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MORE LISTINGS, MORE OPPORTUNITY

The Melbourne market is moving into a more active phase as autumn accelerates, with confidence building across buyer groups and a healthy flow of properties coming to market. Across our network, a growing wave of new listings is adding real depth for buyers and paving the way for a busier period.

For sellers, this shift is worth paying attention to. Increased stock means buyers have more to compare, so the homes that stand out are those priced with precision and presented with intent, backed by a clear campaign plan from day one. For buyers, the expanding pipeline is positive, offering a wider range of property types, price points and locations, with more options to appear over the coming weeks.

What tends to matter most in this kind of environment is timing and execution. A well-considered launch, strong first-week activity and consistent follow-through can make a meaningful difference, particularly while enquiries remain engaged and buyers are still prepared to act decisively for the right home. We are also seeing continued momentum carry through beyond the initial campaign period, with many conversations progressing through private negotiations as parties work towards the right outcome.

If you are considering a move this autumn, now is a smart time to clarify your position and options. Contact your local Marshall White team for an up-to-date market appraisal, guidance on buyer demand in your area, and a tailored strategy to help you make the most of this window of opportunity. ■

By John Bongiorno

INCONVERSATIONWITH STUDIO Y

COMMUNITY A DAY OUT THAT CHANGES LIVES

PROJECTS

BAKEHOUSE TERRACES

SEASIDE ESTATE

83 DOMINION ROAD MOUNT MARTHA

Spectacularly spread across 3000sqm (approx.) with sweeping views across Port Phillip Bay and the Melbourne skyline, this remarkable Mount Martha estate delivers an exceptional expression of scale, privacy and refined family living.

Privately positioned behind secure gates within the prestigious Balcombe Estate, the grand neo-Georgian residence unfolds across 480sqm (approx.) framed by Mediterranean-inspired gardens of sculpted hedging, classical fountains and statuary. Inside, soaring ceilings, neoclassical columns and a dramatic bifurcated staircase establish a sense of timeless elegance, while expansive glazing invites light and garden vistas into the home’s generous formal and informal living and dining domains.

“It’s rare to find a residence of this scale that balances classical grandeur with such breathtaking bay views.”

JAKE EGAN

MARSHALL WHITE SALES EXECUTIVE, LICENSED ESTATE AGENT

Designed for both everyday comfort and grand entertaining, the residence incorporates a refined kitchen with premium appliances, a library, office and multiple living zones. Upstairs, the palatial main suite enjoys breathtaking bay sunsets from its wraparound balcony.

Outdoors, a resort-style swimming pool, floodlit north–south tennis court and landscaped lawns create a private retreat moments from South Beach and Mount Martha Village. ■

FOR ENQUIRIES CONTACT

JAKE EGAN 0491 129 137

BECKIE WHITE 0419 590 077

VIEW LISTING

OFFICINA GASTRONOMICA ITALIANA

532/534 MALVERN ROAD PRAHRAN

Red Cow Ravioli from Officina Gastronomica Italiana

@OGIMELBOURNE ogi.com.au

Officina Gastronomica Italiana’s signature ‘Red Cow’ Ravioli by Chef Gabriele Coniglio offers a refined take on a northern Italian classic, with delicate hand-made pasta parcels filled with a velvety fondue of 36-month-aged Vacche Rosse parmesan — produced from a rare heritage ‘Red Cow’ breed native to Emilia Romagna — and finished simply with golden brown butter, crisp sage and drops of 12-yearaged balsamic.

Serves: 5

INGREDIENTS

Pasta Filling

250g Vacche Rosse Parmesan, finely grated

250g full cream milk

3 egg yolks

50g plain flour

Pasta Dough

500g 00 flour

230g whole egg (approx. 4 eggs)

Sauce & Garnish

60g unsalted butter

5 sage leaves

1 stem lemon thyme

Aged balsamic vinegar, to drizzle

Parmesan, finely grated to serve

METHOD

1. Prepare the Dough

Place the flour onto a clean work surface and create a well in the centre. Add the eggs and gently incorporate using a fork, gradually drawing in flour from the edges until a dough begins to form. Knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Shape into a ball, cover, and allow to rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.

2. Make the Filling

Warm the milk in a saucepan over low heat until it reaches a gentle simmer. Slowly whisk in the flour, followed by the egg yolks one at a time. Add the grated parmesan and continue cooking for a further five minutes until thick and creamy. Transfer to a container, cover, and allow to cool completely.

