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Welcome

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Where has the year gone? The Gold Coast Show has been and gone, the weather is warming up, the Nippers are back on the beaches, and the action at the race track is heating up as we plan for the Melbourne Cup celebrations.

Welcome to the latest edition of Niche - Property and Lifestyle Magazine, which is distributed free to residents of Mermaid Beach, Mermaid Waters and Miami. My team at John Henderson Professionals Mermaid Beach and I are very pleased about how well this magazine has been embraced by the community. This magazine is designed to further encourage the sense of community that we all enjoy in our sweet part of the Gold Coast. If you have any articles you would like to include or any suggestions for our next edition, please feel free to drop us a line.

In terms of real estate, spring selling season is always a busy time of year. For Mermaid Beach, Mermaid Waters and Miami, the warmer months are always great months to sell. Why? It’s ADVERTISING ENQUIRIES Sam Kirkland m: 0498 503 970 e: sam@advcollab.com.au Ben Ryan m: 0432 545 955 e: ben@advcollab.com.au

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because more and more people start heading to the beach and, as a result, more and more buyers start dreaming of the beach lifestyle.

This spring and summer should be a terrific time for sellers because demand is outstripping supply. The number of homes now on the market is among the lowest levels I have ever seen in my career. This means there are slim pickings for buyers, and sellers are receiving top value for their properties. We are now in the process of starting our planning for our annual summer auction event early next year. Please call us if you want to list your property in this exciting event.

Regards Andrew Henderson Principal John Henderson Real Estate Professionals Mermaid Beach EDITORIAL Jeni Bone editor@collectivemedia.agency ART DIRECTOR Isaac Saguit isaac@advcollab.com.au

ARTWORK ON FRONT COVER Artist: Hugo C. Aguilar | Title: Retrato XXIV | Medium: Mixed Media on Wood 70.5 x 46.5cm Artwork supplied by: 19 Karen Contemporary Artspace No part of any of the work contained within this publication may be copied, duplicated or reproduced in any form whatsoever or by any means whatsoever without the prior express written consent of the publisher in its sole discretion. Content in Professionals Magazine is intended for general information only and is not intended to be a substitute for independent professional advice. The publisher, editor, contributors and any and all related parties involved in any way in the production, marketing and distribution of this publication are not engaged in providing legal, financial or professional advice or services solely by reason of their inclusion by reference or otherwise in this publication. The publisher, contributors, editor and any and all related parties involved in any way in the production, marketing or distribution of this publication are not responsible in any way whatsoever for the acts including omissions of any person, organisation or other party in response to or reliance upon reading any of the information, stories or contributions in this publication, related website or related products and services and liability for any and all losses which may be suffered as a consequence (directly or indirectly) are hereby negatived to the full extent of the law. For more information regarding this notice of disclaimer, please contact Prestige Legal & Corporate Services, Specialist Business Lawyers & Advisors, on 1300 282 239 or by email to info@prestigecorp.com.au.

3/121 HEDGES AVENUE, MERMAID BEACH BEACH FRONT - 3 BEDROOM UNIT WITH ENSUITE This irreplaceable apartment occupies the entire 3rd floor of a boutique beachfront block. With breathtaking oceanfront views from your exceptional kitchen and living room. Just finished being refurbished with fresh paint, new carpet and brand new kitchen.

•• Brand new luxury chef's kitchen ocean views •• Fully tiled open plan living and dining room with floor to ceiling windows •• King size master bedroom includes walk in wardrobe, en suite with bath tub •• In ground sparking pool for the complex •• Complete beachfront apartment •• Single car basement parking

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INVESTING IN PROPERTY An excerpt from Andrew Henderson’s Property Investment Book ‘Property Management in Queensland – An Investors Guide’ When investing in property, the first question to ask yourself is whether you can really afford it. You need to understand and factor in all the expenses of buying and owning properties. This includes stamp duties, body corporate fees, council rates, water bills, land taxes, real estate commissions, maintenance costs, legal fees, finance and insurance costs or unexpected or prolonged vacancies. You do not want to be forced to sell your property because you did not anticipate some of the costs involved in property investments.

Secondly, you need to set some goals. You need to look at both long-term and short-term objectives.

In the short term, are you intending to invest in property with the intention of negatively gearing or are you investing to create a positive income stream?

Negative gearing means that your costs of owning a rental property outweighs the revenue it generates. You can use this loss to reduce your current tax liabilities in the hope of generating wealth through capital gains. Positive gearing means you are earning more from rental properties than they are costing you. I strongly recommend that you get professional advice before you take the leap into buying investment properties. Far too

often I have seen people dive into the market in an excited, emotional frenzy only to find themselves soon drowning in debt or having difficulty because they did not seek expert advice beforehand.

Thirdly, get your finances in order before you to start looking for a suitable property. There’s nothing worse than missing out on an ideal property simply because you weren’t ready to act. Then there’s the pain and suffering associated with realising that you have wasted your time and effort investigating properties that you simply cannot afford. Make sure you factor in future changes in the economy, changes in the interest rates, potential changes in your personal income, ongoing maintenance, potential tax implications and insurances.

