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This week... Every so often I institute a blitz on manners at my place. My two children, aged seven and 11, can be relied on for a polite please and thank you, and have even mastered the art of not interrupting when I’m on the phone, but their elbows-off-the-table game could be stronger. There is every chance they will find themselves in a Modern Manners class run by our cover star, Jodie BacheMcLean, at some point. While the etiquette coach works with both boys and girls, her latest focus is on poise for teenage boys. Her lessons cover skincare and shaving to dining etiquette and the right way to ask a girl on a date. In the current #metoo climate, her work also highlights the importance of treating others with respect. As Jodie says, “I think humanity wants us to be considerate.”

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THE CHAT Milliner Rachel Cockrell COVER STORY Charm school for boys TRAILBLAZER DJ Kane Dignum is in the house RESTAURANT Donna Chang, city RECIPE Strawberry eclairs ARTS Painter Pip Spiro AT HOME The beauty of brick INTERIORS Ray of sunshine

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All aflutter Rachel Cockrell flies by night, designing race-day millinery that’s a far cry from her day job

y day she crunches numbers as a financial analyst, but at night Rachel Cockrell comes alive in a flurry of feathers and finery. Rachel is the milliner behind the label Marilyn Van den Berg, and in her Annerley home studio – mostly after dark – she creates hats coveted by racing royalty and the New York fashion pack. Last month, 12 of her designs were on the New York Fashion Week runway in the Australian Women’s Ready to Wear Fashion Showcase. Rachel also designed the shoes worn by the models, and she’s been on a high ever since. “I even ended up co-designing a dress, fitting and styling the models, and teaching the dressers how to get the garments on the models,” she says. “Essentially, it was a full styling of the show, which I wasn’t prepared for, but I’m so glad I did. I’ve never done something at that level and intensity, and I loved it.” Her headpieces even caught the eye of American department store buyers, with whom Rachel is currently in talks. “I’d love to have a label that’s stocked in a large department store, but I’d also love to keep styling and designing clothing,” Rachel says. It’s the “control freak” in her that prefers to style a complete race look rather than just the hat, and she’s won multiple Fashions on the Field contests doing it. Rachel hopes millinery and fashion design/styling will become her full-time career. “My bent was never naturally towards finance, but one had to do the sensible thing, and my dad was an

accountant, so he was very happy for me to go and do something intelligent and sensible,” Rachel, 37, says. It’s little surprise then that she named

It’s the most dramatic you can get with fashion without going full couture her burgeoning label after her mum, Marilyn, who encouraged Rachel to make her first hat in 2010. “I’ve always loved design of any kind – interior design, fashion design, jewellery, shoes. But racewear – it’s the most dramatic you can get with fashion without going full couture, and you get the added fun of doing it for daywear.” Her hats have been worn by TV newsreaders Kendall Gilding and Sharyn Ghidella, and were nearly donned by royalty. Princess Zara Phillips chose a piece to wear at a Magic Millions event on the Gold Coast earlier this year but bowed out due to illness. “The whole time I was losing my mind because I was told the choice was between one of mine and another hat. “I found out later that actually, the other hat she had was one of mine, too. It was between me and me, and none of us won,” she laughs. EMMA SCHAFER marilynvandenberg.com

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Life lessons Etiquette expert Jodie Bache-McLean is using her Modern Manners classes to transform teenage boys into the gentlemen of tomorrow, writes Hannah Davies

boy by birth, a man by age, and a gentleman by choice. It’s a saying that Jodie Bache-McLean is fond of quoting while delivering her Modern Manners lessons to Brisbane’s teenage school boys. The classes form part of her role as director of Chic Management Brisbane and JDW. The latter refers to the famed modelling agency and etiquette school founded by June Dally-Watkins in 1950 and bought by The Chic Group in 2017. JDW’s classes – offered to both boys and girls – are the updated version of Miss Dally’s personal development program created more than half a century ago. But it’s young men’s development that Jodie is currently championing, given, she says, so many of them are clueless about what to do in social situations. “I was at Ipswich Grammar ... and a young boy came up to me after class and he waited until everyone else had gone and he said, ‘Miss, can you tell me how to talk to girls?’ And I thought, this is about communication; this is about instilling confidence because young women scare the bejesus out of them.” During training courses, Jodie takes boys aged eight and up on a “journey of transformation”, tackling everything from how to execute a confident handshake to how to ask a girl to a school formal, to the fundamentals of good skincare. “Young men are very conscious right now about how they look. At our Iona College program (at Lindum on Brisbane’s Bayside), we show the Grade 11 boys how to adopt a skincare regimen, and rather than say that’s not masculine, you shouldn’t do that, we say that’s a great idea and you need to know about it,” she says. “We sit there and cleanse our face and talk about who’s starting to have

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problems with their skin and they’re in a safe environment to discuss it.” Respect for others and basic kindness are at the core of her teachings on manners. “I do have challenges in some of my sessions where young men feel it’s all about equality and have actually been abused by a girl for opening a door for them. But I say, the thing with deciding to be a gentleman is, it’s your call. It doesn’t matter what other people do, as long as you are respectful. “What do people say about you when you leave the room? You can control that and create that perception. It’s about being authentic in what you do and about having integrity.” Students at private schools including St Laurence’s College, South Brisbane; Brisbane Boys’ College at Toowong; and East Brisbane’s Churchie have all benefited from JDW sessions. And parents are all for it, Jodie says. “Many dads have said they wished there was something like this on offer when they were their son’s age. For decades personal development programs were designed for

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FINER POINTS … Jodie Bache-McLean teaches dining etiquette in China; a hand-shaking how-to at Moreton Bay Boys’ College. Main picture (opposite): AAP/Renae Droop

“For me, the school programs concept is incredibly important,” she says. “As a mother of boys myself, I don’t feel there is enough out there for young men and they need some help navigating some of the issues. Boys don’t always listen to what their parents have to say.” At 54, Jodie has a wealth of experience and knowledge to share. On a personal level, the Camp Hill resident is mum to Lachlan, 22, her son from her first marriage, and stepmum to Zac and Luke, 19 and 14 respectively, from her current marriage to construction boss Nick Xenitopoulos. Starting out as a model at 14, Jodie quickly decided she was “just not model material”. Instead, she took a job as a model booker at JDW and has been there ever since, clocking up an impressive 32 years. While she’s covered a lot of roles during that time, teaching the Modern Manners

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courses for girls and boys has always been her passion. Established in 1950, JDW’s deportment classes, originally designed for girls, have been extended to boys in recent years. The cost is $550 for ages 8-12, and $850 for ages 13-18. As well as covering posture, how to build a wardrobe, dating, personal hygiene and grooming, sessions include dining etiquette. “You can see them – they’re thinking this is not important. So I say to them, listen, there are going to be a few times in your life when knowing what to do is really going to mean a lot to you,” she says. “One of them may be meeting the parents of someone really special to you. They may be quite formal in the way they eat and you need to make a good impression.” And, most importantly, pupils have fun. “I get them to set the table for fourcourse dining, and they love it and they

really get a lot out of it. And they promise me that they’re going to go home that night and set the table for their parents.” Jodie is also taking her Modern Manners program overseas, with visits to schools in China. The language barrier means she needs a translator but the basic teaching approach is the same. She also runs classes for Asian tour groups who want to learn about Western etiquette; corporations in Papua New Guinea needing help with appropriate business conduct; and adults in general who are struggling to make the right impression in the corporate world. “The China stuff is really exciting. A lot of cultural and study tours that come here spend a day at JDW. We will take them through Western dining,” Jodie says. “It’s about them feeling confident and giving them the tools so they can say in any situation, I’ve got this.”

JODIE’S TOP TIPS 1. Wear deodorant. 2. Master the handshake; eye contact and a firm grip are essential. 3. Understand the value of a handwritten thank you note. 4. Good posture (shoulders back and chin up a little). 5. Realise that not everyone is going to like what you have to say and not everyone is going to like you – but that’s OK. And while students might come from different backgrounds, the message is the same: manners matter. “I think there’s been a resurgence of old-fashioned manners and they are now modern again. I think humanity wants us to be considerate.”

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TRAILBLAZER

King of spin Meet the DJ serving up chilled tunes to hotel guests every day of the week Kane Dignum, 34 W Brisbane music curator WHAT’S NEW WITH YOU? I had the opportunity to play at our official W Brisbane opening day in June and our recent Premiere Party with an amazing line-up of talent ... Confidence Man and The Twins DJs, followed by a headline performance by The Veronicas. WHAT DOES YOUR JOB ENTAIL? I essentially manage anything and everything music related throughout the hotel. My responsibilities include programming all DJ line-ups and live music performances, as well as curation of background music in each venue/space of W Brisbane. I work closely with our marketing team on W happenings, activations, events and social media. It is always a lot of fun!

