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From the directors Dear Reader, Welcome to the second edition of “Preview”. Our first edition was greatly received by you and it is our aim to again bring you an exclusive publication by the entire Eview Group of our current properties for sale and lease. The response out there was so positive and we appreciate your support and we will endeavour to be informative to you. We feel really proud to be embraced by the local community and we feel that offering a publication of highest standards is our way of saying thank you. A special thank you to all of those who entered the colouring competition from last month’s “Preview”. There were many great entrants.

Despite the negativity being portrayed by the media, last month was an incredible month for the Eview Group. There were plenty of sales and record prices being achieved amongst all agents, offices and areas. Potential sellers can be comforted in the fact that the clearance rate is on the rise and this can only mean good things for property owners and potential sellers. The Federal Reserve Bank of Australia kept interest rates on hold and there is talk of them potentially going down. Low interest rates are a great thing for property owners and it will give first home owners and investors the confidence to come back into the market place.

These groups of buyers were the most noticeable of buyers last month for the Eview Group.

Australia is still experiencing great population growth in all states and our economy is positioned well for the benefit of property prices in the coming years. Our economy is riding high on the back of the resources boom and Asia is very important to our future. Foreign ownership is on the rise and the Federal Governments changes in the laws and restrictions to foreign ownership can only have a positive impact on property prices in Australia.

Rental properties are also in high demand and across our offices we are constantly handing out rental lists. Vacancy rates are at all times lows of less than 1% and investing in a rental property is becoming more and more popular in Australia. There are plenty of good value properties available and with the current market conditions there has never been a better time to talk to us about investing in the local area or seeing if we can help you maximise the rental return of your investment property.

Position is still the biggest factor when buying a property and being positioned near to the beach and public transport are some of our areas greatest assets. At the Chelsea office we always experience greater buyer activity in the warmer months and the area tends to attract more people coming down to experience our pristine beaches. Spring has traditionally been a great time to sell, and with spring now here the time has never been better to talk to one of our agents about things you can do to maximise the sale and lease price of your home. Eview has invested in some great property information booklets and if you are interested in receiving these publication please call us on 1300 4 EVIEW (1300 4 384 389)

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Noel Susay Director of Eview Chelsea

contact us Web: eview.com.au Chelsea Regional Office, Sales & Rentals 436 Nepean Hwy, Chelsea 3196 Phone: 8773 1888 Fax: 9772 0198 Email: chelsea@eview.com.au Frankston Regional Office, Sales & Rentals 463 Nepean Hwy Frankston 3199 Sales Rentals: Phone: 8781 3888 Phone: 8781 3877 Fax: 9781 1547 Fax: 9781 1547 Email: news@eview.com.au Email: rentals@eview.com.au Narre Warren Regional Office: (Opening September 2011) Building 2, Ground Level 30-32 Verdun Drive, Narre Warren 3805 Disclaimer: Eview Real Estate Partners nor any companies of the Eview group accept any form of liability, be it contractual, tortious or otherwise, for the contents of this publication or for any consequences arising from its use or any reliance placed upon it. The information, opinions and advice contained within, are of a general nature only and may not relate to or be relevant to your particular circumstances. There are many issues involved with buying and selling real estate so it is important that you get specific advice prior to making any decisions on your next real estate transaction. All information contained herein is gathered from sources we believe to be reliable. However we cannot guarantee its accuracy and interested persons should rely on their own enquiries. Should your home be exclusively listed with another agency, please disregard any information contained within regarding the engagement of Eview Real Estate Partners to sell your property.

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In the Spotlight Adrian Booth

Club House Manager Rossdale Golf Club, opened in June 1949, but the course itself dates back to the mid 1920’s and has twice hosted the Australian PGA Championship.

Located in Aspendale, the picturesque bayside course weaves through corridors of pines, eucalyptus and coastal banksia, blending in with the magnificent wetlands that divide Aspendale and Aspendale Gardens.

Widely regarded as Melbourne’s friendliest golf club, Rossdale has successfully operated for over 60 years based on hard work by members and staff and a fierce determination to provide a quality service at a reasonable price.

Rossdale, itself once farming land, has seen its surrounds change markedly over the past 90 years, including the transformation of the old Aspendale Race Track into a housing estate that has flourished and is now an enviable place to live and raise a family.

The Club’s point of difference in the highly competitive golf industry is its desire to evolve and grow with the community without the hefty attached price tag.

Whilst understanding that most people can’t afford additional fees (levies) to keep their Club moving

forward, Rossdale has been able to build a wonderful new clubhouse without a levy or any additional fees to its members. The course has not been neglected either, with numerous dams and water storage facilities created and built to ensure a prosperous future for the Club.

General Manager, Adrian Booth, explains ”Rossdale has made a number of strategic changes over the past few years that has seen the Club become a real focal point of the local community. The new clubhouse has already hosted a number of events for local residents and charitable organisations”.

With its proud tradition, Rossdale Golf Club will continue to strive for excellence both on and off the course and ensure that future generations of the Aspendale and wider community have a friendly, affordable Club to call their own.

Property news IDEAS TO HELP YOU WHEN YOU’RE BUYING OR SELLING

Negative Gearing In your search to improve your return on your investment dollar you may have heard of the concept of Negative Gearing. In this month’s issue of Property News we examine the concept and how it applies to investing in rental properties.

A word of caution: negative gearing on investment property is not as straightforward as it appears, so do not for one moment consider our guide to be complete!

We advise strongly that you seek advice from your accountant or financial advisor before making any final decisions.

But to help you get started with your understanding of negative gearing we have put together a summary of the concept and how it may or may not help you when building your portfolio of investment properties.

How does negative gearing apply to properties?

A rental property is negatively geared if it is purchased with the assistance of borrowed funds, and the net rental income, after deducting other expenses, is less than your monthy repayments.

