Highfields' Own April-May 2017 by News Corp Custom Publishing

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The Age of Anxiety:

A holistic approach with Amy Manz

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THE AGE OF ANXIETY Highfields kinesiologist Amy Manz nurtures growing anxiety rates with holistic health

DECADENCE Delicious autumn and Easter treats

HIGHFIELDS FACE OF WEETWOOD Robyn and Hamish Carter share what it’s like to live in Highfields

BE SCENE Who was out and about at the Highfields Village Markets

REAL ESTATE Tony’s Notes, the Highfields property market and more

advertising Darcy Wilson 4690 9315 editor Clare Standfast 4690 9390 enquiries t: 4690 9390 e: clare.standfast@thechronicle.com.au 109 Neil St, Toowoomba PO Box 40, Toowoomba Qld 4350 Printed by News Corp Australia, Highfields’ Own is a free publication and is not to be sold. All material published in Highfields’ Own is subject to copyright provisions. No part of this publication may be reproduced without prior written permission from the publisher. DISCLAIMER: The information contained within Highfields’ Own is given in good faith and obtained from sources believed to be accurate. The views expressed are not necessarily those of the publisher; The Chronicle will not be liable for any opinion or advice contained herein. April/May 2017

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t’s so hard to believe that we’re in April! Naturally, the Darling Downs is baring its cooler weather and it’s the perfect excuse to start rugging up in beautiful winter fashion. This edition of Highfields’ Own has made me feel very involved and close to the community, which is what Highfields is known for and a reason it’s so special — it engages everyone. I’ve met some absolutely wonderful ladies who have rebranded the Markets at the Manor to the Highfields Village Markets, creating a beautiful, family-oriented space for the community to enjoy every second Saturday of the month. This month our cover is graced by local kinesiologist Amy Manz of Blissful Essence — what a woman! She has been an absolute joy to work with. Amy also played a huge part in our main feature this month, The Age of Anxiety, where we talk about the development of anxiety in today’s society and the involvement of holistic health. Credit must go to Arbonne make-up maestro Joanna Maloney for making Amy extra-beautiful on cover shoot day, and the Highfields Pioneer Village for giving us such a funky, green and gorgeous location. I hope you enjoy this edition as much as I always enjoy gathering all of the wonderful pieces to put it together. As always, drop me a line — I love hearing from you. My best,

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OUR PEOPLE Meet Susie Thompson, a local mum and mobile banking manager with ME Bank in Highfields How long have you been in Highfields for? I have been in Highfields for nearly four years. I am a mobile banking manager with ME Bank and work from my office at home. What brought you to the Highfields region? There was fantastic housing availability when we moved to Highfields, and my family and I were looking for a different, relaxed lifestyle — Highfields isn’t as busy as Toowoomba, and the ease of getting around in a small community is wonderful. How have you seen the region change since you have been living and working there? The area has had huge growth, particularly in its infrastructure facilities including schools, eating facilities and the new sporting complex. What do you love the most about the Highfields region? I can do all my day to day activities and shopping and I don’t have to go into Toowoomba. Living on acreage allows us to enjoy outdoor activities like horse riding and have other farm animals but we’re still close to everything. Where is your favourite Highfields region hotspot? Highfields offers us so many different

cafés and coffee shops as well as beautiful parks and nature walks — it’s hard to pick just one! Where do you like to take friends or family members when they come to the area? Cafés and coffee shops along the New England Highway. What would you like to see for the Highfields region in the future? It’d be fantastic to see Highfields host more activities for young people to attend such as concerts and sporting events. What do you like to do around the Highfields region in your free time? Go to local pilates classes, take advantage of the beautiful parks like Peacehaven, walk through the quiet streets for exercise and go out for breakfast or coffee. Describe a favourite memory from your time in Highfields. Giving the kids the opportunity to live in a lovely area that is safe but offers all the facitilites of a small community and having more options for senior school education. How do you participate in the community? I always enjoy going to watch the kids play sport such as futsal in the community centre. This is a great community and a lovely place to live.