DO OTHER HOTELS HAVE RESIDENT DJS? The majority of W hotels globally have a music curator and, while I think some other hotels around the world would have resident DJs playing in their venues, they are unlikely to have a position like ours. WHAT DOES A WORKDAY INVOLVE? Communicating/networking with DJs, finalising line-ups for our Living Room Bar and WET Deck, playing a set in one of our venues from Wednesday to Saturday and planning events. I am always on the lookout for new music, so I spend time listening to international mixes, radio shows, podcasts and the like. I am also an energetic and positive vibes warrior, so I love to spread the music vibe around W Brisbane to help pump up our teams. WHAT ABOUT TRAVEL? There is travel involved for sure. One day after W Brisbane’s opening we took our

Guest speakers: • Lt Col Hulse RAE (Retd) will cover the last 100 days of World War 1 • Sister Seager RAANC (Retd) will give a medical insight into the 123 nurses and 30 doctors from Brisbane Hospital who enlisted and served overseas Enjoy delicious food and beverages with raffles and an auction of military and sporting memorabilia. For Bookings call: 0738719595 or email: functions@regattahotel.com.au Seating limited so book early! 2 Course, 3hr beverage package $69 per person / $600 table of 10

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We are looking to create a buzzy, electric atmosphere that makes you just want to socialise with friends WHAT WAS YOUR ‘AHA’ MOMENT? When I was 17 there were some amazing under-18 disco parties on the Gold Coast that would sell out with 700 people just having so much fun. The DJs, through their music, were ultimately in charge of ensuring everyone had a good time and I instantly craved that feeling, so I bought a set of turntables, started buying records and I’ve been DJing ever since! DO YOU TAKE REQUESTS? We leave that for the pubs and clubs. The DJ sets are not dancefloor focused; we are looking to create a buzzy, electric atmosphere that makes you just want to enjoy the fab cocktail lists and socialise with friends so you lose track of time. WHO OR WHAT INSPIRES YOU? My beautiful wife Tash and children Dusty, 4, and Pippi, 2, of course. I’m also inspired by creative, forward-thinking artists who aren’t afraid to take risks – musicians, fashion designers or photographers.

RIGHT ON TRACK … W Brisbane head concierge Hannah Morecroft with Kane Dignum. HOW DID YOU COME UP WITH YOUR STAGE NAME ‘LITTLE FRITTER’? It was a nickname that started in my board riders club when I was 16. Basically, I’m not the tallest chap and I’m a bit of a fruity character, so a lot of the guys would say to me, ‘You’re like a little pineapple fritter’ … and from there ‘Little Fritter’ was born.

YOU LIVE AT CURRUMBIN, BUT WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT BRISBANE? Brisbane has a great, natural energy and there are different vibes around the city so you can get a range of experiences – from West End to the city and through to the Valley. Brisbane is the Australian city to watch! LEESA MAHER

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(1998 no less) and 1er Cru Chambolle. Plus a stellar range of spirits, and a tea menu, of course. And a floor team who seem (at least on my visit) exceedingly sharp. Chinese cuisine excite me, and dining somewhere special excites me. So Donna Chang has the chance to lobotomise me with pleasure, which it does … almost. Some things I eat are electric, like the Donna Chang take on the pop-Chinese dish of prawn toast, here made instead with scampi, seaweed mayo and scampi roe ($24). It’s like a Tarantino film, feeding on the best of the rabble and reinventing it. And cumin lamb buns ($12 for three, inset: short pastry, complex innards); crispy fried eggplant with fragrant chilli dressing ($16: not enough chilli, guys … not enough); roasted pork belly with coriander ($30); and chicken … spot-on. Others are simply good. Duck pancakes ($36) should, in a place like this, be gob-smacking. What’s usually

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quirky, aptly Chinese but otherwise unremarkable. The siu mai put me in raptures because I’m sitting in such a splendid place, while I want more from my duck pancakes for exactly the same reason. It all boils down to perceptions and expectations. Regardless, Donna Chang is something exotic, exceedingly good looking and generally rather special.

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Choux shines A few tricks of the trade are the key to easy eclairs, writes Alastair McLeod The secret to making a good choux pastry is to learn from your mistakes. Here are my tips to save you some trouble. The ol’ ‘beat the dough until the mixture comes away from the side of the pot’ should really advise beating until your spoon stands upright in the mix, otherwise your eclairs may collapse. Also, when adding the eggs, the mixture looks lumpy and split at first, then as you continue, it starts to smooth but looks dry. The next stage is a smooth dough without a sheen. Continue to add just enough egg to give the dough a glossy lustre. Finally, when the eclairs are baked, prick each one with a toothpick to allow any trapped moisture to escape. And finally, have fun.

STRAWBERRY ECLAIRS, HONEY CREME PATISSIERE INGREDIENTS 125ml water 125ml milk 100g butter, diced 3g table salt 5g sugar 150g flour 4 eggs, lightly beaten 3 punnets strawberries, cut into thick slices 180g icing sugar Candied roses, to garnish

HONEY CREME PATISSIERE 500ml milk 1tsp vanilla paste 5 egg yolks 1½tbs plain flour 1½tbs cornflour 140g honey Generous pinch of salt

METHOD Preheat oven to 220C. Set water, milk, butter, salt and sugar over a medium-high heat until just shy of the boil. Lower heat, add the flour and beat with a spatula until the mixture comes away from the side of the pot. Transfer mixture to a stand mixture with a paddle attachment. Beat until mixture cools then add eggs little by little until incorporated. Place mixture into a piping bag and pipe eclairs onto a tray lined with baking paper. Bake in preheated oven for 15 mins until golden and crispy. Turn the oven off and leave door ajar until they are fully cold. While the eclairs cool, make a simple frosting by pressing 3 or 4 strawberries through a fine sieve and beating in the icing sugar to achieve a smooth, thick frosting. When ready to serve, carefully cut eclairs in half. Dip the top half in the icing and sprinkle with the candied roses. Fill the bottom with creme patissiere, arrange strawberry slices on custard and pop the lids on top. Makes 20

HONEY CREME PATISSIERE Bring milk to a simmer in a medium pot, then remove from heat and stir in vanilla. In a medium mixing bowl combine egg yolks, flour, cornflour, honey and salt until smooth. Slowly whisk in the milk then return mixture to the pot and begin cooking over a low heat. Stir constantly until the mixture thickens. Remove from the heat and pour through a fine sieve over a clean bowl. Put into a piping bag and chill well before using. Alastair McLeod is the chef-owner of Al’FreshCo. alfreshco.com.au STYLING & PHOTOGRAPHY: Miranda Porter CERAMICS: Two Warm Hands @twowarmhandsceramics V1 - BNSE01Z01MA

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Ace of bass A childhood filled with music led to Marian Heckenberg’s love affair with strings — now she’s going for Baroque Fiona Purdon After more than 30 years as a professional musician, Marian Heckenberg is ready to push the boundaries with a rare baroque masterpiece. The double bass player will feature in Camerata’s L’Estro Armonico concert, showcasing Italian composer Antonio Vivaldi’s passionate instrumental concertos, at QPAC next week. It is believed to be the first time all 12 concertos will be played in a single performance in Queensland. “It’s exciting to be doing something outside our comfort zone,’’ Marian says. “Vivaldi’s music is vital, full of life and passion. It’s a challenge to do something so trailblazing and pioneering ... With a piece like this we can put our own mark on it.’’ Marian, 48, of Ashgrove, says that soon after the death of Vivaldi (1678-1741), his works were largely ignored, until the early 20th century when the Four Seasons gained in popularity. Italian Baroque violin virtuoso Davide Monti is coming to Brisbane to not only perform the piece with the 18-member Camerata ensemble, but he will help with the direction of the piece, which translates as Harmonic Fancy in English. “It will be great to have our special guest from Italy because some improvisation is required,’’ she says. Marian, a teacher at the Queensland Conservatorium, will use a unique Baroque bow, made by her brother David, a renowned instrument maker who also handcrafted her double bass. “Musical instruments of the Baroque

period are typically six-stringed and my instrument was traditionally held vertically and played with a bow,” Marian explains. “With a Baroque bow you can’t get as much accent, but it produces a more pure tone. Vivaldi was a strings player himself, so he had an in-depth understanding of the effects he wanted to create.’’ Marian’s childhood home in Arana Hills was filled with music, but she was the first in her family to be formally trained. “Our family has a big passion for music. We used to entertain ourselves with the piano, organ and accordion.” Unfortunately, a “grumpy violin teacher’’ at her primary school turned Marian off

