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REVIEW\ MOUTHING OFF THE THIRSTY CONTINENT My friend put down her fork, fixed me with that piercing stare of hers and demanded, “Why don’t you ever write your column about water?”

So many answers to that question. But she’s a woman who knows her journalism as well as she knows the best place in Melbourne to find tea-smoked duck and suckling pig, so I take her inquiries seriously. The problem was that she wanted me to work out what she considered a straightforward equation, which in reality is anything but.

How much water do we have/receive in Australia each year; and how much do we require for our needs?

If you subtract one from the other, then we would surely realise how little/much we have and divide it accordingly. Yes, well. If only it was that easy.

I can imagine this question coming from several people I know, and the assumption and the outcome would be different in every case, because “requirement” is fiendishly relative. What answer would I give my friend who is a primary producer, relying on water flows from a tributary of the Murray, but who has not

received a water allocation in more than five years? He’s surviving, yes – but what does he require?

What do I say to my friend who is a wonderful gardener, and considers it her absolute right to use water when she needs it because she is more careful and disciplined in its application than anyone else she knows, and because she’s aiding the environment by growing so many glorious CO2-absorbing trees?

What would my superannuation fund manager tell me was needed, when he knows that the mining industry uses an astonishing amount of water – and not always as wisely as it could – but that their lucrative endeavours and GDP-building companies fire my portfolio and guarantee my retirement?

Here are the straight answers, according to federal government figures: We have average rainfall at 469 millimetres a year, but only 12 per cent of it runs off to collect in rivers. We have 447 large dams that are able to supply 79 million megalitres of water for mainly urban, irrigation and hydro-electric power users. We have farm dams and 15 million megalitres of groundwater available for extraction each year.

According to the federal Environment Department, Australians consume more than 20 million megalitres of water a year. More than 70 per cent of this is used for irrigation; 21 per cent goes to urban and industrial uses

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So far, so good. Doesn’t all that put us well ahead?

Well, not when you then start to talk about unwise water use, uneven rainfall and water allocation, salination and erosion, threats to groundwater quality, and the fact that we have the highest per capita consumption of water in the world. And then there’s the issue of increased demand. According to figures released by the Water Services Association of Australia last week, demand for water in Australia could increase by 1.5 trillion litres over the next 50 years.

That’s speculative, but what isn’t is that water is also one of the most highly political issues in this country.

Which government, hoping for handsome Budget figures year after year, wants to debate the value of 70 per cent of our water going to irrigated agriculture?

And for that matter, what urban scribbler wants to forgo the seasonal delights produced by that water? I am hoping the technology that will save our water and allow us to apply it far more efficiently is so brilliant and advanced that it hasn’t even been invented yet, but surely will be. As a water user as hopeless as the next person, I have to. \

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A bit spiritual, a bit political, a bit Shirley Temple. peTer WilmoTh meets the woman behind the much-anticipated The Waiting City.

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t’s disarming and mildly reassuring when a reputation is not lived up to, when someone acts against type, or at least the type that’s been imposed on them. The talk before I met her – and there are several references to it online, too - was that Radha Mitchell won’t discuss her childhood, that she’s fiercely private, quite a serious young insect, and that interviews are always confined to the film she’s promoting. The portrait is of someone who’d rather people didn’t know much about her at all.

So, yes, it’s quite fun watching a jovial and amusing Mitchell enjoying revisiting the actors she loved as a kid, afternoons spent at the Astor Theatre in St Kilda and her childhood love of Shirley Temple. “I had a real thing for style,” she says. “I liked Natassja Kinski, Catherine Deneuve. I grew up at the Astor Cinema watching movies all the time. I’d watch old movies. I was never someone who worshipped anyone – except Shirley Temple. Every Sunday on TV there was a Shirley Temple movie. She was a brilliant actress.”

But alongside the stories of youthful passion for the child superstar with the golden ringlets and cute dimples, there is the political teenager attending anti-nuclear rallies and calling out self-penned political chants.

“I was a member of a group called The Children’s Campaign for Peace,” Mitchell says. “We sang at peace rallies. I was really proud of myself one year because people were chanting the chant that I’d written about Ronald Reagan and Mitterand. This was the ’80s. People used to care in the ’80s.

Nuclear non-proliferation. Try saying that eight times in a row. I had to say nuclear non-proliferation recently because I was presenting an award for Global Green, an organisation that (Mikhail) Gorbachev started, to green the planet. So I had to give a speech … in front of him and the words nuclear non-proliferation came up eight times.”

We’re up high in the Olsen Hotel in Chapel Street in a suite reserved for Mitchell to speak to journalists. Mitchell, 36, is curled up on a big white couch. She is legendarily beautiful with luminous eyes and razor cheekbones. There is a stillness and serenity and even, strangely, a shyness about her. She seems entirely unaffected by the attention she receives as a well-regarded Hollywood figure. She speaks softly, with the occasional hint

“often being displaCed makes you moRe ReCeptive than being in youR home spaCe.”

Amber Indigo Anunda Above: Actor Radha Mitchell and Former Soviet President Mikhail Gorbachev arrive at the 2005 Global Green Millennium Awards.

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Right: Ben (Joel edgerton, left) and Fiona (Mitchell) in Kolkata in the scene from Claire McCarthy’s The Waiting City.

Main: Mitchell says she was drawn to The Waiting City because of its willingness to explore contemporary gender roles. (John DoneGAn)

of an American accent, and there are small giggles when she’s not able to finish a sentence as fluently as she started it.

Mitchell remarks on the John Olsen prints that cover the walls and on the extraordinary view of Melbourne, which takes in the part of South Yarra in which she grew up. Further along Chapel Street is her beloved Astor Cinema, now owned by her old school St Michael’s Grammar, just nearby. It’s a neighborhood she knows well.

Now living under the endlessly blue skies of Santa Monica, California, Mitchell is embracing the grey, mid-winter heaviness of her home town. “LA can be quite light and fluffy,” she says. “There is something brooding about Melbourne. There’s an emotional intensity that’s very real and you have to adjust to it. If you want the real experience of Australia you have to be here in winter. You always think of it as summer and surfing, but it’s cold. It’s very much an internal, inside culture in Melbourne, which is really I think what creates the energy of the city, very introspective.”

Mitchell’s new film is The Waiting City, co-starring Joel Edgerton. Shot entirely in Kolkata, it is the story of an Australian couple in India to collect their adopted baby. While waiting for arrangements to be finalised, the time in chaotic Kolkata reveals marital tensions and frustrations between the high-powered lawyer (Mitchell) and the unfocused musician and producer with much-talked about big plans for his career (Edgerton). The lawyer is the pragmatic and powerful breadwinner, the musician the genial man-child dreamer. Among the film’s sub-plots is a study of marriage and the many situations that couples face.

It was the complexity of these issues, and the character-driven script, that attracted Mitchell to the project. “Most people understand those dynamics.

It was really nice to be in a film that revolves around character and is dependent on these two actors. It was a nice responsibility. A lot of films are effects-related or have bizarre plots that keep the audience involved. This was about the subtlety of human communication,” she says.

“It’s a very female story. The issues are very female – partnerships, fertility, the value that women place on relationships, and how this new world that we live in can work (where we) possibly have husbands that are more like wives.

It’s the turmoil of these two characters trying to figure out how to love each other with all of their frustration and ambivalence.”

Underlying the story of a couple wondering whether they are in love any more is the question of how marriages and relationships can work in a world where certainties about gender roles have been scrambled. “I think it’s reflective of where we are in culture in the West that we have all of these options that we didn’t used to have,” Mitchell says. “We rebelled against our grandparents and found ourselves in this very confusing place … We’re kind of at this adolescent point in our evolution. We’re looking for liberty. That’s the point of what the struggle is about for humans and society. We’re looking for some freedom and some love, and we’ve been bound by these repressive roles over the years. A lot of us still have this baggage of expectation that we might have as hangovers from what our parents or grandparents taught us.

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know. Everyone’s life is so specific and so personal and there are so many different factors that influence the choices that we make. But I can only say that making a family would be one of the primary things that you would want to do if you are that way inclined.”

Mitchell was attracted to the idea of shooting a film in India. Her mother, a model and her father, a filmmaker, gave their daughter an Indian name – Radha Rani Amber Indigo Anunda – and encouraged exploration of different cultures. “I had a fairly eclectic spiritual perspective that was presented to me, so I got to know about Buddhism and Hinduism and Christianity and a little bit about Judaism and Islam, a way to look at reality – that God’s got many different names,” she says. “What is that? Pluralistic?

I don’t know where that particularly leaves me other than I would certainly acknowledge there’s a force which is greater than us that includes us.

Certainly India is the place if you want to have some sort of catharsis. It pushes all your buttons and makes you kind of vulnerable and raw and available to yourself. Often being displaced makes you more receptive than being in your home space. The movie includes that experience in the process of telling the story, which I think is very brave and ambitious.”

Mitchell’s father’s film making, she says, “created the sense of possibility” in her decision to act. She began her career with a three-year stint on Neighbours, and went on to roles in Blue Heelers, GP and Phoenix. “I was studying at Swinburne and I was doing various TV shows. I think I did the first episode of Blue Heelers and another episode where I was a gun-toting hustler. I can’t remember exactly, but I know I had a gun. We were doing plays around Melbourne. I did a play called Desire in a nightclub. It was a time of exploration. There was an actor called Shane Connor who played my dad in a TV series and who taught me a lot about acting. It was a very interesting and fun time.”

Surrogates (2009) The Waiting City (2009) The Code (2009) What We Take from Each Other (2008) Children of the Silk Road (2008) Henry Poole Is Here (2008) Rogue (2007) Feast of Love (2007) Pu-239 (2006) Silent Hill (2006) Mozart and the Whale (2005) Melinda and Melinda (2004) Finding Neverland (2004) Man on Fire (2004) Visitors (2003) Four Reasons (2002) (Director & Actor)

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the guy is not if her concept of a man is that he is supposed to be this one way and his concept of a woman is that she’s supposed to be this one way.

They’re seeking to find themselves in order to accept each other, I guess.”

I ask Mitchell if she thinks marriage works. “Is it even worth it?” she says.

“I think the movie is very much pro-relationship in the end and very much pro-figuring it out and putting the time in.”

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he film’s writer and director, Claire McCarthy, says the film is an exploration of love, but also investigates the notion of choices for women and of family. In the production notes, she says: “As a woman, it’s interesting to me that within my culture and where I come from, I’m encouraged to be powerful, to do anything, yet the choices I make personally have an inevitable knock-on effect with my career. This is a common issue a lot of women juggle with in their lives. Women often delay personal decisions until later in life because they would like to have a career, and then find themselves at a strange intersection. You wonder, how do I be powerful, how do I be a woman, and yet how do I fit in children, have a meaningful experience of motherhood, have a family and perhaps be in a sustainable relationship. These things are really difficult to navigate …”

The emotional journey of adoption – frustration, excitement, fear, doubt, love and the instant and overwhelming sense of responsibility that is parenthood – is well played out by Mitchell and Edgerton. The characters are not outlines but well drawn studies of two flawed people trying their best in the sometimes surreal world of a foreign country.

The story resonated for Mitchell, who says she would like to adopt a child from another culture and embraces the idea that families look different today. “I feel the concept of family is also evolving … It becomes a much broader thing than this protective little unit around your genetic lineage and the idea that you might include somebody from the other side of the world and live and nurture and care for them as one of yours I think is really beautiful.”

She has friends who have adopted children from other cultures, including a woman involved in an organisation called Children Uniting Nations that encourages foster care. “There’s a woman who’s a close friend whose daughters are both adopted, one 17, one 20 something. One was a crack baby, now she’s in a very wealthy Beverley Hills home. A lifestyle shift.”

She says she’d like to start a family. “Career and children? God, I don’t

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Mitchell on Melbourne: “if you want the real experience of Australia you have to be here in winter.” (John DoneGAn)

he moved to Los Angeles in 1997 and has since built a strong resumé of film work, including the title role in Woody Allen’s 2004 comedy Melinda and Melinda. When the director called to offer her the role, she thought it was a practical joke. Like all actors in an Allen project, Mitchell was never quite sure where she stood with the director, who never offers much direction to the cast. “It’s kind of a little disconcerting because you’re used to sharing the character in a way … His style is a very hands-off approach. You just sort of learn your lines and say them. You’re not quite sure whether he liked them or not.” Is that nerve-wracking in itself? “It is.

And that’s why you see all these neurotic characters in Woody Allen movies.

They’ve got no idea whether they’re going to get fired or whether they’re staying. Because you hear all these stories about people who get fired the next day.”

It is a strategy by him? “He’s not stupid. He has certainly got a series of hilarious neuroses that he makes very clear to all the crew and they all pander to these weird habits that he has. That’s part of the fun of working on a Woody Allen movie. He has his own way of doing things, and they’re quite specific, quite unusual and very strange.”

From the neurotic to the terrifying, Mitchell played in Rogue, Australian director Greg McLean’s 2007 follow-up to his chilling and disturbing Wolf Creek (2005). Mitchell took the role in Rogue, the story of a party of tourists stalked by a massive man-eating crocodile, because she admired the director. “I really loved Greg McLean’s work, especially his film Wolf Creek, which I think expanded the horror genre.”

In 2004 she starred with Johnny Depp and Kate Winslet in Finding Neverland, enjoying the different sides of Depp. “He’s always been beautiful but he found himself as an actor playing these kooky characters,” Mitchell says. “He’s creative and imaginative and when he expresses that in these various different characters, we just love it because it’s great. And to put a big budget behind it and turn him into a pirate or the Mad Hatter, people can’t get enough of it because it’s brilliant.”

Home for Mitchell is now “all over the planet – I live in LA and have a deep connection to Melbourne. My sense of home is here.”

While not expansive about herself, and disinclined to volunteer too much, time with Mitchell reveals a woman underwhelmed by, but resigned to the idea of, self-promotion. “I just don’t want to do press unless it’s related to a project,” she says. “Generally comfortable to talk about the theme of the story, less comfortable to talk about myself. I don’t really feel I have to defend that. It seems to make sense. I don’t think there’s anything to be gained from explaining your life to people you don’t know and have no connection with.”

She moves around Melbourne without any fussing from fans, and she says any attention from admirers in the US is just “flattering”. This slight distance by the public might be because she’s not a household name or face as little is written about her outside of her film releases.

The gloom of a Melbourne evening is starting to descend, which, judging by the light in Mitchell’s eyes as she looks over the city, is just fine by her.\

Woody Allen With Mitchell At the World preMiere of MELINDA & MELINDA

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BLISSFUL BYRON PETER WILMOTH rediscovers New South Wales’ magical mecca.

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o many Melburnians have a relationship with Byron Bay. In a way it’s a rite of passage to have temporarily vacated Melbourne’s winter and found some sunshine at this magical northern New South Wales town, now so easy to reach cheaply by air.

Byron is still a mecca for surf dogs and alternative types seeking refuge from something. But over the past few years it’s also attracted big-money city types, also escaping from their own something – even if it’s their app-filled iPhone or event-packed Blackberry. Still, it’s a mix that sits easily. Rich or poor, hippie or corporate, everyone seems relaxed. And why wouldn’t they? It’s no accident Byron has long been a tourism magnet.

It’s kicked on since I first visited 20 years ago with a bunch of friends. I recently drove to Wategoes to have a look at the house a group of seven of us rented, where we’d sit on the balcony and watch the sea for hours, drinking wine and checking the surf for that famous Wategoes longboard wave. But I couldn’t find the house.

Could they have knocked it down? Surely not, it was a charming two-storey wooden classic beach house. I looked and looked but never found it. Maybe it was a message – your youthful memories should remain just that.

So, as for many others, Byron is special to me. And 20 years later I found myself there again, this time with my children. So I showed them Byron. And they loved it. It was warm, for starters. And there is so much to do here.

Great eating, beautiful beaches, abundant good waves and a relaxed vibe. A fine family holiday.

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Rent out Partridge Cottage, an original 1950s beach shack on the beachfront. It’s been recently renovated but retains its ’50s feel. It has three bedrooms and a shack out the back for older kids. www.stayz.com.au/48356

Basil’s Brush. This is a renovated colonial farmhouse set

on an old dairy in Possum’s Creek, minutes from the township of Bangalow and Byron beaches.

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The Oasis Resort and Treetop Houses.

Located in natural bushland and alongside the Arakwal National Park, these houses are just 400 metres from Tallow Beach and five minutes south of the heart of Byron. www.byronbayoasisresort.com.au

Absolute Moondarah. Three-bedroom beachfront house,

perfect for families.

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EAT

Eating out is a wonderful Byron activity, from high-end to groovy café. Byron wouldn’t be Byron without the many chilled-out cafés to sit and people-watch. And this is a hugely rewarding pursuit in this part of the world: there’s the would-be novelists working at their notebooks (or Notebooks), the blissed-out Rastas with their multilayered wristbands and coats of many colors and the fresh-faced European backpackers writing in their diaries, possibly about not wanting to leave this paradise.

We enjoyed Twisted Sista café (4 Lawson Street), which serves pancakes, raspberry muffins and good coffee, and the Byron Beach Café (Lawson Street), a relaxed, beachy haven. Enjoy a meal outside on the deck overlooking the beach.

Try Harvest café in Newrybar, a bit out of town in the Byron hinterland, about 10-15 minutes drive towards Ballina. Set in an early 1900s cottage, you can enjoy the local organic produce on the cottage’s verandah. It’s open seven days from 8.30 for breakfast. It’s at 18 Old Pacific Highway, Newrybar.

Also try Fish Heads – enjoy lovely food while sitting on absolute waterfront. www.fishheadsbyron.com.au St Elmo, a new bar/restaurant focusing on good

wine and shared plates (corner Fletcher Street and Lawson Lane).

The Savvy Teppanyaki Lounge (9 Fletcher Street) has good

Japanese and a good atmosphere.

Dish is fine dining in an elegant environment. www.dishbyronbay.com.au

THINGS TO DO

The best thing we did was hang at the beach and join another family from Melbourne in building a magnificent sandcastle.

Markets are great fun for the family. Visit Bangalow Markets, 20 minutes from Byron. It’s on the fourth Sunday of the month, 9am-3pm. Visit the Byron Bay Farmers Market on Thursday or Saturday with the chef from Byron at Byron Resort and Spa. See food shopping through a chef’s eyes.

At the Byron Bay Dive Centre, take a sea turtle snorkelling tour, a whale-watching cruise or a dive trip.

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Kayak with dolphins with Cape Byron Kayaks and do snorkel tours in summer and whale-watching in winter. www.capebyronkayaks.com www.ballinaoceantours.com

INDULGE

Watching people wandering around doing not much makes parents want to do the same – for an hour or so.

Enjoy a spa treatment, yoga, steam room and massage at Byron at Byron Spa and Wellness Centre. www.thebyronatbyron.com.au

Massage and beauty treatments are offered at Cocoon, a day spa in Fletcher Street, and Buddha Gardens Day Spa, set in tropical gardens with a heated pool and sauna. \ www.cocoonbyron.com.au www.buddhagardensdayspa.com.au

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northern delights began working in the PieTRO caluzzi Centro Ristorante Italiano in Clarendon Street in the late 1970s. In the late 1980s he bought a half-share in the restaurant, and by 1992 he and his wife Ruth owned the business. They ran it together, bringing up their own family (and feeding other people’s), for 17 years.

Their search for a new space began last year, but Pietro died in October and never saw the renovated heritage building on the corner of York and Cecil streets that Ruth opened as his legacy in May. Over the years, customers were loyal, some of them famous, and many of them now are second-generation regulars hooked on the classic northern Italian-inspired dishes created by head chef Luke Smith.

Smith trained at Rockman’s Regency and has worked at the restaurant for the best part of 20 years – in between stints at Caffe e Cucina, Centonove and

The R Bar. His food is unpretentious and uncomplicated. And that’s the way the business executives who lunch regularly at Centro and the city-fringe locals seeking a comforting evening meal have ensured it remains.

A polipetti marinate (marinated octopus) is a delicate ruby-fleshed delight, its flesh salty, garlicky and meltingly tender, while its ocean neighbour and the restaurant’s signature calamari entrée is a traditional and congruent marriage of fine calamari strips cooked in delicate virgin olive oil with a touch of garlic and a subtle blast of fresh chilli.

Away from the sea, the menu’s stalwarts include a rabbit dish, top-notch gnocchi and the ever-present capellini alla Harold (inspired by leading patron, entrepreneur Harold Mitchell), an angel-hair pasta entrée with diced prawns, scallops and lemon zest.

The hunter-style rabbit, coniglio alla cacciatore, is a

heart-warming combination of rabbit pieces braised in red wine, mushrooms and tomato and served with an oven-crisped wedge of polenta.

The rabbit is fleshy and the pieces, of varying fat content, are carefully cooked. (Smith sources his rabbit from a Swan Hill supplier and says quality is consistent, although the cold winter has meant leaner-fleshed creatures than he would like). The braising liquid is rich and potent, the perfect foil for the golden finely textured corn “cake”.

Servings are generous and dessert longing is a common post-meal regret. Choices to covet next time include classic winter warmers such as banana soufflé with caramel sauce, hazelnut and chocolate pudding and rhubarb crème brulee. \

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Unpretentious, northern Italian-inspired cuisine, an ambient setting, a short-but-wellconsidered wine list and classic, welcoming Mediterranean service are the reasons this family-run Italian restaurant has retained its place among Melbourne’s nostalgic favourites for almost 20 years.

Business lunches, family celebrations and special occasions are this restaurant’s forte and Centro’s smart new home, just a stone’s throw from its old Clarendon Street site, is a loving memorial to Pietro Caluzzi, the man behind its success.

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eople say if you really want to understand the social, political and economic status of a suburb, spend time at the local park.

Parks, schmarks, I say. I’ve done them all – big ones and small, fancy-pants parks, really cool latte parks and sad little forgotten country parks. I’ve heard young, eager Carlton mums sing nursery rhymes on picnic rugs in Rathdowne Street, and weekend dads networking over the swings in East Kew. I’ve had my purse stolen from a park in St Kilda, and once watched a Moonee Ponds nonna do the walk-of-shame after her grandchild peed on another kid on top of the slide.

The dress code may change from place to place, and the upkeep varies depending on the municipality, but

the social milieu remains the same. Mostly, it’s just boring. In fact, a friend says the worst thing about having kids is taking them to the park. Dirty nappies and not sleeping for four years rates higher for me on the yuk scale, but I do agree that watching how high a toddler can go on a swing for two hours can be a mind-numbing experience.

But it’s one of the official unwritten rules of parenting these days – you have to take your kid to the park.

Backyards are filled with springless trampolines and outdoor entertainment complexes, so parks are a necessary evil, but nowhere near as fun for the kids now the parents are watching.

In our day, the olds would send us off to the park after dinner so they could open a bottle of Ben Ean and watch The Sullivans uninterrupted. Parks were wild

"PARKS ARE A NECESSARY EVIL, BUT NOWHERE NEAR AS FUN FOR THE KIDS NOW THE PARENTS ARE WATCHING."

discovery lands and places of unthinkable danger back then but parents didn’t seem to care. My first puff of a cigarette was at a park. Tracy Boyle found one still lit, discarded underneath a whizzy spinner and the truth is a couple of puffs on a random ciggie was nowhere near as dangerous as that old steel whizzy spinner.

Ah, but anything that causes dizziness, swearing, tetanus or may poo on the grass has been removed from parks these days. (In fact, our world is so afraid of public liability litigation that even my local Safeway has a sign at every checkout warning people not to lift heavy things. Like, how’s that going to work – someone’s got to carry the kitty litter!)

When I grew up there was a bit of spare land near us that we called a park. The only thing that indicated it might be available for kid use was an old wooden swing that sat in the middle of a dirt mound – the rest was just dry grass but that worked OK for games of cricket and British bulldog. And of course, it was excellent parent-free time so you could really have fun. You don’t see much kiss-chasey on the monkey bars in Northcote these days – just a whole lot of cheesy, first-time parents anticipating their kid’s every fall. (Wait till they have number two – by then they’ll be experts at sitting on the sidelines with a latte, trying to avoid eye contact so they’re not called upon to push someone on the swing).

So while I’m celebrating the return of school – traffic’s back to normal, kids are in bed after MasterChef and lunchbox lids have been scrounged out from the under the sink and reconciled with their better halves – I’m thinking at least for the time being, I won’t have to go to the park. And that’s a good thing. \

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Business, is an operation with a mission. Its aim is to help the long-term unemployed and to source ethically produced coffee beans from around the world. Its cafés are in the Baker Institute in Prahran, Mackillop Street in the city and its roasting plant and showplace café is in Kensington. Roaster Jeremy Jenkins works with the single-origin coffee beans, Fair Trade-certified and organic where possible, from places such as El Salvador, Guatemala, Nicaragua, Kenya, Ethiopia, Brazil, Peru, India and PNG. Operations manager Joe Molloy says employment is created in the café’s kitchens and around its roasting operations. Some staff members act as coffee couriers, on the company’s big green bicycle. Many of the long-term unemployed have had drug or mental health problems and others are refugees – all given a second chance by an employer that takes them on face value. “We don’t make a big deal about it,” says Molloy.

“We are not funded by anyone other than the people who buy our products and most of our employees have been with us since we began 18 months ago.”

Address: 307 Racecourse Road, Flemington phone:

Barista: Amy McLachlan coffee:

Social Roasting Company

Barista’s choice: Ristretto The rows of photos pinned behind the counter at Social Roasting Company’s Kensington café are a glimpse of the changed lives this employer has created. The mid-week customers are mostly families, couples and friends. A relaxed atmosphere is created by the friendly staff and the retro theme. Black-cushioned bar stools line the front window and pre-loved vinyl-topped chairs surround recycled tables. A bright blue La Marzocco machine dominates the front counter, while Retro orange light fittings add extra colour. There are 10 breakfast choices and about half a dozen lunch choices, plus a daily winter soup.

As a flat white, the house-roasted coffee blend is dark and strong. Its busy six-bean combination brings out notes of chocolate, rum and raisin.

Amy McLachlan worked in BARISTA restaurants, cocktail bars and cafes in Wellington. She did her coffee training in New

Zealand, too. But running the espresso machine at this community employer’s busiest café for the past year has been one of her biggest challenges. She’s learning about roasting and says the coffee served at SRC is a labour-intensive blend comprised of six different, individually roasted beans from Peru, Brazil, PNG, Kenya, Tanzania and Honduras. Her interest in Africa

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So you like chardy, eh? the white wines, chardonnay is my Of all favourite and the white I drink more often than any other. I love its complex flavours of white

stone fruits, minerals, melon, nuts, grapefruit and, occasionally, tropical fruit. And when it’s done well, how it can carry racy acidity and still have a lovely texture.

I also love how chardonnay can reflect its terroir as well as giving the winemaker a chance to influence its style.

This winemaker influence – using new oak to enhance length on the palate and malolactic fermentation to boost the wine’s body – got chardonnay into trouble in the 1990s when it gained a reputation for being high in alcohol, so oaky that fruit flavours were overwhelmed and full-bodied and buttery.

