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hey say be careful what you wish for. As someone who’s never had much interest in playing sport, and even less ability, it’s hard for me to imagine spending a lifetime striving for Olympic gold. I can’t even begin to contemplate the thousands of hours in the gym, the years of pre-dawn starts, the countless missed social engagements and declined slices of cheesecake it takes to be an elite athlete. I cannot imagine what it must take to put your career on hold, your relationships on the back burner, in an all-consuming quest to be faster, better, stronger – to win Olympic gold. Now as a fresh crop of our athletic best set their sights on gold in Rio, I can’t help but wonder if it really is worth the effort. Does the end justify the means? That’s why we asked some of our favourite champions from past Games if winning gold really was all they thought it would be. Read what they had to say inside. Their answers may surprise you. ●
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hey’re a rarefied breed. Since the first modern Olympic Games in Athens in 1896, just 267 Australians have brought home a gold medal. For every one of them, this peak of sporting achievement was the culmination of years of sweat, sacrifice and determination – and afterwards, their lives would never be the same. Now as our best sportsmen and women count down the hours to Rio, four past winners reflect on life after gold. ● pwilmoth@theweeklyreview.com.au
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T’S with great affection that Libby Trickett reflects on winning gold. “The predominant impact that swimming had on my life was incredibly positive,” Libby says. “I feel incredibly privileged and also blessed that I’ve been able to do what I did for so long.” Libby won her first gold medal in Athens in 2004 as part of the 4 x 100metre freestyle relay. “It was amazing. Just going to an Olympics is an incredible achievement and such a wonderful thing to be a part of.” She went on to win gold again at Beijing in 2008 in the 100metre butterfly. Her Olympic medal tally sits at four gold, one silver and two bronze. Libby says winning gold didn’t change her. “You realise that you’re the same person. It’s a wonderful achievement and a dream come true but it’s not as though you get a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. I didn’t feel different. I didn’t feel like I had changed at all.” It was only in retirement, after the 2012 London Games, that Libby felt the impact of gold. “Since retiring I’ve realised that I will always be known as Libby Trickett the swimmer, which is an interesting thing especially when you’re trying to establish yourself as a different person in the real world,” she says. “And it can be hard for the ego at times. I was the best in the world at the age of 23. I’d reached the pinnacle of my sport, my craft. And then it’s – and this isn’t meant to be a negative thing – all downhill from there. I’m probably not going to be the best in the world at anything else.” After so many years devoted to swimming, adjusting to the day-to-day world was not easy. “I’ve retired and come into the real world and you have to learn everything from scratch.” Now 31, Libby lives in Brisbane and juggles caring for her 10-month-old daughter Poppy with working part-time in marketing at a technology company. She is also studying to become a personal trainer in the corporate world. She says that, like many athletes, she struggled transitioning to life after swimming but she’s not complaining. “Pretty much every opportunity that I get now is because of my swimming. I probably will be remembered until I’m on my deathbed as someone who once competed for Australia. I’m now at a point where I’m really proud of that, I can own it and I know that I’m a whole person, that there are other aspects to me, other than just my swimming career.” But there were also negatives in winning gold. “When I started my full-time job you worry that people have these expectations of you that you can’t live up to,” she says. “[That’s] purely generated from my ego and the expectations and pressures that I placed on myself. “There are moments where you think, ‘That was a lifetime ago’ and I’m such a different person. I was 23. I’m 31 now.” ●
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PETER WILMOTH ASKS past OLYMPIc champions HOW WINNING GOLD CHANGED THEIR LIVES
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OMETIMES Shane Gould says it would be easier if she didn’t have to do the Shane Gould recognition moment. “Sometimes it’s distracting because it’s another persona, like a mask or a character,” Shane says. “I usually have to steer the relationship back to the here and now. I might be doing a transaction with the teller in the bank and, ‘Oh it was amazing, your career, I really admire you’, and you think, ‘This is nice’, and then I have to steer it back saying, ‘Can you put that amount in there please’.” Shane was just 15 when she won five individual medals in the pool at the 1972 Munich Olympics: three gold, one silver and one bronze. That 15-year-old superstar is now 59 and her name is forever linked with those achievements. “People pay so much attention to the medal,” Shane says. “To me it’s the process that changed my life. In order to get a gold medal there’s a bunch of things you have to do to achieve that. I know that if it was a fourth place you probably wouldn’t be talking to me, but I would have gone through the same process to try and achieve a gold medal.” After 30 years living around Margaret River in WA, Shane moved to a small town on the east coast of Tasmania seven years ago. Her four children are grown up. She says winning gold has had positives and negatives. “There are difficulties but there are incredible opportunities to be had. I love it. I’ve got a really healthy ego. It’s an identity. I embrace that. “For me my positive was the athlete experience. I had no injuries, there was no abuse. I was respected among the squad, respected in the community, I had a sense of belonging to a sporting community. It gave me a strong identity, I learnt a lot about my body, I was given accolades and attention, which was good for my sense of self-worth. “The negative experience was that I get locked in the past. That was a snapshot in time; it’s as though one still image represents a person’s life. It precludes the narrative of me as a growing human being by locking me in the past, and that can be really frustrating.” Shane says that when people keep saying ‘you’re amazing’, you start to believe it. “And amazing in every aspect of your life, not just [sport]. It sets you apart and makes you feel really special but that can isolate you. And you’re expected to be not only a good swimmer but a good speaker, you’re supposed to enjoy meeting strangers, you’re supposed to have expertise in politics and make comments. These expectations are quite unrealistic. It’s like a role where you get attributed other capacities.” ●
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USSELL Mark’s children have “Olympic Day” coming up at school, and they would like to take to school the gold medal dad won in shooting at the Atlanta Olympics in 1996. The medals have been on display at the Gallery of Sport museum since 2000. Russell’s proudest moments are when his children realise what dad achieved. “This is probably where you understand the impact it has,” he says. Winning gold was a life-changer for Russell. “When I jumped off the plane [in Atlanta in 1996] I was a full-time professional real estate valuer and when I came home I was a full-time professional shooter. “I was offered a contract by Beretta [the biggest shotgun manufacturer in the world] on the night I won gold. I spoke to my father and said, ‘I can probably make more money shooting than I can valuing real estate’. [His contract with Beretta finishes at the end of this year].” Winning gold set Russell up financially. “I was blessed because there was a home Olympics coming up [in 2000] and there was a lot of money around for Olympic sport,” he says. “I got some very good endorsements from some very big companies like Telstra and Ansett. My father owned a big real estate company in Werribee. He always had a business brain. He said, ‘You’re earning far too much money, you need to start investing’.” Russell and two partners now own a couple of hotels in Melbourne and he helps with his wife’s shooting range business. “It doesn’t last forever, but the only way you can make it last is to invest it into something. The other people who won gold medals might have bought boats or cars. I bought real estate.” Russell had a non-romantic approach to winning gold, knowing it was just one aspect of his life. “It wears off really quickly. It’s great for a couple of weeks, the parades and all, but I did want to go back to my old life.” Russell, 52, won one Olympic gold and one silver before he retired after the 2014 Commonwealth Games. The one downside in winning gold, he says, is losing anonymity. “You’d be hard-pressed to say there have been negative things associated with it – unless it’s being recognised at the local Pizza Hut.” Russell says he never felt “defined” by gold. “I say this to school groups all the time – Olympic Games are great but it’s only sport. I’d like to think it hasn’t changed my outlook on life.” ●
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HEN Lauren Burns won gold in taekwondo at the Sydney Games in 2000, people told her it would change her life forever. “But I never really thought what that might mean,” she says. It didn’t take long to find out, and it was all good. The win supercharged her career speaking in schools and in the corporate world. Her bookings increased 100-fold. “I retired straight away, which meant I could speak anywhere, anytime,” says Lauren, 42. “I was running around the country. I reckon it took about five years until I slowed down and took a breath.” She wrote her autobiography (and a cookbook) and completed a health science degree. She also worked as a naturopath. She now juggles caring for two children, aged seven and five, with work on the speaking circuit. She says winning gold was all positive. “One of the most positive things that has ever happened to me; it opened up a whole new world. On a personal level it deepened my understanding of myself and the impact self-belief can have on your life. It also took me to places I wouldn’t have had the opportunity to go.” Life after the Olympics is a topic close to her heart.
She completed a four-year term on the Australian Olympic Committee’s Athletes’ Commission, where she was involved in developing an initiative that supports Olympians after retirement and through possible depression after a life in elite sport. Now she is undertaking a Masters at RMIT, looking at the impact of lifestyle on elite sporting performance. “Sometimes it doesn’t happen straight away,” she says of the impact of an athlete’s career ending. “There’s an awakening moment when you go, ‘I’m not Lauren Burns the taekwondo girl, I’m Lauren the mum, the student, whatever is in my life’. Taekwondo was such a huge part of my life for such a long time … sometimes your sport becomes very entrenched in your identity. Some athletes can feel defined by it. It can come a year after they retire or five or 10 years [later].” Lauren still enjoys the legacy of the medal. “I am still involved in talking about it, reflecting on it, being in contact with other Olympians. That’s still very much a part of my everyday life.” ●
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GRACE UNDER FIRE MYKE BARTLETT TALKS TO ACTOR & ACTIVIST SUSAN SARANDON
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ctor, activist, model, Academy Award winner, grandmother, sex symbol. Try encapsulating Susan Sarandon in a sentence and you’ll end up with something faintly incongruous. With a career spanning four decades, the 69-year-old continues to defy conventions. While many screen actresses struggle to find parts her side of 50, Susan’s CV remains as lively as ever, with appearances in no fewer than five films this year alone. On top of that, she has recently been appointed a L’Oreal ambassador and made a rather buxom appearance in a Marc Jacobs campaign. Try a Google search for “ageing gracefully”, chances are you’ll end up with her picture. Down the phone from her New York office, ahead of her visit to Melbourne next month, Susan confesses she doesn’t feel she has any advice on that front. “I don’t feel very graceful; I feel like I’m just stumbling around,” she says. “I think it’s very hard for women in this business, because you’re scrutinised so strongly and you’re on a screen that’s so huge. If you see yourself up there looking horrible and you’re trying to get work, I
understand the temptation to do something drastic.” We’re speaking in a week when the press have had knives out for Meg Ryan, with reports claiming she had been left “unrecognisable” following an alleged bout of plastic surgery. The stories highlighted Hollywood’s double standard towards older women – one that requires them to be forever beautiful but viciously derides their attempts to be so. “I’ve no problem with people nipping and tucking and doing whatever they want but when it changes your face, that terrifies me,” Susan says. “The reason I haven’t done a lot of this stuff is I’m terrified by what I’ve seen. It changes you to look like some manifestation of fear, an impersonation of yourself. You don’t want to erase all of your experience.” Susan credits her staying power with a willingness to embrace that experience and play unglamorous roles other women might have resisted. “I’ve always thought of myself as a character actor, so it hasn’t been a huge transition for me. But a lot of the women I started out with, and I’ve been on this trip
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since I was 20, have fallen away, for sure. There’s an amazing amount of ageism and sexism in the business. If you look at a script, there are a lot of places where women could play roles that just by habit and laziness and lack of imagination are cast as men.” Closer to home, Tina Arena and Noni Hazlehurst have recently called out the male-dominated entertainment industry for shutting out older women. This inequity is likely to be one of many hot topics raised during Susan’s Melbourne appearances as part of the La Dolce Italia festival, which celebrates Italian
Davis as highway robbers, has become something of a feminist classic. That it was never intended as such says a lot about ongoing inequality on the big screen. “When we made it, we were Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid except with trucks, you know? We didn’t realise how guarded that territory was by white, heterosexual men,’’ Susan says. “If you talk to Geena Davis, she’ll tell you not that much has changed. There haven’t been that many films like that. We thought there’d be so many because it was such a huge hit.”
