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Brunswick St Mall renovation ready for G20 summit A DRAMATIC overhaul of the Brunswick St Mall and Chinatown areas is expected to begin early next year with more than $14 million being poured into the area in renovation works and revitalisation projects from a range of sources over the next two years. Fortitude Valley Chamber of Commerce president Robin Maini said as renovations go, this renovation was going to be bigger than Ben Hur. “The Brisbane City Council has put $4.5 million into the development of the Brunswick St Mall and because that money has been put in and committed to - and the concept plan is on display in Vicki Howard’s office by the way we’ve already got property owners from all over Brunswick St Mall and Chinatown committing money to refit the buildings and make it look better,” he said. “And it will attract better tenants and when you hear who those tenants will be you’ll be quite amazed. Brunswick St Mall has been neglected for awhile,” he said. “That’s why this $4.5 million renovation is already attracting attention,” he said.

“What the mall looks like today compared with what it will be 18 months from now. We’re getting geared up to unveil a beautiful Brunswick St Mall in time for the G20 in November next year.” Mr Maini said the exact details of the renovations and revitalisation works were under wraps but a timeline was going to be decided by the Economic Development Board at the next meeting, scheduled for the day after Village News goes to press. In addition to the renovation, the Chamber of Commerce had established a marketing committee whose job it was to find ways to stimulate the day economy. “It’s always going to be called Chinatown, but what we’re trying to do is guide it to become an Asian attraction, so bringing in Korean, Vietnamese and Indian markets, and doing festivals for them so that people can say it’s a place for everyone,” he said.

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villagenews Rediscover the joy and sorrow of Romeo and Juliet Rome and Juliet is an enduring tragic love story that never gets old, no matter how many times it’s told. Now, it’s Nash Theatre’s turn to embrace one of Shakespeare’s most popular plays. Directed by Brenda White and Ralph Porter, this production features Samantha Colwell as Juliet, Andrew Whitmore as Romeo. Leave your cynicism at home and let your romantic side tearfully rediscover this sad story. If you are seeing it for the first time we envy you – savour the moment! Where: Merthyr Road Uniting Church, 52 Merthyr Road, New Farm, Saturday August 31, 7.30pm. Adults: $20. Bookings phone 3379 4775 or email nashtheatre4@bigpond.com

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Council denies CityCycle a “dud”

BRISBANE City Council’s beleaguered CityCycle scheme has come under fire from Opposition Leader Milton Dick, who called the scheme a “dud” and said the Lord Mayor was refusing to talk about the details. Cr Dick said during a Budget Information Session in June, it was revealed that Council would spend an extra $2.9 million on CityCycle this year taking the total to $14 million. “I’m disappointed that since then the Lord Mayor has ducked, dodged and weaved the simple question of how much this program is costing. “When the LNP first introduced the CityCycle scheme, they said ratepayers will only pay $1.5 million to set up the scheme, with potential revenue flowing back to Council of $9 million over 20 years. “Since the 2009/10 Budget, the council has poured $13.97 million into the CityCycle scheme with $2.9 million spent this financial year. “What’s worse is that even after spending almost $14 million propping up this failed bike hire scheme, the revenue from CityCycle has steadily declined by $500,000 since last year. “This decline indicates that there has been a 33.6% drop in CityCycle patronage in one year.” However, a council spokesperson said the number of trips being taken through the CityCycle scheme proved it was

growing in popularity. Council provided details of trips: In year 1 of the scheme 82,691 total trips; in year 2 a total of 194,935 total trips; in year 3 total trips 215,517 (projection based on average monthly usage to date). “The annual scheme cost to ratepayers is $973,000,” the spokesperson said. Councillor Vicki Howard (Central Ward) said the popularity of Brisbane City Council’s CityCycle continued to grow, with significant increases in trips for both long and short term subscribers. “Council implemented changes to the scheme to make it easier for residents and visitors to take advantage of getting around by bike, including reducing the daily subscription rate to $2 and introducing $11 weekly and student subscriptions, go card association and courtesy helmets,” Cr Howard said. Bicycle Queensland CEO Ben Wilson said the scheme would eventually become profitable. “Usage growth has been steady at around 10%, which means more seats on buses and few cars on the road – that’s good for reducing congestion. “We like to see more done to make CityCycle easier for people to use, such as extending its hours from 10pm to midnight, and easier go-card daily usage,” he said. “It will eventually make a profit for council, but it will take time.”

Spring Hill soars once more

IF ever there was an opportunity sense of community once felt in to relive the essence, colour and Spring Hill. spirit of the Spring Hill community, “As Brisbane Central State then a special group of locals have School is one of Spring Hill’s oldest seized it. The Parents and Friends institutions (established 1860) we of Brisbane Central State School felt it was up to us to take the torch are making sure the soul of their and revive this historical community suburb lives on by hosting a new celebration and ensure it continues and revitalised Spring Hill Fair on well into the future,” Miranda said. Saturday September 14. “As someone who has grown up The original Spring Hill Fair was in this part of Brisbane, I really last held want to see in 1995, Spring Hill’s a tradition history and the spanning more essence of the The Fair will be a mixture of bright than 20 years. people here The Fair was captured and and colourful components, with a the legacy of revived to give fancy dress theme and an exciting a passionate people back local identity, the feeling that lineup of food and entertainment. entrepreneur they are part of and a village where philanthropist, everyone can Cecilia McNally. It first began as belong.” a local street event, held in and The Fair will be a mixture of bright around the central neighbourhood, and colourful components, with a involving local businesspeople, fancy dress theme and an exciting residents and friends for the lineup of food and entertainment. sole purpose of fusing the local International foods including Indian community and generating goodwill. curries, Onion Pakora, Popcorn Brisbane Central State School Chicken, Thai Spring Rolls will be vice-president and Fair co-ordinator, on offer as will the best coffee and Miranda Crisci, is one of a very gelato in the area. A special licensed passionate team who are excited bar will provide welcome relief when to announce the rebirth of the Fair the marketplace gets too hot. Fairand are determined to recreate the goers can expect performances by

