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Welcome For many in the local property industry 2011 has been a year they’ll be happy to see the back of.

In this, our special Snapshot edition, you’ll read words like ‘challenging’ and ‘tough’ to describe the economic landscape of the year that was. It’s perhaps surprising then that many who work in property and real estate are pretty upbeat about 2012. We’ve had our f nancial annus horribilis, it seems, and now it’s time to look forward and move on. Sure, we won’t wake on January 1 to f nd an overwhelmingly buoyant property market, rapidly rising house prices, and a sudden spurt of f scal conf dence in Europe, but there is much to be hopeful for. Europe is a mess but then Asia is looking strong, all the experts reckon we are set to benef t from the state’s abundant resources and the demand for them, and closer to home, the council and developers are busy with infrastructure projects and job creation. But for me I need only look out the window at work or home, or stroll down to the beach to be given an injection of optimism, because we really do live in a beautiful part of the world. Here’s cheers to that, I say! Have a safe and happy New Year’s and we’ll see you in 2012.

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Real estate agent index

My Snapshot Jason Andrew and John Peopall

18 My Snapshot

53 Hinterland A round-up of 2011

Aaron Parker and Sally Mulhearn

6 Cover Story Jarna Baudinette takes us back

53 Day & Grimes 51 Elite Lifestyle Properties 29 First National 54 Gympie Regional Realty

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My Snapshot

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Mike Hefferan and Gail Hunter

Mike Burns

New Development

My Snapshot

A comprehensive review of new projects

30 Harcourts 52 KBR Property Sales & Management 55 Montville Real Estate

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10 Julie Ryan and Nigel Lucas

36 Belle Property

50 Mooloolaba Real Estate

55 My Snapshot John Taylor

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39 Next Property Group 26 Norm Martin Real Estate 47 RE/MAX

Market Tracker

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50 Seaside Real Estate

The latest property sales at a glance

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My Snapshot Mal Cayley and Trevor Martin

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55 Rentals

Rentals Homes to let

Auction Action Results from the latest auctions

14 My Snapshot Tim Lawless and Bevan Horsnell

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alk to anyone on the Sunshine Coast with the slightest interest in property and they’ll tell you it’s been a tough year for the local market. 2011 started with a nearby natural disaster and could still end with a European f nancial one, amid scenes a little too reminiscent of the 2008 global f nancial crisis – especially considering our housing industry is still plodding along in slow recovery.

Ever since the GFC hit we’ve been hearing about how comparatively well Australia’s economy has managed to weather the recession storm. But for locals, who seemed to be witnessing free-falling house prices and construction grinding to a halt this year, the land of milk and honey has often seemed a long way off. But was this actually the case in 2011, or were we all just getting caught up in the pessimism?

The f rst few weeks of this year were eventful, with widespread f ooding and the effects of tropical cyclone Yasi devastating much of Queensland. On the Sunshine Coast we were lucky enough to stay relatively dry, but as the majority of our state disappeared under water many local residents were left wondering what long-term impact the f oods would have on property prices.

Then in late February the RP Data-Rismark Home Value Index showed that housing activity had slowed across the country, with capital cities Australia-wide recording an average 1.6 per cent decline in values, and regional areas a 1.2 per cent decline.

It seemed as though the f oodwaters weren’t the only thing drying up – so was real estate activity.

Figures released mid-year were similarly subdued.

Data from more than 110,000 residential sales in the f rst few months of 2011 showed that housing values had continued to soften, falling an average of 2.7 per cent in the period from January to May.

However, in late August property analyst Michael Matusik used his Matusik Missive blog to point out that when translated into an actual dollar value, such drops in the median house price aren’t necessarily as bad as they seem.

“Even Brisbane, with the impact of the recent f ood weighing down its property market, has fallen just 2.6 per cent or by $11,600 since January,” Michael wrote. “The Australian share market can fall more than this in a single day.”

But when combined with a noticeable mid-year lull in the construction and property sectors, these f gures had many Sunshine Coast residents concerned about the region’s long-term economic prospects. As MPP reported in February, the f ow-on effect from local development has a huge impact on the Coast’s f nancial health, with the industry comprising nearly 20 per cent of the region’s gross domestic product.

As MPP reported, the flow-on effect from local development has a huge impact on the Coast’s financial health Many of our tradespeople were still heading south to Brisbane or west to the mines in search of regular work.

The State Government clearly agreed that a healthy building industry was crucial for the south-east region, introducing the Queensland Building Boost Grant as part of the state budget for 2011-12. Designed to “assist housing affordability, increase housing supply and support employment in the housing construction industry”, the boost offers $10,000 to help Queenslanders build or buy a new home, and up to $17,000 for f rst-home buyers to do the same, in the hope of luring wary buyers back into the market.

While industry analysts such as Michael Matusik were quick to point out the boost scheme’s f aws, and uptake has admittedly been slow, the fact remains that the government is offering cash incentives for Queenslanders who buy new property until January 31. Combined

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We can certainly take some heart from these results, which show that our market is on the mend after a very difficult year Dan Molloy, managing director REIQ

with relatively low interest rates and the most affordable prices in the local market for years, this means optimum buying conditions for those ready to make a purchase early in the new year.

In fact, in November the Real Estate Institute of Queensland released f gures suggesting the Queensland property market was making a comeback. In the September quarter residential sales were up 17 per cent compared with the June quarter, with sales under $350,000 jumping 27 per cent as buyers took advantage of affordable prices. While median house prices had again softened slightly, and “the continuing patchy economic conditions mean sales remain signif cantly below long-term historical averages” across the state, the Sunshine Coast recorded a strong growth of more than 20 per cent. REIQ managing director Dan Molloy said these numbers were good news for real estate.

“We can certainly take some heart from these results, which show that our market is on the mend after a very diff cult year,” he said.

So while it has undoubtedly been a challenging year for property, the forecast is far from doom and gloom. When MPP spoke to a number of local industry and government leaders in June they cited this year’s Off ce of Economic and Statistical Research report, which shows the Sunshine Coast remaining the forth-largest local government region in Queensland for the next 10 years, as fuel for measured optimism about our future.

In 2011 work also began on several major new development initiatives, which will bring scores of jobs to the Sunshine Coast and hopefully help the local economy to grow – and thrive – in the years to come.

One of these developments is the Coast’s new hospital precinct. The council, national developer Stockland (which owns the land) and Queensland Health have been partnering on the project since 2007, and after a lengthy and often controversial planning process soil was f nally turned at the Kawana site this year. The precinct, which Sunshine Coast Council CEO John Knaggs told MPP will be “a game changer for the Sunshine Coast,” is the largest health infrastructure project in the southern hemisphere and is set to introduce $3.5 billion into the local economy.

Situated on a 20-hectare site on the corner of Lake Kawana Boulevard and Kawana Way, the precinct will incorporate the 200-bed Ramsay

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Private Hospital, expected to open in late 2013, and the Sunshine Coast University Hospital, which will open with 450 beds in 2016 and is projected to expand to 738 beds by 2021. There will also be additional medical facilities to the tune of 20,000 square metres of commercial space and 15,000 square metres of conference space, a town centre and a transit precinct.

This means the hospital precinct will soon become the Coast’s biggest employer (with 11,000 construction jobs and 3500 health staff),

While it has been a challenging year for property, the forecast is far from doom and gloom which will have a f ow-on effect to the local property market and will be instrumental in stabilising our economy.

Other major development initiatives such as Reed Property Group’s Emporio in central Maroochydore will also start to bring life back to our property market. In March Sunshine Coast Council gave Emporio the green light, allowing construction to begin on the f rst of nine buildings, incorporating a blend of residential apartments, commercial off ce space, and hospitality and entertainment precincts. Stage one is on track for completion in March, and Chardan’s neighbouring Sunshine Cove development is also in full swing, with the f rst residents already settled in their new homes.

These developments form part of the Coast’s new principal activity centre (PAC), and the future of another key part – a 53-hectare slice of land owned by Horton Park Golf Club – was the focus of intense public debate across the f rst half of the year. The Maroochydore site has been the subject of a heated ownership struggle ever since state and council planning designated it as part of the PAC f ve years ago.

After rejecting the council’s initial offer of $39 million for the land, the club seemed in danger of ending up homeless, with the council

A QUICK GUIDE TO THE COAST’S BIGGEST DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS KAWANA HOSPITAL PRECINCT Set to be Australia’s biggest hospital precinct, it will introduce $3.5 billion into the local economy and will comprise: • The 200-bed Ramsay Private Hospital, due for completion in late 2013, and the Sunshine Coast University Hospital, set to open with 450 beds in 2016 and expand to 738 beds by 2021.

• Additional medical facilities including 20,000 square metres of commercial space and 15,000 square metres of conference space.

• A town centre with residential homes and education, entertainment and community facilities, and a transit precinct with 77,200 square metres of mixed-use space including accommodation, retailers, a tavern and more.

CALOUNDRA SOUTH The Urban Land Development Authority had its draft scheme for the Coast’s biggest greenf eld development site approved in October. On 2310 hectares, the site will be home to: • Up to 50,000 people living in approximately 20,000 dwellings by 2045.

• A number of mixed-use precincts including retail and commercial centres, expected to generate around 15,000 jobs.

MAROOCHYDORE PAC The catalyst for an estimated 10,000 jobs, the new CBD is set to include: • 150,000 square metres of new commercial f oor space and 65,000 of new retail f oor space by 2031.

• Around 4000 new homes, including mixed-use developments such as Emporio and Sunshine Cove.

• Community facilities such as a regional arts and entertainment centre, a transit plaza, regional library, public amphitheatre and civic plaza and urban open space.

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< from previous page having stated that it intended to take vacant possession by the end of the following August.

This didn’t happen, and on October 28 Sunshine Coast Council and the Horton Park Golf Club entered into the Horton Park Golf Course Resumption Agreement 2011, the key terms of which include $42 million agreed compensation to Horton Park Golf Club for the council’s acquisition of the land, the council taking ownership of the land by early 2012, and Horton Park Golf Club continuing to occupy its current site under a peppercorn rental agreement until June 30, 2014. A spokesperson from the council says this provides the “opportunity for the club to make an orderly and timely transition to a new, state-of-the-art golf facility over a period of just under three years”, and “opens the way for the council to continue planning and investing in creating the Maroochydore CBD”.

In April tensions arose at the southern end of the Coast, this time between the State Government and the council, when the stateowned Urban Land Development Authority released its 50-page draft scheme for the Coast’s biggest greenf eld development site at Caloundra South. The UDLA proposal focused on housing sustainability, affordability and accessibility, with up to 50,000 people expected to move into approximately 20,000 dwellings by 2045, and an estimated 15,000 jobs to be created across a number of mixed-use precincts incorporating retail and commercial centres.

Back in 2010 the council applied to the Supreme Court for judicial review of the decision to hand over control of the 2310-hectare site, owned by Stockland, to the ULDA. The council’s initial response to the draft scheme was dismissive, with planning councillor Russell Green saying the draft contained only “vague promises” for the area’s future. Despite this, the draft scheme was approved by the State Government in October and is currently in effect.

Sunshine Coast Council has also been making

its own plans. In July the council sent its Sunshine Coast Planning Scheme, which is the result of two years of investigations, to the State Government for review. The scheme provides new rules and conditions for all types of development on the Coast, and Russell Green told MPP it was designed to clarify the process, def ning “preferred land use and building outcomes and types of applications, the processes to go through, [and] the constraints or other elements associated with that land”. The scheme is being presented to the community for public input before it is off cially adopted.

Infrastructure projects have an important role in the growth of property pricess When that happens, it will be consulted for new development in areas like Palmview, which at 926 hectares is the region’s second biggest greenf eld site. In late 2010 the council’s structure plan guaranteed $600 million worth of infrastructure, with the area intended to house more than 17,000 people by around 2025.

Investa Property Group has an approved plan of development with the council to start processing the f rst 850 of an anticipated 8000 applications for new residential housing lots.

On November 1, while most of the nation was trying to f gure out which horse had won the Melbourne Cup, many home owners were also awaiting an announcement from the Reserve Bank of Australia, which was tipped to alter interest rates for the f rst time this year. The cash rate had remained unchanged at 4.75 per cent for 12 months but in November it was

lowered by 25 basis points to 4.5 per cent, and again in December to 4.25 per cent, marking the f rst consecutive month-to-month drop since early 2008.

The move was welcomed by home owners and industry groups, with the REIQ saying a reduction “will ease the burden on home owners and prospective property buyers slightly”. The institute also called on lenders to pass on the savings, and for the RBA to take further action in the new year.

The f rst demand has already been met, with the major lenders choosing to pass on the full reduction to consumers, but we’ll have to wait until February to see what the RBA does next.

On the whole, predictions for 2012 have been cautiously optimistic, and with local and state government elections slated for next year it’s certain there’ll be change in the air.

If the Coast’s healthy list of ongoing developments is anything to go by, there’ll also be construction cranes in the air, and REIQ chair Pamela Bennett says this new infrastructure could be key to improving our market situation.

“Infrastructure projects also have an important role in the growth of property prices,” she says, adding that “improved infrastructure provides improved services for local residents” and “plays a key role in creating local and regional employment opportunities.”

Projects such as the hospital precinct and Caloundra South are set to do just that, and so anyone on the Sunshine Coast with the slightest interest in property can hopefully look forward to a brighter 2012. Watch this space.

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Get it right A property expert offers some timely advice on how to buy and sell in 2012.

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here are two key questions to consider as we say goodbye to 2011 – what is the market doing and what do we do about what the market is doing.

My summary is that the market is moving again, but prices aren’t. We have been in what is politely termed a ‘correcting market’ for some time and that creates a number of challenges for participants. In particular, this has been a long, slow grinding pull-back compared with the shock of a sudden fall in markets such as the US. Just one of the many challenges of this type of market is that it is diff cult to read the signs (unless you know where to look) and therefore sellers can easily make strategic errors.

So how should buyers be thinking? Buyers entering the market now are likely to be purchasing at or very close to the bottom of the market and as most of us buy for ‘life stage’ reasons, such as an increase or decrease in family size, my suggestion is to just do it now as you will be able to buy well and enjoy the benef ts of owning a property that is right for you. Once the new hospital building program really starts to power up there will be increasing demand in the local market that will mean prices will stabilise then begin to rise.

