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VIRGINIA TRIOLI \ WONDERS IF THE GRASS REALLY IS GREENER “Beautiful people, you know the garden’s full of furniture, the house is full of plants.” – Australian Crawl

Yes, there are always lots of amazing moments at a garden show and much useful inspiration too but, after so many years of attending the big one in this town, I can officially say – enough. I’m immune to its charms. Enough of the pressure, the impossible dreams, the succulents and the water pumps, the paving and the gravel, the micro herbs and the clipped hedges. It’s all too much – it’s too much pressure, and my fragile sense of self as a crappy suburban gardener can’t take it.

t’s Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show time again. When impossibly perfect garden designs are presented in little bento-box-sized pavilions, where the grass has been clipped with manicure scissors and water features splash in endless happy cycles. The garden show. Every gardener’s delight and torment – the chimera of elegant, sustainable, stylish design seemingly just in reach. But we all know that’s not true. The evolution of the suburban garden is worthy of its own television series. From couch grass and agapanthus to rockeries and palms, cottage gardens and creepers, to the dry-planted and stone-path wonders of today, our gardens trace an aesthetic and ideological journey matched only by that of our national public debates – especially all the stuff about water. TV has also turned the idea of the makeover into a kind of domestic religious rebirth, and our backyards now must reflect the casting-out of the horticultural sin that is an old-fashioned or badly presented garden.

garden has taken all of my effort this summer. The idea of also having to manage prissy borders and nervous annuals does my head in. A water feature? It would be green and gangrenous before the week was out. My tomatoes (and the dog who kept pinching them off the vine and eating them) were work enough. I do dream of the perfect garden, however, and the extreme sense of order, grace and peace that comes with the well-designed and managed plot. But it’s just too

“i watch the weeds come up & feel overwhelmed at the hours required to get rid of them all” At this point I would like to confess that one of my greatest achievements in the garden this summer was the purchase of a couple of metres of fake grass to lay on the blasted earth at the back door. I bought the really expensive stuff – it was $70 a metre. And here it is under my feet, as green as the day I bought it. Job well done. Tending the summer vegetables and herbs in the three boxes that we were so thrilled to have dropped on the

much work for me – does that make me lazy? I watch the weeds come up and feel overwhelmed at the number of hours required to get rid of them all, so instead I snip some chives and leave them to it. Maybe I will go to the show this year, just for a little while. It would be nice to see and contemplate the handiwork of someone who has their gardening act together. \

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Kim Cornish received some very special tickets recently. But it was not so much the tickets as how they were delivered that took him by surprise. The Blackburn North resident was visited in his home by Prime Minister Tony Abbott to announce he was the first ballot recipient for this year’s Anzac Day commemorations. Mr Cornish said the Australian Federal Police had come to secure his home before Mr Abbott and member for Deakin Michael Sukkar sat down for tea and biscuits. In 1915, his father, Albert, left his job as a stockhand to volunteer for the Australian Imperial Forces. After training in Egypt, he joined the 10th Light Horse at Gallipoli, where he suffered a gunshot wound to the head. Albert had told the soldier next to him to put out a cigarette but, before he could butt it out, a bullet struck Albert’s jaw, Mr Cornish said. Miraculously, Albert survived and fully recovered after returning to Australia in 1916. Mr Cornish will head to Gallipoli with his son Dominic and brother Christopher. \ LUKE HENRIQUES-GOMES » www.gallipoli2015.dva.gov.au

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would look at ways to improve bicycle connectivity, but he stopped short of committing to bike lanes on arterial roads. “Elgar Road and Burwood Highway are not bicycle-priority routes and, as such, are currently not considered for bicycle facilities,” Mr McGann said. “A proposal to provide bike connectivity to the university from the north and south, including improvement to the existing Gardiners Creek Trail near the campus, will be prioritised for investigation and considered in a future program, along with other statewide priorities.” Grandview Road/Monash Street, which is maintained by Whitehorse Council, provided bike access parallel to Elgar Road, he said. Deakin University Student Association president Stuart Lasker said the union wanted authorities to focus on improving existing shared bike paths. “There is plenty to be done in this space before we look at encouraging cyclists to mix with arterial traffic on these busy roads,” he said. Whitehorse Council’s city development general manager Jeff Green said the council would discuss the city’s future cycling needs with VicRoads. He said the two parties had formed a working group. \ LHG

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It’s easy to forget how much Box Hill has changed. Now a bustling shopping and business precinct, it has come a long way since it was named one of Melbourne’s five district centres in the 1950s. The suburb’s changing face is documented on “I grew up in Box Hill”, a Facebook page similar to the Melbourne social media phenomenon “Lost Melbourne”. While the latter made headlines for its sheer popularity last year (it has 55,000 followers), the Box Hill page has quietly amassed more than 1600 likes since it was created nearly 12 month ago. The page shares historical photos of Box Hill, from snaps of workers constructing the suburb’s underground railway station, to thought-provoking shots of Whitehorse Road without skyscrapers. Remarkably, the page’s co-editors Grant Mahoney and Gill Madden have never met. “Grant started the page to let people see

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and remember how Box Hill used to be,” Ms Madden said. “He liked the photos I was posting so I asked if he needed any help. I became an editor for the page from then.” Fans contribute pictures to the page, too, with many posting old class photos from their primary school days. “The page has put people in touch with long-lost friends,” Ms Madden said. “I think it’s an opportunity to revisit the life you had, before the one that you have now.” For Ms Madden, that meant growing

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up in a new estate, and “being allowed to wander off for hours at a time”, and hanging out at places such as the “Squashbowl” and “Box Hill Bowl”. Ms Madden has moved away from where she grew up but noted the area’s rapid growth. “Every suburb moves forward with the times and Box Hill is no exception. “Putting the railway station underground was a positive move. There are trams back in Box Hill as well.” Some of these changes are positive, but not all, Ms Madden said.

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“On a personal level, I’m disappointed that there are some streets that are totally different,” she says, naming Bruce Street as an example. “There are two houses left in the street, the rest having been demolished and replaced with multi-level housing and offices. I would prefer that more energy and resources were directed at the preservation of Box Hill’s more iconic buildings and landmarks.” \ LUKE HENRIQUES-GOMES » www.facebook.com/boxhillvic

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deakin candidate named can,” he said. “We need to understand what people are looking for and work out how to Federal Labor has put its faith in former address those needs.” Vision Australia manager Tony Clark to The Liberals retained their eastern suburbs wrest back the marginal seat of Deakin in stronghold at last year’s poll, despite the wider Melbourne’s east. statewide swing, and have used that result to Mr Clark, who is legally blind, was suggest there is overwhelming support for the preselected by the ALP last week, winning the east-west link project in the area. right to take on Liberal MP Michael Sukkar at Mr Sukkar has been vocal about the issue, the next election. recently lobbying the Andrews government to Mr Sukkar holds the seat by 3.2 per reinstate the project. cent after Labor lost it in 2013. Its But Mr Clark said he believed area includes Ringwood, Mitcham, residents would not have welcomed “they want Nunawading and Blackburn. the project’s corresponding tolls. a solution To win preselection, Mr Clark “It’s not so much that they want defeated former local member Mike the east-west link, they just want a to traffic Symon, and Pauline Richards, who solution to traffic issues,” he said. issues” ran as Labor’s candidate in Forest Hill Mr Clark ran unsuccessfully at last year’s state poll. for the seat of Ringwood at the state It is understood Mr Symon held a small election, losing to Liberal Dee Ryall despite a lead after local branch votes were counted, 1 per cent swing to Labor. but Mr Clark earned significant support from He has also previously contested the the party central’s selection committee to blue-ribbon Liberal seat of Higgins. claim victory. If elected, he would be the first blind Mr Clark said it had been a positive process member of Australia’s Federal Parliament. and praised Ms Richards and Mr Symon for Mr Sukkar said: “Deakin residents can a clean contest. He listed pensions, tertiary be assured that as the federal member for education and the environment as important Deakin I will continue to fight for their best issues to voters in Deakin. interests to get the east-west link built”. \ LHG “We need to talk to as many people as we

Calisthenics call out for club’s centenary A Box Hill calisthenics club is reaching out to the community as it celebrates its 100th anniversary this year. Box Hill Wesley Calisthenics Club says it’s the “oldest continuous calisthenics club” in Australia, having formed in 1915 at Box Hill’s Methodist Church. The club is forming a masters team to complement its cohort of junior members. The team is aimed at those aged 25 and over, and is “perfect for anyone who did calisthenics in the past and is looking for fun, friendship and fitness”. \ LHG » www.bhwcc.org.au

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Currently, VicRoads has four level crossing projects underway at North Road Ormond, Burke Road Glen Iris, Main Road St Albans and Blackburn Road Blackburn, with the contracts due to be awarded around April 2015. VicRoads is starting initial investigations at various sites to provide information to Government to prioritise funding and construction of the remaining 46 level crossing locations.

