ve taken pictures for people standing in front of paintings.” Everyone will have their favourites but by far the most popular work in the show is Mel McRae’s 2009 painting, Carroll’s Corner, a nostalgic painting of a spot in Fortitude Valley that speaks volumes about how Brisbane used to look before the advent of skyscrapers and motorways. But the advent of skyscrapers and motorways has given our artists new subject matter and inspiration. It took Jeffrey Smart’s famous 1962 painting, Cahill Expressway, to convince us that infrastructure could make good art. Brisbane painter Nick Olsen

recognises that too and in Scenes of Our City his painting, Pacific Highway north (2007), is a great example of how the seemingly prosaic can be transformed by an artist. “Even at art college I was fascinated by the industrial landscape around Brisbane,” Nick says. “I love warehouses and things like that. I love the light of Brisbane too. On some days we have this huge expanse of blue sky and the most amazing shadows.” Nick, 48, has painted quaint houses and streetscapes as well as freeways and says Lloyd Rees is an inspiration along with Margaret Olley and Vida Lahey and others who went before. We are lucky that we have a posse of painters here in Brisbane who are keeping the tradition of recording our city alive.

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Eyes on the prize Sarah Marshall “Are you a hugger or a shaker?” This disarming question is the first from gallery co-owner Robert Henderson. And if you say you’re a hugger, the 183cm artist, dressed in black and crowned with dreadlocks, will warmly oblige. It hasn’t always been this way for Robert. Born into a life of domestic violence and angst, he says he was following a very different trajectory. But he has chosen a particular path, and wants to use his energy for good. Last year, Robert, of the Wiradjuri people in NSW, opened The Henderson Gallery, at South Brisbane, a First Nations-owned, selffunded space that champions work by emerging artists and aims to help rehabilitate prisoners through art. “We wanted to create a safe space for people to experience and enjoy art regardless of their sexuality, cultural background or social status,” he says. Robert decided to pursue a fulltime career in art in 2011, after work in

DIFFERENT STROKES … Robert Henderson with his Archibald portrait entry of Cruel Sea’s Ken Gormly. Picture: Sarah Marshall

varied jobs such as prawn trawling and caring for terminally ill patients. In 2014, he started entering artworks in the Art Gallery of NSW Archibald Prize for portraiture, which earns the winner $100,000. This year, he is himself the subject of Brisbane artist Cameron Seymour’s Archibald entry, as well as having his own work, a portrait of Cruel Sea band member Ken Gormly, in the competition. Robert says he always admired

Ken’s work as a musician. “I used to play in bands, and (it’s only) when your rhythm section is solid that everything works. The music of that band was unusual, powerful and rich,” he says. Years later the two met through mutual friends and immediately became mates. “I really got to know different aspects of him,” Robert says. “He was candid and open with me and told me all sorts of personal stuff.

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“It was really nice, I was in love immediately. When I’d finished the piece he said, ‘Nobody sees that part of me’. There’s a dark part of every clown that people never see.” The paintings will be revealed at the gallery on June 29, as part of a calendar of upcoming exhibitions. 2017 ARCHIBALD REVEAL, Jun 29, 6.30pm. The Henderson Gallery, 92 Ernest St, South Brisbane. Ph: 07 3844 2610, email suz@roberthenderson.com.au

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Streets ahead RESTAURANT Tony Harper If I never eat a slice of pizza again in my life, I’ll still die content. With that in mind, imagine my surprise at finding myself at Martha Street Kitchen confronted by a menu with pizzas holding pride of place. There’s a beef brisket pizza ($23) that has gained some notoriety and comes with some deep south trimmings – smoked tomato (what about smoking the brisket?), corn, chorizo and roast onion. It’s good in a kooky kind of way, but I suspect there are better pizzas, less notorious, to be had. There are basics – margherita, Hawaiian (it is a family restaurant), and some simple but interesting combinations such as mushroom, taleggio and truffle; bocconcini, fig, rocket and grape glaze. Beyond pizza there is a menu of broad appeal and easily shared which suits the suburban, family-friendly nature of the place. And it is family focused. The space, since its junior years as Rapide, has always been so, but I have a feeling this is more emphatically aimed at the locals. There’s an ease to the service that smells more of accessibility than clever food or urbane service. In the middle of the otherwise unerringly Italian menu is a dish of chicken wings, hot sauce and kohlrabi ($12) – surprising perhaps, but clever, not too spicy and delicious. A small plate of meatballs ($14) is a

MARTHA STREET KITCHEN 1/4 Martha St, Camp Hill Ph: 0431 295 102 Chef: Patrick Laws Dinner Tue–Sun, Breakfast/brunch weekends Vegetarian and gluten-free options On-street parking SCORES OUT OF 10 Food: 7.5 Drinks: 8 Vibe: 7.5 Service: 8

FAMILY GOLD … Imagination fuels the kitchen and the bar; (inset) mussels are terrific.

little more expected but just as good with a terrific tomato sauce, a base of quite decadent parmesan cream, shaved fennel, basil and a slice of toasted ciabatta. There is carbonara ($21), gnocchi with cauliflower, artichoke and truffle ($25), a terrific bowl of mussels, sobrassada, garlic and linguini ($26), bolognese ($22) and a vegetarian risotto ($25) with butternut, sage, smoked honey and gorgonzola. There’s more, but I’m sure you get the picture. It’s nicely crafted food, full of flavour and at times quite inventive.

