COASTLINE PALM BEACH ISSUE #6

Alley to Valley

Lifestyle & Property magazine

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A STUNNING COASTAL SANCTUARY, ONLY MOMENTS FROM THE BEACH APARTMENTS NOW SELLING FROM $395,000

VISIT THE DISPLAY SUITE TODAY OPEN 10AM – 4PM DAILY CNR NINETEENTH & BROOKE AVE, PALM BEACH SUNLANDGROUP.COM.AU/COASTLINE PHONE 1300 826 718

Being raised on the Gold Coast the ocean has always been a part of my life. I love that it is ever changing, with its mix of beauty and power! Each day brings a different natural work of art and new and exciting ways to capture these moments.

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elcome to the sixth edition of Coastline, and our first anniversary for the magazine!

I am humbled by the great community feedback we have been receiving and am glad we can provide this service to our community.

It has been a busy few months, as we recently acquired the LJ Hooker Coolangatta/Tweed office. The office was run by local families Peter Walmsley and Kel Judd who will be staying on the team as Sales Agents. We are planning to open a new office in Griffith Street, Coolangatta as well as maintaining our presence in the Tweed Mall Shopping Centre.

Spring has sprung, and we are seeing more properties hit the market for sale as they typically do at this time of the year. The suburb which has seen the most growth this quarter is Tallebudgera Valley with 27.3% growth in the house market and Currumbin Waters had the highest growth at 34% for units. We have included a full market update including the rental statistics further in this issue.

Please feel free to pass on any suggestions of what you would like to see in our future editions, and if you reside between Tweed Heads and Bilinga keep your eyes peeled for the first edition of our Coastline – Coolangatta/Tweed edition. Exciting times ahead!

Best Wishes

Dan Alexander

Principal LJ Hooker Palm Beach LIKE US ON FACEBOOK! ď‚‚ @ljhookerpb

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25 Boundary Street, Currumbin Waters Brand New Currumbin Home New 220m2 dwelling on 405m2 land. It's very special - and affordable. There's plenty on offer here.

• Two plan living areas plus computer/study nook • Large kitchen with butler’s pantry, stainless steel appliances and much more • Inground salt water pool - 4.5m x 2.7m with 50m2 decked entertaining area • Double garage with loft storage *Car space parking for two extra cars • Air conditioned with twin 7 kw units * 6KW Solar power system * Heat pump hot water heater • Electric Security Entrance gate to private level battle-axe block • Easy level walk to schools, RSL, surf beaches, creek water sports, parks, retail and cafes All the best lifestyle benefits in this burgeoning area at a fraction of the price of the surrounding suburbs.

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Offers over $849,000 Contact Agents Leanne Frohmuller 0410 633 180 leanne@ljhookerpb.com.au Rob Cinelli 0407 212 100 rob@ljhookerpb.com.au

24 Cuba Avenue, Palm Beach Easy Level Walk to Everything - Make an Offer • Four bedrooms • Renovated kitchen • Open plan flow-through living • Separate dining room • 4th bedroom can be used as 2nd living or rumpus room • Swimming pool • 556m2 level block with two fully fenced yards • Backing onto leafy parkway/easement • Easy walk to the beach, schools or the Pines Shopping Centre This character filled home is enveloped in leafy seclusion to enjoy right now. It’s packed with features that any family will thrive in, especially first home buyers. Get a foothold into Palm Beach with this little beauty. Make an offer now!

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Present all offers Contact Agents Leanne Frohmuller 0410 633 180 leanne@ljhookerpb.com.au Rob Cinelli 0407 212 100 rob@ljhookerpb.com.au

1/51 Kitchener Street, Tugun Brand New Free-Standing Duplex Situated in the perfect position and only streets from the sand and surf at Tugun is this immaculately presented home offering you the beach lifestyle you are dreaming about.

Quality stone benchtops throughout, heightened ceilings and glass expanses define the living room, dining space and kitchen, allowing ample natural light throughout, bold lines and a space of grand design.

The versatile upper level comprises of the master bedroom with a walk-in wardrobe, second relaxation zone and additional two bedrooms. Premium black fixtures throughout the home and state of the art energy efficient smart wiring and LED lighting. Turn the garden and foyer lights on as you are driving home and unlock the front door from your phone as you pull into the driveway. This modern home has not missed a beat.

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12 Correa Court, Elanora Beautiful Family Home Your secluded existence has a real sense of privacy tucked away and surrounded by greenery, your own oasis. Sitting high on the hill with a wonderful aspect, cool breezes and plenty of natural light, your family will hold the key to living the ultimate lifestyle.

The home is sprawled over two levels offering a modern interior, high pitched ceilings with pendant lighting on entry and a casual laid-back ambiance.

Located in a quiet family friendly cul-de-sac on a large block, there’s plenty of room for the kids and pets to play. Make no mistake, this really is the ultimate sanctuary and must be viewed to be appreciated. We look forward to showing you this beautiful home.

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WHAT’S ON

EMBRACE THE OUTDOORS THIS SPRING AND ENJOY A NON-STOP CALENDAR OF WORLD-CLASS EVENTS, COMMUNITY CELEBRATIONS AND FAMILY-FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES WITH SOMETHING FOR EVERY INTEREST AND INCLINATION. INFAMOUS SEASON EXTENDED GOLD COAST ITALOAUSTRALIAN CLUB 23 August to 16 September INFAMOUS, the adults-only Circus Cabaret has wowed Gold Coast audiences during its five-week season in the Spiegel Big Top at Broadwater Parklands and now, it will move on to a brand-new venue at Clear Island Waters.

The Spiegel Big Top will be housed at the Gold Coast Italo-Australian Club!

Naughty characters, barechested ripped acrobats, world-class dancers and crude comedians are among the lineup of extraordinary acts coming together to deliver this unique sexy adult circus experience under the Spiegel Big Top at the Gold Coast Italo-Australian Club from Thursday 23 August to Sunday 16 September!

Showcasing a combination of circus acts and uncensored burlesque, INFAMOUS is unlike any circus you’ve seen before!

Whether you’re treating your beau to an exciting date night or arranging a group for an entertaining night out – this is an experience you’re not likely to forget!

There are also a number of delectable options available including Ringside chairs, Premium A reserve seat and even Ringside tables that include table service, a bottle of bubbly, popcorn and dessert.

Tickets for the second Gold Coast season are on sale now at www.infamous.net.au

BOTANICAL BAZAAR GARDEN FESTIVAL COUNTRY PARADISE PARKLANDS, NERANG | 16 September Botanical Bazaar is where naturally wild, urban gardeners and nature lovers connect.

The festival will educate and inspire nature enthusiasts of all ages. See more than 90 green exhibitors plus celebrity gardener’s talks, demonstrations, botanical art and kids' nature activities.

Learn how to grow your own food, urban and small space gardening, using medicinal herbs and sustainable living concepts. Explore plant nurseries and landscape designs, garden materials and tools, organic beauty products and even botanical homewares.

Enjoy a relaxing day amongst the community gardens with live music by Leopold’s Treat and delicious food. $15 adults, kids free. http://botanicalbazaar.com.au

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BIRKBECKS PINK RIBBON CUP RACEDAY GOLD COAST TURF CLUB | 22 September Birkbecks Jewellers Pink Ribbon Cup Raceday will raise funds for the National Breast Cancer Foundation. Australia’s largest community fundraiser raceday will be celebrating their 11th year at the Gold Coast Turf Club. Free main gate entry is given to people wearing pink (for a gold coin donation). Tickets to the

NERANG 200 MILER NERANG 27 to 30 September Over a looped course of 25-kilometre loops, impossible to get lost, great for crews, this exciting event offers the options of 200 miles, 100 miles, 50 miles and 100, 50 and 25 kilometres. Competitors receive a free commemorative race singlet, while belt buckles will be awarded to finishers in the 200 miles, 100 miles and 100 kilometres events and commemorative medallions to finishers in the 25, 50 and 80 kilometres events. Starts at the Nerang Velodrome and runs into the bushland and suburbs around Nerang. www.nerang100miler.com/

fundraising luncheon are: $165 per person or $1650 for a table of 10. Includes De Luxe buffet lunch, afternoon tea plus a five hour beverage package. We also have a limited number of premium tables (10 tables only) at $2500 for a table of 10. Bonus inclusions: Moet bubbles, spirits, best seating and a fabulous goody bag. www.eventbrite.com. au/e/event-centre-pink-ribbon-cup-racedaytickets-44583665945

PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT LYRIC THEATRE, QPAC, BRISBANE | 26 September to 21 October The iconic hit musical has more glitter than ever, featuring a dazzling array of more than 500 award-winning costumes, 200 headdresses and a nonstop parade of dance-floor classics including ‘It’s Raining Men’, ‘I Will Survive’, ‘I Love The Nightlife’, ‘Finally’ and many more.

