NOVEMBER 21-27, 2018 ISSUE 1204
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SWEET DREAM
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INTO THE BLUE
Exploring Samoa
Naomi Price Why this Christmas will be a cracker for the bubbly chanteuse
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This week... For me, Christmas isn’t complete without a screening of Love Actually. I have lost count of the number of times I have watched this classic rom-com, yet I still chuckle when Hugh Grant, as the British PM, gyrates to The Pointer Sisters’ Jump, and tear up when Emma Thompson’s character discovers a painful truth. It’s a fabulous festive flick, and now Brisbane audiences can experience it cabaret-style courtesy of Naomi Price. The musical theatre star is set to perform the movie’s soundtrack as a stage show and, in this week’s Cover Story (P8), she reveals just who will be joining her on stage – as well as her plans for 2019. Fun times ahead.
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THE CHAT Actor Amber McMahon COVER STORY Naomi Price decks the halls RESTAURANT Momani’s, Milton RECIPE Greg and Lucy Malouf’s granita GALLERY Dress Code, Museum of Brisbane FASHION In the navy TRAVEL Samoan serenade AT HOME An expat family puts down roots INTERIORS Go troppo
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Amber McMahon plays it cool as a femme fatale in a fast-paced ’50s classic
ho says no to starring in a theatre adaptation of Alfred Hitchcock’s greatest thriller, North by Northwest? Not Amber McMahon, that’s for sure. The Sydney actor jumped at the chance to play femme fatale Eve Kendall – the role made famous by Eva Marie Saint in the 1959 film – in the stage production opening at QPAC this month. “It’s exciting to tap into the beautiful nostalgia of the piece and to remind people of why they love this film,” she says. “You are really transported immediately to the time of the 1950s. It’s a piece still as beautiful and thrilling and sumptuous as the original. The show goes at a cracking pace, you need great energy and pizzazz.’’ Amber is excited to bring the play to Brisbane after two successful Melbourne seasons. As Eve, she inhabits elegant 1950s-inspired costumes by Esther Hayes, while the show boasts a striking production design and clever props. Matt Day stars as suave advertising executive Roger O. Thornhill (played by Cary Grant in the movie), who finds himself mixed up with a secret spy society after a case of mistaken identity. He meets Eve on a train in the fast-paced story, which moves across the United States, from New York to South Dakota. Amber says Matt is “very debonair and charming’’ in the role, while she is in her element as Eve. “I didn’t want to mimic or replicate Eva Marie Saint’s performance – it’s about finding the balance of paying homage to the film, but it’s also important to find the heart and soul of a character yourself,” she says. “Eve is super-intelligent, she is probably the most complex character in the story. She is razor sharp ... she is torn between her own personal feelings and her work. She can’t let anything break that cool exterior.” On paper, the film, which features a car chase, rail trip, and an iconic plane scene, would seem nigh on impossible to transfer to the theatre, but Amber says director Simon Phillips and writer Carolyn Burns have nailed it. “This is where the theatre magic comes in. There’s nothing better than getting a script that seems to have impossible demands and puts everyone’s creativity to the test,” she says. “I love how inventive the production is, and how it’s handled with such theatrical flair … it’s an ingenious representation of the spirit of the film.”
MYSTERIOUS WAYS … Amber McMahon stars as Eve in North by Northwest. Picture: Phil Erbacher
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Jingle all the way Musical theatre star Naomi Price is set to sing her way into your heart this Christmas, writes Belinda Seeney
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don’t remember the first time I watched Love Actually but I do have a really vivid memory of falling in love with the music,” Naomi Price recalls. She was 20 years old, catching the bus to and from her casual Christmas job at Churchill Square Shopping Centre in Brighton, UK. She would stake her seat on the top level of the double-decker bus then slip the movie soundtrack into her Discman for each half-hour journey. For 15 years, the songs symbolised Christmas for Naomi, who now lives at Stafford with partner Luke Kennedy, and this year they take on a special sparkle as she launches her new show, Christmas Actually, at La Boite Theatre in December. Richard Curtis’s 2003 film, set in London in the frantic lead-up to Christmas, stars a raft of big names, including Hugh Grant, Emma Thompson and Liam Neeson, and a soundtrack that includes Eva Cassidy’s Songbird, Dido’s Here with Me, and Joni Mitchell’s Both Sides Now, to name a few. The “Christmas-crazy” Naomi hit upon the idea of producing a cabaret to the soundtrack when she was living in Melbourne and performing in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical. “There’s this amazing way music has totally infiltrated our lives so when you hear a song, it will take you back exactly to where you heard it for the first time or to a significant moment. “I guess as you get older, you hang on to the nostalgia of how you felt when you were younger at Christmas. It’s a time to reconnect with your family, but also a time to do those things that were so special to you when you were younger,” Naomi, 35, says. She ranks Elf, The Grinch, and the Gavin & Stacey Christmas Special as her favourite festive films alongside Love Actually.
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As co-founder of The Little Red Company, Naomi and producing partner Adam Brunes have crafted hit shows Rumour Has It, Wrecking Ball and Lady Beatle, spotlighting the music of Adele, Miley Cyrus and The Beatles. Ticket sales for the initial four-show Christmas Actually season were so strong, a fifth was added. La Boite Theatre Company has also moved fast, with artistic director
When you hear a song, it will take you back to where you heard it for the first time or to a significant moment Todd MacDonald adding the independent production to its 2019 mainstage program, all before the first bell has jingled. “I know Todd had wanted to do a Christmas show for ages so he said, ‘Let’s bring it back next year and make it a tradition’,” Naomi says. She’s long held a soft spot for the Kelvin Grove-based theatre company, making her professional stage debut in its 2008 season of The Wishing Well. “What we weren’t ready for was how awesome the Roundhouse Theatre is as a live music venue,” she enthuses. “When we were there (with Lady Beatle) last year, the whole place turned into this really rocking underground club, with cabaret tables and bottles of wine. We thought we’d be silly not to do it again!” The performer-turned-producer is joined on stage by Luke, who recently headlined From Johnny to Jack, another Little Red Company production; Tom Oliver, fresh from starring alongside Marcia Hines in disco-cabaret Velvet; and Naomi’s
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FEELING FESTIVE … A tinseled-up Naomi Price (from left), star of Christmas Actually; with partner Luke Kennedy; in Rumour Has It; as Lady Beatle. Main picture: AAP/Steve Pohlner former Beautiful castmate – and Melbourne housemate – Stefanie Caccamo. “It’s a beautiful combination of voices, and they’re each going to sing a song, which is a little different to my usual format. That’ll be cool because I love doing backing vocals and I’ve really missed doing that.” A natural on the stage, Naomi has also cemented herself as a savvy producer who aspires to further shape her adopted home’s cultural landscape as artistic leader of a major company. “I’ve spent the past six years running a very successful small to medium independent company without funding assistance, and I’ve had incredible opportunities to work with brilliant
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commercial producers,” she says. “Did you know that out of the 28 major funded companies in Australia, only two of them are led by women? “My feeling is that if the same kind of person is leading the majority of the companies, we are really seeing bodies of work being programmed from the same point of view. I am certainly looking to bring what I’ve learned over the past 15 years ... to create exciting, provocative and innovative work and inspire a new generation of female leaders,” Naomi says. She’s hinted at a few creative concepts she’d like to bring to the stage but says her 2019 calendar is filling fast, including the Brisbane Powerhouse’s production of
Sweet Charity, in which she’ll play the titular role made famous by Shirley MacLaine. “It’s pretty much a dream role for any actress … she’s so central to everything, but more than that, she’s this hopeless romantic and an unlikely hero. And there’s such great music – (Hey) Big Spender, If My Friends Could See Me Now and Rhythm of Life.” Naomi will also tour Lady Beatle nationally from July to November, before returning to Brisbane for Christmas Actually’s encore season. This Christmas, she plans to visit her family in the UK with Luke and his daughter, Olivia, 7, so won’t perform at any carols. It will be Naomi’s first time home in more than three years, and Olivia’s first visit.
