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e are proud to share with you each week a selection of homes that we think represents the best of the Melbourne market. We hope that as readers you adore these properties and take the next steps to make one of them your own, a process grounded in the very real stress of mortgage applications, contract solicitors and spirited bidding. But sometimes, putting reality aside, we just want to lust after astonishingly beautiful homes – those that require a lotto win rather than a generous bank manager – and lose ourselves in imagining life at such an address, toes sinking into the thickest denier carpet as you pad through the property to dip them into a turquoise backyard pool. The cover home of New Living is a stunning example. Owned

by Melbourne catering supremos Chyka and Bruce Keebaugh, it’s the star of this week’s The Design Files column by Lucy Feagins. Located on the Mornington Peninsula, it’s one of those homes to lust after.

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On a sprawling acreage near one of the prettiest towns in the Shoalhaven region, a home that blends two architectural styles into one romantic package is seeking a new custodian.

The design was inspired by the sense of light and movement the owner remembered from childhood holidays in Italy. There’s also a strong connection to the outdoors, reminiscent of traditional Australian farmhouses.

From the entrance hall, catch glimpses through double doors to the lounge room, the vine-covered pergola and gardens beyond. A generous library makes working from home irresistible, especially in winter basking in the warmth of a double-sided fireplace. Hebel stone cladding was chosen for its insulating properties and the windows are oriented to catch breezes at night.

The most spectacular – dare we say, Italian? – feature of this property is the vast lake, featuring three islands and a colourful array of wildlife.

Carrie Bond of South Coast Prestige Properties is quoting a $2 million price guide. Bellissima.

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OUR COVER 19 Ewart Street, Malvern.

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ELTHAM 10 Kent Hughes Road $3.5 million-$3.8 million

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Unlike many suburbs, Eltham

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hides its flashiest real estate offerings, tucked away amid

furniture too, and with this

the bush roads that wind

many rooms to fill they may

through back hills and down

well need it.

to the Yarra. The secrecy

Expressions of interest:

makes their discovery all

close 5pm, August 13

the sweeter, as is the case

Agent: Morrison Kleeman,

with this property which juts

Rocco Montanaro

out over native landscaped

0412 379 171

garden to capture views of the river.

A new project from local builders Billings Long, the house is made from Coldstream stone and features massive ironbark posts, giant windows, American oak and polished concrete floors. Spread over three levels, with bathrooms as big as bedrooms, and bedrooms as large as living rooms, you’ll certainly never want for square meterage here.

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home theatre, study, wine

19 Ewart Street

154 Wellington Street

cellar and a butler’s pantry

$2.4 million-$2.64 million

$3.2 million-$3.5 million

There’s a rumpus room,

to end all butler’s pantries.

Not to be outdone, the

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with a fancy outdoor kitchen,

From the tree-lined street

infinity pool, spa and tennis

and classic Edwardian

court.

facade, to the sunny back

black and stone kitchen.

this luxury, contemporary

and a swimming pool.

living room, this property is

Auction: 12.30pm, August 10

property is sitting pretty.

Auction: 10.30am, August 10

a real charmer. Honourable

Agent: Jellis Craig,

It has it all – designer

Agent: Marshall White,

mention goes to the stylish

Kellie O’Neill 0414 652 231

appliances, quality materials,

James Tostevin 0417 003 333

Potential buyers will want to keep the beautiful

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On the cusp of the coveted

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Sackville Ward precinct,

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BRIGHTON 1 Lindsay Street 1b $3.3 million-$3.45 million

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The signature sweeping staircase of boutique firm Martin Friedrich Architects imparts sculptural drama while a lift alongside is the practical way to access four levels. There’s a basement garage with turntable;

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What the agent says

elegant living area and king-sized main bedroom; two further bedrooms alongside a study and a rumpus room.

Private sale Agent: Kay & Burton, Peter Kennett 0418 318 284

Edward Hobbs

Biggin & Scott

With the reduction in interest and serviceability rates, affordability has certainly increased with lots

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of opportunities now popping up.

468 Brunswick Road $1.1 million-$1.2 million

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HAWTHORN EAST

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A treetop setting comes courtesy of

13 Clive Road

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a steep drop at this site, delivering

$2.9 million-$3.1 million

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elevated indoor-outdoor living with views across Royal Park to the city.

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The house is on two levels, putting

$2.265 million

bedrooms above the living, dining,

“It’s a ripper,” says the agent, speaking

structure is softened by an easy-care

kitchen and study zones. “It’s a pretty

of both this updated contemporary

landscaped garden, enticing patio

cool place for a working professional

house and its desirable leafy street,

area and plunge pool, and designed

couple, downsizers or families with

walking distance from popular off-

to be versatile for a family with either

older kids,” the agent says.

leash Fritsch Holzer Park, Porgie &

young or older kids.

Auction: 10am, August 10

Mr Jones for brunch and Camberwell

Auction: 2pm, August 10

four-bedroom 1920s

Agent: Gary Peer, Leon Gouzenfiter

Junction’s Rivoli cinemas, restaurants,

Agent: Marshall White,

family home. Sold by

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MURRUMBEENA

11 Wahroongaa Crescent WOW FACTOR Impressive

Jellis Craig.

