My Weekly Preview Issue 198 - June 22, 2012

SUNSHINE COASTFRIDAY JUNE 22, 2012

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MOTORINGFalling for a BMW, Honda’s family wagon and much more

7 PAGES OF FUN School holiday guide

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S U N S H I N E C O A S T

REAL ESTATE AGENT INDEX

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75 Elders Palmwoods66 First National

56 Howcroft & Assoc75 Maleny & Hinterland

70 Michael Knights54 Mooloolaba Real Estate

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70 RealWay62 RE/MAX75 Riddell Real Estate65 Seaside Real Estate

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CONTENTS54 Auction Action56 Market Tracker

76 Classifi eds76 Rentals

Making the move to the

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The good, bad and indifferent

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Regular readers of my letter will know that shopping with my four-year-old is not an exercise I take lightly.

Bookshops and women’s clothing stores are off the list. A visit to the newsagent works only if I am prepared to fork out decent cash on a magazine for him – he can’t yet read but that doesn’t stop him picking up every issue in the store and carefully examining the merits of the cheap plastic trinket that comes with each.

A trip to the supermarket is tolerable if I promise him a Wiggles-endorsed snack from the baby aisle or Ben 10 spaghetti that he doesn’t eat anyway.

But for some reason, a trip to a farmers’ market (touch wood) is an enjoyable experience for us both. While the staff at Myer are familiar with my child’s antics and there are plenty of store owners from the Plaza to Cotton Tree and down in Caloundra who have seen him chuck a

wobbly, the market stallholders are charmed by my son’s winning smile and patiently answer his barrage of questions. The younger Pearson helps me select appropriate vegies and happily samples the pineapple, and if things start to look shaky I can bribe him with a go on the jumping castle at Kawana or a cheap toy from the secondhand stall at Currimundi. But the good news is there are many other benefi ts to a farmers’ market, which Leigh Robshaw explores this week on page 8.

One benefi t is that fresh, local produce is often cheaper than the stuff sold in shops, and if you’re money conscious, you’ll love reading the writing of MWP’s newest contributor Noel Whittaker. His fi rst column is on page 28.

If your little ones are itching for things to do over the break, our school holiday fun guide on page 40 has heaps of ideas. Or you can take them to the markets – works for me!

Jemma Pearson

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MARKETPREVIEWIf you can’t grow your own, the next best thing is buying it from a farmers’ market, where the vibe is friendly, the food is fresh and the prices are fair for shoppers and suppliers.

WORDSLeigh Robshaw

A revolution is sweeping Australia, and it constitutes a fundamental change in the way we think about, and buy, our food.

We are becoming more concerned about how our food is produced and as a result, farmers’ markets are shooting up like spring fl owers to cater to an increasing demand for high-quality local produce.

It seems like the rise of farmers’ markets has coincided with the rampant cooking show craze, with countless celebrity chefs reminding us the best fl avours and nutritional content are found in the freshest produce.

But interest in farmers’ markets has been growing steadily for more than 10 years – since the fi rst modern-day farmers’ market began trading in Victoria in 1999,

according to the national representative of the Australian Farmers’ Market Association, Jane Adams.

“Australians are very concerned about the provenance of their food,” says Adams. “We respect our farmers and we want to support them. Also, it actually feels good to go to a farmers’ market; you’re shopping in the fresh air and meeting people in a casual way. It’s a much more convivial and educational way of shopping for your food.”

A recent report released by Australia’s Minister for Agriculture, Joe Ludwig, showed farmers’ markets have become a vital and permanent link in Australia’s food chain.

The report, Social and Economic Dimensions of Farmers Markets in Australia, is based on a 2011 survey of 72 market managers. It found 97 per cent of market

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managers reported long-term sustainability of their markets, with market numbers more than doubling between 2004 and 2011.

A survey of 600 South-East Queensland residents and tourists undertaken by Dr Dawn Birch, from the University of the Sunshine Coast on behalf of the Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, found that shoppers are looking for products that are “authentic and original, traditional to the region, and a satisfying and fun shopping experience”.

Regular market-goer Faye Larkan of Maleny, says she shops at farmers’ markets for the quality and variety of organic produce available, as well as the overall experience.

“Walking around a farmers’ market on a nice sunny day is just wonderful,” says Larkan, who regularly shops at the Blackall Range Growers’ Market and Kawana Farmers’ Market. “I love the atmosphere – it’s very social. They’re also really good venues for quirky little cottage industries, special things you know you won’t get anywhere else. I remember distinctly meeting a lady at Kawana Farmers’ Markets one day, who made gluten-free cakes and fermented vinegars. Everything she made was so inspiring, and she used really interesting herbs and ingredients.”

While community engagement is one of the main attractions, it’s quality and price that most people are seeking. Savvy market shoppers know produce bought direct from the grower lasts longer and the price is the same, if not cheaper, than buying from a supermarket. The added bonus is you can chat to the farmer about how the produce was grown, and there’s a feel-good factor in knowing your money is going straight into the pocket of the person who toiled over your apples or spinach.

Farmers’ markets also encourage environmental sustainability, because the produce sold there has substantially fewer ‘food miles’ than that sold at large supermarkets.

The Sunshine Coast has more than a dozen farmers’ markets, with new ones springing up regularly. One of the most popular is Noosa Farmers’ Market, launched by Shane Stanley with his partner Lisa in 2002.

“Noosa Farmers’ Market has been extremely successful because Shane has stuck to his values of bringing the farmer to the market,” says Carem Faba, who assists Shane in running the market. “If you go back six months, after the fl ooding and cyclones, bananas were $12 a kilo at [the supermarket]. We had a grower down the road who wasn’t affected, selling them for $4 a kilo. We made a loud statement at the time: we can provide fresh produce for the local community at a good price.”

Faba says Noosa Farmers’ Market encourages sellers who grow local or organic produce, as well as people who craft quality products that are particularly unique, like one stallholder who makes 50 different fl avours of fairy fl oss, including coffee and pomegranate.

According to the Australian Farmers’

Market Association’s defi nition, a farmers’ market should allow only “farmers and food producers to sell farm-origin and associated value-added processed food products directly to customers”. However, there are reports of ‘resellers’ at some markets around the Coast trying to pass off fruit and vegetables purchased at Rocklea Markets as their own.

Adams says, “It’s up to the market manager to set the rules and self-manage the degree of authenticity within the market.”

Julie Shelton, founder of the Real Food Festival, held in Maleny in September, believes reselling isn’t a problem in itself, as long as there is total transparency and shoppers aren’t being duped.

“Customers who shop at farmers’ markets are coming with different needs and expectations,” says Shelton. “For some it’s very price-driven, and for others it’s about qualities such as organic or local. I think the main issue is in clear labelling, so that people can then have the choice with what they’re buying, rather than there being a risk of deception, which is what’s happening at the moment.”

Peter Homan, manager of Eumundi Markets, has introduced a rating system for stallholders to ascertain how closely they’re aligned with the market’s vision to have “the best art and craft and food market in Australia”.

Eumundi Markets has been running for 33 years, and Homan says resellers are rare – about one in 100 – and those who slip through the cracks are quickly outed by the bona fi de producers. He suggests shoppers question stallholders about how their products are grown or made if they’re unsure of their authenticity.

While there are some defi nite drawbacks of shopping at farmers’ markets, such as bad weather or uneven ground, most shoppers believe they’re far outweighed by the benefi ts.

“A grower can tell you whether they’ve used pesticides or fertilisers, they can tell you how to cook the food properly, all those things you don’t get from the checkout person at your local supermarket,” says Homan. “You also get freshness and a good price – the two things people are looking for.”

The other drawback of farmers’ markets is that they’re usually held only on weekends, but Shelton and other ‘real food’ advocates hope to see farmers’ markets becoming a part of everyday life in the near future.

“In Australia, we’re locked into this concept that farmers markets’ need to be on a Saturday or Sunday,” says Shelton. “In Europe that’s not the case. If you’ve got a farmers market happening in your town square on a Thursday, it makes it more accessible for restaurants, cafes and accommodation houses wanting to stock up before the busy weekend period.”

With 69 per cent of markets reporting increased stallholder numbers and 64 per cent reporting increased shopper numbers, Australia may follow Europe’s lead sooner than we think.

Noosa Farmers’ MarketLocal and/or organic fresh produce, condiments and sauces, skincare products, nuts, herbs, fresh seafood, freshly baked bread, cheeses and handmade gourmet products. Sunday 7am–noon, AFL Grounds, Weyba Road, Noosaville, noosa farmersmarket.com.au.

The Original Eumundi MarketsLocal and organic fresh produce, handmade gourmet food and beverage products, and a huge selection of clothing, jewellery and homewares. Wednesday 8am–1.30pm, Saturday 6.30am–1.30pm, Memorial Drive, Eumundi, eumundimarkets.com.au.

Kawana Waters Farmers’ MarketOrganic fruit and vegetables, gourmet jams and condiments, handmade products, great coffee and family entertainment. Saturday 7am–noon, Sportsmans Parade, Bokarina, beside Lake Kawana, kawanawaters farmersmarket.com.au.

Big Pineapple Farmers’ MarketFine foods, fresh produce, a wonderful Chai Palace plus arts and crafts. Saturday 6.30am–noon, Nambour Connection Road, Woombye, bigpineapple.com.au.

Fisherman’s Road MarketsCommunity-run market with fresh fruit and vegetables, arts and crafts, plants, books, massage and more. Sunday 6.30am–noon, Corner Fisherman’s Road and David Low Way, Maroochydore, www.mooloolabalions.com.

Bulcock Street MarketsArts and crafts market with various stalls selling fresh produce and handmade treats. Sunday 8am–1pm, Bulcock Street, Caloundra, facebook.com/marketsonbulcock

FAST FACTSThere are

more than 160 farmers’ markets operating around Australia.

A pivotal point in the movement came when The Bulletin ran a cover story called The Real Food Revolution in

2002.

The fi rst Australian farmers’ market conference was in

2003.

Victoria is the only state or territory to have it’s own farmers’ market association.

The Victorian Government has given a total of

$4 million over two governments to farmers’ markets to ensure their sustainability.

Eumundi Markets turns over an estimated

$120 million a year and attracts around 20,000 visitors on a good day.

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FED UP WITH RUDENESS? JOIN THE SOCIETY FOR NORMAL PEOPLE

Bernard Salt is a KPMG partner and founder of the Society for Normal People. Contact [email protected].

I am forever at business functions such as lunches and dinners or my worst nightmare, cocktail functions. And the

reason why cocktail functions are my worst nightmare is not because I don’t drink, it’s because I cannot believe the rudeness of some people.

You know how people stand around in tight circles at these things? Well, when I am in one of those circles and I see someone wandering aimlessly around I signal for them to join us. How can people not see the need to include people in that situation?

Or how about when you are at a business

lunch and you are on the end of a long table and the person next to you decides that you are unworthy or uninteresting and talks to the person on the other side for the entire meal? You sit there feeling like a shag on a rock.

Or does this just happen to me? How about on planes where someone hogs

the armrest or in the cinema where a couple discuss the movie at full volume while rustling through a bag of chips? Do you ever send a birthday present to a relative’s child and there is not acknowledgement that the gift arrived much less a ‘thank you’ phone call?

How about at the supermarket where you have a full trolley and the person behind has a few things and you wave them through? Why doesn’t this ever happen in reverse?

Same thing on the roads. I’m always waving people through. And then in a busy carpark where you sit with blinker on signalling that you intend taking someone’s park when they

leave. And then they dawdle and dawdle and then decide that they’re not leaving without signalling this fact to you?

Have you ever walked away from a function or meeting or put the phone down after having just been exposed to rudeness and selfi shness and thought, ‘Am I the only normal person in the world?’

Yes? You have? Well then you will be pleased to know that I have set up a Society for Normal People where people with manners and consideration for others can live in peace and tranquillity.

We normal people use words like ‘please’ and ‘thank you’ and we let others into queues and we ring and thank people for gifts. And do you know why we do all of this? It’s because we are normal!

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Hot 91.1 partnered with White House Celebrations to launch the new season of Business On The Red Carpet. The cocktail event at the current ‘go-to place’, Lot 104, hosted Dan Murray and a selection of guests who enjoyed listening to his business insight and how he created his multimillion-dollar underwear empire.

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Some of the Sunshine Coast’s best-known blokes valiantly agreed to let themselves be raffl ed off, so that each table of ladies enjoyed the company of one or two of these brave males. Josh Sherwell, Ali Day, Mark Visser, Billy Moore, Ash Noffke, Dave the Big Cat Handler from Australia Zoo and a few more all lent their time. Ladies enjoyed a three-course meal and entertainment by Kelsie Rimmer from The Voice.

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Caloundra’s achievement was offi cially recognised by the community.

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WHEREEvents Centre, Maroochydore RSL

Maroochydore State High School year 12 student leaders were honoured the Mooloolaba Lions helped them create the Swanies Leo club. Mooloolaba Lions club members were proud to induct the students at a celebratory dinner presenting them with a club banner, fl ags, pins, and certifi cates.

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JAIDYN LESKIE CASE CLOSED

Police say they will not offer a reward to solve the killing of Victorian toddler Jaidyn

Leskie, on the back of the 15th anniversary of his death.

“A reward is not proposed as the investigation is not active,” police said in a statement.

It was 15 years ago last Friday since babysitter Greg Domaszewicz says he left the 14-month-old boy sleeping before going to pick up Jaidyn’s mother Bilynda Williams, his girlfriend at the time, from a pub in nearby Traralgon.

When he returned, the child had gone, his windows were smashed and a bloodied pig’s head was lying on the front lawn.

Jaidyn’s body was discovered at the nearby Blue Rock Dam on New Year’s Day 1998.

Domaszewicz was charged with his murder but acquitted by a Supreme Court jury.

Three subsequent inquests into Jaidyn’s death have been held.

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The move is part of a plan to tackle what Housing Minister Bruce Flegg has called a social housing crisis in the state.

Flegg says there are currently 30,000 applicants waiting for public housing.

The government is determined to identify tenants dodging the requirement to hand over 25 per cent of their income as rent, he says.

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A third inquest began in July 2005 and found Domaszewicz had contributed to Jaidyn’s death because he failed to adequately look after the toddler while he was in his care, and also that he dumped the little boy’s body in the dam, but coroner Graeme Johnstone did not say Domaszewicz killed the boy. AAP

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He walked away with $30,000, behind winner Karise Eden, the 19-year-old from NSW who has wowed audiences with her powerful performances under the guidance of mentor Seal.

Country music star Keith Urban mentored Percival, from Coolum, who came in ahead of Rachael Leahcar, mentored by Delta Goodrem and Sarah De Bono, mentored by Joel Madden.

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Talking on Melbourne radio station 3AW, Meldrum told hosts Nick McCallum and Justin Smith he’s been grateful for the overwhelming response he’s received from Australians of all ages.

He says it’s been an education having such a long recovery time.

“Not being known as a patient person I wanted to go back to work straight away,” Meldrum told listeners.

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Meldrum plans to meet with AFL and NRL management to express his new-found resolve to get head injuries taken more seriously, after the education he has received in their seriousness at the Epworth Hospital.

“It has frustrated me to see, because I’m a mad football fanatic you know ... where it seems to take a bit of time before someone goes down on the ground for help to arrive and sometimes the game goes on. AAP

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PPeople are dying in Victorian hospitals from hunger and thirst at a rate of three deaths a week, a report has revealed.

In 2011, 83 patients died directly of dehydration and 48 died directly of malnutrition, The Herald Sun reports.

Hunger and thirst played a role in a further 27 deaths last year, according to fi gures obtained under Freedom of Information.

Over the past seven years, there have been at least at least 722 deaths in Victorian hospitals in which hunger and thirst have been at least partly to blame, the newspaper says.

The fi gures don’t include patients who were dehydrated or malnourished but died of another cause. AAP

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Rescue helicopter service CareFlight Group has been attacked by phone hackers who ran up a $16,000 phone bill over the recent long weekend.

The hackers gained access to CareFlight’s telephone account through the organisation’s voicemail system and made international phone calls totalling $16,000 over a 72-hour period.

“This is the last thing you need as a community service that relies on donations for almost half of its funding,” says CareFlight chief executive Ashley van de Velde.

“These callous criminals have affected the entire community we serve by creating such a cruel expense for our charity.”

The group’s helicopter service, RACQ CareFlight, goes to the aid of more than 450 people every year with each mission costing in excess of $12,000. AAP


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on Thursday.Lawless and seven other Greenpeace activists

admitted a charge in Auckland District Court of being unlawfully on a ship after they spent 77 hours on a 53 metre-high tower they scaled aboard the Noble Discoverer at Port Taranaki in February.

The action was aimed at protesting Shell’s planned exploration for oil in the Arctic.

Convictions were not formally entered at the request of lawyer Ron Mansfi eld so they can keep all options open for sentencing, which could include a discharge without conviction.

Lawless, best-known for her roles in Xena: Warrior Princess and Spartacus, says the protest had prompted 475,000 people to lend their names to the campaign to stop the drilling. AAP

Paris police have recovered a $380,000 watch stolen from Rafael Nadal at the hotel where he stayed during the French Open, and arrested a hotel employee.

Police tracked down the alleged thief, a hotel barman, on Tuesday after tracing his hotel access badge, which was used to get into the suite in which Nadal stayed with his parents during the championship.