There’s a good dose of imagination fuelling the kitchen and there’s even more hiding behind the bar. Green Beacon beers (bravo!) are aided by XXXX Gold, Peroni Leggera and Coopers. Cocktails include the likes of negroni, the old-fashioned standards and martini (bottled) plus a couple more that are made to order. Then there’s a bunch of left-field wines that I know well, and mostly love, but hardly expect to encounter at a Camp Hill bistro. Arfion, Gentle Folk, Luke Lambert’s Crudo and

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A refurbished red brick warehouse is home to Coorparoo’s new bar and bistro, Factory 51. The industrial aesthetic is on full display (left) with bare brick walls, exposed metal beams, dark timber and strings of naked bulbs crisscrossing a laneway dining area. Italian influences spike a menu clearly designed for sharing with the likes of wood-fired pizzas ($21-25), salads and share plates. Orange vinaigrette, fennel and capers bring zest to a rocket panzanella salad ($13) while two types of mushroom, mozzarella and pecorino enrich a serving of arancini ($13). If there’s any room left, I heartily endorse splitting a Nutella calzone ($14) injected with coconut, marshmallow and housemade ice-cream. Tue-Sun lunch 11.30am-5pm, dinner 5pmlate. 51 Holdsworth St, Coorparoo, ph: 3324 0844, factory51.com.au BELINDA SEENEY

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FILM Vicky Roach DESPICABLE ME 3 (PG) hhh Director: Kyle Balda, Pierre Coffin Starring: Steve Carell, Kristen Wiig, Trey Parker Running time: 90 minutes Minions might struggle to carry an entire movie (as the self-titled 2015 spin-off confirmed), but the googlyeyed little guys steal all their scenes in this workmanlike threequel. And their finger-clicking, black-

and-white stripes prison routine is a showstopper. The anarchic energy of the cute yellow critters is particularly important now that the formerly despicable Gru (Steve Carell) and his fearless new wife, Lucy (Kristen Wiig), have settled into cosy domesticity with their three girls – Margo (Miranda Cosgrove), Edith (Dana Gaier) and Agnes (Nev Scharrel). In Despicable Me 3, the filmmakers introduce a long-lost twin brother to further enliven the franchise. Dru’s candy-coloured Freedonian mansion provides a welcome change

of scenery for Gru after he is fired by the Anti-Villain League for letting Despicable Me 3’s new villain, Balthazar Bratt (Trey Parker), escape. After some serious brotherly bonding that involves fast cars, police chases and squealing porkers, the brothers team up, for dramatically different reasons, to steal the world’s biggest diamond back from the aforementioned Mr Bratt. The fourth film in the Despicable Me franchise is family friendly and sometimes inspired. But even with the best attempts, the characters and setup are starting to feel overfamiliar.

Director: Lucia Aniello Starring: Scarlett Johansson, Kate McKinnon, Jillian Bell Running time: 101 minutes Rough Night starts out as (another) female version of The Hangover when Jess (Scarlett Johansson, above right with Kate McKinnon) reluctantly interrupts her flagging senate campaign for a weekend with ex college friends before her marriage. Thankfully, the film departs its hard-partying trajectory quickly when an overenthusiastic Alice (Bell) accidentally kills the stripper. Rough? The night in question is dangerously splintered, and therein lies its intermittent charm.

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Let it snow Australia’s winter wonderlands are all white now, so cosy up in the coolest alpine lodges while the chill thrills last

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Signature restaurant Bazaar is buzzing and drinks are flowing at the snug Stingray bar. Be pampered in the cosy cocoon of spaQ – its Snow Queen package includes a scrub with hibiscus and jasmine-scented rice powder, and full-body massages. QT’s ski concierge can hook you up with equipment hire, lift passes and lessons, or the hottest restaurants. Take a break from powder play to explore Falls Creek, with mountain biking, cycling, hiking and chairlift rides with views of the Bogong High Plains and Kiewa Valley.

Hygge – it’s the difficult-to-explain Scandinavian concept of cosiness that travellers will find embodied at Thredbo Village, where The Eastern’s Monique Easton has created a Scandi-chic escape for snow lovers. “I wanted to provide a beautiful option for design-focused travellers when they visit the snow – a place where they can unwind and rejuvenate,” she says. “Our view is the best in the village, hands down. We are set among Australian silvergums on the foothills of Mount Kosciuszko with an uninterrupted view of the mountain. “I find the mountain environment to be very meditative and I’ve tried to echo this in the apartment, creating a sense of beauty and calm. “The interiors are Nordic minimalist with lots of texture.” Tech-savvy touches include Apple TV and free wifi. Picture yourself waking up wrapped in Siberian goose down, then padding across heated floors. Whip up a romantic dinner in the kitchen, or try a cheeky vino and cheese plate in between ski runs via Kareela Hutte on the Supertrail. Go horse riding on the Alpine Way before lunch at the distillery and then apres-ski by the fire at Bernti’s or the Alpine Hotel. Hear top Australian music acts in Thredbo’s Village Concert series. “Watch the flare run on Saturday night with a glass of red,” Monique tips.

