Real Estate - Noosa - 04th August 2016

Noosa’s Weekly Real Estate Guide

Modern marvel

4 August, 2016

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Big on style ON offer is a chance to enjoy luxurious beachside living in a home that is stylish, functional and family-friendly.

Stunning features and finishes such as the Sesame Limestone floors and bespoke staircase add an element of deluxe architectural design to the home, but the use of robust and long-lasting materials means the entire property is childfriendly.

In fact, there is something for every family member in this home from the modern kitchen with Miele appliances and breakfast bar the home chef is sure to love to the peaceful, purpose-built library with private balcony the parents are going to adore.

The kids will jump into the sparkling, solar-heated pool or head downstairs to the games room for a movie on the big screen, or wander down to the vibrant Sunshine Beach parklands or beach.

Banks of windows, sliding doors and unique picture windows have been used throughout the home to create

a bright, welcoming space for everyone to enjoy, while an open-plan living and dining zone will become a favourite place for the family to gather and spend quality time.

The outdoor zone is an entertainer’s dream with a choice of a covered patio for alfresco dining and a sun-drenched poolside deck for cocktail parties, plus space for an outdoor kitchen next to the servery window.

There are four spacious bedrooms plus an office that could easily be used as a guest room. All the bedrooms are spread throughout the home including the luxurious master suite with walk-in wardrobe and beautiful ensuite, plus two bedrooms and a bathroom on the lower-level that could easily be used as a private guest retreat.

As well as being stylish, this home also boasts green credentials with 3.1klw solar panels, solar hot water, tinted glazing for increased energy efficiency and a 5000-litre underground water tank, plus well-established, easy-care landscaping.

home essentials ADDRESS: 20 Depper Street, Sunshine Beach PRICE: By negotiation DESCRIPTION: 4 bed, 3 bath, 2 car, pool VIEW: By appointment AGENT: Mike Hay and Rachel Sellman for Century 21 Conolly Hay Group, 0422 719 041 or 0417 624 059 20 NOOSA TODAY | Thursday, 4 August, 2016

His newest career off to a flying start FOURTH generation Noosa local Brendan Weatherill has joined the Richardson and Wrench Noosa team – and is already kicking goals, selling his first home within 16 hours of its listing.

Brendan, who went to school in Eumundi and then Coolum, has over 20 years of experience buying and selling in the local area and after recently building his own family home in Doonan, he decided to put his skills to work.

“I’m trusted, respected and connected,” Brendan said.

Brendan has developed a wide range of contacts through his career first as a chef, where he travelled the world cooking for billionaires on super yachts

and then working in over 35 restaurants throughout the Sunshine Coast region.

After he hung up his chef hat, Brendan and his business partners created and successfully ran a number of local music festivals including the Golden Days festival in Coolum and the Big Pineapple Music Festival.

“My history and local connections has helped me create a large customer base,” he said.

“I sold my first home within 16 hours and that was through word-of-mouth.”

Brendan said the current market was perfect for sellers with low stock and a desire to enjoy the beautiful sub-tropical

lifestyle pushing up prices.

Now a father of two, Brendan said he was looking forward to helping other families enjoy the enviable Noosa lifestyle and what he calls the “most picturesque place in the world”.

When he’s not busy selling property, Brendan and his family love exploring the local region and camping on Noosa’s North Shore, as well as checking out the local produce at the Noosa Famers’ Market each Sunday.

A devoted surfer and proud local, Brendan can’t wait to showcase the beautiful Noosa region from the coast to the Hinterland to Australia and the world.

Long-time local Brendan Weatherill has joined the Richardson and Wrench Noosa team.

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SPARKLING INVESTMENT

NOOSA HEADS 101/102 ‘TINGIRANA’ 25 HASTINGS STREET 2

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Lifestyle & Investment

View Monday 12:30 - 1:00pm Price $1,950,000

A fantastic two bedroom apartment with a dual key operation which means each has a beachfront suite with kitchen, dining and lounge while the studio is a spacious bedroom with kitchenette. You can rent it as a complete 2 bedroom apartment or two individual ones – the suite and studio. ɒ Unrivalled position on Noosa beachfront. ɒ Caring, well established management. Pool, gym and even a restaurant on site. ɒ Fully and delightfully furnished. ɒ Excellent income.

