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New Communities | Villawood’s Coridale
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Master-planned for community THE shape of Australian residential housing is changing dramatically and a peak example of just how much will soon be apparent in Villawood Properties’ new Coridale community at Lara. Villawood’s pointed focus on community, on bringing neighbours together to form lasting friendships, is more than just a handy factor for newcomers to greenfield sites. It’s about building sustainable communities from the ground up. About building communities of people who know and look out for one other. It’s about communities where kids can engage with nature, and play in parks and playgrounds that pique their curiosity and challenge them physically as they grow. A resort-like Residents’ Club will feature a fully-equipped gym, a swimming pool and multi-purpose sports court. Residents can catch up with friends, host birthdays and get-togethers in a club function room. They can also watch kids in active and social play from the sanctuary of the club’s parents lounge. Think eat, play, relax. The master-planned Coridale will host a supermarket, retail and community centre. Among its tree canopies, handpicked from local tree nurseries, residents will never be more than minutes from a park.
Parents’ morning jogs can be enjoyed along a beautifully-landscaped reserve while kids’ sporting dreams can be nurtured at the district sports grounds. Wetlands will be home to paths and an abundance of native wildlife. Coridale’s built-in amenity will be complemented by nearby primary and secondary schools, dining and retail. Close to Lara and Geelong, and comfortable distance from Melbourne, Coridale will offer the best of country and city living. It is with projects like Coridale that Villawood Properties is raising the benchmarks of Australian residential housing. It’s imperative is specific designs to enhance social connection and healthy, fun lifestyles. The new way of residential living. Villawood has a raft of industry awards for its masterplanning, its design, community engagement, sustainability, environmental work and more. The 1107-lot Coridale is the first new community in the Lara West corridor and will make up 20 per cent of the area’s total 6000 new homes. It is bordered by Patullos, O’Hallorans and Windermere roads. More information about Coridale is available at coridale.com.au. ●
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Premium living at The Point LOCATED in the picturesque seaside town of Point Lonsdale, The Point boasts an array of architecturally-designed homes as well as parks, waterways and wetlands. Neighbouring some of the Bellarine Peninsula’s best wineries, cafes and restaurants, art galleries and shopping strips as well as being only a short drive from the beach, the estate offers the very best of coastal living. Home to more than 400 residents, The Point has been carefully planned to ensure preservation of the local flora and fauna while allowing residents direct access to walking and hiking trails and nature reserves in the surrounding area. The Point provides residents the opportunity to enjoy the relaxed, beachside lifestyle while still having all of the amenities at their fingertips. Moremac Property Group project director Doug Vallance says the estate provides a wide range of house and land packages to suit any budget or lifestyle. “The Point’s Pearl townhouse range which feature two living areas, three bedrooms, a large waterfront balcony, lock-up garage and landscaped gardens are the perfect combination of luxury and comfort,” he says. “The high ceilings and expansive windows overlooking the water and warm timber tones throughout the home, provide a picture-perfect sanctuary in a quaint location.” The estate also has close partnerships with local community groups such as the Point Lonsdale Surf Lifesaving Club, Queenscliff Football and Netball Club, Point Lonsdale Bowls Club, Queenscliff Literary Festival and the Bellarine Catchment Network, which provide the ideal platform for community
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Local Builders | Urbanedge Homes
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Urbanedge’s stamp of pride THE enthusiasm and absolute confidence in the final product is apparent in Urbanedge Homes sales consultant David Lowe’s voice. His voice bubbles with pride as he talks about the process that he believes sets Urbanedge apart from the others. “Our owner comes from a plumbing trade by background so he takes details and quality of products incredibly seriously,” David says. “He would not let a customer move into a home unless it was good enough for him to live in as well. “He’d be happy to live in a lot of homes because we’re delivering an incredibly high quality product.” Nothing is set in stone when you build with Urbanedge. They have the flexibility that just about every potential home owner craves. “Unlike most other builders, we are happy to amend our plans,” David says. “This is generally the biggest purchase somebody is going to make in their lives, and we believe we should try to get as close as we possibly can, to meeting our clients’ requirements. “We can move rooms, add rooms - it’s all about what the customer wants This is why we position Urbanedge Homes in between being a volume builder and a custom builder. We take the flexibility of one and the financial benefits of the other, so that our clients get the best of both worlds. “It’s a win-win. We know we are giving the client what they need and our process makes sure we get it right.” David says it’s the entire sales and building process that draws customers to Urbanedge. GEELONG COASTnew homes&land
