We’re partnering with Jamala Wildlife Lodge to give away one night’s accommodation in a luxurious Giraffe Treehouse for two adults, valued at $2,725 and redeemable within 12 months of issue.
It takes a lot to leave our team truly speechless, but this week’s Cover Story has done it. Prepare to be wowed by Willowmere, a one-of-a-kind luxury estate in Wallaroo, just 20 minutes from Canberra. Spanning 80 hectares with over a kilometre of Murrumbidgee River frontage, this is a manor built for hosting grand parties. We’re talking rooms for a long guest list, every leisure activity catered for, and an outdoor entertainment space straight out of Tuscany. Already operating as a boutique short-stay and events destination, it presents a rare turnkey opportunity. With stunning grounds, orchards and even a private runway, Willowmere redefines what a lifestyle property can be.
Sustainability to the fore
Old meets new in the heart of leafy O’Connor. Award-winning architect Rob Henry has reimagined the original cottage at 5 Moorhouse Street, expanding out and up to create an elegant four-bedroom home that plays beautifully with space and light.
A towering Chinese elm beckons you inside, where you’ll find a rich palette of warm timbers, exposed brickwork and dark concrete. Natural greens are a feature throughout, from the cascading eucalyptus-toned tiles in the kitchen to the bold forest-green carpet in the main-bedroom suite.
Sustainability is at the forefront, from the solar-passive design for maximum thermal efficiency to the comprehensive Earthwool insulation, triple-glazed windows, Velux solar-powered skylights and a 2500-litre rainwater tank.
The home’s striking fusion of heritage and contemporary design sets a new benchmark in contemporary living, says agent Sophie Luton of Luton Properties Manuka. The auction on November 22 has a price guide of $2.8 million-plus. Lucy Jones
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Whitlam
36 Maggie Scott Terrace
$1.25 million+
4 3 2 EER 4
Private sale
Agent: Altair Property, Rahul Mehta 0449 820 713
Be part of Canberra’s newest suburb, Whitlam, in this luxurious home. Just a short walk from the planned shops and school, it offers spacious family living across almost 200 square metres. The main bedroom is a relaxing retreat with three-metre-high ceilings, views of the Brindabellas and a spa-style en suite with a rain shower. The high-spec kitchen, featuring stone benchtops, bespoke black joinery, Bosch appliances and a walk-in pantry, is one of a kind.
Evatt
10 Willis Street
$950,000+ 3 2 2 EER 4
Auction: 12.30pm, November 25
Agent: Suburbia, Mark Larmer and Aaron Lewis 0403 215 246
Flexibility, flow and fun are the hallmarks of this immaculate Evatt property, which has been extensively updated over the years. Enter through the bright lounge area into the stylish galley-style kitchen, and out onto a large covered deck surrounded by high hedges and landscaped gardens. The separate 24-square-metre studio makes a perfect teen retreat or workspace, and the sellers will even throw in the outdoor play equipment for free.
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Moncrieff
27/20 Bernard Heinze Avenue
$699,000+
3 2 2 EER 5.5
Auction: 10am, November 15
Agent: Momentum Property, Nick Paine 0498 634 971 Forde 17 Blizzard Circuit
$1.3 million+
5 4 2 EER 5.5
Auction: 10.30am, November 15
Agent: Archer Canberra, Alex Wang 0402 169 387
scheduled auctions last weekend
Throsby
20 Pademelon Street
$1.11 million+ 4 3 2 EER 5
Private sale
Agent: Hive Property, Michael Morris 0419 888 627
You’ll think you’re seeing double when you step into this contemporary house. Spread across two levels are two main-bedroom suites with en suites and walk-in wardrobes, two living areas, a separate study or workspace for two, plus a two-car garage.
A striking facade blends natural tones and textures, and a northerly aspect brings in sunlight year-round. It has a covered deck that runs the full width of the back, perfect for entertaining.
