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Virginia trioli \ THE ART OF GROWTH

hy is it that when a proud parent pins up a beneficial ventures that need support at inception and a child’s schoolwork on their office wall, it’s flourishing industry to carry them along. Art education, never a perfect-score maths test or a brilliant argues Crean, is central to this. science report? Instead, it is always art – from the Universal arts education – art as part of the national very first scratchings in preschool, to the fully blown curriculum from primary school – might prove to be painting or photograph of secondary school. Art is the one of the most important elements of this new national window into a child’s creativity and imagination, focus on the arts. When I was discussing this and that is what we are always so moved to much-expected policy with various arts figures – a good witness that we want to share it with everyone great and small – they all, to a person, insisted working we can. that unless there was a whole lot of new The federal government’s long-awaited money associated with it, then the document life can be arts and cultural policy puts art education would be just a bunch of “blah, blah, blah” – had in and early exposure to culture at the centre and they are right, in part. the arts of a document that few seem to have much It seems to me that Crean is trying to argue complaint about – particularly when it comes something even deeper: that unless you show with a swag of new money. Australians from childhood how important the In a sign of how tight the times are, Arts Minister internal creative world is in all of us, then you’ll never Simon Crean has managed to scratch together achieve the kind of fulfilled and talented society that $235 million – $195 million of it is new money – by modern Australia should be. Yes, the money also needs cadging existing funds from various other portfolios to be there to help those who have been inspired in that intersect with his, in order to bring about a policy this way to establish an economically sound career, that argues that the arts in Australia have grown and there is some of that: for example, the Regional into mature, multidisciplinary and economically Development Australia Fund ($40 million) and

$20.8 million for six elite training academies in particular deliver on this promise. But the government is asking those who want financial help to engage with other artists to cross-pollinate ideas and link their creative skills with others – dance and music, theatre and literature – in order to best take advantage of the public funds on offer and to maximise their chances of success. Creative Partnerships Australia (which now takes in the old Australian Business Arts Foundation) has been allocated an additional $8.6 million to encourage new funding models – crowd sourcing and micro loans, for example, so the private sector will have new roles to play here, too. Australia will always struggle with the simple demographic realities of a lack of critical mass: our small population might never be enough to support independently all the arts industries that want to flourish. There will never be enough money, public or private, for that. But as Crean seems to be saying, while not everyone can be Cate Blanchett or Peter Weir, a good working life can be had in the arts, if we take it seriously, treat it seriously and embrace it as only a thoughtful, mature country can. \

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Cover Story Tom Elliott has a famous surname but he’s making his own history. PETER WILMOTH found out how

t’s said an apple doesn’t fall too far from the tree, but sitting here with Tom Elliott I’m telling you that’s wrong. On so many levels. The apple has fallen a hell of a long way. The 42-year-old son of John Elliott could not be more different to the old man. For starters, Tom’s into psychedelic music, the so-called “shoegazing” style out of Britain in the late ’80s. He’s reasonably moderate politically (Elliott the elder once accused his son of being a socialist) and he’s a hip, modern guy. A friend of mine even described him as “eye candy”, an epithet never given a huge workout for Elliott the elder. No doubt, Tom Elliott is his own man, with strong and fascinating views on his famous father (and mother, the one-time state Liberal MP Lorraine Elliott), and the world around him. But first let’s get to know the man who has replaced a not-thrilled Derryn Hinch in the Drive slot on 3AW. We are talking in Elliott’s Collins Street office (he is a non-executive director of a firm called Beulah Capital, a private wealth-management group and, as well as his radio program, he has a two-morning-a-week role overseeing investment strategy). Elliott is charming, relaxed and effortlessly conversational. He’s dressed casually because he’s ridden his bike in. I had suggested we meet in a café but he nominated his office. “I’m a bit old-fashioned,” he said. Finally he sounded just a tiny bit like his father. Tom Elliott grew up in Balwyn and Canterbury, one of five children. It was a privileged upbringing, but his parents made sure money didn’t scramble good values. “We had a pretty conventional, middle-class upbringing,” he says. “I went to Carey (Grammar) from prep, 1973-1985. My sister went there when it went co-ed.” When Tom was at school, his father was one of the most influential figures in the country. “Dad obviously, in the ’80s, became quite a big and powerful, successful figure, very well known. In 1987 he was president of Carlton when they won the flag, head of Elders IXL, by sales the second-biggest company in Australia, and he was president of the Liberal Party. It seemed as though he had this trifecta of business, politics and sport. “Dad was away a lot. My mother really brought us up and did a great job. Both my parents, having come from sort of lower middle-class backgrounds, were pretty old-fashioned in their values. We never had religion rammed down our throats, we never had schoolwork rammed down our throats. I got good marks but it was never my parents standing over me saying ‘You have to do this’. It was up to us.” He says the family was well-off but the children weren’t spoilt. “Dad always made it clear he would never buy us a car, would never buy us a house, would never give us money. We had to work. “But he said ‘We’ll go overseas every year and you’ll see the world and you’ll get as good an education as you want, as high as you want to go’, he would fund it. “I was lucky enough to go to Oxford and I saw plenty of people who have done brilliantly since and I’ve seen plenty of people who have done absolutely nothing with their lives, notwithstanding the fact that they had a great education.” Elliott lived overseas for three years, in the US and Canada, before two years at Oxford University doing a bachelor of arts in philosophy, politics and economics. Did he feel the pressure of being John’s son? “There was a bit of that, probably in the late ’80s, early ’90s. I was in my early 20s … dad and mum had always made it clear that we had to do our own thing in life. Dad didn’t want me to go to Oxford, he thought it was a 6 The weekly review \ March 20, 2013

waste, but mum said ‘You’d love it’,’’ he says. “I think mum had a rather romantic notion of what it would be like. I remember when I came back, she said ‘You still sound exactly the same, that’s a bit disappointing’, that I would acquire some English accent.” What, come back sounding like Sebastian Flyte from Brideshead Revisited? “That’s exactly what I thought. Being wheeled around in a bathchair clutching a teddy bear wearing a cricket blazer.” The kids were taken around the world. “Dad took me to the Soviet Union in 1987 – he was on some trade visit and I just went along. Real eye-opener. Anyone these days who says they’re in favour of socialism, I say I saw it when it was real and it ain’t that good.” Elliott worked as a stockbroker in the 1980s and then a funds manager. He fell into broadcasting at community radio 3RRR. “That’s been a great teacher. You only have to look at the list of people who have emerged from 3RRR over the years to see that community radio is a very valuable asset,” he says. He mentioned Kate Langbroek, Dave Hughes, Dave O’Neil, John Safran, Angus Sampson, Sam Pang and Adam Zwar. “We all came out of the ’90s and early 2000s from 3RRR and worked together at different times. “I do remember the sliding-door moment in ’93 when I met a friend from university – I hadn’t seen her for a while – Kate Paton. She was quite big in TV but at that time was reading the news at 3RRR,” he says. “I said ‘It’s great that you do that’ and she said ‘We’re looking for people to come and do segments. Would you be interested?’. I thought about it for a couple of weeks, then thought ‘Bugger it, I should give this a go’. If I hadn’t done that I’m not sure I would have got into broadcasting.”

ast year’s ABC series Agony Uncles featured one of Australia’s more interesting double acts when John and Tom Elliott appeared on the program together, offering their often different views on being a man. The pair was “discovered” by Agony producer Adam Zwar. “I was hosting the weekend show on 3AW and someone couldn’t come in one day and I said to dad, ‘Could you come in for half an hour?’ And the phones rang off the hook – this is a Sunday afternoon, it’s usually fairly quiet. It was funny and I enjoyed this and I said to the program manager, ‘Could we have dad on regularly?’ So half an hour tuned into an hour and on that show it was the highest-rating show by a long way,” Elliott says. “We sort of built this rather interesting rapport and it’s an odd one because I’m the host and he’s the guest. So I’m the one who has to direct traffic and he just says whatever he feels like. “He now does a regular segment on Drive on Thursdays. We built an interesting relationship like that. I don’t debate things with him too much, I just sort of throw ideas out there and he just reacts.” John Elliott has transformed himself, almost into a professional grumpy old man. “I don’t know whether he’s re-invented himself so much as having just evolved into one,” Elliott says. “He doesn’t like to admit it, but he’s 71 now and men of his age and ilk do tend to become a bit grumpy and set in their ways.” Their differences are why they work as a double act. “I remember dad once called me a socialist, which in our family is a serious insult – socialist, Collingwood supporter, the lowest of the low.” What did Tom do to deserve that? “It was just after I’d finished my masters degree, maybe advocating

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some sort of fairer distribution of income, something like that.” Tom offers an unvarnished portrait of his father. “Dad and I … I wouldn’t say we were estranged, but he and mum split up in the mid-’80s. “I think we were all a bit angry with dad about that, about the break-up. It is natural. One of the things you realise as you get older, your parents are only human as well. They make mistakes. To think they’re perfect is the wrong thing to do. Even as a little kid you probably do think the sun shines out of their bum. As you get older you realise they are imperfect people as well.” I asked Elliott if it was difficult to develop his own political philosophy given his father’s was so well-known. “Not really,” he says. “My sister is much more political than I am. She’s quite involved with the Liberal Party. I’m not at all. I’ve been a member on and off. I’m not a member at the moment.” Lorraine Elliott was a member of state parliament during what Tom Elliott calls “the glory years of the Kennett administration”. She left politics in 2002. “Because mum was the one who brought us up more, I probably inherited more of her feelings about things.” He’s not tempted by politics. “People always say ‘Why don’t you go into politics?’. Well, having seen it up close … actually it’s a terrible job.”

t 3AW he brings a different style to his predecessor Derryn Hinch. “In the past I thought there was too much – sermonising’s not the right word – but ‘This is what you need to hear’, sort of thing. I like to have it a bit more interactive. “I probably see the world a little greyer (than Derryn does). I certainly have my opinions but you’ve got to realise that other people have opinions too. There’s always at least two sides, sometimes more, to a story.” Is Elliott a good listener? “I think I’ve got better at it. When I was younger and dumber I was more convinced of my own opinions … I’ve changed my mind on certain issues. Neil Mitchell gave me some very good advice when I started hosting back in ’06. He wrote me a short letter and the last thing he said was ‘Remember to listen’, and he underlined it.” Elliott met Channel Nine journalist Elise Mooney after he released a compilation CD of psychedelic music. “Elise bought it and liked it and my email address might have been somewhere in the sleeve notes, and she got in contact with me,” he says. “We had a shared love of music, which is always a good start and we’ve been together ever since.” The pair have a daughter, Ava, 3, who recently started kinder. The Elliotts will soon move into the Fitzroy house they’ve been renovating. He’s ready for his life of broadcasting and family life. At 42 with a three-year-old, Elliott is an older dad. “I was like a lot of people, I let that side of life kind of trundle along. I thought I’d probably have kids one day. Then I realised ‘Oh God, I’m turning 40 this year’. I do think our generation is doing things later …” In 2011, I interviewed John Elliott. He told me: “Now Tom’s become a fairly public person … They used to say, ‘You’re the son of John Elliott?’, now it’s ‘You’re the father of Tom Elliott’.” As the son’s profile increases, that question might be asked even more. pwilmoth@theweeklyreview.com.au We Welcome your feedback @

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My view \ THERE ARE SOME THINGS HUMANS ARE NOT MEANT TO DO, SAYS KATRINA HALL

friend who did Febfast said the hardest thing about not drinking was being able to stay up at night without the booze buzz. It’s not that she wasn’t having fun being out and about. More that, in the past, she relied on alcohol for the stimulus, and the sugar, to be able to stay up past 9pm. Alcohol gives you energy, of course, but it also makes time evaporate into thin air. Have a lot of it and it can make you forget that it’s even late. Or that you’ve got to work the next day. My friend said that without it she lost interest in whatever was happening – all she could think about was her cosy, warm bed at home. And I have this theory. For eternity, adults have been fermenting just about everything they can get their hands on – wheat, bark, the honey of a stingless bee. Almost every ancient civilisation we know about gave it a go. And that’s because, without it, no one would have ever been able to stay up much past the time that the sun goes down. We’re just not meant to. Humans are made to be in the cave, in bed by the fire, by 9pm, and if they’re not it’s because they’re up drunk and dancing around it. There just doesn’t appear to be an in-between. And I realised during a flight from Sydney this week, when a woman threatened to vomit, a toddler screamed incessantly and I sat wedged between two large men who were so close to me I could feel the hairs on their arms touching mine, that there are a few other things humans really aren’t made to do. Flying is definitely one. I don’t have a problem with aerodynamics, nor that weird, surreal, existential moment when you realise you’re in the air. It’s the discomfort. Aeroplanes are clever things, they’re just not designed

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to have people in them. Nor are airports. They’re nothing but a series of corridors that lead everywhere, and yet nowhere, and all of them look the same. What’s different is how we navigate them. Suits sprint along like they own those corridors, people on holiday manage the process by drinking beer at breakfast, parents seem to get through the endless foot journey with the help of lollies and Disney activity sets, and anyone over the age of 60 will arrive three hours early, just in case they get lost. Who can blame them – those corridors are hard, man. I don’t think humans were meant to eat wheat or drink milk either, nor should they be employed in the business of door-to-door sales. I’ve just had someone bang on my door right now and it frightened the life out of me. These days, when the doorbell goes off or the landline rings, I jump high and then I realise someone is trying to sell me something. Or it’s my mum. And the other thing that I’m not entirely convinced we should be doing is driving. The amount of faith and trust you need to impart to the universe and every other madman on the road to not make a mistake is just too much, which isn’t such a good thought to have at a busy intersection. So, if we’re not meant to drive, fly, stay up past nine, eat wheat and drink milk and bang on other people’s doors offering them things, we may as well be back in the cave. I’m up for it. \ khall@theweeklyreview.com.au we welcoMe your feedback @

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hen locals have embraced a newcomer, it’s families that show the love best – big tables of patchwork clans, quiet couples, nuclear groups, and a few with plus-ones still sussing out the turf. Add to the mix uncomplicated, well-priced Italian food, charisma aplenty from experienced operators, a gorgeous old building and the formula for domestic dining harmony seems assured. New love (and potential families of the future) will be nurtured here in Mont Albert’s leafy main street. I’m sure of it. Patrick Ciccaldo and Hugo Diaz are old hands, and they admit they love suburban diners. The duo, of Café Bedda fame in Northcote, knows how to turn on the charm, construct a menu and lure diners back again and again. And while their formula sounds transparent enough, it’s one that many others have tried to get right, and failed. It’s more than just good Italian food, loads of variety, budget-friendly prices and accessible wines, but they are the parts of the sum. Ciccaldo, who works front of house, has lived in Mont Albert for 12 years, Diaz, the chef, travels from further north. They had hoped to open a second restaurant, and theirs is now in the space where Ciccaldo’s wife once had her hair cut. Diaz is still cooking in the new venue, which opened in October, alongside Alessandro D’Auria (ex Pizze & Fichi, Kew), who mans the wood-fired pizza oven. Diaz plans to return to Bedda when he finds the right pair of hands to run Centrale. The food at Bedda is strictly Sicilian – and that has worked well for four years – but at Centrale (Ciccaldo pronounces both nicknames much prettier than I do) the menu spans the boot too, from Calabria to Naples, Bologna and further north. There’s a changing array of assaggi that always includes “something potato-based like croquettes or fritters” says Diaz. Our cazzilli (potato croquettes infused with Asiago cheese and diced ham) were fluffy, gooey and golden-crumbed, with a scattering of rice to add body and bits of quality ham for bite. Beside knockout pipi arustiti (roasted red peppers in garlic, basil and olive oil) thinly sliced, not too heavy on the additives and seemingly flavoured by the Mediterranean sun, and acciughe (Sicilian anchovy fillets marinated in olive oil and a white-wine vinegar), they were an agreeable combination of sweet, sour and texture. There’s usually an olive offering, perhaps filled with veal mince, crumbed and fried or marinated in garlic and herbs, a charcuterie selection and maybe arancini or gamberi in padella (whole king prawns with chilli and garlic), but a large portion of the menu changes weekly to retain local interest. Naples-style pizzas – the Bedda/Centrale recipe boasts a thick base and dough rested for up to 72 hours to soften its texture and increase its flavour – feature scant, base-highlighting toppings and are a menu constant. The Vesuvio arrived with the requisite sparse-but-tasty tomato, mozzarella, hot salami, roasted peppers and olives, although ours was missing the chilli

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and thus the name-suggesting heat. The thin, slightly chewy base, puffy, untopped outer edges and more of those fabulous capsicums almost made up for it. The owners have named their favourite pizzas. There’s a Signor Hugo, with porcini, mozzarella, gorgonzola and parmigiano, and a Santo Pasquale with pork and fennel sausage, chilli and chicory. They are among more than a dozen crowd-pleasers. Pastas such as baked ricotta gnocchi, prawn-filled ravioli or Bologna’s classic sauce with tagliatelle change constantly, and the risotto offerings alternate too. Our blushing baby beetroot version was bubbling with goat’s cheese and rocket. As it arrived, my charming Italian waiter insisted that I needed a good red to accompany it and returned rapidly with a Collefrisio Montepulciano from Abruzzo. He was right; it was spot on for pepper and spice.

