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Adding timber’s warmth P20

Dressing up any space P10

Making buying easier

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Bisinella’s Clarendon call

The latest trends in carpet

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FIRE UP THE COASTAL FEEL

Inspired by winters near the beach, the Kalora Sorrento fireplace personifies heart-of-thehome thinking.

Coastal queues are evident with the Sorrento’s beachside-themed flame media encased in an expansive firebox lined with high-gloss reflective panels.

Buyers have the choice of beautiful black or the spectacular stainless steel facia.

Precisely engineered, the heater comes with a fully programmable remote control along with a four-star rating and several burn media possibilities.

Kalora’s Sorrento is available exclusively in Geelong and surrounding areas from the experts in gas log fires at ‘About’ barbeques and fireplaces, Torquay.

NO HIDDEN COSTS WITH ENSO Enso Homes provides customers with the certainty they deserve by guaranteeing fixed-site costs in all of the builder’s leading estates throughout Geelong, Torquay and the Bellarine Peninsula.

The only additional costs clients can expect are their own upgrades at Enso’s colour and electrical design studios, giving each customer complete control of their budget.

Free consultations are available by phoning Enso Homes on 5240 9300 or visiting its office at 1 Baxter Road, North Geelong.

Search #EnsoRising on social media for more insights.

Enso's display home is open at 6 Rosser Boulevard, inTorquay's Quay 2 Estate, from 11am to 5pm Saturdays and Sundays

BuildPro Geelong’s new Beachwood series of bespoke pavers are inspired by the iconic beaches of Bondi, Pyrmont, Coogee and Manly.

Made of durable porcelain with a timber look finish, they’re perfect for all outdoor purposes, such as landscaping, alfresco and pool areas.

Beachwood pavers are easy to install, offer colour durability, style, and are skid-resistant due to the structured paver-top textures.

Most importantly, they’re also extremely easy to look after!

Beachwood’s diverse range of contemporary colour, designs and sizes is on display at BuildPro Geelong’s showroom, 19 Wilray Street, Grovedale, phone 4243 9740.

Year of ‘logging off’ for decorators A yearning for domestic harmony will dictate the colour schemes of new homes around Geelong and across Australia in 2019, according to an industry expert.

The idea would be to muffle the "background noise" making households "lose touch with what’s important", said Andrea Lucena-Orr. Colours that suggested nature, stillness, simplicity and honesty, the colour expert for paint giant Dulux said.

"The first trend will reflect our desire to reconnect with nature and form a deeper understanding of our place in the world," she predicted.

"A collection of earthy neutrals, rich greens and spicy notes of cinnamon and sienna will be a cocooning palette that’s very much grounded in nature - it hints at personal growth and fresh beginnings.

"This palette will entail muted, tonal combinations that will produce a slightly off-beat vintage feel which produces a nurturing mood in a space and creates the perfect backdrop for timber, leather and unusual collectables.

The second trend involved the need for "stillness and quiet", Ms Lucena-Orr said.

A never-ending stream of information from smartphones and laptops was behind the trend, she said, reflecting a widespread desire to "log off".

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Connecting with nature and "logging off" will dictate interior colour trends for new homes this year, according to an industry expert.

Picture: Lisa Cohen “Gentle shades of mauve-grey, powdery pinks and touches of gold will create serene, calming interiors that allow us to take a

breath and tune back into our own rhythm,” she advised.

Ms Lucena-Orr also believed that soft,

light tones and subtle layering of texture could "ignite the senses and revive a tired spirit".

The third trend would entail a palette of intense, saturated hues such as deep purple, russet and aqua, offset by brown-based pinks.

"These create an elegance and theatre of a bygone era moving into a contemporary age," Ms Lucena-Orr said. “(This) palette is timeless yet thoroughly modern. Think rich colour, classic furniture and sumptuous textiles used in unexpected ways.

"For example, these colours may be set against a streamlined backdrop or styled with an industrial edge,” Ms Lucena-Orr said.

The final trend will feature clashing patterns, quirky combinations and noholds-barred - bringing with them a sense of optimism and cheer.

“Featuring striking blues, purples and shades of citrus, this palette encourages you to incorporate a playful side into your decor.

“These colours command you to be brave and experiment with unique looks in the home. They translate particularly well in the bedroom - a nurturing space that’s all about you. Paint the door, a piece of furniture or a feature nook in a bright and invigorating shade and watch the room come to life.” ● AUTUMN 2019

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Inside And Out | Dress Your Space

Lino Del Nigro and Michael Campanella at Dress Your Space.

Dressing up indoors and out SINCE breaking away from the constraints of a franchise just under a year ago, Dress Your Space has transformed into a truly independent, family owned and operated business.

That’s not to say the team hasn’t ditched over 10 years of experience in the industry.

Quite the contrary.

Michael teamed up with former colleague Lino alongside existing partners John, Lillie and Christine to create something special; applying everything they had learnt from over a decade of hands-on experience.

“We’re transitioning and evolving all the time,“ Christine Bernardo says.

“We’ve introduced an indoor range to our pre-existing outdoor range.

“The indoor range and the outdoor range are progressively growing.

“We’re always looking for new on-trend styles and constantly changing things up.“ The same excellent customer service still remains, though you’ll find more products that satisfy the demand for indoor and outdoor furniture.

