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Welcome to the fifteenth edition of

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Phew. Hang on to your hats Gold Coast. There’s a lot happening right now. It’s incredible. The excitement is palpable.

Welcome to Niche - Property and Lifestyle Magazine, which is distributed free to residents of the Gold Coast suburbs of Mermaid Beach, Mermaid Waters and Miami. We are very proud to call the Gold Coast home. I love living here.

I have travelled the world and can honestly say there is nowhere I would rather live.

The Gold Coast is a regional city that is making waves internationally. The Gold Coast is the first regional city to ever host the Commonwealth Games. We play host to international movie stars shooting big budget movies (the Games venue for boxing is to be a new sound stage) and we play host to hundreds of thousands of international visitors every year. We have beautiful beaches, incredible forests in the Hinterland, amazing architecture and a lifestyle that can’t be beaten.

And the infrastructure that was created to support the Games will help the city thrive for years to come. It will also help inspire Gold Coasters to be the best they can be. For example, for those who ADVERTISING ENQUIRIES Ben Ryan m: 0432 545 995 e: ben@advcollab.com.au

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There is also the plan for Gold Coasters to be able to travel by tram between Burleigh and Helensvale. If stage three of the Light Rail project goes ahead, it will create a huge range of opportunities for residents and businesses in our patch of the Gold Coast.

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The Gold Coast is a global events destination driving economic growth and prosperity.

Hosting the Commonwealth Games is just the beginning of our event offerings to the rest of Australia and beyond.

Across the city, we play host to a year-round events calendar that keeps our visitors coming back and has us Way Ahead.

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We’re on the world stage hosting major events like Quiksilver Pro, Bleach* Festival and the Gold Coast Marathon – to name a few.

With 300 days of sunshine each year and a legacy of international events infrastructure, we are the perfect host.

The new outdoor stage at ‘HOTA, Home of the Arts’ is the City’s heartland for cultural events within the theatre, dance and music scene.

I encourage every Gold Coaster to jump online and take a look at the exciting events happening at HOTA over the next few months.

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Selling $489,000

Position, potential, profit! Make your start near the beach with this well presented 2 bedroom entry level villa. The location is ideal as nothing is far from reach in this quiet cul-de-sac.

FEATURES: • Front position in the block • 2 spacious bedrooms, 1 bathroom • Large yard area - fully fenced • Single garage with internal access • Separate laundry • Close to beach and shops • Potential plus!

CINDY KATENE 0418 118 506 cindy@prohenderson.com.au LUKE HENDERSON 0409 599 507 luke@prohenderson.com.au www.prohenderson.com.au

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Enjoy the beach daily in this entry level villa!

Henderson appointed REIQ Zone Chairman Prominent Mermaid Beach real estate agent Andrew Henderson has been appointed Gold Coast zone chairman of the Real Estate Institute of Queensland for the next two years.

“I am also a firm believer in giving back to the community and serving with the REIQ is one way I can give back to the industry that I am so passionate about.”

Mr Henderson is one of 16 chairs appointed state-wide by the REIQ, which is the state’s peak professional association.

Mr Henderson, who is the principal at John Henderson Professionals Mermaid Beach, also serves as Director on the board of the Professionals Real Estate Group.

Mr Henderson said he was honoured to be appointed to the position and he was looking forward to the challenge.

“I love the real estate industry. I guess you could say property is in my blood because I grew up with both of my parents running our family agency and now my brother Luke and I run the business,’’ he said.

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His role will be to represent the organisation at a Gold Coast level and to be the voice of the REIQ in the local community.

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The REIQ’s standards are regularly revised to provide a greater level of consumer protection and improved agency to agency behaviour. And they are in addition to the statutory Codes of Conduct contained in the Property Agents Occupations Act. So why choose an REIQ accredited agency to sell or manage your property. REIQ Accredited Agencies are leaders in the real estate profession because: 1. The Agency’s Principal/Licensee in charge must maintain their professional knowledge via the REIQ’s annual Continuing Professional Development (CPD) program. Agencies that are not members of the REIQ don’t have to update their knowledge of new laws.