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FEATURE

THE AGE OF ANXIETY BY CLARE STANDFAST

hat would you say if someone told you they were going “Kinesiology also looks at whether our beliefs and the way we to attempt rebalancing your body and mind through act them out are learnt behaviours, for example, if mum has muscle testing? anxiety, it is quite common for their child to have it too — could By engaging with its responses, and identifying the emotions this be because mum has not dealt with the cause and has involved, measuring stress through muscles, and balancing stress inadvertently passed it down to her child?” through these? With the array of options today for self-healing and treatment Would you believe this was possible? when it comes to anxiety and health in general, some of the This holistic type of health is called kinesiology, and coping mechanisms prior to their availabity were different. Highfields mother-of-three Amy Manz is leading the way for “When I think of my grandparents generation, I believe that nurturing our new age of anxiety. their way was to ‘shut up and put up’ — you definitely didn’t let According to the Australian Institute of Kinesiologists, it was anyone see you as weak, which is what I think people thought introduced in the late 1960s by American chiropractor Dr George emotions were ... a weakness,” Amy says. Goodheart DC. Amy strongly believes that kinesiology, western medicine and “As a society we are terrible at dealing with our emotions, we other health services can work in addition or alteratively to each prefer to lock them away and tell ourselves that we will deal with other rather than against each other. them later — after all, it’s not socially acceptable to break down “Kinesiology isn’t a treatment, nor do we diagnose or prescribe in public, or so we are led to believe — who taught us that — we work with the body’s own self healing ability and use anyway?” Amy says. muscle testing (a form of bio-feedback) to help find “Sometimes we stop and deal with them, but more stressors and imbalances in the body — we work often than not, we start to feel a little better so we with emotions,” Amy says. think we have dealt with the emotion that flared to “Yes, there are often physical symptoms that the surface. go hand in hand with anxiety but if we can “What we don’t realise is that those emotions help balance the emotions, the physical will keep coming until we deal with the cause, symptoms often dissipate. the emotion will continue to ge more and more “Once we identify the emotions on board, intense, often bringing with it other symptoms, they lose their power, we investigate the — AMY MANZ, and if we deny the emotion long enough it may emotions in depth and then track down what it KINESIOLOGIST manifest into disease.” is that your body needs to help balance the Mother to three daughters, Kya, Ariah and negative emotion.” Izzy-Mae, Amy runs Blissful Essence, her kinesiology Anxiety is a factor in our lives that we often push and alternative health service from her Highfields home. to the side, and Amy believes that there are a lot of “Kinesiology has changed my life — I am happier, healthier contributing factors to anxiety that we don’t consider, however, and more balanced than I have ever been and I love sharing what I they are all stress — just not stress as we readily know it. do with my local community,” Amy says. These can include physical injury and ailments, emotional, As a community, anxiety is a common and often unavoidable chemical imbalances (this can be from food), spiritual, financial, emotion, however it is curious as to whether stress levels as a environmental (places we live and work in) and familial stress. collective have grown in the last few generations or decades. “If we are stressed about something, even the slightest bit “Absolutely — or perhaps we are just more aware of it now and stressed, we can be thrown into a state of anxiousness — as we go have made it okay to talk about it?” Amy questions. from living in the present to living in the future — worrying about “It’s hard to know — either way, at least now we aren’t things that have not and may not happen at this point,” Amy says. suppressing it — we are supporting people to open up about their “Anxiety is about living in the future.” anxiety. However, holistic health is not for everyone — it has been seen .

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Registered kinesiologist Amy Manz of Blissful Essence in Highfields is leading the way in nurturing our current age of anxiety. PHOTOS: TIM SWINSON PHOTOGRAPHY

as a negative alternative or a push against western medicine. “I guess people are always scared of something that isn’t the ‘norm’ — it wasn’t that long ago that chiropractors and naturopaths were considered witchdoctors but today they are practitioners that we trust and go to for help,” Amy says. “Kinesiology is still new so I understand people feeling like that, and they are entitled to their opinion — everything has to be the new thing at some point and as people allow themselves to try the new and begin the understand how it works, society will begin to trust the process just as we have with all the modalities before.” Amy has a few easy tips to handle any anxiety you may feel. Breathing “I know that sounds simple, but when we’re stuck in anxiety we don’t breath effectively,” Amy says. “If we take shallow breaths we can’t stop our racing heart and the body can’t deliver nutrients efficiently through our circulation, the diaphragm won’t push down and the organs won’t be massaged to help them work effectively. “Looking at this holistically, if the physical side remains in fight or flight mode, we also then can’t shift through emotions.

options or ideas; a place where we can be creative and think of new solutions without letting the emotions of our belief system take hold. Find a practitioner Arm yourself with practitioners who can help you find the cause of your anxiety rather than mask it. Trust your gut when choosing your practitioner, find those that you are drawn to — they are the ones who will help you. Visit Amy’s Facebook page, Blissful Essence — Amy Manz Kinesiologist, call 0438 463 072 to see her in her Highfields clinic or visit her on the second Saturday of every month at the Highfields Village Markets at the Highfields Village Shopping Centre.

