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19 March, 2015

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Home of celebrity

FREQUENTED by celebrities, Netanya Noosa is the jewel in

an open-plan living, kitchen and dining zone, creating a sense

the crown of Noosa when it comes to luxury accommodation.

of space, while the living zone opens out to a covered balcony

Located on Noosa Main Beach and within the heart of the famous Hastings Street, Netanya is perfectly situated to showcase the very best of Noosa’s award-winning restaurants,

where the absolutely stunning views of Noosa Main Beach can be enjoyed in privacy. The exclusive rooftop terrace is the perfect place to relax

boutique shopping and visitor attractions, while the Noosa

in the sun or host a cocktail party with friends under the stars

National Park is within easy reach.

with the sound of the crashing waves providing the ultimate

On offer through exclusive agents Richardson and Wrench, apartment 408 is a one-bedroom penthouse apartment with an exclusive rooftop terrace. Not only does this apartment boast the best view and position on the beachfront, it is now the best buy having been reduced by $200,000 by a genuine seller. Offering style and sophistication, apartment 408 features

beach party soundtrack. This stylish apartment is ideal for anyone looking for a lock and leave holiday hideaway, or for savvy investors with excellent rental returns and healthy tax benefits on offer. This apartment also features shared, secure, undercover parking, air-conditioning and access to the resort’s pool and other facilities.

home essentials ADDRESS: Apartment 408 ‘Netanya’ 71 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads AUCTION: In room Sheraton Resort Noosa, 8 April at 5pm VIEW: By appointment DESCRIPTION: 1 bed, 1 bath AGENT: Shane McCauley and Frank Milat for Richardson and Wrench Noosa, 0403 646 930 or 0438 528 148 Thursday, 19 March, 2015 | NOOSA TODAY 21

ACROSS FROM THE BEACH

LITTLE COVE 1‘THE COVE’ 24 LITTLE COVE ROAD

Spacious & Private

View By Appointment Price $3,200,000

Unit 1 ‘The Cove’ is positioned perfectly to enjoy this highly sought after location, right across the road from Little Cove beach and a mere short stroll down the boardwalk to Hastings Street in one direction and the National Park in the other. ɒ One of the largest single level floorplans in Little Cove. ɒ Apartment features private entry for ease of access. ɒ Spacious open plan living and entertainers kitchen. ɒ Delightfully furnished with new furniture throughout. ɒ Generous outdoor living areas and private pool.

Hamish Bolderston 0478 099 058 Jill Goode 0418 714 653 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au

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Richardson & Wrench Noosa

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ABSOLUTE BEACHFRONT

NOOSA HEADS 408 ‘NETANYA’ 71 HASTINGS STREET

Penthouse & Position

View Saturday 1.00-1.30pm Auction In-rooms Sheraton Noosa Resort, Wednesday 8 April from 5pm

This Penthouse apartment with exclusive roof terrace is just perefct. A stylish and sophisticated suite offering excellent rental returns and healthy tax benefits for the owner. Since Netanya was strata titled around 18 years ago, this unit has seen excellent appreciation. ɒ The views from this top level penthouse are absolutely stunning. ɒ Professional on-site management and excellent occupancy. ɒ What better way but to relax in the spa, sipping a glass of your favourite champagne. ɒ Best of all, very realistic sellers.

Frank Milat 0438 528 148 Shane McCauley 0403 646 930 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa

FULLY RENOVATED

NOOSA HEADS 102/103 ‘HOTEL LAGUNA’ 6 HASTINGS ST

Holidays & Value

View Friday 12.00-12.30pm Auction In-rooms Sheraton Noosa Resort, Wednesday 8 April from 5pm

A great buy in Hastings street with direct access to the pool. Just a short stroll to all Hastings Street has to offer - cafes, shops and retail therapy! Newly renovated this dual key apartment offers great income and tax benefits to make even your accountant smile. ɒ Direct access to the pool on the ground floor. ɒ Tastefully furnished with polished timber floors. ɒ So close to Main beach and Noosa National Park. ɒ Small block with low body corporate fees.

