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46 Upcycled Style Sustainable fashion

WINE CELLAR 64 - 65 Years of Tiers

The latest news & views

48 Beauty Spot

Winemaker Brian Croser

28 Competition

WELL TRAVELLED

68 Tasting Notes

Modo Mio Cafe Cucina Bar

30 - 35 Feature Sir Kenneth Branagh Interview

LOOKING GOOD 36 - 38 Wish List Perfectly pink Keep your cool

40 - 41 A Touch of Luxe Latest looks at Pacific Fair

42 The Power of Nature A revolution in skincare from Anticity

44 Happy Holidays Picturesque gifts from Montblanc

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50 - 55 Explore Europe

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56 - 57 Stunning Seas

70 - 71 Makeover Models

Quantum of the Seas in Australia

Retromods are the new classics

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58 - 59 Food with a View From the beach to the Broadwater

60 - 61 Summer Dining Tweed River House

62 Chef’s Choice

On land & sea

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76 - 77 Welcome to Capri Inner-city Gold Coast living

78 - 79 Coastal Refinement Ocean Suites on Jennifer

LUXURY LIVING 90 - 91 Home Style File Light and bright

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98 - 101 Event Calendar 102 Bookshelf 104 Brainfood 106 Stars

SPORT REPORT 92 Summer of Golf Australian PGA Championship

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DISCOVER EDITOR’S LETTER

TEAM + COVER PUBLISHER Clare E. Urwin | Sanctuary Cove Publishing GROUP EDITOR Rhonda Oxnam GENERAL MANAGER Bryan Oram BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER Nathan Lister ACCOUNTS MANAGER Kirsty Carberry FOOD & WINE CONTRIBUTORS Tony Harper, Marj Osborne MOTORING CONTRIBUTOR Chris Nixon PHOTOGRAPHY Bryan Oram, Steven Grevis, Luke Kenny EDITORIAL CONTRIBUTORS Nick Nichols, Angela Oram DESIGN Creative Buzz SOCIAL MEDIA DocRox Communication

IS IT JUST ME OR HAS 2023 passed in the blink of an eye?

Already we are thinking about end of year parties, summer getaways, and lazy days on the beach.

To help you through this busy period we have a host of great reading in this special Celebration edition.

Let’s start with our celebrity interview.

This time we chat to famed actor, director and producer Sir Kenneth Branagh about his latest project A Haunting in Venice.

As he explains, the setting is almost as important as the plot in this new Hercule Poirot mystery, with the beautiful Italian city forming the perfect backdrop to the action.

While our General Manager Bryan and his wife Angela didn’t make it as far as Venice, they did spend the European summer travelling through France, Italy, Spain and Portugal.

The pair combined an organised tour with a self-drive holiday and have some timely advice for anyone planning to do the same.

Be sure to check out their adventures in the Well Travelled section of this edition.

If you are looking for something to do a bit closer to home, might I suggest a leisurely lunch or decadent dinner.

Our resident foodie, Marj, has researched some of the Coast’s best ‘venues with a view’ and, let me tell you, they are spectacular.

We’ve also headed down to Northern NSW to check out the new summer menu at the elegant Tweed River House and researched some ‘site-specific’ wines that will upscale your festive soirées.

Still on the subject of delicious wining and dining, our good friend Max Alfieri is offering up an amazing competition prize in this edition, with one lucky reader winning an Italian dining experience for 6 people at his new Pacific Fair restaurant, Modo Mio. Details are on page 28.

Finally, on behalf of the entire Cove team, I would to thank all our readers, advertisers, contributors and stakeholders who continue to support the magazine and allow us to keep doing what we love.

We hope you have a wonderful festive season and look forward to a happy, healthy and prosperous 2024.

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Congratulation to Mark De Cean, who is the winner of our Competition in Issue 97.

He has won a Montblanc Meisterstück Platinum-Coated Ballpoint Pen valued at $700.

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On the Cover Claiming her name from a blushing desert sunrise, the magnificent 1.25ct Argyle Pink Tender Diamond™ at the heart of Oriana is a rare and exquisite beauty. As one of the coveted diamonds in the final Argyle Pink Diamond Tender™ collection, she is unique not only for her size but also for her round shape. Her centre Argyle Pink Tender Diamond™ radiates with a Fancy Pink hue and is bestowed with a blushing 6P Argyle colour grade, making her infinitely alluring. Oriana offers a distinct symmetry in her design with two matching pear-shaped Argyle Pink Diamonds™ caressing her centre. Awarded the beautiful 7P Argyle colour, these irreplaceable diamonds enhance Oriana's harmonious and feminine design. Featuring halos of Argyle Pink Diamonds™ and dazzling White Diamonds, Oriana is a vision of endless splendour. With each passing year, an Argyle Pink Diamond™ ring such as Oriana only becomes more elusive.

Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club proudly supported Griffith University’s Institute for Glycomics for the fourth year running through the Club’s annual Month of Pink initiative.

During October, the Club hosted a month-long series of pink-themed events to raise valuable funds for the Institute, supporting their groundbreaking research in early breast cancer detection, prevention and treatments. Since the event’s initiation, the Club have raised over $71,000 in aid of this worthy cause.

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Hot property Isle of Capri’s first large-scale residential project in over 30 years, Capri is proving to be in high demand with 50 per cent of the development sold just four months after the master planned community hit the market.

Located on a rare 1.2-hectare site, the project developed by Monaco Property Group represents the largest (in one line) residential land holding in the popular Isle of Capri, with construction due to start in late 2023. Capri provides a luxury inner city living option that has been met with unprecedented market demand with just 24 of the existing 48 villas remaining. Priced from $2.19 million, all the residences have been individually designed with their own unique personality allowing buyers to select their villa based on what design resonates with them and their own personal preferences. The onsite sales display is open from 10am - 2pm, seven days a week.

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Sunday sunsets Congratulations to Rebekah Dammasch who is the winner of our YOT Club competition from issue 96. Rebekah and her guests will enjoy VIP Upper Deck tickets onboard a YOT Club Sunday Sunset charter including cocktails, grazing platter and premium beverages. Delivering wow-factor ticketed and private charter events all year round, this luxurious superyacht is the perfect venue for any party, celebration or special occasion.

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2 December – 28 April Fairy Tales Cross a magical threshold and go beyond the everyday at Brisbane’s Gallery of Modern Art this summer. Presented across the entire ground floor, this unexpected and immersive exhibition re-tells the enduring folk stories of childhood through the lens of contemporary artists, designers and filmmakers. The exhibition includes more than 100 works encompassing sculpture, installation, painting, photography, printmaking, papercuts, animation, video art, film, props, costumes and even the hidden realm of augmented reality.

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Opening on 25 November, the Rearranged: Art of the Flower exhibition at Museum of Brisbane invites you to stroll through a lush collection of paintings, textiles, sculptures, ceramics and new media in a space reminiscent of a quintessential Queenslander house. Featuring more than 20 established and emerging local artists, the exhibition gathers a lush contemporary collection of works inspired by floral motifs, spanning myriad mediums and varied viewpoints that capture the contextual landscape of Brisbane. Rearranged: Art of the Flower runs until 11 August 2024. Free entry.

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Charitable Gala Over 300 guests from the arts, property, corporate and entertainment sectors enjoyed Brisbane’s Sapphire Gala at Howard Smith Wharves. Raising funds for the Children’s Health Queensland Action Centre, supported by the Children’s Hospital Foundation, the event was hosted by media personality Matty J with live music, performances and VAULT auction. Celebrity guests included Will Ashcroft, Joel Parkinson, Lucy Henry-Hicks and Simon Cohen.

Aiming to raise $400,000 on the night, the event exceeded expectations with a total of $570,900 raised.

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Culinary Excellence Sirromet is thrilled to welcome esteemed Executive Chef Russell Armstrong, who will embark upon the next culinary chapter at the iconic Mt Cotton establishment. His return to Brisbane and the partnership with Sirromet Winery mark a significant moment for the local food and wine scene. With a career spanning over many years, Chef Armstrong has rightly earned the reputation as a culinary master. Dedicated to his craft, his unwavering pursuit of culinary magic aligns perfectly with the vision of the winery. His talent for transforming fresh quality ingredients into extraordinary dishes will return Sirromet firmly onto the South-East Queensland epicurean map, rekindling the winery’s culinary legacy.

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Location & Lifestyle Heralding in a new era of apartment living, Marina Point Apartments promises a standard second to none, with breathtaking views, luxe facilities, and exquisite attention to detail. Situated on the coveted Coomera River, Marina Point Apartments boasts a staggering 330 metres of waterfrontage, granting residents mesmerising panoramic vistas stretching from their tranquil oasis to Surfers Paradise. However, it's not just the views that set Marina Point apart. This development is a symphony of thoughtful design, bespoke craftsmanship, and amenities that transform life into a perpetual vacation.

The Marina Point temporary Showroom, 93 Sheehan Avenue, Hope Island, is open Monday to Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm.

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From Malvern Star to Mr Gold Coast Years in the making, this all-encompassing official biography lifts the curtain on the incredible life journey of the late Sir Bruce Small. It is the extraordinary story of a man born into hardship who became a legend in Australian sport and politics. He also helped transform Surfers Paradise into a tourist mecca and developed canal estates now worth billions. Combining 100 personal interviews – with world champions, political leaders, family, local identities and workers he mentored – and highly detailed research from newspapers, books and journals, Rachel Syers meticulously weaves the rich tapestry of a spectacular public success story and a surprising personal life of philanthropy, community service, love and loyalty.

Along the way we are treated to a comprehensive history of how Malvern Star became the largest bicycle business in the southern hemisphere, and entertaining tales of the Gold Coast's most vibrant decades of tourism, political turmoil and development.

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Magic at Sea

Antarctica in a day Back by popular demand, Antarctica Flights return to the skies with their spectacular day-trip. The journey is undoubtedly the world’s most unforgettable sightseeing flight, only available from Australia, with no passport required. Each flight provides a full day Antarctic experience, with polar expeditioners on board to talk through the extraordinary environment on view. Approximately three hours south of Australia, passengers will see their first glimpses of scattered ice followed by icebergs and ice floes. The aircraft will then fly over the South Magnetic Pole, with sweeping views of the rugged mountainous topography of mainland Antarctica. The ultra-modern Qantas 787 Dreamliner has been privately chartered by Antarctica Flights, and will do a total of seven flights to the white continent from November 2023 through to February 2024, departing from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth. With 19 planned routes to match the day’s weather conditions, each with a duration of 12 to 14 hours, no two flights are ever the same.

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Be prepared to be amazed by magical performances, when Gold Coast magician Matt Hollywood takes to the seas on selected Disney Cruises during this coming December and January. Disney guests will be in for a delectable serve of side-splitting comedy and mind-blowing magic that must be seen to be believed.

“It’s really exciting to be a part of the magic that is Disney and their cruises,” says Matt, who recently received the International Merlin Award for Illusionist of the Year.

“Myself and the team at Blackburn International have worked really hard on a show that will be simply amazing for kids and adults alike.”

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Nestled in the prominent resort restaurant precinct of Pacific Fair Shopping Centre, the Italian inspired cafe cucina bar will take you on a mouth-watering journey with flavoursome pizzas, pastas, steaks, seafood, antipasto, desserts, and smaller bar bites, alongside an exquisite cocktail and wine list.

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SILVERSEA’S S.A.L.T. PROMISES TO BROADEN YOUR TASTE HORIZONS The science of salt is fascinating. It’s far more than just a seasoning. Salt adds flavour – essential flavour – to our food.

It can intensify aromas, balance tastes, make meat taste juicier, rid vegetables of their excess water and preserve food for months or even years. So it was unsurprising that this little rock with the big taste was our inspiration behind our newest immersive culinary program. Available on Silver Nova, Silver Moon and Silver Dawn, S.A.L.T. will intensify your voyage, flavour your journey, balance your cruise, and preserve your holiday memories for months, and yes, hopefully years.

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Roam through living history on this autumn sun voyage.

Explore the souks and bazaars of Morocco in Casablanca and Tangier and enjoy the stunning subtropical climate of Malaga during an overnight stay. Continue the Spanish odyssey with Cartagena and Palma, before a day at sea brings you to an overnight stop in Valletta. Another island – Sicily – is next, then a sea day. Finish in Greece with Heraklion and Athens.

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BACK IN CHARACTER Sir Kenneth Branagh is the star, director and co-producer of brand-new supernatural mystery film A Haunting in Venice.

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So you are back as Hercule Poirot – what do you think keeps audiences so fascinated by this iconic character?

I think that Poirot, maybe like Agatha Christie, maybe like all of us, continues to fascinate us because he continues to be surprised by what human beings are capable of and what passion will lead them to.

The passion in the first film for revenge, in the second one for lust or greed you might say, the desire to own or possess someone.

And in this film, I think a question about whether there is anything beyond us, whether there is anything on the other side – a ghost, a god.

Something that would make meaning of some of what I’ve just touched on, the apparently arbitrary nature of why human beings do the extreme, the criminal, violent and fatal things that they sometimes do. >>

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A Haunting in Venice marks the third time that Sir Kenneth Branagh has portrayed the iconic Belgian detective Hercule Poirot.

He leads a stellar cast that includes Michelle Yeoh, Jamie Dornan, Tina Fey, Kyle Allen and Camille Cottin.

Based on the 1969 novel Hallowe’en Party by Agatha Christie, the film is set in post-World War II Venice where Poirot, now retired and living in his own exile, reluctantly attends a séance.

When one of the guests is murdered, it is up to the former detective to once again uncover the killer.

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Can you talk about why you chose to set this in Venice?

It is endlessly mysterious.

It was critical that we spent time in Venice to allow our cinema audience to really enjoy the thrill that is being there at any time.

But when it’s linked to being part of a real mystery, a city that really invites you to the mysterious, whether it’s through people being behind masks, being behind fog and mist, being lost in alleyways that are shadow-filled, being in front of palaces that are gorgeously ornate but also rather intimidating, surrounded endlessly by statues with the scales of justice and the sword of justice, making you wonder, ‘What do they have to be so just about?’

What was it like working with fellow Oscarwinner Michelle Yeoh?

Joyce Reynolds is a character who enters the house mysteriously and announces that there are so many voices and so much pain in this house and she will lead a séance.

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So she brings in a sort of sense of psychic entitlement, a personal sadness and a sort of naughty intelligence.

Michelle Yeoh can carry this kind of thing with ease.

She has a soulful quality in her, Michelle, which we know from her wonderful work.

