Metrowest magazine 16 December 2014 issue

ISSUE 12, 16 DECEMBER 2014

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PUBLISHER’S NOTE

As we draw to a close for 2014, we have rounded off the year with a bumper issue packed with great reading, give aways and fun featuring an interview with Carolyn Cresswell, Melbourne’s home grown entrepreneur who became the driving force behind Carman’s Kitchen taking it from a cottage industry to now being exported to 32 countries across the globe. We head to rural Victoria, where we enjoy a delicious bush lunch hosted by celebrity Georgi Coghlan former host of The Circle and The 7.30 Project on Network 10 with her best friend and business partner Claire Molesworth. We feature new kid on the block Con IIiapoulos’s bridal couture as well as profile reviews on books, food, technology, interiors and the best inner west property profile.

In putting a line under 2014 and on behalf of everyone at Indent Media and Metrowest Magazine, we extend to you our warmest wishes for the festive season and a happy, healthy and safe 2015. We’ll be back with our summer issue in January.

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DESIGN & INTERIORS: Baroque Sanctuary WHAT’S ON GUIDE COVER STORY: Carolyn Cresswell TRAVEL : Istanbul FOOD : Bush Christmas FOOD & DRINK : Christmas Cocktails BEAUTY : Flawless Future by Elizebeth Arden STREETSPOTTING: Out and About FASHION: Con IIipoulos Summer Brides REAL ESTATE: Enzo Raimondo

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s soon as we enter John Pastoriza Pinol’s one bedroom apartment , we are entranced with the visual mix of colour, pattern and texture. We agree that his living space is best described as a fusion of New York Styled apartment,seedy gentlemen’s opium den and oriental curio. John has painted his walls in a bright lipstick red, a colour he has promised himself if he ever had his own place.

we enjoyed the overt nature of the baroque rococo themes in the Versace home-wares and furnishings which are spread throughout the unit. Pieces have been collected over the years from overseas trips, which evoke fond memories of travel. Where possible John displays his own artwok and work by other artists he admires. Interestingly he is drawn to artwoks which explore brutalist architecture, so seperate from the organc flowing forms he works with.

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This space is stylish clever living. We love the drawers under the table for storage of the silver. A dinner invitation from John is a visual and sensory delight, the table settings are supurb, Taitu “Mare” fine bone china, embroidered hand rolled linen napkins, etched glass stemware both antique and Versace of course. The dining chairs are upholstered in Pierre Deux and the pattern is Pondicherry Ecru.

His Grandfathers arm chair has been reupholstered with fabric by Manuel Canovas style in “Bengal Tiger”. The kitchen takes over a corner and is the epitome of design and functionality. John pushes the boundaries of interior design concepts with different furniture styles and fabric patterns, despite this the space presents as a wonderful baroque sanctuary it shouts good taste, a love of beautiful things and reflects the personality of an urbane urban gentleman.

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John Pastoriza Pinol Botanical Artist

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he boundaries of contemporary botanical art and accurate realism, e works of this artist urge the viewer to explore the deeper, more layered themes that are presented.

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ich luminous hues and gorgeously exotic and rare botanical specimens epitomise John Pastoriza-Piñol’s work, however his are much more than mere flower paintings: closer inspection reveals a certain ambiguity of form and intent directing us towards a dark and complex narrative. The familiarity and pleasure we derive from looking at a depiction of a beautiful plant or flower is somewhat challenged, and the artist suggestively urges us to look beyond the aesthetic and move into slightly more uneasy territory. There are much deeper themes being explored here, along with a tradition that spans back through centuries.

The art of botanical illustration is highly specialised, where plant portraits combine finely observed detail with artistic expression. Traditionally, as a form of scientific representation fundamentally for the purpose of identifying and classifying plants, botanical illustration has the ability to transcend the borders between art and science. This makes it difficult to categorise – as a field of study that dates back to antiquity it cannot be isolated from the social and cultural milieu in which it is produced. A more concentrated reading reveals it to be rather uniquely intertwined

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human behaviour have long been a with so many other fields, or perhaps purists might say that they do not more accurately those other fields strictly conform entirely to the precise source of fascination. Countless artists Please introduce yourself. definitions of botanical art. They before John, even outside the field of are given an alternative perspective botanical illustration, have used the through the window of botanical inhabit a territory somewhere between John Pastoriza-Piñol employs techniques from both the centuries-old tradition scientific analysis and symbolic depiction of flowers for centuries as art. Economics, politics, science, the of botanical drawing as well as contemporary art.that While watercolours arecomplex to express other history of discovery and colonisation, realism, prompting a reading goes hismetaphors religion, education, the and beyond the purely representational themes. executed withintellectualism, the precision verisimilitude of a botanical artist, his recurrent John has developed a distinctive evolution of technology and aesthetics, and literal. The artist himself says use ofoficonography: floating lack ofanshadow, negative space, the rise psychoanalytical theory and objects, he aims to engender appreciationuse of iconography in his work, and his contemporaryspecimens, botanical art and wouldcolour palettethe is extraordinarily of course, gender issues and sexuality. and pointedly, often broken orfordisturbed disarm purist. vivid.

A master of his medium, his perfectly Today, botanical art is experiencing accurate realism, however critical to Pastoriza-Piñol‘s vividly, beautiful works exist in a realm somewhere between the his creativity is the exploration of an executed watercolours remain true to a resurgence with artists adopting hyper-real andinterpretations literal and the surreal and fantastical. the1975, accuracy Melbourne, that is vital to botanical elaborate narrative in the deliberateBorn in more contemporary illustration yet they have a fluidity and pushing the boundaries. andthroughout composition of his subject Pastoriza-Piñol has John exhibited choice widely Australia and internationally, matter – he cites the unusual and and sensuality that stirs the viewer Pastoriza-Piñol’s work fits uniquely including New York and Pittsburg, Kew and London and Berlin and Madrid to experience more than a and mere between both the centuries-old macabre as enduring influences. marvelling of technique.

A sense of certainly not a new notion –the tradition of botanical illustration and has received numerous awardsIt’sfor botanical art including the American Society unease is created by the recurrent use intriguing characteristics of the plant current contemporary art: while his of Botanical Art Dianne Bouchier Award for Excellence in 2013. of certain motifs that are uniquely paintings are botanically accurate world, sensual aspects of botanical illustration, and the analogies with his own: floating subjects devoid of and the verisimilitude is exceptional,

Botanical illustration is a scientific discipline that portrays accurately the minute details of the plants. For clarity and simplicity, the plants are set against stark negative space, leaving little room to improvise. I can only think of Marianne North and Raymond Booth whose work went to incorporate the subject’s habitats and Robert Thorton who took stylistic liberties to convey a romantic mood in the Temple of Flora. How do you surf between scientific precision and your personal creative touch?