the Kelvin Grove State High School Orchestra, the Institute of Jazz Music and local band ‘The Missing’ who recently topped the Triple JJJ Unearthed charts at number 1. “We want to draw attention to the vibrant community that Spring Hill is and encourage people to get to know

their neighbours and work together to build on the wonderful suburb we have,” Miranda said. Spring Hill Fair: Saturday, September, 14, 10am to 3pm at Brisbane Central State School. For more information visit: www. springhillfair.com.au

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AS the summer months approach families will be able to take full advantage of the new barbecues and seating at New Farm Park, thanks to the Brisbane City Council spending almost $500,000 on upgrading park. Councillor Vicki Howard (Central Ward) said the $435,800 New Farm Park upgrade was completed last month, as part of the Lord Mayor’s vision to provide the city with attractive parks and recreational facilities. “The much-loved New Farm Park was due for some improvements to keep up with the demands of the growing community,” Cr Howard said. “The park now boasts new barbecues, seating and picnic tables along the riverfront, and I encourage residents to use the park to its full potential now this upgrade is complete.” This financial year Council has allocated $44.5 million to maintain and upgrade existing parks as well as create new ones.

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THE National Breast Cancer Foundation will host a fundraising lunch, Meal2heal, at Customs House next month to help support research into finding a cure for breast cancer. The lunch will be hosted by Brooke Lowther from Australia’s Greatest Athlete and the lunch will include guest speakers who are all successful business executives whose lives have been touched by breast cancer. Speakers include: Lady Jane Edwards, Brian Brady, Mark Wood, Jackie Cross, and Paula Kuhnemann. Guests at the lunch can buy raffle tickets to go in the draw to win a beautiful piece of diamond jewellery, valued at $5000 donated by Wallace Bishop. Tickets for this fabulous event are only $99 per person or you can invite all your friends and purchase a table of 10 for only $950. Included in your ticket price is a delicious 2 course meal including drinks and some fantastic entertainment to top off your day. Tickets can be purchased online at http://nbcfbneluncheon2013. eventbrite.com/ and as an added bonus book by 31 August and go into the draw to win a $200 dinner voucher to Gusto da Gianni, Portside! All funds raised on the day will help the National Breast Cancer Foundation to achieve their aspirational goal of zero deaths from breast cancer by 2030.

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Daughter of famous aviatrix revisits Wynberg TAMBORINE Mountain yoga teacher Laurene Hassard recently made a sentimental journey back to Wynberg, the traditional Brunswick Street

historicalsociety by Gerard Benjamin residence of Brisbane’s Catholic Archbishops. Laurene had last been there when christened as an infant by Archbishop James Duhig (18731965). The rare privilege of a Wynberg christening was probably accorded because in September 1935, Archbishop Duhig had been the first passenger of Laurene’s mother, 21-year-old Miss Ivy Pearce, who was one of Queensland’s first female aviators. The previous year, Miss Pearce was runner-up in The Courier-Mail Flying Scholarship. By 1936, she was competing in the Centenary Air Race from Brisbane to Adelaide, flying an Airlines of Australia twin-engined Monospar. Her navigator was Jason Hassard, a pilot with 3,700 hours’

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experience and the man she was destined to marry. “My mother possibly came to the attention of Archbishop Duhig when she was leader of the All Hallows Convent Orchestra,” said Laurene. “I have a photo of her at a Wynberg garden party in March 1935. It shows her standing beside Archbishop Duhig, and being congratulated by the Governor and Lady Wilson, with Premier Forgan-Smith looking on.” “The Archbishop’s faith in my mother’s flying skill was clearly well justified,” said Laurene. “In the 1936 air race, she made national headlines as the first woman to cross

Laurene Hassard always harboured a desire to visit Wynberg, where her parents brought her for christening. date from the 1880s, was conducted The tour also included the Gold by Wynberg’s House Manager, Room, built by an earlier owner, the Leanne Adams. prosperous railway engineer George Charles Willcocks, as a ballroom for his daughters. LEFT: Archbishop James Duhig Laurene was accompanied on congratulating Miss Ivy Pearce after the the visit by her husband John flight at Archerfield on 4th September Breckon-Thomas, both from St. John 1935. Ivy later married experienced pilot the Baptist parish on Tamborine Jason Hassard. Mountain. “It’s been a fabulous experience “The christening probably took to imagine that my mother was a the finishing line, a minute behind the place in the front room which guest here all those years ago, and winner. She even beat Reg Ansett, now serves as Archbishop Mark to revisit my past like this,” said founder of Ansett Airlines.” Coleridge’s study,” said Leanne. Laurene. “I still have the christening Laurene’s tour of the historic New “In earlier times, it was Wynberg’s gift given to my parents by Archbishop Farm home, the earlier parts of which chapel.” Duhig.”