Dress Your Space stocks a huge range of quality brands including Nardi, Euro Fireplaces, Instant Shade, Rug Culture and Shelta.

Leading into the colder months, Euro fireplaces offer cutting edge eco-friendly wood heating.

Euro Fireplaces offer wood savings of up to 60 per cent.

“They are quite unique because they are, as their slogan says, ’the future of wood heating’ with their low emissions,“ Christine says.

But it’s not just the home that Dress Your Space can fit out.

“We offer not only a residential, but also a commercial solution for furniture,“ Christine says.

“We’re moving into the cafe, resorts and hotels space as well.“ While other businesses can often make you wait weeks for your purchase, Dress Your Space carries its own stock.

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Some of the extensive range at Dress Your Space.

“Some retailers will say you have to wait up to eight weeks,“ Christine says.

“We carry our own stock. There are very few items we need to order in - 95 per cent of the time it’s all available now.“ Dress Your Space also encourages you to mix and match.

“You can mix and match our entire range, which not a lot of retailers will allow you to do, we are proud to offer this as a point of difference“ Christine says.

“Mix and match offer the flexibility to

make up your own unique combination to dress your space.“ However, some things remain the same, such as good old-fashioned customer service.

“Being a family owned and operated business, we’re very hands on and we pride ourselves on excellent customer service,“ Christine says.

“A lot of people like the fact that they get that personalised service. The after-service is very important for us, too.

“If there’s an issue we will make sure we do everything we can to resolve it and follow through.

“As a result, we get a lot of feedback on our great customer and after service.“ You can also browse from an extensive range of affordable custom Australian made wall prints.

To find out more, see dressyourspace. com.au, phone 5244 1720 or call in seven days a week at shop 1, 174-178 Torquay Road, Grovedale. ● GEELONG COASTnew homes&land

New Communities | Villawood‘s Coridale Estate

Best of both worlds at Coridale LARA will soon host a new community, Coridale, with a multi-million resort-style residents’ club and signature award-winning features by Australia’s leading developer.

The Villawood Properties project, bordered by O’Hallorans and Windermere roads, will build more than 1150 premium residential homes in the rapidly-growing Lara West precinct.

Villawood, with 20 industry awards for its cutting-edge communities, is powerfully community-driven and environmentallyfocussed with its projects.

Coridale will feature stunning landscaping, parks, tracks, plantings and events in addition to its residential hub, making the community the showcase of Lara’s new housing projects.

Villawood executive director Rory Costelloe says Coridale offers the best of rural and city life, with proximity to services, transport, shopping, health, education, sports and entertainment.

“It also has schools, medical centres, a new shopping centre, sports grounds, a hotel and numerous sports clubs,” he says.

“And Coridale is less than 20 minutes from Geelong and its CBD.” Coridale is setting new standards in Lara, especially with the estate’s residents’ club, Mr Costelloe says.

“It will give the new community a real people focus. It will be a great place for parents and kids to make new friends, socialise, play, and keep fit and healthy.

Coridale will suit “people who have pride in their own property and who care for their neighbours”, Mr Costelloe says.

“Villawood is all about building sustainable communities and our primary focus is making sure people live in a place where they really want to be.”

Villawood's new Coridale estate will have the best of both worlds, between the bush and the city at Lara.

Just down the road, Serendip Sanctuary is home to 150 species of birds and native animals including emus, tawny frogmouths and eastern grey kangaroos.

Also nearby is spectacular You Yangs

Regional Park, featuring 50km of tracks through wild eucalyptus bushland and breathtaking views.

Lara also offers proximity and accessibility to the major employment

hubs of western and inner-Melbourne thanks to strategic transport infrastructure across road, rail, port and domestic and international air. ●

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Local Builders | Enso Homes

Enso Homes make a statement in any street.

Enso setting standards in building ENSO Homes is all about customer service and making the experience of building a new home as easy and as enjoyable as possible.

“We are setting our own standard of service within the building industry, with the focus on consistency throughout the whole process from initial contact to post hand over,” sales manager Joanne Fourna says.

“We believe our customers should be spoiled and obsessed over during the whole process, which is evident from the moment a customer approaches our head office car park for their first meeting, right through to the experiences they will enjoy at different stages of their journey. “ As well as setting a new standard in customer service, Enso’s unique sales process is constantly praised by customers as being an area that sets them apart from the volume builders.

As a non-commission based sales team and a low-volume builder, Enso is able to spend the necessary time with its customers, guiding and advising on the best possible designs, options and solutions.

“This ensures that our customers feel in control of their design and budget,” Joanne says.

“We are not about ‘upselling’, we have a very honest approach in our meetings, advising customers on practicalities as opposed to luxuries and offering suggestions on areas where costs can be saved.”

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budget allowing fully fixed sales quotes to be provided.

“With our sales consultants’ unique skill set, they are able to provide answers to all types of design and construction questions on the spot, without having to refer to other departments,” Joanne says.

“We feel this makes the sales process effortless, easy and provides confidence to our customers.

“We provide fixed sales quotes to all of our customers with pricing held for 12 months from deposit date, offering our customers a level of certainty and peace of mind” To further enhance the service experience, Enso homes does not pass customers onto different departments as their file progresses closer to site start. The same point of contact is maintained from sales to site start.

