Brisbane News Magazine October 11-17, 2017. ISSUE 1148

OCTOBER 11-17, 2017 ISSUE 1149

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JIMMY CHOO Why the legendary shoe designer is taking our young creatives under his wing

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Brisbane’s history is fascinating. This city has grown from a penal colony reserved for the worst criminals to a metropolis of nearly two million people in 193 years. It’s not a squeaky clean story; some of it is downright scary. Some of it is just the normal passage of time, suburbs spreading, lifestyles changing, fashions waning. Then there are the characterbuilding highs and lows of a society evolving. Compiling the “Then and Now” (right) content – one of my fave jobs of the week – continually shifts my perception of this city. I can see in the lovely black and white images the skeleton of what is to become. The opposite is true, too.

Brisbane is no stranger to the stealthy demolition of heritage landmarks. It seems now, however, that the pendulum is swinging back to honouring our built history, but tweaking it a little to make it suit life now (At Home, P31). If you want to witness the journey yourself, take the Brisbane City Council Heritage Trails or flick through State Library of Queensland’s Picture Queensland database. It’s a fascinating journey.

THEN & NOW 1933: The old Irish Club (above), in the city, has been transformed into the five-screen Elizabeth Picture Theatre by Stephen (main picture) and Peter Sourris. The brothers, who also redid New Farm’s Village Twin, are the third generation of their family involved in cinemas.

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Time to shine

I think we might change a few minds about opera.

There’s something for everyone

CALLING THE TUNE … Kathryn O'Halloran is part of Brisbane City Opera, which debuts its first full-scale production this week.

KATHRYN O’HALLORAN Soprano, 27 Singing sensation Kathryn O’Halloran is making a night at the opera more enticing – and more affordable – for younger audiences.

“There’s nothing really like opera,” the soprano says. “It takes music and it takes drama and it takes art and it combines it in one package. It has everything and when it’s done well, it’s unforgettable. It transports you and it challenges you.”

Kathryn and three other Queensland Conservatorium voice students and graduates have formed their own opera company, Brisbane City Opera, to create work for themselves and other young local talent. Since 2014 they have performed at weddings and corporate events across Brisbane, and will stage their first opera, Mozart’s Bastien & Bastienne, at Metro Arts in the city this week.

“Having the younger artists, we’re hoping to draw in some of our age

group/demographic, and I think our production of Bastien and Bastienne will appeal to that age group. And we’re trying to break those stereotypes that people have of opera,” the Greenslopes resident says.

BCO’s opera fundraiser at The Burrow, a bar-eatery at West End, this year was a sellout success.

BCO co-founder and Bastien and Bastienne director Chris McNee says BCO aims to make opera more accessible. “We want to give people the chance to come and see a high-

quality opera for a fraction of the usual price.”

Kathryn plays shepherdess Bastienne, who she says is like Grease’s Sandra Dee (Olivia NewtonJohn) as written by Mozart.

“I think we might change a few minds about opera. It’s not what people think it is. There are as many different genres of opera as there are movies so there’s something for everyone.”

Kathryn has sung solos with Brisbane group Canticum, the Noosa Chorale and in the Con’s production of Benjamin Britten’s Albert Herring, directed by Australian film director Bruce Beresford. At high school at Stuartholme School, Toowong, she sang in choirs before doing a degree in composition at the Con. Later she worked in fashion retail before returning to study classical voice.

She has always loved to sing, a passion which flourished while growing up on acreage at Cooroy, in the Sunshine Coast hinterland.

“To have a back paddock to go down and sing in was very handy although I’m not sure what the horses thought of it.”

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08 LIFE

Phil Brown He thought I had gone down the gurgler and I guess I looked like I had I have been on holidays recently and I’m afraid I used the occasion to let myself go somewhat.

For days I didn’t shave and I wore the same T-shirt for a week straight.

I did bathe which indicated that I hadn’t thrown the towel in completely but I must admit I did look in the mirror a couple of times and got something of a fright.

God knows what it’s going to be like one day when I retire (if I ever do) because then the momentum to let myself go permanently may be overwhelming. We spend so much of our lives trying to keep it all together that it may be a relief in the end to simply drop one’s bundle.

In Seinfeld, Jerry recognises George as having let himself go when he starts wandering around in track pants, a sure sign that someone has given up on life.

My friend, the historian and author Ross Fitzgerald, has written a series of novels about a character who lets himself go regularly. Grafton Everest

is an academic who is somewhat akin to Sir Les Patterson. He stars in a string of fictional adventures, the latest of which was entitled Going Out Backwards, written by Ross in collaboration with the comedian Ian McFadyen.

Some people have noted vague similarities between the author and his creation but there is a big difference between the two. Ross says Grafton Everest is what he would be like if he let himself go. That’s a neat trick, letting oneself go vicariously through fiction.

Unfortunately, the number of people who have let themselves go in reality is swelling and all too real. I run into some of them when I go to the supermarket, folk who really should have looked in the mirror before they went outside. Although I really can’t talk considering the state I was in on my holidays – wandering around in public unshaven, in an unwashed T-shirt, muttering under my breath when I couldn’t find things

on the supermarket shelf. I hope you didn’t see me. And I apologise if you did.

But most weekends I let myself go a bit, at least. And I wear trackdaks.

I recall one winter going out of the house wearing trackdaks, a grotty sweatshirt and beanie. I was dressed to run a stall at a flea market to get rid of all our old junk.

Some people might be shy about doing something like that, but not me. Anyway, when I was at the flea market, a bloke I know who used to be a waiter at a well-known but now defunct Brisbane restaurant came by and he saw me, wearing my trackdaks and beanie, with my small table of junk for sale, and was obviously shocked.

“Are you still working?” he asked. I think he thought I had gone down the gurgler and I guess I looked like I had let myself go. And you know what? I really didn’t care. Go figure.

Belinda Seeney When I was a young adult I went through a disturbing phase.

I barely recognise the person I was and even with the wisdom that accompanies eventual maturity, still can’t believe I was so foolish.

I used to skip breakfast.

That’s right, I’d breeze from the house every morning with nothing in my belly except a Lady Grey tea.

I’d down a coffee once I got to work and would snack on something that didn’t come in a mug but nothing that would pass muster as breakfast.

Questionable dietary choices and poor metabolism aside, the true travesty was years spent skipping not only the most important meal of the day but the most delicious too.

I would give almost anything to get those hundreds of missed breakfast opportunities back.

Fortunately for me, breakfast doesn’t hold a grudge and has welcomed me back to the club, showering me with delicious, delightful and decadent offerings.

I’m determined to make up for lost time, with gastronomic gusto.

Give me eggs, give me vegies, give me hipster grains mixed with pretentious sounding greenery and I’m a happy gal.

I’ve woken up to big bowls of steaming vegetarian pho, kickstarted my day with chilli jam and am yet to find a problem haloumi can’t solve.

Nine times out of 10 I’ll take a savoury start to the day but I have one weakness: French toast.

I’ll happily pass on pancakes, parfaits and panna cotta but when I spy a breakfast menu with bread dunked in egg, fried and drenched in syrup, I’m a goner. My phone is filled with photos of past indulgences.

There are discs of dunked brioche, stacked three pieces high, with blueberries, syrup, passionfruit gelato, and a soft tuft of Turkish pashmak devoured one school holiday.

The pashmak also tops a raisin pain au lait bread given the egg custard treatment one Saturday

brunch, alongside rhubarb compote and brown butter ice cream. Flick forward a few frames to a rainy day red velvet French toast sandwich stuffed with raspberry cream cheese.

As delightful as these breakfasts are, they are no match for the French toast platters at one of my favourite cafes. I’ve had rye with dark chocolate, sweet beetroot, candied pumpkin and toasted hazelnuts; and a festive brioche with plum pudding ice cream, cherries and nuts.

But perhaps the owner’s greatest feat was a glorious fusion of my two loves – savoury breakfasts and French toast: crunchy bread with Earl Grey tea-smoked salmon, raspberrypickled asparagus, fresh peas, raspberries, snow pea tendrils, creme fraiche and strawberry honey drizzle.

What a way to start the day.

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In Jimmy Choo’s I want to train people myself … and share my experience with people in different countries

footsteps The legendary shoe designer has put his art and soul into business. Now he is giving back to a new generation Belinda Seeney The first thing Professor Jimmy Choo notices about a person is their shoes.

When that person is me and my footwear is being openly scrutinised by the legendary designer it’s hard not to feel paranoid about whether the simple black and white striped stilettos I painstakingly selected hold up.

