Brisbane News Magazine Mar 13 - Mar 19, 2019. ISSUE 1217

MARCH 13-19, 2019 ISSUE 1217

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DEREK BARLOW

Reflects on his colourful life in fashion

LIAM SCARLETT

The Royal Ballet star’s Dangerous Liaisons

Pick of the bunch Flamboyant prints steal the show this season

This week...

It was blowing a gale the day we snapped Derek Barlow (right) at Indooroopilly Golf Club, but the keen golfer – and owner of Brisbane’s Tony Barlow menswear – was unfazed, posing like the pro he once was. You see, as a 20something, Derek modelled for revered Italian tailor Brioni, and met an array of Hollywood stars and world leaders in the process. Writer Cassandra Houghton sat down with the charismatic retailer for our Feature (P8) and her account of Derek’s early years in London and Rome, through to the thrill of opening menswear stores across Australia with his brother Tony, and now his current focus on futureproofing the business, makes for a fascinating read. A fashion fairytale, you might say. Enjoy the issue.

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THE CHAT DJ, model and actor Cartier Lee FEATURE Menswear supremo Derek Barlow reflects on his life in fashion RESTAURANT Lily at the Glen Hotel, Eight Mile Plains GOING OUT Star choreographer Liam Scarlett is set to wow Brisbane ballet fans ART Eva Richards – Look Closer, Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha, Toowong FASHION New-season stars AT HOME The reinvention of a Red Hill home

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THE CHAT

Blonde ambition After a successful stint in New York City, DJ-singer-actor Cartier Lee looks forward to roles at home Hannah Davies

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he has taken a big bite out of the Big Apple and now Cartier Lee is preparing to launch her longedfor acting career on home soil.

The 21-year-old daughter of Brisbane fashion queen Keri Craig-Lee graduates in May from New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts with a Bachelor of Fine Arts.

Returning to Australia was always the plan for the straight-A student who won a coveted spot on the dean’s list and fasttracked her course to finish a year early.

“It’s very exciting (being here in New York),” she tells Brisbane News over the phone from her apartment in artsy Chelsea.

“But I am 100 per cent still an Australian and I believe that Australia is still the best place to live.

“I find everyone in New York is very cranky compared to Aussies who are so lovely. I’m looking forward to working on Australian material with Australian agents.”

Cartier’s three years in NYC have been a whirlwind of study, auditions and modelling gigs, interspersed with yoga, golf, and shopping.

She is also a DJ and singer, who has collaborated with former American Idol judge Randy Jackson, and in 2017 she notched up two top 10 singles on Billboard’s dance club songs chart.

Even though acting is her priority now, Cartier says Randy is “still very much in the

picture” and she is keen to maintain their friendship. “I hope to do more DJing or writing for other artists in the future.”

And despite the glitz and glamour, the former St Margaret’s Anglican Girls School alumni says she remains grounded through her charity work for the Andrew McDonough B+ Foundation in support of paediatric cancer research, the National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders, and her work with homeless youth.

“New York is a reality check everyday just by stepping out the front door, and I never forget how lucky I am,” Cartier says.

“Helping the girls with anorexia to eat has been so confronting. Being in the entertainment industry I feel a lot of body pressure caused by negativity on Instagram and seeing the result of this first-hand reminds me not to get silly about eating.”

Returning home signals the start of a new chapter for Cartier, who says mum Keri is keen for her move back to the family home in Ascot, in Brisbane’s northern suburbs, where Keri lives with Cartier’s dad, cattle baron Trevor Lee. She’s determined to succeed as an actor and is optimistic about the future.

“I’m always auditioning,” she says.

“My biggest idols are Rachel McAdams and Julia Roberts. They have always been really selective with their roles and haven’t allowed themselves to be typecast. I want to play as many roles as I can one day.”

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Made to measure Derek Barlow’s sense of style took him around the world and has kept generations of Brisbane men looking good Cassandra Houghton

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here’s a sepia photo of Derek Barlow, circa 1971, on the Michelangelo passenger liner to New York. He’s debonair, sitting there at a bar postfashion parade with a fellow model, both sporting Brioni silk tuxedo jackets.

Another image, grainy too, features Derek and four others on the cover of Bangkok’s Society newspaper, dapper in fine Italian suits; the headline reads: “Brioni’s Males steal the Show.” Style, it seems, was ingrained early in the owner of Brisbane’s Tony Barlow Menswear.

“I’ll always remember walking into Brioni’s flagship store in Via Barberini in Rome, 1971, to apply for the job his son-inlaw offered me a year earlier,” Derek, now 79, recalls. “It’s a story in itself – this is crazy stuff.” (More on that in a moment).

We meet over cappuccinos near his CBD store to discuss his family company withstanding the test of time, in an era where online shopping trumps bricks-andmortar. Instead, I’m transported back to cobblestoned Italy in the ’70s.

“The first person to greet me was Mr Savini (Brioni co-founder) himself – luckily,” he laughs. “I introduced myself to him in Italian and told him that, now I’m living in Rome, I’d love to work for your company. Well he simply said, ‘When can you start?’”

Selling in Brioni soon led to modelling all over the world. The Italian menswear couture house has a history of dressing film stars, leaders and politicians, and Derek met John Wayne, Kirk Douglas, Peter Sellers and Henry Fonda.

“Then I was lucky enough to become one of Mr Savini’s team of travelling models and also acted as his personal interpreter ... I have so many fond memories of those trips,” he says.

“One of the more memorable in 1972 was a voyage on the Michelangelo – a firstclass liner of that era. We travelled from Genoa to New York ... held onboard fashion shows daily for all the passengers, who were mostly affluent Americans.

Then there was Venice, Bangkok and Manila, where we were invited guests on President Marcos and Imelda’s private island. It was quite an experience for me.

“Brioni was the pioneer in introducing slimmer shapes, panelling, piping, and bold colours in men’s fashion, and it was my introduction to high end, Italian bespoke fine tailoring. It inspired me into business and it’s the reason for the selection of men’s fashion I have in my store.”

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FEATURE WELL SUITED ... (clockwise from main) Derek Barlow; modelling outside Brioni, Rome, in 1971; daughter Georgia; brother Tony in a 1970s ad; Derek (centre) with his late mother Olympia, Tony, and sister Carmen, c. 1979. Main picture: AAP/Renae Droop

four friends from hometown Perth: think five lads driving a vintage blue Jaguar around Europe. They settled in London – Derek, to sell cash registers, and Tony, to sell fashion in high-end store Cecil Gee. “We lived in an apartment in Chelsea and I used to have to cart these big, heavy cash registers into the shop while he’d come home all dressed up, and whenever I got home I’d say, ‘This is ridiculous’, and he’d say, ‘This is fantastic’. So I walked into another Cecil Gee’s shop, said hello, and got the job. He was in one shop and I was in another – that’s how we started in fashion in London.”

The breadth of these young adventures scarcely compares to the Barlow brothers’ childhood. Born during World War II in Staffordshire to a British soldier father and a Maltese-Italian mother, Derek – the eldest by five years – his brother Tony and sister Carmen, grew up partly in Egypt.

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before it was bombed, travelling to Western Australia.

His globetrotting childhood saw Derek learn to speak Arabic, French and Italian – the latter of which would benefit him once Tony left London in 1971.

“I’m in Cecil Gee’s shop – two levels, suits downstairs, shirts and ties up top, and I see this group of guys looking sharp, speaking Italian,” Derek says.

“I said, ‘Buongiorno’ and one of them asked me if I was Italian and I said, ‘No, but I speak good Italian’. We had a chat and he said if I was ever in Rome to go and see him. The card he gave me said Brioni.