Based on the Oscar-winning film, Priscilla is the hilarious adventure of three friends who hop aboard a battered old bus bound for Alice Springs to put on the show of a lifetime. Their epic journey is a heart-warming story of self-discovery, sassiness and acceptance. Returning home from Broadway to reprise the role he created in the Australian premiere production, Tony and Olivier nominated actor Tony Sheldon is back in the driver seat as Bernadette. By his side with feather boas at the ready will be David Harris (Legally Blonde, Miss Saigon) as Tick and Euan Doidge (Les Misérables, Kinky Boots) as Felicia. Home and Away’s Ray Meagher, will reprise his role as outback mechanic “Bob” after playing it in the original 2007 Sydney production of Priscilla, the West End and New Zealand.

All tickets $49.90. More at https://priscillathemusical.com.au/

ON SCREEN ON SCREEN

BLACKKKLANSMAN

From visionary filmmaker Spike Lee comes the incredible true story of an American hero. It’s the early 1970s, and Ron Stallworth (John David Washington) is the first African-American detective to serve in the Colorado Springs Police Department.

Determined to make a name for himself, Stallworth bravely sets out on a dangerous mission: infiltrate and expose the Ku Klux Klan. The young detective soon recruits a more seasoned colleague, Flip Zimmerman (Adam Driver), into the undercover investigation of a lifetime. Together, they team up to take down the extremist hate group as the organization aims to sanitize its violent rhetoric to appeal to the mainstream. Produced by the team behind the Academy-Award® winning Get Out. Winner of the prestigious Grand Prix award at the 2018 Cannes Film Festival, BLACKKKLANSMAN is at Event Cinemas August 16. www.blackkklansman.com.au

JOHNNY ENGLISH STRIKES AGAIN JOHNNY ENGLISH STRIKES AGAIN is the third installment of the Johnny English comedy series, with Rowan Atkinson returning as the much loved accidental secret agent. The new adventure begins when a cyber-attack reveals the identity of all active undercover agents in Britain, leaving Johnny English as the secret service’s last hope. Called out of retirement, English dives head first into action with the mission to find the mastermind hacker. As a man with few skills and analogue methods, Johnny English must overcome the challenges of modern technology to make this mission a success. JOHNNY ENGLISH STRIKES AGAIN is in Cinemas September 20

ON SCREEN ON SCREEN NIGHT SCHOOL

Star Kevin Hart and producer Will Packer, who partnered for the hit Ride Along and Think Like a Man series, bring their signature style to NIGH SCHOOL .The comedy from director Malcolm D. Lee (Girls Trip), also starring Tiffany Haddish, follows a group of misfits who are forced to attend adult classes in the longshot chance they’ll pass the GED exam. NIGHT SCHOOL is In Cinemas September 27.

FIRST MAN

On the heels of their six-time Academy Award®winning smash, La La Land, Oscar®-winning director Damien Chazelle and star Ryan Gosling reteam for Universal Pictures’ First Man, the riveting story of NASA’s mission to land a man on the moon, focusing on Neil Armstrong and the years 1961-1969. A visceral, first-person account, based on the book by James R. Hansen, the movie will explore the sacrifices and the cost—on Armstrong and on the nation—of one of the most dangerous missions in history. FIRST MAN is In Cinemas October 11.

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LI JUS ST T ED 62 Blamey Drive, Currumbin The Heartbeat of Currumbin Situated in one of Currumbin's most sought after streets, this coastal abode will excite you with its possibilities, delight you with its refurbishment and please you with its relaxed Currumbin village location. Enticingly close to the beach, your lifestyle will be enhanced with a therapeutic surf or a morning swim or simply a casual beach walk- all moments away.

Refreshing all white interior throughout provides a light, airy feel with a casual laid-back ambience. All over one level, with a massive 900m2. Let your creative flare run wild. Complete your home by adding the pool if desired or implement adding the granny flat (subject to council approvals). There’s scope for improvement in a million-dollar street - You're in good company.

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12/495 Golden Four Drive, Tugun The Seaside Dream The spacious apartment is positioned to maximizing the ocean views and sea breezes and boasts a host of quality inclusions and lifestyle opportunities right at your door step. In an excellent locale, literally meters to the white sand and blue ocean, leave the towel at home for a quick swim, surf or morning beach walk. You are right amongst Tugun's seaside village atmosphere with cafes, restaurants and shopping at your fingertips.

• Gourmet kitchen with stone tops; • Spacious open plan living and dining; • Generous bedrooms, master with ensuite; • Quality bathroom with luxury spa bath; • Large under cover balcony; • Secure lockup garage; • Small block, low body corp, investment dream If you are looking for a low maintenance sea change this is the dream!

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SO 17/14 Wilpark Crescent, Currumbin Waters Sensational Main Riverfront Home – Currumbin There are plenty of waterfront homes in our area, but there are not many like this one for the price. The two-storey residence enjoys absolute Currumbin Creek front exposure with easy quick access to the Alley. With its own private swimming basking in loads of sunshine, this home has everything.

• Renovated home • 3 bedrooms; 2 bathrooms upstairs • Modern kitchen; separate living & dining; study; laundry; powder room; double garage downstairs Enjoy all the best waterfront lifestyle.

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81 Old Ferry Road, Banora Point Bankruptcy Sale - Great Opportunity Apart from the obvious cause of sale, this home has SO MUCH potential here that it's just crazy; so if you're looking for the possible bargain of the century, get here right now!

Here are the good bits of the house; • The view speaks for itself • The kitchen is pretty awesome. The appliances are incredible. You should see the amazing cooktop and oven (I'm so jealous) • Plenty of creative kitchen storage • Plenty of space - inside and out • Four bedrooms - two with ensuites • The fourth bedroom could be converted to a granny flat with separate entry • Solar electricity panels on the roof • The property is fenced on three sides. A couple of gates will contain pets.

• Good off-street parking for trailer, boat, extra car, etc

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Blended with essential oils, Aphrodite Hair Oil will repair and strengthen hair. For your body, Gypsy Oil is crafted from Sweet Almond Oil, Apricot Oil, Camellia Oil and Pomegranate Oil to leave the skin feeling soft and supple. www.luxaestiva.com

FEEL THE POWER Cult Spanish skincare range, Skeyndor uses advanced hydro-technology to reinforce the skin’s water reserves. The Skeyndor Power Hyaluronic Deep Moisturising Mask combines Hyaluronic Acid, encapsulated Polarised Water in liposome form and Xylitol that offers a sustained action to hydrate, strengthen the barrier function and restore the skin’s natural hydrodynamics and prevent further dehydration. It re-awakens the skin’s youth by keeping collagen and elastin fibres flexible and delivering an immediate and visible skin renewal. RRP $59 for 50ml. www.skeyndoraustralia.com.au Tel: 1800 554 545 for stockists.