“We have a seamless sales to site start process,” Joanne says.

“Our clients will only ever deal with one point of contact. Their sales consultant will see them through their pre-site journey, maintaining the relationship built and ensuring a consistent level of communication throughout.”

After all, Enso Homes mantra: Marrying design with affordability - pretty much sums it up.

“At Enso, we are always striving to pair the very best quality designs with truly outstanding customer service, but also with a focus on delivering everything at an affordable price,” Joanne says.

The best way for customers to enquire about their dream home is to fill in the newly developed enquiry form at ensohomes.com. au/#consultation-form or give the team a call on 5240 9300. ●

Enso Homes make a statement in any street.

Stylish interiors are a feature with Enso Homes.

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Trading Places | Crichton Removals

Crichton our five-star removalist AS far as reputations are concerned then few businesses stack up to Crichton Removals.

With five-star ratings from across the board on social media, it’s the public that gives Crichton Removals the big thumbs up.

Based in North Geelong, Crichton Removals is an award-winning furniture removalist business and industry leader with a reputation for providing customers with outstanding service at an affordable price.

Crichton Removals was established in the late 1960s by Peter and Shirley Crichton, and rapidly expanded with numerous trucks and its own storage warehouse.

In 2003, Daryl and Marie Pagan became Crichton Removal’s owner operators bringing with them more than 25 years of business experience in the food-service industry and a culture of exceptional customer service—an important trait that inspires confidence for many customers who return to use Crichton Removals’ services again and again.

In December last year, Brett Buchanan took over and brought with him a wealth of knowledge from several other successful business ventures including the food industry business, indoor sports and transport.

Crichton Removals has grown into an award-winning business and industry leader with a reputation for providing customers with outstanding services at affordable prices, as demonstrated by many customer testimonials and back-to-back Australian Achiever Awards for excellence in customer service.

Crichton Removals’ staff take pride in making sure your precious belongings are moved with the upmost of care and respect.

They have a reputation for being friendly, reliable, honest, trustworthy, polite, respectful, and most importantly, highly skilled.

Staff undergo a stringent selection processes, undertake an extensive induction and are trained in safe handling processes, OH&S and customer service on an ongoing basis.

In other words, your belongings could not be in better hands.

Crichton Removalists offers more than just removal services.

They do storage services - both short and long term for any size - and sell packaging material supplies - save money by packing your belongings yourself with a range of competitively priced supplies, including standard tea chest cartons, book/ wine cartons, portable wardrobes, tape, bubblewrap and paper.

Crichton Removals can arrange to have your requirements delivered to your home when they are in your area, and bill you for the materials on your moving day.

Pre-packing service is also offered.

Have your possessions professionally packed by the qualified staff to reduce your work load.

No removal is too big or small. From grand pianos and billiard tables to a whole household or a small move, there is no minimum charge like some other companies.

Many companies charge a four-hour minimum, but not Crichton Removals.

They will only charge for the time taken to perform your relocation.

Check out Crichton Removals website at crichtonremovals.com.au.

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New Communities | Clarendon Park Estate

Find the space and lifestyle to raise a family at Bisinella's new

Estate offers best of Bellarine RESIDENTS who build in the Clarendon Park Estate, Drysdale, will be able to enjoy the luxury of having the beautiful Bellarine Peninsula at their doorstep, with the convenience of the Geelong CBD only a short drive away.

Clarendon Park Estate Drysdale is Bisinella Developments’ new 36-lot residential development located in Drysdale, a small township of approximately 4500 people nestled in the middle of the Bellarine Peninsula.

Land in the Clarendon Park Estate Drysdale is now for sale with lots ranging in size from 343m2 to 1059m2.

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Bisinella’s Director Richard Bisinella said that Clarendon Park Estate Drysdale will provide residents with the “opportunity to enjoy the rural charm of this quaint town and a relaxed lifestyle away from the city, but with all of the amenities they may need at their fingertips”.

Bisinella’s new estate is adjacent to the already established Central Walk residential estate.

Located 1.2km from the Drysdale town centre, nearby amenities include a range of schools and pre-schools, sports and recreation, shopping and medical facilities.

And if you need to go into Geelong it’s

only a 20 minute drive away.

Clarendon Park Estate Drysdale has a relaxed country vibe with a creek running through the estate and a walking trail which takes you right into the heart of Drysdale.

The estate also provides easy access for exploring the rest of the Bellarine Peninsula, which is known for its quaint seaside towns, picturesque wineries and fresh seasonal produce.

Clarendon Park Estate Drysdale is approximately five minutes by car from the Drysdale township, including High Street (cafes, butcher, florist, newsagency, homewares).

The Drysdale Village Shopping Centre (including Woolworths), Drysdale Village Medical Centre, Coles and Aldi supermarkets and a range of schools, are also only a short drive away.

Clarendon Park Estate Drysdale is a seven minute drive to the Clifton Springs boat ramp, 17 minutes to the Ocean Grove surf beach and 15 minutes to Queenscliff and Portarlington.

For more information about Clarendon Park Estate Drysdale or any other Bisinella estate, contact the Bisinella sales office on 5274 1643. ● GEELONG COASTnew homes&land

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Talking Points | Bespoke Timber Design

A striking Bespoke Timber Design creation.

