Brisbane News Magazine Oct 17 - Oct 23, 2018. ISSUE 1199

OCTOBER 17-23, 2018 ISSUE 1199

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Mad about the boy PR queen Fleur Madden welcomes her miracle baby after the heartache of multiple miscarriages

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It is a sad fact that one in six Australian couples experiences fertility problems and the terrible heartache that goes along with it.

For Brisbane public relations powerhouse Fleur Madden, a woman used to getting the job done, her inability to carry a baby to full term became a serious problem to solve, and she persisted until she welcomed “dream baby” Josiah – her son with husband Jimmy Gwisai – and hands-down our cutest ever cover star. Writer Hannah Davies documents Fleur’s incredible journey to motherhood in our cover story (P8).

Regular readers will likely recall our story on Tom Hill (Sep 12-18 edition), the young cyclist gearing up for the gruelling 1000km London to Monaco bike ride to raise funds for Blue Marine Foundation.

I am happy to report that Tom, who suffers from a rare and aggressive form of arthritis, not only completed the ride – to a rapturous welcome at the Prince’s Palace – but he also raised £5000 ($A9350) for the ocean charity. Never say never.

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THE LIST Art, theatre and a new gin festival COVER STORY Baby bliss for PR queen Fleur Madden RESTAURANT Taverna, Kingscliff FILM Nick Dent reviews A Star Is Born BEAUTY Best buys for Breast Cancer Awareness Month AT HOME A builder’s own abode INTERIORS Gilded luxury

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ON THE COVER Fleur Madden and her son Josiah, five months, Cover Story, P8.

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THE CHAT

Fighting words Brisbane boxer Faris Chevalier is on the lookout for a worthy opponent

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rench-born boxer Faris Chevalier is up for a fight.

The reigning Australian Super Middleweight Champion has not had a bout since September 2016 after several scheduled fights were cancelled for various reasons.

“It’s frustrating that fighters are avoiding me. At the end of the day, I only get better when I fight,’’ he says.

“I keep training because I’ve got the mindset that I have to stay ready. I welcome a challenge from any Australian boxer ranked in the top 10.’’

Faris, who has held the Australian title for three years, fell in love with Brisbane as soon as he moved to the city

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from France in 2010. “Australia is the nation where all the sport happens and I wanted to experience a different lifestyle. In Paris it rains all the time; it’s always grey. Here in Brisbane I can have an outdoor lifestyle. I initially moved to Sydney and Melbourne but I couldn’t handle the cold.’’

It was also in Brisbane where he found love with local girl Michelle Sacurom. The couple married and have children Amina, 2, Faris Junior, 1, and Omar, six months.

“I like to call myself a super daddy,’’ he jokes.

“My kids are half-Australian and half-French. My wife and kids are my biggest source of motivation. I’ll do anything for my tribe.’’

The 31-year-old has been boxing for more than 20 years, winning titles in France, but it was not until he came to Australia and won the national amateur title in 2011, that he turned professional. “I learnt to box because at school, sometimes things could be rough, and I needed to learn how to protect myself. My mum raised me on her own, so I was the man of the house and I knew I needed to be able to protect myself and to protect my family.”

When not training, Faris works as a personal trainer and boxing coach at Kangaroo Point’s FitazFK Gym. “I’m addicted to boxing and I like to share my passion.”

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Born to be my baby After years of heartbreak, PR queen Fleur Madden has realised her dream of motherhood with baby Josiah Hannah Davies

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eeing her cuddle little Josiah, it’s hard to imagine that Fleur Madden almost didn’t get the chance to be a mother. The cherubic five-month-old, happily blowing bubbles while perched on his mum’s hip, is testament to Fleur’s incredible strength and determination to have a child in the face of terrible odds.

Suffering miscarriage after miscarriage took its toll on the 38-year-old PR queen, but rather than sit back and wait to lose another baby, she took matters into her own hands.

Fleur, who is CEO of Brisbane’s award-winning Red Republic PR company with clients including Myer, Lorna Jane, Sass & Bide and Westfield, fell pregnant for the first time with her second husband, Zimbabwe-born accountant Jimmy Gwisai, 41, in August 2015.

Sadly, she lost the baby before the 12-week mark.

Initially putting their faith in doctors, the pair tried again

and again – sometimes using IVF and conceiving naturally at other times. Each time it wasn’t to be, though, and sadly Fleur and Jimmy suffered through a further three miscarriages.

“We were averaging two pregnancies a year,” Fleur explains. “Sometimes I don’t know how I did it and I can’t say I was positive the whole time, but you work with the hand you’re dealt. I never allowed my mind to go to a place where it wasn’t going to happen.

“I guess our issue has never been conceiving a baby – it was maintaining a pregnancy. Our babies were tested and they were never able to find anything wrong with them, so at that point we had to look at ourselves.”

Looking back on her journey, Fleur says she wants to encourage other women struggling to have a baby not to give up. Having also tried unsuccessfully for a child in her

first marriage 10 years ago, she came close to adopting a little boy from South Korea. but even that slipped through her fingers when she split from her husband and was told at that time single women couldn’t adopt.

“My message is that, really, you have to keep getting back in the ring and fighting when it’s fertility. You really do have to take matters into your own hands in terms of making sure you’ve done everything you can do.”

After her fourth miscarriage, Fleur started researching what could be wrong, which led her to discover various blood-clotting conditions that can cause miscarriage.

“When I told the doctor I wanted tests done for bloodclotting problems, I was literally told you won’t have it – you’d be one in a million. And I said to him, I’m always the one in a million so I want the testing done.”

Although her test came back negative, Fleur decided to

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My message is that, really, you have to keep getting back in the ring and fighting when it’s fertility … making sure you’ve done everything you can do have further grades of testing done in the UK at London’s Zita West Clinic, which specialises in fertility and specifically thrombophilia (blood-clotting conditions).

When Jimmy’s work took him to the UK, she went with him and visited the specialist centre, where more involved tests were carried out. Doctors then confirmed what Fleur had suspected and put her on a treatment plan to undertake if she fell pregnant again.

At that point, the couple, who live at Bulimba in Brisbane’s southeast, had decided to take a break and focus on their upcoming wedding in November 2017.

The couple, together since 2013 after being set up on a blind date by mutual friends, tied the knot at Fleur’s brother’s property at Gumdale in Brisbane’s east.

But in an unexpected twist, Fleur discovered she was pregnant before walking down the aisle. “My dress was designed by London designer Jenny Packham, and I was told it was not the dress to wear if I intended to be pregnant.

I said the chances of that were very slim,” Fleur laughs.

“The day Jimmy picked my dress up, we found out I was pregnant with Josiah. By some blessing they accidentally gave him a dress a size too big. Someone was smiling down on me.

“We had a beautiful marquee wedding. It was an intimate wedding with only 80 people, many of whom flew in from around the world. Having Josiah in attendance on the day made it even more joyful and special. I honestly felt all my dreams were coming true that day.”

Wedding plans aside, Fleur remained terrified that she would miscarry again, but was fortunate enough to find a doctor to treat her in Brisbane. She was put on a course of treatment to maintain the pregnancy – steroids and injections to thin the blood.

Fleur also endured extreme morning sickness (hyperemesis gravidarum) and gestational diabetes.

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Fleur Madden with baby Josiah and husband Jimmy Gwisai; at home with Josiah.

Pictures: First Echo Photography (opposite); and AAP/Ric Frearson

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FROM PREVIOUS PAGE It was an anxious time. “Until he was born I was nervous and on edge constantly,” she says.

“I was constantly ill, worried I was going to lose my baby. For us, pregnancy was about survival on every level – for me, for the baby.”

Finally, on May 3, 2018, baby Josiah arrived via caesarean section at Brisbane’s Mater Mothers’ Private Hospital.

“There were tears. When (Josiah) first came out, Jimmy said, ‘He looks just like you’, and then I saw him and said, ‘He does not; he looks just like you’. African genes are strong, I think.”

Fleur, who started her career as a journalist at The Sunday Mail before venturing into public relations, says being a career woman influenced her decision to push for testing.

