PEOPLE & PROPERTY OF MELBOURNE
FEBRUARY 22-28, 2023
MARIA THATTIL
NEW BOOK ON SELF-DISCOVERY
DRINKS
CHEERS TO ALL THAT SPARKLES
TRAVEL
STUNNING SA ESCAPE
CA SEY DONOVA N & LORINDA M AY MERRY POR
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Most of us learnt a bit of Shakespeare at school. For some it was Hamlet, others maybe Macbeth, but for most, it was the bard’s star-crossed lovers Romeo and Juliet. But in the new musical, & Juliet, the tragic heroine says “see-ya” to Romeo and forges her own path. One of our cover stars, Lorinda May Merrypor, takes the title role. The other, theatre mainstay Casey Donovan, plays Juliet’s nurse – but not quite as you’d remember her. Instead, she belts out songs by Katy Perry, Ariana Grande and P!nk. In this week’s cover story, the women spoke to us about how exciting it is to portray these strong female roles. ●
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OUR COVER \ Casey Donovan and Lorinda May Merrypor. Photographed by Kristoffer Paulsen
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BOOKS
Maria Thattil tells her story of triumph over trauma in a new book. Wo r d s JA N E R O C CA
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hen model and media personality Maria Thattil became the third person of colour to represent and win Miss Universe Australia in its 70-year history in 2020, she did more than break the norms. Now, she’s rewriting the rule book, and growing her fan base. Thattil used the pageant platform to launch a media career and has just released her first book, Unbounded. It’s an autobiographical self-help guide that traverses her experiences of dealing with racism, bullying and identity politics. She shares stories of teenage selfharm, coming out in her 20s and finding peace through spirituality. You might also remember Thattil from Channel 10’s I’m a Celebrity … Get Me Out Of Here! on which she came out as bisexual, to much fanfare from the tabloids. Until a few weeks ago, she kept her private love life away from the media,
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you want to get help,” Thattil says. “I share a personal story about my incident of self-harm at 14. I remember being that age and the toll it took on me – it was compounded by racism and bullying. “I didn’t understand as a child what was happening. I would get up and go to school and I numbed it and repressed it. “It continued until my 20s when I finally accepted what had happened and understood it. “I have a lot of my own trauma from coming out to self-sabotaging, but knowing you need to talk to someone is the start of that unravelling.” Thattil, who now describes herself as pansexual, plans to work on a project later this year with her brother Dominic – who is gay and bore the brunt of parental friction when he came out. “There was a lot of conflict in the family home when my brother came out,” she says. “But through a lot of perseverance and uncomfortable conversations, we got through and are closer than ever. “My parents had to overcome their views of the world and step into the way their children think. That isn’t easy for anyone set in their ways aged in their 50s and 60s, but they proved you could do it.” ● UNBOUNDED \ Out now through Penguin Australia.
but has since declared she’s happily in love with TikTok star Jorgee Rae. “I have always been somebody influenced by other human stories,” says Thattil, who was raised in Melbourne by Indian parents who migrated to Australia in the ’90s. “When I had hard moments in life and pulled myself out of those tough situations, it was always someone else’s story I connected with and that gave me the courage to speak up with my own.” Unbounded is her battle-scarred tell-all. From queer identity to
questioning her family’s strict Catholic faith to being the child of immigrants, she leans into all the uncomfortable parts of growing up and finding the courage to come out. Thattil hopes her new book will help those asking questions, who need a little spiritual and self-help guidance, and let them know they are not alone. “I know people will connect with my vulnerabilities,” she says. Thattil completed a bachelor’s degree in applied science and majored in psychology at RMIT. She got half-
way through her honours year before working in fashion retail for a few years. She later enrolled in a master of management at Melbourne Business School, worked in HR and then as a talent acquisition partner at the North East Link Project. All roads eventually led to a desire to enter Miss Universe Australia. She was in and out of relationships – some toxic, some pleasant – but she was constantly questioning why she didn’t feel like she fitted in. “I think it’s important to let people know it’s okay to struggle and admit
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Shakespeare’s ladies flip the script Casey Donovan and Lorinda May Merrypor star in & Juliet .
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COVER STORY The stars of & Juliet bring female role models to the stage in a retelling of the famous love story.