Kingston 211/2 Kerridge Street
$785,000+ 2 2 2 EER 6
Private sale
Agent: Someday Property, James Scott 0448 632 473
Surrounded by cafes, restaurants and green spaces, and with Lake Burley Griffin sparkling just beyond your balcony, this is Kingston Foreshore living at its finest. Expansive windows and 2.7-metre ceilings make for a light and airy space, set off by the warm tones of timber flooring, stone benchtops and eye-catching subway tiles. A spacious walk-in wardrobe in the main bedroom, ample storage and a study nook will appeal to organised apartment dwellers.
Words by Lisa Marie Corso
All revved up, the market is accelerating at full speed
The nation’s house and unit prices are climbing at a record pace and showing no signs of stopping.
Australia’s house prices are rising at their fastest rate in four years, with Brisbane overtaking Melbourne as the nation’s second-most expensive city and Sydney prices hitting a jaw-dropping $1.75 million median. All eight capitals posted another quarter of house price gains, according
to the Domain House Price Report for the September quarter, with Sydney and Melbourne spearheading the turnaround in momentum.
Sydney house prices jumped by $58,148 (3.4 per cent) in just 90 days, their fastest quarterly growth in more than two years.
For the first time, Brisbane has become Australia’s second-mostexpensive capital city. The Queensland capital is still reeling from its longest upswing in 21 years, its 11th consecutive quarter of growth and its newly minted median house price of $1.1 million.
House prices hit new highs Melbourne is re-accelerating at full speed, hitting its highest levels in 3½ years with a $1.083 million median. The Victorian capital city is on track to surpass its October 2021 peak, with a little under $10,000 standing in the way.
In the west, Perth is inching towards a median house price of $1 million, with a gap of less than $19,000. It’s expected to spill over before the end of the year.
Domain chief of research and economics Dr Nicola Powell predicts that Sydney’s intimidating record-high of $1.75 million will reach $2 million by 2027.
“It only needs a 14.2 per cent increase, which is about $250,000, to take it to $2 million – and it’s a real prospect for 2027,” she says.
Sydney’s $1.75 million median house price remains $650,000 ahead of Brisbane’s $1.1 million, but the latter closes the gap between the two cities when it comes to unit prices, with just $124,000 between the two.
Canberra and Hobart house prices have hit their highest levels since 2022. Canberra’s $1.1 million median price trails just behind Brisbane’s and places it as the nation’s third-most-expensive capital city. Hobart’s median jumped by 4.7 per cent ($33,150) to $744,926 in the September quarter.
After joining the million-dollar club for the first time in the June quarter, Adelaide continues to surge, with its median house price jumping by $32,807 to $1.049 million in the September quarter.
Darwin house prices recorded the strongest quarterly gain across all capital cities with a 5.3 per cent boost. Its median now sits at $656,858 – the highest in almost a decade.
In the run to the end of the year, Powell predicts property prices across the nation will continue to accelerate.
“Three RBA rate cuts this year, rising consumer confidence, low levels of supply and the strongest auction clearance rates in over two years are driving house and unit price growth across Australia’s capitals,” she says.
“With the [expanded] Australian Government 5% Deposit Scheme now underway, we expect this momentum to accelerate further into the final quarter of the year, supporting both houses and units as buyers chase better value in a competitive market.”
The strong quarterly gains across the nation can also be attributed to fewer property listings, which are boosting competition among buyers, says Westpac senior economist Matthew Hassan.
“It’s a very tight market at the moment,” he says. “If we just look at listings, we’ve got just over 60,000 properties on the market across the five major capital cities – that’s about two months of turnover. Normally, we’d have three to four months of stock available.
“That’s telling us that ... buyers have responded more quickly than sellers. The market’s a little bit caught short around the supply side, and so we’ve got a bit of a squeeze at the moment.”
Units catch up
While house prices are still leading the charge, unit prices in every capital city except Canberra recorded positive gains in the quarter.
Unit price growth outpaced houses in Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth and Darwin, driven by affordability pressures, with buyers zeroing in on units, Powell says.
Darwin actually yielded the strongest quarterly growth with a whopping 6.5 per cent ($23,546), taking its median to an eight-year high of $388,504.
“You have a sector of buyers now priced out of purchasing a house and steered towards units because of affordability,” Powell says. “This leads to a structural change and boost in unit prices.”
Brisbane: The Queensland capital is now the nation’s second-most expensive city.
