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Council weighs up bus trip change after petition By Nick Moore
The revised design means the tunnel will be 1.2km shorter.
Light at end of tunnel for Victoria Park VICTORIA Park has been rescued from the BaT Tunnel after Spring Hill community pressure forced changes to the project’s alignment. Transport and Main Roads Minister Scott Emerson said almost 80 per cent of submissions in response to the Reference Design were related to the bus and train project’s impacts on Victoria Park. “(Now) no land will be required between the Inner City Bypass and Gregory Tce protecting Victoria Park,” Mr Emerson said in a statement. “The revised design of the tunnel will now run from Dutton Park in the south to Roma St Station and then split at Countess St with buses exiting at the Inner Northern Busway and trains exiting further north at Normanby Rail Yard.” Member for Brisbane Central Robert Cavallucci said he welcomed the change. Spokesperson for the Spring Hill Community Organisation Ms Kirsten Lovejoy said it was a good win for the residents “with the Queensland Government finally listening to the concerns put forward so determinedly by the Spring Hill Community Group to keep the
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busway and tunnel out of Victoria Park. “This is exactly what the community wanted and it shows if you set your mind to something, you can achieve a positive outcome,” said Ms Lovejoy, who is the Greens candidate for Brisbane Central in the 2015 state election. Mr Emerson said the revised design meant the tunnel would be 1.2km shorter, resulting in project savings and fewer heavy vehicle movements in the south. “The new underground Roma St Station is now proposed at the soon-to-be improved Brisbane Transit Centre which means exciting development opportunities for the Roma St precinct.” The BaT tunnel is due to be completed in 2020 and operational in 2021 and will run from Dutton Park in the south to Victoria Park at Spring Hill in the north with three new underground stations at Woolloongabba, George St and Roma St.
bus stops with a tablet computer to collect signatures. AN e-petition calling for a change She told the Village News last to bus route 393 to cut the travel month that Kelvin Grove college time for Kelvin Grove State College students had just two poor options students attracted 261 signatures either two buses with a transfer and and has been referred walk between stops to council’s Transport in the hectic CBD, or Department for one bus but a nearly investigation. 2km walk from Royal The petition’s Brisbane and Women’s creator, New Farm Hospital to the school. mother Tracy Musgrave, Her plan calls for said she’d been told a route 393 to start decision would take six from New Farm ferry weeks. terminal, about 2.5km Ms Musgrave from its current starting described the petition’s point at the Teneriffe chances as “50/50” terminal, and to push Tracy Musgrave. but vowed to step on about 2.3km from up the fight if it were its current terminus at knocked back. RBWH to the Kelvin Grove college. “I just don’t think I could let it rest. Cr Vicki Howard (Central Ward) It’s just so important,” she said of presented the petition to a council cutting the bus journey, which could meeting on November 18. take up to an hour each way. “We are not saving the world but this is where I live and this is something I can do to make a big EMAIL US: difference.” Ms Musgrave said if council editor@newfarmvillagenews.com.au rejected the change she would www.newfarmvillagenews.com.au launch another petition and wait at
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COUNCIL CONNECTIONS Newstead Green light for Left Turn on Red
Recently a left turn on red site at Edmondstone Road and Breakfast Creek Road Newstead began operation after careful assessment against a range of requirements, which include parameters for sight distance, pedestrian safety and intersection configuration. The introduction and roll-out of more Left Turn on Red intersections across Brisbane is a small but practical way of easing congestion and decreasing individual travel times, contributing to our vision for an accessible, connected city. The Left Turn on Red project permits motorists to turn left on a red light after stopping at select sites across Brisbane. Signage is in place at the relevant intersections to provide information for pedestrians and motorists.
New Farm Park centennial Jacarandas Council is celebrating the Centennial of New Farm Park with the planting of 10 new jacaranda trees this spring – one for each decade. New Farm Park was originally acquired by Council in 1913 and by the end of 1916, the park was well developed with rose gardens, paths, drives, tennis courts, cricket wickets, and the rotunda. If you would like to join a group to plan events for the centenary please contact Central Ward Office.
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Free movie nights in Fortitude Valley are back and we invite everyone to pull up a chair under the grand awning in Chinatown Mall or in Brunswick Street Mall throughout December and January. Council’s free movie nights are part of a fantastic entertainment program on offer in the Valley which also includes live music from some of Brisbane’s upcoming artists at the Brunswick Street Mall during the Valley Markets. More information at www.brisbane.qld.gov.au/valleymalls Free Movies in the Brunswick Street Mall - Wed evenings from 7 pm Saving Mr Banks Date: Wed, 3 December, Parental Guidance Date: Wed, 10 December Muppets Most Wanted Date: Wed, 17 December Free Movies in the Chinatown Mall – Wed evenings from 7 pm The Lego Movie Date: Wed, 7 January Frozen Date: Wed, 14 January Walking With Dinosaurs Date: Wed, 21 January As your local government representatives we wish you a Merry Christmas.
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SPRING Hill resident and mother of two Kirsten Lovejoy has been announced as the Greens candidate for Brisbane Central to contest the 2015 state election. Ms Lovejoy said she had been working with others on issues of planning and development, protecting and future-proofing local schools, and keeping essential parkland. She said her concerns for the community had been escalating of late. “Our neighbourhoods are being pressured from all fronts and we’ve had to be very nimble to try to keep on top the myriad issues and deadlines being thrown at us.” Tired of seeing the community perspective rate so little in decision-making, Ms Lovejoy had decided to make the move into politics. “It was never something I had planned to do. I’ve always tried to work with elected representatives to find solutions to what are often complex issues. But I’ve reached a point where enough is enough.” “We actually need people representing us who want to work with others to deliver better
Kirsten Lovejoy. outcomes for our future, who are prepared to not only listen but also take a strong leadership role.” Ms Lovejoy said: “I would encourage everyone to look hard at what all the parties truly stand for – not just what makes the media.” For more information visit: QLD. Greens.org.au/Candidate/ Kirsten-Lovejoy
Barbie fires up, shoes kick off A SPECIAL get-together will be held for New Farm Bowls Club’s beloved barefoot bowlers from noon on Sunday, December 14. After the traditional sausage sizzle, players will get down to the serious business of barefoot bowls. “We have allocated two hours of green time to make sure that players have a couple of really good games and get to meet plenty of interesting people - and play some great bowls!” NFBC development team’s Neil Peach said. “Come along by yourself or bring a team of friends - we will make sure that everyone gets a game.” The special barefoot bowls event is $10 a person, including sausage sizzle and barefoot bowls. Email your registration to nfbcbowlscoord@gmail.com Visit the website for information on this event and also the New Farm Bowls Club’s bi-annual corporate barefoot bowls competition, ‘Crack-a-Jack’, with all proceeds going to the Neighbourhood Centre. The next season of Crack-a-Jack begins in March 2015 and extends over four weeks with prizes and giveaways for the participants.
Peach said the competition was a great way to have fun and get to know lots of interesting people at the same time as making a contribution to a worthwhile cause. He said the club offered new lifestyle-flexible social membership packages to those who liked to drop in every now and again and have a social game of bowls. Membership forms are available at the club or online at NewFarmBowls.sportingpulse.net.
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Turkeys overrun in Teneriffe RESIDENTS adjacent to Teneriffe Park have been increasingly concerned about a growing problem of brush turkeys breeding in and around the area. The issue was raised at the Teneriffe Progress Association meeting on 19 November, where Cr Vicki Howard advised the meeting that Council had plans to begin a brush turkey maintenance regime. According to President of the Teneriffe Progress Association Ben Pritchard, the brush turkey numbers will continue to spread if action is not taken to manage their numbers. “We must start managing the problem before the turkey becomes the ‘ibis of the suburbs’,” Mr Pritchard said. “The number of brush turkey pairs are now getting to a point where they do more damage than good,” Mr
Pritchard said. “I am in full support of a reduction program to prevent ongoing problems for motorists, cyclists and gardeners.” Teneriffe Park has suffered as a result of the turkeys’ scratching up the vegetation causing damage to the gardens. He said the Progress Association will contribute to Council’s work in maintaining the park in 2015. “Council does a lot of work and the turkey over-population is wreaking havoc,” Mr Pritchard said. “We are happy to support a Council management plan so that turkeys do not become the scourge of the surrounding suburbs.”
Yule enjoy carols at the park NEW Farm Park will be aglow with the spirit of Christmas on Saturday, December 6, when it becomes the venue for the Light Up Christmas Carols and Santa community event.Presented by the Rotary Club of New Farm, the event is supported by Rob Cavallucci (Member for Brisbane Central), Cr Vicki Howard (BCC Central Ward) and The Lord Mayor's Suburban Initiative Fund. Events begin at 3pm with many fun things to do for the whole family and food stalls including sausage sizzles, dipping dot ice-creams, snow cones, pizzas and drinks. Santa will arrive at 6.30pm and Christmas carols will follow, finishing at 8pm.