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here’s a good chance you’d never seen a collaboration between Shakespeare and the writer behind Schitt’s Creek coming. But then, you’re unlikely to have conceived of the updated take on Romeo and Juliet by David West Read (the awardwinning writer of Schitt’s Creek), in which the bard’s tragic romance is reconfigured with a happier ending for the female lead. That’s the premise behind the new musical & Juliet, where the heroine realises Romeo isn’t all that and runs off to Paris. In it, does Juliet belt out Britney Spears’ Oops … I Did It Again? Tick. Are there songs sung by the Backstreet Boys, Katy Perry and P!nk? Yep. All in all, there are 30 songs by hitmaker Max Martin (and friends), making the musical one in which you’re likely to know most of the words. Lorinda May Merrypor, who plays the titular part of Juliet, feels that her character is an improvement on some of the female leads in musicals past, such as Sandy – played by Olivia Newton-John – in the movie Grease. “When you think about it, Sandy had to change everything about herself to be with Danny,” she says. “I think it’s such a better role model that we’re coming up with now. “To have these women who take back the reins, who are like, ‘I am who I am, and that’s just me. If you don’t like it, we’re not going to work it out.’ And that’s what Juliet does. She’s like, ‘I need to live my own life. And if you fit into that, then that’s great. But I don’t need a man to fulfil me’.” Merrypor doesn’t simply talk about empowerment; she lives it. Consider how she won this sought-after role, for instance, in a play that has already won raves on the West End and Broadway. Having been a performer since she was “tiny”, Merrypor says she knew she had done the work to deserve the role, and it was time to go after it. But how to actually win it? Positive visualisation didn’t hurt. “I had this weird thing that every time I was in the bathroom, I would write ‘Juliet’ in the
mist on the shower screen while I was auditioning. I thought, I really want this, and I’m going to do anything in my power to make this happen. Working my butt off, learning all the material, but also thinking about it constantly. I watched every YouTube video that existed about & Juliet. There’s a lot of work that goes into it, but you have to believe that it’s possible as well.” Not that she was always surrounded by those who saw her full potential. “I grew up in Rockhampton, which is not a big city, and my dreams when I was younger seemed like maybe a bit of a fantasy to some people. There were definitely [those] who said, ‘You should have a back up!’ ” Through COVID-19 she started to think they were right. “There were a lot of jobs out there that I wasn’t getting and I didn’t understand what it
But playing Angelique was another drawcard for Donovan: “It’s a confident [part] – she’s a strong woman who wants to take the best care of Juliet and make sure she’s on the straight and narrow, but she also has her own heartbreak and her own love.” For Merrypor, the fact that there is diversity – “racial diversity, body diversity, gender nonconformity” – was another reason to love the show, especially as it provides role models. She lists her own encounters with public figures Brooke Blurton and Maria Thattil as pinch-me moments, saying, “They’re people I have looked up to in the media for a number of years – and little brown girls as well.” She says “little brown girls” with nuance. Someone once told her: “There will always be work for you, because you’re brown.” “It was like that was the reason I would get work, not because of my talents or ... hard
“It’s just absolutely amazing ... It’s great to have such a broad spectrum of representation.” CASEY DONOVAN
was. But I came to the point where I thought, something has to give, and I took a few months to 100 per cent focus on myself ... I started feeling a lot happier – working out and eating better, all those kinds of self-love things – and I think it turned into something great.” Rob Mills stars as playwright William Shakespeare in the show, and Casey Donovan stars as Juliet’s nurse, Angelique. Donovan was immediately wowed by the show’s premise and the fact that it made for a diverse theatrical offering. “It’s just absolutely amazing to see [how things have progressed in musical theatre]. It’s great to have such a broad spectrum of representation.” For example, Juliet’s pal in the show is a non-binary person.
work,” she says. “Not because I’m any good, just because they need a person of colour.” Of course, that’s an absurd notion, and Merrypor joins a cast that is supremely talented. But even someone as seasoned as Donovan knows that finding one’s confidence is a step-by-step process. For her part, she makes a concerted effort to relax and talks to the cast to see how everyone is coping. “What I love about the musical theatre community is that there are a lot of shoulders to lean on,” she says. The end result is magic: “Each night is different. Someone new is watching the show every night, so you want it to be new and exciting for them each time.” ● & JULIET \ Regent Theatre from February 26
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It’s our time to sparkle
French wineries are being wooed by Australia’s beautiful bubbly.
