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A DRAMATIC overhaul of the Brunswick St Mall and Chinatown areas is expected to begin early next year with more than $14 million being poured into the area in renovation works and revitalisation projects from a range of sources over the next two years.

Fortitude Valley Chamber of Commerce president Robin Maini said as renovations go, this renovation was going to be bigger than Ben Hur.

“The Brisbane City Council has put $4.5 million into the development of the Brunswick St Mall and because that money has been put in and committed to - and the concept plan is on display in Vicki Howard’s office by the way - we’ve already got property owners from all over Brunswick St Mall and Chinatown committing money to refit the buildings and make it look better,” he said.

“And it will attract better tenants and when you hear who those tenants will be you’ll be quite amazed. Brunswick St Mall has been neglected for awhile,” he said. “That’s why this $4.5 million renovation is already attracting attention,” he said.

“What the mall looks like today compared with what it will be 18 months from now. We’re getting geared up to unveil a beautiful Brunswick St Mall in time for the G20 in November next year.”

Mr Maini said the exact details of the renovations and revitalisation works were under wraps but a timeline was going to be decided by the Economic Development Board at the next meeting, scheduled for the day after Village News goes to press.

In addition to the renovation, the Chamber of Commerce had established a marketing committee whose job it was to find ways to stimulate the day economy.

“It’s always going to be called Chinatown, but what we’re trying to do is guide it to become an Asian attraction, so bringing in Korean, Vietnamese and Indian markets, and doing festivals for them so that people can say it’s a place for everyone,” he said.

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ROME and Juliet is an enduring tragic love story that never gets old, no matter how many times it’s told. Now, it’s Nash Theatre’s turn to embrace one of Shakespeare’s most popular plays. Directed by Brenda White and Ralph Porter, this production features Samantha Colwell as Juliet, Andrew Whitmore as Romeo. Leave your cynicism at home and let your romantic side tearfully rediscover this sad story. If you are seeing it for the first time we envy you – savour the moment! Where: Merthyr Road Uniting Church, 52 Merthyr Road, New Farm, Saturday August 31, 7.30pm. Adults: $20. Bookings phone 3379 4775 or email [email protected]

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BRISBANE City Council’s beleaguered CityCycle scheme has come under fire from Opposition Leader Milton Dick, who called the scheme a “dud” and said the Lord Mayor was refusing to talk about the details.

Cr Dick said during a Budget Information Session in June, it was revealed that Council would spend an extra $2.9 million on CityCycle this year taking the total to $14 million.

“I’m disappointed that since then the Lord Mayor has ducked, dodged and weaved the simple question of how much this program is costing.

“When the LNP first introduced the CityCycle scheme, they said ratepayers will only pay $1.5 million to set up the scheme, with potential revenue flowing back to Council of $9 million over 20 years.

“Since the 2009/10 Budget, the council has poured $13.97 million into the CityCycle scheme with $2.9 million spent this financial year.

“What’s worse is that even after spending almost $14 million propping up this failed bike hire scheme, the revenue from CityCycle has steadily declined by $500,000 since last year.

“This decline indicates that there has been a 33.6% drop in CityCycle patronage in one year.”

However, a council spokesperson said the number of trips being taken through the CityCycle scheme proved it was

growing in popularity. Council provided details of trips: In

year 1 of the scheme 82,691 total trips; in year 2 a total of 194,935 total trips; in year 3 total trips 215,517 (projection based on average monthly usage to date).

“The annual scheme cost to ratepayers is $973,000,” the spokesperson said.

Councillor Vicki Howard (Central Ward) said the popularity of Brisbane City Council’s CityCycle continued to grow, with significant increases in trips for both long and short term subscribers.

“Council implemented changes to the scheme to make it easier for residents and visitors to take advantage of getting around by bike, including reducing the daily subscription rate to $2 and introducing $11 weekly and student subscriptions, go card association and courtesy helmets,” Cr Howard said.

Bicycle Queensland CEO Ben Wilson said the scheme would eventually become profitable.

“Usage growth has been steady at around 10%, which means more seats on buses and few cars on the road – that’s good for reducing congestion.

“We like to see more done to make CityCycle easier for people to use, such as extending its hours from 10pm to midnight, and easier go-card daily usage,” he said.

“It will eventually make a profit for council, but it will take time.”

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IF ever there was an opportunity to relive the essence, colour and spirit of the Spring Hill community, then a special group of locals have seized it. The Parents and Friends of Brisbane Central State School are making sure the soul of their suburb lives on by hosting a new and revitalised Spring Hill Fair on Saturday September 14.