Frank Milat 0438 528 148 Shane McCauley 0403 646 930 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa 1177448-CB12-15

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LOCATION, LOCATION!

NOOSA HEADS 4 ‘PISCES’ 7 PEZA COURT

Waterfront & Wonderful

View Saturday 12.00-12.30pm Auction In-rooms Sheraton Noosa Resort, Wednesday 8 April from 5pm

‘Pisces’ is situated along Noosa Sound, and rests directly on the waterfront with stunning views across the Noosa River, apartment 4 is strategically positioned for the best river view and simply wonderful for holiday makers or for living the waterfront lifestyle. ɒ Direct access to the Jetty and Noosa River. ɒ Spacious living areas and master bedroom with river views. ɒ Small complex with no on-site mangers and low Strata fees. ɒ Car park on title with lock up storage. Close to restaurants, cafes and shops.

Frank Milat 0438 528 148 Shane McCauley 0403 646 930 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa

RIGHT ON THE RIVER

NOOSA SOUND 61 WYUNA DRIVE

Serenity & Space

View Saturday 11.00-11.30am Auction On-site 12noon Wednesday 8 April

This modern home, right on the river, has been designed beautifully with a flowing floor plan, exquisite finishes and fine attention to detail. There’s plenty of room with beautifully sized bedrooms, office, two living areas plus a superb gourmet kitchen. It is a home filled with light. ɒ The sunny pool is the place for a dip with the children, after playing on the sandy beach. ɒ There is also a jetty to throw in a line and a gated side entrance for a small boat. ɒ Positioned on a wide part of the River overlooking the foliage on the bank opposite. ɒ Within walking distance to some of Noosa’s best restaurants.

Jennifer Carr 0412 158 433 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa

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ULTIMATE POSITION

LITTLE COVE 7 ALLAMBI RISE

Build & Prosper

View Saturday 10.00-10.30am Price Offers over $4,500,000

Panoramic vistas of Noosa’s Main Beach, Laguna Bay, Noosa River and Mt Cooroy and the promise and delivery of a gorgeous sunset stretch in front of you from the pool deck of this home in the dress circle of Noosa. A unique site to build your superb new home. ɒ Perfect weekend getaway with low maintenance gardens, lock-up garage and storage space. ɒ Walk to Hastings Street or the National Park in just 5 minutes. ɒ 885m2 allotment, inground pool, AAA+ position! ɒ This is what Noosa is all about – leave the car in the garage for the entirety of your holiday.

Cam Goode 0400 904 678 Jill Goode 0418 714 653 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa

RENOVATOR’S DREAM

NOOSA HEADS 9 SUNSET DRIVE

Paint & Profit

View Saturday 11.00-11.30am Auction In-rooms Sheraton Noosa Resort, Wednesday 8 April from 5pm

Situated just 200 metres from the river, and an easy walk to the Sunday farmer’s market, this cute renovator is a project just waiting to be taken up! On a huge 845m2 block, the home has 3 bedrooms and one renovated bathroom, it’s surrounded on 3 sides by mature palms and trees. ɒ There is a space crying out for a lovely pool, still leaving plenty of room to extend the house. ɒ Located within minutes of schools, shopping and transport. ɒ This property is quite possibly Noosa’s best renovation option. ɒ This is a ‘red hot’ area, with its over-sized land this could be a great home in a great position!

Cam Goode 0400 904 678 Jill Goode 0418 714 653 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa 1177453-CB12-15

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ICONIC BEACHFRONT

SUNSHINE BEACH 34 ARAKOON CRESCENT

High & Mighty

View Saturday 12.00-12.30pm Price $3,800,000

You will be forgiven for thinking you’re in the Hamptons, instead of Sunshine Beach, at this heart stopping home that will make you pause and sigh at every angle. Although this is a fully functional family home, it is an ideal investment for holiday letting, given its superb views and prime location. ɒ Be in awe of its unique design by Ian Mitchell and its daring use of timber. ɒ This trophy position is situated in one of the most desirable streets in Sunshine Beach. ɒ Restaurants, coffee shops and the Surf Club are a short stroll away. Leave the car at home. ɒ The private, heated infinity pool synchronises and disappears into the blue horizon.

