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GREAT SCOT! Former Five:am yoghurt king and now whisky entrepreneur, Melbourne’s David Prior has launched Pure Scot, the first release from his Bladnoch distillery in Scotland. Blended with a mix of young and old malt and grain whiskies from across Scotland, this modern interpretation can be drunk in traditional style, or blended and mixed in cocktails. Pure Scot is offering three bottles, valued at $89 each. ●

CHERRY ON THE CAKE Be among the first to ring in the new year at Australia’s best boutique electronic music festival, Let Them Eat Cake. Werribee Park’s sublime gardens will see the likes of DJ Tennis, Jon Hopkins and Ben Ufo fire up the stage in a stellar line-up of acts on New Year’s Day. Eventbrite, the world’s leading online ticketing platform, is giving away a double pass worth $320. ● » Let Them Eat Cake, Werribee Park, January 1, 11am-10.30pm. www.letthemeatcakenyd.com.au

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Melbourne is celebrating the launch of an outdoor deckchair cinema that will be perched in style on artificial turf in the QV square until February. One lucky TWR reader plus three mates will enjoy a night out valued at $388, with dinner at award-winning Red Spice Road (up to $300), two scoops of ice-cream each from Movenpick and four free passes to a movie of their choice. Our selection: Best in Show, screening on December 12, Show when dogs will be invited along to strut their stuff for a best-dressed dog fund-raising competition. ●

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This week we’re getting into the festive spirit with an extravagant host of giveaways. Starting on our Eat.Drink.Play.Love page, we have a bonanza prize up for grabs, including a pass to boutique electronic music festival, Let Them Eat Cake, three bottles of Pure Scot whisky, jewellery from Ixtlan and Sue Sensi, and a QV Outdoor Cinema dinner and movie package.

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fracas, his explosion of temper, his hasty exit from the school grounds. He had a sweet face and a direct gaze. A friend tells me that a teacher he knows reckons he can figure out in a matter of moments just who he will be able to teach and who he can’t by the look he sees in the children’s eyes – those who are switched on, those who are not. This boy had a light on inside, but he seemed so wounded.

What could I do to help?

If he had to write the list of pluses and minuses in his life, how would the list come up? He thought about this: 50/50, he decided.

Fifty-fifty! Why, I knew high-functioning adults who were getting by on this ratio of crap-to-joy and they were considered major successes! A slightly bigger smile this time. If he was at 50/50, then his nose was above water and he was breathing – and that’s not bad.

He didn’t want a coffee, he didn’t want something to eat. Yes, he had something warmer in his backpack to put on. But, he wanted to know something: “Why are you being so nice when you don’t even know me?”

I guess we could all wax lyrical about the good old days when people stopped to help each other, when neighbours looked out for each other, when everybody knew your name, as the TV theme goes. But maybe those days didn’t really exist either. Maybe kindness from a stranger has always been remarkable because random acts of kindness have always

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been remarkable. Is kindness in this boy’s life so foreign that when it comes from an unfamiliar face it seems simply bizarre?

After a little chat (your sentimental columnist had a little cry, and so did he), my new friend decided to return to school. I hope he felt supported enough to own what he did and to try to make the changes he needs to own his future.

As you know, I am a sentimentalist: one who cries at tissue commercials and has an eternal soft spot for the Christmas movies of Frank Capra and Douglas Sirk.

I don’t need it to be December to stop in my street and ask a shivering young kid if he’s OK, but now that it is the month of the nativity, I gently to urge you to consider doing the same.

I’ll be leaving some tea and sympathy outside my house this Christmas Eve, along with the carrots for the reindeer. A very happy Christmas and see you in the New Year. ● Virginia Trioli is co-host of ABC News Breakfast on ABC1 and ABC News 24, 6-9am weekdays

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he young man slumped on the footpath had the carefree, flyaway blond hair of Leif Garrett. Those of you of my vintage will immediately understand the deep impulse I felt to go over and sit at his side.

OK, it wasn’t just that the ’70s teenage girl deep inside me felt deeply compelled: his bloodied knuckles, miserable eyes and shivering, badly dressed frame told a clear and unhappy story. There is a school for kids who have gone a bit off the rails nearby, and we often see (and hear) their struggles with the expectations and demands of a traditional institution. They don’t all cope there. Sometimes, it seems to me, the worst place some of these kids can be is in the middle of that angry war zone.

Was he OK? Waiting for something, or for someone? He shook his head and stared at the ground, insisting he was fine. What did he punch to get those bleeding knuckles?

A window. Did the window punch back?

A small smile.

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on the simple act of being – feeling the thud of my feet as I walked, or the swoosh of water against my body when I swam – I realised my mind kept losing focus and I was thinking about what I was going to cook later that night for dinner.

And through this intense soul-searching process, I discovered that that’s all I do, really. I plan dinner.

Sure, the process is nuanced enough – sometimes I’m thinking about whether or not I need to get celery for the shepherd’s pie, sometimes it’s whether there is any pasta in the pantry at home, sometimes it’s whether I feel mother-love and the nurturing-goddess when I cook, or just plain hunger, but the end game is always the same.

It’s always about dinner.

The mindfulness program is clearly very useful for people who need to organise and process difficult emotions, and I have my share of those. But not everyone can manage it. How can you think about nothing when there’s so much to think about, and so much to do, and so many dinners to cook?

What I’ve discovered is I am not so much an “empty bowl” meditator – someone who, in mindfulness speak, imagines their mind

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How can you think about nothing when there’s so many dinners to cook?

for example, or looking at the dust floating from the ceiling to the carpet, how do you know when it’s time to get up and out of that moment because you need to be somewhere else, in another moment. Plus it makes you sleepy and, as I often found, extremely hungry.

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started the year with the express intention of being more present in my daily life.

Inspired by all the mummy bloggers and part-time-Buddhists-onholiday-in-Bali on my feed, I was planning a year where I focused on the experience of every moment, where I would take the time to feel the sand between my toes, the tension in my shoulders, the sheer joy of my children.

I remember, back in January, walking around the park listening to a mindfulness tape, filled with positivity about what this new zeitgeist lifestyle/philosophical phenomenon was going to bring to my world. Plus I have always loved colouring books, so I had so much to look forward to.

Looking back now, with Christmas upon me and a to-do list as long as my arm, I realise my intentions were misguided. If you are always present in the minutiae of your life, how do you plan ahead? How the hell do you get things done?

Every time I stopped multi-tasking, planning, diarising and organising to focus

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and body to be an empty bowl so they achieve a state of blissful nothingness. I am much more interested in imagining what I might put into that bowl and whether or not I should use chilli.

This being-present-in-your-daily-life thing makes a mockery of all the other things we’re supposed to be – goal-focused, productive, efficient, on time, reliable. If you are busy being caught up in a moment, crawling around on the floor with your kids,

I failed at being present. But we sure had some nice dinners this year.

Happy holidays, all. I’m looking forward to next year’s zeitgeist. ● khall@theweeklyreview.co.au

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71 Main Street, Greensborough 9434 2258 THE VIBE \ A family-owned Italian cafe and pasticceria that feels very cool and authentic.

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THE FOOD \ I had a delicious salad sandwich made fresh and followed it with a huge apple strudel.

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es, we queued. Twice. A 90-minute wait, with another 90 minutes likely, was too long the first time. Just over an hour wasn’t so bad the second.

Hawker Hall, the latest extravaganza by the Lucas Group (Chin Chin, Baby, Kong) is a dramatic renovation of a former Windsor furniture store. Witty neon signs that suggest a hawker market, festoon lights, exposed brick, trusses and a thumping soundtrack keep the mood energetic.

The exceptional floor team shows signs of hoarseness and occasionally exhaustion. But credit to them, at one week old, this 160-seat restaurant that fills its tables a few times over every night operates like clockwork. Walk-in restaurants by good operators are catnip to Melburnians. (Bookings are available for groups of 10 or more.)

And the food? The street-food concept might have been overworked in parts of our city, but the hawker dishes of Singapore and Malaysia are well-represented, and reasonably priced, here.

There were four of us, and yet the menu was too deep (56 savoury options and five sweet ones) to mine. Pork and water chestnut dumplings were exceptional, with oyster sauce and crispy garlic flecks. I have no reference by which to judge three golden-battered curried potato cakes, but they were delicious and I will forever try to replicate their winsome five-spice mayonnaise. The Hainanese barbecue chicken was better-loved by our top-level chilli eaters. The Malay coconut beef rendang shines for its rich, fiery sauce and the beef and black bean stir-fry set us a new benchmark.

Beers and cocktails are the right drink choices for this food. There are 16 taps on offer, accompanied by tasting notes. The cocktail list deserves closer attention than my one watermelon-filled attempt.

Would we queue again? Very likely. ● LEANNE TOLRA ltolra@theweeklyreview.com.au

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Christmas We’re giving away our annual 12 wines of Christmas and this is a set of wines I really enjoyed tasting. This year we’re giving away three packs of the 12 wines on this page, worth $228 each. You may be familiar with the wineries, but you won’t find many of these at the chain stores so visit your nearest independent wine merchant or enter to win at theweeklyreview.com.au ● BEN THOMAS TO ENTER ER \ Go online and tell me which wine I rate 93/100.

First up is well-priced French fizz from Burgundian producer Andre Delorme. The NV Brut Reserve Blanc de Blancs NV ($17.50, 89/100) is all chardonnay and all too easy to drink.

The floral 2015 Skillogalee Riesling ($22, 93/100) is bursting with intense lemon and lime flavours, with refreshing, zippy lime and mineral-laced acid.

The 2014 Swinney Ingenue Riesling ($26, 91/100) is highly floral – and delightfully drinkable. Crisp and grippy, it flows with fine structure and chalky grip.

Quarisa Johnny Q Sauvignon Blanc 2015 ($11, 89/100) mixes passionfruit, gooseberry, pawpaw and herbaceousness to subtle effect. It’s crisp and refreshing.

From Provence, the 2014 Chateau des Ferrages Rosé ($25, 92/100) is incredibly drinkable. Subtle blood orange, aniseed, herbes de provence and red berry flavours are textural and savoury.

Sevenhill Inigo Merlot 2013 ($20, 91/100) will turn a few heads with rich mulberry, mocha and rose oil aromas. It has bold mulberry, blackcurrant and plum flavours, firm tannins and a herbal finish.

Rocca Ventosa Pinot Grigio 2014 is from Italy’s T Terre di Chieti ($10.50, 90/100). It’s textural and has zippy and tasty mid-weight stonefruit and lemon flavours.

The 2013 Jack Estate Cabernet Sauvignon ($17, 91/100) has dusty, minty notes. Black- and redcurrant and chocolate flavours.

Maxwell Wines’ 2014 Silver Hammer Shiraz ($18, 92/100) is McLaren Vale shiraz in full-bodied glory. Black and blue fruits, vanilla, spice and chocolate flavours.

Ros Ritchie’s perfumed 2015 Whitlands Pinot Gris ($22, 92/100) is packed with character.

It’s smooth and energetic, with focused cut pear, stem ginger, lemon zest and smoke flavours.

Margaret River’s Juniper Crossing Cabernet Merlot 2013 ($17, 92/100) is right in the zone as a two-year-old – highlights are its structure, light fuzzy tannins and food-friendly acid.

The 2013 Woodstock Shiraz ($22, 92/100), with its blackberry, blueberry and liquorice bullet characters, is intense, balanced and compellingly drinkable.

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THE READ Now this is a cookbook any Australian foodie would love to find under the Christmas tree. Neil Perry shares his family’s spicy prawn tortilla recipe, Margaret Fulton whips up her classic sponge, and George Calombaris proffers a rather challenging rice pudding.

But The Great Australian Cookbook’s 100 contributors, 165 recipes and 81 locations also feature local food heroes such as vanilla and cinnamon growers, prawn and sardine fishermen, bakers, hoteliers and farmers. Recipes for lamingtons, laksa, dumplings, stews and curries celebrate our diversity, plus there’s delightful photography and the knowledge that royalties will benefit food distribution charity OzHarvest.

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Royal Elixir, a two-month-old tea store by Sri Lankan specialty tea company Imperial Teas Group, offers 10 core green and black teas and a vast collection of ingredients for tea blends and tisanes. Add ginger to your own green tea blend, or vanilla and rose petals to your favourite black tea, learn about cooking with tea and understand the history and origins of different types of tea. Taste your tea as you create your Christmas blend.

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This five-kilogram panettone should keep a few members of the family happy during the festive season. Made by Milanese confectionery company G. Cova & C. to a traditional recipe since the 1930s, its delicate brioche-style dough is filled with the finest dried fruit, nuts and a hint of dark chocolate.

Online retailer Raw Materials, based in Footscray, stocks 750-gram and one-kilogram versions, but has offered a limited-edition five-kilogram panettone to The Weekly Review’s December Hamper winner.

Melbourne’s Marriott Hotel opens the doors of its cafe space, Country Bred on Lonsdale, to an intimate dining experience every Thursday night. Table for 12 was created for guests travelling alone for business, or couples and small groups seeking to experience fine dining in the company of others. The intimate setting features salvaged materials and rustic furniture and is set to elegant formality each week. Chef Amit Laud creates a four-course degustation, with matched wines, for $99 a person. The menu changes monthly and includes dishes such as peanut-butter risotto and slow-cooked meringue with lemon curd.

