Real Estate - Noosa - 09th April 2015

Noosa's Weekly Real Estate Guide

9 April, 2015

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ARCHITECT Scott Rippon of Rippon Associates has designed this home as a perfectly private oasis offering sanctuary from the outside world while in the heart of Sunshine Beach.

Vibrant and exciting, yet totally unique, this home takes advantage of natural light and organic materials to create a relaxing home that is both exclusive and luxurious.

Living is spread over two levels and provides ample space for a family to live in comfort or for a retired couple to enjoy single-level living with room for guests.

Upon entering the home you are greeted with a charming Asian-inspired feature under the stairs and a space for hanging your most prized artworks, while wooden stairs lead you to the upper level of the home.

The main suite is also located on this level and is a true retreat with a private balcony and box window from which to enjoy the leafy outlook, plus an ensuite with spa and built-in robe.

The lower level of this luxurious home features two more bedrooms, one that is serviced by the main bathroom and another that would be perfect for guests or as an alternate master suite as it enjoys a private ensuite, built-in robe and access to the sun deck and plunge pool.

A side door from the entry gallery also leads to the outdoor spaces that have been designed to catch the sun and allow the new owners of this home to relax in privacy.

Upstairs features the main living zones where an openplan kitchen, living and dining space flows out to a north facing, covered balcony where many a night can be spent enjoying alfresco dining with friends and family.

This property also includes an outdoor shower, timber sliding doors throughout, polished redgum floors, Jet Master fireplace in the lounge, ducted air-conditioning, Aiphone security system and a ducted vacuum system.

The kitchen features all the modern conveniences one can expect from a home of this calibre including stone benchtops, AEG stainless steel appliances, integrated dishwasher and a beautiful outdoor aspect for cooking inspiration.

All this is located just moments from Noosa Main Beach and Hastings Street and only a short walk from the charming Sunshine Beach village with the uncrowded ocean within easy reach.

home essentials ADDRESS: Number 2, 20 Weyba Street, Sunshine Beach AUCTION: On-site Saturday 18 April at 2pm VIEW: Saturday, Monday and Wednesday 1-1.30pm DESCRIPTION: 3 bed, 3 bath, 2 car, pool AGENT: Mike Hay and Rachel Sellman for Century 21 Conolly Hay Group, 0417 624 059 or 0422 719 041 18 NOOSA TODAY | Thursday, 9 April, 2015

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www.rwnoosa.com.au 07 5447 4499

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FAMILY HOME!

NOOSA HEADS 13 BANKSIA AVENUE

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Eco & Family Friendly

View Saturday 11.00-11.30am Price $1,420,000

This large ‘eco friendly’ home on a huge 1034m2 allotment is priced well and will save you money for years to come. Thoughtful environmental concerns for conserving have influenced the design and structure with gas hot water, solar panels, heat pads for the pool and 20,000 litre water tank. ɒ Polished Italian tiles on lower level and carpet on upper level. ɒ Large open plan kitchen/dining with caesar stone bench tops and butler’s pantry. ɒ Deluxe master bedroom retreat with grand ensuite, walk-in robe and large terrace. ɒ Direct access walkway from back of property to Settler’s Cove jetty.

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

2014 STAYZ AWARD WINNER

PEREGIAN BEACH 300 DAVID LOW WAY

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Opportunities & Income

View Fri & Sat 10.00-10.30am Price $1,299,000

This award winning holiday rental property has continuously returned 8-10% nett per year for the last 4 years. The house is high set and a resort style, and is sold fully furnished and equipped to continue its success and comes with solid forward bookings. ɒ This house is unique and attracts high quality guests within Australia and Internationally. ɒ Expect to spend only several hours a week preparing for your next guests. ɒ Great Lifestyle with a solid income and little effort. ɒ Close to the beach and Peregian Beach Village.

Kate Cox 0438 695 505 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au

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GREAT HOLIDAY HOUSE

NOOSA HEADS 26 NAIRANA REST

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Coast & Cottage

View Sat & Tues 12.00-12.30pm Price $895,000

Nestled amongst the trees on Noosa Hill, you’ll be pleasantly surprised by this hidden treasure.

From the cottage exterior this property presents itself as a modest little abode but wait until you go inside..... A beautifully furnished Noosa holiday retreat awaits! ɒ Currently holiday let so you can continue to receive income and still use yourself regularly. ɒ Master bedroom with views of Noosa’s Hinterland, ensuite and split system air-conditioning. ɒ Fully equipped rumpus / games room for the big and little kids alike. ɒ Lagoon style swimming pool.

