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Welcome to our annual edition of Snapshot.

As promised, this issue features just that – a snapshot of the property market – both what we saw during 2009 and what we can expect moving into 2010. And it’s not just about residential property. There’s information on commercial markets, investment and rental markets, along with expert industry analysis from leading property commentators such as Julie Ryan, Mike Hefferan and Tim Lawless. Local agents also offer their predictions for the property market next year, with some handy advice for those considering buying or selling as the new year approaches.

With myriad economic events affecting the property market during 2008-2009, it looks as though 2010 should be a more stable, less tumultuous year for real estate. However, this issue has all the information, statistics and expert advice you need to make your own informed decision.

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REAL ESTATE AGENT INDEX

A review of the 2009 market

10 My Interest Rates The history of the cash rate

11 My Expert Opinion RP Data’s Tim Lawless

23 My Expert Opinion Professor Michael Hefferan

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Forecasting the 2010 rental market

32 My Market Tracker The latest property sales at a glance

34 My Expert Opinion

101 Classifieds Easy-find listings at a glance

104 Commercial

Real estate guru Julie Ryan

Lease or buy local commercial

36 My Commercial

105 My Home

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A year in the spotlight

by Jemma Pearson

As the world’s financial markets dived, Coast investors, developers and home owners held tight to see where our market would go. MPR takes a look back at a tumultuous 12 months. t’s been quite a year. Economists, home owners and investors started 2009 with trepidation about the state of the economy and the state of the world. The global financial crisis had hit, and it hit hard. Called by many of the globe’s leading economists as the worst financial crisis since the Great Depression of the 1930s, it had everyone nervous.

The US’s housing bubble, which peaked in 2006, collapsed, causing housing prices to tumble, stock markets to crash and financial companies and banks to go bust. In Australia, we watched on nervously, as news of the losses hit home and our economy slowed.

The newly elected American president, Barack Obama, warned of tough times ahead.

And he wasn’t wrong. Many citizens of the world’s most powerful nation lost their homes, their livelihoods and their savings due to the subprime crisis, and the rest of the world watched on to see how it would affect them.

Europe’s all nations felt the squeeze, though in varying degrees. Iceland’s economic crisis, involving the collapse of all three of the country’s major banks, was felt around Europe, and China’s economy slowed after a worldwide decrease in demand for that nation’s exports caused business closures and job losses.

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Not long after Barack Obama moved into the oval office, our Prime Minister, Kevin Rudd, announced a stimulus package in an attempt to calm fears over a looming recession in Australia. The package included a one-off payment for low- to middle-income households. It was the first in a series of Labor Government measures to stimulate the economy. Importantly for the property market, the measures included a helping hand for those climbing on the property ladder.

The First Home Owner Grant, introduced in 2000 to offset the effect of GST, is a one-off payment of $7000, and has been helping young buyers get a foothold into the market since it was introduced. But back in October 2008 the grant was boosted by a further $7000 for established homes and a generous $14,000 for new dwellings.

The boost worked. As we have reported throughout the year in MPR, it’s been the lower end of the market that has best weathered the financial storm. The boost (in its reduced form of $3500 for existing and $7000 extra for new homes) continues until the end of the year. Come 2010, new home buyers will have to be satisfied with the original $7000 grant.

So how did we find ourselves in this position?

In march 2008 the official cash rate was

7.25%

By April 2009 it had plunged to

just 3%

After a long period of mediocre activity in the Australian property market in the 1990s, early in the decade we experienced a boom, and then another peak in 2007. It left investors nervously awaiting a bust and when the international crisis hit in 2008, the stock market plunged. The top end of the property market was the first to feel the pain, and prestige home sales throughout the nation, and on the Sunshine Coast, slowed.

But Australia’s economy proved more robust than the nations of Europe and the US. We rode the wave and with the government’s help, never quite saw the big recession that many thought we had coming.

Michael Matusik, in an interview with MPR last month, said our property boom of 2001 to 2007 wasn’t followed by a bust because the fundamentals were supportive of price, which effectively placed a floor under our market during the crisis. “Unlike the US,” Michael said, “our subprime lending in Australia is on a minor scale, our high rate of immigration boosted the underlying demand and there was not a build-up in unsold dwelling stock. Our economic downturn was relatively mild, helped by lower interest rates and the fiscal stimulus.”

Still, the demographic of the average Sunshine Coast home changed. Michael said,

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5 Nov 2008 Interest rate drops 75 basis points to 5.25%

4 Feb 2009 Interest rate drops 100 basis points to 3.25%

“In Australia, we’ve got a large the SCRC is forming a new planning percentage of stock that’s unoccupied, scheme that will determine land use and it’s not rented out or it’s holiday use. In development in our region. Council the past 12 months, Australians have project manager Simon Kinchington become more frugal and they’ve actually said back in September, “This council said ‘we’re going to rent that out’. There wants to provide a clear framework so are 840,000 such dwellings in Australia people will invest in our economy, and we wouldn’t have to build anything providing jobs and services.” for 30 years if we used those houses.

The council’s objectives are noble. No Household size is increasing. It’s one disputes that a workable planning increased on the Sunshine Coast and scheme is vital for the future of the it’s gone from 2.5 to 2.6 [people].” region. But for mum and dad investors, Household dynamics are changing. first-home buyers and families As the stock market took a dive, taking upgrading, what really matters is with it the savings of many older housing affordability. The council’s Australians, baby boomers held off preliminary scoping document for the retirement to wait out the financial new scheme states that it will “ensure storm. Their children, clear direction to meet those who didn’t take the current up the first home-buyer and future needs of In Australia, boost, returned home residential development, we’ve got a large or delayed moving out. undertake a housing It’s a good thing needs assessment and percentage of then, that the Sunshine prepare a housing stock that’s Coast Regional Council strategy”.

(SCRC) has got some It’s about diversifying unoccupied, it’s grand plans of its own. housing stock to match not rented out or Back in September, we the Coast’s changing reported on a massive demographic – not it’s holiday use project that is now everyone wants a underway to create a four-bedroom detached Coast that we all want to live and invest house with pool and media room, and in. What this means for residents, the council’s aim is to provide investors and developers remains to accommodation for those people. be seen, but if the council can create a But the housing affordability issue workable planning scheme we will all be goes beyond providing cheaper homes. better off.

Back in February, while the government They have a big task ahead of them. was introducing boosts and stimulus The Sunshine Coast has 330,000 packages to encourage more spending to residents, all subject to one council that counter the GFC, the Reserve Bank was was formed by the amalgamation of continuing to drop interest rates. In three separate local government systems March 2008 the official cash rate was – Noosa, Maroochydore and Caloundra.

7.25 per cent. By April 2009 it had And more people are coming. Our plunged to just three per cent. Mortgage population is growing fast, placing a rates in Australia were at their lowest strain on existing infrastructure. levels in 40 years.

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3 Dec 2008 Interest rate drops 100 basis points to 4.25%

1 Oct 2009 First Home Owner Boost reduced.

Existing home – decreased by $3500 to $10,500. New home – decreased by $7000 to $14,000.

7 Oct 2009 Interest rate climbs 25 basis points to 3.25%

4 Nov 2009 Interest rate climbs 25 basis points to 3.5%

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in each of its last three meetings in October, November and December, taking the official cash rate from its historic low of three per cent up to the current rate of

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8 Oct 2008 Interest rate drops 100 basis points to 6% 13 Oct 2008 First Home Owner Boost started.

Existing home – increased by $7000 to $14,000.

New home – increased by $14,000 to $21,000.

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Cameron Kusher, RP Data senior research analyst

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snapshot < from overleaf Housing affordability improved. Back in much more sense than selling and buying February it was the most affordable time to somewhere new. buy a house in the previous five years. On the So the nation, and our region, weathered flipside, scarred by the GFC and the mistakes the worst of 2009. At least our central bank made by US and European banks, our money seems to think so. In a show of confidence in lenders tightened their conditions. the strength of the Australian economy, the Despite the unstable global conditions, Reserve Bank lifted rates by 25 basis points for many the great Australian dream was in each of its last three meetings in October, within reach. And those November and December, already paying off a taking the official cash rate mortgage were also from its historic low of three In a show of striving for something per cent up to the current rate confidence, better. But upgrading to a of 3.75 per cent. But it was not bigger home is not always a popular decision with all the Reserve Bank the way to achieve this. As market commentators. REIQ lifted rates by 25 we reported earlier this managing director Dan Molloy year, many home owners, said after the most recent rise, basis points in rather than pop their that given unemployment is each of its last house on the market and still high, inflation is within look for something bigger the RBA’s target band and three meetings and better, were calling in global conditions are still the renovators to improve shaky, “it would have been the old family home. With local tradespeople preferable for the central bank to adopt a looking for work, due to a weakening wait-and-see approach”. building industry, there are plenty of willing RP Data senior research analyst Cameron hands. Humble homes in tightly held pockets Kusher was not as concerned. He said at the – those established beachside suburbs – were time, “The 25 basis point rise is likely to take in short supply and high demand. Renovating the average variable rate up to 6.55 per cent. or rebuilding the old family home made This is still well below average levels.”

Cameron believes home owners should not be too concerned about the rate rises, and the latest round of figures from RP Data show that while interest rates might be rising, so too are house prices. Over the first 10 months Unlike the US, our of this year, Australian home values rose subprime lending in by 10 per cent following the falls of 2008.

According to the property data provider, Australia is on a minor vendors selling right now are achieving close scale, our high rate of to asking price and during October, home immigration boosted values rose in every mainland capital city except Darwin. the underlying demand Each week in Queensland our population and there was not a increases by 1500 people. We have a housing shortage and an increasing number of new build-up in unsold residents demanding the stock that is dwelling stock. Our available. With this in mind, the Real economic downturn Estate Institute of Queensland predicts that investors will drive the market in the first was relatively mild, half of 2010. Earlier this month the REIQ helped by lower reported that the median house price on the Sunshine Coast increased by 3.4 per cent to interest rates $460,000 over the September quarter. REIQ and the fiscal Sunshine Coast chair Jean Hamer says after stimulus first-home buyers stimulated demand in the early part of the year, demand from upgraders characterised the latest quarter. “The market is moving with pent-up demand from buyers who have realised that prices aren’t going to get any lower,” she says.

The outlook for the next 12 months is that rising interest rates and a winding down of government support will affect the lower end of the market. RP Data reports that the focus of developers, lenders and sellers is now the investor. With consumer confidence strong and unemployment rising at a slower rate Michael Matusik, than predicted, as a nation we face 2010 in a market analyst and director more optimistic mood. The GFC didn’t cause of Matusik Property Insights

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Earlier this month the REIQ reported that the median house price on the Sunshine Coast increased by

3.4% to 460,000 over the September quarter

the recession that we all feared, many first-home buyers are now paying off a mortgage, investors are returning to the market, even top-end properties have regained some ground. The Reserve Bank is lifting rates – always a sign that the economy is on the up – and our council is tackling the problems of infrastructure and access that will make or break the Sunshine Coast in years to come.

But we live in a complicated world – globalisation has affected our local property market and if you believe Michael Matusik, we can no longer rely on the old seven- to 10-year property cycle to predict what our real estate will do next. The ups and downs of the world’s larger economies do affect our own and on the Sunshine Coast, our market is vulnerable to slight peaks and troughs, because we rely on discretionary spending, particularly in the top end.

Whether it’s a peak or a trough, a recession or boom time, the advice of property experts remains the same – buy and hold property for the long term, don’t get caught up in trying to predict the cycles and it’s not about timing the market, but time in the market.

Projected Resident Population Sunshine Coast

Queensland

295,084

4,090,908

339,663 381,458 421,343 460,862 501,179

4,567,713 5,040,325 5,478,715 5,884,439 6,273,885

Average annual change (residents)

8,244

87,319

Average annual growth rate

2.1%

1.7%

Year Estimated Resident Population

2006 Projected Resident Population

2011 2016 2021 2026 2031

Source: PIFU 2008

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010 – what will it bring for property?

Reviewing the past 12 months, the residential market has been quite varied with the entry-level market experiencing a mini boom due to first-home buyers stepping into the marketplace and government grants being made available.

The higher end, especially the waterfront home market, on the other hand, suffered a lack of buyer activity. If we remove the higher end market from the equation, we come down to the supply and demand factor. Supply of house listings has been relatively short and demand, although not strong, remains ever present. This has resulted in house prices being very stable and in some areas increasing.

For example, our office has just sold a house that breaks the record price for a non-waterfront home in Mooloolaba. My predication is that 2010 will follow 2009 in a similar manner.

The residential investment market, such as apartments, has been a little different in that we have seen off-the-plan sales completely drying up and little activity in the resale area. As a result, prices for the few sales that have been made have retreated, especially in high-rise apartments. The rental market has been quite interesting where we experienced little demand for rentals in the first half of the year as the economy slowed, resulting in large numbers of vacancies. The high vacancy rate put pressure on weekly rental values, resulting in rent reductions in most cases. In the past couple of months demand for rental properties has increased considerably due to the overall improvement in the economy. Today our office has 98 per cent occupancy. I see this trend continuing for the next six months at least. As rent levels are basically governed by the affordability factor, 2010 rent levels should plateau at today’s levels.

The commercial market has been affected the most by the global financial crisis and we have seen very little borrowing for new projects and new purchases. Some financial institutions have opted to exit the commercial real estate market completely which has resulted in calling in outstanding loans, leading to a flood of receiver sales. As the saying goes ‘cash is king’ in today’s commercial market.

The commercial leasing market has been very similar to the residential rental market where mid-year we experienced very little activity with large increases in vacant shops and offices appearing. The past couple of months we have seen an increase in new tenants taking up some of these vacancies. This again is directly related to the strength of the economy. If the economy picks up in 2010, so too will the confidence of new tenants.

In summary, 2010 will be very similar to 2009 with a leaning towards an improving market, however, this will be largely governed by the future strength of the nation’s economy.

were lifted again, another 25 basis points to 3.75 per cent.

In a media release right after the meeting, RBA governor Glenn Stevens explained the reasons for the rise. “The global economy has resumed growth,” he explained. “In Australia, the [economic] downturn was relatively mild, and measures of confidence and business conditions suggest that the economy is in a gradual recovery.”

He added that labour market conditions showed signs of improvement, inflation had declined, share markets had shown significant recovery and “credit for housing is expanding at a solid pace, and dwelling prices have risen significantly this year”.

Even if you are paying off a mortgage, that’s got to make you fell pretty good.

But not everyone was happy with the RBA’s decision.

After hearing about the December 1 rate increase, Dan Molloy, the managing director of the Real Estate Institute of Queensland said, “While it is fair to say that economic conditions in Australia haven’t been as dire as previously predicted, unemployment is still at its highest level in nearly eight years. Inflation is also easily within the Reserve’s target band and global conditions remain patchy, so it would have been preferable for the central bank to adopt a wait-and-see approach.”

If Dan is worried about higher interest rates having an impact on the property market, he perhaps shouldn’t be after reading a new report from RP Data about housing affordability. Earlier this month RP Data crunched the numbers and it looks good for Australian home owners.

When looking at the average Australian home owner’s disposable household income, our price-to-income ratio is “not overly expensive by international standards”. The report adds, “Australia has an internationally high rate of home ownership … Yet we also have amongst the lowest mortgage default rates in the world.” They are surely signs that our homes are affordable.

So while rates are rising, they are not rising much, and they are starting at a very low benchmark anyway. As for where they will go in 2010, as always, that’s anyone’s guess.

“With the risk of serious economic contraction in Australia having passed,” said Glenn Stevens, “the [RBA] board has moved at recent meetings to lessen gradually the degree of monetary stimulus that was put in place when the outlook appeared much weaker.”

So rates will probably rise, but slowly. Housing is strong but affordable, and unemployment doesn’t seem to be as bad as predicted. The new year is looking better than the last.

hat were you doing 20 years ago? If you owned a home, you were probably doing what you are doing now. Watching interest rates rise. But thankfully today, unlike the early ’90s, we have a much lower rate to start with. Australians welcomed in 1990 with interest rates hovering around 17 per cent. At the same time, the national property market was experiencing mediocre activity. But as the decade wore on, the rates dropped and we began the noughties with a much more manageable rate (the Reserve Bank set the official cash rate at 5.5 per cent in February 2000).

The property market peaked in 2003 and 2007 when rates were hovering around the five and six per cent mark, but it was towards the end of 2008, when the international financial crisis hit, that things got really interesting.

The year that was has been a busy time for financial pundits, mum and dad investors, the Federal Government and the Reserve Bank. Early this year, as the Rudd Government got busy formulating and implementing its stimulus package to help save the local economy, the Reserve Bank did its bit easing official rates until they hit the historic low of just three per cent back in April.

While lower house prices were a bad thing for sellers and investors, mortgagees and first-home buyers must have been asking, “financial crisis – what financial crisis?”

Back in October and then in November, the cash rate was lifted from three to 3.25 and then 3.5 per cent. At the RBA board’s most recent meeting on December 1, rates

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expert opinion

Change is good RP Data national research director Tim Lawless takes a look at where the Australian housing market is heading.

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lower than what they were in 2004. With this in mind, the improvement in values within the first-time buyers market was well overdue.

To date, a bubble hasn’t eventuated and this is unlikely to take place. In fact, the most affordable end of the market was rapidly outpaced by the middle of the market and later in the year, by the premium property market. Over the year to September ’09, it has actually been the premium property sector that has experienced the largest gains, with values increasing by 8.8 per cent compared with eight per cent in the middle market and 7.7 per cent in the most affordable end of the market.

It is likely that over the first half of 2010, growth rates will moderate from what was achieved over the first nine months of 2009. The month of September was virtually flat in terms of property value growth despite a strong quarterly result. Rising interest rates combined with a wind-back of government stimulus will affect the more price-sensitive sectors of the market the most. First-home buyers demand will continue to abate, probably levelling around the historic average of 20 per cent of all transactions.

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The focus of many developers, mortgage lenders and sellers has turned to the investor market

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ithout doubt, Australia’s housing market turned a corner in the first month of 2009. Fuelled by rapidly falling interest rates and an aggressive government stimulus package aimed at first-home buyers, Australian property values started trending upwards in January with a 0.8 per cent increase over that month and a 2.8 per cent increase in home values over the March quarter.

The gains in Australian property values came as, from peak to trough, Australian home values had fallen by just 3.8 per cent. The modest falls were in stark contrast to the US and UK, where home values were down almost 25 per cent, and New Zealand, where values fell by about 10 per cent.

Since the beginning of 2009, home values have surged ahead by 8.1 per cent at a national level. Darwin, Melbourne and Sydney have been the standout performers with dwelling values increasing by 14.1 per cent, 12.6 per cent and 9.2 per cent respectively.

Such a soft landing can largely be attributed to several clear factors: • Australia’s financial sector remained relatively strong due to a history of comparatively responsible lending practices; • Our Reserve Bank was much more able to influence mortgage rates than the central banks of other western nations; • A chronic under-supply of housing supported property values in the face of increasing demand from population growth.

The improvement in the property market conditions could arguably have heralded a housing-led recovery in the Australian economy. Australia’s economy slipped backwards in the December quarter and was followed by a level GDP growth figure for the March quarter. Undoubtedly the renewed level of confidence in the property sector contributed to the improvement in economic conditions.

Not surprisingly, the first stage of Australia’s real estate market turnaround was led by first-home buyers.

Demand amongst prospective first-home buyers had been building since 2004 when this segment of the market fell to just 14 per cent of all market transactions. Historically, first-home buyer numbers have sat at about 20 per cent of the market.

Thanks to a dramatic improvement in affordability on the back of interest rates falling from 9.6 per cent to 5.75 per cent and a significant government stimulus, first-home buyers rocketed to just below 30 per cent of all home loan approvals in May ’09.

Home values in the most affordable suburbs of Australia’s capital cities increased by 4.5 per cent over the first four months of the year, much more than the middle or top end of the market, fuelling speculation that a first-home buyers bubble was developing. Those arguing the case for a bubble suggested that such rapid growth would push prices too high and that when interest rates started rising, the thinly stretched first-time buyer market would collapse under mortgage stress and falling values.

These commentators overlooked the fact that finance was exceptionally tight – banks were being extremely risk averse and prudent about who they would and would not lend to. A demonstrated track record of savings was required, as was a minimum deposit of five per cent (most would require 10 per cent without using the grant before obtaining finance) and the notion that interest rates would eventually rise was certainly a clear reality.

More importantly, the commentators ignored the history of the first-home buyer market. Most mortgage belts around Australia have at best recorded below average growth since 2004. In the worst cases, such as the western suburbs of Sydney, many regions are still recording values

In balance, we are likely to see investor numbers continuing to grow in the market, driven by reasonable rental yields, the prospect of consistent capital gains and a preference of many investors to place their funds in an asset class that has proven its stability. The focus of many developers, mortgage lenders and home sellers has already turned to the investor market, with marketing campaigns and product designs targeting these buyers.

While consumer confidence remains strong, so too should property sales. Unemployment is moving upwards much slower than most economists expected and the Federal Government has recently revised its peak unemployment forecasts down from 8.5 per cent to 6.75 per cent in mid next year. At the same time economic conditions continue to improve domestically, thanks to an improving resources sector and general improvement in business conditions.

Change in dwelling values Year to date (September ’09 - indicative)

The big risk, of course, is that the world’s larger economies will falter – the much feared W-shaped recession.

Economic data flowing from the US has been scattered – there, unemployment has broken the 10 per cent mark, which is likely to keep consumer spending in the doldrums.

Although growth has returned to the economy, it remains lower than expected. US housing markets have improved slightly, as has consumer confidence.

Change in property values Australia, US, UK & New Zealand

Source: RP Data

Quarterly change in national home values

Source: RP Data

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The great secret of Buderim

26 Atherton Close BUDERIM TOTALLY PRIVATE - LUXURIOUSLY ELEGANT -TRANQUIL Overlooking 8 acres of Tropical Sanctuary, this unique 46 sq. luxurious retreat is situated in one of the best private locations of Buderim and close to the best schools, University and Buderim Village shopping centre. Upon entering the huge driveway, you leave the world behind you, and as you step through the large pivot doorway, a private world of elegance envelops you, emphasized by the brilliant overhead crystal chandelier. Large picturesque windows render an incredible panorama to the completely private outdoor living areas and beyond, giving a feel of being in a luxury resort, with a fully automated heated pool.

Stunning Executive Gourmet’s Dream kitchen with black pearl granite bench tops and splash backs. 5 indoor/outdoor living/dining areas. Built-in large screen TV with a harman/kardon theatre surround sound system . Billiard/games room with bar. Huge laundry with 2 pac cabinetry, washing machine and dryer. Under roof entertaining area with built-in BBQ wall. Front/rear water features & large double garage with full width storage space. Full security system. Optional purchase of all uniquely customised furniture. Only due to very serious health reasons, this magnificent property will be sold now! Offers invited prior to Auction late January.

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Australia’s Premier RE/MAX Agents Wim Bannink & John D Cooper

The Wise Guys

Your Luxurious Lifestyle in Privacy

BED 5

BATH 3.5

PARKING 2

• 46 sqs of luxurious and elegant living • Buderim’s most popular & convenient location • Totally Private north facing , overlooking Tropical Sanctuary • Huge master with his & hers walk-in robes • Total of 4 large bedrooms & 3 ½ bathrooms plus a large home office with its own en-suite • Billiard room with bar • Extremely low maintenance garden • Luxurious acreage style private living

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PROUDLY PRESENTED BY

John D Cooper 0404 390 049 Wim Bannink 0411 748 822 Prestige Property Consultants INSPECT Saturday 1–1.30pm & 6–6.30pm PRICE For immediate sale with Auction pending late Jan WEB www.remaxproperty.com.au ID# 1304641

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Noosa Acreage Paradise - Sale Of The Century

24 Eucalypt Way COOTHARABA WALK IN WALK OUT - FULLY FURNISHED - AS NEW Includes Import business and stock - Absolute giveaway (stock in excess of $100,000).

Will sell at hundreds of thousands of $$ below replacement cost.

Owners joining the Grey Brigade - ready to travel Australia and the World. Unbelievable? See for yourself - a chance of a lifetime.

Absolutely unique and irreplaceable fully animal proofed fence, electric gated Country Estate, with a 2 acre spring fed lake and approved for private lake fishing for tourists. This business is also included and has huge potential if desired. This property is truly a private world in its own right with it’s 4 bedrooms plus office, 2 bathrooms and extra large garage plus a large 4 bay size workshop/ factory. The indoor living areas as well as the huge master bedroom all flow to the massive under roof entertainment area with a full BBQ kitchen, overlooking the magnificent private lake and garden complete with a lakeside pavillion. The large formal lounge incorporates a massive 84 inch! Plasma TV with a surround sound home theatre system. The secluded water tanks have a capacity of 60,000 ltrs and the eco friendly private sewerage treatment system supports the auto watering system.

Offers invited prior to Auction late January.

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Australia’s Premier RE/MAX Agents Wim Bannink & John D Cooper

The Wise Guys

A Lifestyle Opportunity of a Lifetime

BED 4 + St

BATH 2

PARKING 6

• Open plan living and dining • Huge master with spa and walk-in robe • Guest suite with 2 way ensuite, separate toilet and powder room • Full BBQ kitchen in huge outdoor living area • Lakeside pavillion for private entertaining • Private toilet bordering bush track and lake fully approved for visitors and tourists • Massive 2 acre lake suitable for swimming, canoeing, rowing and fishing • Just mins to Noosa, Lake Cootharaba and the famous Kabi Organic 18 hole golf course

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PROUDLY PRESENTED BY

John D Cooper 0404 390 049 Wim Bannink 0411 748 822 Prestige Property Consultants INSPECT Saturday 3.30-4.15pm PRICE For immediate sale with Auction pending late Jan WEB www.remaxproperty.com.au ID# 1304622

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BED 5

52 Grandview Drive COOLUM BEACH 20KM OF SANDY COASTLINE VIEWS! Expansive ocean views all the way to Noosa and Moreton Island. Excellent design elements and ef cient superior inclusions. Formal living and dining. HIA Award winning kitchen with Granite bench tops, GE fridge with ice/water dispenser, Kleenmaid dishwasher, Kleenmaid commercial oven/gas cooktop and rangehood, frosted glass panels, 2-pac cupboards, walk-in-pantry, double bowl sink and preparation sink. 5 bedrooms, 2 with ensuite and 2 extra bathrooms. Master suite with sitting area, dressing room and ensuite with spa. Of ce/computer nook.

BATH 4

PARKING 2

PROUDLY PRESENTED BY

Dianne Swan 0418 194 439 Prestige Property Consultant

Entry foyer presents at least 5 focal points of interest that immediately catch your eye with numerous recessed wall displays and downlights and curved corners.

www.remax.com.au ID# 1301286

Family room with library, 42 inch plasma and serviced wet bar looks over indoor/outdoor solar heated pool and spa to southern ocean. Private sun protected BBQ deck. 512m† living space over two levels. Tiled oors & wool carpets. DLUG. Functional laundry. Ample electrical outlets, phone and TV points. Electronic security systems. 2 gas hot water systems.

Electronic pump heating system. Ducted air-con plus 5 air-con wall units. Lush sub-tropical gardens full of native bushes.

