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Following on from the hugely successful My Property Preview, which was the Coast’s leading real estate and property magazine for more than three years, My Weekly Preview features news, business, motoring, socials, health, lifestyle content and more, as well as the most up-to-date information on local real estate.

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t’s MWP’s last issue of the year with our annual wrap-up of the past 12 months on the Sunshine Coast. Throughout the year we have been hearing from real estate agents and property developers, retailers and tourism operators, property buyers and sellers, mum and dad investors and small business owners. And something has struck us in the MWP office – that as the year has worn on, the sense of optimism among those who rely on the region not just for their lifestyle but for their livelihood has increased.

We thought we would test the theory for this week’s cover story and for our My Property Preview story, so have asked main players in real estate, development, retail and tourism for their take on how the year has been and what 2014 is shaping up to be.

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] Turn over the page and then head to page 48.

It’s my pleasure each month to edit our My Renovation supplement, but this month we are taking a break – even DIY renovators have to rest some time. But if you are craving some DIY tips and inspiration, head over to page 34 for our six-page renovation feature.

And then keep an eye out in late January for 2014’s f rst My Renovation.

From fashionable homes to fashionable people, this week we have three pages of my style, starting over on page 40. If you haven’t chosen your New Year’s Eve outf t yet – or even if you have – get your fashion f x right here.

And in agenda this week we celebrate the person that TIME magazine thinks was 2013’s most notable. That’s over on page 29.

From all of us at MWP, have a safe and happy new year and we will see you in 2014.

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The good word Another year is drawing to a close, so we’ve chatted with local industry leaders to see how the Coast’s major sectors fared in 2013.

Property

The local property industry continued to improve in 2013, with sales volumes rising right across the region.

Real Estate Institute of Queensland CEO Anton Kardash says while Brisbane and the Gold Coast have been leading the state’s property recovery, the Sunshine Coast isn’t far behind.

“Preliminary house sales were up 10 per cent over the September quarter 2013, with Buderim the most popular suburb to buy a house,” says Kardash. “While quarterly prices can be volatile due to varying types of properties sold, over the 12 months to September 2013 the region’s median house price increased 2.3 per cent.”

Bevan Horsnell is the principal of Belle Property Buderim and says the 4556 postcode, which also takes in Sippy Downs, Forest Glen, Mons and Tanawha, has experienced a remarkable resurgence in 2013, as buyers come out of “selfimposed hibernation”.

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Hornsell says. “Twenty per cent growth has occurred throughout the f rst three quarters of this year compared to 2012, with average days on market down around 15 per cent over the same period.

“We are also witnessing the return of possibly the most important buyers in any market, the investors and f rst-home buyers, with the bottom end of the market leading the way in sales and inquiry numbers. This will, of course, have a f ow-on effect for the others sectors of the market.”

Kardash Anton Kardash tells MWP that while the $350,000 to $500,000 price bracket is generally the strongest market segment, the Sunshine Coast has also recorded growth in the $500,000 to $1 million bracket and above.

“The prestige market has also seen

improvement with a number of $3 million-plus sales since the start of 2013,” he says. “Despite this there were also many bargains snapped up during the year, particularly in Nambour, which was also one of the most active housing markets.”

David Hedley-Ward is the sales manager at Next Property Group, one of the Coast’s largest residential agencies. He tells MWP

The conf dence levels of buyers and sellers have been increasing over the year, with the former becoming more aware that the market has now changed that Next has experienced a signif cant increase in sales volume and a noticeable increase in buyer conf dence in 2013. He cites a big jump in multiple offers, more registered bidders and improved auction clearance rates as signs of M Y W EEK LY PREVIEW.C OM .A U

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a market that is healthier than it has been in years.

Hedley-Ward says Next has also recorded a strong return in investment interest, “particularly in and around the Kawana health hub along with many owner-occupiers who see real growth potential in that area”. The agency is so conf dent in the local market that it opened a Pelican Waters off ce in September and will open one in Cotton Tree in early 2014.

Kardash tells MWP that over the past year local market conditions have def nitely improved, and REIQ expects that trend to continue in 2014.

“For 2014, major infrastructure projects and a recovering tourism market should strengthen the local economy,” he says. “As a result, the Sunshine Coast should see continued steady growth in sales activity and prices next year.”

fast facts: In September, rental vacancy rates were at 1.3% – down from 2% in June and 2.5% in september 2012.

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tourists visited the Sunshine Coast for day trips in the 201222013 financial year, up 8.7%. They ggenerated $2.8 billion for the local economy – an increase of 16%.

Development

After a tough few years, the Sunshine Coast’s construction and development industry also experienced a more positive year. Ron Grabbe, director of Kawana-based RGD Constructions, tells MWP that his company has had an “outstanding” year in which it commenced construction of more than 300 apartments.

“Three of our most recent developments have sold out, while other projects are showing strong sales in recent weeks,” says Grabbe.

“From the 307 apartments for sale only 37 apartments remain.”

Grabbe says that over the past 12 months the local construction industry has shown positive signs towards a strong recovery.

“As the recovery phase strengthens and this newly seen conf dence expands across the region, all local business will benef t from the increased injection into the local economy,” he says, citing record low vacancy rates in permanent rentals as evidence of an increase in demand for new construction.

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local construction industry to be further underpinned by the construction of the Sunshine Coast University Hospital and surrounding health precinct, which is expected to service around 15,000 visitors per day.

“My calculations are that if each visitor purchased one cup of coffee that would equate to $21 million per year to small business,” says Grabbe. “The impact and spin-off the health hub will have to the local economy will be phenomenal.”

Penny Service, who is the sales manager at Maroochydore’s Sunshine Cove estate, agrees that 2013 has been a much more positive year for development on the Coast, with an increase in conf dence for buyers, sellers and those in the industry.

As well as the hospital development, Service points to the expansion and development of Maroochydore’s commercial sector as evidence of the region’s appeal.

“Everything we had going on [on the Coast] certainly presented us as a really good destination and a place to invest, or buy your own home,” she says.

“For a long time Maroochydore has been planned as the principal economic centre of the Coast, but it’s only now that all the businesses and community are seeing that come to fruition.”

Retail

2013 was the f rst full year of trading for the Maroochydore Homemaker Centre, which opened in November 2012 and followed a tough period for local retailers.

The building houses a total of 20 retailers and commercial tenants who employ more than 400 staff. Management say the local community has been very supportive of the centre and while it is one of the Coast’s largest retail spaces, they are eager to be more than just a shopping destination, hosting children’s entertainment and activities in school holiday periods and giving back to the community through charity continued over >

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Sunshine Plaza also aims to be a community hub. This year it launched its KidTastic program, which also offers interactive holiday activities for children and families.

This year Sunshine Plaza’s development application, which proposes 120 additional specialty stores, a further 1500 car spaces, an expansion of the current Myer and the region’s f rst David Jones department store, was approved by the council. Manwaring tells MWP that the decision brings Sunshine Plaza closer to delivering “an enhanced retail, dining and entertainment experience” as a vibrant community hub.

After Sunshine Coast Council unveiled its blueprint for the future Maroochydore CBD earlier this year, the Coast’s major retail centres are also poised to benef t from an increasingly central position in the heart of the Coast’s economic and retail hub.

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Caloundra Chamber of Commerce’s tourism and events chair, Bill Darby, says coming into to 2013 was a “fairly nervous” time for local tourism operators.

“We’d been through three consistently underperforming years due to the high Australian

dollar, unseasonal amounts of rainfall and the slow economy more generally,” says Darby. “So we had high expectations for 2013, and [the year] actually got off to quite a slow start. In the lead-up to Easter not much had changed in terms of tourism operators’ turnover and visitation rates.”

However, after Easter the Coast’s tourism operators saw quite a sharp return, helped by f ne,

“Advance bookings are generally higher than they’ve been for at least f ve years, and are probably starting to hit the 10-year mark – optimism has improved that signif cantly.”

Darby says local operators are now looking ahead to February, to ensure momentum keeps up in 2014. A key element is strengthening the inbound market, as international visitation rates remained sluggish in 2013 (although Overall, 2013 was very there was a boost in New Zealand trade favourable – although we got due to direct f ights off to a slow start we did gather into the Coast). momentum very quickly, and Darby tells MWP the success of the that got stronger and stronger Coast’s f rst Tough as the year progressed Mudder, and Bill Darby ongoing events such as the dry winter weather. Combined with a more Caloundra Music Festival and Mooloolaba positive political and economic forecast and slight Triathlon, will help boost the region’s image improvement in the foreign exchange, this created within international markets. a snowball effect which contributed to a “quicker “Events that have international prof le are than expected” recovery. great contributors, in that they have immeasurable “By the middle of the year advance bookings impact in leveraging our brand outside the region,” and the optimism within the tourism industry says Darby. “At the moment our region’s had picked up substantially, and there hasn’t been international prof le is stronger than it has been a sign of that slowing down,” says Darby. for many years.”

