Real Estate - Noosa - 15th January 2015

Noosa's Weekly Real Estate Guide

Prestigious

15 January, 2015

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In ultra-modern style

ON 24 JANUARY, this architecturally designed home located in one of the most prestigious pockets of Sunshine Beach will go under the hammer.

Designed by Frank Macchia, who has an impressive list of luxury and waterfront homes to his name, and built by multiaward winning builder Gary Emanuel, this home provides unparalleled style and visual appeal.

Featuring an ultra-modern style that is both timeless and functional; you will be fascinated by every aspect of this home from the artistic water feature above the lap pool to the choice of vanities in the bathroom.

Living is spread over three levels, offering privacy and space for all occupants, while six bedrooms and three bathrooms make this home ideal for permanent family living or idyllic holiday fun.

Multiple living and dining spaces highlight different elements of the home and its enviable location, while several spacious decks and a private rooftop terrace take in the

breathtaking ocean views and surrounding national park.

The main living space is located next to the gourmet kitchen and is the heart of the home, with floor to ceiling glass windows, louvres and bi-fold doors all working together to capture the ocean breezes, natural light and stunning views.

All this is located in the much sought after Sunshine Beach, away from prying eyes, on the edge of the national park but only minutes to the charming Sunshine Beach Village where you can enjoy boutique shopping, award-winning restaurants and the beach.

This property also features keypad security entry, automated gate, two car garage, and low-maintenance, wellestablished gardens.

Don’t miss out on one of Noosa’s most prestigious homes when it goes under the gavel on 24 January. Phone Richardson and Wrench Noosa sales agents Jon Blonk and Kym de Warren to book your exclusive inspection.

home essentials ADDRESS: 3 Kiamba Court, Sunshine Beach AUCTION: On-site, 24 January at 10am VIEW: Saturday 17 and Wednesday 21 January, at Midday DESCRIPTION: 6 bed, 3 bath, 2 car, pool AGENT: Jon Blonk and Kym de Warren for Richardson and Wrench Noosa, 0412 806 252 or 0412 325 421 22 NOOSA TODAY | Thursday, 15 January, 2015

Welcomes

Jill Goode Jill has lived in Noosa since 1981 when she moved from Melbourne with her family.

“After coming up to stay with friends and realizing that the weather in Noosa Heads was beyond compare, offered a fabulous lifestyle and a great place to bring up the children, we went back and put the house on the market immediately”.

Jill and her family have been heavily involved in the real estate business since that time, and Jill now works with her son Cameron in our Hastings Street office. Jill’s breadth of experience in the town is wide and includes facilitating the sale of land, apartments, houses and businesses.

If you are looking for a clever, experienced and absolutely lovely woman as your agent, why not give Jill a call.

0418 714 653 jill@rwnoosa.com.au

Noosa, 23 Hastings Street 5447 4499 www.rwnoosa.com.au 1169304-KC3-15

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20 ‘OnThe Beach’ 49 Hastings Street

‘The Enclave’ 94 Noosa Drive, Noosa Heads

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Spacious beachfront with views forever!

First Time Offered: Exclusive & Elegant Villas

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Waterfront townhouse with boat mooring!

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20 ‘Noosa Shores’ 86-88 Noosa Parade Noosa Heads Absolute riverfront opportunity

Visit our website for more property information

www.rwnoosa.com.au/janauctions

Ph 5447 4499 Noosa, 23 Hastings Street

Ph 5447 4499

Noosa, 23 Hastings Street

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ENTRY LEVEL WATERFRONT

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View Friday 11.00-11.30am Auction On-site Saturday 17 January at 11am

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Jennifer Carr 0412 158 433 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa

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This large comfortable family home has a wonderful sense of openness and enjoys the perfect waterside enviroment. The flowing floor plan has the appeal of lightness and space ensuring there is ample room to live comfortably with separate places in which to retreat. ɒ Sun soaked sandy beach, jetty and large pool. ɒ Sparkling water views across the two arms of the canal as well as the Noosa River. ɒ Great kitchen serving to both the poolside terrace and dining area. ɒ Master bedroom is more like the honeymoon suite - it’s huge. ɒ This home is easy to live in and will be easy to rent out too.

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PENTHOUSE LUXURY

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View By Appointment Price $5.5Million

With a commanding position on the sands of Noosa Main Beach facing north to Laguna Bay, this exceptional house sized penthouse apartment captures a panorama of rocky headlands, ocean, Noosa River and the run of forty miles of coastline to Double Island Point. ɒ Beautifully maintained with quality appliances/appointments, skylight, walk in pantry. ɒ Security key elevator, basement parking and storeroom, direct access to pool deck. ɒ Ducted air-conditioning, vaulted ceilings, granite bench top, marble tiled bathrooms. ɒ Double lock doors, balconies to the north & south, parquetry floors, plantation shutters. ɒ Gate to boardwalk and patrolled beach, pool/spa, sensational 40m2 roof top terrace.

Jennifer Carr 0412 158 433 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au

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Richardson & Wrench Noosa

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NOOSA HEADS 13 ‘LA MER PENTHOUSE’ 37 HASTINGS ST 3

BLUE CHIP POSITION

LITTLE COVE 2 ‘VILLA NETTE’ 56 PARK ROAD

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Privacy & Position

View Saturday 1.00-1.30pm Friday & Wednesday 12.00-12.30pm Price $3.6Million

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Peter Butt 0412 714 406 Hamish Bolderston 0478 099 058 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa

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From the moment you arrive at the beautiful hand carved doors to the entry foyer of Villa Nette you realize that this is a lifestyle like no other. In designing and detailing this luxurious villa style apartment, no expense has been spared. ɒ Private courtyards, balconies with plantation timber shutters designed to bring the outside in. ɒ Reverse cycle air, jet master fireplace, travatine floors, under floor heating in the bathrooms. ɒ Gaggenau appliances, granite top benches and Grohe tapware. ɒ A level of finish defining understated quality and luxury, and less than 100m to both the sea and the National Park.