3. Assemble the Ravioli

Roll the rested dough through a pasta machine, working from the widest to the thinnest setting. Lay the sheets onto a lightly floured surface and trim into long rectangles. Spoon teaspoons of filling along the lower half, spacing each approximately 5cm apart. Fold the sheet over and press firmly around each parcel to seal. Cut into rounds.

2. Cook & Finish

Cook the ravioli in salted boiling water for approximately three minutes, or until they float. Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large pan over medium heat and add the sage leaves. Cook until the butter turns golden and the sage becomes crisp. Add the cooked ravioli and toss gently to coat. Serve finished with grated parmesan, a drizzle of aged balsamic and a sprinkle of lemon thyme.

IN CONVERSATION WITH

STUDIO Y

We spoke to Yaron Kanor, Studio Y’s Creative Director, about the thinking behind the Melbourne-based studio’s approach to hospitality and retail design. Founded in 2012, Studio Y is an award-winning practice known for creating spaces that feel good, not just look good: welcoming, lived in, and full of character.

What core philosophy guides your approach to design, and how has it evolved since the studio began?

Studio Y’s work has always been driven by purpose. We begin by listening and deeply understanding the client, the brand, and the people who will live or work in the space. From there, the big idea emerges. It’s never recycled. It is always specific to the story in front of us. What has stayed constant is our belief that spaces should feel good, not just look good. Over time, our work has become more refined, narrative-driven, and collaborative. But at its core, the goal remains the same: creating spaces with emotional resonance that people remember long after they leave.

How do you uncover the story or intention that will shape the final experience of a space?

After listening to a client’s stories and understanding their brand, we study the site, its history, constraints, and quirks. Once the narrative is clear, we move into spatial planning, where concept and function need to lock in together. Flow, transitions, customer journeys, and operational needs must align so the experience feels effortless. By the time we layer in materiality and detail, the space already knows what it wants to be.

Rodd & Gunn’s new four-level Melbourne flagship is a milestone for both the brand and Studio Y. What drew you to this project, and what vision did you set from the outset?

What drew us to this project was the challenge. Rodd & Gunn is a wellestablished retail brand, and introducing hospitality at this scale required absolute clarity. Neither experience could be compromised. They needed to elevate each other and form a cohesive, seamless journey. We set a vision built on layered discovery, where each level offers something distinct, a shift in mood and purpose, yet still sits within the same narrative: retail, dining, bar, lounge.

What were the biggest design considerations in creating cohesion across four distinct levels?

The building’s art deco heritage gave us a strong design spine, which we carried through the joinery motifs, lighting language, and material palette. Historic cues ensured every level felt connected without enforcing uniformity. Wherever we could retain or expose original elements, we did, revealing layers that created continuity as you move vertically through the space.

What did the Rodd & Gunn flagship teach you, either about the building, the brand, or your own design practice, that will influence Studio Y’s future work?

Even after more than 300 projects, there is always something new to learn. The project reinforced the value of a client who brings a clear vision yet trusts the design process enough to let us fully explore it, creating space for genuine collaboration. It also affirmed our methodology: a defined process does not restrict creativity; it protects it. What we will carry forward is a renewed respect for the dialogue between brand, heritage and experience. When those elements are aligned, the result is a space that feels both grounded and elevated, and that is a direction we will continue to pursue. ■

A DAY OUT THAT CHANGES LIVES

Ahead of the Guide Dogs Victoria Community Fair 2026 on Saturday, April 18, we asked the team what visitors can expect on the day and why community support matters. Here’s what they shared about the Heart Behind the Harness, and why the day makes a difference.

What can visitors expect from the day overall, and what do you most want people to experience at the Fair?

The Guide Dogs Victoria Community Fair is a celebration of dogs, people and purpose. Visitors can expect a vibrant day filled with puppies, live dog demonstrations, food trucks, market stalls, children’s activities and rare behind-the-scenes access to our Kew Campus. It’s relaxed, welcoming and designed for everyone, from families and dog lovers to long-time supporters and those discovering us for the first time. It’s also an opportunity for the community to stand behind access, mobility and the freedom for all Victorians to move safely through the world. These things don’t just happen. They exist because people choose to show up and support them.

Which activities or moments tend to be the biggest crowd favourites, and what’s new or especially exciting for 2026?