As part of these investigations, we are inviting the community to participate in an online survey. In particular, we are looking to better understand the thoughts and experiences of the people who live, work and use the following level crossings and their immediate surrounds: } McKinnon Road McKinnon } Centre Road Bentleigh } Furlong Road St Albans } Heatherdale Road Mitcham } Mountain Highway and Scoresby Road

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backflip on Hay Street Whitehorse Council has backflipped on a controversial residential development planned for Box Hill South following a relentless community campaign that won support from federal MP Anna Burke. Councillors last week withdrew support for the 310-home development at 15-31 Hay Street, one month after giving it the green light. The proposal, from developer Canaan Holdings, was to build houses and apartment buildings up to seven storeys, a retirement village and a café on the former St Leo’s College site. Tracey Suidgeest, who lives near the site, was among about 70 vocal residents at last week’s council meeting, with many displaying placards with signs such as “Stop Overdevelopment”. Ms Suidgeest said residents were “ecstatic” the development would not go ahead. Riversdale ward councillor Sharon Ellis, who was absent from last month’s meeting, convinced a majority of councillors to abandon the proposal, citing residents’ concerns about traffic and neighbourhood character. Cr Ellis questioned claims that traffic volumes on streets close to the former St Leo’s College site would double but could

be “readily accommodated”. The development would have brought between 390 and 700 daily vehicle movements to the narrow streets that surround the site, according to planning documents. Cr Ben Stennett changed his position from last month’s meeting, saying councillors had been “actively lobbied” since last month’s meeting. However the backflip drew criticism from Cr Helen Harris, who claimed she had been “hung out to dry” as the only one “game enough” to speak in support of the development. Defending the development, Cr Harris said councillors were required to judge applications against planning regulations and not community sentiment. Federal Labor MP for Chisholm Anna Burke, who once lived a few streets from the site, welcomed the council’s about-face. “I hope that the council, the developers and the community are able to work together to come up with an appropriate development in the future,” Ms Burke said. Ms Burke previously said she planned to lobby state Labor Planning Minister Richard Wynne to block the proposal. Canaan Holdings did not respond to a request for comment. \ LUKE HENRIQUES-GOMES

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ood things come to those who wait, and Kerrimuir United Cricket Club has done more waiting than most. The club broke through for its first Wilson Shield premiership last week, earning promotion to the top tier of the Box Hill Reporter District Cricket Association (Ray McIntosh Shield) for the first time in its history. The club played in seven of the past eight finals series, losing four grand finals. It had been 12 seasons since the club’s First XI flag. Most of the side that took the field against Blackburn North in the final had played in at least three of those grand final losses, but captain Leigh Newey was not one of them, having joined the club this season. “It’s a very surreal feeling,” he said. “There was a massive outpouring of emotions; you see grown men with tears in their eyes and just overjoyed to win the Wilson flag.” Kerrimuir dominated the decider, rolling its local rivals for just 46 after losing the toss, with opening bowlers Brandon Watson (5/29) and Zak Carroll (4/15) blowing away their opponents. Kerrimuir passed the score for the loss of four wickets before finishing the day on 8/135, with Blackburn North conceding defeat after the first day. The result was all the more remarkable

given the season Kerrimuir had been having. With three rounds to go, the side was eighth on the ladder, needing three wins (including one outright win) and a smattering of results to go their way to play finals. Amazingly everything fell into place, with Kerrimuir making the finals by a slender 0.10 per cent before playing their best two games of the year to knock off the top two sides and claim the flag. “I think the boys just clicked, and it was more a case of we had nothing to lose for the seven weeks or so,” Newey said. “After round eight we thought the finals race was run and we weren’t going to make it but, from there, everything just fell into place and we played some really good hard cricket when it mattered.” Newey said promotion to the top of the association had ramifications beyond individual glory for the players, and he expected the side to hold its own among the competition’s powerhouse clubs. “It’s massive for the club,” he said. “Other clubs and potential players look at us and see a McIntosh Shield club. “On top of our junior program it highlights how strong we are.” \ EWEN McRAE emcrae@theweeklyreview.com.au

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From Kylie to Margot, Neighbours has launched a galaxy of stars. As the show turns 30, PETER WILMOTH tracks down some of the people who helped make the magic

ho would have thought, back in the mid-’80s, that a teenager with a poodle perm and a part in a new afternoon soap would go on to become a world-conquering superstar, still performing sell-out shows from Barcelona to Rod Laver Arena three decades later. From Henderson kid to pop princess to international A-lister, “our Kylie” can thank Neighbours for springboarding her into the sort of celebrity stratosphere reserved for those so famous they don’t need a surname. And she wasn’t the only one. Whether they like to admit it or not, a whole galaxy of household names owe their big break to their brush with the Neighbours’ magic dust – from Jason and Guy to Margot and Delta, Natalie (I) and Natalie (B) and, of course, there’s Russell (although he points out it was only a fleeting moment in his career). But what about the hundreds of other actors, writers, directors and crew who helped make the show one of Australia’s most successful cultural exports, a broadcasting phenomenon screened in more than 50 countries? As Neighbours celebrates its 30th birthday this month, we tracked down some of the others who helped create the legend, and asked them how that Neighbours magic changed their lives. \ pwilmoth@theweeklyreview.com.au » Neighbours screens on Eleven at 6.30pm weekdays

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Alicia Poxrucker, 35, spent a year working on Neighbours from 2007. “It was one of the best times of my life and career,” she says. “It was like a family and I am still in contact with a lot of actors and crew. Margot Robbie is still one of my great friends. She was my favourite, without offending anyone. We just clicked from the first day and now we both live in London.’’ Poxrucker worked with “lots of talented actors, and some have done really well since leaving – Margot, Liam Hemsworth, Pippa Black, Imogen Bailey, Ben Lawson”. She says she was fortunate to work on “such a great, iconic show”. It was fast-paced but there was lots of laughter on the set every day. “Everyone worked so well together as a team to make it happen. It’s the fastest TV show I have ever worked on – lots of minutes to shoot in a single day.” She once appared on screen when The Veronicas played live on the show. “They were short of extras and the director was desperate for extra patrons at Charlie’s Bar and, because it was the back of my head, I said OK,” she says. “I was checking everyone’s make-up, then rushing to sit down and pretend to bop my head as there was no actual music for the take. Being an extra is actually harder then it looks.” Poxrucker moved to London in January 2013. “It was the best decision of my life. My career has really soared.” She has worked with “some amazing celebs and world leaders”, on feature films and live TV, theatre, fashion and advertising as well as the British equivalent of Neighbours, EastEnders. “I think working on Neighbours definitely helped my career,” she says. “It was such a great learning curve. Everyone says once you work there you can work anywhere because of all the challenges that are thrown at you.” \

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Patrick Harvey, 30, was on Neighbours for four years until 2006, playing Irishman Connor O’Neill. “It was fantastic,” he says. “Being on a show with such a quick turnaround, you’re forced to learn quickly. And I was able to meet some really awesome people, a few of whom I’m still really close with.” Harvey’s character departed the show in less than clear circumstances. “It was a bit of a strange storyline,” he says. “Connor was going on a trip around Australia in his ute. The last thing I remember was saying, ‘Well, I’m off then’. The ute showed up somewhere and someone found his wallet. I was living in England at the time and I had people in the street telling me what was happening on the show.” Since Neighbours, Harvey has continued acting. He also does voice-over work, is recording a children’s animated series, has written a TV show and is shooting a feature film in Beechworth with 100 Bloody Acres directors Cameron and Colin Cairnes. He also runs a business with his brother, Leon, called Sukkie, selling an all-natural electrolyte sports drink. He says “nothing but positive things” about Neighbours. “It really taught me a lot, gave me a good work ethic, about getting the job done and not wasting time. And I got to meet so many fantastic people. “When I left Neighbours, I lived in England for a while and returned to Australia, where I worked straight away … Being on Neighbours, you get your name out there. It’s a really good training ground for young actors.” \

In 1993, when he was 18, Scott Major was cast as bad boy Darren Stark, a role that lasted six months. In 2008, he took on the character of Lucas Fitzgerald, playing him for the next five years. “I played the bad boy for many years in the industry,” he says. “I think it was just my hair. I had long hair and a rebellious attitude.” The casting move did not go unnoticed, given the loyal – at times obsessive – fans. “As soon as I started playing Lucas they said, ‘Hang on a minute, he was Darren Stark’.” In 2013, in a move to bring “more complete families back to the street”, the producers dispensed with his character. Major decided to move behind the camera. Three weeks after retiring Lucas, he began an internship as a director. At the end of 2013, he became a fully fledged director on Neighbours. “I suppose I’m a control freak, really. I like to really mould things and create an emotion in the audience.” Directing, he says, is a different challenge from acting. “As a director I have to get into the minds of 26 characters … it’s 10 times the work and one-third of the pay. “At first there was an apprehension they’d say, ‘Hang on a minute, you’re one of us, why are you telling us what to do?’. But I was really accepted. They didn’t let me fail.” Having acted on the show means Major understands what it’s like on the other side. “They say, ‘This is hard, this is not fair’ and I’d say, ‘Hang on, I know exactly what it’s like on that side’.” Major misses acting every day but is “enjoying that warm, fuzzy hug that is Neighbours”. \

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Kate Langbroek Well before she became a radio star, Kate Langbroek was putting words in the mouths of Neighbours characters. She began writing for the show in 1996 and spent four years in six-week rotations. She estimates she wrote 20 episodes. “You’d get the storyline and then I would write the dialogue for it,” she says. “It was really good fun, a great gig.” A highlight was meeting Clive James, who appeared in one episode. “He was coming out to play a postie,’’ Langbroek says. “So we went out to the set that day and hung around just talking to Clive James and it was beautiful. It was great and he was just so delightful.” How did working on the show change her professional life? “Aside from the fact that it was a regular income, which for writers in this country is a rarity, invariably it was what people would get most excited about when you met them, when they found out you wrote for Neighbours.” Why has the show lasted 30 years? “It started in a simpler time and it had some people who really cut through. Because of what happened with Kylie and Jason, it sort of embedded itself as the show where stuff would happen. It had great casting by Jan Russ.” What about Russell Crowe’s efforts to distance himself from the show, insisting he appeared in only one episode. “From an actor’s point of view, you don’t want to be taking credit for having been on a show if you did just one episode. And then there were some people like Greg Fleet, who is still dining out on the fact that he killed Daphne.” Langbroek, now co-host of Hughesy & Kate on KIIS 101.1, says working on Neighbours was a pleasure. “You felt your work was appreciated. Even though to some it may seem highly disposable, someone’s got to write the words.” \