The centuries-old art form of botanical illustration is highly specialised - where plant portraits combine finely observed detail with artistic expression. Today, botanical art is experiencing a resurgence of interest, and artists are adopting more contemporary interpretations, pushing the boundaries. Rich luminous hues and gorgeously exotic and rare botanical specimens epitomise John Pastoriza-Piñol’s work, however these are more than mere flower paintings.

Closer inspection unearths a certain ambiguity of form and intent towards a dark Castanea sativa Iris Anthurium and complex narrative. The familiarity and pleasure we derive from looking at a depiction of a beautiful plant or flower is somewhat challenged, and the artist Artist’s Palette suggestively urges us to look beyond the aesthetic and move into slightly more uneasy territory.

The artist himself says he aims to engender an appreciation for contemporary botanical art and accurate realism, however critical to his creativity is the exploration of an elaborate narrative in the deliberate choice and composition of his subject matter – he cites the unusual and macabre as enduring influences.

How do you cajole the horticulturists into giving you the rare plants to paint? It’s hard to part with a rare or unusual plant one has devoted to propagating and growing.

My primarily focus is rare and unusual plants. Re-introducing less commonplace plants and unusual species certainly engages the audience. I find if yYou ask nicely and you most often you get the whole plant not just the bloom! Most plantsmen are very proud to have their treasure immortalised as a piece of fine art.

Watercolor is the primary medium through which plants are depicted in botanical illustration. There is no doubting its ability to impart a special translucence or ‘liveliness’ to plants. Have you explored other media besides watercolor?

Not as yet, I would love to work with glass, maybe in my retirement.

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tudies that John after his Gold medal winning show John completed his docturmiento in What are your on? at University of My worksGalicia, are designed to engage with the audience on an curator intimate level. ssly accurate, andcurrent projects you’re working in 2005, John Adams, of In Botany Vigo, terms of the subject matter, the viewer’s experience is highly subjective and I am inArtist’s the process of finalising a new series of in works to be exhibited at a d by22 their attention Ebury Galleries in London, offered Spain.

After returning to Australia, Palette personal as they stimulates curiosity and allows the viewer to more engaged show titled (Vignettes: Prefatory, Empirical, Mimesis, Brevity) in 2015 at the with each work/ group of works interpret way bringingof g as they do as himand hiscanfirst everin their soloown exhibition he was encouraged to formally study Art Gallery of Ballarat. The Art Gallery of Ballarat was established in 1884 and into focus the everyday. is the oldest and largest gallery in regional Australia. osed illustrations. botanical art to coincide with the 2006 botanical illustration at the Botanical You spend an inordinate amount of time teaching botanical The exhibition is based on the concept of a vignette, which originally was the medium allows Flower exhibition Art School of Melbourne under the illustration nationally andChelsea internationally.

WhatShow. are the The challenges you used to describe a small decorative design or small illustration used on the face one in explaining some of the techniques in botanical illustration? intaintitle a bright was formally opened by the then direction of Jenny Phillips, of the page of a book or at the beginning or end of a chapter. These small, pleasing pictures line atinfluential the border andAustralian often I havebotanical been teaching intermediate/advanced classes at the Geelong Botanic te, indicative of or views would have no definite Australian High Commissioner, His most the design would be a small, graceful literary sketch.

Gardens since 2005 and I have expanded my teaching circuit to include g in the warmer artists and renowned around theand international Master Excellency the Honourable Richard interstate Classes, educating my unique approach My component, titled Brevity, is based on the French proverb à la to the art form. Obviously with the medium watercolour, patience ke John are world.

The transition Alston, andofwas attended by and many fine Chandeleur, l’hiver se passe ou prend vigueur (winter either wanes or gains from amateur to time are common challenges. Accuracy is vital, as the smallest exclusion aspects of pride and relatively regret in thestrength). world These of works, all on vellum, will examine It wasidentification. an extraordinary professional was of anbrief integralfor plant structureart maycollectors. result in an incorrect One of using autumnal references juxtaposed with tattoos. downsides is that we are very If a work accurate portrayals John, prompting him to the develop histo this art form opportunity for critical Johnontodetail. exhibit at a is not as detailed or as accurate, most viewers are shy to praise and quick What has been the public reaction towards your work in various ause) they help to prominent fine gallery in the own style and exhibit further afield. to criticise.

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The flower is heart exhibitions? always the first component to be completed as nature waits for no man and the remarkable of London.

He began showing workis at the Royal Botanical art has been described as the meeting place between the arts and always the first part to change/ deteriorate first. The foliage and bulbs/ root sciences;seen however, many contemporary art Horticultural practitioners describe the hat isthe seldom Success the UK exhibition Society winter shows structure can take time as these do changefrom too much. genre as ‘pure documentation devoid of any social context’ and therefore not ndangered.” resulted inashis work being in Westminster London.You Immediately seem to favour the pomegranate a favourite subjectselected for pupils considered as an art form.

Contrary to critique, we are witnessing an increasing interest in botanic art with artists and illustrators continuing the centuries-old tradition of accurately and artistically recording plants. Surprisingly there is a resurgence of realism in contemporary art practice which has inspired many prominent artists to adopt more contemporary interpretations and therefore pushing the boundaries of this art form into mainstream. More established galleries are showing interest in displaying this art, and subsequently there are more opportunities to study and appreciate botanic art.

to paint. Why is this fruit a chosen one?

Punica granatum L., pomegranate, is an ancient, mystical, unique fruit borne on a small, long-living tree which is native to the region of Persia and the western Himalayan range, and is now cultivated throughout the Mediterranean region and elsewhere. Pomegranates are considered an emblem of fertility and fecundity, and have a strong affiliation to women.

The pomegranate features prominently in myth and religion as a symbol of the seasons of death and rebirth.

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what’s on

Melbourne Aces Australian Baseball League season continues during January.

Melbourne Ballpark, Merton Street, Laverton For a summer of top level sport and family fun. For further details and game schedule visit www.melbourneaces.com.au Movies by the Bay: Rio 2 (G) Friday 2 January approximately 8.45pm (or at dark) Logan Reserve, Altona Enjoy classic open air cinema in the park. Free movie night for the family to enjoy. For more information call 9932 1000 or visit www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au Mitchelton Bay Cycling Classic Criterium Monday 5 January Start the year with the excitement of professional cycling in the heritage waterfront precinct of Nelson Place, Williamstown.

Movies by the Bay: Planes: Fire Rescue (G) Friday 9 January approximately 8.45pm (or at dark) Logan Reserve, Altona Enjoy classic open air cinema in the park. Free movie night for the family to enjoy. For more information call 9932 1000 or visit www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au HOME project exhibition opening Main Lawn, Arts Centre Melbourne Saturday 10 January From 11 to 26 January 2015, people are invited to take a Little House, leave it in a public location of their choice and upload an image from its new home…. Tell a story and spread the word!