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THE RIVALRY BETWEEN THE TOP REAL ESTATE BRANDS CONTINUES AS ONE HIGH-PERFORMANCE TEAM HAS SWAPPED ALLEGIANCE AND JOINED LJ HOOKER IN ONE OF QUEENSLAND’S MOST LUCRATIVE MARKETS. eam Jensen, led by Mark Jensen, an elite performer at Ray White Palm Beach in 2016, is the latest addition to LJ Hooker Palm Beach as the agency scales up to

accommodate the southern Gold Coast’s rising profile.

With support from wife Robyne and daughter Melissa, Mr Jensen qualified in three of the last five years in the top 5 per cent of all Ray White real estate professionals. Last year, Mr Jensen was also named in the Queensland A List.

The Mark Jensen team joins LJ Hooker as interest in the southern Gold Coast market continues to grow. According to CoreLogic, Palm Beach’s median house price rose by 9.4 per cent to $820,000 over the last 12 months, positioning it as one of the Gold Coast’s most competitive markets. Across the M1 at Elanora, houses rose by 6.3 per cent, $680,000 median, while units increased by 8.3 per cent, $392,500 median.

Hooker and the Palm Beach team as being the gateway for that.”

Owner of LJ Hooker Palm Beach Daniel Alexander said that he was pleased to have the Jensen team on board.

“We’ve accommodated the heightened interest by growing our team to more than 30 staff.

Over the past couple of years, we have built the support structures to enable our people to fulfil their true potential. Having proven performers of the calibre of the Mark Jensen team will further cement us as the leading option for real estate services in our market.

“For the last three years, we’ve witnessed the owner-occupant and investor love affair with our coastal lifestyle and proximity to infrastructure grow exponentially.”

Mr Jensen said that the family team has been LJ Hooker state director Stephen Mutton said that the Jensens were the latest

based locally for almost 15 years.

HAVING PROVEN PERFORMERS OF THE industry leaders to recognise the CALIBRE OF THE MARK rejuvenated brand’s ability to propel JENSEN TEAM WILL FURTHER CEMENT their business goals.

US AS THE LEADING “LJ Hooker’s multi-faceted OPTION FOR REAL transformation is allowing specialists ESTATE SERVICES IN OUR MARKET. like Mark and his family the

platform to reach new levels,” Mr Mutton said.

“Mark has reinforced his position

“The move to LJ Hooker Palm Beach is not just for me. We’re a family real estate team, and Bob and Daniel, who are father and son managers, have fostered a family-focused culture in

terms of their office and customers.

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xperience, local knowledge and sincerity are just a few of the many qualities that distinguish Mark Jensen as an exceptional real estate agent.

Mark has achieved outstanding results in real estate on the southern Gold Coast for over a decade, having won many awards and being a consistent member of the Sales Elite Club: 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2011, 2014 and Alan White Elite 2015, 2016 & 2017.

If you have had the pleasure of working with Mark you will know of his passion and dedication to the region. He and Robyne have lived in Palm Beach for over twelve years, and love the lifestyle that the coastal suburb offers. Throughout this time Mark and Robyne have acquired a thorough knowledge of the local property market – knowledge that they are very willing to share with their clients.

Mark is genuine in his commitment to obtaining the best possible results for his clients. You will find him diligent and sincere in providing a quality real estate service. He welcomes your enquiry and the opportunity to share his valuable local and industry insight.

For the right property advice call Mark on 0410 439 950 or markjensenteam@ljhookerpb.com.au.

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For all Properties Listed before 30 September 2018 * TUGUN PROPERTY SPECIALIST Madonna Delaney Licensed Real Estate Agent Interior Design Consultant Shop 2, 10 Fifth Avenue Palm Beach QLD 4221

Legal Conveyancing Services will be provided by: Delaneys Lawyers 16 Queensland Ave, Broadbeach QLD 4218 Tel: 07 5531 7777 Fax: 07 5592 2061 Email: info@delaneyslawyers.com.au

Mobile: 0411 421 064 Email: madonna@ljhookerpb.com.au *Must sign a 90 day exclusive listing agreement *Property must be sold by Madonna Delaney

39 Monash Street, Tugun Near New Modern Coastal Beachside House Approximately 500m walking distance to the beach and a little further to Tugun Village with all its vibrant trendy cafes and restaurants. This property was built new in 2006. It is not a renovation. One of only a few near new modern properties in the area. It has a modern coastal flow design with an open plan designed to stay cool with the beautiful coastal breezes.

It has a parents retreat with ensuite containing a spa bath as well as a walk-in robe. There are also three bedrooms downstairs and a dedicated cinema room which could possibly be a fifth bedroom.

Open plan living and lounge area adjoining the modern kitchen which has stone bench tops and stainless steel appliances. This property has a beautiful flow and catches all those precious breezes in summer.

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SUCH A DESIRABLE SUBURB TO CALL MY HOME

ugun has retained that old village feel, which has now been lost in most areas of the Gold Coast. It has kept that ‘old Gold Coast feel’ from an earlier period, yet it is only 20 minutes away from Broadbeach and Robina. It is a place where people from all different backgrounds mix.

There is no snobbery.

It has direct access to the M1, has the Gold Coast’s largest private hospital and is close to the airport.

The type of housing is very diverse from multi-million dollar beachfront homes, old beachside fibro shacks, elevated houses with magnificent coastal views, holiday resorts, as well as your more standard style homes. Every property is in walking distance to some of the best beaches on the Gold Coast (they are protected from those strong Southerlies) as well as the convenience of the shops, banks, restaurants, cafes and the post office in Tugun Village.

The Tugun Progress Association is very active at bringing the community together with regular events and get togethers. It also operates the last Community owned hall (Tom Atkins Hall) on the Gold Coast.

In the lead up to the recent Commonwealth Games, Council spent money on the roads with a major upgrade of Golden Four Drive to become cycle safe and friendly; parks and gardens also received attention as Tugun is the first area people see when they leave the airport and head North. It is a major gateway to the rest of the Gold Coast.

In the last 12 months there has been an influx of new trendy restaurants and cafes in Tugun Village and quite a number of very impressive beachfront and beachside homes built with many more planned.

The Oceanway from Tugun to Bilinga is currently under construction. Once completed you will be able to walk or ride your bike along the beachfront all the way from Currumbin to Coolangatta. Nowhere else on the Gold Coast will you be able to do that for such a long distance. It will be a massive drawcard to the area and great addition to the lifestyle for all ‘Tugunites’.

House values in Tugun range from as low as $500,000 to more than $10,000,000.

Where can you buy a house within walking distance to the beach for only $500,000. It can’t last forever!

0411 421 064 | MADONNA@L JHOOKERPB.COM.AU

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Pursuit of

Happiness SUCCESS COACH, LISA STEPHENSON RECOMMENDS RESILIENCE OVER HAPPINESS AND SHARES WITH US WHY HAPPINESS IS THE OUTCOME RATHER THAN THE GOAL.

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hat if happiness was an outcome rather than a life goal? You’ve no doubt read a lot of hype in recent years around the concept of happiness. Where to find it, how to feel it, how to keep it. Well here’s my take on it: first, we don’t need to be happy all the time, and second, if you’re not happy it doesn’t mean you are sad. I know!

Breaking news. A full life encompasses it all, the entire gamut of emotions, the plethora of feelings and the richness of emotional experience. Love, fear, joy, sadness, surprise, anger – that’s life!

In a society obsessed with the constant quest for happiness, you can find yourself dissatisfied and feeling like an underachiever. We’ve become so inundated with ‘think positive’ messaging that we are almost fearful of feeling anything other than happy. The word ‘happiness’ alone can incite anxiety. Why aren’t I as happy as everyone else?

Importantly, happiness can be momentary. You might in fact be setting yourself up for unhappiness if you live your life in a way that expects happiness to be long lasting.

START MAKING RESILIENCE A FOCUS AND THE HAPPINESS WILL COME ANYWAY. Being resilient doesn’t mean you aren’t allowed to have a bad day, or that you walk around spouting inspirational quotes to anyone who will listen. It does mean being conscious of the fact that your most trying moments in life can be the greatest life lessons and that a traumatic experience can become your personal triumph. Happiness is a consequence of how we manage and how we feel about what happens to us, and it’s the people who have resilience who are happiest.