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4/23 Washington Street

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26 Seaton Street

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$3 million - $3.3 million

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$2.35 million-$2.55 million

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en suite and the balcony features

sized basement parking, a bedroom

Architect Nicholas Day is the designer

sparkling city views.

The buyer of a new upmarket

with en suite on each level and an

of this classical apartment. In a

Expressions of interest: close 5pm,

residence will be ticking through their

open-plan living-kitchen area.

premier block on a highly sought-after

August 8

must-have list at this townhouse-

Auction: 12.30pm, August 10

street, it is refined and generously

Agent: Jellis Craig, Sally O’Connell

style, family-sized home. It has the

Agent: Marshall White,

proportioned. Each bedroom has an

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sought-after inclusions of a lift, over-

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eriod homes are highly desired by both owner-occupiers and investors, and often perform well in terms of price growth.

So why do buyers gravitate towards century-old properties, despite decades of innovation in construction?

Prime position Period homes reflect their era in both style and location. Much like today’s new estates, lots were sold in suburbs created at the fringes, according to City of Sydney historian Dr Lisa Murray.

“Individuals bought them, but builder speculators also bought groups of lots, which they then developed,” she says.

The style of housing is linked to the development of infrastructure, Murray says.

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In Sydney, a train ride from the CBD will generally see period homes become younger as the number of stops from work increases.

The oldest surviving homes, Victorian and rarer Georgian terraces, are concentrated in the inner suburbs, followed by Federation and Edwardian cottages and Californian bungalows.

Heritage researcher Dr James Lesh of the University of Sydney says Melbourne’s subdivisions often followed new train lines built during the “Marvellous Melbourne” economic boom of the 1880s.

“That is the fundamental thing that gives the majority of outperformance.”

Condition & potential Not all period homes are created equal. Murray says semi-detached homes were usually more austere, having been built for rent by speculating developers.

On the other hand, the rise of free-standing homes was linked to Australia’s growth as a suburban nation, according to Lesh. “They reflected the Australian dream of home ownership,” he says.

“ ... scarcity combined with status. That correlates into people paying emotional prices ... ” - BEN KINGSLEY The oldest homes are found closest to the railways. As a result, period homes are often well-located with good transport connections, and home owners enjoy short commutes.

Moreover, access to high-income employment, usually concentrated in CBDs, drives long-term growth in land values as a city’s population rises. This is especially the case in inner-ring suburbs where there is an underlying scarcity of land, according to Kingsley.

“These were homes for the growing middle classes and had separate functional living areas and backyards for children to play.”

Lesh says a higher level of ornamentation could indicate the wealth of the family who originally built the home.

“The builder or the person who bought the property would also obtain a plan for the house, from the

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Rules of supply & demand Supply is already limited and continues to decline as older houses are replaced, despite heritage restrictions often preventing demolition. Imitations tend to pale in comparison.

Demand from owner-occupiers is high. Buyers fall in love with beautifully restored Victorian terraces, Federation cottages, and Californian bungalows, and it’s not just the cast-iron filigree, timber fretwork, leadlight windows and ceiling roses that tug on their heartstrings.

Many buyers want the perceived prestige of living in an ornate home of yesteryear, according to Empower Wealth founder Ben Kingsley.

“In the broader sense, we’re talking about scarcity combined with status,” he says. “That correlates into people paying emotional prices for these types of properties.”

Low supply and high demand push prices up, potentially generating significant long-term wealth for home owners. The key for investors is knowing what to look for.

“What you want is owner-occupier appeal,” Kingsley says.

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State Bank of Victoria, for example,” he says. “These were basic plans, so home owners could decorate and furnish the homes as they wished.”

Few period homes are entirely original. Some have bolted-on “lean-to” extensions, while others have been stripped of their decorative features. Neglected homes may have crumbling facades, rotten stumps and leaking roofs. Even some well-maintained homes may be out of plumb, Murray says.

Many have been completely transformed. “Today’s living is, of course, open plan,” says Frank Blueming, managing director of Period Extensions & Designs. He says most major extensions involve reworking “maze-like” floor plans.

Kingsley says the prospect of an expensive structural renovation doesn’t deter buyers seeking a foothold in blue-chip suburbs.

“There will be people who can realise the value in a ... beautiful extension and restore a home back to its former glory, and someone will pay an absolute premium for it.”

Daniel Butkovich is Domain’s National Advice Editor.

Want more market knowledge? Get the word at domain.com.au/advice

HOUSE OF THE WEEK B y LO U SWE E N E Y

Need to know: This is the first time the property has been offered for sale and the highest recorded house price for Balwyn North (past 12 months) was $7.3 million for 8 Agnes Avenue in May 2019.

Recent Sales $2.069 million 8 Luena Road, June $1.975 million 2 Lynne Court, June

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alwyn’s reliability in the real estate game is rock solid.

A sought-after suburb, it’s long offered superb amenity, serene streetscapes and easy living.

