New House & Land Autumn 2014

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16 pages of New homes, Design ideas, Land releases and lifestyle opportunities

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Build your home... Choose your lifestyle THE Greater Shepparton region continues to attract new investment opportunities in the home building market with new land releases providing families with lifestyle options at varied starting price entry points.

Kevin Hicks Real Estate Director and Residential Agent, Rocky Gagliardi said, “In Shepparton’s north, Grammar Park boasts one of Shepparton’s most premier lifestyle estates, with its exclusivity and close proximity to Goulburn Valley Grammar School and St Luke’s Catholic Primary School offering high end appeal.

“Grammar Park has an established feel with high quality homes throughout and well thought out and developed streetscaping. It really offers an opportunity to be a part of something special and to build a dream lifestyle. Stage 8 is now selling.

“Also in Shepparton’s north, Connolly Park will release Stage 6 titles in August this year, with Stage 6 continuing the development east, in the direction of Numurkah Road and Northside Estate.

“Connolly Park offers ideal family living with prices ranging from $95,000, spacious block sizes and north end appeal.

“Neighbouring Northside Estate is one of Shepparton’s newest home estates and will incorporate parkland and generous sized blocks with prices ranging from $105,000. Northside Estate will further be enhanced by a planned reserve and wetland area.

“In the south end of Shepparton towards Kialla, flagship lifestyle estates, Kialla Lakes, undoubtedly one of the region’s biggest success stories continues to appeal to a wide audience.

“Kialla Lakes Stage 32 is continuing to sell well, with preparations underway for the planned release of Stage 33 with blocks currently pre-selling off the plan.

“Stage 33 involves 40 new low density land releases ranging in size from 752m2 to 1065m2 with a large parkland area central to the release as well as the planned inclusion of a new display home village.

“Also in the south end, Seven Creeks Estate is now selling Stage 10a which extends along the

stunning natural bushland settings of Seven Creeks. Blocks range in size from 738 to 884m2 and are situated close to the reserve (adjacent). These premier lifestyle blocks start from $119,950 and continue to attract a high level of interest.”

“To the east, Tatura lifestyle estate, Northlinks offers a fantastic lifestyle opportunity within a highly regarded residential area in Tatura. The masterplanned estate is situated at close proximity to Tatura Hilltop Golf Course and is a very desirable precinct.

“Stage 6 is currently selling with blocks ranging in size from 711m2 to 905m2 with a number of blocks including golf course frontage.

“All of our local estates offer their own appealing lifestyle aspects and range in starting price points to suit each individual’s needs versus budget.”

For further information on any of the new land release options available, contact Kevin Hicks Real Estate at 228-232 Wyndham Street, Shepparton or phone 5821 8388.

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new House&Land Inside New House and Land Autumn edition Discover what some of our local businesses and services have to offer: • • • • •

Goulburn Murray Credit Union, How do interest rates affect you?

Liberty Kitchens, Inspired ideas National Tiles and Carpet Call, The experts in the trade Hotondo Homes, Forever part of the family Metricon, Plans further expansion

See how local housing developments are growing and progressing: • • • • •

Shepparton’s premier lifestyle locations view some of the region’s most premier housing estates from the air

Aerial Viewpoint, view some of the region’s most premier housing estate from the air New Housing, Construction start up on Westwood Run Elloura, The allure of lifestyle Kialla Lakes, A great place to live Collaborative Project, Mooroopna welcomes Building Better Regional Cities Success

Hear from industry experts about current topics as well as tips and ideas:

• Housing Industry Australia, New home lending steady as prices strengthen further • Housing affordability, national round table proposal to reduce housing market entry costs • Housing density, Victoria doubles number of medium density homes over five years • Real Estate Institute Victoria, Interest rate decision comes at important time for Victorian market • Master Builders, Red tape cuts to support building businesses across Victoria

GRAMMAR PARK

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KIALLA LAKES

ARCHER’S FIELD

CONNOLLY PARK

WESTWOOD RUN

THE BOULEVARD

SEVEN CREEKS ESTATE

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Inspired ideas CABINETRY A CENTRE PIECE… The expert team at Liberty Kitchens can help your cabinetry be the centre piece of every room in your home. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

YOUR home’s cabinetry provides far more than simple practicality. With a little bit of inspiration and the creativity of the expert team at Liberty Kitchens, your cabinetry can be the centre piece of every room.