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

GREAT LOCATION

TEWANTIN 3 ‘NOOSA RIVER QUAYS’ 2 BLAKESLEY ST

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Leisure & Lifestyle

View Sat & Tues 3.00-3.30pm Price $940,000

This north-facing executive style riverside apartment is ideal for those seeking a low maintenance secure lifestyle. The position is one of the best in the complex as it is a ground floor end apartment that has uninterrupted views out onto the private terrace, grass and river. ɒ Recently painted and new window furnishings. ɒ Exceptionally roomy, plus secured lock up garage & storage. ɒ Double sized bedrooms, one with walk-in robe and ensuite. ɒ Gated apartments with manicured gardens & lawn.

Kate Cox 0438 695 505 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au

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PURE ELEGANCE

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NOOSA HEADS 12 ‘ILUKA’ 10 SERENITY CLOSE

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Sophisticated & Secure

View Saturday 10.00-10.30am Price $1,895,000

Apartment 12 has an enviable position in the very high quality building of Iluka. Situated on the northern corner, it has the advantage of extra windows and light. The appeal of this apartment centres on serenity, security and quality. This is a place you’ll love to call ‘home’. ɒ There are two terraces – one overlooking the beautiful gardens with 25m (heated) pool. ɒ The other where you can see koalas in the trees and the sparkle of water beyond. ɒ It’s a superb and practical floor plan with separate office and media room. ɒ The kitchen and scullery offer Miele appliances and there’s an airing room off the laundry. ɒ The separation of accommodation works beautifully for families or guests.

Jennifer Carr 0412 158 433 Shane McCauley 0403 646 930 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au

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RIGHT ON THE RIVER

NOOSA SOUND 61 WYUNA DRIVE

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Serenity & Space

View Saturday 11.00-11.30am Price POA

This modern home, right on the river, has been designed beautifully with a flowing floor plan, exquisite finishes and fine attention to detail. There’s plenty of room with beautifully sized bedrooms, office, two living areas plus a superb gourmet kitchen. It is a home filled with light. ɒ The sunny pool is the place for a dip with the children, after playing on the sandy beach. ɒ There is also a jetty to throw in a line and a gated side entrance for a small boat. ɒ Positioned on a wide part of the River overlooking the foliage on the bank opposite. ɒ Within walking distance to some of Noosa’s best restaurants.

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

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AT ONE WITH NATURE

WEYBA DOWNS 37 LAKE WEYBA DRIVE

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Lifestyle & Location

View Fri & Sat 2.00-2.30pm Price Offers over $1,000,000

Set amid sprawling grounds, you will feel a welcome sense of calm when arriving at this private, lifestyle home. The location is stunning, overlooking Lake Weyba; one of Noosa’s best kept secrets. Relaxed elegance, vibrantly light and stylish with integrated indoor and outdoor living. ɒ Stephen Kidd design. ɒ Innovatively conceived for both grand scale entertaining or unwinding with family. ɒ Whisper quiet location, 5 minutes to Noosa Civic shops, 10 minutes to Hastings Street. ɒ Work from home with large shed and home office.

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

HEART OF HASTINGS ST

NOOSA HEADS 517 ‘LAGUNA ON HASTINGS’

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Holidays & Happiness

View Saturday 1.00-1.30pm Price $875,000

Soak up the sun’s rays while sipping a quiet champagne from your luxury 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 and tax breaks to make even your accountant smile! ɒ 100m2 with a double length terrace and perfect Northerly orientation. ɒ Lots of café and dining opportunities at your door. ɒ Overlooking the pool. ɒ Strong holiday income and depreciation benefits.

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

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PRICE REDUCTION

SUNSHINE BEACH 2/2 WEBB ROAD

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Sunshine & Style

View By Private Inspection Price $760,000

This property sits in the heart of everything Sunshine Beach has to offer. Located just metres from the patrolled Sunshine Beach and famous surf club, in a small complex of just 5 apartments.

Stylishly renovated and fully furnished, ready for immediate income. ɒ Large modern open plan single level design with lovely neutral colour pallet. ɒ Designer kitchen, modern appliances with built-in breakfast bench. ɒ Large undercover balcony overlooking the sparkling inground pool. ɒ Solar heated pool and outdoor shower, perfect to use after your daily beach visit.