There are three key things sellers need to do to achieve an optimum result – maximise the appeal of their property, create some energy in the process, and price to appeal to the market.

A professionally staged property is usually an excellent investment but if time and resources are limited focus on the external appeal as if you can’t tempt buyers to enter the property you have little chance of selling it to them.

Buyers usually see promotion for your property

before they see your property, which means taking the trouble to have professional photography and well-written ad material. You then need to expose your property to the market, which means investing in marketing. Buyers see a lot of over-priced properties and are often frustrated in their dealings with sellers who are not willing to meet the market. This means that buyers try to weed out these properties from their search as they know it is likely to end in expense, frustration and disappointment. On the other hand, newto-market properties and those engaged in a serious campaign to sell are seen as being the serious sellers.

If you haven’t considered going to auction before, now is the time to take another look. An auction program adds energy as it gives a timeline to the process and that means buyers understand they need to respond in a timely manner or risk missing out. Even in the current conditions well-run auction properties are attracting more than one buyer. Any time this occurs, a result everyone can be satisf ed with is highly likely.

An auction collapses the time frame required for a sale and everyone (buyer, seller and agent) invests more energy in a timely way. With an auction the seller avoids the risk of overpricing, as no price needs to be disclosed until auction day.

Savvy sellers take the time during the process to listen carefully to feedback from the market so they can make an informed decision promptly, when a buyer or buyers are found, whether that is before, during or after auction day.

In the auction process interested buyers get to focus on the property rather than the price and they usually understand they can’t sit on their hands or they quickly learn they will miss out. Any

If a property is priced too high sellers end up chasing the market down

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N IG E L LUCA S Mooloolaba Real Estate

ow would I describe the property market in 2011?

A blood bath comes to mind. I have spoken with many agents within our organisation from both off ces – many members of this great team have sales experience of between 15 and 65 years – and they have all commented that the past 12 months has been the most challenging of their careers.

That said, when the market gets tough the tough get going. In these turbulent times we have had to explore different sales strategies including swaps and sales with a sunset clause.

One example of an innovative sale was reported in The Courier Mail as the largest sale on the Sunshine Coast for 2010 (settled in 2011). Col Roper represented the buyer for 28 Mooloolah Drive, Mooloolah Island, which sold as

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J U L IE RYA N time you have the right buyers focused on the property rather than the price you are much more likely to end up with a great result.

The right pricing strategy can be the difference not only between a sale and no sale but it can have a dramatic impact on the price achieved. In a rising market, pricing is relatively easy as the market moves up to meet sellers expectations, usually in a reasonable time. In a correcting market, if a property is priced too high sellers end up chasing the market down with a series of price corrections over time. It is usual that this price is substantially below what could have been achieved if the seller had priced in such a way as to gain the attention of the market early on. This is an expensive lesson if you have to learn it the hard way. Buyers respond best to either a price that represents clear value for money or, in the case where there is no price, a timeline has been added (as in auction or tender).

As a seller, how do you have enough knowledge of pricing to make sure you are getting it right?

Clearly, choosing a good agent is vital, but I also encourage sellers to obtain from the agent a list of relevant recent sales then do a drive around and look at those properties and visit the open homes of other sellers and auctions to keep a keen eye on what is happening.

It’s your money you are protecting by being informed and savvy in your approach.

Julie Ryan is leader in real estate marketing and a sought-after advisor

a swap for mid $5 million with unit 901 in Oceans, which sold as a swap in the $2 million range.

But coming to the end of 2011, it’s not all doom and gloom. We have seen two rate decreases and a depressed stock market. Buyer interest has increased substantially in November and December with a number of key sales being concluded. Activity has been spread around houses in the $300,000 to $450,000 range, to investment units closer to the $200,000 mark and some high-end sales in Sirocco Resort.

Looking forward to next year, I f rmly believe that we have turned the corner. Values have come down to affordable levels and there are plenty of buyers ready to come into the market. Don’t expect huge gains next year, but slow and steady wins the race. www.mypropertypreview.com.au

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The lead-up to Christmas has been very strong with buyers coming back to the market

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011 was a steady year at best, with approximately 35 waterfront sales compared with 31 the year before and 53 sales for 2009, which is a long way off the heady days of 2002 when there were 73 sales recorded. The majority of waterfront sales (60 per cent) have been done between Mark Unkel and ourselves with the rest broken up between 14 other agents on the Coast. This is due to our specialty of concentrating on this unique real estate market.

The lead-up to Christmas has been very strong with cashed-up buyers coming back to the market with eight sales since November and possibly a few more in the next week or so. Half the buyers this year were Sunshine Coast locals trading up or buying an investment. Then it seems to be split between Brisbane and Melbourne buyers plus a couple of sales from South Australia. There has also been a sprinkling of expats getting a foot in the door for when they return from overseas.

The buyers today are looking for value and don’t want to pay too much. They have never had so much information at their f ngertips – it is now common to see buyers on their phones in front of properties getting the latest information on the history of the property.

2012 will be much the same as this year, but get ready to take off in 2013 and beyond. With so much coming out of the ground on the Coast, we will have a major boom, like the one we had from 1999 to 2003 when Mooloolaba was on everyone’s lips. This time it will be Kawana that they will be talking about with the $2.3 billion hospital leading the way. People just can’t fathom the magnitude of this explosion of capital works, which will generate more than $350 million for our economy year in year out and is totally recession proof. Builders and doctors are already buying on the water, so if you are thinking about doing the same, now might be the time to jump in before the next wave hits the Coast – you don’t want to be saying “if only”.

Here’s to a great future on the waterfront!

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Eye on the sky Queensland is set to benef t from increased demand for our resources.

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he perfect storm is coming. And the best thing is it’s not a negative storm like the multiple disasters that hit our shores and those of our pacif c neighbours early this year, but is a positive storm based on the changes in the global economy that are having a massive effect on Australia and, in particular, our state. The set of factors that are brewing make this one perfect storm we should embrace.

Like all storms this one begins in the upper atmosphere. To understand the change at a local level we have to understand the signif cant and unprecedented change in the global space. There has been much focus on the challenges in Europe and the US, but these markets are becoming much less important to our economy, while the rise of the internal demand in China and India will continue to increase the demand for our resources.

This is driven by 1.2 billion people improving their standard of living and it is happening right across Asia, but especially in China and India, the world’s two most populous countries.

It is also a journey that will take many years and decades, and this means that Australia, a country that has the world’s largest (or at least top f ve largest) deposits for these resources, and is right on their doorstep, is well positioned to

Property has proven to be a great safety net against volatile times benef t. To put this in perspective, the current investment in the mining sector as a percentage of GDP is running at 16.6 per cent, up from 10 per cent in less than a year, and still heading north. The highest previous peak was around three per cent.

Of course the state positioned best to benef t from this resource demand is Queensland because it has the most diverse resource projects and the most regionalised (dispersed) population of any other state. These projects create signif cant job opportunities spread across multiple locations relatively close to population centres, positioning Queensland well ahead of the other states.

The demand for highly desirable lifestyle areas and employment opportunities is what has attracted people to Queensland and it’s this increasing demand, combined with other key factors, where the perfect storm for property hits the ground.

The other key that will drive change in the property market in 2012 is the growth of selfmanaged super funds (SMSF). More and more people are seeing their super stagnate or decline with current market volatility and the fees. With the capacity to purchase property in super – and the fact property has proven to be a great safety

MAL CAYL EY net against volatile times – many are taking control of their own future. The higher rental returns will make this an even more attractive option in 2012.

In 2010 we expected a fairly benign 2011 even before the disasters of the storm season, earthquakes in New Zealand and Japan and the ongoing crisis in Europe. On the Sunshine Coast we have fared very well by comparison to SouthEast Queensland and with billions of dollars being invested into the Coast over the next f ve years (the catalyst being the university hospital) in addition to the changes in the global, Australian and state economies, we expect 2012, particularly the latter half, to bring a much improved picture to the local property market.

This is a storm to enjoy.

Mal Cayley is the director and head of research and acquisitions at Investor Property Value of advanced projects (in 2011-12 dollars)

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Time to buy It’s been a tough few years but the worst may be over for the Coast market.

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he Sunshine Coast housing market is yet to stage any recovery with house and unit prices currently 14 per cent lower than their peak and transaction volumes back at GFC levels. The local market has been a relatively weak performer since the start of 2008. Despite a modest rise in median house and unit prices during 2009, prices are now back at levels last seen in March 2007.

Both median house and unit prices have fallen by about 14 per cent since reaching a recent peak back in February 2010.

The rate of vendor discounting (the median difference between the original listing price of a home and the ultimate selling price) has been worsening. Based on our estimates for October, the typical Sunshine Coast vendor is cutting about 10.7 per cent off the initial asking price in order to make a sale.

Back in 2007 when market conditions were much healthier, the level of vendor discounting was recorded as low as 4.4 per cent. The high rate of discounting suggests that a price gap still exists between what a buyer is willing to pay and what a vendor is willing to accept.

With larger discounts being applied to the listing price, we are also seeing properties taking a longer time to sell. The median selling time for a Sunshine Coast house is 98 days, which is the

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longest selling time on record.

While there doesn’t seem to be any evidence of market conditions improving just yet, it does seem that conditions may be levelling.

Transaction volumes have levelled at around 550 sales a month, which is about 40 per cent below the decade average number of sales. The number of homes being advertised for sale has also shown a reduction, down about eight per cent between the recent April peak in listings and October.

Looking forward, we don’t expect the Sunshine Coast housing market to show an upwards bounce in housing prices any time soon, however, it would appear as if the worst is potentially behind the market. For prospective buyers there has been a substantial improvement in housing affordability on the Sunshine Coast, a fact which, together with lower interest rates, will eventually start to encourage an improvement in market conditions particularly amongst f rst-time buyers.

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hile the Coast has seen some residential heartache over the past 12 months from a property perspective, the sky hasn’t fallen and wouldn’t appear likely to in 2012.

It merely reinforces the fact that property, like any market, works in cycles, and this year it was the buyers’ turn to f ex their muscle and exert some pressure. With volumes down and average days on market up, buyers have been able to take their time and choose property that offers them the best value for money.

Median prices across the Coast dipped as far as 6.5 per cent in the early months, but rebounded to remain around f ve per cent lower as the year closes. This can be attributed to a raft of reasons, but in the end comes back to the cyclical nature of the market, with minor market

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corrections a given after more prosperous times.

If we are not already at the bottom of the market, it would appear within reach and 2012 will likely see a return to relative stability in median prices and an increase in volume. First-home buyers love the interest rate cuts and are f nally entering the market after what feels like a long layoff. Household income is recently quoted as outstripping inf ation, and with household savings at their highest levels since the mid ’80s, there are def nitely some who see it as a great time to invest. A prosperous resources sector should take a bow, particularly for our Queensland markets.

And just remember, we live in the most beautiful place in Australia, so what person in their right mind wouldn’t want to live here? www.mypropertypreview.com.au

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Source of enquiry has shifted from overseas and the southern states to local buyers

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ot all employment sectors have surplus cash f ow for employees to consider investment opportunities.

Those that have, such as workers in the mining industries, are in the box seat to take advantage of a buyer’s market and some very competitive interest rates. The recent interest rate cut will help stimulate activity and conf dence and aid in increasing borrowing capacity. Talk to a mortgage broker who has a range of loan products from 20 to 30 lenders and generally knows where to source the best deals.

In 2011 the property market consisted of f nancially cautious buyers. There are as many buyers circulating in the market as there are in any type of market, but the decision to settle on a particular property is taking longer and with considerably more research and consideration. The sellers who have been successful in realising a sale have been governed by motivation and acceptance of current market price.

Empty nesters and retirees have opted for lifestyle more than the previous practice of investing the bulk of their life savings in one residence. They appear to be choosing to downsize and have surplus funds to enjoy the freedom of travel and an uncomplicated lifestyle. The young families have opted to purchase in a more affordable price range in well-positioned areas and renovate as time and funds permit.

Source of enquiry has shifted from overseas and the southern states to more local buyers. After studying trends, these buyers are selecting areas of the Sunshine Coast they feel will accommodate their needs with infrastructure and potential future growth.

Some areas have experienced a shift in property values. These price adjustments have caused great concern but history shows property values cycle upwards again.

Investment markets move in cycles. The movement and timing of these cycles is the unknown factor. However, preparation is the key, and real estate agents need to be fully prepared for the next phase. Perseverance and diligence now should hold us in good stead for the future.

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Reality check In a tough market the auction process comes into its own.

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o describe 2011 as anything other than challenging for the Sunshine Coast property market would be farcical. It was a tough year where many vendors who were serious about selling had to face up to the reality that their price expectations were just too high, some by 30 per cent or even more.

For much of the year buyers were nervous, spooked by conf icting reports over interest rates and concerned about the ongoing f nancial crisis in Europe. The strength of the Australian dollar signif cantly reduced international investor activity, a loss which has gradually been balanced out by increasing numbers of interstate and Brisbane buyers attracted by heavy discounting. With interest rates now on the way down, buyers are beginning to see real opportunity at current prices and are more willing to act, albeit still cautiously.

Auctions have become even more relevant this year. In a falling market, determining current market value is more diff cult – even sales of comparable properties that date back a couple of months may be out of date. If a property is marketed via private treaty and the asking price is too high, buyers will avoid the property like poison. With no clear time frame or sale process, the property quickly becomes stale.

Conversely, marketing via auction without a price attracts every possible buyer. With a set time frame and clear process, all parties know what to expect and when. Throughout the campaign, feedback from the buyers helps the vendor understand the likely price range. On auction day, all parties come together in a transparent way, where the seller has the opportunity to decide if they are prepared to sell for the highest price any buyer is prepared to pay. It couldn’t be simpler.

Of course, success relies on having a good auction agent using a professional auctioneer.

The statistics tell the story – our team provides the auctioneer for almost one in f ve auctions across South-East Queensland, but we are the

JA S O N AND REW auctioneers of one in three properties that sell under the hammer. The agents we work with are more successful in achieving a sale than the general market.

Although plenty of commentators will make predictions, we prefer not to. Particularly in the current market, it’s akin to crystal-ball gazing.

There are opportunities to prof t regardless of the state of the market. For buyers, each property should be considered on its own merit and perhaps the important thing to consider is how long they intend to hold it for. Property investment is a long-term strategy.