INSPECT

By Appointment

PRICE

$3,150,000

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Australia’s Premier RE/MAX Agent Michael Knights www.michaelknights.com.au MAROOCHYDORE 7ARUNG !VENUE

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,IKE NEW PRESENTATION THROUGHOUT "ETTER THAN BRAND NEW ,ARGER THAN AVERAGE WITH HUGE BEDROOMS -ASSIVE OPEN PLAN KITCHEN AND FAMILY ROOM COVERED ENTERTAINMENT AREAS -ANY LITTLE EXTRAS TO DISCOVER WHEN YOU BUY IT 5NBEATABLE VALUE STARTS HERE DON T MISS THIS BEAUTY 0RIME HIGHLY ELEVATED LOCATION CENTRAL TO THE BEACH 7ALKING DISTANCE TO EVERYTHING /NE OF -AROOCHYODORE S FAVOURITE STREETS

INSPECT :: Saturday 2.00 - 2.30pm PRICE

:: Sale By Negotiation

WEB

:: remaxproperty.com.au ID# 1302581

CONTACT :: Michael Knights 0409 018 778

ALEXANDRA HEADLAND 4ANTULA 2OAD 7EST

BIG, BOLD, BEAUTIFUL $VERY AFFORDABLE$ s .ORTHERLY AND 3OUTHERLY OCEAN VIEWS s $ON T MISS THIS UNIQUE HOME IN THE 0RIME !LEXANDRA (EADLAND LOCATION INSPECT :: Saturday 1-1.30pm

s 0OSITIONED HIGH ON THE HILL BOASTS THIS LIKE NEW DREAM HOME s 4HIS SPECIAL HOME HAS EVERYTHING YOU DESERVE AND IS A REAL BARGAIN s 3ELLING FOR WELL BELOW REPLACEMENT COSTn UNBELIEVABLE VALUE

AUCTION :: On Site 9th January at 3.30pm WEB

:: remaxproperty.com.au ID# 1300566

CONTACT :: Michael Knights 0409 018 778

s 4HE SELLERS HAVE BOUGHT ELSEWHERE AND NEED A SALE REAL QUICK

Exceed Expectations - Everybody Wins

BUDERIM 5445 6722 39 Main Street

CALOUNDRA 5438 5222 79 Bulcock Street

MOOLOOLABA 5452 4555 103 Brisbane Road

COOLUM 5455 1600 5/21-37 Birtwill Street

NAMBOUR 5470 7000 Cnr Currie & Howard Sts

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Australia’s Premier RE/MAX Agent Michael Knights www.michaelknights.com.au 4

MINYAMA 7ANDOO 3T

2

2

MINYAMA MAGIC WITH BEAUTIFUL INGROUND POOL s "E QUICK THIS BEAUTY WON T LAST AT THIS PRICE s ,ARGE FAMILY HOME WITH FORMAL LOUNGE AND DINING s ,OVELY COVERED ""1 AREA OVERLOOKING A COOL POOL s 7ALKING DISTANCE TO THE BEACH SHOPPING CENTRE AND THE RIVER s #URRENTLY RENTED FOR PER WEEK s 0ERFECTLY PRICED FOR AN IMMEDIATE SALE

INSPECT :: Saturday 12-12.30pm PRICE

:: Sale By Negotiation

WEB

:: remaxproperty.com.au ID# 1301292

CONTACT :: Michael Knights 0409 018 778

3

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1

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INSPECT :: Saturday 11-11.30am PRICE

:: Sale By Negtotiation

WEB

:: remaxproperty.com.au ID# 1302474

CONTACT :: Michael Knights 0409 018 778

4-5

AROONA 3EAGULL !VENUE

2.5

2

ULTRA MODERN BEACHCOMBER WITH GREAT SEA VIEWS s (UGE LIKE NEW BEACH HOME SELLING FOR WELL BELOW COST s (IGH HILL TOP POSITION WITH FANTASTIC VIEWS TO THE NORTH AND EAST WITH LARGE DECKS s LEVELS OF PURE LUXURY AND SPARKLING INGROUND POOL s %XTRA LARGE BEDROOMS PLUS A STUDY SET UP TO WORK FROM HOME PLUS MEDIA ROOM s 'OURMET KITCHEN lNISHED WITH GRANITE BENCH TOPS

INSPECT :: Saturday 11-11.30am PRICE

:: Sale By Negotiation

WEB

:: remaxproperty.com.au ID# 1303533

CONTACT :: Michael Knights 0409 018 778

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Exceed Expectations - Everybody Wins

BUDERIM 5445 6722 39 Main Street

CALOUNDRA 5438 5222 79 Bulcock Street

MOOLOOLABA 5452 4555 103 Brisbane Road

INSPECT :: By appointment PRICE

:: Sale By Negotiation

WEB

:: remaxproperty.com.au ID# 1302903

CONTACT :: Michael Knights 0409 018 778

COOLUM 5455 1600 5/21-37 Birtwill Street

NAMBOUR 5470 7000 Cnr Currie & Howard Sts

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OWNER SAYS “SELL TODAY!”

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:: Sat 11-11.45am / Wed 5.30-6pm :: 23rd January :: remaxproperty.com.au ID# 1303491 :: Peter Hill 0418 879 885

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:: Low $400,000

WEB

:: remaxproperty.com.au ID# 1300142

CONTACT :: Peter Hill 0418 879 885 Fiona Louie 0401 222 150

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LAST CHANCE – THERE WILL BE NO MORE LAND LIKE THIS! 4FU JO B RVJFU QPTJUJPO BU UIF NBHOJmDFOU 5XJO 8BUFST SFTJEFOUJBM DPNNVOJUZ XJUI B QBOPSBNJD WJFX PWFS UIF XJEF .BSPPDIZ 3JWFS UP .BSPPDIZEPSF BOE CFZPOE UP UIF HSFFO SPMMJOH IJMMT PG #VEFSJN BOE UIF IJOUFSMBOE %VSJOH UIF EBZ ZPV XJMM FOKPZ UIF QFMJDBOT PO UIF XBUFS BOE JO UIF FWFOJOH XBUDI UIF TQBSLMJOH MJHIUT SFnFDUJOH PO UIF XBUFS

INSPECT :: By appointment PRICE

:: Low to Mid $400,000 offers

WEB

:: remaxproperty.com.au ID# 1302910

CONTACT :: Peter Hill 0418 879 885

MOOLOOLABA 6OJU i$PDPw 'JSTU "WFOVF 2

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OVERSEAS OWNERS TO CUT THEIR LOSSES AND WANT OFFERS INSPECT :: Saturday 1-1.45pm PRICE

:: Offers considered

WEB

:: remaxproperty.com.au ID# 1268276

CONTACT :: Peter Hill 0418 879 885

Exceed Expectations - Everybody Wins

BUDERIM 5445 6722 39 Main Street

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CALOUNDRA 5438 5222 79 Bulcock Street

MOOLOOLABA 5452 4555 103 Brisbane Road

INSPECT :: Sunday 1-1.30pm PRICE

:: Sale By Negotiation

WEB

:: remaxproperty.com.au ID# 106146419

CONTACT :: Jenni Laughlin 0407 439531

COOLUM 5455 1600 5/21-37 Birtwill Street

NAMBOUR 5470 7000 Cnr Currie & Howard Sts

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www.remaxproperty.com.au COTTON TREE #OTTON 4REE 0ARADE

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A COASTAL GEM

PRIVATE AND LEAFY BUDERIM BEAUTY

s 3OUGHT AFTER #OTTON 4REE POSITION s &EATURES GOOD SIZED BEDROOMS WITH MODERN KITCHEN TILED THROUGHOUT s 'ROUND mOOR UNIT OVERLOOKING THE RESORT STYLE POOL WITH IT S OWN DIRECT ACCESS s 3MALL FRIENDLY COMPLEX OF NINE UNITS s !DJACENT TO #OTTON 4REE #ARAVAN 0ARK s /NLY METRES TO SHOPS CAFES AND -AROOCHY BEACH s 0ARK THE CAR THIS IS WHAT LIFESTYLE IS ALL ABOUT

s BEDROOMS WITH BUILT INS BATHROOMS s ,ARGE SEPARATE LIVING AREA WITH RAKED CEILINGS s ,OUNGE ROOM WITH LOVELY BRICK lREPLACE s ,IGHT AND AIRY KITCHEN s ,ARGE BACK DECK OVERLOOKING PRIVATE BUSHY BACKDROP s M BLOCK AT END OF QUIET COURT s #URRENTLY TENANTED AT PW s %NTRY LEVEL "UDERIM IDEAL FOR ALL BUYERS

INSPECT :: By Appointment AUCTION :: On-site Saturday 23rd January @ 12pm WEB

:: remaxproperty.com.au ID# 1282751

CONTACT :: Grant Cheatham 0411 467 917

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3

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2

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INSPECT :: Saturday 11-11.45am AUCTION :: On-site Saturday 23rd January @ 12pm WEB

:: remaxproperty.com.au ID# 1304536

CONTACT :: Bevan Horsnell 0412 512 257 or 5456 0220

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RENOVATE TO THESE VIEWS FOR LESS THAN YOU THINK

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s (IGH SET RENOVATOR S DELIGHT IN ELEVATED POSITION s 6IEWS OVER 0UMICESTONE 0ASSAGE (INTERLAND s BEDROOMS WITH BUILT IN ROBES AND SINGLE BATHROOM s ,ARGE RUMPUS UTILITY ROOM DOWNSTAIRS s /PEN LIGHT lLLED LIVING AREA LOOKING OUT TO THE WATER s 3INGLE LOCK UP GARAGE EXTRA STORAGE AND WATER TANK s 3HORT WALK TO "ULCOCK "EACH AND +INGS "EACH s 3OLID TIMBER mOORING THROUGHOUT

Exceed Expectations - Everybody Wins

INSPECT :: Saturday 1-1.30pm AUCTION :: On-site Friday 29th January @ 5.30pm WEB

:: remaxproperty.com.au ID# 1303629

CONTACT :: Michael Kettle 0419 728 807

BUDERIM 5445 6722 39 Main Street

CALOUNDRA 5438 5222 79 Bulcock Street

MOOLOOLABA 5452 4555 103 Brisbane Road

INSPECT :: Saturday 12-12.30pm AUCTION :: On-site Thursday 21st January @ 5.30pm WEB

:: remaxproperty.com.au ID# 1297448

CONTACT :: Michael Kettle 0419 728 807

COOLUM 5455 1600 5/21-37 Birtwill Street

NAMBOUR 5470 7000 Cnr Currie & Howard Sts

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ALEXANDRA HEADLAND U238 “Windsor Shores At Seaforth”, 9 Wirraway Street

2

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BEACHFRONT RESORT LIVING s NE facing 2nd floor unit overlooking l/scaped lagoon s -ODERN SPACIOUS UNIT WITH QUALITY lNISHES s 'REAT INTERNAL LAYOUT ENSURES PRIVACY s &ULL USE OF POOLS GYM SAUNA ""1 S AND GARDENS s 3ECURE COMPLEX WITH LIFT ACCESS TO UNIT AND CARPARK s 7ALK TO BEACH CAFES AND SHOPPING s 3UIT BOTH OWNER OCCUPIER AND OR INVESTOR

INSPECT :: By appointment PRICE

:: Low to mid $400,000’s

WEB

:: remaxproperty.com.au ID# 1303952

CONTACT :: Fiona Louie 0401 222 150

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PALMWOODS 0ALMWOODS 3CHOOL 2OAD

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QUIET BUSHLAND SETTING, BUT STILL CLOSE TO SCHOOL s SQM BLOCK SQM HOUSE DUCTED ! # SOLAR (73 s BED STUDY PLUS TEENAGERS RETREAT s LIVING AREAS WITH ROOM FOR POOL TABLE s 4RANQUIL ENTRY WITH WATER FEATURE n GREAT FENG SHUI s )NGROUND POOL PLUS HARDSTAND FOR BOAT OR TRAILER s .O THROUGH ROAD MEANS SAFE PLAYING FOR CHILDREN s /7.%23 !2% 3%2)/53 n -!+% !. /&&%2 ./7

(/53%3 Alexandra Headland 63 Tantula Road West SATURDAY 1 - 1.30PM BDRMS BTHRMS CAR SQM BLOCK Michael Knights 0409 018 778

Aroona 7 Seagull Street SATURDAY 11 - 11.30AM BDRMS BTHRMS CAR SQM BLOCK Michael Knights 0409 018 778 3 Alexander Street SATURDAY 1 - 1.30PM BED BATH CAR OCEAN VIEWS Auction Michael Kettle 0419 728 807/5438 5213

Buderim 7 Bunyarra Court SATURDAY 11 - 11.45AM "RMS ENSUITE OCEAN VIEWS CAR ACCOM Peter Hill 0418 879 885 26 Atherton Close SATURDAY 1 - 1.30PM & 6 - 6.30PM ,UXURIOUS BED BATH CAR PRIVATE John D Cooper 0404 390 049 Wim Bannink 0411 748 822

INSPECT :: By appointment AUCTION :: Saturday 23rd Jan, 2010 @ 2.30pm WEB

FAST TRACK GUIDE TO OPEN FOR INSPECTIONS Mount Mellum

11 Kimbarra Court SATURDAY 11 - 11.45AM BED BATH CAR PRIVATE AND LEAFY Bevan Horsnell 0412 512 257

Caloundra 12A Arthur Street SATURDAY 12 - 12.30PM "EDROOM BATH AND GREAT VIEWS !5#4)/.

Michael Kettle 0419 728 807

Cootharaba 24 Eucalypt Way SATURDAY 3.30 - 4.15PM BED STUDY ACRE PARADISE Wim Bannink 0411 748 822 John D Cooper 0404 390 049

Maroochydore 10 Warung Avenue SATURDAY 2 - 2.30PM BDRMS BTHRMS CAR SQM BLOCK Michael Knights 0409 018 778

Minyama 31 Wandoo Street SATURDAY 12 - 12.30PM BDRMS BTHRMS CAR SQM BLOCK Michael Knights 0409 018 778

Exceed Expectations - Everybody Wins

BUDERIM 5445 6722 39 Main Street

:: remaxproperty.com.au ID# 1302527

CONTACT :: Fiona Louie 0401 222 150

5.)43

69 Lower Mount Mellum Road (Landsborough) SATURDAY 11 - 11.45AM $UAL HOME ACREAGE BED BATH CAR 1/15 Cotton Tree Parade Wim Bannink 0411 748 822 Inspection by appointment John D Cooper 0404 390 049 BED BATH CAR Grant Cheatham 0411 467 917

Cotton Tree

Nambour

21 Bailey Street SATURDAY 11 - 11.30AM DOUBLE BDRMS BTHRM DOUBLE CARPORT Michael Knights 0409 018 778

Palmwoods 64 Palmwoods School Road

BY APPOINTMENT POOL SERIOUS VENDORS Fiona Louie 0401 222 150

71 Taintons Road SAT 2ND & SUN 3RD JANUARY 2010 11 - 11.45AM BED BATH CAR M§ USEABLE LAND Paul Becker 0401 024 020 Donna Danger 0412 152 676 7 Bunya Pine Place SATURDAY 1 - 1.45PM BRM STUDY ENSUITE DLUG M§ Peter Hill 0418 879 885 MOOLOOLABA 5452 4555 103 Brisbane Road

Unit 54 “Regent’s Landing” 19 Arwen Street SAT & SUN 2.30 - 3PM COURTYARD BED ,5 PET FRIENDLY + Jenni Laughlin 0407 439 531

Mooloolaba

Woombye

CALOUNDRA 5438 5222 79 Bulcock Street

Maroochydore

Unit 403 “ Coco” 79 First Avenue SUNDAY 1 - 1.30PM .EW BED ENS F F URGENT SALE OFFERS Jenni Laughlin 0407 439 531

Nambour 50 Aspland Street SATURDAY 2nd & 9th Jan 12 - 1PM BED TOWNHOUSES FROM + Russell Dell 0400 409 000

COOLUM 5455 1600 5/21-37 Birtwill Street

NAMBOUR 5470 7000 Cnr Currie & Howard Sts

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Making sense of a complex picture Professor Mike Hefferan, from the University of the Sunshine Coast, looks back at 2009 and offers some advice for property investors heading into 2010.

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development sector, the debt raising that is necessary for activity effectively dried up and that will remain the case for some time to come. The residential market held pretty well, and the dramatic fall predicted by some did not materialise. It is not correct, however, to try to compare 2009 directly with any other year – ‘cycles’ in economics are very complex and multi-faceted and can really only be considered in long-term analysis – not as a year-to-year, month-to-month thing.

The trend to higher interest rates and the succession of rate increases over recent months (the Reserve Bank has raised the rate at its last three meetings) are obviously not great news for the property market, as is the wind back in the First Home Owner Boost. These will obviously impact more on the lower-value part of the market, but also critical in this is the issue of confidence. As important as interest rate changes are, lag indicators such as unemployment and other pressures on cost of living should not be underestimated in determining levels of residential property demand.

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On the positive side, population increases and shortages of housing stocks will be important forces underpinning value

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ustralia’s ability to avoid the worst of the global economic crisis has been quite remarkable – much better than most had been predicted. In part, the Federal Government’s stimulus package assisted, though it is really impossible to say exactly how important that was. Certainly it added to confidence, but the fact that Australia is not a significant exporter of manufacturing goods and has sound financial governance, combined with the continued demand for our raw materials, really underpinned more than favourable outcomes, under the circumstances.

In particular the First Home Owner Grant and the maintenance of ‘relatively’ low interest rates for home loans assisted in keeping the residential market stable.

Overall, median house prices on the Sunshine Coast fell back a little compared with a rise nationally. But certainly the ‘free fall’ that some predicted never occurred, and for a number of reasons, is unlikely to occur in the future.

All that sounds very positive and everyone wants to see the good times return, but recessions have a ‘long tail’ – particularly in relation to unemployment here, coupled with upward pressure on inflation and interest rates. The wind back of the First Home Owner Grant must have a dampening effect on that the lower end of the residential market.

Other ‘sleeper’ economic issues – particularly rapid increases in the price of energy, and even more particularly petroleum – will rapidly emerge as the world economies recover and start to grow.

On the positive side, especially in South-East Queensland and the Sunshine Coast, net population increases and continuing shortages of housing stocks will be important forces underpinning value for the foreseeable future.

All of this sounds, and is, a pretty complex and volatile picture, and that will remain the case for some time to come.

Many commentators have said that 2009 was a tumultuous year, but it perhaps was not as bad as many predicted. There are, of course, badly hit sectors. In the

Recent figures released by RP Data/Rismark show an increase in median property prices across the nation in October and some might see this as a sign of recovery.

What we must remember, though, is that month-to-month figures are volatile and should not be overly relied upon.

Trend data is more important, and this data has indicated a remarkable resilience in the domestic property market and therefore in their values. Given the likely continued volatility of the economy and therefore the property sector in the foreseeable future, there is little to suggest that prices are somehow going to boom, but, as noted above, the market has generally held on better than expected and there

is similarly no reason to believe there will be significant falls either.

One might suggest that at least in the short term, interest rate increases for the residential sector may be held at manageable levels and increases in population and shortages of supply in places like the Sunshine Coast will cause modest increases in values and prices.

The advice I have for those considering purchasing property on the Sunshine Coast in the near future is the same for any market at any time – don’t rush into things and always take a long-term view. Remember that quality – especially in location – always holds and enhances value best, and this will be particularly the case as the costs and inconvenience of commuting ramps up in the near future. Where possible, closer-in and better-located properties, particularly when they are close to transport, even if this involves smaller allotments or multiple dwellings, are safer bets.

Another matter that is often of concern in acquiring funding is whether to lock in interest rates for a period of time. ‘Locking in’ has the inherent advantage of giving a level of certainty at least for the first few years. It appears that at the moment most opt for a variable rate. At the end of the day, it is a personal decision based on the borrower’s particular circumstances and at least for a year or so, one is unlikely to do too much damage either way. Borrowers should be aware, however, of any penalties that may apply to attempting to exit a fixed-rate arrangement ahead of time. If considering locking in rates over a longer period, borrowers are basically attempting to guess interest rates better than the banks’ very sophisticated forecasting and modelling and it may be difficult to see where the ‘upside’ of that could be for an individual borrower.

over, more cashed-up buyers are returning to the owards the end of 2010 the news has all been waterfront, beachfront and near-beachfront units good for this central part of the Sunshine Coast and houses. Given the scarcity of these positions with the REIQ median price figures showing from Kawana right through to Maroochydore, this good price growth for both houses and units. demand will continue. Buyers will return to buying I anticipate these positive results to continue ‘lifestyle living’ properties. into 2010. Numbers of It is great to see a local first-time buyers will reduce developer, Aria, releasing a while second- and thirdNumbers of first-time buyers new development, Alba, in home buyers as well as will reduce while second- and third- Mooloolaba to the off-theinvestors will step into plan market. the breach. The pent-up home buyers as well as investors These units will be demand from would-be will step into the breach attractive to the more active buyers who have waited investor market, which will on the sidelines has now take over first-home buyers been released as they as the ones who will be buying up properties on the recognise that the bottom of the market has passed.

Sunshine Coast in the coming year.

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Jean Hamer – Jean Hamer Prime Properties

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rental market

Time to invest It’s been a mixed year for renters and investors, but 2010 will change all that.

ntry-level properties up to $500,000 and in particular houses have done quite well with the support of the First Home Owner Grant.

With low interest rates and shortage of supply coming into 2010, the market will still remain strong, though there may be a slight reversal in strengths as the grant is reduced and the possibility of interest rate rises may see some properties come and stay on the market a bit longer, in turn increasing supply.

The $500,000 to $1 million price range properties have been a bit slower. Some good buying opportunities still exist but with tightening stock and more buyers with extra cash (from missing share markets and greater confidence in the economy), this area of stock may experience a bit of a lift from previous year lows.

Investors and first-home owners will still push the low end price brackets as rents are still sustainable, and even though interest rates are rising, they are still quite low.

Buyers coming into retirement will still be looking at the Sunshine Coast’s quality apartments and houses near the water and in newer suburbs like Pelican Waters. Large apartments will also do well, which may still be seen as value compared to the past highs of years ago. Any developers that get off the ground with finance and pre-sales will provide good buys.

There is not much around but we will have some coming up in 2010 with expected completion in 2011, so buying off the plan will be a wise decision again as there will be some price growth due to shortage of supply.

The lower end will continue to be strong. The mid to high end will see some improvements in conditions still dependant on confidence in the economy, but this will be a buyers market, so get in early as this will not always be the case.

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occupancy rates could be lower than this year. I am finding that people are a little more stable with their employment and this means that tenants are starting to spend more on rental properties and getting what they want instead of settling for something less as they are no longer as worried about the economy as what they were this year.”

Population growth, a more stable economy and job security will all contribute to a better rental market for investors. Tamara says, “With interest rate rises coming into play, you will see a lot more people going back to renting as they can’t afford to purchase a home.” Also, says Angie, “Traditionally January and February have been good letting months with new people moving to the area.”

As for the outlook for 2010, Kelly says, “This is a great time to buy investment properties and even better time to secure a tenant for it.”

Angie agrees and offers this advice. “Buy mid range, to suit the wage levels that a lot of Sunshine Coast renters earn. This should assist in optimal occupancy. The property needs to be well presented and maintained to help in securing a long-term tenant.”

If you are buying an investment property, the advice is clear – do your research, buy what renters want, and take a long-term approach.

Median weekly rents for the Sunshine Coast 2 Bed flats/units

Sept Qtr 07

Sept Qtr 08

Sept Qtr 09

Caloundra (coastal region)

$260

$290

$285

Caloundra (inland region)

$190

$250

$265

Maroochy (coastal region)

$260

$280

$285

Maroochy (inland region)

$220

$250

$240

Noosa (coastal region)

$280

$295

$300

Caloundra (coastal region)

$330

$360

$350

Caloundra (inland region)

$290

$320

$320

Maroochy (coastal region)

$320

$350

$350

Maroochy (inland region)

$295

$350

$350

Noosa (coastal region)

$340

$360

$380

Caloundra (coastal region)

$395

$430

$400

Caloundra (inland region)

$350

$380

$380

Maroochy (coastal region)

$390

$420

$420

Maroochy (inland region)

$390

$450

$440

Noosa (coastal region)

$390

$440

$440

3 Bed houses

4 Bed houses

Source: RTA

Doug Wilson – Henzells

he Reserve Bank of Australia’s decision in the last few months of 2009 to lift interest rates has many implications for the residential property market. It’s a sign that our central bank believes our economy and property market are recovering and the RBA has indicated that more interest rate hikes will come if the recovery continues. But what does this mean for rental properties?

Government stimulus for first-home buyers caused a strengthening in the lower end of the market during the year. In the third quarter of 2009, median asking rents in Australia’s capital cities remained pretty flat from the previous quarter.

Matthew Bell, from Australian Property Monitors, says, “While the median asking rental prices for houses and units in Sydney and Perth continued to decline, a small rise was seen in other capital cities, including Brisbane. The declines have been helped along by low interest rates and the First Home Owner Boost, giving tenants more accessibility to alternative options to renting.”

On the Sunshine Coast, it wasn’t just the first-home boost that had tenants leaving the rental market. Angie Johnson, from My Rental Management in Mooloolaba, says, “In 2009 April and May were particularly low on the number of enquiries we were receiving, mainly, I feel, due to lack of employment and the First Home Owner Grant.

The tenants we had vacating were leaving the area and we obtained management of quite a few new properties that were previously owner-occupied. In general, throughout the year we have seen extended vacancy periods even in the normally sought-after areas close to the beach.”

Kelly O’Brien, from Next Property Group agrees. She says, “The 2009 rental market was very unpredictable. I believe that this was due to the economy and there being no stability, but this has changed in the last couple of months.

“I found that most of the year, there were more properties available than prospective tenants and this meant that tenants had the negotiation power.”

Tamara Wrigley, from Carolans First National had a different experience. Her rental properties didn’t stay empty for long, but she adds, “Pricing your investment property at the right rental amount eliminates weeks and weeks of vacancies.”

Kelly now sees signs of improvement. “After the last couple of months and especially what we are experiencing in December, I believe that the 2010 market will be strong.

“I believe that prices may increase a little and

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AUCTION

Rosemount Lifestyle Retreat Opportunities come along only so often and this is one of them.

3ITUATED IN A CLASSY PRECINCT OF 2OSEMOUNT ONLY A SHORT DISTANCE FROM .AMBOUR S CITY CENTRE SITS THIS HECTARE ACRES PROPERTY ZONED 2URAL 4HE OPPORTUNITY ALLOWS THE DISCERNING BUYER TO RENOVATE THE CURRENT HOME WHICH CONSISTS OF lVE LARGE bedrooms plus study, two bathrooms, large galley style kitchen, large combined dining and lounge areas with a wide verandah looking .ORTHWARDS OVER AN ORCHARD OF MANGO TREES AND PLENTY OF LAND TO EXPAND n DAM ON SITE AUCTION Friday 22nd January from 11am at The Events Centre, Maroochy RSL INSPECT By Appointment CAROLANS 5441 1344 PETER WRIGLEY 0407 374 349 WEB www.carolans.net/1212514

Nambour - 5441 1344 Pacific Paradise - 5448 8088 Palmwoods - 5445 9666

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MAROOCHY RIVER +)22! 2/!$

MULTI AUCTION EVENT

NAMBOUR #/0% 342%%4

$339,000

Family Value With Three Bay Shed s 3PACIOUS LIVING ROOM LEADS TO GREAT UNDERCOVER DECK s 4HREE BEDROOMS PLUS A SUNROOM s "EAUTIFUL POLISHED TIMBER mOORS THROUGHOUT s .EW MODERN KITCHEN AND BATHROOM WITH FEATURE TILING s ,OADS OF CAR ACCOMMODATION WITH A THREE BAY SHED s ,ARGE FENCED REAR YARD WITH SIDE ACCESS FOR CARS AND BOATS s #LOSE TO PRIVATE AND PUBLIC HOSPITALS WALK TO THE AQUATIC CENTRE s 7ALK TO TOWN AND SCHOOLS s /PPORTUNITY TO DEVELOP THE HOUSE FURTHER

INSPECT By Appointment CAROLANS 5441 1344 DEB ALDOUS 0438 985 336 WEB www.carolans.net ID#1189586

GOLDEN BEACH 4!9,/2 !6%.5%

The Perfect Mix ...Lifestyle and Privacy

Location, Location, Location!

