Metro West Issue 14, February 2015

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TRAVEL MONACO HEALTH LOVE AND NOURISH FOOD A LOVE AFFAIR WITH RAW FOOD

contents ISSUE 14, FEBRUARY 2015

PUBLISHER’S NOTE

4 INTERIORS Raffles

18 FASHION Fashion escape

6 DESIGN Bespoke by Arden

20 HEALTH Love & Nourish

8 WHAT’S ON plus Giveaways

21 BEAUTY

80 Years of French Beauty

10 COVER STORY Mia Freedman 14 FOOD Raw Food

24 BUSINESS

3 Ways to Listen Better

15 DRINK Chardonnay

25 TECHNOLOGY #Hashtag

Metrowest Magazine continues to grow and expand into the vibrant west of Melbourne.

Alongside our current readership of 160,000 across the inner suburbs, we are increasing our circulation to grow our readership to around 200,000 people and expanding our distribution into the Altona and Wyndham corridor taking in areas such as Altona, Altona Meadows, Point Cook, Tarneit and Werribee.

It is exciting times indeed. Great interviews, reviews as well as profiling the very best the west has to offer is what differentiates us from the pack. Quality content in a quality magazine.

We know that you will enjoy this issue.

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interiors

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In this issue we present my home, dubbed “Raffles Melbourne” by friends and colleagues. The apartment is one of 5 in a double story Victoriancirca 1885. We love the 15 foot high ceilings, the perfect setting for the 19th. century Murano Chandelier in the living room, purchased from an antique shop that no longer exists in High Street Armadale. The backdrop of magnolia walls lends itself to the use of the full colour spectrum of rosé and green with touches of blue, white and gold for the soft furnishings and accessories.

The apartment is filled with inherited furniture and modern pieces, one example is the travertine dining table surrounded by Edwardian chairs upholstered in striped french brushed cotton from ‘Balzac’. The table doubles as an extra kitchen work bench when catering for large parties. The compact kitchen is to the left of the dining room through a square arch.

The office, to the right of the dining room, is the heart of MetroWest where I get my creative ideas and shut myself off in the middle of the night to meet a deadline or when inspired to write. We have showcased the flow of the apartment from the dining room right through to the master bedroom.

I have chosen to share special pieces that are dear to me. The Elephant lampshade was purchased from MOMU in Swan Street Richmond as a gift for my husband because it is the perfect replica of a sculpture we saw in a Piazza Nerva on our Roman holiday which we were both so delighted with.

There is always a jar of lollies for visiting children,

it’s amusing how they make a bee line for “the elephant” I recall a song and the words “A house is not a home if there is no one there” our home is certainly

RAFFLES filled with friends,family,music and laughter.Proudly displayed are art and pieces given to us by dear friends, artwork by Jason Waterhouse,paintings by my daughter Maddison. The porcelain bowl is by a french potter in South Melbourne purchased at Stockroom in Kynton a haven for pieces by Victorian designers and makers. I hope you have enjoyed a glimpse into my world as much as I have enjoyed sharing.

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design

BESPOKE BY ARDEN EVERYTHING YOU’D EXPECT FROM AN ARCHITECT EXCEPT THE PRICE. Bespoke by Arden, a new division of Arden Homes, brings together a team of specialists to create a limited number of one-off luxury homes each year.

The starting point is a highly flexible floor plan for a fully equipped and luxuriously specified home.

The end result is a home of character and distinction. Everything you’d expect from an architect except the price.

Bespoke is set up to operate in all areas of Melbourne giving you the opportunity to replace an existing dwelling with your dream home incorporating all that you have ever wanted in a house.

In essence, a Bespoke home will be an expression of your vision for the way you want to live. It will be a showcase home that reflects your ideas and choices down to the last detail.

Bespoke - it’s the hallmark of a classic home.

THE INSPIRATION Bespoke encompasses a world of timeless classic design: the feel of fine leather, hand embossed writing paper, a Savile Row suit or the marque of a great name in motoring history.

It is a world where objects and buildings are appreciated for more than their functional value.

They enrich our lives in many ways to delight us today - and for generations to come.

Bespoke from Arden can bring to life the grand sweep of a stairway, the art of the cabinet maker and the sense of architectural style, space and proportion. It encompasses the craftsmanship and all the thousand and one details that make a Bespoke home truly bespoke.

THE STARTING POINT We invite you to take personal tour of a Bespoke home at our display suite so that we can really convey the full breadth of choice and personalisation available to you.

Step inside and you know instantly that you are entering a world where sheer proportion and art of living have gone to the next level - higher ceilings, grander spaces, more glamorous kitchens, hand-picked finishes, innovative features and absolute top shelf luxury inclusions.

Each Bespoke home even comes with a landscaping plan so that the outdoors complements the interiors.

Reward yourself with a Bespoke home that is yours in every last detail. Visit us today and learn about our team of experienced staff including designers and building supervisors ready to help you create your new home.

Every room of your Bespoke home will impress with dramatic feature walls, high end joinery, boutique windows, fireplaces, exclusive finishing materials, high-end appliances and a range of built-in furniture. It’s everything you’d expect from an architect - except the price.

DISPLAY SUITE Corner Westwood Boulevard & Alderberry Road Somerfield estate, Keysborough Contact Jackie on 0403 031 290 Email jackiec@ardenhomes.com.au www.bespokebyarden.com.au

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what’s on Westgate cameras to be switched on Fixed road safety cameras located outbound on the Westgate Freeway near Millers Rd and inbound at Grieve Parade will be switched on soon.

The cameras were deactivated in June 2013 to allow VicRoads to conduct road works. Variable message signs will be in place warning drivers that they will be enforcing soon.

The cameras will begin active enforcement during the week beginning February 9 and the messaging will change to “cameras now enforcing.”

Road Policing Superintendent Kevin Sheridan said during a 14-week trial period the cameras detected more than 12,000 speeding motorists.

Truck curfews in West The State Government has introduced truck curfews in Yarraville and Footscray. Trucks will no longer be able to use Somerville Rd, Yarraville, during peak school hours from 8am to 9.30am and 2.30pm to 4pm from Monday to Friday on school days.

An additional night curfew will also restrict trucks from using Moore St, Footscray, between 8pm and 6am Monday to Friday, and from 1pm Saturday until 6am Monday.

Truck operators caught ignoring curfew times can be fined $148 on the spot.

Long Brunch for Ovarian Cancer ROCAN Seaworks 82 Nelson Place Williamstown Sunday 22 February 9.30am to 1pm

Summer Sounds: featuring Ms Murphy, Chris Wilson, Alyson Murray Logan Reserve, 128 Queen Street, Altona Saturday 21 February

What’s mine is yours Drill Hall Melbourne Multicultural Hub, 506 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne 3000 Wednesday 25 February

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/

Bring a picnic and enjoy live music in the great outdooors

How Collaborative Consumption is Changing the Way We Live - with Rachel Botsman

Out is in - Where to next?