“We will, quite literally, be acting out the beginning of Love Actually about 24 hours after we finish at La Boite, which will be so amazing – the whole experience of walking in and seeing my family waiting there; everyone cries and kisses and hugs. “I love how the film starts and ends at Heathrow Airport, (a place that) has been really significant for me. Those beautiful scenes in the arrivals hall; nothing could be truer of my relationship with my family.” Christmas Actually, Dec 5-8, Roundhouse Theatre, Kelvin Grove, qtix.com.au Sweet Charity, Jan 24-Feb 10, Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm, brisbanepowerhouse.org
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Persian delights Middle-Eastern flavours and spectacular river views merge in a feast for the senses at this Milton venue RESTAURANT Tony Harper The notion of Middle-Eastern food has always seemed to me rather exotic, flying on the same colourful carpet as Sinbad and Aladdin, harems and eunuchs, genies, desert warriors and storytelling princesses – the sort of folk who feasted on honeydrizzled dates, pistachios, saffron, pomegranate, goat’s milk and sweet things sprinkled with rose water. But reality has, so far, been a little more bland, and unless you count Ben Williamson’s creations at Gerard’s, it’s a genre that, for me, has never quite lived up to expectation. Momani’s – the most recent resident of that lovely corner terrace where Park Rd and Coronation Drive meet, the one that has hosted a plethora of tenants but most famously housed Harrowers in the late 1980s – cites its inspiration as both MiddleEastern and Mediterranean, but its soul is in the Middle East. And if I had to cite one attribute upon which it could hang its turban, it would be samak harra – a Lebanese-inspired main of barramundi with a slightly spicy, slightly sweet, beautifully complex sauce ($32). It’s the best thing we ate, and the first MiddleEastern dish (Gerard’s excluded) in decades that has come close to the magiccarpet ride. The fish is beautifully cooked – moist, flaky – and there is textural complexity, with those flakes, the softness of the sauce, a crumbly blanket (nuts perhaps) and rice. The setting is really gorgeous and a little old world. During past visits, under the banner of previous restaurants in the same space, it has seemed a little shabby and had the whiff of age. Now it’s bright and fresh, still with the airy, light-filled rooms
MOMANI’S 6/249 Coronation Drive, Milton Ph: 3369 5570 Chef: Pooran Cowan Lunch & dinner daily Eftpos and major credit cards Vegetarian & gluten-free options On and off street parking SCORES OUT OF 10 Food: 7.5 Drinks: 7 Vibe: 8 Service: 8 overlooking Coronation Drive and the river. There are cloths on the tables, real napkins, padded chairs and – in the oldworld surrounds – it feels nicely decadent. And there’s a definite slickness and warmth to the service. It has the air of a family affair (which it is), but not in an amateurish sense. There is skill and obvious experience on both sides of the pass, and a sense of people who are emotionally invested in the place.
If samak harra is the best dish, a mixed kebab plate – chicken, lamb and minced beef – is the least good ($45). The slightly dry and overcooked meat is tasty enough, but nowhere near as exotic as the fish. There’s a splendid starter of falafel ($14) and a plate of dolmades ($12) draped in pomegranate with a yoghurt sauce. Other dishes include kraidis (chargrilled king prawns, $32, inset). We wash it all down with a couple of
Stone and Wood Cloud Catchers, but there is a rather interesting bunch of wines. Momani’s stands out for its formal surroundings and food that, at least in Brisbane, isn’t usually so glossily presented. And I like that. The food has an extra dimension and there is definitely some escapism in tasting dishes that are well outside my radar yet capture a little Middle-Eastern magic.
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Ice magic Greg and Lucy Malouf’s rif on a cocktail classic is the very definition of refreshing This very grown-up granita makes a lovely end – or even beginning – to a meal on a hot summer’s day. The addition of gelatine might seem a little strange (and if you are vegetarian, feel free to omit it) but it means you can let the whole thing set solid in the freezer without the frequent beating with a fork that granitas usually require to break up the ice crystals. Instead, you simply use a fork to scrape it into small chilled glasses as you serve. We use goodquality fresh fruit juice from the supermarket for this recipe, which makes it a breeze to prepare.
CLEMENTINE NEGRONI GRANITA INGREDIENTS 400ml clementine juice 100ml blood orange juice 150g caster sugar 1 small gelatine leaf 40ml Campari 40ml sweet vermouth 1tbs gin
METHOD Combine the fruit juices and sugar in a saucepan and heat gently, stirring from time to time until the sugar has dissolved. Once the liquid is clear, bring to the boil then lower the heat and simmer briskly for 1 min. Take off the heat and leave to cool slightly. Soak the gelatine in cold water for a few mins until softened. Squeeze out the excess liquid and add the gelatine to the hot juice, stirring to dissolve completely. Pour through a fine-mesh sieve and leave to cool. When cold, stir in the alcohol. Pour the mixture into a shallow container and allow to freeze into a solid block. To serve, scrape the surface with a fork to create a smooth icy slush and pile into small chilled glasses. Makes about 600ml.
This is an edited extract from SUQAR by Greg and Lucy Malouf, published by Hardie Grant Books, $65, and available in stores nationally. Photographer: Alan Benson MEET THE AUTHOR Join Greg Malouf, the man dubbed “The Modern Middle-Eastern Master”, for a four-course shared banquet with matched drinks at Gerard’s Bistro, Fortitude Valley, Dec 4-5, $160, eventbrite.com.au
Wynns for winners These winemakers produce top drops that go the distance and can be enjoyed young or old, says Mike Frost For anyone thinking about starting a cellar, there’s one wine that should be top of your shopping list: Wynns Coonawarra Black Label Cabernet Sauvignon. Not only is it a delicious drink when first released – the 2016 is the current vintage on sale – it has all the ingredients to ensure it has a good cellar life. There’s rich blackcurrant, plum, mint and restrained oak on the nose, and a medium-bodied palate with long, fine tannins and a lovely brightness of fruit. Both history and
experience suggest it has at least a decade – if not two – of cellaring life ahead. I’ve drunk vintages that are more than 20 years old, and I’ve rarely been disappointed in the wine. Even better, it can be found at Dan Murphy’s for $34. The 2016 comes from a very good vintage, and the winemaking team of Sue Hodder and Sarah Pidgeon have overseen quite a few top drops from that year. Recently released are the Black Label Shiraz ($40-$45), White Label Shiraz ($20-$25), the
Cabernet Shiraz Merlot ($20-$25), The Siding Cabernet Sauvignon ($20-$25), V&A Lane Cabernet Shiraz, and V&A Lane Shiraz ($55-$60). All are worth checking out. From the previous, also very good, 2015 vintage come the John Riddoch Cabernet Sauvignon, the Michael Shiraz (both $110$150), and Messenger Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon ($75-$80). The Riddoch and Michael are definite cellar prospects. I’ve drunk examples of both that were more than 20 years old and enjoyed them immensely. This is not a paid advertisement. I have been buying Wynns Coonawarra for more than 30 years because I find them interesting and enjoyable wines when young, and even more rewarding with a decade or two in the cellar. frostonvine@yahoo.com.au
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Take a tumble Acrobats who like a laugh share comic turns and explosive action in spectacular fashion
DARING DEEDS … Callan Harris (foreground and inset), Thomas Gorham (top) and Rowan Thomas.
For Callan Harris, being an acrobat is not just about thrilling the crowd with deathdefying tricks, it’s about making them laugh too. In fact, the Melbourne-based performer says his company, Head First Acrobats, is so committed to inciting chuckles, it has a resident clown, Rowan Thomas, who will perform in the new show, Elixir, at Brisbane Powerhouse this month. “Not many acrobatic shows have a full comedy aspect,’’ Callan says. “We often get comments from audience members who say they haven’t laughed like that for years. We are a bit of slapstick – a bit of Buster Keaton and physical theatre. Think of The Three Stooges, if you like that sort of humour.’’ The 50-minute show, which won the best circus and physical theatre award at this year’s Adelaide Fringe Festival, is about an experiment that goes wrong. “What makes our show stand out is that it is like a contemporary action film and it’s
got a narrative. We are scientists in a science lab who are creating an elixir of life, then when we drink the elixir, there are all sorts of side effects, such as turning into zombies or performing a Michael Jackson Thriller dance,’’ he says. “We have some fire, explosions, and a giant seesaw, which we do somersaults on and are balancing on our heads.’’ Callan, 25, says Head First Acrobats has come a long way since he and Thomas Gorham started it as National Institute of Circus Arts students four years ago. The troupe now tours the world. “From very small beginnings we have got bigger and better, and now we are on par with the big shows that have massive budgets,’’ he says. “It makes it a little surreal because we never thought the show would travel this far.” Had he not discovered that circus school was an option, Callan would have “run away with the circus’’. “I was one of those annoying kids who like people to look at them. I was a class clown. I knew I belonged in the circus from a young age. In my final year of school, I did half days of circus school and half days of normal school,’’ he says. Callan still pinches himself that he is living his dream. His next goal is for the show to be accepted into London’s famous Underground Festival. “It’s definitely still so much fun, we get the adrenaline of live performance every single night,’’ he says. “The hardest part of our job is the full-time touring. You miss home and friends, but at the same time, the pay-off is worth it.’’ FIONA PURDON Head First Acrobats present Elixir, Nov 29-Dec 1, Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm. brisbanepowerhouse.org
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QUIRKY VIEWS ... Gerwyn Davies’ suite of photographs in the Museum of Brisbane show Dress Code include Plane, Prawn and QLD, featuring a ‘tropical despot’ politician.