“I’m very used to making stuff happen professionally and the thing with fertility is it’s so out of your control. It was a tough pregnancy, a tough conception, but if I hadn’t taken it upon myself to make sure that we had all the testing we needed to have done and really pushed all of the doctors that we saw, we wouldn’t have ended up with a baby.”

She credits her husband for giving her the strength to carry on.

“Jimmy was amazing. He’s a very solid and calm person. When you’re faced with such enormous challenges, it’s either going to bring you closer together or further apart, and we really proved how strong we were.”

As a CEO, Fleur is never completely on maternity leave, and Josiah was lucky enough to attend his first management meeting at just four weeks old. “I’m excited about the next chapter as a mum and a businesswoman; however, I know the struggle is real.

Faced with such enormous challenges, it’s either going to bring you closer together or further apart “Since I’ve become a mum, I am certainly more selective with where I focus my energies work wise and what projects I take on.”

The couple aren’t sure if they will have more children, but for Fleur pregnancy is no longer something she can’t do.

“I think I could do it again because Josiah is such a delight and it was all worth it. But in saying that, I am 38, so if this is it and Josiah is what we have, we are immeasurably blessed.

“We feel so much gratitude and so blessed, and nothing is too much trouble.

“We both get up in the middle of the night, we both race to him for everything because we know we may never have had him.”

THREE’S COMPANY ... Fleur Madden had baby Josiah on board when she wed Jimmy Gwisai. Picture: Tennille Fink Photography

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Up and away With cheeky inflated messages designed to get a laugh, Kady Capewell’s gift balloons have seriously good intent KADY CAPEWELL, 31 FOUNDER, FANCY SCHMANCY BALLOON CO WHAT’S NEW WITH YOU? We are continually working on new ranges and greetings for our boxed balloons.

And for the installation events side of the business, we’ve even started to book Christmas parties. Eek. WHY BALLOONS? I love that balloons can be gifted to everyone. I always struggled with gifts for the males in my life and a balloon can definitely fill that gap. The option of creating a custom message can also help set the tone for the gift.

WHERE DID THE IDEA SPRING FROM? It was always something I wanted to do but didn’t have the time. While on maternity leave (with daughter Ace, now 19 months), – I finally started to bring my ideas

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together. I was diagnosed with postnatal depression and my creative brain struggled with mummy duties. Each day I took a few minutes to research products, create my branding and order supplies until I was ready to hit go. This is the reasoning behind donating $2 a box to PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia).

WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR FUNNIER BALLOON MESSAGES? “My thoughts are with your lady parts.”

After having Ace and experiencing child birth – ouch. Mumma needs some credit!

The “I’m so glad I got drunk and went home with you” balloon is popular for Valentine’s Day. And “Look who’s all grown up and ready for a colonoscopy” – this was a custom order we loved so much we asked to add it to the range.

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FOOD + DRINK

Smashing plates Kingscliff’s Taverna mixes Greek eats with a global drinks list RESTAURANT Tony Harper The collective allure of coastal, northern New South Wales and its restaurants just keeps on keeping on. Sometime early last year, Taverna added its Greek-inspired, not-quite-oceanfront experience to Kingscliff’s already vibrant scene.

It looks the part from the outside – an old, vaguely deco-style stone and stucco building, suitably white with pale blue trim; bar to one side, restaurant to the other.

A road, park and line of trees separate Taverna from the beach, but that’s about it.

The view is lovely, even if there are more dramatically oceanfront places to be found.

Inside is even better – a gorgeously ramshackle beach cottage meets restaurant, lots of white, lots of wood, bentwood chairs.

Plus you get tablecloths, linen napkins and decent stemware. It’s beachy-casual with manners.

If you are a gin lover you’ll have a heap of fun with the drinks list – there are plenty on offer from all parts of the globe, with a handful of rather thoughtful, mixed versions. Plus cocktails, beers (some craft, a couple of Greek, a couple of mainstream) and a small but tailored collection of wines.

Of those, there are a handful of Greeks (good wines, not retsina) then mostly Australian and New Zealand labels, with the occasional French and Austrian thrown into the mix. It’s keenly priced.

The Taverna kitchen has a light touch, melding Greek inspiration with loads of fresh, when possible local, produce and a dose of imagination. Halloumi, for example, is sourced from Byron Bay and comes as a

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TAVERNA 22 Marine Pde, Kingscliff Ph: (02) 6674 8762 Chef: Lia Wilson Lunch, Sat & Sun; Dinner, Thu-Sun Eftpos and major credit cards Vegetarian and gluten-free options. On-street parking

LIGHT HOUSE … Taverna has lovely coastal views and serves tasty fare such as lamb shank with pickled zucchini.

solid rectangle half an inch thick, drizzled with honey and grilled ($13): it’s light, soft and tasty. And ‘Greek Style’ tartare ($19) – delightful and traditionally plated with crostini and a raw egg yolk.

An abundance of vegetables is used creatively: cauliflower and pea falafel with raw broccoli tabouli and fermented cabbage ($19.50); beetroot polenta, broadbean and mint hummus ($17); a simple, elegant dish of whole truss tomatoes with feta and garlic ($10); and plenty more.

Of the heartier meat dishes, poached chicken breast is the killer ($32.50). The meat, perfectly poached, sits in a pool of avgolemono (lemon and egg soup) with native citrus and lemon myrtle woven in.

A sprinkling of edible petals dresses it up.

There’s also a decent lamb shank with pickled zucchini and smoked yoghurt ($40).

It doesn’t quite reach the sticky, melted sinew, collapse-with-the-touch-of-a-fork kind of state that can make shanks wonderful, but it’s still good.

SCORES OUT OF 10 Food: 8 Drinks: 7.5 Vibe: 9 Service: 8

Three clever desserts ($18.50 each, like dark chocolate pot with berries and Persian floss, or burnt honey brulee, figs, macadamia and saffron biscotti), plus cheese and a sorbet trio round out the menu.

There’s plenty to like about Taverna in terms of both food and the stuff beyond.

Much of its allure lies with the elegantly rustic surrounds: they raise expectations and make you want to attempt a foreign gin and immerse yourself in a Kingscliff-meetsSantorini dining experience.

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RECIPE

Bright bite A side salad can be so much more than a humble table filler, says Jamie Oliver Years ago, when I first learnt to appreciate the way Italians use fruit in salads, it changed my concept of a salad for good.

It took it from a wimpy side dish to a true gastronomic experience. This recipe is about celebrating textures and brightness, and I think you’ll love it. You could also swap in other seasonal stone fruit.

GRILLED APRICOT SALAD, FLOWERING THYME, MOZZARELLA, PINK PEPPERCORNS & PROSCIUTTO INGREDIENTS 8 ripe apricots 8 sprigs of fresh thyme, ideally the flowering kind olive oil 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar extra virgin olive oil 1 big pinch of pink peppercorns

½ a red onion 2 large handfuls of salad leaves, such as escarole, Castelfranco, wild rocket 4 slices of higher welfare prosciutto 125g ball of mozzarella cheese zest of 1 lemon

METHOD Put a griddle pan on a high heat. Halve and destone the apricots then, on a platter, toss with half the thyme sprigs and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Place the dressed fruit cut side down on the hot griddle for 6 minutes, or until charred and caramelised, turning halfway. Meanwhile, pour the vinegar on to the platter with 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil.

Crush and crumble the pink peppercorns over the platter, then peel, very finely slice and sprinkle over the onion, giving it a little mix in the dressing to lightly pickle it.

Pick through your salad leaves, tearing or slicing the larger ones. Add to the platter and gently toss together, then season to perfection. Tear the prosciutto and drape it over in waves. Gently tear open the mozzarella, season with sea salt, black pepper, a fine grating of lemon zest and a few drips of extra virgin olive oil, then tear over the salad.

Place your grilled apricots in and around the salad, sprinkling over any crispy thyme leaves and the remaining leaves and flowers. Drizzle with a tiny bit more extra virgin olive oil, then serve. Serves 4

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Director: Bradley Cooper Jack realises that Ally isn’t just a fantastic singer – she Starring: Lady Gaga, Bradley Cooper, Sam Elliott, Andrew Dice Clay can write songs. But as her career takes off and she is taken under the wing of a controlling manager (Rafi Gavron), Bradley Cooper has aimed for the stratosphere with his Jack clashes with his own manager, his older brother Bobby debut film as a director, retelling one of American (Elliott), and starts to veer off the rails. entertainment’s favourite stories about itself.