THE writing project Kylie Farrelly and her daughter have been busy working on involving a series of books based around their dog, Buzz, and the puppy friends he meets on his adventures, has been transformed into an art exhibition. Kylie started doing pet portraits of Buzz and his puppy friends as practice illustrations for the dog books she was writing. "The portraits became so popular that I have now painted 30 and have lots of commissions for other people’s pets," Kylie said. "Some are orders for Christmas gifts and others are just for people because they love their dogs." Kylie's week-long exhibition entitled Puppy Love was set to begin on Saturday, November 29, in her studio gallery at 30 Florence St, Teneriffe. She is also taking commissions for portraits of all sizes in the lead-up to Christmas. "I am better known for my Brisbane cityscapes but this series is close to my heart and I just love the challenge of capturing the expression of each dog," Kylie said. "I would love people to come and meet Buzz, my gallery buddy who stars in the show and is my loyal companion in the studio every day." Buzz is a well-known and well-loved part of Kylie's business and everyone
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Author’s dreams realised NEW Farm writer Emmanuelle Buecher-Hall has recently delved into the world of children’s fiction, publishing her own book Merlin’s Voyage, about her own experiences of sailing, traveling and dreaming of far-off destinations. Whilst the self-published children’s book details Emmanuelle’s own cruising adventures, the story is told by the boat itself, Merlin - a curious catamaran, during his voyage across the Atlantic and Pacific oceans to land in Brisbane. “There is very little cruising literature for children,” Emmanuelle said. “Such a book could interest those dreaming about sailing off with their family or even introducing the idea to their kids.” Emmanuelle really wanted to share the amazing experiences had with her family whilst cruising and encouraging kids to have big dreams
that they can one day realise. “Two of my kids are now going to New Farm State School and have their own dreams.” Emmanuelle studied marine biology in France, before researching jellyfish in South Africa. There she built a catamaran and went sailing with her family, crossing the Atlantic and the Pacific oceans, inspiring Merlin’s Voyage. She is now living in New Farm, still on board Merlin, docked at Kangaroo Point. “Merlin’s Voyage is a discovery of the high seas, the underwater wonders, the islands delights and extraordinary sunsets,” explained Emmanuelle. Merlin’s Voyage is available as an e-book, soft cover print-on-demand or from New Farm Editions. For more information, visit MerlinsVoyage.net
Honesty, disciple defined ex-premier By Patrick McGuire
HE may have been prickly, he may have been hard to get to know, but at the end of the day Wayne Goss stood out for his honesty during his time as Queensland premier and Labor leader. I knew him reasonably well dating back to his days three decades ago as the new, young Opposition leader who’d spend an hour in the afternoons after a long day, running along the city and New Farm reaches of the Brisbane River, to prepare for an even longer night. We’d pass each other with a respectful nod, but Wayne was on a mission and physical fitness was part of his recipe for stamina and determination. Discipline and Wayne Goss were bedfellows. He was incredibly disciplined, incredibly organised and demanded very high standards from those around him. Thirty years on, he’d often be spied around New Farm as he enjoyed his final years living in a luxury apartment on the Brisbane River. He had a giant intellect which may have attracted him to that other intellectual, his first chief of staff in Opposition and then in Government,
Kevin Rudd, who went on to be prime minister. Rudd and Goss had a lot in common. They were reformists, impatient for change and willing to break the mould of old school Labor Party figures. But sadly, the other thing they had in common were communication skills that were wanting at times. Goss and Rudd terrified people. Rudd’s history of doing so is well known and appears deliberate, but Wayne Goss was just plain uncomfortable in mixing with people he didn’t know or trust. That improved greatly over the years, but Goss kept a tight inner circle of Labor people like Wayne Swan , Mike Kaiser and David Barbagallo and was loath to stray outside of that circle. In his early years as premier, Goss hosted business functions on Gary Balkin’s Kookaburra Queen paddle cruiser that travelled long the city and New Farm reaches of the River. From memory, business types trying to get close to the new ALP government after so many years of National Party rule paid $500 a head to join Goss and his ministers at these gatherings, normally held on a Sunday night. Goss clearly was uncomfortable. It took him a long time to
realise how important business was to a Labor government. In meetings, Goss was hands-on and like Rudd, a micromanager. Business meetings were short and to the point and he shut down any hints or suggestions of special treatment to anyone in business. His reputation for honesty was beyond question. As the years past, it was hard not to run into Wayne around the New Farm area because he loved the place and I remember one discussion I had with him about his years in government. He regretted his support for the so-called Gulag where ex-Bjelke-Petersen senior public servants were sent and effectively forced out in a demeaning fashion. It was a serious lapse in judgement by an inexperienced premier and although careful in his choice of words, he also regretted allowing Kevin Rudd as his Chief of Staff unfettered control in government to the point where Rudd was nicknamed “Dr Death.” One of Goss’s biggest calls was his
Vale Wayne Goss. vision for the old Expo 88 site which, of course, is now South Bank. His government took the brave and costly decision – but the right one nonetheless – to return that site to the people and preserve it as South Bank Parklands. Wayne Goss will be missed. His honesty, intellect and integrity made him the right person at the right time to lead Queensland in a different direction from the BjelkePetersen era.
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been working away in the background for many years, referring and diverting I WANTED to take this opportunity to people from trouble. This approach pays share with you some of the good work dividends in many ways. Our experience being done by Valley police. I have been has been that the more help and support lucky enough to be relieving here as we can get for people, the less we are officer-in-charge since July and have called to crisis situations and the less become a great fan of the police working arrests we make. in the Valley. Many things the community Police working with the 139 Club, might not hear about very Micah Projects Street to often make up a significant Home Team and New Farm part of the working day for Neighbourhood Centre have police in the community. very positive interactions I am often asked about with people in our area. It is police talking to people in clear that the Valley police the street, something we are a part of the community do very regularly. When here and have been working people discover that a police together to acknowledge that officer on the beat is often the community is a diverse the source of a referral for medley of people in a great assistance or support, people part of Brisbane. understand that a chat with I have seen many police the local police is not always Senior Sergeant here making every effort to because there is something Corey Allen. be a real part of the social wrong – it is often police fabric, from attending the offering help. As you would Pride Festival in their own time, to making appreciate the Valley is home to many personal connections as the Adopt-avulnerable people, some who sleep Cop for the local school. We have even rough and many who visit here to access hosted Cuppa with a Copper – a chance services. to have a latte and make face-to-face Police offered help and made contact with a local police officer that can referrals for around 300 people last help later on. month through SupportLink, a referral It is challenging when you think that system that matches agencies with the very same police are then asked to people independently of police. Police walk the beat on a Saturday night when connecting people with services and the Valley Safe Night Precinct comes support has made a positive difference in alive. I am sure you would agree that it many lives. is a very different community out at the Front-line police in the Valley have clubs, but Saturday night is very much a
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HAVE YOUR SAY. Send an email to editor@newfarmvillagenews.com.au part of the Valley experience. I have seen the police exercise the patience of Job dealing with people on those busy nights. It is a special kind of police officer that can be professional and appropriate on those occasions. My usual role is officer-in-charge of City Station and I may return there in the new year, so I wanted to take this chance to let you and the New Farm Village News readership know that you have good reason to be very proud of your local police. They have shown that their heart is in the right place and that they have the interests of the community foremost in their thinking. Corey Allen Senior Sergeant Officer-in-charge Fortitude Valley Division
Too much lost to ‘progress’
YOUR recent article “If only ... healing” briefly and diplomatically describes how one set of old New Farm walls may be feeling under development pressures. As a recent customer to those walls, I’ll add my view. My first experience was that I found David, his professional team and customers assailed by noise and dust nuisances from construction next door. The walls resonated with heightened anxiety. I advised on some temporary nuisance mitigation. Construction is short-lived and may be
tolerated. However, the newly constructed neighbouring wall built a few centimetres from those well-established walls may not. Loss of long-term amenity is probably why David’s practice is moving and leaving its long-term healing walls. If so, the owner now has a less valuable property. Appropriate development is an emerging discussion point in New Farm. A letter in the past Village News, ‘Striking the right balance’ and November’s Politics in the Pub discussed such development. Over 30 years living in New Farm, I planted hundreds of trees around my properties. They’ve now all gone as ‘renovated’ building footprints impinge on neighbours’ amenity! As Beth says in her article, New Farm’s amenity more broadly is being significantly affected. I would add that unreasonable building footprints and scales don’t allow natural light, sun, rain, views and nature to soften hard exteriors. Who is to save us from rapacious and selfish development? Such development devalues neighbouring property and affects those heritage walls and impinges on the health and wellbeing of those who live, work and play within them. Sadly, New Farm’s desirability in terms of natural, social and economic capital is being eroded. Simon Cavendish Villiers St, New farm
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Cultural sophistication took root with jacaranda AS the final jacaranda bells scatter on the ground and the mauve canopy disappears from New Farm, it is nice to remember that as the population of Brisbane grew in the early 20th century there was an emphasis on the beautification of Brisbane’s recreational spaces.