He confessed to having entered Nadal’s suite and taken the luxury watch, and brought police to the spot where he had hidden it along a railway track near his home in the Essonne area south of Paris, police say.

“The French police have done good work,” Nadal says, adding he was “very happy” the watch had been found and praising the hotel despite the incident AFP

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London is the most expensive city for an evening out, a cost comparison of the world’s major cities shows.

The capital tops the list in a cost comparison of an evening out for two in key tourist cities around the world.

Hanoi, in Vietnam, offers the most affordable night out for British travellers, with a total cost of £89.93 ($141.57).

At more than triple the cost of Hanoi, London topped the list as most expensive with a cost of £330.45 ($520.19).

Britain’s data regulator has reopened its investigation into Google’s Street View, saying an inquiry by authorities in the US has raised new doubts about the disputed program.

Steve Eckersley, enforcement chief of the British Information Commissioner’s Offi ce, says Google has questions to answer about Street View, an attention-grabbing project that sent camera-toting vehicles across the globe to create three-dimensional maps of the world’s roads.

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The Woombye attraction is being restored after it went into receivership in 2009 and closed down. Its plantation train ride was due to reopen on Saturday when staff discovered carefully laid grease on the tracks.

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Almost 20 Coast not-for-profi t groups have received a share of $57,000 as part of the fourth annual Nambour RSL Club Community Benefi ts Grant Fund dinner, held last Thursday.

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He says the new corporate plan would incorporate all of the policy decisions over the past 18 months, which would be consistent with NBN Co’s 12-month and three-year rollout schedules released in February and March.

Connections on NBN’s three technologies – optic fi bre, fi xed wireless and satellite – had increased to about 11,000 from 5500 in February, Quigley says.

Work had begun in areas with about 318,000 premises also, he says.

There were more than 7300 activated services on the interim satellite services, with the long-term satellite project progressing well ahead of the launch in 2015.

The company’s fi xed wireless service was running a completed trial in Armidale, Quigley says. “This is a signifi cant milestone for us because it means that for the fi rst time all three delivery technologies – fi bre, satellite and fi xed wireless – are now in operation.”

Quigley says the highest share of NBN fi bre broadband connections, 37 per cent, was for the fastest speed of 100 megabits per second (Mbps) download/40 Mbps upload. He says only 18 per cent of active services on NBN Co’s fi bre network was for its entry-level speed tier of 12 Mbps download/one Mbps upload.

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WHAT IT MEANS FOR THE COASTAccording to the website Sunshine Coast Broadband Today, the Sunshine Coast region has full satellite coverage and “the NBN in New Developments will be installed in many new locations over the course of 2012”.

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June 30 is rapidly approaching, which means it is time to seek advice about ways to save tax.

Smart tax planning means deferring income while bringing forward expenses.

If you have deductible expenses such as repairs and maintenance on investment properties, try to bring them forward so you will enjoy your tax deduction in the current fi nancial year.

Investigate prepaying 12 months’ interest on your investment loans. Prepaying a year’s interest on a loan of $300,000 may cost $22,000, but you could get up to $10,230 back as a tax refund. This strategy will require negotiation with your lender – you can’t just bank the equivalent of a year’s interest into the loan account, because all the lender will do is take one month’s interest and credit the rest to the principal. Salary sacrifi ce to superannuation is still a great strategy because such

contributions lose just 15 per cent, whereas money taken in hand will probably lose at least 31.5 per cent. Provided lack of access is not a problem for you, superannuation is the perfect place to invest an end-of-year bonus.

If you are a higher income earner, or are salary sacrifi cing now, make it a priority to check your level of contributions as soon as possible. The maximum deductible contributions are $25,000 a year for those under 50, and $50,000 a year for people 50 and over. These include the employer compulsory nine per cent.

Take advice about what to do after June 30 when the maximum deductible contribution reduces to $25,000 for everybody – you may need to rethink your current salary sacrifi ce arrangements.

Nobody likes paying capital gains tax, but it’s important to understand that the relevant date is the date the sales contract is signed. Deferring signing a contract until after June 30 will give you an extra year’s use of the money you owe the tax man. If you are retiring, it may also mean you pay at a lower rate if you will be in a lower tax bracket.

Another strategy is to sell assets that will trigger a capital loss in the same year as you

make the capital profi t – the losses will reduce the CGT as they can be offset against the gains. Even if this means selling shares you believe have strong potential, there is nothing to stop you selling them prior to June 30 and then buying other shares when you are ready.

If you are eligible to contribute to super but don’t have an employer making contributions for you, you could also reduce CGT by making a tax deductible contribution.

CASE STUDY: A couple is retired, and in their early 60s, which makes them eligible to contribute to super and also claim a tax deduction. They sell an investment which triggers a $200,000 capital gain, which will drop to $100,000 when the 50 per cent discount is allowed for. CGT will be calculated by adding $50,000 to the taxable income of both. They could each contribute $200,000 to super and apportion it $50,000 concessional and $150,000 non-concessional. This would create a tax deduction of $50,000 each, which would wipe out the capital gain. The only tax is the 15 per cent on the $100,000 concessional contribution.

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Apple recently showcased modifi cations to its mobile device operating software that included kicking Google Maps to the curb and replacing it with a customised mapping program. During a presentation at the start of its annual Worldwide Developers Conference, Apple said that it is working with car makers to build Siri artifi cial intelligence technology into voice control systems in cars.

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Relationships have their ups and downs, but at what point do the downs make the relationship more trouble than it’s worth?

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There are few better ways to while away a cool but sunny Friday afternoon than lunching at Montalto Vineyard and Olive Grove near Red Hill. It’s a serious winery and restaurant where patrons can wander, glass in hand, through its

Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula may be a relative newcomer to the Australian wine scene, but it has quickly carved

its niche as one of the country’s premier pinot noir-producing districts.

It was not until the early 1970s that vignerons were attracted to the cool, but Mediterranean climate of the region and after some trial and error, found the conditions were ideally suited to producing good quality chardonnay, pinot gris (and pinot grigio) and of course, pinot noir.

These days, there are well over 200 individual vineyards on the peninsular and some 61 wineries – of which more than 50 have cellar door outlets. As the majority of the vineyards are small (less than fi ve acres in plantings), there’s a real family feel to the viticulture, even though variations in soil, elevation and micro-climate result in marked differences between the wines of different producers.

Having recently returned from a ‘study tour’ (read: junket) of the greater Mornington region, I can tell you from fi rst-hand experience how community spirited the wine makers are, and how good their wines have become. But surprisingly, the vines are only a bit part in the Mornington Peninsula production, as the

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If travelling a bit over an hour out of Melbourne is too far for you to go this weekend, you can always bring the Mornington Peninsula to you, as all of the cellar doors will happily pack and post their wines to you, anywhere in Australia. Many of the wines, however, will also be available in your local bottle shop. The signature wine of the region is unquestionably the pinot noir, which is generally medium bodied, shows cherried fl avours, balanced acidity and fi ne but supporting tannins. Some of the best I tried came from Ten Minutes by Tractor, Port Phillip Estate (which is an ultra-impressive winery and restaurant, if you get a chance to visit), T’gallant, Yabby Lake Vineyard and Eldridge Estate (which sells mainly through its cellar door and members mailing list).

With all of its attractions, events, scenery and galleries, the Mornington Peninsula is not just for wine buffs and bons vivants – it’s a worthy destination for your next weekend getaway.

Note: The author paid for all of his expenses and received no inducements or payments from any of the commercial producers mentioned in this article.

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The competition attracts pizza makers from as far as the US, Italy, South Africa and Australia.

It’s offi cial: Augello’s in Mooloolaba makes the best pizza. Defending his title against 300 entries at the Fonterra Foodservice Global Pizza Challenge fi nal held in Sydney last month, Augello’s owner Simon Best produced the best pizza in the world.

The ingredients of the sushi-inspired feast were mozzarella, avocado, mango salsa (made from mango, strawberry, chilli, red onion and coriander), pickled ginger and Mooloolaba yellow fi n tuna, seared with black sesame seeds and topped with wasabi aioli. All of this was layered on a pizza base infused with black and white sesame seeds and blended nori roll.

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Best adds that the restaurant prides itself on using fresh local produce where it can. “We are lucky to be able to access the freshest ingredients here on the Sunshine Coast, but we needed a real point of interest to win over the judges and regain the title we won in 2010.

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PREVIEWHot 91.1 FM breakfast host Todd Widdicombe gives his opinion on the best brews of the week.

So a bear walks into a bar and orders a schooner of beer. The bartender pours a frothy chop and says, “That’ll be $7.50 thanks chief.” The bear pays up and as the barman closes the till he says, “Hope you don’t mind me saying this pal, but we don’t get many bears in here.” To which the bear replies, “Well at seven-fi ddy a beer. I’m not surprised!”

Fair call I reckon, coz these days the price of a coupla quiet ones and a half-dozen loud ones at your local has become a full-blown raid on the hip pocket. That’s why it’s essential to get bang for ya buck I reckon.

Sure, beer is man’s worst enemy, but then again the Bible says to love your enemy, and there’s nothing more powerful than divine intervention when it comes to a brew. Therefore, it’s with great pleasure that I introduce you to a gift from the beer gods – Holgate Mt Macedon Ale.

This is one seriously ace-tasting beverage from a little town called Woodend in Victoria, famous for the hanging rock from the 1970s movie.

The Holgate Mt Macedon Ale is a bonza full-fl avoured pale ale, brewed using Vienna malt and Yankee hops. It pours an amazing golden honey colour with a light,

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It’s a warm and inviting drop, perfect for our current cold weather. Having said that, I can see myself drinking a lazy half dozen at over Christmas lunch too!

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Relentless hits in Cadd and Morris show They’re two of Australia’s best-known music veterans, and they’re teaming up for a Sunshine Coast show.

Friends for more than 40 years, their show is billed as a “relentless sequence of hit songs, laughter and mockery. Never scared to take a jibe at each other, on or off the stage.”

From 1966 until his departure for America in 1975, singer, songwriter, keyboard player and producer Brian Cadd was one of the most prominent musicians on the local scene, famous for hits such as Ginger Man.

Russell Morris’ career started in September 1966. He was part of Melbourne group Somebody’s Image and, with Molly Meldrum as his manager/producer, embarked on a solo career, which gave rise to such

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hits as The Real Thing, undoubtedly his most remembered anthem song, and Wings of an Eagle.

Cadd says, “It is rare and enjoyable to spend 90 minutes on the stage every night with someone who has travelled the same musical road and number of years as I have. It makes the musical highlights, the songs and the silliness all that much more fun. Come and see what we mean.”

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School Holiday Fun GuideStuck for things to keep the kids entertained during the holidays? MWP has done the hard work for you with activities and events from Alex to Yandina.

alexandra headlandSuncity Bowl 8 Mari Street, Alexandra Headland. Phone 5443 2580

Bowling is a great indoor activity when the weather turns cold. Suncity Bowl at Alex is open seven

days from 9am until 9.30pm, with helpful ramps available for little children and bumpers for under-12s. On Friday and Saturday nights the lights are turned down and the music is turned up for great

fun and prizes. There are arcade games and some great food and drink upgrades. Bookings are recommended, particularly on cold or wet days. suncitytenpin.com.au

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birtinyaThe Woods Skatepark 10/10 Capital Place, Birtinya. Phone 5306 1902.Don’t let the kids be bored rain, hail or shine these holidays – let them try out their latest tricks and jumps at the newly opened The Woods indoor skatepark. With state-of-the-art timber skate ramps direct from the US, kids and adults can skate in air-conditioned comfort seven days a week. The skatepark caters for all ages, with under-10s and open sessions available. Coaching is also available in one-on-one or group sessions for those who want to improve their skills. The skatepark is open Monday to Friday from 9am to 9pm, and Saturday and Sunday from 9am to 8pm. The cost is $20 per session (kids under 10 are $8 and parents must stay with children) or you can save by buying a ten-visit pass for $150. All participants under the age of 18 must have their own parent sign a waiver for them on site, and bikes, roller skates, in-line skates and Ripsticks are not permitted at any time. Scooters are only permitted during open sessions. boardstorepark.com

bli bliMcMartins Strawberry Farm End of Sports Road (next to the wetlands), Bli Bli. Phone 5448 4912.Family owned and operated since

1945, McMartins Strawberry Farm and cafe is in a beautiful and peaceful rural setting ideal for a family day out. Enjoy quality time together as you pick your own strawberries to eat now or take home and enjoy later. Treat the kids to award-winning homemade ice creams and relax with a coffee and toasted sandwich or Devonshire tea on the undercover deck while they amuse themselves in the children’s play area. Strawberries are available to buy already picked in the gift shop and there are also a selection of beautiful homemade jams, farm fresh vegetables and tubs of ice cream to take home. McMartins Farm and cafe is open every day days 8.30 to 4.30pm until mid October. Buses and group bookings

are welcome.

caloundraStockland Shopping Centre47 Bowman Road, Caloundra. Phone 5491 3488.There will be plenty of free school holiday fun at Stockland Caloundra. Bring the kids along and they can get creative and decorate their very own grassy head, which they can then take home to nurture and grow their own little decorative garden. The Grassy Heads activity will run from 10am to 2pm daily. Parents can shop and stop for a coffee while the kids are entertained creating their own masterpiece.

kawanaLake Kawana Community Centre 114 Sportsmans Parade, Bokarina. Phone 5413 1400.Developed in consultation with fi ve different Aboriginal communities, I, Bunyip is a rare chance to meet very real characters from Australia’s oldest stories with one of the country’s most exciting performing arts companies. Children and adults will be introduced to authentic stories passed down in indigenous communities for hundreds of years through a unique performance of puppets, visual effects and multimedia, that takes audiences deep inside the mysterious heart of Australian imaginings. Sunshine Coast Council, in conjunction with Erth Visual & Physical Inc, will present two performances at Lake

Kawana Community Centre on July 3 at 1.30 and 6.30pm. Tickets are $20 for adults, $15 for children or $60 for a group of four (minimum of two children). Tickets can be purchased in advance over the phone, online or by visiting the box offi ce. Tickets can also be purchased at the door on the day.


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maroochydoreMaroochy RSL Memorial Avenue, Maroochydore. Phone 5443 2211.

The Maroochy RSL Club will host A Night at the Zoo kids dress-up party during the school

holidays to complement the venue’s regular children’s facilities and events. The key feature of the June 23 party will be a children’s disco, set to the live music of one of South-East Queensland’s best cover acts The Zookeepers. There will also be party games, prizes for best dressed, face painting and a balloon artist working his magic for the young crowd. Different activities also run throughout the holiday period in Mystery Island. maroochyrsl.com.au

Sunshine Plaza Horton Parade, Maroochydore. Phone 5443 4133.The Happy Feet Two – Time to Tap Interactive Experience is a 30-minute taste of the world of tap dancing, made famous by Mumbles and Gloria in the much-loved movie. The show includes music, movement, tapping and audience participation with two special friends of the movie’s favourite characters, Buddy and Coach. The show runs from June 25 to 29 at 11am and 1pm daily on the Riverwalk Stage. From July 2 to 6 kids can join in the Happy Feet Two craft activity from 11am to 2pm daily. Kids can also meet Tweety Bird on the Riverwalk Stage on July 3 at 9am, 10am and 11am, have their faces painted and receive a novelty balloon. sunshineplaza.com


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Top Shots Fun Park Corner Maroochydore Road and Allora Drive, Maroochydore. Phone 5452 7007Open daily from 10am to 5pm and late on weekends, Top Shots has something for everyone to enjoy. Its newest arrival, the Extreme Cannonball Blaster, is the fi rst of its kind in Australia. Battling it out inside a containment dome, players blast each other with soft foam balls from up to six metres away while reverse-vacuum technology creates a constant airfl ow so the cannons can continually fi re when loaded. The attraction joins other drawcards such as two 18-hole mini golf courses, extreme trampoline, an indoor rock climbing wall, blaster boats, the latest arcade games and a fast food cafe. Entry is free and

visitors pay for their activities on the day. topshotsfunpark.com.au

mooloolabaThe Wharf Mooloolaba Parkyn Parade, Mooloolaba, Phone 5444 8088.Children will love the friendly goats, fl uffy chickens and cute lambs at the Animal Farm from June 28 to July 4, from 10am to 2pm daily. The Wharf is a great place to have lunch or treat the kids to an ice cream or fudge before heading off on the next adventure. Visit the booking offi ce for information on the latest tours including Mooloolaba Canal Cruises, Sunset Cruises and Whale Watching.wharfmooloolaba.com.au

Underwater World Parkyn Parade, Mooloolaba. Phone 5458 6280.Make a splash with a seal family in the Seal Swim experience, or just kick back and let the Underwater World seal-ly crew entertain you in the Seal Show, held four times daily. There are 16 fun and interactive animal talks and


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presentations every day, or let the kids become Ocean Rangers in fully supervised full- or half-day programs where they can meet, touch and feed some of Underwater World’s amazing animals. With limited availability bookings are essential, and terms and conditions apply including age restrictions. underwaterworld.com.au

Whale One Parkyn Parade, Mooloolaba. Phone 1300 942 531.Come with Whale One to see the gentle giants of the ocean at play, as they migrate to the warmer waters of the Whitsundays. Aboard Whale One you may see these majestic animals ‘breach’, as they show off by jumping out of the water. When


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they come alongside the vessel they ‘spy hop’, poking their heads out to look at the passengers. Sea turtles, dolphins and sea birds are often sighted during the cruises, which depart daily from mid June to mid November. For a great holiday double, each whale watch booked also receives a free sunset cruise. whaleone.com.au

palmviewAussie World73 Frizzo Road, Palmview. Phone 5494 5444.Don’t let the winter chill keep you indoors – head to Aussie World and get the adrenaline pumping on the Redback, warm up by climbing to the top of the Giant Slide or spin out on the Octopus. When you need cooling down hit the new

water ride Plunge. Admission is $29 per person, $99 for a family of four or $119 for a family of fi ve, and includes unlimited rides and games of mini golf all day. Aussie World is next to the famous Ettamogah Pub and gates open at 9am, with rides starting at 10am. aussieworld.com.au

yandinaGinger Factory50 Pioneer Road, Yandina. Phone 5446 7100Along with free entry, families visiting the Ginger Factory during the school holidays will be in for a treat with special ‘Super Saver’ deals running daily, including hourly ‘buy one get one free’ offers ranging from

free scoops of homemade ice cream, free rides on Overboard and the Ginger Train or free admission into the live bee shows with every ticket purchased. The Ginger Shop is also offering two for one deals on its one-kilogram crystallised ginger packs. Visitors can download the special ‘Super Saver’ coupons from the Ginger Factory’s website and present them to staff on the day to redeem their offers. gingerfactory.com.au


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REKINDLING A FLAME FOR BMW

We’ve always had a diffi cult relationship, the BMW X3 and I.