Phil Brown Dressing up as a prawn is one way to attract attention. And judging by people’s reactions to his work Prawn, artist Gerwyn Davies is doing just that. Prawn is one in Gerwyn’s rather theatrical suite of photographs featured in the Museum of Brisbane’s exhibition Dress Code. According to museum director Renai Grace, the exhibition was designed to complement the major summer show The Designers’ Guide: Easton Pearson Archive. It does so by “delving into how contemporary designers and artists are responding to the topics of ethical fashion and cultural identity through adornment”. “We are delighted to have commissioned new works from Emily McGuire, Hannah Gartside and Grace Lillian Lee, each of which extends the artist’s ongoing investigations of collaboration, consumerism and identity within fashion,” Renai says. “Visitors can expect to see a
Stitch and kitsch Ballina’s Big Prawn and Sunshine State politics inspire fashionable artworks with a message range of artistic interpretations of the many and complicated issues around ethical and slow fashion, beautifully explored through various artistic disciplines.” Renai says Gerwyn’s series suits the show perfectly and “cannot fail to lift the spirits and curiosity of the viewer”. Gerwyn, who is originally from Ipswich, is living and studying in Sydney but has been artist in residence at the museum, a residency that finishes this week. His works present an over-the-top Queensland aesthetic, both critiquing and celebrating aspects of the region’s lifestyle.
OK, Prawn is based on the Big Prawn at Ballina, but QLD is pure Sunshine State. It features a “tropical despot”, inspired by a former Lord Mayor who went on to become premier. The figure, which is Gerwyn disguised (he is his own main subject), is carrying two pineapples. In each photographic work, Gerwyn wears an outfit of his own design, and the act of dressing the body is central to his art. Hannah Gartside’s work Fall/Winter 1986 is a kind of billowing installation featuring found scarves, blouses, necklaces,
shoes and a bag. A fan billows the blouses in a ghostly fashion, and her work uses material culture to express facets of the human condition, such as intimacy, grief and gender expectations. This work hints at emptiness behind a glamorous facade of excess and feminine power, reminiscent of a 1980s fashion shoot. There’s a great film featuring Cairns artist Grace Lillian Lee’s body adornments, which also hang on walls nearby. Emily McGuire’s embroidered works riff on famous labels, as the titles suggest – Nike, Calvin Klein, Marc Jacobs & Chanel, for example. Lisa Hilli’s installation incorporates strings of glass beads referencing the trade beads used as both a form of adornment and a currency between Australian colonialists and the indigenous peoples of Papua New Guinea, Hilli’s homeland. Dress Code, until Jan 28, free, Museum of Brisbane, Level 3, Brisbane City Hall, city. museumofbrisbane.com.au
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THE NUTCRACKER AND THE FOUR REALMS (PG) hhkjj Director: Lasse Hallstrom, Joe Johnston Starring: Mackenzie Foy, Keira Knightley, Helen Mirren Disney’s live-action heroines don’t appear to be evolving as fast as their animated counterparts. Alongside Frozen’s heartmelting princesses and Moana’s oceanic adventurer, The Nutcracker and the Four Realms’ central character feels constrained. Corsets could well be part of the problem. But she’s not helped by a derivative storyline that borrows liberally from beloved children’s classics such as The Chronicles of Narnia and Alice in Wonderland. It’s almost as if the screenwriting is diminishing in inverse proportion to the sophistication of the technology. The Nutcracker and the Four Realms’ swooping, bird-of-prey perspective opening shot is a heart-stopper. And the costume and production design is just as spectacular, as one would expect from a $180 million Disney Christmas confection. But in terms of the overall storytelling, the filmmakers do very little with a lot. And the characters – with the exception of Keira Knightley’s scene-stealing Sugar Plum Fairy and Helen Mirren’s spicy Mother Ginger – are about as hollow as the tin soldiers the film’s villain brings to life. Given the joint directing credit, it’s hard to know where the responsibility lies – Joe Johnston (Captain America: The First Avenger) oversaw 32 days of reshoots when the original helmsman, Lasse Hallstrom, was unavailable. But it seems likely that the problems originated in the initial concept.
Tchaikovsky’s familiar score and Misty Copeland’s classic dance performances are the closest The Four Realms gets to its source material. The plot – in which the central character follows a mouse into a magical parallel world – feels about as disposable as a mass-produced stocking filler. When the film opens, Clara (Mackenzie Foy, pictured with Knightley) is about to spend her first Christmas without her
mother (whose death is handled sensitively to protect the very young). Desperate to unlock the silver egg she has been bequeathed, Clara pursues the key-stealing rodent into the Four Realms, where she is persuaded by Knightley’s Sugar Plum Fairy to take on the evil Mother Ginger. At this point, there’s a surprise twist. The Four Realms boasts a self-reliant heroine and two powerful supporting female
WIDOWS (MA15+) hhhhk Director: Steve McQueen Starring: Viola Davis, Elizabeth Debicki, Michelle Rodriguez This hard-boiled heist flick doesn’t so much pass the Bechdel test, measuring the representation of women in fiction, as eviscerate it. While the consequences aren’t pretty, that’s exactly what director Steve McQueen and his powerhouse cast intended. Alongside Widows, the much-hyped allfemale Ocean’s 8 sequel resembles a glossy fashion shoot. In his muscular adaptation of Lynda La Plante’s breakthrough ’80s TV series, McQueen (12 Years A Slave, Hunger) transplants the action from Thatcher-era London to contemporary, southside Chicago. Two decades on, and in the wake of the #MeToo and #TimesUp movements, he and co-writer Gillian Flynn (Gone Girl) raise the stakes still higher, rewriting the genre and gender rule books to allow for a hefty emotional wallop. When their husbands are incinerated in a job gone horribly wrong, Widows’ backagainst-the-wall protagonists rise phoenix-
like from the ashes. Since her bloke is the criminal mastermind of the heist, Veronica Rawlins (Viola Davis) takes most of the initial heat. Soon after the funeral, Veronica receives an ominous visit from a rival operator to inform her that she has just inherited a $2 million debt. To prove he means business, crime boss and would-be alderman Jamal Manning
(Brian Tyree Henry) orders the execution of the family driver (Garret Dillahunt). Manning’s dead-eyed brother-enforcer (Get Out’s Daniel Kaluuya) obliges. All the late Harry Rawlins (Liam Neeson) has left his wife is a heavily mortgaged apartment and the key to a safety deposit box that contains the blueprints for his next job. A confidante warns her to offload that bequest as quickly as she is able, but
characters. The other two realm regents – flowery Hawthorne (Eugenio Derbez) and icicle-crusted Shiver (Richard E. Grant) – are unusually insipid. And the nutcracker (Jayden Fowora-Knight) is reduced to the role of handbag prince. Contemporary audiences have become accustomed to self-empowerment stories that are a bit more thematically substantial. VICKY ROACH
Veronica is done doing what other people expect of her, and the former teachers’ union delegate has no intention of becoming yet another victim. The other widows find themselves in similarly desperate circumstances. Linda Perelli’s (Michelle Rodriguez) husband has gambled away her retail business – the means by which she provides for her two young children. Bullied first by her mother (Jacki Weaver) and then by an abusive husband (Jon Bernthal), Alice Gunner (Elizabeth Debicki) is tired of being other’s plaything. It doesn’t take much to tap the steely resolve beneath that previously passive beauty. Rounding out the novice heist team is Perelli’s babysitter, Belle (Cynthia Erivo), a single mum working two jobs to support the child she never sees. These four women are up against a crooked and entitled white male political dynasty run by long-time alderman Tom Mulligan (Robert Duvall) and his cynical heir apparent, Jack (Colin Farrell). Widows invests heavily in its characters. McQueen even rejects a conventional genre pay-off in favour of a powerful, thoughtprovoking end. Raw, brutal and compelling. VICKY ROACH
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Creative crucible The worst year of her life led Jill Marsden to pursue her passion for jewellery making Kylie Lang When Jill Marsden’s marriage ended, she suffered a double blow, with the death of her beloved father. The year was 2000 and with two small boys to raise alone, the Ashgrove mum knew she had to be creative. Fortunately, that was easy for her. The New Zealand-born hairdresser, 54, had always been artistic and says her sons, Matthew and William, now 22 and 20, became her inspiration. “There was not a lot of light in my life other than my boys, and I just knew that I wanted them to grow up and be as resilient as they possibly could, and the only way I could get them to be resilient was to be resilient myself. “I needed to stop feeling sorry for myself and knew being creative would help me through.” Jill began painting – her dramatic art hangs in her home-based hair salon – but it was a trip to Sydney to visit her niece, Greta Rutherford, in 2005 that sealed her path. “My niece was only about 13 at the time but she got me into jewellery making. She showed me how to do it and then I basically just taught myself.” In 2008 her beaded creations debuted at the Brisbane Grammar School art show, and two years later, on a trip to Italy, Jill fell in love with silver. “Italy was amazing, all the handcrafted jewellery in Tuscany, the Amalfi Coast, and in Venice – it was all so individual, raw and organic.” Back home, Jill enrolled in a silversmithing course at the Brisbane Institute of Art in Windsor and completed workshops at Dap Jewellery School in Coorparoo. “I just loved it and really wanted to make more rings, earrings, bracelets and necklaces, but by then my boys were in high school (at Brisbane Grammar School) and the pace was full-on with extracurricular activities, so I pulled back a bit but kept on hairdressing.” With both boys now at university, Jill has more time to work at hammering, sculpting and designing statement rings and earrings in both silver and gold. “I’ve always loved big earrings but found it hard to find ones that were light and easy to wear,” she says. Now Jill believes it’s never too late to try something new. “If you’re passionate about something, explore it. Don’t be frightened of it, give it a go.”
