MODERN GRANDEUR
50 PERTH STREET, PRAHRAN
BLOOD ORANGE GIN COCKTAIL RECIPE
LIFESTYLE
THE PERFECT SUV PERFECTED
LIFESTYLE APPEAL CONTINUES
DENMARK GARDENS
Even with the football finals in full swing, property remains firmly front of mind for many.
The traditional spring momentum is very clearly in motion. Buyers are aware of time ticking away, with end-of-year holidays already influencing their decisions. This sense of urgency is translating into competitive bidding and high enquiry levels, particularly for well-located family homes and quality apartments that suit a lock-up-and-leave lifestyle. Stock levels remain tight, which is currently favouring vendors. That dynamic, coupled with the creeping upward pressure on prices, is creating an active and confident marketplace.
On the Mornington Peninsula, we are noticing a particular interest from interstate and city-based buyers who are looking to secure their next chapter this year. The lifestyle drawcard of the Peninsula — whether it be the beaches, wineries, or easy connection back to the city — continues to make it one of Victoria’s most appealing destinations for those seeking low-maintenance living without compromising on amenities.
For anyone considering a sale in 2025, the message is simple — there are just a few short weeks left to launch a campaign and take advantage of this strong window. If you are thinking of capitalising on current market conditions, acting sooner rather than later could make all the difference.
If you’d like to discuss your options, we would be delighted to share our local insights and help position your property for the best possible result.
Contact your local Marshall White team to explore how we can help maximise your property’s potential this year. ■
By John Bongiorno
MODERN GRANDEUR
“A bold architectural statement blending sculptural beauty and refined luxury in a prized pocket of Prahran.”
JACK
NICOL − SALES EXECUTIVE, AUCTIONEER, LICENSED ESTATE AGENT
A bold architectural statement by multi-award-winning Mancini Made with design by Home by MM, this brand-new Prahran residence epitomises contemporary prestige. Sculptural beauty and refined luxury merge seamlessly, with sublime landscaping by Eckersley Garden Architecture enhancing effortless indooroutdoor living.
Set on 322sqm approx., the interiors exude sophistication with soaring ceilings, curved glass, wide oak floors, and natural stone finishes. Sunlight floods the expansive living domain, centred around a private north-facing courtyard, while a semicircular atrium and feature bar create a striking entertaining zone.
The custom kitchen impresses with Tundra Ocean stone, premium Miele appliances, butler’s pantry, and integrated storage. Upstairs, the main suite boasts a skylit round bath, terrazzo finishes, and bespoke joinery, accompanied by two king-sized bedrooms and a dedicated study.
With zoned climate control, automated blinds, secure double garage, and a prime location near Greville Street, Toorak Road, and Fawkner Park, this home defines contemporary Melbourne luxury. ■
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JACK NICOL 0400 774 428
JAMES MCCORMACK 0410 503 389
BRANDON WHITTA 0422 260 127
from Bianchetto
Blood Orange Gin Cocktail
INGREDIENTS
60 ml gin
Bianchetto brings a taste of their intimate European-style Americano bar to your home with this refreshing Blood Orange Gin Cocktail — light, zesty, and perfect for sunny afternoons.
30 ml freshly squeezed blood orange juice
15 ml fresh lemon juice
15 ml simple syrup
Club soda, to top
Blood orange slice, to garnish Ice
METHOD
1. Fill a cocktail glass with ice to chill.
2. In a shaker, combine gin, blood orange juice, lemon juice, and simple syrup. Add ice and shake well for 15 seconds.
3. Discard the ice from the glass and strain the cocktail into it.
4. Top with a splash of club soda.
5. Garnish with a slice of blood orange and serve immediately.
Perfected The Perfect SUV
For many, the Audi Q5 has long embodied the ideal SUV – effortlessly combining style, performance, and practicality. With the arrival of the all-new Q5 and SQ5, Audi has taken that winning formula and refined it even further, delivering a luxury SUV that is unexpected by design.