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a funky italian hideaway, Bomba Stuzzichini e aperitivi specialises in stuzzichini (appetisers) made to share, including the popular sweet corn and braised leek arancini with sun-dried tomato aioli.

The leadlight and copper façade of this quaint brick building is classic Mont albert and it has been given a loving and respectful makeover. Black trim highlights windows, polished concrete floors underscore furniture and subtle lighting creates harmony. Bentwood chairs and bare timber tables are a backdrop for framed prints on bare brick walls and the glow of the domed wood-fired pizza oven. Caged drink racks and hanging glasses embellish the bar area, there’s space upstairs for 32 and a softly lit rear courtyard seats about 10. The train station-related moniker is reflected in signage, menu graphics, branded crockery and a ticket-replica business card. \

The wine offering at Centrale is no-fuss and should please everyone. There are two sparklings, 10 whites, 10 honest reds, five pricier “reserve” reds and four dessert wines. Grappa, limoncello (I was offered that with my dessert by the same astute waiter) and sambuca sit beside five beers and a short list of spirits. It’s mostly Australian and Italian and margins are nipped tight. And the dolce? Calzonetto – a half moon-shaped pizza filled with Nutella and served with vanilla ice-cream – was constantly ferried to those family tables. But a semifreddo al torroncino left us with a serious case of dessert-choice smugness – a heavenly slice of frozen creaminess full of Centrale-style Italian love. \ ltora@theweeklyreview.com.au To read more reviews

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opened 18 months ago by Marc and natalie Ferron, who were former contestants on My Kitchen Rules, Bomba Stuzzichini has an extensive, lovingly crafted menu, which includes homemade gnocchi alla zucca e marsala, delicious pastas and risotti, as well as zeppole (italian doughnuts) with lemon curd and strawberry jam that definitely hit the spot. an elegant drinks list accompanies the menu, with beers ranging from local

Kooinda Valhalla golden ale to Spain’s fine Estrella inedit brew. There is a lunch special on Fridays, and a nightly chef’s selection degustation, including three or seven stuzzichini plus a choice of two pasta or risotto dishes from $31. opening hours: Tuesday to Saturday, 5.30-10pm, and Friday from noon for lunch. \ » www.bombarestaurant.com.au March 20, 2013 \ The weekly review 11

beauty scribe \ Dhav NaiDu iNvESTiGaTES a NEW PhENOMENON start scrubbing your skin like you would your floor, an inbuilt safety feature stops the Clarisonic. Another feature is that the waterproof tool will start beeping after being held in the one spot for 20 seconds to let you know to move to another position. Dr Akridge says “a small percentage will experience a few pimples as the skin is stimulated, but persevere. For those who think the brush too aggressive, it is because they are not wetting the brush before use or not using enough cleanser.” Sometimes meeting at a local diner and scribbling on napkins can lead to unbelievable success – as realised by the team behind the Clarisonic. Dr Akridge and his my email colleagues are not resting inbox on their laurels. He almost predicts that the trend where professional exploded treatments are transferred into retail products will continue. The danger with that is you will never get the same level of care that you get from a professional. This constant tinkering may be the nerd in him as he smiles with a cheeky twinkle in his eyes, but the success of this device is sealed for years to come. Beauty behemoth L’Oréal recently acquired the Clarisonic and Dr Akridge is elated with all the possibilities. \ dnaidu@theweeklyreview.com.au to read more revieWs

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ever before have I caused so much excitement and enthusiasm, and some scepticism, that my email inbox almost exploded. The fuse was lit by my feature on the Clarisonic a few weeks ago. So what is the Clarisonic? It is a hand-held electrical device that you use for cleaning your face. So why all the fuss and what is so revolutionary about it? The beauty of this electrical marvel is what you don’t see. A company in Seattle set the beauty world abuzz with the launch of the Clarisonic. It’s been lauded by the likes of Lady Gaga, Oprah Winfrey and just about anyone who’s who in Hollywood. All this for a cleansing machine! Well may you roll your eyes. The Clarisonic uses a patented sonic frequency of more than 300 movements a second to clean, soften and smooth skin. Even better than a media release, I got to meet and interview the co-creator and founder, Dr Robb Akridge (right). He received his PhD in immunology from Texas A&M (Agricultural and Mechanical) University and has spent more than 25 years in medical and health research. Dr Akridge says: “It is not a huge leap from immunology to skincare. Immunology is a broad field. Your skin still has bacteria all over it. People do not like to think about it as they think it is gross. “You should really view your skin as a tropical forest. If it is not in balance, bad things begin to happen. So when it came to designing the Clarisonic, my background helped to see to the efficacy and safety of the device.” The dawn of the Clarisonic age followed the success of the sonic toothbrush. Dr Akridge says initially there was no intention of taking the toothbrush and turning it into a face brush. “We were looking at market trends in the skincare world and how to best move and cleanse the skin. We settled on sonic instead of LED (light-emitting diode) since we already have extensive background on it.” So why is cleansing the face so important? It removes dirt and grime and readies the face for skincare treatments. The Clarisonic does a better job than manual cleansing and all in 60 seconds. The face, Dr Akridge says, is the first impression. “If you want to make a difference in how people perceive you, then always take care of your face. It is the holy grail of skin care and at Clarisonic we take cleansing very seriously. It is the foundation of good skin health.” It is impossible to be too brutal on your face or over-cleanse with the Clarisonic. He says if you

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the look Street-style photographer and blogger Candice Lake comes to Melbourne for LMFF to promote her latest collaboration with Westfield. She’s got her own style down pat, always opts for clean lines and simple silhouettes and, of course, she’s never without a camera.

bit. I love a good pop of colour. Knowing silhouettes that work for you is a must, and I am a big fan of clean lines and something bold.” Lake began modelling at 20, having appeared in campaigns for Ralph Lauren, Versus for Versace and J. Mendel and walked on the international catwalks of Fendi and Chanel. But it’s her love of photography that has seen her make modelling a part-time pursuit. Her Westfield collaboration combines her photographs with a film campaign titled Fashion Lust, directed by Gracie Otto and starring rugby league’s David Williams in his debut on-screen role. Fashion Lust showcases the stellar line-up of Westfield brands including Willow, Zimmermann, Arthur Galan, Ginger & Smart, Sass & Bide, Bottega Veneta, Gucci and Jimmy Choo. “It’s such an interesting concept; it’s not just about modelling,” says Lake. “It’s a whole creative package.” \ jrocca@theweeklyreview.com.au » candicelake.com » www.westfield.com.au

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treet-style photographer and now part-time model Candice Lake is on a winning streak. She might call London home (and has since 2009) but with family in Brisbane, she’s always finding her way back and this time arrives in Australia to collaborate with Westfield. Let it be known, Lake is everywhere. She runs a successful blog, got the attention of British Vogue online and now travels the globe shooting street-style photos for its website every time there’s a fashion week to chase. She can be found in the front rows of international shows and scouts the next most interesting person to snap. This season she’s the face of Westfield in Melbourne and Sydney and is here to promote the power of street styling for its autumn/winter 2013 campaign. Street style isn’t about highbrow or lowbrow labels – it’s merely an art that sees a bit of both find its way into your own style with cues often taken from catwalk trends. I caught up with Lake recently while she was visiting Melbourne to be part of the Westfield campaign. “I was actually posting images online from the shoot and was told to take them down because it was all very hush at the time,” says a chirpy Lake, eager to be the first to break news via Twitter to her devout followers. “What I love about being in Melbourne is that it really is the fashion capital of Australia,” she says “It’s very European and chic. The clothes we shot show the diverse nature of Melbourne from big personality pieces to cool labels both locally and international.” Before arriving in Melbourne for the L’Oréal Melbourne Fashion Festival, Lake shuffled between London, New York and Paris for each of their respective fashion weeks. “I love travelling because you see how incredibly different each city is but how close and interconnected we are,” she says of the jet-setting lifestyle. “I find travel very exciting, It’s like small subcultures around the world existing on their own and I love seeing how they each interpret fashion. I never get bored jumping on a plane.” She’s been running her blog since 2011 and says the popularity of street-style photography is on the rise. “It is a lot more prevalent now than when I started,” she says. “You see huge amounts of people outside of fashion shows doing photography. I guess you could say street style is the translation of our fantasy into reality. “People love it because it is hard to interpret the Prada runway into real life, but not so hard to acquire street style when you’re photographing editors and other fashion people and seeing what they do with fashion. I think that’s why it’s been a success.” Lake (who is also launching Bonds in the British market) is also one of the few who can say that she has modelled for Alberta Ferretti in Milan just last year. She says street style is all about embracing what works for you: “It’s about knowing your style and pushing it a

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Books \ NICOLAS ROTHWELL CEMENTS HIS

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he 2013 fiction list indicates this shadow across the rest of the book. will be a momentous year for The narrator is deeply influenced by Haffner’s Australian publishers reflections of his time as a prisoner on Stalin’s gruelling and writers. White Sea canal project, the Belomor Canal, where The Rosie Project by Graeme 12,000 people lost their lives. Simsion, Burial Rites by Hannah “If the world is pulverised, isn’t it for us to piece Kent, Cat & Fiddle by Lesley together the broken shards?” Haffner asks his young Jorgensen, The Childhood of visitors. “We have to sift, and search, and gather Jesus by J.M. Coetzee, The up. To find the scattered pieces that belong “I’m Railwayman’s Wife by together. To make our way through time, Ashley Hay, The Game by Trevor Shearston, searching constantly, seeking for the echoes working The Memory Trap by Andrea Goldsmith, that come to us, the parallels …” on a kind plus new novels by Chris Womersley, Alexis The rest of the book unfolds as a series of thesis” Wright and Richard Flanagan are just some of of adventures – set mainly in the Northern the local offerings arriving in our shop. Territory – in which a colourful cast of One new release is journalist Nicolas Rothwell’s characters allows the narrator to explore further the Belomor, a work of fiction that draws strongly on the “scattered pieces that belong together” to which Haffner author’s own experiences in Europe and Australia’s Top refers. End. Rothwell is The Australian’s award-winning Darwin This complex and consuming story is divided into correspondent. He told ABC radio last month that four chapters. Each section represents a separate journey fiction writing allows him to “put forward the way that I by a key protagonist, while the unnamed narrator – a see the world, the way that the world comes into me”. detached observer on his own quiet quest to discover the “In my life in northern Australia, and my movements meaning of life – provides a link between each chapter. around the remoter parts of the country and in the The tale begins in 1987 when the narrator travels centre, I am constantly filled up with sights and themes to Dresden by train on a reporting assignment. His which can’t be expressed in journalism. companion, Berenika, is a Polish peace activist who “I feel they go well in the form of a novel or a introduces him to an old Marxist professor – “more quasi-novel or a tale – something which has got of a philosopher,’’ Berenika explains. “I’d have to say episodes drawn from all over the world. And I’m he helped me to see very far: he opened up views and working on a kind of thesis – that we live seeking perspectives inside my head.” pattern, seeking meaning.” \ cperkin@theweeklyreview.com.au Enter Stefan Haffner, whose presence casts a gentle

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Contrary to the current batch of diet books, this one by British nutritionist Dale Pinnock is not about what you cannot eat but instead what you eat to be healthy and energised. Pinnock draws on the ancient practices of Chinese herbal medicine and Indian Ayurvedic medicine to build his argument that some foods act as a therapeutic tool. This selection of 80 easy-to-prepare, delicious meals (“heart-healthy tuna Niçoise salad”, smoked trout and quinoa salad, Thai green vegetable curry) pays tribute to those foods and reminds readers about the simple life-saving recipes modern families can adapt, prepare and taste. \

We love Queensland author and illustrator Christine Sharp’s new addition to the Australian picture-book category. Bea is a delightful character whose individuality and creativity set her apart from the rest of the flock. While the other birds peck at ants and watch worms wiggle, Bea is baking biscuits and buns. Whimsical illustrations and the creative use of text allow the story of Bea to fly. \

Congratulations to South Australian-born author Lesley Jorgensen for taking on the British landed gentry lord-of-the-manor comedy genre in her first novel – and succeeding. The country estate of Bourne Abbey is the setting for her story, described in one recent review as “a big-hearted, clamorous comedy of East-meets-West”. Can Dr Choudhury help Henry Bourne save the abbey from collapse? Will Mrs Choudhury manage to marry off her three children? And what of Richard, Henry’s older brother who gave up his inheritance but finds himself increasingly drawn to his old family home? \

You’ve seen the film (or if you haven’t, you should!), now read the account of CIA operative Tony Mendez’s 1979 rescue of six American consulate staff who escaped during the Iranian militants’ takeover of the US embassy in Tehran, then hid in diplomats’ homes. Disguised as a film producer and backed by a team of undercover agents, Mendez travelled to Tehran pretending to scout for locations for his fake movie, Argo. The book is as thrilling as this year’s best-picture Oscar winner. \

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Under the radar \ Myke bartlett reviews the latest top pick

exhibition Performative Prints From The Torres Strait \ Arts Centre Melbourne, Gallery 1, Opens March 23, Free. » www.artscentremelbourne.com.au Staged in Art Centre’s Gallery One, this new exhibition combines traditional performance and visual art in an innovative display of the best of contemporary indigenous culture. Alongside enormous eight-metre linoprints, colourful masks and elaborate headdresses, the gallery will host new theatrical works from prominent Torres Strait Islander artists. Next month will see special performances by Alick Tipoti and the Badu Island Zugubal Traditional Dancers, bringing to life the links between islander dance and their artworks. \

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The premise of this new Antipodean series feels deeply familiar: a young girl disappears from a remote community, leading to an investigation that uncovers a web of secrets. In this case, the small town is set in the mountains of New Zealand’s north island – Hobbit country – and the young girl is a pregnant 12-year-old. Despite being built on a familiar hook, the return to television by writer and director Jane Campion is anything but old hat. Instead, she uses a well-worn map to jaunt off in surprising, fresh and slightly weird directions. There’s more than a hint of Twin Peaks here, although Top of the Lake feels far more grounded. Star Elizabeth Moss (Peggy from Mad Men) has a decent stab at the New Zealand accent, bringing a warm tenderness to her flawed detective, whose strident exterior belies an ancient hurt. David Wenham is gruffly endearing as her somewhat suspect colleague, while Peter Mullan is terrifying as the town’s unofficial overlord. Campion manages to tease us with glimpses of each character’s secrets, without leaving us feeling alienated. We feel we know them, even if we don’t really know them at all. While the direction is faultless – sweeping cinematic shots making the most of the extraordinary setting – it is the writing that truly sets the series apart. Not only is it, to date, the best thing on television this year, it’s also one of the finest Australian productions (or co-productions) in a decade. We have so many top-notch actors and directors, but Top of the Lake illustrates how much better our telly could be if it had the scripts to match. \

listening \ Laura Mvula Sing to the Moon (Sony). A bold, brassy debut packed with shiny, soul-flavoured pop. re-evaluating \ I was underwhelmed by Skyfall on its release. The Blu-ray has just about turned me around to its odd blend of nostalgia and innovation. anticipating \ It doesn’t have a local release date yet, but the new album from Britpop glamsters Suede seems to have surprised everyone by being really rather good.