RESOURCES TO ASSIST If you’re struggling with anxiety, there are plenty of resources to access for help. ReachOut WorryTime is a useful app that helps you control everyday stress and anxiety. Whenever a worrying thought crosses your mind, pop it into the app and set a reminder for later. You can then forget it until the ‘worry time’ you set. Anxietynetwork.com offers a huge variety of statistics, articles and support opportunities. Headspace Australia is a national youth mental health foundation that offers headspace centres, online counselling services and postvention suicide support programs.

Breathing with Emotional Stress Release Couple up breathing with a technique called ESR where you lightly hold your forehead. This reflex point has a harmonising effect and helps find new

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1. Grease your pan of choice and line base and sides with baking paper. Process biscuits in food processor until they resemble fine breadcrumbs. Add butter and process until combined. Press mixture over base of pan and refrigerate for 30 minutes. 2. Place chocolate in large heatproof bowl over saucepan of simmering water. Stir until melted and smooth, then remove from heat. Cool for 10 minutes. 3. Beat cream and liquer until soft peaks form. Fold cream mixture into chocolate, then pour over base. Cover and refrigerate until set. —taste.com.au

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tep aside from the usual painted or dyed eggs this year with these easy-to-make washi paper eggs. You may wish to blow your own eggs as I have done, or use pre-purchased wood or foam eggs found at craft stores during Easter. Use PVA or another white craft glue and thin down in a small bowl with an equal amount of water. Tear the Japanese washi paper into pieces – make sure none of the pieces are any larger than a 5 cent coin or they won’t stick to the egg properly. Briefly place a piece of torn paper into the glue solution then smooth on to the egg. Repeat until the egg is completely covered, then leave to dry. Once completely dry, paint the egg with clear vanish.

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HAMPTON FESTIVAL FEVER Mandy Ross, Jay Cox with baby Mia Ross enjoy the culinary delights at last year’s Hampton Festival.

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The region will again come alive with music, art and local produce for the annual Hampton Festival this May

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his May the beautiful Hampton area will fill with delicious local produce, cooking demonstrations, live music, celebrity chefs and other delights from the rich region we call home. The annual Hampton Festival, held Sunday, May 21, is a truly memorable experience to try in your own backyard. With events in the lead up as well as a full day’s program on the Sunday, there is something to engage everyone. Visit the Hampton Art Exhibition, take a seat in one of the demonstration tents and watch some of the best chefs in the business share their secrets, or sit and listen to live music as you sample the best produce from the Darling Downs and region. Cooking demonstrations are scheduled throughout the day at the festival, with this year’s headline announced as Paul West of River Cottage Australia fame. In the Australian show, adapted from the British flagship program of the same name, former chef Paul and his family attempt to live in a self sufficient manner on a small hobby farm, showcasing local produce and farming techniques. Catch this sustainable farming and organic food guru’s demonstrations on Sunday, May 21. The Hampton Art Exhibition will also be one not to miss, running across both Saturday and Sunday. Saturday sees the opening and preview, running from 2.30pm to 5pm, while on Sunday the exhibition will be open for the day from 9.30am to 4pm. Tickets are currently available for purchase online and more information regarding times of activities, transport options as well as cooking demonstrations and workshops can be found at the website www.hamptonfestival.com.

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his year’s Hampton Festival truly promises something for everyone, with options even for those who can’t make it to the main festival day on the Sunday. Visit www.hamptonfestival.com/workshops for a full list of workshops available. Try your hand at a cheesemaking workshop with Graham Redhead — with delights such as marinated Persian feta, milk ricotta and fresh mozzarella on the lineup, it’s sure to be a delicious one! Another appealing workshop is the Draw and Pour, which involves a charcoal sketching masterclass and wine appreciation and tasting. There will also be activities for the children available to coincide with the Draw and Pour workshop. So head along and try something new this Hampton Festival.