PLOT TWIST ... Jill Marsden found her calling in jewellery design. Picture: Renae Droop/AAP
Jilly Marsden Designs is stocked at Hummingbird The Shop, Paddington. Jill also makes custom pieces and sells online at jillymarsdendesigns.com.au
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Ladies in red Women take centre stage in these red-hot reads about fashion, art and family. Reviews by Andrea Ripper and threw off the shackles of wartime austerity. In 1946, as a result of war and uniforms, women still looked and dressed like Amazons, but Dior, originally a shy boy from Normandy, designed clothes for “flowerlike women, with rounded shoulders, full feminine busts, and hand-span waists above enormous spreading skirts”. With a love of architecture, he fashioned his clothes like buildings to fit the female
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DIOR BY DIOR Christian Dior V&A Publishing, $23 This autobiography by Christian Dior, translated by British author Antonia Fraser, was written nine years after the French fashion designer rocketed to fame with his “New Look”, which embraced the feminine
form, reviving long-forgotten couture techniques to achieve this. Here he takes us behind the scenes as he and his team produce his first triumphal collection from a tiny Parisian studio in 1947, on tour to the US as the first French couturier to be awarded a Neiman Marcus Oscar for fashion (his biggest buyers were American women), and through the birth of a collection, from inspiration and design, fittings, choice of models and materials, to showing and sales. “Colour cannot transform a failure of a dress into a success: it merely plays a supporting role in a cast where the cut is the star performer,” he writes.
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Dubbed the original selfie queen, Mexican artist Frida Kahlo (1907-1954) was a woman of boundless creativity who transformed everything she touched – as this book, published for a major British exhibition about her, demonstrates. Known for her colourful Mexican costumes and piercing self-portraits that reveal her pain from physical disability, she constructed her own persona as if it were a work of art, to become one of Latin America’s most famous artists. Not only was she a painter of substance, she also wrote poetry, designed her own clothes, and decorated with mirrors and oil paint the corsets that so restricted her. As well as her paintings, jewellery and prosthetics, this book features photographs of her family and artisthusband Diego Rivera, who ordered that her most private possessions be locked away until 15 years after his death. For those who are unable to see the exhibition at London’s Victoria and Albert Museum before it closes this month, this sumptuous book is the next best thing.
FASHION FORWARD… A model poses in Dior’s game-changing ‘New Look’ in the 1950s.
Philosopher, editor and domestic detective Isabel Dalhousie gets herself into a spot of bother in this latest charming addition to Alexander McCall Smith’s Edinburgh series. Isabel’s curiosity is piqued by the mother of one of her young son’s friends – a tall, Irish viola player whose son resulted from an affair with a church organist. At least, that’s the gossip, according to Isabel’s handsome musician husband, Jamie, whose cookery skills are among the qualities that make him the perfect man. Isabel has a lot on her plate. Apart from pondering quandaries as editor of the Review of Applied Ethics, she is often called to help out at her niece Cat’s delicatessen, and she has two young sons and a house to run. Things get more complicated when she hires help: Antonia, an Italian au pair; and Claire, a beautiful young university student employed to help edit the journal. And then Cat’s leonine boyfriend, Leo, shockingly intervenes in Isabel’s issues in a way she would never have contemplated. A sleuth story minus the body count.
CLOSE TO HOME Alice Pung Black Inc., $33 Alice Pung was named after Alice in Wonderland because that’s how her father viewed Australia after arriving here as a refugee from Cambodia’s killing fields. And despite having relatives who had also survived the Chinese famine, the Cultural Revolution and the fall of Saigon, Alice, now a Melbourne author and lawyer, never felt like a refugee – until her first Australian family holiday as a child, to Slacks Creek. Her parents decided to holiday in a run-down rental property they had bought in the Logan City suburb. “But when we arrived in Queensland, I realised that people did not take their holidays in Slacks Creek,” Alice writes. “It (the house) was like a phlegmy sick relative with rotting teeth no one wanted to go near. “The houses in the Cambodian countryside were built like this,” her father said, “and they kept buffaloes below.” Alice also writes about growing up in working-class Footscray, the lives of old school friends, and travels to Cambodia and China with her parents. Her book also covers marriage, migration, racism, and the idea of home.
TRAVEL
Pacific pearl Relax, feast and have fun in Samoa, where the pace of life is leisurely but never boring, writes Jane Scott
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he minute I laid eyes on the shimmering pool of depthless beauty that is To Sua Ocean Trench, on the Samoan island of Upolu’s south coast, I knew I was going in. My head said otherwise (“What? Risk your life descending that rickety wooden ladder? Don’t be ridiculous”), but my heart said, “Yes! Take the plunge. Live in the moment. Prove you’re not over the hill just yet.” So I did. With crystal-clear seawater that reflects the surrounding emerald-green foliage, To Sua is a sinkhole, formed in a collapsed lava tube that has been inundated by the ocean. Floating in it, with the Samoan sunshine beating down, was a true pinch-me moment that entirely justified the reckless disregard for my own safety required to get into the hole – and back out again. It was about the only time during a week-long visit to Samoa that my heart rate rose above resting. That’s unless you count the thrill that comes with encountering site after site of spectacular natural beauty. Close to To Sua is Lalomanu Beach, generally declared by those who decide such things (read: the internet) to be the country’s most beautiful. It is indeed sublime. Absurdly blue water meets blindingly white sand, while tourists (never too many of them) chill in charming, brightly painted fales (pronounced far-lay). West of these two attractions you’ll find Savaia village’s Giant Clam Sanctuary. At first sight, it’s just a very pretty bay. But swim out to an area marked by buoys, pull on your mask and snorkel, and discover scores of these magnificent molluscs – monumental (approaching 1m in length), beautiful, and just a little bit sinister. I have no idea if they really would clamp shut on fingers and toes that come too close, but I didn’t like to test the theory. All of this exploring was easily conducted from my base at Saletoga Sands Resort and Spa, a relaxed, friendly, absolute waterfront resort about an hour’s drive from Faleolo International Airport. Perfect for families (request one of the new family villas if you can – they are immaculate and offer a little extra privacy), Saletoga provides all the creature comforts, along with an authentic sense of Samoan community. The resort has a close relationship with nearby Matatufu village, with staff coming from the ranks of local residents. BLUE LAGOON … (clockwise from main) Saletoga Sands Resort & Spa’s beachfront villas; Lalomanu Beach, Upolu; To Sua Ocean Trench sinkhole; Lalomanu Beach; Saletoga Sands’ jetty.
When you book, try to include a Wednesday, so as to experience the weekly cultural display and the fiafia night. For the culture display, guests are invited to join high chief Mata’utia Esila Puni and his team as they prepare the umu for the evening feast. With a fine line in anecdote, the elder oversees the preparation of four suckling pigs, weaves baskets into which vegetables are piled, and prepares palusami – fresh coconut cream and taro leaves tightly wrapped in a snug banana-leaf bundle. Layered with hot rocks and more banana leaves, the umu takes just an hour to cook, after which guests are invited to return to sample the spoils. The taro dipped in hot palusami is sensational.
My head said otherwise but my heart said, ‘Yes! Take the plunge. Live in the moment’ That night, the suckling pigs take centre stage at the buffet, until guests take a seat in preparation for the fiafia, for which Saletoga has won Samoa Tourism’s Best Cultural Entertainment Award for the past two years. Fiafia means “fun and boy”, and that’s taken literally – there is whooping, clapping, stamping, drumming and a lot of laughter. Volunteers from the audience are, of course, required. Let’s just say if your other half raises his or her hand, have your camera handy. Across the mountains on Upolu’s north coast lies Apia, Samoa’s capital, which boasts its own attractions.
Don’t miss Robert Louis Stevenson Museum, an elegant, romantic tribute to the great author, or the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception – the hand-carved wooden interior actually made me gasp out loud, so breathtaking was its beauty. Tourism Samoa’s Culture Village is also excellent. Free, with twice-daily sessions run by the very charismatic Chris Solomona, it’s an excellent introduction to Samoa, with a clever focus on the way many traditions are still adhered to. Traditional tataus (full-body tattoos), for example, are still administered without the use of electricity, but the tattooing comb is now made of titanium (as opposed to boar’s tusk) and the ink is imported from the United States.