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film A Good Day to Die Hard \ Opens March 21, Rated M, 98 min Âť www.diehardmovie.com

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The superb debut from London trio Daughter isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t so much slow burn as gentle thaw. Tunes glow from beneath three feet of ice, content to keep their distance. Elena Tonraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s voice is fragile but aloof, skating across pristine, often minimalist instrumentation. Yet, for all its apparent coldness, this is a work of barely restrained, dirty passion. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nothing quite as naked and raw as early single Landfill, but when opener Winter finally breaks a sweat, its ragged energy recalls the thrilling heartache of Lambâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Gorecki. Indeed, despite being labelled as folk, Daughterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s work feels more akin to that of the trip-hop duo. The album is a work of mood and rhythm â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a sort of acoustic take on downbeat electronica â&#x20AC;&#x201C; rather than delicate, guitar-plucking singalongs. Beautiful and affecting, the albumâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s chilled charms are epitomised by new single Still. Stirring the cold ashes of an affair, it perfectly evokes the painful push and pull of broken love, with its two lovers inexorably â&#x20AC;&#x153;reaching for each othersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; woundsâ&#x20AC;?. If You Leave resounds with hurt, but is all the more delicious for it. \

There is no shortage of damning reviews of this latest Bruce Willis vehicle. Make no mistake, this is a terrible film. Yet itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also one of the more enjoyable action flicks in ages. The plot is wonderfully implausible. New York cop John McClane (Willis) jets off to Moscow to find his estranged son. Once there, he becomes entangled in a half-arsed plot involving Chernobyl. Any attempt to make McClane a nuanced, vaguely realistic character has gone out the window. Here, he is a psychopathic nuisance, a gun-toting carjacker who takes great joy in killing as many people as possible. Nonetheless, he is the hero. The The plot is action is similarly ridiculous. Trucks jump from wonderfully one freeway tier to another. Our heroes leap from the 10th floor with nary a scratch. implausible If it sounds laughable, it is. I laughed more often and more heartily than during the most recent Judd Apatow effort, usually in the wrong places. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a film that doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know what itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s doing but still does it very well. Of course, Die Hard has always been a franchise built on misfires and cast-offs. The original film was supposed to be a Schwarzenegger sequel and the first four were each based on unrelated novels. In that light, it makes perfect sense that number five should be a cartoonish, deeply silly Bond-style thriller. \

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A star is born: Indigenous singer Tiriki Onus (above) was spotted by chance by indigenous soprano Deborah Cheetham. They are pictured together (left) outside the VCA in Melbourne. (ShAnnOn MOrrIS)

his father’s paintings and sculptures, and by the time he left school had already exhibited in group shows. His path as a visual artist seemed set until that conversation with Cheetham. Five years on, Onus has completed a bachelor of music performance in voice at the VCA and now earns his living as a singer, performing in recitals and concerts, “the bread and butter” of many performers. But the path to a musical career has been a struggle, Onus admitted. “It was a huge amount of work in that I didn’t read music any more. It was especially difficult in the first two years,” he says. Since graduating in 2011, Onus has been awarded the Harold Blair Scholarship from the Dame Nellie Melba Opera Trust. The scholarship provides money for singing lessons, lessons in Italian and German, the main languages of opera, and professional development. Along with other indigenous singers, Don Bemrose, John Wayne Parsons and Shauntaii Batzke, Onus forms the core of Short Black Opera Company, founded by Cheetham in 2009. “I knew Aborigines could sing and I didn’t want to be the only indigenous opera singer,” says Cheetham. “The whole idea behind Short Black Opera was to highlight that there was an incredible depth of talent in Aboriginal artists.” Bemrose, 34, dreamt of singing from the time he won a singing competition at his school on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast. “My grandmother heard that I had topped the class and she showed me a film of Harold Blair. I’d never heard anything like it before. I loved the languages. He was singing in Italian and German,” he says. After that, Bemrose auditioned for a choir. Three months later he was in Japan at an international choral festival representing Australia. He also enrolled in the Wilin Centre’s Spring Intensive course of 2008.

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When I’m not volunteering in my spare time I … play and train for Diamond Creek Force netball club, hang out with my friends, have sleepovers, do lots of drawing and craft and ride my pony Razzamatazz.

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a MASTER AT WORK my interview as well – I think he wanted to make sure my parents were happy with what I was doing,” she says, laughing. Lamb became the first female apprentice for BMW and later the first female qualified technician, too. She is still the only woman in the workshop but says it has never been an issue for her or her workmates. “When I came here I was an apprentice and a mechanic like anyone else in the workshop,” she says. “If I couldn’t lift or undo something I never felt silly asking the guy next door to me for help. And it worked for the guys, too – I’ve got smaller hands so can help them when they need to get into smaller parts of a car.” Customers have also reacted positively when Lamb arrives to help with a mechanical problem. “For a while I worked on our roadside assistance vehicle and I remember being called out to fix a flat tyre for a businessman. He had a big mansion and when I turned up he said ‘So BMW sent you?’ and I said yes,” she remembers. “He smiled because he had a bunch of workmen in his backyard. He turned to them and said, ‘So none of you could change my tyre and BMW has sent a girl to do the job!’ Well, those workmen suddenly came straight out, changed the tyre together and wouldn’t let me do it!” she says, laughing. Working for a prestige international brand has its advantages. After finishing her apprenticeship, Lamb spent a year working for BMW in Vancouver. “At the end of that time my grandmother flew over to meet me and we travelled around Canada for six weeks,” she says.

At home in Yarra Junction, Lamb doesn’t like to be idle either. For the past four years she’s been a volunteer firefighter – again, at her mum’s suggestion. She’s the first lieutenant with Yarra Junction Fire Brigade and has recently been on CFA strike teams in Gippsland. “I was getting into a bit of a rut and needed a new challenge. Mum came home one day and said ‘Mooroolbark CFA is recruiting – put your name down’. Now I’m a qualified wildfire firefighter, structural firefighter, I have breathing apparatus qualifications and I’m about to start a crew leader’s course,” she says. But Lamb is happiest in the workshop, helping a new apprentice improve skills and knowledge, or solving a mechanical problem. “And I work with beautiful prestige cars, which is a definite perk. Road testing a car that has only been released for a week or two is pretty special,” she says. Her favourite BMW? “The M3. Definitely,” she shoots back. “It just goes – and the sound is pretty awesome.” Lamb, who drives a no-nonsense Great Wall 4WD, is hoping her recent success as Australia’s first master technician, will encourage other women to consider a career in the workshop. But she says “girly girls” need not apply – they probably won’t last. “You need physical strength and commonsense, to pay attention to detail and to be able to follow processes and instructions. And you have to be willing to get a little dirty,” says Lamb. “But I’ve never regretted the choice I made. I come to work and get paid to play with cars.” \ smarinos@theweeklyreview.com.au

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scenario \ Experienced rider taking a learner rider out The SMH10 is the nicest intercom I’ve used. With a clear on a mentor session – I’ve done several of these kinds of line of sight there’s a good 500-metre range and the batteries rides. The main problem is information overload at the stops, last long enough for two decent six-hour days on the road when you’re telling the poor learner 10 things to remember between charges (longer if you hook it to your mobile when you go back out there. With an intercom system, phone). Speech quality is astounding, to the point where feedback is immediate and relevant. Turn your indicator off! people on the other end of the phone conversation often have Toes up on the pegs! See that car, the driver’s on the phone, no idea you’re doing 80km/h on the Monash when they call. give it plenty of space and expect it to do stupid things. It’s a The little touches make it – the control design is fantastic. much more effective way to build skills and confidence A giant combo button doubles as a jog dial, and there’s in a learner rider, provided you’re careful to keep the a small thumb button on the rear. It’s easy to find The Sena talk relevant and not make it distracting. and operate with thick gloves. Best of all, most SMH10 important functions have voice prompts. scenario \ You’re taking a new pillion out On the negative side, my kits seem to have is a fine on a quick squirt around town – with a set of inconsistent volumes. That means when you’re piece of kit intercoms, my pre-ride pillion briefing is much hooked in to three or four people, one may be a lot shorter. You can warn them when you’re about to hit louder. This could come down to installation, but it’s the gas or brakes, you can coach them through how to occasionally an issue. Also, the process of pairing more relax and enjoy corners, you can reassure them it’s not their than two headsets is a little laborious, as well as a bit hit and fault when they clang helmets with you in the middle of a miss. We ended up leaving them switched on for short stops. gear change. If they’re a visitor in town, One could also gripe about range – 500 metres is useful, you can show ’em the but it’s a far cry from the 900 metres advertised on the box. sights and tell The fact is, though, that out in the twisties it’s not distance them a few so much as stuff getting in the way that makes conversation stories from impossible. If you disappear a few corners ahead of your the saddle. riding buddies, they pop out of conversation range and voices degrade into a weird digital soup. On the other hand, if you both also have a phone hooked up to your headset, it’s just a matter of voice dialling your buddy if you find yourself off in the bushes and out of range. Voice dialling is simple – you hit the button, wait for the tone and say “call Steve”, at which Siri will tell you “Calling your Hat pack: ex-girlfriend” instead, and you’ll scramble to stop the call. Sena’s SMH10 But I’m well and truly sold on these devices. Of all the Bluetooth motorcycling toys and accessories I’ve thrown money at over headset the years, the Sena SMH10 is a fine piece of kit. \ lblain@theweeklyreview.com.au and helmet

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\ 5 STRINGYBARK ROAD, ELTHAM SOUTH, 3095

f you hit a dirt road less than 30 minutes from the CBD, it’s likely you’re in Eltham South. This is – as many locals would argue – genuine semi-rural living at Melbourne’s most convenient. There’s not much suburban about this area’s soaring gum trees, big bush blocks and worn dirt tracks with names such as Wild Cherry Drive and Laughing Waters Road. Also typical of Eltham South are houses by renowned builder and architect Alistair Knox. Many were built in Knox’s trademark mudbricks, but some were built from other materials such as reclaimed bricks. Such was the case at this property. The 42-year-old split-level house was built from bricks sourced from a dismantled church up Bendigo way. So wonderful is the weathered character of these once-sacred bricks that they are left exposed inside as well as out. They are the natural companion to the hand-crafted clay tiles that line the floors and the timber panels on the cathedral ceilings held up by burly timber beams. In typical Knox fashion, the heaviness of the exposed bricks and timber is offset by plenty of windows and glass doors throughout. Believing that a house should live in its garden and connect its occupants to nature, Knox ensured that every room would have direct access to outside. A wrap-around verandah draws residents outside to enjoy the natural surrounds even when it’s raining. This is, of course, when the bush smells its best. It is easy to see that a lot of time is spent outside at this property. For one, it sits on a 4077-square metre block, which offers the kids plenty to explore. They can build cubbies while mum and dad can relax on the main terrace, taking in the sunset streaming through the leaves. If you’re looking for total serenity, you’ll find it here. You can barely see a neighbouring house or fencepost. Only the occasional rumble of a slow-moving car interferes with the peace and quiet.

This absolute privacy makes a dip in the large, lagoon-style pool even more enticing. The pool could also be the centrepiece of any party. Guests can recline by the pool between courses, which could be served outside on long tables beneath the verandah. Dishes are easily ferried outside from the kitchen and meals space, which can be opened to the main living hub or closed off, thanks to a sliding timber door. In keeping with the property’s rustic aesthetic, the splashback is clad in terracotta tiles and the cabinets and benches are all timber. Even the Miele dishwasher blends in with its own timber panel cover. The kitchen also has a 900mm stainless-steel oven and a walk-in pantry. An adherent to the simple life, Knox also built houses to be effortlessly uncomplicated. This split-level floor plan is as straightforward as they come. Its a lower level comprises communal spaces, anchored by a large central brick fireplace. A study is also tucked away down here and is the ideal place to burrow away with a book, a pen or a paintbrush. The higher level has a row of bedrooms off a hall crowned by clerestory windows. The family bathroom and laundry act as a convenient buffer between the kids’ and parents’ ends. The main bedroom faces south-east towards the pool and has slate floors, a small en suite, walk-in wardrobe and double doors that open to the garden. Of the three other bedrooms, one is particularly large and could easily be used as a rumpus or a library. The tranquillity is, of course, what draws people to Eltham South. But what keeps them here is the proximity to the world outside. A short drive will get you to top-quality schools, shops or services. In fact, you don’t even have to get in the car to get a good coffee or meal; Monsalvat’s Meeting Pool restaurant is just a short stroll away down one of Eltham South’s peaceful, picture-perfect dirt roads. \ LIAM CARTER property@theweeklyreview.com.au

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Fast facts \ Alistair Knox house built from recycled bricks in 1970; 4077-square metre bush block; solar-heated, lagoon-style pool; 40-square metre shed; wrap-around vernadah; large lounge room with fireplace; main bedroom with en suite and walk-in wardrobe; study; frontage to sealed section of Stringybark Road. eltham \ 19kms from the city

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ivAnhoe eAsT \ 19 BEAuviEw PArAdE Located on the spine access road for the Beauview Estate, this house is in good company, with the grand landmark of Ravenswood up the road. This one was built much later, in 1948, but the A.V. Jennings’ estate and its Garden Suburb planning, where landscapes dominate street scenes, continues to be a sought-after residential subdivision. Brick paving extends around the house and, combined with low-maintenance gardens, it means enjoying the pool is the only task for weekends. On entry is a staircase with rich timber open treads. The downstairs is a floor for living spaces and entertaining while upstairs has three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a study or fourth bedroom, and a second living room. The large updated kitchen is striking with dark timber cabinets, black-granite benchtops, a red splashback and a full suite of benchtop Gaggenau appliances. Flowing into the dining room, glass bifold doors take you out to the paved pool surrounds. The family room has a wood-burning fireplace with a raised granite-topped platform for a hearth and would be a cosy spot in winter. The upstairs lounge has more bifold doors to a balcony with leafy Ivanhoe views. The large main bedroom has a luxury en suite with a huge spa and an oversized frameless glass shower. \ EMMA HOUGHTON

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3079

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Nelson Alexander \ 9486 1800

Price \ $1 million – $1.1 million

YARRAMBAT \ 182 BANNONS LANE

AgenTs’ cho i ce POSTCODE

3095

Darren Jones Real Estate \ 9432 2544

Price \ $900,000 – $990,000

Auction \ March 23 at 11am

Fletchers Eltham 9430 1111 3

POSTCODE

3094

Barry Plant Rosanna 9459 8111 3

2/234 Bolton Street, Eltham ................................................................. Price: $530,000 - $610,000 ................................................................. EOI Closing Tuesday April 9 ................................................................. OFI Sat 1-1.30pm .................................................................

1/47 Sherbourne Road, Montmorency ................................................................. Price: $380,000 - $410,000 ................................................................. Sale by Negotiation ................................................................. OFI Thur 6-6.30pm; Sat 2-2.30pm .................................................................

Emanating effortless modern style, this luxury townhouse combines quality finishes and design to provide a chic haven for the astute buyer.

Solid and spacious, this low-maintenance house is ideal to occupy and enjoy a pleasant lifestyle, or could be an ideal investment in a great location.