Right from the outset, we just never hit it off. Perhaps it was partly because I was so fond of its big brother, the X5.

Oh, sure there were times when we tried to make it work. Every couple of years, BMW would insist the X3 has changed – and I’d agree to give it another go. Every time, though, it seemed to end in disappointment. There were new engines – even a more luxurious interior at one stage – but the same old arguments always seemed to

crop up. Its gangly looks. Its choppy ride. Its in-between size.

Now, the siren call of the X3 has come haunting me again. Only this time, I really think we can make it work. The all-new BMW X3 is here. And I’m ready to try again.

Amazingly, it seems as if BMW has listened, and responded. Where it once looked awkward and out of whack, it’s now in perfect proportion. It looks like a shrunken-down version of the X5, which by any measure has always been one of the great-looking SUV designs.

The new X3 has addressed the

WORDS Peter Atkinson

lacklustre interior which also plagued the previous model.

The original X3 looked downright cheap, and never quite reached the standards we expect of BMW. The new car does, without question. From the soft-touch surfaces to the smart-looking colour 6.5 inch iDrive screen, standard on all models and including satellite navigation and reversing camera, the X3 is a massive step forward.

The new car, with its longer, wider wheelbase and revised suspension, feels very settled on the road. We tested the

MAKE/MODELBMW X3

DETAILS Five-door, fi ve-seat premium mid-sized SUV with choice of four and six-cylinder turbo diesel or six-cylinder, twin-turbo petrol engines; eight-speed automatic transmission.

TECH STUFFxDRIVE28i (as tested) 3-litre in-line six-cylinder with twin sequential turbochargers produces 190kW, 310Nm, 0-100km/h in 6.9 seconds; xDrive20d four-cylinder, two-litre turbo-diesel produces 135kW, 380Nm; 0-100km/h in 8.5 seconds; sDrive30d six-cylinder, 3-litre turbo-diesel produces 190kW, 560Nm; 0-100km/h in 6.2 seconds. All models use eight-speed automatic transmission with manual option.

THIRST5.6l/100km (xDrive20d); 9l/100km (xDrive28i); 6l/100km (xDrive30d).

VERDICT BMW’s former ugly duckling is now a beautiful swan.

BOTTOM LINE xDrive20d from $62,200; xDrive28i from $71,900; xDrive30d from $74,900.continued over >


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49 DEALERS TO SELL VOLTOnly 49 Holden dealers across Australia will sell and service the new Volt electric car when it goes on sale later this year.

Country dealers are on the list, to ensure electric car ownership is not restricted to city buyers.

Dealers to sell the Volt will install a dedicated charging station and invest in new tooling and training to ensure the highest standard of service.

Holden’s executive director of sales and marketing, John Elsworth, says Volt dealers must take their environmental responsibilities

[ M O T O R I N G ]

seriously by implementing certain environmental management practices.

Among the Volt dealers confi rmed, 18 will be in Victoria, 11 in NSW, nine in Queensland, seven in Western Australia and four in South Australia. AAP

Holden has launched its new generation Colorado.

The 2012 Colorado gains a new range of engines, revised looks and a 3.5-tonne towing capability.

Holden says its engineers and designers contributed signifi cantly to the vehicle’s global development program. The model line-up includes the DX Single Cab 4x2 to the range-topping LTZ 4x4 Crew Cab featuring sports bar, side steps and 17-inch alloy wheels standard.

Holden says the new 2.8-litre, when paired with the optional six-speed automatic transmission, produces 10 per cent more power and 40 per cent more torque than the outgoing 3.0 litre diesel powertrain.

New Holden workhorse on sale

mid-range X3 – and the only petrol-powered variant in the new X3 fl eet – the xDrive28i. Decoded, that means it’s an all-wheel-drive version (xDrive) with a three-litre, twin turbocharged six-cylinder engine – the same engine which earns a 3.0i or 3.5i tag when used in other models such as the 3 Series and 5 Series – but which has been detuned slightly.

Most tempting to me, is the entry-level xDrive20d – which uses a tweaked version of the same excellent two-litre, four-cylinder turbo-diesel found in the 1, 3 and 5 Series models at a tasty starting price of $62, 200. BMW says that’s despite it including about $10,000 more standard equipment than the old X3.

That money gets you most of the goodies in the more expensive models – iDrive, sat nav, head-up display and reversing camera, but at a price which makes the X3 highly competitive against class rivals, which have turned my head in the past. Perhaps no more, though.

This could be the start of a beautiful friendship.

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Mazda’s CX-5, the Honda Civic Hatch and BMW’s 3 Series have all gained the maximum fi ve-star safety ratings.

The all-wheel drive variant of the new XUV500 SUV by Mahindra clocked a four-star result with side curtain airbags and Electronic Stability Control (ESC) as standard features.

ANCAP is supported by all Australian and New Zealand motoring clubs and the Australian Government.

Safety ranks highly across new releases


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NIP AND TUCK TREATMENT FOR HONDA’S ODYSSEY

[ M O T O R I N G ]


MAKE/MODELHONDA ODYSSEY

BOTTOM LINE From $37,100 plus on-road costs.

THERE are probably few new cars that I feel better qualifi ed to judge than the Honda Odyssey. You see, for the past seven years our family vehicle has been a much-loved, much-enjoyed Honda Odyssey, not terribly unlike the one we’re testing this week.

The Odyssey has been around, in various forms, in Australia since 1994, but it really began to make its mark with this current design shape in 2003. Suddenly, having more than three kids in the back didn’t mean either a bulky SUV or a boxy converted delivery van.

The new Odyssey builds upon that reputation in many ways – but has taken a step or two backwards in the process.

First, the positive. An upgrade to the Odyssey’s 2.4 litre engine has given it marginally more power and peppier performance. Fuel effi ciency has also been improved to an impressive 8.9L/100 kilometre

average. The chassis has also been tweaked, resulting in an even better ride and even sharper handling.

While the wheelbase remains unchanged, there is extra leg-room for second and third-row passengers.

On the safety front, the Odyssey now gets Dynamic Stability Control as standard, and driver vision has also been improved.

The new Odyssey is quicker, smoother, roomier and safer, so what’s

not to like?Well, the

jury’s out on the revised styling, and we were less than impressed with the interior. The sweeping, space-age design of the dash on the previous model has been replaced by a less attractive and less user-friendly arrangement.

That’s been mitigated somewhat by the addition of a touch-screen at

nd n

the top of the centre stack. It houses satellite navigation and also doubles as a reversing camera.

On the positive side, the instrument panel has been upgraded with the addition of a digital trip computer.

The standard model we tested can now be had for a very affordable $37,100. If you want the leather,

sunroof and extra electricals of the luxury model you’ll be paying about an extra 10 grand on top of that. Unfortunately, our family has now grown to the point where we no longer need

people-mover-style transport. Otherwise this new Odyssey would

certainly still be on our shopping list.


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VOLVO THINKING OUTSIDE THE BOX

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MAKE/MODELVOLVO V60 D3 AND S60 T4

BOTTOM LINE T4 sedan from $48,990, wagon from $51,990; D3 sedan from $54,990, wagon from $57,990.

VOLVO station wagon. Are there three less exciting words in the English language?

Three words that conjure up images of boxes, on top of boxes.

OK, so Volvo has moved on a bit since the days of those squared off load-luggers of the ’70s and ’80s. But Volvo wagons have never exactly set the pulse racing.

However, the Swedish marque’s new V60 wagon is a genuine head-

turner – every bit as pretty as its sibling S60 sedan that most agree is the best-looking car Volvo’s ever built.

The V60 is a treat to drive. A new diesel engine, a new turbocharged petrol four-cylinder engine and a healthy dose of extra standard equipment have pushed the S60 and V60 models towards the top of the European value-for-money stakes, with both now offering standard fare such as Volvo’s City Safety system.

retty as its

There’s also a powered driver’s seat, rain sensing wipers, a seven-inch colour display screen as part of a high-end multimedia package, plus all the safety goodies you’d expect

in a Volvo.We tested the S60 in entry-level T4 petrol

spec, fi tted with an engine that’s destined to create quite a stir in the Australian car market (soon to be

used in the Aussie Ford Falcon).From just 1.6 litres

of capacity, the T4 delivers 132 kilowatts, and coupled to a

six-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, it feels beefi er than its tiny size would suggest.

The benefi t of the 1.6-litre engine comes at the petrol pump, with fuel economy we’re used to seeing from a small car, rather than a roomy mid-sizer like the S60.

Even more frugal is Volvo’s newest diesel engine, the D3, fi tted to our V60 wagon test machine.

We found it even more impressive than the T4 petrol. The only issue was a slight lag in engine response.

The S60 has previously impressed us with its ride and handling – and the wagon variant is equally well-mannered on the road.

Leather trim, an eight-speaker audio with iPod and Bluetooth streaming are part of the standard V60 fare, along with Volvo’s always well thought-out, beautifully presented cabin ambiance.

The two new engines complement two existing powerplant options in the V60 and S60 – a 177kW, two-litre petrol T5 and the fl agship 224kW, three-litre turbo T6.

That’s enough to give this sexy new Swede some real performance cred.


$9,995*inc 5yr warranty, parts & labour

03 NISSAN PATHFINDERPopular 4x4 wagon. Automatic and

looks great in burgundy. Woohoo weekends

up the beach.Reduced this

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SUZUKI VITARA JLX SOFT TOPOnly 140,000kms and

its and automatic. Top of the range with power

steering and an EFI engine. Very popular.


08 TOYOTA COROLLA SEDANStill the most popular car. Super reliable,

very safe, look great and drive so well. Toyota always hold a good

resale value so this is really a bargain.


HOLDEN RODEO 4X4This one has turbo diesel motor, air con,

power steering. 4x4 diesel utes are very hard to fi nd in

this condition and in this price

range. Be quick


Fantastic car to drive, has climate control, airbags,

ABS braking, 6 stack stereo and good looks as well

04 HONDA ACCORD EURO


MAZDA B2500 DUAL CAB2.5 litre diesel engine, 4WD , has air con and power steering. Has been well cared

for with servicing and drives very well. Not easy to fi nd

one like this and this weeks special


04 HOLDEN ASTRA CD One of the most popular models on the

market, aircon, power windows, airbags, only 160,000kms. Great

car to drive.


02 FORD SR SEDANThis is a series 3 update model. Has alloy

wheels, rear wing, cruise control and power windows. This

car has only 120,000kms and drives very tight


02 HYUNDAI TRAJET WAGON

Automatic people mover with aircon, power steering

and lots of seats. Drives well and great for the family.


04 MERCEDES C180 KOMPRESSOR

Immaculate car only done 105,000kms. Good service history. Presents as a very

nice clean car inside and out and drives as you

would expect.


05 MAZDA 6 HATCHAwesome car in black with

a 5 speed manual, low kms, fantastic to

drive and looks great too


03 TOYOTA RAV WAGONThis is an automatic cruiser pack Rav

which gives you cruise control, sunroof, airbags, ABS brakes and colour coded. Great car

to drive and looks the part.


06 NISSAN XTRAIL ST-S5 speed manual, drives very well, very

popular car and at this price with only 101,000kms, won’t last long

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S U N S H I N E C O A S T

REAL ESTATE AGENT INDEX72 Belle Property

74 Day & Grimes

75 Elders Palmwoods

66 First National

56 Howcroft & Assoc

75 Maleny & Hinterland

70 Michael Knights

54 Mooloolaba Real Estate

57 Next Property Group

68 Platinum Properties

65 Property Today

70 RealWay

62 RE/MAX

75 Riddell Real Estate

65 Seaside Real Estate

54 Vic Murphy

65 Victor Realty

75 Woombye Real Estate

CONTENTS54 Auction Action

56 Market Tracker

76 Classifi eds

76 Rentals

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SQUARDE

PREVIEWDebt can help you get ahead or bring you down. So what’s the difference between good and bad debt? MPP has the answer.

WORDSJemma Pearson

Neither a lender nor borrower be. It’s a nice idea and a catchy line, but

few of us go through life without racking up some sort of debt. Whether it be a necessary evil, part of an investment strategy, or a silly splurge, we have all been there.

The temptation is great – we are surrounded by institutions and organisations ready to lend us money or extend lines of credit. But not all debt is evil. So when is it good to go into debt? Let’s take a look.

COVER STORY

“if you can’t afford it, don’t buy it. You can always pick

up a couch from Vinnies or use the laundromat”


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ARING THEDEBT LEDGER

from the tax man to maintain your investment. You don’t get the same tax breaks on your own home, so some might not consider this good debt, but a home is necessary to provide shelter, plus it saves on paying rent and, assuming you hold it for long enough, will increase in value. So once you have paid off the debt, you’re left with a pretty valuable asset.

• Small business – it’s true, plenty of people fail and lose money starting their own business, but few people launch a businesses with a view to lose cash. Entrepreneurs have to start somewhere, and generally all small business owners (and even large ones) have had to borrow cash to get started or expand. As such, this debt is generally considered to be a good one.

GREY AREASThere are some loans that are considered necessary debt or grey areas. They are:• Cars – many people refuse to borrow money

to buy a car, instead saving cash for a new vehicle every 10 years or so, but most of us are not that disciplined and let’s face it, public transport on the Coast isn’t great. A car is a necessity for most, and so it falls into this list. Sure, interest on a car is a waste of money – car values, particularly new car values, fall very quickly. Some people buy only used cars

BAD DEBT• Consumables – two years interest free terms:

ooh it’s very tempting, isn’t it? But buying a couch or fridge on credit is very bad debt. Every year thousands of Australians get caught out buying consumer products on credit and end up paying more than the product was worth, once the interest-free period ends. You might think you can pay it off in the interest-free period, but if you lose your job, how easy is it really to fi nd $20 a week? The bottom line – if you can’t afford it, don’t buy it. You can always pick up a couch from Vinnies or use the laundromat.

• Credit cards – interest rates charged on credit cards are usually much higher than those on other loans, and it is just too easy to use that little bit of plastic now and worry about paying it later. Cut up your credit card. Again, if you can’t afford it, don’t buy it.

GOOD DEBT• Real estate – unless you’ve come into a hefty

inheritance or you’re on a seven-fi gure salary, if you want to buy property, you’ll need a mortgage to do it. And whether you are buying investment property or your own family home, this debt is considered a good one. For an investment, the interest you pay on a home loan is tax deductible, so there’s a helping hand

for this reason. The trick is to shop around, do your homework and haggle for the best price.

• Consolidation loans – in theory these are a great idea. If you are already in debt, rolling your loans into one, say your home loan, and lowering weekly repayments, seems sensible, and for many people this is the only way to manage their debt. But beware that taking your credit card debt and sticking it on your home loan means you’ll be paying it off over a longer period – your weekly repayments will be reduced, but you’ll be stuck with the debt for longer.

• Investments – leveraging, which is borrowing money at a lower interest rate than the potential return of the investment, is a strategy used by many a savvy investor. But it’s a risky one. If the investment fails, you are left with no asset and a big debt. Not for the faint-hearted or inexperienced.

• Education – education has long been linked to success, so the better educated you are, the more likely you are to gain a well-paid job. Therefore, it can be argued that borrowing to pay for education is good debt, though it’s a bit of a grey area, so it falls into this list. Education costs are really an investment in you and your earning capacity. Though there are plenty of uni graduates who don’t use their degrees to gain better work, over the course of a lifetime, those who have a technical qualifi cation or degree tend to get a good return on the investment of education.