&ROM THE MOMENT YOU ENTER YOU JUST KNOW THAT THIS HOUSE OFFERS THE PERFECT BLEND BETWEEN BEING YOUR SANCTUARY AND YOUR ENTERTAINER ALL IN ONE 4HE UNIQUE DESIGNER INSPIRED LIVING AREAS OFFER SPACE FUNCTION AND mOW !PPOINTED WITH GENEROUS BEDROOMS THE MASTER FEATURING LARGE ENSUITE WITH SPA !LL YOUR FAMILY NEEDS WILL BE SERVICED WITH OFlCE LARGE MEDIA ROOM CHILDREN S RETREAT AND CAR GARAGE &INALLY AS YOU STEP OUTSIDE TO THE LARGE WRAP AROUND BALCONIES OVERLOOKING THE POOL AND "ALINESE GAZEBO YOU WILL KNOW THIS CAN BE YOUR HOME FOR A LONG TIME AUCTION Friday 22nd January from 11am at The Events Centre, Maroochy RSL INSPECT Saturday 10.30-11.15am COASTAL 5477 5107 TONY PERRI 0412 531986 WEB realestate.com.au ID#10619322

ALEXANDRA HEADLAND /+).*! 2/!$

$529,000

3ITUATED ON A SQM BLOCK IS THIS SOLID RENDERED BRICK HOME IN THE MOST SOUGHT AFTER AREA OF 'OLDEN "EACH &EATURING FT CEILINGS THREE LARGE BUILT IN BEDROOMS ONE BATHROOM LARGE ENCLOSED SUNROOM SEPARATE LOUNGE AND DINING AREAS AND SPACIOUS KITCHEN AS WELL AS A $,5' A COVERED PATIO TO ENTERTAIN AND LOVELY TREED GARDEN 7ITH ALL AMENITIES SO CLOSE YOU CAN JUST PARK YOUR CAR AND WALK TO THE LOCAL SHOPS RESTAURANTS BEACHES AND SCHOOLS "UY NOW WITH A VIEW OF RETIRING IN A COUPLE OF YEARS AUCTION 16th January On-Site at 12 noon INSPECT By Appointment CAROLANS 5441 1344 PETER WRIGLEY 0407 374 349 WEB www.carolans.net/1241343

PETER CROWE 0409 644 455

ALEXANDRA HEADLAND !0!24-%.4 !,%8 "%!#( 2%3/24 !,%8!.$2! 0$%

Walk To The Beach At Alexandra Headland

$220,000

Alex Beachfront Apartment

s 6ERY NEAT AND HOMELY LOWSET BRICK HOME s 0RIVATE EASTERN PATIO AREA s (IGH CEILINGS s /PEN PLAN LOUNGE DINING POSITIONED IN NORTH EAST CORNER s DOUBLE BUILT IN BEDROOMS s 2ICH COLOURED TIMBER KITCHEN s 3POT LIT WITH A SKYLIGHT s ,OCK UP GARAGE s &ULLY FENCED s 7ALK TO BEACH SHOPS AND TRANSPORT s SQM BLOCK INSPECT Saturday 11-11.30am MAROOCHYDORE 07 5409 9910 SHANE PURSSELL 0402 012 142 WEB www.mfnre.com.au/1224956

Beerwah - 5494 6444 Caloundra - 5499 5600 Cooroy - 5447 6888

AUCTION

s BEDROOM APARTMENT s -ODERN LIVING DESIGN ON RD LEVEL s /CEAN GLIMPSES s &ULLY FURNISHED s !IR CONDITIONED s 0ERMANENT TENANT PAYS PWK s %XTENSIVE RESORT FACILITIES INCLUDING LAGOON POOLS GYM BBQ s /PPOSITE FAMOUS !LEXANDRA (EADLAND BEACH s -INUTES FROM SHOPS RESTAURANTS TRANSPORT AND BEACH

INSPECT Saturday 1-1.30pm MAROOCHYDORE 07 5409 9910 SHANE PURSSELL 0402 012 142 WEB www.mfnre.com.au/1238415

Kawana - 5477 5107 Maroochydore - 5479 6600 Mooloolaba - 5444 3455

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BUDERIM ! $)8/. 2/!$

$349,000 NEG.

MAROOCHYDORE

Build Your Dream on ME!!!

Nothing Will Ever Be Between Me and the Water!

This rare 1217m2 block of land allows you to create your dream home!

This unique property on Duporth Ave is one of the few properties right on the waters edge. Eight floor with 180 degree panoramic RIVER OCEAN VIEWS VIEWS OVER -AROOCHYDORE "UDERIM HILL s 4WO AND A HALF BEDROOMS TWO BATHROOMS s #OMBINED LIVING DINING s !IR CONDITIONED s .ORTH FACING BALCONY s *ETTY AND MANICURED GROUNDS s 'REAT POOL AND SPA TENNIS COURT AND BARBECUE AREA

s ./ LOOK ALIKE HOMES s ./ WALL TO WALL HOUSES Tucked away from it all but regular buses to all shops, schools, University and quick exit to the Bruce Highway.

34!+% 9/52 #,!)- /. -% ./7

INSPECT By Appointment MOOLOOLABA 5444 3455 ROSALIND NEMME 0419 619 451 WEB www.mooloolabafirstnational.com/1213183

INSPECT By Appointment MOOLOOLABA 5444 3455 ROSALIND NEMME 0419 619 451 WEB www.mooloolabafirstnational.com/1243277

MOOLOOLABA

$295,000

LITTLE MOUNTAIN 452."529 342%%4

$365,000 NEG.

A Sound Investment for the Shrewd Investor!

HELP! I Need a House!!

! GREAT LITTLE EARNER WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE OF -OOLOOLABA AND !LEX "EACHES WITH TRANSPORT RIGHT AT THE FRONT DOOR ,OW BODY #ORP fees, great capital growth. s 4WO LARGE BEDROOMS s 3PACIOUS DINING AND LIVING AREA s 4WO BATHROOMS s .ORTH FACING BALCONY s ,OCK UP GARAGE

An elevated 877m2 block in a quiet residential cul-de-sac, surrounded by quality new homes. Here is you opportunity to build your dream home in an area with potential for huge capital growth.

Transport, shops and schools all in close proximity.

INSPECT By Appointment MOOLOOLABA 5444 3455 ROSALIND NEMME 0419 619 451 WEB www.mooloolabafirstnational.com/1243270

INSPECT By Appointment MOOLOOLABA 5444 3455 ROSALIND NEMME 0419 619 451 WEB www.mooloolabafirstnational.com/1242131

MINYAMA

$400,000+

2%!$9 3%4 "5),$

MOOLOOLABA

Take Advantage of the Knockout View!

SIPPY DOWNS

$499,000 NEG.

$450,000 NEG.

Wow, Wow and Wow Again!

This beautifully appointed unit is situated on deepwater! s 4WO BEDROOMS TWO BATHROOMS s 7IDE BALCONY s 0OOL SPA SAUNA AND GYM IN COMPLEX s 0ONTOON AVAILABLE s 7ALK TO MEDICAL FACILITIES +AWANA 3HOPPING #ENTRE AND Kawana Hotel 3ECURE YOUR FUTURE .OW 0RICES ARE ABOUT TO SORE

-OOLOOLABA TOWNHOUSE AND IT S PET FRIENDLY )F YOU WANT PERFECTION THIS IS THE PROPERTY )F YOU WANT A TENANT THE CURRENT OWNER WILL rent back! Beautifully maintained surrounds, pool, BBQ area and TENNIS COURT IN THE COMPLEX 7ALK TO LOCAL SHOPS SHORT DRIVE TO beach. s 4HREE BEDROOMS MASTER WITH WALK THRU ROBE ENSUITE AND BALCONY s 4WO SEPARATE LIVING AREAS s 2EAR COURTYARD s 2EMOTE CONTROLLED GARAGE

INSPECT By Appointment MOOLOOLABA 5444 3455 ROSALIND NEMME 0419 619 451 WEB www.mooloolabafirstnational.com/1242090

INSPECT By Appointment MOOLOOLABA 5444 3455 ROSALIND NEMME 0419 619 451 WEB www.mooloolabafirstnational.com/1213137

$475,000

MOOLOOLABA

$295,000

MOOLOOLABA

$365,000

MOOLOOLABA

$390,000

Brand New Home!!

Mooloolaba Beach Location

Mooloolaba – Triplex

A Special Townhouse!!

s &IVE SPACIOUS BEDROOMS s /PEN PLAN DESIGN s +ITCHEN HAS GAS APPLIANCES s 1UALITY lT OUT THROUGHOUT s $OUBLE LOCK UP GARAGE WITH INTERNAL ACCESS s 2OOM FOR A POOL

,EAVE THE CAR AT HOME AND WALK ONLY METRES TO THE BEACH #OLES RESTAURANTS ETC x s &ULLY RENOVATED UNIT THROUGHOUT s 3MALL BLOCK OF FOUR s 4WO BEDROOM OPEN PLAN DESIGN s %XCELLENT TENANTS GOOD RETURN

(/53% 3):%$ 6),,! s 4WO BEDROOMS ONE BATHROOM s 3MALL BLOCK OF THREE s ,OW BODY CORPORATE s 3INGLE LOCK UP GARAGE WITH INTERNAL ACCESS s (UGE FENCED YARD s #LOSE TO -OOLOOLABA "EACH AND CAFES

-OOLOOLABA )NVESTMENT /PPORTUNITY s 3MALL COMPLEX s 2ENOVATED THROUGHOUT s 4HREE BEDROOMS LOFT OPEN PLAN DESIGN s 3INGLE LOCK UP GARAGE WITH INTERNAL ACCESS s &ULLY FENCED FRONT YARD s 3HORT WALK TO -OOLOOLABA "EACH

INSPECT By Appointment MOOLOOLABA 5444 3455 NEIL BICKLEY 0412 473 196 WEB www.mooloolabafirstnational/1240690

INSPECT By Appointment MOOLOOLABA 5444 3455 NEIL BICKLEY 0412 473 196 WEB www.mooloolabafirstnational/282280

INSPECT By Appointment MOOLOOLABA 5444 3455 NEIL BICKLEY 0412 473 196 WEB www.mooloolabafirstnational/1228027

INSPECT By Appointment MOOLOOLABA 5444 3455 NEIL BICKLEY 0412 473 196 WEB www.mooloolabafirstnational/1228121

Beerwah - 5494 6444 Caloundra - 5499 5600 Cooroy - 5447 6888

Kawana - 5477 5107 Maroochydore - 5479 6600 Mooloolaba - 5444 3455

Nambour - 5441 1344 Pacific Paradise - 5448 8088 Palmwoods - 5445 9666

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Proudly marketed by JULIE COFFEY KAWANA ISLAND 3!2$).)! 0,!#%

AUCTION

KAWANA ISLAND #5"! #/524 +!7!.! )3,!.$

$785,000

Opportunity Knocks!

Contemporary Style with European Influences

0OSITIONED JUST A SHORT STROLL TO THE WATERFRONT BOARDWALK AND LOCAL PARKS MAKE THIS BEDROOM RESIDENCE A DESIRABLE proposition. &EATURES INCLUDE s SPACIOUS BEDROOMS WITH BUILT INS AND FANS s -ODERN KITCHEN WITH TWO PAK AND PLENTY OF BENCH SPACE s 3IDE ACCESS FOR BOAT OR CARAVAN s 4WO SEPARATE LIVING AREAS s &ULLY FENCED GARDEN PERFECT FOR CHILDREN AND PETS /WNERS COMMITTED ELSEWHERE SEIZE THE OPPORTUNITY

From the moment you set foot through the foyer a sense of style and space is eminent. s 4WO STOREY BEDROOM BATHROOM PLUS STUDY s 3TUNNING KITCHEN WITH #AESAR STONE MM GAS OVEN TOP s ,UXURIOUS MASTER BEDROOM AND ENSUITE s 2ESORT STYLE POOL AND OUTSIDE ENTERTAINING AREA ,OCATED IN ONE OF THE ISLANDS ENVIABLE LOCATIONS WITH PARKLAND AND WATERFRONT BOARDWALK ONLY STEPS AWAY AND A FRIENDLY neighbourhood community.

INSPECT Saturday 2nd January 2-2.30pm COASTAL 5477 5107 JULIE COFFEY MALCOLM LOW 0416 141 065 0400 181 818 or WEB realestate.com.au (#106138308) 5458 5888

AUCTION In Rooms - Friday 22nd January @ 11am INSPECT Saturday 2nd January 3-3.30pm COASTAL 5477 5107 JULIE COFFEY 0416 141 065

KAWANA ISLAND 3!.4/2).) #/524 +!7!.! )3,!.$

$675,000

KAWANA ISLAND !.4)'5! #/524

$894,000

Serenity Awaits

Exceptional Waterfront Buying – Within Reach

4HE CREATIVE USE OF NATURAL LIGHT THROUGHOUT THE HOME AND THE SOARING CEILINGS MAXIMISE THE COOLING COASTAL BREEZES AND GIVES THIS property a calming ambience. s &OUR BEDROOMS MAIN BEDROOM BOASTS A WALK IN ROBE AND STYLISH ensuite s 3PACIOUS MODERN KITCHEN WITH PLENTY OF CUPBOARDS AND BENCH space s 3PARKLING RESORT STYLE POOL WITH UNDER ROOF ENTERTAINING AREA s /THER FEATURES !IR CONDITIONING DOUBLE GARAGE FULLY FENCED garden

%VER DREAMED OF LIVING ON WATERFRONT WITH DEEP WATER OCEAN ACCESS BUT THOUGHT IT WAS OUT OF REACH %VER VISUALIZED YOURSELF LIVING IN A LARGE BEDROOM HOME WITH MULTIPLY LIVING AREAS HIGH CEILINGS QUALITY lTTINGS AND lXTURES PLUS A POOL BUT THOUGHT IT WAS OUT OF REACH 7ELL THINK AGAIN s 3PACIOUS MASTER WITH 7)2 PLUS ENSUITE AND SPA s SEPARATE LIVING AREAS INCLUDING MEDIA ROOM s %XPANSIVE KITCHEN WITH #AESAR STONE BENCHES s 0ONTOON INSPECT Saturday 2nd January 12-12.30pm COASTAL 5477 5107 JULIE COFFEY 0416 141 065 WEB Realestate.com.au (#105994132)

INSPECT Saturday 2nd January 1-1.30pm COASTAL 5477 5107 JULIE COFFEY 0416 141 065 WEB Realestate.com.au (#106211126)

KAWANA ISLAND &)*) #/524

$829,000

KAWANA ISLAND

HIGH $300,000s

KAWANA ISLAND

LOW $400,000s

+!7!.! 7!9

#/23)#! 0,!#%

Rare as Hen’s Teeth – Caravan Parking

Island’s Gem

.OT ONLY HAS THIS IMPECCABLE BEDROOM BATHROOM 6ILLA HAVE CARAVAN PARKING AND OFFER A PET FRIENDLY COMMUNITY IT ALSO POSSESSES PRIVACY DUE TO NO NEIGHBOURS TO THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE PROPERTY 4HE OPEN PLAN AND SPACIOUS LIVING AREA DINING mOWS OUT TO THE .ORTH EAST UNDER ROOF ENTERTAINING AREA

0ERFECTLY SUITED FOR lRST HOME BUYERS INVESTORS OR THOSE DOWNSIZING IS THIS GORGEOUS COTTAGE IDEALLY LOCATED IN A QUIET CUL DE SAC AND FACING A PARK RESERVE s -ODERN KITCHEN BEDROOMS PLUS A STUDY s "ATHROOM WITH TWIN VANITIES AND DOUBLE SIZED SHOWER s /PEN PLAN DINING LOUNGE WITH TIMBER SHUTTERS

INSPECT Saturday 2nd January 11-11.30am COASTAL 5477 5107 JULIE COFFEY 0416 141 065

INSPECT Saturday 2nd January 11-11.30am COASTAL 5477 5107 JULIE COFFEY 0416 141 065

Meticulous Executive Home 5PON ENTERING THIS SPECTACULAR HOME IT IS APPARENT THAT NO compromise has been made regarding quality. s 4WO STOREY BEDROOMS PLUS STUDY s %XQUISITE KITCHEN WITH STONE BENCH TOPS BURNER GAS COOK TOP PLUMBED FRIDGE SPACE AND THE LARGEST OF WALK IN PANTRY S s ,ARGE 2ESORT 3TYLE POOL WITH SPA TIMBER DECK s 3EPARATE MEDIA ROOM s BATHROOMS s ,UXURIOUS MASTER WITH ENSUITE

INSPECT Saturday 2nd January12-12.30pm COASTAL 5477 5107 JULIE COFFEY 0416 141 065 WEB Realestate.com.au (#106078846)

Beerwah - 5494 6444 Caloundra - 5499 5600 Cooroy - 5447 6888

Kawana - 5477 5107 Maroochydore - 5479 6600 Mooloolaba - 5444 3455

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market tracker

A list of what’s recently sold on the Coast <$500,000 $500,000 – $1 million >$1 million Unit 9 ‘The Headlands’, 268 Alexandra Parade, Alexandra Headland Sold for: $440,000 Features: 2 bed, 1 bath, 1 car Agency: Mooloolaba Real Estate Sales Agent: Col Roper Unit 12 ‘Headland Tropicana’, 274 Alexandra Parade, Alexandra Headland Sold for: $394,000 Features: 2 bed, 2 bath, 1 car Agency: Waterfront & Coastal Property Sales Agent: Nigel Baker 82 Gallery Drive, Bli Bli Sold for: $1.9 million Features: 4 bed, 3 bath, 5 car Agency: Next Property Group Sales Agent: Damien Michael 6/5 Barnes Drive, Buderim Sold for: $255,000 Features: 3 bed, 1 bath, 1 car Agency: RE/MAX Buderim Sales Agent: Darren Rix

51 Eckersley Avenue, Buderim Sold for: $1.1 million Features: 6 bed, 3 bath, 5 car Agency: Next Property Group Sales Agent: Rebecca Nolan

10 Highton Court, Buderim Sold for: $600,000 Features: 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Agency: Brown Realty Buderim Sales Agent: Richard Meacle

20 Shrapnel Street, Buderim Sold for: $990,000 Features: 4 bed, 3 bath, 2 car Agency: Next Property Group Sales Agent: Craig Porter

24 Quambi Place, Buderim Sold for: $493,000 Features: 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Agency: Brown Realty Buderim Sales Agent: Pam Paten

721 Maroochydore Road, Forest Glen Sold for: $330,000 Features: 3 bed, 1 bath, 3 car Agency: RE/MAX Buderim Sales Agent: Vicki Flint

48/4 Grand Parade, Kawana Island Sold for: $445,000 Features: 3 bed, 3 bath, 2 car Agency: First National Coastal Sales Agent: Warren Selvage

This home was on the market for three weeks. There were several offers before locals buyers from Rosemount bought it as their retirement home.

MARCOOLA 6/2-6 GLEN COURT

OFFERS OVER $235,000

Beginners Luck - Beachside Unit What an opportunity to get into the market with this great buy.

Neat, ground floor, split level unit just a short stroll to Marcoola Beach. Two bedrooms, one bathroom and lock-up garage with internal access. Complex has an in-ground pool and bbq area.

Shops, restaurants and public transport just around the corner.

Be quick. Won’t last!

3 Wilguy Crescent, Buderim Sold for: $500,000 Features: 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Agency: RE/MAX Buderim Sales Agent: Andrew Kirby

37 Alicia Circuit, Little Mountain Sold for: $418,500 Features: 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Agency: RE/MAX Caloundra Sales Agent: Jackie Marker

A family who had recently moved from interstate and had been living in Buderim bought this home after it spent five weeks on the market. They plan to do some small renovations.

INSPECT By Appointment KENNEDY FIRST NATIONAL 5448 8088 LYN KENNEDY 0413 225 728 WEB www.kennedyfirstnational.com.au

MINYAMA 2/66 JESSICA BLVD

$380,000

Extremely Large Top Floor Apartment

79 Thrushs Road, Dulong Sold for: $410,000 Features: 2 bed, 1 bath, 1 car Agency: Keyline Realty

If you desire bigger than big living then this apartment is for you.

From the moment you step onto the extremely large fully tiled wrap around balcony you know you are stepping out onto 201sqm of apartment living. The apartment is fully tiled throughout with airy open plan lounge, dining and quality kitchen. King size master bedroom with ensuite with the second bedroom being ensuited as well. Security screens on all windows and doors, DLUG and within walking distance to shops and parks.

INSPECT By Appointmnet CAROLANS 5441 1344 PETER WRIGLEY 0407 374 349 WEB www.carolans.net/1224169 Beerwah - 5494 6444 Caloundra - 5499 5600 Cooroy - 5447 6888

Kawana - 5477 5107 Maroochydore - 5479 6600 Mooloolaba - 5444 3455

Nambour - 5441 1344 Pacific Paradise - 5448 8088 Palmwoods - 5445 9666

32 Peony Circuit, Little Mountain Sold for: $482,000 Features: 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Agency: First National Coastal Sales Agent: Conon Begley 22/19 Arwen Street, Maroochydore Sold for: $285,000 Features: 2 bed, 1 bath, 1 car Agency: RE/MAX Mooloolaba Sales Agent: Jenni Laughlin

This property spent nine days on the market before selling to buyers from Brisbane who bought it as an investment.

3 Bolwarra Place, Meridan Plains Sold for: $503,000 Features: 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Agency: RE/MAX Caloundra Sales Agent: Jackie Marker

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market tracker Unit 3 ‘Bulawayo’, 21 Barooga Crescent, Mooloolaba

10 Lacebark Street, Meridan Plains Sold for: $387,5000 Features: 3 bed, 2 bath, 1 car Agency: RE/MAX Caloundra Sales Agent: Jackie Marker

Sold for: Features: Agency: Sales Agent:

$307,000 2 bed, 1 bath, 1 car Waterfront & Coastal Property Ian Baker & Nigel Baker

118 Suncoast Beach Drive, Mount Coolum Sold for: $475,270 Features: 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Agency: RE/MAX Coolum Sales Agent: Geoff Grover

13 Livistona Place, Twin Waters Sold for: $705,000 Features: 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Agency: LJ Hooker Twin Waters Sales Agent: Grant Ormrod

This home sold to a local buyer looking for an investment property on Kawana Island.

12 Killarney Crescent, Nambour Sold for: $375,000 Features: 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Agency: Keyline Realty

253/25 St Vincents Court, Minyama Sold for: $287,000 Features: 2 bed, 1 bath, 1 car Agency: First National Coastal Sales Agent: Conon Begley

11 Flores Street, Parrearra Sold for: $587,000 Features: 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Agency: First National Coastal Sales Agent: Julie Coffey

12 Fitzroy Court, Parrearra Sold for: $420,000 Features: 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Agency: RE/MAX Mooloolaba Sales Agent: Hannah Chapman

36/50 Aspland Street, Nambour Sold for: $354,900 Features: 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Agency: Victor Realty Sales Agent: Craig Heppell

12 Rapanea Street, Meridan Plains Sold for: $347,000 Features: Land Agency: RE/MAX Caloundra Sales Agent: Jackie Marker & Michael Kettle

5 Kindal Court, Palmwoods Sold for: $575,000 Features: 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Agency: Elders Palmwoods Sales Agent: Adam Leach

75 Baywater Drive, Twin Waters Sold for: $750,000 Features: 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Agency: LJ Hooker Twin Waters Sales Agent: Grant Ormrod

61 Lachlan Avenue, Nambour Sold for: $194,000 Features: Land Agency: Victor Realty Sales Agent: Craig Heppell

Buderim buyers snapped up this home after it spent four days on the market. They loved the privacy of the corner block.

This 873-square metre block sold to a local builder from Palmwoods.

97/185 Gympie Terrace, Noosaville Sold for: $345,000 Features: 3 bed, 2 bath, 1 car Agency: RE/MAX Property Associates Sales Agent: Peter Queitzsch

<$500,000 $500,000 – $1 million >$1 million *As supplied by contributing real estate agencies

mortgage tracker Lender

Basic Rate

Comparison Intro Comparison Rate Rate Variable Rate

Intro Term

Standard Comparison Variable Rate Rate

3 yr Fixed

Comparison Rate

5yr Fixed

Comparison Rate

AMP

6.34%

6.39%

6.14%

6.79%

12 mths

6.69%

6.84%

7.89%

7.20%

8.39%

7.63%

ANZ

5.96%

6.01%

-

-

-

6.66%

6.76%

7.69%

7.04%

8.04%

7.38%

Bankwest

6.43%

6.44%

5.55%

6.66%

12 mths

6.55%

6.76%

7.79%

7.10%

8.09%

7.44%

Commonwealth Bank

6.10%

6.23%

5.58%

6.63%

12 mths

6.61%

6.74%

7.74%

7.07%

8.04%

7.39%

Citibank

6.53%

6.58%

-

-

-

6.88%

7.02%

7.99%

7.35%

8.49%

7.76%

Heritage

5.89%

5.94%

-

-

-

6.30%

6.40%

7.75%

6.82%

7.95%

7.15%

Homeside

6.08%

6.11%

-

-

-

6.52%

6.64%

7.49%

6.75%

7.79%

7.09%

ING

5.94%

5.94%

-

-

-

6.54%

6.66%

7.79%

6.51%

8.14%

6.97%

NAB

6.28%

6.32%

5.40%

6.53%

12 mths

6.49%

6.62%

7.59%

6.94%

7.89%

7.25%

RAMS

6.01%

6.14%

5.58%

6.21%

24 mths

6.48%

6.55%

7.29%

6.86%

7.74%

7.20%

St George

6.10%

6.15%

5.55%

6.73%

12 mths

6.68%

6.84%

7.49%

7.08%

7.89%

7.39%

Suncorp

6.11%

6.16%

-

-

-

6.69%

6.84%

7.54%

7.09%

7.94%

7.41%

The Rock

-

-

-

-

-

6.89%

6.99%

7.39%

7.13%

7.99%

7.49%

Westpac

6.06%

6.11%

-

-

-

6.76%

6.89%

7.59%

7.14%

7.94%

7.43%

Rates are current as at 15th of December 2009 and are subject to change. Comparison rates are based on a loan of $150,000 over a term of 25 yrs. Comparison rate schedules are available from Complete Finance at 112 Brisbane Rd Mooloolaba Q 4557. WARNING: These comparison rates are true only for the examples given and may not include all fees and charges. Different terms, fees or other loan amounts might result in a different comparison rate.

PLANNING ON LOOKING FOR PROPERTY THIS HOLIDAY SEASON? CALL US NOW! Find out how much you can borrow or apply for a pre-approval to give yourself a stronger bargaining advantage on the property you want.

p 5443 5500 m 0417 074 485 - Tony Gray www.completefinance.net tony@completefinance.net

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expert snapshot

Get set for 2010 Real estate marketing expert Julie Ryan offers her advice for home owners and investors. he property market in 2009 has had its share of sensitive to the issues of energy-efficient homes and a difficulties, but for Sunshine Coasters, these are location that does not require heavy reliance on a car. Visit relatively small and likely to be short-lived. www.walkscore.com and enter your property’s address to While markets are complex in nature, the factor see how it rates on a walk-ability index. Those in this part that has the greatest impact on a property market is the of the market would be wise to take advantage of the number of distressed sales that occur. These usually happen Australian Government’s Green Homes Program, which because of unemployment or business failure. We have not allows for free assessment. Many will also be eligible for the seen the levels of unemployment that was feared, and this Green Loans scheme. has largely saved the lower and middle parts of the market.

Strong growth in prices and volume is predicted in the The luxury market has been the one most impacted by luxury market by the end of 2010. There may be a little the global financial crisis. Huge numbers of people in this more pain for this segment first, as lenders may hold off segment of the market have been badly affected by the forcing a sale until they see the market improving. Once savaging the stock market has seen. This has been more these sales are ‘out of the system’, this part of the market than just a blow to confidence, with large numbers of has the capacity to rebound very quickly. people facing margin calls necessitating the need to sell.

Recent figures show an increase in median property All this has added up to a significant number of distressed prices across the whole nation in October, when compared sales in a segment of the market where few have had with September, which is a sign that property prices may the confidence or means continue to increase. This is to purchase. not only because of increased Many investors are likely to cash I believe we will see confidence in the market, but in at least some of their shares moderate to strong growth the return of activity in the across all sectors in 2010. In higher priced brackets will and head back into the property particular, I expect we will see mean the median price is likely market in search of any bargains a rebound in prices for luxury to increase in 2010. property by the end of 2010.

Sellers frequently become The entry-level market is usually the first to recover unnecessarily concerned with the state of an existing from any ‘down’. Given that this part of the market has been market. If you are buying and selling on the same market, boosted by the increased First Home Owner Grant, it is a few per cent difference in sale price is likely to apply when likely to only see modest improvement throughout the year. you re-purchase. For sellers moving up in price, it can even Investors are returning to the market, but not without work in your favour to sell on a quieter market. For a seller some difficulty. The level of fixed-interest rate loans has who could achieve $400,000 in the current market and who had a particularly negative impact on the willingness of intends to move up to the $600,000 price range, a 10 per investors to make a move. Investors look to fixed interest cent increase in the market would mean they would achieve rate loans because of the certainty they give them. The $440,000 for their home but need to re-purchase at gap between fixed and variable rate mortgages is closing, $660,000, leaving them $20,000 worse off. So, if you are but it will still take a further five or so interest rate rises moving up in price range, buy as soon as you can. of a quarter of a per cent before variable rates catch up to What will greatly impact on price is the way a property fixed rates. is marketed. Too often marketing is the last thing on a Many well-funded investors are likely to cash in at least seller’s mind, or they mistakenly believe the agent has a some of their shares once they see their values rise and head ‘hidden agenda’ in wanting them to market their property back into the property market in search of any bargains still actively in the media. There are three critical steps in to be found. This is likely to fuel strong price growth in the achieving optimum sales results (see box below). upper-middle and luxury markets.

