Brisbane News Magazine November 1-7, 2017. ISSUE 1152 by Brisbane News

NOVEMBER 1-7, 2017 ISSUE 1152

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HELLO So there I was, watching Modern Family re-runs on Foxtel, laughing at their crazy Halloween antics and identifying with the trials of bringing up teenagers. I had no idea that the man behind the action on my screen was none other than Bulimba’s Jeffrey Walker. I had one of those “it’s a small world” moments reading Fiona Purdon’s story about the Walker family (P10). Brisbane-based world-travellers offer often downright-amazing tales, like the story of Amanda McCleland, who has worked in Africa (P14) fighting ebola. It’s hard to think of anything scarier than an epidemic, but to wade in there willingly takes a special kind of person. And the originally-from-Ireland Alastair McLeod has gone international in his recipe this week (Cover and P25), reinventing an Italian dish. And after that quick around-the-world-in-words trip, I feel like doing exactly what is suggested (P22) by the authors of Do Less, Be More – maybe while lounging poolside, much like the residents at the Levensque and Derrick Architectsdesigned house featured on P26 will be doing this summer. Enjoy!

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CONTENTS THE LIST .................................................... 6 LIFE ........................................................... 9 FEATURE STORY...................................... 10 GOING OUT .............................................. 15 RESTAURANT ......................................... 19 SCENE .................................................... 20 FASHION ................................................ 24 AT HOME ................................................. 26

COVER: Alastair McLeod’s Insalata Caprese 2.0 (P25). Styling & Photography: Miranda Porter Props: Anna Markey Design: Anita McEwan

THEN & NOW 1936: A nervous crowd watches racing action from the St Leger Stand at Eagle Farm Racecourse (above). The structure was built around 1913. These days it’s still part of the dress circle (inset), after a restoration of the stand. Tuesday’s Melbourne Cup means the spring racing carnivals held around the country are

coming to a close, including that held by Brisbane Racing Club. But check out their website, as there are still cheerrousing events listed on their calendar. brc.com.au Pictures: State Library of Queensland (main); AAP Image/Mark Calleja

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Cutting edge Fiona Purdon Few people could match the diverse talents of actor Loretta Kung. As well as starring in SBS sitcom The Family Law, the New Farm resident is a part-time traffic engineer and martial arts expert. The acting bug bit seven years ago when Loretta felt the need to nurture her inner creative. She started lessons at The Actors Workshop at Kangaroo Point, and straight away she was hooked. “Acting has opened my door to the world,” she says. “Every character I play comes from a different background so it becomes a real study of humanity and psychology. That is what I really love.” She sees a connection between engineering and acting. “For me finding the characters is a jigsaw puzzle,” she says. “You need to problem solve and to find the right pieces to put your characters together. I love doing the research and analysing people’s behaviour.” Hong Kong-born Loretta, who grew up in Darwin, drew on her cultural heritage to construct the character of Aunt Daisy for The Family Law. “I grew up in quite a traditional Chinese family. A typical aunty is quite passive but they also can be quite judgmental and they will find ways to criticise indirectly,” she says. The sitcom is based on the childhood experiences of award-winning writers Benjamin and Michelle Law, members of Queensland’s Chinese-Australian Law family. Set in Nambour in the 1990s, the series was filmed at various Brisbane locations including Sunnybank and Annerley. Off-screen, Loretta works hard at her other passion, Chinese boxing, and is learning other forms of martial arts under mentor James Richards, a Gold Coast choreographer, actor and director. Loretta specialises in close quarter knife combat, something that may come in handy for future roles. “It’s a lot of fun doing your own action and stunts,” she says. The Family Law series 1 & 2, out now on DVD and digital

OPEN DOORS … Loretta Kung plays Aunt Daisy in SBS show The Family Law.

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06 THE LIST

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is recreating the most requested dishes for a special lunch (Nov 26). Think field mushrooms on toast (above) and banana tarte tatin. The bistro will close on Dec 23 and reopen in its new digs in February.

Proving that laughter is the best medicine, stand-up comedian Judith Lucy headlines a fundraiser for the World Wellness Group that provides health care to at-risk people. Joining Judith at Cloudland on Nov 5 is Qweekend columnist Mel Buttle, Damien Power and Stephanie Tisdell.

Celebrate the Day of the Dead at Roma Street Parkland (Nov 4) and experience the diversity of Latin America and Spain. There will be traditional music and dance performances, llamas, market stalls featuring traditional art, craft and, of course, mouthwatering food.

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Mountain, a collaboration between the Australian Chamber Orchestra and director Jennifer Peedom which explores our obsession with mountains. On at the Schonell Theatre (Nov 8). qtfn.org.au

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LIFE

Belinda Seeney There’s a fresh new breed feeling blessed with the junk in their trunk “Does my bum look big in this?” It’s a question fraught with danger and once upon a time, there was only one acceptable answer. “Of course not!” the listener would exclaim. Occasionally a tactful caveat was warranted, something along the lines of “it just makes your waist look really small” or “those horizontal stripes create an optical illusion”. But times have changed, fashion cycles have come full circle and the pursuit of a dainty derriere is no longer de rigueur. Now when someone asks if their rump looks round, anything less than a resounding “Yes!” results in a bunfight. It’s been 25 years since rapper Sir Mix-a-Lot confessed he liked big butts, but it’s taken a while for bouncing booties to sashay into the mainstream. Usually I find myself blaming a Kardashian for everything that’s inherently wrong in the world but credit where it’s due, those famemongers have really got … err, behind the push for posterior pride.

After years spent compacting and camouflaging our cushions, we’re now encouraged to embrace a strong bottom line. Past generations felt cursed by the wagon they were draggin’ but there’s a fresh new breed feeling blessed with the junk in their trunk. Browsing the lingerie section of a department store recently I found myself cheek to, ahem, cheek with a pair of padded underpants labelled “The Magic Butt Shaper”. Fearing I was the butt of a joke, I scanned my surroundings for a hidden camera before leaning in to learn more. “This one-of-a-kind body shaper features foam pads that create a boost towards the top of the cheeks,” the tag swinging from the padded peach declared, adding they boosted “cheek size” and created the illusion of a higher bottom. It doesn’t stop at padded knickers either. Local gyms and fitness centres have leapt aboard the bandwagon, spruiking workouts with names such as Booty Camp, Butt Blitz and Squat

Attack devoted to whipping our gluteus maximus muscles into shape. The city’s cosmetic clinics are also doing a roaring trade in butt implants. No doubt raising red flags with both the company’s IT and HR departments, my online searches reveal the procedure is, in fact, called “buttock augmentation surgery” with artificial implants designed to “create a larger, shapelier and more sensuous rear end” for those poor souls cursed with “underdeveloped buttocks”. There are several clinics in Brisbane and on the Gold Coast that offer “butt lifts” too. This involves sucking the fat from one part of your body and transplanting it into your hindquarters. Each procedure can cost $10,000 or more, requires a week off work and renders you unable to sit for at least a fortnight. Call me old-fashioned but if I’m going to all the hassle of paying someone to hoover out my love handles, I’d want that container of cellulite binned immediately, not dispersed through my derriere. The cheek of it!

Since the last Australian-made Holden rolled off the assembly line, we’ve all been reflecting on our Holdens. I’ve owned three and have been thinking about them recently. My first was an HD station wagon which I got in 1975. That was my gap year before uni and after I got that car I drove it to Sydney, surfing my head off all the way down the coast. I was heading for my uncle’s place in Sydney. Believe it or not, I was going to work for him as a brickies’ labourer for a few months. True story! You can just see it, can’t you? Something was wrong with the car when I got there and as one of my cousins was married to a mechanic, he came around to have a look. After looking at the motor he asked me, “When did you last check the oil?” “Oh,” I said. “I knew I’d forgotten something.” He shook his head and went to his car to get some.

That done the car was almost perfect. I say almost because there was a problem with the gear linkages but that was easily fixed by throwing up the bonnet and doing a bit of jiggling with those linkages. A few days later I was driving down George St in the middle of Sydney when the linkages stuck again and I had to get out there in the midst of the traffic and work my magic. I was wearing nothing but board shorts and thongs at the time. Needless to say there was a fair bit of abuse thrown in my general direction. That car was a trusty surf wagon and I remember once on a surf safari to Angourie in northern NSW, three of us ended up sleeping in the back of it – on top of all our gear – because it was pouring with rain and our tent was leaking. Eventually the tailgate rusted out and I sold the car to a wrecker. I then replaced it with an HD sedan. The

Phil Brown HD was great for a young bloke because it had bench seats and when you took a girl to the drive-in you could just slide across without too much fuss. My station wagon was blue and white but my sedan was all white and it was a nice car but for some reason I sold it and moved on to a Ford, a 1971 XY I think it was. It was a beauty. I did have another Holden but I’m a bit embarrassed about that one. It was a Holden Gemini which is – go on, say it, I know you want to – a chick’s car, right? But it served its purpose which was to ferry me between home and The Gold Coast Bulletin where I worked at the time. That car was nowhere near as much fun as my HDs and didn’t have the same surf cred by any means. So that’s the story of my three Holdens. Fascinating, huh? How about yours?