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GRAND MASTERPIECE

SUNSHINE BEACH 3 KIAMBA COURT

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Prized & Enviable

View Sat & Wed 12.00-12.30pm Auction On-site 10am Saturday 24 January

It’s no wonder this modern architecturally designed property by Frank Macchia, featured as Australian Home of the Year. Built by Gary Emanuel, this home provides unparalled style and is visually appealing. The design is ultra modern but timeless, leaving every aspect fascinating. ɒ Roof deck for whale watching with National Park and stunning ocean views. ɒ Very private and secluded. ɒ Floor to ceiling glass with high vaulted ceilings. ɒ Lap pool with mosaic tile water feature. ɒ Separate lower level guest retreat.

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Jon Blonk 0412 806 252 Kym de Warren 0412 325 421 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa

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STYLISH, LUXURY VILLAS

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Exclusive & Elegant

View Friday 1.00-2.00pm Auction On-site 1pm Saturday 17 January

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Shane McCauley 0403 646 930 Frank Milat 0438 528 148 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa

1169310-KC3-15

Presented to the market for the first time, this limited release of two opulent residences will entice a variety of buyers. Suited to permanent living and finished to an impeccable standard, with suspended concrete and hardwood floors. ɒ Seamless indoor / outdoor living areas that flow onto terraces. ɒ Marble and caesarstone benches and state of the art kitchen appliances. ɒ Luxurious lifestyle enclave with security and privacy in an exclusive gated estate ɒ Walking distance to Noosa Junction and Noosa Farmer’s Markets, which are held each Sunday. ɒ Your opportunity is now, call us for an inspection.

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FACING NORTH

NOOSA WATERS 8/4 PORTSIDE COURT

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View By Appointment Auction On-site 11am Saturday 24 January Shane McCauley 0403 646 930 Frank Milat 0438 528 148 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au

Enjoy watching your kids fishing directly out the front of your own waterfront townhouse so close to the river and shops, north facing to the winter sun, this is your perfect family getaway. Delight in your own lock key and boat mooring. This is entry-level water frontage. ɒ Large ground floor timber deck extending from the living area. ɒ Immediate mooring and fishing from the waters-edge. ɒ Stylishly renovated villa, with the added bonus of a study. ɒ Private north-east, end position with only one neighbour.

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On the beach & Loving it.....

If it is a property on Noosa’s beachfront you seek the time to act is now! 20 ‘On The Beach’ is a large beachfront apartment with separate master bedroom and a huge terrace to take in the magnificent Laguna Bay ocean views. ɒ Heated pool, steam room and sauna in the complex. ɒ Stunning guest lounge with great facilities. ɒ Spacious terrace with private spa. ɒ Undercover security parking.

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View By Appointment Auction On-site 12noon Saturday 17 January Shane McCauley 0403 646 930 Frank Milat 0438 528 148 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa

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NOOSA HEADS 20 ‘ON THE BEACH’ 49 HASTINGS STREET 1

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BEACH LIFESTLYE

NOOSA HEADS 517 ‘LAGUNA ON HASTINGS’

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Cafes & Shopping

View By Appointment Price $875,000

Soak up the sun’s rays from your luxury 5 star apartment located right on Hastings Street in Australia’s premier beach resort village. Now you can enjoy your holidays in comfort with excellent income returns to make even your accountant smile! ɒ So many cafés and dining options right on your door step. ɒ Priced to sell in today’s competitive market. ɒ Perfect Northerly orientation. ɒ 100m2 with a double length terrace.

Frank Milat 0438 528 148 Shane McCauley 0403 646 930 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au

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BEACH, JETTY & POOL

NOOSA HEADS 59 ‘NOOSA HARBOUR RESORT’

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River Views & Relaxation

View Sunday 12.00-12.30pm Auction On-site 11am Saturday 14 February

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Jennifer Carr 0412 158 433 Frank Milat 0438 528 148 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa

1169315-KC3-15

This beautifully furnished apartment is right on the Noosa River and has remarkable, river vistas. Facing due north it enjoys ample winter sunshine as well as summer breezes. The complex is very popular with holiday makers. ɒ This apartment has been recently given a make-over and is truly beautifully furnished. ɒ The floor plan is practical and takes advantage of the panoramic views. ɒ Imagine balmy summer evenings here – an afternoon BBQ, golden sand and blue skies. ɒ This is really a gorgeous riverside beauty!

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LOVELY AND PRIVATE

LITTLE COVE 9 ‘LITTLE COVE COURT’ 2 PANDANUS ST

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View Thurs & Fri 2.00-3.00pm Saturday 1.00-3.00pm Price $2.3Million

The views are just superb. Your private terrace is very spacious with plenty of room for dining alfresco, catching some sun or enjoying the pool. Delightfully furnished, this apartment is across the road from Little Cove Beach and within five minutes walk to Hastings St. ɒ Fully and beautifully furnished inside and out. ɒ Built over split levels providing excellent seperation of accommodation. ɒ Travestine tiles and superb wood floors throughout. ɒ Private, spacious and covered terrace with your own pool.