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As a journalist on TV Week and New Idea, Patrice Fidgeon covered a lot of television. But the Neighbours stories made the most impact – certainly on magazine sales. In the mid-1980s, the show was introducing Kylie Minogue as Charlene the apprentice motor mechanic. The storyline, Fidgeon says, was that Charlene would fall in love with Scott Robinson (Jason Donovan) and they would move in together, even though unmarried. The fear was the audience wouldn’t accept this, so it was decided to offer a series of stories to TV Week to introduce a range of characters and establish their popularity so the audience would feel closer to them. TV Week ran stories about Rachel Friend, Guy Pearce, Craig McLachlan. But it was Minogue and Donovan who really cut through. “Because we were running these stories on a weekly basis, we noticed there was such a following for Minogue and Donovan that they were absolute sales gold,” Fidgeon says. She says the magazine added nearly 200,000 in sales in a few weeks. “Those people and their characters were to TV Week sales what [Princess] Diana in later years was to Woman’s Day and New Idea. “Once people found out there was a real romance between Kylie and Jason, the ratings went through the roof [as did] ratings for the [TV] wedding. It was just a phenomenal time.” The Charlene/Scott storyline “sent it to its dizziest heights”. The 1987 episode featuring Scott and Charlene’s wedding was watched by more than 20 million people in Britain alone. Fidgeon is now a freelancer and still sometimes writes about Neighbours. “Occasionally I get asked to do a Neighbours story for magazines in the UK.” For a TV journalist, Neighbours is the gift that keeps on giving. \ MARCH 25, 2015 \ THE WEEKLY KLY REVIEW KL W 13

MY VIEW \ KATRINA HALL THINKS BIGGER IS BETTER

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married into a family so big the younger kids struggle to remember who their older cousins are. I’m talking multiple-bunk-beds-and-a-bus big. So big, in fact, get-togethers require food drops from catering companies and they’re frantic and never last long because the host has usually passed out in a corner somewhere from the sheer stress of getting everyone fed. In a world where modern families are pretty much done and dusted once the second child arrives, more than three is considered too challenging plus you’ve got to get a people mover, and over six is likely to get you a story in a local paper, there’s still something to be said for the lost art of reproducing enough kids to make a football team. Why? Because it is, without a shadow of doubt, more fun. Our little unit of two adults and two kids just seems undercooked in comparison. Intense and, well, I’d never say peaceful but, in an empty room, we echo. Next week the eldest is going to camp and it will be down to three, which is just weird. My own family of origin is also relatively small and everyone is spread all over the country, which makes our get-togethers intense and focused around a table. We actually need to speak to each other.

Not on the other side, though. For a start, no one has enough tables. Which means you can spread yourself thin if you want and move around a room without really saying anything to anyone. But you can also have an enlightening conversation with an 18-year-old about cake and a two-year-old about their life plans. It wasn’t always so gleeful. I’m sure my mother-in-law had days when she wondered just how she’d get everything done with a brood of 11. But these days, now they’re all grown up and out of the house, there’s always someone to help out or to force-feed tea and Anzac biscuits. I swear you could hear the roar of her laughter from your house when I say something silly like, “Oh it’s so hard sometimes trying to feed two small children”, or I complain about how much washing there is to get through with a family of four. She is a master of getting things done, a miracle worker, a true and much-loved matriarch who still has hugs for everyone. This is a massive generalisation, but I’ve found that most people who come from big families are funny.

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I don’t know why, but I’m guessing you need a sense of humour to get by, or be heard, or to fly under the radar, or to amuse each other because there had to be heaps less parental supervision. So you were free to create your own fun and invent stuff – like seeing who could spit the furthest from the top bunk when you were all meant to be sleeping, for example. For those of us at the difficult stage that involves simultaneously caring for school-age children and ageing parents, being part of a bigger collective seems to make more sense. I’ve just had a conversation with a friend who is an only child, who would do anything to have a sibling to share the load and the emotional roller coaster that comes with caring for sick and elderly parents. Apparently we do not make houses and cars big enough for large families any more but I, for one, am pleased it never stopped them before. \ khall@theweeklyreview.com.au WE WELCOME YOUR FEEDBACK @

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estaurant reinvention is a make or break mechanism. How do you continue to satisfy your benefactors yet attract their polar opposites, those who have never before crossed your door? Thanks to the close proximity of the tables at the revitalised Mahjong, I can let you into some of owner Max Tsang’s secrets. His eight-year-old restaurant has received a much-needed facelift. Polished concrete, polished timber and polished marble – omnipresent luxe-industrial features in restaurant design – have replaced the traditional Chinese red-wall treatment, red cloth-covered chairs and oversized red screens. Ethnicity is instead conveyed by two dramatic murals featuring attractive Asian faces and enhanced by opulent gold light fittings and glowing strip lighting. Heavy black-framed windows fold back to reveal a casual bar area that overlooks pavement furnishings and the greenery of Albert Park. It’s clear designer Wayne Finschi intended the striking modern design, characterised by blond timber furnishings within a white and grey palette, to attract a younger crowd. So far, so good. Another change, although I think it a minor influence, is the addition of a nonchalant moniker. “Whatever” by Mahjong indicates more attitude than I desire in a service industry, but luckily it appears to be in name only. Menu reinvention is a given in any restaurant change. Tsang has tweaked the traditional Mahjong yum cha offering and turned it into a Xiao Chi (little eats) menu. It has morphed into Chinese tapas, a catalogue of snacks and bites suited to sharing at the renovated bar or the casual dining area, rather than via a trolley. The spiky sugar cane ball – a pouch of dense prawn meat pierced by a succulent spear of fibrous stalk, delivers a nip of spice in the seafood, a tickle of sweetness from its bolster and, when we dined, a superfluous beret of sliced cucumber. A sticky pink dipping sauce rounds out the package. I’d munch happily through a few Silk Road scallion pancakes. These delicate, doughy wheat discs have been sliced into puffed golden-edged triangles, flecked with spring onion and a lick of salt to keep you thirsty. Enjoy them with a “Mahjongtini” cocktail (spiced rum, lemongrass and ginger) or a glass of wine from the serviceable, but pricey, wine list. More “by the glass” offerings would better suit the “slide in for a snack” crowd. And I don’t know about you, but I’m not likely to drop $928 on a bottle of Dom Pérignon rosé to accompany a plate of spring rolls. Ten varieties of steamed dim sum feature on the menu, too. It’s a solid offering that retains Mahjong’s roots admirably. A blind tasting left us in no doubt about the identity of the prawn and scallop dumpling topped with a jaunty scarf of WA scallop. Full marks, too, for the robust

Reinvention: Whatever by Mahjong chef Max Tsang. (CHRIS HOPKINS)

springiness of the crystal prawn dumpling and the tossed with capsicum and spring onion. The “return textural mushroom-flecked vegetarian dumpling. We wok pork belly”, a dish with Chongqing origins, green loved the juicy pleated Shanghai pork dumplings and pepper and a chilli sauce, is on my list for next time. the proud pork and prawn shu mai. But it was our neighbouring diners that revealed Tsang, who hails from a family of Cantonese rice most about the reinvented Mahjong. To our left, the merchants, arrived in Australia 15 years ago. He retired country couple, who indicated they came to opened Mahjong in Fitzroy Street, offering Melbourne often, said that despite the changes yum cha and dumplings, in 2007. In late 2010 the staff always remembered their names and It has he stepped things up and boldly opened their favourite dishes. The younger couple morphed Mahjong Black in Little Collins Street, with to our right watched us eat the “quack quack into chinese spicy duck salad”, with lots of greenery and an eye on the business crowd. Its modern tapas fit-out reeled them in, but only for 2½ years. tender meat marinated in a dark soy sauce Restaurants should reinvent themselves every with chilli, pepper and spice. The dish appealed five to seven years, says Tsang, who still graces the to her as she was looking after her figure and stoves at Fitzroy Street a couple of times a week. liked to be healthy, she volunteered. He liked the fried Whatever’s menu contains a “Good old days” apology chicken ribs. She took her time over her salad, while he of sorts, offering to deliver favourites not on the list, and headed to the revamped pavement area for a cigarette. food is served on retro willow-pattern plates. But other There’s something for everyone at Whatever. \ ltolra@theweeklyreview.com.au changes include a “Bring it on” chef’s selection and a regional share plate offering. TO READ MORE REVIEWS There’s crispy crumbed Tibetan beef, coated in www.theweeklyreview.com.au/food breadcrumbs fragrant with cumin and five spice and