Vivaldi’s music is vital, full of life and passion. It’s a challenge to do something so trailblazing taking lessons until she saw a double bass for the first time, when she was 12. “I loved the massive size of it; I loved the deep sound of it,’’ says Marian, who studied at UQ and then the University of Southern California in the US. Not surprisingly, Marian’s seven-yearold son Jamie, with long-time partner, QSO violinist Stephen Tooke, has already started to show a passion for music. “He hasn’t started lessons yet because I don’t want him to feel pushed into it,’’ she says. Camerata’s Viva Vivaldi, Nov 9, Concert Hall, QPAC, South Bank. qpac.com.au

IN SO DEEP … Camerata ensemble’s Marian Heckenberg. Picture: AAP/Renae Droop

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A TASTE FOR IT ... Penfolds winemaker Peter Gago. 14 BRISBANE NEWS October 31-November 6, 2018

Whenever Penfolds releases Grange, there is a debate about its price. Many people think it’s ridiculous that a bottle of wine should cost $900 – the recommended retail price for the just released 2014 vintage – while others can’t wait to hand over their money for some. Sure, if you want a pleasant drop to help wash down a barbecued steak, there are plenty of wines for about $10 a bottle that will do the job nicely. But if you want a wine that is ranked up there among the world’s best, then be prepared to pay big dollars. Compared with Bordeaux First Growths or the top wines of Burgundy, it is still

several hundred dollars a bottle less and it loses little in quality comparisons. The 2014 vintage is a very fine drop, showing dense blackberry fruit, spice, licorice and a wonderful savoury character, with typical long, fine, firm tannins. It’s a wine that shows every sign it will age gracefully. The 1994 version, served alongside the 2014 at this year’s Penfolds Collection tasting, was still going strong and showing what lies in store for those with pockets deep enough to buy the wine and keep their hands off it for another 20 years. I’m partial to the St Henri, the 2015 vintage released at the same time for $135, and if you think that makes it only a sixth

of the quality of Grange, you are very much mistaken. Although it sees no new oak, unlike Grange, which is matured in 100 per cent new American oak, it has a wonderful ability to live for two decades or more. You don’t have to pay a fortune for excellent Penfolds reds – the 2017 Bin 2 Shiraz Mataro ($40), Bin 8 Cabernet Shiraz ($50), 2016 Bin 28 Kalimna Shiraz ($50) and 2016 Bin 128 Coonawarra Shiraz ($60) are all worthy of a place in the cellar. And if you want a big bruiser of a wine, it’s hard to go past the 2016 RWT Barossa Shiraz ($200). The current white releases (2018 Bin 51 Eden Valley Riesling, $40; 2017 Reserve Bin A Chardonnay, $125; Bin 311 Tumbarumba Chardonnay, $50; and 2016 Yattarna Chardonnay, $175) include delicious wines, especially the Adelaide Hills Reserve Bin A. See penfolds.com/en-au/wines/thepenfolds-collection frostonvine@yahoo.com.au V1 - BNSE01Z01MA

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CATCH THE BOUQUET … Pip Spiro at her New Farm studio; her popular flower paintings include the watercolour work (above right) Listen (for your memories). Emerging artist Pip Spiro paints beautiful things beautifully. From conch shells overflowing with blush pink bougainvillea to botanical bouquets with a fruity twist, her large-scale paintings celebrate the colour, shape and intricacy of nature. It’s somewhat surprising she uses watercolours to create them. The medium often lends itself to muted tones and loose form, but that’s certainly not the case here. Pip’s art is vivid and detailed with zesty yellows, forest greens and deep plums stark against white backgrounds. She paints them from her studio at home in New Farm, where she lives with husband Nick and daughters Sydney, 2, and Beatrix, born in early October. Despite studying business management and working for five years in advertising in Brisbane and London, art and motherhood are now Pip’s full-time jobs. And her art is catching the attention of buyers – all 14 of her large-scale paintings from the collection All Her Glory were sold in July at her first solo exhibition on James St, Fortitude Valley. She has also exhibited in the showroom of Brisbane’s go-to interior stylist and V1 - BNSE01Z01MA

Blooming beauty Pip Spiro’s tropical bouquets have quickly amassed an avid following after a single sellout solo show her now sister-in-law, Anna Spiro of Black & Spiro. “I paint every day – it fulfils me and makes me feel brand new,” Pip, 32, says. “Growing up I always loved painting … but I always thought of art as a passion rather than something I could pursue as a career. “I first learnt watercolour when I was about five as my dad would take his paints on beach holidays. I remember sitting mesmerised as I watched him work – layer by layer, patiently and methodically bringing the watery paint to life.” Her own works take far longer to create. “Because I paint botanical subjects in very fine detail at large scale, each piece

can take weeks or months to complete, so I work from photos rather than real life. “I usually ruminate on an idea for a while … and then when the stars align for what’s in stock at the flower market and a sunny morning to photograph, I’ll shoot my idea. “I then begin the drawing process and scaling up four or five times as I transfer from my computer screen to paper. “Once the drawing is complete, I move on to painting, starting off super light and then working the colour and detail with up to 10 layers in some areas.” Pip takes inspiration from her travels abroad, but also from her Brisbane backyard.

“Places like Italy and France with all those ancient locations, stories and artefacts make me feel so inspired; and I love the contrast of then coming home to the pristine, naturally stunning and simple beauty of Brisbane and our coastal surrounds,” she says. Pip only gave birth to Beatrix in the past month, but she already has plans for her next exhibition. “I really enjoyed the process of my last show, so I would love to create another body of work for an exhibition, perhaps later next year. “With my first baby I never really stopped painting, and had commissions right up to and straight after her birth. “I think this time I will take a little more time and space for family. “I’m slowly realising that a year here or there where I’m a little less productive is nothing to worry about in the scheme of things, as I plan to still be painting when I’m 80.” Pip says her favourite painting is always her next one. EMMA SCHAFER pipspiro.com BRISBANE NEWS October 31-November 6, 2018 15

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A kind of magic Freddie Mercury was born to perform and has never been upstaged, this biopic shows BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY (M) hhhjj Director: Bryan Singer Starring: Rami Malek, Lucy Boynton, Ben Hardy What’s most remarkable about this all-ages Freddie Mercury biopic is how well it has survived the backstage drama that dogged it almost every step of the way. Sacha Baron Cohen, initially slated to play Queen’s iconic lead singer, left the project in 2013 due to creative differences with the remaining band members. A year later, director Dexter Fletcher also parted ways with Bohemian Rhapsody – presumably on good terms – along with his new lead, Ben Whishaw. Although you won’t see his name in the credits (due to Directors Guild of America rules), Fletcher returned in December after director Bryan

ROCK YOU ... The film stars Rami Malek (Freddie Mercury) and Gwilym Lee (Brian May). Singer was sacked due to unexplained absences and clashes with cast and crew. Lead actor Rami Malek transcends these behind-the-scenes obstacles – as well as an awkward prosthetic mouthpiece – to create a soulful impression of the late great rock star, successfully channelling Mercury’s sinuous stage persona in a series of concert performances underpinned by Queen’s rousing back catalogue. He even pulls off We Are the Champions’ spray-on catsuit.