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GIVE ME A HOME AMONG THE GUMTREES 2017 Face of Weetwood Robyn Carter loves calling Highfields home

ighfields local Robyn Carter does not love the limelight, in fact when she was announced as the 2017 Face of Weetwood she was admittedly a little nervous about the media appearances. She is more at home when surrounded by teenagers, having clocked up 11 years as a teacher at Downlands College. “I love the kids, teenagers are hard work but they’re beautiful natured kids,” Robyn says. “Especially the Downlands kids — a lot are country kids — good, down-to-earth kids who love having fun and love their sport. “They are well-rounded.” Robyn is accomplished in her own right, previously working as

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we do a lot of running and walking of our dogs.” The thing the Carters most prize about Highfields is the community culture. This was highlighted when six months ago three-year-old Adam found a purple Sharpie marker and set about drawing up both sides of the freshly painted hallway, on all the newly mounted doors, and even behind his bedroom door, just for good measure. Hamish uploaded a video to the Hit FM Facebook page of a very proud Adam showing his dad his handiwork. That week when they were out and about around Highfields a lady at a local shop remarked, “Oh, here’s the little artist.” Both Hamish and Robyn lead busy lives, with Robyn coaching sport and Hamish having run a taekwondo club in Toowoomba for the last 15 years. “Hamish is a third degree black belt so he and the boys are often out in the backyard doing kicks and things like that all the time,” Robyn says. With their different schedules and heavy workloads they love the sanctuary of their home amongst the gumtrees. Some of their favourite local locations include Kerb Café and Gelato, the Chocolate Cottage, Danish Flower Art and Peacehaven Park. “We have lots of picnics with friends there,” Robyn says. “Most of the time we are hanging out with the neighbours or taking the dogs to the off-leash parks.” For now, Robyn is looking forward to her role as Weetwood ambassador. “I’m just excited to meet new people, I think people tend to think that Hamish and I lead an extravagant lifestyle or have celebrity friends,” she laughs. “But we don’t; we are very basic people and are so busy with sport and work that we don’t get out enough. “So this is a really good opportunity to meet some new people around Toowoomba.” Make sure to say hello to Robyn when you see her at Weetwood this year.

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TONY’S NOTES Hello and welcome again to the latest edition of Highfields’ Own magazine. The year is flying along and as I write this it’s hard to believe Easter is just around the corner. In regards to the local real estate market I am sure that I sometimes sound like a broken record, but the fact is with the half-acre to acre properties in Highfields, there is simply very little on the market. Buyers are crying out for these properties, however they are being held very tightly and as a result the few that do reach the market are selling very quickly and for good prices. I believe that one of the main reasons for this is that there is hardly any larger blocks of land being released by developers. These larger blocks are what Highfields was originally built on and the lifestyle that they created. Even the smaller blocks were a quarter of an acre which is twice the size of your modern Middle Ridge block. It would be nice to see a developer come along and develop some of the larger blocks — again, they would sell extremely well. There are a lot of buyers who still want room for a shed, pool and room for a veggie patch and the kids to play. Wishing everyone a happy Easter, and if you haven’t been before, check out over Easter the Pioneer Village — it’s a great place that the whole family will enjoy. — Tony Franke, principal of Ray White Toowoomba Range

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re you in the market for a property? While buying a new home is an exciting experience, it can also prove very stressful, especially if you are competing for your dream home against a lot of other potential buyers. Thankfully, there are ways for you to get yourself ahead of the pack and lift your chances of securing that dream property — and it all starts with loan pre-approval. Loan pre-approval provides you with a conditional approval of a loan amount. Generally speaking, it’s based on an assessment of your individual circumstances, needs and ability to repay the loan. A loan pre-approval will provide you with some clarity around the amount you can borrow, and therefore, what you may be able to spend on a property. As a result, it will stop you from looking at properties that are well outside of your price range. Further, loan pre-approval will put you in a stronger position to negotiate with a vendor or bid at auction. It’s important to keep in mind that pre-approvals are usually a limited-time offer — usually for a period of three to six months,