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Some of Melbourne’s best-loved personalities share their festive plans & memories with SAR AH HARRIS Michala Banas

Just like Phar Lap, we’ve claimed New Zealand-born actor Michala Banas as our own. She’s won our hearts in a host of TV roles from Always Greener and McLeod’s Daughters to Winners & Losers and Upper Middle Bogan. Now she is about to hit the big screen in the feature film Nowhere Boys: The Book of Shadows.

Shannon Bennett

For the restaurateur and author, best known as the three-hatted head of the Vue de Monde group, Christmas is very much about time with his family – partner, actor Madeleine West and their six children Phoenix, Hendrix, Xascha, Xanthe and 12-month-old twin daughters Xahlia and Margaux.

What will be on the table?

How will you be spending Christmas?

“This year I will be in Auckland with my family. It has been a couple of years since I’ve been home with them and I have a four-year-old niece and a one-and-a-half-year-old nephew, and I am really excited to spend it with them.”

Best festive memory?

We used to be allowed to ask for one present at Christmas and the idea was, if we were really good, we would probably get it from Santa. This particular year I was crying my eyes out because I couldn’t decide. Mum said, ‘Why don’t you tell me what they are and Santa can choose’. Clearly I was somewhat of a girly girl and a tomboy because I desperately wanted a pink tutu and plastic motorbike from our favourite TV show ChiPs. There is a photo of me sitting on the floor wearing my tutu with my arm around the motorbike. It was like the best day of my life.

I think the best day to celebrate Australian culture is Christmas Day. We will have a mixture of different food cultures on the table, including Lebanese and South American dishes.

I’m a huge fan of David Thompson’s Thai Food and there is one particular recipe for an ocean trout cooked in coriander and caramel that will be back on the menu this year. There will also be my mum’s Christmas pudding.

Most memorable Christmas?

When I was eight and dad decided he would cook the turkey to give mum a break. He didn’t realise that inside the turkey was a plastic absorption bag. He put it on the Weber at 7am and, come lunchtime, the bag had expanded so much it blew the lid clear off the Weber and bits of turkey went everywhere. Mum’s pudding saved the day. We still laugh about it. I don't think it's a coincidence that from that Christmas on I started to get really interested in food.

What's on your wish list?

What’s on your Christmas wishlist?

It’s a bit cheesy but I love anything my niece and nephew make. Little drawings, things made out of egg cartons would be great. ●

A new sashimi knife. My last one broke after someone used it to cut a lemon. You should never cut anything acidic with a sashimi knife because it eats into the carbon. ●

» Nowhere Boys: The Book of

» Shannon’s new book about London, is due for release in February. www.vuedemonde.com.au

Tiffiny Hall

Since winning the Raw Comedy competition in 2006, the besuited lass from Smithton, Tasmania has inched her way into our hearts and lounge rooms, most recently as …

Hannah in ABC's Please Like Me.

The blonde dynamo first burst onto the scene in Gladiators and is now a favourite fixture on The Biggest Loser.

But the 5th-dan-level taekwondo instructor has other titles tucked under her black belt, with four children’s novels and five non-fiction books to her credit.

What’s in store for Christmas?

What’s the plan for Christmas?

My dog Doug, my mum and I are having a road trip to Adelaide to see my sister and her family. My dad is flying over to join us because, you know … dad and mum and dog in car.

For the first time my husband (Ed Kavalee, actor and radio host) and I are actually skipping Christmas with our families and going to Bali. It is about the only time in the whole year we get a break and our schedules match up, so we will be on the beach having coconuts and a seafood brunch. I can’t wait!

Most memorable Christmas?

I was in grade 5 and was supposed to get a bike because, although as youngest of five it wasn’t a given, it was my turn. Santa had previously brought me Roger Dodger – a BMX bike repurposed from my older brother, Hamish, after he scraped half the rust from the handles. I was still riding Roger Dodger, who was getting very rusty and very small, when I put my foot down to stop and snapped my anterior cruciate ligament. I had to have a total knee reconstruction.

This was in November, but I was still expecting a bike. I didn't get a bike, but I did get a dog which was a better present. His name was Ronnie Barker and he stayed with us for 16 years.

Biggest Christmas surprise?

It would have to be the year when my sister Bridget and I had noticed our mum Jeanette had been quite tired and sort of dropping the ball a bit. I remember on Christmas Day we said, ‘What’s wrong with you, mum, why are you so tired?’ – bear in mind I grew up in an incredibly active family of black belts – and she said, ‘I’m pregnant’.

As a 15-year-old I was like holy moly!

My mum was in her 40s. The idea of having a baby in the house shook my entire world.

What do you hope for under the tree?

What present would make you smile?

Company! I moved twice in the past year and have culled everything. I don’t want any s***. Now I have said that out loud I am expecting quite a few goats from World Vision. ●

I have seen in Myer that you can get personalised Nutella with your name on it for $12 and I would love some of that – because everyone thinks I am a health nut so no one ever gives me chocolate or anything delicious at Christmas. ●

» Please Like Me, 10pm, Thursdays on ABC. hannahgadsby.com.au

» Tiffiny’s book You Beauty!

(Hardie Grant) is in bookshops. tiffinyhall.com.au

» Hannah's new live show Dogmatic will tour in 2016. comedy.com.au

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Frank Woodley

The rubber-faced comedian and author who made his name as one half of the comedic duo Lano and Woodley is preparing to tackle his toughest audience with his kids’ show, Noodlenut. First, though, he has to get through Christmas with his extremely large and noisy extended family.

Who’s coming to Christmas?

Everyone. I am one of seven and, while my wife has just one sibling, her parents’ families are massive. You can always tell the new boyfriends, girlfriends and babies because they are the ones looking on in shock. There’s a bit of stress involved in remembering names, too, and this year we have agreed that if I am surrounded by a group of people and cough twice, my wife will text me their names.

Funniest festive memory?

The year my brother David got a set of quoits. He was 18 at the time.

Our parents are a bit eccentric.

The thing that made it classic was that when our older brother, Michael, was 18 he got a car for Christmas. Michael had a job as an apprentice electrician and had actually bought it for himself, but David thought mum and dad bought it for him. David spent three years waiting until he was 18 for a car, and he got quoits.

You just have to mention the word quoits around him and his lips start to twitch and his eyes water.

What do you want from Santa?

Another set of those little tiles that you stick to things like your wallet and your keys so you can track them if you misplace them, using your phone. My wife gave me them last year, but before I could set it up on the phone, I lost them.

Goal for 2016?

. . . s a m t s i r h C

ALL I WANT FOR

Well of course on a large scale it would be world peace. On a more humble level, my plan is to get fit. I have a goal of doing 20 push-ups. Not in a row, of course, but over the course of the year. » Frank Woodley’s Noodlenut – A Show for Kids plays the Arts Centre from January 19-24. Tickets: comedy.com.au

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THIS WEEK MAKE SURE YOU T H E B E S T I N E N T E R TA I N M E N T W I T H M Y K E B A R T L E T T

I

t’s not cool to admit to loving Christmas.

There’s a reason why every December sees a wave of snarky opinion pieces slagging off the enjoyably uncynical Love Actually Actually.

Pop star Anthony Callea is on a mission to bring a bit of joy back to the festive season.

Over three nights, he and Rhonda Burchmore will be kicking off a new tradition for The Palms at Crown, with an unrestrained celebration of all things Christmassy.

“Everyone loves a bit of Christmas, really,” Anthony says. “It’s a beautiful thing to be able to come to a show and celebrate that time of year with family and friends.”

This Is Christmas will draw on Anthony’s album of the same name, which mixed traditional songs with a few contemporary Yuletide hits. Anthony says The Palms at Crown is the perfect venue for this sort of gig, because it allows for an intimate connection with the audience.

“I love to have a bit of a chat on the stage.

Sometimes a bit too much of a chat. My mum sometimes texts me after the gig saying, ‘You really didn’t have to talk about that’.”

Certainly, punters can expect a good dose of banter because the shows are putting

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old buddies Anthony and Rhonda on stage together for the first time.

“God knows what’s going to happen! The last time I was on a red carpet with her, I ended up under her gown. That’s how long her legs are. It looked like she’d just given birth to me,” Anthony says.

These days, Anthony and his actor husband Tim Campbell are splitting their time between Los Angeles and Melbourne.

Although Anthony has been taking a break from recording, after releasing an impressive three albums in two years (“I’m letting the record company make some money back so they can spend it on me,” he jokes), he’s chasing up American job offers.

“It’s one of those things where you always want more. I’m hungry to be more successful and be better at what I do. I feel as though I’m a better singer than I was five years ago and I hope that continues.” ● mbartlett@theweeklyreview.com.au » This Is Christmas At The Palms with Anthony Callea and Friends \ The Palms At Crown, December 10-12, $79, www.crownmelbourne.com.au

(SCOTT McNAUGHTON)

WAT C H \ C H R I S T M A S C H E E R

ANTHONY CALLEA

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, PRINCESS THEATRE, FROM DECEMBER 29, $69.90-$112.90 +BF FIDDLERONTHEROOFTOUR.COM

#NOFILTER Aside from being a reliable READ source of cat videos, YouTube has proved a fertile breeding ground for comedians. TV hit Broad City started life as a web series, winning millions of fans before being snapped up.

One benefit to this new model is it allows viewers to show their support for the sort of comedy we’re not seeing elsewhere – namely very funny women. Three such comics, Grace Helbig, Hannah Hart and Mamrie Hart are in Melbourne this month as part of their debut Australian tour.

■ Comedy Theatre, December 18, $60.95-$100.95, wearenice.com.au/tickets/nofilter ONLINE \ Watch Grace and Mamrie at work CATS MUSICAL The defining musical of the 1980s returns in this new production, reworked by the original creative team. It’s been a smash hit (again) in London, but the version arriving in Melbourne boasts an all-Australian cast featuring Delta Goodrem as Grizabella (the cat who sings showstopper Memory Memory). Half a century on, it remains a divisive musical – applauded for its visuals and ear-worming melodies, but criticised for lacking anything

by way of a story. Myself, I’m more of a dog person.

■ Regent Theatre, December 18 – January 17, $89.90-$139.90, www.catsthemusical.com ONLINE \ Watch the trailer SHOW OF THE YEAR Farewell 2015, it seems we CONCERT barely knew you. In an attempt to unpack the blur of tragedy, outrage, triumphs and surprises that was this year, The Wheeler Centre has gathered a cast of writers, performers, cartoonists, musicians, thinkers and generally splendid sorts to give their take on the past 12 months. Stars such as Jane Caro, Casey Bennetto, Thomas Keneally, Clare Wright and First Dog on The Moon will perform songs, stories, jokes and slam poetry.

■ Athenaeum Theatre, December 9, 7.30-9.30pm, $35, www.wheelercentre.com MANIFESTO The latest work from German FILM artist Julian Rosefeldt runs 13 films side-by-side to present a range of artist manifestos.

Starring in each as teacher, puppeteer, newsreader, factory worker and homeless man (among other roles), Cate Blanchett performs the words of artists as diverse as Situationists,

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ANDY WARHOL | AI WEIWEI This new international exhibit showcases the works of two of the most innovative, NGV controversial and influential artists of the past 50 years – New York’s Andy Warhol and Beijing’s Ai Weiwei. On show will be more than 200 of Warhol’s works, including iconic pieces such as Campbell’s Soup Cans, Mao, Elvis and Three Marilyns, alongside films, Polaroids, sculptures and music. Weiwei will premiere a suite of major new commissions, one of which will immortalise human rights activists (including Melbourne’s Hana Assafiri) in Lego.

■ NGV, December 11 – April 24, $10-$26 (family ticket $65) ngv.vic.gov.au Dadaists, Futurists, Dogma-ists and Jim Jarmusch. The aim is to explore whether any manifesto can be universally applicable. It will run alongside Rosefeldt’s previous works.

■ ACMI, December 9 – March 13, Cost: free, www.acmi.net.au ●

VIDEO: GRACE & MAMRIE AT WORK AT VIDEO: CAT CA S TRAILER

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GOING OUT I N YO U R N E I G H B O U R H O O D

KIDS

NILLUMBIK BUSINESS NETWORK A great chance for local businesspeople to network before the rush of Christmas. This Christmas dinner, in a wonderful location, provides the opportunity to get to know each other outside of the “office”. Children welcome.

■ December 11, 6.30pm. Redbox Winery, 2 Ness Lane, Kangaroo Ground. Cost: members and children free, visitors $25. Inquiries: 0498 644 323 or nillumbikbusinessnetwork.org.au

MAYOR FOR A DAY Children are always dreaming of the future.

Nillumbik Council recently asked junior members of the local community to draw artworks that showed what the area would look like if they were mayor for a day. This exhibition shows what they came up with.

■ Until January 11. Eltham Library, Panther Place, Eltham. Cost: free. Inquiries: 9433 3131 or www.nillumbik.vic.gov.au

EXHIBITION

FILM

RE/COLLECTED A new exhibition opens at Montsalvat today, featuring five Melbourne artists exploring the influence of the inanimate in communication, art-making and memory. Isobel Clement, Adam Guskich, Troy Argyros, Bambi Johnson and Tegan Iversen use photography, painting and digital processes to explore the theme through some striking works. The official opening is December 10 (5-9pm), coinciding with Montsalvat’s Puesta del Sol. ■ Until January 10. Montsalvat, 7 Hillcrest Avenue, Eltham. Cost: from $8. Inquiries: 9439 7712 or www.montsalvat.com.au

SENSORY-FRIENDLY SCREENING Families with children on the autism spectrum can enjoy a screening of Hotel Transylvania 2 in a safe and comfortable environment. The Spectrum Screenings, as they’ve been dubbed, were created by Banyule Council and Hoyts Greensborough. Children can make noise and move around during the film, lights are left on and sound is lowered to make the experience more comfortable.