The original Spring Hill Fair was last held in 1995, a tradition spanning more than 20 years. The Fair was the legacy of a passionate local identity, entrepreneur and philanthropist, Cecilia McNally. It first began as a local street event, held in and around the central neighbourhood, involving local businesspeople, residents and friends for the sole purpose of fusing the local community and generating goodwill.

Brisbane Central State School vice-president and Fair co-ordinator, Miranda Crisci, is one of a very passionate team who are excited to announce the rebirth of the Fair and are determined to recreate the

sense of community once felt in Spring Hill.

“As Brisbane Central State School is one of Spring Hill’s oldest institutions (established 1860) we felt it was up to us to take the torch and revive this historical community celebration and ensure it continues well into the future,” Miranda said.

“As someone who has grown up in this part of Brisbane, I really

want to see Spring Hill’s history and the essence of the people here captured and revived to give people back the feeling that they are part of a village where everyone can

belong.”The Fair will be a mixture of bright

and colourful components, with a fancy dress theme and an exciting lineup of food and entertainment. International foods including Indian curries, Onion Pakora, Popcorn Chicken, Thai Spring Rolls will be on offer as will the best coffee and gelato in the area. A special licensed bar will provide welcome relief when the marketplace gets too hot. Fair-goers can expect performances by

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the Kelvin Grove State High School Orchestra, the Institute of Jazz Music and local band ‘The Missing’ who recently topped the Triple JJJ Unearthed charts at number 1.

“We want to draw attention to the vibrant community that Spring Hill is and encourage people to get to know

their neighbours and work together to build on the wonderful suburb we have,” Miranda said.Spring Hill Fair: Saturday, September, 14, 10am to 3pm at Brisbane Central State School. For more information visit: www.springhillfair.com.au

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AS the summer months approach families will be able to take full advantage of the new barbecues and seating at New Farm Park, thanks to the Brisbane City Council spending almost $500,000 on upgrading park.

Councillor Vicki Howard (Central Ward) said the $435,800 New Farm Park upgrade was completed last month, as part of the Lord Mayor’s vision to provide the city with attractive parks and recreational facilities.

“The much-loved New Farm Park was due for some improvements to keep up with the demands of the growing community,” Cr Howard said.

“The park now boasts new barbecues, seating and picnic tables along the riverfront, and I encourage residents to use the park to its full potential now this upgrade is complete.”This financial year Council has allocated $44.5 million to maintain and upgrade existing parks as well as create new ones.

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THE National Breast Cancer Foundation will host a fundraising lunch, Meal2heal, at Customs House next month to help support research into finding a cure for breast cancer.

The lunch will be hosted by Brooke Lowther from Australia’s Greatest Athlete and the lunch will include guest speakers who are all successful business executives whose lives have been touched by breast cancer.

Speakers include: Lady Jane Edwards, Brian Brady, Mark Wood, Jackie Cross, and Paula Kuhnemann.

Guests at the lunch can buy raffle tickets to go in the draw to win a beautiful piece of diamond jewellery, valued at $5000 donated by Wallace Bishop.

Tickets for this fabulous event are only $99 per person or you can invite all your friends and purchase a table of 10 for only $950. Included in your ticket price is a delicious 2 course meal including drinks and some fantastic entertainment to top off your day.

Tickets can be purchased online at http://nbcfbneluncheon2013.eventbrite.com/ and as an added bonus book by 31 August and go into the draw to win a $200 dinner voucher to Gusto da Gianni, Portside!

All funds raised on the day will help the National Breast Cancer Foundation to achieve their aspirational goal of zero deaths from breast cancer by 2030.

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TAMBORINE Mountain yoga teacher Laurene Hassard recently made a sentimental journey back to Wynberg, the traditional Brunswick Street

residence of Brisbane’s Catholic Archbishops. Laurene had last been there when christened as an infant by Archbishop James Duhig (1873-1965).

The rare privilege of a Wynberg christening was probably accorded because in September 1935, Archbishop Duhig had been the first passenger of Laurene’s mother, 21-year-old Miss Ivy Pearce, who was one of Queensland’s first female aviators.

The previous year, Miss Pearce was runner-up in The Courier-Mail Flying Scholarship. By 1936, she was competing in the Centenary Air Race from Brisbane to Adelaide, flying an Airlines of Australia twin-engined Monospar. Her navigator was Jason Hassard, a pilot with 3,700 hours’

experience and the man she was destined to marry.