depending on the lender. In order to help yourself prepare for pre-approval, there are a few things you should do. Organise your deposit: As a home buyer, you generally need a deposit of at least five per cent of the purchase price, plus upfront costs. You will also need to show evidence of a genuine savings plan, such as bank statements that illustrate a savings strategy for at least three and up to six consecutive months. Pleasingly, some lenders now consider rent payments as evidence of genuine savings. Check your credit history: Grey areas in your credit history, such as bill defaults and/or prior loan/credit applications can affect your loan pre-approval application. It’s important to resolve any credit impairments with the relevant credit provider before you apply for finance. Your local broker can help you identify what credit defaults (if any) that you may have and work with you to rectify the situation. Prepare your paperwork: Gather evidence of your employment, income, assets, liabilities and expenses. You’ll also need to provide your driver’s license or other ID, recent pay slips, tax returns and bank statements.

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s a landlord you may have to replace items stolen or damaged by tenants. Landlord insurance can protect your investment property in much the same way as you protect your own home, says NAB. When reviewing a rental application you’re hoping to choose the perfect tenant. Even ideal tenants could lose their job, get injured or have their work hours reduced. So it makes financial sense to protect your investment property with landlord’s insurance.

COVERING YOUR CONTENTS

You can insure the contents you’ve left for your tenants to use. You’ll be covered for the damage caused by your tenants or replacement costs if they’re stolen.

LOSING YOUR RENTAL INCOME

This type of insurance can cover you for loss of rent if your tenant doesn’t pay. You’re only covered if you still have a mortgage on the property, not if you own it outright. So if your tenant packs up and leaves without notice or they die, your rent default will be paid.

You might also be covered for legal expenses incurred to recover the rent owed.

PROTECTING YOUR INVESTMENT PROPERTY

Nature is unpredictable and has a way of reminding us through crazy storms or life threatening fires. If this happens and you have building cover you’ll be covered for any damage caused by these types of natural disasters.

LANDLORD INSURANCE

It might seem like another expense added to your budget plan but remember it can be a tax deductible expense. For instance, a couple of month’s lost rent could cost $2600. A new couch could be $500 and a broken window from storm damage another $500. This total cost of $3600 is probably higher than the cost of taking out landlord’s insurance. It makes sense to protect your investment property with landlord insurance and to consider the optional additional cover for Rent Default and Theft by Tenant.

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Kleinton 6 Lockyer Street 4

Spacious and Gracious Appreciate the attention to detail that this modern SUBURB Property Address lifestyle contemporary home has to offer. With 9 foot ceilings throughout dedicated media room and large open plan family dining room. The kitchen offers a butlers pantry loads of bench space and 900 millimetre oven that is sure to please the master chef in any family. The 4 bedrooms are all double sized with the master offering a luxurious ensuite.

Ray White Highfields

April/May 2017

• Largest block in the estate • 4 bedrooms plus study •Auction Kitchen with butlers pantry 14, 2012, •Wednesday, Huge walkSeptember in robe 6.30pm at the Town Hall View Saturday October or Sunday November Name Surname XXXX XXX XXX name.surname@raywhite.com raywhite.com/123456 0000 0000

Sale $629,000 Tony Franke 0410 540 005 tony.franke@raywhite.com

Highfields 2 O’Davis Street 4

The Best In Modern Family Living This stunning family home showcases attention to SUBURB Property Address detail that will impress the most fastidious buyer. Offering 4 bedrooms with huge main & luxurious ensuite plus a dedicated study. Open plan family dining off the ultra impressive kitchen with butler’s pantry. Large north east facing entertaining with immaculate lawn & landscaping. Without a doubt this home has been admired by anyone who has ever driven past & now is your chance to call it home.

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• Dedicated home theatre • Detached 12m x 4m shed •Auction Floating timber floors September 14, 2012, •Wednesday, 8.6 foot ceilings 6.30pm at the Town Hall • A truly stunning package View Saturday October or Sunday November Name Surname XXXX XXX XXX name.surname@raywhite.com raywhite.com/123456 0000 0000

Sale Interest From $598,000 Tony Franke 0410 540 005 tony.franke@raywhite.com

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Kleinton 53 Sportsman Drive 4

Simply Stunning - Builder’s Own Home This large home offers luxury & livability that simply SUBURB Address has to be seenProperty to be believed! Offering 4 double sized bedrooms plus study, master with a huge walk in robe & luxurious ensuite. Open plan family/dining off the well appointed kitchen with massive amount of storage & bench space. Opening up to a spectacular covered entertaining area with a secure yard with a powered 6m x 6m shed with established landscaping and rainwater tank.

