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VarietyWA homefull of features

THE 2011 CapricornYanchep Variety WA CharityHome built by GemmillHomes is now open forinspection.

A joint partnership withGemmill Homes and Capri-corn Yanchep, and supportedby the team at Century 21,the home will be open forinspection every Monday andWednesday from 2pm to 5pmand Saturday and Sunday from1pm to 4pm until the auctionat 11am on Sunday, July 31.

Variety WA Chief ExecutiveOfficer Michael Pailthorpesaid net proceeds from thesale would enable the charityto provide much-neededequipment and programs toassist sick, disadvantaged orspecial needs children in met-ropolitan and regional WA.

“We are incredibly gratefulfor Gemmill Homes, Capri-corn Yanchep Estate, Century21 and the many generoussuppliers and tradespeoplewho made this project possi-ble,” Mr Pailthorpe said.

The four-bedroom, two-bathroom home has all thearchitectural flair, space anddesigner features every familycould wish for, including amagnificent alfresco area, out-door kitchen and pool.

The home has well-designed living areas includingan activity space to servicethe rear bedrooms, a privatehome theatre, master suitewith huge concealed walk-inrobe and large ensuite.

The stylish kitchen hasdirect access to the dining,family and undercover

alfresco area. The home alsocomes with roof-mountedsolar panels, a solar hot watersystem, landscaped water-wise native gardens and afencing and technology pack-age.

“But unlike many otherproperties, there is oneunique bonus – the opportu-nity to help Variety the Chil-dren’s Charity empower WAkids in need to live, laugh andlearn,” Mr Pailthorpe said.

The home is located at Lot311, 33 Viridis Street,Yanchep(off Two Rocks Road). ■

Home all set for inspection now and forauction on July 31. By SCOTT WOODSIDE

Importance ofproxies in strataJOHN Angus, author of UnderstandingStrata Titles – an A to Z on everythingstrata, is offering valuable advice on thecomplex procedures of strata title man-agement.

“Before every general meeting, co-owners of a lot – whether they bothattend the meeting or not – are obligedto complete a proxy form granting theproxy to either or any one of them (or athird party) in order to vote at that meet-ing,” he said

“The standard schedule 1 by-laws –which apply to almost all strata compa-nies – stipulate this very clearly.

“The by-laws go on to say that, theinstrument of proxy must be in writing.”

A proxy should be presented beforethe meeting commences.

Mr Angus said experience suggests thatmany owners were unaware of thisrequirement.

“Make a note next time you arrange ameeting and be sure you send out a blankproxy form with the date and type ofmeeting for co-owners to sign,” he said.

“If you are unsure where to obtain asuitable form of proxy, contact a stratamanager or the Strata Titles Institute ofWA.” ■

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Style and sophistication

WITH panoramic ocean views, courtesy of itsposition just one house away from the beach, thisnear-new Webb & Brown-Neaves home displaysthe height of style and sophistication.

Almost every room has a view, thanks to theclever use of glass and angles.

Even the tinted-glass entry door offers a directview of the water from the foyer. It is clean, crispand chic, and wastes no time establishing thesleek aesthetic.

Setting the stylish tone immediately uponentry are gleaming bamboo flooring, classiccolour scheme and contemporary stainless steeland timber balustrade to the wide staircase (witha storage space converted into a cellar with full-width wine racks).

For the ultimate in convenient and luxuriousliving, each level features a mixture of living areasand bedrooms.

The ground floor is home to two double bed-rooms, including a southwest-facing room thatcaptures a stunning water view.

This bedroom, serviced by a stylish bathroom,is convenient to a living room.

At the heart of the home, bi-fold doors con-nect a separate living room to the decked alfres-co area, which overlooks the low-maintenancegardens, with a cubbyhouse for the kids.

The decked area includes an outdoor kitchenwith a built-in sink, barbecue and cupboardspace.

Hidden off a side walkway is an outdoor show-

er, perfect for use after coming home from thebeach.

On the top floor is the open-plan kitchen/fam-ily/dining area and an adjoining balcony, whereyou can relax and enjoy the expansive view of thecoast.

Designed by Vogue Kitchens and in keepingwith the streamlined aesthetic, the kitchen isdefined by its creative and clever use of space. Itsfeatures includes Caesarstone waterfall edgebench tops, Smeg appliances and glass splash-backs.