“My mother possibly came to the attention of Archbishop Duhig when she was leader of the All Hallows Convent Orchestra,” said Laurene. “I have a photo of her at a Wynberg garden party in March 1935. It shows her standing beside Archbishop Duhig, and being congratulated by the Governor and Lady Wilson, with Premier Forgan-Smith looking on.”

“The Archbishop’s faith in my mother’s flying skill was clearly well justified,” said Laurene. “In the 1936 air race, she made national headlines as the first woman to cross

the finishing line, a minute behind the winner. She even beat Reg Ansett, founder of Ansett Airlines.”

Laurene’s tour of the historic New Farm home, the earlier parts of which

date from the 1880s, was conducted by Wynberg’s House Manager, Leanne Adams.

“The christening probably took place in the front room which now serves as Archbishop Mark Coleridge’s study,” said Leanne. “In earlier times, it was Wynberg’s chapel.”

The tour also included the Gold Room, built by an earlier owner, the prosperous railway engineer George Charles Willcocks, as a ballroom for his daughters.

Laurene was accompanied on the visit by her husband John Breckon-Thomas, both from St. John the Baptist parish on Tamborine Mountain.

“It’s been a fabulous experience to imagine that my mother was a guest here all those years ago, and to revisit my past like this,” said Laurene. “I still have the christening gift given to my parents by Archbishop Duhig.”

Daughter of famous aviatrix revisits Wynberg

Laurene Hassard always harboured a desire to visit Wynberg, where her parents brought her for christening.

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LEFT: Archbishop James Duhig congratulating Miss Ivy Pearce after the flight at Archerfield on 4th September

1935. Ivy later married experienced pilot Jason Hassard.

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IF you would like to know more about the history of one of New Farm’s oldest remaining residences, be sure to attend the September meeting of the New Farm and Districts Historical Society.

Entitled “New Farm’s Wynberg – a notable house”, the talk will be presented by Fr Denis Martin who is the Brisbane Archdiocesan Archivist and author of several books.

As Father Martin will explain, this handsome residence, situated on one of Brunswick Street’s more commanding sites, embodies the work of two notable occupiers, engineer George Willcocks and Archbishop James Duhig, who were both builders in their own way.All are welcome at the meeting which will take place at the Merthyr Road Uniting Church Centre on Saturday, 28 September, 2-4pm. For more information, please contact Ross Garnett on 0409 498 402.

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Wynberg’s Two BuildersWITH more than 47% of eligible voters aged older than 50, National Seniors has been very active in the federal election campaign. National Seniors has identified four key priorities in this election:1. A STRONG ECONOMY

Australians expect an economy built on sound policy, providing economic certainty, adequate investment returns, employment opportunities for all and a fair environment for business of all sizes. 2. SUSTAINABLE COST OF LIVING Cost of living pressures are impacting all Australians. Those on low incomes and the aged, whether they are pensioners or lower income self-funded retirees have limited flexibility to respond. 3. IMPROVED HEALTH CARE Whilst our health system is globally competitive, it is concerning that there are gaps in care, inequitable access, long elective surgery waiting periods and high consumer contributions. 4. A NATION FOR ALL AGES Recognition of the significant contribution that older Australians have made and continue to make is integral in overcoming stereotyping. In language and

action, leadership must acknowledge the positive economic and social contributions and opportunities to break down the barriers.

Our campaign was launched in Oxley on August 15, with follow-up forums around the country including the Queensland seats of Longman, Lilley and Rankin. At our AGM on Wednesday September 4, Irene Ryan was re-elected president with most of the committee volunteering to continue to build on their successful efforts of the past few years to see the branch grow.

Our efforts to engage with the New Farm community were boosted by a most enjoyable Seniors Week barbecue at the Neighbourhood Centre on August 20. We hope to build on that involvement when Ambassador for Ageing Noeline Brown attends our monthly general meeting on Wednesday October 2 at the Merthyr Uniting Church at 10am. The meeting is open to anyone interested in Positive Ageing and tickets are $5.

Other events in September include our monthly dinner at 6pm at the Casa Italia in Gray Street, where we welcome anyone interested in our organisation. We have an outing planned to Noela’s Garden at Donnybrook on September 25.

For further information on any of our activities, or to RSVP for Noeline Brown, please call Tony Townsend on 33152523 or go to our website www.nsanewfarmbranch.com.

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Marie Morgan of New Farm is one of the thousands of Queenslanders who will be doorknocking in September for the appeal.

As a nurse at the Mater Private Hospital Marie has seen first-hand the devastation heart disease can cause.