Coconut cream is still made by massaging freshly grated coconut through a tangle of banana tree fibres, but the coconut is now grated with a metal grater, not a sharp shell, as in days gone by. After all this culture you’ll be ready for a bit of laid-back Samoan luxury, and you’ll find it at Taumeasina Island Resort, a relatively new hotel peacefully situated on a small atoll on the outskirts of Apia. Accessible by a short causeway, Taumeasina is handy to the Samoan capital’s attractions, yet removed enough to offer that island vibe. Smart white townhouse-style rooms and suites are stylishly furnished, and they all offer water views – some across the open ocean, others over a peaceful bay to Upolu’s
mountainous interior. For families, twoand three-bedroom villas adjacent to a protected cove offer enough room to spread out and relax. All of the action at Taumeasina takes place in the spacious main building, with its dramatic, fale-style foyer and impressive infinity pool. With two bars, three restaurants, water sports, a spa and fitness centre, a private beach and gorgeously situated wedding chapel, the resort feels intimate, but it has plenty to offer. The go-to location for the region’s bigwigs – both Malcolm Turnbull and Julie Bishop attended Pacific Islands leaders’ conferences there – Taumeasina is a fussfree choice for the high-end traveller.
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AT HOME
Divine destiny A much-admired historic rectory gives an expat family a happy welcome home, writes Michelle Bailey
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hen Tom and Sue McDonald were living overseas in 2001 and looking for a foothold in Brisbane, they chanced upon a historic home for sale in Coorparoo. Sue recognised it immediately. “It was the rectory for the Anglican Church (across the street) where my parents met,” she says. “I had loved the house since I was a little girl. I always thought she was a wonderful old house in this beautiful secret garden.” The couple went ahead with the purchase, but it was another 15 years before they and their two daughters returned to settle in Brisbane permanently. With the hope of tailoring the home to better suit their maturing family dynamic, they embarked on a renovation. “I called (architect) Shaye (Mclean) and she knew the house straight away,” Sue says. “When she came to visit for the first time, Shaye had already researched the history of the house, so we knew she was the right architect for us.” It turns out the historic building was a place Shaye had also coveted. “The rectory was always a building that I was curious about,” she says. “It always had a beautiful facade that sits wonderfully within the streetscape – a rather grand old dame.” Shaye, Tom and Sue shared the same vision. “We wanted to make new works fit sympathetically below the original roof,” Shaye says. “It was important that we created more usable spaces that didn’t extend beyond the original envelope.” New kitchen and living areas were installed in non-character rooms at the back of the house, ensuring the historic rooms at the front were preserved.
“The original home was dark and showing signs of wear and tear,” Shaye says. “We wanted to lighten these dark spaces.” Historic rooms were transformed rather simply with larger doorways, to allow them to connect better visually to neighbouring spaces. Timber doors were salvaged and reused to make new doorways to the outdoor terrace. The historic dining, lounge and breakfast rooms were refurbished by removing carpets, polishing floorboards and painting walls. Light fittings collected by Tom and Sue during their decades overseas were brought out of storage and fitted. But the big architectural moves were reserved for the contemporary kitchen,
I had loved the house since I was a little girl … she was a wonderful old house in this beautiful secret garden dining and living room, where an open-plan arrangement was designed to improve visual connections to the garden and pool. A deck was built drawing on traditional construction techniques and the contemporary aesthetic inside. Finally, new balustrades on the staircase allow light from a skylight to flood the living room – the heart of the character-filled family home. “We always felt the house didn’t connect to the garden as well as it could, instead it looked inward,” Sue says. “We wanted to give her that feeling of openness and looking out. And we are so glad we have done that.”
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Phil Brown As a city slicker, I don’t feel the need to commune with nature, not when I have the National Geographic Channel at hand Now don’t get me wrong, I like nature, but I prefer to enjoy it from a distance. We were discussing this at dinner recently with friends who were amazed that I had never been to Fraser Island. “I’ve seen it on television though,” I replied. I have sailed off Fraser Island on a whale-watching cruise out of Hervey Bay (God’s waiting room), so I have been close to Fraser Island, but I have never actually landed there. I have not visited many of our region’s beauty spots, although I do appreciate them – from afar. I have some landscapes by the great Brisbane artist William Robinson, if that counts. Meditating on a Robinson is as good as being there I reckon. As a city slicker, I don’t feel the need to commune with nature, not when I have National Geographic Channel at hand. In the privacy of my own home I have visited some of the most remote, spectacular spots on the planet. And it’s not as if I’ve always
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eschewed getting up close and personal with the natural world. When we moved home to Australia from Hong Kong, we lived on the Nerang River, not far from the Surfers Paradise Golf Club, and in those days, that was virtually the country. I fell in love with the local landscape, and in my canoe I used to explore the local creeks and wander through the gorgeous heathland and pastures with a copy of What Bird Is That? by Neville W. Cayley in my rucksack. I was a keen birdwatcher in those days and that was my bible. I would fish the waterways around there and was a real nature boy. And of course my fishing and surfing also brought me in close contact with the natural world. I would spend my evenings fishing for bream in front of our house, and on many mornings, would awaken before dawn and ride my bike through the countryside to the beach.
So I’ve had my fill really. Now I prefer to enjoy nature from afar, or to glimpse it through the windows of a luxury hotel room. Last year we stayed at the Byron at Byron Resort & Spa, which is perfect. It’s set in a gorgeous little rainforest by the beach, and the rooms look out onto it. We did go for a walk through that rainforest, and we glimpsed a wallaby, which was lovely. I prefer, however, to spend most of my time within the city limits being an urban creature. And Brisbane has lots of lovely parks, gardens and bushland within those city limits to satisfy any urge to commune with nature. I’m reminded of an episode of The Goon Show ... and I have to paraphrase here … in which a view was being admired. “Look at those lovely mountains out there,” one character says to another, who replied, “Yes, but I never let them in the house.” Boom boom.
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full of history Period character abounds in this standout property This landmark property is named Foley House. Dating back to the late colonial period, the land was owned by Elizabeth Hockings and her husband Albert. A mover and shaker in political circles, he was a Queensland politician, member of the Queensland Legislative Assembly and an alderman of Brisbane Town Council. He was the fifth mayor of Brisbane for the first time in 1865, and returned in 1867 as the seventh mayor to serve for a second term.
Extending his interests to real estate, he subdivided a portion of the acreage and named it The Terraces, Toowong. Toowong was already recognised for its fashionable villa estates, so he seized the opportunity between 1870 and 1900 to sell these residential lots. Built about 1910, only three families have resided in this residence. The owners have restored and further enhanced the property ensuring traditional features were preserved. Excavating under the house created a floor of additional living, which blends with the original structure and complements the period. Captivating from the outset, with its gardens and street presence, it is an
TOOWONG 75 Woodstock Rd Land: 1465sq m Inspect: By appointment Agent: Byrony O’Neill, Byrony O’Neill Estate Agents; ph: 3876 8226 or 0412 132 480 Auction: On site, Saturday (Nov 24), 2pm
example of Queensland’s distinctive architecture. Beyond the veranda, a wide hallway leads to a formal lounge and dining room set under pressed metal ceilings. Intricate details include leadlight glass and decorative timber archways. French doors lead to a sunroom. The floorplan encompasses a casual living/ meals space that opens onto a deck with a rotunda while taking in the city skyline views. The grounds boast a swimming pool, lawn tennis court, and an automated watering system. On the lower floor is a rumpus with integrated study and four bedrooms.
Heritage splendour Set over two levels with Victorian-style design and heritage restoration, this sixbedroom residence is characterised by solid masonry and brick construction with wrought-iron fretwork. From the entrance, stairs rise to the upper-level floorplan and a wraparound veranda. Inside, a central corridor design leads to the property’s front rooms and sleeping quarters; highlights of the main bedroom include built-in wardrobes and a large bay window overlooking the front yard. Nearby, three further bedrooms feature polished hardwood flooring, decorative high ceilings and elaborate architraves. Also on the upper level is the living hub, where a lounge and adjacent family area leads to an integrated kitchen and dining space. The kitchen’s open-plan design features a breakfast bar with European appliances and tiled flooring. Beyond the kitchen through French double doors, a balcony offers leafy street views. The balcony boasts white Victorianstyle balustrades with tile flooring. Downstairs, the lower level offers multiple living spaces including another
bedroom. To the right, there is a music room and adjacent storage room. Down the hallway towards the rear is a rumpus room. Also on this level, there is a library, study and large undercroft for extra storage. Outside, a patio overlooks established gardens with trees and shrubs. A stone path leads down to an inground pool with frameless glass fencing. This area is complete with an outdoor shower.
NEW FARM 44 Moreton St Land: 723sq m Inspect: By appointment Agent: Brandon Wortley and Matt Lancashire, Ray White New Farm; ph: 3254 1022, 0447 269 591 (BW) or 0416 476 480 (ML) Auction: On site, Saturday (Nov 24), 11am
Modern and spacious Positioned on an impressive 834sq m parcel of land, this modern contemporary property spans over two spacious storeys. With a floorplan that incorporates a multitude of living areas and outdoor entertaining options, the property is composed of clean lines, high ceilings and quality finishes. On the ground floor, a grand entrance opens into an impressive mixture of soaring voids and a wealth of natural light. From here, a hallway extends the length of the property, leading to an office, and four bedrooms, including one with a private ensuite. Also on this floor is a stylish bathroom with double vanity, and a large laundry which opens onto a drying courtyard. The main living hub is located on the upper floor, accessible via an internal staircase, and features a formal sitting room with a fireplace, glass wall and a balcony which captures magnificent views of the district. An open-plan lounge and dining area accommodates for a more relaxed vibe, connecting to a sprawling outdoor area via bi-fold doors.