Custom timber pieces add quality WHEN you purchase from Bespoke Timber Design, you are buying a custom made, high quality and unique addition to your home or business.

Bespoke Timber Design was started by Geelong local Ben Zanker, who developed a passion for timber and joinery early in life.

Ben has a passion for sustainable living, which drives his desire to create environmentally sustainable handcrafted furniture for clients who share this passion.

Sustainably sourced timber and manufacturing is important to Ben, which is why he predominately works with locally source reclaimed timber.

“I’m drawn to the individuality of each piece,” Ben explains.

“Our focus is creating unique one-off pieces based on client briefs and allowing the natural feature of the timber to be the focus.”

Bespoke Timber Design is committed to creating furniture that reflects the needs and desires of each client.

Ben strives to create unique pieces of furniture that always exceed client expectations.

Ben uses both traditional and modern joinery techniques to create high quality, functional pieces that withstand the test of time.

Every piece by Bespoke Timber Design is completed with high quality natural finishes that can be easily maintained, ensuring that the piece will become an heirloom in years to come.

“The end result is the key - tailoring each piece to the client’s demands,” Ben says.

Ben considers the design process extremely important.

He works with every client to ensure pieces are received as intended.

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Ben can begin the design process from a photograph or a sketch, or even a verbal description.

He communicates with clients as often as required until each project is completed with the highest quality.

“There’s nothing like seeing the reaction when a piece is handed over to its new owner,” Ben says.

And it’s not just the home that is expertly catered for. An office, cafe, bar or restaurant is immediately made more inviting with a Bespoke Timber Design product on show.

Local businesses that have a Bespoke Timber Design piece in use include Scotchman's Hill, Leopold's Noble Foods and Warralily's Cockatoo Cafe.

All of Bespoke Timber Design work is custom made in Geelong using locally sourced materials.

Sustainable Australian native timber is always used where possible, such as messmate, blackbutt and stringybark. All of these timbers have beautiful character, feature and usability, and are sustainably sourced.

The combination of unique timber, tailored design and quality craftsmanship makes every Bespoke Timber Design piece truly unique.

All of Ben’s work is guaranteed, leaving the customer with absolute peace of mind.

Check out bespoketimberdesign.com.au or make an appointment at 0423-643 548 or ben@bespoketimberdesign.com.au.

Bespoke Timber Design is located at 6 Raptor Place, South Geelong, with its showroom open from 8am to 4pm Monday to Friday or by appointment after hours and on weekends. ●

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Helping Buyers | Ninedots Consulting

Ninedots can make the new-build process child's play.

Ninedots making building easy SOME aspects of building a home can feel unfamiliar and overwhelming.

Most buyers begin by looking for a block of land, visiting a display home or choosing a floorplan. While all these steps become important in time, they aren’t ideal places to start.

With so much to consider, it’s important to first find a team of experts to provide the right advice and skills for the build journey ahead.

Buyers with the right team can save enormous amounts of time and money while reducing stress as much as possible.

Many home-buyers learn quickly that they require conveyancing services to help with land settlement. However, many don’t understand the importance of and strategy to, finding the right conveyancing professional.

When it comes to signing important, legally binding contracts for a purchase, buyers need to understand the legal jargon so they can understand to what they are agreeing. Two types of conveyancing professionals can assist with this: a real estate conveyancer and a solicitor who specialises in conveyancing.

Real estate conveyancers are not lawyers but specialise in property, so they have extensive knowledge about the industry.

Conveyancers generally charge less than solicitors, who in contrast have extensive general knowledge of the law, which may be beneficial to instances of any legal issues outside of the conveyancing process.

Buyers should choose solicitors who specialise in property conveyancing.

The reputation and character of selected professional is also very important. They must provide timely, clear communication in particular.

Securing the right finance is also key aspect to building a new home.

Depending on personal situations and lending histories, buyers may wish to approach a bank directly or speak with a mortgage broker.

Speaking with a broker can help expose a variety of lending options. Although all brokers operate on the same philosophy, the service offered can vary significantly, so it’s vital that buyers do their homework.

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Ninedots Consulting's Marc Logan, Rebecca Hall and Steve Hall.

The best mortgage brokers have access to an extensive panel of lenders and ideally specialise in construction finance.

The broker should also have in-depth understanding of lender and builder requirements because delays and penalties are common traps for buyers who arrange their finance through unspecialised lenders.

Anyone unsure about finding the right conveyancing professional and mortgage broker should consider partnering with a build advocate from the beginning to achieve the best outcome.

A build advocate is an industry professional who supports buyers and investors through the new-build process.

Geelong’s Rebecca and Steven Hall pioneered the build advocate concept with the successful launch of Ninedots Consulting in 2013.

Ninedots was established to help buyers expertly navigate the build process with ease. The business has since been the

strength behind many successful new builds across Geelong.

From support with sourcing and engaging a professional team to finding the ideal block of land, sourcing the best-fit builder, and project-managing the build through to completion, Ninedots supports clients every step of the way with unparalleled expertise and ongoing guidance.

Whether it’s a volume-build design, a partial or fully customised home, or single or multiple townhouses or units, Ninedots takes the stress and unknown out of the process to save clients time and money while delivering an optimal build outcome.