“You don’t want to erase all of your experience” culture in Melbourne. In support of the Bully Zero Australia Foundation, Susan will grace an intimate lunch and evening session at the Regent Theatre, where she will engage the audience in frank and spontaneous discussion about films and pretty much anything else. “I usually prefer, no matter what the venue, to have a dialogue rather than speaking at people,” Susan says. “It gives me an opportunity to hear what people are thinking, what they’re curious about and what’s going on in worlds that I don’t travel in that often. That’s the nice thing about my job. I get to be exposed to so many different things and people and times that other people don’t get a chance to stumble into.” One film she will be talking about is the trailblazing Thelma and Louise, which this year celebrates its silver anniversary. The film, which stars Susan and Geena
Sticking with that theme, Susan’s next project will be another female double act. She’ll play Bette Davis to Jessica Lang’s Joan Crawford in Feud, an eight-part TV series about the rivalry between the two screen legends. While the show is looking backwards, Susan is keeping her gaze firmly on the present. “We’re asking the question, has the industry and its attitude to women changed that much? In the midst of it, you have these two women who could have taken on the world far more effectively had they teamed up rather then spending their time fighting each other.” ● mbartlett@theweeklyreview.com.au » An Evening With Susan Sarandon Regent Theatre, August 7, $165-$975 » ladolceitalia.com.au
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What’s the buzz? After she was parachuted in at the 11th hour to sing the lead for Sydney’s Omega Ensemble, The Daily Telegraph described Lee’s performance as “radiant”. It’s a word often used in her critical notices. Classical bible Limelight Magazine has called her voice “deliciously full-bodied”. In the beginning … Dubbed a “shrinking violet” by her family, 10-year-old Lee used to hide away in her bedroom and listen to classical music. “Which was strange, obviously,” she says. Sent to singing lessons to improve her confidence. She ended up winning a place at University High and went on to study singing at the Melbourne Conservatorium.
The big break … Lee won the prestigious Herald Sun Aria in 2010, a prize previously won by Dame Kiri Te Kanawa. Lee says it was a last-ditch attempt to break into the world of opera, after giving birth to her first son. Winning “it’s not opened the doors to overseas study and a steady career with companies across really about the country. success Where to now? While future gigs are currently under wraps, Lee will this month be performing Wagner’s rarely staged Tannhauser for Melbourne Opera.
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The best part about success? “It’s not really about success for me. The best feedback I get from an audience member or a professional is that they’ve been moved. I think, with singing, there’s so much you’re capable of because the voice is such an emotive instrument. That’s why I do it.” If I could do it all again … “The one thing I would do differently is be brave enough to put myself out there and call people. You need to be proactive.” ● MYKE BARTLETT mbartlett@theweeklyreview.com.au
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f debut filmmaker Taryn Brumfitt has anything to worry about, it is being hugged too much, judging by the advance screenings of Embrace. “She was just mobbed,” the publicist for the crowd-funded documentary marvelled after witnessing the audience’s enthusiasm for the Australian body image activist, writer and filmmaker. Typically Taryn waved away any well-meaning attempts at rescue – after all her superpower is connecting with people. Even if the name of the founder of Body Image Movement isn’t instantly familiar, chances are you’re one of 100 million people who have seen her on social media. In the three years since Taryn posted the “before” shot of herself as a calorie-obsessed size-6 bodybuilder next to an “after” shot of herself as a happy, healthy size 12, her whole life has undergone an even more dramatic overhaul. Last year the high school dropout found herself addressing the leadership team at Google HQ in California. “It was hilarious. I am, like, everyone here, you need to stop carrying on like a bunch of pork chops. They quite didn’t get that, of course, but to think I can stand there and own that space and say that without alienating people,” says the 38-year-old with a laugh. It’s not as if her goal of promoting healthy self-image is unique, but Taryn – or Taz as her old friends call her – doesn’t just talk the talk, she literally embodies it.
“learning to love my body felt like winning the golden ticket” The story of her transition from photographer to international public speaker and body image activist, with such celebrity supporters as Ashton Kutcher, Perez Hilton, Rosie O’Donnell, Zooey Deschanel and US talk show host and original Hairspray star Ricki Lake (who wrote the foreword for Taryn’s first book Embrace: My Story from Body Loather to Body Lover), began in late 2012. Deeply unhappy with her body after bearing three children, she had booked to have cosmetic surgery to fit the yummy mummy ideal when she began to think about the kind of message this would send her daughter Mikaela. She decided instead to effect her own transformation through intense bodybuilding training, only to discover that having the “perfect bikini body” was not a passport to happiness. After strutting the stage in her first bodybuilding competition, she realised she was heading to another extreme of body dysmorphia; that she needed to find balance and embrace her body rather than viewing it as an ornament. Achieving the perfect body, she concluded, required “too much sacrifice, too much time, too much obsession. And it’s just not worth it.”
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love their bodies, writes SARAH HARRIS “Learning to love my body felt like winning the golden ticket, that is the best way I can describe it,” Taryn says. “We need to change the currency of beauty and empower women to know that they can end the war that they are having with their bodies. Beauty is nothing you can actually see. It’s kindness, humility, compassion and all of those things.” Taryn, who grew up in suburban Adelaide, may seem an unlikely activist but she has always been a doer. “If something is not right, I want to make it right. If you can help, you help.” The loss of her brother Jason to a heroin overdose when she was in her early 20s has been another strong driver in trying to help women exorcise society-imposed demons. “I want women to experience life for all it is and worry less about the things that don’t matter. But women are being anchored down by how they feel about themselves.” Despite her relentless energy, there were times when Taryn’s ambitions for Body Image Movement seemed impossible as she travelled around the country speaking at local clubs to try to get the message out. “We sold the family car to fund it in the early days,” she says. “I remember rocking up to a photo shoot on my bike one day, it was bucketing with rain and someone asked, ‘Why are you riding a bike in this weather?’ and I’m like, ‘Oh, I just love to ride’. Of course, it was my choice to do these things, but it had a very big impact on a young family.” But it is not just her own family who had faith. After an impressive group of women, including Turia Pitt and Mia Freedman, agreed to feature in her debut documentary, a further 8909 people pledged a total $331,046 to Taryn’s Kickstarter campaign to make Embrace happen. “For me it would be a great crime if people saw the documentary and went, ‘Oh my god, it was amazing, I loved it, but that’s it’,” Taryn says. “We are trying to create a global movement and I am very serious about that.” She is already shaping up for battle with the Australian Classification Board after it slapped Embrace with an MA15+ rating because, within its 90 minutes, it includes 12 seconds of footage that shows vaginas, including some with “protruding labia”. “Getting the film into high schools is something we really want to roll out in 2017 and this [the rating] is going to be problematic for us,” Taryn says. “There is nothing harmful about seeing the diversity of what 50 per cent of the population has. Really, this is exactly the kind of body-shaming we have to fight against. The hypocrisy drives me nuts.” ● SARAH HARRIS sharris@theweeklyreview.com.au » Embrace opens in cinemas nationally on August 4. » Watch the trailer @ theweeklyreview.com.au » bodyimagemovement.com.au
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Ask the wine guy follow the old restaurant rule Ionalways of ordering the second-cheapest wine the wine list. Am I getting value for money?
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Bernard Schurr Les Courtilles Cotes Du Rhone Villages 2014 (Cotes Du Rhone) $27; 14.5% This 50/50 blend of shiraz and grenache is organic. Meaty aromas and flavours of dried herbs, cherries, plums and earth have a slightly sour, savoury edge. It’s silky smooth, savoury and has a terrific wash of sandy tannins that flow through the mouth and provide length. It’s effortless, pure and so easy to drink. ● Enjoy with \ Minute steak and chips
Santolin Pinot Noir 2014 (Yarra Valley) $45; 13% I tasted this and, quite impressed, duly wrote a note about its perfumed cherry, plum and strawberry characters, sappy grip and concentrated, elegant flavours. Forgotten for five days, I had a taste before tipping it out, to see if there was any life left. It had barely budged and was even better drinking – indicating the wine will benefit from a few years in the cellar. ● Enjoy with \ Seven vegetable tagine
Yering Station Village Chardonnay 2015 (Yarra Valley) $24; 13% You can rely on Yering Station chardonnay for value and quality. Add excitement, too, for this is no straightfoward chardonnay, with barrel fermentation adding a little funk and complexity. White nectarine, spice and citrus flavours burst with intensity. There’s a light structural grip, racy grapefruitflavoured acid and good length. ● Enjoy with \ Chicken kiev
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THE DECOR \ An eclectic assortment of art and retro furniture adorns a light-filled setting. Lounge on the vintage Chesterfield, mingle at the communal park bench or, quite literally, pull up a pew. There’s also ample street seating for sunnier days. THE CROWD D \ Frequented by the Albert Park Lake fitness set (who are distinguished by their gear), and others who quietly peruse the paper.
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THE HE FOOD \ Cubans and Reubens and eggs, oh my. The chalkboard menu offers toasted sandwiches, muesli, pies, soup, sweets and pastries.
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BRUNCH \ FRIENDS OF MINE. I like the outdoor area there – I can take my puppy Maximus with me for brunch. A DATE \ OTER. Great atmosphere and delicious food. And it’s French, so romantic! She’ll love it. A QUIET DINNER \ \ There’s such a warm, cosy feel about EPOCHA that just makes you want to sit there for hours, made better by tasty comforting food. TO SEE & BE SEEN \ SUPERNORMAL always has a
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SHOPPING FOR \ It’s such a basic thing, but there’s been a run on glass mixing bowls. I can’t find them anywhere! If you’re the one stockpiling every bowl in sight, spare a thought … I’m just about ready to start whisking my eggs in a shoe! ●
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f there’s one thing I love doing more than eating, it’s eating with my hands. Something about rolling up the sleeves and forgoing the fork makes the experience feel primal and more satisfying. Few cuisines lend themselves as perfectly to this penchant as Ethiopian food; saucy curries and multi-coloured lentils, mopped up with traditional yeasted flatbread called injera. It’s the injera in particular at The Abyssinian that sets this Kensington fixture apart: piled up like a podium upon which everything dances, fluffy and fine yet spongy enough to absorb even the richest of gravies without disintegrating in your fingers. Speaking of gravies, your best bet is to let the kitchen choose your table’s adventure with a platter of this and that. Just make sure they include the chicken – bright with turmeric – and the fish, coated in a deep red chilli sauce that belies a surprisingly gentle heat and delightful depth of flavour. What’s also delightful is the chargrilled eggplant entree. I loved the dish so much, I’m still regretting ordering only one serve. This is cheerful dining you’ll want to share with friends, the kind you’d be happy to get messy on the injera podium with. ● aliceinframes@theweeklyreview.com.au
READING \\ If you’ve ever been lucky enough to venture into the Alimentari shops in Fitzroy – “an Italian deli that grew”, according to the cover of Linda and Paul Jones’ new book of the same name – you can imagine the vibe. I love the bright, textural salads and that the recipes are organised into times of day when you feel like mangia-ing. ●
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great buzz and the food is simple and delicious. Or of course DI STASIO, a Melbourne institution that everyone knows and loves. A FANCY DINNER \ MINAMISHIMA really has the best sushi in Melbourne. It has a real New York feel. It’s special and classy.
