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ISSUE 26 NOV 26 2011

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Leasing glut is temporary as plans for Karratha step up With over 70 properties consistently available for rent right now and Christmas around the corner, investors could be forgiven for thinking that Karratha has ‘come off the boil’. This short-term anomaly is a win for tenants who are coming into the marketplace and finding properties cheaper to rent in the past month than midway through the year. However, the advice to owners at this stage of the market is simple: look for quality tenants who can afford any future price rises, as this phase in the rental marketplace is not here to stay. The town is in transition. Blessed with a dichotomy of mining interests and unprecedented spending in mining infrastructure and town rejuvenation, Karratha is on the way to becoming a cosmopolitan city of the north, not just a mining town. Last week the West Australian government announced that Mirvac, through its innovative and creative proposal, is the preferred proponent to develop the Karratha city centre and Mulataga, all up a $1.5 billion dollar project. Planning has already commenced and civil works are expected to take place in early 2013 with the final stage of the city centre project finished by mid 2014. The Mulataga development will release 1500 dwellings with a mixture of public open space and community facilities and will offer an urban connection with the ocean not yet seen in Karratha. The unprecedented spending in mining infrastructure includes the proposed Anketell Port and associated railway system, which represents a pivotal point in the mining activity in the Shire of Roebourne. The expectation for the

proposed port is that it will be able to export 350 million tonnes of iron ore annually at full capacity. To put this into perspective, the current total annual iron ore exports from the whole of the Pilbara are around 300 million tonnes. The effect of this new deep-water port will be significant. It will join Port Hedland as a major exit point for one of our most valuable commodities and this in turn will help strengthen and support myriad investment opportunities in this cash flow positive marketplace. With investment money starting to flow into Karratha, some companies are seizing the opportunity to purchase newer properties to house their staff now, before competition becomes too fierce. The competition within this owner-occupied sector is timely given the transient nature of the town’s populace and historical movements of families prior to the start of the school term. So, advice for owneroccupiers who are thinking to sell their new or near new home now: it may well be an excellent time to think about putting your property on the market. The commercial sector is also gearing up for future expansion with the Minster for Lands Brendon Grylls recently launching a nationwide expression of interest program, seeking a development partner from the private sector to deliver a bulky goods retail precinct in Karratha. “This new project will help attract new investment in the Pilbara and assist in meeting local demand in Karratha for businesses such as major white goods, hardware and electronics retail facilities as

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the town’s population grows,” Mr Grylls reported. “It will also provide opportunities for existing businesses to relocate to this strategic location with great exposure.” In summary, interest in Karratha’s numerous investment opportunities is picking up off the back of these recent announcements, however it is predicted to be just the beginning of the exciting new times ahead for the Shire of Roebourne.

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The hottest property list this week

Millars Well $1,100,000

Baynton $980,000

All the work’s been done and these two properties represent great value for either the investor or owner occupier. Whilst one property is currently leased to a corporate tenant until March 2012 at a rent of $2200 per week, the other may be available for vacant possession at settlement. Phone Glenda 0419 939 854

An opportunity to acquire this young residence, currently leased at $1850 per week showing 9.8 per cent returns, presents itself. Built in 2006, the fourbedroom, two-bathroom property is situated in Baynton and surrounded by other young homes.

Phone Meesha 0419 951 441

South Hedland $899,000 This modern executive home is located in a sought-after suburb close to South Hedland’s busy town centre, primary school and hospital and presents as the ideal company family home. Leased by GROH for the last five years, the property is currently leased through

until December 2012, achieving $2000 per week, offering 11.6 per cent return.

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This stunning home is one of a kind – it has four bedrooms, two bathrooms plus a study built on a 1017sqm block. The moment you see it, this very neat home will impress you with its charm. With a double carport, front portico and

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two large wooden doors which open to this lovely home.

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Featured Property

Baynton $780,000

Newman $1,350,000

Flexibility is an added bonus with this very neat brick home in Baynton. This lovely home is currently tenanted at $1450 per week until January 2012, so the options are to continue the lease or move in when the lease expires.

This property could easily rent for $2700 per week to a corporate tenant. With accommodation being so tight in Newman, and privacy a concern of most staff, this property has covered all the bases in providing seclusion for each individual. Phone Kurt 0413 958 333

Phone Glenda 0419 939 854

Phone Ryan 0429 200 455

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Pegs Creek $1,250,000

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Best house in Newman - HIA finalist 2011 Luxury and elegance were used to describe this property when it became a 2011 Housing Industry Assocition (HIA) Award Finalist in The West Australian in April 2011. In the ‘Fire and Ice’ of Newman’s climate, energy efficiency is a must and this property has it all. The house features tinted glazing, insulation, high ceilings, energy-efficient lighting – all actively efficient and designed to create a comfortable living environment.

The house is built of board and iron, and is surrounded by a manicured garden, with an elegant verandah entry.

ensuite bathroom with his and her sinks.

This generous home is fronted by a concrete driveway, followed by an urban stone paved area. There is parking for up to five vehicles, with two garaged and the rest covered by quality shade sails.

Be it for a family or an executive residence, this home impresses all. From the formal entertainment or theatre room with double sliding door access outside straight to the insulated patio overlooking the solar-heated saltwater pool, it’s hard to find fault.

Refined quality is echoed throughout the property, from the open plan kitchen to the master bedroom’s massive walk-in robe with downlights leading to the

The quality and class of this home is an unusual find in Newman, it has been designed thoughtfully for the environment and the family without compromising on luxury.

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Quality fittings and sleek finishes give it modern appeal, and the space and functionality of a home make it suitable for a family.

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Price $1,249,000

Alternative Living built the fourbedroom, two-bathroom home in 2009.

Brumby Mews Newman

All bedrooms are carpeted and have split air-conditioning, built-in robes, with walk-in for the master, and high ceilings – perfect for this Newman climate.

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CONTACT Kurt 0413 958 333 WEB crawfordrealty.com.au

Phone: (08) 9175 1155 NEWMAN

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Rental Properties

Crawford Realty is NOW OPEN in Newman Best House In Newman - HIA Finalist 3 Brumby Mews, Newman Housing Industry Award Finalist 2011 • Potential lease $2500 per week • Luxurious, elegant, and energy eﬃcient • High specification, fixtures, fittings and finishes. • Outside entertaining is also high specifications • Climate controlled pantry and water filtered home • Great family or executive accommodation

$1,249,000

New Price - Great Company Accommodation

Lot 635 Coolaroo Street, Tom Price • Reverse cycle ducted air-con, and ceiling fans throughout • Large formal lounge and formal dining • Large kitchen and meals area • Bathroom, with bath and shower, and a separate water closet. • Undercover parking for one vehicle • Two Large patio areas surrounding pool, gas barbeque, manicured garden, perfect for entertaining

Perfect Company Accommodation 1 Ophthalmia Crescent, Newman • Possible $2700 per week rent, giving a return of 10.4% • Massive 4x4 fibro and iron house with parking for 4 vehicles • High specification fixtures, fittings and finishes • All rooms have their own en suite, ensuring privacy for all individuals. • Theatre room, and massive open plan, living, meals, and fully equipped kitchen area