What are the Tax savings?

The overall taxation result of a negatively geared property is that a net rental loss arises. In this case, you may be able to claim a deduction for the full amount of rental expenses against your rental and other income, i.e. salary, wages or business income – when you complete your tax return for the relevant income year. In a nutshell negative gearing is a way of reducing tax by claiming investment losses.

Negative Gearing decreases your overall tax liabilities.

Let’s say that you receive a rental income on your

We examine how it applies to investing in rental properties

investment property of $2,000 per month. At the same time we deduct your expenses; interest on loan, maintenance council rates, etcwhich say totals $2,600.

You are now left with a shortfall of $600 per month.

The above example shows how an investment asset may be negatively geared.

The net loss of $600 per month ($7,200 per annum) may be claimed as a tax deduction. Upon claiming this amount against your yearly income, and subject to your marginal tax rate, will determine the actual overall loss for the year. So just say you were paying 42c in the dollar on your income, the $7200 claim will theoretically only cost you $4176 out of pocket income.

Again, this equates to a weekly income of approximately $80 which you will need to find to support. So the question you may be asking, what’s the benefit?

Well, the assumption is that property increases at an approximate rate of 7% per year. Therefore if you had a property valued at $400,000 this would increase to $428,000; a net gain in wealth of $28,000 for the year.

This certainly offsets the actual out of pocket costs of $4176! Again, we have not taken into consideration personal Tax positions and the above is purely an example of how it all works.

How can you tell whether negative gearing is for you?

Unfortunately, without knowing your circumstances we cannot give you a definitive answer.

You would need the advice of your accountant or financial advisor before heading down the negative gearing path. Like all investment decisions, it depends on your financial situation, your goals and your timeframe.

For example, if you have no income, you’ll get no cash benefit from a negatively geared property as there will be no tax deductions to claim. However, if you are a high income earner then you will get benefit from having a refund come back to you, or having the expenses to claim some tax reduction.

So what is a positively geared property?

Many investors search high and low for ‘positively geared’ properties. Unlike negatively geared properties, these properties generate a surplus of income over and above the total expenses of a property in any financial year. Many properties start off as negatively geared, and over a relative period of time, the rental income overtakes the expenses total, and thus surplus funds have been made. Astute property investors once they reach this stage venture out and purchase a second or third property, continuing to leverage the ‘gearing’ and relying on “capital growth” to increase their personal wealth position.

Interestingly enough, approximately 10% of property investors only go on to purchase their second, third or more homes. The other 90% only hold the one investment property.

Many books have been written on building property portfolios, and strategic purchases in key suburb areas with historic capital growth is often the most sought after acquisitions.

Remember, everyone’s circumstances are different.

There have been just as many positive reports as there have been adverse reports about negative gearing – in all matters think before you act!

It’s Spring selling season!

With gardens at their best and the warmer weather just around the corner; Spring is always a peak selling period.

It goes without saying when people often ask ‘when is it the best time to sell’ you will almost say that 100% of the responses would select “Spring.”

Spring is a pretty up-beat time of year. Most sellers see this as an opportunity to showcase their property at its best, with flourishing & blooming gardens, extended daylight and warmer weather; buyers are more prepared to go house hunting. Also, many families look to match their purchase with the end of the school year and the lead up to Christmas and the New Year.

But is the market full of buyers? Reality is, the supply and demand cycle in any given season is relative to many factors. For example, Government incentives are a significant factor in the number of first-home buyers in the market place at any one time.

Other factors such as the unemployment rate, economic climate and interest rates all have a bearing on the property market. This year, we have seen a significant softening of demand as a direct result of the international economic instability and interest rate hikes from the Reserve Bank. Recent reports of possible interest rate decreases by the end of the year may also restore confidence in the consumer to take the plunge and enter the property market. An important factor also to consider are those entering the market to sell, in most cases are entering the market to buy! So in real estate talk, “the seller is the buyer, and the buyer is the seller!”

For those considering placing their property on the market, determine what your ‘destination’ plan is. Are you upgrading, downsizing, moving to a new area or freeing some tied up equity in an investment property? Whatever the reason, make sure that you have calculated your ‘changeover costs’ prior to selling. This will give you a great snapshot and budget of your financial capacity to fulfil your goals.

Selling your home is one of the biggest decisions most people make; be sure to take advantage of your friendly Eview Real Estate Partners knowledge and ask for a complimentary “property appraisal” and “changeover calculation” on your next move.

They can even help by advertising your next “Garage Sale” online and provide pointer boards for that all important ‘de-clutter’ stage which can also help in funding some of your next property costs.

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47 Iluka Avenue One of Aspendale’s finest single level sensations

4/686 Nepean Highway Position, Polished and Your Own Private Beachside Sanctuary

With a gorgeous high fenced garden frontage and an air of contemporary elegance throughout, this sun filled residence offers easy care free living, Aspendale beach, the wet lands and some of the districts best primary schools. No expense has been spared in this properties meticulous renovation.

Enjoy a lifestyle that most people can only dream of. Quality built freestanding own street frontage townhouse located seconds from Carrum’s pristine beach. The innovative floor plan designed over two levels separates living from sleeping with stylish ease.

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20 Sky Way Delightful Home

2/6 Masters Street How Good Is This!!

Located in the highly sought after Clifton Grove Estate is this almost new home which was designed according to Feng-Chui, with north facing frontage, kitchen at the south east and the master bedroom at the south west. Features include 3 generous size bedrooms all with BIRs.

Ideally situated within walking distance to all the amenities that Dandenong has to offer. This attractive light filled open planned 2 bedroom single level residence is more like a house than a unit, with an attractive layout and quality appointments for lifestyle excellence.