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Put this at the top of your must to inspect list! Set just metres from the beach in a boutique beachside walk up block is this well sized 2 bedroom unit.

FEATURES: • 2 bedrooms, each with built in wardrobes and ceiling fans • 1 bathroom plus separate laundry • Large East facing patio area (common property), overlooking pool • Security intercom access • Single lock up garage in secured basement • Quiet, well maintained block of only 12 units • Just 400 metres (approx.) to the sand • Prime location, close to the light rail, restaurants, cafes, parks and the centre of Broadbeach

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3/86 RACECOURSE DRIVE

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Owner/Trainer Retired - Stables Sale Required!

A rare opportunity exists to secure a slice of the high-profile Gold Coast Racing scene! These freehold stables are situated in a prime location directly opposite the renowned Gold Coast Turf Club. This is your opportunity to secure and own 867m2 of floor area with stables within an equine complex adjacent to the Gold Coast Turf Club and Magic Millions sale complex - which includes an independent stable compound, 30 horse boxes and separate feed rooms. So, set yourself up for an expanding racing community with potential of future injections of infrastructure including night racing to the precinct in the immediate future.

• 30 horse boxes • Separate feed rooms • Approx. 100m to Magic Millions Complex • Opposite equine swimming pool

Selling $679,000

MATT MAGUIRE 0437 002 952 matt@prohenderson.com.au www.prohenderson.com.au

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UNIT 4 /87 OLD BURLEIGH ROAD

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SURFERS PARADISE

Selling $649,000

More than realistic sellers. Stand out opportunity for someone downsizing from a suburban house but don't want to live in a cramped apartment with no outdoor space.

This sprawling residence by the sea feels just like living in a house. You will settle into 170m2, of ground floor level luxury beachside lifestyle without the high price tag.

Immaculately presented and quality appointed throughout, this residence offers plenty of room for the family to enjoy with three generously sized bedrooms and a spacious open floor plan that flows out to a large balcony.

Situated on the boundary of Surfers Paradise and Broadbeach, this fabulous residence is perfectly positioned, only 100 metres to the beach, a short stroll to the Broadbeach Mall to the South and central Surfers Paradise to the North.

LUKE HENDERSON 0409 599 507 luke@prohenderson.com.au CINDY KATENE 0418 118 506 cindy@prohenderson.com.au www.prohenderson.com.au

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3/2279 Gold Coast Highway, Mermaid Beach 2

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$399,000 Ground Floor Apartment in Nobby’s Beach!

The owner has committed to sell their 2 bedroom 2 bathroom ground floor apartment with standout sun drenched north facing balcony.

Michael Boulanger 0433 724 335 I michael@prohenderson.com.au

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This highly sought after ground floor terrace apartment is perfectly positioned overlooking the tropical lagoon pool oasis in the recently refurbished Diamond Sands Resort Complex.

Perry Brosnan & Sarah Drew 0414 758 204 I perry@prohenderson.com.au 0438 221 843 I sarah@prohenderson.com.au

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$397,000 Huge 88m2 unit in popular Nobby Beach Situated in the ultra-trendy, very convenient and iconic Nobby Beach precinct. Located so close to everything - easy walk to the beach, shops and cafes.

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Owner seeks immediate sale!

Entire floor absolute beachfront apartment

An opportunity not to be missed! Situated in the modern “Shoreline on the Beach”, this exclusive 3 bedroom residence boasts spectacular never to be built out ocean and beach views from the 4th floor.

• Occupying the entire 4th floor (approx. 190m2 including balcony) • 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms plus additional powder room • Master suite overlooking the beach and ocean • Panoramic views, which takes in Surfers Paradise, Burleigh Hill, Currumbin and Coolangatta • Ducted air-conditioning, gas cooking, granite bench tops, security access • Boutique building of only 6 apartments • Lift access, lap pool, BBQ area & direct beach access • Basement parking for 2 cars (tandem)

LUKE HENDERSON 0409 599 507 luke@prohenderson.com.au ANDREW HENDERSON 0438 691 972 andrew@prohenderson.com.au www.prohenderson.com.au

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Situated in a small three storey walk up block of only 8 units, this 2 bedroom top floor unit is ripe for the picking! Boasting fantastic renovation potential, this entry level unit will appeal to the astute investor or first home buyer looking to capitalise on this prime location!