The Substation, 1 Market Street, Newport Wednesday 18 February

Get hands-on practice and your questions answered by Werribee Park Heritage Orchard experts

Hear what’s hip and happening in the west and have your say in our GLBTIQ community forum Pricks Joel Gallery, 5 Sargood Street, Altona Friday 20 February Gallery exhibition of Dovey Dee’s new works

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Heritage Fruit Tree summer pruning and grafting workshop St Martin de Porres Primary School, 13-25 Bellin Street (enter via Pearce St), Laverton Sunday 22 February

Business Planning and Setting Goals Hobsons Bay Civic Centre, 115 Civic Parade, Altona Thursday 26 February

Rachel Botsman presents a compelling case for 21st Century sharing in this special Festival event. Explore the power of technology-based peer communities that are transforming the traditional landscape of how we travel, bank, eat, work and consume.

Delve into the evolving ecology of commerce and sustainability. Rachel is the leading global expert on the rapidly growing collaborative economy.

Rachel Botsman

This seminar is designed to assist business owners/investors with business planning and setting goals.

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cover story

MIA FREEDMAN 1. Can you provide a snapshot of Mamamia Mamamia is our biggest website, it’s what everyone is talking about today, from politics to pelvic floors, celebrity, current affairs….it’s the zeitgeist.

2. Snapshot of iVillage.com.au This is our parenting site. What mothers are talking about today. And it’s not just about their kids! Mothers want to be spoken to as women, not just mothers.

3. Snapshot of Glow Health and beauty for real. We say it’s a site for any woman with a face and a body who wants to look and feel better. We’re already number one in this category online after launching just a few months ago because there’s a real appetite for more authentic content.

4. You are very successful with Mamamia, iVillage.com.au. What is your debrief daily and who are you reaching out to? Why did you create the platform Debrief Daily is where the conversation among women goes next. It’s our new site for women 40+. There is currently no form of media talking to women like me in a way that’s authentic or appealing. For so many women in this age group it’s a time of reinvention and reinvigoration and Debrief Daily will meet their needs.

5. You have estabilied your own network do you have a vision for the future and how to reach people The Mamamia Women’s Network has big plans.

We have proven ourselves to be the undisputed leaders in women’s media. 79% of all time women spend on women’s websites is on our network. And that’s up against the big boys in massive media companies.

6. Your area of influence seems to be around conversations and insights is this right?

We have a huge reach now – 4 million women per month – but our key point of difference is engagement. Women spend up to 10 times longer on our websites than our competitors because we know how to make women click and stay and share content, whether it’s editorial or branded content.

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7. Could you see a television hosting scenario from you, something akin to Oprah and Ellen?

I’ve hosted my own show before, Mamamia on Sky News, and I gave it up after two seasons.

We’re about to launch Mamamia TV which is going to be a number of different series hosted by different women that will appear on our websites as short, snackable video content that women actually want to watch.

8. How do you manage all of these professional pursuits and raise a family Not very well most of the time! I do my best and that’s usually not nearly good enough. But I enjoy both too much to ever stop trying.

9. How important is Jason Lavigne to you and your future success.

Before Jason came on board as co-founder five years ago, I had a personal blog in my loungeroom and I was exhausted and stuck.

Now we are a network with four websites and a staff of 85 people. It’s his vision as CEO that has taken us to this point and will take us beyond. I’m very happy in my role as content director. He is driving the bus.

10. Mia we’ve all matured since your onset of Mamamia what new adventures are you considering.

We’re launching Mamamia TV and also a podcast network. I’m hosting a new podcast and video series called No Filter where I interview different people. I’m starting with Kochie. Wish me luck.

1. Where were you born Sydney 2. Brothers and Sisters 1 Brother 3. Your Home City Sydney 4. What’s your favourite activity in Sydney Going for pizza in Bondi with my family 5. In Melbourne Staying at The Olsen, doing The Project and wandering up Chapel Street 6. Favourite Season Summer 7. Would you every leave Sydney I’ve always wanted to spend time living in Melbourne 8. What are 5 words to describe living in Sydney Fast. Extroverted. Sexy. Beach. Shallow 9. Why ‘Mama Mia’ The ABBA song 10. Favourite topic All of them. I’m insatiably curious.

11. What’s your Favourite movie I fall asleep in all of them 12. Favourite Australian Film Strictly Ballroom 13. Favourite Sitcom or TV show that is currently on The Project 14. A Book you read that positively shaped you How to be a Woman by Caitlin Moran 15. A Book you read that you never think of All of them. I read books so rarely these days 16. On a scale of one to ten how excited do you feel about life right now 10 17. iPhone or Android iPhone 18. Twitter or Instagram Twitter is about aggro. Instagram is about vanity. I prefer Facebook 19. Vine or Snapchat Neither 20. Who should EVERYONE BE following right now Debriefdaily.com, so you’ll know as soon as we launch 21. What’s your fabourite Restaurant Café Cucinna Chapel Street 22. Favourite Home Cooked Meal your family love Guzman y Gomez 23. Favourite Home Cooked Meal by your mum Anything my mother in law cooks 24. Favourite Home Cooked Meal by your mum My own mum doesn’t cook but she brings me sushi

25. Favourite Drink Tea 26. Coffee or White Don’t drink coffee 27. White Wine or Red Wine White 28. Weirdest thing you’ve ever eaten Dog food it was a dare 29. What’s the Hardest part of being a mum The self doubt and anxiety 30. Most joyful part of being a mum Cuddles 31. Describe your husband in 5 words My life and work partner 32. Do you do ‘Date Night’ So, so, so rarely 33. Where did you meet At a friends barbecue 34. Does he help with the house He’s much tider than me 35. What’s your favourite band Coldplay 36. Favourite solo artist male Jack Johnson 37. Favourite solo Artist female Adele 38. If your life was a song what title would it be Mamamia 39. Do you play an instrument No 40. If you could master one instrument what would it be.

Guitar 41. Favourite Holiday Destination Byron Bay 42. Favourite Colour All of them, preferably at once 43. Least Favourite Colour Brown 44. Pilates or Yoga Neither. I need cardio 45. Jogging or swimming Jogging 46. Best de-stresser Exercise 47. If you had a super power what would it be More time 48. Your most joyful day The day each of my children were born 49. Your saddest day Having a miscarriage 15 years ago 50. If you could give one word of advise to our readers what would it be Wine

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MONACO PLAYGROUND OF THE RICH AND FAMOUS

by Hassanti Perrera

The Principality of Monaco is nothing short of breathtaking. Situated on the French Riviera it is bordered by France and the Mediterranean and is the second smallest and the most densely populated country in the world.

Being a tiny country, Monaco can be visited in a very short space of time but it is wonderful to spend a few days languishing in the opulence and pretending that you belong here, even if you don’t speak French.

Wherever you are in Monaco there is style, beauty, opulence and very expensive cars. It’s a fairy tale kingdom, an exclusive resort, a gamblers paradise and a ritzy theme park all rolled into one.

The fortress-like Grimaldi palace is a short stroll past the harbour and through the surrounding parkland and provides a wonderful place to explore in the early morning. If you wish to visit the palace itself, it’s open for visitors from June to October.

Made famous after the fairy tale wedding of Hollywood actress, Grace Kelly to Prince Rainier Grimaldi, Monaco has become the playground and tax haven of the rich and famous.

The beautiful harbour of Port Hercule is filled with luxury yachts docked from all over the world, vying for space and attention. Some are available for day hire and what could be better than spending the day on a Mediterranean yacht like a millionaire?