When it comes to Mercury’s sexual awakening, well, let’s just say that what happens on the road largely stays on the road, although there is one sequence in a gay bar that suggests the primal excitement of this promiscuous underground scene. And there is a party that hints at the wildness and debauchery of Mercury’s extreme lifestyle, while simultaneously introducing a future love interest. But although Bohemian Rhapsody feels like an

“authorised” version of Mercury’s story – Queen guitarist Brian May (played by Gwilym Lee) and drummer Roger Taylor (Hardy) are credited as musical consultants, it’s more than mere hagiography. The singer’s long-term companion Mary Austin (Boynton) proves a solid counterpoint to his later liaison with obsequious personal manager Paul Prenter (Allen Leech). Bohemian Rhapsody portrays Mercury as a man born to perform, but who struggled to find an authentic identity off stage. And despite its chequered history, the biopic hits all the right beats, even if one suspects that some of them have been manipulated to fit the designated rhythm. It would be nice to think Mercury’s strict, disapproving Zoroastrian dad did eventually accept his gay son – but the timing of their embrace, on the way to Live Aid, is remarkably convenient. Bohemian Rhapsody is being promoted as a “foot-stomping” celebration of Queen, their music and their extraordinary lead singer. That pretty much sums it up. VICKY ROACH

Wake in fright Horror and Halloween thrills come in all forms in this collection of novels, reviewed by Fiona Purdon THE CORSET Laura Purcell Raven Books $30 This tale by an author who is fast becoming England’s new queen of horror is told through two voices. The first is the rich and beautiful Dorothea Truelove, who through her charitable work at a prison is able to explore her fascination with criminal psychology. The other narrator is Dorothea’s subject of interest, the young and poor prisoner Ruth Butterham, awaiting trial for murder. Dorothea is keen to discover whether Ruth is mad, a murderess or a victim of betrayal by her evil employer. The Corset, set in Victorian England, is a gripping and horrifying follow-up to Laura’s award-winning debut novel The Silent Companions (2017), a gothic ghost story about lifelike wooden figures. 16 BRISBANE NEWS October 31-November 6, 2018

LETHAL WHITE Robert Galbraith Hachette $33 As the fourth novel in the detective series by JK Rowling (writing under a pseudonym), this book is set a year after Cormoran Strike and his able assistant Robin Ellacott apprehended the Shacklewell Ripper. Business is now booming for Cormoran, whose clients include a mentally ill patient called Billy, who says he witnessed a death of a young girl when he was a child; and the Minister for Culture Jasper Chiswell, who is hiding a dark family secret. Cormoran soon realises both cases are connected. Chiswell is being blackmailed by a consortium including Billy’s violent older brother Jimmy Knight, who grew up on the Chiswell estate, scene of sinister events. The novel bristles with romantic tension between Cormoran and Robin, whose husband Matthew dons disguises to help solve the case. Expect a TV series, too.

THE NOWHERE CHILD Christian White Affirm Press $33

THE BURNING CHAMBERS Kate Mosse Pan Macmillan $30

This debut thriller starts with a family’s worst nightmare and does not let up until the final page. Kim, who has recently lost her mother, teaches photography in Melbourne. One night, after work, she is approached by a stranger who believes she is Sammy, who, as a toddler, 2, disappeared in Kentucky, 28 years earlier. Initially dubious, Kim starts to believe she may be Sammy and heads to the US to investigate. Kim discovers murky family secrets and a series of disturbing events about Sammy’s childhood. Her family was in a cult that had bizarre rituals such as handling venomous snakes. With elements of Stephen King and Gillian Flynn, this novel lives up to the buzz of its 2017 Victorian Premier’s Award for an unpublished manuscript, and rights sold to 15 countries.

International bestseller Kate Mosse’s intriguing new thriller starts with a mysterious anonymous message, delivered to the seemingly ordinary Joubert family, on a distinctive family crest: SHE KNOWS THAT YOU LIVE. These words start a thrilling and often frightening adventure for 19-yearold Minou, living in the south of France in 1562. It is an age when women can be accused of witchcraft and when violent religious wars between Catholics and Huguenots are in full swing. Before Minou starts to understand the message and why her life is in danger, she meets young Huguenot leader Piet, who is on a dangerous mission of his own. This book is an enjoyable and rollicking historical adventure involving hidden wills, espionage, dark secrets and romance. V1 - BNSE01Z01MA

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Foodies’ birthday Brisbane’s iconic Eat Street Northshore is turning five and it’s time to celebrate It’s been five years in the making – threeand-a-half years at the original site near Portside and one-and-a-half years settling into their new home on the historic No. 2 Maritime Wharf at Northshore – and it is clear Eat Street is now ready to celebrate. On a Friday night back on November 8, 2013, a very nervous band of creators – Peter Hackworth, Jacki MacDonald, John Harrison and John Stainton – opened the doors to their ambitious creation named Eat Street Markets on a vintage container storage site next to Portside, Hamilton. With practically no budget for advertising and limited expertise in night street food markets, it was hard not to notice the air of apprehension that hung over the four partners. There was no time for a slow build-up of interest – success hinged on instant public excitement. The doors opened and people flocked to the new concept; the gamble and hard work paid off. After five years of bringing people together locally, from interstate and overseas, Eat Street can now throw a birthday extravaganza that celebrates the establishment of an unprecedented landmark and honours a true Brisbane success story. Co-owner and Brisbane market doyen Peter Hackworth says they want to share their birthday celebrations with all of their loyal followers by giving them a weekend of wonderful experiences as well as entertainment. “The finale of the celebrations is a huge river fireworks display, which will take place on the Sunday evening,” Peter says.

“The weekend is really not one to be missed.” Eat Street Northshore is asking members of the public to name the iconic trawler, which currently sits high and dry above the TrawlerDeck. With a bit of luck, a touch of royalty will grace Eat Street on Friday, November 9, to lead the bottle-smashing ceremony and unveil the name that one lucky entrant will decide. The winner will claim a money-can’t-buy prize including an overnight experience at ESN in a luxury glamping tent with up to three friends for dinner, champagne, turndown service, chocolates and a special breakfast to order the morning after. Check out Hit105’s website page for competition details. The birthday celebrations will run from Nov 9-11. PH: 1300 328 787 EATSTREETNORTHSHORE.COM.AU

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Home and away For a fuss-free family weekend away, Redcliffe’s seaside is the place to go, writes Emma Schafer When executing a family vacation with a three-year-old, plans are meticulous. Packing is a fine art – snacks, toys, that one spoon she cannot eat without. Day schedules are regimented – 6am breakfast at any cafe that does Vegemite toast, swimming only outside the hours of 10am-2pm, crucial to be home and winding down by 6.30pm, at the very latest. Flights – just close your eyes and wish them over. And that’s why I am now firmly in camp staycation. By definition, that’s the vacation you take to a plush hotel just down the road from home so if the proverbial hits the fan you’re back in your driveway in a jiff. My latest foray was to Margate Beach, about 35km north of Brisbane – just me and Miss 3 after my husband was called to work at the last minute. Less than an hour after leaving home, we are on the beach-view balcony of our room at the recently opened Sebel Brisbane Margate Beach. Our room has everything

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we need – foremost proximity to the beach – but I also spot Appelles toiletries in the bathroom. A nice luxe touch. As soon as we’ve made a dinner reservation at the Margate Beach House restaurant on the hotel’s ground floor, our togs are on and we’re in the water at Suttons Beach, five minutes’ walk away. Had we the urge to walk a little further, there is Settlement Cove Lagoon with its South Bank-esque pools and the main Redcliffe shopping precinct with its cafes, restaurants and boutiques. The hotel also offers free retro bicycle hire. After an hour in the salt water it’s back to the hotel and straight up to the rooftop pool and the promise of a fruity cocktail at the adjoining terrace bar. Miss 3 splashes about while I watch the skies turn pink and Moreton Island, in the distance, becomes a silhouette on the horizon. At dinner I order the chilli and prawn linguine, but admittedly am most excited for the white chocolate ganache with waffle

REFRESH SETTING … Guests at the Sebel at Margate Beach can see the sights by bike. crisp, strawberries and Persian fairy floss. Both are great, and Miss 3 sits happily through the entire evening. We fall into bed five minutes after our plates are cleared. We’ve got to be up early for whale watching tomorrow – and we’ve spotted

pancakes and acai bowls on the Beach House breakfast menu. The writer was a guest of the operators, Sebel Brisbane Margate Beach. thesebelbrisbanemargatebeach.com.au

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Going strong Built around trees, this Chandler house sends the message that brick is cool, indoors and out Tonya Turner

ricks are making a comeback in the best possible way, and architect Kon Panagopoulos couldn’t be happier. A fan of the product for its thermal properties, tactile quality and minimal maintenance requirements, Kon says attitudes towards brick have changed over the past decade. “Ten years ago brick was used sparingly, as it had gone through a period where brick was synonymous with speccy houses found through suburbia. With new ranges of brick, colours, finish and size, brick is now used in almost all our projects,” he says. These days, it doesn’t take much convincing for Kon, director of KP Architects, to persuade clients to opt for brick over timber. “It is a lot easier to direct clients towards brick as a primary material as there are now many good examples of the use of brick in architecture, particularly residential architecture. People are also concerned about thermal qualities as it directly relates to longterm energy savings,” he says. After living on a 2.4ha property in Chandler for 25 years, the owners of this new home named The Three Chimney House decided to subdivide and build their dream residence. “The kids had all moved out and with grandchildren on the way, it was time to build a new house that reflected their time in life now with a stronger emphasis on the outside,” Kon says. A pottery kiln that needed a chimney in the owner’s small detached studio inspired the first of the home’s three brick chimneys. The remaining two belong to double-sided fireplaces in the indoor and outdoor spaces. “They use the fireplaces regularly during the colder months and they are wood burning, so when the fire is on the smell of burning

timber can be appreciated. The external fireplace becomes a feature of the outside terrace grounding the space, like a camp fire,” Kon says. Strict instructions to connect to the landscape were part of the brief, as the owners had spent years lovingly growing trees at the front of the property with plans to one day build their new home there. “The client had mapped each significant tree on the site so that the new house could be inserted without major disruption.