Offers over $800,000

The Newman Mansion 14B Moondoorow Street, Newman • The ‘Newman Mansion’, the biggest house in Newman • Upstairs 4x3 $2300pw, or downstairs 3x3 $2000pw, or entire 7x6 at $3850pw, possible 11.1% return • Massive 7 Bedroom, 6 Bathroom, 2 Kitchen, 2 Laundry and parking for 6 vehicles • Energy eﬃciency, luxury, elegance, and superior comfort are the focus. • High specification, fittings, fixtures, and finishes

$1,350,000

Possible 14% Return

17 Rudall Avenue, Newman • Solid 4x1 solid brick veneer home with double carport and double lockup gate • 686 square metres of land provides for plenty of room outside. • Potential $1800 per week rent provides great value on return of investment • Secure property, comfortable living, plenty of storage space • Great location in West Newman. • Plenty of features

$700,000 Vacant Land

35 & 39 Francis Street, Marble Bar • 2000sqm of land • Spread over two titles • To be sold together at $250,000 for both, that’s $125,000 each • Contact the Eastern Pilbara specialist, Kurt Wallace today on 0413 958 333

$1,800,000

Vacant Land

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$250,000 For both

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Crawford Realty Newman Pty Ltd T/as Crawford Realty Newman • ABN: 48 147 982 143 • Principal/ Licensee: Kurt Wallace - RA62840 • Ofﬁce License: RA 62841

7 Knox Way $2000 / wk Newman AVAILABLE 20 DECEMBER 4x2 family home available 20/12/2011, provides parking for up to 4 vehicles, Balinese style gazebo, and above ground pool are perfect for entertaining and relaxing in the Pilbara environment. 1/2 Windamarra Drive $1700 / wk Newman AVAILABLE EARLY DEC Brand new 2x2 fully furnished home available for lease early December 2011. With continuing demand for rentals in Newman this modern open plan living style home would be perfect to solve your accommodation needs. Act quickly! 21A Armstrong Way $1600 / wk Newman AVAILABLE 06/01/2012 3x1 unit in a small complex of 4 with security gate, separate lounge/dining area and large bedrooms with BIR. Perfect for company accommodation.

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Diamond in the rough This

three-bedroom

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is perfect for the astute

Interest rates going down, resource sector going up This three-bedroom, onebathroom two-storey unit, situated close to town, is a must see. The first thing that catches your eye is the decorative wooden staircase which allows easy access to the upper level of this neatly presented apartment. The second floor comprises three large, carpeted bedrooms, all with sizable built-in robes. The light and airy kitchen is roomy, providing all the modern comforts one would desire. The bathroom has a shower and bath. It is currently leased for $950 per week, and a six-monthly rental review in February will see it achieve $1200 per week in its current format. Undercover parking is available and there’s a large, open backyard. The astute investor will no doubt see the numerous positives and great returns that can be made

with this property. Now is the time to invest in Karratha with the decrease in interest rates and clear increase within the resource sector, the Pilbara is a smart choice. Don’t wait in securing this fantastic investment opportunity, this property will sell very quickly!

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CONTACT Christian 0457 342 702 WEB crawfordrealty.com.au

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The property oozes potential, presenting an affordable entry point into the booming Karratha marketplace. Add your finishing touches and bring it into the twenty-first century, reaping the rewards of a substantially higher rental yield. It’s not often that you will find a stand-alone unit with no common walls and set on a large land component. This one is currently leased to August, 2012. Features include three goodsized bedrooms and undercover parking.

Price $589,000

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renovator or investor.

The forecast for Karratha is good news on the investment front: Karratha is predicted to experience further incredible capital growth period and excellent returns due to further development in the mining sector. Watch this space!

z Plenty of potential for renovating

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Price $620,000

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CONTACT Leigh 0427 568 010 WEB crawfordrealty.com.au

Phone: (08) 9143 1599 K A R R AT H A

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Crawford Realty is NOW OPEN in Karratha Off the Plan – Achieve 11.3% ROI Withnell Way, BULGARRA • Oﬀ the plan sales of proposed 9 unit boutique complex • 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom • Ceramic stylish tiled ﬂoors throughout • Split system air conditioning • Private balconies and courtyards for entertaining • Separate commercial laundry

Renovated Unit – Achieve 11.3% ROI 13/30 Demetre Cres, PEGS CREEK • Achieve an impressive 11.3% ROI • Fully renovated 2 x 1 • Perfect for owner occupiers or investors alike • Fully Landscaped, easy care gardens • Large entertaining area, with s/sails • Fantastic entry level investment

$575,000 each

Opportunity Knocks

39B Galbraith Road PEGS CREEK • Will beneﬁt from nearby CBD redevelopment • Future amenities will return strong capital growth • Metres to School - Great for young families • Sparkling B/G pool enhances rental returns • Ultra low maintenance Broome style

$598,000

Brick 4x2 with 10.74% ROI

5 McWhirter Way, BAYNTON • 3 good sized bedrooms, 1 bathroom • Open plan living • Huge Games Room • Fabulous in ground salt water pool • Patio overlooking the pool • Garage/workshop

Great Tenants – Achieve 10.45%+ ROI

10 Bond Place, PEGS CREEK • 4 good sized bedrooms, 2 bathrooms • Large in-ground salt water pool • Side u/c alfresco area • New Lease at $1850 p/w to October, 2012 • Two bay carport with large hardstand area • Ducted air conditioning

$750,000

$770,000

Cool Pool – Achieve 10.7%+ 11 Buchanan Circuit, BAYNTON • Quality Broome-style home in an ideal family friendly location • Family sized salt water pool in pet friendly enclosed back yard • Generous side access provides secure parking for a boat or caravan • New lease in Feb will see excellent returns of 10.7% plus

$895,000

$949,000

Rental Properties 4 Lawrence Way $1500 pw Millars Wells AVAILABLE NOW 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, open plan, secure yard. 17 Echidna Road NEGOTIABLE Baynton AVAILABLE NOW New 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, open plan living, double garage 3 Comrie Court $1500 pw Baynton AVAILABLE NOW This 3 x 1 with open plan living. Enclosed Patio and Entertainment Area and large back yard. Plenty of room to park the Boat! 1/28 Strickland Drive $1550 pw Millars Well AVAILABLE NOW 3x2, Townhouse with sea view from balcony. Private access to strata pool. Private backyard. Viewings available on request. Some furniture included.

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Be seriously impressed by this opportunity

z The private exterior opens up to a spacious interior

This executive residence is already leased This modern executive home is located in a sought-after suburb close to South Hedland’s busy town centre, primary school and hospital and presents as the ideal company family home. Leased by GROH for the last five years, the property is currently leased through until December 2012, achieving $2000 per week, offering 11.6 per cent return. The house has a spacious fourbedroom, one-bathroom layout. The formal lounge room is separate to the open plan modern kitchen with

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The large master bedroom has ensuite access and there are built-in robes in all bedrooms. The house is fully air-conditioned. There is a carport with parking for additional vehicles, and the landscaped, easy care gardens have reticulated watering. This easy care “blue chip” investment property is offering a strong, secure lease with an outstanding government tenant and impressive 11.6 per cent return – the ideal positive cash flow investment!