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STAYING ON TOP OF TECHNOLOGY and the impacts they can have. laptops and smartphones out of Pettina Stanghon, owner of the bedrooms.

Integrated Life Centre at Peregian, Unrestricted media use can have says it can be overwhelming for serious consequences and has been parents but it is important to linked with violence, cyberbullying, understand social media and the school woes, obesity and lack of internet and know how they work. sleep.

“This is not going away,” says And Stanghon says it is linked Stanghon. to a lack of empathy because young “I’m on every social media, just people are not dealing with the to know what they are and how they face-to-face ramif cations of what work. Every they say online. month there’s Our use of a new thing social media It’s not going away that pops up has become so so demonising it and you’ve got predominant to be across she says events is not being ith the ever-increasing them because are almost helpful. Model that range of technology your kids insignif cant if behaviour that you devices on the market will be.” they are not it is highly likely at least one was The posted on want as a parent a present of choice in your American Instagram or household this Christmas.

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If technology devices did Pediatrics released a policy with She says it starts to impact on make it into Santa’s sack, experts recommendations for managing how children and teenagers feel suggest it is a perfect time to think children’s media use earlier this year, about themselves and young girls about the way your family uses the which includes limiting a child’s in particular are having diff culty internet, technology and social media tweeting and texting and keeping discerning their online persona from their real persona.

“It distorts your perspective because everyone else thinks you’re having a great life,” she says.

In America studies have found children aged eight to 18 spend an average of more than seven hours each day using some kind of entertainment media, and Stanghon says the f gures are similar in Australia.

Many children watch television online, use social media and send text messages from their bedrooms, often after lights out, and many parents don’t set rules about media use.

Stanghon says there should not be computers in bedrooms and children need to have time limits for their entertainment use and guidelines on when and how to Open 7 days use online media. from 9am to 5pm.

“My viewpoint on it is that it’s Rides start at 10am. not going away so demonising it is not being helpful,” she says. “Model that behaviour that you want as a parent.”

She says a lot of parents don’t switch their own phones off when they get home or during meal times and it makes it harder to set examples for their children to follow.

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ngelina Jolie’s double mastectomy and former first bloke Tim Mathieson’s bad prostate cancer joke captured the public attention when it came to notable health moments in 2013. But world-leading research and worrying public health trends also made an impact in the past year.

THE JOLIE EFFECT Angelina Jolie’s mastectomy disclosure raised the prof le of the deadly BRCA1 and BRCA2 gene mutations, leading to a sharp increase in testing among Australian women.

But only f ve per cent of breast cancer cases involve the gene, says cancer Council Australia CEO Professor Ian Olver.

He advises women to limit alcohol, keep active, eat well and have regular mammograms.

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INTERNATIONAL HONOUR Former Australian of the Year Professor Graeme Clark was thrilled to win the 2013 Lasker medical research award for his work on the cochlear implant.

The award is regarded as the American version of the Nobel Prize.

“It was quite unexpected,” says Clark.

“All awards are signif cant and meaningful, but this is one that I suppose is a culmination of acceptance of the research which I have been at for 45 years.”

The worst health news of 2013 is Australia’s ranking as the fourth fattest developed nation. Four million adults are obese and an additional nine million are overweight.

One of the problems, says the Heart Foundation, is that only about 500,000 of the four million obese adults rate their health as poor.

CHLAMYDIA CALAMITY Parents shuddered at the news that sexually transmitted chlamydia is rampant among young Australians. Associate Professor David Wilson believes the 82,000 new cases in the latest reporting period could be as little as one-sixth of the real number. Part of the problem is that chlamydia seldom has symptoms and people don’t take it seriously. But it can cause serious complications, including chronic pain and infertility. Another disease on Wilson’s radar is viral hepatitis, with 6702 new cases of the B strain and 10,114 of the C strain.

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] EAT, FAST, LIVE LONGER Dieting fads come and go, but 2013 belongs to Dr Michael Mosleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 5:2 plan involving two days of severe calorie restriction a week. On a visit to Australia in September, the self-experimenting BBC television doctor said he had lost weight, managed to control his diabetes and had reduced his cholesterol. And he no longer snored. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It works because it is simple, logical and not too challenging.â&#x20AC;?

His wife, a GP, is so happy with his progress he is now on a 6:1 maintenance plan.â&#x20AC;&#x153;No male in my family has lived to older than 72. I would rather live a bit longer than that,â&#x20AC;? he said.

WORLD-LEADING RESEARCH HEALTHY COMMUNITIES One of the most useful health innovations of 2013 was the launch of a website that gives people information about their area compared with similar areas and the rest of Australia.

The MyHealthyCommunities site covers more than 70 measures of health care, ranging from GP and specialist waiting times to local vaccination levels.

The site is a companion to the MyHospitals site, which measures hospital performance in a similar way to the MySchools website.

Both are managed by the National Health Performance Authority, which says it is achieving more than 10,000 views a day.

Australian scientists have again put up a brave f ght against deadly diseases.

After 33 years of hard slog, University of NSW Professor Peter Gunning felt conf dent enough to announce progress in his search for a drug that makes cancer cells implode. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been surprised by the potential of this treatment. It is likely to work against all cancers,â&#x20AC;?

Gunning says.

In other important developments, scientists at the Asbestos Diseases Research Institute believe they have found a way to treat people with mesothelioma, a deadly cancer caused by asbestos.

And a New Zealand company, Innate Immunotherapeutics, has moved its operations to Australia to test a drug that dramatically improves the quality of life of people with a dreadful form of multiple sclerosis.

SHAMEFUL CONFUSION Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been a shameful year for prostate cancer testing.

In January former f rst bloke Tim Mathieson embarrassed himself when he joked that â&#x20AC;&#x153;a small Asian female doctorâ&#x20AC;? was the best person to conduct a physical prostate exam.

However, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the cancer experts who are truly letting men down.

They still cannot agree on testing guidelines for low-risk Australians.

Urologists, cancer groups, GPs and pathologists must get together to agree, says the Urological Societyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Professor Mark Frydenberg.

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A respected Australian scientist believes he has come up with a life-extending superdrug that prevents and treats cancer and Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s disease.

Harvard-based Professor David Sinclair has started clinical trials on the potion that targets an enzyme that is switched on naturally by calorie restriction, exercise and resveratrol in red wine.

But take note. The essential ingredients are 100 times more potent than a glass of wine, so trying to drink to your health is more likely to end in death.

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HIV diagnoses are rising at a record rate as an increasing number of gay Australians admit to having unprotected casual sex, according to two major reports released in 2013.

An annual surveillance report shows 1253 people were diagnosed in the latest reporting period.

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he Sunshine Coast needs more than 1300 blood donations this week to prevent supplies dropping to critical levels and to help save lives.

While many people believe blood donations help save the lives of road trauma victims, a vast number donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t realise how essential blood supplies are to the survival of many others.

Australian cancer patients use more than 10 times the amount of blood used by road trauma victims.

According to Blood Service research it is a little-known fact, especially among those who do not give blood.

Blood Service spokesperson Rebecca Ind is encouraging locals and visitors to take part in the Blood Blitz to ensure essential blood levels are kept up over the holiday period. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our marketing research recently showed

that 40 per cent of Australians who donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t give blood also believe theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re unlikely to need it,â&#x20AC;? Ind says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They cited road trauma as the leading cause of blood use, when in reality it accounts for just two per cent of the total use of Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s donated blood. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Cancer patients are by far the most prolif c users of blood, accounting for 34 per cent of Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s stock each year â&#x20AC;&#x201C; they rely on it to make it through chemotherapy.â&#x20AC;?

The holiday period is a particularly critical time for the Coastâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Blood Service, when donations usually drop off while locals take holidays.

This week the Blood Service is hoping locals who donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t normally donate, and visitors to the region, will make a critical blood donation to help bolster life-saving blood supplies.

A drop-off in supplies leads to a major drop-off in platelets, the shortest-lived blood product, which is critical to the treatment of cancer patients.

Ind says platelets have only a f ve-day shelf life so any donations made before Christmas will expire well before the New Year.

It is not too late to share some Christmas spirit and help sick people who are spending time in hospital. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Every donation helps to save as many as three lives and Christmas is the perfect time to give back to the community,â&#x20AC;? Ind says.

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study of farts on planes was among the stranger pieces of scientific research published this year.

That’s according to the Australian Science Media Centre, which has released its pick of the most bizarre research projects of the past 12 months.

Danish surgeons led the way with a study of airline f atulence, conf rming what many already suspect: pressurised cabins make us gassy, and it’s better out than in.

To combat the problem, they suggest slashing the amount of f bre in inf ight meals.

Flatulent passengers could even be identif ed via a methane breath test and denied entry, they proposed.

