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There have always been the cool kids and bookish types, sporty achievers, outcasts, and the bullies. I can remember being teased at school – no doubt all adults have stories of being picked on to varying degrees – but I can’t say I was ever really bullied. I wish I could say the same for my little sister and my niece – both have been victims of the heartless actions of their peers.

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] aware of it, but it seems the problem is getting worse. Technology is making bullies out of children who might not otherwise have been and is bringing bullying out of the playground, out of school hours, and into the home 24/7. This week Nathan Evans investigates the issue, and meets some inspiring people who are doing something about it. That story is on page 6.

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PREVIEW Childhood bullying has shifted online, with one in four incidents now taking place in the cybersphere.

But a few dedicated locals are making a stand to end cyberbulling, which can have devastating effects on our young people.

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n February 5, 2009 Allem Halkic jumped from Melbourne’s Westgate Bridge. The 17-yearold had been threatened and abused over the internet and via text messages before his suicide, which occurred shortly before dawn on the edge of a major freeway.

His tormentor, a former friend, later avoided jail for his actions in Australia’s first prosecution for cyberbullying, telling the court he was sorry; that he missed his mate and that he “did not realise the effect of my words”. Sadly, for Allem it is too late, but for the one in six students bullied weekly in Australia, there is hope of intervention.

Allem’s story shows the potentially fatal consequences of bullying and the more recent phenomenon, cyberbullying. His story will feature in a new film by Peregian-based filmmaker Evette Henderson, aimed at exposing the enormity of the bullying problem to force positive change for victims.

It’s Henderson’s second film on the subject – she produced an eight-minute documentary starring veteran actor John Jarratt in 2010. Copies of that film, Cyber Sin, in which Jarratt plays the distraught father of a bullied teen who takes her own life, have been in high demand, in what Henderson hopes is a sign society is realising the implications of technology on bullying.

“For me this was about getting the message out there, and it’s incredible how well it has been received,” she says.

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“It’s up to schools whether they pursue the issue. But we’re really lucky that we have had a stack of schools buy the DVD, but it is still available for free online to download and always will be as, for us, this is about getting the message across to as many people as possible to see.”

For Jarratt, suicide is an issue close to home. He tells MWP he is only too happy to assist with a project that could potentially save a life from bullying.

“I’m a father of six children and I have a cousin who lost a kid to suicide, it’s such a tremendous waste of life and I will do anything I can to prevent young people killing themselves,” says Jarratt. “You have to understand that emotions run amazingly high when you’re 15, 16 and 17. You’re turning from a child into an adult and that can be kind of overwhelming in itself.

“At that age, something as simple as breaking up with your girlfriend can send you to the depths of hell, and if someone of that age is just copping it all the time, emotionally it’s like 10 times stronger than when you’re an adult and you cop a few kicks up the arse,” says Jarratt.

He hopes Cyber Sin and productions like it fill a gap in the school curriculum. “Kids get taught in schools how to read and write and arithmetic – all the cerebral stuff – but no one teaches them how to live – life’s lessons, emotional lessons,” he says.

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FAST FACTS

1 in 10 students have been bullied at least once.

1 in 4 bullying incidents happen online.

9 in 10 bullying incidents occur when other people are watching.

Cyberbullying is more harmful than face-to-face bullying because it can happen at any time.

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perpetrators to face up to the impact their actions have.

Henderson has worked with Allem’s parents, Ali and Dina, on the project.

“The focus is on the consequences of what happens. The thing is young people know cyberbullying can have a huge effect and not just in school, rather than show young people steps a bully takes it shows the consequences to really make young people realise the impact they can have if they press send,” says Henderson.

“It’s the whole sliding doors phenomenon, we’re hoping to trigger a consciousness to encourage more responsibility, but parents have to be somewhat accountable as well. If parents allow a PC in their kid’s bedroom, they need to be monitoring it.”

Forcing cyberbullies to front up to the consequences of their actions is key to reforming them, says University of the Sunshine Coast lecturer in psychology Dr Rachael Sharman.

“If you walk up to someone and bully them – hit them or say nasty things to them – you are immediately faced with their reaction – their facial expression, maybe even tears – and that is something which can hopefully result in some sort of empathy or sympathy from the bully,” says Sharman. “It’s because we’re removed from the impact of the behaviour and don’t see the impact that we are less likely to think about the consequences – that’s the issue with technology.

“What needs to be imparted to the teenager is that their actions have a serious impact. That’s the difficult part, but that’s what technology has done to the bully, it’s made them faceless, and that’s a problem.”

Federal schools minister Peter Garrett last week announced $4 million in federal funding for new online tools to tackle school bullying, including online information for parents dealing with bullying, a training module for teachers and help for student support staff.

This is a positive step. But schools need to do more, says Sharman, with greater help for bullying victims, not only to help them come forward but also to better deal with bullying. “Bullied teens can get frightened about reporting bullying because they’re convinced it will get worse and unfortunately that can happen. It needs a really strong social support system. Victims need to know that if they report it, it will be dealt with and the problem will not escalate. It’s fair to say that’s not always the case.

“I’ve seen schools that deal with these issues well, and I’ve seen schools just brush it off. Schools need to bring the bully in and tell them they are aware of what they’ve been doing and that they are watching them. It’s not rocket science, yet often schools just do not do that.

“Sometimes it gets worse for a victim after they come forward, and so they won’t come forward again.”

Bullying is a complex issue, says Sharman. “With bullying, the victims are not random,” she says. “People are picked on because of certain characteristics – one may be low social skills, for example, they don’t know how to respond to the bully.

“Children who are struggling with social skills tend to be anxious. Victims respond in a way that [conveys] distress, which is what the bully wants. If the victim was somewhat of a smooth talker they can turn it back on a bully or make a joke of it, and so the bully doesn’t get the reaction they want and they move on. If the next person bursts into tears then they’ve got their reaction,” she says The problem can be tackled both by empowering the victims with social skills and by targeting the bully. The long-term implications of bullying left uncorrected – for both the bully and victim – are great, says Sharman.

Children are less likely to tell a parent they are being cyberbullied because of a fear their technology will be taken away.

A recent survey found

Australia is the worst place for bullying over social networks.

Cyberbullies can send

threatening messages via email, Facebook, Twitter, SMS or any social network site.

They can also post

altered images of people for ridicule.

As cyberbullying involves a wide audience,

victims may get little or no respite.

John Jarratt “For victims, what we do see with long-term repeat bullying is an association with anxiety and depression later on. Part of the issue is that they may have been inclined that way in the first place, you can’t tease the chicken and the egg out of it, but certainly it will make those tendencies worse,” says Sharman. “If we look at the older bully, the repeat offender who has not responded to intervention efforts, that person is someone we need to watch and monitor. They are at risk of anti-social behaviour and criminal activity later on. That association is quite clear.

“What we are talking about here are the repeat offenders – people who don’t respond to intervention or the chat from a teacher. We do know that with the bully it can be, in young children, an expression of things going on at home. There are family factors, for example the father could be a bully or violent. Or the child could be going through a tough time like a divorce.

“With older kids we are looking at an association with anti-social tendencies, particularly if they are a repeat offender. With older teenagers the problems need some assistance and they need to be watched.”

Garrett says statistics show one in six students are bullied weekly and one in five fall victim to cyberbullies.

There is no shortage of statistics. The launch of the national BackMeUp campaign in June heard one in 10 Australian children had been bullied online, with a quarter of those being cyberbullied once every few weeks.

That campaign, an initiative of The Australian Human Rights Commission, is aimed at targeting online bullying in Australia. Speaking to students at the launch, bullying expert Donna Cross likened cyberbullying to “bullying on steroids”, as reported by AAP. On June 1, primary schools across Australia celebrated National Buddy Day – an initiative that hopes to empower children to look out for their friends. Developed by NAB and the Alannah and Madeline Foundation, the campaign has former Miss Universe Australia Jesinta Campbell – who overcame bullying as a child – as its ambassador.

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<from previous page A community effort in NSW is attempting to curb schoolyard bullying by denying offenders employment.

Any person aged under 22 seeking a job at a registered club will require a verbal referee check from their high school. If the school confirms the student was involved in bullying, they’ll be overlooked for employment.

“This program forces students to think about the effect their bullying will have on their own career, which for many is the most powerful motivator of all,” ClubsNSW chief executive Anthony Ball told AAP. “Experts tell us that bullying that goes uncorrected in the schoolyard often continues through to the workplace,” CEO of the Murray Down Golf and Country Club, Greg Roberts, told AAP. The courtroom that heard stalking charges against Shane Gerada following Allem’s suicide was told between 10 and 30 per cent of young Australians had fallen victim to cyberbullying, prompting a warning from the magistrate.

“It just demonstrates SMS messages or internet communication may have severe consequences on intended victims whether it was meant to or not,” magistrate Peter Reardon told the court, as reported by The Age. “People really should think about what they are doing instead of just hammering some message of hate or aggression.”

Allem’s mother Dina Halkic told reporters she had no idea what was happening to her son. “We’re not condemning the internet. But we had no idea. Nor did Allem show us any signs whatsoever,” she said.

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FAST FACTS A recent government survey found nearly

10%

of people admitted cyberbullying someone.

66%

Of those, reported they had also been a victim.

Bullied students are twice as likely to show

depressive symptoms the following year.

Sources: Murdoch Childrens Research Institute, and Cyberbullying and the Bystander: Research Findings and Insights Report 2011.

Parents often don’t know if their child is in trouble or just being a grumpy teenagerm ne Dr Rachael Sharman teenagers can be difficult, but it is vital parents take action if they’re worried. “Unless parents have got access to their email or text messages it can be very hard,” she says.

“They [teenagers] may start to become anxious and depressed and withdraw, their grades may suffer and there may be psychosomatic symptoms such as a sore gut, bed-wetting for younger children. Older children will typically withdraw or become isolated and cranky and that’s hard because teenagers can tend to do that anyway. Parents often don’t know if their child is in trouble or they’re just being a grumpy teenager.”

For Henderson, the crusade continues to make teenagers more accountable. She is talking with several TV networks and is confident Broken will soon be in production. “It’s under consideration with a network. This one has to be made,” she says.

“Young people want to be adults, but they need to start learning responsibility, that if they have a phone or a computer with internet access they need to be accountable.”

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As well as clocking up an impressive event tally over the past two years, she’s become a model for women in the traditionally male-dominated discipline.

Willoughby has just beat tough competition from across Australia to win the inaugural WITSUP.com Scholarship Ambassador Program – an initiative that gives an athlete the opportunity to become an ambassador for the website. The $20,000 scholarship will make Willoughby a recognisable face of the Women in Triathlon website and take her around the nation.

Judges looked for a woman with strong potential to further her ability, a genuine passion for the sport and a triathlon racing history. Willoughby’s written application and 60-second audition video impressed judges.

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Willoughby says women typically account for just 20 per cent of triathlon and ironman competitors – a statistic she hopes to help turn around in her new role. “One of my aims was to be somebody that other females could look up to and say ‘she works full time and can still train’,” says Willoughby.

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Witten and a generation of urban kids who spraypainted their initials all over Manhattan in the 1970s and ’80s and landed in the city’s street art scene are coming of age – middle age, that is.

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Witten built a reputation as a master at spray-painting extravagant graffiti pieces on freight and subway trains, a practice called train-bombing, in the neighbourhoods where he now teaches his six-year-old daughter, Lulu, to skateboard.

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Angel Ortiz recently served 41 days of a 50-day sentence in the Rikers Island jail system after being busted for spraying his tag, ‘LA Roc’, on a billboard in March last year. For decades, Ortiz, 45, has been known on Manhattan’s Lower East Side as LA II. The traumatic loss of a girlfriend brought him out of a 14-year hiatus from graffiti writing. He has since been caught three times spraying his tag on property, each time while walking a friend’s dog.

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Ortiz often recalls those golden days in the ’80s, when graffiti became the focal point of the counterculture art world and he partied with Madonna and Andy Warhol.

He still lives in the neighbourhood where a young art school dropout named Keith Haring – who later became an influential street and pop artist – showed up at his doorstep in cutoff jeans and glasses asking about his tagging style.

Graffiti documentarian and photographer Henry Chalfant looks back at Ortiz’s heyday as a revolutionary time period in street art.

“The culture is gone really,” Chalfant says. “The culture that was alive in the ’70s and ’80s doesn’t exist anymore.”

Artists gleaned the raw style off street kids, while tunnel-hopping graffiti writers honed their artistic abilities to be commercially successful. It was a time when graffiti tagging exploded into battles between artists over who could produce the edgiest, most elaborate murals in the most dangerous, inaccessible places without getting caught.

Chalfant says change came when the Metropolitan Transportation Authority took over the New York regional train system and manufacturers started to build paintresistant trains. Police also aggressively cracked down on graffiti in the ’80s and ’90s.

“The whole scene has evolved to something beyond just writing your name,” Chalfant points out. “Artists are

making comments about culture, about society. It’s a personal vision of an artist.”

Today Ortiz spends his days painting, peddling his art to galleries and buyers. He never quite rose to the same level of fame as some of his counterparts, and the appetite for graffiti art has diminished in the US art world.

Long after Haring’s death, Ortiz claims he rarely receives credit for the collaborations he and Haring did together, although his LA Roc tags are displayed on numerous Haring pieces.

Today Witten’s brushes with fame come from his freelance art writing or sporadic visits to his daughter’s school, where he teaches her classmates how to draw. Lulu knows her father draws “crazy art” – a term she picked up from seeing graffiti on trains.

From time to time, the thought of spending a few hours in a deserted freight yard still crosses Witten’s mind.

He won’t admit whether he still train-bombs, but he won’t say he doesn’t, either.

“I’ll decide when I’m too old,” he says. “Fortunately, there’s no forced retirement in graffiti.”