Whether your tastes include classic, vintage elegance or seamless, clean line modern style, Liberty Kitchens are your team of specialists for all forms of cabinetry and can custom create everything from bathroom vanities, ensuite units, study solutions, bedroom tallboys, bedsides and shelves as well as living room accessories and alfresco kitchenettes.

Liberty Kitchens Head Sales Person, Dawn Rayner said, “We can virtually do anything. If you have an idea you can bring it to us and we can build it for you.

“Some of the more popular items we have been asked to make that are for other areas of the home include vanity units, laundry cabinets, home offices, wardrobes, television units and alfresco cabinets.

“2014 trends are seeing a swing toward clean straight lines, vanity units with a floating effect and another thing that is quite popular and stylish right now, is the lack of use of handles.

“People are also leaning more toward using stone for benchtops and under-mounting basins to give a fluid line.

“We are also seeing floating shelves being used incorporating concealed fixing. Television units with custom designed access for DVD players and gaming devices are also proving to be popular.

“Going back to the kitchen though, we are noticing people opting to include integrated LED lighting in kitchen cabinets to improve lighting conditions on work surfaces,” Dawn said.

For more information or to speak to the professional team at Liberty Kitchens visit 60 Williams Road, Shepparton or phone 5831 2620.

How do Interest Rates affect you?

INTEREST RATE EASE… GMCU can talk with you about the effects of an interest rate rise, which is expected before the end of the year. Pictured, Operations Manager at GMCU, Peter Thomas. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

WITH speculation that interest rates will increase before the end of the year, The Adviser discussed with Peter Thomas, Operations Manager at GMCU, what the effects may be on a local level.

Mr Thomas stated that rising interest rates can be the sign of a strengthening economy. They should not stop people from borrowing, but it reminds us all that we should make sure loans are affordable.

“When shopping for a new home or car, you should look at the loan repayments at a slightly higher rate. If the loan is still affordable, then you have some confidence should rates increase.

“And, if you can start your loan at those higher payments then you are already on the path to pay your loan back sooner. This can save a lot of interest over time.

“It can also be a great time to take a look at the higher rates you may be paying on loans for store items or credit cards, and consider alternatives like consolidating them into a personal loan with a lower rate.

“Another option is to consider a fixed rate loan. This is particularly good when the budget is tight and you want to guarantee your payments over a period.”

GMCU has branches throughout central Victoria, each with experienced bankers who can discuss how interest rates may affect you, including branches in Shepparton, Mooroopna, Kyabram, Echuca and Numurkah.

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Metricon are confident with their regional market growth, providing local administration, state of the art ‘Studio M’ and colour selection process.

Phil Barrett, Metricon’s Regional General Manager, said that 2014 was shaping up to be one of the busiest years yet for the company who has been building in the Goulburn Valley region for ten years.

“We have had an impressive start to the year and are continuing the momentum with our exciting new displays close to opening.

“Our local team of drafting, estimating and building staff, as well as our customer service and colour consultants located in our Shepparton head office, need to be congratulated on their commitment to customer service and communication, particularly during these busy months, as do our local trades in our building areas whose commitment to building excellence never falters.

“At Metricon, we have a proud history of creating affordable, innovative, quality homes for a wide range of home buyers.

We are committed to designing homes that offer sophisticated features, open plan spaces and the ultimate in indoor/outdoor living for the Australian family. Our four new displays that will join our existing displays in Shepparton, Wodonga and Bendigo are great examples of this,” concluded Phil.

For more information visit your nearest Metricon display centre, log on to www.metricon.com.au or call 1300 METRICON.

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LOVE WHERE YOU LIVE… Plans are underway for the unveiling of four exciting new Metricon display homes across Shepparton and Bendigo. Photo: Supplied.

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The Bankwest Housing Density Report, the latest addition to the Bankwest Financial Indicator Series, revealed that 23,390 medium density approvals were granted in Victoria in the past 12 months, a staggering 109.5 percent growth rate on the 11,164 approvals five years ago.

Despite this substantial increase, neighbouring NSW topped the nation’s charts for the highest proportion of medium density approvals (34.0 percent) followed by Victoria (30.1 percent). This is a reversal on the previous year’s findings when Victoria contained the largest proportion of medium density homes (37.8 percent), with NSW following (31.3 percent).

The Bankwest Housing Density Report also revealed that Victoria has seen a marked increase in medium density dwellings over the long-term, with the proportion of approvals rising to 45.6 percent in 2013. This is well above the 20 year average of 27.4 percent.