Happily, in Australia that trend has slowly been reversed over the past 10 years as winemakers strive to produce a more structured, leaner style of chardonnay with citrus and mineral flavours.

One area that is driving this change is the cool-climate Yarra Valley, where winemakers have gone from a heavier, highly oaked and high-alcohol style to a leaner, more mineral style without the heavy input of oak.

This Saturday, July 23, Toolangi Vineyards is hosting Chardonnay 10, showcasing 15 top Yarra Valley chardonnays from the past few years and benchmarking them against 25 highly regarded chardonnays from around the world. Having tried a couple of the Yarra Valley wines to be showcased, I can see why local winemakers are keen

to put their wines up against some of the best that France, New Zealand and the US have to offer.

What makes the Yarra Valley such a good area for chardonnay? I went straight to the source and asked Young Guns of Wine 2010 nominee Franco D’Anna, whose Hoddles Creek and Wickhams Road chardonnays have been reviewed in these pages recently.

“The Yarra is suited to chardonnay as we have cool nights for acid retention and warm days for sugar accumulation.

The Yarra is a large area, so the different sub-regions (Upper and Lower Yarra) also make it suitable to produce different styles of chardonnay,” explained Franco.

Vineyards in the Lower Yarra, which is home to wineries such as Mandala, Toolangi Vineyards, Tarrawarra Estate and Oakridge, pick their grapes early to maintain freshness and acid balance. These wines are characterised by flint, minerals, low oak and low alcohol. In recent years there have been grapefruit characteristics, too.

In the Upper Yarra, where Franco’s Hoddles Creek winery is based, grapes are often picked a little riper than the lower valley floor as the grapes have a more natural acid balance. This results in wines that are still fine and taut, but with more peach, fig and melon characteristics than wines of the Lower Yarra.

Other chardonnay producers in the Upper Yarra include Gembrook Hill, Seville Estate and Shelmerdine. \

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Complex aromas of nectarine, fig, melon rind and cashews are on display in this excellent wine. It has great balance, with acid, texture and flavour all in harmony but each playing a clearly identifiable role.

Subtle flavours of white stone fruits with mealy, nutty characters precede powerful palate length. This wine evolved every few minutes in the glass as really good wine can do, and will be good drinking for several years to come.

Subtle flavour

Excellent length

This wine has had a few years in the bottle to gain complexity and displays seductive aromas of nectarine, melon, nougat and spicy oak with some funky notes as well. It has citrus flavours – lemon and pink grapefruit – along with nectarine. This is really well balanced with excellent length and a spicy cashew finish. It’s easy to see why the folks at Toolangi are keen to show off this wine.

GEMBROOK HILL BLANC DE BLANCS 2005 (Yarra Valley) $50; 12.5% a/v ★★★★

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This blanc de blancs is made from 100 per cent chardonnay and this is one of the more complex Australian examples I have tried. This wine spent four years ageing on yeast lees in the bottle before being disgorged and plugged with its cork. Complex, perfumed aromas including lemon and white peach jump from the glass and are followed by more lemon, peach and buttered toast along with some yeasty notes.

It’s as dry as a bone with a lingering finish.

Complex bubbles

Juicy flavours

You shouldn’t judge a book by its cover, but this has a pretty label that would catch your eye on a bottleshop shelf, that’s for sure. What’s inside is equally lovely. It smells of melons and citrus with a slight fig richness and light smokey oak. It has a creamy mouthfeel and juicy flavours of white nectarine, grapefruit (a common theme throughout a lot of 2008 Yarra Valley chardonnay) and nougat. This is an ideal chardonnay for the cooler months – and warmer ones, too.

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the literary gods who provided Praise the ABC with another quality mini-series: this year, we were transported to early 19th century London, thanks to a stellar cast that clearly relished the characters on offer, some rather dodgy but nonetheless evocative sets, and Mr Charles Dickens, the master storyteller.

Little Dorrit was yet another example of a Dickens novel that made the successful leap from page to TV screen (remember Bleak House, Oliver Twist and

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Nicholas Nickleby, to name a few?) First televised by the BBC in October 2008, this version starred Matthew Macfadyen as the kind-hearted Arthur Clennam, Judy Parfitt as Mrs Clennam, Sir Tom Courtenay in the role of William Dorrit, and Claire Foy as his daughter, “Little” Amy Dorrit. Its healthy ratings figures suggested viewers found it a welcome relief after the preceding hour’s tension in the MasterChef kitchen.

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Thankfully, this adaptation enhances rather than diminishes the book; it is true to the original story, and beautifully recaptures its skeletons-in-closets drama. A message to those who have not read Little Dorrit: don’t use this terrific mini-series as an excuse.

The original Little Dorrit was written as a serialised work, published over 19 months between 1855 and 1857 in a London journal. With a space and deadline freedom alien to 21st-century writers, Dickens was able to delve deeply into his characters’ lives and flesh out their strengths and flaws.

In Amy Dorrit he created one of literature’s most endearing personalities, but the menace and poverty that threatens her well-being casts dark shadows, and this is most effective in book form. And the enormity of the injustices that occur because of bureaucratic bungling will outrage you – so much so, you’ll want to keep reading to see whether the trusting and kind-hearted natures of the two main characters are eventually rewarded. Unfortunately, television does not afford you that same kind of luxury.

Over many decades Charles Dickens has taken regular battering from reviewers and academics for his over-the-top descriptive style. But as George Orwell, another great literary heavyweight, wrote nearly a century after Little Dorrit was first published: “It would be absurd to say that Dickens is a vague or merely melodramatic writer. Much that he wrote is extremely factual, and in the power of evoking visual images he has probably never been equalled. When Dickens has once described something, you see it for the rest of your life.’’ \

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“George Washington Crosby began to hallucinate eight days before he died.’’ The opening sentence of Paul Harding’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel Tinkers lures the reader onto the deathbed and into the memory bank of George, an ailing clock maker.

As he plucks through his memory bank, George presents the reader with a deeply moving story of a humble man’s life.

This is 40-something Harding’s first novel and his eloquence has prompted some US critics to compare his debut to that of Harper Lee, whose first book, To Kill A Mockingbird, won the 1960 Pulitzer for best fiction.

It’s surprising that Tom Keneally’s latest novel didn’t attract more attention from his large and loud audience of fans when it was first published last year. (Appropriately, the book was recognised on the long list of the Miles Franklin award.) Perhaps this smaller and less expensive paperback format will encourage more readers to try the ambitious historical novel about Lenin protege and communist Artem Samsurov, who escapes Tsarist Russia and makes his way to Australia. Artem becomes part of a Brisbane workers’ strike where he and others – including the attractive married lawyer Hope Mockridge – challenge the Queensland government and police with their socialist views. Based on a true story, The People’s Train is well worth the journey.

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If anyone is able to dissect William Shakespeare’s works and represent them in a way that is accessible and entertaining, it is British writer and biographer Peter Ackroyd. His acclaimed 2005 Shakespeare bio earned rave reviews – possibly because the critics, like the average reader, appreciated this engaging analysis of the man’s life, influences and work. Ackroyd’s new book starts with a brief Shakespeare CV followed by an analysis of his plays, poems and sonnets. His analyses of plots and characters are a highlight, and should prove beneficial to Year 11 and 12 English students, who are fast approaching the business-end of their school year.

It is a well-worn plot among children’s authors: a child or children whose parents have either died, gone to war, disappeared mysteriously or taken a long holiday, and who are threatened with separation/foster care/life with a grumpy ageing relative/boarding school, etc.

First-time author Gregory Hughes has taken this storyline and turned it beautifully on its head.

His protagonists, Rat and her older brother, Bob, run away to New York after their father has died. Their quest: to find their long-lost uncle. Readers aged eight-plus will enjoy this.

“I’m currently reading on the e-reader The Complete Prose Works of Walt Whitman and setting aside the flagship texts like Leaves of Grass and grasping after the poetics of American democracy. I am discovering an acute eye and a tragic voice in notes made in Civil War hospitals. My hardback reading is The Nature Diaries and Notebooks of Richard Jefferies – another great observer. Staccato sentences jotted in pocketbooks reveal the moment when something spotted on a lane becomes the stark framework of a crystalline meditation on nature.’’

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CLAIRE HALLIDAY speaks to people who have chosen to care for the dead.

DEATH BECOMES THEM

Depending on religious beliefs, death can be seen as an end, or a new beginning – a night between two days. Some find it frightening, and when it comes too soon, or with unexpected violence or trauma, it is seen as a tragedy beyond words or even tears. For the people who work around it, though, death isn't just an inevitable part of life – it's also part of a livelihood. As an industry, many say, it chooses them. It also changes them. Sometimes for the better.

Think of a high-profile murder case, suspicious death or violent crime and there’s a good chance Bio-Clean has been there, including a clean-up of the prison cell where Carl Williams died.

As he goes about his work, with the job of returning a property to its previous state, Guerin has learnt not to ponder the “why?” of what can seem so brutally unfair.

“I don’t ask those sorts of questions any more. It’s too hard,” he says.

Having undertaken specialist studies in the US, Guerin has an obvious pride in the thoroughness of his clean-ups and says his is one of a handful of companies called upon by the Victoria Police's Victim Advisory Unit to help families deal with the practicalities of what is already such an emotionally messy business.

“Police know that if we’re finished, there’s not a chance they’re going to get anything else out of the scene,” Guerin says of his attention to detail – ensuring that future residents of a property can live there without visible reminders or fear of contaminants. “We’re that thorough. My thing about blood is, if there’s one drop left, that’s one drop too many.”

Allan Jones \ monumental letter cutter

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upper left: Allan Jones is just one of three people in Melbourne who cut letters by hand. left: Trish Goullet has seen the funeral industry change dramatically over her career.

Peter Guerin \ trauma cleaner, Bio-clean

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s a police officer for 30 years, Peter Guerin always had an appreciation for the wonders of fingerprint powder. In his current role as owner of Bio-Clean – a company that bills itself as Melbourne’s only full-time professional trauma-cleaning company, whose work involves cleaning up after crime scenes, suicides, accidents and decomposed bodies left or forgotten for too long – Guerin, 53, sees things differently.

“Fingerprint powder? That black shit sticks to everything,” he says.

Blood can also be difficult to remove.

“With blood, people think they’ve got it, but then you lift the carpet and it’s gone through to the underlay, and if it’s a decomposed body that’s been there a while, you’re pulling up floorboards because the fluids just go right through. We once removed 33 kilograms of contaminated soil from under a house. Anything porous can be a problem.”

With more than $100,000 of chemicals and specialised equipment (including a wet/dry vacuum he has nicknamed Vampira), Guerin started the business with his then wife in 2004 and now works with one other full-time staff member (another former police officer he has known since the academy) and a team of four casuals.

Of the 500-600 jobs he attends each year, 50 to 60 are deaths.

A recently advertised vacancy with Bio-Clean attracted about 60 applicants, but Guerin has learnt to be wary of the ones who seem to love it.

“People have their own agenda. One told me she was a white witch,” he says. He didn’t hire her.

“I don’t have a fascination with death,” Guerin says of his own pull to the job. “I have respect for it and I have respect for the way people are treated.”

above: Peter Guerin has made a career out of attention to detail.

n the suburban cemetery, on the edge of Melbourne’s winter, it will take Allan Jones two eight-hour days to create the 200 characters that will mark the formal sum of this dead person’s life. As a monumental letter cutter – a livelihood reliant on the passing of others and someone’s desire to remember them – Jones spends his working life surrounded by gravestones.

“It’s all I do, all day, every day,” he says.

He was 17 when he left his NSW home for Warrnambool, looking for an apprenticeship. He’d thought he might be a carpenter but his father had some old fishing mates who were stonemasons, and they took him on.

Taught him the trade.

Back then, there were about 15 similar businesses operating across Melbourne. Today, Jones, 54, says he is one of just three blokes in Melbourne who do it the old-fashioned way – cutting the letters into the gravestones at the cemeteries with a hammer and chisel. Just chipping away.

“These days, most of it’s done by machine and sandblaster, with a stencil printed out from the computer. It takes a few hours,” he says. “When they want the old-style lettering they get silly buggers like me who’ll sit here and do it, even if it takes two or three days. You’ve got to have patience in this work. I’ve got plenty of that.”

Jones brings his own battered cushion to kneel on and his Staffordshire bull terrier, Smudge, grunts at his feet. Before Smudge, aged seven, there was a Dalmatian and before that, another dog.

“Cemeteries are lonely places. You sit there talking to yourself all day, listening to the radio, trying not to go insane,” says Jones.

This job will earn him about $800. His Monday to Friday working week is spent between four cemeteries – Springvale, Kew, Box Hill and Lilydale.

His hand-cut letters might not have the faultlessly clean precision of modern techniques but Jones says they are still sought after.

“It seems to get busier and busier,” he says.

Without the spectre of religious beliefs hovering above his Akubra-ed head, Jones says the cemetery environment doesn’t particularly bother him.

“Dead people don’t scare me,” he laughs. “It’s live people who worry me.”

Sometimes, though, the sadness is like a cloud.

“You see people in here every day, crying and mourning. You’ll read the script as you’re cutting it and it will get to you – especially if it’s a baby. I’m getting a bit old and sentimental. Other days, I cut a whole stone and don’t actually read the words. Sometimes it’s best.”

When it comes to memorialising his own, eventual, death, Jones has recently changed his outlook.

“I used to not care – cremate me, scatter my ashes wherever you want,” he says. “Lately, though, I can see maybe it’s a good thing to have a stone to recognise that you were alive once. What would I put on my stone? ‘Allan Jones: whinger, moaner.’ This job turns you into that. I don’t do this because I love it. Just because it’s all I know how to do.”

Trish Goullet \ funeral director, White lady funerals

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hen Trish Goullet was growing up – a Catholic girl in country Victoria – death seemed simpler.

“You went to the church, had the funeral, you went to the grave.

That was it,” she says.

With 25 years' experience in the funeral industry, Goullet, 63 – now a funeral director and regional manager for White Lady Funerals – has spent her career watching the subsequent evolution. » “The funeral industry,” she says, “has changed dramatically.”

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Although she doesn’t have statistics handy, Goullet seems sure that cremations outnumber burials.

“Sometimes cost is an issue, so I would say to people ‘cremation is less expensive’. For cremation it is $718.

For burial, if you need to purchase a grave, it’s over $3000,” she says.

Then there is the coffin. At the initial meeting, Goullet, or one of the 23 women who make up the staff across White Lady Funerals' nine statewide offices, will sit patiently while the family flips through the catalogue and negotiate the difference between casket and coffin (a coffin is wide at the shoulder and narrow at the foot, while a casket is rectangular and more expensive because of its solid-wood construction), mahogany over pine, metal versus particleboard or perhaps, if budget allows, custom-painting (your football team’s colours can be added but expect to wait a couple of extra days).

There are other decisions, too: floral options; whether to view the body; favourite clothing or shrouds; religious or non-religious; the size or placement of newspaper announcements; the venue for the service.

“We’ve organised funeral services at Ripponlea Estate, at wineries on the peninsula, the rotunda at St Kilda Botanical Gardens, at the beach, at churches. It’s up to the family. I’ve done a child’s funeral in someone’s backyard. I always just give them options. I don’t want them to think I’m taking over,” says Goullet.

Despite emotions so freshly exposed, she says it is rare to have everyone in the room distraught.

“People snap into something. There are decisions to be made.”

For the service, Goullet works with staff to ensure the venue is set up, the hearse arrives, the coffin is in position, the sound system works, the refreshments are available and the mourners are shown to their seats.

Afterwards, there is the paperwork to lodge, to ensure the disposal of the body has been correctly registered.

To be with grieving family and friends after a death is something Goullet sees as a privilege.

“I find it amazing how they react, because they’re in grief and you think they’ve got a lot of other things to think about but they really are so grateful and thankful,” she says. “We have a system where we call the person a week later – just to say ‘hello’. They say ‘are you ringing about the account?’ and I say ‘no, we’re just ringing to see how things are’.”

Goullet takes notes on the day of the funeral to remember each particular service, but there are some things she finds harder to forget.

“Oh, I’ve cried – absolutely,” she admits. “It still does hit you, even after all these funerals, and it may not be something that’s absolutely tragic, or a young child.

Sometimes, there’s no real reason but one will just have an impact. As staff, we talk with each other, deal with it and move on.

“I think a lot of people who come into the funeral industry think they are going to be looking after people and counselling. That’s not our role. This industry needs people who’ve got life experience and who can divorce themselves – without being cold – from that part of it. If you took every family’s sadness on board, you wouldn’t last.”

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f an estimated 30,000 deaths in Victoria each year, about 6200 are referred to the Coroner. Of those, about 5200 make it here, to the Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine (VIFM).

“Some people do pathology to get away from patients,” says head of Forensic Pathology, Dr Noel Woodford. “That wasn’t it for me. I love the diagnostic side. Every day is a bit of a puzzle waiting to be solved.”

As someone whose surgical skills are practised solely

"the whole thing is just about dignity ... eveRy peRson on my table is my family." - annie Collis

on the bodies of the deceased – performing autopsies on about 20 of the 100-plus bodies that pass through the VIFM mortuary each week – Dr Woodford says the needs of the living are still of primary concern.

“Paradoxically, despite the fact that we’re dealing with dead people, there’s a whole lot of live people that are really reliant on the answers we give,” he says.

In the case of a suspected murder, prosecutors can be given information that may lead to conviction, while other findings can be equally staggering.

“We can sometimes find genetic illnesses that people in families might not know about and they can then be tested and take some preventative measures,” he says.

The autopsy workload is shared between 10 consulting pathologists and a couple of registrars. If the cause of death is suspicious in any way, clothing will be cut away from the body before the autopsy begins, with any bruises, cuts or injuries carefully photographed and recorded. Internal organs are removed and weighed, and samples of tissue are taken before everything is returned to the body.

To wind down, Dr Woodford does “normal” things – watches football, enjoys family time and swims.

“I don’t talk a lot to colleagues,” he says.

It was a little bit different in the aftermath of last year’s

bushfires, when staff were offered official debriefing to cope with the stress of what Dr Woodford describes as “sudden and unexpected, sheer numbers, long work hours”.

His role in the death process can be, he admits, distressing, but Dr Woodford says he “can’t afford to get too upset by cases”.

“I don’t think I’ve ever lost empathy about the job and I understand the consequences of each case and the effect this has on other members of the family but, really, you’ve only got so much emotional energy in the bank.”

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hen Annie Collis viewed the body of her dead father, she was shocked by his appearance – fresh from his hospital bed and arranged in his coffin without the care she had expected.

“I was looking at my father, thinking: ‘He could have looked nicer’. It occurred to me then – your final image is one that stays with you. Now, when I think of my father I have to work at moving that last image, before I see him the way I want to remember him. I would have liked to have been able to do something to make my father look better,” says Collis.

It’s an experience Collis, 57, now an embalmer with Le Pine Funerals, doesn’t want other families to go through.

“I think this is an industry that chooses you,” she says.

Death was, she remembers, always close. Growing up in the small community of King Island, where “Johnny the builder” doubled as the funeral director, she used to watch the coffins being built.

left: "Your final image is one that stays with you," says Annie Collis. above: To Dr Noel Woodford, there is a bit of a puzzle waiting to be solved every day.

She watched, too, as her mother, a nurse, helped lay out the bodies of the local dead for burial.

“It always interested me,” Collis says.

More than once, she knocked on Johnny’s door to ask him about how she could join him in his work, but he never answered.

“Then, when Johnny passed away and another gentleman stepped in, I asked him if he wanted a partner,” she says. It was 1998.

With some formal study behind her and settled in Melbourne, Collis works on 25 to 40 bodies a week.

“Once the paperwork has been done, we take them into our care,” she says, pointing to the mortuary fridges that can accommodate up to 98 bodies at a time.

Although not every body will be viewed, Collis treats each one as if it will be, removing clothing, carefully washing the body and the hair, disinfecting, checking tags for identification, relieving any rigour by gentle massage and movement of the limbs and surgically closing the eyes and mouth.

“People might say they don’t want to view the body, then at the last minute, they’ll decide they want to."

Men, she says, are shaved and some women, she adds quietly, may require it as well – tidying up the facial hair that can come with old age.

“The whole thing is just about dignity,” says Collis. “At the end of the day, you’re looking after the deceased. I think every person on my table is my family. I think you have to.”

If the body is to be embalmed, Collis drains as much blood as possible, before between four and eight litres of embalming fluid is pumped through.

“It makes the skin pinker and fuller,” she says. “You have to be careful with how much you put in. You don’t

want someone to look as if they have gained 20 pounds.”

If a woman wore a particular brand of lipstick or make-up, Collis encourages the family to bring it in and she will use it before a viewing.

“And we suggest people bring a favourite perfume, too. Smell stays with you,” she says.

Collis works with other embalmers and says the conversation is the usual office water-cooler chitchat.

“We don’t really talk about the people we’re working on unless there is a problem and we need a hand,” says Collis. “We talk about all different things. Sometimes we might have the radio on and all be singing along.”

Collis doesn’t believe death is the end, nor does she see it as something to fear.

“I see it now as part of life,” she says.

Although her own daughter, a 21-year old dental nurse, has expressed interest in following her footsteps, Collis has dissuaded her, for now.

“I said ‘no’, wait until you’re older,” Collis says. “I want her to live before she surrounds herself with death.”

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t the moment of death, there is an increase in body temperature, which is beautiful.” Ephraim Finch uses this adjective a lot, his voice rising warmly with the joy of it.

“Did you ever see 21 Grams? ‘Is that how much a soul weighs?’ Fantastic. What Dreams May Come with Robin Williams. Ghost. Truly, Madly, Deeply. Beautiful. I’m a DVD fanatic,” he says, his smile emerging from beneath his greying beard.

Finch is even more animated about the subject of

above: Ephraim Finch doesn't run a funeral parlour: "We're a burial society for a community."

death and his role at the Melbourne Chevra Kadisha.

“We’re not a funeral parlour,” he says emphatically.

“We’re a burial society for a community.”

The Jewish way of burial, Finch explains, is that the community buries its dead.

“In a little country town, in the early days, the whole town closed down to bury that person. They couldn’t do anything until they buried their dead. The burial society was formed so people could get on with their job and we could go on and do our bit,” he says.

“We’re like a country town within a metropolis.”

Although this closeness can sometimes have a stiflingly intrusive side to it, the positive side, Finch says, is that the “Jewish grapevine” works brilliantly when really needed.

“The fastest we’ve ever buried anybody from the deathbed to the grave was 2.5 hours,” he says. “There were 400 people there. You’re part of a community. It’s beautiful.”

Including land and paperwork requirements, a burial organised here – whether it be a public holiday or Sunday – costs about $6500.

“If a person does have problems paying it, we let them pay it off. If it’s a person who has nobody, the community has to shoulder it,” he says.

Finch – a former builder – motions to a spartanly furnished workshop where a row of simple pine coffins, built by one of his six children wait, side-by-side.

“As you can see, we’re a no-frills organisation,” he says. “We’re not full of bullshit. People don’t ask us to supply a Hugo Boss suit or fancy shoes. Even if the person owns Chadstone shopping centre, everyone gets buried the one way.”

On the stainless steel table in the room next door, Finch helps prepare the bodies of the male deceased.

Only women may attend the bodies of females.

With no embalming, the work is about returning the body to its purest state – cutting off extraneous garments, removing catheters or feeding tubes, then washing away any trace of blood, vomit, or faeces.

“They have to say prayers while they do it and they need to ask forgiveness if they have done anything that has embarrassed the body,” he says.

Against one wall, a bath-like structure, known as a mikvah, is next.

“There’s a hole there,” Finch points out, “that collects rainwater. When you bring the body out, the body changes. I’ve seen it happen.”

The body is returned to the table and dried, he says “in beautiful, soft towels” before being wrapped in the white shroud of cotton manufactured on-site.

Having converted to Judaism in the early days of his marriage, 33 years ago, Finch’s fascination with Jewish traditions of life and death led to an unofficial apprenticeship through honorary work at the Sydney Chevra Kadisha before moving to Melbourne and taking on the formal, salaried role here 25 years ago.

During his time at Melbourne Chevra Kadisha, Finch has personally photographed the tattoos of numbers on the bodies of Holocaust survivors.

He then speaks to the family members to glean as much of the family history as possible – asking for names, birthplaces, places travelled to during the war, time spent in Auschwitz or elsewhere.

He sends one copy to Melbourne’s Jewish Holocaust Museum, one to the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington and keeps one copy for himself, “because I don’t really trust any other bugger”.

As far as Finch knows, Melbourne Chevra Kadisha is the only one keeping such records. He feels sad for the history lost forever in the years before his appointment and he worries for the lost history of the future, when he will eventually leave the role to a successor.

“I could have done more,” Finch says. “But at least I did something.” \

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best trait I have a lot of traits, my good ones slip into bad ones. Hard to answer. wOrst trait My worst trait can be on show when my best one is on display.

earwOrM It’s a song by Adalita from Magic Dirt. It’s from her new forthcoming album but I don’t know the name of it.

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J a ne t l eigH & J a Mie l ee CUr t is Our magnificent Janet Leigh is a picture of style and grace. Still wearing fitted garments that complement her wonderful figure, she is truly a class act, and Jamie Lee is a carbon copy. Both naturally affectionate and loving women photograph brilliantly and are great examples of elegance. Judging by their height difference, they obviously do not share their clothing.

t iPPi Hendren & Me l a nie griFFi t H alfred Hitchcock’s leading lady Tippi Hedren oozes style. In this image, she is in a casual summer dress, has softly swept hair and is beautifully manufactured from head to toe. and who is that next to her? a young, innocent Melanie griffith, who over the years has changed so dramatically that she is now totally unrecognisable.

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Why has Madonna handed over her dark gothic wardrobe to Lourdes, who can, like her mother, still strike a pose? Both girls are always wearing a heavy-duty wardrobe – it’s vampire meets rock band.

There are lots of shredded, lacy, leathery, torn images that do not uncover feminine elements.

Liza and Judy are great performers, forever recognised by their amazing talent. Even though she has passed, Judy still dominates in every way. Tapered clothing, ballet shoes, short, androgynous hair, expansive vocal chords and choice of gay husband – they are all signifiers of Judy, whom Liza has copied in every way.

goldie Hawn represents a big bag of bubbles. she is flamboyant and forever coloured, with her cleavage tucked in a tight, short dress. However, is this appropriate for a grandmother? The youthful, balmy Kate has copied goldie’s style and image, and guess what? she looks better.

Elvis will never die. And nor will the women linked to his life. Priscilla, who looks like the late Michael Jackson, is a tortured image. Why so much surgery and ill-fitting clothing? Luckily Lisa Marie does not follow the same path, even though she did marry Jackson. Priscilla is independent, self-righteous, and stands alone.

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L UiS A FReDRiCA Vivienne Westwood’s spring/ At summer show in London, the dame of fashion made sure her guests were

greeted with an eco-slogan that read, “Act fast, slow down, stop climate change.”

There’s no denying Westwood makes clothes for people to consume, but her point is relevant – she is after all encouraging us to opt for quality over quantity and choosing fashion pieces that stand the test of time while having minimal impact on the planet.