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On a related note, American researchers investigated the human sense of smell. They discovered that, in the same way the human tongue can detect f ve distinct types of taste, the nose can detect 10 distinct types of odour.

They range from ‘fragrant’ and ‘fruity’ at one extreme, to ‘pungent’ and ‘decayed’ at the other, with ‘popcorn’ f lling another category altogether.

Meanwhile, researchers in Japan were busy f guring out what people were dreaming about by reading their brainwaves, and Italian vets found that dogs wag their tail to the right when they’re happy and to the left when they’re scared.

Finally, Swedish mathematicians found that people are more likely to clap loudly if others around them are doing it, rather than responding to a performance – or piece of research.

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TIME f rst announced its ‘Man of the Year’ in 1927. It is recognition for the person who TIME’s editors think most inf uenced the news that year, whether for good or bad. Charles Lindbergh was the f rst person who took out the honour. While the list certainly focuses on those in the US (no Australians have ever made it), there are plenty of international names who have taken out the title.

These include Mahatma Gandhi (1930), Adolf Hitler (1938), Joseph Stalin (1942) and Mikhail Gorbachev (1987). Few women have made the cut, and include Elizabeth II (1952) and Corazon Aquino (1986).

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Pope Francis is TIME’s 2013 Person of the Year,” wrote managing editor Nancy Gibbs.

“Rarely has a new player on the world stage captured so much attention so quickly – young and old, faithful and cynical – as Pope Francis.

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IME magazine has named Pope Francis its person of the year, saying that in nine months in office the head of the Catholic Church had become a new voice of conscience.

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See in the new year with the sweet sounds of popular local vocal duo Smooth & Groove, who will be playing classics from the ‘50s and ‘60s rock and roll era as well as current top 40 hits at Club Kawana from 6.30pm til late.

Keen to dress up, dine out or just enjoy some live music? Here’s a selection of what’s on at venues across the Coast on the last night of 2013.

NYE ZOMBIE APOCALYPSE PARTY WITH MERIDIAN, Beerwah Hotel, 4pm FIVE-COURSE DEGUSTATION DINNER, Lot104, 5pm NYE FAMILY PARTY, The Waterfront Hotel, 5pm CRAZY HAT NYE DINNER, Sandbar Café & Kiosk, 6pm & 8.30pm ‘80S NYE PARTY, Kings Beach Tavern, 7pm BACK2BACK & GAMING GIVEAWAY, Caloundra Power Boat Club, 8pm BLACK TIE AND BOARDIES NYE PARTY, The Surf Club Mooloolaba, 8pm SARENDA, Palmwoods Hotel, 8pm THE FLOATING BRIDGES, Solbar, 9pm

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<< If you wake up on New Year’s Day with a beastly hangover, there are no shortage of remedies out there – the medical community says there’s nothing for it but rest, f uids and time, but if you’re really desperate you can make yourself a prairie oyster. It’s a morning-after cocktail of raw egg (yolk unbroken), Tabasco and Worcestershire sauces, vinegar and a good dash of salt and pepper (brandy is optional). Sounds foul, but the gentlemen over at Esquire magazine swear by it. Bottoms up!

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Friday, December 27 DESTINY’S PLAN, Caloundra Power Boat Club, 6pm ROY MORRIS, Club Kawana, 6.30pm CONTRABAND, Palmwoods Hotel, 8pm DJ SAMMY B, Beerwah Hotel, 8pm MITZI + CHARLES MURDOCH , Solbar, 9pm RICKY THE ROCKSTAR, One Up Bar & Bistro, 8pm

Saturday, December 28 MOVIE: Stuck for something to do with the kids over the festive season? Take in a new release f ick at Birch, Carroll & Coyle Sunshine Plaza. You can catch Disney’s Frozen, Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs 2 and The Secret Life of Walter Mitty on Boxing Day, and Walking with Dinosaurs: The Movie opens on New Year’s Day. You can buy a Christmas Gift Pass online at eventcinemas.com.au.

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TWILIGHT RACES, Sunshine Coast Turf Club, 4pm ADRENALINE DUO, Club Kawana, 6.30pm STEVENSON STREET, Caloundra Power Boat Club, 6.30pm BAD HABITS, Palmwoods Hotel, 8pm JERICHO, Beerwah Hotel, 8pm JIMMY MAC, One Up Bar & Bistro, 8pm BONJAH + EL MOTH, Solbar, 9pm

Sunday, December 29 MURPHY’S PIGS, Caloundra Boat Club, 2pm THE HI-BOYS, Solbar, 2pm BROWN TROUTS, Palmwoods Hotel, 3pm SHARON BROOKS, One Up Bar & Bistro, 3pm

Thursday, January 2 DAVID LEE, Club Kawana, 11am BARRY CHARLES & THE DEEPER BEAT, Caloundra Power Boat Club, 7.45pm HALF MOON RUN, Solbar, 9pm

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<< Need a new year detox? The folks at Kunara Organic Marketplace in Forest Glen will help you recover from Christmas overindulgence with a raw food workshop on January 11, designed to introduce you to simple sugar-, gluten- and dairy-free recipes which will cleanse and restore your body without leaving you feeling hungry or deprived. The workshop is $65 and you can register online at kunara.com.au/events.html.

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Upcoming entertainment at Caloundra Power Boat Club NIK PHILLIPS DUO

DOC SPAN BAND Thursday December 26 1/4 to eight on Quarterdeck

Sunday January 5 at 2pm Nik Phillips has long been a leading figure in the Queensland live music scene – he has released six albums, plays more than 250 gigs a year and has performed the official State of Origin song. If that wasn’t enough he’s recently been performing in China, where he was the first Western artist to record a top five hit on the national radio network chart. He’s now back in Australia to share his love of live music with locals once more.

US-born Doc Span is renowned for his authentic harmonica playing, warm, deep, vocals and soulful stage presence. He and guitar guru Ross Williams have played almost every festival in Australia and will bring a show filled with classic and original rhythm and blues.

MURPHY’S PIGS Sunday December 29 at 2pm This award-winning 10-piece Celtic rock band are renowned for their passion and energy. With a repertoire that includes songs from around the Celtic Sea, they blend folk, rock, jazz, country and blues with rich harmonies (and a love of a good drop of whiskey).

BARRY CHARLES & THE DEEPER BEAT Thursday January 2 1/4 to eight on Quarterdeck With a unique voice developed over years in the blues and rock scene, Barry Charles is sometimes referred to as an ‘extreme vocalist’ and is renowned for his exceptional vocal range and innovative scatting technique.

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Texture in interiors Outdoor furniture designers are busily preparing for 2014. When shopping for furniture, expect to f nd plenty of modular pieces made for the outdoors.

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Soft silky curtains, textured tiles in the bathroom, luxurious handmade rugs, raw metal light f xtures, woollen throw rugs, indoor plants and lots of natural timbers – whatever your taste, 2014 is all about mixing up textures. Get touchy-feely in the home with a variety of touchable furniture, f ttings and soft furnishings. Layering textures is also a great way to add variety while sticking to a neutral colour palette or simple design brief.

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Dulux has released its colour forecasts for 2014.

Among its design trends are what it calls The Digital Nomads – look out for contrasting colours and digital patterns that push the traditional design boundaries. Another of its forecasts – the Romantic Spirits – celebrates a darker side and features hues with luscious names such as Rusted Crimson, Vintage Green and Moroccan Leather.

Get more inspiration and paint colour ideas from dulux.com.au/colour/colour-forecast-2014.

Let’s go retro in the bathroom. Expect to be elbowing other renovators out of the way as you head into the tile shop to buy your glossy subway tiles for the bathroom. And in further good news, they work just as well in the kitchen too.

Embracing built-ins As we head into the new year we are demanding even more from our living spaces, especially our kitchens. In 2014 we are all after ease and ergonomics, and that means integrating your appliances into your space. Built-in coffee machines are increasingly popular.

If you love a fresh brew in the morning you’ll never regret the investment of a coffee centre. Choose your favourite machine that offers cappuccinos, espressos and lattes at the touch of a button, and build this into an area of the kitchen that provides shelving or hooks for cups, a drawer for the beans, sugar and spoons, and anything else you need. Place it close to the fridge so the milk is handy too.

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If you can’t decide whether to paint or paper, you can do both in the one room. Most wallpaper retailers also sell paint, so matching your paper pattern to the perfect paint hue is relatively easy.

Wallpapers are wonderfully touchable, creating a focal point in a room and adding drama and interest. It’s a great way to introduce colour and texture into a room, whether with a subtle single-colour or a dramatic f ocked pattern in multiple hues.

Ask you wallpaper retailer for samples – you can take a strip with you to see what the pattern and colour looks like in your home.

The basic tools you will need for a DIY job include scissors and a sharp blade, paste trough, paint roller and measuring tape and plumb-line, adhesive, ladder, bucket and drop cloth.

