REALM Issue 4

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H ami l to n Reach #0 4 - Spr ing 2 0 1 8 FREE COPY | Communit y | Design | Retail | Lifestyle | Health

Northshore Riverside Park

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IN THIS ISSUE

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Holistic health with Simone Driscoll

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Northshore tennis smash hit

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Pet getaways with Hanrob Hotels

Riverlight ready for living

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Prime position in Hamilton

Vive la France!

E DI TOR'S NOTE Realm is a celebration of all the incredible stories, places and people that make Hamilton so special.

In this Spring edition, we serve up an exclusive look at the new Northshore Tennis Park, de-stress and rejuvenate at Steps2Synergy Holistic Health and discover how our favourite four-legged friends can holiday in style at Hanrob Pet Hotels Brisbane.

We hope you enjoy reading.

Sian Buchanan Community Development Manager Frasers Property Australia

We always welcome feedback!

If you would like to be featured in our community magazine email communityqld@frasersproperty.com.au

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WHAT’S ON

LOCATION

WHAT 'S I N T HE AREA .

WHETHER YOUR KEY TO INNER PEACE AND HAPPINESS IS A SERENE YOGA SESSION OR THE PERFECT GLASS OF PINOT, THERE IS SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE NO MATTER YOUR FANCY RIGHT HERE IN HAMILTON.

S E NS E OF TAST E HAM ILTON Portside Wharf, Remora Road, Hamilton VISIT IF: You prefer your bottle shop to be more than simply a destination.

This hidden gem provides an interactive experience with a brewing station, four beer taps, a mini fromagerie and regular sit-down tasting sessions all on-site. To view their range, visit senseoftaste.com.au.

D U CK D U CK G OOSE 125 Lancaster Road, Ascot VISIT IF: The bambinos need a wardrobe refresh. Duck Duck Goose is an adorable children’s boutique offering a collection of unique and high-quality designer apparel and giftware for children of all ages. To browse their products, visit duckduckgoose.com.au.

S OH O YOGA 68 Racecourse Road, Ascot VISIT IF: You need to escape the bustling city life and nurture your soul.

Standing for ‘Soul Home’, SoHo Yoga promises to leave you with a calmer, clearer mind and stronger, more flexible body. For class times, visit sohoyoga.com.au.

G U S TO DA G IAN N I Portside Wharf, Remora Road, Hamilton VISIT IF: You are craving the authentic taste of Italy. With owner Gianni Greghini drawing from the traditions and charm of his hometown, Gusto da Gianni is the perfect place to share classic Italian fare whilst watching the sunset over the river.

View the menu at gustodagianni.com.

R E AL S KIN CL IN IC 68 Racecourse Road, Ascot VISIT IF: You have been searching for a holistic, modern and therapeutic approach to beauty services. Providing a truly world-class experience for both men and women, Realskin Clinic will leave your skin feeling cleansed and nourished. For their range of treatments, visit thefacialhub.com.au.

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FEATURE

HEALTH

L I V I NG A BA L A NC ED L IFE. ACHIEVING EMOTIONAL FREEDOM WITH STEPS2SYNERGY HOLISTIC HEALTH.

It’s no secret that many of us are leading increasingly

every thought, feeling, emotion, pattern, problem or painful

busy lives, which means that taking the time to relax and

event can be traced back to its origin and cleared easily and

unwind is often a luxury. However, never before has it been

gently through energetic therapies. When the opportunity

more important to focus on our own health and happiness.

recently presented itself to establish her own holistic wellness

For Simone Driscoll, helping people achieve emotional

centre, she leapt at the chance and has not looked back.

wellbeing and freedom has proven to be an incredibly rewarding lifelong passion.