She has been pushing her anti-consumerism and pro-green beliefs on the runway for years.

Last year Westwood teamed with Anvil Knitwear to launch a limited-edition T-shirt to support the efforts of rainforest nations at the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen. The T-shirts were made from recycled polyester – which was achieved by recycling three plastic bottles for each T-shirt and using transitional cotton harvested at organic farms. The collaboration was to serve one purpose – to stop deforestation, which accounts for about 20 per cent of global greenhouse gas emissions.

If green is the new black, then why aren’t more fashion designers around the world opting for ethical work practices? As consumers, isn’t it reasonable to expect that garments guarantee high quality at low environmental impact?

Well, the good news is that there are designers in Australia who have changed the way they approach fashion. For them it’s not enough to reduce, reuse and recycle – that famous catchphrase that has been drummed into our heads since it was coined.

Melbourne fashion designer Tiffany Treloar, through her Project 332, isn’t satisfied with just making fashion from one season to the next. For her, the bigger picture lies in the way she sources fabrics and how sustainable each garment is in terms of durability.

Treloar favours organic cotton, which means no pesticides are used. She also uses recycled polyester

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made out of PET bottles that, once melted down into a polyester yarn, produce a gorgeous grey marl fabric.

“We also use regenerated wool in the range, which is mixed back with a recycled polyester,” says Treloar.

“One of the best ways to handle environmental concerns is to recycle products back in the market. I couldn’t change things overnight but it’s a long term-project I am committed to for the long haul.”

Australian-born and Singapore-based designer Samantha Reding launched her label Luisa Fredrica in 2007. In her Rosemount Australian Fashion Week show in Sydney earlier this year, Reding featured clothing made from milk, organic cotton and bamboo.

“The production process of these fabrics has no effect on the environment and the breakdown is natural and not harmful, either,” she says.

The clothes are also manufactured in Australia. “It’s all about guarantee of quality and knowing that ethically my brand is not involved in labour exploitations.”

Brisbane designer Kirstie Morris uses pima cottons, Irish and Italian linens and hand-woven silks for her low carbon footprint range. She too showcased her spring/summer 2010-11 collection in Sydney titled A Dangerous Love Affair, inspired by the infamous Spanish/Italian family the Borgias.

The collection is made from hand-woven silk Dupion from Bangalore. “It’s made by women using looms that are operated by pedals and they can make about four metres a day,” says Morris.

She says silk Dupion is difficult to work but adds to its exotic nature and comes in shades of raven, French grey and cornfield gold. Her range is made up of coat-tail peplums on jackets as well as epaulettes and pleats pointing to a stern Renaissance theme.

“Man-made fabrics might be cheaper but that’s not what my collection is about. I love natural fibres and I spend time finding the fabric I want sans polyester.” \

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FILM ALFRED HITCHCOCK’S PSYCHO WITH LIVE SCORE \ REGENT THEATRE JULY 24, 3PM, 7.30PM

EXHIBITION PHANTASTICAL PHOTOGRAPHY/OBSCURA GALLERY, \ FIRST FLOOR, 285 CARLISLE STREET, ST KILDA EAST UNTIL AUGUST 5 Three young artists introduce impressive portfolios at this dream-themed exhibition, pushing at the boundaries between photography and fantasy. Surreal scenes play out across two dozen canvases, from sci-fi landscapes to twisted takes on nursery rhymes.

Local artist Michael Ross blends city skylines with dreamlike vistas in three series, equally inspired by Cambodia and New York. Crumbling temples float atop spooky clouds, Central Park is reflected in Asian street mirrors and dramatic skies dominate the imposing Manhattan skyline.

The effect offers a new take on one of the world’s most photographed cities.

Elsewhere, French artist Vivien Racault’s work blends chiaroscuro lighting with monochrome photography to create alien worlds studded with green laser light. There’s a sci-fi back story to his almost-unpleasantly hallucinogenic works, but they feel more artificial and less impressive than the other collections.

The highlight of the exhibition is a series of reworked fairytales by Malvern photographer Keren Dobia. Making the most of a background in fashion design, Dobia has constructed remarkable, enticing tableaux that put an adult spin on childhood stories from Puss in Boots to Goldilocks. As much as possible has been done “in camera”, with props and costumes on hand to prove it. The villain from The Little Mermaid is recast as half topless Hindu goddess, half undoubtedly-psychic octopus, while our heroine is pictured shackled in a cool room, surrounded by dead fish. There is much joy to be found here in correctly spotting the stories, while the detail in each snap rewards time spent admiring the canvas. Each picture tells a tale with more wit and humour than most authors.

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TOP PICK TOP PICK TV TANGLE \ SHOWCASE, TUESDAY JULY 20, 8.30PM REVIEW WITH MYLES BARLOW \ ABC 2, THURSDAY JULY 22, 9.30PM Two home-grown series this week return for a second harvest, both making their debut on digital. From the same stable as the much-adored Love My Way, Melbourne-based drama Tangle features a tight knot of thirty-something friends sliding disgracefully towards middle age. Where Packed to the Rafters finds family drama in the suburban belt, these inner-city creatures are still drinking, drugging and bonking themselves senseless, even if the damage is starting to show. Indeed, much of the joy of the first episode is working out exactly who has slept with whom. (Basically, everyone with everyone else.)

Kitchen-bench bonk fests aside, the first two episodes are a low-key affair, with our friends recovering from the sudden death of Vince (Ben Mendelsohn) at the end of series one. Things really only pick up next week, as the story jumps forward three months and the funeral clothes are put on mothballs.

In a cast of familiar faces, Justine Clark’s

Ally radiates warmth and humanity, while ruthless, self-centred Nat (Kat Stewart) provides some much-needed mischief. Emotional exposition tends to come thick and fast, sometimes lacking subtlety, but there are enough sticky story threads to keep viewers happily ensnared for the next 10 weeks.

About as black as any Australian comedy to grace our screens, Review with Myles Barlow sees the eponymous, fictional reviewer turn his critical attention to all those aspects of life no one else has bothered to rate. The first episode sees him critique a drunken tour of Europe, assess the merits of drugs, sex and gym addiction and even start his own cult (for review purposes only). Most assignments end in a bloody farce, but the tenacious Barlow is never to be discouraged. Each is assessed with the same intellectual objectivity and amusingly purple prose. The result is generally very wrong and very funny.

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These days, the genius of Psycho is all-too-easily missed. Thanks to countless pastiches and its long-standing entry in pop culture lore, plot twists and shower scenes risk triggering giggles before goosebumps. Luckily, The Bates Motel Orchestra will soon be on hand to reinvigorate the film’s spine-tingling moments with two live performances of Bernard Hermann’s extraordinary score.

Part-screening, part-concert, the shows will see an all-strings ensemble see-saw through the tense soundtrack while Hitchcock’s film plays on the big screen. The brainchild of Emmy Award-winning US producer John Goberman, the sessions aim to celebrate Psycho’s 50th anniversary and the opening of this year’s Melbourne International Film Festival. Not for the faint of heart or light of wallet, tickets are available via Ticketmaster.

MUSIC SEAGULL \ COUNCIL TREE (INERTIA) The second LP from Melbourne singer-songwriter Chris Bolton is a collection of sparse tracks likely to find favour with those waiting impatiently for the next Radiohead record. There’s a similar deftness and inventiveness to the songwriting here, the compositions minimalist but intricate. Tracks such as Grand Mother are graced with a simple, mournful beauty while the layered soundscape of Rain quickly builds from a drone to a storm. A few tracks, however, are barely there. Bell is half-underwater, half-windblown, while others shambolically clatter around a thin melody. The album is attractively atmospheric, but can be underwhelming as the listener occasionally waits in vain for songs to fully emerge. \

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Review\ GaRdeninG Most Melbourne gardens conform to a particular style – australian native, english, Japanese. But there is one that sings to its own tune and reflects the lively personality of its owner, writes JUdiTh hUgheS.

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or more than 30 years Jenny Bannister contributed to Melbourne’s reputation as one of the fashion capitals of the world. For generations, she dressed the young-at-heart in original fabrics and romantic designs. She recently sold a dress to the granddaughter of a client who had bought her first JB dress in the mid-1970s. If you have a JB dress in your wardrobe, hang on to it. Christie’s of London recently sold one and major galleries, including the National Gallery of Victoria, have her dresses in their collections.

Sadly, there will be no more JB dresses. A recurring neck problem made it painful to continually bend over patterns and materials, and late last year Jenny shut up shop.

I was surprised when Jenny greeted me dressed in black, mainly leather. “I’m a bikie girl at heart.” She had just returned from a surfing holiday with her husband and her mass of free-flowing hair was sun bleached. I found the romance I was looking for, however, in her garden.

Jenny laughs with delight as she tells me that the locals refer to her East St Kilda home as Morticia Addams’ house. One enters by the same gate that the first owners used in 1873, when this was the original farmhouse in the area. A formal path lined with fragrant roses leads to the front door but the rest of the garden is wild and wonderful – just like Jenny.

“I like it all higgledy piggedly,” she says. She explains that she loves the purple morning glory and ivy running rampant and the exotic African daisy and dramatic Agave attenuata. She describes the enormous date palm in the front corner as her piece de resistance. A wedding present from her sister-in-law, it started life in a small pot.

The highlight for me is the pair of oval-shaped, acanthus-decorated urns arranged symmetrically on either side of the path. “We did it the Egyptian way.”

Jenny explained that they used rods to roll the heavy urns into position. A passerby made the mistake of asking for a light and found himself involved in the project. The urns have been planted with prickly pear, and even more unconventional are the ghostly white branches (shop props in a former life) that circle the urns. “It’s all about creating mystery, romance, something a little crazy, surreal even.”

The spooky feel is accentuated by the poisonous and hallucinogenic Datura (angel trumpet) Lily which her mother strongly advised Jenny not to plant. “She thought I was wacky enough to try eating it!” The free, unruly nature of the front garden is complemented by the wavy grills on the windows, made by Christophe Morgeau. A third generation blacksmith from Biarritz in the Basque region of France, Christophe (using a forge and anvil) likes to incorporate cow horns into his designs.

Years of poring over Italian Vogue, looking not only at the fashion but also at gardens and interiors, has had a strong influence on the back garden. Here the house feels like a Roman villa and a row of cacti-filled pots perched high on a wall is reminiscent of Positano.

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The rear garden reflects Jenny’s family background.

Her father pruned the 100-year-old grapevine back into shape and took cuttings that now cover one of the pergolas in the Alan Powell-designed courtyard. Jenny was born in Red Cliffs near the Murray, and Mildura, where her parents grew citrus and sultanas for export.

The garden around their house “was like a Garden of Eden with bananas, walnuts and almonds, peaches, plums, apricots and apples for the picking”. Jenny’s mother has a green thumb and is still gardening at 80.

With horticulture in her genes, we can only hope that when Jenny “reinvents herself”, it is the gardens of Melbourne that benefit this time. \

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Bag vegies with a pot shot GreenSmart pots: Being compact and easy-to-move makes them small-garden friendly.

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rowing herbs and vegetables in a city garden can be tricky. A sunny courtyard in summer can become a dark, dank area in winter. A neighbour’s deciduous tree can provide much-needed shade in summer and may open up your garden to the winter sun once its leaves are shed. Unless you have a large, open block, growing veggies in a city garden is going to require a bit of ingenuity. And that is where bags and boxes come into play.

Several bags and boxes have recently come onto the market to make gardening on a terrace, balcony or small inner-city garden just that much easier. If the side of your house faces north and it’s a narrow space, putting in a few GreenSmart pots or EarthBoxes now will produce enough herbs and salad greens to keep you going right into summer. If the space gets cooked in January and February, simply move your pots or boxes into the nearest shady spot, keep up the water and your garden will continue to grow.

Invented and developed in Melbourne, GreenSmart pots are manufactured using food-grade material. These UV-resistant, self‐ watering pots come in two sizes: a small pot containing about 11 litres of water and a large one with about 15 litres.

Once assembled, the pot is filled with a premium potting mix containing blood and bone, dolomite, dynamic lifter and manure that will contain sufficient nutrients as well as moisture-retaining material. A mini-reservoir underneath allows the saving and harvesting of water. A perforated plastic inner plate sits above the reservoir and prevents the mix from falling into the reservoir. This also creates an air cushion that allows the plant roots to remain aerated. The mechanism allows water to move up through capillary action, ensuring plants are constantly able to feed themselves at their own, optimum rates without any of the water run‐off experienced with conventional gardening.

Thanks to a patented transparent water indicator, the reservoir is easy to monitor, eliminating any guesswork with the plants’ watering requirements. The water-level indicator will tell

you immediately whether your pots have been over or under-watered.

The built-in tank under the growing surface ensures that frequent watering is not required, making it possible to leave the plants unattended for extended periods. Take off to your beach house or the country for a weekend and you know your plants are going to survive even in February’s heat.

Plants in GreenSmart pots have continuous access to water so transpiration pull is never interrupted.

The required frequency of watering will differ depending on the type of produce planted, and the weather. The only way to under-water is by not filling the internal tubes firmly with wet potting mix during set-up or by letting the water reservoir run dry.

The good news is that GreenSmart pots are 100 per cent recyclable. Large pots (length, 73.47cm; width, 43.97cm; height, 29cm) cost $49.95. Small pots (length, 56.47cm; width, 39.97cm; height, 23cm) cost $39.95.

A similar system imported from the US is the EarthBox. Promising double the yield of a conventional garden, with less water, less fertiliser, and virtually no effort, the EarthBox kit has a container (length, 74cm; width, 35cm; height, 28cm) plus an aeration screen, a water-fill tube, two fitted mulch covers, a bag of fertiliser, a bag of dolomite, four casters and an instruction sheet for a total of $94.95. All plastic components are durable, food-safe, and UV stabilised. The container’s reservoir holds

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4.5 litres of water. EarthBoxes come with wheels, which makes moving them around a cinch.

If you’re in the mood to try growing a few potatoes but don’t have a big garden you could give Diggers Club’s potato bags a go. They have two “Tatey” bags, one with the small gourmet potato, Kipfler, and another with the easy-to-grow Nicola. The bag is a sturdy UV-stable fabric. Cover the potatoes with free-draining compost or premium potting mix with some straw mixed in and, as the plant grows, continue to build up layers of the growing material with either straw or potting mix. Bags plus seed potatoes cost $22 (club members $14.50).

All vegetable pots should be placed in areas where they will get a minimum of six hours of sunlight a day. So, in winter move your bags or pots to where they can get a good dose of full sun for half the day. In January and February plant your pots with lettuce and herbs such as coriander and move them into shady spots in your garden. Leaving them in the hot summer sun will mean they will go to seed and produce bitter leaves.

By moving pots around seasonally the city gardener can maximise their production in a small space. \

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ROAD TEST \ Edgecliff has an emphasis on outdoor living, with terraces and decks and large communal gardens.

The penthouses have two or three separate terraces, courtyards or rooftop spaces.

Melbourne landscape designer Rick Eckersley, of Eckersley Garden Architecture, designed the private courtyards and terraces of individual residences and the communal gardens.

He told The Weekly Review it was unusual for the developer to design individual residential gardens but by introducing planting into the private areas, as well as creepers in the internal light wells, the landscape had been designed to move throughout the entire development, rather than just around the building.

“The brief was to design a landscape in harmony with the surrounding natural vegetation.

Seaside plantings will extend into the development, blending it into the natural vegetation of the beach,” he said.

Native, drought-tolerant and low-maintenance plants have been chosen to achieve this effect, including prickly speargrass and white correa and 50 advanced coastal banksias.

The garden design concept has been integrated into each residence with plantings positioned in large fibreglass planters.

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his low-rise development on the former site of the Hampton Rehabilitation Hospital looks over Hampton Beach and has views towards Sandringham Yacht Club. It is an opportunity to secure a beach view in an area where development is strictly monitored and limited by Bayside City Council’s development guidelines. There are 70 apartments spread over the site and six townhouses tucked around the corner in Orlando Street – only three townhouses remain unsold – and spacious living areas with large windows and 2.7-metre ceilings create a sense of room to move. The unsold ground-floor apartments open onto wide timber decks and courtyards landscaped and planted by iconic Melbourne landscape designer Rick Eckersley. The entrance to the complex will feature a stainless steel wire and copper seashell sculpture by award-winning sculptural artist Ben Gilbert.

It’s the penthouses that set this development apart. The architects have cleverly set them within the roofline ensuring their wide decks are sheltered from winter winds and deliver a good measure of privacy for residents while complying with Bayside’s planning laws. These single-level homes have three or four bedrooms, large internal living areas, kitchens with Miele appliances – including an induction cooktop, rangehood, microwave combi-oven and integrated dishwasher. Spacious bathrooms with full-height tiling, marble benchtops and a heated towel rail are complemented by walk-in wardrobes with plenty of storage. There are additional storerooms on the terrace and lock-up storage in the secure, underground car park. You won’t, however, find air-conditioning units on the terraces – these are tucked out of sight on the roof. Each penthouse has lift access from the car park.

According to the developer, all apartments have been sold to owner-occupiers, 60 per cent of whom live locally. Besides access to Hampton Beach, residents will have a short walk to the yacht club, Hampton Street shops and cafes and Hampton railway station. \

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Village living Eastern suburbs living gets some edge with a new and stylish development.

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here is something big going on in the east.

Contrary to what you might think, with all the publicity around Camberwell station’s failed development in recent years, there are some exciting new housing projects in Melbourne’s older suburbs.

A substantial development, that delivers on several levels, is happening right on the edge of the recently upgraded M1, near Tooronga station and within walking distance of Burke Road trams. It echoes the State Government’s push for development around transport-rich locations.

Tooronga, Glen Iris, has a very eastern suburbs feel about it; no noisy night spots or flashy elements for this development. Quiet, elegant, convenient and discreet is how I would describe this housing offer with a range of floor plans from single-bedroom to three-bedroom apartments.

The location is breathtaking really. It has wide, sweeping views over the Gardiners Creek valley and is directly linked to the Gardiners Creek trails and proposed wetlands park.

This complex has two eight-storey residential towers which frame the site to the east and south, one arching in order to best take advantage of the northern light and city views.

Below these towers is a three-storey podium level of

Main: Buildings on the edge of the site negotiate the slope. inset: The Tooronga piazza provides an urban social hub surrounded by residential towers.

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mixed uses including offices, retail and a supermarket.

The podium negotiates the quite dramatic slope of the site and on its roof is a public piazza with a large private meandering garden for residents’ use.

The piazza includes cafés and restaurants which are so important to the success of developments of this scale.

Without the social hub a precinct will not work. The piazza also acts as an extension of the Gardiner Walking Trail connecting the park and proposed wetlands to Toorak Road.

This platform negotiates the quite steep slope of the landform down to what was the creek corridor, now the M1 corridor. This is a clever manipulation of the forms in order to manage the sense or impression of scale and bulk on the site.

Tooronga has been designed around the philosophy of weaving together a diverse range of uses, people and spaces to create an urban village – a new suburban heart.

The building’s form and scale recall European piazzas but with a Melbourne sensibility.

Plus Architecture, a young firm known for its Society building in South Yarra (Bray Street off Chapel Street), has delivered to the heart of the eastern suburbs a truly stylish development. Certainly it will read at an urban scale or at a freeway scale because of the striking edge treatment with bands of colour and forms, but it will also perform at a pedestrian scale given the connected nature of the precinct.

It will be interesting how this development settles into the neighbourhood, so to speak.

At present it very much looks like a precinct unto itself given many of the neighbouring sites to the north are single detached houses on largish sites, with the exception of the Coles office complex immediately to the east.

This scale of mixed-use development is not common outside the inner-city ring of Melbourne and I am sure it will be a test case for the future.

Over time this complex may end up being the very hub that the locals will gravitate to for morning coffees,

lunches and dinners linked as it is to the Gardiner Trail and wetlands, which will inevitably be a popular recreational destination.

The architectural expression of the development is contemporary, which is appropriate for its time, and the residential towers have been broken down into a quite successful composition of parts, thereby reducing their visual bulk. The development as a whole sits against the hillside with the existing Coles office complex to its adjacent eastern side.

Many local residents are opposed to the scale of the development, but it is in keeping with state urban planning guidelines, which encourage medium and high-density residential developments close to public transport hubs. With the train station at the base of the hill, trams on Burke Road and the walking and bike trail on the doorstep, there’s no need for the car, at least not for local trips.

The site is also bounded by major arterial roads and only time will tell how successfully the proximity to public transport will discourage the use of cars.

Rainwater is collected and treated on-site through WSUD (water sensitive urban design) features including a series of ponds.

Apartments within the Heywood and Gardiner apartment towers have been designed to maximise their exposure to both northern light and views.

By their nature, mixed-use developments reduce adverse impacts on the environment. Shops, cafes or the gym, are all at your doorstep.

Sustainability features do appear to be regrettably few for a large-scale development which purportedly sets a benchmark for the future. There is a recycled water system being used to water the gardens, but there should be much more. \

Gerry McLouGhLin, Architect & urbanist gerrymcl@aapt.net.au GrAy SMith, Architect gs@graysmitharchitecture.com.au

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Pass the popcorn HARI RAJ looks at that indispensable addition to the modern house, the home theatre.

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one are the days when a big-screen television and some speakers counted as a home cinema.

Today’s cinephiles are taking advantage of a bevy of technological advances to reproduce the cinematic experience better than ever before – in some cases, even better than commercial cinemas.

The advent of DVD and Blu-ray technology is partially responsible for this; top that off with the availability of high-definition television and home cinemas aren’t just the domain of film buffs any more. Today, everything from your favourite sitcoms and dramas to sporting events can now be watched in high resolution.

“There’s a market in home entertainment for people trying to get a big-screen experience,” says Big Picture People managing director David Galloway. Families can enjoy home-cinema rooms together, and if it’s a dedicated room with control over the light, they can use it at any time of the day or night.”

According to Galloway, who is in charge of the Cheltenham and Knox City stores of the home-cinema suppliers, the boom really started about five years ago.

“Plasmas back in those days could be very expensive for anyone trying to get a reasonable size. Around the same time, the projector that was required to set up a home theatre became a lot more reliable and a lot cheaper,” he says.

“What this meant was that (home cinemas), which 10 years ago were only available to the rich, were now available to everyone.”

The price of a basic home-cinema system has fallen considerably in the past decade. While prices of $20,000 were once the norm, Galloway says that 80 per cent of

the systems he sells are priced at less than $10,000.

While there’s no ceiling on price, systems worth about $30,000 to $50,000 are becoming commonplace. For that figure, however, customers are usually installing other equipment in their home on top of the cinema system, for instance, distributed audio equipment.

In the course of conducting real-estate reviews, The Weekly Review has come across some great examples of feature-packed home cinemas. One of the most spectacular is in Beckett Court in Lower Plenty (pictured).

There is also a lower-level cinema in Seacombe Grove, Brighton, which is a movie-lover’s dream – it has been decked out to look like the Batcave.

“We wanted to do something different, something that no one had really seen before. Because it was in a basement, we wanted to make it look like a cave,” says vendor Vicky Vias.

For Sean Santoro, one wasn’t enough. He has set up two home cinemas at Shrewsbury Street in Malvern East – one indoors and one outdoors.

“We use the (indoor) cinema every fortnight, and the outdoor three times a week during the summer.

A lot of television watching generally revolves around a sporting event, and this allows us to create our own environment,” says Santoro, who finds that visitors are often very impressed by his set-up.

“For the indoor one, I’ve got a red movie curtain that slides across, completely closing in the room. It looks like a real theatre.”

Santoro is moving house, but he has an even grander vision for his next home, and is keen to try out some new

ideas. These include something that’s all the rage with home-entertainment owners – an emphasis on ethernet capability, which will allow everything from movies to songs to be streamed in real time.

Developers have cottoned on as well. While the plans for a home would commonly include a rumpus room, developers are increasingly looking to incorporate a home theatre right from the design stage.

“I think they’ve seen the change in the way families use their leisure time, and a home theatre is probably more appropriate than a rumpus room,” Galloway says.

“Developers used to have it set up as an open shell of a room and then point the customer in the direction of a business like ours to get the theatre set up. Now, however, they are more aware that it is something people would include in their new homes.”

He also has a few tips for people wanting to install a home-cinema system. The first of these is that the room has a light control – it isn’t critical that the room be completely dark, but the amount of ambient light in the room is relevant. “(It’s also a good idea) to involve a specialist, preferably at the design stage of the house, so we can advise as to the size of the room and pre-wire it before plaster goes up, which is handy for things like motorised screens and flush-mounted speakers,” Galloway says.

He also advises against too big a screen, pointing out that he’s seen many examples of people going overboard.

The rule of thumb for screen size is that no one should be sitting closer than a distance equivalent to the height of the screen multiplied by 2.5. \

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be ck e t t couR t Above: The owners of this house in Beckett Court have set up a first-class home-cinema experience.

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Right: Sean Santoro of Shrewsbury Street has an even grander vision for his next home-cinema project.

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lmost at the gates of Melbourne High School, SEE comprises of 74 apartments over 14 levels and is set in the Forrest Hill precinct of South Yarra, an area formerly home to commercial and light industrial development.

The factories are disappearing and Forrest Hill is being reinvented as a trendy residential hub on the doorstep of the Chapel Street and Toorak Road shopping and dining strips.

All apartments face either north-west or north-east, capitalising on natural light. Central light courts also capture natural sunlight for the bedrooms and lift lobbies as well as allowing cross-ventilation through apartments.

Just four kilometres from the CBD, SEE residents have a short walk to trams and South Yarra station. Fawkner Park, the Royal Botanic Gardens and the Yarra are within walking distance and there is easy access to the MCG and some of Melbourne’s best sporting facilities at Melbourne and Olympic parks.

When it comes to sustainability, the developers have opted for multiple bicycle and scooter parking and limited car spaces, backed by a GoGet CarShare scheme.

SEE residents get a free membership to the scheme and will have access to two VW Golfs, which they can rent for $7.90 per hour and 35 cents per kilometre.

The scheme is perfect for people who don’t need a car every day and use public transport or a scooter or bicycle during the week but would like occasional access to a car. \

RoAD teSt \ We asked max Goonan, Bicycle Victoria’s bike parking experts manager, to give his verdict on the use of a car-share scheme and bicycle parking. “as a membership-based organisation dedicated to getting more people cycling, we’ve noticed a reduction of calls from people asking how they can get a place to park their bike at work or at their new apartment. We used to get frustrated that most bike parking in buildings was less than ideal as it had been provided as an afterthought rather than planned for in the original design, so it is fantastic to see bike parking as the forethought in this case. they are definitely leading the way in sustainable transport and assisting in reducing melbourne’s congestion problems.” the Verdict: “We believe that the Victorian Planning Provisions (VPP), with the increase in government commitment to provide a network of places for cyclists to ride, will help reduce car dependency and reduce the transport infrastructure costs of new developments. Parking for 10 bikes can be provided in the space for one standard car.”