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Blockbusters are large pieces of graffiti. Wildstyle is a complicated form of writing with interlocking letters.

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Jennifer Forster ffrom Goal Power won the S Sports Woman of the Year Award Award. d Q. Can you tell us about your business?

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Q. What did winning the award mean to you?

A. I am still extremely humbled by the acknowledgement from my peers and colleagues in business on winning the award. It has given me the opportunity to represent sports, health and fitness as a business here on the Coast.

Q. How has it helped your business and profile?

A. The past year has been incredible.

I have met so many amazing people and been invited as a guest speaker at various events, charities and functions. And what is particularly amusing is that my tattoo is as recognisable these days as I am!

Q. What does the future hold?

A. These days I am a business partner at Goal Power Training and Fatburners Gym in Nambour.

Making fitness fun is at the core of all that we do and we intend to infect as many people as we can with this philosophy. It won’t be hard to spot us, just keep an eye out for challenges and community events that will change the way you think about fitness forever.

Q. Any words of advice for budding SCBW and this year’s nominees?

A. Don’t be afraid to be human and more importantly, don’t be afraid to show it. Who you are is your greatest asset!

Q. How has it helped your business and profile?

A. Kadoe has used the award as a stepping stone to get involved in the economic sustainability of the Sunshine Coast for future generations. The award has opened doors to people Kadoe would not normally have had access to. These open doors have provided the opportunity to acquire greater knowledge, higher profile and build new relationships that will grow stronger in the future. The award added credibility for our strategic plan to become a national company.

Carolyn Thomson from Kadoe Commercial Coatings won the Professional Business Woman Award.

Q. Can you tell us about your business?

A. Kadoe Commercial Coatings installs waterproofing, polished concrete and epoxy coatings for building professionals and commercial property owners.

Q. What did winning the award mean to you?

A. I am a late bloomer. I won this award in the year that I turned 50. This is a positive message to all business women of any age.

Anything is possible if you try. I have a nine-year-old son who is being conditioned by his environment that strong, professional women are the norm. He will go through life accepting this. How positive is that!

I am extremely proud to be a role model and this award has given me the profile to get these messages out.

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Q. What does the future hold?

A. Kadoe is testament to innovation providing opportunities for businesses who can think outside the square and solve their clients’ problems. Kadoe became a national company in May this year. This expansion has been solely based around Kadoe’s ability to develop processes to solve problems. Our profile nationally will expand rapidly over the next 12 months and provide opportunities that didn’t exist before the GFC. Q. Any words of advice for budding SCBW and this year’s nominees?

A. This is a personal journey for all finalists. Every one of them will have different expectations of the experience. Don’t be overwhelmed by the process leading up to the gala night. Enjoy every wonderful moment as for once this is all about you. Good luck to you all. You are in esteemed company and all deserving of winning on the night!

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highlights the fact that one in six Australians is deaf, hearing impaired or has a chronic ear disorder.

Local business Falls of Sound is supporting Hearing Awareness Week by offering free hearing tests during August and September. Katia Peeters is an audiologist at Falls of Sound and says hearing loss is a problem that can develop at any stage in a person’s life.

“Most often, it is gradual and painless,” she says. “You may not realise for several years that this problem is affecting you because it develops so slowly. Nevertheless, it can inhibit your ability to experience the sounds and voices around you.”

Peeters says some of the early warning signs of hearing impairment include: being able to hear but not understand; finding it hard to follow conversations in crowded or noisy environments; needing to turn the TV or radio up louder than others; or not always hearing the doorbell or the phone.

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THAILAND’S WEIGHTY ISSUE Thais have been asked to make healthier choices when donating food to monks, after a survey found that nearly half of the monks recently checked for health problems were overweight or suffering from diet-related diseases.

Of the 246 Buddhist monks in 11 provinces taking part in the survey, 45 per cent were overweight and about 40 per cent suffered from diseases such as diabetes, high blood pressure, ulcers and allergies that could be blamed on unhealthy diets, the survey conducted by the government’s Thai Health Promotion Foundation found.

The foundation, which released its results prior to the start of Vassa (Buddhist Lent) on August 3, advised laymen to be more selective about the food they donate during the three-month Lenten period when monks are restricted to their monasteries and temples.

Thais tend to offer monks rich foods that were the favourite dishes

of departed ones, such as curries and sweets, as a means of making merit.

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Dopamine is a brain neurotransmitter that controls motivation, happiness, drive, libido and energy. Eating well and exercising is crucial to be healthy, but the body is reliant on a few other things to be able to be happy, motivated, build muscle, lose fat, and produce energy. Three of those things are the right balance of food groups in your diet, protein absorption, and good nutrients.

Good nutrients, along with proteins, produce dopamine levels in the brain, further making adrenaline, so you have the energy you require to do the exercise you need to achieve the changes in your body you desire. Dopamine is made from tyrosine - an amino acid, B6, folate, zinc, magnesium, B complex, vitamin C and iron.

Depression is very common in today’s society, making it hard to get out there and exercise.

Both dopamine and serotonin deficiencies are the main causes of depression. Serotonin is also increased in production when you improve your protein absorption and nutrient intake. If depression has been a concern for you, it may be another sign that you have poor protein and nutrient absorption.

Balancing fats, proteins, and carbohydrates in the diet makes a huge difference when it comes to getting results with exercise, once you have the energy to do it. Muscle growth, and weight loss occur easily when you balance your food

groups properly, as too much of one, compared to another can influence your production of insulin. Insulin will send a message to your body to either gain or lose weight. You need to make sure your percentages of each food group is correct, while keeping your portion sizes adequate, but not more than you require.

Your body will tell you when you are not eating enough, but will not often tell you when you are eating too much.

With low dietary protein or poor absorption, your muscles cannot grow or repair. Your muscles are the engine of your body that burn calories, the more muscle you have, the more fat you will burn and the faster your metabolism will become. For anyone who is training, you require at least 3-6 protein meals daily, you also need to be absorbing it through the gut. Absorption of protein is often taken for granted. If you’ve been ill, or are a little older, there may be a lack of bacteria in the gut necessary to form a complete amino acid chain, which is where a lot of your proteins are manufactured. You should check this if you are weight training and notice no change in the muscle, or cannot lose weight. You may also notice flat moods as protein is required to make your brain neurotransmitters, hormones, motivation and energy.

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Aussie Played is a versatile and fun band, whose trademark songs from the Aussie golden years and rock ‘n’ roll classics pack dance floors wherever they perform.

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De Boer, on keyboards and vocals, has worked with prominent singers like Stevie Wright from the Easybeats, Will Scarlet and Michelle Brown, while the band’s drummer ‘Buzz’ was originally a session player for groups like the Temptations and the Drifters.

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WHERE: Solbar DATE: Friday, August 10 TICKETS: $10 from Oztix, or $10 at the door 2011 was a big year for Brisbane five-piece Pigeon, who played to large crowds at Splendour in the Grass, Parklife, and the Festival of the Sun before their first EP, Parallels, debuted at number six on the Australian iTunes Electronic Album chart. The AU Review named them as one of 12 Australian bands to look out for in 2012, and this year they have been nominated for a Queensland Music Award. Pigeon’s diverse, energetic, and fun live show is sure to delight locals.

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The band features one of Australia’s most respected guitarists and slide players, Gary Lothian, with Mike Rix on electric and upright basses and Nick Churkin delivering powerhouse vocals and drums.

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WHERE: Solbar DATE: Saturday, August 11 TICKETS: $15 at the door This Saturday Solbar will host The Upsteppers’ signature Brisbane reggae sound, an anthemic combination of compelling roots rhythms and a conscious message delivered in big band format. Delivered without compromise, The Upsteppers feature live, skanking guitars and keys, vintage three-piece horns, honey-sweet backing vocals and a workhorse rhythm section.

From West End’s cultural hub, the band has played many of Australia’s best music festivals, packed hometown venues and in communities as remote as Palm Island.

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ou either love Kyle Sandilands or hate him. Wines are a bit like media personalities, and sauvignon blanc and pinot noir can divide the normally placid wine-loving community. (Personally I feel they are all God’s children and love them all.) The savvy haters describe the aromas as akin to a cat urinating through a juniper bush, and the pinot bashers describe these wines as thin red cordial and a waste of space on the shelf. Wherever possible, I try to even out these prejudices and provide those non pinot or savvy drinkers some great examples of each, to perhaps at least get them thinking about these wines.

Sauvignon blanc has, to a large degree, been homogenised by the Marlborough producers in New Zealand – more than 70 per cent of NZ’s export wine is sauvignon blanc, with the majority coming from the Marlborough region. It has its characteristic gooseberry, lychee and passionfruit nose with a well-rounded, sweet mouth feel, with very little acid for structure. With this consistency comes predictability. I urge people to start opening their palates to other areas such as Martinborough and Central Otago, which provide a different spectrum of flavours. It is worth even travelling to Chilean or South African sav blanc. In France, the Loire Valley is home to this variety, and of course don’t forget Australian

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Pinot drinkers are vilified in a more personal sense, with attacks on one’s manhood and persuasions arising if you are caught drinking this allegedly light wine by a big, hairy biker who is scoffing down a Barossa shiraz. Yet, in blind tastings I have seen these bigoted palates tricked into the perceived perversion that is pinot noir, actually thinking these wines are bigger in fruit and structure than previously thought. When the wrapper comes off and these punters discover it’s pinot, some react as though they have just kissed their sister in a game of blindfolded spin the bottle. But in some the light goes on and the magic that is pinot noir starts to shine, as complex fruit and barrel aromas inspire, along with that multifaceted palate that can have incredible mouth feel and structure. The problem with pinot is you have to get the moths out of the wallet to get good stuff, and as is said, you pay peanuts, you get monkeys.

Every day I’m truffling They’re black, ugly, pungent and mouldy – and worth almost their weight in gold.

The kerfuffle over West Australian truffles wafted to a new high last month, with a record estimated 25,000 fungi fanatics eating their way through the annual Mundaring Truffle Festival in the Perth Hills. Now in its sixth year, the festival celebrates the state’s burgeoning truffle industry, which produces more of the aromatic fungus than the rest of Australia combined.

Most WA truffles are grown around the south-west orchard town of Manjimup, about 300 kilometres south of Perth. Fetching anywhere from $2000 to $9000 a kilogram, WA’s ‘black gold’ harvest now attracts chefs from around the world.

Celebrity chef and Rockpool founder Neil Perry, who conducted a truffle masterclass during the festival, says the local produce is as good as anywhere in the world. “A great Australian truffle is as good as a great French one,” he says.

While many home chefs will be put off by the price, Perry says a little truffle goes a long way, and rates his favourite fungal dish as the simple truffle omelette. “Truffles are best done simply,” he says.

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Jemma says

Nathan says

A SPORTY DEPARTURE FOR HONDA Jemma and Nathan take Honda’s new Civic Hatch VTi-L for a spin NATHAN: It looks like a hybrid. It’s like a little rocket ship.

JEMMA: It is a good-sized boot.

What do you think of the back end?

N: You could really put some junk in that trunk. There are some handles so you don’t have to touch the paintwork when you close the boot.

J: And a nice solid floor that lifts to reveal the spare tyre. It looks like a two-door. I really like these discreet handles on the rear doors.

N: The look of a three-door with the convenience of a five. And once inside, the cabin is rather like a cockpit.

J: So does it fly when you put your foot down?

N: We’ll soon find out. I like the vast array of buttons, it’s very sporty and the gear stick looks like a lever from a jumbo jet.

J: It’s a departure from the traditional Civic.

N: Interesting that the levers are

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European – indicator on the left. I like that they have made a feature of the rev gauge in the centre of the dash.

This is done without reducing the prominence of the speedo, which sits above as a large digital readout, just below your eye line.

J: The pedals are very sporty.

N: This car smacks of quality – the contoured seats, and the instruments and interior finish are first class.

J: The glove box is dampened so it lowers slowly. Nice.

N: There is no shortage of auxiliary points and power outlets.

J: Some of the other features of note, Nathan?

N: The push-button lights, electronic fold-in mirrors, large vanity mirrors.

Only one suggestion – I’d like to see a sunroof. Okay I am ready for take-off.

It’s a nice sound when you put your foot down. I’m a big fan of the digital speedo, which is very close to the windscreen, and the brakes are solid.

J: How does it handle the corners?

N: NASA would be proud, and the acceleration is very competent. The

rear window is interesting. It’s divided horizontally by a cross bar, with the lower part of the hatch frame filled in with glass. So while it gives the impressive of being high-backed car, it’s not at the cost of visibility.

J: How are the brakes?

(Nathan slams on the brakes.)

N: They’re good. The steering wheel is easy to grip and the car is quick to oblige when you put your foot down.

J: The handling?

N: The steering is sensitive at speed, which means you have to stay alert.

And there is minimal engine noise once cruising. The engine revs at a relaxed 2000rpm at 100km/h, which is impressive for a four-cylinder engine that is on the smaller side.

J: Let’s take a look at these extras.

The dual-zone air-conditioning for a start is fantastic for the Coast.

N: I could get used to driving this. continued over>

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< from previous page J: Not too small for you? You like a big car.

N: Yes but still, I love the cockpit feel of being in the driver’s seat. It surrounds you with instruments, dials and lights. And it’s a deep dash which conveys size. I am a big fan of these all-embracing seats. This is entertaining to drive and not just in the way it drives, but in part due to the array of bright lights on the dash.

It has an upmarket stereo system too.

It’s not quite as peppy as some of our other tests but you can still pull away in a hurry and get yourself out of trouble.

J: Okay, my turn. It’s a quality steering wheel. It’s smooth leather.

There’s plenty of storage and, when you’re in the driver’s seat, it feels like a bigger car than it is. I like the information button on the wheel.