Neighbouring NSW saw a much less dramatic increase, with the number of medium density housing approvals rising from 47.3 percent 20 years ago to 56.4 percent today. This suggests that Victoria is experiencing a profound change in the composition of its overall housing stock.

“NSW overtaking Victoria as the state with the largest proportion of medium density housing approvals in Australia may be deceptive at face value. The recent change masks the dramatic climb in the number of units, townhouses and semi-detached houses across Victoria recorded over the last two decades,” said Bankwest Executive General Manager, Retail, Mark Reid.

INTEREST IS GROWING… With interest in the Kialla Lakes precinct always on the rise, Kavant Nominees are now selling Stage 32 of the Kialla Lakes development, with land development of Stage 33 expected to begin by the end of the year. Pictured, Dolly and David Berwick. Photo: Julie Moore.

Kialla Lakes, a great place to live

KIALLA Lakes, in its infancy, started out as a monumental vision for family living and lifestyle in the region. Over time, the estate’s continued success has secured the precinct as a favourite among new home builders, families and retirees alike.

Local couple, David and Dolly Berwick are among the happy residents living in Kialla Lakes. The pair purchased their home in the original Kialla Lakes precinct in 2005. The established home, which had been constructed in the earlier development stages in 1997, offered them all of the lifestyle inclusions that they had been searching for in a home, including the practicality of a north facing aspect as well as beautiful established gardens and natural surrounds.

David said, “The location was a big selling point. We love our home and our garden but with so many different block sizes and shapes, there really was something to suit everyone. The best part is that it doesn’t feel like you are living in town, but there are so many shops and facilities close by.

“After living here for seven years, Kialla Lakes has exceeded our expectations.”

Chairman of Directors for the Developers Kavant Nominees, Lance Woodhouse said, “Similarly to David and Dolly Berwick, the continuation of the original vision which is Kialla Lakes has provided an appealing lifestyle option for many families (including ours) over the years. Take a look at our website at www.kiallalakes.com.

“It has been more than 30 years since we began this journey and we are still continuing to develop and grow on the original concept. Our latest land release, Stage 32 is selling well and we expect to commence construction on a brand new land release planned for the end of the year in Stage 33.

“We are particularly excited about Stage 33 as it will see the continuation of the development of Sanctuary Drive, a wide boulevard connecting Archer Road to the Goulburn Valley Highway. Sanctuary Drive will not only provide greater direct access to the estate, but it will also feature as a welcoming entrance and clearly identify Kialla Lakes to visitors in the region.

“Stage 33 will also include an exciting new planned display village for our region’s builders to showcase their latest designs.

“With our new plans encompassing Stage 33 and beyond we look forward to continuing to grow and develop Kialla Lakes, a better place to be both now and in the future.”

For more information or to secure your choice block, contact selling agents, Youngs & Co Real Estate on 5820 8777 or Kevin Hicks Real Estate on 5821 8388.

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Red tape cuts to support

building businesses across Victoria MASTER Builders has strongly welcomed cuts to red tape that will help reduce costs for Victorian builders and their clients.

Deput y Premier Peter Ryan and Treasurer Michael O’Brien have unveiled a raft of red tape reforms, which has been applauded by Master Builders Association of Victoria CEO, Radley de Silva.

“These reforms will save our industry millions of dollars and countless hours of unnecessary paperwork,” said Mr de Silva.

“Builders will now have more time to build quality homes, workplaces and infrastructure for Victorians instead of wasting time filling in never-ending bureaucratic paperwork.

“Master Builders commends the State Government for acting to support jobs, drive investment and boost productivity in our sector by cutting unnecessary red tape.”

Reforms announced that will benefit the building industry include: Removing unnecessary mandatory commercial building defects insurance

requirements, bringing Victoria into line with all other states Ensuring building requirements for wall heights meet today’s best building practices Providing a faster, more cost-effective domestic building consumer disputes process Opening up the construction of metal roofs, ending the monopoly plumbers alone have on this work Reforming prequalification requirements and contracts for companies delivering construction work funded by taxpayers, so they are more consistent across government depar tments and local councils Modernising WorkSafe forms so builders can access them online, print them and save information for use in other forms.

“This sensible package will help slash costs and delays in building projects and support housing affordability while upholding rigorous standards for site safety and building quality,” Mr de Silva said.