Number 57 Belmore Road is one of the sharp lookers, but there’s some terrific personality to go along with the luxe lines here too. Art by Bromley & Co consists of sculpture, artworks and even straight-to-thewall painting.

The boxy facade of low-fi tones and textures has a wooden door opening to the lustrous interiors. First on the left is a terrific, cosy living room with a dramatic dark hearth, pool views and access to the central terrace.

Across the way the only downstairs bedroom boasts a natty walk-in wardrobe and very chic en suite.

The central hall rises up to double height as well as opening onto the fabulous paved area, with gas main barbecue, luminous lap pool and easy access to the kitchen and family zone.

Mid-hall there’s also a study where you can swivel around from the books

$1.28 million 349 Doncaster Road, June

BALWYN NORTH 57 Belmore Road

What the agent says

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Marshall White

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and gaze out to that outdoor space.

The kitchen is a corker with European oak floors and marble accents that combine to create a seamless space with a full butler’s pantry and laundry behind.

To the rear the living and dining areas boast a fireplace with low stone hearth, gorgeous pool views and lovely, languid dimensions.

Hallway stairs lead down to a theatre room and bar as well as the five-car garage.

Upstairs there are four beautiful bedrooms, all have good storage, chic en suites and terrific outlooks.

A central retreat is the perfect space to stash lounging teens before heading south along the gallery-like passage toward the sublime main bedroom.

A spectacular family home in terms of scale, architecture and luxury set within stunning garden and pool surrounds.

Everything a family could wish for in the Balwyn High zone.

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AUCTIONS Houses and Apartments * 4BR

2.00

NPD

7/15 Liardet St St*

Nick Johnstone

2BR

11.00

NPD

Nick Johnstone

2BR

11.00

920-990

Nelson Alexander

3BR

10.00

POA

Fletchers

1 Nicholsdale Rd

3BR

10.00

POA

Fletchers

3/887 Toorak Rd*

2BR

12.00

600-660

Noel Jones

2BR

11.00

400-435

Nelson Alexander

BRUNSWICK 8 Ivy St BURWOOD EAST 10 Loeman Ct CAMBERWELL

ESSENDON 4/90-92 Primrose St* FOREST HILL 1/9 Morloc St

1BR

1.00

330-360

Woodards

GLEN IRIS 13 Lithgow St

2BR

10.00

NPD

Noel Jones

HAWTHORN G07/147Riversdale Rd*

2BR

2.30

POA

Sat Sun Price $000s

Agent

MW ONE

2/352 Burnley St* 5/366 Church St* 6/22 Buckingham St*

10.30

775-825

RT Edgar

4BR 2BR 2BR

10.00 12.30 11.00

POA POA 650-710

Jellis Craig MW ONE Biggin & Scott

2BR

10.30

POA

MW ONE

2BR

11.00

POA

Cayzer

4BR

12.30

POA

Marshall White

5BR

1.00

POA

Fletchers

3BR

10.30

POA

Marshall White

SURREY HILLS 24 Balmoral Cr TOORAK 16 Toorak Av

WEEKEND OPEN FOR INSPECTIONS Houses and Apartments * ALBERT PARK 10 Withers St 18 Mills St 67 Kerferd Rd