For sellers, it’s important to consider why they’re selling – if it’s to buy back in, they have the opportunity to prof t from the changeover. If they have another compelling reason to sell, they need to realise prices generally go down, not up, the longer a property is on the market. The value of a property is what someone is prepared to pay for it today, not what it was worth a year ago. Buyers are making decisions based on value, not emotion, and no property, no matter how special it is, escapes that harsh reality in today’s environment.

Jason Andrew is an award-winning auctioneer

QUARTER AT A GLANCE September Total auctions Total sold Clearance percentage Registrations Active bidders Registered per auction Active bidding percentage

November 187 82 43.85 180 117 0.96 65

Total auctions Total sold Clearance percentage Registrations Active bidders Registered per auction Active bidding percentage

211 77 36.49 204 138 0.97 67.65

Total auctions Total sold Clearance percentage Registrations Active bidders Registered per auction Active bidding percentage

October Total auctions Total sold Clearance percentage Registrations Active bidders Registered per auction Active bidding percentage

166 65 39.16 178 106 1.07 59.55

Quarter Total 564 224 39.72 562 361 1 64.23

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he commercial property market on the Sunshine Coast in 2011 started off with high hopes of putting the tumultuous end of 2010 behind it. Unfortunately, that didn’t happen. The same conditions that prevailed in 2010, namely tight f nance, low buyer interest, low conf dence levels and stubborn vendors seemed to get worse as 2011 progressed, with the exception of an increase in buyer interest towards the beginning of the third quarter and the welcome reduction in the cash rate by the Reserve Bank on Melbourne Cup Day. Just how effective the interest rate decrease is going to be in stimulating buyer interest remains to be seen, particularly if the banks don’t pass on the full decrease for commercial lending products.

Commercial property investment is about balancing the risk against the return and many factors come into play, not least being the vendor’s desire for a good price. Many vendors held out too long in the hope of achieving a high price despite the lack of buyer interest. The result was a sale at a lower price with longer holding costs and sometimes higher agent costs, not to mention the frustration.

If a property was not tenanted, and the vendor was attempting to achieve 2007-2009 prices, the likelihood of selling in the 2011 market was almost nil. If the property was tenanted, there was a better chance but it had to be a good long-term lease. Buyers just weren’t prepared to take the risk, even if the property looked like a good investment, unless the return more than compensated them for the investment capital (and the pain of getting it) they were required to invest.

There were a number of trends that emerged

throughout the year. The f rst was the decrease in development activity. Anyone travelling on Maroochy Boulevard at the moment may wonder at this statement but that is the exception to the rule. And it is being undertaken by large development companies. The smaller developers saw great risk in the market and have stayed out of it. Commercial management companies that in the past were active buying land and then building and leasing premises for clients are now primarily concentrating on the leasing market with the odd sale here and there. There may be a turnaround in 2012 in this smaller development activity but it’s unlikely until at least the second or third quarter. Much will depend on the continuing uncertainty economically and the state of the interest rate environment. The current turmoil in Europe will also spread to Australia due to the cost of funds increasing for our banks, which will force banks to keep interest rates high and resist downward movements. It’s highly likely that banks will start operating independently of decisions by the RBA. This will affect those with current holdings and will create greater uncertainty for potential investors.

The other major trend to occur was the increase in purchasing and leasing of retail premises. At the beginning of the year, industrial activity dominated and most industrial sales and leases were struck in the f rst two quarters. From the second quarter onwards, retail took over.

This was surprising given the lacklustre retail environment being experienced in other parts of the state and country. This could possibly be due to the elevation of Maroochydore as a principal activity centre and the resultant conf dence that business sees for the potential of the area in the

2012 is probably going to favour the purchaser again, at least in the first half

The market did start to move in a positive direction from October this year

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he 2011 market in Caloundra has been one to remember. Starting out the year with the state being affected by the f oods, we were in a similar position to other markets with people retreating away from property to see what would happen.

While volumes were well down on previous years, buyers were spending more time in their transactions as there was a lot more stock on the market. Buyers tended to be attracted to an area and then set about f nding the best home for their budget in that area. In previous times we have seen buyers willing to move further out from their original destination to other parts of the Sunshine Coast.

AARON PARK ER future. Despite the increase in retail activity, however, sales were well down on 2010. Another trend to emerge was the increase in mortgagee in possession and receiver sales. This was an unfortunate consequence of the prevailing market and f nancial conditions and played a contributing part in pushing prices down across the board.

2012 is probably going to favour the purchaser again, at least in the f rst half, with prices remaining subdued and time on their side. They will be able to spend time in negotiation and research giving them the potential to pick up properties at good prices. The danger for the investor is ensuring the property has an existing tenant on a long-term lease. The dangers for the owner-occupier are the overall market conditions and whether their own business is sustainable enough to warrant a purchase. For those that are, there will some great buying opportunities.

For vendors, the same applies. That is, ensure a good long-term tenant is in place and price the property to sell to affect a quick and painless sale, or conversely ensure the property is attractive enough both aesthetically and price wise to attract owner-occupiers. Vendors who have to sell to cover loan positions or those that need to revalue portfolios may not appreciate the f rst half of 2012.

It will be imperative to listen to the advice of both agents and valuers and not hold on to any erroneous perceptions of price and value.

Aaron Parker is from Propell National Valuers

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On a good note the market did start to move in a positive direction from October this year. We have seen buyer numbers start to increase at our open homes and more enquiry on each property in all segments. They great aspect about people buying at this time of the cycle is that they can stand to acquire higher capital gains in the future. www.mypropertypreview.com.au

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And life goes on It’s more important than ever to take a long-term view of the market.

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012 is going to be a quiet year for property but that is no reason to panic or make rash decisions.

Any property investment – from the smallest home to the largest building – has to be seen as a long-term one, well beyond the day-to-day volatility of the f nancial markets.

The basic offer for residential property remains sound. The Sunshine Coast is an excellent place to live and even though inward migration has slowed, it is still a destination and lifestyle of choice for many.

Further there is not signif cant oversupply of housing in the region that would be the catalyst to widespread falls in value.

That is not to say that, like any other commodity, the price of housing cannot go down as well as up. However, the nature of housing is such that it is fundamental to every individual and every family and, though there may be short-term ups and downs, there is always an

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The Reserve Bank will attempt to cushion the blow the best it can by further easing Australian monetary policy cy too high and they are rapidly paying off debt. It’s a prudent strategy but does little for economic activity.

But life goes on – we all have needs from time to time to buy, sell, rent, and invest in residential property and as that need arises, there is no need to procrastinate.

In a good or a bad market, always be careful to thoroughly investigate any proposed purchase and seek professional advice.

In such markets also, property investments should be based much

t was 10 years ago to the month when the off-the-plan apartment market was so hot that if you didn’t buy today, it would be gone tomorrow! There were no developer incentives, no building boost grants – the price was the price.

Will those times return in 2012? I think not. However, one thing is certain, investors are returning to the market.

Two consecutive interest rate reductions with more predicted, and a realisation and acceptance that we appear to have seen the worst, is causing buyers to return with renewed conf dence.

For years we have been relying on lifestyle to bring people to the Sunshine Coast. Now we f nally have the infrastructure and jobs coming.

The Harvey Norman/Domayne megastore on Maroochy Boulevard will reportedly be the largest in the country.

The new Kawana hospital precinct is the largest project of its kind in Australia and will employ thousands of medical professionals and reportedly account for one quarter of the Coast’s economy.

Our education facilities will also draw people to the Coast, with our university about to undergo a $24 million expansion which will increase student numbers from 8000 to 12,000 by 2015. In addition, a new 5000 student

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underlying market demand.

House prices in many areas will probably ease further into the forthcoming year but there are many sound reasons why major decline in house prices is highly unlikely.

All of this does not imply that we are in for an easy year.

Financial problems in Europe are a very long way away geographically, but f nancially, they are as close as your local bank. Banks acquire much of their loan funding (for example for house mortgages) from the international market and the loss of conf dence globally, as a result of f nancial calamities in Europe, will put upward pressure on our interest rates.

Nevertheless, the Reserve Bank of Australia will attempt to cushion the blow the best it can by further easing Australian monetary policy in at least the f rst half of the year.

At the same time, however, Australian households realise that their debt levels are in many cases

M IK E HEFF ERA N more on reliable income streams than the opportunistic capital growth that might have been available some years ago.

Given that capital values are unlikely to rise substantially in the near future, that long-term view to investment is even more important.

Professor Mike Hefferan is Pro Vice-Chancellor (Engagement) and Professor of Property and Development at the University of the Sunshine Coast

TAFE campus will be built at Birtinya adjacent to the new hospital precinct.

The demand for housing to accommodate construction workers and then permanent hospital staff will bring the single most signif cant housing stimulus the Sunshine Coast has ever seen, and many of these will choose apartments over houses.

For those who seek a waterfront location, the cost of an apartment is often less than a bare block of land. For investors, apartments are an affordable, low-maintenance option and often come with an onsite manager who keeps a daily eye on the investment.

Perception plays a major part in reality. We live in, undeniably, the best place in Australia (if not the world). If we all embrace the place we have chosen to live in and ‘talk it up’ we’ll help speed up the Sunshine Coast property cycle.

When buying an apartment it is important to select location, location, location, preferably waterfront close to transport and infrastructure. And remember that body corporate levies also cover insurance and are a savings plan for future maintenance and repairs.

Apartments will continue to be a good long-term investment. Those apartments I sold 10 years ago are today worth far more than their original purchase price.

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Maroochydore has her crown The skyline in the heart of the Sunshine Coast is changing, and Sunshine Cove is at the centre of it all.

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very great city deserves a landmark entrance. And Maroochydore now has hers.

From the rise of the Maroochy Boulevard, visitors and locals are now greeted by the picturesque sweeping vistas of Sunshine Cove’s lake. Maroochydore’s skyline has never looked more dynamic with Sunshine Cove, Emporio and Harvey Norman all changing the face of the suburb.

2011 has been a year of both new beginnings and completion.

We have seen the largest and most concentrated construction period ever witnessed in our coastal city. We have embraced a new residential community and business district that is the revitalised heart of Maroochydore’s CBD. Extending over 106 hectares and right in the middle of it all, Sunshine Cove is moving ever

closer to its completion, where more than 700 individual freehold land allotments will eventually become homes. Complemented by parklands, large recreational spaces and nearly eight kilometres of walking tracks, bike paths and boardwalks, Sunshine Cove is emerging as an exciting urban hub.

Take a stroll along the newly

completed Sarina Precinct boardwalk or visit one of the Moreton Precinct display homes and you’ll gain an appreciation for the quality and innovation this unique development is achieving.

Allotments are still available from $214,000 (with waterfront from $248,750), while completed house and land packages are from

$505,000. It is little wonder Sunshine Cove has attracted so many families and investors.

There are still limited opportunities for people to secure their preferred block, with about 10 waterfront and an array of ‘dry’ allotments still available.

The developers of Sunshine Cove expect to commence development of additional community facilities including a stunning one-hectare parkland, featuring barbecues, covered jetties, playgrounds, toilets and green spaces for the entire community.

Over the next f ve to seven years the Sunshine Cove community will emerge as the Sunshine Coast’s most signif cant urban development.

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Pandanus takes root Pacif c Harbour is about to get its f rst multiple-dwelling development with a new range of villas.

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he start of construction of the Pandanus display villa at Pacif c Harbour has just been announced.

“Pandanus is the f rst community-title precinct at Pacif c Harbour,” said Pacif c Harbour sales manager Annette Mengel. “Villas 9, 10 and 11 will launch the f rst stage of the development, with number 9 as a display unit,” she says. “So there is a lease-back opportunity here.”

The villas are close to the Pacif c Harbour Marina Village, within walking distance of the cafes and retail planned for the boardwalk.

“The feedback from our sales consultants shows that there is a strong group of buyers seeking a low-maintenance lifestyle in a resort setting,” adds Annette. “They want a property that is a short walk to hospitality and entertainment, as well as the beach.”

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Priced from a reasonable $477,000, Pandanus will also appeal to those hoping for a sea change but believe a coastal home is out of f nancial reach.

Pandanus Villas marks a new phase for Pacif c Harbour, after 10 years of focus on land and house and land packages. The 12 Pandanus villas are currently the only multiple-dwelling development in Pacif c Harbour, and were designed by Gold Coast architect Nathan Quartermaine from Burling Brown Architects to ref ect the sub-tropical coastal style so popular on the island.

Nathan describes the design as having a “contemporary coastal vernacular”.

“This style has a retro twist that echoes the beach homes of the ’50s with skillion roofs and weatherboard touches,” he says.

The homes will feature the washed-out beach tones ref ecting the driftwood, sand, pebble and soft greens of coastal vegetation.

Building materials will include weatherboard, render and glass.

“The main design challenge here was to ensure that owners would not be looking into each others’ villas,” says Nathan.

The architect also incorporated a relatively new design concept, the ‘activation of public areas’ into

Pandanus. This idea integrates space, such as parks, reserves or beaches, into design, reducing the need for communal property.

The villas each have three bedrooms and two bathrooms with nine design options. Some have master bedrooms suites on the ground f oor, some have direct street frontage and all have private rear courtyards.

For more information head to www.pacif charbour.com.au.

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Bells Reach offers exceptional value in Caloundra.

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ith construction of stage one of the Emporio development well underway and tenants just months away from moving into the f rst true mixed-use development in Maroochydore, Reed Property Group has appointed agents from Savills and Colliers International as the marketers of Emporio’s retail and commercial premises.

Emporio’s initial stage one offering is set to deliver more than 1250 square meters of retail space, creating a vibrant blend of waterfront outdoor dining and a mix of traditional fresh food market-style outlets. There will also be more than 2200 square metres of A-grade commercial off ce space.

Savills Sunshine Coast divisional director Dustin Welch says the response the development has

already received from commercial enquiries had been impressive.

“Currently, the vacancy rate in Maroochydore is around the f ve per cent mark, which is very tight for commercial markets,” Dustin says. “Following the GFC, there was a tightening of supply of new off ce space, though demand has remained strong in the Maroochydore area, so it’s not surprising businesses are jumping at the opportunity to secure the new stock now it is becoming available.

“The Emporio commercial premises also offer one of the largest contiguous f oor sizes on the Sunshine Coast, which is proving to be a strong drawcard.”

Expressions of interest in Emporio’s retail and commercial space are now being sought.

