Ultimate Real Estate and Renovators Guide

ULTIMATE

Real Estate and Renovators Guide

June, 2018

CHINCHILLA COUNTRY CHARM Modern style merge seamlessly Page 47

KITCHEN FLOORS: TILES VERSUS WOOD We take a quick look at the pros and cons of the two flooring choices Page 46

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AS CITIES grow more congested, the cost of living rises, house prices get further from reach and the daily commute seems to get longer every week, more and more people are choosing to look to our thriving regions to make homes.

There is certainly no shortage of wonderful towns and regional centres to make a home in either.

From busy regional hubs like Dalby, with a population of about 12,000 to tiny little townships like Quilpie with fewer than 600 people, tree changers are finding these areas are well resourced, affordable and friendly places to live.

Far from the $600,000 median house price in Brisbane, centres like Dalby offer a chance for a well-paying job and a median house price around $230,000, while Roma’s median price is $200,000.

Regional towns aren’t just for retired farmers, with plenty of employment for nurses, doctors, teachers, engineers, mechanics and miners, just to name a few.

Many employers offer good incentives for making the move.

Unemployment in many of these towns is well below state and national averages.

While many city dwellers know few, if any of the people who live in their street, country residents find their towns to be friendly, helpful places where there is always someone to lend a hand or an ear when needed.

Community and sporting groups thrive and the sense of mateship in them is unparalleled.

They’re the kinds of places where the kids can safely walk to their friend’s house or ride their bikes down to the skate park or to school.

Natural wonders abound, with many towns just a short walk or drive from incredible national parks, rivers, lagoons, wildflower displays and prehistoric rock paintings.

Kids and adults alike can get into horse riding and motorbikes, with plenty of groups so they can do it in good company.

Those looking to get into agriculture would do well to pick a better time, with strong commodity prices almost across the board and opportunities for everything from goat or emu farming to cotton growing.

There are plenty of reasons to take a closer look at what life might be like outside the big smoke.

Megan Masters

Editor: Megan Masters E: megan.masters@thechronicle. com.au Designer: Haylee Thomas E: hayleesthomas@gmail.com Cover: 74 Ainsworth Street Chinchilla. Listed with Trina Martin Surat Basin Real Estate.

For further information on the property, turn to Page 47.

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Barcaldine's iconic Globe Hotel has been selected to represent Australia at the 2018 Venice Architecture Biennale.

A-Grade Team Chinchilla Bulldogs vs Miles Devils at Bulldog Park in Chinchilla. Rugby League is one of many sporting options available in Chinchilla

CONTENTS Page 3: CHINCHILLA A friendly, community based town with a long agricultural history.

Page 14: MILES You’d go a long way to find a town the size of Miles with a more vibrant arts and culture scene.

Page 18: DALBY A thriving major town in the Darling Downs with all life’s conveniences.

Page 22: ROMA Roma is a thriving rural town with an ever expanding industry.

Page 26: CHARLEVILLE Situated on the banks of the Warrego River, this sleepy little town has a rich history.

Page 32: QUILPIE Get out of the rat race to this lovely little community based town.

Page 35: BLACKALL An outback town on the Barcoo River, known for the Black Stump and legendary sheep shearer, Jackie Howe.

Page 38: TAROOM Regional town known for its rare Livistona cycad palms and “Police Lagoons”.

Page 42: BARCALDINE Well known for its Tree of Knowledge & also holds the title of “best tasting water” in Queensland.

Page 46: RENOVATION Tiles versus Wood in the kitchen – take a look at the pros and cons.

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Jamielea Howlett, Jaylee Taylor, Erin Taylor (front), Brax Taylor, James Campbell (back) enjoy a swim at the Chinchilla Weir

CHARMING CHINCHILLA Perfect retreat for your Tree Change

IT MIGHT be known for its melon festival, but there is so much more to the thriving town of Chinchilla.

Every second year, thousands of visitors flock to the town from far and wide for the widest range of melon-related activities you’re likely to find anywhere, so you’d be forgiven for thinking the town is all about melons.

In fact, while the melon industry has slowly wound back, the area still supports a mix of mining and other agricultural pursuits as well as a healthy town centre filled with restaurants, retail and a plethora of businesses that provide goods and services for trucking, mining and agricultural businesses.

Employment is strong, with plenty of jobs available across a wide range of industries including mining, agriculture, retail trades and services.

There are also plenty of education options, making it a wonderful place to raise a family.

There are three primary schools, a state high school and a Tafe campus.

Those looking for a little culture in their lives are provided with a cultural centre with a 700-seat auditorium as well as a town library,

historical museum and an art gallery.

The cultural centre hosts a huge range of events, from cinema screenings to classical music, school musicals, trade shows and science festivals.

Sports fans are well catered for by numerous sporting groups and facilities.

From an aquatic centre and family sports centre to a wide range of sporting clubs, the number of activities supported in the town is impressive for its population of about 5500.

There are clubs and facilities for rugby league, touch football, cricket, tennis, golf, squash, motocross, gymnastics, indoor and outdoor netball, taekwondo and lawn bowls.

There is also a shooting range as well as horse racing, a fishing club, Pony Club and a nearby polocrosse club.

The real estate market speaks for itself, with fixer-uppers well under $200,000, modern family homes around $200,000 and stunning lifestyle properties on prime acreage going for as little as $500,000.

Chinchilla is definitely the perfect place to enjoy a tree change.

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A 310sqm SOVEREIGN PARK STUNNER - Hidden away from prying eyes this massive home provides a relaxed yet, luxurious lifestyle. Situated perfectly on it's private 1,597m2 landscaped block this exciting home backs onto a rural outlook further enhancing this idyllic location.

This home has been designed with the busy lifestyle in mind, to ensure the time spent at home with the family is one to be cherished and enjoyed.

Sovereign Park is renowned for it's community spirit and provides the opportunity to collaborate with neighbours for events like Christmas Lights and Halloween. Be a part of something special in this prime location!

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1,579M2 HIDEAWAY IN SOMMERFELD CRESCENT CHINCHILLA 33 SOMMERFELD CRESCENT, CHINCHILLA $545,000

WOW, YOUR VERY OWN PRIVATE HIDEAWAY ON 3.5 ACRES 212 CHINCHILLA TARA ROAD, CHINCHILLA $499,000

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4 bedroom + office, 2 bathrooms, 3 living rooms, huge alfresco overlooking the pool, 4 bay colorbond shed including workshop + large caravan lean to and a dam. This gorgeous acreage is set well back from the Chinchilla Tara Road, yet only a 2 minute walk to the High school.