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“You get a lot of house for the money you spend with us,” he says. “The process, great brands, marketleading inclusions, the quality materials we use in our builds and the brilliant designs themselves are like no other. “They’re designed to make your neighbours and friends and family jealous.” Urbanedge also specialises in knockdown builds for when you decide that the best move of all is staying put. “Half of our business is knock-down rebuilds,” David says. “A lot of builders won’t build on anything other than a new estate and
that’s fine, but we are always excited to be able to work on a knock-down and rebuild project. “We work with the client and work out what they really want. “We are all about transparency, quality, honesty and amazing design.” David says there are no unwanted surprises further down the track, either. “We present to the client a fixed-price quote before they sign on the dotted line,” he says. “Building can be a daunting exercise for the client because they are spending a lot of money and there is a lot riding on us to get it right.
“It all comes down to our customer journey. We pride ourselves on doing so much for the client upfront, so that they have absolute confidence in what we are doing.” Above all, Urbanedge Homes is with you the entire way. “We don’t treat people as a number, we use their names when we talk about them internally, never an address or a job number. This is a close partnership between the client and Urbanedge Homes, and we want all of our clients to enjoy their journey with us,” David says. ● SPRING 2019
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Dressing homes for success WINTER is done for another year and it’s time to start thinking about enjoying your outdoor space. Dress Your Space has Geelong’s largest outdoor showroom and really is a onestop shop for all your outdoor furniture needs says Lino Del Nigro. Since breaking away from the franchise The Outdoor Furniture Specialists a year ago, Dress Your Space is more in tune with what locals want and need. “Now that spring is here, we’ll be spending much more time entertaining outside and we have a huge array of outdoor furniture on display and for sale,” Lino says. “We offer a mix and match service, which means nothing is set, you can pick and choose as you like , which a lot of other retailers won’t let you do.” GEELONG COASTnew homes&land
Dress Your Space is an exclusive stockist for three well-known and muchloved brands, which means you won’t find these brands anywhere else in the region. Nardi is an Italian resin furniture manufacturer which produces low maintenance high quality furniture built to last in Australian conditions. German company Euro Fireplaces uses up to 60% less wood than other brands and Instant Shade Umbrellas is Australia’s most trusted shade solutions. And for those cooler spring and summer evenings when you still need some source of warmth, Dress Your Space creates that perfect ambiance with a range of outdoor chimineas and fire pits. But it’s not just the home that Dress Your Space specialises in - commercial business are superbly catered for.
The team has fitted out the Aireys Pub with Instant Shade Umbrellas and has helped completely transformed the Wyndham Resort Torquay and Geelong’s Cremorne Hotel. Lino says since breaking away from the constraints of a franchise, Dress Your Space has been able to offer its customers the highest level of service. “We are no longer part of a national franchise and we are a locally owned group,” he says. “We care more, so it’s more hands on. “It’s all family here.” Lino says Dress Your Space’s aftersales care is second to none. “We pride ourselves on our customer service,” he says. “We give a lot of knowledge to our customers so we teach them to care for
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allows, home-owners should consider combining areas in their landscaping to accommodate many uses. "The garden is not just an extension of your home, so it should be considered part of it," For Geelong and Surfcoast residents considering installing a swimming pool over spring, the sales manager says landscaping choices have to consider the pool design and safety of the users. "Buildpro Geelong have a large range of pool copers and pavers that are designed with exactly these considerations in mind," Ari says. "Installation of pavers and pool copers is extremely important. Buildpro Geelong can supply your landscaper and tilers with the correct adhesives, grouts, sealers and cleaners to assure you many years of worry-free enjoyment of your pool." The friendly team at BuildPro Geelong have many years' experience in the building and landscaping supply industry and are more than happy to advise and guide homeowners with their selections. Buildpro Geelong is at 19 Wilray Street, Grovedale, phone 4243 9740 for more information. â&#x2014;?