FEATURES: • 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom top floor unit • Sunny East facing balcony • Fantastic renovation potential • Tiled open plan living and dining area • Ceiling fans throughout • Oversized single undercover parking space • Low body corporate fees • Small block set on 832m2 land with future redevelopment potential (STCA) • Priced to sell!

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LUKE HENDERSON 0409 599 507 luke@prohenderson.com.au CINDY KATENE 0418 118 506 cindy@prohenderson.com.au www.prohenderson.com.au

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Distinguished by its expansive light filled interiors, modern finishes and entertainers’ balcony, this exceptional luxury beachside apartment is brimming with extras.

FEATURES: • 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 bathrooms • Open plan light filled interiors • 2 balconies • Stunning views of the Gold Coast skyline, ocean & hinterland • Stylish, well-appointed kitchen

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Under instructions to submit offers - Our motivated vendor requires sale! Do not miss this stand out opportunity to secure one of the most highly coveted positions in this tightly held beachfront building. This ultra-stylish beachfront apartment is surplus to the owners needs and as such, will be sold!

• Spectacular ocean views • 2 generous size bedrooms, 2 bathrooms • Low maintenance and care-free living • High ceilings & floor-to-ceiling windows • Gourmet kitchen • Ducted air conditioning • Access to facilities including swimming pool, Sauna, gym & BBQ area • Right in the heart of Broadbeach walking distance to everything!

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LUKE HENDERSON 0409 599 507 luke@prohenderson.com.au CINDY KATENE 0418 118 506 cindy@prohenderson.com.au www.prohenderson.com.au

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TOP BUSHWALKING TRAILS ON THE GOLD COAST WALKING SHOULD BE JILL CALLCOTT’S MIDDLE NAME BECAUSE SHE LIVES AND BREATHES IT.

She moved to the Gold Coast from the UK when she was 12 and attended Burleigh Heads State School back when it was okay to go school barefoot. Her love of walking grew over the years but deepened as her work took her overseas and she frequently she ate takeaway meals late at night. She was always looking for ways to walk it off and over the years noticed many people taking their morning or afternoon walk through corridors of hotels.

Ms Callcott wanted locals and visitors to the Gold Coast to be able to explore the city on foot so she started a website, Walking The Gold Coast, where she records her walking activity and provides maps, photos and a running commentary of her adventures.

“It is truly only by walking an area that you can get the essence of it, and compared to other parts of the world this is still a very safe area to enjoy nature through walking. The reality is there are some great bushwalks right here on the Gold Coast where you can soak up the tranquility of the bush and hear and see wildlife,” she said.

“You don’t have to travel to the hinterland to enjoy it; most can be accessed by public transport and a short walk. In Burleigh alone you can criss cross from Burleigh Headland to Burleigh Ridge and on to Tallebudgera Conservation Park and back to Burleigh Village for lunch across 26km including back tracking, all while never being too far from a coffee.”

Ms Callcott said Federation Walk was another example of a fabulous track where walkers travelled more than 8kms to the Seaway and back through bushland. The popular walk gave walkers the chance to soak up the local birdlife and stand on sand dunes while looking at a deserted and windswept beach.

“Scanning the surround you’ll see the high rises of Surfers Paradise and behind the tops of high rises in Main Beach. After your bushwalk, take yourself off to Tedder Avenue for a refresh and relax. One thing we should remember is that bush walking quite often involves urban walking to, and this too can be rewarding, just getting out into another area away from your patch is good for you,” she said.

TOP 5 SHORT BUSHWALKING TRAILS ON THE GOLD COAST AS PICKED BY JILL.

TOP 5 LONG BUSHWALKING TRAILS ON THE GOLD COAST AS PICKED BY JILL

1. TALLEBUDGERA CONSERVATION PARK On the Burleigh Heads side you can view the pristine waters of Tallebudgera Creek; it’s also very quiet and full of birdlife particularly in the early morning.