After seeking out all this advice, you then need to find the right property.

Andrew Henderson’s Property Investment Book ‘Property Management in Queensland – An Investors Guide’ is now available. Purchase direct by phoning (07) 5572 8011 or receive your free copy if you are already an existing landlord client of John Henderson Professionals Mermaid Beach.

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1 / 25 AUSTRALIA AVENUE, BROADBEACH PARADISE FOUND! RARE BROADBEACH VILLA Your pursuit for lifestyle, luxury and location ends here with this spacious and contemporary Broadbeach villa. Enjoy the lazy, hazy days of Summer with your own exclusive piece of paradise. This stunning villa features bright and airy internal living spaces and an expansive open plan design flowing out to a fabulous private courtyard and outdoor entertaining area, ideal for enjoying the enviable coastal lifestyle.

•• 3 large bedrooms, 2 bathrooms plus powder room •• Master suite with private balcony, walk in wardrobe and ensuite with luxury spa bath and his and hers vanity •• Spacious open plan, indoor outdoor design •• Additional living space or study upstairs •• Large kitchen with quality Miele appliances, stone benchtops & plenty of storage cupboards

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2/123 SEAGULL AVENUE, MERMAID BEACH WHAT A POSITION!........2 BEDROOM, 2 BATHROOM UNIT AT NOBBYS This fantastic beachside unit boasts a north facing corner position only metres to the patrolled beach and just a quick walk to Nobbys with its trendy shops, restaurants, cafes and thriving nightlife. Situated in a small block of only 9 units, this lovely ground floor abode features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and an undercover balcony flowing off the lounge room that is perfect for entertaining family and friends on those warm Gold Coast days after a nice dip in the ocean.

•• Ground floor •• 2 bedrooms •• 2 bathrooms •• Secured car space for 1 vehicle •• North facing balcony •• 1 of only 9 units

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4 / 23 DUDLEY STREET, MERMAID BEACH LIGHT, BRIGHT & BEACHY - RENOVATED 2 BEDROOM BEACH PAD Situated in a small block of only 4 units, this solid brick and tile abode ticks all the boxes - it's simply the perfect unit in the perfect location.

With no more work to be done, move straight in and enjoy the fantastic lifestyle that awaits. Surf all day, indulge in the local trendy restaurants and cafes and live the Mermaid Beach lifestyle that all your friends will envy.

•• Prime Beachside Location •• Light, bright and beachy •• 2 Bedrooms, 1 bathroom •• Single automatic lockup garage with plenty of room for storage •• Small block of 4 units •• Top floor •• Large east facing balcony

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STOP LOOKING YOU HAVE FOUND YOUR BEACHSIDE BEAUTY! Situated beachside in a boutique block of only 7 apartments, this fantastic, spacious, first floor unit ticks all the boxes. Light and bright with an ideal north easterly aspect you will feel right at home when you step inside your new beachside abode. Ideally located only a 2 minute walk (250m) to the Surf Club and patrolled beach this well presented apartment features:

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•• 2 generous bedrooms (master with en-suite) •• 2 bathrooms •• Spacious open plan living/dining areas flowing to sunny north east facing balcony •• Well appointed kitchen with plenty of storage PERRY BROSNAN •• Sparkling swimming pool 0414 758 204 •• Secure basement parking perry@prohenderson.com.au •• Partly furnished, perfect for beachside holidays www.prohenderson.com.au

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6 / 37 MONACO STREET, SURFERS PARADISE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS! Located directly on Main River with an ideal sunny northerly aspect, this first floor apartment is spacious, light and bright. Conveniently situated in a riverfront residential building and an easy walk to beautiful beaches (approx 650m), right on the border of Broadbeach and Surfers Paradise, affording you a lifestyle the envy of many. Priced to sell this well presented apartment features: •• 2 generous bedrooms (master with large W.I.R and en-suite) •• 2 bathrooms and separate laundry •• Large tiled open plan living •• Large sunny north facing balcony with river views •• Secure basement parking •• Easy lift access to your first floor apartment

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PERRY BROSNAN 0414 758 204 perry@prohenderson.com.au www.prohenderson.com.au

7/ 32 OCEAN STREET, MERMAID BEACH

$495,000

PARADISE BY THE OCEAN Make this beautiful apartment your new beachside home and start 2 2 2 enjoying the fantastic lifestyle this sought-after location affords you.

Situated in the well-presented boutique building "Ocean Paradise" and positioned just steps from the golden sands and beautiful surf of Mermaid Beach, this apartment features: •• 2 bedrooms (master with en-suite and W.I.R) •• 2 bathrooms •• Open plan living opening onto large East facing balcony.

Simon Francis •• 2 car secure basement parking plus storage shed 0413 198 357 •• Swimming pool and spa in complex simon@prohenderson.com.au •• 180m to the beach at the end of the street Perry Brosnan 0414 758 204 perry@prohenderson.com.au www.prohenderson.com.au

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Visit our website www.19karen.com.au for more information about our exhibitions and artists Phone: (07) 55545019 Email: info@19karen.com.au 19 Karen Avenue, Mermaid Beach QLD 4218

About 19 Karen Gallery and the Director, Terri Lew After selling her successful tourist magazines, Terri Lew didn’t feel she was ready to retire.