“The market’s a little bit caught short around the supply side, and so we’ve got a bit of a squeeze at the moment.” Matthew Hassan
Melbourne and Canberra: House prices have continued to surge over the last quarter for both cities.
PRD Real Estate chief economist Dr Diaswati Mardiasmo says she isn’t surprised to see Brisbane topple Canberra and Melbourne, and attributes Brisbane’s price gains to lower supply levels and population growth.
“If I look at the number of apartments that have been approved in Melbourne, it’s literally double the amount of Brisbane,” she says.
“We are also still getting a high population growth that is coming off the back of that COVID time and international students coming back –and more and more people choosing to live in Queensland.”
Brisbane’s connectivity and liveability are attracting residents from outer suburbs who are moving closer to the
city, particularly to medium to highdensity areas along the river, says Paul Curtain, managing director of Place Real Estate in south-east Queensland.
Curtain has observed increased demand in many areas, including Kangaroo Point, greater New Farm, Teneriffe, Newstead, Hamilton Harbour, Bulimba and Auchenflower.
“People are looking at those medium to high-density parts of Brisbane because they’re on the river, they have the best infrastructure when it comes to rail, bus or ferry, and they have the greatest infrastructure when it comes to lifestyle like sport, restaurants, bars and cinemas,” he says.
“If you’re selling a house in the suburbs and you want to come into one of those lifestyle nodes, then vertical construction becomes your reality.
“When you see a resale, it’s well chased because supply is ultimately less than where ... demand is [for units].”
Median house prices
Median unit prices
Source: Domain, powered by APM. Domain House Price Report
Sydney: House prices in the NSW capital have jumped 3.4 per cent in the past 90 days, which is their fastest quarterly growth in more than two years.
Words by Emily Power
Epic grandeur on the Murrumbidgee River
Elegance meets unrivalled views at Willowmere, a once-in-alifetime property perched on 80 hectares of private riverfront.
The magic of Willowmere is in its marriage of stately design and privileged location.
The landmark manor is unique in the Canberra region for its blue-ribbon position on the Murrumbidgee River, looking out to the Brindabella Range. Here, glorious sunrises, kangaroos and birdsong are an everyday experience.
The high-end build was influenced by the elegance and warmth of Spanish and Italian villas, and beautifully illustrated by the Tuscan-style swimming pool. Just like the great mountain homes in Europe, Willowmere romances its location by framing the views.
On entry, prospective buyers are greeted by a vista that is unrepeatable.
“When you walk through the front door, there’s a huge, single-pane window that looks directly over the gully and
towards about 1.2 kilometres of private river frontage, which is something I’ve never seen before,” says agent Josh Morrissey of Hive Property. “I picked my jaw up off the floor.”
The property is only 20 minutes from the heart of Canberra, but provides an experience that would ordinarily require a 20-hour flight.
“When you’re down on the river and you look back, you get lost for a minute and think that you’re somewhere in the Italian mountains,” Morrissey says.
Prestigious Willowmere, built in 1993 on 80.2 hectares of land, is the awardwinning product of builder George Opaczynski and architect Derek Green. Every imaginable asset is included in the 1750 square metres of internal space, which includes a 100-square-metre, twobedroom cottage.
Signature blend: Mid-Victorian, Romanesque, Regency, modern Australian and classic American architecture define the interiors, creating a sense of grandeur at every turn.
Perfectly blended touches of midVictorian, Romanesque, Regency, modern Australian and classic American architecture combine with decorative cornices, marble columns and handsome fireplaces to create a signature grandeur.
The seven-bedroom main house is bathed in light. Its ample living areas are crowned by high ceilings and connected to 1000 square metres of terraces and gardens that sit in a verdant landscape.
“A nod to old-world heritage with modern proportions comes to mind,” Morrissey says.
All of the bedrooms face north and have balconies or terraces. The magnificent layout features a library, a conservatory-style dining area, an enormous lounge room with stunning views, a games room, an office, a sauna, a Japanese steam room, a gym and health spa, and a speakeasy bar with a 4000-bottle wine cellar.
The estate is set up for a commercial enterprise. A chandelier-lit, 500-squaremetre marquee is a special place for celebrations, and it also features facilities for breeding cattle and agisting horses. The cottage is ideal for short-term guests or wedding parties.