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Jennifer Carr 0412 158 433 Jon Blonk 0412 806 252 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa

ULTIMATE VALUE

NOOSA SPRINGS VILLA 328 ‘THE WOODS’

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View By Appointment Price $649,000

Downsize without compromising on style or quality. Designed for integrated indoor/outdoor living and entertaining, this spacious villa is an outstanding choice for buyers looking for a holiday home, or an investment in a quality estate. ɒ Generous two level layout flooded with natural light. ɒ Large sparkling in ground pool leading off entertaining areas. ɒ Easy stroll to Clubhouse and Day Spa. ɒ Peace-of-mind with gated entry and 24 hr security.

Jon Blonk 0412 806 252 Kym de Warren 0412 325 421 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au

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NOOSA SPRINGS 748 ‘THE PALMS’ NOOSA SPRINGS DVE

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Sophistication & Seclusion

View Saturday 11.00-11.30am Price $2,950,000

Perfectly positioned on the highest point of the ridgeline skirting a forested shoreline of the Noosa River system, superbly detailed and intelligently designed by Peter Hull Architects, the residence offers a wonderful lifestyle amidst fragrant gardens, terraces and a filtered view of Lake Weyba. ɒ North eastern aspect across sunny terraces, 20 metre boundary edge lap pool. ɒ Breezeway entry, private manicured courtyard gardens and feature pond. ɒ Plantation shuttered garden room, wine cellar, study, fireplace, ceiling fans, ducted air. ɒ 24hr manned security gatehouse, golf club, tennis courts, restaurant, day spa, 5 mins to beach.

Jon Blonk 0412 806 252 Kym de Warren 0412 325 421 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa

TOP FLOOR APARTMENT

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View Saturday 3.00-3.30pm Price $940,000

This house sized top floor apartment with high ceilings features panoramic waterfront views. If you like privacy this secure complex is designed so that you don’t have to pass other apartments: it has both stair and lift access, plus two car parks on title as well as lockup storage. ɒ Gated secure complex in peaceful street with lift access. ɒ Close to all amenities, Woolworths, boutique shops, cafes. ɒ Lagoon style share pool and fully maintained gardens and lawns. ɒ Recently painted, new carpets, window furnishings & air conditioning.

Kate Cox 0438 695 505 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa

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TEWANTIN 15 ‘NOOSA RIVER QUAYS’ BLAKESLEY STREET 3

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NEAR NOOSA ACREAGE

TINBEERWAH 45 MACKAY COURT

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View Saturday 11.00-11.30am Price $1.85Million

Escape to the Noosa hinterland and indulge in acreage living at it’s best, this is a prestige rural home designed for family living. This property in an elevated position with dramatic mountain views offers unsurpassed privacy and tranquility just 15 minutes to Noosa main beach. ɒ Self-contained guest villa and seperate home office. ɒ Huge pool deck and covered entertaining areas. ɒ Recently renovated bathrooms and kitchen. ɒ 16 acres of cleared land, huge dam, shed and artist’s studio.

Hamish Bolderston 0478 099 058 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au

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RIVERSIDE POSITION

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View Saturday 10.00-10.30am Price $285,000

You will be delighted by this immaculate, perfectly presented apartment positioned within the popular ‘Noosa Place Resort’, just across the road from the Noosa River and a moments’ walk to cafes and restaurants. This is a lifestyle property that will suit a range of buyers. ɒ Spacious bedrooms and open plan living. ɒ Recently renovated kitchen and bathroom. ɒ Resort features heated pools, spa, tennis court and bbq facilities. ɒ Ideal property for owner occupied or investors.

Hamish Bolderston 0478 099 058 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au

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Richardson & Wrench Noosa

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NOOSAVILLE 37 ‘NOOSA PLACE RESORT’ 272 WEYBA ROAD 2

Report predicts late rate rise THEY may not have a crystal ball but for over a decade the Commsec Big Issues report has aimed to highlight the issues expected to influence the economy over the coming 12 months.

Released earlier this month, the Big Issues report highlights trends, issues and “big picture” influences that act as threats or opportunities for consumers, investors and businesses alike.

In a recap of the past 12 months, the report found it was right when it predicted interest rates wouldn’t lift if inflation remained under control, which it did.

Last year also saw an increase in conservatism, according to the report that states the Reserve Bank Governor encouraged businesses to invest more in their operations rather than sit on cash reserves.

The 2014 report also hinted at a “reshaping” of Australia, particularly in

industry, and this looked to be a possibility with the closure of Toyota car manufacturing in Australia, however, the most recent report praised the China-Australia free trade agreement for throwing the “spotlight on industrial change”.

The Commsec Big Issues report is out with predictions for the 2015 economy.

The coming year has been tipped to be much the same as 2014 with economic growth expected to stay close to three per cent and the interest rate is expected to stay within the two to three per cent range, with risks in the low end of the range to be held down by low oil prices.

As a result, the cash rate will not budge until the second half of 2015. The report also tips the Reserve Bank will start the “normalisation” process, that is lift the rates, in August and follow with another hike in November.

The report also predicts the Australian dollar will drift lower in line with softer commodity prices and a start to the ratehiking process in the US.

transition from industrial-driven growth to

Internationally, the European Union is expected to “muddle along”, the US

an economy underpinned by services sector

economy will continue towards “normality”

development, rising household incomes and

and it is predicted China will continue its

rising household spending.