Turns out he was Brioni’s son-in-law. Fast forward a few months and I was working for Brioni in Rome.”

Meanwhile, Tony moved home and opened a tiny boutique in Perth.

“It was probably 30sqm in size and I used to buy a few things for him in Europe and London and send them over,” Derek says. “And then he went from a little shop

It was my introduction to high-end, Italian bespoke fine tailoring.

It inspired me into business to a main store in the mall, then grew to about four stores fairly quickly. And he kept saying to me, ‘Derek come back – this is good here.’ Well, I’d had two good years at Brioni but I was sort of getting over it so I went back in 1973 and joined him.”

In the ’70s it was all growth and good fortune for the Barlow brothers – spurred on by some risque marketing.

“Apart from being quite a well-known identity in Perth, Tony had these advertising ideas,” Derek laughs. “He had

quite a good physique and he would advertise Tony Barlow Menswear really creatively and just wreak havoc. In one ad, he was in the nude with a beautiful woman staring up at him with an apple ... in another he was in a leather jacket, with a girl, on a horse ... so he got a name by doing that – and it worked.

“We just kept on going and his name grew on the east coast and then I opened our first store in Sydney in 1975.”

Three stores in the heart of the Sydney CBD grew to around 60 stores nationally, including a Brisbane shop in the newlybuilt Wintergarden in 1982. Derek, married and with twin girls Georgia and Alexandra (he also has three children in Perth from a previous marriage), was living in Brisbane and overseeing the east coast operations when they realised they had grown too fast, too soon.

“Between 1982 and ’89, we had shops everywhere – we went berserk. It was too quick. In 1989 we had to sell assets, our shops. Fortunately I had an opportunity to buy the Queensland operation on my own – and I’ve been here ever since. I love Brisbane – I’m a Maroon now.”

Online shopping has forever changed the retail landscape, with many Australian retailers closing their doors. So what makes Tony Barlow Menswear different?

“Look ... it’s sort of an in-built feeling of image – Tony and I are similar in the way we feel about fashion and the importance we place on looking good without necessarily spending $4000-$5000, so from day one we were value-conscious,” Derek says.

“We keep up to date with textures, colours, fine-tuned details, but men’s fashion doesn’t change dramatically. And I’m down to just one store in Brisbane, across the road from the Wintergarden.

“When I’m there, one of the things that makes me proud or happy, even though I’m reduced to one shop, is the fact that our customers have been coming to us for years. They’ve come to us for school formals, when they got engaged, and landed a job ... our name is well-known.”

Derek, now divorced, is also grooming his daughter Georgia for the future. Sadly, her twin, Alexandra, passed away from pancreatic cancer in 2017 – the muchloved daughter had worked in the family business too. Georgia, 36, has developed the website with Shopify and Afterpay, and is pushing her father to do more online.

“I’m not as young as I used to be, so she’s the future,” he says. “But for now, Tony still has his store in Perth, I have mine, and we still talk to each other every day. He’s happy, and I’m happy.” tonybarlowbrisbane.com BRISBANE NEWS March 13-19, 2019 09

LIFE

Brooke Falvey In order to buy a house – or at least the type of house I’d like – I actually would have to win Lotto, but a girl can dream Every so often I like to convince myself that I can afford to buy a house and that one day I’ll live somewhere with more than two rooms. In much the same vein as the “What would you do if you won Lotto?” game, it results in me bombarding my family with website links and questions about what to name my future dog.

The reality is, in order to buy a house – or at least the type of house I’d like – I actually would have to win Lotto, but a girl can dream, and that is what I did last week.

Tired of swiping left and right in search of a possible date, I decided I’d shake things

up and trawl through real estate websites looking for a renovated Queenslander boasting natural light and a walk-inwardrobe worthy of Carrie Bradshaw.

And that is when I realised that shopping for real estate boasts the same pitfalls as online dating in your 30s.

Just as you should never judge a book by its cover, you should never judge a house, man or woman by their online profile.

Because rarely is anything what it seems.

Filters, flattering angles and Photoshop hide a multitude of sins – and that’s if the picture is recent – while a fresh coat of paint and

some new accessories distract from structural damage caused by years of neglect. Disappointment is rife and there are times when you feel like you’ve wasted your time and emotions.

But the worst similarity is also the most brutal – ghosting. Ghosting is the practice of ending a relationship with someone by suddenly and without explanation withdrawing from all communication.

My friend Jane is still getting over a real estate ghosting that left her brokenhearted.

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As for me, having not found the house of my dreams (and the necessary budget) within an hour, I gave up swiping entirely and turned to the two men who never waste my time – Ben & Jerry.

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Then there are folk like me: finicky, wanting presentation, precision – almost sparseness – in ingredients. Art over size.

And I’d prefer to eat two or three small plates in the place of one gut-filler.

With those thoughts in mind I’m seated at Lily, the new restaurant at the Glen Hotel, with a loaded plate of food in front of me. The protein is salmon, splendidly cooked – crunchy of skin, rare in the centre, seasoned just so – with an almighty mix of other bits; fennel gratin, Jerusalem artichoke (the king of tubers!), witlof – all kind of lumped on the plate ($32).

Art is tricky with so much content.

It’s a good dish, but I can’t help thinking how much better it could be if a little pared back. Let that perfect piece of salmon have its moment in the sun.

Next to me is my daughter with another plateful, this time brisket ($34). On the plate with the meat is a bed of sweet potato, shaved celeriac (remouladecoated) on top, a couple of spears of broccolini and a rich, sticky jus.

It’s a dish for truck drivers.

And across the table is a steak – a 300g

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The leafy outlook at The Glen Hotel’s new Lily restaurant.

LILY AT THE GLEN HOTEL 24 Gaskell St, Eight Mile Plains Ph: 3270 6666 Chef: Brad Casey Lunch, Wed-Fri and Sun; dinner, Wed-Sat Vegetarian options Eftpos and major credit cards Off-street parking SCORES OUT OF 10 Food: 7 Drinks: 6.5 Vibe: 8 Service: 7 rib fillet ($40), with duck fat potatoes and broccolini. It’s as good as you’d expect from a serious pub, and it’s nice to see a break from chips and salad.

They are all good meals, but they are big. Too big for folk who have just eaten entrees – very good pumpkin arancini with smoked buffalo mozzarella ($15, inset); and

a sort of Asia meets Colorado plate of pork belly fritters, cubed, with maple glaze, Sriracha and chilli ($16). But I’m betting there are plenty of people who love things that size. Insist on it.

Desserts – which we don’t even contemplate – are simple: cheesecake, chocolate brownie, creme brulee (each

$16) and a cheese board ($26).

The Lily dining room is a lovely place to eat, overlooking the nicely manicured grounds of the hotel, and decked out like a greenhouse. I sit there like a contented orchid. You can’t quite shake the feel of hotel (there’s a wedding happening in an adjoining room, its participants roaming the grounds), but there’s something a bit more lavish about Lily, more atmospheric, that puts it above most pub diners.

And there has been a valid attempt at lifting the rest of the package: a handful of craft beers amidst the pub brews; affable, careful service; and a good, if rather staid, wine list. So I guess Lily restaurant is doing a pretty good job of treading the tightrope between what’s expected of its traditional audience and what currently passes for something a little more refined.

I have a hunch its kitchen could step up the finesse – it seems to have the skills – but I’d bet next week’s pay cheque that the current recipe of good food, plenty of it, is a better idea.