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April/May 2017

• Separate dedicated home theatre • Established landscaping & rainwater Auction tank September 14, 2012, •Wednesday, High ceilings 6.30pm at the Town • Air conditioning & Hall security screens View Saturday October or Sunday November Name Surname XXXX XXX XXX name.surname@raywhite.com raywhite.com/123456 0000 0000

Sale $587,000 Tony Franke 0410 540 005 tony.franke@raywhite.com

Highfields 19B Kratzke Road 4

Large On Living Positioned opposite the Mary McKillop school and SUBURB Property Address within short walking distance to the Highfields Village Shopping Centre is this very large family home. Offering 3 massive living areas including massive open plan family and dining off the spacious kitchen, separate lounge and dining rooms,as well as 4 doubled sized bedrooms.

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• 3m by 9m carport • Detached 9m by 9m powered shed •Auction 60,000 Litres of rain water September 14, 2012, •Wednesday, 3000m2 block with extensive 6.30pm at the Town Hall landscaping View Saturday October or Sunday November Name Surname XXXX XXX XXX name.surname@raywhite.com raywhite.com/123456 0000 0000

Sales $599,000 Tony Franke 0410 540 005 tony.franke@raywhite.com

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Highfields 6 Jorgensen Street 3

Serenity Is Yours Take the time out to enjoy the things that matter SUBURB Property with your very own patch ofAddress paradise. Escape the hustle and bustle on this 3292 m2 allotment less than 15 minutes drive away from the Toowoomba CBD. Tucked away in a quiet leafy street in exclusive Highfields this home is perfect for early retirees or young families. The home offers 3 good sized bedrooms, open plan living, huge enclosed outdoor entertaining area.

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April/May 2017

• Level 3292m2 block • Quiet street •Auction Detached 6x12 powered shed September 14, 2012, •Wednesday, Well established garden 6.30pm at the Town Hall View Saturday October or Sunday November Name Surname XXXX XXX XXX name.surname@raywhite.com raywhite.com/123456 0000 0000

Sale $495,000 Tony Franke 0410 540 005 tony.franke@raywhite.com

Highfields 23 Honeyeater Drive 4

Now, This is living Located in the ever popular Kalimna Park Estate SUBURB Address sits this qualityProperty Gordon Burke built family home just waiting for you! A superb combination of formal and informal living areas allow for all the family to spread out. The modern kitchen equipped with generous bench tops, quality stainless steel appliances and stylish cabinetry is centrally positioned and connects perfectly with the dining & alfresco entertaining area.

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• Highfields Primary catchment area • Separate driveway to 6 x 6 shed •Auction Functional floor plan September 14, 2012, •Wednesday, Immaculate presentation 6.30pm at the Town Hall View Saturday October or Sunday November Name Surname XXXX XXX XXX name.surname@raywhite.com raywhite.com/123456 0000 0000

Sale Interest From $569,000 Tony Franke 0410 540 005 tony.franke@raywhite.com

April/May 2017

Kleinton 12 Hendra Court 4

Family Friendly Living In Convenient Location Peacefully positioned in a quiet area surrounded by SUBURB Property Address upmarket properties, this beautiful home will provide any family the opportunity of a enviable lifestyle. Set on a generous 1098m2 block with rear yard access, this exquisite residence presents a comfortable haven with great indoor and outdoor spaces.

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April/May 2017

• 1098m2 block • 4 bedrooms plus study •Auction Large living areas September 14, 2012, •Wednesday, Great family home 6.30pm at the Town Hall • Covered outdoor alfresco area October orshed Sunday •View 6m Saturday x 7.5m tradesman November • Rear access Name Surname XXXX XXX XXX name.surname@raywhite.com raywhite.com/123456 0000 0000

Sale $499,000 Tony Franke 0410 540 005 tony.franke@raywhite.com

SO LD Highfields 54 Federation Drive SUBURB Property Address Simply Has To Be Sold

Unfortunate circumstances dictate that this magnificent family home has to be sold & the price has been greatly reduced from similar homes to sell immediately. Great master with large walk in robe & ensuite. with, island bench all with stone tops, huge walk in pantry.