And yes, if you believe that anybody can talk to the other side, you believe that Michelle Yeoh in playing Joyce Reynolds can.

And that that price, if it is a price to pay, is one that she feels the burden of.

So once again, I was so happy with all of the actors but Michelle is another example of bringing a depth and a humanity to something that could otherwise be merely on the surface, the showman who is tricking people perhaps with this séance.

Instead, I think she has a doubt and question and like her throughout, she herself is a walking mystery.

In terms of an enigma, Michelle brings to Joyce Reynolds that quality that has the audience lean forward from the moment she appears.

This is a very different kind of role for Tina Fey. What does she bring to this?

Tina Fey has a sharpness and an intellectual bite and comic sensibility that the world knows of through many wonderful pieces of work.

She brings that, and this sort of tremendous energy, to the life force that is Ariadne Oliver.

People say it’s the closest character across all of the books that she wrote to Agatha Christie herself.

So if this is true then Miss Christie must have been provocative, entertaining, naughty, really sort of garrulous, playful.

And Tina brings all that to the role with a sharpness and a sense of period.

Tell us how this is different from your previous two Poirot outings in Murder on the Orient Express and Death on the Nile?

The instinct across the couple of films we’ve made is to see whether this could be more of a chamber piece, so a smaller number of suspects but with Michael Green, our screenwriter, taking the license to involve a couple of additional sub plots of his own. >>

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He always speaks with and has the approval of the Agatha Christie estate.

And James Pritchard, one of our executive producers and her great grandson, has always been a very important figure in finding the right tone that allows for the real die-hard fans to feel that the stories are Agatha Christie-like in spirit.

So Michael reduced the number of people, transposed the setting from England to Venice and then chose to take a different route as distinct from the first two films, where the first part of the movie is about the energy and the speed of leaving on a luxurious mode of travel, a fantastic train or a wonderful cruiser.

In this case, we’re already in a sensational place, which is eternally pictorially ravishing.

And he traps the suspects fairly early on in a stormy Venice where water, rain and traffic and the Hallowe’en night will not allow people to escape from this haunted palazzo.

Can you talk about working with composer Hildur Guðnadóttir on the soundtrack?

Hildur is someone who can respond to what we had in mind for this one, which is to find music that told the interior life of Poirot through the story of the film and also the interior life of the palazzo.

So it was more a sort of mood piece, a kind of soulful mood piece that was reflecting some of the unease, some of the tension, some of the unanswered questions.

And it was interesting to invite someone like this to really respond with their own natural reaction to the way the story took them.

Her mother was a great reader of Agatha Christie and so Hildur was very, very familiar with the world of this English crime procedural.

But she has in her work an access to a haunting quality, a soulful quality, an eerie quality, a fractured quality, a damaged quality.

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The tonal range that she chose from that period, the tonality of the score was something very particular to post-War Europe.

Finally, what would you say to cinema goers about A Haunting in Venice?

Go and experience Venice.

Go and be in the big screen in Venice with these characters in this scary place.

Go with your friends.

I’ve been in audiences watching this where I’ve seen that early, ‘It’s him, it’s her, no it’s not!’ – that’s such a fun thing to do.

And you will be scared, you will be scared.

I guarantee, even if you think you’ve got it, I think you’ll find that there are surprises all the way through to the end.

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THE POWER OF NATURE Introducing Bioenergetique: A revolution in skincare from Anticity.

EVERYDAY LIFE and urban living expose our skin to various forms of pollution.

Dust, air pollution, radiation and blue light all have a detrimental effect on the skin, resulting in a loss of elasticity, sensitivity and dehydration.

Pollution particles can also penetrate the skin, leading to inflammation and premature ageing.

From electronic devices to exhaust emissions, pollution is the unseen influence that results in fine lines, blemishes, and an unprecedented dullness of our complexion.

To help combat these changes, the creators of Roccoco Botanicals have introduced a revolutionary new brand called Anticity (An-tiss-ity).

Anticity was created to mitigate the damaging effects of pollution and blue light, restoring harmony to the skin and boosting the skin's repair mechanisms and antioxidants.

“We proudly present Bioenergetique, the world’s first electrically charged clay designed to combat the detrimental effects of pollution and radiation on your skin,” says Rococco Botanicals founder Jacine Greenwood.

“This unique clay not only prevents adhesion but actively removes pollution particles, leaving your skin oxygenated, radiant, and glowing, without any irritation, making it a safe haven for even the most sensitive skin types.”

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Rooted in Science: Born from extensive scientific research on the impact of pollution and cellular radiation, Bioenergetique addresses the skin's vulnerability to urban living.

A fast-paced life and environmental stressors deplete essential antioxidants and generate free radicals, resulting in ageing, breakouts, and irritation.

Repair mechanisms can also become flawed, leading to aged skin.

A Symphony of Precious Elements: Polished to perfection, this unique clay mask is infused with Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum, and Gold.

As a result, Anticity’s new proprietary Bioenergetique Clay goes beyond merely removing pollution.

Skin is re-energised and youth molecules are boosted.

The clay also replenishes vital trace elements, restoring your skin's vibrancy and glow while reinforcing its resilience.

Enica – The Pollution Magnet: Bioenergetique features ‘Enica’, a unique clay which acts like a magnet to pollution, efficiently removing harmful particles and leaving a protective film to prevent re-adhesion.

The skin's natural defence system is restored and your skin is rescued, reset, and visibly calmed, boosting its resilience and antioxidant supply.

The Power of Nature: Bioenergetique’s formula contains sustainably sourced Cistus Rock Rose and Rambutan Leaf, known for their exceptional antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

These natural ingredients work synergistically to protect, revive, and soothe the skin, reducing the appearance of wrinkles and increasing it's elasticity.

Providing the benefits and effects of a retinol peel without the irritation, you can see a visible difference immediately, and the best results will be revealed within 14 days.

Rockrose Extract is also a powerhouse that prevents blue light-induced degradation of collagen and significantly reduces free radical production and DNA damage, accelerating epidermal renewal and strengthening the skin’s structure.

This adaptogenic plant is a rich source of polyphenols – potent antioxidants that protect the skin.

Powerfully anti-inflammatory, they help soothe the skin and reduce redness.

They also help skin maintain its plumpness and hydration.

Rambutan Leaf emerges as a hidden gem.

Rich in corilagin, this remarkable leaf is making waves in the beauty industry as a natural alternative to retinol.

Renowned for its ability to enhance skin elasticity, Rambutan also helps stimulate healthy blood supply and oxygenate the skin.

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HAPPY HOLIDAYS

Gift your loved ones a picturesque holiday moment from Montblanc.

TO CELEBRATE the holiday season, Montblanc has curated a selection of items to suit the many lifestyles of those around us – whether they are in need of inspirational tools for unleashing creativity, elegant pieces that bring comfort or functional companions for travel.

With visuals inspired by the breathtaking terrain of the Mont Blanc, the Maison invites everyone to enjoy a moment of peaceful reflection and experience the beauty of nature during this time.

Featuring leather goods and accessories, writing instruments and watches, key pieces in the collection include: MONTBLANC 1858 GEOSPHERE 0 OXYGEN SOUTH POLE LIMITED EDITION 1990 Inspired by the world’s great explorers and made for those continuing in their footsteps, this watch pays homage to Montblanc Mark Maker Reinhold Messner who in 1990, together with fellow explorer Arved Fuchs, made history by being the first man to cross Antarctica on foot with no animal or motorised support.

A 3D-engraved caseback captures the beautiful vista and the Aurora Australis of the South Pole, while the iced blue dial’s sfumato effect evokes the hazy view of the horizon from the mountaintop.

MONTBLANC STARWALKER SPACEBLUE METAL FINELINER Just as Montblanc takes inspiration from the highest peak in Europe, the latest StarWalker writing instrument collection sets sights on something even further away: the stars and the galaxy.

The design recalls the structures of the Widmanstätten Pattern, one of nature’s most hypnotic creations, while the deep space blue subdome on the cap top captures the hues of a starry sky.

For the person about the leave their mark in the world, this writing implement is a reminder that not even the sky is the limit to one’s imagination.

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MONTBLANC HERITAGE ROUGE ET NOIR ‘BABY’ FOUNTAIN PEN This playful, modern reinterpretation of the ‘Baby’ pens finds its inspiration in the rich archives of Montblanc, specifically the decades of the 1910’s and 1920’s during which the Maison helped evolve writing culture with a series of portable pens that quickly became a travel essential of their time.

Created in ivory-coloured precious lacquer, with signature gold-coated fittings, the new design is crowned by the Montblanc emblem surrounded by the coral hues of the Montblanc Rouge et Noir Collection.

Completing the writing experience is a special Happy Holidays Notebook #146, adorned with the captivating image of a winter night’s landscape to inspire a new wave of creativity.

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UPCYCLED STYLE Soruka, a brand of sustainable leather bags, wallets, and footwear, is revolutionising the fashion industry.

ESTABLISHED IN BARCELONA, Spain, in 2017, Soruka has emerged as a beacon of change in the fashion industry, challenging the environmental toll of fast fashion.

With a deep commitment to sustainability, Soruka's ethos revolves around the art of upcycling – breathing new life into discarded materials, particularly leather, that would otherwise contribute to the mounting waste crisis.

By rescuing deadstock materials before they meet landfills, Soruka transforms them into unique pieces of art – bags, wallets, and footwear – each handcrafted by a small group of dedicated artisans using traditional techniques.

Upcycling, what does it mean?

This happens when leather that is no longer useful to companies is sold or thrown in landfills for various reasons: excess stock, does not meet aesthetic requirements, quantity too small to use, or it is no longer on trend.

Traditionally, fashion houses kept the leftover material for a few seasons, before disposing of and sending it to landfills.

Soruka rescue this dead stock before it is thrown away and give it a new life, while preventing it from becoming waste.

More than a brand, Soruka is on a mission to change the way the fashion industry operates,

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putting sustainability and fairness ahead of profit margins.

The value proposition is to offer consumers one-of-a-kind recycled leather products at an affordable price through a fair supply chain.

Soruka's commitment goes beyond the product – it's about ethically sourcing materials, ensuring economic stability in rural Indian communities where the products are meticulously handcrafted, and promoting longevity by creating pieces made to last.

It is an exciting challenge to use and transform useless materials into useful and unique creations while contributing to a better future.

“For us, sustainability means respecting the material using each cut so that nothing is wasted,” explains Josep Riera, General Manager of Soruka.

“It also means deep respect for all the people involved in its creation and its cultures.”

Manufactured in rural India, the production of Soruka bags helps create economic stability in rural communities.

By working directly with artisans and cutting out middlemen Soruka ensures a fair price to their producers as well as to you.

“Our expert artisans craft each piece by hand using unused leather that otherwise will be wasted,” says Josep.

“Each and every piece of our collection is made with integrity and kindness by artisans using traditional techniques.”

Due to the unique nature of the materials used to create them, not only are the bags designed in a timeless style, each Soruka piece will have a different colour combination.

Soruka's embrace of recycled leather with imperfections adds to the unique charm of each item, turning what some might see as flaws into symbols of authenticity.

With a palette of different colours and textures born from the variety of rescued materials, Soruka guarantees that your style will not only stand out but also make a positive impact on the environment and the lives of those involved in its creation.

As Soruka sets its sights on Australia after conquering the US and Europe, it aims to bring a sustainable revolution that transcends borders.

The brand hope to resonate with the environmentally conscious Australian consumers who appreciate both style and substance, and invite fashion enthusiasts to be a part of a movement that values integrity, kindness, and the beauty of uniqueness.

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Producing a spectacular mirrored effect, Mellow Cosmetics Glitter Chrome Eyeshadows are made from a highly pigmented creamy formula with light reflecting pearls.

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Givenchy has added three new shades to its Rouge Deep Velvet line of high-pigment lipsticks with Beige Sable No.9, Nude Ambré No.15 (and Brun Acajou No.50 now part of the colour palette.

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BEAUTY SPOT Gentle and hydrating, Palm Beach Collection Hydrating Scented Hand Cream is available in six subtle fragrances.

Philosophy Bath & Shower Gels gently cleanse, condition, and soften your skin.

Available in three limited edition festive fragrances – Candy Cane, Snow Angel and Caramel Apple.

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Transforming the unique sparkle of coloured gemstones, the Bvlgari Omnia Fragrance Collection features three signature fragrances – Crystalline, Amethyste and Coral.

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Luk Beautifood’s Lip Nourish offers a sheer, hydrating glow that can be used alone for subtle sparkle or layered over other colours to create a shimmering effect.

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From soft to sophisticated and every look in between, Gucci’s Palette de Beauté Quatuor multiplies creative freedom with a four-part palette for eyes, lips, and cheeks.

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EXPLORE EUROPE Self-drive; organised tour; or a combination of both?

It’s your choice when travelling in Europe.

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2023 HAS FELT LIKE the year we have been set free to roam without masks, mandatory COVID tests and the fear of lockdowns.

And it seems many Australians decided the place to explore this summer was Europe, my husband Bryan and I included.

Spain and Portugal have been on our bucket list for a few years now, and after hearing fabulous stories about southern France, we decided to add that to our itinerary.

We’re fairly confident travellers and make a good travel team, but we were a little concerned about how much we wanted to see and how we could ensure we didn’t waste any of our precious holiday time.

We researched self-drive and group tours, and I also followed other travellers’ stories and recommendations for itineraries and tips.

Before too long, I realised we wanted the best of both worlds: someone to do all the hard work for us and keep us on track, as well as the flexibility to create our own adventure and spend time as we please.

We eventually locked in our hybrid European adventure, self-driving through southern France, then enjoying a small group tour of Spain and Portugal, before finishing with a few days of R&R in Barcelona.

We felt excited, mixed with a bit of trepidation, about both parts of our trip, so I thought I’d share our experience for other adventurers considering a European holiday. >>

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Our trip began in France, where we jumped straight in, driving ourselves around the Champagne region, French Alps and Provence before finishing in the French Riviera.

We knew at our first stop, Reims, that we’d made the right decision.

There are so many small, history-filled villages in the region that we were reluctantly pulling ourselves away from each one, only to find another a short drive away.

We were 2-3 days ahead of the Tour De France and stumbled across the route while visiting one of the towns.

Deciding to follow this marked route, we explored winding mountain roads, rock caves and stunning creeks with water so clear we could see the fish as we drove by.

We would never have discovered this on a tour, and we made the most amazing memories on that drive.