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13 Golf Links Road Could this be the opportunity you’ve been looking for?

This double story townhouse has its own street frontage and driveway with no common land to worry about. Downstairs comprises lounge, kitchen, study, laundry and powder room with internal access from the double remote garage. Upstairs features 3 large bedrooms, master with ensuite.

This fantastic home is ripe and ready for a makeover, so bring along the tool kit and your ideas and check this one out! Situated behind a high brick fence and in the highly sought after Frankston High School zone this home features: •Master with walk-in robe and ensuite •Ducted heating

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27A Kelso Street Planning permit approved for rear property dwellling Builders, developers & investors - just for you

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13 Lucerne Crescent First home buyers/investors This immaculate three bedroom brick home consists of large entrance, lounge, dining area, separate kitchen/family room, single lock up garage plus an extra two car spaces. Close to schools, parks, Karingal Shopping Centre, transport and a few minutes from Frankston CBD & beach.

In a ripper central position close to all the action lies an opportunity to finalize this property’s construction and be on your way to making some money!!!

On offer is... •Stand alone property •Two bed, 2 bath, 2 living configuration

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19 Coogee Avenue Brand new stunning townhouse

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4 Mitic Court Hidden Treasure

3/3 Margate Avenue Sleek modern Luxury & High school zoned

Situated high on the prestigious Frankston South hill with bay glimpses and within the sought after Frankston High school zone an inspection is a must through this property to completely appreciate what is behind closed doors.

Never before have we seen this standard & quality, this modern town house is sure to impress the most discerning buyers or the astute investors looking for the low maintenance property to add to the port folio. With 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms plus the bonus of downstairs powder room.

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4 Paisley Drive Fresh and ready for the family

4 Upminster Court 686sq at the bowl of the Court

Located less than 300 metres from shops, public transport and Jubilee Park.

Featuring: •3 Large bedrooms all with ceiling fans •Sizable lounge with gas heating, air conditioning and ceiling fans •Light and bright kitchen with upright gas stove/cook top, breakfast bar, pantry and good cupboard space.

Located at the bowl of a court in the much sort after golf links estate stand this excellent home. Featuring: •3 good sized bedrooms with built in robes •Large lounge room with split system air conditioning + separate dining area. •Open plan meals area flowing onto kitchen.

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15 Yarrum Court Are you looking for quality?

2 Yardley Court A Touch of Paradise

Your search ends here with this five bedroom or four plus office family home with bay views located in the prestigious Whistlestop Estate.

Features include the master bedroom with district views and of the Dandenong’s, a walk through robe and full updated en suite.

Found in this tranquil environment is a unique 2 storey, 3 bedroom 2 bathroom classically designed home. The mixture of earthy tones, natural light, privacy, space and location makes for a high standard of living. You will appreciate the smart design and comforts of a fully equipped kitchen with great views.

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5 Bartlett Street “Relax... Unwind... within this delightfully spacious & private retreat”

11 Cabernet Court Family Wanted

Set down a private tree lined grand entrance, this approx 1800sqm perfectly level block is a family’s own holiday retreat all year round. With four living zones, integrated alfresco/poolside/wet-bar entertaining areas, clever design concepts and smart use of inviting neutral colour themes.

This family home is ideally located in sought after Frankston South. With easy access to both the city and the Mornington Peninsula, this is a great home in a court location. The home has 3 spacious bedrooms, study and large formal lounge. The hostess kitchen features stainless steel appliances.

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legal eagle Your Real Estate Law Update

Sponsored by Lisa Davies & Associated Conveyancing Hi it’s Lisa again from Lisa Davies & Associates Conveyancing. I had such an overwhelming response to my inaugural column in Preview, I would like to thank the people who emailed me at asklisa@lisadavies. com.au with their questions about property law. This week’s topic I discus how the condition of a property is to be delivered to you at settlement. Everyone has different expectations as to levels of cleanliness and condition.

Ultimately the contract you enter into with the Vendor sets out these rules.

Contract Promises Entering into a standard form of contract to buy real estate sets a benchmark as to how a property is to be delivered to you on the settlement day. The contract states the property is to be delivered to you in the same condition it was on the day of sale. In most circumstances this is the day the Vendor accepts your offer to buy the property. This means if the property is neat and tidy on the day of sale then this is how it is to be delivered to you at settlement. If the property is a mess, with rubbish, holes in the wall, dirty floors and an unclean oven this is how the Vendor is to deliver the property to you.

Many Purchasers feel the property must be delivered in a clean and tidy state. Unfortunately this is simply not the case. You need to remember a contract to buy real estate is not the same as a rental agreement where rental agreements in most circumstances requires the tenant to steam clean carpets and clean the home prior to vacating.

Before Settlement Day No one likes to do the packing when moving house and in most instances mess is everywhere when you are getting ready to move.

The Purchaser under the contract is entitled to inspect the property prior to the settlement to ensure the property is being delivered in the same condition it was at the time of entering the contract. This is where issues can arise especially when

furniture is moved and blemishes, holes in plaster and carpet stains can be more visible. If you notice these, contact your conveyancer.

However be mindful the Vendor will most likely respond to say the damage was like that at the time of signing the contract. Unfortunately you will be the one to prove to say it wasn’t like that condition and this is where arguments can start.

It is always good to make detailed notes about the property when you sign the contract to support any issues.

Important Note: The Vendor is under no obligation to allow you back through the property after signing the contact with the exception of a final inspection.

Fair Wear and Tear There are always exceptions and fair wear and tear is one of them.

If an event such as an old fence falling over before the settlement was to occur, the Vendor would be under no obligation to repair it as they could argue the fence was in poor condition and the effect of the weather blew it over.

Fair wear and tear does not cover accidental damage such moving bumps and grazes in walls and the Vendor should have these repaired.