VillageArts by Kerry Gillett The most admired planting is the 100 jacaranda trees along the ring road within New Farm Park. As the beauty of our jacarandas subsides, do not be disappointed because R. Godfrey Rivers’ iconic painting Under the jacaranda 1903 is available for quiet contemplation in air-conditioned comfort at Queensland Art Gallery. Some readers will know this beautiful painting intimately, others less well and for some a treat to be seen. Richard Godfrey Rivers (1858-1925), an English painter educated at the Slade School of Art London, received the prize for landscape painting in 1883 and exhibited at the Royal Academy of Arts London before emigrating to Australia in 1889. He immersed himself in the Brisbane emerging art scene as an art teacher at Brisbane Technical College,
Brisbane Girls Grammar School, and his studio. Rivers successfully persuaded Premier Hugh Nelson to establish the Queensland National Art Gallery in 1895 where he was the inaugural curator of the opening exhibition and curator until 1915 when he retired to Hobart. As president of the Queensland Art Society from 1892-1901 and 1904-08 he lead discussions “about the emergence of a distinctly ‘Australian school of painting’, advocating an art that reflected close, sensitive observations of the Australian landscape”. Rivers became the first artist member of Queensland Club in 1891 and married Selina Jane, née Bell, in St John’s Cathedral in 1901. It is not surprising that his most popular work, Under the jacaranda features his wife, Selina. Since the large oil on canvas entered the Queensland Art Gallery’s collection in 1903 it has remained one of QAG’s iconic artworks because of its cyclic relationship between artist, artwork, and audience. The painting depicts Rivers and his wife being served afternoon refreshments under the shade of a flowering jacaranda tree. Contemporary art critics at the time wrote that Rivers’ “paintings are strikingly vivid and harmonious”. The artistic composition of this gilt-framed beauty communicates Rivers’ skills of landscape painting and portraiture plus the image of respectability and gentility that Brisbane society aspired to as a newly federated
state. Rivers’ painting not only depicts the popular European tradition of ‘taking tea’ but showcases his argument that painters who had studied in Europe needed to adapt their colour palette not only for the intense sunlight but the flora and foliage not found in Europe. Rivers captured the imposing jacaranda tree in full bloom by using a contrast of luminous green vegetation, the distinctive orange-red hue of Mrs Rivers’ umbrella, a golden glow of the sunlight and distinctive dark lines for shadows to highlight the magnificent violet-blue canopy. Rivers’ jacaranda tree is believed to be the first jacaranda grown in Australia. It was planted in Brisbane’s Botanic Gardens in 1864 by Walter Hill, the garden’s superintendent, who acquired the jacaranda seed from Brazil via the Australian wheat ships that traded with South America. Hill reported to the Queensland Legislative Council in 1870 that the Jacaranda mimosifolia that he had planted “on either side of the gravel path leading from the George St Entrance”, which adjoined the grounds of the Brisbane Technical College where Rivers taught, were “… very beautiful when in blossom, and some already wear their honours, and all give goodly promise for the future”. The tree was blown over by a cyclone in 1979, but many jacarandas now growing in Brisbane are from the seeds and cuttings of this first jacaranda.
R. Godfrey Rivers, England/Australia 1859-1925 | Under the jacaranda 1903 | Oil on canvas | Purchased 1903 | Collection: Queensland Art Gallery. Image courtesy: QAGOMA From 1890 to 1915, R. Godfrey Rivers dominated cultural life in Queensland, as an artist, teacher, and advocate of the state’s first art gallery. Under the jacaranda is a visual record of the artist’s fundamental role in Brisbane’s cultural life during his time in Brisbane and Queensland’s growth as a state, post federation. More information on Under the jacaranda can be found at http:// www.qagoma.qld.gov.au/exhibitions/ collection_displays/australian_ collection_rehang/queensland_views
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Maritime pioneers deserve recognition NOW that the redevelopment of the Howard Smith Wharves site beside the Story Bridge has been given the green light, it is worth recalling that early in Brisbane’s history, here stood the wharves of William Collin & Sons, a company that pioneered the shipping trade in Queensland.
historicalsociety by Gerard Benjamin William and Eliza Collin arrived in Brisbane in 1860 and founded William Collin Shipping, which occupied the pre-bridge site near Petrie Bight from 1876. In 1900, the company entered into a partnership with William Howard Smith. The new entity was known as Brisbane Wharves Company, with Collin keeping a majority shareholding. Accordingly, the wharves were leased to Howard Smith and Wm Collin & Sons. The Collin family lived close to their boats, and the site of their family home ‘Rockcliffe’ was within a stone’s throw of where the northern pylon of the Story Bridge was built. Later, the family moved to ‘Overstone’ on Bowen Tce.
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Hebe in a fine mess before seeking sanctuary By Tony Jones IT’S 4.30am. Hebe ushers her ageing Jack Russell, Tom, on to the footpath. Sunrise is not far away and a cool breeze plays through the blossom-laden murraya hedge causing it to release a heady perfume.
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With Tom leading the way, they set off down Lower Bowen Tce towards Sydney St, and from there, over Brunswick into New Farm Park. Hebe loves it here at this time of day, before it becomes crowded with joggers, walkers, the noisy exponents of bootcamp and other dog owners. The river is as still as a millpond, its water possessing a treacle like viscosity, so thick you almost believe you could walk on it. Hebe unleashes Tom who immediately races off in joyous pursuit of a foraging river rat. A curlew calls a warning to its chicks. The eerie cry echoes through the shadows of giant Moreton Bay figs and is finally lost in the diaphanous mist rising from the river. Not wanting to cause the family of curlews any further alarm, Hebe quickly brings Tom to heel. Together, they make their way away from the river’s edge, up the embankment and towards the rose gardens. It was as they were crossing the ring road that Hebe first noticed the vehicle with the Brisbane City Council logo emblazoned on its cabin door. She knew immediately it was a dreaded dog ranger’s truck. Who would have thought they would be out and about at this time of day! Hebe had always exercised the fond and erroneous belief that these people would be the 9-to-5 sort, and unlikely to be seen so early in the day. Hebe quickly secures Tom to his lead, hoping the ranger hadn’t noticed
her disobeying council law and tries to make good their escape by disappearing behind the Rotunda. But that hope is soon dashed when through the stillness of the dawn a voice calls out, “Hey! You there. Stop!” Hebe curses under her breath. Desperately she thinks how best to handle the situation, shall I employ charm or defiance? I’m an attractive woman, surely charm will win the day. Arranging her face in a pleasing manner Hebe turns to face the ranger. “Oh hello!” she says smiling. “A beautiful morning.” Ignoring her greeting the ranger cuts right to the chase. “Lady you had your dog off its lead. That’s a serious and fineable offence!” Hebe’s smile quickly dissolves and metamorphoses into a rictus of bared teeth. She is dismayed by the man’s aggressive and unfriendly demeanour. He is, she suspects, impervious to charm, hers or anyone else’s for that matter. A more singularly unattractive and mean-spirited individual she has never had the misfortune to meet. Pale blue eyes blaze accusingly at her from a thin ashen face. The eyes of a true zealot, Hebe thinks. There will be no swaying this man from his purpose. The dirty blonde hair is cut painfully close to his pointed skull. His lips are chapped and in an effort to keep them moist, he darts his tongue continually across their dry flaking surface. Hebe is, disconcertingly so, suddenly reminded of a reptile. Abandoning all thoughts of seduction, Hebe quickly goes on the offensive, “It’s not going to happen! I’m not accepting a fine. You can read me a lecture on exercising my responsibilities as a law-abiding citizen and the necessity of dogs being kept on leads but I am not taking a fine.” The pale blue eyes blink at the temerity of this statement. The ranger has been caught off-guard, disconcerted by this brazen challenge to council law. A small bubble of anger begins to swell within his narrow chest. The one thing he won’t tolerate is civil disobedience.
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brie over a water cracker. “He followed me through back streets, main streets and laneways all over New Farm until we finally reached Merthyr Village. I went down into the underground car park, feeling confident I would lose him by exiting the car park via those stairs that lead to Merthyr Rd. But alas no. He was waiting for me as I emerged. The triumph in those cold blue eyes almost undid me.” I take a deep drink of Pimm’s. “How did he know you would exit the car park at Merthyr Rd?” Hebe shrugs. “I don’t know Darling. Perhaps he has a sixth sense but I suspect it was just sheer luck. I was getting desperate by now - and tired. Tom was buggered and beginning to protest at this relentless and - for him at least - pointless march around New Farm.” “So, how did you give him the slip?” I ask. Hebe smiles wickedly. “I was heading up Brunswick St and as I neared the Arch’s house I suddenly saw a brilliant opportunity!” “Who is Arch? Do I know him?” I ask confused. “Not Arch Darling. It’s the Arch, the Archbishop. I went into to the Archbishop’s house!” says Hebe triumphantly. Choking on my cracker I splutter, “You went into Wynberg?” “Yes, well, into the grounds Darling. It was most fortuitous that the front gate was open. Normally it’s closed tighter than a drum. Anyway I walked in and hid behind some shrubs in the garden.” “Sure enough, my pursuer pulls up in his truck and waits out the front for me to leave. It was at this point I hear the front door of the house open and to my horror, four priests step out on to the drive. I had in my agitated state failed to notice a car parked at the door. Obviously it was there, waiting to transport the priests somewhere! That was why the main gate was open.” “Oh my God! Hebe no! What did you do?” I enquire anxiously. “The only thing one can do in these awkward situations Darling. You act as if everything is as it should be. I smiled and graciously wished them a good
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“I’m responding to complaints about dogs being off the lead and your dog was off its lead. Lady, you’re gonna be fined.” says the ranger with awful emphasis. He leans down towards Tom intending to read the registration tags that hang from his collar. “You touch that dog and all hell will break loose!” says Hebe forcefully. The ranger steps back his face infused with blood. Hebe can see he is very angry. She begins to feel a little apprehensive. They’re alone in the park and this man clearly doesn’t like to be challenged. “Are you threatening me?” says the man with quiet menace. “Do I have to call the police?” Hebe rallies and throws down the gauntlet, “Yes call them. I’m sure the local constabulary will be only too pleased to come down here and sort out this trifling matter, especially when all their resources are busy with a small thing called the G20 summit.” A flicker of doubt breaks his basilisk stare, the man’s eyes glance away. With that nano-second of hesitation, Hebe realises she has gained a small advantage. He is unsure how to proceed. He can’t physically manhandle her and she won’t be bullied into revealing her details. They are, as the French would say, at an impasse. The advantage is all Hebe’s and she is eager to take charge of it. Gathering up Tom, Hebe quickly takes her leave. And as she weaves her way through the rose gardens away from her nemesis, she can feel his cold blue eyes boring into the back of her skull. His voice, thick with frustrated anger, calls to her retreating back, “Lady you haven’t heard the last of this!”. Hebe’s main concern now, was, how to get Tom home without him following her. “And did he follow you?” I ask. We sit on Hebe’s veranda with a jug of Pimm’s and a wheel of brie set on the table before us. The sun sits low in the sky. It’s late afternoon and Hebe is recounting her early morning skirmish with the city council ranger. “Oh yes! In his truck.” laughs Hebe, spreading
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morning and then with as much dignity as I could muster, beat a hasty retreat around the side of the house.” “Didn’t they challenge you? Ask why you were there? Oh Hebe, this is unbelievable!” “I think they were too surprised to say anything. It’s not every day you exit your house and find a wild-eyed woman with her bedraggled canine hiding behind the azalea shrubs.” Hebe takes a sip of her drink and continues. “I was banking on my pursuer not knowing there is a laneway at the side of the Arch’s place that leads circuitously to Browne St. It wasn’t an easy escape, there were some obstacles in my path like locked gates and fences. I destroyed a pair of designer jeans climbing over them but I did manage to get to Browne St and flag down a taxi. At first the driver baulked at taking Tom but a fifty dollar note soon fixed that small problem and we were delivered safely home.” I’m impressed with Hebe’s resourcefulness and her sans-souci approach at becoming an outlaw. “Good on you Hebe. I would never have had the courage to defy a city council ranger. No matter how resentful I may feel about some of our by-laws.” Hebe leans back in her chair smiling, as she raises her glass. “Cheers Darling!” Our glasses clink and she then says pensively, “I do hope they don’t send the fine to the Arch. They won’t be silly enough to do that would they?”
