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KEY FEATURES Oversized, executive residences ranging from 182m2 to 235m2 of living space offering multiple living options Luxurious customised interior with multiple choices for finishes and fittings Bathrooms and ensuites with Villeroy & Boch fittings, complemented by under-tile heating Reverse cycle ducted heating and cooling 5KW rooftop solar system to each residence Kitchen with Smeg appliances, stone benchtops and opulent butler’s pantries Up to 3.5 metre ceilings in many living areas Landscaped courtyard and gardens, many with access to the heritage trail Dual lock-up garaging with remote access and provisioning for EV Charging High energy rating of minimum 6.1 EER

A perfect place to dip your toes Summer is just around the corner and, if you’re quick, you could be the proud owner of one of the region’s prettiest swimming pools by then. Tucked away behind the house at 6 Walter Close, Jerrabomberra, and surrounded by greenery and wooden decking, this blue oasis will become your retreat from the outside world. As a bonus, it backs onto open green space, so you’ll never be overlooked. There are five bedrooms, including a huge main suite with a private sitting area. The country-style kitchen and living area open to the outside for long summer days and are warmed by a wood fireplace for cosy winters. Part of the garage has been converted into an office with direct outside access, ideal for a small business, remote work or studying teens. “Homes that offer this combination of privacy, warmth and lifestyle are rare to find,” says agent Alan Tongue from LJ Hooker Country Canberra. The private sale has a price guide of $1.4 million to $1.5 million. Lucy Jones

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What to See This Weekend 6 Cover Story 8 Neighbourhoods 10 Home of the Week 12 The Investor 13 Insights 14 Coast & Country 27 Commercial 31

OUR COVER Marigold, 230 Robin Boyd Crescent, Taylor, listed by Civium Property Group Page 8

Spring in Canberra is all about connection – to community, convenience and the places that make daily life a little easier. This week in Neighbourhoods (page 10), we head north to Casey, a suburb that has quietly built a reputation as one of Gungahlin’s most family-friendly destinations. The award-winning Market Town sits at its centre, local businesses thrive, and green spaces are easily accessed, so it’s no wonder buyers continue to be drawn to the area. From first-home buyers to growing families, Casey offers something for every stage of the property journey. And yes, there’s even a miniature train. All aboard for a closer look at this thriving suburb.

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W H AT TO S E E T H I S W E E K E N D Words by Lucy Jones

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41b Enderby Street $1.095 million

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Private sale Agent: Momentum Property, Tim and Justine Burke 0411 878 587 Independently titled, 41b is a private and tranquil retreat in the heart of this bustling suburb. A clever layout places two bedrooms at the front and a third at the rear, making it ideal as a guest room or study. There is also a separate laundry with direct outdoor access. The landscaped courtyard and deck are shaded by a magnificent olive tree, creating the perfect setting for long lunches and sunset drinks.

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805/72 Allara Street $2.5 million+

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Private sale Agent: Blackshaw Manuka, Mario Sanfrancesco 0412 488 027 Part of the new Grande on London development – touted as the most luxurious in Canberra – this 214-squaremetre penthouse follows the building’s curved facade with sweeping city views through floor-to-ceiling glass. Defined living spaces, a neutral palette, and top-quality stone, timber and nickel finishes create a home that’s elegant and understated. You’ll have access to premium amenities like a resort-style pool, gym, wellness centre and gardens.

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LAST WEEKEND

50 Munro Street Contact agent

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Auction: 10am, October 10 Agent: Hayman Partners, Brett Hayman 0411 414 624 This family home is just 10 minutes from the Parliamentary Triangle, yet it’s surrounded by nature. The large block is covered with landscaped gardens, established trees and rock walls, and it opens directly onto a reserve threaded with walking trails and bordered by paddocks. Large windows, an elevated position and an enclosed sunroom make the most of the leafy outlook with views all the way to Black Mountain. If you’re keen to renovate, there’s big potential.

