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10 february 2014
running for a cause: join us at the kuringgai chase on march 16
welcome to the inaugural edition of the mcconnell bourn magazine. In our first ever issue, we’re bringing you our roundup of a very worthy local event - the 2014 Kuringgai Chase Fun Run and Walk. mcconnell bourn is excited to once again be a major sponsor of this wonderful initiative, which raises funds and support for our Special Olympics athletes. We encourage anyone and everyone to register for the race on Sunday, March 16 and get involved - we certainly will be. Further back in the magazine, we’re showcasing some of the incredible properties that we currently have marketed for sale. We’d love to see you at one of our open-for-inspections so that we can introduce you properly to a few of these these stunning homes and apartments. With the 2013 property market closing on such a strong note, the New Year is already off to a positive start. At mcconnell bourn, we’re excited to see lies ahead. Please enjoy the magazine, and we hope to have the opportunity to work with you during 2014!
matthew bourn samantha bourn
contact us
mcconnellbourn.com.au
lindfield office a 356 pacific highway, lindfield nsw 2070 p 02 9496 2777 f 02 9496 2700
wahroonga office a 8 railway avenue, wahroonga nsw 2076 p 02 9496 2788 f 02 9496 2799
issue 01 10 february 2014
contents 4 running for a cause show your support for our special olympics athletes by registering for this fun run and walk on sunday, march 16.
The information contained herein is gathered from sources we believe to be reliable. However, we cannot guarantee it’s accuracy and interested parties should rely upon their own enquiries. McConnellbourn Offices will not be liable for any inaccuracies.
6 property for sale a selection of our properties currently marketed for sale.
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Running for a cause at the Kuringgai Chase Sport, community spirit, and the opportunity to raise money for a fantastic cause - mcconnell bourn is thrilled to once again be a major sponsor of the Kuringgai Chase Fun Run and Walk in 2014.
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y participating in the Kuringgai Chase, the community along the Upper North Shore gets to join together and show their support for Special Olympics athletes, all while having a great time and enjoying the scenic track through the leafy streets of Wahroonga.
Runners and walkers of all ages and abilities can register for either race on Sunday, March 16. Why not get fit, enjoy the fresh air and make a few new friends - all in the service of a great cause? The starting line is located at Wahroonga’s Claude Cameron Grove. The Kuringgai Chase begins bright and early at 9am, with the Barry Easy Walk kicking off soon after at 9:10am - runners at the front, walkers at the rear. Registration is $40 for adults, and $25 for Special Olympics athletes and under-18s. Those who register before March 7 can have their racing bibs delivered to their specified address, while others will be able to collect them at the starting line on the morning of the race.
The Kuringgai Chase returns for the second time this year, and in 2014 a new event, the Barry Easy Walk, has been added to the schedule. Both races are run by Special Olympics Upper North Shore, an organisation the provides support and assistance to over 600 intellectually disabled children and adults each year. Depending on fitness levels and motivation, participants can choose which event suits them. The Kuringgai Chase itself is a nine kilometre run taking in two laps of the 4.5 kilometre race track, while the Barry Easy Walk involves a single lap that participants can choose to either walk or run.
After the race has been run, participants and their supporters can enjoy the Come’N’Try Community Carnival and Picnic as a reward for their efforts. The Carnival begins 9:30am, also at Claude Cameron Grove.
The Kuringgai Chase raised an impressive $30,000 in 2013, and as a business with deep roots in the local area, mcconnell bourn are excited support the local community through this very worthy initiative.This year, mcconnell bourn director Matthew Bourn is also a member of the Kurringai Chase organising committee.
So strap on those running (or walking) shoes and start warming up for the Kurringgai Chase! Get involved by heading to www. kuringgaichase.com.au to register your interest for either the Kuringgai Chase or the Barry Easy Walk. See you at the starting line!