Sissy Blvd: Lee Lai, Katie Parrish, Merv Heers and Sam Wallman Friday 16 January to Sunday 15 March Opening Thursday 15 January 6pm to 8pm The Substation, 1 Market Street, Newport Four queer cartoonists based in Melbourne. Their drawings explore gender, sexuality, class, visibility, and the ways these themes overlap. Part of GoWest and Midsumma Festival 2015. For further information visit www.thesubstation.org.au Movies by the Bay: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (M) Friday 16 January approximately 8.45pm (or at dark) The Rotunda, Commonwealth Reserve, Williamstown Enjoy classic open air cinema in the park. Free movie night for the family to enjoy. For more information call 9932 1000 or visit www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au GOWEST as part of Midsumma Festival Sunday 18 January to Sunday 8 February Various locations around Hobsons Bay Showcasing the GLBTIQ community from Melbourne’s west. For more information visit www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au or www.midsumma.org.au Trilogies: Erik Bünger, Soda_Jerk, Willoh S. Weiland (Aphids) and OtherFilm Friday 23 January to Sunday 15 March Opening Thurs 22 January 6pm to 8pm The Substation, 1 Market Street, Newport An exhibition that brings together three major trilogies existing as video installations, audio works, live performances and lecture performances. Curated

by Will Foster. For further information visit www. thesubstation.org.au Movies by the Bay: Guardians of the Galaxy (M) Friday 23 January approximately 8.45pm (or at dark) The Rotunda, Commonwealth Reserve, Williamstown Enjoy classic open air cinema in the park. Free movie night for the family to enjoy. For more information call 9932 1000 or visit www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au 8

Seaworks Maritime Festival 24, 25 and 26 January 10am to 6pm Seaworks, 82 Nelson Place, Williamstown Commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Shenandoah, the Seaworks Maritime Festival has historic ships, American Civil War memorabilia, exhibitions, reenactments, canon firing, music, food ship models, water activities. Fun for the whole family.

For tickets and more information visit www.seaworks.com.au The Girl Who Never Was (by Erik Bünger) meets The Carousel (by Soda_Jerk) Saturday 24 January 7.30pm The Substation, 1 Market Street, Newport Coinciding with Trilogies exhibition, the exhibiting artists will present their internationally renowned 60 minute lecture performances, a medium popular since the 1960s. For further information and tickets visit www.thesubstation.org.au Australia Day in Altona Monday 26 January Logan Reserve, Weaver Reserve and Altona Beach Free family fun day including music, stalls, kids’ activities and fireworks at 9pm. For more information visit www.facebook.com/#!/altonavillage. tradersassociation Movies by the Bay: How to Train your Dragon 2 (M) Friday 30 January approximately 8.45pm (or at dark) Logan Reserve, Altona Enjoy classic open air cinema in the park. Free movie night for the family to enjoy. For more information call 9932 1000 or visit www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au Small Ford Day Sunday 1 February 9am to 3pm Seaworks, 82 Nelson Place, Williamstown Australia’s biggest small Ford show. For tickets and more information visit www.seaworks.com.au Finucane & Smith’s Caravan Burlesque…Wilder West!

Thursday 5 February to Saturday 7 February and Thursday 12 February to Saturday 14 February Nightly at 8pm 14 February (Valentine’s Day) 7.30pm and 9.30pm The Substation, 1 Market Street, Newport Returning to The Substation in 2015 after a fierce season in 2014, expect wild child circus, smouldering songs, live art exotica, demon dance, jaw-dropping, eye-popping, electrifying acts. Do not miss out! Part of GoWest and Midsumma Festival 2015. For further information and tickets visit www.thesubstation.org.au Intro to Contemporary Art Series: Trilogies Saturday 7 February 3pm The Substation, 1 Market Street, Newport Join the Curator and the Learning and Public Programs Manager on a guided tour of the exhibition Trilogies. Meet the Curator behind the exhibition and hear discussions about artworks at the intersection of music, performance and film. FREE. Bookings essential. Bookings online at thesubstation.org.au Summer Sounds: featuring Kylie Auldist & the Glenroy Allstars, and Nikita Azzopardi Saturday 7 February 2pm to 5pm Logan Reserve, Altona Free event. Bring a picnic and enjoy live music in the great outdoors. Parking and food outlets nearby. For more information call 9932 1000 or visit www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au Summer Sounds: featuring Pierce Brothers and Gena Rose Bruce Saturday 14 February 2pm to 5pm The Rotunda, Commonwealth Reserve, Williamstown Free Event. Bring a picnic and enjoy live alt country music in the great outdoors. Parking and food outlets nearby. For more information call 9932 1000 or visit www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au

Family Art Day Sunday 15 February 11am to 12pm and 1pm to 2pm The Substation, 1 Market Street, Newport If it’s a creative day for the whole family you’re looking for, head to The Substation for Family Art Day. Handson activities and family-friendly gallery tours are all part of the day of creative fun. For ages 5-10 years only, accompanied by a participating adult. FREE. Bookings essential. Bookings online at www.thesubstation.org.au Maritime Bazaar Sunday 15 February 9am to 4.30pm Seaworks 82 Nelson Place Williamstown Fishing and boating enthusiasts can buy, swap or sell, alongside marine antique and craft stalls, pop-up food trucks, live music, family entertainment. The Maritime Bazaar’s relaxed and festive atmosphere is set to embrace the entire Seaworks site, offering exciting activities for all the family. For more information visit www.seaworks.com.au Summer Sounds: featuring Ms Murphy, Chris Wilson, Alyson Murray Saturday 21 February 2pm to 5pm Logan Reserve, Altona Free event. Bring a picnic and enjoy live music in the great outdoors. Parking and food outlets nearby. For more information call 9932 1000 or visit www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au Long Brunch for Ovarian Cancer - ROCAN Sunday 22 February 9.30am to1pm Seaworks 82 Nelson Place Williamstown As part of the February Ovarian Cancer Awareness month, Rotary Club of Williamstown is hosting the annual ROCAN Long Brunch on the Pier overlooking the breathtaking view of Melbourne. For tickets and further information visit www.rotarywilliamstown.org.au/ C.W. Stoneking Friday 27 February 7.30pm The Substation, 1 Market Street, Newport Don’t miss your chance to catch this enigmatic and charismatic performer live.

Bookings online at www.thesubstation.org.au or at the door (unless sold out).

Summer Sounds: featuring Suzannah Espie & the Last Word, Liz Stringer band and Midnight Hunting Crew Saturday 28 February 2pm to 5pm The Rotunda, Commonwealth Reserve, Williamstown Free Event. Bring a picnic and enjoy live alt country, blues and rock music in the great outdoors. Parking and food outlets nearby. For more information call 9932 1000 or visit www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au Pier to Plate Saturday 28 February 1pm to 10pm Melbourne Food and Wine Festival brings Melbourne’s most loved chefs from MoVida, The Boathouse, Hellenic Republic, Ragusa and Duchess of Spotswood.