■ December 13, 10.30am. Hoyts, 25 Main Street, Greensborough. Cost: $8. Inquiries: 9026 9954. ● COMPILED BY DANIEL PAPROTH

(STEVE McKENZIE)

CHRISTMAS PARTY

HEALTH AND FITNESS \ WALK TO SCHOOL BUS The school year is nearly over, which means a summer of fun before that nervous feeling arises as the first term of the new school year approaches. One of the best ways to alleviate those nerves is to get involved in the Walk to School Bus. Already five local primary schools are on board – Diamond Creek, Eltham East, Eltham North, Hurstbridge and Wattle Glen. You and your school can get involved by contacting the numbers below.

■ Contact: Angela Draper on 9433 3723 or 0407 303 370 or angela.draper@nillumbik.vic.gov.au

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Classroom of the Future aims to improve the digital learning experiences for students from Prep to Year 12. Students have been working with their teachers on a range of technologies in support of their learning, including:

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After the monochrome mopiness of Ghost Stories, album number seven from the British rockers is a more colourful affair, built for stadiums. Certainly there’s something of a party atmosphere, with guests including Beyonce and Noel Gallagher.

The “conscious uncoupling” with Gwyneth Paltrow still dominates, although ballad Everglow (which features Gwyneth on backing vocals) finds singer Chris Martin quite sanguine. They’ll never be as daring as U2, but it’s reassuring to see Coldplay willing to surprise and experiment. ●

Alice In Wonderland by Lewis Carroll and Rebecca Dautremer, Hachette, $29.95 rebeccadautremer.com

This bold new iteration of Alice, celebrating the book’s 150th anniversary, manages to recapture the story’s surreal, almost freakish imagination. The lush, full-colour illustrations by renowned French illustrator Rebecca Dautremer recall the work of our own Shaun Tan – angular, organic, nightmarish and slightly grubby. Our typically blonde heroine is reimagined as a dark, possibly Eurasian, girl, modelled (it seems) on Alice Liddell, who inspired the author. Other characters are modernised to reflect our changed, multicultural world. ●

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The Divorce \ ABC1, Monday-Thursday, 9.30pm, iView. iview.abc.net.au

This glitzy, operatic comic drama is quite unlike anything we’ve seen before on Australian TV. Iris (Marina Prior) and Jed (John O’May) are throwing a jumbo-sized shindig to celebrate their impending divorce. Organising it all is PA Caroline (Kate Miller-Heidke), while Iris’s sister Louise (Lisa McCune) is waiting in the wings, planning to snatch up Jed as soon as he’s single.

Written by playwright Joanna Murray-Smith, this supremely enjoyable musical boasts a wealth of Australian theatre talent, with Marina and Kate standing out. ●

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We have only a month to go before Channel 10 premieres the revival of this ’90s classic, but this 57-disc Blu-ray box set should keep fans busy over Christmas. Every episode of the original run has been rebuilt from scratch in high-definition widescreen, which means the show looks (and feels) remarkably fresh. The first three seasons are still the best, packed with memorable, American gothic tales. The real gem, of course, is the casting – Mulder and Scully’s chemistry is so magnetic it’s almost … spooky. ● ONLINE \ Watch the trailer for the new series

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LOCAL LOWDOWN

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I N YO U R N E I G H B O U R H O O D

O V E R H E A R D … 2pm, Monday @ Heidelberg “Why would you go beyond Burgundy Street for food? Doesn’t make sense”

VA S K O & D A N I E L D Z A N O V S K I Vasko in Ivanhoe embodies the term “family restaurant”. Owned by Vasko Dzanovski, a local for more than 50 years, it opened in Macleod in 2000 before moving to Ivanhoe and has family members in the kitchen, waiting tables or on hand to offer a smile and friendly ear. Vasko and his son Daniel tell us what they love about the local area.

Where do you go for a night out?

Vasko: To Vasko, of course. We are always here, my whole family is here and I love it, I wouldn’t have it any other way. I’m very proud of my kids and family. We go to the Veneto Club in Bulleen occasionally as well.

Daniel: We all pretty much work here. It’s a very special thing to be able to do.

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For a coffee?

Vasko: I will have a coffee with Jamie, who owns Ivanhoe Cakes. We sit and have a chat about the street and what’s happening.

Daniel: We get our doughnuts from Jamie as well. Delicious.

For a meal?

Daniel: I’ve got my own family and when we’re not at Vasko we go to a family pizza place on Darebin Road in Thornbury called il Pizzaiolo, or every now and then we will get fish in Heidelberg or go to the Old England, they do a good job there.

For entertainment?

Vasko: My sons are in a band, working in the restaurant by day and then rock stars at night.

Daniel: We don’t do so many local gigs any more. We used to do a lot at the Heidelberg Fair when we were younger but now we play wherever we’re booked. David and I play in Powerstryde, an ’80s rock tribute band, so we do all the wigs and the makeup. We played in Dorset Gardens in Croydon recently.

To relax?

Vasko: I just go home and have a glass of red.

We finish late at the restaurant. There are a lot of good things ahead for Vasko. ● DANIEL PAPROTH

Vasko 111 Upper Heidelberg Road, Ivanhoe. 9499 8111 ● Veneto Club 191 Bulleen Road, Bulleen. 9850 7111 ● Ivanhoe Cakes 101 Upper Heidelberg Road, Ivanhoe. 9499 4297 il Pizzaiolo 161 Darebin Road, Thornbury. 9484 8558 ● Old England Hotel 459 Lower Heidelberg Road, Heidelberg. 9459 1166 ● Dorset Gardens Hotel 335 Dorset Road, Croydon. 9725 6211

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Interviewing for my replacement at Red Cross, after I finish this delicious prawn sushi roll. ●

Chilli caramel pork belly. They have it at Red Spice at QV in the city and I’m about due to visit. ●

The humble parma or zucchini slice is good. But, I have to say, any time I can batter a chicken breast with a mallet is a good day. ●

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Urban Grooves 99 Grimshaw Street, Greensborough.

9434 5444 Urban Grooves is always packed until late. Serves a huge range of food and drinks, from snacks to hearty meals and coffee to alcohol.

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Commercial Hotel 820 Plenty Road, South Morang.

9407 1082 The Commercial stands out on the vast Plenty Road and offers plenty inside, with every show worth its salt guaranteed to get a run.

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Vorea 2-6 Copernicus Crescent, Bundoora.

9468 5053 Vorea is open until midnight seven days of the week and is perfect for an after-work drink.

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CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT

The promise the music and magic unfold. This year we’ll My late grandfather hated the carols, and be entertained by Ali McGregor and the always felt he needed permission to not Australian Children’s Choir, as well as several watch them on television. local artists and groups.

Each Christmas, when Joan Kirner was the premier, he would report to us “I’ve rung Joan The pay-off and she said I don’t have to watch the The excitement of rising on Christmas carols”, then fix himself a drink and Day to find that Santa has been is read a book instead. I’m a little bit “watch the unbeatable, but carolling comes different to my grandfather in that pretty close. If you can’t make music and I have always enjoyed the carols Ivanhoe’s carols or want more, magic – even went to Bendigo to watch be sure to check out Carols in unfold” them last year – and that sense of the Park in Diamond Creek on shared joy they bring at this time Christmas Eve. of year.

The pain factor The reality More like the joy factor.

Banyule has its annual, hugely popular Carols By Candlelight coming up in the Who should do it? lovely Ivanhoe Park. It is a free event. Don’t In the words of Vanessa Amorosi, stay inside when the weather is nice like this; absolutely everybody. bring the family, friends, romantic interest WOULD I DO IT AGAIN? or unrequited lovers and come and join me.

See you there. ● I like to follow a similar pattern every year – greet people as I walk in, grab a bottle of December 12 water and something to eat, maybe buy a Ivanhoe Park, The Boulevard, Ivanhoe East Santa hat and then look for a comfortable, 6.30-9.30pm. 9490 4222 grassy spot to rest my weary legs and watch

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I live in Werribee, but I’ll travel to Ivanhoe for Card Library.

I’m a horrible shopper, particularly at this time of year. Last year I left shopping for Christmas, for even my immediate family, until the 23rd. Thankfully, this year I discovered something of a hidden gem in Ivanhoe – Card Library. It’s among the hustle and bustle of the main drag, and somewhat unassuming, but Card Library has the perfect gift for anyone.

Who’s behind the counter?

Husband and wife team David and Wendy Hoare run Card Library. It is a passionate, independent, family-owned business and the pair are familiar, friendly faces. Wendy and David will help you find the perfect present.

What’s in store?

You could do 10 laps of the shop and still miss a funny card, unique book or effervescent wrapping material. On my first visit, I spent 15 minutes looking at the quirky cards – all independent and not to be found in any chain store. It also must be mentioned that Card Library is one of the few places left in Melbourne that does personalised, in-store wrapping.

Who’s buying?

Those who are sick of sending boring Christmas cards. ● DANIEL PAPROTH

Our pick I Could Pee on This is a wonderful book celebrating the magnanimous nature of cats. $24.99, if they have restocked after I bought all the copies.

Here to help: Wendy Hoare provides friendly, individual service at Card Library. (MICHAEL RAYNER)

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Hocking Stuart tuart \ 9499 5611

Price \ $2.3 million +

Expressions xpressions of interest \ Close December 16 at 5pm

Fast facts \ 4088-square-metre property abutting Heidelberg Golf Club; 12-year-old, period-style house with 864 square metres of living space under roof; parkland views; 10-car garage; wraparound Tasmanian oak verandah; family hub; rumpus; lounge and dining areas; main bedroom with two walk-in wardrobes and en suite; four more bedrooms with shared en suites; kitchen with Ilve cooker and butler’s pantry; established and manicured gardens; pool.

Lower Plenty \ 16 kilometres from the city

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f you were brought here blindfolded, you’d be unlikely to guess you were only 16 kilometres from the city. It’s not just the passing kangaroos that make you feel like you’re in the country.

This 4088-square-metre block is on the edge of Heidelberg Golf Club. The fence line is so thick with trees and bushes, you’d have zero chance of finding a wayward golf ball.

The views from this property also stand out. There’s only a rooftop or two between you and the seemingly endless greenery stretching south from Westerfolds Park.

Unlike many modern houses in Lower Plenty, the place is not contemporary in style. Its designer has taken a cue from the homesteads you might expect to see beneath big skies far from the city lights.

Raised above a 10-car garage, with a wraparound verandah, this house has the character and charm of a Queenslander. Built in 2003, it was a dream project for owner-builders, who bought the vacant battle-axe block following a rare subdivision in this part of Lower Plenty.

They have loved living here and are sad to be moving on.

They will miss the bright, airy interiors, which provided plenty of space for their family to come together, as well as enough room to keep out of each other’s hair.

To say the house is too big for empty-nesters would be a wild understatement. This place is a whopper.

Including the garage, it has 864 square metres of living space under its roof. That’s bigger than many blocks.

The house begins with a grand entrance hall and a bedroom so big that it would likely be the main in any other house. Perfect for a live-in relative, this is a guest room with a walk-in wardrobe and an en suite it shares with another bedroom.

The main bedroom is tucked away in its own wing beyond the lounge. Windows on both ends fill the space with light and garden views. It has his-and-hers walk-in wardrobes at either end of a spacious en suite with granite-topped vanities.

More granite, this time in black, lines the kitchen. It also comes with a 900-millimetre Ilve cooker, soft-closing timber cabinetry and a butler’s pantry with fridge space and sink.

The windows above the kitchen sink open up to create a servery to the verandah that, like the floors inside, is lined in Tasmanian oak.

Out by the pool is the ideal place to serve long, lazy lunches. Parents can relax on the verandah or stroll around the manicured gardens while keeping a firm eye on the kids in the water.

Clearly built for entertaining family and friends, the house has a vast rumpus area off the main living hub. It gets views of the pool and the surrounding parklands. These spaces open to each other.

More guests could stay in the remaining two bedrooms, which also share a central bathroom. The family-sized laundry is ideally positioned above the stairs from the garage.