Fortunately, the diminutive designer who stands in judgment is both charming and kind.

He greets me with a smile, takes my proffered hand with both of his and bows deeply – all the better to examine my shoes.

“You’re so tall,” he exclaims as he straightens. “Such high heels.”

CREATIVE CALL … WA artist Peter Farmer’s print features on Jimmy Choo’s shoe (left) and Ae’lkemi couture gown by WA designer Alvin Fernandez.

Picture: AAP/Mark Calleja

He beams widely, continuing to hold my hand and I feel giddy with relief to have passed inspection.

Jimmy’s name is synonymous with shoes. The former trainee cobbler from Malaysia matured to become a highly awarded shoemaker to the stars, including seven years spent as designer and confidante to the late Princess Diana.

He has adorned the feet of hundreds of celebrities, denizens of high society and members of the royal family.

He produces his smartphone to flick through photos of his A-list clientele, among them Australian success stories Nicole Kidman, Elle Macpherson, Kylie Minogue and Natalie Imbruglia.

He is a celebrity in his own right but the master craftsman recalls his humble beginnings with pride.

Each day after school, Jimmy would make his way through the streets of George Town, the capital of Malaysia’s island state of Penang, to his father’s workshop.

Without television or computers vying for his attention, he would sit and watch his father craft shoes for a ledger of loyal clients.

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WELL HEELED … Princess Diana teamed designer gowns with Jimmy Choo shoes (Pictures: Tim Graham/Getty Images); an original design sketch by Jimmy (inset).

his cobbler father, Choo Kee Yin, then by other craftspeople in the capital.

Decades later and it was his turn to pass on the skills he learnt from his father, teaching his own children, Daniel and Emily, the art of shoe design and craftsmanship.

“Both of them, when they were young, would come to the workshops to help me make shoes,” he says.

“Because in the old days, I would employ so many people and the whole family would unite together. My father, my mother, my family, my children would all come and help.”

Neither child followed in their famous father’s footsteps. His Japanbased son is focused on marketing his line of Smart Doll fashion dolls and Emily is a trained pastry chef.

“Daniel Choo is not making shoes for humans, Daniel Choo is making shoes for the dolls,” the proud father says as he lets loose with a delighted

laugh. “He makes bags and belts and accessories for the smart dolls.

“And Emily makes shoes but only for herself. They both know the skill and both know how to make and design shoes.”

Choo is no longer associated with the retail brand that bears his name, selling his share in the business in 2001, focusing instead on couture design and his new passion – teaching.

Bestowed with the prestigious title of Datuk Professor Jimmy Choo OBE, he devotes his time to travelling the globe and sharing his knowledge.

“I want to do workshops, I want to train people myself, to be a speaker and share my experience with people in different countries,” he says.

Emerging Queensland designers are already reaping the benefit of his wisdom through his partnership with TAFE Queensland.

The training institute spent a year

PERFECT FIT … Jimmy Choo’s focus is now on couture design and teaching.

finetuning the arrangement which resulted in a four-day visit to Brisbane last month where the famed designer met students, hosted a masterclass, took part in a fashion symposium and spoke at several events raising money for the fashion program.

It was only the second time he had visited Australia but the country’s vivid geography and rich history has already managed to make an impression on his work.

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He unveiled six new couture designs while in Brisbane including two sleek slingback heels incorporating the work of Western Australian indigenous artist Peter Farmer.

The Blue Wren in Kambarang print depicts one of six Aboriginal seasons (kambarang, or spring) with vivid splashes denoting wildflowers and the arrival of the blue wren, Peter’s family totem.

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Jimmy cradles the shoes at a Brisbane News photo shoot, inspecting them under the studio lighting and comparing them with a dress in the same print by Western Australian designer Alvin Fernandez.

Forever teaching, he beckons both the model and the photographer over during the session to point out a feature of the print or detail of the shoes.

He’s eager to collaborate further with indigenous artists and plans to revisit Western Australia in 2018 for a holiday and leisurely exploration of galleries and the state’s striking natural environment.

It may not be the only return visit on his itinerary.

In September, he became ambassador for The Diana Award, a youth charity established to honour the late princess.

About the same time, her estate announced that every pair of shoes he made for her over his official seven-

year appointment would be returned to him. He plans to carefully replicate each pair and mount a travelling exhibition of the shoes which will crisscross the globe and raise money for The Diana Award.

At 68, he remains at the forefront of fashion but he humbly acknowledges he constantly learns new things from young designers too.

“Maybe they don’t have the experience I have from travelling around the world and talking to people but they have new technology, new ideas and new designs ... so I’ve already learned from them something new.

“They just need people like me, and my feedback to them, to lift them up and bring them to a different level.”

While students clamour to learn from a designer with enviable career longevity, he cautions the most important lesson must be mastered before the first tape measure is unfurled or fabric swatch selected.

”I LOST MY CHOO” … Sex and the City’s Carrie Bradshaw (Sarah Jessica Parker) and the shoes (inset) that part company in an episode where she runs late for the ferry.

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“I want to train them to be kind to people and more sincere and respectful because if you have those kinds of qualities – responsible, kind and down-to-earth – they can learn

things faster. Above all, treat people nice and show them respect.

“If you do not respect people, how can you expect them to respect you? If you’re too arrogant eventually no-one will come to you. You might make good business for one or two seasons then slowly people won’t come back.”

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Great escape artists Imaginations run wild when four siblings plan their family business’s next strategic move Belinda Seeney The Shakhovskoy siblings sit around a dining table, discussing the zombie apocalypse.

All agree the military training Simon, 33, received in the Australian Army would make him most likely to survive the post-human world. He, on the other hand, nominates Giovanna, 30, as the family’s dark horse, labelling her “a badass”.

When it comes to their weapon of choice, the four are divided.

Giovanna and youngest brother Paul, 27, would arm themselves with a samurai sword, she drawing inspiration from Tarantino flick Kill Bill, he channelling Michonne from cult television show, The Walking Dead.

Simon jokes a dragon was his first choice until a Game of Thrones plot twist necessitated a strategic rethink, settling on a battle axe instead.

The trio dissolves into laughter when Matthew, 35, loads a shotgun into his hypothetical arsenal.

“Where will you get the bullets, Matt?” Giovanna teases her eldest brother.

“My pocket,” he shrugs.

The laughter intensifies.

“You’d need pretty deep pockets.

Oh Matt, you’re going to die first,” Giovanna jokes.

“You’ll be the first to go,” Paul adds with glee.

“Shotgun? Rookie. This is why you’re not going to survive,” Simon says, shaking his head in disbelief.

The quartet are Directors of the Extraordinary, the interactive entertainment and education company they founded in 2014 with Escape Hunt Brisbane, the city’s first

ACTION PLAN … Paul, Matt, Giovanna and Simon Shakhovskoy’s next project is Containment. Picture: AAP/Renae Droop

dedicated escape game venue. Its success propelled them to develop “gamified” corporate exercises and educational programs.

The kitchen war council is ready for its next project: Containment.

The large-scale strategy game takes over Brisbane Powerhouse for 12 days this month, “infecting” players with a zombie virus and giving them 60 minutes to find a cure.

“It will be over four levels but once players enter the game, they’ll be completely isolated from the general public, immersed in the world and won’t break from that world until they exit the game,” Simon says.

Actors will emulate the undead and blockbuster sets will create a zombie wasteland.

Containment aims to replicate the success of their 2015 experience, ‘The Great Escape From Boggo Road Gaol’, billed at the time as “Australia’s largest mass escape game”. Over 10 days, 1500 inmates were locked in the former jail’s cells, 80 at a time, and given 90 minutes to break out.

“It was our first foray into something bigger and more exciting than four walls,” Giovanna says. “Our imaginations went wild after that.”

The siblings grew up in Indooroopilly and Fig Tree Pocket with their parents Margherita and Greg, who are their cheerleaders and occasional set builders. After high school – Giovanna at Brigidine and her brothers at Marist College Ashgrove – the siblings pursued

different career paths. Matt applied his business and economics degrees to international social enterprises, Simon served as an army engineer for 10 years, Giovanna was a social worker specialising in child health and protection and Paul worked as a graphic designer.

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Matt says, “We all really enjoy working together. When it comes to creating new ideas and products, we all come together into that space and have really cool brainstorming sessions.”

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Talent blooms A treasure trove of still-life works from Philip Bacon’s stockroom surprise and delight

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EPHEMERAL BEAUTY … Rupert Bunny’s Still life with dahlias and marigolds was painted around 1926.

