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Domain Luxury
This home is one of the finest we’ve seen in the Domain Precinct. It blends stunning architecture, refined interiors, and a world-class rooftop oasis. Every detail, from the landscaped gardens to the wellness zone, has been crafted to create a truly remarkable living experience.
Marcus Chiminello, Marshall White Director
28 Marne Street, South Yarra
A masterful Powell and Glenn-designed residence combining contemporary luxury with a 1930s heritage façade in South Yarra’s prestigious Domain Precinct. Enhanced by Myles Baldwin’s acclaimed landscape design, this exceptional fivelevel home, serviced by a lift, culminates in a rooftop oasis with a pool and panoramic city skyline views.
An eclectic marble foyer sets the tone for meticulously crafted interiors. Formal sitting and dining rooms feature sculptural marble fireplaces and French oak flooring. The open-plan living domain, complete with a bar and chef’s kitchen clad in Calacatta Arabescato marble, extends to a north-facing garden with outdoor kitchen, wood-burning fireplace, and covered terrace.
The private quarters offer three spacious bedrooms, all with ensuites and dressing rooms, while the main suite features garden views, a sunlit terrace, double dressing room, and
opulent marble ensuite with skylights and oversized bath.
The wellness-focused lower level includes a gym, sauna, steam room, wine cellar, home theatre, and 12-car garage, plus a selfcontained guest suite with separate access.
Luxury appointments include Crestron automation, hydronic heating, CCTV, and rooftop entertaining. An unmatched address close to Fawkner Park, the Botanic Gardens, and the CBD. ■ For enquiries contact Marcus Chiminello 0411 411 271 VIEW LISTING
In Conversation with
We spoke to Beth Richards, Founder and Creative Director of Kinnon, about the brand’s journey, her proudest moment, and what’s next for this sustainable Australian label.
What inspired you to launch Kinnon, and how did the journey begin?
I didn’t start my career expecting to be where I am today. A small idea stuck with me and threw me off course… in a good way. I have a background in brand strategy and PR and ran my own communications agency for many years. Fashion and design have always been close to my heart, and after travelling extensively throughout my career, I began working on designs for work and travel bags and accessories that I couldn’t find — pieces that offered both functionality and personal style. I started researching suppliers and materials, developed a brand and launch strategy, and Kinnon was born.
What has been your proudest moment since founding Kinnon?
Aside from our continued focus on sustainability and longevity, one of my proudest moments was the December launch of our first product collaboration, Kinnon by Romy, with the incredibly talented stylist and creative director Romy Frydman of Style Me Romy. Reflecting the spirit of endless summers and global wanderlust, the resort-inspired collection of six pieces is lovingly handcrafted in our Cambodian factory from sustainably, ethically sourced, and certified materials. The KR collection features a bespoke hand-woven leather rattan weave exclusive to Kinnon. It took about a year from initial concepts to launch due to the intricacy of the design and the care we took to perfect every detail — but it was worth the wait.
Which Kinnon piece best represents the brand’s philosophy, and why?
I love that we develop collections for both men and women, with crossover across many styles.. If I had to choose one piece that best represents Kinnon, it would be our Ada business
bag from the Paloma collection. It is fearless, sleek, unpretentious, and minimalistic in design — but with a clear purpose. It’s a beautifully crafted business and laptop bag with space for workday essentials. It features the collection’s signature gold bar detailing and is made from soft Italian nappa leather.
What do you hope people feel when they own and use a Kinnon piece?
I hope they feel confident and proud to wear a sustainable Australian label — one that helps them move effortlessly through their day and travel while elevating their personal style.
How do you stay inspired and keep your designs fresh in a competitive market?
It’s a constant process that never slows down. I draw inspiration from many places and always try to stay ahead of global trends. We also speak with our customers to learn what they love and what they’d like to see more of. Different markets lean towards different styles and colour palettes, which we take into consideration, but our main focus is always on designing products we love and are proud of — and that we believe our customers will love too.
I’m passionate about design across all areas, not just fashion. My team and I bring this into every meeting and project. We love travel, new technologies, and sustainable materials that reduce waste and make a positive impact on the planet. We’re always exploring how these elements can be integrated into our products. As cliché as it sounds, inspiration really is everywhere.