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This brand new executive home is one of the finest designs in town, with four large bedrooms, a formal dining room, open plan lounge room and additional games room. This property specifically caters to high level tenants and executive managers. It has an outstanding kitchen with plenty of bench space and quality appliances, built-in robes to each of the large bedrooms and there’s air-conditioning throughout the house. The spacious open plan living area is augmented by the formal dining room and games room, room for the whole family. Both bathrooms have shower,

bath and vanity.

has been securely leased by a major company in town at $2000 per week until 1/8/2012 with a rent review in February 2012 to $2150 per week offering an incredible 11.23% return plus depreciation benefits. Don’t spend over a million for lesser quality properties when you can purchase this high quality investment for much less.

There is a double carport with room for four cars and an alfresco entertaining area to the back. It is now priced to sell and has all the features investors and tenants are looking for in a new property. Built in 2011, the residence

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Price $995,000

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CONTACT Hayden 0488 070 067 WEB crawfordrealty.com.au

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CONTACT Ryan 0429 200 455 WEB crawfordrealty.com.au

z The well-appointed kitchen has loads of cupboard space

Ideally situated for a desirable lifestyle These brand new apartments are the latest development to enter the coveted Port Hedland central precinct.

sized bedroom with a built-in wardrobe and ensuite bathroom, all with quality fixtures and fittings.

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There is an undercover carport and dedicated visitors’ parking.

Price $699,000

Located just a few hundred metres from the water and new marina site, they are ideally situated to benefit from the town’s future growth and the idyllic lifestyle offered in Port.

Currently under construction by a trusted national development company, these leading-edge apartments are the ideal accommodation option for corporate employees and managers living and working in Port.

Morgans Street Port Hedland

The apartments are of one-bedroom, onebathroom single-storey configuration with a stylish, rendered finish. They have an openplan kitchen and entertaining area, generous

These oceanside apartments will secure $1600 per week upon completion, returning a strong 11.9 per cent ROI.

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CONTACT Jo 9172 5300 WEB crawfordrealty.com.au

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Residential Sale Properties New Oceanside Apartments

Amazing Value Investment!

Brand New 4x2 – 11.15% ROI

$720,000

$979,000

Under Applica

$728,000

Leased & Offering 11.6% Return

$880,000

$899,000

$995,000

9/11 Rutherford Road $2000/wk South Hedland AVAILABLE DEC Brand New 3 bedroom 2 Bathroom Villa. Open plan kitchen with adjoining dining area, Separate formal lounge. Fully landscaped gardens with reticulation. Rear U/C alfresco entertaining area.

3C 3-5 Paton Road $1100/wk South Hedland AVAILABLE NOW 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom brick home. Open plan dining, kitchen, lounge room. Bedroom has BIR and there is a common BBQ area to be enjoyed with a garden service provided.

Port Hedland 1-6/41 Kingsmill Street $3000 - 3200/wk Port Hedland AVAILABLE 1 DEC We have 6 individual 3 Bedroom 3 Bathroom modern luxury units by the water front. Complete with modern fixtures & fittings. Quality floor coverings and air conditioned throughout. Outdoor

2/41 Kingsmill Street, Port Hedland • Secure corporate tenant till September 2012 – Approx $2100 pw from 14/3/2012 • Currently achieving $1900 p/w leased to a major transport company • Rock solid 3 x 2 colourbond home extremely modern and built on 2006 with a great location • Spacious separate lounge leading to private dining area with quality floor

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8/11 Rutherford Road $2000/wk South Hedland AVAILABLE DEC Brand new 3 bedroom 2 bathroom villa. Open plan kitchen with adjoining dining area, Separate formal lounge. Fully landscaped gardens with reticulation. Rear U/C alfresco entertaining area.

Executive Beachside Townhouse

29B Brodie Crescent, South Hedland • Brand new 4x2 property with a modern finish and quality features throughout • Outstanding kitchen with double the bench space and all new appliances • BIR’S and air conditioning throughout the property with large bedrooms • Additional formal dining room

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21 Mitchie Cres $2000/wk South Hedland AVAILABLE DEC 4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom home with BIR’s in every room. Separate lounge, combined kitchen/dining with timber floor boards. Double carport with a fully fenced yard and easy care gardens.

3 Jabiru Loop, South Hedland • Ideal company family home with a secure lease and impressive 11.6% return PA!! • Currently leased to government agency until December 2012 achieving $2000p/w! • Spacious 4x2 home with large master bedroom and en suite • Open plan modern kitchen with adjoining dining and entertaining

Secure Company Lease!!

2/3 Beacon Close, South Hedland • Secure Corporate tenant leased prior to settlement at $2100pw / $109,200 PA • Minimum lease term of 12 months with 12 month option returning 11.15% on your purchase • Brand new 4 bedroom 2 bathroom executive C/Bond construction finished with a turnkey package • Claim approximately $15,000

4 Jirripuka Court, South Hedland • Currently leased to a Government tenant until November 2012 • Can achieve a solid ROI of 10% return at time of next review • A modern Broome style home, an ideal ‘set and forget’ investment • 4 bedroom 1 bathroom layout. Master bedroom enjoys its own en suite and robe! • O/P kitchen with adjoining dining

$875,000

Under Applica

52 Bottlebrush Crescent, South Hedland • Currently leased at $1400 p/w until July 2012 to strong local company • Oﬀers an excellent 10% return with future return growth available and depreciation • Excellent location walking distance to South Hedland CBD redevelopment and Shops • BONUS sleep out which acts as fourth bedroom for lease holder

Modern Broome Style - 10% Return

8/11 Rutherford Road, South Hedland • An amazing value investment achieving 11.9% return!! • Fantastic depreciation benefits and great capital growth prospects • Spacious 3 bedrooms all with built in robes and 2 roomy bathrooms • Master bedroom enjoys its own ensuite with doubled sized BIR • Rear under cover alfresco entertaining area plus lock up store

16/2 Scadden Road $1250/wk South Hedland AVAILABLE NOW 3 bedroom 1 bathroom fully furnished unit ideal for workers in a secure complex. No pets and 12 month lease required.

Renovated And Close To CBD

11 Mitchie Crescent, South Hedland • 4x1 brick residence conveniently located to CBD • Corporate lease in place until October 2012 • Leased at $1450 per week giving 10.47% returns • Private well shaded back yard with covered entertainment area • Large 680sqm block with substantial 20 meter street frontage

$699,000 each

Rental Properties South Hedland

South Hedland Renovator

60 Morgans Street, Port Hedland • Brand new apartments with stylish rendered finish • 1x1 single storey configuration with spacious living areas • Generous sized bedroom with built in robe and en suite bathroom • Open plan Kitchen with quality fixtures and fittings throughout • Plenty of parking space with an undercover carport

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entertaining areas.

$1,250,000

1-8 /60 Morgans Street $1600/pw Port Hedland AVAILABLE JAN Expressions of interest are being saught for brand new 1x1 stylish units. Featuring o/p kitchen /living areas & generous bedroom with ensuite bathroom.