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hen was the last time you used a corkscrew? Do great bottles” and I’ve been at tastings that prove the point you still own one? I was given two last week by beautifully. French winemakers. Few disagree that screw caps are a high-quality, The first winemaker looked a little sheepish as he handed consistent seal that retains freshness. But many winemakers over the branded, promotional tool, knowing the bulk of feel corks are the perfect seals for the style of wine they’re wine we drink in Australia is sealed with a screw cap. trying to make. The second had my name printed on it – an aid, I presume, Te Mata winemaker Peter Cowley uses screw caps, cork to ensure it makes its way back to me after a boozy picnic and Diam for his wines and we’ve spoken about the merits with friends. of all over the years. Te Mata, in New Zealand’s Hawkes Bay, The corkscrew rarely makes an appearance at tastings trialled all three seals on its high-end wines. these days. “After those trials were about three years old, when we Despite the screw cap’s wide adoption in Australia, were trying them, we were seeing a difference in the debate still rages as to what makes the best wines,” Cowley says. “Reds move on a bit more after “it was closure for a bottle of wine – especially between three or four or five years; there’s more evolved winemakers. aromas and flavours. The tannins are softer and terrific & There are three major types of seals used on more evenly straight on the palette. saved a lot wine bottles: the screw cap, natural cork and an “[With screw caps] I find the same wine a bit of money” agglomerate cork made of tiny bits of cork that are shorter and a little bit harder. The tannin seems to glued and molded together. It’s known as the Diam, be on the end of the line a little bit.” after the company that makes it. But Cowley also saw positives in screw caps: “The There are two main issues with corks that led to the wine’s freshness – a sweet, fruit thing that is terrific.” development of alternatives. Cork taint, caused by the Te Mata chose to use screw caps on some of its chemical 2,4,6-Trichloroanisole (TCA), gives wine a wet cheaper wines. cardboard or musty smell and is so potent even the tiniest “It wasn’t hard to do, it was terrific and saved a lot of trace can be sensed by the human nose. About 5 per cent of money,” Cowley says. all bottles sealed under cork are affected by TCA. He uses Diam corks on his top whites, which are The other issue is the amount of oxygen the cork lets fermented and matured in oak barrels to add extra in. The bark from the cork tree, which is grown in huge complexity to the wines. Screw caps, he found, amplified forests on the Iberian Peninsula, lets small amounts of some of the characters in these wines. air pass through it. In itself, this is a good thing because a “We were picking up a flinty, tonicky note on those wines little oxygen helps wine age and develop in the bottle. But, in the whites, which is kind of OK. [As drinkers] we’re all because cork is a natural product, the amount that passes getting used to that character a bit, but we think it’s a bit of through isn’t consistent. a negative.” \ bthomas@theweeklyreview.com.au There’s a saying that, “There aren’t great wines, just

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FASHION

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f, as the saying goes, trends come and go but style is eternal, then this winter should be about how the two can be friends beyond the catwalk. This autumn/winter’s four key trends prove to be friendly arrivals for the cooler months. There’s no midriffs to bare or V-shaped skirts above the knee; instead winter is all about ’70s bohemian, masculine silhouettes, sport resort and vivid graphics that fit most body shapes. It’s easy to pick a theme and run with it. The queen of ’70s revival, Carla Zampatti, puts forward her best retro stance this season with a collection that leans on flared, wide-legged pants, body suits and masculine tailoring. She fits a few of the trends that are surfacing and that’s what makes her versatile range a winner on all fronts. One of the country’s more experienced designers, she has focused her gaze on the past without losing her modern touch. Helen O’Connor’s label Thurley borrows from the ’70s as well, with lots of lace and flowing cuts that hint at a bohemian style. She doesn’t mind a romantic nod to a bygone era. There’s movement and flow in her garments as much as there is a sculptural push. Bianca Spender certainly waves the ’70s flag in her latest range – from wide-leg pants to collared shirts, and floor-length gowns that might be modernist visions but have kickbacks to the era. Ellery has always found the ’70s appealing and the

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latest collection doesn’t wane – it’s boho meets chic. Donna Player, David Jones’ group executive for merchandise, says there’s a ’70s swagger to the new season. “We are seeing the return of pinstripes, flared denim, culottes, capes and power suiting; nostalgic pieces with a boy-girl charm that features in our international and Australian designer collections.” Player says this winter is about mixing up labels – think local, act global. She doesn’t mind turning to local brands such as Witchery, Saba or Seed for layering basics and coats, and matching them with graphic party dresses by Josh Goot, pastel lace by Lover and even a tailored suit by the glam rock’n’roll-inspired Saint Laurent collection, Alexander McQueen and others. Masculine suiting makes a comeback – the likes of Camilla and Marc hint at the sexy androgynous look while a new kid on the block, LXÉ (which sells online only), has gorgeous cream pants that hint at boy power with a feminine perk. Vivid graphic prints also return with attitude. Adapt to the times and introduce a graphic print with jackets, skirts or pants to inject colour to muted tones. The sport resort look is where street cool meets couture glam. This is the world where fancy sneakers are allowed with evening skirts. Pairing leisurewear in your day-to-day wardrobe is a trend that will continue this winter. \ jrocca@theweeklyreview.com.au

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BEAUTY SCRIBE \ DHAV NAIDU GOES NAKED FOR A HIGHER CAUSE

ave you ever wanted to look better naked? I know I have. In this era of selfies, it doesn’t hurt to look good all over; not for someone else’s pleasure – although that is a bonus – but for yourself. Looking good naked is not as hard as you might think. But there are certain rituals you need to do to ensure you have flawless skin everywhere. Hydration is key. The best way to keep your skin hydrated is to apply body moisturiser religiously. But, just as you exfoliate your face once a week so that your moisturisers and serums work better, the same principle applies for the rest of your body. We all carry battle scars in some shape or form on our body, be it stretch marks, sports injury scars, acne scars or cellulite. Instead of spending sleepless nights worrying, take a good look at your body and celebrate the positives – the smoothness of the skin, the even skin tone or the softness. Often we spend countless hours lamenting the negatives instead of acknowledging the positives. Change that. If you think you have a problem, you know the beauty industry will have a solution. But it might be one that highlights a relatively unknown problem and hails its product as a miracle cure. Only very rarely have I witnessed over-the-counter products that actually cure cellulite or stretch marks. Usually, they might slightly dull the appearance of these conditions but they don’t erase it. If you think the only way to feel better is to tackle these minor problems, then seek advice from a doctor. There are medical procedures for these conditions. But keep in mind that costs and risks are involved. \ dnaidu@theweeklyreview.com.au

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UNDER THE HE RADAR \ MYKE BARTLETT REVIEWS THE LATEST FILM The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies \ Blu-ray and DVD » www.thehobbit.com You’d hope a nine-hour run time would allow for complex storytelling, but that’s not the case with director Peter Jackson’s second take on Tolkien. This three-part epic feels at once too vast and too shallow. The main problem with part three is there isn’t enough story left. The main story – Bilbo (Martin Freeman) and his chums stealing treasure from a dragon – is tied up in 10 minutes. What follows is an extended battle sequence, in which Middle Earth factions thump each other. Tolkien’s whimsy can’t quite survive the director’s apocalyptic earnestness, although it’s enjoyable watching an actor try to play serious while dressed as an elf and sitting atop a giant moose. Jackson delivers spectacular visuals, but the endless warfare is enervating. \

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The long-awaited third LP from Brooklyn’s Twin Shadow (aka George Lewis jnr) is a seductive, shamelessly retro mix of Prince meets Michael Bolton. For the most part, Lewis’s electro-tinged hipness eclipses the chest-beating naffness of his choruses. When The Lights Turn Out is an exception, slipping into bland, faux-soul pop – sort of Backstreet Boys without the cheese. But when it works, it’s extraordinary. I’m Ready is both macho and fragile, while To The Top has an epic and invigorating chorus. It’s the sort of song drunk young men will belt out late at night, arms around each other’s shoulders. Overall, Eclipse seems likely to appeal to those who voted for Chet Faker’s Sonia Dada cover in this year’s Hottest 100. As with much of the best pop, it inspires a sort of false nostalgia – for the simple rock of the ’80s, without forcing us to confront how awful much of that music actually was. \

This three-part documentary, narrated by Eric Bana, links Australia’s comedic legacy with a rapidly changing nation. Notables including Paul Hogan, Barry Humphries, Judith Lucy and, uh, Paul Fenech offer their five cents on what defines our national sense of humour (“nothing is off-limits”, according to Steve Vizard). There are some timely questions, not always answered, about who has the right to make jokes. In the wake of Edna Everage’s satire of suburbia, suburbanites started cracking jokes about themselves. Then came the battlers, the immigrants, the indigenous Australians and, finally, the women. Nazeem Hussain offers the most insightful commentary, arguing comedy is an art of protest. Featuring clips from the 1930s to the present, this is an affectionate, occasionally revealing, snapshot of our cultural history. The series would do well, however, to poke a bit harder at potential controversies – such as Chris Lilley’s habit of donning blackface. \

BALLET Lucidity \ Hawthorn Arts Centre, March 27-28, 7.30pm, $29-$40 » hawthornartscentre.com.au Melbourne Ballet Company has produced an impressive 30 original works since its launch in 2007. Lucidity bundles four of these into a program of modern ballet that dances around themes of human interdependence, possibility and innovation. Choreographed by Simon Hoy, the pieces are set to the music of Ólafur Arnalds, Frédéric Chopin and Arvo Pärt. As part of this week’s performance, the company – consisting of 10 dancers who have performed with major international troupes – will lead ballet workshops for beginners and seniors. \ TO READ MORE REVIEWS

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hen Nathan Burkett designs a garden, he works from the inside out. “For 70 to 80 per cent of the time, a garden is viewed from within a home, so the garden is really artwork to a house,” he says. “I think about the aspects from which a garden will be viewed and how you can create a picture from within.” Burkett studied landscape architecture at RMIT University and graduated in 2002. Since then, he has created gardens for clients in Balwyn, Malvern, Caulfield, Brighton, Toorak and Surrey Hills. Burkett has won major awards including Abode Magazine’s garden of the year, 2012 Abode Outdoor Awards best feature in a landscape, and a gold medal in the 2013 Australian Institute of Landscape Designers and Managers National Design Awards. “I grew up in the leafy eastern suburbs and that’s where my interest in gardening began. During the later years of high school, I began tinkering in my parents’ garden,” Burkett says. “We removed a swimming pool from the backyard and that left a huge void, and my parents left it up to me to find a solution for that space. I incorporated a design with a built-in seat and some level changes and plantings and later, when my folks wanted a deck on the back of the house, I researched decking and designed that for them, too.” After graduating from RMIT, Burkett joined a landscape practice and worked on large commercial projects, including parks, residential estates and public gardens. After a few years he decided to move to private gardens to have a closer involvement with the people who owned the spaces he was designing. He began

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Some things you can’t live without in your kitchen? My swivel peeler and microplane; my E61 Legend Faema coffee machine, given to me by Vittoria at my induction as a legend; and the best butter and salt.