Ultimately when you are spending hundreds of thousands of dollars on a home you would hope the Vendor would do the right thing by ensuring the property is left in a clean and tidy state. However should something different occur you will need to rely on the contract and the rights and obligations it creates for both Vendor and Purchaser.

Lisa Davies & Associates Conveyancing is the preferred conveyancer for eVIEW real estate.

If you need advice or assistance with the sale or purchase of your next property call us today on 9758 7588 (7 days). We have offices in Seaford and Cranbourne and offer a free perusal of contracts before your sign.

The content of this article is not legal advice and is not intended to be a substitute for legal advice and should not be relied upon as such. If you wish to seek legal advice concerning property matters we would be more that pleased to assist you. Please call Lisa Davies Conveyancing to discuss your matter in more detail.

Got a question Ask Lisa Best question of the month will be published Email: lisa@lisadavies.com.au

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Tips in accounting with Miranda Accounting Services

TIPS FOR RUNNING A SUCCESSFUL BUSINESS There are many reasons why people start businesses flexibility, earning money, better lifestyle. Starting a business is the easy part, creating a successful business is more challenging.

It is so easy to get caught up in the day to day running of your business that you can often get lost and start to feel very overwhelmed and alone.

So how do you create a successful business? Here are 8 top tips to help you.

1. Know what you want to achieve - Having definite objectives will help you to work towards your goals. Break them down into smaller goals that you can achieve as you work towards your ultimate goals. It is much better than having everything going round in your head and being unsure whether you are actually achieving anything.

2. If you haven’t already you need to research your market - Keep abreast of what your competitors are doing. Also find out about your customers. Who are they? What and why they purchase from you?

This will help you to get more of the right type of customers.

3. Review and Improve - This is critical. On a regular basis you need to continuously review and monitor your progress and where you are. Monitoring the progress means that if something

isn’t working you can modify it immediately. This will help you to take your business to the next level.

4. Discard the myth that you can do it all yourself - you will pay a high price if you do. Get help from experts - use their knowledge to help you grow your business. Recruit a PR person, a bookkeeper, an admin person etc.

5. Balance your time - Plan your family and business time. Make a clear distinction between the two and avoid working in family time.

6. Get yourself a’ buddy’ Surrounding yourself with other like-minded people is a must and so is getting yourself a’buddy’.

Bounce ideas off and also get a “kick�from your buddy is essential.

7. Take time out for yourself - We often get lost in our businesses, especially when it is new so try and take time out for yourself on

a regular basis. Treat yourself to lunch with friends, get your hair/ nails done, play golf, go shopping etc.

8. Believe in yourself - Every one of us has the ability to achieve our goals and dreams. So believe in yourself, believe that you can do it and with help and support from your friends and family this is Starting a new business is a significant decision. It takes hard work and commitment but more importantly you need to reap the rewards from your investment and if you stick to a plan there is no reason why you shouldn’t succeed.

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Steps you can take to have an urgent item repaired • Speak with your landlord about whether your repair is urgent. If you request urgent repairs, the landlord or agent must respond without delay. • If a repair is urgent and you are not getting a prompt response from your landlord or agent, you can authorise the repair for up to $1000. • You can give your landlord or agent a notice asking that they pay you back for the cost of the urgent repairs. Your landlord or agent has 14 days to pay from the date they receive the notice. • If the landlord or agent does not complete the urgent repairs and they are going to cost more than $1000, or you cannot afford to pay for them, you can apply to VCAT, which will hear the application within two (2) business days. VCAT can order the landlord or agent to arrange the repairs.

On the grapevine Eview Rosebud Growing up in a Real Estate family Peter began his involvement in real estate at an early age, ringing the auction bell on weekends for his father’s real estate business in Beaumaris.

A career in the banking industry followed, and later a period of self employment in various retail businesses in country Victoria. on the PETER HILDEBRAND Settling Mornington Peninsula Licensed Estate Agent in 1988, Peter has REIV Member had an impressive record of selling real estate and a strong reputation for impeccable client service.

Strong negotiating skills combined with a high level of communication, commitment, integrity, energy and focus are all key factors in Peter’s ongoing success.

“Some of the important keys to providing clients with superlative service and performance are honesty, empathy, being a good listener and of course, keeping clients informed at every stage. This must be backed up by sound business acumen and a methodical approach,” says Peter.

Being a fully Licensed Estate Agent since 1988 and a member of the REIV, Peter’s wealth of knowledge in all areas of real estate offers you a valuable edge.

We are excited to announce the opening of our newest branch office... Rosebud Peter Hilderbrand & Niels Jensen

NIELS JENSEN

Agent’s representative - REIV Member Niels has been actively involved on the Mornington Peninsula for 16 years.

Initially engaged in the restaurant/hospitality industry, it was inevitable that with his interest in real estate and his many contacts in the area, Niels was destined for a career in real estate.

Having won numerous awards while working with other local agencies, he has discovered the benefits of working within the Eview Real Estate model. Niels has a high work ethic and is totally committed to getting the best possible result for his clients.

His interest are, apart from his family and real estate; with maybe a bit of golf, the beach and the local wineries when he can find the time.

Community news To advertise your favourite local Community Group for FREE! Contact news@eview.com.au

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Our Mission

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Supported by sound research, we develop and deliver effective, efficient and sustainable therapeutic and prevention programs for the benefit of young people, their families and the community.

Founded in 1865, in LaTrobe Street, Melbourne, the Latrobe Street Ragged School and Mission was established for the ‘rescue of waifs and strays and the relief of the destitute poor.” Mr William Minton became the honorary superintendent in 1891 instituting many activities and services for children and their families. After ten name changes over the years the organisation is now known as Menzies. Inc. In 1901 the organisation, then known as the Melbourne Ragged Boys Home under the direction of Mr William Minton moved to Oliver’s Hill on the Mornington Peninsula. On William Minton’s retirement in 1924 the name was changed to the Minton Boys Home and in 1943 there was a further name change to The Menzies Home for Boys to honour the work of the long time president, Mr James Menzies (father of Sir Robert Menzies).