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he Australian premium sparkling bubble has burst onto the world stage, and it’s got the French in a fine fizz, thanks to coolclimate grape growers giving champagne makers a reason to see what all the fuss is about. Australian winemaker and sparkling wine specialist Trina Smith, who usually spends her time in the Barossa, has collaborated with GH Mumm’s chef de cave Laurent Fresnet (a native of Champagne in France), to release Mumm Tasmania. It’s a world first for the reputed brand – with the
French heading south to chime in on the success of the region. “It’s been a conversation long in the making to get to this point with GH Mumm,” says Smith of the collaboration that began three years ago. “Sparkling always takes a while to eventuate – you have to find the fruit, know your growers and know your blocks, hold it in tirage for two to three years,” she says. “Australian sparkling works due to its climate up north [of Tasmania] in the Pipers River and Tamar
WINE
Valley regions. The slightly cooler temperature and higher humidity helps keep temperature down, but also lets [it have] that long ripening period for acid retention.” Mumm Tasmania uses the French methode traditionnelle for its local sparkling. This allows the wines to fully develop their flavours and capture aromas of warm spices and red berries balanced with delicate acidity. Pirie is one of Tasmania’s leading premium sparkling makers, and senior winemaker Tom Wallace has perfected the art with a “late disgorged” drop valued at $145. It’s worth every penny – with grapes selected from parcels of chardonnay and pinot noir from the Tamar Valley. It takes 10 years to make, spending most of the decade on lees – the dead yeast cells left over from fermentation, which add complexity to the wine. “The main similarity between Tasmania and France is the coolness of the climate, but in Tasmania, we’re more consistent because we’re surrounded by the ocean,” Wallace says. “In France, Champagne is inland and the climate has become risky in the past few years – acquiring vintages have become increasingly difficult. “The French winemakers are very keen to see what we do in Tasmania and there’s a great respect for it.” Tasmania’s House of Arras was named No.1 sparkling in the Decanter Magazine Top 100 wines of 2020 for its EJ Carr Late Disgorged 2004, which retails for $265 a bottle. The rise in its popularity globally has seen local consumers want a piece of the action, too. Sandy Mayo, chief marketing officer at Accolade Wines, says it’s the award-winning Arras that is giving consumers an alternative to champagne. “Arras has opened the eyes of the world by putting Australian sparkling on the world stage,” Mayo says. “What sets Arras apart from the rest is how much time it spends on lees – in some cases up to 14 years on tirage. The flavour is testament to the fruit and place it comes from, and it’s aged longer than champagne.” Mitchelton chief winemaker Natalie Cleghorn says Victoria is also delivering on its sparkling. “We’re seeing beautiful sparkling from the Yarra Valley, but there are other regions that historically have not been as well known for sparkling – such as Strathbogie, Western Australia and cool-climate regions like Orange – that are ones to watch.” ●
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FOOD
Worth the wait
A Patience is a virtue for Melburnians happy to queue for excellent eats. Wo r d s JA N E R O C CA
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re you one of the many people who join a food queue in Melbourne in the name of cuisine hype and foodie obsession? From bread to croissants, cakes to sandwiches and a whole lot more, Melburnians are giving new meaning to the game of follow-the-leader. Millennials might be the “foodie generation”, but they’re not the only ones who love to queue. Take Beatrix Bakes in North Melbourne as an example. This corner-store cake shop attracted pinnacle queue hysteria before and after the pandemic restrictions. It might have swapped bricks and mortar for online since, but the lengths Melburnians and
Hector’s Deli
visitors went to get a slice of the action was a sign of just how far people go for quality cravings. “A great queue is a community,” says Beatrix owner Natalie Pauli. “Our customers would chat to each other and to strangers about cakes they loved and wanted, how long they’d been Beatrixing – queue camaraderie.” We’ve rounded up some of those establishments that are still breaking queueing records and new ones to join the club. ●
111 MOOR STREET, FITZROY A new Hector’s sandwich store has won the hearts of Fitzrovians who no longer have to commute to its Richmond flagship – opened in 2017 – or its South Melbourne location. Pre-orders are welcome but queues can’t be swapped out. Think mushroom melts, fresh roast pork sandwiches or a chicken schnitzel sandwich with tarragon butter. Did we mention the brisket and mustard?