10 FEATURE

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in focus From Ali’s Wedding to Modern Family, this Brisbane-based Hollywood director has found his joy schtick Fiona Purdon

BULIMBA BASE … Actor-director Jeffrey Walker at home. Picture: AAP/Renae Droop

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Jeffrey Walker had a bit of a “moment” on his first day of shooting TV megahit Modern Family. The film and TV director, who commutes between home in Brisbane’s Bulimba and Los Angeles, California, was plotting a scene with star duo Ty Burrell and Julie Bowen, who play Phil and Claire Dunphy in the multiEmmy Award-winning comedy. “I had to block the shot and talk to the actors. It was a surreal experience because I love watching the show as a fan, but you soon learn you have to get on with the job,” he says. “I’ve had quite a few pinch-myself moments on set, but as a director you cannot show too much emotion. You need to be nice and calm so you can bring everyone together on set.” Since that first day in 2013, Jeffrey, 35, has directed several episodes of the show, including “Larry’s Wife” in which popular character Cameron Tucker organises a cat funeral that quickly gets out of hand, with pets wreaking havoc on the family home. “It’s all about having a great script; it starts with the story,” Jeffrey says. “Internationally, television is made at a high standard. Working in television these days is a completely joyous

experience.” Jeffrey has also directed episodes of other top US sitcoms Life in Pieces, which stars Colin Hanks (son of Tom) and veteran actors Dianne Wiest and James Brolin, and Difficult People, about two struggling comedians (Julie Klausner and Billy Eichner) living in New York City. “It’s a lot of pressure but it’s also a great joy,” he says. “I’m happy to move between film and television.” It’s go-time for the director who just wrapped filming on upcoming ABC telemovie Riot, about the birth of Sydney’s Mardi Gras, starring Xavier Samuel and Damon Herriman. This year also saw the release of homegrown films Ali’s Wedding and Dance Academy, to wide acclaim. When filming interstate Jeffrey flies home on weekends to spend time with the family and has installed an editing suite at home in Bulimba, which comes in handy. Right now the award-winning director, his actress wife Brooke Harman and their sons Boston, 4, and Ace, 2, are in Los Angeles, where Jeffrey is again on set with the Modern Family crew. “It’s always a cool thing to go and experience life somewhere else,” Brooke says. “We have lived all over the world but Brissie is for us. I love

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SET FOR SUCCESS … Jeffrey with actress-wife Brooke Harman and their boys Boston, 4, and Ace, 2 (Picture: AAP/Renae Droop); scenes from Modern Family including Undeck the Halls, in which parents Claire (Julie Bowen) and Phil (Ty Burrell) threaten to take away Christmas after the children get in trouble.

the city’s vibe, the lifestyle and the weather. The city has a good pace, it’s really down-to-earth and friendly.” The to and fro prompted American-born Brooke, 32, who appeared in Australian drama The Secret Life of Us, to put her own career on hold for motherhood. “We both started our careers from a young age so there’s always been a strong understanding of the work and what it entails,” she says. “I’m grateful that Jeff is working in a job which he absolutely loves to do.” The pair met as child stars in the ABC children’s TV series The Wayne Manifesto. Brooke was 11 when she was cast as Rosie – her first acting gig,

while Jeffrey starred as the titular character. Some of the filming took place at New Farm Park. “It’s funny because we go all the time to New Farm Park, we jump on the ferry from our house,” says Brooke, who moved to Brisbane with her family as a three-year-old. After The Wayne Manifesto, the youngsters kept in touch, mainly via phone, and reunited when an 18-yearold Brooke moved to Melbourne for a feature role in Pirate Islands (2003). Victorian-raised Jeff was working behind the cameras, having decided he no longer wanted to pursue acting. The couple joke that a later on-screen kiss between Brooke and Orlando

Bloom, for the Heath Ledger film Ned Kelly (2003), propelled their friendship to the next level. Brooke played barmaid Maggie, a love interest of Bloom’s bushranger Joseph Byrne, a member of the Kelly Gang. “We had been friends for a really long time ... it snuck up on both of us. I do remember feeling jealous of Orlando Bloom,” Jeffrey says. Brooke adds, “When Jeff proposed to me, it was a surprise but I just knew he was the one.” The couple married at Port Douglas in 2006 and have lived in Brisbane for the past eight years. Brooke loves reading scripts with Jeffrey and is especially happy about

the success of Ali’s Wedding, a comedy based on the true story of an IraqiAustralian Muslim who finds himself caught between his arranged marriage and the girl he loves. She remains in awe of her husband’s seamless transition from acting to directing and his ability to calmly take control on set, no matter how big the stars. “Even when he was 14 years old he was fascinated with cameras and asking the crew questions. Jeff’s good at connecting with people, he’s a great communicator and knows how to get the most out of people on set.” Modern Family, Foxtel’s FOX8, Sun, 7pm

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More in store CATE GILPIN, 35 Brown’s General Store, Paddington Tell me about the store? The store is a dream realised for my husband Nick, 36, and I. It is a lovely, sun-filled space with leadlight windows at the front and dark timber floors. We stock “our favourite things”, which include locally handcrafted ceramics, jewellery, ethical fashion, artisanal chocolate, tea, soaps and body products, babywear and gifts. How did it come about? We love carefully made things, and the experience of shopping in a unique, cute space. We also wanted to create an alternative to the mass produced, mass consumption shopping that seems so prevalent. And we wanted to create a business that reflected our values, our aesthetic, and our lifestyle while raising our little one (Eddie, 3). The majority of our labels are

Australian designed and made – by individual or small groups of artisans. Those labels that are made overseas are done so in ethical conditions – in appropriate working conditions. What local makers do you feature? So many! We love Jennifer Hillhouse Ceramics, Two Warm Hands Ceramics, Enka Studio Jewellery, Marcello Neckwear, Paper Boat Press, Bianca Mavrick Jewellery, Brush and Wheel Ceramics, JS and Mopsi toys, and Hawk Creative Papergoods – they are all Brisbanebased makers. Does Brisbane have a maker style? I think we do. I think we like handmade things that respond to our lifestyle here – colourful, to be used outdoors, and well crafted. I think Australia has an amazing maker style, and Australian makers are some of the best in the world. Long live the maker movement.

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14 PROFILE

In the danger zone Fiona Purdon When the call came to fight an ebola epidemic in West Africa in 2014, Amanda McClelland did not hesitate. The Brisbane nurse saw the year-long challenge as the equivalent of an Olympic Games for nursing. “Everything you have learnt you have to pull together in one operation. Technically it is very difficult,’’ Amanda says. “When disasters happen, even though it is a horrible situation, that is what you do all your training for. You need only one small mistake for the disease to spread significantly.’’ Her work coordinating thousands of health workers and support staff in the fight against the epidemic earned her the highest international distinction a nurse can receive: the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies’ Florence Nightingale Medal. Amanda, 41, whose biography Emergencies Only is out now, describes the 2015 honour as “very humbling”. She grew up at Bribie Island, earned her nursing degree at QUT Kelvin Grove and is now based in Geneva, Switzerland. She oversees health security and risk management at the Red Cross, and has a staff of 25 in eight countries. She is also working with game

designers to develop an app to teach people how to get ready if there is an epidemic. “Our new job is trying to prepare for the next unknown outbreak and the next new disease,’’ she says. Amanda says she always has her bags packed to leave at a moment’s notice. She has nursed in remote indigenous communities in the Northern Territory, helped rebuild villages after the Boxing Day tsunami in Aceh, Indonesia, and helped fight famine in sub-Saharan Africa. Her uniform is jeans and boots. “It can get a bit rough jumping in and out of Landcruisers and working in the field but I carry a suit with me just in case,’’ she says. Even so, she loves her nomadic life. “I can mix my passion for nursing and the technical side of things, as well as the things I like to do such as camping, fishing, exploring and learning about new cultures,” she says. “For a long time I didn’t have a permanent place to live. I’ve missed a lot of weddings, Christmases and family birthdays. “There are only a small group of us around the world who do what we do. “It’s an unusual but rewarding life.” EMERGENCIES ONLY, Amanda McClelland, Allen & Unwin, $33.

FLIGHT AND FIGHT … Amanda McClelland. Picture: AAP/Richard Walker

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Mates rates exposed Emily Selleck Are Aussie men all stoic, beer-swilling brutes? A new play aims to explore that urban myth, and maybe even destroy it. Brisbane director Shane Pike says his new play, Nineteen, opening at the Powerhouse next week, has been his passion project for six years. He wants to challenge stereotypes. “It’s a fast-paced dark comedy that follows four young guys – Noah, George, Adam and Josh – who live in a share house,” he says. “It explores the notions of masculinity and in particular, toxic masculinity. We’re not glorifying it, we’re laying it out there and saying, ‘How can we improve on this?’” The show originally began as a one-man play in Brazil, but he adapted it to the local stage after interviewing 90 18-30-year-old men. “When I asked, ‘What do you value about the men in your life?’, most of them replied with positive traits like being chivalrous, kind or humorous,” he says. “But when I asked for examples of men like this in their lives, they could only tell me about strong, stoic, heavy drinking men. There’s this duality in the values men appreciate, and then

BAND OF BROTHERS … Daniel Hurst, Jackson McGovern, Leonard Donahue and Silvan Rus play housemates in Nineteen; playwright Shane Pike (above, right).

not being able to find anyone with those values.” The diverse cast include up-andcomer Jackson McGovern (RENT – The Musical), indigenous actor Leonard Donahue (Kookoo Kookaburra, The New Black), Matilda-award nominated Silvan Rus (The Winter’s Tale, Morsels from the Heart) and newcomer Daniel Hurst. “When we were casting we looked for four people who you wouldn’t normally see on stage together,”

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Shane says. “Because being Australian means different things to different people, it doesn’t really matter what you look like anymore.” The development of the show was informed by a Brazilian method of theatre-making called “Theatre of Tension”, he says. “I went over to Sao Paulo to learn about it. The method fuses dance theatre, physical theatre, contemporary European dance and even Japanese elements,” he says.