What’s next for Kinnon? Do you have any exciting plans or new collections on the horizon?
Absolutely! We’ll be releasing new drops to our existing collections, including Kinnon by Romy, in the coming months. We’re also launching a beautiful collection of travel bags made from organic cotton with leather contrast details mid-year — we can’t wait to share it. ■
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Kinnon by Romy collection
from Windsor Wine Room
BURRATA, VODKA SAUCE, FENUGREEK CRUMB
This Burrata, Vodka Sauce, Fenugreek Crumb recipe from Windsor Wine Room’s Head Chef Benjamin Muzza, combines creamy burrata with rich vodka sauce and a spiced fenugreek crumb - perfect for sharing.
Ingredients Method
200g onions, chopped
400g peeled tomatoes
50g tomato paste
30g paprika
100g butter
300-500ml vodka
300g grilled peppers, chopped
Salt to taste (about 5g)
Fenugreek crumb
150g bread (about 4 slices)
20g fenugreek seeds
10g lemon zest
5g thyme
1. Melt butter and cook onions until soft.
2. Stir in tomato paste and paprika. Cook for 2 minutes.
3. Add tomatoes, grilled peppers, and simmer for 10 minutes.
4. Add vodka and cook for 10-15 minutes.
Fenugreek crumb
1. Preheat oven to 180°C. Toast bread until crispy, then cool.
2. Blitz toasted bread in a food processor until crumbed.
3. Stir in fenugreek seeds, lemon zest, and thyme.
Windsor Wine Room
60 Chapel Street, Windsor
Emerging Voices In Victorian Art
Victoria’s next generation of artistic talent is being celebrated as Top Arts 2025 takes centre stage at The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia. Now in its 31st year, this much-loved annual exhibition spotlights 40 outstanding students who have excelled in the VCE subjects of Art Making and Exhibiting and Art Creative Practice.
Top Arts presents a dynamic and thought-provoking collection of works in various mediums, including painting, photography, moving images, textiles, sculpture, and digital media. The exhibition captures a spectrum of personal and cultural narratives and reflections on contemporary life, nature, and the complexities of knowledge.
Among this year’s highlights is Eden Thomas’s Copper Lining (Please Don't Touch the Artwork), a striking installation featuring a large-scale copper panel embossed with Braille text. The work plays with the irony of inviting and restricting interaction simultaneously, encouraging viewers to reflect on the accessibility of information in the digital age. Created in consultation with Vision Australia, Thomas’s piece challenges audiences to consider who has access to knowledge and who is left out.
Also featured is Ethan Mangopoulos’s vivid photo series My Life, which charts his personal journey into adulthood. Through layers of colour and x-ray-like textures, Mangopoulos captures moments of self-discovery, navigating shifting relationships and the emotional landscape of growing up.
In Our Rooms, Meg Kane documents the intimate spaces of friends, pairing striking photographic portraits with curated collections of personal objects. The project delves into the influence of personal spaces on identity and celebrates the shared human experience of expressing individuality through the things we choose to display.
First Nations artist Eva Philippiadis contributes Hold Me Gently, a delicate woven basket adorned with oyster shells and inscribed boab nuts. The work is a meditation on family, culture, and the gentle ties that shape one’s sense of self.
Top Arts 2025 offers visitors a powerful and inspiring window into the creative minds of Victoria’s emerging artists, each with a unique story to tell. ■
MARCH MARKET HOLDS STEADY
We are pleased to report steady and consistent performance across the prestige Melbourne property market as we progressed through March. Our teams continue to deliver strong outcomes for our clients, with healthy transaction volumes recorded over recent months. This consistency speaks to the trust our clients place in us and our commitment to every campaign.
Broader market challenges persist, with factors such as increased property taxes and a growing supply impacting investor sentiment in some areas. However, the Melbourne market continues to show resilience. We are encouraged by the steady buyer demand, particularly across the city’s inner suburbs, which confirms the ongoing appeal of quality property in key locations.