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Features:Auction:Result:

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Sales agent:

Unit 45 ‘Aqua Vista’, 62-66 Sixth Avenue2 bed, 2 bath, 2 car June 16 Passed in at $440,000, 15 attendees, negotiating now.First National Maroochydore 5479 6600Kim Bourgois 0416 237 484

Auctions in ActionHere’s a preview of the hot auctions taking place on the Sunshine Coast in the next seven days

3 Karkawarri Court, Buddina Auction details: On site Saturday June 23 @ noonAgency: Elite Lifestyle Properties 5444 0111Contact: Mark Unkel 0412 738 675

106 Mountain Creek Road, Buderim Auction details: On site Saturday June 23 @ 11am Agency: Next Property Group 1300 400 777Contact: Chris Pace 0417 196 600

261 Diddillibah Road, Diddillibah Auction details: On site Saturday June 23 @ 10am Agency: Property Today 5444 2222 Contact: David Grenfell 0419 946 534

3 Oak Court, Minyama Auction details: By private invitation Thursday June 28Agency: Platinum Properties 5437 8806Contact: Steve Turner 0412 679 488 & Geoff Ohmsen 0412 103 147

27/50 Aspland Street, NambourAuction details: On site Sunday June 24 @ noonAgency: Victor Realty 5476 0050Contact: Craig Heppell 0400 180 515

4 Undanbi Lane, Twin WatersAuction details: On site Sunday June 24 @ 1pmAgency: Victor Realty 5476 0050Contact: Craig Heppell 0400 180 515

39 Towen Mountain Road, West Woombye Auction details: On site Sunday June 24 @ 1pm Agency: Elders Palmwoods 5478 9122Contact: Mike Burns 0418 991 702 & Natalie Massa 0402 807 260

72 Baanya Street, Wurtulla Auction details: On site Friday June 22 @ 4pm Agency: RE/MAX Property Services 5438 5233Contact: Andy Camm 0458 666 670

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35 Huntley Lane, Western Avenue6 bed, 3 bath, 3 car June 17Sold prior to auction for $1.1 million. Elders Palmwoods 5478 9122Mike Burns 0418 991 702 & Natalie Massa 0402 807 260


Agency:

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Units 402 & 467 ‘The Beach Club’, 87 First Avenue1 bed, 1 bath, 1 car June 16Unit 402 passed in. Currently negotiating. Unit 467 now listed at $245,000. Mooloolaba Real Estate 5444 1066Anna Jarman 0432 160 697


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26 Kurrimine Crescent3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car June 16 Passed in at $380,000. Looking for offers above this.Next Property Group 1300 400 777Minka Jenkins 0488 550 063


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81 Parsons Knob Road4 bed, 3 bath, 4 carJune 16 Passed in. Negotiating with a number of interested parties. Riddell Real Estate 5442 1888David Menck 0408 713 834


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24 Attunga Court3 bed, 2 bath, 4 car June 17 Passed in. Dealing with post-auction interest.Maleny & Hinterland Real Estate 5494 3022Julie Reimers 0417 465 536

AUCTION ACTION

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EVERYTHING MUST GO

Auction lovers with a green thumb should head out to 145-163 Dales Road, Chevallum this Sunday for a clearance sale at Chevallum Wholesale Nursery.

The nursery has been operating for 22 years but will close its doors this month after the sale of the property.

Steve Perry from RE/MAX Property Sales looked after the sale, and has now organised a large chattel auction to help the owner, Fay Stutt, move on from the property. “Everything must go as the property has been sold as a lifestyle property, not a going concern,” Perry says.

The auction begins at 11am and will be run by Gordon Macdonald of Jason Andrew Auctioneers. It will operate under standard auction conditions, which means cash only on the day.

The auction will follow on from another successful chattel sale at 35 Huntley Lane, Montville last Sunday.

Auctioneer and principal Mike Burns from Elders Palmwoods says there was a good crowd of around 100 people, and fun, spirited bidding on almost 90 lots resulted in most being sold on the day.

The nursery has been operating for 22 years but will close its doors this month after the sale of the property


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• Two commercial properties are offered FOR SALE.• Both blocks approx 607sqm• Both premises approx 240sqm• 128 Greenoaks Dr has 2 tenants• Must be sold. Expressions of interest invited.

Address: 128 & 136 Greenoaks Dr, CoolumPrice: Expressions of Interest Contact: Henry & Nina 0418 714 384

Commercial On Coolum• Cross the road to feel the sand in your toes.• Two bdrm fully furnished unit, spacious & light living area • Two swimming pools, bbq area • Restaurants, cafes, clubs, shops all close by.

Address: 13 Mylos, 2 Maroubra St, Alexandra HeadlandPrice: $279,000 Contact: Henry & Nina 0418 714 384

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Mooloolaba – “Just Listed” 12 Jacaranda Drive. Spacious open plan 3 bdrm home, 2 living areas, with high ceilings. Inspect and be impressed. Huge potential at $409,000 Inspect by appt

Maroochydore – 1/15 Broadwater Ave. Great location duplex/townhouse, 3 generous bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3 toilets, dble car, 2 living areas plus study nook. Large entertaining courtyard. Offers over $490,000 Inspect by appt

Maroochydore – Unit 68 “Regents Landing” 19 Arwen St. Lowset 3 bdrm, ensuited unit, with north facing entertaining capturing the winter sun. Quiet complex, Low Body Corps. $310,000 View Sat 11.00 - 11.30am

Cotton Tree – Unit 8 “Seashapes” 42 Fourth Ave. Freshly painted 3 Bedroom, ensuited unit. On fi rst level overlooking parkland. 250m to beach, bowls club & restaurants. Great lifestyle. Vacant and ready to be sold. NOW $359,000 View Sat 1.00 - 1.30pm

Cotton Tree – Unit 18 “Seashapes” 42 Fourth Ave. “Just Listed” Located in a much sought after complex is this 2 bedroom ensuited unit. With a pool and friendly on-site Managers it is perfect for permanent living or holiday rental. $340,000 View Sat 1.00 - 1.30pm

Buderim – 2 Fern Court. Great street appeal, loads of style. 4 bedroom home with massive outdoor living, gazebo and spa, double lock-up garage plus 6 x 4 shed. Immaculate presentation, nothing else to be spent. Inspect and be impressed. $620,000 View Sat 2.00 - 2.30pm

Properties selling quickly from “Schindlers Listings”Call now if you are considering selling or would like a no obligation appraisal

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Land now selling from $239,950*

Visit stockland.com.au/birtinya or call 5437 8703Visit our land sales and information centre off Lake Kawana Blvd, Birtinya

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Enjoy the quintessential coastal lifestyle at Birtinya

Lets’ start the day with an easy bike ride to one of the nearby surf beaches. Or perhaps you’d rather join the neighbourly dog walkers on the kilometres of pathways that thread through and around Birtinya. Here, surrounded by meandering waterways, premium homes

and quiet green spaces, the feeling is of quiet seclusion. Yet the future Town Centre is just a hop, skip and jump away. And if you do decide to drive, you’re just minutes from cafes, shops and everything else on the Sunshine Coast from this central location.

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3/15 Alice Street, Alexandra Headland Sold for: $430,000Features: 3 bed, 3 bath, 1 car Agency: Next Property Group Sales agent: John Skerlak

4 Seafarer Court, BokarinaSold for: $710,000Features: 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 carAgency: Platinum PropertiesSales agent: Steve Turner &

Geoff Ohmsen

34 Coora Crescent, CurrimundiSold for: $355,000Features: 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Agency: RealWay Property Consultants CaloundraSales agent: Debra Hyde

Unit 16 ‘The Belvedere’, 62 The Esplanade, Golden Beach Sold for: $368,000Features: 2 bed, 2 bath, 1 car Agency: Seaside Real Estate Sales agent: Rob & Di Hurman

7 Antigua Court, Kawana IslandSold for: $830,000Features: 4 bed, 3 bath, 2 car Agency: Platinum PropertiesSales agent: Steve Kealey

Unit 4 ‘Panorama Inn’, 8 Queen Street, Kings Beach Sold for: $310,000Features: 2 bed, 1 bath, 2 car Agency: Seaside Real Estate Sales agent: Di & Rob Hurman

Unit 707 ‘The Sebel’, 14 Aerodrome Rd, Maroochydore Sold for: $400,000Features: 2 bed, 2 bath, 1 car Agency: Property Today Sales agent: Adam Bond

14 Kumbada Court, Minyama Sold for: $870,000Features: 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Agency: Waterfront AgentsSales agent: Trevor & Glenys Martin

39 Smith Street, MooloolabaSold for: $510,000Features: 2 bed, 1 bath, 1 car Agency: Platinum Properties Sales agent: Steve Kealey

24 Perception Road, Nambour Sold for: $375,000Features: 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Agency: RE/MAX Property Sales Sales agent: Steve G Pery

20 Campbellville Circuit, Pelican WatersSold for: $880,000Features: 4 bed, 3 bath, 2 car Agency: RealWay Property Consultants CaloundraSales agent: Debra Hyde &

Petro Geyl

4 Firefl y Street, Pelican Waters Sold for: $499,000Features: 5 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Agency: Seaside Real Estate Sales agent: Di & Rob Hurman

33 Trinity Crescent, Sippy Downs Sold for: $357,500 Features: 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car Agency: Mooloolaba Real Estate Sales agent: Grant Cheatham

12 Wandarri Street, WurtullaSold for: $405,000Features: 3 bed, 1 bath, 2 car Agency: Platinum PropertiesSales agent: Steve Kealey

A list of what’s recently sold on the Coast

>$1 million$500,000 – $1 million<$500,000

*As supplied by contributing real estate agencies

VIEW MORE RECENT SALES AT www.mypropertypreview.com.au

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FOR A FREE MARKET OR RENTAL APPRAISAL PHONE 0431 354 076

MASSIVE 400SQM OF WATERFRONT LIVING - WHEN ONLY THE BEST WILL DOU34 ‘St Kitts Apartments’ 7 Grand Pde, KAWANA ISLAND

Immaculate double size apartment, with unique cutting edge design throughout. Ultimate waterfront masterpiece.• Master bdm boasts a massive ensuite, spa and private balcony• Deluxe gourmet granite kitchen with 5 star appliances• Opportunity for an approved offi ce/business from home• 4 car secure parking, polished fl oors and spacious balconies

Price: $1.295 million

Inspect: By Appointment

Bill Howcroft 0431 354 076

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4 Bed 3 Bath 4 Car Pool

N/E FACING WATERFRONT LAND – PONTOON & 21M FRONTAGE18 Sable Court, KAWANA ISLAND

BE QUICK – This Opportunity Won’t Last!! Entertain family and friends and live the waterfront dream.• 746m² block of land with direct ocean access - 21m frontage • The ideal north easterly aspect- Perfect• Large pontoon ready for boat storage• One of the last remaining waterfront lots available at Kawana

Price: By negotiation

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You will be captivated by the warm feel and open plan of this immaculately presented home.• Impressive large living spaces with high ceilings & air cond• Plenty of room for the kids to play• Close position to the water, walkways, shopping & transport• Drive through garage, great position



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T H E N E X T G E N E R A T I O N I N R E A L E S T A T E

nextpropertygroup.com.au1300 400 777

Stunningly different from anything you’ve seen before, this classic property has to be seen to be believed. From the cosy warmth of an amazing English character bar to the striking modern architectural finish of the main home and absorbing coastal views, this home lacks for nothing. The location is brilliant, with Buderim Village a flat “k” away. You have not one but 2 spacious dwellings for extended family living and the added option to sell off the separate 809m2 block currently home to lavish gardens and a floodlit half tennis court. Offered for the first time in 35 years, our motivated vendors are moving inter-state and want a result!

8 Scenic Avenue, Buderim Amazingly unique 2071m2 on 2 titles Modern spacious home Separate 3 bed granny flat English character bar + cellar Pool, heated spa, half tennis Guaranteed split option

Auction: On Site Sunday July 1st at 11am

Inspect: Saturday 3-4pmChris Pace 0417 196 600Damien Michael 0413 024 124 Web Code: BUD2364

6+ Bed | 4 Bath | 3 Car

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Freshly painted & beautifully presented this wonderful family entertainer sits in the sought after Mountain Creek school zone, just mins from shops, services & our beautiful beaches. Offering 4 spacious bedrooms + study nook, this much loved home must be sold as our owners are committed to moving south. The open plan design with raked ceiling offers roomy kitchen, dining & family living zones which spill seamlessly out to an amazing outdoor lifestyle boasting not 1, but 2 stunning alfresco areas for entertaining family & friends. Add the in-ground pool & fenced backyard for the kids & this home virtually has it all. This will be guaranteed great value buying, so get yourself in a cash position today.

106 Mountain Creek Road, Buderim

Auction: On Site Saturday 23rd of June at 11am

Inspect: Saturday 10.30-11.00amChris Pace 0417 196 600 Web Code: BUD2358

4+ Bed | 2 Bath | 2 Car

OWNERS MOVING INTER-STATE - MUST BE SOLD!

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4 Mayfair Lane, Buderim

Auction: On Site Saturday 7th of July at 1pm

Inspect: Saturday 10-10.45amCraig Porter 0411 554 880 Web Code: BUD1325

4 Bed | 2 Bath | 2 Car

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Easy care Penthouse living without body corp Great entertaining deck Open plan living area Generous sized bedrooms Off street parking


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Land like this simply doesn’t exist... until now! Vacant land in the heart of Maroochydore, where you can build YOUR dream home, not a half reno or something that needs demolishing, you can build a home yourself for you and your family to enjoy. That beachside lifestyle you have been wanting is here, that short walk to the beach, river, shops, restaurants and cafes, something that has good capital growth potential. You must consider one of these blocks of land at Peppertree Estate Maroochydore. 8 lots currently available, be quick, they are priced to sell!!

Lot 39, Lot 44 to Lot 50 ‘Peppertree Estate’/30 Trinder Avenue, Maroochydore 850m to the beach Under 1km to the River 50% or 60% building coverage on lots Average size 465sqm Blocks up to 6965sqm Walk to shops, the plaza, cafes,

restaurants & parks

Price: Prices under $200,000

Inspect: Contact AgentJohn Skerlak 0413 441 834Bree Charles 0416 435 391 Web Code: MCHY2343

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RESIDENTIAL LAND UNDER $200,000 IN THE HEART OF MAROOCHYDORE

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*Boundaries indicative only

Unique in quality and design and just a short stroll to either Alex or Mooloolaba beach, this lifestyle apartment has everything you would require. Luxuriously finished, and over 220sqm in size, the open plan will simply delight you. Light and breezy throughout and providing you with the opportunity to take on the lifestyle which is yours in the heart of Alexandra Headland. Revel in the fact that you are one of only 3 very special occupants in this amazing complex, and enjoy being able to lock up and go whenever you please. Pet friendly makes it even more fun. The builder wants this sold and is realistic with his price expectations.

Unit 2/81 Buderim Avenue, Alexandra Headland High quality finishes throughout 225sqm of luxury, one per floor Ocean views Separate office Brand new, never been lived in Pet Friendly 1 of only 3 in the complex

Forthcoming Auction

Inspect: Saturday, Sunday & Wednesday 27th 1-1.45pmKate Jewry 0404 817 916John Skerlak 0413 441 834 Web Code: MCHY2392-U2


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BUILDER WANTS DISPLAY HOME SOLD

Imagine moving into this builders own display home. As new, never been lived in, nothing to do but unpack and start enjoying the peaceful surrounds. Backing onto reserve, this private home is finished in absolute quality and style. Designed for low maintenance living, it has a great undercover entertaining area and plenty of room in the full fenced yard.

3 Ginger Bell Avenue, Bli Bli

Price: High $400,000’s

Inspect: Saturday 11-11.45amKate Jewry 0404 817 916John Skerlak 0413 441 834Web Code: MCHY1960


ON THE MARK AT SEAMARK

Soak up the view from this 8th floor oversized two bed plus MPR apartment located conveniently in Mooloolaba. Close to the beach, restaurants, café, & boutiques this apartment offers a little slice of luxury. Vibrant colours and furnishings, plus ample room for the whole family to relax and enjoy, this apartment really is a must to see. Inspect now!

Unit 806 “Seamark” 29 First Avenue, Mooloolaba

Price: Please Contact Agent

Inspect: Saturday & Sunday 12-12.45pmKate Jewry 0404 817 916Kylie Tredrea 0402 240 687Web Code: MIN2341


IDEAL INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY HERE!

This would have to be the best value townhouse currently on the market. Situated so close to the CBD, parks & the river, within an easy stroll to shops & parks, here is an opportunity to secure a great investment opportunity. Easily rentable with good returns it is also stylish within and generous in size. This screams great opportunity. Call today to book your inspection.

7/131 Duporth Avenue, Maroochydore

Price: Mid to High $300,000’s

Inspect: Saturday & Sunday 11-11.45amKate Jewry 0404 817 916John Skerlak 0413 441 834Web Code: MCHY2322


2 BEDROOM PENTHOUSE & PRIVATE ROOFTOP

If you’re looking for location that is - within walking distance to Sunshine Plaza and Big Top Shopping Centre and is a casual stroll down to the Maroochy River but in a quiet complex and residential area, then don’t miss your opportunity to inspect this property being offered for sale. The owner’s circumstances have changed and are very keen to sell.

13/91-97 Duporth Avenue, Maroochydore

Price: Listed at $340,000

Inspect: Saturday 12-12.45pmJason Burns 0417 762 001Web Code: MCHY2269


STYLISH HOME WITH STUNNING RAINFOREST BACKDROP

Situated amongst an established rainforest setting, this spacious 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom home is a nature lovers dream and perfect for the growing family! An entertainers’ delight with both large enclosed and outdoor entertaining areas, overlooking the stylish solar heated inground pool with water feature, privately enclosed by lush greenery.