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Low deposit kick-starts build EIGHT homes requires a deposit as small as $3888* deposit to kick start the way to a brand new home. The big difference with Eight homes compared a lot of other builders is that it's a low-deposit builder, Chris Carrick says. “Whether you are a first-home buyer or not, it doesn’t really matter to us, everyone gets the same opportunity,” he says. “It’s very straightforward for anyone who comes in. With our eight-step process, we make it easy. Eight homes’ $3888* deposit requires an
initial deposit of $888, $1000 at sale accept and then $2000 when the contract is signed. There are no additional payments until the slab stage. “At Eight Homes we can help our clients find the right block while also helping them throughout the entire process," Chris says. “It allows people to see what they are starting with and according to their budget, what we can offer.” Time-frames and inclusions are all covered.
Design is obviously important, Chris says. “Building a house can be daunting at times, that’s why we’ve created our eightstep process. “We take care of the hard work for you.” Chris says Eight homes’ sales consultants know exactly what a home buyer is going through. “At Eight Homes we are constantly putting our best foot forward to ensure you have an easy and smooth journey. “Eight homes is everything you need,
nothing you don’t. Everything is designed with a purpose. “We listen to what our clients requirements to determine which house design is perfect for them. “ The process of building a new home with Eight Homes is easy and efficient through our streamlined eight-step process” “Our designs are created with the best features and finishes, making it easy to get a quality new home at the price you want.” ●
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Bank helps hearing impaired BANK of Melbourne’s team in Geelong is helping make banking more accessible for people with hearing disabilities. Following a successful pilot in its Ballarat branch, the Geelong team has invested in a portable desktop hearing loop at its Westfield branch, so people with hearing aids can interact with staff without needing a quiet space. A hearing loop is a type of sound system that cuts out unwanted background noise, so relevant sound goes directly into a person’s hearing aid. The investment is the first of its kind for Bank of Melbourne, with customers in the Ballarat branch making regular use of the technology since it was introduced earlier this year. Bank of Melbourne’s Regional executive Brendan Grenfell said he’s pleased to be leading the charge to introduce technology and training to make banking easier for the hearing impaired. “Our friendly local teams love providing the very best service to customers, introducing a hearing loop means we can make the banking experience even better for customers with a hearing disability”, he said, adding that the success of the pilot could be attributed to training staff on interacting with people who have complex communication needs. Installing the loop in Bank of Melbourne Ballarat and Geelong followed support from the team at Latrobe Community Health Service, which provides planning and community connection services as a partner in the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). “We work alongside people with disability to form and implement their NDIS plans, but we also support mainstream services and organisations to improve the way they welcome people with disability into their environment,” Latrobe Community Health Service acting regional manager Loretta Beardmore said. 20
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“It’s encouraging to see local traders like Bank of Melbourne Geelong and Ballarat proactively improve their services so people with a disability do not feel excluded,” Ms Beardmore said. The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) opened its national office in Geelong earlier this year, housing 600 staff and making a significant
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Geelong’s expert on the best sleep HIGHTON grandfather Leigh Keen has been helping locals get a great night’s sleep for more than 30 years as managing director of Forty Winks Geelong. Leigh takes pride in finding the right mattress for customers experiencing back and neck problems or struggling to get some shuteye. “To help solve the problem and have them come back with reports about how much better they’re sleeping – that’s very satisfying,” he says. But with a huge range of high-quality Australian bedroom suites and furniture, he’s helping them sleep in style too. “We’ve got a big variety of styles and designs to suit any new or renovated home,” he says. Forty Winks stocks contemporary, upholstered and solid-timber furniture from a range of suppliers to help locals GEELONG COASTnew homes&land
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But as the store’s name suggests, its core business is providing the best night’s sleep possible, something Leigh has done since 1987. “We’ve got third generation customers coming in now. Their parents bought mattresses here and now they’re buying mattresses for their children,” he says. “We’ve been here for that long that we’ve got families coming back again and again.” With the best-quality mattresses and some of Australia’s best-known brands, Leigh provides relief for those tossing and turning restlessly in bed. “We still believe buying a mattress is a personal experience – you need to come in to find the best fit for you,” he says. “We have the latest technology in bed-matching – matching the right bed to the right customer to give them the best
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Happiness is part of the package for buyers investing in the Bellarine Springs lifestyle.
