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neighbours took up permanent residence in people’s lounge rooms and hearts best-known cinematic character, but Neighbours took up permanent residence in people’s lounge rooms and hearts, having been sold to 57 countries from Austria to Zimbabwe. Nowhere was it better received than in Britain, attracting up to 20 million viewers at its peak in the late ’80s.

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ray of sunshine and much-needed escape for Britain’s disaffected youth.

Its stars, Kylie Minogue (Charlene Mitchell) and Jason Donovan (Scott Robinson), dominated the British pop charts with I Should Be So Lucky and Nothing Can Divide Us respectively, while their duet Especially for You stayed in the charts for 14 weeks.

Even Suddenly Suddenly, the Angry Anderson power ballad that accompanied Charlene and Scott’s wedding, made it to No.3 on the British charts on the strength of the soap’s popularity.

It was the start of an Aussie invasion that went well beyond the backpackers of Earls Court. As Alwyn W. Turner noted in his book Rejoice! Rejoice!: Britain in the 1980s, Australian wine overtook sales of French wine and the rising inflection entered speech patterns.

But much more than promoting the sunny image of Australia, Neighbours has gently helped educate viewers with sometimes-controversial storylines tackling issues of domestic abuse, teenage pregnancy, alcohol, drug and gambling addiction, incest, eating disorders, bullying and depression.

In recent years it has also included openly gay and more culturally diverse characters to better reflect modern Australia.

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lipping over to the New Year on the desk calendar, there’s nothing guaranteed to age you more than a list of anniversaries of things that turn 20 in 2015 except, perhaps, the list of things that turn 30.

Can it really be two decades since the DVD was invented? The year 1995 also gave rise to the Macarena and JavaScript, and the first Toy Story movie was released.

Hugh Grant was infamously caught with a prostitute named Divine Brown on Sunset Strip in Los Angeles, engaged in what Time magazine called “felonious fellatious activity’’, and OJ Simpson was tried and acquitted.

Really, I hear you say, was it that long ago?

Rewinding further, to 1985, Michael J. Fox first took us Back to the Future, Nintendo released Super Mario Bros, and the very first version of Windows, Windows 1.0, opened up a whole new world.

This year also marks the 30th anniversary of Neighbours. The soap opera set in Ramsay Street, in the fictional Melbourne suburb of Erinsborough, first went to air on Channel Seven on March 18, 1985.

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If it’s not bad enough that we’re constantly being tempted by new-wave doughnuts and designer ice-creams, now they’re putting fat in drinks.

The fat-washing technique, which involves infusing alcohol with bacon, lamb or some other wickedly flavoured fat, is popping up in cocktails all over town. For a distinctly Aussie twist on the theme, try Nieuw Amsterdam’s roast lamb-inspired mint julep based on lamb-fat-washed bourbon, finished with mint and cracked pepper.

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entioning you’re on your honeymoon is a surefire way to get a hotel upgrade; that’s what my husband and I (happily) discovered during our trip of a lifetime to the US. But Adam – my husband of 10 days at the time – had plans to fill his stomach with more than just complimentary champagne.

“We need to go to Texas because there’s a famous barbecue place in Austin called Franklin Barbecue and all I want to do there is eat real American southern-style barbecue, and lots of it,” he said.

There are several differences between throwing a snag on the barbie and “smoking” meat the American way.

The various American methods involve cooking different cuts of meat including (but not limited to) beef brisket, pork shoulder and ribs for long periods – sometimes for up to 16 hours.

Dubbed low-and-slow, the meat is cooked at a low temperature with smoke from a wood fire in a pit barbecue or smoker – with no direct contact from a naked flame. Seasoning the meat with certain spices, or dry-rubs, also makes a difference to the end result of how the meat tastes.

As it turns out, American-style barbecue is certainly smokin’ hot in Australia. Jess Pryles, who runs the popular website BurgerMary, says the Melbourne barbecue scene is catching fire.

“I would say the trend started about three years ago and has made its mark in Melbourne in trickles,” she says.

“It’s a no-brainer why American southern-style barbecue is so popular – aside from the fact that it’s awesome and tasty, it’s primal and it’s meaty – and Australia already has a rich tradition of enjoying the process of cooking meat for friends and family.”

The 34-year-old Melburnian devours as much as she can on the subject: “I read about meat like people read Vogue.”

Pryles, who holds a communications degree, was looking for a personal creative outlet five years ago when BurgerMary was born. She started sharing pictures and stories of burgers and Bloody Marys she had indulged in while holidaying in Austin.

“The barbecue content followed very shortly after, but

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Meat \ Lamb rack provided by Peter Bouchier.

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unfortunately I had already picked the name by that stage,” she says.

Called a “meat expert” by CNN last year, Pryles is co-founder and vice-president of the Australasian Barbecue Alliance, creator of the international Carnivores Ball and a key speaker and qualified barbecue judge at high-profile American barbecue events.

She has split her time between Austin and Melbourne in the past four years and considers herself an honorary Texan.

“When my love of barbecue started progressing into a quest to learn more about barbecue, eating it more and understanding it more, it really necessitated me being over in Austin to move things to the next level,” Pryles says.

“I wanted to see how and where American southern-style barbecue came from, where the meat

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came from, and also develop an understanding of the different cuts of meat between Australia and America.”

Pryles is confident American barbecue could reach the level of Melbourne’s popular burger scene.

“There have been at least four new American-style barbecue places open in Melbourne that I know of in the past year, which is a lot considering how niche a food type it is.”

Pryles says American-style barbecue is big in nearly

every major city in Australia and is also becoming a legitimate hobby for many Australians – she’s spotted more smokers in barbecue retailers, more tools imported from the US and more experimentation with Australian flavours.

“If you are smoking meats at home, I would recommend being inspired by the way the Americans do it. If we respect our own core traditions, this will result in a much more permanent result for American-

meat your makers MEATMOTHER 167 Swan Street, Richmond, 9041 5393 OPEN \ Tuesday-Sunday MUST EAT \ Pasture-fed short rib » www.meatmother.com.au

TIPS FROM the top “It’s often better to let the meat speak for itself. Less is more when you are seasoning the meat because whatever else you put on it is really just an accent anyway.’’

“Meatmother was the first place in Melbourne to combine American-style barbecue with great craft beer and bourbon. While our wagyu brisket is the top seller at Meatmother, our pasture-fed short rib is an absolute knockout. We source our short ribs from Gippsland; the finished product is amazing and we’ve had top fine-dining chefs say it’s the best short rib they’ve ever tasted.”

– Prue Dimond, marketing manager

“When you’re cooking low-and-slow, allow yourself plenty of time and don’t rush the cooking process. It’s ready when it’s ready – just trust your instincts.’’

“I’ve always used entry-level cookers, including a Kamado Cooker, Bullet smoker and Weber Smokey Mountain Cooker, but you can go crazy with much bigger units if you have the space.”

FANCY HANK’S BBQ joint 456 Queen Street, Melbourne, 9348 9998 OPEN \ Every day MUST EAT \ Beef brisket » www.fancyhanks.com

– Matt Vitale of Southside Smokers

“Australians have always loved barbecue, but it makes sense that we would adopt traditional ways from the US when it comes to cooking American southern-style barbecue. Melburnians are adventurous when it comes to trying more interesting secondary cuts of meat, and slow-smoking is the best way to enjoy them. Our beef brisket is dry-spice-rubbed and smoked over chestnut timber for up to 16 hours.”

– Daragh Kan, owner BLUEBONNET BARBECUE 187 Johnston Street, Collingwood, 9972 1815 OPEN \ Thursday-Sunday MUST EAT \ Beef rib » www.bluebonnetbbq.com.au

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BBQ King: American-style barbecue connoisseur Matt Vitale earned a golden ticket to leading US competition.

“aside from the fact that it’s awesome and tasty, it’s primal and it’s meaty’’ - Jess pryles southern-style barbecue in Australia, rather than trying to replicate the exact flavours from overseas. Where’s the fun in that?”