26 Hardwood Court, Buderim

Price: Buyer’s in the $700,000’s

Inspect: Saturday 1-1.45pmJason Burns 0417 762 001Web Code: MCHY2391


BEAUTIFUL ECO FRIENDLY HOME IN SOUGHT AFTER LOCATION

Not only is this charming home located in a fantastic central location, energy saving additions of solar panels, solar hot water system, wood burner fireplace, skylights & insulation will make you huge savings on our escalating power costs.Located in the Mountain Creek School catchment zone & within minutes to Buderim, shopping, motorway & beaches.

5 Cabernet Court, Buderim

Auction: On Site Saturday 7th of July at 11am

Inspect: Saturday 11-11.45amKaren Jones 0405 122 526Web Code: MIN2378


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ALEXANDRA HEADLAND Sat 12-12.45PM - 4 Aquarius Place - MCHY2231Buyers from High $900,000’s - Jodie McDonell Sat 1-1.45PM - 4 Ocean Crest - MCHY615Mid to High $900,000’s - Jodie McDonell Sat, Sun & Wed 27th 1-1.45PM - 2/81 Buderim Avenue - MCHY2392U2Forthcoming Auction - Kate Jewry Sat 2-2.45PM - 1/14 William Street - MCHY2397Low to Mid $400,000’s - Kate Jewry Sat 3-3.45PM - 7 Victor Street - MCHY2352Buyer’s from High $600,000’s - Kate Jewry BLI BLI Sat 11-11.45AM - 3 Ginger Bell Avenue - MCHY1960High $400,000’s - John Skerlak BOKARINA Sat 2-2.45PM - 7 Seafarer Court - MIN2361$1,000,000 + Buyers - Minka JenkinsBRIGHTWATERSat 12-12.45PM - 26 Kurrimine Crescent - MIN2370Please Contact Agent - Minka JenkinsBUDDINA Sat 1-1.30PM - 9 Coonawa Street - MCHY2367 Buyers in the Low $500,000’s - Jasmine ChambersBUDERIMSat 10-10.30AM -17 Hillview Drive - MIN2359 Offers over $550,000 - Jasmine Chambers Sat 10-10.30AM - 48 Gloucestor Road - BUD1853 Offers from $700,000 - Richard Scrivener Sat 10-10.45AM - 4 Mayfair Lane - BUD1325 Auction Sat 7th of July @ 1PM - Craig Porter Sat 10.30-11AM - 106 Mountain Creek Rd - BUD2358Auction Saturday 23rd of June @ 11AM - Chris PaceSat 11-11.30AM - 113 Whites Road - MIN2174 Listed at $685,000 - Jasmine ChambersSat 11-11.45AM - 5 Cabernet Court - MIN2378Auction Sat 7th July @ 11AM - Karen JonesSat 12-12.45PM - 10 Jay Close - BUD2288 Listed $599,000 - Chris PaceSat 1-1.45PM - 88 Alfriston Drive - BUD2372 Buyers in the $600,000’s - Chris PaceSat 1-1.45PM - 6/5 Barnes Drive - BUD2286 Buyers in the $300,000’s - Chris PaceSat 1-1.45PM - 1 & 2 / 1 Fielding Street- BUD1951Please Contact Agent - Tracey McAllansmithSat 1-1.45PM - 26 Hardwood Court - MCHY2391Buyers in the $700,000’s - Jason Burns Sat 2-2.45PM - 5 Buderim Pines Drive - MCHY2305 Mid $400,000’s - Jason Burns Sat 2-2.45PM - 15/133 King Street - BUD2383 Forthcoming Auction - Chris PaceSat 2-2.45PM - 1 & 2 / 9 Palmyra Crescent - BUD2390Please Contact Agent - Tracey McAllansmith Sat 3-4PM - 8 Scenic Avenue - BUD2364Auction Sunday 1st of July @ 11AM - Chris PaceBURNSIDE Sat 12-12.45PM - 14 Grimes Terrace - MIN2349$450,000+ Buyers - Trevor Jones Sat 1-1.30PM - 133 Perwillowen Road - MCHY2319Listed at $299,000 - Trevor Jones DULONG Sat 3-3.45PM - 20 Thompson Road - MIN2331 Buyers from the $900,000’s - Karen Jones KINGS BEACHSat 3-3.45PM - 802/42 Queen Street - MCHY1521Buyers in the $700,000’s - Trevor Jones KULUIN Sat 11-11.45AM - 114 Tallow Wood Drive - MCHY2387Listed at $335,000 - Jason Burns Sat 3-3.45PM - 17 Martins Drive - MCHY2291Listed at $399,000 - Jason BurnsMAROOCHYDORE Sat & Sun 11-11.45AM - 7/131 Duporth Avenue - MCHY2322Mid to High $300,000’s - Kate Jewry Sat 11-11.45AM - 72/19 Arwen Street - MIN2368$250,000+ Buyers- Minka Jenkins Sat 12-12.45PM - 13/91-97 Duporth Avenue - MCHY2269Listed at $340,000 - Jason Burns

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Sat 2-2.45PM - 302/50 Picnic Point Esplanade - MCHY1835Buyer Interest $1M+ - Jodie McDonell Sat 3-3.45PM - 401/50 Picnic Point Esplanade - MCHY2287Buyer Interest Early $1,000,000’s - Jodie McDonell MINYAMA Sat 10-10.45AM - 25 Jessica Boulevard - MCHY2313$849,000 - Jason Burns Sat 11-11.45AM - 17 Jessica Boulevard - MCHY2396Low to Mid $500,000’s - Jodie McDonellSat 12-12.30PM - 73 Mooloolah Drive - MIN2297Buyers from Low $1,000,000’s - Jasmine Chambers Sat 12-12.45PM - 28 Murrindi Street - MIN2377Please Contact Agent - Karen Jones MOOLOOLABASat 10-10.45AM - 301/79 First Avenue - MIN2344Mid to High $300,000’s - Kate Jewry Sat & Sun 12-12.45PM - 806/29 First Avenue - MIN2341Please Contact Agent - Kate Jewry MOUNTAIN CREEKSat 11-11.45AM - 4 Canmaroo Avenue - BUD2389Auction Sat 21st July @ 10AM - Trevor Jones Sat 11-11.45AM - 7 Gourami Court - BUD2353Listed at $579,000 - Tracey McAllansmith Sat 12-12.45PM - 69 Karawatha Drive - BUD2362High $600,000’s - Tracey McAllansmith Sat 12-12.45PM - 36 Fernleigh Crescent - MCHY2384Sale by Negotiation - Craig Porter Sat 2-2.30PM - 2 Warbler Street - MCHY2295Reduced to $459,500 - Trevor Jones NAMBOURSat 1-1.45PM - 4/6 Washington Street - MIN2309Listed at $149,000 - Robyne Williams PARREARRA Sat 1-1.45PM - 21 Magnetic Street - MIN2381$500,000+ Buyers - Minka Jenkins TANAWHASat 11-11.45AM - 4 Rita Court - BUD2184 Mid to High $800,000 Buyers - Craig Porter Sat 12-12.45PM - 18 Walgarri Drive - BUD2230 Low to Mid $1 Million - Craig Porter TWIN WATERSSat 10-10.45AM - 35 Moorings Circuit- MIN839 High $700,000’s - Minka Jenkins WURTULLA Sat 1-1.45PM - 15 Baanya Street - MIN2330 Buyers from $600,000 - Bree Charles Sat 1-1.45PM - 15 Turnbuckle Court - MIN2323 Buyers in the $700,000’s - Karen Jones VALDORA Sat 9.30-10.45AM - 170 Valdora Road - MCHY1719Please Contact Agent - John Skerlak



Bree Charles 0416 435 391Chris Jones 0405 469 736 Chris Pace 0417 196 600Craig Porter 0411 554 880Damien Michael 0413 024 124David Hedley-Ward 0406 011 123Jason Burns 0417 762 001Jasmine Chambers 0434 121 493Jodie Headley-Ward 0424 842 837Jodie McDonell 0419 762 309John Skerlak 0413 441 834 Kate Jewry 0404 817 916 Karen Jones 0405 122 526Kylie Tredrea 0402 240 687Loren Wimhurst 0415 380 222Minka Jenkins 0488 550 063Robyne Williams 0488 999 536Richard Scrivener 0416 799 188Trevor Jones 0488 999 156Tracey McAllansmith 0418 722 374

Land from $299,250

John Skerlak 0413 441 834 Bree Charles 0416 435 391

P R E S T I G E A C R E A G E L I V I N G

Agent On Site Saturday 9.30-10.45am

With 40% of AURORA already sold, the new residents of AURORA are showing they don’t muck around, building of their large and quality homes have already started. You too can experience modern, prestige living on large, low maintenance allotments, with a stunning outlook. The remaining lots are still some of the best land the Sunshine Coast has to offer in terms of quality, without that price tag! With two lots priced from $299,250, you will be pleasantly surprised as the developers of AURORA have priced this estate to sell in this current market.

*‘Aurora’ is a small estate comprised of 20 acreage lots in total *Lots with Northerly views over beautiful land capturing Mt Coolum & Mt Ninderry *A beautiful mix of

*Lots from 5863sqm, with an average 8000sqm *15min to Maroochydore, 5min to Coolum, 20min to Noosa.

Address: Lot 1 - Lot 20 / 170 Valdora Road, Valdora

Please Contact Agent


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Motivated sellers will meet the market. This beautiful four bedroom family home on two acres has so much to offer… • 4 double size bedrooms• Master with ensuite and separate study• Split level construction with downstairs teenage retreat• Inground swimming pool plus 5-bay powered workshop• Paddock for a pony or just room to spread out• Town water; 3 mins to Yandina Village or Highway access

Address 68 Brackenfern RoadInspect Saturday 12-12:45pmPrice $589,000www.outstandingagents.com.au ID:321Steve Perry “Lifestyle Acreage Specialist” 0418 711 955RE/MAX Property Sales 5470 7000

YANDINA – Eclectic Home Needs a Family 4+ 2 4

• Absolute privacy and only 5 minutes to town

• Private North facing ranch-style timber home

• Open plan kitchen, dining and living areas

• High ceilings, fireplace, wide North facing verandah

• Shed, tennis court, 10x5m saltwater swimming pool

• Town water, seasonal creek; 6263m²

• No road noise, no-through road, just the sounds of birdlife

Address 59 Pringle RoadInspect Saturday 1-1:45pmPrice NOW $565,000www.outstandingagents.com.au ID:627Steve Perry “Lifestyle Acreage Specialist” 0418 711 955RE/MAX Property Sales 5470 7000

ROSEMOUNT – Private Acreage, Tennis Court, Pool 4 2 2

Wow! What an opportunity. Yes, it is a buyer’s market, however brand new homes on acreage

in Rosemount for well under $600,000 are simply unheard of! Elevated to catch cooling breezes

and, with a rural outlook, this is an opportunity to live the acreage lifestyle with the convenience

of being only five minutes’ drive to Woolworths and the new Aldi store in Nambour. Residents of

“Coolwater Place” are only 15 minutes to the beach in a rural residential precinct with abundant

birdlife and wildlife. The remaining 6 lots range in price from $299,000 to $364,000.

• Five bedroom brick and tile home

• Three separate living areas, specked up kitchen

• Double garage

• 9682m² allotment

• Five minutes to Woolworths and new Aldi (to be built)

• Fifteen minutes to the beach

ROSEMOUNT – Brand New Blank Canvas on Acreage – $559,000 5 2 2

Address Lot 2, 106 Upper Rosemount RoadInspect Saturday 2-2:45pmPrice $559,000www.outstandingagents.com.au ID:652Steve Perry “Lifestyle Acreage Specialist” 0418 711 955RE/MAX Property Sales 5470 7000

Proudly marketed by Steve Perry“Lifestyle Acreage Specialist”0418 711 955

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FOR CALOUNDRA’S BEST LAND BUYING• Only 3km to new hospital precinct and only minutes to CBD and beaches• Elevated position (no fl ooding) with block sizes from 540m² to 1663m²• Choice of ocean views, bushland views or nature reserve backdrop

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• Attention all builders

• Brick and tile home on 1228m² land

• 2 large living areas off centrally located kitchen

• Main bedroom featuring ensuite

• Outdoor patio deck backing onto bush reserve

• 2 car lock-up plus 2 decent sized garden sheds

• Genuine bargain-based opportunity – IT MUST BE SOLD!

Address 35 Stanley StreetInspect Saturday 11-11:45amAuction Onsite Sunday 8th July at 11amwww.outstandingagents.com.au ID:667Steve G Pery 0448 884 093RE/MAX Property Sales 5470 7021

PALMWOODS – Serious Money To Be Made Here! 3 2 2

AUCTION

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• Family has given clear instructions to sell

• House in need of some renovations

• Rented at $330/week with long term tenants happy to stay

• Close to Currimundi Lake and surf beaches

• Near shops, schools and new hospital

• Flexible bidding conditions to give you every chance of Auction day success

Address 72 Baanya StreetInspect Friday from 3:30pmAuction Onsite Friday 22nd June at 4pmwww.remax.com.au ID:R66348Andy Camm 0458 666 670RE/MAX Property Services 5438 5233

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This stunning architecturally designed home must be sold. Here is a real opportunity. Affordable, in your price range?? Come and see what this fabulous home has on offer. On entering, the security and seclusion is obvious. You’ll be immediately impressed by this home’s stylish flare. Built with a modern Asian theme, the attention to detail and construction is of the highest standard. Motivated vendors want it SOLD.

Address 197 Upper Rosemount RoadInspect Sat 1-1:45pm & Wed 5:30-6pmAuction Onsite Saturday 14th July at 3pmwww.outstandingagents.com.au ID:676Darren Rix 0416 188 259Barbara Banks 0419 760 492 RE/MAX Property Sales

ROSEMOUNT – Liquidating to Repurchase 4 2 2+

AUCTION

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AUCTIONWURTULLA

72 Baanya StreetFRIDAY 22ND JUNE 4PM, INSPECT FROM 3.30PM3 bed, 1 bath, 1 carAndy Camm 0458 666 670

HOUSESALEXANDRA HEADLAND

2 Kawana StreetCALL TO VIEW5 bed, 3.5 bath, 2 car, pool, viewsLee Sutherland 0417 077 847

BUDERIM

8 Thornbill CourtSATURDAY 12-12:30PM4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car, pool, $625KLee Sutherland 0417 077 847

115 Vise RoadSATURDAY 1-1:30PM3 bed, 12x9m shed, 3293m², offers over $420KLee Sutherland 0417 077 847

92 Lindsay RoadSATURDAY 2-2:30PMOn top, dual living, ½ acre, 36m frontageLee Sutherland 0417 077 847

5 Northwood CourtCALL TO VIEW4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car, pool, $549KBridget Kraft 0439 757 304

4 Illawong StreetCALL TO VIEW4 bed, 2 bath, 4 car, views, poolLee Sutherland 0417 077 847

BURNSIDE11 Moss Day DriveCALL TO VIEWNew 4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car, $347KLee Sutherland 0417 077 847

139 Perwillowen RoadINSPECT ANY TIME11 ACRES – Offers from $365KBridget Kraft 0439 757 304

DIDDILLIBAH14 Bushbird CourtCALL TO VIEWImmaculate 4 bed home on 3375m²Steve Perry “Acreage Specialist” 0418 711 955

23 Bushbird CourtCALL TO VIEW6 bedrooms!! Great ¾ acres. $529KSteve Perry “Acreage Specialist” 0418 711 955

56 Preston RoadCALL TO VIEWRARE! 8 acres, original farmhouse, $535KSteve Perry “Acreage Specialist” 0418 711 955

KIELS MOUNTAIN8 Old Kiel Mountain RoadSATURDAY 12-12:45PMPeaceful 1.5 acres, offers over $510KSteve Perry “Acreage Specialist” 0418 711 955

41 Merimist WaySATURDAY 1-1:45PM5 beds, tropical 3014m², $599KSteve Perry “Acreage Specialist” 0418 711 955

LITTLE MOUNTAIN82 Caloundra RoadBY APPOINTMENT2.7 acres, walk to shopsDarren Rix 0416 188 259

MAROOCHY RIVER15 East View CourtSATURDAY 2-2:45PM4+ beds, 3 bath, 2++ cars, 1.5 acres, privateDarren Rix 0416 188 259Barbara Banks 0419 760 492

MOUNT MELLUM520 Mt Mellum RoadBY APPOINTMENT100 acres with amazing viewsDarren Rix 0416 188 259

MOUNTAIN CREEK4 Molakai DriveCALL TO VIEW3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car, $429KLee Sutherland 0417 077 847

PALMWOODS35 Stanley Street SATURDAY 11-11:45AM3 bed, 2 bath, 1228m² land – needs workSteve G Pery 0448 884 093

29 Yellow Cedar PlaceCALL TO VIEW4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car, 726m² block, $499,500Andrew Kirby 0407 588 636

150 Palmwoods-Montville RoadCALL TO VIEWFormer art gallery, 2.5 acres, $599,000Andrew Kirby 0407 588 636

10 Kindal CourtCALL TO VIEWLAND 975m² for new home at $265,000Andrew Kirby 0407 588 636

10 Rock Fig CrtCALL TO VIEW4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car, pool, $525,000Andrew Kirby 0407 588 636