Take off your shoes up here after a long day tinkering with the cars, motorbikes, caravan or boat. At this address, there’s plenty of space for all of the above. ● LIAM CARTER property@theweeklyreview.com.au

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Morrison Kleeman \ 9431 2444 Price \ $750,000 + Expressions of interest \ Close December 16 at 5pm Though the address suggests a unit, this is a house, and probably one of the most stunning in its attractive neighbourhood. A mixture of mud brick, timber, slate flooring and recycled oddments, it belongs to two artists who have refined their home in the past decade, and girded it in a stepped series of decks above the sun-dappled garden. The main living and dining room is awe-inspiring, with a cathedral ceiling and french doors to the deck. A few steps down is the kitchen, in solid timber with a 900-millimetre gas Westinghouse range, a walk-in pantry and a pots’n’pans store in the former fridge alcove. The adjoining living area opens to a shady verandah. Two double bedrooms have built-in wardrobes, and the main suite is striking, with a freestanding bath in the bedroom plus an en suite. Climb up to the attic library, then shimmy down the ladder into the hidden wine room. There’s a double garage and, behind it, an art studio. ● ALISON BARCLAY

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PROPERTY ID » 2012340228

Price \ $1.08 million – $1.13 million

Private sale

There are four buildings on this property, only one of which is the house. No need to commandeer the double garage for band practice, art or gym; there’s an immaculate workshop, 12 metres by six, at the end of the garden. The house is big – five bedrooms, three living areas and a north-facing terrace the size of a dining room – but a multigenerational family can comfortably overflow into the self-contained studio with its own deck. The two-level house was renovated in 2012 but retains the best of its past, including Victorian ash flooring and vaulted ceilings. Its highlight is the family area, radiant and inviting, with a multifold door opening north to a wide barbecue terrace above the garden. The speckled-stone kitchen has a 900-millimetre Euro gas range amid cream cabinetry. The ground floor’s four double bedrooms have built-in wardrobes; three share a bathroom, and the main has an en suite with shower. The lower floor has a carpeted TV lounge and a fifth bedroom with en suite. ● ALISON BARCLAY

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DIAMOND CREEK \ 25 NILLUMBIK SQUARE

PROPERTY ID » 2012421614

Buckingham & Company \ 9435 0999

Price \ $530,000 +

Auction \ December 12 at noon

Flannagan Peressini & Shaw \ 0403 591 678

Price \ $850,000 +

Private sale

This house requires no further intervention having been renovated and extended with stylish results. Set well back from the street, it has an established front garden that provides a green buffer. Surrounded by towering eucalypts, this is a classic Monty scene that is visible throughout the interiors. Polished hardwood floors run down the hall to the new open-plan living zone at the rear. They add warmth and texture to an all-white colour scheme. The clean palette also showcases the modern pendant lights in the main bedroom and the living area. There are three carpeted double bedrooms off the hall, along with the family bathroom and laundry. The main bedroom has a walk-in wardrobe, while the other two have built-ins. The updated bathroom has a stone-tiled frieze, a bath and a striking raised basin. The sunken open-plan kitchen, dining and living zone is the highlight. It is instantly bright and inviting. Clerestory windows along the south provide treetop views and a wall of glass to the north opens the space to a terrace. ● EMMA HOUGHTON

You might not be sure you’re looking for a treetop Balinese resort in the heart of Diamond Creek until you experience it for yourself. Covering more than 1500 square metres, this property has an elevated family house that wraps around a huge outdoor area with a pool. The house’s design creates a great interaction between inside and out, where treetop or pool views bring the tranquility of a holiday retreat to everyday living. The house has been zoned for a family. Parents have the choice of two main bedrooms: one at the front of the house with a wraparound balcony and mountain views; or one at the rear that opens to the decked poolside and feels like a garden retreat.

Both have spa en suites and walk-in wardrobes. The open-plan family room – with a pitched, timber-lined ceiling, exposed brick features and a wood heater – sits between a dining room and another large living room. Downstairs, a huge rumpus, sauna, gym and extra bathroom add to the recreational lifestyle appeal. ● EMMA HOUGHTON

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13 Nicholson Close, Research 4

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Agent: Tom Kurtschenko 0417 502 944 .................................................................

Price: $759,000 .................................................................

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

OFI: Wed 5-5.30pm; Sat 10-10:30am .................................................................

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3084

90 Graham Road, Viewbank 4

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Agent: David Blythe 0413 283 303 .................................................................

Price: $780,000-$850,000 .................................................................

Auction: Saturday December 12 at 10am .................................................................

OFI: Wed 4.30-5pm; Sat 9.30-10am .................................................................

Agent: Gordon Hope 0403 613 577 .................................................................

Price: $820,000-$880,000 .................................................................

Auction: Saturday December 19 at noon .................................................................

OFI: Thu 1-1.30pm; Sat 10-10.30am .................................................................

Commanding a premier cul-de-sac position with parkland at the rear, this magnificent residence is on a massive 947sqm (approx) landscaped allotment.

Set among majestic gums, this magnificent house has a spacious design and quality fittings that represent a triumph in modern family living.

Let's eat lunch @ Toti's, 46-48 Beetham Pde, Rosanna Let's eat dinner @ Byzantine, 76 Turnham Ave, Rosanna Let's drink coffee @ Jillian's, 115 Lower Plenty Rd, Rosanna

Let's eat lunch @ Cafe Vue, 7 Templestowe Rd, Bulleen Let's eat dinner @ Viewbank Pizza, 69 Martins Pl, Viewbank Let's drink coffee @ Miss Marie, 45 Beetham Pde, Rosanna

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Enjoying a stylish modern façade and simply gorgeous gardens, this is a home that indulges, with gleaming timber floors, atrium windows and leafy vistas.

Let's eat lunch @ Volumes, 70 Commercial Place Let's eat dinner @ The Main, 5/906 Main Road Let's drink coffee @ Papa Bear, 972 Main Road 32 THE WEEKLY REVIEW \ DECEMBER 9, 2015

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EAGLEMONT \ 20 OUTL OUTLOOK DRIVE On the low side of an iconic boulevard, this house is a private sanctuary in terraced surrounds.

The property unfolds to reveal a site of nearly 1400 square metres, elevated city views and a tennis court.

The 1950s residence has been recently renovated with a fresh modern look and reconfigured, open spaces. The L-shaped floor plan on the main level finds three bedrooms at one end and spacious living areas at the other.

Wide, grey-stained floorboards feature in the living areas alongside a white colour scheme broken up with black feature walls. A cutaway off the entry hall leads into a formal living and dining room. A stretch of glass provides garden views that are reflected in a mirrored feature wall above the open fireplace.

The vast, light-filled open-plan zone at the rear has been designed to exploit the spectacular city vistas. It opens to a balcony that is an enviable viewing platform and entertainment space in one. The modern aesthetic continues here with black and white tones. White stone benches, black Franke sinks and AEG appliances form an impressive kitchen, where a window splashback frames a treetop outlook.

There is external access to the lower floor, where a bedroom, bathroom, sauna, kitchen and cellar could fashion a great self-contained unit. Its own covered terrace is set among lush gardens. ● EMMA HOUGHTON

POSTCODE

3084

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Nelson Alexander \ 9490 2900

2/11 Bible Street, Eltham 3

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POSTCODE

3081

PROPERTY ID » 2012431436

Price \ $2.5 million +

44 Outhwaite Road, Heidelberg Heights 3

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Auction \ December 12 at noon

POSTCODE

3084

34 Crampton Crescent, Rosanna 4

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POSTCODE

3084

172 Rosanna Road, Rosanna 2

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Agent: Graham Morrison 0417 101 997 .................................................................

Price: $690,000-$760,000 .................................................................

Auction: Saturday December 12 at 11am .................................................................

OFI: Wed 4.30-5pm; Sat 10.30-11am .................................................................

Agent: Tania Johnston 0408 770 929 .................................................................

Price: $410,000-$450,000 .................................................................

Auction: Saturday December 19 at 10am .................................................................

OFI: Thu 4-4.30pm; Sat 11.30-noon .................................................................

Agent: Greg Taylor 0409 090 611 .................................................................

Price: $820,000-$850,000 .................................................................

Auction: Saturday December 12 at 1pm .................................................................

OFI: Thur 6-6.30pm; Sat 12.30-1pm .................................................................

Agent: Alex Morgan 0401 524 119 .................................................................

Price: POA .................................................................

Auction: Saturday December 12 at 10.30am .................................................................

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

Perfectly positioned for an unbeatable lifestyle with everything Eltham offers, this stunning town residence introduces an impressive focus on stylish quality.

Recently refreshed, this superb postwar house offers a great opportunity for first home-buyers and investors, moments from schools, parks and transport.

Positioned just metres from Rosanna Parklands, this classic family home amid beautiful gardens is a short walk from every convenience.

Ideally located, this expansive 1011sqm (approx), elevated allotment is sure to turn heads. Move in or transform this block into a multi-townhouse redevelopment (STCA).

Let's eat lunch @ The Common, 26 Commerical Place Let's eat dinner @ Ginger Garlic, 9/9 Dudley Street Let's drink coffee @ The Main, 5/906 Main Road

Let's eat lunch @ Purple Fig, 98/98 Bell Street Let's eat dinner @ Thai on Southern, 23 Southern Road Let's drink coffee @ Jam & Cream, 1 Orr Street

Let's eat lunch @ Miss Maree, 45 Beetham Parade Let's eat dinner @ Byzantine, 1/76-80 Turnham Avenue Let's drink coffee @ Jillian's Cafe, 115 Lower Plenty Road

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GREENSBOROUGH 14 GREENVIEW COURT Worthy of a magazine feature! Style reigns supreme in this superb family-sized residence set on a manicured corner allotment. The immaculate interior showcases timber floors, beautiful plantation shutters, and soothing colours throughout 3 stunning living zones, quality kitchen, 4 robed bedrooms, 2 modern bathrooms, powder room and study. A breathtaking covered alfresco deck creates a wonderful entertaining space for any occasion, while extras include ducted heating/ cooling/vacuum, double glazing, alarm, LED lighting, great storage, workshop, double garage and boat/van/trailer space. Within easy reach of a choice of schools, parks, bus, Greensborough Plaza and Ring Road - this home has all bases covered.

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Wednesday 2:00 - 2:30pm & Saturday 2:30 - 3:00pm Photo ID required

CONTACT

Pina Kara 0415 911 437 ELTHAM 9431 1222

GREENSBOROUGH 185 ST HELENA ROAD Only 17km from the CBD you will discover this rare land holding on a former church site of approximately 4,995m2 located in the beautiful leafy suburb of Greensborough. This incredible development opportunity comes with plans and permits for 9 residential homes all just a short stroll to the heart of Greensborough, offering beautiful parklands, train station, local schools and Greensborough Plaza. For a copy of Tender documentations, plans and permits please contact Tom Kurtschenko on 0417 502 944.

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ROSANNA 23 VICTORIA AVENUE A striking transformation of this classic 1960´s Modernist residence yields a rare blend of cutting edge urban living in a tightly held locale. Standing on a substantial 901 sqm (approx) allotment embracing distant mountain views the superbly presented dwelling provides entry hallway, huge formal living room with OFP, fully equipped kitchen with SS appliances plus D/W, adjacent light filled dining/meals area opening to rear deck, three bedrooms (main with WIR and en-suite, second with en-suite and BIR), study (or possible fourth bedroom), luxurious bathroom. Other features include in ground swimming pool and sauna, rumpus room with kitchen facilities, cellar/man cave and much more.

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Wednesday 6:00 - 6:30pm & Saturday 1/2 hour prior to auction Photo ID required

CONTACT

David Kelly 0410 426 311 IVANHOE 9499 7992

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ROSANNA 1/19 ST ANDREWS AVENUE Everything that you could possibly want from a home is here in one feature-packed bundle of style! Single level & within walking distance to shops, parklands & train station, this home will appeal to a broad range of buyers. The stylish interior includes lounge, dining, modern kitchen with s/steel appliances, 3 robed bedrooms & 2 sleek bathrooms.

Outside reveals a covered alfresco with outdoor kitchen, plus a picturesque courtyard garden. Extras include keyless entry, ducted heating, air-con, LED lighting, garage, extra off street parking for a further 2 cars, under-house workshop & wine cellar. Act now!

Visit: www.1-19standrewsavenuerosanna.com

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Wednesday 5:00 - 5:30pm & Saturday 12:00 - 12:30pm Photo ID required

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Brett Greig 0431 798 237 Tom Kurtschenko 0417 502 944 ROSANNA 9459 8111

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MACLEOD 19 HERITAGE COURT Ready for a family that appreciates tranquil surrounds, beautiful space and luxury features, this stunning architecturally designed residence offers an idyllic lifestyle surrounded by parklands & nature reserves in a peaceful cul-de-sac. Beyond the impressive elevated faรงade the thoughtfully zoned layout boasts generous, flowing separate living spaces including formal lounge, theatre/rumpus room, family room, dinning with bi-fold doors to rear yard, entertainers kitchen, 4 bedrooms (master with WIR/spa ensuite) plus a study/5th bedroom. An exclusive opportunity to unwind and indulge including access to public transport, schools, university and hospitals.

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Wednesday 4:15 - 4:45pm & Saturday 2:15 - 2:45pm Photo ID required

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Kieran Whaley 0410 587 072 Lesley Bartlett 0402 247 361 IVANHOE 9499 7992

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HEIDELBERG HEIGHTS 109 WAIORA ROAD Situated in an elevated and sought after pocket of Heidelberg Heights is this wonderful opportunity to further improve on the existing home or utilise the full 929sqm of prime residential land for multi-unit development (STCA). The existing brick home provides generous accommodation comprising 3 bedrooms, dual living zones, plus comfortable kitchen and large family/meals area. This location, primed for maximum capital growth, provides easy access to public transport, schools, Northland shopping centre, La Trobe University and Austin Hospital. Current rental estimate $1,516 per calendar month. A great opportunity not to be missed!

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Brett Greig 0431 798 237 Alex Curtis 0457 307 274 ROSANNA 9459 8111

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HEIDELBERG 6 GLOUCESTER DRIVE Offering sanctuary from the hustle and bustle in its coveted Heidelberg parkland locale within the Viewbank College zone, this charming light filled residence on 590 (approx) sqm overlooking private central courtyard and in ground pool boasts stylish designer kitchen and adjacent meals area, three bedrooms (two with BIR´s, main with en-suite), relaxed living room, studio or possible fourth bedroom, 5 kw solar power generator, air conditioner, gas log fire, double glazing and much more. Only moments from vibrant Burgundy St, Warringal and Yarra parklands, Austin/Mercy hospital, quality local schools and public transport. Visit: www.6gloucesterdriveheidelberg.com

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CONTACT

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ST HELENA 17 LAROOL AVENUE Offering complete family flexibility, this property has the added bonus of a second dwelling that is completely self-contained and perfect for sub-division (STCA), rental or extended family or teenage/adult children to occupy. Set on a 935m2 allotment within St Helena Secondary College zone, this property has loads of potential. The main residence enjoys an open kitchen/meals/ family zone, living/dining room, 3 robed bedrooms and 2way bathroom. The separate flat includes kitchen/meals/living zone, 2 robed bedrooms, modern bathroom and heating/cooling. Extras include ducted heating, air-conditioning, timber floors, solar electricity, double garage/workshop and off-street parking.