There’s something a tad eternal about the best still life art. It was the British romantic poet John Keats who wrote “a thing of beauty is a joy forever” in his poem Endymion.

And therein lies the attraction. OK, a still life painting may not actually last forever but it will certainly outlast us. There are some wonderful examples in The Still Life, the latest exhibition at Philip Bacon Galleries.

The gallery mostly does solo shows of some of the country’s best artists but every now and then Philip and his staff curate a museum-quality exhibition like this one, drawing on the rich resources of their stockroom.

Not many people have a stockroom that includes brilliant still life works by the likes of Hans Heysen, Charles Blackman, Rupert Bunny, Margaret Olley, Sam Fullbrook and Michael Zavros.

Lovely to see works by Brisbane master William Robinson too.

Philip says nearly 50 works by a diverse range of artists cover more than a century of Australian art.

“Even I am surprised at what we have found tucked away in the storage racks,” Philip says.

“Though the subject is still life, the different approach each artist takes reflects their interests and their passions,” Philip says. “While someone like Margaret Olley is famous for painting still lifes, and we have three of her best, Arthur Streeton is not, and yet two of his works, one a stunningly rich painting of roses, the other a night-time study

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SURPRISE PACKAGES … Works from the stockroom include (clockwise from top left) Jun Chen’s Lilies; William Robinson’s Tulips and pears; and Charles Blackman’s Afternoon Tea.

of a room in his Melbourne home, show what a master he was at whatever he turned his hand to.”

One of the most impressive is also one of the largest works - Charles Blackman’s moody Afternoon Tea which is quite different from other works on show. This one is classic Blackman with a darker aesthetic.

Gorgeous to see some exquisite historical pieces too such as Bessie Gibson’s Pivoines blanche, painted

about 1915, and Rupert Bunny’s lovely Still life with dahlias and marigolds, circa 1926.

The two Streetons are revelatory and I particularly loved Night interior, Melbourne, which is rich and sophisticated.

Sam Fullbrook’s Still life with fruit is another quite different piece in his colourful, somewhat smudgy style.

Then there are the Olleys. Nobody will ever come close to Margaret

Olley in this genre and a painting such as Pears and Porcelain, painted in 1978, is a masterpiece and the sort of painting you could gaze at for hours.

Great to see newer works too such as Jun Chen’s vibrant Lilies, painted last year, and a new work by Michael Zavros, The lover.

The thing about still life work is that these things of beauty are joys forever because they don’t age or decay. Still life can be a celebration of

the beauty of the world as well as a reminder of the ephemerality of such beauty in the real world.

Some are in the memento mori tradition of art that reminds us of our own mortality and the fragility of life.

That makes this exhibition poignant as well as beautiful.

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Rush brushes up another minor masterpiece FILM FINAL PORTRAIT (M) hhhhj Director: Stanley Tucci Starring: Geoffrey Rush, Armie Hammer David Helfgott (Shine), Albert Einstein (Genius), now Alberto Giacometti (Final Portrait) ... eccentric genius suits Geoffrey Rush. He feeds off his characters’ singular intensity.

And, an accomplished actor in his own right, Stanley Tucci knows just

how to direct his Oscar-winning lead in Final Portrait — containing that theatrical flourish within a relatively economical storyline.

It makes for a film in which watching paint dry is oddly fascinating.

Rather than creating a classic biopic about the Swiss artist, Tucci focuses on a short period when American writer and art lover James Lord (Hammer) agrees to sit for a portrait while visiting Paris in 1964. Giacometti says it will only take a few days. But days turn to

weeks, as sometimes Lord turns up at the artist’s decrepit Montparnasse studio only to be bumped by Giacometti’s capricious mistress Caroline (Clemence Poesy). At others, Giacometti paints a few strokes then slams down his brushes in despair.

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Quirky quality RESTAURANT Tony Harper Two weeks ago I was on Teewah Beach north of Noosa with the family, picking up pipis by the bucket-load and throwing them on the fire.

Delicious, if a bit gritty. Given their abundance and our apparent fascination with local, foraged produce, why don’t we see them on menus more often?

I found them at a new, casual, savvy bar-cum-restaurant on Petrie Terrace: Jessie’s Girl Spritz and Wine Bar. Well done, ladies.

It’s a bit of a brave moniker given the brevity of the wine list. But it’s an artfully chosen handful of wines that straddles style, quality, quirk and conservatism in equal measure; a trait that seems endemic to every aspect of the place. And it morphs, constantly – no contracts to be honored, no lazy pandering to one or two companies, no selling of souls. It’s the sort of list I love. And yes, there is a spritz menu.

Won’t that be fun in summer?

Jessie’s Girl took over the space that previously housed Hops, Scotch and Beans. It has been given a thorough facelift – brightened, opened-up, cute bar. The look is quite minimalist but purposeful, relaxed, fairly intimate, and inviting. There’s not much frill or finery – concrete floor, bare wooden tables, a banquette, bentwood chairs and some stools around the bar.

When it comes to the food offering there is no change in the mantra of brevity, quirk and interest.

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If there’s a cuisine style it’s loose – Euro-centric, and able to be shared.

Like the wine list, it has its classics (steak tartare, rillettes, charcuterie, croquettes, caponata) and things that are a little less staid (pipis, Italian meatballs, a “toastie”).

How is it? Pretty good in a considered, uncomplicated way.

It’s honest food, not quite rustic, but certainly not trying to be clever: no skullduggery but from a kitchen that understands food – and there are plenty that don’t – with presentation that’s only just smart enough to

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Perhaps I’m succumbing to nostalgia, but it’s the pipis ($26) I love most, cooked with chunks of speck, littered with herb and swimming in juice. Meatballs ($21) are rich, delicious and in no way unexpected, made from wagyu and pork, soaking in a rich, tomato-based sauce, basil for garnish. There are brussels sprouts ($10). Oh, how I loathe them, but I’m with a chap who insists on cauliflower,

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Jessie’s Girl is as much about the bar as it is about the food. Everything – food, drinks, place – seems to be well thought-out, pared back, with loads of appeal. It can be hard to keep menus and wine lists brief and useful at the same time, but here, I reckon, they’ve managed it.

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Precious pocket WINE Mike Frost Between the Marlborough sauvignon blanc “savalanche” and the rich, powerful pinot noirs of Central Otago, it’s easy to overlook that there’s a lot more to New Zealand wines than these.

Marlborough produces some pretty tasty pinot noirs, while Martinborough lays claim to delicious pinots and chardonnays.

But for cabernet sauvignon, merlot, cabernet franc and interesting shiraz, it’s hard to go past Hawke’s Bay on the North Island, particularly wines from the Gimblett Gravels.

This old river bed was once considered the worst country in the region for agriculture and was home to drag strips and quarries.

Not too long ago you could hardly give the land away, now it’s among the most prized in New Zealand and viticulture is confined to a tightly defined 800 hectares.

If you want to see why it is so highly regarded, seek out the Reserve and Legacy syrahs from Vidal. The winery is part of the Villa Maria group but winemaker Hugh Crichton says they are encouraged by the

group to go their own way in the pursuit of excellence and individuality.

The wines are called syrah because, as Hugh says, they do not want to be lumped in with the big, rich shirazes of the Barossa Valley or McLaren Vale.

He sees them as more akin to the wines of the northern Rhone Valley of France, still rich in dark berry and cherry flavours and spice but in more of a medium-bodied style.

Vidal has three levels of wine – Estate, Reserve and Legacy. The current release 2014 Reserve Syrah ($40) shows blackberry, plum and spice on the nose and medium-bodied palate, with a fine tannin finish. The 2014 Legacy Syrah ($75) has more concentrated dark berry and plum fruit, with spice, fine, firm tannins and more oak.

Both should drink well for some years, with the Legacy a very good cellaring proposition.

Vidal also produces very tasty chardonnays. The 2016 Reserve ($30) and 2016 Legacy ($55) show elegant citrus fruit and restrained oak.

You’ll find the Vidal wines in independent fine wine shops and good restaurants.

For more on the winery, see vidal.co.nz frostonvine@yahoo.com.au

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Green bean scene

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AM Greenhaus Coffee, Teneriffe There’s a new bean on the scene with Greenhaus Coffee grinding fresh brews on the former Dello Mano site, two doors down from its sister establishment, Botanica Real Foods.

There’s no doubling up with the salad and sweets trade Botanica is renowned for; rather there’s a focus on grab-and-go breakfast and brunch options and takeaway coffee made on Allpress beans ($3.50/$4.50) with Milk Lab providing almond and lactose-free milk options (70c/50c).