Opening in March this year, Steps2Synergy Holistic Health operates from within the peaceful ambience of the Body

Having a heightened sensitivity from a young age, Simone

Beautiful Retreat beauty salon on Racecourse Road.

was driven to search for effective holistic therapies in her

The centre offers holistic therapies to de-stress, rejuvenate

own quest for happiness. Over two decades of experience

and heal in combination with vitamin and supplement

as a qualified counsellor, energy practitioner, hypnotherapist,

therapy by naturopath Julia Italiano.

sound therapist and life coach, Simone quickly learnt that

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FEATURE

Describing herself as an Energy Therapist and Intuitive

According to Simone, her many years as an expert in the

Counsellor, Simone’s aim is to assist clients to let go and

practice have honed her intuition to sense what is occurring

clear their emotional blocks to achieve a renewed sense

in the client’s life and how to clear the imbalances as blocks

of emotional freedom and happiness.

in the energy system are the root of many emotional and physical challenges. Because of this, releasing old emotional

Seeking to improve issues by lessening the intensity

energy is invaluable. The missing link in healing is often

of the surrounding energy and memory, Simone explains

clearing the energetic blocks to healing.

that a whole host of symptoms including stress, anxiety, low mood, depression, tiredness and more can be alleviated

“A person’s energetic blocks can be gently and safely dissipated

through energetic therapies.

by touching points that discharge the electromagnetic component of limiting thoughts, feelings, emotions, attitudes,

“My own first experience allowed me to be happier, clearer,

ideas, decisions, choices, patterns, and beliefs. It is then up

lighter and freer than any other modality I had tried before.

Since then, I have seen countless people achieve similar results

to the client to choose how much to clear in one session.”

ranging from good to absolutely amazing,” she said.

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“When you begin to clear away the energy locked up in the

“If after years of searching you have not found complete

area of your life that is contributing and keeping you stuck

freedom: freedom from the limitations and expectations

in your challenges, then the better your life will be,” she said.

of others, freedom to create your own life and reality you

If you are wondering whether holistic healing can be of benefit, then Simone explains that there are a few key signs

choose, freedom to be the infinite being you truly are then energetic therapies can help.”

to look out for.

“If you have always known that creating the life you desire

dissatisfaction, healing trauma, grief or pain and many other

... I HAVE SEEN COUNTLESS PEOPLE ACHIEVE SIMILAR RESULTS RANGING FROM GOOD TO ABSOLUTELY AMAZING.

situations affecting your sense of peace and happiness then

- Simone Driscoll

is possible but you haven’t yet achieved it. Or if there are situations that seem unsurmountable such as getting over depression, relationship issues, body problems, general life

holistic therapies can help.”

Visit Steps2Synergy Holistic Health which is open Monday to Saturday at 153 Racecourse Road, Ascot.

To book a session SMS 0418 731 733.

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DESIGN

HAMILTON REACH

R I VE RLI GHT I S R E ADY F O R L IVING .

NEW RESIDENTS SOAK UP THE GOOD LIFE.

Ask any of the new Riverlight East residents what they love

Since completion in June, approximately fifty residents now

most about Hamilton Reach, and you can guarantee that their

call Riverlight East home. On weekends you will find them

resounding response would be the lifestyle. With a resort-style

making the most of their newfound lifestyle, whether it

pool, gym, barbecue area, private alfresco dining room and

be taking a walk alongside the riverside beach, riding one

lush surrounding parklands and walking paths all on offer,

of the Riverlight bicycles or enjoying a coffee at the local

their answer should not be surprising.

Northshore Harbour CafĂŠ.

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DESIGN

Resident managers, Chris and Tana Gooch, moved into their Riverlight apartment in July and have been kept busy helping new residents settle in. Tana explained that there has been a very strong demand for rental properties at Riverlight East.

“We have new residents moving in every week and rental properties are filling quickly,” Tana said.

“Everyone who attends an inspection comments on the resident facilities and the easy access to the city, particularly being directly across from the City Cat terminal. Of course, the opportunity to move into a brand new, modern apartment is also appealing and the river views from some of the apartments are just spectacular.”

Tana says that she is personally enjoying the expansive views from her level nine apartment.