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Pina Kara 0415 911 437 ELTHAM 9431 1222

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ELTHAM HOUSE 10/72 LUCK STREET Set to the rear of a spacious, well-tended complex, this attractive Eltham residence is surrounded by lush bushland views and tranquil gardens. Featuring soaring ceilings, generous proportions and a relaxed ambience, the flowing floor plan includes a fireside lounge, dining room, kitchen/meals/family zone, 4 robed bedrooms (master with ensuite), family bathroom, powder room and study. A large alfresco deck provides for easy indoor/ outdoor living, while extras include ducted heating/cooling, studio, powered workshop and double garage. Just moments from central Eltham´s shops, schools, bus, train, and parklands - this is a home to be savoured.

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$670,000 - $730,000

INSPECT

Saturday 12:30 - 1:00pm Photo ID required

CONTACT

John Gilbert 0418 365 954 ELTHAM 9431 1222

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ELTHAM 11 ASHDALE GROVE A lush garden setting, light and breezy multi-level home in a peaceful Eltham location.

Featuring cathedral ceilings, fresh neutral décor and picture windows that bring a pretty garden aspect into every room. Open plan design with spacious lounge/dining over two levels, cook’s kitchen with stainless steel appliances, large laundry/utility room and sleek modern bathroom. A possible self-contained area downstairs ideal for extended family/ guests. A stunning covered alfresco entertaining deck, additional patio at garden level, leafy low maintenance garden and storage shed. Features include ducted heating, split system, quality carpets and blinds.

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$670,000 - $695,000

INSPECT

Saturday 3:00 - 3:30pm Photo ID required

CONTACT

John Gilbert 0418 365 954 ELTHAM 9431 1222

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ROSANNA 172 ROSANNA ROAD

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HEIDELBERG WEST 109 RAMU PARADE

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Ideally located this expansive 1011m2 (approx.) elevated allotment is sure to turn heads. The site lends itself perfectly to owner occupiers looking to move in straight away and enjoy or for developers/builders looking to transform this large block into a multi-townhouse re-development (STCA).

Here´s a little gem for some savvy first home buyer or investor to snap up before Christmas. Impeccably maintained and resting on generous 580 sqm (approx) allotment in most convenient locale this family home boasts two bedrooms, large living room, kitchen/meals, bathroom, laundry, garage and granny flat.

METHOD INSPECT CONTACT

METHOD INSPECT CONTACT

Sat 12 December 10:30am Wed 2:00 - 2:30pm & Sat 1/2 hour prior to auction Photo ID required Alex Morgan 0401 524 119 Aaron Hill 0403 460 776 IVANHOE 9499 7992

HEIDELBERG WEST 7 PANDANUS COURT

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MACLEOD 4/19 COOLIDGE WYND

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A prime top of court location, absolute affordability and a generous 580 sqm (approx) allotment underscore the immense appeal of this comfy home within easy reach of excellent local shopping, Austin/Mercy hospital, LaTrobe University, public transport and nearby Malahang Reserve.

Spectacularly positioned at the rear of a gated town community is this huge 24 square approx. entertainers´ townhouse with direct aspect over nature reserve.

Much emphasis is placed on generous living with quality appointments and is ideal for professional couples, downsizers or investors.

METHOD INSPECT CONTACT

METHOD INSPECT CONTACT

Sat 19 December 11:00am Sat 10:30 - 11:00am Photo ID required David Kelly 0410 426 311 IVANHOE 9499 7992

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Tue 15 December 6:00pm unless sold prior Wed 5:00 - 5:30pm & Sat 3:00 - 3:30pm Photo ID required Kieran Whaley 0410 587 072 Lesley Bartlett 0402 247 361 IVANHOE 9499 7992

RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES FOR RENT RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES

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COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES

MERNDA 5 Newland Walk Avail NOW $310PW 3BR d/storey, ensuite, study area & double garage. Contact Sonia H’BERG WEST 200 Liberty Parade Avail NOW $315PW 3BR, lounge/dining, single garage & OSP. Contact Sarah H MERNDA 16 McCubbin Way Avail NOW $320PW 3BR, ensuite, PBs, D/W / , cooling & garage. Contact Sonia /W MACLEOD 10/30 Strathallan Rd Avail 19 Dec $330PW 3BR, robes, cooling & carport. No Pets. Contact Meaghan $330PW HEIDELBERG 8/11 Andrews Street Avail NOW Renov 2BR, D/W / , study nook, cooling & carport. Contact Kristy /W MONTMORENCY 2/3 Airlie Rd Avail NOW $340PW 2BR, 2 way bthrm, A/ A C & single garage. Contact Di H’BERG HEIGHTS 2/151 Porter Rd Avail NOW $350PW 2BR, D/W / , PBs, cooling & garage. No Pets. Contact Jess /W MERNDA 25 Bellini Way Avail NOW $355PW 3BR, ensuite, cooling & dble garage. Lawns incl. Contact Amanda Avail NOW $360PW H’BERG HEIGHTS 1/16 Shelley St 2BR, D/W / , kit/meals/dining, A/ /W A C & OSP. Contact Kristy DOREEN 157 Painted Hills Road Avail 18 Dec $360PW 3BR, ensuite, D/W / , study & single garage. Contact Amanda /W VIEWBANK 31 Duff Parade Avail 8 Dec $370PW 3BR, renov bthrm, D/W / , cooling, c/port & b/low. Contact Meaghan /W BUNDOORA 205/14 Chancellor Ave Avail NOW $370PW New 2BR, D/W / , Euro luandry, cooling & carpark. Contact Sarah C /W $380PW GREENSBOROUGH 76 Plenty Lane Avail 18 Dec 3BR, updated kit, 2 living areas & single carport. Contact Hayley

H’BERG WEST 16 Gona Street Avail 16 Dec $390PW 3BR, ensuite, cooling, s/s appl & garage. Contact Sarah H LOWER PLENTY 2/183 Main Road Avail NOW $400PW 2BR d/storey, D/W / , PBs, A/ /W A C & garage. No Pets. Contact Sarah C H’BERG HEIGHTS 29 Waiora Road Avail NOW $410PW 3BR, renov bthrm, study, sunroom, A/ A C & garage. Contact Di ELTHAM 2/1106 Main Road Avail NOW $420PW 3BR, PBs, cooling, 2 bthrms, laundry & garage. Contact Sarah C BUNDOORA 61 Copernicus Cres Avail NOW $430PW 2BR, D/W / , FBs, Euro laundry, s/sys & garage. No Pets. Contact Bill /W HEIDELBERG 9 Learmonth St Avail NOW $430PW 3BR, PBs, s/sys, gas cooker & single garage. Contact Di ROSANNA 1/52 Jones Crescent Avail NOW $445PW Refurb 3BR, D/W / , pwdr room, cooling & dble garage. Contact Jess /W YALLAMBIE 15 Aminya Crescent Avail NOW $460PW Renov 3BR, D/W / , study, FBs, s/sys & OSP x 3. Contact Bill /W DOREEN 3 Tucker Street Avail 11 Dec $520PW 4BR, study, ensuite, cooling & double garage. Contact Amanda ST HELENA 22 Sun Orchid Cct Avail 16 Dec $535PW 3BR, study, pwdr room, cooling & double garage. Contact Hayley IVANHOE 1/24 Green Street Avail NOW $590PW Renov 3BR, PBs, new kit/bthrm, D/W / & cooling. Contact Virginia /W HEIDELBERG 45 Beverley Rd Avail NOW $670PW Renov 3BR, D/W / , PBs, pool & double garage. Contact Virginia /W VIEWBANK 1/2 Lwr Plenty Road Avail NOW $700-$720PW New 3BR, cooling, PBs/carpet & OSP x 2. Contact Di

RESEARCH 5/1637 Main Road Avail NOW $3,750PM 403sqm approx factory/ y/w y/ /warehouse, kitchen, 3 phase power, office & OSP. Figure excludes GST & Outogings. Contact Virginia H’BERG HEIGHTS 102 Bell Street Avail NOW $12,000PA Building 50sqm approx, heating/cooling & OSP. Flexible Lease Terms Avail. Figure excludes GST & Outgoings. Contact Virginia WATSONIA 2/2H Lambourn Road Avail NOW $14,000PA 45sqm approx office suite, storage/filing room, heating, kitchenette & customer parking. Figure excludes GST. Contact Virginia H’BERG HEIGHTS 33 Southern Road Avail NOW $17,680PA Renov shop front, 50sqm approx, storage rm, kitchenette & bathroom. Figure excludes GST & Outgoings. Contact Virginia H’BERG HEIGHTS 140 Bell Street Avail NOW $18,252PA Refurb retail premises approx 60sqm with customer parking. Figure exdudes GST & Outgoings. Contact Virginia ELTHAM 2/739A Main Road Avail 4 Nov $21,000PA Office approx 78sqm, 3 large office areas, kitchen, storage room & 2 car spaces. Contact Virginia RESEARCH 7/1637Main Road Avail NOW $36,000PA Office/w / arehouse approx 403sqm, office area 247sqm approx, /w warehouse 156sqmapprox, cooling & OSP x 5. Contact Virginia

OVER 100 YEARS OF PROPERTY MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE Di Bryan 0400 911 005

Sarah Craigie 0409 945 774

Meaghan Fennell 0401 019 859

Bill Diamantopoulos 0431 401 720

Amanda Dow 0437 011 495

Jess Cochrane 0414 249 576

Virginia Sier 0401 519 666

Hayley White 0403 711 728

Sarah Houlden 0401 241 070

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DIAMOND CREEK 108 BLACK GULLY ROAD Set on nearly 4 acres, this immaculate, multi-level home offers superb indoor-outdoor living & the ideal tradesmen´s haven. Features formal lounge with OFP, family/dining opening to patio & playground, stone kitchen with Smeg range, rumpus, gym (A/C), 5 double bedrooms (BIRs) plus library/6th bedroom, spa main bathroom, laundry & attic storage. Beautifully crafted in solid brick with oregon, cedar & pine finishes, this architect-designed abode is an enduring masterpiece. With an 11 metre solar-heated pool, double garage, 3 carports plus 10-car workshop with CCTV security, this impressive property is located only a few minutes from Diamond Creek shops, train & schools. This is truly an opportunity not to be missed.

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$1,350,000 - $1,480,000

INSPECT

Wednesday 5:30 - 6:00pm & Saturday 12:00 - 12:30pm Photo ID required

CONTACT

Peter Koiker 0418 382 959 Justin Booth 0417 034 369 DIAMOND CREEK 9438 1133

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Best and Fairest Real Estate advice.

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So if you’re selling, buying or renting, get in touch with FPS. The best and fairest advice – the best support in town.

Contact Tony today: 0412 334 633 tony@fpsrealestate.com.au

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Greensborough 46 Pinehills Drive

4 Bed ~ 2 Bath ~ 2 Car

Bursting With Family Appeal Surprisingly substantial with dimensions that will impress, this home represents excellent value in a family friendly locale that has Kalparrin Gardens at the end of the street and the centre of Greensborough within easy reach. Across two levels, it introduces main bedroom, family living and a easy to work with kitchen all enjoying superb views of the Dandenong’s and complements them with three further bedrooms, sharing an updated bathroom, formal living, family meals and rumpus.

PRICE GUIDE AUCtIon LAnD InsPECt ContACt

Greensborough 1/14 Broad Street

3 Bed ~ 2 Bath ~ 2 Car

Large Living In Perfect Position In a highly desirable location perfect for family living with its close proximity to the centre of Greensborough and its dining, shopping, entertainment and transport options, this modern take on a classic delivers comfort, space and convenience. The lower level introduces expansive living meals, generously proportioned kitchen with plenty of storage space, laundry with a very handy powder room.

A large yard provides options for relaxed entertaining and somewhere for the kids and their pets to enjoy.

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$500,000 Plus Buyers Saturday December 19 at 11.00am 534 sqm Thurs 5.00 - 5.30pm, Sat 12.00 - 12.30pm Kelsey Spencer 0431 155 891 Darren Jones 0425 717 111

darrenjones.com.au

Auction inspect contAct

Saturday December 19 at 2.00pm Thursday 4.00 - 4.30pm Saturday 2.00 - 2.30pm James Williams 0403 089 231 Ashley Croall 0417 522 941

9432 2544

Greensborough 2/14 Broad Street

3 Bed ~ 2 Bath ~ 3 Car

Effortless Living, Fabulous Location Ready for instant enjoyment, this quality family home presents an idyllic setting for a sought-after lifestyle and throws in the added bonus of a huge three-car garage complete with built in storage. Generous accommodation and living space include three bedrooms (main with ensuite), family bathroom, guest powder room and a very generously proportioned casual living zone that pushes out from a large kitchen, ensuring spacious, low-maintenance living and fabulous appeal.