All the added benefits of buying one of these beautiful, older style, brick homes are priceless; from the good old fashioned building Techniques, to the sheer size of the designs. . . to the fact that everything is tried, tested and established. . . all the hard work has been completed . . . Just bring your family and enjoy your new lifestyle.

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UN-LEASE YOURSELF - AND GET A BIG SHED. 3 28 WHEELER STREET, CHINCHILLA 1

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This could be the Cheapest Brick Buy with a HUGE Shed in Chinchilla? Come and Inspect and Tell me what its Worth to You? This home is neat, tidy, solid and could be easily updated very simply by someone with an eye for potential. Have you been Inspired by all the Renovation Shows lately? Class yourself as a “Potential Blockhead?” Do you know the results a lick of paint, new window dressings and light fittings can do to update a home?

This lovely property is immaculate and just needs a little feminine touch to give it some warmth, it’s very solid, well designed and offers great potential as an entry level brick home for a young family, elderly home owner or first home buyer. Un-lease yourself and get your foot into the market with this affordable brick home and shed, situated in this great location walking distance to nearly everything.

TRINA 0422 769 194

$179,000

LARGE FAMILY HOME OFFERS EXCEPTIONAL BUYING 50 WINDMILL ROAD, CHINCHILLA 4 2 2

TRINA 0422 769 194

$225,000

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The Vendors Instructions can not be any clearer. .

‘SELL SELL SELL’ IT’S JUST GOOD VALUE BUYING At a Glance: 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 living, air con, fully fenced, modern brick on 943m2 At only 6 years young, this lovely brick property presents as a blank canvas to create a home for your families future.

With an ideal floor plan for a growing family, large living areas and a huge fully fenced back yard, this lovely home provides all the necessities you require, all the mod cons you crave and comes in under budget too.

Superbly situated within easy walking distance to most Schools, Childcare, Cafes, Clubs and Shops.

Current Lease: August 2018 at $210pw This home has been exceptionally well priced for a super quick sale, Inspect and Present an Offer to the Vendor. No Open Homes Scheduled - Call to arrange your Inspection.

RESTIGE ACREAGE OFFERING LIFESTYLE EXCELLENCE 25 ACRES ON GRAYS RD, CHINCHILLA 4

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Contemporary luxury, the utmost in privacy and postcard worthy views, headline the infinite list of outstanding qualities enjoyed by this expansive residence.

Entirely in a class of its own for space, style and inspiring scenery, this exquisite Edan Zerbst created home, showcases innovative design, immaculate presentation and luxurious appointments throughout its refined living and entertaining precincts. It is also surprisingly, close to the Chinchilla CBD. At a Glance: 4 built in bedrooms, the master suite offers a sophisticated ensuite & walk in robe. Open plan, majestic living, dining and kitchen precinct to the centre of the home leading out to the under roof deck which provides a picturesque vista down to the dam. 7 x 9 x 2.4 powered shed + hard stand, sprinkler irrigation, water tanks, fully fenced yard & so much more.

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TRINA 0422 769 194 $480,000

RENOVATED HOME ON AN IMPRESSIVE 40 ACRES 302 DAWSON GATES RD CHINCHILLA 3

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TRINA 0422 769 194 $499,000

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Set on forty (40) glorious acres only 4 minutes to town, this renovated, double brick beauty showcases the ultimate in Semi Rural Living.

Situated on the Chances Plain’s, side of Dawson Gates Road this impressive property will bewitch you with it’s lifestyle offerings. Make no mistakes, a 40 acre lifestyle of this quality is rarely presented to the market, let alone one that has been renovated with quality and style.

At A Glance: 3 built in bedrooms, new kitchen and bathroom, new paint and floor coverings, 2 dams, fenced and watered paddocks, machinery shed and workshop, tanks and bore.

The kids won’t be glued to the TV again or inside under your feet...... as the land is a paradise for exploration, with green grass to the house yard for the tiny tots and wild acres galore for mini bikes and horses.

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24 Railway Street, Chinchilla

“WHILEAWAY” 70A GrAHAms roAd, CHInCHILLA $419,000

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“BoorT-KoI” BoorTKoI roAd, mILEs

$895,000

"Whileaway" has all the privacy you could want - situated on a No Thru Road 18km to Chinchilla via Auburn Road. 48 acres with a Beautiful Queenslander home - sure to delight.

Rural - Grazing - Homestead - Good Water - 2 Titles - Will Sell Separate

• 3 bedroom home with built-ins, fans and split system air conditioning 2 bathrooms • Sunroom for an Office • Large dining room for a family, wood fire heater to Lounge • Patio to the back - fully fenced house yard

3 bedroom timber home + large office (or 4th bedroom) & sunroom. Fire place to the Lounge room and Separate dining room. Large semi galley modern kitchen.

48 acres fully fenced for a few head of horses or cattle

Approx 600ac of Brigalow / Belah melon hole country with shade trees remaining & creek traversing on house portion. Second portion is approx 50 percent semi cleared bal timbered with some improved pastures.

4 dams, creeks and 12,000gal rainwater storage Powered workshop, hanger style shed, older shearing shed - air strip still evident

This property is well watered with dam pumped to the house for water to a toilet and house yard - plus a creek traversing for stock water. Approx 10,000gal water storage tanks supplying to the house.

Set of portable cattle yards, covered vet crush & loading ramp

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$520,000

Vendor estimate approx 120 breeders could be carried

$499,000

Only minutes from town, this property would suit the retiree with a near new home 5km N Chinchilla on 139.5acres theres still room to run a few head of stock.

Lovely property located NW Miles on 1344.6acres

• 3 bedroom tidy besser block home with single lock up garage

* Old storage shed with car port attached

• Second home - ideal for keen renovator Shed includes stables

Approx 400ac open country, dark soils - balanced timbered Iron bark, Lancewood larger trees recently cut - approx 300ac pulled with regrowth.

Majority open Box, Gum country plus some red loam.

Subdivided into 4 paddocks - 6 dams plus creek with lasting holes

1 bore, 1 dam plus 10,000gal rain water storage

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• Comfortable 2 bedroom plus Office timber home with lovely large verandah

Included cold room, garden shed and 13,000gal rainwater storage

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Colorbond shed with 2 lockable vehicle bays plus separate room for work room, or pool table

Located approx. 42km NW Chinchilla - 1036ha (2559ac)

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Chinchilla

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Di Apsey 0424 297 985 di.a@chinchillafn.com.au

RESIDENTIAL RURAL COMMERCIAL INDUSTRIAL

25 Leichhardt Street, Chinchilla

$549,000

Beautiful Home with Cottage and Shed on 1 Acre This impeccable property is perfect for families of all ages and stages.