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RECIPE

Easy does it Cut the cooking and relax with this tangy Spanish fish dish, says Alastair McLeod The most frequent recipe requests I get are for dishes that can be prepared in advance. It’s an appealing notion, and I hope this fits the bill. Escabeche is a Spanish dish of fried fish immersed in a hot vinegar marinade to be enjoyed at room temperature or lightly chilled.

Traditionally a means of preservation, the marinade in my nuanced version allows the delicate flavour of the rainbow trout to be enjoyed. Oily fish such as mackerel or sardines love this preparation as they enjoy the contrast from the vinegar and citrus.

During our warmer months there is much benefit to no-cook eating. The escabeche keeps for half a week in the fridge for those days when even the thought of a hot meal is too much to bear.

RAINBOW TROUT ESCABECHE INGREDIENTS 1tsp fennel seeds, toasted and ground 2 golden shallots, sliced ¼ large fennel bulb, sliced ½ lemon, zest ½ orange, zest + juice 60ml white wine vinegar 250ml extra virgin olive oil + additional for frying

4 fillets rainbow trout Sea salt and freshly milled pepper Pinch saffron threads 8 segments pink grapefruit 8 segments orange 8 segments lime Soft herbs and edible flowers, to garnish

METHOD Combine fennel seeds, shallot, fennel, zests, orange juice, white wine vinegar and olive oil. Gently simmer for 7 mins until the vegetables are tender. Season to taste. Meanwhile swirl 1tbs of olive oil into a large heavy-based fry pan over a medium heat. Fry fillets, skin side down for 2 mins. Turn to just “kiss” the heat on the other side before arranging in a single layer in a nonreactive dish. Pour over the marinade. When ready to serve, transfer fish to serving plates, warm a little of the dressing, add saffron and allow to infuse.

Combine with balance of marinade. Spoon over fish, scatter with citrus segments and strew with garnish. Serves 4 as an entree.

Alastair McLeod is chef-owner of Al’FreshCo. alfreshco.com.au Styling and photography: Miranda Porter Props: Plate, instagram.com/lunaceramics; and cutlery, cultivatedesignco.com.au

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GOING OUT

High on drama Secrets and lies are exposed in Liam Scarlett’s latest creation for the Queensland Ballet Fiona Purdon

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Dangerous Liaisons choreographer Liam Scarlett. Picture: AAP/Renae Droop

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tar choreographer Liam Scarlett will have Brisbane ballet fans in a lather at the world premiere of the wildly scandalous Dangerous Liaisons. The artist-in-residence at The Royal Ballet in London is spearheading the Queensland Ballet production, based on Pierre Choderlos de Laclos’ racy 1782 novel of the same name.

“It’s a great thing for the Queensland Ballet, for the ballet to be created here. I’ve worked with the company here a lot now, I know what they are capable of. I wanted to do something different and not a fairytale,” Liam says.

Dangerous Liaisons is a coproduction with Texas Ballet Theater and Liam, an artistic associate at QB since 2016, hopes other companies around the world will perform it too.

The Englishman has long admired de Laclos’ period piece about France’s morally bankrupt aristocracy. The tantalising story of love, seduction and manipulation was made famous by the 1988 movie starring Glenn Close and John Malkovich.

“It is a novel with such universal acclaim and the inspiration for quite a few things in popular culture. When choosing a ballet you need to grab a title to attract an audience,’’ he says.

“Hopefully we are able to do the

There are a lot of pas de deux which show the whispers, secrets and wrongdoings

story justice and to deliver a fresh and respectful account. The story is very convoluted – dance can brilliantly bring emotions to the forefront, often when words don’t fully express (things).’’

Liam is enjoying creating a work around several key characters including wealthy widow Marquise Isabelle de Merteuil and her former lover, playboy Vicomte de Valmont.

Much of the action occurs in French salons and chambers.

“There are a lot of pas de deux which show the whispers, secrets and wrongdoings they are hiding from society,” he says.

In 2010 Liam became the youngest choreographer to be commissioned by The Royal Ballet for a full-length work, and Disney hand-picked him to choreograph for American Ballet Theatre star Misty Copeland’s star turn in 2017 film The Nutcracker and the Four Realms.

“I was on holiday on a beach in Greece when the producers called me up so I cut my holiday short,” he says.

Dance has been an integral part of the Brit’s life since he was four.

“I had a lot of energy and by going to class it gave my mum a nice restful Saturday afternoon,” he laughs.

Only seven years later he choreographed his first work, achieving third place in The Royal Ballet School’s annual choreography competition. Liam was a dancer with The Royal Ballet until retiring in 2012 to focus on his burgeoning choreography career.

“When you enjoy something, you don’t really think about career transitions,” he says.

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ART

Talent blooms Drawn by the bright and intense Australian light, Botanic Gardens artist-in-residence Eva Richards creates floral tributes to natural wonders Emma Schafer Eva Richards, 50, is the outgoing artist-inresidence at Brisbane City and Mt Coottha Botanic Gardens. Her tenure began in February 2018 and her upcoming exhibition, Look Closer – The Intricate Stipple Art of Eva Richards, represents the culmination of that time. Having moved from the UK in 2003, she lives at Chelmer with husband Hugo, 53, who owns a property consultancy business, daughter Morgan, 20, and son Dylan, 18.

When did you discover art?

As a child in England I was a keen horse rider and always good at drawing so I produced hundreds of horse sketches.

I was also good at school though and was encouraged to focus on my academic studies, not art. While I was studying law at Cambridge University I found myself a regular visitor to the Fitzwilliam Museum and drawn, in particular to the realism works of the Dutch and Flemish masters.

Working and living in Oxford as a young solicitor I spent weekends in the Ashmolean Museum looking at the Renaissance works there, especially the drawings of Raphael.

How has being artist-in-residence inspired you?

Every week I have rambled through the gardens drawing inspiration from whatever happened to be in bloom or catch my eye, and from chance encounters with birds, butterflies, bees and water dragons. I’ve been lucky enough during my residency also to visit gardens in the UK and Singapore and was struck by the difference that light levels make to our perception of the plants and how unique an environment we have here in Brisbane with our deep blue skies and crystalline light, particularly in winter.

What drew you to botanicals?

The natural world has always been my subject matter of choice but how I prefer to see it depicted has changed over time and with location. Darker European light levels are well suited to moody still lifes and landscapes but what captivates me here is the intensity of Australian light.

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FLOWER SHOW … Botanic Gardens artist-in-residence Eva Richards (left), her works Poppy, Native violet, and Echinacea.

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the effect that our uniquely bright light has on the plants. The more closely we look at the natural world around us the more, I hope, that we can appreciate the need to preserve the beauty that surrounds us.

Do you practise art full-time?

Yes. I worked for most of two decades as a lawyer but was diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of 37 and after all the surgery and chemotherapy, I found my priorities had changed. I worked as a lawyer for several more years but my heart was no longer in it and from then on my goal was to see how far I could take my art.

Tell us about your technique …

I have always been interested in historical art techniques, such as silverpoint and historical surfaces, such as calfskin vellum.

Silverpoint (or metalpoint) involves drawing with silver, gold or other metals on a specially prepared surface. The metal wires or rods can be sharpened to create very fine detail but, unlike graphite, can’t be erased. Many hours go into even the smallest pieces. My most time consuming piece, Dinner Under the Stars, took six weeks to complete but I worked obsessively during that time so it probably represents 150 to 200 hours of work.

What do you do when you’re not drawing?

I actually love clay target shooting at Brisbane Sporting Clays over at Belmont where I have been shooting and coaching for some years now. The demands of the residency and workshops over the last year have kept me away more than normal but I’m looking forward to dusting off my shotgun.