Her dream was to open an art gallery and discover new artists from all over the world, to give them a platform to showcase their talent and see them succeed in their chosen field. 19 Karen Contemporary Artspace is the materialisation of that dream and first opened its doors to the public in 2008.

Nine years on and the gallery has grown considerably and cemented its position as one of the finest contemporary galleries in the country.

The gallery website is easily navigated and is updated on a daily basis, bringing you new artworks, news and information as it happens. The gallery is also available for private viewing after business hours by appointment.

Terri chooses art that reflects her own personal taste. Her advice for buying art is simple.

“Buy art that you love. If you can’t walk away from it or if you are still thinking about it, it means that you have already committed to it emotionally. This is what art does to you. Buy art that reflects your taste, your mood and your personality.

There are no guarantees that an artist will become successful and give you a return on your investment but the joy you will receive from living with it, is worth every dollar your spend.” ~ Terri Lew

19 Karen was first established to promote and nurture emerging artists not yet represented by commercial galleries.

Some of these artists have since become successful and sought after by art galleries and collectors alike. Terri is dedicated to continue discovering innovative emerging Australian and International artists with exceptional and diverse talent to shock and excite you.

The gallery now represents 100 artists of various styles and genres –from Urban and Street art, to Pop art, Expressionism, Contemporary Figurative and Abstract to Realism, Surrealism and Pop Surrealism and anything in between – all enmeshed into one big white cube space in a converted warehouse – 380m2 the biggest art gallery on the Gold Coast, Australia! Adjacent to the gallery is an extensive stockroom for private viewing.

Artists Ariel Katzir (Left) and Monique Van Steen (Right) with the Director, Terri Lew (Centre).

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11 ATLANTIC AVENUE, MERMAID BEACH

VENDOR SEEKS URGENT SALE - BLINK AND YOU WILL MISS THIS!!

Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to buy the next best thing to beachside. The history of continual huge capital growth in the Mermaid Beach area assures the fortunate buyer a very secure asset for the future in this property. This neat highset home could be an ideal renovator or formulate plans to build your dream home on this block.

Offering dual living potential with great separation for an elderly family member or teenager who needs their own space, with an extensive rumpus room or guest retreat with kitchenette and bathroom that opens out to the backyard.

•• Potential, potential, potential!

•• Separate downstairs guest retreat with kitchenette & bathroom •• 3 bedrooms upstairs •• 2 bathrooms

SOLD UNDER THE HAMMER FOR $775,000

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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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14 FIRST AVENUE, BROADBEACH

PRIME OPPORTUNITY – ENTIRE BLOCK OF 8 UNITS – 150M TO THE BEACH Comprising of 1 x 3 bedroom, 3 x 2 bedrooms and 4 x 1 bedroom units, this block of 8 is perched proudly on this north facing corner of First Avenue and Surf Parade.

A solid investment for the future, with the ability for redevelopment with RD8 zoning which permits 1 bedroom every 13m2, totalling 52 bedrooms for the site. The options are limitless!

•• 13 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms total •• Total basement parking for 8 cars •• Swimming pool •• 678m2 (approx.) North facing corner block •• RD8 zoning (1 bedroom per 13m2) 52 units total (subject to Council approval) •• Approximate return of $165,000 to $170,000 p.a.

•• Approx. 160m to beach •• Under 400m (approx.) to light rail station

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1 / 21 VENTURA ROAD, MERMAID BEACH

CHOICE OF 2 LUXURY BEACHSIDE VILLAS - 1 SOLD, 1 REMAINING! Enviable location, exceptional presentation, breathtaking views and an expansive floor plan; these two luxury beachside villas have it all. ACT QUICKLY, VILLA 2 HAS JUST SOLD! 1 FULL FLOOR LUXURY VILLA REMAINING!! "Kooldeck" comprising of two full floor premier residences was the mastermind plan of two families coming together to create a property uncompromising in quality. Whether you buy one or buy both, you can be assured of a luxury lifestyle today and a sound investment for the future.

•• 3 spacious bedrooms, each with built in wardrobes and ceiling fans including master with ensuite, walk in wardrobe and private balcony •• Private ground floor guest accommodation or teenagers retreat •• 3 bathrooms plus rooftop powder room •• Use of 100m2 (approx.) rooftop entertaining area with spectacular panoramic views •• Spacious, contemporary open plan design

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MRI is the diagnostic technology of choice for sports-related injuries, because it allows our specialist musculo-skeletal physicians and radiologists to identify tears, and injuries to tendons, ligaments and muscles, as well as some fractures, which cannot be seen on conventional X-Rays.

MRI is an excellent diagnostic tool, and can be used to assess all major joints including, the shoulders, elbows, wrists, hips, ankles and feet. Tears of the menisci (cartilage), ligaments and tendons (knee) or rotator cuff (shoulder) and the labrum (shoulder or hip) are well visualised using an MRI scan. MRI technology is also usually the best choice for the spine, when investigating back pain.