“Nothing else has ever been on the market with this level of amenity, size, location and lifestyle.” Josh Morrissey
The home is a showstopper, but the 1.2 kilometres of usable, flat riverfront is also compelling. Willowmere is the only address in the region with this attribute, Morrissey says.
“It’s nearly impossible to put a price on because it’s never been available,” he says. “It is the only 80-hectare plot of land where you can get this type of private lifestyle.”
Prospective buyers with interstate business interests or a passion for aviation will note the sealed runway and aeroplane hangar with offices, which can be leased.
“You can fly in and fly out,” Morrissey says. “A property with its own private landing strip is rare.”
The new owner will be kept busy on the tennis court, at the horse stables and riding arena, or on the sports field, which is comparable in size to Manuka Oval. A two-hectare truffle paddock is planted with 200 English oak trees, and rose arbours, orchards and vegetable gardens abound.
All of this is nourished not only by the Murrumbidgee, but also by five dams, a bore and four colossal tanks.
The scope and scale of the property create a once-in-a-lifetime offering.
“Nothing else has ever been on the market with this level of amenity, size, location and lifestyle,” Morrissey says.
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Amenities abound: The 80.2-hectare estate features gardens, orchards, a two-hectare truffle paddock, tennis court, horse stables, aeroplane hangar and a sports field.
Words by Sue Williams
Risk and reward: Vineyards can be beguiling lifestyle assets and yield strong returns, but such alternative investments come with risks.
The lure of lifestyle-led ventures
From hotels to wildlife sanctuaries, alternative investments can deliver impressive returns – and a life less ordinary.
There are plenty of alternative investment opportunities beyond residential and regular commercial properties, and many may yield good returns while also being beguiling lifestyle assets. None, however, is without risk.
Investing in a vineyard, for example, may be a classy aside to a lifelong interest, as well as potentially offering a tree change, but who pays the price when a vintage doesn’t turn out so well, a harvest fails, or there are droughts or floods?
“It might not be profitable, but it could be a lifestyle asset,” says Vanessa Rader, head of research at Ray White.
“Like with hobby farms, we’re seeing good levels of growth for landholdings with good access to major centres, so it could be considered land banking for the future or a way to keep generational assets.”
A more left-of-centre idea that could prove both lucrative and worthwhile is investing in a tourist attraction, like a wildlife park.
Commercial property specialist Helen Tarrant, of buyers’ agency Unikorn Commercial Property, is currently working on an investment in Australian Wildlife Parks, which owns three parks in NSW: Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park, Mogo Wildlife Park on the South Coast, and the Hunter Valley Wildlife Park.
“The land components are underutilised and could be developable for glamping or hotels or other leisure activities, so there are opportunities to value-add in the future,” Tarrant says.
“Typically, the net cash flow returns would be 9 to 12 per cent a year for investors. On average, that’s 3 per cent higher than the usual commercial
property, and triple the return on residential property.
“It’s just generally an alternative asset that’s not very well known in the market.”
Banks typically would lend only 50 per cent on that type of investment, so it can be expensive and is generally done as part of a group or syndicate. An advantage is
that there are two clear income streams – from rent paid on the land and income from the operation itself.
However, Tarrant advises steering clear of more seasonal assets from which it is harder to derive extra income, like marinas. “Often the only extra they have is the sale of ice,” she says.
Hotels can be a good investment, though – either a luxury boutique hotel, or buying into a syndicate for a larger operation.
Urban Property Australia managing director Sam Tamblyn particularly favours this idea.
“There’s a good tourist rebound postCOVID which has turbocharged road trips across the country, particularly around the eastern seaboard,” he says.
“Then there are the new aircraft routes and more flights coming in from around the world.
“Tourism has a very bright future, particularly leading into the Brisbane Olympics in 2032, and some hotel funds were hard-hit by COVID and are selling.”
Rader also suggests old motels that can be owner-run and refurbished for value-add – a trend that sparked after the pandemic.
“A lot of them were bought and renovated to a higher standard, [taking] advantage of driving holidays, and of people wanting to take their pets with them on holiday,” she says.