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PEPPERS CRADLE MOUNTAIN LODGE TASMANIA Cocooned in one of the world’s most precious parks, Peppers Cradle Mountain Lodge is at its most enchanting under winter’s cloak. General manager Mike Blank says the lodge typically receives about 10 days of snow each year . “And it snowed twice just last week,” he says. “Cradle Mountain will be snow-capped for most of winter.” Guests can soak up the snowy scene from the cosiest of vantages. “Highland Restaurant, Tavern Bar & Bistro and guest lounge areas all have roaring fires throughout most of the year and all cabins have either gas fires or log fires,” Mike says. “The lodge’s premium room type, the King Billy Suite, features a double-sided wood fire, which can be enjoyed from the couch or the kingsize bed.

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When Jeffery Deaver made a commitment to set his next Lincoln Rhyme crime book in Italy, he knew he was going to do it tough. “It was a very difficult job going to Italy, drinking the wine, eating the food,” he jokes. “An astonishing number of people offered to carry my suitcases.” Jeffery, 67, had made the promise to the audience at Courmayeur, northwest Italy, when he received the Raymond Chandler Award in 2014, for his extensive body of work including the best-selling series featuring quadriplegic forensic criminalist Rhyme and his associate, special agent Amelia Sachs. The New York writer, who has travelled to Italy more than 20 times including twice to research his new book, The Burial Hour, knew the

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BEST BIT This is difficult. I loved the exfoliation – Melinda’s firm strokes left my skin feeling invigorated, but the temple and scalp massage was divine and her deft use of hot towels throughout the ritual was comforting and snug. Ingrid, Melinda and all the staff are genuinely warm and welcoming, making everyone feel as if they are special. VERDICT When I walked out on to Mary St, my skin felt nurtured, brighter, cleansed and polished. The rooms for the spa treatment are near a spacious bathroom and bathhouse so you can slip easily between them afterwards to fix your hair, makeup and attire before floating out on to the street.

ANYTHING ELSE? Aquarius Health and Day Spa is smack bang in the CBD, right next to Mantra on Mary hotel, so it’s ideal for workers, visitors and city dwellers. It’s part of medical spokeswoman and GP Dr Ingrid Tall’s Cosmetic Image Clinics and facilities include rooms for injectable and surgical procedures and physiotherapy, a fitness centre, bathhouse, as well as the day spa. EXTRA POINTS FOR … The range of facilities is second to none and you have the sense you are in good hands. I also like the small touches such as a welcoming offer of complementary champers or zazen water (filtered alkaline mineral water) on arrival. SANDRA KILLEN

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FLOOD OF IDEAS Pooling resources to create a new riverside garden at Chelmer

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Play and stay

together Pushing back against traditional house design, this large family have created an impressive, inclusive home

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All for one …

one for all A couple with five children build on their experience to bring family members together in a hassle-free home Tonya Turner

PROBLEMS SOLVED … Architecture graduate Michaela Wolf and builder husband Steve Boyle with three of their five children who share their Paddington home.

House designs have changed a lot in recent years, and Michaela Wolf isn’t convinced they’re for the better. An architecture graduate and co-owner of SBUILT with her builder husband, Steve Boyle, Michaela has been using her own home in Paddington as a test lab for her ideas about how houses can better bring family members together and encourage connection rather than separation. With their five children aged one to 18 all living at home, there has been plenty of scope to see these ideas in action. Michaela, 45, started studying architecture when she was 40. It followed a career in events management in Sydney, which followed studies in anthropology. Intimidated by the artistic talent of her fellow architecture students, she gave up after six months but returned with renewed passion following a revelation. “Architecture is not just about drawing and building, it’s about people and how they live,” she says. “I absolutely fell in love with it. “Architecture is so much more than just the building, it’s what you do in it.”

The Victorian Gothic twobedroom cottage they purchased in 2013 has been transformed into a four-bedroom abode with a new extension at the back of the steep site. Although Michaela once thought it was important for each child to have their own bedroom, her beliefs have changed after seeing most of them go unused. “The kids were always hanging out together in the one room and we thought, ‘Why did we bother building these different bedrooms when nobody wants to use them?’ So we’ve just finished building the bunkhouse. They love this space,” she says. The “bunkhouse” is a small bedroom with nothing more than four long bunk beds up against two walls and a tall bookshelf filled with books and knick-knacks. “They only come here to sleep and read at night. For kids, the less they are in here the better,” she says. “I don’t want computers in here or

No one was putting their clothes away, so I thought: (why build) wardrobes?

