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Krown-ing glory Musician and poet, Wol Riak, is using his experiences from South Sudan to fight a war of words. The 19 year old from Tarneit, who arrived in Australia eight years ago, will next month compete in the Hobsons Bay heat of the Australian Poetry Slam. “I do music and I write a lot of lyrics and I just thought I would do it to portray some of my lyrics that I have not put to music,” said Riak, who performs as Krown. “I try to portray ghetto stories in my own sort of way. “I mix what I’ve seen in my background with modern imagery.” Performing writers will have two minutes at the mic and five random audience members are chosen as judges. There are 50 heats Australia-wide, with the best poet from each state going to the national finals for a chance to win an $11,000 prize pack. Hobsons Bay hasn’t hosted a heat in eight years. It will be held at Newport Community Hub on August 11 from 6-8.45pm. No bookings are necessary and people are encouraged to just turn up. Goya Dmytryshchak
Childcare plan blow out By Benjamin Millar The cost of redeveloping a demolished West Footscray childcare centre has blown out to almost $6 million – close to three times the initial project budget. The redeveloped Church Street Children’s Centre was originally due to be operating by the start of this year at a cost of less than $2 million, until builders discovered “serious structural design issues” in mid-2016 that halted works.
A concept plan has now been developed for Maribyrnong council by Four18 Architecture, detailing a new two-storey, 87-space centre to be built on the site. Plans include one 33-place room, one 22-place room and two 16-place rooms. A cost estimate for the plans indicates a total sum of close to $5 million (excluding GST) to design, construct and fit-out the new facility, on top of more than $450,000 already spent on design, technical advice, demolition and early site works.
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The project would be partly funded from the sale of the now-closed Empire Street Early Learning Centre property. An officer’s report due to be considered at last night’s council meeting notes costs could yet blow out by a further $700,000, as the builder appointed to the original project is still under contract. “The option of seeking a ministerial exemption from having to re-tender the works is being fully explored,” the report notes.
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A report to the council in February had indicated a new centre could be built on the site for between $3.8 and $4.4 million. Councillors were on Tuesday night asked to endorse the concept plan and the development of a detailed design that would then be subject to a planning permit application. “If the application is approved it is anticipated that the design will be completed by December, 2017, and construction and fit-out completed in readiness for opening in 2019,” the report states.
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Mayor answers claims about $1 land deal Hobsons Bay’s mayor has defended the council’s decision not to buy a large parcel of Mobil land for a sports centre, saying it would have cost a lot more than the purported offer of $1. As revealed by Star Weekly, negotiations to build a Hobsons Bay sports centre on 16.7 hectares at the corner of Maddox and Kororoit Creek roads fell through after the council declined an invitation from Mobil to tender for the development. The sports proposal, developed between five codes, included 24 tennis courts, 16 netball courts, two football ovals, four basketball
courts and four soccer pitches, one of which could double for lacrosse. Following our report, mayor Sandra Wilson released a statement that the council learnt that proceeding with the tender would have cost significantly more than the $1. “Council submitted an expression of interest with a community sports precinct in mind based on earlier indications that the land could be exchanged on a community goodwill basis,” she said. “During that EOI process, council was given access to documentation … about the land
parcel, its former uses and the detail of their commercial market process. “As a result of reviewing that information, and subsequent advice given by Mobil and its representatives that the financial commitment to proceed to the competitive tender process was significantly higher than $1, council felt that it was not feasible to proceed.” Cr Peter Hemphill, who is on the working group that developed the sports centre proposal, said the state government’s Sustainability Fund could have covered the cost of decontaminating the land.
“We could have put in a bid for $1 but we have to show how we would account for the clean-up of the land,” Cr Hemphill said. “I had talked to [Treasurer] Tim Pallas about using the tip-fee money councils pay – there is only $460 million sitting in a government reserve in this fund – for the clean-up of any contamination. “The group firmly believed it [contamination] was not a showstopper.” Goya Dmytryshchak
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Clubs at bursting point By Goya Dmytryshchak Williamstown football clubs say they will have to start turning away players because they don’t have the facilities to cope with growing numbers, including females entering the sport. Williamstown Juniors Football Club, which uses Bayside College’s grounds, has grown from about 350 to 420 children in the past year. President Michael Furlong said by next year the club would have about 475 children playing in 21 teams, including two girls’ teams. “That’s larger than St Mary’s Primary School,” he said. “With potentially 475 players next year, we’re talking to the WRFL about potentially asking
for a Friday night program because the grounds just can’t cope with it. We’re now at a stage where possibly next year we’re going to have to say no to kids – and that’s not part of council’s strategy, to say no to kids in sport. “We have had over 33 per cent growth in playing numbers across two seasons, [using] facilities that were built back in the ’70s for five or six teams.” When the juniors transition to seniors, they often go to Williamstown CYMS Amateur Football Club, which uses Fearon Reserve. President Bill Deller said his club had grown from two teams to five over the past five-or-so years. “Next year, with an expected influx of
further players, we could possibly be looking at six men’s teams and a women’s team,” he said. “We just want to be able to provide the opportunity for Williamstown kids when they grow up, to play open-age football; also to get a women’s team up.” Mayor Sandra Wilson said the council was assessing current and future participation in sport to guide planning and investment. “We have increased access for football at Langshaws Reserve, completed an oval redevelopment at Fearon Reserve to increase its future carrying capacity and are also completing some planning work at Bayside College for future facility upgrades,” she said. View the council’s full response on its website.
Fifty-five cats have been removed from a house in Williamstown that has been described as “unfit for human habitation”. Nathan Miles, the founder of Western Suburbs Cat and Kitten Rescue, said he received a call on Friday night from a woman asking to have 60 cats removed from her home. Mr Miles said the rescued cats were being assessed at The Lost Dogs Home. “It’s a tragic situation,” he said. “They’re in shocking condition … they were living in putrid conditions covered in urine and faeces, in absolute squalor.” “Unfortunately, there are still cats in the premises.” Mr Miles said a woman at the Williamstown address denied the cats were hers, so they were taken in as strays. Dr David Cunliffe, of The Lost Dogs Home, said extra veterinary staff were called in at the weekend to assess and treat the cats. “Because of their circumstances, we are holding them as stray cats for eight days,” he said. “However, we are hoping to be able to start moving them to our adoption and foster program sooner if possible. Many of these cats have problems related to chronic cat flu, such as ulcers and eye problems. “One kitten had to be euthanised because of chronic flu and a ruptured eyeball. “It’s also vital that the human element is not forgotten and the resident receives the help they need through the council’s networks.” Hobsons Bay corporate services director Tammi Rose said that if anyone became aware of cat hoarding, they should alert the responsible authorities, the council or RSPCA. Goya Dmytryshchak
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Abusive Brother released By Goya Dmytryshchak A Catholic Brother who sexually abused children in the Altona area in the 1970s and ’80s was released from jail on Sunday to return to the supervision of his church in the US. Bernard Joseph Hartman, 78, a former teacher at St Paul’s College in Altona North, was jailed for three years with one year suspended for sustained sexual abuse, including penetration, of a boy and two girls as young as eight. Altona’s Mairead Ashcroft, who brought the first charge against Hartman that led to his extradition from the US, said she held concerns about his supervision by his Marianist order. “When we were in court we heard that while he was being supervised here, he was allowed to go for a 10-day holiday to Apollo Bay with the Christian Brothers over the Australia Day weekend while families were having a holiday at the beach,” Ms Ashcroft said. “So, he was exposed to children there while he was in supervision with the church. “He was freely allowed to go to the casino precinct, unsupervised. “He retains his full title, so with that full title comes power and trust that he’s not worthy of.” After the charges against Hartman in Australia became known, 19 people in the US informed the Diocese of Pittsburgh they had been abused by eight Marianist brothers, including Hartman, at North Catholic High School where he taught. Father Martin A. Solma, Provincial of the Marianist Province of the United States, told Star Weekly the allegations covered a spectrum of complaints, from “hitting on the back of the head to things more serious”. He would not disclose Hartman’s future location for privacy reasons.