Look Closer — The Intricate Stipple Art of Eva Richards, Mar 27-31, Richard Randall Art Studio, Mount Coot-tha Rd, Toowong. evarichards-art.com

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THE PRICE OF EVERYTHING (M) hhhhj Director: Nathaniel Kahn Starring: Jeff Koons, George Condo, Gerhard Richter

CAPTAIN MARVEL (M) hhhkj Director: Anna Boden, Ryan Fleck Starring: Brie Larson, Samuel L. Jackson, Ben Mendelsohn I am woman, watch me soar … Carol Danvers (Larson) doesn’t just smash the glass ceiling in Marvel’s first female-led superhero movie, she blasts through the planet’s exosphere.

Having waited so long for the opportunity to redress the gender imbalance, the noble but quicktempered Kree warrior summons an impressive show of force.

From the cheap seats at the back of the auditorium, that white-hot energy feels pretty good – even if formidable forebears such as Sigourney Weaver’s Ripley and Linda Hamilton’s Sarah Connor inhabit an alternate cinematic universe. Rather than attempt some

kind of Black Panther-like cultural watershed moment, Captain Marvel keeps it simple: with an origin story about a girl who doesn’t know her own power.

Larson plays Danvers as a scrappy heroine who acts first and thinks later.

A traumatic accident has wiped the elite soldier’s memory, although she is haunted by a recurring nightmare.

When Danvers is captured, in an ambush, during the long-running Kree-Skrull war, her shapeshifting adversaries worm their way inside her head, triggering a series of fragmentary recollections. In a daring escape, Danvers plummets to planet earth – circa-1990, judging by a lingering shot of a Blockbuster Video store in which there’s a playful and thematically appropriate reference to The Right Stuff. This facilitates a nicely-played “meet-cute”, outside a

neighbouring RadioShack, between Danvers, who has just upgraded a public payphone to contact her commanding officer Yon-Rogg (Jude Law) in another galaxy, and Samuel L. Jackson’s at-this-point low-level bureaucrat Nick Fury.

When the haughty space traveller launches into a deadpan account of alien invaders and intergalactic wars, the seasoned lawman barely raises an eyebrow. The pair’s natural, unforced chemistry is one of the pleasures of this film, along with the low-key retrofuturistic production design.

Ben Mendelsohn is terrific as Skrull leader Talos and there’s a bittersweet cameo from the late Stan Lee, to whom the film is dedicated.

A solid, long-overdue addition to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Captain Marvel leads to Avengers: Endgame, which opens on April 24.

Funny, tragic, revelatory … this juicy HBO investigation into the contemporary art world’s “glittering compromise with commerce” identifies a bunch of high-profile players.

In one corner, there’s Chicago collector Stefan Edlis, who shares his penthouse apartment with Jeff Koons’ metallic Rabbit (current value $92 million), Maurizio Cattelan’s satirical Hitler sculpture Him and 38 other mindbogglingly valuable pieces of art.

The Holocaust survivor, who made his fortune in plastics manufacturing, recalls how the Damien Hirst black sheep in formaldehyde he bought for $7 million started dripping snot soon after it was delivered. Edlis “groomed” the animal for four years before it stabilised.

One of the things that makes The Price Of Everything so compelling is the calibre of the interviews/interviewees, which is also a reflection on director Nathaniel Kahn’s skill as a documentary maker. Sotheby’s Fine Art division chairwoman Amy Cappellazzo provides a fascinating counterpoint to that of the artists she is selling.

When German painter Gerhard Richter says he would prefer to see his work in museums where it is accessible to all, Cappellazzo retorts: “That’s his socialist democratic way of avoiding having to deal with rich people who want them.”

Soon after, one of his paintings sells for $48 million.

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A pool and pizza oven make entertaining easy; open-plan living areas, a void and natural light pump up the volume in the redesigned house.

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Forever and a day Plans to move are forgotten as a tiny starter home grows along with its family Tonya Turner

hen Stef and Jon bought their first home 12 years ago in Red Hill, they thought it would make do before moving somewhere bigger. As the years passed by they came to love their little patch on a quiet street running along Ithaca Creek. After having their first child, Eli, now four, they decided they needed more space, but after looking around they soon realised what they already had and weren’t so keen to give it up. “We were attached to the area, we love our neighbours, my sister-in-law is across the road and it was handy to the local school.

It was a struggle to find anything comparable for us,” Stef says.

After making the decision to stay put, they started working on plans to maximise every inch of their 10m-wide, 405sqm block. They engaged MR Designs to help bring their dream to life, turning their cosy pre-war home into a bright and spacious family abode they could grow into.

Building designer Ryan Grose set to work to create a modern industrial home with volumetric interest and grand space.

“The void and the high ceilings do that for you, and having steps from the foyer coming down into the living space that opens up. Volume will always make a house feel bigger,” Ryan says. The void in the kitchen also allows natural light to pour into the sleek open plan living area with its polished concrete floors, timber feature wall and stylish bar nook.

Creating space for the kids to play and storage for toys and other household items were priorities for Stef. “In the little house I felt like there was kids’ stuff everywhere.

You have all these rules before you have kids that just go out the window,” she says.

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The original home was raised and extended and many of its traditional features retained on the upper level which includes the master suite. A gallery overlooking the void leads into what is truly a parents’ retreat for Stef and Jon. “Our room is one of my favourite

things. It’s got the hotel feel we were going for,” Stef says.

Combining practical design with highend modern finishes, the home has frameless glass corner windows and red cedar timber features.

“Ryan was awesome. He was very collaborative and listened and worked to the brief and took it to the next level to add those special touches,” Stef says.

MR Designs was founded by Ryan and business partner Michael Ross three years ago. They’ve gone from working out of

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Ryan’s garage to a studio in Albion and adding a third partner, Haydn Ruysch, along with a small team of staff. One of their signature details is double columns such as those used at the front and rear of Stef and Jon’s home. “It adds a whole other element,” Ryan says.

About once a month, family and friends gather at the wood-fired pizza oven in the outdoor area with its double-height ceiling.

Neighbours pop through the side gate between their two properties – a leftover from previous owners that everyone

wanted to keep. “It’s an awesome street.

We all know each other, we have street parties and we catch up often,” Stef says.

Home is certainly where the heart is for this family, and it beats strongest just where they are.

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Phil Brown At the moment I have a long list of things that need doing around the house and we are basically just working to fund them There’s always something that needs to be done around the house isn’t there?

Does it ever end? Apparently not, particularly if you have an old Queenslander or any sort of heritage property. There’s always painting and things to fix and if you have mod cons such as a pool that adds another layer.

At the moment I have a long list of things that need doing around the house and we are basically just working to fund them.

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we just stopped using it and let it go back to nature? No chlorine, no filtration, no cleaning. It could become a pond for ducks and frogs and such and we could get some pet turtles too. I’ve always loved water lilies and they could cover the surface.

It’s just a fantasy, of course, but some people are already living this fantasy although you don’t want them next door.

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Outside, an expansive stone courtyard with a glass-enclosed pool extends out to a full-size tennis court with a basketball hoop.

Stairs next to the entry foyer lead up to the first of two upper wing levels, which has two bedrooms featurin built-in wardrobes.

Downstairs, the basement level of the property has a four-car garage, wine cellar and windows capturing beneath the pool’s surface.

