HISTORIC CHARM
390 GLENFERRIE ROAD, MALVERN
PACCHERI WITH RAGÙ ALLA BOLOGNESE RECIPE
PERFORMANCE PRECISION
TIMING IS EVERYTHING
We are beginning to see genuine momentum return to both the Melbourne and Mornington Peninsula auction landscapes. Stock volumes are on the rise, with more property campaigns launching each day and buyer attendance at opens climbing steadily. This is the start of what many in the market have been waiting for: the unofficial run into spring.
Adding further weight to market confidence is the near certainty of an interest rate decrease in the coming days. After several years of price stagnation, this has created a tangible sense of optimism, with both buyers and sellers anticipating that softer borrowing conditions could place upward pressure on prices in the months ahead. For many, it feels like the first genuine tailwind the market has enjoyed in quite some time.
Spring campaigns are already in motion, and planning for September sales is critical. Savvy vendors are using August to prepare their homes, coordinate marketing suppliers with their agents, and lock in auction dates before competition intensifies. With only four and a half months until Christmas, the window to maximise 2025 selling opportunities is already upon us.
If you are considering selling, now is the perfect time to reach out to your local Marshall White agent. Together, we can position your home to capture buyer attention and take full advantage of the market momentum before the spring rush peaks. ■
By John Bongiorno
HISTORIC CHARM
“An exceptional opportunity offering scale, style a private setting on over 1000 sqm. This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity in one of Melbourne’s most tightly held precincts.”
JOANNA NAIRN, SALES EXECUTIVE
Occupying a prized 1,047sqm (approx.) corner block in Malvern’s prestigious heart, 390 Glenferrie Road is a meticulously renovated c1907 solid brick residence that blends timeless elegance with modern family luxury. Behind its graceful façade lies a five-bedroom, three-bathroom home featuring soaring decorative ceilings, leadlight windows, ornate open fireplaces, and rich period detail. A flexible floorplan offers refined formal and informal living zones, ideal for both relaxed family life and grand entertaining. The stunning contemporary kitchen is beautifully appointed with European appliances, marble benchtops and generous storage.
Lift access leads to two upper-level verandas with sweeping city views, while the master suite offers a walk-in robe, ensuite, and sunlit reading nook. Landscaped gardens, ample parking, and an elevated position enhance privacy and presence. Steps from Sir Robert Menzies Reserve and moments to Kooyong Village, station, elite schools and tennis club, this rare offering combines heritage charm, luxury, and location in one of Melbourne’s most coveted neighbourhoods. ■
FOR ENQUIRIES CONTACT
JOANNA NAIRN 0419 994 664
DEAN GILBERT 0418 994 939
Renata
OSTERIA RENATA
Arguably the world’s most famous pasta sauce, Ragù alla Bolognese is a crowd favourite at neighbourhood diner Osteria Renata. Restaurant director, Alex Ghaddab, invites you to recreate the popular recipe at home.
INGREDIENTS
Ragù alla Bolognese:
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp unsalted butter
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 celery stalk, finely chopped
1 carrot, finely chopped
250g grass-fed ground beef (preferably chuck)
250g free-range ground pork
100ml whole milk
300ml dry white wine
400ml homemade or good-quality store-bought chicken stock
Salt & freshly ground black pepper
A pinch of nutmeg (optional) Parmigiano Reggiano rind
Pasta:
400g paccheri pasta (La Dispensa Gentile is a recommended and widely available brand)
Salt (for the pasta water)
To Finish:
Freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano (to garnish)
METHOD
Base Preparation:
In a heavy-bottomed pot, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, carrot, and a pinch of salt. Cook gently for 8–10 minutes, until soft and translucent.
Caramelise the Meats:
In a separate heavy-based pan, working in batches, cook the ground beef and pork until well caramelised, stirring to break up the meat — about 10 minutes. Deglaze the pan with half the white wine, then add the mixture to your pot of softened vegetables.
Deglaze & Simmer:
Stir in the milk and reduce until absorbed (about 5 minutes). Add a pinch of nutmeg. Pour in the remaining white wine and allow it to evaporate completely.
Add Stock & Slow Cook:
Add the chicken stock, reduce the heat to low, and simmer uncovered for at least 2 hours, stirring occasionally. If the sauce starts to dry out, add a splash of water or more stock.