Today Menzies Inc continues to provide a high standard of support for young people in need. Menzies Inc is a non-profit organisation which provides a broad range of innovative programs and services designed to equip young people who can no longer live with their natural families with the life skills they need to lead independent, fulfilled lives.

Home, residential care services provides full-time care and support to sixteen young people. There are four homes with four young people in each home. The homes are located in Frankston, Seaford and Mount Eliza. Menzies also specialises in caring for young people with disabilities, including autism. The children are referred to Menzies from the Department of Human Services and other local agencies.

To satisfy the growing need of youth issues in the Frankston and Mornington Peninsula region, Menzies purchased Sages Cottage Farm in 2003.

The programs provided to young people at Sages Cottage Farm include: • Springboard Traineeship program offers Certificate II & III in Horticulture and Certificate II & III in Hospitality at Sages Cottage Café.

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• Making Tracks Animal Assisted Therapy program encourages young people to form friendships at school and interact better with their families, which assist them in understanding pro-social behaviour.

• Enhanced Visitation Centre provides supervised access visits between parents and their children.

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• Making Waves – Kids on Air encourages young people to voice their opinions on current issues on Community Radio 3RPP each Tuesday from 4-5 pm. All young people on the Peninsula are invited to participate.

The cost to run the Making Tracks Animal Assisted Therapy Program: $150,000 per year ($2,844 for one child to participate)

For bookings please contact: Asha Sandifer Fundraising & Marketing Manager P: M: E:

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Menzies Inc. caring for children for over 150 years www.menzies.org.au

The cost to pay for other unfunded programs at Sages Cottage Farm is $200,000. These include volunteer management, community development programs, Sages Cottage Café, Community Kitchen Garden, animal care and maintenance.

Today, Menzies Inc is governed by a volunteer Committee of Management, supported by the Chief Executive Officer and an Executive Team of managers in five departments. Menzies has 70 full and part-time employees and over 50 volunteers who work on the heritage listed Sages Cottage Farm. Corporate employees volunteer their time to assist in special projects on the Farm.

Members of the wider community are encouraged to become involved by: • Making a donation • Becoming a corporate partner • Volunteering time and or services • Leaving a gift in a Will • Becoming an ambassador • Hosting fundraising events and making a donation through Everyday Hero (online) Current sources of income are: Government – 85.9%, Bequests, 0.2%, Grants and Trusts – 4.6 % and Community Support 9.3%.

The demand far exceeds the income. Menzies Inc can only thrive through the generosity of the community.

Please contact: Holly Reid, CEO at reidh@menzies.org.au or on (03) 9784-9700.

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Get to know...

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After 8 years of working with a large franchise, competitor agency I decided to take a fresh approach and made the change to Eview Real Estate Partners to further my real estate career. My first 18 months with eview have been challenging yet rewarding and I have been able to rejuvenate myself and have learnt so much in such a short space of time. I have also met the most amazing group of work colleagues/directors of who are now great friends. When I am not busy listing and selling I enjoy spending time with my wife and children, my wide range of awesome friends and my extended family.

My second love is Aussie rules footy; I have been a die hard Saints fan for over 40 years and I go to the games at every opportunity. I also enjoy my 4 wheel driving and camping trips with the boys, eating out and trying different foods/restaurants and travelling abroad.

Enjoy life, treasure each day and love what you do!

Sam’s “gluten free” pear, passionfruit and almond cake Ingredients: 3 eggs 185g softened butter ½ cup caster sugar 1 ½ cups Almond meal 420g pear halves (canned – drained) 1 /3 Cup passionfruit pulp (optional)

Method: Pre heat oven to approximately 180°C Lightly grease and line a 30cm x 20cm lamington tin In a medium sized bowl blend the butter and sugar and mix until light and fluffy add the eggs one at a time, beating until all is combined then stir in the almond meal Pour the mixture into the prepared tin and

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top with the pear halves Bake for approximately 45 minutes Once out of the oven, let it rest for 10 minutes before removing from the tin Once cooled pour over the passionfruit pulp (optional)

Jeff’s Handy Hints How does my sand filter work and how often should the sand be changed?

Your swimming pool filter sand is very rough when it’s new.

This roughness is what makes the sand efficient at filtering out the particles of dirt in your swimming pool water. The dirt particles are caught in the rough sand. As this roughness is smoothed out - as stones in a stream wear smooth over time - your swimming pools filter’s efficiency goes down.

This means that your filtration system has to run more frequently and for more hours to accomplish the same task.

We recommend changing the sand at least every 4 to 5 years.

Leaving it longer between sand changes is not recommended as it increases the amount of sanitizer used and needing to increase filtration times. Having your sand changed regularly will prevent potential increased chemical costs and increased power usage and cost. Now is a great time to have your sand changed, before the season kick in.

Talk to us about the best option for you, whether you are doing it yourself or getting one of our trained technicians to do it for you.

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residential Langwarrin

Offers Over $800,000

Frankston South

$440,000-$469,000

20 Donald Road Rare Sub-Division Opportunity

162 Frankston Flinders Road Great Start, Great Investment

This great 5 acre property could be sub-divided in 2 X 2.5 acre subject to Council Approval. The three bedrooms original cottage is a bonus as the price has been based on land value only. The cottage has a large living area, a functional kitchen, one bathroom and an outside laundry.

Located in the Frankston High School Zone, this home is sure to be a great investment. Currently tenanted on a twelve month lease at $370 per week, this four bedroom abode (three with BIR’s) features a spacious kitchen that opens up to light filled sunroom.