Mairead Ashcroft is concerned about Bernard Hartman’s supervision by his church. (Damjan Janevski)
“Bernard Hartman will be resident in a non-Marianist facility, specialising in direct supervision of men with significant personal issues and/or legal convictions,” Father Martin said. “The supervision is 24/7 with no external ministry of any kind or freedom of movement outside the facility. This will be his living situation for the rest of his life.
“He remains a member of the congregation just as he remains a member of his own family. “We feel that expulsion, though punitive and satisfying the desire of some for retribution, is unwise. “A living situation that is supervisory in nature, lasting for the rest of his days, is better for all concerned.”
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Hard lesson for speeding drivers As children returned to school last week, Williamstown police were out in force targeting speeding drivers as part of Operation Fluro. Police nabbed 13 drivers travelling over the 40km/h limit in the school zone outside Bayside College in Kororoit Creek Road, Williamstown. First Constable Aaron De Graaff of Williamstown police said eight speeding drivers were caught on the first day of the operation. “They were all quite high speeds,” he said. “The highest one we got was 65 in a 40 zone. “Predominantly, there were six over that 15-25 kilometre range.” He said the operation aimed to protect the most vulnerable road users of all – schoolchildren. “There’s big red flashing signs saying 40, so there’s no excuses,” First Constable De Graaff said. Five speeding drivers and one unregistered motor vehicle were detected on the second day. The penalty for exceeding the speed limit by 10-24 kilometres is $317 and three demerit points. School zones have a 40km/h limit from 8-9.30am and 2.30-4pm. More operations are planned in coming weeks. Goya Dmytryshchak
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By Benjamin Millar Beloved Footscray identity Ron Palmer, 92, has died. Ronald John Palmer, widely known as “Mr Footscray”, passed away peacefully last Tuesday. The lifelong resident dedicated his life to helping the community. He joined the RAAF air crew at age 16 and went to war at the age of 18, serving for three years in the Pacific during World War II. He was the founder of the Yarraville Carols
by Candlelight and a founding member of the Save the Bulldogs committee. Mr Palmer volunteered widely and served as the chairman or president of the Footscray RSL, West Footscray Rotary Club, Footscray Historical Society, Footscray Yarraville City Band, the Footscray branch of the Australian Labor Party and a host of other organisations. He was recognised as a life member of the Footscray RSL, Western Bulldogs Football Club, Footscray Yarraville City Band and Footscray Community Arts Centre as well as the Gilmore College for Girls and the ALP.
Honours for Mr Palmer included an Order of Australia and the Australian Centenary Medal, along with recognition as Footscray citizen of the year and the Premier’s senior citizen of Victoria award. Passionate about re-greening the west, Mr Palmer led environmental campaigns across many of the area’s parks and gardens. He is survived by Marjorie, his wife of almost 60 years, and sons Stephen, David and Simon. A funeral service was held at St John’s Anglican Church in Footscray on Tuesday, followed by a wake at Maribyrnong Town Hall.
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These kids can do film A video project focusing on a popular cooking program at a Yarraville school has been shortlisted for a national film award. Yarraville Special Developmental School entered The CAN teens in the Focus on Ability short film festival. The film caught the eye of the judges and has been shortlisted in the documentary category. Teacher Greg Gozdz said the project was largely driven by student Christopher. “Christopher was very interested in doing some video work – he really loves shooting video of his friends at the school,” Mr Gozdz said. “Focus on Ability was coming up so we decided to make a short film project.” The resulting five-minute film focuses on the school’s weekly canteen program, in which senior students go shopping and prepare food for other students. Mr Gozdz said the film had been a chance for the students to take pride in what they do,
while also offering a glimpse into the school for the wider community. “People don’t always really understand who we are or what we do here,” he said. “We have got some really lovely footage of the kids being relaxed and really enjoying themselves.” The Focus on Ability awards are designed to encourage filmmakers to focus on the abilities of people with disabilities. Mr Gozdz hopes people will take the time to view the school’s film online and vote for it in the viewers’ choice section. The film receiving the most votes will win a $10,000 sports equipment voucher. Voting closes on August 7 at www. focusonability.com.au. Benjamin Millar Students Chris and Jess with teacher Greg Gozdz. (Joe Mastroianni)
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Alice in wonder of possibilities Alice Su’s father told her getting married and having children should be her priorities in life. “Dad is Chinese and mum is Vietnamese and they have very traditional views, they told me not to be too out-there, not to be too outspoken,” she said. The 27-year-old first realised she could “dream big” when a motivational speaker came to her school in year 8. “When I heard his story, I thought ‘holy moly, none of what I thought is true’,” she said. The revelation sparked a fire to educate other young people that life is what you make of it. And her own journey is the perfect example of the philosophy she’s trying to preach. Next month Ms Su will jet off to Charleston, in the US to compete in the Miss International World pageant. It follows her recent crowning as Miss International Australia, a competition she gave no thought to winning, given she isn’t the stereotypical tall, blonde pageant entrant. But she will be the first Asian-Australian to represent Australia at the pageant. Ms Su hopes her success will show other young women that there’s more to beauty than physical appearance. “Beauty isn’t just about what we look like but the love and commitment we have for others.”
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Trail dream realised By Goya Dmytryshchak A $2.5-million shared path and artwork trail will be officially opened at Altona North on National Tree Day. Friends of Lower Kororoit Creek are inviting the community to a gala celebration marking the opening of Toyota Way, where 2300 indigenous trees and shrubs will be planted. Giant sculptures funded by Toyota and created by renowned Brooklyn artist Geoffrey Ricardo will be unveiled on the day. Titled A strange trail of beasts, spirits and guardians, it features eight figures, each about 3 metres tall, spaced along 7.5 kilometres of the trail. Friends of Lower Kororoit Creek president Geoff Mitchelmore, who will launch
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been realised. “All our efforts have come to fruition,” he said. “The goals that we set in 2001 – to establish a pathway from Cherry Lake to link into the Federation Trail – will happen. “The other goal was to green the corridor and we’ve greened as much as we can. “This Sunday is the culmination of 17 years of hard work by a very enthusiastic friends group. “The Toyota Way, as they are calling it, and the artwork trail will be a fantastic drawcard for people to come and visit Hobsons Bay.” The celebration is on July 30 from 10am-2pm at Urban Forest West/Hosken Reserve, Blackshaws Road near junction with Grieve Parade, Altona North (Melway Map 40 H12).
Brooklyn is to get an off-leash dog park by next June after $170,000 was allocated in the Hobsons Bay council budget. Brooklyn is the only suburb in Hobsons Bay without an area for dogs to run free. A fenced park will be established at Brooklyn Reserve in Cypress Avenue, where a pop-up park was trialled earlier this year. Last year, $160,000 allocated for the same project was instead diverted to create additional parking spaces in Cypress Avenue after an appropriate location for an off-leash park could not be found. Cr Tony Briffa said previous attempts to establish such a park at Lynch Road Reserve, Duane Reserve and Pipeline Reserve had all failed due to objections from residents, conflicts with existing uses or inappropriate size and location. “Brooklyn Reserve is a conveniently located, stand-alone open space with good surveillance and no residential properties backing on to it,” Cr Briffa said. “We are currently considering two locations – at the south-western and south-eastern corners of the reserve.” Community consultation to determine the precise location will start within two months.
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Get planting for tree day Residents of all ages are invited to roll up their sleeves this Sunday as part of National Tree Day. Maribyrnong council is looking for volunteers to help plant 1000 native trees and shrubs from 10am-noon at Cranwell Park in Braybrook. Gloves and tools will be provided, along with a free barbecue, wildlife show and face-painting for children. RSVP: treeday.planetark.org/site/10014730 Benjamin Millar
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MY PLACE John McMahon is doing everything he can to keep trugo alive in Yarraville, his home of more than 80 years. He speaks with Benjamin Millar. What is your connection with Yarraville?
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I have lived in Yarraville for 85 of my 87 years. I was born in Sale and my family came to Yarraville when I was about two. I bought a block of land in Yarraville in 1952, then bought a book on how to build a house. I built my own home and raised six children and I still live here. I have seen all the growth and change. What are your early memories of the area? My father used to work at the railway crossing on Somerville Road. He was a railway man and I would sometimes go down and help out. We would ride our bikes down to the beach. There were some big quarries near here, down at Cruickshank Park. I still go for a walk down in the park and find a happy spot to be. What can you tell us about the sport of trugo, often compared to croquet? The game starts at midday and it takes an hour and a half to play a full game. One of the ladies said you must have a sense of humour to play. We have a lot of good fun, it’s like a little family. It’s an outdoor game. We go down there and have a game and a coffee and a sandwich.