HAMILTON 132 Windermere Rd Land: 1503sq m Inspect: Thursday (Mar 14), 4-4.45pm Agent: Dwight Ferguson and Alexander Shean, Ray White Ascot; ph: 3868 7500, 0412 385 720 (DF) or 0414 841 085 (AS) For sale: By expressions of interest closing March 21, 4pm

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Inexpensive Property with 2 Titles and 2 Homes ‘Airdrie’, 134 Morrison Road via Woodford, SE Qld • 136.05ha* (336.18* acres), multiple titles • 12km* Woodford, 16km* Kilcoy, 1.5hrs* Brisbane, 50min* Sunshine Coast beaches • Excellent water — 4 dams, 2 lagoons, Stanley River frontage. 16ha water licence, underground irrigation mains • High set 3 bedroom house and 3 bedroom cottage both in need of renovation • Large shed with skillion, dairy, stables, machinery shed, cattle yards, crush, loading ramp • 12 paddocks, mostly improved pastures • Will be sold at auction, if not prior

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Auction Friday 29 March 2019 10:30am Level 26, 111 Eagle St, Brisbane View By appointment Jez McNamara 0427 270 280 Ray White Rural Qld *approx.

Sitting on 888m2 of riverfront land in Brisbane’s prestigious Wendell Street, this one-of-a-kind residence exhibits the vibrant and leisurely character synonymous with Californian, mid-century architecture.

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30 Wendell Street

Like stepping into a daydream, this Californian inspired residence features a classic style which emanates elegance and sophistication without compromise to everyday practicality. Emulating a Slim Aaron’s piece, the home is framed by manicured gardens and iconic palm trees, while centring around entertaining spaces that bring people together, romanticise the poolside and create a relaxed, casual ambience. For your chance to live a lifestyle that many yearn for, but few get to experience, call to arrange an inspection today.

4 BED 3+ BATH 2 CAR +POOL +JE T T Y

TENDER Closing Thu 4 Apr at 4pm INSPECT Sat 11 – 11:30am & Wed 6 – 6:30pm

SARAH HACKETT 0488 355 553

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Delivering an enviable cosmopolitan lifestyle accompanied by unparalleled extravagance, this opportunity is not to be missed.

COSMOPOLITAN BRISBANE CITY

2301/483 Adelaide Street

Positioned in the heart of the Brisbane CBD, this luxury residence spreads premier designer living across 256m2.

Set against a backdrop of spectacular 270 degree views which capture the Brisbane River, city and beyond, this stunning apartment will leave you captivated. As a resident of the exclusive Macrossan Residences, you are placed within a short walk of everything the Brisbane City has to offer, including the Howard Smith Wharves precinct, South Bank, City Botanic Gardens, Roma Street Parklands and more.

3 BED 2 BATH 2 CAR

AUCTION Wed 3 Apr at 6pm Place Auction Rooms, 33 Lytton Rd, East Brisbane INSPECT Sat 11:00 – 11:30am

BEN WHITE 0414 647 582

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BLUE RIBBON KANGAROO POINT

Residence 10/110 Main Street

Incomparably positioned, lovingly restored and graced with contemporary finishes, Residence 10 is an elegant fusion of old and new. Boasting an astounding 425m² build area, this premier property comprises four ensuited bedrooms, a separate living, dining and kitchen area with soaring ceilings.

With a north-east aspect, the wraparound balcony enjoys breezes and views of the Brisbane River.

In addition, there’s 3,000m² of private manicured gardens which have direct access to the river.

Don’t miss this opportunity to secure this irreplaceable residence prior to auction.

4 BED 4+ BATH 2 CAR +STUDY +POOL +GYM

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AUCTION Today Wed 13 Mar at 6pm Place Auction Rooms, 33 Lytton Rd, East Brisbane INSPECT By appointment

SIMON CAULFIELD 0437 935 912 COURTNEY MAGUIRE 0401 031 668 PLC-OP0005_BN_C

WALAN KANGAROO POINT

8/2 Scott Street

Standing tall among the illustrious Kangaroo Point riverfront precinct, Walan shines in its surrounds.

The dynamic form, inspired by the Kangaroo Point Cliffs, is a landmark building, setting a benchmark for architectural design. Boasting oak timber floors, integrated European appliances, and designer finishes, this full-floor residence exceeds expectations. Premium features include an expansive balcony, guest bedroom with ensuite, separate library and study area, second living space and full length double corridors that guarantee cooling breezes and cross ventilation throughout.

4 BED 3 BATH 3 CAR +2 LIVING +POOL +GYM

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FOR SALE INSPECT Sat 11 – 11:30am or by appointment

SIMON CAULFIELD 0437 935 912 COURTNEY MAGUIRE 0401 031 668 PLC-OP0005_BN_D

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FOR SALE INSPECT By appointment mid-week & Saturdays

2103/59 Byron Street

Riverfront residence available to view now. Designed by award-winning architects Arkhefield, Barca Bulimba reflects craftsmanship, rich detailing and luxury river living. With an expansive north-facing frontage, high ceilings and one of the largest internal and external living spaces on offer, we are excited to present residence 2103. Complete with two car secure garage, on-floor storage and direct entry via a private lift. This is a luxury lifestyle choice that fosters a tangible connection to the world outside; something truly rare.

3 BED 2 BATH 2 CAR +POOL

JASON CHAFFEY 0408 208 939 SIMON CAULFIELD 0437 935 912 COURTNEY MAGUIRE 0401 031 668

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ZAHRA NEW FARM

55 Oxlade Drive

Presenting 234m2 of premium designer living, this prestigious new apartment is located in one of Brisbane’s most coveted addresses. Featuring an interior graced with clean lines, luxury finishes, and an intelligent, flowing layout that highlights the mesmerising river vistas from the balcony, there is no compromise – this apartment has been crafted for those that enjoy the finer things in life.

Positioned in the thriving suburb of New Farm, this residence is complemented by an enviable lifestyle moments from the Brisbane CBD.

3 BED 2+ BATH 2 CAR

FOR SALE INSPECT Sat 10 – 11am, 2 – 3pm & Sun 10 – 11am or by appointment

MICHAEL HATZIFOTIS 0414 048 604

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SHOWCASE COORPAROO

6 Orion Street

Set on an elevated 620m2 block in one of Coorparoo’s most desirable streets, this imposing architecturally designed home, with expansive frontage, is guaranteed to impress. With the help of an intelligent floor plan and numerous luxury inclusions, the interior achieves an undeniable sense of space and comfort. Spreading five bedrooms, gourmet kitchen and a series of living and entertaining areas across two levels, this home is a showcase of contemporary living at its best. Auction day is sale day! Do not miss out on this opportunity!

5 BED 3 BATH 4 CAR +POOL

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AUCTION Wed 3 Apr at 6:30pm Place Auction Rooms, 33 Lytton Rd, East Brisbane INSPECT Thu 6:30 – 7pm, Sat 12 – 12:30pm & Sun 12 – 12:30pm

FRANK LOMBARDI 0402 132 182 COURTNEY MAGUIRE 0401 031 668 PLC-OP0005_BN_G

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PRIOR TO AUCTION

CITYSCAPE BRISBANE CITY

32 Macrossan Street

Admiralty Quays… Embrace the river city panorama from level 27. This 286m² riverfront apartment is being offered for the first time in 17 years. Designed to showcase the stunning easterly aspect of the cityscape, Story Bridge and Brisbane River with an open plan layout featuring banks of sliding glass doors that give way to a curvaceous balcony. Natural light and cooling breezes are assured.

Walk to Eagle Street Pier and the Howard Smith Wharves... This is your chance to secure a vibrant inner-city lifestyle with views to match… For more visuals and floor plans visit judygoodger.com

3 BED 3 BATH 2 CAR + POWDER ROOM

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PALATIAL BULIMBA

51 Brisbane Street

This two-level entertainer is spread over a beautifully landscaped 1,010m2 in prominent Bulimba.