We always knew Gaga was a stunning pop singer, but A Star Is Born started out in 1937 as the story of widewho knew she could give such a convincing, down-to-earth eyed country girl (Janet Gaynor) who tries her luck in acting performance? Her chemistry with Cooper is sublime; Hollywood and catches the eye of an alcoholic star (Fredric they seem to connect on every level. As for Cooper, who March), who engineers her big break just as his own career knew he could sing? He disappears completely into the starts to nosedive. A cautionary tale on what has to be character of the grizzled rocker, and you’d never suspect he sacrificed in order for fame to thrive, it was reimagined as a had to learn to play guitar for this role. musical in 1954 with Judy Garland and then Barbra Gaga’s casting is a stroke of genius. Just like Garland and Streisand had a crack at it in 1976.

Streisand before her, she invents her own vision of stardom.

It’s Streisand’s version to which Cooper adheres, casting The film feeds into her personal mythology like it was himself in the Kris Kristofferson role of a country-rock meant to be. Which, for a story that’s been done three times singer battling personal demons. His character, Jackson before, is no little thing.

Maine, discovers restaurant worker Ally (Gaga) when she’s NICK DENT

British fashion icon Vivienne Westwood proves to be a reluctant interview subject, with director Lorna Tucker tackling her leading lady’s prickly eccentricity head on in the opening sequence of this off-the-hanger documentary.

Sitting in a plush velvet chair, clad simply in black, an exasperated Westwood admonishes Tucker for her interruptions. In a series of jump-cut vignettes that get the film off to a cracking start, Westwood dismisses questions about her childhood as “boring”. She “can’t be bothered” talking about the Sex Pistols, either.

What follows is a conventional biography that interweaves interviews and archival material with contemporary behindthe-scenes footage. Still, Westwood is too radical a character for Westwood: Punk, Icon, Activist to be without interest.

She and Malcolm McLaren moved into a council flat in Clapham in the late ’60s, where they had a son, Joe Corre.

Universally recognised as one of the architects of ’70s punk fashion, Westwood designed clothes for the couple’s boutique in Kings Rd, as well as McLaren’s band, the Sex Pistols.

Westwood’s much-younger second husband, Andreas Kronthaler, is the film’s most expansive interviewee. Candid behind-the-scenes footage shows them working closely together. But Westwood proves an elusive subject and this documentary provides few real insights.

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Leap of faith A thriller that highlights Queensland’s coral reefs combines virtual reality with live performance Frogman is not like any show Georgina Strawson has ever featured in and it will be a deep dive for audiences, too.

The coming-of-age thriller is set on Queensland’s Great Barrier Reef, and by strapping on a pair of virtual reality goggles, audiences will be right there with the fish.

By fusing a live solo performance by Georgina with the 360-degree virtual reality film, Frogman blurs the line between reality and fiction, the physical and the virtual.

“This is a hybrid form of entertainment for people who like film and theatre,” she says. “It’s a new experience. It’s quite televisual, dramatic and you feel so much intimacy, which helps you get absorbed in the story. The film is totally immersive so you feel like you are diving in the coral, rather than observing it. When you look up, you might see the top of the ocean or you might see other swimmers.’’

Developed by British theatre company curious directive, Frogman will be featured as part of the Brisbane International Film Festival at Brisbane Powerhouse.

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“The initial thread of the idea started in Brisbane with the issue of coral and climate change,” Georgina says.

“It is a tribute to the coral because we are not sure how much longer they will survive.

“It’s lovely to be bringing the film home.

I hope the audiences in Brisbane like it as much as the audiences in the UK.” Georgina plays Queensland coral scientist Meera (complete with a Queensland twang), who is at the centre of a cold case involving the disappearance in 1995 of school friend Ashleigh, when Meera was 11 years old.

The virtual reality film features flashbacks of a young Meera and her friends, and covers crucial events from the past. The children are played by four Brisbane actors.

“In the film you see what happened when the incident occurred and then you meet the older version of Meera,’’ she says.

The London-based actor is best known for her role as Rosamund Calendar in the BBC children’s TV show Hetty Feather.

DEEP DIVE … Georgina Strawson (below) will perform in Frogman.

“I love acting because I love becoming someone else; I love learning about history.

“From doing Frogman I’ve learnt so much about the biogenetics of new corals and how scientists are saving them.’’

Georgina’s top travel wish in Australia is to fly over the Great Barrier Reef. “I’m desperate to see the reef and I want to fly over the Whitsundays in a Sierra plane.’’

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Royal affairs Susanna de Vries reveals new secrets about Princess Diana in her latest book about Britain’s House of Windsor Fiona Purdon Age has not wearied irrepressible author Susanna de Vries.

At 82, she has just released her latest book, Royal Marriages: Diana, Camilla, Kate & Meghan and the Princesses Who Did Not Live Happily Ever After ($39.95, Pirgos Press). It’s a companion piece to Susanna’s Royal Mistresses (2012) and the 20th book by the Chapel Hill resident who is now busy writing her memoir. “I’ve had a colourful life,” she says.

“Writing now for me is a comfort, and I’m getting a great comfort from writing my memoir.”

English-born Susanna has drawn on information, especially about Princess Diana, from wellconnected friends from her years attending the prestigious St George’s School in Ascot,

England. Susanna was a boarder at St George’s after her Kent family home was bombed during World War II, and her family lived in an Ascot hotel for four years.

Susanna also gained invaluable insights about Diana’s anxiety, depression and bulimia nervosa from colleagues of her first husband Dr Larry Evans, a University of Queensland professor of psychiatry. Susanna and Larry moved to Queensland in 1975 for career opportunities.

“I knew a lot about Diana’s bulimia ... Before I shuffle off I feel a lot of things ought to be said,’’ she says. “People love reading about Diana. Through school friends I also became friends with Lady Elsa Bowker, who was a confidante of Princess Diana.’’

Susanna, who has an OAM for services to literature, began Royal

Marriages four years ago as a panacea for the grief she experienced while nursing her beloved second husband, Brisbane architect Jake de Vries, who died of bone marrow cancer in 2015.

They were married for 30 years.

“Jake believed that creativity was the most important thing in the world. He designed all my books and covers.’’

A trained linguist, Susanna met Jake in 1984 before embarking on her writing career in 1987.

“I was thought odd because I wanted to go to university,” she says. “In those days most women were supposed to be debutantes and we were to dance our way to marrying eligible men.’’

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BREAST IMAGING: WHY QUALITY MATTERS

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AT HOME

Perfect world Luxury house builder Rob Gray turned into his own worst client in creating his ideal family home Tonya Turner

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His company, Graya Construction, has built swanky residences for clients including Brisbane Broncos captain Darius Boyd, former Wallabies captain Stephen Moore, and star couple model Laura Dundovic and Queensland Reds player Quade Cooper since bursting onto the property scene five years ago.

But Rob, 29, describes building a family house in Paddington for himself and wife Meghan Gray, 26, as 10 times harder than anything he’s ever worked on.

“I was so fussy with every detail. I turned into that horror client,” he says.

“I wanted everything to be different to what we had built before, so dealing with a lot of details and finishes for the first time made it quite tricky.”

Living in the original cottage while renovating also presented some challenges.

“Every routine we had in our lives had stopped. All our clothes and belongings were full of dust and spread across five different locations. We were both fairly rundown by the end,” Meghan says.

It was a huge relief when two years after purchasing the property in May 2016, their new home was complete.

“The first month felt like we were in a hotel and then it sunk in. We are over the moon how lucky we are to live in such an amazing home,” Meghan says.

Named The Russet House for its reddish-purple and copper tones, the four-level home designed by architect Tim Stewart includes five bedrooms, four bathrooms, multiple living areas, butler’s pantry, fireplace and sauna.

Concrete, brick, copper and steel materials dominate and, in hindsight, Rob and Meghan wish they had played up those textures even more.