BUILDING DREAMS… Land is being snatched up in The Boulevard estate in Shepparton’s north. From left, Plumbers Gavan Brown and Colin Mitchell from Gavan Brown Plumbing at The Boulevard. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

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MODERN AND LUXURIOUS… Hotondo Homes are proud to introduce their new Forever Sanctuary Range, with the Lorne 302 (pictured) expected to spark an instant connection with families looking for a balance between modern everyday living and luxury. Photo: Supplied.

COLIN Mintern and the team at Hotondo Homes Shepparton are proud to introduce their new Forever Sanctuary Range.

Featuring an array of new and revamped designs, the Forever Sanctuary Range focuses on the practical needs of families.

According to Colin one of the new additions to the range, the Lorne 302 will spark an instant connection with families who are looking for that perfect balance between modern everyday living with an element of luxury.

“Like all of the eight new homes that have been added to the range, the double storey Lorne’ is stylish and practical,” says Colin.

Named after the Victorian coastal town, the stunning Lorne 302 (32.5sq) is ideal for a block with a 14m frontage.

The classic double storey design utilises the ground level for everyday living, including a study, lounge/theatre room, a large corner kitchen with butler’s pantry, open plan family and meals area, and an alfresco - all under the one roof.

The second storey features a spacious master bedroom, providing the perfect parent’s retreat with a large walk-in-robe and ensuite. It also houses three spacious bedrooms and ample sized living area.

“The stunning modern kitchen will make even the most experienced chef feel at home with the ample bench space for food preparation and storage throughout,” adds Colin.

The Forever Sanctuary Range was designed based on extensive research which explored different types of families and what they believed were important features in their homes.

The study revealed that the three key zones of the home were the kitchen, master bedroom and alfresco areas. These were found to be essential to the workings of modern Australian families, as their place to interact, entertain guests and retreat to after a long day.

To enquire about their Forever Sanctuary Range, visit Colin, Sue and the team, at 53 Canterbury Avenue, Shepparton.

Alternatively you can call 5831 2250, or go online to hotondo.com.au.

Mooroopna welcomes BBRC THE developers of the new Archer’s Field, Waranga Pty Ltd have hailed the Building Better Regional Cities (BBRC) program in the new Mooroopna West development as a great success story for the region.

Chairman of Directors of Waranga Pty Ltd, Lance Woodhouse said, “We are thrilled with the response to the BBRC program in Mooroopna; already, just months after the program was announced applications have been submitted for the majority of available blocks.

“Anyone who is interested in making an application for one of the few remaining lots should contact the selling agents immediately.

“A new housing development of this kind has been long awaited for in Mooroopna and families have certainly embraced that.”

The BBRC program, which was a result of a collaboration between Greater Shepparton City Council, Ethan Housing and local developers, Kavant Nominees and Finborough Terrace, has created an exciting new precinct inviting 86 new families to the area.

Mr Woodhouse said, “This is a really good news story for

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the Greater Shepparton City Council. The Council’s Planning Department actively initiated the necessary Government assistance to get this program off the ground and they deserve full marks for their part in the success of the project.

“It’s also good news for the region. The flow on effect to the community will include 86 new families supporting local retail, local trades and services as well as restaurants, fuel stations, childcare, schools… the list is endless. Any way you look at it, the BBRC program has been and will be a good thing for the greater Mooroopna community.

“In terms of the estate itself, development works are progressing and it’s looking really good with top seal expected to go down on Stage 3 shortly and Stage 4 top seal to follow.

“In Stage 3 there are a number of applicants whose applications have been approved and their homes will proceed into the construction phase upon practical completion and title transfer.”

For more information on Archer’s Field, contact selling agents, Youngs & Co Real Estate on 5820 8777 or Chilcott Real Estate Mooroopna on 5825 4200.

DEVELOPMENTS SUCCESS… With a majority of blocks already sold in Archer’s Field, Waranga Pty Ltd, developers are hailing the Building Better Regional Cities program in the new Mooroopna West development as a success. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

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CONSTRUCTION HAS BEGUN… The thirty allotments that are part of Stage One of the new housing estate in west Mooroopna, Westwood Run, has begun taking shape. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

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Westwood Run THE much anticipated new residential estate in west Mooroopna has commenced works, which comes as a real boost to the local construction and building industry.

Stage One of new housing estate, Westwood Run is now being built, with bulk earthworks on the site nearing completion.

Works have commenced on the Midland Highway intersection of Westwood Drive and Charles Street with activity commenced on the Stage One release of thirty allotments.