The people who ‘bounce back’ better and faster spend less time down and more time up – that’s logical, right?

IF YOU ARE

Everybody wants to be RESILIENT PEOPLE ARE CONSIDERING HOW happy. Of course you do!

HAPPIER PEOPLE BECAUSE YOU CAN BECOME But the next time you catch THEY: A MORE RESILIENT yourself feeling down in • Have a greater ability PERSON, MAKE SURE the dumps, and wishing to ‘reframe’; to look for YOU MUSTER A LITTLE you felt happier, step the positive, the better PATIENCE. WHEN YOU back and consider what response, the best way ARE DOING THE WORK you are learning from the out or forward.

AND CREATING THE experience. Be proud of • Don’t stay long in CHANGE, IT CAN TAKE how you are handling the victimhood, or look to A WHILE TO REALISE situation and trust that allocate blame to others.

• More quickly move YOU’VE MADE THE RIGHT next time life throws you a curve ball you will be on from the negative CHOICES. stronger, braver and more emotions and selfprepared. It’s so important manage their mindset.

• Choose courage and solution focused that you build trust in your own ability to evolve. When you stop to celebrate how thinking.

• Surround themselves with people who you survived something or stepped into a tell them the truth and want them to be challenge, it’s success and that’s something to be happy about. successful in life.

If you are considering how you can • Don’t let life’s challenges define them.

• Consciously decide what particular become a more resilient person, make sure meaning they will attribute to you muster a little patience. When you are doing the work and creating the change, it experiences. can take a while to realise you’ve made the People who take responsibility for themselves right choices. There are no quick fixes when and their own decisions and actions are the it comes to building your resilience, you will happiest. And happier people spend most time have setbacks and some quick wins, so just with others who are optimistic and happy, keep going. Identify opportunities to stretch and minimal time with people who drag them yourself. We know we learn most when down – emotions are catchy things! In my we are uncomfortable and remember your experience as a coach, people who are resilient values, life experiences and beliefs can guide in their responses to what life throws at them your decision-making as you progress. Do are more peaceful and healthier – physically, a reality check on where you find yourself emotionally and spiritually. They’re happier, in life right now and then make plans for though they do not need to be happy all the how you are going to look after yourself time. The good news is that I have worked physically, emotionally, spiritually in a way with enough people to know that all these that builds your resilience. behaviours and attitudes that happier people display can be learned.

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roperty investing is possible for low income earners. In addition to the traditional ways of getting into property investing on a limited income, crowd funding now enables aspiring property investors to buy a share in a property for as little as $2,500. Let’s look at some of the options for property investing for low income earners.

JOINING FORCES WITH FRIENDS AND RELATIVES This option will boost attractiveness for banks. For example, a young person living at home earning $45,000 a year with savings of $30,000 is not an attractive client for banks.

But if you can get three people with combined incomes of $135,000 and provide a deposit of $90,000, it’s a totally different story.

If you choose this option, you must have a written agreement in place, and you must split the loan along ownership lines. Some companies specialise in agreements for situations like this — one example is Pod Property.

For example, if you buy a new townhouse and your loan is $360,000 including buying costs, each of the three buyers can have a loan split of $120,000. One may pay interest only, one might make principal and interest payments and one could make large extra payments. When the property is sold — per the sale date in the agreement — your net proceeds will vary depending on your loan balance at the time of sale.

FAMILY PLEDGE LOANS A family pledge loan can work for low income earners buying a low-priced property, particularly those living at home as no rent means you can borrow more. Essentially if you have a family member with equity in their home, they can let you use that equity as a deposit to buy your first home or investment.

You will need to show the bank some savings history but you can borrow 100% of the cost of buying the property. (I cover this zerodeposit option in more detail in my book, The Formula to Successful Property Investing).

CROWD FUNDING — AN EXCITING NEW OPTION DomaCom is an example of a company offering property crowd funding. Their model enables low income earners to invest in direct property in a new way.

you are receiving very little interest on your savings. Now you can put your savings into a share of a property and likely get a higher return on money than bank interest plus the capital growth as well.

You might have some money inside a selfmanaged super fund that you can use to invest in property instead of shares. Parents or grandparents who want to put money aside for the future of young ones can now put that money into an investment property instead of shares or a bank account.

HERE’S A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF HOW IT WORKS: A property is loaded on to the DomaCom platform, and through your financial advisor, you nominate to buy a percentage of that property. Your investment can be from $2,500 to any amount you like.Each month you receive your share of the rent.

Every year the property is revalued so you know how it is performing from a capital growth perspective. After five years all owners vote on whether to hold this property for a further five years. The vote must be unanimous — if you vote to sell and the other owners vote to hold, they have 30 days to buy your share, otherwise the property is sold and your share is paid to you.

At any time in those five years you can offer your share for sale through the platform at whatever price you and the buyer agree.

With this crowd funding model, you don’t need to invest in one property — you can buy shares in multiple properties or a portfolio of them that are listed as one package. You also get to choose the property type you think will work best for you.

PROPERTY CROWD FUNDING CREATES NEW POSSIBILITIES You may be saving a deposit for a property but you are constantly chasing the market, with prices rising faster than you can save, and

Of course, selecting the right property is vital. Stay away from student and holiday accommodation, hotel rooms and the like.

Stick to standard residential property or, perhaps, the right commercial one.

YOUR KEY OPTIONS WITH PROPERTY CROWD FUNDING ARE: • COMMERCIAL • RESIDENTIAL BALANCED – properties that will achieve both reasonable cash flow and capital growth • CAPITAL GROWTH – typically inner city heritage properties that will have a poor rental yield but provide excellent capital growth • CASH FLOW – dual income properties or an inner-city apartment let out on the short- term rental market.

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BABY BOOMERS HEADING INTO RETIREMENT, OR EVEN ALREADY ENJOYING THEIR GOLDEN YEARS, HAVE MUCH TO THINK ABOUT WHEN IT COMES TO THEIR FUTURE PROSPERITY.

ged roughly between 50 and 70 years capital growth, and these can often be found old, this generation is looking for ways in the middle rings of the city and have the to ensure they can support themselves added bonus of not only being suitable to families but also have undersupply issues in their retirement years.

However, government intervention, credit which make them more likely to rise in price.

“It’s true that the first couple of years prices restrictions and potential changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax if Labor were to could go down in some areas because they carry a high level of risk due win the next federal election, to credit restrictions, a drop have cast doubt as to how to DUE TO UNDERSUPPLY in foreign investors, and the proceed.

AND SEVERE reforms to negative gearing According to Doron Peleg, UNAFFORDABILITY IN and capital gains tax if Labor CEO of RiskWise Property PLACES LIKE SYDNEY, wins the federal election, Research, the best way to generate long-term healthy MELBOURNE AND MANY but after this, prices will go AREAS IN SOUTHEAST back up and then you have a rental return from investment QUEENSLAND, THERE property suitable for ownerproperties alongside long-term capital growth is to do the WAS STRONG DEMAND occupiers.

“In addition, there are research and buy right.

FOR SUCH PROPERTIES The RiskWise and

BY OWNER-OCCUPIERS, property markets, such as southeast Queensland, which WargentAdvisory Impact SO NOT ONLY WERE Analysis: Negative Gearing, THEY LIKELY TO ACHIEVE have many areas where houses carry only a low level CGT & Australia’s Residential HEALTHY CAPITAL Property Markets report GROWTH, THE POTENTIAL of risk, and are projected to deliver solid capital growth, highlights the issues Baby AUDIENCE IN THE particularly in the medium Boomers need to be aware MARKET WAS HIGHER. and long term.” of when looking for solid He said it was important to investment properties.

“The objective is to buy and hold, but you choose properties that appealed to families also need to know where to buy and which who were more likely to be long-term market you are targeting - primary (which tenants than singles.