Join us for a fun day out of sun, seafood, and celebrations. Demonstrations and feasting during the day will take you through to music and entertainment into the night. For tickets and more information visit www.seaworks.com.au Emma Ciolli Arts and Events Program Marketing Officer (Tuesday to Thursday) Cultural and Economic Development Hobsons Bay City Council T: 9932 1220 | F: 9932 1039 W: www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au NRS users phone 133 677 and quote 03 9932 1000

GINGERBREAD VILLAGE Location Melbourne Town Hall 90-130 Swanston Street Melbourne VIC 3000 Contact details 03 9658 9779 events@epicure.com.au http://www.epicure.com.au/about/ gingerbread-village-by-epicure

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Dates and times 01/12/2014 to 24/12/2014 Mon: 10am – 6pm Tue: 10am – 6pm Wed: 10am – 6pm Thu: 10am – 6pm Fri: 10am – 6pm Sat: 10am – 6pm Sun: 10am – 6pm

Price This is a free event Entry by gold coin donation to Make-A-Wish Australia.

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ack for its second year the Williamstown Heritage Beer and Cider Festival is moving location. This years event will take ‘hit the road’ and move about 1km down to Seaworks, 82 Nelson Place, Williamstown. Seaworks is truly unique site covering some 2.7 hectares and includes historic buildings recognised by Heritage Victoria and the National Trust, piers, jetties, slipways and large open spaces. The precinct is open to the public for educational, tourism and recreational activities that, celebrates and preserves our maritime history.

“Moving to Sewaorks in our second year allows us to provide an event no matter what the weather. There a number of festivals around the state, some indoors, some outdoors, but none will have the option of providing both, coupled with an unparrelled views of the Melbourne city skyscape”, stated Festival Director Scott Meager.

With the move to Seaworks has allowed us to partner with Lantern Ghost Tours to be able to provide tours at the event to significant historical locations around the Seaworks site, such as the Opium Den and Williamstown’s first Morgue. “Given our location, we wanted to highlight some of the aspects of the historical significance of the area in a fun environemnt.” Mr Meager added. Lantern Ghost Tours run sell out tours through Williamstown, Melbourne City and Pentridge Prison every week. (http://www.lanternghosttours.com)

There is some great musical entertainment planned for this years event.

Many local acts and artists have agreed to come on board, with Dave Larkin from Dallas Crane confirmed as our feature act. We will have some roving entertainment including a ‘one man band’.

Some of the Breweries, Cider makers and Wineries that have already agreed to take part in the event are: Little Creatures, Mountain Goat, 2 Brothers, Trumer Pils, Golden Axe Cider, Two Birds Brewing, Tooborac Brewery, Napoleone Cider, Holgate Brewery, Stone and Wood, Three Troupers Brewery, Thunder Road, Kelly Brothers Cider and Beers, Mornington Brewery, Otway Estate Beers and Rochford Winery, are among some of the names already confirmed. “With some of the names we have already secured gives real creditibilty to our festival” Mr Meager added.

Hobsons Bay City Council and the Williamstown Chamber of Commerce are providing support to the event as well as some local sporting clubs being involved. The festival is also raising money for the EJ Whitten Foundation through donations that guests contirbute during the event.

The festival was born out of a reason to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Steam Packet Hotel in Cole Street. The hotel’s licence dates back to the 7th January 1839, but the current building has been in tact since 1863.

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cover story

CAROLYN Cresswell Our very own home grown success story, Carolyn Creswell is celebrated for her contribution in bringing all things muesli into our homes and lunch boxes around the globe.

A mere 20 years ago, Carolyn purchased a small muesli business, operating out of a garage in outer suburban Melbourne for a paltry sum of $1,000 and has turned it into an mega muesli corporation with, at last count, 32 different products on our supermarket shelves, to 32 countries around the world.

It has been considerably demonstrable hard labour with many hours spent sweating the small stuff, however Carolyn can see the fruits of her hard word and long nights which have led to a number of accolades. In 2012, Carolyn was awarded the Telstra Australian and Victorian Business Woman of the year, winner of Ernst & Young’s Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award in 2007 and has just this year, at the age of 40 made the 2014 BRW Young Rich List. Carolyn counts Richard Branson as a personal friend and is a participant of his ‘entrepreneurial think tank’ along with other past visitors such as Oprah, Prince Charles and Google founders Larry Page & Sergey Brin!

With all her success Carolyn’s greatest love is for her husband and 4 children who keep her grounded each week with all the daily who-ha such as school runs, sporting events and packing lunch boxes, no doubt with Carmen’s Kitchen muesli bars for added flavour and goodness!

Carolyn speaks fondly about her first date with her now husband Peter.

Carolyn had just received a large order and came close to cancelling, but Peter who loves a challenge and happy just to lend a hand spent their first date packing 100’s of boxes of muesli over a bottle of wine and many laughs.

Carolyn is very conscious of her work life balance and devotes her weekends to family and cooking. Most weekends are spent on their rural property and encouraging the children to get out and have a go at things.

“During the week the children will sit with us while at dinner time and share a sparkle of the day.” “We do not accept social engagements and it’s all about family time.”

Carolyn had appeared on our screens for the last two seasons in Network 10’s hugely popular Recipe to Riches. Carolyn is known as ‘The Entrepreneur’, guiding contestants through the maze of requirements necessary to launch a new product using her caring nature and years of wisdom in the food industry.

Carolyn is also involved in B-School, an online university degree, teaching a course called “The Product”. This is an exciting new collaboration with other young high achievers, each in their chosen fields.

Public speaking is high on agenda. It is not uncommon for Carolyn to travel interstate for a conference only to return in the evening to another room full of knowledge hungry enthusiasts.

Carolyn has managed to grow Carman’s to become the number one selling muesli brand on Australian supermarket shelves, while at the same time maintaining a great relationship with her husband and raising four kids ages nine and under!

Over the past two decades, Carolyn has focused on producing quality products using whole foods. From humble beginnings where Carolyn used to park her tiny Daewoo alongside semi-trailers in supermarket loading docks.

As a proud mother, Carolyn understands the importance of producing nourishing foods for herself and her family and applies this to every Carman’s product.

Carolyn’s commitment to a healthy work-life balance is also reflected at the Carman’s office where her employees, many being mums working flexible hours, are encouraged to take time out of the office to attend their kids sports days and special assemblies.

Each day, the team comes together to eat lunch around the boardroom table and do the daily quiz from the newspaper. On Fridays, staff that have less than ten emails to action in their inbox can leave mid-afternoon every fortnight. Carman’s warm environment ensures a truly enjoyable place to work with a low staff turnover.

Carolyn is an active board member for Stephanie Alexander’s Kitchen Garden Foundation, which works to get kids into the garden and the kitchen, so they appreciate the origins of fresh food. She is also a graduate member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

Carolyn’s passion for healthy food made from real ingredients that don’t need to be hidden in fine print has cemented Carman’s reputation as a food brand that customers around the world can trust to be natural, healthy, and delicious.