“I’m grateful for my good health and I see the walk up my street to doorknock my neighbours for a donation as a small contribution I can make towards fighting heart disease,” Ms Morgan said.

“Who knows, these donations might be going towards heart research that might help me or my neighbours one day?”

“I would encourage all people who get a knock on their door in September for the Heart Foundation Big Heart Appeal to make a donation - every little bit helps,” she said.

Heart Foundation Queensland CEO Stephen Vines said that every donation to the Heart Foundation Big Heart Appeal would help in the fight against heart disease.

“Most people don’t realise it, but heart disease is the number-one cause of death in Australia, killing one person every 24 minutes.

“With the help of people like Marie doorknocking their neighbours, workplace fundraising and through individual giving, we hope to raise valuable funds to continue world-class research into heart disease.

“This appeal is the largest community-led fundraising program for the Heart Foundation, so we’re asking all Queenslanders to get behind the campaign and give whatever they can.

“As a charity, the majority of our funding comes from everyday Australians whose generous gifts are critical to helping us continue our lifesaving work.”

All donations $2 and over are tax-deductible and a receipt will be provided.

Your big heart really can help others. Make a difference in the fight against heart disease by giving generously to our doorknock volunteers or donating online at www.heartfoundation.org.au/bigheart.

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HOLY Spirit School New Farm will give federal election voters something else to think about as they line up to cast their vote with the delicious smell of the sausages sizzling on the hot plate at the September 7 Election Day barbecue fundraiser.

And if the tempting aroma of premium sausages sizzling away wasn’t enough, the school will also be selling Campos Coffee and there will be a cake and slice stall to tempt the tastebuds.

Snags will be donated by Rayners Meats New Farm.

The polling booth opens early and everyone is encouraged to attend to cast their vote and help the school raise funds.

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BACK Marie-Louise Theile, Hon Teresa Gambaro & Principal Carmel McGrath FRONT Phoebe Birskys & Alexandra McInally

Literacy awards launched in New farmTHE progress of two young martial artists will receive a kick along when they travel to the home of karate, Japan, to compete in their style’s world championships in September.

The two karate-ka, Makadie Drummon, 10, and Samantha Snape, 12, train at the Okukan Karate School at New Farm, which represents the Shito-ryu style in Queensland and they will be among 1000 enthusiasts from around the world to contest the tournament.

School spokeswoman Meg Oakley said the duo would test their skills in technique routines (kata) and sparring (kumite) at the event, which is only staged every three years.

“Competing in this tournament is an incredible opportunity for our students while also giving the state of Queensland representation in Japan,” Ms Oakley said.

Okukan school founder Sensei Sandra Contrera will also make the journey to officiate. Sensei Sandra was a member of the Venezuelan National Team for three years in a row, and was named National Athlete of the Year in 1992 by the Venezuelan Sports Institute.

The local business community has been keen to help chop away at the expense of sending the two students to Japan, which has allowed one of their mothers, Nicky Snape, to put together some hampers to raffle.

Also, Di Bella Coffee at Bowen Hills had stepped up to cover the cost of accommodation in Tokyo, Ms Oakley said.

Tickets for the hampers would be sold at markets around Brisbane, including the Jan Powers Farmers Markets at the Brisbane Powerhouse, South Bank Markets, Eagle Farm Markets, and Rocklea Markets, and the prizes drawn 10am at Brisbane Powerhouse on September 7.Businesses donating products included Mizu Japanese Eats in Teneriffe, Brisbane Powerhouse Arts, Freedom Furniture, Merthyr Shopping Village and Discount Drug Stores Fortitude Valley.

Okukan Karate School runs classes at the Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm, and The Judith Wright Centre of Contemporary Arts in Fortitude Valley.

Samantha Snape & Makadie Drummond

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LNP candidate for Brisbane Teresa Gambaro launched the 2013 Teresa Gambaro Literacy Awards at New Farm State School.

The Literacy Awards are an essay competition open for all primary and secondary school students within the federal electorate of Brisbane.

Ms Gambaro said the awards were now in their second year and were designed to encourage students to display their ideas and express themselves creatively, as well as generate an awareness of their place in Australian society.

“The entries will be assessed on the children’s ability to research and articulate their views and feelings,” Ms Gambaro said.Judges for the competition include:

•news presenter Marie-Louise Theile•Walkley Award winner and former deputy editor of The Australian Tony Koch•Quest newspaper reporter Shannon Sagaidak •former Brisbane Writers Festival CEO Jane O’Hara

This year’s essay topic will be “Why is Australia a great country?”.