Monegasques are very chic and dress stylishly; like they have just stepped out of the pages of Vogue; and speak in a lovely lilting French accent which is mesmerising. From mid-morning, many can be found enjoying their baguettes and café au laÎt at the Brasserie Café de Paris, an iconic establishment at the Place du Casino, a stroll away for the beautiful Hotel Hermitage and the opulent Hotel de Paris.

Speaking of the Monte Carlo casino, it is probably the only disappointment.

An impressive building and once the glamorous venue of high rollers and movie stars, the clients are now mostly tourists and cruise ship crews who spend their evening playing the few roulette and poker tables gathered together in the vast space, but most of the casino is not even in use

The French Riviera is only a short drive away and the towns of Nice, Cannes, Cagnes-Sur-Mer and the picturesque hamlet of Èze can be explored at leisure.

A CULINARY GEM The Brasserie Café de Paris provides a wonderful location from which to people watch. The café provides both indoor and outdoor seating but the al fresco dining is by far the most popular and tables need to be booked early.

The café serves typical French fare including wonderful snacks, pastries, delicious desserts and the sweetest fresh strawberries which can be enjoyed at any time throughout the day.

A PLACE TO CALL HOME With hotels to suit any budget, to really experience Monaco, splash out and stay at either the Hotel Hermitage or the Hotel de Paris: both overlooking magnificent Port Hercule and onto the Mediterranean beyond. Both hotels are stylish and chic with the Hotel Hermitage being styled a little more on clean lines and a modern feel while the Hotel de Paris is the grand dame in décor, classic styling and ambience.

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food

A LOVE AFFAIR WITH RAW FOOD STARTS HERE The food blogosphere is full of diet die-hards advocating the latest trends in revolutionising your eating habits. But, after years of suffering from hormonal imbalances, fatigue, infections and depression, Megan May has a different approach: “Through my experience…a mostly raw, mostly plant-based diet has tremendous health benefits [but] stressing about every mouthful you eat is a bore and, ironically, quite unhealthy.” The Unbakery is an unadulterated and unbelievably delicious tome of more than 150 raw plant-based recipes that celebrate food instead of restricting it.

Eating raw food (meaning the ingredients haven’t been heated above 46 degrees Celsius) maximises your absorption of essential vitamins, minerals and enzymes that tend to be reduced in the cooking process. Megan encourages her readers to embrace the raw lifestyle with tips to de-stress and detox, indepth explanations of her favorite ingredients and advice for storing and mpreparing each meal.

The most important thing, however, is to experiment with how a raw diet fits into your lifestyle and tailor The Unbakery to your body’s needs.

Megan’s accessible recipes, which are all free from gluten, dairy, refined sugars and wheat, combine indulgent flavours with good organic ingredients. From her famous ‘Grawnola’ to Mexican Tacos and a sumptuous Blueberry Cheesecake, it’s easy to see why the raw food movement is becoming a part of everyday life.

Megan May is the chef and owner of awardwinning Auckland cafes Little Bird Organics and The Unbakery. She spent her childhood on an organic market garden and small farm in West Auckland, surrounded by beautiful food.

After struggling with severe allergies to gluten, dairy and sugar, she began a lifelong love affair with creating and sharing raw food for wellbeing and pleasure.

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CHARDONNAY

Chardonnay is a delicate green coloured grape varietal that is universally pressed to extract crisp and fresh white wine.

Initially heralding from France in the Burgundy region, the world grape markets now enjoy producing their own local version of this celebrated varietal of wine.

Most markets commence with this grape due to its ability to grow in all climatic conditions, whether cool or warm, and its versatility and ease of entry into the world market of wine tasting and sales.

The Chardonnay grape tends to be quite neutral on its own, however some hues and flavours can be often be linked to a more oak influence, or some even say terroir. The Chardonnay vinification process can lend itself from the edginess of Chablis, with smooth tropical fruitiness, and some very refined Oak flavours when grown in different regions.

Australian Chardonnay’s tend to develop a citrus flavour due to the warmer climatic conditions, and with even warmer conditions a hint of peach and melon tends to develop in this versatile grape. Mango and Banana flavours are also said to be found in this remarkable wine when the grapes are grown in the hotter coastal regions.

Chardonnay was once treated poorly and provided negative feedback due to its huge popularity pre 1990’s, and the treatment of such a great grape ensured it retreated in its sales and growth amongst its growing consumer base. In current times it has made a strong resurgence and the support for this humble grape is universal in its approach for global dominance.

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review

REMVI BY THE BAY

GREEK & MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE One of Melbourne’s iconic Greek eateries, Remvi By The Bay overlooks historic Commonwealth Reserve and the bobbing yachts moored off the piers of Williamstown, with great views across to the Melbourne city skyline.

The restaurant’s white linen tables and open airy feel set the scene for a memorable Greek food experience, full of flavour and good cheer. Serving authentic and flavoursome dishes based on traditional Mediterranean recipes. A starter platter of dips has a combination of tzatziki, eggplant, tarama, skordalia and red capsicum served with pita bread. There are plenty of choices for mains and one that stands out is the scallops saganaki - scallops cooked with chilli, wine, fetta and tomato salsa, served on a bed of rizoni. Vegetarian dishes are available as well as a range of mouth-watering char grilled meats all complemented with an extensive local and international wine selection. They also have a wide banquet selection. We tried the traditional Greek oven baked lamb cooked slowly in its own jus with olive oil, lemon, oregano and herbs served with baked potatoes. Just for a moment, it transported us to the sun drenched Greek Isles. Absolutely to die for.

Remvi by the Bay - 125 Nelson Place Williamstown. Bookings essential.

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fashion Photography by Lisa of Liberation Images

FAS H IO N ESCAPE The talented Atong is from South Sudan and the oldest of eight, she arrived on these shores in 2005 and completed her Bachelor of Fashion Design and Technology at RMIT. She says “I wish my clothes to give a strong message reiterating an independent identity through the wearer. One that hails luxury and comfort with an edge.

I draw my inspiration from no one thing in particular.

My upbringing gave me that understanding of exploring and developing my skills and interests, which led me to be a designer/pattern cutter, it gave me the necessary instinct to investigate”

“Atong Omoli is a label for not only the fashionista in us all, but the ethically conscious citizen of the planet. The gracefully dressed Atong Omoli woman becomes an ambassador of goodwill and great design.

Her strong design lines are fitted and layered. The fabric is custom designed with her signature emblem, conveying the message of intercultural appreciation that many young Africans are championing across the diaspora.

Atong Omoli is my escape plan, with this label I want to show everyone that no matter where you’re from or come from, that it is your responsibility to make your dreams come true. No one can let you down but yourself.”

health

LOVE AND NOURISH In October 2013, Wendy La Roche established Love & Nourish - her organic meal catering, which focused on delivering deliciously healthy gluten-free and dairy-free lunches in recycled packaging created for her vast health and fitness clientele.

As a passionate holistic nutrition coach with great love for cooking, Wendy’s recipes have been inspired by her extensive travels through Europe and the Middle East, as well as her childhood growing up on a Flexitarian diet. Initially hoping to bring a near-complete cookbook to fruition, Wendy took a slightly alternative route, adapting Love & Nourish into a café based in Prahran - the ultimate destination for health-minded, weight-concious, and environmentally aware individuals, with all of the guesswork taken out for discerning taste buds!