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Privacy is paramount at this Yarrambat proprety, which is set well back from the street on 6.8 hectares. Wide verandahs wrap around two sides of the house to create a homestead feel. Most rooms open to the verandahs, which link the house with the landscape, where views over Diamond Creek and Plenty are part of the scenery. This house is in two distinct zones: one features the large living/dining zone with kitchen, laundry and main bedroom with en suite and walk-in wardrobe. A second zone contains the family room, which opens to a covered terrace, and three bedrooms, bathroom and separate toilet. In the kitchen, sleek stainless-steel appliances are fitted among the timber cabinets and granite benchtops offer contemporary finishes while the walk-in pantry provides plenty of storage. Nearby, the spacious dining and living room with polished floorboards share a combustion heater. Heating, cooling, ducted vacuum, a wine cellar, town water and three dams complete the picture at this house, just minutes from Doreen, Greensborough, schools and parks. \ BIANCA VILLAROSA

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3091

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eaglemont \ 50 Durham Street Vaulted timber-lined ceilings and exposed-brick walls throughout this double-storey house define its character, and large, lofty living spaces provide plenty of scope for updating. Set on a corner block of approximately 627 square metres, its position on this beautiful tree-lined street is a highlight. Its floor plan will appeal to downsizers with two bedrooms, a large main bathroom and two powder rooms, as well as formal and informal living areas on the ground floor. There is even a sauna with shower room opposite. However, families will love the large living spaces and a first-floor parents’ retreat that has a large main bedroom with private balcony, en suite and dressing room and an attached landing space that could be configured to suit. The formal lounge and dining room at the front is partitioned by built-in cabinets but is a versatile space with floor-to-ceiling windows on both sides of the room and sliding doors to the stone patio and lawn garden. An open kitchen has an attached meals area and a slightly elevated carpeted family room. A huge street-facing bedroom has a soaring cathedral ceiling and a feature floor-to-ceiling window that is ideally positioned under the canopy of the leafy streetscape. Both downstairs bedrooms have access to the tranquil side garden that features a pond and patio area. \ EMMA HOUGHTON

postcode

3084

Miles Real Estate \ 9497 3222

Price \ $1.08 million – $1.18 million

Auction \ March 23 at noon

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3084

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26 Pyalong Avenue, Rosanna ................................................................. Price: $650,000 - $690,000 ................................................................. Auction Saturday April 13 at noon ................................................................. OFI Thur 4.30-5pm; Sat 1-1.30pm .................................................................

POSTCODE

3095

Morrison Kleeman Eltham 9431 2444 3

54 Progress Road, Eltham North ................................................................. Price: $710,000 - $740,000 ................................................................. For sale ................................................................. OFI By appointment .................................................................

Hocking Stuart \ 9499 5611

Price \ $490,000 – $540,000

Auction \ March 23 at 11am

With large corner windows, this immaculate brick-veneer house is as neat as a pin. Its floor plan evokes a classic mid-20th-century design, with entry off an elevated terrace at the side into a hall that separates the living and sleeping areas. Double doors that slide into the wall cavity open to a classic L-shaped living and dining room. An open fireplace in the living room has been replaced by a gas heater. A recent renovation has created a bright interior with gleaming floorboards and a new open-plan kitchen with red glass splashback, stainless-steel appliances and stone benchtops. An updated bathroom in neutral tones features floor-to ceiling tiles, stone-topped vanity, bathtub and frameless glass shower. A laundry with outdoor access and a powder room are side by side. In the hierarchy of bedrooms, the main and largest is at the front, but the second bedroom has a timber deck reached through a large sliding door. Off-street parking, proximity to transport, Northland and La Trobe University are more features. \ BIANCA VILLAROSA

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In an idyllic position in the Golf Links Estate precinct, explore the options on a 838sqm allotment (approx) - renovate, subdivide, develop or rebuild (STCA).

Set back off a long driveway, on a private block of 2013sqm (approx), this updated Fasham Johnson house has great openplan zoned living spaces.

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iVanhoe \ 38 ROBBINS STREET

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Price \ $790,000 – $880,000

Auction \ March 23 at 11am

Jellis Craig \ 9810 5000

Price \ $1.8 million +

Auction \ March 23 at 1pm

For the past 36 years, this Californian bungalow has provided comfort and convenience for its owners. Built in 1927, it features a central gable and pretty cream-painted façade with green trim set beneath a red-tiled roof and front verandah. Its classic bungalow floor plan arranges rooms off the central entry. High strapped ceilings, Baltic pine floors and corner fireplaces have been retained. The living room, off the entrance, connects to the dining room, where french doors open to a timber deck. The large kitchen with timber cabinets is separated from the meals area by a benchtop. A spacious front bedroom with a built-in wardrobe overlooks the verandah and is separated from the second smaller bedroom by the family bathroom. There is also a laundry with a toilet. The large, level back garden is a feature. Other benefits include heating, cooling and a workshop. This property is near Ivanhoe station, Ivanhoe Grammar and shops. \ BIANCA VILLAROSA

If you’re seeking the best of both worlds, this elevated beauty could have the answer. It combines stylish living while catering to the needs of a family. The encircling front balcony offers a glorious panorama of the city, and leads into the generous formal dining and living room, with a separate balcony entrance from the family meals area, adjacent to the polished kitchen. Three of the house’s five bedrooms and two of its bathrooms are downstairs, and all have walk in wardrobes. The main bedroom leads to an en suite and parents’ retreat with garden access. Two more large bedrooms are upstairs, each with a balcony and sharing a bathroom. There’s also a study alcove and children’s retreat, with the second study downstairs. The house is close to shops, Ivanhoe and Eaglemont stations and leading schools including Ivanhoe Grammar. There’s also a double garage and storage mezzanine. \ PRISCILLA MOCA

postcode

3079

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3079

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3079

Nelson Alexander Ivanhoe 9490 2900 4

POSTCODE

3081

Miles Real Estate 9497 3222 3

POSTCODE

3078

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1 Surrey Court, Ivanhoe ................................................................. Price: $1.2 million - $1.3 million ................................................................. Auction Saturday March 23 at 3pm ................................................................. OFI Thur 1-1.30pm .................................................................

27 Haig Street, Heidelberg Heights ................................................................. Price: POA ................................................................. Auction Saturday April 13 at 1pm ................................................................. OFI Thur 6-6.30pm; Sat 2-2.30pm .................................................................

With stunning deco style and a prestigious court address, this house has exceptional family living close to Ivanhoe Village, transport and leading schools.

Helena c1927 is a historic haven of quality living and entertaining. This elegant house emphasises complete comfort and outdoor enjoyment.

This stylish townhouse offers an open-plan design, a north-facing rear aspect, modern comforts, quality finishes, abundant light plus stunning outdoor spaces.

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5/24 Coate Avenue, Alphington ................................................................. Price: $619,000 ................................................................. For sale ................................................................. OFI Sat 10-10.30am .................................................................

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Marshall White \ 9822 9999

Fletchers \ 9430 1111

Price \ $800,000 +

Auction \ March 23 at 2.30pm

Price \ $560,000 – $620,000

Auction \ March 23 at noon

On the front of a subdivided block, this house has its own title and provides the opportunity to enjoy a near-new house experience. Modern interiors feature throughout the double-storey residence, matching the brick and render façade. Textured polished boards shine in the downstairs living areas. A huge living and dining room benefits from its north-facing position and plenty of windows. A rear family room has sliding glass doors to the backyard that has a manicured lawn. The kitchen is stylish with CaesarStone benchtops, Euro stainless-steel appliances and Fisher & Paykel dish drawers. Dark floor tiles offset glossy white cabinetry and white walls. Upstairs, grey carpet is a modern touch. The large main bedroom has treetop views and a walk-through wardrobe to an en suite styled like the kitchen, with CaesarStone and dark floor tiles. The other two bedrooms have built-in wardrobes and share a well-appointed bathroom. Features include ducted heating and cooling and internal access from the remote-controlled double garage. \ EMMA HOUGHTON

This Merchant Builders’ house takes advantage of its great, elevated block that faces east to the Dandenong Ranges. Despite being 28 years old, it is a design that is contemporary and practical with zoned family living, large open living spaces and a north-facing outdoor area that encourages entertaining. Timber-lined ceilings, exposed Hawthorn brick and earthy tiled floors create interiors that are in harmony with the surrounding natural environment on display in every room. The L-shaped layout has the main bedroom at the end of one wing and the other three bedrooms at the end of the other. Formal living and dining rooms have a wall of windows providing treetop views to the ranges. The adjoining main bedroom gets the great views, plus a walk-in wardrobe and huge spa en suite with slate floor and double shower. The updated kitchen and spacious informal living room look out to the sun-dappled brick courtyard and undercover deck with vine-covered pergola. \ EMMA HOUGHTON

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BUNDOORA 140 Edmund Rice Parade The Ultimate Entertainer Ideally set in the highly sought College View Estate, this impressive home will appeal to the entertainer in you. With natural light throughout, the residence provides formal lounge and dining, plus open plan kitchen/ family/meals looking out to the huge alfresco with extensive paving amongst large rear yard. Boasting polished floor boards in kitchen area with quality stainless steel appliances, stone bench top and tiled splash back, the window overlooks idyllic gardens. Extensive landscaping with rear garage door access allows for small boat or caravan. Gas ducted heating, evap cooling, quality drapes in all bedrooms, high ceilings and remote double garage, the list of special features goes on and on.

4 Saturday 13th April at 1pm INSPECT

CONTACT

Wednesday 6:00-6:30pm Saturday 12:00-12:30pm Photo ID required Michael Traikos 0413 657 314 Bundoora Office 9467 5444

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MACLEOD 43 Crestwood Avenue Springthorpe Modern Luxury! Elevated and featuring expansive views of the Dandenong Ranges, this modern masterpiece is set in an exclusive pocket of Macleod and blends beautifully with the surrounding conservation reserves. Within walking distance to schools, La Trobe University, shops, newly established Polaris shopping centre, train, tram, and access to Springthorpe Country Club, you will experience nature at its best from this exceptional home. Boasting high ceilings, formal lounge and dining, plus a striking kitchen resplendent with stone bench tops and walk-in pantry, the light infused family living area with gleaming polished boards, opens out to an immense balcony with stunning views.

4 Tuesday 26th March at 6pm (unless sold prior) INSPECT

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Thursday 6:00-6:30pm Saturday 12:00-12:30pm Photo ID required Cathy Liu 0402 529 753 David Moxon 0413 673 636 Bundoora Office 9467 5444

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BUNDOORA 88 Arthur Street Your Lucky 88 Is Waiting For You! This striking home boats superb contemporary lifestyle, with featured polished boards, large separate living including formal lounge, plus a modern kitchen with adjoining meals area. This great residence also provides master bedroom and two further good size bedrooms, heating, air-conditioner, manicured gardens, sought after location, immaculate presentation, large wide driveway, carport and double garage allowing for fantastic car accommodation. Close to shops, tram and La Trobe University, this property is truly a rare find and one not to miss!

3 Saturday 6th April at 11am INSPECT

Wednesday 5:00-5:30pm Saturday 11:00-11:30am Photo ID required

CONTACT

Cathy Liu 0402 529 753 Bundoora Office 9467 5444

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BUNDOORA 10 Julian Court Sure to Impress! This stylish home offers a great floor plan to complement your lifestyle, with large formal lounge boasting striking polished floor boards, spacious kitchen with an abundance of cupboard and bench space, plus an adjoining family meals area. Features include 3 large bedrooms with en-suite to master, ducted heating, outdoor entertaining with pergola and brick BBQ, extensive paving, landscaped gardens, lock up garage with workshop, and a superb court location within a short stroll to all amenities in popular "Jennings Estate". Well presented, it is sure to impress!

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Bundoora 9467 5444 4 / 1177 Plenty Road

INSPECT

Saturday 12:00-12:30pm Photo ID required

CONTACT

David Moxon 0413 673 636 Bundoora Office 9467 5444

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Lower Plenty 141 Bonds Road A Private Paradise With Rural Tranquillity In perfect harmony with its natural surroundings, this distinctive and inspirational home epitomises country living whilst being only moments from all conveniences. Set on over an acre and backing private bushland this charming 3 bedroom home offers a multitude of indoor/outdoor living with sparkling pool and tennis court. A truly unique offering!

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3 Auction Inspect Contact Contact Office Web

Saturday 13th April at 12pm Thursday 2:30 - 3pm & Saturday 1:30 - 2pm Graham Morrison 0417 101 997 Lucas Peressini 0458 016 868 968 Main Road, Eltham 9431 2444 propertyinprofile.com.au/141bonds

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Research 5 Fleming Court Luxury Lifestyle This impeccably presented home on a one acre (approx) allotment delivers a flawless blend of quality, luxury and elegance. A flexible floor plan introduces four bedrooms, including main with ensuite, two further bathrooms, home office, study, four living areas and a Smeg equipped granite kitchen. Combined with floodlit tennis court, sparkling pool and outdoor entertainment pavilion it provide resort style living in easy care garden surrounds.

Expressions of Interest Inspect By Appointment Contact Graham Morrison 0417 101 997 Contact Lucas Peressini 0458 016 868 Office 968 Main Road, Eltham 9431 2444 Web propertyinprofile.com.au/5fleming

Expressions of Interest: Offers Close Wednesday 27th March at 6pm (Unless Sold Prior)

Eltham South 8 Fordhams Road Breezy Family Haven In Native Surrounds Reflecting Eltham SouthÂ´s artistic essence, unpretentious style and spacious comfort, this single-level family haven set on 6470 sqm features an undeniable connection to its lush native surrounds. Offering light-drenched living with stunning elevated views, it includes slate/oak/pine floors, fireside lounge/dining room, oak kitchen, front deck, childrenÂ´s playroom, home office, three bedrooms, two bathrooms, hydronic heating, garden shed, double carport and walking distance to reputable schools, parks, shops. Expressions Of Interest: Offers Close Tuesday 2nd April at 6pm (Unless Sold Prior)

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Expressions of Interest Inspect Saturday 10:30 - 11am Contact Leigh Maher 0400 663 599 Office 2/86 Grimshaw Street Greensborough 9435 7666 Web propertyinprofile.com.au/8fordhams

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St Helena 32 Tamboon Drive Truly Special Property In Idyllic Surrounds With everything from its style and space to its undeniable quality, it’s hard not to be impressed by this recently rejuvenated home. In the coveted St Helena zone it includes a luxury contemporary bathroom, ensuite of commensurate quality, fitted laundry and a stunning stone kitchen. Sliding doors open from two of the three living areas to the covered alfresco zone set in designer landscaped gardens. Created with entertaining not maintaining in mind they include a relaxing heated spa making for a superb indoor/outdoor experience.

Private Sale Inspect Thursday 5:30 - 6pm & Saturday 11:30am - 12pm ESR $630,000 - $680,000 Contact Ciaran Brannigan 0410 544 478 Office 2/86 Grimshaw Street, Greensborough 9435 7666 Web propertyinprofile.com.au/32tamboon

Eltham 2b/266 Bolton Street Versatile Factory/Warehouse A location in a highly regarded complex including Ridges Health Club, this property will appeal to owner occupiers and investors alike. • Total floor space of 302 m2 (approx) including offices, toilets and kitchen. Container height roller door. • Three phase power. External parking for three cars • Estimated return of $35,000 pa (plus outgoings) • Located in a highly regarded complex, Suits a wide variety of users

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Auction Inspect Contact Office Web

Thursday 11th April at 1pm Thursday 2:30 - 3pm Rocco Montanaro 0412 379 171 968 Main Road, Eltham 9431 2444 morrisonkleeman.com.au

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Eltham South 13 Yarra Braes Road Lifestyle Appeal With Unlimited Potential Nestled on 5 acres (approx) of lightly treed land, this much loved four bedroom home provides an incredibly rare opportunity to escape the pressures of everyday living and enjoy complete privacy just 5 minutes from the centre of Eltham. Ready to enjoy now and with plenty of space to put in a pool and a tennis court, it offers the option for a contemporary makeover of the original home. Alternatively itÂ´s the perfect place to build your dream home for resort style living in serene surrounds (STCA).