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Prize, once described science as a satisfactory philosophy of ignorance. You work to understand things always on the basis that your understanding may be shown to be wrong tomorrow. And when it is, you’re delighted because you’ve learnt something. “The most valuable thing science can give to a society is not a load of facts, but the central idea that you can always be shown to be wrong.” It’s hard to think of a better ambassador for science. Brian’s relaxed, chatty style is far from the stereotype of a starchy academic in a lab coat. He used to be a pop star, after all. His live show aims to inspire a bit of scientific fervour at Jeff’s Shed. “I think the excitement in science is when the things you discover almost seem incomprehensible. You just can’t get your head around what the data is telling you. “This whole show is that, really. Can you believe this stuff? I can’t tell you what to make of it but I can tell you what we found out, which is ridiculous.” ● mbartlett@theweeklyreview.com.au
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a backlash against science. As one UK politician recently quipped, people seem tired of “experts”. Brian says this distrust fundamentally misses the point of science. “Richard Feynman, who won a Nobel
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AVENUE Q The world’s most wicked Muppets return to Melbourne this week for a strictly limited season. Brazenly trampling on your fond memories of Sesame Street, the musical sees college graduate Princeton move to New York looking for a job, love and all the rest. Sadly, the only flat he can afford is way out in the puppet neighbourhood of Avenue Q. Packed with brilliant and irreverent songs, on-the-nose jokes and, yes, completely nude puppets, this long-running Broadway hit is a trashy treasure. ■ Her Majesty’s Theatre, opens August 3. Cost: from $59, hmt.com.au/avenue-q
LAST NIGHT WHEN WE WERE YOUNG & TAPESTRY: THE GIG SONGS OF CAROLE KING It’s a good week for new spins on old classics. Roguish rocker Tim Rogers will be giving a stripped-back evening of torch songs, dwelling on heartbreak and unrequited love via the works of Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr, Billie Holiday, Amy Winehouse and others. A day later, Debra Byrne and Vika Bull will join forces to celebrate the 45th anniversary of Carole King’s Tapestry. Tapestry They will perform the album in full, alongside a selection of her hits. ■ Arts Centre Melbourne, August 4, $55 and August 5 & 6, $65-$75 artscentremelbourne.com.au
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JUMP FIRST, ASK LATER Parkour – or free running – has revolutionised the Hollywood chase sequence. James Bond,
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Jason Bourne and every Spandex superhero now employs its breakneck, acrobatic approach to swinging across rooftops. This family-friendly production, direct from the diverse Sydney suburb of Fairfield, shows how the discipline has also transformed the lives of disadvantaged youth. The parkour mindset doesn’t avoid obstacles so much as use them as a stepping stone. Here, big ideas are tackled through a blend of physical feats and contemporary dance. ■ Arts Centre Melbourne, August 2-6 $25-$30, artscentremelbourne.com.au
ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS Break out the Stolly Bollies, the terrible twosome are back. More than 20 years after Edina (Jennifer Saunders) and Patsy (Joanna Lumley) first staggered on to the small screen, they’ve finally gatecrashed the cinema. The world may have changed, but our fashionistas haven’t noticed. Eddie is still running her PR business into the ground and Pats remains pickled on cigs, vodka and Botox. A crisis involving Kate Moss sees them forced to go on the run and hijinks ensue, spiced with a celebrity cameo or three. ■ Opens August 4, rated M, 91 minutes. foxsearchlight.com/absolutelyfabulous ONLINE \ Read Myke’s review and watch the trailer
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From learning mentors to learning in China, from music to sport, the arts, leadership and inspiring people, see what makes Caulfield Grammar a special place of learning. We have a number of opportuni es for you to see learning in ac on during August. Please book online at www.caulfieldgs.vic.edu.au/book. Wheelers Hill Campus, 74-82 Jells Rd. Wheelers Hill | Malvern Campus, Willoby Ave. Glen Iris Caulfield Campus, 217 Glen Eira Rd. East St Kilda Discover more at www.caulfieldgs.vic.edu.au or call 9524 6300 Wheelers Hill | Malvern | Caulfield | Yarra Junc on | Nanjing China AUGUST 3, 2016 \ THE WEEKLY REVIEW 15
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dancehall smash featuring Major Lazer and vocals by Jamaican toaster Busy Signal. ■ August 4, from 9pm, Prince Bandroom, 29 Fitzroy Street, St Kilda. Tickets: $23.50-$28.60 plus booking fee (18+ event). Bookings: princebandroom.com.au
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LIONS & KIDS TRIVIA NIGHT Sandringham Lions Club and Kids Like Us Australia are joining forces in the name of trivia and fund-raising. All money raised will go to a bursary fund for Sandringham-based non-profit organisation Kids Like Us, which works to support disadvantaged young people who are disengaged from education. The night will include challenging trivia, live and silent auctions and much more. Enjoy drinks at bar prices and bring your own supper. There’s a prize for the best-decorated table in white, silver or black. ■ August 6, 7pm, Cheltenham Golf Club, Victor Road, Cheltenham. Bookings essential at trybooking.com/LYHL. Details: sandylionsclub@ gmail.com CRAFT MARKET CRAFT DROP-IN South Melbourne Market is getting super crafty this August. Pop by SO:ME Space with the whole family to brighten up your winter with free supervised hands-on creative crafting
for kids and adults. Activities include making hanging mobiles, painted ornaments, masks, beading and more. All materials are provided. In addition, the market will host four ticketed workshops on how to make wall hangings, basketry, collage and watercolour. ■ August 3-14 (workshops on August 6) SO:ME Space, South Melbourne Market, corner of Coventry and Cecil streets, South Melbourne, call 9209 6295 or visit southmelbournemarket.com.au MUSIC APE DRUMS Houston’s dancehall veteran Ape Drums returns to Australia off the back of the release of his Go Crazy EP. His distinctive and signature dancehall rhythms have garnered support from some of the world’s top DJs and musicians including Major Lazer, Skrillex, Dillon Francis and DJ Snake. His latest EP sees him team up with New Jersey’s Dougie F for the title track, while track two is a destructive
DESSERT DEGUSTATION If you’re a fan of MasterChef 2016 you’d know desserts are the specialty of Nicolette Stathopoulos, who was voted off the show in June. Join Nicolette for a special Pop Up Dessert Degustation on Sundays in August. Nicolette will indulge your sweet tooth with four courses of goodness at St Kilda’s Lona. This is for people of all ages. ■ August 7, 14 and 21, 6.30–11pm Lona, 64-66 Acland Street, St Kilda Cost: Four-course dessert degustation $80 (with matching alcohol $120). Bookings: trybooking.com and search for Nicolette ART
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VINCENT FOURNIER Parisian artist Vincent Fournier’s photographic exhibition Post Natural History shows the archives of an imagined future where science, technology and living organisms have intersected to create ultra-developed species. Vincent’s work is regularly exhibited in international galleries and held in collections such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art. This show is presented by the Perth Centre for Photography and the Alliance Francaise Melbourne. ■ August 10 – September 4. Eildon Gallery, Alliance Francaise Melbourne, 51 Grey Street, St Kilda. Cost: free. afmelbourne.com.au ● COMPLIED IED BY CLAIRE SLATTERY
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There are echoes of The Slap in the set-up of this new page-turner from one of Australia’s biggest-selling authors. A suburban barbecue proves life-changing for three couples, notably Clementine and Sam, whose marriage is already mired in a rough patch. Of course, Moriarty keeps the details under wraps for the first half of the book while tantalising us with glimpses and spiking each chapter with a cliffhanger ending. ● HEAR
WIN A DVD BOX SET Nina is back. To celebrate, we have five box sets of Offspring: Seasons 1 to 5 (rrp $109.95) to be won, thanks to Madman Entertainment. Go to theweeklyreview.com.au/competitions and leave a comment identifying the album reviewed in this week’s mag. Closes midnight Sunday, August 7.
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Let’s get the Florence + The Machine comparisons out of the way. Sydney’s Jessica Cerro (aka Montaigne) does have a similarly kooky, histrionic vocal style, delivering bold pop songs that charge on heart-first and headlong. But there’s no doubting the force of Jessica’s unique personality here, in lyrics that are fierce, honest and intimate. An ’80s synth pop vibe makes for a thrilling, attention-grabbing debut. ● ONLINE \ Hear Because I Love You
Wallander \ ABC August 7, 8.30pm abc.net.au
Kenneth Branagh gives a masterclass in minimalism. His Kurt is an uncommon police officer, deeply reserved and socially awkward, but Kenneth manages to convey a rich emotional life through a range of pauses, half-sentences and furrowed brows. This final series of three episodes starts in South Africa before returning to more familiar turf as Kurt is drawn into a decades-old conspiracy. ● WALLANDER \ BRANAGH
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Rock star Marianne (Tilda Swinton), rendered voiceless by a recent operation, is in hiding with her partner on the picturesque Sicilian island of Pantelleria. Into this tranquillity arrives her ex-lover Harry (Ralph Fiennes): record producer, extrovert and dedicated hedonist. Simmering sexual tension ensues. A Bigger Splash is a wicked, sumptuous delight. Tilda shimmers as the mute Marianne, but Ralph is on fire. ● MB A BIGGER SPLASH \ FIENNES & SWINTON
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“Where would you like to go? You get one question and I’ll give you three answers. I am the Tram Genie”
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For a sneaky takeaway? I love the fish and chips in Ripponlea. I’ve always had fish and chips on a Friday night given my [Roman Catholic] background. For a good read? I love the Avenue bookshop; that’s where I buy my books. They’ve got a very intelligent selection, a very eclectic range. They dig deep.
For time to yourself? A bike ride. I enjoy my own company. I have all these routes I’ve marked out over the years. For a head-turning new outfit? I do sales at Roger David, RM Williams boots and Levi’s jeans. I try to keep things pretty neutral, but I’m very fussy.
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For your weekend? I’m at Etihad Stadium watching the Bulldogs. I’m a member of the club. It’s quite social and it’s kind of a big deal for me.
I love Bayside
Hunters and Collectors frontman and Bayside local Mark Seymour is the voice of a new audiobook biography on the life of artist Brett Whiteley. Mark lived in Elwood for years, but now splits his time between his flat in Caulfield and his house at Mount Martha. He has just recorded an album with his band the Undertow. It is called Roll Back the Stone and will be released early next year.
For a big night out? I’ll see a show at Red Stitch Theatre – my daughter [Eva Seymour] is on stage there. I love theatre and always have.
For some serious pampering? Elwood Barber does a really good cheap cut. ● CLAIRE SLATTERY Brett Whiteley: Art, Life & The Other Thing is available at audible.com.au
Loco Coffee 436 Glen Huntly Road, Elsternwick. 9532 4455 ● Ripponlea Fish Supply 49 Glen Eira Road, Ripponlea. 9528 5625 ● Avenue Bookstore 434 Glen Huntly Road, Elsternwick. 9523 6405 Red Stitch Actors Theatre Rear 2 Chapel Street, St Kilda East. 9533 8083 ● Etihad Stadium 740 Bourke Street, Docklands ● Roger David Shop 2041 Southland Shopping Centre, Nepean Highway, Cheltenham. 9584 9592 ● Elwood Barber 60 Ormond Road, Elwood. 9531 9646
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IS IT BETTER BEING A PARENT OR A GRANDPARENT? I’ve got two kids and three grandkids. I like being a grandparent because you don’t have to do all the discipline stuff. You can just love them. ●
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I collect Arcoroc glassware from op shops because my mother used to. At the moment I’m looking for drinking glasses to go with two giant punch bowls I have. ●
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Red Petite 194 Bank Street, South Melbourne 9699 6969 A hidden gem off the main shopping strip, this cosy restaurant serves up a wide range of Thai specialties.
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The Bay Thai Cuisine & Bar 123 Beaconsfield Parade, Albert Park 9939 4375 Enjoy the authentic taste of Thailand in an iconic heritage building with waterfront views of Port Phillip Bay.
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Bamboo and Lily 94 Ormond Road, Elwood 9531 3382 Modern take on classic dishes in a stylish yet relaxed environment.
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The promise Habitots offers music and art classes for babies to 10-year-olds. Its philosophy is learning through play, by having new experiences, solving problems, gaining skills and, most importantly, having fun. Messy Play is an unstructured class that explores themes such as balls, Lego, space, pirates or construction, using painting, stamping, sticking, Play-Doh and sensory play. My little one is addicted to “drawing on paper”, so it’s time to take him to the next level.
The pay-off This is old-fashioned craft and serious fun. The kids are absorbed in creating and exploring, which results in some sweet keepsakes. Plus it’s social for the parents.
The reality The boy dons an art smock and our instructor tells us today’s theme is “Pasta Play”. There are play areas with different activities – we can make a dyed pasta collage, thread pasta necklaces, use Play-Doh and pasta and, the coolest, paint with a wet spaghetti brush! The boy is engaged immediately, dabbing red, yellow and green paint on the page. We meander through each area, painting with a spaghetti brush, finger-painting on a window, and stuff with glitter that makes me happy. We get to take the masterpieces home.
The bill It’s $20 for a 30-minute Messy Play session (for 1-to-2-year-olds).
The pain factor Things get pretty messy, obviously, so bring a change of clothes. Who should try it? Anyone with young kids.