“Chris and I often sit on our balcony and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere at sunset. We see right up the Brisbane River to the city as well as towards the Gateway Bridge,” she said.

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DESIGN

In a tribute to Hamilton’s past, recycled wharf timbers have been used as seating in the atrium and barbeque area

WE SEE RIGHT UP THE BRISBANE RIVER TO THE CITY AS WELL AS TOWARDS THE GATEWAY BRIDGE.

of Riverlight and an impressive landscape feature, “Flotsam and Jetsam”, provides an informal play and seating area outside Riverlight. The recycled timber was reclaimed from the local Bretts Wharf, a prominent industrial port originally

- Tana Gooch

constructed in the late 1920s and early 1930s.

In addition to bicycles, residents can take a Riverlight

Two and three bedroom apartments with study nooks and

kayak out to explore the river, which is likely to increase

media rooms are now selling at Riverlight, as well as three

in popularity as the weather warms up. In combination with

unique, superbly appointed penthouses. The expansive level

the twenty-metre pool and sundeck, the summer months are

11 penthouse floorplans are fitted with superior appliances

all sorted.

and butler’s pantries, large balconies with sweeping views

Another Riverlight feature commonly appreciated by residents

and floor-to-ceiling windows in bedrooms and bathrooms.

and visitors alike is the use of timber throughout the building.

Riverlight architects Group GSA utilised timber to add

To inspect the remaining apartments for sale, call 13 38 38 or visit the Hamilton Reach

warmth to the building's interior, which can be viewed in the

Sales and Display Centre opposite Riverlight,

vast atrium which features a six-metre-high exposed timber frame inset with a glass ceiling and walls of louvres. The walls

open daily 10am to 5pm. For rental enquiries

and ceiling of the resident’s dining room is also traversed with

contact Chris and Tana Gooch on (07) 3607 2038

timber batons along with the ground floor lift lobby.

or email riverlight@rpcqld.com.au

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HEALTH

HEALTH & WELLBEING

N O RTHS HORE TENNIS C OURT S S ET TO BE A SMASH. BRISBANE’S FIRST POP-UP RIVERFRONT TENNIS COURTS UNVEILED.

The time has nearly come for Hamilton residents to re-string

With research by Tennis Australia highlighting that Brisbane

their racquets and sport their lucky headbands, with six

has approximately 400 tennis courts less than the national

temporary tennis courts anticipated to be officially opened at

average, Northshore Tennis Courts will also remedy an

Northshore in September.

ongoing court shortage in Brisbane.

Taking advantage of the stunning riverside location,

It is expected that approximately 10,000 people will use the

Northshore Tennis Park will provide residents with another

courts in the first year of operation, providing a wonderful

enviable fitness option in the community. Casual play,

drawcard for more than 2,500 people who call Northshore

coaching, school lessons, cardio tennis and regular social

Hamilton home.

competitions will all be on offer, providing the ideal activity for people of all ages, skill levels and interests.

So whether you are an Australian Open aficionado or just enjoy having a hit with friends, Northshore Tennis Park

The result of a deal between Economic Development

promises to be a brilliant day out in the local community.

Queensland and Tennis Australia, Northshore Tennis Park may have the best views of any courts in Australia. The Deck, a pavilion-style building built from recycled wharf timber, is perched next to the courts providing spectators with a brilliant space to view all the action. For those preferring to soak up the sun, a lush adjacent lawn will make a game of tennis a real social activity.

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Northshore Tennis Courts is located at 257 MacArthur Avenue, Hamilton. Once open, court bookings can be made through Tennis Australia’s online booking system bookacourt.tennis.com.au.

FEATURE

HAMILTON

PE R FECT LY PO SITIO NED. HAMILTON, YOUR GATEWAY TO THE BEST OF BRISBANE.

Enjoy a wide variety of shopping destinations on Racecourse Road

As the days become warmer and the nights grow longer, there has never been a better time to venture out and discover something new.