Upon leaving Chamonix, we thought a quick trip through the Mont Blanc tunnel to Italy might be fun.

I wish I understood what the man inthe ticket booth was saying as I’m sure he thought we were two crazy Aussies when we said we just wanted to pop through the 11.6km tunnel to grab a coffee in Italy then head straight back to France.

Regardless, he ushered us through and off we went, wondering what we would find at the other end.

More beautiful scenery and quaint villages, as it turns out.

The timing of our trip meant we were fortunate to visit Provence during peak lavender season and I was keen to explore some of the fields I'd seen in pictures.

We stayed in a beautiful little Airbnb, and when we asked the hosts if they could direct us to the best lavender fields in the region, we were not disappointed.

We were sent in the opposite direction to where we were heading and were told there would be no tourists or cars, and that these were the best to see.

It was easy to get there with our own transport, and we were the only two wandering through the beautiful lavender, taking pictures and dodging bees, something you don’t get to experience in photos.

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The Epitome of Elegance During this leg of our holiday, we also drove the Verdon Gorge, lunched with the locals, discovered Fort Briancon and experienced much more than was on our original itinerary for France.

We said goodbye to the car in Nice and, after some sun and fun along the coast, flew to Spain to begin our organised tour.

Apart from our start and end point, I really hadn’t looked too deeply into our itinerary.

There was a sense of relief landing in Madrid – we no longer needed to worry about where we were going and how we would get there.

That was short-lived when our driver didn't show to pick us up, however, after a few phone calls and a little bit of waiting, we were on our way.

Having not chosen the accommodation, our expectations were pretty low, but even with high expectations, they would have been exceeded at our first hotel – five stars in the centre of Madrid was not what we were expecting after our airport debacle.

Once we settled into our room and started to wind down, it actually felt like we were on a new holiday, and we were keen to meet our travel buddies.

Unfortunately, we missed the meet and greet on the first night as we were still working to our own times, exploring the city, eating tapas and shopping.

However, we were snapped into tour mode quickly when we found a little reminder note under our door with the departure time for the next day.

Trepidation turned very quickly to high-fiving our new companions the following morning when we realised there were only seven of us on the tour and our mode of transport was a Mercedes van.

Thankfully there was also a very organised lady onboard who was able to update us on where we would be going each day.

As the tour went on, we relaxed further and it was lovely to wake up every morning with everything organised for us.

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These weren’t the big food courts where tour buses line up or the restaurants full of travellers, they were authentic areas that really allowed us to enjoy the food and culture of Spain and Portugal.

Fado singing in Lisbon, olive oil tasting just outside of Ronda and Flamenco dancing in a cave are all experiences I know we wouldn’t have discovered if we weren’t with guides.

We also dined in a castle and a wine cellar under the Plaza Mayor in Madrid and enjoyed a taste testing at the oldest port distillery in Porto.

It was these unique experiences that we found most valuable on our tour, and I really enjoyed the educational component of the trip as well.

Spain and Portugal are fabulous for shopping, and there was plenty of free time to explore, do some retail therapy, and spend time away from the tour group.

At the end of the tour, we took the train to Barcelona to finish off our adventure.

Relaxation was top of our list in 'the city of prodigies', and we enjoyed more tapas, eating gelato and admiring Antoni Gaudi’s unique architecture whenever we could pull ourselves away from the rooftop pool at our hotel in the Gothic Quarter.

Breaking down our Euro summer, we felt like we had three holidays in one … our road trip through France, the tour of Spain and Portugal, and food and fun in Barcelona.

One thing I love about travel is that you learn so much about yourself when you’re taken out of your everyday routine and familiar environment.

We discovered that we really enjoy our spontaneous adventures, they seem to be the memories we laugh about and share with our family and friends.

There are definitely pros to a tour as well, especially if you’re time-poor, a solo traveller or want to meet others to travel with.

We’re already planning our next adventure, but for now you can find us on the beach recovering from this one.

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STUNNING SEAS Quantum of the Seas is Royal Caribbean’s latest Quantum Class ship to come to Australia.

THE MOST INNOVATIVE SHIP to set sail from Brisbane, Quantum of the Seas offers some of the boldest, most unique adventures Queensland has ever seen and provides a gateway to the postcard-perfect South Pacific where guests can embrace island life.

As one of Royal Caribbean’s most high-tech ships, every sea day is as memorable as adventures onshore with families, friends and couples enjoying the ultimate combination of adventure and relaxation.

Holidaymakers can choose from 3- to 13-night action-packed cruises to explore Queensland’s stunning coast, including destinations such as Airlie Beach and Cairns; or discover the idyllic islands of the South Pacific by visiting places like Mystery Island; Port Vila, Vanuatu, and Noumea, New Caledonia.

Onboard, Quantum offers countless opportunities to make every second epic.

From deck-defying thrills to scene-stealing entertainment and tantalising global cuisine, there’s endless ways for families to fill their sea days.

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Adrenaline-fuelled activities and exclusive first-at-sea experiences include the RipCord® by iFly® indoor skydiving simulator, FlowRider® surf simulator, rock climbing wall and SeaPlex – the largest indoor activity complex at sea – featuring bumper cars, basketball, roller-skating and much more.

Each evening guests can be dazzled by full-scale Broadway style productions at the magnificent Royal Theatre or catch live entertainment paired with multimedia visuals at Two70°.

On every sailing, the Royal Theatre features original shows guests can only see on board, with amazing vocalists and dancers delivering rousing performances wrapped up in stunning sets and transcendent multimedia productions.

Aptly named for its magnificent 270-degree panoramic sea views through vast, floor-to-ceiling glass walls spanning almost three decks at the stern of the ship, unparalleled technology means every show at Two70° is multidimensional and immerses the audience through a combination of live performers, breathtaking video and digital scenery.

Foodies can choose from more than 20 restaurants, bars and lounges, including Chef's Table, Quantum of the Seas’ most exclusive and elevated dining experience featuring five exquisite courses.

In Wonderland, the chefs surprise guests with their fantasy gourmet dishes and never-before-seen fare.

A molecular dining experience with an Alice and Wonderland theme, the restaurant's menu is a dreamscape of creatively presented modern dishes, created using molecular gastronomy techniques.

Inspired by Chef Jamie Oliver, Jamie’s Italian offers a menu of rustic Italian favourites, bursting with fresh, seasonal ingredients.

Meanwhile traditional Asian cuisine is artfully prepared and presented at Izumi where guests will be wowed by the fresh ingredients, delicate flavours, and gorgeous plating of Izumi’s sushi, sashimi, ishi-yaki plates, and more.

As expected from one of Royal Caribbean’s most high-tech ships, Quantum of the Seas delivers a host of exclusive first-at-sea experiences including the state-of-the-art Bionic Bar. Here, both bionic bar arm movements are patterned after Marco Pelle from the New York theatre ballet.

The robot arms can produce two drinks per minute for a total of 1000 drinks per day.

It took 41,6000 man-hours to make and test the robotic bartenders.

In the newest Royal Escape Room, guests and their squad are in the hot seat as they attempt to find the hidden clues, solve the riddles and unravel the mysteries of The Royal Society of Puzzles.

With only 50 minutes to unlock the secrets, the suspense builds with every tick of the clock.

Expedition 270 is an augmented reality designed to test guests’ adventuring skills in four fully immersive augmented-reality games.

Locate artefacts placed around the room and scan them with the Royal Caribbean International app to begin each challenge.

Raise temples, blast ruins and go on quests to recover ancient masks.

Of course, the younger family members are well catered for as well with Royal Caribbean’s complimentary Adventure Ocean youth programs not only making sure children's time on board is fun, but educational too.

Aquanauts (ages 3-5 years) have fun conducting cool experiments and becoming Certified Jr. Adventure Scientists.

Royal Caribbean’s specially designed Explorers program (ages 6-8 years) is packed with exciting cruise activities for kids, which includes themed parties and Voyagers (ages 9-12 years) will explore a range of activities that puts the ‘cool’ back into learning.

The 'almost adults' deserve a holiday of their own, so Royal Caribbean gives teens the freedom to join pre-planned events throughout the day, or simply hang out in teen-only spaces including the Living Room, Full Teen Club and The Arcades.

With so much to do and see on Quantum, holidaymakers may wish to set aside some much needed down time to recharge at The Vitality SM Spa or find balance at the full-service Fitness Centre, complete with state-of-the-art equipment.

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CUISINE

Horizon Sky Dining

FOOD WITH A VIEW From the beach to the Broadwater – these Gold Coast restaurants offer the perfect blend of fine food and picturesque panoramas.

WORDS MARJ OSBORNE WITH SPARKLING WATERWAYS, crystal white beaches and fringing mountains, the Gold Coast boasts magnificent views.

Until recently, however, most ‘dining with a view’ took place at surf clubs overlooking beaches decked out in red and yellow flags with lifesavers on patrol.

Historically, several locations have shown off the splendour of the Gold Coast, notably Burleigh Pavilion (including Rick Shores), Surfers Pavilion, Southport Pavilion and Siblings.

More recently, restaurants dotted along the Surfers Paradise beachfront (such as Coast and Seascape) and Main Beach have given us full frontal views of the Broadwater and beach life.

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Expansive rural dining views are surprisingly rare, exceptions being in the Northern Rivers, such as Tweed River House, Potagers at Carool and Mavis’s Kitchen.

Dining with a view is not confined to a price bracket, nor to fine dining.

It can be enjoyed just as easily over a platter of antipasto or coffee and cake.

Here are some other spectacular venues you may wish to add to your dining list:

Horizon Sky Dining The Gold Coast has a few iconic dining sites, the revolving restaurant at the top of Crowne Plaza being one.

Recently refurbished by its new owners, the understated elegance, natural finishes and coastal colour palette of Horizon Sky Dining show off the real star, the Gold Coast itself.

“The breathtaking views and delicious seafood are quintessentially Gold Coast, offering the best of what the city has to offer in one place,” says Jason Farnworth, General Manager of Crowne Plaza Surfers Paradise.

“Horizon isn’t just a great dining experience, it’s a jaw-dropping one, with a 360-degree view of the Gold Coast skyline that rotates every 45 minutes.”

Encompassing two levels of dining, each of the 128 seats enjoys a superb view.

Tarte Beach House For a more serene water view, Tarte Beach House, located beside Currumbin Creek, is a multi-faceted venue sprawling across several levels, including a 100-seat brunch restaurant overlooking the water and a casual café that takes dining right to the sand.

Owner-operator Chloe Watts has brought a sense of historical significance to this establishment by choosing décor elements with great care.

100-year-old umbrellas from a French beach remind us of the inspiration for this patisserie, whereas a wall of historic photographs sets Tarte venues into local area history.

With a menu to fit its location, this stylish eatery highlights attention-grabbing savoury dishes.

An elevated drink selection and a varied array of pastries complement the savoury offerings.

Tarte Beach House

Tommy’s Italian If you are seeking a prime dining destination overlooking the beach with modern Italian food, cocktails and freely flowing prosecco, look no further than Tommy’s Italian.

With a modern menu founded on centuries of Mediterranean dining, Tommy’s Italian is perfectly aligned with a coastal lifestyle.

This is fine food in a casual setting, where we can sit with friends and share our favourite dishes accompanied by cocktails and bottomless wine.

Antipasti forms almost a third of the menu, and rightly so.

These delicious treats are backed up by mains, pizza and pasta dishes.

With its red and white striped balcony seating, we could be transported to a hillside in Cinque Terra looking out to the ocean or a café beside Lake Como.

Instead, we are here in Currumbin, celebrating stunning seascape vistas all our own.

Tommy's Italian

Quarterdeck Kitchen + Bar

The Yot Club

This venue boasts a fabulous location in the heart of the Gold Coast Marine Precinct.

Surprisingly, it is still a secret haven, frequented mostly by locals and boaties alongside a scattering of sports stars and millionaires.

Decked out like a beach house, Quarterdeck’s stunning 180-degree view takes in yachts, water and the unspoiled natural habitat of Hope Island.

Chef Kingsley Saville’s share-plate menus are inspired by the water-side location and his love of Mediterranean flavours.

Using the ‘fresh is best’ philosophy, he changes the menu seasonally, making the most of local produce and creating everything in-house.

Vibrant and interesting, this is food that is light enough to float through summer lunches yet substantial enough to share during sundowner drinks and dinner.

Whether you journey with guests or your partner and friends, The Yot Club gives you a glimpse of a luxurious boating lifestyle at a fraction of the cost.

Cruising on the sparkling Broadwater amongst super yachts, power boats and jet skis, for a few hours you will be treated like royalty as you embark on the world’s f irst luxur y super yacht entertainment venue, sipping champagne andindulging in a feast of fresh local seafood served in three courses.

Spending alternate weekends in Brisbane and the Gold Coast, with events departing from both cities, The Yot Club boasts two levels of guest seating, two bars and a stage and dance floor complete with live entertainment.

Quarterdeck Kitchen + Bar

The Yot Club

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SUMMER DINING With its stunning views and fresh new menu, Tweed River House is the perfect place to dine this summer.

RESIDING ON THE lush green banks of the Tweed River, with sweeping views of majestic Wollumbin ranges, Tweed River House evokes the heritage and beauty of a bygone era.

Perfect for long lunches or sunset dinners, the magnificently restored century-old grand river house embodies the gentler pace of the Northern Rivers, where you can dine enjoying the panoramic views from the river terrace or inside under the elegant, pressed tin ceilings.

If you are looking for a more sophisticated experience, you can also savour the elegance of the chandelier private dining room for up to ten guests.

Owners Gregory Lording and Phillip Hepburn have preserved the original character of their well-positioned Tweed River treasure, marrying tradition with charm in the grand interior.

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From the emerald-green colour palette and well-chosen prints to the carefully curated menu and exemplary service, everything about Tweed River House is well-considered and welcoming.

"Old-world hospitality is our keynote," Gregory says. “We want guests to feel immersed in the relaxed style of bygone eras – think Singapore’s Raffles and Penang’s E&O dining rooms and cocktails on the terraces of grand old homes in Australia’s tropical north.

“Our friendly team will ensure you are enveloped into a time bubble – with the addition of modern, efficient service.”

The kitchen is in the capable hands of Executive Chef Dayron Concepcion, who hails from Montreal, with the restaurant awarded a Chef's Hat in the 2023 Australian Good Food Guide Awards.

Taking inspiration from the fresh flavours and abundance of quality local produce, the food evolves with the seasons, with guests offered a choice of a la carte, set menu and degustation dining.