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IF you would like to know more about the history of one of New Farm’s oldest remaining residences, be sure to attend the September meeting of the New Farm and Districts Historical Society. Entitled “New Farm’s Wynberg – a notable house”, the talk will be presented by Fr Denis Martin who is the Brisbane Archdiocesan Archivist and author of several books. As Father Martin will explain, this handsome residence, situated on one of Brunswick Street’s more commanding sites, embodies the work of two notable occupiers, engineer George Willcocks and Archbishop James Duhig, who were both builders in their own way. All are welcome at the meeting which will take place at Archdiocesan Archivist Fr Denis Martin will talk the Merthyr Road Uniting Church Centre on Saturday, about Wynberg’s history 28 September, 2-4pm. For more information, please on 28 September. contact Ross Garnett on 0409 498 402.

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National seniors active in election WITH more than 47% of eligible voters aged older than 50, National Seniors has been very active in the federal election campaign. National Seniors has identified four key priorities in this election: 1. A STRONG ECONOMY

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action, leadership must acknowledge the positive economic and social contributions and opportunities to break down the barriers. Our campaign was launched in Oxley on August 15, with follow-up forums around the country including the Queensland seats of Longman, Lilley and Rankin. At our AGM on Wednesday September 4, Irene Ryan was re-elected president with most of the committee volunteering to continue to build on their successful efforts of the past few years to see the branch grow. Our efforts to engage with the New Farm community were boosted by a most enjoyable Seniors Week barbecue at the Neighbourhood Centre on August 20. We hope to build on that involvement when Ambassador for Ageing Noeline Brown attends our monthly general meeting on Wednesday October 2 at the Merthyr Uniting Church at 10am. The meeting is open to anyone interested in Positive Ageing and tickets are $5. Other events in September include our monthly dinner at 6pm at the Casa Italia in Gray Street, where we welcome anyone interested in our organisation. We have an outing planned to Noela’s Garden at Donnybrook on September 25. For further information on any of our activities, or to RSVP for Noeline Brown, please call Tony Townsend on 33152523 or go to our website www.nsanewfarmbranch.com.

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BACK Marie-Louise Theile, Hon Teresa Gambaro & Principal Carmel McGrath FRONT Phoebe Birskys & Alexandra McInally LNP candidate for Brisbane Teresa Gambaro launched the 2013 Teresa Gambaro Literacy Awards at New Farm State School. The Literacy Awards are an essay competition open for all primary and secondary school students within the federal electorate of Brisbane. Ms Gambaro said the awards were now in their second year and were designed to encourage students to display their ideas and express themselves creatively, as well as generate an awareness of their place in Australian society. “The entries will be assessed on the children’s ability to research and articulate their views and feelings,” Ms Gambaro said. Judges for the competition include:

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THE progress of two young martial artists will receive a kick along when they travel to the home of karate, Japan, to compete in their style’s world championships in September. The two karate-ka, Makadie Drummon, 10, and Samantha Snape, 12, train at the Okukan Karate School at New Farm, which represents the Shito-ryu style in Queensland and they will be among 1000 enthusiasts from around the world to contest the tournament. School spokeswoman Meg Oakley said the duo would test their skills in technique routines (kata) and sparring (kumite) at the event, which is only staged every three years. “Competing in this tournament is an incredible opportunity for our students while also giving the state of Queensland representation in Japan,” Ms Oakley said. Okukan school founder Sensei Sandra Contrera will also make the journey to officiate. Sensei Sandra was a member of the Venezuelan National Team for three years in a row, and was named National Athlete of the Year in 1992 by the Venezuelan Sports Institute. The local business community has been keen to help chop away at the expense of sending the two students to Japan, which has allowed one of their mothers, Nicky Snape, to put together some hampers to raffle.

Samantha Snape & Makadie Drummond Also, Di Bella Coffee at Bowen Hills had stepped up to cover the cost of accommodation in Tokyo, Ms Oakley said. Tickets for the hampers would be sold at markets around Brisbane, including the Jan Powers Farmers Markets at the Brisbane Powerhouse, South Bank Markets, Eagle Farm Markets, and Rocklea Markets, and the prizes drawn 10am at Brisbane Powerhouse on September 7.Businesses donating products included Mizu Japanese Eats in Teneriffe, Brisbane Powerhouse Arts, Freedom Furniture, Merthyr Shopping Village and Discount Drug Stores Fortitude Valley. Okukan Karate School runs classes at the Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm, and The Judith Wright Centre of Contemporary Arts in Fortitude Valley.