For more information visit www.emporio.net.au or call 5313 7519 or 5457 8822.

ozens of potential home buyers have expressed interest in Bells Reach, a new affordable residential community at Caloundra.

The new Stockland community will feature around 700 homes with a diverse range of living options, plus a village centre with retail, and three large parks.

Bells Reach represents an exciting opportunity for families to move into brand-new homes in a great location at a price point not seen on the Coast for many years.

Land prices will start at only $139,500, while complete home and land packages will be available for around $300,000.

Stockland’s Ben Simpson welcomed the early interest in the community and says construction of Bells Reach is already well advanced. “We have been delighted with the amount of inquiries we

have received since calling for registrations of interest in this exciting new community,’’ Ben says.

“Bells Reach is the f rst step in the creation of the broader Caloundra South community, which will set a new benchmark for sustainable living and affordable housing on the Coast.

“From innovative terrace homes to spacious family blocks, Bells Reach will offer something for everyone. Families are especially well catered for with Unity College and the new Bambini early childhood centre right next door and other educational facilities only a short drive away.

Ben adds, “I would urge anyone interested in living at this great new community to contact us right now for a block that best suits your needs.’’

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Invest in a healthy future Located close to Kawana’s exciting hospital precinct is Birtinya’s stylish waterfront development.

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ant a waterfront pad for one, perhaps a cosy sanctuary for you and your perfect partner, or a place to share with friends?

Located in Birtinya – which is fast becoming a vibrant community with lifestyle opportunities and investment potential in abundance – Saltwater consists of 78 oneand two-bedroom waterfront apartments and two three-bedroom townhouses. One of the Coast’s new growth areas, Birtinya offers waterfront living with an beachside vibe and is 15 minutes from either Caloundra or Maroochydore.

Hit the beach, lounge by the pool, get the gang together for a casual barbecue or kick back in landscaped surrounds. And that’s before you’ve even left the grounds.

Prices start from $340,000

and the Saltwater homes are NBN (National Broadband Network) ready, so the new address is poised to be cool, contemporary and connected.

As a new development, buyers have the opportunity to take advantage of up to $17,000 in government assistance. The Queensland Building Boost is

a $10,000 one-off grant available to all buyers of off-the-plan apartments, and if you’re a f rst-time home buyer you can double dip, with the First Home Owner Grant of $7000.

Saltwater is a portal to an enviable waterfront lifestyle, and a savvy investment with great potential for capital growth. Over

the next few years this coastal hub is set to explode with a new town centre, major upgrades to transport infrastructure, a new TAFE campus, kilometres of cycling tracks and acres of parkland.

The community is a 10-minute walk from Bokarina Beach and less than a kilometre from the Kawana hospital precinct, which will inject $3.5 billion into the local economy.

No doubt Saltwater homes will be hugely attractive to health professionals and the thousands of other workers the precinct will employ. And with the new town centre, there’ll be shopping, waterfront dining and cinemas right on the doorstep.

From future tenants to future buyers, the surrounding area is a hotbed of investment potential.

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Sea change is a smart investment Just eight house-sized apartments remain for sale in the White Shells complex by Marcoola Beach.

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pgrading to a beachfront lifestyle doesn’t necessarily mean downsizing, with home-sized apartments at White Shells providing plenty of space in an unbeatable location.

Perfectly positioned and never to be built out, White Shells is an intimate complex of just 48 two- and three-bedroom apartments at Marcoola Beach.

These superior apartments feature high-quality f nishes including stone benchtops, ducted air-conditioning and European appliances, and some boast private roof terraces or courtyards with heated plunge pools. All residents have access to a rooftop terrace, with two spas, a large pool and stunning views of the ocean and hinterland.

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“This is an incomparable opportunity to enjoy Australia’s dream lifestyle, living just moments from the beach, with everything you need on your doorstep, in a spacious, quality home,” says Terry Taylor, the Sunshine Coast salesperson at Which Property.

“Many apartments have been purchased now as an investment with the intention of making this the purchasers’ future place of residence. The superior quality of f nishes and beachfront location make White Shells an obvious choice,” Terry adds.

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A new school, child-care centre, shopping centre, tavern and neighbourhood parklands are some of the planned facilities that will service the 6000 new residents who are expected to call Brightwater home in the coming years. Add to that a large man-made lake due for completion in mid 2012, and Brightwater has an ocean, river and lake on its doorstep.

Each of the 56 townhouses on offer in stage one of Aspect North is f tted out so buyers and investors can realise the benef ts of their purchase straight away.

The properties are fully landscaped and ready to move into, including all f xtures and f ttings such as fully ducted

air-conditioning, stone benchtops, dishwashers, carpets, security screens and curtains.

Local property expert Michael Knights says the fact that more than 40 per cent of the project had been sold so soon after the start of construction is a good indication of the value buyers see in the threeand four-bedroom homes.

“The take-up of the Aspect North development has been exceptional, but when you look at what’s on offer for the price, it’s really no surprise,” Michael says.

“These are house-sized town homes with large courtyards up to 200 square metres starting at $369,000.

“On top of that, they’re pet friendly, the outgoings are really low, there is a centralised pool and barbecue area and there is onsite management so security and liveability will be maximised.

Visit www.aspectnorth.com.au for more information.

omes in The Heights in Nambour are now being sold at well below replacement cost. The homes feature double lock-up garages on blocks that range from 753 to 1005 square metres.

Only minutes from town with all amenities including the hospital, schools, major shopping and golf course, The Heights is also just 15 minutes from beaches. The proximity to these amenities, especially the hospital, is a great incentive for investors.

These new homes by GJ Gardner display the quality and value you would expect from one of the Coast’s best builders.

With the three homes ranging in price from $339,500 to $349,900, they are among the best value on the Coast, with four bedrooms, two

bathrooms and open-plan living.

The dining and family areas lead onto the alfresco area to provide a strong connection to the external environment.

Despite the price, the builder has not sacrif ced on quality with superior inclusions that you wouldn’t f nd in many other homes. And if you buy before January 31 you will also qualify for the $10,000 government Building Boost along with the First Home Owner Grant if applicable.

For more information call Lee Sutherland on 0417 077 847.

Peace appeals

Built with passion

Location is the key for homes in Forest Pines.

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eveloper Will Wilson is a passionate man. “I have a passion for doing things right and I have a passion for minimising my cost to the earth,” says the award-winning builder.

“These two things together mean that the Wollomai townhouses will be stylish, easy living and will not cost the earth to run.”

Wollomai consists of nine townhouses in Maroochydore. The boutique development is pet friendly and each of the two- and three-bedroom designs feature a separate upstairs multipurpose area, private courtyards, ample storage and lock-up garages.

Careful choices have been made about the materials used for all external walls so that ongoing maintenance is kept to a minimum.

The external lights are all solar and the external rendered walls are a foam substrate so they will not transmit heat. The homes are

n stage one of Forest Pines at Forest Glen, just 10 minutes from Maroochydore, 69 blocks have been released and reduced in price to make them more affordable.

“These blocks are larger than most in the area,” said Damien Ross, QM Properties’ general sales manager. “The average block on the Sunshine Coast is 400 square metres, but Forest Pines land has a minimum 600 square metre size.”

The blocks range from 600 to a huge 2491 square metres, with an entry price of $225,000.

“Forest Pines is also appealing with buyers as the approvals and covenant allows storage sheds,” Damien says.

The boutique residential community is framed by forest to the south and east and features more than eight hectares of open space and landscaped reserves.

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a central park with community facilities such as barbecues.

All developed lots are registered and ready to construct with easy-to-build home sites with wide frontages and large back gardens.

Forest Pines is in a peaceful rural setting, yet is close to TAFE, the university, plus public and private schools. The development features two display homes, with QM Properties offering house and land packages from $379,888.

Future releases will launch a total of 140 blocks. For more head to www.qm.com.au.

pre-wired for solar power and each has 300 litres of rainwater that is pumped into the toilets, the laundry and outdoor taps. Bike racks are also included.

As a bonus, more than 95 per cent of the internal lights are LED so use about 15 per cent of the power of standard lighting.

Selling agent Gail Hunter says Wollomai has been priced with the investor and f rst-home buyer in mind.

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Parklakes offers Christmas bargains in Bli Bli P rices of land at Parklakes Estate in Bli Bli have been reduced, adding further to the attraction of the master-planned community.

Parklakes spokesperson Rob Midgley says prices of blocks in stage eight of the development have been slashed by an average of $45,000. He adds that now

is a great time for people to take advantage of the price reduction and buy into a popular master-planned community.

“It’s a buyer’s market”, says Rob. “We have reduced our prices accordingly – you can now buy a level block for $187,000.”

New development earmarked

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for the estate includes a shopping precinct due to open in 2012, complete with mini supermarket, restaurant, bottle shop, chemist and child-care facility. A $4 million community sports centre opened in July last year. And recently it was announced that stage two would include a Catholic school

from prep to year 12 and a second sports precinct including an aquatic centre, basketball courts and bowls greens.

With playgrounds and parks, Rob says Parklakes is fantastic for families and retirees. For more information call 5450 0300 or visit www.parklakes.com.au.

NAMBOUR 5/51 ARUNDELL AVENUE

$219,000

Right Place at the Right Time Prepare to be very impressed with this immaculate modern ground level unit. Fully renovated with new kitchen, new bathroom and quality fixtures and fitting throughout. Complete with 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, single carport and private patio area. There is a growing number of Qld Health staff seeking accommodation close to the Nambour Hospital, making this property an excellent and viable long term rental investment. The Owner has instructed us to liquidate this property – all offers are welcome.

INSPECT By appointment CAROLANS 5441 1344 STEPHEN COLASIMONE 0413 416 952 WEB www.carolans.net

Broaden Your Horizons – Mountain Retreat with all the Benefits!

NAMBOUR 5 POLLYS PLACE

AUCTION

Great Expectations – Under the Hammer!

Just one look and you will fall in love with this magnificent 5 acre mountain hideaway. Located literally 3-4 minutes’ drive from Nambour’s hospital and the town’s CBD. This huge 5 bedroom property offers privacy and a relaxing lifestyle that more and more people are seeking out. Entirely secluded with no visible neighbours and the only noise to be enjoyed is the pleasant chorus from the wide variety of birdlife.

These breathtaking views of the hinterland are the best you will find anywhere on the Coast!

Expect great things when you inspect this spacious 4 bedroom home located in one of Nambour’s newest estates and literally minutes from Nambour’s CBD, primary and high schools. Modern home and complete with quality fixtures and fittings throughout.

Offering all the features and comforts you would expect with stylish modern kitchen, huge family room, large ensuite, undercover outdoor entertainment area overlooking the pool. Bring your wish list because this one will tick all the boxes.

AUCTION Saturday 28th January, 2012 at 1pm INSPECT Saturday 11-11.30am CAROLANS 5441 1344 STEPHEN COLASIMONE 0413 416 952 WEB www.carolans.net

INSPECT Saturday 7th January, 2012 at 12 noon CAROLANS 5441 1344 STEPHEN COLASIMONE 0413 416 952 WEB www.carolans.net

SHANE’S BEST BUYS

KIM’S BEST BUYS

Alex Beachfront unit with Ocean View $189,000 Fully furnished 1 bedroom apartment, air-conditioned, lagoon pools, gym, bbq area. Opposite patrolled surfing beach.

Best Buy on the River!

AUCTION 3 bed, 2 bath townhouse with river views. Property vacant for a quick sale.

4 Bedroom Home, Double Lock-up, Pool $399,000 2 bathrooms, separate rumpus, large undercover entertaining area, inground salt water pool.

2 Bedroom Riverside Apartment $289,000 Excellent river views, large living area, separate dining, modern kitchen, north facing balcony, two car accommodation.

Great Value on the Canal $559,000 3 bed house on the canal, absolute water frontage, fish from your front yard.

Priced to sell.

Cotton Tree Apartment 2 bed unit, 10th floor, ocean views. Will impress!

$449,000

Luxury Riverfront Apartment $549,000 Immaculate 3 bed, 2 bath unit with amazing river and hinterland views.

Inspect anytime.

SHANE PURSELL 0402 012 142

KIM BOURGOIS 0416 237 484

Beerwah - 5494 6444

Caloundra - 5438 2166

Mooloolaba - 5444 0800

3DFLÀ F 3DUDGLVH - 5448 8088

Bribie Island - 3408 7000

Maroochydore - 5479 6600

Nambour - 5441 1344

Palmwoods - 5445 9666

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Dramatic Design for the Ultimate Lifestyle â&#x20AC;&#x201C; First Time Offered Strong architectural elements provide a distinctive and timeless air of quality. Once inside, you will truly be overwhelmed by the extensive array of features and cutting edge design. This home will appeal to those who appreciate the very ďŹ nest things in life.