Building umpire picks up new powers THE Queensland building industry regulator is now able to provide a free, fast and more consistent process for dealing with disciplinary proceedings.

or influence of a company, or if they

The new administrative disciplinary process for the Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC) is similar to those already applied to plumbers, electricians, drainers and pool safety inspectors.

a person carries out, or undertakes to

Under the new process, disciplinary proceedings have been transferred from the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal (QCAT) to the Commission.

or to remedy consequential damage.

QBCC commissioner Steve Griffin said the amendment was among a range of reforms to enable the commission to become more effective in balancing the interests of consumers and licensees.

The commission can take disciplinary action against a licensee or former licensee for many reasons, including if they contravene the QBCC Act or the Building Act 1975, are not a fit and proper person to exercise control

contravene a condition of the licence.

The commission can also take action against a non-licensee, including where carry out, building work, commits an offence involving fraud or dishonesty relating to performance of building work, or fails to comply with a direction to rectify defective or incomplete work A person who is given, or is entitled to be given, notice of a decision to take disciplinary action is entitled to apply for an internal review of the decision to take disciplinary action.

The internal review will be undertaken by the executive director or director of the relevant business unit of the Commission.

A person who is given, or is entitled to be given, notice of a decision to take disciplinary action is also entitled to apply to QCAT for review of the decision to take disciplinary action.

The Queensland building industry regulator is now able to provide a free, fast and more consistent process for dealing with disciplinary proceedings.

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highlight home

A taste of the tropics LOCATED in the Noosa Springs community overlooking the fresh water lagoons and Lake Weyba, this luxurious fourbedroom home exudes the feel of an exclusive five-star resort.

Lush gardens, seamless indoor/outdoor living spaces, exotic timbers and covered pavilions all add to the opulent, tropical appeal of this home.

Soaring banks of louvres and huge sliding walls that allow natural light and fresh breezes to flood the home, plus airconditioning, make it clear no expense has been spared in ensuring the home owner’s complete comfort.

Architecturally designed by Tim Ditchfield, who is also responsible for the luxurious Spicer’s Tamarind day spa in Maleny and numerous waterfront homes in Noosa, the new owners of this residence can be sure every detail has been carefully thought out.

Living is spread over one level with two bedrooms and a study located at the front of the home, while the main suite, featuring walk-in wardrobe, ensuite and views of the golf course and lagoons, is found at the rear of the home.

The kitchen, which includes induction and steam ovens, large plate warmer and dishwasher, overlooks the living and dining spaces that both open out to terraces.

Outside, a custom built-in kitchen with barbecue, wok burner and fridge makes for easy al fresco dining on a warm summer evening, while the lap pool is the perfect place to cool off on a hot day.

This property also features a Bose stereo surround system in the family room, dining and living zones plus the outdoor patios, gas fireplace in the living room, C-Bus electric control system, oversized double garage with room for a buggy and separate workshop, and temperature controlled wine cellar.

home essentials ADDRESS: 537 Noosa Springs Drive, Noosa Springs PRICE: $2,950,000 VIEW: By appointment DESCRIPTION: 4 bed, 3 bath, 3 car, pool AGENT: Craig Brumby for ONE Noosa, 0417 789 765 36 NOOSA TODAY | Thursday, 15 January, 2015

www.rosecallaghanrealty.com.au

Location-Size-Waterfront

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NOOSA HEADS 10 Ravenwood Drive

• Extremely spacious property • Kitchen is a Chef’s delight, luxury appliances • Two living areas, separate dining area, study • Rear large deck overlooks the waterways • Swimming pool has northerly aspect • Stroll to Hastings Street & Quamby Place

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$2,950,000

Inspect: By Appointment Agent:

Rosemary Callaghan 0419 236 133

A Sound Sanctuary • Large 2 level home on 1233m2 parcel of land • Dedicated media room and sauna • Large gourmet kitchen, generous bedrooms • Spacious lounge and dining areas views to water • Tropical saltwater pool, 4 car garaging • Walk to Hastings Street and Quamby Place

NOOSA HEADS

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Terrific Investment • Metres to pristine sands of Sunshine Beach • Good natural light fabulous position, immaculate condition • Open plan living/dining area flows to an east facing balcony • Features include modern kitchen, powder room, fans, air-conditioning • Offers inground pool, undercover secure car space • Stroll to village relax in restaurants, cafes, surf club

SUNSHINE BEACH

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Unit 3 “Andari” 19-21 Belmore Terrace

Inspect: Thursday 1.00pm-1.30pm Friday 10.00am-10.30am Agent:

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E: rose@rosecallaghanrealty.com.au

$580,000

Rosemary Callaghan 0419 236 133

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Luxurious living: 559 The Ridge, Noosa Springs, needs a tenant. Perfect for those who love golfing!

WITH EMILY BLACK LITTLE FISH MEDIA

GROWTH is predicted across regional Queensland real estate in the wake of a strengthening property market, according to the Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ).

The REIQ Queensland Market Monitor (QMM) for the September Quarter 2014 showed Queensland’s key regional centres started to reap the benefits of growing buyer confidence.

REIQ CEO Antonia Mercorella said the Southeast continued to be Queensland’s star real estate performer.

“House sales activity across Southeast Queensland continued to improve over the September quarter, with preliminary figures revealing a five per cent rise across Greater Brisbane,” she said.

“The Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast house markets also recorded solid growth, with sales increases of seven and three per cent respectively.

“Properties are selling quicker and average vendor discounting is coming down in the Southeast.”

Ms Mercorella said the REIQ’s latest Residential Rental Survey, conducted at the end of September, found vacancy levels remain relatively steady across most parts of the state.