Local foodie and barbecue cook Matt Vitale is certainly one Australian who has shown the world that Melburnians can cook.

In 2013, the Stonnington resident and his team, the Southside Smokers, took out the Redheads Melbourne Pro BBQ Cook-off, where more than 100

teams competed. This was Vitale’s golden ticket to compete in one of the biggest barbecuing events in the US – the prestigious 25th Jack Daniel’s World Championship Invitational Barbecue competition in Lynchburg, Tennessee. The Southside Smokers placed in the top 10 in the Chef’s Choice category for Vitale’s Italian-style porchetta.

“The Redheads competition was the first one we ever competed in, so winning it was a bit of a joke given I had created my team just as a bit of fun,” he says.

“From that first bite of southern-style barbecue, I wanted to bring the taste back to Melbourne and base my career around it. I was living in New York but I trained in Texas with Evan LeRoy and Thomas Micklethwait, well-known pit masters in America. You can’t go past our beef rib.”

– Christopher Terlikar, owner and head chef

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ince competing overseas, Vitale and his wife, Marg, have been hard at work organising the southern hemisphere’s first barbecue cook-off. The Melbourne Barbecue Festival, on February 1, will bring 16 teams from all over Australia to compete for the right to represent the nation at internationally renowned and invitation-only barbecue contests in the US. The competition is sanctioned by the world’s largest organisation of barbecue enthusiasts – the Kansas City Barbeque Society, which has more than 19,000 members around the world and endorses more than 450 events a year.

On the day, Vitale will also help seven representatives from the KCBS run the competition.

“This event is an exciting step forward for barbecue in Australia, given the presence of the KCBS,” Vitale says.

“American southern-style barbecue has been growing steadily over the past few years, so are hoping we can establish a link from this Melbourne event to the very well-established events that already occur in the US.” \ bvillarosa@theweeklyreview.com.au

BIG BOY BBQ Caulfield South, 9523 7410; Melbourne, 9670 9388; Richmond, 9425 9636 OPEN \ Every day MUST EAT \ Kansas City-style pork ribs » www.bigboybbq.com.au “We opened in September 2011 and pioneered American southern-style barbecue in Australia.

I think one contributing factor to the rise of American-style barbecue was the global financial crisis, which made people look for food options that represented value for money. Our pit masters smoke our meats in the Kansas City style. Our pork ribs are the ribs of choice.’’

– Lance Rosen, founder and pit master THE GEM BAR & DINING 289 Wellington Street, Collingwood, 9419 5170 OPEN \ Tuesday-Sunday MUST EAT \ Barbecue tasting plate » www.thegembar.com.au

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Hooked on meat: Melbourne’s Jess Pryles, has been declared a meat expert by America’s CNN.

“We’ve been doing American southern-style barbecue for two years and shipped our smoker over from Houston. It was custom built by by David Klose of BBQ Pits by Klose. Australians already have a thriving barbecue culture. Our tasting plate is a must try, served with a selection of five barbecued and smoked meats (think beef brisket and pulled pork), accompanied by five southern-style sides, for a true communal dining experience.”

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NEW HEIGHTS \ JO DAVY discovers that fun on rooftops doesn’t always involve a drink

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t’s been close to a decade since the opening of Swanston’s Street’s aptly named Rooftop Bar sent Friday-night drinks skyward during the summer months.

Discerning bar owners took note and Melbourne’s rooftops have since become some of the hottest real estate in hospitality, all operating under the baseless theory that drinks taste better at a higher altitude.

So popular is Melbourne’s rooftop bar scene that it might come as a surprise to some that fresh air and views do not discriminate against non-drinkers.

From farming to fitness, there’s plenty to do up on the roof that doesn’t involve a drink in hand.

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For the farmer The Pop Up Patch at Fed Square

The barren concrete slab topping Federation Square’s car park is proving fertile ground among inner-city green thumbs, thanks to an initiative from Fed Square and the Little Veggie Patch Co. The Pop Up Patch has about 140 vegie plots in recycled apple crates, available for inner-city residents and restaurateurs to rent for $25 a week.

Members get a fully prepared patch plus all the tools and seedlings required to ensure a bumper crop. Co-founder Mat Pember hopes to create a community of urban farmers through a calendar of regular social events, but they also encourage visitors, offering plenty of opportunities to get your hands dirty. Âť Car park rooftop, Federation Square, Melbourne

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In a scene that is straight out of a video game, Tech Assault Laser Skirmish transforms the Astroturfed rooftop of a city backpackers’ hostel into a war zone, where players strategise as a team to eliminate the opposition. Tech Assault runs pop-up laser skirmish sessions all over the city, but co-founder Lee Weller says the sunset and city lights make for a unique battlefield for teams or individuals. “As soon as we put the rooftop option on the table, people started going crazy for it,” he says. “We weren’t quite prepared for how popular it would be.” Tech Assault is yet to confirm dates for the next session, but spots fill up fast so check its website for updates. \ » Discovery Melbourne, 167 Franklin Street, Melbourne. www.techassault.com.au

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for the swimmer Adelphi rooftop pop-up pool party

There’s a novelty that comes with swimming out nine storeys above Flinders Lane that has had water babies crammed up one end of the Adelphi Hotel’s rooftop glass-bottomed pool for more than 20 years. Closing for renovations this year, the pool is celebrating its last hurrah (in its current form) with a series of Sunday sessions where you can cool off and watch the sun set. Adelphi bartenders have reinvented the cocktail wheel with a contemporary twist on 1970s classics, the perfect accompaniment to gourmet sausages on the barbecue. Weather dependent, the Adelphi pool bar will be open every Sunday until March 29 from 2pm until sunset. \ » Adelphi Hotel, 187 Flinders Lane, Melbourne. 8080 8888

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For the yogi Rooftop yoga at The Olsen hotel

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For the movie buff Rooftop cinema

It’s hard to imagine a more perfect spot from which to salute the sun than high above the hustle and bustle of the morning commute.

Rooftops in London and New York have been overrun by downward-dogging yogis in recent years so it was only a matter of time before Melburnians were chomping at the bit to master their pigeon poses from on high. Prahran hotel The Cullen had an overwhelming response to a rooftop session with US yoga sensation Patrick Beach last year and has plans to hold similar workshops early in 2015. Keep an eye on the Art Series Hotel Group’s Facebook page for dates. \

Surrounded by city buildings, underneath the stars, this could be the most cinematic spot to watch a film in Melbourne. For its ninth season, the rooftop of Curtin House will play host to cult classics and new releases sure to convert even the most indoor of types. Films screen until early April, with Oscar-nominated flicks The Imitation Game and The Theory of Everything Everything,, 1980s favourite Ferris Bueller’s Day Off and Ryan Gosling’s abs in Crazy, Stupid, Love among the highlights. Lounge back in the deckchairs, enjoy the food and drinks on offer, and spare a thought for the poor sucker stuck at work in the office next door. \

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t’s a scorcher of a day. It’s so hot hipsters are shaving off their beards. You have two options: hide inside with your air-con or hit the water. For those of us without a pool or those with (can I be your best friend?) who want to add some splash to summer, there are plenty of spots to show off the new Christmas togs.

CHILL OUT WATER \ CHLOE BOOKER finds some hot spots to cool off this summer

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Claimed as the fastest-growing sport in the world, stand-up paddle boarding, or SUP, presents the best of both worlds. You are out on the water having fun, and working on your tan while you’re at it. And you’ll finish feeling good about all the exercise you have done.

Keeping your balance while rowing on large surfboards is much harder than it looks, but, hit a good gust of wind and it’s all smooth cruising, hair flowing, and looking fine. If you’re game, break out your yoga poses or bring your dog along for the ride. » Stand Up Paddle Boarding HQ at St Kilda or the Yarra Boathouse. Phone 0416 184 994. supb.com.au » WSUP at Geelong Waterfront, Portarlington, Queenscliff, Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads.