This is especially the case if they have children is eligible for tax concessions) or secondary (not eligible for tax concessions). Investors and the unit is in a school catchment area. It need to understand that if they try to sell must also have proximity to good transport these properties they will be in the secondary solutions and parking is a must.

“If you can attract good tenants, you can also markets so, if the reforms do take place, they won’t be qualified for tax concessions,” Mr reduce the costs associated with the changes of tenants such as letting fees and other Peleg said.

“It’s important to look for properties with expenses. It also means there is a low vacancy good long-term rental return and long-term rate,” he said.

“In addition, good tenants mean you don't have to spend as much on maintenance as they are more likely to look after the property.

“Younger renters on a budget are more likely to move around and therefore you have a higher vacancy rate and letting fees.”

Mr Peleg said due to undersupply and severe unaffordability in places like Sydney, Melbourne and many areas in southeast Queensland, there was strong demand for such properties by owner-occupiers, so not only were they likely to achieve healthy capital growth, the potential audience in the market was higher.

He said this was opposed to small units with one or two bedrooms which were not suitable for families and had little demand for owneroccupiers and therefore presented greater risk.

“The number one strategy in property investment is to have low-risk, good long-term tenants and projected return, along with good mitigating strategies regarding any potential changes to negative gearing if Labor were to be voted in,” he said. www.riskwiseproperty.com.au

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Puglia: WHY GO THERE INSTEAD OF TUSCANY?

Villa Terrarossa, Monopoli

WE ALL KNOW THAT THE GOLD COAST OFFERS ONE OF AUSTRALIA’S (AND THE WORLD’S) BEST LIFESTYLES, OTHERWISE WHY WOULD WE BE LIVING OR INVESTING HERE? UNLESS, OF COURSE, YOU’RE LIKE SOME OF OUR FRIENDS WHO MOVED TO TASMANIA BECAUSE THEY LOVE COLD WEATHER, LOG FIRES AND NAUGHTY EXHIBITION GALLERIES LIKE MONA.

PHOTO BY THE THINKING TRAVELLER

BY PHIL HAWKES

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et as I sit and write this, I wish I were somewhere else…southern Italy to be precise. And somewhere not overrun by crowds of noisy tourists!

The province of Puglia, the heel of Italy’s boot is not so well known to most Australians but that’s all changing. The time to go is now, before it changes…with many of us looking for new pastures to play in. You won’t hear many Aussie accents there, yet.

So, what’s the attraction? Well, Puglia encompasses several distinctly different regions ranging from the Salento in the deep south, to the Valle d’Itria in the middle and Gargano in the north. They’re all different, and when contemplating a holiday in Puglia you need to do your homework and research what each region offers. Look for the major areas around Monopoli, Polignano, Brindisi, Lecce, Otranto and Gallipoli (not the one in Turkey!)

travel Mauro and Valentina, wonderful hosts at Terrarossa

Courtyard at La Corte dei Miracoli, Salve

Masseria Salinola, Ostuni Puglia

Our choices were the Itria Valley and the Salento for the contrast, and frankly, to compare for future holidays. Here are a few suggestions depending on what kind of holiday you have in mind: VILLAS For us, this is the ultimate Puglia experience. You can find a villa for any number of people from two upwards and of course the more guests, the cheaper it gets on a per-person basis. Most villas are rented in weekly blocks, Saturday to Saturday but in the off-peak seasons you may be able to negotiate shorter stays. However the joy of not packing and moving every few days can’t be underestimated.

Most villas have everything including the kitchen sink…including English satellite TV and a pool. Or a fireplace for the cooler months. Cooking lessons can be easily arranged (great fun for a group) or

better still, a dine-in chef will do it all for you. And there’s always a great restaurant or trattoria not far away… this is Italy!

There’s a reservation service called The Thinking Traveller who specialise in villa rentals for English-speaking guests and they do an incredible job organising everything to your specific brief. They booked us at Terrarossa near the town of Fasano, close to Monopoli and it was perfect…we were met by the villa owners and

Cosimo and Rosa, hosts at La Corte dei Miracoli, Salve, Puglia

Silvestro's kitchen at his cooking school, Lecce Puglia

THE PROVINCE OF PUGLIA, THE HEEL OF ITALY’S BOOT IS NOT SO WELL KNOWN TO MOST AUSTRALIANS BUT THAT’S ALL CHANGING. THE TIME TO GO IS NOW, BEFORE IT CHANGES…

MASSERIAS A masseria is a converted farmhouse ranging from fairly basic to 5 star luxury. The difference is that they mostly have a restaurant and include breakfast, and can be booked for short stays. Some are working farms and you can get involved in olive or grape picking as well as learning how to cook with the wonderful produce abundant in the region.

Our choice was Masseria Salinola near Ostuni, the “white city”. Definitely upmarket, very friendly and an optional 45 euro set course dinner by the fireplace. Top cuisine. www.masseriasalinola.it B AND Bs These are everywhere in Puglia, as you’d expect.

In places like Lecce, Ostuni, Martina Franca and Alberobello you may be better off staying just outside the city walls if you have a car, owing to parking restrictions inside. Lecce is a definite mustsee city for its Baroque architecture, Roman ruins… and great coffee at Cittadino. Ah, and gelati!

Roberto and Stephanie are the ones to contact for a B&B: www.labellalecce.it Lecce also has a great cooking school presided over by the charismatic Silvestro: http://awaitingtable.com for a fun-filled and informative day.

That’s just a small taste of what Italy’s boot has to offer…it’s far from down-at-heel, but Puglia is earthy, authentic, engaging and a haven for good food and wine. Best time to go is in the shoulder seasons April/May and September/October to avoid summer crowds, traffic and prices! www.viaggiareinpuglia.it There are various way of getting to Bari, the capital of Puglia. Instead of struggling through airports, the train from Rome or Milan is a better choice. www.railplus.com.au Lunch at La Peschiera Hotel Restaurant, Monopoli

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What’s happening in our local property market Strongest growth

Most traded

Fastest sellers

Tallebudgera Valley 27.3%

Elanora 203 sales

Elanora 25 days

Currumbin Waters 34.0%

Palm Beach 278 sales

Palm Beach 25 days

At LJ Hooker Palm Beach our goal is to provide you with the information you need to make conident decisions about property - whether you are buying, selling, investing or renting. We have created this report which details local market conditions and how property is performing in your area which at times can be very different to the combined performance of the capital cities. Let us help you stay on top of changes in your local property market every month.

Across our local market, we have seen 1,402 properties listed for sale, over the past 12 months, which is lower than the same time last year. This has impacted sales with 1,397 taking place over the past 12 months. Looking at the house market, the best performing suburb, over the past 12 months, has been Tallebudgera Valley which has seen its median sales price grow by 27.3%. The median sales price of a home in Tallebudgera Valley is now $1,050,000. Tallebudgera saw its median house sales price grow by 14.9% with the median price now sitting at $911,500 and Palm Beach grew 9.3% across 172 individual sales with a median of $820,000.

The most traded suburb for houses in our area has been Elanora with 203 homes sold over the past 12 months while Palm Beach had the most unit sales with 278 transactions. House prices in Elanora have performed well with growth of 6.3% and now have a median price of $680,000.

Over the past month, about $1,000,000 in units and $5,521,000 in houses has been sold in Elanora with $28.1m and $141.44m respectively sold over the past 12 months.

Currumbin Waters has demonstrated the strongest price growth for units with prices rising 34.0% over the past 12 months. The median sales price for units in Currumbin Waters is now $502,495 and with a median rent of $480 a week, they offer a rental yield of 5.8%.

The highest median housing rents in our area are $730 per week in Currumbin Valley and for units $495 per week in Currumbin.

Housing rental yields in Elanora are currently 5.0% demonstrating why the area is popular with investors.

The time it takes to sell a house in our region ranges from 25 days in Elanora to 50 days in Tallebudgera, and the shortest median time to sell a unit is 25 days in Palm Beach.