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“At the risk of sounding a bit strange, the method comes from guided meditation and aspects of yoga. It helps you get into the space of freeing your mind and body creatively so you have a blank slate. “It really worked well for this project because the themes (of masculinity) are so storied, rigid and inexpressive in this country (but) in saying that, the show isn’t abstract. “It’s actually very accessible.” NINETEEN, Nov 9-12, Visy Theatre, Brisbane Powerhouse. Suitable for ages 15+. brisbanepowerhouse.org

16 FILM

All about folk

SUBURBICON (MA15+) hhhjj Director: George Clooney Starring: Matt Damon, Julianne Moore, Oscar Isaac Running time: 104 minutes

THREE SUMMERS (M) hhkjj Director: Ben Elton Starring: Rebecca Breeds, Robert Sheehan, Magda Szubanski Running time: 103 minutes The headline act at the annual folk music festival that provides the backdrop for Ben Elton’s ensemble comedy is an Irish pub rock outfit known as The Warrikins. They might be a bit rough around the edges, but this bunch of seasoned musicians, led by John Waters’ harddrinking patriarch, knows how to entertain a live audience. The same can pretty much be said for the film itself. Three Summers’ screenplay lacks finesse – Ben’s message about racial tolerance, for example, is overly didactic, and there’s a bog-standard plot. But the writer-director, who honed his craft on seminal British TV series such as The Young Ones and Blackadder, has a wicked way with one-liners. And his portrayal of contemporary Australian culture, its tribes and their various allegiances, is keenly observed. The story unfolds over three consecutive festivals, or “Westivals” as this fictional Western Australian event is named. Three Summers tracks the evolution of a dozen or so characters

in their annual musical pilgrimage to what Magda Szubanski’s community radio announcer has dubbed “Australia in a tent”. Her flame-haired Queenie is a corker character – large without toppling over into caricature. Michael Caton’s widowed Morris dancer has his moments, too, culminating in a traditional Aboriginal dance. Kelton Pell stands his ground as the outspoken indigenous community leader in charge of a bunch of troubled youths, Kate Box turns in a scene-stealing performance as an overzealous security guard and Deborah Mailman is rock solid as the

therapist who runs the festival’s Alcoholics Anonymous sessions. Three Summers’ narrative backbone is provided by a fairly conventional romance in which a couple of young musicians take three star-crossed festivals to find each other’s rhythm (pictured). Former Home and Away star Rebecca Breeds is a great fit for the role of Keevey, The Warrikins’ lead singer. And Irish actor Robert Sheehan (Misfits) is a good match as the experimental and deluded theremin player: the characters’ spontaneous jam session is a lot of fun.

Is protagonist Gardner Lodge (Matt Damon) a couple of sandwiches short of a full picnic? Or is the man so entitled he just assumes he can get away with murder? It’s never entirely clear. Given the goings-on next door to Lodge’s carefully manicured, almost denuded, suburban lot – his new, AfricanAmerican neighbours are harassed day and night by a bunch of angry white men – it’s probably reasonable to assume the latter. While the ugly, racist fracas is almost incidental to the main murder mystery, it’s clear the residents of Suburbicon, one of the homogenous cookie-cutter communities that sprung up in the US in the late ’50s, believe themselves the top of the food chain. And they’ll do almost anything to maintain that status. Julianne Moore plays the twin roles of Lodge’s crippled wife (both pictured) and her two-timing sister to ditzy perfection. Clooney and long-time producing partner Grant Heslov co-wrote Suburbicon with Joel and Ethan Coen. Tonally, Suburbicon is very flat. But there’s something deeply fascinating about its flaws.

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Off the Richter scale GALLERIES Phil Brown The art world has a certain reverence for the work of the German artist Gerhard Richter. The 85-year-old modern master is described as an “artist’s artist” and he is highly respected. But one wonders whether that makes him a bit remote and inaccessible for the general public. Having now seen the exhibition Gerhard Richter: The Life of Images, which is now on at the Gallery of Modern Art, I can say that this exhibition is not remote at all and everyone can enjoy it. In other words, you don’t have to have a degree in fine arts to appreciate it and even Gerhard’s most cerebral pieces will resonate. In short, the exhibition is stunning, awe-inspiring and a revelation. I was lucky enough to be on a walk-through led by the curators – the academic Rosemary Hawker (an expert on the artist) and QAGOMA curator on the project, Geraldine Barlow. Having the work and the context explained was a treat but even without them, the didactic panels and the works themselves tell the story clearly and intelligibly with no obfuscation. Gerhard’s story is the story of contemporary art and the story of the late 20th and early 21st centuries. The horrors of this period bookend the show – there are works delving into the Holocaust (Gerhard is German, after all, and doesn’t shy away from his country’s dark history). And later in the piece he turns his attention to 9/11 in a powerful way. He’s an artist of his time but while he is enigmatic and elusive in some ways he is not remote and inaccessible at all and I found that, well, surprising. Before seeing this show I read about him and was gobsmacked to see that his works have fetched tens

POWERFUL IMAGES: (clockwise from main) Ella (private collection), Skull (private collection), Tulips (private collection), September (Dallas Museum of Art), and the artist Gerhard Richter, whose show at GOMA includes a moving Holocaust work and also addresses the 9/11 attack.

of millions of dollars at auction. It was refreshing to read that he had described the prices his work fetches as “absurd”. That endeared him to me. The GOMA exhibition features a wide variety of work, including intimate family portraits, large-scale abstracts and tapestries, exquisite landscapes, the major four-part 2014 abstract Birkenau (his moving

Holocaust masterpiece) and an extensive overview of the artist’s lifelong archival project ATLAS, which is presented in a long gallery set aside for it. It consists of hundreds of images and is a visual scrapbook, a kind of Rosetta stone that is key to deciphering his wider oeuvre. It is an awesome experience. The exhibition as a whole is a moving experience and one that

works on the heart and the mind. I thought at first that it might be a tad obscure. It’s not.

GERHARD RICHTER: THE LIFE OF IMAGES Until Feb 4 Gallery of Modern Art, Stanley Place, Cultural Precinct, South Bank qagoma.qld.gov.au

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Over the rainbow Fiona Purdon As a student at the prestigious Australian Ballet School, Shay Debney (left) had a secret wish: to do musical theatre. So when Brisbane-raised Shay, 23, graduated from the Melbourne ballet school, he immediately applied for the musical theatre course at the Victorian College of the Arts. His tenacity paid off because he won a coveted ensemble role in The Wizard Of Oz, which opens at QPAC, South Brisbane, on Saturday. “I loved ballet – and still do to this day – but my heart was never fully in it and I knew that it would be extremely hard for me to make a career solely as a ballet dancer,” he says. “I spent a year trying to build up my singing voice, then I

successfully auditioned for the musical theatre course. Once I started I knew it was where I wanted to be.” Shay says he is excited about, and in awe of, being in such a classic production. He shares the stage with theatre greats including Lucy Durack (Glinda), Jemma Rix (The Wicked Witch) and Anthony Warlow, who plays The Wizard. “It’s pretty incredible to be involved in a show that pretty much everybody has seen or at least knows the story, but then there is that element of pressure to make sure it brings back that nostalgia of watching for the first time and hopefully it brings something new,” he says. Shay’s favourite scenes and songs involve his role as one of the

munchkins especially the songs Ding Dong! The Witch is Dead, We Welcome You to Munchkinland and Follow the Yellow Brick Road. “They (the songs) are so much fun to bring to life and just so silly, it is where the ensemble (members) get to pretty much just play and run around onstage and that joy seeps through our characters,” he says. The former Brisbane Boys’ College student was drawn to performing from an early age when he saw ballet on TV. He begged his mum for dance classes. “I was taken away by the strength and masculinity of these performers,” he says. THE WIZARD OF OZ, Nov. 4-Dec 1, Lyric Theatre, QPAC, South Bank. qpac.com.au

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19 FOOD + DRINK

Craft with cred RESTAURANT Tony Harper Craft beer, it’s a cult – fast-growing, global – and here to stay. With it has come a rash of Americanisation, particularly when it comes to the food offering at craft beer bars and restaurants: burgers, ribs, wings, onion rings and slaw. Freddie’s Taphouse and Kitchen hasn’t shied from the American stuff – it has a couple of burgers and ribs – but most of the menu is taken up with fresher, lighter, more interesting fare, plenty of it seafood-centric, and most things coupled with thoughtful salads. For me it’s a no-brainer: a place I can drink decent beer without needing to fast for a month first so I can eat a football team’s worth of kilojoules in one hit. And it has great tunes. On a Sunday lunch it has a playlist, all blues in various guises, the most modern of which is Alabama Shakes, but there’s Nina Simone and a bunch of others. Live music comes a little later in the day. It’s a taphouse, so it obviously peddles plenty of kegged beer. But if sours, American reds and double IPA’s bring the conservatives amongst you out in a rash, you needn’t fret – it has the likes of Asahi, James Squire and Fat Yak. Most of the other taps (there are 13 in total) are pouring Australian craft – nothing too heavy or quirky. It probably tops out with Green Beacon Windjammer IPA. I settle in with a (rather unusual for the highoctane-loving Tony Harper) All Inn

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Brewing Lucy Session Ale … delicious. The wine list is a decent selection, reasonably interesting, inexpensive and appropriate. Beer and music probably hold equal importance to food in the Freddie’s mix – perhaps even a little more. But for a musically-focused bar it has terrific food. And it proves that you don’t need pickles and sweet burgers to accompany beer. Instead there are the likes of kingfish sashimi ($22), calamari ($26),

spanner crab linguine ($24) and kaffir lime and chilli glazed snapper wings (inset, $16: excellent). I’m there with my son and he’s coeliac, so the kitchen does a very quick mutation of the calamari … no crispy coating but dusted with dried shrimp, nicely dressed and nestled next to a terrific salad of pea sprouts, radish and shaved fennel. And he gets two beautiful fish tacos – corn tortillas, really good fillets, avocado chunks, coriander.