Commercial and Industrial Properties for Sale

53 Mcpherson St

Prime Hedland Corner Location

177 Anderson Street $1600/wk Port Hedland AVAILABLE 3 DEC 2 bedroom 1 bathroom home with a sunken lounge and separate dining/kitchen. Fully fenced yard with established gardens, carport .

Secure Long Term Investment

1436 Stocker St, Port Hedland • Prime 1739m2 drivethrough corner site • Extensive high quality improvements • Reception/oﬃce/ workshop approx. 435m2 • Approx 2/3rds air conditioned • 370m2 concrete hardstand, 100m2 undercover • Workshop oﬀers drive through access • Extraordinary opportunity to locate in the centre of Port Hedland

Quality Industrial Investment

9 Carlindie Way, Wedgefield

2/106 Oxide Way, Wedgefield

• Five year lease to national tenant • Strong rental returns with annual reviews • 3x1 caretakers residence • Workshop, oﬃce and undercover hardstand • 1948m2 corner site with drive through access

• High quality, low maintenance new property • 1575m2 approx. fully fenced site • 200m2 approx. clear span workshop • 6m roof, 4m(w) x 5m(h) roller door • Air con oﬃce approx 64m2 with kitchenette and bathroom • Set and forget investment, return over 10.5% net

For Sale

$1,095,000 For Sale

For Sale

$2,290,000

19 Munda Way, Wedgefield

• Brand new 270m2 warehouse • 3 x roller door entry/access • Air con oﬃce approx 63m2 • High quality presentation & finish • 2nd floor storage/mezzanine • Top investment - return over 11% NET

• Secure lease to well-known company 5+5+5 years • Strong returns over 10% with annual reviews • 5050m2 site, approx. 530m2 drive through workshop with pit • 130m2 modern air conditioned oﬃce within workshop, newly renovated

$1,195,000 + GST

For Sale

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Commercial Rentals

$1,250,000 + GST

2/14 Manganese Street, Wedgefield

For Sale

Under Applica

Secure 5 Year Lease – Large Site

New And Ready For Work

$2700/wk

Port Hedland AVAILABLE 1 DEC on Fully furnished executive home with a study and 3 bedrooms ca li Ap1 pspecially ti nder and and 1 insideUbathroom designed alfresco bathroom. Lovely renovated kitchen.

$2,490,000 GST N/A

Unit 1/3241 Throssell Road $9,160/pm + GST South Hedland AVAILABLE JAN 2012 Brand new office/retail in the centre of town, 169m2 units with bathroom and kitchenette 7/101 Pinnacles Street $5,500/pm + GST Wedgefield AVAILABLE MAY 2012 150m2 workshop, Air cond office and kitchenette 43m2, Upper level mezzanine storage/potential to expand office. 3/101 Pinnacles St $10,000/pm + GST Wedgefield AVAILABLE MAY 2012 Large, 319m2 warehouse unit, Air cond office, kitchenette & bathroom 10 Manganese Street $11,000/pm + GST Wedgefield AVAILABLE JAN 2012 Fully fenced 1500m2 site, 280m2 workshop, 43m2 office with kitchenette and bathroom, 3 phase power and an attractive landscaped site. 2/14 Manganese Street $11,000/pm + GST Wedgefield AVAILABLE DEC 270m2 warehouse, a/c office 63m2, storage/mezzanine approx 63m2.

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George Cook

Dave Rowe

Morgan Crawford

Hayden Crawford

Callum Wardle

Eliza Mearns

Katie Rohrlach

Group Director

Licensee

General Manager

Sales Consultant

Sales Representative

Commercial Consultant

Business Development Manager

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Get yourself off to a happy New Year

shower.

Just listed is this great threebedroom, one-bathroom rendered brick home in Bulgarra with vacant possession or an estimated $1500 to $1700pw rental value (potential 10.7% returns).

When you step outside onto the rear alfresco you will be taken aback by the size of the yard and what it offers. The timber bridge will take you over the garden rockery to the pool and timber sun deck. There is also a large powered 6 x 7 shed tucked away in the back corner with a front sliding door.

Lush tropical gardens surround the home, providing privacy from the street to the front veranda and a relaxing atmosphere in the immaculate rear yard with its full length patio and sparkling swimming pool covered in bright blue shade sails. Features of this lovely family home include a renovated

z Plenty of space to spread out

Versatile living area This stunning home is one of a kind – it has four bedrooms, two bathrooms plus a study built on a 1017sqm block. It is currently leased until February 2013 at $2200 per week. The moment you see it, this very neat home will impress you with its charm. With a double carport, front portico and two large wooden doors which open to this lovely home. Inside there is the kitchen that any cook would dream about with stainless steel gas stove, plenty of storage space and a handy island bench. The dining and sitting area are intricately designed as open plan, but have the feel of two separate areas. The separate lounge can be shut off from the rest of the house by the large double doors in the dining area.

The lounge also walks through to the main bedroom, walkin robe and large en-suite with double vanity. The bedrooms are generous in size and come complete with air-cons, ceiling fans and built-in robes. The bathroom is also generous in size with a large single vanity, full length wall mirror, bath and

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Price $825,000

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Pegs Creek AGENT

Pilbara Real Estate

CONTACT Vicky 0417 718 667 WEB pilbararealestate.net.au

bathroom, and a renovated open plan living area modernizing the home. Cool ceramic floor tiles, window treatments, ceiling fans and split system air conditioning feature throughout. There is a single carport plus an extra parking space made from crushed rock, which is suitable for a boat or trailer between the verge and front patio. A popular Hunt Way location within walking distance to upgraded Karratha Primary and High School, Karratha’s main sporting oval, Entertainment Centre and Rec club. Don’t delay, start the New Year in your new home. Call Meesha today on 0419 951 441 to arrange an inspection.

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Bulgarra AGENT

Pilbara Real Estate

CONTACT Meesha 0419 951 441 WEB pilbararealestate.net.au

A design with a difference An opportunity to acquire this young

residence,

currently

leased at $1850 per week showing 9.8 per cent returns, presents itself. Built in 2006, the four-bedroom, two-bathroom property is situated in Baynton and surrounded by other young homes. On entry the open plan living faces a full-length rear patio and includes a lovely kitchen with glass display cupboards,

stainless

gas

cooking

appliances, pantry and wine rack above the fridge recess.

The master bedroom at the opposite end of the home has an expansive builtin robe and private ensuite. This room plus the smaller second bedroom each have sliding doors onto the private front veranda. For guests’ convenience a powder room is also included. The large rear yard has established gardens, while gates at the end of the single carport allow for secure storage. A different design ticking all your investment “must haves”, this is one home not to be missed. Call Meesha today on 0419 951 441 to secure this investment property.