Complete with an outdoor kitchen and built-in barbecue, the entertaining space overlooks a glass-framed in-ground pool below, which is complimented by a stylish pool house. Completing this upper level is a gourmet kitchen, bathroom, steam room, a study and two additional bedrooms. “A true highlight of the home, the outdoor entertaining space must be seen to be truly appreciated,” listing agent Dwight Ferguson says.
ASCOT 19 Upper Lancaster Rd Land: 834sq m Inspect: Saturday (Nov 24), 10.30-11am Agent: Dwight Ferguson, Ray White Ascot; ph: 3868 7500 or 0412 385 720 Auction: On site, Saturday (Nov 24), 11am
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Private, Picturesque & Productive with Visitor / Tourism DA Approval ‘Rosedale’, Dorrigo, NSW • 98.16ha* (242.5* acres) predominantly red basalt soils, 1* hour Coffs Harbour & 1 hour 45* minutes Armidale • 2,000mm* (80* inches) plus average rainfall p.a. plus multiple permanent springs & creek frontage • Quality pastures — carried 100 PTIC heifers through winter calving in August with no supplementary feeding • Council approval for 3 x single bedroom visitor / tourist units, one with foundations completed • Building entitlement & house site with power & established temperate gardens, sheds & cattle yards • Meticulously maintained & presented, ‘Rosedale’ is a unique property & opportunity which will not be repeated
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The Ultimate Glamping Getaway — 44.1ha* (109* Acres) Creek / Seclusion ‘The Falls’, 10min* Esk & 75min* Brisbane • 109ac* natural bushland & cliff faces • 1km* Esk Creek frontage + swimming holes • Glamping outbuildings, shed, toilet & shower
Auction Fri 14 Dec 10:30am (if not sold prior) Level 26, 111 Eagle St, Brisbane View By appointment only Wayne Jaenke 0438 231 634
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A Country Lifestyle at its Best in the Scenic Rim ‘Fassifern’, 36 Bliesner Road, Obum Obum, Qld • An oasis of calm and tranquillity • Be engulfed by the views and the breezes of this simple yet stunning homestead • Rooms open to long wide verandahs offering aspects across the entire 37.6ha* (93* acres) • The owners have relocated to Brisbane and require an immediate sale
Auction Friday 14 December 10:30am Level 26, 111 Eagle St, Brisbane Peter Douglas 0407 172 101 Rob Wildermuth 0428 222 687 Ray White Rural Queensland
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61ha* (150ac*) 2 FH titles — Undulating Terrain, Selectively Cleared ‘Lunatic Ridge’, Liston, NSW Maryland River frontage, swimming holes & waterfalls. 35min* Stanthorpe & Warwick, 2.5hr* Brisbane. Cottage & 2 large sheds.
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Historically 2 of the Mid-North Coast’s Best, Destocked & 500mm+ since July ‘The Meadows’ & ‘Riverview’, Raleigh NSW • ‘The Meadows’, 125.96ha* (311.1* acres) in 3 lots & neighbouring ‘Riverview’, 120.47ha* (297.6* acres) • Midway between Brisbane & Sydney, 5* minutes to the beach & 20* minutes Coffs Harbour • Historically improved pastures with deep, rich & fertile alluvial soils • Bitumen access, mains power & town water plus new fencing, multiple sheds & dairy complex • Federation style home (‘Riverview’), 2 bdm cottage & 2 building entitlements on 5* acre lots (‘The Meadows’) Some of the best value & reliable farmland in NSW suited to a variety of agricultural pursuits including beef, cropping or dairy.
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Auction Wed 12 Dec 2018 11am Cedar Bar, Bellingen (To be offered individually) Rory Birt 0403 913 527 Michael Jackson 0427 009 409 John O’Leary 0412 948 700 Lindsay Tutt 0403 232 109 *approx.
BREATHTAKING KANGAROO POINT
505/21 Pixley Street
This spacious 249m2 four bedroom residence captures an uninterrupted sweeping vista of the Brisbane River and city. The open plan living accentuates the views through floor-to-ceiling glass windows with a seamless interaction between indoor and outdoor living. This highly sought-after residence is only one of three in the building with just one neighbour on your floor. Conveniently located with the Thornton Street ferry on your doorstep and a rare three car accommodation. This opportunity is not to be missed!
4 BED 3 BATH 3 CAR +POOL +SAUNA
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STANDOUT NORMAN PARK
343/90 Wynnum Road
Designed by award-winning architects Cox Rayner, this incredibly quiet and private Norman Reach penthouse has amazing sweeping views that reach from the Brisbane River to the Story Bridge. Boasting soaring ceilings, designer fixtures and fittings, several spacious living areas and a convenient location close to reputable schools and a variety 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
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AUCTION Thurs 22 Nov at 6pm Place Bulimba, 140 Oxford Street, Bulimba
SIMON CAULFIELD 0437 935 912 COURTNEY MAGUIRE 0401 031 668 PLC-OP4701_BN_B
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56 Australia Court
Sprawled across a generous 827m2 lot of land in Newport and situated in arguably one of the best canal front positions, this gorgeously renovated, two storey residence comes complete with a 24 metre canal frontage and one of the largest private approved pontoons. With silver travertine marble tiles, vaulted ceilings and decorative cornices throughout, the stylish interior is just as impressive as the exterior. French doors lead out to the covered terrace, elegantly wrapping around to the rear of the residence.
4 BED 4 BATH 6 CAR +POOL +PONTOON
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COURTNEY MAGUIRE 0401 031 668 SIMON CAULFIELD 0437 935 912 PLC-OP4701_BN_C
RIVERHAVEN MOGGILL
3640 Moggill Road
Where rural tranquillity meets city convenience. This architecturally designed residence is positioned to capture spectacular views over the Brisbane River. Set upon 10 acres of riverfront land, this home is a true masterpiece featuring five bedrooms, an impressive master suite, four luxurious bathrooms, billiard and cinema room. Unique additions include an expansive entertaining area, wine cellar, lavish guest wing and 15m lap pool, this home is an entertainer’s paradise.
5 BED 4 BATH 10+ CAR +POOL
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DEB MAGUIRE 0427 246 279
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HILLTOP OCEAN VIEW
200 Ocean View Road
Gathered around a tall, central stone tower, four bedrooms, three living quarters and several entertaining areas come together in a classic, flowing layout, directly referencing an opulent European hillside chateau. The exterior of the home also features rolling green lawns, lovingly maintained garden paths and several paved courtyards framed by manicured hedges and vines. This property enjoys a removed position, still within easy reach of shops at Dayboro.
4 BED 4 BATH 7 CAR +POOL
FOR SALE INSPECT Sun 10 – 11am
MICHAEL HATZIFOTIS 0414 048 604
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MASTERWORK HIGHGATE HILL
22 Appel Street
Fully renovated, this generously sized family home features a stunning outdoor entertaining area complete with built-in barbeque, as well as an array of modern indoor additions. Inside, beautiful timber flooring flows throughout the living and dining areas, while the bedrooms are lavishly carpeted. Outfitted for the contemporary family, the kitchen includes an oversized marble island bench and crisp white cabinetry. With a total of four bedrooms and three bathrooms, this is the perfect home for any growing family.
4 BED 3 BATH 2 CAR +POOL
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MICHAEL HATZIFOTIS 0414 048 604
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French style awaits Positioned on 4ha of pristine land, this estate is reminiscent of a French country manor and offers sweeping views towards the ocean. Spanning over two levels, the floorplan is gathered around a tall, central stone tower and includes four bedrooms, multiple living areas and several outdoor entertaining areas across a classic, flowing layout, taking inspiration from an opulent European hillside chateau. The interior is an undeniable expression of traditional taste and formidable structure, according to listing agent Michael Hatzifotis, featuring stylish details including high ceilings, rich stonework, cast iron fireplaces and stained glass windows. At the centre of the home lies an openplan living area which also includes a stylish kitchen in the corner. Ideal for entertainers, the kitchen is fitted with earthy tiling along with ample bench space and storage. Outside, a stunning timber deck provides sweeping hinterland views and the beautiful resort-style pool below. The exterior of the home also features
established green lawns, well-maintained garden paths and several paved courtyards framed by manicured hedges and vines. A woodfired pizza oven completes the alfresco areas of the estate. Upstairs, the first floor of the tower boasts a spacious circular bedroom with access to a powder room and balcony. Three additional bedrooms complete the upper level. Additional features include ducted airconditioning, a five-car garage and an in-built sound system.