Downsizing at Bellarine Lakes MORE and more people aged 55 and over are turning to retirement villages to give them a newfound freedom to enjoy themselves and escape from the day-today responsibilities of managing a large family home. According to a report on the retirement industry by research company McCrindle Baynes, the convenience and freedom that people experience when they relocate to a retirement community gives them a big lift in happiness and life satisfaction. The report states that the main reason people downsize to a village is to reduce the amount of time spent maintaining their home, thereby freeing-up time to travel, relax and enjoy other interests. And when it comes to downsizing to a village on the Bellarine Peninsula, there are lots of fabulous reasons why people aged 55 and over are making the move to Drysdaleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bellarine Springs. Located on nearly 10 hectares of beautiful gardens and parkland just a short drive from Geelong and with walking distance of the beach, Bellarine Springs is a growing community of friendly, like-minded people who have made the decision to downsize their family homes and upsize their lives. Since Bellarine Springs opened in 2016, downsizers from the local community, Geelong and beyond have been snappingup homes and making the most of their newfound freedom. Along with the independence that comes with living in their own highquality, low-maintenance brick home, residents also enjoy a wide array of resortGEELONG COASTnew homes&land
style facilities, including a modern MBAAward-winning community centre, indoor heated pool and spa, gymnasium, lawn bowling green, movie theatrette, tennis court, a practice golf putting green and a range of daily group activities. Importantly, privacy is always respected, and all residents have the choice to be as involved or not involved as they wish. Bellarine Springs offers a wide choice of architect-designed homes, with each distinct residence offering everything needed for comfort, enjoyment and a worry-free lifestyle. The undulating village landscape and layout is also designed with space and privacy in mind, so downsizers can relax and enjoy the beautiful vistas of the surrounding grounds without the dayto-day responsibilities of maintaining a full-sized family home. Bellarine Springs will ultimately boast 194 high-quality brick homes, each designed for private and comfortable independent living. Stage four and five homes currently under construction are being quickly snapped-up off the plan, so anyone interested in downsizing to the regionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s premium retirement community should act now. Bellarine Springs is at 101 Central Rd, Drysdale. More information is available by visiting the village between 10am and 4pm Monday to Friday, phoning 5253 0111 to make a weekend appointment, or visiting bellarinesprings.com.au. â&#x2014;?
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Home Cooking | All about barbecues & fireplaces
BBQ masters Bruce Dargavel and Michael Craft have the expertise to get you cooking delicious meals in your in own backyard in no time.