When it was just the men, everybody had raisin bread after the game. When the women started, they brought about a change in our thinking and now all the clubs have sandwiches. Our season runs from September to April. Whoever has the highest average score at the end of the year is the world champion. I won it in the year 2000. How did the sport come about? The game was invented in the Newport railway workshops in 1925. The inner-west of
Melbourne is the only place where it’s played and now there are only eight teams left. We have the oldest club in the area. We were established in 1937 – before that they were playing in public parks. How did you become involved? My father used to play trugo for the Yarraville Trugo Club. I had just retired in 1991, so I said I would come down. I’ve been there ever since. When I first joined, you had to be 65 or over or retired. Over the years, we had to alter the age
and as the separate men’s and women’s teams died out, the women joined in the men’s teams. It’s the competition, but also the social side of things – the friends you meet and the socialisation you have with everyone there. I have been playing this game for 26 years now – it’s a great form of pleasure and leisure. I think it’s added an enormous number of years to my life. For further information on the Yarraville Trugo Club, phone John on 0421 791 071 or visit trugo.org.au.
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If you’re in the auto industry, your skills are valuable and transferable to jobs in areas such as manufacturing, warehousing, logistics and more. Or, maybe you want to retrain for a new job. Either way, we can help you take the next step. Start planning for your future. Visit education.vic.gov.au/auto or call Skills and Jobs Centres on 134 389. Authorised by the Victorian Government, 1 Treasury Place, Melbourne
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WIN THIS Sunday Wine Co. delivers curated wine packs to your door, so you have more time to spend with friends. Offering free metro shipping, Sunday Wine Co. is changing the experience of ordering wine online with a stylish, fun and easy-to-use website. Three readers will win a selection of three wines each, beautifully presented with a set of drink coasters (each valued at $80). www.sundaywineco.com.au
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Childhood Education and Care course at Laverton Community Education Centre and find out if childcare is the career for you. ■ 9369 2726
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Friday, July 28 Local songwriter Zerafina Zara and The Alleged Associates play live, up close and personal, every Friday. Family friendly. From 7pm, free. 101 Rosamond Road, Maribyrnong
Altona RSL
Saturday, July 29 INXSIVE pays tribute to Aussie rock legends INXS. From 8.30pm, $30 ($25 members). Bookings: 9398 2817 31 Sargood Street, Altona
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Sunday, July 30 Alfi Rocker performs classics from the ’60s, ’70s and ’80s in the waterfront clubhouse of the Williamstown Maritime Association. From 2-5pm, free entry. 82 Nelson Place, Williamstown
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Introduce preschoolers to yoga and creative movement in a program that promotes healthy and happy young minds and bodies. Age 3-5, 11am-noon Wednesdays, $100 per term. ■ 9688 0543 or maidcomm@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au
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Friday, July 28 Writer of milestone songs such as Harley and Rose, Chained to the Wheel and Never Let Me Go, Joe Camilleri and The Black Sorrows have left an indelible mark on Australian music culture. Tickets from $32. 135 Stephen Street, Yarraville
All stitched up
A craft group meets from 10am-noon on the first Thursday of the month at St Joseph’s By The Sea, 16 Esplanade, Williamstown. BYO craft or participate in a skill that is being taught such as knitting, crochet, applique or making Christmas decorations. ■ 9397 6012 or admin.sjbtsw@sosj.org.au
Women’s choir
Willin Wimmin Choir is calling on all women who love to sing. No audition, no previous experience required. The choir sings from 7.30pm Wednesdays at Church of Christ hall, 124 Douglas Parade, Williamstown. ■ 0409 856 071 or choir_ww@yahoo.com.au
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Westgate Diabetes support group meets 10am on the first Tuesday of the month at Altona Bowling Club. ■ Elaine, 9255 5501 or 0415 030 996
Gateway to volunteering
Gateway Community Services is seeking volunteers who enjoy socialising and supporting older people and people with disabilities, going on outings. Training and volunteer orientation is available. ■ 9399 3511
Crows fly in
A family of crows, whose tree is threatened by developers, forms the basis of The Crow Family, a play performed by a real-life Family family. It is on Thursday, August 3 at 7.30pm in the Williamstown Town Hall. Not recommended for children aged under 11. ■ hobsonsbaytickets.com.au
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Where community counts in Altona Altona RSL is a club of many parts. It’s a place for great bistro food from the kitchen of head chef Chris Cox; it’s an entertainment hub with free live music on Friday nights and Sunday afternoons; it’s a great place to hold a function; and, not least, it’s a club with community welfare heavily to the fore.
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lub general manager David Hanson says the club has raised $1,397,351 for the community in the past five years. “We’re a welfare, charitable and not-for-profit organisation that’s put back this amount into the Altona and wider community,” David says. “We’ve given to schools, the Cancer Council and sports clubs through to child and youth protection, Neighbourhood Watch and Mambourin – over 40 recipients all up. Community giving is a huge focus of the club. “We’re also a great club to visit for people interested in seeing war memorabilia. We often get items donated and it’s a treat for visitors to see them. “We received a painting from Point Cook artist Henk Eylman, a portrait of a young soldier who was killed in action in Afghanistan. His name is Tim Alpin – his parents came down from Queensland, as did other family from Mornington Peninsula, to see the painting hanging on the club’s wall. It was very moving for everyone.” Led by the club’s youngest ever president, Graham Williams, 53, who served in East Timor, Altona RSL performs a vital community role, with a small team of local volunteers keeping the giving wheels turning. The club is home to the Bay West Veterans Centre, which provides support for former service personnel.
David Hanson, manager of the Altona RSL club. (Pictures: Damjan Janevski)
“The centre opens 9am-1pm, Monday-Wednesday, and has pension officers on site to help members with their pensions and a justice of the peace with kits for powers of attorney – all at no cost,” David says. “We also have a full-time volunteer welfare officer who is available to help members and local community – which includes free lease of mobility aids
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to members. And our scholarship program, now in its third year, helps under-privileged kids.” Other Altona RSL services also deserve a mention. The club’s welfare bus takes members to medical appointments and picks up elderly people from nursing homes for day trips, as well as assisting Altona P-9 College
sports events. Another service is the free monthly haircuts to current and former defence personnel and their widows. Club memberships are available from as little as $2 a year. Altona RSL, 31 Sargood Street, Altona. Inquiries: 9398 2817 or www.altonarsl.com
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Welcome to a world of colour When Sydney house painter Peter Lewis discovered old paint recipes in the diaries of his grandfather, Fred Porter, it became the catalyst for founding Porter’s Paints.
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red had travelled Europe, collecting details of building techniques and paint finishes and recording them in his diary. Shortly after Fred’s death in 1982 and with the diary’s discovery, Peter began hand making traditional lime washes in a small garage in Randwick. He then decided to produce improved versions of Fred’s original recipes – and Porter’s Paints was born. Manager of Porter’s Paints in Williamstown, Josie Wood, says paints and finishes are still handmade in small batches. “We use time-honoured traditional methods in combination with the latest paint technology,” Josie explains. “Only the finest raw materials are used and the handmade ethos produces optimum quality paints with unrivalled colour depth. “Innovation, tradition and a commitment to quality have all played a part in the development of our range of paints and finishes – from contemporary interior and exterior paints to traditional lime and cement-based products and unique reactive metallic finishes. “We regularly hold fun-filled one-day courses where our customers get hands-on with paints and specialty finishes. They bring a piece of furniture into the store and are guided with colour and finishes to get the perfect result. The course is inexpensive and loads of fun to do.”