Gold Coast Radiology (GCR) at Surfers Paradise, offers a comprehensive sports injury imaging service. GCR uses the strongest and most advanced clinical MRI system in the field, to provide superior quality, high-resolution images of all body parts; this is especially important for musculoskeletal and sports injury imaging. Image interpretation and reporting is completed by highly specialised musculoskeletal radiologists, with established expertise and experience looking after elite sportspeople and athletes.

The MRI scanner used at GCR (Surfers Paradise) has been designed with patient comfort in mind.

Use of advanced engineering and technology means greater flexibility and comfort for patients. Combine this with the only ‘in-room’ LCD television on the Gold Coast, where patients are able to watch TV during their MRI scans, and any concerns about claustrophobic feelings, as commonly associated with other MRI scanners, are all but gone.

If you have been hesitating about that MRI scan you need, to get back to the top of your game, wait no longer! Contact one of our friendly staff at Gold Coast Radiology, Surfers Paradise.

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135/7 REDONDO AVENUE, MIAMI

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FUN IN THE SUN - 2 BEDROOM BEACH BARGAIN IN MIAMI This spacious 2 bedroom 2 bathroom unit is situated in "Grande Florida", Miami's own exclusive tropical paradise with direct access to the beach.

This fantastic unit is nestled at the rear of this luxurious complex in a secluded position and enjoys use of the fabulous facilities including lagoon pools (one heated) set amongst a tropical landscape, with spa, sauna and games room.

•• Master bedroom with ensuite •• Second spacious double bedroom •• Galley kitchen with new appliances •• 2nd bathroom with separate toilet •• Direct beach access approx. 120m •• Security basement parking

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It was all about Studio 54 on the catwalk at the recent Alexander Vauthier haute couture show in Paris. Make like Bella and don your glitter, sequins, pantsuits, then head out to shine and shimmy.

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RRP $35.

OPI DS Pewter Textured polish

A matte metallic deep silver ore that reflects light in an explosion of brilliance. The spectacular diamond-dust formula comes in a range of ultra-rich, glimmering colors. www.opi.net.au

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$599,000

23 / 2 FRASER AVENUE, MIAMI LIGHT AND BRIGHT BEACHSIDE UNIT WITH OCEAN VIEWS This sunny 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom unit is perfectly positioned on the top floor of a 3 storey walk up and boasts lovely ocean views from your east facing balcony overlooking the pool. With spectacular high ceilings throughout, you will love the spacious feel of this modern beachside residence. With nothing left to do except unpack your suitcases, you can enjoy spending your days at the beach followed by a meal at BSKT Cafe or Nobbys Surf Club which is all within a short stroll away from your new home.

•• Top floor beachside unit •• Ocean views •• 2 bedrooms •• 2 bathrooms •• Spectacular high ceilings

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is NOT ‘the easy way out’ ROXANNE WENT FROM A SIZE 10 TO A SIZE 22 IN A SHORT SPACE OF TIME. SHE WAS UNEMPLOYED AND BECOMING MORE ANTI-SOCIAL BY THE DAY WHEN HER AUNT SUGGESTED SHTE INVESTIGATE WEIGHT LOSS SURGERY. 24 MONTHS LATER ROXANNE HAS LOST ALMOST 70 KILOS AND HASN’T LOOKED BACK.

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hen Roxanne one of Dr Jordaan’s first left school information nights she found herself to find out more. unemployed for over Roxanne booked her 6 months. Her selfappointment 1 week esteem suffered, later. she stopped being She says she social and she found experienced mixed herself steadily reactions from gaining weight. She friends and family, says her weakness who thought she was sugar, and lots of was simply taking it, “It got to a point where I was consuming ‘the easy way out’. Though Roxanne around 2-4 cans of soft drink per day, says it was anything but easy, “The first eating some form of cheap fast food for few months were a struggle. Not just lunch and dinner, and following up with a physically, but mentally as well. Even family sized block of chocolate and some though I wasn’t physically hungry it still lollies for dessert. I found myself ‘comfort felt odd for me to only be able to consume eating’ as I continued to spiral into a state liquids and pureed food. It wasn’t what I of unhappiness. I became anti-social and was used to.” was just turning into a generally snappy Bariatric surgery requires the same and grumpy person.” lifestyle modifications as anyone else Roxanne knew she had to get her weight who wants to lose weight. Eating smaller under control. She tried portions, consuming gyms and diets and ANNUAL PROBABILITY OF nutritionally dense food ATTAINING A HEALTHY BMI always found the daily and exercising more.

WITHOUT BARIATIC SURGERY battle without results The surgery simply Initial BMI Men Women dis-spiriting. Her Aunt kickstarts the weight loss 30 – 34.9 1 in 210 1 in 124 was the first to suggest and makes it possible 35.0 – 39.9 1 in 701 1 in 430 weight loss surgery and to maintain the lifestyle convinced Roxanne changes in the long term 40.0 – 44.9 1 in 1290 1 in 677 to come with her to *10 year longitudinal UK study of almost 300,000 people without battling hunger.