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206 BOURKE STREET, CBD
NORTH MELBOURNE
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This Michelin-starred dumpling
Admission to this bread club
Known to sell out of pastries within
chain comes with a TripAdvisor
requires simply an appreciation for
a few hours of opening, queues
warning: “Get there early to avoid
all things sourdough, French baked
still rule at this city icon. Lune
the queues.” The dim sum chain
pastries and fruit loaves that melt in
Croissanterie might have started in
from Hong Kong has hit the spot on
your mouth. This is a second store
Fitzroy, but the buzz for croissants
Bourke Street and, yes, the queues
for owners Tim Beylie and Bruce
and more has spilled over into the
are frantic. While it can easily seat
Antler, who pitch perfect baguettes,
city. From cookies-and-cream
120 people, everybody wants in on
sweet pastries and more. The
cruffins to peanut pretzel pain au
the action – think shrimp dumplings,
queues linger on weekends; proof
chocolate, the hysteria goes beyond
baked pork buns and other
it’s a pit stop worthy of the queue.
the shopfront to Instagram stories.
constantly good dim sum. ●
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When the vendors first saw this Edwardian-era arts-andcrafts style house, they immediately fell in love with it. “It’s amazing to think it was handcrafted over 100 years ago and is still super solid,” they say. Since moving in 15 years ago, the family have transformed it into a modern home. “When we moved in, the kitchen was a tiny lean-to with no room to crush a clove of garlic. We wanted to retain as much character of the old house as possible but build a modern renovation that catered to our family lifestyle”. To that end, soaring ceilings, Baltic pine floors, leadlight windows and original open fireplaces all remain, while the sleek open-plan contemporary kitchen and dining zone has Corian benchtops and integrated Miele appliances, including an induction cooktop. The vendors say, “the kitchen is an absolute dream, so a keen cook would make good use of it”. There’s also a north-facing servery window, which opens onto a central leafy courtyard with vibrant tessellated tiling and remote retractable awning, while the living room flows out to a second al fresco entertaining zone at the back, complete with pizza oven and ample green space. Recalling “so many great times hosting family and friends here”, the vendors note “the big kitchen window opens onto the courtyard for easy serving, and we have been known to throw ice into the third sink to turn it into a champagne bucket”. The three bedrooms are towards the front of the property, with two of them enjoying direct views of the decked private front garden. There’s also a separate laundry and powder
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room, a modern central bathroom with bath, plus split system air-conditioning, zoned hydronic system and gas
“I LOVE THE BEAUTIFUL PERIOD DETAIL AT THE FRONT WITH THE FEATURE BAY
ducted heating.
WINDOWS, WITH A MODERN TWIST AT THE BACK WITH WHITE CONCRETE
A study, with built-in Victorian Ash cabinetry and courtyard access, provides options for either homework or working from home. The vendors feel this flexibility, plus the location (a short walk to Ripponlea station, Carlisle Street trams, plus shops and esteemed schools) creates appeal for families or downsizers alike. “It’s super quiet even though it’s in the middle of everything, and the house is low maintenance, so anyone can move in and enjoy.” ● JOANNE BROOKFIELD property@domain.com.au
Agent: Jellis Craig, Jodie McCarthy 0438 072 055 Price: $1.65 million-$1.75 million Auction: 2pm, March 4
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ELWOOD \ 51 TENNYSON STREET 4
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light well for the hub and deck. Beyond the
office space, plus a second living room
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deck, you get a pretty plunge pool heralding
and separate laundry, make it ideal for a growing family to put their own stamp on.