3

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Rosa Perna 0421 021 506

3

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Frankston South

Auction: Saturday, 17 September at 12pm

4

2

Joe Viglione 0407 260 733

2

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Frankston South

$740,000 - $820,000

36A Grange Road Hermitage on Grange - Oliver’s Hill

32 Mountain Avenue Must be sold, live your dream today!!!

Perfectly positioned in a quiet cul-de-sac adjoining Sweetwater Creek Nature Flora & Fauna Reserve, this charming and private federation style villa is packed with features to enhance your life style. One of only two (No Body Corp Fees) this home boasts 3 bedrooms (master with en-suite).

Our vendor has purchased and must sell, not often does such a well loved and maintained home become available at an affordable price. With vaulted ceiling, exposed brick work, an amazing pool and district views, take the time to explore this home and be rewarded.

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David Politakis 0438 779 735

1

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Frankston South

$590,000 - $620,000

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Frankston South

$490,000 - $540,000

10 Nareen Court Simply Outstanding!

2 Nareen Court Great family living within the Zone!!!

Newly renovated and oozing with street appeal, this double story home is truly outstanding. Brilliantly located in the bowl of a quiet court, merely a short walk to Frankston High School and with transport on your doorstep.

Everything is complete, move in and start enjoying!

Situated in a quiet court, walking distance to all essential amenities is this great sized family home on a generous approx 667 sqm allotment. Well kept and meticulously maintained this great family home is just awaiting the family to make it their own.

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Arthur Proios 0414 676 641

1

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Frankston South

Auction: Saturday, 8 October at 1pm

Derek Lea 0412 204 036

3

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2

Derek Lea 0412 204 036

3

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Langwarrin

$422,000 - $462,000

11 The Ridge Scenic Big Family Living

34 John Street Family enjoyment - close to all amenities

Not often does a family home come along, with enough room for the big family, accommodating multiple living areas, with the bonus of fantastic views in such a sought after Frankston South locale. If you are trying to accommodate the big family in a great location, this has to be one on the list.

Close to schools, shops and transport, this charming 9 year old home is situated near Crueden Farm and has all the ‘bells and whistles’ such as separate living areas, ducted heating and cooling, large bedrooms, formal and informal lounges and a layout designed for comfortable family living.

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Peter Syle 0409 722 505

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Sandra Bardebes 0414 707 455

residential Langwarrin

Auction: Saturday, 10 September at 1pm

Langwarrin

$345,000-$360,000

25 Lloyd Street At least you have options...

35 Tyrone Street Great place to call home...

Set on a block of approx 840sqm, this property screams potential! It boasts great street appeal for those who want a family home on a larger block of land or potential development (STCA) for those looking to invest in their own future.

This fantastic private 3 bedroom plus study home could be just the start you are looking for and jammed packed with value in a great Langwarrin location and located moments away from the local park and walking distance to primary and secondary schools.

3

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Arthur Proios 0414 676 641

1

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Langwarrin

Offers invited over $695,000

3

1

Jamie Universita 0400 572 672

2

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Mount Eliza

$695,000-$750,000

9 Woodduck Court Entertain in Luxury and Style

274 Canadian Bay Road Canadian Bay Hideaway

Grand and spacious inside, offering approx 40 plus sq of luxury & comfortable living. Featuring a large paved outdoor entertaining area, plenty of room for the boat, caravan & or pool for the kids to enjoy, quality fittings & fixtures including large kitchen with granite benches & breakfast bar.

Beautifully presented this superb family home incorporates style with spacious living. Decorated in subtle modern tones the zoned living floor plan incorporates 2 living areas with light, space and privacy. Set on just over 1/2 an acre overlooking your own private captivating resort style pool.

4

3

Stewart Montgomery 0437 090 010

2

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Mount Eliza

$785,000 - $840,000

4

2

Bianca Peters 0412 929 429

2

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Mornington

$625,000- $675,000

18 Leindan Court Tranquil bush setting - and yes its a flat block!

1/1 Turnbull Street Beachside Beauty

Sitting back on a peaceful 2/3 acre parcel of land located in a tranquil native bush setting, this well maintained quality home represents a great opportunity for families seeking peace and privacy. Perfect for entertaining with both formal and informal living this five bedroom plus study home is sure to impress.

This stylish contemporary Single Level Townhouse is located within just minutes to Mornington’s finest beaches, main street cafes and boutique shops. Features include •3 Bedrooms •study •Master bedroom complete with en suite •2 Living areas •Main bathroom comprising of modern tones complete with bath.

5

2

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Mornington

Janice Dunn 0402 285 698

$988,000

3

2

Peter Juraschek 0418 319 080

1

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Mount Martha

Offers Invited Over $1,400,000

2/12 Turnbull Street Beachside Bliss

53 Park Road Uninterrupted Coastal Views

Situated within approximately 200 meters to Morningtons finest beaches and Main street shops and cafes. This cutting edge modern design townhouse has had no expense spared built by one of the peninsulas most articulate quality builders. Complete with a 7 year builders warranty.

Experience exhilarating 180 degree bay vistas of blue-on-blue brilliance from this five bedroom contemporary home of double-storey design. An elevated 1300m2 position (approx.) set on the stunning Mt Martha hillside has conscious regard for the coastal view from either end of the property.

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Bianca Peters 0412 929 429

5

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Arthur Proios 0414 676 641

2

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residential Patterson Lakes

$670,000 - $720,000

Rosebud

$440,000 - $475,000

12 Hatteras Court Imposing Executive Grandeur

51 Denholm Street Excellent Value - Perfect Presentation

You’ll love this immaculate residence of grand proportions, nestled amongst the finest homes in Harbour Town. Luxuriously appointed, this craftsman quality built home is designed to impress the most discerning buyer. Offering 4 spacious bedrooms, master with 2 x WIRs, ensuite and private balcony.

