Unique Luxury Magazine - Volume 16

PROPERTY & LIFESTYLE

Luxury

Feature property - Linden Hills • Pearls of Joy - Paspaley Pearling Company Magari Estate • The Energising of Tesla • Holding Court - Mossgreen Architect Charles Wright • The Woman Behind the Brand - Amanda Swanson • Artist Ken Johnson Seriously Cirrus • A Boat Bound for Paradise - Raja Ampat Islands Men's & Women's Fashion from Top International Design Houses

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Introducing The Au, Surfers Paradise. a limited collection of 12 single-floor luxury apartments and 2 tri-level penthouses with private swimming pools.

Welcome to an unprecedented level of lavish beachfront living. for more information, please contact Nicolette van Wijngaarden on 0411 144 877 or nicolette@uniqueestates.com.au Text 'THE AU' to +61 428 293 775 for more information

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PUBLISHER

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EDITORS

Nicolette van Wijngaarden Tracey Porter

MARKETING

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GRAPHIC DESIGN Bridie McKelvey Josh Stevens Kirsten Chambers

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To Unique Luxury Magazine Volume 16. In this issue we showcase some stunning new properties, starting with our feature property, Linden Hills. Linden Hills is a grand country estate that has been meticulously extended and renovated to celebrate the very best of modern conveniences while remaining authentic to its early 20th century heritage. This impressive 100-acre estate is nestled near the village of Harden in south west New South Wales where it commands picture perfect countryside vistas of rolling hills and lush open meadows.

This issue presents a variety of amazing articles highlighting luxury products and astounding locations from around the globe. Join us as we dive into the 90 year history of Northern Territory based institution, Paspaley Pearling Company. Cirrus is the latest offering from the multiaward winning team, chef Savage and sommelier Nick Hildebrandt, we investigate what makes Cirrus a Sydney restaurant like no other. Meet Amanda Swanson, the co-founder of international auction house and gallery Mossgreen, and establish the secrets to her success. We find out why Australian artist Ken Johnson's global journey to unearth new inspiration shows no signs of slowing. We follow luxury lodge owner Hayley Baillie as she travels to the remote islands of Raja Ampat in eastern Indonesia. Tesla began as a small company with a big heart, now it’s a large entity with an even bigger plan which we disclose to you. He is the award-winning designer behind some of Australia’s most eye-catching buildings, now Charles Wright has his sights set on international domination. Sibella Court is an interior stylist and creative director but she’s also the star attraction at specialist auction house Mossgreen’s upcoming Interior Decorator series.

We also showcase the latest in fashion trends from the top international design houses from around the world.

You may notice that we have refreshed the design of Unique Luxury to appear lighter and more luxurious. We hope this makes for a delectable read that delights you with every page.

Thanks for joining us again and we hope you enjoy our remarkable portfolio of unique luxury properties. For any enquiries, please don't hesitate to contact one of our offices.

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Linden Hills, Harden, NSW

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LINDEN HILLS An attentively extended and renovated country estate

Paspaley Pearling Company is an institution almost 90 years in the making

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FEATURE PROPERTY

HOLDING COURT

PEARLS OF JOY

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MAGNIFICENT MAGARI THE ENERGISING A life of absolute luxury at OF TESLA Northern Italy's Magari Estate

Tesla is now a big entity with an even bigger plan

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Australian artist Ken Johnson's journey to unearth new inspiration

From Hamilton Island marina apartments to Sydney CBD luxury high-rise living

Charles Wright has his sights set on national domination

Amanda Swanson, co-founder of Mossgreen

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Cirrus is a Sydney restaurant like no other

The latest styles from the world's top designers

From premier beachfront locations to commercial development opportunities

Unique Estates represents over 150 holiday properties & event venues worldwide

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WOMEN'S FASHION

UNIQUE LAND

The latest styles from the world's top designers

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A CREATIVE ODYSSEY

THE WOMAN BEHIND THE BRAND

SERIOUSLY CIRRUS

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THE WRIGHT APPROACH

Sibella Court is the star attraction at Mossgreen's interior decorator series

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UNIQUE ESCAPES

UNIQUE APARTMENTS

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A BOAT BOUND FOR PARADISE Hayley Baillie and her trip to the Raja Ampat islands

PROPERTY LISTINGS INDEX

Sydney 6/16 Hickson Road, Walsh Bay, Sydney, NSW, 2000 +61 (0) 2 9247 8530

Melbourne 178 Bridport Street, Albert Park, Melbourne, VIC, 3206 +61 (0) 3 9645 5558

Byron Bay Suite 1, 13 Lawson Street, Byron Bay, NSW, 2481 +61 (0) 2 6680 9888

Perth 125 St Georges Terrace, Perth, WA, 6000 +61 (0) 8 6189 8583

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LINDEN HILLS An attentively extended and renovated country estate

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Country estate with double brick 1900’s homestead • Hand crafted wrought iron entrance, beautiful grounds Stained glass, marble & sandstone detailing • Atrium, grand formal and informal living, office • Cellar/storeroom, 3 additional residences Pool house with kitchen & large entertaining areas • Commercial coolroom & freezer, butchers shed, grain silo Rustic shearer’s shed, large barn, large shed • Town water, dam, 2 bores, 3 phase power Sealed roads & paved road access to all buildings • 1.5 hours to Canberra, 3.5 hours to Sydney LOCATION: Harden, Southern Highlands, NSW | ASPECT: Northerly | SIZE: 40.47 ha

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inden Hills is a grand country estate that has been meticulously extended and renovated to celebrate the very best of modern conveniences while remaining authentic to its early 20th century heritage.

Originally built for local identity Ben Stocks, this impressive 100-acre estate is nestled near the village of Harden in south west New South Wales where it commands picture perfect countryside vistas of rolling hills and lush open meadows.

Entry to the estate is via bespoke electric wrought iron gates leading to a paved driveway that gently winds its way through the beautiful grounds up to the foot of the 760m2 homestead’s entrance lobby.

Originally built in 1905, the homestead was extensively but sensitively modified by its current custodians in the early 1990s who managed to thoughtfully restore the original character of the structure while adapting it to suit a more contemporary lifestyle.

Constructed from double brick with an iron roof, the five-bedroom, four-bathroom master residence boasts all the character design features you would expect in a home of this vintage including vast wrap-around Oregon timber verandas, intricate high ceilings with custom cornices and ceiling roses together with large sandstone fireplaces, marbled hallways and a powder room.

The modern conveniences continue into a separate indoor pool house featuring a 12m x 6m pool, kitchen and spacious entertaining areas.

The splendour of the main homestead is equally matched by the estate’s character-filled outbuildings that comprise a three-bedroom manager's house, twobedroom shearer's accommodation, a one-bedroom worker’s cottage in addition to a rustic shearer’s shed, butcher’s shed and a 30m x 12m workshop with 3 phase power.

As well as numerous storage areas for farm equipment, the estate features a grain silo, commercial cool room with 8m3 fridge, 12m3 freezer and a storeroom. Water supply to Linden Hills is from a town water connection, two bores and a dam with aerator fountain, pergoda and jetty.

Just a 90-minute drive to Canberra, 3.5 hours to Sydney and less than 10 minutes into the centre of Harden, Linden Hills represents the perfect lifestyle offering for the astute investor.

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LAKE HOUSE

Stunning lakeside lifestyle property Sophisticated resort-style living • Highly desired Mornington Peninsula location • Stunning private lake Immaculate landscaped gardens • Designer pool & pool house • 23 private & peaceful acres Minutes to local restaurants & cafés • One hour from Melbourne CBD LOCATION: Tuerong, VIC | ASPECT: Northerly | SIZE: 9.3 ha

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he Lake House, located in the heart of the beautiful Mornington Peninsula, is a perfect representation of a sophisticated lifestyle property with its own very distinctive feature, a stunning three acre private lake which the residence is cantilevered directly over.

With breathtaking views from every window and thoughtful design, a sense of tranquility is felt throughout this beautiful home.

Formal living and dining areas open onto over 70 metres of private decking over the lake and offers just one of several outdoor entertaining spaces to spend relaxing days with friends or just enjoy the abundance of birdlife, changing constantly with every season.

The accommodation wing of this home includes the master suite with all facilities one would expect in a home of this stature plus three further generous bedrooms, bathrooms as well as a mezzanine office or fifth bedroom.

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Hydronic heating and evaporative cooling as well as open fires and fans ensure comfort year round.

The gently sloping, carefully tended land attached to this property has well fenced paddocks that would lend themselves perfectly toward horses. A charming barn with four stables is an added bonus. Two further outbuildings as well as plenty of undercover spaces for farm equipment or extra parking if necessary.

With award-winning restaurants, wineries and cafés at hand, being situated in the heart of the stunning Mornington Peninsula as well as only a one hour drive from the centre of the Melbourne CBD, there is really nothing more one could ask for.

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WHITSUNDAY WATERS

A premier place in paradise Newly renovated contemporary home • Panoramic views across the Whitsunday passage Generous indoor/outdoor entertainment zones • Lagoon-style freshwater swimming pool with cabana Separate one-bedroom caretaker's cottage • Fully-furnished and air-conditioned throughout Highly sought after location in the heart of the Whitsunday islands LOCATION: Hamilton Island, QLD | ASPECT: North Westerly | LAND: 2,000 m2

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ffered for sale for the first time in 20 years, Whitsunday waters is a newly renovated contemporary home sited in one of the country’s most coveted locations.

Spread over an impressive 2,000m2 parcel of land, this statuesque north west-facing five-bedroom, four-bathroom home offers expansive views straight down the barrel of the Whitsunday passage and to the outer islands beyond.

Considered one of Hamilton Island’s premier properties, the open-plan master residence is nestled over two cavernous stories and has top of the line fixtures and fittings together with generous floor-to-ceiling glazing superbly complemented by an oversize wrap around veranda to make the most of the panoramic vista.

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renovated again two years ago, this is a home built for entertaining.

With ample living zones inside, outside there is an undercover living and alfresco dining space in addition to a outdoor kitchen, beautifully manicured lawn and garden space and children’s play area.

An inviting freshwater lagoon-style swimming pool with timber decking beckons and is accompanied by a timber cabana and change room area.

Also located within the property’s boundaries is a self-contained onebedroom, one bathroom unit suitable for use as a caretaker’s cottage or to provide alternative accommodation.

A large garage is suitable for the two golf buggies which, along with all the home’s contemporary furniture, are included in the sale price.

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Escape to somewhere Unique Breathtaking luxury holiday properties, long term lettings and event venues.

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CHAPEL HOUSE

Charming, historic country estate

9 acres of magnificent manicured gardens • Various unique buildings • Large county-style kitchen • Billiard room Dressage arena and holding paddock • Located in heritage-listed Rydal Village • 2.5 hours from Sydney LOCATION: Rydal, NSW | ASPECT: North Westerly | LAND 74.07 ha | EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

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reathtakingly beautiful in every way, Chapel House is the epitome of an historic country estate with all the charm and character of yesteryear.

attaching it to the Inn. This magnificent home features a large country kitchen, beautiful light-filled dining and lounge rooms, a billiard room and four bedrooms.

Surrounded by 9 acres of magnificent gardens, the property incorporates several truly unique buildings each with their own amazing story.

The current owners have filled the garden beds with thousands of bulbs and roses, built arbours, created meandering streams and lovingly tendered the magnificent grounds and buildings.

The oldest building is the Cobb and Co Inn, built of stone around 1832 and is mostly in 'original' condition.

The property also incorporates 170 acres of land, an enormous dressage arena and holding paddock and is located in the historic village of Rydal.

Behind that building is the quaint cottage, now a two-bedroom guest cottage named The Owl Pen, which is believed to have been the original kitchen for the Inn. Attached to the cottage is 'the studio'. It started its life as an open-air hand ball court for the Franciscan Monks who occupied the site from approximately 1919 to 1925.

A second storey was added in the 1970's and was used as an art studio for 10 years by John Olsen, probably Australia's best known contemporary artist.

The Franciscans also built the Georgian-style main home in 1920,

Rydal is a small Heritage-Listed Village with two churches, a hotel and a railway station. The nearest shops are in Wallerawang about ten minutes drive away.

The property is located just 20 minutes from Lithgow and 2.5 hours drive (& 3 hours by train) from Sydney. Chapel House is a truly magical estate that must be seen to be truly appreciated.

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Pearls of joy Paspaley Pearling Company is a Northern Territory institution almost 90 years in the making, as Unique Luxury discovers.

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The Pinctada Maxima and its pearl shell meat.

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hen it comes to determining the heroes of the marine world, the reclusive Pinctada Maxima is not usually the first to come to mind.

Mostly due to the fact that with neither size nor beauty on her side, this large and lustrous fragile invertebrate is more at home in the company of plankton than she is in the company of peers.

Particularly sensitive to changes in environmental conditions, she is extremely difficult to cultivate and typically incurs a two to three year gestation period.

And even then she offers no guarantees.

And yet this rare and solitary creature is the source of the most sought-after gems in the world.

More commonly known as the Australian South Sea Pearl oyster, the Pinctada Maxima is the largest and rarest of all pearl oysters and is also responsible for producing the finest and most beautiful nacre of any mollusk.

It was a combination of all these qualities that first drew traders and settlers to the unspoiled oceans off the Australian coast that were in the early 1900s, and remain today, home to the world’s largest beds of the South Sea pearl oyster.

Among those drawn to the site was a young Greek refugee by the name of Nicholas Paspaley.

Arriving in Australia in 1919, the Paspaley’s tried their chances at their ship’s first port of call; Cossack on the Indian Ocean coast of Western Australia.

As the new inhabitants soon discovered, diving was one of the few viable industries in the area. Nicholas joined the pearling trade at 14 years of age and by 1932, at the age of 19, he was at the helm of his own pearling lugger, spending his days diving for natural pearls and the mother-of-pearl shell that fulfilled most of the global demand for button making.

When Port Hedland began to become less profitable due to the pearl fields in the area being exhausted, Nicholas made the decision to move to the uncharted waters of Darwin. It was here he increased his pearling fleet to five and it was in Darwin that he established the Paspaley Pearling Company.

In the years that followed, cultivation of Australian South Sea pearls became the company’s primary focus. Today the Paspaley Group, which remains headquartered in Darwin, employs over 1,200 people with 600 in pearling alone.

The largest and oldest pearling company operating in Australia, Paspaley remains a family-owned and run business with Nicholas’ son Nick Jnr joining the Paspaley Pearling Company in 1969 where he helped his father pioneer modern pearl cultivating techniques.

Today Nick is the chairman of the Paspaley Group of companies, while son James is the CEO of the Paspaley Group of Companies and nephews Peter and Michael Bracher oversee the worldwide distribution of the company’s pearls.

The group has an online boutique and operates several eponymous stores across Sydney, Darwin, Broome and Melbourne and later this year will open in Perth. In recent years the group has diversified to include interests across viticulture (via Bunnamagoo Estate Wines Nicholas Paspaley Senior in diving suit, 1937.

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in Mudgee), agriculture (with a number of historically significant properties in NSW and the NT), aviation (a group of specialist aviation services including air ambulance, search and rescue, flight inspection/calibration and oil and gas industry support along with private and business charters and commercial) as well as operating a large portfolio of commercial properties in Australia and abroad.

However its principal interest remains in pearls and for these customers of the brand will pay anything from $100 for a mother of pearl shell to in excess of $1 million for a one-of-a-kind pearl collier.

Aside from its retail operations, Paspaley also distributes its pearls through international, by-invitation-only auctions and private sales.

Its key distribution centre is in Sydney, with offices in Japan and Hong Kong where a wide selection of loose pearls, matched pairs and strands are available for viewing.

In August last year, more than $7.5 million of Paspaley pearls were sold with buyers from Japan, Asia, the US and Europe among the more than 70 companies who placed winning bids.

The company says that due to their rarity, natural pearls often command higher prices than cultured pearls yet the factors used to determine quality and value are the same for both.

Wild Pinctada Maxima oysters are only found in commercial quantities in an isolated region of north-west Australia. Untouched by pollution, their oyster beds are protected by strict diving quotas enforced by the Australian Government.

At the beginning of the pearling process divers collect the wild oysters by hand. They are then taken to pearl farms where they are

nurtured in the hope they will produce a gem-quality pearl. Not every oyster will produce a pearl, and apart from rare exceptions, most will produce only one pearl at a time.

Thanks in part to the early efforts of Nicholas, Paspaley has perfected the technique of cultivating pearls. On board the pearling ships the oysters are held in tanks of constantly circulating seawater until a polished sphere of Mississippi freshwater clam shell, is delicately implanted by a skilled technician. This material is expensive, but is used because it has an almost identical chemical composition and density as a natural pearl. This bead is the nucleus around which the oyster secretes layer after layer of nacre, the substance that forms the pearl.

Oysters will only allow their shells to be pried open two to three centimetres otherwise they reject the nucleus. Experienced technicians use exacting tools to make the tiny incisions.

The nucleated oysters are quickly returned to the sea where they are housed in individual mesh pockets that are suspended from floating rafts. The oysters feed and grow in sheltered bays rich in natural nutrients. As time passes, the oysters secrete lustrous layers of nacre around the implanted bead. In winter, the oysters are moved to warmer waters. Pearl technicians monitor water temperatures and feeding conditions daily at various water depths and move the oysters to take advantage of the best growing conditions.

Every 10 to 14 days the pearl-bearing oysters are lifted from the sea to remove marine growth that would otherwise compromise their health. Seaweed, barnacles and other growths are removed from their shells and once the oysters are brought back to shore, the pearl

The MV Paspaley 4, the primary operations ship & the world’s most technically advanced pearling vessel.

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Paspaley Australian South Sea pearls.

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farmers take inventory of the long-anticipated harvest. Great care is taken to minimise any harm or stress to the oysters, as they can be used for a second and sometimes a third seeding. Of the millions of oysters nucleated every year, only a tiny fraction of them produce high grade pearls. On average, about half of the nucleated oysters do not even survive to bear pearls. Less than five percent of the survivors yield pearls of the ideal shape, lustre.

Every pearl is sorted and graded according to “The Five Virtues" lustre, complexion, shape, colour and size. The pearls are graded in the same natural state as they emerge from the oyster and the range of categories is vast. Paspaley classifies its pearls into nearly 6,000 individual grades. This stringent process makes the grading exacting, but is necessary to ensure consistency.

Paspaley says it is committed to long term, dedicated relationships and as such has a number of children’s charities it is proud to call partners including the Sydney Children’s Hospital Foundation, Starlight Foundation, The Garvan Institute and The Alannah and Madeline Foundation among them.

Considered a world authority in research and development, and experts in sustainable aquaculture practices, Paspaley also takes its commitment to the environment seriously.

Speaking at a Sustainable Pearls forum held in 2014, James Paspaley noted the simplest and first step in sustainability is the preservation of the wild stock and the environment itself.

“Our ethos is that a high-quality environment is required to produce high-quality pearls, and we therefore regard a high level of selfimposed environmental stewardship as being of critical importance to our operations. The real difficulty today is the sustainability of pearling businesses in an environment where consumers and the trade will publicly and politically demand conditions and regulations that are cumbersome and costly to put in place, and then privately refuse to pay a premium to those producers or countries that comply.

“If we want our industry to set a high moral and social standard, then we must support it at all levels from the producer to the consumer.”

In an interview with e-magazine Business in Focus in 2013, James noted the company’s farm sites were all more than 100 miles from the nearest populations and in areas with as much as 11 metres of tidal movement.

Paspaley's flagship store on Martin Place, Sydney

“An enormous tidal range, with lack of pollution, and nutrientrich tropical waters are what sustain this animal and if you don’t have those things, you have no hope. One of the key drivers for all valuable goods is rarity and with limited areas and limited environmental area that these animals will exist in, you have this sort of natural barrier to production."

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BYRON HILLS

La dolce vita in the Byron hinterland Hinterland haven just minutes from Byron Bay • Extensively renovated main residence Breathtaking 270 degree hinterland views • Indoor and outdoor entertaining areas • Wood-fired pizza oven 3 minutes to Bangalow and 10 minutes to Byron Bay LOCATION: Byron Bay Hinterland, NSW | ASPECT: North Easterly | SIZE: 2.03 ha

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ocated just minutes from famous surf beaches and quaint country villages, ‘Byron Hills’ is the perfect hinterland retreat.

Perched on a grassy knoll overlooking green rolling hills, the property provides the perfect mix of functionality and visual appeal.

Originally built in 1991, this rendered brick home has recently undergone a substantial renovation which displays a lovely mix of design and functionality.

The star of the show is an alfresco courtyard featuring an outdoor dining room and a wood-fired pizza oven framed by an expansive and beautifully lit 100 year old fig tree.

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area, three good sized guest bedrooms, a main bathroom and an expansive master suite with kitchenette, enviable walk-in robe, ensuite and outdoor bath.

A perfect vantage point to watch the storms rolling in, this fantastic and truly unique estate would make an ideal weekender, holiday rental property or tree change home.

There are approved plans for an extra two bedrooms and an additional living space as well as plenty of room for a pool.

Ideally located just three minutes from the popular village of Bangalow and only 10 minutes drive from the heart of Byron Bay. Text 'BYRONHILLS' to +61 428 293 775 for more information

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ROSEBANK

Grand estate in the heart of Bungendore village

Exquisite heritage listed family home (c1885) • Designer chef’s kitchen Original period detailing including cathedral ceilings, timber flooring and tongue-and-groove panelling Wood burning fireplace with character surround • Private tiled courtyard with alfresco dining space and freshwater pond Meticulously manicured English country gardens • Additional income-earning potential Just 30 minutes to Canberra and 1.5 hours to the coast LOCATION: Bungendore, NSW | ASPECT: Northerly | SIZE: 2,085m2

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osebank encapsulates a picture perfect fusion of opulent contemporary living blended with delightful old English charm.

Nestled on a 2,085m2 parcel of land in Bungendore village in a pretty green valley in the New South Wales Southern Tablelands, this heritage-listed five-bedroom, four-bathroom residence represents everything that is wondrous about authentic, thoughtful and sensitive renovation.

Originally constructed by local flourmill operator Alexander McClung to house some of his workers, the cottage’s current occupants have taken it upon themselves to lovingly breathe new life into this character-filled home.

The north-facing residence’s front façade appears almost identical to the way it would have looked when it was first constructed 132 years ago while the interiors contain ample evidence of many of the original period detailing – including tongue-and-groove lining boards, hardwood timber floors and ornate cast iron fireplace surrounds.

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incorporate many modern conveniences including a cavernous designer chef’s kitchen, 16ft cathedral ceilings, open light-filled living spaces and the integration of bespoke timber French doors which lead to the home’s lush lawns, beautiful flower beds and many covered and uncovered alfresco dining and entertaining zones.

The home has wide, covered verandas at the front and along both sides offering a private sanctuary from which to marvel at the meticulously landscaped country gardens or listen as the birds bathe and frolic in the property’s European-inspired drinking fountain.

A former commercial B&B, Rosebank offers ample opportunity for additional income-generating activities for the savvy investor.

With its quaint flourishes, authentic charm and well appointed living, sleeping and entertaining spaces, neither words nor pictures can truly do justice to this incredible property.

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LINNAEUS ESTATE

Unlike anywhere else Spectacular ocean views • Extremely private • Beautifully landscaped • Flexible and exquisite interior spaces Share ownership of the 111 hectare estate • Concierge-style services are provided • Minutes drive from Byron Bay 25m infinity pool, tennis court, bocce court, gymnasium and organic market garden Nature reserve, all wildlife and vegetation are protected LOCATION: Broken Head, NSW | ASPECT: Easterly | LAND: 111 ha

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ith the magnificent Pacific Ocean on it’s doorstep, Linnaeus Estate fronts 1.5 kms of Australia’s spectacular East Coast. It is situated on 111 hectares of pristine wilderness bound by nature reserves and a marine national park.

Privacy has been paramount in the planning of the estate, utilising integrated landscaping to form natural boundaries between buildings.

The existing and introduced landscape is carefully maintained.

Linnaeus Estate is held in trust by it’s members, who are committed to maintaining its environmental integrity for at least 150 years.

Uniquely, Linnaeus operates with an environmental charter, and offers a range of education programs and site management.

Share ownership of the 111 hectare estate, together with a 25m infinity pool, tennis court, bocce court, gymnasium and organic market garden. Owners also enjoy access to the ‘centre’ comprising a commercial kitchen, bar and café, dining rooms, library, wine cellar and intimate performance spaces.

This spectacular place is a nature reserve, all wildlife and vegetation are protected. An organic, marine aesthetic underpins the considered architecture which fronts a 1.5 km strip of spectacular Seven Mile beach.

The Estate is managed to free residents from the usual burdens of property ownership. Gardens and common facilities are maintained and concierge-style services are provided.

Development covers less than 1% of the total 111 hectare estate, minimising the impact of development on the diverse habitats of the adjoining state reserves and marine national park.

Linnaeus is just a few minutes drive from the beaches, restaurants and boutiques of Byron Bay. With a diverse and tolerant society and laid-back atmosphere, Byron shire is one of Australia’s most enviable locations. Linnaeus is a short drive from the classic hinterland villages of Bangalow and Newrybar as well as the renowned surf of Lennox Head, Broken Head and Byron Bay.

Each building in the estate has been designed to take advantage of its views, aspect, and proximity to the beach – but also to respect these attributes in neighbouring buildings. Designs, material palettes and landscaping have been selected for their integration with the unique character of the site, ensuring a unified sense of place for the residents.

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GILLIVER

Shape it your way Grand early moderne-style home • Panoramic harbour views Character features throughout including the original sandstone wall • Inground freshwater swimming pool amid lush terraced lawns Large 40m frontage • Pre-approval for future architectural masterpiece Minutes to Rose Bay village cafés, parks and ferries • Just 8km to the Sydney CBD LOCATION: Vaucluse, Sydney, NSW | ASPECT: Westerly | LAND: 740 m2

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Already an investor’s dream, the best parts of this home may be the ones that can’t be seen.

Nestled among the hills of Vaucluse, this west-facing 1930s home comes complete with five-bedrooms, four-bathrooms and a panoramic vista that includes almost all of the city’s iconic landmarks.

Adding to the home’s already impressive credentials is news the property brings with it plans for a DA and CC-approved trophy home designed by architects Bruce Stafford + Associates.

ffering one of the most prized views in Sydney, Gilliver is a grand dame that has been afforded a modest modern makeover.

Cleverly updated and partially renovated to fuse period detailing with contemporary design, this spacious family residence is split over three levels, two of which containing the living, dining and entertainment zones and the third of which houses a workshop, powder room and large storage space that could easily be converted to an underhouse wine cellar.

With panoramic harbour views of every room in the house, the upper level of the home plays host to four of the bedrooms, including the master with ensuite bathroom.

Here you will find a large freshwater pool, outdoor barbeque station and manicured gardens that weave into the original hand-hewn sandstone wall.

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The proposed state-of-the-art home features approximately 1,000m2 of internal space and is anchored by a lift and central spiralling staircase.

This new age residence will have two levels dedicated to formal and casual entertaining with the top level host to a luxurious adults retreat, comprising an oversize bedroom, master ensuite, walk-in robe and study/dressing room. As with Gilliver, the future home boasts a large basement garage providing housing for up to four vehicles.

Conveniently located close to the charming Rose Bay and Vaucluse village shopping precincts and zoned for many of the city’s elite schools, Gilliver is a rare offering that won’t wait around.

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Magnificent Magari There can be few better places to indulge in a life of absolute pleasure and luxury than at northern Italy’s Magari Estates.

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av.Stephen Pellegrino has the happy habit of rarely getting it wrong.

In a career spanning more than four decades, the Brisbane businessman has progressed from buying, restoring and selling heritage homes and character buildings to finally finding his niche in property development.

Driven by a love of history and restoration of beautiful buildings, Stephen Pellegrino has culminated his expansive property development credentials with his rich Italian ancestry to create Magari Estates. With his passion for all things Italian, Stephen has been inspired to build a legacy that enables the discerning traveller to experience the richness of authentic Italy.

Magari Estates is an ultra-exclusive boutique members club located in the heart of the Illasi Valley in the province of Verona in Italy’s north.