Top performing local suburbs Tallebudgera Valley

Houses

Units

35

$1,050,000

27.3%

3.4%

Tallebudgera

57

$911,500

14.9%

3.6%

Palm Beach

172

$820,000

9.3%

4.1%

Currumbin Waters

90

$502,495

34.0%

4.9%

Currumbin

92

$552,500

14.7%

4.3%

Elanora

69

$392,500

8.3%

2.7%

Number sold (12 months)

Median Price

Palm Beach

Median Growth 12 months

Annual Change over 10 years

This month it’s all about Elanora d One of the most popular suburbs in our region is Elanora where 253 houses were listed for sale over the past year. Houses in Elanora have an average land size of 954 square metres. d The suburb also has a medium apartment market with 86 units listed for sale over the past year.

d The median value of houses in Elanora is $676,628. This is lower than the median sales price which is currently $680,000. d Houses are typically selling within 25 days. d Sales prices have grown by 6.3% over the past 12 months and vendors are typically discounting by -4.1% to secure a sale.

Over 12-month period (1 May 2017 to 30 Apr 2018)

d The suburb is tightly held with residents typically holding their house for 13 years.

Suburb snapshot

Houses

Number Sold Median Sale Price Annual Change in Median Price

Units

203

69

$680,000

$392,500

6.3%

8.3%

Median Asking Rent

$615

$440

Indicative Gross Rental Yield

5.0%

5.8%

253

86

25

29

$141.44m

$28.1m

Total Listings Median Days on Market Total Value of Sales

Our local area expertise – investing For housing investors, the best buying in our area can be found in Elanora where houses are returning a 5.0% yield, while units in Elanora are returning a 5.8% yield - making it a good place for savvy investors to look for inlation-beating returns.

The median price of a house in Elanora currently is $680,000 and average rents are $615 per week whereas median unit prices are $392,500 in Elanora with rents of $440 per week. This means it could be possible to purchase a cashpositive investment unit.

Unit prices in Elanora have jumped by 8.3% over the past year, meaning investors who bought a year ago have seen good gains and good rental returns.

Currumbin Waters is the second best yielding unit suburb in our area with units that cost around the median price of $502,495 returning 5.8% with median asking rents of $480 per week, while Palm Beach also is worth watching with returns of 5.3% based on a median price of $445,500 and rents of $420 per week.

Palm Beach

For those interested in investing in houses, also consider Currumbin Waters where prices have grown 6.3% while yields are 4.6% - which could be a cash low positive investment.

Highest yielding suburbs in our area Change Median Sale Median in Median Price* Asking Rent* Price*

Indicative Gross Rental Yield*

Suburb

Number Sold*

Elanora

203

$680,000

6.3%

$615

5.0%

Currumbin Waters

120

$680,000

6.3%

$600

4.6%

Tallebudgera

57

$911,500

14.9%

$690

4.2%

Elanora

69

$392,500

8.3%

$440

5.8%

Currumbin Waters

90

$502,495

34.0%

$480

5.8%

Palm Beach

278

$445,500

3.8%

$420

5.3%

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Chef Evan White has been mastering the art of authentic Mexican food for many years now and is looking forward to sharing his creations with the Byron Bay palate. The cooking will be more “coastal” or “Caribbean” style Mexican and it’s important to note that this is going to be very different Mexican restaurant that channels the beaches of Mexico.

The atmosphere, style and food will be relaxed, fresh and bright to reflect the chilled lifestyle (including surf and yoga culture) found in both Byron Bay and coastal Oaxaca, enticing national and international visitors.

The menu will be slow ‘fast food’ with all corn tortillas made in house daily. Expect dishes such as tacos al pastor with grilled pineapple, daily changing ceviche Mexicana, esquites (off-the-cob corn grilled and slathered with condiments), sharing plates from the asado (pollo, pulpo, pescado), and Cochinita pibil (slow cooked pork, sour orange, coriander, lime, pickled onion).

east coast current of Australia has the same ecosystems as the Mexican Gulf Stream and they share the same ocean fauna such as tuna, sail fish, prawns, great whites and many more.

Byron Bay is unique in the Australian market in its accessibility to fresh seafood direct from the source by the producer (as you would find in Mexico) and Evan would like to draw a connection to this. Byron Bay also grows cream guava, nopales cactus, beautiful jewel corn, and many subtropical fruits and BREAKFAST AND LUNCH: herbs.

MON-SAT 7AM-11AM / The 60-seat restaurant 11AM-3PM (including 20-seats outside) DINNER: TUES-SAT will have a relaxed, beach 5.30PM-10PM SUNDAY: 10AM-6PM atmosphere with subtle touches of true Mexico.

CHUPACABRA SHOP 12A, 3 CLIFFORD ST, SUFFOLK PARK, BYRON BAY

The cocktail program will feature a signature ‘Chupacabra’ margarita on tap with tropical twists available seasonally, a spin on the classic michelada, and classics with a Mexican flavour, such as, Horchata Coladas and Mezcal Negroni.

A large range of tequila and mezcal will also be www.chupacabra.com.au available, including mezcal @chupabyron from Oaxaca city that has never been seen in Australia before. The concise wine list will feature small production winemakers (local and international), including ‘Cactus’ by Jared Dixon.

Chupacabra will have its own range of fresh pressed juices, home-made sodas and a special blend of Mexican coffee (Mexican beans roasted and blended locally).

Evan and Amelia chose Byron Bay to open their Mexican restaurant due to all the similarities which connect the cultures, ocean and land. The

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MORE THE FIRST FOOD NIGHT MARKET OF ITS KIND LOCATED IN BURLEIGH HEADS, BBQBAZAAR GOLD COAST FEATURES 17 LOCAL VENDORS WITH BBQ INSPIRED FOOD CONCEPTS FROM AROUND THE WORLD. 

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pen Friday and Saturday nights, with something for everyone, the whole family can eat their way through South America, Jamaica, Italy, Asia and Australia in one night! Vendors offer a good selection of vegetarian options and delectable desserts, a fully stocked bar, eight craft beers on tap, wine and cocktails.

Live music enhances the vibe, and Follow BBQBazaarGC on Facebook to see the latest artist announcements and special events including Sunday Sessions.

Here, founder and director Michael Salay tells us what inspired BBQBazaar and how it’s catching on!

How did you come up with the concept?

Food manufacturing is our background. We saw markets popping up everywhere but did not want to compete with all others and did not want substandard food like some of the others. We decided it had to have a bar and live music, which all fell into place with some very good people that we met by chance.

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THE FRESH FOOD, THE AROMAS, THE LAYOUT, THE OFFER AND THE OVERALL VIBE. WE STAY AWAY FROM DULL MUSIC! THE VENUE IS VERY WELL MAINTAINED WITH CONSTANT CHANGE AND VERY FAMILY-FRIENDLY.

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overall vibe. We stay away from dull music! The venue is very well maintained with constant change and very familyfriendly.

What is the variety of food at BBQBazaar?

BBQ from around the world: South America, Europe, Asia, with a bit of healthy salad based food thrown in for more choice.

Do you have any events or activities coming up?

We have a band competition coming up as well as larger live acts planned. Then there’s a huge New Year’s Eve night planned which we cannot reveal just yet!

BBQBZAAR GOLD COAST, OPEN FRIDAY 5PM - 10PM AND SATURDAY 4PM - 10PM. 18 JUNCTION ROAD, BURLEIGH HEADS. What is the appeal of TO BOOK FOR GROUPS OF 10 OR MORE, TELEPHONE 0410 415 498 BBQBazaar?

The fresh food, the aromas, the layout, the offer and the MORE AT https://bbqbazaargc.com.au/

30 Mirreen Drive, Tugun Renovation Complete! Beach & Cafe Lifestyle Just a 2km walk to the Tugun beachfront and restaurant precinct, this five bedroom family home has undergone a facelift inside and out!