The new summer menu is an explosion of flavour, with popular items including Brandy flambe Australian lobster tail, finger lime beurre monte, lobster potato cake; Tempura zucchini flower, cashew creme stuffing, barigoule and hazelnut dressing; and Duck leg galantine, rosella jelly, duck rillette, pickled cabbage, orange mayo, five spice tuile.

Outside, the riverside Lawn Bar is the place for more casual weekend afternoons.

Dine from the bar tapas-style menu paired with your favourite drink while enjoying the relaxed ambience and laid-back vibes.

Lawn Bar favourites include Crispy soft shell crab, brioche roll, vegetable a la grecque, citrus aioli, rocket; Fresh oysters with lemon aspen dressing and finger lime and Spiced lamb koftas, mint yoghurt, pita, lemon, native thyme oil, chickpea.

The Lawn Bar is also the perfect place to enjoy live music on Sundays, so be sure to check the website for dates and artists.

Located at 131 River Street, South Murwillumbah, Tweed River House is open for Lunch Thursday – Sunday; Dinner Friday & Saturday; Lawn Bar Saturday & Sunday.

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JAZZ CHRISTMAS EVE WITH CAROLINE AGOSTINI Sunday, 24 December 2023 Jazz lovers are invited to join the Tweed River House team for a special Christmas Eve dinner in the elegant Dining Room.

Dine from the 3, 5 or 9 course Jazz dinner menu and be captivated by the soulful vocals of Caroline Agostini as she sings Christmas jazz classics.

Caroline will perform 2 sets starting from 6.30pm till 9.00pm.

When booking, choose ‘Jazz Dinner in the Dining Room’ as your seating area ($10pp cover fee).

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Perched on the banks of the Tweed River on Bundjalung Country in Murwillumbah, resides the award winning bistro, the Tweed River House.

Savour our prix fixe menus, enjoying panoramic views from the River Verandah, or in the elegant Dining Room under pressed tin ceilings.

For a drink or light bite try the riverside Lawn Bar. Open Thursday to Sunday.

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CHEF’S CHOICE

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Aussie Icons Serving a classic selection of sweet and savoury treats, Lennons Aussie Icons Series High Tea will transport your taste buds straight back to your childhood.

Savour the nostalgia of the tuck shop and grandma’s house with irresistible Australian flavours and textures, served in an elegant setting at Lennons Restaurant & Bar, Brisbane. Perfect for sharing with friends and loved ones, the Lennons Aussie Icons Series has been thoughtfully created with a diverse selection of beverage pairing options, ensuring that everyone can enjoy their afternoon in style. High Tea Trading Hours: Saturday & Sunday 12 pm - 4:30 pm.

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Tea time Spice up traditions with the new ‘Christmas Tea Collection’ from Monista Tea Co. The beautifully illustrated box set includes a choice of one or two festive tea blends including the new Spiced Christmas and crowd favourite Very English Breakfast along with Monista’s signature decorative infuser for easy brewing. Available in individual cannisters and gift sets. RRP from $36.95 to $54.95.

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From brunch to lunch, picnics to parties, Sanctuary Studio’s latest collection of outdoor tableware is a cacophony of mood boosting botanical prints. The nostalgic ‘Botanica’ range includes an assortment of nature themed picnic rugs, bowls, cheese knives, napery and pretty place settings that will elevate your alfresco entertaining to a whole new level. RRP from $20 to $300

Whether you are having a BBQ with mates, catering for a family get-together, or cooking professionally, food creates a pathway to talk more freely and openly. Born from a family tragedy, Soult’s new range of natural salts have been developed to help raise awareness of mental health issues. Made of ethically sourced salt from the Murray River Basin and all organic ingredients, Soult is available in four unique flavours – Rosemary & Garlic, Chilli Chocolate, Lemon Myrtle and Salty Sweet – with 100% of profits going to Mental Health Foundations.

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WINE CELLAR

YEARS OF TIERS Winemaker Brian Croser brings decades of experience and innovation to the industry.

WORDS TONY HARPER … IT SEEMS LIKE IT WAS ONLY YESTERDAY, AND AIN’T IT FUNNY, HOW TIME JUST SLIPS AWAY?’ I wish I could include the melody, it would make this intro so much better, But that’s the crux-line of a magical song written by Willie Nelson at the start of the 1960’s; sung at various times by Elvis Presley, Bryan Ferry and a host of other amazing musicians.

For me, the best version is performed live

by Willie himself in 1997 (tight plaits, scraggly beard, nice hat), surrounded by Kris Kristofferson, Mel Tillis, Billy Joe Shaver, Ralph Emery … more.

His guitar, Trigger, has never sounded better, Nelson’s fingers have never moved more fluently, and the song was never more poignant.

It’s on YouTube: find it, and if the mood strikes you, listen to it as you read this.

It is a song that has riddled my thoughts (you know how a tune gets stuck?) since I had dinner with Brian Croser two weeks ago.

He was in Brisbane to celebrate 20 years of Tapanappa wines, the birth of which seems so, so much like only yesterday.

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But as Willie tells us, time has a habit of slipping away.

I was in my twenties when I first met Brian; he was a wee bit older but already legendary.

It was like meeting a rockstar.

So, let's rewind a few decades.

Petaluma was a vinous icon and Brian Croser – its founder – was, is, one of the most revered wine figures in the country.

He pioneered, in Australia, the Burgundian notion of site.

We had region and place, but site wasn’t, then, much of a thing.

These days, it's everything.

Croser was like a modern-day Charles Darwin, banging his drum with a great deal of intellect, influence and fervour.

He also tested the tried notions of the Australian wine religion and turned things, not quite topsy-turvy (like Darwin) but definitely on to a different path.

He was relentless, but also meticulous, studied, precise.

And his argument regarding the importance of site was aimed, I believe, to better Australian wine.

It’s a missive, like Darwin’s, that is now woven into the everyday.

It simply made sense, and Petaluma became one of the darling wine brands of Australia.

It had an exploratory site at Piccadilly in the Adelaide Hills (and didn’t that exploration turn into something both wondrous and widespread?), Hamlin Hill in the Clare Valley, and a plot – the Evans Vineyard – on the famous Terra Rossa soils of Coonawarra.

And within the Adelaide Hills vineyard there was Tiers; a site within a site.

To this day, Tiers remains an important vineyard for Brian Croser.

When Petaluma was grabbed by Lion Nathon in 2001 (a nasty business), Croser gradually backed out of what was once his own company and began to regroup and reconfigure as Tapanappa, following the same philosophy of distinguished sites, but starting afresh in terms of vineyards … except Tiers.

That he retained, with an agreement to share its fruit with Petaluma, an arrangement that (perplexingly) still stands.

The new vineyards were Foggy Hill on the Fleurieu Peninsula, and Whalebone in Wrattonbully.

Foggy Hill he planted to Pinot Noir, once again crusading into a region never before planted to vines, not far from the southern reaches of McLaren Vale, but in its own realm on the jutting Fleurieu Peninsula, almost touched by the ocean.

The Pinots it makes are ethereal, perfumed, delicate but structured.

Now that the vineyard has some decent vine age, the wines are singing.

And enough time has passed for a block within the vineyard – called Definitus – to be singled out as something special.

The Definitus wines – while still gossamer – have more intensity, body, richness, than those from the greater vineyard.

Another site within a site.

The Whalebone vineyard – then named Koppamurra – was hunted (Croser had a history with its fruit), purchased,and renamed after the discovery of ancient (35 million-yearold) whale bones in the nearby limestone caves.

Here, it's all about the ancient soils.

The Whalebone vineyard is planted to Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Shiraz, so its wines are all about structure and longevity.

But for me, the most enthralling part of this tale is the Tiers Chardonnay and its roots that still tie both Petaluma and Tapanappa.

For two wines that have the same vineyard source – although I believe there are fairly firm guidelines about who gets what from where – these days they are poles apart.

Let’s not dwell on the much-diminished Petaluma wines.

Let’s talk about Tapanappa Tiers Chardonnay.

What it doesn’t do, and has never done, is conform to fashion.

Every Tiers Chardonnay made by Brian Croser pays homage to the Tiers vineyard and the attributes it brings to the wines.

I’ve been tasting Tiers chardonnays over decades, and there is a definite ‘Tiers-ness’ to them all.

Brian Croser has never been scared of oak influence, and there is plenty of rather sexy

lemony, savoury oak as a kind of escort to the fruit; then and now.

He hasn’t, in recent years, fallen prey to the cult of sulphides and skinniness – super-model chardonnay – that characterises so much of the top-tier, east-coast wines.

Nor did he do the opposite early on, making overtly rich, artefact (that’s a term I’ve stolen from Brian Croser) laden wines.

Instead, they have always tiptoed along the middle path, using oak and glimpses of artefact for complexity, but letting the purity of the Tiers vineyard steer the wines.

There are perhaps a dozen Australian chardonnay producers that jostle for the top spot: Farr, Cullen, Tolpuddle, Vasse Felix, Oakridge … others.

But Tapanappa Tiers is emphatically in the mix.

It is site-made liquid gold.

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EDITION 38 | NOVEMBER 2023

Prestige Property Magazine

S U C C E S S B U I LT O N PA S S I O N AND PURPOSE The vision behind the Gold Coast’s leading luxury property agency has always been bigger than selling the city’s most prestigious real estate.

Selling Principal and Managing Director Michael Kollosche has made it his mission to nurture an elite team of top performers to deliver a client experience that exceeds all expectations.

Kollosche now supports 38 Sales Agents, 11 Sales Associates, 6 Leasing Consultants and 40 Administrative Staff to serve property owners from Sovereign Islands to Byron Bay. Agents specialising in residential, commercial and new project sales, alongside property management and commercial leasing, collaborate under the one roof in a unique approach that maximises the results for their clients.

Backed by 25 years in the industry, Michael continues to lead from the front – the 2023 REB Top 50 saw him rank No.1 for the highest sales volume and average sale price in Queensland.

The success of the brand flows back into the wider Gold Coast community with a percentage of every Kollosche sale donated to a range of worthy causes.

MICHAEL KOLLOSCHE 04111 888 15 michael@kollosche.com.au

A WO R D FR O M M I C H A E L

"Price paralysis is the No.1 reason why people don't list their homes"

November has arrived, marking what are

Kollosche agents are experienced and

traditionally some of the busiest months

dedicated to going above and beyond

of the year for the real estate industry

for their clients. Don't let fear of the unknown stop you from listing this

The spike in activity traditionally stems

summer season. Reach out to a Kollosche

from a flush of new listings as sellers bring

agent today.

properties to market under what they perceive to be more favourable conditions,

NEW FACES

such as warmer weather and a boom in

This month I am proud to welcome sales

interstate buyers visiting the Gold Coast.

While the weather and level of enquiry are heating up, a flurry of new listings has been slower to materialise, creating a shortfall between supply and demand.

Economic factors and an extended period of restabilisation have led homeowners to develop price paralysis, where it's easier to

agent and auctioneer Paul Harrison to the Kollosche business.

Paul joins us with a wealth of experience gained from more than 20 years in the real estate industry, carved out in Melbourne.

Professionally driven and community focused, Paul has thrown himself into his new role and I look forward to celebrating his successes.

just stay put than try to figure out where they sit in the market.

The phenomenon is, in fact, the No.1 barrier to homeowners listing their homes, according to leading property portal realestate.com.au. Rather than reach out to an agent, particularly if they are uncertain about which one to choose, homeowners will remain on the fence.

Yet it is the role of an agent to help you find your place in the market. A good agent will not only understand a clients' needs to facilitate a sale, but will look for solutions to potential sticking points.

MICHAEL KOLLOSCHE

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ON THE COVER

Exquisite Hamptons Located in the Gold Coast’s most exclusive

colonial-era timber doors are a visual delight

riverfront enclave in Southport is this

throughout. In the kitchen and bathrooms,

majestic mansion spread across a rare

Carrara marble is a statement of longevity

1,411m 2 double block at 9 McMillan Court.

and a testament to the owners’ dedication

Among the first authentic Hamptons homes to be created on the Gold Coast, it remains one of the finest examples of this much-admired architectural style.

Designed by award-winning Gold Coast architect Bayden Goddard, no expense was spared in achieving a level of decadence that

to keeping the property in an immaculate a condition for the past 16 years.

With food markets, bike paths and prime beaches on the doorstep, this trophy home is well-positioned to be noticed by anyone seeking the rarely available combination of position and perfection.

would be difficult to replicate today.

Open to expressions of interest, the Character features such as decorative

property is being marketed by Kollosche

wrought-iron gates, casement timber

managing director Michael Kollosche,

windows, coffered ceilings and carved

alongside agents Sam Guo and Julia Kuo.

EXPRES SIONS OF INTEREST

LUXURY KNOWS NO BOUNDS Global sports and entertainment producers Tony and Thea Cochrane are, for the first time, bringing their hand-crafted Main River estate to the market, presenting a rare offering in an exclusive pocket.

9 MCMILLAN COURT, SOUTHPORT

Rarely does a residence come along that exceeds the highest standards of custom design, construction and liveability.

Celebrated architect Bayden Goddard worked closely with owners Tony and Thea Cochrane to achieve a decadent riverfront mansion that was among the first genuinely authentic Hamptons homes to grace the Gold Coast.

Located at 9 McMillan Court, a 1,411m 2* double block within Southport’s exclusive TSS precinct and fronting the widest stretch of the Nerang River set the stage for this trophy home to shine.

Drawing inspiration from the Cochrane’s adventures across the globe, this exquisite property truly has it all. Measuring 1,763* square metres under roof, no detail nor expense was compromised during a two-year intricate build to achieve a home that could not be recreated in this location today.

Special approval was granted to construct the four-level residence, serviced by a commercial-grade lift, on the most eastern section of this Main River promontory, where views span over water to a sparkling city skyline, from Main Beach to Broadbeach.

TIMELES S HAMPTONS BEAUT Y Traditional Hamptons features are expertly applied, building layers of timeless character on every level. Custom duce timber casement windows in varying shapes and sizes, authentic to the Hamptons, create visual interest, including a 12.8-metre* arch window that runs from the ground to the upper level.

A handpicked team of 14 talented carpenters has meticulously executed detailed woodwork throughout – from raked ceilings to custom VJ detailing (12km* of timber), architraves, skirting, dado, picture rails and cabinetry. The width and balustrading make the timber staircase a magnificent feature in its own right.

FINISHED TO PERFECTION The best quality materials and fixtures were sourced from around the globe, creating a bespoke style that has stood the test of time.