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

ENTRY LEVEL VILLA

NOOSA SPRINGS 159 ‘THE CASCADES’

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Opportunity & Location

View Saturday 10.00-10.30am Price $595,000

Located directly adjacent to the resort pool and facilities, this well designed, private two story villa is ready for your own personal touches. Lovely open plan design, with multiple indoor / outdoor living areas, with a north facing terrace and garden. ɒ Secure, Lock up and Leave with 24 Hour gated security. ɒ Separate Golf Buggy Garage . ɒ Air Conditioning & Ceiling Fans. ɒ Fantastic Resort Facilities including two pools and BBQ areas.

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

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ULTIMATE POSITION

LITTLE COVE 7 ALLAMBI RISE

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Build & Prosper

View Saturday 10.00-10.30am Price Offers over $4,500,000

Panoramic vistas of Noosa’s Main Beach, Laguna Bay, Noosa River and Mt Cooroy and the promise and delivery of a gorgeous sunset stretch in front of you from the pool deck of this home in the dress circle of Noosa. A unique site to build your superb new home. ɒ Perfect weekend getaway with low maintenance gardens, lock-up garage and storage space. ɒ Walk to Hastings Street or the National Park in just 5 minutes. ɒ 885m2 allotment, inground pool, AAA+ position! ɒ This is what Noosa is all about – leave the car in the garage for the entirety of your holiday.

Cam Goode 0400 904 678 Jill Goode 0418 714 653 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa

RENOVATOR’S DREAM

NOOSA HEADS 9 SUNSET DRIVE

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Paint & Profit

View Saturday 11.00-11.30am Price Contact agent

Situated just 200 metres from the river, and an easy walk to the Sunday farmer’s market, this cute renovator is a project just waiting to be taken up! On a huge 845m2 block, the home has 3 bedrooms and one renovated bathroom, it’s surrounded on 3 sides by mature palms and trees. ɒ There is a space crying out for a lovely pool, still leaving plenty of room to extend the house. ɒ Located within minutes of schools, shopping and transport. ɒ This property is quite possibly Noosa’s best renovation option. ɒ This is a ‘red hot’ area, with its over-sized land this could be a great home in a great position!

Cam Goode 0400 904 678 Jill Goode 0418 714 653 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au

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Finding the perfect property manager is key to making the most of your investment.

Trick to interview for an agent onthehome

front WITH EMILY BLACK LITTLE FISH MEDIA

MY father-in-law was once seeking a property manager to best manage his investment house, and his approach was something I have never forgotten.

His method was to personally visit every agency in town as if he was looking for somewhere to live.

After being shrugged-off with a photocopied list of rentals on several occasions, he finally found ‘the one’.

Walking into a local agency, he asked the

usual questions. But instead of receiving a dull response, this property manager was far more attentive - asking him what his rental history was; did he have references readily available; how long a lease was he seeking and in what area - among other things.

He told her immediately she was hired.

Which of course caused a little confusion, but he explained to her, after he had ‘interviewed’ a long list of uninterested candidates, she was the only one who showed interest on behalf of the property owners, without alienating the renter. He knew his property would be in safe hands.

When it comes to managing an investment property, be sure it is in the best hands. Essentially, a property investment

is a business, which needs industry-savvy people to help run it, which is why hiring a professional is something I highly recommend.

In any successful partnership, communication is key. Ensure the potential manager has a range of options available, including post, phone, email or internet to keep open lines of contact between the property owner and tenant.

It is also important to talk to your property manager about property maintenance. With rising rents, tenants are increasingly particular about properties’ condition and are reluctant to pay top dollar for homes that have seen better days.

Keeping up appearances with a fresh coat of paint as required, attending to any necessary repairs or even installing air-conditioning or a dishwasher will help achieve top rental price and a house-proud tenant.

To attain the best price and returns, it is essential to keep abreast of the rental market. Ask the property manager if they conduct regular rental reviews. Often, increasing your rent in line with the market, the divide between rising monthly mortgage repayments and the contribution a tenant makes each month decreases.

Ensure you have access to an educated perspective, someone who knows if the price is fair, to avoid alienating a good tenant.