Love & Nourish now provides a range of perfectly portioned, fresh, raw, seasonal and organic meals, created to taste great, while holding beneficial nutritional value to maintain and restore a healthy gut (inner health), using the highest quality product, such as; fermented vegetables, bone broth and grass-fed beef, to balance good fats with carbohydrates and protein. By using probiotics where possible (in the form of fermented vegetables and bone broth), a healthy gut can be attained, making for a healthy immune system and healthy emotional health. The digestive system is one of the largest organs in the body and many diseases spring straight from the gut. Fermented foods help strengthen your immune system so that you can fight any disease or illness and increase your chance of overall health. In most of us our physical health begins and ends with the way our gut functions and the way we support it.

The aims are taste and feel good food – no guilt, with lots of love as Wendy’s main ingredient!

To compliment these perfectly portioned meals, Love & Nourish offers essential health-concious beverages, such as; kobucha teas, cold press juices and superfood smoothie varieties. Raw treats are also available to indulge in, using fresh, wholesome ingredients to nurture your body, while giving you a natural boost that does not compromise your daily food intake.

Wendy has ensured that Love & Nourish compliments her other two offerings; BootyFit Workout and RAWRRR Nutrition, that showcase her passion that reinforces the importance of whole foods and balanced diets - where natural is better to achieve real results in health and fitness.

Find Love & Nourish on Twitter & Instagram @loveandnourish, or email info@loveandnourish.com.au

RAWRRR Treat Recipe Protein Truffles Ingredients (to be organic where possible) • 1 cup of quinoa flakes • 10 roughly chopped up dates • 2 tablespoons of shredded coconut • 1 cup of almond meal • 2 tablespoons of raw cacao • 1 scoop of rawrrr nutrition’s superfood protein (raw cacao) • 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract • 3 tablespoon of hot purified water • 1 tablespoon of rice syrup • ¼ cup shredded coconut (to roll in, for decoration) Steps 1. Combine dry ingredients in spectablend – blend 2. Once blended, add moist ingredients 3. Remove from blender & roll into 25g balls 4. Roll into shredded coconut to decorate 5. Store in fridge for up to 5 days 20

beauty

KERRIE HESS AND LANCÔME ARTFULLY CELEBRATE 80 YEARS OF FRENCH BEAUTY Lancôme is so excited to announce the collaboration with internationally acclaimed Australian Fashion Illustrator, Kerrie Hess.

The partnership with Kerrie Hess Illustrations was a perfect choice for Lancôme because of the synonymous French elegance and beauty of Kerrie’s artist approach.

SET INCLUDES Artliner 24H Black Grandiôse Mascara Eau Micellaire Makeup Remover 50ml

“Working with Lancôme Paris is a perfect fit for me. I adore Paris (my former home) and have always admired Lancôme’s branding and history. And as the most iconic Parisian beauty brand, collaborating with Lancôme has been an amazing project of capturing French style, Lancôme beauty of the city of lights in watercolour.”

STEP 1

KERRIE HESS

Start at the outer third of the eye using small strokes along the lash line.

In celebration of Lancôme’s 80 years of French Beauty, Kerrie Hess has designed customised illustrations exclusively for Lancôme. In 2015, Lancôme will launch a series of Grandiôse makeup sets and limited edition cosmetic bags for all your beauty essentials, all showcasing Kerrie’s incredible illustrations.

STEP 3

CLEAN DEFINITION EYE LOOK SET $89

Split the eye into three zones: outer third, middle and inner third. Start on the outer third and apply Grandiôse in a zig zag motion from the root of the lash to the tip.

On counter date: 25th January 2015 The clean definition eyeliner look is elegant and classic, accentuating the natural shape of the eye.

Using the tip of the liner, make a small mark at the outer corner of the eye to determine where the liner will finish

STEP 2:

Following the same application move to the inner corner of the eye and join the lines together.

STEP 4

The look is easy to wear and is perfect for during the day or at work.

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WHO recommends that you limit the use of your mobile phone and the duration of your calls. They also advise that you should use your mobile phone in areas of good reception, so the phone is working at reduced power. With Safe-T-Fone you can feel safe and be safe everytime you use your mobile phone.

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Only the original Safe-T-Fone® has been independently tested by NATA and has proven to reduce the transmission of RFR by 100%.

Safe-T-Fone uses the transmission of sound waves, not electronic signals, to travel up the inert acoustic silicon tube to deliver ‘safe sound’ into the user’s ear.

Correctly used, Safe-T-Fone allows the user to operate a mobile phone at arms length, reducing exposure to radiation to a non harmful background level.

The Safe-T-Fone Acoustic Earphone does not interfere with the mobile phone’s performance, by diverting or shielding its signal, and allows the phone to operate normally.

business

3 WAYS TO LISTEN BETTER If there’s one skill worth emphasising it’s the often underrated skill of listening. Thousands of hours of listening to stories of business people has helped me develop this skill. What was that? What is she saying? That’s right listening. While I am by no means perfect at it (and still work on it daily) this is clearly a skill worth mastering. Here are some ideas on listening for you to try.

UP LEVEL YOUR LISTENING Just when you believe you’re listening is ok, what if I told you there’s another level? Further more, better listening can not only increase team engagement (& be a reason people stay) it can also win you much more business. How? Read on.

SOUNDBITE LISTENING TODAY In our world of selfies, insty, linkedin, facebook & youtube, our concentration spans are shortening. We now live in a world of sound bites and page scrolls. Sad, but true. Next time you’re in a train, at the airport, in the foyer of a building or at a cafe, take note of where people’s eyes are. They’re on screens. This is why the next 3 ways can be a differentiator for you and your business.

#3 LOOK AT THE PERSON...

Eye contact is hard enough for some people as it is. And today, we’re rapidly losing the art of looking at people. As such we have to re-train ourselves to look at the eyes of those we speak with. Looking other human beings in the eye is a lost art. When we do look at someone they feel recognised, they feel known, they feel ‘gotten’, ‘listened to’ and heard.

When with someone, a large part of the hearing experience is looking at the person. If you do this one thing when being spoken to, you’ll have an edge over the average bear.

Eye contact builds trust. And we all want to do business with people we trust. Look at who you speak with. It’s a little thing, that makes a big difference.

#2 DROP THE FILTERS… We all have life experiences and pre-conceived ideas. Using these as our filters also blocks new learning. If we see others who have had different experiences to us as ‘wrong’, we can never learn, we can never grow, we can never understand varying perspectives.

When we drop our filters, we hear differently. Imagine car gears. Be in neutral when you listen. You’ll be amazed what else you pick up. When you listen, minus the filters, every day is a massive learning opportunity. New insights that lead to new thinking, new solutions, new possibilities, new business.

#1 LISTEN AUTHENTICALLY… Authentic is a fancy way of saying ‘keep it real’. That is, don’t pretend you’re listening, don’t look past the person then pretend you’re listening.

When was the last time you sat with one of your team and were really with them? Really checked in on how they were doing? Asked a question and then sat and listened deeply to the response?

If you’re not in the mood to listen and are ready to end the discussion, best to just say so. Excuse yourself politely with, “I must wrap this up now”. This is much better than pretending you’re listening.