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This is how childhood should be: innocent, simple, messy and awesome fun, so yes, we can’t wait for next time. ● 146 Bridport Street Albert Park 9686 1312 habitots.com.au
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Who’s behind the counter? Talk about keeping it in the family – the Dahan family, that is. Twenty-five years ago Sean Dahan and his mother Wilhelmina started a nursery. Ten years ago the business took over a former train station (now a light rail stop) and Sean’s twin brothers Scott and Brett took over the business. It has since expanded into homewares, managed by Scott’s wife Christine. Scott, who used to train guide dogs, says he has always had an eye for gardening. “While I was training dogs, I used to walk around admiring gardens and looking at garden design – I always had it in me,” he says. He says the Garden is part of the community. “People have known us for so long. I think they trust the quality of service and our knowledge,” he says. What’s in store? Luscious native, cottage garden and edible plants, including fruit trees, herbs and vegies. There are also indoor plants and homewares, including furniture from HK Living, and products from Chilewich, Redecker, The Balcony Garden and The Dharma Door.
Our pick Western Australia’s Hammered Leatherworks makes gorgeous braided leather hangers that can be used for shelves or pots to show off favourite plants. Single hanger shelf kit $98; flat-back planter $124; with wall tab $32 (plants not included).
Who’s buying? Residents of all ages from the City of Port Phillip, from Elwood to Port Melbourne. ● CLAIRE SLATTERY
Green thumbs: Scott and Christine Dahan at The Garden of Eden Nursery. (SCOTT McNAUGHTON)
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t’s no surprise that year 11 Mentone Grammar student Anna Mallows-Zejak would sync with a mentor like her dance and drama teacher Vanessa Moore. Both are obsessed by dance and musical theatre and work diligently on the annual productions staged by Mentone Grammar, Vanessa as choreographer and Anna as leading lady. Anna dreams of reaching Broadway and Vanessa is helping her improve her dance and theatrical techniques to help her realise those dreams. ● melissa.heagney@theweeklyreview.com.au
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started dance when I was three. My sister was always dancing, which inspired me and I wanted to do it as well. At my sister’s dance school, I was knocking on the door wanting to be in there dancing. This is when my mum realised: “I better get her into some dance classes, to stop her banging on the studio door” (laughs). I started out doing classical ballet, which I did for 10 years to develop my technique. Recently I’ve been doing more hip-hop, jazz, acrobatics, other genres and extending myself as a dancer. When I was in year 9, Ms Moore started at Mentone Grammar and broadened dance in the school and it has been amazing. Not only do I have a new choreographer to teach me, Ms Moore has also assisted me with technique and to develop as a performer in VCE dance. I did The Wizard of Oz in year 7 and I played Dorothy, which was a great role. I performed in the school’s dance production of Cats as Bombalurina. Then in year 9, we presented the musical Grease and I played Sandy. Ms Moore was there for me, helping and inspiring and helped me extend my artistry in dance. This year we’re doing Legally Blonde and I’m playing Elle Woods, which is going to be amazing. It’s so good to have Ms Moore here. If I’m ever concerned or unsure about anything, I know I can rely on her 100 per cent. She always has the best advice to give me and always inspires and encourages me. Last year I won four national titles with dance, which I’m really proud of. I train for dance about 12 hours a week, which includes Sundays with a contemporary dance company and Saturdays at the Victorian College of the Arts, studying musical theatre. I am also doing classes during the week. It’s full on, but I love it. Ms Moore understands because she’s danced her whole life as well. After Mentone, my main goal is to perform on Broadway. I’ve had this dream for as long as I can remember. It would be a great goal also to get into WAAPA (Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts) or do a bachelor of fine arts (musical theatre) at the Victorian College of the Arts. ●
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his is my third year at Mentone Grammar. This year I’ve taken on a new role, I’m deputy head of Greenways, which is our year 9 campus, because I love working with kids. I’m working on growing dance at the school. Our new creativity centre is going to be fantastic; it will have a stage for our productions. I’ve always had a passion for dance. I started dancing when I was about 3½. I went through my school life always dancing. I did every musical the school offered. From there I auditioned for the University of Ballarat (Federation University Australia) to study theatre. I decided to do my masters’ of education at Deakin because I realised that my passion, as well as dance and drama, was being able to impart that knowledge to students and share in their success. I also wanted the opportunity to create my own works. Mentone Grammar allows me to do this with our dance evenings, Stagecraft classes and I create a range of dances for years 5-12 and we do productions. I’ve watched Anna grow in the past three years. At the start she was a very proficient dancer but she still needed to work on some technical things. Now having Anna in VCE, we’ve been working on her ability to emote to an audience and share a story, which is very difficult for a dancer. In VCE dance, we have to express a story and try to get that across. Now, after three years, we have these facial expressions where we know what each other means. Just being able to share in her success has been wonderful. Mentone Grammar competed this year at the Crown International Dance and DanceSport Championships for the first time and Anna came first in the lyrical dance section and second in jazz. Now we’re starting to look at what Anna’s going to do in the future and performing is really in that pathway. ● » Mentone Grammar’s new creativity centre, with a 450-seat theatre and visual/performing arts and technology learning spaces, opens in 2017. Legally Blonde is on at the Drum Theatre, corner Lonsdale and Walker streets, Dandenong, August 25-27. AUGUST 3, 2016 \ THE WEEKLY REVIEW 23
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ne of the things that most impressed me O about Hyundai’s luxury car, the Genesis, was the balance achieved between ride and handling.
here are two Elantra models: the base Active, at T $24,694 in manual or $27,071 in auto, and the Elite, just shy of $30k. If you can manage it, go for the
Elite; the interior is noticeably nicer with richer, more tactile surfaces and an ambience that says quality. For all of that, the Active has everything you need. It surprised me that there is no navigation option. Hyundai instead asks you to plug in your iPhone and use its mapping, with the map and directions coming up on the in-built centre screen. This is fine only as long as you have phone range. Otherwise this is a terrific car. The seating is comfortable and supportive, and it’s easy to find the right driving position. But I didn’t like the forward posture of the head restraints, which can’t be tilted back. The dash layout is simple and clear and I liked the generous leg room up front. It’s still pretty good in the back too, but headroom will be an issue here with taller passengers. ●
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S H E R Y L’ S V E R D I C T I loved this car. ● (ISTOCK)
But then a Genesis costs $65k. The surprise is that Hyundai has achieved that same balancing act with the far more price-friendly Elantra. It corners fast and flat without skipping, it’s predictable and solid. And it’s not just the ride/ handling equation, it has beautifully weighted steering and a nicely taut chassis. When you feel like taking it gently you’ll note the interior is quiet and the fuel economy is pretty good, despite a willing motor and a well-matched six-speed auto that changes down when it should, rather than when it will use the least amount of fuel. It’s brisk away from the lights and it overtakes swiftly. Among all the sedans between $20k and $30k, this provides about the best driving experience you’ll find, along with heaps of practicality. ●
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businesswoman and keen fisherwoman lives alone which, she says, fosters self-nurturing. “I hibernate in winter, with lots of beautiful food, early nights and quiet time.” Come summertime, it’s a very different story – this is Pearls’ busiest time. Madame Brussels has a large outdoor terrace and a “rather fancy upper terrace”, so summer amps up into a haze of cocktails, chicken sandwiches and champagne. Pearls doesn’t believe in doing things by halves. For the bar’s 10th anniversary, she kicked off the festivities on the stairs of Parliament House with a brass band and flash mob. “Well, why wouldn’t you?” she says. ● HILARY McNEVIN hmcnevin@theweeklyreview.com.au
BIKE Her name is Giant Jan and she was a gift from my mum. She is pastel green, has no gears and I ride her along the beach and to the village to shop. She takes me everywhere around here.
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elcome to the beach shack,” Miss Pearls calls from down the hallway. The co-owner of CBD cocktail bar Madame Brussels, which celebrated its 10th birthday this year, lives in a cosy bayside cottage that houses her extensive wardrobe and exudes welcoming style. This is where she nurtures herself. Pearls (aka The Madame) is a force of nature who balances running one of Melbourne’s most popular bars with maintaining a home sanctuary to come back to. High ceilings, wooden floorboards, a cosseted courtyard and artworks that range from the classic to the cheeky create a comfortable, contemporary mood. Pearls has lived in her current abode “on and off for 20 years”. The sommelier, former actor,
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MY F AV O U R I T E DRESS Vintage Chanel, I just love it. I bought it in Melbourne and I love how it’s heavy and sits on the body. I love clothes and I have many, and shoes and handbags. I have to have two bedrooms for my clothes. Being the Madame of Madame Brussels, I tend to dress up a lot. It’s always cocktail hour.
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TEAPOT F R E N C H C H A M PA G N E RIDDLING R ACK This was a gift from a dear friend. He knew I was looking for a riddling rack (pivotal to the process of making champagne), found it and bought it for me. I believe every girl needs to display her love of champagne. It’s from France. Mine is mainly filled with Taittinger.
PEARLS I have pearls from all over the world. My nickname “Pearls” comes from a Cockney saying, “what a pearler”. It is also my birthstone. I have pearls from my grandmother, mother and from many ex-boyfriends and – don’t tell anyone – but I love rubies.
I was in France with friends and we drove through Limoges. I told them to stop the car and said, “I need a teapot!” We had a look. I was looking for four hours. They’re very expensive teapots. I had to go and have lunch to think about it and I bought it afterwards. It makes the best tea. After I bought it, I travelled with it for another four weeks!
CHASSEUR POT My friend, chef Martin Boetz, bought it for me for my birthday many years ago. I have used it for all my love dishes. Soups, casseroles, roast chickens … It’s perfect for one-pot wonder dishes with all the essential ingredients to keep you healthy. AUGUST 3, 2016 \ THE WEEKLY REVIEW 25
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CAPITOL GR AND Address \ Corner of Toorak Road & Chapel Street, South Yarra Developer \ LK Property Group Building & interior design \ Bates Smart Number of apartments \ 396 (60% sold) POOL WITH A VIEW
Sales office \ 228 Toorak Road, South Yarra. Open 10am-6pm weekdays, 10am-4pm weekends Sales \ Christian Numa 0434 303 246 Capitol Grand is an award winner, taking out the Asia-Pacific Property Awards 2016-17 for best residential high-rise development and best retail development in Australia.
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f beauty is a promise of happiness, as articulated by philosopher Alain de Botton in The Architecture of Happiness, then the future occupants of South Yarra’s six-star Capitol Grand have decades of pleasure ahead. The $800-million project will undoubtedly feature some of Melbourne’s most stunning and emblematic architecture in its twin sculpted towers and elevated gardens. But the beauty in this case goes far further than skin deep – Capitol Grand’s architects have also captured the essential ingredients for a happier, less stressful life: views, abundant natural light, a garden sanctuary, convenience, connectivity and diversity. Capitol Grand is in one of Melbourne’s most prominent and privileged locations – at the crossroads of Toorak Road and Chapel Street, four kilometres from the CBD. At 180 metres, the taller LK Tower will be the highest building in South Yarra and the tallest landmark building outside the CBD. It will have spectacular vistas across Melbourne, taking in the Yarra River, Albert Park Lake, Port Phillip Bay, the Royal Botanic Gardens, the city and the Dandenong Ranges. Capitol Grand’s design, by internationally renowned architects Bates Smart, begins with a three-level luxury retail arcade where high-end global brands sit alongside international trendsetters and include a world-class restaurant. Two sculptural towers rising above house a sophisticated collection of residences. Set back from Toorak Road, two intertwining elliptical forms rise up and taper as LK Tower soars towards its breathtaking summit. Below, the balcony-wrapped 50-storey Capitol Grand Tower showcases sculpted curves. Bates Smart director Kristen Whittle is a multi-award-winning architect and urban designer previously based in London
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and Switzerland, where his work included projects at the Tate Modern art museum and the Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance. He says Capitol Grand is a one-of-a-kind building and a precious opportunity for people looking for a more connected, convenient and less stressful lifestyle. “What is exciting about this project is the amount of diversity within one development. It will provide significant opportunity for people from different parts of the community to buy into it. Apartments start from $600,000, with access to amenities
including the 24-hour concierge service,” he says. “There’s a very beautiful roof garden surrounded by rich and resplendent amenity – pool, gym, dining and lounge areas – that spill out into the garden. The garden is the epicentre of Capitol Grand and many apartments will have garden outlooks and some will have direct access.” The LK Tower balconies expand as the building steps back to form terraces that are essentially gardens in the sky. On level 33, apartments of 140 and 137 square metres have 122-square-metre garden terraces. “The garden, with wide-ranging amenities and hospitality and retail below, will make living at Capitol Grand extremely convenient and relaxing,” Kristen says. “It takes care of all of your needs in one go.” He says there are a lot of slender-line shallow apartment layouts, allowing more natural light and outlooks than traditional layouts. These slender-line units have expansive terraces of up to 60 square metres, comparable to their internal living area. To further extend light and views and add flexibility, many apartments have retractable sliding doors between bedrooms and living areas. Bates Smart has given Capitol Grand multi-tiered social spaces, from the protected, private space of apartments to intimate spaces where residents can spend time with friends and family and larger-scale spaces where they can connect to the Capitol Grand community. “This diversity of social spaces meets our intrinsic needs as human beings – it will feel natural and promote a happier way of life,” Kristen says. “We have added hotel-style services and conveniences, so not only will residents feel connected but they can also feel cared-for and free from mundane chores.” ● LIZ McLACHLAN lmclachlan@theweeklyreview.com.au AUGUST 3, 2016 \ THE WEEKLY REVIEW 27
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n an increasingly material world, fabrics are everything. As window treatments, on the sofa or floor, soft furnishings turn harsh spaces into comfort zones. Alex & Elle feature textiles, handmade from designs by independent Scandinavian artists, in cushions, panels and art, as a way to not only add colour and texture but also “to improve the ambience because all soft furnishings help with sound absorption”. ●
Alex & Elle give us their top tips for working with fabrics:
W A L L A R T \ Stretch fabrics onto canvases to make your own unique wall art.