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www.rosecallaghanrealty.com.au Position Perfect • One of Noosa Waters largest blocks - 1083m2 • North facing with 42 metre waterfront • Stephen Kidd design • Spacious open plan living and separate dining • Covered entertainment area perfect for entertaining • Jetty, landscaped gardens, pool

NOOSA WATERS

Price:

48 The Peninsula

$2,190,000

Inspect: Saturday 11am-12noon Agent:

4A 3B 2C 1D

Rosemary Callaghan 0419 236 133

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Beach Location Ocean Views • Small well maintained complex of six • Renovated kitchen new stainless steel appliances • Freshly painted, high ceilings, blinds, ceiling fans thru-out • Balcony, separate private courtyard, mezzanine study • Secure garage with internal access, pool in complex • Short stroll to Sunshine Beach Village and transport

SUNSHINE BEACH

Price:

U5 “Park Haven” 4 Park Crescent

Inspect: Saturday 10-10.30am Agent:

2A 1B 1C

$550,000

Rosemary Callaghan 0419 236 133

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Great Buy in Noosa Waters • Two living areas, dining area and study • Modern kitchen, stone bench tops • Solar power electricity and hot water • Room for boat, caravan or 4 cars • Air-conditioning and ceiling fans • Minutes to Noosaville’s restaurants, cafes and river

NOOSAVILLE

Price:

5 Helm Court

Inspect: By Appointment Agent:

4A 2B 2C

$840,000

Rosemary Callaghan 0419 236 133

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Make This Your Home or Rent It Out • Townhouse in small complex • Private balcony • Low Strata Levies • Timber blinds, shutters and flooring • Walk to local schools, shops and transport • Close to Sunshine Beach and Noosa Junction

SUNRISE BEACH

Price:

3 “Southern Views” 86 Southern Cross Pde

Inspect: By Appointment Agent:

$349,000

Rosemary Callaghan 0419 236 133

2A 2B 1C

E: rose@rosecallaghanrealty.com.au

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The luxury Stephen Kidd-designed development is planned for the northern end of Gympie Terrace.

Gympie Terrace luxury look GYMPIE Terrace’s renowned landscape is set for a new look with a luxury Stephen Kidd-designed development planned for the northern end.

Kidd + Co principal Stephen Kidd says the development has an excellent mix of design and functionality.

“We haven’t embarked on any new techniques, instead we’ve concentrated on refining quality to make this development the best it can be,” he said.

Reputable Noosa builders Mark Bain Constructions have a longstanding working relationship with Stephen and will manage the build.

Mark said the construction would take about one year from start to finish, and would employ anywhere up to 50 local trades people on-site five days a week for the duration.

“While we have worked on a number of unit complexes in Noosa, including sites in Sunshine Beach and on Noosa Parade, this is the first time we’ve worked on Gympie Terrace and it is a rare opportunity given the sparse land availability along the exclusive strip.”

Marketing agent Century 21 Conolly Hay Group Co Principal David Conolly says properties like this are rare at this end of Gympie Terrace.

“This position showcases one of the most stunning Noosa River vistas available, with a view stretching all the way to the river mouth,” he said.

sought-after location, and will be the first new development at this end of Gympie Terrace since my last design at Platinum, about six or seven years ago.”

No. 279 will consist of six, two and three-bedroom apartments designed to the meet impeccable standards with a quality of fittings expected from such a desirable location.

Kidd + Co create a distinguishable look, which will be a key feature here and especially showcased in the penthouses with raked ceilings in a conservative and classic design.

“The apartments are ideally suited to retirees who wish to have a low-maintenance, high-lifestyle arrangement in close proximity to everything they need,” Stephen said.

The building will consist of three levels, with two apartments on each level, starting with the ground floor, where both apartments have access to a private pool each.

“This development is in a very

Building rules are tighter

BY JOLENE OGLE NOOSA Council is tightening the rules when it comes to approving building applications, with over 70 per cent of building applications from the past three months approved with conditions.

The latest report from the Planning and Infrastructure Department, presented to the Planning and Organisation Committee on 31 March, showed 44 applications for building or renovations had been lodged with Noosa Council’s Planning and Infrastructure Department since 1 October 2014, of which 31 were approved with conditions.

The data is a dramatic increase when compared to the previous quarter where only 22 per cent of applications were approved with conditions.

Building and Plumbing officer Rob Wibrow said the tighter conditions on approvals was due to a “more consistent approach” to processing applications. “(The increase) is a reflection on new processes.

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up new templates with new ways to assess things,” he said.