Having stood since 1906, this six bedroom residence has undergone a magnificent renovation and is utterly equipped for every facet of family life. Every member of the household will find space to enjoy, whether it be in the formal lounge, gourmet kitchen, formal dining room, family room or music room. The lower level of the home offers an impressive platform for entertaining, while the expansive garage allows for more than six cars.

6 BED 4 BATH 6 CAR

AUCTION Wed 20 Mar at 6pm Place Auction Rooms, 33 Lytton Rd, East Brisbane INSPECT Sat 10 – 10:30am

SARAH HACKETT 0488 355 553

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GRANDEUR BRIDGEMAN DOWNS

58 Retreat Street

Sprawled across 2.5 acres of manicured grounds, this palatial marvel emanates unabated luxury.

Reminiscent of opulent manors from periods past, this residence will leave you captivated with its award-winning design and level of detail. The 800m2 interior is graced with an array of natural materials and comprises a series of versatile spaces, providing countless spots to relax, dine and entertain. Positioned within Brisbane’s renowned ‘Millionaire’s Row’, this statement home offers a lifestyle suited to those who enjoy the finer things in life.

5 BED 4 BATH 7 CAR +POOL +TENNIS COURT

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AUCTION Sat 30 Mar at 3:30pm, On-site INSPECT Sat 1 – 2pm & Sun 12:30 – 1:30pm

BRENTON FAEHRMANN 0414 892 990 MORGAN STEVENSON 0431 064 833 PLC-OP0005_BN_J

ENTERTAINER NORMAN PARK

87 Agnew Street

Perched on a hillside in highly sought-after Poets’ Corner, enjoying stunning city and suburban views, this impressive family home places priority on rela xed living spaces, unparalleled entertaining areas and dual living. Featuring four levels of premier designer living, with high quality fixtures and fittings, it is a luxury family home as much as it is an entertainer’s dream. Showcasing contemporary style at its finest, the home is well designed to accommodate the whole family and is well equipped with every modern convenience you could wish for.

5 BED 3+ BATH 2 CAR +RUMPUS +OFFICE +LIFT +POOL

TENDER Closing Tue 26 Mar at 5pm INSPECT Wed 5:30 – 6:30pm & Sat 10 – 10:30am

PAULA PEARCE 0417 433 098

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Coastal lifestyle Embrace a grand island lifestyle at this ocean-facing residence where multiple levels of covered balconies and a thoughtful use of glass captures panoramic beach vistas.

The 1776sq m block offers ample space for outdoor recreation, while the three levels provide a range of living options.

The main entry is located on the middle level, preceded by a double carport with additional storage.

This floor has three bedrooms with ocean views, including two bedrooms with built-in wardrobes and access to a wraparound balcony. They share a bathroom with double vanity.

The main bedroom is an opulent retreat with timber floors, a walk-in wardrobe, laundry and a private balcony. Its ensuite is enclosed in floor-to-ceiling glass and features a sunken spa bath, glass shower and ocean-facing balcony.

A central stairway with glass balustrade leads up to the top floor, which is adorned in polished timber flooring and high raked ceilings.

Stairs connect the living room to a kitchen featuring marble benchtops,

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stainless-steel appliances, a breakfast bar and lantern-style pendant lighting.

The adjoining dining room has sliding glass doors out to a covered timber balcony.

Downstairs, the lower level creates a separate living environment with a bathroom, kitchen, living room and two bedrooms, including one with built-in wardrobe.

The kitchen has marble benchtops and high-quality appliances.

POINT LOOKOUT 23 George Nothling Dr Land: 1776sq m Inspect: By appointment Agent: Dwight Ferguson and Alexander Shean, Ray White Ascot; ph: 3868 7500, 0412 385 720 (DF) or 0414 841 085 (AS) Auction: 1/138 Racecourse Rd, Ascot, March 28, 6pm

56 Phalerum Avenue

Presenting an outstanding opportunity in the desirable, family friendly enclave of Seven Hills is this beautifully presented five bedroom family home with magnificent city and suburban views. Located in a quiet cul-de-sac on an 804m2, this is a premium offering for discerning buyers seeking the picture perfect lifestyle that you’ll be proud to call “home”. Quality family homes of this calibre present themselves very rarely. After 23 years living here the owner’s instructions are clear. The property will be sold by public auction on-site at Saturday 30 March at 9am.

5 BED 2+ BATH 2 CAR +POOL

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AUCTION Sat 30 Mar at 9am, On-site INSPECT Sat 11 – 11:30am & Thu 6 – 6:30pm

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BULIMBA 14 Duke Street LARGER THAN LIFE, BLUECHIP LOCATION An impressive entertainer’s house on arguably the best street in beautiful Bulimba, and just metres off trendy Oxford Street. This six-bedroom contemporary home is a large hub for a busy family wanting it all – location, size, modern design and even a swimming pool. There’s a level lawn space for kids and pets while Bulimba Memorial Park is so close it can be viewed from the enormous kitchen, dining and terrace area. There really isn’t a better option for a family wanting the convenience of living within a much-loved lifestyle destination.

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Swimming pool, level lawn area, park views Multiple shared entertaining areas, study Timber floors, high ceilings, a/c, security Triple garage w internal access, storeroom

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BULIMBA 58 Pine Street Cnr 175 Brisbane Street 1,222M2 WALKING DISTANCE TO OXFORD STREET • • • •

Pine Street address, two street frontage 1,222m2 corner block, 300m off Oxford Street Potential splitter block Development potential, multiple options

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BALMORAL 27 Bolan Street ACREAGE STYLE LIVING INNER CITY LIFESTYLE The beauty of this solid rendered brick property is that most of the updating has been done. The potential to accommodate a growing family is extraordinary with an enormous downstairs rumpus/study/gymnasium level, seven bedrooms, four bathrooms, study ,formal dining room with wet bar,and a beautifully appointed kitchen. A wide balcony offers the ideal outdoor entertaining space with wonderful views and breezes overlooking the Brisbane River and Hamilton Cruise Ship Terminal.

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Peaceful street, walk to schools and cafes Enormous downstairs rumpus/gym/office Renovated kitchen and formal dining room Triple-car garage, wide deck with views

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View As advertised or by appointment Auction Saturday 16 March at 3.30pm Contact 07 3899 8588 Tony O'Doherty 0466 442 674 Luke Batchelor 0432 448 147

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BULIMBA 15 Wordsworth Street ARCHITECTURAL MASTERPIECE • • • • •

Beautiful Vokes and Peters renovation Luxuriously integrated kitchen, dining and living Seamlessly blends indoor/outdoor green living 22 Meter frontage 607m2 block Premium fittings, marble finishes and bespoke lighting

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View As advertised or by appointment For Sale Best Offers By 3pm Tuesday March 26th Contact 07 3899 8588 Tony O'Doherty 0466 442 674 Luke Batchelor 0432 448 147

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WEYBA DOWNS 108-142 Tidswell Road THE SUNSHINE COAST’S MOST EXCLUSIVE OPPORTUNITY - NE facing, over 300m of water frontage, 40.52Ha of mostly cleared land - Watercraft access to Noosa River via Lake Weyba’s pristine waters - Elevated & private, once in a lifetime opportunity to secure the very best - Concepts and further details available upon request - Opportunity to secure neighbouring 44.41Ha block with additional 500m water frontage & equally superb outlook

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40.52 n View as advertised or by appointment For Sale $30,000,000 Contact 07 5415 0700 John Stamp 0423 042 787 Ben Radcliff 0416 087 779

Riverside attraction There’s a lot to love about this stunning apartment, nestled by the river in Kangaroo Point.