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From jumping to snorkelling, rock pools promise hours of fascination and fun. The Mornington Peninsula’s back beaches provide stunning formations.

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a two-tiered rock jump where thrill seekers plunge into a pool of gorgeous green clear water below. To the side is a small beach where you can watch the daredevils perform tricks. Just make sure you test that the water level is safe before jumping in.

Nearby, at Sorrento back beach, the rock formations at low tide have mini-waterfalls to sit under, warm pools perfect for exploring and more jumps.

Half Moon Bay

The first time I went to Half Moon Bay, I arrived in the middle of a hot summer’s night. It might have been partly due to the tequila but, when the sun came up, I thought I was in Europe. The crystal-clear water against a backdrop of towering sandstone cliffs in a secluded enclave to the right of the beach is like a little piece of Italy, only with the view of Altona.

This Black Rock beach even gets a mention by Cat Empire in The Wine Song: “Grab your bucket, grab your spade. We’re heading down to Half Moon Bay.” If you

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are lucky, you might be treated to similar musical beats on the sand as this spot is popular for beach parties.

If that’s not your style, there are more family-friendly spots closer to the pier.

Pound Bend, Warrandyte

We can thank gold pillagers for creating the perfect rockpool spa to kick back in on a sunny day. Bordering the Warrandyte State Park is a horseshoe bend section of the Yarra River that almost forms a loop.

In 1884, the Evelyn Tunnel Mining Company built a tunnel through the narrow section, diverting the river with the aim of dredging the riverbed for gold. The treasure found was just enough to break even and the company was wound up, but the extra flow of the river means you can be propelled downstream along shallow rock pools like a natural waterslide (beware of the current after rain).

Otherwise, spend your day switching between putting your feet up on the rocks with the water rushing over you and lazing on the shady riverbank.

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Come on. They have been nagging you since the start of summer. Take the rug rats for a day trip to a water theme park. Geelong’s Adventure Park has an array of water slides from fast to cruisey, an interactive “splash zone” for babies and toddlers, and out-of-water activities such as go-karting, mini golf, archery and Galactic Games World with a huge range of arcade games. Funfields at Whittlesea features slides, a water playground and tobogganing. » www.adventurepark.com.au » www.funfields.com.au Kiddies’ pools

If all else fails, shops such as Kmart and Target sell an array of blow-up kiddies’ pools. Grab some ice from the servo and chuck it in with some water from the hose.

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This summer, hordes of Melburnians will turn their backs on overcrowded festivals and opt instead for small-scale niche events that, alongside line-ups of local and international acts, serve up everything from craft beer to gourmet vegan hotdogs.

From inner city laneways to the state’s picturesque rural regions, boutique music and arts festivals are building cult followings thanks to their carefully curated line-ups, unique settings and atmosphere.

“The world needs more little festivals,” Commonground Festival director Carl Scrase says.

“Festivals are all about connection – connection to nature, connection to friends and connection to culture … the bigger you get, the harder it becomes to create that festival magic where people connect easily.”

Set in regenerated bushland an hour north of Melbourne, the 300 tickets to last year’s festival, which serves as a fund-raiser for the Commonground non-profit organisation, were quickly snapped up.

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danced to some amazing musicians close-up, had space the likes of Kurt Vile, Autre Ne Veut and Warpaint on to relax in the fresh country air and not had to spend all the banks of the Maribyrnong River. their time waiting in queues,” Scrase says.

Such beautiful environments enhance the experience Brian ‘BT’ Taranto is the colourful promoter behind of the music, ensuring the memories linger. Setting Williamstown’s Out on the Weekend and Tallarook’s plays a large role in the curation of boutique festivals, boutique camping festival, Boogie. Taranto pinpoints something that sets them apart from the likes of Big Day good services, quality food and drinks at reasonable Out or Stereosonic. And there are few festivals that do it prices, and “a happy vibe” as key to a great festival. better than Golden Plains.

“Sadly there have been so many festivals with terrible The sister festival of the dearly beloved Meredith, service that people are used to crap. It’s terrible standing Golden Plains is also held at the Meredith Supernatural in a huge line to get a drink or buy a T-shirt. So if Amphitheatre, albeit in the slightly cooler climes you step it up a bit and put a bit of love in there, of March. Its stated aim is to “take you to higher The I think people are very appreciative,” he says.

Celestial Plains”, and is home to the Pink world Rather than courting attention, Boogie’s Flamingo Bar, the Meredith Eye and ‘The needs more directors “intentionally un-promote” the Boot’ – when a boot is raised “if the artist on festival, preferring to cater to their existing stage is doing something special”. little loyal fan base. This has proven a magic Held over the Labour Day long weekend, festivals formula for the festival. this year’s instalment will see Village People, “Boogie (festival-goers) get to create it, they Something for Kate, DJ Shadow and Courtney get to make their own event. We put on bands and we Barnett performing in the ‘Sup’. have the food and the booze and entertainment. But, a Music lovers are spoilt for choice over the Labour Day bit like Meredith, you get to choose your own destiny weekend, when the 39th edition of the iconic Port Fairy there,” Taranto says.

Folk Festival will be held. Dating back to 1977, making Though it now ranks as one of Australia’s most it Australia’s longest-running music festival, the line-up recognisable niche festivals, Laneway’s beginnings were includes Archie Roach, Ash Grunwald, David Bridie modest to say the least. and American singer-songwriter Madeleine Peyroux.

Its roots date back to 2004, when Jerome Borazio, Its charm is in its tradition – co-founder Jamie McKew owner of erstwhile Caledonian Lane dive bar St picked Port Fairy as it was his grandmother’s home Jerome’s, decided to put on a series of Sunday shows town and offered “small halls, a community centre, with mate Danny Rogers, featuring the likes of The historic pubs, wonderful camping and generally a Avalanches, Architecture in Helsinki, The Presets and traditional atmosphere”.

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And though not quite as old, the closer-to-home The first official Laneway Festival, in 2005, pulled a Brunswick Music Festival also offers plenty for the crowd of 1400; the next year they expanded to Sydney summer music fan. It kicks off on March 1 with the and welcomed international artists on the bill. Fast Sydney Road Street Party, which blocks off one of the forward to 2013 and the festival had expanded to its city’s busiest thoroughfares in celebration of the City of fourth country – the US – alongside Singapore, New Moreland’s rich performing arts culture. \ ilane@theweeklyreview.com.au Zealand and five Australian cities. dpaproth@theweeklyreview.com.au The 2014 edition featured a killer line-up, including

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St Kilda foreshore are especially recommended.

Comedian Catherine Deveny’s life would be “Each season has different things. I love “it’s the duller without her beloved bicycle. In 2012, riding in the winter, it’s cold, it’s crisp, you’re closest Deveny initiated Pushy Women, a speaking rugged up. You just feel like such an explorer. thing to event that celebrates women and cycling, And summer of course is fantastic for going flying” presented with Brunswick-based non-profit to the pool – get in your bathers, grab the kids, group the Squeaky Wheel. throw a towel over your shoulder and off you “Riding is faster than walking, cheaper than go,” she says. public transport, cheaper than driving. It’s the closest “Often when I go out it’s the ride coming home thing to flying that there is,” she says. that’s the most magical part of the night. Sailing Alongside events and Pushy Women excursions, the through the streets like you’re flying, it reminds you Squeaky Wheel also runs learn-to-ride programs and of A Midsummer Night’s Dream. That kind of trippy road skills and confidence training. Founder Pip Carroll experience in warm, balmy weather; you just want to applauds the City of Melbourne’s efforts to improve take your clothes off and ride around in the nude.” safety, and says riding is “really quite easy” if you have Bicycle Network Victoria’s routes and trails expert the confidence and skills.

Iain Treloar also has his share of suggestions for “Everything we do is designed to reframe the those looking to get on their bike this summer. bike-riding experience as easy, enjoyable and integrated Treloar’s favourite time to ride is early evening, just with other aspects of city living, not just a pursuit in before sundown. service of itself,” she says.

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has cooled just enough to be perfect for riding,” he says.