LAKE HOU SE RESTAURA NT What’s on the agenda – any new projects? Our new and very beautiful waterfront pavilion is set to open late in April. Very exciting! I’m also in the middle of my next book. What are some of your current favourite dishes? It’s the produce that always dictates our menus. I’m already dreaming about dishes using our still-ripening quinces and local wild mushrooms. Meantime there’s still an abundance of beautiful tomatoes and herbs, including magnificently fragrant fennel pollen, and masses of heritagevariety apples and pears.

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What keeps you going? Lake House is the impossible dream I dared to dream as a very young woman. I now share it with a team of 110 young people who love it as much as I do. They come from all over the world to work here. Their energy and commitment is inspirational.

What sort of things are in your A Wolf in the Kitchen range of produce? We have locally pressed olive oil, a creamy garlic aïoli and seasonal jams and preserves. The most popular include an apple and elderberry jam, and a Granny Smith and elderflower jelly. Opening them on a wintry day brings some summer sunshine into the house.

Is there a secret about you that you can share? I have a 3am notebook by the bed, for jotting down thoughts and ideas. My Chinese therapist tells me it’s significant that it’s a 3am notebook. \

Is there any produce outside Daylesford that you covet? There’s a plethora of fabulous food being produced and grown by small sustainable enterprises all over Australia. Some favourites include Ebi prawns from Shark Bay and Tasmanian Angasi oysters.

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head of MI5 and the Security Executive during World War II and a close confidant of Winston Churchill, was also Fleming’s boss. Yep, Fleming was a spook. Or more politely, a naval intelligence officer. But he made his money writing Bond books and sold, oh, 100 million or so. Cunliffe-Lister was a regular visitor to

Fleming’s next-door neighbour in Kent and they knew one another. (Aside: that house was suggested by Fleming as the headquarters for Sir Hugo Drax in Moonraker). Moonraker Many of the gadgets listed in the Goldfinger DB5 were fitted to that DB2, including reinforced steel bumpers, concealed lockers, a heavy duty anti-interference ignition system, driver’s seat connections for a two-way radio and a Halda Speedpilot – a sophisticated and expensive trip computer used mostly in rallying. Unfortunately the DB2 lacked the ejector seat, bullet-proof shield and twin Browning machine guns of the DB5. This very DB2 came up for auction in Britain last year, the auction house describing it pushily as: “A strong contender for the world’s most significant Aston Martin ever to be offered to the open market”. “It could be one of the most important discoveries of all time,” Chris Routledge, managing partner of the auction house, reassured potential buyers. “It confirms the link between undoubtedly the most famous spy in history and possibly the world’s most iconic sports car marque.” The market disagreed. The DB2 was passed in. Routledge said spirited negotiations were in progress but, when I checked recently, it was still for sale. \ reasdown@theweeklyreview.com.au

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Price \ $890,000 – $970,000

Auction \ March 28 at 12.30pm

Fast facts \ A classic 1960s brick-veneer house in a large garden, rendered and renovated as a showcase of contemporary style; enormous, open-plan living and dining area with open fireplace and Tasmanian oak floorboards; stone kitchen with Bosch appliances; covered deck; four bedrooms, main suite including study and retreat; single garage plus driveway parking; walk to station, shops, primary school. Nunawading \ 18 kilometres from the city

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f ever a single house could represent the rebirth of a suburb, it’s probably this one. Like the seemingly incorrigible dag who styles up and suddenly makes heads turn, the once ordinary 1960s house caused a bidding war at its last auction nearly seven years ago. It was looking fabulous – renovated, with a stunning, Japanese-style open-plan living area – and its lasting virtues were apparent to anyone who understood how families use their homes. Here, the parents have a wing to themselves; not just a bedroom, but a sitting room and study with french doors to the garden. Three more bedrooms are toward the front, separated from the adult HQ by the main bathroom and corridor. The communal area opens north to an oriental garden and west to a covered deck above the immaculately landscaped lawn. A wedding would look beautiful here. As for the location, to be able to walk in a few minutes to the station, shops and Mount Pleasant Road Primary, and along Central Road to Blackburn Lake Sanctuary, makes this a prime position. When Nunawading’s level crossing went underground in 2010, the neighbourhood began to change. New cafés and restaurants have just opened. The median house price is almost $200,000 below Blackburn – $700,000 versus $898,000, according to Australian Property Monitors – yet this suburb, one stop along the railway line, has many of its neighbour’s advantages. This property is on a no-through road and opens with a gravel driveway in a native garden. Beyond the timber front door is the vast, radiant expanse of the living area, more than 12 metres long, with full-length windows onto the garden. Tasmanian oak floorboards are stained dark to contrast with the white kitchen, where satin-finish cabinetry makes an impressive backdrop. The living area has a brick fireplace. The dining area has five white pendant lamps, like teardrops, and its northern windows look over a courtyard with maples and bamboo. The small foyer has a door to the single garage. There’s no dispute about where the kitchen begins. The frontier is the massive, five-metre island topped with caramel-coloured stone. On the dining-room side are bookshelves and a breakfast bar. The other has a Bosch dishwasher and soft-closing drawers. The wall oven and 900-millimetre gas cooktop are also by Bosch. The integrated, two-door Electrolux fridge is included in the sale. The main deck, with its vaulted roof, is almost a room unto itself. Smaller decks offer a gradual descent to the lawn, to the side of which are a two-storey cubby and fenced vegie-box and clothesline areas. The main bedroom suite, in the rear wing, has five rooms. The carpeted study can comfortably accommodate two people. The sitting room has french doors north to the garden. The bedroom has slatted timber walls; sliding doors lead to a walk-in wardrobe large enough to get dressed in, and to a chic grey- and beige-tiled en suite with a glass shower and twin rectangular basins. The main bathroom has a walk-in glass shower and rectangular basin atop a wide laminate cabinet. In the corridor is a concealed laundry. \ ALISON BARCLAY property@theweeklyreview.com.au

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PROPERTY ID » 2011809624

Price \ $820,000 – $880,000

Auction \ March 28 at 2pm

A court location and garden setting two doors from the Mullum Mullum Creek have this house seeing green. The brick house radiates casual warmth, and full-length windows complemented by clerestory glazing make the interior bright. The entrance foyer has a glass wall to a fernery. To the fore, the home office opens to the double garage. The main bedroom has built-in wardrobes, an en suite with separate toilet, and another glass wall to the fernery. Children’s bedrooms share the rear wing with the main bathroom and laundry, and lounge and dining areas (off the foyer) have sloping ceilings and brick walls. The lounge has a gas log fireplace and doors to the garden. Tiled flooring is practical in the kitchen, which opens to a meals and family area, which has glass doors linking it to the patio. Off the family area is a fourth bedroom or rumpus room. Close to public and private schools and Tunstall Square and The Pines shopping centre, the location couples quiet with convenience. \ KAY KEIGHERY

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BLACKBURN \ 66 MAIN STREET

VISIT \ reviewproperty.com.au Barry Plant \ 9878 0222

PROPERTY ID » 2011832211

Price \ $890,000 +

Auction \ April 4 at 2pm

Only in Blackburn could a Main Street address land you opposite an enchanting bushland park. This clinker-brick beauty is metres from Furness Park’s playground and trail, with a scenic walk beneath gum trees to Laburnum Primary. It also has its own substantial, bushy garden with lawns. Owned by one family since 1975, the two-level house is a treasure trove of interwar details including leadlight doors and mullioned sash windows and moulded-glass light fittings. Formal living and dining rooms are linked by double doors, and the latter has steps to a north-facing terrace above the garage. The large family room and rear bathroom with shower are probably a 1960s addition and help make this attractive house immediately liveable. The kitchen has a Smeg oven, Miele cooktop and a Bosch dishwasher amid walnut-look laminate cabinetry. All three bedrooms have built-in wardrobes. The renovated main bathroom has a shower and bath. Storerooms and a new laundry are on the lower-ground floor. \ ALISON BARCLAY

POSTCODE

3130

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DONVALE \ 28 LARNE AVENUE Native flora and fauna enhance the peaceful yet active lifestyle on this 4441-square-metre property, with echidnas and kangaroos paying occasional visits. In an undulating location of large houses on large blocks, this property shines, with a tennis court and pool that are enticingly visible from the extensive front deck and patio. The gated driveway snakes up to a double garage with workshop, and slate steps rise to the entrance of the solid-brick house. Inside, there’s a succession of living spaces at entry level and a run of inviting bedrooms on the slightly elevated rear level. The study has glass doors to the deck. With polished timber floors and timber cathedral ceilings, the lounge and dining room is punctuated by a false wall with display cutaways and opens through concertina doors to the deck for full-on indoor/outdoor flow. The kitchen maintains the earthy feel with tiger-striped granite benchtops, while the adjoining meals area has a door to the patio and more doors to a family room with a slow combustion heater. All of these spaces feast on leafy scenery, without a hint of neighbours in sight. Most of the vendor’s social activity happens on the deck and patio. The northerly orientation, views over the pool and gazebo, native and non-native botany, and tennis court make the attraction obvious. \ KAY KEIGHERY

POSTCODE

3111

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Fletchers \ 9841 5788

PROPERTY ID » 2011828972

Price \ $1.25 million – $1.45 million

Expressions of interest \ Close April 8 at 5pm

AGENTS’ CHO I CE POSTCODE

3130

8 Jasmine Court, Blackburn South 4

POSTCODE 2

3128

10 Pendle Street, Box Hill 4

POSTCODE

3106

6 Lempriere Close, Templestowe 6

POSTCODE

3108

50 Church Road, Doncaster 6

Agent: Ben Williams 0409 367 997 ................................................................. Price: $800,000 - $880,000 ................................................................. Auction: Saturday March 28 at 2pm ................................................................. OFI: Thur 1-1.30pm; Sat 1.30-2pm .................................................................