Listening Authentically means showing up to listen and not speak. Being there and intune completely with what the person is saying.

When we listen we really do learn. Learning comes from listening and observing. When we invest our effort to really hear, we collect data-points and insight that we may have missed before. We ‘get’ new things and so this being the case we automatically gain an edge.

#THE REMINDER….

People don’t leave companies they leave bosses. Clients don’t leave brands, they leave bad experiences with people.

Most of the time these incidences happen because someone felt unheard.

Someone being ‘unheard’ can be avoided with better listening.

If you decide to become a better listener you automatically develop a communication edge. If your whole company listens more powerfully, the whole business has an edge. This can be a very low cost unique selling proposition and differentiator. Better listening underpins client dedication, high impact customer service and client care.

THE WRAP….

So wrapping up, here are three things to help you listen better:-

How can we really hear another person’s perspective, when we’re filtering what they’re saying through our own experience?

Listen Authentically, Drop The Filters, Look At The Person. These three ways will make you a better listener and this means being known as someone good to work with. If you try it and it works, let me know. I’d like to hear your experiences.

About Tanya Lacy It’s 2015 and Tanya Lacy wants to live in a world where people understand the affect their vibe has on others. She’s an International Business Writer and in 1996 she started her Leadership Development Company. Intercept Experience today specializes in Group & Individual Learning Experiences For Leaders and Company Owners. When she’s not tapping a key board you’ll find her smiling widely, front of room leading a 1-2 day intensive or even a small workshop. With 19 years behind her of playing

confidant to top brand CEO’s, she loves to share business stories & insights.

To relax she likes lattes with her husband, travel, teaching, writing, swimming and hanging out with her 12 year old son. She feels blessed to blend her life’s work and her hobbies. In social media, she uses #TheReminder as she believes her gift is reminding people of theirs. Why? Because in her experience, they forget. See what she’s up to on twitter @tanyalacy or Instagram @realtanyalacy or www.interceptexperience.com

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#HASHTAG WHAT IS A #HASHTAG IN SOCIAL MEDIA? A hashtag is that symbol that sits on your keyboard just above the number 3. It has been transformed from the Number symbol and implemented for use in social media. The # acts as a prefix to words or a collection of words like a phrase to collate items of interest and same association, therefore making other posts easy to find across all social media.

HOW DOES THE #HASHTAG WORK? The # or hashtag works by preceding these words and they must be without spaces; ie; #CharlieHebdo or #charliehebdo or #AustralianOpen or #australianopen.......Capitals will not affect the search of any posts, however it can be set up with separate capitals to assist if you want that association......For me, it is far easier to drop all capitals unless it has branding issues associated with it like #MercedesBenz.

You can also associate and use the prefix of # to a phrase or longer associated words, like #thankgoditsfriday without spaces. Or this can also be set up as #TGIF. Once this # has been set up, then you can search for other associated posts across all social media today and find related articles. The # allows us to create order and filing of information on the World Wide Web in Social Media.

technology

HOW WAS THE # CREATED TO CLUMP TOGETHER WORDS?

WHAT OTHER SYMBOLS CAN BE USED IN # OR HASHTAGGING?

The # use was created on the social media platform of Twitter back in 2007. Chris Messiner is a developer and he tweeted that Twitter should start clumping posts together by using the # in front of those key words or phrases. Initially Twitter actually rejected the idea, however late in 2007, some American Journalists began using the clumping together of # posts, and Twitter relented and so it all began. The rest is history. Users could see what was trending for the day and be all over current live events in an instant, searching using key words and phrases with the # in front of them.

It is a remarkable tool that has to be explored to see its true value, so try searching for posts with the hashtag in front of your keywords and interests, and see what appears.

As stated earlier, you can never have a space between words in your prefixed words or phrases. #soitalwayshastolooklikethis #iknowthatyoualreadyknewthis #australianopen #australianopenisexciting

THE USE OF THE #HASHTAG ACROSS ALL SOCIAL MEDIA TODAY. All social media platforms in general now have adopted the use of the # as a grouping mechanism, and users of social media have taken to it in a storm, and apply the # across Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, Klout, Vine and many more. Now the # cross pollinates across all social media platforms and you can search for the same term on multiple platforms keeping everything that you want to know about in the one spot.

You can also use numbers in your #18wheeler #90210stars and can post and search for relevant items.

Twitter operates best with about only three or 3 hashtags in the one post, and the same with Facebook and Pinterest, however I am aware that SocialCam, Klout, Vine and Instagram work better with more than three hostags in the same post.

The optimum level for Instagram is approximately 5 #hashtags.

Start searching around in all social media platforms today by using a # in front of your personal interest and latest events and you will be amazed how brilliant this search and storage mechanism is, go on, you just might be surprised.

Please feel free to contact me at john@drydenmediagroup.com twitter@johngdryden facebook.com/johngdryden instagram.com/johngdryden drydenmediagroup

WHERE AM I? GUESS WHERE THIS PLACE IS TO

WIN

a copy of The Unbakery by Megan May Published by Murdoch Books

Email answers and your address by 1 March 2015 to:

competitions@indentmedia.com.au Correct entries will be placed in a draw and one will be randomly selected. Notification is by email after 8 March.

Entrants must be 18 years or over and reside in Victoria

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ELLY PARTNERS

Newport 48 Newcastle Street

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The Location Will Change Your Lifestyle Located right in front of Parklands and positioned in a wide treelined street, this fully re-furbished home has it all. Comprising three generous bedrooms with BIRs, main bathroom with double shower and double vanities, plus a further bathroom offers a spa bath with second toilet. An expansive open plan living area and hostess kitchen opens out to an outdoor entertaining area. Featuring remote LUG, ducted heating and evaporative cooling, landscaped gardens, new brushed architectural windows and 3kw solar system.

BER $680,000 - $720,000 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Auction Sat 21st Feb at 11.30am --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Inspect As advertised --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Leigh Melbourne 0414 239 986 Wayne Elly 0410 305 305 8387 0000 Williamstown Office --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Web greghocking.com.au 48newcastlestreetnewport.com.au

ELLY PARTNERS

Williamstown 16 Mariner Street

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Quality Concepts Set back from the street, enjoying upstairs sights of the city, the boats and the bay, this dual level residence´s address also puts The Strand and Douglas Parade only moments´ walk away. Three downstairs bedrooms and two bathrooms include a main bedroom with walk in robes, luxuriously large ensuite and seamless flow to inviting decking that´s also accessed from a central rumpus room.

Above, the living/dining area´s appealing outlooks and alluring balcony make an immediate impression, matched by the quality of the kitchen, featuring stone benches and dual drawer dishwasher. Remote control blinds, exceptional storage and secure garage.

BER $950,000 - $1,050,000 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Auction Sat 28th Feb at 1.30pm --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Inspect As advertised --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Shannon Bushnell 0422 093 068 Wayne Elly 0410 305 305 8387 0000 Williamstown Office --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Web greghocking.com.au 16marinerstreetwilliamstown.com.au

ELLY PARTNERS

Williamstown 20 White Street

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The Character, The Corner, The Options This inviting, impeccably maintained two bedroom home provides past, present and future appeal on an irresistible scale, complemented by its corner setting & extensive second frontage to Chandler Street. Living/dining areas & a classically appointed kitchen lead to an under cover terrace on the allotment´s northern aspect while a double garage accessed from Chandler Street illustrates the size & the scope suggested by a block of some 660sqm. An ideal context for updating & extending to fulfill family needs or for pursuing sub-division possibilities, STCA. Prospects of city views and proximity to Williamstown North Primary School & Douglas Parade are among the additional enticements.