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22 WELLNESS

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distractions: no devices, no music, no paper or pen, no items to touch and no windows to look out. A bare room except for one button. Touching this button would deliver a light electric shock, which they had all previously experienced and reported as “unpleasant”. An extraordinary two-thirds of men and a quarter of women chose to give themselves electric shocks rather than sit without distraction. One high achiever shocked himself 190 times in just 15 minutes. The compulsion to fill every moment with activity is a dangerous trap. Cramming more in will lead you to a place where you become less productive, less creative, less inspired and less satisfied with life. Some people genuinely fear what may arise if they are left with only their own thoughts for company. But research on mind wandering suggests most people are happy daydreamers, using their periods of freedom of thought to create vivid imagery of a desired future and imagine possibilities for moving towards it. But deep self-reflection, listening to the voice within, and a willingness to face the truth will sometimes unearth a message you thought you didn’t want to hear. It may be a recognition that it’s time to make a tough change in your life, or an idea that means you’ll have to throw away years of hard work, or an insight that it’s time to let go of something that may feel safe, but is holding you back. Ignoring the truth within does not make it go away. Acknowledging and acting on the truth may seem painful, but ignoring it will just unleash a game of cat and mouse, as you seek to evade your own voice and its message. While some people may

The compulsion to fill every moment with activity is a dangerous trap TIME OUT … Authors Susan Pearce and Martina Sheehan. Picture: Tanya Love

intentionally be avoiding the void, for many of us it’s about being too attracted to action. If you find it more comfortable to fill an idle moment with something else to do, you’re likely to have the habit of diving from one thing to the next with little pause, believing this makes things happen. Whether it’s the grip of habit, the pleasure of fleeting reward, the fear of missing something, the comfort of routine, or the badge of honour, busyness has been mistaken for progress and achievement. But your brain doesn’t make any distinction between a goal that was meaningful and the completion of a mundane task. You need to make those distinctions yourself. Challenges that deserve deeper reflection are often put off because they appear not to offer an immediate return. But they might have greater impact long term. So many forces push us to do more, keep moving and never stop. But you can do nothing and achieve more. Each morning, write a “not-to-do” list (right) and aim to put at least three things on it each day. As you feel space returning to your life, resist the temptation to fill it with more things to do; instead allow novel, joyful and inspiring things to arise.

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The not-to-do list When you wake up, is your first thought: What do I need to get done today? Do you formulate a to-do list before your feet even hit the floor? There’s nothing wrong with having a to-do list. They are useful tools to remind you of necessary activities and, used correctly, should help keep your head clear. But they can have the opposite effect. “Doing things” carries the addictive potential of a hard drug. The dopamine hit from crossing a task off your to-do list can be deeply satisfying, even if the thing on your list held no importance. It’s easy to see why it’s tempting to keep adding to the list and why it’s distressing when things are unfinished. When the to-do list starts dictating your day and defining your self-worth, you eventually feel like a mouse on a treadmill, working hard but getting nowhere. Try this: the “not-to-do” list. Start by writing a list of all the things you believe you must do over the next 24 hours. As well as all the physical tasks, consider the things that are occupying your mental space. For example, worrying about how you’re going to get three kids to different sporting events next weekend. Use these questions to help you decide if an item really belongs on your to-do list: l l l l

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Does this activity need to be done now? Can I identify a real need for this activity? Is this activity ready to be actioned, or does something more need to unfold first? Is this activity truly a stepping stone to the outcome I’m seeking, or could it end up being a waste of time or irrelevant? Does this activity deliver the right amount of value for the effort that will be required? Is this an activity that is mine to do, or am I taking on something that belongs to someone else? Will this activity make a difference to something meaningful, or will I just get a fleeting reward from ticking it off? If this activity is something I’m taking on by choice, will it bring me joy or take me closer to something I genuinely care about?

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Easy caprese with Alastair McLeod I don’t know if I subscribe to the notion that the best place to experience bouillabaisse is in the old port of Marseilles or that the best som tum is found on the steamy streets of Bangkok. Call me a culinary heretic but I question that a quintessential Caprese salad is best on the Isle of Capri. When preparing a Caprese I don’t feel a culinary duty to adhere to presenting this famed salad in the time-honoured pinwheel fashion. What’s wrong with skinning the tomatoes to soften the flesh and sweeten the taste? A basil mayonnaise stays true to the taste of the original but is texturally engaging. Tearing the mozzarella and adding new layers with roasted tomatoes, smoky capsicum and brioche croutons elevates this produce driven salad. It may be heresy but classic dishes can evolve. I look forward to enjoying version 3.0 in years to come.

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1 clove garlic, finely chopped Sea salt and freshly milled pepper 2 red capsicums 80ml mayonnaise 1 bunch basil 2 balls buffalo mozzarella

METHOD Preheat oven to 140C. Place slices of brioche on a tray lined with baking paper. Toast for 10-12 mins or until golden. Remove from oven and cool on a cake rack. Bring a large pot of water to the boil. Core tomatoes and cut a cross into the other end. Place into boiling water for a few seconds or until the skins split. Immediately remove and plunge into iced water. Peel tomatoes and set on paper towel. Next combine balsamic, olive oil, thyme leaves and garlic in a small bowl then season generously. Halve the vine ripened tomatoes, toss through the dressing then place on a cake rack set on a tray. Bake in preheated oven for 1½ hours or until semi dried and toasty. Allow to cool. Meanwhile set capsicums over a naked flame or barbecue until blackened on all sides then place in a bowl and cover with cling wrap until cool. Scrape off the skin then halve and remove seeds. Tear flesh into thick strips and set aside until required. Blitz mayonnaise and basil in a small food processor until pale green. To serve, spread the bottom of the plate with basil mayonnaise, halve or quarter tomatoes depending on size then drizzle with olive oil and season. Arrange on mayo and repeat the process with the roasted capsicum. Tear the mozzarella into small pieces and arrange on top. Finish with the brioche croutons and a final drizzle of olive oil. Serves 4 STYLING & PHOTOGRAPHY: Miranda Porter PROPS: Ceramics by Anna Markey, instagram.com/a_ceramics

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26 AT HOME

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storey A double-height outdoor living space and a central pool create a home for all seasons for a family of five By Tonya Turner There are plenty of ways to make the most of a west-facing backyard. Just ask architect Mathieu Levesque, who recently transformed a family of five’s three-bedroom, two-bathroom, 14year-old replica Queenslander in Stafford into a brighter, cooler, bigger and better connected home with a swimming pool. Although the couple had planned the new extension to span the full width of the backyard, Mathieu presented them with a narrower north-facing alternative with internal living spaces positioned in an “L” shape around the pool and a doubleheight outdoor room. “Once we talked them through our initial sketches they both saw the benefits. This narrower floor plate gave us better control over the western afternoon sun and provided more opportunities for cross ventilation and winter sun penetration,” Mathieu says. The design also allowed the swimming pool to be located more centrally, boosting its connection to the living spaces and privacy from the neighbours.

“They wanted the swimming pool to be central to the design, not just a secondary or forgotten element in the backyard,” Mathieu says. Several small but crucial details were used to unify the internal living areas and the swimming pool: the pool fences were detailed without brackets so they would look “invisible”; dedicated pool fencing was reduced by using external walls and boundary fences; door thresholds were flush; and corner sliding stacking doors were introduced to create a large unobstructed opening between the internal areas and the pool. The double-height outdoor area was key. “On the most basic level it is a simple outdoor space designed to be comfortable and useable throughout the year. “The reason we introduced a high roof over the outdoor room is that we didn’t want this western-facing space to get too hot and we didn’t want the roof over this space to reflect heat and glare into the upper floor areas. “The room also acts as a central gathering space that helps to connect all of the living spaces together,” Mathieu says.

QUICK DIP … The central pool is a refreshing spot for friends and family.