Luckily for local residents, there has rarely been a more convenient place to live than Hamilton. The famous real estate maxim says that the three most important things when looking for property are location, location, location – and in this case it could not ring truer.

With everything you need right at your fingertips, you can happily spend less time in transit and more time enjoying the best that Brisbane has to offer. To help you get started, we’ve rounded up a few amazing nearby locations.

Tree-lined Racecourse Road

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Just around the corner on Racecourse Road, restaurant and

Dining on a Whim

bar One Fifty are bringing a new style to a much-loved venue.

Whether you are after Sunday brunch, an impromptu date

Originally home to one of Brisbane’s most iconic restaurants,

night or a catch up with friends and family, you’ll always be

Baguette, for over forty years, One Fifty have now taken the

in easy reach of a venue to match your mood.

reins and offer a fresh and approachable menu together with

Against the stunning backdrop of the Brisbane River,

an exceptional cocktail list.

Northshore Harbour Café is the ideal destination for a lazy breakfast or romantic lunch. Located within Hamilton Reach,

Time to Play

this local favourite even has a pontoon out the front to leave

After a long week of work, nothing proves better than getting

your kayak, boat or jet-ski if you’re in need of a coffee whilst

out and about and making the most of your time off. No matter

out on the water.

the mood you’re in, there is always plenty on offer around the Hamilton area.

As the sun starts to set, Albion boutique fromagerie Emilie & Solange are on hand to provide the perfect cheese

Right on your doorstep, Eat Street Northshore is an iconic

to enjoy in the park or on the balcony with a glass of wine in

and lively world of street food and entertainment set across

hand. Specialising in hand-cut cheeses, platters, gift hampers

180 converted shipping containers. Promising a truly

and catering, owner Sarah Thuillet shares generations of

magical experience, the precinct features two stages, solo

knowledge, passed down from her grandparents who opened

performers and plenty of live entertainment for the whole

the original Emile and Solange in Normandy approximately

family to enjoy.

sixty years ago.

Get the perfect cup at Northshore Harbour Café

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If getting the adrenalin pumping is more your style, then

Globe-Trotting

the Air Combat Centre at Hendra gives you the opportunity

It’s hard to switch into holiday mode until you have boarded,

to experience life as a Top Gun. With different fighter pilot simulations available, you’re able to experience flying a jetliner or a Super Hornet. If you’re really up for a thrill, you can

and what could be worse than an arduous journey through bumper-to-bumper traffic before your holiday even begins.

ditch the simulator and jump in the back seat of a real jet

Only a short fifteen minute drive from Hamilton,

fighter, taking to the skies for what’s sure to be the most

the International Airport is easily accessible for those who

exhilarating experience of your life.

fancy spending winter in the Maldives or need a quick

For those in need of some well-deserved retail therapy, then

getaway to Tokyo.

Racecourse Road is the place to be. You'll find fashion,

Better yet, the Brisbane Cruise Terminal at Portside

boutiques, homewares, jewellers, weekend markets and so

is only a stone’s throw away and is just one sea-day from

much more.

the Whitsunday Islands or two from New Caledonia.

Brisbane Cruise Terminal

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RESIDENTS

R E S I DENT S Q&A: PAUL A M ORRIS. WITH HER FLOURISHING HAPPY HOME CHEF BUSINESS KEEPING HER RUN OFF HER FEET, PAULA MORRIS RECENTLY MOVED TO HAMILTON REACH TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE TRANQUIL RIVERFRONT LIFESTYLE. WE GRABBED A COFFEE TO CHECK IN AND SEE HOW SHE HAS BEEN SETTLING IN.

What do you love most about living at Hamilton Reach?

Hamilton Reach offers the ideal mix of lifestyle and convenience. Between its location right on the river, the amazing atmosphere, the quiet peaceful mornings, the residents, and proximity to the airport and highway – you have the best of both worlds right at your fingertips.