SMOOTH OPERATOR … Open-plan design and a ‘bunkhouse’ bedroom without wardrobes cuts the mess and makes family living easier.

any of that sort of stuff. There’s a big thing at the moment with cyber bullying – you’ve got to keep it in the open. It’s about having really little in here, just their books and bare minimum clothes too.” In a genius move, Michaela decided to forgo wardrobes in the bunkhouse and instead keep the kids’ clothes in the laundry to save time and hassle. “No one was putting their clothes

away so I thought, ‘What’s the point of building wardrobes?’,” she says. “It’s about doing things differently. We’re pushed into these ideas about what houses should be, but they don’t have to be like that.” Downstairs, the open-plan design means no matter where family members are, they’re within sight. Even the pool, in a central courtyard, and a small playroomstudy, with windows offering views to

other rooms, invite engagement and interaction. In the kitchen, a square island bench creates a different dynamic to the traditional rectangular design. “I had an island bench and I felt like I was serving people. This idea was more like a farmhouse kitchen where we could all just hang out around it so everyone gets involved. “I didn’t want that barrier. I should try a circle one day.”

There is no extra living room or rumpus or media room in the house, just one large open-plan design. “We had a house with a second rumpus for the kids but we realised we just want to be together. You have such little time and those concepts of gathering and being together were always important to me.” Builder: SBUILT, ph: 0449 788 299. sbuilt.org

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Brisbane stylist and interior designer Tahn Scoon is back with a new ode to vintage-inspired spaces. This time she takes inspiration from the delicate florals and glamorous furnishings of age-old France, with some minor adjustments for clean, relaxed, modern Australian living. As usual, there are plenty of projects to get excited about. Discover how to make your own vintage curtains, hang wallpaper, age metal furniture, create a kitchen garden and style a vintage afternoon tea. This guide to living more simply and authentically in your home includes recipes for “the perfect pot”, pecan tartlets, and Nana’s chocolate cake.

Get ready to be roped into the latest craft movement with Gemma Patford’s new how-to guide to making awesome things with rope. There are step-by-step instructions for friendship knot earrings, coasters, a lampshade, a macrame plant holder to spruce up your living room, and even an ombre rug. The Melbourne-based maker has a background in pattern making and garment construction and her rope accessories are stocked by more than 60 retailers in Australia, the US and the UK, so you know you’re in stylish hands. A cute buy for the crafter in your life.

THE ART OF THE NATURAL HOME Rebecca Sullivan Kyle Books, $40 You’re a committed recycler, have two-minute showers and flick lights off when you leave a room, but what else are you doing to save the planet? Reduce your carbon footprint even further with advice from Rebecca Sullivan, an Adelaide-based food writer, urban farmer and activist who is on a mission to safeguard “granny skills” passed down through the generations. Here she offers recipes for natural cleaning products, pickles and preserves, and DIY health and beauty potions – face masks, perfumes, even beard oil. A simpler life starts here. DARIEN BROWN

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weather. This orientation also maximises views to the river and increases the useable outdoor space. The upper terrace has been enlarged to create an improved, more flexible entertaining space with a barbecue, dining and lounge area. A sunken sun lounge deck was placed on top of the underground water tank between the pool terrace and the river, allowing the pool fence

to be moved to maximise views. A shallow pool area for children was also added to cater for the whole family. Other upgrades include an outdoor shower, water feature and pond and a small amphitheatre adjacent to the sun deck overlooking the lower grassy terrace with vegetable garden, fruit trees and sandstone stepper path to the jetty.

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Pears de résistance Celebrate an orchard favourite with this sweet idea from Gabriel Gate’s latest recipe collection PEARS BELLE HELENE

METHOD

This is one of the first classic French desserts I learned to make during my chef’s apprenticeship in the Anjou region of France. The region is famous for its pears and our back garden was ringed with at least 10 pear trees. You can use canned pear halves as a shortcut.

Combine 1.5 litres water, the sugar and vanilla pod in a saucepan. Bring to the boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 5 mins. Peel the pears. If they begin to discolour, rub them with the lemon half and place them in a bowl of cold water. Add the peeled pears to the simmering syrup and simmer for 15 mins. Remove the pan from the heat and set aside for the pears to cool in the liquid. Bring

INGREDIENTS 200g sugar ½ vanilla pod, split lengthwise 6 pears ½ lemon (optional) 150ml cream 200g dark chocolate, chopped 1 litre vanilla ice cream (See recipe, right, or use store bought) 100g flaked almonds, toasted, to serve Icing (confectioners’) sugar, for dusting

the cream to the boil in a small saucepan. Remove from the heat and stir in the chocolate until smooth. Set aside to cool a little. Drain the pears and place in a bowl with one or two scoops of ice cream. Spoon a little chocolate sauce over the top, sprinkle with the toasted almonds and dust with icing sugar. Serve immediately. Serves 6.

VANILLA ICE CREAM The best way to make this ice cream is to use an ice cream maker. If you use fresh, free-range eggs, full-cream milk and a good-quality vanilla pod, the result is incomparable. You can halve the recipe if you wish.

INGREDIENTS 1 litre full-cream milk 1 vanilla pod 10 large egg yolks 310g caster (superfine) sugar 500ml cream, whipped until firm

METHOD Pour the milk into a large saucepan. Split the vanilla pod in half lengthwise and scrape seeds into the milk. Add vanilla pod to the milk and bring to the boil. Use electric beaters to beat egg yolks and sugar in a heatproof bowl for 8-10 mins or until mixture becomes lighter in colour and forms a ribbon. Slowly pour hot milk on to the egg mixture and whisk until well combined. Return the mixture to the pan and, using a wooden spatula, stir thoroughly over medium heat. Make sure the spatula reaches all around the edges of the pan to prevent the custard from sticking. Stir for a few minutes or until the mixture has thickened slightly and lightly coats the spatula. Don’t allow the custard to boil at any stage, as it will curdle. Remove from the heat and strain into a bowl, stirring for a further 10 secs. Set aside to cool. Gently stir the whipped cream into the cold custard. Churn in an ice cream maker until set. Transfer the ice cream to a two-litre mould, cover and store in the freezer. It keeps well for a week, but the fresher it is, the better it tastes. Makes approximately two litres.