The versatile third bedroom on this level couldbe used as a study.

The light-filled and outstanding main bedroomconnects to an open ensuite which has a dualCaesarstone-topped vanity with chocolate huedcabinetry, an open double shower recess andfreestanding Apaiser oval bath with a pearl mosa-ic feature.

Extra features include ducted reverse-cycleairconditioning, a security system and doublegarage. ■

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Panoramic ocean views, alongwith a view from almost everyroom, writes COURTNEY NOTTE

THIS home in the Princeton Estate epito-mises timeless elegance and grandeur, withdesign and decor features that are almostregal in their splendour.

The owners’ eye for detail makes thisdouble storey residence what it is – a clas-sic that rivals the most lavish of homes.

Everything about it oozes quality, fromthe high-end fittings and finishes through-out to its sought after position overlookinga lake and parklands.

A long balcony at the front capitalises onthis outlook, and is the perfect spot torelax and watch the sun go down with aglass of wine.

Inside, the grand entry foyer sets thetone, with polished floor tiles, high ceilingswith ornate cornices and a picture recesswith feature lighting.

The staircase is yet another example ofthe exquisite attention to detail thatdefines this home, with an intricatewrought iron and timber balustrade anddome ceiling with elaborate chandelier.

A highlight of the home is the separatetheatre room. Its level of authenticitymakes it unlike other home media rooms.

Its atmosphere is achieved with tieredrecliner seats, fibre optic star ceiling and aprojector and screen, concealed behind reddrapes.

A red and gold colour scheme, from theplush carpet to the feature columns aroundthe room, enhances the sense of cinematicoccasion.

It will be hard to resist entertaining inthis home, and guests will be loathe toleave. The huge free flowing living area onthe ground floor, with backlit coffered ceil-ing features throughout, enjoys a seamlessconnection to the alfresco area.

Bi-fold doors lead from the kitchen/meals/family space to a zoned indoor-out-door area, with a well-equipped bar andfunctional outdoor kitchen.

From this undercover area, a glass safetyfence offers an uninterrupted view of thelap pool with a stunning stone and tilewaterfall feature.

After a long day, you will look forward toretreating to the sumptuous master bed-room upstairs, which connects to a privateliving area with balcony access and an opu-lent spa ensuite.

The majesty of the house is apparentfrom the street, where the clean lines andcrisp exterior render make an immediateimpression. ■

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An overwhelming sense of spaceOPPORTUNITIES tosecure lakeside living inGwelup are rare, whichmakes this home oppositeLake Gwelup Reserve evenmore special.

While its sought-afterlocation is a drawcard, thehome’s biggest and best sur-prise is the overwhelmingsense of space in the openliving areas – perfect forfamily living.

Built to the highest stan-dard in 2008, the two-storeyhome exhibits a classic blendof modern design and time-less decor, from the strikingfacade, where interestingangles make a statement, tothe soft neutral colourpalette and complementaryfinishes inside.

The house is set backfrom the road, behind anelectric gate with an inter-com for enhanced privacyand security, and all effortshave been made to maintainpeace of mind inside.

The frosted glass andtimber entry door opensright into the hub of thehome – free-flowingrooms, where the double-height pitched ceiling andfirst-floor mezzanineimmediately establish afeeling of openness.

Big windows in the loungeroom overlook a centralcourtyard, on the oppositeside of which is a separatebut equally spacious livingarea.

Bi-parting glass doorsconnect both of these livingzones to the decked court-yard, which is not only com-pletely private but mainte-nance-free and covered by abig gabled patio.

The walkway betweenthese rooms is made up ofthe compact and functionalkitchen and meals area.

A break in the bambooflooring extends throughoutthe ground floor here, in

favour of practical tiles.The kitchen has the best

modern fittings and Blancostainless steel appliances, aswell as stone bench tops andfrosted glass display cup-boards.

In addition to the livingareas, there are three spa-cious bedrooms, a study andthree bathrooms, all ofwhich have stone vanityunits, floor-to-ceiling tilingand heated floors.

Extras include reverse-cycle airconditioning and analarm system.