On offer is a stately brick home with a 2 bedroom brick cottage, home office and large shed set on immaculately kept grounds. So ideal for those retiring from the land but still yearn open space with the convenience of being close to town.

Outstanding features· Residence is spacious in all aspects, large rooms, abundant storage and more · The expanse of the entertaining area will surprise · Two bedroom cottage complete with kitchen, dining, living and laundry · Double carport, concrete driveways, 12m x 6m x 3m powered shed with connected 2 bay car port · Cubby house and large chicken pen

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80 Oak Street, Chinchilla

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In the market to be sold Be Impressed - Welcoming Family Home with Shed, Bore on 1 Acre Positioned perfectly on 4,200sqm this home has a real street presence with beautifully manicured lawns and landscaped gardens.

Step inside and be pleasantly impressed by streamlined living areas and well-positioned bedrooms and amenities.

There is so much more to this wonderful home· Large office, tiled double lock-up garage, workshop and separate tool shed · Air conditioning, gas points and wood burning heater · Outdoor entertaining options · 3kW Solar Power · 4 door 9m x 6m colorbond shed · Town water and bore

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8 Sheridan Street, Chinchilla

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Ready To Be Sold – Owner Meets The Market Properties like this don’t come around very often. Everything you need - Enjoy now.

A modern stylish design enhanced with rich neutral tones will compliment a wide range of furnishings Exceptional fixtures and fittings through-out with quality not compromised.

Key Features· Versatile living areas including second lounge · Fully ducted reverse cycle air conditioning · Loads of storage, security screens to doors · Family sized outdoor entertaining area · Fully fenced on 875sqm · Side access and plenty room for a shed

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7 Scouller Street, Chinchilla

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What Are You Waiting For? This is really a fabulous home and one you can easily move into while adding your personal touches.

Designed for open plan living the large living room and designated dining room are separated by the location of the kitchen which presents itself will loads of bench space and storage cupboards.

Additional features· Three large bedrooms, three way bathroom · Open plan living, spacious kitchen. · Split system air-conditioning · Generous entertaining areas · 800sqm block fully fenced

69 Heeney Street

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Chinchilla 13 Birkett Street, Chinchilla

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Great buying $202,000

WOW! – STEP INSIDE AND BE SURPRISED Great buying and nothing to do but move in - totally stressless.

Casual at heart and practical by design the relaxed living areas both inside and out will give please to everyone who use them.

The kitchen plays centre stage in a room that balances beautifully between the dining and lounge areas.

Downstairs is a large family room that fuses superbly with the undercover outdoor areas.

Set on 911sqm, 13 Birkett delivers the trifecta of Realestate - location, lifestyle and character.

Some of the many features of this rejuvenated property include: * Polished timber floors * Modern kitchen * Open plan living * Additional family room * Updated bathroom * Air conditioning * Multiple outdoor areas * Colorbond shed plus double garden shed

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SO MUCH A FAMILY HOME – SHEDS-TWO ACRES The gorgeous country charm of this delightful home with native gardens and established grounds is a certain draw card for those wanting to get a foot in the acreage door. * The most generous outdoor space imaginable * Modern kitchen and restyled family bathroom * Walk-in robes and large storage room * 4 bay shed plus 2 bay shed with double carport * Town water and bore * Secure fence surround the immediate home

20 Rodger Street

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5 ACRES – HOME WITH GRANNY FLAT – SHED An inspection is a must to really appreciate what’s on offer.

Is privacy important? Don’t want to be far from town?

Do you need a paddock for a horse or two?

Features include* 2 bedroom home, 2 bedroom granny flat * Full length front verandah and back deck * Well-appointed kitchen, open plan living * 6m x 6m powered shed with side carport * Town water , rubbish collection, school bus

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ULTIMATE REAL ESTATE : MILES

Henry Sinnamon from Miles showing a Santa Gertrudis bull at Beef Australia. Beef and cattle production is a strong economic driver for the Miles region.

MILES - A THRIVING LITTLE TOWN IN WESTERN DOWNS YOU’D go a long way to find a town the size of Miles with a more vibrant arts and culture scene.

The thriving little town is situated at the junction of the Warrego and Leichhardt highways and has a population of about 1800 people.

But while many towns of that size would be flat out supporting a foyer exhibition in the local library, Miles has Dogwood Crossing, an architecturally stunning building that features seven metre rall stylised bottle trees in a colonnade down its centre.

It not only functions as a community hub, but also houses a comprehensive display of the town’s social history and the John Mullins Memorial Art Gallery.

Far from a one-trick gallery sporting little more than tired pastoral landscape paintings, it presents stimulating and exciting exhibitions and attracts a range of well-known artists.

But it’s not all about man-made beauty, with the area renowned for native trees and shrubs, a rare pink form of waterlily that puts on an impressive display in Chinaman’s Lagoon throughout summer and autumn, and a springtime display of beautiful wildflowers that is hard to beat.

Every second year locals look forward to showcasing the region for visitors through the Beef, Bells and Bottle Tree Festival, which takes place in spring.

It’s the perfect time to enjoy Miles thanks to the wildflowers that blanket the countryside at that time of year.

It features a range of arts and cultural activities, entertainment and a vibrant street parade that culminates in a carnival-style family fun day.

But the town has so much to offer all year round.

Families in Miles are catered for with a state primary and high school and Dogwood Crossing also includes the town’s library.

A 3rd generation trusted family business.

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Unemployment is relatively low thanks to a wide range of industries in the area including dairy, fruit growing, wheat, sheep, cattle, timber and bentonite clay mining.

Active families will love the range of activities on offer including 4WD, bushwalking, camping, fishing, bird watching, canoeing and fossicking.

There are sporting groups and facilities catering for fans of swimming, rugby league, tennis, golf, abseiling, bowling and plenty more.

Whether you’re on a budget tight enough to look at a simple unit under $60,000 or a new family home for under $350,000, there’s something for everyone on the Miles real estate market.

It’s a vibrant community just looking for more people to discover its charms.