Century-old red ironbark hardwood timber flooring, sourced from a North Queensland warehouse and stained dark, is ageless in its beauty.

Classic Carrara marble – honed, sealed and finished with a bullnose edge – features on benchtops, floors and cabinetry throughout.

Bespoke pendants and chandeliers, handpicked from Paris and New York, draw the eye, as do lashings of Ralph Lauren wallpaper.

Intricately carved colonial-era timber doors grace the entry beyond custom-made decorative wrought-iron gates. Crowning the home is a roof painstakingly laid with shingles imported from America.

THE ULTIMATE ENTERTAINER Multiple entertaining areas are ideal for holding large gatherings, with the residence hosting a roll-call of prime ministers and sports and music celebrities in the past. The Pavilion boasts a BeefEater BBQ kitchen and wet bar, just off the pool. Doors fold back to connect to the kitchen, where a commercial cold room, three ovens and two dishwashers are a caterer’s dream.

As night falls, a sparkling city skyline provides an enviable backdrop as soirees spill from a covered outdoor terrace onto the lawn, with space for 90 guests. Similarly, the rooftop entertaining room with a wraparound balcony and wet bar offers stunning 300-degree views with space for 60 guests.

LUXURY LIFEST YLE BENEFITS At-home recreation is considered on every level, providing space to exercise, unwind, play, connect, work and relax across the home.

A New York-inspired library with a wall of books and gas fireplace is a cosy retreat for reading, cards and music.

Eight leather recliners and JBL surround sound make it hard to leave the cinema where the screen and projector are of commercial cinema standard. A north-facing saltwater pool and spa enjoy total privacy and the sun’s warmth.

A walk-in steam room captures wide water and city skyline views on level 3, while three soundproof multi-purpose rooms can be used as a gymnasium, creative studio, workshop or for personal hobbies.

Boaties will appreciate a 12-metre* pontoon with twin motorised jet ski docks moments from The Broadwater and Gold Coast Seaway.

AN ALLURING LOCATION The quiet cul de sac of McMillan Court sits at the heart of the prestigious precinct surrounding The Southport School (TSS), a leading private school for boys. The area

Expressions of interest are now open with inspections available by appointment.

is highly soughtafter for its private, secure family-friendly offering and the proximity to Southport’s legal and business district, boutique shopping and dining at The Brickworks on Ferry Road, and immediate access to the Nerang River.

Offering a key to world-class amenities, the address benefits further from its proximity to Main Beach (2.4km* or a short 5-minute drive), opening up access to the popular Tedder Avenue dining hub, patrolled surf beaches and Southport Yacht Club - home to many of the Gold Coast’s superyachts.

MICHAEL KOLLOSCHE 04111 888 15

Nearby Marina Mirage plays host to La Luna Beach Club and MĀRE Restaurant, with views over the Broadwater and marina. Marina Mirage has been earmarked for a $500 million redevelopment encompassing culinary and retail experiences complemented by a luxury hotel and residences. Next door, a new Ritz-Carlton 150-room hotel is set to open by 2026 under a $480-million waterfront development at Mariner’s Cove in Main Beach.

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COMM UNIT Y

JOURNEY TO INCLUSION Gold Coast power couple Stuart and Linda Osman are on a mission to develop education pathways for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

WORDS: MACKENZIE O’SULLIVAN

The surname Osman is associated with

with autism, aged from four years old, the

“It will allow us to better support our

some of the Gold Coast’s most beautiful

skills required to thrive in a mainstream

existing students and welcome more

residential and commercial architecture.

education setting.

families into the program.”

winning building designer Stuart Osman

To date, the program has supported

The Kollosche Community Fund was

and his wife, Linda.

40 children and their families, but as

established in 2021 to provide a platform

awareness and enquiry grow, so has the

through which the agency’s sales agents

space required to accommodate them.

and employees could give back to their

However, there is far more to award-

In September, Linda took out the ‘Angel

local communities. A percentage of every

Among Us’ category in the Gold Coast Bulletin’s Woman of the Year Awards.

Through its community fund, Kollosche

sale made goes into the fund, where it is

has donated $15,000 to cover the cost

distributed among local charities, sporting

She was awarded the honour for her work

for a relocatable classroom or ‘pod’ to be

organisations and worthy individuals.

as the founder, chair and CEO of Journey

installed at the existing site.

2 Learn, a not-for-profit charity supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

The pod will provide a quiet and private

PERSONAL TIES

(ASD) and their families in making the

space to teach children social-emotional

The inspiration for Journey 2 Learn comes

transition into mainstream schools.

learning and to serve as a designated area

from Linda and Stuart’s own experience,

where the children can go to regulate their

with the youngest of their four children,

emotions or work independently.

Larz, having Level 3 ASD.

facility on their acreage property that is

“The funding from Kollosche is the most

Strong believers in the value of involvement

designed to replicate a typical classroom.

substantial we’ve had in quite some time,”

in social and educational settings, the

The space is utilised to teach children

Linda says.

family supported Larz through a 30-hour

To achieve their vision, Linda and Stuart established a specialised education

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week, at-home program to prepare him for

with a focus on boosting confidence,

“The skills they can learn from their

placement at Hillcrest Christian College.

developing social and emotional skills,

teachers and neurotypical peers are

increasing attention spans and fostering

what they need to adapt and thrive

While Larz’s time at the college started

tolerance towards the sensory experiences

in the community,” says Linda.

at just two hours per day, a specialist

that come with typical classrooms.

approach, tailored curriculum and behavioural support led him to gradually

“It’s about identifying their unique

THE BIG PICTURE

transition into full-time mainstream

strengths and differences and nurturing

Linda is a strong advocate for inclusive

schooling within his first year.

those areas to empower them to thrive in

schooling, and is determined to educate

mainstream schools,” says Linda.

the local community on the benefits it

Having seen the benefits of her sons’

has on not only children with ASD, but neurotypical students as well.

supported development, Linda was

This is achieved through the one-to-one

motivated to help other children with

support of each child, with the aim of

ASD to do the same.

gradually lengthening the time they are

Donations from local individuals and

able to spend actively participating in

organisations are the key to allowing

regular schooling.

Linda to expand the Journey 2 Learn

“There are so many other families on our journey and as a mum I feel the need to support as many of them as I can.”

site and its impact.

A number of the Gold Coast’s regarded private schools, including All Saints Anglican

T H E A P P R OAC H

School, Gold Coast Christian College, Hillcrest Christian College and Somerset

The facility and its 20-strong staff are

College, have welcomed the program and

Find out more about the

dedicated to helping students to develop,

its students into their classrooms.

Kollosche Community Fund

RESIDENTIAL

A Recipe for Success Kollosche welcomes Licensed Real Estate Agent Paul Harrison to its experienced team.

Real estate agent Paul Harrison’s passion

professionally I’m still extremely competitive

Beach Surf Life Saving Club, where his son

for property and helping people is palpable.

and driven. I feel there is real opportunity

participates in Nippers, Paul is a staunch

here for someone like me to make a

advocate of being a committed and active

difference in a market that is changing.

member of the local community.

level of experience, but an unbridled sense

“Being backed by this amazing brand of

“Community is really important to me,”

of energy and enthusiasm to the business.

Kollosche, which is already established

Paul says. “Anyone who knows me, knows

Joining the Kollosche sales team in September, Paul has brought not only a high

across the Gold Coast and aligns with my

I have always been very community-

Like many new residents to the Gold

own philosophy and principles, translates

focused, and it is no different for me

Coast, Paul relocated from Melbourne,

into a recipe for success.”

here on the Gold Coast.

Director of a network of estate agencies,

An added string to Paul’s bow is that

“Wherever I live, I consider myself to be

overseeing a team of 90 staff, conducting

he is a seasoned auctioneer and has

a local and I will support local businesses

more than 1,000 sales a year and

orchestrated more than 2,500 auctions

holding about 3,500 properties under

throughout his career.

where he was the owner and Managing

management.

“As a lead agent who is also the auctioneer, The experience gained from more than

you’re involved with every step of

20 years in the industry, means Paul has

the process, helping buyers in their

an in-depth understanding of the real

endeavours to purchase and providing

estate market across all sectors and an

valuable, real-time feedback to sellers,”

innate appreciation of client expectations

Paul says.

and needs.

“Ultimately, you are trying to extract

and organisations.”

Paul’s natural enthusiasm for life is infectious and no doubt a key contributor to his success - along with his genuine desire to help people.

“I’ve been selling real estate for 20 years and I’ve sold multi-millions of dollars of property, but at the end of the day what does that mean,” asks Paul.

Paul joined the Kollosche ranks armed

the best bid for a property from a buyer.

with a far-reaching client database and

Who is better placed to do that than the

has swiftly carved out a niche for himself

auctioneer and agent, who has been a part

servicing his widespread network of loyal

their ideal home or set up for the next stage

of the sales campaign from the start.”

of their life, or how I have helped a struggling

contacts - in many cases helping them to

“I would rather my success be measured by the number of people that I have helped find

business to survive,” he says. “That is more

make the same move he has.

COMMUNITY-MINDED

“It’s widely publicised that interstate and

Having settled with his wife Bianca and

overseas buyers currently make up about

young son Beau in the central suburb of

40 per cent of the Gold Coast market. I can

Mermaid Waters, Paul has wasted no time

help sellers tap into that market,” Paul says.

in getting to know the locals.

“While I’ve made this move to achieve a

A junior coach at the Broadbeach Cats

View Paul’s

better balance between work and lifestyle,

AFL club and a member of the Mermaid

current listings

about who I am, the numbers are simply a by-product of that.”

A NEW PRICE BENCHMARK SOLD FOR $2 , 800,000 A new price benchmark has been set for Mermaid Beach with the sale of 1102/272 Hedges Avenue, establishing a suburb record for a two-bedroom apartment.

With access to an extensive buyer network and taking a strategic approach to marketing, Danny Stanley and Rebecca Jackson are achieving powerful results for beachside apartment owners.

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THE POWER OF CONNECTIONS R E A S O N S TO L I S T W I T H KOLLOSCHE COMMERCIAL Kollosche’s affluent

legal counsel are on-hand to assist

listing to clients across commercial,

with every transaction and ensure

new projects, and residential.

every contract proceeds smoothly.

Kollosche leverages

Kollosche Commercial

detailed data to build strategic

agents are skilled negotiators who

digital marketing campaigns that

know how to maximise yields for

target active, qualified buyers.

commercial investors.

In a unique approach,

Reach out to the Team

Kollosche’s in-house

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Vendors have access to

Kollosche’s Commercial, Residential

an experienced in-house team of

and New Projects sales agents

advisors, analysts and commercial

collaborate to attract more buyers.

experts at Kollosche.

PROPERT Y MANAGEMENT & LE ASING

WHO IS RESPONSIBLE? An Introduction for Landlords When it comes to investment properties, understanding who is responsible for what makes for a much smoother experience for both landlords and tenants.

REPAIRS

maintenance like cleaning, dusting, and

typically the landlord’s duty. Additionally,

changing light bulbs.

the landlord usually provides gardening equipment, like hoses and sprinklers, and

Landlords must maintain the property

SMOKE AL ARMS

maintains the reticulation system.

for organising and financing repairs

Under Queensland law, the lessor/landlord

SECURIT Y

and maintenance. Tenants, on the other

must test and clean smoke alarms and

hand, are responsible for repairing any

replace any flat or nearly flat batteries

Landlords are responsible for providing

damage they, their children, pets, or

within 30 days before the start of a

a safe and secure property for tenants.

guests have caused.

tenancy, including lease renewals. During

This includes installing and maintaining

the tenancy, the tenant must test and

security devices like door locks, window

Landlords must attend to urgent and

clean each smoke alarm in the dwelling,

locks, and exterior lights. If tenants wish

emergency repairs promptly. These

at least once every 12 months.

to add additional security measures, they

in a reasonable state of repair during the tenancy. They are generally responsible

usually need the landlord’s permission and

typically involve essential services like

GARDENS AND L AWNS

become responsible for their upkeep.

If landlords cannot be reached to address

Garden maintenance is a common source

PLUMBING

urgent repairs, tenants may arrange and

of confusion. In most cases, tenants are

recoup the costs.

responsible for general garden upkeep,

Landlords must ensure the property’s

including mowing the lawn, weeding, pruning,

plumbing is safe and habitable. In the

and watering. Unless otherwise stated in the

case of plumbing emergencies, landlords

tenancy agreement, tenants are expected

must arrange repairs within the legislated

Landlords are obliged to keep the rental

to maintain the garden at the standard set

timeframes. Tenants are responsible for

premises in a reasonable state of repair

at the beginning of the tenancy.

issues they cause, like clogged toilets.

safety regulations. They are responsible

Major gardening work, such as

PEST CONTROL

for plumbing and maintaining appliances

landscaping or significant tree pruning,

provided with the property. Tenants, on

falls under the landlord’s responsibilities.

To meet minimum housing standards

the other hand, handle basic household

Specialised tasks like tree lopping are also

in Queensland, the property manager/

gas, electricity, sewerage, water, or major appliances provided with the property.

MAINTENANCE

and ensure compliance with building and

“Kollosche’s dedicated Property Management and Leasing division plays a vital role in supporting and informing landlords on Queensland's rental laws. We serve as a crucial conduit between landlords and their legal obligations, ensuring compliance and reducing potential legal pitfalls.

Drawing on the expertise of our in-house legal counsel, our team is able to expertly interpret and communicate these laws clearly to landlords, helping them understand their responsibilities in terms of property maintenance, repairs, security, and more. We provide continuous updates on changes in legislation, keeping landlords informed and up to date. By facilitating a solid understanding of rental laws, we help our clients maintain smooth, legally compliant tenancies, ultimately safeguarding their investments and reducing risks.”

R EN A E H AY EK , KO LLO S C H E G EN ER A L M A N AG ER

owner must ensure the property is free from pests when the tenant moves in and throughout the tenancy agreement. If pest infestations result from the tenant’s failure to maintain cleanliness, they are generally liable for resolving the issue. Termites or white ants are typically the landlord’s responsibility, regardless of the cause.

BROKEN APPLIANCES The responsibility for repairing or replacing broken appliances depends on ownership. Landlords are responsible for appliances provided with the property, while individual appliances owned by tenants are their responsibility.

To avoid disputes, it’s crucial to understand these responsibilities, both according to legislation and the tenancy agreement. A property manager can help clarify these responsibilities, reducing the chances of conflicts and potential insurance issues.