Private Sale Inspect Saturday 2:30 - 3pm Contact Graham Morrison 0417 101 997 Contact Lucas Peressini 0458 016 868 Office 968 Main Road, Eltham 9431 2444 Web propertyinprofile.com.au/13yarra

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Greensborough 82 Albion Crescent Private, Tranquil And Perfectly Positioned Tune into birdsong and the breeze through the trees in this wonderful family home, moments from acres of parklands, yet just a short walk from schools and local shops and within easy reach of Greensborough. Open plan living spaces and generously proportioned bedrooms, all flooded with natural light thanks to floor to ceiling windows are the perfect partner to a private backyard set up for kids and grown ups alike. With double carport and storage space, and lock up workshop it delivers harmonious living in your own private haven.

Eltham / Greensborough / Doreen

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Saturday 23rd March at 12pm Thursday 4:30 - 5pm & Saturday 11:30am - 12pm Tristan Messerle 0438 176 416 Ben Flannagan 0403 591 678 968 Main Road, Eltham 9431 2444 propertyinprofile.com.au/82albion

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Greensborough 36 Booyan Crescent Stunning Home Superbly Positioned Renovated with a definite eye for quality, & introducing exceptional design elements, this family-focused home in the Apollo Parkways estate is sure to please the most discerning buyer. Whether it´s resting, entertaining together or the children amusing themselves & adults relaxing in their own zoned spaces, this home delivers it with style. Deluxe stone kitchen, designer ensuite & bathroom, four bedrooms, open study, cellar & two living areas provide a haven for those who love to indulge themselves & their family.

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Watsonia 1/13 Princes Street Immaculate Presentation, Great Location You will be easily captivated by this stunning three bedroom single level home, just a few minutes walk from Watsonia´s shops, library, café´s, station and public and private schools. Just seven years old, rendered and set within low maintenance gardens, it will provide fabulous easy living for couples, retiree´s or tenants for years to come. Two living areas, both opening to generous courtyard, three bedrooms including main with ensuite and walk in robe and a large laundry... it delivers house size living and comfort with unit ease.

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Saturday 23rd March at 1pm Thursday 5:30 - 6pm & Saturday 12:30 - 1pm Rocco Montanaro 0412 379 171 Dayne Kleeman 0419 504 576 2/86 Grimshaw Street, Greensborough 9435 7666 propertyinprofile.com.au/36booyan

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Saturday 6th April at 1pm Thursday 5:30 - 6pm & Saturday 12:30 - 1pm Marilyn McGibbon 0411 559 088 2/86 Grimshaw Street, Greensborough 9435 7666 propertyinprofile.com.au/1of13princes

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VIEWBANK 18 Old Lower Plenty Road The Benchmark in Modern Living! Whatever the criteria - style, design, quality, building innovation - this stunning property sets the standard! The contemporary design works perfectly for all the family and comprises 4 bedrooms (all with en-suites), expansive kitchen, dining and lounge areas, theatre room, office, downstairs rumpus, alfresco, workshop, cellar, basement storeroom and double garage. Features include recycled Ironbark timber flooring, Bose entertainment system, zoned heating and cooling, security system, fully integrated cable wiring, landscaped gardens and more. Take advantage too of the magnificent setting and quiet streetscape, just 19 kilometres (approx) from the CBD, a short drive to Doncaster Shoppingtown, and schools, shops and public transport just moments away. Hurry to inspect this superb property.

Tue 16th April at 6:00pm (unless sold prior) INSPECT

Saturday 12:30 - 1:00pm Photo ID required

CONTACT

John Haley 0417 352 312 Aaron Yeats 0400 067 024 Eltham Office 9431 1222

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ELTHAM 53 Banks Road "Pindari" - Your Own Private Haven ElthamÂ´s best-kept secret "Pindari" (meaning "from high ground"), is truly a picturesque 1.5 acres (approx) overlooking the valley of Eltham. This magnificent property has all the comforts of an architecturally designed home with in-ground pool (6m x 12.5m), full flood-lit tennis court, spa, sauna, 5 bedrooms plus formal study/6th bedroom, 3 outdoor entertaining areas, 4 living areas, plus a separate retreat with its own entry, perfect for those wanting a home office or teenage accommodation. Additional features include a new kitchen (stainless steel appliances), central heating and air-conditioning, cosy OFP, an abundance of storage, 18 solar panels, floor-to-ceiling windows, 3 car carport, and off street parking for 8 cars. 40 The weekly review \ March 20, 2013

Tue 23rd April at 6:00pm (unless sold prior) PRICE GUIDE

$1,250,000 - $1,350,000

INSPECT

Thursday 6:00 - 6:30pm & Saturday 1:00 - 1:30pm Photo ID required

CONTACT

Pina Kara 0415 911 437 Jamin Silluzio 0411 655 391 Eltham Office 9431 1222

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RESEARCH 40 Beauty Point Road THE X FACTOR! Exclusive Nic Boschsler Architect Designed 5 Acre Resort! Renowned International Architect Nic Bochsler created this cutting edge contemporary home. Built to meticulous standards, the residence features up to 6 metre walls of floor to ceiling glass that permeates an abundance of natural light throughout. This unique 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom home is set on 5 secluded acres (approx), just a few minutesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; drive from Eltham College and township, with too many indulgent features to mention. Including formal and informal living areas over three levels, highlighted by a huge main living room with panoramic views of the heated saltwater pool, tennis court and surrounding hills, there is also a home office, double car basement garage with workshop & storage room. A wonderful landmark property that will suit the most fastidious of buyers. Flexible long settlement terms available.

INSPECT

Saturday 2:30 - 3:00pm Photo ID required

CONTACT

Aaron Silluzio 0414 422 299 Tom Kurtschenko 0417 502 944 Ivanhoe Office 9499 7992 Eltham Office 9431 1222

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ELTHAM 50 Glenister Drive Lifestyle Living in Leafy Woodridge Positioned high in the Woodridge Estate boasting treetop views, this immaculate home is presented in almost new condition. Exquisite light and bright kitchen/meals and family area are a sheer delight for entertaining which overlooks the outdoor entertaining area great for family gatherings and barbeques. This residence delivers an enviable lifestyle with a superb combination of indoor and outdoor living. Extras include two large living areas, study, main bedroom with walk-in-robe and en-suite, open fireplace, split system air-conditioning, Coonara, polished floorboards, 2 car carport, room for boat or trailer, two sheds and landscaped gardens. Located in a unique pocket in a highly sought after area. 42 The weekly review \ March 20, 2013

Tue 16th April at 6:00pm (unless sold prior) PRICE GUIDE

$590,000 - $650,000

INSPECT

Thursday 2:30 - 3:00pm & Saturday 12:00 - 12:30pm Photo ID required

CONTACT

Pina Kara 0415 911 437 Lou Silluzio 0412 323 750 Eltham Office 9431 1222

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ST HELENA 49 Maxine Drive 4 Bedroom Home Plus 2 Bedroom Unit = Possibilities Galore! Whether youÂ´re one large family or need additional business/in-law accommodation, this property is a compelling opportunity. The property comprises the main four bedroom home, together with a premier two bedroom unit. The main residence provides lounge/dining room, expansive family meals area, timber kitchen, two bathrooms and double garage. It features gas ducted heating, evaporative cooling, ducted vacuum, cathedral ceilings and more. The unit enjoys a large living area, kitchen, bathroom and laundry and features gas ducted heating, evaporative cooling and ducted vacuum. Plus, thereÂ´s St Helena Marketplace, schools including St Helena Secondary College, and public transport all nearby. Hurry!

Tue 16th April at 6:00pm (unless sold prior) PRICE GUIDE

$660,000 - $720,000

INSPECT

Saturday 11:30 - 12:00pm Photo ID required

CONTACT

John Haley 0417 352 312 Aaron Yeats 0400 067 024 Eltham Office 9431 1222

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ROSANNA 39A Invermay Grove A Touch of Tuscany Within walking distance to the Rosanna shops, station, cafes and parklands is this tasteful transformation with Tuscan inspired faรงade, elegant interior and stunning appointments. Situated on a low maintenance allotment bathing in brilliant northern sunshine, and set in a lovely grove lined with gum trees, this beautiful residence features three double bedrooms with built-in-robes (main with en-suite), 10ft high ceilings, polished porcelain and hardwood floors, entrance hall, generous lounge and dining room, family living area adjoining the granite kitchen (stainless steel appliances), spa bathroom, powder room plus laundry. The property also benefits from ducted heating, evaporative cooling, video intercom, and double auto garage. Irresistibly luxurious low-maintenance living in a sublime position. 44 The weekly review \ March 20, 2013

Saturday 6th April at 11:00am PRICE GUIDE

$590,000 Plus

INSPECT

Thursday 5:00 - 5:30pm & Saturday 1:30 - 2:00pm Photo ID required

CONTACT

Aaron Silluzio 0414 422 299 Ivanhoe Office 9499 7992

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WATSONIA NORTH 6 Atkins Avenue Treetop Entertainer Beautiful during the day and breathtaking in the evening, this lovely home features lounge and dining with direct access to the large enclosed alfresco, modern kitchen, three bedrooms (main with en-suite), plus family bathroom with separate bath and shower. Underneath is a tradesperson and hobbyistâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s delight with a rumpus, long study, work area, wine cellar, storage room plus double garage spacing through to the attractive rear paving and gardens. Benefits include ducted cooling, gas heating and 5 large water tanks. The property is only a short drive to Watsonia North Primary, Loyola College, Greensborough Plaza, Main Street plus Water Marc Recreation Facility, Binnak Park and the Western Ring Road.

Tue 23rd April at 6:00pm (unless sold prior) PRICE GUIDE

$470,000 - $530,000

INSPECT

Thursday 7:0 - 7:30pm & Saturday 11:00 - 11:30am Photo ID required

CONTACT

James Saville 0411 598 880 Michael Egan 0409 416 546 Rosanna Office 9459 8111

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ELTHAM SOUTH 5 Stringybark Road Charm & Serenity - The Essence of Eltham South! A north-facing Alistair Knox home, superbly crafted using second hand bricks sourced from a dismantled church, and showcasing an enviable list of features - all set on 1 acre (approx) of usable land with a beautiful in-ground pool. The flexible floor plan comprises 3 bedrooms (main with en-suite), study/4th bedroom, rumpus/5th bedroom, family bathroom, large open plan living room, plus kitchen/meals area. Externally, you have a myriad of spaces in which to relax and unwind, most of which overlook the solar heated IG pool. Extras include cathedral ceilings, handmade clay floor tiles, cosy open fireplace, zoned hydronic heating, bitumen driveways, electric front gates, plus a large shed ideal for car enthusiasts or those wanting to operate a home based business.

4 Tue 26th March at 6:00pm (unless sold prior) INSPECT

Saturday 1:30 - 2:00pm Photo ID required

CONTACT

Aaron Yeats 0400 067 024 John Haley 0417 352 312 Eltham Office 9431 1222

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IVANHOE 38 Robbins Street Gorgeous Period Charmer! Hidden away at the end of the exclusive tree-lined Robbins Street, is this immaculately presented and warm period home. With low maintenance interiors and a light, airy ambience, this attractive Californian Bungalow was designed to optimise a relaxed, family lifestyle. Features include two generous bedrooms, spacious lounge room with heating/cooling unit, large dining room, good sized kitchen with ample bench space and meals area, central bathroom, laundry with toilet, off street parking and beautiful undercover rear enclosed deck overlooking the gardens. All this within a short distance to the Upper Heidelberg Road shopping facilities, Ivanhoe train station, local schools and parklands galore.

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PRICE GUIDE

$790,000 - $880,000

INSPECT

Thursday 5:15 - 5:45pm & Saturday 1/2 hour prior to Auction Photo ID required

CONTACT

Kieran Whaley 0410 587 072 Alex Morgan 0401 524 119 Ivanhoe Office 9499 7992

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MONTMORENCY 2 / 6 Wattle Avenue Effortless Style and Quality in a Prime Monty Location This brand new townhouse displays a perfect combination of style and privacy to provide an enviably chic retreat. Accommodation features a spacious open plan sleek designer kitchen / dining / living area, three robed bedrooms (downstairs master with walk-in-robe and en-suite), stylish bathroom, powder room and walk-through laundry to the remote double garage. Bi-fold doors link the living zone to an outdoor deck and private courtyard garden. Further enhancing this distinctive home are ducted heating, cooling and vacuum, high ceilings, security system, garden shed and water tank. Situated so close to local shops and public transport, be quick as this quality property will sell fast!

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PRICE GUIDE

$660,000 - $720,000

INSPECT

Thursday 5:00 - 5:30pm & Saturday 1:00 - 1:30pm Photo ID required

CONTACT

Romeo Rigoni 0412 126 646 Tom Kurtschenko 0417 502 944 Eltham Office 9431 1222

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ELTHAM 9 Heddon Court Peaceful, Private, Park-like Living With a soothing neutral palette and a peaceful leafy outlook, this lovely family home is nestled at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac. Accommodation includes an open plan kitchen / dining / living area, elegant lounge, three bedrooms (main with en-suite, walk-in-robe and private balcony), family bathroom, practical laundry, plus a separate home office / studio. Outside has a covered alfresco for entertaining and low maintenance garden. Additional features include ducted heating, solar tinted windows, water tank and double remote garage. Conveniently located close to schools and shops, you will be impressed by this superb property.

3 Tue 9th April at 6:00pm (unless sold prior) PRICE GUIDE

$590,000 - $650,000

INSPECT

Thursday 5:00 - 5:30pm & Saturday 2:00 - 2:30pm Photo ID required

CONTACT

Romeo Rigoni 0412 126 646 Tom Kurtschenko 0417 502 944 Eltham Office 9431 1222

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HEIDELBERG HEIGHTS 2 / 43 Outhwaite Road Attractive, Affordable With Lifestyle in Mind! Fashionable, low maintenance and beautifully kept, this modern doublestorey townhouse offers private alfresco spaces and a generous layout thatÂ´s ideal for relaxed living and entertaining. Set in a boutique block of only 3 homes, the property features 3 bedrooms all with built-in-robes, kitchen with stainless steel appliances and dishwasher, open plan meals and living area, family sized upstairs tiled bathroom, separate laundry, large rear courtyard with paved area and garden, plus double garage with remote and internal access. Bonus features include ample cupboard storage space, alarm system, ducted heating and evaporative cooling.

3 Saturday 13th April at 12:30pm PRICE GUIDE

$390,000 - $450,000

INSPECT

Wednesday 4:15 - 4:45pm & Saturday 10:00 - 10:30am Photo ID required

CONTACT

Alex Morgan 0401 524 119 Kieran Whaley 0410 587 072 Ivanhoe Office 9499 7992

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HEIDELBERG HEIGHTS 2 / 88 Southern Road Single Level of Style and Substance Set at the rear of a development of only two, is this spacious single level 2 bedroom unit backing onto Shelley Park. Stylishly designed and appointed, the home provides a huge open plan living area with polished floorboards, fully equipped kitchen (stainless steel appliances & stone bench tops), dining area, outdoor entertainerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s decking and courtyard. Both bedrooms are generous and include built-in-robes and pendant lighting and are serviced by the central family bathroom with spa-bath. Features include heating, cooling, garage, transport at your doorstep, Shelley Park, Northland shopping, Charles La Trobe Prep-12 College, Austin/Mercy Hospitals and close to La Trobe University.