The house is on a 528sqm block with low-mainte-nance gardens. ■

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GWELUP75 SEAGRAVE STREETAGENT Professionals Executive CoastalCONTACT Chris Rose 0421 926 118WEB www.professionalscoastal.com.au

FROM $1,095,000

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ACTON NORTH 6/316 THE BOULEVARD, CITY BEACH WA 6015 PHONE 9285 0111 WWW.ACTON.COM.AU ACTON

Home Open: Sunday 2.15 - 3.00.Is this Iluka’s best buy? Absolutely! Ocean front architect designed coastal mansion priced to sell and well below replacement. Take advantage of the softer market now, snap up this quick and reap the rewards of exponential growth as the property market is set to recover!

585 Burns Beach rd, Iluka (access via Shenton Ave)OCEANIC.. $1.675m

• Panoramic, dramatic ocean views - perfect for whale watching

• Electronic remote front gates - park extra cars / boat

• Solid timber fl oors

• Granite and marble to bathrooms and laundry

• Sweeping wrought iron staircase

• Superb parents’ area on upper fl oor inc offi ce, alfresco balcony, lounge and sumptuous master suite

• Pool and sauna

• Cbus smart wiring - touch and remote control everything!

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IF you are looking for a low-main-tenance, high-quality home, lookno further than this beautifullyappointed streetfront villa.

In a five-unit complex, this resi-dence has small front and rearcourtyards for entertaining andenjoying the outdoors.

A small grassed area is all thatrequires upkeep at the front, whilethe paved rear courtyard, withshade sail cover, is no fuss.

The interior is modern, lightand bright, thanks to a sophisticat-ed colour palette and stylish fit-tings and fixtures that stand outagainst a neutral backdrop.

There are three bedrooms andtwo bathrooms, making the homesuitable for a range of lifestyles,from couples to families.

Two-tone exterior renderingsets the tone for the interior bycreating a crisp, modern look.

The main bedroom is off thetiled foyer and has a walk-inwardrobe and ensuite with a glasspivot door to the shower recess

and a dual vanity with semi-recessed basins.

Mirrored sliding doors concealbuilt-in wardrobes in the minorbedrooms, which are close to ashared bathroom, with a separatebath and shower and single vanityunit.

At the heart of the house, spa-cious, open-plan living areas, withsliding doors to a rear courtyard,give the compact property the feelof a family home.

A stone-topped island benchwith a double sink separates thewell-equipped kitchen from thefamily and dining rooms.

There is also a double fridgespace, high gloss cupboards andstainless steel appliances, includinga canopy rangehood.

For added security and peace ofmind, the double garage offersdirect access to the house, whichcomes with reverse-cycle aircon-ditioning and is close to the Scar-borough Sportsmen's Club andparklands. ■

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Grand home full of space, style and comfortIN an elevated position withpanoramic ocean views and closeto a park, this family home in theOcean Rise Estate exceeds expec-tations, with space, style and com-fort in spades.

The near new double-storeyhome has four bedrooms, twobathrooms, a study, separate the-atre room, upstairs family roomwith balcony access and groundfloor kitchen/dining/meals areaoverlooking a north-facing alfrescoarea with below-ground pool anddecked, cedar-lined patio.

Sheltered by a grand portico,timber and feature glass doors, it isopen to the light and bright foyer,where there is an immediate feel-ing of space that continuesthroughout the home.

Further enhancing this sense ofspace are high ceilings, an extensiveuse of glass to integrate theindoor/outdoor areas, a simple butstylish colour palette and sleekwood flooring that define the livingareas on the ground floor.

As well as a formal lounge roomoff the entry, there is a central free

flowing zone that comprises thekitchen, meals area and familyroom, a separate theatre roomand, off a minor hallway at theback, a study nook or sitting room.

These living spaces enjoy accessto the back yard,which is equippedfor all-weather entertaining, thanksto cafe blinds and a glass safetyfence that keeps rain out in winter,and a ceiling fan to cool the area inthe warmer months.

Back inside, the kitchen hascharacter, with cabinets in a boldblue finish, stone bench tops andstainless steel appliances such as adishwasher, rangehood and gashob. Yet another living area, thisone with balcony access, is on thefirst floor landing, outside the mainbedroom.

Enjoy views across the areafrom big windows in the bedroomand from the tiled balcony.

Terraced gardens add streetappeal to the modern facade.

A limestone fence encloses awraparound courtyard.

Extras include airconditioningand an alarm system. ■

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THE KILIMANJARO: From $187,260. AS DISPLAYED $257,158.