The founders of the Pellegrino development company and the Italian winemaking Fasoli family are partners in this rather unique offering.

Together their vision was to fuse their remarkable Italian heritage family traditions and the country’s rich arts, architecture, literature, cuisine, wines and music culture to offer exclusive localised experiences in the Veneto region.

The result is undoubtedly a hospitality game changer.

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Named after the Italian word for “If only”, Magari Estates is centred around a meticulously restored 16th century villa and represents the very best of indulgence - combining high-end accommodation, dining and full service health spa options with a bespoke concierge service and bountiful tailored itineraries, each of which is individually curated.

Located around 90 kilometres west of the World Heritage city of Venice, a short 15 kilometre drive east of Verona on the edge of the Adige River and within easy access of Lake Garda, Milan, Padua and Vicenza, Magari Estates itself is a grand property of unparalleled luxury.

The opulent resort sits on a parcel of land in a vast sea of undulating green valleys and hills. Surrounded by an epic organic vineyard, it lies at the core of a host of historical townships with the delizioso Asolo, the eccellente Bassano del Grappa and magnifico Castelfranco among them.

Upon entering the hallowed turf guests find themselves swept up in a setting the estate’s proud owners are confident will exceed each and every expectation.

The Magari experience begins the minute guests land on Italian soil.

Guests are met at Venice airport and then chauffeur driven through stunning countryside to the estate.

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Dotted with ancient vines and established gardens, the entrance to the property is closely monitored with only the finite number of preapproved members able to venture past the estate’s front gate.

It is here guests will see the trio of stone-wall buildings that form the nucleus of the estate.

Formerly home to a nobleman, the architects responsible for developing the space have clearly been influenced by the spectacular countryside beyond but have worked hard to maintain the buildings’ integrity and proved sensitive in their use of colour.

Aged timber ceilings effortlessly combine with contemporary fixtures and fittings to private living spaces sure to please even the most fastidious of guests.

The very epitome of refined modern luxury, rooms at the estate feature every comfort and are light and airy. The design of each oversize suite on the property aims to respect the environment but has been structured to maximise the countryside vistas outside.

A full service health spa with a large indoor outdoor freshwater pool completes the estate’s facilities. Upon registering interest the club will notify eligible applicants of their successful registration.

Membership packages vary in size and allow for stays of between seven and 28 days each year.

Joining fee prices start at $US50,000 which is a one off-payment to

secure a 20-year membership term.

For the cost of their membership, guests receive exclusive accommodation at the property, spa treatments at the member's spa on site and an annual wine allocation of between 12 and 48 bottles of wines that are produced exclusively for members.

In addition, each guest is able to access exclusive tailored experiences provided by the onsite concierge, experiences that have been cultivated from the unique relationships the owners have developed with wineries, restaurants and other retail and hospitality businesses in the area.

The experiences included in the packages vary from guest to guest according to their interests, but examples may include a night enjoying a world-class opera from the comfort of a private balcony at the Teatro all Scala through to provision for a private tour of Venice’s Ducal Palace.

Magari Estates offers it members the flexibility to travel every two years to the estate at the members election.

Proving it is more than just a beautiful spot in which to rest your head, Magari even has its own smartphone app offering direct communication with the concierge as well as a host of recommendations for activities that will enhance your stay.

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MILTON SURF AND STABLES

Rustic South Coast charmer

Designed and styled by one of Australia’s most successful and celebrated designers Collette Dinnigan Large stable conversion with European detailing • Set over 25 expansive acres with sub-tropic rainforest and spring stream Large entertainment barn with pizza oven • Outdoor bar with fire-pit, total privacy Antique claw bath with forest views • Secure electric gates with coded entry 2.5 hour drive south of Sydney, 5 minutes from seaside towns of Milton and Mollymook LOCATION: Milton, NSW | ASPECT: Easterly | LAND: 10.11 ha

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uxurious country charm amid a sub-tropical setting defines ‘Milton Surf and Stables’, an all-encompassing rural retreat on the New South Wales south coast.

rainforest, many of Dinnigan’s signature adroit touches are in evidence via the hardwood timber flooring, heightened ceilings with exposed beams, galvanised iron cladding and abundance of white finishes.

Originally a set of horse stables built in the 1920s, the property has been lovingly and stylishly converted into a sublime four-bedroom, two-bathroom holiday sanctuary by its owners fashion and interiors designer Collette Dinnigan and her hotelier husband Bradley Cocks.

Generating an annual rental income of more than $82,000, this property has attracted significant amounts of exposure via various media publications and comes replete with an extensive social media following as well as opportunity for further development. Just a two and a half hour drive south of Sydney and a short five-minute drive from the picturesque seaside townships of Milton, Mollymook and Ulladulla, it is also near the home of some of the region’s top foodie attractions including Rick Stein’s at Bannisters and Cupitts Winery, Brewery & Kitchen.

Positioned on 25 acres of private manicured land, coded entry to the property is via a long tree-lined driveway that weaves its way past five fully-fenced and paled paddocks before coming to rest in front of the impressive master homestead.

Consisting of a charming main residence surrounded by a sunny north-facing veranda with covered outdoor bathroom, the retreat comes complete with a loft-style master bedroom suite, exquisite entertainment barn with pizza oven, an alfresco dining area with outdoor bar and fire-pit and several auxiliary buildings.

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Six star living in the Byron Bay hinterland

Stunning contemporary rural estate • Separate 2-bedroom worker's cottage • Stone-clad double sided fireplace Saltwater tiled pool with infinity edge • Media room with acoustic panelling • C-Bus lighting and Sonos entertainment systems Wood fire pizza oven • Climate controlled walk-in cellar • Only 8kms from Bangalow 30 minutes from Byron Bay and 80km from Gold Coast Airport LOCATION: Eureka, Byron Bay Hinterland, NSW | ASPECT: Easterly | LAND: 13.62 ha

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appliances. There are also large glass fronted fridges, a formal lounge, cinema room and a bar.

Designed by award-winning Squillace Architects and built by a renowned Sydney builder, this magnificent home is perfectly poised on 13 hectares of green pastures dotted with beautiful trees.

This beautiful residence boasts five spacious bedrooms including a magnificent master retreat as well as a separate two-bedroom self contained studio.

The 8 year old home features a combination of stunning flooring including marble for wet areas and recycled turpentine timber boards.

The amazing living area boasts a large double-sided open fireplace.

The extra high ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows take in the breathtaking views of the surrounding Byron Bay hinterland.

The use of natural finishes including stone and timber throughout add to the elegance and sophistication, while the surrounding landscaped gardens and stunning pool complete this truly exceptional hinterland home. There are also yards and fencing for cattle (currently carrying 20 breeders) and a small citrus orchard with 100 Tahitian lime trees.

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BEYOND BYRON

Escape to a tranquil lifestyle in the sky Impeccable architect-designed pavilion-style home • Stunning hinterland views Sophisticated natural interiors including grey ironbark flooring • White granite pathways and wrap around verandas Separate self-contained studio and outdoor shower • Alfresco dining area with gazebo amid lush tropical garden setting Spring fed dam • 15 minutes from Byron’s beautiful beaches LOCATION: Brooklet, Byron Bay Hinterland, NSW | ASPECT: North Westerly | LAND: 16.18 ha

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ive in to the rhythm of nature as Beyond Byron opens her doors and reveals this opulent rural retreat.

From its elevated position deep in the Byron hinterland, this is an impressive four-bedroom, three-bathroom pavilion-style home that follows authentic Feng Shui principles to ensure it makes the most of the stunning vistas across the valley.

Spread atop a sprawling 40-acre block and surrounded by manicured lawns that fall away to the edge of a dense forest, the property’s 225m2 master residence has been designed with rural sophistication, relaxation and versatility in mind.

Watch in wonder from your own viewing platform as mother nature shows off her might via raging electrical thunderstorms or sit in quiet contemplation as the brilliance of her sunshine adds a golden hue over the distant ridge beyond.

Constructed from ethically-sourced timbers and milled from light natural materials, the complex’s three pavilions are interwoven with intricate pathways and stone wall features, knitted together via wraparound timber decking.

Architect-built and owned, the home’s custom glazing and sliding glass walls not only ensure a passive cooling system but assist to blur the lines between the home’s ambiguous internal and

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external spaces.

The living area features striking grey ironbark flooring while the openplan chef’s kitchen has a multi-purpose stone island bench and an impressive array of modern appliances. A spacious dining area and a large wood-burning fireplace round out the living zone.

The master bedroom in the main pavilion boasts a walk-in robe, a second fireplace, an impressively large ensuite and, akin to every other room in the home, a breathtaking view too difficult to ignore.

For those who prefer to do their bathing outdoors but still like to maintain a degree of modesty, the property has a separate shower set on a large basalt rock, thoughtfully and tastefully hidden by a small screening of trees.

The second pavilion houses two guest bedrooms and includes a shared, cavernous ensuite with full-size bath and separate laundry while the third and final pavilion hosts a high calibre self-contained studio and stylish ensuite bathroom.

Solar panelling, energy efficient lighting and a generous inbuilt vegetable garden round out Beyond Byron’s impressive ecocredentials.

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DRESDEN GREEN

Superb hilltop sanctuary Prized North Shore location • Seamless indoor/outdoor living • Sunny north facing balcony • Great views Formal & informal living areas • Upstairs balcony with indoor bar • Fully-equipped kitchen • Stunning main bathroom A short stroll to cafés, restaurants and shops LOCATION: Balgowlah Heights, Sydney, NSW | ASPECT: North Westerly | LAND: 470 m2

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his tastefully designed modern family home is a hilltop sanctuary, where sophistication & style blend marvellously with the seamless indoor/outdoor spaces.

Dresden Green has four beautiful bedrooms, each containing its own private ensuite and deck. The open-plan kitchen is ideal for entertaining, with plenty of bench space for the avid chef, and bi-fold windows to allow the ocean breeze in.

There is an informal lounge area to unwind and relax in front of the gas fireplace, or a more formal sitting room to enjoy the serenity.

The main bathroom exudes opulence, the sleek, curved lines of the porcelain fixtures sit elegantly balanced,

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whilst the stunning tiling and dramatic chandelier create a true sense of luxury.

The fabulous upstairs balcony, complete with indoor bar, makes summer evening socialising a must at Dresden Green. Take in the view and let everything go.

This beautiful property boasts landscaped child-friendly gardens with sweeping district and ocean views. It’s idyllic setting is handy to buses, schools, shopping and beaches and is also only 30 minutes to the Sydney CBD. Text 'DRESDEN' to +61 428 293 775 for more information

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HIGHGATE

Beautifully maintained rural retreat with an abundance of uses Multi-use rural acreage suitable for stock and horses • Colonial-style homestead • Sydney Blue Gum flooring and butler’s pantry Established country gardens • Entertainer’s wraparound deck • Alfresco dining bay Breathtaking hinterland views and sunset vista • Five minutes from Federal, 10 minutes from Bangalow LOCATION: Eureka, Byron Bay Hinterland, NSW | ASPECT: Northerly | LAND: 13.55 ha

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be enjoyed all year around.

Situated in the Byron Bay Shire, it is just 10 minutes west of Bangalow and five minutes from the sleepy hamlet of Federal.

Comprising two acres of manicured gardens, a thriving vegetable patch, five fully-fenced paddocks, a large spring-fed dam with bore and water licence, and a 50,000 litre water tank, this property offers the perfect retreat for human, horse or hound.

ighgate is a superb rural property which blends traditional Australian architecture with a contemporary lifestyle.

Built in 2007, the north-facing house sits high on a hill and is designed to capture the stunning views and afternoon sea breezes.

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Outside the news is just as good.

Complete with additional storage in the form of a separate threecar bay shed, this versatile property is currently home to 15 head of cattle but could be easily converted for mixed-use farming.

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THE ENERGISING OF

TESLA Tesla began as a small company with a big heart. Now it’s a large entity with an even bigger plan, as Unique Luxury discovers.

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t’s hardly a secret that when it comes to revolutionary start-ups Elon Musk has the Midas touch.

The South African-born inventor first rose to prominence after founding a web software company called Zip2 that was later sold to Compaq, netting him a cool $22 million. He then went on to start a company called X.com, an online payment agency that was renamed PayPal and sold to auction site eBay for more than $1 billion.

In 2002, the father-of-five was a co-founder of SpaceX, a rocket technology company that just last month made history by successfully completing the first commercial rocket launch from the NASA launch pad that also sent astronauts to the moon.

But it’s the start-up that Musk became involved with in 2004 that may yet prove his boldest venture yet.

It was 14 years ago that Silicon Valley engineers Martin Eberhard and Marc Tarpenning founded Tesla Motors with the express aim of wanting to prove that electric cars were a much more viable option than petrol-powered vehicles. The pair, which incorporated the company in 2003, hoped that with instant torque, uncompromised power and zero emissions, the Tesla Motors product would prove the way of the future. In 2004 when the company needed more financing, Musk lead the first round of investment. It was around this time he took a more active role within the company, joining Tesla's board of directors as its chairman. In 2008 he assumed leadership of the company as CEO and brand architect, a position he still maintains.

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Today Tesla Motors, which goes by the simple moniker of Tesla, has more than 186,000 of its electric cars on roads and over 800 supercharger stations worldwide. No longer just a vehicle manufacturer, it is now considered an authority in the solar energy field through its manufacturing of energy storage and solar panel solutions. It has also pioneered the open source movement, stating it will not initiate patent lawsuits against anyone who, in good faith, wants to use its intellectual property. Having publically listed in 2010, as of June last year the company was valued at more than $36.7 billion USD. But from small seeds, big things grow.

Tesla’s engineers first designed a powertrain for a sports car built around an AC induction motor first patented by Nikola Tesla, the inventor who inspired the company’s name.

However in 2006, when the company’s inaugural vehicle – a highperformance electric sports car they called the Roadster - was still in the testing stage, the media-savvy Musk issued a widely-read blog post in which he aimed to spell out the future direction of the company.

Titled ‘The Secret Tesla Motors Master Plan (just between you and me)’, Musk made it clear that Tesla Motors’ real mission was to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy.

The blog post noted that there were only two American car companies in the country’s history that had never had to file for bankruptcy. The first was the brand started by Henry Ford and the second was Tesla.

“Starting a car company is idiotic and an electric car company is idiocy squared,” Musk noted.” Yet still he ploughed forward.

Feeling the pinch of the global economic crisis, later that year Tesla pushed back its launch of its second vehicle, the Model S.

Musk wrote that the first step in this process was to build a wide range of electric vehicles including affordably priced family cars.

This would be achieved through sales of the Roadster. Capable of accelerating from 0 to almost 100kph in 3.7 seconds and achieving a range of nearly 400 kilometres per charge of its lithium ion battery, the Roadster set new standards for electric mobility.

Musk stated that sales of the car, which at the time of launch had a base price of around $100,000, would then fund the development of a medium volume car at a medium price.

The company’s first electric sedan, Musk revealed that the Model S would have a range of more than 515 kilometres per charge and would be able to move from 0 to 96.5kph in 4.5 seconds. By May 2009, several years before the product officially launched, there were more than 1,000 reservations for the car. Come 2011, this had more than trebled. The car was eventually launched to the public in June 2012, but by that time Musk had revealed details of the Tesla Model X prototype, a crossover SUV with highly specialised features including falcon wing doors and a bioweapon defense mode air-filtration system. Model X deliveries began in Australia earlier this year.

In February 2008, Musk took delivery of the first Roadster vehicle and marked the occasion by driving it and four other prototype cars packed with engineers down the streets of California’s Palo Alto and University Ave.

In October 2015 the company began rolling out a software update that activated the autopilot function in its cars that were equipped with the associated hardware and, never ones to stand still, just five months later revealed plans for its fourth generation vehicle Model 3.

Accelerating from 0 to 96.5kph in 3.7 seconds and achieving a range of nearly 400 kilometres per charge of its lithium ion battery, the Roadster set new standards for electric mobility.

Due to hit roads later this year, the Model 3 will be the first massproduction battery electric vehicle to enter the mainstream market and is the Californian-based car maker’s cheapest model yet.

"THE ISSUE WITH EXISTING BATTERIES IS THAT THEY SUCK," MUSK TOLD REPORTERS AT THE TIME. "THEY’RE EXPENSIVE. THEY’RE UNRELIABLE. THEY’RE STINKY. UGLY. BAD IN EVERY WAY." Tesla Powerwall indoors

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The car has attracted almost unprecedented interest with the company claiming “hundreds of thousands” of pre-orders had been taken. Just last month Tesla announced it was on track to start limited vehicle production in July and to steadily ramp production to more than 10,000 vehicles per week in 2018. But because the first year of production was "sold out", many of those who pre-ordered may not receive their car until late 2018.

At a local level, Tesla recently announced plans to make its first foray into a department store, by striking a deal with Myer to launch a mini showroom on the sixth floor of the group’s Melbourne CBD store.

But electric cars were not and are not the company’s sole focus.

Back in 2009, just prior to Tesla’s debut on the stock market, German car manufacturer Daimler took a 10% stake in the company after the pair worked together on an electric smart car and agreed to combine resources to work together on developing battery and electric drive systems. By 2014 Tesla was ready to expand those plans and purchased a huge block of land in Nevada on which to build a giant battery manufacturing facility, it would be named Gigafactory.

"The issue with existing batteries is that they suck," Musk told reporters at the time. "They’re expensive. They’re unreliable. They’re stinky. Ugly. Bad in every way."

The company anticipated the giant factory would help it dramatically cut the cost of its batteries by “using economies of scale, innovative manufacturing, reduction of waste, and the simple optimisation of locating most manufacturing processes under one roof".

In 2015, Tesla made a push into energy when it released its new environmentally friendly product line that was designed for use with solar panels instead of traditional electricity sources therefore eliminating greenhouse gases. Described as the “missing piece”

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in the Tesla business model, the batteries came in the form of ‘The Powerwall’ a giant rechargeable battery for use in the home and ‘The Powerpack’, which was its commercial equivalent. Costing $3,000 USD and $25,000 USD respectively at the time the prices were roughly half that of their competitors.

In January, Tesla and electronic goods manufacturer Panasonic teamed together to begin mass production of lithium-ion battery cells, which will be used in Tesla’s second-generation Powerwall and Powerpack products and Model 3.

Model 3 cell production begins this month and by 2018 the Gigafactory will produce 35 GWh/year of lithium-ion battery cells, nearly as much as the rest of the entire world’s battery production combined.

In June last year Tesla acquired Solarcity - the largest solar energy services provider in the US which was founded by Musk’s cousin and whose primary purpose is to design, manufacture, sell, install, maintain and monitor solar energy systems and panels for residential, commercial and government application.

Having clearly delivered on many of the company’s stated goals, last July, a decade after the release of the original, Musk released the Tesla Masterplan - Part Deux.

In it he stated the company had four main goals the crux of which were: to develop “stunning” solar roofs that seamlessly integrate with Tesla’s battery storage; to roll out more affordable vehicles; to advance its self-driving technology; and to roll out a car sharing program that enables Tesla owners to earn an income by renting out their autonomous car.

In addition to consumer vehicles, Musk notes there are two other types of electric vehicle needed: heavy-duty trucks and high passenger-density urban transport.

He says both are already in the early stages of development at Tesla and should be ready for unveiling later this year.

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MORNINGTON MEWS

Water's edge wonder

Executive-style waterfront estate • Uninterrupted views to Port Philip Bay and beyond Elegant outdoor entertainment area • Tropical courtyard with outdoor spa • 2,500 bottle thermally-controlled wine cellar State-of-the-art CCTV security system • 3-storey internal lift One hour from Melbourne CBD and Melbourne International Airport LOCATION: Mornington, QLD | ASPECT: North westerly | LAND: 590 m2

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ornington Mews is a home whose impressive features go above and beyond what is typically expected in a contemporary waterfront estate.

Built seven years ago on a generous 590m2 parcel of land, this immaculate four-bedroom, four-bathroom residence commands one of the most prestigious addresses in the area owing to its striking 180-degree water views and the relaxed beach lifestyle it affords.

Head downstairs past the home’s generous rumpus room and you will discover a theatre/multi-media room that comes complete with inbuilt speakers and an enticing view over the elegant outdoor entertaining area and spa.

Both this beautifully constructed brick home and its well-appointed 2,500 bottle cellar are thermally-controlled courtesy of a modern gasducted central heating and air-conditioning system.

Offering a choice of four internal living zones, the three-level home has been filled with timeless conveniences, each more impressive than the last.

Venture outside to discover the home’s exceptional outdoor entertaining space where you’ll find a capacious alfresco dining area and plumbed BBQ, in addition to a tropical courtyard landscape.

An elevator has been purposefully yet thoughtfully integrated to ensure easy access between the home’s luxurious living, sleeping and dining quarters.

Located just 25m from Fisherman’s Beach and a short stroll from the seaside town’s popular retail and café strip, Mornington Mews is not a home you can afford to overlook.

The oversized bedrooms with ensuites and powder rooms feature flawless vistas across to Port Phillip Bay, while the impeccable galleystyle kitchen boasts granite bench tops and plumbed appliances.

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PINDIMAR HOUSE

A wildlife wonder overlooking the bay

Divine country vista with bushland and distinct ocean views • Single-storey rural retreat • Automated irrigation system Solar-heated in-ground swimming pool • 3 phase power • Low-maintenance commercial hardwood plantation Close to schools and public amenities • 80km to Newcastle, 40 minutes to the airport LOCATION: Pindimar, NSW | ASPECT: Easterly | LAND: 40 ha

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indimar House is a glorious coastal property, comprising a master residence and guesthouse on 40 hectares of pristine grounds surrounded by native bushland.

expansive, established grounds of the property that includes large machinery sheds for the serious tinkerer, boating enthusiast, and all manner of bikes, canoes and adventure gear.

Complete with a solar-heated in-ground swimming pool, this beautifully maintained brick veneer four-bedroom, two-bathroom master abode is an entertainer’s dream with large open-plan indoor and outdoor living spaces. It commands spectacular, uninterrupted views of the ocean with lovingly kept lawns and gardens, hardwood groves and natural bush radiating from every vantage point.

The hardwood plantation is a key commercial feature comprising of 3,000 flooded gums ready for harvest in 2026, for an all-but guaranteed additional source of income.

The entrance foyer spills into a spacious living area adjoined by additional lounge and entertainment area which flow seamlessly onto an opulent veranda, porch and outdoor living spaces.

The spectacularly appointed master bedroom comes complete with ensuite bathroom, while all four bedrooms have built-in robes.

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The plantation has an already established natural canopy hence requiring little to no maintenance besides mowing around its borders.

An automated irrigation system keeps the grounds lush and green, sourcing water from the large rainwater tanks and dams on the property.

This is a rare opportunity for the water lover with boating, fishing and swimming all less than 1km from the property. A veritable wildlife sanctuary and yet only 15 minutes to Tea Gardens, Hawks Nest, the Myall River, Mungo Brush National Park and 40kms of surf beach.

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MONT ROUGE

Hinterland hideaway

Stunning views over surrounding hinterland • Beautifully finished and well appointed Eight usable acres with permanent creek • Separate guest suite • Abundance of birdlife 15m lap pool • Extensively landscaped home paddock Only 20 minutes from Bangalow and Lismore • 30 minutes to Byron Bay LOCATION: Rosebank, NSW | ASPECT: North Westerly | LAND: 3.1 ha | PRICE: $1.25 million

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in this wing is a dressing area fitted with bespoke design joinery units and, from its elevated position, the master suite enjoys some of the best views in the house.

Enjoying multiple living areas, the house benefits from soaring cathedral ceilings and is designed and finished to an outstanding level. With many outdoor areas, including 56m2 of covered verandas and open decks, there is every opportunity to appreciate the views and native birdlife, which is encouraged by the extensively landscaped gardens.

Complete with a wine cellar, as well as a study, NBN and foxtel are available, permanent creek with billabong, citrus, passion fruit and avocado trees, this home has a place for everything you could ever need including a separate, fully self-contained studio with independent access for guests.

The well-appointed kitchen has a built-in filtration system, selfcleaning electric oven and walk-in pantry, and overlooks the manicured gardens and a sparkling 15m lap pool.

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Offering passive solar design and double insulation, the home enjoys ambient temperatures through its clever use of cross ventilation and concrete floor and walls in which “heat sinks” to moderate temperatures.

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RAINFOREST ESTATE

Tranquility in the tropics Majestic mountain vistas • Extensive indoor and outdoor entertaining areas Solar heated swimming pool, cabana & gymnasium • Gourmet kitchen with wet bar & 2,000 bottle wine cellar Separate self-contained two-level guest pavilion • Cedar outdoor spa and shower • Hangar-style garaging Helicopter pad • 15 minutes from Port Douglas and just 60 minutes from Cairns International Airport LOCATION: Finlayvale, QLD | ASPECT: South Easterly | LAND: 3.77 ha | PRICE: $3.25 million

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ush woodlands, manicured gardens and lavish tropical architecture combine to form Rainforest Estate, an opulent oasis located near Port Douglas, where the rainforest meets the reef in Queensland’s north.

The dwelling’s large timber deck leads onto an elevated boardwalk that meanders through the gardens and comes to a stop outside the self-contained two-level guest pavilion, outdoor hot tub, shower, gym, office and garage.

Bordered by the Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforest and Atherton Tablelands, this secluded resort-style four-bedroom, six-bathroom residence is set on nine pristine acres – every inch a picture-perfect interpretation of tranquil urban sophistication.

Built to the same exacting standards, the guest wing includes a second kitchen, lounge, large bedroom with additional sleeping space, two ensuites and a large outdoor veranda from which to drink in the incredible mountain views. Trek further along this impressive space and you will find a large shed that includes a fully-equipped home office and gym, additional storage facilities and hangar-style garaging for up to 10 cars or for boat, caravan or jet ski storage.

Occupying an impressive 450m2 of internal, plus 350m2 of external living space, entry to the master residence is via a cavernous lobby and light-filled atrium area, the highlight of which is a spectacular two-level indoor waterfall that cascades into the large reflection pond below.

An open-plan living, dining and gourmet kitchen area comes complete with wet bar, island bench, 2,000-bottle wine cellar and additional internal and external amenities for food and beverage storage and preparation, including an outdoor BBQ cabana that resides beside the estate’s 14m x 12m solar-heated lagoon-style swimming pool.

Ideal as a lifestyle retreat, with easy access to Port Douglas, the beautiful Daintree and stunning Great Barrier Reef, Rainforest Estate’s impressive amenities mean it is ripe for use as a venue of choice for the lucrative wedding or luxury accommodation markets.

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BEAUFORT

Resort living on the edge of the golf course Architect-designed contemporary residence • Positioned on golf course edge with fairway views Light-filled interior with glass roofed cylinder • Miele appliances with gas cooktop Polished concrete flooring and matt cork tiling • Underfloor heating and air-conditioned throughout Just 15km to Geelong and 100km to Melbourne • 1.5 hours to Melbourne Airport LOCATION: Barwon Heads, VIC | ASPECT: Easterly | LAND: 884 m2 | PRICE: $1.75 million

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et on the edge of the Thirteen Beach Golf Links Course in the popular coastal township of Connewarre in regional Victoria lies Beaufort, an award-winning residence that fully embraces the serenity of its surrounds.

Designed by specialist architect Michael Morris and built by master builder Mark Kluwer, this contemporary four-bedroom home occupies nearly 300m2 of open and airy internal living space all of which has been cleverly crafted to meld into the landscape via the extensive use of natural materials.

Boasting spotted gum cladding with modules of folded zincalume steel and painted cement sheet, entry to the home is via a central axis with views to the first fairway and beyond. Nearby, the heart of the home is divided by a central vertical plane and complemented by polished concrete floors and matt cork tiling used through the 60

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unique living, kitchen and dining spaces.

Reflecting a casual holiday lifestyle with a neutral colour palette to match, Beaufort has all the luxurious high-end fixtures and fittings you would expect to find in a home of this nature including underfloor heating, reverse cycle air-conditioning, gas-boosted solar hot water system and a lustrous lighting plan.

An impressive glass roofed cylinder captures the morning light and folds around a circular table to provide an intimate breakfast space while small private internal courtyards provide an assortment of options when it comes to alfresco evening dining or a casual cocktail in the late afternoon sun.