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Pilbara Real Estate

CONTACT Meesha 0419 951 441 WEB pilbararealestate.net.au

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$425,000

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$1,350,000

CUTE AND COSY INVESTMENT $680,000 D 2N NCE A H C

• 1015sqm block opposite Visitor Centre

• Front sep lounge with wood vinyl ﬂooring

• Trendy young home on 1000sqm

• Lovely renovated kitchen and laundry

• Jarrah timber ﬂoors

• Large tiled open plan living

• Workshop & Pool with Bali Hut

• Leased until Jan 2103 at $1300pw, 9.9% returns

• Single garage & Single carport

• Double carport, rear alfresco

• Shady patios, built in bar, lush gardens

• Heaps of potential

CALL MEESHA 0419 951 441

DAMPIER INVESTMENT

$950,000

• Leased til April 2013 at $1800pw

CALL VICKY 0417 718 667

• Rear shade sail to yard 4

• Formal & informal living space CALL MEESHA 0419 951 441

CALL VICKY 0417 718 667

LONG TERM LEASE

Do you want to settle for free?

• Open plan living

$1,250,000

CONTACT VICKY OR MEESHA TODAY TO LIST YOUR PROPERTY

9159 7777

• Lovely renovated kitchen over looks pool • Large renovated bathroom + toilet

VACANT POSSESSION

$825,000

VACANT POSSESSION D CE DU E R

• Rear pool, workshop, Large 1017sqm block

$682,000

JUST LISTED IN NICKOL!

$745,000

NICKOL WEST INVESTMENT

• Separate lounge room

• Rear pergola & full length side patio

• Dbl lock up garage, side access

• Renovated bathroom & open plan living

• Combined dining and kitchen

• Leased at $1450pw til Dec + 1yr option

• Tiled throughout, large dbl hallway

• BIR’s, split air cons, C/fans

• Rendered exterior, lush tropical gardens

CALL MEESHA 0419 951 441

MASSIVE BIG HOME

• Plenty of parking, side access CALL VICKY 0417 718 667

$1,295,000

OUTDOOR LIVING EXCELLENCE

• Dual driveway & rear access to yard

CALL MEESHA 0419 951 441

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$P.O.A.

$849,000

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• Rendered brick property on 1032m2

• Front patio, dual side access

• Timber decked outdoor living with bar

• Front & rear patios

• Carpeted lounge and dining area

• Ofﬁce with external access

• Step down heated pool

SIZE IS MY FEATURE

$725,000

• Open plan living area

• Situated opposite park in quiet cul-de-sac 4 1

CALL MEESHA 0419 951 441

DESIGNED WITH A DIFFERENCE $980,000

• Outside laundry

• Renovated bathroom & laundry

CALL VICKY 0417 718 667

• Drive through garage to secure yard

• Young home in Baynton

• Large kitchen /dining & separate lounge

• Leased at $1400pw til Jan 2012

• Quality ﬁnish right throughout

for sale

CALL MEESHA 0419 951 441

• Ceramic ﬂoor tiles, split AC’s

• Leased til Oct 2011 at $1850pw CALL MEESHA 0419 951 441

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$690,000

• Formal & informal living

CALL VICKY 0417 718 667

• 3 separate living areas 4

• Leased til Sept 2013 at $1800pw

• Executive high quality brick home

• Leased til Jun at $2500pw + 1yr option

$995,000

• Open plan living area

• Easy care wood look vinyl ﬂooring 3

CALL VICKY 0417 718 667

• Great location close to schools/oval • Swimming pool, front & rear patios

• Leased until Feb 2013 @ $2200pw

*Terms & conditions apply

CALL VICKY 0417 718 667

• Large sep lounge or parents retreat

& HONEST ADVICE, RELIABLE SERVICE

• Tiled throughout, BIR’s, sep toilet in laundry

• Open plan living

POSITIVE RESULTS, PROFESSIONAL

• Leased until Oct 2012 at $1750pw, 9.5% returns

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• Meals off kitchen, BIR’s • Leased at $1400pw til Sept 2012 CALL VICKY 0417 718 667

ROEBOURNE LIA - $1,900,000 – 8104m2, cnr block, fully fenced, 1 bedroom living facility, level cleared land, 2 sheds - 16x12m & 25x12m – CALL MEESHA SPLASH INTO THIS - $975,000 – brick 3x2, survey strata plan, formal & informal living, 12 month lease at $1950pw, dbl c/port, pool & alfresco – CALL MEESHA LARGE FAMILY HOME - $1,175,000 – brick 4x2, formal dining, o/p, sunken lounge, alfresco, side access, pool, new lease in negotiations – CALL MEESHA WICKHAM INVESTMENT - $395,000 - 3x1, situated on cnr block, large workshop, sep lounge, leased til January 2012 at $550pw - CALL VICKY GREAT INVESTMENT - $1,125,000 - 4x2, brick, dble carport, in Tambrey Estate, o/p living & sep lounge, leased at $2000pw til June 2012 - CALL VICKY PT SAMSON LAND - $600,000 - Vacant land, 850m2, potential ocean views, no time restrictions to build - CALL MEESHA UNDER CONSTRUCTION - $880,000 - New 3x2 TR home, quality finish in Baynton West, est. completion April 2012 - CALL MEESHA QUALITY ON EVERY LEVEL - $1,550,000 - 4x4, 2 storey brick home, pool, dbl garage & dbl c/port, vacant possession or est $3000 - $3500pw – CALL MEESHA WICKHAM L.I.A - $2,000,000 - $2,500,000 - 5408m2 cnr block, zoned mixed business, multiple entry points, living facilities, powered workshop - CALL MEESHA ROEBOURNE COMMERCIAL SPACE - $645,000 - High vis st frontage, fully fenced, 1192m2 block, zoned mixed business, live on & work from – CALL MEESHA UNDER OFFER: STOP & INVEST - $950,000 - 4x2, built in 2007, formal & informal living, leased til Jan 2012 at $1850pw – CALL MEESHA UNDER OFFER: ITS ON DISPLAY - $1,090,000 - 4x2, display home, executive finish & extras, timber patio, vacant possession in mid January - CALL MEESHA UNDER OFFER: YOU CANT BEAT THIS - $599,000 - 2x1, renovated kitchen & bathroom, o/p living, leased until 2013 at $1200pw, rear patio - CALL MEESHA UNDER OFFER: TWO STOREY INVESTMENT -$580,000 - Brick 2 storey, 3x1 townhouse, tiled sep lounge, combined kitch/dining – CALL VICKY UNDER OFFER: 10.8% RETURNS!!! - $745,000 - Renovated 3x1, large rear yard, pergola & shed, leased til June 2012 at $1550pw – 10.8% - CALL VICKY

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z You’ll find everything at your fingertips

Move in or lease out!

z Pastel décor and understated elegance

Immaculate executive investment

Flexibility is an added bonus with this very neat brick home in Baynton.

This spacious Broome-style property is only 12 months old, and North West Realty is very pleased to offer it for sale.

This lovely home is currently tenanted at $1450 per week until January 2012, so the options are to continue the lease or move in when the lease expires. This property features split air-conditioning and ceiling fans throughout.

It is currently leased to a corporate tenant until October 2012 at $2000 per week – that’s a fantastic 10.5 per cent return! Located in a cul-de-sac in Millars Well, this property exudes top quality throughout. Features are the huge open plan family area, separate theatre room and the elegant kitchen with quality stainless steel appliances and island bench.