* Ratings for the individual Summit display homes are unique and specific to each design. Ratings for proposed construction of these homes should be assessed on a case by case basis and should take into account the climate zone, block orientation, variations, colour selections and finishes. Source: Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme (www.nathers.gov.au). The above shows the heating and cooling cost savings made when compared to a 5 Star rated home.

8.5The Haven

THE HAVEN: From $194,137. AS DISPLAYED $247,842.

The star energy rating for The Haven as shown is based on climate zone 52 (Swanbourne) with a Western orientation.

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BED 42910 x 3890

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Area m²221.02737.3406.50018.144283.012309.784

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OVERALL WIDTH- 15.83mOVERALL LENGTH- 23.39mMIN BLOCK WIDTH- 16.91m

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Premium property and oh, what a viewIT is in what is known as one of the finestwaterfront positions on West CoastDrive, but the commanding dress circlelocation is just one of the advantages ofthis premium tri-level property.

Elevated and set back from the roadbehind a security gate, the home has beendesigned to capitalise on the breathtaking180-degree oceanview and offers alifestyle few prop-erties couldmatch.

An elevatorservices all threelevels of the grand602sq m house,which, built fiveyears ago, pres-ents as new.

There is roomfor the biggest offamilies, with sixbedrooms, five bathrooms, a study, cellarand theatre spread across the three levels.

This is in addition to a spacious open-plan zone, comprising the kitchen, diningand family rooms, with incredible uninter-rupted water views and adjoining wrap-around balcony with tinted glassbalustrade.

Many large doors and windows heremake the water appear closer than it is,while coffered ceilings with downlights

combine with the cool colour palette tocreate a bright and fresh feel.

You will love entertaining and guestswill love being entertained in the seaside

stunner, particularly in the no maintenanceand completely pri-

vate courtyard atthe back.

Here, a patiooffers shade closeto the house, and

overlooks anextensively paved

open-air space.The two full-

length balconieshave glass

balustrades andthe windows andglass doors in the

house are double glazed to reduce noisefrom the road.

Features of the house include exquisiteamerican oak flooring in the living areas

across the levels, ducted reverse cycle air-conditioning, recessed ceiling features and

a monitored security system.■

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TRIGG319 WEST COAST DRIVEAGENT Acton CoastalCONTACT Les Lindsay

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Opposite Fountain ParkSpend a special day with family and friends enjoying the park facilities. Kitchen with dishwasher, stainless steel appliances, open plan meals/dining, formal lounge, 4 bed, 2 bath, tiled flooring, 2 car garage, brick paved outdoor area, sec sys, air cond. Just a great place to live.

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What’s it Worth!!!Located in Dianella Heights, do your sums on this 4 x 2, granite top kitchen, formal lounge/dining, study, outdoor alfresco, below ground pool, separata spa in a quiet cul-de-sac. Security system, air cond, 2 car garage. Good buying at land value. House is bonus.

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Developers Dream - Triplex SiteDevelopment opportunity in a great street near Karrinyup shops, beautiful parks, close to Lake Gwelup and only a short drive to Scarborough/Trigg Beaches as well as the relaxing coastal café strip this huge 942sqm level block with no retaining to be done. Rentable/liveable 3x2 home.

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THE ultimate in beachside living, thisDunsborough residence enjoys panoram-ic ocean views.

Renovated in 2004, the charming abodeoffers outstanding modern features whileretaining plenty of its original character.

The modern kitchen is a highlight ofthe recent renovations. It has a strikingwhite aesthetic that contrasts attractivelyagainst the wood floors and trimmings.

There is lots of bench and cupboardspace, a fridge recess, a dishwasher andstainless steel appliances and it overlooksa central living area which merges with anoutdoor entertaining deck.

The water views are best from thisarea and add a distinct calming ambienceto the fresh and bright palette.

A separate downstairs living area offthe main space provides variety.

There is also an enclosed veranda and acovered patio surrounded by lovely gar-dens with reticulation.

Water vistas feature prominentlyupstairs, where there is a third living area,master bedroom with ensuite and a bal-cony.

The second floor could be utilised as aparents' retreat.

Extras include a double garage, ceilingfans and airconditioning.