“Because it’s warmer, there are more bike riders out and about, and everyone’s looking absolutely blissful and smiling at each other, thinking ‘How good is this?’”

Deveny is keen to point out that “the road is for everybody”, not just motorists or Lycra-clad weekend warriors.

“I’m a commuter cyclist, so I wear a skirt and boots and lipstick, and look great. All my kids ride. We don’t have a car at the moment and we get around on our bikes. It’s a great way to navigate the world,” she says.

“I ride like I live my life; I’m very confident and I’m very optimistic. I love riding down Sydney Road.”

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“There are great places to stop and take a breather, it’s super scenic, there are animals to stop and talk to and it’s incredibly tranquil despite being only a few kilometres out of the city,” Treloar says.

He’s also a fan of the Merri Creek Trail, enthusing about its quietness and the way it twists through leafy gullies. Nice stops along the way include the CERES Community Environment Park in Brunswick East and the Brunswick velodrome.

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As for Deveny, a typical ride for the Coburg resident is down the gentle slope of Sydney Road and through Princes Park “under those beautiful leaves”. From there it’s choose-your-own-adventure; into the city, along St Kilda Road to Prahran, or perhaps cutting right at the National Gallery and heading for Elwood beach.

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Morrison Kleeman \ 9431 2444

Price \ $1.7 million – $1.9 million

Private sale

Fast facts \ Substantial builder’s-own house on more than 10,000 square metres; built in 1997 and updated over the past two years; main bedroom with walk-in wardrobe, en suite and private terrace; in-ground pool and spa; outdoor entertainment area with barbecue, bar and living space; poolside home theatre with full kitchen and bathroom; workshop and garaging for 12 cars.

Yarrambat \ 23 kilometres from the city

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n the late 19th century, Yarrambat drew crowds looking for gold; today, large subdivisions and prestigious houses on the outskirts of our thriving metropolis appear to be worth their weight in it.

If this luxuriously appointed builder’s-own house is anything to go by, offering space (more than 10,000 square metres), opulent finishes (Caesarstone, granite, and plantation shutters) and facilities (pool, spa, poolhouse/ home theatre and outdoor entertainment oasis), Yarrambat is setting a high bar for lifestyle capital.

The benefit of this builder’s-own departure is a legacy of attention to detail, regular maintenance and rejuvenation and a bespoke environment finely tuned to a family’s (most extravagant) needs. The 1997-built house has been updated in the past couple of years; new paint all over and sparkling bathrooms enhance the overall new feel throughout.

The 60-square single-storey floor plan is spacious without being unruly or impersonal. The house wraps around a pool and spa that make a great backdrop for the living areas.

Interiors with polished hardwood floors and high ceilings are warm and inviting, with grey and mocha tones offsetting classic cream. Floor-to-ceiling windows clad in plantation shutters add to the luxurious and well-finished spaces.

Natural light is at a premium throughout. A high, glass ceiling in the entry floods the space with light – including the study and lounge that branch off either side of the foyer. The four north-facing bedrooms are split into groups of two at each end of a hall. Three have en suites and two have walk-in wardrobes. The fourth, with built-in wardrobes, desk and shelving, would double as a great study. The corner main bedroom suite has a large walk-in wardrobe, en suite, and french doors to a private terrace shaded by silver birches.

The open-plan living areas are a highlight. With defined family, meals and rumpus spaces, the kitchen is at its heart.

Coffered ceilings and bulkheads break up the spaces, and the semicircular form of the kitchen is created by a curved granite island bench and corresponding bulkhead.

Integrated appliances and Smeg and Gaggenau stovetops equip this hub. A full wet bar takes care of the drinkers.

A wall of glass hugs the open-plan area, and french doors lead out to a covered terrace and the poolside. The terrace has a glass balustrade for uninterrupted views. An entertainment pavilion beyond is an outdoor living space complete with bar, barbecue and wood-burning pizza oven. More stretches of glass showcase the expanses of the property’s acreage.

On the other side of the pool, a home theatre complex provides year-round enjoyment. A full kitchen with Ilve cooker and stone benches, and a bathroom, allows for a self-contained party that can be opened to the poolside via a wall of bifold doors.

Anyone with a fleet of cars will be excited by the five garages that can house up to 12 cars. There is plenty of space for a workshop and other leisure craft if one doesn’t have a full fleet.

The great floor plan of this house will suit families of all ages, and entertainers will find all the room and amenities they need to host events on a large or small scale. There might even be gold to be found. \ EMMA HOUGHTON property@theweeklyreview.com.au

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PROPERTY ID » 2011627607

Price \ $680,000 – $730,000

Private sale

Catering for a growing family is this property’s pleasure, both in and out of doors. The 20-year-old house enjoys abundant light, while recent refurbishment offers a modern update. Thick paintwork adorns the brick façade, and a slate-paved porch introduces the inviting interior. To the left of the central hallway, linked lounge and dining rooms flow into open-plan kitchen, meals and family areas. To the hall’s right, the main bedroom has a walk-in wardrobe and en suite.

The main bathroom has a spa bath and separate toilet. The contemporary kitchen features Caesarstone benchtops and Miele and Ilve appliances, and glass sliders open the family area to the entertainers’ balcony. On the lower level, a double garage, workshop, powder room and enormous rumpus room should excite. A kidney-shaped pool and spa, pergola, barbecue terrace, water tanks and established greenery adorn the backyard, and the quiet cul-de-sac is within strolling distance of Nillumbik Park and Diamond Creek Primary School. \ KAY KEIGHERY

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PROPERTY ID » 2011655022

Price \ $880,000 – $920,000

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There’s no need for a family to compromise on sophisticated space in this new townhouse. On the high side of the street and at the front of the block, the two-storey residence is designed to maximise vast northerly views and minimise maintenance while giving everyone room. Neat gardens and a bluestone pathway herald the brick-and-render façade. The front lounge has coffee-coloured carpet and a bay window framing wonderful, mountain-range outlooks. With polished floorboards, a wide gas-log fireplace and a sleek Caesarstone and stainless-steel kitchen, the open-plan rear adjoins a courtyard through glass sliders. Upstairs, a study nook opens to the panoramic front balcony; two bedrooms with built-in wardrobes share a bathroom, and the main bedroom woos with a walk-in wardrobe and double-vanity en suite. A double garage, powder room, laundry, heating and cooling, ducted vacuum and solar panels augment modern-family allure. Residents can stroll to Miss Marie Café, Rosanna station and Rosanna Primary School. \ KAY KEIGHERY

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MACLEOD \ 63 GRESSWELL ROAD

GREENSBOROUGH \ 70 TALLOW WOOD DRIVE

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Barry Plant \ 9467 5444 Price \ $980,000 – $1.07 million Sale by set date \ February 10 at 6pm

Buckingham & Co \ 9435 0999

PROPERTY ID » 2011680015

Price \ $590,000 +

Auction \ February 7 at noon

Bushland views and birdsong promote harmonious living in this as-new residence POSTCODE adjacent to Gresswell Habitat Link in Springthorpe Estate. The landscaped front garden makes an impressive introduction to the cool, contemporary façade. The backyard, with artificial lawn and a cracker of a cubby, is low on upkeep. Wallpaper in the entrance, repeated in the stairwell, sets the stylish interior tone. Ground level comprises a lounge, a powder room, a laundry and open-plan kitchen, dining and living.

The carpeted lounge has a gas log fireplace, and polished floorboards light open-plan areas.