“This is a more refined approach to the Noosa Plan, making sure development stays consistent with the planning scheme. It’s about being more cautious with our conditions.”

Mr Wilbrow said the increase of conditions on application approvals was designed to stop the “creep”.

“The bulk of applications are for carports, so we’re making sure people are not adding to them,” he said.

“Basically it’s to stop the ‘add ons’. We’re not allowing for any creep and you must abide by these conditions.”

According to the report, the conditionally approved applications would “require advice and monitoring to ensure particular outcomes of the planning scheme are met.”

In the past six months since 1 July, Noosa Council has received 90 applications, of which 41 were conditionally approved, 34 were approved without conditions, and two approvals were refused.

All of the living areas face north-east, positioned to maximise

the river views, with careful consideration to amplify the use of space for storage options and ease of flow throughout.

David says the plans are subject to Noosa Council’s final approval, but given the rarity of this opportunity, buyers are urged to register immediately for a chance to secure an apartment.

“It will be a matter of ‘first in, best dressed’, which means buyers who register their interest with Century 21 Conolly Hay Group immediately will have the best chance at securing this once in a lifetime opportunity,” he said.

Council is tightening the reins on development applications.

Little Cove Masterpiece Showcasing The Best Northerly Ocean Views In Noosa LITTLE COVE “HIGHVIEW” 25 Bayview Road • Never to be lost ocean & forest vistas • Peace and seclusion, only 10 minute walk via senic path to Hastings Street • Home cinema/5th Bedroom • Separately entranced guest quarters with ensuite & sitting room

5 A 4.5 PRICE VIEW AGENT

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Expressions of Interest This Saturday 2-2:30pm David Conolly 0438 259 956 david@c21noosa.com

Testimonial: Jonathan Tomasini “Jonathan displayed an exception level of service and professionalism in selling my property and conducted as many inspections as possible to ensure that I achieved the desired result. Jonathan kept me fully informed throughout the selling process and he was available to take my calls anytime. I highly recommend him.”

Seller: Michael Smith

EXCELLENT VALUE, GREAT HOME FOR THE FAMILY EUMUNDI 54 Jocelyn Drive Situated in an elevated position for views and breezes, this large family home with large salt water lap pool entertaining deck in total privacy.

Excellent value, a larger home for this price, plenty of garage and storage space a great place for the kids to grow up.

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

4A 2 B 2 C 1D PRICE Offers over $749,000 VIEW This Saturday 10:30-11:30am AGENT David Berns 0408 629 438 david.berns@c21noosa.com Brad McDonald 0438 194 628 brad@c21noosa.com

13 Greenshank Street, Peregian Beach

Jonathan Tomasini Licensed Real Estate Agent

0401 807 697

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highlight home

Case of executive envy

SET in the heart of Old Tewantin, this north-facing executive style riverside apartment is ideal for those seeking a lowmaintenance lifestyle, with everything at your fingertips.

Make this home your own, with fresh neutral tones throughout and large spaces for you and your family to enjoy.

with the master opening onto a covered courtyard - the perfect place to enjoy a morning coffee - and the second and third bedrooms opening out to a leafy back courtyard.

The heart of the home, the kitchen, features granite benchtops, ample preparation and storage space and

High ceilings and tiled floors ensure an abundance of natural light flows throughout the living zones, while the northerly aspect will welcome the sun.

stainless steel appliances, including a gas cooktop.

The position is one of the best in the complex as it is a ground floor end apartment that has uninterrupted views out onto the private terrace, grass and river.

lawn beyond; a spectacular view to enjoy from the comfort

The apartment’s size could be likened to that of a house, with genuinely spacious open plan living, large bedrooms, including the master with walk-in robe and ensuite and a sizeable laundry.

on title, plus cafes and restaurants of the Noosa Marina and

This beautiful home is designed for comfort and relaxing

The kitchen overlooks an open-plan living and dining zone that opens out to a covered terrace and to the rolling green of your own home.

This property also features one of the few lock-up garages Gympie Terrace are all within walking distance.