the double garage. Upstairs, the main
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bedroom (with full trappings) opens to a
With its separate, sound-proofed studio,
The home is on about 412 square metres
this property will appeal to anyone
and is close to Ripponlea Village, public
Don’t adjust your glasses. With the living
with a bathroom sporting a freestanding
involved in music or podcasting. The
transport, the beach and the St Kilda
area of the open-plan hub flourishing glass
bath. Perambulate to Port Melbourne
interiors of this free-standing Edwardian
Botanical Gardens. ●
doors that fold away to a roomy deck
Primary and parklands. ● KAY KEIGHERY
house also lend themselves to those
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scenic balcony, and the minors cosy up
(with covered and open-air sections, a
with a creative eclectic aesthetic, given
built-in barbecue and fridge), the indoor-
its mix of French doors, sash windows,
outdoor boundaries here are not supposed
dark floorboards, exposed beams and
to be clear. Standing a storey taller than
brick and a Mediterranean-inspired family
Agent: Belle Property St Kilda,
its neighbours, the home offers four-
Agent: Cayzer,
room with a series of full-height arched
John Manning 0416 101 201
bedroom-plus-study accommodation.
Simon Carruthers 0438 811 601
windows looking into the paved courtyard
Price: $1.85 million-$1.95 million
The study looks over the front verandah.
Price: $3.4 million-$3.6 million
garden. Others might prefer to renovate,
Auction: 10.30am, February 25
Flow past the laundry, powder room and
Private sale
BRIGHTON \ 93A ROSLYN STREET
Facing the landscaped, north-facing
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plastering and open fireplaces in rooms of
garden, the kitchen features a butler’s
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generous sizes and ceiling heights. Updates
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over the years have created comfortable,
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modern living across five spaces
Designed to maximise northern light,
west-facing courtyard off the second living
with substantial glass windows and doors
area, plus heated floors, separate laundry,
When you think of Middle Park, it’s
separate office upstairs. An undercover
throughout its two levels, this brand-new
powder room and a double garage. ●
impossible not to think of the Victorian
decked area overlooks the garden, which
terraces that dominate the streetscapes.
leads to the secure double garage at the
The floor plan offers a choice of ground or
This one is located on the Canterbury
rear of the block. ●
first-floor main bedroom, while an upstairs
Road border, placing it opposite the green
bedroom with a built-in desk could also
spaces, sporting facilities and glittering
home offers both flexibility and luxury.
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function as a home office. Three-metre-
downstairs, with accommodation and a
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expanse of water that is Albert Park. It first
high ceilings add to the sense of space,
Agent: Marshall White,
appeared in the late 1880s and features
Agent: Marshall White,
while stone and timber finishes, including
Matthew Pillios 0408 145 982
a classic Hawthorn brick facade. The key
Nicholas Hoo 0435 728 272
a gas fireplace set in a marble feature wall,
Price: $2.6 million-$2.75 million
period details one would expect of this
Price: $3.75 million-$3.95 million
create a sophisticated interior scheme.
Auction: 11.30am, February 25
era have been preserved – ornamental
Auction: 1.30pm, February 25
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Uncompromising Design, Unparalleled Lifestyle, Golden Position Uniquely accommodating with a total of 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and multiple living and work spaces, this approx 609 sqm architecturally designed Golden Mile property is an unparalleled lifestyle opportunity with sitting-room/home-office, a soaring sunken lounge, dining flowing to poolside entertaining and a vine-draped studio apartment above a 2.5 garage; perfect as in-law, guest or au-pair quarters, and ideal as business-space. Expertly curated with a Miele and marble kitchen, polishedconcrete and hardwood floors, this climate-controlled home features hydronic heating, fireplaces & every extra from Tesla charging station, to laundry chute. Shining in north-westerly rear gardens with a sunny self-clean pool, this is a beachside lifestyle opportunity - steps to Ormond Rd shops or Elwood beach, and the station and tram within a walk.