The Q5 has been one of Audi’s best-selling models worldwide, and it is easy to see why. The new generation continues this legacy, offering a choice of three engine options: a new entrylevel TFSI front-wheel drive, a TDI with quattro all-wheel drive, and the exhilarating SQ5 powered by a 270kW V6 TFSI engine. The latter doesn’t just look fast; it sprints from 0-100km/h in an impressive 4.5 seconds. Whether you are seeking efficiency, allterrain confidence, or pure driving excitement, there’s a Q5 to suit every lifestyle.
From the outside, the Q5 strikes a careful balance between evolution and innovation. Its lines are crisp and contemporary, yet unmistakably Audi, with a design language that exudes quiet confidence rather than shouting for attention. This understated style is a hallmark of the brand, appealing to those who appreciate sophistication without excess. Step inside, and the transformation is immediately apparent. The interior shows a significant evolution in design and comfort, with its cutting-edge technology and Audi’s signature craftsmanship. Multiple large, high-definition screens create a seamless digital experience, while intuitive new controls and redesigned seating make every journey more comfortable. The use of premium, high-touch materials reinforces the
Q5’s reputation for luxury, while enhanced safety features offer greater peace of mind. Practicality has also been elevated, with increased rear passenger space and a larger luggage area, ensuring that this SUV is as functional as it is beautiful.
As ever, technology and innovation sit at the core of the Q5 experience. Advanced driver assistance systems, improved connectivity, and the latest infotainment options make this model more capable than ever. This is a vehicle designed for modern life, where performance and practicality meet effortless luxury.
The all-new Q5 and SQ5 are already generating excitement amongst loyal enthusiasts and those discovering Audi for the first time. Now available at Audi Centre Melbourne, Audi Centre Brighton, Audi Richmond, and Audi Mornington, this is the SUV that truly perfects the balance of size, quality, and performance.
The perfect SUV? Audi just made it even better. ■
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THE ART OF KIM ONO
Currently showing at NGV International, Kimono has been a stunning celebration of one of Japan’s cultural icons — but don’t miss your chance to see it, as the exhibition closes on 5 October. Spanning over 400 years of craftsmanship and style, the NGV-curated exhibition showcases more than 70 exquisite kimono, along with 150 complementary works including woodblock prints, paintings, theatre costumes, and contemporary fashion pieces. The result is a visual journey that examines the evolution of the kimono from the Edo period to the forefront of Japanese street fashion.
The exhibition unfolds with each garment revealing layers of craftsmanship and cultural meaning, many unveiled to Australian audiences for the first time. Highlights include seven newly acquired Edo-period kimono, their flowing silk and ramie surfaces adorned with delicate motifs of wisteria, maple, snow and pine. Equally captivating is a traditional red wedding kimono created using the intricate shibori tie-dye technique, and a rare white bridal kimono once owned by Melbourne’s Funiko Saito, a former imperial embroiderer in Japan.
The exhibition balances reverence for tradition with a deep dive into the kimono’s modern-day reinvention. One standout is the Australian premiere of Dark Romantic, a 2025 collection by contemporary designer Jotaro Saito, whose bold, hand-painted creations merge heritage techniques with a distinctly modern aesthetic. Also featured are trailblazing works by Issey Miyake, Yohji Yamamoto and Comme des Garçons, whose reinterpretations of the kimono silhouette have left a lasting impact on global fashion.
Beyond Japan, Kimono reveals the garment’s influence on Western couture, particularly during the Japonisme movement of the early twentieth century. Parisian coats from Poiret and Callot Soeurs sit alongside designs by John Galliano and Alexander McQueen, each echoing the kimono’s sculptural lines and exquisite surface detail. Sydney’s own Akira Isogawa adds a local lens to this global narrative, his garments quietly paying homage to the kimono’s form and symbolism.
A section dedicated to theatrical kimono from noh and kyogen traditions adds further depth, revealing the role of costume in Japan’s performing arts. With their shimmering brocades and gilded threads, these pieces reflect the opulence of garments once worn by the nobility.