Agent: Brad Ellis 0418 394 062 ................................................................. Price: $990,000 + ................................................................. Auction: Saturday March 28 at 12.30pm ................................................................. OFI: Thur 11-11.30am, Sat from noon .................................................................

Agent: Andrew Keleher 0417 599 135 ................................................................. Price: $1.7 million - $1.85 million ................................................................. Expressions of Interest ................................................................. OFI: Sat 4-4.30pm .................................................................

Agent: Barry Plant Doncaster 9842 8888 ................................................................. Price: $900,000 - $990,000 ................................................................. Auction: Saturday April 11 at 3pm ................................................................. OFI: Thur 12.30-1pm; Sat 4.30-5pm .................................................................

In a peaceful location with direct access to Orchard Grove Reserve and Wurundjeri Wetlands, this house offers family-sized space across three living zones.

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BLACKBURN SOUTH \ 14 ALDINGA STREET

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PROPERTY ID » 2011808770

When the owners of this 1950s weatherboard decided to renovate, they wisely left its beautiful idiosyncrasies untouched. The kitchen is recent, as is the main bedroom and the big family and study area that opens to a wide deck above a garden as luxuriantly ferny and bushy

as one would expect in Blackburn. The formal living room is a true mid-century individual, girded by a rail of moulded leaves and with a recessed-dome ceiling, red-tiled open fireplace and cornered windows. An adjoining dining area also has a curious, shell-like dome. In the kitchen, granite benchtops complement soft-closing cream laminate

Hocking Stuart \ 9894 8788

POSTCODE

3130

POSTCODE

3130

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POSTCODE

3108

Price \ $730,000 +

5 Riviera Avenue, Doncaster 4

cabinetry, a 900-millimetre stainless steel DeLonghi stove with gas cooktop and a Blanco dishwasher. There’s also a meals area with a skylight. The family area has a grey marle linoleum floor and built-in entertainment unit, desk, bookshelves and cupboards. Sliding timber doors lead to the covered deck. The rear main bedroom – restful in blue with

polished floorboards – is zoned away from the front bedrooms and has a wall of wardrobes and a white-tiled en suite with a shower. Three more double bedrooms have built-in wardrobes and share a blue-tiled bathroom. There’s also a large laundry with external access. The property has a pergola carport and is zoned for Box Hill High. \ ALISON BARCLAY

Auction \ March 28 at 11am

POSTCODE

3153

13 Railway Parade, Bayswater 3

POSTCODE

3125

47 Murray Drive, Burwood 4

Agent: Tim Heavyside 0403 020 404 ................................................................. Price: POA ................................................................. Auction: Sunday March 29 at 11.30am ................................................................. OFI: Thurs 10-10.30am; Sat, Sun 11-11.30am .................................................................

Agent: Stasi Adgemis 0401 640 853 ................................................................. Price: POA ................................................................. Auction: Saturday March 28 at 11am ................................................................. OFI: Thur 5-5.30pm; Sat 10.30-11am .................................................................

Agent: Jay Carroll 0433 266 162 ................................................................. Price: $900,000 - $990,000 ................................................................. : Forthcoming auction ................................................................. OFI: As advertised or by appointment .................................................................

Agent: Kevin Khan 0412 660 373 ................................................................. Price: POA ................................................................. Private sale ................................................................. OFI: Thur, Sat noon-12.30pm .................................................................

Impeccable presentation and abundant natural light complement this renovated residence, ideal for a growing family and near all local conveniences.

The potential to renovate or redevelop (STCA) is on offer. This house has a double garage, heating/cooling and a wellmaintained garden. Close to all amenities.

Calling all developers, your next project is ready to commence. With a planning permit to build six designer townhouses, all with individual lots (no common area).

Solely owner-occupied, this impressive house will indulge and entertain. Inclusions: ducted heating, evaporative cooling, alarm, intercom and water tank.

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AUCTION SATURDAY

BlackBurn South 14 aldinga Street 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a familyroom If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re searching for a home with character and room for your family this attractive 50s WB should hold strong appeal. Accommodation comprises elegant formal living/dining room with polished hardwood floors and open fire place, four bedrooms - all with BIRs, ensuite and family bathroom/2 WCs, stunning kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite benchtops overlooking a delightful familyroom with study alcove and an undercover entertainment deck plus period style carport. Enjoy easy access to convenient local shopping at Blackburn South with major retail/supermarkets only minutes away together with schools (Box Hill High zone), train/tram/bus, parkland and sporting facilities.

4A View Auction Mel Ref EPR Contact Office

590 (Approx) D

Thurs 3.00-3.30pm & Sat from 10.30am Saturday 28th March - 11.00am 61 / G3 In excess of $730,000 Brad Ellis 0418 394 062 Olivia Jacqueline 0439 968 835 Blackburn 9894 8788

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BlackBurn north 16 Kathleen Street a sound investment in your future This high set, brick veneer property enjoying a sunny, northerly aspect is securely tenanted until Oct 2015 at $1,666pcm making this a superb, ongoing investment now with potential as your family home in the very near future. Accommodation comprises light, bright north facing living room, kitchen/meals, 3 bedrooms, family bathroom/separate WC and very large 2 car tandem garage/workshop. The expansive rear garden will allow further extension of the comfortable existing home or build your dream home in this increasingly popular locale within easy reach of EastLink, primary and secondary schools, Blackburn North Square shopping, parkland and more!

551 (Approx) D

View Sat 3.15 - 3.45pm Private Sale Mel Ref 48 / D6 EPR In excess of $690,000 Contact Brad Ellis 0418 394 062 Olivia Jacqueline 0439 968 835 Office Blackburn 9894 8788

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AUCTION SATURDAY

Forest Hill 6 Wingrove Street immaculate four bedroom family home In manicured gardens with tremendous street appeal this property offers excellent family accommodation comprising living/theatre room with provision for an open fire place, kitchen with built in breakfast bar, four bedrooms - main with WIR/ensuite and double doors to a ‘colonial style’ return verandah overlooking the rear garden, further family bathroom/2 WCs, family/ meals with polished hardwood timber floors and tandem garage with additional workshop. Enjoy easy access to Aqualink Sports and Swimming Centre, Forest Hill Chase and Brentford Square shopping, Parkmore Primary School and extensive local parkland.

4A View Auction Mel Ref EPR Contact Office

586 (Approx) D

Thurs 12.30-1.00pm & Sat from 1.30pm Saturday 28th March - 2.00pm 62 / G4 In excess of $650,000 Matthew Li 0488 733 210 Tim Zhang 0433 031 299 Blackburn 9894 8788

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AUCTION SATURDAY

Box Hill 10 Pendle Street Beyond the classic façade . . . ... of this pretty 1920’s Californian Bungalow you’ll discover a home transformed with a stunning extension to rival anything you’ve seen providing for a truly superior and remarkably spacious family environment. Comprising living/theatre room, 4 bedrooms - main with WIR and ensuite, further family bathroom with claw foot bath/2 WCs, dining area with French doors to outdoor entertainment deck, fabulous kitchen with stone benchtops, stainless steel appliances and walk in pantry, expansive family room with 3m ceilings and box bay window with seat overlooking a private, verdant garden. Easy access Box Hill Central, train/tram/bus terminus, Box Hill High, Laburnum Primary, extensive sporting facilities and more!

4A View Auction Mel Ref EPR Contact Office

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Thurs 11.00-11.30am & Sat from 12.00pm (Photo ID Required) Saturday 28th March - 12.30pm 47 / G9 In excess of $990,000 Brad Ellis 0418 394 062 Troy Rendle 0438 305 520 Balwyn/Hawthorn 9830 7000

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AUCTION SATURDAY

TemplesTowe 7 Keryn Close original warmth with loads to offer Leafy and well located with space, comfort and the enjoyment of indoor and outdoor living. Set on an expansive block of 889m2 (approx.), this property offers 3 well-sized bedrooms, each with BIRs and the master with an ensuite. Enjoy plenty of family room with a lounge, and dining area featuring a fireplace, and a spacious meals and kitchen area. An inground pool and outdoor garden area are perfect for bringing the family together. This home is ready to move into, or perfect to be refreshed and updated. With the additional features of separate laundry, heating and cooling, double garage and study, this is one to look at. Perfect for family and close to The Pines, Primary and Secondary schools, parklands, public transport and the Eastern Freeway.

3A View Auction Mel Ref EPR Contact Office

Thursday 2.30-3.00pm Saturday 1.30-2.00pm Saturday 28th March 2.00pm 34 A6 In Excess of $700,000 Ken Chappell 0412 295 316 Christopher Macey 0411 330 311 Doncaster 9842 1188

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AUCTION SATURDAY

Doncaster 46 Winston Drive all class In the Heart of Doncaster A classy home. Enjoy a family/meals area that bathes in open spaces and natural light, while the kitchen boasts large and stunning bench tops as well as quality appliances. It is the spacious lounge room that is the show stealer however, with beautiful bi-folding glass doors here leading out to a most inviting outdoor paved dining area surrounded by gardens. Also includes 5 large bedrooms, 2 ensuites and main bathroom, and separate toilet. Add refrigerated cooling, heating throughout, laundry, double garage and being located within walking distance to Ruffey Lake Park, Shoppingtown, Aquarena and local schools, and you know youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve found the perfect home.