“We help clients to find their best fit builder while negotiating on their behalf across the areas of pricing, inclusions and contract conditions,” Rebecca says.

“Our project management includes weekly contact with builders and fortnightly site inspections providing clients with the

ultimate peace of mind allowing them to enjoy their build experience” Although frequently assisting time-poor professionals, Ninedots has been structured to ensure support is affordable and accessible for first-home buyers and others on tight budgets.

“For a stress-free, enjoyable build experience, build your team before you start building your home,” Rebecca says.

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Local Builders | Pivot Homes

Pivot in Vogue with new collection ONE of Geelong’s most awarded Custom Design and Construction Companies is breaking new ground by releasing its much awaited Vogue Collection of affordable, stylish, energy efficient homes.

Pivot Homes was established in 1989 and is thrilled to introduce its Vogue Collection.

Sales manager Peter Hall says the HIA Awards for Best Display Home and Best Custom Home is a great honour for the Pivot team.

“It’s always nice to be acknowledged by your peers in the industry by the Housing Industry Association of Victoria”, he says.

“However, our new ‘Vogue Collection’ is something we are very excited about.

This range of smaller, pre-designed homes, ranging in size from 20sq to 24sq, combines everything Pivot Homes is known for.

“The challenge we set ourselves was to create a new concept in home design making premium domestic architecture more accessible and affordable.

“Our Vogue Collection was not designed like mass produced volume homes that typically look like hundreds if not thousands of other mainstream homes.”

That same feel you get when you walk into our Unity Drive Display Home is the same feel you can expect when you walk into any one of our Vogue Collection homes, Peter says.

Passive design principles including double glazing, high performance wall and ceiling insulation, rainwater tank, ceiling fans and low voltage LED lighting were incorporated to maximise liveability while reducing your energy bills.

“Our homes include a list of premium inclusions at no extra cost to you,” Peter says.

“Inclusions such as raked ceilings, polished concrete floors, 2550mm high ceilings that are square set, bespoke spotted gum timber feature posts, frameless showers plus more are all standard”.

The Vogue Collection pricing is expected to range from $320,000 to $400,000 mark.

You can see most of the finishes at the Pivot Homes Unity Drive display, in Villawood’s Armstrong estate, or you can visit the company's website, pivothomes. com. ●

Pivot's sun-kissed Mount Duneed display features the type of design flair buyers can expect from the award-winning company's Vogue Collection.

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Fabulous Finance | Bank of Melbourne

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Bank helps cultural diversity BANK of Melbourne has been making a difference to local communities all over Victoria since it re-launched as Victoria’s local bank in 2011.

From homework clubs that help students stay on track in school to helping a family of Syrian refugees settle in Geelong, the local teams build relationships so the bank can provide support where it counts.

The Bank of Melbourne team in Geelong is proud to work with not-for-profit community organisation Diversitat to support its clients as they make the region home.

Diversitat supports more than 70,000 new arrivals to Victoria with services like refugee settlement, asylum seeker assistance, financial counselling and accredited training.

Through its Geelong and Colac offices, Diversitat has helped create a thriving multicultural community in the Bellarine Peninsula since 1976.

Bank of Melbourne regional executive Brendan Grenfell says his team loves to support the local community.

“Bank of Melbourne supports our customers and communities in the Geelong region to thrive. We were delighted to support the 2019 Pako Festa as a celebration of multiculturalism in Geelong and we love working with Diversitat to help new arrivals to Victoria establish their lives here,” Mr Grenfell says.

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mobile number.”

Diversitat chief Michael Martinez sees how its programs support families every day.

“Together, we can make a difference to hundreds of families as they settle in to our vibrant community, and make the most of living in this thriving part of Victoria.

It might be providing financial literacy programs with Bank of Melbourne’s help, or guiding families as the kids settle into a local school”, Mr Martinez says.

With Victoria’s population among the most culturally diverse in Australia, Bank of Melbourne has a dedicated Migrant and Multicultural Banking team that supports customers as they build their lives here.

More than half of Bank of Melbourne’s 1200 staff speak more than one language. Like a quarter of Victorians, many are migrants themselves.

The bank’s local executive team and advisory board are complemented by a Multicultural Business Advisory Council of business leaders with experience in local and overseas markets. Longstanding council members Jason Yeap and Jenny McGregor were recently joined on the Council by Hall & Wilcox Partner Eugene Chen and Harcourts Victoria property management chief Victoria Sadhana Smiles.

Bank of Melbourne Chief Executive Michelle Winzer says the refreshed council shows a commitment to building long-term relationships with diverse communities.

“For Bank of Melbourne, having diverse points of view is an integral part of the way we do business. To serve the local community, our team needs to reflect the thriving multiculturalism that Victoria is famous for”, Ms Winzer says. ●

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Winter Warmth | About Barbecues & Fireplaces

Beat winter's chill with a gas fire heater from about barbeques & fireplaces.

All about gas and wood heating GAS and wood heating specialists Bruce Dargavel and Michael Craft have the expertise to beat the cold as winter approaches.

The owners of about barbeques & fireplaces stock a huge range of local and international heaters to keep Geelong homes cosy and warm.

“We only stock and represent highquality brands and all our gas log fires are a minimum foru-star rated,” Bruce says.