Barbecue experts stock the best IF THERE is one thing Bruce Dargavel and Michael Craft know, it’s how to barbeque in style and get those taste buds working overtime. The about barbeques & fireplaces owners stock a huge range of high-quality products to sizzle a snag, flame grill a burger or even slow cook your favourite cut of meat. “Sure you can purchase popular brands of fires or barbeques, but at about you purchase the very best quality brands,” Bruce says. "But more importantly, we listen to what you want and then match you to the best solution. “The most common thing we hear is women saying they no longer want to cook meats inside and have the smells hang around the kitchen. “So they're getting a barbecue for cooking steak or fish, roasting, a homemade pizza night or whipping up a stir fry on the side burner." And Bruce and Mike are all to happy to show you how to get there. "We strive to treat all our customers with respect, have a bit of fun and teach them why we recommend what we recommend," Bruce says. "Plus we love talking cooking and teaching you how to cook an awesome BBQ!” The Torquay store stocks the best builtin barbecues, mobile trolleys, ceramic low and slow cookers, alfresco kitchens and now some amazing off-set smokers direct from the USA. “The sales guys are trained in all aspects of getting the most out of your preferred barbecue method by the manufacturers,” Bruce says. About is the Premium BeefEater dealer for Geelong and the Surf Coast and also stocks Gasmate, Napolean and the incredible Euro Alfresco Kitchens. “We have numerous options to suit your every outdoor cooking desire,” Bruce says. On display and operating in the 26
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Torquay showroom is a big range of BeefEater BUGG Portable Gas Grills – an amazingly affordable and flexible BBQ to suit most applications. “The BUGG is the most powerful, controllable, durable and versatile mobile barbecue on the market, and it’s an Australian design,” Bruce says. For punters wanting to try out lowand-slow charcoal-style cooking, which is growing in popularity, about is the exclusive dealer of the industry-leading Primo Ceramic Grills from the USA. “And we have recently introduced the world-leading Oklahoma Joe's and CharBroil ranges of smokers and barbecues,” Bruce says. “We are very excited about these and what you can do with them. You can roast, smoke and BBQ all from one grill using natural charcoal – the flavour just has to be experienced.” Bruce and Mike are now sponsoring a
competition barbeque team competing around the country. “Porky and the Brine are a local Geelong team and compete in national barbecue comps. If ever you get the opportunity to go to a BBQ cooking competition do it,” Bruce says. “You get to see how the Pitmasters cook, and ask some questions, plus you get to sample a lot of food. Trust me, you will not be disappointed!” The team at about barbeques & fireplaces also have plenty of advice to help locals get the best out of their equipment. Whether its fuel type, technique or how to best cook anything from the humble snag to a pizza, brisket or roast, they have the tips to light up your outdoor cooking world. And as their store name suggests, Bruce and Mike know fireplaces too. About are exclusive dealers of the
European range of KALFIRE Gas Log Fires and also have Kalora and Heatmaster units. “These are high-efficiency gas units that only need a PVC flue, making installation a much cheaper option,” Bruce says. “No longer are you limited to a heater only being installed on an external wall. “Various flueing options allow you to install the gas log fire virtually anywhere and dramatically increase the impact it has to your room.” About barbeques & fireplaces is open 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday and 10am to 3pm Sat at 31 Baines Cres, Torquay. And the big news for summer is they have launched ‘about AIR’ to the group. “So if you're looking for a simple split system through to a complete home climate solution, come in and chat about our full supply and install service” Bruce says. ● GEELONG COASTnew homes&land
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Great Indoors | Tulip kitchens & designs
More than just kitchen expertise TULIP kitchens & designs has 26 years of expert advice to draw upon. But despite its name, Tulip kitchens & designs isn’t just all about kitchens. Tulip kitchens & designs also specialises in bathrooms, laundries, wardrobes and living areas. Erik Wirtz is proud of the fact that Tulip kitchens & designs is a locally owned and operated business. “We partner with our clients to make their dream a reality,” he says. “Most importantly, we listen to our clients. “After all, they are the experts in their own environment and they are the ones to enjoy their new cabinetry for many years to come.” To ensure it meets its clients’ expectations, Erik says a brief is created based on their requirements and wishes, but also budget and personal style. “This brief is the foundation on which we base all our designs,” he says. “Our quality cabinetry is custom designed and has a lifespan that often lasts several decades. “So to us, trends and fashion are only partially important. We rather draw inspiration from contemporary and timeless designers and brands to ensure we add lasting luxury, emotion and beauty to a home or office.” Erik says while craftsmanship is paramount and the aesthetics of the final product are important, there’s more to it than that. “We always design and construct our cabinetry with practicality in mind,” he says. “Function usually gets precedence over
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form. That is likely why we are best known for our innovative, ergonomic designs.” Originally established in 1993 in the Netherlands, Tulip kitchens & designs’
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Hot in the Kitchen | Chefs Essentials
Spring tools for home chefs
An exciting range of top-line kitchenware is available at Geelong's Chefs Essentials.