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AUCTION: In rooms, Lake Kawana Community Centre, Hall 2, 114 Sportsmans Parade, Bokarina, Wednesday 25th January at 6pm

s %XTENSIVE ARRAY OF INDOOR OUTDOOR LIVING AREAS SOARING CEILINGS AND ABUNDANT GLASS s 4HE STUNNING POOL INCORPORATES A HUGE M LAP POOL SPANNING ACROSS THE FRONTAGE s 4RIPLE LOCK UP GARAGING ACCOMMODATING CARS GOLF BUGGY AND OVERSIZED STORAGE AREA s 4HE ABUNDANCE OF EXQUISITE INCLUSIONS ARE ENDLESS AND MUST BE SEEN TO BE BELIEVED

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Quintessential Coastal Residence With Ocean Access â&#x20AC;&#x201C; North To Water Live the ultimate waterfront lifestyle without compromising on style or size! Unique to Pelican Waters, this rare waterfront villa boasts the perfect northerly aspect with ocean access. s -ETICULOUSLY PLANNED OVER LEVEL TO SUIT THE POSITION AND COASTAL LIFESTYLE s 3ECURE GATED ENTRY WITH AMPLE OFF ROAD PARKING AND ROOM FOR LARGE CARAVAN s /PEN PLAN DESIGN COMBINED WITH CLEVER USE OF GLASS CREATES A SENSE OF SPACE s 3EPARATE MEDIA ROOM n JUST PERFECT FOR THOSE COSY MOVIE NIGHTS IN

s 3EVERAL OUTDOOR ENTERTAINING AREAS INCLUDING A HUGE DECK ALONG THE WATER S EDGE s 0ONTOON WITH WINCH AND DRY DOCK FOR THE SAFE MOORING OF YOUR LUXURY CRUISER s 4HE BEAUTIFULLY APPOINTED POOL SITS PROUDLY AMONGST THE LIVING AREAS s 3ECURITY AUTO GATE A C 6ACU -AID STUNNING l TOUT n YOU WILL WANT FOR NOTHING

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Everything You Need s /WNERS MOVING OVERSEAS AND NEED TO BE SOLD NOW s #ORNER POSITION IN POPULAR "ELLm OWER % STATE AND OVERLOOKING RESERVE s /PEN PLAN AIR CON LIVING WITH A SOPHISTICATED COASTAL FEEL s &ANTASTIC KITCHEN WITH STONE BENCHES HUGE %URO OVEN DRAWER D WASHER s 'ENEROUS UNDERCOVER OUTDOOR AREA WILL MAKE ENTERTAINING A BREEZE Sally Mulhearn M: 0422 228 320 E: sally.m@harcourts.com.au Harcourts Caloundra 5438 0055

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Caloundra U1001 Monaco, 12 Otranto Avenue

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Forced Sale â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Bank Is Knocking! s .EAR NEW APARTMENT ON THE TH LEVEL OF THE STUNNING -ONACO BUILDING s 0ENTHOUSE STYLE VIEWS AND l NISHES n EQUIPPED FOR THE GOOD LIFE s 3OAK UP THE STUNNING VIEW OF THE BEACH "RIBIE )S BEYOND FROM EVERY ROOM s 2IGHT IN THE HEART OF THE #"$ n STEPS TO THE BEACH CAFES AND SHOPS s %NJOY THE FULLY EQUIPPED GYM SAUNA GAMES ROOM AND RELAXATION AREA

OPEN HOME: Saturday 2.00-2.30pm VIEW AT: www.caloundra.harcourts.com.au AUCTION: Inrooms, Lake Kawana Community Centre, Hall 2, 114 Sportsmans Pde, Bokarina, Wednesday 25th January at 6pm

Sally Mulhearn M: 0422 228 320 E: sally.m@harcourts.com.au Harcourts Caloundra 5438 0055

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Builder Liquidates!!!!

Builders instruction is clear! Will be sold by auction day and will this house be the cheapest house ever sold in Pelican Waters? Builder is heading interstate and has asked to present all offers for consideration. It comes completely ямБnished, all you have to do is unpack your boxes. s "RAND NEW HOME IN PRIVATE BUSH LIKE SETTING METRES TO GOLF COURSE s (UGE METRE SIDE ACCESS FOR BOAT CARAVAN PLUS ROOM FOR POOL s /PEN PLAN LIVING WITH NEUTRAL EARTHY TONES THROUGH OUT s -AIN LIVING AREAS OPENS TO ENTERTAINING AREA WHICH OVER LOOKS LARGE YARD

s ! -534 TO INSPECT IS THIS BRAND NEW COMPLETED QUALITY BEDROOM HOME s (AS EVERYTHING FROM BEDROOMS BATHROOMS TO A GOURMET KITCHEN MEDIA ROOM s 4AKE ADVANTAGE OF THE BUILDS GRANT AND l RST HOME BUYER AND SAVE s #LOSE TO SCHOOLS SHOPS AND BUS SERVICE AND SHORT DRIVE TO BEACHES

OPEN HOME: Saturday 1.00-1.45pm VIEW AT: www.caloundra.harcourts.com.au ID#QCL5387 AUCTION: Inrooms, Lake Kawana Community Centre, Hall 2, 114 Sportsmans Pde, Bokarina, Wednesday 25th January at 6pm

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Superior Designer Home with Views s $ESIGNER FAMILY HOME DOMINATES ITS CORNER SITE BLOCK WITH WATER VIEWS s 3EVERAL LIVING AREAS INCLUDING MEDIA AND FORMAL LOUNGE s 3PACIOUS KITCHEN #AESERSTONE BENCHES AND ELITE STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES s &ANTASTIC OUTDOOR ENTERTAINING AREA OVERLOOKING IN GROUND POOL s &OUR BEDROOMS PLUS OFl CE TWO BATHROOMS AND ADDITIONAL POWDER ROOM Steve Ellis M: 0402 094 094 E: steve.ellis@harcourts.com.au Harcourts Caloundra 5438 0055

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Why Build When You Can Buy Below Replacement Cost!!!!!! s -ETICULOUSLY DESIGNED FAMILY HOME COMBINING OPEN PLAN PREMIUM l NISHES s 3TUNNING VIEW ACROSS THE WATER AND BEYOND TO 'LASS (OUSE -OUNTAINS s 3EPARATE LIVING AREAS WITH DUCTED A C A CONTEMPORARY BUILT IN l REPLACE s 'OURMET KITCHEN GAS COOKING WITH HUGE WALK IN BUTLER S PANTRY s ,OCATED IN THE VIBRANT BEACHES PRECINCT AND ONLY M TO THE BEACH Steve Ellis M: 0402 094 094 E: steve.ellis@harcourts.com.au Harcourts Caloundra 5438 0055

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Waterfront Balinese Hideaway!

OPEN HOME: Saturday 1.30-2.00pm, Thursday 5th January 5.30-6.30pm twilight VIEW AT: www.caloundra.harcourts.com.au AUCTION: Inrooms, Lake Kawana Community Centre, Hall 2, 114 Sportsmans Pde, Bokarina, Wednesday 25th January at 6pm

s 0RIVATE AND PEACEFUL RESORT STYLE HOME SET ON OVER SQM s 5NIQUELY DESIGNED WITH MULTIPLE BI FOLD DOORS DRAWING YOU OUTSIDE s %XTENSIVE OUTDOOR LIVING AREA OVERLOOKING THE POOL AND TROPICAL GARDENS s -ASSIVE PARENTS RETREAT WITH LAKE VIEWS WALK IN ROBE AND ENSUITE s 2ELAXING WATERFONT LIVING CLOSE TO SCHOOL GOLF COURSE TAVERN AND SHOPS Andrew Dyce M: 0410 504 764 E: andrew.dyce@harcourts.com.au Harcourts Caloundra 5438 0055

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Probably The Cheapest Penthouse On The Coast! s %NTRY LEVEL TOP m OOR UNIT IN MODERN COMPLEX WITH FULL RESORT FACILITIES s 3WEEPING OCEAN VIEWS FROM THE MASSIVE DECK IDEAL ENTERTAINING s &ULLY SELF CONTAINED WITH FURNITURE AND APPLIANCES s $OUBLE CAR PARKING WITH STORAGE EASY WALK TO BEACH AND SHOPS s )DEAL EASY LIVING HOLIDAY OR PERMANENT LETTING INVESTMENT Andrew Dyce M: 0410 504 764 E: andrew.dyce@harcourts.com.au Harcourts Caloundra 5438 0055

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Mooloolaba 32/1 Poinsettia Court

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Mooloolaba 101/1 Poinsettia Court

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Best Value in Emerald Springs – Must be No.1 on Your List!

Beachside Townhouse – You Will Never See This Opportunity Again!

s $UAL LEVEL TOWN HOME n IDEAL PRIVATE POSITION s /PEN PLAN LIVING WITH SEPARATE DINING HIGH CEILINGS ACCESS TO COURTYARD s 4HREE GREAT SIZED BEDROOMS MASTER WITH ENSUITE ON LOWER LEVEL s 'REAT REAR COURTYARD PLENTY OF ROOM FOR WEEKEND ""1S s !WESOME ONSITE FACILITIES n LAGOON STYLE SWIMMING POOL AND TENNIS COURT

s 4HREE LEVELS OF SPACIOUS STYLISH RESORT STYLE LIVING s /PEN PLAN LIVING WITH TIMBER m OORS ENTERTAINER S BALCONY REAR COURTYARD s 4HREE DOUBLE BEDROOMS WITH MASSIVE MASTER SUITE ENSUITE AND BALCONY s 0ET FRIENDLY LOW BODY CORP SWIMMING POOL AND TENNIS COURT s )MPECCABLY PRESENTED n YOU WILL BE PROUD TO CALL THIS YOUR OWN

Ross Cattle M: 0410 625 758 E: ross.cattle@harcourts.com.au Harcourts Mooloolaba 5478 2477

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This striking ultra-modern family home has been uniquely designed for maximum privacy without compromising on space and quality. Take advantage and be the first to call this home, we assure you this really is by far the best available in Brightwater, come and see for yourself… s #LEVER m OOR PLAN PRACTICAL FOR EVERYDAY FAMILY LIFE s 6AULTED CEILINGS IN LIVING AREA ADD LIGHT AND AIR m OW s $ESIGNER KITCHEN WITH PAC CABINETRY STONE WATERFALL EDGE BENCHTOP s 3PACIOUS COVERED OUTDOOR ENTERTAINING n PERFECT FOR ""1S AND ENTERTAINING FRIENDS Ross Cattle M:0410 625 758 E: ross.cattle@harcourts.com.au Harcourts Mooloolaba 5478 2477

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OPEN HOME: Call for viewing times VIEW AT: www.mooloolaba.harcourts.com.au ID#QML7568 AUCTION: In rooms, Lake Kawana Community Centre, Hall 2, 114 Sportsmans Parade, Bokarina, Wednesday 25th January at 6pm

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Large home with pool in Glenview

On a level, 5032-square metre site, the layout of this near-new home showcases the lagoon pool from all living areas. The design integrates indoor and outdoor living and there is a large kitchen with stone benches. Outside is a four-bay shed and concrete pad for heavy vehicles.

10 McKeiver Court, Glenview 5 bed, 2 bath, 5 car Buyers in the $900,000s Next Property Group 1300 400 777 Kate Jewry 0404 817 916 John Skerlak 0413 441 834

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Updated Mooloolaba unit

Alex Headland apartment

Kawana Island beauty

Within walking distance of the beach, this renovated unit has a private courtyard, an open-plan living area and a light-f lled kitchen. With only four units in the block, body corporate fees are low.

This large, 148-square metre apartment has a north-east aspect and is directly across from the beach, with the bonus of double car parking and building security in an excellent complex.

This spacious, contemporary home has several living areas and a private, covered timber outdoor entertaining area.

It is an easy stroll to the Double Bay beach and the island’s cafe.

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2 bed, 2 bath, 1 car $329,500 Mooloolaba Real Estate 5444 1066 Henry & Nina 0418 714 384

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Unit 241 ‘Seaforth’, 9 Wirraway Street, Alexandra Headland 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car $449,000 Property Today 5444 2222 David Grenfell 0419 946 534

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2 Molokai Lane, Kawana Island 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car High $400,000s Howcroft & Associates 5413 9207 Bill Howcroft 0431 354 076

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Best Value Renovated Mooloolaba Home – Committed Sellers – Make Your Move! s #UL DE SAC POSITION ON SQM HOME OVER ONE LEVEL s &ULLY RENOVATED NO EXPENSE SPARED IN l TOUT AND l XTURES s /PEN PLAN LIVING AREAS MASSIVE COVERED ENTERTAINING s 0RIVATE INGROUND POOL AND GRASSED AREAS FOR KIDS s -OUNTAIN #REEK 3CHOOL ZONE VACANT READY FOR NEW OWNERS Ross Cattle M: 0410 625 758 E: ross.cattle@harcourts.com.au Harcourts Mooloolaba 5478 2477

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property previews Palmwoods home by the rainforest This home has been designed desiggneed to maximise views and provide practical living, with nine-foot ceilings and ducted air-conditioning. The kitchen has stone benches and there is an alfresco area against rainforest surrounds.

9 Yellow Cedar Place, Palmwoods 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car $529,000 RE/MAX Property Sales Andrew Kirby 0407 588 636

buderim 29 elliot drive lifestyle featuring multiple living zones your family will have all the space and privacy they desire. located within the buderim education precinct and just a short drive to the beach. plenty of parking for boat & caravan three spacious bedrooms plus an office/4th bedroom covered outdoor entertaining area â&#x20AC;˘ our client is ready to go and wants this home sold. do not miss this opportunity

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by appointment low to mid $500,000â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 5456 0235 russell dell 0400 409 000

3 Traill Crescent, Currimundi 4 bed, 2 bath, 4 car $459,000 RealWay Caloundra 5436 0700 James Reynolds 0413 413 720

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coolum beach

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lifestyle imagine owning all this luxury with expansive north and north-west valley and range views which melt into the horizon. this home offers abundant open space, soaring ceilings and a protected, wide pool side deck that invites you into a private tree top realm. a unique design with space for everyone to indulge all of lifeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pleasures. centrally located by all school bus services and the beautiful beaches and bays of coolum beach. a breath taking position, on 2391 sqm of land, 396 sqm home.accommodation finished in fine detail and quality fixtures the home melds into the hillside beside wide visitor parking. a brilliant family room is apart from the main living level. open plan living space and has a funky sit up bar to the kitchen and covered outdoor lounge area beside the pool and deck. a very groovy kitchen blends stainless steel and stone finishes in an upbeat design. must see! features air-conditioning, mezzanine master suite, a flat garden area, lush vegetation, ultimate privacy

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accommodation four generous bedrooms and three bathrooms, all positioned for privacy. large open plan living flows through to stunning stainless steel kitchen. sumptuous master suite and second living area on the top level adjoins entertainers balcony with wet bar taking in ocean views.

contact

5456 0219 bevan horsnell 0412 512 257 grant cheatham 0411 467 917

features panoramic views from moreton island to mudjimba island are available from two separate balconies. gorgeous terrace with water feature provides beautiful al fresco living, with cul de sac location and no through traffic. ducted air conditioning, ducted vacuum, double garaging plus extra off street parking for boat or caravan. magnificent in every way!!