“We support brands that are both made in Melbourne and from around the world.

“We have a large range of European wood fires and all of our brands exceed current emissions standards.”

Bruce encourages home builders to bring in their plans, so he and Michael can use their combined 60 years’ experience to find the best option.

They are specialists in new-home work and customers can email their plans or visit the showroom for tailor-made heating solutions.

“We work with you and your builder to get things right,” Bruce says.

“Get the right advice before construction starts. We offer smart tips to help cut down the ever-increasing running costs of heating a home.”

About are exclusive dealers of Kalora gas heaters that can go in virtually any area of a room thanks to their innovative fluing systems.

“No longer are you limited to a heater only being installed on an external wall,” Bruce says.

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“This allows you to install the heater virtually anywhere and in turn will dramatically increase the impact that a gas log fire has to your room.”

About barbeques & fireplaces also has outdoor heating covered for the cold season.

“Don’t forget to think about an alfresco heater so you can enjoy your barqeque or outdoor kitchen in winter,” he says.

“We have a large range of electric flamelook heaters.”

And, as their store name suggests, Bruce and Mike are experts in barbequing too.

“For all things outdoor cooking call in and discuss what is possible for your backyard!” Bruce says The store has a huge range of highquality products to sizzle a snag or flame grill a burger in the great outdoors.

“Sure, you can purchase a more popular brand of fire or barbeque, but at about you purchase the best,” Bruce says.

“We strive to treat all our customers with respect, have fun and teach them why we recommend what we recommend. Plus we teach you how to cook an awesome barbeque!”

The Torquay store stocks the best builtin BBQs, mobile trolleys, ceramic low and slows, spit roasts and kettles.

“The sales guys are trained in all aspects of getting the most out of your preferred barbeque method,” Bruce says.

About barbeques & fireplaces is open 9am to 5pm weekdays and 10am to 3pm weekends at 31 Baines Cres, Torquay. ●

Heating specialists Michael Craft and Bruce Dargavel have the right solution for every home.

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Timber | Premium Oak | Arctic White

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Fabulous Floors | Carpet Court

Darren Palmer has great ideas for getting the most out of the warmth and comfort of carpet.

Dream styling with Carpet Court WITH the temperature dropping, there’s no better time to warm up your home with the season’s latest looks.

According to Carpet Court’s style ambassador Darren Palmer, one of the hottest interior trends for 2019 is botanics.

The botanical look is one that translates particularly well to Australian homes, says Darren.

“We’re passionate about indoor-outdoor living in Australia, and this trend is all about bringing nature inside. The result is a fresh, relaxed look that’s easy to love.”

“A pale timber floor with cool undertones such as Carpet Court’s Premium Oak in Arctic White creates a soft, easy-to-livewith foundation for this look, and contrasts beautifully with its rich, forest greens. Or, for a sumptuous feel underfoot, opt for carpet Carpet Court’s Wayfarer two-tone textured loop pile carpet gives you the rustic look of woven sisal, but with the softness of wool.”

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such as a forest-green velvet sofa. Then, add in shelves and accessories in woven rattan and blonde timber, white plantation shutters from Carpet Court and plenty of greenery.

"Finish off with touches of gold for a modern-luxe feel.”

The beauty of today’s flooring, says Darren, is the vast amount of choices.

“If you haven’t shopped for flooring in a while, you’ll be amazed at what’s available now. There really is something for every style, budget and home set-up."

With so many options, the first step is to consider how you’ll use the space, Darren advises.

“Do you need something hardwearing, easy to clean, ultra-luxurious, or able to cope with the demands of children and pets? Once you’ve narrowed down your requirements, it’s time for the fun part - choosing a flooring style that will completely transform the look of your room and home.”●

Darren Palmer’s flooring style tips • Family friendly: if you have a children or pets, a level loop-pile carpet in a mid-tone neutral with some flecks of colour will be the most hardwearing and forgiving.

• Grab a sample: carpet and hard flooring colours will look different from the showroom once you get them home. To work out whether a colour or timber finish is right for your interior, take a large sample home (Carpet Court has samples measuring one square metre), and look at it at different times of day and under various light conditions.

• Consider your options: love the look of timber but want something lowmaintenance and more affordable?

Why not consider timber-look vinyl or laminate planks, which give you the appearance of real wood for less and can often be used in wet rooms such as bathrooms too.

Stop into Geelong Carpet Court to discuss your flooring needs and view the full Carpet Court range or visit carpetcourt.com.au for more trends and inspiration.

Find Carpet Court on social media at facebook.com/CarpetCourt and on Instagram at carpetcourtau.

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Finding Finance | Regional Conveyancing

The Regional Conveyancing team of Christine Angela, Amy Smith, Murray Grills, Shae Wiggs and Amber Field have embraced an exciting new approach in their industry.

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digitally stored in the work space; multiple updates on your phone as the file proceeds toward settlement; and immediate distribution of the funds from a sale on settlement.

flat rate fee for a standard conveyancing transactions.

All clients are provided with a copy of the costs disclosure outlining any additional fees should they arise.

So why choose Regional Conveyancing?

Staff support Regional Conveyancing has supportive staff who know what to do when unexpected circumstances arise.

We have a knowledgeable and dedicated team, and our clients can be assured that their requests will be acted on quickly and professionally.