OCEAN VIEW 200 Ocean View Rd Land: 4ha Inspect: By appointment Agent: Michael Hatzifotis, Place Kangaroo Point; ph: 3153 1426 or 0414 048 604 For sale: By negotiation
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From its open plan spaces to the premium finishes, ever y inch of this magnificent home is designed for family interaction and a harmonious connection to the water.
4 BED 3+ BATH 2 CAR +POOL
• COMING SOON • 1ST TIME OFFERED 30 YEARS • APPROXIMATELY 7000 M2 • PRIVATE ELEVATED RIVER FRONT • C 1946 NESTLED IN AN EXCLUSIVE HILLTOP, IT ENJOYS A PERFECT DUE NORTH ASPECT WITH IDYLLIC RIVER VIEWS • SURROUNDED BY BEAUTIFULLY SCULPTURED LEVEL GARDENS , FRAMED BY MAJESTIC TREES • BOASTING APPROXIMATELY 7,000 M 2 OF PRIME ELEVATED LAND WITH 60 M OF ABSOLUTE RIVERFRONT •
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The Terrace C1933 A Grand Landmark Home
THE TERRACE C1933 - A GRAND LANDMARK HOME 2499M2
47 Hazelmere Pde, SHERWOOD
An architectural masterpiece, this one-of-a-kind property celebrates the meeting of two of the city´s most celebrated architects - the heritage-listed 1930s English-style residence by Charles Griffin and the breathtaking modern restoration and extension of formed concrete, glass and brick by Brisbane architectural luminary Shaun Lockyer. Sitting on 2499m2 of exclusive land, “The Terrace” includes championship floodlit tennis court, 18m inground pool, pavilion, multiple living and cellar. Located just 8km from the Brisbane CBD and close to restaurants, cafes, quality schools and Sherwood train station, secure this once-in-a-lifetime chance to make this magnificent home your very own.
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Grand design This colonial-style house has been the home of Keith and Alison Ross for more than two decades. But Alison will be the first to tell you that back then, it didn’t look like it does now. “We totally transformed it,” she says. “We did some landscaping, put in some gardens, and did the renovation about eight years ago.” However it will be having coffee or breakfast on the sweeping wraparound verandas that the couple will miss the most. Entry to the residence is via the front veranda and an impressive statement red door, which leads through to a hallway with polished wood floors and pressed metal ceilings. To the right is a lounge room with high ceilings, a fireplace and plantation shutters. The lounge room flows out to the entertainer’s veranda and pool. Also on this level of the property is a formal dining room with a chandelier and glass doors that open out to the backyard. The kitchen has black stone benchtops
and quality appliances. A powder room, cellar, laundry and office complete this level. Upstairs, there is a second living area with a kitchenette, family bathroom and another powder room. There are also three bedrooms, including one with its own ensuite and walk-in wardrobe. The main suite also comes with a walkin wardrobe and an ensuite with dual vanities and a deep bath.
ASCOT 37 Mayfield St Land: 1213sq m Inspect: By appointment Agent: Dwight Ferguson and Sophie Didcott, Ray White Ascot; ph: 3868 7500, 0412 385 720 (DF) or 0408 207 942 (SD) Price: $4.5 million
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FAMILY ESCAPE ON SPRAWLING RIVERFRONT BLOCK
287b Kenmore Rd, FIG TREE POCKET 5
Situated in a quiet position far back from the street on a huge 3265m2 riverfront block with an incredible 60m of frontage and subdividable land, this beautiful flood-free home secluded from neighbours is a rare opportunity to secure a premium property in one of Brisbane´s most sought after family suburbs. Featuring stunning pool, open plan living, modern kitchen, parents´ retreat, cellar and much more.
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Clayfield 32 Enderley Avenue Stylish And Contemporary Home This stunning architecturally designed home is both beautiful and inviting, both modern and elegant, featuring everything you´d expect from a luxurious home. The upper level has four bedrooms including an expansive parent’s retreat with dressing room, ensuite and private balcony. On the lower level, a private guest suite, and the open plan living has subtly defined areas. The floor plan is particularly impressive due to the dimensions of the 621sqm block of land - there´s a 23.5m frontage.
Offering both a quiet sanctuary for its owners and the perfect venue for entertaining family and friends, this superb home’s living and dining areas are spacious and light-filled. The outdoor pavilion overlooks the pool to make the most of Brisbane’s balmy climate, and is the perfect setting for relaxing. With its proximity to the CBD, and freeway access to the north and south coasts and the airport, this delightful home is sure to be snapped up quickly.
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Jermaine Jones 0430 153 259 Paddington 3369 0101 15 Latrobe Terrace, Paddington
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Paddington 50 Upper Cairns Terrace Iconic Home, Sweeping Views & Unrivalled Paddington Lifestyle. This landmark five-bedroom property was built circa 1887 and is situated on 853sqm of land with a sizable floor area of 488sqm is ideally located in one of Brisbane´s most desirable suburbs.
Enjoy all the benefits of this sought-after location, only minutes to the CBD, walking distance to shopping and dining precincts, and close to schools and public transport.
With its elegant floorplan designed over three levels, updating the property to a new contemporary finish whilst respecting the character values will certainly restore this property to its former glory as one of Paddington´s trophy homes.
Don´t miss out on securing this property on auction day. Iconic residences such as this one in Paddington are a rare find and the opportunity to enjoy the unrivalled lifestyle offered by this home should not be missed.
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Margo McLay 0475 065 822 Paddington 3369 0101 15 Latrobe Terrace, Paddington
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Riverfront living Located in the heritage-listed CSR Refinery building, this four-bedroom apartment makes the most of its position and river views to offer modern living with a historic accent. Occupying a corner position in the development, the apartment is in a soughtafter location. Ray White Albion marketing agent David Treloar says the CSR Refinery development has been rated by the Australian Financial Review as one of Australia’s top 10 most exclusive residential buildings. From the property’s entrance, stairs rise with the floorplan flowing into a spacious open-plan living, dining and kitchen area. Stone brick walls line this space, which comprises about a third of the property, while french oak parquetry timber floor further complements its appeal. A series of large portrait windows help to create a gallery feel with views to the river, as well as illuminating the space. A grand island bench is a focal point of the kitchen featuring white cabinets, stone benchtops, a breakfast bar, and quality appliances.
Next to the kitchen is a bar area, while from the dining area in front of the bar, sliding doors open to a Juliet balcony with river views. To the left of the apartment’s floorplan are the sleeping quarters located down a hallway. The main bedroom has a large walk-in wardrobe with a luxurious limestonefinished ensuite. There are two side-by-side carparking spaces, an intercom and lift access.
NEW FARM 2311/32 Refinery Pde Unit: 254sq m Inspect: By appointment Agent: David Treloar, Ray White Albion; ph: 3157 1841 or 0409 167 261 For sale: By negotiation
KANGAROO POINT 33/89 Thorn Street Private & Exclusive This architecturally designed subpenthouse boasts 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms PLUS separate study and powder room, opening up to reveal a vast and open floor plan with explosive city views that can be seen from all angles. Spanning the living room and kitchen are the panoramic floor to ceiling bi-fold doors leading to a spacious balcony over looking the Brisbane River and Story Bridge. With river breezes the unrivalled space is perfect for entertainment and relaxation.
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North East Aspect 231m2 Living + Parking + Storage Seamless indoor/ outdoor living Basement Storage and Lvl9 Storage All rooms with views and Balconies Extensive use of marble and Miele Side by Side Garaged Parking Pool, spa, tennis court, BBQ areas
Soren Andersen / Jim Fraser
Auction: 1st of December at 1pm Open Homes: Thursday 6:15 - 6:45pm Saturday 10-10:30am Kangaroo Point Real Estate 180 Main Street Kangaroo Point
0412 081 163 0422 239 303
NEW FARM 106 Villiers Street A Modern Masterpiece On offer is a truly magnificent fusion of an ultra modern three level residence with character facade. Being Perched on the highly desired New Farm side of Teneriffe Hill the property maximises full city
• Master bedroom with full city views, retreat area, en-suite and walk in robe • Open plan 3 level modern house with
views from multiple levels. This contemporary family home provides 5 bedrooms, a separate study,
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formal and informal living rooms. The entertainer´s kitchen features VZUG
• High end finishes throughout
appliances, commercial extraction, soft close cabinets and breakfast bar
• Ducted and zoned Daikin air conditioning
with ample storage. Adjoining is a fully equipped butler´s pantry with basin, 2
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integrated Miele dishwashers, walk in pantry and additional fridge space.