3BR 3BR 3BR

10.30 11.15 10.00

POA POA POA

Marshall White Marshall White Marshall White

2BR

11.00

NPD

Kay & Burton

ARMADALE

KEW 31 May St

3BR

11.00

POA

Jellis Craig

4BR

12.30

POA

Marshall White

MALVERN EAST 5 Boston Av MONT ALBERT NORTH 3/23 Mitchell Rd

4BR

11.00

POA

Woodards

NIDDRIE

BRIGHTON 14 Chatsworth Av*

4BR

11.00

1.27M-1.37M

Nelson Alexander

3BR

12.00

1.85M-2M

Nelson Alexander

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12.00

NPD

Kay & Burton

4BR

1.00

POA

Marshall White

3BR

11.30

1.37M-1.5M

Nelson Alexander

CAULFIELD NORTH 22 Sebastopol St CLIFTON HILL 24 Council St

63a Nolan St

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Agent

4BR

12.00

POA

Marshall White

5BR

12.00

POA

Marshall White

39 Allison Av

4BR

12.00

NPD

Kay & Burton

6 Courang Rd

5BR

11.00

POA

Marshall White

4BR

11.30

POA

Marshall White

4BR

9.45

POA

Marshall White

4BR

12.00

POA

Marshall White

HAMPTON HAWTHORN HAWTHORN EAST 13 Clive Rd

SOUTH YARRA 8 Portland Pl

Sat Sun Price $000s

24 Hazeldine Rd

29 Edgerton St

SOUTH MELBOURNE 76b Napier St*

Beds

1714-1716 Malvern Rd

17 Teddington Rd

RIPPONLEA 4/118 Brighton Rd*

Address GLEN IRIS

2BR

RICHMOND

BRIGHTON 8/8 Cavendish Pl*

Beds

PORT MELBOURNE

BENTLEIGH EAST 29 Pasadena Cr

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2BR

1.00

NPD

RT Edgar

52 Hotham St

5BR

12.00

POA

Jellis Craig

KEW 154 Wellington St

4BR

2.15

POA

Marshall White

26 Edward St

4BR

12.00

NPD

Kay & Burton

10 McKinley Av

4BR

3.00

POA

Marshall White

4 Johnstone St

3BR

2.45

POA

Marshall White

1BR

1.00

NPD

Biggin & Scott

MALVERN

PRAHRAN 110/220Commercial Rd* SOUTH YARRA 19 Moore St

3BR

2.00

POA

Marshall White

49 Nicholson St

4BR

12.00

POA

Marshall White Kay & Burton

TOORAK 11/245 Kooyong Rd*

3BR

1.00

NPD

13 Stradbroke Av

4BR

12.00

NPD

Kay & Burton

2 Ultimo Ct

4BR

2.00

POA

Marshall White

2/42 Washington St*

3BR

12.00

NPD

Kay & Burton

28 Irving Rd

5BR

1.00

NPD

Kay & Burton

4 Monomeath Av

4BR

2.00

POA

Marshall White

683 Orrong Rd

5BR

1.00

NPD

RT Edgar

8/7-9 Grange Rd*

2BR

11.00

NPD

Kay & Burton

2BR

3.00

POA

Marshall White

WINDSOR 8a High St

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CAMBERWELL - CLIFTON HILL

18-20 Avondale Avenue Chelsea 1|3 B 1|2 b 1|2 c

"The Beachfront Haven" - luxury beachfront penthouse & 1 BR apartment Two rare absolute beachfront opportunities delivering world class bay views.

Choose a luxury penthouse with private lift or stylish 1-bedroom retreat.

Auction Saturday 24th August at 11:30am & 12:30pm Price $450,000 - $490,000 | $1,350,000 - $1,485,000

Inspect As advertised online Contact Daniel Wright 0414 788 828 Shane O'Sughrue 0422 116 355

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690 Mount Macedon Road Positioned right in the hub of majestic Mount Macedon this double fronted colonial style building, enjoying wide street frontage with six rooms and return veranda offers a rare opportunity! On approximately 2998sqm of land, now offering future possibilities to remodel or re-develop (STCA). Excellent leafy location with easy access to the region’s main attractions. Positioned within an hour’s drive to Melbourne CBD, a mere 25 minutes to Tullamarine International Airport, whichever way you look at this property it is an excellent investment in a lifestyle destination. Offered with vacant possession 30/60 days. Zoned RCZ Auction: Sunday 11th August at 11.00am View: Sunday 11.00-11.30am Contact: Jock Langley 0419 530 008 Emma Pierson 0409 182 310 Office 9864 5300

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Unrivalled as a rural retreat, without parallel as a lifestyle property, SHADOW CREEK proves what is possible when quality comes first and money is no object. A spectacular six bedroom mansion reveals three massive living, dining and entertaining areas accompanied by bars, terraces and beautiful views over rolling country and the Strathbogie Ranges.

Bespoke Blackwood timberwork, a granite kitchen, cellar and massive store room are amongst the additional attractions of a residence surrounded by a superb lap pool, sweeping lawns and substantial garaging. A four bedroom manager´s residence, helipad, covered stock yards and huge machinery shed emphasize the excellence that defines SHADOW CREEK, an ideal farm for equine or stud cattle. Only 90 minutes from Melbourne.

EOI: Closing Wednesday 14th August at 5pm 24/7 View: www.shadowcreekhomestead.com Contact: Andrew Harlock 0419 379 992 Jock Langley 0419 530 008 Office 9864 5300

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eldersrealestate.com.au ‘CHATEAU KOLOR’ VIC | 119.94 HA / 296 AC Approx.

Western District, Penshurst – Magnificent Bluestone Homestead at the foot of Mt Rouse • Fronting Penshurst-Warrnambool Rd • Front reception area, sitting room, family room and dining room. Library and billiard room.

2 Bathrooms, numerous bedrooms, large kitchen, breakfast room and cellar, plus other rooms • Bluestone 5 stall stables, men’s room, tack room, washing and grooming area • Set in picturesque historic mature garden setting • 2 stand galvanised iron woolshed and yards, cattle yards • A stunning historic homestead that retains its historic elegance

Expressions of Interest

Close Monday 26th August, 11am Venue Elders Office 100 Portland Rd, Hamilton (if not sold prior) David Peardon 0408 528 050 Elders Hamilton Nick Myer 0427 610 278 Elders Melbourne eldersrealestate.com.au/20889222

11 Edgewater Road, Kialla, VIC | 36.82 HA* / 90.98 AC*

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Outstanding Rural Estate with Superb Goulburn Murray River Frontage Situated along the Goulburn Valley River in one of Victoria’s most thriving agricultural precincts, 11 Edgewater Road’ offers an idyllic rural lifestyle opportunity in a private bush setting.