Menu offerings are seasonal and vegetarian and include savoury

tartines ($8), brioche toasties ($6), breakfast parfaits ($6.50), porridge ($8) and soup ($10). Looking to satisfy those sugar cravings? Sweet loaves and cake slices ($6.50) should do it.

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From Red Dog to Marvel, Aussie actor Rachael Taylor combines natural talent with a healthy lifestyle

Any treats?

Cheese. Give me a charcuterie board and I am a happy woman.

with Leesa Maher What’s new with you?

I’ve been filming some awesome projects, working with wonderful humans, keeping fit, and did a big reno on my house which was stressful but worth it.

What have your learned from makeup artists over the years?

Good makeup starts with good, clean skin. I can’t live without Neutrogena HydroBoost cleansers ($16 each, right). I go between the gel wash and gelee milk for morning and night. They both contain hyaluronic acid, so I know my skin is constantly being hydrated.

Where is home?

New York and Los Angeles for the most part, but Tasmania is my “heart” home. My jaw drops when I get off the plane no matter how many times I’ve seen that landscape. I grew up there.

What are you working on?

Marvel’s The Defenders has just been released on Netflix and we are filming the next season of Jessica Jones in New York. When I read the script I couldn’t not be a part of Jessica Jones – this show (about a former superhero who opens her own detective agency) was created by women, for women and is such an empowering series.

You have played some great characters – Nancy in Red Dog, Diana Bliss in House of Bond.

Any faves?

Both of those. My Aussie projects are nearest to my heart. Diana Bliss was a

GOLDEN GIRL … US-based Rachael Taylor calls Tassie home. Picture: Chris Pavlich

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In a copy of The Steering Wheel and Society & Home magazine published on October 1, 1940, an article appears about a house in Ashgrove owned by Mr and Mrs H.R. Hermann and designed by architect John Blanche ...

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TIME TRAVELLER … Queensland walnut features in new joinery in the kitchen, and in the original home (top left); the compact extension includes a new master suite.

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“They wanted an interior that was contemporary and refined yet still paid homage to period detailing in the original part of the home,” she says.

Geoff and Kristi were passionate about the use of Queensland walnut in the original home, so Corinne echoed its use in the new joinery.

“This very rich timber paired with

stainless steel, marble, white and charcoal formed a very simple yet textural and warm palette of finishes that we feel really makes the space. It has volume and light but still manages to feel like a cosy family home,” Corinne says.

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The connection between old and new formed some challenging ceiling heights, which Corinne resolved by integrating bulkheads into the

kitchen cabinetry. “The new spaces are a light-filled release from the cosier, smaller-scaled spaces of the front house. While it is a stark contrast we wanted to create a solid link and form a sense of continuity within the home,” Corinne says.

A laundry/mud room is also tucked behind the kitchen and new cabinets provide extra storage.

Formal living rooms, children’s bedrooms and a bathroom are all in the original cottage. Unlike Mr and Mrs Hermann, who had separate bedrooms, Geoff and Kristi share the new master bedroom added to the rear of the new extension.

“Geoff and Kristi wanted elements of the home to feel adult and their own, but also to cater to the needs of a young family … The new master suite is a private sanctuary for the adults to retreat to, however the bedroom daybed has become a favourite spot for all the family,” Corinne says.

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Red centre A big shift in garden design led to an epic trip, writes landscaper Michael Bates Back in late 2002, a set of drawings arrived on my desk showing tectonic plates pushing up out of the earth’s surface. They were accompanied by photos of a contorted Plasticine model, unlike anything I had seen before. The designer was Vladimir ‘Tom’ Sitta of Terragram. We had wrestled a few of his landscapes into submission previously.

Little did I realise that this job, to create the now internationallyacclaimed Red Garden on Sydney’s lower North Shore, would take me on an epic journey that has cost me more personally than it’s polite to mention here. It involved research trips to Darwin, Alice Springs and the East Kimberley – searching for stone that would make this project more a sculptural installation than a garden.

We found purple slate in Kununurra and red sandstone in Alice Springs, had it carted back to Sydney, and had to call on senior stonemasons to split it into pieces for the angled tectonic plates.

Tom’s work is fresh, novel and exciting. A lot of his ideas begin as

GROUND BREAKER … Sydney’s Red Garden. Images from Michael Bates’ The New Australian Garden. Pictures: Jason Busch

A lot of his ideas begin as doodles which he morphs into garden designs for his clients

doodles which he morphs into garden designs for his clients, sometimes referred to by him as his “victims”.

The Plasticine model was brought to the site and stayed there until the end – melting and turning red from the dust. It became a metaphor for all of us engaged in the building process.

Tom deliberately tries to make you feel uncomfortable with his awkward angles erupting from the earth. Steel supports were used to hold the whole thing together.

Plants initially were the clients’ favourites – ponytail palm, frangipani, a euphorbia and agaves. Three dragon’s blood trees were clumped together so they share one large mop of hair. A huge pandanus with lewd aerial roots was craned in to visually separate the garden spaces.

A New Zealand Christmas tree hedge along the boundary provides a backdrop to the mad array of plants.

The pool garden flows from the clients’ art studio. Here you appreciate the smooth lines of Luigi Rosselli’s contemporary architecture.

A small courtyard at the back of the house features a sunken spiral sculpture made from purple slate.

The Red Garden is now a global sensation that has featured in books, magazines and on the BBC television series Around the World in 80 Gardens with Monty Don. This is an edited extract from Michael Bates’ The New Australian Garden (Murdoch Books, $60).

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Crunch time Alastair McLeod There’s always a bit of trial and error in the kitchen. Truth be told, many of the dishes I offer you are born this way. New season asparagus and chorizo from my local farmers’ market and a few eggs from our girls became this simple spring celebration. Taking a few ingredients to deliver something delicious calls to mind the saying “Good judgment comes from experience, and experience comes from bad judgment”.

ASPARAGUS, CRISPY EGG, CHORIZO VINAIGRETTE INGREDIENTS Sea salt White wine vinegar 6 free-range eggs 150g plain flour 200g fine breadcrumbs 3 large bunches asparagus 75g butter 200g chorizo sausage, cut into 1cm pieces 2 golden shallots, finely chopped ½ small bunch flat leaf parsley, finely chopped Wild sorrel, optional

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Bring a large pot of water to a gentle boil then season and acidulate generously with salt and vinegar. Carefully crack four eggs into individual poaching dishes, place into the tumbling water and cook for 3-4 mins. Remove with a slotted spoon and plunge into ice water to arrest the cooking process. Once cold, drain eggs on absorbent paper. Crack remaining eggs into a small bowl and place flour and breadcrumbs into similar sized bowls. Carefully toss the poached eggs in flour and shake off excess. Next roll each through the egg, draining off excess. Finally toss through the breadcrumbs. For a thicker coating repeat the last two steps. Peel the ends of the asparagus and snap off woody ends. Chorizo vinaigrette: Melt butter in a frypan, over medium heat. Add chorizo and cook gently until golden. Add shallots and cook until soft then add parsley. To serve, deep fry eggs at 180C for 4 mins. Meanwhile poach asparagus spears in boiling salted water for 3 mins, then drain. Serve asparagus alongside egg and dress with chorizo vinaigrette and sorrel. Serves 4 ALASTAIR McLEOD is chef and co-owner of Al’Freshco. alfreshco.com.au

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Look to cool way As the weather warms up, maintaining a cool living environment becomes a necessity for homeowners.

While a solution to beating the heat is an airconditioner, the Australian Refrigeration Council (ARC), which administers the national refrigeration and airconditioning license scheme on behalf of the Federal Government, points out some key questions people should ask to ensure they select the right unit for their needs.

Chief executive Glenn Evans says airconditioners are not only an increasing necessity in modern life, but a significant household investment that need to be installed legally and correctly.

“If your airconditioner selection is inappropriate and not installed correctly or maintained properly, it can cost you financially and have a negative impact on the environment,”

he says. Before purchasing an airconditioner, the ARC recommends people consider which unit will best suit the layout of their home.

“Think about influencing factors like insulation, windows and the number of rooms to be cooled,” Glenn says.

“For multiple rooms, a multi-split or ducted system might be more suitable than a single head conditioner, which is more suitable for a single room.”

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New York Heritage setting with city centre lifestyle This heritage-listed New York-style penthouse exudes sophistication with mahogany, marble and granite elements, along with coffered ceilings and intricate parquetry flooring.