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Price $780,000

Badock Place Millars Well AGENT

North West Realty

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The kitchen has been renewed and is well laid out and a very workable design. Easy care timber look flooring is found throughout the house. The large rear patio is ideal for entertaining and the easy care tropical gardens are on automatic reticulation. A double carport completes the picture.

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Featherby Way Baynton AGENT

North West Realty

CONTACT Glenda 0419 939 854

WEB northwestrealty.com.au

Choice of two magnificent 2-storey residences North West Realty has the pleasure of introducing to the market these magnificent 2-storey Broome style homes, built in 2010 by local builder, CWD. All the work’s been done and these two properties represent great value for either the investor or owner occupier.Whilst one property is currently leased to a corporate tenant until March 2012 at a rent of $2200 per week, the other may be available for vacant possession at settlement. Both properties have quality fixture and fittings throughout Downstairs there is a huge master bedroom with en-suite and porcelain floor tiling throughout. The open-plan family and dining adjoins the kitchen with its quality stainless steel appliances and island bench overlooking the

living area. A separate powder room is convenient and there is extra storage underneath the staircase. The lovely outdoor entertaining area is surrounded by established gardens on auto reticulation, and the carport is a double.

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Upstairs the parents retreat could be a kids rumpus room or second living area. Whatever the use you nominate, it leads onto a shady balcony with stunning views over town.

Price $1,100,000 Badock Place Millars Well

There are three queen-sized bedrooms with built in robes and desks. The main bathroom has plenty of room to swing a towel or two. The whole house is cooled throughout by split air conditioning and ceiling fans.

AGENT

North West Realty

CONTACT Glenda 0419 939 854 WEB northwestrealty.com.au

z Both properties have quality fixtures and fittings

9144 4800

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UNDER OFFER 1/3 Badock Place

$990,000

• 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom • Broome style home • Corporate tenant until Oct ’12 at $2000pw • 10.5% Return

Address on Enquiry

REDUCED

10B Datson Close

$735,000

• Freshly painted • Modern kitchen • Ceramic tiles throughout • Split system a/c • Vacant possession

$765,000 NEG

• 3 Bedroom 1 Bathroom • Big below ground pool fully fenced • Renovated kitchen and bathroom • 4m x 3m garden shed • Leased until May 2012

45 Padbury Way

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915 Walcott Way

$715,000

• Close sporting facilities • Lovely yards • Ducted a/c • Vacant possession • Full length patio

36D Shadwick Drive

$615,000

5 Smokebush Street

$1,125,000

• 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom

• Broome style • Lease at $1850pw until Mar 2013

• Open plan family/meals and kitchen

REDUCED 274 McCourt Way

$815,000

• 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom with study • Renovated timber kitchen • Below ground pool and spa • Large workshop • Leased until Jan 2012 at $1500pw

$760,000

• Company lease until Oct 2013 at $1400 pw • 4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Cul-de-sac duplex • Huge master bedroom with BIR and Ensuite • Fully fenced above ground swimming pool • Open plan combined lounge/dining

SOLD 13 Truslove Way

NEW

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$699,000

• 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom brick home • Tiled ﬂooring to living areas • Ducted air conditioning • New steel and colourbond rear patio • Leased until January 2012

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• 2 bedroom 1 bathroom brick unit • Woodside Lease until Early 2012 at $1000 pw • Split A/C throughout property • Lovely lawns and gardens on auto reticulation • Large rear patio and side access for boat

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947 Harding Way

$675,000

• 3 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom • Walking Distance to Sporting Facilities • Rear Patio • Lease @ $1200 pw until March 2012 • 4th room perfect for study or bedroom

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FEATURE PROPERTY - CHOICE OF 2 MAGNIFICENT 2 STOREY RESIDENCES! 4/4 & 3/3 Badock Place • Broome style home built in 2010 • Currently leased to a corporate tenant ‘til march ’12 at $2200pw • Porcelain ﬂooring throughout • Double carport • Parents retreat leading to a balcony offering stunning views • Split system a/c and ceiling fans

21 Nelley Way, Wickham $530,000 • 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom brick home in Wickham • New kitchen with gas cooking • Split air conditioning and ceiling fans throughout • Fully fenced with colourbond fencing • Leased until April 2012

$995,000

• 4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom double carport • Broome style construction with lush gardens • Walk in robe and Ensuite to master bedroom • Split a/c and timber look ﬂooring throughout • Leased until October 2013 at $1850pw

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61 Padbury Way

$839,000

• Sparkling big pool, auto retic to front and rear yards • 3 large bedrooms with built in robes • New kitchen with dishwasher 3 • Renovated bathroom with spa bath 1 • Leased until 2012 at $1600pw

7-1925 Ridley St

15 Frinderstein Way

$420,000

• One bedroom end unit • Updated kitchen • Carpet and built in robe to bedroom • Renovated bathroom • Leased until Jan 2012

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NEW

UNDER OFFER $779,000

• Ceramic tiling, split air con & ceiling fans throughout • Renovated kitchen and bathroom • Fully fenced yards 3 • Large patio at rear with below ground pool 1 • Rent as of Oct $1650pw equals 11% returns

2 Haldane Crescent

• 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom home • New kitchen, stainless steel appliances • Air conditioning and ceiling fans throughout • Rear patio, well maintained gardens • Leased until March 2012 at $750pw

• 4 Bedroom, 2 bathroom • Leased at $1900pw until Feb 2012 • Split system a/c • Corner block

• Renovated kitchen with plenty of space

$1,100,000 each

• 3 bedrooms all with built in robes

• Air conditioning and ceiling fans throughout

2 Haddon Way

$815,000

• 4 bedrrom, 2 bathroom • Updated kitchen • Split system A/C installed through out • Rental potential of $1800 pw • Underground cellar

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3 Frinderstein Way • • • • •

$710,000

3 bedroom, 1 bathroom home in Pegs Creek Updated kitchen, renovated bathroom Open plan living Rear patio and large rear yard Leased until Sept 2012

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5 McCourt Way, Wickham $495,000 3

$659,000

UNDER OFFER

SOLD 40 Warbler Loop

831 Clarkson Way

• Stone’s throw from schools, sports and back beach

$990,000

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18 Featherby Way

$780,000

• 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom • Leased at $1450 per week until 2012 • Split system a/c • Double carport • Large patio

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32 Ridge Elbow

$1,100,000

• 3 year old exclusive brick 4 bedroom 2 bathroom home • 4 large bedrooms with Ensuite and walk in robe to master • Double carport and lovely lawns under auto reticulation • Huge open plan living/kitchen/dining/family area • Leased until July 2013 at $2000 pw

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RESIDENTIAL RENTALS BULGARRA $1500pw - Melak St - 4x1, patio, BIR, BBQ area. Available early Dec 2011.

18 Bowerbird Drive

$1,125,000

• 4 bedroom 2 bathroom brick home • 2 living areas • Rear patio, landscaped gardens • Double carport • Leased until June 2012

$1200pw - Samson Crt - 3x1, nicely presented house, BIR. Available Jan 2012.

PEGS CREEK

$1300pw - Padbury Wy - 3x1, ducted a/c, 6 month lease only. Available 25 Nov 2011.