Carolyn must be commended on her achievements to date. Her biggest piece of advice…. “If you have an idea go for it. Start small; sell products to friends or at farmers markets. Just give it a go.” Well Said Carolyn!

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ISTANBUL: WHERE EAST MEETS THE WEST P reviously known as Constantinople, Istanbul is a vibrant city that captures the imagination and fills the senses with colour, sound, flavour and aroma; and a city of vast historical significance, serving as the capital of the Roman, Byzantine, Latin and Ottoman Empires. The Bosphorus, which connects the Sea of Marmara to the Black Sea, divides the city into a European side—comprising the historic and economic centres—and an Asian side. Therefore, Istanbul is known as the meeting place of East and West.

Historically, the city if filled with magnificent monuments which are dotted around the old city of Sultanahmet including The Obelisk, Topkapi Palace, the Grand Bazaar, Spice Bazaar, the Basilica Cistern and the iconic Hagia Sofia; and are best visited by foot as these are all within easy proximity of each other. However, reserve a whole day as queueing is frequent and touring the individual sites is time consuming but well worth it. An accredited guide is also an essential component of touring Istanbul so as to get a good handle on the voluminous history lesson that will unfold as you make your way through each site.

The old city of Sultanahmet is a vibrant and eclectic precinct of small shops, cafés with tables and chairs along the streets, boutique hotels 12

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and curio shops filled with assortments of antique jewellery, rugs, shawls, musical instruments, brassware, furniture and other interesting items, so shopping is an intriguing outing as you never know what you might find.

Keep plenty of time to explore the Grand Bazaar which is beautifully clean and orderly but very busy so it’s easy to loses not only oneself but also whoever you’re with! This bazaar evokes everything about the Middle East – from the huge array of edible delicacies such as dried fruits and nuts, Turkish delight, baklava, marzipan, nougat and spices to the beautiful selection of painted glassware, brightly coloured ceramics, fine Turkish rugs, pashminas, luxurious silks, brassware and dazzling gold jewellery. You will not come out of there without having sampled some of the finest sweets available, mouth-watering kebabs and umpteen cups of delicious and highly addictive sweet apple tea.

It’s easy to get swept up in the romanticism of the city, especially when the people are warm, polite and friendly and eagerly ask where you come from in perfect English. But we were warned to be careful of artful dodger types who will lull you into thinking they are friendly locals while relieving you of your holiday cash.

travel A Place to Call Home: Istanbul offers a wonderful array of accommodation from eclectic bed and breakfasts located around Sultanahmet to stylishly opulent hotels such as the Four Seasons Sultanahmet which was once a jail! Venture over for sunset drinks on the rooftop. There is plenty of choice and the Taksin Square precinct also offers some great hotels including the Grand Hyatt and Movenpick Istanbul.

A Culinary Gem: You will never go hungry in Istanbul. Everywhere you go around Istanbul - and Turkey for that matter, there are cafĂŠs, kebab shops, small eateries selling gryos, baklava, Middle Eastern sweets, nuts, dried fruits and cakes. The aroma of delicious food is all around and you will be spilt for choice. A true stand-out for dining experience can be experienced at Mikla, located in the The Marmara Pera Hotel in Beyoglu. The menu offers fusion dishes of fresh Aegean seafood, beef, garden vegetables and Anatolian raw milk cheese.

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’ was a sunny Friday afternoon when Hasanti (our travel writer extraordinaire) and I joined more than 70 professional women under the trees at the Buninyong paddock of Gorgi and Simon’s Country Property, for the inaugural “Top Bird’s” networking luncheon.

Our gracious and generous hosts were Gorgi Coghlan (Project-. Channel 10) her best friend,neighbour and business partner Claire Molesworth. We also celebrated the launch of their events management project “Monteith and Bermingham” hi@monteithandbermingham. com.au Both ladies met through their husbands who were lifelong school friends, with Gorgi’s husband Simon , a trained chef and restaurateur food is never far from the topic of conversation. They quickly became dear friends sharing a love of the country, gardens great food and home styling. It was with this strong foundation that they came up with the concept of Monteith & Birmingham, a business of styling and events, using the maiden names of their dear Grandmothers.

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shade on the white linen tablecloths and flowers. The temperature was warm enough to be pleasant and cool enough to keep the flies away. The setting was best described rustic,chic.

The Buffet Menu was an absolute delight the combination of flavours from the varied menu was sublime. Piece de Resistance was Claire’s Smoked Pheasant. We loved the fact that Claire shot the pheasants in Tasmania. She has graciously shared her recipe with us, if I can get my hold on some pheasant I will certainly be attempting this recipe. The desserts were out of this world a visual and taste delight was the Knicker Bocker Glory a lovely centre piece for the Christmas Table. Gorgi’s and Clare’s passion for food developed from growing up on properties in Western Victoria and seeing fresh produce enter the back door with treats such as crayfish, quail, wild duck and pheasant a passion for tasting and helping in their mothers kitchens developed a love of amazing food.

Simon and Gorgi’s restaurants are :- Fu Man Lou - Dumpling Bar, Camp Street Ballarat The Western Hotel - Sturt Street, Ballarat Clifton Springs Golf Club - Clifton Springs, Bellarine Peninsula.

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Smoked Wild Tasmanian Pheasant Take the breasts from wild Tasmanian pheasants and place in a brine for up to 24hrs in the fridge Rinse the brine off and place breasts overnight in the fridge to dry out Season breasts and chicken skins with 1 tsp dried parsley, onion powder & garlic powder, 1/2 tsp white pepper & paprika Wrap breasts completely in chicken skins and tie with cooking rubber bands Smoke with alder and apple wood for 4-6 hours until temperature of breasts reaches 165 degrees Slice and serve with rhubarb and apple chutney and enjoy with foodie friends

Chantilly Cream (Whisk to soft peaks - 250ml thickened cream, 40g icing sugar & 1/2 vanilla bean split with seeds scrapped)

20 mins until a pool of liquid forms in the bowl.

Remove from the pan and strain the liquid through a fine sieve or chux cloth.

1 Mango peeled, flesh cut into cubes 250g mixed berries 12 baby mint leaves Strawberry Jelly 2 x 250g punnets strawberries, chopped 1/3 cup (75g) caster sugar 2 1/2 tbs Verjuice 80mls water 3 1/2 gold-strength gelatine leaves

Place the strawberry liquid, verjuice and water in a saucepan over medium heat, bring to just below boiling point. Remove from the heat.

Soften the gelatine in cold water for 5 minutes, squeeze out excess water and add to strawberry liquid. Whisk until dissolved, transfer to a container and chill until set.

On top of Pavlova, place the Chantilly cream, mango, mixed berries and use a spoon to break up the strawberry jelly. Scatter mint leaves.