When it comes to interest rates, the Reserve Bank has Moderate growth is likely in the mid-price range, with acted preemptively in the size and frequency of rate rises in some special factors emerging as important. This segment a way that seems out of step with the rate of recovery is sensitive to increasing interest rates and increased evident in the general economy. The key reason for this is transport costs. As we move into recovery, fuel and energy the medium-term outlook for inflation is not good and if costs are likely to rise steeply, making home owners more inflationary pressures start to gather momentum, the RBA

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would have to raise interest rates significantly and rapidly, causing much more pain for borrowers. Regardless of your views of the size of the economic stimulus package, there is no doubt that this type of spending helps to avoid recession. The ‘dark side’, however, is that this new debt needs to repaid at some point in the future, meaning taxes must rise. The longer it takes for the debt to be repaid, the more pressure there is on the available funds for householders to borrow (in other words, if the government has borrowings, it is harder for householders and business to get borrowings). This all adds up to continued upward pressure on interest rates, both at the official level (RBA) and at the lending level (because banks are paying more to have funds available to lend).

As a dream destination for many people from Australia and around the world, the Sunshine Coast will continue to hold its value much more strongly than other regions. We really do have it all – the sea, the hinterland, security and natural beauty. As a result, demand for property here is stronger than it is for other regions and this is likely to continue throughout 2010.

Despite much criticism about availability of land for development and its cost, we are reasonably well off here when compared with other states. This means that young people looking to build are ‘driven out’ of high-cost locations interstate and their re-location here gives us both demand for property and an available workforce.

Additionally, statistics from the 2006 Census show that young people move out of home earlier than the figures for any other state (other than the Northern Territory). Here just 52.3 per cent of 15- to 24-year-olds live with parents, compared with 63.9 per cent who do in Sydney. This is largely seen as an impact of affordability of housing in relevant locations. Our Achilles’ heel is lack of infrastructure, particularly the delay in the long-promised projects such as the new hospital.

As an advisor to the government on real estate matters, Julie offers these tips to achieving the best sales result: SELECTION PROCESS: Select an agent who is active and experienced in your kind of property, a strong operator in your area and someone you feel comfortable in having frank discussions with. Work closely with him or her to formulate the method of sale and promotional strategy.

GENERATE THE HYPE: The strongest possible interest needs to be generated in your property within the first month or so. Buyers are greatly re-assured by other people’s interest in a property and become concerned about ‘what’s wrong’ with a property that has been on the market

for some time. Sellers frequently believe that they will achieve their ideal price if they wait, yet statistics prove the opposite.

GET EMOTIONAL: Make the property appealing to the likely buyer. Even investors make decisions based on their emotional reaction to a property, so it pays to make it appeal. Here are some tips: • Create appeal: Consider your home’s street appeal. If you are on a tight budget, a clean-up and green-up will do.

• Keep it neutral: Stick to a neutral colour palette that will appeal to a range of buyers and provide a blank canvas.

• Make me over: If you can afford to do so, a makeover of your property might help it sell faster and possibly for a higher price. Buyers do not want to have to spend the time, effort and money on their new home right away. On a tight budget, focus on clearing clutter, eliminating mold, mildew and dust and paying attention to the general state of repair. A fresh coat of paint works wonders and remember, a single handle hanging loose on a kitchen cupboard could have your buyer running out the door or punishing you on price, because they fear there may be many more things wrong with the property they cannot see.

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commercial snapshot

They’re coming back Investor confidence is slowly returning to the commercial property market, with expectation for 2010 much higher than 2009. nvestors, home owners and developers will perhaps be glad to see the back of 2009. The Sunshine Coast’s residential property market never really suffered the great slump that was experienced in other parts of the country, or the world. The first-home boost and government stimulus helped the lower end of the market, and it was only really top-end properties that experienced a downturn in sales.

Commercial property, though, didn’t fare as well.

A report from Colliers International, published in May 2009, was not easy reading for Sunshine Coast commercial property investors. In January the vacancy rate for office stock was 10.9 per cent. That was a significant rise from the 6.98 per cent vacancy rate of 12 months before. The report concluded that the future of the local commercial market – which includes office, industrial and retail space – is unclear even with the Coast’s anticipated population growth and infrastructure development. Rising unemployment and an unclear economic outline are the unknowns, though in the last half of the year these factors showed improvement.

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Earlier this month MPR spoke to Aaron Parker from Propell National Valuers, which had issued figures on the state of commercial property on the Sunshine Coast.

He said that industrial and retail leasing figures were active, while office rentals were not faring as well.

Webbers First National agent Greg Hobbins agreed that office space is hard to let during unstable economic times. “Businesses are still growing, but there is some hesitation out there.” Greg said that tenants this year were prepared to stay put when perhaps in the past they would have moved on to rent bigger and better premises as their businesses grew.

In terms of sales, it was a similar story, with industrial and retail units performing well while office sales were slower. Aaron said at the time, “It’s the real quality properties that are selling, especially those that have good tenants in place.”

Commercial agent Brian Roy, from Mooloolaba Real Estate, agreed. “The investors are there as long as the yields are very good – above eight per cent,” he said.

But the outlook for next year is more positive. A survey by Colliers International a few months ago showed clear signs that investors were ready to get back

in the market. Colliers reported that 64 per cent of the investors surveyed believed that the national property market was past the bottom of the cycle and the upswing would occur in the first six months of 2010. But more importantly the investors believed the time to purchase more property was coming, with 69 per cent planning to buy in the next 12 months.

So we face the end of 2009 with higher expectations than we began it, and if the Sunshine Coast can keep unemployment low and population growth strong, developers and owners should expect investors to return to the local commercial property market.

property is stacking up as a viable investment believe that 2010 will be an extremely important alternative. We will have a mixture of sellers this year year for the property market, which should see and there should be fewer forced sales, which will be property values stabilise and I believe grow by great, although interest rates will continue to rise and around five per cent. The dramatic ebb and flow this will force some people to re-asses their situations. of the 2009 market will be behind us and will I believe that we will end up in a draw this year! be replaced with a more stable market. The The level of stock has decreased over the past underpinning of our market, certainly over the past six months and this is causing 10 years, is migration. some compression in the We will still have a housing We will still have a housing market, particularly in the lower under supply in 2010, although under supply in 2010, end and also the entry-level some key developments are prestige end. 2009 will be well although some developments helping to alleviate this, but this regarded by buyers as there solid demand for prime position are helping to alleviate this has been some amazing deals property will help keep nudging done to the benefit of the buyer, but these deals will prices upward. be less common in 2010, although the market in There is a welcome return of investors into the general still represents excellent value. marketplace and for the first time in many years

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Alexandra Headland Features: Auction date: Result: Agency: Sales agent:

9 Tranquil Place 5 bed, 3 bath, 2 car December 19 Passed in.

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28 Jessica Boulevard 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car December 19 Passed in. Currently negotiating.

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31 Webb Ellis Court 5 bed, 4 bath, 2 car December 19 Passed in. Listed at $1,050,000.

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1 Oak Court 3 bed, 3 bath, 3 car December 19 Auction postponed.

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1 Bandalong Street 4 bed, 3 bath, 2 car December 19 Passed in. Listed at $1.65 million.

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The outlook for 2010 – I feel that there will continue to be strong growth into in the coming year.

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but there’s a lot more than luck making our property market run hot. We have already seen a resurgence of the property investment market. Investors have the view to invest now – they know that prices will never be cheaper.

I predict strong capital growth over the next year and the years to come. For investors, 2010 will be seen as the best time to invest in the next 100 years.

Even after the last series of rate increases, we still have low interest rates and strong rental returns that have also helped to make property an attractive and safe option for people to invest again.

The real estate clock on the Sunshine Coast is ticking. There are still well-priced properties that will be snapped up early in 2010. The market on the Coast is set to record another strong year, as fears from business and individuals abate after the excitement and worry of the past two years.

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The declaration will cover four key areas: energy, water, access and safety.

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yourself, with the help of a reference guide available from the Department of Infrastructure and Planning website. The form must be completed to the best of your knowledge and ability, but if you don’t have the information to answer a particular question you can leave it blank.

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t Platinum, we have noticed a really putting them in a stronger position to purchase positive finish to the year with a number their dream home. of our properties in and around the I would expect the local property market to $800,000 mark selling fairly quickly in just move quite freely in the first quarter of 2010, under 45 days. and the early $1 million price range to move well, as buyers look These positive to waterfront and signs in this last I would expect the local property market quarter are giving beachfront locations to move quite freely in the first quarter as it may be the last hope to an excellent first quarter start to chance to buy well in of 2010, and the early $1 million range to the year in 2010 with move well, as buyers look to waterfront and this prestige market. fresh new listings I would expect beachfront locations as it may be the last coming on now. the market to stay We have noticed quite strong in the chance to buy well in the prestige market a real knock-on effect low- to mid-range in the prestige market price brackets and I expect that it will continue to be stable right through to mid too – where our buyers at that level have sold two or three investment properties to first-home buyers, next year.

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What a decade Peregian Springs has much to celebrate as the community enters its 10th year.

KP has planned a host of new additions for Peregian Springs in 2010 as the village enters its next decade of growth.

A suite of new features will be introduced in 2010 to coincide with the village’s 10th birthday, ensuring Peregian Springs keeps ahead of the lifestyle expectations of its residents, who are now part of a 2000-strong community.

New additions slated for early 2010 include Peregian Springs’ final 38-lot land release, the opening of the Peregian Springs State School and the unveiling of the Ridges Peregian Springs display village.

“Peregian Springs has positioned itself as a leading lifestyle choice for the Sunshine Coast over the past 10 years, evolving with the lifestyle needs and expectations of our residents,’’ says Evian Delfabbro, FKP’s executive general manager of residential and communities.

“Ten years ago, Peregian Springs was merely a concept,” says Evian. “Today, it’s become a lifestyle reality embraced by more than 2000 residents.

“And in 2010, a new wave of residents will join Peregian Springs and Ridges, drawn by new community facilities and the sought-after lifestyle.’’

Since 2000, a host of facilities has been introduced to the suburb, encompassing recreational, educational, dining, business and shopping opportunities.

In 2003, the 18-hole Peregian Springs golf course – the

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Sunshine Coast’s only private members course – opened, offering one of the region’s finest golfing and lifestyle experiences.

“Golf course living doesn’t just appeal to golfers,” Evian says. “Our experience with Peregian Springs has shown many people choose this style of living because they like the ‘green heart’ within the community.

“Early in 2010, FKP will offer the final chapter adjacent to Peregian Springs’ private members golf course.’’

The coming 12 months will be a major year for education within the village, with the opening of the Peregian Springs State School.

The opening of the school complements the private education opportunities offered by St Andrew’s Anglican College, which, since opening in 2003, has become a major education provider in the Sunshine Coast’s growth corridor. St Andrew’s also operates the Little Saints day-care facility.

Adding to the new suburb’s child-minding services in October 2009 was the Tadpoles Early Learning Centre.

Approximately 80 per cent of children enrolled there are from Peregian Springs. “From day one of Peregian Springs’ launch, FKP has been focused on creating a family environment, education and child care has been a central plank in this strategy,’’ Evian says.

“The State Government’s selection of Peregian Springs

to house one of Queensland’s new public schools from 2010 illustrates the important role the village will play within the Sunshine Coast’s growth corridor.’’

FKP celebrated a number of milestones in 2009, including the unveiling of the first house built in Ridges Peregian Springs – a Surf Life Saving lotteries home – the arrival of the first residents to Ridges, and the opening of Ridges’ first display village house by Sunshine Coast-based Eco Dream Homes.

“The display village will be a brilliant showcase of building designs that make the most of Ridges Peregian Springs special environment,’’ Evian says.

IF 2010 IS YOUR YEAR FOR

MAROOCHYDORE 21 Duporth Ave. Maroochydore p 5443 2222

BUDERIM 72 Burnett St. Buderim p 5479 7100

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A work of art Monterey on Buderim is Walter Iezzi’s latest creative accomplishment. roperty developer Walter Iezzi’s vision is simple – to build properties that will stand the test of time through “inspired building excellence”. This vision is a reality after 20 years in the industry and the recent release of Walter’s Monterey project.

Associated with numerous award-winning developments, Walter has also been a leader in residential development on the Sunshine Coast, creating more than $400 million worth of projects.

Walter attributes much of his success to the passion he has for his job. “I derive a lot of satisfaction from my work, particularly the design aspect,” he says. “I look at what I do as art. Projects don’t just happen, they evolve – you create them.”

The latest release is the final stage of Walter’s awardwinning design known as Monterey, situated on Burnett Street, the well-known hub of Buderim. This stage takes in breathtaking ocean and hinterland views while offering residents the tranquility of the surrounding bush land.

Walter says it’s his knowledge of the area that helps set the development apart. “Buderim was one of the original founding regions on the Sunshine Coast. Its history giving it a real sense of depth and soul,” he says.

He has instilled these components into Monterey’s unique terraced architectural character, nestled into the side of the hill overlooking the ocean

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and the expanse of the hinterland.The external features of this final release display two distinct stages, consisting of 15 terraced executive-style apartments in each building that create a feeling of space and privacy.

The attractive architectural buildings have extensive contoured balconies, which curve organically and reflect the nature of the surrounding landscape to create a feeling that the outdoors has been invited in. The elegance of the building form is added to with open-plan living areas plus creative landscapes.

It has been designed with a love of detail including features such as pillar-less design, generous uncluttered living areas, and thoughtful amenities. These include personal elevator access, two undercover parking spaces and intercom security to all apartments.

The interior contains exquisite floor coverings, European appliances, air-conditioning, and superior fixtures and fittings. Situated on Buderim’s eastern escarpment, Monterey incorporates a combination of contemporary open-plan design, attention to detail and superb location, which delivers a unique lifestyle opportunity on the Sunshine Coast.

The homes include two spacious bedrooms plus a spare room that can be used as a media room or second lounge and a further study area. All main bedrooms include

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walk-in robes and ensuites. The designs integrate open-plan living. There are lifts to all levels and there is a communal saltwater pool and barbecue area. The development is also pet friendly.

Apartments start at $490,000 with a 10 per cent deposit and you don’t have to settle until mid 2011.

Phone 1300 553 344 for more information.

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Caloundra’s new Outlook Marketers at this new beachside apartment complex in Caloundra have seen a rush of sales with discerning buyers. urchasers with a keen eye for value are liking what they see at Outlook. The beachside Caloundra apartment complex has experienced a rush of sales activity. The past three weeks has seen five apartments placed under contract at the exclusive eight-storey development marketed by Henzells Agency – four of which sold for less than $500,000.

Project sales consultant for Henzells Agency, Yvonne Adams, says demand for the apartments has been incredible and buyers are taking full advantage of the great value on offer. “We have priced them to please and strongly believe for size and value these are the best-priced apartments in Caloundra,’’ she says.

Placed into receivership at the onset of the global financial crisis during construction three years ago, Outlook represents a rare opportunity to purchase blue-chip property with ocean views at affordable prices.

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positive results for them on this project, and ultimately exceptional value for purchasers.

“We have a situation where the receivers are extremely motivated to sell the remaining seven apartments and are willing to look at all offers,’’ Yvonne says.

Prices start from around $699,000 for the apartments, which are all sub-penthouses.

Located at Caloundra’s highest point atop Canberra Terrace next to the historic 1896 lighthouse, Outlook captures 360-degree views of shipping channels, surrounding beaches, Moreton and Bribie islands, the Glass House Mountains and Pumicestone Passage.

With quality and space at the forefront of the internal

The outlook from Outlook design, apartments are classically finished in neutral tones offering an abundance of natural light.

The contemporary 2-pac kitchens feature ample storage, large workable spaces and quality SMEG appliances.

Outlook’s spacious open-plan designs offer easy of liveability and the large balconies capture the view and breezes that create the perfect spot for quiet reflection

and relaxation. The complex boasts a resort-style pool with spa and outdoor kitchen, quick access to Caloundra’s main retail hub at the end of the street and only a short stroll from one of the Sunshine Coast’s most famous patrolled surf breaks, Kings Beach.

For sales enquiries, call Yvonne Adams on 0437 577 717 or 5492 6455.

Rural development Golden opportunity Aurora offers views, location and quiet hinterland living.

These acreage allotments offer family living.

urora is an exclusive acreage development that offers excellent position, a top location and superior elevation with spectacular views of the coast, hinterland and Mount Ninderry.

Positioned at 170 Valdora Road in Valdora, the 20 individual rural-residential allotments are approximately 1.5 acres in size, each one uniquely designed for maximum space and visibility. You can choose between gently undulating all useable paddocks, to elevated positions with wide, sweeping views.

The development is located an easy 10-minute drive from Coolum Beach, which offers alfresco dining, boutique shopping, great schools and world-class golfing. Aurora is where you can experience contemporary living in a beautiful rural environment.

re you looking for that elusive flat acreage block where you can build your new home and still have room for the pool, shed, kids playground and space to grow?

Golden Valley is a beautiful rural/ residential estate that offers big, flat acreage allotments. Ranging in size from 1.5 to five acres, these blocks are level, have wide

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frontages with kerb and channelling, underground power and phone and are ready to go.

Positioned in sought-after Valdora, just 15 minutes from the surf and shops of Coolum Beach, these allotments are priced from $350,000.

Phone Eric Annett at Leading Edge on 0412 728 808 to find out more.

You can secure an allotment off the plan, with settlement expected June/ July 2010.

Prices start from $340,000. Contact Eric Annett from Leading Edge Real Estate on 0412 728 808 for more information.

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SHOWCASE OF OUTSTANDING PROPERTIES” u r st h m i W n e r Lo LOREN WIMHURST

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THE INFECTIOUS JOYS OF LIVING ON THE BEACH 167 Oceanic Drive, Warana

4 Bed | 2 Bath | 3 Car

You can feel the fun and laughter that has been shared in this fabulous fun beach house. It has been enjoyed as a weekender and holiday let accommodation over the past year, with all reports being that number 167 is a star performer. Adjoins the park and access number 41. This home has 4 bedrooms 2 bathrooms, combined dining and living with available space to still create. Join the family and lifestyle dots and relax and relish one of the coast’s biggest secrets. – ”Beachfront living.”

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• Absolute beachfront • Dynamic and interesting • 4 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms • Great outdoor pool and entertaining • Access to the park

Auction: Saturday 16th January at 1pm Inspect: By appointment Minka Jenkins 0488 550 063 Web Code: MCHY1178

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AUCTION – AMAZING OPPORTUNITY 7 Parkana Crescent, Buddina

4 Bed | 2 Bath | 2 Car

This stunning brand new four-bedroom residence is in the very exclusive and sought after “Platinum Pocket” at Point Cartwright with the beach and main river just metres away. Enjoy views of the marina and river from the open-plan living areas of this beautiful two-level residence which boasts quality and style at every turn. Everything here is first class, from the fully tiled granite kitchen, to the resort-style inground pool and entertaining area. This is perfect as an upmarket holiday home or for those wanting to live the idyllic holiday everyday. Committed and realistic vendors are happy to let you realise your dream!

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• Exclusive and sought after location • Walk to beach and river • Open-plan living areas • Granite bathrooms and kitchen • Resort-style pool • Large poolside multi-purpose living

Auction: Saturday 16th January at 11am Inspect: Saturday 12-12.45pm Minka Jenkins 0488 550 063 Gaby McEwan 0401 781 116 Web Code: MCHY998

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71 HECTARES WITH OCEAN VIEWS – NOOSA HINTERLAND 578 Cooroy Mountain Road, Cooroy This exceptional property occupies an eastern part of majestic Cooroy Mountain in the Noosa hinterland.

Sprawling 71 hectares (175.44 acres), the potential this property offers is absolutely endless. Boasting numerous spring-fed dams, paddocks and cattle yards, this is the perfect property to run livestock or horses – there are 14 fenced paddocks – all with water. Live in the three-bedroom cottage, or build the home of your dreams on the semi-prepared house pad, which enjoys north-east facing ocean views.

Surrounded by multi-million dollar properties and just 20 mins from Noosa’s glorious beaches – you’d be hard-pressed to over-capitalise here.

MAROOCHYDORE 21 Duporth Ave. Maroochydore p 5443 2222

• Sprawling 71 hectares • Numerous spring-fed dams • 14 fenced paddocks • North-east facing ocean views • 20 mins to Noosa beaches

BUDERIM 72 Burnett St. Buderim p 5479 7100

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Inspect: By appointment Matt O’Grady 0414 317 375 Richard Scrivener 0416 799 188 Web Code: BUD1024

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ICONIC BEACHFRONT BEAUTY ON OCEANIC DRIVE 141 Oceanic Drive, Warana

6 Bed | 3 Bath | 2 Car

Split over 3 levels with the top floor having ocean views and hosting the master retreat, this family home of 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, also combines thoughtful cool and casual urban style with many integrated spaces to loose yourself. As you enter through the front doors you are welcomed with a large entertaining room that leads you to the pool and outdoor casual dining area, which has its own gate access to the walking track to the beach. The kitchen is placed perfectly to the east on the second floor which connects to the deck overlooking the pool. This level also houses 3 bedrooms, a bathroom and a library off the main lounge/dining area.

• Magificent ocean views • Gate access to beach walking track • Outdoor entertaining area • Multiple living/dining areas • In ground pool • Master retreat

Inspect: By appointment Minka Jenkins 0488 550 063 Web Code: MCHY1177

AFFORDABLE BEACHSIDE – AUCTION 127 Lowanna Street, Buddina

3 Bed | 2 Bath | 3 Car

This gem is ripe for a takeover bid – and it has your name all over it! Positioned to meet the market on auction day under the hammer, this is an auction you don’t want to miss! This original beachside home in Beachside Buddina is 2 houses from the beach and just 6 houses from the surfclub. This is the life you’ve always wanted to live – or rent out and keep as your super...Offering an open-plan living area with an adjoining kitchen, there’s little to do here – besides capitalising on the amazing location...The three bedrooms are serviced by two bathrooms, with a north facing yard with room to put your pool and entertainment area you will be the talk of the town.

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• Open plan living area • 3 bedrooms • 2 bathrooms • Immaculate condition • Car space for 3 • North facing backyard

Auction: Saturday 23rd January at 11am Inspect: Saturday 11-11:45am Minka Jenkins 0488 550 063 Gaby McEwan 0401 781 116 Web Code: MCHY959

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BEST FLAT ACREAGE IN GLENVIEW – MUST BE SOLD 11 Evergreen Drive, Glenview

5 Bed | 2 Bath | 9 Car

Tucked away in Glenview, this modern, five-bedroom family home sits on 4079m² of flat land, which backs on to a natural bushland reserve. Quality throughout, the home features multiple living zones, separate media room plus a fabulous outdoor entertaining area. To top it off, there’s an inground pool to keep cool in summer and plenty of room for the kids to kick a footy or play backyard cricket. Use the functional floor plan to your advantage and run a home office from the ground-floor bedroom, (which has separate access) and park up to nine vehicles in the triple-bay shed. Complete with a double lock-up, this low-maintenance acreage living at its best.

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• Executive family home on 4079m² • Backs on to Natural Reserve • Multiple living zones, separate media room • Large entertaining area and pool • Ample water, triple-bay shed

Expressions of Interest closing 7th January 2010 Inspect: By appointment Matt O’Grady 0414 317 375 Richard Scrivener 0416 799 188 Web Code: MCHY1153

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CALOUNDRA’S MOST IMPRESSIVE RESIDENCE 15b Burgess Street, Kings Beach Equivalent to a lavish, five-star resort, this residence occupies one of the best, elevated ocean-view blocks in Kings Beach, with spectacular 280-degree ocean views both north and south over the Pacific. Spread over four palatial levels with a separate guest wing, this home exceeds expectations at every turn. The ground floor features a professional wet bar and large sunken lounge room with projection screen, plus portholes in the walls, which give underwater views into the swimming pool that features on the second level. The gourmet kitchen and open dining and living zones feed to alfresco dining and poolside entertaining areas, which overlook the grassed central courtyard. The third level boasts a very deluxe master suite and spacious living zone, plus multiple balconies with fabulous ocean views. There’s a lift to 3 levels, plus many extras such as a wine cellar, professional gym and steam room, self-contained guest wing, and a rooftop covered with astro-turf and a fourhole putting green with breathtaking 360-degree views. This property is simply unparalleled and must be seen to be believed.

MAROOCHYDORE 21 Duporth Ave. Maroochydore p 5443 2222

• Resort-style residence over four levels • Stunning ocean views north and south • Gorgeous pool with underwater viewing portholes • Gym and steam room • Wine cellar and professional bar • Sunken media room with projection screen • Self-contained guest wing • Rooftop with 4-hole putting green and 360-degree views

BUDERIM 72 Burnett St. Buderim p 5479 7100

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LARGE 1195 SQM BLOCK – NORTH EAST ASPECT – 42M WATER FRONTAGE!!

1 Waringa Court, Minyama

4 Bed | 3 Bath | 4 Car

Rarely do you find property like this, huge 42m water frontage, 1195sqm block, North-Eastern Aspect, with the provision to add value. 4 spacious bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 4 car garage for the toys, and an incredibly private yard for the family to enjoy. Where else could you moor a 130 odd foot vessel safely? There is a pontoon already in place and the canal is one of the deeper one’s on the coast so access is great without the burden of wash. For the kids, there is 42 metres of sandy beach for them to play in or the inviting in ground pool. Throw in the quiet cul-de-sac and this package is truly one of a kind.

• Rare 42 metre frontage • North eastern aspect • Cul-de-sac location • Inground pool, pontoon, boat ramp • Easy ocean access

Inspect: Saturday 10-10.45am Bree Charles 0416 435 391 John Skerlak 0416 435 391 Loren Wimhurst 0415 380 222 Web Code: MCHY624

NEW AND MODERN, LOW MAINTENANCE BEACH HOUSE! 31 Meta Street, Mooloolaba

4 Bed | 3 Bath | 2+ Car

Nothing has been missed with this 15 month old home, from the well through out floor plan to the position of the property itself. This home captures the essence of open plan and low maintenance living. Louvered windows, fully ducted air-con and the polished timber floors throughout complete this classy home. The main lounge room, dining and large high quality kitchen area open out through the French doors onto your under cover entertaining area, complete with your built in barbeque and in ground pool. The double lock-up garage has through access to the side to store a small caravan/boat or trailer. What more could you ask for in a home?

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• 4 bed, 3 bath, DLUG + more • Incl. ensuited guest suite • Main bed with parents retreat • Home office / study, Media room • Stunning entrance to home • Inground pool + entertaining area • Only 300m to the beach!

Price: Expression of interest closing Monday 18th Jan 2010 Inspect: Saturday 12-12.45pm Bree Charles 0416 435 391 John Skerlak 0413 441 834 Web Code: MCHY1190

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PRIME OCEAN-VIEW RENOVATOR – SHELLY BEACH 7 Shelly Park, Shelly Beach

5 Bed | 3 Bath | 3 Car

With exceptional white-water ocean views over Shelly Beach, this large two-level residence is prime real estate, offering the perfect opportunity for someone to snap up an outstanding ocean-view renovator. This home is great the way it is, but its position, character and good ‘bones’ present it as an ideal renovator. Constructed with double brick and suspended concrete slabs, the five-bedroom, three-bathroom home features an abundance of living zones including a massive multi-purpose room. Complete with triple garage and half-size tennis court, let your imagination run wild and create your dream home.

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• Exceptional white-water ocean view • Two level residence • Triple garage, plenty of storage • Modern kitchen, large timber decks • Half-size professional tennis court • Room for pool

Auction: Saturday 30th January at 2.30pm Daniel Barrios 0414 486 989 Kim Barrios 0411 195 949 Loren Wimhurst 0415 380 222 Web Code: MCHY1184

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‘THE WILDERNESS’ – BUDERIM’S PREMIER ESTATE 9 Nye Avenue, Buderim From the winding tree-lined driveway and wrought-iron gates, to the royal-like gardens and circular water feature, ‘The Wilderness’ offers first-class living on a private and secluded location in Buderim. Sprawling across a magnificent 2.1 hectares, this stately residence boasts grandeur and opulence at every turn. The marble foyer on the ground level leads to a fabulous formal billiard and entertainment room, which is characterized by exposed timber beams and a brick bar. Take the entertaining outdoors through the large timber doors which open out to an undercover entertaining patio, set beside the fully tiled inground pool, palm gardens and timber pool house. With soaring ceilings and parquetry flooring, the second floor is just as impressive, with a cosy fireplace and large wrap-around timber decks that overlook the fabulous grounds and outdoor living areas. Complete with multiple garaging, this superb residence offers the opportunity to live in secluded luxury, with the added benefit of an approval for 21 allotments should you wish to develop the property at a later date.