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Splendid Family Living with a View • Modern home perfect for family living

FOR SALE - $219,000

• Practical, functional kitchen with plenty of storage • Open-plan lounge, dining and kitchen precinct

Address:

25 Cypress Pines Drive, Miles, QLD

Contact:

Julie Morris 0407 536 473

• Main bedroom with ensuite and walk-in robe • Yard overlooking a man-made lake and bushland

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Character Queenslander • Charming three bedroom highset family home • Colonial timber kitchen with plenty of storage • Lovely sunroom and front verandah for your morning cuppa

FOR SALE - $168,000 Address:

19 Pine Street, Miles, QLD

Contact:

Julie Morris 0407 536 473

• Save on electricity with solar panels included • Six month lease at $220 per week, great positive cash flow

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Spacious Country Home • Large six bedroom timber home on 108 acre block • Open kitchen with walk-in pantry • Master bedroom with ensuite and walk-in robe

FOR SALE - $425,000 Address:

121 Akers Gully Road, Miles, QLD

Contact:

Julie Morris 0407 536 473

• Two media or separate lounge rooms • Large machinery shed and old house for storage

jmorris@gdlrural.com.au Property ID:

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Land Size - 1,014m2

Commercial Building or Renovator’s Dream • Plenty of opportunity here, commercial or residential • Continue using as similar professional business • Generous car parking on street and rear

FOR SALE - $65,000 Address:

13 Marian Street, Miles, QLD

Contact:

Julie Morris 0407 536 473

• Kitchen, storage room, waiting room and consulting rooms • Store room separate with wheel chair access

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34 Eleanor Street, Miles

Close to town acreage without the neighbours and the noise!

Newly Renovated family home

Do you value privacy but also convenience of being near town?

Beautiful Queenslander home with plenty of space and heaps of land to move around on.

• 4 Spacious bedrooms perfect for the whole family • Air Conditioning throughout the property • Modern wooden decor kitchen • Brick insulation - great for the winter months • 2 large rear sheds

Quiet home only walking distance from the shops and pubs • 4 large family bedrooms • 3 modern bathrooms • Split system air-cons to all rooms • Outdoor entertaining area • Fully fenced large backyard

48 McNulty Street, Miles

3 Cypress Pines Drive, Miles

White picket fence family home

Modern designed home

This home is an Entertainers Dream ideally located on a sizable allotment providing for visitors and family • Tidy 4 bedroom home • Large outdoor entertaining area • Fully fenced property • Large double lockup garage/workshop • Zoned Commercial / Industrial which could create investment opportunities

Pick up a beautiful family home or acquire a fantastic investment opportunity • Gorgeous 4 bedroom layout design • 2 modern bathrooms with ensuite • Double lockup garage - Great for storage • Large land size block of 1,000sqm

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ULTIMATE REAL ESTATE : DALBY

DISCOVER DELIGHTFUL DALBY IF YOU’RE looking to get out of the big smoke and try out the country, but don’t want to give up on the conveniences of life, Dalby is a great place to start your search.

The thriving town of about 12,000 people is a major hub for the Darling Downs, servicing not only the country’s richest cane and cotton growing area, but also a plethora of industry including large-scale engineering, coal mining and ethanol production.

Employment opportunities are plenty, whether you choose to work in one of the major industries or in the services that support them.

Hollywood superstar Margot Robbie even speaks fondly of the town, where she spent much of her childhood.

There are plenty of restaurants and cafes where you can grab a coffee or a bite to eat and soak up the country hospitality, or head to the Dalby Leagues Club, home of local teams the Devils and the Diehards, for dinner and a few beers.

Families are relatively spoiled for choice when it comes to education, with five childcare centres, two state primary schools, a state high school and two Prep to Year 12 private schools.

There is also a Tafe campus.

Dalby is perfectly situated to enjoy other attractions of the Darling Downs, with bustling Toowoomba and beautiful getaways like the Bunya Mountains within an hour’s drive.

Residents and visitors love the annual Delicious and Delightful Festival, a special event held every August to celebrate the region’s rich multicultural community and includes a citizenship ceremony.

The event features multicultural food and live entertainment ending with a spectacular lantern parade and fireworks display along the banks of the beautiful Myall Creek that runs through the centre of Dalby.

The town is well equipped and has a huge range of sporting and interest groups, an indoor heated pool, excellent library, fully equipped PCYC, a range of medical facilities and a modern community network centre.

Add that to plenty of affordable real estate and there are plenty of reasons to take a closer look at this thriving rural hub.

Local House Rules champions Luke & Cody from Dalby

Mike & Andrea Stewart preparing a module of locally grown cotton

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amccallum@gdlrural.com • In-ground pool, outdoor entertainment area, easy to entertain

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ULTIMATE REAL ESTATE : ROMA

A BUSTLING COMMUNITY Roma has something for everyone ROMA was the site of Australia’s first natural gas discovery and continues to come up with the goods even today.

Gas mining company Santos this year announced it would invest a further $900 million in Queensland, with some of that total earmarked for coal seam gas projects in the Roma area, where it has run operations for half a century.

The Roma East site was predicted to create some 400 construction jobs as well as ongoing employment for mining workers and an economic boost for retail, trades and services in the area.

Roma is also an economic powerhouse above ground level, with a plethora of agricultural industries injecting more than $600 million into the economy each year.

It is home to the largest cattle sale yards in the Southern Hemisphere as well as a thriving cropping sector.

Roma enjoys a low unemployment rate and supports a growing restaurant and retail industry as well as housing a strong engineering and construction sector that supplies equipment to the mining and agricultural industries.

It’s not a case of all work and no play though.

Roma is the site of Queensland’s oldest winery, Romavilla, as well as being located near the stunning Carnarvon Gorge, a mecca for tourists keen to see some of the most picturesque sights in the country.

In part thanks to the thriving industries in the area, Roma Airport supports regular flights to Brisbane, meaning the city comforts are close at hand while residents enjoy the country town atmosphere.

The area is serviced by two schools, one state school and one Catholic school, with both schools providing prep to Year 12 facilities.

Rugby league fans are well catered for, with the local Cities teams winning multiple premierships in recent years.

The league pedigree is strong in the town, with league legend Jonathon Thurston scouted from the team for the Brisbane Broncos when he was captain.

Diehard fans would also be familiar with legendary names Arthur Beetson, Willie Carne, Darren Lockyer, Fabian McCarthy, Ray Higgs, Brent Tate and Ray Meagher, who all hailed from the area.

If league isn’t your thing, there is also a range of other sporting groups and facilities available including a pool, golf course and bowling green.

Cultural facilities include an arts centre, public library and museum.

Roma is the perfect place to invest in property, with strong real estate prices across the area.

Sunrise over the Roma Saleyards. Picture by Natasha Smith

Roma Court House – one of many historical buildings in Roma.

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ULTIMATE REAL ESTATE : CHARLEVILLE

CHARLEVILLE The perfect place for families with children of all ages

The Road to Roma Qualifier race meet in Charleville

THERE aren’t many places left in Australia where you could buy a simple, three-bedroom family home for less than $100,000, but most places aren’t Charleville.

Situated on the banks of the Warrego River, the sleepy town has a rich history.

It was not only a vital part of the Cobb and Co carriage route from the 1870s, but also became an important outpost for the Royal Flying Doctor Service.