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YADUA ISLAND

A piece of paradise Unlimited development potential • Excellent surf breaks close by • Premier snorkelling & diving Surrounded by world class resorts • 45 minutes (by boat) from Nadi • 15 minutes (by helicopter) from Nadi LOCATION: Mamanuca Island group, Fiji | LAND: 10.97 ha | EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

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adua Island, a jewel in the exclusive Mamanuca Group of isles, is centrally located. The island lies just a short 15 minute flight via helicopter, or 45 minutes by boat, from Fiji’s largest city and international gateway, Nadi. Yadua Island is positioned 36.5 kilometres west of Nadi, a premier island resort locality and one of Fiji’s most popular tourist destinations.

With world class resorts such as Vomo Island, Plantation Island and Castaway Island positioned within the group, Yadua is just a 25 minute boat ride from a wide variety of restaurants and attractions on the surrounding isles. The group has a long association with Hollywood, with three versions of the popular movie The Blue Lagoon being filmed on nearby Nanuya Levu while Tom Hank’s Cast-Away was filmed on location at nearby Monu Riki Island.

Snorkelling and scuba diving is a favourite pastime for visitors to Fiji and some of the world’s most premier diving and surfing sites can also be found within minutes of Yadua Island, with the island itself being home to two superb and untouched reefs, Lotomansi reef and Utanivono reef.

Yadua is an island paradise for those who seek an exclusive and private sense of place. A resort atmosphere without the resort, which promotes the traditional Fijian hospitality of warmth, friendliness and relaxation uniquely blended within its natural bushlike setting.

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COTTONWOOD

Stunning North Queensland beachfront property

Amazing beach and sea views • Acreage with absolute privacy Established tropical landscaping • Perfect pool & full-sized tennis court • Boatshed with unique Sealegs boat 10 minutes drive to Port Douglas • 50 minutes to Cairns International airport LOCATION: Oak Beach, QLD | ASPECT: Northerly | LAND: 1.92 ha | PRICE: $6.5 million

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his stunning, north facing property is located within a secluded cove offering breathtaking views and total privacy. Set on 4.75 acres of absolute beachfront, Cottonwood is a truly unique home.

Established tropical landscaped gardens and gently rolling manicured lawns separate the main residence from the two bedroom, two bathroom guest house. The main house boasts two bedrooms, the master with a private veranda and elevated beach views. Extensive timber decking surrounds the house and pool area, perfect for relaxed entertaining. There is also a full-sized floodlit tennis court.

Cottonwood is just a 10 minute drive from the seaside village of Port Douglas and only a short stroll along the beach to a nearby resort offering spa facilities and a fantastic restaurant. The property also has a boatshed with a unique Sealegs boat ready to be driven down the grass into the water and out to explore the nearby reefs and islands.

With the region’s two primary natural attractions – the Great Barrier Reef and the ancient Daintree Rainforest – both World Heritage listed areas, this is one of the most accessible paradises on earth.

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Baronial nature retreat Stunning lake feature • Mountain views and lush bushland • Abundance of wildlife • Rustic charm Slice of natural rural paradise • 3-bedroom mudbrick home & guest cottage • Eco-tourism tree change LOCATION: Dunkeld, VIC | ASPECT: Northerly | LAND: 114 ha | PRICE: Offers over $1.5 million

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irranawarra is a truly unique nature retreat nestled in the beautiful surrounds of The Grampians. The name, meaning Pleasant Place, offers 282 acres of stunning mountain views, meandering walking tracks and a spring-fed lake all on your doorstep. The main mudbrick home, built in 1982, offers baronial proportions with three-bedrooms, soaring cathedral ceilings and multiple living zones with a hand-built sandstone double fireplace (18 ft high) as the star attraction. Delightful leadlight windows and natural timber beams sourced from the surrounding area ensure this house is built to command noble presence. An underground cellar leads off the vast living room, hand-built with Bluestone and patterned bricks storing over 500 bottles. The master bedroom features double aspect windows to take full advance of the superb lakeside surroundings and elevated mountain views. Two further bedrooms with built-in bunks and a mezzanine level offers the option of a third bedroom or study with built-in cupboards.

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A separate guest cottage oozes rustic charm and light-filled spaces, complete with modern comforts. Featuring two bedrooms, modern bathroom and separate living and dining areas with a central cosy wood fireplace. Power is a workable combination of solar, gas and generator, which operates all appliances. Self-sufficient water with spring-fed 15,000 gallons of water storage and generator tool shed located close to the lake.

Conducive to all seasons, Mirranawarra is set in a valley beside a picturesque lake stocked with fish. There are many private walking tracks that showcase pristine vegetation backing onto the Grampians National Park. For your slice of natural paradise or to own your own nature reserve this stunning rural property offers privacy, tranquility and the chance to get away from it all.

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ZION

Luxurious hilltop estate Stunning views to Mt Sampson • 200m2 separate cottage • 3 fully-fenced paddocks - cattle optional 2 grand living spaces with soaring 8m ceilings • Rental income opportunity from the cottage • 6 star energy rated building 10 minutes to Samford • 35 minutes to Brisbane CBD LOCATION: Clear Mountain, QLD | ASPECT: North Westerly | LAND: 12.8 ha | EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

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enture through the automatic gates to this magnificent, secluded estate and you will be overwhelmed by the extraordinary amenities this hilltop property affords its owners and guests. Three buildings, totalling more than 1,050 square metres, are thoughtfully positioned amongst 32 acres of secluded, fully-fenced hilltop estate, with spectacular views across the valley below and beyond to Mt Samson.

The Main House: Zion has been lovingly constructed to maximise its desirable elevated position. Beautiful landscaped gardens envelope the home and direct your eyes toward its superb north westerly aspect.

Upon entry into the main foyer, an abundance of natural light welcomes you and sweeps through the open-plan living spaces and bedrooms throughout the day. With top quality Vantage window frames and sashless 2.4m windows, Zion benefits from a beautiful and refreshing cross breeze design.

With approximately 770 m2 of superior living space, this contemporary home, boasting five spacious bedrooms, a master suite including a private ensuite and walk-in robe, and a separate 80 m2 three-car garage, will certainly impress.

The two central living areas are epic in scale with soaring 8 metre cathedral ceilings. The open-plan layout and distinctive design offers privacy to unwind and relax, whether beside one of the brick fireplaces, 64

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out in the undercover alfresco or in the upstairs loft. Ideal for families or those who enjoy entertaining - the modern kitchen, with its sleek lines, minimalist design and induction cooktop, makes cooking and entertaining a real pleasure.

The Cottage: Perfectly positioned for privacy, yet close enough to the main residence, is this stylish guest cottage. With three generous sized bedrooms and two modern bathrooms, it’s ideal for guests or extended family. This cottage is currently leased at $1,838 per month. A terrific investment opportunity or keep it as a retreat for visitors.

Whilst ensuring absolute serenity and privacy this unique estate is conveniently located just 10 minutes from the idyllic village community of Samford, where there are a selection of specialty shops, schools and street cafés and Sunshine Coast beaches are less than one hour away.

There is also public transport within driving distance, with direct links to many of Brisbane's private and public schools. With a drive time of only 35 minutes to Brisbane CBD, Zion is perfectly positioned to commute to city work or enjoy an evening in the CBD and still be able to drive home to the countryside.

Text 'ZION' to +61 428 295 774 for more information

BENTLEY & ASTON MARTIN NSC Relentless Pursuit of Body Repair Excellence

Factory Accredited Collision Repairer in Greater Sydney Text 'COLLISION' to +61 428 475 311 for more information

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British punk, stripes and royal purple reign supreme as European fashion houses present their new season offerings.

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LOUIS VUITTON

www.au.louisvuitton.com Stockists: 1300 883 880

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ouis Vuitton’s nomadic director Kim Jones is on the move again. His spring/ summer collection is as gripped with wanderlust as the man himself.

Jones’ hometown in Africa is again the source of so much of the collection's inspiration, with luxurious exotic skins of crocodile and ostrich intent on travel.

Masai-inspired checks turn up the heat and are a nod to Jones’ punk-plaid youth.

The collection's travel accessories stampede through monogrammed expectation.

The brand has collaborated with renowned British artists Jake & Dinos Chapman to create safari animal artworks such as a lion, giraffe, zebra and rhinoceros.

Monogram Savane Backpack (Monogram Canvas) - $4,250

These are beasts with fierce personalities and appear on handbags, luggage, small leather goods, accessories, shoes and scarves.

Monogram Lock Necklace (Palladium) - $1,410

Footwear ranged from roped sandals to platform brogues.

Picking up threads from Louis Vuitton’s women’s collection, Jones also turned LV’s trunks into everyday bags. The show offered up several takes on men’s jewellery, including dog chains and silver key earrings.

The chunky punky jewellery combines well with shaggy mohair jumpers.

Savanna Shoes (Leather) - $1,510

Tank tops, plaids and safari animal silk shirts clash in true punk style. There is even a menacing punk glint in the eyes of the rhino and giraffes.

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givenchy

www.givenchy.com Stockists: 02 8197 0420

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Mixing precise tailoring with strong street signature references, Tisci presents a collection seeking serenity, eternal stability with pyramid symbolism and military rigour by way of a money print camouflage. That print, morphing camo with cash, is used effectively throughout the collection.

There is a sense of enlightened buoyancy in his ultra-light sports pieces. It’s as if there could be parachutes hidden in the double-breasted coat pockets, part-printed with the Givenchy dollar bill watermark.

Same goes for the lightweight nylon jacket with oversized zips at the waist.

Cross body bag with transparent window in black nylon - $1,750

The Givenchy man appears to have found an alternative spiritual path to his usual edgy, if not foreboding, trajectory.

Obsedia hook keyring - $800

iccardo Tisci’s muse in his corresponding womenswear collection may have been the natural world, but for men, he returns to the street for enlightenment.

The black sweater with the triangular patch on the front, zipped at the back, couples masculine chic with a mysterious new-age wisdom.

The pant legs get wider in his womenswear range, but they are super-sized for men. Oversized trousers with two large pockets at the front are true Givenchy utilitarian chic.

His trainers, which have a turtle shell print on the front, as well as the three pocket bag - in black or cash-camo - are stand-out accessories.

If there is any proof to Tisci’s claim to spiritual enlightenment, it’s his printed nylon organza shirt worn over a tank top with embroidered sequins. Clearly, the street is his church and Givenchy fans will worship at it.

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Trainer shoe in black/grey and white leather with turtle shell print - $1,800

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PAUL SMITH

www.paulsmith.co.uk Stockists: 02 9331 8222

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aul Smith goes multicoloured and multicultural with an offering to bring us out of the doldrums.

A nod to his eye-opening formative time in the Caribbean-influenced London of the ‘60s, there is so much warmth and hospitality to the collection.

1960s tailoring references are modernised with lightweight construction and highly breathable Italian wool fabrics.

Popped rainbow striped colours erupt comically from snazzy ‘60s cut suits.

The Caribbean tartan, particularly in red, green and yellow, is the take-home signature fabric of the collection.

Navy cap - $71

Tartan jackets worn with cricket whites seem to have come directly from Smith’s ‘60s subconscious. The cable cricket vests when teamed with rasta stripes are ridiculously fun. Embroidered jeans and t-shirts printed with floral garlands and the word Peace were bohemian.

Car cufflinks - $187

The sportswear shapes would not be seen out of place, however, in multicultural London in 2017.

Black No.9 folio - $1,372

Smith said the collection conveyed the joy and optimism of the multicultural nightclubs he frequented in the ‘60s.

“They were always full of an eclectic mix of people. Self-expression was the thing.”

White embroidered basso trainer - $751

A Bob Marley medley was the theme song to the show, but even with no audio, you’d have to leave whistling One Love.

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PRADA

www.prada.com Stockists: 02 9223 1688

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nyone desiccated by a heatwave, or making tentative travel plans during a wet season will be very familiar with swirling meteorological satellite views. It is this contemporary digital print which is employed most effectively in Prada’s spring/summer parkas and wind-breakers.

Ms Prada’s collection aims for empathy using global travel as a unifying theme.

We are all at the beck and call of the elements. We all care what the Bureau of Meteorology’s satellite image says. We all need big bags for travelling long distances.

Sneakers - $830 Sandals - $710

Nylon backpacks dominate. Geometric colours and meteorological prints are both contemporary and utilitarian.

Drawstring hats and the sock-and-sandal combination promote the aesthetic of the fun-seeking globetrotter.

A floral printed blouson worn with drawstring trousers or athletic leggings may seem like the lean pickings of a traveller bereft of choice.

However, somehow Prada makes it work on the catwalk.

Pointy men's dress shoes and drinking flasks hang from nylon backpacks. When worn with a single breasted grey suit, the Prada man is clearly on a mission.

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LAKE HOUSE

The only thing missing is Mr.Darcy...

One of Australia’s significant Georgian historic homes c1830 • A rare opportunity to own sought after colonial property Meticulously renovated and restored • Extensive network of outbuildings including ancillary houses 1,211 acres of highly productive cropping and fattening land • High water right entitlement from the Lake River – 3,000 megalitre Home and buildings adaptable for commercial venture • Beautiful garden setting overlooking the Macquarie River Close to Launceston, Longford LOCATION: Cressy, TAS | ASPECT: Westerly | LAND: 490.42 ha | PRICE: Contact Agent

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From the moment you enter the property you are assailed by an expansive vista of Hawthorn hedges, views to the majestic Western Tiers and the meandering Macquarie and Lake Rivers.

Lake House is reached by a sweeping drive through mature oak plantings and up a rise creating a wonderful sense of arrival.

Built in 1830, the house is regarded as one of the finest colonial examples of neo-classical Greek Revival style in Australia.

The stately three-storey 1,000 m2 residence has been meticulously renovated and restored creating stunning and timeless interiors.

The impressive entrance leads to a number of beautifully appointed reception rooms of Georgian proportions: library, study, drawing room, dining room, formal and informal sitting rooms and grand living wing. The conservatory, with its handsome French windows, is bathed in light and captures the views of the Macquarie River 74

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and rural landscape beyond. There are eight beautifully appointed bedrooms, all with ensuites.

The 1,211 acres of agricultural land at Lake House are regarded as one of the finest in the state. With fertile soils and security of water - including high rainfall and a 2,500 megalitre water right from the Lake River - ensure the farm is highly sought after for growing crops, cattle or sheep fattening, or as a prime dairy farm. Lake House boasts two renovated farm houses, barns, good fencing, irrigation, huge work sheds, landing strip and kilometres of laneways which complete the farming operation at Lake House.

Lake House is 35 km to Launceston, 10 km to Longford, 110 km to Hobart. Melbourne is a 50 minute flight and Sydney 1 hr 50 minutes.

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LE POINT DU JOUR - DAYBREAK

Quintessential French country living

Superlative lifestyle/investment opportunity • Renowned Aquitaine/Bordeaux prefecture Idyllic Boston Ivy-drenched main dwelling • Stunning medieval barn conversion Two stylish self-contained apartments • Secluded terraces/outdoor dining • Extensive private gardens including orchard LOCATION: Montauriol, Lot-Et-Garonne, France | ASPECT: Easterly | LAND: 4,570m2 | PRICE: €525,000

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erfectly located within the picturesque, as well as historically significant, Aquitaine region of South Western France, this charming estate boasts an exquisitely renovated main residence as well as separate medieval barn conversion housing two further completely self-contained apartments, providing the astute buyer the perfect French lifestyle change as well as profitable income stream if desired. Stone walls, marble fireplaces, over an acre of manicured gardens complete with orchard and picture perfect terracing with outdoor dining and even your own well, this property leaves nothing to be desired.

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castles and villages, this beautiful area of France is truly paradise.

Everything necessary for fabulous French living is at hand with patisseries, boulangeries, wineries, restaurants and pavement bars right at your doorstep. Every practicality is catered for – airports, medical, dental, hair and beauty all close by. English as well as French-speaking residents within the local village make for an easy transition to this delightful region.

Attractive purchasing conditions for nationals as well as expatriates make this property one not to be overlooked.

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LAEM SOR VILLA ONE

Private Thai sanctuary Approximately 4,000 m waterfront freehold land & villa with direct access to the beach Stunning views of Koh Taen and Koh Madsum • 5 ensuited, air-conditioned bedrooms Self-contained apartment & independent staff quarters • 14m swimming pool with ocean views 28km from Samui International airport • Short stroll to restaurants and shops of Thong Krut • Offered fully furnished 2

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his stunning waterfront villa, located on the southerly tip of Koh Samui Island, is a genuine piece of paradise.

With breathtaking, uninterrupted views of the Gulf of Thailand, southerly aspect and its own beach access, it offers the perfect setting for a family holiday or a resort-style home-away-from-home.

The 1,500 square metre (approx) main villa is split over three levels and has five air conditioned, ensuited bedrooms, a library and a lobby. There are also two kitchens (one with butler’s pantry and the other with BBQ).

The main living areas, featuring white plantation shutters, flow out onto the beautifully manicured gardens and a 14 metre pool with spectacular ocean views.

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apartment and staff quarters, both with own kitchen and living space.

There is also a triple car garage, guest parking and extensive storage space throughout the property.

The house runs on a fresh water catchment/filtration system and has a reliable deep well and a diesel backup generator. It is also equipped with fibre optic Wi-Fi. Situated just 28 kilometres from Koh Samui International Airport, and a short stroll from the shops and restaurants of Thong Krut, this luxury property has all the conveniences you could need while still remaining extremely private.

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LAEM SOR VILLA TWO

Breathtaking uninterrupted views Approximately 2,300 m freehold house & land • Southerly aspect and 96 metre water frontage 5 air-conditioned ensuited bedroom • Separate staff quarters • 20m swimming pool with stunning views 28km from Samui International airport • Short stroll to restaurants and shops of Thong Krut • Offered fully-furnished 2

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ith breathtaking, uninterrupted views of the Gulf of Thailand and a sought after southerly aspect, this waterfront villa, located on the southerly tip of Koh Samui Island, is simply stunning.

Sitting on an almost 2,300 square metre lot, this 1,000 square metre house is set over three levels and offers five air-conditioned, ensuited bedrooms (the master with a luxurious bath), a kitchen with separate butler’s pantry and expansive open-plan living areas that connect seamlessly with the alfresco terrace.

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features and 180 degree views. There are also separate staff quarters incorporating a sixth air conditioned, ensuited bedroom. Other features include a sauna, separate laundry and powder room, a double garage with both stair and lift access and generous storage.

Laem Sor Villa comes fully furnished and is only 28 kilometres from Koh Samui International Airport and a short stroll from the shops and restaurants of Thong Krut.

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THE RIVER HOUSE

One of a kind designer retreat 106 acre Byron hinterland estate • Privacy & exclusivity ensured • Picturesque riverside setting Rich sub-tropical forested areas • River, creeks & inviting swimming hole • Extensive outdoor entertaining decks Spacious home with timber cathedral ceilings • Open-plan living & entertainer’s kitchen Spa with hydrotherapy tub & steam room • DA approval for 6 rural tourism cottages LOCATION: Coorabell, NSW | ASPECT: Northerly | LAND: 43.16 ha | PRICE: $3.7 million

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n exclusive and rare property, the River House is the private residence of renowned designer Giovanni D’Ercole of brand ‘Love and Hatred’.

Giovanni’s vision for the River House has been to create a home which pays homage to nature as a spiritual experience, a place to be inspired and recharged, a true designer retreat.

Tucked away into the Coolamon Scenic ridge, with a gated entrance and a 1.5km sealed driveway that takes you down into the valley, the River House is both private and secluded. Entering through the landscaped water garden and through the antique Indian doors, cathedral ceilings give a wonderful feeling of space to the open-plan kitchen and dining area and across the large outdoor entertaining decks one is instantly captivated by the magic of the forest and the large billabong beside the home.

The timber home incorporates five bedrooms, five bathrooms and huge glass windows with bi-fold doors throughout to allow light and nature to flow into every room. The kitchen has a semi-commercial stainless steel double sink and splash back and the large custom-built parquetry island bench provides ample preparation space. The magnificent master bedroom has floor-to-ceiling windows that take in the forest and the water below and includes a large ensuite with indoor and outdoor showers.

The spa therapy room has been designed to cocoon and pamper you completely – with a hydrotherapy tub, chic black-tiled steam room and ample space for a massage table.

Surrounded by old stands of native rainforest and dotted with small creeks that all feed into the river and lagoon-like billabong in front of the house the property has a ‘Garden of Eden’ like feel and is truly spectacular.

With DA approval for 6 rural tourism cottages at the top of the property, some 1.5 km from the main house, the property is also ideal for business development.

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VILLA HEMINGWAY

Iconic resort-styled villa

Breathtaking views over the Coral Sea to the Great Barrier Reef • Resort-style living and entertaining areas Separate 2-bedroom self-contained apartment • Walking distance to beach and village centre Six expansive covered balconies • Fantastic pool and tennis court • Cocktail Bar and Barbeque Gazebo LOCATION: Port Douglas, QLD | ASPECT: Northerly | LAND: 1,216 m2 | Price: $10.8 million

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illa Hemingway is perfectly situated on Flagstaff Hill, overlooking the turquoise Coral Sea and the northern tip of Port Douglas Peninsula.

This award-winning, three-level luxury home incorporates the highest quality fixtures and fittings and exemplifies elegant resort-style living.

All floors feature breathtaking sea and mountain views showing vistas of the historic Sugar Wharf, nearby marina with plenty of yacht traffic as well as an array of beautiful coastal islands.

The main home includes two spacious master suites with generous private terraces and two bedrooms with separate patios on the pool level. There is also a separate self-contained two-bedroom apartment adjacent to the outdoor entertaining areas. The main living area

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features an elegant open-plan layout incorporating kitchen and lounge with indoor/outdoor dining. The impressive grounds incorporate lush tropical gardens, a floodlit tennis court and luxurious pool.

Villa Hemingway is an ideal holiday home with excellent letting potential located within easy reach of everything magical that Port Douglas has to offer. It is the perfect base to explore the exceptional World Heritage areas of the Daintree and the Great Barrier Reef.

Additionally, Cairn’s international airport is only an hour away via one of Australia’s most scenic coastal routes.

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WYNDELLA

Waterfront estate on the beautiful shores of Pittwater 280 degrees of panoramic water views • Nearly an acre with two clear separate titles To be sold as a whole or the front waterfront block separately • Stunning private manicured gardens Private jetty and pontoon • Colonial-style residence with a choice of entertaining areas Only 45 minutes to Sydney CBD • Tightly held location LOCATION: Morning Bay, NSW | ASPECT: South Easterly | LAND: 3,050 m2 | PRICE: $3.5 million

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yndella has been beautifully and lovingly maintained over the passing years. Elegant and stylish interiors with covered verandas and entertaining terraces to watch the world sail by to the gentle sounds of Pittwater. This three-bedroom, cedar residence, is located towards the rear of nearly an acre of landscaped gardens and enjoys an estate-style privacy and atmosphere overlooking Morning Bay. Situated on a headland location on two separate titles, Wyndella has been tightly held for over 23 years by one family. Over this time, the gardens have been lovingly created and nurtured and include a stunning range of trees and shrubs, fountains and garden features which are enjoyed by the wonderfully extensive bird life of the area.

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your yacht or boat and is an easy walk up a formal staircase through to the walkway into the beautiful gardens. From there you have the opportunity to rest, relax and enjoy two outdoor alfresco dining and sitting areas or admire the sailing boats as they pass by.

Conveniently located only five minutes by boat, water taxi or ferry to Church Point, shops & restaurants and then a 45 minute drive to the Sydney CBD. A once in a lifetime opportunity awaits the new owners of Wyndella. A chance to enjoy a peaceful and elegant lifestyle, surrounded by beautiful gardens with the convenience of being so close to the Sydney city life.

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BAYVIEW MANOR

Breathtaking expansive bay views Breathtaking 180 degree views of Geographe Bay and Meelup Reserve • Federation brickwork and heritage charm Huge entertaining deck with stunning views • Seamless indoor/outdoor living Short stroll from the “Old Dunsborough” swimming beach • Elevated, northerly aspect, 735 m2 block 10 minutes drive from the vineyards and restaurants of the Margaret River Region 25 minutes drive to Busselton-Margaret River Airport LOCATION: Dunsborough, WA | ASPECT: Northerly | LAND: 735 m2 | Price: $1.95 million

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mmaculate, charming and positioned on an elevated block with a northerly aspect, Bayview is a lifestyle haven surrounded by an abundance of natural beauty and located at one of the most desirable street addresses in picturesque Dunsborough.

kitchen with new stone bench tops, two separate living areas, an enormous north-facing entertaining deck with stunning views, plus a family-friendly backyard with a second alfresco entertaining deck and secure garaging.

Old world charm sets precedence in this home with lead light features, antique fireplaces and solid jarrah timber finishes. The 180 degree views encompass both the ever-changing turquoise waters and sunrises of Geographe Bay and the captivating treetops of Meelup Reserve. Positioned on the doorstep of pristine natural beauty, birds and parrots visit the balconies daily while kangaroos often graze on the easycare landscaped lawns.

Located within walking distance to the local primary school, the Old Dunsborough swimming beach, boat ramp and the cycle trails of Meelup Reserve, Bayview lends itself to many lifestyle options for families, retirees or holiday makers.

With unique brickwork and a classic heritage-red roof, the doublestory, designer home has a commanding street presence. Featuring polished timber floors, four-bedrooms, two-bathrooms, country

This charming and impressive home is quite simply in the best location in Old Dunsborough and offers a plethora of lifestyle choices and captivating views.

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Holding Court Sibella Court is an interior stylist, a business woman, a historian, creative director, product designer, author and globetrotter. But she’s also the star attraction at specialist auction house Mossgreen’s upcoming interior decorator series, as Unique Luxury discovers.

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Vintage European Leather Pommel Stool “Any vintage gym equipment I have a soft spot for, especially if it can be repurposed for the home. With years of use, the leather has warm caramel tones and can be used as a narrow coffee table or console.”

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n a career spanning two decades and several continents, uber talented design guru Sibella Court has seen and done it all – sometimes even twice.

Having always had a razor-sharp eye for all things beautiful, she’s written books (five), styled restaurants (numerous), appeared as the host of a national television show (at least twice) and astonished others as she’s turned everyday items into objects of beauty (far too many times to mention).

But next month Sibella, also the head of styling business Society Inc, will chalk up a new item on her impressive list of achievements when she officially becomes guest speaker at Mossgreen’s biannual Interior Decorator Auction series.

Held twice a year in Melbourne and Sydney, the series is the brainchild of original Mossgreen co-founders Amanda Swanson and Paul Sumner and provides interested parties the opportunity to shop for original and eclectic pieces from the 1700's to the 1970's sourced from all over the globe.

Featuring a broad selection of furniture, fine art, furniture, decorative arts, lighting and garden statuary, every auction is carefully curated by Amanda and her modest team of decorative arts and antique specialists to ensure only the most unique and interesting items make the final cut.

Once the final selection is made, Amanda then invites guest contributors from the innovative world of international design and style to select their favourite pieces up for auction and host a workshop detailing how their preferred items might boldly (and sometimes oddly) be applied for use in today’s contemporary interiors.

The selected guest stylist, which in the past has included London-based textiles and homewares designer Allegra Hicks, interiors, furniture and lighting designer Charlotte Coote, The Design Depot owner and stylish all-rounder Chyka Keebaugh and Melbourne-based international fashion designer Toni Maticevski, is also invited to reveal some of their sources of inspiration in the auction catalogue that is made available in the weeks leading up to the event and auction.

Amanda says Sibella was a natural choice as guest stylist owing to her love of historical architecture, her stylish eye and her multi-faceted career.

We asked Sibella to offer thoughts of her favourite items ahead of the event’s tenth installment, which takes place on Sunday April 23, 2017 with viewings commencing Friday April 21.

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Library Ladder “I love utilitarian functional pieces that are well considered and thoughtful, that can be comfortably left on display instead of tucked away in a cupboard. This one with its nod to Chinoiserie and brass hardware detail is the perfect combination of both.”

19th Century French Bistro Tables “I design hospitality interiors and am on the constant lookout for interesting tables to sit in these spaces. Even if there are only a couple, they create the essence of a traditional French bistro which adds to the warmth and experience guests have whilst dining.”