Cook the Paccheri:
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the paccheri according to packet instructions or until al dente — start tastetesting from the 8-minute mark. Drain and reserve a small cup of pasta water.
Combine:
Toss the drained paccheri with the hot ragù. Add a spoonful of pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce. Let it rest for 1–2 minutes, then serve in a large dish to share at the centre of the table.
To Serve:
Plate immediately and finish with a generous sprinkle of freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano.
THE HIGHEST TECH DELIVERS THE HIGHEST PERFORMANCE
This might just be the ultimate hyper-SUV. The stats alone can convince you of that.
Lamborghini describes the new Urus SE as having ‘two hearts’ — one electric, the other a twin-turbo V8. Combined, they allow the Urus SE to reach 100km/h in 3.4 seconds. It probably took longer to read that sentence. Yet, driven on battery power alone, this hyper SUV can travel around 60km, with very acceptable levels of performance.
The combined torque and power levels are Lamborghini’s highest ever in a production vehicle. While emissions are amongst the lowest. Driven as many people will, the Urus SE is capable of an 80% reduction in emissions. Though perhaps not when this SUV is driven to its full ability.
Instantaneous torque vectoring (front to rear), a rear limited slip diff, and the ability to individually brake all 4 wheels
independently means this Urus handles like a Lamborghini, not an SUV.
This is a hyper SUV that deserves the hype being both meaner and greener at the same time. This hybrid powertrain approach has already shown its potential in the Lamborghini V8 hybrid Temerario supercar and V12 hybrid Revuelto hypercar. The instantaneous torque and response is also perfectly suited to an SUV – especially one designed with performance at its core.
This updated Urus also has multiple aerodynamic and technological updates to make it an even more compelling drive.
The Urus SE demonstrator has now arrived at Lamborghini Melbourne, so book in a test drive and discover how exciting this greener version of Lamborghini’s unique SUV can be. ■
STAND UP IN SEPTEMBER
Marshall White is proud to be a major supporter of this year’s Stand Up in September, an important community event advocating against family violence. Hosted by You Matter, a Victorian charity that assists women and children rebuilding their lives after family violence, the second annual event will be held on Thursday, 28 August 2025, at Hotel Collingwood.
This powerful evening invites men across Melbourne to join a conversation that matters. Held in the lead-up to AFL finals season — a period when family violence incidents sadly tend to rise — Stand Up in September is a call to show up, speak up, and be part of the solution.
Marshall White CEO Simon Jovanovic has been named as one of the event’s ‘Top 8’, a group of eight influential male leaders who have pledged to take a visible stand against family violence. Recognised for his role in the business community, Simon joins leaders including Carlton Football Club CEO Brian Cook to raise awareness and inspire other men to act. Marshall White Director and Auctioneer Nicholas Brooks, along with team members from across the business, will also attend, with Nicholas leading the live auction to raise vital funds on the night.
The event will feature keynote speaker Tarang Chawla, a respected advocate, writer and Commissioner at the Victorian Multicultural Commission. Tarang’s dedication to ending violence against women stems from personal tragedy and drives his work through initiatives such as Not One More Niki,
his acclaimed podcast There’s No Place Like Home, and his advisory roles with both state and federal governments on family violence reform and gender equality.
This year’s Stand Up in September forms part of a wider campaign to inspire accountability and awareness across Melbourne. In partnership with the Carlton Football Club’s Carlton Respects initiative, You Matter is creating space for men to lead change one conversation at a time.
By attending, you will help support You Matter’s work, furnishing fully equipped homes for women and children recovering from family violence. Since becoming a registered charity in 2020, You Matter has grown from supporting one woman’s relocation to helping 302 families, a total of 671 women and children across Melbourne, creating ‘Havens’ that offer safety, dignity and the change to begin again.
Join You Matter, along with Tarang Chawla, Carlton Respects, and the Marshall White community for an evening of purpose and impact. Be part of a movement that can change lives. ■
Event Details
Date: Thursday, 28 August 2025
Time: 5:30pm – 8:30pm
Location: Hotel Collingwood, 376 Smith Street, Collingwood, VIC 3066
Tickets: shoutforgood.com/fundraisers/suis2025
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