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I was disappointed to read in the August edition of Village News a number of illinformed comments about the approved development for 76 Commercial Road, Newstead. Equally disappointing was the failure of Village News to seek comments from me as the local councillor from the council itself. Your readers may be interested in some facts. 1. The Poinciana tree was a large and beautiful tree. Unfortunately like several thousand trees across Brisbane it didn’t survive the summer storm season. Your article states the council did not try to negotiate a replacement. The truth is that the development has been conditioned to plant nine large trees on the Helen Street, Wyandra Street and Commercial Road frontages of the development. A better streetscape improvement than requiring a fallen tree to be replaced in the place where it fell and better than the proposal to take out kerbside car parking spaces to plant a tree on the road. 2. The claim that the development exceeds the provisions of the council’s City Plan. The development is on a very large parcel of land, provides setbacks and basement parking. The building heights of 11 storeys (eastern frontage) down to three storeys for the retained (western frontage) building complies with the varying maximum heights identified

in the Neighbourhood Plan that allows for 15 storeys in the Commercial Road precinct and a maximum of eight storeys in the sub precinct A (Heritage Precinct). It is consistent with the development principles in the Newstead and Teneriffe Waterfront Neighbourhood Plan. Yours sincerely, David McLachlan

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Local designers hot to trot at Fashion Festival Fashion blogger Lisa Rutter cast a discerning eye over Mercedes-Benz Fashion Festival and investigates what’s hot and what to wear when the weather heats up. with the healthy, athletic physiques that sashayed down the runway. A variety of girls and guys were donned in cutting edge spring/summer collections designed by local fashion

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THE Mercedes-Benz Fashion Festival has strutted onto the catwalk at the historic, newly renovated Brisbane City Hall. The festival showcases the very best of Queensland’s homegrown designers, emerging talent, local fashion retailers, along with a selection of Australia’s biggest designer’s names. From the moment I was ushered through the heavy wooden doors into the grand foyer of City Hall, I felt as though I’d landed in a Jane Austin novel. The buzz of fashionistas chatting and cameras snapping, along with the muted soundtrack drifting through the room, brought me back to present, fashionable day. Despite the aura of nostalgia saturating the room the fashion show was anticipated to be fresh, modern and inspiring. As we all took our assigned seats and the lights were dimmed, and I was overwhelmed with a feeling best described as “waking up on Christmas morning as a five-year-old child”. The the runway lit up and the music began - cue the models! The first impression was a welcome change from waif-like stick figures we can sometimes see in fashion shows. I was pleasantly surprised

Begitta Stolk and Lisa Rutter; a Begitta original; Leona Edmistone. industry leaders. Spring/summer collection guide We will see a mixture of structured and feminine pieces with tailored jackets, teamed with soft floaty dresses. Classic black and white

and concise with simple lines and a stylish black and white theme with the odd glitz embellishment here and there, while Leona Edmistone, with her signature bright colour and bold patterns leaned towards an Aztec

design. Outside of the more well-known big Australian labels, Brisbane has an outstanding selection of emerging designers who showcased their collections on Day 2 of the festival and the absolute standout for me was the show-stopping designs from Begitta, with her collection Golden Empire. Begitta has become well-known for attention to detail through intricate hand-work and keeping true to her design aesthetic brought from previous whimsical collection - Ethereal Dreams. Begitta unveiled a darker colour palate with bold textures and embellishments that sent the photographers into a snapshot frenzy and the rows of critics into a momentary meltdown as camera phones were raised and applause was aplenty. Begitta has been working on this collection for three to four years and drew inspiration from her love of peacocks and also from the movie The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus. Golden Empire is a collection that moves towards a more royal and regal style with the added glitz and glam of jewelled tones and the free spirited feeling of a gypsy style. For more on Begitta and her collections visit her website: www.begitta.com.

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In the days before 1958 when the wireless ruled the airwaves unchallenged, a musical talent quest ran on 4BK each week. Just like today, when reality shows The Voice and Australian Idol wow audiences with child prodigies, so did Australian Amateur Hour uncover a 10 year-old with a blossoming soprano voice that stunned the nation with a winning rendition of the Act Three waltz song classic from the comic opera Tom Jones by Edward German. The young girl, Margaret Baker, of Brisbane, was destined to become an internationally acclaimed soprano, starring in many great operas in famous theatres such as La Scala, in Milan and in the opera houses of Rome, Vienna and Moscow. She returned, triumphant, to the Victoria State Opera, Melbourne, briefly before heading off again to her home in Italy. That first big win, in the Amateur Hour, amazed listeners because of Margaret’s incredible ability to reach the highest vocal operatic range. Margaret recalls, “Yes, but I loved singing the high notes”. Margaret attended All Hallows and after matriculation worked at the Taxation Office in sales tax. “I had to support myself in my singing career, because my family couldn’t,” she said, “I sang as a soloist with ABC orchestras, won several singing competitions, represented Queensland in national vocal competitions, the Melba Quest, Mobil Quest, ABC Concerto and Vocal. “If one sang a wrong note or cracked on a high note on those live-to-air

wireless broadcasts, all of Australia heard it. I made my operatic debut at 20 in the role of Violetta in La Traviata for the then Queensland National Opera. “After I worked for five years, I had saved £1000, enough for me to travel to Italy to study. One had to travel to Europe in those days to get the best tuition. “It wasn’t easy, and the money didn’t last as well as I had hoped, but I started getting engagements, and I won scholarships to the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, and the Accademia Chigiana, Siena,” she said. “Then I continued my studies in Germany, eventually settling in Rome. “My European debut was as Susanna in Le Nozze di Figaro in Rome, followed by leading roles at La Scala, Milan, on to Vienna, numerous opera houses, festivals and concert tours through Europe, Asia and the Middle East. “However, it was in Rome where I met the man I was to marry. His name was Vittorio Genovesi, an engineer, and some of us were invited to a party hosted by him. I am not kidding –