WALLPAPER 101 Adhesives: There are many different glues or pastes available to adhere the paper to your wall, and it’s important to get the right paste for the paper you choose. Paste can be made from wheat, cellulose or clay. There are also clear pastes and specialty glues for borders. Some papers are pre-pasted and just need to be dipped into water to activate the adhesive.

Border: A narrow strip of paper usually placed along skirting boards or windows.

Damask: A paper with a raised design that imitates stylised textiles, usually with a f oral theme.

Colour run: Rolls of paper that are printed at the same time with the same ink. It is important when buying more than one roll to make sure they were in the same print run, to ensure the colours in the paper match.

Dry hanging: This is a method of hanging the paper where the adhesive is applied to the wall instead of the back of the paper.

Embossed: Wallpaper that has a raised textured effect.

Flocked: Wallpaper that has a velvety feel.

Moire: These papers have a silky, watery appearance or a timber effect embossed on the surface.

Pattern match: With patterned papers, when hanging you will want to align the edges of each strip so that the pattern maintains a continuous f ow around the room.

Railroading: Applying wallpaper horizontally instead of vertically.

Rollage: A term you will hear used by manufacturers or retailers whereby the paper is measured in rolls rather than metres.

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uying a small car is a bit like ordering from one of those huge menus in a Chinese restaurant – so many choices. At last count there were at least 30 models from more than two dozen manufacturers all vying for a slice of Australia’s small car market.

Into this f erce competition comes Renault’s new Megane hatch.

Perhaps the most striking thing about this new car is that it’s not all that striking at all. French cars have

always tended to be a bit on the quirky side but the new Megane is very conventional by comparison. The only slightly unusual feature is the Megane’s key – the size and shape of a credit card, which f ts into a slot in the dash behind the gearshift lever.

Beyond that, this hatchback is the very model of practicality. Most sensible of all is the 4.4L/100km eff ciency of its 1.5-litre, four-cylinder diesel engine – one of three engine variants available on this model. The

Megane will be available in hatch, sedan and coupe-cabrio format.

Renault is offering the entry-level Megane Expression hatch with two-litre petrol engine at a tempting launch price of $19,990 drive away.

So how does the Megane stack up? Surprisingly well, as it turns out.

We drove a model a little further up the family tree – the mid-range GT Line hatchback that retails for $28,990 and seems generously equipped for the price. As well as the features of the entry-level Expression model, which include f ve-star safety rating, cruise control, speed limiter, Bluetooth with audio connectivity and MP3 audio, the GT model adds climate-control air-conditioning, automatic headlights and wipers, electronic park brake, rear parking sensors, satellite navigation and 17-inch alloys.

The GT model MAKE/MODEL also gets some special RENAULT MEGANE GT treatment from the DETAILS Renault Sport engineers Five-door, f ve-seat small hatchback with four-cylinder who have tweaked turbo-diesel engine and the suspension with six-speed dual-clutch stiffer springs and a automatic transmission.

30-millimetre lower BOTTOM LINE centre of gravity, giving $28,990 plus onroad costs. the GT a more dynamic

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feel than its siblings. The result is a car that handles particularly well.

Sadly, the GT’s sporty edge ends there. Performance-wise the diesel is less than inspiring, with a surprising amount of turbo-lag making it particularly sluggish on take-off. Its performance is further blunted by the ponderous nature of its Eff cient Dual Clutch (EDC) transmission – less quick-shifting and intuitive than many of these increasingly popular semi-automatic gearboxes.

All in all, though, the Megane is a thoroughly ref ned driving experience.

The payoff for the Renault’s modest performance is its fuel eff ciency. Although we couldn’t match the off cial average, we managed to stay well below 7L/100km for our week’s driving.

Despite its shortcomings, we’d still plump for the 1.5-litre diesel, with its modest 81kW but sturdy 240Nm of torque, which delivers eff ciency and driveability. It all adds up to a fairly attractive package – to which Renault has added an extensive f ve-year warranty and capped-price servicing.

It’s not enough to make the Megane stand above the others on that extensive small car menu. But at least it deserves a place at the table.

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48 Cover Story Facts and f gures from the year that was in real estate

CONTENTS 49 Auctions & Market Tracker 62 New Development

REAL ESTATE AGENT INDEX 58 Belle Property 49 Michael Knights 60 Next Property Group 50 Platinum 64 RE/MAX 56 RealWay 45 Vic Murphy

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VIC MURPHY

REAL ESTATE

SCHINDLER’S LISTINGS

2013

Maroochydore “JUST LISTED” Enjoy a CBD and River lifestyle from this two bedroom townhouse in a small complex of eight. Direct access from garage into unit, end unit allows extra privacy and extra light, East facing patio and courtyard/garden. High $200,000 buyers will be impressed!!!

Maroochydore/Alexandra Headland “JUST LISTED” on the 8th level with magnificent ocean views. A great location, two units only per floor, walk to restaurants and cafes, this two bedroom, two bathroom unit is in a quiet tucked away position. Buyers in the Mid $300,000s should inspect.

MAROOCHYDORE/KULUIN – 1 Crows Ash Place AFFORDABLE NEW HOME!!

Cleverly positioned on a slightly elevated corner block, and perfect for the downsizing family or couple. This brand new home features large open plan living flowing onto entertaining area and deck. 3 large bedrooms with ensuite to main. Nuetral tones throughout with quality finish and professionally landscaped gardens. Minimal body corp. Nothing to be done - just move in! Don’t hesitate, as this value packed impressive property MUST BE SOLD.

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Mooloolaba - 2/31 Buderim Ave., “Portofino”. Pet friendly, spacious 3 bedroom, ensuited unit with ground floor location, has stunning exclusive use garden with perfect Northerly aspect. Two car security parking plus storeroom. Private complex of 5 apartments. An inspection is a must to appreciate all on offer.

M/Dore/Alexandra Headland 150 metres to beach, 2 bedrooms, ensuite unit. Large rooms, large balcony, reduced to $279,000 Furnished. MUST SELL. Maroochydore - “Key Largo” 1 bedroom unit with resort facilities and prime location opposite the beach. This is your perfect holiday retreat. Fully Furnished and at $225,000 its great buying.

Glennis Schindler always going the extra mile!!!!!

Glennis Schindler 0412 737 324

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Face the facts Following on from this week’s MWP cover story, here are some snippets from the local property industry to f nish off the year.

2013

10% Sales to investors are up on 2012, by about 10 per cent. During 2014 they will get even higher.

= $220,000 = $215,000

= $185,000

Housing affordability is a hot topic every year, and in 2013 there were some true property bargains on the Coast.

Gary Langford from Day & Grimes sold 23 Tallangatta Street, Nambour for $215,000 in June, and then sold the three-bedroom home at 2 Coes Creek Road, Burnside for $185,000 in October. That’s not bad buying when you consider that a new Mercedes-Benz GL 63 AMG f ve-door SUV will set you back around $220,000.

TOP SELLING SUBURBS HOUSES

Michael Matusik on the investment trend that emerged in 2013. On his Matusik Missive blog, the state’s leading property commentator writes that 40 per cent of houses, 70 per cent of townhouses and around 85 per cent of apartments are selling to non-owner-occupiers.

Sept 2013

12mths to Sept 2013

Buderim

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Maroochydore 64

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Tewantin

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Mooloolaba

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Nambour

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Noosa Heads

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Sippy Downs

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Pelican Waters 30

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Alexandra Headland

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Noosaville

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Buderim

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Kings Beach

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Mountain Creek 22

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Caloundra

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Little Mountain 25

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Coolum Beach 16

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TOP SELLING SUBURBS UNITS

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“SOURCE: REIQ, data obtained from RPData (www.rpdata.com.au). Enquiries about the reproduction of part or all of the information should be directed to the Corporate Affairs Division, REIQ. Based on or contains data provided by the State of Queensland (Department of Natural Resources and Mines ) 2013. In consideration of the State permitting use of this data you acknowledge and agree that the State gives no warranty in relation to the data (including accuracy, reliability, completeness, currency or suitability) and accepts no liability (including without limitation, liability in negligence) for any loss, damage or costs (including consequential damage) relating to any use of the data. Data must not be used for direct marketing or be used in breach of the privacy laws.”

On a national front, I am constantly speaking with principals in our Brisbane and Sydney off ces and receiving incredible reports of increased turnover and enormous prices achieved in a very short time frame.

Historically our turn is not far around the corner.

Belle Property Buderim principal Bevan Horsnell, on the results his brand is seeing nationally and what that means for the Coast in 2014.

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Unit sales traditionally recover a little slower than house sales, and REIQ CEO Anton Kardash tells MPP while this has been true on the Coast in 2013, preliminary unit sales f gures for the September quarter were up by nine per cent.

Hey, big spenders Next Property Group reports it has sold more than $100 million worth of Sunshine Coast property in the past four months alone.