1. COUGAL HIKING TRAIL (10KM) Mount Cougal borders Qld and NSW and the only guide is the barbed wire fence that separates the states. The terrain is diverse, a hiking pole is recommended and it’s not for the faint-hearted. Check with National Parks before embarking on this trail because storms can impact on the area and make sure the forecast is for a clear day.

2. PALM BEACH PARKLANDS There are two walks here, the first is Beree Badalla Boardwalk along Currumbin Creek and it’s best to do this during high tide to get the feeling you are walking on water. The next is Tarrabora Reserve; a small pocket of bushland right in the middle of the Gold Coast, wedged between the Gold Coast Highway and Currumbin Estuary at Palm Beach.

3. COOMBABAH LAKELANDS – SHELTER ROAD Insect repellent is a must and there is a short bushwalk before the boardwalk; which is a bright burnt orange colour and such a contrast to the surrounding mangroves. At the end of the boardwalk is a bird hide and the only sound is water lapping against the timber piers.

4. COUGAL CASCADES – CURRUMBIN VALLEY This is part of the Gold Coast Hinterland just a few kilometres up Currumbin Creek Road. A scenic winding road full of photo opportunities which finishes at the Springbrook National Park. The Mount Cougal Section a short bushwalk with cascading waterfalls and cool mountain air, a hidden gem that few Gold Coasters visit.

5. BURLEIGH HEADLAND – UPPER OR LOWER TRACK A short climb to Tumgun Lookout is worth the effort, views of the southern Gold Coast as far as the eye can see and the lookout on the north side is equally picturesque. The headland is also a refuge and feeding area for a variety of migrating birds, so keep an eye out for unique birdlife along the walking tracks.

2. FEDERATION WALK (7KM) Federation (Bush) Walk features headlands and windswept dunes, winding trails through groves of Macaranga trees and She-Oaks. The trail ends directly opposite south Stradbrook Island, which is only a short distance across the Seaway.

3. SOUTH STRADBROKE ISLAND You can walk right around South Stradbroke Island and while you’re totally isolated you’re only minutes from a refreshing beverage. Downside is the lack of transport access. The Island is 21km in length and 2.5km wide.

4. COOMBABAH LAKELANDS Only a stone’s throw from Harbour Town Shopping Centre, Coombabah Lakelands track is full of wildlife, bush and wetlands. Kangaroos are prolific, swamp wallabies are around and there are plenty of koalas to see. With over 1000 hectares of land you can choose how far to hike. It has an amazing diversity of bird and plant life and is arguably the best place to view koalaa and kangaroos in the region.

5. NERANG STATE FOREST Nerang National Park and Nerang State Forest is 12km from Surfers Paradise, on the north-west outskirts of Nerang. Here you can explore dry rainforest and open eucalypt forests on a scenic bushwalk, horse ride, or you can cycle along one of the designated mountain-bike tracks. There are various tracks and distances to choose from.

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Dracula’s Haunted House is a “Walk-through” attraction located on Surfers Paradise Boulevard.

The Haunted House offers an amazing interactive journey through creepy comedy satire, museum oddities and optical illusions. Set in a five level purpose built building; the Haunted House will thrill visitors from all over the world and has the local market fizzing. Features include a Deadly Australian Creatures collection where visitors encounter at close range, the terrifying thrill of the giant crocodile, funnel web spider and white pointer shark!

State of the art animation and special effects bring the attraction to life.

Other levels feature The Carnival of Freaks Museum, where guests can wander at their own pace and experience a weird and, at times, hysterical collection of horror memorabilia. Also on show are the Vampyre Lair, Mirror Maze and Phobia Level!

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Summer auction saw buyers buzzing

The Gold Coast’s property market started the year with a bang during John Henderson Professionals Mermaid Beach’s ‘Hot Summer Auction Event’.

A crowd of more than 300 people flocked to the Mermaid Beach Bowls Club to watch as 17 properties went under the hammer. On the night, 13 of the 17 properties were sold for a combined value of more than $10 million while two of the remaining properties were sold after the auction.

John Henderson Professionals Mermaid Beach director Luke Henderson said the auction had been an exceptional success.

“We had some outstanding results during the auction and it was particularly exciting that the bidding wars on some of the properties was so tense.