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21/15 SANTA MONICA ROAD, MIAMI

2105/1 ORACLE BOULEVARDE, BROADBEACH

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ALL SOLD BY PERRY BROSNAN

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EXPERIENCE AMAZING

To launch the Lexus LC 500, we asked the world’s #1 best-selling author to review it.

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At first glance, it strikes me that the Lexus LC 500 is clearly a beast, waiting to be unleashed upon the road.

One thing that sets the LC 500 apart from any other car I’ve driven is its almost surreal connection to the driver. I don’t sit in an LC 500; I get immersed in it. I’m impressed beyond words, by how this exquisite machine has been engineered for – somehow bespoke – tailored to – the driver. I feel as close to this engine as a jockey to a thoroughbred. Just, much more comfortably so.

Deep, lush leather seats, contoured shifter, an elliptical steering wheel – this keeps getting better…

One of the most surprising and memorable aspects of the LC 500 driving experience is the sound – the beautiful noise, the car’s roar. One touch of the engine start button and a symphony begins – its engine note sounds part Beethoven, part Hendrix.

This is not digitally filtered amplification. It’s organic.

I’ve heard overenthusiastic enthusiasts talk about being behind the wheel of a high-performance car as being in the cockpit of a fighter jet, but so far as I know – there isn’t an aircraft on Earth that is this wild, this elegant, this much pure, unadulterated fun to drive. If there was an ejector seat on the LC 500 – I would never use it.

I flash out onto the road and conduct the direct-drive V8 orchestra into its next 10 movements – I mean gears.

You heard it right, the LC 500 has 10 gears. The action is conducive to musical rhythm. Each transition is smooth, resonant and perfectly natural. I’m still new to this sports car, but it doesn’t require the usual learning curve. Second is as easy to attain as third as is fourth as is… Hey, I’d better watch my speed ’til I’m on the open highway.

The widescreen visibility and my sense of the car’s snug position on the road continues this unique experience of driving an LC 500. As I make my way down the state road,

I execute some deft – if I do say so – passing maneuvers; but I have zero worries about the LC 500’s ability to shoot a gap.

I take a sharp right turn, then a left, and another right, and the LC 500 hugs the road like a lover. That’s not exaggeration, it’s an understatement.

On the interstate access road, I bank sharply left, avoiding a delivery truck that somehow forgot to signal that it wanted to turn in front of me. I marvel at how effortlessly the LC 500 sidesteps potential danger, or even inconvenience. Also, how so many drivers I pass turn their heads and gawk. Seriously, nearly everyone stares at this dream masquerading as a car.

It’s an adrenaline rush watching the rest of life trying to keep up in the rearview mirror.

On the ramp to Interstate 95, I punch the accelerator and seamlessly transition into seventh. Minutes later, as I slide right for the airport exit, I note the driver I just passed, apparently mesmerized by my afterburnerinspired infinity tail-lights.

Suddenly, I realize – I am so not looking forward to this plane ride. A seductive notion occurs. I was going to write on the plane, but I’m ahead on all my work. Including, now, this review. What’s it to Miami? Seven hours in a conventional automobile? But the LC 500 is no conventional automobile.

I might even take the scenic route. Maybe I can find some tunnels to further amplify the engine’s growl.

What an astonishing ride, what a sports car, how intoxicating life becomes when you’re behind the wheel of an LC 500.

I think I just experienced amazing.

$399,000

6/2269 GOLD COAST HIGHWAY, MERMAID BEACH 2 BEDROOM BEACHSIDE UNIT AT NOBBYS This well-presented 2 bedroom beachside unit with ensuite is perfectly situated at Nobbys within a short stroll to the beach and the popular and trendy cafes, restaurants, shops and Nobby Surf Club. With public transport on your doorstep plus with stage 3 of the light rail recently announced, the Gold Coast is your oyster - So, leave the car at home and grab yourself a Go Card as everything is right at your fingertips when you live in this prime beachside location.

•• Ground floor •• 2 bedrooms •• 2 bathrooms (master with ensuite) •• Secure parking for one vehicle in basement •• Air-conditioning in living area

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FAMILY TIES WHY INVESTING IN PROPERTY CAN FAST TRACK YOUR CHILD’S FINANCIAL FUTURE.

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s a parent, one of the greatest practical gifts you can give your children is empowering them to be successful through education about financial matters. Initially this should include building up savings and teaching them how compounding works. As they grow into young adults discuss the various ways they can get ahead in life, including the possibility of investing in property - either a home or an investment property, or both!

Investing in property is largely seen as a safe way to build wealth, but it is a longterm strategy. The younger you start, the more effective it is, thanks to leverage (borrowing from a bank) and the power of compounding (time). For example, if you acquire a property for $500K at age 20 and it grows by a conservative 5% per annum, it will pretty much double by the time you are 35 to $1 million. How many people have $500K of equity at this young age? And by age 50, it

will be worth 4 times what you paid for it at $2 million.