These days it’s known for some unusual tourist attractions including the Cosmos Centre and Observatory, the Bilby Centre and awardwinning tours of what was once a top-secret World War II army base.

Another local curiosity is a Steiger vortex gun built and installed in 1902 in the vain hope of inducing drought-breaking rain through cloud seeding.

There is also a museum dedicated to the Royal Flying Doctor Service for locals and visitors to enjoy.

But it’s not all about tourism.

Charleville is the perfect place for families with children of all ages.

It has a state high school and state primary school, a private primary school as well as a Tafe campus.

The town is also used as a base for the School of Distance Education for those that prefer the relative freedom of homeschooling.

The region has long been known for its wool growing and is perfectly poised to take advantage of current all-time high wool prices.

After years of lower prices, however, there is now a growing cattle industry, not to mention a recent increase in goat farming thanks to much higher demand for goat meat and the construction of a sheep and goat abattoir.

In testament to its strength as an agricultural region, Charleville is also home to a Department of Primary Industries research laboratory that contributes to the study of native pastures and animal management.

Charleville has a range of sports facilities, including golf, bowling, horse-racing, Olympic-sized swimming pool, a recreation reserve with netball, basketball and tennis courts and the Gowrie oval and speedway.

There are plenty of clubs and groups where residents can play squash, cricket, softball, tennis, archery, table tennis and more.

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SALE 57 Edward StrEEt, CharlEvillE MOtivatEd SEllErS - rEduCEd NOw tO SEll! this well presented three bedroom home with polished timber floors throughout is in the perfect location - walking distance to the primary schools and centre of town. all of the three bedrooms have built-in cupboards and the spacious living and kitchen areas open out to the front and back deck which are just perfect spots for the Barbie and great to just sit and relax and watch the world go by. the bathroom has a separate bath and shower and there is a separate toilet as well with a second toilet being located in the downs stairs laundry. there are ceiling fans in all rooms and the ducted evaporative air-conditioning will keep you cool in the summer and there is a split system in the living area for that extra comfort all year round. under the house has a stylish spraycrete finish and is set up for entertaining with a built in stainless steel sink and preparation area and there is a very nice timber bar which is optional of course. this area opens out to spacious back yard where the 15amp powered three bay shed with ceiling fans is located as well as a garden shed and dog pen. Oh yes there is that much loved poly water cooling system here which will be appreciated by the whole family. add this one to your ‘Must look at list’ when looking for that new home. lots of options here with the zoning being commercial. Give Glenda a call to organise your inspection.

$167,500.00 Negotiable

SALE 32 Edward StrEEt, CharlEvillE GrEat lOCatiON - dON’t dElaY iNSPECt tOdaY! this very well presented low set cladded and air-conditioned home situated on a 1013m2 block is ready for sale now. the 2 bedrooms and enclosed verandahs at the front and side allows plenty of room for the family. the spacious combined lounge dining area is close to the neat kitchen which has a gas stove and good cupboard space. the bathroom has a shower and the toilet is located in this room also. the laundry and store room are located downstairs beside the carport. Close to the primary schools, shops, town pool, park and corner store. Contact Glenda to arrange your inspection.

$90,000.00

SALE 16 hill StrEEt, CharlEvillE OwNErS arE SEriOuS aBOut SElliNG - PriCE rEduCEd! JuSt COMPlEtEd iS thE NEwlY rENOvatEd SECONd BathrOOM, lauNdrY aNd OFFiCE arEa! You will certainly enjoy and appreciate the privacy this FlOOd FrEE home has to offer the family.

Behind the well manicured gardens at the front of the house you will find a spacious front verandah which allows entry to this lovely three bedroom home. all of the bedrooms have much needed built-in cupboards and the main bathroom has a corner spa bath, separate shower and toilet as well. the open plan l shaped living area boasts a modern kitchen with everything you need and this area leads down to the NEwlY rENOvatEd second bathroom, toilet, laundry and office area. the family friendly grassed outside area at the back of the house with an above ground pool with a deck and a cubby house will provide great enjoyment for the children. the two car carport at the side of the house allows access to the back yard with privacy fencing and the two bay lockable shed with roller doors and shelving is situated along with an entertaining area and dog run or storage area as well. there is an extra garden shed as well so storage is no problem here. include this one in your ‘Need to look at’ list and give Glenda a call to arrange your inspection.

$250,000.00

SALE 45 Sturt StrEEt, CharlEvillE GEttiNG SEriOuS NOw - rEduCEd tO OFFErS OvEr $149,000.00 Yes it is one of those well presented solid timber homes with FOur BEdrOOMS, OFFiCE aNd larGE ruMPuS rOOM located in a FlOOd FrEE 1990 part of town and has lots to offer the new owner.

Sitting on a a 943m2 block of land and not too far from the schools, supermarket and hospital which is sure to please everyone. Nothing to do here, just walk in and all good to go! all of the 4 bedrooms have built-in cupboards which is a bonus. the enclosed sunroom located at the front of the house is a great spot to enjoy your breakfast or just relax here at any time as it is quite a private space. the office is located in the front part of this home and could be used for a extra bedroom if needed. there is ducted evaporative air-conditioning for the hotter months and a wood burner in the lounge room for the cooler ones and this area connects the dining room and kitchen which has a good sized pantry. the bathroom has a shower and vanity and the toilet is located in this room as well. the huge rumpus room in the downstairs area has window seats that are just great and also provide that extra storage the family needs. this area opens out to the back yard and there is another area perfect for just sitting and relaxing too which overlooks the well presented and quite spacious yard where the garden shed and a wood shed are located as well as the rainwater tank. the garage is lockable and has a connecting carport to allow plenty of parking.

Give Glenda a call to arrange your inspection on this great home!

$149,000.00 07 4654 2455 | 75 alfred Street, Charleville charleville.qld@raywhite.com | www.raywhitecharleville.com.au

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FOR SALE 15-17 Carter Street, Charleville This lovely four bedroom home is perfect for a family, with ducted evaporative air conditioning throughout and a wood fire in the lounge its perfect all year round. On this beautiful 2022m2 there’s plenty of space for the children and animals. There’s a huge range of fruit trees and plants, providing you with fresh fruit all year round.

$250,000 131 Edward Street, Charleville

This tidy two bedroom home is perfect first time buy!

It has carpet throughout both bedrooms and lounge.

The main bedroom has a room off the side which you could utilise as a walk in robe, office or nursery.

It offers ceiling fans and air-conditioning, open plan kitchen and dining and a modern style bathroom.

It’s got a petite veranda that you can enjoy your morning coffee and a large yard for the kids or pets to play in! Fully fenced yard on 3,355 sqm, complete with large three bay lock-up garage.