A wraparound deck, linked by glass doors to family areas, has a built-in barbecue, timber seating and a water feature. All second-storey rooms have treetop aspects. The main bedroom has a walk-in wardrobe and en suite, and children’s bedrooms open from a large retreat. Other features include quality appliances, stone benchtops, and heating and cooling. \ KAY KEIGHERY

If you fancy lounging poolside in a Bali hut without having to take a plane, check out this long-held property. With palms, rockeries, solar-heated pool and spa, and an entertainers’ pavilion complete with thatched roof and café blinds, the backyard offers Balinese-style leisure minus the baggage. There’s a carport connected to the double garage, and the house presents solidly in brown brick. Entry is via a long balcony. Looking over this balcony through full-length windows, the main bedroom has built-in wardrobes and an en suite with a spa bath. The winter hub is the cosy central lounge with its open fireplace and wood box, while high sloping ceilings and big windows render the open-plan rear (kitchen, dining and family areas) voluminous and bright. Off the family area, an elevated deck takes in the backyard scenery. The lower level bolsters family attraction with a huge rumpus room. Zoned for St Helena Secondary College and close to Greensborough Plaza, the house has ducted heating, cooling, alarm, water tanks and solar electricity. \ KAY KEIGHERY

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Price: $880,000 - $950,000 .................................................................

Sale by Negotiation .................................................................

OFI: Sat 12.15-12.45pm .................................................................

Agent: Daniel Leibowitz 0428 812 636 .................................................................

Price: $620,000 - $680,000 ................................................................. : Offers Close Wednesday February 18 .................................................................

OFI: Wed 5-5.30pm; Sat noon-12.30pm .................................................................

Agent: Daniel O'Regan 0403 662 260 .................................................................

Price: $670,000 - $740,000 .................................................................

Sale by Negotiation .................................................................

OFI: Sat noon-12.30pm .................................................................

Agent: Brad Pearce 0409 679 414 .................................................................

Price: $500,000 - $550,000 .................................................................

Auction: Saturday February 14 at 11am .................................................................

OFI: Thur 5.15-5.45pm; Sat 10-10.30am .................................................................

Be greeted by swaying palms at this substantial house that has views to Kinglake Ranges. It includes lounge, dining, open-plan living and rumpus.

With multiple living spaces, a choice of outdoor zones, a prized court position and direct access to parklands, this house has everything for everyone.

This feature-packed family house offers expansive indoor/outdoor living areas to cater for families of all ages.

Buyers can jump for joy with a perfect landing on Fosbery. Rent out, renovate, rebuild or redevelop (STCA) on an irregular north-facing rear 744sqm block (approx).

Let's eat lunch @ Eira Café Lounge, 1 Pryor Street Let's eat dinner @ Nongkhai Thai, 931 Main Road Let's drink coffee @ Volumes, 70 Commercial Place

Let's eat lunch @ Urban Grooves, 99 Grimshaw Street Let's eat dinner @ Café Spice, 4/118 Main Street Let's drink coffee @ Caffiend, 13/23 Civic Drive

Let's eat lunch @ Platters, 1/67 Main Hurstbridge Road Let's eat dinner @ Indian Hub, 4/24 Chute Street Let's drink coffee @ Piccolo Meccanico, 57 Chute Street

Let's eat lunch @ Lower Plenty Hotel, 4 Main Road Let's eat dinner @ Suwan Thai, 82 Lwr Plenty Road Let's drink coffee @ Gina's Café, 81 Main Road

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MACLEOD \ 28 HERITAGE COURT Like a gumleaf whistle to a Skippy fan, this impressive property adjoining the La Trobe Wildlife Sanctuary is sure to get bushwalkers bounding. The two-storey house, built in 2009, has sunset views over giant redgums. Its rear gate leads to the walking path alongside the sanctuary, a peaceful spot for communing with kangaroos and emus.

Its interior virtues are just as solid. The breezy communal areas include formal living and dining rooms, family and rumpus rooms, a covered deck and a first-floor playroom with three built-in cupboards. The living room has a Heat & Glo gas log fireplace, and the family room opens to the deck where a stainless-steel Turbo barbecue awaits.

In the kitchen, the Smeg range’s steely looks are enhanced by a marble mosaic splashback and cream cabinets topped with stone. There’s a Bosch dishwasher and a walk-in pantry.

The four bedrooms are upstairs, and pleasantly bright in white with beige carpet.

The cream-tiled bathroom has separate bath and shower. The main bedroom has an en suite with shower and a walk-in wardrobe. Storage is a hallmark of this house, which has two storerooms plus shelves in the double garage.

Fitness freaks and families will enjoy this gloriously bushy neighbourhood, which is home to the Macleod YMCA, beautiful parks and good train and bus links. \ ALISON BARCLAY

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PROPERTY ID » 2011689332

Price \ $870,000 – $930,000

Sale by set date \ February 3 at 6pm

15 Gresswell Road, Macleod 4

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Price: $800,000 - $860,000 .................................................................

Auction: Saturday February 14 at 11am .................................................................

OFI: Wed 5.30-6pm; Sat 12.30-1pm .................................................................

Agent: Annalise Newell 0402 937 607 .................................................................

Price: $1.129 million .................................................................

Private sale .................................................................

OFI: By appointment .................................................................

Set among established gardens, this truly impressive example of lifestyle living will comfortably accommodate your large or growing family.

Expansive living spaces, natural light and garden views are the keynotes of this family residence on a landscaped block in the Springthorpe Estate.

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AUCTION THIS SATURDAY ELTHAM 40 Park West Road

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A renovation to this elevated home will reward you with not only stunning views but also a premier location so close to Eltham train station, central Eltham, Edendale Farm, renowned schools and Eltham North Reserve. With the master bedroom and spacious lounge capturing amazing views, you can enjoy the leafy surrounds while you roll up the sleeves and plan your bright future in this entry level residence. The home also has gas heating and an air-conditioner.

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ELTHAM NORTH 44 Banks Road

Saturday 31st January at 12.00pm $450,000 plus buyers 750m2 approx Thurs 6 - 6.30pm Sat 11.30 - 12pm Peter Don 0410 609 006 Jeremy Cleaver 0403 199 511 1004 Main Road, Eltham 9439 4022

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This renovated family home on 1/2 acre (approx) in a quiet Eltham locale boasts electric gated entry, circular driveway and attractive landscaped gardens. Accommodation includes granite kitchen with s/steel appliances, meals/family, theatre room, 4 robed bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, powder and 2 covered alfresco areas. Extras include bamboo flooring, ducted heating/ vacuum, air-con, wine cellar, kids’ playground, double garage/workshop, and boat/van parking. Close to shops, schools, bus, train, and parklands.

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Saturday 7th February at 1.00pm $720,000 plus buyers 2020m2 approx Thurs 7 - 7.30pm Sat 2 - 2.30pm Peter Don 0410 609 006 Jeremy Cleaver 0403 199 511 1004 Main Road, Eltham 9439 4022

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ST HELENA 8 Winga Place

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On a quiet court within SHSC zone, this well-presented family home features 2 living spacious zones, practical kitchen/meals, 4 robed bedrooms (main ensuite), 2 bathrooms, and laundry. Outside boasts a large BBQ zone adjoined by spacious lawn and easy-care garden.

Additional features include ducted heating, evaporative cooling, neutral décor, garden shed, double carport and off-street parking. Close to St Helena shops, schools, Greensborough Plaza and Ring Road – be quick!

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GREENSBOROUGH 70 Tallow Wood Drive This spacious family home within SHSC zone features 3 living zones, fabulous outdoor entertaining area and solar heated pool. The lightfilled interior includes fireside lounge, spacious kitchen/dining/family room, 3 robed B/Rs, 2 bright B/Rs, and rumpus. A Bali hut overlooks the pool, and lush landscaped garden, extras incl. ducted heating/ cooling, solar electricity, alarm, water tanks, remote double garage, and carport. Close to bus, Greensborough Plaza, and Ring Road.

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BRIAR HILL 2/8 BeaconsďŹ eld Road

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A superb low maintenance 1st home, downsizer or investment opportunity, this home offers a full length veranda, bright and inviting lounge, kitchen/meals with gas cooking and wall oven, 3 bedrooms (2 with robes), and central bathroom. A covered alfresco area provides year round flexibility overlooking the large securely fenced courtyard garden.

Extras include ducted heating, air conditioner, and tandem carport.

Close to Briar Hill shops, bus, Greensborough Plaza, train, and Ring Road.