Kate Cox 0438 695 505 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa

GREAT LOCATION

TEWANTIN 2/12 BLAKESLEY STREET

Separate & Secure

View Saturday 10.00-10.30am Price $785,000

Properties in sought-after Blakesly Street don’t come along very often, and especially not at this price. Set over four levels, with the main living on two, this north facing home is ideally suited to executive couples with regular visitors, or those with adult children who refuse to leave the nest. ɒ High gloss tiles and Australian hardwood timber floors. ɒ Split system airconditioning in living area; ceiling fans throughout. ɒ Ducted vacuum; stainless steel gas cooktop and suspended exhaust. ɒ Secure intercom entry; low body corporate fees.

Kate Cox 0438 695 505 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au

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OCEAN VIEWS

SUNRISE BEACH 1 ‘AQUA SUNRISE’ 38 VENTURA STREET 3 Lock up & Leave This charming duplex captures the idyllic beachside lifestyle. Offering house sized proportions, this pet friendly townhouse is just perfect for young families or those looking to downsize. With small ocean views from the balcony, this is a must to inspect. ɒ Light filled open plan lounge to undercover balcony. ɒ Spa in downstairs ensuite. ɒ Double Garage with tiled Floor. ɒ Low maintenance gardens, exterior recently repainted.

View Thursday 4.00-4.30pm & Saturday 10.00-10.30am Auction In-rooms Sheraton Noosa Resort, Wednesday 8 April from 5pm Stephen Williams 0439 990 399 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa

ENTRY LEVEL NOOSAVILLE

NOOSAVILLE 2 ‘CORAL BEACH’ 12 ROBERT STREET

Lifestyle & Location

View Friday 12.00-12.30pm & Saturday 1.00-1.30pm Auction In-rooms Sheraton Noosa Resort, Wednesday 8 April from 5pm

This plantation-style townhouse is loaded with extras and just steps from the Noosa River. With renovated kitchen and bathrooms, air conditioning, new blinds and security doors, this open-plan, furnished unit is ready for your immediate enjoyment. ɒ 150 Metres to Noosa River. ɒ French doors opening onto outdoor areas. ɒ Covered entertaining areas and low maintenance gardens. ɒ Well managed complex featuring pool and tennis court.

Hamish Bolderston 0478 099 058 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa 1177458-CB12-15

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New York, New York - in style bydesign WITH DI HENSHALL NEW York is a very diverse place – it has five boroughs, all totally different to each other. The most famous and most visited of all the boroughs is Manhattan. Manhattan is a cultural and design fountain – it oozes style. People think that the word style means being stylish (or en vogue), but the styles of New York are from one crazy spectrum to the other. I personally LOVE the graffiti that you see all over the place, particularly in the Lower East Side district – these guys are geniuses. There is something very stylish about graffiti and it is now a very acceptable, trendy artform that can be seen on canvas gracing the walls of incredibly hip houses and apartments. Equally, the Upper East Side, is home to some very stylish New Yorkers (mainly the ones with “old money”) who swan about with their full-length REAL fur coats, perfectly coiffed hairstyles and Birkin bags, totally gorgeous.

Manhattan is a cultural and design fountain – it oozes style.