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PRICE GUIDE

$380,000 - $420,000

INSPECT

Thursday 3:45 - 4:15pm & Saturday 9:45 - 10:15am Photo ID required

CONTACT

Alex Morgan 0401 524 119 Kieran Whaley 0410 587 072 Ivanhoe Office 9499 7992

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HEIDELBERG HEIGHTS 72 Porter Road Development Opportunity or Family Haven on 930m2 (approx) This near-level allotment measuring 15.24m X 61m (930m2 approx) offers the successful purchaser endless opportunities to either redevelop into a 3 to 4 townhouse subdivision (STCA), or to renovate and extend the existing home (STCA) for your family to enjoy for years to come. The residence provides two bedrooms (BIRs), formal lounge and dining overlooking the expansive rear yard, kitchen with meals area, sunroom, family bathroom, Tasmanian Oak timber floorboards, gas heating and evaporative cooling. Outside features a quaint bungalow with bedroom, garage plus storage shed. All within easy access to Charles La Trobe College, transport, Austin/Mercy Hospitals, La Trobe Uni and Northland shopping complex. Make this your future money maker - call today!

3 Saturday 13th April at 2:00pm INSPECT

Wednesday 3:45 - 4:15pm & Saturday 12:45 - 1:15pm Photo ID required

CONTACT

Aaron Silluzio 0414 422 299 David Kelly 0410 426 311 Ivanhoe Office 9499 7992

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THORNBURY 2 & 5 / 9 Jones Street Sleek, Stylish & Sophisticated Newly completed to exceptionally high standards, these bright and attractive two bedroom townhouse and two bedroom villa set the bar high for refined modern living. With open living spaces and superb gourmet kitchens boasting sleek stone surfaces, Blanco stainless steel appliances and vinyl wrap cupboards creating an inviting warmth to the adjoining alfresco terrace and courtyard. Both feature two large bedrooms fitted with built in robes, stunning floorboards, contemporary main bathroom, separate laundry, three split system heating and cooling units, alarm and an electric remote garage. Conveniently located close to Rossmoyne Street village, Station Street shops, cafes and transport.

2 Saturday 13th April at 12:00pm PRICE GUIDE INSPECT

CONTACT

$440,000 - $490,000 Thursday 6:00 - 6:30pm & Saturday 10:30 - 11:00am Photo ID required Gino De Iesi 0418 328 062 Aaron Silluzio 0414 422 299 Northcote Office 9489 9422 Ivanhoe Office 9499 7992

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GREENSBOROUGH 5 / 11 Boulton Court Spacious, Elevated, Private and Low Maintenance Perfectly set at the rear of an elevated and well maintained complex is this exceptionally spacious 3 bedroom unit, offering alfresco areas and stunning valley views. Generous living includes a lounge flowing into the kitchen with meals/dining, and easy access to an entertainerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s decking, three zoned bedrooms with built-in-robes, bathroom and toilet. Extras include ducted heating, evaporative cooling, double garage, lowmaintenance gardens, and lower-level space ideal for a workshop or storage. The property is located close to Greensborough Plaza shopping centre and train station, local parklands, schools and restaurants.

3 Tue 16th April at 6:00pm (unless sold prior) PRICE GUIDE

$380,000 - $420,000

INSPECT

Thursday 1:30 - 2:00pm & Saturday 3:00 - 3:30pm Photo ID required

CONTACT

Kieran Whaley 0410 587 072 Craig Nichol 0400 122 081 Ivanhoe Office 9499 7992

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HEIDELBERG WEST 1 - 3 / 287 Liberty Parade Boutique Designer Townhouse Living Conveniently located, these architecturally designed double-storey townhouses are set in a boutique development of only three! All townhouses are situated over two levels boasting generous sized living spaces, bedrooms with built-in-robes, kitchens with quality stainless steel appliances, split system heating/cooling systems, plus car accommodation. To top it all off, this Liberty Parade location boasts easy access to public transport, La Trobe University, local parks, The Mall and Northland shopping centre. These high quality and affordable townhouses wonÂ´t last, so call today!

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PRICE GUIDE

$400,000 - $440,000

INSPECT

Wednesday 3:30 - 4:00pm & Saturday 1:00 - 1:30pm Photo ID required

CONTACT

Alex Morgan 0401 524 119 Aaron Silluzio 0414 422 299 Ivanhoe Office 9499 7992

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HEIDELBERG WEST 20 Catalina Street

Spacious Family Home with Development Opportunity on 662m2 Affordable, immediately liveable, and with ample scope to extend or redevelop (STCA), this updated family abode also includes a stand-alone rear bungalow, representing unsurpassed value for first home buyers, investors & developers.

THIS SATURDAY AT 2:00PM PRICE GUIDE INSPECT CONTACT

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$380,000 - $420,000 Thur 3:00 - 3:30pm & Sat 1/2 hour prior to Auction Photo ID required Kieran Whaley 0410 587 072 Alex Morgan 0401 524 119

THIS SATURDAY AT 1:00PM $750,000 - $800,000 Saturday 1/2 hour prior to Auction Photo ID required Thomas Bechelli 0413 181 461

Eltham 9431 1222 1022 Main Road

Ivanhoe 9499 7992

153 Upper Heidelberg Road

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$440,000 - $480,000 Wed 4:45 - 5:15pm & Sat 3:00 - 3:30pm Photo ID required Alex Morgan 0401 524 119 Aaron Silluzio 0414 422 299

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Endless Possibilities in Leafy Heidelberg Pocket (906m2 approx) Two properties on one Title! • House 1 includes three bedrooms, lounge/ dining, and central bathroom. • House 2 includes two bedrooms, open plan living, central bathroom and separate toilet. Conveniently located to amenities. PRICE GUIDE INSPECT CONTACT

Chic & Spacious Townhouse Living Stylish and modern townhouse with private alfresco spaces and a generous layout ideal for relaxed living and entertaining. It features kitchen with s/steel appliances and dishwasher, polished timber flooring, GDH, and evap cooling. PRICE GUIDE INSPECT CONTACT

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HEIDELBERG 17 Avoca Street

HEIDELBERG HEIGHTS 35 Outhwaite Road

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HEIDELBERG HEIGHTS 17 Gotha Street

Immaculate & Renovated Family Home Ideally located on a corner block, this spotless, original style residence offers exceptional value as a warm, renovated family home. It includes lounge with heating and cooling, kitchen/meals, and an elevated alfresco entertaining deck.

THIS SATURDAY AT 12.30PM INSPECT CONTACT

Rosanna 9459 8111 131 Lower Plenty Road

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Thur 4:30 - 5:00pm & Sat 1/2 hour prior to Auction Photo ID required Kieran Whaley 0410 587 072 Alex Morgan 0401 524 119

Doreen 9717 8801

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VIEWBANK 133A Graham Road

Hidden Treasure Designed to take advantage of the northerly aspect, this classically styled rear home of two has an inviting open living area, dining/2nd sitting room, kitchen (new glass splashbacks & s/steel appliances), and modern two-way bathroom.

Tue 9th April at 6:00pm (unless sold prior) PRICE GUIDE INSPECT CONTACT

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$460,000 - $510,000 Thur 5:00 - 5:30pm & Sat 12:00 - 12:30pm Photo ID required Kaye Hanvin 0418 504 104 James Saville 0411 598 880

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Lifestyle First Home or Investment in the Zone Well maintained townhouse with formal lounge, generous family meals area, spacious bedrooms (robes), modern kitchen (stone top and dishwasher), private courtyard, ducted heating, evaporative cooling plus remote garage.

THIS SATURDAY AT 11:30AM $390,000 - $430,000 Thur 7:00 - 7:30pm & Sat 1/2 hour prior to Auction Photo ID required Thomas Bechelli 0413 181 461

1022 Main Road

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Ivanhoe 9499 7992

153 Upper Heidelberg Road

THIS SATURDAY AT 2:30PM

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$550,000 - $595,000 Thur 5:00 - 5:30pm & Sat 1/2 hour prior to Auction Photo ID required Thomas Bechelli 0413 181 461

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VIEWBANK 4 / 101 Martins Lane

Eltham 9431 1222

Great Appeal! A Real Sunny Entertainer! Blessed with abundant natural light, and hidden behind a private front fence, this updated home will appeal to those looking to entertain in style with open plan living, superb outdoor entertaining by the pool, plus studio/kid’s rumpus. PRICE GUIDE INSPECT CONTACT

AUCTION THIS SATURDAYI

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ROSANNA 31 Dobson Avenue

ELTHAM NORTH 12 Manning Road

It´s Got All You Need! This wonderful single level home comprises 3 bedrooms (master with en-suite), L-shaped lounge, family room, timber kitchen, a superb alfresco where you can entertain or watch the kids enjoy the backyard, plus double lock up garage.

Tue 26th March at 6:00pm (unless sold prior) PRICE GUIDE INSPECT CONTACT

Rosanna 9459 8111 131 Lower Plenty Road

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$570,000 - $620,000 Saturday 10:00 - 10:30am Photo ID required John Haley 0417 352 312 Aaron Yeats 0400 067 024

Doreen 9717 8801

Shop 2, 101 Hazel Glen Drive

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ST HELENA / DIAMOND CREEK 8 Wilson Street

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Luxury, Single Level Living! Enjoy "The Haven" - a beautiful 30 sq. (approx) home characterized by wide open living spaces including formal lounge, family and rumpus rooms, plus a magnificent kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite bench tops.

Tue 26th March at 6:00pm (unless sold prior) PRICE GUIDE INSPECT CONTACT

$800,000 - $880,000 Saturday 10:45 - 11:15am Photo ID required John Haley 0417 352 312 Aaron Yeats 0400 067 024

ELTHAM 2 Castle Court

Desirable Family Haven The spacious interior of this lovely home includes a large lounge, retreat/formal dining area, open plan kitchen/meals/casual living zone, three robed bedrooms (master with walk-thru robe and en-suite), plus study or 4th bedroom.

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Tue 23rd April at 6:00pm (unless sold prior) PRICE GUIDE INSPECT CONTACT

$490,000 - $550,000 Saturday 12:00 - 12:30pm Photo ID required Romeo Rigoni 0412 126 646 Tom Kurtschenko 0417 502 944

RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES FOR RENT RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES

H’BERG 402/8 Martin Street Avail NOW $300PW 1BR, lounge/living, A/C & heating. Contact Louise HEIDELBERG 2/64 Darebin Street Avail 18 Apr $305PW 2BR, kit/meals, PFBs & single garage. Contact Jaclyn BUNDOORA 10/18 McLeans Rd Avail NOW $310PW 2BR, heating/cooling & single garage. Contact Meaghan MONTMORENCY 19A Graeme Ave Avail NOW $320PW 2BR home, kitchen/dining, lounge, A/C & 2 carports. Contact Sarah MILL PARK 74 Garden Grove Drive Avail 22 Mar $320PW 3BR, D/W, heating/cooling & double carport. Contact Jaclyn H’BERG WEST 130 Southern Road Avail 21 Mar $330PW 2BR, lounge, kit/meals, PFBs & OSP. Contact Meaghan MERNDA 1 Farmstead Way Avail NOW $340PW 4BR, ensuite, GDH, s/s cooling & garage x2. Contact Amanda FAIRFIELD 296A Station Street Avail 20 Mar $340PW Second storey 2BR apart, PFBs & heating/cooling. Contact Jaci VIEWBANK 37 Martins Lane Avail 25 Mar $350PW 3BR, D/H, A/C, cabana & single garage. Contact Meaghan HEIDELBERG 12 Manton Street Avail NOW $350PW 3BR, kit/meals, PFBs, single garage & workshop. Contact Di ELTHAM 6/1 Coolabah Drive Avail NOW $350PW 3BR, living w/gas heater, fans & single carport. Contact Sarah DOREEN 15 Lillian Street Avail NOW $355PW New 4BR, kit/living, D/H & double garage. Contact Amanda DOREEN 7 Lexington Ave Avail NOW $365PW 4BR, living x 2, D/H, alfresco area & dbl garage. Contact Amanda

RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES

GREENSBOROUGH 1/24 Doris St Avail 1 Apr $370PW 3BR unit, D/H, PFBs, D/W & single garage. No pets. Contact Jaclyn MACLEOD 6 Tuckfield Crt Avail NOW $380PW 4BR, D/H, D/W, PFBs, storage room & double carport. Contact Bill ELTHAM 2/63 Bible Street Avail 30 Mar $380PW 3BR, D/W, D/H, cooling & single garage. No Pets. Contact Sarah H’BERG 584 Upper H’berg Rd Avail NOW $380PW 3BR, rumpus, D/H, single garage & single carport. Contact Jaci H’BERG HEIGHTS 2/34 Bonar St Avail NOW $385PW 2BR, study nook, heating/cooling & single carport. Contact Louise ELTHAM 1/1152 Main Road Avail NOW $410PW 3BR, ensuite, D/H, A/C, PFBs & single garage. Contact Bill DOREEN 140 Hazel Glen Dr Avail NOW $410PW 4BR, rumpus, D/H, FBs & double garage. Contact Amanda ELTHAM 13 Marlow Place Avail NOW $440-$480PW 3BR, ensuite, study, D/W, PBs, D/H & dbl carport. Contact Di ROSANNA 7 Miriam Street Avail NOW $470PW 3BR, PFBs, rumpus, D/H, A/C & double garage. Contact Jaci IVANHOE 34 St Elmo Rd Avail NOW $480PW 3BR, D/W, D/H & cooling, bathrooms x 2 & sheds. Contact Louise ST HELENA 8 Ben Court Avail NOW $580PW 3BR, study, spa, D/H, A/C, wood htr & double garage. Contact Bill FAIRFIELD 243A Arthur Street Avail NOW $600PW 3BR, living/kit/meals, D/H, PFBs & OSP. Contact Di G’BOROUGH 14 Treetop Tce Avail NOW $750PW 4BR, OFP, rumpus, D/W, D/H, study & dbl garage. Contact Sarah

COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES

HEIDELBERG 104 Mount Street Avail NOW 60-400sqm (approx) office space. D/H, cooling, parking, kitchen, Avail 12-18 mos. Rental is plus GST & Outgoings. Contact Angelo H’BERG HEIGHTS 1/108 Bell Street Avail NOW $15,000PA 3 offices, approx 80sqm, communal kitchen & ample street parking. Tenant pays 50% electricity. Contact Angelo WATSONIA 2A Lambourn Road Avail NOW $17,000PA Approx 65sqm office suite incl reception, offices, storage, heating/ cooling & OSP. Rental incl Outgoings, but not GST. Contact Angelo MACLEOD 38 Springthhorpe Blvd Avail 20 Oct $18,500PA Approx 80sqm shop opposite Springthorpe CC, outdoor area, toilet, parking. Figure excludes GST and outgoings. Contact Angelo ELTHAM 5/8-10 Arthur St Avail NOW $24,000PA Retail shop 63sqm (approx.) with kitchette/lunchroom area & ample customer parking. Figure includes outgoings. Contact Angelo DIAMOND CREEK 32 Chute St Avail NOW $40,000PA Large showroom, 173sqm (approx) rear delivery/storage & ample parking. Figure excludes GST & Outgoings. Contact Angelo ALPHINGTON 3 Abbott St Avail NOW $47,000PA Office/warehouse 518sqm (approx), reception, boardroom & OSP x 7. Figure excludes GST & Outgoings. Contact Angelo

73 YEARS OF PROPERTY MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE Di Bryan 0400 911 005

Eltham 9431 1222 1022 Main Road

Sarah Craigie 0409 945 774

Ivanhoe 9499 7992

Meaghan Fennell 0401 019 859

153 Upper Heidelberg Road

Jaclyn Pasquini 0412 249 576

Rosanna 9459 8111 131 Lower Plenty Road

Bill Diamantopoulos 0431 401 720

Louise Ericksen 0413 720 244

Doreen 9717 8801

Shop 2, 101 Hazel Glen Drive

Amanda Dow 0437 011 495

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DIAMOND CREEK 2 Diamond Views Drive Family Fun. Space, Style & Location Great for a large family. Beautiful kitchen & a generous family room makes this the ideal focal point for relaxed family living. Flowing into a delightful alfresco & a pleasant landscaped yard, it´s easy to entertain a crowd, indoors & out. Train, school & shops are within walking distance. A home the whole family will love, don´t miss it, be quick.