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NE W PRO J ECTS

NAVINI, ARTIST IMPRESSION

Size Matters in Today’s Construction Game The Gold Coast’s beachfront landscape is changing with traditional skyscrapers making way for smaller, boutique developments, according to our latest report.

The number of boutique beachside residential projects on the Gold

A shrinking pool of builders in the residential sector has increased

Coast is ramping up as construction costs continue to have an

labour costs making the delivery of large-scale developments an

impact on high-rise development.

expensive proposition, involving a heightened level of risk.

The latest K Property Insights: Boutique Beachside Apartments Report, produced by Kollosche in conjunction with industry analyst Michael Matusik, identifies the trend and states that this type of housing stock is set to dominate development for the coming years.

The shift has been hastened by the number of Tier 1 builders being

To mitigate this, developers are turning to the boutique project market, with a focus on villas and townhouses, or projects of less than 25 dwellings.

Kollosche Head of New Projects Jamie Harrison says for many

absorbed by public infrastructure works, which is likely to continue

developers managing and mitigating risk has taken precedence

up to the 2032 Olympics and beyond.

over maximising revenue.

“To counteract the challenges of building larger high-rise projects, developers are viewing boutique developments as a viable choice,”

N U M B E R O F S MALL N E W APARTM E NT AN D TOWN H O U S E PROJ ECTS

he says.

Suburbs

2019

2020

2021

2022

2023

Bilinga

1

1

4

0

12

Burleigh Heads

2

1

4

4

8

Broadbeach

2

1

1

1

8

Coolangatta

2

9

3

3

6

Currumbin

3

0

2

2

6

Main Beach

0

0

1

0

11

Mermaid Beach

2

2

5

2

18

Miami

0

2

1

2

7

Palm Beach

6

4

7

14

16

Surfers Paradise

7

6

3

2

10

Tugun

1

3

2

10

6

TOTAL

26

29

33

40

108

“For these kinds of projects, they should be looking to optimise the site rather than maximise it. It is about creating a boutique experience where residents have 20 or 30 neighbours instead of 100 or 200.”

Collaboration among key consultants and early planning is essential to cater to market demand and mitigate risks effectively.

An increasing focus for Kollosche’s New Projects division is guiding developers to understand buyer profiles in the planning stage.

That knowledge informs the ideal product mix, amenities, finishes, functionality, and floor plans.

The boutique apartment market has seen significant growth in the past five years, with 108 projects to be delivered across the Gold Coast’s beachside suburbs in 2023, compared with just 26 in 2019.

The southern coast has typically experienced the greatest rises, with the blue-chip suburb of Mermaid Beach leading the pack with 18 boutique projects to be delivered this year.

Jamie says: “The suburb is a popular but tightly held coastal suburb with many locals rarely leaving the area. As the boutique apartment market matures, we believe many developments sitting in DA will start to materialise.”

Matusik + BCI Australia. New residential projects under 25 dwellings. Excludes sites for sale, abandoned or delayed projects and projects whose planning appeals were upheld. Includes construction during calendar 2023. Years ending mid-September.

Palm Beach followed a close second with 16 projects being delivered, then Bilinga with 12.

“This is one of the last strips of original beachfront opportunity,” Jamie says. “Neighbouring Tugun and Kirra are experiencing immense growth, which is driving up the demand for a slice of this original southern Gold Coast beauty.”

The northern suburb of Main Beach, where high-rises saturate the skyline, is also worthy of note following a significant shift towards the boutique market. There are currently 11 projects set for delivery this year, compared with one solitary project being delivered across the four years to 2022.

“Traditionally attracting a more mature demographic, more than 60 per cent of the population is aged 60 years-plus,” Jamie says.

“Main Beach is currently experiencing a surge in demand from locals seeking to downsize, but also interstate buyers from Sydney and Melbourne seeking to relocate or acquire a holiday home.”

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TASTING NOTES

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Equally at home on a sun-drenched afternoon as it is an after-dinner sip, the Lychee Martini is light, fresh and elegantly balanced with the subtle tartness of green apple and the tang of lemon. Playful, quirky and screaming ‘summertime fun,’ the Coconut Margarita challenges for top spot in Margarita-imbibing hearts. The subtle sweetness of the coconut adds complexity without compromising the balance tequila, lime and agave. Lastly, the carefully blended mix of jalapeño, habanero and cayenne peppers stands out in the Chilli Margarita without overwhelming the harmonious balance which always exceeds sum of its parts. Find Mr Consistent Cocktails at your local bottle shop or online.

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WHEELS & WATER

MAKEOVER MODELS Restored & reimagined … retromods are the new classics.

WORDS CHRIS NIXON JUST LIKE MOVIE PRODUCERS re-hashing old classics, car modifiers have found a lucrative business giving favourite 60s and 70s sports cars a modern makeover.

They’re called retromods and about their only original part remaining is the bodywork – just sufficient to evoke nostalgic memories.

Certainly, prices soaring into the millions bear no resemblance to the modest donor models from Porsche, Jaguar, MG, Austin Healey, Volvo, Lancia or Alfa Romeo.

Opinion will be divided on these extravagant, bespoke machines such as the Eagle E-Type ($1.4 million), Porsche 911 by Singer ($2.2 million) or Alfaholics GTA-R ($500,000), but if you have the money to buy one, their exclusivity and future value are guaranteed.

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Arguably, the progenitor of this playboy craze is Californian company Singer, a dream factory for anyone wanting the world’s most exclusive – and exquisite – Porsche 911.

Singer insists it ‘restores and reimagines’ 1989-1994 Porsches at the direction of its customers, but the changes are so complete they might as well be making a new car.

Such as its latest example, the DLS Turbo.

The legendary flat-six engine is re-made and boosted with special parts, interior hard and soft surfaces re-done to high standards of craftsmanship and bodywork enhanced to look the same, but subtly, stunningly different.

Importer Zagame Automotive has helped a few Australian enthusiasts into a Singer, starting the process by sourcing a right-hand-drive donor car to ship to Los Angeles.

The buyer visits the factory to establish every fine detail of the bespoke specification and is kept informed until the car is finished.

There will be no rush; masterpieces take time.

Zagame’s Edward Butler says while a Singer is expensive – imagine 10 or 15 times the original price of the donor car – it becomes an instantly-appreciating asset.

If tastes run to British rather than German models, there’s the Eagle E-Type, based on the svelte Jaguar roadster.

Again, it’s an end-to-end re-imaging of the original – recognisable but thoroughly modern under the skin.

TV motoring personality Jeremy Clarkson has the last word on the Eagle E-Type restomod: “I think this, by a long way, is the most beautiful car I have ever seen.”

SANCTUARY COVE MARINE VILLAGE

THE SHOCK OF AN EV HOLIDAY Usually, one of the motoring enthusiast’s pleasures on a foreign holiday is renting a car you haven’t driven before. Well, think again if your plans include an EV. If anyone could master the novel complexities of renting an electric car in Europe, it should be my journalist colleague Iain Curry, who co-owns a news website devoted to the subject of EVs and travels with his French-speaking wife.

“God no. Just don’t,” said Madame Curry after a recent family holiday in France.

“The nightmares were many and often,” Iain explained.

“A sh***y, obscure Chinese electric car. Broken public chargers.

Thieving, Euros-stealing public chargers. A stuck charging cable.

Unreliable, lying phone apps. Dropping to just three km range when Chinese EV refused to charge. Losing five hours trying to charge instead of enjoying a pichet of chilled French rose at a riverside cafe.

“My job means I’ve been driving, charging and living with a variety of EVs for years,” he continues.

“I know all about range anxiety, charging infrastructure, types of charging and the importance of route planning and contingencies.

“Even with all my relevant experience, our holiday electric car experience bordered on the disastrous.

“What would it be like for an EV novice? I witnessed how easy it would be to completely run out of charge (leaving you stranded), which eats into precious holiday fun time, or could even have you missing booked events and flights.”

The Currys and their two children endured a trouble-strewn week that would have sidelined even the Griswolds.

“Of course, your holiday may be different,” said Ian. “You may find the best charging infrastructure in the world.

“But what if you bank on this and it doesn’t actually work?

“We’ll not risk renting an EV overseas again. Not until there’s better and more reliable infrastructure and a simplified way of paying for charging."

But not all was lost for the Currys.

“Our holiday moved on to a week in England.

“I rent a Vauxhall Astra with petrol engine. I almost cry with joy at paying $3 a litre for unleaded at a servo. And it takes one minute to refuel.”

Read Iain Curry’s full account at:

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ELECTRIC DREAMS Lotus switches on to a big future.

WORDS CHRIS NIXON ELECTRIFICATION could soon mean you can own the exotic Lotus you’ve always wanted.

Early next year you will be able to buy the first Lotus SUV, called the Eletre, and in 2025 a four-door sedan called Emeya.

The British make with its roots in Formula 1 has been known throughout its history – with just a couple of exceptions – as a sharply-focused sports car builder.

Plenty of people wanted a Lotus, but the lack of comfort and utility was too much to accept.

But yet again a Chinese giant riding the popularity wave of electrification has lit a fire under a legacy brand from the other side of the world.

The design flexibility of battery-electric powertrains has allowed Lotus and its Chinese owner Geely to create the all-electric Eletre and Emeya.

These models are the foundation of an extraordinarily ambitious plan by Geely to transform Lotus from a cottage-industry constructor of fewer than 600 cars in 2022 to a supercar powerhouse churning out 150,000 by 2028.

And, blimey, they will even be made in China instead of Norfolk, England.

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It’s certainly a big move into a posher part of the car market – the Eletre is being touted as a rival to the Porsche Cayenne SUV and the Emeya will target the Porsche Taycan.

Alongside these are the Emira sports coupe, recently landed here as a $185,000 successor to the small Elise/Exige/Evora line and the Evija, a 2000 (!) horsepower electric GT coupe with a $5 million price and sold-out order book.

Exciting times are ahead and the good news for local car-loving readers is that Lotus now has its own dealership in Brisbane’s supercar precinct in Newstead.

Lotus Cars Queensland, in Longland Street, is within a kilometre of showrooms representing Ferrari, Lamborghini, Maserati, Jaguar, Bentley and Rolls-Royce, Porsche, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi and Lexus.

Managed by Craig Rose, Lotus Cars Queensland has moved from a shared location with Motorline BMW at Springwood, since that business changed to a new owner.

With the manufacturer’s big plans getting into gear, Rose can look forward to his electric Lotuses adding some spark to a very exciting motoring scene.

HYUNDAI’S 280 KMH TRACK HERO TRACK days have become a thing for people who love to drive their fast cars fast, but when participants risk throwing their expensive Ferraris or Porsches into crash barriers or blowing up their engines it helps if they are wealthy (or foolish).

But Hyundai has an alternative.

I was astonished to read recently the updated Hyundai i30 N sedan due early next year has a top speed of 280 kmh. A Hyundai!

Surely that’s fast enough for all but the most daring supercar driver, however the Porsche-alternative proposition gets even better when the Hyundai lists for just a little more than $50,000 and comes with a 5-year/ unlimited kilometre warranty that uniquely covers track day use.

That doesn’t include crash damage, obviously, but as Hyundai encourages the N-model owner to test their cars’ performance it will cover mechanical failure.

How does a compact Hyundai sedan reach 280 kmh?

Well, most likely it never will in an owner’s hands but it’s the potential that counts and the more important levels of acceleration, braking and cornering will be commensurate.

Bravo to Hyundai for bringing horsepower to the people.

WELCOME TO THE WHITSUNDAYS THE ALEXANDER MARINE family joined forces over the October long weekend for their annual ‘Whitsundays Get Together’ event.

Held at the stunning Cid Harbour, this year's Hamptons theme transformed the boats into elegant havens of blue and white and set the perfect tone for a day of luxury and relaxation.

With over 100 people in attendance, the charter superyachts that played host to this year's gathering were the 2004 Moonen 84 'Aurora', the 2020 Ocean Alexander 88 ‘Escapado’ and the 2013 Custom 92' Expedition Motor Yacht ‘Segara’.

Each vessel had previously been sold

by Alexander Marine and offered a unique experience, ensuring there was something for everyone.

‘Escapado’ became the hub of entertainment for the evening, as the talented band ‘Left of Centre’ illuminated the makeshift stage.

The dance floor was set on the boat deck of ‘Segara’, creating a lively atmosphere that had everyone on their feet.

Meanwhile, ‘Aurora’ offered a serene and relaxed atmosphere, serving as the ultimate chill-out zone for those who wanted to take a break from the dance floor or simply bask in the scenic beauty of Cid Harbour.

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PROPERTY PORTFOLIO

CAPITAL GROWTH The forces behind another potential boom.

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WORDS NICK NICOLS THE FUNDAMENTAL FORCES of supply and demand are hard to ignore as the property market continues to defy gravity, with the latest forecasts from KPMG hinting that another boom could be on the way.

KPMG, one of the ‘big four’ accounting firms, is expecting capital city house prices to hit record highs over the next 18 months, building on heady gains that already have pushed median prices to new peaks for some capitals in the September quarter.

KPMG forecasts a jump of 4.9 per cent for houses in the nine months to the end of June 2024 – followed by a 9.4 per cent surge over the following year to June 2025.

Apartment prices are expected to go along for the ride with an average increase of 3.1 per cent by next June, followed by a 6 per cent lift the year after.

Dr Brendan Rynne, the KPMG chief economist, says supply and demand remain the most powerful forces at play in the current market even though interest rates are at their highest level in more than a decade.

“Despite high interest rates, constrained supply will likely dominate the factors influencing property prices in the short term and result in continued price gains in most markets during FY24,” says Dr Rynne.

“House and unit prices will then accelerate further in the next financial year as dwelling supply continues to be limited, due to scarcity of available land, falling levels of approvals and slower or more costly construction activity.”

The KPMG economist is basing the price-growth forecasts on several demand factors including high migration levels and the surge in rents pushing more people into the homebuyer market.

Interestingly, Dr Rynne is one of many economists forecasting a drop in interest rates in the relative near term.

While most economists have walked back expectations that this will occur in 2024, Dr Rynne says it may be a possibility in 2025 which he says will throw more fuel on the fire, driving house prices higher.

“There are some factors pushing the other way, the main one being mortgage stress,” he says.

“First-time buyers now need to use around half their earnings on mortgage payments – a significant rise from a third just three years ago.

“But on balance the factors pushing prices up will more than counter those restraining them.