An elevator grants access to an entry foyer with chequered marble tiling. The floorplan is split into two areas, the first of which comprises

three bedrooms, including one with a marble ensuite, a library with mahogany shelving, a laundry and bathroom.

Past the foyer, a formal lounge adjoins a formal dining room with an ornate chandelier.

Across from the dining room, the main bedroom has timber shutters, a walk-in wardrobe and marble ensuite with a spa bath.

At the apartment’s rear, a spacious living room is subtly separated from the kitchen by a frosted-glass feature

BRISBANE CITY 43/208 Adelaide St Inspect: By appointment Agent: Ben White, Place New Farm; ph: 3107 5111 or 0414 647 582 Price: $2.9 million+

wall. Full-length french doors connect the living room to two Juliet balconies overlooking Anzac Square.

Along with three garages and ducted airconditioning, the penthouse has access to first-class communal facilities, including a full-sized billiards room, gym and indoor swimming pool.

In the heart of the city centre, the residence is within walking distance of Queen Street Mall, Brisbane Botanic Gardens and Suncorp Stadium.

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By the riverside This 1916 homestead, called Riverview, occupies a riverfront block and has been restored to showcase timeless grandeur, from VJ walls and soaring ceilings to polished timber flooring.

It has a triple-gable facade with an entry porch, flag pole, stone stairway and established gardens.

Inside, an open-plan dining and lounge room has leadlight windows and decorative lighting.

A country-style kitchen is nearby, while two bedrooms with veranda access are to one side of the house, divided by a shared ensuite. One bedroom also connects to a study. A second study is nearby.

Three more bedrooms occupy the opposite side of the house. The main bedroom overlooks the Maroochy River and has an ensuite.

The family bathroom is near a laundry with external access and a

connecting cellar. Bi-fold and french doors open from the lounge room to a wraparound timber deck with river vistas and stairs down to the back yard.

The side veranda connects to an in-ground saltwater pool.

Riverview also has a three-bay machinery shed, 200,000L of water storage, two dams, a separate onebedroom demountable and a private pontoon and boat ramp.

MAROOCHY RIVER 1154 Yandina Coolum Rd Land: 6ha Inspect: By appointment Agent: Ben Anderssen, Harcourts Solutions; ph: 3839 5004 or 0417 750 001 Auction: On site, Fri, Oct 13, 11am

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Country haven Discover rural bliss at this family homestead surrounded by creeks and gullies. A veranda wraps the house, while traditional windows attract natural light and countryside vistas into almost every room.

On entry to the single-storey residence, a hallway with decorative lighting and VJ walls passes formal lounge and dining rooms with antique chandeliers, polished concrete flooring and a fireplace.

Nearby is a country-style kitchen with bi-fold doors to a deck.

Polished timber flooring flows from the kitchen into a media room.

Nearby is an office and the main bedroom, which has a fireplace and an ensuite with a claw foot bath.

The five other bedrooms, positioned at the rear of the house, share a bathroom with a Victorianstyle double vanity.

Other features of the homestead include a 15m pool with a partiallycovered timber pavilion, along with a barn which has two covered patios, a kitchenette, bathroom and loft bunkhouse.

A three-bay shed, chook house, old dairy shed and vegetable garden complement the property’s prosperous farmland capable of running 30 head of cattle, thanks to water tanks, bore water and a dam.

LACEYS CREEK 3 Rose Ln Land: 44.64ha Inspect: By appointment Agent: Angela Galvin, Ray White Samford; ph: 3289 1122 or 0408 717 835 For sale: By expressions of interest, closing Mon, Oct 23, 4pm

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Bank Demands Immediate Acঞon — Mount Tamborine’s Best ‘Sunset Farm’, 300 Main Western Road, Mount Tamborine, QLD • 19.7ha* (48* acres), rich red volcanic soils and outstanding water for an array of uses near the centre of this tourism area • Arguably the fla est, largest parcel of land in the area • 2 level home and granny flat, surrounded by magnificent trees • Outstanding crystal clear water from 9 bores and 1 well To be sold through a public disposal auc on and could be the bargain of the year.

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Timeless charm This timeless Queenslander is metres from Moreton Bay. A concrete path leads past grassy lawns and established gardens to timber stairs that ascend to the residence. Inside, VJ walls, high ceilings, decorative cornices and leadlight windows flow throughout.

Numerous hopper windows feature in a carpeted sunroom, which flows to a hallway separating two bedrooms with sliding-door entries.

One bedroom has split-system airconditioning and a connecting study with street views, while the second bedroom has french doors opening to a sleep-out with casement windows. Both bedrooms share a bathroom with a combined shower and bath.

Spacious lounge and dining rooms are positioned to one side of the house, separated by a rich timber

archway with built-in glass cabinetry.

The dining room has leadlight windows and direct access to the kitchen, which features cooking appliances, an adjoining meals area and louvre windows. A powder room is behind the kitchen, next to external stairs leading down to the back yard.

The large back yard has a water tank and Hills hoist clothesline. The front of the house also has a covered patio and single-car garage.

MANLY 101 Kingsley Tce Land: 810sq m Inspect: Thu, Oct 12, 4.30-5pm; Sat, Oct 14, 10-10.30am and 1.30-2pm Agent: Haydn Meyer, Ray White Manly; ph: 3505 2300 or 0411 441 727 Auction: On site, Sat, Oct 21, 2pm

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Grandeur of Country Living… Only 35mins* to Brisbane CBD ‘Vera’, 132 Foggs Road, Mount Samson, Samford Valley • 40* all useable acres with 1km* of permanent double creek frontage • Stunning 516m2* tradi onally built five bedroom homestead inspired by the historical colonial home ‘Vera’ in New Farm • Addi onal Circa 1920 restored three bedroom co age This is idyllic, peaceful, country living at its best, and yet only 35* minutes from the Brisbane CBD. Priced to sell now, offering outstanding value.

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A truly divine heritage listed residence intertwining New York style interiors and classic appointments, this is one of the finest penthouse apartments in Brisbane City.

BRISBANE CITY 43/208 Adelaide Street

INSPECT Saturday 1 – 1:30pm

The expansive 309m2, single level layout introduces soaring coffered ceilings with intricate parquetry flooring constructed from the finest mahogany. Capturing the views of the iconic ANZAC Square below, the open plan family, living and dining areas adjoin a gourmet kitchen, equipped to the highest culinary specifications. This home features four bedrooms including a generous master suite, three bathrooms, powder room and an executive library appointed with mahogany cabinetry. Heralding from an era when quality was of the utmost importance, meticulous craftsmanship is showcased throughout this magnificent residence.

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HAMPTONS One of the most anticipated properties of 2017, this home boasts classic Hamptons style in one of Wavell Height’s most coveted blue chip streets.

WAVELL HEIGHTS 56 Tarm Street

INSPECT By Appointment

The open plan living/dining area flows effortlessly to the alfresco entertaining space thanks to the corner-stacking glass doors. Designed with the family in mind, monitoring kids is a breeze whether they are in the pool or yard. The downstairs media room is the perfect place for teenagers to enjoy their own space. There is also an additional room perfect to be used as a home office, toy room or can be easily be converted into a sixth bedroom. The chef’s kitchen features 40mm Caesarstone benchtops and splashback, 2 Pac cabinetry and Ilve induction cooktop, oven and dishwasher.

6 BED 2+ BATH 2 CAR + POOL

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FOR SALE Tristan Rowland 0411 572 970 David Simmons 0416 675 223 PLC-OP3715_BN_B

EXQUISITE Few properties in the inner city can rival the size and grandeur of this outstanding 1890’s era Colonial masterpiece in Bardon.

INSPECT Saturday 1 – 1:30pm

BARDON 94 Gerler Street

FOR SALE

Occupying a prime 1,012m2 block, the home has been exquisitely and meticulously renovated with a designer’s eye for detail, to create a superb four bedroom plus study residence that will surpass your expectations. The proportions are grand and the fixtures and fittings used throughout are first class. Brilliantly designed for living and entertaining, the home has a large, well equipped kitchen with European appliances, elegant formal rooms, a superb casual alfresco area and a 13m swimming pool, all set in a sought-after, family friendly locale.

4 + BED 3 BATH 3 CAR + POOL

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MONUMENTAL Over 600m2 of living with endless opportunities to add value!