“For example, the auction of one particular property attracted more than 40 bids from five different potential buyers.

“Buyers have shown they are out in force for the start of 2018.”

Four residential properties sold for more than the magic $1 million mark. They included:

• 36 Santabelle Crescent, Clear Island Waters, a four-bedroom waterfront home that sold for $1.012 million • 27 Cessnock Close, Mermaid Waters, a fourbedroom waterfront home that sold for $1.38 million • 14 Santabelle Crescent, Clear Island Waters, a four-bedroom waterfront home that sold for $1.025 million • 5/20 Marine Parade, Miami, a three-bedroom beachfront apartment that sold for $1.105 million.

5/20 Marine Parade, Miami sold for $1,105,000

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213/98 Marine Parade Miami Sold for $650,000

36 Santabelle Crescent Clear Island Waters Sold for $1,012,000

14 Santabelle Crescent Clear Island Waters Sold for $1,025,000

9 Wedgebill Parade Mermaid Waters Sold for $900,000

5/32 William Street Mermaid Beach Sold for $485,000

27 Cessnock Close Mermaid Waters Sold for $1,380,000

8/72 Albatross Avenue Mermaid Beach Sold for $375,000

62 Tabilban Street Burleigh Heads Sold for $715,000

136 Santa Cruz Boulevard Clear Island Waters Sold for $713,000

5/20 Marine Parade Miami Sold for $1,105,000

1/67 Albatross Avenue Mermaid Beach Sold for $590,000

2143/2633 Gold Coast Highway Broadbeach Sold for $575,000

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Restructuring Property to Retire Right Putting property in our personal names to speed up the process with no real consideration of other structures is common.

The impact of this decision is significant and should be discussed with an accountant who understands and can explain the impact.

Why don’t we seek additional advice when purchasing a property? Quite simply, cost. We outlay money on stamp duty, bank fees, conveyancing, building inspections and agent fees. Why would you need advice?

Let’s consider our clients, Harry and Betty. They are property lovers and are two of the most emotional investors we have met, approaching every decision with caution after previously receiving bad advice.

The outcome for Harry and Betty focuses on cash flow, structure/strategy and contingency, with a goal to retire on $120,000 pa so they can spend time with their family.

Considering the cash flow and structure of their properties, we calculated it was worth paying stamp duty to transfer the properties to another structure. They are now protected in one of the most secure environments. Achieving asset protection is a benefit, however the tax savings are greater.

On the current structure of the properties, there was not enough to retire on by their own standards.

Their tax savings now equate to $30,000 per year in the first 10 years and then over the following 10 years, $50,000 per year in tax is saved.

Harry and Betty plan to be in retirement for a long while, and over $2 million in tax savings will remain with the family instead of being paid to the ATO. With such significant savings from one decision, how will you consider your structure?

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F O R G O L D C O A S T S U P E RYA C H T F U T U R E THE DECLARATION OF SOUTHPORT AS A CUSTOMS CLEARANCE PORT AND A $3 MILLION DREDGING PROGRAM HAVE PAVED THE WAY FOR A MASSIVE SURGE IN SUPERYACHTS VISITING THE GOLD COAST.

Superyacht Australia predicts that by 2021 South East Queensland will have the largest superyacht industry in Australia, worth $1.128 billion annually.

Better still, the boom will create an estimated 7,947 jobs.

With more than 57 kilometres of coastline, the smooth Broadwater and 260 kilometres of navigable waterways, the Gold Coast has often been referred to, perhaps somewhat optimistically, as the Venice of Australia.

The truth is the Gold Coast has far better boating than the romantic Italian city could ever hope for and while Venice may be built on the water, the Coast is built on boats, with superyachts now joining the mix.

The new Border Force clearance facilities will be at the Southport Yacht Club which can berth boats up to 74 metres in length.

The club already has 10 berths for these floating palaces, just 15 minutes sailing from the Seaway entrance and plans on the drawing board for a further four berths to cope with the expected increase in demand.

Club General Manager Brett James says the new Customs clearance point was invaluable and a huge win for the industry.

“The new port is revolutionising the marine sector and will mean foreign superyachts and other vessels will now be able to sail directly into the Gold Coast Seaway for Customs clearance,” he says.