Immaculately presented, the Noosa Quays residential complex offers security, a lagoon style pool and barbecue facilities right on Noosa River.

home essentials ADDRESS: Apartment 3, Noosa River Quays, 2 Blakesley Street, Tewantin PRICE: $940,000 VIEW: Saturday and Tuesday, 3-3.30pm DESCRIPTION: 3 bed, 2 bath, 1 car AGENT: Kate Cox for Richardson and Wrench Noosa, 0438 695 505 30 NOOSA TODAY | Thursday, 9 April, 2015

Noosa Waters - 22 Shipyard Circuit

4 bed | 2.5 bath | 2 car

PRIVATE RESORT LIFESTYLE

For Sale $995,000 View Sat, Mon, Tues: 11-11.45am Web ID www.onenoosa.com/property/

• Perfect family home or for a couple to spread out • Four light illed bedrooms plus study, two living areas • Enormous al-fresco poolside lounge and dining - see loor-plan on-line

Contact

• Fully tiled pool with abundant decking and surrounds • Large open plan kitchen central to pool and living

details/735 Lydia Kirn 0412 542 644 lydia@onenoosa.com

• Beautiful rich timber loors throughout the upper level

Noosa Waters - 46 Shipyard Circuit

5 bed | 2.5 bath | 2 car

BIG ENOUGH FOR ALL THE FAMILY

For Sale $997,000 View Sat, Mon, Tues: 10-10.45am Web ID www.onenoosa.com/property/

• Five Bedrooms, private master wing, two living areas • Fully ducted air-conditioning, freshly painted externally • Heat Relective Colourbond roof • Huge, private, covered outdoor area overlooks pool • Sunny due North aspect looks to leafy park opposite

Contact

details/732 Lydia Kirn 0412 542 644 lydia@onenoosa.com

• Perfect for a family or for all the family to visit..

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Time to give the grant back

REIQ is calling for the reinstatement of first home owner grants for existing housing.

THE Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) has renewed its call for the reinstatement of first home owner grants for existing housing.

“We believe it was a shortsighted move to restrict first home owner grants to new home purchases, but there’s a real opportunity now to put that right.

“It would also greatly assist Queensland’s residential housing recovery and help thousands of extra Queenslanders to realise their dream of home ownership.”

REIQ CEO Antonia Mercorella said strengthening first home owner incentives should be towards the top of the political agenda for the Palaszczuk Government in 2015.

“We’ve already held some very positive discussions with Treasurer Curtis Pitt on this issue and we’ll continue to make the case for this important economic reform.

Ms Mercorella said there was no sound basis for the preferential treatment which currently exists for purchasers of newly-built properties.

“This is an important issue out there in the community, with so many Queenslanders wanting to see first home owner grants made available to buyers of all property types,” she said.

“Reinstating the full spectrum of first home owner incentives would unlock millions of dollars in investment, delivering an important boost to the Queensland economy.

“There needs to be a level playing field for all first home buyers in Queensland,” she said.

“When grants for existing housing were abolished in 2012 first home owner rates experienced

a marked decline, but this could be reversed with the reinstatement of a more even-handed scheme.

“The current two-tiered system favouring one class of homebuyer over another has simply resulted in thousands of Queenslanders being locked out of the residential real estate market.

“We acknowledge there is a need to create more housing supply, but first home owners shouldn’t be limited in their choice as they are under the current system.”

OPEN HOMES Buderim 82 Nyes Crescent

One Noosa - Lydia Kirn

Mon 1-1.45pm

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kym de Warren & Jon Blonk

Sat 1-1.30pm

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

Sat 9.30-10.15am Sat 1-2pm Sat 11.45am-12.45pm

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - David Berns

Sat 10.30-11.30am

Eumundi 54 Jocelyn Drive

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Peter Butt & Hamish Bolderston Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - David Conolly

Sat 12-12.30pm Sat 2-2.30pm

Marcoola 25/2 Seaward Lane

One Noosa - Lydia Kirn

Sat & Tue 4-4.45pm

One Noosa - Lydia Kirn

Sat 1-1.45pm

Mount Coolum 11 Wandana Court

Noosaville Apt 2, 12 Robert Street Apt 37‘Noosa Place’272 Weyba Road 41 Jacksonia Place 26 Bluebell Court

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

Sat 10-10.30am Sat 11-11.30am Sat 11-11.30am Sat 12-1pm

Noosa Heads 7 Allambi Rise 9 Sunset Drive Apt 517‘Laguna on Hastings’32 Hastings Street Apt 12‘Iluka’10 Serenity Close 93 Cooyar Street 26 Angler Street 26 Nairana Rest 13 Banksia Avenue 7418/5 Morwong Drive 12 Habitat Place