Just 100 metres from the water's edgeand close to the Dunsborough town cen-tre, this property is the perfect South-West getaway. ■

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DUNSBOROUGH 10 NORTH STREETAGENT Acton South WestCONTACT Debbie Bridges on 0417 186 018WEB www.acton.com.auDETAILS http://tinyurl.com/4lxhrkj

$2,495,000

Ultimate beachsideproperty soaks in viewsExtensive renovation gives modern touches while keepingcharm and character, writes SAMANTHA JONES

THE once under-rated sub-urb of Innaloo today attractsbuyers in droves, according toResidential and InvestmentRealty agent Peter Hart.

He said the suburb hadundergone a major transfor-mation over the past 10 yearsand its redeveloped amenitiesand close proximity to infra-structure enticed many peo-ple to the area.

“Near public transport,shopping and employmentareas, Innaloo is about asgood as it gets,” Mr Hart toldResidential.

“Everything you need isjust around the corner – Stir-ling train station, freewayaccess, redeveloped shoppingcomplexes, movie cinemas,numerous restaurants andcafes, Scarborough Beach andthe city.

“With two great bars inthe area – The Saint GeorgeHotel and The Botanica – thelocals have a great choice.

“As a result, all categoriesof people are moving toInnaloo at the moment – pro-fessional couples, families,new-home owners, andretirees downsizing from sur-rounding exclusive areas,

just to name a few of them.”Mr Hart said buyers were

paying $400,000 to $900,000for Innaloo property, withhousing in Marian Street,Boronia Street and alongsideparks being highly soughtafter.

Change has occurredthroughout the residentialarea and parklands.

“In the recent past, lots ofhigh-quality housing has beenconstructed as developershave snapped up big blocks toestablish great homes in theform of villas and townhous-es,” Mr Hart said.

“We have also seen theupgrade of Millet Park, whichnow has numerous play-ground facilities and is a greatattraction for families withyoung children.”

Innaloo’s other major fea-tures include two primaryschools, aged-care facilities,Event Cinemas and the sport-ing facilities of Yuluma Parkand Birralee Reserve.

The suburb is also thehome of Westfield Innaloo,Innaloo MegaCentre andMorris Place shopping cen-tres, as well as Perth’s onlyIKEA store.

12 SUBURB PROFILE

INNALOOPOPULATION:6470 residents MEDIAN RESIDENT AGE:37 yearsMEDIAN HOUSEHOLD INCOME:$998/wkMEDIAN HOUSE PRICE:$560,000MEDIAN MORTGAGE RREPAYMENT:$1,430/mnthMEDIAN RENT:$195/wk

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INNALOO residents love nothingbetter than a Sunday session, saysThe Saint George Hotel assistantmanager Tim Smith.

Since its refurbishment in 2005,he said the hotel had becomerenowned for offering one of thebest ways to wrap up the weekend,

with great beers, top food, liveentertainment and a funky venueproving to be a popular combina-tion for locals.

Mr Smith said Innaloo had awarm, welcoming community andhotel staff often formed friendshipswith the many patrons who regu-

larly enjoyed the great pub atmos-phere of The Saint George’s bars,restaurant and beer garden.

The area’s close proximity topublic transport meant residentswere always on the move.

Mr Smith said the short distanceto Stirling train station was an

advantage for the area’s businessowners because it provided peoplewith easy access to their establish-ments, Mr Smith said.

“It’s a suburb of growing oppor-tunity and with the train line beingso close, Innaloo is a destination,”he said. ■

Business opportunities on the move along with train passengers

Major transformation of Innaloo has prospective property buyers of all sorts flocking to the area By KEREN BELLOS

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STREET LIFE 13

DO you remember dancing the night away atthe Snake Pit?

Did you know that on one Saturday inNovember, 1962, the Scarboro Surf Life Sav-ing Club rescued 119 people and one horsefrom our waters?

Have you ever wondered what happenedto the Nookenburra Plinth monument?

Offering a fascinating insight into local cul-tural, social and natural history, the Mt FloraRegional Museum provides City of Stirlingresidents with an opportunity to step back intime.

Situated in Elvire Street,Watermans Bay,the museum is housed in its biggest exhibit –a tank that was built in 1936 to supply waterto North Beach households.

The building’s rooftop affords arguably thebest views in the northern suburbs.

During World War I the tank was alsoused as an observation post by the 10th LightHorse Regiment.

After the facility was phased out of servicein the 1970s, a group of dedicated volunteersat the North Suburban Historical Societyconverted it into a museum to preserve localhistory.

Today, visitors can climb the staircase tothe panoramic lookout, which features artistAnne-Maree Pelusey’s mural of almost 300fish.