• Exceptional (43 sq*) 5 bedroom contemporary home (main with ensuite and WIR), open plan kitchen/living area, second living room, 2 bathrooms in addition to an adjoining double lock up garage, undercover outdoor area, new in ground pool and flood lit tennis court, positioned in a lush garden setting • Recently renovated guest accommodation comprising 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 2 carports

• Impressive shedding comprising a large machinery shed/workshop (40 m* x 15 m*) with open fire, kitchenette and office, hay shed with concrete floor and power (15 m* x 4.5 m*) and an additional machinery shed (9 m* x 9 m*) • 26.7 ac* laid out to flood irrigation • 28ML of high reliability GMW entitlement, plus 16ML GMW Seven Creeks entitlement • Highly productive sandy loam soils, suited to a range of agricultural pursuits including cropping, cattle and equine • Fencing of exceptional standard throughout and fully electrified • Ideally located 6.3 km* from Shepparton and 188 km* from Melbourne

Close 12th September, 4:00pm AEST Anthony Stevens 0417 822 356 Elders Real Estate Rocky Gagliardi 0407 826 542 Gagliardi Scott Real Estate eldersrealestate.com.au/21071441

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Investment Growth Area – Regional Victoria

35 Hylands Road – off Woodend-Romsey Road

Central Bendigo – a thriving regional city located less than 2 hours from Melbourne. An opportunity to purchase a classic period building in the heart of the central business district with a 5% return on investment from the day you take over. The vendor will provide a 3x3x3 commercial lease as professional rooms at $26,000 per annum plus GST and outgoings. The integrity and period features of the former home have been retained with bedrooms now being utilised as consulting rooms. On-site car parking at the rear. Zoned Commercial 1. Located adjacent to the Bendigo Marketplace shopping complex and within easy walking distance of all that the CBD has to offer.

An opportunity to take the worry out of investing with the possibility of substantial capital gains in the years ahead.

Features numerous plantings including chestnut trees, olive trees, some hazlenut trees, walnut, pine trees, and some plantings of raspberries, cherries, pecans and garlic. Excellent rich red volcanic soils, 4 dams, windmill, reticulation system, natural water course and Southern Rural Water Licence to use 1.8ML for irrigation. There is a Section 173 Agreement with the Macedon Ranges Shire with an endorsed Planning Permit to allow a dwelling to be built on the property.

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For Sale $520,000 Inspection by appointment Martin Skahill 0427 431 744 Elders Bendigo 03 5443 1744 eldersbendigo.com.au eldersrealestate.com.au/20878026

3.4Ha (8.5 Acres) A Perfect Tree Change Small Farmlet Opportunity

Auction Saturday 31 August at 11am Reserve Price $575,000 View Saturday 3 August 12-12.30pm or by appointment John Keating 0419 880 444

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Easily fit property search into your life Woodend 2 Jeffreys Street Hatherlie House Circa 1860

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Located just 200m from the heart of Woodend’s vibrant village ‘’Hatherlie House’’ is a fine example of a traditional mid-1800’s Victorian cottage. Steeped in history, being one of the original homes built in the township of Woodend, this authentic period 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom home has been transformed into the most stunning family home.

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83 High Street, Woodend

Auction Sat 24 August at 12pm (If not sold prior) Reserve Price $1,350,000 View Sat 3 Aug 11-11.30am or by appointment Peter Wood 0408 866 774

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225 Wilsons Road, Cape Paterson

COASTAL LAND BANK OPPORTUNITY EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST Current House: 189sqm Land: 121 acres (48.93 hectares) 4 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms | 3 parking A unique opportunity to purchase a large site for potential future sub division & development (STCA & future re-zoning) in the Bass Coast area at Cape Paterson while enjoying the current benefits of a fully functioning farm (currently zoned Rural) with excellent facilities & amenities.

New developments currently in motion within 50 metres and only 1km from the coast. The area is prime rural land with numerous options and ocean views. Cape Paterson is an essential coastal town within a growing community. Within minutes to the expanding South Gippsland commercial and retail hub of Wonthaggi and only 1 hour 45 mins to Melbourne CBD. 03 5674 1111 | 04 1755 2642

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RU R AL OA S I S O F 40. 57 ACR E S Halls Gap, Victoria

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8.8 ACRES IN THE HEART OF KYNETON K NETON 67 Simpson Street KY An incredible opportunity of prime development land.

A total size of approx 8.8 acres.

• Extraordinary opportunity in an extraordinary town • Three road frontages • 7.5 acres (approx.) zoned Neighbourhood Residential

Private Sale

Price $4,800,000 - $5,250,000 View By Appointment

PRDnationwide & Buxton

Helen Jens 0404 834 926 Mark Nunn 0409 412 518

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Living the Rural Lifestyle Dream!

With panoramic views of the Grampians, this stunning architecturally designed contemporary home features 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, Reading Room, Office, heated floors, open fireplace and a large shed.

Environmentally sensitive design and construction including: north facing aspect, double glazed cedar windows, Hebel block construction, solar assisted hot water, solar panel power (plus grid).

Plus income from 5 x 1 bedroom luxury villa’s fully self contained (short term stay).

This is a unique opportunity to obtain a high standard of luxury and environmentally considered living in the heart of the Grampians.

All inspections strictly by appointment.