Titles will be released once construction of the first stage is complete in about four months time.

Project Director, Brian McNamara speaking on behalf of the developers Finborough Terraces Realty said that the response to the pre-release of lots in the estate has exceeded expectations.

“Interest has been driven by a built up demand for quality housing sites in west Mooroopna particularly closer to the main shopping area and sporting facilities.

“The Building Better Regional Cities program has no doubt stimulated sales in the estate, with the $40,000 grant available to house and land package buyers who qualify

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under the terms of the incentive scheme offering a very attractive option for families.

Selected applicants may even qualify for the State Government $10,000 First Home Owners Grant, which is an added bonus for new home buyers.

“Due to the interest to date, plans for Stage Two of the estate are now being drawn up.”

The estate will comprise of six stages of 24 allotments per stage ranging in size from 400 to 1,200 square metres and will include parkland, wetlands and landscaped streetscapes as well as bike/walking paths.

Westwood Run estate has been designed to cater predominately for families, retirees and first homebuyers with a choice of lot sizes and orientation. The development includes a central parkland area and a large linear open parkland along the west boundary of the estate.

Westwood Run land sale information can be sourced from the selling Agents, Youngs & Co, Chilcott Real Estate and The Professionals or house and land packages are available from nominated project Builders, Metricon, Dennis Family Homes, Sessions Builders, Cavalier Homes and JG King Homes.

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The allure of Lifestyle

PERFECT LIFESTYLE… Master planned lifestyle estate, Elloura is perfect for retirees seeking a tranquil lifestyle change as well as young families looking for a holiday home close enough to Melbourne. Photo: Supplied.

NESTLED on the shores of beautiful Lake Nagambie, master planned lifestyle estate, Elloura is continuing to attract attention from both retirees seeking a tranquil lifestyle change and young families looking for a holiday home close enough to Melbourne that they can enjoy all year round.

Nagambie’s central locality makes it accessible and appealing to surrounding regional buyers as well as Melbourne based families. The lakeside location and proximity to town via the new boardwalk appeals to both the lifestyle changers and families who want to enjoy all of the lake’s activities with endless lifestyle opportunities.

Director of Hallmarc Developments, Michael Loccisano said, “Elloura is really starting to mature and the original concept is really coming to life. We have magnificent waterfront homes now built and lived in and the Elloura community is really starting to flourish. There is a real mix of both local buyers and buyers from outside of the region.”

“Elloura has enjoyed a pretty active start to the year so far, resulting in sales in the waterfront and park precincts. There’s also new building activity with newly completed homes and new homes under construction.”

“As far as a lakeside lifestyle choice, Nagambie is so accessible. Nagambie’s is a very special area with unique lake surrounds providing tranquillity as well as lifestyle activities and sporting pursuits and it’s all ideally located and very affordable.

“Land prices are accessible starting from as little as $115,000 and our local builders have a number of fantastic offers available exclusive to Elloura and with the current land sale offer entitling purchasers to $10,000 cash back from the developer in the Waterfront Precinct, now is the time to enjoy exclusive incentives and capitalise on future growth.

For further information or to find out more about the special land sale offer, drop into the Elloura sales office on Vickers Road in Nagambie, phone 5794 2000 or visit www.elloura.com.au

The experts in the trade

COMPREHENSIVE FLOORING SERVICE… Pictured, National Tiles and Carpet Call Shepparton Proprietors, David and Caroline Mohi. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

LOCALLY owned and operated, National Tiles and Carpet Call here in Shepparton is your premium destination for all of your flooring solutions.

In terms of branding, it doesn’t get much better than this. Separately, National Tiles and Carpet Call are both longstanding, reputable Australian owned companies and together, here in Shepparton, they offer the region the best of both worlds with a one stop comprehensive flooring service.

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showroom showcases all of the latest styles in tiles, stone, laminate, carpet, timber and vinyl as well as rugs and we won’t be beaten on price.

“And if you’re struggling with ideas on colour or texture, we can help with our expert team and computerised ‘Visualiser System’ on hand to help you realise your vision.

“The most important thing to us is ensuring that our customers enjoy the best possible service from initial consultation and product selection right through to installation and completion.”

National Tiles and Carpet Call are located at 80 01 Melbourne Road, Shepparton, “Just look for the big 8001 on the front facade of the blue and yellow building!” Call in or phone 5823 5066.

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