1930's English Nautical Bar “The buccaneer in me loves this piece. Imagine docking at port for a night on dry lands and standing here telling your seafaring stories over a rosé, I mean a spiced rum.”

Metal Staircase Light “I am always looking for lights that have showcase material. My houses and hospitality interiors are more often than not lamplit. This piece, reminiscent of an apprentices architectural work, would work perfectly on an entrance table or hostess desk.”

Book Screen “Anything that is reminiscent of an old library, filled with the scent of paper, I long for.

Although you may not own any leather-bound first editions this is the second best option.”

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Velvet Slipper Chairs “I have a paint colour in a similar shade of ice blue called ‘Pre-loved’.

It transports me to faraway European estates that Patrick Leigh Fervour would have visited whilst walking through Transylvania.

These chairs would sit seamlessly in an intimate club or home.”

1940's Fench Gilt Metal Bar Cart “There’s something so grown up about a bar cart in your home. After working in the States for many years, where the bar cart is a staple, I believe no home is complete without one, especially if it is finely detailed in brass and polished stained timber.”

19th Century Painted Pagoda Birdcage “I like to layer my interiors with unusual shapes and repurposed objects that can be integrated into vignettes. I am drawn to this birdcage more for its sculptural form than a house for a bird.”

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19th Century Cast Iron Table With Nautical Design Mosaic Top A detailed view of the nautical design mosaic top.

19th Century Cast Iron Table With Nautical Design Mosaic Top “Interiors should be fun and have a good dose of humour. There is something naive about this piece that makes it all the more appealing.”

“I LOVE UTILITARIAN FUNCTIONAL PIECES THAT ARE WELL CONSIDERED AND THOUGHTFUL, THAT CAN BE COMFORTABLY LEFT ON DISPLAY INSTEAD OF TUCKED AWAY IN A CUPBOARD."

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THE OLD POSSUM CREEK SCHOOL

A truly unique opportunity Beautiful 4 bedroom house • Large shaded verandas • Separate guest cottage Old school house converted into studio accommodation • Theatre room • Wood fired pizza oven 80 metres of creek frontage • 100,000 litres of water storage • 5KVA solar power

LOCATION: Possum Creek, NSW | ASPECT: Northerly | LAND: 0.8 ha | PRICE: $3.1 - $3.4 million

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ocated just 15 minutes from the beaches of Byron Bay and seven minutes to beautiful Bangalow, on a leafy country road, in the sought after hamlet of Possum Creek, this wonderful property oozes character and charm. A rare opportunity now exists to acquire a piece of local history.

The front building was run as a school from 1911 until 1961 and the old school house has now been converted into guest accommodation.

The main house, built by the current owners, sits perched on a leafy ridge overlooking Possum Creek below. It features four bedrooms (or three plus study) and a large, yet cosy, lounge with separate kitchen/ dining area opening onto shaded verandas that make for seamless indoor/outdoor entertaining and of course relaxing.

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(or possible additional training space) and a four-car lock-up garage.

Across the lawn is a very sweet, one-bedroom guest cottage over two levels – also overlooking Possum Creek.

Having poured several years of labour and love into this wonderful property, the owners are looking to relocate to Brisbane to enjoy their grandchildren.

The Old Possum Creek School would have to be one of the most beautifully presented properties in the area and is now ideal as a holiday home or primary residence. This property awaits your inspection and is looking for an owner ready to put their own touch on the place whilst adding to its long and colourful history.

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THE LAURELS

Contemporary mountain showpiece Contemporary architectural showpiece • Picturesque mountain and garden views Self-contained separate guest accommodation / potential B&B • Indoor pool / spa / gymnasium Hydronic heating / cooling • 580 m2 residence under roof (62.5sq) • Expansive indoor / outdoor entertaining Abundance of natural light • State-of-the-art living with automated CBUS integration & networked CAT5 cabling LOCATION: Mount Macedon, VIC | ASPECT: Easterly | LAND: 8,438 m2 | PRICE: Contact Agent

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estled amongst the magnificent Mt Macedon treetops, this contemporary architectural masterpiece brings a new dimension to a historic estate. The Laurels is aptly named after the laurel hedge on the northern border of the 2 acres of low-maintenance established grounds.

The Laurels is a desirable, state-of-the-art family home boasting generous proportions and infinite design with four spacious bedrooms and separate self-contained studio or B&B to enjoy throughout all the seasons.

A grey Sandstone main entrance awaits, leading into an impressive gallery space with soaring ceilings splaying into multiple living areas. The upper level offers a private home cinema retreat, openplan kitchen and full-size bar presenting Siemens appliances and Ceasar Stone benchtops. A spacious dining/open-plan living with double- sided wood fire feature and large separate balcony invites

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you to relax and enjoy the expansive views to Mt Towrong.

The second staircase leads to a study or bedroom and a fourth bedroom featuring built-in robes and ensuite. A stylish separate formal dining with integrated wine racks and living area complemented with a wood heater fireplace complete the multiple living zones.

A full-size classic French Provincial kitchen fulfills all your needs with a Belfast dual sink, Ilve oven and a separate laundry. Outside, a louvred paved BBQ area and Japanese pond add the final flourish to designer styling set within private grounds. An indoor pool, spa and gymnasium (gas and solar heated) accessing a raised deck, provides an entertainer's delight to wile away the hours in a truly luxurious unique indoor/outdoor space.

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KARBEETHONG LODGE

Absolute waterfront residence and business Spectacular views over Mallacoota inlet • Run as a guesthouse since the 1920’s Walking distance to world heritage listed national park • Fully-equipped business with 11-year track record of growth Established fruit trees, cottage garden, shed & access to jetty Small vibrant local community with social, medical & educational facilities LOCATION: Mallacoota, VIC | ASPECT: North Easterly | LAND: 4,856m2 | PRICE: $1.35 - $1.5 million

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arbeethong means ‘moonlight shining on water’. Artists and poets have tried to capture the feeling of the place for nearly one hundred years, however, nothing compares to simply being there. A large number of artists, writers and musicians have visited the Lodge & Mallacoota, including E.J. Brady, Banjo Patterson and others, and this tradition of creativity and arts continues in Mallacoota today.

Karbeethong Lodge is a unique, relaxed, fully-renovated guest house which dates back to 1903. The building is largely original, apart from the addition of ensuite bathrooms, some reconfiguration of internal spaces, and of course, upgrades to evolving technology such as electricity, plumbing and wireless internet. The lodge consists of ten guest rooms, lounge, dining and kitchen, outdoor areas, and sweeping verandas overlooking the garden, lake and ranges beyond.

Its most recent refurbishment has been in the past ten years with the emphasis, in all decisions, towards comfort and style while maintaining essential character. Half the rooms open onto the wide, front veranda with spectacular views over Mallacoota coastal inlet, famous for its sunsets and superb peaceful vistas. Other rooms have bush views or open onto an internal courtyard.

The owner/manager’s residence is compact but is the best room in the house – privately located, quiet and with great views over the water. It comprises lounge/dining, kitchen, bathroom and single bedroom. There is also a private veranda space, an office, a second bedroom, and an enclosed garden.

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TANAWHA VALLEY GOLF & TENNIS

Rare opportunity to own a beautiful golf course

Exciting, unique and popular 9-hole, Par 3 golf course • 7.76 ha of manicured acreage Set amongst stunning scenery adjacent to botanical gardens • 4-bedroom main residence • Extensive machinery inventory Licensed club house • 20 minutes to Caloundra and Maroochydore • Great additional tourism potential A successful lifestyle business opportunity with room to grow LOCATION: Tanawha, QLD | ASPECT: Easterly | LAND: 7.76 ha | PRICE: $2.5 million

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his stunning 7.7ha property, complete with immaculate fourbedroom home and 9-hole golf course, tennis courts and pool offers the perfect mix of lifestyle and business opportunity on the burgeoning Queensland Sunshine Coast.

Alongside the shop is a covered area with seating for 36 and barbeque facilities. Nearby there is a 12m salt water swimming pool and a converted stable which is set up as a rustic function area capable of seating 90 complete with its own bar.

Located next to the Botanical Gardens, this impressive piece of paradise caters to loyal residents and the increasing influx of visitors to one of Australia’s fastest growing regions.

This successful and growing business is uniquely located to accommodate a huge influx into the region and the current owners have consistently redeveloped and gained rezoning to take maximum advantage. Just 4km away the region’s largest-ever residential development – the $3 billion Harmony project of 5,000 homes – has been launched and lots are selling fast.

The picturesque par-3 golf course is easily irrigated from multiple sources and maintenance is also a breeze with all equipment and machinery supplied in a large shed as part of the package. Two full size, artificial grass tennis courts in mint condition are located beside the sealed car park.

The light and airy master residence has 4 large bedrooms plus a study, 2 bathrooms and a separate toilet and laundry. The Pro Golf Shop is attached to one end of the house and comes complete with café and bar facilities.

Favourable zoning allows cabins to be built onsite to take advantage of the burgeoning B&B market on the coast. Already attracting golfers, and catering to corporate and wedding events, planning underway will set up the infrastructure to allow caravaners and campervanners to stay on site.

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SKYVIEW

Dramatic mountain top position with breathtaking views 14 acres, 5 acres cleared • Springbook ranges to the west, Tambourine Mountains to the north Overlooks Hinze Dam • Glow of Brisbane in distance • 3 x 43,000 litre tanks Solar heated pool 5 x 15 and 3 m deep – ozone • Solar hot water – 2 units • Borders state forest LOCATION: Tallai, QLD | ASPECT: Easterly | LAND: 5.66 ha | PRICE: $2.95 million

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ocated on sought-after ‘The Panorama’ at Tallai, Skyview is one of the highest properties on the ridge with a truly enviable and unique position. Not only does this immaculately presented property capture views of the Gold Coast skyline and ocean beyond, it also takes in an unbelievable outlook over the Hinze Dam to the Springbrook Ranges to the west, Mount Tambourine to the north and enjoys amazing sunrises and sunsets.

Skyview is an elegant and well-considered home with a large lounge room overlooking the views to the north and west and opening onto a lovely entertaining terrace overlooking the pool. The master bedroom leads off the lounge room and features a spacious WIR and lovely ensuite with more amazing views.

A separate kitchen and dining room have an east-west flow capturing the Gold Coast skyline. There are also three guest bedrooms a large 92

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laundry and a second living/games room opening onto an expansive north-facing terrace. The two car garage has been converted into an office but could easily be converted back.

The grounds feature a small natural billabong, majestic Eucalyptus trees and a beautiful array of flowering plants. There is a fantastic 5 x 15m pool also taking in the amazing views.

Situated 350m above sea level, the property captures gentle breezes and is completely protected from the southerlies. Robina town centre is a short 10 minute drive away, whilst Surfers Paradise is 20 minutes, 20 minutes to Coolangatta Airport and Brisbane is an hours drive from the property.

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LA CASA MIRASOL

An entertainer's dream beach house Absolute beachfront • Spacious open-plan living • Kitchen with granite benches Quality appliances • Stunning 20 metre pool • Lush private gardens • Outdoor entertaining LOCATION: Port Douglas, QLD | ASPECT: North Easterly | LAND: 1,600 m2 | EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

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his magnificent Mediterranean-style home stretches over two absolute beachfront blocks totalling 1,600 square metres, fronting idyllic Four Mile Beach in Port Douglas. Set back from the white sands and turquoise waters, amongst lush and private gardens, La Casa Mirasol is the definition of exclusive, resortstyle living. Surrounding a 20-metre pool, the house features five bedrooms, three bathrooms, a powder room, three lounge areas and a large covered dining area and patio.

Ideal for entertaining, the large wraparound kitchen with granite benches and quality stainless steel appliances features

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a walk-in cold room. There are outdoor cooking facilities with poolside dining.

Port Douglas is located an hour's drive north of Cairns, along one of Australia’s most scenic coastal routes. Against a backdrop of Rainforest Mountains with a foreground of the Coral Sea, Port Douglas is the perfect base to explore the exceptional World Heritage areas of the Daintree Rainforest & the Great Barrier Reef.

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MAITRAYA

One of the most beautiful properties in Australia 549 acres of pristine oceanfront land • Elevated site with panoramic views • Stunning 8-bedroom sandstone manor 5-bedroom Fisherman’s Lodge • 2-bedroom Aviator’s Cottage • 900 metre airstrip with heli-pad Tennis court & gymnasium • Indoor pool, sauna & spa • 20 seat home theatre Fronting 3 ocean beaches • Bordering national park LOCATION: Albany, WA | ASPECT: South Easterly | LAND: 222.5 ha | PRICE: $25 million

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aitraya is a private retreat like no other and is one of Australia’s most coveted coastal properties. It is located near Nanarup Beach, 20 minutes drive from Albany on Western Australia’s south coast and a sealed airstrip and heli-pad make it easily accessible.

The grounds offer kayaking on the lake, a tennis court, cricket pitch, walking trails scattered with artworks and a private track to a perfect swimming beach. Whales, dolphins and kangaroos can be spotted from the homestead’s vast windows.

The luxury homestead is set on over 200 hectares of breathtaking coastline. Perched on a cliff top, the beautifully appointed, eightbedroom, sandstone homestead, enjoys 270° views. Its 6,000 square metres of living space comfortably accommodates up to 16 guests. Two fully-equipped kitchens, an indoor heated pool, spa, light-filled garden atrium and secure children’s play area are among the indoor offerings. A retractable star-gazing ceiling enhances the master bedroom.

The property is also run as a successful venue for weddings, functions and retreats with accommodation for up to 60 in the main homestead, Fisherman’s Lodge, Aviator’s Cottage and Maitraya’s Country Chalets.

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MARARA

Unmatched waterfront estate Prestigious trophy property • Only two owners in 100 years • Over 119 metres of pristine sandy beach frontage Deep waterfront with super wharf & slipway • Two boathouses & three existing residences Fantastic subdivision and development potential LOCATION: Avalon, NSW | ASPECT: Northerly | LAND: 12,685 m2 | EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

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arara is on sale for only the second time in 80 years. This is an absolutely unique real estate investment opportunity.

Possibly Sydney’s largest, freehold, deep waterfront land holding, Marara is truly an exceptional estate. It is set on 12,685 square metres on Sydney Harbour foreshore land that slopes gently to its pristine waterfront with private beach, deep-water wharf and slipway. As such, it presents an unrivalled opportunity for yachtsmen or those who simply enjoy the stunning scenery of Sydney’s waterways and northern beaches.

Here, you could design and build the ultimate waterfront residence. As the property has approval for sub-division to six separate titles, should you desire you could build a whole family enclave. Alternatively, subject to planning approval, the further development opportunities are boundless.

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MARNANIE

One of Mount Macedon's iconic historic homes

Historic hill station property • Large gracious weatherboard home • Cascading creeks and ponds Woodland gardens • In-ground heated pool, tennis court and pool room • Garden house and tennis court pavilion 45 minutes from Melbourne CBD • 25 minutes to Melbourne International Airport LOCATION: Mount Macedon, VIC | ASPECT: Northerly | LAND: 6.47 ha | CONACT AGENT

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arnanie is positioned in one of Mt Macedon’s more private, charming and exclusive pockets. Entered by a long driveway under a canopy of mature Maples and Lindens, the historic hill station residence sits on a rise surrounded by old tree ferns, gullies, a cascading stream and healthy mountain air.

and a garden house. The extensive stone pathways guide you to the many seating areas, garden ponds, creek, lawn, woodland and picking gardens. The nursery area, workshop, charming weatherboard garage, glasshouse complex and fully operational irrigation system complete the infrastructure.

Constructed in 1890, this historically significant abode was once the home of the first Australian-born Governor General, Sir Issac Issacs, in addition to being the primary residence of Kevin O’Neill – a prominent society florist and gardener.

The 16 acre garden is a sight to behold. With highly fertile top soil, the gardens of Marnanie include collections of exotic, native and English trees over a century old, perennials, bulbs, and extensive stands of tree ferns. The ever-changing seasonal gardens include original stone garden seats, statues, urns and many open lawn areas.

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Upstairs includes four large bedrooms, with magnificent garden views, two ensuites, a third bathroom and generous pool room.

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Marnanie is only 45 minutes to Melbourne’s CBD, 25 minutes to Tullamarine Airport, and freeway and rail access is close by. The charming Mt Macedon Village is minutes away and the townships of Gisborne, Woodend and Kyneton are an easy drive.

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AQUILA

Spectacular hinterland home 270 degree panoramic views • 130 peaceful and private acres • Oregon & blue stone construction Two acres of open space • Ridge top retreat • 10 minutes to Mullumbimby • Pristine habitat LOCATION: Wilsons Creek, NSW | ASPECT: Easterly | LAND: 53 ha | PRICE: $2.95 million

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very now and again a truly special place finds its way onto the market. This stunning, 130 acre property, feels more like a national park than a private property and features over 100 acres of untouched forests that climb up to a pinnacle and open out into a mountain-top ridge where an amazing home is perched with breathtaking valley and ocean views.

Lovingly built from Oregon & Blue Stone, this three-bedroom, pavilion-style, ridge-top retreat would make the perfect hinterland weekender. Only 10 minutes to Mullumbimby, 25 minutes to Byron Bay and just under an hour to the Gold Coast international Airport.

This property comprises of a guest house with two bedrooms and

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two bathrooms with a separate spa room and a main building which has a relaxed open-plan dining, living and kitchen area with a dramatic open fire as its centrepiece. This building houses the ensuited master bedroom and a powder room. Outside boasts a 12 metre pool and two acres of landscaped surrounds. Take a bush walk and experience a wonderful array of flora and fauna or relax on the swing seat and take in the spectacular views. Aquila is a truly special find in every respect, it captures the beauty of the Byron hinterland and stunning coastline while still maintaining complete privacy.

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The Edge in Port Douglas, designed by Charles Wright

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THE WRIGHT APPROACH He is the award-winning designer behind some of Australia’s most eye-catching buildings. Now he’s got his sights set on national domination, as Unique Luxury reports.

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Charles Wright

'Stamp House' aka 'Alkira' in Port Douglas designed by Charles Wright

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n the 16 years he has been in practice, Charles Wright has been inside some truly awe-inspiring houses.

Yet the home he’d prefer to spend the most time in is his own.

“The biggest challenge for me is time spent away from my family. I travel regularly between [my] two offices which can, at times, take a toll physically and mentally,” the Far North Queensland-based architect says.

But clearly, with wife Justine and their three children supporting his every move, the sacrifice has paid off.

As the award-winning principal of his own boutique agency, Charles Wright Architecture (CWA), Charles is among a host of innovative young architects helping to change the way Australians view and interact with their surrounds.

Operating across the residential, multi-residential, commercial and hospitality sectors, his impressive portfolio of work ranges from stand-alone projects - including Port Douglas trophy homes The Edge and Alkira - to larger scale public facilities such as the futuristic Kuranda Visitor Information Centre and the eco-friendly Kyneton Ambulatory Care Centre.

His services include everything from functional brief writing and site planning to process mapping and post occupancy evaluations, yet it is his innate ability to reinterpret a brief that sees him regularly singled out by his peers and assorted industry bodies.

Charles’ burgeoning trophy cabinet records a slew of awards, the most impressive of which include commendations from the Australian Institute of Architects for residential and sustainable designs.

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the swimming pool at the centre of the home - that is drawing the biggest accolades. Claire Graham, the former owner of The Edge in Flagstaff Hill, Port Douglas labels Charles a “genius” for designing her home - a spaceship-type concrete house cantilevered from the hillside - after she requested a concept similar to [Melbourne’s] Myer Music Bowl in memory of her late engineer husband.

In addition, his rising profile also means he is courted as a poster boy for Australian media, regularly featuring across the pages of industry bible Architectural Review and making cameo appearances across a host of other titles ranging from the Cairns Post to The Australian newspaper.

Not a bad outcome for a man who chose architecture as his second profession.

Charles says even from an early age he knew he wanted to be involved in a creative endeavour. Upon leaving school in his native Melbourne, he trained at RMIT University, leaving three years later with a Fine Arts Bachelor Degree in painting and sculpture.

“The work was all studio-based – essentially working on your own with regular tutorials and critique by visiting well-known artists. I particularly enjoyed the history and theory lectures, and tutorials as they introduced me to 20th Century architecture.”

Charles says it was this that persuaded him to switch trajectories as a move to architecture required a larger variety of disciplines: business acumen, engineering, science and technology, construction management and “most importantly” design and creativity.

“I thought it would be a great fit for how my mind works,” he says.

Upon completion of his degree, Charles completed post-grad studies at the same university, graduating in 2000 with first class honours.

Securing a job almost immediately with Bourke Street-based

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“I MADE THE DECISION OVER 12 YEARS AGO TO CALL PORT DOUGLAS HOME – SOMEWHAT A SEA CHANGE, AND A CURIOUS LOCATION TO RUN A SUCCESSFUL NATIONAL PRACTICE.” agency Lyons Melbourne, he spent just four years working on major institutional and commercial projects in design and project architect roles, before making the decision to strike out on his own.

Charles personally handles many of the administration tasks involved in running CWA. He estimates around half his time is spent running the business with the remainder on design.

CWA was formed in 2004 off the back of an opportunity to design a house for family members in Far North Queensland, prompting Charles to make the somewhat surprising decision to make the move permanently.

“I made the decision over 12 years ago to call Port Douglas home – somewhat a sea change, and a curious location to run a successful national practice.”

“We are not of a size where we have deemed it necessary to appoint people in such positions. As the company director and having worked as a sole practitioner for many years, I had no choice other than to adopt all roles as required in running and developing the business including practice management systems…but if we expand to a size where [it is] required – I’ll be more than happy to hand over such roles to others.”

Believing there are few other environments “so free and conducive to expression and creativity”, Charles says he has fallen in love with the tropical climate and it is here he has developed his signature style of bulk and strength coupled with connectivity within the natural environment.

This flexibility within its structure has allowed CWA to service projects across the entire Eastern seaboard of Australia, which invariably includes work stopovers in Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sydney and other regional centres. Spending so much time away has Charles contemplating additional offices in Brisbane and Sydney.

“…as it turned out [Port Douglas is] the perfect niche market for the kind of work I wanted to do.”

Charles’ typical working day starts at around 7am where he spends the first few hours on general housekeeping items and attending to emails. He then spends the next portion of his day onsite, visiting projects and arranging meetings with clients or consultants.

Yet despite its Far North allegiances, from the outset CWA has always maintained a strong footprint in Melbourne. In fact, it opened its first office in Hawthorn before opening its additional site in Port Douglas. A growing private corporation and government agency clientele prompted CWA to move its Melbourne operations to Russell Street in the city almost four years ago.

His afternoons are blocked out for design and project review.

“I try to finish work before 6pm to spend time with my family and as a general rule I don’t work weekends…at least that’s what I aim for.”

Today CWA has six permanent staff across its two locations, complemented by a roster of contract staff brought in as and when necessary.

Chasing the perennial dream of a better work/life balance, Charles has recently been holding internal discussions regarding the strategic succession plan in the business.

Deliberately maintaining a lean thinking approach in the business, has meant Charles has had to be more engaged in his practice than would be typically expected from an agency principal.

“It will depend greatly on the size and structure of the practice as a result of significant growth over time. There may be an opportunity for senior staff to eventually ‘buy-in’ to the practice or receive [a percentage share] of profit.

While computer aided design programs assist with the building information and three-dimensional modelling done in-house,

“It’s currently under review.”

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THE BEACH HOUSE - AKASHA

Beach infront national park behind Direct beach access • Backs onto national park • Very private in a gated estate • Bush & beach walks Beautiful pool & entertaining areas • Open-plan, light & breezy • Very well built & appointed LOCATION: Byron Bay, NSW | ASPECT: North Easterly | LAND: 789m2 | EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

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estled amongst luscious tropical fauna in an exclusive gated community, this architectural gem offers the very best of beachside living. Combining the effortless appeal of modern design with Japanese aesthetics, this stunning four-bedroom home is both stylish and distinctive.

From the moment you step inside you will notice the abundance of natural light, with towering ceilings and seamless indooroutdoor living. Appointed with quality Smeg appliances, this home is truly an entertainer’s delight. Simply choose from one of the many spots to wine and dine inside, step through the bifolding doors onto the bespoke timber decks, or enjoy a relaxing

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poolside cocktail in the generous summerhouse.

Each of the generously-sized four bedrooms have plenty of storage.

Two rooms are located on the ground level with direct access out to the pool and idyllic gardens. The master suite comprises a walk-in robe and contemporary ensuite with sensational views.

Don’t miss this amazing opportunity to secure your slice of paradise only a stone’s throw from the picturesque sands of Tallow Beach and all the bustle of Byron town.

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DRUMFERG

Magnificent lifestyle acreage Stunningly constructed of Castlemaine Stone • Sweeping valley and private lake views Six thousand bottle passive wine cellar • Sophisticated entertaining spaces • Immaculate park-like gardens 54 peaceful and secluded acres • Olympic-size menage with horse facilities • Only 50 minutes to Melbourne CBD LOCATION: Whittlesea, VIC | ASPECT: Northerly | LAND: 21.85 ha | EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

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rom the moment you enter the gates and commence winding your way up the beautiful, tree-lined driveway of this outstanding property, you immediately begin to appreciate the attention to detail and care taken. Not only in the construction of the magnificent main dwelling but also the skill and dedication shown to the stunning, park-like gardens.

Drumferg, Celtic for 'Range of Hills', is truly a craftsman-built residence. Castlemaine Stone, hand-picked and laid, each individual piece chosen for its significance to the one next to it, gives you an indication as to the quality of the workmanship and design.

From the imposing octagonal turret, encasing a casual living area and overlooking the private lake, to the magnificent entertaining spaces. Further unique features such as a wine connoisseur's cellar, Tasmanian Myrtle cabinetry throughout, marble bathrooms, stone fireplaces and a resplendant master suite create a stunning and luxurious living space.

Outdoor entertaining spaces include a terrace deck, again overlooking the lake, where you can sit and watch the abundance of

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birdlife that visits daily, or just enjoy the peace and tranquility.

A fully-automated watering system ensures luscious greenery year round and the lake, being creek-fed, means a never-ending water supply to the land.

An Olympic-size menage and all necessary shedding and yarding, including lighting and power, look after all equestrian needs and more.

The land sweeps up to border with the Mt Disappointment State Forest which provides easy access to riding and walking trails, as well as the property having its own personal track around its perimeter.

A separate dwelling to the front of the property allows for manager's quarters, redevelopment STA or even lease potential.

This property provides the sophisticated, relaxed lifestyle many just dream of within an easy 50 minute drive from the centre of Melbourne and only 35 mintues from Melbourne Airport.

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DUNES ON SHELLY BEACH

Unlimited potential in a stunning location

62 beds in bunkhouse style accommodation • DA approved wedding & function centre DA approval for a new 5-bedroom home • Rainforest, ocean & beach views • Direct access to cycleways & hiking trails Beautiful outdoor chapel with stunning ocean views • 4-bedroom manager’s residence • Minutes walk from pristine Shelly Beach Valuable licenses & infrastructure already in place • 10 minutes from Ballina Airport LOCATION: East Ballina, NSW | ASPECT: North Easterly | LAND: 8,200 m2 | PRICE: $3.6 MILLION

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on’t miss this once in a lifetime opportunity to own just over two acres of cleared ocean view land within minutes walk to pristine Shelly Beach.

Perched on an easterly headland, this elevated property commands sweeping views over coastal rainforest, rugged cliffs and golden beaches that stretch towards Lennox Head and beyond. The level site is nestled amongst gently undulating Crown land on all sides, guaranteeing privacy and a northerly aspect with sea views that will never be built out.

Direct access to a network of scenic cycleways and hiking trails means Ballina’s cafés, restaurants, patrolled beaches, iconic surf breaks and fishing hotspots can all be accessed without crossing a road. An additional coastal cycle/walkway to Lennox Head will be completed soon.