$2000pw - Carlsen Wy - 4x2, renovated kitchen, pool. Available Jan 2012. $Expression of Interest - Petersen Crt – 6x6, theatre room. Available Jan 2012.

MILLARS WELL

DAMPIER

$1900pw - Comrie Crt - 4x1, Built in robes, patio. Available 23 Jan 2012.

$1200pw - Delambre Crt - 2x2, stunning ocean views, large living areas. Available 14 Dec 2011.

$1500pw - Goodwyn Cl - 3x1, BIR, study. Available Now.

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$2300pw - Marinyarra Lp - WIR to master bedroom, large yard. Available 09 Dec 2011.

$1000pw - Shadwick Dr - 3x1, split system a/c, patio. Available Feb 2012. BAYNTON WEST

WE URGENTLY REQUIRE MORE RENTALS 9144 4800

$1800pw - Euro Blvd - 3x2, double Carport. Available Now.

Professionalism is the Key

6/3 Badock Place

$839,000

• Ceramic tiling, split air conditioning and ceiling fans • Modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances • Double carport - Private courtyard 3 • Leased to Woodside until Nov 2011 with 9.5% returns 2

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House prices down, rents up, as green shoots emerge in the September quarter

ROBERT JAMES P R O P E R T Y

Defined By Space, Distinguished By Style A brilliant new benchmark for quality is created by these stunning residences. Featuring: · Stone bench tops · Commercial grade windows & doors · Pressed tin ceilings · Alarm & air conditioning · Stainless steel appliances · Open plan living & dining · Double garage with storage shed · High quality finishing · Located close to the airport, city, entertainment and the river. Rental guarantee of $550 per week for TWO years for investors

The median house price continued to fall through the September quarter, first home buyers were very active and Perth rents went up for the second time this year, according to data released today by the Real Estate Institute of Western Australia. REIWA President David Airey said very little had changed in the market over the September quarter but signs were emerging that things might be starting to turn around. “First home buyer activity has been very strong, the level of discounting by sellers has flattened out and rental yields for investors has improved,” Mr Airey said. “The number of properties on the market dropped by 14 per cent on June to 14,959 but this is largely due to sellers withdrawing from the market rather than through sales. “State-wide overall turnover was flat with just 9,000 sales, still around 30 per cent less than the 15 year average. The number of selling days in Perth remains lengthy at an average of 79 days; however, this appears to have peaked and has not changed since June.” Mr Airey said REIWA’s early figures show that Perth’s median house price has dropped from $480,000 in June to $450,000 in September, but this would certainly lift when further sales data was available. “It’s important to note that an estimated 28 per cent of sales activity was from first home buyers, most of whom purchase under $450,000. This is pulling the median downwards because of the increased sales of more affordable homes, with the median purchase

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price for a first time buyer now sitting at $415,000. “It’s also the case that late settlements yet to be assessed will likely see the revised median for September come in at around $465,000, and showing roughly a 2 per cent fall for the quarter,” Mr Airey said. The median price for units, apartments, villas and townhouses also fell in the quarter but not as strongly as with houses based on preliminary data. The median price for a multi-residential dwelling in Perth is now $386,000, down from $405,000 in June. Blocks of land in Perth are plentiful with around 3,100 currently on the market and selling during September for a median price of $255,000. This was up by $20,000 on June but Mr Airey cautioned against reading too much into that. “Existing blocks in established suburbs are more expensive than those on the urban fringes but they settle more quickly. When late sales data comes through from those who are buying more affordable house and land packages on the outskirts of the city, this land median will moderate,” Mr Airey said. Mr Airey said that despite a large number of sellers withdrawing from the market and moving their properties to the rental system, the vacancy rate for rental housing had in fact dropped below 3 per cent for the first time since early 2009. “It seems that despite housing

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affordability having improved, many people are still opting to rent rather than buy and this is placing increased pressure on the rental market, pushing median rents up by 4 per cent or $15 in the quarter to $395 a week.” In the regions, early Landgate data show there was a 4.7 per cent fall in the median house price to $375,000, while blocks of land in the regions fell by just over 6 per cent to $165,000. “Interestingly, Carnarvon showed the best annual growth rate for a regional centre with just over 10 per cent, while Derby showed an exceptional 47 per cent growth over the last year to become the best performing regional town. “While in the Peel region, Mandurah now finds itself exactly where it was in 2006, with the median house price now sitting where it was five years ago. “All up, many potential upgrade buyers lack confidence, perhaps concerned with broader national and international economic conditions. Many are reluctant to borrow or spend, at least for now, and are looking for greater confidence in the wider economy. “Others are waiting for a first home buyer to purchase their existing dwelling so they can move on and it’s a positive sign that many first home buyers are now entering a weaker market on the back of improved affordability. “This could well prove to be a good stimulus to the upgrade market which has been very sluggish, but which now might get a kick start as the entry-level section of the market fires up, giving many trade-up buyers the financial release they have been looking for as they sell their current home to purchase the next,” Mr Airey said. The median house price for Perth peaked at $505,000 in March of 2010 but has been falling gently since then. “I believe the next six months will see the bottoming out of the West Australian market and that we’ll see stronger signs of recovery by the middle of next year. “It’s certainly encouraging that REIWA’s industry data for the month of October is showing a 19 per cent increase in reported sales,” Mr Airey concluded.

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Four of everything, perfect for you This fibro and iron home with high ceilings has got to be the perfect house for staff accommodation. It has four bedrooms, four ensuites, parking for four vehicles and two entrances. Currently nearing completion by Alternative Living, the house has been designed with energy efficiency in mind to counter the extremes of the Pilbara climate. This property could easily rent for $2700 per week to a corporate tenant.

With accommodation being so tight in Newman, and privacy a concern of most staff, this property has covered all the bases in providing seclusion for each individual. All bedrooms are carpeted and come with telephone and internet ports, mirrored built-in wardrobes, ceiling fans, reading lights, split airconditioning and ensuite. All the bathrooms are tiled with stone bench tops, tiled splash backs, mirrors, and stainless steel finishes. There is downlighting throughout and the living room has high ceilings,

fans, louvered windows and dark vertical blinds. A combined main living, kitchen and dining room has its own entrance and the spacious kitchen has a big fridge recess, stone bench tops and Westinghouse appliances. There is sliding door access from the kitchen to a large outdoor area with modern lighting, ceiling fans and pathway to second entrance. A double garage, corner block with native garden and security screens complete the story externally.