5A View Auction Mel Ref EPR Contact Office

Thursday 1.00-1.30pm Saturday 12.00-12.30pm Saturday 28th March 12.30pm 33 E11 Contact Agent Lee Salce 0400 770 099 Trent Sinni 0401 574 882 Doncaster 9842 1188

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TEMPLESTOWE LOWER 4/14-16 SUNHILL ROAD Peaceful, Private, Perfect Immaculately maintained on a generous garden block, this timeless 3 bed, 1.5 bath, two storey townhouse has been renovated and enjoys polished concrete floors throughout the downstairs living areas, a new kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a fabulous covered outdoor entertaining area. Invitingly spacious this is low maintenance living at its best. A whisper quite location, that enjoys fantastic access to parklands & bike trails, The Eastern Freeway, Macedon Square, Doncaster Shoppingtown and is walking distance to bus transportation services. A large rear yard with secure parking for 3 vehicles including a SLUG, all this situated in a block of only 4, with very strong rental credentials, this property presents a compelling case for all wise purchasers.

3A View Auction Mel Ref EPR Contact Office

1.5 B

Wednesday 2.00-2.30pm Saturday 12.00-12.30pm Saturday 11th April 11.00am 32 K7 In Excess of $550,000 Ken Chappell 0412 295 316 Cassandra Wilson 0430 000 142 Doncaster 9842 1188

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HOW DO I FIND GOOD TENANTS? SHOULD I USE AN AGENT?

The short answer is - yes. Property Managers take the stress out of running a rental property. From screening prospective tenants to taking care of maintenance issues and ensuring the rent is paid on time, you will sleep better with a professional agent finding your tenants and then managing your tenant relationship.

ARE TENANT APPLICATIONS CHECKED?

Your Property Manager should conduct inspections and personally greet prospective tenants at the front door. They will also review incoming tenancy applications as they receive them. This includes an assessment of applicant references, which incorporate employment,n rental and credit histories as well as personal references. While your Property Manager will put forward their recommendation of the tenant they believe is most suitable for your property, the final decision remains yours.

WHAT WILL AN AGENT DO TO FIND TENANTS?

After arranging professional photography of your property, your Property Manager can then coordinate a suitable marketing campaign, which includes advertising your property on major real estate websites and other sources. To attract passing street traffic, a prominent lease board can be displayed on your propertyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s front boundary.

HOW DOES EARLY ALERT HELP?

Free to join, early alert invites active house hunters to register their details online and specify the type of property theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re looking for - location and architectural style, number of bedrooms and bathrooms and of course price range. Details of properties that match their search criteria are then emailed to them directly. Early alert members receive benefits - such as scheduled inspection times and notifications of offers. This allows your Property Manager to maintain dialogue with prospective tenants and increase their familiarity with your property.

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Templestowe 13/411 Church Road

3 A 2 B 1+1 C

Lifestyle and Location Set in a quiet villa enclave, this single-level is close to Templestowe Village and top schools. It comprises a generous lounge/ dining, separate kitchen/meals, three bedrooms incl. master w/ensuite and spacious courtyard. With a bit of TLC, this home can become a true gem.

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Templestowe Lower 2/246 High Street

3 A 2 B 1+1 C

Convenient and Spacious Single Level Auction Inspect Call

Sat 11th April 12:00pm (if not sold prior) Thurs 4:00-4:30pm Sat 2:00-2:30pm Brenton Linmeiers 0412 791 546

Set amongst tranquil grounds, this spacious single-level unit comprises a large, light-filled living area, timber kitchen, master suite with WIR and two additional bedrooms. Schools and Macedon Square are just steps away.

Auction Inspect Call

Sat 18th April at 2:00pm (if not sold prior) Thur 4:00-4:30pm Sat 2:30-3:00pm Linda Linmeiers 0419 318 636 Alex Dyson 0417 390 296

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51-53 TALFORD STREET, DONCASTER EAST PRICES FROM: $400,000 1 BED - $530,000 2 BED WELCOME TO PESCARA Exceptional Luxury in a 5-Star Setting Imagine living on a tranquil street, steps from Tunstall Square’s lively shopping hub and a short walk to top schools, medical centres and parkland. PESCARA features 23 luxurious 1-3 bedroom apartments, ideal for families, young professionals and downsizers - a secure investment in a prime position!

Contact Scott George on 0410 753 549 or sgeorge@parkesproperty.com.au

> Substantial balconies, many with views, or generous ground floor gardens > Gourmet kitchens with Miele appliances and Caesar Stone benches > Generously-sized, functional open floorplans > Solid Tasmanian oak floors > Secure undercover carspaces with storage > Built by De Felice Brothers PTY LTD, with over 50 years experience

Sales 9840 1111 • Rentals 9848 1100 906-908 Doncaster Road, Doncaster East, VIC 3109

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WARRANDYTE 10 Pygmalion Rise 5

A well kept secret, tucked away in an elite enclave of Warrandyte homes, this grand and graciously set 80 squares approx home delivers the ultimate in tranquility and privacy for your family. Classic elegant spaces streamed with natural light are complemented by its unique bush environ. Lounge and Formal Dining merge with open plan granite Kitchen, Family/Meals, with butler´s pantry. Additional family space is offered with Rumpus/Billiard domain and home theatre with Kitchen. Merging outdoors to a solar heated inground pool. Close to shops, restaurants and services and a range of schools. Minutes to the Yarra River, buses and freeway.

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Doncaster 8841 4888

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Park Orchards 36-38 South Valley Road “terra Murus” a slice of ‘Grand designs’ in Park orchards a striking architectural statement from the award winning design team at Pleysier Perkins, set on around 2/3 aCRe of professionally landscaped privacy…a combination unlike anything you’ve seen before. Combining walls of glass, rammed earth walls, spotted gum floors and an overall commitment to quality that defies description, this substantial luxury home provides 4 bedrooms and a home office, (incl fully self-contained studio zone), 4 stunning bathrooms, 2 kitchens and breathtaking living & entertaining zones and a purpose built media room and cellar. Complete with 4 car garage and a private pool.

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4a METHOD PRICE INSPECT CONTACT

Contact agent for Price Inspect by prior Registration Photo ID required theo Politis 0415 030 088 Spiro drossos 0425 709 479 Doncaster 9842 8888

Warrandyte 24 St Muir Drive Commanding a premier position atop a graceful acre (approx.) allotment with scenic views, this breathtaking single owner 77sq (approx.) residence reflects the prestige associated with its coveted Warrandyte location by delivering a wide single-level floorplan of exceptional proportions. Living areas total three in number and are defined by their fantastic sense of open space, while the seamless integration between the grand openplan living and lengthy undercover area promotes a lifestyle of poolside BBQs. A flat, grassed area also allows for additional car, caravan, boat or trailer storage.

METHOD PRICE INSPECT CONTACT

Saturday 28th March at 11am More than $1,400,000 thu 11.30-12pm & Sat 10.30-11am Photo ID required Adele Kocuk 0412 255 919 Sam Kocuk 0419 311 222 Doncaster 9842 8888

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BlackBurn 66 Main Street When it comes to Blackburn living, it doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get any more central than this iconic Main St location. nor does it get much more historical than this red clinker brick charmer, tightly held over three generations and offering a quintessential Blackburn lifestyle like no other. Blissfully private and tranquil, this flowing three-bedroom residence presents multiple living zones that cater for a host of living requirements. Leadlight windows, ceiling roses, gas fireplace and beautiful high ceilings produce the charm of a bygone era, while a stunning rooftop entertaining area provides an entertaining centrepiece all modern buyers crave.

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METHOD PRICE INSPECT CONTACT

Saturday 4th april at 2pm More than $890,000 thur 5-5.30pm & Sat 12-12.30pm Photo ID required terry Burgoyne 0404 842 771 Jack Stack 0400 434 030 BlackBurn 9878 0222

Doncaster 50 ChurCh road Give your family some extra breathing space with this home of truly grand proportions, which effortlessly blends a vast collection of living areas with zoned generous-sized bedrooms to present the perfect family upgrade in a first-class doncaster location. homebuyers on the hunt for multi-generational living options or a solid investment will also be excited by the prospect of owning a large home with a separate three-bedroom bungalow (with kitchenette and modern bathroom) on site, which could mean two separate rental incomes!

METHOD PRICE INSPECT CONTACT

Saturday 11th april at 3pm $900,000 - $990,000 Thu 12.30-1pm & Sat 4.30-5pm Photo ID required Jack Li 0430 133 425 Chris Manolopoulos 0439 478 825 Doncaster 9842 8888

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TemplesTowe lower 22 SaSSafraS Drive Wonderfully private and tranquil, this classically elegant two-storey home not only offers an abundance of accommodation and flexibility for a growing family, but also a popular location with convenient access to Macedon Square shops, bus transport, ruffey Lake Park, Templestowe village, St Kevinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Primary School, the Park + ride, the eastern freeway and Westfield Shoppingtown. flowing over two levels with four bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, the home features multiple living spaces offering versatility to cater for a range of requirements.

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4a METHOD PRICE INSPECT CONTACT

Sunday 29th March at 12pm $750,000 - $820,000 Thu, Sat & Sun 11.30-12pm Photo ID required Theo Politis 0415 030 088 Michael Steenhuis 0400 499 601 Doncaster 9842 8888

Doncaster 18 ChurCh road Cover all the bases for future success with this smart purchase in a central doncaster location. occupying a desired 669sqm (approx.) corner allotment, the opportunity to develop now or in the future means you have the luxury of time on your side (STCa). In the meantime, you could line your pockets with an attractive stream of income by leasing the property. however, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a very good chance youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll want to move your family straight in given its pristine presentation and suitability for the young, growing family.