Operable aluminium shutters around the outdoor living area can be adjusted to provide shade from the western sun in the afternoons and opened the rest of the time to allow for ventilation and views. Inside the home, the owners felt they were outgrowing the floorplan in

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a cost-effective way to achieve large openings facing west that could be opened and closed as needed. Also on the brief was a second living room to separate the children’s toys from the parents’ leisure space. Moving the kitchen and main living spaces to the ground level meant the

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30 BOOKS MANHATTAN BEACH Jennifer Egan Hachette, $33 This novel by a Pulitzer Prizewinning author mixes the history of New York’s dockyards with the pace and atmosphere of a noir thriller – a rare feat. The story centres on Anna Kerrigan, 11, who visits the Manhattan Beach mansion of underworld figure Dexter Styles with her father in 1934. Her father mysteriously vanishes, and the feisty Anna later becomes her family’s main breadwinner. A chance meeting with Dexter at one of the gangster’s New York nightclubs sets her on a search for truth about her much-loved father’s disappearance.

“Up until then, I had only seen a wandering ghost once. One rainy night when I was sleeping in my treehouse,” says the narrator of this intensely beautiful yet often devastating novel. Told through the eyes of a murdered child, with deft and evocative prose, Shokoofeh Azar’s prose journeys heartachingly into Iran’s turbulent political history post the 1979 Islamic Revolution. It is bloody and brutal but blends mysticism, historical events and stunning magic realism in an unstoppable tale.

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Literary larrikin ALL THE BURNING BRIDGES Steve Bisley, Echo, $33 An actor’s life is precarious, as Steve Bisley well knows. The Sydney actor has made a name for himself playing cool-dude cops, alongside Mel Gibson in the original Mad Max movie, and in TV series such as Water Rats and Police Rescue. He has also worked as a truck driver and a Kings Cross hotel “bar useful”, and he’s an accomplished writer, as this book, his second published memoir, shows. It’s a rollicking read, a larrikin’s

literary love affair that tells of a life lived often to excess, from 1970s student days at the National Institute of Dramatic Art, to being feted by the BBC to move to London with his fashion designer partner and four children in the mid-’80s. It also spans bridges burned: two divorces, good times at a Blue Mountains cottage he regretfully no longer owns, depression and starting again. But as he says, he knew what he was signing on for as an actor: “I had a wife but she went with the house … the Villeroy & Boch and a diamond ring that looked like a small swimming pool. I’ve been on the front cover and mentioned on page 52 between the greyhound racing results and the shipping news. It’s what I do.”

DANCING HOME Paul Collis UQP, $29.95

Told in two tales, of Ellis and Michael, Tin Man moves back and forth in time, evoking the magnitude of loss, the courage and beauty of close friendship and the struggle to survive it all. From the author of the international bestseller When God Was a Rabbit, Tin Man is another literary triumph for its author Sarah Winman. Subtle, exquisite prose unpicks the ramifications of choices made long ago, reflecting powerfully on what might have been had a different path been taken.

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The winner of last year’s David Unaipon Award for an unpublished manuscript by an indigenous writer, Dancing Home is a tale of revenge. Blackie and Rips are two deeply disaffected men bound together by injustice, drugs and loss of culture, struggling to reckon with the past. Written by Paul Collis, the story travels with the pair as they search for the police officer who falsely imprisoned Blackie. Insightful, tragic and darkly humorous, Dancing Home cuts into deep wounds with powerful force.

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Circa-1920 residence

will wow Renovated Queenslander for family living Spread across three lots, this Queenslander has been renovated to retain its traditional elements while offering contemporary luxuries. Stepping stones lead past a front yard to a covered deck on the first floor. Inside, polished timber floors, decorative cornices and VJ walls

TARINGA 19 Goldsbrough Rd Land: 2655sq m Inspect: By appointment Agent: Ann-Karyn Fraser, Place New Farm; ph: 3107 5111 or 0419 708 094 Auction: On site, Sat, Nov 18, 2pm

exude elegance. A hallway connects to two bedrooms and a bathroom. Nearby, the main bedroom has a gas fireplace, bay window, study, walk-in wardrobe and an ensuite with a claw foot bath. Lounge and dining rooms are across the hallway. Near a laundry is the kitchen, with glass sliding doors opening from the kitchen and dining room to the deck. Back inside, the houseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lower level has a bathroom and three bedrooms, including one with an ensuite.

Downstairs also includes a wine cellar and rumpus room. Folding timber doors connect the rumpus room to a wraparound deck with an outdoor barbecue and access to a separate studio. From the rear deck, steps lead down to the backyard, complete with a pool, full-size tennis court, vegetable gardens, a fire pit, cubby house, chicken coop, 22,500L water tank and lawn irrigation system.

Country living Wundaburra features fertile freehold and leasehold land capable of multiple farming pursuits, as well as two threebedroom residences. Sealed roads lead to the property’s private entry, which runs past lush scenery to a modern, country-style homestead with a covered front veranda boasting views to Mt Archer and Conondale Range National Park. The entrance leads into a spacious lounge room with a brick fireplace. Elegant traditional details such as polished timber flooring, VJ walls, high ceilings and decorative cornices feature throughout, and the lounge, family and dining rooms opento a patio. A central hallway connects to three bedrooms. Two of these bedrooms overlook the front veranda, including the main bedroom which features a walk-in wardrobe and an ensuite.

Wundaburra’s other residence is a self-contained three-bedroom cottage with a kitchen, bathroom and living area. Designed for productive farming, Wundaburra has extensive licenced irrigation for 80ha using Neurum Creek and the surrounding Stanley River flats. Along with multiple large sheds and fully-fenced cattle yards, the property has a silo and 1219m-long airstrip with a connecting hangar.

MT ARCHER 1318-1456 Neurum Rd Land: 208ha Inspect: By appointment Auction: 111 Eagle St, Brisbane City, Fri, Nov 10, 10.30am Agent: Jez McNamara, Ray White Rural Brisbane ph: 3231 2222 or 0427 270 280

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34 MacGregor Terrace, Bardon • • • • • •

Surplus Government Land 1,127m2* development site (STCA^) Zoned LMR2 5kms* to Brisbane CBD Mountain views Walk to Woolworths and cafes

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Established Horse Property ‘Athol Lodge’, Beaudesert 40.25ha* (99.42ac*) improved pastures, minutes to Beaudesert. Renovated Queenslander + co age. 55 paddocks, vet shed, 16 stables, 8 horse walker & round yard. Irrigaঞon bore & stock bore.

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Aucঞon Fri 17 Nov 2017 10:30am In-Rooms Luke Barber 0419 250 991 Andrew Thomson 0429 289 299 Ray White Rural Beaudesert

This riverfront residence was built over two levels to capitalise on its elevated block and views. The rendered house has four bedrooms, a gym and study. On the ground floor is a living, kitchen and meals area, along with a formal dining room and family room. Up a

RIVERHILLS 6 Riverpoint Blvd Land: 654sq m Inspect: By appointment Agent: Lisa Terare, RE/MAX Riverside; ph: 3184 9400 or 0416 152 187 Price: $950,000+

level are the bedrooms, including the main with an ensuite, a bathroom and a retreat space with a kitchenette.

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Inexpensive Irrigated Fodder and Ca le Farm… Wow! ‘Wundaburra’, Mount Archer, via Woodford A quality 516* acre property, just 90mins* to Brisbane and under 1hr* to the Sunshine Coast beaches, at a price you wouldn’t think possible! This fer le and wonderfully improved farm is oﬀered WIWO, has 2 homes and includes 138* acres freehold and 377* acres leasehold through SEQ Water. Owner has had a change in family direc on and will be selling. • 80* hectare water licence. Frontage to permanent Neurum Creek and Stanley River • Over 400* acres can be irrigated by the 7km* of underground mains and 54 hydrants • Outstanding sheds, ca le yards and fencing plus a 1,219m long airstrip

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Aucঞon Friday 10 November 10:30am Lvl 26, 111 Eagle St, Brisbane View By appointment Jez McNamara 0427 270 280 Ray White Rural Brisbane *approx.

RIVERLIFE Uninterrupted riverfront living on 1,086m2 with exclusive river access.

INDOOROOPILLY 33 Ivy Street

INSPECT Saturday 3:30 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4pm

This is the riverfront family home you have been looking for! Positioned on 1,086m2 of land and with unique private jetty access, this home will suit now and into the future. With a beautiful ensuited guest or parents suite, multiple living and dining areas and a study located on the entry level of the home. You can dine and entertain whilst watching the kids in the pool or on the river. Three further bedrooms and a rumpus or media room are downstairs with direct pool and backyard access, separation for the growing family is catered for. Walking distance to St Peters Lutheran College and within ten minutes to BBC and Indooroopilly Shopping Centre, this opportunity will not last!

4 + BED 3 BATH 2 CAR + POOL

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AUCTION Thursday 16 November at 6pm, PlaceÂ Auction Rooms, 33 Lytton Rd, East Brisbane

Courtney Maguire 0401 031 668 Simon Caulfield 0437 935 912 PLC-OP3793_BN_C

TIMELESS

When superior vision meets attention to detail, exceptional things happen as evidenced by this extraordinary Queenslander on 2,655m2 in beautiful Taringa.

INSPECT Thursday 5:30 – 6pm

TARINGA 19 Goldsbrough Road

and Saturday 10:30 – 11:15am

The original home, circa 1920, was fully renovated in 2011. The aim was to retain every classic feature while uplifting the home to meet the demands of modern day living. These generous north-east facing decks overlook beautiful established gardens and the bush surrounds. A full size tennis court and in-ground pool encourage family fun for all ages. The fully equipped kitchen features a collection of designer Miele, ILVE and Liebherr appliances and butler’s pantry. There are six large bedrooms serviced by four immaculate bathrooms. Beyond the home, the spoils of this sought-after suburb are at your fingertips.