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HEIDELBERG 2 YELLOW BOX TERRACE Individually designed and constructed is this 4 bedroom plus study contemporary home set on a manicured garden allotment of 783m2 (approx). Brilliantly zoned open living with vaulted ceilings offers ample space for dining, and the fireside lounge plus alfresco entertaining area overlooks the in-ground pool. The central granite kitchen includes stainless steel SMEG appliances. The master bedroom offers dual WIRs and en-suite with bespoke doors. Two further robed bedrooms easily access the main family bathroom, whilst the fourth bedroom is complemented by the fitted study.

Extras include ducted heating, air-conditioning, security system, wine cellar and double garage with internal access. Property website: www.2yellowboxterraceheidelberg.com

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MACLEOD 28 HERITAGE COURT This sensational family home set within the iconic Springthorpe Estate is immersed in serene bushland offering a lifestyle that effortlessly interacts with nature, all less than 15 kilometres from Melbourne´s CBD. The 2-storey interior features 4 spacious living zones, quality kitchen (stone bench tops and stainless steel appliances), 4 robed bedrooms, 2 bright bathrooms, study nook and powder room. A covered alfresco deck invites year round enjoyment observing wildlife and glorious sunsets. Extras include ducted heating/cooling/vacuum, manicured garden and double garage/workshop. Just moments from La Trobe University, tram, train and bus - enjoy private bushland serenity, with every town convenience. Website: www.28heritagecourtmacleod.com

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HEIDELBERG 5 / 191 CAPE STREET Located in one of Heidelberg’s most sought after pockets is this fantastic, low maintenance, two bedroom townhouse enjoying privacy with front and rear courtyards. The residence offers an open plan feel with entry into the spacious living area which flows into your kitchen/meals space (stainless steel appliances and gas cooking) overlooking the rear courtyard perfect for entertaining.

Upstairs provides two spacious robed bedrooms (master with balcony access), Euro style laundry and renovated bathroom.

Features include polished timber flooring throughout the living and bedrooms, gas heating, plus a large remote controlled single lock-up garage. Website: 5-191capestreetheidelberg.com

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HEIDELBERG 8A OLIVE GROVE Commanding an elevated corner position with own street frontage and making the most of valley views is this quality built 3 bedroom townhouse. Downstairs living includes lounge, quality kitchen (marble bench tops & stainless steel appliances) plus light-filled dining / family room enjoying direct access to the alfresco entertaining courtyard. Upstairs bedrooms comprise master (robes, full en-suite & private balcony) and two further generous robed bedrooms serviced by the family bathroom. Extras include ducted heating, cooling, garage (internal access) and extra off street parking, all only moments from Burgundy Street shopping, Austin Hospital, Zone 1 trains, schools, La Trobe Uni and parks.

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GREENSBOROUGH 10 BIRRAKAY COURT Boasting two spacious living zones and a fabulous outdoor entertaining zone (complete with spa terrace) amid stylish landscaped gardens, this family home enjoys a quiet court location just minutes from Greensborough Bypass/Ring Road, Greensborough Plaza, bus, train and beautiful Plenty Gorge parkland trails. Featuring warm timber flooring and contemporary decor, it provides fireside lounge, kitchen/dining (stainless steel appliances), three robed bedrooms (master with walk-in-robe and en-suite), study plus a modern family bathroom. With ducted heating, air-conditioner, double carport and garden shed, this home is conveniently located. Act quickly and let the fun begin!

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MONTMORENCY 1 / 66 MOUNTAIN VIEW ROAD

Tucked behind a pretty picket fence with its own street frontage, this attractive single level home presents an easy low maintenance lifestyle, just a short walk from Were Street. The spacious lightfilled interior comprises three robed bedrooms, two bathrooms, open plan kitchen/dining/living zone (gas cooking, wall oven and dishwasher), separate lounge, plus laundry with courtyard access.

A covered deck leads to the paved and securely fenced rear courtyard, while extras include ducted heating, air-conditioning, new carpet and integrated double garage. Close to train, bus, shops, schools and Petrie Park, this home is a standout.

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ELTHAM 9431 1222

ELTHAM 2 NYORA ROAD Set amid mature 740m2 (approx) gardens, this Eltham home is an inviting family haven. A full-length verandah leads inside to a well maintained interior comprising lounge/dining (OFP), open kitchen/ meals/family zone (white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances and wood fire), 4 robed bedrooms (master with en-suite) and modern family bathroom. A north-facing deck overlooks the private rear garden, while a powered under-house space is perfect for wine cellar, storeroom or hobbies. Extras include split system heating/ cooling, solar electricity, good-sized secure carport and easy access to the bus, central Eltham shops, schools and train.

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Oozing charm, bursting with light, and located merely 9 minutes walk from central Eltham, this home provides 2 generous bedrooms, family bathroom, kitchen/meals, north-facing living area, 9ft ceilings, polished timber floors throughout, split system heating and cooling, plus landscaped rear yard.

This fully updated residence boasts light-filled living areas, off street parking for 4-5 cars and the opportunity to simply move in and enjoy with nothing to do! It has 3 bedrooms (main with WIR and en-suite), 4th bedroom/rumpus, L-shaped lounge and dining, plus kitchen/meals zone that leads to the alfresco space.

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Tue 17 February 6:00pm unless sold prior Saturday 12:00 - 12:30pm Photo ID required Aaron Yeats 0400 067 024 John Haley 0417 352 312 ELTHAM 9431 1222

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RESERVOIR 9/15 Chenies St Avail NOW $380PW 3BR, ensuite, cooling & single garage. Contact Meaghan DOREEN 11 Nurture Avenue Avail NOW $380PW 4BR, theatre rm, coling, dble gge & alfresco area. Contact Amanda BUNDOORA 211/11 Copernicus Cres Avail 4 Feb $390PW 2BR, a/ a a appl, cooling & reserved car park. Contact Belinda MERNDA 8 Hickling Drive Avail NOW $400PW 3BR, rumpus, study, A/ A C & double garage. Contact Amanda ELTHAM 1149 Main Road Avail NOW $415PW 3BR, A/ A C, D/W / courtyard & double garage. Contact Di /W IVANHOE 3/16 Ford Street Avail NOW $420PW Renov 2BR, bthrm/laundry & single garage. Contact Julie-Anne H’BERG HEIGHTS 2/17 Burns Court Avail 1 Feb $440PW 3BR d/storey, ensuite, PBs & single garage. Contact Steven IVANHOE 1/31 Jellicoe Street Avail NOW $450PW 3BR, D/W / , FBs, gas cooking & OSP. Contact Belinda /W DONVALE 6 Leslie Street Avail NOW $450PW F/painted 4BR, ensuite, D/W / , D/H & double carport. Contact Di /W IVANHOE 1/141 Maltravers Rd Avail 27 Jan $495PW 2BR, renov kit, PBs, D/W / & carport/OSP. Contact Julie-Anne /W IVANHOE 1/91 Beatty St Avail 26 Jan $500PW Near new 2BR, study, cooling & garage. No Pets. Contact Steven IVANHOE 4/1011 H’berg Road Avail NOW $510PW 3BR, cooling, garage & car space. No Pets. Contact Steven ROSANNA 2/44 Mountain View Pd Avail NOW $620PW 3BR, PBs, 2 bthrms, cooling & double garage. Contact Di

M’MORENCY 2/57A Buena Vista Gv Avail NOW $1,000PM Main street exposure, 70sqm office space, cooling, kitchenette & OSP. Fugure excludes GST & Outgoings. Contact Steven MONTMORENCY 14/4 Binns Street Avail NOW $1,200PM New 20sqm shop front/office, kitchenette, parking space & remote roller door. Contact Steven WATSONIA 2/2H Lambourn Road Avail NOW $13,600PA Quality 45sqm office suite, storage/filing room, cooling & kitchenette. Figure excludes GST. Contact Steven ELTHAM 1/31 Peel Street Avail NOW $27,500PA 210sqm approx office space, cooling, new kit/security sys, zoned Industrial 3. Rent & Outgoings only. Contact Steven ELTHAM 2/38 Bridge Street Avail NOW $30,000PA Approx 171sqm showroom & warehouse area, kitchen/lunchroom & parking at door. Contact Steven GREENSBOROUGH 5/137 Main St Avail NOW $40,800PA Modern, bright fitted out shop. Plenty of car spaces. Contact Steven HEIDELBERG 46 Burgundy St Avail NOW $48,564PA Shop 180sqm approx, retail/w / arehouse space, loading dock & /w parking. Figure excludes GST & Outgoings. Contact Steven

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ELTHAM 8/5-7 LUCK STREET

Elevated with panoramic views to the Dandenong Ranges, this is one of the last remaining allotments in the Diamond Ridge Estate. This recently titled land is ready to build on, so let your creative flair begin and design your dream home today. Located in the St Helena school zone. Other blocks available.