C U S H I O N C O V E R S \ Give your couch a facelift by replacing old cushion covers with new ones. L A M P S H A D E S \ Individualise your lighting with a unique lampshade made from your favourite fabric.
C U R T A I N S \ Make your bedroom a peaceful escape by adding sheer curtains.
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Alex & Elle Bjornbarsblomma wall art. Linen/cotten blend fabric designed by Swedish textile designer Asa Ericsson; this and other designs available in wall art (pictured) from $595; wall art with acoustic insulation from $695; acoustic panel $1090. Cushions from $115.
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TA B L E On the Move side table by Strand + Hvass for Cane-line, $576, from Huset
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Fast facts \ Townhouse by Martin Friedrich Architects; cul-de-sac location; light-filled living area opens to Jack Merlo-designed courtyard and pool; marble kitchen with Miele appliances; three en-suited bedrooms, each with balcony; lounge/spare bedroom; study; four-car basement garage; basement gym; home cinema; 500-bottle wine cabinet; European oak floors; double-glazing; video intercom; walking distance to beach, schools, shops and station Brighton \ 11 kilometres from the city
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uggenheim Museum, New York; penguin pool, London Zoo; luxury townhouse, Brighton. What could possibly connect them? The white swirl of a spiral staircase, of course. Inspired by the renowned museum’s sweeping ramp and the new penguin water slide, architect Martin Friedrich created a dramatic staircase as the showstopper at this cul-de-sac house. “It’s a beautiful central focus of the house and integral to the design … like an artwork,” he says. The stairwell’s cylindrical shaft creates sculptural interest on all three levels. In the basement garage, it separates the four-car parking area from the home cinema, powder room and wine display cabinet; in the ground-level foyer its curved balustrade contrasts dramatically against dark oak floors; and above the first-floor landing, natural light spills down from a circular skylight. Seen from the street, its shape bulges from the side wall of the contemporary build and is echoed in the solid front fence’s curve. Friedrich and his young family lived at the property for a year, and the vendors downsized here two years ago from a sprawling Victorian-era local landmark. Agent John Clarkson says the townhouse suits a broad range of up-scaling and downsizing buyers – empty-nesters, professional couples and families – who don’t fancy apartment life yet don’t want the time-consuming obligations of a large property. “Lifestyles have changed and people are time-poor. They want low-maintenance, contemporary living; they want all the amenities but don’t want to spend their entire weekend working in the garden,” he says. “While this house is large, it’s a compact block and designed to within an inch of its life.” The open-plan living area is quintessential contemporary luxury: a smooth flow from kitchen to the dining table, to the sitting area, then out past huge sliding doors to the bluestone-paved courtyard, a Jack Merlo design. An enticing tiled pool hugs the north corner of the house, reflecting light inside through floor-to-ceiling double-glazing. The kitchen has Miele cooking appliances, integrated Liebherr fridges and freezers, bar, mirror splashback and walk-in pantry. The polished Pietra Grigio marble in the four-metre-long island bench/breakfast bar is repeated in bathroom and powder room vanities and a ledge that runs the length of the living area and incorporates a gas fire. Back towards the front of the house, there’s a lounge room (or spare bedroom) off the foyer with a glass sliding door to a secluded pocket garden. Walking back around the curve of the stairs, you pass the laundry (with built-in ironing board and TV) and a powder room to arrive at a private fitted study, also with the front garden aspect. Three bedrooms fill the top level, each with an en suite, built-in or walk-in wardrobe and small balcony. From the main bedroom, at the end of the skylit gallery-like hall, there are sunset views over rooftops through white architectural fins that deflect summer heat. The en suite’s lighting, mirrors and free-standing tub lend a little glamour. There’s also provision for a lift; Friedrich estimates it could cost $75,000. The staircase, however, would still be the star. ● JACQUI HAMMERTON property@theweeklyreview.com
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Hocking Stuart \ 9521 9800 Price \ $1.2 million – $1.3 million Auction \ August 6 at 12.30pm Every inch of this house is flawlessly presented, including the garage. Underneath its fashionable finishes, the single-level house is solid and practical. A formal lounge, living room and open-plan kitchen and dining areas provide ample living space for the three-bedroom configuration. Social spaces have polished floorboards, while bedrooms get thick carpet. The main bedroom has built-in wardrobes and a box bay window. Other bedrooms have built-in wardrobes. The bathroom has dado walls, a timber vanity with twin basins, and a shower over the bath. Timber benchtops and charming cabinetry create individuality in the kitchen, which has stainless-steel appliances. Through glass doors in the dining area, the backyard adds a terrace and lawn. The pristine garage doubles as an outdoor room for entertaining. The location – a stroll from Hampton Station, shops and the beach – is the icing on the cake. ● KAY KEIGHERY
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ALBERT PARK \ 9 BOY O D STREET OY
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Greg Hocking Holdsworth \ 8644 5500 Price \ About $3 million Auction \ August 6 at 11.30am Kwandwe, the name on the facade of this double-fronted Victorian house, means “place of the blue crane”; it’s the name of a reserve in South Africa loved by the vendors. The central hallway has parquetry floors, a decorative arch and pendant lamps hanging from ceiling roses. The formal lounge and dining room are to the left, with double doors between them. Both have bookshelves and original fireplaces. There’s a leadlight window in the dining room. The two spacious bedrooms are across the hall. The main has built-in wardrobes and an en suite. The living room at the rear has a glorious lantern ceiling with automatic blinds high above its parquetry floor. Recalling the property’s given name, the kitchen cabinets are made from South African mahogany. The kitchen also has wall-mounted Bosch ovens, a five-burner stovetop and Miele dishwasher. It’s not quite the South African veldt, but the courtyard garden, with its ferns, ivy-clad walls and established trees, is nonetheless beautiful. There’s a one-car garage. ● STEPHEN A. RUSSELL
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BEAUMARIS \ 2 BURGESS STREET
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PROPERTY ID » 2012939310
It’s rare to come across a block this size in sunny Beaumaris. Less than 100 metres from the beach and Ricketts Point Marine Sanctuary, this house is on a lavish 2295 square metres. Built in the 1970s, the house is a time capsule of its era. Owned by one family since
new, it is on the crest of a hill with glorious ocean views. A long driveway weaves through a garden with towering trees and low box hedges to a double carport. The raised entry leads to communal spaces on one side and a bedroom wing on the other. High ceilings, generous proportions, gorgeous timberwork and excellent zoning are defining
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3193
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themes of the house. To the left of the entry is a grand living room with a vaulted ceiling, open fireplace and wet bar. Floor-to-ceiling windows and glass doors introduce loads of light and offer a seamless flow to a substantial terrace, which leads down to the pool. Up a couple of steps are the formal dining room, large kitchen and meals area and
Price \ About $3.25 million
the family room. On the other side of the house are four large bedrooms with built-in wardrobes. They share a central bathroom and separate toilet. The luxurious parents’ domain takes up the whole upper floor. It has a study and en suite, and bedroom with a balcony and dressing room. ● FRANCESCA CARTER
Expressions of interest \ Close August 18 at 5pm
AGENTS’ CHO I CE POSTCODE
3186
G23/209 Bay Street, Brighton 2
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15 Lambert Road, Caulfield North 5
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7 Chavasse Street, Brighton 3
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3193
2/472 Beach Road, Beaumaris 4
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Agent: Ben Vieth 0404 084 793 ................................................................. Price: POA ................................................................. Auction: Saturday August 13 at 10.30am ................................................................. OFI: Wed 2.15-2.45pm .................................................................
Agent: Gary Peer Real Estate 9526 1999 ................................................................. Price: $2.4 million + ................................................................. Auction: Sunday August 7 at 2:30pm ................................................................. OFI: Sat 1.30-2pm; Sun from 2pm .................................................................
Agent: Jason Gill 0411 801 831 ................................................................. Price: POA ................................................................. Auction: Saturday August 13 at 11.30am ................................................................. OFI: Wed & Sat 11-11.30am .................................................................
Agent: Bert Geraerts 0418 514 090 ................................................................. Price: $2.3 million + ................................................................. EOI ................................................................. OFI: By appointment .................................................................
Stunning ground-level apartment is set to the rear and flooded with northerly light. Relaxed and elegant living wraps an expansive courtyard.
This illustrious residence reveals a no-expense approach to luxury, with wonderfully expansive indoor-outdoor family living and entertaining zones.
In walled gardens at this secluded address, this impeccable home stars a Miele kitchen, garden-view living opening to north-facing paving and decking.
This spectacular, brand new, fourbedroom, four-bathroom apartment delivers unsurpassed luxury on an exceptional scale, with 331sqm of living.
Let's eat lunch @ The Deck, 212 Bay Street Let's eat dinner @ Il Caminetto, 284 Bay Street Let's drink coffee @ The Little Ox, 452 New Street
Let's eat lunch @ Las Chicas, 203 Carlisle Street Let's eat dinner @ Ilona Staller, 282 Carlisle Street Let's drink coffee @ Frank and Ginger, 101 Orrong Crescent
Let's eat lunch @ The Pantry, 1 Church Street Let's eat dinner @ Botticelli, 40a Church Street Let's drink coffee @ White Rabbit, 118 Church Street
Let's eat lunch @ Six Keys Restaurant, 6 Keys Street Let's eat dinner @ La Cucina, 8-10 North Concourse Let's drink coffee @ The Parlor Milk Bar, 40 Weatherall Road
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BRIGHTON \ 32 MIDDLE CRESCENT Shane Warne might have passed his No. 23 shirt to Michael Clarke in 2004, but the number remains enshrined on the bottom of the swimming pool of this Victorian mansion, where the Warnes lived from 2007-9. The number is larger than life, but then so is everything else at this c1880 house, which Warne and then-wife Simone renovated and expanded over its 3014 square metres. The mansion, Melville, has four commanding water features – at the front, in a garden on the left, smack bang in the middle and at the rear, where there are also two cauldrons that shoot flames to welcome special guests who might come in via Melville Lane. The proportions are grand throughout Melville, from the magnificent triple roses in its cavernous tiled hallway, brilliant leadlight and black marble fireplaces to the ultra-modern extension. In the vast family zone by the pool, the Calacatta island bench can seat 10, the butler’s pantry is larger and better equipped than most kitchens, and there is a heated outdoor kitchen. On it goes … a games room with nine-seat cinema, a gym with fireplace, guest bedroom with en suite and walk-in wardrobe, kids’ retreat with dramatic skylights plus en suites for each bedroom. The main bedroom has a pool view, en suite and a wardrobe you could live in. All this grandeur is a short walk to the beach and minutes from top schools. ● HARBANT GILL
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3186
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Harcourts Brighton \ 9596 8188
8 Stanley Street, Black Rock 3
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PROPERTY ID » 2012780471
Price \ $15 million – $16 million
11 Minnie Street, Sandringham 3
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3186
Private sale
46 Head Street, Brighton 4
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15 Bromby Street, South Yarra 4
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Agent: Christian Hegarty 0409 449 948 ................................................................. Price: POA ................................................................. Auction: Saturday August 6 at 12.30pm ................................................................. OFI: Wed 1-1.30pm; Sat noon-12.30pm .................................................................