Occupying the fourth floor of the award-winning Mon Reve River Apartments complex, the 203sq m residence is immaculately presented and embraces enviable views across the Brisbane River and Story Bridge.

Inside, neutral-toned walls and floors adorn the property, while an outdoor fireplace is a standout feature.

With striking white cabinetry, ample storage, a breakfast bar and stainless steel appliances of the highest quality, the openplan kitchen takes pride of place in the home, seamlessly blending out towards an entertaining deck outside through sliding glass doors. A thoughtful use of glass throughout the apartment allows for glimpses of the idyllic riverside location from multiple angles.

There is a huge focus on outdoor dining and entertaining, with two separate decks, one with reclaimed Spotted Gum external feature walls. Two bedrooms are conveniently positioned at opposite ends of the property for privacy, each with

direct access to a balcony. The main bedroom is treated to idyllic river views, and is complemented by a luxurious ensuite along with a generous walk-in wardrobe, while the second bedroom is fitted with a built-in wardrobe and serviced by an additional modern bathroom.

Additional features include two car parking spaces, an on-site gymnasium, intercom access for security and a resortstyle swimming pool surrounded by landscaped gardens.

POINT ARKWRIGHT 9/14 Jubilee Esplanade AN AUSTRALIAN IKON. ARCHITECTURAL TOUR DE FORCE • Beachfront residence designed by the award winning Frank Macchia • Located in the boutique 'Ikon' complex in the prestigious Point Arkwright • Panoramic 360 degree ocean & hinterland views from the rooftop terrace • Convenient, private lift access from the double lockup basement garage • Walls of glass to take in the views & to capture the cooling sea breeze • Direct surf beach access to the south with excellent year round swimming

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KANGAROO POINT 23/98 Thorn St Apartment: 203sq m Inspect: By appointment Agent: Judi O’Dea and Michael Kleimeyer, Ray White Paddington; ph: 3369 6488, 0417 009 635 (JO) or 0401 691 631 (MK) Auction: Darling & Co, March 27, 6pm

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CONTEMPORARY RIVERFRONT MASTERPIECE - 858M2

17 Arbour Street, SHERWOOD

This brand new 548m2 architecturally designed modern luxury riverfront home is located in the most beautiful natural setting on a whisper quiet street on a massive 858m2 block with an incredible 17.4m of river frontage. Featuring stylish designer kitchen and large scullery, multiple living areas, master retreat with luxury ensuite, tiled pool overlooking river, wine cellar and much more.

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Master with walk in robe, ensuite and courtyard access Exclusive interior designer colour scheme by Estelle Elliot Designs Miele appliances with stone benchtops throughout Zoned & ducted climate control with additional ceiling fans Separate study desk, butlers pantry and laundry with storage solutions available Open plan living area flows seamlessly to your fully fenced courtyard Water, gas and electricity connections in courtyard Dual secure carparks with CCTV surveillance, swipe only access from garage Pet friendly

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'Green Leaves' - Hilltop 2,605m2 - Subdivision Potential Available for sale for the first time in five decades. Elevated with a northerly aspect and sweeping views, the charming 1920’s Queenslander is flanked by a North/South lawn tennis court, swimming pool and mature gardens. Your options include renovating the gracious home to create a rare prestigious residence, re-build or re-develop the land by way of sub-division*. The blue-chip location is just 150m to St Peters and walking distance to Indooroopilly Shopping Town and railway and only a short drive to UQ and the CBD. *subject to Council approval For more information: www.dixonfamily.net.au

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Elegant Riverside Estate Be prepared to fall in love with the beauty of this distinctive contemporary home with a hint of Art Deco influence. This private riverside estate will create family memories filled with regular tennis matches, lap swimming, riverside entertaining and family gatherings. Or simply to unwind and relax within the serenity of the residence and its grounds. Discreetly located at the end of a cul-de-sac lined with prestigious properties, the tranquillity of its location belies its proximity to city living.

For more information: www.dixonfamily.net.au

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Fig Treet Pocket | 31 Rivergum Place Auction On Site | Saturday 30 March 4:00pm Inspect | Saturday 1:00pm - 2:00pm Patrick Dixon 0414 817 817

John Fredericks 0408 006 882

Luxury living This striking property was designed by architect Shaun Lockyer and sits on an impressive 48.3m-wide stretch along the Brisbane River.

Constructed by Hutchinson Builders, Balaam extends over three levels and exudes luxury from the outset.

There’s a pond and a three-car garage by the main entrance, while the ground floor interiors comprise a playroom and gymnasium with a shower and sauna, a bedroom with an ensuite, and a lounge room with glass doors to a waterfront terrace.

Outside, there’s a huge scope for family entertainment, with an open-air fire pit, children’s cubby house and animal enclosure, several secure play areas, and a cantilevered heated pool with an adjoining bar and kitchen.

These spaces offer sweeping river and city skyline vistas.

A lift and an internal staircase provides access to the upper levels of the property and the main living area.

Oriented towards the water, the adjoining balcony has glass balustrades for uninterrupted views.

Luxury continues in the kitchen, which boasts timber cabinetry, an island breakfast bar, a butler’s pantry and a suite of quality appliances.

Also on the middle level are a media room and four bedrooms.

On the upper floor of the house sits the main bedroom, with highlights including a balcony, dual walk-in wardrobes and ensuites and a parents’ retreat space.

Completing the level are a library and the final two bedrooms.

HAMILTON 33B Harbour Rd Land: 1609sq m Inspect: By appointment Agent: Matt Lancashire, Ray White New Farm; ph: 3254 1022 or 0416 476 480 Auction: 612 Brunswick St, New Farm, March 26, 6pm

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Sitting on a 1,117m2 allotment with 20m river frontage, this wonderful home offering multiple shared living and dining zones presents a prime opportunity for those seeking an absolute riverfront lifestyle with more liveable space.

Enjoy the perfect northerly aspect on the river with terraced gardens flowing past the sprawling pool to the bank of the river with its own pontoon.

Westlake | 245 Westlake Drive Auction On Site | Saturday 30 March 2:00pm Inspect | Thursday 5:30pm - 6:00pm Saturday 10:30am - 11:00am

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Saturday 16th March

Plus, plus, plus… Take one look at this impressive Wavell Heights home and you’ll see why there are too many pluses for us to list here! Seriously – this home has to be seen to appreciate all it has to offer as there are just too many features to list here.

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Add in the convenient location of one of Brisbane’s most soughtafter suburbs and this property is undoubtedly a not-to-be-missed investment opportunity.

Sophisticated living spaces in a familyfriendly design are the hallmarks of this contemporary property.

Interior features include a 5.7m ceiling void in the entry foyer, tiled flooring, and open-plan lounge and dining spaces with plenty of natural light.

The kitchen boasts quality appliances and an island breakfast bar.

Nearby are glass doors to a terrace, yard

MT GRAVATT EAST 31 Spence St Land: 647sq m Inspect: Today (Wed, Mar 13), 6-6.30pm Agent: Stan Egawa, Place Sunnybank; ph: 3193 8788 or 0466 999 300 Auction: On site, March 30, 11am

and pool. Four of five bedrooms sit on the upper level of the house; each has a builtin wardrobe, and two have access to a balcony.

The main bedroom contains a walk-in wardrobe and ensuite.