INSPECT Saturday 11 – 11:30am

ST LUCIA 14/100 Macquarie Street

FOR SALE $3,600,000 to $4,000,000

This is a one-of-a-kind chance to purchase a dual level penthouse. Constructed to the highest quality it boasts an 18m frontage with a northern aspect across the Brisbane River. With the potential to achieve up to six bedrooms, and featuring multiple internal living spaces and outdoor areas, this is the perfect house alternative. An expansive gourmet kitchen has Miele appliances, soft close cabinetry and sleek granite and marble benchtops. The private lift takes you to your exclusive covered rooftop area with over 284m2 of space. The hard work has been completed, now is the time to make this yours and add a hint of personalization.

4 BED 2 BATH 3 CAR + POOL

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Simon Caulfield 0437 935 912 Courtney Maguire 0401 031 668 PLC-OP3715_BN_D

MORNINGSIDE 53 Ison Street Unmatched in this prime pocket of Morningside, this three bedroom plus multipurpose room City Home is one of only two freehold properties available in the Ison Collection. A clever design incorporates generous living spaces with terraces, courtyards and an expansive balcony, connecting to panoramic cit y views. Enter tainers will appreciate a gourmet kitchen complete with V-Zug steam and convection ovens and the finest Italian cabinetry.

Contemporary design deserves an indulgent master sanctuary, this property delivers with a five star master suite. A study and unrivalled storage spaces complete your inner city home.

3 BED 2 BATH 2 CAR

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MORNINGSIDE 3/59 Ison Street This Ison Collection four bedroom Cit y Home of fers a premium lifest yle for the most discerning of buyers. Picturesque suburban views and cit y glimpses merge with the contemporary interiors of the home, creating an ever changing wallpaper. Gourmets will appreciate an entertainer’s kitchen complete with V-Zug steam and convection ovens and finest Italian cabinetry. The master suite is crafted to blend latest trends with timeless style, featuring indulgent and luxurious appointments. Further appointments include a study nook, solar power system and functional storage spaces to deliver an unrivalled inner city lifestyle.

4 BED 2 BATH 2 CAR

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INSPECT Thursday 6 – 6:30pm and Saturday 12 – 12:30pm FOR SALE $1,245,000 Sarah Hackett 0488 355 553 Brenton Faehrmann 0414 892 990

INSPECT Thursday 6 – 6:30pm and Saturday 12:30 – 1pm FOR SALE $1,095,000 Sarah Hackett 0488 355 553 Brenton Faehrmann 0414 892 990 PLC-OP3715_BN_E

MORNINGSIDE 21 Hillsdale Street

INSPECT Saturday 11 – 11:30am

This stylish Hamptons inspired residence is located in a highly desired Morningside pocket.

Designed by Ben Thomas Architects and hand crafted by Eiffe Builders, this home seamlessly connects an array of living and family spaces, flowing to a huge gourmet kitchen. Glass sliders allow for effortless integration to the rear covered alfresco area and the stunning semi in-ground pool. The master suite features a private Juliet balcony, walk-in robe and an immaculate ensuite.

A further four bedrooms and two bathrooms accommodate the remaining household.

5 BED 3 BATH 2 CAR + POOL

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SHERWOOD 90 Borden Street Set on a massive 810m2 double allotment, this property is in a key position moments away from great local amenities, schools and leisure centres. Your family will love the space that this property offers, with three living areas and a self-contained granny flat. This home has great potential for further renovations, extension, and even room to add a pool. The grassy backyard is the perfect place for children and pets to play, fully fenced and with manicured lawn and gardens. Upstairs provides a touch of peace and privacy with four spacious bedrooms, serviced by two separate bathrooms.

5 BED 3 BATH 3 CAR

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AUCTION Thursday 26 October at 6pm, Place Auction Rooms, 33 Lytton Rd, East Brisbane

Tammy Dale 0407 120 099 Paul Curtain 0411 721 474

INSPECT Wednesday 5:30 – 6pm and Saturday 12 – 12:45pm AUCTION Saturday 28 October at 4pm, On-site Gary Eaton 0403 086 251 Kerry Bellamy 0439 422 933 PLC-OP3715_BN_F

INDOOROOPILLY 202/117 Station Road T h i s s p a c i o u s 115 m 2 th re e b e d ro o m a p a r tm e nt i s l o c ate d o n th e s e c o n d f l o o r of Indooroopilly’s most exciting new development. The well-appointed kitchen features European appliances and flows seamlessly through to the living area with a private balcony perfect for entertaining or relaxing. Capturing picturesque views of Mt Coot-tha and the city, the rooftop terrace offers a resort-style pool, barbeque and lounge area. Due for completion early 2018, Westside Indooroopilly presents buyers with a rare opportunity to reside in an ideal location with access to high quality apartment features and facilities.

3 BED 2 BATH 1 CAR + POOL

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CHERMSIDE WEST 22 Ben Street

INSPECT Display apartment now open.

Available to inspect by prearranged appointment.

FOR SALE $599,900

Sally Mulhearn 0422 228 320

INSPECT By Appointment

This landmark home sits proudly on top of one of the highest points in the north, offering incredible vistas of both the city and ocean towards Moreton Island and Stradbroke Island.

This home has a commanding street presence, surrounded by a 40m long rock retaining wall, this 1,012m2 corner block provides plenty of space and privacy on this quiet street.

Comprising of five generous bedrooms and three bathrooms, the intelligent design provides multiple functional spaces for all to enjoy. The kitchen is the true hear t of the home, overlooking the sparkling swimming pool and views of the bay beyond.

Tristan Rowland 0411 572 970

5 BED 3 BATH 2 CAR + POOL

Chris Winkler 0408 479 348

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Leisure centre Plenty of bedrooms, bathrooms, a tennis court, squash court, pool, spas and a massive wine cellar – there’s little this five-level Stafford Heights residence doesn’t have.

The house with all the bells and whistles started out as a major renovation project to deliver the perfect bachelor pad for Aeran Lin. Mr Lin poured plenty of money and effort into bringing 6 Autry Court up to standard.

The house, which could have been delicately described as run down when he bought it in 2010, has been transformed into a resort-like mansion.

Mr Lin said part of the appeal was its location close to the city.

“I sort of saw the house and thought this would be a nice project,” he said.

Structurally, the residence was solid, but the massive renovation went way over budget. “We had to take some walls out to be replastered and we had to do a whole heap of new electrical work,” Mr Lin said.

Mr Lin said the concrete structure was solid and made of tilt slab like a commercial building. The 180,000 litre heated swimming pool has an island, there is an eight-person sauna, and a steam sauna.

STAFFORD HEIGHTS 6 Autry Court Land: 2039sq m Inspect: By appointment Agent: George Yang, Place Sunnybank; ph: 3193 8788 or 0488 199 888 For sale: By negotiation

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24 Rosebery Tce, Chelmer

Privately gracing arguably Brisbane’s premier North-East facing riverfront street opposite a large park and with a wide 18 metre frontage to the river, the sale by pragmatic overseas owners of this ultra-convenient, elevated, breezy home, pool and pontoon with its sweeping views up and down a broad reach of the river is a rare entry level opportunity to become one of a privileged few able to call this exclusive address their own.

AUCTION Saturday 14 October at 11am ON SHOW Saturday from 10:30 APPLY Josephine Johnston-Rowell 0414 233 575 DETAIL Johnstondixon.com/24r

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164 Sanctuary Drive, Mount Cotton

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A Luxurious Slice Of Paradise - Proudly perched within an endless sea of green, this

Auction: On Site Saturday 28th October 4.30pm

revitalised residence on 1.24 acres achieves the perfect balance between elegance

Inspect: Wednesday 6 - 6.30pm

and relaxed resort style living. Layers of tropical foliage surround the outdoor

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entertaining areas anchored by a shimmering black pool and flood lit tennis court.

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A spectacular master suite features a glamorous dressing room and sensual ensuite. European appliances and Lumurran granite create a simply breathtaking

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kitchen. A fully equipped movie theatre, home office and parking facilities are impressive. Ideally located halfway between Brisbane and the Gold Coast, quality

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education facilities and major regional shopping centres are a short drive away.

ADDRESS Shop 3, 622 Wynnum Road, Morningside OFFICE 07 3395 5777

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Holland Park West 62 Kneale Street Striking city views in one of Brisbane's most desirable suburbs will be yours to enjoy upon becoming the owner of this beautiful contemporary home. Capturing Queensland's capital city from each of it's three levels, this home will perfectly accommodate your family and be a popular hub for entertaining.

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View Saturday 12.00pm - 12.30pm Thursday 6.00pm - 6.30pm For Sale By tender Closing 26 October @ 1.00pm Tony O'Doherty 0466Â 442Â 674

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River retreat This house enjoys 18m of Brisbane River frontage with expansive balconies complementing its setting.