$150,000 176 Galatea Street, Charleville This gorgeous three bedroom executive style home is a terrific size for a family. It offers wonderful open plan living, polished wood floors and split system air-conditioning throughout. It’s nestled in a beautiful, quiet and safe neighbourhood with a great size backyard, perfect for the children to play in and giving you that extra peace of mind.

$190,000 133 Parry Street, Charleville

This beautiful three bedroom home has all the required features you look for in a home, with split system air conditioning, a wood fire for the winter months, polished wood flooring and beautiful casement windows and doors. It’s separate lounge and dining area gives the interior an open feel.

It’s got a great sized yard for the family, a double lock-up garage plus studio that you could use for photography, art or design of some sort.

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FOR SALE 128 Banjarra Drive, Charleville

3 bedroom (plus an office/bedroom) home, ducted with evaporative throughout and built in robes gives you the luxury of space and beautiful views surrounding.

Situated on 20,153m2 (4.98 acres) the property has several small paddocks for horses, a couple of sheep or cattle, shed, carport and plenty of outdoor space for the kids to play in and only a short five minute drive from town.

$315,000 83 Edward Street, Charleville

This beautiful home is perfect for first home buyers, newlyweds or even a small family. The two bedrooms both have air conditioning and one gives you an amazing walk-in-robe, perfect for any lover of clothes and accessories. Large lounged area, kitchen and adjoined dining great for entertaining especially with the spacious back deck. Great size yard for the family or pets, close to the town centre and both of the Primary Schools.

$190,000 NEGOTIABLE 76 Brumby Drive, Charleville

Why not make use of the wide open spaces that this lovely four bedroom home has to offer. It’s open plan living area, combined dining and contemporary kitchen and large timbered deck off the front and back of the home makes it great for entertaining.

Located only minutes away from the town centre this home offers peaceful living. Set on approx.

6.72 acres.

$225,000 86 Parry Street, Charleville

This lovely three bedroom, two bathroom home is perfect for any size family. It gives plenty of space with its large size combined kitchen and dining and separate lounge its perfect for entertaining and keeping the kids occupied at the same time. It has a smaller room which can be used as another bedroom/sleep-out. Within walking distance to the local swimming pool, IGA and Primary Schools.

$150,000 NEGOTIABLE Address: 72 Wills Street, Charleville 4470

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ULTIMATE REAL ESTATE : QUILPIE

Steven Hall, carrying the ball in a local Polocrosse game

QUAINT QUILPIE IF YOU’VE ever been tempted to really get out of the rat race and enjoy the finer points of life in the country, Quilpie is worth a look.

The town may have a population of less than 600 people, but nearly all of them would give you a smile and a chat if you met them in the street.

It’s the kind of town where organisations like the Queensland Country Women’s Association thrive and the Quilpie Cultural Society puts on a wide range of unexpected workshops like ironwork, millinery and glass fusing.

Community is everything to residents of this lovely little town.

It has a rich history of residents banding together thanks to its relative geographical isolation, and despite the wonders of modern highways it never grew out of the habit.

But if the town history runs deep, it’s not as deep as the region’s prehistoric history.

Quilpie is in the Quilpie Shire, which is home to opal mines as well as Australia’s largest dinosaur,

housed at the Eromanga Natural History Museum, about an hour’s drive from the Quilpie township.

Quilpie is rich with boulder opal, the second-most valuable type of opal, and is a mecca for serious miners, enthusiasts and tourists.

Apart from opal, gas and oil mining, the primary industry in Quilpie is cattle grazing.

Students are catered for up to Year 10 and the town supports a surprising array of local businesses, cafes and eateries.

The local visitor information centre also houses a museum and art gallery and there is also a town library.

Nature lovers will be stunned not only by the area’s birdlife, animals and plants, but also the incredible Hell Hole Gorge.

One of the most popular sporting teams in the area is the local polocrosse team, but there is also the Quilpie Magpies rugby league team as well as a golf course, swimming pool, pony club, cricket, horse racing, netball, tennis, softball and more.

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27 Brolga Street, Quilpie, QLD

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Quilpie Heritage Inn, Quilpie, QLD

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ULTIMATE REAL ESTATE : BLACKALL

BEYOND THE BLACK STUMP- BLACKALL IF YOU’VE ever wondered where the “black stump” is when people talk about things beyond the black stump, Blackall is the place to look.

Townspeople even kindly moved it to a more accessible location, so it’s not as hard to find as it used to be.

But don’t be turned off by how far off the beaten track that sounds, because Blackall is a surprisingly well-serviced town with a population of nearly 1600 residents.

Blackall has a public library, showground, racecourse,18hole golf course, bowling club, aquatic centre with a newly-refurbished pool, cultural centre and an active local historical association.

It supports a Prep to Year 12 school as well as a Catholic primary school. Blackall also has a range of services and programs for the youth, aged, families, sports and recreation.

Those prone to muscle aches and pains are well serviced by the Blackall Artesian Pool and Spa, a mecca for visitors and locals alike keen to soak away their discomfort in the therapeutic, naturally warm Artesian water.

The region has an extensive history of cattle, sheep and wool production, and was even home to well-known

shearer Jackie Howe, who set a still-unbroken record for the number of sheep shorn using hand shears in one day.

Today the cattle production has overhauled sheep as the major industry.

The region's economy has also diversified into other industries including cypress pine sawmilling and a thriving tourism sector.

Nature lovers will be enamoured with the local sights, with nearby Idalia National Park listed as the only place in Queensland you can catch a glimpse of the endangered yellow-footed rock wallaby.

Real estate prices are another bonus, with gorgeous little cottages going for as little as $110,000, tidy family homes for less than $200,000 and working grazing properties with endless water supplies hitting the market for $2.75 million.

This year the town is set to celebrate 150 years with the annual Blackall Heartland Festival, which promises 10 days of activities, workshops and tours including a barbecue cook-off competition, market stalls and a poet’s breakfast.

Qld State Sheep Show at Blackall

Photo by Amanda Turlan – Sunset at Blackall

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Location, Location, Location • Four bedroom home with built-in robes

FOR SALE - $260,000 • Stunning kitchen with walk-in pantry

Address:

83 Thistle Street, Blackall, QLD

• Open-plan living with polished timber floors

Contact:

Ann Russell

• Split system air-conditioning

0428 204 034

• Main bedroom has ensuite

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Land Size - 911m2

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Impressive Home Close to Everything • Modern kitchen with walk-in pantry and electric stove

FOR SALE - $140,000 • Air-conditioned and polished timber floors throughout

Address:

155 Shamrock Street, Blackall, QLD

Contact:

Ann Russell

• Lounge and dining room combined 0428 204 034

• Modern bathroom with shower/bath, vanity and toilet

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ULTIMATE REAL ESTATE : TAROOM

OUTDOOR ENTHUSIASTS WILL LOVE THE LITTLE TOWN OF TAROOM.