This is an edited extract from So French So Sweet by Gabriel Gate (Hardie Grant Books, $30), available in stores nationally.

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Bold and bright Sitting on a hilltop block, this house has glass walls opening its living spaces towards the surrounding view of the Tarome valley and the lights of Kalbar in the evening. Raine & Horne Rural Brisbane agent Danny Bukowski describes this residence as non-conforming in every aspect. “Curved lines and the artful use of colour inspire creativity and command you to think outside the box,” Danny says. The residence spans two pavilions, linked by decking. The main pavilion has an open-plan design, consisting of kitchen, living and dining areas and a main bedroom, all extending out to a veranda. The glass walls that surround the living spaces and main bedroom are fully screened, with the added benefit of remote-controlled blinds. Two more bedrooms and a two-

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Every aspect of this contemporary home encompasses the finest in residential living, offering the chance to secure a private sanctuary in highly sought Teneriffe. Living spaces merge together to promote a sense of generosity accentuated by soaring voids, natural light and inspiring interiors that incorporate spotted gum timber flooring, striking Brazilian quartzite benches and sleek carbon fibre cabinetry. Outstanding extras include a spacious rumpus room and outdoor pavilion complete with plunge pool — all of this within minutes of the riverwalks, New Farm, Fortitude Valley and the CBD.

3 BED 2 BATH 2 CAR + POOL

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AUCTION Thursday 22 June at 12:30pm, Place Auction Rooms, 33 Lytton Rd, East Brisbane Judy Goodger 0438 767 377 Matthew Foote 0400 107 707 PLC-OP3291 _BN_A

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INSPECT Saturday 1:30 – 2pm

On a prime 50 6m² allotment in sought-af ter New Farm, this residence designed by award-winning architect Shaun Lockyer more than meets the demands of the discerning buyer with the best in contemporary style, comfort and liveability. A sweeping 379m² floor plan spans over two levels with an open layout accentuated by oversized glass sliders, bringing the outdoors in while giving way to a large outdoor entertaining area. Exceptional extras include a heated pool and pavilion, wine cellar and an elevated position close to the spoils of Teneriffe, New Farm’s vibrant riverfront, James Street and the CBD. For more stunning visuals and floor plans visit judygoodger.com

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Offering superior quality for relaxed, executive living, this apartment is an opulent haven at BANC. Crafted for the utmost privacy, this boutique complex with limited neighbours offers rare three lift access, two private and one rear lift, ideal for teenagers or as a service lift. 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.

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INSPECT Saturday 10 – 10:30am

NEW FARM 1-4/549 Brunswick Street Residing pride of place in the heart of cosmopolitan New Farm, this is your chance to acquire a ground floor Art Deco apartment. There are four on offer with the opportunity to buy one, a couple or all four! This is a great investment with each apartment returning between $300-$310/week. Classic architectural elements with some modern appointments, these apartments capture the charm of yesteryear - a rarity amongst the newer builds. Showcasing functional living spaces and graced with timeless elements. Mere minutes to a host of lifestyle options, this is an opportunity to take advantage of New Farm’s historically strong capital growth.

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INSPECT Saturday 10 – 10:30am

A private elevator allows you seamless access to your 380m² home, opening conveniently into the living, dining and kitchen area. The gourmet kitchen has been designed to the highest specifications. A strong visible connection to the covered deck is made possible through bi-fold doors which merge the living and outdoor areas. The inspiring rooftop deck has uninterrupted city panoramas. Luxuriously appointed, the grand master suite has access to one of the outdoor terraces as well as an expansive wardrobe and ensuite. A further two bedrooms include built-in robes and are serviced by a main bathroom.

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St Lucia 9/56 Bellevue Terrace Penthouse Living With The ’Uniqueness Of Quality’ ON OFFER IS A RARE COMMODITY... SIZE! Size is a commodity within our current market that is as rare as a ´Pink Diamond´. So, when you combine size and quality with a top floor position, city views, lift access and one of Brisbane´s strongest property suburbs, you end up with an opportunity that won´t last! Indulge in luxury & enjoy the perfect culmination of sophistication and functionality with a level of finish that is so rare, it is sure to impress.

A formal entry showcases the northerly ’City Views’ whilst the living blends seamlessly to the outdoor entertaining. A separate informal living area is perfect as a multipurpose media room & includes a home office, featuring LED lighting & custom cabinetry. Entertaining will be a joy in this stunning Kitchen with Butler´s pantry, ILVE appliances & the perfect combination of custom Polished Concrete with quality Stone. Located at ’The Peak’ of St Lucia, this home will ’Sell’. Don´t miss the opportunity to secure a rare Penthouse!