Whatever happens in between these two diverse examples of style also translates to the architecture and interior design of the city. New York had one of its many heydays in the 1920s and 1930s when architecture, interior design, fashion, cars and accessories all merged into one huge, global movement, which is now called Art Deco (it wasn’t called Art Deco back in the day). There are some stunning examples of Art Deco architecture and interior design in New York, a lot of which is very famous and well-known to almost everyone who visits – the Woolworths building, the Chrysler building, the Empire State Building, Grand Central Station (built earlier but has many Art Deco additions) and Radio City Music Hall. Rockefeller – what a guy. There are also some fabulous buildings being built as we speak, particularly the 9/11 Ground Zero complex. I had visited the site not long after the disaster, when the ground was literally stripped bare of all humanity and visited it again a couple of times since then. What has been created there now is nothing short of amazing – they (the design team – including Daniel Liebskind – one of my design heroes) have created a sensitive

New York has oodles of style, in so many different forms, including the music, the art, the interior design, the architecture, the conversation, the food, the drink, the weather. and beautiful tribute to the thousands

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of victims, but have also created a very

Tower (designed by Daniel Liebskind

human illustration of people’s strength and

and David Childs) is fully operational and

endurance, which sums up New Yorkers on

represents the dignity and power of New

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York beautifully.

I don’t think any of the families of the

Style – New York has oodles of it, in so

victims could be anything but touched by

many different forms, including the music,

the homage that has been bestowed on their

the art, the interior design, the architecture,

loved ones. The buildings and pools in this

the conversation, the food, the drink, the

area are spectacular, all designed by a small,

weather.

select, international group of architects that

Oh, did I mention the weather? No, I can’t

have triumphed in their interpretation of the

mention it, it was far too cold to be real, so I’d

brief.

rather forget that part of my latest trip.

LA LAS ND T E RE VER LE AS E

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Elysium Noosa ofers a truly unique lifestyle for a discerning group of residents. An address that comes with your very own residents Rec Club and a host of onsite recreational facilities. This is the last opportunity to secure a homesite in the exclusive Elysium Noosa!

Call Sean Cary on 07 5474 8663 Corner Elysium Drive and Smoke Bush Drive, Noosa Heads www.elysiumnoosa.com.au Images are indicative only.*Average price $368,250. All descriptions have been prepared in good faith and with due care however may be subject to change without notice at any time. Purchasers should inform and assure themselves by inspection, independent advice or as otherwise necessary prior to purchase. ®Registered Trademark. QBCC Act Lic. No. 41712. ©AVJennings Properties Limited. ABN 50 004 601 503. February 2015. E21385 1174062-EG08-15

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First impressions count at sales time front onthehome

WITH EMILY BLACK LITTLE FISH MEDIA

YOU canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t make a first impression twice! While a good real estate agent will do everything in their power to ensure the best outcome in a sale, they rely on the vendors presenting their property in the best possible way. When a potential buyer first arrives at your home, what will they see? Think about what is attractive and isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t. Try closing your eyes tightly, then re-opening them - what is the first thing you see? It probably needs

to go! Investing some time and energy into ensuring pristine presentation can increase your sale value.

What do you need to do to prepare your home for a successful sale? Your basic to do list may include a tidy of your garden, i.e. mow the lawn, give your facade a fresh coat of paint, fix the fence and so on.

Sellers often become hung up on the presentation inside, making sure everything is clean, tidy and de-cluttered, but it is the street appeal that is the first point of contact with your buyer, whether they are driving by, or arriving for an open home. A neat entrance will enhance street appeal and leave a positive first impression. A good first impression will entice buyers to

a home for sale. Each home has its own feel, look and its own smell! Keep the home smelling fresh by ventilating it - open some windows - let some fresh air through.

come in and inspect your property.

Consider tidying the front garden by cutting down overgrown plants and trees; keeping the lawn neat and ensuring your house number is clearly visible. Fixing the letterbox is necessary, and perhaps your front door needs a coat of paint or replacement.

Have it clean and free from pet, garbage, smoking or strong flavoured food smells. Air fresheners and lightly scented candles may assist, as will a freshly brewed pot of coffee or baked muffins coming out of the oven just before the scheduled inspection.

Clean external walls, gutters and any outdoor furniture and update the garden by simply adding some mulch and/or planting colourful flowers, while ensuring any water features such as pools or ponds are clean. It is not all about how a property looks, and while we have written on internal presentation before; how does it smell? All of the senses are stimulated when inspecting

When you finish preparing your home for market, try to sum it up in one or two words. This will give you an overall assessment as to what the purchaser is likely to think. If you come up with descriptive words such as, inviting, immaculate, beautiful or impressive, then you have succeeded. Your home is ready to sell at its optimum.