Melbourne’s auction clearance rate remains solid, tracking above 70%, which reinforces the level of competition we’re witnessing week-on-week. We are also seeing a notable number of underbidders eager to secure their next opportunity, which bodes well for the months ahead as we move further into the busy autumn selling season.
At Marshall White, we remain focused on helping our clients navigate these evolving market conditions while delivering standout results. Our success is a testament to the hard work, expertise, and professionalism of our entire team. I am proud of the collaborative energy we bring to serve our clients and look forward to building on this momentum in the months ahead. ■
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The Local Edit
Live at the Lume - 4th April 2025
5 Convention Centre Place, South Wharf VIC 3006
A Walk in the Park 2025 - Mornington - 5th April 2025
Hastings Foreshore, 91 Marine Parade, Hastings VIC 3915
Guide Dogs Community Fair - 5th April 2025
Guide Dogs Victoria Kew Campus, 2-6 Chandler Highway, Kew VIC 3101
Hill and Ridge Community Market - 5th April 2025 184 Arthurs Seat Road, Red Hill VIC 3937
Rare Hare x D.O.C at LL Vineyard - 5th April 2025
14a Dennis Street, Merricks North VIC 3926
Run for the Kids - 5th April 2025
Docklands VIC 3008
Tyrrell's Wines Winemaker's Lunch at The Continental5th April 2025
1/21 Ocean Beach Road, Sorrento VIC 3943
Alliance Francaise French Film FestivalUntil 9 th April 2025
Multiple locations across the city.
Ashburton Artisan Market - 10 th April 2025
Alamein Learning Centre, 49 Ashburn Grove, Ashburton
Soul Night Market Sorrento Beach - 11th April 2025
Sorrento Beach, Point Nepean Road, Sorrento VIC 3943
The Windsor Ball - 11th April 2025
Malvern Town Hall, 1251 High Street, Malvern VIC 3144
Mornington Racecourse Market - 13 th April 2025
Mornington Racecourse, 320 Racecourse Road, Mornington VIC 3931
My Manningham Fun Run and Walk - 13 th April 2025
Ruffey Lake Park, 99 Victoria Street, Templestowe VIC 3106
Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron Easter Art Show 15th April - 18th April 2025
Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron Point Nepean Road, Blairgowrie VIC 3942
Point Nepean Portsea Market - 19 th April 2025
Point Nepean National Park, Ochiltree Road Portsea VIC 3944
Melbourne Comedy Festival - Until 20 th April 2025
Multiple locations across the city.
Beauty and the Beast - Until 20 th April 2025
Her Majesty’s Theatre, 219 Exhibition Street, Melbourne
Yayoi Kusuma - Until 21st April 2025
National Gallery of Victoria, 180 St Kilda Road, Melbourne
Notre-Dame de Paris: The Augmented Exhibition at Immigration Museum - Until 27th April 2025
Immigration Museum, 400 Flinders St Melbourne 3000
A Walk in the Park 2025 - 27th April 2025
184 Arthurs Seat Road, Red Hill, 3937 Victoria
Run the Tan - 27th April 2025
Birdwood Ave, Melbourne VIC 3004
L'Enoteca's 'Mercoledì Di-Vino' - 30 th April 2025
546 Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
Warrandyte Riverside Market - 3 rd May 2025
Stiggant Reserve, 45-55 Yarra Street, Warrandyte
Xavier College Maytime Fair - 3 rd May 2025
135 Barkers Road, Kew VIC 3101
Mornington Running Festival - 4th May 2025
The Esplanade, Mornington Park, Mornington VIC 3931
Peninsula Music Society presents Flinders Quartet with Paavali Jumppanen, piano - 10 th May 2025
Peninsula Community Theatre, Wilsons Road, Mornington VIC 3931
Van Gogh at the Lume - Until 1st June 2025
5 Convention Centre Pl, South Wharf VIC 3006
Van Gogh High Tea - Until 1st June 2025
Crown Towers Hotel Lobby, TWR, 8 Whiteman Street Southbank VIC 3006
Top Arts 2025 - Until 20 th July 2025
National Gallery of Victoria, 180 St Kilda Road, Melbourne
Martin Grant Exhibition - Until January 2026
National Gallery of Victoria, 180 St Kilda Road, Melbourne