Agent: Michelle Matthews p: 0400 474 861 e: michelle@lsvhotels.com

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The soul-soothing Peninsula escape

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ew Australian movie Palm Beach isn’t the first to feature a house to lust after. When the film Rosemary’s Baby pans over New York City’s famed Dakota building in its opening credits – John Lennon lived there – one can’t help but be entranced by its Gothic spires and dark castle appeal.

There was Andie MacDowell’s incredible greenhouse apartment in Green Card; the entire movie’s premise is based on the fact that she’s willing to marry to secure it.

And there’s the comfy grandeur of the house in Father of the Bride, so beloved by the lead character that she decides to get married at home.

The relaxed-luxury beachside abode in Palm Beach has that kind of appeal: from the opening scenes in the Sydney suburb, when all the characters arrive, you’re ready to pretend that you’re also eating

Inside the upscale yet bohemian trophy home that became a set – and key to the storyline – in the movie Palm Beach.

A star is born by the beach prawns on the deck – with expansive views over Lion Island, showcasing Pittwater and the National Park on one side, the surf beach on the other.

Producer Deborah Balderstone, who came on board after actorproducer Bryan Brown told her his idea – a group of friends gather for a three-day get-together but end up unpacking the big picture moments of their lives – says Palm Beach has always been special to her.

“It’s a really beautiful part of the world. When Bryan and I started developing the story, we had a conversation about various beautiful places, and we were sitting in Palm Beach [at the time]. We looked around and said, ‘Can it get any better than this?’ ” That sense of feeling good is something the pair hope to pass on to their audience, both through a stellar cast (including Brown, Sam Neill, Greta Scacchi, Richard E. Grant and Jacqueline McKenzie) and

a story that forces you to work out what counts. It’s a movie that asks a Big Question: when you’ve reached an age whereby you’re no longer assessed on your looks, your job, your assets, what still matters?

Existential crisis aside, finding the right house was always going to be crucial.

It is the residence of married couple Charlotte and Frank (Scacchi and Brown) and where so many of the movie’s scenes occur.

It needed to suit the story and be cinematic. And most of all, it required sympathetic owners, who’d allow a cast and crew to take it over for three months, changing things along the way.

The house that proved ready for its close-up is owned by Sydney architect Susan Rothwell, who designed it together with her architect son Will.

Rothwell describes herself as both “thrilled” and “flexible” when

“I’d rather keep Palm Beach as my little secret – the opposite of what we’re doing by calling (the movie)

Palm Beach – but I imagine it will be a revelation to people, how beautiful it is.”

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approached for the shoot, and it’s a good thing she was both – a timber deck was built over the pool, a tree house erected, a pizza oven installed and walls were painted lighter. And all of it had to be dismantled by the production’s end, so it looked exactly as before.

But she never considered saying no. “Bryan’s a very persuasive chap – there wouldn’t have been many people who would be able to say no to him!” Rothwell says.

Furniture and decor changed the house’s look even further.

Plants were brought in, as were personal items that belong to the movie’s co-writer and director Rachel Ward and her real-life husband, Brown. Palm Beach proved to be somewhat of a family affair – their daughter, Matilda Brown, is also in the cast, and son Joe ‘Neathway’ Brown created some of the Mamboesque artworks in the house.

“These are self-made people,” Balderstone explains. “Rachel wanted it to be an elegant incarnation of boho, and very much inspired by her own personal style.”

Even though the house displays the kind of enviable restraint that only rich people can afford, there’s no denying the appeal of its Italian stone floors, Hawkesbury sandstone columns and panoramic views.

This, too, was a deliberate choice, echoing one of the movie’s themes: a perfect exterior doesn’t necessarily tell the whole story. “We had to look for the right house to state that Frank was a very successful

The cast of Palm Beach gather in front of one of the stunning views over Pittwater.

businessman,” Brown says.

“It had to state that right off, because that’s part of the irony of life: what goes on in your head doesn’t have anything to do with the bungalow you live in. [The latter is] determined by economic circumstance, luck, hard work – whatever you want to say. But what goes on in your head is personal.

“Frank is economically successful, but what do you see when you first meet Frank in the movie? He’s taking an anti-depressant.

“It’s an irony about the pain that goes on in your head – outside it looks like you’re in paradise, but inside you’re in hell.” However, inside the house there’s inspiration for the design-minded.

For starters, there’s the corrugated iron roof in the entrance and openplan living area, which Rothwell sourced from a timber mill.

It had been a leaking, rusted roof, until she bought it and turned it into a ceiling.

“The house is very architecturally interesting,” Brown says. “Frank is a man who can afford it, as he’s done well in life – but it doesn’t help the

pain in his head.” And although Brown’s son Joe’s artwork fills the walls, they’re not always highlighted on camera. “He’s rather disappointed in me, because a lot of the scenes were on the wrong walls for his stuff [to be seen],” Brown laughs. “He’s a great kid; he knows how it works.”

Palm Beach might also experience a tourism boost; one can only imagine how many audience members will try calling up The Boathouse restaurant to cater their next luncheon (so much of the delectable on-screen food comes from there) once the movie’s credits roll.