“Previously the closest Customs clearance was in Brisbane, which meant we often missed out on a lot of business.”

“We are confident that our new facility will attract larger foreign vessels to the Gold Coast to enter Australia.”

The $3 million dredging program will see 14 kilometres of the Broadwater and Coomera River deepened to allow the large vessels up river to undergo refits and maintenance work at the Gold Coast Marine Precinct, which is home to internationally known boat builders such as Riviera and Maritimo.

It is anticipated that once the dredging is finished, the river will have a depth of 3.5 metres allowing superyachts to navigate up to the marine precinct.

Gold Coast Mayor Tom Tate says the city was investing in the necessary infrastructure to meet the predicted growth.

“The City of Gold Coast is actively supporting the local marine sector to best capture economic growth opportunities and position the city

as the default superyacht location in Australia,” he says.

“With a new Customs clearance port in Southport and a dredging plan that will deepen the Coomera River, we will be able to attract even more international superyachts and other vessels to our beautiful waterways.”

“Investing in our marine industry will provide long-term economic benefits to the city and create future jobs, putting the Gold Coast way ahead.”

There are more than 40,000 registered watercraft in the city, which boasts the highest mixed use of watercraft of any Queensland centre and boating is such a huge part of the Gold Coast that 250 hectares of land alongside the Coomera River to the city’s north was dedicated to the marine industry through a special Act of State Parliament.

The Gold Coast Marine Precinct is the major marine industry area dedicated to manufacturing, servicing, repairs and refits of recreational and commercial vessels.

The precinct area holds the heaviest concentration of boat builders and marine-based industries in Australia – about 80 per cent of all boats built in the country.

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As a child, motorcycles were my OBSESSION & they still are. I remember my Dad taking my younger brother and I to watch our first supercross race in Brisbane. I recall hearing the pyrotechnics going off, the smell of burning petrol in the air and the bright, glowing laser show emanating from within the packed stadium. Chills were going up my spine like electricity. But as my Dad walked back towards us from the ticket booth I noticed his head was down as he trudged along. I'll never forget his words, - 'sorry we can't afford to buy tickets' we were completely shattered and in tears as we drove out of the packed car park.

I think that day affected my Dad too - A year later he bought me a BRAND NEW gleaming Yamaha YZ80. It was the GREATEST day of my life!

Art was my 2nd passion. I was captivated by the pro's bikes and clothing in the magazines, I would draw motocross designs all over my school books.

One day around 2001 whilst deciding which new Fox t-shirt to buy - I thought to myself...

'If I fuse my love of motocross and art I think I can make a better brand than this' I set about creating the star/spark plug logo.

The name Unit came to me one night while lying in bed. With savings of $600 I bought a cheap screen printing carousel. My parents loaned me the use of their garage in Benowa. After a few months I noticed Unit sales grew from 1 tee a week to 8 tees per day. That's when I realised I had created something with HUGE potential.

TIME LINE: 2002 Invested $600 into a website & 5 designs 2003 Told my boss at my day job (designing MX

magazines): "I Quit" 2005 Every Aussie Moto/bmx kid in Australia is wearing Unit and many tattooing the logo on themselves.

2006 Very Large Australian Retailers such as City Beach buy Unit Products by the PALLET. 2007 Phone is ringing off the hook with orders.

Unit overtakes Fox in sales (in Australia) by double.

2008 Unit shipping out hundreds of items per day.

Unit athletes winning world stage events.

2009 Wins Gold Coast Entrepreneur of the Year (Employing 60+ Staff) 2010 I almost die - Revived in Hospital after going too hard at Unit Christmas Party.

2011 Wins the Australian Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award (N) 2012 Opens California office as we notice Unit starts to become 'over-saturated' in Australia.

'Size is the Enemy of Cool' (Industry Proverb) 2013 Australia's worst recession since 1930 hits extremely hard just as we are expanding into USA & Europe. Billabong and Quicksilver nearly collapse.

2014 Fallout is too severe - Unit is sold off to a foreign family living on the Gold Coast. I walk away completely to start a new chapter with not much more than the shirt on my back.