6 BED 4 BATH 2 CAR

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AUCTION Saturday 18 November at 2pm, on-site

Ann-Karyn Fraser 0419 708 094 PLC-OP3580 _BN_A

FAIRHOLME A once in a lifetime opportunity to restore Brisbane history

EAST BRISBANE 77 Mowbray Terrace

INSPECT Tuesday 5:30 – 6:30pm and Saturday 3 – 4pm

Offered to the market for the first time since its construction in 1912 this historic, Heritage listed home occupies a premium location on 1,712m2. Only 3km from the CBD, ‘Fairholme’ is awaiting an astute buyer to breathe new life into its historical design. This striking federation Queenslander features expansive living areas including a grand formal dining area with fireplace and a wraparound verandah. Steeped in original features including timber flooring, high ceilings with ornate detailing and VJ walls. This historical Brisbane home has come to market by deceased estate and therefore needs to be sold.

3 BED 1 BATH 1 CAR

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AUCTION Saturday 18 November at 5pm, on-site

Shane Hicks 0409 594 629 Dion Tolley 0413 840 967 PLC-OP3580 _BN_B

EXCEPTIONAL Arguably one of Brisbane’s best uninterrupted views, this grand Queenslander is situated on a private and elevated 1,110m2 block over two lots.

HAWTHORNE 10-12 Hawthorne Road

INSPECT Wednesday 6 – 6:30pm

This home boasts continous views of the CBD, Brisbane River, New Farm Park, Powerhouse, and Hamilton from all three levels of living. This incomparable residence has been flawlessly designed for multigenerational families seeking a low maintenance lifestyle. A home that caters for the growing family, there are multiple bedrooms, bathrooms and living spaces. Providing an amazing place for entertaining without compromising the practical and easy living floor plan. Three outdoor covered decks, four lock-up car accommodation, plus additional secure and off street parking. This must be seen to be believed, a home for all families.

8 BED 5 BATH 4 CAR + POOL

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and Saturday 1:30 – 2pm

FOR SALE Simon Caulfield 0437 935 912 Matthew O’Connor 0403 389 330 PLC-OP3793_BN_D

ABIAN

Brand new half floor sub-penthouse residence, offering 323m2 and uninterrupted 270 degree views.

BRISBANE CITY 3601/140 Alice Street

INSPECT Saturday 9:45 – 10:15am

This immaculate residence with house like proportions delivers the ultimate in contemporary, high end living. Inside you are welcomed by breathtaking Brisbane River, Story Bridge, Botanical Gardens and Kangaroo Point panoramas retaining a remarkable sense of privacy. The premium kitchen seamlessly flows to the open plan living and dining, which opens to an entertainer’s wraparound balcony. Comprising of four bedrooms with built-in robes, the lavish master bedroom features a walk-through robe and a pristine ensuite. This home includes a separate media room, study, full sized laundry, powder room, three side-by-side car parks and lockable storage.

4 + BED 3 + BATH 3 CAR + POOL

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and Sunday 9 – 10am

FOR SALE Simon Caulfield 0437 935 912 James McKinlay 0412 929 500 PLC-OP3793_BN_E

SKYHOME Luxury, convenience and security. Genuine seller.

ST LUCIA 14/100 Macquarie Street

INSPECT Saturday 11 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 11:30am

Spanning the entire top two floors and capturing 360 degree views of the Brisbane River and CBD, this skyhome offers 600m2 of living space with house like proportions. The child and pet friendly outdoor rooftop terrace caters for the entire family with over 284m2 of space, 60m2 under roof. There is a rare opportunity to accommodate a fifth bedroom and third bathroom (subject to approval). A private marina berth and the complex gym and pool complete this magnificent skyhome.

5 BED 3 BATH 3 CAR + POOL

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FOR SALE Simon Caulfield 0437 935 912 Courtney Maguire 0401 031 668 PLC-OP3793_BN_F

CITYHOME A higher standard of inner city living.

MORNINGSIDE 3/59 Ison Street

INSPECT Wednesday 6 – 6:30pm

Offering a premium lifestyle for the most discerning of buyers, this Ison Collection four bedroom City Home is designed for modern, inner city, low maintenance lifestyle living. Picturesque suburban views and city glimpses merge with the contemporary interiors of the home. An entertainer’s kitchen is complete with V-Zug steam and convection ovens and finest Italian cabinetry. An elegant master suite is crafted to blend latest trends with timeless style, featuring indulgent and luxurious appointments. Further inclusions feature 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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and Saturday 12 – 1pm

FOR SALE $1,095,000 Sarah Hackett 0488 355 553 Brenton Faehrmann 0414 892 990 PLC-OP3793_BN_G

WORLDCLASS One of Brisbane’s most iconic homes, this timeless waterfront estate is poised on nearly 2,000m2, with a deepwater mooring and private pontoon.

RABY BAY 5 Grenoble Place

INSPECT Saturday 11am – 12pm

Showcasing the finest craftsmanship, this indulgent home offers 12,000 square feet of remarkable finishes across two levels. This unparalleled position captures panoramic bay views. A collection of versatile living areas both formal and casual make up the lower level, culminating in a seamless transition to waterfront outdoor entertaining spaces. The state-of-the-art kitchen welcomes the chef of the home with in-laid mahogany cabinetry, stone benchtops and butler’s pantry. An exquisite home cinema, an American style mahogany paneled office, a gym overlooking the tiled pool, wine cellar, steam room, and so much more complete this amazing residence.

Paul Curtain 0411 721 474

5 BED 6 BATH 5 CAR + POOL

Marc Sorrentino 0488 886 272

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EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST Closing 20 November

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OCEANFRONT When it comes to location this has to be one opportunity not to be missed!

AUCTION

BILINGA 301 Golden Four Drive

Sunday 12 November at 1:30pm, on-site

Two homes on 1,246m2 with 20.2m ocean frontage and absolute beachfront living have hit the market for the first time in 30 years. The two stylish homes have been renovated with contemporary design in mind, brimming with natural light and featuring spacious open plan living and dining areas that integrate perfectly throughout. Sweeping ocean views from all levels, expansive level gardens and direct beach access. The second cottage is ideal for guests or income. Placed only walking distance to local shops, cafĂŠs and parks and 1.6km to central Tugun and their surf lifesaving club. Redevelopment subject to council consent.

8 BED 5 BATH 7 CAR

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Alex Rutherford 0417 877 828 Katrina Walsh 0429 899 295 Dane Atherton 0406 537 273 PLC-OP3793_BN_I

HAWTHORNE 60 Malcolm Street

INSPECT Wednesday 5 – 5:30pm and Saturday 11 – 11:30am

Offering an unrivalled lifestyle in the prestigious river avenues of Hawthorne, this magnificent Queenslander showcases distinctive heritage charm on 810m2. This quintessential family home in the heart of the lifestyle precinct of Hawthorne offers the warm natural elements of the Queenslander era accompanied by modern conveniences. VJ walls and 3m high ceilings complemented by contemporary touches such as a lovely open plan kitchen with stunning granite benchtops and accompanying timber cabinetry. This grand property provides an abundance of space, security, front and rear uncompromised yard and play area.

5 BED 3 BATH 3 CAR + POOL

KANGAROO POINT

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17E/39 Castlebar Street

AUCTION Saturday 11 November at 10am, on-site

Taylor Kleinberg 0447 466 177 Luke Batchelor 0432 448 147

INSPECT Saturday 12:30 – 1pm and Sunday 11 – 11:30am

This ninth level sub-penthouse is positioned with uninterrupted north-east, Brisbane River views. Adorned with beautiful marble tiles and cof fered ceilings finished with modern touches, the living and dining adjoin a stylish gourmet kitchen and entertainer’s balcony. Accommodating three generous bedrooms, the master includes a lavish ensuite with pristine marble tiles and benchtops, as well as custom-built walk-in robe. This apartment incorporates an executive home office, media room, powder room and a main bathroom. A three vehicle, side-by-side lock-up garage and a rare two storage rooms are also included.

Simon Caulfield 0437 935 912

3 + BED 2+ BATH 3 CAR + POOL

Courtney Maguire 0401 031 668

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FOR SALE

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BULIMBA

18/21 Byron Street

Construction has commenced at The Boatyard! This breathtaking and irreplaceable top floor, four bedroom riverfront residence boasts a prized northerly aspect. With only one neighbour, you will be buying into one of Brisbane’s most exclusive offerings. The handpicked timber, stainless steel and natural stone surfaces blend with a crisp white to create a mood of unaffected luxury. With direct river frontage and close proximity to the desirable Oxford Street, The Boatyard Bulimba presents a unique opportunity to live the ultimate waterfront lifestyle. Construction complete late 2018.

4 BED 2+ BATH 2 CAR + POOL

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

INSPECT Display Suite open by appointment 145 Oxford St Bulimba

FOR SALE $2,050,000

Wes Press 0400 662 171

INSPECT Display apartment now open. Available to inspect by prearranged appointment.