’The Peak’ Is Ready And Waiting For You To Move Straight In! Also available... is the most affordable 3 Bedroom apartment in this market at ONLY $699,000! Liverland Developments’ prides itself on an exceptional standard of finish and ’The Peak’ @ St Lucia is certainly no exception. It is one of their ’Signature Collections’ and privacy is guaranteed with only 2 apartments per level. St Lucia is one of Brisbane´s most prestigious suburbs and is renowned for strong investment given it´s proximity to the University of Queensland and all of the key amenities.

The key features include: •

Kitchens feature Stone & prestigious ILVE appliances;

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Luxurious ensuite, with porcelain tile & double sinks;

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Ideally positioned laundries with convenient storage;

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Feature study area with desk & customised cabinetry;

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Polished hardwood timber, plush carpet or tiled flooring;

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Lift access, secure Intercom & Ducted Air-Conditioning.

For Sale $1,400,000 - 1,500,000 View Sat 24th June 12.30pm-1.00pm ljhooker.com/Q5VH1Z

Scott Gemmell 0414 606 114 New Farm 3146 5400

St Lucia 56 Bellevue Terrace

For Sale from $549,000 View Sat 24th June 1.00pm to 2.00pm ljhooker.com/QT3H1Z

Scott Gemmell 0414 606 114 New Farm 3146 5400

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.

ANSTEAD 246 Sugars Road

ELEVATED ACREAGE PERFECTION • • • •

2.5 Acres of north facing, elevated acreage with sweeping views 4 Generous bedrooms plus 5th bedroom or home office 2 Bathrooms including ensuite to the master Perfect separation with four defined living areas, soaring ceilings, large kitchen with walk in pantry • Large wrap around verandas overlooking the pool & tennis court

FOR SALE NOW OR BY AUCTION SUNDAY 25TH JUNE @ 1:30PM Inspect Saturday 12:00 - 12:45pm Benjamin Smith 0416 005 008 Kel Goesch 0408 647 568

CABARITA BEACH 8 PALM AVE

N AY O RD M TI TU 1A C A ,1 U , S LY A ITE JU -S H N 5T 1

This vacant & ﬂat block of absolute beachfront land is the jewel in the crown of the Tweed Coast.

ABSOLUTE BEACHFRONT LAND AT ITS BEST

• Resort style grounds with beautiful established gardens • Private gated entry with concrete driveway and feature lighting • Tremendous storage with 6 car spaces, additional area for trailers, boats, caravans & workshop • Huge 9m x 6m shed • Town water and 90,000 in ground water tank • Convenient to buses, schools and local shopping

INDICATIVE PERIMETER

Boasting a 17-meter frontage & a three story building height with arguably the best ocean, beach & headland views in the area. • Ultra-wide 17 metre frontage, area 622 m2 • 3-Storey (9m) building height • Sweeping ocean, beach & headland views • Vistas never to be built out Offering a lifestyle and investment opportunity that many search for but rarely ﬁnd. It is conveniently located: • 20 mins to Coolangatta International Airport • 1 hour 20 mins to Brisbane CBD • Next to Halcyon House with its soon to be developed luxury Day Spa & tennis centre • Next to Cabarita Beach Surf Club. • Minutes walk to restaurants, shops, bars, patrolled beaches and great surf breaks.

For details, visit www.cabaritabeachfront.com

Mason Garten 0451 307 305 masong@creg.com.au

Wayne Moore 0402 677 401 sales@seascaperealestate.com.au

11 exclusive townhomes in brisbane’s new green haven

Respiro Townhomes are connected to the five stage Masterplan Enviro Development Renovare’, located at Fehlberg Park, Yeronga.

Revitalise your lifestyle with abundant parkland, nearby vogue cafes, or ride your bike along the iconic Brisbane Corso. Retreat to you private sanctuary at Respiro and refresh yourself in the vast native landscaping, pool and recreational areas.

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“Luxury is timeless... and time is of the essence” call John Wyka now 0413 831 738

Multi-level innovation This house occupies a quiet spot with leafy vistas and privacy across its three distinct levels. An innovative layout places a twocar garage on the second floor, with external stairs down to a workshop beneath. Entering through the second floor, a hallway leads to an open-plan kitchen, dining and living room. Polished timber floors and high ceilings complete the level, with clerestory windows along the back wall letting in views and natural light. From the kitchen and living space, a partially covered outdoor area overlooks an established yard. Back inside, the kitchen includes a marble island bench top, timber cabinetry, an Italian mosaic splashback and quality appliances. Custom-made floating timber stairs lead past a built-in study desk to the home’s first floor, which

includes a laundry, bathroom and two airconditioned bedrooms with built-in wardrobes. There is also a rumpus room with sliding glass doors out to a covered patio and established garden. The main bedroom is on the top floor. It has airconditioning, multiple built-in wardrobes, large windows with privacy shutters and an ensuite with a double vanity and mosaic shower tiles.