Agent: Jenny Dwyer 0418 528 988 ................................................................. Price: $950,000 - $1.05 million ................................................................. Auction: Saturday August 20 at 11.30am ................................................................. OFI: Wed 11.30-noon; Sat 10-10.30am .................................................................
Agent: Julian Augustini 0418 558 408 ................................................................. Price: POA ................................................................. Auction: Saturday August 13 at noon ................................................................. OFI: As advertised .................................................................
Agent: Mark McKenzie 0457 727 552 ................................................................. Price: $4 million + ................................................................. Auction: Saturday August 20 at noon ................................................................. OFI: Wed noon-12.30pm; Sat noon-12.30pm .................................................................
Sleek street-presence with up to four bedrooms, formal lounge, soaring casual zone, Miele kitchen, zoned climatecontrol, intercom, alarm and gas fire.
Filled with period detail, this inviting Californian bungalow has two lovely living zones (open fireplace), a provincial-style kitchen, private deck and paved driveway.
Almost opposite Elsternwick Park, this solid-brick period beauty offers four bedrooms and a study nook, lounge, dining, family zone and pool on 636sqm.
This distinguished house on a large corner site of 460sqm (approx) is located in the Domain precinct, South Yarra's premier location.
Let's eat lunch @ Cafeteria, 36 Bluff Road Let's eat dinner @ Rumah Aneka, 604 Balcombe Road Let's drink coffee @ Uncle Bart, 607 Balcombe Road
Let's eat lunch @ Otto's, 50 Station Street Let's eat dinner @ Hobsons, 19-21 Melrose Street Let's drink coffee @ Elefant Cafe, 73 Station Street
Let's eat lunch @ Bensons on Martin, 146-148 Martin Street Let's eat dinner @ Sons of Mary, 14 Spink Street Let's drink coffee @ The Little Ox, 452 New Street
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2 Burgess Street Beaumaris
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Bentleigh 11 Wilson Street
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Breathtaking French Provincial Home with 5 Star Flair
Auction Saturday 20 August - 1.30pm
A vision of rare flair & remarkable quality! This 4BR, 4BTH 4 zone French provincial combines fine design & five-star luxuries feat European oak floors, stone benchtops & Italian tiled bathrooms (dual van master suite). Starring an elite Siemens kitchen, this climate controlled home sees walls of full height double glazed windows wrap the solar heated pool & decked al fresco area, a theatre room & home office/4thBR. Close to shops, schools & Allnutt pk.
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Bentleigh 9563 9933
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Black Rock 357 Beach Road
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Visionary Design & Unrivalled Views!
Auction Saturday 27 August - 3.30pm
Visionary design meets one of the bay’s best views in this 4 bedroom & study, 3.5 bathroom architect-design from awardwinning Stonehaven Homes. Features bay-view living on 2 levels plus a 3rd north-facing indoor-outdoor zone, a marble & Miele kitchen, feature-tiled bathrooms & a 2nd "al fresco kitchen" with Smeg BBQ bench, this is Stonehaven heaven with every luxury including lift & thru auto-garage... & views from Quiet Corner to Arthurs Seat!
Price
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Inspect
Saturday 11.45 - 12.15pm
Office
Sandringham 9598 8222
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Brighton 1 Laburnum Court
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Acclaimed Architect Martin Friedrich Master-Class!
Auction Saturday 6 August - 12.30pm
Exhilarating Martin Friedrich designed residence in exclusive cul-de-sac. Featuring living zone with marble kitchen (Miele/ Liebherr appliances) & retractable doors to Jack Merlo garden & lap pool. Stunning staircase to 3BRs - each with balcony, WIR & en suite. Including study, luxe laundry, powder room, sitting room & provisions for a lift. Huge basement boasting theatre, cellar, gym, turn-table & storage. Video entry & zoned heating/cooling are among many luxuries. The ultimate in upscale living.
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Wednesday 5.00 - 5.30pm Saturday 12.00 - 12.30pm
Office
Brighton 9592 8000
Contact John Clarkson 0408 153 045 Stefan Whiting 0411 473 153
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Hampton 30 Bolton Avenue
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Sprawling 2193sqm Estate in "Golden Triangle" Location
Auction Saturday 20 August - 11.30am
Rare & exciting 4-BR family home on 2193sqm (approx.) in Brighton Beach´s prized "Golden Triangle". Cutting edge in its heyday, this architect-designed 1970s residence features multiple living spaces, fabulous kitchen, home office + games room. Upstairs master boasts dressing room & allencompassing sea views. Including hydronic slab heating, 2 bathrooms, laundry, double garage & tennis court. Broad north-facing frontage (24m approx.) - lap up the inherent style, subdivide or rebuild (STCA).
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Wednesday 12.00 - 12.30pm
Office
Brighton 9592 8000
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Contact Andrew Campbell 0419 366 545 Sonja Sendin 0406 811 040
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Black Rock 8 Stanley Street
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Imposing Presence & Immense Space
Auction Saturday 6 August - 12.30pm
Adaptable & immense with a formal lounge facing a westerly courtyard, a vast casual zone soaring to more than 3ms & a 1st-flr/4th bedrm, this breath-taking home stars a masterdomain with spa-ensuite & bay-glimpse, decking beyond tall bi-folds & double auto-garaging. Sleekly styled with a Miele kitchen, stone b’tops & polished-porcelain floors, there’s zoned climate control, an alarm, vacuum & audio-wiring to Bose speakers & multiple screens. A walk to the Village, a jog to the bay, this is towering Hilltop living!
Price
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Wednesday 1.00 - 1.30pm
2+
Saturday 12.00 - 12.30pm Office
Louise Herterich 0499 149 848
Brighton 3/22 Burrows Street
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Single Level Sensation in a Garden Setting
Auction Saturday 13 August - 10.30am
Single level living on generous land between Church Street & iconic Brighton beach. Nestled at the rear of a group of only 3 this fully renovated, 3-BR villa residence stands out with spacious indoor/outdoor living and extra large front & rear gardens. Graced with home-like proportions featuring light filled, OP lounge & dining plus 2 decked entertaining areas. Brand new Miele kitchen & designer bathroom with in-floor heating, master with WIR & courtyard access. Central heating, reverse cycle A/C, oak flooring, auto blinds & double carport.
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Wednesday 11.00 - 11.30am
Office
Brighton 9592 8000
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Sandringham 9598 8222
Contact Christian Hegarty 0409 449 948
www.8.stanleystreetblackrock.com
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Contact Halli Moore 0403 777 661 John Clarkson 0408 153 045
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Brighton 1A Mair Street
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Add Value in a Brilliant Locale with a View!
Auction Saturday 6 August - 10.30am
Lapping up sunsets & breezes in a parkland cul-de-sac, this 583sqm approx. block with 16.76m frontage is the perfect site for your dream home or development (STCA). Enjoy the comfortable 3BR, 2 bathroom home while you plan or benefit from a rental return. Or, update & polish to your taste, possibly with a first floor addition to maximise the views (STCA). Overlooking Brighton Beach Oval, moments to the beach and station and surrounded by first-class schools submerge yourself in beachside Brighton.
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Office
Brighton 9592 8000
Contact Lisa Comben 0408 560 842 David Hart 0417 541 933
www.1a.mairstreetbrighton.com
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Brighton East 3 Carrington Grove
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Substantial Potential in a Prized Cul-de-Sac
Auction Saturday 13 August - 11.30am
Hidden in a leafy cul-de-sac, this substantial 5 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home with carport extends from a solid-brick base to offer gracious lounge & dining, spacious family & al fresco zones & a 1st-flr kids’ lounge. Grandly proportioned with all the space you could need & all the upgrade potential you could ever want, there’s equal potential to polish a bit, makeover a lot... or capitalise on this approx 6890sqft/ 640sqm site with something new!
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Wednesday 5.00 - 5.30pm
Office
Brighton 9592 8000
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Contact Angelo Nikitas 0412 161 877 Halli Moore 0403 777 661
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Hampton 84 Thomas Street
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Fabulous Family Home in the Heart of Hampton
Auction Saturday 6 August - 12.30pm
Up to 5-BR family home featuring sun-filled lounge, dining room, Euro kitchen & large family room overlooking tropical back garden. Four upstairs bedrooms, including luxe master (WIR/en suite) + ground floor 5th BR/study. A bright retreat, family bathroom, powder room & large laundry wrap up the accommodation. With ducted heating, evaporative cooling, gas fireplace, deck, split system heating/cooling & double auto garage. Near schools, parks, shops & transport in an ever popular Bayside location.
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Office
Sandringham 9598 8222
Contact Halli Moore 0403 777 661 Lisa Comben 0408 560 842
www.84.thomasstreethampton.com
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Highett 27 Haynes Street
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Refashioned, Refurbished & Ready to Go!
Auction Saturday 13 August - 11.30am
This gorgeous light-filled 4-BR residence on approx. 7738sqft/ 718sqm has been exquisitely renovated, resulting in a stylish fmily home. Featuring large family room, sundrenched dining area & kitchen with quality appliances + luxuriously thick stone benches. A tranquil master with WIR & designer ensuite, 3 additional bedrms with BIRs, bathrm with sumptuous bath & large laundry with rear access complete the accommodation. R/C heating/cooling, powder rm, spotted gum floors, study nook, solar power & deck.
Price
$1,250,000 - $1,350,000
Inspect
Wednesday 11.30 - 12.00pm
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Saturday 10.30 - 11.00am Office
Hampton East 9555 0622
Contact Richard Slade 0419 588 873 Diana Cox 0413 622 447
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Ormond 82 Hall Street
5
Unrivalled Entertainer in the McKinnon Zones Best Location!
Auction Saturday 27 August - 1.30pm
Setting the standard for high end, high tech living within a highly sought McKinnon zone location, this 5BR, 5BTH, 5 living zone home places 3BR´s upstairs (ensuites & WIR´s) & living on both levels incl. home theatre, open plan loungedining around a streamlined Miele kitchen (butler´s pantry). Then find your piece of paradise in the family backyard feat. spotted gum decking for the alfresco (BBQ) a Bali hut for the solar heated pool & an outdoor living retreat. Close to schools, parks & shops.
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Office
Bentleigh 9563 9933
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Contact Chris Hassall 0412 898 990 Sam Maley 0433 971 116
www.82.hallstreetormond.com
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Sandringham 5 King Street
4
Prestige in a Prized Location
Auction Saturday 27 August - 11.30am
Think just outside the Square for prestige living with a surprising city view! Facing north with window-walled formal & family zones & a soaring al fresco area beside an auto-clean pool, 3rd living /4th bedroom & sep-entry home-office, this builder’s own home goes above & beyond with sunset/city view master-suite, stone & Euro app kitchen, alarm, cooling, fans, intercom & tank, hydronic heating, 2 fireplaces, Bose speakers & a boat space thru the double auto-garage..all just outside Queens Square - a walk to Village, station & bay!
Price
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Inspect
Saturday 1.15 - 1.45pm
Office
Sandringham 9598 8222
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Contact Romana Altman 0414 804 270 Rebecca Beacall 0421 664 027
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Sandringham 91 Sandringham Road
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Impeccable Style, Immaculate Gardens
Auction Saturday 20 August - 11.30am
Facing the sun on a leafy, quiet corner, this 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom home is graced with fine formal rooms, northerly family & al fresco zones, "secret" kids’ lounge & a treetop master domain. Starring an Ilve & granite kitchen & designer bathrooms, the home is set in a lush lawn-free Eckersley landscape with tiled auto-clean pool, tanks & auto-gates. A walk to the Village, station, schools & bay, this is a lifetime opportunity in the leafiest of lifestyle locations.