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Japanese food pioneer drinks in success after art talent blossoms THOSE of you who have dined at upmarket Chinese restaurants may have noticed the menu item Drunken Chicken, chicken marinated in Chinese liquor; maybe you have even taken the plunge and ordered Drunken Chicken - but have you heard of a Drunken Dragon?
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Well of course Drunken Dragon is not a possibility. Dragons are mythical creatures. Japanese Ink artist, or sumi-e artist Yumiko Kigoshi, who was born in Japan but has held Australian residency in Brisbane for 40 years, tells of Cherry Blossom time there, when the mythical dragon, according to legend, looks down over picnickers at this celebration … … “It is customary at this very cold time of year, when cherry blossoms flower for less than a fortnight, from the last days of March to early April, for picnickers to sit under the trees and celebrate with warm sake,”
Yumiko said. “It is my own fantasy that the dragon is pink, and red-eyed from drinking sake ‘stolen’ from the party crowd. So I decided to paint my Drunken Dragon.” The original painting features in Yumiko’s apartment, on the loungeroom wall. A number of reproductions were made and these proved popular; a Toowoomba client who first sighted a copy of the Drunken Dragon on the internet has since purchased another original painting as well as the dragon print. Yumiko’s most recent art gallery showing at Paddington was successful, and she sold 14 paintings. Yumiko, a former Brisbane restaurateur of Japanese cuisine fame who now teaches Japanese ink art or sumi-e, takes guided ‘Gourmet Japan with Yumiko’ tours with small groups annually, and for several years she recruited Japanese students for Education Queensland International. Yumiko relates of her early life: “I was born in the countryside in GujoHachiman of Gifu Prefecture, which is a region in the Japanese Alps, and is located near the 1998 Winter Olympics site of Nagano. My family were in business as a general contractor and timber seller. Our family still owns a lot of fig forest in the Gifu area, with
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traditional instrument), Buyou (traditional dancing), learnt Tea Ceremony, and also Ikebana (flower arrangement). I learnt Ballet, playing the organ and piano, learnt the abacus, calligraphy and Art. I commenced private lessons in Art at 5 years of age. “I really enjoyed Art. My very first Art teacher was Mr Masao Mizuno, a very successful formative teacher who owned a museum called “Yudoukan”. When I was 15, I entered Art High
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EMMA Turner can hardly believe that it has been 10 years since she first opened the doors of her business, The Pet Pad, originally in Brunswick St, New Farm. Back then it was just Emma and her companion, Buddha, who greeted shoppers as they came through the door to discover the wonders available to local pet lovers. She remembers fondly that Buddha, the real reason she started the pet store, was with her during most of her journey but sadly passed away just over a year ago. Around the same time, Emma’s daughter, Lulu Scarlett, was born, bringing much joy and happiness to their lives. The Pet Pad has come a long way from humble beginnings as a small, boutique-style pet shop offering products from around the world, to now also providing grooming, day care and extended care services within a few short years.
Since moving to The Pet Pad’s new location on the corner of Doggett and Chester streets in Newstead, Emma said her extended family of pets and their humans had grown so much larger. Christmas is always fun at The Pet Pad, and this year is no exception with Santa on his way, making it a double celebration with lots of free goodies, prizes and specials, and also a free barbecue on Sunday, December 7. Pet photos with Santa are available on the day from 9.30am to 3.30pm. Emma said she was extremely grateful for the support of her customers over the past 10 years and wishes everyone a safe and merry Christmas.
villagenews school. At the time there were only two such schools in all Japan. “I also studied under Oil Painting artist Mr Kinji Sato. My dream was to go away to Art Uni but my mother directed me not to, as it was too soon after my father’s death. Instead I attended the nearby Sugiyama Jyogakuen University, where I graduated in 1974 with a Bachelor of Economics degree. I married the same year and we arrived in Australia soon after. “It was here in Brisbane that I began a restaurant career. I knew what was needed – authentic Japanese cuisine. Food and Art were always my passions. When I left home for the first time I toured Europe. I had a few shocking experiences in some Japanese restaurants there, and I was so upset I determined that wherever or whenever I introduced Japanese cuisine, I would do it properly. I love cooking very much. Like art, it is my meditation pursuit, as cooking is a creation just like art.” Yumiko initially operated restaurants with her husband, but the marriage later failed. She first opened a Japanese restaurant ‘Sennari’ in Elizabeth St. It was indeed properly done, and was the first authentic Sushi Bar in Queensland, with a Japanese chef. The interior was designed by a famous Brisbane architect. Yumiko continues: “When I opened my second restaurant ‘Yumiko’ in Park Rd, Milton, I decided to obtain
my cooks training licence so I could officially train young chefs. I taught cooking classes in my restaurant, along with sake tastings. I then sold and retired to care for my sons. “Time passed. I studied my art again. Sumi-e fascinated me as the colour black is used to express so much. I enjoy teaching sumi-e to others.” Yumiko has many friends in the hospitality industry in not only Australia but also Japan. She has been travelling and tasting gourmet food in Japan regularly now with her small groups for 18 years. She enjoys sharing wonderful experiences with lovers of Japanese food, culture and history. Yumiko paints under another name for her art works – Kinyu Kigoshi. It is only 11 years since she seriously commenced Sumi-e painting, and her decade of art works have resulted in several art showings overseas with great success … Ireland, Poland, China, Paris, Estonia, Slovenia and Lithuania. In recent years she has won several prizes abroad for her ink art, and her future looks exciting. Yumiko has several favourite restaurants in Teneriffe, New Farm and the Emporium centre. Her favourite Japanese restaurant is ‘Gyoza Bar ANN’. This writer visited Gyoza and was delighted with the varied dumplings, the fried oysters, and a wonderful sake list. Not a drunken dragon in sight, though.
Funeral bill victory sets precedent SENIORS welcomed a recent landmark court case awarding full costs of a funeral service to the family of a woman who took out a funeral bond more than 60 years ago.