MAROOCHYDORE 21 Duporth Ave. Maroochydore p 5443 2222

• 2.1 hectares of peaceful tranquillity on Buderim • Magnificent residence with tropical pool • High quality finishes including parquetry flooring, silky oak timberwork, marble and granite featuring throughout the home • Large wrap around verandahs, fireplace and vaulted ceilings • Approval for 21 lot subdivision

BUDERIM 72 Burnett St. Buderim p 5479 7100

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ENTRY LEVEL MOOLOOLABA – PRIVATE / CLASSY – A GREAT START 3 Jacaranda Drive, Mooloolaba

3 Bed | 2 Bath | 2 Car

Leave the car at home and walk to the café precincts and beaches that Mooloolaba and Alexandra Headland are famous for. This updated rendered home features three spacious bedrooms with built-ins, main with ensuite and walk in robe. Two entertaining decks combine beautifully around the modern kitchen which is air-conditioned.

Inspect: Saturday 4-4.45pm Damien Michael 0413 024 124 Web Code: BUD1166

EMPTY HOUSE – NEEDS A FAMILY NOW! 189 Nambour-Mapleton Road, Nambour

5 Bed | 2 Bath | 2 Car

Absolutely ideal for a large family to move straight into this large sprawling character home on a 1851m² flat block. The modern kitchen overlooks a large flat grassed area and beyond to the sparkling inground pool. There is plenty of space with 3 big living areas and 5 bedrooms and an east facing deck.

Owner has bought elsewhere and will sell at market price.

Inspect: Saturday 2-2.45pm Damien Michael 0413 024 124 Web Code: MCHY1093

TROPICAL – PRIVATE – MASTER BED ON GROUND LEVEL! Unit 7 / 6 Tranquil Place, Alexandra Headland This townhouse is located in a tightly held address, so close to the beach! Enjoy the open plan living, dining and kitchen areas, and feeling at one with nature surrounded by your very own tropical paradise in your exclusive use courtyard, complete with water feature and waterproof sail. Pets approved on application.

3 Bed | 2 Bath | 2 Car Price: High $500,000’s Inspect: By appointment John Skerlak 0413 441 834 Bree Charles 0416 435 391 Web Code: MCHY1107

ONLY 3 LEFT – DON’T MISS OUT – BEST VALUE FOR MONEY Units 3, 4 & 5/35 Carter Road, Nambour These townhouses are exceptional value for money and located within walking distance to Nambour Hospital, shops, schools, train line and buses. Attention first home buyers and investors, great rental returns, low body corp fees, pet friendly, quality fittings. Well designed floor plan includes media room, powder room, courtyard. Settlement early new year.

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BIG MODERN HOME ON EASY-CARE ACREAGE – WILL SELL AT AUCTION 201 Ballinger Road, Buderim

5 Bed | 4 Bath | 5 Car

Make no mistake, this magnificent home will be sold well under replacement value. Big on quality and big on features (over 70 squares of living) this home is perfectly positioned in the heart of Buderim’s premier acreage precinct. 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms in total, you’ll simply love the space that this modern beauty offers. The chef is well catered for with a gorgeous granite & 2-pak kitchen, as well as a fully equipped wetbar to wine & dine guests by the luxurious outdoor alfresco pool area. The combinations of easy care acreage living in the near total privacy add to the special attractions of this home.

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• Formal and informal living zones • Gourmet kitchen • Sprawling lawns • Alfresco pool area • Bordering forest reserve • 5034m2 of flat private land

Auction: Saturday 16th January at 10.30am Inspect: Saturday 3-3.45pm Damien Michael 0413 024 124 Web Code: MCHY888

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WORLD CLASS PENTHOUSE The Coast’s Finest • Absolute waterfront position capturing 360 degree ocean, waterfront, hinterland and coastal views • Two levels over 1000m2 of floor space including four ensuited bedrooms, 3 kitchens, professional cinema, rooftop pool, wine cellar and four car accommodation • Exceptionally private, fully integrated security, CBUS, automated lighting and wired sound throughout – all with ‘at your door’ conveniences • Extraordinary appointments with breathtaking attention to detail • Conceived and constructed without budget or limitation

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PLATINUM PENTHOUSE

“The Platinum Penthouse delivers an incomparable residential experience… elegance…opulence… privacy… intimacy… all wrapped in a breathtaking, ever-changing panorama of nature, lights and colour.”

If compromise is not an option, we strongly recommend a private inspection.

Damien Michael – Prestige – 0413 024 124 www.platinumpenthouse.com.au

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FULLY RENOVATED BEACHSIDE UNIT Unit 4 / 68 Sixth Avenue, Maroochydore

2 Bed | 1 Bath | 1 Car

This fully renovated beachside unit is only 300m to the beach and priced to sell. This unit needs nothing done to it, great as a first home, investment, or your very own holiday apartment.

Price: High $200,000’s

Positioned in the heart of Cotton Tree, enjoy all this beachside

Inspect: Saturday 11-11.45am Bree Charles 0416 435 391 John Skerlak 0413 441 834

residence has to offer, sun, surf, sand, parks, cafes and more!

THE PERFECT FIRST HOME – FOR UNDER $500,000!!

16 Cooloola Place, Twin Waters This immaculate home would be the perfect first home or a great opportunity for the smart investor. With 2 double lock-up garage, side access for a boat as well as 2 lounge rooms, this really is great buying. Located close to all amenities, enjoy evening walks along the beaches around the corner, and look forward to coming back to your neat and tidy home.

3 Bed | 2 Bath | 2 Car Price: High $400,000’s Inspect: Saturday 1-1.45pm Bree Charles 0416 435 391 John Skerlak 0413 441 834 Web Code: MCHY1181

BEAUTIFUL CHARATER HOME-ONE OF THE BEST BUYS IN WOOMBYE 16 Eagleview Court, Woombye This versatile home possesses charm, lovely outlook, library/ media room and open plan living areas complete with timber floors. Enjoy the fire place, a meal on the deck, or a swim in the pool and spa. Down stairs is the dual accom, with the living areas all separate to the 1 bed and 1 bath. Buyers from high $400,000’s to low $500,000’s should definitely inspect.

4 Bed | 2 Bath | 1.5 Car Price: Owner will consider all offers Inspect: Saturday 3-3.45pm John Skerlak 0413 441 834 Bree Charles 0416 435 391 Web Code: MCHY1089

PRIME INDUSTRIAL SITE – OWNER WANTS AN IMMEDIATE SALE Kuluin Industrial Estate This is a great opportunity for someone to take their business to the next level. Or, a great Investment opportunity for the smart investor. Offering 210sqm of building area, (including 60 sqm of office space with air-con), and an additional 60sqm of mezzanine area. The industrial complex has a total of 5 lots, and is all located in Kuluin, so close to everything.

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Price: $345,000 + GST Inspect: By Appointment Bree Charles 0416 435 391 John Skerlak 0413 441 834 Web Code: MCHY989

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10-ACRE HIDEAWAY – DON’T DRIVE BY – MUST BE SOLD! 36 Lucida Place, Ilkley

4 Bed | 2 Bath | 3 Car

Lose yourself in absolute peace and tranquillity, from this marvellous 10-acre retreat. This stunning residence has been designed to exploit its exceptional botanical landscape, with plenty of glass and bi-folding doors, which peel back to seamlessly merge the outdoors with the various indoor living zones. Entertain at the poolside pavilion, on the timber deck or at the alfresco dining area, and indulge in the beautiful views. The 4-bedroom family residence boasts multiple large living zones, plus an oversized media/games room, an office and triple garaging plus many extras.

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Price: Expressions of Interest closing 20th January 2010 Inspect: Saturday 1.15-2pm Craig Porter 0411 554 880 Damien Michael 0413 024 124 Web Code: MCHY660

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THE BEST ON SHOW IS UP FOR AUCTION – URGENT SALE REQUIRED – PRIOR OFFERS CONSIDERED 6 White Cedar Drive, Meridan Plains

4-5 Bed | 2 Bath | 2 Car

With highly motivated owners, this is your chance to secure an amazing home full of elaborate detail, great energy and happiness. Boasting 312m² of air-conditioned comfort, the home offers soaring ceilings, 4 large bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a 5th bedroom/study. The 680m² lot also has a large outdoor entertaining deck and room for a pool. The newly opened Kawana Way places you just minutes from the beach and future hospital and town centre precincts, plus easy access to Brisbane. Abundant walking trails, 3 local parks and the Pacific Lutheran College are all within easy walking distance. Treat yourself to an inspection today.

• Fantastic family design • 4 generous bedrooms plus study • High ceilings plus air-cond • Two separated living areas • Brilliant entertaining deck • 680m² fully fenced block • Brilliant location

Auction: Saturday 16th January at 2.30pm Inspect: Saturday 1-1.45pm Minka Jenkins 0488 550 063 Chris Pace 0417 196 600 Web Code: MCHY1150

100 STEPS TO BEAUTIFUL ALEX BEACH 4/10 Alice Street, Alexandra Headland

2 Bed | 1 Bath | 1 Car

This brilliantly renovated and fully furnished 2nd floor apartment sits in a small complex boasting cheap Body Corp fees and offers 2 double bedrooms, a spacious bathroom, and open plan living flowing onto a north facing deck with ocean views. The kitchen boasts stone benchtops and new appliances, while the complex includes secure parking & an inground swimming pool.

Price: Mid to High $400,000’s Inspect: Saturday 12-12.45pm Chris Pace 0417 196 600 Web Code: BUD1175

BACK TO NATURE – PRIVATE, PEACEFUL – 3½ ACRES 14 Mount Ridge Close, Kiels Mountain Offering a unique blend of open grassed areas and natural rainforest in the sought after precinct of Kiels Mountain, located just 12 minutes from the Maroochydore Beach. The home has 4 generous sized bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and 2 living areas, including an outdoor area overlooking the tropical inground pool. This property is a must see and is priced to sell.

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BIG VIEWS – BIG ADDRESS – BIG OPPORTUNITY! 34 Panorama Crescent, Buderim

5 Bed | 2 Bath | 2 Car

Well here it is – your chance to secure a prestige position in one of the Sunshine Coast’s premier addresses. The aptly named Panorama Crescent offers expansive and uninterrupted ocean views and is already home to numerous award winning homes. This 919m2 block boasts a perfect north-easterly aspect to build your ultimate dream home overlooking our wonderful coastline.

Awaiting you is an original two storey home with 5 bedrooms offering great income potential while you design your masterpiece. Or you could live in the spacious home as is and take advantage of a brilliant investment, sure to offer premium rewards as a long-term investment.

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• Views, views, views!

• Large 919m2 block with N/E aspect • Rare opportunity, huge potential • Surrounded by multi-million dollar homes • Liveable 5 bedroom,2 bathroom home • 5 minutes to Mooloolaba

Price: Sunday 31st January at 2pm Inspect: Saturday 1-1:45pm Chris Pace 0417 196 600 Web Code: BUD1188

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EDEN FOUND – IN CHEVALLUM 135 Dales Road, Chevallum

4 Bed | 2 Bath | 2 Car

Take one acre of exquisite gardens, add a beautiful, sprawling four-bedroom home, and top it off with the perfect pool and Balinese hut. Then take in the magnificent vista to the Blackall ranges and the position – “Millionaire’s Row” in the heart of the Sunshine Coast. Most of your time will be spent on the vast verandahs which wrap themselves lovingly around the home, taking full advantage of the refreshing rainforest breezes and tinkling fountains. Beautiful polished timber floors and French doors are featured throughout the open-plan residence and as an added bonus, pick your own fresh vegetables in the 20m x 10m shade house.

• One acre exquisite gardens • Sprawling home • Vast verandahs • Polished timber floors and french door • Vegetable filled shade house

Inspect: Saturday 2.30-3.30pm Gaby McEwan 0401 781 116 Minka Jenkins 0488 550 063 Web Code: MCHY759

5-BEDROOM OCEAN-VIEW HOME ON BUDERIM 8 Horseshoe Bend, Buderim

5 Bed | 3 Bath | 2 Car

Be impressed by this quality property positioned in one of Buderim’s most esteemed locations with superb views. This spacious home is equipped with up to the minute fixtures and fittings including a kitchen to delight any cook and three bathrooms and five large bedrooms. The upstairs main bedroom has an ensuite with double shower, designer vanity and a walk in robe. The main bedroom opens to a fabulous balcony with views and the luxury of a private jacuzzi. In addition to the grand open plan living and dining room on the lower level, upstairs is a large entertainment/media room with access to two balconies. Even more waits upon inspection.

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• 1705m² allotment • Gourmet kitchen, deluxe appliances • Multiple living zones, sep media • Side access, storage, 2-car lock-up • Timber decks, functional family deck • Master bedroom with private Jacuzzi

Price: Offers over $950,000 Inspect: Saturday 2.30-3.30pm Jared Young 0409 544 470 Web Code: MCHY1179

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“SUMMERFIELD” – ACTIVE FAMILY WANTED 38 Country Road, Palmwoods

5 Bed | 3 Bath | 8 Car

This is your opportunity to buy into Palmwoods’ dress circle for below replacement cost. This gracious five bedroom homestead has timber floors, a massive entertaining deck and a perfect northerly aspect. Two living areas, a beautifully equipped kitchen adjacent to the deck (with valley views) a guest wing, multiple bathrooms and a downstairs teenage den offers perfect accommodation options. This is a horse-lover’s property with insulated stables, an Olympic size dressage arena and a series of grassed paddocks. Enjoy a game of tennis in the floodlight tennis court and then cool off in the pool. Don’t buy acreage without viewing this!

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• Stables, dressage arena • Multiple paddocks + dam • Gracious five bedroom homestead • Set on 10 green undulating acres • Your own idyllic lifestyle retreat • Massive entertaining deck • Tennis court

Price: $1,300,000 neg.

Inspect: Saturday 1.30-2.30pm Gaby McEwan 0401 781 116 Minka Jenkins 0488 550 063 Web Code: MCHY1098

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ABOVE THE REST 20 First Avenue Apartments, 39 First Avenue, Mooloolaba

3.5 Bed | 2 Bath | 2 Car

Be instantly impressed with the views and the decor this spacious apartment has to offer situated in Mooloolaba’s finest residential building. First Avenue has surpassed all others with its luxurious design, large open plan living areas, marble and timber flooring and use of natural light. With an inviting timber deck, in built gas bbq, stone servery, wet bar and ocean breezes, this apartment is perfect for the entertainer. And its all within an easy stroll to the patrolled Mooloolaba beach, shops and cafes. This apartment offers a unique investment in your lifestyle whilst you sit back and enjoy the benefits of this prime location for the years to come.

• Modern well appointed gourmet kitchen • Abundant storage throughout unit • Secure and pet friendly complex • Generous rear deck with ocean views • Immaculate condition

Price: $1,145,000 Inspect: Saturday 2nd January 1-1.45pm & Wednesday 6th January 5-5.30pm Kate Jewry 0404 817 916

TICKS ALL THE BOXES 602 Coco, 71 First Avenue, Mooloolaba This impressive open plan apartment, is stylish, comfortable, comes fully furnished and offers expansive ocean views and cooling sea breezes. The apartment features a contemporary kitchen, study area, 2 car garaging, pool area and bbq pavilion.

Professional onsite management and excellent rental returns makes this property the ideal weekender.

2 Bed | 2 Bath | 2 Car

Price: $749,000 Inspect: By Appointment Kate Jewry 0404 817 916

THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS 50 Wharf Street, Caboolture This amazing property boasts 180 meters of river frontage, it’s own pontoon and 11/4 acres of private and mature gardens.

Beautifully renovated with timber features, generous wrap around decks, inground pool, & outdoor entertaining area with spa, this property will certainly impress. There is also a study, fireplace and 70 sq m shed. All offers invited.

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Price: $1,000,000 Inspect: By Appointment Kate Jewry 0404 817 916

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BIG VIEWS / LARGE FAMILY HOME / 1 HECTARE OF BUDERIM PRIME REAL ESTATE 87B Glenmount Road, Buderim

5 Bed | 2.5 Bath | 2 Car

Buderim views are a finite resource and when you combine this with a large 2.5 acre block of land close to the village you have something special. The big modern home sits proud overlooking the 14 x 5m pool and beyond to the Ocean towards Moreton Bay. While the easy care land gives you space and privacy the home offers functionality with 4 bedrooms + fifth or large office, multipurpose family room and huge master wing with ocean views.

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• Elevated position with stunning view • Peaceful, private location • Minutes from Buderim village and school • Easily maintained Buderim acreage

Price: On Application Inspect: Saturday 1-1.45pm Tracey McAllansmith 0418 722 374 Web Code: MCHY1128

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BRAND NEW DUPLEXES ON TOP OF BUDERIM 21 Mill Road, Buderim

3 Bed | 2 Bath | 2 Car

Being sold separately or buy both and rent one out, either way these ultra modern “house sized” duplexes are a must see.

Featuring 3 bedrooms plus a study, gorgeous kitchen with stone benches and walk-in pantry. Both have DLUG and extra parking. Fully ducted air-conditioning and vacuum system, as well as low maintenance gardens, top these beauties off.

Price: $695,000 each Inspect: Sat & Sun 11-11.45am Tracey McAllansmith 0418 722 374 Web Code: BUD1129

BUDERIM TOWNHOUSE WITH OCEAN AND HINTERLAND VIEWS 3 Bed | 2.5 Bath | 2 Car

1/15 Ballinger Court, Buderim Fantastic townhouse in the heart of Buderim, walk to shops/ restaurants, 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathrooms, spacious living and dining area which opens onto a large Tuscan-style balcony with views to the ocean and hinterland. Unique small complex with low-maintenance private garden. Lock-up garage plus extra parking. Plenty of room to entertain your family and friends.

Price: $459,000 Inspect: Saturday & Sunday 10-10.45am Tracey McAllansmith 0418 722 374 Web Code: BUD1182

IDEAL PERMANENT RESIDENCE OR INVESTOR’S DREAM 902 ‘Cilento’ 19 First Avenue, Mooloolaba

3 Bed | 3 Bath | 2 Car

Ocean views on the ninth floor coupled with elegance and spaciousness this is a true 3 bedroom, 3 ensuited residence.

A full gourmet kitchen, open plan living and dining areas lead onto the large entertainers’ balcony. Featuring gymnasium, pool, barbecue area, key access double car park and is pet friendly. Great already proven results.

Inspect: By appointment Trudi Gower 0416 018 770 Alvia Turney 0414 675 050 Web Code: MCHY1081

PICTURE PERFECT 2 Murray Pine Court, Buderim Looking for an immaculate picture perfect renovation? Look no further! Located on an expansive corner block with dual access and featuring 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2 living zones and an undercover outdoor entertainment area….but wait there is more!! A huge man cave awaits unseen at the rear of the property big enough for the boat, the bikes and the caravan!!

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GENUINE SELLERS DOWNSIZE 376 Petrie Creek Road, Rosemount

4 Bed | 3 Bath | 2 Car

Occupying two acres, this residence retains character and charm with separate living and dining zones, four bedrooms and a modern kitchen. Entertain all year round from the alfresco dining area, or laze beside the inground pool. The elevation ensures fresh breezes year round and the convenient location is just 7 minutes to Nambour and 8 minutes to Maroochydore.

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Visit Saturday 1-1.30pm Unit 511 Riviere, 72 Golden Beach Esp HAVE A LOOK AT THIS VIEW! Fully furnished, 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment with ocean views Donna Sheen 0431 412 599

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KINGS BEACH Visit Saturday 2-2.30pm Unit 6 Kings Manor, 7 Mahia Terrace PRIME LOCATION, CHEAP AS CHIPS 2 bedroom partially furnished unit, renovated, air conditioned, close to Kings Beach Doug Wilson 0417 734 592

Visit Saturday 10-10.45am 28 Carrothool Place ULTIMATE WATERFRONT IN CENTRAL MOOLOOLABA Waterfront Home, open plan living, fully self contained downstairs, 18m canal frontage with private jetty Mike O’Brien 0411 858 911 Kevin Annetts 0417 644 503

PELICAN WATERS

Visit Saturday & Sunday 12-12.45pm U605 Crowne Plaza, Mahogany Dr, Pelican Waters OWNER RELOCATIONS – QUALITY RESIDENCE SELLING NOW Two brm plus study apart, NE views over golf course Doug Wilson 0417 734 592 Visit Inspection by Appointment 17 Artunga Place, Pelican Waters YOUR DREAMS REALISED Large four brm family home, built for the entertainer Paul Bell 0400 711 969

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Display homes now open To market Buyers are the winners at White Shells.

Some of the Sunshine Coast’s leading builders have come together to create 12 new display homes that are now open at Bellflower in Sippy Downs. he months after the summer holidays are a wonderful opportunity to inspect the region’s newest MBA display village at Bellflower in Sippy Downs.

Twelve brand-new homes from some of the Coast’s leading builders are now open for inspection and Investa’s development manager Ashley Nankervis says the high standard of the homes is a reflection of the quality of the Bellflower neighbourhood.

“Ausmar Homes, Cavalier Homes, Clarendon Homes, Coral Homes, Dwyer Quality Homes, Grandview Homes, Metricon Homes and PJ Burns all have a presence in the new display village,” Ashley says.

“Each home reflects the latest building designs and trends and I am sure people will not be disappointed when they inspect what’s on offer at Bellflower,” he says.

Dwyer Quality Homes general manager Pat Assaillit says his four-bedroom display home is specifically designed for the Bellflower neighbourhood.

“In fact, we have called it ‘The Bellflower’, as it makes the most of what this unique neighbourhood has to offer,” Pat says.

“The double garage home is on a 621-square metre lot and boasts 238 square metres of living space, which includes a covered alfresco dining area.

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One of the quality Bellflower homes room, media room and quality Blanco kitchen appliances.

“The display village is looking really good – it’s an impressive list of builders and I am certain that it will draw a great deal of interest in the Bellflower neighbourhood,” he adds.

The display village will be officially opened in early 2010 with the completion of Sam Sheppard’s Women into Building Housing Showcase home.

The Bellflower MBA display village is located at Kepplegrove Drive in Sippy Downs. All homes are open from 10am daily. Call 1800 550 240 for more information.

hen you’re talking prime beachfront location, luxuriously appointed apartments and pricing below replacement cost, many may wonder what the catch is as the developer of White Shells on Marcoola Beach launches its ‘Make an Offer’ advertising campaign.

But it’s thanks to current economic times rather than clever marketing strategies that campaigns such as this succeed, particularly in the higher end of the market.

“While this marketing campaign would have been inconceivable 24 months ago, purchasers are now firmly in the driving seat in setting the benchmark of property pricing – within reason, of course,” says Terry Taylor, developer of White Shells.

“We’re seeing a great deal of interest in the apartments, but it’s time to evaluate what the market is prepared to pay to enable us to close the deal. This is unchartered territory for us but we believe current market conditions have turned the tables on most developers.”

The apartments are priced between $585,000 and $1,175,000 and have enormous floor plans of up to 328 square metres with high ceilings, Gaggenau kitchen appliances, two car spaces and space for the pet.

Which Property? anticipates interest will be high from bargain hunters – both owner-occupiers and investors alike.

“Market conditions have put buyers in a strong position and this campaign will recognise this shift in balance and give buyers the power to influence prices while giving us the opportunity to move onto future projects,” says Terry.

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Urban cool comes to the Coast A development that has just been completed in Caloundra is offering urban sophistication with the relaxed lifestyle that the Sunshine Coast is famous for. expansive balconies make these spacious apartments a place ust completed, Monaco is the latest edition to a portfolio of more than 500 apartments by prominent to call home. Cooling breezes from the ocean allow natural Sunshine Coast developers Ford & Rockliff. Since cross-flow ventilation. Generous living areas merge seamlessly with designer kitchens, showcasing stone 1985 Ford & Rockliff has forged an enviable reputation as benchtops and quality Smeg appliances. developers of award-winning residential and investment Living in the heart of Caloundra you’ll not need the property apartments. With a steadfast commitment to design excellence, car – leave it in the this latest 12-storey Open-plan design, floor-to-ceiling glass secure basement car park and enjoy the many development is windows and expansive balconies make attractions at your no exception. doorstep.

Monaco provides the these apartments a place to call home.

Monaco features opportunity to live the Plus, cooling breezes from the ocean ultimate Sunshine Coast heated pools, spa, sauna, lifestyle. Just steps away gym, barbecue terrace, allow natural cross-flow ventilation from Monaco you can games room, conference room, cafe and shops. be on the beachfront Stunning one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments are esplanade for a morning jog or leisurely stroll, or sipping coffee in the heart of Caloundra’s CBD. now available from $335,000. Display apartments are open for inspection Saturdays and Sundays from 10am to 12pm From the apartments residence will enjoy expansive views of Bribie Island National Park, Pumicestone or by appointment.

Monaco Caloundra is located 12 Otranto Avenue, Passage, the ocean and shipping channel and further south to the Glass House Mountains.

Caloundra. Contact Bev Caldwell or Christrine Alles at the sales office on 5491 1824 to find out more.

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Just two lots left to escape to By the river It’s the final release in Buderim Escape estate, and buyers will need to be quick.

Yandina’s Riverside is selling.

ocated at Wild Honey Place, the final release in Buderim Escape is located on Buderim’s north side in a quiet cul-de-sac with little passing traffic and three acres of dedicated parkland. These are the last two lots available in the highly successful Buderim Escape estate.

Ranging from 1789 to 1803 square metres, these cleared, gently sloping allotments offer a perfect family environment located just seven minutes from Buderim village, Sunshine Plaza and beaches. It has easy access to the Bruce Highway and Sunshine Motorway, and, for golfers, is minutes from the new proposed golf course.

The lots are priced from $300,000. Contact Tony Van Dijk from Leading Edge Real Estate on 0412 793 978.

ositioned on Collins Road in Yandina, this is prestige acreage living on the banks of Maroochy River.

Riverside estate consists of just 10 allotments. Only three of the remaining parcels having genuine frontage onto the north arm of Maroochy River and views of Mt Ninderry.

Ranging from 1.5 to 16 acres, only one dry lot remains with a listed price of $389,000. River frontage lots with direct tinny access to Maroochydore start at $495,000.

Riverside is perfectly positioned on the eastern side of the Bruce Highway with easy access to the local rail station, Yandina, Nambour and Coolum Beach.

Priced from $389,000. Contact Tony Van Dijk from Leading Edge Real Estate on 0412 793 978 for more.

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BUDERIM 1 Castle Reigh Court

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STUNNING ULTRA MODERN HOME ! LUXURIOUS AND PRIVATE LIFESTYLE AWAITS YOU IN THIS STUNNING ULTRA MODERN HOME ON M2 IN A QUIET CUL DE SAC ON TOP OF "UDERIM AND WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE TO THE VILLAGE 4HE VAST OPEN PLAN LIVING mOWS ONTO THE WRAP AROUND IN GROUND POOL WITH ITS TRANQUIL WATERFALL AND LANDSCAPED SURROUNDS 4HE MANY QUALITY FEATURES OF THIS TASTEFUL HOME INCLUDE s %XTRA HIGH CEILINGS THROUGHOUT AND NEUTRAL TONINGS s ,ARGE AND IMPRESSIVE KITCHEN WITH STONE BENCH TOPS AND QUALITY APPLIANCES INCL MICROWAVE ESPRESSO MACHINE s ! SPACIOUS MASTER BEDROOM WITH DOUBLE ENSUITE AND WALK IN ROBE s $UCTED AIR CONDITIONING IN LIVING AREAS STATE OF THE ART ALARM SYSTEM s $RIVE THROUGH GARAGE AND ROOM FOR EXTRA CAR BOAT OR CARAVAN s ,AND SQM

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LARGE BEACH HOUSE, 300 METRES FROM WATERFRONT

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,OOKING FOR AN AS NEW HOME WITH A VERSATILE DESIGN AND UPMARKET lNISHES s ,ARGE LOWSET RENDERED BRICK HOME WITH SELF CONTAINED SECTIONS TO SUIT DUAL LIVING OR SEPARATE TENANTS PW s 'RANITE AND PAC KITCHEN KITCHENETTE s SPACIOUS LIVING AREAS AIR CONDITIONING s %UROPEAN BATHROOMS FRAMELESS GLASS SHOWERS SPA s (UGE TRIPLE GARAGE n SUIT HOME BUSINESS s 3TUNNING TIMBER DOORS SPACIOUS ENTERTAINMENT PATIO s 7ALK TO 0ICNIC 0OINT DOCTORS SHOPS AND SCHOOLS

4HIS DELIGHTFUL LIGHT AND AIRY HOME IS DESIGNED FOR THE 1UEENSLAND LIFESTYLE AND IS THE PERFECT VENUE FOR MEMORABLE GET TOGETHERS WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS ,ARGE TIMBER DECKS SURROUND A SPARKLING INGROUND POOL WITH AN ADJACENT COVERED BAR FACILITY AND OUTDOOR KITCHEN 9OUR PRIVACY IS NOT COMPROMISED BY THE SPACIOUS GROUNDS 4HE MANY FEATURES INCLUDE s LARGE BEDROOMS MASTER WITH ENSUITE s ,IVING AREAS WITH TIMBER mOORS AND HIGH CEILINGS s ,ARGE WELL APPOINTED KITCHEN

Dual Living in Huge Growth Area with master Planning Underway!