You press it to select between radio information, temperature, fuel and trip meter and then back to the clock.

N: It has bluetooth hands-free for your phone.

J: I agree that you do have to keep a close eye on the road as the steering is so responsive. Your eye does go to the

rev gauge rather than the speedo above it. But that may be because I’m shorter than you are and it could just be something you get used to.

N: Being shorter than me?

J: No, the location of the speedo.

(Jemma nearly misses the turn-off.)

N: Hmmm. It handles median strips well.

J: (Ignoring Nathan) It nicely handles corners.

N: It is interesting that there is no cigarette lighter. It doesn’t bother me as a non-smoker but others might miss that.

J: It has good suspension. I’ve hit a couple of pot holes now.

N: Deliberately.

J: But you haven’t said anything.

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their destination and Jemma begins to park the car, they discover a reversing camera that activates when the reverse gear is selected.)

J: I wonder what other appointments this car has that we’ve missed, because they are so discreetly hidden away?

N: The camera feature is handy.

J: Yes that’s a really important safety feature. It’s an interesting add-on for a small car, something I would expect to see only in a four-wheel drive or large car. I’m also a big fan of the under-seat storage in this car. My own Honda has it as well.

(Jemma gets into the back of the car and starts pulling the seats about.)

J: The seats also fold almost flat, plus you’ve got your centre console that pulls down from the seat, with cup holders, or just use it as an arm rest.

N: You certainly know your way around the back seat of a Honda.

J: Yes. There is plenty of room in the back here for two adults, Nathan.

That’s not an invitation by the way.

I’m just pointing it out.

MWP wishes to thank Sunshine Coast Honda for supplying the test car.

DETAILS Five-door hatch with four-cylinder petrol engine and 5-speed Grade Logic Control auto transmission.

TECH STUFF 1.8-litre inline four-cylinder SOHC i-VTEC engine producing 104kW of power at 6500rpm and 174Nm at 4300rpm.

FEATURES Hill Start Assist; remote keyless entry; shark-fin antenna; tailgate spoiler; heated electronically retractable door mirrors; cruise control; heated front seats; drilled alloy pedals; intelligent multiinformation display; dual zone climate control; 360-watt premium sound system with seven speakers including subwoofer; bluetooth hands-free phone capability; airbags; anti-lock braking; electronic brakeforce distribution; reversing camera; vehicle stability assist with traction control; engine immobiliser.

THIRST 6.5litres/100km combined figure.

VERDICT Visually appealing, feature-rich sporty hatchback with quality interior and zippy performance.

BOTTOM LINE $33,341 driveaway (optioned to match test car).

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From a work perspective, women are also feeling under fire from their boss on their choice of wheels, with one in five feeling most judged on their car choice in a work situation.

The Carsguide.com.au Free Way survey examined what causes Aussies to trade in their wheels, with insecurity and practicality topping the list. Both men and women agree family is the biggest critic of our car choice, with one in three saying a family gathering was the time they feel most judged on their vehicle.

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ast time we laid eyes on the Chrysler 300C, it arrived in Australia with all the subtlety of a Super Bowl halftime show.

Big, brassy and dripping in chrome and attitude, the car which came to be known by many as the ‘Pimp Mobile’ strutted its way onto the Aussie market like a bunch of off-duty American sailors landing in town looking for a good time.

Instead of the marching bands and cheergirls, the revised model’s launch was heralded by a restrained launch event and stylish ad campaign declaring the 300 to be ‘timeless’.

The throwback campaign isn’t the only retro touch. The 300 name, of course, harks back to the iconic Chrysler models of the early ’50s.

And the car still pays homage in style and essence to some of those great Chrysler machines – with some glorious retro touches and, perhaps most of all, a price list that seems to have turned back the clock. Helped

partly by the surging Aussie dollar, and partly by an aggressive new pricing strategy, the entry-level version of the new model hits the market as much as $10,000 cheaper than the previous 300C – and the flagship SRT V8 model undercuts its predecessor by even further.

While unmistakably a Chrysler, the new model is more elegant in appearance. Fiat-Chrysler Australia’s CEO and president Clyde Campbell says the brand has no bigger goal than

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to “look at what consumers care about – we want to delight them”.

The entry-level Chrysler 300 with a 3.6-litre V6 is priced from as little as $43,000. Add a frugal V6 turbo-diesel and the base-model rises to $48,000 – up to $56,000 for the Luxury model with features ranging from full leather trim to heated and chilled cup holders. Electronic pedestrian protection is among 65 advanced safety features Chrysler claims.

And the halo model SRT with a

6.4-litre, 347-kilowatt V8 engine, may be the best-value performance machine on the planet with a price starting at $66,000.

There’s no guarantee, of course, the 300 will be successful. Campbell acknowledged as much – noting the car was being launched into a big-car segment that, around the world, has been in a tailspin of late. “We think there is a way to make this segment work – it’s not about the size of the car, it’s about the value equation and we think we’ve got the right badge and the right interior design to deliver value with this car,” he says.

There might be time to bring out the marching bands after all.

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38 Cover Story Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve come so ffar: llooking k back at the way we were

CONTENTS 40 Auctions & Market Tracker 61 Hinterland 62 Classifieds 62 Rentals

REAL ESTATE AGENT INDEX 52 Belle Property 61 Day & Grimes 50 Elders Palmwoods 46 First National 40 Just Real Estate 47 Kennedy Property 44 Michael Knights 45 Mooloolaba Real Estate 54 Next Property Group 48 Platinum Properties 39 PRD Nationwide 50 Professionals Kawana 46 Raine & Horne 50 RealWay 58 RE/MAX 62 Riddell Real Estate 44 Seaside Real Estate 47 Vic Murphy 48 Waterfront Agents

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THE DAY PREVIEW MWP sat down with three Coast real estate agents to reminisce about the days when marketing meant popping a sign up in the agency window, buyers walked in off the street and contracts were just one page.

WORDS Jarna Baudinette

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oved to the Sunshine Coast any time in the past 40 years? You’re not alone. Our region has expanded rapidly over the past few decades, growing from a series of sleepy villages dotting the shoreline around Nambour to the 10th largest metropolitan area in Australia.

This has mostly happened because, over the years, tens of thousands of tourists have arrived here on holidays, fallen in love with the area and then bought a home. And even if you did this 30 years ago, there’s a chance your first real estate agent is still working in the local market. While we are a relatively new region, our property industry has a few seasoned old-timers, including Jean Hamer, who was living on the Gold Coast in 1967 when she bought a real estate agency in Alexandra Headland.

“I think there were only three or four agencies here at the time,” Hamer says. “We bought a long-established agency and set about running it – my husband at the time did the sales and I did the rentals.

“It was called rentals then, there was no fancy name or ‘property p p y management g nt department’. p And it was only ly holid holiday rentals,

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because there was no such thing as a permanent rental.”

The Christmas and Easter holidays were the busiest, and when those tourists had gone home Hamer would have other visitors from the southern states, who booked winter accommodation for two or three months at a time.

“A lot of the ones who did that would stay, or would decide to buy something here to retire up to,” she says.

“And everyone drove up here – they certainly didn’t have flights into the Coast.”

After Hamer and her husband separated she took over the agency, making her one of the Coast’s first female sales agents and agency principals (she later became the REIQ’s first female branch and state president). She says the sales enquiry process was very different in those days.

“Everyone who wanted to sell something would come into the office and ask you to sell their property,” she says.

“There was no letterbox dropping – when someone wanted to buy they would come into the office [too]. They were coming to you.”

Bill Ellis and his wife owned an agency in Palmwoods for the 24 years leading up to 2004, and he says when he returned tto the industry in 2010, the biggest change he was in the way people were buying real estate. noticed wa He doesn’ doesn’t believe a decline in walk-in trade over the past few yyears indicates a slackening in the market, but p rather fundamental change in the way people interact ra ather a fu with the in wi industry.

“Certainly “Certa they are using the internet more – the days we would drive people around for a period of time where w w are generally gone,” Ellis says. “At one stage, somebody ar re gene walk in or ring to enquire about a property, and would w w put a few together and try to get it near the mark we’d p w what you’d ask for, then get half a dozen keys and of wh o away we’d go.” aw Hamer agrees. “Your car was your office, and you H had to have it immaculate – we’d have inspections of h the salespeople’s cars,” she says. “Then you’d drive th around all day. You hear the old jokes about signing aro ar contracts on the bonnet of the car, but that was co on true!” tr ru In those days a sales contract was a single, double-sided foolscap page, with “a lot of do o handwriting, clauses crossed out and initialled,” han h Ellis says.

Elli E Morrie Bernhardt of Mooloolaba Real Estate M has been selling real estate on the Coast for 28 ha as b years ye ears and agrees the paperwork involved has become much more complex. “For instance, [in the becom me mu listing sheet was one sheet of paper and you got the past] a llist owner to ssign the bottom of it,” Bernhardt says. “These M Y W EEK LY PREVIEW.C OM .A U

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days you have to get them to sign a long document, a contract in itself. And contracts of course have become a lot more complicated than they were 30-odd years ago.”

Bernhardt, who recently celebrated his 82nd birthday, started his career in Sydney as an office boy for LJ Hooker in 1946 and quickly decided he wanted to be a salesman. As well as prices – he bought a two-bedroom unit overlooking the water at Seaforth on Alex Parade for $79,500 in 1984 – he says the biggest change to the industry has been the growth of technology.

“When I came here 28 years ago, the computer we had in our office was a huge thing which used to make terrible noises. We used to have it serviced and it cost me $350 per month to service it,” he says. “When I bought the next computer I paid it off at $350 per month and it never broke down.”

Hamer also remembers real estate before computers or mobile phones.

“We were very progressive when we came [to the Coast], we’d had a building company and we still had our two-way radios so we put them in the salespeople’s cars,” she says. “They’d be sitting out the front of a house and would radio the office, and we’d call the owners,” before radioing the salesperson back to let them know it was okay to go in.

Even after the shift to computers there was still no email, making it difficult to get contracts signed in a hurry. Working on the sale of the land site

where the Osprey building now stands, Hamer says she called in a few favours from local pilots.

“We had friends always trying to get extra hours in their small planes, so they’d fly us out to Roma, up to Hervey Bay or down to the Gold Coast,” she says. “It would have taken you five or six hours to drive there, so we’d fly in and maybe beat other agents who may have been driving, get it all signed, and people would be quite impressed you’d flown in.”

The internet has also opened up the market to more buyers. Bernhardt relishes the idea that people in Sydney or Melbourne can now see photos of a potential investment unit online – something unheard of for the majority of his career. “No doubt, yes, it’s made a huge difference,” he says. “We still get a few [walk-ins] – but normally they enquire on the internet. It’s so differently done.”

Ellis says people are now essentially doing their own research online – including finding relevant statistics or price data from the council or property analysts – before contacting an agent.

“This info was always available but not as easily; you had to physically go into an office and pay for it. Buyers are certainly more informed,” Ellis says.

However, he doesn’t see real estate ever shifting to a completely online market.

“People still want to physically look at property,” he says. “You see the photo and it can either do [the property] justice or not, so until

you physically see the property, or unless l you ou know the area, you don’t know.”

Hamer says the ethos behind the industry has remained the same, and the culture and respect between Coast agents is still strong, even though there are plenty more in the market now.

“It’s a people business – you can’t make people buy anything, unless they love it,” she says.

“I don’t like just calling it a deal. It’s the biggest amount of money anyone will spend – whether it’s $200,000, $500,000 or $1 million – so it’s a very serious business we do and it’s not to be treated flippantly.”

And while the ‘old-timer’ values of “manners, ethics, and treating people as you’d treat your mother” still ring true, Hamer says she isn’t keen to return to the good old days any time soon.

“It’s pretty difficult to make big dollars, but you stick to what’s tried and true,” she says. “And I certainly don’t want to go back to having a manual typewriter.”