BER $1,200,000 - $1,300,000 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Auction Sat 21st Feb at 11.30am --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Inspect As advertised --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Trevor Reynolds 0466 182 032 Wayne Elly 0410 305 305 8387 0000 Williamstown Office --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Web greghocking.com.au 20whitestreetwilliamstown.com.au

ELLY PARTNERS

Williamstown 5 Eliza Close

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The Ultimate In Family Living This highly sought after 40 square home offers a great abundance of quality features and generous zoned living areas ideal for the whole family. Comprising a spacious lounge room with adjoining dining room and separate lounge/study. A formal rumpus room with large adjoining cinema room, modern hostess kitchen, four bedrooms, master with a North facing balcony, WIR and ensuite. Featuring evaporative cooling, ducted heating, separate split system, alarm system, water tanks and solar panels, large outdoor undercover entertaining area and single LUG.

Price $950,000 - $1,100,000 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Forthcoming Auction --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Inspect As advertised --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Glen Baird 0425 762 344 Wayne Elly 0410 305 305 Williamstown Office 8387 0000 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Web greghocking.com.au 5elizaclosewilliamstown.com.au

ELLY PARTNERS

Williamstown 50A Tobruk Crescent

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Complete Contemporary Success A brilliant design that balances the best townhouse concepts with spaces ideally matched to family demands defines this superb contemporary residence. Downstairs living and dining areas that incorporate a Miele and marble fitted kitchen are complemented by a courtyard backdrop of landscaped elegance while on the upstairs level, a huge north facing additional living space with a sunny balcony offers total flexibility. A sublime main suite enjoys its own zone downstairs, separate from two generous bedrooms and a fabulous central bathroom. Total luxury.

BER $1,200,000 - $1,300,000 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Auction Sat 14th Mar at 10.30am --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Inspect As advertised --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Leigh Melbourne 0414 239 986 Wayne Elly 0410 305 305 8387 0000 Williamstown Office --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Web greghocking.com.au 50Atobrukcrescentwilliamstown.com.au

ELLY PARTNERS

Altona North 2/55 Marion Street Designed To Be Desirable A dual level format that matches elegance with efficiency, comfort with quality, this 3 bedroom contemporary residence is additionally advantaged by its proximity to The Circle, schools, Paisley Park & Newport Lakes Park. Comprising an open plan kitchen featuring signature Caesar-stone surfaces & SS appliances, spacious living/dining area complemented by the flexibility of a separate study, courtyard entertaining, secure garage, additional car parking & water tank.

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BER $540,000 - $570,000 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Auction Sat 28th Feb at 11.30am --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Inspect As advertised --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Jerry Kizer 0467 888 918 Mark de Brabander 0406 536 447 Williamstown Office 8387 0000 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Web greghocking.com.au

Altona North 3 First Avenue Totally Tempting Dimensions Surrounded by an allotment that suggests rewarding development scope if so desired, STCA, this spacious 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom residence an exceptional family home.

Entry to a versatile sun-room space introduces a generous lounge, 2nd living/3rd bedroom & a central kitchen/dining domain with SS appliances. Free standing bungalow, sunny entertaining areas, double garage & extra car parking.

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Price Contact Agent --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Auction Sat 28th Feb at 11.30am --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Inspect As advertised --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Mark de Brabander 0406 536 447 Wayne Elly 0410 305 305 Williamstown Office 8387 0000 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Web greghocking.com.au 3firstavenuealtonanorth.com.au

ELLY PARTNERS

Kingsville 30 Empress Avenue Exquisite style, Elegant lifestyle A truly outstanding example of period architecture and an intelligent floor plan is just the start of what sets this two bedroom plus formal dining room home apart from the rest.

Multiple living areas including open fireplaces to the lounge and dining rooms provide a spacious environment, a quality kitchen offers space to entertain and opens onto a meticulously designed backyard and private outdoor area.

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Price Contact Agent --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Forthcoming Auction --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Inspect As advertised --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Trevor Reynolds 0466 182 032 Wayne Elly 0410 305 305 Yarraville Office 8387 0011 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Web greghocking.com.au 30empressavenuekingsville.com.au

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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BER $750,000 - $790,000 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Auction Sat 21st Feb at 10.30am --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Inspect As advertised --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Leigh Melbourne 0414 239 986 Wayne Elly 0410 305 305 Shannon Bushnell 0422 093 068 Williamstown Office 8387 0000 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Web greghocking.com.au 33homeroadnewport.com.au

ELLY PARTNERS

Newport 6 May Street Convenience & Lifestyle Architecturally designed, this striking residence offers space, light & tailored for effortless living & stylish entertaining.

Comprising open plan kitchen/dining/living area flowing to a private entertaining garden, handsome kitchen, light filled living room, 3rd bedroom/study & 2nd bathroom. Upstairs there are 2 bedrooms, master with semi ensuite to central bathroom.

Featuring remote LUG, ducted heating & cooling & alarm.

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BER $590,000 - $650,000 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Auction Sat 14th Mar at 12.30pm --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Inspect As advertised --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Mark de Brabander 0406 536 447 Wayne Elly 0410 305 305 Williamstown Office 8387 0000 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Web greghocking.com.au 6maystreetnewport.com.au

Newport 63 Oxford Street Stunning Interiors and Lifestyle Location The luxury of large open spaces & the allure of abundant natural light combine to define this inviting contemporary home. Spacious living and dining areas surround an open plan kitchen which then flows out to an undercover entertaining area. Master bedroom with WIR & ensuite, 3 further bedrooms plus a 2nd central bathroom with spa. Central Heating, A/C spit systems & double LUG from ROW.

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BER $760,000 - $820,000 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Auction Sat 14th Mar at 2.30pm --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Inspect As advertised --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Mark de Brabander 0406 536 447 Wayne Elly 0410 305 305 Williamstown Office 8387 0000 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Web greghocking.com.au 63oxfordstreetnewport.com.au

ELLY PARTNERS

Newport 98 Anderson Street Light, Bright And Single Level This well presented single level home is the perfect investment, first home or ideal if you are wanting to down size.

Comprising of 2 bedrooms both with BIRs & split systems, large central bathroom, separate toilet & central A/C. Large windows allowing plenty of natural light in the open plan kitchen/meals/living room opens out onto a private courtyard & is further complemented by a single garage.

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BER $470,000 - $510,000 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Auction Sat 21st Feb at 12.30pm --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Inspect As advertised --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Mark de Brabander 0406 536 447 Wayne Elly 0410 305 305 Williamstown Office 8387 0000 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Web greghocking.com.au 98andersonstreetnewport.com.au

Williamstown 18 Hotham Street Exceptional Investment in an Excellent Location Enviably situated minutes from Williamstown´s beachfront, shops and public transport, this captivating property offers clean lines and bright, fresh spaces. Two compelling BIR bedrooms plus study (or third bedroom), spacious lounge elegant kitchen/dining that opens to an entertainer´s deck plus hydronic heating.