Elevated Position in Quiet Cul-De-Sac $549,000 Open Sat 1-1.45pm

$689,000

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39 Sutherland Street 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car, pool 0RIVATE mAT SQM MINS TO #"$ AND BEACHES $675,000 Open Sat 12-12.45pm 25 Booral Street 5 bed, 3 bath, 4 car -UST INSPECT TO APPRECIATE AMBIENCE QUALITY AND DESIGN $1,285,000 Open Sat 1-3pm

HUGE POTENTIAL ON 1293SQM PRIME BUDERIM LOCATION!

BUDERIM’S BEST BUY

,ARGE VERSATILE FAMILY HOME s 0ERFECT FOR ADDING VALUE s BEDROOMS BATHROOMS s (IGH CEILINGS SEPARATE LIVING POSSIBLE s /CEAN VIEWS FROM POOL AREA

)MPECCABLY MAINTAINED BRICK LOWSET HOME s LARGE BEDROOMS O§CE ENSUITE s 3PACIOUS LIVING mAT SQM s (ANDY WALK TO "UDERIM 6ILLAGE SCHOOLS ETC s )NVEST AND WATCH YOUR GROW

Absolutely delightful cottage “On Top” s 3ITTING PROUD IN QUIET LEAFY CUL DE SAC s -AGICAL CHARM OF YESTERYEAR WITH MODERN INmUENCE s 0OLISHED TIMBER mOORS AND HIGH CEILINGS s )NDOOR OUTDOOR LIVING PLUS SEP STUDIO

$559,000 neg Open Sat 2-2.45pm

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Open Sat & Sun 1-1.45pm $495,000

41 Courcheval Terrace 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car $REAM (OME FOR .ATURE ,OVERS $838,000 Open Sat 2-2.45pm

Open Sat 12-12.45pm

Helen La Grange 0412 291 442

12 Endota Street 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car -ODERN OPEN PLAN AND QUIET $679,000 Open Sat 11-11.45am & 3.15-4pm

The most special gift of all is Love.

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CHARM, CHARACTER AND LOCATION ! QUIET CUL DE SAC POSITION A CONVENIENT LOCATION AND A WELL MAINTAINED 1UEENSLANDER COMBINE TO CREATE A WELCOMING CHARACTER HOME s 7IDE WRAP AROUND VERANDAHS s 'LOWING TIMBER mOORS s 6AULTED TIMBER CEILINGS s 0RIVATE SQM s 4REED OUTLOOK FROM ALL ROOMS s 3PACIOUS OPEN PLAN LIVING AREAS s 7ELL APPOINTED KITCHEN s %XTENSIVE DECKS s !IR CON MASTER BDM s 'UEST BEDROOM WITH WAY BATHROOM s 0RIVATE STUDY LOUNGE s 3EP BAY SHED s 0RIVATE POOL s -INI ORCHARD

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ELEGANT FAMILY RESIDENCE ON 1.5 ACRES Prime acreage precinct only a short walk to schools and Uni. Recently fully refurbished and with a light and airy, TIMELESS AMBIENCE THIS HOME HAS EXCELLENT FEATURES INCLUDING s SPACIOUS LIVING AREAS s 'OURMET KITCHEN PAC lNISH STONE BENCHTOPS s VERY LARGE BDMS ENSUITES DEDICATED O§CE s $ETACHED GAMES ROOM WITH BAR AND OWN A C WINE CELLAR s 2ESORT STYLE POOL WITH SOLAR HEATING s $UCTED AIR AND ALARM s BAY SHED AND OLDER BDM COTTAGE

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#LOSE TO "UDERIM VILLAGE AND A VERY PRIVATE ACRE BLOCK IN A QUALITY NEIGHBOURHOOD ,ARGE DECKS SITED FOR .% BREEZES AND PERFECT FOR SUMMER BREEZES AND WINTER WARMTH 5PSTAIRS POLISHED TIMBER mOORS BEDROOMS BATHROOMS OPEN PLAN LIVING AND GENEROUS COVERED DECKS $OWN SELF CONTAINED POSSIBLE ,OW MAINTENANCE MAINLY NATIVE GARDENS PROVIDE AN ADVENTURE PLAYGROUND

0ERSONALITY A hFEEL GOODv RELAXED AMBIENCE SEA VIEWS TIMBER mOORS AND HIGH CEILINGS COMBINE TO CREATE THIS INTERESTING WELL LOVED HOME 3PLIT LEVEL UPSTAIRS THE HOME HAS GOOD SIZED BEDROOMS WITH AIR CON 4HE MASTER BEDROOM ALSO HAS A PRIVATE DECK THAT CAPTURES A STUNNING SEA VIEW $OWNSTAIRS ENJOY GOOD SIZED LIVING AREAS LARGE KITCHEN STUDY HUGE laundry/utility room and a separate powder room. Recent maintenance includes a full exterior repaint.

Close to town but away from it all!

Sea Views And Sea Breezes

$679,000

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BUDERIM 216 Mons Road

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ESCAPE THE WORLD ON A BUDGET!

PRICE REDUCED AGAIN!!

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$495,000 Open Sat 1-1.45pm Ph : 5445 6144 56 Burnett Street, Buderim QLD 4556

Mike Paten

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$465,000

Open Sat & Sun 2-2.45pm

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Seller committed elsewhere.

All Offers Considered!!

Extraordinary value for 6 acres with a delightful view.

Mike Paten 0412 070 833

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New homes to dominate in 2010 With five residential communities on the Coast, Stockland is leading the way in innovative housing developments. host of innovative home designs from leading builders and new sustainable housing laws are set to keep new homes in the property spotlight during 2010, according to Stockland.

Queensland’s largest residential developer says strong population growth and competitive prices mean there has never been a better time to build a brand-new home on the Sunshine Coast.

Stockland has five communities on the Coast with a range of great value new housing options available. These range from relaxed beachside living at The Boardwalk to the comfortable hinterland lifestyle of Woodgrove.

In the next 12 months, progress will continue on Stockland’s new Birtinya Island community in the heart of Kawana Waters, together with its centrally located Brightwater project at Mountain Creek and picturesque Doonella Noosa at Noosaville.

Stockland’s Queensland general manager Kingsley Andrew says Stockland is working closely with its builder partners to showcase the latest in new home designs

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“A second stage of the Brightwater Living Display Centre is also under construction with several more innovative new homes expected to open for inspection in the first half of 2010,’’ he says.

Kingsley says new Queensland homes are also becoming more water and energy efficient with a greater focus on the need for housing sustainability.

“More people are realising that new homes are not only built to suit modern living but also offer major advantages in terms of sustainability and energy saving,’’ he says.

“These new home design innovations, together with improving economic conditions and consumer confidence, will keep a strong focus on new housing throughout 2010.’’

To see the latest in new home designs, buyers can visit the Brightwater Living

Phone 0418 180 212 Email: simon@allwinnersrealty.com.au

Display Centre next to the Brightwater Sales and Information Centre, off Kawana Way at Mountain Creek.

The builders featured in the display centre include Adenbrook, Alliance, Brad McLachlan, Crestmont, Hallmark, Indigo, Metricon, Morcraft, Orbit, PJ Burns, Plantation and Stylemaster Homes.

Stockland also has a four-home Living Display Centre at its Woodgrove community in the hinterland, with designs

by Orbit homes, Brad McLachlan, Ausbuild and PJ Burns.

For a first-hand look at a large range of sustainability options now available in new housing, buyers can also visit Stockland’s Sustainable Demonstration Home at its Doonella Noosa community in Noosaville.

It demonstrates the latest in water and energy efficiency and has been designed to cater for a family through all life stages and circumstances. The sustainable home is open for inspection seven days a week from 11am to 5pm.

For more information about Stockland go to www.stockland.com.au.

BIRTINYA ISLAND Stockland’s new Birtinya Island community is located on the southern shores of Lake Kawana. Early buyers are expected to be moving in mid next year. Call 5437 8703.

BRIGHTWATER Brightwater at Mountain Creek is a sought-after community that celebrated its first anniversary in September. It is the location for the Coast’s biggest new home display centre. Call 5444 1333.

WOODGROVE The popular hinterland community of Woodgrove in the growing town of Beerwah had strong sales results in 2009. Call 5494 0765.

THE BOARDWALK Brand-new homes near the beach are found at The Boardwalk community in Mount Coolum. Phone 5446 4555.

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GREAT VALUE – A RARE OPPORTUNITY • EXCLUSIVE POSITION – NEVER TO BE BUILT OUT • Separate entrance to a “self-contained suite” suitable for a HOME BUSINESS, GRANNY OR TEENAGE RETREAT • North-facing to lake and park and Midge Free • Separate formal and informal living areas ONLY $795,000 • High ceilings – 9ft and 11ft throughout Flexible • 4 large bedrooms – 3 have ensuites Settlement • Fully ducted reverse cycle A/C + fans Terms • 804m2 with easy care garden/irrigation • Salt-water pool with fully automated operation • Shopping and banking 3 minutes away – WITHOUT traffic congestion • 10 minutes to Maroochydore CBD, Mooloolaba and beaches and river

Address: 23 Fitzwilliam Drive, Sippy Downs Open for Inspection: Wednesday 30th Dec 5.30 - 6.30pm, Saturday 2nd Jan 10.00 - 11.30am, Sunday 3rd Jan 1.00 - 2.30pm & Thursday 7th Jan 5.30 - 6.30pm Full description and photos: www.realestate.com.au ID 106047870

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Construction begins on Buderim townhouses With the first stage almost sold out, investors and owner-occupiers will need to act fast to secure a home at Toral Park. oral Park Terraces on Stringybark Road is the result of the vision of Dennis Rand, who has owned the land for many years. Dennis wanted to provide the Buderim community with quality homes for the young and growing family at an affordable price in a secure and environmentally sustainable environment. The plan was developed three years ago and Buderim residents have snapped up the opportunity to buy off the plan in a secure gated community at affordable prices.

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The Buderim development is close to great schools, golfing venues, medical facilities and the Chancellor Park shopping precinct. The village is an easy 10-minute drive to Mooloolaba Beach or the Bruce Highway.

The development is built by Suncare Villages and boasts contemporary architecture, designed to maximise natural light and ventilation. There are soundproof and energyefficient walls, while the interior is fitted with quality finishes, stainless steel appliances and air-conditioning.

The townhouses have three or four bedrooms, all with two bathrooms, separate powder room with decks at the front and back, and private courtyards. All residents have access to a resort-style pool and barbecue picnic area.

The first stage is 80 per cent sold and construction is underway with completion due in June 2010. Stage two will be launched in March 2010.

Phone Paul Becker on 0401 024 010 or Donna Danger on 0412 152 676 160 to find out more.

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Rosemount, 3EYMOUR #LOSE

$749,000

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No Up Front Fees No Hidden Costs

Kings Beach, Unit 10 / 15 Headland Esplanade

$835,000

HEADLAND LIVING!! NOW THIS IS PERFECT!!

Leave the stresses of your day at the office because there is no room for stress of any kind in this wonderful high society headland escape. Take the lift to your luxuriously appointed 4th floor renovated unit of generous proportions & spend the day Whale Watching! This fabulous unit is in the Blue Chip position of Kings Beach headland & boasts sensational views that are sure to be uninterrupted forever. Invest now in your slice of coastal living knowing that your sitting on the pinnacle point of Kings Beach & from the large open plan living area, nothing more will come between you & the water. Mins to Caloundra CBD, the new Esplanade & Restaurants, or cook up a storm in your entertainers kitchen, take a beach walk first thing in the morning or kick back with your coffee on the couch & enjoy looking out to the endless ocean views, revel in the magnificent Sunrises and Sunsets....

Call Dean now on 0437 337 207 to inspect!

Inspect: By appointment Dean 0437 337 207

www.gogecko.com.au

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Escape to Woombye

Affordable style

The hinterland’s Plantation Rise Estate is selling fast.

Vista Estate in Nambour offers quality contemporary townhouse-style homes in a tranquil hinterland location.

uyers are discovering the value of Plantation Rise Estate at Woombye, securing parcels of land at up to five times the size of lots in other estates.

Eight sales totalling $2.25 million have been made to date after receivers and managers Ferrier Hodgson had the estate revalued to reflect the realities of the Sunshine Coast market before the 46 allotments were re-released last month.

“Buyers are realising the excellent value Plantation Rise represents compared to other available land on the Sunshine Coast,” says H2O Property licensee Gail Hunter, who is handling Plantation Rise’s sales and marketing.

“Prices at Plantation Rise start at $215,000 and the lots are up to four or five times larger than those in other estates,” says Gail. “The lots represent fantastic value when compared to other estates with smaller lots at higher prices.

Plantation Rise offers blocks of land averaging 1200 square metres. Prices start at $215,000 (average $270,000). House and land packages start at $406,539.

Most of the lots at Plantation Rise come with building pads and rock retaining walls, making the construction of a slab-on-ground home simple.

Each block also features stunning hinterland views and cooling breezes while surrounded by wide roads and kilometres of bike and walking paths that provide access to local schools and parks.

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Gail says buyers attracted to Plantation Rise are “seasoned and mature” and looking to build their second or even third homes. Many are locals seeking to escape the busier Coast centres or upgrading to bigger homes.

“Buyers tend to be steering away from two-storey homes and opting for sprawling, single-level homes, and at Plantation Rise the lots are large enough to accommodate those homes,” Gail adds.

Plantation Rise, which is on Taintons Road, is located within easy access to the Bruce Highway and less than 10 minutes to Buderim.

Nestled amongst acres of parks and natural bushland and yet close to the Coast’s commercial hubs, markets, beaches, schools, public transport and shopping, Plantation Rise provides the ideal mix of home, work and play.

“Buyers usually go through display villages and find a house they absolutely love and then have the challenge of finding a block of land which will fit it, often having to compromise on where they live in order to have the house of their dreams,” Gail says. “But at Plantation Rise there’s no need to compromise – most house plans will fit on almost any block, so buyers can have the best of both worlds.”

Visit the Plantation Rise onsite sales office at 37 Woombye-Palmwoods Road, Woombye, or phone 5442 3362 for more information.

ust a few minutes’ walk from Nambour CBD, Vista Estate is the latest offering from Sea Vista Developments – a company renowned for building great quality homes that sell at affordable prices.

Set in an idyllic location with forest backdrop, boardwalk and creek with bridge over to the homes, these two- and threebedroom townhouse-style houses offer all of the contemporary conveniences that buyers would expect from much more expensive homes.

In fact, at $1700 per square metre, these properties are priced at well below the cost of other similar properties in the area, which are selling at more than $2200 per square metre.

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Stage two consists of 26 duplex-style townhouses and is due for completion in early 2010. Several homes in the second stage are already under contract, but there is still a wide range to choose from.

This location is becoming increasingly popular, as Sunshine Coasts railway towns are hotly tipped for future growth. The location of this development, Nambour, is central for easy living with its handy access to schools, transport links and the hospital.

Vista Estate is a perfect choice for those looking for affordability, ease of living and assured future growth whether you’re the owner- occupier or investor.

Contact David Hedley-Ward 0406 011 123 or Russell Dell on 0400 409 000 to find out more.

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NAMBOUR www.harcourts.com.au CHANGE IN PLAN CREATES REALISTIC VENDOR NAMBOUR 109 Nambour Mapleton Road

AUCTION ,OOKING SOUTH DOWN OVER NAMBOUR THIS 0ROPERTY POSITIONED ON A LARGE M block with its timbered outlook to the east, includes generous TIMBER DECK NEW +ITCHEN WITH MAGNIlCENT VIEWS MASSIVE PLUMBED AREA underhouse which could be your workshop, storage, small business or EXTENDED LIVING s M s .EW +ITCHEN s 2EALISTIC 6ENDOR WITH -ODEST EXPECTATIONS s !UCTIONED AT -ANTRA -OOLOOLABA TH *ANUARY AUCTION: Mantra Mooloolaba 27/01/2010 OPEN:

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VIEW AT: www.harcourts.com.au INTERNET ID: QNB091203

KEEN VENDORS ARE PACKED AND READY TO GO, WITH NO TIME TO WASTE!

$675,000

ROSEMOUNT 8 Kerada Road

With everything an acreage buyer usually asks for, including a spacious home, pool, views, quiet location, yet close to beaches, etc. If you are in the market for an acreage property, then you must see this one! Make no mistake, the owners are realistic and want this property sold! s 3ET ON A M§ LOW MAINTENANCE BLOCK WITH STREET ACCESS s &OUR DOUBLE BEDROOMS AND A lFTH GUEST ROOM TEEN RETREAT s 6IEWS TO -T #OOLUM AND -AROOCHYDORE s M X M X M SHED SERVICING PIT AND FULL LENGTH CARPORT OPEN:

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Tony Mason M: 0424 925 925 E: tony.mason@harcourts.com.au

VIEW AT: www.harcourts.com.au INTERNET ID: QNB091106

CHEAP AND PERFECT FOR THE MORTGAGE BUSTER PALMWOODS 16 Tytherleigh Road

$359,000 If we still have this in a fortnight I’ll be surprised. With new carpet THROUGHOUT AND A RElTTED KITCHEN THIS LOW SET BRICK AND TILE HOME WITH THREE BEDROOMS HUGE EXTRA HIGH SHED WITH SMALL MEZZANINE mOOR IS unbelievable value. s &EATURING LARGE OUTSIDE ENTERTAINING AREA s 3TRONG SIDE ACCESS s .ATURAL BUSHLAND BACKDROP ON THE BACK BOUNDARY s ,OCATED IN A QUIET AREA WITH NO THROUGH TRAFlC OPEN:

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Todd McGeechan M: 0458 273 627 E: todd.mcgeechan@harcourts.com.au

VIEW AT: www.harcourts.com.au INTERNET ID: QNB091202

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property reviews Resort-style home in Pelican Waters Nestled amongst million-dollar properties, this solidly built family home features a floodlit north/south-facing tennis court, 20-metre lap pool and resort-size spa with safe swim area.

Inside are four big bedrooms, a separate media room, large office, and a kitchen with stone benchtops and high quality appliances. There is ducted air-conditioning and ceiling fans to all bedrooms and the office, and beautiful solid timber floors throughout the main living areas.

The home is very secure with remote-control security gates with intercom and a gated front entry. Other features include two garden sheds, a 5000-litre water tank, high-speed data cabling, double garage, side access for a boat or trailer on a massive 1168-square metre block.

Address: Features: Price: Agent: Contact:

26 Artunga Place, Pelican Waters 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car $819,000 Go Gecko Caloundra 5499 7859 Dean Stephenson 0437 337 207

Big Maroochydore unit

Mudjimba home

Maroochydore unit

This spacious, fully-furnished unit is on the top floor of a great holiday and residential complex overlooking Alexandra Headland and Maroochydore beaches. It has two large bedrooms, ensuite, bathroom, lounge room, family room, dining area, balcony and a private rooftop courtyard, plus an undercover security carpark.

This three-bedroom home represents a great opportunity to break into this popular beachside location. It features three bedrooms, generous living, full-length balcony overlooking the yard and pool, huge storage or potential to renovate below.

There is a double lock-up garage and side access for a boat or caravan.

Eating out, shopping, fishing, swimming and relaxing could become your way of life. This unit features a brand-new kitchen that overlooks a huge combined dining/living area flowing out onto a big balcony. A pool, security parking and low body corporate fees make this property perfect for you to adopt it as your own or as a solid investment.

Address: Features: Price: Agent: Contact:

Address: Features: Price: Agent: Contact:

Unit 31 ’Kalua’, 5 Parker Street, Maroochydore 2 bed, 2 bath, 1 car $380,000 Vic Murphy Real Estate 5443 2433 Greg Mills 0407 750 603

18 Pandanus Street, Mudjimba 3 bed, 1 bath, 2 car $590,000 RealWay Buderim 5445 2777 Rob Gardner 0409 720 148 & Jodie Buchholz 0400 590 201

Address: Features: Price: Agent: Contact:

10/91 Duporth Avenue, Maroochydore 2 bed, 1 bath, 1 car Low $400,000s Next Property Group 1300 400 777 Sarah Green 0423 345 080

• Buderim • Caloundra • Maroochydore • North Shore

KAWANA ISLAND 3!.4/2).) #/524

$445,000

You Won’t Find Another at this Price

FOR THE BUDGET CONSCIOUS….

46 WINDERMERE WAY, SIPPY DOWNS Ideal first home or start for an investor. This 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom home welcomes you with high ceilings, air-conditioning and an open plan kitchen/dining/lounge area. Compact, beautifully maintained and GENUINE BUYING VALUE INCLUDING s BACK PATIO WITH CEILING FAN s ,OW MAINTENANCE BACKYARD WITH GARDEN SHED AND WATER FEATURE s $,5' s 2OOM FOR KIDS PETS IN BACKYARD #ALL NOW FOR AN INSPECTION

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Positioned just a few homes from the tranquil waterway & boardwalk, this two storey home represents excellent value for money! s BEDROOM BATHROOM DOUBLE LOCK UP GARAGE s -ASTER BEDROOM WITH ENSUITE TIMBER DECK WATER GLIMPSES s M HIGH RAKED CEILINGS IN MAIN LIVING AREA s ,ARGE UNDERCOVER OUTDOOR ENTERTAINING AREA s -ODERN KITCHEN WITH ISLAND BENCH s 3URROUNDED BY QUALITY )SLAND RESIDENCES $ON T MISS THIS SUPERB BUYING OPPORTUNITY )T WILL BE SOLD INSPECT Saturday 11-11.30am COASTAL 5477 5107 PETER COX 0413 134 884

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Two-acre home, Bli Bli

River-view unit

Kawana Island living

This superbly positioned and recently completed rendered brick home enjoys seamless indoor/outdoor living and is perfectly nestled amidst 7244m2 grounds.

With dual street access this property is perfect for trucks, boats and sheds. All that is required to finish this home is a driveway and rear patio, plus there is room for an inground pool or full-size tennis court. Located in arguably Bli Bli’s finest precinct, the home features four double bedrooms with stunning ensuite and main bathroom. The gourmet kitchen opens to an all-weather outdoor room overlooking the level two-acres.

This fully renovated unit has a northern aspect with clear views of the river. Featuring a new kitchen, fittings, fixtures, bathroom and amenities, this freshly painted this unit has been modernly updated to maximise the northern water aspect to offer peace and tranquility. Highly motivated owners have bought elsewhere, and we are under very clear instructions to get this property sold before the new year.

With 338m2, this home is all yours to live and entertain in. This stunning rendered home sits on a 671m2 allotment and has three generous open-plan living areas which are fantastic for entertaining friends and family. The galley-style kitchen is fitted with European stainless steel appliances, two-pac cupboards and granite benches. There is ducted air-conditioning throughout this home which features four bedrooms plus a separate study/office near the entry. Stacker doors open up to the outdoor dining area so you can entertain all year.

Address: Features: Price: Agent: Contact:

Address: Features: Price: Agent: Contact:

Address: Features: Price: Agent: Contact:

15-23 Gallery Drive, Bli Bli 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car $700,000 plus buyers Drew Property Group 5448 4666 Chris Drew 0403 249 419

Unit 15 “Edsal Villas” 39 Cootamundra Drive, Mountain Creek 2 bed, 1 bath, 1 car $349,000 Henzells Mooloolaba 5452 3848 Luke Godwin 0438 713 414

17 Fitzroy Court, Kawana Island 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car, 1 office High $500,000s Harcourts Buderim 5476 7822 Trish Kelly 0400 344 314 & Beverley Kelley 0412 205 040

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Family living in Buderim

Water-view penthouse

Chevallum acreage

Experience the cottage warmth and charm combined with the space and livability this substantial Buderim family home delivers.

Featuring several living areas, both casual indoor and outdoor entertaining with plenty of yard space. There are four bedrooms with good separation and the study is large enough to be a third living area or fifth bedroom. There are two bathrooms plus separate toilet, large separate living areas with additional dining. There’s a large private saltwater inground pool and fully landscaped low-maintenance gardens on a 801m2 block all located close to the centre of Buderim.

This massive, waterfront penthouse occupies an entire floor and is truly spectacular. It boasts an elegant, free-flowing design with stunning panoramic, north-easterly blue water and CBD views. The complex itself is unlike any other, it only consists of two units with this penthouse taking full advantage of the whole top floor. There is room for four cars plus even room for the boat or caravan!

The property boasts three bedrooms – all with ocean views, two bathrooms, master retreat complete with large walk-in-robe, ensuite plus its own private balcony.

This family home on acreage is handy to public and private schools and within easy driving distance to shopping facilities. It’s situated on 4002m2 with amazing hinterland and mountain views and an abundance of flat land around the house including a large pool and outdoor entertainment. There’s also plenty of room for the shed. The double-brick home has been well maintained and consists of three double bedrooms plus a single bedroom or study. There is also a second bathroom, separate toilet and large laundry.

Address: Features: Price: Agent: Contact:

Address: Features: Price: Agent: Contact:

Address: Features: Price: Agent: Contact:

14 Alicia Close, Buderim 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Auctionon site Saturday Jan 23 @ 10am Platinum Properties 5437 8806 Jill Wright 0431 343 715 & Steve Kealey 0437 935 369

2/39 Esplanade, Golden Beach 3 bed, 2 bath, 4+ car $885,000 Henzells Agency 5491 2000 Doug Wilson 0417 734 592

162 Chevallum School Road, Chevallum 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Offers over $600,000 RE/MAX Property Associates Paul Becker 0401 024 010 & Donna Danger 5456 0236

Premium Quality Townhouses at Affordable Prices 160 STRINGYBARK ROAD, BUDERIM

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Buderim Queenslander

Stylish Buderim home

Tranquil Tanawha retreat

This well-maintained Queenslander is located in a quiet cul-de-sac. It has wide wraparound verandahs on all sides, a treed outlook from all rooms and is set on nearly 5000 square metres of landscaped gardens and rainforest.

There are spacious open-plan living areas, an air-conditioned master bedroom with ensuite and walk-in robe, guest suite with two-way bathroom and private study. Outside is a separate two-bay shed with extra parking and a second air-conditioned office, plus a pool and mini orchard. A well-appointed timber kitchen, timber floors and vaulted timber ceilings add to the welcoming ambience.

This well-presented, contemporary home features four bedrooms and a study, plus master bedroom with walk-in robe and ensuite. Large double-entry doors reveal a spacious and bright residence with two living areas, air-conditioning, separate dining and a kitchen with stainless steel appliances. The large, open-plan living area flows onto the undercover entertainment area and saltwater pool. The fully fenced 717-square metre block has side access for a car or trailer, and a grassed area for kids to play. Just two years old, this stylish home also has double lock-up garage with automatic doors.

This well-elevated home is surrounded by bush land and offers four spacious bedrooms, including a main with ensuite. The office is located at the front of the home, and there are two air-conditioned living areas, with one living and meals area flowing out to the 84-square metre outdoor entertainment area covered by a five-metre-high gabled roof line.

This area overlooks low-maintenance gardens and an inground pool. The home catches cooling breezes through French doors around the wide verandahs and is positioned at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac just a short drive to Buderim Village.

Address: Features: Price: Agent: Contact:

Address: Features: Price: Agent: Contact:

Address: Features: Price: Agent: Contact:

17-19 Rita Court, Buderim 3 bed, 3 bath, 3 car, 2 office $849,000 Brown Realty Buderim 5445 6144 Pam Paten 0412 957 403

24 Atherton Close, Buderim 5 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Offers over $599,000 RE/MAX Property Associates Darren Rix 0416 188 259

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This Parkyn Parade unit is by the far the cheapest on the prestigious Mooloolaba “Spit”. Presented in good condition this property enjoys views over the park to the river. Hop across the road to the beach and stroll to the shops and restaurants. This irreplacable property would make an ideal investment.

Affordable, absolute beachfront living right in the heart of Mooloolaba. See it for yourself with so much to offer. Enjoy the stunning views with all of life’s little luxuries. Play tennis, have a barbeque or just relax by the pool. The most astute investor will see the true potential of this apartment which is located on the 4th floor and offers a well designed functional floor plan with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, well appointed kitchen with spacious living areas. Complex features: secure underground parking, heated pool and spa, bbq, sauna, large recreational room with pool table and videos.