Spanning centuries of style, from traditional samurai dress to colourful Harajuku looks, Kimono reveals how Japan’s iconic garment continues to inspire the world. A celebration of craft, culture and creativity. ■
Photography credit (from top to bottom) Visitors in Kimono on display from 4 June to 5 October, at NGV International, Melbourne.
Installation view of Kimono on display from 4 June to 5 October, at NGV International, Melbourne.
Photo: Mitch Fong
Photo: Mitch Fong
THE LOCAL EDIT
An Evening on Broadway - 24th September 2025 - 26th September 2025
100 St Kilda Road, Southbank, VIC 3004
Mt Martha South Beach Market - 26th September 2025 466 Esplanade, Mount Martha, VIC 3934
Point Nepean Portsea Market - 28th September 2025
Point Nepean Quarantine Station, Coleman Road, Portsea, VIC 3944
Mount Eliza Farmers’ Market - 28th September 2025
Cnr Mt Eliza Way and Canadian Bay Road, Mount Eliza, VIC 3930
Melbourne Fringe Festival 2025 - 30 th September 2025 - 19 th October 2025
Various venues, Brunswick East, VIC 3057
You Are Here: Melbourne Memory-scapes - 2nd October - 6th February 2026
110 Swanston Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000
Hill and Ridge Community Market4th October 2025
184 Arthurs Seat Road, Red Hill, VIC 3937
The Pink Train for BCNA at Mornington Tourist Railway - 4th October 2025
460 Moorooduc Highway, Mount Eliza, VIC 3930
The Lygon Street Market - 5th October 2025
Piazza Italia, Cnr Argyle Street and Lygon Street, Carlton, VIC 3053
Olivia’s Walk and Run for Wellness 2025 - 5th October 2025 145 Studley Road, Heidelberg, VIC 3084
Kimono - Until 5th October 2025
National Gallery of Victoria, 180 St Kilda Road, Melbourne, VIC 3006
Melbourne Royal Show - Until 5th October 2025
Melbourne Showgrounds Gate, 5 Langs Road, Ascot Vale, VIC 3032
French Impressionism - Until 5th October 2025
National Gallery of Victoria, 180 St Kilda Road, Melbourne, VIC 3006
Regional Farmers Market at Abbotsford Convent - 11th October 2025
1 St Heliers Street, Abbotsford, VIC 3067
Mornington Racecourse Market - 12 th October 2025
Mornington Racecourse, 320 Racecourse Road, Mornington, VIC 3931
Nike Melbourne Marathon Festival - 12 th October 2025
Melbourne, VIC
Treasures and Tastes at Trinity Market - 18th October 2025
177 Union Road, Surrey Hills, VIC 3127
Boroondara Farmers Market - 18th October 2025
484 Auburn Road, Hawthorn, VIC 3122
The Bloody Long Walk: Mornington - 19 th October 2025
Point Nepean Quarantine Station, Coleman Road, Portsea, VIC 3944
Melbourne Build 2025 - 22nd October 2025 - 23rd October 2025
1 Convention Centre Place, South Wharf, VIC 3006
NGVWA Garden Day 2025 - 23rd October 2025 Brighton, VIC 3186
McClelland Maker ’s Market - 22nd November 2025
390 McClelland Drive, Langwarrin, VIC 3910
East Malvern Food and Wine Festival - 23rd November 2025
148 Burke Road, Malvern East, VIC 3145
Westwood | Kawakubo - 7th December 2025 - 16th April 2026
National Gallery of Victoria, 180 St Kilda Road, Melbourne, VIC 3006
Martin Grant Exhibition - Until January 2026
National Gallery of Victoria, 180 St Kilda Road, Melbourne, VIC 3006
Making Good: Redesigning the EverydayUntil 1st Feburary 2025
National Gallery of Victoria, 180 St Kilda Road, Melbourne, VIC 3006
MECCA X NGV Women in Design Commission 2025 - Until 1st April 2026
National Gallery of Victoria, 180 St Kilda Road, Melbourne, VIC 3006
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