2015 Launch www.EVRST.com.au a custom apparel company that helps young brands become successful. Because I've made every mistake I figured I'm qualified!

2017 Launch www.Parader.co a new brand for a totally new generation! Now growing Five times faster than Unit did What I've learned: 1) Be very careful who you trust.

2) When one door closes in life, KICK-IN another.

3) Remember those who stayed by your side.

4) Life is over very fast, so F@#king Go For It!

Choosing the right investment property “Unless you make a written offer to the sellers you will never know their answer on price.”

I’m often asked by property investors “What is the right property to purchase?” Property investment should be considered as a long-term investment and investors have to weigh up their choice between two initial, major considerations: • Are you buying for capital growth? Or; • Are you buying for income?

When buying for capital growth you will often be purchasing in a more established area and potentially you will be buying a property which is not brand new. There will be also be less potential for future housing in the area. The best capital growth is not normally found in new, growing suburbs that are surrounded by other greenfield sites. Essentially it comes down to supply and demand. The fewer homes that can be built in an area, the higher the potential there is for high capital growth. Properties with higher capital growth potential will often have a lower percentage rental return but they will be popular with renters because they will be close to existing infrastructure such as schools, shops, transport and businesses.

If you choose to buy properties offering higher rental yields, these will often be located in new suburbs with other new homes being built in the same street or around the corner. These properties are often lower priced and receive a higher percentage of rent in the beginning. However, over time wear and tear occurs and the construction of newer homes in surrounding areas may cause tenants to relocate. Competition in these areas can be very tough and landlords are sometimes forced to offer incentives such as a week’s free rent to find great tenants.

Don’t get sucked in by the hunt for the next property “hot spot”. You only have to pick up the paper or browse the internet to see the latest predictions from a flurry of so-called property forecasters. You can get 100 of these experts in a room and you will often get 100 different answers.

This article is an excerpt from Andrew Henderson’s Property Investment Book ‘Property Management in Queensland – An Investors Guide’. Existing clients of John Henderson Real Estate may request their free copy.

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CRAFT BEER MOVEMENT SWARMS THE COAST THE CRAFT BEER SCENE HAS EXPLODED ON THE GOLD COAST WITH INNOVATIVE BREWERIES CONTINUALLY POPPING UP ACROSS THE CITY.

Local business people and even world surfing champions are recognising the burgeoning craft beer market as a smart investment and they are reaping the rewards.

While this trend towards home-grown breweries is sweeping the world, the Gold Coast is establishing a reputation as a leader in the sector, with local breweries and brewers picking up national and international awards.

Here is your guide to craft breweries in and around the Gold Coast…

BALTER BREWING 14 Traders Lane, Currumbin World champion surfers Mick Fanning and Joel Parkinson, along with pro surfers Bede Durbidge and Josh Kerr, are riding a wave of success after opening their own brewery.

Balter Brewing’s first beer launched in March 2016 – Balter’s XPA, an Extra Pale Ale with a fruity palate that aims to punch your taste buds into the pleasure zone, joined by several other styles over the following months.

First the beer, then the venue. The group’s upmarket industrial warehouse and tasting room with its wraparound bar and bespoke Frank and Mimi artwork took the Gold Coast by storm through social media.

expansive 12-tap tasting area lit by a huge luminous mural.

The reality was even better: a vast industrial shed full of shining tanks as far as the eye can see surrounded by hand-faced brick walls and the

“It’s a given that a good beer should be enjoyable, but it should also expand a person’s world view on what a beer can be,” he says.

Co-founder Stirling Howland says the aim is to make the best beer possible.

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BLACK HOPS BREWING 15 Gardenia Grove, Burleigh Heads It all started with an idea for an egg nog stout between three beer-loving mates and it resulted in the creation of Black Hops Brewing.

The trio who founded the business, Dan Norris, Michael McGovern and Eddie Oldfield, documented their progress from that first home brew to the establishment of their Burleigh Heads brewery exhaustively through blogs, podcasts and social media.

Now they have put it all together into a book, Operation Brewery, which is available online and in print and is an invaluable source of information for anyone with dreams of starting a brewery, and entrepreneurs in general.