The property is currently run as a wedding and function centre with DA approved commercial kitchen, 62 beds in bunkhouse

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style accommodation, 15 toilets, 15 showers, huge function room, outdoor chapel with ocean views, four-bedroom manager’s residence, large storage shed, town water & DA approval for a new five-bedroom home capturing panoramic ocean views With valuable licenses and infrastructure already in place, there is unlimited potential to expand the business or redevelop. The generously spaced structures are perfect for an education facility, licensed restaurant, surf camp, eco retreat, camping area or exercise the DA and create a luxurious private estate.

Located only 10 minutes from Ballina airport and only 20 minutes from Byron Bay, this property offers ultimate convenience for interstate visitors. The shops, hospital and schools are all accessed within five minutes.

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BRYN-Y-MOR

Immaculately restored federation masterpiece Only 90 minutes to Sydney’s CBD • Beautiful home & income producing cottage rental • House & cottage on one title A rare dual occupancy • Kauri pine floors throughout • Low-maintenance, established picturesque gardens Built in 1919, renovated in 2005 • Ultimate getaway location • Entertainer’s kitchen and living spaces LOCATION: Leura, NSW | ASPECT: Southerly | LAND: 1,861m2 | PRICE ON APPLICATION

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ryn-Y-Mor is a truly unique estate being one of only a handful of BMCC approved dual occupancies, which boasts a fusion of period features with modern comforts. The main house is accompanied by a guest cottage with one master bedroom and a sleeping area in the atrium. The cottage is currently run as a luxury holiday let with loyal patronage and a healthy revenue stream.

DA approved holiday accommodation & featured on Channel 9’s “Getaway”, this cottage is a must see.

appointed with built-in wardrobes, the fourth-bedroom or study is generously sized.

The main residence was constructed in 1919 and has been meticulously renovated to incorporate original features of the home including leadlight windows, fireplaces, fretwork timber arches and light fittings. A wrap-around veranda graces Bryn-Y-Mor which can be accessed from the master bedroom, fourth-bedroom/study or lounge room to entertain guests or to admire the peaceful surrounds.

Beautiful, yet low maintenance gardens cover the property with even the ornate hedges matching the federation style. What was the original stable has now been converted into the garage with the sandstone building now comfortably housing two cars as well as equipment fit for maintaining the residence.

The master bedroom has been extended to include a walk-in wardrobe and en-suite, both the second and third bedrooms are

The kitchen is intelligently designed with both Smeg gas top and oven set within Granite bench tops and was featured on an episode of My Kitchen Rules in 2012. Attached to the kitchen is an informal living and dining area for the lower key occasions, an adjoining formal dining room is still within great proximity of the food preparation area and also has access out onto the veranda.

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BASIA MILLE

Vineyard and cellar door with private golf course Tuscan-inspired estate with winery • Private nine hole golf course • Three separate guesthouses Bed and Breakfast accommodation • Vineyard, cellar door and olive grove • Unforgettable views over Waratah Bay 2 hours travel to Melbourne LOCATION: Fish Creek, VIC | ASPECT: Northerly | LAND: 4.45 ha | PRICE: Offers over $2.5 million

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ade magical by its combination of Tuscan influences and the indigenous beauty of the landscape, Basia Mille is rendered even more memorable by the allure of its surroundings and the luxury of its spaces. In addition, this is a uniquely flexible property that provides options for perpetuating its outstanding reputation as a refined visitor destination or enjoying its excellence as an exclusive family estate.

Unforgettable views over Waratah Bay, Wilson’s Promontory and the islands of Bass Strait accompany 11 sublime acres, including a charming golf course, productive vineyard and established olive groves. The residence projects pure quality throughout wonderful living and dining domains and an elite quality kitchen that form the focal point for four fabulous bedrooms. Three of these are superb 106

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self-contained retreats featuring travertine ensuites and contemporary kitchens that represent some of South Gippsland’s most desirable guest accommodation.

A sun-drenched piazza, fully-equipped cellar door, loggia entertaining and expansive decks ensure outdoor appeal matches the indoor profile of Basia Mille. A spectacular opportunity, secluded and sophisticated, ideally poised to make the most of the region’s constantly evolving food, wine and tourism scene – from personal or commercial perspectives or both.

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SEAMIST

Modern masterpiece with unparalleled views Stunning waterfront views • Desirable East Coast location • Contemporary versatile home Generously proportioned bedrooms • Walking distance to the shops and cafés of Bicheno Just 2 hours to Launceston and 2.5 hours to Hobart LOCATION: Bicheno, TAS | ASPECT: Northerly | LAND: 2,026 m2 | PRICE: $1.79 million

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to go while a choice of two living areas and generous alfresco entertainment zone complete the property perfectly.

Set just metres back from Waubs Bay beach in the popular resort town of Bicheno on Tasmania’s east coast; this architecturallydesigned contemporary home enjoys a majestic elevated outlook, surrounded by national park land on three sides with unfettered views to the ocean out front.

Sustainable design is infused throughout with a hi-tech integrated system controlling the lighting and concealed automatic blinds to optimise light and thermal mass. This affords ample opportunity to enjoy the splendour of the home’s sun-drenched 26m2 top floor terrace or bask in its delectable conservatory.

Every care has been taken to ensure this secluded 389m2 fourbedroom, three-bathroom home affords the ultimate in superior style and comfort. Boasting quality fixtures and fittings throughout its interior, it comes replete with generous double-glazed windows, under-floor heating and a stunning gas log fire.

With every feature a nod to relaxed resort-style living, this delightful residence boasts a grand timber twin-door main entrance and an expansive double garage with automatic panel doors providing internal access to the home’s generously proportioned cloakroom, laundry and designer kitchen.

eamist is a modern masterpiece with a truly unique combination of design, form, function, location and an unbeatable ocean vista.

The home’s well-appointed theatre room with projector and surround sound instantly transports you wherever in the world you wish

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SAMARA

A private oasis surrounded by nature

North-facing luxurious home set over 927m2 • Constructed around 2 magnificent lakes Infinity pool and heated 20-person spa • Impressive landscaped gardens Fully-engineered swing bridge • Purpose-built cinema • Office, bar retreat and gym • Just over 10km from Maroochydore 1 hour to Brisbane International Airport LOCATION: Mons, QLD | ASPECT: Northerly | LAND: 0.7 ha | PRICE: $2.4 million

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amara is the ultimate luxury rural retreat. Nestled in the heart of the Sunshine Coast, this property has been artfully-constructed around two magnificent lakes with a fully-engineered swing bridge offering sumptuous vistas of the home’s impressive landscaped gardens and the majestic rainforest only metres from its front door.

Access to the two-acre estate is via a secure, remote-controlled gate while a circular driveway and port cochère follows the crystal clear ponds enveloping this resort-style sanctuary.

Literally no stone has been left unturned to ensure this home offers the ultimate in comfort living. Constructed from natural stone and marble, the natural thermal masses work with, not against the stunning local climate, while sparkling glass walls and soaring ceilings enable the splendour of the surrounding countryside to be fully appreciated from every room.

Perfectly zoned for exclusive entertaining, the outside and inside living spaces blend together via bi-fold doors that open out to the inviting infinity pool, a 20-person heated spa and large open fireplace.

A wet bar, bathroom, sauna and gym complete this one-stop wellness offering while a purpose-built cinema – replete with popcorn

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machine, tiered seating and black out curtains – sets the gold standard for home theatres.

Nearby, a beautifully appointed lounge area comes complete with an open fire and surround sound entertainment system while a state-ofthe-art one-stop C-Bus automation system takes control of all lighting, gates, doors, windows and audio-visual requirements.

The well-appointed bedrooms each boast walk-in robes while the wow factor in the generous guest suite comes courtesy of floor-toceiling windows that boast lake and swing bridge views, leading into a newly-constructed playroom that could double as a parent’s retreat or additional home office.

Separate from the main floor and overlooking the pool and native flora and fauna sits the master suite. Exuding style and comfort, its walkin robe is crafted from marble-topped ebony russo cabinetry with hanging rails and drawers. An adjoining bathroom has a spa bath set against a floor-to-ceiling window that again invites the outdoors in.

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RIVERSIDE

Rare riverside retreat with unmatched serenity and privacy

10 minutes to private North Shore beach • 20 minutes to Port Macquarie Airport with daily flights to Sydney and Brisbane 10 minutes to school bus pick up for St Joseph’s, Westport Primary & High and Eastport High 24m x 18m shed with enclosed insulated office • Private jetty for up to 30ft boats Potential to create a small runway or helipad • 6m deep dam • 5 x 25,000 litre water tanks LOCATION: Port Macquarie, NSW | ASPECT: Northerly | LAND: 36.4 ha | PRICE ON APPLICATION

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estled between a river and a national park, this stunning 90 acre estate offers unparalleled serenity and privacy.

As you approach this idyllic retreat through old growth forest, the worries of the world start to fade away. Passing through the gates, vast open fields unfold before you. Without a single neighbour in sight, this spectacular estate represents a truly unique offering.

The sturdy four-bedroom homestead was lovingly crafted from durable timbers felled on site. Built on an elevated pad, the clever design maximises the desirable northerly aspect. Every room has independent ground floor access, strengthening the connection with its surrounds. Organic construction methods were employed throughout, with the use of secret nails instead of timber glues ensuring the home is allergen safe. Granite and stainless steel benchtops typify the build quality and do justice to the expansive views from every room.

But it’s perhaps the lifestyle this property embodies that is most impressive. Imagine catching mud crabs and feasting by the warm

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glow of a fire-pit as the glassy Maria River laps the sandy shore.

If you are a nature lover, there’s a multitude of forest tracks and plenty of room for horses and cattle in addition to the bountiful wildlife.

Dolphins, pelicans, kingfishers, swans, rosellas, eagles, turtles and kangaroos abound, there’s even a neighbouring koala sanctuary which guarantees this idyll is protected from future development.

For any water lovers, there is plenty of room for fishing, boating or water skiing and the jetty can dock a 30ft cruiser which could whisk you to open sea or to the centre of town in 20 minutes.

Whatever your hobby might be, there is room to house it all under a massive 24 x 18m shed.

Whilst offering absolute peace and privacy, this property remains conveniently close to amenities and is only 10 minutes to private, North Shore beach.

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FRIDAY SABAI

An enviable country retreat that will excite and inspire

Newly-constructed 5-bedroom residence • Enticing countryside vistas • 370m2 (approx) internal living space Infinity edge pool, spa, fireplace & wine cellar • Chef's kitchen with polished concrete floors Separate 2-bedroom guest accommodation with workshop 10 minutes to Bangalow and Lennox, 8 minutes to Ballina, 20 minutes from Byron Bay LOCATION: Tintenbar, NSW | ASPECT: North Westerly | LAND: 2.02 ha | PRICE: $2.35 million

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lawless design and unrivalled attention to detail define this enticing rural residence located in Tintenbar, just 20 minutes from the beaches of Byron Bay and 10 minutes from Lennox Head.

of the home-based chef boasting a Belling industrial double oven, concrete and Essa stone workbenches and phenomenal polished concrete floors.

Set in the heart of the Byron Bay hinterland, Friday Sabai is a fivebedroom, three-bathroom home that offers a level of luxury whose stunning aesthetic is duly matched by the breathtaking beauty of its hinterland surrounds.

The retreat’s separate guesthouse is equally impressive, boasting two generous bedrooms, while also appealing to savvy investors seeking to make the most of the home’s prime position and allure to domestic and international visitors, returning an income in excess of $20K in its first year.

Barely two years old, the home is nestled on five acres of flat useable land. This entertainer’s delight has been specifically designed for modern contemporary living with a state-of-the-art touch screen automated infinity edge concrete pool, with gas heated spa, combustion fireplace, an enviable wine cellar and crisp surround sound entertainment system.

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The new freeway makes this unique estate very easily accessed and it’s just eight minutes from Ballina, 10 minutes from Lennox Head and Bangalow and 20 minutes from Byron Bay. Coming complete with 400m of creek frontage, Friday Sabai offers an enviable lifestyle sure to inspire and excite.

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Amanda Swanson at the Mossgreen Tearoom & Gallery on High Street, Armadale. Image courtesy of T2 Photo credit: T2

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WOMAN BEHIND THE BRAND

Each issue, Unique Luxury magazine speaks with one of Australia’s most inspiring female business leaders about the secrets to their success.

In this, our inaugural profile, it’s the turn of Amanda Swanson, the co-founder of international auction house and gallery Mossgreen.

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manda Swanson doesn’t have the luxury of awaiting opportunity.

In a professional career spanning just two decades and three cities, she has launched an eponymous design business, taken on a high profile role marketing fashion, managed a burgeoning Sydney art gallery and co-founded Australia’s first hybrid auction house and art gallery.

But it appears she didn’t have to look far when searching for a source of inspiration.

Growing up in a tight-knit family of four, she watched in awe as her father took self-employment by the horns and launched his own specialised pathology laboratory. Mum too was a go-getter, project managing household renovations while simultaneously running the Swanson home with just the right balance of discipline and nurture to ensure neither of her girls would give her cause for concern.

Financially it was very difficult - people always wanted to borrow not buy and I sunk every second and every cent into creating the pieces and promoting myself.”

Amanda, who began her label while in the midst of her European OE, says she worked hard at creating fabulous pieces and would then send them off to “famous” Australians in the hope they would wear them and publicity would follow.

“Of course I realise now what a naïve and expensive approach this was – but at the time I just went with my gut instinct,” Amanda says.

Three years later, the closure of Georges proved the catalyst for closing down the business.

“I lost a huge amount of stock and was never paid – this is called learning the hard way [but] at the time was devastating.”

She may not have recognised it then, but by leaving Firbank Grammar senior school and securing a place in Melbourne’s renowned fashion and design degree course, Amanda was taking her first tentative steps towards a career which would see her spend her days surrounded by beauty in all its different guises.

Down but not out and with a proven track record in public relations, Amanda, who by then had returned to Australian shores, found herself representing some of the country’s most distinguished fashion brands via a stint as account manager at fashion communications firm Hush Communications.

Always a creative soul, who as a child was immersed in ballet, music, and art, Amanda was the latest in a long line of proud Swanson women who had sartorial DNA.

But she soon discovered the world of PR was not for her.

“Mum always was into fashion and had a great wardrobe, and I think playing dress ups in her old designer heels kicked off the fashion gene. [This interest] was bolstered by my fashionista Sydney grandma Hilda who worked on the famous seventh floor of David Jones and had a similarly fun collection of shoes and fab vintage garments to dress up in. There was also my wonderful Melbourne grandma Isobell - originally a milliner - who spent many fond hours teaching [my sister and I] all sorts of creative pursuits including beading and embroidery and combinations of both. She had a fabulous collection of old antique beads, collars and beautiful haberdashery items and this just resonated with me so much; this love of embellishment lead me to think of a career in fashion primarily to be able to then pursue costume design or accessory design [as] these were my favourite areas of interest.”

The venture proved a successful one and before long Amanda Swanson Design boasted a swag of international and national stockists including Jane Lambert in Sydney, Georges and Le Louvre in Melbourne, and The Cross in London’s Notting Hill. This was in addition to commanding gushing editorials in the likes of Tatler, Australian Vogue and Harpers Bazaar.

“I am definitely a person who likes a challenge… so I gave it a go.

“I had very much enjoyed doing my own PR for my own label and so thought it would be a similar experience for other brands however I soon realised it was not the same for another brand - it was simply not for me.”

Soon after she met life partner Paul Sumner, who at the time was the managing director of the Australian arm of auction house Sotheby's, Paul received a job transfer to the UK. Amanda accompanied him and began working for a London art dealer.

Impressed by her knowledge of the global arts scene, Di and Ali Yeldham offered Amanda a job managing the Art House Gallery in Sydney’s Neutral Bay upon their return. It was a homecoming in more ways than one and Amanda says she instantly felt a sense of belonging.

“I loved the gallery. I loved its stable of artists where I could combine all my selling, curating, PR skills in an industry I really enjoyed. It’s funny as fashion and art have many similarities and are completely symbiotic. I wish when at school and thinking of a career in the arts there had been more detail about the kinds of jobs you can have in the arts industries – such as specialising in a particular field for an auction house, or managing an art gallery. Instead, the only two options I could see at the time was to become an artist or to study arts at Melbourne University.”

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Mossgreen - Sydney

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"WE PROBABLY NEVER THOUGHT THE BUSINESS WOULD BE THE SIZE IT IS… HOWEVER IT’S IMMENSELY GRATIFYING TO SEE THE COMPANY WHERE IT IS NOW." Paul and Amanda were together for just a couple of years when talk turned to the possibility of opening their own gallery.

In the end, the move happened organically and in 2004, less than four years after first locking eyes on each other, they decided to pool their respective talents and launch their own business, Mossgreen.

“Being young and starting up a business is hard on two fronts - the banks of course don’t take you seriously and I remember so clearly how tough things were in those early days. We had a few close shaves…but it makes you hungry for success as for us failure just wasn’t an option,” Amanda says.

What began as a little start up is today one of Australia’s most unique and innovative arts businesses, encompassing a contemporary art gallery, boutique auction house and elegant tearooms. Also, state-of-the-art venue spaces available for private hire for private parties and high-end corporate events.

After nine years of almost continuous growth, Mossgreen merged with Leski Auctions three years ago and acquired the former Armadale Picture Theatre in Melbourne where it is currently headquartered. It has since opened a second site in Sydney’s Woollahra and now operates an international division, having recently acquired Webbs Auction House in Auckland, New Zealand.

Yet despite putting in 60-hour weeks and finding herself immersed in the business at all hours of the day and night, Amanda, who is now the company’s events and sponsorship director and head of department for the Interior Decorator Auctions says there’s no other way she’d prefer to spend her time.

“We probably never thought [the business] would be the size it is… however it’s immensely gratifying to see the company where it is now. The Mossgreen story is one of evolution - so sometimes

new horizons need to be chartered. If we had a crystal ball then I would say some things may have been averted, but then you learn and grow from experience so maybe the hard things are good to experience for a reason.”

“We decided on a change of strategy three years ago with some additional shareholders joining the company which has allowed the incredible growth and expansion, however the pressure is still just as much on us as the co-founders as a brand is an extension of yourself and you need to constantly nurture it to ensure it remains true to itself and what our clients expect from it.”

When pressed, Amanda says she finds it difficult to point one clear reason why Mossgreen has enjoyed such phenomenal success.

While timing and selecting the right niche played a part so too did the relationship and dynamic between the house’s co-founders. “[Paul and I] are two very different beings and I believe that’s part of the key to our success. We complement each other and challenge each other constantly. It’s a lot easier now we have more clearly defined roles as the business is so much larger.”

Yet sharing a workspace, together with a home and a love of all things beautiful is not where the pair’s similarities start and end.

Believing a glass or six of a good wine is as important as any other form of relaxation, the pair like to turn off from talking shop by finishing the renovations on their Melbourne home and fine tuning their outdoor living spaces.

“We’re obsessed with old houses and aesthetics. We love collecting interesting beautiful things and we love to travel to source great things – this is the ultimate in personal enjoyment. When we entertain we like to do it in a theatrical detailed way. Maybe we are a bit stuck in the past but I like that.”

Amanda Swanson (in black) at Mossgreen

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CHAYDN EQUESTRIAN PARK

Dream lifestyle acreage Separate 2-bedroom granny flat • 60m x 20m floodlit sand arena (jumps available) • 17m sand round-yard with fencing Income from agistment of up to 12 horses • New 5kva solar & hot water system • Certified & soundproofed shooting range Large stepped-floor cinema room • Resort-style saltwater pool • 5-desk office Ducted reverse cycle air-conditioning throughout • 15 minutes to Robina • 20 minutes to Coolangatta Airport

LOCATION: Bonogin, QLD | ASPECT: North Easterly | LAND: 2.99 ha | PRICE ON APPLICATION

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haydn Equestrian Park is a superb lifestyle property equipped for the keen equestrian. Set on 7.4 acres, nestled away in a private and tranquil setting, this rural oasis optimises style and functionality and is conveniently located only 10 minutes from Robina.

There are six generous bedrooms with ample storage and each room enjoys an abundance of natural light all year round. The master suite boasts its own lavish ensuite and walk-in robe.

Ideal for the social family who enjoy entertaining, with so many great spots throughout the home, you feel spoilt for choice. Enjoy a movie in your own cinema, take a dip in the alluring outdoor 20m pool or prepare your favourite culinary creation in the impressive modern kitchen. Equipped with stainless steel, gas cooking appliances and stone benchtops, the kitchen is in keeping with the overall open-plan layout of the home, whilst showcasing the breathtaking valley views.

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include; a billiards room, a certified & soundproofed 15m shooting range plus a display room which could double as an extensive wine cellar.

Underneath the house, on the lower ground floor, is a 13 car garage plus an enclosed five-desk office - perfect for running a business from the comfort of home. Wander down to visit the horses with the purpose-built, floodlit 60m x 20m dressage arena, tack room, six stables, 17m round yard and 10 fenced paddocks all with efficient access to dam or tank water (7m deep dam used for both irrigation and provision of stable water). Beyond the horse paddocks, the vista takes in a creek backing onto pristine Australian native fauna. With a significant income already established from the property’s equestrian facilities, this is certainly a convenient and established opportunity for equine professionals.

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BELLA MONTE

Secluded location with breathtaking views 3-bedroom home & separate 2-bedroom studio • Breathtaking views over the Currumbin Valley Wide wrap-around verandas • Modern kitchen with European appliances • Open-plan living and dining Resort-style pool with Balinese-inspired pavilion • Tennis court with clubhouse Potential for organic farm or B&B (STCA) • 40 minutes to the Gold Coast • 25 minutes to Coolangatta LOCATION: Currumbin Valley, QLD | ASPECT: North Westerly | LAND: 4.06 ha | PRICE: $1.95 million

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oasting a secluded location on the highly sought after Tomewin Mountain Road, Bella Monte exploits the breathtaking views of the Currumbin Valley from every angle. Ideal for entertaining, this immaculate property offers expansive open-plan living, generous bedrooms, a well-equipped modern kitchen with bar area plus vast alfresco patios and a Balinese pavilion.

The main residence epitomises the best of open-plan living, featuring multiple interconnected living and dining areas. The modern kitchen, equipped with European appliances, tiled splashback, wide benches and LED feature lighting flows seamlessly from the open living room with bar/breakfast areas. The home also features three generously-sized bedrooms. The master suite, complete with walk-in-wardrobe, features a spacious ensuite with a deep curved tub and separate shower.

Rich timber panelling makes the interior warm and inviting.

Beautiful slate flooring extends through the kitchen, living/dining and flows out onto the wide wrap-around verandas. A stunning resort-style saltwater pool with a large paved sundeck provides ample opportunities to take in the magical valley views. Adjacent

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to the pool area is a Balinese-inspired entertainment pavilion and a second paved alfresco dining area with feature lighting and beautiful tropical landscaping.

Backing onto the rainforest is the separate two-bedroom studio.

Fully self-contained with ample parking, bathroom, kitchenette and open-plan living, it is the perfect space for visiting guests or potentially as rental income.

The newly appointed interior boasts quality fixtures and fittings throughout. A stylish in-wall combustion woodheater provides a sanctuary for those cooler winter evenings. Other features include solar hot water, satellite internet, media room, study/office, five bay shed with two lock up bays, an undercover carport and a well maintained tennis court complete with clubhouse.

A 40 minute drive to the Gold Coast and a 25 minute drive to Coolangatta ensures that Bella Monte is easily accessible yet supremely private.

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KAMERAIGAL

Contemporary resort style sanctuary Stunning vistas over bushland, ocean and lake • Gourmet kitchen & butler’s pantry • Formal dining with exotic aquarium Infinity-edge pool with waterfall, spa • Additional 20 metre lap pool • Full-sized tennis court and fully-equipped gym Master retreat with walk-in robe & ensuite • Separate entrance to grand office with lounge area, wet bar and terrace 20kms to Sydney CBD, 10 minutes to Narrabeen Lake & beaches • Total privacy & tranquillity from every corner LOCATION: Belrose, NSW | ASPECT: 360° | LAND: 1.51 ha | EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

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ameraigal is exceptional, with unrivalled sweeping bushland, lake and ocean views. This as-new 565m2 executive family residence is generously proportioned across three levels. The property has total privacy, tranquillity plus spectacular living and entertaining areas worthy of a five-star resort.

The showcase upper level has stunning vistas and vast open-plan living with four bedrooms, three bathrooms, four lounge areas, kitchen and laundry. The gourmet kitchen has commercial grade cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, gas stove, electric oven, granite benchtops and walk-in pantry. The master retreat has robes, lounge and ensuite. The dining area has an exotic 400L aquarium. The playroom area contains two bedrooms, bathroom, laundry (originally a kitchenette) and has it’s own entrance. Other features include a huge terrace, pergolas, built-in BBQ and the famous Kameraigal fireplace.

The middle level has a separate entrance – perfect for a business or guest accommodation. The office has bespoke fittings plus a lounge, wet bar and terrace. There are two large bright bedrooms with robes and ensuites.

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The ground level is an entertainer’s haven with many features including a pool table, bar and a teppanyaki grill. Large bi-fold doors create seamless indoor/outdoor entertaining. There is also a bathroom, laundry and fully equipped gym (or seventh bedroom).

The stunning sun-drenched pool area also features a lawn, palm trees and a pool house. The large spa has a waterfall into the huge pool, which has a magnificent infinity-edge cascading into the 20m lap pool. The three pools are chlorinated, solar-heated and have gas and electric heating, useful for winter or night swimming.

Exterior features include ample parking, a carport for two cars and lockable storage for recreational gear, garden shed, water tanks, fully irrigated landscaping, sun-drenched level and gentle sloping lush lawns, firepit, chicken coop, shed, vegetable garden in garden utility area with potential for stable, pathway around the property perimeter and multiple play areas.

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MIRI MIRI

Elevated rainforest paradise Architect-designed north-facing contemporary home • Separate studio guest accommodation • 6-bay carport In-ground swimming pool • Firepit • Sparkling ocean views • 20 minutes to beaches • 25 minutes to the airport LOCATION: Tallebudgera Valley, QLD | ASPECT: Northerly | LAND: 8.5 ha | PRICE ON APPLICATION 4

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rivate and secluded yet close to beaches, Miri Miri occupies a commanding position overlooking the Gold Coast. In a secret pocket of beautiful Tallebudgera, Miri Miri offers the lifestyle you have dreamed of.

A modern architecturally-designed home with stunning views from Currumbin to North Stradbroke Island emerges from your rainforest driveway. The north-facing three-bedroom, two-bathroom home, is designed with Queensland lifestyle in mind. Living areas that open to the outdoors, swimming pool and firepit all embody the relaxed and outdoor life. Accompanied by sparkling ocean views by day and twinkling lights at night, this is resort living in your own home.

Miri Miri is sustainability at its best.

The environmental features incorporated into the home’s design prove sustainability is no compromise to architectural beauty. North facing rooms, breezeways, polished concrete floors, louvres for cross ventilation, extensive natural lighting, exacting roof-angle design & use of recycled timbers in cabinetry are some of the elements that make this home both spectacular and clever. The property boasts abundant water storage (150,000L). A bore to underground clear

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mountain water ensures a reliable supply for maintaining gardens and outdoor areas.

On 8.5 hectares and at 330m above sea level, the property includes open space, rainforest, eucalypt forest, bush tracks, creeks and waterfalls. Enjoy the abundant wildlife, including koalas and wallabies. There is also plenty of room for your horse and chickens.

Nestled on the rainforest edge is the guest cottage accommodation.

Satu Lagi is a completely self-contained, contemporary studio cottage, sleeping five. It is lovingly hand-crafted from recycled and re-purposed materials. In a peaceful nook of the property, Satu Lagi is a great escape for friends and guests. It has its own firepit and a unique open air bathroom with large cast iron bath and indulgent rain shower-head.

This is a unique property offering a desirable lifestyle opportunity.

Peaceful, spectacular, and spacious, within easy reach of trendy urban beachside suburbs. A hidden retreat close to the famous Burleigh and Currumbin surf breaks and Gold Coast International Airport.

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MOUNTAIN VIEWS

Breathtaking and peaceful Panoramic mountain views • 1.8 km of pristine river and creek front • 20 megalitre water entitlement Timber and Lemon Myrtle plantations • Stunning views of Mount Warning • 45 minutes to Gold Coast • 1.5 hours to Brisbane LOCATION: Uki, NSW | ASPECT: North Easterly | LAND: 30 ha | PRICE: $2.5 - $2.7 million

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ust 18 kilometres from Murwillumbah and 30 minutes from Pottsville Beach, nestled at the base of Mount Warning, is this stunning parcel of 75 acres.