Porter’s Paints’ Josie is ready to offer any advice on colour or paints for your next project. (Marco De Luca)
Porter’s Paints showroom is an inspirational place to visit. It has hand-painted colour charts and plenty of product samples, as well as a crew equipped with expert advice. “A visit to Porter’s Williamstown store promises a full colour and texture experience, where our helpful staff members happily guide customers through
the finishes to help them create the perfect colour scheme for their projects. “Our team are expert colourists and love being immersed in our customers’ projects. They become involved in all aspects, from product and colour choice to custom tinting and delivery of the goods. Service is ultra-personalised so customers leave confident in their decisions and with a clear
plan in mind.” Right now, Star Weekly readers will get a massive 20 per cent off all paints, finishes and flooring – just mention this story. Porter’s Paints, 82 Ferguson Street, Williamstown. Opens 9am-5pm weekdays and 9am-3pm Saturdays. Inquiries: 9397 8430, email williamstown@porters.com.au
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Raise a glass to Galli Restaurant At the mid-way point between Hillside and Melton, Galli Restaurant has long been a popular special occasion restaurant for locals in both precincts.
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don’t have to travel all the way into the city. Galli Restaurant’s head chef, Heinz Dietz, trained in Austria and Switzerland in the French tradition. “My current favourite dish from our a la carte menu is the Grigliata Rustica Di Mare, fresh seafood cooked in garlic and butter, oven baked and served with fresh bread,” he says. “We have an extensive menu and also
have a great kid’s menu, which mums and dads always love to see.” Rebecca says they currently have a special offer available for diners to enjoy a three course meal and a glass of wine for just $30 on Wednesday evenings and $39 on Friday evenings. Galli Restaurant is near the corner of Melton Highway and Leakes Road in Rockbank.
“This location makes Galli Restaurant really accessible and well worth the short journey to enjoy our award-winning food and wines,” Rebecca says. Galli Restaurant, 1507 Melton Highway, Rockbank. Opens noon-late Wednesday-Sunday. Inquiries: 9747 1433 or visit www.gallirestaurant.com.au 12359123-ACM30-17 10055543-01
t feels worlds away from hustle and bustle of suburbia and city life, yet has everything you want in a special night out: great service, fantastic food and a warm atmosphere. “I love it, been going there for years”, “lovely food, great service and a beautiful environment” and “a great venue for a family party” are just some of the customer reviews found online. The property, surrounded by open spaces with four separate function rooms and the main restaurant, is the vision of Tuscan-born Lorenzo Galli who came to Australia in the 1950s. Venue manager Rebecca Dietz says Galli Restaurant offers a range of dining options including a la carte and light lunches in a relaxing vineyard atmosphere. “We host corporate events quite regularly as well as birthdays, christenings, weddings and engagements,” she says. The venue has a 34-person capacity function room, two 42 capacity rooms and the largest, an 84 capacity function room. “We often have clients book multiple rooms for larger events. Two of our rooms have courtyards overlooking the vineyards, which is really picturesque,” Rebecca says. “Locals, once they discover us, tend to come back again and again. You can have a nice date night not too far from home, feel like you’ve gotten away from it all but you
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Immerse yourself in western wonders A new community festival will be born in Melbourne’s west next month to showcase art that will “envelope and transform”.
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ue West: Immersive Arts Festival will showcase experiential art to envelope and transform audiences. Due West creative director Zoe Beyer says the festival will feature almost 50 acts, installations, workshops and performances over the three-week period. “We’ve been keen to uncover art in unexpected places, so we’ve been thinking outside the box in terms of venues,” she says. “It is all about the art of the experience. When you participate in a piece it stays with you. That is our focus and the motivation behind the immersive aspect of the festival.” Zoe says there will be a combination of family-friendly and adult-only acts as part of the August 10-27 program. Women’s Circus, which has been operating in the west for 26 years, will host family circus workshops, while Limbs 2 Riddums will host hip-hop workshops in a very public place. Women’s Circus executive director Devon Taylor says the well-known community-based arts organisation is excited to be part of the festival, presenting its Night Circus whcih will include a fabulous aerial performance. Other performances throughout the two weeks include local theatre company, wit incorporated’s 1930s Berlin Kabarett ‘A Scandal in the Weimar’, intimate guerrilla opera cruises by BK Opera along the Maribyrnong River and a cabaret spectacular by Yummy productions at The
Above: Mayor Catherine Cumming and MP Marsha Thomson with Beni Lola, Rolly, Valerie Hex and Jandruze from Yummy Productions. (Picture: Damjan Janevski) Right: (Top) Waterside Metal Art. (Picture: supplied) and Women’s Circus. (Pictures: Marie Watt)
Creator’s Lounge. Victorian Creative Industries Minister Martin Foley says Due West: Immersive Arts Festival is a great opportunity to showcase the area’s creative strengths and diversity and the many artists and arts organisations that call it home.
“Victoria’s reputation as the creative state is built on the grassroots creativity of our communities,” he says. “Due West celebrates this and invites people from all walks of life to experience and enjoy it.” The program is a mix of free and ticketed
events. Most are free, with ticketed events ranging in cost from $8 to $100. Due West: Immersive Arts Festival will run from August 10 to August 27. Inquiries: 9689 0002 or visit www.duewestfestival.com.au
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Legendary food at a landmark pub If kicking back in a comfy armchair before an open fire, a $10 espresso martini in hand or $12 jug of James Squire beer on the table, sounds oh so good … well, it gets even better when punters turn their minds to tucking into a traditional pub meal.
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pottiswoode Hotel, with its wonderful Italian Renaissance Revival architecture, has been a landmark on its Hudson Road corner since 1888. Functions manager Kelly Winteringham says the pub has come a long, long way since then. It’s put a shady early history behind it to become a true inner-west local for food, live entertainment, catered functions and weekend brekkies. “The pub has a great feel, with the exposed brick and buffed-up original concrete floors and doors keeping the history alive,” she says. “And our beer garden is a ripper. It’s got old brick and recycled timber walls, greenery – and a fireplace for winter and shade sails for summer.” The beer garden is a natty spot to gather around a weekend brekkie. Until 1pm, you can get the likes of smashed avo on sourdough, benedicts, omelettes, muesli, pancakes and more – maybe pair your choice with a cheeky bloody Mary or pot of Earl Grey. Speaking of alcohol, there are 10 beers/ ciders on tap, including James Squire’s range, a Guinness and JS Orchard cider. A Sloe Summer (sloe gin, raspberry vodka and apple juice) is on the cocktails list, and
Clockwise from above: Manager Kelly Winteringham in the beer garden; the Spottiswoode Hotel; Julie and Kelly by the fire. (Pictures: Joe Mastroianni)
there’s a good selection of whites, reds and bubbles. The daily menu starts with oysters two ways, a dip trio, soup, nachos and other plates, then come mains of pub classics, burgers, steaks and seafood. A $15 two-course lunch – with a line-up of well-liked dishes – is on for seniors, under 12s can eat well for $10, and ice-cream, always a keeper, is on to finish. Eat, drink and think on Tuesday trivia
nights and get that $10 espresso martini all day Friday. There is also live music to enjoy on Friday nights from 8.30pm and Sunday afternoons from 3pm, with performances showcasing an eclectic mix of band and acoustic acts. The pub has a real heart for the community, as evidenced by the $10,000 raised in one day at this year’s family fun festival, held annually by the venue to raise funds for the Good Friday Appeal.
“It was a fabulous day with face painting, a jumping castle and sand art creations for the kids, and raffles, live music and a silent auction for the adults,” Kelly says. “This year we thoroughly smashed our target and we are really proud to be able to support this great cause.” Spottiswoode Hotel, 62 Hudsons Road Spotswood. Inquiries: 9391 1330 or email spottiswoode@spottiswoode.com.au
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A cosmopolitan flavour in Truganina A recent international food festival and open day was Palm Lake Resort Truganina’s way of inviting the community to explore the popular lifestyle village and have a bit of fun at the same time.
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ore than 200 guests attended the event to try out the cuisine of Palm Lake Resort’s in-house chef and tour the facilities of what is one of the more popular 50-plus lifestyle villages in the west. Palm Lake Resort spokesperson Zoe Ilich-Paul says such events are held regularly. “We love hosting events with our residents,” she says. “It’s great for community atmosphere and, at the end of the day, it is great fun.” On the day of the food festival, Combo La Revelacion, a well-known Latin-American band based in Melbourne, played South American music that had everyone dancing. “Our chef did an amazing job of preparing all of the great international meals that were enjoyed by all on the day,” Zoe says. Four display homes were open for viewing and showcased the best that Palm Lake Resort at Truganina has to offer. “We’re really excited as we only have five villas left,” Zoe says. “The community we have built with the active help and participation of our residents is brilliant.” Palm Lake Resort staff and management understand the importance of providing a quality and style of living that is truly top shelf.