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facilities include: l A communal entrance lobby with communal lounge, fireplace and terrace l Landscaped rooftop terrace garden with barbecue area, open-air fireplace and communal seating and entertainment area

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According to the architect, the design was inspired by the sculptural qualities of origami and creates a defined geometric form, framed by decorative elements. “The vision for this development was to showcase a contrasting and articulate design while bringing warmth into the surrounding urban context,” said architect Simon Stokes. The building’s folding form envelops the contrasting and highly articulated balcony balustrades of the façade. At street level, timber blades and metallic screens add detail to the design. On the rooftop, a haven has been created for residents under an elegant timber-and-steel pergola and an open-air fireplace. Sculpted banquettes line the rooftop’s edge set against a backdrop of olive trees.

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WelcOme tO clever, clever land Beyond the front fence of this Prahran house, MARIA HARRIS discovers a marriage of old and new that is something really special.

Main: Simply spectacular, the outdoor entertaining area boasts plenty of room.

Top: Walk down this side path to discover something special.

Above: The kitchen is designed for cooking, not just to be decorative.

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here are houses with extensions and then there are those where much more than mere rooms have gone into the mix and the end result is spectacular.

This Edwardian house, in a street off Dandenong Road, fits into the second category. It gives no hint of what lies beyond the front fence, but take a walk down the side path and you soon realise that you have stumbled onto something special.

Commercial builder Nigel Brown and his family bought the house, which he describes as “being a little house on a big block”, five years ago. Today that little house has grown to about 30 squares of absolute style and liveability.

“The aim was to turn it into a much larger house, while keeping the ceilings high and providing detailed joinery in each room,” says Brown.

“The idea was to have a separate zone for the children and to make everything in the house useable.”

Today it has five bedrooms, three bathrooms, including an en suite, a retreat, a very large living and dining zone and seven metre square deck for outdoor entertaining, plus a garden by Rick Eckersley Garden Design.

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This was a large project with a lot of thought.

Architect Michael Baker, of Zenibaker Architects, was engaged to do the massive extension.

The entrance is from a covered porch at the side of the house into a bluestone-floored area that signals the separation between old and new. The kitchen – designed to cook in, not just to be decorative – is equipped with Ilve stainless steel appliances, commercial quality Quasair rangehood, CaesarStone benchtops and elegant timber cabinets above the bench. Concealed white cabinets, including the pantry, line another wall.

On the other side of the bluestone “pathway” is the magnificent living room, which incorporates dining and television areas. Engineered with plenty of steel, with no uprights to spoil the openness of this room, it also has hidden air-conditioning units in bulkheads.

The living room has an open fireplace with built-in wood storage, plus cupboards with doors that slide back into cavities for neatness. The dining section of the room is large and is lit by three overhead pendant lights. But even more interesting is the natural light that comes from windows that go from the floor to the mid point of the walls. This was a way of maintaining privacy for the Browns and for their neighbours. A

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Almost 70 people attended the first open-for-inspection at this Edwardian house, with its striking contemporary spaces designed by architects Zenibaker. Most were struck by the space, style and the fantastic marriage of old and new. In a street lined with Edwardian homes, this one breaks from tradition and is a modern masterpiece.

41 Closeburn Avenue, Prahran Price: $2 million - $2.25 million Auction: July 31 at 12.30pm Fast Facts: Architect-designed renovations and extension, en suite, walk-in wardrobes, high ceilings, hyrdonic heating, polished floorboards, air-conditioning, large rooms, extensive storage in all rooms, Jetmaster open fireplace, indoor-outdoor entertaining, CaesarStone kitchen, Ilve appliances, Cat 5 data cabling, wired for surround sound, professionally designed garden.

PRAHRAN

5 KILOMETRES SOUTH-EAST OF THE CBD

Left: The main bedroom has a walk-through wardrobe and a deluxe en suite.

Far left: The living room is warmed by its open fireplace.

huge glass door slides open to the rear deck, which creates a massive outdoor entertaining area. The deck steps down to the lawn (fake), which is fringed with garden and has Manchurian pears on the fence line. The two-level extension features Colourbond cladding and has dramatic cedar battening that acts as a sun shade for the house.

Ceilings of 3.2 metres match ceiling heights in the existing Edwardian home where three bedrooms at the front have pressed-metal ceilings. In these rooms, vivid green walls and white pressed-metal ceilings contrast with the mainly neutral tones elsewhere. The children’s bathroom nearby has a wet area of bath and shower behind a frameless glass shower door. If children splash water out of the bath, it goes directly into the linear slot drain.

The large laundry, tucked out of sight behind the wide timber staircase, has more storage and a door to a deck and service area.

Upstairs, the first-floor retreat is big and open with filtered light. The main bedroom is a great big room with a walk-through wardrobe plus built-in storage and a sliding door that opens to the deluxe en suite with bath at one end and shower at the other.

Another bedroom on this floor is attic-style, with a bathroom and powder room next to it.

This is a clever house: clever architecture; clever use of space; clever storage; clever low-maintenance garden; and clever ways around an irregular shaped block, which that allows two large cars to be parked off the street. \

mharris@theweeklyreview.com.au

How this suburb has moved: Up 45.6% per cent from the March quarter 2009 to the March quarter 2010 * REIV stats

Claude Lucchesi & Elisa Brown

Andrew McCann & Carla Fetta, real estate agents

Martin Barr & Emma Pidgeon & Olivia Barr

(DAVID VEENTJER)

“ONE OF THE BEST CONTEMPORARY RENOVATIONS OF AN EDWARDIAN HOME IN THIS PART OF PRAHRAN.” ANDREW MCCANN – AGENT

It’s groovy, fashionable and is filled with upscale and quirky shops, cafes and bars. The South Yarra end of Chapel Street is home to many high-end fashion labels, but Greville Street is known for it cafes, bookshops and music and quirkier clothing shops.

By the 1920s, Chapel Street rivalled the city as a mecca for shopping. Large stores included Read’s Emporium, built in 1914 and that later traded as Moore’s Corner Store (now Pran Central) and The Big Store, which is now occupied by Coles.

Blocks of housing commission flats were built in the 1960s, adding to the diversity of the population. Prahran also had factories, including the Red Tulip Chocolate factory, which has now been turned into chic, inner-city apartments. Similarly, the Jam Factory shopping and entertainment complex once produced IXL jams.

For food shopping, the Prahran Market has been an iconic centre for trade since the 19th century. Its meat hall, fish and fruit and vegetable stalls are among the most famous in the city.

Housing is mainly Victorian and Edwardian, with someq magnificent double-storey Victorian houses with towers in streets such as Grandview Grove in East Prahran. There are also smaller single and double-fronted cottages and apartments.

Jock Bind

Kevin & Jenny He

WHERE TO LIVE\

POSTCODE

WE LOVE IT

3142

Quiet, solid as a rock, faultless position ... and with five bedrooms, this has lots of space, says MARIA HARRIS

TOORAK It may be opposite the railway line, but noise is not an issue. The train from the city ambled towards Kooyong Station and you couldn’t hear a thing.

That’s the beauty of a solid-brick house – and this one, built in 1910, is as solid as a rock. It also has five bedrooms and works very well as a family home. The owners have lived here for 13 years and five children have called it home during that time.

It has formal and elegant rooms, with the sitting room, dining room and study at the front.

There is parquetry flooring in heavy traffic areas.

Three bedrooms and a bathroom are ranged off the main hall. The open-plan granite kitchen is large, with a room-sized pantry off it. The informal living/dining room has a wall of built-in storage with an open fireplace and wood store

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MARSHALL WHITE, 9822 9999 18 Warra Street, Toorak Price: $2.5 million + Auction: July 24 at 12.30pm beneath the shelves. Two sets of french doors open to the full-width courtyard garden, which should make outdoor entertaining easy. Each of the two large bedrooms upstairs has marble en suites; the main bedroom is particularly large, with views over the street to the distant parkland. The position is faultless. At the end of the street are Kooyong Village shops, the train station and the tram. \

POSTCODE

3145

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ABERCROMBY’S 9864 5300 7 Ardrie Road, Malvern East Price: $1.6 million – $1.7 million Auction: July 24 at 11.30am

MALVERN EAST With a flawless extension and renovation, this Malvern East house faithfully retains the elegance and grandeur of the Victorian era.

Sitting behind a white picket fence and a landscaped front garden, the cream-and-white facade is beautiful.

Inside, a wide, arched hallway opens to two rooms that were part of the original house.

These rooms are now a study and bedroom and are laden with ornate period detailing such as the leadlight and stained-glass windows, magnificent open fireplaces, timber floors and high, decorative ceilings. Those who have a library of books will love the study, which overlooks a leafy streetscape and has a fabulous built-in bookshelf. Opposite the study is the main bedroom wing, which has its own en suite bathroom, with quality contemporary fittings and fixtures and a walk–in-wardrobe.

The extension is open and spacious and includes a long kitchen, casual dining area, and a lounge room. In the middle of the afternoon, this space is bathed in light streaming in from the french windows and north-facing backyard. The kitchen is modern, with quality features including a dual fan-forced oven, Gaggenau appliances and a wide, stone breakfast bar. Attached to the house is a wonderful sheltered terrace, which is the perfect place to entertain year round. It overlooks the garden, which has a lovely Virginia

creeper on the fence and built-in trampoline.

Upstairs in the children’s domain, there are two large bedrooms each with built-in wardrobes and an abundance of storage. It also includes a joint living area, which could double as a study.

A third bathroom has the same quality finishes, and a fabulous, free-standing bath. With ducted heating, off-street parking, built-in speakers, storage in almost every room, this delightful family house is well worth a look. \ FRANCESCA CARTER

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GARY PEER, 9526 1999

POSTCODE

3185

17 Allison Road, Elsternwick Price: $1.3 million - $1.4 million Auction: August 1 at 12.30pm

ELSTERNWICK Real estate agent Gary Peer is selling his Edwardian house in one of Elsternwick’s top streets. “Eccles” was built in 1912 and features a red-brick, tuck-pointed facade, high ceilings, baltic pine floorboards, internal fretwork and four open fireplaces.

Architect Nicholas Day renovated the house for the previous owners, creating an open-plan kitchen and meals area with granite benchtops, full-height cupboards and large windows over-looking the north-facing back garden and lawn, creating a sense of openness.

“It’s been a very happy, cosy family home in a great spot,” says Peer, who is moving with his family to a contemporary property in the neighbourhood.

The house has up to three entertaining areas, including a large living room at the front and a study or fourth bedroom that overlooks the front garden. The main bedroom has a walk-in wardrobe and a new en suite bathroom, while two more bedrooms and a family bathroom, with tumbled marble tiles and spa bath, are off the hall. The full-width informal living area features

a wall of windows and sliding glass door to allow natural light inside.

It also provides a great position for parents to watch children playing in the back garden. The house is close to Glenhuntly Road’s shopping strip, schools and transport. Harleston Park with playgrounds, rotunda and plenty of wide open spaces is down the road. \ MARIA HARRIS

POSTCODE

3145 3

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RT EDGAR, 9826 1000 The penthouse, 100 Burke Road, Malvern East Price: $2.2 million + Auction: July 24 at 11am

MALVERN EAST This new penthouse offers a sophisticated lifestyle opposite Central Park and is just a couple of minutes’ walk to local shops and cafes. A lift brings you directly to a private lobby, which in turns leads one way to the large, open-plan living room with gas fireplace and kitchen with Corian benchtops, high-gloss cabinets and stainless steel Miele appliances, and another way to the bedrooms.

A large north-west facing terrace off the living area has views over Central Park and extends the entertaining outdoors.

Neutral interiors include white walls, stone floors and elegant bathrooms with timber cabinetry. The main bedroom, with a walk-in wardrobe and en suite, has a private terrace with views to the Dandenongs. \ MARIA HARRIS

WHERE TO LIVE\ AGENTS’ CHOICE

POSTCODE

3142

TOORAK 4

2

POSTCODE

Bennison Mackinnon 9864 5000

POSTCODE

RT Edgar Toorak 9826 1000

3144

4

3142

3

2

2

3

4

12 Soudan Street, Malvern .................................................................

Price: $2.1 million - $2.3 million .................................................................

Auction: Saturday July 31 at 11.30am .................................................................

2/3 Martin Court, Toorak .................................................................

Price: $2.7 million - $2.9 million .................................................................

Auction: Saturday August 7 at 11am .................................................................

The traditional period beauty of this four-bedroom (all with built-in-wardrobes) two-bathroom Victorian is complemented by a superb extension.

Brilliantly positioned close to Toorak Village, this stylish contemporary new first-floor apartment offers unsurpassed finishes, abundant natural light and huge open-plan living/dining areas.

Let's eat lunch @ Sugo, 105 Wattletree Road Let's eat dinner @ Maris, 15 Glenferrie Road Let's drink coffee @ Fleischer Cakes, 96 Glenferrie Road

Let's eat lunch @ Tango Café, 475C Toorak Road Let's eat dinner @ Quaff Restaurant, 436 Toorak Road Let's drink coffee @ MBar, 448 Toorak Road

RT EDGAR, 9826 1000 58 Washington Street, Toorak

5

Price: $3 million – $3.3 million Auction: July 31 at noon

Set in one of Toorak’s finest streets, this 1960s family house is bright and spacious. At the front of this elegant, symmetrical facade is a spacious lawn with a tall gum tree that provides privacy and shelter. The study/front sitting room is lovely and cosy with an open fireplace, plenty of shelving and lots of light streaming through the beautiful french windows and doors. Opposite is the formal living/ dining room, which has charming ’60s chandeliers. The kitchen features brown wooden cupboards, country-style brown tiles, wooden benchtops and a stove with a rangehood; there is also a fabulous view of the back garden and pool. Up the grand spiral staircase are four light-filled, spacious double bedrooms. The main bedroom is big, with its own sitting area, and a lovely balcony overlooking the front lawn. Both bathrooms are very light; one has a double shower and the other has a big bath in which to relax. \ OLIVIA McCULLOUGH

POSTCODE

Marshall White 9822 9999

3147

4

1

3

POSTCODE

TBM Caulfield North 9525 9222

3206

4

2.5

3

POSTCODE

Hocking Stuart Hawthorn 9944 3888

POSTCODE

Marshall White 9822 9999

3128

3

3124

5

2

2

3

1

132 Ashburn Grove, Ashburton .................................................................

Price: $1.5 million + .................................................................

Auction: Saturday July 31 at 11.30am .................................................................

39 Park Road, Middle Park .................................................................

Price: $2.5 million + .................................................................

Auction: Saturday July 31 at 2pm .................................................................

64 Wellman Street, Box Hill South .................................................................

Price: $700,000 - $770,000 .................................................................

Auction: Saturday July 24 at 2pm .................................................................

53 Seymour Grove, Camberwell .................................................................

Price: $1.25 million + .................................................................

Auction: Saturday July 31 at 10.30am .................................................................

Live the dream with this stylish architectrenovated 1950s solid-brick house enhanced with north-south Modgrass tennis court and solar-heated pool in spectacular tranquil surrounds on a huge 1212sqm (approx) block.

Let's eat lunch @ E'Latte Cafe, 204 High Street Let's eat dinner @ Perrins Restaurant, 32 High Street Let's drink coffee @ Para's Cafe, 186 High Street

St Anselm offers luxury with celestial class. The original vicarage, this spectacular four-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom Victorian has an air of esteemed period excellence and lavish contemporary luxury.

Let's eat lunch @ Albert Park Hotel, 83 Dundas Pl Let's eat dinner @ Basilico Restaurant, 180 Bridport St Let's drink coffee @ The Middle Park Cafe, 20 Armstrong St

Captivating sun-filled three-bedroom house close to schools and transport with decked living, modern kitchen, family room and studio. Land 650sqm (approx).

Enduring period charm, generous family accommodation and a superbly convenient location near Camberwell Junction, schools and transport highlight the immediate appeal of this c1919 family residence. Land 920sqm (approx).

Let's eat lunch @ Deganis, 536 Riversdale Road Let's eat dinner @ Italy 1, 823 Burke Road Let's drink coffee @ Chocolatte, rear 827 Burke Road

Let's eat lunch @ Café Lush, 866 Canterbury Road Let's eat dinner @ Dumpling King Chinese Restaurant, 572 Station Street Let's drink coffee @ Peta's Café, 164 Elgar Road

POSTCODE

3104

POSTCODE

Noel Jones Kew 9817 4535

3101

2

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5/2 Simpson Street, Kew .................................................................

Price: $500,000 - $550,000 .................................................................

Auction: Saturday August 7 at 11am .................................................................

BALWYN NORTH 6

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POSTCODE

Jellis Craig Hawthorn 9810 5000

3102

5

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1234 Old Burke Road, Kew East .................................................................

Price: $1.3 million + .................................................................

Auction: Saturday August 7 at 3pm .................................................................

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Hocking Stuart, 9830 7000 12 Ajana Street, Balwyn North Price: $1.6 million â&#x20AC;&#x201C; $1.76 million Auction: July 24 at 11am

In a picturesque streetscape, this enchanting Tudor-style residence looks as if it belongs in the English countryside. Set behind a white picket fence, the house has the most beautiful gardens. The front garden is spacious and charming and the back garden, which has a solar-heated pool and a bungalow, has a lovely symmetrical element, with boxed hedges, roses and camellias. Inside, the house is cosy and elegant, with high, decorative ceilings and a pink and lemon colour scheme. The back extension area is spacious and comfortable, with wooden floorboards, an open fireplace and white walls. The kitchen is well proportioned with a free-standing breakfast bar and wooden cabinets and drawers.

Upstairs are two more bedrooms and a sitting room connecting to a terrace, which has a spectacular view of the city. On the third level, which has been masterfully built into the roof line, are two more light-filled bedrooms and a sitting room â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a perfect retreat for teenagers. \ FRANCESCA CARTER

This freestanding two-bedroom villa unit (one of five) in a quiet street with front and side gardens on the title, provides a fantastic basis for a foothold in a desirable residential area.

Let's eat lunch @ Cherating Malaysian, 627 High Street Let's eat dinner @ Mamma's Boys, 647 High Street Let's drink coffee @ Kafez, 246 High Street

An extraordinary allotment (1275sqm approx) opening to parkland and Yarra River trails provides significant space to inspire future success either in this large family house or a first-class townhouse development (STCA).

Let's eat lunch @ Funky Fillings Cafe, 635 High Street Let's eat dinner @ Estivo Restaurant, 330 High Street Let's drink coffee @ Grazing Cafe, 713 High Street

WHERE TO LIVE\ AGENTS’ CHOICE

POSTCODE

3102

KEW EAST 4

2

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RT Edgar Toorak 9826 1000

3002

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POSTCODE

Kay & Burton South Yarra 9820 1111

3141

2

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5 Duffryn Place, Toorak .................................................................

Price: $2.3 million - $2.5 million .................................................................

Auction: Saturday August 14 at noon .................................................................

5/34 Darling Street, South Yarra .................................................................

Price: $550,000 - $600,000 .................................................................

Auction: Saturday July 31 at 1pm .................................................................

Single-level living. Situated in a quiet culde-sac, brilliantly located close to leading schools, Heyington train station and not far from the Village.

Land size 690sqm (approx).

Housed in a stunning modern apartment building close to boutiques, eateries and parkland, this two-bedroom apartment features spacious open-plan living.

Let's eat lunch @ M Bar, 448 Toorak Road Let's eat dinner @ Quaff Restaurant, 436 Toorak Road Let's drink coffee @ Tango Café, 475C Toorak Road

Let's eat lunch @ Café Republic, 160 Toorak Road Let's eat dinner @ Cosi Bar Ristorante, 68 Toorak Road Let's drink coffee @ Picnic, 60 Toorak Road

FLETCHERS, 9817 6551 27 Boorool Road, Kew East

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Price: $1.5 million + Auction: July 31 at 11am

When vendors Michael and Michelle decided to build their own home 10 years ago, they wanted it to be grand, luxurious, with open spaces and well-proportioned bedrooms. With lots of living rooms, bedrooms, a bar and a study, this Kew East house meets their criteria. Set behind a manicured front lawn, the classical, double storey, two-toned brick facade is striking. Inside, the quality continues as each room is lavishly equipped with many features to ensure easy, practical living. This includes abundant storage spaces, a laundry shute, high ceilings, curtains and french windows. The front formal living room is lovely and spacious with wide, bay windows overlooking the street. The back rumpus room is fabulous for entertaining and has an adjoining wet bar and a gas log fire. The spacious, modern kitchen has granite benches, timber cupboards and stainless steel appliances. Outside is a wonderful paved recreational area with a plumbed sink, gas BBQ and a gazebo. \ FRANCESCA CARTER

POSTCODE

Jellis Craig Hawthorn 9810 5000

POSTCODE

Marshall White 9822 9999

3122

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3142

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2

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Bennison Mackinnon 9864 5000

POSTCODE

Fletchers Balwyn North 9859 9561

3141

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3102

3

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55 Evansdale Road, Hawthorn .................................................................

Price: $1.2 million + .................................................................

Auction: Saturday 7th August at 11.00am .................................................................

16A Canberra Road, Toorak .................................................................

Price: $1 million + .................................................................

Auction: Saturday July 24 at 1.30pm .................................................................

47 Motherwell Street, South Yarra .................................................................

Price: $850,000 - $920,000 .................................................................

Auction: Saturday August 7 at 12.30pm .................................................................

3 Cadow Street, Kew East .................................................................

Price: $700,000 - $770,000 .................................................................

Auction: Saturday 14 August at 11am .................................................................

Uninterrupted Morang Reserve views form the backdrop to this stunning modern townhouse where dual living areas open to Mediterranean-style terraces and a glorious court-garden.

Designed to catch lots of natural light, impressively fitted and finished, this threebedroom, two-bathroom townhouse brings comfort and quality together. Downstairs living/dining overlooks paved courtyard with plunge pool. SLUG. Let's eat lunch @ Tango Cafe, 475c Toorak Road Let's eat dinner @ M Bar, 448 Toorak Road Let's drink coffee @ Mana Cafe, 603 Toorak Road

This inviting Edwardian is primed to provide an exceptional lifestyle just moments from Hawksburn Village.

North-facing living and dining areas flow to a large private courtyard.

Delightful living without compromise in a perfect position near all services. This easily managed three-bedroom house offers two generous living areas, fully equipped timber kitchen with north-facing terrace and sunny courtyard garden.

Let's eat lunch @ Convent Bakery, 654 High Street Let's eat dinner @ Estivo, 330 High Street Let's drink coffee @ Funky Fillings Cafe, 631 High Street

Let's eat lunch @ Laurent, 703 Glenferrie Road Let's eat dinner @ Rococo, 797 Glenferrie Road Let's drink coffee @ Caffe Di Lusso, 818 Glenferrie Road

Let's eat lunch @ Caffe e Cucina, 581 Chapel Street Let's eat dinner @ Bistro Thierry, 511 Malvern Road Let's drink coffee @ Beba´s, 578 Malvern Road

POSTCODE

3126

CANTERBURY 4

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POSTCODE

Gary Peer & Associates 9526 1999

3183

3

3.5

2

POSTCODE

Marshall White 9822 9999

3142

3

3

2

8 Bickhams Court, St Kilda East .................................................................

Price: $1.85 million - $2.1 million .................................................................

Auction: Sunday August 1 at 10.30am .................................................................

25 Tintern Avenue, Toorak .................................................................

Price: $2.95 million .................................................................

Private sale .................................................................

This magnificent home presents an environment for everyday living and the most extravagant of gatherings. It includes formal lounge and dining, breakfast room, gourmet kitchen, master en suite with terrace, upstairs retreat and large patio.

Let's eat lunch @ Las Chicas, 203 Carlisle Street Let's eat dinner @ Gattica, 223 Carlisle Street Let's drink coffee @ Wall 280, 280 Carlisle Street

Located on the fringe of Toorak Village and offering classical architecture, this brand new, ground-floor single-level garden residence provides a lifestyle second to none and is set in one of Melbournes' finest boutique developments.

Let's eat lunch @ Kanteen, 150 Alexandra Avenue Let's eat dinner @ Romeos, 450 Toorak Road Let's drink coffee @ Mana Cafe, 603 Toorak Road

JELLIS CRAIG, 9818 2222 39 Bryson Street, Canterbury Price: $1.8 million + Auction: July 31 at noon

This Georgian-inspired house provides an excellent mix of formal and informal entertaining zones, including a swimming pool and barbecue area just outside the family room. Formal dining and living rooms off the white marble entry hall are elegant with neutral colours, including soft cream carpet underfoot. The main bedroom with en suite and walk-in wardrobe is also off the entry hall. A door from the dining room opens to the informal meals area, which is separated from the kitchen by a black granite bench top. The large family room, just off the kitchen, also doubles as a home theatre.