SPORTING CHANCE: Polocrosse has long been considered part of life in Taroom.

TOUGH COMPETITION: Show day provides a wonderful chance for the Taroom community to get together and enjoy the sights.

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This highly fertile area on the Dawson River is well known for its natural wonders and its thriving rodeo, campdrafting, horse racing and polocrosse scenes.

It punches well above its weight for national parks, walking trails and other outdoor activities like boating, fishing, canoeing and camping.

If you love to get out the tinnie and drown a few worms, there is excellent fishing in both the Dawson River and the Glebe Weir.

Many families can be found enjoying a weekend of boating, camping and picnicking in the beautiful surrounds.

Those who prefer to strap on the hiking boots are well catered for, with nearby Isla Gorge National Park, Expedition National Park and Robinson Gorge, Lake Murphy Conservation Park, Palm Tree Creek and the Police Lagoons and Shepherd’s Peak Trail.

If you hike from Expedition National Park up to Shepherd’s Peak, you will be treated to scores of natural wonders including rare birds and plants as well as passing Aboriginal stencil paintings before being able to take in an incredible view of the whole park at the summit of Shepherd’s Peak.

If you love to soak up a bit of history, the town is steeped in it.

Taroom was a well-known stopover for German explorer Ludwig Leichhardt, who famously carved his initials in a coolabah tree located in what is now the town’s centre.

While the initials are long gone, the tree still stands.

A short walk up the hill takes you to Gilbert’s Lookout, the site of a memorial to one of Leichhardt’s expedition members who met an untimely end at the point of an Aboriginal’s spear.

Leichhardt was impressed with the region’s fertile soils and within a year of his carving the date in that coolabah tree, settlers began to appear in the area.

The Taroom Museum houses a collection dedicated to the town’s history.

Taroom is well serviced by a library, hospital, childcare centres, a Prep to Year 10 school, banks, churches and community groups.

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Perfect First Home • Two bedroom timber home, air-conditioned throughout

FOR SALE - $150,000 • Separate lounge, dining and kitchen combined

Address:

35 Hutton Street, Taroom, QLD

Contact:

Ashlee Molyneux

• Modern style bathroom with shower over bath 0439 613 253

• Downstairs laundry and massive three bay lock-up garage

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All Within Walking Distance • Two spacious bedrooms, main bedroom with walk-in robe

FOR SALE - $195,000 NEGOTIABLE • Kitchen, dining and lounge combined with wood heater

Address:

13 Kelman Street, Taroom, QLD

• Large built-in pantry cupboard

Contact:

Graeme McAdam 0428 273 028 gmcadam@gdlrural.com.au

• Lockable shed with storage and bench space Ashlee Molyneux 0439 613 253

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Family Needs Are Covered • Combined kitchen, dining and lounge room

• Storage room or fifth bedroom

FOR SALE - $249,000 NEGOTIABLE Address:

10 Ashton Street, Taroom, QLD

Contact:

Graeme McAdam 0428 273 028 gmcadam@gdlrural.com.au

• Evaporative air-conditioning and wood heater

Ashlee Molyneux 0439 613 253 amolyneux@gdlrural.com.au

• Steel frame shed, solar panels and two rainwater tanks

Property ID:

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The Ideal Family Home • Kitchen and dining room combined, main bedroom air-conditioned

• Three other bedrooms have ceiling fans and verandah access

FOR SALE - $295,000 NEGOTIABLE Address:

41 Wolsey Street, Taroom, QLD

Contact:

Graeme McAdam 0428 273 028 gmcadam@gdlrural.com.au

• Well maintain house, inside and outside recently painted

Ashlee Molyneux 0439 613 253 amolyneux@gdlrural.com.au

• Covered patio and entertainment area and rainwater poly tank

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ULTIMATE REAL ESTATE : BARCALDINE

The Barcaldine Remote Community Solar Farm

BEAUTIFUL BARCALDINE BARCALDINE is best known as the 'birthplace' of the Australian labour movement.

Visitors can still check out the trunk of a huge eucalypt known as the Tree of Knowledge, now commemorated as the birthplace of organised labour, trades union and the Australian Labor Party.

In something of a blow to the town, the tree itself was poisoned and died in 2006.

Not to be daunted, however, a new, architecturally-designed memorial was erected at the site incorporating the trunk of the original tree.

Originally the town held a huge parade in May to celebrate the labour movement, but these days locals and visitors look forward to the annual Tree of Knowledge Festival which not only includes the Labour Day parade, but also a food expo and goat racing.

But those uninterested in politics or unions still have plenty of reasons to live in the lovely little town of about 1300 people.

Barcaldine supports a thriving cattle grazing and wool growing industry that operates in the wider area and is a

well-appointed little town.

In something of a departure from the traditional industries, it is also home to Queensland’s largest solar farm, 25 megawatt photovoltaic solar project run by Spanish company Elecnor, which recently received approval for an expansion.

The town has bowls and tennis clubs, a combined racecourse and showground next door to the golf course, a historical museum and four churches.

There is a Prep to Year 12 state school as well as a Catholic primary school.

There is also an Australian Workers Heritage Centre (1991), a folk museum, and the 1891 shearers' camp, all well worth a visit.

The region is also home to attractions perfect for a day out of the house, including Aboriginal carvings, lava blow holes, desert springs, gorges, caves and a sapphire mine.

The real estate market offers something for everyone, with simple fixer-uppers for less than $100,000 right through to beautiful family homes around $400,000.

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The Globe at Barcaldine, looking to the Tree of Knowledge.