5 PRICE GUIDE INSPECT MELWAYS CONTACT

ST ANDREWS 30 Waratah Street 2 Acres - High & Mighty! Style, Views & Big Shed Impressive young home features panoramic views & generous living areas in a peaceful rural setting. Beautiful kitchen, fabulous rumpus room, Jarrah flooring, OFP, cooling & lots more. Double garage has internal access; large shed fits a caravan & more. Walk to school, shop, bus & St Andrews market. Call now.

$600,000 - $650,000 Saturday 1:00 - 1:30pm Photo ID required 12 C3 Peter Koiker 0418 382 959 Justin Booth 0417 034 369

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ST HELENA / GREENSBOROUGH 9 Baloo Court Perfect Home, Brilliant Garaging Perfectly positioned in a quiet court providing peaceful living for all the family. Harmonious inside and out and generously proportioned informal living flows easily to an outdoor entertainment zone. A pleasure to inspect, this family home will be a joy to own. Within the St Helena school zone.

PRICE GUIDE $620,000 - $670,000 INSPECT Saturday 11:00 - 11:30am Photo ID required

PRICE GUIDE $590,000 - $630,000 INSPECT Saturday 1:00 - 1:30pm Photo ID required

Peter Koiker 0418 382 959 Robyn Johnson 0417 387 890 Diamond Creek 9438 1133

Justin Booth 0417 034 369 Robyn Johnson 0417 387 890 Diamond Creek 9438 1133

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Auction this Saturday WATSONIA

21 Orana Drive

AUCTION Saturday 23rd March at 2.00pm

Updated ready to enjoy, this home will be quick to peak your radar. If your radar is tuned to modern open plan living, enhanced by rich polished timber floors and bay window, private outdoor entertaining and the convenience of Diamond Village shopping centre just across the street and Greensborough Secondary College, Watsonia train station & Elder St Reserve within strolling distance, you’ve now found the home you’re looking for. Features: Open plan living & dining, Updated stainless steel kitchen, 3 Bedrooms, Renovated bathroom & laundry, Entertaining deck with bistro blinds, Gas ducted heating, R/C air-conditioning, 1½ Car sized garage.

INSPECTION THURSDAY 5.00 - 5.30pm SATURDAY 1.30 - 2.00pm

Melway 20:F4 Land size 558m2 approx Contact Scott Anderson 0412 855 775 Stuart Buckingham 0411 743 336 Office 104 Grimshaw St, Greensborough Phone 9435 0999

Auction this Saturday BRIAR HILL

12 Law Street

AUCTION Saturday 23rd March at 1.00pm

Brilliant northern sunshine & verdant outlook enhances the welcoming modern appeal of this low-maintenance home, resting at the front of the subdivided 520 sqm approx. allotment. A home with a vibrant persona, spacious open plan living, linking with covered alfresco entertaining and ample space in the backyard with covered BBQ area for kids and pets to enjoy, nestled peacefully at the head of a cul-de-sac within easy reach of shops, schools, buses and train station. Young families or downsizers, won’t be able to resist. Features: Radiant open living/dining area, Oak timber kitchen with near new dishwasher, 3 good sized bedrooms with BIR’s, Refreshed bathroom with heated towel rail, Double block-out UV blinds, Hydronic heating, 2 x R/C air-cons, Auto DLUG & water tank.

INSPECTION THURSDAY 5.00 - 5.30pm SATURDAY 12.30 - 1.00pm

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Quote $430,000 plus buyers Melway 21:B2 Land size 520m2 approx Contact Sue Stone 0416 055 159 Stuart Buckingham 0411 743 336 Office 104 Grimshaw St, Greensborough Phone 9435 0999

ELTHAM

503 Reynolds Road

SALE BY TENDER Closing Tuesday 26th March at 6pm (Unless sold prior)

Presented in pristine condition by its current house proud owners, this family home, exuding the welcoming character of its day, is a testament of the alluring lifestyle that the next family can expect. Spacious dimensions with distinct formal & informal zoning caters perfectly for everyday comfort or entertaining, while the serene 1/4 acre (approx) garden oasis will instinctively draw your family and friends together around the IG pool - Close to shops, schools and transport. Features: Master bedroom with WIR & ensuite, Two bedrooms with BI robe & desk, Formal fireside lounge/dining, Timber kitchen (near new s/s appliances), Air-conditioned family/meals are, Independent rumpus/gym & storage room, Family bathroom, gas heating, Entertaining deck, patio, Double carport, Garden shed.

INSPECTION SATURDAY 11.00 - 11.30am

Quote Melway Contact Office Phone

$570,000 - $630,000 22:F2 Land size 970m2 approx Adam McWatters 0404 489 266 1004 Main Road, Eltham 9439 4022

buckinghamandcompany.com.au

KINGSBURY GARDENS 116 - 130 Main Drive, Macleod PRACTICALLY PAYS ITSELF! Huge 8.5% Net returns • • • • • •

Affordable investments Rent start from $205.00 per week Extraordinary after tax returns* Short stroll to La Trobe University High demand self-contained student apartments Smart selection available

Bundoora 9467 5444 4 / 1177 Plenty Road

PRICE GUIDE

$89,000

INSPECT

Saturday 10:00-10:30am Photo ID required

CONTACT

Michael Traikos 0413 657 314 Bundoora Office 9467 5444

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Research 9 Marconi Court

Single Level Acre Englehart Elegance

Closing Date

Prominently positioned atop beautifully elevated gardens, this superb acre (approx) family residence captures elegance, practicality and timeless appeal. Master built by Englehart Homes, this sublime Georgian style home offers single-level luxury and features elevated views, high ceilings, Emporite joinery, parquetry ﬂooring, gas ﬁreplace, spacious formal/informal living, granite kitchen, entertainer’s terrace, ensuited master, robed bedrooms, deluxe bathrooms/powder and ducted heating/A/C.

Mon 25 March at 6pm (unless SOLD prior)

View Wed 6.30-7pm & Sat 3.30-4pm Carmen Stenta 0412 373 568 carmen.stenta@raywhite.com Frank Perri 0414 680 483 frank.perri@raywhite.com raywhite.com/manningham | 8841 2000

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Yarrambat

Elegant Family Living On Easy Care Acreage

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Diamond Creek

Family Friendly Living In A Park Side Position

Greensborough

AUCTION LAND

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Greensborough

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Greensborough

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Watsonia North

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Greensborough

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Montmorency

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IVANHOE EAST 12 York Avenue

Unrivalled views from an un-paralleled address A beautiful balance of style and substance, a compelling combination of comfort and quality - this landmark home has a history of meeting family needs in style. The location makes its own contribution - moments from leading local schools, Ivanhoe and Eaglemont stations, Chelsworth Park and East Ivanhoe village shops and cafes, this elevated address enjoys sought after status, further enhanced by unforgettable city views. Generous Living and Dining areas that flow to a welcoming balcony are complemented by a separate Family Room/informal Dining domain and an adjoining Kitchen with 64 The weekly review \ March 20, 2013

its own beautiful balcony outlooks. A main Bedroom with ensuite and inviting Study/Retreat creates a perfect parentsÂ´ wing opening to a sunny north facing courtyard. 4 further Bedrooms include 2 upstairs, with stunning views, surrounding a sensational childrenÂ´s Lounge. A second Study, 2 additional bathrooms, great north facing garden backdrop, double garage and tandem off street parking lead a long list of lifestyle assets in a highly desirable position.

Actual View

5 Auction Inspect Land

Saturday 23rd March at 1pm Thursday 1-1.30pm & Saturday From 12.30pm 15.54m x 48.43m, 752.64sqm (approx)

Contact Gordon Hope 0403 613 577 Anthony Lapadula 0401 655 005 Alastair Craig 0418 335 363

Office Hawthorn 9810 5000 jelliscraig.com.au

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BELLFIELD 21 Skeffington Street

Brunswick Comes To Bellfield

ABCD 3

Set on a lovely wide allotment of 677m2 (approx), just moments from local shops and transport, and within easy reach of Ivanhoe and Northland, this fully renovated home provides a wonderfully relaxed and elegant lifestyle. Shimmering Baltic pine floors complement new carpet and fresh paintwork in an interior that offers three robed bedrooms sharing two stunning contemporary bathrooms featuring floor to ceiling tiles and stone vanityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Open plan living, anchored by a new gourmet kitchen showcasing stone and a full range of quality appliances, steps out to a private decked area for easy indoor outdoor living, while a separate second living room provides yet another option to spread out and enjoy. AUCTION This Saturday at 1.30pm INSPECT Thursday 6:00-6:30pm & Saturday 1:00-1:30pm CONTACT Michael Love 0400 106 577 or Bill Kyriakopoulos 0419 008 008 OFFICE Love Thornbury 9480 2288

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ph: 9480 2288

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ALPHINGTON 2 Rowe Street 11,540 M2 APPROX. OF MONUMENTAL SCOPE ON DAREBIN CREEK A true landmark offering a massive 11,540m2 (1.154 hectares) approx. with direct Darebin Creek frontage and views; Â´AvalonÂ´ c1922 represents an incomparable opportunity with untold inner-city potential including subdivision and development (STCA). Originally the estate of a successful entrepreneur; this 11-room residence is regarded as possibly the largest Californian bungalow in the municipality highlighting perfectly preserved interior, gum trees and bellbirds.

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Auction

Saturday 13th April at 2.00pm

Inspection

Thu 2:30-3pm, Sat 12-12:30pm

Land

11,540 m2 approx.

Contact

Damien Carter 0438 850 166 James Davis 0405 687 817

Office

9497 3222 | 9459 5666

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EAGLEMONT 20 Mossman Drive FAMILY ENTERTAINER IN EXCLUSIVE GLENARD ESTATE Wide and welcoming frontage in Walter Burley Griffin´s acclaimed Glenard Estate provides a blue chip backdrop to this excellent residence. A versatile domain that effortlessly meets modern family lifestyle needs; zoned accommodation is superbly enhanced by a freestanding self-contained apartment. Offers 4 robed double bedrooms (upstairs children´s wing with lounge/study), two bathrooms, formal and family areas, gourmet kitchen, central heating and A/C. With secluded north-facing entertainers´ garden and OSP.

Auction

Saturday 13th April at 3.00pm

ESR

$1,050,000-$1,150,000

Inspection

Thu 1:30-2pm, Sat 2-2:30pm

Land

622 m2 approx.

Contact

Greg Taylor 0409 090 611 Damien Carter 0438 850 166

Office

9459 5666 | 9497 3222

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EAGLEMONT 50 Durham Street EASY EAGLEMONT FAMILY LIFESTYLE An impressive combination of quality space and family functionality characterize the consummately comfortable interior of this superb 3BR and study residence on a compact corner allotment. Near park, shopping, schools, trains and hospitals precinct; offers formal dining, large living room, fully-appointed kitchen, family/meals, 3 bathrooms, sauna, heating/cooling, vacuum, alarm, north-facing garden and auto DLUG.

IVANHOE 1/51 Locksley Road CONTEMPORARY GARDEN SANCTUARY Raise your expectations with this beautiful townhouse then lift your spirits in a sublime location as hereÂ´s an opportunity thatÂ´s full of amazing surprises. Opening to a huge secluded garden with covered north-facing alfresco area, the stylish interior comprises 2 double bedrooms (air-conditioner, WIR and BIR), smart living and dining area, impressive kitchen boasting Blanco stainless-steel appliances, fabulous bathroom, separate laundry, central heating, timber floors and carport on title.

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Auction

Saturday 23rd March at 12.00pm

ESR

$1,080,000-$1,180,000

Inspection

Thu 2:30-3pm, Sat 11:30-12pm

Land

627 m2 approx.

Contact

Stewart Oldmeadow 0412 119 277 Helen Witchell 0413 741 158

Office

9497 3222 | 9459 5666

Auction

Saturday 13th April at 1.00pm

ESR

$460,000-$490,000

Inspection

Thu 6-6:30pm, Sat 11-11:30am

Contact

Greg Taylor 0409 090 611 Helen Witchell 0413 741 158

Office

9459 5666 | 9497 3222

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IVANHOE 9 Hawker Street

Saturday 23rd March at 2.00pm

ESR

$1,050,000-$1,150,000

Inspection

Thu 6-6:30pm, Sat 1:30-2pm

Land

574 m2 approx.

Contact

Peter Scott 0459 223 994 James Davis 0405 687 817

Office

9497 3222 | 9459 5666

Auction

Saturday 23rd March at 12.00pm

ESR

$730,000-$790,000

Inspection

Thu 5:15-5:45pm, Sat 11:30-12pm

Land

556 m2 approx.

Contact

Gordon Whale 0419 335 459 James Davis 0405 687 817

Office

9497 3222 | 9459 5666

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GLORIOUS INDOORS, GREAT OUTDOORS! Perfection is proved possible with this beautifully renovated Art Deco residence delivering sublime indoor/ outdoor living and entertaining on a peaceful parkland street. Potential 4BR accommodation - or 3BRs and parent´s retreat or formal lounge - is seamlessly balanced by a spectacular alfresco sanctuary. Situated near schools, shops, cafés, transport and aquatic centre.

Auction

IVANHOE 119 Ford Street ENDURING CHARACTER, EXCELLENT LOCATION In one of Ivanhoe’s most up and coming locations this updated and extended Californian Bungalow retains lots of character while offering practical living spaces. Comprising; 3 bedrooms - main with ensuite and WIR, 2nd bathroom and formal lounge with (OFP). Modern open plan kitchen and an adjacent dining area, separate laundry, study area and steel garage or workshop. Includes gas ducted heating and evaporative cooling.

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IVANHOE EAST 6A/200 Lower Heidelberg Road

Saturday 6th April at 2.00pm $400,000-$440,000

Inspection

Wed 5:15-5:45pm, Sat 2-2:30pm

Contact

Paul Carbone 0418 541 169 Brad Pearce 0409 679 414

Office

9497 3222 | 9459 5666

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ART DECO DIMENSIONS & A BIG BALCONY Peacefully positioned in solid brick seclusion at the rear of the block, this large Art Deco apartment is defined by its older-style proportions, full-width balcony and highly-coveted convenience at the heart of the East Ivanhoe Village. An inviting floorplan features two robed bedrooms (massive master bedroom), light-filled lounge room opening to elevated balcony, updated kitchen, central bathroom and laundry, open fire place and reverse-cycle heating/cooling. Situated on the lower level with easy access to garage & car space on title.

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HEIDELBERG 11/96 Hawdon Street BASK OFF BURGUNDY Stylish & light-filled apartment in modern & desirable development near trains, dining, shopping & parkland. Spacious double bedroom with BIRs, north facing terrace, living/dining, timber floors, stone kitchen w/ stainless-steel appliances, European laundry, heating/cooling, intercom & car space. Low-maintenance living or the ideal secure investment. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss out!

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Auction

Saturday 23rd March at 12.00pm

Inspection

Sat 11:30-12pm

Contact

James Davis 0405 687 817 John Levingston 0410 978 144

Office

9497 3222 | 9459 5666

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HEIDELBERG HEIGHTS 27 Haig Street HARK BACK TO THE HEIGHTS OF HAPPINESS â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Helenaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; c1927 is a historic haven of quality living and consummate entertaining on a deep garden block. This elegant 3BR, 2 bathroom home emphasizes complete comfort and alfresco enjoyment offering lounge, family/ meals, Smith+Smith kitchen (AGA Falcon cooker), covered entertainment area with fitted bar and BBQ, childfriendly garden, pool and remote-control garage near schools, shopping, parks and transport.