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

TERRIFIC HOLIDAY INCOME

NOOSA HEADS 433 ‘THE SEBEL NOOSA’

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View Saturday 12:00 - 12:30pm Auction 30 September 2016

This stylish Hastings Street resort can claim to be one of Noosa’s most elegant holiday destinations. Across from Noosa Main Beach, surrounded by world class restaurants and boutiques, guests and owners alike enjoy all the ingredients of a carefree and relaxing holiday. ɒ Top floor apartment offering views over the river. ɒ Good rental returns, tax benefits and long term capital appreciation. ɒ Newly refurbished and painted. ɒ Central Hastings Street location.

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

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SPACIOUS FAMILY HOME

NOOSA WATERS 21 SHIPYARD CIRCUIT

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View Saturday 11:00 - 11:30am Price $925,000

Situated in a highly sought after street in desirable Noosa Waters, this contemporary home presents impeccably. Thoughtfully designed, inside is timeless, with neutral tones, large separate living spaces, and room for family and friends. ɒ 5 light filled bedrooms, plus study. ɒ Private ground floor master suite. ɒ Central to the river, schools, and shops. ɒ High ceiling, inground pool and fully fenced.

Shane McCauley 0403 646 930 Gillian McCauley 0467 600 009 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa

GOLF FRONT VILLA

NOOSA SPRINGS 716 ‘THE PALMS’ NOOSA SPRINGS DVE

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Relax & Enjoy

View Saturday 10:00 - 10:30am Price Offers over $2,000,000

Substantial single level house overlooking the immaculate Noosa Springs golf course. Perfectly designed with a light, bright and airy floorplan and views to Lake Weyba. This architecturally designed home is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to live in this beautiful estate. ɒ Large single level home & sparkling in ground pool. ɒ Generous open floor plan with high soaring ceilings. ɒ Low maintenance mature landscaped gardens. ɒ Sunny entertaining areas catering for all seasons.

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

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ONE YEAR OLD AND MOVING FORWARD WITH A RUN OF RECORD SALES. THE DAVID BERNS TEAM WOULD LIKE TO THANK EVERYONE FOR THEIR GENEROUS SUPPORT.

PREMIUM RESULTS START WITH PLANNING AND A POWERFUL SELLING STRATEGY. WE CURRENTLY HAVE A LOT OF CLIENTS LOOKING FOR PROPERTIES TO BUY. WE NEED YOUR LISTING.

CALL US TODAY FOR A FREE PROPERTY APPRAISAL.

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m 0408 629 438 e david@dbrealestate com.au

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heidi woodman sales consultant

m 0419 818 418 e heidi@dbrealestate.com.au

DAVID BERNS REAL ESTATE IS THE PREMIER AGENCY REPRESENTING MANY OF NOOSA AND THE HINTERLAND’S SPECTACULAR PROPERTIES.

OUR SOLID RESULTS OF DYNAMIC SALES OF OVER $20 MILLION 24 Cocos Court, Doonan 181 Valley Drive, Doonan 17 Personia, Doonan 351 Eumundi Range Road, Eumundi 112 Valley Drive, Doonan 23 Whyandra Court, Doonan Lot 7, lot 9 lot 99 Valley Drive, Doonan 50 Jocelyn Drive, Eumundi 250 Beddington Road, Doonan 37 Tallgum , Doonan

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Key capital city markets at new high THE CoreLogic July Home Value Index results reported a 0.8 per cent rise over the month, taking capital city dwelling values 6.3 per cent higher over the first seven months of the year.

The first month of the new financial year saw another rise in capital city dwelling values, with the CoreLogic hedonic eight capital city aggregate index rising 0.8 per cent over the month to reach a record high.