“Only four of the 16 major regions recorded a significant change in vacancy levels,” she said.

“Outside Queensland’s resource centres,

Phone Donna Brumby on 0416 027 991 for more information on 559 The Ridge, Noosa Springs.

rental conditions remain tight across all other major regional centres.

“The Sunshine Coast again posted the State’s tightest vacancy rate of one per cent at the end of September.

“Latest figures from the RTA also point to some movements in median weekly rents.”

And as local rental property become increasingly harder to come by, Onenoosa has decided to make the pain of finding a rental home a little easier, launching a property management side to their business.

Onenoosa principal Craig Brumby said

their clients had consistently requested their “one-on-one service standard” to be available in property management as well as sales.

“Our focus over the past five years has been on sales, and we now want to assist our clients with the rental management as well,” Craig said.

Donna Brumby, who has extensive property management experience, will head up the department and is excited to help owners and tenants experience a smoother rental process.

With a sustainable approach in mind, the rental side of the business will be run online, as is the existing sales department.

“As with our sales business, cloud technology makes it easy and convenient to cover most aspects of property management,” Craig said.

Onenoosa is seeking the perfect tenant for their first property, 559 The Ridge, Noosa Springs for $875 a week. If this sounds like you, phone Donna 0416 027 991 to find out more.

Until next time, happy home hunting!

Noosa Springs - 156 Noosa Springs Drive

3 bed | 2.5 bath | 2 car

Price Cut to Sell. Sellers Want All Ofers...

For Sale Reduced to $639,000 View Inspect by Appointment Web ID www.onenoosa.com/property/

• Price Reduced by $40,000. All ofers considered.

• Back gate access to tropical resort style 20mtr pool • Handy to Noosa Springs Entry with 24/7 Stafed Security • Sunny, North facing easy care courtyard garden • Well equipped, good quality kitchen and bathrooms • Five minutes to River, Noosa Junction and Hastings Street

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Contact

details/695 Craig Brumby 0417 789 765 craig@onenoosa.com

AUCTION

Exclusive Noosa Hinterland location with sensational views and business options DOONAN 273 Duke Road Features: 2.5 acres; north facing; exclusive premier location; extensive ocean views; quality luxury fit out; landscaped gardens; organic orchards & vegetable patch with entrepreneur options.

5A 3 B 4 C 1D AUCTION

Saturday 14 February 2pm On Site

VIEW AGENT

Saturday 1 - 2pm David Berns 0408 629 438 david.berns@c21noosa.com

• Architectural design, privacy, strong views through valley to the Coral Sea • Choice of options for the avid entrepreneur, living in pure luxury • Council pre-approved for 6 cabins to be built • Fully equipped cinema, separate ofice and large games room • B&B license and commercial kitchen, creating income stream

CENTURY 21 CONOLLY HAY GROUP PO BOX 1646, NOOSA HEADS QLD 4567 CENTURY21.COM.AU/NOOSA 07 5447 2451

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d e h Slas Must be one of the best locations in Noosaville to own a townhouse. Everything is at your finger tips! ...Plenty of jetties for fishing and boating, four beautiful topical swimming pools to enjoy, just a stroll over to the Noosa Yacht Club, Woolworths, Dan Murphy’s, the sensational Noosa River and the exceptional restaurants and shopping that Noosaville is now famous for.

This beautiful townhouse comprises 3 excellent size bedrooms, 2 lovely bathrooms, a very good living area with beautiful tiles and lovely outlook and undercover patio’s and courtyards to enjoy, if you love cooking you’ll love this kitchen and designed for today’s needs, lock up garage and visitors car parking, heaps of storage, 170m2 total floor area, and situated in a restful tropical garden setting. It’s a great investment property and suits the quiet home owner as well. Currently rented by “Triple A’ tenant at $450 per week.

Get in quick for this one!

BOY, I COULD LIVE HERE! $455,000 ONO

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Unit 44 The Entrance, 67 Gibson Road, Noosaville Inspect: By Appointment Ron Davey 0412 206 563

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Must be one of the best locations in Noosaville to own a townhouse. Everything is at your finger tips! ...Plenty of jetties for fishing and boating, four beautiful topical swimming pools to enjoy, just a stroll over to the Noosa Yacht Club, Wollies, Dan Murphy’s, the sensational Noosa Riverpresented and the exceptional and shopping that Noosaville is now famous Impeccably residencerestaurants offered in excellent condition throughout.

It’s all for.

This beautiful townhouse comprises 3 excellent size bedrooms, 2 lovely bathrooms, been done for you…new carpets, freshly painted, new kitchen, new tap ware, new a very good living area with beautiful tiles and lovely outlook and undercover patio’s and outdoor dining and entertaining area fully enclosed weather really is courtyards to enjoy, if you love cooking you’ll love thisfor kitchen and conditions. designed forIttoday’s like buying new home!

Situated very quiet and of lovely neighbourhood needs, lockaup garage and visitors in cara parking, heaps storage, 170m2 total and floornear area, the picturesque Tewantin Course, nature and the Noosaand Birdsuits Trail andvery situated in a restful tropical Golf garden setting.

It’s a walkways great investment property thejust quietaround home the owner as well.

Currently rented by “Triple1A’study tenantorat4th $450 per week. are corner to investigate, 3 bedrooms, bedroom, 2 Get in quick forareas, this one! separate living lounge room, great dining area off the kitchen and sliding door to outside under cover entertaining area, double remote control garage with rolladoor BOY, I COULD LIVE HERE! at rear. There are side gates for caravan or camper van. This surely is going to be a money maker for some lucky purchaser! The timing is right to grab this in both hands $485,000 ONO 3 2 1 4 and not let go, but be quick on this one!