The kids had all moved out … it was time to build a new house that reflected their time in life now “The house was to belong to the site.” They settled on an H-shaped plan to unite the house and the trees. High textured brick walls protect outdoor living spaces, while the east and west wings of the H-shaped footprint form summer and winter courtyards. The family often gathers in the central courtyard where most of the activity happens. Bricks were also used extensively inside, to blur the boundary between inside and out, and continue the clean lines, play of light and textural, tactile characteristics. PGH Velour bricks in the pale ‘Crevole’ colour were chosen to create a shimmering effect in the sunlight and when lit at night, Kon says. The brick also pays homage to the suburb’s many 1980s brick homes. “We wanted to play with that idea, but update it and evolve it for modern times.” Architect: KP Architects, ph: 3216 1466, kparchitects.com.au Photography: Christopher Frederick Jones

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Phil Brown We got in a race with some sailors who were drunk and keen on recreating the chariot race from Ben-Hur. The poor rickshaw drivers were running Have you ever travelled by rickshaw? It’s not exactly a politically correct mode of transport, but when I was a kid in Hong Kong in the 1960s, rickshaws were a common way to get around. I was going through some old photos the other day and found a picture of me and my brother sitting in one in downtown Kowloon. It was being pulled by a wiry, weather-beaten Chinese bloke with an unfortunate overbite. He was wearing a straw hat and smiling. It was a living for him. Rickshaws were common back then and were popular with the servicemen who came to Hong Kong on rest and recreation leave from the Vietnam War. They had probably all seen the movie The World of Suzie Wong and were living out their fantasies going from girlie bar to girlie bar by rickshaw. We caught them occasionally as kids, but I never saw my parents in a rickshaw. My mother thought it was

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the embarrassment of my wife. I have always explained it by saying I was helping these poor blokes earn a living. The last time I did so, there were only three rickshaws left waiting outside the Star Ferry terminus. I hired one for a picture but he thought he would take me for a proper ride, despite my protests. He dragged me down the concourse in front of everyone, out on to the road and then, rather terrifyingly, into the traffic, where he got a rush of blood to the head and started tearing along. I looked back to see my wife standing there with a look of horror on her face. Cars honked their horns and drivers abused us until eventually I convinced the driver to turn around and get off the road, which he did. Who knows? I may have been his last real rickshaw ride. The only ones you will see now are in the Hong Kong Museum of History, which is, by the way, well worth a visit.

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Modern appeal With a floorplan that unfolds over three spacious levels, this near-new contemporary residence oozes style and sophistication. Luxury interior details include a mix of detailed brickwork, bluestone tiles, glass and blackbutt timber highlighted by an abundance of natural light and breezes. Upstairs, the property features three bedrooms including the main bedroom

PADDINGTON 18 Reading St Land: 562sq m Inspect: By appointment Agent: Anne Fidler, Belle Property Wilston; ph: 3339 8900 or 0412 158 299 Auction: On site, November 8, 6pm

with a luxury ensuite and walk-in wardrobe. The property has been designed to take full advantage of the city views and sweeping outlook, architecturally constructed with meticulous care and thought.

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15 Wentworth Parade

Elevated mastery begins on the upper level, where a library, lounge, office and dining area are centred around a designer kitchen. On the ground floor, four generous bedrooms surround a media room, living room and bathroom. A summer room and terrace offer even more space. Outlining the ground level are a number of luxurious alfresco entertaining spaces, outdoor lawn area and pool. The lower floor features an expansive garage, wine cellar, sauna, workshop, gym/rumpus and nanny flat.

TENDER Closing 4pm Thurs 15 Nov INSPECT Thurs 6 – 6:30pm & Sat 12 – 12:30pm

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HIDEAWAY Guest retreat

SPRINGWOOD

190 Dennis Road

Hidden amongst 43,700m2 of serene bushland, this hinterland hideaway is of resort-style grandeur. The property offers a separate guest retreat, in-ground swimming pool, full sized tennis court, a grass paddock and horse stable, all of which is accessible by your own golf buggy. Separate yet flowing living areas integrate formal and casual spaces, inviting relaxed living and entertaining across all scales. A truly rare opportunity, positioned only 20 minutes from Brisbane’s CBD and 40 minutes from the Gold Coast.

7 BED 5 BATH 6 CAR +POOL +TENNIS

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SARAH HACKETT 0488 355 553 OWEN CHEN 0413 081 780 PLC-OP4667_BN_B

BESPOKE ROCHEDALE

103-105 Major Drive

At only 15 minutes from the CBD, this property is for sale for the first time by its only owner. Framed by manicured landscaped gardens and featuring lush lawns and a resort-style pool, this residence is perfectly positioned to enjoy Queensland living. The five bedrooms are serviced by five bathrooms, while the flowing floor plan provides so much room for the family with multiple separate living areas. A gymnasium with sauna, 600 bottle wine cellar and water tanks complete this property.

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PENTHOUSE WEST END

330/10 Pidgeon Close

Koko Apartments is a unique garden oasis located right on the river parklands in the heart of trendy West End. This beautifully designed penthouse is the epitome of contemporary living with expansive open plan living which flows smoothly between winter and summer lounges, kitchen and dining areas. The main bedroom with ensuite, study and WIR are discretely separated from the other three bedrooms. Offering 332m2 of designer living plus four side by side car parks, the complex has a 20 metre pool and comprehensive gym.

4 BED 3 BATH 4 CAR +POOL +GYM

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SIMON CAULFIELD 0437 935 912 MICHAEL BACON 0423 342 707 PLC-OP4667_BN_D

LIFESTYLE TENERIFFE

7/11 Helen Street

Soaring ceilings, an abundance of natural light and towering glass windows create an undeniable sense of openness akin to a house in the sky. Enjoy year round entertaining on the wraparound balcony, multiple spacious living areas suitable for even the largest families as well as side by side lock up garages with an additional 30m2 store room. Interest is bound to be high for this exclusive property, so don’t miss this opportunity. Arrange an inspection today!

4 BED 3+ BATH 2 CAR

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AUCTION Thurs 15 Nov at 6pm Place Auction Rooms, 33 Lytton Rd, East Brisbane INSPECT Sat 11 – 11:30am

COURTNEY MAGUIRE 0401 031 668 SIMON CAULFIELD 0437 935 912 PLC-OP4667_BN_E

MILESTONE SOUTH BRISBANE

13 Edmonstone Street

Do not be fooled by the traditional facade, this grand lady is smart-wired to the max! Situated in an incredibly central location in South Brisbane, within walking distance of Brisbane State High School, Somerville House, West End Primary School, Griffith University and the Conservatorium of Music; the Mater Private Hospital and Lady Cilento Children’s Hospital. A short walk to the city and the amenities of both South Bank and West End restaurant and café precincts, this unique terrace home is in the thick of it all.

4 BED 2 BATH 1 CAR

AUCTION Thurs 1 Nov at 6pm Place Auction Rooms, 33 Lytton Rd, East Brisbane INSPECT Wed 7 – 7:30pm

DEB MAGUIRE 0427 246 279

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STANDOUT NORMAN PARK

343/90 Wynnum Road

Designed by award-winning Cox Rayner architects, this north facing penthouse harbours incredible sweeping views that reach from the Brisbane River to the Story Bridge, City skyline and New Farm. Boasting designer fixtures and fittings, several spacious living areas and a convenient location close to reputable schools and a variety of public transport, this is a family sized home that will not last long. Be sure to arrange an inspection today!