The home sits amongst tranquil gardens on a lush, raised plateau with 1.8 kilometres of pristine river and creek front. A backdrop of breathtaking mountains and rainforest ensures beautiful views from every room in the home.

This offering is one of two separate and distinct parcels totaling 94 acres, to be offered as one, or separately. Lot 1 is 75 acres of mostly usable land and lot 23 is 19 acres of completely usable land.

The four-bedroom house features Sydney Bluegum floors, hoop pine skirting, New Guinea Rosewood doors and a Tasmanian Oak kitchen with Miele appliances, double ovens and a spacious walk-in pantry.

The open-plan living extends from the kitchen across an incredibly sizeable entertaining and sitting room with a high-end Yotel fireplace,

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imported from Scandinavia, with granite hearth and oak mantel.

Across the grounds of the estate, 748 Bunya pines, which are recognised as ideal for building musical instruments, have been planted (these trees are now 16-years old). There is also a 20 megalitre water entitlement, ideal to start a nursery. There is a plantation of approximately 600 Lemon Myrtle Trees with additional trees planted throughout the property.

The property also contains a shed, veggie garden, cattle yards and five strand fencing along the road with five access points.

Mountain Views is set amongst pristine countryside yet is only 45 minutes to the Gold Coast International Airport, 40 minutes to Byron Bay, 18 minutes to Murwillumbah and 90 minutes to Brisbane.

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A rare jewel in the Golden Mile crown 6 star luxury living • Master craftsman-built with exemplary finishes • Aspirational bayside living Entertainer’s delight • Swimming pool with sun-drenched terrace • Lock up and leave low maintenance LOCATION: Brighton, VIC | ASPECT: North Westerly | SIZE: 288 m2 | CONTACT AGENT

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ith six star luxury living built to perfection, this superb residence evokes refined grandeur, customised symmetry and exemplary finishes at every turn. Superbly framed by uninterrupted bayside views from the idyllic sun-drenched rooftop terrace and marble bar, spanning four levels.

An impressive entrance leads to a harmonious formal lounge with feature gas fireplace and built in-bar. Black and white full-length marble adorns the powder room, leading on to an inviting library.

The open-plan family living/dining room is crowned by views to a luxurious heated swimming pool and entertaining terrace to relish.

The heart of the home is further accented by a prestigious natural stone kitchen. Highlighting innovation and function is a superb Wolf Stove, Miele dishwasher, coffee machine, steamer, integrated refrigerators, ice maker and wine fridge.

The main quarters consist of three ensuite bedrooms with flawless finishes rarely seen to this level. The sublime main bedroom exudes incredible detail rivalling any luxury hotel presidential suite with selfcontained kitchenette, retreat, balcony, walk-in robe and majestic ensuite with parquetry marble flooring, Carrarra Italian egg bath and inspirational views to the bay. The second bedroom enjoys a natural

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stone ensuite, walk-in robe and balcony, whilst the lower level conceals substantial storage, linen press and a third bedroom that features a kitchenette, study and stone ensuite.

This magnificent residence offers innovation and opulence throughout by creating the ultimate in tranquillity, security and aspirational lifestyle. Featuring a four level lift from basement to rooftop, basement garaging for four cars with ingenious, covered, bluestone- clad remote door. Further highlights include fully networked surround sound throughout, CCTV security cameras, CAT5 cabling, superb wine cellar for 500 bottles, hydronic heating, zoned climate control in every room, remote blinds, laundry with Miele washer and dryer and ample storage. Moments to the foreshore and nearby to fabulous shopping, restaurants, cafés and prestigious schools.

Built to appeal to the most distinguished of buyers yearning for world-class style of unequalled luxury and classic contemporary design encapsulating prized bayside trophy living.

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A Creative Odyssey After nearly half a century, celebrated Australian artist Ken Johnson's global journey to unearth new inspiration shows no signs of slowing, as Unique Luxury discovers.

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he hardest part of the creative process for Ken Johnson is knowing when to stop.

The creative output of the globally-renowned Sydney born-and-bred landscape artist has been prodigious throughout the almost 50 years’ he has spent painting, sculpting and travelling.

When he was younger, Ken would pull 18-hour days, seven days a week in his studio. Now aged in his late 60's, he has scaled back to 10 to 12-hour days, five days a week.

Still, those days will invariably begin at 3am when he gets up to meditate for half an hour (a decades-old routine) then walks until daybreak. By 7am he's in his studio working, often forgetting to take breakfast and lunch.

His Australian coastal and outback muses sustenance enough.

It was the same creative work ethic he took to Incatrole, the epic and exotic estate he built near Byron Bay over more than a decade from 1999.

The much-travelled artist brought influences of Spanish, Rajasthani, Moroccan, Mexican and Balinese design and décor into his sprawling, magical retreat.

“The house was designed to encompass all of my travels and atmospheres.

“It was originally designed by my brother and I and then, as I grew, I added on viewing decks, free forming, rather like what I produce in the studio.”

That barn-turned-studio was built from 400,000 bricks that he rendered and had glass doors facing to the northeast, which the cows roaming the five-acre property used to lick.

The fishponds he built with cascading waterfalls lining the walkway to the studio used to feed his inspiration on his “walk to work” every morning.

The main house was laid out around the Moorish style courtyard pool and an extensive covered patio dining area. A walk through the subtropical gardens took you past a separate and generously proportioned guest cottage.

Many forms of wildlife wandered around the grounds and platypus played in the large pond that attracted a myriad of birds, from jabirus to black swans.

Many of Ken’s much-loved Rajistani details included 1,000-year-old sandalwood columns that framed the large central living space, 500-year-old doors and hand made basins.

He enjoyed “every aspect of creating original ideas” when building and adding to what he referred to as a “continual work in progress”.

“I loved the bathroom ensuite which [featured] a sunken bath and meditation room. I also enjoyed the kitchen with its sweeping view of the 75-acre lake in front with a large deck with tall arches framing the view. The biggest challenge [however] was knowing when to stop building. There was always the temptation to extend it.”

He finally drew a line under the 14-year labour of love when he sold the property via Unique Estates in 2012.

In that time he had also embarked on another major capital works project. In 2009, Ken and two Indian friends embarked on fundraising and construction of the Jambange Medical Centre, a four-storey free clinic in the West Bengal village of Rimbick, a remote outpost at the foot of the Himalayas.

“EVERY DAY IS FASCINATING WHEN YOU ARE AN ARTIST – YOUR HEART DICTATES THE DAY.”

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Ken Johnson's property that he built - Incatrole

He used some of the proceeds from Incatrole's sale to complete the centre in 2013.

Thanks to his efforts, impoverished villagers and refugees from Nepal and Tibet have access to medical treatment they had previously been several days walk from.

Plans are also afoot for an orphanage and school in the area where students can train as sculptors.

These days Ken can be found on the "wild coastline" of Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula where his teenage daughter - one of three children - goes to school.

In 2014, Ken told the Sydney Morning Herald that “the peninsula has all the things I adore in one place”. “Bushes that choke the roads, fields that collar the squiggly paths to the beaches, winds that bite and turbulent skies that are ever-changing. I am so busy with the terrain, it's like I have a motor inside me.

“Slow down? Not until I die.''

His current studio is smaller than he has been used to – but is only temporary.

“It's chaotic, very cluttered but I manage to know where everything is whenever I need it.

“I will be building a larger one in the near future”.

Ken has sought inspiration from far and wide throughout his career which has included stints painting vistas and teaching in places as diverse as Antarctica, Venice, India, Norway and Tuscany. Producing work he has exhibited the world over, including Hong Kong, China, Switzerland and the US in addition to all corners of his homeland.

His distinctive multi-layered oil paintings and sculptures grace a dizzying array of notable private and public collections, including those of Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull, media baron Rupert

Murdoch, Israel’s Presidential Palace, the St George Bank, Wesfarmers, Bank of America, BP Australia and Lloyds of London to name just a few.

Later this month he is holding an exhibition in a museum in Japan before visiting Croatia for a painting commission. He will then return to the Tuscan town of Carrare to finish sculpting eight marble figures to complete a project started two years ago.

“Every day is fascinating when you are an artist – your heart dictates the day.”

He traces his first artistic inclination back to kindergarten “where I realised that I wanted to draw as good as two other kids”. It was not until he was 15 and sold three paintings on the same day that Ken “became determined” to make a proper go at it.

“I loved the entire creative idea of being in charge of my life.”

After graduating from Sydney’s National Art School in Fine Art and Graphic Design at 20 he left these shores to escape going to the Vietnam War. Setting off on an odyssey to follow his grandfather’s journey to Australia around South America’s Cape Horn by boat.

“I remained overseas until the war finished and then returned to Australia only to discover that I enjoyed travelling so much that I thought I would like to make a career as a travelling painter and sculptor.”

It's safe to say he has over-reached his ambition.

“I paint, sculpt and design from my heart, carefully choosing subjects that I encounter in life.“ He finds it impossible to distil high points from his career, instead nominating all of it as a highlight and the fact he's been able “to juggle creativity with having a family”.

No wonder he never wants to stop.

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Unique Apartments From Hamilton Island apartments with private marina berths to Sydney CBD luxury high-rise living

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SYDNEY SKYHOME

Views, location and opulence Spectacular skyhome nestled alongside the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge Meticulously crafted luxury with sun-filled open-plan living areas • Expansive outdoor terraces capturing harbour vistas Architecturally-designed by celebrated designers SJB • Floor-to-ceiling glazing & Miele appliances Within walking distance of the Sydney CBD and harbour foreshore LOCATION: Milsons Point, Sydney, NSW | ASPECT: Northerly | SIZE: 400 m2

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ommanding one of the finest vantage points in Sydney and perched alongside the iconic Harbour Bridge lies Sydney Skyhome – an opulent retreat that delights all the senses.

Meticulously crafted by lauded local architecture and design firm SJB, this sublime penthouse is one of only four three-bedroom, three-bathroom skyhomes floating atop the newly constructed Bridgehill Residences in the cosmopolitan enclave of Milsons Point.

Affording a cavernous 400m2 of internal and external living space, almost a quarter of which is taken up by the home’s expansive wraparound east, north and west-facing terraces, this sophisticated contemporary residence offers floor-to-ceiling glazing specifically designed to show off the picture postcard vistas of Sydney Harbour and its surrounds.

The large gourmet kitchen comes complete with a timber-framed island bench, thick stone bench tops and a full suite of Miele appliances including a pyrolytic wall-mounted oven, 860mm-

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wide gas cooktop and integrated dishwasher, refrigerator and oak timber flooring.

The building itself is crowned by a communal roof deck providing the perfect sky-high vantage point from which to truly ingest the splendour of the city’s bustling waterways, its impressive headlands or capture Sydney’s celebrated harbour fireworks shows.

Coming complete with two undercover car spaces, additional basement storage, study and powder room and ducted reverse cycle air-conditioning, this prestige skyhome offers the ultimate retreat from which to explore the city and its amusements with the excitement of Luna Park and the Opera House, the tranquility of the Art Barton Park and harbour foreshore track and the convenience of the ferry wharf all just metres from its front door.

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NANTUCKET - BREAKFAST POINT Continuing the tradition of classic coastal living with a prized harbour vantage point Selection of completed one & two bedrooms • Ready for immediate occupation • Short walk to Sydney Harbour foreshore Exclusive access to Country Club and facilities • Security lifts with exclusive access to each level Miele stainless steel appliances, Italian tiles • Caesarstone benchtops, splashback and vanities • Private balcony, NBN ready LOCATION: Breakfast Point, NSW | ASPECT: Varied | SIZE: 55 - 106 m2

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hether it’s a morning jog along the famous Harbour-front walking tracks or a gentle stroll through the community to nearby gourmet cafés, hair salons and day spas, Nantucket has everything you would expect from a Rose residence.

Located a stone’s throw from the magnificent Sydney Harbour and our exclusive Breakfast Point Country Club, Nantucket apartments offer Rose’s exquisite standard of living; elegant, generously proportioned layouts with an expansive gourmet kitchen and a private balcony accessed from the living room through full-height glass doors.

True to the Rose luxury design standards, Nantucket apartments are appointed with air-conditioning to the living/dining room and bedrooms. The European-style designer kitchens incorporate premium Miele appliances including oven, gas cooktop and dishwasher set in bespoke cabinetry of polyurethane, contrasting with the warm tones of timber veneer displays in the island benches. The latest marble-inspired Caesarstone bench tops and splashbacks complete the picture of a contemporary and comfortable heart of the home.

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Bathrooms and ensuites are an illustration of superior attention to detail with chrome tapware, top mounted Parisi basins on Caesarstone vanity tops with the bath in the ensuite enclosed in large tablets of Caesarstone. Polyurethane and timber veneer cabinetry complete the overall sense of coastal elegance.

Not to mention the security video intercom, secure car park and additional storage in the security basement.

Nantucket boasts an idyllic harbour side environment with first-class resident amenities. Living here, you’ll enjoy exclusive access to the resident’s private Country Club and a host of recreation and lifestyle activities including pilates, aqua-aerobics and a state-of-the-art gymnasium. With two swimming pools, a spa, sauna, steam room, and five tennis courts at your disposal, your lifestyle can be as active, social or relaxing as you choose. There are parklands to wander in, sports on the village green to watch or participate in, and in the Village Centre, shops, cafés and more.

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PAVILLIONS 15

Penthouse luxury living on Hamilton Island

FIRB approved • Full-floor penthouse overlooking Hamilton Island • 18 metre marina berth • Heated spa pool Easy access to Dent Island Golf Course • Holiday rental return • Double buggy garage Customised fully-equipped lock-up cellar • On island building manager • Walking distance to shops and restaurants LOCATION: Hamilton Island, QLD | ASPECT: Northerly | SIZE: 582 m2

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nly one – of the five ‘Pavilions’ penthouses has been offered to market since originally sold off the plan. Developed in 2004 by Grant Kenny & Jim Goldberg, Pavillions comprises of 25 apartments situated right on the Hamilton Island Marina, making this a highly sought after location.

With entry via an elevator, Pavillions 15 penthouse boasts breathtaking views of the Hamilton Island Marina and Henning Island. This Penthouse features expansive open living spaces and uninterrupted marina views, allowing the outdoors in.

The stunning grand balcony, equipped with private sunken spa pool overlooks the marina, while the media room provides a perfect place to unwind and relax in luxurious comfort. The interiors have been tastefully selected throughout, establishing an uncomplicated yet sophisticated sense of style.

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provides plenty of bench space and thoughtful positioning opens out for alfresco dining to the terrace, to maximise the stunning water views inviting the outside in. Pavillions 15 penthouse contains four large bedrooms each with ensuite, three with balconies, allowing plenty of natural ventilation and sunlight. The master suite includes a luxurious built-in spa – complete with marina views, double vanity and large walk-in robe. The contemporary design of this genuinely stunning property allows for functionality and convenience whilst maintaining the utmost level of style and quality.

There is the luxury and accessibility of an 18 metre powered marina berth and there is also a double lock-up buggy garage. This is a property ready to be enjoyed.

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GASWORKS RESIDENCES

Refined urban village lifestyle Sophisticated urban village lifestyle • Overlooking the heritage listed gasometer Private rooftop retreat with 25m Infinity-edge pool • Fully-equipped gymnasium & yoga terrace Floor-to-ceiling glass & large entertainer balcony • Waterfall stone benchtops • On average 25% larger than the inner city apartments Gasworks retail & dining precinct at your doorstep • 2.5km from Brisbane CBD, 10km from Brisbane International Airport LOCATION: Newstead, Brisbane, QLD | ASPECT: Varies | AVERAGE SIZE: 92 m2

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efined luxurious living in a contemporary inner city enclave defines Gasworks Residences, a new project by multi awardwinning local developer Tom Dooley.

Located in the heart of the riverside suburb of Newstead in Brisbane, this boutique development offers the ultimate urban village lifestyle with a selection of meticulously and thoughtfully designed apartments just metres from the area’s trendy retail and dining precinct and within walking distance of its popular running tracks and cycleways.

The showpiece of each one of the highly desirable apartments, which range in size from 77m2 to 111m2, are the impressive floor-to-ceiling windows and large entertainer’s balcony that spills inside to extend the spacious open-plan living space.

In addition, each exceptional apartment comes with a generous master suite offering both a walk-in wardrobe and ensuite, an integrated digital-ready study, ample storage and the urban luxury of a secure undercover carpark.

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Sited over 5,000m2, the building footprint occupies less than half the site area with the remaining space offering generous forecourt areas and urban parkland while the development’s unique rooftop retreat offers a large swimming pool, health club, yoga terrace, outdoor kitchen and private sunken courtyards.

Construction has officially commenced in Newstead Riverpark and buyers are one step closer to calling Gasworks home, with construction due for completion in mid-2018. Gasworks Residences continues Tom Dooley Developments’ focus to deliver generously-sized apartments in superior locations that appeal to owner occupiers and investors alike. The developer’s last project, also at Gasworks, was fully tenanted within weeks with returns averaging 5%, and early re-sales have enjoyed strong capital gains.

With over 85% of Gasworks Residences sold, act now to secure your place.

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BANYAN TREE RESIDENCES

Luxury living with unrivalled finesse

Architecturally-designed by Woods Bagot • 76 luxury two and three bedroom apartments Panoramic cityscape and riverside views • 24-hour concierge, health club, function rooms and barbecue facilities Shared rooftop infinity pool • Secure underground car park • Due for completion mid-2019 20 minutes to Brisbane International Airport LOCATION: Kangaroo Point, QLD | ASPECT: Varies APARTMENT: 109 - 244m2 | PENTHOUSE: 250 - 631m2

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ranscending the bounds of sophisticated urban expansion, Banyan Tree is an unprecedented Brisbane development on an epic scale.

Designed by premier architectural firm Woods Bagot, it is the first residential project of its type to be developed in the city by Banyan Tree – an award-winning specialist luxury group that operates more than 150 of the world’s most impressive resorts, spas and retail galleries.

Rising 10 levels above the historic riverside suburb of Kangaroo Point, this development offers a selection of 76 two and three-bedroom apartments each of which have been designed to encapsulate a new touchstone in contemporary urban living.

Due for completion in 2019, the development will also see a retail area featuring high-end providores and a Banyan Tree-operated spa and gallery constructed on the ground floor.

As a purchaser, Banyan Tree Residences Brisbane are also providing the following offers: Membership to the Banyan Tree Sanctuary Club, which 136

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entitles you to exclusive discounts and privileges through the group’s global network of resorts and spas. One weeks free stay in selected Banyan Tree resorts for five years. Access through the body corporate to the Banyan Tree Private Collection, an exclusive destination club with a portfolio of villas in stunning locations like Tuscany and Provence and complimentary monthly spa treatments for two years.

Sitting across the river on the eastern fringe of Brisbane city, Banyan Tree Residences are perfectly positioned near a raft of amenities, public transport options and employment nodes and is in close proximity to Kangaroo Point Cliffs and parklands, City Botanic Gardens, QUT Gardens Point Campus, Mowbray Park and the Gallery of Modern Art.

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hef Brent Savage likes to talk a lot about all the things Cirrus is not.

Particularly, it seems, when it comes to the apparent formality of his latest business venture.

“This isn't a fine-dining restaurant at all. It’s a seafood restaurant,” the two-time Good Food Guide Chef of the Year told online magazine Broadsheet.

“It’s accessible rather than high-end,” he scolded the Daily Telegraph.

“I don’t consider Cirrus to be fine dining,” he chided Unique Luxury.

“While the food may be considered fine dining”, Savage says, “the casual setting and shared concept makes the restaurant more approachable”.

Right, so now that we’ve got that out of the way, let’s instead talk about everything that Cirrus is.

Cirrus is the latest offering from the multi-award winning team behind high-profile eateries Bentley Restaurant + Bar, Monopole and Yellow, chef Savage and sommelier Nick Hildebrandt.

A seafood “focused” restaurant located on the water’s edge at Sydney’s newest dining precinct, Barangaroo, it is open for lunch and dinner seven days a week where Savage and his team produce around 100 covers per sitting.

It is a place whose name is derived from the cloud formation of the Anadara building that the restaurant is located in.

In addition to all this, Cirrus is also an eatery that packs a serious punch with critics where it has been described as everything from “a restaurant that celebrates Sydney and seafood in equal measures” to a “revelatory experience” where “grown-up food for serious food lovers” is on offer. Veteran “reviewer of tables” John Lethlean even went so far as to call Cirrus the Bentley Boys’ “greatest love child”.

Occupying the space previously tenanted by Danish chef Rene Redzepi’s memorable pop up restaurant Nobu, Cirrus opened with a hiss and roar just last September.

Its 35 staff were out to make an impression in the cluttered Sydney dining scene from the minute the restaurant was completed after playing host to 350-plus of the city’s culinary big-hitters at the SMH’s Good Food Guide Awards - before Cirrus had even opened its doors to the public.

But as frantic as the co-owners are in attempting to equally service all four restaurants under their charge, it was obvious Cirrus’ sensational views across the northern end of Darling Harbour to Pyrmont and Goat Island, were going to prove hard to resist.

And in fact, Savage says, they proved a defining factor in his decision to add another restaurant to their burgeoning portfolio.

“We felt that Barangaroo was going to be an iconic food precinct for Sydney. It was a unique opportunity to be offered a waterfront location with harbour side views in the central business district.”

Cirrus’ trendy but inviting interior space was put together by the duo’s long-time design collaborator, designer and former restaurateur Pascale Gomes-McNabb. The Melbourne-based visionary’s relationship with the pair goes back more than a decade.

Savage says the design plays on the harbourside location and nautical heritage, and appears to seamlessly blend in with the curvaceous nature of the headland as if it were part of the landscape.

Lighter and brighter than the design of their other venues, there are dozens of stalactite-type timber dowel rods coming down from the ceiling while the theatrical flourishes conceived by Gomes-McNabb include a wine wall, gold polish added to the concrete floor and a boat that has been suspended from the roof.

“Because we have a glass exterior, we used a mix or lux and earthy materials to make the space feel approachable. We also feature a vintage ‘50s speedboat, called Alvin, which was built locally in Gladesville and brings some fun to the fit out,” says Savage.

While floor-to-ceiling glass walls ensure each patron can enjoy the superb vistas, the most coveted seats are the 40 outside where in between sampling the menu diners are invited to drink in the harbour view, savour the joy of people watching or simply relax in the ambience with the sunshine at their back.

"WORKING WITH FISH MEANS WE NEED TO BE FLEXIBLE AND DYNAMIC BASED ON THE DAILY CATCH.”

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Kingfish, yuzu, daikon & blackbean

"THE RESTAURANT'S UNIQUE FOCUS MEANS EVEN LOYAL PATRONS ARE LIKELY TO DISCOVER SOMETHING NEW EACH TIME THEY DINE." Appropriately, the menu reflects the location and is created from a combination of sustainable seafood and only the best seasonal produce from local growers.

The small but succinct offering includes an array of cheese and dessert options while non-seafood eaters and vegetarians are also catered for.

While its Cirrus’ $120 shared seafood platter – encompassing oysters, tiger prawns, kingfish, scallops, pickled mussels and other accompaniments - which gleans it the most glowing references from diners, Savage says its $28 smoked ocean trout parfait with Fennel Pollen and pickled onions starter option that is considered the restaurant’s signature dish.

Savage says the restaurant’s unique focus means even loyal patrons are likely to discover something new each time they dine.

Also popular is Cirrus’ impressive tasting menu priced at $110 per head. It features a bread roll with house made butter in addition to the smoked ocean trout parfait offering as well as a host of other dishes including cos lettuce with whipped roe and cured yolk, Moreton Bay Bug with house made XO, Mahi Mahi with smoked mussel butter and carrot, dry aged Sirloin with mustard and chips with aioli. The tasting plate is rounded out with an orange cake paired with chocolate, wattle and macadamia.

Just as impressive as the food offerings is the wine list put together by co-owner and uber sommelier Hildebrandt.

Other popular à la carte offerings include a grilled Western Australian Marron with yuzukosho, tomato oil and finger Lime for $42 and a coal roasted Bass Groper with paperbark and aromatic broth priced at $48. The humble cold-blooded vertebrate and potato option is also on the menu with a whole flathead served with chips setting diners back around $38. While caviar options, priced at around $220 for 30g, arrive with brioche and crème fraiche accompaniments.

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“The menu is constantly changing to reflect the newest seasonal produce. Also, working with fish means we need to be flexible and dynamic based on the daily catch.”

After all it is not for no reason that he has twice been awarded Sommelier of the Year in the SMH’s Good Food Guide and also picked up the gong for Sommelier of the Year in the keenly contested Gourmet Traveller Awards.

Noted for having an uncanny ability to read the customers and to help them discover new wines, Hildebrandt has put together a bold and eclectic mix of over 500 wines from around the world, many of them unavailable elsewhere.

With more than 30 options available by the glass or carafe, a particular focus has been put on quality wines that enrich seafood including Champagne, Sauvignon, Semillion, Chenin Blanc and Chardonnay varietals.

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CF ROW

Warehouse wow, in the heart of Melbourne

SoHo designer warehouse living • Boutique block of just seven townhouses • Architecturally-designed by Woods Bagot Walk-in wardrobe • Northerly aspect • Two-car secure basement spaces • Due for completion mid-2017 Only minutes to Fitzroy’s entertainment precinct • Short stroll from Melbourne CBD LOCATION: Fitzroy, VIC | ASPECT: Northerly | SIZE: 163-199 m2 | PRICE: $1.575 - $1.995 million 3

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njoy a rare opportunity to immerse yourself in vibrant Fitzroy, on the doorstep of Melbourne’s central business district, and urban chic location with your pick of seven stunning, contemporary, off-the-plan townhouses.

Award-winning architects Woods Bagot have crafted contemporary SoHo stylish living, work and play within the base of a local landmark, former engineering building CF ROW in Melbourne’s oldest and sought after suburb.

Exquisite detailing, minimalist elegance and sumptuous space are the hallmarks of these high-end three-bedroom, two-bathroom masterpieces that sprawl over a trio of levels.

Due for completion mid-2017, each abode in this boutique complex allows you to luxuriate in the ground floor living/dining space that brings the best of indoor-outdoor living courtesy 142

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of the floor-to-ceiling glass sliding door that opens out to an entertainment area, constructed to optimise the development’s northern aspect.

Level one contains two of the generously-sized bedrooms that each boast a beautifully appointed bathroom. The master bedroom on the floor above is simply sublime with large walk-in robe, generously proportioned ensuite and stunning vista of Melbourne’s CBD just 2.7km away.

The spaciousness extends to the two secure basement car spaces beneath. Although cars won't be needed to indulge in some of Melbourne’s best cafés, restaurants, parks and boutique shopping – just a short stroll away in Fitzroy village.

Text 'CFROW' to +61 428 295 774 for more information

HAWTHORN CLUB PENTHOUSE

Apartment living on an unprecedented scale

Sophisticated luxury and attention to detail • Live within one of Melbourne’s most affluent locations Dining, shopping and lifestyle choices at your door • Customisation available for finishes and fittings Blue chip positioning and investment outlook • Immediate access to Swinburne University Melbourne tops the list of the world’s most livable cities LOCATION: Melbourne, VIC | SIZE: 250.5 m2 | PRICE ON APPLICATION

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aking inspiration from its sophisticated surroundings in Hawthorn, one of Melbourne's most affluent suburbs, Hawthorn Club sits proudly on the corner of Luton Lane & Glenferrie Road.

A sleek, minimalist design ethic combines with premium materials and fittings to bring a quiet style to every room. Colours and finishes evoke warmth and comfort while oak timber floors throughout and full-height doors create a sense of luxury and space. Custom designed kitchen cabinetry with stone benchtops, island bench and splash back ensure an aesthetically inspiring space whilst a Miele oven with cooktop, range hood and dishwasher promise a chef's experience with a superior level of quality.

Hawthorn is a cultural wonderland for dining, education, art and literature with the Hawthorn library.