Winners will receive a Kindle, a $100 book voucher, their name on the perpetual Teresa Gambaro Literacy Award trophy and a certificate. Runners up will receive a $60 book voucher and a certificate. The winning schools will receive a $500 education voucher.

“This is a wonderful initiative and I would like to invite all students, of all ages to participate,” said Ms Gambaro.

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76 Commercial RoadI was disappointed to read in the August edition of Village News a number of ill-informed comments about the approved development for 76 Commercial Road, Newstead. Equally disappointing was the failure of Village News to seek comments from me as the local councillor from the council itself. Your readers may be interested in some facts.

1. The Poinciana tree was a large and beautiful tree. Unfortunately like several thousand trees across Brisbane it didn’t survive the summer storm season. Your article states the council did not try to negotiate a replacement. The truth is that the development has been conditioned to plant nine large trees on the Helen Street, Wyandra Street and Commercial Road frontages of the development. A better streetscape improvement than requiring a fallen tree to be replaced in the place where it fell and better than the proposal to take out kerbside car parking spaces to plant a tree on the road.

2. The claim that the development exceeds the provisions of the council’s City Plan. The development is on a very large parcel of land, provides setbacks and basement parking. The building heights of 11 storeys (eastern frontage) down to three storeys for the retained (western frontage) building complies with the varying maximum heights identified

in the Neighbourhood Plan that allows for 15 storeys in the Commercial Road precinct and a maximum of eight storeys in the sub precinct A (Heritage Precinct). It is consistent with the development principles in the Newstead and Teneriffe Waterfront Neighbourhood Plan. Yours sincerely, David McLachlan

Dog not welcome at GasworksI am writing with my concern that the new Gasworks Plaza has an anti-dog policy. After shopping at Woolworths I was greeted by the Centre Manager and a Security Officer to be told politely my dogs were not allowed in the centre of Gasworks. I was hoping to walk there on a daily basis with my dogs to purchase items such as newspapers, groceries and coffee. Roger Smith, New Farm

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THE Mercedes-Benz Fashion Festival has strutted onto the catwalk at the historic, newly renovated Brisbane City Hall.

The festival showcases the very best of Queensland’s home-grown designers, emerging talent, local fashion retailers, along with a selection of Australia’s biggest designer’s names.

From the moment I was ushered through the heavy wooden doors into the grand foyer of City Hall, I felt as though I’d landed in a Jane Austin novel. The buzz of fashionistas chatting and cameras snapping, along with the muted soundtrack drifting through the room, brought me back to present, fashionable day.

Despite the aura of nostalgia saturating the room the fashion show was anticipated to be fresh, modern and inspiring.

As we all took our assigned seats and the lights were dimmed, and I was overwhelmed with a feeling best described as “waking up on Christmas morning as a five-year-old child”. The the runway lit up and the music began - cue the models!

The first impression was a welcome change from waif-like stick figures we can sometimes see in fashion shows. I was pleasantly surprised

with the healthy, athletic physiques that sashayed down the runway. A variety of girls and guys were donned in cutting edge spring/summer collections designed by local fashion

industry leaders.Spring/summer collection guide We will see a mixture of structured and feminine pieces with tailored jackets, teamed with soft floaty dresses. Classic black and white

seen again this coming season with a cool breeze of Persian chic and pops of bright colour set the tone for bold print.

Sass & Bide kept the pallet clean

and concise with simple lines and a stylish black and white theme with the odd glitz embellishment here and there, while Leona Edmistone, with her signature bright colour and bold patterns leaned towards an Aztec

design.Outside of the more well-known

big Australian labels, Brisbane has an outstanding selection of emerging designers who showcased their collections on Day 2 of the festival and the absolute standout for me was the show-stopping designs from Begitta, with her collection Golden Empire.

Begitta has become well-known for attention to detail through intricate hand-work and keeping true to her design aesthetic brought from previous whimsical collection - Ethereal Dreams. Begitta unveiled a darker colour palate with bold textures and embellishments that sent the photographers into a snapshot frenzy and the rows of critics into a momentary meltdown as camera phones were raised and applause was aplenty.

Begitta has been working on this collection for three to four years and drew inspiration from her love of peacocks and also from the movie The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus. Golden Empire is a collection that moves towards a more royal and regal style with the added glitz and glam of jewelled tones and the free spirited feeling of a gypsy style. For more on Begitta and her collections visit her website: www.begitta.com.