Where is your favourite spot to relax and why?

On a Sunday afternoon, we love to watch the sun go down at Eat Street Northshore with a glass of wine and some tapas.

What is your local tip for coffee, food and drink?

There is no better way to start the day than an early morning coffee next to the river at Northshore Harbour Cafe.

What is your favourite local hidden gem?

Our BBQ area at Hamilton Reach is my favourite local gem.

Overlooking the park, we have spent many afternoons cooking up a storm whilst listening to the birds and taking in the beautiful natural scenery.

What does the future hold?

The future is looking very bright as I am opening another branch of Happy Home Chef in my hometown of Cairns next week. It is all very exciting and my dream would be

For more information about the Happy Home Chef,

to franchise my little boutique personal chef business all

visit happyhomechef.com.au or call

over Australia and tickle taste buds nationwide!

Paula on 0498 754 028.

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LOCAL

HANROB PET HOTELS

TH E SECRET L IFE O F PA M P ERED PETS. LIVING A LIFE OF LUXURY AT HANROB PET HOTELS.

Whilst getting swept up in the excitement of booking your next

their first names to create the brand that is today trusted

well-deserved holiday, it can be daunting to consider where

by thousands of Australian pet owners each year – Hanrob.

your favourite four-legged fur-iend will go while you’re away.

Over three decades later, Hannie and Bob have passed on their

Thankfully, the days of sheepishly seeking favours from friends

business to their son, Andrew, who now oversees six esteemed

and family or altering travel plans are now firmly in the past,

Pet Hotel, Doggy Daycare and Dog Training Facilities across

with Hanrob Pet Hotels Brisbane on standby as your pet’s

Sydney, Canberra, Brisbane and Melbourne.

home away from home.

Not content with simply offering boarding services, Hanrob

Family owned and operated for the last 37 years, Hanrob Pet

caters to your pet’s every need with a wide range of additional

Hotel’s journey started when Hannie and Robert Biggs sought

services including grooming, training and doggy daycare

to further their genuine concern for the welfare of animals and

all available – you can even book your dog in for 30-minute

established a pet boarding facility just south of Sydney, back

canine exercise classes while they’re enjoying their holiday!

in 1981. With an endearing personal touch, they combined

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Brisbane Facility Manager, Tim Hooper, said that the Pet Hotel certainly gets tails wagging.

“Pet owners love that we provide their pets with a homely environment, as well as a sociable experience, while they’re away,” he said.

“Our luxury suites are designed to ensure both dogs and cats feel like they’re at home and on a holiday all at the same time.”

One of the core beliefs at Hanrob Pet Hotels is that a social pet is a happy pet, explained Tim. “That’s why we offer plenty of social, outdoor play time to the dogs who stay with us, and plenty of interaction with our staff for the cats, who sometimes prefer to play on their own.

This also gives pet owners peace of mind that their pets are not alone for too long while they’re away.”

Of course, as a Registered Training Organisation, Hanrob Pet Hotel employees are also fully qualified to care for pets, having to undergo nationally recognised training to ensure they can offer the highest level of service.

“Our staff are not only trained to ensure your furry friends have the best care, but also, at their core they are animal lovers who treat every pet like their own.”

And, if that wasn’t enough, Hanrob are also there to take the last-minute hassle out of your first day of holidays.

“We have an expansive nationwide network of CheckIn Centres – including Hamilton Reach – so pet owners can easily find a convenient location nearby to drop their pet, where they will then be collected and transported safely and securely to their holiday home-away-from home,” Tim said.

Your Exclusive Prosperity Reward Hanrob Pet Hotels is a proud partner of the Frasers Property loyalty program Prosperity. When you purchase a Frasers Property, you are privy to discounts and benefits from our Partners Rewards. Enjoy 20% off when you book your first hotel stay for your pet. Receive complimentary upgrades all year round when you book your furry family member to stay with us.

