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Conversation with 2 Lowe Street, Mount Eliza

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Tailored Tranquillity

A perfect blend of form and function, this home embodies relaxed luxury with its bespoke interiors, open-plan design, and seamless outdoor integration.

Dominic Salvato, Marshall White Director

2 Lowe Street, Mount Eliza

Inspired by Mediterranean coastal elegance, this reimagined four-bedroom Mount Eliza residence offers luxurious indooroutdoor living on two-thirds of an acre. Designed for seamless family living and resort-style entertaining, the property sits high among the treetops.

A horseshoe driveway leads to the single-level brick home, where a stone-inspired palette meets curved accents and soft textures. Engineered oak floors flow through the main living areas, while plush wool carpets warm the bedrooms. The layout maximises storage with custom joinery throughout. Three bedrooms feature bespoke cabinetry, while the main suite includes a walk-in robe and spa-like ensuite with a freestanding stone tub, Moroccan tiles, and travertine finishes.

Bathed in natural light, the open-plan living area features skylights and glass sliders opening to a covered alfresco deck

with a built-in outdoor kitchen. A curved granite island anchors the kitchen, paired with premium Miele appliances and a hidden pantry. Additional spaces include a secondary lounge, study, laundry, and mudroom nook.

Outside, lush lawns, veggie gardens, and a custom playground complete the family haven. A separate garage, caravan/boat bay with power, zoned heating/cooling, and a woodfire Conara ensure year-round comfort, moments from top schools, beaches, and Mount Eliza Village. ■

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Luggage should be better. That was the simple idea that sparked July. Frustrated by overpriced, uninspired suitcases, Richard Li and his co-founder Athan Didaskalou set out to disrupt the industry. Since then, July has redefined travel with sleek, durable, and thoughtfully designed luggage.

We spoke with Richard about July’s journey and redefining the future of travel while staying true to its Melbourne roots.

What inspired you both to enter the luggage industry, and how did your backgrounds influence the initial vision for July?

When starting July, my co-founder Athan and I had already founded a handful of previous businesses between us; we’re entrepreneurs through and through. At the time, we were both travelling a lot for work and getting frustrated at the dodgy cases we were using and the massive disconnect between price and quality. You’d see these legacy brands charging $800 or $900 for basically the same aluminium shell that’s been around forever. Meanwhile, the direct-to-consumer revolution was happening in every other category, from skincare to sunglasses, and we just thought - why hasn’t anyone disrupted luggage yet?

July is known for its innovative and personalised luggage designs. Can you share insights into your product development process?

When we first started, we read through thousands of customer reviews of existing luggage brands - proper deepdive research that revealed countless frustrations travellers were experiencing. That intensive research phase really shaped our entire approach to design.

One of our most valuable assets has been our retail storefront at our headquarters in Melbourne, where our design team is also based. It’s more than just a shop - it’s essentially a live testing ground where we can observe how people interact with our products and gather immediate feedback. This direct customer engagement has helped us identify subtle design improvements that wouldn't be apparent through online sales alone. We’re constantly learning, iterating, and improving our range.

How do collaborations with athletes and events like the Australian Open align with your values and drive growth?

Our partnership with the Australian Open really represents a perfect alignment of values and heritage. Tennis is part of our city’s DNA - Melbourne is one of only four cities in the world to host a Grand Slam, and that sporting excellence and style is

deeply woven into our cultural fabric. The collaboration was a natural fit because tennis, particularly the AO, embodies that unique intersection of high performance and sophisticated style that we strive for in our products.

The partnership has been particularly powerful for us on social media. The content we created for the limited-edition tennis range has generated some of our highest engagement rates in the last year; it’s been really successful. For many customers, their first experience with July isn't walking past our store or seeing our ads - it’s discovering us through social content.

How do you balance maintaining July’s Australian identity while expanding into international markets and appealing to a diverse audience?

The Australian thing is interesting because while we’re proud of our Melbourne roots, we’ve always thought of ourselves as a global brand. We focus on universal travel pain pointseveryone wants a suitcase that's lightweight, durable, and thoughtfully designed, whether they're in Sydney, Singapore, or San Francisco.

With a rapidly growing global presence, what is your longterm vision for July, and how do you see the brand evolving in the next five to ten years?

Looking ahead, we’re really focused on building July into the world’s most loved travel brand. Not just luggage - we’re thinking about the entire travel journey. We’ve already expanded into travel accessories, but there’s so much more to come. The vision is to be a fashion brand that makes travel fundamentally better through clever design and technology. Five years from now, I see us having a complete ecosystem of travel products, all working seamlessly together. But we’ll never lose that obsession with quality and innovation that got us startedthat's just part of our DNA now. ■

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Breakfast Milk PUNCH

Tucked away in Melbourne’s smallest laneway, Aster is a hidden gem known for its exceptional cocktails and dedication to local flavours. Here, they share the recipe for their signature Breakfast Milk Punch - a bold and innovative take on a classic that is perfect for any time of day.

For the Cocktail

Ingredients

30ml Gin

(avoid savory gins; choose one with pronounced citrus flavours)

30ml Amaro Montenegro

30ml Mixed Berry Jam Syrup

30ml Lemon Juice

30ml Greek Yoghurt

30ml Full Cream Milk

Method

1. Add all ingredients (except the yoghurt and milk) to a mixing jug and set aside.

2. In a separate container, combine the yoghurt and milk, stirring until smooth.

3. Slowly pour the alcohol mixture into the dairy mixture. Place in the fridge and let it infuse for 2–24 hours.

4. Remove the mixture from the fridge and pour it through a paper towel or oil filter-lined strainer. Allow it to drip strain completely.

5. Once strained and clarified, pour over ice and enjoy!

For the Mixed Berry Jam Syrup

Combine equal parts of your favourite berry jam and boiling water in a mixing jug. Stir until the jam melts into a smooth syrup.

Notes

This recipe can be scaled up as much as needed.

Once strained and clarified, the cocktail can be stored for up to one month.

Aster Level 1 & 2/31 Tattersalls Lane, Melbourne

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A Turning Point for Buyers Rate Cut:

By John Bongiorno

February’s RBA decision was one of the most highly anticipated in years, marking a potential shift in Australia’s monetary policy after 13 consecutive rate hikes. In a widely expected move, the RBA cut the official cash rate by 0.25% to 4.10%, its first reduction since November 2020.

This rate cut solidifies buyer confidence, aligning with market expectations and reinforcing the optimism seen across the property sector. Homebuyers and investors who had already factored in the likelihood of lower rates are now in a stronger position, with borrowing conditions set to improve.

Auction Market Strength Continues

Despite fluctuating economic conditions, auction success rates have remained strong, reflecting sustained demand. As buyers gain confidence in a more stable interest rate environment, competition at auctions is expected to increase further, particularly in premium property segments.

Market Outlook

With borrowing confidence rising and lending conditions easing, the property market is well-positioned for continued growth. This month’s rate cut is expected to fuel greater market activity into 2025, encouraging both buyers and sellers to make their move.

For those looking to take advantage of these shifting conditions, now may be the perfect time to explore new opportunities in the market. ■