If capital growth is 7%, then the property will double in value every 10 years, thus accelerating your equity build-up dramatically.

If well researched, and with the right advice, a property can be cash flow neutral or positive in the current market, and may become slightly cash flow negative if interest goes up far enough but, overall, should remain quite manageable.

If you acquire several properties over time, imagine the amount of equity you can build up by the time you retire! The difficulty is the starting point, as young people rarely have enough deposit for a first property. As a parent there are many ways you can help your children kick-start their wealth creation through property.

USE YOUR SAVINGS TO HELP WITH THE DEPOSIT If you are lucky enough to have sufficient savings, you could offer to donate the value of the deposit. Most people rationalise this gift as being “an advance on inheritance”. It’s fine, if you can afford to do it, although there is an argument that you are spoiling your child and not teaching him/her the value of money.

CO-INVEST WITH YOUR CHILD This is a controversial one.

It will certainly help your child get on the property ladder, but if you co-invest you are then “jointly and severally liable” for the debt, meaning that if your child does not repay the loan, you will have to.

CREATE YOUR OWN PORTFOLIO OF Here are a few: PROPERTIES OFFER TO BE This is about building WHICHEVER WAY YOU A SECURITY up wealth yourself CHOSE TO HELP YOUR GUARANTOR FOR with a view to OFFSPRING, IT IS WISE THE DEPOSIT eventually helping TO KEEP SOME FORM You can be a guarantor your children. This OF CONTROL OVER HOW way you keep control for the deposit on a property purchase, YOU PROVIDE FINANCIAL of how you pass it being owner occupied on to your child.

ASSISTANCE. or an investment. This Obviously you need involves giving the to start as early as bank a mortgage over your possible so that you are An alternative is to “lend” own home for a portion financially prepared when the deposit rather than of the purchase, usually the time is right. “gifting” it. This involves an limited to the 20% deposit agreed repayment schedule, on the property. You would Whichever way you chose but don’t hold your breath, then be responsible for to help your offspring, it you will be the last ranked the repayment of the 20% is wise to keep some form creditor in your child’s books deposit only. The bank of control over how you if things go wrong. After all will want you to be able to provide financial assistance. you are most unlikely to sue, service this loan on your But whatever you decide, it’s especially when you have own, so that you are not in always good if you can help no security to back up your danger of losing your home. kick-start their journey! loan.

Obviously, you would insist that your child focusses on PHILIPPE BRACH, CEO MULTIFOCUS PROPERTIES repaying your loan first!

AND FINANCE, IS AN EXPERIENCED PROPERTY To go down this road you need to have confidence in INVESTMENT SPECIALIST, FINANCE BROKER AND your child’s ability to hold a AUTHOR OF ‘CREATING PROPERTY WEALTH IN job and repay the debt you ANY MARKET’. TO FIND OUT HOW PHILIPPE AND have contracted on his/her HIS TEAM CAN HELP YOU WITH YOUR PROPERTY INVESTMENT GOALS VISIT www.multifocus.com.au behalf…

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11 Seashell Avenue, Mermaid Beach

2/87 Albatross Avenue, Mermaid Beach

49 Chainey Avenue, Miami

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ALL SOLD BY LUKE HENDERSON E: luke@prohenderson.com.au M: 0409 599 507

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SPRING SELLING Matt Leacy’s 8 budget landscaping tips to maximise sale price this spring.

SPRING IS USUALLY THE BUSIEST SEASON FOR REAL ESTATE SALES IN AUSTRALIA, WITH THE PROPERTY MARKET TRADITIONALLY SEEING AN UPSWING IN HOUSING STOCK, AUCTION CLEARANCE RATES AND SELLING PRICES.

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nd if you’re thinking about selling this spring, it’s worth recognising that you can potentially add thousands of dollars to your sale value by enhancing the outdoor aesthetic of your property.

That said, you’ll want to avoid spending loads of money on improving a property you’re soon going to pass to someone else.

So how can you make improvements to outdoor spaces but that’ll bolster your selling price, but that won’t cost you an arm and a leg?

Here, Matt Leacy from Landart Landscapes shares his top 8 cost-efficient tips for getting your outdoor areas primed and ready for a maximum sale price this spring.

in spring,” Matt says. “New plantings, in particular will need at least some time to mature, and you’ll get a lot more value out them aesthetically if you don’t leave them to the last minute.”

Matt adds: “When planning the types of improvements you’re going to make outdoors, it’s worth keeping in mind the key outdoor property features that most prospective buyers will look for – and you can then strategically prioritise your budget, time and resources.

“Most homebuyers are going to want outdoor spaces and gardens that are relatively lowmaintenance, well-presented and cost-efficient.”

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PRIORITISE CURB-SIDE APPEAL If you’ve got limited budget BE STRATEGIC “Starting in August or and want to prioritise a few September is optimal if you quick and key things, I’d always want to maximise your results recommend focusing on the

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front garden or property entrance as this is where the first big impression on a prospective buyer is going to be made. It sets the tone for what’s to come and allows you as the vendor to get on the front foot.