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Place the strawberries and sugar in a heatproof bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Set over a saucepan of simmering water and cook for 15-

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CHRISTMAS BARBECUED GLAZED HAM In my book a garnish is something that should be eaten, except for any ingredients you use on a Christmas ham to make it look pretty. The ham is already cooked, of course, so all you are doing is making it look drop-dead gorgeous – the star of the Christmas table.

Preheat all the barbecue burners to medium, with the lid on to create a hot-oven effect.

Half fill a large roasting tray with water. Sit the ham on a cooking rack and sit this on top of the tray. Brush some of the pineapple glaze over the ham and put on the barbecue. Cover with the lid. Now you simply have to cook the ham until it looks good. This will take about 11⁄2 to 2 hours, brushing more glaze over the ham every 20 minutes or so and making sure the water doesn’t dry out, until the pineapple rings are almost dark caramel in colour and some of the fat and juices of the ham have dripped down forming toffee stalactites around the sides.

Allow to rest for 30 minutes before carving.

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To remove the skin from the ham, cut a line through the thick rind a few centimetres from the shank end with a sharp knife. Run your thumb around the edge and carefully pull back the skin, leaving the fat on the leg. When the skin is removed, lightly score the fat in a diamond pattern (if you score too deeply the fat will fall off during the cooking process).

Start to arrange the pineapple rings on the fat, starting at the shank end. Secure the rings with one or two cloves then secure a glacé cherry in the centre of each ring with a clove. Repeat so the ham is covered all over with the pineapple and cherries.

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Drain the pineapple and measure the liquid. You will need 500 ml (17 fl oz/2 cups) of liquid. If you don’t have enough pineapple juice, make up the rest with water or orange juice. Slice each pineapple ring through the centre to give two thinner rings. Put the juice in a frying pan with the sugar and mustard and cook over medium heat, stirring, until the sugar dissolves. Boil for 5 minutes so the liquid thickens a little. Add the rings and toss them to coat in the juice, then cook for 5 minutes so the rings darken just a little. Set aside to cool.

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ustralia has been producing world class wines for decades and in the past 15years our craft beers have cemented Australia as amongst the best producers of alcoholic drinks in the world.

Recently, this trend has been continued with spirits, a new emergence of local distillers are once again showing the world that Australians can and are producing the best in the world.

Amongst these new Australian spirit producers, there is a world-class producer who is standing out from the rest. a White Light Vodka is a pure premium vodka that stands proudly amongst the best brands in the world. White Light Vodka is triple distilled and only uses locally sourced renewable ingredients and using environmentally friendly techniques. It is also triple filtered whilst at 0째C through highly compressed hardwood filters to produce a smooth delicate velvety textured vodka.

White Light Vodka has evolved out of a want and need to use and support Australian Made products. Its the brainchild of a melbourne-born chef and restauranteur, Brendon Mitchell. Having been in the hospitality industry for 20 years and working with local farmers and producers for paddock to plate style venues, he found that there was virtually no locally made spirits. Having been an avid home brewer of beer he studied and learnt the process of distilling, a few years of trial and error and a new venture has been born.

Cloudy Apple per glass 1 scoop of ice 45ml White Light Vodka 10gm grated ginger (pinky finger nail size) 4-5 mint leaves 1/4 lime 200ml cloudy apple juice muddle lime, ginger and mint togerther in a shaker. add WLV, cloudy apple juice and ice. quick shake for 5 seconds and pour everything into tall glass.

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COCKTAILS Espresso Martini Xmas Style 45ml White Light Vodka 15ml kahlua 1 shot espresso coffee 15ml agave syrup 5 dashes of cherry bitters garnish 3 coffee beans 1 cherrie ww1 scoop of ice

Fill shaker halfway with ice, then add WLV, kailua, espresso, agave syrup and bitters. shake mix vigorously for 10 seconds. strain the drink into a chilled martini glass and garnish with coffee beans and a cherrie.

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HOW TO SELL THE $7 GP CO PAYMENT FEE

By Tom Elliot

Of the three most controversial elements in Joe Hockey’s 2014 Budget, two – the Deficit Levy on high income earners and the reindexation of the petrol excise – will be passed by the Senate.

Unfortunately, the $7 charge for attending one’s local bulk billing GP is opposed by Labor, the Greens and even Clive Palmer. As a result, in its current form the fee is dead in the water.

Here’s what Mr Hockey has to do to sell his new healthcare charge: First, despite the 2014 Budget being several month’s old it’s still unclear who will continue to pay the $7 charge if they see their doctor more than ten times per year. My advice? Cap the fee at ten visits for all children, pensioners and anyone on disability support. Most other people can probably bear the cost in the unlikely event they require a GP more than once a month.

Second, Mr Hockey should rethink just how he intends to spend the money raised by the charge. Right now the funds in question will be deposited into an account at the Future Fund, where they’ll be left year-in, year-out, until

WHAT IS PINTREST

Pinterest is a web and mobile application company that offers a visual discovery, collection, sharing, and storage tool. Users create and share the collections of visual bookmarks (boards).

Boards are created through a user selecting an item, page, website, etc. and pinning it to an existing or newly created board – Wikipedia – The free encyclopaedia - en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ Pinterest 1. How does Pinterest work?

Pinterest allows the user to create their own stylised mood boards to post images that interest them. This can be from the perspective of aspirational, things that they like, or even just from a collection of items that they desire.

The individual’s followers and friends can view and repost the images that their friends have, and can share them around the internet onto different platforms. Once you have found an image or article that you like, you can categorise it and Pin it to your wall, or into separate folders which you can personally name, and restrict to whom you let see it. These folders can be named anything like; Places I’d like to visit, Cars that I love, Architecture that I crave, Favourite Views etc.

2. Why would I use Pinterest?

Pinterest is exciting and intoxicating at the same time, as it lets you create a brand profile on you and your desires and wants, and really speaks a lot about what contributes to your make up. You can create Personal and Business platforms for different moods and feelings; however I prefer to keep it all the same, as I am what you see and this is what you get. Businesses today are using Pinterest a lot more as it allows the consumer to feel 22

they total $20bn (a colossal sum of money).

At this point the annual investment earnings from the account will be directed towards medical research. While such a goal is admirable, it fails the basic political test of linking a new tax to a perceived and immediate public benefit. At the best of times medical research is risky, expensive and unlikely to yield dividends in the short term. For its sins the Australian voting public demands results right now, not in ten or 15 years’ time when today’s obscure plant compound evolves into the wonder drug of tomorrow.

In every Australian state hospital waiting lists grow and grow as the health system struggles to deal with an ageing population. If Joe Hockey wants his $7 GP Levy to pass the Senate, he should promise to funnel the money raised not into long-term research, but rather towards frontline hospital services. Think new MRI scanners, more emergency doctors and enough nurses to deliver adequate patient care. Not even contrarian Labor Leader Bill Shorten would oppose such a plan.