FOR SALE $599,900

Sally Mulhearn 0422 228 320 PLC-OP3793_BN_K

Auction 5 November 10:00am

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City luxe Set in the luxury Lume complex on the sixth floor, this three-bedroom apartment offers an inner-city lifestyle close to the Brisbane River. Spanning a single level over 151sq m, the residence has a contemporary interior with grey floor tiles, timber accents and neutral tones, while extensive 2.7m high glass draws in city views and natural light. The living area has an open-plan design orientated towards the river and city vistas, with sliding glass doors opening to a balcony with a barbecue. Inside, the galley kitchen features stylish timber-toned cabinetry, an island breakfast bar with stone benchtops, quality European appliances and a glass splashback. The main bedroom has a walkthrough wardrobe to an ensuite. The two other bedrooms have

built-in wardrobes and are serviced by a bathroom. Residents of the Lume development have access to a range of resort-style facilities, including a fullyequipped gymnasium, restoration zone and an infinity-edge pool on the rooftop with fast lane swim jets. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also secure wall-mounted bicycle storage and two car parking spaces. The pet-friendly building also has an on-site cafe.

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KANGAROO POINT 610/25 Shafston Ave Unit: 151sq m Inspect: By appointment Price: $1.53 million+ Agent: Tom Lyne and Matt Lancashire, Ray White New Farm; ph: 3254 1022, 0423 696 862 (TL) or 0416 476 480 (ML)

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

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ADDRESS Shop 3, 622 Wynnum Road, Morningside

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Picture perfect A picturesque street presence is matched by an interior of character features and modern appointments at this renovated two-storey Queenslander. An open-plan kitchen, living and dining room make up the hub of the home on the first floor, with bi-folding doors opening to both a front deck and a north-facing back deck with views to a heated in-ground pool and established gardens. Back inside, three bedrooms and a bathroom with a separate bath and shower complete the level. One of these bedrooms has access to the back deck, while the main bedroom has access to the front deck, along with a walk-in wardrobe and luxury ensuite with twin vanities. Another bedroom is downstairs, joined by a rumpus room with double

doors to a patio, a study, laundry and bathroom. Other features include high ceilings, a wraparound balcony, ducted airconditioning, solar system and store room, while the kitchen is equipped with a stone island bench, freestanding stainless steel oven, built-in microwave, wine fridge and a servery window. Along with a double garage, the property has off-street parking for a boat or caravan.

GORDON PARK 50 Groom St Land: 1214sq m Inspect: By appointment Agent: Debora Sutton, Belle Property Wilston; ph: 3339 8900 or 0433 252 189 Auction: On site, Sat, Nov 4, 10am

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Exquisite, Monumental, Canal Home Must Sell On Or Before 24th Nov This grand scale, luxury property boasts an array of features including multiple living areas, king size bedrooms, professional kitchen, complete guest suite and an 8m pontoon. This masterpiece is everything you have been searching for.

Auction Fri 24th Nov 6pm Held On Site 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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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.

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

Stunning Contemporary Architect Design 63 Dobson Street, ASCOT

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OFFERS OVER $1,399,000

Open for Inspection: Saturday 28th October 12:00 - 12:30pm Located in one of Ascot’s highly sought after streets on a spacious 405m² block and flowing over two expansive levels, sits this architecturally designed home which features a fabulous contemporary makeover with classic elements which offers a stylish, sophisticated, and elegant lifestyle. The north facing, light filled, open plan living, kitchen and dining area meld beautifully with the finest of finishes. Your luxurious chef’s kitchen is light and airy in design and offers an abundance of storage and bench space, stainless steel Miele appliances, fully integrated dishwasher and range hood, breakfast bar and large butler’s pantry. Like any executive home, it has been designed for entertaining and a busy family lifestyle. Call today to arrange your inspection! Patrick McKinnon 0431 430 760

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Brisbane Bayside Waterfront Mansion 11 Grenoble Place, RABY BAY

Open for Inspection: Saturday 4th November 11:00am - 11:30am AUCTION ONSITE: Saturday 4th November at 12:00pm • • • • • • •

2470m2 waterfront property 30 minutes to Brisbane’s CBD 1118m2 total building size Five bedrooms, each with an ensuite Total of six bathrooms and seven toilets Multiple balconies, waterfront gazebo Soaring ceilings, large windows, ample built-in storage Gymnasium, sauna, double-story theatre, built-in aquarium

• Air-conditioning, ceiling fans, freshly painted • 20m pontoon, championship-sized fully-lit tennis court, solar heated swimming pool with new water regulating system • Gazebo, professionally completed garden with rare African Cycads and mature bonsai plants • Walking distance to Ormiston College

Contact Terry on 07 3434 0888 and prepare to be impressed! Terry Zheng | Coronis Sunnybank Shop 131A Sunnybank Plaza, 358 Mains Road, Sunnybank | 07 3434 0888 | sunnybank@coronis.com.au coronis.com.au | All here

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If you thought living in prestigious Ascot was out of your reach, then think again. Offering a luxurious lifestyle in abundance, this beautifully presented home presents exceptional value for the astute investor. There is nothing left to do, just move in and enjoy the convenience of living in this highly regarded community.

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Spacious, stylish and beautifully secluded, this inviting family home combines generous proportions with œĻİķƤ Ǚœœėđ ŜŪđėƑŞ đĻŜėŞƘĻŪŞƘ This is your opportunity to secure a commanding residence with spectacular city views. If a substantial quality home boasting resort style living is on your list then an inspection here is highly recommended.

For your further consideration; 6 bedrooms, 4 large living areas, 3.5 bathrooms, 2 kitchens, 4 car garage, 4 outdoor living areas, heated pool & spa and comprehensive audio/internet options. Cleverly đėƘĻİŞėđ Ƥķė ǚŪŪƑ ƎœíŞ ĻƘ both practical for families or can be ǚėǊĻĉœė Ļį đƫíœ œĻǄĻŞİ íŞđ ƘėƎíƑíƤĻŪŞ is called upon. The family can live,

Contact Andrew Keogh on 0427 110 671 for inspection times.

3.5

swim and sleep on various levels - it’s highly sought after and rare. Master built, the level of quality in the build and inclusions is second to none. No ėǊƎėŞƘė ķíƘ ĉėėŞ ƘƎíƑėđ Close to Brisbane’s CBD, Rosalie Village, prestigious Brisbane schools, The Wesley Private Hospital and Suncorp Stadium.

ANDREW KEOGH LICENCED ESTATE AGENT

0427 110 671

andrew@calibrerealestate.com.au calibrerealestate.com.au/birdwood

mcgrath.com.au

33.5 Acres

of Breathtaking Acreage

UPPER BROOKFIELD 435 Upper Brookfield Road A once in a lifetime opportunity to secure one of Brisbane’s finest large acreage holdings. A blank canvas with a spectacular cleared ridge line capturing incredible 360 degree panoramic views. With cleared access to the building site and acres of flat, usable paddocks this unique block offers the rare ability featuring some of Brisbane’s finest views and usability. Convenient access to local schools, Brookfield Village and Kenmore central this is an incredible opportunity to secure Brisbane’s best rural lifestyle and create your very own dream.

Features Include: • • • • • • •

Approved building envelope Cleared access Panoramic views across Brisbane Perfect North / Easterly aspect Fenced paddocks and private creek 30 minutes to Brisbane CBD Convenient to Kenmore central, schools, shopping and transport

FOR SALE NOW OR BY AUCTION ONSITE SATURDAY 2ND DECEMBER @ 2PM CALL FOR FURTHER INFORMATION AND PRIVATE VIEWING Benjamin Smith 0416 005 008 Kel Goesch 0408 647 568

Alderley 177 Banks Street • • • • •

One of Brisbane´s most architecturally awarded homes Fully restored art deco home with an expansive extension Flexible layout with dedicated home office and pool Elevated position, across from the 30ha Banks St Reserve 180 degree uninterrupted views, awaits a second story

Gordon Park 50 Groom Street • • • • •

3 B 2 C 2 F 756 J

Renovated Queenslander set on an enviable 1,214sqm Luxury appointments and unrivalled space throughout Master bedroom boasts walk-in robe and luxurious ensuite Entertaining deck overlooks the stunning pool and gardens Highly sought after location with easy access to the CBD

4 B 3 C 2 D 1214 J

9/56 BELLEVUE TERRACE, ST LUCIA

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!”

For Sale $1,400,000 - $1,500,000 View Sat 4th of November 12:30pm to 1.15pm

Scott Gemmell 0414 606 114 www.scottgemmell.com.au Scott Gemmell - Estate Agent

“Service with Focus”

5 Bed | 4 Bath | 1 Pool | 1 Tennis | 6 Car

‘RICHMOND DOWNS’

38 Richmond Street Corinda

Rare 1.28ha Rurual Family Retreat just 10km from the CBD with DA approval

Expression of Interest

“Richmond Downs” represents a once in a generation chance to acquire this 1.28ha of fully serviced prime land, complete with a well presented 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom home, a tennis court and in-ground pool.

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Contact agent to inspect

Less than 30 mins from the heart of the city, this delightful property represents an opportunity to secure an enviable parcel of treed land providing a private and serene lifestyle with easy access to Corinda and Oxley shopping precincts.

Team

Inspection highly recommended.