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Rob broke his number one rule when designing houses to never put a master bedroom on the ground level.

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LAST WORD

Phil Brown When I feel it’s time for people to leave, I go into the bedroom and put the dressing gown on over my clothes. Most people seem to get the message We’ve been going through our wardrobes recently doing a spring clean. Which has just proved to me that we have more clothes than we need.

But how to decide what to throw out? I vacillated quite a bit with certain items. I have a purple jumper I never wear. I held it up to my wife and said, “Have you ever seen me wearing this?”

She shook her head. So out it went.

I mean, if you haven’t worn something in the past couple of years, you really don’t need it.

There was an old sweatshirt, too, that I kind of liked but I have only worn once in the past year, and that was to bed on a very cold evening. So it went in the Vinnies bag, too.

This is liberating stuff, right?

It’s quite relaxing to just put on some music, open the cupboards and the drawers, and start rummaging.

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need that much. I could get through most of my life wearing my black slacks, black Lacoste polo shirt and a camel-coloured or light blue sports jacket.

Having good sports jackets to mix and match is de rigueur, I feel. And when you get a good one, hold on to it.

As much as I like chucking out stuff, there are some things I simply cannot part with. Like my black merino wool turtlenecks. I had two of them and have worn them these past 10 winters and they have served me well.

But one of them had worn paper thin and my elbow was trying to get out through an increasingly large hole that was beyond darning.

So out it went recently, with a few sniffles. It was an emotional moment.

But I still have one. For now.

My favourite sports jacket is now 20 years old and I simply cannot bear to part with it. I have had it relined and mended, and have had new buttons

sewn on. It’s Italian and features a houndstooth pattern and I have worn it year in, year out. Has anyone noticed?

Never mind. I love it.

My tartan dressing gown is even older. I bought it at David Jones in Melbourne in 1993 and it gets me through winter quite nicely and is still in remarkably good shape.

I would wear it to work if I could.

It comes in handy whenever we have gatherings at home, which is, thankfully, not that often.

What happens is that when I feel it’s time for people to leave, I go into the bedroom and put the dressing gown on over my clothes and reappear. Most people seem to get the message.

If they haven’t quite twigged, I go into the bathroom and then reappear brushing my teeth, as if to say: Are you people leaving now or what? I then farewell them with my standard line.

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high on hill Stylish and spacious Queenslander lifestyle awaits Perched on a corner block on the hills of Paddington, this Hamptons-inspired residence is stylish and spacious.

Set over two levels, the white timber facade evokes a feeling of relaxed Queensland living.

Entering from the street level, a stone stairway leads up to the white timber fence and gate which leads to a paved balcony.

Inside, the ground floor includes an open-plan dining, living and kitchen.

The kitchen is a statement in itself.

Positioned in the centre of the ground

floor, it includes ample cabinetry and bench space in neutral tones, a Bora gas and induction cooktop, downdraft cooking system, and two integrated dishwashers along with a walk-in butler’s pantry and breakfast bar.

The living room extends to an outdoor entertaining which overlooks established gardens with trees and shrubs and an inground pool.

Back inside the residence, the layout of the ground floor also includes a laundry, a bathroom storage cupboard and double garage.

Upstairs, the property features five bedrooms, including the main bedroom which includes a deluxe ensuite with

PADDINGTON 45 Hayward St Land: 404sq m Inspect: By appointment Agent: Christine Rudolph, Ray White New Farm; ph: 0413 488 620 or 0400 943 984 Auction: On site, November 3, 11am

double vanity and double shower and a walk-in wardrobe.

A second bedroom also features an ensuite while the remaining three bedrooms are serviced by the main bathroom. The bathrooms are styled with a combination of neutral-coloured cabinetry and brass tapware.

The upper level has been transformed from the original workers’ cottage with the addition of a wide, wraparound veranda which provides views of the neighbourhood. On both levels, attention to detail is evident, with high end finishes including basket weave French oak floors, stone, and eco brass tapware.

A true hinterland hideaway, this incredible property encompasses 43,700m2 of serene bushland with exclusivity and privacy at its forefront.

20 minutes to CBD

40 minutes to Gold Coast

HIDEAWAY SPRINGWOOD

190 Dennis Road

Hidden amongst 43,700m2 of serene bushland, this hinterland hideaway is of resort-style grandeur.

The property offers a separate guest retreat, in-ground swimming pool, full sized tennis court, a grass paddock and horse stable, all of which is accessible by your own golf buggy. Separate yet flowing living areas integrate formal and casual spaces, inviting relaxed living and entertaining across all scales. A truly rare opportunity, positioned only 20 minutes from Brisbane’s CBD and 40 minutes from the Gold Coast.

7 BED 5 BATH 6 CAR +POOL +TENNIS

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AUCTION Thurs 1 Nov at 6:30pm Place Auction Rooms, 33 Lytton Rd, East Brisbane INSPECT Sat 3 – 3:30pm & Tues 5 – 6pm

SARAH HACKETT 0488 355 553 OWEN CHEN 0413 081 780 PLC-OP4652_BN_A

BESPOKE ROCHEDALE

103-105 Major Drive

At only 15 minutes from the CBD, this property is for sale for the first time by its only owner. Framed by manicured landscaped gardens and featuring lush lawns and a resort-style pool, this residence is perfectly positioned to enjoy Queensland living. The five bedrooms are serviced by five bathrooms, while the flowing floor plan provides so much room for the family with multiple separate living areas.

A gymnasium with sauna, 600 bottle wine cellar and water tanks complete this property.

5+ BED 5 BATH 4+ CAR +POOL

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TENDER Closing 4pm Thurs 15 Nov INSPECT Wed 6 – 6:30pm & Sat 10 – 10:30am

SARAH HACKETT 0488 355 553 OWEN CHEN 0413 081 780 PLC-OP4652_BN_B

LAST CHANCE

HAWTHORNE

24 Aaron Avenue

This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to acquire 596m2 of absolute riverfront land in one of Brisbane’s most desirable river avenues. Perfectly positioned with services already connected, this site offers extensive River Reach views from Teneriffe to the Story Bridge, the glittering lights of Brisbane City and beyond. Tree-lined Aaron Avenue is a peaceful and private address, ideal for those seeking Brisbane’s ultimate riverfront lifestyle. Cleared and ready to build your dream, this offers endless possibilities.

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SARAH HACKETT 0488 355 553

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EXCEPTIONAL TENERIFFE

404/88 Macquarie Street (Dakota North)

Historic Brisbane meets modern style in this beautifully renovated apartment on the top floor of the coveted Dakota Woolstore building whilst capturing a perfect north-east aspect and river views. Savvy design abounds across a split-level loft layout that combines original brickwork, hardwood floors and a home office to offer an engaging space with bold style. Residents also have access to a gym, pool and sauna facilities. Teneriffe’s best is steps away, including the nearby river-walk, Gasworks and James Street.

3 BED 2 BATH 2 CAR

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AUCTION Thurs 25 Oct at 6pm Place, 291 Shafston Avenue, Kangaroo Point INSPECT Sat 11 – 11:30am & Wed 5:30 – 6pm

JUDY GOODGER 0438 767 377 MATTHEW FOOTE 0400 107 707 PLC-OP4652_BN_D

MILESTONE SOUTH BRISBANE

13 Edmonstone Street

Do not be fooled by the traditional facade, this grand lady is smart-wired to the max! Situated in an incredibly central location in South Brisbane, within walking distance of Brisbane State High School, Somerville House, West End Primary School, Griffith University and the Conservatorium of Music; the Mater Private Hospital and Lady Cilento Children’s Hospital, a short walk to the city and the amenities of both South Bank and West End restaurant and café precincts, this property is in the thick of it all.

4 BED 2 BATH 1 CAR

AUCTION Thurs 1 Nov at 6pm Place Auction Rooms, 33 Lytton Rd, East Brisbane INSPECT Wed 6 – 6:30pm & Sat 2 – 2:30pm

DEB MAGUIRE 0427 246 279

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OPPORTUNITY EAST BRISBANE

3 Geelong Street

Your opportunity to acquire a secure investment in a highly desirable inner-city location. Situated on a flat 890m2 block, this solid brick building encompasses 10 units with a mix of 3 bedroom, 2 bedroom and studio sized apartments with lock up garages. Most of the units are recently renovated with long term tenants providing a steady income of approx. $187,000 per annum. Less than 2km to the Brisbane CBD, this provides an investor an entry point into the Brisbane market or opportunity to add to an existing portfolio.