So convenient with easy living literally at your door step this comfortable townhouse is just perfect. Well appointed with open plan living, high ceilings giving a sense of space, private low maintenance courtyard & the very best in location. This is the ultimate opportunity for the investor & owner occupier alike.

METHOD PRICE CONTACT

METHOD PRICE INSPECT CONTACT

$360,000 Justin Booth 0417 034 369 Peter Koiker 0418 382 959 DIAMOND CREEK 9438 1133

Tue 17 February at 5:00pm unless sold prior $360,000 - $400,000 Thursday 6:00 - 6:30pm & Saturday 11:00 - 11:30am Photo ID required Justin Booth 0417 034 369 Robyn Johnson 0417 387 890 DIAMOND CREEK 9438 1133

Greensborough 5 Kerta Close

3 Bed ~ 2 Study ~ 2 Bath ~ 2 Car

Super Flexible, Family Friendly Floorplan It’s very rare to find a house that is all things to all people…but this could be the one! Set in the Apollo Parkways estate and boasting gated access from the rear yard to a vast council reserve, it includes a choice of two open outdoor zones, an enclosed alfresco and a balcony with views to the hills. The choices increase when you step inside, with a super flexible floor plan offering formal living, family meals, rumpus, gym/home office, study, hobby room and three bedrooms sharing two bathrooms.

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OFFERS CLOSE INSPECT CONTACT

Wednesday February 18 at 7.00pm Wednesday 5.00 - 5.30pm Saturday 12.00 - 12.30pm Daniel Leibowitz 0428 812 636 Amy Felton 0413 151 611

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ROSANNA 114 Lower Plenty Road ABSOLUTE PRIME RETAIL WITH UPSIDE! A truly unique opportunity to acquire a retail building of 70 sqm (approx.) in the heart of Rosanna’s commercial precinct. Situated on a generous allotment of 189 sqm (approx.), the property offers a versatile rear yard via a right-of-way offering scope to further develop (subject to council approval). First class tenancy mix including Commonwealth Bank, Westpac Bank, Pizza Hut and Frost’s Pharmacy. To be sold with Vacant Possession.

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Friday 20th February at 1.00pm

Inspection

Thur 5pm-5:30pm

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HEIDELBERG HEIGHTS 4/38-40 Bamfield Road

MACLEOD 56 Aberdeen Road

PERFECTLY PROPORTIONED - INDOORS & OUT! An unbeatable opportunity for first-home buyers, downsizers and investors; featuring 3BRs, 2 bathrooms, powder room, living room, dining, well-appointed kitchen, heating, alarm, remote-control double garage and courtyard garden with paved alfresco area.

AFFORDABLE RETAIL - OCCUPY, DEVELOP OR INVEST! Positioned in thriving shopping strip opposite parkland/train station, this property of 58 sqm (approx.) on land of 211 sqm (approx.) offers the opportunity to further enhance and add value (STCA).

Excellent lane-way access at rear with on-site parking. To be sold with Vacant Possession.

Auction Inspect Contact

Saturday 21st February at 12.00pm Sat 11-11:30am John Levingston 0410 978 144

ESR $510,000-$540,000 Office 9459 5666 | 9497 3222 Brad Pearce 0409 679 414

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Friday 20th February at 12.00 noon Thur 5pm-5.30pm Paul Evans 0408 144 181

Office 9497 3222 Tim Mitchell 0417 339 986

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IVANHOE 1/15 Dudley Street

VIEWBANK 8-12 Fosbery Crescent

CONTEMPORARY ELEGANCE, REFINED ENTERTAINING One of three with own street frontage, this breathtaking two-level home boasts sizable bedrooms (downstairs main with ensuite), upstairs lounge, entertainment deck, stone kitchen, ducted heating, air-conditioning, plantation shutters, auto awnings, and DLUG. For Sale Inspect Thu 6-6:30pm, Sat 10-10:30am Contact James Davis 0405 687 817

Office 9497 3222 | 9459 5666 Damien Carter 0438 850 166

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LARGE CORNER SCOPE IN THE COLLEGE ZONE Buyers can jump for joy with a perfect landing on Fosbery as this classic 3BR home with rear/side ROW is ready for you to achieve your goals. Rent out, renovate, rebuild or redevelop (STCA) on an irregular north-facing rear 744m2 block (approx).

Auction Inspect Contact

Saturday 14th February at 11.00am Thu 5:15-5:45pm, Sat 10-10:30am Brad Pearce 0409 679 414

ESR $500,000-$550,000 Office 9459 5666 | 9497 3222 Sue Lacey 0412 898 202

Greensborough Unit 2, 3, 5, 6/33-35 Vermont Parade

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Set in one of the more affluent sections of Greensborough are these upmarket townhouses which are ideal for the executive couple or astute investor. investor Featuring 2 good sized bedrooms, kitchen/meals, separate living area, lockup garage, (study to unit 5) and ample court yard these modern townhouses meet the demands of the modern buyer. buyer Extras include stone bench tops, Tasmanian oak hardwood floors, heating/cooling and full landscaping.

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Positioned close to shops, two train stations, recreational facilities and the new state of the art aquatic centre, the opportunity is here for you to secure a great buy. buy Complete and ready to move in now - Enquire today to avoid disappointment.

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View Thursday 6-6:30pm, Saturday 11-11:30am Chris Papas 0434 587 902 Rob Stefanovski 0417 522 088 raywhite.com | 9401 5200

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BUNDOORA 14 YALTARA AVENUE "Ticks all Boxes" In one of Bundoora’s best pockets this 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2 formal living area home is stylishly presented and set in sunbathed grounds. This adaptable and accommodating home offers a flexible floor plan for the perfect family. Walking access to Mont Park and Plenty Road precinct, it is sure to put this property in high demand. As you walk through the door of this immaculate home you are welcomed with stunning polished floorboards that lead you through to the living room, featuring a fire place. Down the hallway finds three bedrooms with BIR which allows plenty of room for a growing family. An expansive open plan dining and kitchen that will keep hungry troops happy.An added bonus at the rear of the home is something truly for your imagination: it is another massive living area adjoining a fourth bedroom with ensuite and WIR which offers flexible options.

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MACLEOD 63 GRESSWELL ROAD Springthorpe Luxurious Living At Its Best!

The stunning facade commands your attention while the engaging living zones cater for any family gathering.The formal lounge upon entry provides an ideal place to relax , indoor living flows to outdoor with such ease as the central kitchen (boasting quality appliances, pantry and stone benches) is complimented by a huge dining room and family room both leading through to outdoor entertaining area and overlooks a stunning landscaped rear yard. Upstairs offers a further living zone and four fantastic sized bedrooms, master offering oversized, fitted walk in robes plus gorgeous ensuite. Features include polished timber floors, high ceilings, gas fire place, ducted heating, cooling, split air conditioning, water tank, double garage with remote control, loads of storage & more!