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Margaret Baker In Vienna – The Return of Ulysses 1971.. landmark time when China was opening its doors to experienced international artists to give guidance to their young aspirants.” “Vittorio was very supportive of my many tours away from Rome,” she said. “He was a beautiful person who loved music and what I did. I tried never to be away too long. He came with me to Australia several times and loved our country. He made many good friends on our trips here. Tragically, Vittorio departed this life in 1997. “We had thought that we would retire here in Brisbane together,” Margaret mused, smiling wistfully. “We had been married for 27 wonderful years.” Since Margaret retired from singing, she has been a regular member of the Juries of some of Europe’s most prestigious singing competitions including Munich, Salzburg, Cologne; she has taught and lectured at tertiary

institutions in Italy, Germany, China and Australia. Her private students are today starring in principal roles in the leading opera houses of Europe, America, Japan and Australia. Since returning to Brisbane to live in 2007 Margaret has established a private teaching practice and has collaborated with the Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University and UQ, and has co-adjudicated, amongst others, the Mietta Song Recital Award, the Acclaim Awards Puccini Competition, the McDonalds Operatic Aria and the Opera Foundation Australia’s Awards and Scholarships. Margaret loves living in New Farm, and had her eye on her apartment building when she viewed it from the river years before, awaiting a For Sale advice. She is delighted with the Brisbane cultural scene. “It is rich and varied and of international quality,” she enthuses. “I also subscribe to the Queensland Ballet, the Queensland Theatre Company and the Queensland Symphony Orchestra. I saw Cinderella by Opera Queensland and that production could have been on any stage in Europe. Below: Monteverdi’s Return of Ulysses at La Scala, Milan 1973.

villagebusiness by Alan Blair earn more than what they’d charge individually for that hour. Likewise, whatever you charge for an hour for your time, you should find ways of investing each hour to earn double, triple or even 10 times your “going rate”. That’s how successful business owners convert each hour of their time into the earnings of several hours of their time. And it’s also the secret to building a scalable, sustainable business. If you’re not earning the income you’d like, ask “Am I working every day like someone who makes $X a year - or $Y every “money hour”* of the day?” To answer that question, you have to clearly understand three things. First, you have to know what your $X figure is. Second, you have to know what key actions to focus on to get you there. And finally, you have to know how you’re going to stay accountable to executing consistently

until you’ve achieved your goal. To give you an idea of what it takes to generate business revenues equal to various annual salaries, look at the hourly rates individuals would need to achieve to make: $100,000/year = $80/money hour $150,000/year = $120/money hour $200,000/year = $160/money hour $250,000/year = $200/money hour Grasping this concept is just the beginning. To start seriously converting your time into serious money, try this: First, get rid of all your “$10/ hour” tasks – things you should stop doing, either personally or altogether. Then, if you’re doing “$80/money hour” work all year (earning about $100,000), figure out how to multiply at least some of your time. Shifting just half your “$80/money hour” work to “$200/money hour” work makes you an extra $74,000. Multiplying your earnings for half your time increases your income by 75%! Making these kinds of shifts is simple, but not easy. It takes purpose, focus and accountability, but it’s well worth the investment! *money hours = hours during business days where you can talk with prospects and customers and convert time into money. There are 1,242 money hours in a calendar year. Drop me an email if you want to see my maths!

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The crack of a gunshot rends the tranquil air Erindale Station, Summer of 1910. The boy sat perched high in the branches of the majestic old gum. From there he could see the long

morning and wasn’t expected back until late afternoon. It was a luxury to linger in the boughs of the old man gum. A wonderful opportunity to allow thoughts to drift far from the mundane world of clamouring siblings and the inconvenient demands of parents for chores to be done. The boy’s daydreaming is suddenly interrupted by the sound of a loud splash. His first thought is a falling limb from a gumtree had come to earth in one of the creek’s shallow

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stretch of the creek bed below and the shallow pools of water glittering with reflected light. Galahs quarrel obstreperously in the tree’s uppermost branches, mischievously dropping leaves and pieces of bark on the boy below. He felt happy to be alone for it wasn’t often he had the chance for solitude. His family had gone to town early that

pools, a common occurrence and of little consequence. But then he hears a loud groan, almost a sob, echo along the gully. “Someone was in trouble!” thinks the boy. But as a child of the bush, his natural instinct is one of caution. Better to stay still, remain hidden in the the gum tree’s lush foliage rather than announce his presence and then find himself exposed to possible danger. He sees a man, kneeling in a pool of water. The man’s shirt is shredded

and hangs in tatters about his heaving chest, probably torn as he fled through the sharp protruding branches of the noxious lantana bush that grew in wild profusion along the creek bank. Climbing to his feet the man staggers on, towards the tree that hides the alarmed child. The man’s mouth is an open maw as he fights for breath. He struggles up the bank and falls, exhausted, at the base of the big old gum. The frightened boy waits as still as death but then, after some minutes of quietude from below, curiosity exerts its seductive power. The boy surrenders to the sirens call and slowly eases himself along the limb of the old gum, until he is directly above the supine man. The man, an arm flung over his eyes appears to be sleeping. He has pulled lantana shrub over his body in an attempt no doubt to camouflage his resting place from anyone who should pass by. This alerts the boy: the stranger below is a fugitive and possibly a desperate one at that, and therefore, more than likely to be dangerous. The boy climbs higher into the tree’s canopy and wedges his narrow buttocks firmly into an accommodating fork. With his back pressed firmly against the tree’s trunk he feels relatively safe.