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What our expert says

Dr Nicola Powell Chief residential economist

“Canberra buyers are prioritising the fundamentals, with strong demand for views, north-facing homes and features that support longterm liveability.” Source: Domain Insight, Oct 2026 – The Shape of Spring: from Search to Sale

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11 Dyson Street $1.6 million+

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HIGHEST SALE

$2.425m YARRALUMLA

9 Turner Place Sold by Blackshaw Manuka

37 Sandover Circuit Contact agent EER 7

Auction: 6pm, October 8 Agent: Belle Property Canberra, Andrew White 0406 753 362 This stylish duplex is one of two brand-new side-by-side homes in Lyneham. A floating timber staircase with glass balustrade makes a striking first impression, and the bright white kitchen reflects the abundance of natural light. A self-contained guest suite on the ground floor offers flexibility, while an upstairs rumpus room and office space suit busy families. A lowmaintenance courtyard and smooth indoor-outdoor flow would make the upcoming summer a joy.

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Auction: 5.30pm, October 8 Agent: Ray White Canberra, Peter Walker 0418 628 043 A little slice of Italy in Canberra’s northern reaches, this ornate home swaps Yerrabi Pond for Lake Como. A porticoed entryway, grand columns, curved windows and sweeping staircases create a distinctly Italian feel. The main bedroom is a private apartment unto itself, complete with a sitting room, walk-in wardrobe, fullsized bathroom and balcony. Outside, landscaped gardens lead to a sparkling swimming pool, a separate pool room with an en suite, and the tranquil lake foreshore beyond.

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COVER STORY Words by Jil Hogan

Residences that put the ‘town’ into townhouse

opping down to the shops will take on a rather literal meaning for future residents of Marigold. The new Taylor development will place 38 two and three-bedroom townhouses directly above the suburb’s emerging town centre, putting groceries, coffee and everyday services within easy reach downstairs. Civium’s Wayne Harriden says the homes have been deliberately designed to feel distinctly residential, despite their position above the shops. Developed and built by Monarch Building Solutions, Marigold comprises a collection of two-storey residences designed by Dezignteam, with interiors by Studio & You – an entirely Canberrabased project team.

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Across the full range, every townhouse includes two bathrooms plus a powder room. The lower level centres on an open-plan kitchen, dining and living space, with a powder room nearby. In the two-bedroom residences, both bedrooms are tucked away upstairs, while the three-bedroom floor plans place one bedroom on the lower level and two above. A European laundry is also located upstairs, while three-bedroom homes add a bathtub to the main bathroom. The interiors continue the project’s owner-occupier-focused design, with buyers able to choose between two schemes by Studio & You. Engineered blackbutt timber flooring runs through the main living

spaces, while kitchens pair custom soft-close joinery with mineral stone benchtops, porcelain splashbacks and Bosch appliances. Bathrooms feature floor-to-ceiling tiles, frameless shower screens, wall-hung vanities and brushed nickel fixtures. Built-in wardrobes feature in every bedroom, while double-glazed windows, fully ducted reverse-cycle air-conditioning, instantaneous electric hot water, NBN pre-wiring, security intercoms and lockable basement storage are included throughout.

Best of both worlds: The townhouses will offer the convenience of being near the shops while still feeling distinctly residential.

At a glance Marigold 230 Robin Boyd Crescent, Taylor Architect: Dezignteam Interior designer: Studio & You Builder/Developer: Monarch Building Solutions Prices: two-bedroom from $735,000, three-bedroom from $835,000 Number of residences: 38 townhouses – 13 twobedroom, 25 three-bedroom Expected completion: Mid-2027 Sales: Civium, Wayne Harriden 0418 625 414

“It’s been very well considered from the point of view of a live-in owner.” Wayne Harriden Every townhouse also includes side-byside basement parking for two cars. “The Marigold building entrance and driveway to the car park are also completely separate from the commercial space,” Harriden says. “It’s been very well considered from the point of view of a live-in owner.” Outdoor spaces vary between residences, reaching up to 69 square metres in some three-bedroom homes. Although technically elevated above the commercial podium, they’re designed to feel more like courtyards than balconies, with homes oriented either north or east, Harriden says. As a new development, owneroccupier buyers can also take advantage of recent changes to ACT stamp duty exemptions, removing another upfront cost from purchasing.