With an enviable alfresco area and large in-ground pool, get in now before the hot summer hits! Gleaming tiles and fresh contemporary paintwork greet you upon entrance and extend throughout the open-plan lounge and dining, anchored superbly by the wood fireplace for added ambiance. Set in a modern monochrome design, the kitchen is resplendent with sleek black cabinetry, feature splash back, island bench and granite benches. Superb al fresco living has been mastered with a huge covered patio area, running the full width of the house and complete with built-in seating, kitchen window servery, and stylish stenciled concrete. With the adjoining large inground pool and elevated yard space at the rear, it provides a relaxing haven. In addition, there is a spacious covered front deck providing the perfect spot for Sunday breakfast or morning cuppa.

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21 Glentrees Grove, Currumbin Waters Hidden Oasis, Resort Style Living In an elevated position at the end of a peaceful cul-de-sac street, this home has undergone a modern transformation, with multiple entertaining areas for every occasion! Inside this spacious family home, the living, kitchen and dining are all set in a great easyflow layout with stylish timber flooring stretching throughout.

Centrally located, the kitchen provides a huge space to cater for busy family mornings, with a fantastic U-shaped design, an abundance of cabinetry storage and expansive bench space. Get ready to take advantage of Queensland’s perfect weather with the resort styled in-ground pool the star of your enviable al fresco zone. With fabulous surrounding decking and covered cabana area, it is the ideal spot for Summer BBQ’s. The cooler seasons will be welcomed with the built-in fire pit and seating area elevated at the rear of the spacious backyard.

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BOB’S JOKES FOR YOU WHO NEED TO KNOW EVERYTHING:

The liquid inside young coconuts can be used as a substitute for BLOOD PLASMA. No piece of paper can be folded in half more than seven (7) times. Oh , go ahead ...

I'LL WAIT.

VENUS IS THE ONLY PLANET THAT ROTATES CLOCKWISE. (Since Venus is normally associated with women, what does this tell you?)

That women are going in the 'right' direction...!

The King of Hearts is the only King APPLES, NOT CAFFEINE, WITHOUT A MOUSTACHE are more efficient at waking you up in the morning American Airlines saved $40,000 in 1987 by eliminating ONE (1) Most dust particles in your house OLIVE FROM EACH SALAD are made from DEAD SKIN! SERVED IN FIRST-CLASS.

The first owner of the Marlboro Company DIED OF LUNG CANCER. So did the first 'Marlboro Man'.

Walt Disney was AFRAID of MICE! PEARLS DISSOLVE IN VINEGAR! THE TEN MOST VALUABLE BRAND NAMES ON EARTH: Apple, Coca Cola, Google, IBM, Microsoft, GE, McDonalds, Samsung, Intel & Toyota, in that order.

It IS possible to lead a cow downstairs. upstairs... but, A DUCK'S QUACK DOESN'T ECHO, and no one knows why.

DONKEYS kill more people annually than plane crashes or shark attacks.

(So, watch your Ass)

Dentists have recommended that a toothbrush be kept at least Six (6) feet away from a toilet to avoid airborne particles resulting from the flush.

(I keep my toothbrush in the living room now!)

AND THE BEST FOR LAST!

Turtles can breathe through their BUTTS!

Free Market Update.

WHAT’S MY PROPERT Y WORTH? CONTACT MISHY OR DAVID TO ARRANGE YOUR FREE APPRAISAL

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When you entrust Mishy with your property you can expect to sell in the shortest time for the best possible price.

SENIOR SALES AGENT 0410 466 657 M I S H Y@L J H O O K E R P B.C O M.AU

Mishy grew up in the local area, and has an extensive local network. Dedicated & hard-working, Mishy’s number one priority is to achieve the best result for her clients every time.

“I’ve utilized Mishy’s skills many times for my real estate ventures.

She is not only knowledgeable and professional but also has an edge so personable and big picture. Would not hesitate to recommend Mishy.”

If you want 100% commitment to you & your property, Mishy is the person for you. With a proven sales record & a friendly, yet “no-nonsense” approach, you will be happy you place your trust in her. She has enjoyed an extensive & successful real estate career helping people to achieve their property & investment aspirations.

DAVID LONIE

David is a former PBC high school student, athlete and Palm Beach local who knows the area well.

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“Dave has been a great agent for the sale of our house. His communication and negotiation skills combined to push the sale of our house. I would thoroughly recommend him as an agent.”

Through earning a degree from the University of California at Berkeley & playing in the NFL, David’s work ethic & commitment to customer service is what separates him from others.

David’s negotiating skills combined with his high level of communication, commitment; energy & focus are key factors in David’s ongoing success.

Understanding his clients’ expectations when marketing a property is the core behind David’s ability to close a deal.

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Kid-proofing outdoor spaces WITH JULY SCHOOL HOLIDAYS UNDERWAY AND THE COUNTDOWN TO SPRING WELL AND TRULY ON, NOW IS THE PERFECT TIME TO THINK ABOUT KID-PROOFING YOUR OUTDOOR SPACES.

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andart Landscapes’ Matt Leacy shares his top tips for creating safe and engaging outdoor spaces that not only look great, but that kids can enjoy weekends and holidays.

“You don’t need to compromise your outdoor aesthetic to ensure a safe and fun backyard; with smart and strategic landscape design, you can achieve both – and it doesn’t have to cost you an arm and a leg,” says Matt.

SOFTEN SURFACES “If you have kids running around frequently, it’s worth looking at how you can soften surfaces to decrease the chance and severity of damage that can come with falls, accidents “Cut back trees and plants with sharp branches – and consider introducing some soft plantings, hedges and groundcovers to act as barriers around potentially dangerous garden beds and hardscapes.”

“In terms of plantings that look great and work to soften the environment, the best choice depends partly on your particular outdoor space and aesthetic,” Matt says. “Wooly Bush (Adenanthos) is the softest most beautiful plant to touch. Kids love them because they look a little pine-like and spikey, but when you touch them they are soft and silky.”

“For groundcovers, I recommend Dymondia, Zoysia and Dichondra, as these can be walked over without being destroyed.

“They are also relatively hardy and able to contend with cooler weather conditions.”

“Synthetic grasses are also another good option for softening hard ground surfaces,” Matt says.

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“They can be laid directly over concrete to help soften and green-up an area.”

“If you have lots of slippery surfaces in areas like patios, walkways and swimming pool decks, you might consider adding some non-skid, non-slip surfaces such as pavers or rubber flooring to reduce the risks of falls,” says Matt.

“Also, avoid any potentially toxic or prickly plants. Steer clear of varieties like cactuses, Oleander (as a general rule, anything with white sap) hydrangeas, chillies,azaleas, agave, and some succulents – to name a few.”

DESIGN AND ZONE YOUR LANDSCAPE TO ATTRACT KIDS TO SAFE AREAS “Kids will be less likely to hang around dodgy areas if you’ve created a safe and engaging outdoor space with lots of fun and engaging activities. As a starting point, think about what your kids love to do and then introduce elements accordingly,” Matt says.

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“If they love to draw, you might look to install a little wall or fence for them to use as a chalk board. Large format pavers can also double as hop scotch squares and on-ground chalk boards.”

“Other kid-friendly outdoor features include swing sets, rope swings, in-built trampolines, sandpit areas and mounted and stationed cubby houses,” Matt adds.

“If you’re open to using synthetic grass in a kids’ zone, a putt putt green can also a fun option to help keep the kids occupied and develop their hand-eye coordination. Minigolf is also an activity that can be done in a group or individually, so it’s perfect no matter how many children you have.

“Add some comfy beanbags, pillows and camping chairs to the kids’ zone, and your children will have little reason to spend time anywhere else.

“When deciding where to create a kids’ zone in the backyard, it’s important to consider several factors,” says Matt. “Think about what area will work best in terms of

preserving your existing outdoor aesthetic, as well as where you’ll be able to easily supervise the kids and ensure they’re properly protected from the elements – rain and sun included.

“Areas surrounded by large, secure trees can work well, but you’ll need to be diligent with pruning to prevent dangerous falling branches and the like – especially in windy conditions and environments.