“Market dynamics vary across different cities so there will be considerable regional variations,” he concludes.

The KPMG forecast comes on the heels of the PropTrack Home Price Index showing a surge in median home prices in the September quarter to record highs in Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth.

The median price in Brisbane hit $762,000 in the September quarter, with the rebound from a pullback in 2022 coming faster than expected.

Sydney was just shy of its record of $1.057 million after 10 successive months of growth, while Melbourne still had some way to go to hit new highs.

For those already in the property market, the latest property price gains are reflected in the Australian Bureau of Statistics’ most recent data showing household wealth rising for a third straight quarter, up 2.6 per cent or $379 billion in the June quarter of 2023.

Rising prices of residential land and dwellings drove the increase in household wealth, contributing 2.1 percentage points to the overall quarterly growth.

Of course, an improved household balance sheet doesn’t help household budgets, which the ABS concedes remained under strain in the June quarter.

They are unlikely to have improved in the latter half of the year, but price gains have at least kept the number of distressed sales at bay with SQM Research showing distressed property listings rose just 1.3 per cent in September.

This compares with a 14.3 per cent surge in capital city listings in the spring selling season which positioned September as the strongest month for new listings since April 2022, and the best September since 2018.

Asking prices for properties were also up, with SQM Research revealing an 8.1 per cent increase for the combined capital cities for September compared to a year earlier.

Brisbane sellers were even more ambitious, seeking an average of 9.8 per cent more than a year earlier.

SQM Research managing director Louis Christopher says the lift in listings nationally is a sign of confidence by vendors that the current market offers good selling conditions.

“Buyers would also be noticing the increase in choice of stock,” he says.

“However, a note of caution as we also did record a rise in older stock which suggests there are vendors with overly lofty pricing expectations in the market.

“And while activity has increased in 2023, it is not a boom market by any means.”

But if KPMG’s forecasts for the next 18 months are any guide, 2025 might be the year to watch.

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PROPERTY PORTFOLIO

WELCOME TO CAPRI

Luxury inner city Gold Coast living arrives with the award-winning Capri Villas.

HIGH-END INNER-CITY LIVING is now available in Isle of Capri with the arrival of Capri Villas – the first large scale residential project to be developed in the suburb in over 30 years.

Set to bring a new level of luxury to this tightly held precinct, the $100 million master planned residential community is located on a rare 1.2-hectare site, featuring strategic dual street frontages onto Salerno and Elliot Street.

Developed by Monaco Property Group (MPG), Capri represents the largest (in one line) residential land holding in the popular Isle of Capri and offers a total of 48 luxury villas accompanied by world-class resort-style amenities set within an exclusive gated community.

The quality of the build is second-to-none, featuring full concrete construction with concrete external walls and suspended slabs between each floor.

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Over 50 per cent of the development has been sold just four months after hitting the market, with construction due to start in late 2023.

NPA Projects Director Andrew Erwin has been appointed to market the project and says Capri offers a rare opportunity for people looking for a coveted lifestyle opportunity, with the architecturally designed villas now selling from $2.19 million.

“Capri represents the first residential opportunity of its kind to be offered in the popular Isle of Capri precinct in three decades and with such a diverse set of offerings to suit a multitude of buyers it is expected the project will sell fast,” he says.

“The early indications we have received shows a high level of interest from buyers seeking to stay local and downsize while others are wanting to upgrade their suburb position and residence to a new dwelling while enjoying the benefits of living in a central location within walking distance

to all that the celebrated Isle of Capri precinct has to offer.

“With a selection of two and three-level luxury villas with three and four-bedroom options on offer including multi-purpose rooms and secure double garages the Gold Coast hasn’t seen a luxury inner city residential opportunity like this in a very long time.”

Designed by award-winning firm Plus Architecture, the high-end residential project has been carefully curated with each of the 48 villas emanating their own unique personality signposted by interior spaces that are warm, welcoming, and beautiful, with a focus on functionality.

Plus Architecture Director Danny Juric was involved extensively with the interior design of the project and says Capri’s exciting offering is unlike any other with stunning design elements and a dose of personality.

“The story of Capri unfolds as you wander throughout the development with each of the luxury villas designed to be different with a distinct personality reflected in each home allowing buyers the unique opportunity to choose what aesthetic personally resonates with them,” says Danny.

“The layout of Capri radiates from the heart of the development – a central opulent recreational space that provides an element of escapism for residents thanks to an elaborate collection of next level communal facilities that anchor the development perfectly.”

While Plus Architecture designed the interiors of the luxury villas to speak harmoniously with the exterior architecture, the highly revered landscape architecture firm LDG was responsible for designing the development’s exclusive residents-only garden retreat.

It features amazing amenities including a resort-style pool with submerged lounge chairs, an outdoor dining terrace, a lawn terrace, a covered barbeque area and a residents lounge.

Designed to create a tranquil leafy environment to unwind and relax in, the space features tropical palms, canopy shade trees, and lush, tropical-inspired plants surrounding shaded cabanas.

Residents of Capri will also have exclusive access to an indoor residents lounge area complete with a built-in bar, sophisticated dining area, fully-equipped kitchen, electric fireplace, and a large screen television.

The onsite sales display is open from 10am – 2pm, seven days a week.

CAPRI VILLAS TAKE OUT COVETED DESIGN AWARDS Gold Coast-based Monaco Property Group’s Capri Villas has taken out top honours at the 6th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Australia), winning Best Housing Development (Australia) and the Best Townhouse Development (Queensland).

Celebrating the best of the best in the Asia Pacific real estate sector in the past year, the Awards recognise Australia’s finest developers and projects across 42 categories.

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PROPERTY PORTFOLIO

COASTAL REFINEMENT Discover the pinnacle of waterfront living in the prestigious Ocean Suites, Runaway Bay.

OCEAN SUITES on Jennifer invites you to indulge in a life where luxury, convenience and charm converge, right on the water's edge.

Nestled on the waterfront of Runaway Bay, the luxury collection of just seven coastal sanctuaries will redefine your concept of sophisticated living.

Delivering the epitome of elegance, this exceptional project sees Stuart Osman's visionary architectural brilliance paired with Alroe Constructions, an esteemed builder renowned for its commitment to quality.

At Ocean Suites on Jennifer at Runaway Bay, Sand Side Developments and Alroe Constructions are committed to crafting an unparalleled living experience.

The same developer and builder boast a proven track record, having recently completed Marina Palms at Paradise Point.

Marina Palms is a testament to the team’s unwavering dedication to quality and innovation, and Ocean Suites is set to continue this tradition of excellence.

With construction expected to commence later this year, this collaboration promises a living experience that transcends expectations.

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COASTAL ELEGANCE: Featuring two living areas alongside dual entertaining spaces, each four-bedroom residence is meticulously designed to embrace refreshing waterfront breezes Immerse yourself in the coastal elegance of an expansive 10.5sqm terrace that overlooks tranquil waters, offering a serene verandah for relaxation.

The private backyard oasis boasts a plunge pool, fire pit, and a private pontoon.

GOURMET LIVING: The heart of the home unfolds with a stunning natural stone island, complemented by a three-storey architectural void that bathes the space in natural light.

European appliances, seamless integration of cabinetry, and a Vintec wine fridge create a gourmet haven.

PANORAMIC VIEWS: Indulge in the allure of a private rooftop terrace, offering scenic vistas that capture the city's glistening lights at night.

Whether for quiet contemplation or entertaining, this terrace becomes an extension of your luxury living.

MULTI-GENERATIONAL COMFORT: The ground floor layout is designed to accommodate multi-generational living or visiting guests, offering a bedroom, ensuite, rumpus room, and alfresco dining with easy access to the pool area.

LUXURY FINISHES: Indulge in the epitome of opulence with meticulously curated luxury finishes, including the richness of engineered

timber floors and the timeless elegance of natural stone, harmoniously complemented by glass, timber, and brushed brass accents.

Elevating luxury to new heights, an Italian-designed internal lift provides seamless access to all four levels of refined living, epitomising convenience and sophistication.

BRE ATHTAKING LOCATION: Nes tled within the vibrant Gold Coast community of Runaway Bay, Ocean Suites offers unparalleled access to the serene waters of the Broadwater.

Enjoy the convenience of having your own boat or jet ski on your private pontoon with bridge-free ocean access within minutes.

Stroll to the nearby parklands; head to Wavebreak Island for the day; or enjoy a leisurely lunch at Southport Yacht Club.

Ocean Suites also offer unparalleled convenience for both north and southbound adventures.

With the sparkling Broadwater at your doorstep and a beautiful beach just a stone's throw away, you can enjoy a lifestyle like no other.

Easy access to the waterfront means endless opportunities for relaxation, water sports, and soaking up the sun.

Within a 10 to 15-minute drive, you'll find Southport, Marina Mirage, and the charming Tedder Ave, Main Beach, where you can indulge in decadent waterfront dining or explore the nearby boutique shops and café culture.

Ready to make Ocean Suites your new home?

With waterfront villas at Ocean Suites starting from $2.995m, now is the ideal time to discover the countless possibilities and unbeatable convenience that await you at this luxurious waterfront address.

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As we head towards the holiday season, Ivy Realty wishes all our valued clients happiness and joy at this special time. We thank you, too, for the unwavering trust you’ve placed in us in 2023. In a year of market uncertainty, this has carried our team to success.

Together we have transacted $151,704,500.00 worth of property sales, setting records and helping clients secure their real estate dreams along the way.

And while we’re incredibly proud of our sales achievements, what matters most are the relationships we’ve fostered along the way. Thank you for inviting us into your home and allowing us to deliver you the service and support you deserve.

From all the team at Ivy Realty, we wish you a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year. May 2024 be filled with hope, happiness and new opportunities to thrive.

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51 Knightsbridge Parade East SOVEREIGN ISLANDS

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126 Amalfi Drive

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2040 The Circle

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HOPE ISLAND

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2610 Virginia Drive HOPE ISLAND

Isaac Kim

Ivy Wu 吳

0433 268 046

0433 103 586

SOLD $3,600,000

17 The Sovereign Mile Sovereign Islands

Isaac Kim

0433 268 046

Ivy Wu 吳

0433 103 586

SOLD $4,680,000

1663 Riverdale Drive Hope Island

Isaac Kim

0433 268 046

Ivy Wu 吳

0433 103 586

PROPERTY PORTFOLIO

TIMELESS LUXURY Waterfront masterpiece in the heart of one of the Gold Coast's most prestigious enclaves.

EPITOMISING TIMELESS ELEGANCE, this true north waterfront residence will impress with its sprawling opulence and classic charm.

Tucked away at the end of a tranquil canal cul-de-sac with views that stretch gracefully down the waterways, it's renovated to perfection and illuminated in soft, natural light.

High-quality finishes bask in the beautifully sun-soaked interiors, including stunning Calcutta marble floors and a grand marble and wrought iron staircase.

Two Victorian-style Italian chandeliers steal the spotlight in the foyer and formal lounge, where captivating water views await beyond the full-height picture window.

Entertain with ease with a gourmet kitchen, featuring marble benches, a Zip tap, and brand-new Bosch appliances.

Take your pick whether to enjoy your feast in the formal dining room, sunny informal meals area or alfresco terrace.

Overlooking lush gardens, calm waters and the tiled pool and spa, this outdoor space is a charming place to host guests.

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Boasting four bedrooms with deluxe marble ensuites, this home offers spacious and sun-lit retreats for everyone.

Other standout features include an executive office with gleaming Sydney Blue Gum timber floors and a powder room with stone vanity.

Fully irrigated gardens with citrus trees and a vegetable/herb patch will appeal to those with a green thumb, while boaties will make great use of the 8m pontoon.

Positioned within a prestigious enclave on an 863m2 block with 16m waterfrontage, the home is located just a short drive to Paradise Point cafes, shops, beaches and parklands, as well as being only 15 minutes from championship Sanctuary Cove golf courses.

You will also enjoy peace of mind with 24/7 security patrols.

This is your opportunity to experience the refined luxury of a masterpiece home, where all the hard work has been done for you.

For more information contact Ivy Realty.

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24 THE PENINSULA, SOVEREIGN ISLANDS PROPERTY SPECIFICATIONS INCLUDE: • Timeless true north waterfront masterpiece, illuminated throughout in brilliant natural light.

• Nestled at the end of a canal cul-de-sac, with enticing views down the waterways.

• High-quality finishes, including Calcutta marble floors, marble and wrought iron staircase, custom solid oak front door and two showstopping Victorian-style Italian chandeliers.

• Designer kitchen with marble benches, Zip tap, brand new Bosch appliances.

• Formal dining room plus a sun-soaked casual meals area.

• Formal lounge beneath a dramatic double height ceiling, with full height picture window framing water views.

• Two informal light and bright living areas – one on ground floor and one on upper mezzanine.

• Spacious, sun-lit and sophisticated master suite with private waterview balcony, deluxe marble ensuite.

• Three additional bedrooms with robes and elegant marble ensuites (one with two-way access).

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Isaac Kim

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0433 268 046

Epitomising timeless elegance, this true north waterfront residence will impress with its sprawling opulence and classic charm. Tucked away at the end of a tranquil canal cul-de-sac with views that stretch gracefully down the waterways, it’s renovated to perfection and illuminated in soft, natural light. High-quality finishes bask in the beautifully sun-soaked interiors, including Calcutta marble floors, a grand marble and wrought iron staircase, and two Victorian-style Italian chandeliers that steal the spotlight in the foyer and formal lounge. One of multiple areas to relax, captivating water views await beyond the full-height picture window.

PROPERTY PORTFOLIO

GRAND ESTATE Spanning two levels, this Sovereign Islands home is a statement of timeless elegance.

GRAND IN SIZE AND APPEARANCE, this point position waterfront estate epitomises European opulence.

Sprawled across a 2,400sqm north-facing block and encased by a staggering 89m waterfrontage, the home boasts two stunning levels of super-sized living.

Expansive Broadwater vistas follow you throughout the residence, creating an idyllic backdrop.

Galleries of double-height glass frame breath-taking water views and invite abundant natural light into the vast kitchen, living and dining zone, while the soaring ceiling height enhances its unforgettable allure.

Two equally sophisticated lounge rooms flank either side of this central hub, including a formal lounge with wainscot wall panelling and a cosy fireplace.

Luxury and comfort converge seamlessly in the supersized master suite, where panoramic water vistas unite with a sitting area, dressing room, and a spa ensuite.

The remaining three bedrooms are also king-sized and appointed with walk-in robes and spa ensuites.