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The decision by Beenleigh Magistrate Joan White could set a major precedent and help allay any fears of other people who believed that their funeral costs had already been taken care of, said National Seniors chief executive Michael O’Neill. “People need the reassurance that their loved ones will not face extra costs - which can amount to thousands of dollars - at a time when they are coping with the stress of bereavement,” Mr O’Neill said. “If funeral companies issue funeral bonds which people are paying into in good faith, then the companies will have to honour them.” The court decision was handed down after Gold Coast couple Gavin and Fiona Turner refused to pay a bill for $7195 for a 2012 funeral for Gavin’s mother, Beryl. The Turners said the cost of the funeral had already been covered through a prepaid agreement Beryl had started with Alex Gow Funerals in 1948. The company sued Mr and Mrs Turner on the grounds that the £25 paid to the
company between 1948 and 1980 was not enough for even the most basic funeral service today. They offered the family a $390 discount but Beenleigh Magistrate Joan White found the decades-old agreement should be honoured. O’Neill said that around 19,000 other Queenslanders had reportedly signed up to the same agreement and they would rightly expect their funeral bonds would be honoured or if they had already paid for a funeral, that they may receive some recompense. “People have a right to expect they will get what a funeral company has been promoting,” he said. “The issue has been around for some years now, so perhaps it is time for the corporate watchdog, ASIC, to take a closer look at regulations governing the funeral industry and the products it offers.” New Farm branch celebrates another successful year with Christmas Lunch at Vine Restaurant in Merthyr Rd on Wednesday December 3. The branch then goes into recess until an Australia Day picnic in New Farm Park on Tuesday January 20, 2015. To all readers of Seniors Voice and other members of the New Farm community, have a happy family Christmas and a safe start to 2015. For further information on any of our activities or to learn more about National Seniors, please call Tony Townsend on 3315 2523 or go to our website NSANewFarmBranch.com
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Inspiration as new life washes over historical boat shed
THE newly opened Riverwalk at New Farm is provoking much comment from passers-by about the recently renovated Queenslander nestled into the riverbank under a band of Jacaranda trees. Owner Jan McFarlane Smith said the fact that the house now looked like a sprawling Edwardian mansion was not only prompting curiosity, but it was only half of the story. Ms McFarlane Smith said the restoration had created a wonderful transformation and provided a reason to reminisce fondly about the good old days of the boat shed. The building, built in 1928, was once a home away from home for many generations of rowers attending Spring Hill’s St Joseph’s, Gregory Terrace. This was their ‘shed’, the place where their two, four and eight-man sculls once hung on the racks in the upper level with single sculls and speed boats stored down below. “The shed was first built in 1928 and until around 1996, when the school opened a new rowing facility further up river, it was a hive of activity every morning and afternoon as kids ran up and down the 90 steps to Moray St flushed with either the thrill of rowing their craft or the boiling hot showers that followed,” Ms McFarlane Smith said. The developer who bought the
land from the school, with a view to demolishing the shed and erecting town houses, became ill in 1999 and the shed was put back on the market. Unfortunately for him, there was only one offer but that included a ninemonth due-diligence clause which had to be refused. “This was hardly surprising, after all, who would want to buy an old shed on a riparian flood plain with one third of the land covered with heritage trees and without any street access other than the 90 steps down from Moray St.” The developer died and the shed soon became an eyesore, covered in graffiti and filled with squatters who had no regard for the building’s historical value and potential aesthetic contribution to the river frontage. In 2004, architect Kevin Hayes joined with builder Kevin McGrory and Brisbane City Council to put plans into place for the preservation of this muchloved shed and its transformation into a beautiful house. Council rejected the concept of using the lower level for living space and insisted that a four-bedroom annex be built to one side. This was just as well, as flood waters infiltrated the basement during the 2011 floods. Council did, however, approve the building of the veranda along the front of the shed, which Ms McFarlane Smith
Top is the boatshed as it is today as a home and below is the boatshed and its transformation to a home. said had greatly improved the home’s appearance. “The result has been inspirational for anyone planning a similar restoration of their own old wooden shed, and for the
old rowers from Gregory Terrace lining up at the Riverwalk fence, showing the grandchildren their old stamping ground, it seems like a miracle that their old shed has survived.”
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New Inchcolm turning style on its head THE New Inchcolm Hotel at 73 Wickham Tce is part of the MGallery international hotel group and is every bit of the international class and style the brand is known for.
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The hotel has everything going for it which is exactly what owners Kenlynn Property Group imagined when they started the refurbishment in 2014. The New Inchcolm now boasts 44 suites and six hotel rooms, each with bespoke carpets, wallpapers and drapes and hand-crafted furnishings. The hotel has its very own vectra design which is used in a myriad of elements throughout the premises and is married into the elegantly decorated 16-seat conference room.
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The New Inchcolm’s food and beverage manager, Dallas Bickle, explained that the hotel was a boutique 5-star hotel, incorporating a contemporary swish new restaurant and bar with additional event spaces. “We welcome people to visit the hotel to enjoy our restaurant and bar, and utilise the function room for business and social events. By design we have created a restaurant and bar in a hotel, not a hotel restaurant and bar,” Dallas said. The jewel in the Inchcolm’s culinary crown is most certainly Thomson’s Reserve Restaurant, which graces the ground floor of the hotel and is situated at the entrance where the lobby once was. The options are great, beginning with having coffee with a friend alfresco on Wickham St, or enjoying business drinks with a choice of over two dozen different single malt scotches in the sophisticated bar, Socialites. There is an outdoor bar where you can watch the busy CBD go by or you can recline with a quiet drink and a paper in the library next to the hotel reception.
Food and drink are prioritised at the New Inchcolm Hotel. The menu is distinctly indulgent with a focus on transforming the freshest local ingredients available into exquisitely unique dishes. Along with the high-end menu, the gourmet offerings are transferred into the hotel suites, with treats from New Farm Confectionery and a selection of fine reserve wines and liquor filling the ‘maxi bar’ in every room. Thomson’s Reserve recently announced its modern à la carte and share-style menu for breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week. Executive chef Andrew McCrae has designed a menu that takes patrons on a journey of intricate cuisines. The Inchcolm will soon earn a reputation for in-house specialities such as their own hand-made muesli bars and potted yoghurts with fruit conserves for breakfast through to their à la carte offerings that will change every 6 to 8 weeks. “A wealth of experience and masses of technique have gone into the making of this restaurant and its menus and beverage list,” Dallas said. MGallery was a select collection of 46 unique boutique hotels, he said, “(So) the The New Inchcolm is amongst illustrious company worldwide.” “This property is following the suit of other MGallery properties in Europe with most properties being heritage-listed, and concentrate on old-world values and looking after guests in a traditional manner,” Dallas said. The restaurant’s namesake,
Dr John Thomson, built the Inchcolm as his home and medical practice in the 1880s. A retired and respected army surgeon, Dr Thomson was known for his reserved judgement on many medical cases. Rubbing shoulders with the elite, he and Mrs Thomson were in the habit of enjoying the finest reserve whiskies and wines. “As a group we have decided to weave the good doctor’s story and the Inchcolm’s history together to bring a feeling of nostalgia and clandestine character to the entire establishment.” Each of the 50 rooms of this completely refurbished establishment has been styled individually, creating a unique experience for every guest. Touch points are rife throughout the hotel, building the story around the Inchcolm’s story at all times. As you explore the hotel and restaurant visitors will find six different ‘please read me’ books that cover off all the history from the building’s inception through to the people who stayed here. “It’s an experience and not just a hotel stay,” Dallas said. “Our intention is for people to very much enjoy their time in every part of their suite and in every section of the hotel they venture into.” “We want to keep the clandestine character that John Thomson created in the 1880s, with an element of mystery and secrecy behind every door. “It’s all about memorable moments.”
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Give yourself the gift of happiness Public relations: What is it and FOR some, Christmas can’t come change as happiness never stays still. does it help your bottom line? soon enough. For others it has its What made us happy as a five year challenges. Particularly at this time of year many sense an overwhelming feeling brought on by heightened anxiety, fatigue, disappointment, a
villageview by Beth J Leach sense of loneliness and financial stress to name a few. Feeling overwhelmed, without hope and depressed can seem as if a grey cloud or shadow surrounds every thought, word and deed. It’s hard to see beyond it and so many members of our society experience these feelings. I remember a story John Lennon once told from his childhood. “When I went to school they asked me what I wanted to be when I grew up. I wrote down “happy”. They told me I didn’t understand and I told them they didn’t understand life.” But the pursuit of happiness is a moving target, a process of constant
Videos urge marriage equality PARENTS and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) have publicly released a series of videos of prominent Australians calling for marriage equality. The videos were recorded at a public forum in August 2014 inside the Uniting Church, New Farm. The church's Reverend Chris Holden and some parishioners were in the audience to show their support, as were ordained clergy from multiple denominations. All of the videos can be viewed here http://www.pflagbrisbane.org.au/ resources-multimedia/video
old or last week may not make us happy today. Looked at like this, life is a series of problems or events we need to respond to and solve in order to attain happiness. George Bernard Shaw said, “Life isn’t about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself.” Imperfect and constantly changing, our paths seldom follow the expected road. As a parent I encourage my children to understand the importance of not being too hard on themselves when they perceive they’ve made a mistake or that all is lost. If ‘mistakes’ or difficult problems are viewed instead as chances to problem-solve in order to attain happiness then we can be grateful for the chance to learn. Ask yourself this question, “What makes me happy?” If you don’t know that about yourself then your moving target is also invisible. Write down 10 things that make you truly happy, have purpose and are life enhancing. Then respond to the goal of making these things your reality, your life, if they aren’t already. Know that if you stumble and fall you can get back up again. Reach out and ask for help if you need it. Visualise your happiness and take aim.