Our live dog demonstrations are always a highlight. Watching our incredible dogs navigate real-world scenarios alongside their trainers is inspiring and often deeply moving. You can also enjoy free eye and hearing checks, try puppy yoga, learn to braille, play blind tennis, and step into experiences that help you better understand the world from another person’s perspective. This year, we’re shining a light on the full spectrum of our work. You’ll meet Guide Dogs, Wellbeing Dogs, PTSD Dogs and other specially trained companions. When you buy a ticket, you’re helping support the care, expertise and community that make this work possible.

Can you share what people will see in the live dog demonstrations and how these moments help the community better understand the impact of Guide Dogs?

Visitors will see our dogs working side by side with their trainers, navigating obstacles, responding to directional cues and demonstrating the focus and skill required to safely guide someone living with blindness or low vision. People quickly realise this isn’t instinct. It’s expertise. Behind every step is a carefully structured two-year journey, from breeding and early development, through puppy raising, advanced mobility training and precise matching with the right client.

Beyond buying a ticket and turning up, what are the best ways the community can get involved after the event?

There are so many meaningful ways to become part of the Guide Dogs Victoria community. You can volunteer your time, open your home as a puppy raiser, take part in community fundraising campaigns, become a regular donor, or explore corporate partnerships that champion accessibility and expand life-changing support across Victoria. ■

THE LOCAL EDIT

VERY SPECIAL LADIES LUNCH

20 MARCH 2026

Cnr Birrarung Marr Walk & Russell St Ext, VIC 3000

MELBOURNE FOOD AND WINE FESTIVAL

20 MARCH - 29 MARCH 2026

Melbourne, VIC 3000

BOROONDARA FARMERS MARKET

21 MARCH 2026

484 Auburn Road, Hawthorn, VIC 3122

MENTAL HEALTH SAFETY NET FUN RUN

22 MARCH 2026

Mornington Athletics Track, Dunns Road, Mornington, VIC 3931

MELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL COMEDY FESTIVAL

25 MARCH - 19 APRIL 2026

Melbourne Town Hall, 90/130 Swanston Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000

MOTHER: STORIES FROM THE NGV COLLECTION

27 MARCH - 12 JULY 2026

Ian Potter Centre, Federation Square, Melbourne, VIC 3000

MECCA X NGV WOMEN IN DESIGN COMMISSION 2025

UNTIL 1 APRIL 2O26

National Gallery of Victoria, 180 St Kilda Road, Melbourne, VIC 3006

HILL AND RIDGE COMMUNITY MARKET

4 APRIL 2026

184 Arthurs Seat Road, Red Hill, VIC 3937

POINT NEPEAN PORTSEA MARKET

4 APRIL 2026

Point Nepean Quarantine Station, Coleman Road, Portsea, VIC 3944

KINGSTON FARMER’S MARKET

4 APRIL 2026

3 Jean Street, Cheltenham, VIC 3192

MOONLIGHT CINEMA

UNTIL 5 APRIL 2026

Central Lawn Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne, Birdwood Ave, Melbourne VIC 3141

HEIDE MARKET

11 APRIL 2026

7 Templestowe Road, Bulleen, VIC 3105

MORNINGTON RACECOURSE MARKET

12 APRIL 2026

320 Racecourse Road, Mornington, VIC 3931

WESTWOOD | KAWAKUBO

UNTIL 16 APRIL 2026

National Gallery of Victoria, 180 St Kilda Road, Melbourne, VIC 3006

GUIDE DOGS VICTORIA COMMUNITY FAIR

18 APRIL 2026

2 Chandler Highway, Kew, VIC 3101

DIVA AT THE AUSTRALIAN MUSEUM OF PERFORMING ARTS

UNTIL 26 APRIL 2026

100 St Kilda Road, Southbank, VIC 3004

RUN THE TAN

26 APRIL 2026

Tan Track, Melbourne, VIC 3004

MAYTIME FAIR

2 MAY 2026

Xavier College, 135 Barkers Road, Kew, VIC 3101

WOMEN PHOTOGRAPHERS 1900-1975:

A LEGACY OF LIGHT

UNTIL 3 MAY 2026

National Gallery of Victoria, 180 St Kilda Road, Melbourne, VIC 3006

LET’S PARTY! FASHION FOR KIDS:

UNTIL 3 MAY 2026

National Gallery of Victoria, 180 St Kilda Road, Melbourne, VIC 3006

390A QUEENS PARADE FITZROY NORTH

A 2-3 B 2 C 1-2

From $1,950,000

Bakehouse Terraces, located at 390A Queens Parade in Fitzroy North, offers 14 architecturally designed terrace homes in one of Melbourne’s most desirable inner-city suburbs. Once the site of a historic bakery, this development combines heritage charm with modern living.