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4/9 TOWNSEND ROAD, BUDERIM Passed in. / 3 bed, 2 bath, 1 car Belle Property Buderim 5456 0219, Bevan Horsnell 0412 512 257

1 MACADAMIA COURT, BUDERIM On site Saturday August 11 @ 11am Next Property Group 1300 400 777, Chris Pace 0417 196 600, Loren Wimhurst 0415 380 222

7 TROYWOOD CRESCENT, BUDERIM Under contract. / 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Belle Property Buderim 5445 6722, Peter Hill 0418 879 885 111 EUDLO FLATS ROAD, DIDDILLIBAH Passed in at $380,000. / 2 bed, 1 bath, 8 car Waterfront Agents, Trevor & Glenys Martin 0400 818 777 11 ROSE MARIE DRIVE, DIDDILLIBAH Looking for offers. / 4 bed, 4 bath, 2 car RealWay Property Consultants, Lauren McCarthy 0406 962 578, Jarrad McCarthy 0410 052 219 1 CALAIS COURT, KULUIN Passed in at $470,000. / 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Mooloolaba Real Estate 5444 1066, Grant Cheatham 0411 467 917 64 PERWILLOWEN ROAD, NAMBOUR Passed in, negotiations still continuing. / 3 bed, 1 bath, 1 car Carolans First National 5441 1344, Stephen Colasimone 0413 416 952 16 CARDINAL COURT, PALMWOODS Sold for $392,000. / 4 bed, 2 bath, 5 car First National Palmwoods 5445 9666, Vanessa Brunton 0467 448 850 25 HOUGTONS ROAD, PALMWOODS Passed in, no bids. / 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Elders Palmwoods 5478 9122, John Magrath 0421 828 412, Natalie Massa 0402 807 260 23 UNIVERSITY WAY, SIPPY DOWNS Negotiating post auction. / 4 bed, 2 bath, 3 car Belle Property Buderim 5456 0219, Fiona Louie 0401 222 150

5 MACKENZIE GREEN, BUDERIM On site Saturday August 11 @ noon RE/MAX Realty Excellence 5476 7654, Leigh Roberts, Amber Fox 0414 407 609 35 VISTA PARK DRIVE, BUDERIM On site Saturday August 11 @ 1pm RealWay Property Consultants Caloundra 5436 0700, Lauren McCarthy 0406 962 578, Jarrad McCarthy 0410 052 219 48/11 CANBERRA TERRACE, KINGS BEACH On site Sunday August 12 @ 1pm Raine & Horne Mooloolaba 5444 3000, Terry Petersen 0403 022 645 3B TWIN RIDGES ROAD, MONS On site Saturday August 11 @ 11.30am Belle Property Buderim 5456 0263, Jan Withers 0403 737 790 61 TANIA AVENUE, PALMWOODS On site Saturday August 11 @ 9am Next Property Group 1300 400 777, Craig Porter 0411 554 880 61 ELOUERA DRIVE, YANDINA On site Saturday August 11 @ noon Next Property Group 1300 400 777, Richard Scrivener 0416 799 188, Robyne Williams 0488 999 536

Market Tracker A list of what’s recently sold on the Coast: 3/254 ALEXANDRA PARADE, ALEXANDRA HEADLAND $312,000 / 2 bed, 1 bath, 1 car Next Property Group, Kate Jewry & John Skerlak

12 ATLANTIS PARADE, ALEXANDRA HEADLAND $765,000 / 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Next Property Group, Chris Pace 1/65 YAKOLA PARADE, ALEXANDRA HEADLAND $200,000 / 2 bed, 1 bath, 1 car Mooloolaba Real Estate, Michael Cornilsen 66 OOMOO STREET, BUDDINA $475,000 / 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Mooloolaba Real Estate, Neil Bickley 8 DAWES DRIVE, BUDERIM $430,000 / 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Next Property Group, Tracey McAllansmith LOT 5, 63 GILBERT STREET, BUDERIM $470,000 / land Next Property Group, Damien Michael & Craig Porter 9/4 CALOUNDRA ROAD, CALOUNDRA $344,000 / 3 bed, 1 bath, 1 car Seaside Real Estate, Rob Hurman & Di Hurman 12 FOREST HILL DRIVE, MAROOCHY RIVER $445,000 / 3 bed, 1 bath, 3 car Next Property Group, Kate Jewry & John Skerlak 28 MURRINDI STREET, MINYAMA $575,000 / 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Next Property Group, Karen Jones & Bree Charles 302 OLD GYMPIE ROAD, MOOLOOLAH VALLEY $580,000 / 4 bed, 2 bath, 3 car Elders Palmwoods, Natalie Massa & John Magrath 6 BONAPARTE PLACE, PALMWOODS $386,000 / 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Elders Palmwoods, Steve Miller & John Magrath 1 PELICAN WATERS BOULEVARD, PELICAN WATERS $905,000 / 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Seaside Real Estate, Peter Crowe *As supplied by contributing real estate agencies

Experience the difference • Approx. 10 mins to Maroochydore & Mudjimba Beaches, Sunshine Plaza & CBD • Natural Parklands and Fish Stocked Lakes • Sports Complex, Running Track, Walking Trails • Children’s Playgrounds • Community Centre • Child Care Centre - NOW OPEN

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In a tightly held location only 50 metres from the beach, this home has been cleverly designed so each room boasts a view of the ocean, gardens or pool. The top-quality kitchen has stunning views and is positioned for entertaining, while the master bedroom and ensuite also take in the best of the views on this level.

The ground floor is almost self-contained with a kitchenette, family room, three spacious bedrooms and a full bathroom. There are a timber-lined media room on the split level and decks around the pool and gardens.

6 William Street, Shelly Beach 5 bed, 3 bath, 2 car Auction on site Sunday September 2 @ 11am Next Property Group 1300 400 777 Karen Jones 0405 122 526

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Stop dreaming. Start building.

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dwelling prices have firmed a little over the past couple of months, and business credit has over the past six months recorded its strongest growth for several years. The exchange rate, however, has remained high, despite the observed decline in the terms of trade and the weaker global outlook.”

The board believes inflation will be consistent with the target and growth will stay on trend, but given the global outlook, it’s appropriate to leave the cash rate untouched.

However, not everyone agrees.

Real Estate Institute of Australia president Pamela Bennett released a statement shortly after the announcement, saying the RBA’s decision to leave official interest rates unchanged is disappointing for home buyers.

And the Housing Industry Association said while the decision was widely expected, it didn’t “provide any solace to a home building industry that faces the prospect of further deterioration in activity from existing weak levels”.

t its meeting earlier this week the Reserve Bank of Australia Board left the cash rate unchanged at 3.50 per cent.

The last time the nation’s central bank cut the rate was in June, by a quarter of a percentage point.

This followed the half a percentage point reduction in May. Having picked up in the early months of 2012, growth in the world economy has since softened, claims the RBA. “Current assessments are that global GDP will grow at no more than average pace in 2012. Most commodity prices have declined, which has helped to reduce inflation and provided scope for some countries to ease macroeconomic policies. Australia’s terms of trade peaked nearly a year ago, though they remain historically high.”

The RBA adds, “Monetary policy is easier than it was for most of 2011, with interest rates for borrowers a little below their medium-term averages. While it is too soon to see the full impact of those changes,

Serg Gubecka is the new face at Professionals ls Kawana. A real estate agent with more than 17 years’ experience, Serg is also a licensed auctioneer.

Professionals Kawana principal Edwin Limque ue says, “Serg understands the art of negotiation and making people feel comfortable with the buying process. He is results oriented and solution based and will do what is right for the client.

“Serg is a committed agent who consistently exceeds client expectations.”

Godwin’s landlords a step ahead Local investors using the property management services of Team Godwin Real Estate are set to be more informed about the real estate market than ever before. The agency has recently switched to the Ireviloution Intelligence property management software system, and principal Luke Godwin says the change will ensure his clients receive consistently high-quality service.

“We now have a system that not only assists us in our day-to-day property management operations, but also constantly feeds us information on market rental values and trends, and keeps our agents up-to-date with this information so they can provide a higher level of information to our clients,” Godwin says. “For landlords, this will assist in keeping your investment at the maximum returns by regularly reviewing the rental income compared to the rest of the market.”

Mortgagee Sale Two Esplanade Development Sites + Five Beach Houses Woodgate, Queensland 4660

Lot 801 *2,087sq m

Five Beach Houses

The Esplanade

Lott 901 *9,90 00sq m

Acacia Street Outline Indicative Only

For Sale S in One O Line or Considered C S Separately Lot 801, 151-152 Esplanade

Lot 901, 170 Acacia Street

5 Beach Houses, 151-152 Esplanade

*2,087sq m D.A. approved for 9 villas + shop / café *58 metre Esplanade frontage

*9,900sq m D.A. approved for 46 bea ach houses (balance of 72 lots) Potential for new design and approvals

Expressions of Interest closing 4pm Thursday 16 August 2012

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REAL ESTATE

AUCTION ON SITE SATURDAY 1ST SEPTEMBER AT 11.30AM

WILL SELL – OWNER HAS TO GO Owner’s disappointment to sell this waterfront designer home on a 812m² block could be your lucky day.

4 bed | 4 bath | 2 car | Inspect: Saturday 11-11.30am Address: 11 Abbey Court, Pelican Waters

• 4 bedroom/2 with ensuites • 3 living areas • Security and ducted air-conditioning

Web ID: 111220891 8

• Media with Cinema Scope screen and projector • Walk to bowls club, private school, beach and shops

AUCTION:

Agent: Rhonda Matthews 0409 762 895

On the water in Minyama

POSITION IS IMPORTANT This 6-year-old home on a 759m² lot has a sought-after location in a quiet and private cul-de-sac, with an inviting driveway into the residence.

• 4 bedroom with master ensuited • Study + media/sitting room • Security and intercom systems, solar hot water

• Exceptionally spacious 3 car garage • Sound construction of rendered concrete block

4 bed | 2 bath | 3 car | Pool Inspect: Saturday 11-11.30am Address: 28 Artunga Place, Pelican Waters

PRICE: $640,000 neg.

Web ID: 110357201

Th This his nor north-facing, th h-faci f ing, d deep eep waterf waterfront frontt h home omee of om off offers fers directt ocean access, with d di ith h grassed d areas lleading di tto a private jetty. Outside is a great backyard with a poolside entertaining area and a gazebo by the water’s edge. The home requires some TLC and features three bedrooms, with the master being ensuited, a large kitchen with ample cupboard and bench space, and a spacious lounge and dining area with water views. There are walking tracks and parkland close by and the home is within walking distance of Kawana shops.

17 Bangalow Street, Minyama 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car, 1 office $725,000 plus Waterfront Agents 5477 6114 Trevor & Glenys Martin 0400 818 777

Agent: Denise Ruhle 0413 956 153

PROPERTY INVESTING COURSE

You’re Invited to Our Free Information Evening

Wednesday 15th August. LIMITED SEATS AVAILABLE You will learn how you can create a passive income through property in today’s market. Understand how you can become independently wealthy by buying and selling at the bottom of the cycle.

Some of the topics: • We will teach you how to become a successful property investor • Learn how to achieve a 40% plus return on your investments • Learn the tricks from Millionaire Property Developers • Find out where to buy, how to buy and sell and how to negotiate on your own • We will show you all aspects of property investing and development

We cater for first time investors, first home buyers, experienced property participants, builders and developers – anybody who has a passion for property. This is a step by step programme.

6pm registration for 6.30pm start at Complete Property Training U9, Capital One Building, Capital Place, Kawana Home Central

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1 Beethoven Cct, Sippy Downs

This immaculate immaculate property p op pr perty y is ideal for family living and features four spacious bedrooms, including the main with ensuite and large walk-in robe. There are three separate living areas, including a media room, and a gourmet kitchen overlooking the pool and alfresco entertaining area.

The 602-square metre block is beautifully landscaped and across from a park.

Mooloolaba 5444 1066

4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car $499,000 PRD Nationwide Sippy Downs 5450 1100 Gavin Flaton 0414 826 687

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This modern 2 bedroom unit is perfect for someone looking for any easy care lifestyle or the investor looking for long term capital growth and best of all forget the car and walk to it all! Positioned on the sixth floor the unit features an open floor plan with a contemporary design; complete with stainless steel appliances, stone bench top, air-conditioning, study nook and a fantastic balcony which overlooks the golf course. When the golf course relocates the council plans to turn the outlook into beautiful functional parklands, which in turn you will have direct access to. Located 100m from the Sunshine Plaza, Horton Park and only minutes walk to local shops and the newly planned Emporio’ precinct of Sunshine Cove.

Auction: Onsite 25/8/12 at 1.30pm

Mark ‘Ossie’ Osborne

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IST L L L FU EVED ACHI 54 Palm Drive, Mooloolaba

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SOLD 9 Anthony Avenue, Mooloolaba

July 2012

SOLD 40 Pittards Road, Buderim

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SOLD July 2012

21 Jeune Drive, Buderim

Contact: Grant Cheatham 0411 467 917

UNDER CONTRACT July 2012

SOLD 53 Caribbean, Mooloolaba

July 2012

SOLD 16 /18 Maroubra Street, M’dore 27 June 2012

Please feel welcome to call for an obligation/ hassle free appraisal of your home’s worth in our current market conditions

SOLD CONJUNCTION SALE 3 Wotama Street, Mooloolaba l l b JJuly l 2 2012 012

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Renovated Minyama villa One off only a few renova renovated vat villas, this home features new kitchen benchtops,dishwasher and tapware and new timber window furnishings. There are a large living area with air-conditioning and lock-up car accommodation plus off-street parking. The quiet complex is pet-friendly on application.

150/4 Longwood Street, Minyama 3 bed, 1 bath, 1 car $335,000 Platinum Properties 5437 8806 Steve Turner 0412 679 488 & Geoff Ohmsen 0412 103 147

R H Mooloolaba 5444 3000

Unit 48 / 11 Canberra Terrace , Kings Beach 300+sqm of Luxury Penthouse Living

Very Affordable Alex Beach Front Apartment

View Saturday 12:00-1:00pm Sunday 12:00-1:00pm

Open the front door and take a minute to appreciate the massive indoor entertainment area which opens to a large deck with spectacular views of the shipping lanes right round to the Hinterland and Glass House Mountains. Other features include: 3 spacious bedrooms, jumbo size ensuite, 3 car garage and storage area. This home will be sold under instruction from the Administrator.

• Studio apartment • Ocean views • Large north facing balcony • Fully furnished & air-conditioned • Competent On Site Management • Pool & BBQ in complex • Just steps away from Alexandra Headland’s patrolled surfing beach • Transport and restaurants at your door

Agents Terry Petersen 0403 022 645

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Auction

INSPECT Saturday 11-11.30am MAROOCHYDORE 5409 9910 SHANE PURSSELL 0402 012 142 WEB www.mfnre.com.au/2070428

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AUCTION

MAROOCHYDORE APARTMENT 1 / 11-13 ELIZABETH FARM COURT

Dual Occupancy Up for Grabs!!

Affordable Brick Duplex

Work from home or set up the extended family. This stylish twostorey home has a self-contained flat and is a great opportunity for the savvy buyer. Alternatively it could be an awesome family home at a very affordable price. The owners are not here to mess around and want a result immediately.

• 3 bedroom home with polished wooden floors • Self-contained 1 bedroom flat or home office/studio • Large outdoor undercover deck overlooking pool Be quick as this versatile home is one to snap up. We are selling!!.