Testimonial My wife and I have been very impressed with Century 21 in Noosa. In particular, David Conolly has listened to us and provided us with first class advice and execution of our strategy. We would thoroughly recommend both David and his company to prospective sellers in the Sunshine Coast area. Well done to him and his team, they deserve to be rated as the No 1 real estate agency in the Noosa area.

David Conolly - Principal M: 0438 259 956 E: david@c21noosa.com

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Regards Terry McCaughey

CENTURY 21 AGENTS. SMARTER. BOLDER. FASTER. CENTURY21.COM.AU/NOOSA CENTURY21.COM.AU/PEREGIAN

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Small drop in home loans THE Australian Bureau of Statistics has released the latest housing finance data for January, with a reported drop in home loan demand nothing to worry about according to experts. The data found the number of dwelling commitments approved throughout January 2015 fell 3.5 per cent, but still remains high by historical standards. In total, 51,396 loans were approved throughout the month, down from 53,254 the month prior. Mortgage Choice spokesperson Jessica Darnbrough said while the demand for home loans had dropped slightly, demand remained strong when considering dwelling commitments hit a five-year high last month. “Over the past 12 months we have

consistently seen more than 50,000 home loans approved each month,” she said. “The last time more than 50,000 dwelling commitments were approved each month for a year was back in 2009 when the boosted first home owner grants were in place.” Ms Darnbrough said the combination of falling interest rates and strong capital growth was encouraging many Australians to buy property. “Research conducted by RP Data shows property prices have climbed by 8.3 per cent across Australia’s combined capital cities over the past 12 months,” she said. “This level of growth is helping to make property a very attractive investment option for Australians.”

Ms Darnbrough said interest rates were currently sitting at 60-year lows, making the cost of borrowing more affordable than it had been in a long time. “With Australia’s lenders making it very clear they are hungry for business, it is not surprising to see a large number of home loans being approved each month,” she said. Moving forward, home loan demand is expected to stay relatively strong as more investors look to take advantage of the current market conditions. “The current market is prime for investors and with rates sitting at all-time lows, it is likely the market will continue to favour this buyer segment for some time yet,” Ms Darnbrough said.

The national real estate market is currently positioned to suit investment buyers, according to finance experts.

OPEN HOMES Castaway Beach 47 Driftwood Drive

Sunrise Beach

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kym de Warren & Jon Blonk

Sat 11-11.30am

Doonan 337 Sunrise Road

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - David Berns

Sat 9.30 - 10.15am

56 Duke Road

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - David Berns

Thurs 1-2pm, Sat 10.30-11.30am

369 Duke Road

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - David Berns

Sat 11.45 am-12.45pm

Little Cove

Apt 7‘Aqua Nirvana’1 Margit Crescent

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kym de Warren & Jon Blonk

Apt 6, 14 Sobraon Street

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kate Cox & Jake Sudrajat

Apt 1‘Aqua Sunrise’38 Ventura Street

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Steve Williams

Sat 12-12.30pm Sat 1-1.30pm Thur 4-4.30pm, Sat 10-10.30am

Sunshine Beach 34 Arakoon Crescent

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kate Cox & Peter Butt

Sat 12-12.30pm

Apt 18‘Sunseeker Lodge’2 Pilchers Gap

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kym de Warren & Jon Blonk

Sat 10-10.30am

11/20 Douglas Street

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - David Conolly

Sat 11-11.30am

Apt 2‘Villa Nette’56 Park Road

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Peter Butt & Hamish Bolderston

Sat 11-11.30am

24 Seaview Terrace

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - David Conolly

Sat 1-1.30pm

7 Allambi Rise

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Cam Goode and Jill Goode

Sat 10-10.30am

25 Paciic Avenue

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - David Conolly

Sat 2-2.30pm

1/8 Hill Street

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - David Conolly

Sat 12-12.30pm

1/25 Duke Street