And one of Marigold’s most appealing inclusions sits beyond the townhouse walls. Taylor Town Centre is taking shape directly below, with Harriden saying the planned tenancy mix includes cafes, a speciality grocer, food outlets, a chemist and medical services, alongside Coles, which has been confirmed as the centre’s major supermarket. For Taylor, the arrival of a local shopping precinct fills a gap in a suburb that has otherwise become increasingly established. Nearby are Margaret Hendry School and Aunty Agnes Shea High School, alongside childcare centres, parks and an extensive network of walking and cycling trails. The Centenary Trail runs behind Taylor, while Gungahlin Town Centre is about four kilometres away.

But for Marigold’s future residents, one of the biggest changes to daily life may be that needing milk or eggs, meeting a friend for coffee, or picking up dinner will no longer necessarily mean getting in the car and driving a certain distance away, but quite literally popping downstairs. Construction of Marigold is already well underway, with the basement and commercial shell taking shape and work progressing on the townhouses above. Completion is expected in mid-2027.

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N E I G H B O U R H O O D S / Casey 2913 Words by Karen Hardy • Photos by Ashley St George

FAST FACTS Population

6471

Distance from CBD

13km

Median price houses

$804,000

RECENT SALES 98 Greg Urwin Circuit $1,047,500 7 Kowalski Street $960,000 54 Rockwood Street $797,000 10 Yandell Way $700,000

ould Casey Market Town be Canberra’s peak shopping centre? Not only did it win an Australian Institute of Architects award when it was built in 2017, but it has its own train! Yep, Happy Harold toots his way around the centre on weekends, keeping the kids amused while you get some shopping in. They might need to do a few laps because there’s plenty to see here, from supermarkets to health and wellbeing businesses, cafes and bars. One of the bars is the stylish gastropub Casey Jones, and I wonder, continuing with the train theme, whether Happy Harold’s driver is related to the infamous American railroader of the same name. There’s a dining area with an elevated menu, a sports bar with large-screen TVs, and special deals throughout the week. Kids eat free on Mondays, the wonderfully named Tightass Tuesday will help the hip pocket, there’s trivia on Thursday nights, and plenty of live music and sport on the weekends. Surrounded by bushland on Canberra’s northern fringes, with easy access to Gungahlin, Belconnen and the city, “Casey has developed into a suburb where so much of what you need day-today is right on your doorstep,” says Stone Real Estate’s Shaye Davies. While the suburb does appeal to young families – the median age is only 32 – there is a broad buyer pool, Davies adds. “That’s one of its strengths,” she says. “It naturally appeals to first-home buyers and young families looking for an established home in Gungahlin, while the larger three and four-bedroom homes attract buyers wanting more space without necessarily moving further away from the major town centres.” There is also a good mix of townhouses and more compact homes, which creates opportunities at different price points. It looks like there are plenty of good reasons to get aboard the Casey train.

My local

Shaye Davies Stone Real Estate Gungahlin

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Coffee fix

Best eats

Hidden gem

Casey has plenty of great coffee spots, but Tinker Tailor is hard to beat. Tucked inside Casey Market Town, its coffee is always made with care and precision, and it is consistently served with a smile.

Casey Jones has such a welcoming family atmosphere. There’s an outdoor playground for the kids, a pet-friendly dining area and an outdoor theatre. The staff are always lovely, the service is fantastic, and the menu has a great selection of pub favourites.

Byte and Bean is one of my favourite places in Casey. The food and coffee are amazing, but it is the people who really make it special. I visit almost every week, and whenever family comes to town, it is usually the first place I take them. It is pet-friendly too.

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13 Beanland Street $1.35 million+

Above: Casey has a good mix of properties that would suit a range of buyers. Far left:

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Private sale Agent: Stone Gungahlin, Jess Smith 0410 125 475 This contemporary home sits next to a reserve on the city’s northernmost edges, yet is minutes from the town centre and arterial roads to Belconnen and the city. It offers flexibility for growing families across two wellconsidered levels, with four bedrooms upstairs and a self-contained room downstairs that could be a bedroom, home office or gym.

There are plenty of family-friendly spaces here. Left: Casey Market Town has everything from specialty stores to cafes and restaurants where locals can gather. Below: Open every day, Byte and Bean will sort you out with a coffee and breakfast.