• 2 bedroom villa apartment in small complex of 2 • Tiled living area • Workable kitchen • Good size bedrooms with bay windows and built-ins • Large exclusive courtyard • Single lock-up garage with internal entry • Self-managed body corporate with affordable body corp fees • Cul-de-sac position

AUCTION Saturday 25th August on site at 12 noon INSPECT Saturday 12-12.30pm MAROOCHYDORE 5479 6600 KIM BOURGOIS 0416 237 484 WEB www.mfnre.com.au

ALEXANDRA HEADLAND $299,000 APARTMENT 405 ‘ALEXANDRA BEACH RESORT’, 180 ALEXANDRA PARADE

INSPECT Saturday 12-12.30pm MAROOCHYDORE 5409 9910 SHANE PURSSELL 0402 012 142 WEB www.mfnre.com.au/2117045

NAMBOUR 16 CRUSHER PARK DRIVE

Alex Beachfront Apartment

This charming 3 bedroom home is located just metres from both Crusher Park football ground and the Nambour Showgrounds.

Offering a bright and spacious lounge room, hardwood timber flooring throughout, a modern stylish kitchen and a huge fully fenced backyard. This is the perfect start into the property market for first home buyers and an equally good rental property for investors. The owner has issued clear instructions to have this property sold on or before Auction day. All prior offers are welcome.

AUCTION Saturday 25th August on site at 1pm INSPECT Saturday 11-11.30am CAROLANS 5441 1344 STEPHEN COLASIMONE 0413 416 952 WEB www.carolans.net

INSPECT By Appointment MAROOCHYDORE 5409 9910 SHANE PURSSELL 0402 012 142 WEB www.mfnre.com.au/2109422

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Get a Good Head Start – Under the Hammer!

• 2 bedroom ensuite apartment • 4th floor with ocean views • Large balcony with excellent northerly outlook • Modern kitchen • Fully furnished • Air-conditioned • Excellent complex facilities including lagoon pools, gym and bbq • Opposite patrolled beach

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Water views on Kawana Island

Unit 27 ‘Island Quays’, 51 Grand Pde, Kawana Island 2 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Mid $400,000s Howcroft & Associates 5413 9207 Jacque Howcroft 0431 815 991

With h tranquil water view views ws from a balcony overlooking the park, this home is perfect for entertaining and features ducted air-conditioning and quality fixtures and fittings throughout. The pet-friendly complex has a full-size tennis court, resort-style lap pool with spa and barbecue area set in landscaped gardens.

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1/11-13 Elizabeth Farm Court, Maroochydore 2 bed, 1 bath, 1 car $259,000 First National Maroochydore 5479 6600 Shane Purssell 0402 012 142

This two-bedroom vvilla ill lla is in small complex of two with affordable, self-managed body corporate fees. There are a tiled living area, workable kitchen and two good-size bedrooms with bay windows and built-in wardrobes.

Outside are a large, exclusive courtyard and single lock-up garage with internal entry.

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REAL ESTATE

SCHINDLER’S LISTINGS Mooloolaba – 12 Jacaranda Drive. Solid 3 bedroom home in sought-after location. Large open plan living, light, bright and airy, high ceilings, plus a second living area which could easily be converted to a large 4th bedroom.

Add an entertaining pergola to capture northern aspect. NOW VACANT AND MUST BE SOLD. $399,000 View Sat 11.00 - 11.30 Maroochydore – 13 May Street. Lock up and hit the road? Fully fenced private and secure, 8 years old, 4 bed plus office, 2 bath home. DLUG. 450sqm block. Easy walk to beach, CBD and major shopping.

High $400,000s View Sat 12.00 - 12.30 Maroochydore – 1/15 Broadwater Avenue. 100m to the river, modern duplex/townhouse, 3 generous bedrooms, 2 bath, 3 toilets, double lock-up garage, 2 separate living areas + study nook. Only 6 years old. Large entertaining garden. Minimum Body Corps. Offers over $490,000 View Sat 1.00 - 1.30

Glennis Schindler 0412 737 324

Maroochydore – “Maxwellton” 5/7 Denna Street. Only minutes walk to Maroochy River and medical centre. 2 bedroom, ground floor unit. Large gardened courtyard. Private and secure. Single lock-up garage. $289,000 View Sat 2.00 - 2.30 Maroochydore Beach Precinct. Renovate or detonate – you decide. 3 bedroom home on level 607m² allotment with east facing backyard. This entry level property will not last long.

Now only $359,000 Inspect by Appt Buderim – 3 Gossamer Drive. Perfect alternative to unit living – no body corps. 1-year-old, 3 bed + office, 3 bath home. 532sqm block. Room for caravan. $359,000 Inspect by Appt

Donna-Lee Foster 0422 230 896

Cnr Sixth Ave & Aerodrome Rd, Maroochydore | 5443 2433 | www.vicmurphy.com.au

YAROOMBA BEACHFRONT 1 Whitehaven Parade, Yaroomba

4 Bed | 4 Bath | 2 Car | Pool

A stunning example of building technology and design, with high ceilings, grand entrance, and a seamless flow of clean lines, from living to outdoor terraces. The architecture brings the outdoors in creating that beach house feel while being surrounded by contemporary style, high end design and smart lighting. This is a prime absolute beachfront location on beautiful Yaroomba Beach.

There is a deep water lap pool which surrounds and finishes with a layered flat stone water feature. Entertain while taking in the marvellous views of Mount Coolum. In all there are four bedrooms, four bathrooms, two powder rooms and two studies. The property also has fully ducted air conditioning throughout, as well as lots of other features.

Put yourself in the picture and make an appointment to view this property.

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www.platinumproperties.net.au Shop 4 Dwyer House, 256 Nicklin Way, Warana.

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Convenient and Functional Family Home 9 Kurrajong Crescent, MERIDAN PLAINS Located in a quiet street with an easy walk to parks, Lutheran College and only minutes to the new hospital precinct.

• Modern energy efficient home, separate study, media room • Open plan living, stylish kitchen, air con and ceiling fans • Alfresco undercover entertaining area, salt water pool • Convenient side access for trailer or boat, 5000 litre water tank • 50 metres to park, 600 metres to school

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This contemporary This Thi conttemporary re rendered nder d ed dh home ome b boasts oasts separate lliving areas on either h side d off the h appealing, well-appointed kitchen. There are three bedrooms, a study nook and two spacious bathrooms, including an ensuite alongside the walk-in robe off the master bedroom.

A private outdoor entertaining area is the perfect place to relax and looks out to established, low-maintenance tropical gardens and lawn.

The home is in a quiet, no-through street within walking distance of Mountain Creek schools.

35 Fernleigh Cres, Mountain Creek 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Offers over $430,000 Next Property Group 1300 400 777 Jason Burns 0417 762 001

BEACH LOVERS & INVESTORS MOOLOOLABA, 4/84 Parkyn Parade, “The Spit”

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• Add some TLC and reap the rewards into the future • Structurally sound and comfortable with a good layout • Enjoy tranquil water views from spacious family zones • Grassed areas, inground pool and gazebo on the waterside • Play and sail from your doorstep with safe, direct ocean access • A great location close to parklands, walking tracks & local amenities This property oozes potential and will offer exceptional value!

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Steve Kealey

Beachside Retro – Does It Get Any Better Cnr Pacific Boulevard and Mungala Street, BUDDINA It’s one of those few spots along Pacific Boulevard where there are expansive ocean views north and south from both floors as well as hinterland views to the west – it doesn’t get any better. Think of it this way: • A location you cannot duplicate, views you will never tire of, surf you can always play in, beach you can always walk on, cooling sea breezes on those warm summer days and nights and river access for your boat close by – turn this dream into reality • Sitting on a 536m2 corner block with dual street access is an original family home being offered to the market for the very first time

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PRO P E RT Y P R E V IE WS MONTVILLE 428 Western Avenue

2.2 ACRES MONTVILLE ABSOLUTELY MUST BE SOLD!

Spacious Buderim townhouse

Included are concept designs and soil test report ready for you to create your own getaway on 2.2 acres of remnant rainforest.

• Work shed, spring fed dam, pump and water tank • 5 minutes to Montville, 30 minutes to beaches • Private and peaceful Both land and opportunity will not be repeated.

Owner must move on so take advantage now before someone else does!

ACREAGE Inspect: By Appointment Price: Offers over $300,000 Web: Ref No. 2881134 Rene Poulos 0412 424 286

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8/10 Price Lane, Buderim 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car $420,000 RealWay Buderim 5445 2777 Richard Meacle 0407 145 812

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Other features include an alarm system, reverse-cycle air-conditioning, fans and solar panels. The complex has a pool and residents’ hall.

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Family home in Little Mountain

Burnside Windsor Rise – Patrick King Drive 15 Lots Still Available • Receivers’ Sale • Elevated blocks available • Full turn-key house/duplex and land packages from $359,000

• Lots sized from 720m2 to 2400m2* • Underground services *Sizes are approximate and may vary

From $130,000

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John Magrath 0421 828 412, Steve Miller 0414 780 289 Elders Palmwoods Web Id 3838634

14 Acaciabark Place, Little Mountain 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car, $559,000 RealWay Caloundra 5436 0700 Darren Ide 0408 549 457

On a 7 701-square 01-s 01 -squ quar aree me metr metre tree block, bloc bl ock tthis hiss ho hi home me hass aan n inground pool and spacious.

All four bedrooms are large and have been designed for family living, and the open-plan living area and kitchen benefit from plenty of natural light. There are two separate lounges and a study.

MAROOCHYDORE

Office Building

PRIME DUPORTH POSITION WITH UNPARALLELED EXPOSURE Duporth House is a 556m² professional office building comprised over two commanding levels on rare 1032m² of commercially zoned land. Located in Maroochydore's North Precinct Principle Activity Centre allowing up to 4-storey development and a multitude of uses subject to Council approval and just 200 metres to the CBD. The building has unsurpassed advantages with walking access to popular public facilities, cafes, shops and restaurants in the hub of the central public transport gateway of the Sunshine Coast. Previously leased by Youi Insurance with 110 staff, this property is available now for sale or lease. Call now to inspect. www.professionalskawana.com.au | enquiry@professionalskawana.com.au [ 50 ] MY W EEKLY P RE VIE W \ AUG UST 10, 201 2

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Open: Wednesday & Saturday 12:00-1:00pm Address: 59 Duporth Avenue For Sale or Lease: Expressions of Interest due 31st August 2012 Contact: Edwin Limque 0419 713 388 Web ID: 581362

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SA AUC TU TIO RD N AY BUDERIM 22 Vista Park Drive

BUDERIM 35 Vista Park Drive

SPECTACULAR, PRIVATE AND PEACEFUL – JUST COMPLETED

CHARMING AND STYLISH – AN ELEVATED BUDERIM BARGAIN

Adjacent to a nature reserve and minutes to Buderim, step into your own private resort on 1243m2 of level professional landscaped gardens into something very special and unique in design and construction.

• Highest quality and workmanship – 430m2 in size • Expansive open plan design, vaulted ceilings, integrated indoor outdoor living • Large 2 pac kitchen with stone benchtops, quality appliances, gas cooking, walk-in pantry • Wide entertainment deck, covered pavilions overlooking private inground pool • Room for a large caravan or boat

The high vaulted ceilings in this spacious home add to the feeling of light and space and the greenery from every vantage point, gives a feeling of serenity. The home offers 4 bedrooms, 2 generous living areas, large dining plus a good sized kitchen equipped with stainless appliances including a gas hotplate and plenty of bench space. The sparkling pool, various decks and entertaining area make for good summer living with privacy and a backdrop of established gardens. There is so much on offer here, you need to inspect to appreciate it all.

Inspect: Saturday 1:00-1:45pm Price: $1,175,000 Web: Ref No. 109144636 Marg Deighton 0411 399 514

Inspect: Open from 12:00pm – Auction at 1:00pm Auction: On Site Saturday 11th August at 1:00pm Web: Ref No. 111051847 Lauren McCarthy 0406 962 578 Jarrad McCarthy 0410 052 219

MONTVILLE 385 Western Avenue

FLAXTON 180 Flaxton Mill Road

HINTERLAND HOME SACRIFICED TO SELL

REMARKABLE PROPERTY NOTHING LIKE IT IN FLAXTON, MONTVILLE OR MALENY!

4 BED | 3 BATH | 2 CAR

If you’re looking for the perfect family home with a country cottage feel and all the creature comforts without the maintenance or the big price tag, then you’ve found it. With generous living spaces, separate parents’ wing & multiple outdoor areas the whole family will find living here a dream.

Hey Dad ... it’s got a 3 bay shed and a garage. All this is only minutes town & set at the end of beautiful Western Ave. With no sale at auction the sellers are more than ready to move on. It’s yours for the taking!

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Unique in design this stunning home on 5174m2 offers privacy and seclusion and features: • Central style living with edge pool • Gourmet kitchen with butler’s pantry • Spacious studio/office/gym • Master suite with bathroom and dressing room • Huge man shed/teenager’s retreat/guest quarters • Easy care bush block This is an opportunity never to be repeated. Make sure you don’t miss out – call me now to secure this one-ofa-kind Flaxton property!

4 BED | 2 BATH | 3 CAR

3 BED | 2 BATH | 2 CAR

Inspect: Saturday 2:00-2:30pm Price: $588,000 Web: Ref No. 110865815 Rene Poulos 0412 424 286

Inspect: Saturday 1:00-1:30pm Price: All Offers Considered Web: Ref No. 110865783 Rene Poulos 0412 424 286

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rosemount

Acreage living in Buderim

279 upper rosemount road

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There are a spacious dining room, kitchen and laundry on the entry level, along with a large, fully equipped office. Downstairs is a rumpus room providing additional living space. The land allows for peaceful walks through the natural rainforest.