3 BED 2 BATH 2 CAR

AUCTION Thurs 22 Nov at 6pm Place Bulimba, 140 Oxford Street, Bulimba INSPECT Sat 2 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2:30pm

SIMON CAULFIELD 0437 935 912

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MAGNIFICENT CHELMER

49 Laurel Avenue

Built in 1928, this gracious lady offers spaces that have respectfully maintained their original heritage features whilst incorporating modern luxuries to create a comfortable family home, ready for new memories. Across a grand 1629m2 allotment, the estate is dotted with majestic trees and manicured gardens. Within, you are spoilt for a choice of living areas or perhaps enjoy the breezes out on the verandah. Four beautifully appointed, character bedrooms occupy the southern wing of the home. The immensely private backyard includes a pool nestled amongst leafy surrounds and grassy space with ample room for a tennis court.

4 BED 2 BATH 2 CAR +POOL

AUCTION All Star Auction, Thurs 22 Nov at 6.30pm Place, 140 Oxford Street Bulimba INSPECT Thurs 5:45 – 6:15pm & Sat 1:30 – 2pm

ANN-KARYN FRASER 0419 708 094

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MURARRIE

1 Juxgold Street

Securing a generously sized corner allotment, this expansive family home exudes sophistication and superior comfort throughout two levels, promising a distinguished family lifestyle accompanied by beautiful vistas of the CBD and the surrounding district. The open plan living and dining areas are framed by full length windows, which effortlessly merge with outdoor balconies and alfresco decks. Four generously proportioned bedrooms are accommodated throughout this property.

4 BED 2 BATH 2 CAR +POOL

BULIMBA

AUCTION Sat 10 Nov at 9am, On-site INSPECT Wed 5:30 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 6pm

GLENN BOOL 0400 120 999

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31 Brisbane Street

With a history dating back to over a century ago, there is a story to be told regarding each and every aspect of this charming character home turned architecturally designed marvel. Having undergone a major renovation, this residence offers a lifestyle like no other. With a priority placed on open spaces and independent dual living, it is the ultimate family home that is also an entertainerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dream. Situated perfectly in Bulimba, this is a rare opportunity you simply do not want to miss.

5 BED 4 BATH 3 CAR +POOL +GYM

AUCTION Sat 3 Nov at 10am, On-site

JOANNA GIANNIOTIS 0433 168 761

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BULIMBA

25 Duke Street

This beautiful character residence with city views across 1012m 2 is positioned at a prestigious Bulimba address. Offered to the market for the first time in over 20 years, this traditional residence is over 100 years old and is reserved for buyers with discerning standards and an eye for beauty. Tucked away from the road, this character centrepiece strikes the perfect balance of old-world charm and modern sophistication.

4 BED 1+ BATH 2+ CAR

CHELMER

AUCTION Sat 3 Nov at 12pm, On-site INSPECT Contact Agent

CATHY RICHARDS 0417 706 498

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17 Twickenham Street

Flawlessly designed with architectural innovation, this sprawling residence showcases a flowing layout across two levels. The kitchen flows to a dining and living zone, with access to an entertainer’s patio, pool and gazebo. A media room, powder room and laundry as well as a double garage with internal access completes this floor. The four bedrooms are accommodated on the upper level, thoughtfully separated by a rumpus room with deck. Set in a prestigious enclave of Chelmer, this impressive family design offers key proximity to a variety of quality schools as well as public transport.

4 BED 4 BATH 2 CAR +POOL +SPA

AUCTION Sat 3 Nov at 4pm, On-site INSPECT Wed 12:30 – 1pm & Sat 12:30 – 1pm

ANN-KARYN FRASER 0419 708 094

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CAMP HILL

64 Tranters Avenue

Contained across a double block (809m2) on a sprawling single level, this four bedroom home is a true architectural marvel, boasting four bedrooms, an open layout and a truly spectacular setting for outdoor entertaining. A collection of rich features punctuate the interior, including 2.7m ceilings, bamboo flooring and extensive glazing allowing for natural light. Glass sliding doors provide uninhibited access to the exterior and footsteps away is a stunning in-ground pool framed by gardens.

4 BED 2 BATH 2 CAR +POOL

GRANGE

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AUCTION Sat 10 Nov at 3pm, On-site INSPECT Wed 6 – 6:30pm & Sat 12 – 12:30pm

TAYLOR KLEINBERG 0447 466 177 LUKE BATCHELOR 0432 448 147

18 Stevenson Street

This truly breathtaking custom built Hamptons style family home has been architecturally designed and built by award-winning Brisbane builders, providing expert craftsmanship and high quality finishes throughout. The home exudes contemporary charm, balanced with classic appeal and has been designed with family living in mind. The ground level encompasses an open plan layout which seamlessly flows through to the child friendly backyard, whilst the upper level accommodates the bedrooms complete with a rumpus/teenagers retreat, providing separate living zones and privacy.

5 BED 3 BATH 2 CAR +POOL

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FOR SALE INSPECT Sat 12 – 12:30pm

MATTHEW JABS 0422 294 272 ROSS ARMSTRONG 0409 299 653 PLC-OP4667_BN_K

ST LUCIA

20 Mervyn Grove

Unique and inspiring, this commanding residence will impress and excite your senses. Bursting with architectural individuality, standing tall and proud, this one of a kind home enjoys a supremely private address.

5 BED 4+ BATH 4+ CAR +POOL AUCTION Sat 3 Nov at 10am, On-site INSPECT Sat 12 – 12:45pm

MICHAEL FORD 0438 424 521

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Designed to impress Boasting a corner position and exquisitely designed for the ultimate entertainer’s lifestyle, this modern architectural abode was built to impress, according to listing agent Dwight Ferguson. The property is filled with natural light, with the open-plan design framed by glass bi-fold doors creating breathtaking backdrops across the north-facing design. Interior details include neutral walls and

MCDOWALL 62 Keona Rd Land: 1058sq m Inspect: Thursday (Nov 1), 5.30-6.15pm; Saturday (Nov 3), 9.30-10am Agent: Dwight Ferguson, Ray White Ascot; ph: 3868 7500 or 0412 385 720 Auction: On site, Saturday (Nov 3), 10am

cabinetry, tiled living rooms, carpeted bedrooms, ceiling fans throughout, ducted airconditioning, in-built ceiling speakers, a ducted vacuum system and stone feature walls throughout.

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NUDGEE BEACH

87 O’Quinn Street

Tucked away in a sleepy pocket, just 25 minutes to the city, is this gorgeous Hamptons style residence that captures the essence of relaxed seaside living while accommodating the modern family. Features a pool, outdoor kitchen and a separate granny flat capable of $40k plus income. Overlooking a wide expanse of Moreton Bay, this address is highly-coveted. Do not miss your chance to secure yourself a slice of paradise, arrange an inspection today.

5 BED 3 BATH 2 CAR +POOL

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BY NEGOTIATION INSPECT Wed 6:15 – 6:45pm & Sat 12 – 12:30pm

STEFAN BLEE 0411 810 440 PATRICK MCKINNON 0431 430 760 PLC-OP4667_BN_L

Auction this Saturday 1pm

NEAR CITY FAMILY RETREAT WITH TENNIS COURT - 10,130M2

45 Tristania Road, CHAPEL HILL 5

Located in a beautiful family-friendly neighbourhood in Chapel Hill´s best street on 10,130m2 of landscaped grounds with a creek, pool, tennis court, pool house, multiple living/entertaining areas and gourmet kitchen with butler´s pantry, this charming modern family home fully renovated 10 years ago offers a wonderful escape to your own private sanctuary just 7km from the CBD and close to quality schools and childcare.

Auction.

On-site, 3 November, 1.00pm

View.

Wednesday 2.15-2.45pm Saturday 12.30-1.00pm

Call.

Jason Adcock 0418 727 788

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Contemporary Riverfront Masterpiece 1037m2

CONTEMPORARY RIVERFRONT MASTERPIECE

99 Rosecliffe Street, DUTTON PARK

A nod to past architectural greats has resulted in a home of rare modernity situated on a highly prized inner city location, absolute riverfront, where a heated pool, pontoon and unique home are enhanced by superlative river views. At the end of a quiet no-through road this property is a very rare 759m2 luxury contemporary only 3kms from the CBD and presents unmatched family living in space, style and modern comfort.

For Sale.

By Negotiation

View.

Phone for Private Inspection Times

Call.

Jason Adcock 0418 727 788

Web.

adcockprestige.com/20089422

Auction this Saturday 11.30am

MODERN ABSOLUTE RIVERFRONT HOME - 1091M2

31 Ivy Street, INDOOROOPILLY

With its absolute riverfront position on a quiet street, this impressive modern residence is located on an extra large allotment measuring 1091m2 on one of the best streets in Indooroopilly just 6km from the Brisbane CBD. Surrounded by prestige homes it features solar heated pool, private jetty, master retreat on separate level, multiple indoor/outdoor living, cellar and close to St Peters, UQ, Indooroopilly Shopping Centre, train & cinemas.