The relaxed community feel and in-house cinema, above, are among the attractions. (Pictures: Supplied)
Palm Lake Resort villas offer two bedroom plus study homes, with a choice of garage sizes as well as an impressive range of inclusions and extras such as extra living spaces and high-end finishings. “The villas are energy efficient, constructed of Hebel, well known for its insulation properties, both thematically and acoustically,” Zoe says. “Standard features include solar, a water tank, Caesarstone kitchen and bathroom benchtops and stainless steel Smeg kitchen appliances.”
With 233 villas, Palm Lake Resort is big enough to feel like a small country town. It is set in a relaxing location close to the South Werribee Marina and local shopping, but with so many different in-house activities, you won’t want to leave. “Our Truganina facilities include our restaurant at the club, a gym, library, internet facilities, spa, workshop, bar, bowling green, games room, pool, indoor bowls and a barbecue area,” Zoe says. “There’s actually more. I can’t think of
them all … and we are actively adding to the activities on offer. The cinema and mini-golf are pretty popular. “Palm Lake Resort is just a great place to live and the residents are really satisfied, which of course is what we are always striving for.” Palm Lake Resort, 7 Taronga Road, Truganina. Inquiries: 1800 686 096, salestruganina@palmlake.com.au or visit www.palmlakeresort.com.au
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Road safety lowdown for older drivers Get your driving in top shape at a free Senior Drivers Expo in Wyndham on Saturday, August 19.
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reat for all older drivers, the event will be an ideal opportunity to get driving information and tips, once-overs for vehicles from professionals and explanations of all new road laws. Bring your car, a pen and a notebook. Open to anyone in Hobsons Bay, Wyndham, Melton and Maribyrnong, the expo is a RoadSafe Westgate Community Road Safety Council initiative. RoadSafe Westgate chairman Jim Giddings says his group is committed to supporting older drivers. “We can all be better drivers with a few simple things, like keeping up with new road laws and making sure our health is as good as can be,” Jim says. “Getting rid of bad driving habits and keeping our cars in good condition are other vital ingredients of safe driving.” Each expo participant can have a professional, such as a VicRoads roadworthy officer, look over their vehicle, and registered driving instructors can identify “short-cut” habits drivers may have adopted over time. A VicRoads expert will advise on tyre care; updates on health, medicine-driver interaction and road rules will be provided; and road safety questions can be asked of the Highway Patrol. Attendees will get a free carry bag packed with copies of Senior Drivers Handbook and Driving in Victoria: Rules & Responsibilities. A morning tea and light lunch will be supplied at no cost.
A Senior Drivers Expo safe drive session. (Supplied)
Senior Drivers Expo, Penrose Promenade Community Centre, 83 Penrose Promenade, Tarneit. From 9.45am-2.30pm on Saturday, August 19. For information and to secure a place, call Lynette on 9742 7534.
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NEWPORT 55 Farm Street, 3015
Williams Real Estate: 9397 2000 Auction: July 29 at 1.30pm
Williams Real Estate: 9397 2000 Auction: July 29 at 2.30pm
Price: $1 million – $1.1 million
Price: $1.2 million – $1.3 million
Set among Williamstown’s oldest houses on solid bluestone foundations, this heritage-listed beauty presents a rare opportunity. The house was originally built as the manse for the Presbyterian Church and then served as the head teacher’s home until the mid-1860s. The care taken to update and maintain it is unmistakeable and the result is a blend of modern convenience with historic character and charm. Two light-filled bedrooms have built-in robes while a second-storey offers a third bedroom or loft space. Enjoy cosy living with good storage, a luxurious bathroom with spa overlooking a fernery and a living zone with great built-in storage. Outside is a low-maintenance courtyard. Close to all Williamstown’s best offerings, this is one opportunity worth inspecting.
This charming Edwardian is ideal for a family wanting a property close to schools, parks, kindergartens, cafes and transport, with a fully self-contained bungalow at the rear. The house has three bedrooms, two with built-in robes. The large living area has a feature fireplace and there is a dedicated dining space. The large kitchen has plenty of storage. Multi-paned windows throughout the main living areas flood the house with light and timber floors complement the period features in most rooms. The good-sized backyard is neat yet has scope for new owners to get creative. Ducted heating, evaporative cooling and ceiling fans are extras. The bungalow has a studio or accommodation area, a bar and a split-system and there is extra store beyond. There is a large work shed with power.
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WILLIAMSTOWN 6/29 Dover Road, 3016
Burhnam Real Estate: 9687 1344
Gunn&Co Estate Agents: 9397 5555
Price: Contact agent
Private sale
Price: $365,000
Auction: July 29 at 11.30am
Set over multiple levels due to its undulating block, this townhouse presents a rare opportunity to secure a property in a prestigious Footscray cul-de-sac. Enter the ground floor to a large living zone, perfect for use as a rumpus or theatre room, and from this space there is access to a large balcony, great for entertaining. Three bedrooms, all with built-in robes, are on the first floor, along with a study. The kitchen has plenty of bench and storage space, and a sizeable lounge room and a dining area with balcony complete the level. Timber floorboards are featured throughout the main living zones and the property has a double garage. Close to parkland and offering picturesque views, this may be just what you’ve been looking for.
Location, location! Close to the shopping strips, cafes and restaurants that Williamstown’s popular main streets offer, and the foreshore, this refurbished apartment is likely to attract much interest. It has one bedroom with built-in robes. The living area has a large window letting in plenty of light and access to a balcony. The kitchen has white cabinetry with dark benchtops and shelving. Communal outdoor spaces are tidy. The apartment has a split-system and there are two car spots on title, one a lock-up garage accessed from Haslam Street that could also be used for storage.
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NEWPORT 100 Market Street, 3015 hockingstuart Williamstown: 9393 0000
Price: $900,000 – $950,000
This post-war house represents a period in which architects clambered to understand the needs of families of the day. Today, 100 Market Street presents intriguing and appealing opportunities for the future. The house has two bedrooms, a central living room with a ’50s-style gas heater, central bathroom and a traditional kitchen with a view to the backyard. A large garage and a workshop at the end of it are built in timber. A bungalow with power could be a third bedroom or studio, depending on your needs and vision.