Words by Jil Hogan
Rebuilt for the modern family
From its elevated perch on Parkhill Street, this house quietly resets the standard for Pearce. Rebuilt from the ground up in 2024, the five-bedroom residence delivers family luxury in one of Woden’s most established suburbs.
On a 969-square-metre block, the home blends mid-century inspiration with modern design and craftsmanship. From the moment the oversized pivot door swings open, the attention to detail is undeniable. Sunlight moves through high ceilings and warm blackbutt
flooring, while layers of glass frame views of the pool and Mount Taylor beyond.
The kitchen sits confidently at the centre – a statement of form and function with stone benchtops, smoked mirrored splashbacks and concealed LED lighting. Every detail is deliberate, from the integrated Fisher & Paykel appliances and Billi tap to the walk-in pantry, sink with a veggie sprayer and hidden charging points.
The flow outdoors is effortless, with a heated pool, frameless glass fencing
Jonathan Charles Independent Property Group South
“This property is an amazing, private oasis that makes it feel like you are coming home to a resort every single day.”
and a fully equipped outdoor kitchen creating a private resort atmosphere.
Accommodation is equally impressive, with five king-sized bedrooms – four with en suites – and a main-bedroom suite that takes in treetop views from its own private retreat. Every bathroom boasts programmable heated floors.
Downstairs, the triple garage, rumpus room, and workshop provide ample space, while a 13.35-kilowatt solar system, Tesla charger and full double glazing make luxury sustainable.
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Next to Mount Taylor Nature Reserve, Pearce delivers easy access to nature and a short drive to Woden. At its centre, Rama’s Fiji Indian Restaurant has been a Canberra institution for decades. What the agent says
RINSE REPEAT Hommey’s signature use of stripes has been reimagined in its new bathing collection, Oasis. The robes, bath towels and more are made from pure Australian cotton. The colours draw inspiration from nature, where sun-warmed stone meets the water’s edge. gethommey.com.au
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CHEESE PLEASE Saarde’s new range of resin homewares blurs the line between art and function. The collection of six products includes the standout Cheese Platter. Reminiscent of an artist’s palette, its eye-catching, swirling surface is available in Dark Jade, Earth, Iced Coffee, Shell and Smoke. saarde.com
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LIGHT IT UP Home accessories label Cillie (pronounced “silly”) has expanded from premium wool throws to candles. The Skivvy Scented Candle is designed to look as good as it smells, featuring a spherical candle housed in a sculptural glass vessel inspired by the soft, warming folds of a funnel-neck skivvy. cillie.com.au
too short for boring homewares, so inject playful energy into your home.
SPARK JOY Ka Ra Studio believes furniture should bring joy, warmth and personality into the spaces we inhabit. Enter its Table With Shoes – an animated blackwood and shining gum side table that brings a sense of movement and playful energy into the home. Every table is handmade to order in Melbourne. ka-ra.studio
3 Hodgkinson Street, Grifth .
Crafed for Connoisseurs of Life
Commanding a premier positon within sought-afer Grifth, this exceptonal residence is a triumph of architectural vision and crafsmanship. Designed to impress at every turn, it blends bold contemporary design with tmeless elegance, ofering a sanctuary of space, light and refned luxury.
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14 Hann Street, Grifth .
Peter Byfeld Elegance
In a prime Inner South locaton, tucked under the majestc Chinese Elms, this stunning contemporary town residence, designed by Peter Byfeld, combines architectural elegance with efortless comfort and an enviable garden setng.
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9 J ohnston Street, Narrabundah .
Light-fooded Architect Designed Home
Under a canopy of mature Manchurian Pear trees and adjacent to a newly redesigned family park, 9 Johnston Street ofers a beautfully balanced blend of classic Narrabundah charm and sophistcated modern living. This versatle residence enjoys a sunny north-easterly rear aspect, flling the main living and kitchen zones with glorious natural light throughout the day.
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A Home Built Around Light.
Impeccably updated to refect tmeless elegance and quality, this generously proportoned townhouse is nestled within a tghtly held boutque development. With an uplifing sense of space, abundant natural light, and seamless integraton between indoor and outdoor living, this home is designed for efortless entertaining and serene dayto-day living.