French doors open to the paved and established garden with its swimming pool, spa and barbecue area, putting everything within easy reach of the kitchen. Three bedrooms, a bathroom and study are arranged off the large landing on the first floor. \ MARIA HARRIS

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Kay & Burton

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HAMPTON

ARMADALE

16 Highett Rd

4/1 Bell St Marshall White 102 2/754-756 High St Bennison Mackinnon 143

ASHBURTON

1 Taylor St 132 Ashburn Gve 40 Solway St

BALWYN

1 Highland Ave 4/16 Brenbeal St 27 Kalimna St 27 Kitchener St 2/144 Balwyn Rd 2A Pryton Crt 5/31 Weir St 117 Winmalee Rd 7/4 Kireep Rd 6 Pelham Pl

Biggin Scott 65 Marshall White 111 Marshall White 122

Fletchers 50 Fletchers 50 Noel Jones 70 Noel Jones 70 Noel Jones 72 Noel Jones 72 Noel Jones 72 Christopher Russell 78 Jellis Craig 90 Marshall White 116

BALWYN NORTH

14 Alpha St 17 Trentwood Ave 12 Ajana St 80 Cityview Rd 24 Morris St 68 Corhampton Rd 14 Kelvinside St 2/5 Ajana St

BOX HILL

2/1095 Whitehorse Rd

BOX HILL SOUTH

55 Wellman St 2 Wellman St 64 Wellman St 16 Hill St

BRIGHTON

75A Cole St 10 Tovell St 4/180 Church St 16 Collins St 24 Boxshall St

BRIGHTON EAST 4 Ratho Ave

BURWOOD

31 Uganda St 36 Somers St 2 Kildare St 5 Nursery Way

CAMBERWELL

Fletchers 48 Hocking Stuart 60 Hocking Stuart 62 Noel Jones 71 Jellis Craig 80 Jellis Craig 90 Jellis Craig 91 Marshall White 117

Noel Jones

72

Fletchers Hocking Stuart Hocking Stuart Jellis Craig

49 63 63 86

HAWTHORN

20 EDGERTON STREET, HAWTHORN Auction: August 7 at noon.

Jellis Craig, 9818 2222 Price: $900,000+ 53 Seymour Gve 2/233 Highfield Rd 32 Lockhart St 10 Butler St

CANTERBURY

2/43 Faversham Rd 17 Alexandra Ave 1/37 Chatham Rd 39 Alta St 56 Highfield Rd

CARNEGIE

2/14 Woornack Rd

CAULFIELD 9 Blake St

CAULFIELD NORTH

3/75A Bambra Rd 27 Khartoum St 1-3/23 Wanda Rd

CLIFTON HILL 66 Berry St

DONCASTER

16/3 Sovereign Point Crt Harry Nicolaou Buxton Buxton Buxton Buxton

93 96 96 97 98

EAST MELBOURNE

506/30 St Andrews Pl

ELSTERNWICK

17 Allison Rd 36 Oswald St Kay & Burton

58

ELWOOD

4 Pozieres Ave Fletchers 51 Fletchers 53 Noel Jones 75 Marshall White 126

3/453 Camberwell Rd Christopher Russell 78 9 Crown Ave Marshall White 114

GLEN IRIS

34 Essex St 18 Peate Ave 2/5 Howard St 20A Creswick St 1468 High St 1 Victor Rd 42 Gardiner Pde

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115 124 124 126

Kay & Burton 54 Noel Jones 68 Noel Jones 73 Jellis Craig 81 Marshall White 113

Noel Jones

73

Gary Peer

95

Gary Peer Gary Peer Gary Peer

94 95 96

15/280 Riversdale Rd 36 Chrystobel Cres 55 Evansdale Rd 20 Edgerton St 4/1 Kinkora Rd 2 Violet Gve 39 Denham St

93

65

Dingle Partners

64

Gary Peer Gary Peer

95 95

TBM

66

Hocking Stuart 64 Noel Jones 71 Noel Jones 73 Noel Jones 73 Jellis Craig 79 Jellis Craig 82 Marshall White 109

61 74 83 91

KEW

18 Victor Ave Kay & Burton 56 24 Coleridge St Woodards 67 46/1245 Burke Rd Woodards 67 5/2 Simpson St Noel Jones 74 1161 Burke Rd Christopher Russell 78 112 Eglinton St Jellis Craig 91 4/61 Princess St Jellis Craig 91 1-30/55-59 Earl St Marshall White 112 2 Vaughan Cres Marshall White 125

1447 Burke Rd 27 Boorool Rd 3 Cadow St 1234 Old Burke Rd

98 Elizabeth St

Fletchers Fletchers Fletchers Jellis Craig

1/3 Dene Ave 61 Bowen St 7 Ardrie Rd 11 Shrewsbury St 5 Knox St 19 Paxton St 6-8 The Boulevard 1 Winton Rd 27 Belson St 11 Deakin St 7/100 Burke Rd

46 51 52 87

Marshall White 121

11 Moorakyne Ave Kay & Burton 34 Grace St Kay & Burton 8/7 Warner St Jellis Craig 4 Grace St Marshall White 1A Lara St Marshall White 12 Soudan St Bennison Mackinnon 1 Vickery St Bennison Mackinnon

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RT Edgar 132 Bennison Mackinnon 140 Bennison Mackinnon 143

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55 56 88 103 104 138 139

52 69 76 88 105 106 107 108 121 126 131

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TBM

8 Gilbert St

66

Jellis Craig

92

Fletchers Hocking Stuart Hocking Stuart Jellis Craig

53 62 63 92

MONT ALBERT NORTH

18 Lincoln Ave 68 Rostrevor Pde 9 Sutton Pde 2/439 Belmore Rd

MORNINGTON

Lot 2, 33 Kalimna Dve James Crowders 146

MOUNT MACEDON 51 Pinchoff Lne

MOUNT MARTHA 175 Hopetoun Ave

Breathtaker Apt 508

864 Mt Macedon Rd

MURRUMBEENA 2/20 Thaxted Rd

RT Edgar 136

Marshall White 118

RT Edgar 136

Keatings 147

Noel Jones

PORT MELBOURNE

74

RT Edgar 135

PRAHRAN

22 Bendigo St Hocking Stuart 64 36/108 Greville St Noel Jones 74 1/29 Lewisham Rd Marshall White 125 41 Closeburn Ave Bennison Mackinnon 141 75 Lewisham Rd Bennison Mackinnon 144

ROMSEY

47 Crooked Rd

42 Nelson St

1 Reilly Pl 367 Dorcas St 166 Bank St

Jellis Craig 89 Jellis Craig 92 Bennison Mackinnon 142 Bennison Mackinnon 144

RT Edgar 134

97

RT Edgar 136

Kay & Burton 57 RT Edgar 133 RT Edgar 135

SOUTH YARRA

5/34 Darling St Kay & Burton 58 56 Clara St Abercromby’s 75 29 Tivoli Rd Marshall White 101 2/12 Copelen St Marshall White 126 5/4 Rockley Rd RT Edgar 133 11/39-41 Kensington Rd RT Edgar 135 1/25 Millswyn St Williams Batters 137 113 Millswyn St Williams Batters 137 1&2/255 William RdBennison Mackinnon 145 47 Motherwell St Bennison Mackinnon 145 2/12 Kensington RdBennison Mackinnon 146

ST KILDA EAST

Gary Peer

94

Buxton

99

Fletchers Garvey & Co Noel Jones Jellis Craig Jellis Craig Jellis Craig

53 65 75 89 90 92

1/3 Struan St Kay & Burton 25 Tintern Ave Marshall White 16A Canberra Rd Marshall White 18 Warra St Marshall White 1/755 Malvern Rd Marshall White 14/48 Lansell Rd Marshall White 3 Martin Crt RT Edgar 58 Washington St RT Edgar 2/45A St Georges Rd RT Edgar 3/97 Mathoura Rd RT Edgar 11/422 Glenferrie Rd Williams Batters 29 Canterbury Rd Bennison Mackinnon

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ST KILDA WEST

502/348 Beaconsfield Pde

MT MACEDON

336 Highett St 1/1 Boland St 24 Gipps St 59 Duke St

Buxton

8 Bickhams Crt

MT BULLER

RICHMOND

3-5 Heath St

SOUTH MELBOURNE

MONT ALBERT

35/85 Rouse St

SANDRINGHAM SHOREHAM

MIDDLE PARK

MALVERN Woodards

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Woodards 67 Abercromby’s 77 Jellis Craig 84 Jellis Craig 86 Jellis Craig 87 Marshall White 123 Marshall White 123

20 Bluff St Hocking Stuart 15 Harold St Noel Jones Lots 1,2,3,4,5,7 & 8/462-466 Barkers Rd Jellis Craig 9/107 Victoria Rd Jellis Craig

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KEW EAST

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110 122 127 146

SURREY HILLS

5A Broughton Rd 82 Broughton Rd 1/9 New St 1/17 Albion St 25 Elm St 4/969 Riversdale Rd

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This impressive, new three-storey house is a breath of fresh air. Clean lines and muted natural tones characterise the facade, creating a striking contrast to the classical architecture so prevalent in Brighton.

On the right, a sloping driveway leads to a two-car garage, which is disguised behind dark wooden panelling. On the left, timber stairs lead down to a glass entrance that overlooks a 20-metre lap pool.

The house has plenty of bedrooms, bathrooms and living areas. The front formal living room has fabric-panelled walls, charcoal carpet and a gas fireplace, creating a comfortable and cosy space. Windowed halls open to the kitchen and a living area that has fantastic north-westerly views over the back garden and pool. The kitchen has Miele appliances and stainless steel benchtops, which are bordered by Carrara marble. The American oak cabinetry throughout the house does not have any bulky handles, which ensures a clean, slick finish.

Downstairs, the basement includes a gym, home theatre, laundry, two bathrooms and a study. The spacious gym has raised

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BUXTON, 9592 8000 24 Boxshall Street, Brighton Price: $3 million + Auction: July 31 at 1.30pm windows looking into the pool, creating a blue, aquarium-like atmosphere. Connoisseurs of wine will love the racked cellar that is tucked behind the gym. It can hold up to 1600 bottles.

On the top level are four light-filled bedrooms.

The main bedroom has all the features of a hotel suite, including dual built-in wardrobes, and a Rogerseller en suite with twin vanities.

The highlight is the wonderful view of the Brighton Library, which was modelled on Frank Lloyd Wright’s Guggenheim Museum in New York. With ceiling-to-floor blinds, this bedroom can be transformed from a light, open retreat into a private, warm sanctuary – the perfect setting for a cold Melbourne winter. \ FRANCESCA CARTER

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THE LAWSON GROVE SHOP 1 Lawson Grove, South Yarra

MENI’S TAILORING & ALTERATIONS 475 Chapel Street, South Yarra

ART SERIES HOTEL (THE OLSEN) 637-641 Chapel Street, South Yarra

ROCKY’S FRUIT & VEGIES 485 Chapel Street, South Yarra

CHANNEL TEN 620 Chapel Street, South Yarra

The Lawson Grove Shop is tucked away in a tiny cul-de-sac and you would be forgiven for nearly missing it completely. A line can be found out the front most weekends, but it’s worth the wait. Inside you will find the perfect gourmet selection of breads, sauces, cookies, and of course milk and newspapers like all good local corner-shops should have. Although its interior is quite small, it is an intimate environment with a great buzz. Try to be one of the lucky few and score a table out the front, and while you’re hidden down a little suburban street enjoying a great cup of coffee, it will soon feel like you’re a million miles away. \

Pants too big? Dress too long?

Buttons falling off? Then follow the signs on the street, through the doorway and up the stairs to Meni who will cut, sew and alter anything from your wardrobe. Hidden away, Meni’s is perched above a shop; most likely one of her many happy customers, as a majority of the Chapel Street clothing retailers have been using Meni’s services for years. With three sewing machines constantly peddling away and two change rooms for customers, Meni’s service is fast, reliable and reasonably priced. Whether you need your pants hemmed or that big rip fixed in your jeans, Meni can do it all and much more. \

Modern and chic, The Olsen has over 200 suites, infused with works by revered Australian landscape artist Dr John Olsen. Part of the Art Series, the luxury boutique hotel offers travellers an impressive glass-bottomed pool and sun deck, Smart Car hire and an incredible menu at Bluebottle restaurant.

In a five-star location on Chapel Street, this five-star hotel even has five-star staff; warm and genuinely friendly with a refreshing attitude ensuring every guest’s request is met. The Olsen is charming and well-appointed, and with rates starting at as little as $199 a night, anyone can afford a little bit of luxury in the heart of South Yarra. \

Ever wonder how people can afford to fill their homes with vase after vase of beautiful flowers each week? The answer is Rocky’s Fruit & Vegies. No fancy wrapping, just gorgeous flowers at the lowest price. Roses, lilies, gerberas and sunflowers are all currently on offer, but vary from season to season.

Saturday mornings are Rocky’s busiest time, so expect a crowd and get in early. It’s family owned and run, and Rocky’s staff will soon become familiar faces when you start stocking up. If you haven’t visited Rocky’s yet, you simply must. After all, where else can you find a beautiful bunch of tulips for only $4? \

What happens during the ad break of a live TV show? Do they really not wear pants under the desk? Why don’t you find out for yourself… In the heart of South Yarra, surrounded by boutique shops and some of the best coffee in Melbourne is Channel Ten. Each day the studio houses TEN’s new morning program, The Circle, then at 7pm, you guessed it, the The 7pm Project. When you’re all shopped out, take a break and watch the girls on the couch like Gorgi, Denise, Chrissie & Yumi, or come face-to-face with one of the visiting international guests.

Why watch TV from your lounge room when you can watch it live in studio? \

KEW EAST 1447 Burke Road This Glenville home features exquisite living on a grand scale, with north-facing living areas and almost every luxury you need! Bright informal living room and the master suite welcome you. A study continues to the formal entertaining zone with a dining area and modern lounge anchored by a gas log fire. Sun-filled and open, the family area surrounds a gourmet kitchen and accesses a private deck. Highlights include; central heating and cooling, surround sound and an alarm. Opposite Coles, walk to Hays Paddock and schools.

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Saturday 14 August at 12noon Price on Application Thurs 12-12.30pm & Sat 1-1.30pm 21.95m x 42.68m - 936 sq m approx.

45 J8 Tim Heavyside 0403 020 404 Jennifer Ellett 0403 805 044 61 Doncaster Road, Balwyn North 9859 9561

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Balwyn North 17 Trentwood Avenue A Home With A Future Your future is assured in this fabulous retro home in Balwyn HS zone, near Greythorn shops, childcare centre, freeway access and Westfield Shoppingtown. Enjoy the space of four big bedrooms plus another bedroom/rumpus room with own separate entrance! Full-length floor-to-ceiling windows bring in sunshine filtering through Liquid Amber and Wisteria to land on the chestnut timber floorboards in the living room with solid stone fireplace. Kitchen with meals area, dining area and family room overlook leafy rear garden. In the future a brand new home will occupy this valuable site (Subject to council approval) but until then enjoy the space, the charm and the location.

Land 620 sq m approx.

> AUCTION

Sat 31st July - 12.30pm

> MEL REF

46 H1

> EPR

$830,000 - $880,000

> OFFICE

Balwyn Office 544 Whitehorse Road 3103

> TEL

9830 7000

> CONTACT Dale Edgcumbe 0412 362 475

Hayden Mitchell 0421 958 359 Glen Coutinho 0409 779 399 > AGENTS IN CONJUNCTION Russell McInnes 0413 947 676

Offices 2A & 2B Webb St. Warrandyte 3113, 9844 0052

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Hawthorn East 20 Bluff Street Blue Chip, Vacant Land (837sqm or 9000sqft approx) One of the only prime vacant allotmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s of land available in Hawthorn East. Situated with Bialik College at the end of the street, this potential new home site or a mutli townhouse development site (Subject to Council approval) offers the perfect location for the family home with the new Tooronga Village development around the corner, quality schools at your fingertips, all forms of transport not far away and easy access to the city via freeway.

Land: (837sqm, 18.6m x 45.6m approx) or (9000sq feet, 61ft x 149ft approx).

> VIEW

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> AUCTION

Sat 24th July - 12.30pm

> MEL REF

59 G4

> EPR

$1,550,000 - $1,650,000

> OFFICE

Hawthorn/Camberwell Office 1153-1157 Burke Road, Kew 3101

> TEL

9944 3888

> CONTACT Reilly Waterfield 0422 291 773

Glen Coutinho 0409 779 399 Shamit Verma 0401 137 597

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Balwyn North 12 Ajana Street Tudor temptation with stunning city views.

This magnificent Tudor home will certainly impress, positioned in a fabulous prime location. You will delight in the superb abundance of space, offering the perfect blend of elegance and family living. Sumptuous sun drenched living areas, relaxed and formal, are an entertainers dream, the divine kitchen and family room overlook a heavenly solar heated pool, cabana and spa. The plentiful accommodation offers 5 double bedrooms and 6th bedroom/study, with a private bathroom and open lounge on each level. The views from the upstairs living, bedrooms and private deck are breathtaking, truly family living at its best. With schools, parks and shops a stroll away, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an opportunity not to be missed! Land: 830sqm approx.

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2 Thurs 2.00 - 2.30pm & Sat from 10.30am Sat 24th July - 11.00am 46 / H5 $1,600,000 - $1,750,000 Balwyn Office 544 Whitehorse Road 3103 9830 7000 Toby Parker 0413 581 104 Troy Rendle 0438 305 520

Mont Albert North 68 Rostrevor Parade Stylish splendour.

The stunning contemporary custom design of this superb single storey home will truly delight. Positioned in a prime location next to beautiful parkland, this divine residence has created the perfect fusion of lifestyle and leisure. Magnificent high ceilings and quality finishes combine with stunning formal and family living areas bathed in northern and southern light. The masterful floor plan will impress, gorgeous master bedroom, WIR, ensuite, private office and powder room at the front, heavenly open formal lounge opening to a beautiful private terrace in the centre. Glorious kitchen and family living look out to gardens perfect for entertaining, with 3 bedrooms and bathroom in a separate wing.

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2 Thurs & Sat 1.00 - 1.30pm Sat 31st July - 11.00am 46 / K8 $1,500,000 - $1,650,000 Balwyn Office 544 Whitehorse Road 3103 9830 7000 Troy Rendle 0438 305 520 Toby Parker 0413 581 104

Mont Albert North 9 Sutton Parade Family delight.

Wonderfully positioned in a sought after location this family friendly home is close to great schools, parks, shops and transport. This lovely residence will appeal to many, set on a fabulous block with a separate home office or superb rumpus room out the back, 4 bedrooms, main with WIR and ensuite, formal lounge and dining, open family room and kitchen looking out onto a deck and garden. Water tanks, solar panels, ducted heating, A/C, alarm and double garage complete this charming picture. Offering great scope, and an amazing opportunity to renovate or start afresh on prime land and locale, the choices are abundant. Land: 850sqm approx.

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Box Hill South 2 Wellman Street Lovely 4 bedroom fully renovated Californian Bungalow with period charm features formal lounge & dining, family living & dining, kitchen (butlerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pantry), carport and cool/duct heat.

Near parks & schools. The perfect family package! Land 749sqm approx.

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Closing Fri 6th August - 4.00pm 47 / B12 $1,100,000 - $1,200,000 Balwyn Office 544 Whitehorse Road 3103 > TEL 9830 7000 > CONTACT Toby Parker 0413 581 104 Claire Wenn 0409 857 506 > MEL REF > EPR > OFFICE

2 Thurs & Sat 12.00 - 12.30pm Sat 31st July - 2.00pm 46 / K7 $850,000 - $930,000 Balwyn Office 544 Whitehorse Road 3103 9830 7000 Toby Parker 0413 581 104 Troy Rendle 0438 305 520

Box Hill South 64 Wellman Street Captivating sun-filled 3 bedroom home close to schools and transport with decked living, modern kitchen, familyroom, studio.

Land 650sqm approx.

Thurs 2.30 - 3.00pm Sat from 1.30pm > AUCTION Sat 24th July - 2.00pm > MEL REF 61 B1 > EPR $700,000 - $770,000 > OFFICE Balwyn Office 544 Whitehorse Road 3103 > TEL 9830 7000 > CONTACT Suzie Blade 0407 633 663 Paul Walker 0418 323 122 > VIEW

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82 Broughton Road

A LIFESTYLE - A PLACE OF PEACE - AN OPPORTUNITY! RARe And SiGnificAnT SuRRey HillS AlloTmenT of 1100m2 AppRox wiTH A SupeR impReSSive fRonTAGe.

This rare opportunity includes well cared for comfortable 3 bedroom residence comprising: Entrance, L shaped lounge/dining, large family room, sunroom, excellent kitchen and tiled main bathroom. Includes gas heating, air-conditioning, excellent storage and double carport. Perfect to redevelop (STCA), build a new home or further improve the existing home. Located a short walk to local shops, city tram, bus, parklands, local schools and more. 1105M2 approx.

INSPECT Thursday and Saturday 12-12.30pm AUCTION Saturday 31st July @ 12:30pm MEL REF 60 K1

DONCASTER 16/3 Sovereign Point Court

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A breathtaking city skyline view stands impressively before this superb apartment nestled quietly on the ground floor of Doncaster Hill´s highly-coveted ´The Gardens´ complex.

An exceptional investment or downsizing opportunity within seconds of Westfield shopping centre, transport and parklands including basement parking/storage, two bedrooms, leafy courtyard, bath/powder rooms, spacious dining and living to covered entertainment terrace, Smegequipped granite kitchen.

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Kevin Garvey 0418 312 619 Adam Garvey 0411 190 375 info@garveycompany.com.au

1 Taylor Street

The Perfect One!

ID and contact details are required at all open for inspections

1 Saturday 7 August at 1.00 Thu & Sat 1.00-1.30 Marie Harbeck 0413 223 346 Simon Byrne 0413 701 444 273 Camberwell Road Camberwell 9805 1111

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Ashburton

This mid century masterpiece has been brilliantly renovated and extended to create a family home packed with features designed to provide year-round enjoyment.

Comprising: • 4 dbl bedrooms, Master with WIR & Ensuite • 3 remaining bedrooms with BIR’s • Open plan spacious lounge/dining with brand new kitchen

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• Self cleaning in-ground pool & covered outdoor entertaining area • Second outdoor area with tree-house & sand pit Other features include: OSP for 6 cars, garage/home office, split system heating/cooling, alarm, shed & 4900lt water tanks

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Saturday 7th August at 12:00pm Thurs & Sat 11.30-12pm Matt Carver 0422 800 600 599 Whitehorse Road, Balwyn 9836 8188

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ELWOOD

4 Pozieres Avenue Period Gem & Land located in the heart of Elwood´ s Golden Mile. On around 761sqm, this freestanding 4 bedroom Californian Bungalow is graced with panelled ceilings and leadlights, offering huge open plan living that spills onto a pergola covered terrace and glorious northerly garden. Also boasting a verandah with bay window, sitting room, 2nd WC, heaters & double garage with second floor studio/loft with WC & shower accessed via the rear. Providing endless possibilities to further enhance or develop (STCA). Prized pocket, doors to the beach, Marina, Village & Acland Street.

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2 Saturday 31 July at 12.00 Wed 12.00-12.30 Leonard Persichetti 0417 319 900

Campbell Kilsby 0409 094 899

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203 Balaclava Road Caulfield North 9525 9222

MIDDLE PARK 39 Park Road

´ St Anselm´ - Victorian Luxury with Celestial Class. The original vicarage, this spectacular 4 bedroom 2.5 bathroom Victorian has an air of esteemed period excellence and lavish contemporary luxury. Spotted Gum floors & marble decadence highlight this glamorous home, featuring 2 superb entertaining zones (OFPs), designer kitchen (Miele appliances), stunning main bedrm (2 WIRs, ensuite, OFP & balcony), relaxing alfresco with substantial outdoor entertaining/ BBQ area under vergola and parking for 3. Brilliance between the beach and Albert Park Lake.

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3 Saturday 31 July at 2.00 Wed 1.00-1.30 Leonard Persichetti 0417 319 900

Rochelle Butt 0412 707 033 203 Balaclava Road Caulfield North 9525 9222

Greg Hocking 0418 329 961

Ashburton D Bentleigh D Blackburn D Camberwell D Carlton D Carnegie D Caulfield D Elsternwick D Hawthorn D Mt Waverley D Oakleigh D Toorak

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KEW 46/1245 Burke Road The penthouse piece de resistance set peacefully to the rear in the fashionable Stanhope complex, this stunning two/three bedroom apartment is big bold and brilliant capturing magnificent views and northerly sunshine. Secure and secluded near Cotham Road and Burke Road trams, Camberwell Junction and Deepdene shopping strip; including two security basement car spaces and lock up store, security TV intercom, large open plan living/ dining opening to huge balcony, gourmet kitchen including integrated refrigerator/freezer, dishwasher, two state of the art bathrooms, heating and cooling, and designated lift from basement to the front door.

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HAWTHORN 15/280 Riversdale Road The perfect place to begin your strategic push into a blue ribbon position; first-home buyers and investors will do especially well in ´ Camber´ where this fabulous one bedroom 2nd floor apartment sits quietly to the rear. Stroll to Riversdale Village, trams, park and Camberwell Junction from this bright older-style apartment that´ s presented in comfortable condition.

2 Saturday 7 August at 12.00 Thu & Sat 12.00-12.30 Tony Nathan 0412 285 066 Simon Byrne 0413 701 444 590 Burwood Road Hawthorn 9818 3456

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24 Coleridge Street

1 Saturday 31 July at 2.00 Thu & Sat 12.30-1.00 Liz O’Sullivan 0407 880 754 Simon Byrne 0413 701 444 590 Burwood Road Hawthorn 9818 3456

A blue ribbon position at the heart of Kew´ s premier private school precinct provides a prestigious setting for this delightful three bedroom, two bathroom Edwardian nestled on an impressive allotment. Immediately desirable combining period character with previously improved spaces while offering exciting further potential to create a property of distinction. Near Ruyton, MLC, Glenferrie Road, transport and parklands.

Ashburton D Bentleigh D Blackburn D Camberwell D Carlton D Carnegie D Caulfield D Elsternwick D Hawthorn D Mt Waverley D Oakleigh D Toorak

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2 Saturday 31 July at 12.00 Thu & Sat 11.30 - 12.00 Liz O’Sullivan 0407 880 754 Marie Harbeck 0413 223 346 Simon Byrne 0413 701 444 590 Burwood Road Hawthorn 9818 3456

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CANTERBURY 17 Alexandra Avenue

GOLDEN MILE Masterfully designed & crafted by revered architect Phillip Mannerheim & Master Builder Brian Lee (winner HIA Townhouse, 2009), this classically alluring brand new luxury residence is defined by faultless formal & informal living spaces, state-of-the art appointments & impressive indoor-outdoor entertaining areas. Enjoying formal sitting, study, casual living/dining (stone gas OFP) & a sleek marble & Miele equipped kitchen. 3 bedrooms include luxurious main (2 x WIRs/ensuite) on ground level & upstairs children´s zone accompanied by rumpus. Superb covered terrace & refined courtyard with northern orientation. Study alcove, powder room, double garage.

FOR SALE INSPECT CONTACT BALWYN

$3,200,000 Thur 2-2.30pm & Sat 3.30-4pm John Bradbury 0413 772 778 Mark Rathgeber 0419 334 334 9830 1644 / 289 Whitehorse Road

MALVERN EAST 61 Bowen Street

FAMILY LUXURY ON A LANDMARK SCALE Majestic proportions & spectacular style, spanning four conventional blocks, dual remote gates & a sweeping return drive. A grand foyer sets an elegant tone for refined living & dining areas, complemented by the outstanding size & style of a huge family-room/everyday dining domain. A state-of-the-art open-plan kitchen, granite benches, Franke fittings & the latest from Gaggenau. Luxurious accommodation includes sublime main suite zoned on its own accompanied by fully tiled bathroom, WIR´s & retreat space. Three further bedrooms, two additional bathrooms, spacious separate study, ducted vacuum, 24 hour digital surveillance, security alarm, wireless computer connection, zoned reverse cycle heating/cooling, loft storage & up to three garages are amongst a comprehensive list of creature comforts.

EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST Close 12th August 5pm AUCTION ESR Price On Application INSPECT Wed 5.30-6pm & Sat 1-1.45pm LAND 1200 sqm (approx) CONTACT Geoff Hall 0419 006 488 CAMBERWELL 9809 2000 / 883 Toorak Road

BALWYN 27 Kalimna Street

PERFECT QUIET POSITION Impressively positioned in the sought after Balwyn High School zone, this substantial 660 sqm (approx) block of land is occupied by a largely original Californian Bungalow, c1926 and presents exceptional opportunity for renovation/ extension or dream home site, STCA. Comfortable current day spaces reveal 2 spacious bedrooms with BIRs, generous living with bay window, separate dining, central kitchen/meals, sunroom and bungalow/study, tiled bathroom, sep WC, sep laundry. Deep rear garden with northerly orientation confirms extension/rebuild success, STCA. Features ducted heating and 4 car garage. Conveniently close to Whitehorse Road shops, tram, parklands and leading schools.