“While values are still rising, four of Australia’s eight capital cities recorded a fall in dwelling values over the month,” CoreLogic head of research Tim Lawless said.

“Simultaneously, the rate of growth across the combined capitals aggregate index slipped back a notch after bouncing higher in April and May. According to the report, the annual rate of growth, which hit

a recent peak at 11.1 per cent across the combined capitals index in October last year, is now tracking at 6.1 per cent; the slowest annual rate of appreciation since September 2013.

Sydney and Melbourne have also seen the annual rate of growth slip back to below 10 per cent, with the July indices showing a respective 9.1 per cent and 7.5 per cent capital gain over the past 12 months.

Previously both Sydney and Melbourne’s capital gains peaked higher with Sydney reaching a peak rate of annual growth in July last year when dwelling values were rising by 18.4 per cent per annum, and when Melbourne values were increasing by 14.2 per cent per annum over the 12 months ending September last year.

Darwin and Perth remain as the only two capital cities to record a

negative movement in dwelling values over the past 12 months, with values in Darwin down 7.6 per cent and Perth values falling by 5.6 per cent.

July marks the 50th month of the combined capitals growth cycle, which commenced in June 2012. Over the cycle to date, capital city dwelling values have risen by 38.3 per cent.

Mr Lawless said “this demonstrates the strength in the Sydney and Melbourne growth trend with dwelling values across the two largest capitals recording a cumulative 61.3 per cent and 42.0 per cent over the cycle to date.”

Hobart, where the growth trend has recently accelerated, has been the next best performer with values rising 17.6 per cent over the growth cycle followed by Brisbane (17.4 per cent), Adelaide (14.3 per cent) and Canberra (12.4 per cent).

The Australian National University estimates that Sydney household incomes have grown by about 4.5 per cent per annum since June 2012, while dwelling values are up 12.1 per cent per annum.

“The recent moderation in the rate of capital gains should be viewed as a positive sign that growth in dwelling values may be returning to more sustainable levels. However, the growth trend rate is still tracking considerably faster than income growth resulting in a deterioration of

housing affordability,” Mr Lawless said.

“Using Sydney as a case in point, the Australian National University estimates that Sydney household incomes have grown by about 4.5 per cent per annum since June 2012 while dwelling values are up 12.1 per cent per annum.”

Building boom hits record peak as homes spring up THE Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) released building activity data last week that showed a record number of dwellings were currently under construction across the nation. According to building activity data for the March 2016 quarter, there were 25,122 houses and 29,987 units that started construction nationally over the quarter.

According to the data, house

commencements increased over the quarter in SA, Tas and NT but fell in other states such as Queensland, while for units, commencements were at record highs in NSW and Queensland and also rose in SA and the ACT over the March 2016 quarter.

Although completions had fallen, there were a record-high number of dwellings currently under construction which a

CoreLogic RP Data report said was fuelled by units which typically took longer to build than houses.

At the end of March 2016 there were 215,863 dwellings under construction nationally, 63,414 of which were houses and 152,449 which were units.

Year-on-year the number of dwellings under construction had increased by 18.6 per cent

with the number of houses under construction 5.4 per cent lower while units under construction were 32.6 per cent higher.

The number of houses under construction was well below previous peaks in all states and territories with the number under construction lower over the quarter in Queensland, WA, Tasmania and the ACT but higher elsewhere.

For units, there are currently record-high numbers of units under construction in NSW, Victoria and Queensland, which reiterates the magnitude of the current unit construction boom.

In all states and territories except WA, Tasmania and the NT the number of units under construction had increased over the quarter.

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Noosa holding its value for investors in lifestyle locations,” Mr Kusher said.

INVESTING in a Noosa unit is a winner, according to the latest data that shows more than a seven per cent increase in the median unit rent price over the past 12 months to June.

“Looking at the list for units, only three of the 25 council areas listed are located within a capital city (Hobart, Pittwater and Wyndham). NSW dominates the list with 13 regions with the number of council areas across the remaining states recorded at: six in Vic, two in Qld, one in SA, one in WA and two in Tasmania. Most of the top 25 regions listed are coastal lifestyle markets.”