26 BED 10 BATH 9 CAR

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AUCTION Thurs 18 Oct at 6pm Place Auction Rooms, 33 Lytton Rd, East Brisbane INSPECT By appointment

SIMON CAULFIELD 0437 935 912 COURTNEY MAGUIRE 0401 031 668 PLC-OP4652_BN_F

RIVERFRONT Kangaroo Point

2/30 O’Connell Street

Showcasing spectacular views of both reaches of the river, from Norman Park to the Howard Smith Wharves in New Farm, this multi level villa is truly one of a kind. Convenient access from the double lock up garage just steps to the entry level of the villa, with a separate dining kitchen area.

An eastern aspect to the river, multiple living zones on each level and private riverfront courtyard perfect for riverside entertaining.

4 BED 3 BATH 2 CAR +POOL +TENNIS

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AUCTION Thurs 18 Oct 6pm Place Auction Rooms, 33 Lytton Rd, East Brisbane INSPECT By appointment

SIMON CAULFIELD 0437 935 912 COURTNEY MAGUIRE 0401 031 668 PLC-OP4652_BN_G

INFINITE PADDINGTON

136A Enoggera Terrace

Opening to reveal a vast and open floorplan with explosive city views from every level, this home is a bold statement of modern living. Master planned for entertaining the property boasts panoramic bi-fold doors that allow for the complete integration of indoor and outdoor living areas, a fully equipped chef’s kitchen complete with Gaggenau appliances, outdoor BBQ and bar areas, two fireplaces and a 10m long swimming pool. With spectacular scale and an unparalleled quality of finish, this breathtaking home raises the bar for luxury, inner-city living.

5 BED 4 BATH 2 CAR +POOL

AUCTION Sat 20 Oct at 10am, On-site INSPECT Sat 12 – 12:30pm & Thurs 6 – 6:30pm

SIMON WHEELANS 0417 799 963

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CAMP HILL

46 Newman Avenue

Set across two levels, this four bedroom residence embodies premium living on 450m2. The interior features an incredibly vast, open plan layout, high quality fixtures and fittings throughout and a spacious elevated enter taining deck with city views. Built to maximise space and comfort, this property has been elegantly designed for families. With a highly sought-after Camp Hill address placed amongst quality homes and incredible street appeal, this opportunity won’t last long.

4 BED 3 BATH 2 CAR +POOL +STUDY

BULIMBA

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AUCTION Sat 27 Oct at 10am, On-site INSPECT Sat 10 – 10:30am & 1 – 1:30pm Tues 6 – 6:30pm

JOANNA GIANNIOTIS 0433 168 761 ANDREW BRADLEY 0410 490 039

31 Brisbane Street

With a history dating back to over a century ago, there is a story to be told regarding each and every aspect of this charming character home turned architecturally designed marvel. Having undergone a major renovation, this residence offers a lifestyle like no other. With a priority placed on open spaces and independent dual living, it is the ultimate family home that is also an entertainer’s dream.

Situated perfectly in Bulimba, this is a rare opportunity you simply do not want to miss.

5 BED 4 BATH 3 CAR +POOL +GYM

AUCTION Sat 3 Nov at 10am, On-site INSPECT Wed 6 – 6:30pm Sat 11 – 11:30am & 3 – 3:30pm

JOANNA GIANNIOTIS 0433 168 761

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BRISBANE CITY

2401/132 Alice Street

Offering a sweeping vista that starts with the Botanic Gardens and extends across the river and beyond, this three bedroom sub penthouse apartment in the highly coveted Quay West building embodies easy living in the heart of the CBD. It is one of only three apartments on the floor and occupies the entire north east corner of the building. With separation between all bedrooms, floor to ceiling windows and a wraparound balcony, this is your opportunity to secure a beautiful sub penthouse in the CBD.

3 BED 2 BATH 2 CAR +POOL

PADDINGTON

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INSPECT Sat 1 – 1:30pm

SIMON CAULFIELD 0437 935 912 COURTNEY MAGUIRE 0401 031 668

23 Collingwood Street

This lovingly maintained Queenslander on 565m2 is perfectly located within walking distance of the Given and Latrobe Terrace café and antique precincts with close proximity to public transport links. It sits within the Ithaca Creek State School and Kelvin Grove State High School catchments, close to QACI, Brisbane Grammar Schools, All Hallows and UQ. Combining traditional features with contemporary upgrades, this family home offers an abundance of space both indoors and out for the family to live, entertain and grow.

4 BED 3 BATH 2 CAR

AUCTION Thurs 25 Oct at 6pm Place, 291 Shafston Ave, Kangaroo Point

AUCTION Thurs 25 Oct at 6pm Place, 291 Shaftston Avenue, Kangaroo Point INSPECT Thurs 5:30 – 6pm & Sat 12:30 – 1pm

DEB MAGUIRE 0427 246 279

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BULIMBA

25 Duke Street

This beautiful character residence with city views across 1012m 2 is positioned at a prestigious Bulimba address. Offered to the market for the first time in over 20 years, this traditional residence is over 100 years old and is reserved for buyers with discerning standards and an eye for beauty.

Tucked away from the road, this character centrepiece strikes the perfect balance of old-world charm and modern sophistication.

4 BED 1+ BATH 2+ CAR

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AUCTION Sat 3 Nov at 12pm, On-site INSPECT Sat 11:30 – 12pm

CATHY RICHARDS 0417 706 498

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18 Stevenson Street

This truly breathtaking custom built Hamptons style family home has been architecturally designed and built by award-winning Brisbane builders, providing expert craftsmanship and high quality finishes throughout. The home exudes contemporary charm, balanced with classic appeal and has been designed with family living in mind. The ground level encompasses an open plan layout which seamlessly flows through to the child friendly backyard, whilst the upper level accommodates the bedrooms complete with a rumpus/teenagers retreat, providing separate living zones and privacy.

5 BED 3 BATH 2 CAR +POOL

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FOR SALE INSPECT Sat 12 – 12:30pm

MATTHEW JABS 0422 294 272 ROSS ARMSTRONG 0409 299 653 PLC-OP4652_BN_K

NEW FARM

209 James Street

This modern residence encapsulates everything the inner city is about. Relish the ease of living that comes with this free-flowing, two-level design. A combined living and dining area merges with the designer kitchen and opens via concertina doors to swathing rear and side entertaining patios. Other outstanding features include a media room, study nook, separate studio, built-in BBQ, pool, and outdoor projection system. All of this on popular James Street, with easy access to the spoils of New Farm, Teneriffe, Fortitude Valley and the CBD.

5 BED 3 BATH 3 CAR +POOL

ST LUCIA

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FOR SALE INSPECT Sat 12 – 12:30pm

JUDY GOODGER 0438 767 377 AARON WOOLARD 0421 145 386

20 Mervyn Grove

Unique and inspiring, this commanding residence will impress and excite your senses. Bursting with architectural individuality, standing tall and proud, this one of a kind home enjoys a supremely private address, in an elite precinct consistently sought after for its exclusivity and further complemented by a symphony of features and finishes throughout. With parks, schools, transport and the University of Queensland just moments away, this residence is perfect for those seeking the rare and the beautiful.

5 BED 4+ BATH 4+ CAR +POOL

AUCTION Sat 3 Nov at 10am, On-site INSPECT Sat 12 – 12:45pm

MICHAEL FORD 0438 424 521

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CHELMER

17 Twickenham Street

Flawlessly designed with architectural innovation, this sprawling residence showcases a flowing layout across two levels. The kitchen flows to a dining and living zone, with access to an entertainer’s patio, pool and gazebo. A media room, powder room and laundry as well as a double garage with internal access. The four bedrooms are accommodated on the upper level, thoughtfully separated by a rumpus room with deck. Set in a prestigious enclave of Chelmer, this impressive family design offers key proximity to a variety of quality schools as well as public transport.