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Barcaldine’s Jewel in the Crown • Three king size bedrooms, all with built-ins

FOR SALE - $425,000

• Main bedroom has walk-in robe and ensuite • Open-plan living with 2.7m ceilings, bamboo timber floor

Address:

99 Elm Street, Barcaldine, QLD

Contact:

Ben Pelizzari 0447 516 098

• Elegant kitchen with hi-macs stone/stainless benchtops • Built-in patio area and large covered carport area

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Privacy and Prestige • Four bedrooms with built-in robes, air-conditioned throughout • Open-plan kitchen, dining and lounge areas • Very large patio entertainment area with concrete floor

FOR SALE - $410,000 Address:

21 Boree Street, Barcaldine, QLD

Contact:

Ben Pelizzari 0447 516 098

• Barn style shed and two bay carport • Fully fenced block of 4,047m2

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Land Size - 2,016m2

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Motivated Vendors Looking to Travel • Three spacious bedrooms, two with walk-in robes • Two way modern bathroom off main bedroom • Open-plan modern kitchen, dining and lounge

FOR SALE - $260,000 Address:

40 Wilga Street, Barcaldine, QLD

Contact:

Ben Pelizzari 0447 516 098

• PV 3KW solar panel and electrical system • Colorbond garage measuring 9m x 6m

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Land Size - 2,023m2

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Queenslander with Endless Charm • Large home on 2,023m2 corner block • Four bedrooms with polished floors • Air-conditioned, tongue and groove timber interior walls

FOR SALE - $265,000 Address:

34 Yew Street, Barcaldine, QLD

Contact:

Ben Pelizzari 0447 516 098

• Updated kitchen with plenty of cabinet space • Established trees, gardens and lawn

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Outback Queensland Hotel/Motel • Established in 1887, original building renovated and maintained • Owners retiring after nearly 50 years • 10 licenced gaming machines included

FOR SALE - 3 SALE OPTIONS Address:

Union Hotel, Barcaldine, QLD

Contact:

Harvey Weyman-Jones 0414 941 788 hweymanjones@gdlrural.com.au Ben Pelizzari 0447 516 098

• Seven motel rooms, bar, dining room, kitchen, gaming room and lounge

bpelizzari@gdlrural.com.au • Owners residence fully renovated, one bedroom and ensuite

Property ID:

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A Rare Opportunity Knocks • Barcaldine commercial shop and land • Located across from the iconic Tree of Knowledge • Modern design with country style outlook

FOR SALE - $220,000 Address:

95 Oak Street, Barcaldine, QLD

Contact:

Ben Pelizzari 0447 516 098

• Shop area of 161m with kitchen, toilet and storage 2

• Split system air-conditioning, besser block construction

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ULTIMATE REAL ESTATE : RENOVATION

KITCHEN FLOORS: TILES VERSUS WOOD We take a quick look at the pros and cons of the two superstar flooring choices – how do they manage the ick, while allowing for style and comfort?

So how do the two most popular choices out there measure up?

• Wear and tear: The kitchen is a thoroughfare, and hardwood floors do show their scratches. If you run a busy ship, you might want to try laminate floors instead.

They offer a similar effect, with less vulnerability. Wood also doesn’t play well with excessive moisture, so make sure your kitchen is rigged for optimal temperatures and deal with water damage quickly.

• Cost: The big one. Doing wood right isn’t cheap, especially if you have a large space, or want to match floors to other parts of your property. But doing your homework will help, and if you’re a true aficionado, you’ll hatch clever compromises to make it happen.

WOOD

TILES

Everything old is new again. Ye olde kitchens were commonly wood floored, until mod-cons and tiles took over.

These days, wood is back in favour, as we realise there’s no reason that lovely look around the rest of the home can’t be extended into our kitchens for a seamless feeling.

There’s no denying the shiny appeal of tiles. They’re been kitchen favourites as long as most of us can remember. And in recent years we’ve let ourselves experiment with colour and texture, so tiling isn’t a bland beige or white sentence.

Your kitchen sees you at your most inspired – and grottiest.

The kitchen floor has to weather it all, serve up charm while you serve dinner, and be easy to clean if it wants to survive your wrath.

THE PROS: • They’re beautiful: Though it doesn’t suit every kitchen, wooden floors add a touch of class to this important space and value to most properties. Enveloping modern features, their clean lines add a seamless polish. Helping ground a cosier, more country style kitchen, wood can feel homey and welcoming.

• Less sneezing: Carpets and other coverings can create problems for allergy sufferers. Pet hair, dirt, dust and other bits and pieces don’t stick as readily to wood, so may offer relief.

• Sustainability: Well-tended, wooden floors will last a really long time and natural floors are generally more environmentally friendly than synthetic materials.

THE CONS:

• Extra TLC: Wooden floors do require extra care and attention in this spill prone zone. While they’re not too difficult day to day (dust is a breeze), you’ll need to treat them over the long term and take care not to use damaging cleaning materials.

• It’s alive! Your floors are a living thing which will creak, give, absorb and breathe. This adds character, but may also create noises, movements and other little surprises. Talk closely with your materials provider and installer to get the timber that not only fits aesthetically, but that will feel, sound and behave the way you expect over time.

THE PROS: • They’re sturdy: Unless you literally drop the kitchen sink on them, tiles will weather the trials of your kitchen well and happily support years of foot traffic.

• Design flexibility: Lighter colours can make a kitchen seem bigger, darker tiles can add contrast and shade. Smaller tiles are great for featured patterns, and larger tiles help a kitchen feel expansive (they’re also usually easier to clean).

• Hot and cold: Tiles keep you cooler in warm or hot weather, and well-made tiles tolerate in-kitchen temperature extremes well.

THE CONS:

• Limited stock: They stop making certain tiles regularly, and it might be difficult to find a match if you need to replace or repair.

• Stains: Tiles can be sneaky. Simple wipe ups are straightforward, but some lighter coloured tiles stain easily. Avoid bright whites or work with your provider to get maximum stain resistance. Heavy textures may also catch muck and be tricky to clean, and slate or other special tiles will take extra time and care to scrub.

• You drop it, you’ve lost it: Let slip a plate or glass and you’ll be dusting up the pieces. Tiles aren’t a drop friendly surface, so be careful. You might want to add rugs or decorative fabrics to mitigate the risk of stuff shattering.

Also minimise waving crockery around under the influence.

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An impressive street presence, quality finishes and fastidious attention to detail are combined artfully at this beautiful 2 acre property in Riverdell Park Estate.

Inside, the subtle earthy colour scheme and gorgeous timber flooring emphasizes the “wow-factor” and reveals almost immediately, the impressive proportions of this substantial family home.

With 2 living areas, a separate study, 4 bedrooms, front deck and huge 4 bay shed. . . . you’ll find spaces for the whole family to hideaway in.

The central hub of the home is it’s generous open plan kitchen, lounge and precinct offering a seamless transition to the amazing deck for entertaining.

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Trina has an exemplary track record in sales. Her highly regarded reputation achieves quality by association and her dedication and passion for her clients reinforces buyer confidence and loyalty. By producing the highest quality sales materials and offering superior marketing channels that are fresh and outside the square, Trina has gained the reputation as the leading marketing and sales agent in town, in a very short time.

With over 2,000 connections on Social Media, her own Mobile App for her clients to download and her own website, set up to educate and assist both her Buyers and Sellers through the Sales process, Trina certainly leads the way when it comes to the power and reach of technology in the sales and service process and her results speak for themselves, achieving the most residential sales for Chinchilla in 2015, 2016 & 2017.

Looking to Buy or Sell give Trina a call 0422 769 194