TARINGA 229 Swann Rd Land: 405sq m Inspect: By appointment Agent: Robin McIlwain, Belle Property Toowong; ph: 3120 2350 or 0411 530 870 Auction: On site, Sat, Jun 24, 11am

The Penthouse - Quay West

2501/132 Alice Street, Brisbane City Rare opportunity to secure a ‘shining jewel in Brisbane’s crown’. Spectacular views are captured from every angle of the luxury living spaces in this stunning property - from the Botanical Gardens, Kangaroo Point Cliffs, Brisbane River, South Bank and beyond. Representing the ultimate ‘city-change’ with stylish penthouse living and a luxury

lifestyle with resort hotel conveniences - all sumptuously bundled in one of Brisbane’s most sought-after CBD locations, this elite property is a must to inspect! • • • •

245m2 Penthouse & 41m2 Car Parking Over 32 metres of Balcony & Terraces 5 Star resort facilities with Pool & Gym Low B/Corp @ approx $8,500 per annum

Expressions of Interest close: 2:00pm, Tuesday 4th of July, 2017. Contact Sue Buchanan 0409 745 480 or sue@blocksidge.com.au

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NORMAN PARK, 20 WYNNUM ROAD

UNIQUE RIVER - INSPIRED LIVING . A commanding riverfront position of unsurpassed views delivering that sense of space & privacy you have always dreamt of. Awaken to a glorious morning sunrise or relax as the sun sets over the city & the night sky comes to life. * A lavish master bedroom suite complete with a grand dressing room, free standing bath plus private access to the North-facing terrace * An expansive gourmet kitchen featuring Miele & Liebherr appliances, Quartzite bench tops, butlerÂ´s scullery & Teppanyaki BBQ * Many hours will be spent at the fully equipped & much loved "Boat House" with adjoining pontoon & sparkling inground pool * Acoustic glass & soundproofing blocks any hint of noise, four car garage, two car parking & turntable ensure easy road access

Inspect: Wed 6 - 6.30pm For Sale: Expression Of Interest Closing 23rd June

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$1,750,000

12/55

HOLIDAY VIBES EVERY DAY – WHY NOT? Total Area: 167m2

OPEN: Sat 12:00-2:00PM & Tue 12:00-1:00PM & Thu 6:00-7:00PM

Wednesday afternoon, 5pm: You wave to friends from your river-view balcony as they stroll by on their afternoon boardwalk - they end up staying for Spaghetti Marinara. You all head up to the Zen Garden to watch the sun set over the CBD – this is the reason you moved from the big family home - fun, impromptu gatherings . . . Friday morning, 7am: Wake up to your river vista. Brew your coffee (fresh from your Gaggenau coffee machine) and head down to Zahra’s 17.5m heated pool for a few leisurely laps . . . Sunday afternoon, 3pm: Watching the big match in Zahra’s cinema room keeps your cheering out of the apartment so your partner can have a nana nap . . .

RYAN LEDDICOAT

0422 132 222 PETER HUTTON

0488 018 170

Monday morning, 10am: The best time to stroll James St (our version of Hastings St, Noosa), late breakfast at Harvey’s, then a movie at Palace Cinemas.

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OXLADE DRIVE, NEW FARM

Modern fusion This elegant multi-level cottage on a corner block has been transformed into a luxurious residence where old world charm meets modern comfort. High ceilings, VJ walls, leadlight casement windows and polished hardwood floors highlight the homeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s historic feel, with split-system airconditioning, a security alarm and video intercom helping to bring it into the present. Beyond a courtyard entrance with established gardens and a stained glass-feature front door, a foyer leads into lounge and dining rooms with pendulum lighting. A hallway then continues beyond to a kitchen and living and dining room with a soaring angular ceiling and clerestory windows. From here is a back deck with city views. Completing the middle level is a bedroom with an ensuite. Upstairs houses the main bedroom, featuring a

private bar area, Juliet balcony, walk-in wardrobe and an ensuite with a spa bath. Windows with privacy shutters surround three sides of the spa bath, which sits beneath skylights and has views of the surrounding area. A third bedroom is located on the homeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lower level, along with a laundry, bathroom, an understair storage cupboard and access to a double garage with storage space.

AUCHENFLOWER 94 Birdwood Tce Land: 405sq m Inspect: By appointment Agent: Max Hadgelias, Ray White Paddington; ph: 3369 6488 or 0411 276 372 Auction: Emporium Hotel, Ann St, Fortitude Valley; Sun, Jun 25, 10am

Modern Masterpiece 22 PROCYON STREET, COORPAROO

5 Commanding an elevated position in one of Brisbane’s most sought-after enclaves, this extraordinary three level, solid concrete home, is a triumphant collaboration of contemporary design and superior construction. Architect Elizabeth Anderson, of awarded HAL Architects, has masterfully designed this home to enhance family living and entertaining, while maximizing the stunning city and vast urban views.

FEATURES • Stunning City and Vast Urban Views

AUCTION

• 2 x Huge Entertaining Terraces + Outdoor Kitchen

Saturday 15th July, 2017 at 12pm if not sold prior. Viewing: Call for viewing times.