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Marketing That Works by Pat McGuire PR has been traditionally seen as media articles in publications such as Village News. But it is much more than that. The primary objective of PR is to get your name out where people can see it! If you’ve got a great product or service on offer, there’s no point whispering it into a corner of your back room. Shout it out, let it be heard and let the customers come to you. The age-old rule of marketing is that perception equals reality. Consumers act based upon their perception of “facts”, not the facts themselves. You can use PR to manage, control and influence people’s perceptions of your product or service to help achieve your business objectives. The fantastic thing about PR is that most consumers perceive magazine, newspapers, blog articles, etc, as an almost unbiased third-party opinion and in most cases a trusted source of information. PR can build strong credibility for your business because it shows that you are backed by someone or some entity that obviously believes that what you are doing is worth mentioning. Think of it this way, who would you believe more – a business owner telling you that you should buy their motorcycle helmet because it’s the best OR an article in NRMA Open Road magazine about the same helmet and the new technology it uses to create one of the safest motorcycle helmets available? Good PR is also one of the most-cost effective strategies you can employ to build your brand and customer awareness. It costs upwards of a thousand dollars just to place a colour ad in a mainstream newspaper. Many small businesses and
start-ups just can’t justify that kind of spend. PR allows you to create your own opportunities regardless of budget. Decide what audience you want to speak to, write to the relevant journalists and publications, tell them your story, let them know why you are fantastic and create photo and story opportunities. I see a lot of business owners struggling to gain PR success often because their focus is too narrow. They only look for opportunities to “sell” their products or services through news stories instead of using their expertise to create extra value for readers. You need to expand your horizons. Scan the media for other opportunities you can use to tell the world your story. Coming back to our motorcycle helmet example; instead of limiting themselves to articles that speak directly about the helmet, this business could find opportunities to express opinions or give advice such as providing a commentary on a local motorcycle rally or penning an article about how to choose the right safety gear for different riding conditions. This is called being an opinion leader. You want to become the person that journalists seek out for expert advice on your topic. Now isn’t that getting your PR strategy to work for you! PR also bolsters your other marketing efforts. A phrase I often like to use is “top-of-mind awareness”, which basically means getting inside your customer’s or client’s head and staying there. The more a customer sees your name, hears your story, or is reminded about what you do, the more likely they are to choose you over your competitors. It really is that simple. I’m going to leave you with one more example: Who would you believe more - me telling you that I’m a fantastic marketing and PR guru, or the Village News saying, “Hey, we think this guy really knows his stuff so we’re going to let him write a column about it”? PR works. Pat McGuire is the managing director of New Farm-based marketing agency, Marketplace Communications. Patrick.McGuire@mpc.com.au. Visit: MPC.com.au
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week. I loved the breakfast options, especially the sweet corn fritters, which look like a giant burger with avocado salsa, herb oil, and a great big field mushroom sandwiched in between. Pop in on Friday after work for live music sessions, happy hour and meal deals, and keep an eye out for their upcoming jazz afternoons and backyard barbecues.
Rushing around Seafood straight from the Reef
CONTRARY to its name, Mr Rush is a lively but relaxed cafe based on the lower reach of Regional Arts House on Macquarie St. Here you will find offerings of ‘art, coffee and conversation’ with cool and calm aesthetics. Manager Meredith Briggs, previously of New Farm’s Bouquiniste fame, has joined Mr Rush’s team to ensure the coffee flows freely from 7am to 3pm daily
BRINGING together the spice of the Mediterranean and the flavours of Spain, Toro Bravo’s rustic share plates and authentic main courses offer something with a little extra sizzle - especially for this side of the Valley. My lunch companion and I enjoyed a cold glass of the house sangria before indulging in the seared pimento dusted sirloin, fire-roast peppers, red onion and chimichurri and some chargrilled octopus and chorizo dressed with cherry tomato, dill, mint and lemon. The ‘racion’ or share plates were
A HERITAGE-LISTED service station opposite the Emporium on Wickham St has been cleverly transformed into a cafe and live music and event venue. The Battery Station is an upbeat and colourful spot courtesy of murals by international artists Sofles and Drapl lining the walls of both café and courtyard at the back. Owner Shaun Drury has poured his heart and soul into the old servo to make it the new spot for locals to breakfast and lunch, hosting functions seven nights a
THERE are almost too many ways to enjoy Reef Gasworks. It is a highend seafood shop, a contemporary restaurant and also a casual sushi bar. The market component showcases the best the seafood trawlers have to offer each day including massive prawns, fresh fish and excellent oysters that taste
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FOOD • WINE • DINING like they have been plucked straight from the ocean. The restaurant menu has many delicious choices - some traditional and some with a Japanese twist. The plates of tempura vegetables and king prawns, generous bowls of chilli mussels and seafood salad loaded with prawns, bugs, crab meat and calamari, were all a massive hit at our table. Reef Gasworks seats 80, has a fully licensed bar and is open seven days from 9am till 9pm.
Coffee with a history
another world - one dotted with history - as this old place was once Brisbane’s Nestle factory. There’s so much more to Monk & Grind than you would expect. Apart from good coffee and tasty breakfast and lunch choices, the location itself is fascinating, the design making use of the existing timber beams and floorboards, internal staircase and historical artefacts from the old Nestle days lining the walls. Also on display is a collection of centuries old life-size paintings of three monks donated to the cafe owners, hence the name, Monk & Grind. There are serviced offices inside the premises and also available to customers is a large boardroom for catered meetings and gatherings.
International Hotel re-launches on to the scene
AS you travel down Barry Parade in Spring Hill, be on the lookout for a cafe called Monk & Grind. Step inside and you’re enveloped into
ALMOST a century old, Spring Hill’s International Hotel has decided to shake up the Brisbane food and beverage scene and re-launch itself as ‘Brisbane’s only true gastropub’. Claiming to have the best microbrewery in Queensland, the venue has a new bistro led by a multiple Michelin-star trained chef, a delicious-looking informal bar menu, private function space, free on-site parking and a full gaming room.
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Brunswick Hotel THE New Brunswick Hotel had its gala opening to celebrate the extensive renovations to New Farm’s the historic hotel.
Photos by www.facebook.com/ tubamediaproductions A STELLAR line up of movies and guests attend the launch of the film festival at Centro Cinema. Angelina Martinez & Betina Martinez Annabel & Fiona Vandernagel.
Anita Jakins, Amanda Cooper & Robin Maini
Nicki Kenvyn & Chris Kenvyn Richard & Noelle Greenwood
Anna O’Neil & Courtney Piaud
Sarah Wyman & Jo Pain
Robert Lamberth, Vicki Howard & Tim Osborne
Kate Howson & Wendy Chilvers
Karen Adams, Joseph McTavish & Glenda McTavish
Leo Macaione & Krystal Mann
Rebecca McConnell & Phoebe Jessop
Brad Whitton & Emily Walker
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Hutton joins Style
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PETER Hutton a real estate agent and author with extensive experience on the peninsula was welcomed as the new prestige agent for Style Property at their James Street Office.
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New restaurant manager Peter & Karen Hutton
At Eves we would like to welcome Shane Klumpp as our new general manager. Shane has previously worked at the Hilton and more recently the Groove Train.
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Vale Wayne Goss
It was very sad news to hear about the passing of one of the best politicians we have had in Queensland. I had the pleasure to meet Wayne and his wife Roisin on a number of occasions Wayne who lived locally was relatively young and had so much more to offer. I wish Roisin and the family my condolences. Scott Hutton & Lucy La Mere
Kris Stapleton, Sarah D-Ardenne & Scott Hartley & Jenny Hartley
Vernon Hopkins, Michelle Papik, Peter Hutton & Mark Lowrey
Oki and Oro celebrate
Photos by www.facebook.com/ tubamediaproductions TOASTING their first year at Gasworks they were show casing the latest from Miu Miu, Prada, Persol and a new watch brand March LAB.
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villagesocials Patrons celebrate in style Photos by www.facebook.com/ tubamediaproductions AT Vine Restaurant members and guests of the Patrons of New Farm celebrated in style while raising funds for the New Farm Neighbourhood Centre.
Karla Lynch, Sherrie Storor & Judy Goodger Jack Fahy, Kath Merlo, Dean Merlo & Symone Wilson
Jay McVicker, Madie Jenkins & Lilli Dyer Stephen Chookie Holmes, Julie Jackson-Lemaire & Brett Greensill
Debra Fallon, Fiona Hunt & Jenny Egan
Kevin Keele, Kate Ho & Caroline Murphy
Hearts for Africa BRISBANE’S award winning pianist Alex Raineri appeared at a Hearts for Africa Foundation fundraiser at Themes and Variations on Commercial road.
Mark Hooper & Akari Komoto
Allison Jackson Tim Cormody & Lindsay Allen Mrs Lois & Mr Juris Greste
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CELEBRATING a big year with clients, family & friends at Main St CafĂŠ, Story Bridge Hotel, Simon Caulfield from Place Real Estate shared the night with 60 guests.
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THE SUMMER AUCTION EVENT Ray White New Farm will showcase a wide range of inner Brisbane homes, apartments and townhouses. This auction event is hosted by Ray White New Farm at 612 Brunswick Street, from 3:00pm on Saturday 13th December 2014 (registrations from 2:30pm). Contact Ray White New Farm for more details about the event. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
40/341 BOWEN TCE, NEW FARM 149 JAMES STREET, NEW FARM 6/44 MORAY STREET, NEW FARM 8/45 MORAY STREET, NEW FARM 8/38 VILLIERS STREET, NEW FARM 26/119 MORAY STREET, NEW FARM 4/32 HAZLEWOOD STREET, NEW FARM 28 BANKHEAD CRESCENT, STAFFORD HEIGHTS
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41 BAROONA ROAD, MILTON 4/14 BUTLER STREET, ASCOT 21A PHILLIPS STREET, SPRING HILL 56/101 BOWEN STREET, SPRING HILL 165 GREGORY TERRACE, SPRING HILL 1103/45 DUNCAN STREET, WEST END 17/6 EDMOSTONE STREET, SOUTH BRISBANE 4/25 WELLINGTON STREET, PETRIE TERRACE
We’re Selling.... ARE YOU?
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THE SUMMER CHRISTMAS BBQ What a year 2014 has been. At Ray White New Farm we value your ongoing support and would like to invite you to our Summer Auction Event followed by our Christmas BBQ. Auctions from 3pm BBQ from 4:30PM At Ray White New Farm 612 Brunswick Street New Farm, 4005
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This executive apartment is without equivalent. Literally situated at the penthouse level at the highest point of New Farm, this 14th level unit boasts not only an enviable location but also spectacular views. Completely renovated with only the absolute finest in finishing’s, this spacious abode oozes style & is ready to move straight into. An absolute rarity that must be mentioned is the three car accommodation + storage unit that comes with this apartment. Without question, views are of the essence. There is not a single apartment in New Farm that can match it. Don’t miss this unique opportunity!