4 BED 4 BATH 2 CAR +POOL +SPA

AUCTION Sat 3 Nov at 4pm, On-site INSPECT Sat 12:30 – 1pm

ANN-KARYN FRASER 0419 708 094

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is an active member of your local inner city community, living and working in the New Farm Peninsula. When he’s not walking his dog through Brisbane’s cosmopolitan neighbourhoods, Aaron is delving into the area’s booming café and restaurant culture.

This intimate insider perspective has allowed Aaron to master the art of selling this prized pocket of Brisbane.

OVER 90 PROPERTIES SOLD IN THE NEW FARM PENINSULA IN THE LAST 12 MONTHS Whether you’re thinking of buying your next home, selling your existing property or investing in something

special, Aaron should be the first call you make.

Aaron Woolard aaronwoolard@eplace.com.au 0421 145 386 PLC-OP4652_BN_M

Riverfront Resort-Style Living-1752m2

SERENE RIVERFRONT RESORT-STYLE LIVING - 1752M2

27 Sutton Street, CHELMER

Escape to your very own oasis at this absolute riverfront residence located on an incredibly rare double block measuring 1752m2 (on two lots) with 34m of river frontage, an immaculate full-size championship tennis court, large pool, impressive outdoor entertaining spaces, separate cabana-style studio and 12m pontoon with jetty in the prestigious, family-friendly suburb of Chelmer.

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Jason Adcock 0418 727 788

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Absolute Riverfront Home - 1091m2

MODERN ABSOLUTE RIVERFRONT HOME - 1091M2

31 Ivy Street, INDOOROOPILLY

With its absolute riverfront position on a quiet street, this impressive modern residence is located on a 1091m2 allotment on one of the best streets in Indooroopilly just 6km from the Brisbane CBD. Surrounded by prestige riverfront homes and moments from St Peters Lutheran College, Brisbane Boys College, University of Queensland, Indooroopilly Shopping Centre, restaurants, cinemas, public transport and parklands.

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Jason Adcock 0418 727 788

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Near City Family Retreat - 10,130m2

NEAR CITY FAMILY RETREAT WITH TENNIS COURT - 10,130M2

45 Tristania Rd, CHAPEL HILL

Located in a beautiful family-friendly neighbourhood in Chapel Hill´s best street on 10,130m2 of landscaped grounds with a creek, pool, tennis court, pool house, multiple living/entertaining areas and gourmet kitchen with butler´s pantry, this charming modern family home fully renovated 10 years ago offers a wonderful escape to your own private sanctuary just 8km from the Brisbane CBD.

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Jason Adcock 0418 727 788

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Riverfront with Tennis Court & Pontoon

ABSOLUTE RIVERFRONT WITH TENNIS COURT & PONTOON

29 Neulans Rd, INDOOROOPILLY

A landscaped and very private absolute riverfront 2929m2 block in one of Indooroopilly´s most acclaimed prestige streets, provides the ultimate platform for this expansive, executive-style home that boasts an exceptional 180 degree panorama along two vast reaches of water. Incorporating a tennis court and pontoon, the property promotes the feeling of an exclusive estate with immaculate, timeless styling of the entire offering.

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Jason Adcock 0418 727 788

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Innovative approach This two-storey house has been innovatively designed to combine a Japanese Minka house style with contemporary luxuries. The outdoor and indoor living environments pair with rich natural finishes.

A gardened stone pathway precedes the ground-floor entry, which reveals exposed concrete floors and ceilings, neutral tones, sliding glass walls and internal gardens interspersed throughout.

A study sits next to a laundry and powder room, while the nearby double garage has a clothes line, storage area and workshop.

The central living room is framed by two outdoor patios and connects seamlessly to the dining room and a kitchen with Miele appliances, integrated Fisher & Paykel dishwasher, stone benchtops, ample cabinetry and a kitchen island. Outside, a patio overlooks established gardens and pool.

A floating staircase winds upstairs over an internal garden, leading to the four bedrooms on the first floor, which are connected by a timber-floored breezeway with sliding glass doors to a balcony. Three

bedrooms feature built-in wardrobes and balconies. They share a modern bathroom with open rain shower and freestanding bath. A rumpus room with street-facing balcony also sits at this end.

The main bedroom resides at the other end, complete with floor-to-ceiling glass doors, private balcony, two built-in wardrobes, carpet and adjoining multipurpose room. The ensuite has a double vanity, floor-to-ceiling cabinetry and a rain shower.

BARDON 67 Beatrice St Land: 405sq m Inspect: By appointment Agent: Emily Rogers, Position Property; ph: 3325 7800 or 0407 877 657 Price: $1.95 million

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Hamilton 9104/50 Parkside Circuit Reach Out And Touch The River Exclusive Hamilton riverfront address

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Nationally Award winning building with only 34 apartments, stunning and unique architectural design

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Location closeness but like a weekender!

Amazing kitchen with top range appliances

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LJ Hooker Brett Greensill 0410 506 695 LJ Hooker

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Renovaré Yeronga is a stunning eco-friendly development encompassing five architecturally inspired buildings.

This 1.6 hectare oasis that you’ll get to call home organically connects with the beautiful surrounding parkland.

Renovaré has achieved a five leaf rating of sustainability which highlights the features and positive impact on the environment and community.

1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Apartments - now complete

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Natural beauty A blend of mid-century architecture and contemporary finishes contribute to this property’s charm and distinctiveness.

Built in 1971, the split-level family house has been lived in and loved by three generations, after the eldest of five children, Lisa Harkin, purchased the property from her parents with her husband Shane and together raised their own four children.

“There’s been a lot of love in this home,” Lisa says.

“We’ve often likened it to The Brady Bunch house; it’s where we made sandpits and bush cubbies, where we learned to ride motor bikes and cook and paint…it has seen five generations of family all sitting under one roof – it’s full of fond memories.”

The couple have modernised the house over the last 20 years, ripping up oncefashionable shaggy carpets to reveal beautiful hardwood floors, swapping wallpaper for pristine white walls, and renovating the kitchen and bathrooms.

Light-filled living and meals areas in the property feature soaring ceilings and exposed white brick walls, while glass

doors open to a covered deck overlooking lush bushland.

There’s an abundance of wildlife in the area, including rainbow lorikeets, kookaburras and king parrots.

The kitchen boasts a Calcutta marble island breakfast bar opposite an integrated stainless steel benchtop.

Also on the upper level are a study, nursery, formal lounge room, and the main bedroom which has an ensuite and a walkin wardrobe.

THE GAP 43 Mt Nebo Rd Land: 2467sq m Inspect: Thursday (Oct 18), 5.30-6pm; Saturday (Oct 20), 10-11am Agent: Paul Hughes, LJ Hooker Paddington; ph: 1300 966 988 or 0450 605 375 Auction: On site, October 27, 10am

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6 Emerson Street, Russell Island

Kingscliff NSW 2487 1 Cactus Court

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Auction On site 7 November 6pm NSW View Sat 12-12:30 & Wed 5:30-6pm NSW

Brett Swales 0424 507 005 Carol Witheriff 0413 056 405 Kingscliff 02 6674 1000 Shop 4, 106 Marine Parade

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ABSOLUTE WATERFRONT!

Subtropical Paradise on the shores of Moreton Bay! Swim at your back door. Fish off your back lawn. It simply doesn’t get any better than this.

A massive east-facing deck lets you savour the views across the Canaipa Passage to Stradbroke Island.

A delightful classic “Queenslander” on 916m2 will get you caught up in the relaxed lifestyle of Russell Island. It is elevated with 2 good size bedrooms, a living room opening to the deck, roomy kitchen overlooking the water with plumbed infridge/freezer. VJ walls, super high ceilings and timber floors make you feel like you are a world away from the modern bustle of life. Air conditioning and a biological waste system provide just the right amount of luxury.

There is plenty of room to store your boat and fishing gear under the house OR you could develop this part of the house further as it is more than legal height and has excellent views too.

If you love swimming, fishing, boating, sailing, crabbing and total relaxation – welcome home! You will never want to leave.Russell Island has excellent amenities including school, child care, shops, restaurants, cafes, medical facilities and more.