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SPRING is an inspirational time for experimenting with home cooking recipes and ideas. And only one store has the products and the most-informed advice to help customers make their sunny season meals a special treat for the whole family. Geelong-owned kitchenware retailer Chefs Essentials operate under the motto ‘Cookery for every kitchen’. Showcasing the most extensive kitchenware supplies across the region, Chefs Essentials is the home for all kitchen needs. With the story founded in Geelong in 1999, the family behind the business has been leading the way for almost 20 years. Stocking a variety of professional grade commercial kitchen tools, appliances and utensils, Chefs Essentials can point customers in the right direction to complete any culinary task. The wide range at Chefs Essentials includes all the big brand names customers know and love such as Magimix, Wusthof and Esteele. The range is complemented by the best possible service. The staff at Chefs Essentials love getting in the kitchen, too, so clients know they can trust them to give the right advice suited to their particular needs. Chefs Essentials believes in great chefs, happy staff and family fun. Whether customers are professional cooks or just like creating treats on weekends, Chefs Essentials has everything needed to bring home-cooked meals to life. Customers are invited to find new inspiration in the kitchen today by visiting Chefs Essentials at 138 Ryrie St, Geelong, phone 5229 9923. ●
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New Communities | Oakdene Estate
Family lifestyle awaits on coast IN the heart of the Bellarine Peninsula sits the vibrant community of Oakdene Estate. Located a short drive from Ocean Grove Beach, Oakdene Estate provides ready access to the peninsula’s best attractions, including world-class wineries, gourmet restaurants, lush green spaces and, of course, exhilarating surf beaches and calming shorelines. Offering a naturally relaxed lifestyle — the kind that seems to belong exclusively to coastal communities — Oakdene Estate is designed for families. Here, the air is a little fresher, the mornings a little brighter, and the days that little bit fuller. Don't believe it? Come down to the Estate on Sunday, 6 October, to experience life at Oakdene for yourself. At the annual Family Fun Day, the Oakdene team will be celebrating another exciting year with free food, giveaways, face painting and plenty of entertainment for kids, as well as a special appearance from AFL legend Cameron Ling. “Oakdene Estate is an ideal place to build a home and raise a family,” says Mr Ling. “The community is rich with great lifestyle factors and a friendliness that you just don’t get anywhere else.” The estate boasts tree-lined streetscapes and spacious, family-sized lots, while parklands, a football oval and a nearby upcoming shopping centre complement the close-knit community feel. Life at Oakdene Estate is friendly and inclusive, allowing residents to bask in a lifestyle rich in sun, sand and surf. “We absolutely love living in Oakdene and have encouraged others to buy there too,” says one happy Oakdene resident. Really, what more could anyone want
Experience the naturally relaxed family lifestyle at Oakdene Estate. from their family’s dream home? With much of the Estate already occupied, Stage 17 lots have just been released for sale. Ranging in size from 521sqm to 1000sqm, these blocks of land are Oakdene’s largest
yet. Stop by the display village and land sale office to find out how to make the move to Oakdene Estate today. The Oakdene Display Village is located at Devlins Road, Ocean Grove and the Land
Sales Officer is situated on the corner of Empress Blvd and Sacramento St, Ocean Grove. For more information, call 5258 4100, visit the website at oakdeneestate.com.au or email oakdene@kerleys.com.au. ●
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