Greensborough 18 Hamish Court

3 Bed ~ 3 Bath ~ 1 Car

Renovated And Ready For You A sensational choice for first home buyers and investors with its close proximity to schools, shops and transport in the Apollo Parkways Estate, this relaxing, renovated home is set to deliver new owners a wonderful updated interior and complement it with a choice of outdoor entertaining areas. Three bedrooms (main with designer ensuite), new family bathroom, stainless steel equipped kitchen anchoring an expansive family living and a rumpus/fourth bedroom with its own bathroom‌this is a winner

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PRICE GUIDE $580,000 Plus Buyers AUCtIon Saturday December 19 at 2.00pm InsPECt Thursday 4.00 - 4.30pm Saturday 2.00 - 2.30pm ContACt James Williams 0403 089 231 Ashley Croall 0417 522 941

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PRICE GUIDE $560,000 Plus Buyers AUCtIon This Saturday December 12 at 11am InsPECt Wednesday 4.00 - 4.30pm Saturday from 10.30am ContACt Amy Felton 0413 151 611 Daniel Leibowitz 0428 812 636

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HEIDELBERG 1/195 Hawdon Street THE PERFECT CHOICE FOR EFFORTLESS LIVING Freestanding on a compact block with private garden frontage is this single-level residence that´s perfectly sized and situated for downsizers, first-home buyers and investors. Seconds to parklands, Rosanna Village shops and cafés, train station and schools, offers 2BRs, spacious north-facing living and dining room, kitchen with dishwasher, bathroom, laundry, ducted heating, a/c, garden surroundings, OSP and LUG.

Auction

Saturday 19th December at 11.00am

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$500,000-$535,000

Inspection

Thu 12:30-1pm, Sat 11-11:30am

Contact

Paul Carbone 0418 541 169 Brad Pearce 0409 679 414

Office

9459 5666 | 9497 3222

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MACLEOD 149 Main Drive TRANQUIL GARDEN TOWNHOUSE TREASURE An inspirational and rare sense of space and sanctuary surrounds this substantial semi-detached townhouse opening to an extra-large and tranquil garden oasis in sought-after Springthorpe environs. Features 3 bedrooms ( main with ensuite and balcony ), home office, study area, large living, dining to entertainment terrace, brilliant gourmet kitchen, 2 bathrooms, laundry, heating/ cooling and remote-control double garage. www.149maindrivemacleod.com

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Auction

Saturday 12th December at 12.00pm

ESR

$600,000-$650,000

Inspection

Wed 6-6:30pm, Sat 11:30-12pm

Contact

Gordon Whale 0419 335 459 Sue Lacey 0412 898 202

Office

9497 3222 | 9459 5666

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VIEWBANK 58 Rutherford Road A FIRST-CLASS LIFESTYLE LOCATION Perfectly located between Viewbank College and the park; this delightful 3BR home offers a wonderful opportunity to purchase in sought after locale. Only footsteps to Viewbank College and Reserve, meticulously maintained offering immediate comfort and scope to up-style or renovate (STCA). Includes living room, kitchen/ meals, pristine bathroom, heating/ cooling, covered alfresco patio, garden surroundings and carport. www.58rutherfordroadviewbank.com

Auction

Saturday 12th December at 11.00am

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$700,000-$770,000

Inspection

Thu 2:30-3pm, Sat 10:30-11am

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534 m2 approx

Contact

Elisse Farquhar 0419 116 130 Brad Pearce 0409 679 414

Office

9497 3222 | 9459 5666

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YALLAMBIE 6 Curlew Court LARGE-SCALE FAMILY EXCELLENCE ON THE PARK Commanding a premier cul-de-sac position directly adjoining parkland at the rear, this magnificent residence on a massive 947m2 landscaped allotment (approx.) is the epitome of family lifestyle excellence. Boasts 5 bedrooms (or 4 and study; main ensuite), 5 living areas, fully-appointed kitchen, office/studio, 3 bathrooms, heating, cooling, alarm, huge deck with spa and triple garage.

Inspection

Wed 4:30-5pm, Thu 12:30-1pm, Sat 9:3010am

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David Blythe 0413 283 303 Christopher Macey 0411 330 311

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9459 5666 | 9497 3222

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Saturday 12th December at 10.00am $780,000-$850,000

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www.6curlewvcourtyallambie.com

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EAGLEMONT 155A Locksley Road

HEIDELBERG 103/119 Cape Street

WELCOME TO A UNIQUE EAGLEMONT VILLAGE OASIS Immediately inviting with scope to update, renovate or rebuild (STCA), secure a prized Eaglemont position with this single-storey home including spacious living, dining room, laundry, alarm, entertainment patio and double garage on a 959m2 block (approx).

This exclusive low-density, low-level complex consists of only 12, including this two bedroom single-level apartment with a stunning architect design, unrivalled quality fitout, sun-drenched alfresco terrace, delightful views and secure basement parking.

Seconds to Yarra parklands, cafes, Leo’s Fine Food, Austin Hospital and train station.

Auction Inspect Contact

Saturday 12th December at 1.00pm Thu 6-6:30pm, Sat 12:30-1pm Peter Scott 0459 223 994

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ESR $950,000-$1,020,000 Office 9497 3222 | 9459 5666 Brad Pearce 0409 679 414

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Saturday 12th December at 12.00pm Thu 5:15-5:45pm, Sat 11:30-12pm Brad Pearce 0409 679 414

ESR $420,000-$450,000 Office 9459 5666 | 9497 3222 Elisse Farquhar 0419 116 130

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MACLEOD 14 Hedline Place

MACLEOD 1/81 May Street

MAKE THIS HEDLINE ENTERTAINER YOUR FAMILY FOCUS An idyllic family lifestyle setting is superbly enhanced by a tranquil child-friendly park/ playground just a few doors along the quiet cul-de-sac of this impressive 4BR, 2 bathroom entertainer. Walk to schools, shopping and transport.

SPACIOUS, STYLISH & VERSATILE VILLAGE LIVING This 3BR, 3 bathroom townhouse features downstairs and upstairs bedrooms with ensuites, balconies with views, study area, living and dining to courtyard, multi-purpose room, excellent kitchen, powder room, heating/cooling, alarm and remote garage.

ESR $660,000-$690,000 Office 9459 5666 | 9497 3222 Brad Pearce 0409 679 414

Auction Inspect Contact

Saturday 12th December at 1.00pm Thu 1:30-2pm, Sat 12:30-1pm John Levingston 0410 978 144

Office 9459 5666 | 9497 3222 Brad Pearce 0409 679 414

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Saturday 12th December at 3.00pm Wed 2:30-3pm, Sat 2:30-3pm Paul Carbone 0418 541 169

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ROSANNA 2/176 Bellevue Avenue

HEIDELBERG HEIGHTS 106 Outhwaite Road

TRANQUIL MODERN SINGLE-LEVEL RETREAT A north-facing entertainment deck and private position creates an ambience for relaxed living with this 3BR freestanding residence. Comprising spacious living room, casual dining, kitchen with stainless-steel appliances, a/c, ducted heating, alarm and DLUG.

MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE NEAR PARKLAND There’s no compromising on indoor-outdoor space with this residence including 3BRs and study area. Features main bedroom with BIRs and ensuite, open-plan living and dining, fully-equipped kitchen, powder room, heating/cooling and remote garage.

Auction Inspect Contact

Saturday 12th December at 1.00pm Thu 2:30-3pm, Sat 12:30-1pm David Blythe 0413 283 303

Office 9497 3222 | 9459 5666 Brad Pearce 0409 679 414

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Saturday 12th December at 2.00pm Thu 4:30-5pm, Sat 1:30-2pm Brad Pearce 0409 679 414

Office 9459 5666 | 9497 3222 John Levingston 0410 978 144

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HEIDELBERG WEST 26 Alamein Road

BELLFIELD 1/150 Liberty Parade

AFFORDABLE AND CONVENIENT This home is sure to impress with its sparkling polished floorboards that sweep through the living area, following through to the kitchen with open meals area, continuing upstairs to 3 bedrooms. Including bungalow and resting on approx 523m2 of land.

PEACEFUL, PRIVATE & STYLISH METRES TO PARKLAND Opening to a private paved entertainment area, this townhouse presents an irresistible first-home, investment and downsizing opportunity including polished parquetry entrance, living and dining area, stone kitchen, Euro. laundry and remote-control garage.

Auction Inspect Contact

Saturday 12th December at 3.00pm Thu 4:30-5pm, Sat 2:30-3pm Christopher Macey 0411 330 311

ESR $350,000-$380,000 Office 9459 5666 | 9497 3222 David Blythe 0413 283 303

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Saturday 12th December at 2.00pm Thu 4:30-5pm, Sat 1:30-2pm Peter Scott 0459 223 994

ESR $490,000-$530,000 Office 9497 3222 | 9459 5666 Damien Carter 0438 850 166

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HEIDELBERG WEST 32-36 Mologa Road ROOM TO MOVE - OWNER-OCCUPIERS & INVESTORS TAKE NOTE! A unique opportunity to purchase this substantial office/warehouse facility of 1,500 sqm (approx.), enjoying a 46 metre frontage allowing multiple roller door access. Situated in the Industrial Estate between Metropolitan Ring Road (5 km north) and Eastern Freeway (6 km south), this industrial facility is in immaculate condition offering ample office accommodation, three phase power and on-site parking for 9 cars. To be sold with Vacant Possession, the property is ideal for owner-occupiers seeking to facilitate a growing business.

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Auction

Wednesday 16th December at 3.00pm

Inspection

By Appointment

Contact

Tim Mitchell 0417 339 986 Paul Evans 0408 144 181

Office

9497 3222

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VENDOR SAY A S SELL! AY Boasting a beautiful outlook to the ranges, three generous living spaces and the choice of two relaxing entertainers decks, this four bedroom, two bathroom home’s innovative architectural design approach has created a wonderfully private, tranquil family retreat at the end of this whisper quiet, no-through-road. Just a short walk from the school, general store and the station, it’s just a few minutes from the centre of Diamond Creek. With under cover parking for four cars, heating and cooling, abundant storage and a 1321m2 allotment it’s sure to impress. auction address price contact

Saturday 12th of December at 11am 34 Sunnyside Crescent Suit $650,000 Plus Buyers Brenda Thorneycroft - 0418 396 495 or Diamond Creek Office – 9438 4422

Inspect: Rep On Site Sat 1:00 - 2:00pm

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Diamond Creek

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Everleigh Views Estate Secure a fantastic parcel of titled land only minutes from the heart of Diamond Creek. Ready to build with all services available. The demand for housing allotments close to lifestyle benefits of shopping, cafes, and public transport is continuing. House and land packages available. With more than half the estate already sold you will need to act quick!

Splashed With Contemporary r Class ry Delightful modern style combines with relaxed family living to make this contemporary home an alluring opportunity for first home buyers, investors and those seeking single level easy care living.

A well laid out combination of formal and casual living, stone and stainless steel kitchen, four bedrooms including main with full ensuite and a wonderful alfresco deliver a superb opportunity to enjoy a sought after lifestyle.

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100 Everleigh Drive Scott Chambers - 0409 660 321 or Diamond Creek Office – 9438 4422

Diamond Creek 9438 4422

Shop 10/67 Main Rd, Diamond Creek

Hurstbridge 9718 2222 784 Main Road, Hurstbridge

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23 Garden Road Suit $460,000 Plus Buyers Chris Donchi - 0419 373 009 or Diamond Creek Office – 9438 4422

Kinglake 5786 1199

Shop 1, Glenburn Road, Kinglake

Whittlesea 9716 3300

39-41 Church Street, Whittlesea

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TENDER CLOSING TUESDAY 22ND DECEMBER AT 6.00PM

BRIAR HILL 2/5 Campbell Road

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Quite simply, nothing compares to this brand new designer residence featuring hardwood floors and quality fixtures throughout. Includes open dining/living zone, Caesar stone kitchen with s/steel appliances, upstairs living zone, 3 bedrooms (master with lavish ensuite and WIR), stunning main bathroom, powder room and study. Glass stacker doors create easy indoor/outdoor flow to the paved alfresco area and freshly landscaped courtyard. Highlights include split system heat/cool, video intercom, double garage. Close to local shops, parklands, Greensborough Plaza, Ring Road, bus and train.

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SALE BY TENDER Offers close Tuesday 22nd December at 6.00pm (unless sold prior) INSPECT Thurs 6 - 6.30pm Sat 1 - 1.30pm CONTACT Ryan Buckingham 0423 506 187 Stuart Buckingham 0411 743 336 OFFICE 104 Grimshaw St, Greensborough PHONE 9435 0999

AUCTION THIS SATURDAY

GREENSBOROUGH 1/186 Henry Street This Federation-style home effortlessly combines period charm with modern luxury. The impeccable interior features Blackbutt timber flooring and 12 foot ceilings, comprising 3 bedrooms (master with lavish ensuite), kitchen/dining/living zone with stone-topped island bench and s/steel appliances, and luxury bathroom/laundry combo. The large Merbau deck enjoys an outdoor kitchen, while finishing touches include ducted heating, air conditioning, video intercom and remote garage. Only a stone’s throw to Greensborough Plaza, train station and schools, be quick to make this standout property yours.

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Saturday 12th December at 1.00pm $590,000 plus buyers 301m2 approx Thurs 6 - 6.30pm Sat 12.30 - 1.pm Sue Stone 0416 055 159 Stuart Buckingham 0411 743 336 104 Grimshaw St, Greensborough 9435 0999

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AUCTION SATURDAY 19TH DECEMBER AT 3.00PM

YALLAMBIE 16 Aminya Crescent

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This superb Yallambie home has been lovingly updated, featuring granite kitchen with s/steel appliances, meals/family zone, inviting lounge, 3 robed bedrooms, 2 modern bathrooms, study/4th bedroom and Euro laundry. A covered alfresco overlooks the manicured garden with pond, large lawn and shed. Extras include ducted heating, air- con, good storage and double carport. This home enjoys easy access to bus, shops, schools and parklands.