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A U CT I O N S & M A R K E T TRACKER

Auction Results

3 ORME ROAD, BUDERIM $650,000 / 3 bed, 2 bath, 1 car Belle Property Buderim, Janetta van der Linde

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16 PACIFIC VIEW PARADE, BUDERIM $640,000 / 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car RealWay Buderim, Rob Gardner

12 WAKE COURT, BIRTINYA Passed in. Negotiating. Now listed for high $400,000s. / Land Next Property Group 1300 400 777, Craig Porter 0411 554 880

1 PANAMUNA CRESCENT, BUDERIM $503,000 / 3 bed, 1 bath, 1 car RealWay Buderim, Marg Deighton

36 TRIBULATION CIRCUIT, BUDERIM Passed in. Negotiating. / 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Next Property Group 1300 400 777, Karen Cleeton 0438 930 183

26 Gardenvale Drive, Coes Creek $365,000 / 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Riddell Real Estate, John Pyne

UNIT 4 ‘ROLLING SURF RESORT’, 8 LEVUKA AVENUE, KINGS BEACH Passed in. Negotiating. / 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Next Property Group 1300 400 777, Sally Mulhearn 0422 228 320, Kerri Johnston 0412 580 184

12 MALUMBA DRIVE, CURRIMUNDI $430,000 / 3 bed, 2 bath, 3 car RealWay Caloundra, James Reynolds

4/68 CARTER ROAD, NAMBOUR $259,000 / 2 bed, 2 bath, 1 car First National Carolans, Andy Sharma 17 SPRING MYRTLE AVENUE, NAMBOUR $390,000 / 5 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Victor Realty, Craig Heppell 12 FLAME TREE COURT, PALMWOODS $595,000 / 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car RE/MAX Realty Excellence, Andrew Kirby 17 GARDEN AVENUE, PALMWOODS $380,000 / 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Elders Palmwoods, Darren Lockwood

136 KARAWATHA DRIVE, MOUNTAIN CREEK Sold for $550,000. / 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Next Property Group 1300 400 777, Craig Porter 0411 554 880

28/2 LYON STREET, DICKY BEACH $255,000 / 2 bed, 1 bath, 1 car RealWay Caloundra, Darren Ide

16 HILL STREET, PALMWOODS $370,000 / 4 bed, 1 bath, 3 car Elders Palmwoods, Mike Burns, Natalie Massa

20 PALM STREET, NAMBOUR Passed in. Now listed at $220,000. / 3 bed, 1 bath, 2 car First National Carolans 5441 1344, Kathy Mulheron 0481 313 336

59 ELKHORN STREET, KULUIN $555,000 / 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Mooloolaba Real Estate, Mark Osborne

282 OLD PALMWOODS ROAD, PALMWOODS $770,000 / 5 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Elders Palmwoods, Natalie Massa

Market Tracker

A list of what’s recently sold on the Coast:

21 KING ORCHID DRIVE, LITTLE MOUNTAIN $434,000 / 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car RealWay Caloundra, Darren Ide

149 LINDEMAN ROAD, BEERWAH $580,000 / 5 bed, 3 bath, 2 car Next Property Group, Craig Arkell, Brooke Morrison

12 PEONY CIRCUIT, LITTLE MOUNTAIN $458,000 / 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Next Property Group, Andrew Dyce

27 PRIMROSE COURT, PALMWOODS $387,000 / 4 bed, 1 bath, 2 car Elders Palmwoods, Natalie Massa

13 SWEEP COURT, BIRTINYA $596,000 / 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car RE/MAX Realty Excellence, Cath Campbell

26 COOINDA CRESCENT, MAROOCHYDORE $350,000 / 3 bed, 1 bath, 1 car Mooloolaba Real Estate, Mark Osborne

20 JANDERRA STREET, BUDERIM $557,000 / 5 bed, 3 bath, 2 car Next Property Group, Richard Scrivener

2205/1 MUNGAR STREET, MAROOCHYDORE $375,000 / 2 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Mooloolaba Real Estate, Trudy Hickey

26/83 LINDSAY ROAD, BUDERIM $385,000 / 3 bed, 1 bath, 1 car RealWay Buderim, Richard Meacle

4/5 WILDWOOD PLACE, MOOLOOLAH VALLEY $735,000 / 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Next Property Group, Craig Arkell, Brooke Morrison

18 MILLGROVE PLACE, BUDERIM $512,000 / 3 bed, 1 bath, 1 car RE/MAX Realty Excellence, Darren Rix, Dave Hawkins

200 MOUNT MELLUM ROAD, MOUNT MELLUM $530,000 / 1 bed, 1 bath, 1 car Elders Palmwoods, Mike Burns

1 TESKE DRIVE, PALMWOODS $730,000 / 3 bed, 1 bath Elders Palmwoods, Darren Lockwood 15/239 KAWANA WAY, PARREARRA $370,000 / 3 bed, 2 bath, 1 car Next Property Group, Jodie Hedley-Ward, David Holmes 19 LAPOINYA CRESCENT, WARANA $482,000 / 3 bed, 1 bath, 1 car Next Property Group, Karen Jones, Bree Charles 2 NEW STREET, WOOMBYE $325,000 / 4 bed, 2 bath Belle Property Buderim, Bradley Muffet *As supplied by contributing real estate agencies

Michael Knights Realty Pty Ltd Australia’s Premier Real Estate Agent

Sunshine Coast Property Alliance

www.michaelknights.com.au www.sunshinecoastproperty.com.au

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SUPER SUPER CHEAP CHEAP = BE VERY QUICK! BUYERS IN THE $300,000’S SHOULD INSPECT BUDERIM 75 King Street

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• 610m2 on top of the hill in Buderim Central

• Bring your cheque book and your tool bag!

• Good size bedrooms, solid brick home

• This great little cheapie is ready for a quick renovation

• Converted garage and a double carport

• The land also has extra potential for future development

• Buderim’s best available at this price

YOU WON’T WANT TO MISS THIS AUCTION!

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FOR A FREE MARKET APPRAISAL Phone: 0409 018 778 MY W EEKLYPREVIE W. CO M . AU

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Live The Life – The Ultimate North Facing Waterfront, Minyama Island 15 Minyama Island, MINYAMA A north-facing waterfront home on desirable Minyama Island is not offered to market very often, and this property is something truly special. The home features balconies from each of the five bedrooms, plus five bathrooms, a sauna, wine room, three-car garage, pool and pontoon. The light and space impresses from the moment you step through the door, with the use of glass and high ceilings adding to the sense of space, while separation is maintained by the clever design. The home features casual and formal indoor and outdoor eating and mingling zones, plus a family/media room, barbecue area, lounge rooms and study. With a 32mtr river frontage to your own deepwater ocean access, 15 Minyama Island is a lifestyle property and is sure to appeal to the boating enthusiast who appreciates lifes creature comforts. The original owners are now ready to downsize.

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• Desirable, exclusive position • One of only 22 blocks on the island • 1500 square metre block • 32 metres of river frontage • Four outdoor eating zones • Sauna and dedicated wine room • Large pontoon • Balconies to all bedrooms • Air conditioning

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Shop 4 Dwyer House, 256 Nicklin Way, Warana.

Telephone: 5437 8806

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Inspect Saturday 28th December 11am-12pm or by appointment

• Ready to build on

Price From $590,000

• The exclusive project offers privacy, security and unsurpassed lifestyle in a central location. Each home will have an intercom from the main gate to the house plus access to their own Marina Berth, which boasts direct ocean access.

Internet ID 2526552

• Easy access to the Motorway

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Additional cost fixtures and fittings may also be shown. Inclusions shown refer to the Plantation Collection and exclude Breakthrough and Ready Built. See your Sales Consultant for a full list of standard inclusions. * 2 track bi-fold door included in lieu of cornerless sliding door. Single track bi-fold door included when corner is shown on master plan. Additional bi-fold door can be purchased at an additional cost. ◊ Walk-in Butler’s pantry is not available on the Maison Q1 design, see your Sales Consultant for house-specific inclusions. # Excludes Break Through and Ready Built. Air-conditioning offer includes 2 zones (single storey homes), or up to 7 zones (double storey homes - house specific), three phase power, meter box if required and is limited to lots up to 800m2 with 6m front setback. ~ Exclusions apply. Visit www.plantationhomes.com.au for full details. † Colorbond® not included on ReadyBuilt homes. ^ Excludes doors to wet areas, bedrooms, wardrobes & linen cupboards.

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Designed by renowned architect John Hockings to make the most of an ideal north-east aspect, this stylish home captures spectacular coastal views. Soaring ceilings create a sense of space and the indoor areas f ow seamlessly to outdoor terraces. There are quality f xtures and f nishes throughout, and the separate living areas overlook landscaped gardens and lawns. The main residence has three bedrooms and there is a separate, semi-detached guest quarters.

The home is well positioned on the rise of a gently sloping 7635-square metre parcel.