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13 Kimmorley Street Contact agent

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Private sale Agent: Bastion Property Group, Theo Koutsikamanis 0431 543 649 A light-filled, open-plan living area sits at the heart of this single-level home, just moments from Casey Market Town. It opens onto a covered deck that leads to the backyard, perfect for entertaining. With four large bedrooms – the main is situated at the front of the house – a separate study and a media room, this home is perfect for the growing family.

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HOME OF THE WEEK Words by Jil Hogan

hen you have a home with fantastic bones, the best kind of renovation doesn’t erase its history; it decides which bits deserve to come along for the ride. A 2023 renovation by award-winning MMM Designs has transformed this four-bedroom Narrabundah home while holding onto some rather lovely pieces of its past. Take the wall of handcrafted timber shelving in the open-plan living and dining room, made by an early owner who was a German carpenter. It now sits comfortably alongside a new kitchen that features white cabinetry warmed by timber detailing and a blue-tiled splashback, an oversized island bench, a breakfast bar, and dedicated space for a wine fridge. The same timber tones carry through to the bathrooms, where soft blue-green tiles add colour without overwhelming the otherwise restrained palette. There are two bathrooms, including a main and a full-sized en suite with a skylight and heated towel rail. Four bedrooms provide plenty of flexibility, while underfloor heating, double glazing and a 6.65-kilowatt solarenergy system do the less glamorous work behind the scenes. The home is also fully electric. In the established garden, red-brick paths wind through cottage-style planting, while a deck with built-in seating overlooks the lawn. There’s one more feature no renovation could replicate: a magnificent walnut tree, planted by an early owner as a gift for his wife. Decades later, it remains part of the garden and part of the story of the house.

What the agent says

Steph Hoss Purnell

“This is a renovation done properly. Beautifully transformed, incredibly comfortable and seriously energyconscious, this four-bedroom home combines thoughtful design with effortless everyday living.”

A renovation to remember

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Narrabundah 37 Tallara Parkway $1.4 million+

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Auction: 11am, October 10 Agent: Purnell, Steph Hoss 0401 857 662

Forget politicians and public servants – Narrabundah’s most famous residents have feathers. The suburb’s peacocks are a beloved local fixture, known for wandering the streets and popping into gardens.

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93/39 McIntyre Street, August

THE INVESTOR Words by Sue Williams

Diversifying assets: Build-torent and flexible living projects offer more depth and variety for

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an investment portfolio.

Recession-proof your portfolio

ith fears of a downturn lurking in the wings, many investment strategists are advising their clients to recession-proof their portfolios. In increasingly uncertain times, the best way to build resilience is by buying well in the first place, says Glen James, a former financial advisor turned podcaster and co-author of The QuickStart Guide to Your First Property. “You want to invest in quality assets to hold for eight to 10 years, recognising that there will be periods of low growth in there,” he says. “There are defensive assets too, like less specialised buys, majority owner-occupier established suburbs rather than investor-heavy

greenfield sites, and more blue-chip inner city. “It can also be a good idea to buy dualoccupancy property for more income; property that can be improved by, say, adding a granny flat or superficial improvements. Or even lower your risk profile with Defence Housing that gives a guaranteed tenant for 10 years.” As a possible recession approaches, James says it’s also critical to maintain a strong cash buffer to carry you through periods of rental vacancies or, with a new tenant, lower rent. Yet, come a slump, Buyers Agency Australia property educator Amanda Calabria says there’s one asset you need