9 Daintree67 Way, Tewantin Unit 44 The Entrance, Gibson Road, Noosaville Inspect: Saturday 10am to 10.45am 10:45am Welsh 0412 RonPaula Davey 0412 206970 563630

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D L O S E B L L I W This comfortable, immaculate, high set home has its own gate access to acres and acres of National Park forever.

The large in ground pool is in a lovely tropical setting and has the added bonus of an attractive turfed area to kick a ball as well as covered patios for entertaining. The home comprises of 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, laundry, security screens, foyer, large lounge dining area, kitchen and a further 2 covered patios above. The double gate access at the side boundary is perfect for a trailer or boat. The subtle bonuses associated with this property provide for easy living and great value. Currently a great returning holiday home.

No Body Corp or Management Fees.

IMMACULATE CASTAWAYS BEACH HOME BORDERING NATIONAL PARK $750,000 3 2.5 2 1 29 Moonbeam Crescent, Castaways Beach Inspect: Saturday 1.00pm to 2pm Petrea Pradella 0412 626 536

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Outstanding Property in the best cul de sac location in the area and access to beach via tunnel. Don’t pass up your chance to see this! The surrounding views will lift your spirit!

A living design for the life you desire in the very popular Captains Court. Now for those who love cooking and want something special, then this kitchen is designed for the perfect partnership. For the romantics there is even a roof top viewing deck where you can sit up there and watch the whales go by or gaze at the stars at night. The beautiful pool is designed and set in rather a private area of the property and one in which you can do a few laps in as well. Don’t miss your opportunity to inspect this beautiful home this weekend!

OCEAN VIEWS WITH MEDITERRANEAN INFLUENCES Price: POA 4 2.5 2 1 15 Captains Court, Sunrise Beach Inspect: Saturday 11am to 11.45am Ron Davey 0412 206 563

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Complete the picture ON offer is a spacious family home located in a quiet crescent in Castaways Beach, with gated access to the beautiful Noosa National Park at the rear of the property.

Living is spread over two levels, providing a practical floor plan for families with older children or teenagers or for those who want to enjoy single-level living with room for guests.

Two generous-size bedrooms are located on the lower-level of the home, along with a main bathroom, laundry, foyer and access to the rear yard, covered courtyard and sparkling pool.

The upper-level of the home features an open-plan living, dining and kitchen space, plus access to two covered balconies that are perfect for catching the cool ocean breezes on warm summer days or for dining alfresco.

The kitchen features all the modern conveniences needed to create delicious family meals, plus a breakfast bar for casual dining and ample storage and bench space.

Outside, established tropical plants and trees throughout the property provide an easy-care garden.

This property also features hardwood timbers stairs, airconditioning, ceiling fans, double car garage, and double gates to accommodate a boat or trailer.

Base Realtors sales agent Petrea Pradella said this home won’t last long on the market.

“This property is complete, right down to the furniture and will be sold,” she said.

“Anyone wanting property in the beachside locations of Sunrise or Marcus Beach should not let this one pass by without inspecting.”

home essentials ADDRESS: 29 Moonbeam Crescent, Castaways Beach PRICE: $750,000 VIEW: Saturday,1pm DESCRIPTION: 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car, pool AGENT: Petrea Pradella for Base Realtors, 0412 626 536

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Modern, immaculate presentation Huge living room, separate family room & tiled loors throughout Air-conditioned living room & main bedroom North facing pool, tiled patio & a good size lawn & garden 814m2 land zoned for units Walk to beach, shops, schools & aquatic centre

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Hammer falls on heaven THE Richardson and Wrench Noosa summer auction season is set to start this Saturday with a number of luxury properties going under the hammer.

Hi Karen, We rent a property which has now gone on the market for sale, in preparation for this we have had all the carpets professionally cleaned. We are now concerned that they are going to get very dirty with people walking all over them, can we insist people remove their shoes before inspecting? Tina, Noosa Waters

MYTH: AUCTIONS DON’T WORK Mr McCauley said there was a myth auctions didn’t work in Noosa.

The statement was simply not true, he said, with auction properties more likely to sell in half the time of a private treaty sale.

Mr Butt said the reason people think auctions don’t work is because the property may not sell on the day, but many properties will go on to be sold following negotiation of the settlement date or other aspects of the sale contract.

Hi Tina, Interesting question, irstly would you normally ask everyone who enters your house to remove their shoes? Unless it is wet and muddy then to be honest your

Mr McCauley said most homes sold in Noosa are investment properties and many are bought with Superfunds or Trusts that can attract a complicated contract.

carpets could possibly be better off if shoes are left on. Feet have natural oils and this residue can be left on the carpet which then attracts dust and dirt, so in effect this is worse

15 Cooran Court, Noosa Sound, will go up for auction at 11am on Saturday 17 January.

than shoes! The best solution to this is to provide plastic shoe covers,

Jennifer Carr has been selling most of hers before auctions lately with Noosa Sound homes being in strong demand and buyers wishing to ensure they take it out before others have a chance to.

also remember that for some people removing shoes can be a physical issue and they may need to sit down to do this! So is it really necessary?

MYTH: SELLING AT AUCTION MEANS YOU ARE “DESPERATE”.

Karen, we have an approved dog at our rental home, he is friendly and a good watchdog. We have a periodic inspection coming up soon and the property manager insist that either we are home or the dog is confined for the inspection... he is not aggressive why do we have to do this? Jasmine, Doonan

Mr Butt said many sellers believe, if you are selling at auction, you are desperate or the “bank is selling you up”, which he said is very far from the truth.