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METHOD Tuesday 10th February at 6:00pm unless sold prior PRICE $980,000 - $1,070,000 INSPECT Thursday 6:00-6:30pm Saturday 1:00-1:30pm Photo ID required CONTACT Cathy Liu 0402 529 753 BUNDOORA 9467 5444

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Yarrambat 10 Golf Links Drive Family Perfection In A Premium Location This luxuriously appointed builders own home blends contemporary excellence with innovative architectural design delivering a focus on poolside living and an easy care lifestyle. The perfect layout for every stage of life, four bedrooms, three bathrooms and numerous living spaces are complement sparkling in ground pool served by a self contained pool house and a superb entertainers alfresco. Set on 2.5 acres (approx) complete with garaging for 12 cars, it is the ideal opportunity for discerning buyers seeking premium living.

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Private Sale Inspect Saturday 2:30 - 3pm ESR $1,700,000 - $1,900,000 Contact Shane Leete 0419 118 302 Office 2/86 Grimshaw Street, Greensborough 9435 7666 Web propertyinprofile.com.au/10golflinks

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Greensborough 24 Sugar Gum Boulevard The Ultimate Family Entertainer This lavish home in a prestige pocket provides an easy, private and luxurious lifestyle with all the bells and whistles.

Designed for maximum living with minimum upkeep, the clever floorplan introduces a fitted theatre room, family living with a pristine kitchen flaunting solid stone waterfall surfaces, sitting room with gas log fire and a teen retreat. Four bedrooms provide plenty of accommodation while a superb a poolside alfresco with a bonus Balinese inspired day bed, ensure the best of outdoor enjoyment.

Expressions Of Interest: Offers Close Tuesday 17th February at 6pm (Unless Sold Prior)

Eltham / Greensborough / Doreen

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Eltham North 6 Burrawang Rise Luxuriously Large For The Biggest Of Families Set on 1300m2 (approx) in this peaceful, prestigious court, in the St Helena College zone, this magnificent home is defined by light-filled living levels enjoying spectacular views and a fabulous combination of indoor-outdoor spaces delivering enviable options to entertain in style. With three expansive, free flowing living areas, stunning stone and NEFF equipped kitchen guaranteed to please the fussiest chef and five bedrooms, two boasting full ensuites there´s no need to compromise on the finer things in life.

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Private Sale Inspect Saturday 12:30 - 1pm ESR $1,050,000 - $1,150,000 Contact Tony Duckw k orth 0417 564 787 kw Office 968 Main Road, Eltham 9431 2444 Web propertyinprofile.com.au/3burrawang

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Plenty 3 Grevillia Grove Luxury, Lifestyle And Location Family focused and finished to an exacting standard, this outstanding home on a wonderfully generous 1000m2 allotment features a palm fringed pool overlooking landscaped gardens for just a touch of resort style living. Totally private and perfectly positioned in a prestige pocket close to all amenities, it offers a desirable combination of generous accommodation and free flowing, spacious casual and formal living areas complementing a vast outdoor zone, delivering exceptional indoor-outdoor living and entertainment options.

Eltham / Greensborough / Doreen

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Private Sale Inspect Thursday 5:30 - 6pm & Saturday 12:30 - 1pm ESR $950,000 - $1,050,000 Contact Ciaran Brannigan 0410 544 478 Office 2/86 Grimshaw Street, Greensborough 9435 7666 Web propertyinprofile.com.au/3grevillia

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Diamond Creek 3 Daina Court A Modern Classic Classically styled, this intelligent residence produces warm, engaging spaces incorporating generous outdoor precincts and smart family zones. Complementing a vast formal lounge with open fire, and separate study/ y 4th bedroom or even a y/ possible formal dining room, an Ilve equipped kitchen finished in stone, timber and stainless steel that overlooks an enormous casual living precinct. An entertainer´s pavilion accompanies a generous outdoor deck, all surrounded by beautiful gardens. Three bedrooms, attractive bathrooms, ducted heating and cooling and a large double garage with mezzanine storage provide an enviable lifestyle in a brilliant court location.

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Private Sale Inspect Thursday 6:30 - 7pm & Saturday 1:30 - 2pm ESR $630,000 - $690,000 Contact Ciaran Brannigan 0410 544 478 Office 2/86 Grimshaw Street, Greensborough 9435 7666 Web propertyinprofile.com.au/3daina

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Viewbank 173 Graham Road Impressive Lifestyle In The College Zone Set among established gardens, this truly impressive example of lifestyle living offers three expansive living areas, five bedrooms sharing two bathrooms, and a deluxe stone kitchen to comfortably accommodate the largest family. The perfect family home, it is located in the Viewbank College zone and surrounded by sporting grounds, local shops, parks, the Yarra and its relaxing environs, and quality schooling options to cater for all ages from kindergarten through to secondary.

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Rosanna 94 Beverley Road Gracious Living. Great Location A combination of gated access to Rivergum Walk for an easy stroll to parklands and the Yarra, and an expansive entertainers deck with an outlook to the Dandenong´s providing the perfect back drop for stunning sunrises, this family home delivers something special. Boasting a separate, sizable studio and set on a 589m2 allotment (approx), a short walk from the Greville Road Village and within easy reach of Heidelberg´s Burgundy Street and Viewbank College, it offers a sought after blend of lifestyle and entertainment options.

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Saturday 14th February at 11am Wednesday 5:30 - 6pm & Saturday 12:30 - 1pm Gayle Blackw k ood 0408 776 070 kw 968 Main Road, Eltham 9431 2444 propertyinprofile.com.au/173graham

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Greensborough 31 Amiet Street A Great Combination Of Style And Space Beautifully presented inside and out, this classic character weatherboard has been designed to accommodate and entertain. Buyers will appreciate the bus at the end of the street, school an easy walk away, close proximity to Greensborough, updated kitchen with stainless steel rangehood, three bedrooms, sparkling family bathroom and fitted laundry. Complemented by recently polished floorboards and fresh paint, the home showcases a formal lounge plus a huge alfresco which effectively doubles the living spaces, whatever the weather.

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Private Sale Inspect Saturday 11:30am - 12pm Contact Leigh Maher 0400 663 599 Contact Monica Diosi 0413 331 282 Office 2/86 Grimshaw Street, Greensborough 9435 7666 Web propertyinprofile.com.au/31amiet

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Eltham 118 Ryans Road Constructed by local artisans and set on a 1368.81m2 allotment (approx), this warm, welcoming mudbrick offers study, four bedrooms, three bathrooms, new Smeg kitchen & large living with separate dining, in rambling cottage gardens.

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Diamond Creek 1/34 Chapman Street Get ready for a size surprise with lots of lawn, large private entertainers deck and plentiful parking! Preferably street front, this perfectly presented package offers the ideal blend of comfort and convenience with casual and formal living areas, and schools, shops, and station all within an easy walk.

Eltham / Greensborough / Doreen

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Saturday 12:30 - 1pm $965,000 Gayle Blackw k ood 0408 776 070 kw Graham Morrison 0417 101 997 968 Main Road, Eltham 9431 2444

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Yallambie 20 Arthur Streeton Drive This spacious property will accommodate more than most with a unique floorplan than provides two homes under one roofline or a spacious residence for the largest of families.

In Viewbank College zone. Expressions Of Interest: Offers Close Monday 16th February at 6pm (Unless Sold Prior)

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CX-5 MAXX

$30,990^ DRIVEAWAY runout

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BT-50 T 50 4X2 diesel single cab chassis XT

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CX-9 CLASSIC AUTO

$25,990* DRIVEAWAY

$34,990° DRIVEAWAY

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Multi-Function Commander

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Offers apply to stocked units only. Offers expire 31 January 2015. † Free Registration and Compulsory Third Party Insurance are for 12 months only. ^ 2014-build CX-5 Maxx manual. * 2014-build BT-50 4x2 Single Cab Chassis XT manual with Mazda genuine alloy tray. ° 2014-build Mazda6 Sport Sedan Auto. ~ 2014-build CX-9 Classic FWD. Offer applies to vehicles purchased at the manufacturer’s recommended delivered price and is not available in conjunction with any offer or discount.