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AUCTION Saturday 19th December at 3.00pm INSPECT Thurs 6 - 6.30pm Sat 11 - 11.30am CONTACT Stuart Buckingham 0411 743 336 Troy Clarke 0439 286 780 OFFICE 104 Grimshaw St, Greensborough PHONE 9435 0999

AUCTION SATURDAY 19TH DECEMBER AT 11.00AM

MACLEOD 11 Watson Street

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Hearts will melt at first glance of this 2-storey residence tucked behind a pretty picket fence. A sun-bathed porch leads inside to a comfortable lounge room, modern kitchen/dining with stone benchtops, new s/steel appliances, 2 robed bedrooms with attic-style roofline, light and inviting bathroom, downstairs powder room and practical laundry.

The idyllic rear courtyard features lush level lawn and a leafy shade tree. Highlights include GDH, split system heat/ cool, new floating floor, new carpet, neutral décor, vertical blinds and remote garage with OSP. Close to Macleod and Watsonia shops, train, bus and Ring Road.

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Saturday 19th December at 11.00am $450,000 plus buyers Thurs 7 - 7.30pm Sat 10 - 10.30am Stuart Buckingham 0411 743 336 Troy Clarke 0439 286 780 104 Grimshaw St, Greensborough 9435 0999

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AUCTION THIS SATURDAY

ELTHAM 1/172 Pitt Street

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Whether you’re searching for that ideal downsizer, investment or compact home, this attractive residence is ready to impress. Beautifully light, with new carpet and fresh décor, this inviting home comprises spacious lounge/dining, open well-equipped timber kitchen/meals with 900mm cooktop and wall oven, 3 bedrooms (2 with robes) and sparkling bathroom. The courtyard garden is pretty and features an enticing spa – an ideal way to relax after a hard day!

Other highlights include ducted heating/cooling and remote double garage. Walk to Eltham’s vibrant shopping centre, schools and train.

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Saturday 12th December at 4.00pm $450,000 plus buyers Thurs 7 - 7.30pm Sat 3.30 - 4pm Stuart Buckingham 0411 743 336 Troy Clarke 0439 286 780 104 Grimshaw St, Greensborough 9435 0999

AUCTION SATURDAY 19TH DECEMBER AT 1.00PM

GREENSBOROUGH 7 William Street

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This high potential central Greensborough property offers 1382m2 approx with a sturdy family home and scope to renovate, rebuild or redevelop (STCA). The inviting home featuring rich slate and timber ooring includes open kitchen/ dining/family zone – Jarrah kitchen with s/steel appliances, adjoining lounge, 3 robed bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The large garden includes alfresco entertaining area and meandering paths. Solar electricity minimises the bills, and extras include ducted heating, air-con, water tanks and double garage. A 5-minute walk to Greensborough Plaza, train, Watermarc and more.

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Saturday 19th December at 1.00pm 1382m2 approx Thurs 4 - 4.30pm Sat 1 - 1.30pm Stuart Buckingham 0411 743 336 Troy Clarke 0439 286 780 104 Grimshaw St, Greensborough 9435 0999

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AUCTION THIS SATURDAY LOWER PLENTY 3 Barongarook Court This sizeable family home in a quiet court location features a fireside lounge, kitchen/dining/family zone, 3 robed bedrooms, study/4th bedroom and 2 bathrooms. A decked rear porch overlooks the pretty rear garden with lush lawn, secure fencing and surrounding greenery.

Extras include ducted heating, ducted vacuum, air conditioning, garden shed, double garage and secure off-street parking. A stone’s throw from Lower Plenty shops, Plenty River Trail, and acres of parklands.

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Saturday 12th December at 2.00pm $690,000 plus buyers 627m2 approx Wed 5 - 5.30pm Sat 1.30 - 2pm Stuart Buckingham 0411 743 336 Troy Clarke 0439 286 780 104 Grimshaw St, Greensborough 9435 0999

AUCTION THIS SATURDAY ELTHAM NORTH 2 Highland Court

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Your family will thrive in this beautiful home set in a quiet court just metres from quality Primary/Secondary schools (St Helena Secondary College School zone).

Accommodation includes an open kitchen/meals/family zone, separate lounge with OFP, dining room, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms & open study. A covered deck provides the perfect indoor/outdoor link, leading to pretty landscaped gardens.

Highlights include polished timber floors, lots of natural light, ducted heating/ cooling, air-con, garage/workshop & carport.

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Saturday 12th December at 10.00am $620,000 plus buyers 716m2 approx Thurs 6 - 6.30pm Sat 9.30 - 10am Alison Zandegu 0450 467 677 Stuart Buckingham 0411 743 336 Cnr Rattray Rd & Were St, Montmorency 9434 6666

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AUCTION THIS SATURDAY GREENSBOROUGH 3 Emerald Court

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This modern home presents an exciting 1st home/investment, featuring modern kitchen with s/steel cooking, open dining/living zone with double sliding doors to a leafy courtyard, open study, 2 upstairs bedrooms with built-in robes and balconies, modern bathroom, and powder room. With split system heating/cooling and integrated garage, you’re just moments from Diamond Hills Reserve, sporting facilities, bus, train, shops, schools, Greensborough Bypass and Ring Road.

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Saturday 12th December at 11.00am $380,000 plus buyers Thurs 6 - 6.30pm Sat 10.30 - 11am Robert Anderson 0433 566 949 Stuart Buckingham 0411 743 336 104 Grimshaw St, Greensborough 9435 0999

AUCTION THIS SATURDAY MONTMORENCY 3 Napier Crescent

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Light and modern, this beautifully updated home comprises a large open plan living/dining space and gleaming kitchen boasting 900mm s/steel cooker and huge island bench, 3 robed bedrooms and luxury bathroom.

Lovely French doors lead to a pretty courtyard with sandstone paved area - perfect for alfresco dining. Extras include ducted heating, aircon and single carport. Located close to everything Montmorency and Eltham have to offer the scene is set for relaxed, stylish living.

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AUCTION THIS SATURDAY MONTMORENCY 22B Graeme Avenue This well-presented home enjoys a private position in a sought-after locale. The inviting interior includes lounge, good-sized kitchen/dining, 3 robed bedrooms (master with WIR/ensuite), zoned main bathroom, and full-sized laundry. A fabulous alfresco deck beckons you outside to a pretty garden with leafy canopy and lawn to enjoy. Extras include timber floors, gas heating, evaporative cooling, double carport, solar power and a short walk to Were Street shops, cafes and train station.

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Saturday 12th December at 3.00pm $430,000 plus buyers Thurs 4 - 4.30pm Sat 2.30 - 3pm Stuart Buckingham 0411 743 336 Troy Clarke 0439 286 780 104 Grimshaw St, Greensborough 9435 0999

AUCTION SATURDAY 19TH DECEMBER AT 12.00PM MONTMORENCY 174 Grand Boulevard On an attractive allotment in leafy Montmorency, this multi-level home offers high ceilings and a freshly painted interior comprising spacious lounge/dining, kitchen/meals/family with pool view, 4 robed bedrooms (master with ensuite) and family spa bathroom. Outside you’ll find your new summer haven complete with solar IG pool! Extras include ducted heating, double carport, shed, and a short walk from parklands, primary/secondary schools and a choice of shops.

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Saturday 19th December at 12.00pm 800m2 approx Thurs 5 - 5.30pm Sat 12 - 12.30pm Stuart Buckingham 0411 743 336 Troy Clarke 0439 286 780 104 Grimshaw St, Greensborough 9435 0999

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TENDER CLOSING TUESDAY 15TH DECEMBER AT 6.00PM GREENSBOROUGH 47/265 Para Road This modern 4th floor apartment in the heart of Greensborough features an inviting interior with 2 robed bedrooms, sizeable bathroom, open study, and a spacious kitchen/dining/living zone with balcony. Highlights include a full-size laundry, adjacent terrace, exterior awnings, heating/ cooling, s/steel appliances, secure entrance, access to shared gymnasium in the apartment building and undercover parking space. An easy stroll to train station, Watermarc, Greensborough Plaza & more – this is living!

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SALE BY TENDER Offers close Tuesday 15th December at 6.00pm (unless sold prior) INSPECT Thurs 6 - 6.30pm Sat 10 - 10.30am CONTACT David Oakley 0439 397 284 Stuart Buckingham 0411 743 336 OFFICE 104 Grimshaw St, Greensborough PHONE 9435 0999

AUCTION SATURDAY 19TH DECEMBER AT 11.00AM GREENSBOROUGH 58 & 58A Hume Street ThisexcitingdevelopmentofferstwochancestosecureafabulousGreensborough home in a highly sought location. 58 Hume Street is a beautifully renovated 3 BR home on 788m2 with 2 deluxe bathrooms, fireside lounge & expansive decking.

58A Hume Street is a generous 753m2 allotment with planning permission for the construction of a 26 square 2 storey residence. All services are underground, ready for final connection. The modern floor plan includes 3 BRs, 2 bathrooms, flexible study & double garage. A short walk to train, Greensborough Plaza.

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Forthcoming Sales Briar Hill

Leach Street

3 bed, single level townhouse, single garage

Private Sale

Greensborough

Jessop Street

4 bed, multiple living areas & double garage

Forthcoming Auction

Greensborough

Scotland Avenue

2 bed, weatherboard home

Forthcoming Auction

Greensborough

Palmyra Court

3 bed, study, bungalow at the back

Forthcoming Auction

Greensborough

Baird Street

4 bed, 2 bath, 2 living aeas, quiet court location

Forthcoming Auction

Greensborough

Corowa Crescent

5 bed, study, 3 living areas, double garage

Private Sale

Greensborough

Hume Street

4 bed, study, 3 living areas, 3 bath, double garage

Private Sale

Greensborough

Alexandra Street

2 x 3 bed, 2 bath, double garage townhouses

Private Sale

Greensborough

Scotland Avenue

3 x 3 bed, 2 bath, double garage townhouses

Private Sale

Greensborough

Grimshaw Street

Diamond Valley Apartments, only 30 left

Private Sale

Montmorency

River Road

6 bed, cream BV, formal lounge/dining, original home

Forthcoming Auction

Montmorency

Sackville Street

4 bed, brick veneer home, double carport

Forthcoming Auction

Montmorency

Grand Boulevard

3 bed, 2 car spaces

Private Sale

Montmorency

Olympic Avenue

3 bed, 2 living areas, 1 bath

Private Sale

Montmorency

Beattie Street

4 x 3 bed, 2 bath, single garage townhouses

Private Sale

Montmorency

Virginia Court

3 x 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 living areas, brand new, double garage

Private Sale

Montmorency

Alban Street

Plans & Permits

Private Sale

Watsonia

Lambourn Road

3 bed, 2 bath, double garage, single storey

Private Sale

Yarrambat

Yan Yean Road

5 bed, full ensuite, rumpus & carport

Forthcoming Tender

Merry Christmas from the Team at Buckingham & Company

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Recent Sales Results

MACLEOD SOLD

19 Greives Street $945,000

VIEWBANK SOLD

82 Rutherford Road $770,000

WATSONIA SOLD

MONTMORENCY 44 Mountain View Road SOLD $710,000

MONTMORENCY SOLD

16 Wattle Avenue $770,000

MONTMORENCY SOLD

20 Baldwin Avenue

MONTMORENCY SOLD

3/86 Mountain View Rd $495,000

MONTMORENCY SOLD

116 Rattray Road $720,000

ELTHAM SOLD

ELTHAM NORTH SOLD

29 Nerreman Gateway $1,290,000

ELTHAM SOLD

24 Wombat Drive $1,220,000

8 Gracedale Avenue $805,000

ELTHAM SOLD

2/18 Swan Street $761,500

18 Rushworth Street $621,000

MACLEOD SOLD

1/32-34 Fairlie Avenue $509,000

MONTMORENCY SOLD

17 Ripper Street $860,000

MONTMORENCY SOLD

2/191 Rattray Road MONTMORENCY $700,000 SOLD

2 Luisa Court $890,000

ELTHAM NORTH SOLD

4 Liddesdale Grove ELTHAM NORTH $975,000 SOLD

3/166 Ryans Road $820,000

ELTHAM SOLD

6/29 Stanley Avenue $706,000

ELTHAM SOLD

2/64 Frank Street $631,000

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Ivanhoe 144 The Bouelvard

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a Fantastic Future In a Premium Pocket The enormous appeal of this comfortable two bedroom home undoubtedly lies in the 1007m allotment it currently sits on.

Peaceful and private thanks to easy access from the service road off arguably Ivanhoe’s most sought after street, it offers huge potential for a contemporary renovation, re-development, extension or the construction of a superb new family residence (STCA). Riverside parks, transport, the districts best private schools, the station and the shopping and dining benefits of Ivanhoe and Ivanhoe east‌the location here is as appealing as the land! live in or let out while you decide the best way to take full advantage of this increasingly rare opportunity.

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Lower PLenty 137 Bonds Road An exclusive acre and substantial home A homestead façade and magnificent wrap-around verandah introduce this 90 plus square residence on an acre backing onto the golf course. The lounge/ dining, rumpus, family room with wood fire and meals are complemented by a rich timber/granite kitchen with butler’s pantry, European appliances and servery to the alfresco. These rooms all flow out to the deep verandah with views over the pool, Yarra tree-tops or northsouth lawn ready for a tennis court. Features 3 marble/ porcelain bathrooms and 5 extra-large bedrooms with WIRs and ensuites including a deluxe master with retreat and ‘his and hers’ walk-in robes. Designed to house 10-plus cars, the garage offers an array of future options.