Begitta Stolk and Lisa Rutter; a Begitta original; Leona Edmistone.

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THERE is a living treasure in our midst and this accolade refers not to a sporting legend, nor a famous movie or television actor.

In the days before 1958 when the wireless ruled the airwaves unchallenged, a musical talent quest ran on 4BK each week. Just like today, when reality shows The Voice and Australian Idol wow audiences with child prodigies, so did Australian Amateur Hour uncover a 10 year-old with a blossoming soprano voice that stunned the nation with a winning rendition of the Act Three waltz song classic from the comic opera Tom Jones by Edward German.

The young girl, Margaret Baker, of Brisbane, was destined to become an internationally acclaimed soprano, starring in many great operas in famous theatres such as La Scala, in Milan and in the opera houses of Rome, Vienna and Moscow. She returned, triumphant, to the Victoria State Opera, Melbourne, briefly before heading off again to her home in Italy.

That first big win, in the Amateur Hour, amazed listeners because of Margaret’s incredible ability to reach the highest vocal operatic range. Margaret recalls, “Yes, but I loved singing the high notes”.

Margaret attended All Hallows and after matriculation worked at the Taxation Office in sales tax.

“I had to support myself in my singing career, because my family couldn’t,” she said, “I sang as a soloist with ABC orchestras, won several singing competitions, represented Queensland in national vocal competitions, the Melba Quest, Mobil Quest, ABC Concerto and Vocal.

“If one sang a wrong note or cracked on a high note on those live-to-air

wireless broadcasts, all of Australia heard it. I made my operatic debut at 20 in the role of Violetta in La Traviata for the then Queensland National Opera.

“After I worked for five years, I had saved £1000, enough for me to travel to Italy to study. One had to travel to Europe in those days to get the best tuition.

“It wasn’t easy, and the money didn’t last as well as I had hoped, but I started getting engagements, and I won scholarships to the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, and the Accademia Chigiana, Siena,” she said. “Then I continued my studies in Germany, eventually settling in Rome.

“My European debut was as Susanna in Le Nozze di Figaro in Rome, followed by leading roles at La Scala, Milan, on to Vienna, numerous opera houses, festivals and concert tours through Europe, Asia and the Middle East.

“However, it was in Rome where I met the man I was to marry. His name was Vittorio Genovesi, an engineer, and some of us were invited to a party hosted by him. I am not kidding –

Vittorio opened the door, we looked at each other and that was it! We married a few months later.”

As Margaret Baker-Genovesi, the renowned opera star, enjoyed great international success, from Paris to Zurich, Lausanne to Vienna she performed under conductors from Sir Charles Mackerras to Gianandrea Gavazzeni, Peter Maag to Wolfgang Sawallisch. She recorded for major radio and TV networks in Europe and Australia and has sung for Europe’s

leading record companies, her name present on many labels.

Being an Australian based in Italy, she represented Australia in 1987 at the First China Arts Festival in Beijing. “That was a great honour,” said Margaret with obvious pride, “and at a

landmark time when China was opening its doors to experienced international artists to give guidance to their young aspirants.”

“Vittorio was very supportive of my many tours away from Rome,” she said. “He was a beautiful person who loved music and what I did. I tried never to be away too long. He came with me to Australia several times and loved our country. He made many good friends on our trips here.

Tragically, Vittorio departed this life in 1997. “We had thought that we would retire here in Brisbane together,” Margaret mused, smiling wistfully. “We had been married for 27 wonderful years.”

Since Margaret retired from singing, she has been a regular member

of the Juries of some of Europe’s most prestigious singing competitions including Munich, Salzburg, Cologne; she has taught and lectured at tertiary

institutions in Italy, Germany, China and Australia. Her private students are today starring in principal roles in the leading opera houses of Europe, America, Japan and Australia.

Since returning to Brisbane to live in 2007 Margaret has established a private teaching practice and has collaborated with the Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University and UQ, and has co-adjudicated, amongst others, the Mietta Song Recital Award, the Acclaim Awards Puccini Competition, the McDonalds Operatic Aria and the Opera Foundation Australia’s Awards and Scholarships.

Margaret loves living in New Farm, and had her eye on her apartment building when she viewed it from the river years before, awaiting a For Sale advice. She is delighted with the Brisbane cultural scene.

“It is rich and varied and of international quality,” she enthuses. “I also subscribe to the Queensland Ballet, the Queensland Theatre Company and the Queensland Symphony Orchestra. I saw Cinderella by Opera Queensland and that production could have been on any stage in Europe.