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to preserve above all others: your sleep at night. “For that, it’s important you start planning before any recession comes along,” she says. “Preserving your borrowing capacity by collecting positive-cash-flow properties, as well as negatively geared, is a good idea, as well as keeping cash in an offset account. “You should also be running regular portfolio reviews and checking rents are at market prices, seeing how your properties can be improved to get a higher yield.” Calabria also suggests asking your broker for a better interest rate on borrowings, as even a tiny cut could be significant over multiple properties. In areas where co-living is available, another tactic is to rent out rooms rather than whole houses to increase income. Diversification is an essential tactic for protecting portfolios in precarious times, says Anthony Ursino, chief operating officer and general counsel at private equity real estate platform Proinvest Group. As well as traditional residential and shares, he recommends also looking at other assets. “One of the things we are focusing on is the build-to-rent space and flexible living,” Ursino says. “Flexible living is both short and long-term stays, and we’re seeing a lot more singles and couples now choosing this kind of accommodation rather than buying their own homes because of unaffordability. “These aren’t just rooms; they’re places with a real sense of community and, through communal facilities ... offer plenty of opportunities to interact with other people.” The group has just invested a reported near-$100 million in buying the Coogee Sands Hotel & Apartments in Sydney, and is adapting it into a flexible-living building with 80 self-contained studios and one-bedroom apartments. “To make investment portfolios recession-proof,” Ursino says, “we all have to look for a little bit more depth within investments and at what trends will be there into the future.”

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INSIGHTS Words by Sarah Webb

High tide for sea-change suburbs Renters and buyers are spilling into quieter coastal pockets as rents surge in Australia’s best-known sea-change destinations.

Big swell: In Coolangatta, on Queensland’s Gold Coast, weekly asking house rents have risen

Then in June, The Domain Rent Price Report showed coastal suburbs posted some of the biggest annual price hikes across the country, with perennial seaside favourite Coolangatta, on Queensland’s Gold Coast, leading the charge after weekly asking house rents swelled 29 per cent to a median of $1200. But while popular coastal towns, including Minyama on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast, collected the lion’s share of growth, experts say the resulting affordability squeeze has also put the spotlight onto underrated east-coast towns where rentals are around a third lower.

Just a bit back from the beach, quiet Dora Creek in Lake Macquarie is one of them. There, rents rose 20.9 per cent to $695 a week in 12 months, while further north in Tweed Heads West, unit rents climbed 18.2 per cent to $650. South of Sydney in Shoalhaven Heads, houses rose 17.2 per cent to $700, and in Batehaven they grew 16.7 per cent to $560. Domain chief residential economist Dr Nicola Powell says the rise in regional migration and subsequent rent growth stems from a “mental map shift” during the COVID-19 pandemic and, more recently, an affordability squeeze striking most capital cities.

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29 per cent to a median of $1200.

ustralia’s sea-change boom is rippling out beyond the bigname beach suburbs to quieter and cheaper coastal cousins as record regional migration drives rent increases. In March, the Regional Australia Institute and Commonwealth Bank’s Regional Movers Index showed capital-to-regional moves hit a record high over the year, with the Sunshine Coast collecting 8.8 per cent of total net migration. Greater Geelong took 5.3 per cent of the migration pie, with Queensland’s Fraser Coast, Victoria’s Moorabool and NSW’s Lake Macquarie rounding out the top five destinations.

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“People discovered these areas and realised they could live there … and now we’re seeing a growing preference for lifestyle over city living,” she says. “Social factors also impact these decisions, and when people become priced out of their own cities, they start looking elsewhere. “We have never seen so much movement to regional Australia … and affordability challenges are the big one.” Powell says the growth could inject life into some communities and fuel job creation, while enabling young people to stay. “What we typically see is these areas get older, so it does keep them alive; it’s definitely not negative for population growth,” she says. “But if we don’t sort out the housing supply, it could be.” Powell expects coastal towns within arm’s reach of A-list pockets like Byron Bay to be among the biggest regional migration and price growth winners.

who were pushed out from the big search locations. “The purchase rate is lower too, and that means it’s attractive for investors. “Some of these suburbs offer wellness, lifestyle and affordability balance, and that’s why they’re seeing such great growth. “But for others it’s also the proximity to larger employment areas, and Tweed is a great example of that. “I think all of this points to an affordability and lifestyle story.” On the far South Coast of NSW, weekly rents have skyrocketed in some coastal pockets as infrastructure upgrades and affordability constraints collide. Leading the charge is Batehaven – a small beach village a two-hour drive from Canberra and four hours from Sydney – where median weekly house rents rose almost 17 per cent to $560 over the past year.