We get really strong feedback from our clients because we get a really positive and strong outcome for them.

Conveyancing knowledge Having two licensed conveyancers in one company is a great asset, one that Regional Conveyancing is proud to have.

As licensed conveyancers we have to know every aspect of conveyancing from start to finish.

Experience Within Regional Conveyancing, there is more than 20 years of conveyancing experience.

Our team are committed to ongoing training, to ensure that they are familiar with the latest updates in this rapidly-changing industry.

Fixed conveyancing fees We take pride in providing a fixed or

Who are the people at Regional Conveyancing?

Murray Grills - Director and Business Consultant Murray established Grills and Co, which morphed into Regional Conveyancing in March 2013, bringing more than two decades of experience to the business. His background in teaching proves effective in building business links and creating a refreshing and educational nature to each transaction.

Amber Field - Business Manager and Conveyancer Amber moved from Lake Macquarie in 2011 for career change. After several years within Commonwealth Bank’s contact centre, Amber moved into fashion retail, where her management skills grew rapidly.

Fast forward a few years, a chance encounter with Murray, and the seed was planted for the business that is now Regional Conveyancing. Amber is a licenced conveyancer, and also proudly manages aspects of the business from client liaison, recruitment, through to our online presence.

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• FOR the team at Regional Conveyancing our job is not about paperwork; it’s about homes and people.

At our company the direction is toward the cloud, the digital and electronic cloud that is, the new medium for conveyancing.

To create the environment for this exciting new approach, Regional Conveyancing has established a strong team that is connected to this new development in the industry.

Titles are now a digital signature in a network of electronic signals.

Leading the way, we have engaged new conveyancing software along with the digital platform of Property Exchange Australia (PEXA).

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before the birth of their twin girls. With a background in contact centres with the likes of ANZ and Medibank, the negotiation tools came in handy with the kids, and the ability to remain calm under pressure is a true asset to our team. Amy leads the support team assisting with client liaison and administration duties.

Christine Angela - Client Liaison Specialist In 2011, Christine made the move from her hometown, Jakarta to Geelong, to begin her tertiary studies.

Upon completion of her degree, Christine started work at Regional Conveyancing as a settlement clerk.

She will ensure your settlement is as smooth as possible and is always ready to assist any way she can.

Shae Wiggs - Client Liaison Specialist Shae has an extensive background in customer service and administration, thanks to many years with Coles, and several years working with a mortgage broker. Shae assists the conveyancers as part of our support team, and her collected nature provides reassurance with all enquiries that come across her desk.

Regional Conveyancing leads the way with digital mediums, has a team supporting each transaction and is fully-insured under the professional indemnity scheme.

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Great Indoors | Tulip Kitchens and Designs

Get the edge with Tulip’s designs

The high standard of quality is eveident in the products of Tulip Kitchens and Designs.

The business also offers total project management of renovations, including a full tradesmen package that covers all required trades. The package benefits clients with an allocated project manager, making renovations stress-free from start to finish.

All the tradesmen are fully insured and qualified and have been working together

for over a decade, so they communicate on a daily basis to keeping each other informed and minimise project interruptions.

Tulip Kitchens and Designs is an active member of the Cabinet Makers and Designers Association (CMDA). Tulip abides by all terms and conditions of the association’s professional code of conduct,

which includes quality standards and workmanship, while also offering a sevenyear warranty on all its work.

Tulip Kitchens and Designs is also a proud member of the Independent Cabinet Makers Geelong (ICM Geelong) and makes use of the Dynamic Space design concept when creating custom cabinetry and feature furniture. ●

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TULIP Kitchens and Designs is an Australian-made and locally owned company proudly operating from the Bellarine Peninsula.

Originally established in 1993 in the Netherlands, Tulip's 25 years in the industry gives the business the expertise to manage all facets of the design and manufacture, allowing installation of high-quality cabinetry in new and existing homes.

Clients’ ideas drive Tulip’s work during an in-house design brief in which concepts for cabinetry are developed to create the right layout and style.

The team offers exemplary, unlimited personal service to ensure clients are happy with the design direction and final installation. ulip Kitchens and Designs uses the best materials available to ensure high-quality work to last the lifetime of homes.

All the cabinetry is made from strong, moisture-resistant particle board, MDF, veneer or sustainably harvested timber certified by the Forest Stewardship Council.

Clients get to select their preferred finishes including laminate, thermolaminated vinyl, acrylic, veneer, hand paint and two-pac lacquer.

Tulip’s selection of benchtops includes high-pressure laminate, reconstituted stone, granite, marble, porcelain, stainless steel, glass, veneer and solid timber.

Since hardware is critical to quality cabinetry, the company partners with Blum for all lift, hinge and pull-out systems, all fitted with Blumotion soft-close technique.

Vauth Sagel is Tulip’s preferred supplier of bin and storage systems.

Both Blum and Vauth Sagel offers lifetime warranties, so the the quality of Tulip Kitchens and Designs is evident at first glance.

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New Communities | Lifestyle Ocean Grove

A concept drawing showing the luxuries on offer at the under-construction Lifestyle Ocean Grove.

Luxury Lifestyle at Ocean Grove just 950 metres from the community.

The shopping centre will include a Woolworths, Aldi, Dan Murphy's and medical centre with completion expected in November 2019.