Price
$1,860,000 - $2,000,000
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Wednesday 12.00 - 12.30pm
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Modernist Magic in the Treetops Stepping up above double garaging & family-rm to spectacular bay-view living-dining, this 3 bedrm, 2 bathrm home showcases Swinging ’60s style with a massive stone fireplace, a classic kitchen with Euro apps, 2-way bathroom & designer ensuite. Indulge a passion for iconic design...or create a new architectural icon! www.442.balcomberoadbeaumaris.com 44 The weekly review \ AUGUST 3, 2016
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Sandringham 9598 8222
Contact Peter Hickey 0412 569 480
www.91.sandringhamroadsandringham.com
Beaumaris 442 Balcombe Road
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Patrick Liston 0424 484 703
Brighton East 24 Milliara Grove
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Auction Saturday 20 August - 2.30pm
60s Style & Modern-Day Chic!
Auction Saturday 13 August - 2.30pm
Price
$960,000 - $1,050,000
Inspect
Wednesday 11.45 - 12.15pm
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Wednesday 11.45 - 12.15pm
Exquisitely renovated home in a quiet no-thru road, featuring sundrenched lounge, dining & gourmet kitchen + tranquil sitting room with outlooks to front garden. Bedrooms feature BIRs & the master is serviced by a luxe en suite with the remaining bedrooms sharing an opulent bathroom. Ducted heating, split system cooling & double carport.
Office
Brighton 9592 8000
Saturday 12.30 - 1.00pm Office
Sandringham 9598 8222
Contact Romana Altman 0414 804 270 Adam Saunders 0405 456 255
www.24.milliaragrovebrightoneast.com
Contact Halli Moore 0403 777 661 Ben Vieth 0404 084 793
Highett 379 Highett Road Grand Family Living, Heart of Highett! Elegant & light-filled 4-BR/3.5bath family home at the heart of thriving Highett. Featuring lounge (fireplace & bar), living/dining, granite/Smeg kitchen, tranquil master suite, study, d/ heating, evap cooling, alarm, intercom entry, ducted vac, alfresco patio & dbl garage. Beachside of highway near all amenities.
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Middle Park 15 McGregor Street
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Auction Saturday 27 August - 12.30pm
Exceeding Your Highest Expectations
Auction Saturday 13 August - 11.30am
Price
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Price
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Saturday 11.00 - 11.30am
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Thursday 1.00 - 1.30pm
Office
Hampton East 9555 0622
Make no mistake, this contemporary home has been created with no compromise on comfort and luxury as the current owners set high standards and exceeded them. Here you are presented with a golden opportunity to create an idyllic lifestyle filled with light, space and the very latest in sophisticated amenity.
Contact Adam Saunders 0405 456 255 Romana Altman 0414 804 270
www.379.highettroadhighett.com
Saturday 11.30 - 12.00pm Office
Albert Park 9699 5155
Contact Arthur Apostoleros 0411 515 015 David Seeber 0421 796 350
www.15.mcgregorstreetmiddlepark.com
WE DELIVER...
PORT MELBOURNE 2/8 THOMAS STREET
Sandringham 3/1a Keats Street
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Rare Villa Entry, Blue-Chip Location
Auction Saturday 27 August - 9.30am
At the northerly rear of the only villa-unit group in this blue-chip street this heat/ cooled 3 bedrm unit is a rare find with large lounge, dining, kitchen, northerly courtyard & garage. Enjoy easy living, or invest, with a possible ongoing tenant, or add value at this prime address.
Price
$750,000 - $800,000
Inspect
Saturday 2.00 - 2.30pm
Office
Sandringham 9598 8222
www.3-1a.keatsstreetsandringham.com
Contact Stefan Delyster 0419 614 699 Mark Earle 0419 310 707
SINGLE LEVEL LUXURY Stylishly updated, beautifully presented and generously-proportioned single level residence offering a relaxed, easy maintenance lifestyle without the worry of stairs. • 2 excellent bedrooms (main with full-height robes) • Luxurious bathroom with bath and shower, separate toilet and large laundry • Renovated kitchen with stone bench top • Spacious living and dining opens to paved courtyard • Split system cooling/heating, alarm & remote control shutters • Secure off-street parking for 2 cars
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Saturday 20th August at 12:30pm Thu & Sat 12-12.30pm David Lack 0418 996 265 100 Bay Street, Port Melbourne 03 8671 3777
SMS the word "THOMAS" to 0416 907 829 for detailed information
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AUCTION THIS SATURDAY
90 New Street BRIGHTON AUCTION Saturday 6th August at 12.00pm (Unless sold prior) This substantially sized 5-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom + 3 OSP family sanctuary displays an eclectic blend of Spanish Mission character with today’s family comforts. Embodying grace and refinement on an allotment of 669m2 (approximate title measurements), the well-zoned, architecturally updated and extended layout reveals a generous formal lounge, elegant dining room, study area, CaesarStone kitchen and casual living/meals. A north-facing alfresco patio, private rear garden and a fabulously flexible separate studio/home office or teenagers’ retreat with a dedicated entry further emphasise the excellence. With scope for cosmetic updating, the home is within easy reach of leading public and private schools, train stations, the beach and Church Street. www.90newstreetbrighton.com VIEW Wednesday 3.00pm-3.30pm and Saturday from 11.30am James Paynter 0418 390 133 | Rosslyn Mastrangelo 0417 056 174 | Brighton Office 03 9592 9299 | rtedgar.com.au
14 Merton Street ALBERT
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AUCTION Saturday 27th August at 12.30pm (Unless sold prior) Full of charm with exceptional functionality, this charming, low-maintenance double-fronted home invites an energetic village lifestyle, a short 15 minute walk to the beachfront, with walkability to countless recreational activities, transport, tempting eateries and boutique shopping. Light-filled dimensions and sassy styling promote the immediate liveability, providing two oversized robed bedrooms, substantial living, connected open plan kitchen/dining (stove-top not included), second living/office area, and potential rear access through ROW, with plans and permits for a triple-storey dream home. VIEW Wednesday & Saturday 12.00-12.30pm Nikki Mccarthy 0410 236 200 | Glen Coutinho 0409 779 399 | Kew Office 03 8888 2000 | rtedgar.com.au 46 The weekly review \ AUGUST 3, 2016
AUCTION THIS SATURDAY
74 Thompson Street WILLIAMSTOWN AUCTION Saturday 6th August at 2.30pm (Unless sold prior) Celebrating style, innovation and first class family living in this locally adored former milk bar of Williamstown. Featuring high ceilings, recycled timber floors, BIR’s, WIR’s with ensuite in the master and gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances, stone bench tops, induction cooktop and instant hot/chilled water. All overlooking an open plan living/dining with gas log Jetmaster fireplace, home theatre system and impeccable indoor/outdoor living with professional BBQ, Sonos music system, tranquil green gardens, rear driveway and lock-up garage with entry. VIEW Saturday from 2.00pm | PRICE $1,600,000 Plus Joanne Royston 0402 996 622 | John Grech 0499 984 445 | Williamstown Office 03 9399 9888 | rtedgar.com.au
8 Stewart Street YARRAVILLE AUCTION Saturday 20th August at 11.30am (Unless sold prior) Exquisitely renovated with fastidious attention to detail, this sublime four-bedroom California Bungalow with Art Deco embellishments provides BIR’s in all bedrooms with deluxe private ensuite in the Master. Detailed with a sensational kitchen featuring Carrara marble splashbacks, soft-close cabinetry, kitchen island bench and first class appliances. Overlooking an immense open-plan living/dining area with clear span study nook and high tint double glazed doors. Complete with security system, refrigerated cooling, ducted heating, custom-made luxurious window furnishings, Foxtel/NBN connections, reticulation system, all in the prized precinct of Yarraville while being only 7km’s from Melbourne CBD! VIEW Saturday 12.00-12.30pm & Sunday 11.00-11.30am | PRICE Contact Agent Chris Le 0429 686 868 | Rashard Risilia 0432 566 601 | Yarraville Office 03 9399 9888 | rtedgar.com.au AUGUST 3, 2016 \ The weekly review 47
75 The Strand NEWPORT AUCTION Saturday 20th August at 1.30pm (Unless sold prior) Residing on a magnificent dual frontage allotment with waterfront splendour, this prestigious 4 Bedroom Victorian home offers grand scale family living with impeccable scope for in house entertainment. Featuring a remarkable craftsman built Jarrah Kitchen with granite bench tops, walk in pantry, gourmet stainless steel appliances, polished Jarrah timber floors, two deluxe bathrooms, 4 oversized bedrooms, double lock up garage, ducted heating, refrigerated cooling and home security system all just moments from local schools, cafés and public transport. VIEW Saturday 9.30-10.00am & Sunday 10.00-10.30am | PRICE Contact Agent Joanne Royston 0402 996 622 | Shelley Sansby 0432 674 817 | Williamstown Office 03 9399 9888 | rtedgar.com.au AUCTION THIS SATURDAY
73 William Street NEWPORT AUCTION Saturday 6th August at 11.30am (Unless sold prior) Presenting exquisite family living in this remarkable 4-bedroom home in the heart of Newport. Offering deluxe comfort with BIR’s in beds 1 & 2, WIR’s and private ensuite in the Master and stunning open fireplace in Bed 4 turn sitting room. Showcasing a breath-taking kitchen with stainless steel appliances, professional range-hood, designer cabinetry and stone top benches. Complete with an open-plan living & dining area, indoor/outdoor living with professional BBQ, timber decking, rear laneway access and OSP for 2. VIEW Saturday from 11.00am | PRICE $1,000,000 Plus Joanne Royston 0402 996 622 | Shelley Sansby 0432 674 817 | Williamstown Office 03 9399 9888 | rtedgar.com.au 48 The weekly review \ AUGUST 3, 2016
ELWOOD 1/44 Southey Street
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Vintage in Vo V gue with Courtyard Charm This engaging 2 bedroom Art Deco ground floor security apartment has warmth and soul, featuring high ceilings, steel windows, matt floorboards, fabulous living & dining, cottage style alfresco courtyard garden; huge main bedroom (custom robes), modern kitchen & brilliant bathroom. Auction: Sat 13th Aug 1.00pm Guide: Contact Agent
Black Rock
Elwood
Contact: To T rsten Kasper 0428 454 181 Kylie Hill 0415 742 942
PORT MELBOURNE 37 Lalor Street
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Light, Bright & Low Maintenance Quietly nestled behind the heart of the Bay Street precinct this stylish Port Melbourne townhouse parades contemporary design over two sensational levels, offering superb low maintenance living and the opportunity to move straight in with nothing further to do. Auction: Sat 20th Aug 12.00pm Guide: $750,000 – $800,000
Contact: Jon Kett 0415 853 564 Xavier Maher 0418 587 940
Mount Martha
Port Melbourne
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25 Point Avenue Beaumaris 4
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Fabulous ´60s home on 852sqm (approx.) with an impressive oversized frontage. Rich with retro charm, the existing residence provides a wonderful blank canvas for simple modern-day enhancements. With 4 bedrooms, lounge/dining, kitchen, 2nd living room, 2 baths + rumpus. Near beach and Concourse.
7 Chavasse Street Brighton 3
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Brighton’s best kept secret can be found between Church St & the bay! In walled gardens at this secluded address, this impeccable 3 bedrm, 2.5 bathrm home stars a sleek stone & Miele kitchen, slick fully-tiled bathrms, garden-view living opening to nthrly paving & entertainer’s decking, & a double auto-garage.
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Auction
Sat 13 August 12.00
Agent
Michael Cooney 0418 325 052
Agent
Maria Ravanal 0423 685 939
View
Wednesday & Saturday 11.00-11.30
Office
Beaumaris 9589 6077
Web
25pointavenuebeaumaris.com
Auction
Sat 13 August 11.30
Agent
Jason Gill 0411 801 831
Agent
Kate Schuster 0410 587 286
View
Wednesday 11.00-11.30 + Saturday 11.00-11.30
Office
Brighton 9596 1111
Web
7chavassestreetbrighton.com
46 Head Street Brighton 4
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With 4 bedrooms, a study & 2.5 bathrooms over 2 storeys, this period beauty offers today’s space & tomorrow’s potential with lounge, dining & airy family zone with Blanco kitchen, on approx 6,845sqft/ 636sqm with pool & spa... steps from Elsternwick Park, a walk to Elwood’s cafés & 250m to Golden Mile beachfront
4/23 South Road Brighton 3
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Just 100m from Brighton Beach station, this impeccable 3 bedroom vintage townhouse is a rare offering with a bay-windowed lounge, northerly dining & courtyard, heating & double auto-garage. Make an impressive entry to life amongst the luxe homes of this blue-chip beach precinct...or makeover & add value.