AUCTION ESR INSPECT LAND CONTACT BALWYN

Sat 7th August at 11am $1,200,000 - $1,300,000 Thur 1-1.30pm & Sat 2.30-3.15pm 15.5m x 42.2m (approx) Michael Clark 0412 280 451 Mark Rathgeber 0419 334 334 9830 1644 / 289 Whitehorse Road

BALWYN 27 Kitchener Street

SERENE FAMILY SANCTUARY Boasting award winning Englehart Homes design credentials, this family haven has been enjoyed by the original owners for 20 years and offers an excellent floor plan and immediate appeal in the Balwyn High School Zone. Welcoming interiors include gorgeous formal living and dining boasting a vaulted ceiling and open fire, well-equipped kitchen accompanying casual living and dining spaces that precede an expansive games room and bar extending to an elevated deck with northern orientation. Four bedrooms plus study include beautiful main with garden ensuite. Features family bathroom, sep WC, fitted laundry, ducted heating, air-conditioning, brand new carpets, ducted vacuum and ample off street parking

AUCTION ESR INSPECT LAND CONTACT BALWYN

Sat 24th July at 11am $1,300,000 - $1,400,000 Thur 12-12.30pm/Sat from 10.30am 15.24m x 47.22m (approx) Michael Clark 0412 280 451 Mark Rathgeber 0419 334 334 9830 1644 / 289 Whitehorse Road

BALWYN NORTH 80 Cityview Road

SOLIDITY & INTEGRITY WITH VISTAS Displaying all the hallmarks of superior construction this attractive 2 storey solid brick home of 8 rooms has been much loved & immaculately maintained by the one family for over 30 years. Occupying an elevated hillside site of 664m² within a single covenant area & Balwyn H.S. zone. An integrated front double carport & covered portico lead to an inviting, semi-open entrance, expansive lounge & adjacent formal dining room both with huge windows opening to a roofed patio overlooking rear garden, well appointed kitchen & adjoining meals area & family room. Separate laundry & powder/cloak room, with shower. Upstairs, main bedroom (WIR) opens to a terrace enjoying fabulous panoramic views, bathroom, 2nd toilet, 3 other bedrooms with BIR´s & views, study opening to a front balcony. Under home storage, gas ducted heating.

AUCTION ESR INSPECT LAND CONTACT KEW

Sat 31st July at 2pm $1.2m - $1.35m Thur & Sat 12.30-1pm 15.2m x 43.6m (50´ x 143´) approx.

John Cokalis 0411 184 124 Bruce Severns 0413 744 998 9817 4535 / 150 Cotham Road

GLEN IRIS 18 Peate Avenue

INSPIRED FAMILY IDEAS Standing on a superb allotment of 1000m² the four bedroom floor-plan of this inviting residence is further enhanced by the complete flexibility of a free-standing bungalow offering fantastic home office, teenager´s accommodation with bathroom, gym or rumpus/recreation options. Proximity to schools and parkland complement great spaces featuring elegant formal entertaining, light-filled family living/dining, modern Bosch kitchen and generous under-cover deck above the north-westerly garden. Main bedroom with en suite, three bright further bedrooms, contemporary bathroom and central computer/utility room all function beautifully for families. Ducted heating, reverse cycle cooling, double car-port and 12,500L water storage.

AUCTION ESR INSPECT LAND CONTACT

This Sat at 11am Price On Application Thur 1-1.30pm & Sat From 10.30am 20.34mt x 50mt 1000 sqm (approx) Debbie Silk 0417 105 667 David Gillham 0411 518 672 CAMBERWELL 9809 2000 / 883 Toorak Road

BALWYN 2/144 Balwyn Road

BALWYN 2A Pryton Court

ATTRACTIVE FROM EVERY ANGLE

IMPRESSIVE FROM EVERY ANGLE

This spacious three bedroom two bathroom single level rear unit´s generous living and dining spaces make the most of northerly aspects and are accompanied by landscaped outdoor areas and an open-plan kitchen featuring brand new stainless steel appliances. Main bedroom with en suite, two further bedrooms sharing spa bathroom. A large single garage is complemented by an additional single car-port.

One of only two and zoned for Balwyn High.

AUCTION Sat 7th August at 1pm ESR $820,000 - $900,000 INSPECT Thur 10-10.30am & Sat 2-2.30pm CONTACT Dean Sun 0400 699 682, Mark Rathgeber 0419 334 334 BALWYN 9830 1644 / 289 Whitehorse Road

Commanding 2 storey residence offers an elegant stylish lifestyle on a compact easy care block. Comps: fml lounge, sep dining, study, gourmet kitchen adj to large meals/family room opening to private outdoor alfresco area. Powder room, sep lndry, direct entry to large dble auto remote garage. 1st flr: Open plan living area, 4 BRs incl stunning main BR with spa E/S &large WIR, family bathroom. Feats: Sun filled north orientation, neutral decor, quality carpets & window furnishings, security system, dctd htng & cooling.

AUCTION Sat 31st July at 12pm ESR $1,050,000 - $1,150,000 INSPECT Thur & Sat 2.45-3.15pm CONTACT John Bradbury 0413 772 778, Michael Nolan 0418 546 118 BALWYN 9830 1644 / 289 Whitehorse Road

BALWYN 5/31 Weir Street

BOX HILL 2/1095 Whitehorse Road

SUPERLATIVE SINGLE LEVEL

BE SURPRISED, BE VERY SURPRISED

Set at the rear, one of only five, this inviting two bedroom unit enjoys significant success from lifestyle and/or investment perspective. Bright living, dining and kitchen areas are each enhanced by polished floors, ducted heating and reverse cycle cooling. Security system and single garage contribute fine finishing touches merely moments from Whitehorse Road.

At the space, quiet & privacy of this secluded rear single level townhouse with particularly generous floor plan comprising entry foyer & hall, large living room/dining room, kitchen/meals are, two large fully fitted bedrooms, spacious central bathroom, separate toilet & separate laundry. Features: neutral décor, split system A/C, gas heating, huge private rear courtyard & garden, single lock up garage. Just minutes walk to great schools, Box Hill Central & transport interchange.

AUCTION Sat 31st July at 1pm ESR $390,000 - $425,000 INSPECT Thur 1-1.30pm & Sat 10.15-11am CONTACT Mary George 0407 861 400, Michael Nolan 0418 546 118 BALWYN 9830 1644 / 289 Whitehorse Road

AUCTION ESR INSPECT CONTACT BALWYN

Sat 31st July at 11am $500,000 - $550,000 Thur 11-11.30am & Sat 1.15-2pm Mary George 0407 861 400, Michael Nolan 0418 546 118 9830 1644 / 289 Whitehorse Road

CANTERBURY 1/37 Chatham Road

CARNEGIE 2/14 Woornack Road

PEACE, PRIVACY, POSITION

UNDER INSTRUCTION FROM STATE TRUSTEES

Boasting a street front position in this well maintained group, this impeccably presented single-level garden villa delivers an inviting living environment or astute investment choice close to Maling Road.

Appealing interior spaces include two bedrooms with built in robes, spacious living/dining, well-equipped modern kitchen and tiled bathroom with second toilet. A paved courtyard garden ensures a tranquil space for outdoor enjoyment or al fresco dining. Auto garage, heating/cooling, alarm.

AUCTION Sat 24th July at 1pm ESR Price On Application INSPECT Thur 11-11.30am & Sat from 12.30pm CONTACT Michael Clark 0412 280 451, Mark Rathgeber 0419 334 334 BALWYN 9830 1644 / 289 Whitehorse Road

This impressively equipped, 3 bdrm single level townhouse´s central living & dining areas open to a large north facing c’yard & are accompanied by an immaculate modern kitchen with the added benefit of a meals counter. Main bdrm enjoying its own c’yard/garden access, BIR & ensuite with dble vanity & is complemented by additional bdrms sharing a central 2nd bthrm. Auto dble garage, duct heat, air con & duct vacuum. Only 8kms from the city & only a stone´s throw to parks, bus routes & Carnegie station!

AUCTION Sat 7th August at 11am ESR $520,000 - $560,000 INSPECT Thur 2-2.30pm & Sat 11.30am-12 noon CONTACT Lauren Croxford 0400 010 325, Karl Fitch 0418 371 343 GLEN IRIS 9885 3333 / 1509 High St (Cnr Malvern Road)

GLEN IRIS 20A Creswick Street

GLEN IRIS 2/5 Howard Street

LOCATION, SECURITY & STYLE

STYLISH SINGLE LEVEL SUCCESS

This beautifully appointed 3 bdrm, 2 bthrm as new, stylish single level residence (1 of only 2) enjoys a location that balances calm & quiet, close to Malvern Rd shops, tram & train. Generous living/ent areas (gas fireplace, dble French doors) flow to spacious informal family/dining & kitchen equipped with Smeg appliances. Timber decked private c’yard, with retractable awning & N/W light emphasize superior outdoor ent spaces. Duct heat, evap cool, auto dble garage/internal access caters for every modern need.

AUCTION Sat 24th July at 2pm INSPECT Thur 1-1.30pm & Sat 1.30-2pm CONTACT Julie Kingshott 0413 569 643, Karl Fitch 0418 371 343 GLEN IRIS 9885 3333 / 1509 High St (Cnr Malvern Road)

This spacious single level villa unit (1 of only 6) makes the downsizing decision simple. Equally appealing from an investment perspective as well as making perfect sense for home buyers. Bright spaces incl north facing living/dining areas & sep kitchen/meals. Freshly presented thoughout with duct heat, RC air con, 2 dble bdrms, each with BIRs, generous bthrm while sep laundry & secure garage adds great convenience to enhance this sought after address. Close to Ferndale Park, Gardiners Crk bike paths & High St shops.

AUCTION Sat 24th July at 1pm ESR $480,000 - $520,000 INSPECT Thur 12-12.30pm & Sat 12.30-1pm CONTACT Julie Kingshott 0413 569 643, Karl Fitch 0418 371 343 GLEN IRIS 9885 3333 / 1509 High St (Cnr Malvern Road)

HAWTHORN EAST 15 Harold Street

KEW 5/2 Simpson Street

ENDURING ELEGANCE MEETS MODERN EASE

HOW TRANQUIL!

A brilliant combination of classical beauty & bright modern spaces defines this enchanting Victorian home close to Camberwell Junction. Polished floors & pressed metal ceilings convey the charm of the era throughout inviting spaces including central living with a welcoming open fire-place. Three double bedrooms, each of pleasing size, share a sky-lit bathroom. Northern light adds a natural advantage to modern open-plan kitchen/dining dimensions & sunny courtyard. GDH, reverse A/C. Rear right-of-way.

AUCTION Sat 31st July at 2pm INSPECT Thur 1-1.30pm & Sat 1.45-2.15pm LAND 185 sqm (approx) CONTACT Mark Pezzin 0403 537 105, David Gillham 0411 518 672 CAMBERWELL 9809 2000 / 883 Toorak Road

Front freestanding 2 bedroom villa unit (one of 5) in a quiet street with front and side gardens on title, provides a fantastic basis for a foothold in a desirable residential area. Endowed with natural light and well maintained, it´s ready to occupy now with scope to update to maximise its full potential. Comp: ent. hall, spacious lounge (air con), kitchen, meals, 2 bright BR (BIRs), bathroom, sep.toilet, laundry, private courtyard garden on title. Two under cover car spaces, gas ducted heating, neutral décor.

AUCTION Sat 7th August at 11am ESR $500,000 - $550,000 INSPECT Thur & Sat 11.30am-12 noon CONTACT John Cokalis 0411 184 124, Bruce Severns 0413 744 998 KEW 9817 4535 / 150 Cotham Road

MURRUMBEENA 2/20 Thaxted Road

PRAHRAN 36/108 Greville Street

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This original two bedroom unit offers appealing prospects and straightforward scope for further updating if desired. Large living/dining area catches northern light and is accompanied by huge separate meals space and adjoining open plan kitchen which remains serviceable while also inspiring suggestions for remodeling when ready. Ducted heating and security shutters. Sunny courtyard and double carport complement a smart starting scenario close to Murrumbeena Park.

AUCTION Sat 7th August at 12pm ESR $420,000 - $470,000 INSPECT Thur 12-12.30pm & Sat 11-11.30am CONTACT Tristan Cerveny 0422 075 755, Karl Fitch 0418 371 343 GLEN IRIS 9885 3333 / 1509 High St (Cnr Malvern Road)

Lots of natural light & loads of modern style distinguish this exceptional apartment in a fabulous position set back from famous Greville Street. Living/dining filled with light from northerly aspects is enhanced by sunny balcony & generous open-plan kitchen. Two double bedrooms (BIR, master with WIR) share a spacious semi en suite bathroom. Gym & secure garaging complete stylish surroundings where there are cafes around every corner & trains, trams, Chapel Street and Prahran Market are only moments away.

AUCTION Sat 31st July at 12pm ESR Price On Application CONTACT Mark Pezzin 0403 537 105, David Gillham 0411 518 672 CAMBERWELL 9809 2000 / 883 Toorak Road

SURREY HILLS 1/9 New Street

BURWOOD 2 Kildare Street FANTASTIC FUTURE OPTIONS Situated on a rare corner allotment in this highly sought after pocket of Burwood, this comfortable family home allows the astute buyer to determine fantastic future options. 1. Retain the existing home & renovate/live in as-is. 2. Retain the existing home, subdivide & build a townhouse with own street frontage (STCA). 3. Subdivide the block & build 2 new townhouses (STCA). Property comprises: entry, lounge, kitchen/meals, 3 BR, bathroom, separate laundry & single carport. Close to PLC, Deakin, shops AUCTION INSPECT LAND CONTACT CAMBERWELL

This Sat at 1pm Thur 1-1.30pm & Sat From 12.30 15.24m x 38.4m (581m²) approx Andrew De Angelis 0402 039 342 9809 2000 / 883 Toorak Road

QUIET CUL DE SAC Superbly renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d throughout offering large bright north facing living & open plan kitchen & dining with a view to paved private câ&#x20AC;&#x2122;yard. 2 BRs (BIRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s), sep bathrm, lndry & WC make this Villa unit feel more like a house. Your own Street frontage, garage & independent driveway, two additional allocated car spaces, high raked ceilings, polished timber floors, htng & cooling plus huge attic storage that could be easily converted to a mezzanine study. Walk to Wattle Park & Riversdale Rd Tram & Surrey Hills train station.

AUCTION Sat 7th August at 12pm ESR $500,000 - $550,000 INSPECT Thur 1-1.30pm & Sat 12-12.45pm CONTACT Mark Read 0402 215 841, James Scoones 0413 872 558 BALWYN 9830 1644 / 289 Whitehorse Road

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Malvern East 7 Ardrie Road The Most Majestic Family Spaces A leafy stroll from delightful Ardrie Park, the design of this four bedroom family residence recognizes and responds to contemporary lifestyle requirements with total success. An inviting study, bright formal dining and huge living/entertaining areas basking in northern sun are complemented by a sumptuous open-plan kitchen featuring dual DFF oven, Gaggenau appliances. Massive under-cover decking and rear garden create the ideal indoor-outdoor domain. Two downstairs bedrooms, ensuite and central bathrooms are matched by two further bedrooms upstairs surrounding generous childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lounge and bright third bathroom. OSP. Auction: Saturday 24th July 11.30am View: Thursday 1.00 - 1.30pm & Saturday from 11.00am Michael Derham 0425 790 233 Tim Derham 0438 332 844 Mel Ref: 68 G1 Abercrombyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 1087 High Street Armadale Telephone 9864 5300 Email sales@abercrombys.com.au

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Hawthorn 36 Chrystobel Crescent Grace Park-Expect the Unexpected!

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A major makeover has taken place at number 36 with award winning precision under the guidance of the cross disciplinary firm, Multiplicity Architects. The charming street scape gives no hint of what is to come. Clever exploration of the boundaries around privacy and openness has resulted in flexible formal and informal living spaces enriched by a finely tuned sense of colour and delightful materiality. Blending the original Edwardian bones with contemporary design this home offers 4 bedrooms, 3 sleek ultra modern bathrooms, large library, study/music room, magnificent kitchen and living areas at one with the sustainable contemporary garden designed by landscape artist, Mel Ogden. A separate self sufficient studio provides the perfect teenager’s retreat or home office. Additional features include hydronic heating, double garaging via ROW, 45,000 litre underground water tank, gardeners’ service yard, wine cellar and ample storage. Ideally located close to Glenferrie Road shops, parks and nearby schools.

Auction: Saturday 7th August at 12.30pm View: Thursday 2.00 - 2.30pm & Saturday 12.00 - 12.30pm Lisa Jarrett 0408 053 623 Jock Langley 0419 530 008 Mel Ref: 45 D9 Abercromby’s 1087 High Street Armadale Telephone 9864 5300 Email sales@abercrombys.com.au

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M o re T han W o rd s Ideal new home site (STCA) situated in one of Balwyn´s most sought after areas. Here is your opportunity to secure a 725 sqm approx. allotment with a sunny North-facing rear garden in the Balwyn High zone. Offering scope to develop the land & create a new family residence with easy access to Whitehorse Road trams, Beckett Park, Maranoa Gardens, shops & private schools.

Distant views from the rear garden transform into a blanket of twinkling lights in the evenings.

The current 1920´s home comprises 3 bedroom´s, kitchen, sunroom & an established garden. As this area continues to develop, new home sites become more & more scarce. Don´t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to create the home you´ve always dreamt of. Land 50´ x 156´ approx.

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Saturday 7th August at 11am Thursday & Saturday 11.00 - 11.30am T o riM cGrego r0439 033 344 Chris Ewart 041 9 897 979 1161 Burke Road Kew 981 7 01 23

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Peaceful Settin g in a Brillian t Lo catio n Secluded and set well back at the rear is this immaculate single level villa (1 of only 3), superbly positioned in a lovely pocket of Camberwell.

Walk to Camberwell junction shopping precinct, Rivoli Cinema, restaurants, Camberwell station, city trams and schools. This private rear villa has polished floor boards throughout and offers living/dining room, kitchen/meals, two double bedrooms with built in robes, as new bathroom, separate toilet, laundry and lock up garage with entry from a right of way.

An exceptional investment for first home buyers and astute investors.

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Auctio n : Sat 7th August at 2pm Price: $450,000 plus O pen : Thursday & Saturday 12.30 - 1.00pm Co n tact: Cho o n Chieh 041 21 28 886 Chris Ewart 041 9 897 979 O ffice: 1161 Burke Road Kew 981 7 01 23

1468 High Street - GLEN IRIS Scope to renovate or redevelope the prime, high-exposure position with easy rear ROW access of this solid 1920´s residence suits an array of residential, medical/dental or professional applications (STCA).

Walk straight into a comfortable premises comprising 6 spacious rooms (1/huge Boardroom, 1/ Staffroom, 4/good storage), 2 modern Kitchens, bathroom/laundry plus 2 WCS; all requiring little immediate fit-out for commercial use. Includes generous garden, bungalow, potential ROW/parking and scope to renovate/redevelop (STCA). A leading location easily accessed by tram, train and freeway.

Auction Inspect Land Contact Office Visit

Saturday 7th August at 11am Thursday 12-12.30pm & Saturday 12-12.45pm 14.4m x 45.7m (47’ x 15’0) approx Kevin O’Brien 0447 008 000 Steven Abbott 0407 324 240 1121 High Street, Armadale. Tel 9832 0500 jelliscraig.com.au

24 Morris Street - BALWYN NORTH A tranquil location between Macleay and Hislop parklands is tailor-made for an active family in this stunning home overlooking North Balwyn Tennis Courts and zoned for Balwyn High School. Brilliant sunlight fills lovely dual Living zones that open north to stylish deck for secluded entertaining amidst waterfall-feature whilst fitted Home Office/Teen Retreat offers family flexibility to complement 3 large Bedrooms (BIRs, main/WIRs/ensuite), Study nook, Blanco Kitchen, spa-bathroom, powder room, security, heating/cooling, double remote garage and OSP

Auction Inspect Land Contact Office Visit

Saturday 7th August at 12noon Thursday 1.30-2pm & Saturday 12-12.30pm 303 sq. metres (3,261 sq. ft) approx.

Daniel Bradd 0411 347 511 Robert Ding 0418 858 393 244 Whitehorse Road, Balwyn. Tel 9831 2800 jelliscraig.com.au

39 Alta Street - CANTERBURY The picturesque heritage beauty of Hassett Estate provides prestigious context for this lovely elevated 1920´s attic-style home where supreme family comfort and proximity to tram, train, Maling Rd and popular schools create a winning combination. The warm classic character of generously proportioned formal Living and Dining domain (OFPs) flows effortlessly to sun-bathed OP Family zone facing north to mature gardens. Features: 4 double Bedrooms (BIRs), Study, modern granite Kitchen, Teen Retreat, 2 bathrooms, powder room, heating, remote double carport/OSP.

Auction Inspect Land Contact Office Visit

Saturday 24th July at 12noon Thursday 11-11.30am & Saturday from 11.30am 18m x 38m (60’ x 125’) approx.

Chloe Quinn 0412 238 565 Richard Winneke 0418 136 858 818 Glenferrie Road, Hawthorn. Tel 9810 5000 jelliscraig.com.au

1 Victor Road - GLEN IRIS Masterfully constructed by BEYOND HOMES with a passionate commitment to quality, this breathtaking, brand new French Provincial family residence of 50 squares is defined not only by its cleverly zoned formal and informal spaces or fabulous alfresco entertaining environment with heated pool but also by its wonderful location in leafy Glen Iris and beautifully landscaped garden. Featuring Formal and Informal Living/ Dining, Study, Gaggeneu/ CaesarStone Kitchen. Upstairs, Large Retreat, 5 Bedrooms (BIRs), two Master Suites (1 WIR/ dble ensuite). Remote triple garage, OSP. Close to leading schools, transport, Ashburton Village and parkland.

Auction Inspect Contact C/Agent Office Visit

Saturday 24th July at 1.00pm Thursday 12-12.30pm & Thursday 5-5.30pm & Saturday from 12.30pm Zali Booker 0422 576 049 Bill Michael 0418 179 219 45 High Street, Glen Iris. Tel 9809 8999 jelliscraig.com.au

Lots 1,2,3,4,5,7 & 8/462-466 Barkers Road - HAWTHORN EAST An unprecedented land auction in the prestigious Harcourt Street Precinct surrounded by private schools; Daniel Court is an exclusive fully serviced estate offering 7 magnificent allotments primed for luxurious family living. A landmark opportunity gracing an elite pocket of properties, make your mark in a first-class court location and create a family lifestyle masterpiece. Ranging from 562 to 725 sq. metres approx. Building footprint for each design envelope. Moments to Carey, MLC, Auburn Primary, shopping, parklands, trams, trains and Swinburne Uni.

Auction Inspect Contact Office Visit

Sunday 1st August at 12noon

By Appointment Jin Shang 0412 530 178 Richard James 0408 751 189 244 Whitehorse Road, Balwyn. Tel 9831 2800 jelliscraig.com.au

55 Evansdale Road - HAWTHORN An easy-care lifestyle boasting parkland panorama and an entertainer´s edge! Uninterrupted Morang Reserve views set an inspiring backdrop to this stunning modern townhouse beautifully located near Yarra, train, trams, shops and cafes with dual living areas offering zoned living with Mediterranean-style terraces and glorious courtyard garden for effortless park-side entertaining.

Includes: 3 large Bedrooms (main/Study-nook/chic spa-ensuite/WIRs/balcony), spacious Living/Dining areas, superb fireside open plan Living, stone/Euro Kitchen, 3rd WC. With heating/cooling/security, double remote garage and ample storage

Auction Inspect Land Contact Office Visit

Saturday 7th August at 11am Thursday & Saturday 11-11.30am Irreg 300 sq. metres (3,229 sq. ft) approx.

Peter Vigano 0407 301 224 Scott Patterson 0417 581 074 818 Glenferrie Road, Hawthorn. Tel 9810 5000 jelliscraig.com.au

16 Hill Street - BOX HILL SOUTH Offering an enviable family lifestyle, this immaculately renovated and extended Californian Bungalow is positioned on a large allotment of 962 sq m (approx) in a quiet yet central pocket convenient to Box Hill Central, Kingswood College and Roberts McCubbin Primary School. Seamlessly blending old with new the home offers plenty of room for entertaining with huge U/C deck and child-friendly garden.

Features refined Living, Dining rooms (OFPs), sundrenched OP kitchen/meals/family area (Stone/Euro Kitchen), 4 large Bedrooms (3/BIRs), Rogerseller bathroom, 2nd bathroom, heating/cooling, OSP/ recreation area and storage/studio.

20 Edgerton Street - HAWTHORN Hidden away in a quiet cul-de-sac near exceptional schools, boutiques and transport, this lovely Victorian boasts 2 unexpectedly inspiring Living areas punctuated by stunning stone European Kitchen for consummate living/entertaining. A deluxe accompaniment to inner-urban living, auto-gates to very rare 3 car OSP is a brilliant entrée to 3 large Bedrooms (1/OFP), fireside Lounge/Dining and ultra-stylish Family Living both extending to sunny north decks and spacious secluded garden. With spacious bathroom, central heating, air-conditioning, retractable attic-storage.

Auction Inspect Land Contact Office Visit

Auction Inspect Land Contact Office Visit

Saturday 31st July at 12noon Thursday & Saturday 11-11.30am 20.3m x 47.4m (67’ x 156’) approx.

Robert Ding 0418 858 393 Katherine Ding 0408 858 940 244 Whitehorse Road, Balwyn. Tel 9831 2800 jelliscraig.com.au

Saturday 7th August at 12noon Thursday & Saturday 12-12.30pm Irreg 336 sq. metres (3,617 sq. ft) approx.

Scott Patterson 0417 581 074 Michael Hingston 0412 922 488 818 Glenferrie Road, Hawthorn. Tel 9810 5000 jelliscraig.com.au

4/1 Kinkora Road - HAWTHORN Hawthorn´s best location calls for inspiring surrounds! Deceptively spacious and refreshingly stylish, this peaceful rear townhouse is perfect for easy-care home owners and astute investors with an eye for designer detail near Glenferrie Rd´s vibrant hub. The superb ground floor extends from lovely Living/ Dining through Euro/granite Kitchen (sunny Nook) to sun-trapped north deck whilst upper level boasts Main Bedroom (stunning ensuite/dual walk in shower, waterfall tub, BIRs) with U/C wrap-around sunterrace, 2 further Bedrooms (BIRs), bathroom, powder room, double remote garage.

1234 Old Burke Road - KEW EAST An extraordinary 1,275 sq. metre allotment (approx.) abutting and opening to parkland and Yarra River trails provides significant space to inspire future success whether in this large family residence or a firstclass townhouse development (STCA). Take full advantage of this unique opportunity in a popular pocket and plan for lifestyle excellence close to shopping, transport, golf courses and schools. Includes 5 Bedrooms, Study, 3 bathrooms, Lounge, Living and Dining, OFPs, gourmet Kitchen, heating/cooling, tropical-inspired garden, heated IG pool, 4-car carport.

Auction Inspect Contact Office Visit

Auction Inspect Land Contact Office Visit

Saturday 24th July at 1pm Thursday 12-12.30pm & Saturday from 12.30pm Lewien Gallus 0418 343 908 Alastair Craig 0418 335 363 818 Glenferrie Road, Hawthorn. Tel 9810 5000 jelliscraig.com.au

Saturday 7th August at 3pm Thursday 3.15-3.45pm & Saturday 11.15-11.45am Irreg 1,275 sq. metres (13,724 sq. ft) approx.