Inside the museum, architect RichardLlorens has designed two levels, with theground floor dedicated to local history andthe upper level featuring “rooms” that offer asocial account of the past.

Large black-and-white photographs andartefacts, such as the wrecked brig Centaur’s

cargo and Nookenburra Plinth from the oldNookenburra Hotel, are showcased in dis-plays of various themes, including indigenous,pioneering families, planning and construc-tion, and surf life saving.

The City of Stirling has operated themuseum since 2006 and museum curatorTracy Willet told Residential that she lovednothing more than to share stories with visi-tors.

“You still need your history books withdates and places, but it’s the storiesthat bring past events to life,”she said.

“When schoolgroups visit, I tell thechildren local storiesto give them an ideaof what life was likefor early familiesliving in the area.

“Kids love look-ing at things of oldand the older genera-tion also loves visiting,each having a differentexperience.

“I’ve seen people get really emotionalbecause the museum brings back so manymemories for them.”

Mrs Willet said the school days exhibit,complete with 1950s school case, old abacusand hand puppets made by North Beach Pri-mary School students in the ’60s, was afavourite of younger visitors.

She said senior citizens favoured the newwar-time display, which included a 10th LightHorse Regiment slouch hat, mess pan, ration

vouchers and badges.“This sweetheart badge was worn in hon-

our of a loved one who was away at war,”Mrs Willett explained.

She said her favourite artefacts included asmall 1920s milking stool and the 1912 auto-graph albums of local residents Myrtle New-land and May Bellairs.

The museum’s oldest item is a book thatpioneer Edward Hamersley signed and datedin 1858.

Mrs Willet said she was always keen tocopy residents’ old photographs for

the museum’s collection and addtheir family information to the

historical records. Donationsof memorabilia were alsowelcome.

She said she encour-aged people to write theirstories.

“It doesn’t have to bewell written or grammati-

cally perfect as the emphasisis on the stories and it’s a great

legacy to leave our families andcommunity,” Mrs Willet said.

“Everyone has a story and it makes usproud to know our family’s background.

“The same is true of our communities andwe take pride in our community when weknow the challenges they faced and how lifehas changed over the decades.”

The Mt Flora Regional Museum is openfrom 1.30pm to 4.30pm on Sundays and byappointment for community groups.

For more information, call 9345 8555. ■

Mt Flora Regional Museum a must for City of Stirling residents, writes KEREN BELLOS

Fascinating glimpses into our past

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14 NEWS

Building upwards being shunned

WHEN it comes to increasing urbandensities,West Australians seem to havea fear of heights exceeded only by Tas-manians, according to recently releasedfigures from the Australian Bureau ofStatistics (ABS).

Just 14 per cent ofWestern Australia’sbuilding approvals inthe past year havebeen for dwellingunits over fourstoreys high.

This compareswith 65 per cent inthe ACT and 61 percent in Victoria.

The figures showthat in May just 20per cent of buildingapprovals were fornon-house dwellings such as apartmentsand townhouses, a figure that’s consis-tent with Perth’s annual figure of 18 percent.

By comparison, 84 per cent of build-ing approvals in Canberra in May werefor non-house dwellings, while 52 percent of Brisbane’s approvals were for

non-house dwellings. “Perth’s percent-age is easily the lowest of Australia’s cap-ital cities,” Urban Development Instituteof Australia (UDIA) CEO Debra Goost-rey said.

“At 18 per cent, it’s well below thenext lowest, which isshared betweenHobart and Adelaide,where non-houseapprovals are 31 percent,” she said.

The ABS figures alsoreveal that Perth hasthe lowest percentageof non-house dwellingapprovals of Australia’scities, showing thatPerth has a long way togo to meet the StateGovernment’s ambi-

tions to increase density.“The Government needs to create

enough opportunities for medium andhigher density developments across themetropolitan area to ensure sustainabil-ity and to meet the changing needs ofour growing population,” Ms Goostreysaid. ■

Is a fear of heights holding back WA’S urban development? asks SCOTT WOODSIDE

Refunds, if you know how

THOUSANDS of WA prop-erty investors will receive largetax refunds during the comingfinancial year because of obtain-ing a tax depreciation report fortheir properties.