Saturday 13th December from 2.30pm,
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Set against the beautiful vista of Brisbane river, this first floor apartment at award winning �Waters Edge� development epitomises elegant city living.
In Rooms, 612 Brunswick Street New Farm
Sabine Freitag 0488 332 256
With open plan living area flowing onto the large verandah overlooking landscaped gardens spanning 106 sqm, this is the perfect choice for those seeking upmarket West End living in a prestigious resort style development. So when it comes lifestyle and elegance it is hard to look past this one.
Ray White New Farm
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Rare Opportunity To Invest, Develop or Reside in Spring Hill
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Rarely does a block of this size become available this close to the city. Located on one of Spring
Saturday 13th December 2014,
Hill’s most sought after streets, across from striking park-lands, there is more to this house than meets the eye. The building has established residential and commercial use rights.
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The Perfect Blend Of Lifestyle, Luxury & Location - With Views! Spring Hill, 56/101 Bowen Street Loft style apartments are hard enough to come by as it is, but this fully renovated home in Spring Hill gardens is one of a kind. Every inch of the apartment has been restored and the finished product is second to none.
Ray White New Farm
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“Macquarie Street Residences� Home of Sophisticated Style
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Come home to an address like no other. Set atop the iconic heritage listed Australian Estates Woolstore building, this exclusive enclave of 9 roof top residences is a first in design & architectural brilliance. Reap all the benefits of low maintenance living while enjoying the vast 320m2 interior. The unsurpassed attention to detail shines through in every aspect. From the privacy & security of each home to the soaring 7m ceiling voids, premium finishes and panoramic vistas, there is nothing wanting or inadequate. With such enticing & enviable features there is no guarantee that an opportunity of this stature will ever be offered again – welcome to Macquarie Street Residences.
Contact agent for open home times
Ray White New Farm
Simon Petrie 0439 668 867 simon.petrie@raywhite.com simonspiel.com
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WHO SAID REAL ESTATE AGENTS ARE CHEESEY?
On behalf of Scott, Ivo, Ruby & Jacob we just wanted to say thank you for your support throughout 2014. Here’s to an even better 2015.
SCOTT & IVO’S 2014 IN REVIEW 36 Houses Sold 30 Apartments & Townhouses Sold Over $60,000,000 SOLD Scott Darwon 0401 151 090 scott.darwon@raywhite.com
Ivo Kornel 0412 301 439 ivo.kornel@raywhite.com
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What surprises will be under the Christmas tree? I love Christmas! Christmas parties, family holidays and little surprises under the Christmas tree… It’s awesome! In Queensland the pace of the real estate market is visible in January. So with Christmas wrappers in the bin, salt water still in the hair and skin pealing from a few extra hours in the sun, buyers will be making their decisions for the following year. A lot of people have asked what I think the market will be doing next year but before I swap the gavel for a crystal ball there are some factors to consider. 2014 played out to the January script. The market started well and built steadily across the year, interest rates remained on hold and the rental market took a slight dip subsequently. When you look forward to 2015 there are some key factors to be considered. With rental yields (weekly rent) matching interest rates in some areas this creates competition in the market. Those current tenants will decide not to continue renting, because their mortgage will be roughly the same as their rent and they will be pulled into the buying market. This then creates competition and forces prices up. The factor that pulls against that market is unemployment. If these numbers continue to rise people are unlikely to risk purchasing and 30yr mortgages. Both of these factors deal specifically with the lower end of the market. So for the market to perform it’s the value still seen by out of town buyers (interstate/international) and confidence in the ‘top end’ that will see prices rise in Brisbane. These buyers still see Brisbane as under valued money as cheap and have confidence in the Australian economy. So what do I think old real estate Santa has under the tree? I think the market will continue to drive forward fuelled from the top end. I believe this will raise the ‘water level’ lifting the whole market. I do think this will continue to see pressure on rental prices and that yields for residential properties will remain relatively low. So from mine to yours enjoy your Christmas, I hope there’s plenty of surprises under the tree and none in the 2015 market!
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Rod Scott 0409 766 474 rod.scott@rh.com.au 6/97 Moray Street, NEW FARM
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Aaron Woolard and his team would like to thank their clients for another record breaking year
and wish everyone a safe and happy Christmas period. If you need assistance with any real estate matters during this time, call or SMS 0421 145 386 or via email aaronwoolard@eplace.com.au
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QLD LARGE RESIDENTIAL AGENCY OF THE YEAR
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Simon CaulďŹ eld & his team SOLD $2,940,000 EAST BRISBANE
Place New Farm Number 1 Agent 2013/2014
thank their clients, family and friends for all their support. Wishing all a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Top 5 Agent Nationally 2013/2014
SOLD $1,300,000 NEW FARM
SOLD $1,650,000 KANGAROO POINT
Place Number 1 Courier Mail Marketer 2013/2014
Kangaroo Point Number 1 Agent 2013/2014
SOLD $952,000 KANGAROO POINT
SOLD $811,000 EAST BRISBANE
SOLD $1,100,000 KANGAROO POINT
$50,106,000 of property SOLD in 2014 means it will be a great Christmas for their clients. Selling more real estate than any other agent in the 4005 & 4169 postcodes, achieving great results. SOLD $10,500,000 KANGAROO POINT
SIMON CAULFIELD Lead Agent – Place Estate Agents
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Judy Goodger and the Place New Farm team would like to extend our sincerest thanks to all of our valued clients. 2014 has been one our most successful years with over $300 million in sales. If you’re thinking about selling your place this holiday season, give our place a call. 3107 5111
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ST LUCIA ’Waterfront’ 100 Macquarie Street This opulent, light filled northern aspect riverfront apartment is one of only 14 two-per-level apartments in the most prestigious building within this tightly held precinct. Open plan living flows through to an enviable river vista. This decadent 150sqm apartment provides video intercom security, exclusive electronic card lift access to each floor and secure side by side parking, giving you peace of mind to explore the world. In a rare opportunity to buy into this prime location, enjoy the luxury of a five star ’boutique hotel’ lifestyle.
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SPRING HILL 41 Park Street Positioned perfectly on one of the area´s most sought after streets, this quality residence offers a benchmark in inner city living. Recently renovated adding a touch of the modern to this exceptional character rich home. Spread across two levels with ample outdoor entertaining space while capturing city views from both front verandah and kitchen. Moments from the popular Victoria Park, local cafés, shops and of course some of Brisbane´s best schooling.
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MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY NEW YEAR To all our Friends and Customers As we reach the end of 2014 we would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your support of Glenn Gracie Real Estate over the past 12 months. Glenn Gracie Real Estate has helped so many families and individuals sell or purchase their ideal home and we are very grateful for the opportunity to be of service. As a result, our business has grown; we have employed more people and enjoyed positive sales growth. We simply wouldn’t be here without your support and we thank you for your referrals and ongoing loyalty to our company and team. We would like to take this opportunity to wish you and your loved ones a safe and happy holiday period. As always, please feel free to contact us at any time if we can be of any assistance. Yours sincerely, Glenn Gracie Principal
Glenn Gracie
m 0418 732 072
Darren Piper
m 0423 853 771
Phil Passaris
m 0407 676 697
Garry Hone
m 0408 741 418
P.S. Meet you at the New Farm Deli for a coffee!! 22 / 900 Brunswick St New Farm
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Shake up looming THOUSANDS of Queensland landlords are set for potentially a double whammy, with renters in scarce supply and with new maintenance costs for older rental properties. Independent property analyst, Michael Matusik, is concerned that owners of older residential investment properties in Queensland are staring down the barrel of large and mandatory repairs and restoration costs. “A serious issue facing rental property owners is the pending Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation Amendment Bill. The Bill is still being debated in State Parliament; however, if passed, it could have a far reaching negative impact on older residential investment properties across Queensland,” said Mr Matusik today. The Bill proposes to amend the Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation Act (2008) by imposing minimum standards for Queensland residential rental premises in relation to matters such as sanitation, ventilation, state of repair, safety, room dimensions, lighting, freedom from vermin infestation and energy efficiency. The Bill requires landlords to ensure that the premises comply with the Minimum Standards before letting the premises to a tenant. “Many of Queensland’s older
investment properties will need to be substantially renovated to comply Michael Matusik. with the proposed new legislation. This will be costly & will also involve bureaucracy & lots of red tape…likely, loads more. Compliance might mean having to do without any rental income for months or perhaps longer as older rental properties are brought up to the new minimum standard.” “As to how this will affect rents and the vacancy rate, is left to be seen, however, it does strongly suggest that cheap old rentals are not going to remain such good investments. For Queensland, at least, new or recently renovated rental properties look better passive investments to me,” said Mr Matusik. For rental property owners struggling to find tenants, Mr Matusik suggests widening the rental pool by allowing pets on the property. “Pets increase your rent and also help to keep tenants for longer.” However, owners must remain cautious, Mr Matusik warns. “Set out the details of pet occupancy in advance & treat the pet/s like a tenant. Regardless of what assurances a tenant with pets may give you, an active border collie in a one bedroom apartment is most likely going to end in disaster.”