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BER $720,000 - $790,000 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Auction Sat 28th Feb at 12.30pm --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Inspect As Advertised --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Shannon Bushnell 0422 093 068 Wayne Elly 0410 305 305 Williamstown Office 8387 0000 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Web greghocking.com.au 18hothamstreetwilliamstown.com.au

ELLY PARTNERS

Williamstown 7 Thomas Street Intelligent Contemporary Concepts 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, with ducted heating and cooling and secure garage.

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BER $950,000 - $1,050,000 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Auction Sat 21st Feb at 1.30pm --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Inspect As Advertised --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Wayne Elly 0410 305 305 Shannon Bushnell 0422 093 068 Williamstown Office 8387 0000 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Web greghocking.com.au 7thomasstreetwilliamstown.com.au

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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BER $690,000 - $730,000 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Auction Sat 28th Feb at 2.30pm --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Inspect As advertised --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Trevor Reynolds 0466 182 032 Wayne Elly 0410 305 305 Yarraville Office 8387 0011 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Web greghocking.com.au 2/205andersonstreetyarraville.com.au

75-77 Ferguson Street, Williamstown VIC 3016 T 9397 2000 | F 9397 8311 | E info@williamsre.com.au

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

Altona North

AUCTION Saturday 14 March at 10.30 MELWAYS REFERENCE 54 J1 CONTACT Lauren Wood 0411 648 509 laurenw@williamsre.com.au Katie Smith 0425 737 673 katies@williamsre.com.au

446 Blackshaws Road MOVE IN AND ENJOY! •

Having just been transformed with a stylish and modern renovation, you’ll be forgiven for thinking you’ve walked into a brand new home

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Tastefully decorated with neutral colours and quality features, this home represents a fantastic opportunity for first home buyers, downsizers and investors alike

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A sparkling brand new kitchen offers Caesarstone benchtops, Australian made cabinetry, Blum soft closing drawers and stainless steel appliances including a dishwasher

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The outdoors will excite those who need room to move, with an entertainment decking and an expansive grassed area that captures the beautiful northern sunlight

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Three generous bedrooms all have built-in-robes and share a family size central bathroom with a freestanding bath

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Further features include; Tassie Oak polished floorboards, gas heating, split system cooling, European laundry, single lock-up garage plus an extra car space

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Securely set at the rear of this block of only two, this is a quiet and private home that provides easy access to the West Gate Freeway and local shopping

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75 - 77 Ferguson Street WILLIAMSTOWN VIC 3016 T 9397 2000 | F 9397 8311 | E info@williamsre.com.au

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AUCTION

Newport

Saturday 21 March at 11.30

MELWAYS REFERENCE 55 H3 CONTACT Sam Wilson 0404 865 018 samanthaw@williamsre.com.au Lauren Wood 0411 648 509 laurenw@williamsre.com.au

80 Newcastle Street

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FAMILY SANCTUARY OPPOSITE THE PARK! • Nestled in one of central Newport’s most sought-after streets, this beautiful family residence will excite those looking for a ‘forever home’ • Combine a premium location, with a double storey Federation home that has been lovingly maintained and extended over the years, and you have the recipe for a wonderful family lifestyle • A home of approximately 30 squares, with two separate living zones. Downstairs there is an open-plan living and dining room opening onto a beautiful garden while the upstairs retreat has cathedral ceilings drenched in morning sunlight • The established north-facing garden also provides a fantastic outdoor space with an undercover entertainment area, perfect for the entire family • Offering plenty of room to spread out with a flexible floor plan of up to five bedrooms, plus a study, including a light-filled, upstairs room fitted as a home office • Further features include; ducted heating, evaporative cooling, one Jet-Master fireplace and a second open fireplace downstairs, Baltic pine floorboards, high ceilings, a wine cellar, dishwasher, right-of-way access to a carport for two cars, a workshop and a balcony overlooking the backyard • A location of absolute convenience, moments to Newport Train Station, shops, cafes, schools and Newport Lakes, with easy direct access into Melbourne CBD

75 - 77 Ferguson Street WILLIAMSTOWN VIC 3016 T 9397 2000 | F 9397 8311 | E info@williamsre.com.au

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Newport

AUCTION Saturday 21 March at 3.30

MELWAYS REFERENCE 55 H5

CONTACT Katie Smith 0425 737 673 katies@williamsre.com.au Michael Harvey 0425 737 672 michaelh@williamsre.com.au

40 Salisbury Street

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LIVE IN STYLE • Step inside and you will be instantly impressed by this stylish, fully renovated home • Immaculately presented and offering exceptional quality throughout, this delightful home blends modern lines and contemporary style • The design and layout offers generous family living on an easy care block • Comprising three bedrooms all with built-in-robes, open-plan kitchen / meals area, second living room (or spacious fourth bedroom), two bathrooms and a European laundry • Entertain family and friends all year round under the decked alfresco area that opens onto the north-facing landscaped garden • Features include; Stringybark floorboards throughout, alarm system, ducted heating, evaporative cooling, stone benchtops, stainless steel appliances, off-street parking and a storage shed • This home is close to everything you need including Newport Lakes, shops, schools, public transport and Melbourne CBD • Buying this property will be the best decision you make all year! Simply walk in, live and enjoy your beautiful home!

75 - 77 Ferguson Street WILLIAMSTOWN VIC 3016 T 9397 2000 | F 9397 8311 | E info@williamsre.com.au

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Williamstown

AUCTION Saturday 14 March at 1.30

MELWAYS REFERENCE 55 J9

CONTACT Nathan Smith 0400 843 331 nathans@williamsre.com.au Michael Harvey 0425 737 672 michaelh@williamsre.com.au

30 Merrett Drive

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A RIFLE RANGE CLASSIC! • One of the first homes built at the ‘bayside end’ of the highly desired Rifle Range Estate • Offering the perfect family lifestyle, a short stroll to beautiful Jawbone Reserve, foreshore walkways, schools and Williamstown Beach • Family kitchen is at the heart of the home with a brand new stainless steel gas oven / cook-top and excellent storage • Adjoining dining / family room opens onto a bright and sunny paved, undercover outdoor entertaining area with a north-facing aspect • Generous backyard makes this bayside home perfect for families, or those looking for extra room to move!

• A formal lounge / sitting room adds to the versatile floor plan • Three bedrooms upstairs with built-in-robes, master with large walk-in-robe plus ensuite • Single lock-up garage with front and rear door access through to backyard, second car space in driveway, plus an excellent storage shed • Includes; ducted heating, evaporative cooling, recently installed solar system and a rainwater tank • This is an affordable option for those looking to move into one of Williamstown’s best bayside locations • A wonderful lifestyle is on offer, nestled within a quiet and established part of the Rifle Range

75 - 77 Ferguson Street WILLIAMSTOWN VIC 3016 T 9397 2000 | F 9397 8311 | E info@williamsre.com.au

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Williamstown

AUCTION Saturday 21 March at 2.30

MELWAYS REFERENCE 56 A9 CONTACT Michael Harvey 0425 737 672 michaelh@williamsre.com.au Daniella Sherwin 0403 380 262 daniellas@williamsre.com.au

108 Hannan Street

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FEEL THE BAY BREEZE • The appealing elegance will impress, as will the locality and clever design • An allotment of approximately 650sqm in one of Williamstown’s premier streets awaits you • Only minutes walk to the beach, train station and schools • Low maintenance living is on offer, together with stylish appointments such as timber floors, glass and concrete features • Generous size rooms with a flexible floor plan including an open-plan living area • Rear access to a three car lock-up garage with parking at the front is an added bonus • Truly a prestigious home in a prestige location not to be missed!