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comfortable about a brand without the Brand selling itself and advertising a slogan or message that they want to brand you with. Pinterest becomes more like an extension to the brand, and an informal way of communicating what you want communicated about yourself or your Brand.

3. Is it hard to use?

No, it is easy to use, and today you can find little Applets that sit on your preferred browser, and if and when you are browsing the internet, and you come across something that you like, you can grab it with your Applet, and post it straight to your Pinterest Board without having to open up Pinterest.

A really simple way of sharing thoughts, wants and desires, and aspirational items, a bit like having an interesting bookcase at home, with all different titles of books that you enjoy, however you can share it right here on the internet with your friends.

4. No one will be interested in what I am interested in?

You would be surprised about what people are interested in, and once you invite your friends to come join you on Pinterest, you can find out a lot about what you have in common without having to ask. In fact it is a bit like finding out on Facebook that a friend of yours is a friend of another friend of yours, and you didn’t even know. Pinterest allows everyone to share in a positive and easy way, to gain insights into family and friends, and to share ideas about everything that we think about everyday however never have the chance to discuss it; like bug collecting, knitting, or racing cars….it is a fun platform, that provides great insights into your life without having to tell the world…….

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rom a young age, I had always been interested in fashion. As a European, there were many weddings to attend, and at least one on every fortnight. I grew an obsession with the actual wedding celebration but mainly I loved the wedding gowns.

As a creative soul, I started by creating costumes for my sisters and cousins out of anything I could get my hands on, items like plastic bags, bed sheets and even scrap pieces of fabric. I learnt the very basic principles of sewing fabrics from both of my grandmothers. They taught me how to thread a needle and sew fabric together manually.

Over the years I learned my craft and progressed to make more elaborate items, which required the illustrious sewing machine. My mother and my aunty would let me watch them use the sewing machine and eventually my mother gave in and said I could start using the machine.

I studied textiles throughout high school and started taking sewing classes where I honed my sewing skills. At the tender age of seventeen, I had developed the art of pattern making.

I remember my first sewing class. The teacher asked me to create something basic, where my crafting skills could be displayed, something like a pillow or pyjamas. A light bulb went on in my head and I raised my hand and said, “no way, I am making a wedding gown�. And so I did.

After finishing year 12 I commenced studying modelling at Victoria University. I wanted to put myself into the industry. Once I had taken a break from designing garments and focused primarily on modelling, my new passion had begun.

My mother modelled when she was sixteen and from a young age I remember looking at her photographs, countless times, amazed by her beauty and style. It made me realise I wanted to pursue a career in modelling allowing me to still be in the fashion industry in some way.

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It allowed me to grow as a designer and also gain the ability to model and walk the catwalks.

For four years I was up and down I would only focus on one and not the other. It was either I was modelling and not designing, or I was designing and not modelling. What a crazy world I am living in I thought. Watching my mother, be the strong woman that she is, I soon realised I didn’t have to focus directly on one career pursuit, and that I could actually do both at the same time.

So here I am today. Balancing modelling and designing throughout my career. And also working full time on the side in order to fund the beginning of my brand, Con Iliopoulos.

The brand Con Iliopoulos currently designs and makes to measure. I like to use most fabrics and I don’t have a preference or style that sways me one way or the other.

I find inspiration when searching for fabrics. I like to incorporate a lot of beading, lace and silk in my gowns.

My inspiration for the brand is Marilyn Monroe, Jessica Rabbit and of course, my mother.

These three women represent strength, beauty and sophistication.

In my opinion I think the current trend in bridal is sheer, beading, lace and natural white.

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real estate Buyers priced out of some of the West’s most sought-after suburbs – for example, Williamstown, where the median price of more than $1 million continues to grow– have been seeking out previously working class suburbs with good transport links which are now embracing the city’s cafe culture.

The latest REIV data showed Melbourne’s median house price is now $649,000, but the median for the city’s inner suburbs is more than $1 million. However, in the inner west median prices are about 40% lower on average, despite consistent growth, making those suburbs an attractive and affordable option.

For instance, even with Maidstone’s strong growth of 19.0%, its median price remains $607,000, with some houses selling for less than $545,000. In desirable Yarraville, while the median house price was $710,000, the lowest 25 per cent of had a median of just $634,000, while for Kingsville that figure was $605,000.

Melbourne’s inner west has had a strong year, driven by low interest rates and strong investor interest.

Suburbs from Altona to Maidstone have seen extremely strong growth – delivering very good results for many sellers this year.

The standout suburbs in the 12 months to 30 September have been Braybrook with growth of 22.8% and Maidstone with an increase of 19%. Altona recorded growth of 15.9%, closely followed by Sunshine with an increase

of 15.5%.

Prices in Seddon have surged 13.3% over the year, while adjacent Footscray grew 11.8%.

Meanwhile some suburbs have seen more recent growth. While Kingsville and Yarraville increased 6.2% and 2% respectively over the past 12 months, they both saw substantial growth in the September quarter with median prices increasing 8.1% and 6.4% respectively.

While the west may not be as accessible in price terms as regional Victoria, where the median house price is just $324,000, it still offers good value given its proximity to Melbourne’s CBD. The property prices in the inner west mean it is still possible for first home buyers and those on a limited budget to find an attractive home, in a growth area, with access to the sought after amenities and lifestyle of inner Melbourne.

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Footscray 51/91 Moreland Street Join The Industrial Evolution Converted with flair from warehouse origins to flexible contemporary working spaces, this exceptional property in the Docklands Cotton Mills development ends itself to a range of rewarding applications. A track record of business success complements a floor-plan featuring generous proportions arranged around a central open plan kitchen. Two bathrooms enhance the adaptability of a design configured to achieve on-going commercial or professional success. The option to pursue roof-space potential adds an extra element to an already enticing property.

BER $580,000 - $620,000 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Forthcoming Auction --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Inspect As advertised --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Leigh Melbourne 0414 239 986 Shannon Bushnell 0422 093 068 Yarraville Office 8387 0011 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Web greghocking.com.au

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Strathmore 57A Roland Avenue

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Single Level Masterpiece Offering everything you would want in this low maintenance home comprising three good size bedrooms, master with ensuite and built in robe, separate fitted out study and sparkling central bathroom with separate bath and frameless shower. A large open plan living and meals area opens onto a large undercover alfresco area ideal for entertaining plus a second formal lounge room ideal for the kids or time away. Adjoining hostess kitchen offers marble bench tops, quality European stainless steel 1200 appliances, glass mirror splashback and dishwasher. Key features include refrigerated heating and cooling, instantaneous hot water, single remote garage, timber floorboards.