Julian Tonkin 0419 341 341 Scott Patterson 0417 581 074 244 Whitehorse Road, Balwyn. Tel 9831 2800 jelliscraig.com.au

11 Shrewsbury Street - MALVERN EAST Designed for the entertaining enthusiast and appointed to perfection, this stunning contemporary home gives family traditions an ultra-modern treatment with deluxe Home-Theatre (auto-screen, projector and concealed curtain) perfect for wintry nights and sail-covered courtyard with Plasma TV for summer entertaining. With striking Kitchen/OP Living (gas fire, Plasma), 4 large Bedrooms (3/WIRs, 2/ ensuite), powder room, security/heating/cooling, auto-gates, garage/recreation room, car space and great locale near Chadstone shopping Centre, transport and freeway.

8/7 Warner Street - MALVERN Beautifully positioned in the exclusive "Maple" enclave, this stunning 1st floor apartment offers an ultra-stylish easy-care lifestyle amidst tranquil leafy surrounds. Sleek, sun-filled and secure, this stylish city-base, investment or downsize is handy to Glenferrie Rd and High St, tram and train. Features superb glass-flanked OP Living extending north to expansive terrace with northerly views to the eastern mountain ranges, 2 Bedrooms (BIRs, main/dual bathroom), chic Miele/Stone Kitchen, Euro laundry, heating/cooling, Intercom Entry, basement parking/storage

Auction Inspect Land Contact Office Visit

Saturday 24th July at 12noon Thursday 12-12.30pm & Saturday 11.30-12noon 13.9m x 15.2m (45â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 50â&#x20AC;&#x2122;) approx Lisa Holbourn 0430 531 400 Steven Abbott 0407 324 240 1121 High Street, Armadale. Tel 9832 0500 jelliscraig.com.au

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Saturday 7th August at 11am Thursday 12-12.30pm & Saturday 12-12.30pm Murray Peden 0411 154 511 1121 High Street, Armadale. Tel 9832 0500 jelliscraig.com.au

336 Highett Street - RICHMOND Behind a charming Victorian façade, this cleverly conceived, light filled contemporary home of unexpectedly generous proportions offers sophisticated lifestyle living enhanced by superior quality bathrooms and kitchen, a sunny alfresco entertaining courtyard and a thoroughly private, north facing rooftop terrace. The 3rd Bedroom (home office) flows into an open plan Living/ Dining. Upstairs you´ll find 2 Bedrooms, the Main with terrace and ensuite, the other with balconied rooftop views and main bathroom. Euro laundry, alarm, remote garage via ROW. Walk to Bridge Road.

1/17 Albion Street - SURREY HILLS A picturesque pocket near schools, train, tram and Maling Rd shopping is the prized setting for this architecturally unique 2 storey town residence enjoying house-like proportions amidst easily-managed garden surrounds. With impressive street presence, this spacious home will delight those seeking a carefree lifestyle without compromise. Features: Cathedral ceilings, fireside Living/Dining to private deck & courtyard, Euro Kitchen/Meals to secluded north terrace, 3 large ensuite Bedrooms (WIRs, main with balcony & retreat), upper Retreat, heating/cooling, double remote garage (internal access).

Auction Inspect Land Contact Office Visit

Auction Inspect Contact Office Visit

Saturday 31st July at 2pm Thursday 5.30-6.15pm & Saturday 2-2.45pm 5m x 40m (16’4 x 131’3) approx Jerry Aquino 0413 737 778 Steven Abbott 0407 324 240 1121 High Street, Armadale. Tel 9832 0500 jelliscraig.com.au

Saturday 24th July at 11am Thursday 12.45-1.15pm & Saturday from 10.30am Damien Davis 0409 961 264 Talia Tomaino 0409 131 474 1121 High Street, Armadale. Tel 9832 0500 jelliscraig.com.au

25 Elm Street - SURREY HILLS A stylish rendition of quality and class, this brand new townhouse enjoys impressive street presence crowning a quiet court near Wattle Park, cafes, tram and train. With no Body Corporate this is the hassle-free lifestyle you´ve always yearned! Sun-saturated open plan Living zone extends north to landscaped court-garden for ease of entertaining, 3 Bedrooms (BIR´s, downstairs main/WIR/ensuite), upper Teen Living with study area offers room to relax and retreat. With: Smeg/Stone Kitchen, bathroom, powder room, heating/cooling/security, secure parking and OSP.

Auction Inspect Land Contact Office Visit

Saturday 31st July at 11am Thursday 12-12.30pm & Saturday 11-11.30am 253 sq. metres (2,723 sq. ft) approx.

Daniel Bradd 0411 347 511 Richard Spratt 0412 493 189 244 Whitehorse Road, Balwyn. Tel 9831 2800 jelliscraig.com.au

7/4 Kireep Road - BALWYN

68 Corhampton Road - BALWYN NORTH

With the emphasis on an easy-care environment and wonderful privacy, this rear 2 storey 3 Bedroom/2 bathroom townhouse offers outstanding value in the coveted Balwyn High School zone near Balwyn Village, 109 tram and Beckett Park. Ample scope to re-style comprising spacious Living/Dining to secluded north court, Kitchen/Meals to lush courtyard, powder room, SLUG and carport.

Beautifully comfortable and immaculately presented, this modernized 3 Bedroom home handy to Balwyn High School, Macleay Park and Belmore Rd bus combines well-zoned Living areas and generous sunny gardens with exciting scope to further improve, redevelop or sub-divide with possible Uplands Road access at the rear (STCA).

Auction Saturday 7th August at 11am Inspect Thursday 11-11.30am & Saturday 12-12.30pm Land 16.4m x 42.5m (54’ x 140’) approx.

Contact William Chen 0438 383 336, Richard James 0408 751 189 Office 244 Whitehorse Road, Balwyn. Tel 9831 2800 Visit jelliscraig.com.au

Auction Inspect Contact Office Visit

Saturday 31st July at 1pm Thursday 11.15-11.45am & Saturday 1-1.30pm Daniel Bradd 0411 347 511, Robert Ding 0418 858 393 244 Whitehorse Road, Balwyn. Tel 9831 2800 jelliscraig.com.au

14 Kelvinside Street - BALWYN NORTH

9/107 Victoria Road - HAWTHORN EAST

Facing north in an elevated Balwyn High School zoned pocket near Koonung Creek Reserve, freeway and Greythorn Village, this lovely 3 Bedroom home enjoys a recently refreshed interior plus scope to improve/extend-up/redevelop (STCA). With huge Open Living to terrace, Study, sunny Kitchen/Meals and mature gardens, heating, double garage Auction Saturday 31st July at 1.30pm Inspect Thursday & Saturday 11.45am-12.15pm Land 15.2m x 41m (50’ x 135’) approx.

Contact Robert Ding 0418 858 393, Katherine Ding 0408 858 940 Office 244 Whitehorse Road, Balwyn. Tel 9831 2800 Visit jelliscraig.com.au

A well-tendered block amidst thoughtfully landscaped garden is the pleasing setting for this 1st floor 1 Bedroom apartment near Auburn Village and Camberwell Junction. A brilliant choice for investors/entry-level buyers, this sunny home features new carpets, Living (gas heater, balcony), modernized Kitchen/ Meals, bathroom/laundry fittings, Intercom Entry and carspace.

112 Eglinton Street - KEW

4/61 Princess Street - KEW

A dream opening on the corner of Disraeli St, this vacant land is enviably located opposite Eglinton Reserve affording a rare opportunity to build from scratch & capture parkland views. Enjoys 370 sq.m (approx) in 2 lots to build a stunning new residence or develop (STCA). Near High Street, private schools, trams & freeway.

The definitive statement of contemporary quality and style set quietly back in a superb Studley Park position, a Zenibaker Architects/owner renovation skillfully enhances the original strengths of this compelling 3 Bedroom, 2 bathroom townhouse. Enjoy stunning low-maintenance living with covered car space (via A´beckett St).

Auction Inspect Land Contact Office Visit

Saturday 24th July at 10am By appointment 12.2m x 30.4m (40’ x 100’) approx.

Julian Tonkin 0419 341 341, Scott Patterson 0417 581 074 244 Whitehorse Road, Balwyn. Tel 9831 2800 jelliscraig.com.au

Auction Inspect Contact Office Visit

Auction Inspect Contact Office Visit

Saturday 24th July at 10.30am Thursday 11.45am-12.15pm & Saturday from 10am Campbell Ward 0402 124 939, C/Agent Richard Kerr 0417 891 102 818 Glenferrie Road, Hawthorn. Tel 9810 5000 jelliscraig.com.au

Saturday 24th July at 12.30pm Thursday 2.30-3pm & 5.30-6pm, Saturday from 12noon Julian Tonkin 0419 341 341, Sam Macaluso 0416 028 835 244 Whitehorse Road, Balwyn. Tel 9831 2800 jelliscraig.com.au

8 Gilbert Street - MONT ALBERT

2/439 Belmore Road - MONT ALBERT NORTH

Substantial gardens envelop this charming, renovated 4 bedroom/2 bathroom home in a quiet cul-de-sac near Kingsley Gardens, Box Hill, transport and TAFE with spacious formal living, dining, and an open family living extending north to stylish deck and luxuriant gardens (cubby/playground) with 888sqm there´s room to extend if needed.

Auction Sunday 8th August at 12noon Inspect Thursday 12-12.30pm & Saturday 11.45am-12.15pm Land 888 sq metres (9,558 sq. ft) approx.

Contact Patrick Dennis 0409 321 159, Julian Tonkin 0419 341 341 Office 244 Whitehorse Road, Balwyn. Tel 9831 2800 Visit jelliscraig.com.au

The quality is clear, the comfort complete and the convenience beyond compare with this elegant 3 Bedroom, single-storey home on its own private allotment facing Manniche Ave, a short walk to Belmore Rd shopping. Includes Living room, Dining room, sunny family area, fully-appointed Kitchen, ducted heating, a/c, courtyard garden and auto garage.

1/1 Boland Street - RICHMOND

4/969 Riversdale Road - SURREY HILLS

Abundant contemporary comfort and an enviable lifestyle awaits with beautifully bright accommodation over two levels, while easy access to vibrant Bridge Road amenities enhances the attraction. Superb open living/dining and immaculate kitchen adjoin a courtyard, upstairs three bedrooms with BIR. The main bedroom has a stylish ensuite and balcony. Heating and LUG. Auction Saturday 7th August at 12noon Inspect Thursday 6.15-6.45pm & Saturday 12.45-1.15pm & Sunday 11.45am-12.15pm Contact Justine Harris 0407 332 618, Clayton Smith 0418 877 445 Office 369 Bridge Road, Richmond. Tel 9428 3333 Visit jelliscraig.com.au

The lovely sunny rear position of this single-level 2 Bedroom villa promises peace and privacy to complement an easy-care lifestyle near Wattle Park, city tram and Chadstone/Box Hill bus. A brilliant entry level, scale-down or investment option with scope to update an elegantly attired home featuring generous Living, Dining, spacious Kitchen, sunny courtyard and carport.

Auction Inspect Contact Office Visit

Auction Inspect Contact Office Visit

Saturday 24th July at 2pm Thursday 12.45-1.15pm & Saturday from 1.30pm Julian Tonkin 0419 341 341, Jenny Gillies 0419 008 512 244 Whitehorse Road, Balwyn. Tel 9831 2800 jelliscraig.com.au

Saturday 31st July at 11am Thursday 11.15-11.45am & Saturday 11-11.30am Julian Tonkin 0419 341 341, William Chen 0438 383 336 244 Whitehorse Road, Balwyn. Tel 9831 2800 jelliscraig.com.au

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66 Berry Street Clifton Hill

Classic Victorian Period row terrace retaining many of the unique decorative features of the boom time era, including tuck pointed Hawthorn brick work, iron fences, iron lace work, arched hallway & towering high ceilings throughout the home. Offered in clean order with fantastic potential for future renovations & extensions (STCA). Comprising two bedrooms, generous open plan living / dining rooms with a functional kitchen, leading to a laundry & bathroom. The rear of the home provides parking for two cars with scope to create a landscaped garden area.

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This Saturday at 11 am Thursday 12-12:30 pm & Saturday 10:30-11 am Nick Whyte 0417 131 153 & Bruce Bonnett 0418 333 042

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TOORak 1/25 Tintern avenue Luxurious single level living has been re-defined. Located on the fringe of Toorak Village & offering classical architecture, this brand new, ground floor garden residence is set in one of Melbourneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s finest boutique developments & is built to the highest standard offering quality that is second to none.

- 3 ensuited bedrooms (2 with WIR) - Stunning Calcutta/Miele appointed kitchen - Elegant open plan living & dining (OFP) - Custom study/den with built in joinery - Magnificent landscaped courtyard garden - Private lift, basement parking for 2 plus storage room.

Private Sale $2,950,000 Inspect

Thursday By appointment & Saturday 2.30-3pm

Contact

Marcus Chiminello 0411 411 271 Sean Cussell 0425 787 979 Nicole French 0417 571 505

Office

1111 High Street armadale 9822 9999

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SOUth yARRA 29 tivoli Road Stunning contemporary split-level town residence featuring designer style complemented by every conceivable modern luxury over four levels comprising living room, beautiful Italian travertine floors, informal living/dining and stateof-the art kitchen opening to atrium courtyard and rear deck. Upstairs powder room, three bedrooms (main/dressing/ ensuite), bathroom, laundry and covered upper deck. Also features generous cellar, security/intercom, brilliant storage, hydronic heating, split-system airconditioning, remote/3-car garage (ROW).

Auction

Saturday 7th August at 10.30am

Inspect

By Appointment Only

Contact

Andrew Wilkie 0408 441 151 James Redfern 0412 360 667 James tostevin 0417 003 333

Office

1111 high Street Armadale 9822 9999

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aRMaDaLE 4/1 Bell Street Luxurious brand new 31sq single-level Christopher Doyle designed boutique apartment delivers an exemplary lifestyle.

Beautiful parquetry flows through gallery to elegant formal sitting/dining room (gas fireplace), sublime Miele kitchen and generous living/dining opening to expansive northfacing terrace. Three stunning bedrooms with travertine en-suites and WIR/BIRs are complemented by fitted-study, laundry and powder-room. Features C-bus lighting/security, RC/air-conditioning, lift access, 3xbasement carparks, storeroom. Metres to Glenferrie Road and High Street shopping, cafes and restaurants.

Proudly developed by Eastrise Constructions.

www.lutetia.com.au Private Sale $3,195,000 Inspect

Thursday 12.45-1.15pm & Saturday 1.45-2.15pm

Contact

Marcus Chiminello 0411 411 271 Nicole French 0417 571 505

Office

1111 High Street armadale 9822 9999

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MaLVERn 4 Grace Street Breathtaking Edwardian residence represents contemporary designer style at its scintillating best. Wide Oak floors introduce sitting room and formal dining while polished concrete defines expansive living/dining and gourmet Miele kitchen opening to garden with solar-heated/self-cleaning pool and recreation room/double-garage. Main bedroom (en-suite/WIR) is complemented by three bedrooms, BIRs, bathroom and study/living. Features ducted heating/cooling/ vacuum, alarm, video-intercom, powder-room, auto-gates, surround-sound, water-tank. Land: 700sqm (approx). Proudly developed by Vogue Domain Living.

www.4gracestreet.com Auction

Saturday 24th July at 11.30am

Inspect

Thursday 2-2.30pm & Saturday from 11am

Contact

Marcus Chiminello 0411 411 271 nicole French 0417 571 505

Office

1111 High Street armadale 9822 9999

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MalveRn 1a lara Street Immaculately presented 1986 single-level contemporary residence provides exceptionally generous light-filled low maintenance living near Menzies Reserve. Impressive fireplace divides generous formal sitting and dining rooms while well-equipped kitchen, family living/dining and spacious home-theatre/recreation room open to private northwest landscaped garden. Main bedroom, en-suite/ WIR are complemented by two further bedrooms, study and bathroom. Features alarm, ducted heating/cooling, laundry, drip system, fernery, shed and double garage.

Auction

Saturday 7th august at 12.30pm

Inspect

Thursday & Saturday 12-12.30pm

Contact

Mark Williams 0425 819 144 adam Jack 0418 613 188

Office

1111 High Street armadale 9822 9999

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MaLvERn EasT 5 Knox street Totally captivating solid-brick family residence reveals impressive commitment to quality and designer style.

European oak flows through hallway to formal sitting/dining (gas fireplace), generous living/dining (OFP) with sublime Miele and marble kitchen opening to north-facing garden.

Downstairs main bedroom (en-suite/WIR) are complemented by study, three further bedrooms, computer room/study and bathroom. Features ducted-heating, air-conditioner, powder-room, laundry, double-garage, auto-gates, additional garage, recreation/gym.

Land: 608sqm/6,550sqft (approx).

Auction

saturday 7th august at 11.30am

Inspect

Thursday 1-1.30pm & saturday 3-3.30pm

Contact

Rae Tomlinson 0418 336 234 Heather Elder 0413 273 079

Office

1111 High street armadale 9822 9999

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MALvErn EASt 19 Paxton Street A spectacular sanctuary of style and seclusion, this outstanding Edwardian merges period elegance with contemporary enhancement architect designed for stunning indoor/outdoor living and entertaining. Lush north-facing garden and wonderful deck are framed by picture windows and bifold doors inviting seamless all-seasons enjoyment.

Includes three bedrooms (main with ensuite), concealed study, sitting (or 4th), brilliant living and dining, Miele kitchen, central bathroom, 2 x OSP. Walk to fine schools, comprehensive shopping and transport.

Auction

Saturday 7th August at 11.30am

Inspect

thursday & Saturday 12-12.30pm

Contact

John Morrisby 0411 875 476 John Manton 0411 444 930 Daniel Wheeler 0411 676 058

Office

1111 High Street Armadale 9822 9999

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MaLvERn EaSt 6-8 the Boulevard Striking contemporary residence delivers resort style indoor/outdoor family luxury overlooking the golf course.

Exceptionally spacious living/dining (gas fireplace) incorporating state-of-the-art kitchen opens to stunning west-facing garden, heated-pool, entertaining area with gas fireplace and BBQ kitchen. Lounge/dining features concealed office. Main bedroom (en-suite/WIR) are complemented by three further bedrooms (BIRs) and bathroom. Features wine room, ducted-heating/cooling, alarm, water-tanks, sprinklers, double-garage.

Auction

Saturday 7th august at 10.30am

Inspect

thursday & Saturday 1-1.30pm

Contact

Mark Williams 0425 819 144 adam Jack 0418 613 188

Office

1111 High Street armadale 9822 9999

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malvERn EaSt 1 Winton Road Captivating c1925 solid-brick residence superbly matches period elegance with an abundance of light-filled contemporary space near parkland. Wonderful period appeal is established through entrance hall, inviting sitting room (OFP), formal dining (OFP), study, four bedrooms (BIRs), upstairs living and two bright bathrooms. Gourmet European kitchen and light-filled living/dining open to private northfacing garden. Features ducted-heating, RC/air-conditioning, alarm, drip-system, storage/cellar, laundry, 3xOSP.

Auction

Saturday 7th august at 10.30am

Inspect

thursday 2-2.30pm & Saturday 3.30-4pm

Contact

madeline Kennedy 0411 873 913 Daniel Wheeler 0411 676 058

Office

1111 High Street armadale 9822 9999

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gLen iris 42 gardiner Parade From its attractive vantage point this light-filled four bedroom, four bathroom family home with architect designed extension overlooks parkland and bike paths providing visual confirmation of an enviable lifestyle setting.

Luxuriously large living and dining areas featuring northfacing terrace entertaining are complemented by separate family-room/meals and superb granite kitchen with walkin pantry beneath soaring cathedral ceilings. Upstairs and downstairs accommodation, spacious childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lounge/play room or huge fifth bedroom. Landscaped rear garden with pool, side drive to car-port. An instantly impressive family property. Land 970sqm approx.

Auction

saturday 7th August at 1.30pm

Inspect

Thursday 12-12.30pm & saturday 1.15-1.45pm

Contact

Anthony reis 0417 352 774 Andrew Wilkie 0408 441 151

Office

1111 High street Armadale 9822 9999

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gLEn IRIS 38 grandview Road Sublime 1930â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Spanish Mission-style residence impressively combines period elegance and exceptionally spacious modern comfort. Elegant sitting room (OFP), formal dining and main bedroom with BIR/marble en-suite/bathroom are accompanied by four further bedrooms, two bathrooms and spacious home-theatre/study. Fabulous Smeg kitchen and generous living/dining open to landscaped garden with solar/gas heated pool. Features hydronic-heating, RC/airconditioning, alarm, video-security, double-garage, dripsystem, auto-gates. Land: 826sqm (approx).

Auction

Saturday 31st July at 11.30am

Inspect

Thursday 12-12.30pm & Saturday 2.45-3.15pm

Contact

Duane Wolowiec 0418 567 581 Madeline Kennedy 0411 873 913

Office

1111 High Street Armadale 9822 9999

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AShBuRTOn 132 Ashburn Grove Stylish architect renovated 1950's solid-brick residence with north-south mod grass tennis court and in-ground pool delivers sensational family appeal. Streamlined ontemporary finishes define three double bedrooms (BIRs), stunning bathroom, stylish new Bosch kitchen, inviting dining room (OFP), light-filled living room, downstairs fourth bedroom/home-office and spacious family room opening to solar-heated pool, north-west garden and tennis court.

Idyllically situated abutting the Anniversary Trail, minutes to Ashburton Village, Alamein and East Malvern stations, Schools and Malvern Valley Golf Course. Features hydronicheating, alarm, laundry.

Auction

Saturday 31st July at 11.30am

Inspect

Thursday 11.45-12.15pm & Saturday 12.30-1pm

Contact

Kathy Malcolm 0416 279 966 hamish Tostevin 0408 004 766

Office

266 Auburn Road hawthorn 9822 9999

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In Kew’s heartland & at the gateway to the city, Peel Apartments consummately responds to the needs of today’s modern lifestyle. Contemporary urban design, this spectacular development presents an innovative solution to inner urban living. The articulated design utilising timber, render & aluminium has created stylish individually distinct residences. Conceived around a central leafy courtyard there are 2 BR apartments (one or two bathrooms), all single level & accessible by lift. Opposite parkland and close to Kew Junction’s renowned shopping & restaurant precinct, golf courses & freeway access.

www.peelapartments.com.au

2 Bedrooms from $495,000 Contact

Nicholas Franzmann 0412 247 175 Mark Dayman 0409 342 462

Office

266 Auburn Road Hawthorn 9822 9999

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CanTERBuRy 56 Highfield Road Delightful c1920â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s family residence near Maling Road enticingly combines period charm and stylish family spaces.

Timber floors flow through wide entrance hall, elegant formal sitting room (fireplace) to exceptionally spacious living and dining room with immaculate European kitchen opening to a deep northeast garden. Four double bedrooms (3BIRs) are complemented by two bright bathrooms.Features ducted heating, RC/air-conditioning and 3xOSP. Land: 741.72sqm (approx).

Auction

Saturday 7th august at 10.30am

Inspect

Thursday & Saturday 2.45-3.15pm

Contact

Daniel Wheeler 0411 676 058 Geordie Dixon 0418 588 399

Office

266 auburn Road Hawthorn 9822 9999

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CaMBeRWeLL 9 Crown avenue Immaculate two-storey contemporary residence boasting light-filled spacious family accommodation in quiet culde-sac close to Camberwell Junction, local shops, excellent schools, public transport and easy CityLink/CBD access.

Recently refurbished interior comprising hallway, formal sitting, separate dining, study, powder room, four bedrooms (main with WIR/ensuite), laundry, bathroom, north-facing kitchen/informal living/dining, deck and private garden.

Includes Bosch S/S stove, Miele dishwasher, ducted heating/ cooling, remote/double garage.

Auction

Saturday 7th august at 2.30pm

Inspect

Thursday 12.30-1pm & Saturday 12.15-12.45pm

Contact

Stuart evans 0402 067 710 Hamish Tostevin 0408 004 766

Office

266 auburn Road Hawthorn 9822 9999

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CAmBERwELL 53 Seymour Grove Immediately appealing c1919 solid-brick family residence in deep garden perfectly combines period charm and generous accommodation in a superb location. Leadlight windows distinguish hall/music room, sitting room and formal dining served by light-filled modern kitchen. Four bedrooms (3BIRs) and generous living are complemented by two bathrooms and self-contained fifth bedroom with bathroom. Features ducted-heating, 3xair-conditioners, laundry, drip-system, car-port, garage. Enjoy as is or take advantage of potential to renovate/extend/develop (STCA).

Land: 920sqm/9,900sqft (approx).

Auction

Saturday 31st July at 10.30am

Inspect

Thursday 1.15-1.45pm & Saturday 1-1.30pm

Contact

Stuart Evans 0402 067 710 madeline Kennedy 0411 873 913

Office

266 Auburn Road Hawthorn 9822 9999

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bAlwyn 6 Pelham Place An exclusive cul-de-sac provides an enticingly tranquil setting for this absolutely charming 1930â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s solid-brick residence. Immaculate light-filled elegance defines delightful sitting room with gas fireplace, well-equipped kitchen with home-office, inviting sunroom and exceptionally spacious living/dining opening to deep westfacing garden. Main bedroom with en-suite is accompanied by two bedrooms, study, bathroom and laundry. Features ducted-heating, alarm, watering-system, double-garage.

Auction

Saturday 7th August at 11.30am

Inspect

Thursday & Saturday 11-11.30am

Contact

nicholas Franzmann 0412 247 175 Mark Dayman 0409 342 462

Office

266 Auburn Road Hawthorn 9822 9999

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BalWyn nORth 2/5 ajana Street (Faces abassia Street) Built to exacting standards this impeccably maintained executive two-storey town residence offers a spacious and stylish contemporary living environment. Features four bedrooms (main/WIR/ensuite), powder room, laundry, retreat, study, formal living and dining, northwest facing granite/euro kitchen/living, sunny sandstone paved courtyard garden with plenty of space for outdoor entertaining. Includes City skyline views, low-maintenance gardens, alarm, ducted heating/cooling/vacuum, remote/ double garage+OSP.

Auction

Saturday 7th august at 12noon

Inspect

thursday 12.30-1pm & Saturday 10.30-11am

Contact

Joe Muinos 0423 222 043 James tostevin 0417 003 333

Office

266 auburn Road hawthorn 9822 9999

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mount maRtha 175 hopetoun avenue Brilliantly architect-designed residence on 2 ½ acres provides a sensational family domain capturing stunning views across Port Phillip Bay and city skyline. Inviting sitting room, expansive living, generous dining and gourmet Smeg kitchen open to north-facing decks. Sublime main bedroom with en-suite/WIR are complemented by meditation room, fitted-study, four further bedrooms, BIRs, three bathrooms, study/homework area and home-theatre. Features heating/ cooling, alarm, powder-room, double-garage, auto-gates, sprinklers, dam.

www.175hopetounave.com Private Sale Inspect

By appointment only

Contact

andrew Wilkie 0408 441 151 James Redfern 0412 360 667

Office

1111 high Street armadale 9822 9999

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Community Real Estate James Crowder 0407 813 377

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toorAk 18 Warra Street A diverse blend of appealing post Edwardian character, combined with a thoughtful extension and renovation.