Expressions of Interest: Close Monday 27th Feb at 4.00pm Guide: $5,900,000 - $6,300,000 Contact: Sam Gamon 0425 702 574 Torsten Kasper 0428 454 181
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Offering peace and beauty in the heart of Brighton, FiftyTwo Black is a collaboration of world-renowned designers including Nicholas Day and Jack Merlo, with New York’s Gregory Tuck and Meg Sharpe. With graciously house-like proportions, this unique collaboration has been designed with a private and elevated lifestyle in mind. RH branded furnished residences, the first in Australia. Only one available, enquire now to move in within 4 weeks. CONTACT Alex Bragilevsky 0478 401 247 | Kelgend Winters 0439 434 449
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BEAUMARIS 14 Coronet Grove AWARD-WINNING COASTAL CRAFTMANSHIP - Sweeping bay views, sumptuous solar/gas heated pool with spa
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- Iconic 5 bedroom 2 study 3.5 bathroom Peter Maddison design
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- Private lift, hydronic heating and 6-car basement garage with cellar - Metres to Rickett’s Point, walk to Black Rock Village and schools
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BRIGHTON 1/355 New Street LEADING-EDGE LUXURY WITH DESIGNER FLAIR Exuding a sleek and edgy vibe, this stunning townhouse, epitomises the renowned style of Loewe Projects. Premium finishes harmoniously unite with timber, glass, and concrete, creating a tantalising blend of warmth and coolness throughout the 3-level layout. Features include living/dining, study, top-notch kitchen, north-west deck, and a luxurious home theatre/2nd living space perfect for grandscale entertaining. Just steps away, indulge in the upmarket shops and dining options on Church and Bay Streets or take a leisurely stroll to the beach.
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Paul Hack 0418 328 055 Nicholas Peters 0422 393 709 Kyle Spinks 0418 555 333
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BRIGHTON 23 Rusden Street A BLANK-CANVAS CORNER AWAITS YOUR VISION Embrace the exciting potential to transform this single-level classic sited on an approx. 525m2 corner, with the two street frontages affording you fantastic flexibility to bring your vision to life. Owned by the same family since its construction, the current liveable and/or rentable home features living/dining, basic kitchen/family room, study, three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and sunny garden. Located on the edge of the new Elsternwick Park Nature Reserve and close to all essential amenities, this is a rare opportunity to revamp or reimagine (STCA).
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Sam Inan 0433 076 999 Maria Hunt 0413 187 188 Moses Habib 0450 011 922
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ELWOOD 4/14 Beach Avenue HUGE ART DECO WITH PRIVATE GARDEN & GARAGE Somethings in life are too good to be true, and this enormous character-rich Deco apartment is one of them. The cherry on top is the separate landscaped garden providing a personal haven to escape and relax. Nestled between the Village and the bay, it's one-of-a-kind featuring spacious living and dining rooms each graced with exquisite fireplaces, a renovated kitchen, a massive main bedroom, 2nd large bedroom and the added bonus of a garage. Framed by high ornate ceilings and floorboards, this stunning home truly has it all in a boutique block of 4.
AUCTION Saturday March 4 at 10:30am VIEW See website for details
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John Manning 0416 101 201 Will Johnson 0449 131 648 Costa Karabatsos 0404 046 631
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ELWOOD G01/1-3 Foam Street BRAND-NEW BAYSIDE BRILLIANCE Experience the epitome of contemporary class and high-end fashion in this brand-new, apartment. Part of a select group of 12 designed without compromise by acclaimed JCB Architects and Studio Tate, the home is perfect for the discerning buyer seeking a sophisticated lifestyle. The interior offers a calming organic modern design complete with spacious living/dining opening onto a landscaped entertaining deck, gourmet Miele kitchen and 2 luxurious bedrooms and bathrooms. Close to the beach and Elwood Village, it's the ultimate in bayside living.
AUCTION Saturday March 4 at 12:30pm VIEW See website for details
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Margaret Duncan 0417 382 686 John Manning 0416 101 201 Costa Karabatsos 0404 046 631
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ST KILDA EAST 1/11 Fulton Street
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EFFORTLESS LIFESTYLE LIVING IN A QUIET SETTING - Excellent floorplan designed to maximise comfort - Central living and dining with split-system air con and adjoining balcony - Big kitchen with gas stove and oven - Two spacious bedrooms, renovated bathroom with laundry facilities
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TOORAK 8/536 Toorak Road
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Spacious light filled 2 bedroom apartment situated at the rear of this boutique building of only 8, within a short walk to trams, cafes, restaurants and all that Toorak Village has to offer. This property would be perfect for the first home buyer or astute investor.
Maria Hunt 0413 187 188 Sam Inan 0433 076 999 Jesse Lorenz 0403 142 119
Nicholas Peters 0422 393 709 Paul Hack 0418 328 055 Shar Claridge 0402 170 732
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