Hanrob Pet Hotels Brisbane can be found at 69 Backhouse Place, Eagle Farm. Visit hanrob.com.au for more information or call 1300 426 762 to discuss your professional pet care requirements.

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EAT STREET NORTHSHORE

TH E F UT URE O F SU S TA INABL E FARMING .

REVOLUTIONARY VERTICAL HYDROPONIC FARM INSTALLED AT EAT STREET NORTHSHORE.

Never before has there been higher demand from consumers for locally sourced, sustainable and high-quality produce.

Driven in recent years by the burgeoning farm-to-table movement, it is clear to discerning consumers that food is simply best when fresh.

Home to over 70 food stalls, Eat Street Northshore looked to support a cleaner, more environmentally sustainable future and provide their vendors with only the freshest produce.

Originally hoping to build an on-site farm, these plans were quickly put on hold due to limited available space.

Enter Canada’s Modular Farms Co, who reached out and proposed to install their first Australian vertical hydroponic farm at Eat Street Northshore.

Completed in March, Eat Street Northshore co-founder John Stainton said that the farm has proved to be a triumphant success.

“The idea of growing an acre of crops in a 40-foot steel container, without any infringement on quality from the outside weather, made us realise the importance of finding new ways to deliver healthy uncontaminated produce for “One of our Italian food vendors, Pizza and Pasta, utilise

our customers,” John said.

almost the entire output of the farm’s weekly crop of basil “The land we occupy is a very precious and tight commodity,

for their pesto pasta.”

so having the farm sitting on top of our kitchen containers growing year-round crops is something you could only once

For John, the vertical hydroponic farm is just the beginning

dream about.”

of their sustainability journey.

For vendors at Eat Street Northshore, the farm provides

“We are working towards having an entirely invisible footprint

an enviable source of fresh produce each and every week.

over the next few years. We are even introducing our first batch of edible plates and utensils shortly, so our customers

“Some of our vendors exclusively rely on sourcing their

can not only consume our home grown produce - they can also

fresh produce from the farm to create their salads, sauces

eat the plate that we serve it on. How good is that?”

and dressings. They don’t have to worry about what produce is currently in season, as the farm grows herbs and vegetables

For more information about the farm,

which are often unavailable at certain times of the year.”

visit modularfarms.com.au.

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EVENTS

COMMUNITY EVENT

VIVE LA F R A NC E! RESIDENTS ENJOY A TRULY INDULGENT EVENING.

Living at Hamilton Reach is synonymous with experiencing and enjoying the finer things in life. So what better way to spend an evening than a one-night gastronomic journey through France with a Wine and Cheese Masterclass.

Having worked in the wine industry for the majority of past two decades, Peter Tamblyn from Sense of Taste Portside joined residents to share some exquisite wines from the classic French regions. Le Fromage Yard were also in attendance and expertly complemented the wines with beautifully crafted French cheeses.

With limited tickets available for the free event, the latest Masterclass was in high demand from residents who all greatly enjoyed both the incredible fare and connecting with other members of their community.

To keep up to date with Hamilton Reach's range of free community events, email: communityqld@frasersproperty.com.au or follow us on Facebook @hamiltonreach

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An exclusive lifestyle within your reach Surrounded by riverfront parklands, bordered by the Royal Queensland Golf Course and with walking paths that take you to your own riverside beach and café, Hamilton Reach is not your average inner-city community.

Located just 6km from the Brisbane CBD and 5km from Brisbane Airport, you’re also close to everything you need.

Two and three bedroom apartments now selling from $467,500.

Penthouses from $1.55m.

Open daily 10am – 5pm Rare freehold riverfront homes from $3.35m.

310 Macarthur Ave Furnished displays now open for viewing.

Hamilton Visit the Sales and Display Centre to find out more.

13 38 38 hamiltonreach.com.au

Artist impression Average prices: 2 bedroom Riverlight apartment $606,890, 3 bed $657,857 and Penthouse $1.665m. River Homes $3.49m.

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