Civil works at Lifestyle Ocean Grove are taking shape, with the community's grand entrance set to impress with Norfolk Island pines and beautiful coastal landscaping.

Construction of more than 66 homes is already underway for Stage One. Each home is designed for lowmaintenance living and features

Move in sooner and live like you’re on holiday all year round.

contemporary fixtures and modern conveniences as standard, including stone benchtops, stainless steel appliances, heated towel rails and reverse-cycle split-system heating and cooling.

With completion expected December 2018, the Aqua Club is designed to make the most of coastal living, featuring a kitchen fit for entertaining, sun loungers and an outdoor swimming pool.

The multi-million-dollar clubhouse is also under construction and will be an inviting place for homeowners to gather with friends

or simply to find a quiet nook to enjoy time to yourself.

Once complete, the clubhouse will boast resort-style facilities including an indoor heated swimming pool, billiards room, cinema, croquet court, bowling green and a fully equipped fitness centre.

Lifestyle Ocean Grove display homes are open for viewing, so book your tour now to experience the best in low-maintenance luxury living at Lifestyle Ocean Grove.

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A new over 50's community from Lifestyle Communities, the award-winning experts in affordable resort-style living, is currently under construction.

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Local Suppliers | Buildpro

Buildpro stocks Krause Bricks, which have featured in striking designs such as this at Monash University.

The local building supplies pros WITH a combined working history spanning more than half a century in the building industry, Arja and Ari Suomalainen know how to bring homes to life with unique materials.

The couple have recently introduced Outback Sleepers into their already extensive range of building and landscaping supplies at Buildpro Geelong.

The durable concrete sleepers are perfect for outdoor areas requiring a heavy-duty solution where other products are just not suitable, Arja says.

“You can get the timber look without the timber issues, and smooth and textured sleepers are also available for a really nice, clean finish.”

Already the sleepers, which are engineered to stack up to 4m high, are proving popular among home builders along the Surf Coast , Arja says.

Also new to Buildpro, is a new range of porcelain pavers inspired by the beaches of Sydney.

While made from durable porcelain, the pavers actually look like wood, Arja explains.

The pavers are the “ideal look for our coastal location” and perfect for pools, entertainment areas, walkways and stepping stones, she says.

They have already caught the eye of several developers browsing the store, Arja says.

“They’re just stunning! I haven’t been as excited about a product as I am about these.”The tiles are available in three sizes and four colours and are on display at Buildpro’s Grovedale store.

Buildpro has also added the multi-awardwinning Krause Bricks to its range.

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spanning 70 years, Krause Bricks has a variety of textures and colours to suit walls of all types.

When it comes to cleaning and sealing brickwork and paving, Buildpro stocks GuardIt’s environmentally-friendly and safe range of cleaners and sealers, including Green Acid Replacement.

Green Acid Replacement is a safe alternative to harsh acids in the removal of cement and mortar residue from a range of building materials, Arja explains.

“We’re also local suppliers of Solutions Sealants and Mapei adhesives and grouts,“ she says.

Buildpro Geelong has all your decking, cladding and screening needs covered with NewTechWood’s composite range made from 95 per cent recycled materials, including high-grade plastic and reclaimed wood fibres.

The product has a 25-year limited warranty and is low maintenance, requiring no oiling or painting.

Arja and Ari opened their Grovedale store, Geelong’s first Buildpro franchise, with co-owner David Hazle last June.

Ari was an architectural draftsman and brick sales manager for 30 years before joining Buildpro, while Arja had worked in the local building industry for 23 years.

“Buildpro are probably the most professional building and landscape supplier that I’ve ever seen and worked with,” Ari says.

“They’ve got great buying power and an excellent supplier network.”

The one-stop-shop for landscaping and building supplies is open 8am to 5pm Monday to Thursday, 8am to 4.30pm on Friday and 9.30am to 12pm on Saturday. ●

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Our mission is to ensure that the entire process, from start to finish, is easy, professional and free of complications. We’ll find the best product that fulfils your needs and will provide professional installation services as well.

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Hot in the Kitchen | Chefs Essentials

Every kitchen covered GEELONG-OWNED kitchenware retailer Chefs Essentials is dedicated to providing ‘cookery for every kitchen.’

Showcasing the most extensive kitchenware supplies across the region, Chefs Essentials are the home for all your kitchen needs.

Founded in Geelong in 1999, the family behind the business have been leading the way for almost 20 years.

Stocking a variety of professional grade commercial kitchen tools, appliances and utensils, Chefs Essentials will put you in the right direction to complete any culinary task.

The wide range at Chefs Essentials includes all the big brand names you know and love such as Magimix, Wusthof and Esteele.

Chefs Essentials provide great quality cookware based on your budget, along with the best possible service.

The staff at Chefs Essentials love getting in the kitchen, too, so you can trust them to give you the right advice suited to your particular needs.

Chefs Essentials believe in great chefs, happy staff and family fun. Whether you’re a professional cook or if you just like creating treats on weekends, Chefs Essentials have everything you need to bring your meals to life.

Come and get some new inspiration in the kitchen today by visiting Chefs Essentials.

Chefs Essentials is at 138 Ryrie St, Geelong, phone 5229 9923. ●

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