195 Winston RoadCALL TO VIEWExecutive acreage, 5 bed, study, 3 bath Andrew Kirby 0407 588 636

40 Petigrain AvenueCALL TO VIEW4 bed, media room, study, high ceilingsAndrew Kirby 0407 588 636

45 Old Orchard DriveCALL TO VIEW4 bed, 2 bath, pool, leafy backdrop, 725sqmAndrew Kirby 0407 588 636

23 Petigrain AvenueCALL TO VIEW5 Bed, 3 bath, pool, guest wing, 879sqmAndrew Kirby 0407 588 636

ROSEMOUNT197 Upper Rosemount RoadSAT 1-1:45PM & WED 5:30-6PM4 bed, 2 bath, 2+ cars, pool, 7502sqmDarren Rix 0416 188 259Barbara Banks 0419 760 492

59 Pringle RoadSATURDAY 1-1:45PMPrivate 4 bed acreage, pool, tennis, $565KSteve Perry “Acreage Specialist” 0418 711 955

Lot 2 / “Coolwater Place” 106 Upper Rosemount RoadSATURDAY 2-2:45PMBrand new 5 bed home on 9682m², $559,000!Steve Perry “Acreage Specialist” 0418 711 955

41 Andreasens RoadCALL TO VIEW½ acre, 4 bed, 2 bath, offers from $400KBridget Kraft 0439 757 304

TOWEN MOUNTAIN 149 Towen Mountain INSPECTION BY APPOINTMENT3 bed+study, 2 bath, 2 car, pool 9968m², $645KAndrew Kirby 0407 588 636

WEST WOOMBYE463 Backall Range RoadCALL TO VIEW7 bed, 4 bath, 8 car, dual living, 4.05ha Andrew Kirby 0407 588 636

WOOMBYE98 Diddillibah RoadCALL TO VIEWEntertainer’s delight, lush acreage retreatSteve Perry “Acreage Specialist” 0418 711 955

YANDINA68 Brackenfern RoadSATURDAY 12-12:45PMEclectic home, 2 ac, pool, shed, $589KSteve Perry “Acreage Specialist” 0418 711 955

YANDINA CREEK127 Whistler Ridge RoadCALL TO VIEW4 bed, 2 bath, 5 car, 1.2 ac, views, $545KLee Sutherland 0417 077 847

100 Whistler Ridge DriveSATURDAY 3.15-3.45PM1 acre, 4 bed, 2 bath, offers from $450KBridget Kraft 0439 757 304

UNITSBUDERIM

Unit 21 / 2 Box StreetBY APPOINTMENT3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car, walk to shopsDarren Rix 0416 188 259

MUDJIMBAUnit 10/151 Mudjimba Beach RoadCALL TO VIEW3 bed, 2 bath, 1 car townhouse, $395,000Andrew Kirby 0407 588 636

Unit 24/151 Mudjimba Beach RoadCALL TO VIEW3 bed, 2 bath townhouse on canal, $520,000Andrew Kirby 0407 588 636

NAMBOUR45/70 Netherton StreetCALL TO VIEW2 bed, next to hospital, Qld Govt tenantsAndrew Kirby 0407 588 636

FAST TRACK GUIDE – OPEN FOR INSPECTIONS

CONTACTSAmber Fox 0405 357 735Andrew Kirby 0407 588 636Andy Camm 0458 666 670Barbara Banks 0419 760 492Bob Denman 0410 491 947 Bridget Kraft 0439 757 304Darren Rix 0416 188 259Doug Ison 0418 761 404Eric Werne 0407 145 504Graeme Hennell 0412 481 549Jason Stock 0411 123 888Karyn Gilmour 0434 879 755Kim Beck 0421 482 242Lee Sutherland 0417 077 847Leigh Roberts 0414 407 609Maree Baldwin 07 5470 7000Nick Burton 0415 582 647Rob Whiting 0428 855 141Roger Omdahl 0412 043 880 Steve G Pery 0448 884 093Steve Perry 0418 711 955

Laze on the wide wrap-around verandahs, soak up the sun, in the relaxed comfort of this lovely family home.Nestled in a quiet corner of Maroochy River your privacy is ensured. Peace abounds… bar the noise of giggling children exploring and taking on their next adventure. Watch them from the verandah while swinging in your hammock. A place where children can be children and families can truly unwind.

Address 15 East View CourtInspect Saturday 2-2:45pmAuction Onsite Saturday 14th July at 11amwww.outstandingagents.com.au ID:678Darren Rix 0416 188 259Barbara Banks 0419 760 492RE/MAX Property Sales

MAROOCHY RIVER – Coastal Country Living 4+ 3 2++

AUCTION


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This home has multiple living areas, solar panels, an alarm system, air-conditioning and an offi ce space with attic ladder and high ceilings. The outdoor area has surround sound and a heated pool.

www.mypropertypreview.com.au

ThT is home has multiple livining

Pelican Waters

30 Artunga Place, Pelican Waters4 bed, 2 bath, 2 car$625,000Go Gecko Caloundra 5499 7859Shane Strong 0431 635 339

PROPERTY PREVIEWS


SEASIDEREAL ESTATE

PHONE: 07 5492 25552/56 Landsborough Parade, GOLDEN BEACH

www.seasiderealestate.com.au

POPULAR WATERFRONT RESORTVery neat 2 bdm apartment in a popular complex which overlooks the magical Pumicestone Passage waterways. Presents like new – ready for immediate rental or owner occupier.

Rob Hurman 0408 712 632, Di Hurman 0418 794 607

2 bed | 2 bath | 1 car | Inspect: Sat 23rd, Mon 25th to Sat 30th 12-12.30pm Address: U206, 89 Esplanade, Golden Beach

PRICE: $419,000 Web ID: 110541137

ONE FOR THE INVESTORRefurbished 2 bedroom unit with air con. Sunny NE balcony with VIEWS towards Pumicestone Passage, Happy Valley and Bulcock Beach. Garage is deeper than a single with lock up door. Tenant in place.

Di Hurman 0418 794 607, Rob Hurman 0408 712 632

2 bed | 1 bath | 1 car | Inspect: By Appointment Address: U7 ‘Sunlit Court’, 4 Oxley St, Golden Beach

PRICE: $320,000 Web ID: 109395996

IS THISAN AUCTION?

IMAGINE WAKING UP TO THIS…Uninterrupted and stunning views of Pumicestone Passage, the shipping canal and to the Glass House Mountains from this 11th level unit.

• Full resort facilities including pool, tennis court, day spa, gym and a lift

• Walking distance to the CBD,

cafes, shops and beaches• This unit has never been a

rental, only used as a weekender holiday retreat by the owners

Agent: John Peopall 0409 592 224

3 bed | 2 bath | 2 car | Inspect: By AppointmentAddress: U1112 ‘Aspect Caloundra’, 80 Lower Gay Terrace, Caloundra PRICE: Off ers around $1million Web ID: 110816431

propertytoday‘Holbrook House’ 48-50 Sugar Road,

Maroochydore

Sales & Property Management 5444 2222 www.propertytoday.net.au

After sixteen years the reluctant owner of this duplex apartment has moved closer to family.Low body corp fees and close to transport.• Two generous size bedrooms, both with robes• Large open plan kitchen and air-conditioned living area• The bright kitchen comes with ample bench and cupboards• Courtyard is completely paved with low maintenance garden• Situated with a northerly aspect with long term neighbours

View Saturday 10-10:30am

Price $239,000

Contact Karen Barker0418 572 676

READY TO GO!!! LOOK AT THE PRICEMAROOCHYDORE 23/19 Arwen Street

2 Bed | 1 Bath | - Car

This appealing home is perched overlooking 2 lush acres with perfect north aspect that captures light, breezes and excellent rural views.• Private sanctuary away from it all• Opens plan living/dining areas, north facing deck• 7946m² of land – borders Council reserve• Inground saltwater pool• Owner has moved on and will sell

View Saturday from 9:30am

Auction On site this Saturday 23rd June at 10am

Contact David Grenfell0419 946 534

OWNER GONE – MUST BE SOLDDIDDILLIBAH 261 Diddillibah Road

4 Bed | 2 Bath | 5 Car | Pool

AUCTION THIS SATURDAY

A Touch Of Class TWIN WATERS AUCTION Buyers from $600,000

4 Undanbi LaneView Sat 1-1:45pm, Auction on site Sun 1pm Web ID# 2052745

Located opposite a beautifully maintained, tranquil park and an underarm stone’s throw to a sparkling open canal, this home is as attractive as it is practically confi gured. The formal entry into the reading/sitting room is worth the price of entry alone. Then downstairs three generous bedrooms, bathroom with separate toilet, impressive kitchen opening onto family room and dining area, shaded outdoor area with water feature and an easy care yard. Upstairs is the magnifi cent parent’s retreat with offi ce nook, fantastic ensuite with spa bath and double shower and private balcony. This home is a pure delight and worthy of inspection from serious buyers. Auction on site Sunday at 1pm.

4 2 2

THE SIGN THAT SELLS!

VICTOR REALTY 5476 0050www.victorrealty.com.au 1300 REAL ESTATE

AUCTION ON SITE

SUNDAY AT 1PM

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Beerwah - 5494 6444Bribie Island - 3408 7000

Caloundra - 5438 2166Maroochydore - 5479 6600

Mooloolaba - 5444 0800Nambour - 5441 1344

Pacifi c Paradise - 5448 8088Palmwoods - 5445 9666

MAROOCHYDORE $330,000

INVESTORS ALERT • Superbly appointed “house size” townhouse• 3 bedrooms, ensuite• Spacious living area• Modern kitchen• Large private courtyard• 2 internal lock-up garage• Electric gate at entrance for extra security• Conveniently located to Sunshine Plaza, river and transport

INSPECTION HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

Near New CBD Townhouse

INSPECT Saturday 2-2.30pm

MAROOCHYDORE 5409 9910

SHANE PURSSELL 0402 012 142

WEB www.mfnre.com.au/2065493

APARTMENT 13 ‘LOTUS PAVILION’, 23-25 PRIMARY SCHOOL COURT

Contact your nearest First National of f ice for details

Maroochydore Mooloolaba Nambour Palmwoods Caloundra Beer wah5479 6600 5444 0800 5441 1344 5445 9666 5438 2166 5494 6444

ALEXANDRA HEADLAND $239,000

• 1 bedroom apartment with ocean views• Good size living area• Air-conditioning• Fully furnished• Circular spa bath• Balcony facing the beach• Pool in complex• Restaurants, shops and beach at your door INSPECTION A MUST!


MAROOCHYDORE 5409 9910

SHANE PURSSELL 0402 012 142

WEB www.mfnre.com.au/1495460

Affordable Apartment at Alex HeadsAPARTMENT 35 ‘GRAND PALAIS’, 188 ALEXANDRA PARADE

ALEXANDRA HEADLAND AUCTIONUNIT 22 / 4 BUDERIM AVENUE

AUCTION Saturday 30th June on site at 12.30pm

INSPECT Saturday 11-11.30am

MOOLOOLABA 5444 0800

PAUL ANGELL 0438 468 378

WEB www.fnmooloolaba.com.au

Sit Back, Relax and Enjoy!This beautifully presented, 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom (105m²) apartment enjoys an elevated outlook over Mooloolaba Bay, the ocean beyond plus an outlook over Mooloolaba and through to Caloundra. The spacious living area and master bedroom open onto a generous balcony where you can relax and soak up the views.

Professional onsite managers ensure strong income through holiday rentals. It is just a short stroll to Mooloolaba’s beaches, restaurants, cafes and with these views, a quality apartment, easy access and a committed seller you know you will be buying well! Act today to take advantage of the buyers market!


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Beerwah - 5494 6444Bribie Island - 3408 7000

Caloundra - 5438 2166Maroochydore - 5479 6600

Mooloolaba - 5444 0800Nambour - 5441 1344

Pacifi c Paradise - 5448 8088Palmwoods - 5445 9666

AUCTION Saturday 28th July on site at 1pm

INSPECT Saturday 11-11.30am

CAROLANS 5441 1344

STEPHEN COLASIMONE 0413 416 952

WEB www.carolans.net

If you have great expectations for your next home but you’re on budget you must come and have a look at this superb 3 bedroom family home located at Nambour Heights. Offering more than enough room for a growing family with a large downstairs rumpus area or teenagers’ retreat, extra toilet, fully fenced rear courtyard and inground swimming pool. The seller has issued clear instruction to sell this property on or before Auction day. All prior offers are very welcome and will be seriously considered. This is one property you don’t want to miss out on!

Great Expectations –Under the Hammer!

NAMBOUR AUCTION25 DAVID STREET

AUCTION Sunday 1st July on site at 2pm

INSPECT Sat & Sun 1-2pm

CAROLANS 5441 1344

VANESSA BRUNTON 0467 448 850


• First time offered for sale in 24 years• Situated on Buderim’s highest peak• 4 Bedrooms plus study, upstairs parents’ retreat• 888m2 of pristine English country gardens• Expansive entertaining deck upstairs• Saltwater rock pool and spa• 4 car accommodation, electronic gate• Modern kitchen with coastal viewsI invite you to inspect this stunning English Manor overlooking the ocean, all offers prior to Auction will be considered.

Stunning English Manor Overlooking the Ocean…..

BUDERIM AUCTION59 WILLIAM STREET

NAMBOUR AUCTION

You will be extremely impressed with these ultra modern duplex styled Townhouses. No detail has been overlooked or expense spared when building this complex. Each unit is of a very high standard of fi nish and comes complete with quality fi xtures and fi ttings, security system, dishwasher and remote double lockup garage. Each spacious courtyard is fully fenced with more than enough room for your family pet. All properties offer 3 bed 2 bath 2 car – NRAS certifi cates available for investors.

AUCTION Saturday 30th June on site at 1pm


CAROLANS 5441 1344

ANDY SHARMA 0410 989 177


Developers Stock CLEARANCE!End of Financial Year Sell Off

UNITS 9, 10, 14, 19 - 14-18 BADE STREET

PALMWOODS AUCTION

Come and judge for yourself. The “Old Orchard Estate” is well known as the premier location to reside in the beautiful township of Palmwoods. Located a short distance from the centre of town offering facilities such as: Shopping centres, schools, train station, sporting fi elds, local aquatic centre and of course the famous Palmwoods Hotel. This superb property is positioned right in middle of this leafy Old Orchard Estate. This magnifi cent home offers 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, double lockup garage.

AUCTION Saturday 30th June on site at 11am


CAROLANS 5441 1344

ANDY SHARMA 0410 989 177


Slice of Rural Paradise – Under the Hammer!

16 PETIGRAIN AVENUE

NAMBOUR $399,000

Take a very close look at this high yield rental investment. Centrally located in Nambour’s medical precinct and walking distance to both the Private and Public Hospitals. These 3 units provide exceptional rental returns of $640 per week, making this property an outstanding long term investment. The primary land use is multi unit dwelling (fl ats) and is zoned mixed housing offering huge potential for the future. Circumstances have forced an immediate sale of this superb investment. Offer are very welcome.


CAROLANS 5441 1344



Nambour’s Highest Returning Investment

31 NETHERTON STREET

NAMBOUR AUCTION

The new standard has been set very high with this modern duplex styled townhouse. Located just minutes from the centre of town and is fast becoming the most desirable position to reside. Complete with quality fi xtures and fi ttings, security system, dishwasher and remote double lock-up garage. Designed for comfort and livability offering a generously sized living area, separate formal dining, large laundry room, private courtyard, spacious balcony and lovely views. 3 bed 2 bath 2 car. (Pet friendly complex).

Impressive Standard of Living –Under the Hammer!

AUCTION Saturday 7th July on site at 11am


CAROLANS 5441 1344



UNIT 20 / 14-18 BADE STREET


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Character Buderim home

High on top of Buderim with ocean views, this grand, two-storey home is complete with an English-style country garden and features four bedrooms and a study. Upstairs is a separate parents’ retreat with ensuite and lounge opening out to an expansive deck. Outside the gardens lead to an inviting saltwater rock pool and spa. On 888 square metres, there are two driveway entrances, a garage with electronic gate, gym and shed.

More photos on www.mypropertypreview.com.au

59 William Street, Buderim

4 bed, 2 bath, 4 car

Auction on site Sunday July 1 @ 2pm

First National Palmwoods5445 9666

Vanessa Brunton0467 448 850

Property ID P001yxgr

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• High ceilings, multi zoned ducted air-con, gas cook top and hot water

• Investment gold mine with strong capital growth potential

• Exploding growth area, jobs expected to grow in excess of 10,000

This home represents lifestyle – being 70 metres to the walkway and canal, 20 metres to a large family friendly park, 200 metres to the shores of Lake Kawana, 10 minutes walk to the beach, 5 minutes walk to the new Health Hub under construction and central to just about everything. Inspect Saturday 23 June

1-1.30pm

Auction On site 14 July @ 1pm

Internet ID 2075099

Steve Kealey 0437 935 369

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P L A T I N U M S E R V I C E • P L A T I N U M P E O P L E • P L A T I N U M R E S U L T S

“The Ultimate North Facing Waterfront Residence over 4 Levels” 3 Oak Court, MINYAMA

• Lift to all fl oors• 4 spacious bedrooms• Large offi ce• Wine cellar• Media room• 8 car basement carpark

• 10kW solar system

• 9000 litre rainwater tank

• 12 metre pontoon

• You won’t fi nd better. For a private Inspection and full brief please contact agent

Packed with quality features and extras reserved for the most prestigious residences is 3 Oak Court in waterfront Minyama. The space and light that defi nes the home is immediately obvious upon walking through the huge front door. Inspect Contact Agent

Auction By Private Invitation 28th June 2012 Online tour www.propertymode.com.au/3_oak_ct_minyamaSteve Turner 0412 679 488Geoff Ohmsen 0412 103 147

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Steve Turner & Geoff Ohmsen

www.platinumproperties.net.auShop 4 Dwyer House, 256 Nicklin Way,

Warana. Tel: 5437 8806

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AUCTION – 1 WEEK TO GO


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Freshly painted and beautifully presented, this family entertainer is in the sought-after Mountain Creek school zone and has four spacious bedrooms and a study nook. The open-plan design has raked ceilings, a roomy kitchen and dining and family living zones that spill seamlessly out to two alfresco areas for entertaining family and friends. Outside there are also an inground pool and fenced backyard for the kids to enjoy.