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Cam Goode & Jill Goode Sat 10-10.30am Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Cam Goode & Jill Goode Sat 11-11.30am Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Frank Milat & Shane McCauley Sat 1-1.30pm Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Jennifer Carr Sat 10-10.30am Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kate Cox & Jake Sudrajat Sat 10-10.30am, Tue 1-1.30pm Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kate Cox Sat 2-2.30pm, Tue 12-12.30pm Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kate Cox Sat & Tue 12-12.30pm Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kate Cox Sat 11-11.30am Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Rachel Sellman & David Conolly Sat 3-3.30pm Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - David Conolly Sat 1-1.30pm

Noosa Sound 61 Wyuna Drive Apt 3‘Ocean Palms’17 Noosa Parade

300 David Low Way

75 Forest Ridge Circuit 8 Tea Tree Grove 24 Greenside Court 20 Doral Drive

Fri & Sat 10-10.30am

Sat 10-10.45am Sat 11-11.45am Sat 12-12.45pm Sat 10-10.45am

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Jennifer Carr Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Frank Milat & Shane McCauley

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Jon Blonk & Kym de Warren Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Jon Blonk & Kym de Warren Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Jon Blonk

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kate Cox & Jake Sudrajat Sat 12-12.30pm, Tue 2-2.30pm Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Stephen Williams Thur 3.30 - 4.00pm, Sat 11-11.30am

Sunshine Beach 17 Esplanade 34 Arakoon Crescent 5/4 Park Crescent 48 Elanda Street 2/63 Elanda Street 2/20 Weyba Street 13 Duke Street 1/25 Duke Street 7/5 Henderson Street 1/8 Hill Street 10/1 Park Crescent

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Jennifer Carr Thur & Fri 3-3.30pm, Sat 12-12.30pm Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Peter Butt & Kate Cox Fri 11-11.30am, Sat 1-1.30pm Rose Callaghan Realty - Rosemary Callaghan Sat 10-10.30am Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Mike Hay & Rachel Sellman Sat 12-12.30pm Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Rachel Sellman Sat 12-12.30pm Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Mike Hay & Rachel Sellman Sat, Mon, Wed 1-1.30pm Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Mike Hay & Rachel Sellman Sat 2-2.30pm Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Mike Hay & Rachel Sellman Sat 11-11.30am Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Mike Hay & Rachel Sellman Sat 11-11.30am Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Mike Hay & David Conolly Sat 11-11.30am Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - David Conolly Sat 12-12.30pm

Tewantin Apt 3‘Noosa River Quays’2 Blakesley Street Apt 2‘Freshwater Bay’12 Blakesley Street

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kate Cox Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kate Cox

Sat & Tue 3-3.30pm Sat 4-4.30pm

Tinbeerwah 45 Mackay Court

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Hamish Bolderston

Sat 1-2pm

Twin Waters 40/20 Anchorage Circuit 13/20 Anchorage Circuit

One Noosa - Lydia Kirn One Noosa - Lydia Kirn

Sat & Tue 2-2.45pm Sat & Tue 3-3.45pm

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Frank Milat & Shane McCauley

Fri & Sat 2-2.30pm

Weyba Downs 37 Lake Weyba Drive

Sat 11-11.30am Sat 12-12.30pm

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

Noosa Waters 59 The Peninsula

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Gavin Ryan Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Leon Butt Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Leon Butt & Gavin Ryan Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Leon Butt

Apt 6, 14 Sobraon Street Villa 1‘Aqua Sunrise’38 Ventura Street

Noosa Springs 159 The Cascades 61 Noosa Springs Drive 328 The Woods 61 Noosa Springs Drive 748‘The Palms’61 Noosa Springs Drive

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kate Cox

Sunrise Beach

Little Cove Apt 2‘Villa Nette’56 Park Road 25 Bayview Road

Sat 11am-12pm Sat, Mon & Tue 10-10.45am Sat, Mon & Tue 11-11.45am

Peregian Springs

Doonan 337 Sunrise Road 56 Duke Road 369 Duke Road

Rose Callaghan Realty - Rosemary Callaghan One Noosa - Lydia Kirn One Noosa - Lydia Kirn

Peregian Beach

Castaways Beach 47 Driftwood Drive

48 The Peninsula 46 Shipyard Circuit 22 Shipyard Circuit

Sat, April 18 Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Shane McCauley & Frank Milat

32 NOOSA TODAY | Thursday, 9 April, 2015

Sat 11-11.30am

2/20 Weyba Street, Sunshine Beach

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group

2pm onsite