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A list of what’s recently sold on the Coast 105 McGilchrists Road, Eudlo Sold for: $570,000 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Features: Agency: Next Property Group Sales agent: Robyne Williams

<$500,000 $500,000 – $1 million >$1 million

Unit 12 ‘The Headlands’, 268 Alexandra Parade, Alexandra Headland Sold for: $280,000 Features: 2 bed, 1 bath, 1 car Agency: Mooloolaba Real Estate Sales agent: Col Roper 160 Beerburrum Street, Aroona Sold for: $370,000 Features: 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Agency: RE/MAX Property Services, Caloundra Sales agent: Rob Whiting 6 Macon Street, Birtinya Sold for: $355,000 Features: Land Agency: Platinum Properties Sales agent: Steve Kealey 15 Danielle Place, Buderim Sold for: $408,000 Features: 3 bed, 2 bath, 1 car Agency: Next Property Group Sales agents: Matt O’Grady & Richard Scrivener 21 Shannon Crescent, Caloundra West Sold for: $440,000 Features: 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Agency: RE/MAX Property Services, Caloundra Sales agent: Rob Whiting

15 Mooloolah Drive, Minyama Sold for: $570,000 Features: 4 bed, 3 bath, 2 car Agency: Platinum Properties Sales agents: Steve Turner & Geoff Ohmsen

Unit 14, ‘Caribbean’, 4 Grand Parade, Kawana Island Sold for: $349,000 Features: 2 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Agency: Howcroft & Associates Real Estate Sales agent: Bill Howcroft

9 Oak Court, Minyama Sold for: $1.7 million Features: 4 bed, 2 bath, 3 car Agency: Platinum Properties Sales agents: Steve Turner & Geoff Ohmsen

14 Alicia Circuit, Little Mountain Sold for: $365,000 3 bed, 2 bath, 1 car Features: Agency: Re/Max Property Services, Caloundra Sales agent: Rob Whiting

25 Gaden Road, Montville Sold for: $670,000 Features: 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Agency: Next Property Group Sales agents: Rene Poulos & Richard Scrivener

23 Hillview Crescent, Little Mountain Sold for: $435,000 Features: 5 bed, 3 bath, 2 car Agency: RE/MAX Property Services, Caloundra Sales agent: Rob Whiting

1/48 Lawrence Street, Mooloolaba Sold for: $350,000 Features: 2 bed, 1 bath, 1 car Agency: Next Property Group Sales agent: Robyne Williams in conjunction with Century 21 Maroochydore

Apartment 1002 ‘M1’, 1-7 Duporth Ave, Maroochydore Sold for: $405,000 Features: 2 bed, 2 bath, 1 car Agency: First National Maroochydore Sales agent: Shane Purssell

68 Parkway Drive, Mooloolaba Sold for: $518,550 Features: 4 bed, 2 bath, 3 car Agency: Next Property Group Sales agents: Karen Jones, Minka Jenkins & Bree Charles

5 Birubi Street, Minyama Sold for: $900,000 Features: 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Agency: Next Property Group Sales agents: Karen Jones, Minka Jenkins & Bree Charles

23 Carter Road, Nambour Sold for: $280,000 Features: 3 bed, 2 bath Agency: Next Property Group Sales agent: Robyne Williams in conjunction with Day & Grimes

32/1 Grenada Way, Parrearra Sold for: $335,000 Features: 2 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Agency: Platinum Properties Sales agent: Steve Kealey 46/1 Grenada Way, Parrearra Sold for: $333,000 Features: 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Agency: Platinum Properties Sales agent: Steve Kealey 49/1 Grenada Way, Parrearra Sold for: $350,000 Features: 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Agency: Platinum Properties Sales agent: Steve Kealey 4 Rainbow Lane, Pelican Waters Sold for: $1,525,000 Features: 5 bed, 5 bath, 3 car Agency: RE/MAX Property Services, Caloundra Sales agent: Debbie Shellshear 12 Langura Street, Warana Sold for: $427,000 Features: 3 bed, 1 bath, 1 car Agency: RealWay Property Consultants Caloundra Sales agent: James Reynolds 289 Nicklin Way, Warana Sold for: $430,000 Features: 3 bed, 1 bath, 4 car Agency: Platinum Properties Sales agent: Steve Kealey

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MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY

YEAR! FROM ALL OF US

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40% OF BLOCKS ARE SOLD! PICTURESQUE LOTS STILL AVAILABLE - BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME HERE! ‘Aurora’ / 170 Valdora Road, Valdora / Coolum

LAND

If you are after beautiful views of picturesque hinterland, the perfect spot to build your dream home so you can experience modern, prestige living on small acreage blocks averaging 8000sqm, then you must look at AURORA! Aurora is a beautiful mix of 20 x low maintenance, elevated, undulated and level allotments, positioned in North Arm school catchment area and just 15 minutes to Maroochydore, 10 minutes to Coolum Beach and 20 minutes to Noosa. We have builders available to provide you with a free estimate on what it will cost to build your dream home on AURORA. The owners will look at all reasonable offers. Only 15 lots still available. See our virtual tour online!

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á House and land packages from $578,000 á Elevated and level blocks á Cleared building envelopes á 40% already sold á Aurora = 20 small acreage lots á 5863sqm through to 22,490sqm á Owner will look at all offers

Price: From $312,000 – owner will look at all reasonable offers Inspect: 7 days - Just call agent Bree Charles 0416 435 391 John Skerlak 0413 441 834 Web Code: MCHY1719 View the virtual tour online

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VENDOR WILL SELL FOR $500,000 LESS THAN BANK VALUATION - DO NOT MISS THIS ONE! 62 Preston Road, Diddillibah

5 Bed | 3 Bath | 2 Car

Do not delay as you cannot go wrong with this purchase. This unique estate set on 30 acres of land delivers that sought after rural lifestyle while offering a home that is modern and contemporary with quality finishes throughout. An inspection will amaze as you wander through the spacious home to view five bedrooms, three bathrooms an office, large media room, gourmet kitchen and a private self-contained guest wing. The land features two fenced paddocks, a large versatile shed and unlimited water. All this and only 15 minutes to Sunshine Plaza and school zones. If you want to live a luxurious life in total privacy then you must inspect this property today.

BUDERIM MAROOCHYDORE MINYAMA HINTERLAND

á Sought after location á Luxurious living, no expense spared á Privacy yet close to the Coast á Creek frontage and bore water á Private self contained guest wing á Large pool and entertaining area á Tractor shed with 3 phase power

Inspect: Viewing by Private Inspection - Contact Agent Damien Michael 0413 024 124 Loren Wimhurst 0415 380 222 Web Code: BUD2039

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STUNNING, EXECUTIVE FAMILY HOME – BEACHSIDE MOOLOOLABA / ALEX Lot 2/20 Douglas Street, Mooloolaba

4.5 Bed | 3.5 Bath | 2 Car

This stunning, executive home has everything your family could desire! Quality and location are the two key elements in this home, this is something so unique and wont last long! Situated just one street back from the world renowned Mooloolaba beach is this stunning, three level, executive beachside home. Boasting 4 double size bedrooms plus an office, kids lounge room plus a separate gym/media room, including its own shower and toilet, you simply must inspect to believe what is on offer here. This is beachside living at its best, for the executive family. A must to inspect!

á 4 bedrooms, plus a study á One street from the beach á Low maintenance house with pool á High quality throughout á Gorgeous sweeping views á Suitable for the executive family

Inspect: Anytime, please contact agent to arrange a time Bree Charles 0416 435 391 Karen Jones 0405 122 526 Web Code: MIN2186

INDULGE IN YOUR OWN RESORT STYLE ACREAGE 329 Chevallum Road, Chevallum Stunning acreage home with resort style facilities including an amazing 24m heated pool. Boasting a seamless executive residence that would suit a large family with a separate two bedroom home with first class inclusions to match the master home. This private and very peaceful location offers an exclusive lifestyle yet only 5 mins to Grammar and 15 mins to the beach.

7 Bed | 5 Bath | 6 Car + Pool Price: Please contact agent Inspect: Anytime, just please contact agent Karen Jones 0405 122 526 Minka Jenkins 0488 550 063 Web Code: MIN1849

HOW IS THIS FOR A CHRISTMAS PRESENT!!

BUDERIM MAROOCHYDORE MINYAMA HINTERLAND

11 Adori Street, Currimundi

3 Bed | 2 Bath | 2 Car

This value packed home is very smart in design, great use of space that has been cleverly created to enjoy indoor/outdoor cohesion. This is a groovy home that will tick a lot of boxes due to its attributes and position. If you are after a home that is compact and cool, then you need to put this on your must see list, you will be pleasantly surprised. Merry Xmas to you!

Auction: On Site Saturday 7th of January at 11am Inspect: Anytime, please contact agent to arrange a time Minka Jenkins 0488 550 063 Karen Jones 0405 122 526 Web Code: MIN2178

1300 400 777

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ABSOLUTE RIVERFRONT RESIDENCE Apartment 7 “Aquarelle”- 80 Duporth Avenue, Maroochydore

3 Bed | 3 Bath | 2 Car

Boasting an absolute frontage to the Maroochy River is this whole floor apartment in a residential complex of only eight. Set further forward than surrounding buildings, this apartment offers everchanging panoramic views of the ocean and river from Maroochydore to Mount Coolum.

This amazing apartment features a floor plan and size that makes it exceptionally suitable for fulltime living. With two spacious and separate living zones at either end of the apartment, it would be suitable for dual living and families. Walk to the Sunshine Plaza, Cotton Tree, beaches, parks, clubs and restaurants, this is lifestyle living at its absolute finest.

BUDERIM MAROOCHYDORE MINYAMA HINTERLAND

á Absolute riverfront á Small complex á Whole floor apartment á 2 spacious living zones á Would suit dual living á Pontoon/jetty and pool á Level walk to shopping and rests

Auction: On Site Saturday 21st of January at 2pm Inspect: Anytime by Appointment Karen Jones 0405 122 526 Minka Jenkins 0488 550 063 Web Code: MIN2220

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LIFESTYLE , LOCATION AND WATER VIEWS AS WELL! 19/44 Beach Parade, Maroochydore

3 Bed | 2.5 Bath | 1 Car

This unique lifestyle apartment could not be situated in a better position, the heart of Cotton Tree is only steps away! With 3 large bedrooms, balconies facing north and south, an exclusive use massive rooftop deck offering 360 degree views with internal access, there is simply nothing else like it in Cotton tree. The tightly held building with a lagoon style pool and well maintained gardens has low body corp fees and is only a short stroll to river and beach. The prime location makes this property an ideal investment. There are tenants in place until April who would be happy to stay on.

The owners circumstances are forcing this sale - so secure your piece of Cotton Tree now!

á Motivated owners must sell á Stunning 360 degree views á Million dollar lifestyle at a fraction of the cost á No car required, walk everywhere á Exclusive use rooftop

Auction: On Site Saturday 21st January at 1pm Inspect: Please contact agent Kate Jewry 0404 817 916 Damien Michael 0413 024 124 Web Code: MCHY2219

BEACHSIDE - DRASTIC PRICE REDUCTION - MUST BE SOLD! Unit 3/15 Alice Street, Alexandra Headland

3 Bed | 3 Bath | 1 Car

This is a unique combination: a gorgeous, private, North facing town house just one street from the beach in the Golden Triangle of Alex. The complex is private, with only 4 other occupants and there’s separate, exclusive use, offstreet entry, pets on application, making this a very attractive, fabulous beachside location for exceptional value!

Inspect: Anytime, please contact agent to arrange a time Bree Charles 0416 435 391 John Skerlak 0413 441 834 Web Code: MCHY1714

LIGHTS, CAMERA, AUCTION SET TO RETURN IN 2012!

Due to the success of the inaugural Next Property Group plan for more in 2012!

LIGHTS, CAMERA

AUCTION

á 1 property sold prior to auction á 70% of properties with active bidding á 20% sold under the hammer á 20% under contract post auction

TO REGISTER YOUR INTEREST FOR 2012 - CALL 1300 400 777 BUDERIM MAROOCHYDORE MINYAMA HINTERLAND

LARGE, FLAT AND ON TOP OF BUDERIM 48 Gloucester Road, Buderim This quintessential Buderim home has so much to offer its new owners. Sitting on top of Buderim in one of the areas most well known streets, this 5 bedroom home is perched on almost half an acre. Properties of this size are rarely brought to the market on top of Buderim and when they do, only a handful can boast being flat and usable. Inspect today!

5 Bed | 2 Bath | 2 Car Price: Please contact agent Inspect: Contact agent for details Matt O’Grady 0414 317 375 Loren WImhurst 0415 380 222 Web Code: BUD1853

1300 400 777

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A SLICE OF MOFFAT MAGIC! 16 Grigor Street, Moffat Beach

3 Bed | 2 Bath | 2 Car

This stylish beach house is perfectly positioned in the friendly community of Moffat Beach. Enjoy an early morning beach swim before heading into one of the restaurants or cafes that make up the relaxed heart of the suburb. Stylishly presented, the home features three living spaces including a large weather-proof front deck, sunken lounge, and open-plan kitchen and dining space. There is a large backyard where the kids can kick the footy while you watch from the back patio, and a lap pool by the front entry. Filled with light and designed to capture the cooling summer breeze, the home has three bedrooms and two bathrooms and would suit the executive family that likes to entertain.

BUDERIM MAROOCHYDORE MINYAMA HINTERLAND

á Quintessential Moffat Beach lifestyle á Short stroll to shops and beach á Stylish beach home á Large backyard á Fully renovated á Secure your piece of Moffat magic today!

Inspect: Please Contact Agent Kate Jewry 0404 817 916 Damien Michael 0413 024 124 Web Code: MCHY2224

1300 400 777

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auction action Caloundra

Auction Action The easiest way to check out the latest auction results

10 Arthur Street 3 bed, 2 bath, 1 car December 17 Passed in. Negotiating with several conditional parties.

KBR 5492 5644 Agency: Sales agent: Carola Cauchi-Gera 0417 608 466 Features: Auction: Result:

‘Tis the season

They only decided to buy a unit the Sunday before, then found this one and didn’t inspect any others or compare it with anything else

Buderim 29 Elliott Drive 3+ bed, 2 bath, 2 car December 17 Passed in at $485,000.

Belle Property Buderim 5445 6722 Sales agent: Russell Dell 0400 409 000 Features: Auction: Result: Agency:

9 Farnwyn Court 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car December 18 Passed in at $730,000.

Dealing with conditional interest.

Belle Property Buderim Agency: 5445 6722 Sales agent: Jan Withers 0403 737 790 Features: Auction: Result:

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Features: Auction: Result: Agency: Sales agent:

1/10 Carrothool Place 3 bed, 2 bath, 1 car December 17 Sold for $376,000.

Property Today 5444 2222 Jamie Holbrook 0418 500 081

8108/11 Mooloolaba Esp 2 bed, 1 bath, 1 car December 17 Passed in.