Impeccable in every way, this 3 bedroom home has been designed for comfort. Ideal for retirees/ investors or first home buyers seeking value for money. All the convenience of a Unit, with room in the garage for a full sized caravan and no Owners Corporation hassles.

5

2

George Begala 0412 133 906

2

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Rosebud

$369,000

3

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Peter Hildebrand 0407 335 841

4

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Seaford

Offers Invited Over $459,000

102 Fourth Avenue When superlatives won’t suffice

39 Carrington Court We Have Found Paradise

This eminently liveable, rentable property in the best part of the avenue is priced to sell. Some of the many features include: • Good sized lounge with gas heater plus reverse cycle split system • Separate dining room • New kitchen • New bathroom with skylight and heat lamps

Tailored for the family of all ages, we have been favoured to offer for sale this quality & unique 4 Bedroom, 3 bathroom family home, set in a prime court locale plus with a bonus of a stunning in-ground swimming pool setting all on a 574sqm ( approx.) block.

2

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Niels Jensen 0414 705 179

2

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Seaford

Price By Negotiation

4

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$435,000 - $465,000

17 Levuka Street Stunning, exclusive and sure to amaze

55 Seaford Grove Beauty within

An absolutely stunning home in a prime location. Featuring: •Large lounge with open fire place, beautiful bulk head and by fold doors opening onto front decking •Open plan kitchen and dining room •Light filled kitchen complete with 900mm gas cook top, double sink with water filter.

Situated in highly sought after Beachside Seaford the vendors proudly present their renovated character home For Sale. Offering front entry porch leading into a cosy light filled lounge, 3 bedrooms with the master boasting a full ensuite and bir’s, modern kitchen abutting a meals area.

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Somerville

Ash Marton 0437 754 372

$670,000 - $710,000

Francis Walker 0410 559 454

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Seaford

$335,000-$365,000

6 Woodlands Drive Character & charm in a prize location

27/1 Young Street READY TO GO...

Looking for a tree change? This 1850sqm (approx) property is situated in one of Somerville’s most sought after locations being the Woodlands Estate. Offering charm and serenity, this unique character filled property will be sure to capture your imagination.

A perfect unit in Seaford has just come on the market. Very neat and situated in a great pocket this approx 12 year young unit will charm those who inspect. It comprises of: •3 bedrooms, 2 with BIR, master with WIR •Two way central bathroom •Formal lounge •Kitchen with all modern appliances.

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Sam Bucca 0412 755 544

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Sam Bucca 0412 755 544

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George Findikakis 0418 397 268

property management Frankston South

$330 per week

8 Watson Street Looking for something a little different?

Character ďŹ lled home on generous nature lovers allotment.

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Cheryl Keher 0458 550 169

Frankston South

Seaford

7 Wattletree Lane Neat as a pin!!!!!

Set behind iron gates for privacy this very bright and sunny home is one to inspect. Featuring polished wood oors throughout.

2

Branka Jevtic 0458 550 169

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Chelsea Heights

2 Amaroo Drive Ready to Move In-Family Home

This fantastic three bedroom unit will not disappoint !. Comprising of three spacious betdrooms, Lainie Cashman one with built in robes.

0468 968 382

This light and bright 3 bedroom family home has just been given a makeover.

Freshly painted throughout Lainie Cashman with new carpets.

0468 968 382

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Liane Owen 0458 550168

1

Seaford

$600 per week

0468 968 382

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Chelsea

$370 per week

3/57-59 Golden Avenue Golden Opportunity

This is an impressive and stunning four bedroom two bathroom residence.

Lainie Cashman 4

$375 per week

This spacious and beautifully renovated 2 bedroom unit is close to the beach, shopping Cheryl Keher centre and transport.

0458 550 169 2

23 Bainbridge Avenue A testament to beachside quality and class

2

Mornington

1/113 Prince Street Delightfully renovated front unit 1 of 3 only

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$310 per week

4/19 Austin Road YOUR SEARCH IS OVER!

3

$310 per week

This townhouse is a stunner.

Situated in a very private position but close to everything. Featuring 3 large bedrooms with robes.

3

$375 per week

Frankston

1/19 The Ridge Near new town house

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$450 per week

2

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Brand new and gorgeous 2 bedroom unit located walking distance to the crystal waters of Chelsea Lainie Cashman Beach.

0468 968 382 2

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Market Snapshot Mornington 3931 M Number of houses/units 12001/4796

Highest price paid - last 12 months........................................ $3,300,000

House/unit sales - last 12 months............................................... 523/134

Lowest price paid - last 12 months................................................ $79,000

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The outcome was compared to that gained from a balanced portfolio of Australian shares as measured by movements in the Australian All Ordinaries Index over the same time.

The recent falls in the stock market, both here and overseas, are a timely reminder about the benefits of diversified investment portfolio which includes property.

Mornington is a sea side town on the Mornington Peninsula, Victoria, Australia, located 57 km south-east of Melbourne’s central business district. It is in the Local Government Area of the Shire of Mornington Peninsula.

Mornington is known for its “village” atmosphere and its beautiful beaches. Mornington is a popular tourist destination with Melburnians who often make day trips to visit the area’s bay beaches and wineries.

Topography: The town centre runs into the foreshore area and local beach.

History: The Post Office opened on 21 May 1856 as Schnapper Point and was renamed Mornington in 1864. An earthquake measuring 4.5 on the Richter scale struck the town on September 2, 1932 associated with the nearby Selwyn fault. No injuries or major damage was reported.

Parks: The town centre runs into the foreshore area and local beach, which features a yacht club, restaurant and park with playground facilities.