75 - 77 Ferguson Street WILLIAMSTOWN VIC 3016 T 9397 2000 | F 9397 8311 | E info@williamsre.com.au

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Williamstown

AUCTION Saturday 14 March at 2.30 MELWAYS REFERENCE 56 A6 CONTACT Sam Wilson 0404 865 018 samanthaw@williamsre.com.au Michael Harvey 0425 737 672 michaelh@williamsre.com.au

2/187 Melbourne Road

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LIGHT-FILLED WITH MODERN SPACES SET BACK AWAY FROM THE ROAD IN A QUIET AND TRANQUIL BLOCK OF FOUR TOWNHOUSES •

An architecturally designed home by Basset & Lobaza architects, perfectly positioned only a short stroll to train stations, bus stops, shops and cafes, within easy access to the CBD, schools and The Strand waterfront

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Comprises two bedrooms plus study, including master with small balcony, walk-in-robe and ensuite, second bedroom with a built-in-robe

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Also comprises spacious open-plan dining / living area streaming with natural light, bi-fold doors to paved outdoor entertaining area, modern kitchen with island bench, powder room and separate laundry

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Features; floorboards, Caesarstone benchtops, stainless steel appliances, skylight, heating / cooling, alarm and remote lock-up garage door

75 - 77 Ferguson Street WILLIAMSTOWN VIC 3016 T 9397 2000 | F 9397 8311 | E info@williamsre.com.au

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AUCTION

Williamstown

Saturday 7 March at 11.30

MELWAYS REFERENCE 55 K9 CONTACT Rosemary Jamonts 0405 535 434 rosemaryj@williamsre.com.au Michael Harvey 0425 737 672 michaelh@williamsre.com.au

92 Bayview Street

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PALATIAL PROPORTIONS • Not only is this magnificent near new masterpiece a home able to accommodate the largest of family combinations, it also includes a separate two bedroom apartment, plus a huge basement store or workshop • Not just a home, more like a family compound • Few if any other local bayside homes provide such a generosity of space and principal rooms to enable you to majestically accommodate your family, your relatives, your guests and / or your hobbies, or perhaps your business interests • Thoughtful planning and consideration has been given to the provision of style, comfort, quality and taste throughout • Perfect positioning on a large allotment to enjoy the bay at the end of the street and easily access schools, both primary and secondary, and North Williamstown Railway Station your nearest • You really must inspect to appreciate the scale of this once off opportunity

75 - 77 Ferguson Street WILLIAMSTOWN VIC 3016 T 9397 2000 | F 9397 8311 | E info@williamsre.com.au

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Williamstown

AUCTION Saturday 7 March at 1.30

MELWAYS REFERENCE 56 D9

CONTACT Michael Harvey 0425 737 672 michaelh@williamsre.com.au Lauren Wood 0411 648 509 laurenw@williamsre.com.au

21 Pasco Street

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VICTORIAN CHARM! • Classic, single front weatherboard home, oozing character and old world charm • Grand wide entry hall with Baltic pine floorboards and high ceilings • Modern and light-filled kitchen with double doors leading to a quaint and peaceful garden setting • Generous size bedrooms are adorned by open fireplaces, picture rails and ornate ceilings • Featuring a gas log fire, gas heating and split system cooling • Offering rear access to an oversized garage and located literally around the corner from the wonderful shops, cafes and restaurants Williamstown has to offer

75 - 77 Ferguson Street WILLIAMSTOWN VIC 3016 T 9397 2000 | F 9397 8311 | E info@williamsre.com.au

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Williamstown Guide Auction Inspect Contact

28 Agg Street

Bed 4 | Bath 2 | Car 1

$780,000 plus 11am Saturday 28th February on location 12-12:30pm Saturday 21st February & 10:30-11am Saturday 28th February Nathan Johnson 0410 331 032 & Dee Gibson 0416 091 369 Williamstown 9397 1600

96 Verdon Street

Bed 3 | Bath 1 | Car 5+

$1,400,000 plus 12pm Saturday 28th February on location 12-12:30pm Saturday 21st February & 11:30am-12pm Saturday 28th February Traci Charles 0425 717 489 & Colin Rich 0414 397 164 Williamstown 9397 1600

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1/199 Blackshaws Road

Bed 3 | Bath 2 | Car 2

$580,000 plus 1pm Saturday 28th February on location 1:45-2:15pm Saturday 21st February & 12:30-1pm Saturday 28th February Nathan Johnson 0410 331 032 & Dee Gibson 0416 091 369 Williamstown 9397 1600

5 Chandler Street

Bed 3 | Bath 2 | Car 4

$850,000-$920,000 2pm Saturday 28th February on location 10:30-11am Saturday 21st February & 1:30-2pm Saturday 28th February John Galea 0405 564 669 & Colin Rich 0414 397 164 Williamstown 9397 1600

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25 Seventh Avenue

Bed 3 | Bath 1 | Car 2

$500,000-$550,000 3pm Saturday 28th February on location 11-11:30am Saturday 21st February & 2:30-3pm Saturday 28th February Traci Charles 0425 717 489 & Tonia Newling 0400 614 883 Williamstown 9397 1600

169 Douglas Parade

Bed 4 | Bath 2 | Car 3

$1,600,000 plus 11am Saturday 14th March on location 3-3:30pm Saturday 21st February & 4-4:30pm Saturday 28th February Adrian Butera 0409 099 791 & Dee Gibson 0416 091 369 Williamstown 9397 1600

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1a Kyle Road

Bed 4 | Bath 2 | Car 3

$650,000-$700,000 1pm Saturday 14th March on location 2:30-3pm Saturday 21st February & 3:15-3:45pm Saturday 28th February Colin Rich 0414 397 164 & John Galea 0405 564 669 Williamstown 9397 1600

118 North Road

Bed 4 | Bath 2 | Car 2

$700,000 plus 1pm Saturday 21st March on location 2:30-3pm Saturday 21st February & 9:45-10:15am Saturday 28th February Nathan Johnson 0410 331 032 & Dee Gibson 0416 091 369 Williamstown 9397 1600

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Set in the heart of Williamstown & designed to architectural perfection, these townhouses are due to be completed late 2015.

Each on own footprint featuring cooling, heating, SMEG appliances and intercom.

2 & 3 bedrooms.

From 125.5m2 to 173m2.

Price: Starting from $730,000 to $891,450.

We elected to present the scheme as a historical story book of the area which should be considered as contemporary historic, viewed as a valuable contribution to urban landscape .

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87-93 Stevedore Street, Williamstown

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-Mark Sinton, Miceli Oldfield Sinton Architects.

Contact: Adrian Butera P: 0409 099 791