• Fully Tiled Suspended Swimming Pool – Solar Heated

Contact:

• Home Cinema + Home Office + 2 Powder Rooms

Rachael Spinks - Spinks & Co Residential 0411 10 10 15, rachael@spinksco.com.au Vern Gilbert - Plum Property 0400 221 967, vern@plum-property.com.au

• Solid Concrete Construction (approx. 780m2 under roof) • Built by Trovato Constructions as Master Builder’s Own Home

• 4 Person Lift Servicing 3 Levels • Ducted Air Conditioning & Vacumaid System • Video Security + Security Screens + Automated Gates

This is a rare opportunity to secure a spectacular, multi-level contemporary residence in one of Brisbane’s most highly regarded locations.

• 6ft Rendered Concrete Wall - Full Perimeter Boundary • Zoned Sound System & Intercom System • 8 Car Garage + Additional Off-Street Parking

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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

From $529,000

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• SPRING HILL • ‘YORK HOUSE’ • 1930’S SPANISH MISSION INFLUENCES • GREGARIOUSLY PROPORTIONED • 6 BEDROOM • 3 BATHROOM • 38.4M FRONTAGE • $2M PLUS • • PADDINGTON PRECINCT • PEACEFULLY LOCATED ON THE HIGH SIDE OF THE STREET WITH DISTRICT VIEWS & GORGEOUS VERANDAHS • COMING SOON • $1.175M PLUS •

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Raine Horne Rural Brisbane

145 Ryan Road, TAROME Live the good life – Sophisticated yet practical in this glorious se ing

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75 minutes from Brisbane and 1,300 feet above sea level, this 13.5 acre property has breathtaking 360 degree views of the surrounding landscape. A-typical in every aspect, the curved lines and artful use of colour inspire creativity and command you to think outside the box. The home spans two air conditioned pavilions, linked by decking: • Main pavilion – soaring ceilings, full length glass sliding doors opening onto four metre wide timber decks, powder room, kitchen with butler’s pantry and access to the loft, master bedroom (with ensuite and walk in robe) • Second pavilion – Two bedrooms with built in cupboards and a two – way bathroom • Low maintenance gardens with orchard, organic vegetable garden and chicken run, watered from bore • 18m x 8m shed with concrete ﬂoor and skillion, two rain water tanks with water puriﬁcation system, 1 dam

By Appointment

Auction Friday 30th June, 11am Lvl 1/153 Racecourse Rd, Ascot Agent

Danny Bukowski 0427 007 116

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Horoscope with Tanya Obreza SCORPIO

GEMINI

(October 24-November 22) Scorpios love the best of everything. Maybe the current financial climate doesn’t allow for extravagance, but you might get away with having a small spending spree. However, take some time for rest too. Some of the cosmos is currently lazing back, and so should you.

(May 21-June 21) Forward planning is the key to a firm financial future, so this week you should investigate ways to make money grow. While you’re at it, reconsider older plans. Some ambitions may no longer serve you. Ditto for relationships. It’s never too late to change, Gemini.

SAGITTARIUS

CANCER

VIRGO

(June 22-July 22) You often feel the need to meddle in family matters. Not always the best thing to do, especially if you’re dealing with matters that aren’t your concern. Either think things through carefully, or defer said business to the rightful individuals.

(August 24-September 22) Conflict seems to be the norm right now, regardless of your best intentions. To defuse such emotions, don’t get your wires crossed. Make sure you know the facts. Just go easy on friends and family. Know who your true opponents are.

LEO

LIBRA

(July 23-August 23) While you might not be successful in your own right this week, you may be asked to applaud another’s good fortune. This can either be the cause of envy, or you offer congratulations. Go with the latter. Your support matters in good times as well as bad.

(September 23-October 23) This week, other people’s money can bring a windfall or your downfall, so be discriminating in your choice of financial partnerships. Don’t be troubled if a loan or line of credit falls through: there’s hope of a better offer in about two weeks.

(November 23-December 21) Whether you’re walking a monetary maze, or surrounded by untrustworthy company, you need to get yourself sorted. Although caution is still advised, by the end of the week the cosmos introduces a special someone. It may not be love at first sight, so try friendship first.

CAPRICORN (December 22-January 20) There’s much to be said for integrity. Unfortunately, not everyone understands this concept, so the chances of you hearing the-wholetruth-and-nothing-but-the-truth this week are slim. Maybe you should lead by example. Be truthful about recent actions.

AQUARIUS (January 21-February 18) The week allows hard-working Aquarians to mellow out. As a result, you may have much more time for family and friends, and an unusually

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high tolerance level. This means doing things more slowly than you usually would, but you are in no rush. Enjoy the give and take of life.

PISCES (February 19-March 20) Time out, Pisces. You really need to spend some quality time at home. Carefully think through various alternatives that will benefit you and your loved ones. Don’t be in so much of a hurry to make what could become life-altering plans. Do the groundwork first.

ARIES (March 21-April 20) Sometimes it pays to forge ahead without too much forethought. Call it “intuitive action” if you like, or perhaps it’s just being downright clever. You are more gifted than most and others can resent this. Go with your instincts and power ahead at top speed.

TAURUS (April 21-May 20) It’s a vibrant week, Taurus. These next few days should provide enough sparkle to light up even the darkest moments. So try to set aside plenty of time for play. Whether you are at work or at home, seek to indulge in activities that promise plenty of happy memories. tanyaobreza.com

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