Beachside Edition Hello and welcome to the launch issue of the Beachside Edition. I’d like to take this opportunity to introduce myself if we haven’t already met. I was recently presented with a fantastic opportunity to work with McGrath Terrigal and in doing so I aim to provide the Terrigal locals with the most up to date market trends, community news and community events. I look forward to seeing you out & about soon.
Josh Mana T 02 4384 0237 M 0455 050 888 E joshmana@mcgrath.com.au
The Local Market One of the most interesting trends we are seeing over these last few months is that more properties have been selling than new listings coming to market. This has presented us with lower stock levels and consistently strong buyer demand, which is almost equally distributed between local buyers and Sydney metro buyers.
Although there has been talk of the Sydney property market slowing, we are yet to see any ripple effects in the local Terrigal market so far. What this means is that our typically slower winter period may see some of the best opportunities for home owners to take advantage of strong buyer interest and low competition.
Upcoming Events in our Community Terrigal Beach Markets Terrigal Beach Support local makers, craftsmen, artists, designers, musicians and the do-ityourselfers on the picturesque foreshore of Terrigal Beach. When: Saturday 15th July, 9am-3pm Greedy Guts Street Food Markets Florida Beach Bar Terrigal Once a month the Florida
Beach Bar is transformed into a boutique street food market filled with local food stalls. When: Friday 15th July, from 5pm Into the Wild Crowne Plaza Terrigal Kids High Tea When: Sunday 9th July
We Love Community – Terrigal Trotters The home of running on the beautiful Central Coast. The event takes place every Saturday morning from 6am meeting at the Terrigal Surf Club Car Park. Cost is $2 each Saturday morning that you run and after 10 recorded runs you automatically become a member. To find out more visit terrigaltrotters.com.au
DID YOU KNOW? Brass doorknobs disinfect themselves. Several metals including brass, copper, aluminium, iron, lead and silver are antimicrobial and they kill bacteria and brass is the most antimicrobial of them all.
Victory Day Barbers On our latest episode of Out & About with Josh Mana we spoke with Jacob Hurrell, owner of Victory Day Barbers. Josh: Tell us a little bit about Victory Day Barbers, how did you start up & why Terrigal? Jacob: I only moved to the Central Coast in July of this year after travelling to & from Monavale to Gosford & decided I’d like to open my open barbershop. This was the perfect location with a great view. My last profession was under-ground mining, so it’s great to look out at the beach each day. Josh: Tell me more about the business, how did you come up with the name Victory Day? Jacob: That’s a bit of a funny story. I originally
wanted to call it the Dirtbag Social Club, however when we found the location it didn’t seem fitting. We were watching the news & there’s a famous kiss between a sailor & a nurse in Time Square on Victory Day over Japan & it just seemed right. We’ve got a bit of a military theme, end of WWII theme. As we are underneath the Crowne Plaza it’s easier to get our name out there, we get a lot of hotel guests wanting to fill in time while the other half is off shopping & they can have a shave or a haircut with the added benefit of a beer or whisky. I just wanted to make it a fun environment, a place to get your haircut, a real boys club. Josh: So tell me, what is the difference between a hairdresser & a barber? Jacob: Barber is basically short back & sides; anything that goes over the ears is classed as a hairdresser. The other real difference is a barber shop is a guy’s environment, a place for a man to be a man, boys to hang out, have a chat, have a beer. Your barber should be your best mate, therapist & hairdresser. Josh: It’s been great catching up with Jacob from Victory Day Barbers, if you are chasing a really good haircut, you will find him underneath the Crowne Plaza Terrigal. To see this episode of Out & About go to joshmana.com.au
How to Modernise Your Outdated Kitchen Whether your kitchen is a true fixer-upper from decades ago or your once-trendy laminate countertop and linoleum flooring fell out of style fast, it may be time to modernise your outdated kitchen. With new design trends showcasing creative uses of colours, modern appliances, and functional design, there are endless ways to bring your kitchen into the present day.
Whether you are trying to sell your home, or if you plan on staying in your space for generations to come – these ideas can help you transform your kitchen into the cooking space of your dreams. Here are 3 creative ways to make your dull, outdated kitchen feel new and inviting once again. 1. Upgrade your metals Outdated kitchens were made with materials that were popular decades ago, including metals used for kitchen hardware. With manufacturer’s releasing innovative materials and design trends following suit, it may be time to rethink your drawer pulls and lighting fixtures. Metals going modern in kitchen design include matte aluminium, stainless steel, brushed gold, and copper – try these materials out in your cabinetry hardware, pendant lighting, and range hood options. 2. Swap out your flooring Flooring is an area of your kitchen that is often forgotten, and yet plays a major role to your entire kitchen. If your flooring is keeping you in the past, try
*Source: freshome.com, December 19, 2016 in Decorating Ideas/Kitchen
switching from your traditional rolled vinyl or linoleum flooring to a more resilient, timeless material — we’re talking wood, tile, or stone. These materials will last longer as well as boost the value of your home. In recent years, ceramic tile that mimics the look of hardwood has become popular, as well as travertine and slate.
3. Modernise your countertops Your countertops also get a large portion of real estate in your kitchen. While outdated kitchens may have the inconvenient tile-and-grout or cheap vinyl for workspace, the variety of countertop surfaces options out there today are endless. From solid surfacing varieties that consist of resin and polymers to natural stone varieties such as marble and granite, there’s an option for everyone’s style and budget. Over the last few years, designers are becoming increasingly creative and are using heavy-duty structural materials for countertops. So add concrete, brick, tile, to your list, too.
Our Recent Sales
180 Scenic Highway, Terrigal Sold $842,500
1/2 Brunswick Road, Terrigal Sold $1,020,000
199 Scenic Highway, Terrigal. Sold $1,410,000
23 Sundale Avenue, Terrigal Sold $1,100,000
20 Cottee Crescent, Terrigal Sold $840,000
3 Henley Avenue, Terrigal Sold $1,200,000