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Buderim family home


106 Mountain Creek Road, Buderim


Auction on site Saturday June 23 @ 11am

Next Property Group 1300 400 777

Chris Pace 0417 196 600

Property ID P001yvt3

PROPERTY PREVIEWS

[ 70 ] MY WEEKLY PREVIEW \ JUNE 22, 2012 MYWEEKLYPREVIEW.COM.AUView 24 hours / 7 days a week on www.realway.com.au Buderim 5445 2777 | Caloundra 5436 0700

BUDERIM 61 Gossamer DriveMAKE AN OFFER!!!IMPRESSIVE SPLIT LEVEL HOME• Great location – quiet cul-de-sac• 3 bedrooms + offi ce• Needs TLC• Great for retirees or small family

3 BED | 2 BATH | 2 CAR

Inspect: Saturday 11:30-12:15pmPrice: $459,000Web: Ref No. 110121641Margaret Deighton 0411 399 524

BUDERIM 23 Quiet Valley Crescent

PICTURE PERFECT POSITION AND PRIVACYSet in one of Buderim’s most attractive precincts is this superbly presented one-owner home with generous dimensions, high 8’6’’ ceilings and quality fi nishes. The residence also features:• 4 spacious bedrooms, built-ins, main with ensuite

and walk-in robe• Air-con in living area and master bedroom; separate

formal lounge; large café style kitchen• Freshly painted interior with neutral tones• Large 886m² block two minutes from Buderim Village

shopping• Separate area for caravan or boat and pool


Inspect: Saturday 11:00-11:45amPrice: $629,000Web: Ref No. 110551721RichardTucker 0429 060 092

BUDERIM 87 William Street

SUBSTANTIAL HOME WITHGARAGING GALOREThis spacious home sits on a 813m2 block on top of Buderim. There is room for the car enthusiast who wants plenty of space, or for the family who wants to make more living area. Under the home there is approximately 200m2 of fully enclosed open space with a concrete fl oor and 9’ headroom. The open plan living area leads onto the deck where you can enjoy the splendid view, relaxing with an early morning cuppa or watching the glorious sunsets. Both bathrooms have recently been refurbished. The home is within walking distance to the Village and all amenities.


Inspect: Saturday 11:00-11:45amPrice: $495,000Web: Ref No. 110555181Richard Meacle 0407 145 812

SIPPY DOWNS 255 University Way

BEST BACK YARD IN CHANCELLOR PARK!With so much space both inside and out, here you will fi nd incredible value for money.The home features:• Four spacious bedrooms• Two bathrooms, stylish ensuite with double basin• Two separate living areas as well as separate dining• Spacious back yard, plenty of room for kids and pets• Modern stylish tones throughoutThe best feature of the property is the price.Investors take note – the property is currently returning $440 per week!


Inspect: Saturday 11:00-11:45amPrice: $419,000Web: Ref No. 108272256 Jarrad McCarthy 0410 052 219Lauren McCarthy 0406 962 578

MARG’SCORNER

Marg Deighton 0411 399 514

1-9 Nunkeri Court, Tanawha Inspect: Sat 2-2:45pmPlantation style resort on 1.5 acres of lush tropical surrounds. Spacious living areas, high vaulted ceilings and modern kitchen. Tranquil resort style pool, spa and pavilion. DLUG, 9mx6m shed and room for tennis court.Price: $799,000 3 BED | 2 BATH | 2 CAR119 Maroochy Waters Drive, M’dore Inspect: Sat 1-1:45pmEasy lifestyle home backing onto parkland. Immaculately presented, colourful and quirky with 3 spacious bedrooms, offi ce, art deco kitchen, resort style pool and outside entertaining area.Price: $475,000 3 BED | 2 BATH | 2 CAR13-15 Settlers Ridge, Buderim Inspect: Sat 11-11:45amGreat value! 1.5 private acres close to village – N/E aspect to capture breezes and winter sun. 3 bedrooms and living area upstairs. Downstairs 4th bedroom, bathroom and rumpus room.Price: $629,000 4 BED | 3 BATH | 2 CAR70 Jarrah Road, Buderim Inspect: Sat 10-10:45amPrivate 2 storey home – dual living or work from home options. Both internal & external access between the levels. Upstairs a/c living area, study nook & 3 bdms. Large covered deck. Living area, bdm, kitchen, bathrm downstairs.Price: $429,000 4 BED | 3 BATH | 2 CAR

Take your heart to work.

SELLERS AGENTS REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT PROPERTY SYNDICATION PROPERTY CONSTRUCTION CASHFLOW POSITIVE PROPERTY

Michael Knights Realty Pty LtdAustralia’s Premier Real Estate Agent

Sunshine Coast Property Alliance

www.michaelknights.com.auwww.sunshinecoastproperty.com.au

• A very rare fi nd for this price• Immaculate presentation throughout, like new condition• Formal lounge/dining – separate family room• Beautiful sparkling inground pool, lovely covered entertainment area• Highly Motivated Sellers willing to meet the market!

Auction: Bidding expected to start in the mid-$400K

Michael Knights 0409 018 778Web: 110521933

BIG BOLD 5 BEDROOM DREAM HOMELITTLE MOUNTAIN 11 Somerset Lane

ALL OFFERS CONSIDERED PRIOR TO AUCTION

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BUDERIM 6 Wingara Street

CANAL AMBIENCE – DON’T MISS THISThe opportunity is now a reality to purchase a very comfortable and liveable home. Located in one of Buddina’s most sought-after areas adjacent to a Reserve, this property offers classic canal living and direct access to the ocean. The owners have enjoyed and loved this property for many years.

The neat low-set well-built home offers the following features:.

• 2 spacious tiled living areas• 4 bedrooms or 3 plus offi ce.• Relaxed outdoor living area• Slip way to ocean access• Close to Mooloolaba cafes and restaurants

• Light spacious kitchen with superb views• Master bedroom with ensuite• Private inground pool• Indoor/outdoor tiled rumpus room• Minutes to Kawana Shopping Centre


Inspect: Saturday 10:00-10:45amAuction: Saturday 21st July on site

at 12 noonWeb: Ref No. 110781135Margaret Deighton 0411 399 514

AUCTION

View 24 hours / 7 days a week on www.realway.com.au Buderim 5445 2777 | Caloundra 5436 0700

BUDERIM 15 Booral Street

THE PERFECT ASPECT Are you waiting for a comfortable contemporary home on the northern escarpment with breathtaking views and the style and quality that ensure timeless appeal? The clever design creates an ease of living over one level including seamless indoor/outdoor fl ow, expansive decks and a sparkling inground pool. There are three generous bedrooms with spacious ensuite to the main plus a dedicated offi ce. The light and airy multiple living zones are characterised by feature fl ooring and high ceilings. Inspection is by appointment only and will delight.


Inspect: By appointmentPrice: Mid to High $900,000sWeb: Ref No. 1107 66171Rob Gardner 0409 720 148

BUDERIM 22 Vista Park Drive

TRANQUIL, PRIVATE AND SIMPLY BRILLIANT Words and pictures are inadequate to describe this stunning home. Unique and exquisite in design and adjacent to a nature reserve, it offers a perfect paradise for subtropical living. Completed December 2011.• Highest quality materials and fi ttings • Expansive open plan living areas to suit intimate and

elaborate entertaining• Vaulted ceilings, integrated indoor and outdoor areas• Large classy kitchen and walk-in pantry• Enjoy bathing in velvety waters of the magnesium

pool

4 BED + OFFICE | 3 BATH | 2 CAR

Inspect: Saturday 1:00-1:45pmPrice: $1,175,000Web: Ref No. 109843111Marg Deighton 0411 399 514


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This beautifully presented home has an open-plan design with a central stone kitchen and dining and family living zones that fl ow to an outdoor living area. A separate offi ce has north-east views.


This beautifullyy ppreresented

Beautiful Buderim residence

This air-conditioned home on 728 square metres boasts a media room, contemporary kitchen with walk-in pantry, a study and a free-fl owing living and family area, which opens out to a covered entertaining area and pool.

www.mypropertypreview.com.au

This air-conditioned home

Comfortable buy on Kawana Island

Property ID P001yxl9

20 Bunyarra Court, Buderim 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car$625,000RealWay Buderim 5445 2777Marg Deighton 0411 399 514

10 Madagascar Court, Kawana Island4 bed, 2 bath, 2 carHigh $500,000sElite Lifestyle Properties 5444 0111Julie Coffey 0416 141 065

PROPERTY PREVIEWS


4+ 2+ 2

lifestyle situated little more than a few minutes walk from the best beaches the sunshine coast has to offer, this stunning home is full of size, style and sophistication. safe, secure, fully fenced and beautifully renovated, you can maximise your leisure time and minimise your work time...every single day!

accommodation ideally setup for the family with older kids, this magnificent property provides 4 bedrooms plus office and 2.5 bathrooms. master suite, office, kitchen and main living are situated on the upstairs level. beds 2, 3 and 4 are located downstairs with rumpus, main bathroom and laundry.

features a lined studio overlooking the pool simply perfect for guests. a sumptuous ensuite complements the master bedroom, with front and rear decks providing extra outdoor living areas. a blue chip location that is seldom available and highly sought after, making this home yours is a must.

belleproperty.com/38p4309 guide auction

maroochydore 42 gardak street

view saturday 2.00 - 2.30pm

auction saturday 14 july at 2.30pm onsite

contact 5456 0219bevan horsnell 0412 512 257

25 martins creek road

lifestyle contemporary split level home, offering spacious easy care living set in a quiet north facing position with magnificent views over the green hinterland. fluid open plan interiors with exceptional cross ventilation and natural light create a distinctively generous sense of space. excellent indoor/ outdoor integration with a peaceful bush backdrop and natural landscaping on a large 1,267m2 allotment ensure you peace and quiet.

view sat 1.00 - 1.30pm or by appointment

for sale buyers around mid $600,000s

contact 5456 0214peter hill0418 879 885

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belleproperty.com/38p4030

buderim

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lifestyle absolute waterfront homes on the sunshine coast are a finite resource and are the ultimate in lifestyle properties. with multiple entertaining areas throughout the home absorbing the water views, easy everyday living is yours for the taking in this beautiful property.

accommodation this great size family home provides four bedrooms plus office all situated on a 674sqm block. clever design allows good separation between rooms, with the master, ensuite and office on the ground level and bedrooms 2, 3, 4 and main bathroom on the upper level. a sunken formal lounge features as you enter, with separate formal dining, family and rumpus rooms overlooking the canal.

features separate gated boat ramp access with approval in place for a pontoon and decking as well. an intercom system and large storage areas are available and an enormous in ground pool with both covered and open entertaining areas completes the picture of this beautiful waterfront home.

belleproperty.com/38p3823 guide auction

maroochydore 8 plymouth quay

view saturday 1.00 - 1.30pmauction saturday 7 july at 1.30pm onsitecontact 5456 0219

bevan horsnell 0412 512 257


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A CHANGE FOR THE BETTERKeen for a tree change? Do your homework and ask the right questions before heading off in search of land.

Escaping to the country is a dream for many, and we are lucky on the Sunshine Coast that our hinterland is so close to the beach

and main commercial suburbs, but there are some considerations when buying rural land or property. If you’ve always bought in suburbia, it’s a good idea to arm yourself before looking for that perfect rural retreat. Remote locations and access to utilities and services are a couple of things you will need to know about. Properties in towns such as Maleny, Cooroy and Palmwoods have access to fantastic services and offer a slice of rural life without the inconvenience. But if you’re convinced living on rural land is for you here are some key questions to ask when searching for a slice of country paradise.

DOES THE PROPERTY SUIT MY NEEDS?Sit down with your family and make lists of must-haves and would-likes. If you are looking at a property and have children, fi nd out from the real estate agent what the surrounding schools are like. Don’t want to use the car? Then you’ll need to know where you can access public transport. Need decent phone reception? That can be patchy in places on the Coast. Arm yourself with a list of needs and wants before looking at property so you know which questions to ask.

IS THE PROPERTY IN THE ZONE?It’s a good idea to check the zoning on any property you buy, not just those in the hinterland. It’s also essential to fi nd out if there are any easements on a property you’re looking to buy. Ask your agent about waterways and drainage and

check what services run to the property such as water, power and rubbish collection.

WILL IT COST ME?While an extra half-hour drive to work and school mightn’t seem too bad, it will add to your fuel bill. But rural properties can also end up costing their owners in terms of maintenance. That quaint Queenslander with several outbuildings and

rickety shed might not seem that quaint if you end up forking out cash every weekend to fi x leaky roofs, rotting timber, cracked concrete and broken gates.

AM I BEING REALISTIC?Open spaces, peace and quiet. It sounds idyllic, but the reality of living 10 kilometres from the nearest corner store or newsagent can be far from

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DAY & GRIMES75 YEARS OF REAL ESTATE





75 years at 70 Currie Street, Nambour | Phone 5441 3366 | www.dayandgrimes.com

LAST BLOCK IN ESTATE• Boutique estate at Coes Creek• Walk to local shopping centre• Flat land, ready to build• 5 minutes to Nambour

• Convenient to schools and hospital

• Estate bounded by two creeks

$162,000Gary Langford 0412 348 533

This is an outstanding acreage to enjoy absolute privacy orsub-divide now or in the future. The offering consists of two adjoining titles totalling 12 acres (4.9 hectares) with a lowset character homestead on one of the titles. Will sell as one or separate.

All offers consideredIan Black 0407 587 503

PROPERTY OF THE WEEK

12 ACRES – WALK TO NAMBOUR GENERAL HOSPITAL NAMBOUR HEIGHTS

• Great views over town• Totally restored Queenslander• Development potential under

• Close to shops and hospital• Polished timber fl oors• Original windows and features

$385,000Gary Langford 0412 348 533

“LAUREL SPRINGS” UNIT• 2 Bedroom with 2-way

bathroom• Open plan living – large• Single lock-up garage

• Sun/sewing/reading room/offi ce

• Air-conditioning• Handy to town and hospital

$155,000Gary Langford 0412 348 533

“KAROOLA”• Original and historic• Classic features throughout• Verandahs on 3 sides• Magic 3 acres• More photos ID 1880068

@ www.dayandgrimes.com

$675,000Ian Black 0407 587 503

DRESS CIRCLE LOCATION• 4 Bedrooms & 3 Bathrooms• 3 Car Garage with remotes• Huge area under house• Rumpus/Dual living• Workshop & Storage• Level all useable with Views

$495,000Ian Black 0407 587 503

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Make lists of must-haves and would-likes. Don’t want to use the car? Then you’ll need to know where you can access public transport. Need decent phone reception? That can be patchy in places on the Coast

it. If you love your morning coffee at the local cafe, do you really want to drive 20 minutes to get it? If you want a huge backyard, are you prepared to spend your weekends mending fences and mowing lawns? And what happens during heavy rain to that long dirt driveway? You’ll need to be prepared to embrace the negatives as well as the positives of rural living. Life on land can be incredibly satisfying – just ask the hinterland locals who do it – but it can be a shock for those moving out of town and away from amenities.


Shop 2, 18 Blackall Street WOOMBYE

5442 1888“Properties For Your Lifestyle”

Gary De Paoli 0408 731 412 | Sarah White 0418 981 718 | David Menck 0408 713 834 | John Pyne 0418 710 209 | Kirk Patrick 0439 395 599 www.riddellrealestate.com.au

OWNERS WANT OFFERS! WOOMBYE ACREAGE .. VALUE BUYING .. UNLIMITED POTENTIAL• Set on 1.17acres of private land, peace and privacy is assured. Room for the large or growing family • Split level spacious home with open plan living and separate lounge opening onto large timber deck with views taking in expansive views over the grounds and beyond• Downstairs – perfect teenagers retreat opening to large outdoor entertainment area and & ig pool

• Spacious bedrooms, plenty of cupboard space, master with private ensuite. An abundance of features waiting to be brought back to life• 3 Bay shed plus 2 carports provides plenty of car accommodation, storage or fantastic workshop.• Plenty of features throughout this home. FOR YOUR PERSONAL INSPECTION :- CONTACT: David Menck 0408 713 834

WEST WOOMBYE 81 Parsons Knob Rd 4 3 4

www.woombyerealty.com.au12 Blackall St, Woombye 5442 1855

• 1.093ha (approx 4.76 acres) level usable land• Timber house with lockable outside room • Polished timber fl oors in living areas • 4 built-in bdms • Large living room with wood heater • Sep dining room • Neat kitchen • I/g salt water pool

Renovators…true potential here!