“I’d rather keep Palm Beach as my little secret – the opposite of what we’re doing by calling it Palm Beach – but I imagine it will be a revelation to people, how beautiful it is,” Balderstone says. “We haven’t enhanced it at all. It’s a lovely, sleepy, casual place. We wanted it to be somewhere where people watching it would have a little bit of a holiday as well.”

Palm Beach (Universal Pictures) opens in cinemas August 8.

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Who: Chyka and Bruce Keebaugh, co-founders of The Big Group What: Impossibly chic weekender Where: Mornington Peninsula, Victoria

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hyka and Bruce Keebaugh weren’t looking for a holiday home, when they stumbled across this Mornington Peninsula property online one evening. “I saw it on Instagram … we went to see the house on the Monday, and bought it the following Saturday,” Chyka Keebaugh says.

The stunning home wasn’t always this sleek, though.

As Keebaugh explains, “before being renovated by the previous owner, it was originally purple and yellow!”

Since moving in, the couple have worked together to redecorate and make the place their own.

They were keen to retain the “look and feel of the place” while extending the home and refining the materials palette.

They extended and created a grand main bedroom with an en suite and dressing room, as well as introducing a large family TV room (with hidden bar) on the ground level. Extensive work was also undertaken outside, with landscaping by Paul Bangay rounding out the new pool and entertaining area, complete with an outdoor fireplace.

Slice of heaven

Couch from Restoration Hardware. Coffee table OUR COVER

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Chyka and Bruce Keebaugh’s Mornington

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Peninsula house. Photo by Amelia Stanwix,

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HOW TO …

‘Merch’ it Visual merchandising refers to the styling and design of retail environments – think

The interiors employ a neutral, pared back palette, as Keebaugh says, “I am someone who loves knick-knacks, so I really tried to make this space simple”.

She describes the aesthetic as inspired by Nordic design, but with her own personal twist.

“I love that this house has such calming colours, we have one black space, our library, that I call ‘the spine of the home’, and the other spaces are all neutrally toned.”

For the two entrepreneurs, this impressive weekend retreat is the culmination of a lifetime of hard work.

In addition to enjoying the serene interiors and impressive grounds of their new home, Keebaugh enthuses about the luxury of being able to simply “get away”.

“We have never had a holiday house before, and I absolutely love the feeling of driving down the road, opening the gate and knowing we are a world away, in our gorgeous little slice of heaven.”

Surrounded by rolling hills, vineyards and orchards – this home is indeed a dream escape for one very accomplished couple.

Outdoor lounges, tables and chairs, wooden planters and lanterns from

eye-catching window

Restoration Hardware, above left; the light and bright kitchen, above right;

displays and ever-changing

the dramatic room below, originally a gallery, has been coverted to a library.

in-store installations. This playful, dynamic styling approach can be implemented at home, to create a home that always feels fresh and inspiring.

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home. Home interiors should evolve and change seasonally, and over time.

Banish “finished” and embrace constant change.

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Favourite items should be placed where they can be seen and enjoyed everyday.

Stack favourite books on surfaces, within easy reach.

Think of ways to display ceramics, glassware, bags and even jewellery creatively, rather than hide everything out of sight.

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The renovator’s challenge the big one: what your budget will allow. It’s important not to let emotional desires override how much you can afford.

Letting your heart run away from your head may get you into financially risky territory.

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ou’ve just purchased a new home or an investment property and it’s a bit of a fixerupper – AKA a renovator’s delight.

It needs some work.

When you’re assessing a home improvement project, first things first, you need to spend time planning.

I’m slow at this part, preferring to live in a home and see how light hits different spaces at different times, walking through areas to see what an ideal layout might be.

You need to spend some time working out the benefits of the property as well as its drawbacks.

When you have a list of these pros and cons, you will know what challenges you have to fix and elements you have to maximise.

You then need to decide how far you intend to go – what needs an overhaul and what would pass with just a minor update – and, of course,

If the proposed improvements are manageable under your own steam, consider a DIY job.

An aesthetic-only upgrade – such as updating tapware, light switches and fittings – will be relatively simple to carry out on your own. However, don’t underestimate how much time and preparation painting timber work can be, as well as replacing carpets, revealing floorboards or laying new hard flooring, and repairing and repainting walls and ceilings. These are major costs when engaging a professional as they are the most laborious, so be sure to factor in the value of your time.

When to bring in the experts

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To DIY or not to DIY

Kerrie and Spence’s kitchen reveal on

The Block last year.

If you’re undertaking a larger project, it’s best to call in the professionals.

They’ll do it better and faster, and will save you in so many ways.

Small renovation works, such as replacing an existing kitchen or bathroom, will depend on the complexity of the design and the level of finishes and inclusions.

The simpler the design and the less you have to move things like plumbing, waste pipes and drains the less you will spend on labour.

Those with a small budget should look for tiles ranging from $10 to $40 per square metre. Tiles from $50 to $100 are moderate to expensive, and anything above $100 is considered expensive.

If you’re contemplating a complete overhaul – rearranging an existing floor plan, or a new build or extension – it’s best to engage an architect or designer to work out the best building and layout for your piece of land.

These works will usually require different levels of approvals from a strata corporation and councils.