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Welcome to 3 Seekamp Street, a stunning four-bedroom, two-bathroom family home designed with modern comfort and everyday practicality in mind. Perfectly positioned in the sought-after suburb of Denman Prospect, this home blends contemporary style with family-friendly living - the ideal place to create lifelong memories.
Step inside and be greeted by a warm, open-plan design that effortlessly combines the living, dining, and kitchen areas. The modern family kitchen is the heart of the home, complete with sleek cooking appliances, quality finishes, and a butler's pantry for added convenience - perfect for busy mornings and family gatherings alike. The adjoining open-plan living and dining space invites connection, whilst two separate living areas offer
Located in the heart of Denman Prospect, these two brand-new, separate-title town residences offer the perfect combination of style, space, and scenery. Each twostorey home spans 217 square metres (including garage) and boasts uninterrupted views over the rolling hills of Stromlo Forest. EER 7.0 Display Suite
Discover a rare opportunity to secure one of these brand-new, separate-title town residences in one of Canberra's most desirable new suburbs. Perfectly positioned in the heart of Denman Prospect, these stylish two-storey homes combine generous space, premium finishes, and stunning views over Stromlo Forest. EER 8.0 Display Suite
SEEKAMP STREET DENMAN PROSPECT
22 SEEKAMP ST DENMAN PROSPECT
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Perfectly positioned within the boutique 'Bellevue Terrace' complex, this inviting one-bedroom residence offers the ideal blend of comfort, convenience, and contemporary living. Designed for those who value style and simplicity, it's an excellent choice for first home buyers, downsizers, or investors seeking a quality long-term option. EER 0.5 New Listing
For Sale $310,000
Agent Luke Revet 0418 101 213 Office Manuka 02 62952433
Meticulously designed and thoughtfully extended, this substantial family residence offers a rare combination of space, privacy and lifestyle. With sunlit interiors, expansive entertaining areas and direct access to Rocky Knob Park, it presents a perfect turn-key opportunity within one of Narrabundah's most desirable pockets. EER 1.5 New Listing
Discover the perfect blend of space, light, and tranquility in this beautifully presented home, nestled within a tightly held complex renowned for its stunning, meticulously maintained gardens. Set in a peaceful and private community backing directly onto the golf course, this property offers a rare lifestyle of serenity and scenic beauty. EER 5.0 New Listing
Established in the early 1950s and set amidst flourishing, meticulously landscaped grounds spanning approximately 1200sqm, this elegant residence is gracefully positioned along one of Turner's most tightly held streets. A true testament to timeless character, preserved with care and thoughtfully reimagined over the decades. EER 2.5 New Listing
Bill Lyristakis0418626593 or Simon Richards 0424688553
GLENEAGLES 13 Apperly Close
AUCTION Sat 6/12/2025, 11am onsite
VIEWING Sat 15/11/2025, 10-10.40am Sun 16/11/2025, 10-10.40am Tues 18/11/2025, 6.30-7pm
CONTACT
Michael Potter 0413 830 598
Rick Jordan 0417 664 334
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WOW! This family retreat is an absolute standout, a beacon of quality craftsmanship and a design that illuminates a friendly neighbourhood with its grand street presence and striking, manicured gardens.
A resort that has been curated for the larger family that seamlessly blends indoor comfort with outdoor charm. Boasting a plethora of generous living areas, unique features, stylish statements and an ‘everything in its place’ interior.
An entertainers paradise is set amidst a striking garden oasis with sparkling inground pool and an expansive deck and pavilion, the perfect setting for grand occasions and quiet, everyday moments. SIMPLY THE BEST! EER 3
KAMBAH 21 Lee-Steere Crescent
PRICE GUIDE Offers above $1,075,000 VIEWING Sat 15/11/2025, 11.10-11.50am Sun 16/11/2025, 11.10-11.50am Mon 17/11/2025, 5.30-6pm CONTACT Michael Potter 0413 830 598
Rick Jordan 0417 664 334
A delightful, single level upsizer perched behind a picturesque garden setting in the leafy elevation of Lee-Steere Crescent.