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Margaret Baker-Genovesi of Brisbane

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Margaret loves living in New Farm, and had her eye on her apartment

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Margaret Baker In Vienna – The Return of Ulysses 1971..

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EVERY successful business owner I know finds ways to multiply the value of their time. For every hour they spend working on their business, they

earn more than what they’d charge individually for that hour. Likewise, whatever you charge for an hour for your time, you should find ways of investing each hour to earn double, triple or even 10 times your “going rate”. That’s how successful business owners convert each hour of their time into the earnings of several hours of their time. And it’s also the secret to building a scalable, sustainable business.

If you’re not earning the income you’d like, ask “Am I working every day like someone who makes $X a year - or $Y every “money hour”* of the day?” To answer that question, you have to clearly understand three things. First, you have to know what your $X figure is. Second, you have to know what key actions to focus on to get you there. And finally, you have to know how you’re going to stay accountable to executing consistently

until you’ve achieved your goal. To give you an idea of what it takes

to generate business revenues equal to various annual salaries, look at the hourly rates individuals would need to achieve to make:$100,000/year = $80/money hour$150,000/year = $120/money hour$200,000/year = $160/money hour$250,000/year = $200/money hour

Grasping this concept is just the beginning. To start seriously converting your time into serious money, try this:

First, get rid of all your “$10/hour” tasks – things you should stop doing, either personally or altogether. Then, if you’re doing “$80/money hour” work all year (earning about $100,000), figure out how to multiply at least some of your time. Shifting just half your “$80/money hour” work to “$200/money hour” work makes you an extra $74,000. Multiplying your earnings for half your time increases your income by 75%! Making these kinds of shifts is simple, but not easy. It takes purpose, focus and accountability, but it’s well worth the investment!

*money hours = hours during business days where you can talk with prospects and customers and convert time into money. There are 1,242 money hours in a calendar year. Drop me an email if you want to see my maths!

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SALLY Cooper has 15 years’ experience providing counselling support.

From September, Sally will be available for face to face, telephone or Skype appointments from her new consulting room in Boran Remedial Massage (2/158 Moray St, New Farm). Sally is looking forward to providing counseling support to those working in local businesses as well as individual community members.

“I am passionate about my profession and the opportunities I have to engage with everyday people, who are experiencing periods of challenge. People will often say to me during their first session that they feel ‘stuck or overwhelmed’ with their current circumstances. My role as their counsellor is to support people to develop their own reflective practices and to assist them in making choices to implement sound psychological principles, which enable positive change to occur,” she said.

“Counselling provides the individual with structured time and space, to talk to a qualified and registered professional, who is not emotionally involved in their circumstances and who can objectively assess and support the person’s journey through their specific challenges.”

Counselling support can be for a few short sessions to help get through a sudden life change such as workplace redundancy, or it can extend to a few

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people experiencing anxiety and depression, bereavement, self-esteem issues, or stress through work related or personal.

Sally has consulted across Australia through the provision of structured training programs and facilitated in-house workshops focused in organisational health/change management, assertive communication skill building, core counselling skills for engagement with the general public, trauma recovery and resilience for individuals and teams.

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Erindale Station, Summer of 1910.The boy sat perched high in the branches of the majestic old gum. From there he could see the long

stretch of the creek bed below and the shallow pools of water glittering with reflected light.

Galahs quarrel obstreperously in the tree’s uppermost branches, mischievously dropping leaves and pieces of bark on the boy below. He felt happy to be alone for it wasn’t often he had the chance for solitude. His family had gone to town early that

morning and wasn’t expected back until late afternoon.

It was a luxury to linger in the boughs of the old man gum. A wonderful opportunity to allow thoughts to drift far from the mundane world of clamouring siblings and the inconvenient demands of parents for chores to be done.

The boy’s daydreaming is suddenly interrupted by the sound of a loud splash. His first thought is a falling limb from a gumtree had come to earth in one of the creek’s shallow

pools, a common occurrence and of little consequence. But then he hears a loud groan, almost a sob, echo along the gully.

“Someone was in trouble!” thinks the boy. But as a child of the bush, his natural instinct is one of caution. Better to stay still, remain hidden in the the gum tree’s lush foliage rather than announce his presence and then find himself exposed to possible danger.

He sees a man, kneeling in a pool of water. The man’s shirt is shredded

and hangs in tatters about his heaving chest, probably torn as he fled through the sharp protruding branches of the noxious lantana bush that grew in wild profusion along the creek bank.