Harcourts Mooloolaba 5478 2477 Sales agent: Jonathan Plant 0488 109 603 Features: Auction: Result: Agency:

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A few buyers scored themselves an early Christmas present at auction last weekend, with four parties securing properties under the hammer. Of these, two were locals and the other two from out of town, including the Brisbane couple who chose 32 Curlew Court, Maleny as their new home. The character residence was originally an Endeavour prize home, and while the winning ticket may have cost the previous owners only $20, the new buyers can be pleased with a fully furnished home with timber f oors and high ceilings for $668,000. The other buyers set to relocate are from further north and were extremely keen to snap up 7/1 Millennium Circuit, Pelican Waters. “One is an ex-real estate agent from Bagara and they came down for a holiday,” says Debbie Shellshear from RE/MAX Property Services. “They only decided to buy a unit the Sunday before, then found this one and didn’t inspect any others or compare it with anything else.”

Debbie and fellow agent Mark Price had a number of interested parties on the day, so it’s lucky they have two other units listed in the Vardon Point complex – Debbie reports they’re organising follow-up inspections on those as well.

Mooloolaba

Mount Mellum Cooloolabin 319 Buckby Road 5 bed, 3 bath, 2 car December 16 Passed in. Negotiating multiple contracts post auction.

Next Property Group Agency: 1300 400 777 Sales agent: Robyne Williams 0488 999 536 Features: Auction: Result:

Eumundi 11 Wilkes Lane 2 bed, 2 bath, 5 car December 17 Sold for $480,000.

Noosa Lifestyle Real Estate 5447 6888 Sales agent: Ross Bellingham 0409 476 889 Features: Auction: Result: Agency:

35a Agnew Road Land December 17 Passed in. Dealing with conditional interest.

Maleny Realty 5499 9994 Agency: Sales agents: Mark Clayton 0409 181 095 & Michael Reck 0447 589 491 Features: Auction: Result:

Mountain Creek 30 Galah Place 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car December 17 Passed in.

Harcourts Mooloolaba 5478 2477 Sales agent: Ross Cattle 0410 625 758 Features: Auction: Result: Agency:

Golden Beach 7 Drake Street 3 bed, 1 bath, 3 car December 17 Passed in at $375,000.

Currently negotiating.

Property Today 5444 2222 Agency: Sales agent: Jamie Holbrook 0418 500 081 Features: Auction: Result:

Little Mountain Features: Auction: Result: Agency: Sales agent:

38 Springs Drive 5 bed, 2 bath, 2 car December 16 Passed in.

RealWay Caloundra 5436 0700 Darren Ide 0408 549 457

Pelican Waters 7/1 Millennium Circuit 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car December 18 Sold for $371,000.

RE/MAX Property Services 5438 5222 Sales agents: Debbie Shellshear 0402 115 110 & Mark Price 0414 468 755 Features: Auction: Result: Agency:

Woombye 88 Old Palmwoods Road 6 bed, 2 bath, 2 car December 17 Passed in. Negotiating an offer post auction.

Woombye Real Estate Agency: 5442 1855 Sales agent: Helen Turner 0413 156 885

3 Dunnart Court 4 bed, 2 bath, 1 car December 17 Passed in. Dealing with conditional interest.

First National Palmwoods Agency: 5445 9666 Sales agent: Vanessa Brunton 0467 448 850

Features: Auction: Result:

Features: Auction: Result:

Maleny 23 Stuart Place, Burnside 3 bed, 1+ bath, 1 car December 18 Passed in. Now listed at $339,000.

Engel & Völkers 5444 4990 Agency: Sales agent: Sirah Robb 0403 843 528 Features: Auction: Result:

32 Curlew Court 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 Features: December 17 Auction: Sold for $668,000.

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FAST TRACK GUIDE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; OPEN FOR INSPECTIONS HOUSES ALEXANDRA HEADLAND 77 Yakola Parade INSPECT BY APPOINTMENT #BSHBJO CFBDIIPVTF QSJDF TNBTIFE K Jason Stock 0411 123 888 2 Kawana Street INSPECT BY APPOINTMENT CFE CBUI EVBM MJWJOH PDFBO WJFXT Lee Sutherland 0417 077 847

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Lee Sutherland 0417 077 847 3 Gumtree Drive INSPECT BY APPOINTMENT CFE CBUI DBS XJOF SPPN N Lee Sutherland 0417 077 847

BURNSIDE 171 Burnside Road INSPECT BY APPOINTMENT BDSFT IPNFT 'VUVSF 6SCBO Steve Perry â&#x20AC;&#x153;Lifestyle Specialistâ&#x20AC;?

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13 James Whalley Drive INSPECT BY APPOINTMENT /FX CFE CBUI DBS N L Lee Sutherland 0417 077 847

DIDDILLIBAH 11 Rose Marie Drive INSPECT BY APPOINTMENT #FBVUJGVM EVBM MJWJOH PO POF MFWFM , Steve Perry â&#x20AC;&#x153;Lifestyle Specialistâ&#x20AC;?

0418 711 955 56 Preston Road INSPECT BY APPOINTMENT BDSFT XJUI NBHOJGJDFOU CVJMEJOH TJUF Steve Perry â&#x20AC;&#x153;Lifestyle Specialistâ&#x20AC;?

0418 711 955 820 Diddillibah Road INSPECT BY APPOINTMENT 4PMJE IPNF PO NBHOJGJDFOU Â&#x; BDSF Steve Perry â&#x20AC;&#x153;Lifestyle Specialistâ&#x20AC;?

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FOREST GLEN Lot 1 Monscott Place INSPECT ANYTIME! ¢ BDSF UPXO XBUFS .645 4&-- , Steve Perry â&#x20AC;&#x153;Lifestyle Specialistâ&#x20AC;?

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KIAMBA 99 English Road INSPECT BY APPOINTMENT CFE IPNF BDSFT SPDL QPPMT 0''&34 Steve Perry â&#x20AC;&#x153;Lifestyle Specialistâ&#x20AC;?

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KIELS MOUNTAIN 10 Mountridge Close INSPECT BY APPOINTMENT %VBM MJWJOH PO Â&#x; BDSF , Steve Perry â&#x20AC;&#x153;Lifestyle Specialistâ&#x20AC;?

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MAROOCHY RIVER 15 Tamin Place INSPECT BY APPOINTMENT 4QFDUBDVMBS WJFXT N¤ o "VDUJPO Barbara Banks 0419 760 492 & Darren Rix 0416 188 259

MOUNTAIN CREEK 4 Molakai Drive INSPECT BY APPOINTMENT CFE CBUI DBS GVMM SFOP Lee Sutherland 0417 077 847

NAMBOUR 20 Westview Crescent INSPECT BY APPOINTMENT #BSHBJO CFE HSFBU HBSEFOT K Jason Stock 0411 123 888 22 Mayfield Street INSPECT BY APPOINTMENT #FBVUJGVM DPVOUSZ IPNF XJUI WJFXT K Jason Stock 0411 123 888

NINDERRY 40 Roth Lane INSPECT BY APPOINTMENT CFE CBUI DBS

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PALMWOODS 179 Winston Road WED 4th Jan 5-6PM, SAT & SUN 7th & 8th Jan 2.15-3PM CFE CBUI IB BQQSPY "VDUJPO Andrew Kirby 0407 588 636 15 Wells Street (42 Dunning Street) INSPECT BY APPOINTMENT "DSFT JO UPXO XJUI CFE CBUI .VTU 4FF Andrew Kirby 0407 588 636 14 Terrace Lea Court INSPECT BY APPOINTMENT (SFBU TUSFFU NPVOUBJO WJFXT CFE K Jason Stock 0411 123 888 Parsons Knob Road INSPECT BY APPOINTMENT N¤ MVYVSZ NBOTJPO BDSFT N Jason Stock 0411 123 888 14 Flame Tree Court SATURDAY 1.30-2PM CFE TUVEZ CBUI DBS 7BMVF BU L Andrew Kirby 0407 588 636 57 McKees Road INSPECT BY APPOINTMENT CFE PGGJDF CBUI DBS QPPM IB Andrew Kirby 0407 588 636 9 Yellow Cedar Place INSPECT BY APPOINTMENT CFE CBUI DBS N CMPDL

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ROSEMOUNT 59 Upper Rosemount Road INSPECT BY APPOINTMENT Steve Perry â&#x20AC;&#x153;Lifestyle Specialistâ&#x20AC;?

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WEST WOOMBYE 436 Blackall Range Road INSPECT BY APPOINTMENT CFE CBUI DBS QPPM TIFE IB Andrew Kirby 0407 588 636

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PHONE: (07) 5492 2555 2/56 Landsborough Pde, GOLDEN BEACH www.seasiderealestate.com.au

property previews Spacious Buderim entertainer

AUCTION ON SITE SATURDAY 21ST JANUARY 2012 AT 11AM LOOKING FOR A 3-BAY SHED? 153 Landsborough Parade, Golden Beach WE HAVE FOUND IT!â&#x20AC;Ś Situated on the Eastern side of Landsborough Parade, this lowset 3 bedroom brick and tile home is yours for the taking. s ! COMFORTABLE HOME WHICH LENDS ITSELF TO SOME RENOVATIONS s 6ERY SPACIOUS BEDROOMS SEPARATE BATHROOMS s +ITCHEN AND DINING ARE COMBINED LOUNGE IS SEPARATE s 3EPARATE LOCK UP BAY SHED AT REAR TANDEM GARAGING ATTACHED TO THE HOME s ,AND AREA M§

Di Hurman 0418 794 607 42 Buderim Pines Drive, Buderim 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Low to mid $500,000s Vic Murphy Real Estate 5443 2433 Glennis Schindler 0412 737 324

Rob Hurman 0408 712 632

PRIOR OFFERS INVITED! INSPECTION BY APPOINTMENT.

Mooloolaba 5444 1066

Th This his i spacious spacious i h home ome iiss an l h ffrom entertainerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s d delight, the galley-style kitchen with Caesarstone benches to the undercover entertaining area.

The two separate living zones are both air-conditioned. On 724 square metres in the Mountain Creek school zone.

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since 1949

Unit 1 â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Windwardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, 137 Mooloolaba Esp, Mooloolaba 2 bed, 1 bath, 1 car $299,000 First National Maroochydore 5479 6600 Shane Purssell 0402 012 142

This low-maintenance low-maiintenance t townhouse h is fully f ll ffurnished h d and tiled throughout. It has a spacious living area, separate dining and a good-sized kitchen. Both bedrooms access the balcony with ocean glimpses. The complex has pool, spa and barbecue area.

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Auction: Onsite Sat 14th Jan 2012 @1.30pm

77 Sam White Drive, Buderim 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Mid to high $400,000s RealWay Buderim 5445 2777 Jarrad McCarthy 0410 052 219 & Lauren McCarthy 0406 962 578

Contact: Grant Cheatham 0411 467 917

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Price: High $400,000â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 50 My Property Preview \ December 28, 2011

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Property ID P001yt4t More photos on www.mypropertypreview.com.au

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With With h two separate lliving iving areas, a study and an undercover entertaining area, the layout of this home has space for the whole family.

The private 700-square metre block has room for side access and extra parking and backs onto greenery.

5 Westview Crescent, Nambour 3 bed, 1 bath, 2 car Mid $300,000s Victor Realty 5476 0050 Craig Heppell 0400 180 515

Sturdi Sturdily dilly built buillt and and d beautifully beautifully ly maintained, d this h single-level l l l brick home has two separate living areas, a large functional kitchen and a study nook off the main lounge. Outside is a covered outdoor area, a carport and a fenced yard with hinterland outlook.

Property ID P001ys6h More photos on www.mypropertypreview.com.au

Contact: Mark Osborne 0423 106 384 ossie@mooloolabarealestate.com.au www.mypropertypreview.com.au

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14 Mooloolah Island, Minyama Waters