METHOD PRICE INSPECT CONTACT

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Exceeding Expectations. Outstanding Results... ! D OL

27 O’Shannessy Street, NUNAWADING SOLD: $1,005,000

52-54 Fulton Road, BLACKBURN SOUTH SOLD: $2,430,000

12 Raleigh Street, BLACKBURN SOUTH SOLD: $1,388,000

54 Owen Street, MITCHAM SOLD: $1,272,000

6 Fuller Street, MITCHAM SOLD: $1,080,000

7 Tara Avenue, BLACKBURN SOLD: $1,020,000

30 Foch Street, BOX HILL SOUTH SOLD: $1,166,000

3 O’Shannessy Street, NUNAWADING SOLD: $1,050,000

12 Ashcroft Grove, BLACKBURN SOUTH SOLD: $1,120,000

18 Ireland Street, Burwood

$1,780,000

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To see how we can help you exceed your expectations, call: T Terry Burgoyne

John Stack

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Managing Director & Auctioneer

Licensed Estate Agent & Auctioneer

Barry Plant Whitehorse

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Park Orchards 22 Arundel roAd Venture beyond the stately stone pillars and meander through the tree-lined driveway to discover a private world of indulgence and natural beauty, known as â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Kareelaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. Crafted in the character of a country ranch by offering a timeless interior filled with light, abundant space and garden outlooks, it accurately captures the essence of rural living with its blissful serenity and nature-inspired surrounds yet is only a short stroll from local amenities.

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Box Hill SoutH 2/111 ElEy Road Space, style and a central location combine in perfect harmony to offer a stylish low maintenance home filled with class and quality. Bi-fold doors open fully to unite the stunning open-plan setting with a private alfresco for seamless indoor-outdoor living, while the ground-floor positioning of a luxurious Master bedroom is perfect for downsizers. Intelligent design also extends to the upstairs layout, where a central retreat acts as a buffer between the two spacious bedrooms. Furthermore, this standout residence boasts a gourmet kitchen, family living with open fireplace, separate laundry, split-system heating and cooling and double car garage.

Saturday 28th March at 3pm $980,000 - $1,050,000 Thu 1.30-2pm & Sat 2.30-3pm Photo ID required James Hatzolos 0418 518 694 Adele Kocuk 0412 255 919 Doncaster 9842 8888

METHOD PRICE INSPECT CONTACT

Saturday 28th March at 11am Contact agent for Price Thur 5-5.30pm & Sat 10.30-11am Photo ID required John Stack 0402 443 312 Kane Penhalluriack 0406 556 445 BlackBurn 9878 0222

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NuNawadiNg 2/160 Junction Road Superbly renovated to capture all that is great about modern living in a location offering convenient access to trendy cafes, transport and north Blackburn Shopping centre, this low maintenance two-bedroom unit is packed with plenty of wow factor. an inviting sunkissed lounge leads you to an open modern kitchen, which extends onto a super cool entertaining alfresco for effortless indoor-outdoor entertaining. Bedrooms feature plush carpet flooring, and with two stylish bathrooms at your service (Master with ensuite), youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll never have to wait in line to use the bathroom!

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Doncaster east 5 Oran COurt Set in a tranquil court with convenience all around, this superbly presented split-level residence embraces everything you desire in a quintessential family lifestyle. Excellent access to the Pines, transport, the Eastern Freeway, parkland and schools is enough to tempt the growing family on its own. But when you factor in the generous offering of space, modern comfort and exceptional outdoor entertaining set-up, this is a home that caters for your every need.

Saturday 28th March at 10am More than $420,000 thur 3-3.30pm & Sat 9.30-10am Photo ID required John Stack 0402 443 312 Barrie Quilligan 0431 480 352 BlackBurn 9878 0222

METHOD PRICE INSPECT CONTACT

Saturday 28th March at 12pm $950,000 - $1,020,000 thu 4.30-5pm & Sat 11.30-12pm Photo ID required Jack Li 0430 133 425 adele Kocuk 0412 255 919 Doncaster 9842 8888

TemplesTowe 5 DewponD Court Designed around family living with its zoned single-level layout and premium court location, enjoy a quintessential family lifestyle inside this exceptional templestowe residence. excellent craftsmanship and quality fixtures are hallmarks of the renovated Master ensuite and cookâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kitchen, while formal and informal living areas, zoned bedrooms, bold architectural elements and leafy garden aspects all combine to present an interior thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s breathtakingly beautiful and highly functional for everyday family living.

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BlackBurn South 148 Middleborough road First class in opportunity and location, be the one to help this blank canvas realise its full potential by catapulting it into the modern era with a stylish makeover or a trendy development (STCa). Measuring an excellent 729sqm (approx.), the chance is a golden one to clear the land and develop (STCa) something worthy of the prized location, which enjoys walking distance access to bus transport, the 75 tram, burwood heights Shopping Centre and orchard grove reserve and is only minutes away from schools, deakin university, the eastern Freeway and burwood one Shopping Centre.

Saturday 18th April at 12pm $800,000 - $880,000 Sat 2.30-3pm Photo ID required Jim Kapsalis 0488 837 653 James Hatzolos 0418 518 694 Doncaster 9842 8888

METHOD PRICE INSPECT CONTACT

Saturday 28th March at 12pm unless sold prior Contact agent for Price Thur 2-2.30pm & Sat 11.30am-12pm Photo ID required John Stack 0402 443 312 Kane Penhalluriack 0406 556 445 BlackBurn 9878 0222

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NuNawadiNg 20 Menin Road Private and secure, charming and spacious, treat your family to a timeless living experience inside this period weatherboard classic, dressed with the character of a bygone era in a coveted nunawading location thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s well equipped to handle the demands of a modern family lifestyle. an original interior with multiple living areas, open kitchen and spacious bedrooms has been extended over the years to provide more space for a growing family, yet thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s still plenty of value built into the home which grants the future occupant an excellent opportunity to further modernise this potential-rich residence.

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Doncaster east 6 Polaris Drive Three magnificent living zones, four spacious bedrooms plus study, first-class outdoor entertaining and a picturesque allotment hallmarked by its outstanding privacy combine in perfect fashion to present an enticing option for families chasing the ideal upgrade within a short stroll of the trendy Donburn shopping strip, east Doncaster secondary College and transport. all living areas are designed to integrate with a central entertaining deck, while renovated bathrooms create a luxurious feel that all occupants can enjoy.

Saturday 11th april at 12.30pm More Than $570,000 Thur 6-6.30pm & Sat 3-3.30pm Photo ID required John Stack 0402 443 312 Kane Penhalluriack 0406 556 445 BlackBurn 9878 0222

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saturday 28th March at 11am $800,000 - $880,000 Thu 12.30-1pm & sat 10.30-11am Photo ID required ericka Wong 0411 472 849 James Hatzolos 0418 518 694 Doncaster 9842 8888

TemplesTowe lower 5 Sylvia Street a golden opportunity presents itself with this incredible find in a coveted location. Standing on a huge 790sqm (approx.) allotment with blank canvas appeal written all over it, options are bountiful for the smart buyer of this potential-rich brick veneer home (StCa). Presenting a deceptively large original interior hallmarked by its architectural edge, creative types have an excellent chance to convert the split-level layout into a celebration of modern living by introducing contemporary upgrades throughout.

METHOD PRICE INSPECT CONTACT

Doncaster 92 Ayr Street A masterful renovation, low maintenance living and a stellar location combine to present a magnificent opportunity for young professionals and downsizers searching for a home that packages style, space and comfort with a world of convenience at their fingertips! A striking interior is defined by its stunning open plan setting and polished Jarrah timber floorboards, while step outside and an entertainerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s haven awaits with two outdoor settings promising to deliver the ultimate outdoor entertaining experience.

Saturday 11th april at 11am $770,000 - $820,000 thu 2.30-3pm & Sat 11.30-12pm Photo ID required Mark Di Giulio 0407 863 179 lisa yeung 0422 677 033 Doncaster 9842 8888

METHOD PRICE INSPECT CONTACT

Saturday 18th April at 11am $700,000 - $770,000 thu & Sat 11.30-12pm Photo ID required George Pangalos 0430 060 123 raymond rui 0431 544 575 Doncaster 9842 8888

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Get your FREE photo with the Easter Bunny! The Easter Bunny will be at Barry Plant at 88 South Parade, Blackburn on Wednesday 1st April, 11am-1pm

•Easter eggs for every child! •FREE photo for you to keep! •Colouring in competition (see opposite page)

Barry Plant Blackburn 9878 0222 88 South Parade, Blackburn

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Easter Colouring Competition!

Please complete details below and hand in or post your entry to your local Barry Plant office (Blackburn or Doncaster East). Childs Name:_________________________ Childs Age: ____________ Parent/Guardians Name: ____________________________ Surname: ____________________________________ Email: _____________________________________________________________ Phone: ___________________________________ Address: ______________________________________________________________ Competition open to children aged 12 and under. Entries close Wednesday 1st April at 5.30pm. Winners will be notified by email on Thursday 2nd April. 1ST PRIZE: EASTER HAMPER VALUED AT $100 2ND PRIZE: EASTER HAMPER VALUED AT $50 3RD PRIZE: EASTER HAMPER VALUED AT $30 * Both Blackburn and Doncaster East offices with be awarding 1st, 2nd and 3rd prizes - total of 6 prizes to be won! Blackburn Office: 88 South Parade, Blackburn | Doncaster East Office: 250 Blackburn Road, Doncaster East

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Doncaster east

6 HomebusH Court

Ground floor master bedroom - doncaster east HiGH zone

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Exquisite, modern, convenient, complete stunning 3 bedroom home with ground floor master suite. Fresh, modern finishes utilising glass, ceramics, stone & stainless steel are all combined with careful design to wonderful effect. Formal sitting area, very spacious open plan kitchen/meals/family areas opening to a private patio and outdoor area. Intercom, ducted vacuum, air conditioning & alarm.

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