Local agent Rebecca Shepheard of Elders Batemans Bay says much of the growth was down to the region’s relative bang for buck amid growing accessibility – though she adds that locals are feeling the pain. “We’ve found people are looking at us differently and there’s a shift between remote and accessible,” she says. “We’re only two hours from Canberra, we’ve got a regional airport and yet we’re not as busy as towns and suburbs further north like Wollongong, Kiama and Gerringong, where the cost of living is astronomical. Affordability is pushing people here.” Shepheard says the $20 million Batemans Bay Community Health Facility – on track for completion this year – has also attracted new residents and put pressure on already tight supply and rents. Yet despite the squeeze, she believes there’s more growth to come.

“It’s those cheaper locations surrounding lifestyle areas we may see really pick up,” she says. “It also might be those hinterland suburbs where you can hop on your bicycle with your surfboard and head to the beach.” Ray White chief economist Nerida Conisbee says demand rippling out to quieter towns is inevitable. “When you have seen such strong growth in key tree and sea-change markets it does have that flow-on effect to the undiscovered pockets of the coast,” she says. “And all those locations that collected strong growth over the past year offer much greater value for money. When we see rental growth not just concentrated in key spots, that tells me demand is spreading. “I think the concept of rising rents in these rising markets encourages Australians to widen their search, and then you see pockets like Batehaven and Lake Macquarie begin to attract people

Below: A forthcoming health facility in Batemans Bay, NSW, is attracting new residents to the town.

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“These suburbs offer wellness, lifestyle and affordability balance, and that’s why they’re seeing ... growth.” Nerida Conisbee

North of Sydney, LJ Hooker Lake Macquarie property manager Linda Clack says affordability has been the main driver behind rental demand in the past year. “We’re seeing more people move away from the city, as they’re seeing the benefits of being close to the city but away from the hustle and bustle in cheaper areas around Lake Macquarie,” she says. Clack adds that this has further lowered already-low vacancy rates. “We have about 1000 homes on our rent roll but about two actually available right now,” she says. “And if they’re well priced, they move quickly – particularly anything under $700 a week.” She says plenty of budget options remain in coastal pockets just outside of hubs like Belmont. “Rathmines is one of those places. It’s Belmont on a budget.”

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42A Headland Parade, Barrack Point.

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• Resort-inspired oceanfront paradise with uninterrupted water views • Luxury tri-level design with dual living zones, gym, sauna and lift • Idyllic BBQ alfresco, pool and spa, chef’s kitchen, two ensuites • Climate-controlled wine cellar, ducted air, solar, 6 car garaging • Beach and parks on doorstep - highly exclusive family opportunity • 90 minutes south of Sydney, 5 minute drive to Shell Cove Marina

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Positioned within a boutique development of just four townhouses, this stylish two-storey residence offers the perfect balance of space, comfort, and low-maintenance living in the heart of Woden Valley.

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A One-Of-One Architectural Masterpiece

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672 BUNGENDORE ROAD BYWONG

Set on 24 peaceful acres, just 30 minutes from Canberra, this property defies conventional comparison. Substantial in scale, striking in design and surrounded by spectacular views over its own private lake, this is a true one-of-one residence unlike anything else in the region. Architecturally crafted to embrace its setting, the home showcases expansive proportions, sophisticated finishes and vast double glazing that frames the landscape. Multiple living spaces feature raked timber ceilings, a two-way fireplace and seamless indoor-outdoor flow. Magnificent kitchen, outdoor decks, a heated pool, spa and dedicated entertaining zones create a resort-style experience. A rare offering with the potential to subdivide in future. New Listing

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1004/2 MASSON STREET TURNER Move on your terms. Downsize the maintenance without downgrading your lifestyle. Perched on the 10th-floor corner, this sun-drenched, north-facing apartment pairs sweeping panoramic views across Haig Park's treetops with the freedom of lock-up-and-leave living. Local shops, Braddon & the City Centre are just a stone's throw away. EER 5.5

For Sale $695,000+ Inspect Saturday 3rd Oct 1:30-2:30pm Wednesday 7th Oct 11am-12pm Office

Manuka 6295 2433

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Vaughan Liddicoat 0404 746 033

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A Bold Dialogue of Curves and Form An exquisite, near-new residence in Pearce, where bold curves and architectural form create a striking, contemporary design. A masterclass in modern living designed by N1 Creative and custom-built by Monte Building Group, blending innovation, smart home technology, and luxury finishes to set a new benchmark in Pearce.