Malaysian developer chooses Spring Hill for boutique hotel By Alisa Cork THE construction of a 110-room boutique hotel in Kennigo St, Spring Hill, which began last month, is expected to create 60 jobs for the local area on its completion in late 2015. The concept for the four-star hotel is the work of Malaysianbased property developer Richmont Holdings, which has incorporated an internally landscaped courtyard and a restaurant and bar into an adjacent heritage building. This is the first investment into the Australian market for Richmont Holdings, which has formally signed a management agreement with ASX-listed Mantra Group for the operating rights of the hotel. Mantra Group chief executive Bob East said he was excited about the new hotel development. “This hotel will be a welcome addition to Mantra’s Brisbane network, offering guests a distinctive and stylish accommodation option in a well-positioned location close to the city’s key precincts,” Mr
East said. The new Richmont Hotel by Mantra will, according to Brisbane City Council Lord Mayor Graham Quirk, help fill a niche market in Brisbane’s hotel sector. “Brisbane is experiencing growing demand for hotel rooms not only for leisure and events travel, but also for strategically located accommodation for business travellers which is what this boutique hotel will cater for,” Cr Quirk said. The council, along with Economic Development Board Brisbane Marketing, believed the new development demonstrated continuing interest from international investors, especially in the Asia Pacific region. The Richmont hotel joins the recently constructed TRYP Hotel by Wyndham on Constance St, and the Alpha Mosaic on Ann St, both collectively contributing an additional 111 accommodation rooms to the Fortitude Valley precinct. A 58-space basement car park will be part of the development.
A PROFESSIONAL APPROACH TO BRISBANE PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Any real estate agent can lease a property. The skill is in obtaining the highest possible price with the most suitable tenants given the current market. This is what sets Joshua George and the team at Ray White East Brisbane apart. We develop targeted marketing campaigns designed to establish awareness and interest in your property using a variety of media. Contact Joshua to list your property with Ray White East Brisbane during the month of December to receive a complimentary professional advertising package.
Joshua George Business Development Manager
0407 706 760 www.joshuageorge.raywhite.com
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2/12 Lower Clifton Terrace, Red Hill 4 bed | 2 bath | 2 car Price
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MarkLowrey0412462592 styleproperty.com.au/1P1398
40 Hollins Crescent, New Farm 3 bed | 2 bath | 2 car Price
Offers Over $1,250,000
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PeterHutton0488018170 styleproperty.com.au/1P1503
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RECENT RESULTS UNDER CONTRACT
SOLD PRIOR TO AUCTION
43 YORK PDE, SPRING HILL
135 HEAL ST, NEW FARM
SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER
UNDER CONTRACT
SOLD AT AUCTION
3/850 BRUNSWICK ST, NEW FARM
4/52 MARK ST, NEW FARM
20 BYRAM ST, NEW FARM
UNDER CONTRACT
UNDER CONTRACT
UNDER CONTRACT
301/311 VULTURE ST, STH BRISBANE
2B/217 WICKHAM TCE, SPRING HILL
9/129 MERTHYR ROAD, NEW FARM
I highly recommend Michelle as your future real-estate agent. Michelle has a very energetic and “consultative style that was highly successful for my wife and I. She actively sort our clientele and quickly implemented a very thorough and successful marketing campaign. This quickly drew enquires and allowed us to sell the property as all aspects were advertised or verbally communicated upfront. Michelle’s frank yet professional demeanor allowed us to arrive at a timely conclusion. The sale of our property was seamless and we will utilize Michelle for all future sales. Kind Regards, Craig & Tenille Batchelor
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MICHELLE RASMUSSEN | 0410 391 811 | mrasmussen.newfarm@ljh.com.au 4/599 Brunswick Street, New Farm • newfarm.ljhooker.com.au All information contained herein is gathered from sources we consider to be reliable. However we cannot guarantee or give any warranty about the information provided and interested parties must solely rely on their own enquiries.
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Auction
TARCOOLA is a classic 1974 solid brick building comprising of just 24 units over 6 levels. Highly sought after, this unit oozes appeal from the moment you step foot inside the gate. A large, classic 2 bedroom with original features throughout, the unit covers 115m2 of prime real estate. Property features: • • • •
Classic Original 2 Bed Unit Level 6 - Top Floor Views Huge Main Bedroom with Built-ins Solid Construction in Desirable Street
Auction: Date: Monday 8th December, 2014 Time: 6:00pm Venue: In-House 629 Brunswick Street, New Farm - if not SOLD prior Open: Saturday’s 11:30am – 12:00pm Selling Agent: Glen Boyle Mobile: 0431 766 567 Email: gboyle.newfarm@ljh.com.au
New Farm 22/81 Langshaw Street
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Expert advice makes all the difference. HAPPY NEW YEAR
Glen Boyle Senior Sales & Marketing Executive 0431 766 567
Jermaine Jones Sales Associate to Glen Boyle 0430 153 259
LJ Hooker New Farm 3146 5400 gboyle.newfarm@ljh.com.au
We would like to take the opportunity to wish all our valued clients and colleagues a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Thanks for your support.
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For Sale
Newstead 5a Victoria Terrace
3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom, 2 car + Study On a cliff overlooking Newstead and the new Gasworks Precinct, with views stretching down the Brisbane River past Hamilton Hill, sits a brand new, three story house; elegant and sophisticated, yet offering a relaxed and desirable lifestyle in one of the trendiest and most convenient locations in Brisbane.
• Low maintenance private oasis – a sheltered courtyard and garden on second level
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• Third floor dedicated to entertaining • Three queen sized bedrooms – two share a breakfast balcony
We like:
• Natural sunlight illuminates a study foyer
• Huge glass panels frame Hamilton Hill and Brisbane River to the North-East
• Dumb waiter carries your groceries upstairs
• Private location – away from traffic thoroughfares
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Claudia Marchand 0431 287 057 cmarchand.newfarm@ljh.com.au
Nick Bowen 0417 871 042 nbowen.newfarm@ljh.com.au
ljhooker.com.au 4/599 Brunswick Street, New Farm • Ph: (07) 3146 5400 • newfarm.ljhooker.com.au • newfarm@ljhooker.com.au All information contained herein is gathered from sources we consider to be reliable. However we cannot guarantee or give any warranty about the information provided and interested parties must solely rely on their own enquiries.
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Auction
Calling all astute investors! A rare opportunity has presented itself to secure three apartments in one transaction – lots 1, 3 and 6 of 72 Oxlade Drive are set to be auctioned in one line. •
Rental income is around $70,000 per year in total
• Body Corporate Fees: $7560 approximately per year in total • BCC Rates: $3134 approximately per year in total
Three lots to be auctioned together
Auction: Tuesday 16th December at 6:00PM in rooms at 629 Brunswick Street, New Farm
New Farm Apartments 1, 3 and 6 / 72 Oxlade Drive
For Sale
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Recently renovated by a loving owner, this adorable studio is charming, inviting and a real find! All the hard work has been done; bathroom has been gutted and is now shining with gleaming tiles and practical shelving. The kitchen is awesome with brand new stainless steel gas stove, metro tiles and plenty of cupboards. A lovely and private balcony is an added bonus.
Selling Agents:
Claudia Marchand 0431 287 057 cmarchand.newfarm@ljh.com.au
Recently renovated, this studio is charming New Farm 10/12 Bailey Street
Nick Bowen 0417 871 042 nbowen.newfarm@ljh.com.au
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ljhooker.com.au 4/599 Brunswick Street, New Farm • Ph: (07) 3146 5400 • newfarm.ljhooker.com.au • newfarm@ljhooker.com.au All information contained herein is gathered from sources we consider to be reliable. However we cannot guarantee or give any warranty about the information provided and interested parties must solely rely on their own enquiries.
JED DZIUMA SUCCESSFULLY
selling the area for 9 years P: 0409 888 190 E: jdziuma.newfarm@ljh.com.au FORTITUDE VALLEY • BOWEN HILLS • NEW FARM • NEWSTEAD • TENERIFFE
Find out the value of your property! www. jeddziuma.com.au “I just wanted to personally thank you for your professionalism, expertise, and service throughout the sale. You really went above and beyond and It was quite amazing. Your ongoing communication and updates were very comforting and your hard work always reassured me. I really can’t thank you enough for organising everything from conveyers to plumbers, and making yourself always available. You really did give me the highest level of service and I want to thank you very much. I still own another unit at Alfred Street and I will be happy to use you again and recommend your services.” – Pauline Tiberi, 82 Alfred Street
“Jed was readily contactable during the whole sale process and provided very thorough and systematic feedback for interest levels and progress throughout the marketing and sales process. He achieved a strong price for us in a good timeframe and we appreciate his effort.” – Robyn Lloyd, 95 Oxlade Avenue
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INVESTORS... SUPER HIGH-YIELDING DUAL-KEY... 6.6% - 6.8% GROSS YIELD!!!
Set in the heart of Fortitude Valley this high yielding investment is sure to return again and again. Located on Alfred Street, you are only moments to the Fortitude Valley playground. Comprised of two units (2 x separate studios) - this dual-key property offers the ultimate investment for the savvy investor looking to achieve both HIGH YIELDS and reliable CAPITAL GROWTH. •
Returning $615/week
• 97 sqm – spread over 2 levels
• PRICE GUIDE: $479,000
ljhooker.com.au/6CJH1Z 4/599 Brunswick Street, New Farm • Ph: (07) 3146 5400
All information contained herein is gathered from sources we consider to be reliable. However we cannot guarantee or give any warranty about the information provided and interested parties must solely rely on their own enquiries.