Culture: Mornington is an attractive destination for shopping and features some excellent restaurants and cafes. The north of Mornington is also home to several horse breeders and stables.

Mornington is served by two major roadways, the Nepean Highway and Moorooduc Highway. The Peninsula Link is planned as part of the 2008 Victorian Government Transport Plan.

The last 20 years have shown that investment in Melbourne property has provided better returns than the stock market, a factor that will provide further comfort to property investors.

A recent study by Dr Ashton de Silva and Professor Gavin Wood published

by RMIT University showed that, in addition to satisfying the basic need of accommodation, housing was also a very solid long-term investment.

Their study compared the typical rates of appreciation across 108 different segments and 500,000 sales between 1990 and 2010. This period of time includes the 1991 recession, Asian Financial Crisis, the 2001 recession and the recent Global Financial Crisis.

Source: Wikkipedia, Domain.com.au

If you are about to sell your home or investment property you’re probably wondering how best to present it. Property styling is one excellent way to radically improve your home’s prospects for selling as fast as possible for the highest price.

It also allows you to create the ‘wow’ factor in your home that will leave a lasting impression upon buyers.

Regroup Enterprises is one of Victoria’s most reputable property styling services.

They offer complete home staging solutions tailored to the unique needs of each property. They are the smart choice for home-owners and property developers intending to add value to their property.

Whether you’re a residential homeowner planning to sell, a property developer trying to reach a particular market or just someone who wants to spruce up their living space, interior designer Kym Smirnoff has the expertise to reinvent and restyle your property so it’s dressed to impress. Conventional property stylists often insist on a total replacement of the client’s furniture and accessories while ReGroup Enterprises strive to use as much of their client’s own furniture to achieve the end result. They cleverly de-clutter and reposition the existing furniture and dress this with fashionable accessories.

ReGroup, unlike some other stylists, can also provide a full end-to-end property styling make-over. This can include; gardening, handyman services, painting, packing, cleaning and the very best styling. In other words, ReGroup can have you place looking immaculate from start to finish.

A common misconception with property styling is that the cost is prohibitive. Generally this is not the case.

Although it does depend on how far you take your home makeover, a good indication of the average price is somewhere between $750 - $2000. Poor property presentation can often be attributed for disappointing offers $20,000 - $40,000 below the asking price. Professionally styled homes regularly attract multiple competing buyers making a ReGroup restyle one of the smartest moves you’ll make. The results are sure to impress.

Phone: 0418 125 437 www.regroupenterprises.com.au Page 14

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The study showed that that the quarter-on-quarter percentage increases for property was 1.6 per cent compared to 1.3 per cent for shares.

Not only were the returns greater but they were subjected to less volatility.

The study also found that in over 80 per cent of the market segments reviewed there was very little or no correlation between the share market and returns from the residential property market. This means that broadening an investment portfolio to include property is likely to provide not only stability to the outcomes but can also help to counter balance significant shifts in the stock market.

Enzo Raimondo CEO REIV

Team eview Sales Results July 2011 Suffern Avenue

Bayswater

$475,000

Trinity Drive

Langwarrin

$435,000

Nepean Highway

Bonbeach

$620,000

Myrtle Street

Langwarrin

$360,000

Neerim Road

Carnegie

$815,000

John Street

Langwarrin

$280,000

Spencer Drive

Carrum Downs

$376,000

Pardelote Court

Mornington

$410,000

Athenium Court

Carrum Downs

$338,000

Lucerne Avenue

Mornington

$615,000

Koala Court

Chelsea

$450,000

Amberley Drive

Mount Martha

$650,000

Argyle Avenue

Chelsea

$660,000

Eumeralla Grove

Mt Eliza

Dobell Drive

Chelsea

UNDER CONTRACT

Blue Horizons Way

Pakenham

$355,000

Evelyne Avenue

Cranbourne

$265,000

Gladesville Blvd

Patterson Lakes

$195,000

Coven Heath

Cranbourtne East

$430,000

Gladesville Blvd

Patterson Lakes

UNDER CONTRACT

Field Avenue

Edithvale

$815,000

Acacia Crescent

Patterson Lakes

$582,500

Silas Avenue

Frankston

$340,000

Brigantine Court

Patterson Lakes

$960,000

Lucerne Crescent

Frankston

$350,000

Elizabeth Drive

Rosebud

$372,000

Jayne Street

Frankston

$280,000

Currawong Court

Rosebud West

$450,000

Skye Road

Frankston

$205,000

Clovelly Parade

Seaford

$415,000

Yarram Court

Frankston

$399,000

McGowan Drive

Skye

$604,000

Kenilworth Avenue

Frankston

$345,000

McCormicks Road

Skye

$345,000

Iona Court

Frankston

$305,750

Healesville Koo Wee Rup Road Woori Yallock

Skye Road

Frankston

$320,000

Karma Court

Frankston

$320,000

Milford Street

Frankston

$391,000

Isabella Crescent

Frankston

$389,000

Gladwyn Avenue

Frankston

$285,000

McMahons Road

Frankston

UNDER CONTRACT

Dell Road

Frankston

UNDER CONTRACT

Skye Road

Frankston

$205,000

Dianella Court

Frankston

$420,000

Mahogany Avenue

Frankston North

UNDER CONTRACT

Blaxland Avenue

Frankston South

$497,500

Christopher Drive

Frankston South

$445,000

Sycamore Road

Frankston South

$510,000

Newgrove Road

Healesville

$370,000

Smith Street

Healesville

$370,000

Houlder Avenue

Junction Village

$285,000

Donald Road

Langwarrin

$880,000

Donald Road

Langwarrin

$880,000

Myrtle Street

Langwarrin

$355,000

UNDER CONTRACT

UNDER CONTRACT

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