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Alexandra Headland

Large Townhouse With Bush Outlook

1 bedroom apartments. Great first investment.

Several available. On-site Management. Come and stay in your investment. Mainly holiday let complex.

Magnificent ocean and coastline views are enjoyed from this fully furnished 2 brm + media room penthouse. Relax on your private exclusive use roof top garden which has internal access from your apartment.

Lovely 2 brm ensuite apartment…..sitting on the 3rd floor balcony you can enjoy the ocean view or the fabulous outlook over the pool & tropical landscaping.

Fully furnished & air conditioned & refurbished.

This large townhouse has everything you could wish for. Located in an immaculately maintained complex with lagoon style pool, tennis court, and close to beaches. This property offers more than most homes.

Address: ‘The Beach Club’, 87-97 First Avenue, Mooloolaba Price: $185,000 - $295,000 Contact: Barry Alleway 0411 411 987

Address: 1405 ‘The Sebel’, 20 Aerodrome Road, Maroochydore Price: $875,000 Contact: Col Roper 0412 708 365

Address: 335 ‘Alexandra Beach Resort’, 180 Alexandra Parade Price: $339,000 Morrie Bernhardt 0412 711 175 Mark Aitkin 0408 713 710

Address: 77 ‘Emerald Springs’, 1 Poinsettia Court, Mooloolaba Price: $499,000 Contact: Col Roper 0412 708 365

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Stylish in Twin Waters

Glenview acreage

Sea views in Alex

Treat your family to this stylish and spacious Twin Waters residence located within a short stroll to Maroochy River. Set over two levels this home boasts loads of space and promises to give each family member more than adequate space. The lower level features timber floors and multiple living and dining areas. Upstairs’ boasts a media room, main bathroom and three generous-sized bedrooms including the spacious main bedroom, ensuite and private balcony overlooking the nature reserve beyond.

Complete with an inground pool you can just stroll to the river, golf course or beach.

Tucked away in Glenview, this modern, four-bedroom family home sits on 4079m2 of flat land, which backs on to a natural bushland reserve. Quality throughout, the home features multiple living zones, separate media room plus a fabulous outdoor entertaining area. To top it off, there’s an inground pool to keep cool in summer and plenty of room for the kids to kick a footy or play backyard cricket. Run a home office from the groundfloor bedroom, (which has separate access) and park up to nine vehicles in the triple-bay shed. Complete with a double lock-up, this is low-maintenance acreage living at its best.

Enjoy sensational ocean views of Old Woman Island and Mount Coolum from this unit on level 12. There’s a fully equipped spacious kitchen, which takes advantage of excellent northern ocean views. The large north-facing balcony has views, which extend to Mooloolaba and Point Cartwright. You’ll feel like you’re on holidays, watching the boats glide along the Pacific and surfers catching waves on the point while the kids enjoy playing in the crystal waters of patrolled Alex Beach. Featuring two-bedrooms, master with ensuite, both are placed to take maximum advantage of the outlook.

Address: Features: Price: Agent: Contact:

Address: Features: Price: Agent: Contact:

Address: Features: Price: Agent: Contact:

66 Anchorage Circuit, Twin Waters 3 bed, 3 bath, 2 car Forthcoming auction LJ Hooker Twin Waters 5450 6188 Grant Ormrod 0412 374 787

11 Evergreen Drive, Glenview 5 bed, 2 bath, 9 car Expressions of interest Next Property Group 1300 400 777 Richard Scrivener 0416 799 188 & Matt O’Grady 0414 317 375

Apartment 51 ‘Mandolin’ 174 Alexandra Pde, Alexandra Headland 2 bed, 2 bath, 1 car Auction at The Events Centre Maroochy RSL, Jan 22 @ 11am Maroochydore First National 5409 9910 Shane Purssell 0402 012 142

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PET FRIENDLY – LUXURY APARTMENT

GREAT UNIT @ KINGS

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4/45 Albert St, ‘’Wickham Cove’’

4 Mornington Court, Little Mountain

16/82 Albert Street “Meridian” Kings Beach

“Shearwater Resort” Esplanade, Kings Beach

FULLY RENOVATED WITH VIEWS

QUIET AND PRIVATE

GREAT OCEAN VIEWS

GREAT WATERFRONT OPPORTUNITY

s "ED TWO WAY BATHROOM FANS AND BRAND NEW CARPET SEPARATE TOILET AND SHOWER s ,ARGE LOUNGE DINING WITH VIEWS TO THE SHIPPING LANES s 'REAT VIEW FROM OPEN KITCHEN WITH NEW APPLIANCES s BALCONIES X SLUG POOL IN COMPLEX OF UNITS Price:

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36 The Esplanade, Kings Beach

Ph: 5492 5644

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Sunshine Coast Alex Seaside Resort

Holiday

Grand Palais

What: Where:

What:

146 Alexandra Parade Alexandra Headland QLD 4572 Features: Studios, 1 & 2 Bedroom apartments all with spa baths & ocean views.

Where:

Cnr Alexandra Parade & Mary Sts Alexandra Headland QLD 4572

Features: 1,2 & 3 bed apartments with spa, cable, TV, pool,bbq, opp. beach.

1800 725 247

1800 505 994

www.grandpalais.com.au

www.alexseasideresort.com.au

Mandolin

Argyle On The Park What: Where:

What: Where:

174 Alexandra Parade Alexandra Headland QLD 4572 Features: 1,2,3 bed apartments. Cable TV, Tennis court, pool, children playground and 2 BBQ areas.

31 Cotton Tree Pde Maroochydore QLD 4558 Features: Pool, walk to beach & restaurants, self contained apartments, private roof tops and bbq.

07 5443 3022

07 5443 5011

www.argyleonthepark.com.au

www.mandolin.com.au

Myconos Resort

Rovera Apartments

What: Where:

What: Where:

45 Sixth Avenue Cotton Tree QLD 4558 Features: Pool, spa, bbq, 1 & 2 Bedroom self contained apartments, club room.

07 5451 1711

07 5409 6900

www.myconosresort.com

www.roveracottontree.com.au

Space Holiday Apartments

The Dunes

What: Where:

What: Where:

*Self Rated

27 Cotton Tree Parade Maroochydore QLD 4558 Features: Self-contained apartments-lrg nth facing balconies, pool spas, free cable TV, rest, cafes & shops.

45 The Esplanade Cotton Tree QLD 4558 Features: Pool, spa, gym, Austar, 1 & 2 Bedroom self contained apartments.

07 5430 0000

07 5451 9800

www.spaceholidayapartments.com.au

Aqua Vista What: Where:

*Self Rated

Cnr King St & Cotton Tree Pde Cotton Tree QLD 4558 Features: Pool, spa, BBQ, lift, secure parking, shopping, self contained apartments.

*Self Rated

www.dunes.net.au

Banyandah Towers What: Where:

62 - 64 Sixth Avenue Maroochydore QLD 4558 Features: Self contained apartments, pool, sauna, gym, spa, day spa, car parking.

150 Duporth Avenue Maroochydore QLD 4558 Features: On the river, pool, sauna, spa, games room, BBQ, secure parking.

07 5430 3600

07 5443 6911

www.aquavistaresort.com.au

Catalina Resort

www.banyandah.com.au

Elouera Tower

What: Where:

What: Where:

47 Sixth Avenue Maroochydore QLD 4558 Features: Fully s/c apartments & studio units, cable TV, tennis court, pool, spa, sauna, games room, BBQ.

81 Sixth Avenue Maroochydore QLD 4558 Features: Water views, cable TV, tennis court, heated pool and spa, sauna, day spa.

07 5443 8666

07 5443 5988

www.catalinaresort.com.au

Tourist Attractions Aussie World & Ettamogah Pub 73 Frizzo Road, Palmview (07) 5494 5444 | www.aussieworld.com.au Open 9am – 5pm everyday except Christmas Day Tickets $25 per person or $80 for four people Australia Zoo Glass House Mountains Tourist Drive, Beerwah (07) 5436 2000 | www.australiazoo.com.au Open 9.00am - 4.30pm every day (except Xmas Day) Visit the Australia Zoo website for current prices, show times, special events etc.

The Bellingham Maze 25 Tanawha Tourist Drive, Tanawha (07) 5445 2979 www.bellmaze.com Birch Carroll & Coyle Sunshine Plaza Maroochydore (07) 5409 7222 www.greaterunion.com.au Bigscreen Cinemas Caloundra 11 Bulcock Street Caloundra (07) 5436 6600 www.bigscreencinemas.com.au Big Kart Track Glass House Mtns Tourist Drive, Landsborough (07) 5494 1613 www.bigkart.com.au Big Pineapple Nambour Connection Road, Woombye Phone: 07-5442 1333 www.bigpineapple.com.au Ginger Factory 50 Pioneer Road, Yandina (07) 5446 7096 Website: www.buderimginger.com.au Laserzone 3 Main Drive, Warana 1300 527 379 www.laserzone.com.au Queensland Air Museum 7 Pathfinder Drive, Caloundra (07) 5492 5930 Website: www.qam.com.au Rollerdrome on Ice Iceskating 19 Caloundra Rd, Caloundra (07) 5491 4255 0www.rollerdromeonice.com.au Skirmish Bruce Highway, Palmview (07) 5494 5566 www.skirmishsunshinecoast.com.au

Sunshine Castle 292 - 296 David Low Way, Bli Bli 07 5448 4477 Email: info@sunshinecastle.com Top Shots Fun Park Cnr Maroochydore Road & Allora Drive, Maroochydore (07) 5452 7007 www.topshotsmaroochydore.com Underwater World Parkyn Parade, Mooloolaba (07) 5444 8488 www.underwaterworld.com.au

Local Markets BEERWAH Beerwah Market Woolworths Car Park, Beerwah Every 1st Sunday of the month 7am to 11am Ph: Colleen – 07 5495 3824 CALOUNDRA Caloundra Bulcock Street Market Bulcock Street, Caloundra - Every Sunday 8am to 1pm Ph: Michaele Wheeler 5494 7075 or 0415 380 771 Caloundra Country and Farmer’s Market Central Park, Arthur Street, Caloundra Every Sunday 7am to 12pm Ph: Bob Cave 0401 482 949 COOLUM Coolum Markets CWA Hall, Coolum Terrace, Coolum 1st Saturday of each month 8am - 12 noon Coolum Christmas Markets Tickle Park, David Low Way, Coolum Every Friday evening from December to Jan 5pm - 9pm COOROY Cooroy Markets R.S.L Hall Maple Street Cooroy Ph: 07 5441 6386 Thursdays 8am- 1.30pm COTTON TREE Cotton Tree Street Markets King Street, Cotton Tree Ph: 5479 3095 or 5443 1323 pm Every Sunday 7am to 12 pm

www.eloueratower.com.au

Key Largo Holiday Apartments Langley Park Holiday Apartments What: Where:

New Years Eve Super Hero Party

What: Where:

12 Parker Street Maroochydore QLD 4558 Features: 1 & 2 brm apartments, cable TV, pool, BBQ, close to shops.

6 Aerodrome Road Maroochydore QLD 4558 Features: Self contained apartments, pool, sauna, gym heated spa, bbq, games room.

07 5443 7774

07 5443 6057

www.key-largo.com.au

Sea Breeze Caravan Park

Suncoast Cable Watersports David Low Way, Bli Bli (07) 5448 7555 www.wakeboardskipark.com

www.langleypark.com.au

Cotton Tree Caravan Park

What: Where:

Melrose Parade, Maroochydore, QLD 4558 Features: On the beach. Powered van sites, cabins, modern amenities, BBQ facilities, playground.

1800 461 167 www.holidayparks.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

What: Where: Cotton Tree Parade, Cotton Tree Features: On the River, close to beach & shops. Powered & unpowered sites, caravans & tents, 6 deluxe villas, beachhouse 4 bdrm, BBQs, Internet hotspots.

1800 461 253 www.holidayparks.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

Traditional Irish Fare Lunch & Dinner Specials Every Day Live Bands & Entertainment Every Night Open Till Late

Come dressed as your favorite hero/villan

Starts 9pm Pre-sell Tickets—$20.00, or $25.00 on the door - Prizes + Giveaways - Guest DJ - Band—Blind Chase Bookings: Ph: (07) 5452 6344

Mantra Complex, Esplanade Mooloolaba, 10am—3am. 7days

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Accommodation Guide Activities EUMUNDI Eumundi Market - Saturday Memorial Drive, Eumundi Ph: 5442 8581 or Tony Wall 0419 733 468 Stalls - Ph: 5442 7106 Parking is available in Napier Street Every Saturday 6.30am to 2pm Eumundi Market - Wednesday Memorial Drive. Wednesday 8am to 1pm Ph : 5442 8434 or 0428 135 456 Eumundi Market – Thursday Twilight Memorial Drive, Eumundi Every Thursday in December and January (excluding Christmas Day) 5 – 9pm Eumundi Courtyard Village Markets Opp. The Clock Tower at 76 Memorial Drive Ph: 5442 8720. Every Saturday from 8am-2pm and Wednesday 8.30am-1pm KINGS BEACH Twilight Markets The Esplanade between Otranto Av and Minchinton St Bulcock Beach, Caloundra Friday 8th, 15th Jan, 4 -9pm MALENY Maleny Handcrafts Market Community Hall, Maleny Every Sunday 8am to 2pm Ph: 07 5494 4965 or 0418 733 013 MAROOCHYDORE Maroochydore Sunday Markets Cnr. Fishermans Road and Bradman Avenue, Maroochydore Ph: 5476 6995 or 5445 3852 Inc. a flea market, crafts and fruit and veggie stalls.

Every Sunday 6.30am-12pm NAMBOUR Gardeners and Growers Market Maroochy Pavilion area) Ph: 5446 8273 Fruit& Veg, Garden furniture, equipment and supplies.

Every Thursday, 11am-7pm NOOSA Noosa Farmer’s Market A.F.L Grounds, Weyba Road, Noosaville 2nd & 4th Sunday 7am-12noon Noosa Harbour Marine Village Parkyn Court, Tewantin Ph: 5473 0166 Sundays 8am-2pm PEREGIAN BEACH Peregian Beach Markets Kingfisher Drive, Peregian Beach Ph: 0428 190 055 1st & 3rd Sunday of each month, 7am-12.30pm

YANDINA Yandina Markets Yandina Sports Ground off the Bruce Highway.

Includes a car boot sale. Ph: 5446 8273 Every Saturday 7am-12pm.

Woombye Big Pineapple Farmers Market Nambour Connection Rd. Ph: 0418 769 374 1st & 3rd Saturday of the Month

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1800 427 206

20-30 Aerodrome Road Maroochydore QLD 4558 Features: Pool, steam room, rooftop spa, BBQ, 24-hour reception, 1 & 2 bedroom apartments.

07 5479 8000

07 5451 1200

www.mirvachotels.com

www.silversearesort.com.au

Waves

Trafalgar Towers

What: Where:

What: Where:

36-38 Duporth Avenue Maroochydore QLD 4558 Features: Pool, spa, gym, private jetty, Austar, bbq area, ocean views self, contained 1, 2 or 3 bed.

120 Duporth Avenue Maroochydore QLD 4558 Features: Fully self-contained apartments, pool, sauna, spa, games room, tennis court.

07 5479 4600

07 5443 3288

www.thewaves.net

www.trafalgartowers.com.au

Alexandra On The Pacific

Aegean Resort

What: Where:

What: Where:

4 Buderim Road Alexandra Headland QLD Features: Spa, sauna, pool, bar, 1, 2 & 3 bedroom apartments, cable tv, in-room spa.

14 River Esplanade Mooloolaba QLD 4557 Features: Pool, spa, bbq,1 & 2 bedroom self contained apartments, opposite beach & Surf Club.

Blue Water Kayak Caloundra Power Boat Club Ramp, Golden Beach Bell’s Creek Boat Ramp, Golden Beach (07) 5494 7789

1800 800 999

07 5444 1255

www.alexandraonthepacific.com

www.aegeanmooloolaba.com.au

Cilento

Caribbean Resort

What:

What: Where:

17-19 Brisbane Road Mooloolaba QLD 4557 Features: Pool, spa, sauna, BBQ, gym, games room, restaurants, 1 & 2 bed self contained apartments

Cruiz Away River Tours Phone: 5444 7477 www.cruisemooloolaba.com.au Caloundra Cruises Phone: 5492 8280 www.caloundracruise.com

Where:

19 First Avenue Mooloolaba QLD 4557

Features: Gym, pool, spa, austar, 1,2,3,brm apartments, dvd player.

07 5457 9100

07 5444 7311

Blue Fleet Cruises & Tours Phone: 5439 7728 or 0434 331 104

Function Room – Top Floor

What: Where:

106 Sixth Avenue Maroochydore QLD 4558 Features: Self-con 2&3brm apts with ocean views, air-con, Austar & spa. Pool, spa, gym, steamroom & BBQ area.

Caloundra Jet Ski Phone 0434 330 660 www.caloundrajetski.com.au

Stand up paddle board hire and lessons Shop1/19 Cotton Tree Pde, Maroochydore Phone: (07) 5479 2131 or 0404 431 153 www.sunshinecoastkitesurfing.com

The Sebel

What: Where:

Caloundra Aquatic Lifestyle Centre Central Park Rd (off Arthur St), Caloundra Phone 07 5491 8799

Sunshine Coast Kitesurfing Co. Shop1/19 Cotton Tree Pde, Maroochydore Phone: (07) 5479 2131 or 0404 431 153 www.sunshinecoastkitesurfing.com

07 5430 1300 www.on-theriver.com

Silver Sea Resort

Coolum-Peregian Aquatic Centre David Low Way, Coolum Beach Phone 07 5473 9042

Breakaway Charters Maloja Ave Tripoony Jetty, Bulcock Beach Phone: 0408 785 108 Half and full day cruises available.

136 Duporth Avenue Maroochydore QLD 4558 Features: Pool, spa, BBQ, 2 & 3 bedroom, Austar, Jetty and Pontoon, walk to restaurants and shops.

www.dreamtimeresorts.com.au

Australia Zoo Whale Encounters The Wharf Mooloolaba, Parkyn Parade, Mooloolaba Phone 1300 274 539 www.australiazoo.com.au

Kawana Aquatic Centre Stockland Park, 320 Nicklin Way Bokarina Phone 07 5493 7788

What: Where:

1 Duporth Avenue Maroochydore QLD 4558 Features: Spectacular views, air-con, heated pool & sundeck, BBQ, gym.

Watersport Activities

Cotton Tree Aquatic Centre The Esplanade, Cotton Tree Phone 07 5443 5601

On the River Apartments What: Where:

www.cilentomooloolaba.com.au

www.caribbeanresort.com.au

Malibu

Nautilus What: Where:

What: Where:

81 The Mooloolaba Esplanade QLD 4557 Features: 2 bedroom / 2 bathroom holiday apartments, heated spa & lap pool air-conditioned, bbq.

30-32 River Esplanade Mooloolaba QLD 4557 Features: Heated pool, waterfall, spa, wading pool, mini putt putt, gym, bbq, 1 & 2 bed s/c apartments, cable tv.

1800 649 192

1800 646 439

www.malibu.com.au

www.nautilusmooloolaba.com

The Duporth Riverside What: Where:

Pacific Beach Resort

6 Wharf Street, Maroochydore 4558 QLD Features: Pool, spa, gym, steamroom, pontoon, stunning ocean views from large balconies, self-con 2 & 3 Brm apts.

1300 766 014 www.theduporth.com.au

What: Where:

95 The Mooloolaba Esplanade Mooloolaba QLD 4557 Features: Pool, spa, sauna, bbq, tennis court, games room, 1, 2 & 3 brms fully self contained apartments.

07 5444 4733 www.pacificbeach.com.au

Peninsular Beachfront Resort Sandcastles on the Beach What: Where:

It’s Spectacular

Enquire at Reception

The Mooloolaba Esplanade Mooloolaba QLD 4557 Features: 1, 2 & 3 bdm apartments, pool, spa, sauna, BBQ, gym, tennis court, restaurants.

07 5444 4477 www.peninsular.com.au

What: Where:

Cnr Parkyn Parade & River Esplanade Mooloolaba QLD 4557 Features: Pool, walk to beach restaurants, opposite Surf Club, s/c apartments, private roof tops with bbq.

1800 801 649 www.sandcastlesonthebeach.com.au

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Sunshine Coast Belaire Place

Holiday

Casablanca

What: Where:

What: Where:

34 Minchinton St, Bulcock Beach Caloundra 4551 QLD Features: Fully self-contained one bdm apartments, air-con, cable, TV, ocean views, pool.

07 5491 8688

1800 010 884

www.belaireplace.com

Gemini Resort

Capeview Apartments What: Where:

26 Orvieto Terrace, Kings Beach, Caloundra, QLD 4551 Features: Ocean views, fantastic swimming pool & BBQ area. 2,3 bed apts, private balconies, LU garages.

Stroll to beach, shops, tavern & clubs.

49 Landsborough Parade Golden Beach Caloundra 4551 QLD Features: Free in-house movies, cable, TV bbq, pool, waterslide, spas, sauna, tennis court, game room restaurant

www.capeview.com.au

32 Queen of Colonies Parade Moffat Beach QLD 4551 Features: Fully equipped 2 3 bedroom apartments, cable TV, spa, sauna, BBQ, pool

Caloundra RSL 19 West Tce Caloundra (07) 5491 1544 www.caloundrarsl.com.au

1800 068 798

07 5499 6688

Nambour RSL Matthew St Nambour (07) 5441 2366 www.nambourrsl.com.au

www.norfolks.com.au

www.ceruleanapts.com

Portobello By The Sea

What: Where:

Mooloolaba Surf Club Esplanade, Mooloolaba (07) 5444 1300 www.thesurfclub.com.au

What: Where:

115 Bulcock Street Caloundra QLD 4551 Features: Luxury self contained units, pool, spa, sauna, gym & games, cable tv

6 Beerburrum Street Dicky Beach 4551 QLD Features: Fully self contained 1,2 & 3 bdm apts, pool, BBQ, restaurant, shops, opposite beach.

07 5491 1788

Caloundra Power Boat Club Woorim Park The Esplanade Golden Beach (07) 5492 1444 www.caloundrapowerboat.com.au

1800 242 515

www.oceanviewsresort.com.au

www.portobellobythesea.com.au

Pumicestone Blue Resort

Riviere On Golden Beach

What: Where:

What: Where:

72 Esplanade Golden Beach Caloundra 4551 QLD Features: 1,2 3 & 4 bdrm apts, water views, ens with spa bath, TV, DVD & CD player, wireless broadband in all apts, BBQ, pool, fishing.

111 Bulcock Street Caloundra QLD 4551 Features: Rooftop heated pool, spa, sauna, gym, BBQ, restaurant/ café, 2 & 3 bdm serviced apts.

07 5492 3200

1800 625 571

www.riviere.com.au

www.pumicestoneblue.com

Rydges: Oasis Resort

What: Where:

What: Where:

Landsborough Parade Golden Beach Caloundra 4551 QLD Features: Pool, Spa, Tennis court, Children’s mini putting green, 24 hr reception, restaurant,bar.

10 Levuka Av Kings Beach Caloundra 4551 QLD Features: Spa, sauna, BBQ, pool, games room, absolute beachfront, 1,2 & 3 bedroom apartments.

1800 775 559

1800 072 096

www.dreamtimeresorts.com.au

www.rydges.com/oasis

The Moorings What: Where:

What: Where:

88 Esplanade Golden Beach Caloundra 4551 QLD Features: Pool, spa, gym, steam room, bbq, restaurant, Austar, self contained apartments

3 Landsborough Parade Golden Beach Caloundra 4551 QLD Features: Self-cont. 2 & 3 bedroom apts, dvd players, free Pay TV, large private balconies, spa, pool, bbq.

07 5492 1388

07 5492 7888

www.mooringsbeachresort.com.au

www.sailsresort.com

La Promenade Waterfront

Maroochydore RSL Memorial Avenue, Maroochydore 07 5443 2211 www.maroochyrsl.com.au

What: Where:

16 Leeding Terrace, Caloundra QLD 4551 Features: 2 / 3 bdm self contained apartments with spas, heated pool & spa, BBQ, gazebo, security carpark, ocean views.

Sails Resort

Clubs/Entertainment

Norfolks On Moffat Beach Resort

What: Where:

Rolling Surf Resort

Wavesense Surfing Academy Noosa Heads Website: www.wavesense.com.au Phone: 0414369076

5491 6436

07 5492 2200 www.geminiresort.com.au

Ocean Views Resort

Coolum Surf School Just look for the Coolum Surfing School white truck or the blue tent on the beach this summer. Call us on 0438 731 503 or 07 5446 5279.

Website: www.coolum.com.au/coolumsurfingschool Ph: 0438 731 503 Email: surfschool@coolum.com.au Coolum Main Beach, Tickle Park, Coolum Beach

www.casablanca.net.au

What: Where:

Cerulean Apartments

Maroochydore Surf School Grant Thomas has been surfing professionally for over 5 years and has been rated as high as number 7 in the world. Website: www.maroochysurfschool.com.au Phone: 0410 345 922

Cnr Edmund St & Ormonde Tce Kings Beach Caloundra QLD 4551 Features: Pool, bbq, half tennis court, fully self-contained 2 3 bdm apartments

Rumba Beach Resort

What: Where: 4 Tay Ave Caloundra QLD 4551 Features: One and two bedroom absolute waterfront apartments with air conditioning, kitchenette and spa bath in all units.

07 5499 7133 07 www.lapromenade.com.au

What: Where:

The Esplanade, Bulcock Beach, Caloundra Features: 1,2 & 3 bedroom luxury, pools, spa, restaurants, opposite patrolled beach.

5492 0555

Surf Schools XL Surfing Academy Robbie has been surfing for 31 years. He competed on the World Pro Circuit for 8 years and was rated number 5 in the world for 1 month. Ph: 07 5478 1337 Email: surfacademy@bigpond.com Web: www.xlsurfingacademy.com.au Locations: Mooloolaba, Alexandra Headland, Kings Beach, Sunshine Coast, Queensland Australia.

Mudjimba Surf School Contact Heath or Shane Campbell 0401 260 418 mudjimbasurf@hotmail.com for direct bookings or call Chris and Deb at Old woman Surf Shop Mudjimba 54487025 for board hire, surf accessories and quality boards.

North Caloundra Surf School Bookings phone Russell on Mobile: 0411 221 730

Alex Surf Club 167 Alexandra Pde, Alexandra Headlands (07) 5443 6677 www.alexsurfclub.com.au Maroochydore Surf Club 34-36 Alexandra Parade, Maroochydore (07) 5443 1298 www.maroochydoresurfclub.com.au Caloundra Surf Club Ormond Tce Kings Beach (07) 5491 8418 www.caloundrasurfclub.com.au Peregian Beach Surf Club Kingfisher Drive, Peregian Beach (07) 5448 1728 www.peregianslsc.com Marcoola Surf Club 64-76 The Esplanade, Marcoola (07) 54487311 www.marcoolaslsc.com.au Coolum Surf Club 1775 - 1779 David Low Way, Coolum Beach (07) 5446 1148 www.coolumsurfclub.com

New Years Eve Thursday 31st - 6:05pm • Delicious Seafood Buffet • Adults $85 - 18+ event • Tickets available from Reception • Athol Matcham and Band featuring a Roy Orbison Show

Ph: 5438 5800 19 West Terrace, Caloundra QLD 4551

www.caloundrarsl.com.au

www.rumbaresort.com.au

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Accommodation Guide Activities Club Pelican 48 Mahogany Drive, Pelican Waters (07) 5437 5000 www.clubpelican.com.au Horton Park Golf Club Golf Street, Maroochydore (07) 5443 1223 www.hortonparkgolfclub.com

The Waterford Prestige Apartments Tranquil Shores

the stars at 7.00pm. The action then moves to the beach for the best possible viewing of the fireworks set to explode at 8.45pm. Program concludes at 9.00pm. Please note there will not be fireworks at midnight.

In addition there will be roving artists, side show alley games, jumping castle, food & drink stalls or dine in or BYO from cafes & restaurants in the area.

Headland Golf Club 65 Golf Links Rd Buderim (07) 5444 5800 www.headlandgolfclub.com.au

Where: Lions Park, Kings Beach (near the water fountain) When: Thursday 31st December from 5.30pm For more information please contact Rhonda from Creative Events Sunshine Coast on 0405 123 417.