Auction: July 29 at 2.30pm
The backyard is big – the allotment is about 447 squares – and quality brick paving has been set to create an outdoor entertainment area. This style of house is from a time when commercial building technology was becoming more readily available. Yet the mainstays of traditional family homes – such as dark wood Edwardian-esque doors and picture rails, ornate plasterwork on the ceilings of the main rooms (referencing earlier Victorian times) – were still very much part of what
families of the day thought to be stylish. Set in a stand-out location in the heart of Newport, this house is just seconds away from Newport Football Club, foodie delights such as Searz Cafe, Leroy’s Cafe and The Backyard Est 2016 and a large family park with the almost brand-new state-of-the-art local library opposite it. The train is moments away, as is the local gastropub, The Junction Hotel – a short walk for relaxed family dinners on Friday nights. As well, just a little further away are
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Williamstown Beach and The Strand and many magnificent bay views. This property, although absolutely liveable and with oodles of charm, also offers grand opportunities for new owners to stamp their own style on it through renovations. What cannot be taken away from it are the beautiful, deep timber sash windows at the front of the house and other multiple references to all there is to love about the designs of changing times. Sam Freestone 23 MARIBYRNONG & HOBSONS BAY STAR WEEKLY \ JULY 26, 2017
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Auction: Saturday 5th August at 12.30pm Price: Contact Agent Inspect: Saturday 12.00 to 12.30pm Contact: Philip Mazzella 0418 360 789 Footscray 9689 6011
• Prime central Footscray locale • Loads of TLC required • Super land size approx 650sqm • Not for the faint hearted • But the reward will be worth the effort
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2/4 HORSESHOE CIRCUIT AFFORDABLE AND COMFORTABLE • Ideal first home or investment • Modern facilities throughout • Convenient location close to facilities • Growing location • Get in quick before it’s too late
Price:
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Inspect: by appointment Contact: Dannie Tran 0413 778 119 Footscray 9689 6011
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FOOTSCRAY 16/42A BYRON STREET AS CENTRAL AS IT GETS • Walk to the market and station • Unique two level living • 2 bedrooms, study, secure car park • Get in amongst the action • Good to invest - great to live in
FOOTSCRAY 304/250 BARKLY STREET GREAT VIEWS AND BUYING
Private Sale: Price: $475,000 Inspect: Saturday 11.00 to 11.30am Contact: Philip Mazzella 0418 360 789 Footscray 9689 6011
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Inspect: by appointment Contact: Philip Mazzella 0418 360 789 Footscray 9689 6011
• Views to Melbourne, Westgate, and beyond • Great size - great investment • Pool, gym, rooftop entertaining • Currently let at $400 per week • Terrific to live in - terrific to invest
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KEILOR EAST UNITS 1-13/44 SURREY DRIVE ELITE URBAN TOWNHOME LIVING • An impressive contemporary development • Collection of 2 and 3 level living spaces • Nestled in a peaceful cul-de-sac • Surround yourself in prestige • Finely finished throughout
Private Sale: Price: Contact Agent Inspect: Plans available at office Contact: Philip Mazzella 0418 360 789 John Verduci 0411 660 844 Footscray 9689 6011 3-4
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169 BARKLY STREET FOOTSCRAY 9689 6011
G03/17 MULLENGER ROAD BRAND NEW AND WAITING • Overlooking Maribyrnong River and valley • Private balcony • Secure development • Awesome views • Close to all amenities
Price: $425,000 Inspect: by appointment Contact: Dominic Pronesti 0409 258 866 Footscray 9689 6011
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113 Wales Street, Kingsville The Essence Of Kingsville´s Excellence This inviting late Edwardian delivers an ideal family home in a location where community values are key. Living and dining spaces of exceptional style include a fabulous, freshly renovated kitchen. Landscaped elegance for outdoor entertaining and a secure garage with internal access further enhance a home that captures the essence of Kingsville´s appeal. 113walesstreetkingsville.com.au
4 2 1 $1,150,000 - $1,250,000 Sat 19th Aug at 11.30am Saturday 11.30 - 12.00pm Wednesday 5.30 - 6.00pm Contact Leigh Melbourne 0414 239 986 Anna Grech 0438 446 051 Terry Fitzpatrick 0422 971 667 BER Auction Inspect
66 The Strand, Newport The Strand - Two Words That Say It All Melbourne’s most spectacular bay side address and uniquely appealing sights of the CBD skyline accompany this sophisticated single level home on a deep allotment that includes a free standing bungalow/teenager’s retreat, flexible separate office/theatre and ample off street parking. From the bright living area, terrace views across the lawn take in the bay and the city beyond.
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3 1 3 $2,000,000 - $2,200,000 Sat Aug 5th 1.30pm Saturday 12.30 - 1.00pm Leigh Melbourne 0414 239 986 Wayne Elly 0410 305 305
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3/57 Blyth Street, Altona The Perfect Contemporary Profile This desirable residence´s totally independent frontage introduces exceptional spaces, fabulous first floor living/dining arranged around a central kitchen featuring smeg´s freshest appliances flow to a generous terrace.
BER Auction Inspect Contact
3 2 $750,000 - $795,000 Sat 5th Aug at 3.30pm Saturday 1.30 - 2.00pm Leigh Melbourne 0414 239 986 Wayne Elly 0410 305 305
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When Only The Best Will Do Elegance and excellence are perfectly paired throughout this superb dual level residence. Northern light from a decked courtyard is a constant companion to scintillating living and dining areas that surround a gleaming kitchen. A home where quality has clearly been the priority.
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3 2 $870,000 - $920,000 Sat 29th Jul at 11.30am Saturday 11.00 - 11.30am Mark de Brabander 0406 536 447 Wayne Elly 0410 305 305
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South Kingsville 74 Blackshaws BlackshawsRoad, Road, South Kingsville Living Life Light Living LifeInInThe The Light Designed to capture the northern light, this contemporary residence´s light filled living/dining area and open plan kitchen are framed by an atrium courtyard and a sunny separate backdrop. Heating/cooling, 2000L water tank and double garage add further details to an exceptional c2014 address.
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3/4 2 $700,000 - $770,000 Sat 5th Aug at 11.30am Saturday 12.45 - 1.15pm Mark de Brabander 0406 536 447 Wayne Elly 0410 305 305
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41 Gordon Street, Newport
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7 Alfred Place, Williamstown Beyond Renovated - Brilliantly Re-invented Totally transformed from basic origins into a contemporary home, this sensational residence conveys pure luxury. Northern light & polished concrete floors complement living/dining spaces while a landscaped entertaining area ensures outdoor style matches indoor seduction.
3 Price $1,370,000 For Sale Inspect As Advertised Contact Leigh Melbourne 0414 239 986 Wayne Elly 0410 305 305
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49 Ferguson Street, Williamstown VIC 3016 P 03 9397 5555
WILLIAMSTOWN 6/29 Dover Rd
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A short stroll to Williamstown’s Premier Strand Foreshore, the shopping strips & restaurants of Douglas Pde, Ferguson St & Nelson Pl eateries. This refurbished 1 bdrm apartment is in one of Williamstown’s more convenient locations. Open plan living & kitchen area, large bthrm/laundry with modern fit out, split system & nothing to spend. Access from Haslam St to a LUG on title, & an add carspace on title. Fantastic position, great for investment or entry into the Williamstown lifestyle. The property is presently let & would make a fantastic add to your rental portfolio.
SOUTH KINGSVILLE 84 Kernot St
AUCTION Saturday 29th July 11:30AM VIEW Saturday 11:00 - 11:30AM AGENT Anthony Gunn M 0409 377 449
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Grnd flr feats: open plan living & dining space that connects seamlessly with a rear garden designed for alfresco living. 4th bdrm, main bathroom, w a 2nd living area to the front. W real timber floors, large kitchen feat. stone bench tops, 900mm S/St apps (inc. DW). 1st flr: 3 generous bdrms, master with en-suite & WIR, w balcony - city views, family bthrm & study/ TV/play space. Sep laundry, alarm, intercom, heating/ cooling, internal access to remote LUG, & driveway space for further OSP. Close to all amenities this home is perfectly located for an easy family lifestyle.
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34 Paas Place
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Comp: Study/Living or 5th bedroom w FP & wall unit. Large open plan kitchen, meals, family living opening onto an outdoor alfresco. 4 huge bdrms, master w ensuite & WIR. Add bthrm, pwdr room & laundry. Large kitchen w Delonghi oven, gas hotplate & DW. DLUG w workshop area & built in storage. Kitchenette to the downstairs. Further feats: 9’ ceilings, polished timber flooring, carpet to bdrms, gas ducted heating, split heating & cooling thruout, security alarm & cameras, timber shutters & new dbl glazed windows. Add OSP parking, & on street parking. Land area 466 m2 approx.
PRICE $1,350,000 - $1,400,000 AUCTION Saturday 19th August 12:30PM VIEW Thursday 6:00 - 6:30PM Saturday 12:30 - 1:00PM AGENT Anthony Gunn M 0409 377 449
WILLIAMSTOWN NTH
13 Techno Park Dr
PRIVATE SALE
PRICE $1,100,000 - $1,150,000 AUCTION Saturday 12th August 1:30PM VIEW Saturday 11:45AM - 12:15PM AGENT Ricky Peacock M 0407 770 451
Totalling some 1,792m2 of prime industrial zoned land, this would definitely appeal to someone looking to construct large factories w offices & lots of parking, or simply purchase to use the land to store trucks etc. Whether you need office space w flexibility to grow your business, or are looking to run a business & need land, it offers flexibility, w sea breezes & magnificent views from an elevated position. 1 of the few industrial blocks next to a waterway, overlooking a marine park that will never be built on. Land Area 1,792M2. Front 18.93m, Rear 19.16m, left 93.15m, right 97.45m.