“One cost-effective but very impactful way to boost curb-side appeal is to incorporate verge planting into the front garden area,” says Matt.

“You’ll need to get council approval first, but it’s often worth the effort because verge-planting almost always enhances the aesthetic of a front garden area, makes the property look larger and it’s much lower-maintenance and pleasing on the eye than grass,” Matt explains.

“You might also consider giving your front garden a little boost by introducing some small hedges or adding a potted plant near the front door.

“A hand sculptured pot in a neutral palette containing citrus, rosemary or lavender plants can also offer a really subtle and inviting aroma for potential buyers walking through the front door,” says Matt.

any outdoor space is completely remove weeds and keep all shrubs trimmed and tidy,” Matt says. “Cover all garden beds with mulch as this will bring uniformity into the garden and ensure that it looks cared for and loved.

“It’s also important to trim back hedges, trees and foliage and remove any dead branches from the property,” Matt adds.

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LIGHT IT UP “Many property viewings occur in evenings and afternoons, so it’s important to be able to show off key outdoor areas in their best light,” says Matt. “It’s often worth investing in some basic outdoor lighting if you don’t have it already.”

“This doesn’t have to be too pricey and you don’t have to go overboard and purchase a lot of lights; a few mood and up-lights can be strategically placed to highlight the best facets of you outdoor spaces,” explains Matt.

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LOVE THE LAWN “An overgrown or dead lawn screams high-maintenance to a potential buyer, so it’s really worth making sure that all of your lawns are trimmed, tidy and green for viewings,” says Matt.

“You’ll also need to fertilise in the last month of winter to get it ready to go for spring,” Matt says.

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PLANT FOR QUICK COLOUR “Before putting a property on the market, you’re going to want to make sure that the gardens look as lush and visually stimulating as possible,” Matt says. “This often means injecting additional colour into the garden – and there are plenty of quick and inexpensive ways to do this in time for a spring sale.”

“You’re going to want to introduce plantings that will flower in time for spring – the likes of gardenias, jasmine plus some fast-growing plants like dichondra, convolvulus and Euphorbia ‘Diamond frost’,” says Matt. “Ornamental grasses and Helichrysum also grow very quickly and can easily fill and bring vibrancy to a space.”

“For a safe and impactful option, you can pretty much always turn to a good-sized, wellplaced succulent. These come in

a variety of colours, shapes and textures and look great in just about any environment,” Matt explains.

“Succulents also won’t require a lot of care from the vendor when they’re trying to sell, and most potential buyers won’t have any major problems with them,” says Matt. “They’re pretty inoffensive plants that people tend to like or have no real opinion on.”

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POOL MAINTENANCE “For pool owners, the most immediate thing to worry about is the pool filtration system,” Matt says. “Make sure that the system is adequate and working properly and – if that’s okay – it’s about keeping the water’s pH level balanced and removing leaves and any visible algae.”

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GURNEY HARD SURFACES “One of the quickest and simplest ways to improve the aesthetic of an outdoor spaces is to gurney hard surfaces to remove algae and mold so that they look fresh and new,” Matt says.

“You’ll usually find algae and mold on south-facing or lowlight areas of the property – anywhere that doesn’t get a lot of sun or that has a lot of water running over it.”

Founder of the award-winning Landart Landscapes, Matt Leacy, has 20 years’ experience in design, construction and maintenance services across landscaping and pool installation for both residential and commercial properties.

Matt is a qualified horticulturalist and the current President of the LNA Master Landscapers Association (the equivalent of the Master Builders Association for the landscaping industry). www.landart.com.au

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187 – 191 HEDGES AVENUE, MERMAID BEACH HEDGES AVENUE AT ITS FINEST - A HOUSE OF LUXURY WITH QUEENSLAND'S LEADING ADDRESS The ultimate of locations - 1,214m2 (3 blocks of land) of absolute beachfront land on Hedges Avenue with an enormous 30 metres of direct frontage on to the surf and the sand of a patrolled beach adjoining parkland where you appreciate the open space of no neighbours, with your views of the southern Gold Coast completely uninterrupted.

Architecturally stunning home by Paul Uhlmann - Enjoy all 1,374m2 or 148 squares (approx.) of style and quality of this recently built home being luxury in its finish, open in its design and impressive to all who visit. This exquisite home's street appeal makes it a beacon on the Hedges Avenue map with its specially sourced, individually selected and painstakingly laid exterior stonework that embraces the homes exterior.

LUKE HENDERSON 0409 599 507 luke@prohenderson.com.au

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•• 5 Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms are ensuited and 4 bedrooms feature private balconies. The Master suite features ensuite, dressing room and large balcony with glorious views of the ocean •• Multiple bathrooms and powder rooms •• Massive yard area - it's the size of one whole block of land - landscaped and undulating to emphasise the ocean views •• Multiple living and break out areas including the library so the whole family can individually enjoy their own space •• Study •• High above the world, enjoy your own private roof deck covered by Vergola to watch the whales go by •• Massive secure basement for at least 7 cars that also features gym, cold room, storerooms, sauna, bathroom, your dog's own bedroom and second laundry

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TECH TRAUMA IT’S NOT ONLY OUR EYES, BRAINS, BACKS AND BUTTS THAT ARE IMPACTED BY LIVES SPENT IN FRONT OF DEVICES – OUR SKIN IS SHOWING SIGNS OF PREMATURE AGEING THANKS TO WHAT DERMATOLOGISTS REFER TO AS “TECH NECK AND PHONE FACE”.