Time passes and the gentle swaying of the tree along with melodic birdsong becomes a beguiling lullaby, causing the boy to drift into sleep. It was the urgent bark of the dog that startles him to alert wakefulness. Anxiety and fear immediately clutch at his heart. Through the shifting eucalypt leaves he can see a tall man carefully scrutinizing the banks either side of the creek as if searching for something or someone. A stockman’s hat obscures the newcomers face. He cradles a rifle in the crook of his elbow and at his side, a blue cattle dog strains impatiently against it’s lead.. The boy is certain they’re looking for the man asleep at the bottom of the big gumtree. His suspicions are confirmed when the dog drops it’s nose to the ground, sniffs explosively and then bounds forward barking, dragging the man with him. The dog has found the fugitive’s scent. Man and dog scramble up the embankment and then are lost from view, obscured by the tree’s lower branches. The boy intuitively feels something bad is about to happen. He hears a voice speak softly, “Here you are!” The voice could belong to either of the men. Then the shocking sound of a rifle shot reverberates around the creek. Frightened galahs take to the wing,

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Pet Profile: Katie and Yuki

Bubbly Teneriffe-based Cancer Council Queensland spokeswoman Katie Clift and her equally personable pup Yuki are together changing the age-old adage “dog is man’s best friend”, proving that in fact, dog is woman’s best friend. Katie introduces us to her furry friend and shares some of their favourite memories together. What made you decide to get a puppy? I had wanted a puppy for a long time, and just after my husband and I bought our first home, we thought there was no better time to introduce a new member to the family! We spent an entire long weekend visiting puppies to find the right one for us, and ended up choosing Yuki from an ad listed online - she is a rescue dog. What breed is Yuki? She is a Chinese Crested Powderpuff! Many people think I am making the breed name up but it's true - google it! What made you choose that breed? They have such a lovely temperament for a little dog, and they shed no hair. Plus, we like the distinct look of the Powderpuff - she is definitely a talking point! How old is Yuki? Yuki will turn 5 in December. What’s her personality? Yuki has the most lovely temperament

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Iconic Landmark Residence 30 2141/32 Refinery Parade, New Farm

Clearing rates improve for house auctions

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New Farm 4/17 Llewellyn Street

Auction

With all the work done, this little beauty on Llewellyn is a catch in itself. The unit offers 2 bedrooms that have been recently carpeted, a large bathroom - newly renovated with floor to ceiling tiling, a cleverly designed internal laundry and a separate toilet. A lock up garage makes this property the total package.

Thursday, 19 September 2013, 6pm Emporium Hotel if not SOLD prior

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This exceptional town home is set within a comfortable complex located in the heart of New Farmâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s prestigious River Precinct, this opportunity is literally the size of a house but offers pure apartment style living and seamlessly fuses stylish design with everyday livability. Offering exceptional value, you can enjoy the New Farm house lifestyle without the associated price tag!

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A Perfect House Alternative Spring Hill 2/122 Fortescue Street Spacious and Modern, this 165sqm Inner City Townhouse boasts 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 modern bathrooms and a double lock up garage (side by side) all within walking distance of the CBD.

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The House You Have Been Waiting For Spring Hill 156 Kennigo Street This charming cottage offers 3 spacious bedrooms, renovated bathroom & kitchen, undercover parking & expansive outdoor entertaining area. Located close to fine dining, retail, recreational & entertainment, as well as top private & public hospitals.

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Best Layout in the Complex â&#x20AC;&#x201C; City Views Spring Hill 324/83 Leichhardt Street This one bedroom apartment on the 3rd level features a spacious open floor plan & balcony with a spectacular outlook across the CBD. Boasting a modern kitchen with quality stainless steel appliances, this is one property you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to miss.

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Stunning Fully Renovated 2 Bedroom Apartment Spring Hill 705/32 Leichhardt Street Renovated throughout, this fantastic apartment features a contemporary kitchen with Caesar stone bench tops. The open plan living & dining space flows well out onto the wrap around balconies which produce great views from the north and over to the CBD.

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Iconic Landmark Residence New Farm 2141/32 Refinery Parade On the most desirable reach of the Brisbane River this northeast facing, freestanding residence in cosmopolitan New Farm is unique in the true sense of the word. Encompassing its historic glory. The Refinery, built in 1893 is Brisbaneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most prestigious, tightly held river front residential precinct.

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Charming Contemporary On Chester New Farm 53 Chester Street This stunning architecturally designed home located on Chester Street exemplifies modern New Farm living through and through. Tucked away in a quiet enclave, 53 Chester Street literally sits in the middle of Brisbaneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s newest hot spots.

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962m2 of Riverfront Living New Farm 9 Griffith Street Sometimes words arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t enough. Once in a generation, real estate opportunities present themselves, and this is one of them.

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New Farm 4 Dixon Street

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New Farm 75 Langshaw Street Amongst some of New Farmâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most iconic homes, this historic residence has undergone a transformation which rejoices the grandeur of yesteryear.

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Not often does a home encompass this level of architectural brilliance, family practicality and fabulous position. Make no mistake, this house will sell.

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Townhome Living Spring Hill 61 Torrington Street This rock-solid abode is a very spacious & rare offering in a select position, metres from Grammar schools & walking distance to the CBD.