4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car All offers considered RE/MAX Realty Excellence 5476 7654 Darren Rix 0416 188 259 Dave Hawkins 0408 290 084

Bli Bli retreat

Big Mooloolaba home

Space in Palmwoods

In a p private rivate i set setting ting i surrounded by lush trees, this three-bedroom home is on 1469 square metres in a central Bli Bli location.

Of timber construction and with lovely wooden f oors, the home is spacious yet maintains a cottage feel.

It features an air-conditioned open-plan living area, impressive 2-pac kitchen with stone benchtops and top-of-the-range appliances, and a new bathroom with f oor-to-ceiling porcelain tiles.

The home has views over Rosemount and Bli Bli towards Buderim.

On just over two-thirds of an acre with a delightful rainforest backdrop, this central home offers spacious family living. It features soaring ceilings, four large bedrooms and three bathrooms. The fourth bedroom is set slightly apart from the others, providing an ideal space for guests, and the separate living and dining areas are well positioned to capture plenty of natural light and breezes. A versatile studio space could be used for art or as a home-based off ce, and there is a lovely resort-style pool in the fenced rear yard.

With just over 600 square metres of f oor space, this spacious rural retreat features four large bedrooms and two bathrooms. There are two separate decks with lovely rural views of the Palmwoods hinterland, which provide an ideal space to relax or entertain guests. The interior is spacious and very well presented, with large f oor tiles and stylish neutral tones throughout. Downstairs, the area under the home is currently set up to include an off ce, garage and toolshed, offering an ideal area for work or hobbies.

22 Fairview Close, Buderim 3 bed, 1 bath, 2 car Auction on site Saturday January 11 @ 1pm RealWay Buderim 5445 2777 Marg Deighton 0411 399 514

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116 Amarina Ave, Mooloolaba 4 bed, 3 bath, 4 car Forthcoming auction Next Property Group 1300 400 777 David Holmes 0403 110 070

99-105 Woombye Palmwoods Road, Woombye 4 bed, 2 bath, 5 car $598,000 Elders Palmwoods 5478 9122 Dallas Foster 0426 817 163

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A CONCRETE INVESTMENT THAT KEEPS ON BUILDING

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With $100K* in cash or equity as a deposit your rental income will pay off your investment.

Absolute north or east facing Waterfront Apartments FROM $340 K HIGH RENTAL DEMAND LOW BODY CORPORATE HIGH DEPRECIATION SETTLE MAR/APR 2014 MORE THAN 50% SOLD

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Stylish in Parrearra

Live on top of Buderim 15 Bonaire Court, Parrearra 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car $800,000s buyers Next Property Group 1300 400 777 Jodie Hedley-Ward 0424 842 837

On an elevat elevated l ed d 976-square 976-square s metr metre tree bl blo block ock k on top p off B Buderim, home h has a ffamilyd i this hi iimmaculate l h il friendly f oor plan with great separation. There are a spacious formal lounge with stunning ocean views, separate family/living area, contemporary kitchen with granite benches and splashback, covered alfresco entertaining terrace, additional outdoor courtyard and lush tropical gardens. The home is in pristine condition and has energy-eff cient solar power and a 5000-litre water tank with pump.

11 Ballinger Court, Buderim 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car $659,000 REMAX Property Sales 5470 7000 Lee Sutherland 0417 077 847 Justin Christopher 0407 650 472

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BLI BLI 22 Fairview Close

CHARACTER HOME IN PRIVATE SURROUNDS This is a special 3 bedroom home, located in a private, lush tree-top setting on 1469m2 in a quiet Bli Bli cul-de-sac. Of timber construction with lovely timber floors, the “cottagey feel” will appeal to couples or small families seeking something that is different.

• Air-conditioned open plan living area • An expansive covered deck perfect for entertaining • Stunning 2-pac kitchen with top of the range fittings including stone benchtops • Exquisite new bathroom - porcelein tiles to ceiling • Views over Rosemount/Bli Bli looking towards Buderim

3 BED | 1 BATH | 2 CAR

Impressive Buderim home This lovely This lov ovel elyy home hom ho me h has as iinstant nsta ns tant nt aappeal, ppeall, ffrom rom th the double d bl front f d doors through h h to the h li light h and d airy living, dining and kitchen areas, which are open plan and boast air-conditioning and rich wooden f oors. This opens onto a wide, breezy deck with garden and rainforest views. Several bedrooms open onto a second downstairs deck, and the spacious main bedroom has a large spa ensuite. The kitchen is well equipped with wide stove, gas cooktop, dishwasher and fridge included.

41 Martins Creek Road, Buderim 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car $649,000 RealWay Buderim 5445 2777 Jarrad McCarthy 0410 052 219

Inspect: Saturday 12:00-12:45pm Auction: Saturday 11th January 2014 on site at 1pm Marg Deighton 0411 399 514

View 24 hours / 7 days a week on www.realway.com.au Buderim 5445 2777 | Caloundra 5436 0700

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Stunning Aroona abode

Flowing effortlessly over three levels to maximise ocean views, this quality home has an appealing ambiance. The master retreat on the top level has his-and-hers dressing rooms, a full ensuite and a private balcony. Centrally positioned on the open-plan mid level is the spacious gourmet kitchen with Miele appliances and quality f nishes. This level also has a sunken media zone with sound system, grand-sized lounge and bifold doors opening to a covered deck with views.

Downstairs, a sun-drenched timber deck surrounds the private inground pool and spa.

15 Seagull Avenue, Aroona 4 bed, 3 bath, 2 car Price on application Next Property Group 1300 400 777 Karen Jones 0405 122 526

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36 stillwater drive, twin waters

stunning waterfront living - architect designed

lifestyle a life that would be the envy of all others, is finally within reach. shrewdly designed, whether you are simply reading a book by the water, sipping a wine on the deck at sunset, or entertaining a crowd of family and friends, you will be spoilt for choice in this magnificent home. accommodation three large bedrooms, dedicated office, three bathrooms and double garage. the luxurious master bedroom and sumptuous en suite is truly breath taking, with enormous water views. multiple living areas offer the best of the indoor outdoor way of life with bi fold doors opening to the northerly breezes, while a separate media room leads to another internal deck.

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features superlatives are too many to mention, as this home is impeccable in every sense. with over 47 metres of water frontage, a great northerly aspect and only one neighbour this stunning property sets the benchmark for entertaining and the ultimate in relaxed living.

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58 fitzwilliam drive, sippy downs

the perfect large family home

lifestyle this gorgeous family home offers you the rarest of modern day commodities....time. designed and built to minimise the impact on a busy lifestyle, more of your time will be spent enjoying your beautiful home and surroundings, instead of working on them. accommodation grand in size to accommodate the large family, the home provides four large bedrooms plus office, two bathrooms and double garage. clever set up allows for large separate living spaces, with the media room leading through to a well-appointed kitchen and dining, lounge room and outdoor living by the pool. the master bedroom has a luxurious en suite and large walk in robe with all bedrooms located well away from living areas.

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features air conditioned and scrupulously maintained there is absolutely no work to be done. a massive covered front courtyard offers a great location for entertaining and there is plenty of off street parking.

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coolum beach 25 sandy cove crescent • this contemporary, beachy, solid concrete, rendered, 3 level home is in a tree lined street in central coolum.

• open-plan living, dining room & a brilliant renovated kitchen beside a huge terrace • air-conditioning, vacuum maid, stone benches, microwave, dishwasher, oven and hotplates, ceiling fans, pool, office/or 5th bedroom at entry.

• walk to the bays, beaches, restaurants • very keen vendor itching to retire.

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468 diddillibah rd, diddillibah two stunning acreage properties lifestyle outstanding character-filled family residence offering peace and privacy, as well as an adjoining vacant block of land. buy one or buy both.

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• large family home with dual living or home business potential on 7033sqm - $925,000 • limestone blocks, tassie oak floors, leadlights • separate large workshop/shed • adjoining 7124sqm vacant elevated land at 5 gipanni pl, diddillibah - $420,000 neg.

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AUCTION ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES - 46M OF RARE NORTH EAST FACING WATERFRONT 29 Aldinga Place, Mooloolaba There is such a rare opportunity that exists here. This 1363 metre parcel of land with one of the largest water frontages is situated at the end of one of the most enviable canal streets. Purpose built, the opportunity to own this home is made even rarer by the fact it is only the second time it has been offered to the market. Your greatest pleasure will be staying at home as this house has been designed with incredible functionality. With its own white sandy beach, purpose built 16 metre salt water pool and boat ramp - it’s a water lifestyle for one and all. A peaceful setting, for a wonderful lifestyle and all so close to everything Mooloolaba has to offer.