Auction
Sat 13 August 12.00
Agent
Julian Augustini 0418 558 408
Agent
Paul Bond 0419 519 311
View
Wednesday 11.45-12.15 + Saturday 11.45-12.15
Office
Brighton 9596 1111
Web
46headstreetbrighton.com
Auction
Sat 13 August 11.00
Agent
George Coles 0419 709 701
Agent
Julian Augustini 0418 558 408
View
Wednesday 2.00-2.30 + Saturday 2.00-2.30
Office
Brighton 9596 1111
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4-23southroadbrighton.com
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2 Paul Street Cheltenham 4
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Soar into Sandbelt life with this 4 bedroom & study, 3 bathroom home! Featuring lounge, dining, cath-ceilinged family zone & 1st-floor retreat, there’s nothing to do but entertain in the al fresco area, enjoy a st-steel appliance kitchen, spa-bathroom & ensuite, & appreciate 3-car garaging & a walk to shops & station!
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The first brick home in this prized street, this 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home still leads the way with garaging out front, sun-filled north facing formal and family living areas, a classic kitchen, ensuite and spacious WIR. Beautifully detailed with original fireplaces, this is rare period charm between Hampton St and the bay.
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Sat 6 August 12.00
Agent
Angus Graham 0401 505 259
Agent
Paul Bond 0419 519 311
View
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Sandringham 9598 1111
Web
2paulstreetcheltenham.com
Auction
Sat 27 August 1.00
Agent
Amanda Jones 0427 643 760
Agent
Paul Bond 0419 519 311
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Sat 12.15-12.45 + Wed 12.15-12.45
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Sandringham 9598 1111
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38orlandostreethampton.com
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A landholding original now set in broad approx. 659sqm gardens, Reno Park c.1890 today holds a 3 bedroom, 2 bathrm Victorian home & the promise of a brilliant Bayside lifestyle. Find comfort in hydronic heating, carport & garage, & see scope to extend or rewrite history across this approx. 18m frontage!
Auction
Sat 27 August 11.00
Agent
Amanda Jones 0427 643 760
Agent
Paul Bond 0419 519 311
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Sandringham 9598 1111
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16hollowayroadsandringham.com
Highett 4/14 Mary Avenue
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There’s Nothing Quite Like It There’s nothing quite like this remarkable entertainer’s mecca. Setting the benchmark for the ultimate in modern, simple, low-maintenance living, this three living zoned home is absolutely packed to the roof with custom crafted & imported extras, modern conveniences, impeccable finishes and flawless, creative design.
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Key location in bayside address Walk to everything Ultimate Entertainers home all year round Has to be seen to be believed throughout WOW factor beyond the facade
20th August 2016 at 11am On Site View Wednesday and Saturday Kevin Chokshi 0430 195 517 kevin.chokshi@raywhite.com raywhitecheltenham.com | 03 9584 8288
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Ray White_Know How working as a family for families Our agents have forged strong relationships with their local community and have the knowledge, strength and understanding to talk to buyers about your property’s potential. To find out why everyone is making the switch to Ray White call us now for a individually tailored appraisal of your property Ray White Beaumaris 42 East Concourse, Beaumaris, Victoria 3193 9589 4777
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Albert Park 38 Little Page Street The Best Ideas, Beautifully Expressed Design creativity and a commitment to quality contribute to the success of this sensational Victorian in which alluring living/ dining spaces accompany a sophisticated, sky-lit kitchen, cellar storage with 144 dozen bottle capacity & a courtyard of captivating character. Loft storage, heating/cooling & flawless ironbark floors reflect irresistible Albert Park refinement close Victoria Ave cafes, restaurants & shops plus trams to the CBD.
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Price Contact Agent --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Auction Sat 20th Aug at 11.30am --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Inspect Wed 12-12.30pm & as advertised --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Greg Hocking 0418 329 961 John Holdsworth 0417 318 271 Albert Park Office 8644 5500 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Web greghocking.com.au 38littlepagestreetalbertpark.com.au
AUCTION SATURDAY
Albert Park 9 Boyd Street The Enduring Excellence Of ´KWANDWE´ The inviting spaces of this double fronted Victorian are surrounded by some 340sqm approx. where a walled rear garden of established beauty concludes with a secure garage close to Middle Park Primary, Mills St trams & the beach. Elegant sitting & dining rooms lead to modern kitchen & family room proportions featuring a lantern ceiling that delivers natural light all day long. Hydronic heating & air con ensures the complete comfort of today´s design - enhanced by dimensions that invite ideas for extending, STCA.
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Price Contact Agent --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Auction Sat 6th Aug at 11.30am --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Inspect Wed 5-5.30pm & Sat 11-11.30am --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------John Holdsworth 0417 318 271 Shane Siemers 0418 501 941 Albert Park Office 8644 5500 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Web greghocking.com.au 9boydstreetalbertpark.com.au AUGUST 3, 2016 \ The weekly review 57
ALBERT PARK 147 MILLS STREET Total transformation, lifestyle location. Defined by its unique facade and prestige position, this Victorian showpiece boasts a spectacular restoration and extension creating a lifestyle of opulence, floorplan flexibility and fabulous indoor/outdoor entertaining. Stunning interior boasts an enormous master bedroom with dressing room, luxury ensuite and retreat, 4 additional bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, shopfront-style home office with separate entrance. Add to this vast open-plan living/ dining areas, gourmet kitchen, rooftop deck, hydronic heating and ducted refrigerated cooling, high ornate ceilings, custom lighting, plus rear garden with pool and spa, al-fresco entertaining area/ BBQ kitchen and double garage.
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David Wood 0418 315 114 Stephanie Evans 0420 215 919
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Albert Park 9690 5366
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AUCTION SATURDAY
HAMPTON 6 DEAKIN STREET SOUTH Exceptional family living in the heart of Hampton. This picture-perfect 3 bedroom home presents an instantly inviting scenario for family living. An abundance of exquisite period detail makes a memorable first impression, while high ceilings & open fireplaces imbue a feeling of warmth throughout an enticing formal lounge/study, spacious living room, light-filled meals domain, stylish kitchen & superb bathroom. Equally appealing for relaxing & entertaining alike, a magnificent al fresco area provides great versatility alongside a secure remote garage & amid low-maintenance surrounds. Ideally positioned just a short stroll from schools, cafés, transport & the beach.
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Sat 6th August - 12.30pm
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EPR
$1,200,000 - $1,300,000
C O N TA C T
Jenny Dwyer 0418 528 988 Stuart Mahoney 0417 947 275
OFFICE
Sandringham 9521 9800
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BENTLEIGH 81 FROMER STREET Full of natural light, this relaxed 4 bedroom 2 bathroom single level family home is in beautifully manicured gardens featuring a stunning solar heated pool, 2 entertaining zones, modern kitchen (Ilve 800mm stove) & sandstone alfresco living. Near Tucker Road shops. hockingstuart.com.au
BRIGHTON EAST 139 THOMAS STREET Stunning from every angle, this 2-storey, 4-5 bedroom period residence has been renovated to create a superb family home set in a north-facing entertainer’s garden with expanses of decking & a heated pool. Features 3 living areas, stone kitchen, ground floor bedroom with ensuite & European Oak flooring in the perfect location. hockingstuart.com.au
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AUCTION
Sat 20th August - 1.30pm
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Please contact Agent
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Trent Collie 0425 740 484 Sarah Gursansky 0467 533 309
OFFICE
Bentleigh 9557 7733
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600 (approx.)
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AUCTION
Sat 13th August - 12.30pm
EPR
Please contact Agent
C O N TA C T
Peter Kennett 0418 318 284 Tamara Whelan 0409 532 606
OFFICE
Brighton 9596 7055
BENTLEIGH EAST 4/646 CENTRE ROAD Tucked away in Alexander Street with its own street frontage, this stylishly updated 2 bedroom villa is sun splashed and secluded, featuring north facing living & dining, snazzy kitchen, 2 double bedrooms (BIRs, attic), side courtyard, secure carport & parking. hockingstuart.com.au
SANDRINGHAM 11 MINNIE STREET Irresistibly warm and filled with period detail, this inviting 3 bedroom 2 bathroom Californian Bungalow enjoys a gorgeous main bedroom (BIRs & chic ensuite), 2 living zones (OFP), provincial style kitchen, secluded deck & paved drive. Near the Acorn Patch. hockingstuart.com.au
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AUCTION
Sat 20th August - 10.30am
EPR
Please contact Agent
C O N TA C T
Trent Collie 0425 740 484 Sarah Gursansky 0467 533 309
OFFICE
Bentleigh 9557 7733
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Sat 20th August - 11.30am
WEB
11minninestreetsandringham.com
EPR
$950,000 - $1,050,000
C O N TA C T
Jenny Dwyer 0418 528 988 William O’Brien 0427 184 088
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Sandringham 9521 9800
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Sold your home, renovating or wanting to get rid of unwanted
peace of mind that one company will manage all aspects of
goods? Clean up with my help. Let me help you sell your
your renovation process. Complete start to finish service, with
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kitchens, bathrooms and home dĂŠcor. Contact me to give you a
home consultation or visit our website
free appraisal.
Do you hate cleaning your oven ? We remove the fan and back panel for a complete professional clean. We take the door off, split the glass to remove any streaks. Our solutions are safe, caustic free and bio degradable. We also clean cooktops and rangehoods. $10 OFF our professional oven clean that will restore your oven to showroom condition.
819A Nepean Hwy Bentleigh 1300 442 736
www.giarenovations.com.au
1187307-HM24-15
1300 683 681
0425 329 247
simonehayman@gmail.com
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AP Shutters and Blinds
Pioneering Bathroom Design
Special Things
Highest quality blinds and Timber Plantation Shutters at Melbourne’s best prices. Specialising in all other window furnishings including Holland Blinds, Sun Screens, Awnings, Venetians, Romans and Curtains. AP Shutters & Blinds strive to offer our clients the best products available on the market, at the most competitive prices. We understand how valuable your time is, so by providing an obligation-free, on site consultation we hope to save you both time and money. Our service is entirely in-house, from consultation and sales, to installation and servicing.
Melbourne Design Awards 2011 Winner and 2012 Melbourne Design Awards Shortlisted. Pioneering Bathroom Designs are passionate about designing and constructing visually appealing bathrooms. Let us transform your tired/outdated bathroom into a modern and innovative design. With over 20 years experience, we specialise in all aspects of bathroom renovations. Registered Builder. For further details, please call Sam, email: sam@pioneeringbathroomdesigns.com.au
Solve your media tv units with a range of entertainment furniture.
www.ap-shutters.com
www.pioneeringbathroomdesigns.com.au
www.specialthings.com.au
97 Auburn Road Hawthorn, 3122 Contact: 9818 1133
Melbourne-wide. 0439 115 225
1134781-HM20-14
Smarter Bathrooms & Kitchens Showroom: 77 Salmon St, Port Melbourne. 1300 662 838
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1 Saxon Street Brunswick. Phone 9380 6399
1187320-HM24-15
Mix and match different pieces of furniture that are versatile, innovative and clever. Visit our showroom – we deal direct with you from the manufacture. We are committed to creating furniture which you will cherish for a lifetime. 1145576-PB30-14
DeckSealRevival Pty Ltd
McKinnon Heating & Cooling
Melbourne’s deck care and maintenance professional’s. Residential and commercial. We do it all from deck sanding, cleaning, sealing, washing to deck maintenance and finally deck refinishing! Continually delivering a beautiful and long lasting deck surface. No job too big or small. Give us a call, email: info@deckseal.com.au or visit our website for more information.
Each home is professionally engineered by our experienced
Contact: (03) 9886 3350 or 0410 537 164
www.deckseal.com.au • info@deckseal.com.au
Showroom: 2 Nellbern Rd Moorabbin. 1300 30 42 52
1171168-KC6-15
team. With 42 years in business built on good old fashioned customer service, technical expertise that you can understand and we always provide a cost effective solution to keep your home at the perfect temperature. We are Melbourne’s best, choose Hydronic Heating www.mckinnonheating.com.au
1230289-LN23-16
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