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For Lease

Price $1,350.000 Ophthalmia Crescent Newman AGENT

Crawford Realty

CONTACT Kurt 0413 958 333 WEB crawfordrealty.com.au

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Onslow on the move, fast By Helen Stewart Onslow has the potential to treble its residential population over the next five years, with even further increases by 2022, according to the Onslow Regional HotSpots report prepared in consultation with State and local government, servicing authorities, developers and the resources industry. Planning Minister John Day said the Onslow Regional HotSpot report, released on November 17, is very timely following the announcement of Chevron’s plans for the Wheatstone gas processing project. “The area is already experiencing growth following the start of work on the BHP Billiton Petroleum Apache Energy Macedon domestic

gas project, and feasibility investigations are also under way for a number of other projects, including further LNG facilities.” The minister said the structure plan for the 8000 ha Ashburton North Industrial Area, 11 km southwest of Onslow, has been endorsed and he has given final approval to a planning scheme amendment to rezone the site of the Chevron’s Wheatstone LNG facility to smooth the progress of development. According to the Hotspots report, the industrial area has been identified by the state as a favourable strategic area to cater for the development of a gas processing, storage and export hub, with the overall vision of creating a safe and successful industrial estate. The minister said the report would assist in planning for worker accommodation. The town’s 700-strong population would have not been expected to grow much without oil and gas development, or

expansion of salt operations, and recent resource project startups have already had an impact on the town. The report says increased growth is likely to place increased pressures on social housing resources and it confirms there is a need for a detailed housing strategy to address the range of accommodation needs of Onslow. Regional planning has also tagged Onslow as a priority. The state government’s 2009 Pilbara Cities blueprint includes a proposal for major revitalisation of Onslow’s town centre, and tentative plans to create a marina and improved waterfront. Mr Day said the Onslow report is the third in a Regional HotSpots series released for the Pilbara region in less than 12 months, following those on Karratha and Port Hedland. “These publications support and guide the Pilbara Planning and Infrastructure Framework and the Pilbara Infrastructure

Karratha luxury

Choice of 3 luxury appointed homes featuring • 4 or 5 large bedrooms, 2 or 3 bathrooms • Top quality ﬁxtures and ﬁttings throughout. • Raked ceiling, Long-term leases available • Situated in the new Baynton West Estate • Available for rent from Jan 2012 Registrations of Interest Now Open Contact Paul Clark 0431033077 for more information paul@clarkproperty.com.au

Paul Clark

Licensee & Director 9390 3333

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investment opportunity in bridgetown z John Day, Planning Minister Implementation Plan, as well as informing planning work currently being undertaken by infrastructure service providers. “The reports are part of the Western Australian Planning Commission’s Urban Development Program which aims to monitor and coordinate land supply with development and infrastructure provision; promote effective use of land; and better staging of development, allowing for prioritisation of infrastructure spending.”

• Great return on investment, currently making 9% • 4 Factory units varying in size with long tenancies • Well positioned in the industrial area of Bridgetown

$640,000

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Copper jobs on the up-and-up in Mid West New jobs will be created as Western Australia’s second-biggest copper producer prepares to boost its operations in the MidWest with a $22million mine expansion. Mines Minister Norman Moore officiated at the drilling of the first sod for Mineral and Metals Group’s (MMG) Golden Grove copper open pit, approximately 450 kilometres north-east of Perth. “Last financial year, copper was worth $1.3billion to the state economy, a 13 per cent increase compared to the previous financial year,” Mr Moore said. “Golden Grove contributed significantly, producing more than

33,000 tonnes in 2010.” The minister said the $22million investment would not only extend the life of the mine by two years, but also provide new employment opportunities in the region. “Golden Grove is a very important operation in the MidWest, producing many mineral commodities and currently employing more than 550 people,” he said. “This expansion is a significant milestone in the life of the mine which has been in continuous operation since 1990 and holds a very bright future in terms of new discoveries in the Mid-West. “At present MMG is extensively exploring the surrounding area of Golden Grove with very encouraging results.”

The copper open pit will be located over the existing underground workings at Golden Grove’s Gossan Hill mine, with full-scale production commencing in January 2012. Mr Moore said current figures showed copper exploration expenditure in WA had increased during 2010-11 by 66 per cent from the previous year, to $79million. “This is a significant increase from five years ago when the state’s annual copper exploration expenditure was less than $10million,” he said. Golden Grove comprises the Scuddles and Gossan Hill underground mines and surface processing operations.

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What a great investment is this three-bedroom, onebathroom property with its 10.5 per cent return until September 2012. It is situated close to Karratha High School, Primary School and sporting ovals on a 708sqm block. The front of the property provides plenty of parking, dual side access plus an undercover patio. The interior is neatly

presented with a combined carpeted lounge room and dining area. The kitchen is spacious with a handy meals area. All bedrooms are carpeted and have built in robes. The exterior of the home provides you with a blank canvas to be able to landscape your own garden together with putting up a lovely gable or flat patio. Contact Vicky today to arrange a viewing.

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Whether you’re in the market for a house, a block of land or a farm in Bremer Bay or its surrounding areas, we will do our best to find it for you. Or maybe you are looking for a house to rent? Call us and make an appointment, we are happy to help.

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WA on show at World Property Market conference The Pilbara was on show in Hong Kong last week at the MIPIM Asia World Property Market Conference when 1,800 senior real estate executives, retailers, government officials and city administrators from 41 countries held business discussions over three days. Summing up the mood at Asia Pacific’s leading real estate gathering, Justin Chiu, Executive Director at Cheung Kong Limited, said MIPIM Asia is an important forum for the industry. “In its sixth edition, MIPIM Asia has confirmed that it is the international event for major real estate companies operating within the region or seeking to work internationally with Asia Pacific players,” MIPIM Asia Director Filippo Rean said. “The presence of retailers is something new at MIPIM Asia and reflects Asia Pacific’s potential for retailers and the attractiveness of retail real estate compared to certain

other property assets.” Planning Minister John Day said the State Government display at the three-day event highlighted WA as a hub for resource development, agriculture, tourism, education and business and featured the Perth Waterfront and the Perth City Link projects. “Western Australia’s presence at MIPIM will allow us to raise awareness and generate investor confidence in our State and its huge potential for investment,” Mr Day said. Regional Development and Lands Minister Brendon Grylls said the presence of the Pilbara Cities project at MIPIM Asia provided the opportunity to discuss the developments taking place in the region with serious overseas investors. “Our vision for the Pilbara will transform the region by building sustainable, attractive communities that are well serviced by modern infrastructure and amenities to support continued economic growth,” Mr Grylls said. “To achieve the Pilbara Cities vision, major scale projects are

underway in the key delivery areas of land and housing, infrastructure, health, education, community development and economic diversification.” At the traditional MIPIM Asia wrap-up conference, devoted to investment opportunities in Asia, Professor François Ortalo-Magne and Albert O. Nicholas, Dean of the Wisconsin School of Business (USA), Yue Tang, Attorney at law/Partner, Jun He Law Offices (China) and Dr. Megan Walters, Head of Research, Asia Pacific Capital Markets, Jones Lang LaSalle (Singapore), agreed that while price remains a key element in investment decisionmaking, investors are increasingly factoring in the quality of design and sustainable elements. The expert panel also noted increasing investment opportunities for international companies targeting mainland China as legislation seeks to open up the market to a diverse range of development companies. MIPIM Asia will be back at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre in 2012.

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4.05 x 3.22m

Outdoor Living m 4.05 x 5.27 5.27m

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Meals

2.87 x 1.5m

4.05 x 3.32m

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Bed 3

4.2 x 5.06m

Kitchen

4.05 x 3.34m

4.05 x 5.08m

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Laundry 2.88 x 2.0m

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2.87 x 1.5m

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Entry

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Bed 2 4.05 x 3. 3.22 22m 22 m

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