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Saint Helena 28 LarooL avenue Parkside living in the College Zone This elevated family home set behind a very handy return driveway in a whisper quiet court, is ideally positioned in the coveted St Helena College zone, moments from parklands. The welcoming light filled interior introduces formal living overlooked by separate formal dining, casual living with Smeg equipped timber kitchen and a rumpus room the kids will quickly take for their own. The main bedroom includes the comfort and convenience of an ensuite and three further bedrooms are all set around the updated family bathroom. Introducing options for outdoor enjoyment is a generously proportioned decked and paved alfresco area in the deep rear yard.

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Lower Plenty 6 Cleveland Court Understated Luxury In A Premium Pocket Without doubt one of the most stately, stylish residences in this highly sought premium pocket, this impressive home creates irresistible spaces for refined yet contemporary living, both indoors and out. Formal living and dining, expansive casual living, rumpus room, music room and conservatory, flow freely between each other and a poolside precinct with summer house to deliver a vast union of living and entertainment spaces that will release the inner "Gatsby" when it comes to inviting friends and family over.

Research 6 Marconi Court The Ultimate Entertainers Home A sense of style and feeling for space is evident throughout this luxury home perfectly presented and perfectly planned for a lifestyle of family excellence. The ultimate place to be for a family that appreciates tranquil surrounds balanced with exceptional living spaces, it comes with pool, tennis court and an outdoor kitchen, two massive living zones, stunning chefs kitchen, four bedrooms sharing three bathrooms, gym with bathroom and sauna, collectors garage and home office delivering an unforgettable lifestyle....your own piece of paradise!

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Eltham 2/33 Park West Road When Architecture Meets Artistry Inspired by the designs and beliefs of Alastair Knox and refined over time by our artist vendors, this marvelous mudbrick delivers superbly unique living spaces and a lush garden room that will entice and excite all that inspect. Three bedrooms sharing two bathrooms, a studio and two living areas complement a choice of decks in a garden that creates peaceful ambiance, harmony and balance, through simplicity of design, the avoidance of clutter and the use of minimal element.

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Eltham 2/11 Bible Street Impressive Focus On Stylish Quality, Effortless Entertaining Beautifully proportioned and perfectly positioned for an unbeatable lifestyle with everything Eltham´s Main Road has to offer a short walk away, this stunning town residence introduces an impressive focus on stylish quality, effortless entertaining and minimal upkeep in brilliant botanical surrounds. Creating an immediate irresistible impression, you can entertain family and friends in the lush greenery of the alfresco or the refined surrounds of the formal living, in an enticing combination of luxury, lifestyle and location.

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Macleod 24 Albany Court Effortless Living With Alfresco Appeal A safe and quiet court for the kids to play in, parks and schools close by and the station and shopping at either Watsonia or Macleod within minutes only adds the appeal of this perfectly presented family home. A choice of outdoor alfresco zones complement formal and casual living spaces, three bedrooms sharing two bathrooms and a stunning stone and stainless steel kitchen in timeless black and white to deliver seamless indoor-outdoor living the entire family will love.

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Smiths Gully 220 Smiths Gully Road

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Reinvent, Renovate Or Rebuild Having evolved over time to suit changing family needs, this much loved one owner home, offered to the market for the first time in 46 years, offers a unique opportunity to enjoy an enviable lifestyle. Set on 1 ½ private acres (approx), an easy to live with combination of cleared and native land with abundant wild life, it´s the perfect setting for families looking to enjoy a peaceful and pleasant environment. With four bedrooms, two living rooms, huge workshop and superb views it´s a promising proposal ready to reinvent, renovate or rebuild (stca)

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BUNDOORA 8 THE RAMEO Spacious and Bright Family Living on 666sqm!

Backing on to tranquil parklands, just a short walk to a great selection of schools, transport, Andrew Place and Bundoora Square shops is where you will find this cherished family home awaiting the next loving owner. Take advantage of the large sunfilled lounge and open-plan kitchen that overlooks the oversized dining area, both with sliding doors that lead out to a paved entertaining zone and in-ground pool. All the creature comforts are on offer including 4 double bedrooms, 2 with BIR and full en-suite and WIR to main, separate laundry, split-system, ducted heating, lock up garage, double carport and immaculately presented. With Warrawee Park and Pre-school at your back door and a stone’s throw to Parade College, Loyola College and Watsonia North Primary, you will fall in love with this one!

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BUNDOORA 82 CAMERON PARADE Perfect family home in an excellent location The clever design is deceptively large allowing for a wealth of internal living with a flexible floor plan and superb outdoor entertaining. Recently refreshed, the residence opens to reveal full renovated kitchen, hardwood timber flooring and freshly painted interiors boasting modern tones. With exceptional flow the floor plan features a sunken lounge and dining area and a separate family room which leads onto a sheltered entertaining terrace perfect for alfresco dining. Add four spacious bedrooms with semien-suite master, central bathroom, large laundry, new window blinds and an external double garage with ample off street parking.

Capitalise on the sought-after location, this property is close to Bundoora Square, Andrew Place shops, doctors, buses, with the tram line only moments away.

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BUNDOORA 26 MORETON CRESCENT Attention First Home buyers & Investors!

This bright home offers a fantastic and versatile lifestyle for the astute buyer! Offering large formal living and dining area, two spacious bedrooms with BIR, double carport, open kitchen and meals - all serviced by a central bathroom. Gleaming polished hardwood flooring throughout, 8 solar panels, solid clinker brick and plenty of scope to make it your own. Step outside to the large rear yard that backs onto beautiful Gresswell Forest with abundance of walking tracks and Strathallan golf course.

Positioned in the highly sought after Jennings Estate, close to Polaris shopping precinct, Plenty Road, great schools and fine amenities.

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BUNDOORA 32 LEE ANNE CRESCENT Walk This Way!!

Just a short walk to Plenty Rd tram, Bundoora Primary and Secondary Schools and parklands plus easy access to Polaris shopping and La Trobe University place this property in the ideal location. The flexibility of two living zones, rarely offered in the area, creates choice as the formal lounge and dining with wood fire are complimented by an open plan zone with stunning kitchen overlooking the large rear yard and pergola. Three great sized bedrooms are serviced by the updated central bathroom while creature comforts such as split system heating and cooling, polished timber floors and secure remote carport are an added bonus. A quiet setting yet moments’ walk to all Bundoora has to offer, add to this an impressive 669m2 parcel of land and you have a sure fire winner. See it today!

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IVANHOE EAST 32 Wilfred Road

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SPACIOUS 1930S, CHARACTER & LARGE LAND This welcoming clinker brick home (1936), well-maintained with appealing period detail, offers comfortable living and scope for extension or redevelopment (STCA) on a magnificent garden block (965 sqm Approx.) minutes from East Ivanhoe Village, transport and leading schools. Filled with light, it comprises an expansive sitting room with tapestrybrick gas log fire, dining room open to well-equipped kitchen (Ilve 6-burner range), family room, 3 double BRs plus study, 2 bathrooms and laundry. Including a covered outdoor living area, double garage and large workshop, this charming home features coffered plaster ceilings, leadlights, original cabinetry and polished hardwood floors.

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AUCTION INSPECT GUIDE OFFICE CONTACT

Sat 12 December at 3pm Thu 4-4.30 & Sat 2.30-3 $1,300,000 - $1,400,000 Ivanhoe | 9490 2900 Liz Walker 0412 659 140 James Labiris 0409 094 767

EAGLEMONT 20 Outlook Drive

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EXPANSIVE ELEGANCE WITH CBD VIEWS This superbly renovated residence set in terraced gardens offers large-scale family living close to Eaglemont Village, leading schools & transport. Including a tennis court & double garage, here is a distinguished home offering a beautifully proportioned formal sitting/dining room & informal living/dining open to designer kitchen (bespoke cabinetry, pantry, AEG appliances); 4BRs (walk-through robe & luxury ensuite to main); lower level family room adjoining 2nd kitchen & bathroom; 3rd bathroom, powder room & laundry. Including extensive al fresco entertaining areas, sauna and cellar, this fine property features storage, ducted heating & refrigerated a/c. Land size 1391sqm (Approx.).

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VIEWBANK 90 Graham Road

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AUCTION INSPECT GUIDE OFFICE CONTACT

Sat 19 December at 12pm Thur 1-1.30 & Sat 10-10.30 $820,000 - $880,000 Ivanhoe | 9490 2900 Gordon Hope 0403 613 577 Michael Del Monte 0408 190 711

ROSANNA 154 Grandview Grove

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SUPERB FAMILY LIVING, PANORAMIC VIEWS This residence offers light-filled living from a commanding position with stunning views to the Dandenongs. Located just minutes from parklands, schools, La Trobe University, shops and the train station, it comprises a stylishly well-fitted kitchen (custom storage & premium appliances) with living and dining areas flowing to a covered balcony overlooking landscaped gardens. Four large and well separated bedrooms (upper level master with ensuite & WIR), private study, modern bathroom with bath and shower, separate WC and large laundry/utility room. This impressive home also features double garage with auto entry, split system air conditioning units, generous storage and quality fittings.

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Sat 12 December at 1pm Thu 5.30-6 & Sat 12.30-1 $950,000-$1,050,000 Ivanhoe | 9490 2900 Nick Smith 0425 755 238 Nikita McDonald 0423 875 106

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Sat 19 December at 1pm Thu 7-7.30 & Sat 2-2.30 $670,000 - $720,000 Ivanhoe | 9490 2900 Michael Traikos 0413 657 314 Nick Smith 0425 755 238

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STYLISHLY RENOVATED WITH SELF-CONTAINED UNIT This light-filled residence offers 3/4 double BRs, expansive living and dining, well-equipped kitchen (quality appliances and pantry), 2 bathrooms & laundry. Multifold doors open to a stunning al fresco entertaining area & salt-chlorinated pool, bordered by a 1BR self-contained unit with kitchen, lounge & bathroom/laundry. Including a double carport & large workshop, this appealing home features WIRs, polished hardwood floors, ducted heating & air conditioning.

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GRAND-SCALE FAMILY LIVING This Mediterranean-style residence on a double landscaped block with solar gas-heated pool, balconies, verandahs and splendid roof terrace with CBD views offers 4 double BRs (ensuite and WIR to main) plus study; formal sitting and dining rooms; spacious informal dining open to well-equipped kitchen with walk-in pantry; lower level games room/cinema open to second kitchen; 3 further bathrooms, sauna and fitted laundry. Including a double garage and cellar/workshop, it features polished timber floors, generous storage, ducted heating, refrigerated a/c and full security. Zoned for Viewbank SC, this impressive resort-style home is close to shopping centres and parkland. Land size 1256sqm (Approx).

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Sat 12 December at 1pm Thu 6-6.30 & Sat 12.30-1 $1,400,000-$1,500,000 Ivanhoe | 9490 2900 Gordon Hope 0403 613 577 Annalise Newell 0402937607

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Sat 19 December at 12.30pm Thur 1-1.30 & Sat 12-12.30 $410,000 - $450,000 Ivanhoe | 9490 2900 Jonathan West 0418 315 490 Jonathan McLeish 0401 944 029

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EXECUTOR´S REALISATION AUCTION Perfect first home, astute investment or affordable downsizing option, this immaculate semi-detached home comprises two double bedrooms (BIRs) and two-way bathroom, spacious lounge through to the dining area and adjoining kitchen.

Add to this ducted heating and evaporative cooling, full-size laundry and separate WC, plus a wrap-around north-facing yard with undercover patio, high fences for added privacy and remote-control garage (with internal entry) via gated driveway. Close to local primary and secondary schools, public transport, shopping centre, Darebin Creek trails and parkland.

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HEIDELBERG HEIGHTS 44 Outhwaite Road

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LIVE NOW OR CREATE Recently refreshed, this superb residence offers a great opportunity for first home buyers & investors, only moments from schools, Northland, parks, transport & La Trobe Uni. Boasting a sunny northern orientation, it features a spacious lounge with gas heater, skylit kitchen/meals area, bright family room, opening out to an expansive rear yard. 3 generous BRs are accompanied by the spotless central bathroom & laundry. Eminently liveable & also an appealing candidate for renovation or extension (STCA), the solid brick construction, evap cooling & ceiling fans will keep you comfortable in summer, along with external security shutters, double garage & carport. Land size 432sqm (Approx.).

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Sat 19 December at 10am Thu 4-4.30 & Sat 11.30-12 $410,000 - $450,000 Ivanhoe | 9490 2900 Tania Johnston 0408 770 929 Nunzio Sulfaro 0414 223 134

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Sat 12 December at 11.30am Thu 1-1.30 & Sat 11-11.30 $480,000-$530,000 Ivanhoe | 9490 2900 Nick Smith 0425 755 238 Nikita McDonald 0423 875 106

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PRIME POSITION IN EXCLUSIVE EAGLEMONT This light-filled single level villa unit is a perfect first home, downsizers´ retreat or investment, superbly situated within easy walking distance Eaglemont Village, Burgundy St shops & the hospital precinct. Nestled in low-maintenance shared gardens, it offers a large living/dining, well-equipped kitchen/meals, 2 double BRs (BIRs), neat bathroom, laundry & separate WC, plus an internal courtyard with entry to LU garage. Features include polished timber floors, ducted heating, evaporative a/c & alarm.

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