An inner-city haven, life at Hawthorn Club is about access and

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convenience to some of the city’s most vibrant dining, shopping and lifestyle options.

Additionally you will live or invest just metres from Swinburne University of Technology, one of Melbourne's most reputable and oldest institutions.

The newly-transformed Lido Building is home to the Lido Cinema a fine film specialist and a new cinematic icon for Melbourne.

Sporting complexes, golf courses, park lands and the Yarra River provide numerous recreational and fitness opportunities and ease of access to the eastern freeway connects you to everything that the world's most livable city has to offer.

Text 'HAWTHORN' to +61 428 295 774 for more information

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LUME APARTMENTS

This timeless icon commands stunning views Lume are generously providing stunning Coco Republic furniture packages worth $70,000 with all 3 bed and penthouses sold, $25,000 with 2 bedrooms and $12,500 with 1 bedrooms, including a personalised interior design service.

All including Coco Republic packages, terms and conditions apply

LOCATION: Kangaroo Point, Brisbane, QLD | SIZE: 90 - 149m2 | PRICE ON APPLICATION

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ume rises 13 levels above the historic riverside suburb of Kangaroo Point where it embraces a sweeping and breathtaking vista of visually impressive landmarks.

A café and street front parkland provides a welcoming entry point for residents. It is crowned by a spectacular sky lounge – a sweeping rooftop community terrace comprising extensive gardens, gymnasium, function space, open-air entertainment area and the stunning infinity edge pool.

Lume is positioned to make a lifestyle statement within the thriving landscape of inner-Brisbane apartment living. It will rise above an established landscape of high-rise apartments and original workers cottages. Lume is highly visible from a prime corner position in Kangaroo Point and within walking range of the Brisbane CBD, the Mater Hospital, South Bank Parklands entertainment precinct, Riverstage and The Gabba, yet distant enough to be shielded from the hustle and bustle of the city.

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is a contemporary lifestyle for the chosen few who can aspire to hold it, offering the luxury of an infinity-edge pool and fully-equipped gymnasium to high-end apartments and penthouses with decadent views.

Sitting across the river on the eastern fringe of Brisbane City, Kangaroo Point forms part of the southside inner Brisbane precinct ensuring it is well connected to a raft of distinguished amenities, public transport options and employment nodes that serve a capital city population of over 2.1 million people. Highly appealing is Lume’s proximity to Kangaroo Point Cliffs and parklands, City Botanic Gardens, QUT Gardens Point Campus, Mowbray Park and the Gallery of Modern Art. Towering ceilings, built-in joinery and glass walls that allow a seamless flow of indoor and outdoor living spaces take advantage of the sub-tropical Queensland climate, setting them distinctly apart from other designs.

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LUME PENTHOUSE

1 of 4 stunning penthouses overlooking Brisbane

Architectural showcase • Prime corner position in Kangaroo Point • Stunning views of Brisbane skyline Coco Republic furniture voucher • Sweeping rooftop community terrace • Gymnasium and stunning infinity-edge pool Spectacular sky lounge and entertainment area • Walking distance to Brisbane CBD LOCATION: Kangaroo Point, Brisbane, QLD | SIZE: 188 - 360 m2 | PRICE ON APPLICATION

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erched atop a contemporary new development in the heart of Kangaroo Point in Queensland’s capital, the Lume penthouses represent the pinnacle of world-class luxurious living.

Boasting floor-to-ceiling glass paneling, the quartet of Lume Penthouses affords epic panoramas of the Brisbane skyline and beyond as well as generously proportioned floorplans of between 188m2 and 360m2 apiece.

Sitting 12 levels high, these boutique architecturally-designed residences offer a choice of three or four bedrooms plus media room/study in addition to 2.5 bathrooms, walk-in robes, powder room and internal laundry.

Thoughtfully and cleverly designed to appeal to those who enjoy entertaining, these enviable apartments offer the best in seven star living with bespoke kitchen spaces incorporating top-of-the-line appliances, hand-crafted cabinetry and butler’s pantry specifically designed with the home chef in mind.

Crafted to appeal to the entertainer, each penthouse comes complete with a decadent outdoor living and alfresco dining space positioned to

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take advantage of the area’s enviable sub-tropical climate.

The attention to detail shown in the penthouses is further complemented by the elegance of its amenities, the likes of which include a sweeping rooftop community terrace with landscaped gardens, a health and fitness club, function space, open-air entertainment area and a stunning infinity-edge pool from which the sweeping 180 degree city vistas can be indulged.

In addition, each of the four boutique penthouses comes with a range of storage options and garaging for between three and four vehicles.

Highly visible from a prime corner position of Kangaroo Point and sitting across the river on the eastern fringe of Brisbane City, the location is well connected to a raft of distinguished amenities, schools, public transport options and employment nodes.

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85 SPRING STREET PENTHOUSE

Melbourne's very best

The city’s most distinguished new address • Esteemed level of luxury living • Blue chip investment location Stunning park and city vistas • Concierge service • In the heart of Melbourne's cultural scene Luxury shopping & restaurants nearby

LOCATION: Melbourne, VIC | ASPECT: North Easterly | SIZE: 610 m2 | PRICE ON APPLICATION

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erfectly positioned within Melbourne’s premium culinary and entertainment precinct, 85 Spring Street is the city’s most distinguished new address.

Penthouse 3802 provides the rare opportunity to acquire Melbourne’s most sophisticated penthouse in an unmatched, blue chip location. Sprawling across 610m2 with park and city vistas, you will be elevated to the city’s most esteemed level of luxurious living.

This highly desirable location offers commanding views across Treasury Gardens to the MCG and beyond. The north-easterly aspect opens to views of the majestic spires of St Patrick’s Cathedral while views to the north feature grand heritage icons such as Parliament House and the Royal Exhibition Building.

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Stepping in from Spring Street, residents and visitors will enter a grand, double-height foyer finished in rich timber and polished metal detailing. At the reception desk, a concierge will be on hand to assist residents with everything from receiving deliveries to arranging dinner bookings.

The very best of Melbourne’s thriving cultural scene, sporting grounds and shopping destinations are within easy walking distance of 85 Spring Street, whilst the historic Hotel Windsor is immediately next door. 85 Spring Street presents a rare opportunity to enjoy life at the top end of town, everything that makes Melbourne the world’s most liveable city is right here.

Text 'SPRINGSTREET' to +61 428 295 774 for more information

Where life revolves around you Landmark building representing 38 levels of luxury • Positioned in Sydney's 'dress circle' • Most apartments are north-facing Designed by Bates Smart • Impeccable transport links • 1 and 2 bedroom apartments available LOCATION: Sydney, NSW | ASPECT: Varied | SIZE: 77 - 135 m2 PRICE: 1 bedroom from $1.148 million | 2 bedrooms from $2.19 million

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ne30 Hyde Park is located in the heart of Sydney on Hyde Park and offers magnificent views of Sydney.

One30 Hyde Park is a 38 level building incorporating 140 apartments over 38 floors, ground level retail, parking and storage.

Surround yourself in style with one-bedroom apartments up to 80 square metres, while the two bedroom apartments, all with ensuites, range from 99 square metres to 135 square metres.

Floor-to-ceiling glass combined with high ceilings maximise views and light. One30 Hyde Park showcases pared-down luxury that encapsulates the city’s relaxed, yet sophisticated, ambiance.

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Fittings and fixtures have been meticulously selected by Bates Smart who have blended comfort and convenience with flair and elegance.

Rich marbles, granites and timbers convey refinement and typify the timeless, classical style that avoids the vagaries of passing fashion.

At One30 Hyde Park, prestige is evident in every aspect.

One30 Hyde is one of only three buildings with a true Northly aspect and views over Hyde Park that will never be built out. Secure your share of this magnificent location and city at One30 Hyde today.

Text 'ONE30' to +61 428 295 774 for more information

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LUMIERE

A leading light in high-rise resort-style living

Outstanding cityscape views • Glorious northerly aspect • European appliances Reverse cycle air-conditioning and secure lock up carspace • 24 hour concierge and monitored security Access to 50 metre indoor/outdoor pool, sauna, spa, health club, function room and guest theatrettes Within walking distance of Darling Harbour, King Street Wharf & Chinatown & links to ferry, bus & train services on your doorstep LOCATION: Sydney, NSW | ASPECT: Northerly | SIZE: 131 m2

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nspired by the 21st century contemporary urban lifestyle, Lumiere is a vertiginous skyhome where sophisticated elegance is exuded both inside and out.

Occupying a prized site within Sydney’s prestigious midtown precinct, this inviting two-bedroom, two-bathroom residence is set on level 35 of the Lumiere vertical village where it enjoys exceptional views across some of the city’s most popular heritage sites including the Queen Victoria Building, Town Hall and St Andrews Cathedral.

Architecturally-designed by Foster + Partners on the site of the former Regent Theatre and boasting a metal and glass façade, this residence features an interior loggia constructed from high performance glazing that provides protection from the sun as well as a private sanctuary from which to enjoy the warmth of the glorious Sydney sunshine all year around.

The lower level of the property plays host to an open-plan dining room and galley-style kitchen boasting all the high-end features you would expect of a property of this calibre including a stone island

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benchtop, dishwasher, full-sized built-in fridge and stainless steel Smeg appliances.

Off to the rear of the kitchen is a self-contained laundry and WC with a separate storage/utilies space.

Upstairs you will find the home’s living quarters with the 3.9m x 3.5m master bedroom featuring bi-fold doors leading out to an enclosed balcony, together with ensuite bathroom and built-in robe.

Resort-style communal amenities round out this impressive offering with exclusive access to Club Lumiere affording the chance to relax in the sauna or spa after a hard day shopping or to wash off the cobwebs with a refreshing swim in the complex’s 50-metre indoor/ outdoor pool.

Within walking distance of Sydney’s best retail and entertainment precincts and with impeccable public transport links at your doorstep, Lumiere truly offers the best in contemporary high-rise living.

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QUEENS PLACE

Double-storey penthouse

Vibrant Melbourne CBD location • Designed in collaboration with Cox Architecture, Fender Katsalidis Architects & Hecker Guthrie Situated on the verge of Flagstaff Hill • Striking tri-form construction • Comprising of two 80-storey residential towers One, two and three bedroom apartments on offer • Podium level pool, games and dining facilities An urban village in itself with numerous meeting places and ground level modern town square 2 minutes walk to Victoria Market • 2 minutes to central Melbourne's shopping district LOCATION: Melbourne, VIC | SIZE: 251 m2 | PRICE ON APPLICATION

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his expansive and sublimely appointed Queens Place penthouse will reward owners with the ultimate in urban sophistication.

Located on levels 77 and 78, PH7706 is a 251m2 residence to be finished with quality fittings that include miele kitchen appliances, timber floor boards throughout, natural stone bench tops, feature lighting, feature breakfast bar and a floating staircase.

Queens Residences benefit from the convenience of a private entry lobby and, in addition to communal facilities on levels three to five, receive exclusive access to the premium resident amenities of levels 51 and 52. Among them, a second pool and spa, sauna, steam rooms, private bar, lounge and a private dining room with commercial kitchen.

Queens Place offers a level of communal amenities above and beyond that of any residential development in Melbourne’s history. Within levels three to five, there is a pool, spa, private dining rooms, caterer’s kitchens, games rooms, private cinemas, a library, poker, mah jong room, a private garden terrace, karaoke suite, even a cigar bar.

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on offer, including a concierge, business centre, meeting room, and valet parking, to name but a few.

A Queens Place address puts you at the centre of all its key areas and attractions—the education precinct, home to Melbourne University and RMIT University; major sporting stadiums; the medical precinct; arts and entertainment venues—all are only minutes from your door thanks to the city’s efficient public transport system. Closer still is the city’s retail precinct.

A two-minute walk puts you at the entry to 188,000 square metres of indoor shopping malls and department stores— all of them connected—including Melbourne Central, Emporium, Myer and David Jones; a total of just under 2,000 individual retailers. Also a twominute walk from Queens Place, the farm fresh produce, bustling food halls, shops and traders of the historic Queen Victoria Market: the largest open-air market in the Southern Hemisphere.

Text 'QUEENS' to +61 428 295 774 for more information

Melbourne's most iconic address Melbourne's first six-star residential and luxury retail development Designed by Bates Smart, famous for The Melburnian and the Crown Metropol Spectacular vistas across Melbourne from Albert Park Lake to Port Phillip Bay & south-east to the Dandenong Ranges 1,2 & 3 bedroom apartments available

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apitol Grand South Yarra began with a vision to create an iconic luxury development that would redefine residential living in Melbourne for a global audience.

kitchens for private catering, also a landscaped-designed elevated 2,500m2 garden with extensive green space specially designed to take advantage of the Australian light and year-round climate.

Introducing Melbourne’s first six-star integrated residential and retail lifestyle precinct at the iconic corner of Chapel Street and Toorak Road, in Melbourne’s South Yarra – one of Australia’s most prestigious sites.

Fitness and relaxation are an important element of the Capitol Grand South Yarra lifestyle, and the residence includes two state-of-the-art gyms, two architecturally-designed swimming pools including an infinity pool on Level 33 for the private use of upper-level LK Tower residents and spa treatment rooms.

Capitol Grand is bringing New York-style living to Melbourne for the first time with 24-hour concierge, doorman, valet parking and amenities not often seen in Australian luxury apartment living.

The lifestyle precinct of Capitol Grand South Yarra will also feature a luxury retail centre, offering high-end fashion brands at the doorstep of Capitol Grand South Yarra residences, as well as international dining destinations and entertainment options.

Capitol Grand South Yarra’s LK Tower will be the highest tower and will have a private entrance on Almeida Crescent, with the smaller Capitol Grand Tower fronting Toorak Road. The two towers are linked by a 26-store double storey retail precinct creating a new lifestyle destination where residents will have leading luxury brands and an array of dining options at their doorstep.

Residents will have access to private dining rooms and chef-style

Exclusivity is a priority at Capitol Grand South Yarra, and residents occupying level 33 and above at LK Tower will have their own lobby and lift access.

Capitol Grand offers one, two and three bedroom apartments as well as full floor skyhomes.

1 bedroom from - $549,000 2 bedrooms from - $940,000 3 bedrooms from - $1,725,000 Full floor skyhomes from - $19.38 million Text 'CAPITOL' to +61 428 295 774 for more information

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THE FAWKNER PENTHOUSE

Generous in scale and luxuriously appointed Prestigious address • Striking architectural design • Extraordinary views of Fawkner Park & Port Philip Bay Exquisitely finished spaces • Superb facilities • Desirable location close to restaurants and cafés Penthouse spread over 2 levels • Gym, pool, sauna & private steam rooms LOCATION: Melbourne, VIC | ASPECT: Easterly & Westerly | SIZE: 383 m2 | PRICE ON APPLICATION

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onveniently located near some of Melbourne’s most beautiful green spaces, including the Yarra River, Royal Botanic Gardens and Albert Park, this prestigious address is matched by a building of significant and striking architectural design. An urban sanctuary offering luxury and unparalleled amenities to its residents, blessed with extraordinary views of Fawkner Park, the Royal Domain, Port Phillip Bay and the city.

The Fawkner invites you to come home to one of the city’s most elegant and desirable locations, renowned for its rich and vibrant shopping, dining and entertainment. Wake up to spectacular views over the park's 41 hectares of criss-crossing pathways lined by mature elms, oaks, poplars and Moreton Bay figs.

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through floor-to-ceiling double glazed windows and opening onto large courtyards, terraces and balconies.

Integrated residential facilities and idyllic relaxation spaces are at your fingertips. Meet guests for a drink in the opulent ground floor lounge area. Arrange a quick business meeting in the executive area or book the private meeting room or theatrette.

Take care of your daily exercise regime on Podium Level seven with a spectacular 20 metre lap pool, gymnasium, private sauna and steam rooms, or slip out onto the tranquility of the sundeck.

Text 'FAWKNER' to +61 428 295 774 for more information

SHADOW PLAY

Evocative and sovereign

Majestic from every perspective • Exquisite materials & finishes • Discrete yet innovative technology Rich & sensual living experience • Private dining, house lounge & gym Stunning city & Dandenong Ranges vistas • Podium terraces and exclusive rooftop LOCATION: Southbank, VIC | ASPECT: South Easterly | SIZE: 135 m2 | PRICE ON APPLICATION

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aptivating and majestic from every perspective, Shadow Play’s seductive facade reflects the sentiment and energy of an incredible city, alive and bursting with life and ambition. A city whose cultural and intellectual desires run deep and contribute beyond measure to Australia’s role on the world stage.

Both elegant and luxurious, residents of this superbly appointed three-bedroom residence on the 43rd floor will be enveloped by exquisite materials and finishes including stone, brass and beautiful crafted timbers. Discrete yet innovative technology will be woven seamlessly into the fabric of the tower, providing world class digital connectivity and concierge facilities.

A rich and sensual living experience is further complemented by unprecedented private dining, in-house lounge and residents

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gym. At rest within one of Shadow Play’s podium terraces or entertaining upon the exclusive rooftop, one can easily appreciate the magnetism of the city and how the stunning vistas have helped shape the attitudes and culture of its natives. To the north, an arresting and artistic portrait of the Dandenong Ranges provides a relaxing bookend to the animated Bayside suburbs of St Kilda and Port Melbourne.

Shadow Play is an extraordinary statement of sculptural intent, beauty and human desire.

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Fashion WOMeN’s

The ‘80s revival continues unabated as cinched waists and power shoulders dominate this spring/summer season.

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CHANEL

www.chanel.com/en_AU Stockists: 1300 242 635

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ull marks to Chanel creative director Karl Lagerfield for taking the sideways baseball cap and managing to make it look feminine and refined.

That’s not where the surprises start though. Chanel opened its spring/summer show with the house’s most iconic tweed jacket modelled by an innocuous white robot. Lagerfeld calls it a “creature of an unknown future”.

If the Chanel woman's future is unknown, pinning down the aesthetic of her present in this collection is just as fraught.

Gabrielle white leather handbag - $5,210 Cap in white and silvery fabric with a white touch fastener - $1,060

Golden metal and fantasy pearls belt embellished with a CC - $7,600

Boots in perforated white suede embellished with touch fasteners - $1,460

The backdrop for the show was a wall of computer servers colourful cables cross-stitched randomly against a chrome expanse.

It gave context to the beautiful chiffon sundresses with cable reliefs looped as if by an exacting IT assistant. There were vibrant vortex silk prints, exquisitely detailed roman-style dresses, and then that sideways baseball cap.

Chanel’s technologically-determined present is as varied and seemingly random as the slew of images on your Instagram feed, and just as compelling.

The sure-winner of the season is the Gabrielle bag, propelled by the star power of Twilight's Kristen Stewart. Lagerfeld said he got the idea for the bag from looking at virtual reality goggles and upending the shape. The result is a flat-bottomed neo hobo number with a double chain that can be worn across both shoulders.

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atriarchy, en guard! Unapologetically, Dior challenges feminine stereotypes to a duel.

One t-shirt on the Dior catwalk announced simply, “We should all be feminists”.

The unmistakable visual theme of the collection is fencing. The sports uniform - white breeches and padded waistcoats - is surprisingly street savvy.

Dior’s new artistic director, Maria Grazia Chiuri, explained: “Fencing is a discipline in which the balance between thought and action, the harmony between mind and heart are essential. The uniform of the female fencer is, with the exception of some special protections, the same as for a male fencer. The female body adapts itself to an outfit which, in turn, seems to have been shaped to its curves.”

The heart symbol is delicately embroidered throughout, as are other pagan and tarot-inspired symbols. Accessories included good-luck charms; earrings, necklaces and signet rings which include motifs of the star, the heart, the four-leaf clover and the signs of the zodiac.

Christian Dior was famously superstitious and Chiuri, as Dior’s first female creative director, beautifully weaves the founder’s personal myth-making with her grounded feminist ideals.

Dior’s signature bar jacket gets a reworking and tulle skirts naively hand-stitched with astrological signs, four-leaf clovers and bees, are at once innocent and assured.

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Evening clutch with top-handle in black calfskin, bee-shaped jewellery closure in aged gold - $2,250 “D-Fence” visor in black cotton and knit - $670

J’Adior” sunglasses. Rectangular shape in white acetate with contour and graphic details in silver metal, black inscriptions, ultra grey lenses - $960

Graphic sandal in white calfskin - $1,450

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GIVENCHY

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overs of nature and wide-leg pants rejoice. The natural world is Riccardo Tisci’s seductive muse this spring/summer 2017 season.

Oversized geode slice pendant necklaces provide both the palette and spiritual force for the collection.

If Tisci is usually all about street sex appeal, then he has gone tantric for summer. Backstage at the show, which fittingly took place at Paris’ Natural History Museum, Tisci stated, “It’s all about mandala, the strength of nature and the strength of spirituality.”

Sliced geodes, printed on dresses and overlaid on a simple blush slip, is the collection’s signature ensemble.

Flat tote in calfskin with crocodile embossed leather - $2,700 Amber resin necklace with stone pendant - $1,050

The agates’ lozenge hues, ruby and amber, are used in block-coloured figure-hugging dresses as well as nip-waisted suiting. Sweetheart necklines and layered slips keep it feminine, with cinched black suiting with flared trousers. Even the zipped pouch pockets keep a feminine silhouette. Add a smattering of gems and shards to the black suiting and the look is both strong and otherworldly.

Trousers are wide with ‘70s appeal. Wide-legged pants, which accentuate movement and height, will out-trend skinny-fits this season. Riccardo Tisci does it best.

Pale gold metal cuff - $1,300 Calfskin leather pump - $1,550

Ribbed school kid socks in faun and amethyst teamed with shiny stilettos with cut-out backs keep the collection’s edge. Still, for those Tisci disciples ready to worship the street, they got the temple instead.

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MIU MIU

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f life’s a beach, then be audacious, seems to be the take-home message of the Miu Miu spring/summer collection.

The ‘60s pool party theme was submerged, if not drowning, in kitsch and extravagance.

The floral appliqué swim cap, which fastens under the chin, reminiscent of the Hollywood bathing beauties of the ‘50s and ‘60s, is the crowning glory of the collection.

It’s a splash-mash of ‘40s to '70s shapes and patterns. Sixties geometrical beach towel prints are used effectively on wartime silhouettes.

Lady bag - $3,100

Ms Prada takes this to the max with thick-pile pool robes in bold ‘60s geometric and floral patterns. It may be a nod to terry towelling kitsch, but these audacious pool coats are all sheared mink.

Khaki and black work-wear is juxtaposed with ruched and smocked bloomers and bustiers. On the street, these sweet smocked pieces will do their best work alone.

Shoes are joyously candy-coloured. The high platforms are sculptured with fish, sea wave and shells patterns, completed with shimmering satin, glossy patent or clear uppers.

Miu Miu, of course, is all about duality - playful yet very strong and assertive. When interviewed about the collection, Ms Prada noted: “The beach is something beautiful and something that’s now warming. Who knows how long we will have beaches?”

Pink slides - $1,010 Bucket bag - $2,430

If there is an ominous doomsday shadow beneath the pool umbrella, it doesn’t eclipse the collection’s extravagance.

When the seas are rising, the Miu Miu woman celebrates what she can. She dons a mink pool robe, or at the very least a pair of super-cute smocked bloomers, and dances on the pool inflatables while the beach recedes.

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Sneakers - $1,040

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iuccia Prada’s latest is a collection for the present. The Prada woman will recognise the foundation pieces - the grey or camel knitted cardigan, the plaid bomber jacket and the schoolgirl kilt.

But don’t think for a second Prada has gone back to austere basics. The key pieces sprout with Dr Seuss eccentricity and opulence.

Exaggerated ostrich feathers frame so much of the spring/summer 2017 collection. A-line skirt hems, trench coat cuffs, stoles, clutches, and belts all get the ostrich feather treatment.

Cahier bag - $4,860

High-waisted ‘40s-style knickers are teamed with crisp geometric patterned shirts.

The silk cheongsam is reworked in black utilitarian chic, but splashed with diamantés.

Bowling bag - $3,650

A signature piece of the collection is a lightweight lemon cheesecake trench - it’s not only trimmed in feather but peppered with diamanté floral motifs.

Mod geometrical patterns as well as simple black are employed in turtlenecks worn under the season’s stand-out - the bralette.

Accessories feature chunky platform heels and flower-adorned slip-on sandals. Clutches get feathered in overdrive.

Feather heels - $1,520

Masculine Bowler bags in bold block colours balance the fluffy femininity of the collection beautifully.

Feather flats - $1,520

If the world is worried for its future, Prada does not look back nor ahead with fear. Like the ostrich, the world may have her head in the sand, but feathers and sparkles make a dazzling and welcome distraction.

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From première beachfront locations to gorgeous Byron Bay hinterland parcels, all the way up to commercial development opportunities in Port Douglas

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Killaloe

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WYNDELLA LAND

Stunning waterfront opportunity Waterfront opportunity on the beautiful shores of Pittwater • 280 degrees of panoramic water view Private jetty (boat access only) • Only 45 minutes to Sydney CBD • Tightly held location

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his absolute waterfront property is 1,600m2 and boasts it’s own jetty on Pittwater’s prestigious Western shores. Wyndella Land is a near level block with massive 280 degree views over Pittwater and would make a fabulous place to build a dream holiday home.

With the adjoining Kuring-Gai Chase National Park at your back gate, you can walk the very popular national park tracks around the headland.

Conveniently located only five minutes by boat, water taxi or ferry to Church Point and then a 45 minute drive to the Sydney CBD. Text 'WYNDELLALAND' to +61 428 295 774 for more information

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Magnificent waterfront holding Panoramic water views • Gentle sloping acreage overlooking Woodville Bay • Secure electric front entrance gates Established driveway • 14km from Hobart and 8km from Glenorchy - home to the Tasmanian Transport Museum Near to schools and all public amenities LOCATION: Otago Bay, TAS | LAND: 1.00 ha | PRICE GUIDE: $500,000 1-4 +

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ere’s the opportunity you’ve been waiting for, to bring your dreams of waterfront living to life.

The best of many worlds combine with this stunning 1.004ha absolute waterfront sloping block with panoramic Derwent River views that also encompass majestic Mount Wellington, barely 20 minutes from downtown Hobart.

This secluded corner of prestigious Otago Bay Road sprawls over 2.5 acres, offering space aplenty to build the home you always wanted.

The elevated property enjoys a northerly aspect and comes

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fully-fenced and with secure electric front entrance gates and an established driveway in place. All it’s awaiting is the realisation of your dream.

A plethora of primary and secondary schools are within a 4km radius of this highly sought after location that is also within 10 minutes of Eastlands and Northgate shopping precincts.

This rare opportunity is simply the complete package.

Text 'OTAGO' to +61 428 295 774 for more information

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PINDIMAR GLADES

Secluded lifestyle paradise

Generous, pristine Australian bushland with approved building entitlement Expansive sea views from elevated prime building site 15 minutes from Tea Gardens and Hawks Nest, Myall River, Mungo Brush National Park and 40kms of secluded surf beach 2 hours from Metropolitan Sydney • 40 minutes from Newcastle and Newcastle Airport LOCATION: Pindimar, NSW | LAND: 40 ha

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ocated in the pristine bushland of Pindimar in the Hunter Region lies this impressive landholding primed for development.

Festooned with tea tree groves and exquisite Australian natives, Pindimar Glades is a 40ha vacant block complete with building entitlement.

Boasting sea views from an elevated build site, permission is already in place to clear a five acre lot on which to build your ideal lifestyle, holiday or family home.

Pindimar Glades is 15 minutes from Tea Gardens and Hawks Nest, with easy access to the water-lovers haven of Port Stephens Bay and more than 20 beaches in the vicinity of Pindimar, 2 hours from the Sydney metropolitan area and a 40 minute drive to the nearest airport in Newcastle.

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KILLALOE

The spirit of Kilalloe Stunning lifestyle block • Elevated, uninterrupted views of the Coral Sea • Highly fertile soils Includes a thriving cane plantation • Abundance of wildlife • Includes pockets of luscious rainforest 10 minutes to the thriving town of Port Douglas LOCATION: Killaloe, QLD | LAND: 64.7 ha | PRICE: $1.45 million

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his bountiful parcel of land is nestled minutes between the thriving resort hub of Port Douglas and the charming township of Mossman in Far North Queensland.