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Thurs, 10 October 2013 68/241 Arthur Street, Teneriffe Dan Smith 0438 120 776 dan.smith@raywhite.com Simon Petrie 0439 668 867 simon.petrie@raywhite.com raywhite.com 07 3358 0610

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Serious Style, Serious Value! Teneriffe 117/54 Vernon Terrace Stylishly renovated & bathed in natural light, this top floor woolstore spans 173sqm. Quiet position in central Teneriffe metres from cafes & shops.

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Space & Character Teneriffe 309/88 Macquarie Street

Offers over $825,000 Dan Smith 0438 120 776 dan.smith@raywhite.com Simon Petrie 0439 668 867 simon.petrie@raywhite.com raywhite.com/1005618 07 3358 0610

Beautiful ‘Dakota’ abode, spacious 135sqm layout with large study/3rd bed built in. A perfect NE aspect with river glimpses & cooling summer breezes.

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Far From Average Teneriffe 111/24 Macquarie Street Everything about this 143sqm 2 bed + study Woolstore abode is spacious – expansive granite kitchen, entertainer’s balcony & HUGE 2 vehicle carpark.

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Spectacular Woolstore Teneriffe 39/22 Florence Street Having overseen a top class renovation, a transfer to Melbourne means this outstanding 228sqm ‘Winchombe Carson’ abode must sell!

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Clearing rates improve for house auctions WITH a potential change in government approaching, combined with the typically busy spring selling season, house auction clearance rates in the New Farm area are improving significantly, according to one selling agent. Ray White New Farm agent Matt Lancashire said clearance rates are reaching significant levels. “Our clearance rates at the moment, or our average days on market, have come under 30 days for the first time since 2007. Some of our days on market are actually 28 days, which is fantastic,” he said. Mr Lancashire said there were a few factors contributing to the good news for sellers. “There’s more confidence in the market at the moment, plus money is cheap,” he said. “Interest rates are at 50year lows and supply is being outstripped by demand,” he said. “There are only 20 houses for sale in the New Farm area at the moment and there are more buyers out there than we’ve seen for a while.” “Clearance rates across Queensland were reported at about 60%. Last month were

around 66%, and clearance rates on properties that go to auction after a four-week period are up around 75% and that’s getting into Melbourne and Sydney clearance rates.

said, but the real hot spot was around un-renovated cottages. “Honestly, you cannot list them as fast as you can sell them and the prices are back up to around where they were in 2007 and

Top tip for sellers: Go to open houses, visit the agents and do your research so you can set a realistic price for your house. Top tip for buyers: Walk around the neighbourhood and find out which agent has the most signs, talk to the agents who know the area and don’t be afraid to put in an offer.

“What we usually find, as well, is that Newstead, New Farm and Teneriffe is generally the first market to heat up and the last to cool off. We know that the inner city Brisbane market usually lag Sydney and Melbourne markets by about three months, and those markets have been booming for two months,” he said. All facets of the market are starting to move, Mr Lancashire

2008,” he said. Although he agreed this could be a small bubble that doesn’t last, Mr Lancashire said signs were encouraging that this was the start of a long term trend. “There’s more confidence in the market,” he said. “We’re not getting people desperate to sell. And people are optimistic with a change in government likely,” he said.

Central Village steams ahead with strong sales DEVELOPER David Devine continues to steam ahead with his $450 million Central Village project in Fortitude Valley, reporting strong sales in the March quarter of its first stage, Cambridge Towers. Stage two of the project, Oxford Towers, has reportedly sold 80% of its 160 units, according to Devine’s Metro Developments. The massive Central Village project comprises five stages, of five 18-storey apartment towers and is expected to take five years to complete. All up, it will offer 970 apartments. Apartment sales have been boosted by favourable conditions. Property Observer’s Larry Schlessinger said the market for apartment sales had firmed in the March quarter. “Overall, the outlook for the inner Brisbane apartment market has firmed with more than 540 off-the-plan sales recorded in the March quarter – the first time quarterly sales have exceeded 500 in almost a decade.” This is good news for the apartment sector, with further developments coming online in the coming 18 – 24 months. “Interest rates are at a 53 year low in Australia and Fortitude Valley is one of only three Brisbane inner city suburbs offering rental yields in excess of 6%. This growth in rental returns is mainly due the fact that vacancy rates in Fortitude Valley currently sit at under 1%.”

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really is a market that favours the brave. Over the last month as I’ve looked out You only need to search your suburb from behind the podium or while I’m on raywhite.com or realestate.com or pacing the grass on someone’s front domain.com and you will see pages of lawn reading the terms of auction or available property (some having been as I take names and numbers at open there for a while). And as your finger houses, there continues to be sparks clicks through the pages you will notice coming out of the market. Now I can’t some with ‘eye catching photos’ and say for sure whether it’s a spark leading others with ‘mind numbing’ images. If to a spotfire in the market or whether you look in the paper and you will find it’s a sign of wonderful things to come a smaller selection (a spark leading of homes and while to fireworks!?!). the paper is more But the number of expensive, it still people I’m meeting seems popular that are prepared with many buyers. to participate in real With Haesley Cush Consistently it is estate transactions the owners that feels to be on the are elevating their properties through rise. use of professional photos, cross media Over the past month our rental office marketing and interior presentation has seen corporate tenants wanting to that are getting higher prices, because pay over $1000p/w in rent moving back they’re getting stronger competition. into the market. We’ve seen bidders at This is not a new story, but at a time our monthly auctions, registering and when savings are high and capital bidding! Heavens! And finally open growth is low, its good to know that house attendance numbers are on the there’s a return on the investment…. If rise too! you’re prepared to part with your hard The reasons I pose the suggestion earned dollars. that it may be a spark leading only to So I’m not sure whether this is a ‘prea spotfire is because the buyers and election’ spark, a low rates spot fire or tenants aren’t flooding in on every a sign of great things to come. But rest property available. They’re being assured if the market kicks agents all particular. So what’s causing the over town will send up a flare!! general swell? It seems to me that it

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Fabulous investment opportunity or first home buyer bargain. Situated in one of Paddington’s premier streets. Close to parks, restaurants, cafes, galleries & transport. 10 units being auctioned in line unless sold prior 6pm on 24th September @ Iceworks 155 - 157 Given Tce, Paddington. All reasonable offers considered!