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ccording to the The Future Laboratory‘s Beauty Futures Report “The problem of wrinkles and sagging of the jowls and neck used to begin in late middle age, but in the past 10 years, because of Tech Neck, it has become a problem for a generation of younger women”.

It’s not just the postures and expressions we adopt, straining to read, hunched over and frowning at our e-devices, that are accelerating the symptoms of ageing.

According to The Future Lab report, a sinister new foe is emerging: High-Energy Visible (HEV) rays emitted by the screens that we all spend hours each day staring at.

Researchers have discovered that the blue light emitted by these screens could be more damaging to skin than UVA and UVB rays from the sun, and even penetrate skin deeply enough to affect DNA. “We probably spend more time in front of a screen than under the sun now,” states the report. “Smartphones, laptops, TV… you can’t even get into a taxi now without being in front of a screen.

Skincare brands are working with new ingredients, such as marine algae, that shield the skin from HEV light in the same way that more traditional formulations fend off UVA and UVB rays.

Another skin sin is the bacteria that our faces are exposed to with constant mobile phone usage, which can result in irritation, black heads and even acne.

The small font and glare from the screen can also lead to squinting for extended periods of time. This in turn aggravate and exacerbate any frown lines and can be extremely problematic for the eyes.

Scrolling through Instagram for prolonged periods of time can result in increased activation in neck muscles and create tension in the jaw. The pull of gravity from downwards faces also means sagging in the lower face and neck may start to occur earlier in life’ (aka Tech Neck).

Enter the new era of face masks and treatments specifically for the neck, many using hyaluronic acid to rehydrate skin and help restore elasticity and firmness and devices such as Thermage or Ultraformer III ultrasound skintightening system which deliver heat energy into the skin to stimulate collagen remodelling.

Treatments aside, consider spending enough time off your device, with regular breaks, exercise and time limits to break the 24/7 connectivity cycle we often find ourselves in. thefuturelaboratory.com

SCREEN MANAGEMENT: LIMIT NON-WORK SCREEN TIME KEEP BEDROOMS SCREEN-FREE MAKE MEALTIMES FREE OF TVS, SMART PHONES AND OTHER SCREENS USE THE TIME DURING TV ADS TO BE PHYSICALLY ACTIVE LIMIT SOCIALISING ON SOCIAL MEDIA OR TEXTING. w w.hea l t h.g ov.a u

Through a riveting fusion of cutting-edge visuals, puppetry and stagecraft buoyed by a soaring cinematic score, Cirque du Soleil applies its unique signature style to James Cameron’s imaginary world and “makes the bond” between two kindred artistic visions that capture the imagination.

CIRQUE DU SOLEIL NEW SHOW FOR 2017

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ritten and directed by Michel Lemieux and Victor Pilon and inspired by James Cameron’s recordbreaking film AVATAR, TORUK – The First Flight by Cirque du Soleil will make its Australian debut at Brisbane’s Entertainment Centre in October before heading to Sydney (Qudos Bank Arena), Melbourne (Rod Laver Arena) and then Adelaide (Entertainment Centre).

AUSTRALIAN DEBUT ANNOUNCED FOR CIRQUE DU SOLEIL’S TOURING SHOW INSPIRED BY JAMES CAMERON’S AVATAR, TORUK – THE FIRST FLIGHT. and Cirque is able to capture that absolutely perfectly, because it’s all about human performance and physicality.

It makes you feel alive to watch these performers,” said James Cameron.

‘’TORUK – The First Flight is an integration of humanity and technology, a colourful spectacle for the entire family. We are delighted to see this epic journey take flight in Australia, a country so rich in culture and “Avatar is really meant to scenery as can be found on be a celebration of human Pandora,’’ said director and motion and human emotion writer Michel Lemieux.

This live immersive experience also bears the distinct signature of directors and multimedia innovators Michel Lemieux and Victor Pilon. It is a living ode to the Na’vi’s symbiotic co-existence with nature and their belief in the basic interconnectedness of all living things.

Brisbane Entertainment Centre: 5 to 8 & 13 to 15 October 2017.

TORUK – The First Flight is Cirque du Soleil’s 37th production since 1984.

The company has brought wonder and delight to more than 155 million spectators in more than 300 cities on six continents. Cirque du Soleil has close to 4,000 employees, including 1,300 performing artists from close to 50 different countries. www.cirquedusoleil.com. www.facebook.com/ torukthefirstflight @cirquedusoleil

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•• Entry Level family home •• Fully fenced 459m2 block •• 3 spacious bedrooms •• 2 bathrooms, master with ensuite •• Massive doube lock up garage •• Spacious Open plan living

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