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lifestyle with views of mt ninderry and mt coolum to the north, the ocean to the east and the green valleys in between, this 6000sqm sloping block with underground power and concrete kerbing is really something. build your dream home here with the knowledge that the view is yours forever.

for sale contact

sat 1.00 - 1.30pm agent on site fiona louie 0401 222 150

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yaroomba

visage @ palmers coolum resort

13/86 toolga street

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3b Twin Ridges Rd, Buderim 4 bed, 3 bath, 2+ car, 1 office Auction on site Saturday August 11 @ 11.30am Belle Property Buderim 5456 0263 Jan Withers 0403 737 790

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accommodation secure open plan living, ultra modern kitchen with stone benches and an entertaining terrace beside the pool. private lounge and dining rooms, an internal courtyard, fourth bedroom/office on lower floor, fabulous master bedroom, walk in robe and chic en-suite and wide deck. features ducted air-conditioning, vacuum maid, storage in garage and security.

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$862,500

contact

5446 1301 di swan 0418 194 439

features a privileged resort lifestyle! enjoy restaurants, tennis, spa, golf, beachfront access and the several resort pools. this quality investment will suit retirement, permanent living or investment. phone to confirm your appointment and meet our representative at the entry gate, or buzz 13.

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buderim 7/13 toral drive lifestyle quiet resort style living is now very affordable and conveniently located in a buderim cul de sac close to shops • well designed as new townhouse with high quality finishes • extremely spacious lounge and bedrooms • modern kitchen and stylish bathrooms

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1 & 2/38 perry street lifestyle so close to the beach. realistic seller prices this over $100.000 below his purchase price. an exceptional investment returning over 5% in a blue chip location. lot 1 has a 1 x 2 bed unit with 1 x 1 bed unit attached, and lot 2 a 1x 2 bedroom unit. strata titled so can be sold separately

sellers have found their new home and need a quick sale to achieve their dream!

• consistent rental income of $815 per week • zoned village centre / building units • body corp set up with no ongoing costs

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auction this saturday

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3b twin ridges road

lifestyle enjoy the convenience of living two minutes from buderim village whilst maintaining the serenity and privacy of acreage living. have space for a growing family as well as entertaining with generously sized rooms and long verandahs. as well as natural rainforest there’s plenty of space for the kids to kick their football or play cricket. accommodation the main lounge, dining room, kitchen and laundry are all on the entry level along with the spacious master suite, bedroom, bathroom and a large office. down the internal staircase you’ll find the tiled rumpus room, two more double size bedrooms and a third bathroom.

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5456 0263 jan withers 0403 737 790

features beautiful timber floors provide loads of character along with high ceilings and a wood fire heater. the modern bathrooms and massive walk-in robe are a bonus as is the large fully fitted office with plantation shutters and a shed

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TO CONNECT WITH 5,000+ ACTIVE BUYERS DAMIEN MICHAEL GENERAL MANAGER

BREE CHARLES 0416 435 391

CHRISTOPHER JONES 0405 469 736

CHRIS PACE 0417 196 600

LOREN WIMHURST OWNER & FOUNDER

CRAIG PORTER 0411 554 880

DAVID HEDLEY-WARD 0406 011 123

JASMINE CHAMBERS 0434 121 493

JASON BURNS 0417 762 001

JODIE HEDLEY-WARD 0424 842 837

JODIE MCDONELL 0419 762 309

JOHN SKERLAK 0413 441 834

KAREN JONES 0405 122 526

KATE JEWRY 0404 817 916

KYLIE TREDREA 0402 240 687

MINKA JENKINS 0488 550 063

RICHARD SCRIVENER 0416 799 188

ROBYNE WILLIAMS 0488 999 536

SCOTT HEANEY 0408 711 027

1300 400 777 TRACEY McALLANSMITH 0418 722 374

TREVOR JONES 0488 999 156

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BUILDER READY FOR NEXT PROJECT - WANTS THESE SOLD NOW! 1 & 2 / 9 Palmyra Crescent, Buderim Beautifully designed with all the modern features you could ask for, these stunning brand new duplexes are perfectly located. With fresh, contemporary designs and plenty of natural light, these are finished to the highest quality. The large kitchens are complete with gas cooktops, stone benchtops and European appliances, including dishwasher. The spacious master bedrooms feature stunning ensuites and large walk-in-robes, while the other two bedrooms easily accommodate queen sized beds. There are also separate study nooks and plenty of outdoor entertaining. These spacious, modern duplexes have separate driveways and are perfect to move in today.

3 Bed | 2 Bath | 2 Car

á Brand new Buderim Duplexes á Separate theatre / lounge room á Five minutes to the plaza & beaches á Adjacent to picturesque reserve á Private, fully fenced yard á Room for a pool á Superior finishes

Price: Please Contact Agent Inspect: Saturday 1-1.45pm Tracey McAllansmith 0418 722 374 Web Code: BUD2390

LIFESTYLE WHOLESALE NURSERY - SACRIFICED TO SELL! 61 Tania Avenue, Palmwoods Set in a beautiful 2.5 acres in this absolute gem of a lifestyle wholesale nursery. Successfully operated and owned by Carol Newman for the past 31 years, employing 10 permanent/casual staff, many that have worked with Carol for a number of years. Specializing in tube stocks/cuttings and supplying areas all over Australia, the business has the potential to increase the turnover that it already enjoys. The property is well set up with shedding, reticulated water and a series of tanks, dam and bore water. The 2 bedroom cottage is a real bonus, perfect for the caretaker if you wish.

So much more information available on request. Regretful but URGENT SALE NOW NEEDED.

2 Bed | 2 Bath | 4 Car

á 2.5 acres á Potential to increase á Established property á Shedding, reticulated waters, tanks, dam & bore water á 2 bedroom cottage á Urgent but regretful sale

Price: Auction Cancelled Please Contact Agent Inspect: Please Contact Agent Craig Porter 0411 554 880 Web Code: BUD2278

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AUCTION ENTRY LEVEL ACREAGE - SACRIFICED TO SELL - AUCTION THIS SATURDAY 61 Elouera Drive, Yandina

4 Bed | 2 Bath | 2 Car

Not to be missed, this is a fantastic opportunity to acquire a superb family home with your very own secluded bush backdrop. Relax on the spacious private deck, commanding incredible views overlooking your 3 and a half acres of woodland, and enjoy occasional visits from native Australian wildlife, including kangaroos, owls and kookaburras. This well presented property boasts 4 bedrooms with built-in wardrobes, including the huge master bedroom with en-suite. A large, versatile rumpus room can be used as a second family area, or 4th bedroom. The current owners have committed elsewhere and are highly motivated vendors.

á Private 3 and a half acres á Salt water in-ground pool á Peaceful private bush setting á Separate air-conditioned home office á 15 mins to Coolum á 20 mins to Maroochy Airport

Auction: On Site Saturday 11th of August at 12pm Inspect: Saturday from 11am, Auction at 12pm Richard Scrivener 0416 799 188 Robyne Williams 0488 999 536 Web Code: BUD2413

AUCTION “BEAT THE BANK” - OUT OF TIME - STUNNING ACREAGE WILL BE SOLD 11 Coach View Place, Yandina MUST BE SOLD ON OR BEFORE AUCTION AND WILL BE THIS YEARS BEST BUY! This level park-like 1.5 acres with stunning as new home is surrounded by rainforest reserve on 2 sides offering both peace and privacy. Offering elevated views over the large spring fed dam & rainforest reserve this property is simply the best on offer!

4 Bed | 2 Bath | 2 Car Auction: On Site Saturday 25th of August at 12pm Inspect: Saturday 10-10.45am Robyne Williams 0488 999 536 Richard Scrivener 0416 799 188 Web Code: MIN2203

MULTIPLE LIVING ZONES IN LUSH GARDEN SETTING 98 Karawatha Street, Buderim Boasting multiple indoor and outdoor living zones which enable you to fully appreciate the garden views and lovely sense of space and privacy, this well presented home oozes feel good factor. Owners are downsizing and are highly motivated to secure a swift sale. Inspection is a must for this Buderim Meadows beauty!

4 Bed | 2 Bath | 2 Car Price: Please Contact Agent Inspect: Saturday 12-12.45pm David Hedley-Ward 0406 011 123 Jodie Hedley-Ward 0424 842 837 Web Code: BUD2422

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AUCTION HOT ‘ON TOP’ AUCTION THIS SATURDAY – DON’T MISS IT! 1 Macadamia Court, Buderim

3 Bed | 2 Bath | 3 Car

You will have to get your finances in order quickly to secure the hottest entry level property on top of Buderim. Tucked in a quiet little cul de sac on a large 864m2 corner block, this immaculately presented property is perfect for young families, older couples, investors or renovators. With bore and solar panels, plus van/boat annexe - you simply must see!

Auction: On Site Saturday 11th of August at 11am Inspect: Saturday from 10.30am, Auction at 11am Chris Pace 0417 196 600 Loren Wimhurst 0415 380 222 Web Code: BUD2412

AUCTION POT OF GOLD AT THE END OF THE RAINBOW 3 Bed | 2 Bath | 2 Car

11 Rainbow Court, Woombye Located in a private cul-de-sac with elevation and stunning views this Timbercrete home is now yours for the taking. The sellers are serious about selling and have said to ignore all previous pricing. This is a fantastic opportunity to purchase a home at a great price with the potential to expand as your family grows. Come and claim this pot of gold on 805m2.

YOUR NEXT HOME IS OPEN FOR INSPECTION

ALEXANDRA HEADLAND

Auction: On Site Saturday 1st of September at 1pm Inspect: Saturday 12.30-1.15pm Kylie Tredrea 0402 240 687 Web Code: MIN2431

BEAUTIFULLY RENOVATED WITH CHARACTER - PRICE REDUCED This modern immaculate rendered 3 bedroom home boasts totally separate living areas on either side of the appealing well appointed kitchen. 2 well proportioned bathrooms including ensuite & walk in robe off the master bedroom. Well established lush tropical low maintenance garden & lawn.

Impressive, private outdoor entertaining area to relax & unwind.

MINYAMA

Sat 4-4.45PM - 7 Seafarer Court - MIN2361 $1,000,000 + Buyers - Minka Jenkins

Please Contact Agent - Tracey McAllansmith Sat 1-1.45PM - 28 Barleycorn Drive - MIN2259 Please Contact Agent - Christopher Jones Sat 1-1.45PM - 8 Echo Court - BUD2400 Please Contact Agent - David Hedley-Ward Sat 1.30-2PM - 48 Gloucester Road - BUD1853 Offers from $700,000 - Richard Scrivener Sat 2-2.45PM - 34 Vista Park Drive - BUD2425 Buyers in the $800,000’s - Chris Pace Sat 2.15-3PM - 29 Panorama Ridge Road - MIN1800 Please Contact Agent - Karen Jones Sat 3-3.45PM - 14 Gleneagle Court - MIN2434 $1 Million Plus - Minka Jenkins Sat 3-3.45PM - 13 Freycinet Row - BUD2251 Listed at $639,000 - Chris Pace

Sat 10-10.45AM - 1/13 Koolena Street - MIN2093 Mid $300,000’s - Minka Jenkins Sat 10-10.45AM - 14 Malkana Crescent - MIN2409 Buyers around $600,000 - Jasmine Chambers

Sat 11-11.30AM - 133 Perwillowen Road - MCHY2319 Listed at $299,000 - Trevor Jones Sat 12-12.45PM - 14 Grimes Terrace - MIN2349 $400,000+ Buyers - Trevor Jones

Sat 12-12.45PM - 18 Walgarri Drive - BUD2230 Low to Mid $1 Million - Craig Porter Sat 2-2.45PM - 52 Mannikin Drive - BUD2429 Listed at $799,000 - Damien Michael

Sat 10-10.45AM - 25 Horseshoe Bend - BUD2430 Please Contact Agent - David Hedley-Ward Sat 10.30-11AM - 1 Macadamia Court - BUD2412 Auction Sat 11th of August @ 11am - Chris Pace Sat 11-11.45AM - 36 Troywood Crescent - MCHY1812 Please Contact Agent - Kate Jewry Sat 11-11.45AM - 4 Highland Place - BUD2424 Buyers in the $500,000’s - Craig Porter Sat 11-11.45AM - 71 Cogill Road - BUD2439 Listed at $379,000 - David Hedley-Ward Sat 12-12.45PM - Lot 1 & 2 30 Attunga Crescent BUD2420 Please Contact Agent - Tracey McAllansmith Sat 12-12.45PM - 98 Karawatha Street - BUD2422 Please Contact Agent - Jodie Hedley-Ward Sat 12.15-12.45PM - 88 Alfriston Drive - BUD2372 Listed at $599,000 - Chris Pace Sat 1-1.45PM - Lot 1 & 2 9 Palmyra Crescent BUD2390-1

Sat 1-1.45PM - 45 Glenn Vista Place - BUD2417 Price On Application - Chris Pace Sat 3-3.45PM - 135 Dales Road - MCHY759 Please Contact Agent - David Hedley-Ward

Sat 12-12.45PM - 1/14 William Street - MCHY2397 Buyers around $400,000’s - Kate Jewry Sat 1-1.45PM - 2/81 Buderim Avenue - MCHY2392U2 Please Contact Agent - Kate Jewry Sat 1-1.45PM - 4 Ocean Crest Place - MCHY615 Mid to High $900,000’s - Jodie McDonell Sat 2-2.45PM - 2 Atlantis Parade - MIN2299 Please Contact Agent - Minka Jenkins

AROONA

Sat 10-10.45AM - 14 Boxthorn Place - MIN2414 Listed at $459,000 - Kylie Tredrea

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Sat 11-11.45AM - 17 Martins Drive - MCHY2291 Listed at $379,000 - Jason Burns Sat 12-12.45PM - 114 Tallow Wood Drive - MCHY2387 Listed at $335,000 - Jason Burns