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Private Riverfront Living 202/45a Newstead Terrace, Newstead When you first enter this apartment in ‘Mariners Reach’, you will appreciate the light and spaciousness of the property. Facing northeast the apartment enjoys beautiful views of the river’s bend, capturing the constant gentle breezes off the water. • Pet friendly complex • Two apartments per floor • 3 resort style flood lit pools • 3 ½ acres of riverfront gardens Auction onsite: Thurs 12th September 2013 @ 6pm Inspect:

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THERE is a piece of calm, quiet the house is as warm as toast in relaxation for sale right in the heart winter and when you open it up in of New Farm with the sale of Allan summer the beautiful breezes keep and Jeanette Faragher’s property at it perfectly cool,” he said. 64 Villiers Street. The travertine marble in the Protected by a high wooden fence, entrance, on the stairs and through the property guards its tranquil the hallways lends a stylish finish secret from passers-by as they to the home and sets off the earthy go about their business along the colour scheme beautifully. street. But once you are inside, Without doubt, the highlight is the the beautiful second sitting high ceilings, room that the light and opens onto Designed by architect Angelo airy spaces a verandah Nicolosi, the house was built in and the that overlooks stillness reveal the street. 1993 by builder Felix Nana and themselves Ceiling to floor Allan says the house has been a as the sense glass windows perfect home to raise their family. of calm and French envelopes you. doors let the Residents sunlight pour of New Farm for 40 years, owners into the room with its high ceilings. Allan and Jeanette have lived in On this mild spring day the peaceful the home for 17 years. Designed by streetscape and light breeze architect Angelo Nicolosi, the house combined to create an appealing was built in 1993 by builder Felix spot where one could sit for hours. Nana and Allan says the house has Allan agrees the verandah is a been a perfect home to raise their beautiful spot to take breakfast in family. Its open plan style upstairs the morning. has allowed the free-flow of breezes A need to downsize has led to the that meant airconditioning has never Faraghers’ decision to sell. been needed. The brick cavity high-set house “If you keep everything closed must be one of the few houses

in New Farm that has never been renovated or even painted and Allan says it has maintained its beautiful condition with little effort from him. The house’s condition is remarkable and ideally suited to someone seeking a low maintenance home. The block is about 15 perches or 375 sq m in the modern scale and from the back door a vast rolling view of New Farm roofs spreads out below. The house is four bedrooms, with the main bedroom and en suite upstairs with the kitchen, main living room and second formal dining and sitting room towards the front of the house. Three good sized bedrooms are downstairs with another bathroom and laundry. The house is

Allan Faragher’s at his home in New Farm. located conveniently close to James Street and Brunswick Street. Bus routes service the street, which is only 10 minutes from the city. Contact Claudia Marchand on 0431 287 057 for more information on 64 Villiers Street, New Farm.

Claudia Marchand SENIOR SALES ASSOCIATE Always a smile on her face and something nice to say, with a French accent bien sur! Claudia is a hard working professional recognised by local New Farm residents for her friendly and warm approach to the business of selling properties!

New Farm 64 Villiers Street

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Built 20 years ago this cavity brick home is a rarity in New Farm and solid as a rock! Bright and airy with lovely breezes flowing through, this home is walking distance to public transport, parks, restaurants and all the facilities offered by Merthyr Village. On two levels this property is low maintenance and would ideally suit a family with teens, busy professionals or empty nesters. I warmly welcome your call and look forward to your inspection. Bonne Chance et Vive la Difference!

For the second year consecutive Claudia has been invited in LJ Hooker’s prestigious Multi-Million Dollar Chapter, an elite group within the Real Estate Industry following 24 months of exceptional sales achievements. Sell your property with the best in the business and call Claudia for assistance.

Call 0431 287 057 or email Cmarchand.newfarm@ljh.com.au

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Aussie in New Farm launched

Cr Vicki Howard with Aussie executive chairman John Symond and local franchise owners Monique Higgins and Craig Sammons. Aussie Home Loans founder and executive chairman, Mr John Symond, was in New Farm to launch their new franchise office. The store, which is on the corner of Brunswick st and Merthyr road, is owned by Monique Higgins and Craig Sammons. My Symond said they now have 35 stores and 150 brokers in Queensland. My Symond said they are planning to role out more stores. He added that in property investment timing is everything and while Brisbane has been impacted by the floods, mining, drop in tourism and the high Aussie dollar. But things are turning with the dollar dropping and after the federal election you will see more jobs growth which will flow into the property market. Investors are coming into the market now and they are borrowing at 5% with a yield of 6%. That’s is pretty good said My Symond. He said that you are better to be buying properties today instead of waiting for the top of the cycle.

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