Auction.

On-site, 3 November, 11.30am

View.

Thursday 5.30-6.00pm Saturday 11.00-11.30am

Call.

Jason Adcock 0418 727 788

Web.

adcockprestige.com/20088631

Auction this Saturday 10am

SERENE RIVERFRONT RESORT-STYLE LIVING - 1752M2

27 Sutton Street, CHELMER

Escape to your very own oasis at this absolute riverfront residence located on an incredibly rare double block measuring 1752m2 (on two lots) with 34m of river frontage, an immaculate full-size championship tennis court, large pool, impressive outdoor entertaining spaces, separate cabana-style studio, 12m pontoon with jetty in the prestigious, family-friendly suburb of Chelmer and just 6kms from the Brisbane CBD.

Auction.

On-site, 3 November, 10.00am

View.

Wednesday 5.30-6.00pm Saturday 9.30-10.00am

Call.

Jason Adcock 0418 727 788

Web.

adcockprestige.com/20070793

Palm Springs Inspired Riverfront Home

PALM SPRINGS INSPIRED RIVERFRONT HOME - 1867M2

227 Dewar Terrace, CORINDA

Inspired by the renowned architects Richard Neutra and Harry Seidler, this striking family home offers a peaceful resort style escape. Centrally located, this desirable address in CorindaÂ´s premiere street will suit families and executives who appreciate the best of riverside living. Well positioned, close to public transport including bus and train, this home is within walking distance to St Aidans Anglican Girls School and public schools, restaurants, cafĂŠs and shops.

For Sale.

By Negotiation

View.

Phone for Inspection Times

Call.

Jason Adcock 0418 727 788

Web.

adcockprestige.com/20100498

Architect Designed Inner City Riverfront

ARCHITECT DESIGNED INNER CITY RIVERFRONT

41 Brisbane Corso, FAIRFIELD

Modern designer living meets warmth and charm in this contemporary two-storey riverfront home located on a private and tranquil 1046m2 allotment in beautiful inner-city Fairfield just four kilometres from the Brisbane CBD. With a superb floorplan and 5 star finishes straight out of a Vogue Living magazine, you can wander down to the water to your own pontoon (10m x 3m) offering endless possibilities to enjoy everything riverfront living has to offer.

For Sale.

$3.395 Million

View.

Saturday 3.30-4.00pm

Call.

Jason Adcock 0418 727 788

Web.

adcockprestige.com/20053084

6 Emerson Street, Russell Island

ABSOLUTE WATERFRONT!

Subtropical Paradise on the shores of Moreton Bay! Swim at your back door. Fish off your back lawn. It simply doesn’t get any better than this. A massive east-facing deck lets you savour the views across the Canaipa Passage to Stradbroke Island. A delightful classic “Queenslander” on 916m2 will get you caught up in the relaxed lifestyle of Russell Island. It is elevated with 2 good size bedrooms, a living room opening to the deck, roomy kitchen overlooking the water with plumbed infridge/freezer. VJ walls, super high ceilings and timber floors make you feel like you are a world away from the modern bustle of life. Air conditioning and a biological waste system provide just the right amount of luxury. There is plenty of room to store your boat and fishing gear under the house OR you could develop this part of the house further as it is more than legal height and has excellent views too. If you love swimming, fishing, boating, sailing, crabbing and total relaxation – welcome home! You will never want to leave. Russell Island has excellent amenities including school, child care, shops, restaurants, cafes, medical facilities and more. Regular ferry and barge services make commuting a breeze.

CREATIVE ART HOUSE RESIDENCE FOR SALE PERFECT HOLIDAY HOME /LIVE YOUR DREAM FOR < $500K Inspect by appointment with

CATHERINE GOLDWATER Agent: Catherine Goldwater Mobile: 0402 274 830 catherine@teamsolomon.com.au

$1,200,000

Imagine owning your own creative art space residence in the heart of Brisbane city? Beautiful original classic art home with own stage, studio, dance hall as well as a 5 bedroom, 2 kitchen, 4 toilets, entertainment area with nice garden for all. Multi use home for the artist, home business, entertainer, family. Rare offering, call for inspection today. Open Home: Saturdays 11:00am - 12:00pm, Wednesdays 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Checkout: www.gabbahouse.com

Martin Power

041 090 4420

02 8006 2265

Rare Absolute Riverfront Land - 2 x Blocks

RARE ABSOLUTE RIVERFRONT LAND - 2 X BLOCKS

24 Astolat Street, YERONGA

Rare elevated flood-free building platforms await your bespoke absolute riverfront residence, in the tightly held and coveted Astolat St precinct. Surrounded by prestigious luxury homes and privately located in a quiet cul-de-sac only 5kms from the Brisbane CBD. These are the last absolute vacant riverfront blocks in Yeronga available to build your new riverfront architectural masterpiece. Pontoon included for Lot 1 & Lot 2. Lot 3 is now SOLD.

For Sale.

From $1.85 Million

View.

Anytime

Call.

Jason Adcock 0418 727 788

Web.

adcockprestige.com/19710945

79 Jerrang Street, Indooroopilly Positioned high above the river with exceptional views to the north, this grand Queenslander sits on 2 titles totaling 2509m2. Presenting options to either live in as one or divide into 2 holdings, this sprawling home boasts a full sized grass tennis court and sparkling pool along with many other features: • • • • • • •

Classic mix of formal and informal living 4 spacious bedrooms and 3 bathrooms Multiple entertainment areas Dual living opportunities downstairs Established gardens with fenced yard 10kms from Brisbane CBD Close to private schools and in Indooroopilly State and High School catchments.

FOR SALE Inspections by Appointment Russell Gregory 0414 250 132

Carolyn Dodgson 0418 740 449

Poulsen Property E: russell.gregory@poulsenproperty.com.au

CAMP MOUNTAIN 15 Fletcher Close

SOPHISTICATED ACREAGE FOR THE MODERN FAMILY A statement in quality and style, this superb contemporary residence has been custom designed and built by award winning McLachlan Homes to deliver the ultimate family entertainer. It offers a spectacular lifestyle retreat with high quality finishes and a focus on excellent functionality and ease of in/outdoor living. This is a property of style, substance and size, and promises resort-like family luxury on a flat 3.7 acres of park-like grounds while being only 9 minutes drive to the train and 35 mins to Brisbane CBD.

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View Sat 3rd Nov 11am-11:30am Thurs 8th Nov 12pm-1pm For Sale Expressions of interest Closing Thursday 15th November 1pm Georgie Haug 0411 184 561 georgie.haug@belleproperty.com

belleproperty.com/49P1211

FOR SALE

98 McLennan Street, WOOLOOWIN

NOW SELLING FROM $750,000 - $850,000

3 BED | 2.5 BATH | 2 CAR | SKYDECK

PRESENTING A BOUTIQUE COLLECTION OF JUST SIX FREEHOLD TERRACE HOMES OF GRAND PROPORTIONS. For a statement home in an ideal setting, look no further. Reserve your private viewing today. Open times: Saturday: 9:30am - 10:15am and 1pm-1:30pm. Wednesday: 5:30pm - 6:15pm. » House-sized terrace homes split across four levels, just 7km from Brisbane’s CBD.

» Open-plan living, a large alfresco setting and an enviable rooftop skydeck with sweeping CBD views.

» Three bedrooms, two contemporary bathrooms with ensuite to the main and secure parking.

» Well-appointed kitchen, where style meets function and storage is endless.

» Short drive to Racecourse Road and Portside Wharf.

» Generously sized landscaped backyards.