Twin Waters Golf Club 151 Ocean Drv Mudjimba Beach (07) 5457 2444 www.twinwatersgolfclub.com.au

MOOLOOLABA Crowd favourites Kate Miller-Heidke and The Black Sorrows are the headline acts at a free family New Year’s Eve spectacular planned for Mooloolaba.

Sunshine Coast Cup Sunday 17th January 2010 10.30am - 4pm Sunshine Coast Turf Club, 170 Pierce Av Caloundra Phone: 5491 6788 www.sctc.com.au

The line-up will also feature American soul diva Lisa Hunt and Latin/funk band A French Butler Called Smith.

Ginger Flower and Food Festival Thurs 22nd January - Sun 25th January 2010 9am-5pm Ginger Factory, 50 Pioneer Rd Yandina Phone 07 5446 7100 Full event program can be found at: www.gingerfactory.com.au

New Year’s Eve Activities

The New Year’s Eve spectacular will feature two fireworks displays, one at 8.30pm, and another at midnight. Activities will kick off from 2pm and go into the evening with children’s entertainment, a beachside carnival, fire shows on the beach and roving performers. There will be two stages of entertainment – one at the southern end of the beach and another at the northern end.

Alcohol Free Event.

Australia Day Activities

KAWANA Not ONE but THREE gigantic Fireworks Shows on the hour 7pm, 8pm and 9pm each with a great kids theme. The Amazing Water Aqua Screen Spectacular - Featuring movie magic, lasers, dancing water fountains, incredible moving lighting effects on the massive 10 foot wall of water Plus sideshow rides, live stage show, 3 freestyle motorcross shows which include awesome backflips, kids favourite movies on the LED giant screen, live on stage magicians, Transzilla the fire breathing dinosaur devouring a whole car, costume charaters, hot rod displays and much much more.

Full catering.

Where - Stockland Park, Kawana When - Thursday 31st December 2009 from 3pm Cost - $25 for adults, $15 for kids, $20 for students, $65 for family (2 adults and 2 children aged between 3 & 11), children under 3 are free. For more information, please visit www.kcsfireworks.com

Family Fun Day at Aussie World From 9am Tuesday 26 January Frizzo Road, Bruce Highway, Palmview Phone: 07 5494 5444 www.aussieworld.com.au Famous Australia Day Dunny Races are held in front of the Ettamogah Pub and are free to watch. Rides, games and activities for the whole family.

Havianas 2010 Australia Day Thong Challenge 26th January 2010 Mooloolaba Main Beach – Phone: Klick Communications: Sunshine Coast Friends 02 8353 7100

Sunshine Coast Regional Council’s Australia Day Awards Ceremony 25th January 2010 KING’S BEACH Sunset ceremony held at Mooloolaba Beach. The event The entertainment program includes Humphrey B Bear show, will include performances by local musicians and the singing and dancing from The Silly Billies and a movie under presentation of awards by the Mayor. www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

BATHROOM CLEARANCE!

57 Minchinton Street Bulcock Beach Caloundra 4551 QLD Features: Fully self-contained apartments, pool, spa, Austar, TV, ocean views, wireless internet.

07 5492 0444

07 5491 8509

www.thewaterford.com.au

www.tranquilshores.com

Waterview Resort

Watermark Resort

What: Where:

What: Where:

14 The Esplanade Bulcock Beach Caloundra QLD 4551 Features: Fully self-contained 1 bdrm luxury apartments, air-con, free cable TV, ocean views, pool.

38 Maloja Avenue Bulcock Beach Caloundra 4551 QLD Features: Fully self-cont. 1, 2 & 3 bdrm units, 20 units with private roof tops with BBQ’s, pool, spa, bbq, boardwalk.

07 5491 8999

399

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SemiRecessed Vanity Unit

Windward Passage

Worldmark

What: Where:

What: Where:

31 Landsborough Parade Golden Beach Caloundra QLD 4551 Features: Fully self-contained apartments, ocean views, Pay TV, air-con, heated pool, bbq.

75 Esplanade Golden Beach Caloundra 4551 QLD Features: Fully self-cont. apts, bar, BBQ, beach boat access, gym, restaurant, sauna, spa, pool, tennis court.

07 5492 3666

07 5437 4273

www.windwardpassage.com.au

www.wyndhamvrap.com

Burgess @ Caloundra

Meridian Caloundra

What: Where:

What: Where:

70 Albert Street Kings Beach QLD 4551 Features: 2-3 bedroom self contained apartments, pool, spa, walk to beach, half tennis court,saunas.

Cnr Burgess and Albert Street Caloundra QLD 4551 Features: Lrg 2/3 bed apartments, pool, BBQ, Cable TV, WIFI inroom broadband, Spectacular balcony views.

07 5491 4594

07 5491 0600

www.burgesskingsbeach.com.au

www.meridiancaloundra.com.au

The Entrance

Centrepoint Apartments Caloundra

What: Where:

What: Where:

Cnr. Minchinton St. & Leeding Tce. Caloundra Qld 4551 Features: 1,2,3 Bed apartments, pool, spa, saunas, BBQ, Cable TV, stroll to shops, restaurant, beach.

5 Hume Pde Currimundi Lake 4551

Features: Swimming Pool, Barbecue, Lift, Currimundi Lake & Surf beach.

07 5493 6994

07 5492 0100

www.entrance.com.au

www.centreresort.com

Dicky Beach Family Holiday Park Big 4 Forest Glen Resort What: Where: Beerburrum St Caloundra Features: Swimming Pool,BBQ’s & camp kitchen, tennis court, grassy tent and caravan sites, sc units, on the beach, close to cafes & shops.

5491 3342 www.dicky.com.au

Noosa Caravan Park What: Where:

4 Russell Street, Noosaville

5449 7050 www.holidayparks.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

What: Where: 71 Owen Creek Rd Forest Glen Features: Cabins, camping, ensuite sites, pool, waterslide, spa, tennis courts, mini golf, movies, games room & basketball court.

1800 669 955 www.forestglenresort.com.au

Mudjimba Beach What: Where: Cottonwood Street, Mudjimba, Qld Features: Opp. Mudjimba beach, fishing in Maroochy river. Manicured lawns & gardens, swimming pool, BBQ, camping, Caravans, Cabins.

5448 7157 www.holidayparks.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

Mooloolaba Beach Caravan Park Coolum Beach Caravan Park What: Where:

You won’t find a better price!

110 Sugar Road Maroochydore renowarehouse.com.au Ph: 5451 1160 Open 7 Days - Mon-Fri 9-4.30pm & Sat 9.30-2pm

www.waterviewresort.com.au

www.watermarkresort.com.au

Features: On shores of Noosa River, campers and caravans, fishing, beaches, close to Hastings St.

$ 3 Star with Soft-Close seat

What: Where:

13-19 Leeding Terrace Caloundra 4551 QLD Features: Lap pool, spa, sauna, gym, BBQ, 2 & 3 bedroom self contained apartments

07 5491 3300

Events

Wall Faced Toilets

What: Where:

Home & Renovation

WAREHOUSE

Parkyn Parade, Mooloolaba, QLD 4557 Features: Patrolled Beach frontage to Mooloolaba Beach, Surf Club.

Close to restaurant and alfresco dining hub, van & camping sites.

5444 1201 www.holidayparks.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

What: Where: David Low Way Coolum Features: Right on Coolum Beach, in the heart of Coolum. Patrolled Beach,Camping, Caravans, Cab ins, BBQ, choice of restaurants.

5446 1474 www.holidayparks.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au

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hinterland

Living the dream

by Pauline Clayton

Maleny and the villages that surround it have grown up, but the features that make them so attractive have never changed. hy do people around Australia, around the globe for that matter, inevitably say, “Oh how I envy you, I would love to live there”, when you mention you live in Maleny.

The answer is because Maleny epitomises the dream lifestyle for urban dwellers whose view is a fence.

Maleny and the high Sunshine Coast hinterland towns and villages including Montville, Mapleton, Booroobin, Witta, Conondale and Cambroon are a touch rural, a touch mountain range, a touch rolling green hills and a touch rainforest.

And a touch golden beach as from the northern, eastern and southern ridges, the views across the foothills takes in the coastal strip and the ocean as far as the eye can see.

Tucked in the ridges and valleys of the Blackall Range are pristine creeks, waterfalls, walking trails and an abundance of wildlife.

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Even the most modest hinterland backyard can boast sugar gliders, possums, bower birds, owls, snakes and most famously, funnel-web and redback spiders.

It is not uncommon for a nature lover to witness more than 60 bird species visiting a backyard bird bath.

Maleny is first and foremost the service town for the region. It has been so since the first horse men road over the ridge in the late 1800s looking for land to start a new life.

The names of these first settlers are still prominent in the hinterland today.

Simpson, Bryce, Cole, Grigor, McCarthy, Thynne, Pattemore, Hankinson, Trail, Collard and Dunlop are just a few whose sons and daughters who have made way for the tree-changers who have bought with them a touch of continued over >

Panoramic Views + Luxury + Privacy + Security + Motivated Sellers = Great Opportunity

Views to the Sunshine Coast, Moreton Island and The Gateway Bridge Ever wanted a luxurious abode perched upon your own piece of a private, gated mountain community? Look no further. No prying neighbours, no barking dogs and no road noise, just the calm of the hinterland with views spanning from the Sunshine Coast to Moreton Island to the Gateway Bridge. Known as the “Glasshouse”, the architect design takes full advantage of the superb location offering breathtaking views from every room. The lavish entry statement sets the scene for the stylish combination of rich timber floors, subtle modern colours and floor to ceiling glass. Two wings on the upper level perfectly separate the living, dining, lounge and gourmet kitchen area from 3 bedrooms including the main. The lower level of 2 bedrooms / bathroom and the games / entertaining room is another self contained paradise ideal as a teenagers retreat, guest quarters or just wow your friends with the ultimate party room. Don’t miss an opportunity like this. The owners are genuinely committed elsewhere so arrange an inspection today.

• 550sqm of living with 5 bed, 3 bath, 2 car garaging • Air conditioned plus a fireplace • 10 acres within a 100 acre private gated community of only 10 properties • 45 minutes to Brisbane airport - 40 mins to Caloundra - 30 mins to Bribie Island beaches - 15 mins to major shopping and transport • Huge entertaining wing complete with full sized wet bar, blackjack and billiard table (which stay) • Massive undercover deck with spa (which stays)

Priced at only $1,100,000 - Inspect by Appointment. Call Steve Hay 0417 200 559 or visit our website ID - SH091121 STEVE HAY REAL ESTATE | Ph: 5428 0099 | www.stevehayrealestate.com.au | admin@stevehayrealestate.com.au

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hinterland city life with boutiques and better coffee.

The dilemma for those fortunate to settle in the Sunshine Coast hinterland is where to settle. Every area has its special character and lifestyle.

On the eastern ridge are Balmoral, Montville, Flaxton and Mapleton, where many houses afford a priceless view across to the ocean. Maleny, which sits in the middle ridge, is considered the centre of the Blackall Range and while still a service town for the region, is now attracting tourists.

Lesser known spots are Reesville, Booroobin and Wootha on the southern end of the range before it drops down to Woodford and on the western ridge, Witta and Curramore.

When it comes to property, there are rural residential sites available across the ridges. There are also small acreage plots, but these have always been scarce due to restrictions on carving up farmland.

John Taylor from Montville Real Estate tells MPR that in effect the range is controlled by the State Government’s South East Queensland Regional Plan and therefore secure from major large development.

John tells MPR that under the planning scheme currently being formulated by the amalgamated

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Sunshine Coast Regional Council, for a rural holding to be subdividable it must be a minimum of 200 hectares to leave a minimum balance area of 100 hectares.

Historically this has long been the case with exceptions for farm owners to develop single sites if they sign over any forested or unique part of their property under a permanent conservation covenant.

David Gamble from Maleny and Hinterland Real Estate says even with restrictions it is unlikely any land owner would want to carve up the farm.

“Today, 100 acres is so valuable as it is so hard to get. This kind of acreage is always going to hold its value,” he says.

While Queensland’s property market

is going through a revival according to the latest Real Estate Institute of Queensland median house sales data, nothing much has changed in the hinterland.

“It always holds is value and is always going to be sought-after because of how attractive it is,” David says.

“It is close to Brisbane, close to the airport at Maroochydore, close to beaches and close to shopping centres on the coast.

“It is also such a broad market with a wide variety from large farm holdings to small acreage, rural residential and in recent years a smattering of home units in Maleny and Montville.

“We have properties in a price range

from $290,000 to $3 million and pretty well everything in between,” David adds.

John agrees the hinterland market is positive and buoyant.

“Fluctuations really don’t occur here because we are not in a mortgage belt and forced sales are rare.”

Currently a recently and extensively developed property on Mountain View Road is attracting a great deal of attention from buyers around the world.

The owners are reputedly looking for more than $8 million.

The Sunshine Coast hinterland is no longer a sleepy farming community. It is now being recognised for what it is – one of the most unspoiled and sought-after spots in Australia.

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property reviews Lovely lifestyle property in Kureelpa This well-presented, large home has four bedrooms with an ensuite, large functional kitchen, formal dining, lounge room with fireplace and large rumpus room. All the bedrooms are big with fans and air-conditioning in the main bedroom. North-facing, the property allows you to sit on your verandah overlooking the beautiful gardens and large saltwater pool. Work from home in the tworoom office, which forms part of the large lock-up two-car garage. Two further carports provide two more car spaces and a caravan space. Ideally situated at the end of a cul-de-sac on 1.62 acres, this property provides the perfect lifestyle home within easy driving distance of Nambour or Maleny.

Address: Features: Price: Agent: Contact:

29 Heath Lane, Kureelpa 4 bed, 2 bath, 4 car, 2 office Auction at the Events Centre Maroochy RSL Jan 22 @ 11am Carolans First National 5441 1344 Peter Wrigley 0407 374 349

However, as more and more buyers are mentioned before, selling periods were much longer as buyers took their time to make decisions and leaning towards finding the right land and commit to contracts. building what they want, the pressure on vacant The type of buyer for acreage property in the acreage land will begin to be felt towards the end coming year will not change dramatically from 2009, of the 2010 year if current and proposed supplies as the reasons for purchasing don’t increase. There is currently a decent supply in the hinterland have not changed. However, we of quality vacant land Sooner rather than later anticipate that the level (rural-residential) and this is keeping prices steady. of inquiry will rise as we is the best bet if you want move through the year.

But as we go through the to buy in at current market year and this stock is not This is because prospective purchasers have sold up on the replaced, there will be residential front and are looking pressure on prices as for the green change that they may have put off the demand continues to strengthen.

At this point, there are not a great deal of doing during the turbulent financial period that was experienced last year. proposed rural-residential subdivisions coming through Council in the central hinterland area, As the market continues to show stronger confidence throughout 2010, we anticipate the levels limiting replacement of stock. So, if you are looking for decent acreage allotments, sooner of stock for acreage homes to remain quite constant, rather than later is the best bet if you want to which will allow prices to remain strong, with only slight increases as we go through 2010 to 2011. buy in at current market levels.

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43 Sir Joseph Banks Dr, Pelican Waters – 4 bed, 2 bath home w 3 car accom. POA. TNT to pay excess water. $650 p/w.

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Coolum industrial shed A unit site in a small gated community is available for lease. his industrial shed of 361 square metres is set in a quality development in Coolum and is available for lease. The unit features six-metre-high studs allowing for a mezzanine level, and it has high access, electric roller doors and three-phase

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This small gated development offers excellent secure tenancy and is well placed to access major arterial roads and is approximately 2.5 kilometre east of Coolum Beach town centre.

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Innovation Parkway ground-floor space This prominent site in Kawana Waters offers tenants and owners plenty of exposure and visibility for their business. his property consists of the entire ground floor in a contemporary three-storey office building situated on a prominent corner in a premier commercial and industrial precinct at Kawana Waters.

As far as profile and visibility is concerned, it doesn’t get much better than this. The recently completed Kawana Way adjoins the western boundary, Metier Linkway is along the north and vehicular access is from Innovation Way, giving the property three street frontages.

The property is visible from whatever direction you approach and is clearly sighted east of the Kawana Waters Homemaker Centre.

The property consists of two separate titles and a total of 990 square metres of professional office space over four tenancies. Also included are the large foyer and lift areas.

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Coolum Beach 89m2 & 321m².

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SHOWROOM / OFFICE 64 Sugar Road, Maroochydore $760 per week + Outgoings + GST. 195m², 3 separate areas. Excellent exposure and great signage and access.

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INDUSTRIAL 10 / 7-9 Premier Circuit, Warana $750,000 424m² in prime building. Limited options to buy in Kawana. New 3 year lease at settlement date. Income $55,000 per annum. Front and rear roller door access. Plus GST (if applicable).

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MEDICAL Asking $650,000 Medical Investment. Two tenants in retail / office building of 150m². Good leases & shop front parking. Net income of $53,628 pa.

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INDUSTRIAL Coolum Industrial Estate High stud shed of 361m2 in quality development. Rent 2 Buy or lease at $581 per week plus GST. Glenn Jonas 0400 401 919, glenn.jonas@henzellsmooloolaba.com.au

RETAIL 1/101 Brisbane Road, Mooloolaba POA ATTENTION INVESTORS!!! Great exposure, excellent income being $17,280 net pa + GST. All outgoings paid by the tenant. 3 x 5 x 5 year lease commenced 23/03/09 Paul Freney 0418 714 224, paul.freney@henzellsmooloolaba.com.au

RETAIL/SHOP 8/3 Tarcoola Avenue, Mooloolaba Located in Mooloolaba Junction Convenience Centre. Next to McDonalds, Subway, Night Owl and Dominos. Total area 77m² approx.

Great car parking and excellent position for signage. Rent $3500 per month + outgoings.

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OFFICE 7/102 Burnett Street, Buderim $495,000 Excellent Position, Great Investment. $35,800 net income per annum. 3 x 3 x 3 year lease (commenced 27th January 2008). 102m² fully fitted out medical rooms. Fully air-conditioned.

Paul Freney 0418 714 224, paul.freney@henzellsmooloolaba.com.au RESTAURANT 1/78 Sixth Avenue, Maroochydore $500,000 5-year lease from 1st November 2006 + 3 year option.

Net income: $33,412.28.

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OFFICE 106 Sixth Avenue, Maroochydore Ground floor air-conditioned and carpeted modern office. 130m2 marble tiled entry, 4 designated car spaces. Ready to move in.

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Create an organic garden

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of animal manure before planting.

• Use organically grown seed in the vegetable patch and a natural growth stimulant on your seedlings.

• Plant bird-attracting shrubs to encourage natural insect-eaters into the garden.

• Hand remove pests as soon as they appear and choose natural pest controls.

ncreasing environmental and health issues has helped the recent rapid rise in the popularity of organic gardening.

Home owners seem more enthusiastic than ever to grow their gardens in harmony with the environment without the interference of chemical fertilisers and pest controls.

Even if you don’t go completely organic, it’s still helpful to try and introduce some organic principals into your gardening. Here’s what you need to know to get your organic green thumb started.

• Improve your soil by mixing in plenty of compost and other bulky organic matter.

• Feed plants with naturally-derived fertilisers.

• Create no-dig garden beds by building layers of hay, compost or other bulky material above the natural soil level.

• Enrich your garden with sprinklings

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If your stains are new and pretty small, you’re in luck. These ones can usually be removed with hot water, detergent and a steel brush. Simply apply the detergent to the stained area and scrub with the steel brush. Clean with water and repeat the process if necessary.

The job will be a bit bigger if the stains are larger or have been there for a while. It’s best to purchase a degreaser that is powerful, concentrated, ready to use and fast acting. Surfactant-based cleaners will remove ingrained dirt, grease and oil deposits and most automotive fluids without damaging the driveway surface.

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Scrub vigorously with a steel brush. Leave for five to 10 minutes, then wash away with water. Repeat the process if the stain remains.

Heavily stained areas may require the degreaser to be left on for a little longer before washing, but don’t let the product dry out. If the stain re-appears within 24 hours, it means the oil has penetrated the substrate.

In this case, repeat the process.

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by Jessica Ainscough

A local businesswoman, a female senator and a group of determined women have joined together to build a display home with a difference in Sippy Downs. am Sheppard is taking the saying, “If you want a job done right, you’ve got to do it yourself ” to a new level. The award-winning Sunshine Coast builder has gathered together a team of South-East Queensland’s finest female construction workers to build a unique display home.

The Women into Building Housing Showcase is being built from start to finish by an entirely female team. The talented women are responsible for everything from the building plans and construction, through to the landscaping. The project aims to raise awareness and acceptance of women who choose to work in the traditionally male-dominated construction industry.

“Women from all backgrounds – whether architectural, design, landscape, engineers or tradespeople – are creating not a display home but a showcase of determination,’’ Sam says.

Sam and her business, Buildmore, bought the 385-square metre block of land located in the Master Builders display village in Investa’s Bellflower neighbourhood at Sippy Downs.

With a background in the construction industry, ACT senator Kate Lundy is the national patron of the initiative. After dropping out of high school at 16, Kate worked as a labourer, removing asbestos from buildings. She says that at the time she knew a couple of women in the industry, but it was a tiny minority.

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As well as highlighting women’s determination to be accepted in nontraditional areas, the project is also raising the profile of Queensland’s building industry. And the home is being built to sustainable guidelines – it’s already achieved a six-star energy rating.

Numerous high-profile organisations have already committed to the project.

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Garden life

The great estate

This village offers an idyllic place to settle and retire.

There’s nothing retiring about retirement living on the Sunshine Coast. Choose the right estate or village for you, and prepare to enjoy this exciting new phase of life.

ooloolah Gardens offers retirement in paradise. The spacious over-60s village is set among hundreds of native trees planted on the superbly landscaped river parklands, so that the outlook is calm, peaceful and brimming with wildlife and birds.

The villas promote a relaxed feeling of indoor/outdoor living and are available in two or three bedrooms all with ensuite, air-conditioning, fans and quality fittings.

All have a lock-up garage (some double), are security screened and are fully insulated – there’s nothing more to do except move in.

Mooloolah township and train station are less than a five-minute stroll away down a tree-lined pathway.

“For such a small town, Mooloolah has a lot of amenities,” onsite manager Michelle King says. “We have an awardwinning IGA, newsagent, post office, doctor, chemist, gift shops, hardware and coffee shops, as well as the Mooloolah Country Club where people can play bowls or tennis. They even have a courtesy bus service available.”

The electric tilt train takes just over an hour to Brisbane and the beaches of Caloundra are only 20 minutes away.

Mooloolah Gardens has a community hall, a pool and a gazebo and barbecue area. For more information phone 5492 9041 or 0408 847 976.

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ocated close to some of Australia’s prettiest beaches and beautiful rural spaces, retirement living on the Sunshine Coast has an appeal that many regions can’t match.

In the past 20 years, retirement estates have been transformed, in fact, living in a retirement estate these days is similar to living in a prestige gated community or a five-star resort.

Contemporary retirement estates now feature first-class facilities like heated pools and spas, professional tennis courts, gyms and pool tables. Some even feature their own beauty salons,

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libraries and let’s not forget media rooms with flat screens and cable TV. Villages on the Sunshine Coast offer features such as these plus the added bonus of being in close proximity to recreational facilities to enjoy fishing, boating, swimming and shopping.

Myriad local villages enjoy a community feel, where residents can enjoy the social network as much as the luxurious, easy lifestyle.

Whether you’re looking to make the transition now, or planning for the future, the Sunshine Coast has a plethora of retirement villages to choose from.

However the next step is finding an estate that suits all of your personal needs, and this takes a bit of research.

Do your homework and don’t hesitate to make an inspection. Remember to ask heaps of questions and also consider the location, its proximity to friends, family, local shops and services and whether the estate is pet-friendly if you have animals.

Once you’ve decided on an estate where you can set up your new home, you can sit back, relax and make the most of this exciting new phase in your life.

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Retire in style Raising the bar An established retirement estate in Noosaville is getting a stylish refurbishment to match its unbeatable location. aguna Estate in Noosaville is undergoing a major facelift that will take this beautifully established retirement estate to a new level consistent with its unbeatable position close to amenities. New administration offices and main community centre, a refurbished hair salon and a new gym are in the first stage due for completion in February or March.

In stage two, the dining area will be entirely renovated. The estate will get a movie theatre and bar, plus new professional suites including a doctor’s surgery will be added.

The upgrade adds to plans for progressively renovating the accommodation options, made possible by brisk turnaround and reasonable prices.

Two-bedroom renovated villas start at $290,000 and three-bedroom homes sell from $360,000.

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the Premier Series of two-and threebedroom villas renovated to a luxury standard.

The initial Premier Series release proved so successful, and many buyers are so happy with their new homes, that Laguna is about to start renovating more Premier Series villas these are expected to become available in May or June.

Laguna also has refurbished assisted-living serviced apartments.

There are priced from $105,000 and have been attracting much interest in the past six months.

Laguna Estate is perfect for retirees considering a move to the security and convenience of a professionally managed estate offering affordable accommodation options.

The sales office in Laguna Estate in 13-21 Lake Weyba Drive, Noosaville is open Monday to Friday 10am to 4pm, and Saturday 10am to 3pm. Inspections by appointment on 0407 178 747.

Homes at Caloundra Rise are architecturally designed. aloundra Rise Retirement Estate is a quality retirement development situated in one of the Coast’s favourite beach holiday destinations.

A development of Southern Cross Care (Qld), a non-profit organisation, Caloundra Rise offers the opportunity to have a quality home in an exclusive holiday setting.

Stage 8A is selling now and offers a range of two-bedroom designs to choose from, ranging in price from $364,000 to $462,000. The architecturally designed villas offer luxurious quality and value for money. Spacious, comfortable and very practical, much thought has gone into the units’ unique designs to create something that is interesting yet so easy to live in.

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The community centre features indoor bowls, card games, arts and craft activities, table tennis, pool tables, a large library, dance floor, choir and a separate lounge area and bar with Austar satellite TV service. The gym and swimming pool give the estate that resort-style feel.

Caloundra Rise runs regular buses to take the estate’s residents on outings and to the local shopping centres.

Southern Cross aged care facility is a 100-room flexi-care facility on site at Caloundra Rise, which caters for the needs of people requiring individual low and high care.

Caloundra Rise estate is the launching pad to the many activities the Coast is famous for, such as fishing, water sports, shopping, dining, art galleries and bush walking.

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The majestic Mooloolah River drifts its way coolly along the lush banks of the community attracting an abundance of native wildlife creating a tranquil, peaceful environment in which to stroll and enjoy the wonders of nature.

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An easy transition

Facts about retirement living

The EdenLea development offers spacious retirement villas in a pretty garden setting. denLea is a quality-built development in a superb garden setting that offers residents a wide choice of luxury homes within walking distance of the heart of Buderim.

The two- and three-bedroom villas are designed with comfort, privacy and life quality in mind. Homes are spacious with quality fittings and finishes.

The largest three-bedroom homes provide up to 238 square metres or 25 squares of living space, patios and double garages. There is a great sense of individuality achieved by dozens of different villa designs.

A contemporary community centre, landscaped gardens, large free-form pool, heated spa and barbecues create a resort-style atmosphere, and there’s also a reception, lounge, library, billiard room and hairdresser’s salon.

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range of social activities such as shopping, fishing, sporting and theatre trips, group travel and local excursions, together with swimming, social and group activities in and around the community centre. Lawn bowls, croquet and golf clubs are nearby. Full-time management and staff co-ordinate a range of support and maintenance services, each adding security and

convenience to life. An emergency call system operates 24 hours a day.

EdenLea offers a village bus for local shopping and to Sunshine Plaza in Maroochydore.

Brisbane, Noosa and the Coast’s beaches, tourist drives, boating, sporting, recreational facilities and the newest shopping centres are all within easy reach. Visit www.edenlea.com.au.

You must be 55 years or older or have retired from full-time work to live in a retirement village.

• The size of accommodation ranges from bedsit apartments to large houses.

Other facilities can include cafes and restaurants, pools and sporting facilities and much more. Be sure to find out what you are paying for and what will cost extra.

• The level of care provided by retirement homes and villages varies, so think about what you need now and in the future when looking at your options.

Do you want independent living or assisted living? Each village and estate will use different terms to describe the level of care provided, so be sure to ask plenty of questions.

• Costs of accommodation also vary.

Expect to pay an initial entry fee when you move in, recurring fees for services provided, and exit fee when you leave.

• It’s a good idea to chat to your solicitor about the legal implications of moving into retirement accommodation before signing anything.

For more information head to www.facsia.gov.au and click on the link ‘seniors’.

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Call Rhonda Sutton on 1800 550 240 www.bellflower.com.au or visit these display homes, Kepplegrove Drive, Sippy Downs

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