MAROOCHYDORE

Sat 12-12.45PM - 72/19 Arwen Street - MIN2368 $250,000+ Buyers - Minka Jenkins Sat 1-1.45PM - 16 Surf Road - MIN2382 Please Contact Agent - Minka Jenkins Sat 2-2.45PM - 401/50 Picnic Point Esplanade MCHY2287 Buyer Interest Early $1,000,000’s - Jodie McDonell Sat 3-3.45PM - 18 Sugar Road North - BUD2428 Listed at $585,000 - Damien Michael

3 Bed | 2 Bath | 2 Car

35 Fernleigh Crescent, Mountain Creek

Sat 11.15-12PM - 14 Birubi Street - MIN2427 Buyers from $1,000,000’s - Kylie Tredrea

MOOLOOLABA

Sat 11-11.45AM - 2/82 River Esplanade - MCHY1735 Please Contact Agent - Jodie McDonell

MOUNTAIN CREEK

Sat 10-10.30AM - 2 Warbler Street - MCHY2295 Reduced to $459,500 - Trevor Jones Sat 10-10.45AM & 1-1.45PM - 35 Fernleigh Crescent MCHY2405 Offers Over $430,000 - Jason Burns

SHELLY BEACH

Sat 1-1.45PM - 6 William Street - MIN2433 Auction Sat 2nd of August @ 11am - Karen Jones

TANAWHA

TWIN WATERS

Sat 10-10.45AM - 73 Prestwick Drive - MCHY2435 Listed at $772,500 - Kate Jewry Sat 11-11.45AM - 35 Moorings Circuit - MIN839 Buyers in the High $700,000’s - Minka Jenkins

WARANA

11-11.30AM - 8 Lapoinya Crescent - MIN2423 Buyers around $800,000 - Jasmine Chambers

WOOMBYE

12.30-1.15PM - 11 Rainbow Court - MIN2431 Auction Sat 1st of September @ 1pm - Kylie Tredrea

WURTULLA

Sat 11-11.45AM - 15 Turnbuckle Court - MIN2323 Offers over $690,000 - Karen Jones Sat 12-12.45PM - 97 Baanya Street - MIN2402 Buyers in the $500,000’s - Karen Jones

YANDINA

Sat 11-12PM - 61 Eloura Road - BUD2413 Auction Sat 11th of August @ 12pm - Richard Scrivener Sat 10-10.45AM - 11 Coach View Place - MIN2203 Forthcoming Auction - Robyne Williams

Price: Offer’s Over $430,000 Inspect: Saturday 10-10.45am & 1-1.45pm Jason Burns 0417 762 001 Web Code: MCHY2405

YOUR NEXT AGENT Alex Veal 0402 808 569 Bree Charles 0416 435 391 Chris Jones 0405 469 736 Chris Pace 0417 196 600 Craig Porter 0411 554 880 Damien Michael 0413 024 124 David Hedley-Ward 0406 011 123 Jason Burns 0417 762 001 Jasmine Chambers 0434 121 493 Jodie Hedley-Ward 0424 842 837 Jodie McDonell 0419 762 309 John Skerlak 0413 441 834 Kate Jewry 0404 817 916 Karen Jones 0405 122 526 Kylie Tredrea 0402 240 687 Loren Wimhurst 0415 380 222 Minka Jenkins 0488 550 063 Robyne Williams 0488 999 536 Richard Scrivener 0416 799 188 Trevor Jones 0488 999 156 Tracey McAllansmith 0418 722 374 VIEW ALL OUR OPEN TIMES ONLINE nextpropertygroup.com.au/opentimes

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BUDERIM – Memorable Radiance on Buderim with Panoramic Ocean Views The Fox Roberts team is privileged to share with you this sleek, elevated, airy and modern-styled home on top of delightful Buderim with simply grand ocean views. This welcoming substantial 4 king-sized bedroom home plus large office has an elite street address along with exquisite neighbouring homes. It is presented in pristine condition with light Blackbutt timber floors, timber feature doors and windows, high ceilings, streamlined kitchen and bathrooms. The open plan design allows those ocean views to be seen from just about anywhere in the home. Come see yourself.

• Panoramic ocean views • 1061m² block, positioned on top of Buderim • Polished timber floors • 4 beds plus study • Two-pak kitchen with steamer • Air-conditioning

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FOR CALOUNDRA’S BEST LAND BUYING • Only 3km to new hospital precinct and only minutes to CBD and beaches • Elevated position (no flooding) with block sizes from 540m² to 1663m² • Choice of ocean views, bushland views or nature reserve backdrop

HOUSE AND LAND PACKAGES AVAILABLE 3 BEDROOMS from

$399,500

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Find out why so many people are choosing Viewpoint Aroona Cnr Alexander and Maree Streets, Aroona Call now for more information: Eric Werne 0407 145 504 or 5438 5221

Property Services CALOUNDRA

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CALOUNDRA WEST – Great Pair of Duplexes with Ocean Views!

• This is a double income opportunity for investors • Very spacious with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom & 2 garages • Situated on 714m², ocean views and cool ocean breezes • Centrally located in Caloundra on the border of Aroona • One unit is currently tenanted and the other just ended • Motivated sale, all offers strongly encouraged!

An urgent result is required for the sale of these two units on one title being sold via public Auction. Situated on an elevated 714m² block offering balcony views and cool ocean breezes from Bulcock Beach and the tip of Bribie Island. Both units mirror each other in appointment and layout, are spacious in all regards from 2 bdms, kitchen, lounge, dining & double garaging. Each unit has separate laundry and toilet upstairs with a small courtyard with cloths lines, ceiling fans and more! Ask about flexible bidding conditions.

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CURRIMUNDI – First Home – Prime Investment – 3 Bed Practically a house at a duplex price! This is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2 garage, open plan, modern and well-appointed duplex, which you don’t see too often. Throughout the home you have 9ft ceilings, large rooms, dual showered ensuite, spacious open plan kitchen, spacious living area, air-conditioning, ceiling fans, security screens, 2 car garaging and more! Situated in a great quiet location close to the local schools and shops. Well-built spacious investment property.

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CALOUNDRA WEST – Divorced Estate – Must Be SOLD We are instructed to let you know the owners of this property are highly motivated and require this property to be SOLD! Featuring: 9ft ceilings throughout, air-con and ceiling fans in all rooms, large master bedroom with ensuite and walk-in robe, separate lounge and living areas, open plan kitchen. Undercover entertaining, powered shed, cubby included, mezzanine storage with drop down staircase, security screens!

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MONS – Stately Residence on Acreage • 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 powder rooms • Home cinema, home office, air-conditioning • High ceilings, fireplace, ducted vacuum system • Dual living facilities, BBQ pavilion setting • Gazebo with jacuzzi overlooking saltwater pool • 6 car garage plus carports for trailers/boats • Large 5869 square metre block

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PALMWOODS – Spectacular Flair and Design This beautiful 4 bedroom home offers spectacular flair and design throughout. Stylish timber floors and timber kitchen benchtops set this home above the standard modern home for liveability and design. You will enjoy entertaining family and guests on the north facing timber deck adjacent to the specially designed media room. A separate hobby room provides peace and seclusion to retreat to.

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YANDINA – Stunning Family Home on 2 Acres • A truly beautiful home in a quiet no through road – raise your family with room for pets, chooks & a pony • Private and quiet with no close neighbours • Eclectic style split level with 4 extra large bedrooms • Downstairs rumpus or teenage retreat • 3m high 5-bay shed and inground pool • Town water, 8000m2, vacant possession • 3 minutes to village and highway access

OPEN FOR INSPECTIONS HOUSES BLI BLI 4 Morobe Crescent CALL TO VIEW Spacious 3 bed, 1 bath, 1 car, $369K Bridget Kraft 0439 757 304

BUDERIM 5 Rimu Court SATURDAY 1-1:30PM 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car, pool, $525K Lee Sutherland 0417 077 847 92 Lindsay Road SATURDAY 2-2:30PM On top, dual living, ½ acre, 36m front Lee Sutherland 0417 077 847

BURNSIDE 11 Moss Day Drive INSPECTION BY APPOINTMENT New 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car, $347K Lee Sutherland 0417 077 847 139 Perwillowen Road INSPECT ANYTIME 11 acres, creek, $359K Bridget Kraft 0439 757 304

CHEVALLUM 165 Dales Road CALL TO VIEW 3 bed 2 bath 6 sheds 15 acres $850K Bridget Kraft 0439 757 304

COES CREEK

8 Thornbill Court INSPECTION BY APPOINTMENT 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car, pool, $599,500 Lee Sutherland 0417 077 847

19 Chiltern Court CALL TO VIEW 5 bed, 3 bath, i/g pool, 4 car, 2 kits Doug Ison 0418 761 404

5 Northwood Court CALL TO VIEW 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car, pool Bridget Kraft 0439 757 304

204 Coes Creek Road CALL TO VIEW $495K neg 6.7acres dam, bore Doug Ison 0418 761 404

DIDDILLIBAH 14 Bushbird Court SATURDAY 12-12:45PM Private ¾ acre, quiet, private, $599K Steve Perry 0418 711 955

KIAMBA 363 English Road CALL TO VIEW 50acre views 4 bed cedar home Doug Ison 0418 761 404

KIELS MOUNTAIN 8 Old Kiel Mountain Road CALL TO VIEW Beautiful timber home on 1.5 acres Steve Perry 0418 711 955

MONS 55 Monarch Place SAT & SUN 12:15-1PM Stately residence, 5 beds, 5869m² Andrew Kirby 0407 588 636

MOUNTAIN CREEK 4 Molakai Drive CALL TO VIEW 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car, $429K Lee Sutherland 0417 077 847

NAMBOUR 3A Laurel Avenue CALL TO VIEW 2 homes 1¾ acres, rents for $570wk Doug Ison 0418 761 404

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18 Garden Avenue SAT & SUN 11:15AM-12 NOON 55 Merimist Way Beautiful timber finishes throughout CALL TO VIEW Andrew Kirby 0407 588 636 Mod Qlder 4 bed 2 bath pool 2000m2 150 Palmwoods-Montville Road Bridget Kraft 0439 757 304 CALL TO VIEW Former Art Gallery 2.5 acres $599K KUREELPA Andrew Kirby 0407 588 636 10 Rock Fig Court 358 Nambour Mapleton Road CALL TO VIEW SATURDAY 12-12:30PM Sea views, easy care 7 acres all offers 4 bed 2 bath 2 car pool $525,000 Andrew Kirby 0407 588 636 Doug Ison 0418 761 404

23 Petigrain Avenue CALL TO VIEW 5 bed 3 bath pool guest wing 879m2 Andrew Kirby 0407 588 636 45 Old Orchard Drive CALL TO VIEW 4 bed, 2 bath, pool, leafy, 725m2 Andrew Kirby 0407 588 636 40 Petigrain Avenue CALL TO VIEW 4 bed, media rm, study, high ceilings Andrew Kirby 0407 588 636 5 Terrace Lea Court CALL TO VIEW 4 bed, 2 bath, side access $395K Andrew Kirby 0407 588 636 16 Koorawatha Lane CALL TO VIEW 3 bed 2 bath, 1yo, quiet cul-de-sac Andrew Kirby 0407 588 636 10 Kindal Court INSPECT ANY TIME LAND 975m2 for new home $265K Andrew Kirby 0407 588 636

ROSEMOUNT 18 Seymour Close SATURDAY 1-1:45PM 4 bed 1.75 acres now $695K Steve Perry 0418 711 955

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197 Upper Rosemount Road SATURDAY 1-1:45PM Asian inspired acreage retreat Barbara Banks 0419 760 492 59 Pringle Road CALL TO VIEW Pool, tennis, 4 bed, 1.5 acres, $550K Steve Perry 0418 711 955 “Coolwater Place” 106 Upper Rosemount Road INSPECT ANY TIME! New acreage subdivision from $299K Steve Perry 0418 711 955

SIPPY DOWNS 1 Constance Lane SATURDAY 11-11:45AM Park view, 4 bed 2 bath 2 car $379K Bridget Kraft 0439 757 304

VALDORA 27 Karnu Drive SATURDAY 1-1:45PM Great views, dual living, 2 kitchens Doug Ison 0418 761 404

YANDINA 68 Brackenfern Road SAT 2-2:45PM & SUN 11-11:45AM 4 bed home, pool, 2 acre, $575K Steve Perry 0418 711 955

YANDINA CREEK 127 Whistler Ridge Road INSPECTION BY APPOINTMENT 4 bed 2 bth 5 car 1.2 ac views $545K Lee Sutherland 0417 077 847 100 Whistler Ridge Drive CALL TO VIEW 4 bed 2 bath 1 acre offers from $459K Bridget Kraft 0439 757 304

UNITS BUDERIM 2/11 Allamanda Avenue INSPECTION BY APPOINTMENT 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car duplex, $475K Lee Sutherland 0417 077 847

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WEST WOOMBYE 463 Blackall Range Road CALL TO VIEW 7 bed 4 bath 8 car dual living 4.05ha Andrew Kirby 0407 588 636

1/26 Jarnahill Drive SATURDAY 3-3:30PM 2 bed, 1 bath, 1 car, private $315K Lee Sutherland 0417 077 847

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Renovated style in Palmwoods

Set back from the road on a tree-lined street, this twostorey home is on 1734 square metres and has been renovated inside and out. Upstairs features expansive tiling, with all bedrooms opening onto the entry foyer and adjoining light-filled living areas.

This neatly presented home has a rendered brick and Colorbond finish and is near the end of a cul-de-sac. A covered patio area and flat yard make it great for family entertaining, and there is a remote single lock-up garage with internal access.