SAM PATTERSON 0401 240 042

JOHN OLZARD 0477 787 701 signatureterracehomes.com.au

PADDINGTON 18 Reading Street STYLE, SOPHISTICATION AND CITY VIEWS Taking full advantage of the city views and sweeping outlook, this near new contemporary residence is a sublime statement of style, sophistication and detailed design. The footprint has been created ensuring the city skyline becomes the backdrop throughout the whole home.Offering you the perfect inner city lifestyle, with the boutique shops/cafes of Paddington at your fingertips, this is a home that will redefine the way you live.

belleproperty.com/22P6391

View Please Call for Open Times Auction Thursday 8th November at 6.00pm Contact 07 3339 8900 Anne Fidler 0412 158 299

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remaxresults.com.au

ADDRESS Shop 3, 622 Wynnum Road, Morningside

Each office independently owned and operated

OFFICE 3899 9999

BRAND NEW, STUNNING TOWN HOME NOW OPEN FOR INSPECTION Final of only 3 private, luxury town homes in prestigious Cadell St, Auchenflower

Open Home 11am – 12pm Sat & Sun or 7 days by appt · · · ·

3 BR, 2 Living Room plus Study Town Home $1,165,000 Large kitchen with NEFF appliances, walk-in pantry, servery & built-in BBQ Timber flooring, high-raked ceilings plus louvres perfect for breezy Qld living Pet-friendly, entertainer’s delight private courtyard and garden area

Proudly presented by Brisbane West Property Expert Hannah Bryan.

Call 0401 539 928 to book your inspection or learn more.

FOR SALE

8 Sefton Road, CLAYFIELD

graceandkeenan.com.au

172 Venner Road, Yeronga

stroll across fehlberg park to your local cafes | enjoy entertaining on your spacious balcony gourmet european appliances - ducted climate control - exclusive designer interiors

Annie Hayes

0402 859 467

Wednesday 10:30am -12pm | Friday 1pm - 2:30pm | Saturday 1pm - 3pm | Book a private appointment here - renovare.youcanbook.me RENOVAREYERONGA.COM.AU

75 Woodstock Road Toowong

Auction 24th November @ 2pm, on-site Open for inspection Sat 12.30 – 1pm Standing proudly on a picturesque 1,465sqm corner allotment, historic ‘Foley House’ boldly reflects the grandeur of the Federation era. Steeped in history with only three families having resided at this stately residence, the current owners have transformed the home with an emphasis on liveability and entertainment. ‘Foley House’ is in a highly desirable location, central to St Ignatius Toowong, BBC and the Queensland Academy (SMT).

Byrony O’Neill Ph 0412 132 480 byrony@byronyoneill.com byronyoneill.com

MID-CENTURY MODERN WITH SPACE TO LET LOOSE INTERNAL - 275 M², EXTERNAL - 90 M², TOTAL - 365 M², LAND - 622 M²

PETER HUTTON 0488 018 170

Re-imagined for 21st century family life, the home’s original spirit has been masterfully retained and enhanced with a contemporary extension, a Palm Springs-style pool and terrazzo terrace.

JULIE JACKSON-LEMAIRE 0420 309 557

Open time

SATURDAY 3RD 1:30 - 2:00

AUCTION

AGENTS:

NOVEMBER 10, 3PM (OFFERS PRIOR ENCOURAGED)

1 THORNTON PARADE, WAVELL HEIGHTS

ASCOT, 31 SUTHERLAND AVENUE 'ONCE IN YOUR LIFETIME'

CALL

Every once in a while, a special property is offered for sale and 31 Sutherland Avenue unequivocally fits that criterion. The most coveted component of any parcel of real estate is the land content. Therefore, to secure 1,012 sqm (Âź acre) of simply irreplaceable land in Sutherland Avenue is a rare opportunity in itself. Complementing the valuable land content is a charming Queenslander (circa 1911) that has been loved and enjoyed by the current owners for over 22 years. Original VJ's, plaster cornices and the warmth of time-worn timber flooring. It is now time for this remarkable property to pass to a new generation providing a key acquisition for you and your family's future.

AUCTION 3pm On Site Saturday November 3rd

4 BED

VIEW Sat & Sun 12.00 - 12.30pm

3 BATH

2 CAR

POOL

Mikki Finlay 0402 777 413 Mel Corliss 0448 449 478 EMAIL mikkifinlay@premiumres.com.au melcorliss@premiumres.com.au WEB www.premiumres.com.au

Historic 10 Acre Riverfront Homestead

MOGGILL 30 Hawkesbury Road • Positioned to embrace & capture the stunning riverfront setting at the junction of the Brisbane and Bremer Rivers • 5 generous bedrooms including luxurious master suite • Additional guest accommodation • Large home office & library • 5 well appointed bathrooms • 4 car accommodation with large workshop • Soaring 3.7 metre ceilings • Grand formal and casual living • Ducted air-conditioning throughout

• Spectacular gourmet kitchen • Beautiful handcrafted parquetry flooring, bi-fold doors, two-way log fireplace • Expansive outdoor entertainment spaces, wrap around verandas and enormous entertainment pavilion • Tennis court with fully equipped pool house, spa, sauna and BBQ amenities • Over 10 acres of flat, usable acreage perfect for horses • Well established gardens and irreplaceable grounds • Approx 35 minutes to Brisbane’s Domestic and International Airports via Airport Link

OPEN HOME SATURDAY 11:00AM - 12:00PM Benjamin Smith 0416 005 008 Kel Goesch 0408 647 568

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Sth Stradbroke Island 23 Mid Esplanade

670 - sqm-

Kingscliff NSW 2487 1 Cactus Court

Freehold Land Opportunity Currigee Land - rare as hen’s teeth ! Secure untouched land to build your peaceful dream retreat, 21 km pristine, uncrowded, unspoilt surf beach AND broadwater access! Only 66 tightly held lots, join the close knit Currigee community.

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Opulent Mansion In Kingscliff For Sale Price Guide Contact Agent

Stephen Cone 0402 333 347 Broadwater 5537 1311

All information contained herein is gathered from sources we consider to be reliable. However, we cannot guarantee or give any warranty about the information provided. Interested parties must solely rely on their own enquiries.

NORTH EAST CORNER POSITION •

1012 sqm of living space over 4 levels

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4 bed, 4 bath, 12 car basement car park

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25 metre infinity edge lap pool

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Rooftop terrace

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Expansive entertaining decks

Auction On site 7 November 6pm NSW View Sat 12-12:30 & Wed 5:30-6pm NSW

Brett Swales 0424 507 005 Carol Witheriff 0413 056 405 Kingscliff 02 6674 1000 Shop 4, 106 Marine Parade

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Hamilton 9104/50 Parkside Circuit Reach Out And Touch The River Exclusive Hamilton riverfront address

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Minutes from everything

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Nationally Award winning building with only 34 apartments, stunning and unique architectural design

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Spectacular river views from your private coutyard

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Location closeness but like a weekender!

Amazing kitchen with top range appliances

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Sparkling resort style pool

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2 undercover, secure car parks plus storage

Auction Onsite Sat 10 November at 11am

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View Saturday 10.30am - 11.00am www.realestate.com.au/129237886

Co Agent Excel Real Estate Group David Fenwick 0411 464 495

LJ Hooker Paddington Brett Greensill 0410 506 695

Excel Real Estate Group

LJ Hooker

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you decide it’s your week to even the odds. Harsh words may be spoken and decisive action may be taken. But it’s high time you responded to someone else’s overbearing nature. If this someone threatens to out a secret, call their bluff. You’ve nothing to fear.

TAURUS (April 21 – May 20) Professionally, most Taureans can expect a better week. You’ve managed to shake off recent problems, and the forces that previously impeded progress have moved on to plague other signs. This leaves you with optimism and the benefit of hindsight. You also increasingly look and feel fantastic – a fabulous bonus.

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Solution to last week’s puzzle

CROSSWORD ANSWERS. CRYPTIC: Across: 1 Frigid, 4 Gruesome, 9 Siphon, 10 Disinter, 12 Overdraw, 13 Recent, 15 Noes, 16 Meerschaum, 19 Match point, 20 Drum, 23 Nudism, 25 Jettison, 27 Gremlins, 28 Artist, 29 Surprise, 30 Beggar. Down: 1 Festoon, 2 Implement, 3 Isolde, 5 Rail, 6 Evidence, 7 Outre, 8 Erratum, 11 Saveloy, 14 Branded, 17 Arresting, 18 Whistler, 19 Manages, 21 Monitor, 22 Starve, 24 Drear, 26 Onus. QUICK: Across: 1 Create, 4 Anathema, 9 Abrupt, 10 Colander, 12 Cold feet, 13 Flower, 15 Reel, 16 High and low, 19 Antarctica, 20 Used, 23 Launch, 25 Neurosis, 27 Readable, 28 Horror, 29 Evermore, 30 Leeway. Down: 1 Chaucer, 2 Enrolment, 3 Typify, 5 Noon, 6 Thailand, 7 Endow, 8 Aircrew, 11 Deviate, 14 Thicken, 17 Last straw, 18 Proclaim, 19 At large, 21 Destroy, 22 Groove, 24 Usage, 26 Slur.

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