Occupying a highly fertile corner between Colenso Road and Captain Cook Highway, this significant landholding incorporates a thriving cane plantation and expansive elevated views from the ridge to the horizon of the Coral Sea. Pockets of rainforest ensure an abundance of wildlife while unrivalled privacy and a surplus of space affords the very best in rural living.

With its potential only limited by imagination, this property boasts opportunity aplenty to construct a fabulous contemporary family home or a relaxing weekender.

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YAMBA POINT VIEW Build your dream home - Rare absolute oceanfront land in Yamba Absolute oceanfront • North-Easterly aspect • Views to Yamba Point and Clarence Head DA approval for a 700 m2 residence with a lift • Within easy reach of Ballina, Lismore & Grafton 5 minute walk to town, golf club, bowling club and all facilities Only 3 hours from Brisbane, 2 hours from the Gold Coast and a 1.5 hour flight from Sydney • LOCATION: Yamba, NSW | LAND: 455 m2 | PRICE: $2.5 million

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on’t miss this once in a lifetime opportunity to build your dream home elegantly poised on possibly the best ocean front lot in vibrant Yamba. With approval for a 700m2 residence complete with an elevator, this site awaits the vision of a new owner.

From this unrivalled position you will enjoy sweeping views from Yamba Point to Clarence Head. The sloping site invites the creation of private terraces to savor the sun hovering above the golden waves.

This block offers the best of coastal lifestyle, where living next to nature, the sea and the sun, the birds and the fish create a kaleidoscope of color and movement. All this within a 5 minute stroll to Yamba’s lively main street, cafés, golf club, bowling club and famous pristine beaches.

Text 'YAMBA' to +61 428 295 774 for more information

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MOUNTAIN VIEWS LAND Beautiful, completely usable parcel Stunning riverfront land parcel • Build a country retreat in Northern NSW • 19 acres of usable area Building entitlement • 8 megalitre water entitlement • Stunning views to Mount Warning Suitable for foreign investors • 45 minutes to the Gold Coast • 90 minutes to Brisbane LOCATION: Uki, NSW | LAND: 7.96 ha | PRICE: $1 - 1.2 million

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ust 18 kilometres from Murwillumbah, 30 minutes from Pottsville Beach and nestled at the base of Mount Warning, is this stunning parcel of vacant land.

Several swimming holes share its 1 kilometre boundary on the Tweed River and its lush green pasture makes it ideal as a small lifestyle farm holding. There is also an 8 megalitre water entitlement.

Set amongst pristine countryside with rich volcanic soil, this area is known as the most temperate in Australia.

This block of vacant land provides the ideal opportunity to build your dream home or holiday retreat.

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OCEANFRONT

Rare beachfront acreage - deceased estate 61 flat usable acres • Direct beach access to South Ballina Beach • Less than 10 minutes to Ballina A short distance to Byron Bay • Build your dream holiday home • Additional 100 acres available LOCATION: South Ballina, NSW | LAND: 24.68 ha | PRICE: $1.6 million1-4

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his is a rare opportunity to own one of the very few oceanfront acreages in NSW.

Fully-fenced and almost entirely usable, this fantastic block is a blank canvas to build your ‘Unique Estate’ in a truly enviable location. With a direct path to South Ballina Beach, which can also be accessed by 4WD, this amazing location is perfect for the fishing and surfing enthusiast or for anyone who loves the beach lifestyle.

Offering 61 acres of mostly flat green pastures, with some rainforest, this beach lot has a wonderful sense of privacy and seclusion yet is extremely easy to access. From this very central location you can be on the Gold Coast in just over an hour or at Brisbane International Airport in two. The seaside town of Ballina, and its airport, are only 10 minutes away by car ferry (where you can fly to Sydney) and the popular tourist destination of Byron Bay is just a short drive away.

This is truly a prize-piece of land with so much potential and there are very limited blocks of its kind in NSW, never mind Australia-wide.

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PORT DOUGLAS Absolute beachfront opportunity Last available beachfront acreage • Spectacular beach access • Perfect site for lifestyle estate Very private 2 acres • Ideal FIRB-approved site • Option to subdivide

LOCATION: Port Douglas, QLD | LAND: 8,093.71 m2 | EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

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n extremely rare two acres of absolute beachfront land in Port Douglas, perfectly located beside the famous Sea Temple Spa Resort and nearby Palmer Reef Golf Course.

This property exudes potential with spectacular beach access and a resort-style setting creating a magical site to build a large private beachfront lifestyle with the flexibility to subdivide, all just metres from beautiful Four Mile Beach, one of the most pristine stretches of beach in the world.

A stunning parcel of land on the doorstep of two famous World Heritage areas, The Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest, with Port Douglas being listed No.3 in Australian Traveller Magazine’s list of 100 Best Towns in Australia.

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DIAMOND BEACH

A large piece of paradise where opportunity abounds Vacant seaside land with approved subdivision • 89 lots in total on 10.92 hectares of acreage Situated metres from the shores of Diamond Beach • Adjacent to Hallidays Point Public School Conveniently located close to the Manning Health and Fitness Centre and Taree Golf Club 10 minutes drive from Old Bar and Forster • 3.5 hours North of Sydney • 90 minutes drive from Newcastle Airport

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et in a sleepy, secluded location only metres from the pristine sands of Diamond Beach, lies this exquisite acreage just awaiting its rightful owner.

Complete with rural residential subdivision approval, the property is divided into 89 lots.

Revitalise yourself by living (or investing) in a paradise where dolphins regularly frolic just off-shore of the glorious 6km stretch of beach and where Satin Bower birds hum their gentle chorus only metres from your front door.

Conveniently surrounded by exclusive luxury resorts and bespoke high-end holiday homes, this property offers infinite opportunities for commercially-minded visionaries seeking to own a slice of this lifestyle heaven all for themselves.

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Peak Lodge

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Unique Estates represents over 150 breathtaking holiday properties and special event venues worldwide

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BODH GAYA

A place of enlightenment Wireless internet • Solar heated pool • Luscious tropical gardens • Foxtel/DVD • Architecturally-inspiring Beach luxe style • Wide wrapping veranda • Well-equipped kitchen • Indoor & outdoor dining areas Landscaped gardens & lush green lawns SLEEPS 14 GUESTS | 3 NIGHT MINIMUM STAY, 7 NIGHT MINIMUM STAY IN PEAK SEASON | FROM $1,000 PER NIGHT

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rchitecturally-inspiring, this home is truly stunning in the traditional Byron Bay style inside and out. Bodh Gaya meaning a place of enlightenment. From the moment you enter you will feel like you are on holiday.

bathroom and kitchenette. Equipped with Wi-Fi, the home has ample private covered areas to relax or take in the sun on its green lawns, this is all set amongst a stunning landscape that surrounds the whole home and sets the mood, the moment you enter Bodh Gaya.

The main house, where each of the four bedrooms features a private deck opening onto luscious tropical gardens. The spacious open-plan living, dining and fully-equipped kitchen area is an oasis in itself that leads via French doors onto an amazing sheltered deck for all occasions, which then overlooks the green backyard and large solar heated pool.

The convenience of Boyd Gaya’s location, allows you to walk to everything that Byron Bay offers and appreciate the beauty of the Old Byron Town precinct. Bodh Gaya is a place that is truly designed, to instantly set the scene for you and your family or guests to relax with a natural breeze throughout, that you will not want to leave.

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CASA DE MARE

Beachfront Suffolk home Direct beach access • Expansive balcony • Outdoor entertaining area • Games area with ping pong table Bose surround sound system for music & TV • BBQ & outdoor day bed • Fully-equipped kitchen • 2 bedrooms with ensuites Outdoor shower (hot & cold) • Laundry facilities • WI-FI (study nook) • Reverse cycle air-con SLEEPS 11 GUESTS | 3 NIGHT MINIMUM STAY, 7 NIGHT MINIMUM STAY IN PEAK SEASON | FROM $750 PER NIGHT

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asa de Mare is a spacious two-storey home enjoying absolute Tallow Beach frontage. Just a stroll from the backyard on a rainforest track and your toes will be in the sand. The home is situated on a quiet street just a 10 minute stroll to the Suffolk Park shops and 10 minutes drive to the action of Byron Bay.

The master bedroom is upstairs and has a king bed, a/c, TV and ensuite which leads out onto the top balcony area. There is a second master bedroom downstairs with queen-size bed with ensuite and direct access to the games area & garden. Both master bedrooms have ensuites, TV’s and are air-conditioned.

The heart of the home is upstairs and looks out to the spacious entertaining area and down onto the garden. You can hear the ocean from every room in the house. The Casa de Mare kitchen is a dream for anyone that loves to cook with ample preparation areas, adjoining the air-conditioned living room and opens through a servery onto back deck and BBQ area. There is a large dining table on the veranda and two large luscious day beds.

Downstairs offers an additional two bedrooms that are both ideal for children. One cosy room with single bunk beds, the other spacious room with a double bed bunk with single on top and separate single bed. There is also trundle which can be set-up for an extra child if needed.

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BROKEN RIDGE

Contemporary coastal retreat Architecturally-designed • Ceiling fans in all rooms • Light and airy living space • Wood fireplace for the winter months Rumpus room for the kids • Floor-to-ceiling glass windows & doors in the living area Deep luxurious bath tub in main bathroom • Wi-Fi • Smart TV's with Netflix • Large saltwater pool Over an acre of manicured grounds to enjoy • Covered deck for outdoor entertaining • Minutes to Broken Head beach SLEEPS 10 GUESTS | 2 NIGHT MINIMUM STAY, 7 NIGHT MINIMUM STAY IN PEAK SEASON | FROM $750 PER NIGHT

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deal for families or groups wanting space to stretch out, this immaculate home is in an exclusive 13-lot secure community, centrally located to all of the best townships in the Byron shire. The polished concrete & roasted black-butt timber floors, high living area ceilings, floor-to-ceiling glass panels and modern appliances all contribute to the light-filled, fresh feeling of this coastal retreat.

The central hub of the home is the open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, where you can enjoy views from every angle out to the manicured gardens and pool beyond, and large sliding glass doors to the covered entertaining deck create a seamless indoor/outdoor space. The chef of the group will appreciate the well-equipped

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kitchen including a gas stove, double fridge-freezer, and ample stone bench space. There is a separate rumpus room for the kids to enjoy in between time spent in the pool and running around the large green lawns.

Whether it’s a cosy winter getaway or a sunny summer holiday that you are looking for, Broken Ridge is the perfect base from which to explore this diverse region and to enjoy the company of your friends and family.

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BYRON'S BRAE

A place you'll never want to leave Private & peaceful country outlook • Short scenic drive to Byron Bay and Bangalow Wood burning fireplace and outdoor fire-pit • Wi-Fi & Foxtel • Ceiling fans Pool and large BBQ pool house with incredible views • TV & DVD in every bedroom with over 100 DVD titles SLEEPS 10 GUESTS | 3 NIGHT MINIMUM STAY, 7 NIGHT MINIMUM STAY IN PEAK SEASON | FROM $850 PER NIGHT

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yron’s Brae is a magnificent property situated at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in a beautiful pocket of Possum Creek in the Byron Bay hinterland.

The 7.4 acre parcel of land boasts breathtaking views of the rolling hills that surround it. The five-bedroom main house takes full advantage of the views with large picture windows and over-sized sliding doors. The central living area combining a spacious lounge, separate dining area and well-equipped kitchen opens on to a large entertaining deck to provide seamless indoor/outdoor living.

Beside the main house, taking full advantage of the northerly aspect, is a stunning pool area with built-in day beds and a

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large entertaining pool house with six metre bi-fold doors and wide windows, a full stainless steel BBQ, wine fridge, bar fridge, dishwasher, TV and extensive seating. Beside the pool house is a fire-pit overlooking the majestic view, perfect for late afternoons with friends.

Byron’s Brae is only seven minutes from the unique town of Bangalow and only 15 minutes from the beach at Byron Bay.

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THE ART HOUSE

Village stay and art space in Newrybar Large spa bath • Open shower • Washing machine and dryer • Microwave gas cooktop • Electric oven Smart TV/DVD • Bose bluetooth sound system • Hooded BBQ • Large vegetable garden • Car park for 2-3 cars

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he Art House is a 100 year old cottage in the heart of historic Newrybar Village in the Byron Bay hinterland. This charming property sits on an acre of land overlooking lush farmland with its own established gardens.

The accommodation comprises of three bedrooms and beautifully renovated living spaces, kitchen and bathroom. It is perfect for families and small groups who appreciate country leisure, fine dining and being close to all that the Byron region has to offer.

The bathroom has a large bath which looks out through a floor-toceiling window at rolling hills, grazing cattle and horses.

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machine but you may not need it as the famous Harvest Café is just a minute up the road. Harvest Café and its associated bakery and deli is a local hub in Newrybar that attracts people from far and wide with its delicious culinary offerings and has recently been awarded a hat by the Good Food Guide.

The Art House offers visitors to our beautiful region a place to stay in this lovely and lively place. Even though it’s located right in the village with its quaint street frontage and beautiful country garden, it is very much rooted in the picturesque rural landscape viewed from the rear of the property.

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BATH HOUSE

Stylish home in the heart of Newrybar Directly across from the award-winning “Harvest” café in Newrybar • Extensive orchard & vegetable gardens Spacious decks & grounds • Gourmet designer kitchen & BBQ • Free hi-speed NBN Wi-Fi Outdoor dining and stone pizza stove/fireplace • Original general store circa 1880 Indoor pot belly stove fire with supplied timber • Sonos stream speakers

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ath House is a luxurious, newly restored eight-bedroom villa which can comfortably sleep up to 18 (if the group includes children). This beautifully presented property is in walking distance to shops and restaurants yet set on an acre of land and gardens so offers the perfect blend of rural yet accessible holiday accommodation.

such as a gourmet kitchen with onyx bench tops and three bathrooms.

Original teak floorboards flow throughout the combined living/dining area, and all bedrooms have plush carpet and robes. In the main living area, the Oblica Pot Belly Stove Fire creates a cosy atmosphere on those cold winter nights and timber is supplied for your convenience.

The property is complete with outdoor and indoor entertaining areas for up to 18 people. Guests can enjoy the stunning outdoors, which includes picnic grounds and a playground for the kids (or just the young at heart) and make use of the stone outdoor pizza stove/ fireplace and Summit Weber gas BBQ. Unwind or get active in the 15 metre lap pool and two mosaic hot spas. Take a stroll around the landscaped gardens, and take a pick from the thriving, year-round orchard and vegetable patch.

The stunning master bedroom offers a king bed, walk-in robe, and spacious bathroom which has separate access to the private hot spa which runs 24 hours a day.

Truly a world class property and built for comfort and amentities to enhance your experience.

Really no need to drive anywhere and most of our guests rarely leave the property as all is available onsite and in the same street.

The property provides all of the state-of-the-art, modern conveniences

Disabled access and facilities are available.

Onsite wellness facilities are available with state-of-the-art treatments such as ‘Vichy’ vertical massage, steam room, Roger Sellers Sauna, scrub table and ‘Aqva’ Lumbar Jacuzzi.

Massages are available with 48 hours notice.

Catering and room service can be arranged by prior arrangement with Harvest Café.

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The Seven Seas at anchor in Smugglers Cove, Misool

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paradise Spectacular bucket list holiday experiences are something luxury lodge owner Hayley Baillie knows plenty about.

And, as she tells Unique Luxury, the Raja Ampat islands are up there with the best of them.

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ayley Baillie is quite obviously your ‘glass half-full’ type of adventurer.

Undaunted by the imposing 46-hour, six aircraft journey involved in reaching and then returning from the beautiful yet remote Raja Ampat islands, it almost appears as if the busy mother-of-four wishes the flight lasted just a tad longer. “[The flying time is about the] same as flying to London. But that is the beauty of the place because it is hard to get to it’s not over crowded like Bali – there are hardly any tourists. So you get an amazing experience.”

Hayley, who together with husband James owns and runs a portfolio of premium luxury lodges, says she has always made it a priority to seek out “unusual, less visited” places in which to journey.

And for the Baillies, spending 12 days aboard a chartered boat in the pristine waters, scorching white sand, steep, jungle-covered islands and hidden lagoons of Raja Ampat in the far eastern reaches of the Indonesian archipelago fitted the bill perfectly.

Located in the Birds Head region of West Papua – closer to Papua New Guinea than the Indonesian capital, Jakarta – Raja Ampat lies in the Coral Triangle that stretches from The Philippines to Timor to PNG. Made up of 1,500 islands, the area covers more than 4.6 million hectares of diverse marine habitats and is home to more than 1,000 species of fish, 700 species of mollusks and 540 species (representing 70% of the world’s varieties) of hard coral. This makes it the most bio-diverse marine habitat on earth. “[This is what excited me most prior to the trip]…knowing that I would be able to get a great collection of photos of the underwater world [and] the opportunity to swim with the Oceanic Manta Rays,” Hayley says.

To ensure they were able to make the most of this unique marine playground, Hayley – a former scuba instructor – spent a week at the Misool Eco Resort, an exclusive dive resort and conservation centre located in remote southern Raja Ampat, overseeing her 10-year-old son join his older brothers in obtaining his diving certification.

The pair then ventured to Sorong, home to an airport, a navy barracks and a smattering of shops, where they rejoined the rest of the family.

It was also here they were introduced to their authentic ironwood Indonesian sailing schooner, called Seven Seas, which would serve the dual role of ferrying them around the islands as well as affording them a place to rest their heads.

Designed specifically to canvas remote dive sites while offering a high-end level of style and comfort not usually found upon traditional charter boats, the Seven Seas is one of around 50 live aboard diving boats operating in the area.

Owned by Mark Heighes, a former diving chum, and fitted to the highest standard, the Seven Seas features an Indonesian crew of 17 and two western cruise directors. Every effort has been made to ensure the accommodation provided lives up to the beauty of its surrounds, the boat includes four air-conditioned double and four twin state rooms, ensuite bathrooms, and a lounge and dining area spread over three levels. In addition, it has satellite communications on board and access to three speedboats.

There is no phone or Wi-Fi range available meaning guests are able to fully indulge in all that a visit to these spectacular islands has to offer. Yet for those who miss their creature comforts, along with the sea kayaking, yoga, fishing and beach parties it offers its guests, an onboard massage service is also available.

No stranger to the live aboard method of hosting, the charter chosen

by Hayley marked neither her first visit to the area nor her inaugural trip aboard the Seven Seas.

“I worked on expedition ships in my 20’s and had travelled around this part of Indonesia when it was known as Iran Jaya so it was wonderful to take the family back. Mark and I first worked together 20 years ago. He long had a dream to run a live aboard boat in Indonesia and was one of the first to establish these kinds of expeditions in Indonesia.”

“EVERY FEW DAYS WE WENT TO A DIFFERENT ISLAND, BUT THE ONE WE ALL LOVED THE MOST WAS WAYAG.”

Seven Seas at anchor in Wayag

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Diving with Oceanic Manta Rays at Magic Mountain, Misool

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Justine McIlree swims over the beautiful Pink Gorgonian Sea Fan

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Mark and Tuti Heights with their sons Ben and Dan– own and operate SevenSeas

A Blue-Faced Angel Fish

The Baillies consider themselves privileged to have been able to share their charter with an assortment of other like-minded guests, one of who was Mark’s 81-year-old aunty Valerie Taylor. A pioneering underwater film maker and world-renown marine conservationist, Valerie and her late husband Ron were instrumental in protecting the Coral Sea islands off Queensland while their documentary films about the wreck of the Yongala, an iconic diving site, and the Great Barrier Reef, helped raise awareness of the fragility of these incredible sites.

Aided by talks with Valerie, who helped put them at ease by her command of the undersea environment, the family spent much of their days diving, snorkelling or cave exploring and much of their evenings nursing a sun downer and marvelling at the incredible scenes before them. Hayley says every day brought with it a sense of anticipation by the charter group as a whole as they each awoke early to ensure not a minute of their trip was wasted.

“Every few days we went to a different island, but the one we all loved the most was Wayag - a series of uplifted limestone islets fringed with coral reefs. We did a great hike to the top of one of the islands and the view was spectacular.”

Located 10 kilometres north of the equator, Wayag Island is located in the West Waigeo region of Raja Ampat and is where a 30 minute climb above the atoll’s steep walls reveals a fairy tale panorama, some like to claim is even more captivating than Leonardo

Valerie Taylor with a Cuttle Fish

DiCaprio’s getaway in “The Beach”.

With so much to pack in during the 12 days they were at sea, time was against them in attempting to interact with some of the Raja Ampat’s friendly locals.

Yet eager to ensure every minute was well spent, the Baillies made it a point of visiting a few different ranger stations during the charter in order to educate themselves about the area they were entering. In addition, a visit to the village on Arborek in the Dampier Strait, which gets its name from a type of fruit that grows on it, resulted in an impromptu game of soccer with some of the island’s excitable children.

Having now returned from what the Baillie children deemed as “the best holiday ever”, Hayley says her only regret about her time in Raja Ampat was that it didn’t last longer.

“It is a huge area and we only went to a tiny part of it. Yes, I would love to go back. The diving around Misool was amazing and the eco resort was really fantastic.”

To help rectify this Hayley has booked another trip that will see her return aboard the Seven Seas, only this time it will see her venture through the Forgotten Islands and the Banda Sea before her return to Misool.

The trip is booked for November.

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42BYRON

Australian contemporary home in central Byron Excellent location • Fully-equipped and well appointed kitchen • Open-plan living Reverse cycle air-conditioning and Haiku fans throughout • Ocean glimpses and views over Arakwal National Park Expansive timber decks • Outdoor shower • Downstairs yoga / TV + PS4 room Combustion fireplace for winter months • Sub tropical native gardens • Off Street parking

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Byron is a beautifully designed and newly-built two-storey home occupying a prime location with ocean glimpses and views over Arakwal National Park. It is only a very short stroll from one of the best cafés in Byron Bay – The Top Shop, where you can enjoy delicious breakfast, lunch and coffee. Situated in a cul-de-sac in a quiet neighbourhood only five minutes walk to the beach.

This house was designed to allow plenty of daylight and air ventilation and it offers four lovely bedrooms and three bathrooms.

Upstairs, sleeping and living are all on one level, linked by a seamless, cool, polished concrete floor. A fully-equipped kitchen features large concrete top island benches, bar stools, dishwasher, two ovens and a gas cook top.

The open-plan living room enjoys a combustion fireplace for winter months and a large smart TV with surround sound system. It opens

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out at each end onto expansive timber decks and walkways. Relax in Mexican hammocks on the deck or watch the sun come up over the treetops. The west kitchen deck with Weber BBQ is nestled into a sub tropical, jungle-style garden with stairs leading to rear laneway access and Top Shop Café.

Downstairs is all about chilling out in the cool activity room. It has an outdoor shower and wet area for beach stuff and surfboards. There are beanbags to lounge around on and a hidden second TV with Sony Playstation 4 as well as a fully-equipped laundry, bar fridge, fourth toilet and sofa bed.

Live like a local in central Byron in this beautiful tropical home.

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Views to die for 40 acres with stunning views • 25 meter swimming pool • Spa • Tree-lined driveway • Internet • Garden Shower Central Heating • Large Garden • Bicycles • property walks • Mob of 250 kangaroo's and other wildlife 2 tame kangaroos around the house with feeding morning and night

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rom the moment you drive up the magnificent drive, this hexagonal glass house takes in the breathtaking views. High ceiling, glass walls, no close neighbours, river walks, huge pool, close to wineries. A complete paradise.

This is a unique property built by a well-known meditation teacher as a healing retreat. The property is 40 acres and set in the Little Yarra Valley offshoot of the Upper Yarra Valley. The house is located on a high island of the valley with views that stun. There is approximately 700 meters of Little Yarra River frontage with several acres of rainforest. There is also a pine forest and beautiful walks, even an old gold mine.

The house is made from wood, much of which, was originally cut from the property.

The garden consists of rare and exotic plants and large established trees as well as a substantial orchard.

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ABACHI

100 year old renovated farmhouse

Central location, walking distance to town and beach • High-speed Wi-Fi • Foxtel • Fully-fenced, private yard All bedrooms with ensuites • Spa bath in master ensuite • Ceiling fans in all rooms • Air-conditioning Separate self-contained one-bed studio

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bachi is a 100 year old original fisherman’s cottage located in beautiful Byron Bay. It is coastal in style, with tongue-&-groove cladding, wooden floors and a crisp white palette layered with warm neutrals and ocean inspired splashes of colour. This charming residence offers contemporary comfort whilst still maintaining lots of its original charm and character.

The main house includes five bedrooms, each with their own ensuite and one with a washing machine. The block is fully-enclosed with a high wood fence, creating an oasis of privacy. There is a spacious back deck with a large outdoor dining setting and the beautifully maintained garden and lawn provides a beautiful place for kids to play or grown-ups to soak up some sun.

There is a separate self-contained one-bedroom apartment which can be booked with the house or separately. This pretty studio is spacious for one or two guests, with its own courtyard & BBQ, kitchenette, lounge, laundry and bathroom.

Abachi is a great reflection of the friendly and casual personality that the Byron Bay region is renowned for, and is guaranteed to provide a great home away from home for family, friends or corporate groups.

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ABACHI APARTMENT

Private self-contained studio Self-contained studio in the heart of Byron Bay • Minutes walk to beach and town • Ideal for singles or couples Fully-equipped kitchen • Separate lounge room • Air-conditioning • Laundry facilities • Private courtyard with BBQ

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his separate, self-contained 1-bedroom apartment can be booked with the Abachi main house or separately. It is spacious and sleeps up to four, with its own courtyard, BBQ, kitchenette, lounge, laundry and bathroom.

Abachi is a great reflection of the friendly and casual personality that the Byron Bay region is renowned for and is guaranteed to provide a great home away from home.

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NARRINGA RIDGEVIEW

Architecturally-designed retreat Tennis court • Rugby field • Private expansive pool • Spa • 100 acre property with 10 acres of pristine Rainforest & abundant Australian wildlife • 5 minute drive to Byron centre • Gas grill BBQ Air-conditioning and fans throughout • Gas Fireplace • Large outdoor entertaining area • Pool table

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uperbly located Narringa Ridgeview is only a five minute drive from Byron Bay township and beach. Completed in January 2017 and architecturally-designed, the home truly wants for nothing.

The convenience of town and beach so close, is complemented by sprawling acres of manicured lawns, countryside & rainforest views.

The grounds comprise of a full-sized tennis court, rugby oval, expansive pool and a spa. Inside the home there is four master bedrooms all with king beds that can be split as well as stunning ensuites.

Narringa Ridgeview enjoys open-plan living and dining, well appointed and fully-equipped kitchen fitted with top of the line new appliances. The living room is comfortable with a gas fireplace

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for the winter months. The indoor/outdoor entertaining area looks beyond to the pool and facilities so that no matter where you are in the home you can feel part of the action.

There is reverse cycle air-conditioning throughout as well as ceiling fans, sonos and wifi throughout. The dining table in the TV room cleverly becomes a pool table.

Narringa Ridgeview is just the perfect family holiday home with activities for everyone to enjoy.

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NARRINGA RETREAT

A tranquil private paradise Private expansive pool • 100 acre property with 10 acres of pristine • Rainforest & abundant Australian wildlife 4 minute drive to Byron centre • Outdoor bathtub • Wi-Fi and T-Box Flat screen TV with Foxtel • Gas grill BBQ • Air-conditioned living area Large poolside undercover lounge area • Trampoline

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tranquil private paradise, this three-bedroom, three-bathroom house with cheerful splashes of colour makes the perfect holiday home for families, couples and small corporate groups alike.

The home has been fully-renovated to provide spacious and simple luxury in this stunning setting. The open-plan living areas, with polished floor boards, spill out onto sun-drenched decks. Set across the lawn from the house is a 17m x 17m restored farm shed that overlooks the 10m pool, serving an ideal entertaining space complete with stylish furniture.

This is a rare holiday property which offers the ideal combination of rural lifestyle close to the vibrant coastal town of Byron Bay. Text 'NARRINGARETREAT' to +61 428 437 566 for more information

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