Designed to meet the needs of those who love low maintenance space (321sqm approx), this 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom home is easily accessed through automated gates, double garage and secure entrance. Light filled spaces include formal and informal living and dining areas, open plan gourmet kitchen, and French doors open to a large courtyard plus double garage. Land 827sqm (approx).

Auction

Saturday 24th July at 12.30pm

Inspect

thursday 12.30-1pm & Saturday from 12noon

Contact

Jeanine Dwyer 0418 120 041 Matthew Wassylko 0412 793 544 Justin Long 0418 537 973

Office

1111 High Street Armadale 9822 9999

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toorAk 16a Canberra road Designed to catch lots of natural light, positioned to provide easy access to toorak village, this stylish three bedroom, two bathroom townhouse puts comfort, quality and convenience together in a superbly stylish package. Downstairs living/ dining areas each enjoy outlooks over a paved courtyard with palm trees around a plunge pool. An open-plan kitchen that caters with modern efficiency also appreciates the garden aspects. Inviting upstairs accommodation. Ducted heating and cooling. Single garage

Auction

Saturday 24th July at 1.30pm

Inspect

thursday 1.30-2pm & Saturday from 1pm

Contact

Matthew Wassylko 0412 793 544 Justin Long 0418 537 973

Office

1111 High Street Armadale 9822 9999

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toorak 1/755 Malvern road Elite level luxury defines this supremely sophisticated town residence, one of only five. Elegant living/dining areas and sublime marble, Miele and Gaggenau kitchen are surrounded by beautifully landscaped outdoor dimensions.

Huge upstairs main bedroom, readily reconfigured as two bedrooms, and light-filled second bedroom are served by superbly appointed bathrooms. Study or den complements downstairs domain featuring cellar storage, laundry and double garage. Foxtel and wireless broadband deliver reflect uncompromised quality amidst benchmark beauty.

Auction

Saturday 24th July at 10.30am

Inspect

thursday 11-11.30am & Saturday from 10am

Contact

Matthew Wassylko 0412 793 544 Justin Long 0418 537 973

Office

1111 High Street armadale 9822 9999

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toorak 14/48 Lansell road Immaculately presented first-floor residence exudes low maintenance luxury through every exceptionally well proportioned north-facing space. Gracious entry foyer flows through to very generous north-facing living/dining room opening to two terraces offering city views. Pristine kitchen includes casual dining. Beautiful main bedroom with study area, BIr/en-suite is accompanied by second bedroom with WIr/en-suite. Features ducted-heating, 2xrC/airconditioners, laundry, alarm, security intercom, 2xbasement carparks.

Auction

Saturday 31st July at 11.30am

Inspect

thursday & Saturday 11-11.30am

Contact

anthony reis 0417 352 774 James redfern 0412 360 667

Office

1111 High Street armadale 9822 9999

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malvERn EaSt 27 Belson Street Stately 1930â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s English-style residence idyllically situated in the Gascoigne Estate provides immediate family comfort with scope to easily update. Ornate ceilings distinguish sitting room (OFP), formal dining (OFP), main bedroom with en-suite/WIR, two further bedrooms, fitted-study and second bathroom. Bright modern kitchen and light-filled living/dining open to west-facing garden. Features ductedheating, ducted vacuum, RC/air-conditioning, alarm, laundry, double garage, auto-gates, irrigation, in-ground trampoline.

Auction

Saturday 24th July at 11.30am

Inspect

thursday 12-12.30pm & Saturday from 11am

Contact

Rae tomlinson 0418 336 234 Heather Elder 0413 273 079

Office

1111 High Street armadale 9822 9999

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kOOyOnG 98 Elizabeth Street Providing affordable entry to an elite, tightly held locale, this c1930â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s solid-brick residence superbly combines period charm with light-filled contemporary comfort. Western light streams through wide entrance, living room (fireplace), dining room, stunning contemporary European kitchen boasting stone benches, three generous bedrooms (BIRs), bright family/4th bedroom, bathroom and second toilet.

West-facing landscaped garden. Features ducted-heating, laundry, water tank, irrigation, off-street parking for two cars. land: 540sqm/5,812sqft (approx).

Auction

Saturday 7th august at 11.30am

Inspect

thursday & Saturday 11.30-12noon

Contact

James mcCormack 0410 503 389 Dean Gilbert 0418 994 939

Office

1111 High Street armadale 9822 9999

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gLEn IrIS 8 Prosper Parade A fine late 1940s solid brick residence featuring an elevated position & large allotment in the Summerhill Estate precinct comprising grand terrazzo entrance, living/dining room, three bedrooms, renovated period-style bathroom, stylish granite/American oak kitchen+meals, concealed laundry, powder room & informal living, north-west facing deck, landscaped garden, exterior retreat/home office. Architectâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s plans & engineering specifications for 3-storey extension available. Includes hydronic heating, storage sheds, dual driveway, ample OSP. Land: 1,000sqm/10,760sqft approx).

Auction

Saturday 7th August at 2.30pm

Quote

Over $1,000,000

Inspect

Thursday 2-2.30pm & Saturday 2.15-2.45pm

Contact

Joe Muinos 0423 222 043 James Tostevin 0417 003 333

Office

266 Auburn road Hawthorn 9822 9999

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ASHburTOn 40 Solway Street Savouring an unbelievable location adjoining gardiners Creek with sensational Malvern Valley golf Course and Anniversary Trail views, this superb home offers flexibility for all ages with huge bedroom, bathroom, home-office, study and family room to stylish terraces and expansive garden deck whilst upstairs includes 3 additional bedrooms, formal lounge(OFP) and kitchen/living areas feature country-serene views. With spa-bathroom, hydronic heating, cooling, alarm system, 4500 litre water tank and an abundance of storage throughout. Walk to Solway Primary School and train.

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Auction

Saturday 24th July at 11.30am

Inspect

Thursday 11-11.30am & Saturday from 11am

Contact

Cameron Edgoose 0438 064 212 Kathy Malcolm 0416 279 966

Office

266 Auburn road Hawthorn 9822 9999

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hawthORn 2 Violet Grove Instantly appealing double-fronted Victorian residence (c1890) close Glenferrie Road, prestige schools, shops/ restaurants/cafes/transport, Swinburne University. Offering warm & inviting family accommodation plus opportunity to modernise if desired. Comprising arched hallway, three bedrooms, study, formal sitting/dining rooms (two-way OFP), contemporary kitchen, two bathrooms, concealed laundry plus north-facing informal living/dining area overlookingdeck and private garden. Includes alarm, ducted heating, Bosch S/S appliances, R/C airconditioners.

Auction

Saturday 31st July at 10.30am

Inspect

wednesday 12.30-1pm & Saturday 12-12.30pm

Contact

Geordie Dixon 0418 588 399 James tostevin 0417 003 333

Office

266 auburn Road hawthorn 9822 9999

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hawthORn 39 Denham Street a long-held St James Park Estate landmark in one of the prestigious precinctâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best positions; this classic three bedroom 1920s residence with north-facing rear garden represents a rare lifestyle opportunity overlooking the park.

Presented in original condition displaying coveted character and potential, this comfortable bungalow is ready to shine again awaiting full renovation/extension, close to premier schools, transport, shops, cafes.

Auction

Saturday 24th July at 11.30am

Inspect

thursday 1-1.30pm & Saturday from 11am

Contact

Peter Mitchell 0418 374 556 Rebecca McLean 0411 115 896 antony woodley 0421 286 741

Office

266 auburn Road hawthorn 9822 9999

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CAmberwell 32 lockhart Street This charming family home is bursting with potential to renovate and extend out/up (STCA) and, is underpinned by its 1930s heritage and renowned family friendly location close to parks, shops, transport and excellent schools.

Comprises: sitting room (OFP), separate dining, three bedrooms, bathroom, central kitchen with informal living/ dining room and concealed laundry. Includes: art deco ceilings, leadlight windows, ducted heating, garage/storage and OSP.

Auction

Saturday 31st July at 1.30pm

Inspect

Thursday 11-11.30am & Saturday 1-1.30pm

Contact

Hamish Tostevin 0408 004 766 DĂŠsirĂŠe wakim 0412 336 266

Office

266 Auburn road Hawthorn 9822 9999

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CAmberwell 2/233 Highfield road Classically styled single level residence is perfectly placed at the rear offering deceptively spacious interior comprising formal sitting and adjacent dining room, timber kitchen with informal living/dining opens to covered deck and outdoor entertaining area in established gardens; powder room and laundry plus three bedrooms (bIrs, north-facing main/ensuite) and family bathroom. Includes security/ intercom, euro appliances, ducted heating/cooling/vacuum, remote/double garage, workshop.

Auction

Saturday 7th August at 3.30pm

Inspect

Thursday 1.15-1.45pm & Saturday 2.45-3.15pm

Contact

Joe muinos 0423 222 043 James Tostevin 0417 003 333

Office

266 Auburn road Hawthorn 9822 9999

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KEW 2 Vaughan Crescent Spacious Federation-style home offering a quiet, secure family-friendly location and low-maintenance landscaped surroundings situated close to the Eastern Freeway, Kew Junction, Yarra Bend parklands, transport. Comprises living/ dining room, three bedrooms (main/ensuite/WIR, BIRs), family bathroom (separate WC), plus laundry, north-facing granite/timber kitchen+dining/living, covered entertaining area with private garden providing ideal indoor/outdoor entertaining options. Includes alarm, ducted heating/cooling, remote/double garage (security gate).

Auction

Saturday 31st July at 11.30am

Inspect

Thursday 11.45-12.15pm & Saturday 1-1.30pm

Contact

Joe Muinos 0423 222 043 James Tostevin 0417 003 333

Office

266 Auburn Road Hawthorn 9822 9999

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PRAHRAn 1/29 Lewisham Road Impressively proportioned, meticulously finished contemporary town-residence brilliantly matches captivating style with a compelling lifestyle. Polished boards flow through exceptionally spacious open-plan living & dining area with stunning gourmet Bosch kitchen. Lovely established courtyard garden & paved entertaining area.

Upstairs, generous main bedroom with balcony, stylish en-suite/WIR is complemented by two additional double bedrooms (BIRs) & fully-tiled bathroom. Features ducted heating/cooling, alarm, huge laundry, powder-room, secure basement carpark, large storage room & security-intercom.

Auction

Saturday 31st July at 12.30pm

Inspect

Thursday 5.30-6pm & Saturday 12-12.30pm

Contact

Madeline Kennedy 0411 873 913 John Manton 0411 444 930

Office

1111 High Street Armadale 9822 9999

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sOutH yaRRa 2/12 Copelen street a choice location in the highly regarded “Copelen” garden development ensures optimum privacy, security and amenity in this luxurious 2 bedrm, 1st floor apartment in which spacious living areas enjoy an abundance of natural light and city skyline views.

Auction sat 24th July at 2.30pm Inspect Wednesday 1-1.30pm & saturday from 2pm Contact annie Clewlow 0431 234 234 Doug mclauchlan 0418 377 718 Dean Gilbert 0418 994 939

malvERn East 11 Deakin street Delightful timber Edwardian combines period charm, gracious proportions & immediate family comfort through elegant sitting (OFP), formal dining, spacious kitchen, living/dining, main bedroom (BIR/en-suite), 2 further bedrooms & bathroom. Features heating/cooling, 2 air-cons, laundry, garage, workshop, ducted-vacuum.

Office 1111 High street armadale

9822 9999

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CamBERWEll 10 Butler street

Auction sat 31st July at 2.30pm

BuRWOOD 5 nursery Way

Federation-style townhouse of 19.4sqs (approx), walking distance to the offerings of Camberwell Junction. Features: master bedroom downstairs (Ens), formal dining/sitting, kitchen with adjacent living and low maintenance courtyard and deck. upstairs: 2 double bedrooms (BIR’s) and bathroom. land: 333sqm (approx).

Contact Ross stryker 0401 318 772 Hamish tostevin 0408 004 766 Office 266 auburn Road Hawthorn

Instantly attractive, low-maintenance townhouse with ideal family appeal or excellent investment options. Generous interiors reveal formal and informal living and dining, wellequipped kitchen, study and 3 spacious bedrooms, main with WIRs/spa ensuite. Powder room, designer decking, double garage.

9822 9999 marshallwhite.com.au

Inspect thursday 11-11.30am & saturday from 10am Contact Rae tomlinson 0418 336 234 Heather Elder 0413 273 079 Office 1111 High street armadale

9822 9999

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Inspect thursday 2-2.30pm & saturday 10.45-11.15am

Auction sat 24th July at 10.30am

Auction sat 7th august at 10.30am Inspect thursday 12-12.30 & saturday 10-10.30am Contact nick Ptak 0413 370 442 mark Dayman 0409 342 462 Office 266 auburn Road Hawthorn

9822 9999 marshallwhite.com.au

Glen Iris 68 Bath Road

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This 50sq contemporary home is a shining example of design excellence by architect David Watson. Northern light floods across low maintenance outdoor entertaining areas to fill spectacular living & dining spaces featuring honed & filled limestone floors that ensure low-maintenance luxury is taken from concept to reality in the most spectacular style. A 2m fireplace creates an alluring ambience for a formal retreat o’looking the pool while a discreet study zone reflects the fact that function matches form thr’out this landmark property. Surround sound enhances every space, inside & out, & a Copat kitchen takes catering to new levels of sophistication.

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Auction • 4 bedrms, 3 serviced by a superb bathrm with hidden shower & WC • Mezzanine TV/children’s zone • Dynalight home automation • Duct vac, heat/air-con + solar HWS • 2500L water tank & dble car garage

Saturday 14th August at 2.30pm View Sat, Sun & Thurs 2-2.30pm Rohan Cleary 0438 025 481 Ray White Oakleigh 7-9 Atherton Road 9568 2000 raywhite.com

TOORAK Residence 2, 3 Martin Court Brilliantly positioned close to Toorak Village, this stylish contemporary brand new first floor apartment offers unsurpassed finishes, abundant natural light, huge open plan living/dining areas, stunning Calcutta/Gaggenau appointed kitchen with Subzero refrigerator and scullery/laundry. 2 spacious bedrooms (both with sleek ensuites and walk in robes), 3rd bedroom or large study, central bathroom, home theatre room/gym with ensuite, CBUS home automation, zoned heating and cooling, security and lift access to basement offering 3-4 car garaging.

Auction Saturday 7th August at 11.00am (Unless Sold Prior) View Wednesday & Saturday 1.00 - 1.45pm Call Michael Ebeling 0418 338 811 Mark Wridgway 0419 510 777 Office 10 Wallace Avenue, Toorak 9826 1000

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TOORAK 58 Washington Street Beautifully presented family home ideally located close to Toorak Village, Como Park, major schools and transport. This generously proportioned solid brick residence offers exceptional accommodation, sun filled rooms and scope to further improve or redevelop (STCA). Comprising: 4 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and study. Formal sitting and dining rooms, kitchen/casual meals and family room all opening to a stunning rear garden with pool. Features include gas ducted heating, cellar and off street parking for 4-5 cars. Land 18.47 x 46.21m 853m2 (60’6” x 151’6” 9,186sq ft) approximately.

Auction Saturday 31st July at 12.00pm (Unless Sold Prior) View Wednesday & Saturday 12.00 - 12.45pm Call Michael Ebeling 0418 338 811 Mark Wridgway 0419 510 777 Office 10 Wallace Avenue, Toorak 9826 1000

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AUCTION THIS SATURDAY

TOORAK 2/45A St Georges Road Most elegant 3 bedroom single level whole floor apartment recently designed and constructed to the highest and most exacting of international standards to provide vast flowing rooms and low maintenance, high security living. Entry, grand living/dining room opening via French doors to terrace, marble kitchen, and separate sitting room/library. Master suite with dressing room and bathroom opening to terrace and 2 further bedrooms with bathrooms. 3 basement car spaces, storeroom with direct lift access and situated in this premier location. An exclusive building with only 3 apartments.

Auction Saturday 24th July at 12.00pm (Unless Sold Prior) View Wednesday 1.00 - 1.30pm & Saturday from 11.30am Call Greg Herman 0411 473 307 Office 10 Wallace Avenue, Toorak 9826 1000 C/Agent Bennison Mackinnon 9864 5000 Carla Fetter 0423 738 644

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MALVERN EAST 6/100 Burke Road Last one in this hugely successful building of six brand new apartments that set a fresh benchmark for sophistication, elegance and style. Situated at the rear of the block on the first floor opposite Central Park close to Hedgeley Dene Gardens and local shops, this spectacular single level apartment features huge open-plan living spaces, study, and a generous terrace with panoramic views to the Dandenongâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Every luxury is provided with 2 Pac joinery, Corian bench-tops, Miele appliances, heating/cooling throughout, lift access, sizable storage room and basement garaging for 2 cars.

Private Sale View Wednesday & Saturday 1.00 - 1.45pm Call Mark Wridgway 0419 510 777 Mellisa Rigter 0433 247 784 Office 10 Wallace Avenue, Toorak 9826 1000

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AUCTION THIS SATURDAY

MALVERN EAST Penthouse, 100 Burke Road Occupying the entire top floor this brand new oversized Penthouse sets the benchmark for sophistication and style, opposite Central Park, close to Hedgeley Dene and village shops. Huge open plan living spaces flow onto enormous North West terrace overlooking Central Park, formal sitting with gas fire and up to 4 generous bedrooms. Spectacular master suite with WIR and fabulous ensuite, private terrace with magnificent views of the Dandenongs. Lift access to private foyer, Corian bench tops, Miele appliances, huge storage room and secure garaging for 3 cars.

Auction Saturday 24th July at 11.00am (Unless Sold Prior) View Wednesday 1.00 - 1.45pm & Saturday from 10.30am Call Mark Wridgway 0419 510 777 Mellisa Rigter 0433 247 784 Office 10 Wallace Avenue, Toorak 9826 1000

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SOUTH YARRA 5/4 Rockley Road Immaculately presented spacious light filled 2nd floor front apartment located in this private tree lined street with Rockley Gardens at your door step and the vibrant lifestyle of South Yarra. Features: Security entrance, generous living/dining room with sun filled balcony, kitchen with meals area, separate laundry, 3 excellent sized bedrooms (master with WIR) and main bathroom. Note: Remote double lock up garage with lock up workshop/storage room.

Auction View Call Office

Saturday 31st July at 11.00am (Unless Sold Prior) Thursday 12.00 - 12.30pm & Saturday 11.00 - 11.30am Sarah Case 0439 431 020 Michael Ebeling 0418 338 811 10 Wallace Avenue, Toorak 9826 1000 rtedgar.com.au

SOUTH MELBOURNE 367 Dorcas Street A stylish example of the modern terrace designed meticulously for modern living. Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms, powder room and two large, separate living areas, there is also a home office or third living space and double garage. The generous balcony enjoys superb City views and all a walk to South Melbourne Market, St Vincentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Gardens and City and St Kilda trams.

Auction Saturday 7th August at 11.30am View Wednesday & Saturday 11.30 - 12.00pm Call Nick Yannopoulos 0411 097 197 Simon Jones 0418 531 243 Office 133 Victoria Avenue, Albert Park 9699 7222 rtedgar.com.au

ROMSEY 47 Crooked Road Ochiltree Hill. Positioned for lifestyle perfection. A magnificent country residence of approx 50 squares superbly sited on 40 acres with amazing rural views. The home is of grand proportions and offers many outstanding features 2 living areas, kitchen which includes butler’s pantry, gas and slow combustion cooking, 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Entertaining and leisure is a focus with heated pool, spa and tennis court. Significant property improvements include stables, shedding, quality water with bore, tank and town water. This property epitomizes the allure of country living.

Private Sale View Wednesday & Saturday 11.30 - 12.00pm or By Appointment Call Beverley Higgs 0448 271 222 Tom May 0413 996 185 Office 124 High Street, Woodend 5427 1222 rtedgar.com.au

MT HOTHAM ‘Mink’ Snow Home This contemporary light filled alpine residence offers for sale a stunning four level, “282”m2 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom private snow home with a 8 person built in spa, lock up single garage, topped with a spacious penthouse level entertainment living area with north facing terrace and stunning views of the village and ski runs. On “freehold” title this rare designer alpine snow home is centrally located and only minutes to the ski runs, restaurants and village area. Features: quality fixtures and fittings, stone bench tops, feature glass splashbacks, heated private road and sold fully furnished.

Private Sale $2,250,000 View

By Appointment Call Christa Zirknitzer 0402 277 808 Office 50 Agnes Street East Melbourne rtalpine.com.au

TOORAK 3/97 Mathoura Road

SOUTH YARRA 11/39-41 Kensington Road

Only metres from Toorak Village, this 2 storey 1930’s style townhouse is in a block of only 5. Formal lounge with gas fire place, dining and modern kitchen with granite bench tops. 2 large bedrooms with built in robes, bathroom and laundry. Heating, open courtyard, car space and north facing position.

In one of South Yarra’s most desirable locations this renovated apartment is only moments to Toorak Road and Chapel Street, Como Park and Yarra River.

Dining, separate living opening to balcony with views, new kitchen, 2 large bedrooms and main bathroom. Security entry, hydronic heating and under cover parking.

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Saturday 7th August at 11.00am (Unless Sold Prior) Wednesday 12.00 - 12.30pm & Saturday 2.00 - 2.30pm Andrew Smith 0413 309 605 Jeremy Fox 0418 339 650 10 Wallace Avenue, Toorak 9826 1000 rtedgar.com.au

Saturday 7th August at 11.00am (Unless Sold Prior) Wednesday 12.00 - 12.30pm & Saturday 11.00 - 11.30am Karl Luff 0437 072 056 Warwick Anderson 0418 320 873 10 Wallace Avenue, Toorak 9826 1000 rtedgar.com.au

AUCTION AUCTIONTHIS THIS SATURDAY SATURDAY

SOUTH MELBOURNE 166 Bank Street TOORAK Built in 1856 as aStreet gentleman’s residence, this elegant bluestone terrace has been tastefully and meticulously renovated. Upstairs; 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and city Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx views. Downstairs, formal living/dining or home office, bright kitchen/family living, abundant storage and powder room. Rear courtyard leads to possible vehicle access.

Auction View Call Office

Saturday 24th July at 2.30pm Wednesday 6.00 - 6.30pm & Saturday from 2.00pm Robert Marden 0412 381 841 Gerald Betts 0418 371 855 133 Victoria Avenue, Albert Park 9699 7222 rtedgar.com.au

PORT MELBOURNE 35/85 Rouse Street Considered the jewel on the Port Melbourne foreshore, the HM@S Towers providea rchitectural excellence and resort-style living. This very large 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom Auction Saturday (Unless Sold Prior) residence, plus study, has sweeping bay views offering superb indoor/outdoor living View Wednesday & Saturday from a grand balcony. Including heated pool, gym, outdoor tennis courts & parking.

Call Agent Xxxxxx Auction Saturday Offi 31stce July at 101.30pm Wallace Avenue, Toorak 9826 1000 View Wednesday 5.00 - 5.30pm & Saturday 1.00 - 1.30pm Call Gerald Betts 0418 371 855 Nick Yannopoulos 0411 097 197 Office 133 Victoria Avenue, Albert Park 9699 7222 rtedgar.com.au rtedgar.com.au

SOUTH YARRA 23A Marne Street

MOUNT MACEDON 51 Pinchoff Lane

Town residence with superb timber work, marble bathrooms and stone kitchen.

Formal sitting room, dining, kitchen and living area (all opening to Northern garden), fitted study and bathroom. Master suite with dressing room and bathroom, two further bedrooms and bathroom, double garage with studio/guestâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s suite above.

With beautiful vistas of the valley below and towards Melbourne. 4 acres of terraced old English gardens. The 2 storey home has open living floor plan including 3 good size bedrooms, study & 2 living areas. There is an exceptional opportunity to secure a permanent home, weekender or to further develop the property to its full potential.

Private Sale View Wednesday & Saturday 12.00 - 12.30pm Call Greg Herman 0411 473 307 Jeremy Fox 0418 339 650 Office 10 Wallace Avenue, Toorak 9826 1000

Auction View Call Office

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MT BULLER Breathtaker Apartment 508 TOORAK Bright and light 3Street bedroom Corner Suite Apartment in Breathtaker All Suite Hotel.

This well maintained apartment has a fully self contained kitchen elegant bathrooms Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx and cosy bedroom. Sold with large storage cupboard, car parking spot outside the front door. The apartment can be rented through the hotel when not utilised.

Private Sale $550,000 View

By Inspection Call Annelies Zirknitzer 0422 773 895 Office 50 Agnes Street East Melbourne

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Saturday 31st July at 11.00am (Unless Sold Prior) Saturday 11.00 - 11.30am Rick Lander 0408 571 485 Beverley Higgs 0448 271 222 124 High Street, Woodend 5427 1222 rtedgar.com.au

SHOREHAM 42 Nelson Street Ready-made opportunity to build modern 4 bedroom beach residence with spectacular views of Phillip Island, Seal Rocks & Western Port. 867sqm (approx) Auction Saturday (Unless Sold Prior) corner site with approved plans and permits â&#x20AC;&#x201C; all you need to do is call the View Wednesday & Saturday builder! Includes towering oak and existing 1950s holiday home.

Call Agent Xxxxxx Auction Sunday 1st August at Wallace 12.00pmAvenue, Toorak 9826 1000 Offi ce 10 View Saturday & Sunday 12.00 - 12.30pm Call Michael Phoenix 0408 675 361 Office 43 Cook Street, Flinders 5989 0599 rtedgar.com.au rtedgar.com.au

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Breathtakingly beautiful, the outlook from this tightly held prime beachfront property gazes over Mornington township and harbour and across a vast expanse of the bay to the sparkling city skyline. Arguable Morningtonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s single best position, with sandy Mills beach at the foot of the property, this 1814m² (approx) allotment will inspire a luxurious new home, while Mornington golf course is also just a short walk away.

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By Appointment James Crowder 0407 813 377

“Pursuing perfection, it’s part of who I am.”

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Brownlow medal, Norm Smith medal, 6 Best and Fairest awards and 9 years as captain of one of the most successful teams in AFL. Yes, pursuing perfection is part of Nathan Buckley and, in what he drives, the outstanding Lexus RX 450h. At Lexus of Blackburn, the pursuit of perfection is what we do, and we’ve never been closer with this near perfect finance offer on the new RX range, the world’s most progressive luxury SUV’s. To find out more or to book your personal preview, contact Lexus of Blackburn on 9877 2788, or visit us online at lexusofblackburn.com.au. This offer is strictly limited and must end August 31, 2010. *4.9% comparison rate/APR available to approved Lexus Finance applicants for vehicles purchased July – August, delivered September 2010. Maximum term 48 months, conditions fees/charges apply, available to personal and bronze fleet customers. WARNING: Comparison rate based on 4 year secured fixed rate consumer loan of $20,000 and is true only for the example given and may not include all fees and charges. Different terms, fees or other loan amounts might result in a different comparison rate. LMCT 10093

146 Whitehorse Road, Blackburn (cnr. of Chapel Street). Ph 9877 2788