If in doubt call your local council to work out the best pathway to approval. But if this process leaves you overwhelmed, there are town planners and private certifiers who can assist you.

When it comes to decorating your new build, do you know your Natural White from your Vivid White?

Fear not, an interior designer or architect can help you to narrow your design direction, filter through your objectives and desires and help you find the right materials, colours and inclusions. An added bonus – they can assist with the application and approval process too.

A builder once told me that anything is possible as long as you have the money.

Never a truer word was spoken, as either a confirmation or, indeed, a warning.

HomeSpace by Darren Palmer (Murdoch Books, RRP $39.99).

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any residents of Clifton Hill breathed a sigh of relief when the East-West Tunnel was shelved in 2015, putting an end to a saga that had seen homes and warehouses compulsorily acquired as part of the transport mega-project.

Unlikely though it may seem, traffic may still be the defining feature of this green suburb only four kilometres north-east of the CBD. Clifton Hill is remarkable for its broad tree-lined streets, its often remarked-upon village atmosphere

and its A-grade serenity, but Hoddle Street effectively divides it into two distinct parts.

To the east of Clifton Hill station and the rail line is a sleepy hollow of well-preserved streetscapes where peak hour doesn’t seem to exist except as a vague sonic hum emanating from the Eastern Freeway.

To the west is the more cosmopolitan part containing the Queens Parade shopping strip and a neighbourhood more closely aligned with the true spirit of inner-city living.

Clifton Hill is aspirational indeed, especially the tightly held North Terrace opposite the Europeanstyle elm-lined avenues of the Darling Gardens.

As calm and measured as life in pretty Clifton Hill may be, it’s not immune to controversy. In 2016 an unlikely coalition of Greens and socialist councillors blocked the expansion of an aged-care home for the disadvantaged on South Terrace at the behest of residents, who then protested they were being unfairly

accused of NIMBY-ism. And nor may the East-West link have entirely been put to bed.

Rumblings emerge every now and then, such as when Prime Minister Scott Morrison during the recent election campaign offered $4 billion of federal money to build the toll road. For the record, Labor Premier Daniel Andrews remains implacably opposed to reviving a project it cost more than $1.1 billion to kill off.

The calm waters of postcode 3068 may yet be ruffled once more.

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The Grace is perfectly placed for you to live a connected inner-city lifestyle. South Melbourne is moments away, as is the Botanic Gardens and the cafés and restaurants of South Yarra. Be at The Arts Centre, the National Gallery of Victoria or the city in minutes, and there, right on your doorstep, is Albert Park Lake. At The Grace, you won’t just live the Melbourne life, you’ll live your best life.

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Caulfield Grammar School and architecture firm Hayball set out to create a space that would spark curiosity

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and collaboration.

seated at the same desk every day, Hayball instead wanted to give students the opportunity to explore their environment autonomously with the inclusion of lounges, a greenhouse, video conference pods, a kitchen table and news stand.

“When children play, they are exploring their knowledge and understanding of the world,” Martin adds.

But the multimodal space is also benefiting teachers, giving them flexibility to choose how they deliver lessons and offer a more personalised learning experience to students.

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s adults we know welldesigned, agile workspaces can contribute significantly to everyday productivity and learning.

We hot desk, sink in breakout space beanbags and gather round communal tables that serve as both lunch and WIP meeting hot spots.

It’s an egalitarian environment that encourages collaboration and an atmosphere principal Ashleigh Martin of Caulfield Grammar School sought to introduce to his students and educators.

“By creating considered spaces for our students that allow for dynamic learning over static instruction, we invite them to question the world around them and have agency over their own learning,” he says.

“The positive impact that comes from a well-designed learning environment is the creation of purposeful spaces, rather than flexibility alone.”

Martin began to ask himself what learning would “look like in the next five, ten, or even fifty years” and from this The Learning Project,

designed by architectural practice Hayball, emerged. “How will our learning environments evolve beyond existing classrooms?” Martin says.

“The design of classroom environments has been stagnant for a long time, as we look to future capital works projects one thing we are keen to avoid is replacing one type of single-use classroom for another.”

To create an environment that serviced the collaborative and individual needs of students and teachers, Hayball facilitated a series of workshops with teachers, students, architects and researchers to determine the design principles which would underpin the build.

The resulting design encompasses three collaborative studios that target group learning, knowledge sharing, individual study and a creative project space with a focus on multimedia-learning.

The three studios are connected by a central hub which operates as a communal area for teachers and students to gather.

“Each studio caters for different learning activities through diverse settings and spaces, while the hub provides a central meeting place and information point,” Hayball director Richard Leonard says.

The Learning Project’s multifaceted space accommodates 93 students and six staff, which Leonard says is designed to encourage “collaboration, diversity, democracy and negotiation”.

Breaking away from the traditional, static classroom which has students

“Teachers have noted movement between classmates has improved significantly and the dynamics of territorial areas that are common in traditional classrooms have diminished,” Leonard says.

Good design in this contemporary classroom has already led to impactful change where students are embracing active learning from within themselves.

“Captivating environments encourage and engage curious learners,” Martin says.

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