“From a seller’s perspective, what they need to understand is a buyer can come from anywhere,” he said.

“They can come from Sydney, Melbourne, south-east Queensland or another property in the street. But they are all going to have different perceptions of price.

“So, marketing the property without a price, gives the seller an open book to get the feedback from potential buyers all the way through the initial program so the seller ensures that he/she is not underselling the property.”

Mr McCauley said it is like “casting a net rather than dropping a line” when it comes to selling.

Additionally, Mr Butt said it is common for sellers who choose private treaty as a method of sale, find their home on the market for a long time.

“The average day on market for a nonauction property in Noosa is up to 200 days,” Mr Butt said.

“So, if you’re a seller, would you want to wait that long and prepare the property for multiple inspections over a long period of time? Or would you prefer to get it sold within a condensed period of time so you’re not having to spend the money on maintaining pristine presentation or continual marketing in ads?”

Q& A

Property Management

by Karen Seskis

Real Estate Lifestyle sat down with R&W Noosa principals Peter Butt and Shane McCauley to dispel some myths surrounding auctions.

“Many people would prefer to buy after the auction, but we’re identifying the buyer at the auction itself,” he said.

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Hi Jasmine, I understand your dilemma but you must realise not everyone feels comfortable around Apartments 8 and 11 'The Enclave', 94 Noosa Drive, Noosa Heads will go under the hammer on Saturday 17 January at 1pm.

MYTH: AUCTIONS COST A LOT OF MONEY Mr Butt and Mr McCauley both recommend setting a marketing budget of up to 1 per cent of the property value.

“If you are selling, you should put a marketing campaign in place that covers all potential buyers,” Mr Butt said.

“A lot of people choose to auction during our peak time in Noosa as that’s when the buyers are in town. And if we are selling to an interstate market, which we often are, it’s more efficient to have them here on holidays at the same time. You maximise the number of people you actually get here.

“If you have two to three people interested in your property then you will get them competing which ensures the best price for your home.”

dogs, especially when we hear of dogs attacking other dogs or people. Dogs are very protective of

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their environment and if you are not

The next spike in the local property market is expected to be around the Easter holidays. Mr Butt said now was the time to chat with a sales agent, if you plan on selling during the coming season.

at home they can become scared or sometimes aggressive when someone they don’t know enters the home, so for the safety of our

“You need to plan ahead,” he said. “You never get a second chance to make a first impression.”

property managers we ask for your

Mr Butt said it was common for a sales agent to view your home and help make simple suggestions to increase your property’s value and appeal when presenting to the market.

Please feel free to contact me

“Sometimes it’s a coat of paint, a rearrangement of furniture,” he said.

“You need to present your property in the best light because that will help attract buyers and get the best price. You really need to start now,” Mr McCauley said.

cooperation.

should you have any property management questions relating to renting or selling karen@eldersnoosa.com.au

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Bland helps spruce up board “She brings a strong set of skills to the

FRASER Coast real estate identity Linda Bland has joined the Board of the Real Estate

role and is part of our plan to reinvigorate

Institute of Queensland (REIQ).

member services while ensuring the REIQ

Linda Bland is the principal and owner of Century 21 Commercial Hervey Bay, which

remains Queensland’s number one real estate organisation,” Ms Mercorella said.

“It’s very pleasing to see another successful

specialises in sales, leasing and property management of commercial and industrial

woman coming through the ranks into a

properties.

senior leadership position at the REIQ. “Linda’s appointment increases the

REIQ CEO Antonia Mercorella said Ms Bland, who has lived in Hervey Bay for over 25

representation of regional Queensland

years, was a successful real estate professional

on the REIQ Board, which also includes

and business owner who brought extensive

highly successful Cairns-based real estate

experience to the role.

professional Deborah Duffy.”

Since purchasing her business in 2006, Ms Bland has grown the business substantially, with the office awarded the REIQ Commercial Agency of the Year for 2014. She is also the REIQ Zone Chair for the Fraser Coast and has been an outstanding advocate for the local real estate profession in this role.

Ms Bland said she was honoured to be appointed to the REIQ Board and was looking forward to helping create better services and more exclusive benefits for REIQ members.

Ms Bland has also received several prestigious sales awards in recognition of her achievements for Century 21.

Fraser Coast real estate identity Linda Bland has joined the REIQ board.

OPEN HOMES Castaways Beach 47 Driftwood Drive 29 Moonbeam Crescent

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kym de Warren & Jon Blonk Base Realtors - Petrea Pradella

Sunshine Beach Sat 10-10.30am Sat 1-2pm

Doonan 56 Duke Road 337 Sunrise Road 273 Duke Road 369 Duke Road

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Brad McDonald Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - David Berns Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - David Berns Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - David Berns

Sat 12 -1pm Sat 9.15-10.15am Sat 1-2pm Sat 11.45am-12.45pm

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Brad McDonald

Sat 10-10.45am

Eumundi 54 Jocelyn Drive

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Jon Blonk & Jennifer Carr Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Peter Butt

Thur & Fri 2-3pm, Sat 1-3pm Fri & Wed 12-12.30pm, Sat 1-1.30pm

Marcus Beach 8 Royena Place

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Mike Hay Rachel Sellman

Sat 1-1.30pm

Apt 15‘Noosa River Quays’2 Blakesley Street Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kate Cox 9 McNab Avenue Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Cam Goode 9 Daintree Way Base Realtors - Paula Welsh