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MATT SHIPARD matt@hiveproperty.co 0408 218 179 CHLOE LINDBECK chloe@hiveproperty.co 0488 250 113

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TOM WIGGINS tom@hiveproperty.co 0468 771 763

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Malua Bay

748 The Ridge Road $1.15 million

Private sale Agent: LJ Hooker Malua Bay, Karen Herrick 0417 990 014

This home began life as the old Batemans Bay Post Office before being transported to its two-hectare bush setting in 1984. Original hardwood floors remain, joined by generous living spaces, a sunroom and a north-westfacing verandah. There’s also a separate hobby room, substantial garaging, a chook run, a potting shed and a dam.

Gundaroo

1170 Tallagandra Lane Contact agent

Private sale Agent: Hive Property, Katrice Velnaar 0411 449 071

Perched above rolling countryside, this home brings a touch of resort living to its rural setting. Panoramic views unfold from the living spaces and balconies, while outside, a solar-heated pool, spa, gazebo and entertaining areas make the most of the scenery. There’s also a gym (with sauna), a pool house and a selfcontained one-bedroom retreat.

The ultimate rural living with Canberra convenience • 63 hectares (156 acres) of productive and highly scenic countryside with creek frontage • Excellent location - in one Canberra’s fastest growing lifestyle areas • Easy 25km / under 30min commute to Canberra CBD, close to the vineyards • Substantial 340 sqm, 5-bedroom family home - built in 1995. Master and guest suites, 5 internal living areas • Enclosed entertaining Gazebo with valley views situated in an acre of landscape yet low maintenance gardens • Regularly fertilized and majority pastured improved - Carrying up to 50 trade cattle • Well-watered – 720mm rainfall, dual frontage to Oakey Creek, high performing bore

Bahloo

Wallaroo NSW

to troughs in all paddocks

Experience the charm of Wallaroo, offering expansive rural surrounds, stunning natural scenery, and an exceptional family lifestyle Sale: Meares Online Auction - closing noon 5th November 2026 Inspections: By appointment with marketing agents

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Sam Meares 0423 714 779 Chris Meares 0414 770 703 www.meares.com.au

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In the Middle of the Murrumbateman Moving Feast ļ)oo7_bѴѴĽķ Capital Wine Region, NSW • 42.88ha* (105.95ac*) 33min* Canberra CBD, 14min* Murrumbateman • 284m²* 4 bedroom home, new kitchen & bathrooms + 2021 sunroom & pool • Machinery shed, studio, chook house & original wool shed • Private, easy-care grazing country with extensive views, fenced into 3 paddocks • 5 dams, 75,000L* house tank & 2x 15,000L* shed tanks • Chocolates, wineries & Poachers restaurant all minutes* down the road • v|-0Ѵbv_;7 ;-uѴ ƐƖѶƏvķ |u-mv=oul;7 0 1 uu;m| o m;uvķ v 07b bvbom ro|;mঞ-Ѵ • Selling to return to their home state of Victoria

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Your Hassle-Free Country Sanctuary ‘Outlier Ranch’, Canberra Wine Region, NSW • 39.5ha* (97.6* acres) 35min* to Canberra, 9min* to CBR via helicopter, 20min* to Murrumbateman • Privately located, 170m2* bespoke pavilion shed home w/ views from every room, premium, high capacity off-grid power & backup generator, Starlink, garage & workshop + outdoor baths w/ 300º* views & outdoor kitchen • Built 2024 as a 10a DA-exempt home, building entitlement intact • Bush & cleared country, a haven for wildlife & fenced for livestock, 150,000L* of rainwater storage + creek

Auction Saturday 31 October 1pm On-Site View Saturday 3 October 1-2pm, Sunday 4 October 2-3pm George Southwell 0429 838 345 Ray White Rural Yass

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You can rely on Elders Goulburn.