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Outdoors, the perfect vantage point to soak in the wide waterways awaits on the expansive terrace.

Wrapping around the rear of the home, it's also an enviable place to entertain.

The fully tiled pool and spa are also poised to take full advantage of the Broadwater panoramas, while the meticulously manicured grounds add to the home's stately ambience.

Additionally, passionate boaties will be in awe, with triple pontoons ready to accommodate multiple large vessels.

Privately positioned in sought-after Sovereign Islands, the home is part of an esteemed gated community that provides 24/7 security.

The boutiques, restaurants and beaches of Paradise Point beckon just a few minutes drive away, with exclusive schools and championship golf courses also close by.

For more information contact Ivy Realty.

Ivy Wu 0433 103 586 Isaac Kim 0433 268 046

28 EXCALIBUR COURT, SOVEREIGN ISLANDS PROPERTY SPECIFICATIONS INCLUDE: • Full concrete construction with lift to each level.

• Vast gourmet kitchen, living and dining zone, with fireplace, projector, double-height ceiling and floor-to-ceiling glass framing breath-taking water views.

• Two additional sophisticated lounge areas.

• Supersized master suite includes sweeping water vistas, sitting area, dressing room and spa ensuite.

• E xpansive alfresco terrace overlooking wide waterways.

• Fully tiled pool, spa and meticulously manicured grounds.

• Circular driveway with porte-cochere and dual access points.

• Triple pontoons to moor multiple vessels.

• Privately positioned in sought-after and gated Sovereign Islands.

• Peace of mind, with 24/7 security patrols in the estate.

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Grand in size and appearance, this point position waterfront estate epitomises European opulence. Sprawled across a 2,400sqm north-facing block and encased by a staggering 89m water frontage, these expansive Broadwater vistas follow you throughout the residence, creating an idyllic backdrop to live by.

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The design of the collection impresses with its boldness in construction and high-quality materials. The Emoti Swing Chair has been designed for the outdoors but equally shows to advantage in indoor environments.

Available in a range of colours, the thick upholstery and cushions make Emoti a very comfortable piece of furniture, allowing you to freely relax in the open air. Discover more at Design Initial, Gold Coast and Brisbane.

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Handcrafted comfort Australian luxury rug brand, Art Hide, has collaborated with prolific New York interior designer Sasha Bikoff to create a new collection of rugs that combine Bikoff's maximalist, colourful aesthetic with Art Hide's signature craftsmanship. Each rug is handcrafted using premium, sustainably sourced cowhide, with the collection featuring six unique designs that draw inspiration from nature, music and a bohemian lifestyle.

Create your own relaxed style with the beautifully artisan handcrafted Theo & Joe Plantation Lounge Chair.

Ideal for an outdoor sitting area, this piece can be combined with the matching Plantation Ottoman and one of Theo & Joe’s extensive range of cushions for added comfort. Available also in Natural and White Wash colours. RRP $1,099. Available in the Theo & Joe Outlet store at Sanctuary Cove for $849

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Classically Christmas

Crafted from fine bone china and hand decorated in an iconic Wild Strawberry pattern, Wedgewood's celebratory baubles make the perfect gift or wonderful Christmas treat. RRP $199 (set of 2)

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SUMMER OF GOLF Stars gear up for the Fortinet Australian PGA Championship in Brisbane.

THE FORTINET Australian PGA Championship is one of the major highlights of this year’s summer of golf and will see the DP World Tour season commence in Brisbane at the Royal Queensland Golf Club.

A stellar field of Australian and International players will compete for the Joe Kirkwood Cup and $2 million in prizemoney, the richest prize on the ISPS Handa PGA Tour of Australasia.

Australia’s top-ranked golfer, Cam Smith, will return home for the country’s two majors – the Fortinet Australian PGA Championship and the ISPS HANDA Australian Open.

The world No.11 will defend the PGA title that he won in front of a raucous home crowd last year when the championship returns to Royal Queensland on 23-26 November.

He will then try to win his national open for the first time when The Australian and The Lakes golf clubs in Sydney host the ISPS HANDA Australian Open on 30 November - 3 December.

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A great supporter of Australian golf and the PGA Tour of Australasia, the 30-year-old is sure to bring big crowds to both tournaments in his homeland.

“Cam will be trying to join an elite group of golfers by winning the Kirkwood Cup for a fourth time this November and I’m sure he’ll be ready to put on a great show once again at Royal Queensland,” said PGA of Australia CEO Gavin Kirkman.

“Cam continues to support his home tour each year and the fans just want to see him live and in action showcasing his game while inspiring our next generation of players, girls and boys, to reach their peak.

“With Cam locked in for both fields, the Australian PGA and Australian Open will be must-see events.”

Brisbane Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner said Cam Smith’s return home to Brisbane was a win for the city.

“We are thrilled to welcome back Brisbane sporting royalty and keys to the city recipient Cam

Smith to tee off an exciting summer of golf in front of a home crowd,” Cr Schrinner said.

“The Australian PGA Championship is a major driver for visitation, attracting more than 62,000 fans last year to watch Cam’s electrifying win.

“The tournament is a highlight of our jam-packed major events calendar and is set to deliver millions in economic support to local Brisbane businesses, with hotels, tourism experiences and restaurants experiencing the economic upswing.

“We hope visitors will take advantage of their time off the course to explore Brisbane’s unique offerings and beautiful natural surrounds.”

Joining the defending champion at Royal Queensland Golf Club will be a host of elite golfers including popular local Adam Scott, emerging superstar Min Woo Lee and rising talent Cam Davis.

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Eleanor Bridges, Emma McCallum & Dominique Nurtsch

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SPRING FLING 8 September – Rosé Pavilion, Pacific Fair

Local fashionistas and VIP guests gathered to celebrate the arrival of Spring Summer Fashion at Pacific Fair. Those in attendance were also treated to an exclusive look at the Whispering Angel Rosé Pavilion, a stunning pop-up venue located in The Resort precinct.

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Andrew & Candice Reilbelt

Brendan Smith, Dahni Wissemann & Brendon Mann

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Jacqueline Nagle & Martin Brooker

Joanne & Ingo Rahn

Julie Booth, Jo Parr & Jos Mitchinton

Kate Goldsworthy & Kassandra Behrendt

Lisa & Campbell Newman

Peter & Marianne Pink

Ramandeep & Harvinder Khalsa

Tania Kernaghan & Sonia Stradiotto

UNSUNG HEROES GALA 14 October – Fortitude Music Hall

South-east Queensland's charitable set came together at Fortitude Music Hall to support unpaid family carers at The Carers Foundation Australia Unsung Heroes Gala. Thanks to the extraordinary efforts of these superstars, the fundraising total has now exceeded $380,000, bringing The Carers Foundation Australia one step closer to achieving its fundraising goal of creating a purpose-built facility to accommodate, educate, and rejuvenate carers.

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Felicity, Dan & Helen McVay

Francine & Anthony John

Judy Pilbeam, Margot McKinney OAM & Rod Pilbeam

Kathleen & Cameron Kedwell

Patrick Goldsworthy & Andrew McKinney Welch

Lorraine Martin AO & James MacMillan

Brisbane Lord Mayor, Adrian Schrinner, Margot McKinney OAM & Lady Mayoress Nina Schrinner

Bec McDonald, Scott McDonald & Sally Smith

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DINING FOR DEMENTIA 19 October – Rivershed, Howard Smith Wharves

The Dining for Dementia Brisbane Gala saw guests gather for an evening of glamour featuring delicious food, unique auction items, stunning raffle prizes and exclusive entertainment. Organisers, Andrew McKinney Welch and Patrick Goldsworthy, have experienced first-hand the devastating effects of this disease and have come together to raise awareness for early detection, treatment, and ultimately, a cure of dementia. Funds raised at the heart-warming event will be directed towards critical work at QBI’s Clem Jones Centre for Ageing Dementia Research.

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A.J George & Brooke Stoddart

Amanda Sams, Marisa Laister & Kara Roberts

Eleanor & Gavin Harper

Danielle Trask & Michelle Andrews

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Gail Heather, Pam Wardle, Jan Gibson & Brenda Ramsay

Jenan Thorne & Cheryl Koppman

Kelli Anderson & Kia Anderson

Laraine Sandral, Rosemary Woods & Fay Hely

Lena Feldblyum & Victoria Mezhvinskjy

Richard & Christine Spurdle

Sue Balkin & Lauren Ball

COVE FASHION SHOW 20 October – InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort

Held within the enchanting confines at the InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort, Sanctuary Cove's Fashion Show once again proved a winning formula, attracting the Coast’s most stylish and sophisticated social set for an afternoon of fun and fashion. Orchestrated by the premier retailers of Sanctuary Cove Marine Village, the glamourous event featured spring's latest couture looks, showcased against the stunning backdrop of the newly refurbished Lagoon Beach Pool.

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NOVEMBER ENTERTAINMENT

13 NOVEMBER Australian Chamber Orchestra Chopin & The Mendelssohns Join pianist Polina Leschenko’s, alongside Richard Tognetti and the Australian Chamber Orchestra, for an evening of brilliant musicmaking, deep emotions and profound connections. This exceptional program at the QPAC Concert Hall features beauty, drama and two Romantic concertos.

15 NOVEMBER – 3 DECEMBER Wynnum Fringe

18 NOVEMBER Stanthorpe Berry Frestival

Set to take over Brisbane’s Bayside, Wynnum Fringe is where legendary performers are joined by huge puppets; where burlesque dancers and late-night shows entertain the adults; where comedy, drama, cabaret and circus share the spotlight; and famed children’s characters bring the joy for families.

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You are cordially invited to The Langham, Gold Coast for a spectacular night of nights. Get ready to dance the night away in your best red attire and celebrate the tremendous work achieved by the Daniel Morcombe Foundation.

Guests will be treated to a 3-course meal and drinks package, live entertainment, a live auction, silent auctions and raffles with incredible prizes.

The Allstars Sports Lunch in the Event Centre at Aquis Park will be a huge day of beers, betting and banter. The jam-packed program will feature delicious food and drink, live racing, plenty of sports stars and a number of special guests. Secure your ticket now for a fun day full of action.

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ACROSS 1 Moving in multitudes, like disturbed bees (6) 5 Isolate (8) 9 Adviser (10) 10 Friend (4) 11 Mental disorder (8) 12 Lacking definite plan (6) 13 Radio broadcasting facility (6) 15 Speculative (8) 17 Place protected by natural features (8) 19 Ejected (6) 21 Demanding (6) 23 Answer (8) 25 Bound pages (4) 26 In the normal letter order (10) 27 Bugs (8) 28 Observation (6) DOWN 2 Outlet (5) 3 Guaranteed (7) 4 Marker of significance or distance (9) 5 American flag (5,3,7) 6 Coach (5) 7 Allspice (7) 8 Logical explanation (9) 14 Fungus with an umbrellalike cap (9) 16 Formed (4,5) 18 Coppice (7) 20 Declared (5,2) 22 Grind (5) 24 Star in Virgo (5)

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SCORPIO The new moon on November 13th will kickstart a fresh phase in your personal life – and at work if your birthday is after the 13th. Romance will sizzle mid-November and then through until the end of the year. You may even be surprised by developments mid-December which will also be a time to avoid overspending and overindulging as you’re likely to regret it.

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by Patsy Bennett | For readings, see www.patsybennett.com CANCER Jupiter at the zenith of your chart will encourage you to expand your horizons. For some, this will be in the shape of travel; for others education and improved relationships. November brings a fresh chapter in your home life or family, especially if you have been hoping to make changes with a property. The key to success lies in good collaborative skills and compromise.

SAGITTARIUS You’ll enjoy improved relationships and communications. The new moon on November 13th will revitalise your schedule, but may also bring out emotions, so go easy mid-month. The full moon on November 27th will kick start a fresh chapter in your personal life if you were born on or before the 27th and in your work, health or daily schedule if you were born later. Be optimistic.

ARIES You’ll appreciate the chance to begin a fresh chapter within a shared area of your life such as joint finances and duties. Key changes arise between November 7th and the 17th; and a therapeutic break towards the 21st will be enjoyable. Work out how best to make your finances and shared duties and space work better for you as a fresh chapter begins both at work and at home.

LEO There is an expansive quality to the season. A sense of adventure will draw you to be more gregarious and sociable, although you will appreciate the opportunity to deepen your relationships with those who matter the most to you. November could bring wonderful developments at work too.

Romance can blossom, especially in the first half of November and mid-December.

CAPRICORN Venus at the zenith of your chart will spotlight your priorities up until the festive season. The focus then turns to your personal life and you will enjoy reunions after December 22nd. You may feel nostalgic or will be drawn to return to an old haunt. The full moon on December 27th will help you to turn a corner in a key business or personal relationship.

TAURUS The Scorpio new moon on November 13th will kickstart a fresh phase within a significant business or personal partnership. Mid to late November may be particularly romantic. If you were born after mid-May, you will rather be drawn to revitalise your daily routine including your work schedule. In December an adventurous outlook will brighten your mood, moving into the new year.

VIRGO Romance could take off in November and December; just remember to keep your feet on the ground. At the same time, some people may behave more aggressively so maintain perspective, especially at work. You will be called upon to help others, so must allocate time to enjoy some lovely get-togethers too. You will find ways to boost your finances; expert advice will be helpful.

AQUARIUS Venus will encourage you to invest in your favourite activities in November, and to revitalise your career and direction in life in December. You may even be surprised by developments mid-November that encourage you to overhaul your daily routine and your work life. You may experience a financial boost. Jupiter will encourage you to travel, especially to favourite places.

GEMINI This is a good time to focus on your health and wellbeing, as your efforts are likely to succeed.

You may consider a holiday or investing in a favourite pastime. Aim to lock something in before December 13th for best results. Meanwhile, November is a good month to enjoy domestic and/ or family life. Romance could flourish especially towards November 17th and early December.

LIBRA You’ll appreciate the opportunity to indulge more in romance, the arts and music throughout November and the festive season. However, you may be drawn to overspend and overindulge, so if you’re already in debt, keep an eye on spending.

You’ll gain a deeper understanding about where your home or family life is heading, which will provide clarity about key decisions in 2024.

PISCES Romance could blossom in November - on the 7th in particular. A trip may be particularly appealing mid-month so be sure to plan pleasant reunions and events. Be proactive about investing more in your favourite pasttimes such as the arts and spiritual development, as your efforts are likely to succeed and may even be therapeutic, especially in December.

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