The data, available through CoreLogic RP Data, shows Noosa’s median unit rent jumped 7.1 per cent to $450 per week over a 12-month period, but housing rent prices didn’t rate on the chart.

Mr Kusher said while rental rates are falling in many capital city regions, this data suggests that in mid-sized and coastal regional markets rental demand is pickingup.

Overall, combined capital city rental rates had fallen by 0.6 per cent, with falls recorded over the year in Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth and Darwin; and rental growth slowing from already low levels in most other capital cities.

“These regions have also been seeing a rise in migration over recent years, perhaps we are seeing evidence of try-before-youbuy in these regions,” he said.

While capital cities have seen a slowdown in rental growth, the list of council areas with the highest annual increases in rental rates are dominated by regional areas of the country, such as Noosa.

“With those migrating to these areas deciding to initially rent in these markets before fully committing to a purchase.

The fact that for units rents are increasing in many coastal locations is potentially reflective of the recovering markets spurred by the lower Australian dollar and subsequent improving tourism sector.”

Is it a case of try-before-you-buy that is driving up the rental prices in Noosa?

Of the 25 council areas nationally that have had the greatest increase in house rents over the past year, Manly was the only region located in a capital city to feature on the chart.

CoreLogic RP Data’s Cameron Kusher said regional areas in NSW dominated the list, accounting for 16 of the 25 council areas listed. Victoria and SA each have four council

areas listed and Queensland has one region listed, Charters Towers.

“Many of the regions listed are mid-sized regional markets with many of them located

Permanent rental or Airbnb?

WITH the exponential growth of sharingeconomy companies such as Uber and Airbnb it’s hard not to be intrigued and leave you wanting to know more.

travel, and there is the opportunity to meet

With over two million listings worldwide, Airbnb has grown into a short-term property rental juggernaut – and with around 70,000 listings in Australia alone it is easy to see why people are looking at this as an alternative to renting their properties on a permanent or long-term basis.

of offering your property for short-term

some amazing people from all around the world.

There are of course some disadvantages rentals such as taking a booking from someone you have never met, having to lock away personal or expensive items, extended vacancy periods due to being in an undesirable location and having the hassle of organising key exchanges particularly if you aren’t in the area.

But is this right for me?

There are now Airbnb property

Airbnb has some fantastic advantages.

The draw of our Noosa brand means there is the potential for significantly higher returns, owners have the ability to choose when to use the property personally, there is the ability to generate income when the property is vacant during work or holiday

management businesses popping up around Australia to assist owners in managing their Airbnb bookings. These managers do everything from listing services to key handover, guest check-in, guest check-out and arranging of cleaning contractors.

They can even provide guest reviews and gift baskets.

The fee for this service generally ranges from 12 per cent right up to 30 per cent of the gross rental income depending on the services required.

Permanent or long-term rentals require a lease agreement which are normally either 6 or 12 months. The significant advantages of offering your property as a permanent rental is that you have the stability of a weekly rental income without the seasonal factors coming into play and there is often little or no effort required from the owner.

The tenant vetting process is more thorough and your property manager generally meets the prospective tenant which adds to your piece of mind.

There is of course the disadvantage that

Should you offer your home as an Airbnb?

Our local property management expert, Patrick Sherwood, weighs up the pros and cons. you lose the flexibility to access the property for your own needs during the period of the lease and your returns may not be as high.

When you take into consideration your property's availability and in what season, location and competition, it should make your choice easier.