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7 Restrict (5) Life can sometimes seem frustrating, 8 Make believe (7) especially when circumstances feel GEMINI beyond your control. Now is a time for (May – June 21)deeply (7) 11 21 Impress quiet contemplation rather than hard Many people are at odds with each 14 Close of daytime (7) work. Grab a holiday if you can. If other just now. Some are overbearing, 17 others Italian d.1882 while hidepatriot, their heads in the (9) relationships are an issue, trust that you’re not the one at fault. You may sand. advice: no one wants 18 Best Minor planet (8) an need to give a partner or friend time to uninvited opinion, even if it is good 19 Fantastic notionretrograde (7) get themselves sorted. advice.

This week’s Mercury 21 unexpected Item of clothing brings upheavals.(7) Upsets, CAPRICORN surprises, disruptions –(6) all are possible.

22 Quietened

9 Sailor (6) 1 Fall of rotter in law-suit (7) 10 Traitor (8) 1 A coin’s tossed in a 2 She outweek’s for the 12 Vividly expressive (8) Solution tocleans last puzzle gambling situation (6) steward (9) 13 Little wave (6) R bound A D Ato WbeL broken U NbyH I 3 T C H B Eaunt S I D 15EWithout S U added P S Twater A R (4) T 4BLeg A person’s character A D N Y isRupsetOabout (6) L I I 16 Enjoying O N special L W heavy stick M (8) A rightsU Dfor U D G5 E N C R A C K E R V Iarrangement S E D O L 9RAEtense PutOdown face upA(4)E R O S (10) I T body E (6)E R 6V E left him with T R 19 Meant I Oto avoid N W N B governing the Flattery aL A R C O Tnasty I C hangover S D E N I(4-6) G R A T E A Business I S L EheadNshows 10 (8) A B O V E humiliation R E R W N I P 20 Something C R (4) R resolution (8) 7N BuildTstraight up (5) boring I V O R Y M U D D Y E R O D R O M E T E N T A T I V E 12A Iran says it’s uneasy 8 Beginning the northern 23 Absolute truth (6) A L A N I S R I about an ancient neighbour climb (7) 25 To hamper (8) (December 22 – January 20) B R O O M D I R E C T O R S A S F O R L A N D S C A P E 24 Capture by assault (5) (8) 11 Sailor in strange place is 27 Profitable (8) Cast off all your worries, Capricorn.

CANCER U P M O U U C R A C S A 13F Old man’s edgy efficient (7) 28 Postpone indefinitely (6) Work, career and family have all been in 26 Helpful suggestion (4) (June 22 – July 22) M I S E R R E C U R A I R T R A D E C R A F T S M A N companion?

(6) S 14TStone jar with nickel 29 Diffidence (8) a process of transformation – and it’s With Mercury retrograde, this week try F N H A E G U N R A I E R N 15E Classical maid been a struggle. Thankfully, any heavy to correct mistakes and reconcile I N (7) E G R A secured N I T (6) E V I D E N Twho R A T Llining S U C C U 30 M Not B properly always the last in the feelings start to lighten. This should help differences. Perhaps resume studies or Ohad F E word T (4)A 17NPerformance O I C Down A E N B S R E 16 Tank ease your overwrought mind. Thoughtmeet up with old friends. Professionally, S Accomplished E N A T O Rboxers H are E X Atheatre G O Nswitched toDopen E SairC E 1 N D for Rstoring E T Rwater E A (7) T unhappy if they have to be (9) 2 French patriot, d. 1431 provoking Mercury offers fresh decide what truly drives you, such as (7,3) (4,2,3) solutions to old problems. Your life is up freedom of thought and performance.

Cryptic 18 Didn’t stay uninhabited Quick 19 Unhealthy antagonism?

(8) 3 Confederacy (6) for restructure in the best possible way.

If you’re still dissatisfied in a few weeks’ 1 Besides, 5 Upstart, 9 Aerosol, 10 Cracker, 11 Above, 12 Denigrate, 13 Tentative, 15 Muddy, isle, 12 Narcotics, (3,7) 13 Aerodrome, 1519Ivory, Confines oneAcross: after 5 Highest point (4) time, start circulating your resumé.

Landscape, 21 Craftsman, 24 Recur, 25 Succumb, 26 AQUARIUS Granite, 27 Descend, 28 Retreat.

26 Ratline, 2720Senator, 28(4)Hexagon.another, we hear16 Hold the fort (7)As for, 18 6 Unfit to be eaten (8) 23 Fancied the cheaper sort 21 Cleaned down (7) 7 Restrict (5) (January 21 – February 18) LEO of cigarettes (6) 8 Honesty, 22 14 Odd pieces ofDown: money (6) 8 Make believe (7) This7week’s task: reflection and (July423Solid, – August 23) 1 Blatant, 2 Sirloin, 3 Disrepair, 5 Unconcern, 6 Slang, Awkward, 8 Turnery, 14 rwear, 6 Hydro, 7 Trevino, 25 End a hotel employee 24 Dance around pal, OK? 11 Impress deeply (7) correction. This isn’t the time to push on A backward moving Mercury isn’t Islamabad, 15 Miscreant, 16 Accused, 17 Francis, 19 Ascribe, 20 Earnest, 22 Truce, 23 Niger. ng, 20 Surgeon, 22 Theft, 23 Earth. strike (8) (5) 14 Close of daytime (7) blindly, especially as important pushing the work ethic right now. More 27 Uncle perhaps? That 26 Adds up the numbers of 17 Italian patriot, d. 1882 (9) decisions need to be made. For many, inclined for pampering, you’ve found would be telling! (8) infants (4) 18 Minor planet (8) this points to relationships that have the release button on responsibility.

28 Battle suit (6) QUICK CLUES 19 Fantastic notion (7) fallen out of step. If your love nest is You’re freer to enjoy more time with 29 Careless example of hit Across 21 Item of clothing (7) feeling a tad tepid, reignite the embers loved ones. Sort the aims that are worth and run (8) 1 Coax (6) 22 Quietened (6) or talk problems through – thoughtfully pursuing from those that aren’t. Discuss 30 Checked in, in a rush 4 International tennis 24 Capture by assault (5) and truthfully. ideas with like-minded souls.

(6) trophy (5,3) 26 Helpful suggestion (4) CROSSWORD ANSWERS. CRYPTIC: Across: 1 Casino, 4 Bludgeon, 9 Senate, 10 Firmness, 12 Assyrian, 13 Scythe, 15 Echo, 16 Carried out, 19 Ill feeling, 20 Keep, 23 Tipped, 25 Stoppage, 27 Relation, 28 Action, 29 Slapdash, 30 Reined. Down: 1 Cascade, 2 Seneschal, 3 Nature, 5 Laid, 6 Damocles, 7 Erect, 8 Nascent, 11 Capable, 14 Granite, 17 Operation, 18 Deserted, 19 Interns, 21 Preened, 22 Specie, 24 Polka, 26 Tots.

QUICK: Across: 1 Cajole, 4 Davis Cup, 9 Seaman, 10 Renegade, 12 Eloquent, 13 Ripple, 15 Neat, 16 Privileged, 19 Face-saving, 20 Drag, 23 Gospel, 25 Encumber, 27 Economic, 28 Shelve, 29 Timidity, 30 Adrift.

Down: 1 Cistern, 2 Joan of Arc, 3 League, 5 Apex, 6 Inedible, 7 Cramp, 8 Pretend, 11 Engrave, 14 Evening, 17 Garibaldi, 18 Asteroid, 19 Figment, 21 Garment, 22 Hushed, 24 Storm, 26 Hint.

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