BER $750,000 - $790,000 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Forthcoming Auction --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Inspect As advertised --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Glen Baird 0425 762 344 Wayne Elly 0410 305 305 Williamstown Office 8387 0000 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Web greghocking.com.au 57Arolandavenuestrathmore.com.au

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Williamstown 1/22 The Strand

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The Style, The Status, The Strand This desirable contemporary residence´s unforgettable living room opens to balcony entertaining enhanced by outdoor heaters, stunning bayscapes and the city skyline while stone benches, Miele appliances and inviting dining areas complement a kitchen that emphasizes this home´s commitment to excellence. Dynamic landscaping and a central courtyard surround a superb main bedroom suite that´s complemented by three further bedrooms, three flawless bathrooms and a flexible rumpus/ theatre room with its own courtyard. Sensor lighting, lift access to four car basement garaging everything one could wish for.

Price $3,500,000+ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Forthcoming Auction --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Inspect As advertised --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Leigh Melbourne 0414 239 986 Wayne Elly 0410 305 305 Williamstown Office 8387 0000 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Web greghocking.com.au 1/22thestrandwilliamstown.com.au

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Williamstown 13B Douglas Parade

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Proof Of Perfection This just completed four bedroom, two bathroom apartment represents the culmination of a project defined by a painstaking, perfectionist´s approach from initial design to the final detail. Living/dining areas featuring an equipped ASKO kitchen and a superb red ironbark dining table flow to fantastic terrace views. Italian plastering, heating/cooling, TV points in every room and private lift to secure two car garaging lead a list of advantages that demonstrates the ways in which this residence sets a fresh benchmark for enjoying the Williamstown way of life.

Price Contact Agent --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Forthcoming Auction --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Inspect As advertised --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Leigh Melbourne 0414 239 986 Wayne Elly 0410 305 305 Williamstown Office 8387 0000 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Web greghocking.com.au 13Bdouglasparadewilliamstown.com.au

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Williamstown 57A The Strand

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The Style, The Space, The Sights The upstairs living/dining area of this designer townhouse enjoys balcony views of the water, the Westgate, boats and the city - all the visual attributes that make The Strand such a great address while a granite kitchen serves in style. Downstairs, a main bedroom with French doors, walk in robes and ensuite is complemented by two additional bedrooms, each with built in robes, and a sky lit bathroom. Internally accessed garage and convenient extra under cover parking further distinguish an inviting, intelligent residence.

Price Contact Agent --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------For Sale --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Inspect As advertised --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Leigh Melbourne 0414 239 986 Wayne Elly 0410 305 305 Williamstown Office 8387 0000 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Web greghocking.com.au

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Williamstown 7 Thomas Street

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Intelligent Contemporary Concepts Architecturally designed so that its zoned spaces provide separate retreats as well as alluring areas to share, this elegant residence´s front living area washed with northern light leads to a separate kitchen/ dining domain and rear courtyard backdrop. Two downstairs bedrooms sharing a bathroom and a flexible outdoor space complement a top floor main bedroom and second bathroom. A superb, sunny third living area featuring brilliant balcony views completes the top floor of a desirable design, with ducted heating and cooling, central vacuum and secure garage.

BER $950,000 - $1,050,000 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Auction Sat 21st Feb at 1.30pm --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Inspect

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Yarraville 81 Stephen Street

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Distinctive - And Desirable - By Design Period integrity and architectural ingenuity are combined with striking success throughout this spectacular c1880s Victorian. Polished floors, pressed metal ceilings and open fire places enhance a luxurious main bedroom with an ensuite, a refined study or home office and a formal living room that´s filled with northern light. The transition to the distinctive extension is defined by beautiful curves and contours of living and dining areas arranged around an Italian marble kitchen while upstairs, a sun drenched children´s rumpus room is surrounded by three further bedrooms, a family bathroom and an amazing terrace that sees the city skyline. Utterly unforgettable.

Price $1,395,000 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------For Sale --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Inspect As advertised --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Leigh Melbourne 0414 239 986 Shannon Bushnell 0422 093 068 Yarraville Office 8387 0011 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Web greghocking.com.au 81stephenstreetyarraville.com.au

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Newport 33 Home Road Attention Grabbing Potential Land size of some 500sqm, enhanced by the natural asset of north westerly rear aspects, highlights the huge potential of this attractive Californian. Currently serviceable spaces including two bedrooms, a bright lounge, a separate dining area & a functional galley style kitchen leads to a rear yard & lane with right-of-way access.

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Newport 64 Home Road Travelling Through Time Originally the only residence on a huge tract of land that stretched to Douglas Parade, this classically attractive c1924 home has been significantly extended to offer four bedroom, two bathroom accommodation & an abundance of living space including a central dining domain, a substantial separate family room opening to a north facing deck & a beautifully flexible upstairs rumpus room/retreat.

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Price $900,000 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------For Sale --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Inspect As advertised --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Mark de Brabander 0406 536 447 Wayne Elly 0410 305 305 Williamstown Office 8387 0000 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Web greghocking.com.au 64homeroadnewport.com.au

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Yarraville 2/205 Anderson Street Inner City excellence Conveniently located, only minutes from the Yarraville village.

Enter through the 2.4mtr high front door into aworld of quality.

Stone fireplace surround, timber flooring,granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, airconditioning and heating throughout. Two generous bedrooms, master with ensuite, spacious outdoor entertaining area, large separate laundry and second bathroom downstairs.

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Yarraville 2/364 Williamstown Road Prestige townhouse living in Yarraville Spacious 3 bedroom townhouse complete with a separate lounge, an oversized flawless kitchen/dining area, which opens out onto a low maintenance relaxing outdoor area. Designer Kitchen with Bosch European SS appliances & plenty of natural light. Two sparkling bathrooms, separate laundry with storage double LUG plus heating & cooling add style & space to this amazing property.

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Price $550,000+ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------For Sale --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Inspect As advertised --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Trevor Reynolds 0466 182 032 Wayne Elly 0410 305 305 Yarraville Office 8387 0011 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Web greghocking.com.au 2/364williamstownroadyarraville.com.au

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WE SELL HOMES OTHERS CAN’T

We’re that good. Take 2/33 Afton Street, Aberfeldie, for example. The property was first listed with another agent in October 2013. Several stressful months passed, with no luck. Finally, we were appointed. And 1 day later, 2/33 Afton Street was sold. The vendors were thrilled and relieved. If you’re looking to sell your property, call us first.

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Experience the difference with Williams‌ 9397 2000 75 -77 Ferguson Street, Williamstown VIC 3016

If your property is exclusively listed with another agent, please disregard this notice.

1 bedroom from $389,000

come in this weekend for a developer’s incentive completed apartments now selling 86 square metres of living 2 bedrooms / 2 bathrooms 1 car space & storage breathtaking views / never to be built out 7 kms from the city from $495,000 45 Edgewater Boulevard, Maribyrnong. www.boulevardapartments.com.au

For a private appointment please contact Bryce on 0412 056 838 or Jess on 0499 188 188