An impressively scaled layout offers the perfect blend of space and privacy combined with a seamless flow for everyday comfort and family connection. Highlights include generous lounge, dining and family rooms, renovated kitchen and bathrooms.
A private, covered deck to the rear offers panoramic views of the Brindabellas and is the perfect setting for relaxed family gatherings and those precious moments to savour a little ‘me time’. EER 0.5
11 Bass Gardens Griffith
Exclusive Tranquil Living in Prime Inner South Location
A labour of love created without compromise, this remarkable Bass Gardens residence represents the meeting of two architectural minds across eras, resulting in one of Canberra’s most distinctive and refined homes. Perfectly positioned in one of Griffith’s most desirable addresses, this residence enjoys an exclusive elevated location with panoramic views towards Mount Ainslie and Majura. The surrounding gardens are private and low-maintenance, with a resort-style pool and spa complementing the home’s effortless indoor-outdoor connection.
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Words by Jil Hogan
$1.75 million
Private sale
Agent: My Agent Team, Anna McInerney 0410 485 568
In Barlings Beach Estate, this Hamptonsstyle home blends coastal calm with refined design. Oak hybrid floors and high ceilings frame an open-plan living area that flows seamlessly to a covered al fresco space, while the Smeg kitchen and butler’s pantry elevate everyday dining. The home has a bush backdrop and is just minutes from the surf.
9 Harrow Lane
$2.2 million-$2.4 million
Agent: Yass Valley Property, Karen Lawler 0498 113 327 Tomakin 10 Reflections Place
Private sale
Whether you’re an equine enthusiast or just a growing family, this property is the stuff that tree-change dreams are made of. Just minutes from Yass, the home overlooks the Yass River and features burnished concrete floors and designer inclusions throughout. Outside is a heated pool, multiple entertaining areas, extensive shedding and horse facilities.
Character, Comfort and Charm in the Heart of Yass
‘Sanctuary’, 31 Church Street, Yass, NSW
• Character-filled circa 1920s 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom home
• 350m* (6min* walk) Yass Post Office, 59.6km* (54min* drive) Canberra and 800m* (6min* walk) Yass River Park
• AEG appliances, hickory hardwood floors, hydronic heating, air con, gas fire and double-glazed windows
• Easy-care gardens, auto irrigation, pizza oven and water tanks
• C.1911 homestead (renovated), established lawns & gardens, tennis court, pool, studio / office with river views
• Pisé construction, large underground cellar, 4 large bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 12ft ceilings & wide verandahs
• 2 bores, 200,000L+ rainwater storage, 8,000L cement tank, 4 troughs, historic orchard + 100 year old palms Formerly part of ‘Kimo Estate’, now offered as the family turns the page to a new chapter.
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Move-In Ready Home with Exciting Subdivision Opportunity
‘Four Points Farm’, Yass River, NSW
• 83.72ha* (206.9* acres) only 25mins* to Yass, 1hr* to Canberra and 3hrs* to Sydney
• Modern 3 bedroom home built in 2023 (130m2*) with solar power and gas cooking
• Brand-new septic system, 2 machinery sheds and new Waratah boundary fencing
• Estimated annual rainfall 650mm* with 5 dams and Johnny’s Creek frontage
• Zoned RU1 Primary Production with potential 2 lot subdivision (STCA)
• Family owned for 60+ years, prime location only 10min* to Yass, 1hr* Canberra & 3hrs* Sydney
• ‘Cottage Farm’ — 80.47ha* (198.85ac*), secure water w/ 5 dams, dual creek frontage including Blakney Creek & natural springs, well-fenced into 6 paddocks, woolshed, 3 bay m/shed, 30t & 15t silos, sheep yards + cattle yards
• ‘Rossmere’ — 74.14ha* (183.21ac*), secure water w/ 4 dams, creek frontage + natural springs, well-fenced into 5 paddocks, newly built 12mx8m 3 bay m/shed with workshop + hay shed & building entitlement
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Words by Ray Sparvell
‘A true powerhouse of passive return’
Reduce a commercial property investor’s motives to one compelling desire, and it would probably be: “Acquire a solid asset with a secure, long-term income stream.” After all, investors are always focused on managing risk – so imagine the appeal of an opportunity that brings in the cash from not just one, but four sources.