Regular ferry and barge services make commuting a breeze.

PERFECT HOLIDAY HOME /LIVE YOUR DREAM FOR < $500K Inspect by appointment with

CATHERINE GOLDWATER Agent: Catherine Goldwater Mobile: 0402 274 830 catherine@teamsolomon.com.au

ASCOT, 31 SUTHERLAND AVENUE 'ONCE IN YOUR LIFETIME'

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Every once in a while, a special property is offered for sale and 31 Sutherland Avenue unequivocally fits that criterion. The most coveted component of any parcel of real estate is the land content. Therefore, to secure 1,012 sqm (Âź acre) of simply irreplaceable land in Sutherland Avenue is a rare opportunity in itself.

Complementing the valuable land content is a charming Queenslander (circa 1912) that has been loved and enjoyed by the current owners for over 22 years. Original VJ's, plaster cornices and the warmth of time-worn timber flooring. It is now time for this remarkable property to pass to a new generation providing a key acquisition for you and your family's future.

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Modern makeover Positioned atop 407sq m of north-facing and elevated land, this residence was renovated in 2008, giving the original cottage a modern makeover.

Its highly desirable location just moments from Enoggera Tce and Waterworks Rd and a short distance from the CBD makes it a great investment, according to listing agent Mathew Abboud. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Opportunities like 17 Kennedy Tce, are rarely available,â&#x20AC;? he says.

Set over two levels, on the ground floor there is a main bedroom which includes a dressing room with ample cabinetry, a built-in wardrobe and an ensuite with a double vanity and a shower.

The bedroom also has access to two separate timber decks outdoors surrounded by established gardens.

Moving toward the centre of the property there is an open-plan kitchen, dining and living area which extends out to a balcony.

The kitchen features state-of-the-art Miele appliances including a coffee machine, induction cook top and steam oven.

There is also ample cabinetry and stone benchtops.

Upstairs there are three bedrooms with built-in wardrobes, along with a laundry, bathroom and living area which leads out to a timber deck which overlooks the inground saltwater pool and established gardens with trees and shrubs below. The upper level also provides scenic views.

Interior details include polished timber flooring, high vaulted ceilings, neutraltoned walls and cabinetry.

PADDINGTON 17 Kennedy Tce Land: 407sq m Inspect: Saturday (Oct 20), 10-10.30am Agent: Mathew Abboud, Ray White Paddington; ph: 3369 6488 or 0423 629 346 Auction: 181 Given Tce, Paddington, October 25, 6pm

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CLAYFIELD 14 Miles Street SWEEPING VIEWS, CHARM & PRIVACY Contact Mario Nagy on 1300 920 388

398 St Pauls Terrace, Fortitude Valley *** 2018 Winner by Queensland Master Builders *** Best High Rise Residential Building up to $20 Million Limited 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments Remaining From Only $450,000

Situated in a peaceful pocket of Clayfield, this charming colonial Queenslander offers flexible living options suitable for a home office, dual living or extended families.

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Riverfront residence Nestled on a 1743sq m block on the Coomera River, this residence soaks up river views.

A gated entry and grand circular driveway with portico precede the double glass and timber doors that lead into a chandeliered foyer.

Polished hardwood floors and high ceilings accentuate this level’s open living spaces, including a sitting room, sunken living room and dining room with fireplace.

The kitchen is separated from the living room by towering wine racks and features a well-equipped butler’s pantry, Miele appliances, island benchtop and bi-folding doors out to its own timber deck.

The dining room opens onto a terrace with built-in barbecue and river views, while the living room connects to the main deck. Stairs lead down from the deck to a pool area with a river-facing infinity pool and outdoor spa.

This level also includes an office, threecar garage, wine cellar, powder room, laundry and two bedrooms with the main bedroom featuring a walk-in wardrobe, river views, deck access and an ensuite.

The upper level features three bedrooms and a connecting floating timber walkway with glass balustrade.

Two bedrooms overlook the river and feature walk-in wardrobes and ensuites with double vanities and freestanding baths.

This property also has a lower level centred around a state-of-the-art cinema and adjoining library and bathroom. A utility room connects the cinema to a third wine cellar with tasting room.

COOLUM BEACH 31 Pacific Heights Court ONE QUEENSLAND’S FINEST HOMES - CASTILLO BLANCO Created under council rules that no longer exist, a home of these proportions would be impossible to replicate. From the cavernous utility level including space for more than a dozen vehicles to panoramic views from the entertaining podiums on each level, this wondrous creation is awe inspiring. Impossible to describe in words, those looking to own the very best are urged to enquire and discover the endless list of features that this unique home has to offer.

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HOPE ISLAND 5683 Anchorage Tce Land: 1743sq m Inspect: By appointment Agent: Trevor Egan and Carrie Lowndes, Ray White East Brisbane; ph: 3906 2500, 0422 602 182 (TE) or 0457 323 672 (CL) For sale: By expressions of interest closing November 1, 5pm

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The Gap 43 Mt Nebo Road "Dunvegan" Elevated Family Home Offering Natural Beauty And Lifestyle Nestled among bushland on a perfectly elevated north-easterly facing block, this split-level, four-bedroom home exudes character with its high ceilings, exposed beams, abundant natural light and hardwood timber flooring.

Named "Dunvegan", this gorgeous home has been in the same family since it was built in 1971 and offers the perfect blend of beautiful mid-century modern architecture & contemporary finishes.

- Stylish kitchen with island bench of solid Calcutta marble.

- Separate, intimate lounge upstairs with gas fireplace.

- Custom made cabinetry with built in audio system.

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Auction Onsite Saturday 27 October 2018 at 10am View Thursday 5.30pm - 6.00pm Saturday 10.00am - 11.00am

- Dual living potential with extra granny flat.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rare to find a home that is both beautiful and practical, only 10km drive from the CBD and directly across road to Brisbane Forest Park for swimming in the dam and bush walks.

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Charming character Entering from a staircase which leads to a timber veranda, the front door opens into a living room.

Towards the rear of the property there is an open-plan kitchen and dining room slightly adjacent to the living room.

The brand new kitchen has been beautifully restored with timber-look finishes, ample soft-close cabinetry, grey splash backs, stainless steel appliances, a sleek stone benchtop which doubles as a breakfast bar, along with a butler’s pantry which includes additional cabinetry and an internal laundry filled with natural light and classic stained-glass windows.

The residence consists of three bedrooms, including the main bedroom which features an ensuite with stylish cabinetry and a built-in wardrobe.

Interior details include timber flooring in the living spaces, carpeted bedrooms, high ceilings, VJ walls, neutral-toned walls, dark tiles in the bathrooms and roll-down blinds fitted throughout. There is also airconditioning throughout the residence.

Outside, there are established gardens with trees and shrubs surrounding the property. Underneath the residence there

is ample storage space along with a garage that can accommodate four vehicles.

Offering a walk-to-everything lifestyle, this beautifully restored classic Queenslander townhouse is within walking distance of the thriving cafes and shops of Racecourse Rd. “Carefully refurbished and immaculately presented, this charming residence retains its original character features,” listing agent Oliver J Jonker says.

ASCOT 1/267 Lancaster Rd Land: 276sq m Inspect: Today (Wed, Oct 17), 5.30-6pm Agent: Oliver J Jonker, Ray White Ascot; ph: 3868 7500 or 0431 708 697 Auction: On site, Saturday (Oct 20), 10am

Racecourse viewpoint Overlooking the iconic Doomben racecourse, this highset two-bedroom Queenslander has recently been renovated and restored to its original beauty.

Set on 822sq m, the property backs directly onto the racecourse, providing exceptional views.

Entering from the timber deck into a foyer, views of the racecourse are immediately seen.

At the front of the property is the main bedroom, which features a walk-in wardrobe and ensuite with a rainwater shower head.

The second bedroom has access to a two-way bathroom.

In the centre of the property is an openplan living and dining area with kitchen adjacent.

Boasting neutral tones, ample bench space and cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, airconditioning and a gas cooktop, the kitchen has been beautifully renovated.