A tree-lined driveway leads to the residence; inside, features include polished timber floors, high ceilings, decorative cornices and stained-glass windows.

A foyer separates two wings, the first of which is slightly raised and has a lounge room, two bedrooms and a bathroom.

A sitting room with an original fireplace is in the rear wing. To the left are two bedrooms, including the main with a walk-in wardrobe, balcony access and an ensuite.

Beyond the sitting room, a living and dining room borders a kitchen with timber cabinetry, a breakfast bar, walk-through pantry and Smeg appliances, including a six-burner gas

cooktop with a canopy rangehood.

Timber-framed bi-fold doors open the living and dining room out to a balcony with exposed rafters, a timber balustrade and river views. From the balcony, stairs lead down to a side deck, which links to a covered patio.

From the patio, a stone stairway leads to an in-ground pool with river glimpses and a private pontoon.

Other features of the property include two single-car garages.

CHELMER 24 Rosebery Tce Land: 1537sq m Inspect: By appointment Agent: Josephine Johnston-Rowell, Johnston Dixon Quality Property; ph: 3858 8888 or 0414 233 575 Auction: On site, Sat, Oct 14, 11am

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Bold appeal Set across three levels, this striking residence has a bold design incorporating natural elements with inviting outdoor spaces capturing city and river vistas.

Ground floor features include exposed bricks, timber and tiles.

A foyer opens to a living and dining room with a high ceiling, chandelier and clerestory windows.

The adjoining kitchen has integrated European appliances, a marble island benchtop and butler’s pantry.

Electric sliding glass doors connect the interior to a covered terrace with a built-in kitchen, along with an infinity-edge pool with a patio.

The lower level of the house contains a self-contained guest quarters with a bedroom, bathroom, kitchenette and living space. There is also a theatre, and a cellar with a

dumbwaiter. The upper level of the house includes a rumpus room with a void looking to the floor below.

Four of the upstairs bedrooms have built-in wardrobes.

Each bedroom has access to one of two modern ensuites.

Overlooking the Brisbane River, the upstairs main bedroom has floorto-ceiling windows, a walk-in wardrobe, wet bar and a marble ensuite with a freestanding spa bath.

HAMILTON 1 Dickson Tce Land: 756sq m Inspect: By appointment Agent: Damon Warat and Dwight Ferguson, Ray White Ascot ph: 3868 7500, 0413 200 063 (DW), 0424 952 450 (DF) For sale: By negotiation

Inner Urban North East Riverfront Acreage 5 Bed

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One of Brisbane’s finest river allotments; 13,423m2 of botanic gardens style grounds, a coveted North East aspect, 83m river frontage plus 160m of creek frontage, flood free building platform, North South tennis court, swimming pool and pontoon. This together with a 1,000sqm+ architecturally designed home with quality fit out in immaculate condition.

For more information: www.dixonfamily.net.au Fig Tree Pocket | 17 Ningana Street Expressions of Interest | Close 15 November 5:00pm Inspect | Saturday 11:00am – 12:00pm Patrick Dixon 0414 817 817

Jack Dixon 0408 756 694

Lifestyle Acreage Retreat - Receivers’ Sale Pavilion styled residence, floodlit tennis court, pool, horse paddock and stables, work-shed, second freestanding building offering home office/custom storage facility and sought-after useable mix of bush and cleared land. This acreage retreat only minutes to local schools is to be offered for public auction under instructions from Tim Michael and Will Colwell in their capacity as Receivers and Managers.

5 Bed | 3 Bath | 3 Car | 4.049ha* Land * Approximate

Pullenvale | 534 Grandview Road Auction On Site | Saturday 28 October 2017 1:00pm Inspect | Saturday 2:30pm – 3:30pm Patrick Dixon 0414 817 817

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North East Absolute Riverfront With 3 levels of modern luxury living, tranquil river and parkland views from multiple living/recreation areas and bedrooms, this exceptional home boasts space and privacy for the entire family. Absolute river frontage with direct proximity to local cafes/restaurants and offers a range of public transport options to access schools and the Brisbane CBD. For more information: www.dixonfamily.net.au

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Chelmer | 178 Leybourne Street Auction On Site | Saturday 28 October 3:00pm Inspect | Saturday 2:00pm – 3:00pm Patrick Dixon 0414 817 817

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STUNNING CONTEMPORARY DESIGN - CITY VIEWS

St Lucia 96 - 98 Seventh Avenue

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• 833M2 block (36 meter north facing rear living area) • Landmark executive family home in the “Avenues” • Ridge top location with City views • Renovated by Owen & Vokes Architects • Large level grassed backyard

Caroline Munro 0407 121 329 caroline@carolinemunro.com.au

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IUM M W E PR Y VIE ENT CIT RTM A AP Final Brand New 2 Bed, 2 Bath, 1 Car Apartment Premium city aspect from fully enclosed glass balcony Luxury finishes and European appliances

Phone Sandra

0413 430 896

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1 - 3 Harrys Road, Taringa

Zoned and ducted airconditioning throughout Secure undercover carpark and more!

BRAND NEW HOME READY TO INSPECT 20 Grays Road, Hamilton 5

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Open for Inspection: Saturday 14th October 12:00pm - 12:30pm This brand new home offers the homeowner a Hamilton Hill lifestyle which pairs elegance with impeccable craftsmanship created by award winning designers and builders. The attention to detail is evident with superior finishes and inclusion throughout.

This palatial home has over 600m2 of internal living with multiple living areas, five spacious bedrooms with a combination of built-in and walk-in wardrobes, mono circular staircases, polished hardwood floors, free flowing interiors, air-conditioning, security gates, intercom system and an internal elevator.

Fully embracing its elevated location, this home has an exceptional and unrivalled rooftop terrace which offers access via the external side staircase to the indoor heated pool, bar and snooker room.

Call today to arrange your inspection!

Patrick McKinnon 0431 430 760

Aimee Carr 07 3828 2088

Coronis Hamilton | 4/39 Hercules Street, Hamilton | 07 3828 2088 | hamilton@coronis.com.au | coronis.com.au | All Here

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Beachmere 1 & 2/5 Biggs Avenue Must Be Sold On Or Before The 4th Of November If Not Sold Prior. Sold Together Or Sold Separately Primely positioned on the complete waterfront, enjoy uninterrupted views of Moreton Bay and surrounds, spanning out to the Redcliffe foreshore.

From the outset, these immaculately presented homes offer a relaxed, yet prestige, beachside feel. Both homes are tastefully decorated with neutral tones and beachinspired touches, perfectly complimenting the broad aquatic backdrop. With well-appointed

kitchens featuring ample storage space and multiple living areas, entertaining family and friends is a breeze! The expansive backyards merge seamlessly with the water, adding to the overall grandeur of these impressive, coastal homes.

Beachmere is a tucked away, quiet suburbwith exceptional potential for growth. Close to shops, schools and other local establishments with plenty of public transport options and quick highway access.

If you are ready to make the sea change, call today to make this dream your reality.

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Auction Saturday 4th Nov 3:30pm Held In Rooms: 45 Redcliffe Pde, Redcliffe View Contact Agent For Inspection Time

Danny Mailer - 0417 739 811 Kylie Loof - 0481 179 863 Redcliffe 3897 5000 45 Redcliffe Parade

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Modern Luxury In Prime Location

50 Pringle St, Ascot

With its enviable location on a north-facing corner allotment in prestigious Ascot, this modern and solid three-storey executive home is simply perfect for families or professional couples.

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The high quality of workmanship that has gone into the build is evident at every turn, resulting in a masterpiece with both style and substance.

An abundance of natural light and a connection to the trees and gardens gives this home an instantly warm and inviting feeling.

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AUCTION 4TH NOV / ONSITE / 11AM Web ID: 2797

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New-look delight Alexandra Bain and her husband Patrick McCafferty bought their home at 94 Gerler St, Bardon, in 2012.

Ms Bain said it was a “gracious yet tired character house’’ but they recognised it had good bones for a family home.

“Its symmetry and grand proportions allowed me to envisage the magnificent home it is today,’’ she said.

Ms Bain, an interior designer, improved the flow and light within the home, and modernised it.

What started out as a simple main bedroom has been transformed into something more sumptuous with an adjoining ensuite and separate his and hers walk in wardrobes.

Two other bedrooms which were initially dark and internal, bordered by a dilapidated veranda, were replaced by the main bedroom’s

ensuite as well as another oversized bedroom with a skylight and sash windows.