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“The Kuringgai Chase is back for its second year…”
wahroonga 53 burns road substantial country estate in blue ribbon location set quietly on a deep 3280sqm approx. parcel of land & evoking the graceful sophistication of the 1930s, this ‘gone with the wind’ style home, offers grand proportions, elegant updates & additions with luxury fittings plus a convenient location close to rail, quality schools & village lifestyle. sumptuous formal living room flowing to colonnade veranda & showcasing a bay window & open fireplace, adjoining music room | formal dining opening to terrace & overlooking pool | spacious casual living/dining, wood fireplace, indoor/
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outdoor flow to entertaining terrace & al fresco dining | stunning open plan marble kitchen | five double bedrooms, splendid master suite opening to private balcony | five bathrooms plus powder room, elegant use of marble, full family bathroom plus ensuite configurations | media room with fireplace | separate fitted executive study/home office | self-contained studio/5th bedroom set above garage, ideal teen or guest retreat | wine cellar with built-in fridges & servery |
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multiple outdoor entertaining options, lovely pergola terrace with sandstone flagging, deep veranda overlooking expansive garden | fully tiled 17m pool with solar & gas heating | meticulously maintained showpiece lawns & gardens with sunny north aspect | polished wood floors, high ceilings, winding staircase, french doors, shutters | gymnasium, auto security gates, alarm, intercom, ducted r/c air & heating
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by negotiation
inspect
by appointment
contact
jill henry 0416 493 555 matthew bourn 0416 108 909
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killara 8 rosetta avenue 2997sqm landholding in prime east side location set amongst approx 2997sqm of private landscaped grounds & vast level lawns, this light filled full brick contemporary home enjoys a superb north rear aspect & is located in a premier east side location, minutes to the station. championship sized synthetic grass tennis court with night lighting | fully tiled solar heated swimming pool, expansive covered entertaining terrace with built-in bbq | separate formal & informal living/entertaining areas, study | open plan granite/miele kitchen with walk-in pantry | versatile lower level
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billiard room/rumpus/guest suite | main bedroom with walk-in robe, ensuite & own balcony | automated entry gates, ducted air conditioning, workshop/cellar, abundant storage | large double garage with internal access plus ample off street parking | stroll to killara park & swain gardens, close to a selection of excellent schools including killara high school
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contact
scott farquhar 0412 179 179 steven kourdis 0402 555 675
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roseville 57 roseville avenue exquisite federation home in premier location exquisitely renovated with meticulous attention to detail, this character filled federation home ‘kyloe’ c1908 is set in a premier east side walk to rail location & offers sumptuous family living with a flowing layout & luxurious appointments. framed by level manicured gardens with elegant return veranda | timeless formal dining & adjoining | formal lounge opening to veranda & showcasing an original marble fireplace surround with jetmaster fire | light filled family living with high raked ceiling & lovely garden outlook, adjoining
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open casual dining with seamless indoor/outdoor flow to covered entertainment deck | stunning french provincial kitchen with carrara marble bench tops | four spacious double bedrooms including a beautiful main bedroom with feature fireplace, dressing room & splendid marble ensuite | four luxurious bathrooms, carrara marble, elegant claw-foot bath, underfloor heating & heated towel rails | large home office/media room | elevated rear entertainment deck with soaring vaulted ceiling &
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lush garden surrounds, level lawn, garden patio | original kauri floors, superb decorative ceilings, transom doors, plantation shutters, stunning original fireplaces, wine cellar | gas central heating, ducted r/c air con upstairs | double secure carport with auto door, generous under house storage, workshop | easy walk to rail, roseville college, roseville public, roseville park, village, cinema & cafes | within killara high catchment
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buyers guide $3,000,000+
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sat, sun & wed 12.00 -12.45pm
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roslynne rogers 0414 262 769 scott farquhar 0412 179 179
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lindfield 29 provincial road elegant federation entertainer amid spectacular gardens striking an immediate impression with its sophisticated blend of old world splendour & contemporary designer style, ´lanark´ is perfectly positioned in a blue ribbon enclave within walking distance of lindfield station & village. impeccably renovated to create an exceptionally spacious home with an emphasis on stylish entertaining, this impressive federation home is privately set amid approximately 1,066sqm of magnificent landscaped gardens boasting a north to rear aspect. superb period detailing, soaring ceilings with exquisite original
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ornate designs, traditional picture rails and leadlight windows | traditional central hallway, formal lounge room featuring an original marble fireplace | expansive open plan family room & kitchen enclosed by multiple glass bi-fold doors extending seamlessly to a stunning covered alfresco terrace | glass-enclosed heated pool surrounded by established landscaped gardens & child friendly level lawns | sleek gourmet kitchen with corian benchtops, quality appliances and ample cupboard
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space | five generously sized bedrooms, with additional secluded study nook tucked away behind the family room | oversized master bedroom includes walk-in and built-in robes and a designer ensuite | polished timber floors, ducted air conditioning, in and outdoor surround sound speakers, alarm security, under house storage with cellar, undercover car space plus additional driveway parking | stroll to lindfield village shops, walk to parks, reserves & killara golf club, close to quality schools
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on site sat 1st mar @ 1.30pm
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sat & wed 1.00 - 1.30pm
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steven kourdis 0402 555 675 mae chan 0412 179 179
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its a passion thing! our idea was simple - open a property marketing shop that our clients would love dealing with and our team would love working in. ever since matt and sam had that original idea back in 2000 we’vebeen busy perfecting it. today, mcconnell bourn is proud to be trusted by hundreds of home sellers and home buyers, property owners and tenants.we very much hope that during your visit today you’ll experience that passion that drives us all to be the best we can. it’s an experience thing we believe we’re passionate about what we do. but it’s nice to told that people oustide of our organisation can also sense that passion. over the past decade we’ve won some great awards, met some great clients and brought some wonderful people in to work in our business world. we strive to ensure thatduring your dealings with us you experience the very best of mcconnell bourn. matt and sam bourn
our address
mcconnellbourn.com.au our other addresses t 9496 2777 356 pacific highway lindfield nsw 2070 t 9496 2788 8 railway avenue wahroonga nsw 2076