“And if you don’t have much access to natural shade or wind-cover, man-made options like retractable awnings, big beach umbrellas and gazebos can be options worth considering so that the space can be used by kids regardless of the weather.”

POOL SAFETY ESSENTIALS “Every Australian state and territory has jurisdiction-specific pool fencing laws aimed at reducing risks associated with pool drownings,” says Matt. “All pools need to be fenced in compliance with local building codes and registered with local council.”

“There are also minimum requirements pertaining to the height and size of security latches, gaps and horizontal pales. Note that pool fence rules can differ depending on what state or territory you live in, so it’s best to contact your local council if you’re unsure about what requirements apply to you,” Matt adds.

“When installing a pool fence, it’s also worth taking the time to properly consider the design of the fence and how it will affect the existing space – both from a practical and aesthetic perspective,” says Matt.

“An ugly pool fence can significantly degrade the look, feel and value of an outdoor space – so it’s advisable to engage a professional pool and landscape designer to ensure you get the choice and process right.

“A professional designer will help to marry compliance and design, matching the need for safety with the need for a fence that enhances your overall outdoor space.

“They’ll consider things like the ideal material for the fence, as well as how factors

such as level-changes and garden beds can be utilised to integrate the fence into the rest of the backyard and make it disappear as much as possible.”

MATT LEACY HAS MORE THAN 20 YEARS’ EXPERIENCE IN DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE SERVICES ACROSS LANDSCAPING AND POOL INSTALLATION FOR BOTH RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES. HE IS A REGULAR MEDIA COMMENTATOR AND COLUMN WRITER AND ALSO CO-HOSTED CHANNEL NINE’S GARDEN GURUS AND THREE SEASONS OF DOMESTIC BLITZ, AS WELL AS RECENTLY FEATURING ON ABC TV’S DREAM GARDENS AND CHANNEL 10’S STUDIO 10.

A SELECTION OF MATT’S WORK CAN BE FOUND AT THE REBRANDED www.landart.com.au

WE’RE DELIGHTED TO ANNOUNCE A NEW REAL ESTATE EXPERIENCE BETWEEN PALM BEACH AND THE TWEED

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he management of LJ Hooker Palm Beach has brought LJ Hooker Coolangatta | Tweed into its expanded real estate group, creating an integrated residential sales, property management and project marketing service for the region. Across the two agencies, specialists will collaborate, share knowledge, resources and market connections for the benefit of customers.

LJ Hooker Coolangatta | Tweed has been a mainstay of the border real estate market under the leadership of Kel Judd and Peter Walmsley. Their unmatched experience and knowledge in the area will be retained as they stay on with the team and new owners Dan and Bob Alexander and Brett Gleeson.

LJ Hooker Coolangatta | Tweed currently operates from Centro Tweed but will be relocating to 100 Griffith Street in the heart of Coolangatta in October 2018.

More details are to come as well as an invitation to our official launch.

Talk to the team at LJ Hooker Palm Beach on (07) 5534 4033 or LJ Hooker Coolangatta | Tweed on (07) 5536 5577 today for trusted advice.

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INVESTMENT Indicative Figures.

Individual Assessments May Vary.

PRICE

DUTY

$250,000

$2,500

$1,350,000

$50,975

$300,000

$3,000

$1,400,000

$53,850

$350,000

$3,500

$1,450,000

$56,725

$400,000

$5,250

$1,500,000

$59,600

$450,000

$7,000

$1,550,000

$62,475

$500,000

$8,750

$1,600,000

$65,350

$550,000

$10,600

$1,650,000

$68,225

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$600,000

$12,850

$1,700,000

$71,100

$250,000

$7,175

$1,750,000

$81,150

$650,000

$15,100

$1,750,000

$73,975

$300,000

$8,925

$1,800,000

$84,025

$700,000

$17,350

$1,800,000

$76,850

$350,000

$10,675

$1,850,000

$86,900

$750,000

$19,600

$1,850,000

$79,725

$400,000

$12,425

$1,900,000

$89,775

$800,000

$21,850

$1,900,000

$82,600

$450,000

$14,175

$1,950,000

$92,650

$850,000

$24,100

$1,950,000

$85,475

$500,000

$15,925

$2,000,000

$95,525

$900,000

$26,350

$2,000,000

$88,350

$550,000

$17,775

$2,050,000

$98,400

$950,000

$28,600

$2,050,000

$91,225

$600,000

$20,025

$2,100,000

$101,275

$1,000,000

$30,850

$2,100,000

$94,100

$650,000

$22,275

$2,150,000

$104,150

$1,050,000

$33,725

$2,150,000

$96,975

$700,000

$24,525

$2,200,000

$107,025

$1,100,000

$36,600

$2,200,000

$99,850

$750,000

$26,775

$2,250,000

$109,900

$1,150,000

$39,475

$2,250,000

$102,725

$800,000

$29,025

$2,300,000

$112,775

$1,200,000

$42,350

$2,300,000

$105,600

$850,000

$31,275

$2,350,000

$115,650

$1,250,000

$45,225

$2,350,000

$108,475

$900,000

$33,525

$2,400,000

$118,525

$1,300,000

$48,100

$2,400,000

$111,350

$950,000

$35,775

$2,450,000

$121,400

$1,350,000

$50,975

$2,450,000

$114,225

$1,000,000

$38,025

$2,500,000

$124,275

$1,400,000

$53,850

$2,500,000

$117,100

$1,050,000

$40,900

$2,550,000

$127,150

$1,450,000

$56,725

$2,550,000

$119,975

$1,100,000

$43,775

$2,600,000

$130,025

$1,500,000

$59,600

$2,600,000

$122,850

$1,150,000

$46,650

$2,650,000

$132,900

$1,550,000

$62,475

$2,650,000

$125,725

$1,200,000

$49,525

$2,700,000

$135,775

$1,600,000

$65,350

$2,700,000

$128,600

$1,250,000

$52,400

$2,750,000

$138,650

$1,650,000

$68,225

$2,750,000

$131,475

$1,300,000

$55,275

$2,800,000

$141,525

$1,700,000

$71,100

$2,800,000

$134,350

$1,350,000

$58,150

$2,850,000

$144,400

$1,750,000

$73,975

$2,850,000

$137,225

$1,400,000

$61,025

$2,900,000

$147,275

$1,800,000

$76,850

$2,900,000

$140,100

$1,450,000

$63,900

$2,950,000

$150,150

$1,850,000

$79,725

$2,950,000

$142,975

$1,500,000

$66,775

$3,000,000

$153,025

$1,900,000

$82,600

$3,000,000

$145,850

$1,550,000

$69,650

$3,050,000

$155,900

$1,950,000

$85,475

$3,050,000

$148,725

$1,600,000

$72,525

$3,100,000

$158,775

$1,200,000

$42,350

$3,100,000

$151,600

$1,650,000

$75,400

$3,150,000

$161,650

$1,250,000

$45,225

$3,150,000

$154,750

$1,700,000

$78,275

$3,200,000

$164,525

*Plus a further 3% for purchases by a Foreign person & entities

$3,200,000 $157,350 $1,300,000 $48,100 *Stamp Duty Amounts shown are for Australian Residents and must be confirmed with your solicitors

LJ HOOKER PALM BEACH A NEIGHBOURHOOD BRAND

#1 FOR MARKET SHARE IN PALM BEACH & CURRUMBIN LJ Hooker Palm Beach was the first LJ Hooker office established in Queensland. We have been in operation for over 30 years. We are fully licensed and have been consistently accredited by the Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ). We continue to be the Number One brand and the name synonymous with real estate in Australia.

At LJ Hooker Palm Beach, we are quietly building on our very strong foundations and proud history.

We are a local family business operating with the systems and support of the most recognised real estate brand in the country.

We have recently embarked on a journey involving new and innovative ways of doing business more effectively. We achieve the highest standards, we are passionate about real estate and our brand.

We have invested in the latest technology and systems to help us provide great service for our customers. *for the past six months as reported by Realestate.com.au