–PATRICK SHERWOOD

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OPEN HOMES Castaways Beach 11 Seafarer Court

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Jon Blonk & Kym de Warren

Noosa Springs Sat 11-11.30am

Doonan 175 Valley Drive

David Berns Real Estate - Heidi Woodman

Sat 9.30-10.30am

181 Valley Drive

David Berns Real Estate - David Berns

Sat 9.30-10.30am

97 Panorama Drive

David Berns Real Estate - Heidi Woodman

Sat 10.45-11.45am

79 Pheasant Lane

David Berns Real Estate - Heidi Woodman

Sat 12-1pm

23 Whyandra Close

David Berns Real Estate - David Berns

Sat 12-1pm

105 Panorama Drive

David Berns Real Estate - David Berns & Heidi Woodman

Sat 1.30-2.30pm

Eumundi 54 Panorama Drive

David Berns Real Estate - David Berns

Sat 10.45-11.45am

Marcus Beach 20-22 Tristania Drive

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Sam Walker

Sat 11-11.30am

Mount Coolum 24/23-29 Lumeah Drive

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Gavin Ryan

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Cam Goode & Jill Goode

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Jon Blonk & Kym de Warren

Sat 11-11.30am

716‘The Palms’61 Noosa Springs Drive

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Jon Blonk & Kym de Warren

Sat 10-10.30am

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Gillian McCauley & Shane McCauley

Sat 11-11.30am

Noosa Waters 21 Shipyard Circuit

Peregian Springs 8 Longwood Drive

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Gavin Ryan

Sat 10-10.30am

4 Nicklaus Way

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Gavin Ryan

Sat 10.45-11.30am

10 Peachtree Crescent

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Gavin Ryan

Sat 11.45am-12.30pm

Sunshine Beach 25 Arakoon Crescent

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Jill Goode & Cam Goode

Sat & Wed 11-11.30am

4 Kiamba Court

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Mike Hay & Rachel Sellman

Sat 12-12.30pm

5 Bryan Street

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - David Conolly

Sat 11-11.30am

60 Bryan Street

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Mike Hay

Sat 11-11.30am

16 Ross Crescent

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Diana Pound

Sat 1-1.30pm, Wed 12-12.30pm

Unit 2/9 Pilchers Gap

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Diana Pound

Sat 12-12.45pm

Unit 5/9 Pilchers Gap

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Diana Pound

Sat 12-12.45pm

2/16 Hill Street

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Lance Bussell

Sat 11-11.45am

Sat 1-2pm

Noosaville 4 Shire Drive

718‘The Palms’61 Noosa Springs Drive

Sat 10-10.30am

Weyba Downs

Noosa Heads

1a‘Weycoola’Lake Weyba Drive 7 Habitat Place

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kate Cox

‘Tingirana’25 Hastings Street

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Shane McCauley

Apt 433‘Laguna on Hastings’32 Hastings Street Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Frank Milat & Shane McCauley

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Rory Williamson & Jennifer Carr

Sat 9.30-10am

Fri & Sat 12-12.30pm Mon 12.30-1pm

auction diary

Sat 12-12.30pm

Apt 410‘Netanya’71 Hastings Street

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Frank Milat & Shane McCauley

Fri 1-1.30pm

Apt 414‘Netanya’71 Hastings Street

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Frank Milat & Shane McCauley

Fri 1-1.30pm

Apt 15‘Fairshore’41 Hastings Street

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Frank Milat & Shane McCauley

Sat 12-12.30pm

Apt 403‘Noosa Blue’16 Noosa Drive

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kate Cox

Sat 12.30-1pm

Apt 7‘Picture Point Terraces’47 Picture Point Cr

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kate Cox

Sat 10-10.30am

31 The Quarterdeck

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kate Cox

Fri & Sat 11-11.30am

433‘The Sebel Noosa’

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Shane McCauley & Frank Milat

Sat 12-12.30pm

Fri, 30th September Apt 1‘Cuvee’29 Allambi Rise, Little Cove

Richardson & Wrench Noosa

4pm In-rooms at Soitel Noosa Paciic Resort

21-29 Finley Road, Eumundi

Richardson & Wrench Noosa

4pm In-rooms at Soitel Noosa Paciic Resort

Apt 433‘Laguna on Hastings’32 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads Richardson & Wrench Noosa

4pm In-rooms at Soitel Noosa Paciic Resort

1/10 Ventura Street, Sunrise Beach

4pm In-rooms at Soitel Noosa Paciic Resort

Richardson & Wrench Noosa