An additional two bedrooms and a bathroom were added in an upstairs extension.

Ms Bain said her aim had been to maintain the traditional style of the original home.

Her favourite part of the home is the sitting room which is next to an intimate dining room.

BARDON 94 Gerler St Land: 1012sq m Inspect: By appointment Agent: Tim Douglas, Place Paddington; ph: 3858 0388 or 0413 877 000 Auction: On site, Sat, Oct 28, noon

Luxury, Lifestyle & Contemporary Architecture at its Best

4 Smallwood Court, Samford Valley QLD Prestigiously positioned in the foothills of House Mountain, Samford Valley this spectacularly modern, streamlined residence is not only a sensational showpiece but a practical family home. Situated on an elevated 1 acre corner block the home is perfectly orientated to capture the prevailing Northerly breezes.

• Award winning Builder’s masterfully renovated family home – a labour of love • Resort style living with seamless indoor/outdoor flow • State of the art kitchen with Gaggenau & Miele appliances • Abundance of natural light & multitude of living zones including Cinema • 12.5m in-ground pool awarded Masterbuilders ‘Residential Pool of the Year’ 2017 • Sonos sound in all indoor and outdoor entertainment zones • 5 minutes to Samford Village & 30 minutes to Brisbane CBD

Chelsea Perry P: 0415 901 389 E: chelsea@craigdoyle.com.au

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Inspect: Saturday 14th October 10.30am to 11am

Price: $1,650,000

Ronni Grevell P: 0407 466 387 E: ronni@craigdoyle.com.au

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Bespoke luxury Luxury living is on offer at this small complex of eight one-level apartments.

Of house-like proportions, the apartments each have three bedrooms, a study, a bathroom and a kitchen equipped with stone bench tops, gas cooking and Miele appliances.

Two of the bedrooms have built-in wardrobes, while the main bedroom has a walk-in wardrobe and an ensuite.

Other features of each apartment include raked ceilings to the living areas along with high level glazing, quality timber flooring, wool blend carpet and stone tiles throughout.

All apartments also include two side-by-side car parking spaces with storage rooms, either a large courtyard or one or more balconies and lift access, while some of the

kitchens have walk-in pantries. On entry to apartment two, a hallway passes the bedrooms, bathroom, study and a laundry before leading to the open-plan kitchen, living and dining space.

The complexâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s remaining apartments have similar floor plans, with the main bedrooms separated from the other bedrooms for privacy, and the open-plan living hubs extending outdoors.

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TOOWONG 2/11 Mayne St Unit: 190sq m Inspect: Thu, Oct 12, 3-4pm; Sat, Oct 14 and Sun, Oct 15, noon-1.30pm Agent: Steven Tozer, Ray White Toowong; ph: 3870 0088 or 0411 091 855 Price: $1.195 million

ADDRESS Shop 4, 335 Honour Avenue, Graceville OFFICE 3115 2000

Auction 28 October 10:00am

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9847/30 TAYLOR PLACE MACKENZIE

Brand New Tri-Level Town Home in Mansfield State High Catchment

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This beautifully presented property is being released to the market for the first time. Take advantage of the 20k First Home Owners Grant.

• Large main bedroom with built in robe, ensuite, A/C & fan • Family bathroom with shower & bath • Additional two bedrooms both with fans and BIRs • Open plan living & dining with air-con • Kitchen with stainless steel appliances & stone benches • Separate laundry & powder room • Outdoor patio/entertaining area • Double lock-up garage with additional storage • Pet friendly & low body corporate • Access to 25m Pool, Gym & BBQ areas All this & only minutes to the Gateway Motorway, Westfield Garden City & Carindale.

Agent: Sale: View:

Jarrod Perry 0434 390 095 Offers over $499k or Expressions of Interest closing 25 October 2017, if not sold prior.

Saturday 9.30am – 9.45am and by appointment

Offers over $499k

Cottage charm

TENERIFFE 44 Crase St Land: 534sq m Inspect: By appointment

Set on a 534sq m block on Teneriffe Hill, this charming three-bedroom cottage has dual living potential, with a kitchen and bathroom on both levels. There’s a mix of character features and modern style, such as wide timber floorboards and whitepainted VJ walls, tiled flooring and stainless-steel appliances, while each

Agent: Josh Brown, Ray White New Farm; ph: 3254 1022 or 0403 139 397 Price: $1.29 million

level has a seamless indoor-tooutdoor flow to decks or a wraparound veranda. Two bedrooms sit on the upper floor, with a studio occupying the lower level.

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One & Only Beachfront Noosa

2/23 Hastings St, Noosa

First impressions do count. Survey the shimmering pristine waters of Laguna Bay, watch sun-worshippers on the beach, whales breaching and long boarders on the swells, all just a beach towel-length away from the sand.

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Expectations are more than fulfilled when you also realise the lavish penthouse-style, whole-floor apartment in a block of three, has an incomparable central Noosa Main Beach location.

With exquisite terrazzo floors, bright-white shutters, over-generous living spaces, media room, three master suites and more, such as balconies over Hastings Street, beachside pool, car spaces and ground floor storage for water sports equipment, the apartment has the scale and substance which rival many luxury homes.

NOOSA’S HOME OF PRESTIGE PROPERTY

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AUCTION 28TH OCT / ONSITE / 12PM Web ID: 2790

Tom Offermann 0412 711 888

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PISCES

Best day: Saturday 14th

(February 19 - March 20) Best day: Monday 16th Many Pisceans feel a lift in happiness and optimism, which spills over into love and friendships. As it’s not really the time for solo efforts, pairing up with others is the way to go. So go and find some synchronous souls. The other surprise? A gift or cash bonus – a deserving reward.

Have you been walking on financial quicksand lately?

The good news is that this week the planets haul you back on to solid ground.

You’re also better able to appreciate how previous setbacks served you. Should the cosmos encourage a change in direction, be guided by good advice.

SCORPIO (October 24 - November 22) Best day: Friday 13th If you’ve recently been disillusioned with life, take heart. The doors of opportunity are about to swing wide open. As you prepare for the future think big, think love and think abundance. At work, the more others oppose you, the stronger you become. Should the later part of the week finalise a chapter, follow up with positive action.

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as property. Alternatively perhaps just treat yourself to a holiday.

CAPRICORN (December 22 - January 20) Best day: Tuesday 17th Capricorns are strongly independent.

But this week you become less certain of your moves. By chance, the planets promote greater intuition and cooperation. So to make progress, listen to your inner voice, or simply ask for help. Teamwork seems the answer.

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AQUARIUS

(November 23 - December 21) Best day: Sunday 15th This week holds the promise of financial rewards. Don’t expect a huge windfall, but look forward to improved cash flow all the same.

Suddenly life’s luxuries may not seem so out of reach. It’s also an excellent time for long-term investment, such

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For many, this hints at a relationship that’s been cooling. If your love nest is feeling a tad tepid, reignite the

(March 21 - April 20) Best day: Wednesday 11th This is one of those weeks when knowing how to play the game quietly wins greater advantage than a defiant show of Aries assertion. Recent hard work should start to reap rewards, but you may be surprised to find yourself making last-minute changes – for the better.

TAURUS (April 21 - May 20) Best day: Thursday 12th Everyone goes through periods of self-doubt, Taurus. We also get our moments of glory. Right now, you should enjoy the better of the two options. It’s a confident week, where it’ll be hard to set a foot wrong. Keep your mind focused and enjoy all those well-earned rewards.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 21) Best day: Saturday 14th The cosmos has caused much anxiety

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lately but it now changes both mood and mind. Professionally, you have a good idea of what you want. And you are so close to having it. So you can act with confidence, secure in the knowledge that most of the planets will treat you well.

CANCER (June 22 - July 22) Best day: Sunday 15th Cancerians are born with a special mission to guard and protect. This week you become an even greater messenger of healing, harmony and joy. Sensing this, others more openly seek your advice and heed your wisdom. What a change from recent weeks, when you felt a tad shut out.

LEO (July 23 - August 23) Best day: Tuesday 17th It’s great to be in step with everyone around you. If nothing else, it makes life much easier to cope with. But my guess is that you’re aiming to do far better than just cope. With serious ambitions in mind, a long-held dream finally comes within reach – and this time, you’re determined to grab it.

VIRGO (August 24 - September 22) Best day: Wednesday 11th The pressure is on, and you must do your best to stay ahead of the game.

Call on that mighty Virgo energy to push you through. Should others make excessive demands expect conflict, but know it need not escalate into war. Disarm with kindness. tanyaobreza.com

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