SENSATIONAL RIVERFRONT ISLAND LIVING AT WHAT COST… dŚĞ ƐĞůůĞƌƐ ŚĂǀĞ ŽǁŶĞĚ ƚŚĞ ůĂŶĚ ĨŽƌ ƋƵŝƚĞ ƐŽŵĞ ƟŵĞ ĂŶĚ ĂƌĞ ƐŝŵƉůLJ ǁĂŶƟŶŐ ƚŚĞ ƉƌŽƉĞƌƚLJ ƐŽůĚ͘ dŚĞ ƉƌŽƉĞƌƚLJ ŚĂƐ ďĞĞŶ ŽŶ ƚŚĞ ŵĂƌŬĞƚ ĨŽƌ ƐĂůĞ ĨŽƌ Ă ƉĞƌŝŽĚ ŽĨ ƟŵĞ ĂŶĚ ƚŚĞ ŽǁŶĞƌƐ ĂƌĞ ƐŝŵƉůLJ ŽǀĞƌ ŝƚ ƐŽ ĨƌŽŵ Ă ďƵLJĞƌ͛Ɛ ƉŽŝŶƚ ŽĨ ǀŝĞǁ ŶŽǁ ŝƐ ƚŚĞ ƟŵĞ ƚŽ ďĞ ĚŽŝŶŐ Ă ĚĞĂů͙ dŚĞƌĞ ŝƐ ŶŽ ĞŵŽƟŽŶ ĨƌŽŵ ƚŚĞ ƐĞůůĞƌ͛Ɛ ƉŽŝŶƚ ŽĨ ǀŝĞǁ͕ ŝƚ͛Ɛ ƐŝŵƉůLJ ďƵƐŝŶĞƐƐ ĂŶĚ ƚŚĞLJ ǁĂŶƚ Ă ƌĞƐƵůƚ͘ dŚĞ ĂůůŽƚŵĞŶƚ ŝƐ ƉŽƐŝƟŽŶĞĚ ŽŶ ƚŚĞ ǁŝĚĞƌ ƉĂƌƚ ŽĨ DŽŽůŽŽůĂŚ ZŝǀĞƌ ĂŶĚ ŽīĞƌƐ ŐƌĞĂƚ ĞdžƉĂŶƐŝǀĞ ǀŝĞǁƐ ƵƉ ĂŶĚ ĚŽǁŶ ƚŚĞ ƌŝǀĞƌ͘ dŚĞ ĂůůŽƚŵĞŶƚ ŝƐ ϵϬϮŵϸ ǁŝƚŚ Ă Ϯϯ ŵĞƚƌĞ ĨƌŽŶƚĂŐĞ ƉƌŽǀŝĚŝŶŐ ĞĂƐLJ ĂĐĐĞƐƐ ĨŽƌ ĂŶLJ ďŽĂƚ ŽǁŶĞƌ͘ ,ĞƌĞ͛Ɛ ǁŝƚŚŽƵƚ Ă ĚŽƵďƚ ƚŚĞ ďĞƐƚ ƉŽƐƐŝďůĞ ŽƉƉŽƌƚƵŶŝƚLJ ƚŽ ƐĞĐƵƌĞ LJŽƵƌ ĂůůŽƚŵĞŶƚ ĂŶĚ ƉƵƚ LJŽƵ ŝŶ Ă ƉŽƐŝƟŽŶ ƚŽ ďƵŝůĚ LJŽƵƌ ŽǁŶ ĚƌĞĂŵ /ƐůĂŶĚ ŚŽŵĞ ŵĂLJďĞ Ăƚ Ă ƚŽƚĂů ĐŽƐƚ ƚŚĂƚ ĐŽƵůĚ ƚƌƵůLJ ƐƵƌƉƌŝƐĞ LJŽƵ͘ dŚĞ ŚĂƌďŽƵƌ ĞŶƚƌĂŶĐĞ ŝƐ ŽŶůLJ ũƵƐƚ ŵŝŶƵƚĞƐ ĂǁĂLJ ĂŶĚ DŽŽůŽŽůĂŚ /ƐůĂŶĚ ŝƐ ǀĞƌLJ ǁĞůů ƉŽƐŝƟŽŶĞĚ ĨƌŽŵ Ă ůŝĨĞƐƚLJůĞ ƉŽŝŶƚ ŽĨ ǀŝĞǁ ďĞŝŶŐ ŚĂŶĚLJ ƚŽ ŵĂũŽƌ ƐŚŽƉƉŝŶŐ͕ ƐĐŚŽŽůƐ ĂŶĚ DŽŽůŽŽůĂďĂ ĂŶĚ <ĂǁĂŶĂ ĞĂĐŚĞƐ͘ Ɛ Ă ďƵLJĞƌ ŝĨ LJŽƵ ĂƌĞ ŝŶƚĞƌĞƐƚĞĚ ŝŶ ůĂŶĚ ĚŽ LJŽƵƌƐĞůĨ Ă ŚƵŐĞ ĨĂǀŽƵƌ ĂŶĚ ĐŚĞĐŬ ŽƵƚ ƚŚŝƐ ĂůůŽƚŵĞŶƚ ĨŽƌ ǁŝƚŚŽƵƚ Ă ĚŽƵďƚ ƚŚŝƐ ǁŝůů ƐĞůů ĚƵĞ ƚŽ ƚŚĞ ƐĞůůĞƌ͛Ɛ ŐĞŶƵŝŶĞ ŵŽƟǀĂƟŽŶ ŝŶ ǁĂŶƟŶŐ ƚŚĞ ƉƌŽƉĞƌƚLJ ƐŽůĚ͘

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AUCTION Saturday 28th January, 2012 on-site at 11.00am VIEW

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3/9 Ballinger Court, Buderim 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car $379,000 Belle Property Buderim 5445 6722 Russell Dell 0400 409 000

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Relax in Buderim

Palmwoods home

This townhouse is in a small ll complex of six and offers expansive views. Upstairs is air-conditioned with an open-plan living/dining area, well-appointed kitchen and private balcony.

On an easily maintained 761-square metre block, this home features a parentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; retreat, two separate living rooms and a study. There is relaxed outdoor living and a park across the road.

Property ID P001yrm8 More photos on www.mypropertypreview.com.au

20 Petigrain Avenue, Palmwoods 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car $439,000 First National Palmwoods 5445 9666 Vanessa Brunton 0467 448 850

Property ID P001ys8x More photos on www.mypropertypreview.com.au

Lifestyle For Sale KINGS BEACH, 70/8 Levuka Avenue â&#x20AC;&#x153;Rolling Surfâ&#x20AC;?

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FRONT â&#x20AC;&#x201C; ABSOLUTE BEACH OP EXCLUSIVE ROOFT

7HAT A FABULOUS APARTMENT SITUATED ON PENTHOUSE LEVEL WITH LARGE EXCLUSIVE PRIVATE ROOF TOP 4HE OCEAN BEACH VIEWS ARE FANTASTIC THE LOCATION IS SUPERB AND ALL TOGETHER IT IS ONE OPPORTUNITY YOU CANNOT AFFORD TO MISS 4HE APARTMENT HAS BEEN TASTEFULLY FURNISHED IT IT IS Price: Contact:

3PM JANUARY 2012 AT H T 4 1 AT S N IO T C AU

AIR CONDITIONED AND OFFERS THE BEST OF RESORT STYLE LIVING

YOU FEEL LIKE YOU ARE ON HOLIDAYS EVERY DAY 4HE EXCLUSIVE ROOFTOP IS LARGE ENOUGH FOR ALL YOUR FRIENDS TO COME AND ENJOY A BBQ OR PERHAPS A SAUNA THE CHOICE IS YOURS 2ESORT FEATURES HEATED POOL LIFT SPA GYM

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APPLIANCES COMBINED DINING LOUNGE OPENING TO LARGE 6ENDORS INSTRUCTIONS ARE CLEAR n 7E ARE ON THE MARKET AND SELLING 6ERY SPACIOUS BEDROOM M RESIDENTIAL BALCONY !IR CON TO KITCHEN DINING AND LOUNGE ROOM AND MASTER BEDROOM REMOTE SECURE GARAGE #OMPLEX n LAP APARTMENT PERFECTLY POSITIONED METRES FROM (APPY POOL BBQ AND CABANA FACILITIES LIFT SECURE BUILDING 6ALLEY BEACH AND BOARDWALK 1UALITY l TTINGS AND l XTURES -AKE NO MISTAKESx 7E ARE SELLING AND THIS APARTMENT FEATURES DOUBLE BEDROOMS LUXURIOUS BATHROOMS

WILL SELL FAST POWDER ROOM LAUNDRY LARGE STONE KITCHEN MODERN Inspect: 4HURS TH $EC PM 7ED TH *AN PM 3AT TH *AN PM

7ED TH *AN PM 3AT TH *AN FROM PM Price: !UCTION /N 3ITE 3ATURDAY TH *ANUARY AT PM Contact: #AROLE

KINGS BEACH, 8/28 Mahia Terrace â&#x20AC;&#x153;Rysonâ&#x20AC;?

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FANTASTIC UNINTERRUPTED OCEANS VIEWS LOCKED STORE ROOM OWNERS USE OF HUGE ROOFTOP TERRACE s#ATCH THE COOL SEA BREEZES WATCH THE SHIPS SAIL BY FOR ENTERTAINING AND BBQ S &ACILITIES INCLUDE SWIMMING FROM THIS CENTRALLY LOCATED APARTMENT SO CLOSE TO TOWN POOL LIFT SECURE BUILDING 3ELDOM OFFERED FOR SALE !N AND EVEN CLOSER TO THE PATROLLED +INGS "EACH 4HE FULLY OPPORTUNITY NOT TO BE MISSED ! #OASTAL ,IFESTYLE AWAITS TILED APARTMENT FEATURES BEDROOMS BATHROOMS

YOU SPEND #HRISTMAS WITH YOUR FAMILY AT +INGS "EACH MODERN KITCHEN SEPARATE LAUNDRY FRONT BALCONY AND A REAR BALCONY OFF THIRD BEDROOM SINGLE GARAGE WITH Inspect: 4HURS TH $EC PM &RI TH $EC PM Price:

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Ph: 5492 5644

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Looking back WORDS MICHELLE CARY

How did the hinterland fare in turbulent 2011?

W

hen the hinterlandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s property consultants gazed into their crystal balls this time last year, they expected 2011 to be a challenging one.

Their predictions were spot on.

Property sales were dampened in

January by f ooding and other natural disasters and this rather sluggish pace confronted sellers, buyers and real estate agents for most of the year. The marketing manager of the hinterlandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s continued over>

DAY & GRIMES

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75 YEARS OF

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REAL ESTATE

5 BED / 2 BATH / INGROUND POOL

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PRIVATE RETREAT

VIEWS TO â&#x20AC;&#x153;THE ROCKâ&#x20AC;?

s ,OWSET BRICK AND TILE FAMILY HOME s !IR CONDITIONING TO FAMILY AREA s 4ROPICAL GARDENS AROUND POOL s 0UBLIC RESERVE AT REAR OF PROPERTY s 7ALK TO 4!&% #OLLEGE AND 3CHOOLS s 3EPARATE UNDERCOVER ENTERTAINING

$425,000 Gary Langford 0412 348 533

1ST HOME BUYER SPECIAL!

s ACRES AT -T .INDERRY s CAR ACCOMMODATION s !MPLE ROOM FOR VAN OR BOAT s 6IEWS TO -T .INDERRY s BEDROOM AND BATHROOM s 0OLISHED TIMBER mOORS

s %LEVATED POSITION s 4ROPICAL NATURAL ACRES s 3PACIOUS FAMILY RESIDENCE s 7IDE VERANDAHS

$495,000 Gary Langford 0412 348 533

s ,ARGE INGROUND POOL s CAR GARAGE n INTERNAL ACCESS

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$775,000 Ian Black 0407 587 503

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s #NR BLOCK STREET ACCESS s M mAT BLOCK s 6IEWS TO -T .INDERRY

$330,000 Gary Blake 0416 155 634

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REDUCED TO $369,000!

Gary Langford 0412 348 533

MUST BE SOLD! Ian Black 0407 587 503

75 years at 70 Currie Street, Nambour | Phone 5441 3366 | www.dayandgrimes.com www.mypropertypreview.com.au

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Buyers are not looking at particular areas, but are looking for a good buy

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011 certainly has been challenging, and although the market has come back somewhat, there are still plenty of buyers around.

In the latter part of the year there was a steady inquiry level and we have found that buyers are not looking at particular areas, but are looking for a good buy.

More educated and market aware, the buyers are responding to perceived value and will happily proceed if the price is right.

The Sunshine Coast generally, but particularly the hinterland, is a desirable place to live, with an increasing focus on health and lifestyle awareness and self-suff ciency driving young families in search of that good plot of dirt, with water and soil being paramount.

Vegies, chooks, fruit trees and a bit of space for the kids to run around and get away from the video games are all so important.

What about the year ahead? Those sellers that are prepared to listen to the market will get good results and it’s all about the changeover. If you feel you miss out on your sale, you will certainly pick up again when you buy.

Wishing a safe and enjoyable festive season to all.

oldest real estate agency, Day & Grimes in Nambour (which celebrated its 75th birthday this year), says it’s been the toughest year in his 12 years on the job.

“We have certainly had to work harder and a lot longer just to survive,” Gary Langford tells MPP. “We got through 2011 okay but sales were probably down 40 per cent on last year.

“Having said that, we did notice an increase in inquiries towards the end of November and we’ve secured six sales since then, so we are expecting a fairly buoyant January.”

It’s fair to say that 2011 was the year for bargain hunters, with Gary estimating a seven per cent property price decrease for all dwelling types across all hinterland towns. For the f rst time in a long time, homes in Nambour and surrounding areas were selling for below $300,000.

“I think the price drop has been caused by vendors who are more negotiable because they are in a position where they need to sell,” Gary says. “The astute investor who preyed on the market, so to speak, has made an absolute killing in some areas.”

In direct contrast to the hesitation shown by many buyers this year, the Sunshine Coast Council and major commercial investors have forged ahead with projects which, Gary believes, points to an optimistic future.

“When you see national brands opening up stores in town and f lling empty shops and you see the huge amount of conf dence they have in the town, that is going to rub off,” he says.

“It will stop the exodus of shoppers from this area to Sunshine Plaza, for example, where they can access these national brands.”

A Coles supermarket for Nambour’s former Moreton Mill site was one of the bigger commercial projects approved this year and there is an expectation Aldi will soon follow. The Maleny Community Centre is earmarked for a $1.65 million upgrade, while a private consortium recently began the laborious task of restoring the

heritage-listed Big Pineapple and transforming the site into a major tourist attraction. A $40 million solar park at Valdora has also been given the green light by the council.

Victor Realty client services director Craig Heppell believes the hinterland will benef t from these types of business developments. “I think it [Coles and Aldi] is going to be a bonus for the area but it won’t have an immediate affect on demand for housing, although that will come in time,” he says. “It will certainly create employment opportunities during the construction of these projects and beyond.”

The Sunshine Coast Council has also continued throughout 2011 to invest in hinterland towns, launching new initiatives for town improvements and earmarking millions of dollars for infrastructure. Local government authorities identif ed Beerwah as a future major activity centre on the Sunshine Coast and, under the council’s new Place + program, are developing an action plan to guide the town’s future population growth. The Rural Futures Strategy was also launched earlier this year to determine measures to make the Sunshine Coast hinterland more economically viable for residents.

So while the real estate market hit a bit of a speed bump in 2011, those in the property industry remain upbeat about the hinterland’s future. Gary is quietly conf dent of a “marginal increase” in property prices next year, while Craig’s crystal ball forecast is dependant on the Reserve Bank. “I think there is a little more softening of prices to go before we level out,” Craig says. “However, once we have a couple more interest rate drops and we get to a real sweet spot with interest rates enticing investors and f rst-home buyers back to the market, that’s when you’ll see prices level out.”

And Craig’s advice for 2012? “The key for sellers is to be realistic, and for uncertain buyers to remove the fear!”

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Since the GFC was announced there has been and still is, a high degree of uncertainty due mainly to world f nancial events beyond our control in Europe and America. This uncertainty has slowed sales, creating a very favourable situation for those prepared to buy. As a consequence, the price a property is currently marketed for must be very f nely tuned and seen to be good value, or it is likely to be automatically dismissed by the majority of those looking to buy.

The period since the GFC in 2008 to the second quarter of 2011 has done two things to the market. The majority of sellers now fully realise that prices achievable previously are not achievable now, and buyers generally have determined that we are probably close to, if not at the bottom of, the market. As a result we, like many agencies, have in the past few months, and especially the past few weeks, seen a signif cant increase in buyer inquiry leading to successful sales – for us it’s been in the $500,000 to $1.7 million range with the buyers coming from interstate, Brisbane, South-East Queensland, Buderim and the range.

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