Doug & Charlie

291 Honour Avenue Graceville |3379 9322| www.nanettelilley.com.au

Yeronga Riverfront Inspired Oasis This striking residence, high and dry on 1606m2, showcases an effortless balance between contemporary design, luxury and the very best indoor/ outdoor entertaining and lifestyle. As featured in Architectural Digest’s “Homes that Blur the Line Between Indoors & Out”, the spacious open living areas flow out to expansive entertaining terraces with a backdrop of tranquil views across the river to Sir John Chandler Park. For more information: www.dixonfamily.net.au

0410 488 110 | 0415 829 196

5 Bed

4 Bath

3 Car

| 1606m2 Land

Yeronga | 41 Riverview Place Expressions of Interest | Close 8 December 5:00pm Inspect | By Appointment Patrick Dixon 0414 817 817

Jack Dixon 0408 756 694

NOW COMPLETE DISPLAY OPEN 6 DAYS A WEEK

www.pointview.com.au Viewing: Saturday to Monday 11:00am – 3:00pm Tuesday to Thursday 3:00pm – 6:00pm Address: 32 Glenora Street, Wynnum QLD 4178 Price: 1 bedroom from $395,000 2 bedroom from $515,000 2 level skyhomes from $1,250,000 Contact: Alan Meacock 0487 769 795

Tim Holmes 0418 725 158

Opportunity 82 Park Parade, Shorncliffe This Grandiose, Stately, Iconic and Simply Stunning Dress Circle Shorncliffe home was built in the 1890’s, has been wonderfully restored and modernized to offer a grandeur Queenslander full of character with all the mod-cons – live the life of luxury with panoramic views of the wonderfully picturesque Moreton Bay. Its size and location, on the corner of Eagle Terrace and Park Parade, at the top of Shorncliffe, gives this property incredible street appeal and it’s situated just down the road from sought after schools Shorncliffe State Primary and St Patrick’s College.. From the moment you enter the welcoming grand hallway you feel like you are entering a stately home.

This 3 storey Queenslander offers; 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 large lounge / living areas, massive media room, 2 x dining rooms (1 formal and 1 informal), gourmet kitchen with double stove, wrap-around balcony entertainment areas, 2 additional outdoor entertaining areas, large 2 car garage with internal access, carport for 2 more vehicles, pool with spa, aircon, ceiling fans and high ceilings throughout. Whatever takes your fancy this property has it all, summer days & evenings bbq’ing by the pool and spa or on the massive wrap around deck overlooking the ocean, entertaining friends and family with a multitude of dining and living options. Plus the location of this home

provides a great place to relax, enjoy the local environment, frequent the local cafes and dine out at the local restaurants.

Wonderfully positioned just a short walk from Shorncliffe station, Queensland Cruising Yacht Club and Sandgate Golf Club or take a leisurely walk along the foreshore to Sandgate village, stroll along the recently-restored Shorncliffe pier to take in the fresh air and / or enjoy a BBQ beside the safe beach across the road. The current owners are selling due to personal circumstances and viewings are by private inspection only. All interest over $1.49m invited

JOEL HUDSON - Your Mate in Real Estate - 0455 331 125

BRAND NEW HIGH QUALITY GROUND FLOOR RETAIL 616 MAIN ST KANGAROO POINT BRISBANE

4 RETAIL LOTS FOR SALE INDIVIDUALLY OR AS A WHOLE 48m² - 292m²* THE MARC – LANDMARK DEVELOPMENT WITH 69 RESIDENTIAL UNITS ABOVE 2 TENANCIES LEASED, 2 VACANT – DEVELOPERS CAN PROVIDE RENTAL GUARANTEES FOR INVESTORS EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST CLOSING 5PM WEDNESDAY 22ND NOVEMBER *approx Jonathon Jones 0439 624 813 jjones.commercial@raywhite.com Jack Gwyn 0424 807 166 jack.gwyn@raywhite.com

Carl Charalambous 0422 804 462 carl@cpropertyqld.com.au Nick Zervos 0411 662 200 nick@cpropertyqld.com.au

1 PRECINCT • “ALL BASES COVERED” • $2.985 M+• • GAS WORKS 596M 2 HOME • 5 CAR • 4 BED + OFFICE • 4 BATH + 2 POWDER ROOMS • 30 M FRONTAGE • MULTI LIVING • LIFT • GYM + SHOP •

• ST LUCIA • 1308 M 2 ON 2 LOTS • 5 BED FAMILY HOME + POOL • GOLF COURSE VIEWS • BRICK • 30 M FRONTAGE • $2.175 M+ • • INDOOROOPILLY • GOLF PRECINCT • SINGLE LEVEL LIVING • NORTH • FULLY RESTORED • 739 M 2 PRESTIGE LAND • $1.175 M+ • IF YOU WOULD LIKE YOUR FINE HOME QUIETLY SOLD IN

2018

CALL LARRY MCQUIE NOW FOR A CONFIDENTIAL DISCUSSION

1300 180 018 LARRY @ MCQUIE . COM . AU WWW . MCQUIE . COM . AU

Horoscope with Tanya Obreza ARIES

SCORPIO

(March 21 - April 20) Best day: Friday 3rd Ariens tend to hold firm beliefs. Usually it takes a very strong argument to convince you of anything but your own mind. Occasionally though you meet intriguing new company that instigates effortless change. Could this be love? Or maybe, a delightful friendship?

(October 24 - November 22) Best day: Saturday 4th That old self-doubt is back again, but you’ll just have to scrape up your self-esteem and paste on your best smile. Most of the trouble is home-grown so you’re in for some candid chat if there’s any hope of restoring the peace. Sometimes it’s best to just forgive and forget.

TAURUS

SAGITTARIUS

AQUARIUS

(November 23 - December 21) Best day: Wednesday 1st Someone older may offer help with a personal matter. Despite your initial caution about their sincerity, your secret is safe with them. Take the chance to push yourself forward at work, or socially. There’s very little harm that can come your way when there’s so much support.

(January 21 - February 18) Best day: Saturday 4th Stop talking about what you would like to do. Instead, get busy, and do it. Money and status are easier to achieve if you take the lead, rather than follow. Be practical about a discussion or meeting that takes place after November 1. Prepare well, and be honest in all your dealings.

CAPRICORN

PISCES

(December 22 - January 20) Best day: Thursday 2nd Sometimes it takes adversity to force your sometimes all-too-stubborn Capricorn mind. When you refuse to instigate change the cosmos will do it for you. Conversely, when life starts to fall into place, it’s not always simple luck or timing. This week, you can take the most of the credit for a job well done.

(February 19 - March 20) Best day: Monday 6th You’re on a roll, Pisces. Not only are the ideas sparking, they’re also connecting. At times, your projects can dawdle along – but that’s not the case now. Jaws drop as you power into top gear. Week’s end concentrates on finances. Money and assets take priority, but family life must get a look-in too.

(April 21 - May 20) Best day: Sunday 5th Many Taureans are offered a new source of funding. Reassuring indeed, as lack of money has been a problem for quite some time. The bad news is you won’t be fully cashed-up for a while. Forget the credit cards too. They’re probably maxed out.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 21) Best day: Wednesday 1st If you suffer minor setbacks don’t fret. Pursue what’s working and leave the rest behind. It wouldn’t hurt to change your image for something more stylish. If you can squeeze in time for an active social life, all the better. New love could be yours for the taking.

CANCER (June 22 - July 22) Best day: Thursday 2nd There’s a creative life force within us all that propels us forward whether we’re aware of it or not. It’s all about getting in touch with your own personal power. It’s about bravery and

BRAIN FOOD Benjamin Franklin did not invent the rocking chair. There is no mention of a rocking chair in his notes, his lists of inventions, or his autobiography.

The band Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons started their career known as The Four Lovers.

Massachusetts is known for having interesting names for some of its towns: Belchertown, Braintree, Cow Yard, Dorothy Pond, Egypt, Gay Head, Marblehead, Mashpee, Sandwich, Swampscott and Ware.

Dwight Kalb, an artist from Chicago, once created a statue of Madonna made out of 81kg of ham.

LEO (July 23 - August 23) Best day: Monday 6th Leos slip into cruise mode, and stay pretty much unflappable for most of the week. Seemingly not much can go wrong if you take life as it comes – and if you have put a little extra effort into recent ventures, this could be a time of reward. Deservedly so.

VIRGO (August 24 - September 22) Best day: Sunday 5th Worried about your life’s direction? Maybe you’ve lost control, either at work or at play. Professionally you may not feel up to the task. At home, you’re dissatisfied. Could it be that you’re living someone else’s dream? If necessary, it might be the time to break away and fly solo.

LIBRA (September 23 - October 23) Best day: Tuesday 7th While you’re not usually gullible, you’re still capable of being deceived. What’s more, you probably know in your heart that things don’t feel right. Maybe it’s time to ask why you’re going against your better instincts. Who are you trying to please? And is there sufficient reason? tanyaobreza.com

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American sculptor Alexander Calder rigged the front door of his Paris apartment so that he could open it from his bathtub.

Billy Connolly was once quoted as saying: “Who discovered we could get milk from cows, and what did he think he was doing at the time?”

certainty, which must be accessed in order to see what your next step will be. Be audacious, Cancer. Where will your life take you next?

In 1990 the children’s book My Friend Flicka was removed from the optional reading lists for fifth and sixth graders in Clay County, Florida, because it used

the word bitch to accurately refer to a female dog and also used the word damn. Former U.S. President Calvin Coolidge reportedly loved to eat breakfast in bed while having his head rubbed with Vaseline. In May–June 2000, Steve Stevens did the fastest Trans-America ride on a penny-farthing bicycle, taking 29 days 9 hrs 3 mins. The birth name of actor Jason Alexander is Jay Scott Greenspan.

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