Interior details fuse traditional Queenslander fixtures with modern finishes, including coffered ceilings, stylish downlights and neutral walls and

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cabinetry. Outside there are established gardens with trees and shrubs and a clothes line. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Overlooking the lush racecourse and sprawling backyard, this deck is ideal for hosting any occasion and is sure to be enjoyed,â&#x20AC;? listing agent Kate Francis from Ray White Ascot says.

The property is positioned close to Hendra train station, shops, cafes and restaurants of Racecourse Rd and walking distance to Hendra State School.

73 Raceview Ave Land: 822sq m Inspect: Saturday (Oct 20), 1.30-2pm Agent: Kate Francis and Vanessa Harte, Ray White Ascot; ph: 3868 7500, 0438 800 849 (KF) or 0422 426 373 (VH) Auction: On site, Saturday (Oct 20), 2pm

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Luxury living Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an array of impressive features within this luxury apartment, including panoramic views of the Brisbane River and city skyline from its balcony.

Set on the third level of The Maxwell, the four-bedroom residence offers stylish interiors across its single-level floorplan, as well as access to the buildingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s resort-style amenities.

Living and dining areas have an openplan design and are oriented towards the river.

Here, large timber floorboards, high ceilings and a fresh white colour palette combine to create a contemporary decor, while floor-to-ceiling glass draws in light and views.

The kitchen features quality appliances and white stone benchtops with timber cabinetry.

From the living spaces, glass doors open to the covered balcony which has glass balustrades.

Back inside, a central hallway leads to the carpeted bedrooms at the rear of the floorplan; three have built-in wardrobes and are serviced by a large bathroom, and the main bedroom offers a luxurious walk-

in wardrobe and dressing area, and an ensuite with feature floor-to-ceiling tiles, a stand-alone bathtub, and dual vanities.

Further highlights of the residence include a separate media room, an office, another bathroom and an additional powder room, as well as three car parking spaces.

The boutique 14-apartment complex boasts a rooftop lap pool, barbecue facilities, a dining area and a sundeck for use by residents.

NEW FARM 11/40 Maxwell St Unit: 286sq m Inspect: By appointment Agent: Phillip Harrigan, Ray White New Farm; ph: 3254 1022 or 0400 043 426 For sale: By negotiation

Historic 10 Acre Riverfront Homestead

MOGGILL 30 Hawkesbury Road • Positioned to embrace & capture the stunning riverfront setting at the junction of the Brisbane and Bremer Rivers • 5 generous bedrooms including luxurious master suite • Additional guest accommodation • Large home office & library • 5 well appointed bathrooms • 4 car accommodation with large workshop • Soaring 3.7 metre ceilings • Grand formal and casual living • Ducted air-conditioning throughout

• Spectacular gourmet kitchen • Beautiful handcrafted parquetry flooring, bi-fold doors, two-way log fireplace • Expansive outdoor entertainment spaces, wrap around verandas and enormous entertainment pavilion • Tennis court with fully equipped pool house, spa, sauna and BBQ amenities • Over 10 acres of flat, usable acreage perfect for horses • Well established gardens and irreplaceable grounds • Approx 35 minutes to Brisbane’s Domestic and International Airports via Airport Link

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Coastline attraction This ocean-facing property, known as Castillo Blanco, comprises four levels of luxury, flexible living and outdoor entertaining areas. Its picturesque coastal location is complemented by multiple balconies with panoramic beach views.

A modern, all-white facade pairs perfectly with the double glass-door entry into the third level, which has neutral tones and down lighting.

Walls of windows and sliding glass doors bring natural light and ocean vistas into the living room and nearby dining room with retro booth.

The adjoining kitchen features Miele appliances, a walk-in pantry and quartz island benchtop.

Bi-fold glass doors connect the living room to a terrace and heated infinity pool overlooking the Queensland coastline.

A raised lounge room also has access to the terrace, along with a built-in wet bar and powder room.

This floor also includes two offices, a media room and two bedrooms with access to a rear balcony. They share a bathroom with a separate bath. An internal elevator services three levels, including the fourth

level, which has an expansive balcony with glass balustrade and 300-degree ocean and hinterland views.

A central hallway connects the laundry and four bedrooms on this floor.

The main bedroom sits at one end, complete with walk-in wardrobe, spa and ensuite.

The bottom level promotes in-home entertainment and catering with its spacious recreation room, utility room and timber wine cellar with tasting area.

COOLUM BEA CH 31 Pacific Heights Court Land: 812sq m Inspect: By appointment Agent: John Stamp and Ben Radcliff, Belle Property Noosa; ph: 5415 0700, 0423 042 787 (JS) or 0416 087 779 (BR) Auction: On site, October 27, 1.30pm

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» Short drive to Racecourse Road and Portside Wharf.

» Generously sized landscaped backyards.

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that’s more easily said than done. Lovewise, the week could bring an almost idyllic companion – deliciously sensuous and sensitive. Coupled Pisceans, too, are more tender towards a partner’s needs, and sharing seems effortless.

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Confronted by surprise or(6) Should a loved one be pressuring you, 11 suspicion, this week forces to explore 10 Exposed to you attack (4-4) don’t oblige out of guilt. You have your new dimensions of your talents, inner own life to lead and sainthood is a tiring 12 To master (8) truths and affections. Out of this intense road to follow. If you need some clear 12 13 13 In addition (2,4) in many thinking space, perhaps a few days’ break transformation you will emerge, ways, reborn. might let you reflect from a distance.

14 15 Negative votes (4) The planets encourage you to spread 16 Helpless (4,3,3) SCORPIO your wings and fly – preferably 15 16 17 (October 24 – November somewhere quiet.

19 Killjoy (3,7) 22) You need closure which, under normal 20 Ensnare (4)tension but 18 circumstances, may cause TAURUS now feels Market welcoming.for Maybe it’s because(6) (April 21 – May 20) 23 a product you’re feeling forgiving or others are The planets push for more honesty at 19 20 21 25 sorry.

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30 Be proof of (6) 26 (November 23 – December 21) There may be little rest right now, but Don’t stand back and let life pass you by. much should be resolved.

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0 Sitters, 22 Booty, Drear. pact (8) d. 1897 (6) (August 24 – September 22) 30 Liable to drop off (6) 4 Pretentious nonsense (8) There are times when you’re sociable 9 Firmly established (6) and times when you’re not. The cosmos Down 10 Exposed to attack (4-4) also introduces unwelcome rivals this 1 Cunning action made with 12 To master (8) week, so at some stage, you could opt for the French in view (7) 13 In addition (2,4) some serious solo hours. There’s much to 2 Latin poet disposed to 15 Negative votes (4) sort through and contemplate, including reveal his full capability (9) 16 Helpless (4,3,3) your place in life’s grand scheme. No 3 All there when I enter in 19 Killjoy (3,7) rush. It’s a patient universe we live in. some agitation (6) 20 Ensnare (4)

Solution to last week’s puzzle

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CROSSWORD ANSWERS. CRYPTIC: Across: 1 Supper, 4 Specific, 9 Estate, 10 Spaniels, 12 Generous, 13 Presto, 15 Tail, 16 Ace of clubs, 19 All the same, 20 Shut, 23 Theory, 25 In secret, 27 Chinaman, 28 Portal, 29 Entreaty, 30 Sleepy.

Down: 1 Sleight, 2 Potential, 3 Entire, 5 Pipe, 6 Contract, 7 Fleas, 8 Castors, 11 Outcast, 14 Command, 17 Usherette, 18 Shortage, 19 Article, 21 Totally, 22 Recoil, 24 Evict, 26 Rapt. QUICK: Across: 1 Brahms, 4 Claptrap, 9 Stable, 10 Wide-open, 12 Overcome, 13 As well, 15 Noes, 16 High and dry, 19 Wet blanket, 20 Trap, 23 Outlet, 25 Ballyhoo, 27 Intrigue, 28 Source, 29 Generate, 30 Attest. Down: 1 Bassoon, 2 Amazement, 3 Malice, 5 Laid, 6 Pheasant, 7 Rupee, 8 Penalty, 11 Ambient, 14 Cheetah, 17 Dark horse, 18 Ulterior, 19 Wyoming, 21 Protest, 22 All out, 24 Titan, 26 Quit.

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