5 Bed | 2.5 Bath | 2 Car

á Magnificent family home á Purpose built 16m salt water pool á Security + solar panels á Side access for boat or trailer á White sandy beach á Potential to sub-divide

Auction: On Site, Sunday January 19th at 11am Inspect: Saturday 3-3.45pm Kate Jewry 0404 817 916 Loren Wimhurst 0415 380 222 Web Code: MCHY3050

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MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEXT YEAR FROM THE TEAM!

WHAT’S COMING UP NEXT

THE BEST LEFT TO LAST, REMAINING LOTS FROM $275,000

OPEN FOR INSPECTION

7 Lots left / 170 Valdora Road, Valdora / Coolum

Vacant Land

‘AURORA’ is the perfect location to build your dream home. Small acreage allotments (average size 8000m2) with picturesque views. Located just 15min to M’dore and 20min to Noosa, AURORA is comprised of just 20 lots, 60% of which have sold and are home to large and prestige homes. The remaining lots are still some of the best view / acreage land the Sunshine Coast has to offer!

Inspect: 7 days a week please contact agent John Skerlak 0413 441 834 Bree Charles 0416 435 391 Web Code: MCHY1719

UPCOMING AUCTIONS - UNDER THE HAMMER

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Sat 12.00-12.30PM - 4/128 King Street - BUD3042 Mid to High $200,000’s - Kerrie Alterator Sat 1.00-1.30PM - 8 Bretz Street - BUD3079 Please contact Agent - Kerrie Alterator

MERIDAN PLAINS

Sat 11.00-11.30AM - 10 Wilkiea Street - BUD3074 High $400,000’s - Kerrie Alterator

15 Minyama Island, MINYAMA Auction: 16th January 2014, if not sold sooner. Please contact agent for details Agent: Karen Jones & Steve Turner (Platinum) Webcode: MIN2968

29 Aldinga Place, MOOLOOLABA Auction: On Site, Sunday

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Sat 10.00-10.45AM - 29 Aldinga Place - MCHY3050 Auction Sun Jan 19th at 11am - Loren Wimhurst

19th January at 11am Agent: Kate Jewry Webcode: MCHY3050

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Kate Jewry 0404 817 916 Karen Cleeton 0438 930 183 Karen Jones 0405 122 526 Kerri Johnston 0412 580 184 Kerrie Alterator 0448 522 890 Kylie Tredrea 0402 240 687 Loren Wimhurst 0415 380 222 Minka Jenkins 0488 550 063 Richard Scrivener 0416 799 188 Robyne Williams 0488 999 536 Sally Mulhearn 0422 228 320 Trevor Jones 0488 999 156

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NEW DEVELOPMENT

Build it and they will come It’s been a busy year for Sunshine Coast developers. My Property Preview inspects several major projects that are being snapped up by buyers keen to grab a slice of the local lifestyle.

Stockland

Sunshine Cove 2013 was a big year for Sunshine Cove, which launched a number of land releases and welcomed new residents to its central Maroochydore estate.

Sales manager Penny Service says the release of several new land offerings, including the Brighton and Savannah precincts, meant there was plenty of activity on site.

“We released our f rst north-facing waterfront lots, and we’re starting to see people building their homes on those,” says Service. “We’re expecting to see people moving in there through the Easter period.”

Service says Sunshine Cove has sold out of the Sarina Precinct and has only two lots remaining in the Moreton Precinct. Off-the-plan sales have also been strong in the Savannah Precinct, with 82 lots released and only 27 remaining, and construction planned to commence in January.

“We’re expecting to see a real f urry of construction commence in the Savannah Precinct early in the new year,” says Service. “In terms of civil construction, we’re also nearing completion on the construction on the innovative and versatile new Soho lots in our Flinders Precinct.”

These lots are primarily aimed at the smaller investor or owner-occupier who operates a business, as they incorporate a shopfront – either off ce or retail – on the ground f oor, an off ce space on the second f oor and home on the third.

Service says this style of allotments is new to the Coast, and will be ready to build on in February. “We suspect they are going to be a real hit with astute investors, given the location with the Maroochy CBD,” she says.

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We’re seeing a lot of locals and a lot of people coming off acreage who want to live centrally We’re seeing a lot of locals, and a lot of people coming off acreage who want to live centrally and are pretty eager to have that active lifestyle, along with those interstate visitors who have fallen in love with the Sunshine Coast lifestyle.”

Sunshine Cove plans to release another 85 lots in its Trinity Precinct before Easter, and will also commence development of a one-hectare community park with barbecues, a playground, toilet facilities and a public jetty. Meanwhile, a new bridge will open up the estate’s south-west corner, creating between 500 and 600 new home sites.

Service tells MPP that if the results seen in 2013 are any indication, these should be snapped up quickly.

“As soon as we have the land available, people are building and a thriving community emerging,” she says.

National developer Stockland says a commitment to delivering innovative and affordable home and land packages that appeal to a wide range of lifestyles has helped it secure one in two land sales in the Sunshine Coast region in 2013.

Bells Reach at Caloundra, Brightwater at Mountain Creek and Birtinya at Oceanside ended the year with strong buyer interest, with several land releases fast-tracked to meet demand.

Regional manager Ben Simpson says Stockland’s focus on developing quality homes in prime locations close to facilities, such as shops, schools and beaches, were key factors contributing to the successful year.

“Record low interest rates, the State Government’s $15,000 Great Start Grant and council’s proactive approach to development also helped boost buyer conf dence,’’ Simpson says.

The Bells Reach community also received two prestigious awards in 2013.

“The Blue Park, which was launched in February, was recently crowned the Best Landscape Feature in the prestigious Landscape Queensland Construction Excellence Awards,’’ Simpson says.

“Meanwhile, an innovative townhouse project called Bower @ Bells Reach won the Affordable Housing category at the recent

Bells Reach attracts many families Queensland UDIA awards. It is now in the running for a national award.”

Other projects also recorded signif cant milestones in 2013.

“We celebrated the opening of the Brightwater Lake and Brightwater Market Place, followed by the opening of the Brightwater Hotel and The Lakehouse reception centre,” Simpson says.

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The Stockland Brightwater Hotel (main), and Brightwater lake (inset)

Oceanside Kawana, and Stockland’s involvement in Queensland’s f rst Tough Mudder event at its Caloundra South site. The successful event attracted more than 25,000 people.

Simpson says Stockland has big plans for 2014, which should be an exciting year for its Sunshine Coast communities.

Proximity to the hospital is a drawcard at Oceanside “The major infrastructure work at Oceanside Kawana will continue to create more jobs and conf dence in the area. We are expecting continued strong interest in Birtinya at Oceanside in the coming months, especially from people who will be working at Oceanside’s health, commercial and retail hub,” he says.

At Bells Reach, a new batch of innovative affordable terrace-style homes, called the Solaire series, will be released in coming months. Bells Reach will also soon have a cafe, a new sales and information centre designed by award-winning architect Dan Sparks, a village precinct and an innovative range of Habitat @ Bells Reach shopfront homes, which were released in 2013 and will be completed in 2014.

“At Brightwater we are expecting strong interest in a new release of deep water canal frontage lots that have ocean access,’’ Simpson says.

Head to www.stockland.com.au or call 135 263 for more information.

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Sea Pearl Two recent sales to local purchasers at Mooloolaba’s Sea Pearl are adding further confidence to a market that already has an appetite for high-end homes.

Sea Pearl boasts new luxury ‘skyhomes’ on a beachfront address with never-to-be-built-out views.

Sea Pearl’s marketing agent, G1 Property’s owner Simon Guilfoyle, says, “Our project’s recognition has been demonstrated with 19 sales within the 23 skyhome residential project – at an average price of $2.1 million. Sea Pearl appeals to those who have been very successful throughout their career and love Mooloolaba’s family beach culture. Limited opportunities remain, and due to the success of the Developer’s Clearance Sales Special, the developer has extended the offer to January 31 2014.”

Given the popularity of the development, Guilfoyle is conf dent the remaining homes for sale, priced from $1.59 million, will sell quickly.

Development site supply in prime holiday tourist precincts are diminishing The developer Shane Leadbetter says an extensive search for other potential beachfront development sites shows just how limited they are, and how unique Sea Pearl’s position really is. “This reinforces that development site supply in prime holiday tourist precincts such as Mooloolaba and Noosa are diminishing and reinforces how valuable these opportunities are for our future and current owners,” adds Leadbetter.

Sea Pearl homes are two- or three-bedroom, and two- or three-bathroom properties that come with a car space. Residents also have access to the lap pool, spa, cinema and gym.

For residential enquiries contact Simon Guilfoyle on 0412 211 542. For leasing opportunities contact G1’s commercial/retail specialist Bob Stewart on 0423 422 480.

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DIDDILLIBAH, 618 Diddillibah Road

Prestige Property Set To Sell For A Bargain Price. Golden Opportunity.

The owner has already moved on and is prepared to drop hundreds of thousands of dollars off their cost to secure a quick sale. This amazing home is now sitting vacant and is ready for you to move in and enjoy.