HEIDELBERG HEIGHTS 9 Outhwaite Road BRILLIANTLY BRAND NEW! Capturing abundant northern light, this stunning new 3BR, 2 bathroom town residence is a perfectly contained lifestyle oasis in an outstanding landscaped setting. Offers downstairs main bedroom with ensuite, powder room, study, covered balcony, gourmet kitchen, heating/cooling, solar hot water, DLUG and secluded courtyard garden. Only minutes walk to Rosanna shopping, train, parklands, schools and La Trobe University.

Auction

Saturday 13th April at 1.00pm

Inspection

Thu 6-6:30pm, Sat 2-2:30pm

Land

796 m2 approx.

Contact

Peter Scott 0459 223 994 Damien Carter 0438 850 166

Office

9497 3222 | 9459 5666

Auction

Saturday 20th April at 12.00pm

ESR

$580,000-$610,000

Inspection

Sat 3-3:30pm

Contact

Damien Carter 0438 850 166 James Davis 0405 687 817

Office

9497 3222 | 9459 5666

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ROSANNA 35 Silk Street SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE! A harmonious balance of indoor-outdoor living and entertaining keeps everyone happy in this stylish home enjoying veranda views to the distant ranges with access to Golf Links Primary School. Offers generous three bedroom accommodation complemented by ducted heating, air-conditioning, Jarrah floorboards, entertainment units and loads of storage. Also includes lounge, family living/dining, kitchen with stainless-steel appliances, bathroom and carport.

ROSANNA 26 Pyalong Avenue WHERE FUTURE PLANS GO A LONG, LONG WAY Family lifestyle enjoyment goes back a long way with this comfortable home on a block so deep that backyard cricket was as endless as todayÂ´s future prospects are extensive. An idyllic position in the Golf Links Estate precinct provides the perfect setting to explore the options with this well-presented residence within a short walk to everything. A 3BR, two bathroom layout offers relaxed living while thereÂ´s exciting scope to renovate, subdivide, develop or rebuild (STCA). Includes living, dining, family room, kitchen/meals and ducted heating.

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Auction

Saturday 6th April at 11.00am

ESR

$675,000-$710,000

Inspection

Thu 5:15-5:45pm, Sat 1-1:30pm

Land

682 m2 approx.

Contact

Paul Carbone 0418 541 169 Brad Pearce 0409 679 414

Office

9459 5666 | 9497 3222

Auction

Saturday 13th April at 12.00pm

ESR

$650,000-$690,000

Inspection

Thu 4:30-5pm, Sat 1-1:30pm

Land

838 m2 approx.

Contact

Greg Taylor 0409 090 611 Keith Oldmeadow 0409 858 786

Office

9459 5666 | 9497 3222

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VIEWBANK 4/11 Nevin Parade CUL-DE-SAC ENTERTAINER, CAPTIVATING VIEWS Rising to every occasion with a north-facing rooftop terrace capturing stunning mountain views, this impressive freestanding town residence enjoys delightful garden frontage in a cul-de-sac setting. Features 3BRs (downstairs main), 2 bathrooms, large lounge, living/dining to covered entertainers´ courtyard garden, gourmet kitchen and remote-control double garage near shopping, parkland, transport and schools.

BELLFIELD 122a Oriel Road NEW 3 BEDROOM TOWNHOUSE, PLUS OFFICE/LOUNGE IN FRONT FOYER This newly finished townhouse has its own street frontage but without owner´s corp. concerns. A northern aspect allows shining light to stream through into the living spaces providing warmth and light in the wintry months. Comprising 3 bedrooms upstairs and a separate large office/lounge downstairs enable family living with ease and large open plan kitchen/meals/family room leading to the backyard. Also includes ducted heating and split cooling, laundry, granite bench kitchen, s/s appliances, WIR’s, 2 BIR’s and granite bathroom.

Auction

Saturday 13th April at 11.00am

Inspection

Thu 5:15-5:45pm, Sat 11-11:30am

Contact

Damien Carter 0438 850 166 Greg Taylor 0409 090 611

Office

9497 3222 | 9459 5666

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Saturday 6th April at 11.00am

ESR

$500,000-$550,000

Inspection

Thu 1:30-2pm, Sat 10-10:30am

Contact

James Davis 0405 687 817 John Levingston 0410 978144

Office

9497 3222 | 9459 5666

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GREENSBOROUGH 47 Grimshaw Street PROGNOSIS POSITIVE FOR PREMIER CORNER SITE This 921m2 corner allotment with broad frontage onto a no-through street opens up a range of rewarding possibilities in a prime central position. A rare opportunity at the heart of Greensborough´s shopping/ entertainment/medical precinct, this substantial site offers potential to rejuvenate the 5-room Californian bungalow as a home/medical clinic or for a substantial development (STCA). Includes six-car parking area, alarm and ducted heating.

Auction

Saturday 20th April at 12.00pm

Inspection

Sat 3-3:30pm

Land

921 m2 approx.

Contact

Brad Pearce 0409 679 414 Greg Taylor 0409 090 611

Office

9459 5666 | 9497 3222

HEIDELBERG HEIGHTS 111 Waiora Road

HEIDELBERG HEIGHTS 2/55 Dresden Street

THE ONE THAT YOU WANT ON 957M² One huge block. One great position. One opportunity only! Seize the moment with this classic 3BR home set back and secluded on an extra deep allotment. On a massive 957m2 approx.; renovate, rebuild, subdivide or redevelop (STCA) and reap the benefits.

HIDDEN TREASURE! This 3BR residence is completely secure and secluded on a rear landscaped block with remote-control garage, featuring alfresco entertaining, north-facing living and dining, sep. laundry, gas heating, air-conditioner, intercom entry, and rain-water tank.

Auction Inspect Contact

Saturday 6th April at 12.00pm Thu 1:30-2pm, Sat 12-12:30pm Paul Carbone 0418 541 169

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ESR $590,000-$630,000 Office 9497 3222 | 9459 5666 Stewart Oldmeadow 0412 119 277

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Auction Inspect Contact

Saturday 6th April at 12.00pm Thu 2:30-3pm, Sat 10-10:30am Sue Lacey 0412 898 202

ESR $420,000-$450,000 Office 9497 3222 | 9459 5666 Brad Pearce 0409 679 414

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IVANHOE 7 Ayton Street

EAGLEMONT 14A Waldemar Road

AS-NEW STYLE & SPACE ADJOINING PARKLAND An enviable position opening directly onto parkland provides the perfect backdrop to this as-new residence. Brimming with contemporary features, this 3BR and study home also enjoys fabulous views, entertainment patio, good storage and rain-tank. Saturday 23rd March at 1.00pm Thu 6-6:30pm, Sat 12:30-1pm Sue Lacey 0412 898 202

ESR $680,000-$720,000 Office 9497 3222 | 9459 5666 Damien Carter 0438 850 166

NEW HOME SITE IN SOUGHT-AFTER ENVIRONS Eaglemont´s finest location, with over 15m of frontage, the council approved sizable building envelope awaits a new residence of distinction near private schools, Austin and Mercy Hospitals, Eaglemont Village, Burgundy Street, parklands and transport. Expressions of Interest By Tuesday 26th March at 5.00pm Inspect By Appointment Contact John Levingston 0410 978 144

Office 9459 5666 | 9497 3222 Damien Carter 0438 850 166

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IVANHOE 4 Iffley Court

IVANHOE 319 Upper Heidelberg Road

PAST, PRESENT & FUTURE APPEAL BY PARKLAND Tightly-held on an exclusive cul-de-sac culminating in parkland, this charming 2/3BR one-owner home c1928 on a substantial 693 m2 block (approx) exudes a timeless feel inviting renovation, rebuilding or development (STCA).

‘ROTHERWOOD’ C1926 Standing back behind mature garden, ´Rotherwood´ c1926 exudes an imposing air of character, class and family comfort. This exceptional 4BR, 2 bathroom solid brick family home delivers quality living on a 721 m2 allot. (approx) with remote-control gate OSP.

Auction Inspect Contact

Saturday 23rd March at 11.00am Thu 4:30-5pm, Sat 10:30-11am Peter Scott 0459 223 994

ESR $680,000-$720,000 Office 9497 3222 | 9459 5666 Damien Carter 0438 850 166

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For Sale Inspect Sat 3-3:30pm Contact Stewart Oldmeadow 0412 119 277

ESR $1,200,000-$1,250,000 Office 9497 3222 | 9459 5666 Helen Witchell 0413 741 158

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HEIDELBERG 3/14 Edgar Street

IVANHOE 2/1088 Heidelberg Road

SPACIOUS & SECLUDED SIZE SURPRISE This spacious 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom freestanding town residence is sure to surprise with outstanding size, style and features. Central heating, evaporative cooling, solar hotwater, alfresco area and garden, rainwater tank and remote-control DLUG.

BRILLIANT BOUTIQUE APARTMENT An exceptional opening in boutique ´Latham Views´, this smart 1BR ground-floor apartment includes secure basement parking, alfresco courtyard, open-plan living/ dining, Miele kitchen, bathroom, laundry and reverse-cycle heating and cooling.

ESR $620,000-$660,000 Office 9459 5666 | 9497 3222 Brad Pearce 0409 679 414

Auction Inspect Contact

Saturday 23rd March at 1.00pm Thu 6-6:30pm, Sat 12:30-1pm Stewart Oldmeadow 0412 119 277

Office 9497 3222 | 9459 5666 Sue Lacey 0412 898 202

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For Sale Inspect Wed 5:15-5:45pm, Sat 12-12:30pm Contact Greg Taylor 0409 090 611

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BELLFIELD 2/37 Wilkinson Crescent

HEIDELBERG 52 Hodgson Street

STYLISH & SECURE CONTEMPORARY RETREAT Freestanding in a secluded and secure rear position, this 2BR single-level townhouse delivers an irresistible blend of space, style and serenity. Remote-control gates, openplan living and dining, deck, granite kitchen, bathroom, heating/cooling and rain-tank.

ENTICING SCOPE IN SOUGHT-AFTER ENVIRONS Comfortably classic with perfect potential; this long held 1950s 3BR home is well maintained in original condition on a 695m2 allotment (approx); rejuvenate, renovate or rebuild (STCA). Near parklands, schools, Burgundy Street and transport.

Auction Inspect Contact

Saturday 23rd March at 11.00am Thu 5:15-5:45pm, Sat 10:30-11am Damien Carter 0438 850 166

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ESR $370,000-$390,000 Office 9497 3222 | 9459 5666 James Davis 0405 687 817

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Saturday 6th April at 11.00am Thu 2.30-3pm, Sat 10-10:30am Greg Taylor 0409 090 611

ESR $540,000-$580,000 Office 9497 3222 | 9459 5666 Brad Pearce 0409 679 414

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NELSON ALEXANDER

ivaNhOE 1 Surrey Court

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StuNNiNg DEcO StyLE, prEStigiOuS cOurt aDDrESS This welcoming clinker-brick residence on a secluded landscaped garden allotment in the Beaumont Estate offers exceptional family living close to Ivanhoe Village, transport and leading private schools. A master-built renovation and extension incorporates four bedrooms (ensuite to main), linked formal living and dining rooms, an expansive informal living and dining area flowing to an alfresco entertaining area with BBQ and pizza oven, superb timber kitchen with premium appliances, upper-level retreat/study, two additional tiled bathrooms and laundry. Including a double garage and cellar, this light-filled property features polished timber floors, superb 1930s plaster detail, ducted heating, refrigerated cooling and an alarm system.

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This Sat at 3 pm Thurs 1-1.30 $1.2m-$1.3m 146 Upper Heidelberg Rd, Ivanhoe | 9490 2900 Dave Oster 0418 800 120 Nunzio Sulfaro 0414 223 134

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NELSON ALEXANDER

ivANhOE EAST 19 Beauview Parade

A grANd dESigN fOr fAmiLy LiviNg A prime address close to leading schools, Village shops and Yarra parkland, expansive well-zoned living areas and extensive outdoor entertaining space combine to give this four bedroom residence market-leading appeal. Set on a low maintenance block, it comprises generously proportioned living and dining rooms flowing to a paved courtyard with solar-heated pool, an ultra-stylish timber kitchen with Gaggenau appliances, huge upper level family room with balcony, four spacious bedrooms, three bathrooms, a fitted laundry and big cellar. Featuring generous storage, hydronic and solid fuel heating, evaporative cooling, entry-phone security and new carpets, this light-filled property includes a remote-entry double garage.

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AUCTiON iNSPECTiON PriCE gUidE OffiCE CONTACT

This Sat at 11 am Thurs 2-2.30 $1m-$1.1m 146 Upper Heidelberg Rd, Ivanhoe | 9490 2900 Dave Oster 0418 800 120 Nunzio Sulfaro 0414 223 134

NELSON ALEXANDER

rOSaNNa 62 Bellevue Avenue

CLaSSiC 1950S arChitECturE, ExtENdEd fOr CONtEmpOrary LiviNg Meticulously renovated for family living with a prime address close to transport, schools and parkland, this light-filled residence offers a versatile floor plan comprising four double bedrooms (ensuite and fitted dressing room to main), a large formal sitting room/fifth bedroom, a well-equipped kitchen open to an expansive living and dining room, lower level family room, two further bathrooms, full-size laundry and storage room. This exceptional property, set on a vast landscaped block (640 sq.m approx), includes a garage and 2-car carport, covered deck flowing to private rear garden, polished timber floors, ducted heating and cooling, quality fittings and period detail.

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This Sat at 1 pm Thurs 12-12.30 $900,000-$990,000 146 Upper Heidelberg Rd, Ivanhoe | 9490 2900 Dave Oster 0418 800 120 Liz Walker 0412 659 140

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EAGLEMONT 27 Hawdon Street

A FADED ARTS AND CRAFTS bEAUTy: RENOVATE OR REbUILD! This expansive historic residence (ca 1900), set on a vast hilltop block overlooking the prestigious Burley Griffin estate requires complete renovation to make it one of the area’s finest properties. Alternatively, here is an extremely rare opportunity to create a large-scale contemporary dwelling (STCA). Retaining finely crafted timber and leadlight detail, the house includes several verandahs, a grand formal sitting room, dining room, four bedrooms and service rooms. The tranquil location is one of Melbourne’s best, close to Eaglemont Village, fine schools and Yarra parklands. Land size approx 987 sqm.

IVANHOE 1-4/8 John Street

This Sat at 2 pm Thurs 12-12.30 $1.1m-$1.2m 146 Upper Heidelberg Rd, Ivanhoe | 9490 2900 Liz Walker 0412 659 140 James Labiris 0409 094 767

Delivering unsurpassable quality over 2 levels these luxury town residences are available off the plan and due for completion in August 2013. With the convenience of a courtyard, internal lift, ultra stylish interiors offer open plan living/dining, alfresco balcony, Chef’s Kitchen, 3 bedrooms, study and 2 bathrooms combining 27 square metres of accommodation and garaging.

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AUCTION INSPECTION PRICE GUIDE OFFICE CONTACT

PRIVATE SALE INSPECTION By appointment $1.05m GUIDE 146 Upper Heidelberg Rd, Ivanhoe | 9490 2900 OFFICE Dave Oster 0418 800 120 CONTACT Nunzio Sulfaro 0414 223 134

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HEidELBErG 12 Avoca Street VaSt LaNd, primE iNVEStmENt OppOrtuNity NEar parkLaNdS On an elevated block (952 sqm approx) this attractive 3BR house includes plans and planning permission for three townhouses, in a prized position close to Warringal Parklands, the hospital precinct, Burgundy Street shops and rail transport.

priVatE SaLE iNSpECtiON Sat 12-12.30 GuidE $829,000 146 Upper Heidelberg Rd, Ivanhoe | 9490 2900 OFFiCE Liz Walker 0412 659 140 CONtaCt James Labiris 0409 094 767

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