Wednesday, Septemberplus 14, study 2012, • 4 double bedrooms 6.30pm at the Town • Massive open planHall living

View Saturday October or with Sunday • State of the art kitchen 900mill • GasNovember cook top Name Surname XXXX XXX XXX name.surname@raywhite.com raywhite.com/123456 0000 0000

SOLD Tony Franke 0410 540 005 tony.franke@raywhite.com

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Highfields 31 Goshawk Drive SUBURB Property Address Looking For Instant Equity?

Set on a large 920m2 block with room for a pool & a shed, this executive home offers all the modern conveniences with open plan family living, separate lounge, reverse cycle air conditioning & security screens. Orientated to take advantage of the rural views with minimal maintenance & maximum lifestyle.

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Auction Wednesday, September 14, 2012, • 920m2 block 6.30pm at the Town Hall • Reverse cycle air conditioner

View Saturday October or Sunday • Security screens November • Close to schools & shops XXXX XXX XXX •Name ValueSurname for Money name.surname@raywhite.com raywhite.com/123456 0000 0000

SOLD Tony Franke 0410 540 005 tony.franke@raywhite.com

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SO LD Highfields 2 Prospect Terrace SUBURB Property Address

Auction

Your Own Piece Of Paradise

Immerse yourself in the spectacular lifestyle on offer with this luxury executive home. Situated on a 1000m2 corner block in a prime location, within walking distance to all of Highfields schools & shopping, Offering 6 bedrooms, expansive living areas, brilliant outdoor entertaining, swimming pool.

View Saturday October or Sunday dining • Air November conditioning and ceiling fans Surname XXXX XXX XXXwith built •Name Covered outdoor entertains name.surname@raywhite.com in barbecue area raywhite.com/123456 • 10,000 litres of rainwater storage Highfields 0000 0000

SOLD Tony Franke 0410 540 005 tony.franke@raywhite.com

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Highfields 11 Kratzke Road SUBURB Property Address

Owners Downsize, Golden Opportunity!

What a home, vast in size with 4 bedrooms & easily able to be made 5. Large separate lounge room, open plan family & dining off the updated kitchen. Massive indoor/outdoor entertaining area that is 60m2 & waterproof. Located only 5 minutes walk to the Highfields Village Shopping Centre.

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Auction Wednesday, September 14, 2012, • 6m x 9m powered shed 6.30pm at the Town Hall • 21500l rainwater tank

View October or Sunday • WellSaturday landscaped 3000m2 block November • Reverse cycle air conditioning Surname •Name Ceiling fans XXXX XXX XXX name.surname@raywhite.com raywhite.com/123456 0000 0000

Under Contract Tony Franke 0410 540 005 tony.franke@raywhite.com

SO LD Highfields 23 Cole Drive SUBURB Property Address Highfields Living at its Best

Offering 4 bedrooms plus study, luxurious main with bath, double vanity & walk in robe, large open plan family/dining off the kitchen & separated media room. Complete with security screens, reverse cycle air conditioning, wood heating & ceiling fans.

Wednesday, September 14, 2012, • Large living areas 6.30pm at the Town Hall • 4 bedrooms plus study

View Saturday October or Sunday • Detached teenage retreat • YouNovember will love the sunsets here Name Surname XXXX XXX XXX name.surname@raywhite.com raywhite.com/123456 0000 0000

SOLD Tony Franke 0410 540 005 tony.franke@raywhite.com

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Ray White Highfields

Auction

Meringandan WestAddress 12 Rosella Gardens Drive SUBURB Property Amazing value - Priced to sell!

Situated on a fully fenced 2315m2 block this modern family home does represent amazing value. Featuring 4 bedrooms main with ensuite and walk in robe, large lounge and dining and family room off the kitchen. With reverse cycle air conditioning, north east entertaining 20,000 litre rainwater tank and rural views

Ray White Highfields

Auction Wednesday, September • Large living & dining 14, 2012, 6.30pm at the Townblock Hall • 2315m2 fenced

View Saturday • Rural views October or Sunday • JustNovember plan good value! Name Surname XXXX XXX XXX name.surname@raywhite.com raywhite.com/123456 0000 0000

UNDER CONTRACT Tony Franke 0410 540 005 tony.franke@raywhite.com

April/May 2017