EOI 87 MACARTHUR STREET, TARALGA, NSW BED BATH CAR

8,567 sqm*

Timeless 1878 Bluestone masterpiece with barn & studio.

Set on an elevated two-acre holding in the heart of Taralga, this beautifully restored 1878 bluestone residence blends historic character with contemporary luxury. Capturing sweeping rural views, the home showcases original bluestone walls, exposed timber beams, soaring ceilings and elegant living spaces. Offering three to four bedrooms, multiple living areas and a designer kitchen with premium Gaggenau and Miele appliances, the home is complemented by a magnificent bluestone barn and insulated recycled hardwood studio. Complete with solar power, Starlink internet and substantial water storage, this is a rare lifestyle estate.

Expressions of Interest Closing Friday 30th October, 5pm * Approximately

Kia Scott 0417 497 356 kia.scott@elders.com.au

Elders Real Estate Goulburn

goulburn.eldersrealestate.com.au

You can rely on Elders Tumut. Lake Blowering

657.7ha*

‘Valley Views’

‘VALLEY VIEWS’, VIA TUMUT, NSW

152.3 Ha | 376.2 Ac*

Panoramic views of Lake Blowering. • Within 5 mins drive of the Lake foreshore • Endless opportunities for the outdoor enthusiast – Camping, hunting, fishing and water sports

Auction 29th Oct * Approximately

• Over 125 ac of pasture improvement • Highly reliable 44” rainfall • Excellent shedding and livestock infrastructure • Home to Yesteryear Plantations Eucalyptus Oil (business available by negotiation). Elders Tumut PH: (02) 6981 3100 30 | Allhomes

Lauren Roche 0429 462 171 Angus Macleod 0414 670 286 eldersrealestate.com.au

BRANXTON PARK | TARAGO, NSW Expression of Interest closing 12/11/2026

APPROVED 17-LOT SUBDIVISION • Productive grazing opportunity,

• Development Consent for 17-lot

• Improved & native pastures, plus

• Four-bedroom homestead, cottage

• Securely watered by dams,

• Bungendore 28km*, Canberra

supporting 4,000DSE*

fodder crops, 562ha* arable land

springs, creeks & 740mm* rainfall

rural lifestyle subdivision

& quality operational infrastructure 50km* & Batemans Bay 95km*

*Approx

Col Medway 0428 481 243

Tim Corcoran 0407 893 935

COMMERCIAL Words by Ray Sparvell

Pastoral pedigree with future potential

t’s not often that a rural holding comes to market with such a pedigree as Ledgworth, near Yass. It’s one of the oldest pastoral properties in the district, with links dating back to around 1840, and has been in singlefamily ownership since 1910. It centres on a homestead filled with character features including pressedmetal ceilings, sandstone verandahs, bay windows and open fireplaces. The renovated residence, built in 1915, has six bedrooms, two bathrooms, formal dining and living rooms, a billiards room, an office, and an open-plan kitchen and living area – offering around 600 square metres under roof. The property spans more than 600 hectares and has supported lamb and cattle production, along with cropping, haymaking and pasture improvement. Structures include three renovated cottages and shearers’ quarters, while the

Yass

594 Dog Trap Road $11 million+ Expressions of interest: Close noon, October 29 Agent: LAWD, Col Medway 0428 481 243

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infrastructure includes sheds, yards, a workshop and grain storage facilities. Agent Col Medway of LAWD says it would appeal to a variety of buyers. “An existing farmer might want to expand their interests on a proven property,” he says. “Or it could appeal

to someone looking for a lifestyle estate with income potential.” That might include an event centre or additional guest accommodation in a unique farm-stay environment. The property is also positioned for future subdivision and development.

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7.3ha*

24 BLUE HILLS LANE | MURRUMBATEMAN, NSW Private Treaty $1,900,000

PRIVATE RURAL RETREAT

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• Secluded lifestyle property only

• Machinery shed, two stables,

• Four-bedroom, two-bathroom,

• Four well-fenced paddocks, horse

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• Entertaining room or multi-

• Offering an enviable blend of

33km* from the ACT border open plan family living

generational accommodation

covered parking & secure storage

shelters & two large dams privacy & rural charm

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