That’s the case in unassuming Karabar, where this unusual mixed-use property maximises the returns from a residential and commercial double act.
One building, set on nearly 800 square metres on bustling Donald Road, pulls in the local traffic with two shopfronts: a thriving cafe and a convenience store. While not on a lease, there’s also the bonus of a popular on-site food van.
Incorporated into the 288-squaremetre building is two well-maintained residential units. Each has two generous bedrooms, updated bathrooms, open-
plan kitchen-dining spaces and comfortable living areas. They also have courtyards and car spaces.
Jon Stumbles of LJ Hooker Queanbeyan-Jerrabomberra-Googong says the opportunity offers “a true powerhouse of passive return”.
Karabar
45 Donald Road
$2.2 million-$2.3 million
Agent: LJ Hooker QueanbeyanJerrabomberra-Googong, Jon Stumbles 0418 162 701
“Properties with such a strong tenancy mix and reliable income stream don’t hit the market often,” he says.
“This is an unmissable opportunity for a seasoned investor or someone seeking secure entry into the commercialresidential space.”
Visionary Opportunity Awaits: Iconic Ginninderra Village For Sale
LJ Hooker Commercial Canberra is pleased to offer For Sale, Ginninderra Village 11 O’Hanlon Place Nicholls ACT via Expressions of Interest closing 4pm AEDT Wednesday 10 December 2025.
Ginninderra Village is a historical development comprising six single level buildings totalling approximately 800 sqm including the heritage listed Ginninderra Schoolhouse and residence. This is a unique opportunity to acquire a significantly under-utilised vacant 11,980 sqm site with multiple options for future repositioning or redevelopment subject to new DA approval.
The key features of this offering include:
• Existing permitted uses include childcare, indoor recreation facility, restaurant, shop (max 250 sqm), craft workshop, and tourist facility.
• CZ6 Zoning allows a broad range of leisure and accommodation related uses that could be (subject to government approval) added to the permitted uses including caravan park, commercial accommodation and community use including place of assembly and health facility.
• Strategic site with Barton Highway exposure and surrounded by landmark tourist attractions in the Gold Creek Village precinct including the National Dinosaur Museum, Cockington Green, The Australian Reptile Centre and Federation Square.
• Offered with vacant possession allowing owner occupiers, developers, and investors a rare blank canvas opportunity to reposition the asset or create a landmark development. For Sale
Please call the exclusive selling agent Greg Lyons 0439 338 883 for more information or to arrange an LJ Hooker Commercial Canberra inspection.
EOI Closing 4pm AEDT Wednesday 10 December 2025
Greg Lyons 0439 338 883
glyons@ljhccanberra.com.au
Dual Tenancy Investment in a Prime Fyshwick Location
6 Isa street, Fyshwick, ACT 2609
Total site area: 813sqm
Net lettable area: Circa 550sqm
(two tenancies of approx. 275sqm each)
Two separate tenancies – ideal for investors or owner-occupier
flexibility
Holding income with month-to-month tenants
Prime Fyshwick location in a tightly held industrial precinct
Excellent street exposure and access
A rare offering in Canberra’s premier industrial suburb, 6 Isa Street presents endless potential for investors and/or owner-occupiers.
Thu 27 Nov
27 November, 3pm.
Contact Agent to arrange a private inspection.
James Brown 0407 491 898
Patrick Barton 0459 690 788
Freestanding Industrial Land Opportunity with Warehouse & Living Quarters
65 Thurralilly street, Queanbeyan East, NSW 2620
Total land area: 1,771sqm
Building area: Circa 540sqm
Warehouse with living quarters, bathrooms, and kitchen
Town water and gas connected
Half-concreted yard with balance hardstand
Secure fencing
Located in the tightly held Queanbeyan East industrial precinct
Ideal for owner-occupiers or developers.
This property offers a unique opportunity to secure a freestanding industrial holding with on-site accommodation and strong underlying land value in one of Queanbeyan’s most tightly held areas.
Thu 27 Nov For Sale - Auction Thursday 27 November, 11am. Onsite