“Despite this, there is still alarge number of investmentproperty owners in WA who donot understand that they cansignificantly boost their cashflow by claiming tax deductionsfor a large number of itemsthrough depreciation benefits,”managing director of tax depre-ciation specialists DEPPRO PaulBennion said.

“In particular, propertyinvestors fail to understandthat the tax benefits fromdepreciation can be just asimportant as rental income andthat tax benefits obtainedthrough depreciation can beequivalent to 60 per cent of thetotal purchase price of the

property. For example, taxationruling TR2006/15,gardengnomes are depreciable asplants over their economiclife.”

Mr Bennion said that for anaverage residential investmentproperty in Western Australia,this can equate to over$100,000 in possible tax bene-fits through depreciation.

“A large proportion of thesetax benefits are never claimedwhich means that each yearhundreds of millions of dollarsin tax benefits are lost everyyear by investors not claiming

their legitimateentitle-

ments,” he said. “As part of itsservice to owners of rentalproperties, DEPPRO searchesfor a large number of items thatcould be claimed in a deprecia-tion schedule.

“Depreciation is a complexarea of taxation that requires aprofessional company to under-take a depreciation schedulebecause of constant changes inrules.”

The ATO is now taking amore aggressive approach totax deductions made by resi-dential investors and has asked alarge number to provide moredetails about their claims relat-ing to property investments.

“Property investors shouldcheck that the company under-taking their tax depreciationschedule is a member of the TheAustralian Institute of QuantitySurveyors (AIQS),” Mr Ben-

nion added.“Employing a company who

is a member of AIQS such asDEPPRO gives protection toconsumers that their tax depre-ciation schedule complies and iscompleted in a professionalmanner.” ■

Property investorscan maximise their tax benefits, advisesSCOTT WOODSIDE

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MORE than 120,000 Western Australians siton Gascoigne leather furniture every day.

It’s an impressive figure for the familyowned and operated company, which hasproduced luxurious sofas for the past 33years.

Each of its four Perth showrooms is a stun-ning showcase of period and contemporaryfurniture that has been meticulously hand-crafted in the finest materials.

Gascoigne’s talented craftsmen also cus-tom build sofas according to requirements,spoiling customers with a large choice ofstyles, sizes, leathers and colours.

Jennifer Gascoigne,who heads retails sales,is one of the family members who havehelped make the business a success.

She said the company prided itself onoffering something for everyone.

“Our leather furniture is soft, comfortableand luxurious, and we have a sofa to suiteverybody and every budget,” she told Resi-dential.

“The sofas are made using top-of-the-range materials, such as hardwood frames,double sprung seats and 100 per cent leather.

“Gascoigne believes that by incorporatingquality and durability in each sofa, our cus-tomers will have a great product that with-stands the rigours of family life.”

Jennifer’s father Kim started operations asa manufacturer, supplying furniture to retail-ers in Australia, the United Kingdom, Dubai,Singapore and France.

Ten years ago, the family made the decisionto open retail stores and deal directly withthe public.

“We wanted to showcase the large range

of furniture that we had perfected over theyears while offering it at manufacturer-directprices,” Jennifer explained.

“Our prices are 30-50 per cent cheaperthan other designer outlets.”

Jennifer said Gascoigne’s designers strivedto deliver the latest furniture looks and con-stantly updated the company’s collections,introducing styles that weren’t available else-where.

Featuring scroll arms and intricate button-ing and pleating, the Chesterfield range show-cases the skills of Gascoigne’s craftsmen.

For people whose decor demands some-thing more modern, there is the contempo-rary collection which includes modular suitesthat wrap around living spaces and theatreroom units.

Customers can also choose from reclinersthat not only rock, swivel and recline but lookstylish.

Jennifer said although Gascoigne offered are-covering service, many people chose toupgrade to the latest design instead.

She said leather furniture was easy to carefor.

“We recommend that you use a cleanerand conditioner every six months to a year togive the sofa a good clean and put back mois-ture that is lost through heating and air-con-ditioning,” Jennifer said.

Gascoigne offers a free five-year structuralguarantee on its furniture.

The company’s showrooms are located atOsborne Park, Joondalup, Cannington andMyaree.

For more information, phone 9444 7774or visit www.gascoigne.com.au ■

Quality, affordability are Gascoigne’s secret. By KEREN BELLOS

LUXURY LIVING 15

Seat of family’s success

Gascoigne’s can deliverany style from the tradi-tional (main pic) to themodern (above).