Renowned architect John Hockings has created a home that is grand in scale, yet tastefully understated and stylish. Designed to offer the ultimate in comfort and luxury, it makes the most of a perfect north-east aspect to capture spectacular coastal views. Soaring ceilings create a real sense of space and the indoors areas flow seamlessly to outdoor terraces, allowing you to enjoy the Sunshine Coast climate no matter what the season.

Quality fixtures and finishes adorn every inch of the home: the kitchen is up to a chef’s standards, and the separate living areas look out over beautifully landscaped gardens and lawns. The main residence has three bedrooms and there’s also a separate guest quarters semi-detached from the house, ideal for a teenager or elderly parents’ retreat.

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Perfectly positioned on the rise of a 7635-square metre parcel of gently sloping land, the property boasts uninterrupted views of rolling green fields which stop only when they meet the calming blue of the Pacific Ocean. At the centrepoint of this amazing vista is a real castle – something you’d expect to see in the European countryside and a sure conversation starter when guests are over. An easement over the adjoining land ensures the views are yours to enjoy forever. Only 10 minutes from uncrowded beaches, the airport and Mooloolaba, and around 20 minutes from Noosa, here you are central to every convenience yet living in a peaceful area with a rural feel.

The owner has already bought and moved into their new home, and has instructed us to sell the home for the best offer we can gather – so you have an opportunity to buy this majestic property for well under what it cost, or what you could replace it for. Book an inspection and bring your cheque book, because this will not last.

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BUDERIM, 4 Songbird Court

Big Home, Big Views, Massive Value. A Rare Opportunity.

A realistic seller looking to downsize is offering their magnificant home for sale

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and need a result NOW! This is a prime address on the NE escarpment offering great views and even greater value for money. Don’t miss this one.

• Large two storey home suitable for dual living or large family

Darren Rix 0416 188 259 Dave Hawkins 0408 290 084

• Very well maintained throughout. 3 Living areas + a theatre/hobby room

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• Positioned opposite a reserve in a cul-de-sac surrounded by quality home • Private courtyard at rear, storage room, solar power, and much more

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NOBODY IN THE WORLD SELLS MORE REAL ESTATE THAN RE/MAX.*

BUDERIM, 14 Kimberly Court

“Blue Chip” address, 5-star quality, PRICE REDUCED TO SELL! Owners have bought elsewhere and need a sale NOW. This is one of the best homes in the best addresses at a price that’s undeniable value. Best described as “a home for all seasons” your resort lifestyle awaits. Spoil yourself.

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Dave Hawkins 0408 290 084 Darren Rix 0416 188 259

• 1050m2 level block in a “Jacaranda lined” cul-de-sac. Privacy and security.

• Simply stunning presentation designed with family and lifestyle in mind.

• Outdoor entertaining area incorporating a pool and spa, and open fireplace.

• Release your inner “Master Chef” in your beautifully appointed kitchen.

• Theatre room, study, off-street parking, storage, too much to list here.

• The value is understated, the quality is apparent, the seller motivated.

For more details visit realtyexcellence.com.au ID: 9214733

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FLAXTON, 9 Summit Street

Everything You Want And A Little More. Awesome Value!

This home has it all. With a near new family home on a usable 1.5 acre block just minutes to Montville, you’ll enjoy a peaceful rural lifestyle right in the heart of the Hinterland Range. Here’s some features…

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Inspect: Saturday 4th January at 2.30pm, or by appointment Auction: Wednesday 22nd January 2014 at 4pm on site

Dave Hawkins 0408 290 084 Darren Rix 0416 188 259

• With solar power, solar hot water, & tank water = low cost living.

• Only 4 years old, you’ll enjoy balance of builders warranty.

• Low maintenance means time to relax and enjoy the great views.

• A shed/man cave with power, ideal for the handyman of hobbyist.

• Elevated cul-de-sac location with north aspect. Peaceful and private.

• Very motivated sellers will consider ALL OFFERS, submit your’s now.

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Conservative bank valuation at $1,050,000 demonstrating sound value and realistic owners. Market commentators have all said we’ve hit the bottom and slowly on the way to recovery, now is the time to buy

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• 1.39 acres of serene Buderim land, feels like 10! Mostly cleared.

• Expansive Home, 3 internal living zones plus outdoor entertaining • Breathtaking pool with rock water feature & sublime private setting • Gas Cooking. Open fire place in formal lounge and dining area • All windows see only pool, garden or forest. Close to MFAC & USC • Home to native kangaroos, parrots & kookaburras. Peace & Quiet.

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Realty Excellence WOOMBYE, 78 Countryview Street

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Immaculate Family Home With Study In Quiet Cul-De-Sac

Pool, A/C, 1335m2, Side Access, Big Living, YOU?

Ideal for First Home Buyers, Families or Investors on large 806m2 with side access.

Thoughtful design, quality build, modern, spacious and superb location.

• Elevated block with large level area for kids • 2 sheds, water tank, gas hot water • 2 indoor living zones, very accommodating • 2 outdoor undercover entertaining areas • Fans and security screens. Fully Fenced • Big bedrooms, plans avail. to add S/C area

Price: $398,000 Inspect: Private viewings by appointment.

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• Light-filled home with private outlook • 2 generous living areas plus study • Security Screens throughout • Side access on both sides of the house • Neutral Tones, easy living, low maint.

• DLUG with internal access

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Elevated Entertainer with 5 Person Spa on 40m2 Deck

Ideal Investment or First Home

Tasteful finishes, new carpet and bathroom, Price: $395,000 recent paint, low maint. gardens on 801m2 block.

Inspect: Saturday 28th December • 5 person spa and fully fenced yard 10.30-11am • Close to local schools, parks and transport 33 realtyexcellence.com.au ID:9281933 • 2 living areas, A/C in formal lounge • Quiet cul-de-sac, privacy, year round breezes Amber Fox 0405 357 735 • Lush treetop outlook, light and airy RE/MAX Realty Excellence • Underhouse storage/workshop area

• Centrally located townhouse in quiet complex • Good sized lounge and separate dining area • SLUG with internal access, low maint. courtyard • Generous main bathroom with 2 way to master • MSHS, Kuluin SS, Stella Maris, Parks, River, Plaza, Fernwood, Bunnings and Beaches nearby • Currently rented at $330 per week till April

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• Only 3km to new hospital precinct and only minutes to CBD and beaches • Choice of picturesque northerly views, the bushland or a nature reserve backdrop

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Lifesytle Location, Huge Sunny Yard and Spacious Home This charming 4 bedroom home is ready for a new family to start the school year!

• 1056m2 block with side access • NE sunshine for breakfast on the deck • 2 living areas and plenty of storage • Central location for work, school, shops • Clean and tidy with fresh paint • End of cul-de-sac peace and quiet

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Kawana Island living

Immaculately presented, this home is on a 465-square metre corner allotment with side access close to the water. It boasts a bright and airy feel, with high ceilings and shutters throughout, and an open-plan design which f ows to the covered entertaining area and resort-style pool. There are three bedrooms and an off ce, all air-conditioned, and the master suite has a walk-in robe, spa ensuite and its own covered balcony. The kitchen has stone benches, stainless steel appliances and ample storage, and there are new security screens throughout.

3 bed, 3 bath, 2 car Price by negotiation Howcroft & Associates 5413 9207 Bill Howcroft 0431 354 076

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Downstairs are a formal living area and an air-conditioned open-plan space, taking in the kitchen, a casual dining area and rumpus. Upstairs are four large bedrooms, all with ceiling fans and the master with walk-through robe and ensuite, plus a spacious main bathroom. There is a big laundry and outside the property has side access, two sheds and a large level area for the kids to play.

This modern and spacious four-bedroom home is only a short distance from the Parrearra canal and Double Bay restaurant and cafe precinct. The bedrooms are all spacious, and the master suite has a large walk-in robe, ensuite and private balcony.

There are two bathrooms plus a convenient powder room, a modern kitchen with large pantry and open-plan living. Extensive use of glass, wide doorways and louvres creates a light and airy interior. The home also boasts a double garage and is on a low-maintenance block.

This contemporary home is packed with appealing features, from the cedar feature entrance through to the modern inground pool.

Upon entry, the interior is divided into formal living on the right and expansive open-plan areas to the left, which open to breezy decks.

The kitchen is the focal point of the home and features 2-pac cupboards in neutral tones, European stainless steel appliances, stone benchtops and more. Well located in Nambour, the home offers is comfortable and casual living with a touch of luxury.

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12 Zante Lane, Kawana Island 4 bed, 2.5 bath, 2 car Auction on site Saturday January 18 @ 3pm Platinum Properties 5437 8806 Steve Kealey 0437 935 369

5 Coral Court, Nambour 5 bed, 3 bath, 2 car Offers over $650,000 Day & Grimes 5441 336 Ian Black 0407 587 503

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