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - David Conolly & Gavin Ryan

Sat 11-11.30am Fri & Wed 1-1.30pm Sat 10-10.30am

10/20 Anchorage Circuit 39/20 Anchorage Circuit

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Jennifer Carr Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kate Cox Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Jennifer Carr Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kate Cox Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kate Cox Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Shane McCauley & Frank Milat Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kate Cox Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kate Cox Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Cam Goode Rose Callaghan Realty - Rosemary Callaghan

Sun 12-12.30pm Sat 1-1.30pm Fri 11-11.30am Fri 2-2.30pm Fri 3-3.30pm, Sat 12-12.30pm Fri 1-2pm Sat 11-11.30am, Wed 3-3.30pm Sat 12-12.30pm Sat 12-12.30pm Sat 11am-1pm

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kate Cox Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Jon Blonk ONE Noosa - Craig Brumby

Sat 1-1.30pm, Wed 4-4.30pm Sat 11-11.30am Sat 11-11.45am

Peregian Beach Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kate Cox

Thur 4-4.30pm

Sunrise Beach Century 21 Conoly Hay Group - Mike Hay & Rachel Sellman Base Realtors - Ron Davey Elders Noosa - Trevor Mangels

One Noosa - Lydia Kirn One Noosa - Lydia Kirn

Sat 10-10.45am Sat 11-11.45am

Sat, January 17 15 Cooran Court, Noosa Heads Apt 20‘On the Beach’49 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads Apt 8‘The Enclave’94 Noosa Drive, Noosa Heads Apt 11‘The Enclave’94 Noosa Drive, Noosa Heads 2/63 Elanda Street, Sunshine Beach

Richardson & Wrench Noosa Richardson & Wrench Noosa Richardson & Wrench Noosa Richardson & Wrench Noosa Century 21 Conolly Hay Group

11am 12pm 1pm 1pm 12.30pm

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group

12pm

Richardson & Wrench Noosa Richardson & Wrench Noosa Richardson & Wrench Noosa

10am 11am 12pm

Richardson & Wrench Noosa Century 21 Conolly Hay Group

11am 2pm

Sun, January 18

Noosa Springs

37 Newield Street 15 Captains Court 92 Southern Cross Parade

Sat 11-11:30am Sat 11-11.30am Sat 10.30-11.30am

auction diary

Noosa Heads

300 David Low Way

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Hamish Bolderston Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Brad McDonald Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - David Berns

Twin Waters

10 Satinwood Street Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Cam Goode 2/17 Laburnum Crescent Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Hamish Bolderston Apt 37‘Noosa Place’272 Weyba Road Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Hamish Bolderston

342‘TheWoods’61 Noosa Springs Drv 748‘The Palms’61 Noosa Springs Drive 719 Noosa Springs Drive

Sat 3-3.30pm Sat 10-10.30am Sat 10-10.45am

Sat 3-4pm, Sun 11.30am-12pm

Noosaville

Apt 59‘Noosa Harbour Resort’6 Quamby Place 2 Capri Court 15 Cooran Court 14 Mainsails Square Apt 313‘Noosa Blue’16 Noosa Drive Apt 8‘The Enclave - RACV’94 Noosa Drive Apt 18‘Rise Apartments’37 Noosa Drive 35 The Quarterdeck 32 Weyba Park Drive 9-11 Ravenwood Drive

Thur & Sat 2-2.30pm Sat 11-11.30am, Wed 3-3.30pm Sat & Wed 12-12.30pm Thur 1-1.30pm, Fri 10-10.30am Sat 11-11.30am Sat 12-12.30pm Sat 1-1.30pm Sat 2-2.30pm Sat 11-11.30am Sat 12-12.30pm Sat 1-1.30pm Sat 2-2.30pm

Tinbeerwah 45 Mackay Court 90 Paterson Drive 555 Sunrise Road

Mudjimba 32 Kawanna Street

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Peter Butt & Kate Cox Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kym de Warren & Cam Goode Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kym de Warren & Jon Blonk Rose Callaghan Realty - Rosemary Callaghan Century 21 Conoly Hay Group - David Conolly Century 21 Conoly Hay Group - David Conolly Century 21 Conoly Hay Group - David Conolly Century 21 Conoly Hay Group - David Conolly & Rachel Sellman Century 21 Conoly Hay Group - Mike Hay & Rachel Sellman Century 21 Conoly Hay Group - Mike Hay & Rachel Sellman Century 21 Conoly Hay Group - Mike Hay & Rachel Sellman Century 21 Conoly Hay Group - Mike Hay & Rachel Sellman

Tewantin

Little Cove Apt 9‘Little Cove Ct’2 Pandanus Street Apt 2‘Villa Nette’56 Park Road

34 Arakoon Crescent Apt 9, 1 Elanda Street 3 Kiamba Court Unit 3“Andari”19-21 BelmoreTerrace 11/20 Douglas Street 8/39 Elanda Street 25 Paciic Avenue 20 Dwyer Street 54 Ferguson Street 2/63 Elanda Street 48 Elanda Street 1/27 Parkedge Street

Sat 11-11.30am Sat 11am-12pm Sat 10-10.45am

32 Kawanna Street, Mudjimba

Sat, January 24 3 Kiamba Court, Sunshine Beach 8/4 Portside Court, Noosa Waters Apt 20 Noosa Shores, 86-88 Noosa Parade, Noosa Heads

Sat, February 14 Apt 59‘Noosa Harbour Resort’6 Quamby Place, Noosa Heads 273 Duke Road, Doonan