PRICE $POA VIEW By Appointment AGENT Anthony Gunn M 0409 377 449
HONESTY • INTEGRITY • RESULTS •
Newport
NEW LISTING
16 Steele Street
SOMETHING TRULY SPECIAL! • Only on inspection will you appreciate the true architectural brilliance that has been created by award winning architects, Jackson Clements and Burrows • Completely unique for the area, you will be amazed by the quality and finish of this spectacular home, whereby no expense has been spared • Dominated by polished concrete, soaring ceilings and clean lines, it allows for natural light to stream in and provides a sleek and sophisticated backdrop for comfortable living • Stainless steel is the feature of the kitchen, off f ering top of the range ff appliances, including an integrated fridge and a moveable island benchtop • The bedroom and bathroom accommodation will impress even the fussiest of buyers, providing good space, useful storage and a functional layout • The gardens both front and back are like a private oasis, allowing you to enj n oy the outdoors without ongoing maintenance nj • Located just moments from cafes, shops and Newport Railway Station, plus easy access to Melbourne CBD, this is a home not to be missed!
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Saturday 12 August at 10.30 55 J3 Saturday 29 July - 11.15 - 11.45 Sunday 30 July - 11.45 - 12.15
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Contact Agent Lauren Wood 0411 648 509 laurenw@williamsre.com.au
Newport
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5/13 Liley Street
LIVE THE LIFE YOU LOVE! • A desirable lifestyle of comfort and convenience awaits you with this most inviting home • Nestled privately with appealing interior, r spacious decked backy r, k ard and ky ample parking space • With generous proportions, it represents a desirable opportunity for the home buyer who wants a low-maintenance lock and leave lifestyle or the astute investor alike • Downstairs off f ers a spacious living area boasting a beautiful light-filled ff kitchen with plenty of storage space and a powder room • Upstairs comprises three large bedrooms, the master with walk-in-robe, ensuite and its own private balcony, plus main bathroom with bath • Fe F atures; floorboards, alarm system, split system, ducted heating and a single lock-up garage • Yo Y u are just a short stroll to Jackson Reserve, railway stations and all the great cafes and restaurants this wonderful suburb has to off f er ff
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Newport
55 Farm Street
LAND, LOCATION AND LIFESTYLE • With attractive street presence and a big side drive, this home is a great choice for any family looking to move into the area • Large rooms, open-plan living • Fully selff contained bungalow at rear with a split system f• Additional large work shed with power • Fe F atures an abundance of natural light, ducted heating, evaporative cooling, ceiling fans, period features and open fireplaces • Close to Newport Railway Station, cafes, kindergarten, schools, parks, river bike paths...
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Saturday 29 July at 2.30 55 K4 Wednesday 26 July - 5.30 - 6.00
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Saturday 29 July - 2.00 for 2.30 $1.2m - $1.3m Katie Smith 0425 737 673 katies@williamsre.com.au
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Williamstown
54 Victoria Street
A TASTE OF GRANDEUR • This landmark residence has all the boxes ticked for the ultimate Williamstown family home • Set on the prestige corner of Osborne and Victoria Street, measuring approximately 850sqm, this grand off f ering has the space both indoors and ff out, even for the largest family • A characterr filled property featuring open fireplaces, polished timber floors, rhigh decorative ceilings and beautiful leadlight windows • Expansive separate living zones, both formal and open-plan, combine perfectly with large bedroom accommodation • A truly premier home in an equally premier location, only a short stroll to the beach, Botanic Gardens, schools, transport and Williamstown shopping precinct
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Newport
46A Schutt Street
YOUR OWN SLICE OF PARADISE! • Nestled in one of Newport’s most sought-aft f er, ft r tree-lined streets awaits a r, unique opportunity for one lucky k buyer to secure this impressive spacious ky home off f ering the perfect blend of location, lifestyle and low-maintenance ff living • Only a short stroll to Newport Railway Station and everyt y hing that Newport yt has to off f er, ff r including Mason Street cafes and shops, Newport Lakes, local r, schools and parks, plus quick and easy access to the CBD • Off f ering a wonderful blend of indoor/ ff r outdoor living, perfect for entertaining r/ with an open-plan kitchen and living area opening to a generous enclosed deck and lush established garden oasis complete with water feature • Flexible and spacious accommodation adds further to the appeal with up to four bedrooms on off f er including spacious master with walk-throughff robe and ensuite, plus second separate light-filled living area • Also features off ffff f-street parking for two cars including one garaged, hardwood floorboards, plenty of storage, stainless steel appliances, breakfast bar, r evaporative cooling, ducted heating and ceiling fans r, • With all this plus a beautiful cafe in the street only footsteps away, you won’t want to miss this one!
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Newport
2/55 Challis Street
TWO BEDROOM VILLA UNIT WITH PRIVATE COURTYARD • This bright, villa unit set in a block of just five, has been updated in a stylish way and is in immaculate condition • Comprising two generous bedrooms with built-in-robes plus an open-plan living and kitchen • The kitchen is near new and features a 5-burner gas cooktop, dishwasher, r r, lots of cupboard space and a great island breakfast bar • The living room is filled by natural light with a north-facing glass sliding door leading out to the rear courtyard • The bathroom has a shower over bath and is combined with the laundry • Fe F atures undercover off ffff f-street parking, split system heating and cooling, a shed, plus an undercover barbecue area • Excellently located by Challis Street shops and moments from public transport and schools
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Saturday 5 August at 10.30 55 G4 Saturday 29 July - 9.15 - 9.45
ENQUIRY CONTA T CT TA
Sunday 30 July - 11.45 - 12.15 $550 - $590,000 Katie Smith 0425 737 673 katies@williamsre.com.au
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For Auction or Sale Now Auctions - This Saturday 29 July 2/29 Dover Road
WILLIAMSTOWN
$385,000
SOLD!
Katie Smith 0425 737 673
37 Albert Street
WILLIAMSTOWN
Contact Agent
Wed 26 July - 5.30 - 6.00
Sat 29 July - 12.00 for 12.30
75 Cecil Street
WILLIAMSTOWN
$1m - $1.1m
Wed 26 July - 5.45 - 6.15
Sat 29 July - 1.00 for 1.30
55 Farm Street
NEWPORT
$1.2m - $1.3m
Wed 26 July - 5.30 - 6.00
Sat 29 July - 2.00 for 2.30
Auctions - Saturday 5 August 3/205 Mason Street
NEWPORT
$350 - $380,000
Sat 29 July - 11.15 - 11.45
Sun 30 July - 11.00 - 11.30
2/55 Challis Street
NEWPORT
$550 - $590,000
Sat 29 July - 9.15 - 9.45
Sun 30 July - 11.45 - 12.15
23 Rifle Range Drive
WILLIAMSTOWN
$900 - $950,000
Sat 29 July - 1.00 - 1.30
Sun 30 July - 2.00 - 2.30
Auctions - Saturday 12 August 16 Steele Street
NEWPORT
Contact Agent
Sat 29 July - 11.15 - 11.45
Sun 30 July - 11.45 - 12.15
46A Schutt Street
NEWPORT
$850 - $900,000
Sat 29 July - 12.00 - 12.30
Sun 30 July - 11.00 - 11.30
50 Peel Street
NEWPORT
$975 - $1,070,000
BUILD A DREAM HOME!
Michael Harvey 0425 737 672
5/13 Liley Street
NEWPORT
Contact Agent
Sat 29 July - 12.15 - 12.45
Sun 30 July - 12.30 - 1.00
Auctions - Saturday 19 August 4 Huxtable Av A enue
ALT L ONA NORTH LT
$1.1m - $1.2m
Sat 29 July - 11.15 - 11.45
Sun 30 July - 11.45 - 12.15
54 Victoria Street
WILLIAMSTOWN
Contact Agent
Sat 29 July - 2.30 - 3.00
Sun 30 July - 1.15 - 1.45
F rthcoming Auctions Fo 51B MacDonald Av A enue
ALT L ONA NORTH LT
$700 - $740,000
Sat 29 July - 10.30 - 11.00
Sam Wilson 0404 865 018
104 Champion Road
NEWPORT
$680 - $740,000
YOU CAN CERTA T INLY TA L AFFORD THIS ONE! LY
Katie Smith 0425 737 673
72 Graham Street
NEWPORT
Contact Agent
NEWPORT LAKES AT A YOUR BACKDOOR!