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Auction: December 8 2018 9am On Site Open Homes: Thursday 5:30 - 6pm Saturday 11 - 11.30am Kangaroo Point Real Estate 180 Main Street Kangaroo Point
Soren Andersen / Justin Smith
0412 081 163 0438 143 691
47 BRISBANE ST, ST LUCIA
FLOAT IN THE MAGNESIUM POOL BEFORE FRIENDS ARRIVE FOR COCKTAILS A sophisticated take on urban living, Saccharo has been thoughtfully designed for people who are fully engaged in St Lucia and surrounds. You can have your luxe apartment, close to what matters to you – shop locally, meet friends for dinner and walk to UQ, and never mow the lawn again. •
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OPEN TIME:
JARROD PERRY 0434 390 095
SATURDAY SUNDAY
PRICE:
APARTMENTS FROM
$790,000
SUB PENTHOUSES FROM
$1.75M
PENTHOUSES FROM
$1.95M
10:00 -11:00AM 10:00 -11:00AM
AUCTION
79 Windermere Road, HAMILTON
graceandkeenan.com.au
DEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL
INNER CITY OASIS WITH RIVER VIEWS
Toowong 28 Glen Road
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Blending distinctive, timeless design with spectacular river views, this OPEN HOME: residence with its “Palm Springs’ aesthetic, is tucked away in the heart of Toowong. Considered to be one of Brisbane’s most vibrant and liveable AUCTION ON SITE: inner-city suburbs thanks to its connection to the CBD and University of Queensland via numerous transport options including buses, trains, CityCat and the Bicentennial Bikeway. It is also located in proximity to Toowong Village Shopping Centre, restaurants, bars and academically elite schools. • Zoning HDR 2 (15 storey precinct) • 658m2 • Significant development potential stca • Flood free and elevated
carolinemunro.com.au
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Caroline Munro 0407 121 329 caroline@carolinemunro.com.au
brisbane’s new green haven
5 leaf envirodevelopment rating
Renovaré Yeronga is a stunning eco-friendly development encompassing five architecturally inspired buildings. This 1.6 hectare oasis that you’ll get to call home organically connects with the beautiful surrounding parkland. Renovaré has achieved a five leaf rating of sustainability which highlights the features and positive impact on the environment and community.
1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Apartments - now complete Book your appointment today - renovare.youcanbook.me
Annie Hayes
0402 859 467
172 Venner Rd, Yeronga RENOVAREYERONGA.COM.AU
Sales Office Open: Wednesday 10:30am - 12pm | Friday 1pm - 2:30pm | Saturday 1pm - 3pm
Unbeatable Position with Immaculate Style Nestled in a discrete residential enclave this elevated and elegant tri level home creates an ideal executive retreat. Central kitchen with Miele appliances, and travertine stone island connects informal open-plan living areas that open out to fully fitted entertaining area with sparkling pool and lush lawn. Positioned adjacent to the University of Queensland and surrounded by restaurants, cafes, Ironside State School, riverside walks and parklands this is St Lucia’s best kept secret. For more information: www.dixonfamily.net.au
Purchase Millions Below Replacement Cost Positioned on an elevated 2,039m2 allotment at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac with stunning North-East views towards the City. With an extensive list of resort style features including tennis & squash court, gym, sauna, theatre and wine cellar. No expense has been spared in the construction of this home with an estimated replacement cost of $5.5m. Only 10km to the CBD and private schooling, 4km to Chermside Shopping Centre and 3km to Prince Charles Hospital. For more information: www.6autrycourt.com
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St Lucia | 12 Mervyn Grove Auction on Site | Saturday 24 November 11:00am Inspect | Thursday 5:15pm - 6:00pm Saturday 10:30am - Half Hour Prior to Auction Patrick Dixon Jack Dixon 0414 817 817 0408 756 694
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Stafford Heights | 6 Autry Court Price | Offers over $3m Inspect | By Appointment Jack Dixon 0408 756 694
John Fredericks 0408 006 882
75 Woodstock Road Toowong
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Auction 24th November @ 2pm, on-site Open for inspection Thu 6 – 6.30pm & Sat 1.30 – 2pm 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
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Classic charm Built in 1928, this elegant property mixes old charm with modern luxuries. It features a large 30m street frontage and exudes the feel of a classic Queenslander. Entry is from the upper level, where double doors open to a foyer and adjacent light-filled sunroom. Floor-to-ceiling VJ walls and timber flooring complement the open-plan layout. To the right, a living room adjoins a dining room with window seats under leadlight windows. Completing the living hub is an integrated family area and kitchen. The kitchen has a timber interior and benchtops, while a sliding bi-fold window connects a benchtop to the veranda. There are four bedrooms on the level, including the main which features an ensuite. Each of the bedrooms has timber flooring and built-in wardrobes. The second bedroom leads to another sunroom and study room. Interior details include high ornate ceilings, modern fixtures, leadlight windows and VJ walls. Whitetoned walls feature in the bedrooms and living areas.
Outside, the property has an established garden with trees and shrubs. The focal point is an in-ground pool with brick-paved edging. An overarching jacaranda with tree swing completes the picture. Also outside is a cubby house. The property further features a lower level complete with ample storage areas, laundry, workshop and double carport. Separate from the residence is a two-room studio.
CHELMER 49 Laurel Ave Land: 1629sq m Inspect: By appointment Agent: Ann-Karyn Fraser, Place New Farm; ph: 3107 5111 or 0419 708 094 Auction: 140 Oxford St, Bulimba, Thursday (Nov 22), from 6pm
100 Longman Terrace, Chelmer
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AUCTION
Set admist manicured gardens, this home has been architecturally designed and beautifully executed to provide a luxurious lifestyle. The established residence boasts classic architecture and quality finishes throughout. Sitting on an elevated 1214m2 allotment and spread over one level, this residence has over 321m2 of living space. With generous spaces inside and out, this home provides multiple living areas to ensure family harmony. Features include: • 5 spacious bedrooms (one currently used as an office) • 3 bathrooms and powder room • 2 car garage and multiple off street parking • Entertainment area with inground saltwater pool • Open living spaces with 3m ceiling heights • Less than 7km to Brisbane CBD
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Inspections by Appointment Russell Gregory 0414 250 132
Carolyn Dodgson 0418 740 449
Poulsen Property E: russell.gregory@poulsenproperty.com.au E: carolyn.dodgson@poulsenproperty.com.au
RED HILL 15 Edith Terrace
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A RARE OPPORTUNITY - INNER CITY FAMILY HOME 810M2 Positioned in the prestigious family heartland of inner city Brisbane, this circa 1930’s grand Queenslander epitomises the character and history of early Brisbane architecture. • 810m2 block covering 2 subdivisions • 2 expansive levels opening onto 3 covered decks
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View Wednesday 21 November 5 - 5:30pm Saturday 24 November 11 - 11:40am Auction On Site Saturday 8 December at 10am Elizabeth Wright 0416 061 314 Caroline Brown 0409 544 020
belleproperty.com/20P3627
BRAND NEW, LUXURY APARTMENTS & TOWN HOMES FEW REMAIN - NOW OPEN FOR INSPECTION! 14 Exclusive Residences at 46 Cadell St, Auchenflower OPEN HOME 11AM - 12PM SAT & SUN, 6PM - 6.30PM THURS OR BY APPT 7 DAYS
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29 Anthony Street, Hamilton Open for Inspection: Saturday 17 November 11.00 - 11.30am Auction on-site: Saturday 8 December
Incomparable luxury and design in Hamilton Elevated in one of Hamilton’s best streets, this architecturally designed contemporary residence is perfect for the modern and growing family. Expansive in scale, this home boasts spacious bedrooms, multiple living and entertainment areas throughout, plus a media room and private study. The state of the art kitchen features a butler’s pantry and spectacular views of the pool and alfresco dining area, perfect for keeping an eye on the children while cooking or entertaining friends.
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The beautiful master bedroom sets a new benchmark in luxury with an opulent ensuite boasting double basins and shower-heads as well as a spacious walk in robe to cater for the most avid shopper’s needs. Additional features include: • Ascot school catchment • Fully ducted and zoned air conditioning plus fans throughout • Six bedrooms featuring walk in robes • 380 sqm of living space on a 610sqm block • Salt-water pool with viewing window
• Double lock up garage plus storage room • Spacious, north facing alfresco area with outdoor kitchen • Low maintenance landscape design This is one of the finest properties on the market, it won’t last long. Offers will be considered prior to auction. Call today to inspect.
Karuna Dimelow 07 3828 2088 0407 027 380 karuna@coronis.com.au
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
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source of funding. Gently suggest that they stand on their own financial feet. You’ll be amazed at what tough love can do.
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Mercury retrograde is asking you to slow down, which is probably welcome news. If you can’t come to a complete halt, try 16 17 18 19 20 Mister (5)the flow; you may be surprised to go with at who’s strolling along beside you. Life be quieter than usual, but you’re not 26 Prolonged applause (7) may CAPRICORN robbed of your magnetism. It may not be 21 22 23 24 27 Word of same (7)instant love, but deep friendship. (December 22 – January 20)meaning an It’s 28 a busyEntourage week at work, but remember (7) to look after yourself as well. Whatever CANCER happens, you have little trouble winning (June 22 – July 22) Down over a new audience. Being in the right If you haven’t already made changes, this 25 26 place and Rational making the right week twists your arm to do so. Watch for 1 (7) contacts works in your favour but if the pressure an opportunity to broaden your 2 Significance (7) Out gets you down, consider a change. imagination. 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