24 Merriman Court, Palmwoods 3 bed, 2 bath, 1 car $345,000 Elders Palmwoods 5478 9122 Steve Miller 0414 780 289

Set on a quarter-acre block just five minutes from the hospital, this low-set cottage has plenty of potential and comprises two bedrooms in the main house, with the possibility of three.

There is a separate dwelling that can be used a bedroom, office or rumpus room.

27 Waterfall Road, Nambour 3 bed, 1 bath, 2 car $269,000 Victor Realty 5476 0050 Craig Heppell 0400 180 515

Just metres from the local football ground and showgrounds, this charming starter home has a bright, spacious lounge room, hardwood floors throughout, a contemporary kitchen and a large, fully fenced backyard.

13 Churchill Street, Palmwoods 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car $469,000 negotiable Whittington Ellis 5445 9200 Craig Barnby 0427 533 731

16 Crusher Park Drive, Nambour 3 bed, 1 bath, 1 car Auction on site Saturday August 25 @ 1pm First National Carolans 5441 1344 Stephen Colasimone 0413 416 952

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THIS HOME HAS THE LOT!

QUAINT 1966 COTTAGE

• Low set brick, 3 bed, 1 bath • New huge enclosed deck • New $10,000 2kW solar power & HWS • New kitchen and bathroom • New bamboo floors, carpet and tiles • Ducted a/c, single lock-up garage

• One owner in excellent condition • 1st home buyer/investor/downsizing • 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom cottage • Ramp to back yard, 607m2 block • Hardwood frame and floors • Close to Nambour Hospital/town

All this for…$365,000 Gary Langford 0412 348 533

NAMBOUR HEIGHTS

$277,500 Gary Langford 0412 348 533 INSPECT SATURDAY 10-10.45AM

• Great views over Burnside • Totally restored Queenslander • Development potential under • Close to shops and hospital • Polished timber floors • Original windows and features

PRIVATE RETREAT Character homestead on easy-care small acreage, north aspect to rear overlooking inground pool, 3 car garage and 4 bay shed.

Spacious living, 3 bedrooms, ensuite, plus 4th or office. Walk to park and Nambour General.

Ian Black 0407 587 503

COUNTRY COTTAGE 91 Nichols Road, Kiamba • Wrap-around verandah 3 sides • 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom • Includes studio fully self-contained • On a quiet country road • 3-bay shed • Minutes to Yandina

$385,000 Gary Langford 0412 348 533

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REAL ESTATE

$359,000 Ian Black 0407 587 503 INSPECT SATURDAY 12-12.45PM

• Hidden oasis in Coes Creek • Subdivision potential • Bounded by Petrie Creek • Small dam and fruit trees • Brick home ready for renovation • Very private setting

NAMBOUR HEIGHTS 10 Kentia Street, Highworth • Quality brick residence • Elevated for views and breezes • Spacious living opening decks • 3 bed, ensuite and computer nook • Double garage and workshop under • Solar power – 9 panels @ 44¢ rebate

PRICED TO SELL Gary Langford 0412 348 533

GREAT BUYING @ $397,500 Ian Black 0407 587 503

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Dual living in Coes Creek This two-storey home me has undergone a stylish refurbishment and presents a dual-living opportunity and is in a private, leafy location.

There are open-plan living and dining and extended outdoor areas. The level, fenced yard has easy-care gardens, a powered shed with extra height and a carport.

33 Kundart Street, Coes Creek 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car $379,000 Riddell Real Estate 5442 1888 Kirk Patrick 0439 395 599 & Sarah White 0418 981 718

Backing onto a reserve, reserve ve, tthis property has a new kitchen and bathroom, new bamboo flooring in the living area and ducted air-conditioning throughout. The L-shaped deck has insect screening and there are a loft-style cubby house with sandpit and rope swing, solar power and hot water.

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BEST LOCATION IN SIPPY DOWNS 6 Abilene Place 4 Beds 2 Bath 2 Living 2 Alfresco 2 Car 1 Pool If you are after the perfect property that ticks all the boxes, then look no further….

PRIVATE SALE

Fully fenced 640sqm level block 4 Bedrooms with built-in robes Cathedral ceilings to living and dining Airy, insulated and climate suited design Chef’s kitchen, gas cooktop, new dishwasher Parking for 5 cars off street with auto DLUG Walk to Uni, schools, shops and transport Bi-fold doors open to private alfresco and pool Low maintenance tropical gardens Price: High $400,000’s Inspect: Sat 10:30-11:30am or by appointment Contact: Peter Burt 0435 037 059

“Properties For Your Lifestyle”

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Add your personal touches to this home and you will have it! A comfortable family home with open plan living and offering a peaceful and private setting • Entertain on the timber deck or pool side, taking in surrounding rural views

• Rich volcanic soil… fish stocked dams, fruit and nut trees, potatoes and pumpkin… all here to start you off… become self sufficient!

Fantastic opportunity to live the simple life PRICE: $650,000 INSPECT: Saturday 2.00-2.40pm CONTACT: Sarah White 0418 981 718

Gary De Paoli 0408 731 412 | Sarah White 0418 981 718 | John Pyne 0418 710 209 | Kirk Patrick 0439 395 599 www.riddellrealestate.com.au

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Units for Sale

CABOOLTURE - 3 bedroom home, large living area, aircon, double garage, large fenced yard. $350pw CALOUNDRA/IVADALE LAKES - 4 bedroom home, 2 living areas, ensuite, airconditioned, double garage, fenced yard $480pw MAROOCHYDORE - Selection of fully furnished 2 bedroom villas, aircon, carport pool and bbq area in quiet complex. $280 to $290pw MAROOCHYDORE - 2 bedroom unfurnished villa, aircon, carport pool and bbq area in quiet complex. $280pw NAMBOUR - Near new 2 bedroom townhouses in quiet complex, 2 living areas, ensuite, aircon, large deck, central location $320pw WOOMBYE - Spacious 4 bedroom family home, ens, 2 living areas, pool, ent area, side access, double garage. $490pw

STOP RENTING, BUY NOW

To inspect these properties please call Anita Humphreys on 0414 571 260 or 5445 5811

Refurbished in Nambour

41 Raylee Avenue, Nambour 3 bed, 1 bath, 1 car $365,000 Day & Grimes 5441 3366 Gary Langford 0421 348 533

classifieds OWN a brand new luxury apartment for $650/week plus a small deposit.

Live in the new cosmopolitan hub of Maroochydore, 2 bed, 2 bath, spacious balcony, water views, stone bench tops, dishwasher, and dryer. Pool, BBQ & gym in complex, 5 mins walk to Plaza

Ph. Kathy 0468 475 548

Houses for Sale 2/18 Blackall Street, WOOMBYE

5442 1888

OPEN HOMES - Saturday WOOMBYE: 18 Upperwakefield St Sat 1-1.40 Cottage in the Heart of Woombye.

Traditional designs create a homely & cosy ambience. Polished timber floors, vj walls, high ceilings, near new kitchen. Tropical setting ...

Reduced to $270,000

Rentals

1 1 2 MOOLOOLABA $280PW 2 bed, 1 bath, 1 car, open plan living, quiet complex, outdoor patio, minutes from shops, cafes & beaches.

AVAIL 10/08/12 1 1 2 MOOLOOLABA $310PW 2 bed, 1 bath, SLUG, modern ground floor unit, deck overlooking the water, close to shops & cafes, no pets. AVAIL 07/08/12 1 1 2 WARANA $320PW 2 bed, 1 bath, SLUG, enclosed atrium, garden shed, private patio, walk to shops & public transport.

AVAIL 10/08/12 2 2 3 WARANA $340PW 3 bed, 2 bath, double carport, new flooring, ceiling fans, large fenced yard, close to parks, beach & shops. AVAIL NOW 1 2 3 BUDERIM $350PW FULLY FURNISHED, 3 bed, 2 bath, SLUG, quiet location, covered outdoor area, gated complex.

AVAIL NOW 1 1 3 BUDDINA $350PW 3 bed, 1 bath, SLUG, fully fenced, close to beacahes, Kawana Shops & schools, pets on application.

AVAIL 15/08/12 2 2 3 CALOUNDRA $360PW 3 bed, 2 bath, DLUG, modern townhouse, polished timber floors, close to shops & beaches, sorry no pets. AVAIL TBA - CURRENTLY RENOVATING 2 1 3 BUDDINA $380PW 3 bed, 1 bath, double carport, pool, air-con, fully fenced, shed, pets on application, walk to beach, schools & shops. AVAIL NOW 2 2 3 CALOUNDRA $390PW 3 bed, 2 bath, DLUG, modern townhouse, polished timber floors, close to shops & beaches, sorry no pets. AVAIL 22/8/12 1 2 4 WARANA $400PW 4 bed, 2 bath, single carport, air-con, covered outdoor area, shed, close to beach, pets on application. AVAIL NOW 1 2 3 WARANA $440PW 3 bed, 2 bath, renovated kitchen, one street from beach, big workshop shed, pool, pets on app.

AVAIL NOW 2 2 4 IVADALE LAKES $490PW BRAND NEW! 4 bed, 2 bath, DLUG, air con, elevated to catch the breeze, views of the hills, pets on application. AVAIL 01/09/12 2 2 4 KAWANA ISLAND $530PW 4 bed, 2 bath, DLUG, air con, lap pool, walking distance to Double Bay, cafes & parks, sorry no pets.

AVAIL 27/08/12 2 2 4 BRIGHTWATER $530PW BRAND NEW! 4 bed, 2 bath, DLUG, air con, 9ft raked ceilings, media room, large covered patio, pets on application. AVAIL 01/09/12 2 2 3 MOOLOOLABA $550PW 3 bed, 2 bath, DLUG, three level home, large balcony, ducted a/c, close to shops, cafes & schools.

AVAIL 10/08/12 1 2 3 BUDDINA $600PW FULLY FURNISHED, 3 bed, 2 bath, SLUG + 1 secure car space, pool, large entertaining area, sorry no pets. AVAIL 17/08/12 2 2 4 PARREARRA $615PW 4 bed, 2 bath, DLUG, ensuite with spa, lap pool, large outdoor entertaining area, waterfront location, pets on application. AVAIL 20/08/12

PALMWOODS: 15 Roberts St Sat 12-12.40 LOCATION LOCATION! But you need to Love Renovating! This home is priced to sell ... Fix Up then Move In. 3 brms, 1 bath, deck, dble car (in need of repair). Set on a $269,000 658m2 block COES CREEK: 33 Kundart St Sat 11-11.45 Fully renovated! Private, 2 storey home on 913m2 block. 4 brms, 2 bath. 2 decks, 6x9 powered shed, dual living potential. Easy walk to shopping centre. Tradies Haven .. $379,000 Affordable $$ ..

WOOMBYE: 122 Blackall Range Rd Sat 12-12.45 Large timber home, privately situated. 4 good sized brms, 2 bath, 2 living, full length verandah. Pol. tmb floors IG pool, huge backyard. Under is 2 car accom, extra $539,000 storage. Set on 1 acre.

DULONG: Set on 3 acres, this home truly is sophistication & style. Featuring bamboo flooring, high ceilings and the WOW factor throughout. North/east aspect, large deck and long range views, the list goes on and on.

Mid $500,000’s

NEW LISTING 7 brms, dual living, 2 storey home set in quiet cul-de-sac 2 kitchens, internal stairs, suit large family or ... live on one level ... rent the other A few jobs to improve - but priced right for

Quick Sale $339,000 Gary De Paoli 0408 731 412 John Pyne 0418 710 209 “Properties For Your Lifestyle”

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CANCER Jun 22-Jul 23 Crabs – are you in a career rut? Maybe a change of approach is needed at work. Shifting stale old energy and inviting fresh ideas could lead to a new job opportunity.

LEO Jul 24-Aug 23 Focus on manifesting the life you want in the future – and avoid being too conventional. Listen to your inner voice on Sunday. The more ego-driven you are, the harder the day will be.

VIRGO Aug 24-Sep 23 With fabulous moon/Mercury aspects, you’ll have a successful weekend if you combine logic with intuition.

Get the facts first – and then have the courage to follow your gut instincts.

LIBRA Sep 24-Oct 23 This weekend favours long lunches, lazy afternoons and lots of fun with family and friends. The moon/Jupiter connection encourages you to get in touch with a friend overseas.

SCORPIO Oct 24-Nov 22 Your sex life is about to get shaken up as Jupiter stimulates your desire for a more adventurous approach.

Celibate Scorpios – exciting spiritual insights are waiting to be discovered.

SAGITTARIUS Nov 23-Dec 21 Sagittarians can be selfish souls but this weekend you’re focused on those around you. You’re in the mood to help, and are keen to make a difference in the lives of others.

CAPRICORN Dec 22-Jan 20 With Jupiter jumping through your wellbeing zone, take a broad and informed approach to your health. Include plenty of outdoor activities in your fitness routine.

AQUARIUS Jan 21-Feb 19 Get out and about in your local community this weekend. Communicating with people from a wide range of backgrounds will satisfy your desire for variety and mental stimulation.

PISCES Feb 20-Mar 20 The moon and Jupiter hook up in your home zone, so put aside plenty of time to spend with loved ones.

Going away for the weekend with family members is also favoured.

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LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION

What do the letters in the name of US stock exchange NASDAQ stand for?

What musical instrument did Prince Harry play on Queen Elizabeth II’s official Diamond Jubilee song?

A statue of what leader (pictured) stands on the tallest hill on Turkey’s Gallipoli Peninsula?

In what year did the last tram run in Perth: 1898, 1938 or 1958?

Beginning with ‘d’, what is a coarse, edible, red seaweed?

SCATTERWORD THEME: SCHOOL

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