Lauren Wood 0411 648 509
2/499 Geelong Road
Y RRAV YA A ILLE AV
$410,000
Sat 29 July - 4.30 - 5.00
Michael Harvey 0425 737 672
102 Market Street
NEWPORT
$1,190,000
Sat 29 July - 10.30 - 11.00
Sun 30 July - 11.00 - 11.30
NEWPORT
$755,000
NEWPORT
$1,275,000
Private Sales The Mill Lot 30/6 Paine Street The Mill - Lot 38 and Lot 39/6 Paine Street
Sat 29 July - 9.30 - 10.00 at 75 Ferg guson St, Williamstown Sat 29 July - 9.30 - 10.00 at 75 Ferg guson St, Williamstown
Michael Harvey 0425 737 672 Michael Harvey 0425 737 672
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Williamstown
119 Hannan Street
A4 B3 C2
The Ultimate Family Entertainer! • • • •
Land 15.24m x 42.2m - 650m2 approx. 5 double bedroom home or 4 bedrooms with 3 separate living zones 3 bathrooms and flexible layout for a large family Enjoy the north facing aspect with in-ground pool and 2 outdoor entertaining areas • Excellent ROW access to garage and carport facility • Short stroll to Station, Shops, Williamstown Beach and Botanic Gardens
Auction Price Guide Inspect fi Contact
Saturday 12th August 12pm $1,950,000-$2,050,000 Thursday 6.00pm-6.30pm Sat 1.00pm-1.30pm 1-3 Douglas Pde, Williamstown. 03 9399 9111 Dean Stanley 0403 372 922; Sylwia Kapera 0450 015 265
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87 Pasco Street Williamstown
The Classics Are Always In Style The perennial elegance of this free-standing Victorian is matched by the beauty of its three generous double bedrooms and the modern excellence of substantial living spaces defined by polished floorboards, cathedral ceilings and a well designed open-plan kitchen. Hydronic heating delivers complete comfort to interior dimensions that flow to a fabulous under-cover deck and a low-maintenance courtyard garden on one of Williamstown’s widest, leafiest
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Saturday 29th July 11:00am $1,150,000 - $1,250,000 Saturday from 10:30am Marina Condic 0438 484 696 Craig Stephens Auctioneer 1/66 Douglas Parade, Williamstown 9393 1600
21 Curlew Av A enue. Altona
100 Market Street. Newport
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Positioned in the tranquil “birdcage estate� this 3 bedroom 2 bathroom home presents a proposition like no other. Set on 696sqm approx.. this home really is the ultimate blend of lifestyle, location and convenience. Auction Inspect Saturday 29th July Saturday 1:30pm 1:00 - 1:30pm
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Contact Mitch Av A ery-Druitt 0477 202 997 Gus Anile 0425 781 466
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Set on an allotment of 447sqm (approx.) of prime Newport Land, this family home presents multiple opportunities. Re-invent the property or use the land to build your dream home (STCA). Auction Sat 29th July 2:30pm
Inspect Sat 29th July 2:00-2:30pm
Contact Richard Anile 0433 328 738 Adrian Anile 0401 357 665
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1/13 Warrs Road. Maribyrnong 4A
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Spaces of significance, complemented by bright northern light and the beauty of brand new freshness, this superb residence enjoys its own frontage to a highly regarded street, between Highpoint and the parkland that borders the river. 1 of only 3.
Inspect Auction Saturday 12th August Saturday 29th July 11 - 11.30am 11.30am Contact Nick Meddis 0422 776 981 Marcus Fregonese 0432 732 495
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“BIRDWOOD ESTATE” 152-200 Bluff Road, St Leonards Bellarine Peninsula via Geelong Victoria Prestigious Bellarine Peninsula
Magnificent 43 Acres Zoned General Residential Schedule 1 Prime Rezoned Development Site • 43 Acres (17.4Ha) of elevated undulating land, identified for broadacre residential development • Town water and power connected ‘Birdwood Estate’ Situated in the blue ribbon heart of the prestigious Bellarine Peninsula. Residential St. Leonards a few hundred metres to Port Phillip Bay. 10 mins Portarlington (Ferry Service), 20 mins Queenscliff (Ferry Service), 25 mins Geelong, 40 mins Avalon Airport, 75 mins Melbourne CBD and International Airport
Ken Drysdale 0409 195 470 Web Id 17327109
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Expression of Interest closing Friday 11th August 2017 at 5pm Inspection: Strictly by appointment with Agent
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90 Osborne Street
bed 3 | bath 2 | car 2
Contact Agent Saturday 29th July 2:00pm - 2:30pm Adrian Butera 0409 099 791 Dee Gibson 0416 091 369 Compton Green Bayside: 9397 1600
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37 Dempster Street
bed 3 | bath 2 | car 2
$840,000 - $910,000 12:00pm Saturday 29th July 2017 On Site Wed 26 July 5:15pm-5:45pm & Sat 29 July 11:30am-12:00pm Dee Gibson 0416 091 369 Leon Kikyris 0412 410 239 Compton Green Inner West: 9314 1188
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PRE R SENTA RE TAT TA ATION PLUS/LARG R E ALLOTMENT! RG • 3 comfortable bedrooms • Spacious L-shaped lounge room with air conditioner • Appealing 2 pak kitchen adjoining meals area • Bright updated bathroom • Steel garage with separate workshop area • 1 bedroom self contained bungalow with toilet & shower facilities • Land size approx 672m2 • Development potential (STCA) • Brilliant location close to parks, Talintyre Road shops, schools & public transport
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7/38 ADELAIDE STREET, ALBION
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• 3 bedrooms all with BIR’s • Main bedroom with full ensuite & WIR • Spacious lounge room with gas heater • Appealing kitchen with stainless steel cooking appliances • Huge open plan kitchen, meals & family area • Bright updated bathroom, 2 toilets • Large brick garage • Brilliant location, close to parks, shops, schools & public transport Features: high ceilings, downlights, polished floorboards, venetian blinds, ducted heating, alarm, freshly painted throughout, pergola area with timber decking & garden shed
Features: day night roller blinds, ducted heating & water tank
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• One bedroom • Lounge room • Neat kitchen & meals area • Bright appealing bathroom • Car space (off street parking)
• One bedroom • Lounge room • Kitchen with meals area • Bathroom, laundry, toilet • Car park space • Currently leased at $1,018 p.c.m • Close to schools, shops & transport
• 3 bedrooms • Lounge room • Kitchen adjoining open meals area • Bright central bathroom • Double steel garage
• Three bedrooms • Lounge room • Dining room • Tw T o kitchens with meals area • Tw T o bathrooms & two toilets • Tw T o car park spaces • Close to schools, shops & transport
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INSPECT C CT By Appointment C NTA CO T CT TA C David Falcone 0413 116 717 MAP REF 25 J1
INSPECT C CT Saturday 10.00 - 10.30am C NTA CO T CT TA C Sang Do 0419 935 955 MAP REF 26 E11
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• Three bedrooms • Lounge & dining room • Kitchen & meals area • Garage & carport • Future development site (STCA)
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INSPECT C CT By Appointment C NTA CO T CT TA C David Falcone 0413 116 717 MAP REF 39 K3
INSPECT C CT By Appointment C NTA CO T CT TA C Sang Do 0419 935 955 MAP REF 40 F2
INSPECT C CT By Appointment C NTA CO T CT TA C Sang Do 0419 935 955 MAP REF 41 A1
BUILDERS R & DEVELOPERS RS R RS DRE R AM/HUGE 868M2 RE ALLOTMENT! • 4 spacious bedrooms • Comfortable lounge room with air conditioner & gas heater • Kitchen adjoining meals area • Separate dining room • 2 bathrooms, 2 toilets • Carport & single garage • Potential multi-unit development site (STCA) • Close to shops, schools & public transport Features: polished floorboards & stainless steel cooking appliances
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INSPECT C CT Saturday 1.00 - 1.30pm C NTA CO T CT TA C Sang Do 0419 935 955 David Falcone 0413 116 717 MAP REF 26 B10
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