Address: 259 Sippy Creek Road, TanawhaInspect: Every Saturday 12-1pm or by apptAuction: On site 7th July 2012 at 11amContact: Helen Turner 0413 156 885

17.65 Hectare PRIVATE COUNTRY ESTATE • LUXURY HOME • VIEWS • CREEK • PASTURE & BUSHLAND

To discover this secluded country style fi ve bedroom brick and tile masterpiece, follow a long driveway beside creek and pasture to the top of the property.High ceilings, spacious living areas, formal lounge dining, family room with wood heater, king size bedroom, ensuite and walk in robe, main bathroom has spa and shower. There’s a modern family size kitchen, media room, separate offi ce, library, a 40 metre verandah overlooks landscaped gardens and panoramic views of the Glasshouse Mountains, all this plus a two bedroom cottage, fi ve bay shed, fenced paddocks and more. Incredible value at only $995,000

View: www.qldipa.com.au ID 109582631 or www.malenyrealestate.com ID 6217683

www.malenyrealestate.com Riverside Centre, 1/4 Maple Street, Maleny 5494 3022

OPEN FOR INSPECTION SATURDAY 10-11am358 CANDLE MOUNTAIN DRIVE, PEACHESTER

Marilyn McShannon 0402 218 238

David Gamble0419 720 575

elderspalmwoods.com.au

Elders Palmwoods, 5 Margaret Street, Palmwoods, 5478 9122

• 4 bed, 2 bath, DLUG brick & tile home• Private, fenced flat yard, shed• Tiled patio area adjoining inground pool with water wall feature

• 2 generous living areas + formal lounge• Close to Burnside schools & hospital• Bonuses - 3x air cons, water tank, fully security screened

Nambour 20 Wentworth Court

Entertainers ParadiseOpen Sat & Sun 11.00am to 11.45am

$418,000Steve Miller 0414 780 289 Elders PalmwoodsWeb Id 4125000

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West Woombye 39 Towen Mountain Road

A Private Place of Relaxation - Auction this Sunday

Open Sat & Sun from 12.00pm to 12.45pm | Auction on site Sun 24th June 2012 @ 1.00pm

AuctionMike Burns 0418 991 702, Natalie Massa 0402 807 260Elders Palmwoods Web Id 4260179

• 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom main home• 20 acres, fruit trees, solar power and hot water• Heated inground pool, great entertaining area• There is something for everybody here

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• Semi-detached 2 bed + kitchenette area• Workshop, garden shed, machinery/packing shed• 5 minutes to town, 20 minutes to Maroochydore• Owners are downsizing – great buying opportunity!

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classifi eds

Houses for Sale

2/18 Blackall Street, WOOMBYE5442 1888

Gary De Paoli 0408 731 412 Sarah White 0418 981 718David Menck 0408 713 834 John Pyne 0418 710 209Kirk Patrick 0439 395 599 www.riddellrealestate.com.au

Palmwoods 342 McDonalds Rd Sat 11-11.406.77 Choice acres, only 5 mins to town. Panoramic views from all angles, ideal horse property, rich fertile land, large dam & fruit trees. Brick home + 3 bay shed.Prime acreage property. HOT AUCTION!!

Woombye 153 Blackall Rnge Rd Sat 12-12.40Diverse 2.1 acres. Something for everyone here, 2 brm timber cottage, 3 brm, funky liveable shed & a fenced horse paddock down the back. This property is private and great value. $430,000

West Woombye 609 Dulong Road Sat 1-1.40Large ultra modern, open plan home on 3 acres with panoramic views over National Parkland. 4 brms, 2 bath, bamboo fl oors. Private & low maintenance.Sensational value. Mid $500,000’s

Woombye: Set in the Heart of Woombye...This gorgeous, architecturally designed home set alongside parkland offers privacy and style. 997m2 block, 2 brms, 1 bath + study. Perfect to downsize to or extend further. This home is Value... $349,000

Woombye: 2yrs young... Views... Big BlockJust a few jobs to complete and it’s like brand new! Internal painting, fl oor coverings and driveway. Close to Schools, shops, transport. Private & treed on 936m2 block. $349,000

OPEN HOUSE

81 PARSONS KNOB RDWEST WOOMBYEOwners want offers!

4 brms, 2 bath, teenagers retreat, 1.17 acres...inground pool, views from timber deck,

3 bay shed + 2 carports

Rentals Rentals

WARANA $290PW2 bed, 1 bath, SLUG, neat & tidy duplex, air-con, covered outside area, quiet location. AVAIL NOWBUDERIM $320PW3 bed, 1 bath, SLUG, separate lounge/dining area, air-con, dishwasher, balcony. AVAIL NOWWARANA $355PW2 bed, 1 bath, double carport, canal frontage, covered entertaining area. AVAIL NOWCALOUNDRA $360PW3 bed, 2 bath, DLUG, open plan living areas, ceiling, close to beach, shops & restaurants, sorry no pets. AVAIL 6/7/12BUDERIM $365PWFully furnished, 3 bed, 2 bath, SLUG, quiet location, covered outdoor area, gated complex. AVAIL NOWBUDDINA $375PW4 bed, 1 bath, separate living areas, modern kitchen with dishwasher. AVAIL 19/7/12WARANA $380PW13 bed, 1 bath, 1 car, 180° water views, open plan living area, quiet location, sorry no pets. AVAIL NOWBOKARINA $380PW3 bed, 2 bath, SLUG, recently renovated, spacious living areas, large yard, close to schools, shops, parks & beaches. AVAIL 15/8/12WURTULLA $380PW3 bed, 1 bath, double carport, lock up garage, air-conditioned, ceiling fans, huge covered outdoor area, close to beach. AVAIL NOWAROONA $395PW3 bed, 2 bath, DLUG, ceiling fans, dishwasher, covered outdoor area. AVAIL NOWWARANA $400PW3 bed, 2 bath, SLUG, air-con, covered outdoor area, close to beach. AVAIL NOWWARANA $430PW4 bed, 2 bath, 1 car, separate lounge/dining area, covered outdoor area, close to beach. AVAIL 29/6/12WARANA $440PW3 bed, 2 bath, renovated kitchen, one street from beach, big workshop shed, pool, pets on application. AVAIL NOWWURTULLA $460PW4 bed, 2 bath, DLUG, fully renovated, close to beach, side gate access. AVAIL 28/6/12LITTLE MOUNTAIN $495PW4 bed plus study, 2 bath, DLUG, 2 living areas, covered outdoor area. AVAIL 17/7/12MAROOCHYDORE $595PW4 bed plus study, 2 bath, DLUG, pool, indoor spa, close to the Maroochy River, pets on application. AVAIL NOW.MINYAMA $625PW4 bed + study, 2 bath, DLUG, large spacious living areas, fully fenced, pets on app. AVAIL 20/7/12DIDDILLIBAH $650PW3 bed, 3 bath, 4 car, 8 acres, horse paddocks, 2 dams, only 8 min drive to beaches. AVAIL 27/6/12MINYAMA $780PW4 bed, 2 bath, DLUG, waterfront, pontoon, pool & spa, covered outdoor area, separate living areas. AVAIL 1/8/12

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28 Kingfi sher Street Aroona $449,000 NEGPotential Dual Occupancy. Hi-Set, Two Story, Views from the deck to CBD. 3 x large living areas, 3/4 bed, 2 bath, 2 x Garage, Carport, large vehicle padOFI Sat 11-11.45am Lynne-anne 0412 737 403

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16 Creekside Blv Currimundi $370,0003 bed, 2 bath, large 919m2 block 2 x garageOFI Sat 1-1.45pm Andrew 0418 878 647

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• 5th fl oor level overlooking Regatta Waterway. • 3 Bdrms, main overlooking water • Ensuite to main • Plenty of cupboard space to all bdrms • Kitchen with 2 pac cupboards and modern appliances • Open plan living • Separate bathroom with modern decor • 2 Big balconies overlooking the water, 1 facing east • Controlled ducted air throughout • 2 car spaces in security parking • Pool in complex • Complex fully secured • Close to all amenities and the new hospital • Body corp fees just over $5,000 if paid on time

Inspect: Saturday 12-12.45pm or by apptPrice: expressions of interest

Call Geoff 0421 305 806

This very modern unit offers the lotInstructions are clear present all offers

55/11 Innovation Parkway, Birtinya

Call us today on 07 5476 5588

Coolum Beach $310pw2 brm unit, master bdrm with ensuite, 2 living areas, air con, SLUG, Swimming pool in complex. Opposite beach. AVAIL NOW

Buderim $320pw3 brm townhome, close to town centre, 2 bthrms + toilet downstairs, air conditioning in lounge, SLUG. AVAIL NOW

Mountain Creek $320pwOne week’s free rent!! 2 bdrms, 1 bthrm, single garage ducted air-con. Great position. Complex has private jetty and deep water access. AVAIL NOW Sippy Downs $420pwLawn maintenance included. 4 bdrms, 2 bthrms, dishwasher, fans, air-con in master, DLUG, quite area. AVAIL NOW

Sippy Downs $430pw Brand new! 4 bdrms, 2 bthrms, open plan living with air-con, DLUG, security screens and doors, fenced yard. AVAIL NOW

Brightwater Estate $470pw4 bdrms, 2 bthrms, 3 living areas, large air-con in master & living, dishwasher, fans, security screens, large corner block, double gated side access. AVAIL NOWBallantyne Crt, Glenview $475pw5 bdrm 2 bathrooms, pool, spa, fully fenced backyard, pets on application, 3 living areas, 2 verandahs, large shed. AVAIL NOW

CALL TODAY 07 5476 5588

To inspect these properties please call Anita Humphreys on 0414 571 260 or 5445 5811

CALOUNDRA/IVADALE LAKES - 4 bedroom home, ensuite, airconditioned, double garage, fenced yard $430pw

CALOUNDRA/IVADALE LAKES - Spacious 3 bedroom homes with separate self contained 1 bedroom granny fl at, 2 bathrooms, aircon, fenced yard $550pw

MAROOCHYDORE - Selection of fully furnished 2 bedroom villas, aircon, carport pool and bbq area in quiet complex. $280 to $290pw

MAROOCHYDORE - 2 bedroom unfurnished villa, aircon, carport pool and bbq area in quiet complex. $280pw

NAMBOUR - First weeks rent free - Selection of near new 2 bedroom townhouses in quiet complex, 2 living areas, ensuite, airconditioned, large deck, centrallocation $300 to $330pw

ABSOLUTE BEACHFRONT PENTHOUSE

Private Sale - Rolling Surf ResortKings Beach, Caloundra

Perfectly positioned luxury unit with full sized private rooft op. No roads to cross to Kings Beach in sought-aft er Resort. Uninterrupted views to Moreton Island. 2 brm, 2 bath. Spa + private kitchen & sauna on rooft op. Facilities: 60m pool, games room, restaurants etc. Perfect - nothing to be done. All records avail. Off ers over $560,000.Ph 0419 141 711 to arrange inspection.

View at rollingsurfresort.com.au

Unit for Sale

YANDINA Brand new 5 bed, 2 bath, DLUG, cov-ered ent area, side access, walk to school and village. $465 pw. Ph 0418 774 009

Close to parks and a short drive from Kawana Shoppingworld, this family home features four bedrooms, a study, a spacious living area and a separate dining area. The contemporary kitchen boasts a dishwasher and the gardens are low maintenance. Pets on application.

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$625 per week

Platinum Properties 5437 8806

RENTAL PREVIEWS Rentals

Houses for Sale

AUCTION on site Sunday 24/06/12 @ 12pm 27/50 Aspland Street, Nambour

Spacious, modern, well maintained townhouse. Walk to all amenities. Two bedrooms plus study, 2.5 bathrooms, open plan living area, modern kitchen, courtyard, garage and carport plus loads of storage. Vendor very keen to hear offers and sell on the day. Victor Realty 5476 0050


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CROSSWORD

WORDFIND SCATTERWORD

SUDOKU

SOLUTIONS

LEVEL: EASY

LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION

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1 Speak ill of (6)4 Calm (6)9 Foster (7)10 A swimming

stroke (5)11 Move stealthily, like a

burglar perhaps (5)12 Very effective (7)13 Rough-and-ready

method (4,2,5)18 Conquer by rapid

advance (7)20 Light reddish

purple (5)22 Thrown (5)23 Composer of

waltzes, Johann – II (7)24 Narrate (6)25 Malodorous (6)

1 Mediterranean principality (6)

2 Parasitic insect (5)3 Brief view (7)5 Confined to one

area (5)6 Skull (7)7 Torrential rain (6)8 Very close outcome

to horserace (5-6)14 Disparate (7)15 Dull (7)16 Consult together (6)17 A plain knitted

fabric (6)19 Correct (5)21 Normal (5)

ACROSS DOWN

HOROSCOPESARIES Mar 21-Apr 20 Uranus and Pluto are set to shake things up over the next three years. If you work with the changes, then your career and self-image will change dramatically, in positive ways.

TAURUS Apr 21-May 21 It’s easy to get stuck in a comfortable Taurus rut. Break out of your usual routine this weekend and seek out family, friends and entertainment that surprise and stimulate you.

GEMINI May 22-Jun 21 Saturday suits social pursuits, as you catch up with friends and acquaintances. Over the coming month, the more creative your approach to business and finances, the more successful you’ll be.

CANCER Jun 22-Jul 23 Are you worrying about money? Look to an older family member for financial advice. When it comes to personal and professional partnerships, aim to be more flexible.

LEO Jul 24-Aug 23 Sunday’s sun/Neptune trine is fabulous if you’ve been feeling creatively challenged. It will get the creative juices flowing again, as your imagination fires and your inspiration soars.

VIRGO Aug 24-Sep 23 Over the next few years, friends and finances are a messy mix so try to keep the two separate. Plus pay close attention to your dreams – are they trying to tell you something?

LIBRA Sep 24-Oct 23 Laid-back Librans – don’t be too complacent about loved ones. Over the next few years, radical changes are required to take your close relationships up to the next level.

SCORPIO Oct 24-Nov 22 Uranus squares Pluto today – and then six times again over the next three years. Radical changes are coming into your life and, the more you resist them, the more difficult they will be.

SAGITTARIUS Nov 23-Dec 21 You can be delightful company – when you’re in the mood. With Jupiter now in your charm zone, the next 12 months is the time to ask for what you want. You might just get it.

CAPRICORN Dec 22-Jan 20 The way you view your family and yourself is set to change over the next three years. The more you hold onto old ways of behaving, the more challenging these changes will be.

AQUARIUS Jan 21-Feb 19 Over the next three years your life will be transformed, courtesy of the Uranus/Pluto square. The changes will be powerful – and sometimes painful – but they will lead to a brand new you.

PISCES Feb 20-Mar 20 Sunday’s sun/Neptune trine is perfect for artistic, spiritual or humanitarian endeavours. It’s also a great time to connect with the creative and compassionate child within.

Find these words in the grid:

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GOOD 18 BETTER 22 BEST 24

Rules: Form at least one nine-letter word from the given letters and as many other words as possible of four letters or more. Each word must contain the letter in the centre square. Simple plurals formed by adding an “s” are not counted as extra words. No prefixes or suffixes.

THEME: BIRDS

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albatrossbaldeaglebluebirdcagecanaryclawcranecrowdododoveduckemu

flamingoesflyhawkkookaburralarkowlpeacockswantoucanwren

JUNIOR X-WORD QUICK QUIZ1 Long, thin, silvery

wind instrument2 Device with AM

and FM stations3 Vegetable that

makes you cry4 Rugby or golf

is an example of this

5 Rabbit6 Gum leaf-eater7 Opposite of tight8 To pretend to

be a statue, you stand very _____

Solve all the clues and reveal the eight-letter word spelled down the middle of the grid.

1 Who (pictured) is the president of Costa Rica?

2 Who wrote the 1981 novel Midnight’s Children?

3 In what year did North and South Yemen merge: 1970, 1980 or 1990?

4 Tromboon is a portmanteau word derived from the names of which two musical instruments?

5 Is an olm a form of salamander, a short dictionary, or a type of spittoon?

SCATTERWORD: congruity, outcrying, country, crying, county, outcry, trying, yogurt, yogic, corny, crony, tying, young, irony, unity, city, cony, yogi, gyri, gory, gyro, orgy, tiny, tory, troy, tyro, your.

JUNIOR X-WORD: flute, radio, onion, sport, bunny, koala, loose, still, (FOOTBALL).

QUICK QUIZ: 1 Laura Chinchilla 2 Salman Rushdie 3 1990 4 Trombone and bassoon 5 A form of salamander

CROSSWORD: Across: 1 Malign 4 Placid 9 Nourish 10 Crawl 11 Creep 12 Telling 13 Rule of thumb 18 Overrun 20 Mauve 22 Flung 23 Strauss 24 Relate 25 Smelly Down: 1 Monaco 2 Louse 3 Glimpse 5 Local 6 Cranium 7 Deluge 8 Photo-finish 14 Unequal 15 Humdrum 16 Confer 17 Jersey 19 Right 21 Usual


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#Offer applies to new Golf (excluding Golf Cabriolet and Golf R), new Jetta and new Passat (excluding Passat CC) stock vehicles only sold and delivered between 4th May and 30th June 2012. While stocks last. Private Buyers only. Offer is not available in conjunction with any other offers. Volkswagen Group Australia reserves the right to change or extend the offer. ^Driveaway prices (on vehicles as shown) available on new stock vehicles only sold and delivered between 4th May and 30th June 2012. While stocks last. Private Buyers only. Offer is not available in conjunction with any other offer. GCA2425

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