Opening the doors of the brewery in April 2016, tours and a tasting bar operate six days per week: Monday to Friday from 10am – 6pm and Saturday

from 12noon – 4pm.

Black Hops beers are available at many venues across the coast including Ze Pickle, Cambus Wallace, Lester & Earl, Bine, Surfers Sandbar, House of Brews and The Glenelg Public House.

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BURLEIGH BREWING CO. 2 Ern Harley Drive, Burleigh Heads Burleigh Brewing began as a love story, when in 2002 Peta Fielding persuaded her American-born master-brewer husband Brennan to leave Hawaii and return to her homeland, with the vision of founding their own brewery in Burleigh Heads.

Brennan has made beer in the US, Hawaii, Japan and Australia, consistently winning business and beer awards year after year, including wins at the World Beer Cup and the World Beer Championships.

Burleigh Brewing is an ‘old but new’ brewery. While they use traditional methods of brewing (one of their beers, the Dunkelbier, is made from a 600-year old German Monastery Yeast, and brewed in strict accordance with the ‘German Purity Law’ of 1516), they’re in new territory using cutting edge science and equipment.

OTHER BREWERIES: BEARD AND BRAU Tamborine Village, Mt Tamborine FORTITUDE BREWING COMPANY 165 Long Road, Eagle Heights PICKLED PIG BREWERY 18 Industry Drive, Tweed Heads SCENIC RIM BREWERY 898 Reckumpilla Street (Cnr Anders Rd), Mount Alford

Passionate about their beer, Burleigh Brewing takes great pride in using local ingredients and packaging products, employing 35 locals and supporting local charities.

Burleigh Brewing is now the largest Australianowned brewery in Queensland, recently moving to an expansive new premise which opened in March 2016.

BARS THAT STOCK LOCAL CRAFT BEER: THE BEARDED DRAGON BINE BAR & DINING CLUB BURLEIGH HOUSE OF BREWS SURFERS SANDBAR SWANNIES RESTAURANT & LOUNGE BAR TAPS PYO SURFERS PARADISE THE GLENELG PUBLIC HOUSE

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Based in the heart of Surfers Paradise, iFLY Gold Coast is walking distance from all major accommodation, bars and restaurants. They are open seven days till late all year round Monday to Friday 11am to 9pm, Saturday 8.30am to 9.30pm and Sunday 8.30am to 7pm.

They have a free viewing gallery so come and check them out. Bookings are recommended so you don’t miss out as they get super busy!

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HOME (Principal Place Of Residence) Concession* 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

DUTY

DEVELOPMENT | MEDIA | PUBLISHING ADVERTISING ENQUIRIES Ben Ryan m: 0432 545 995 | e: ben@advcollab.com.au

INVESTMENT Indicative Figures. Individual Assessments May Vary.*

PRICE

DUTY

PRICE

DUTY

PRICE

$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 persons

$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

agents Andrew Henderson Managing Director 0438 691 972 andrew@prohenderson.com.au

Luke Henderson Director & L.R.E.A. 0409 599 507 luke@prohenderson.com.au

Perry Brosnan Senior Sales Representative 0414 758 204 perry@prohenderson.com.au

Evelyne Castaldi Senior Sales Representative 0410 088 866 evelyne@prohenderson.com.au

Jeff Burchell Senior Sales Representative 0418 141 624 jeff@prohenderson.com.au

Simon Francis Senior Sales Representative 0413 198 357 simon@prohenderson.com.au

Tania Pears Senior Sales Representative 0411 135 931 tania@prohenderson.com.au

Cindy Katene Senior Sales Representative 0418 118 506 cindy@prohenderson.com.au

Michael Boulanger Senior Sales Representative 0433 724 335 michael@prohenderson.com.au

Peter Howarth Senior Sales Representative 0418 959 546 peter@prohenderson.com.au

Matt Maguire Senior Sales Representative 0437 002 952 matt@prohenderson.com.au

Amanda Hill Buyer’s Agent 0415 586 000 amanda@prohenderson.com.au

Sarah Drew Marketing & Sales Associate to Perry Brosnan 0438 221 843 sarah@prohenderson.com.au

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