Climbing to his feet the man staggers on, towards the tree that hides the alarmed child. The man’s mouth is an open maw as he fights for breath. He struggles up the bank and falls, exhausted, at the base of the big old gum.

The frightened boy waits as still as death but then, after some minutes of quietude from below, curiosity exerts its seductive power. The boy surrenders to the sirens call and slowly eases himself along the limb of the old gum, until he is directly above the supine man.

The man, an arm flung over his eyes appears to be sleeping. He has pulled lantana shrub over his body in an attempt no doubt to camouflage his resting place from anyone who should pass by.

This alerts the boy: the stranger below is a fugitive and possibly a desperate one at that, and therefore, more than likely to be dangerous.

The boy climbs higher into the tree’s canopy and wedges his narrow buttocks firmly into an accommodating fork. With his back pressed firmly against the tree’s trunk he feels relatively safe.

Time passes and the gentle swaying of the tree along with melodic birdsong becomes a beguiling lullaby, causing the boy to drift into sleep.

It was the urgent bark of the dog that startles him to alert wakefulness. Anxiety and fear immediately clutch at his heart. Through the shifting eucalypt leaves he can see a tall man carefully scrutinizing the banks either side of the creek as if searching for something or someone.

A stockman’s hat obscures the newcomers face. He cradles a rifle in the crook of his elbow and at his side, a blue cattle dog strains impatiently against it’s lead..

The boy is certain they’re looking for the man asleep at the bottom of the big gumtree. His suspicions are confirmed when the dog drops it’s nose to the ground, sniffs explosively and then bounds forward barking, dragging the man with him. The dog has found the fugitive’s scent.

Man and dog scramble up the embankment and then are lost from view, obscured by the tree’s lower branches. The boy intuitively feels something bad is about to happen. He hears a voice speak softly, “Here you are!” The voice could belong to either of the men.

Then the shocking sound of a rifle shot reverberates around the creek. Frightened galahs take to the wing,

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screeching in noisy alarm, their vociferous protest drowning the boy’s involuntary cry of fear.

Another shot and then there is silence so profound the boy is sure his pumping heart can be heard by the man far below. Then to his mortifying shame, he feels a spreading warmth radiant from his groin to his upper thighs; so acute is his fear, he has wet himself .

An aeon passes or is it just minutes? The boy can’t tell . Movement across the creek causes the terrified lad to cleave even closer to the tree’s protective trunk. It’s the man returning, he leads a horse and is carrying a shovel.

Silent tears course down the boys face as hears the sound of a shovel slicing through the sandy soil of the creek bank.

Erindale Station. Summer 1975. I stare at my grandfather in appalled silence. The poor man has been burdened all his life by this terrible secret. So many more questions I want to ask .

The old man hits his feet and I stand with him. As we leave the creek and the cooling shadows of the river gums, I venture to ask a question,

“Why the second shot Pop? Surely at such close range he wouldn’t have missed.”

My grandfather looks at me, his coal black eyes seem to glitter. With irritation or sadness? He then says, “It was for the dog. The dog belonged to the dead man. In its eagerness to reunite with his owner, the dog lead the murderer right to where his beloved master lay hiding.”

We were near the homestead now and I needed to ask one more question: “Pop, who was the murdered

man and why was he killed?” The old man slows his pace, “Dunno boy for sure, but I reckon more than likely a cattle thief. In

those times you didn’t bother so much with the law. You took it into yer own hands”.

My grandmother calls from the verandah, “Hurry up you two. Tea’s getting cold and I’ve made your favourite, boiled fruit cake.”

My grandfather puts his arm around my shoulders in a rare display of affection. I can smell his familiar scent, tobacco, pears soap and sweat. “Let it go now boy. You don’t want to be bothering other folk with that old tale.” So with shoulder to shoulder, we ascend the verandah stairs and the welcoming clamour of the family.

Then the shocking sound of a rifle shot reverberates around the creek. Frightened

galahs take to the wing, screeching in noisy alarm, their vociferous protest drowning the

boy’s involuntary cry of fear.

Pet Profile:Katie and Yuki BUBBLY Teneriffe-based Cancer Council Queensland spokeswoman Katie Clift and her equally personable pup Yuki are together changing the age-old adage “dog is man’s best friend”, proving that in fact, dog is woman’s best friend. Katie introduces us to her furry friend and shares some of their favourite memories together.

What made you decide to get a puppy?I had wanted a puppy for a long time, and just after my husband and I bought our first home, we thought there was no better time to introduce a new member to the family! We spent an entire long weekend visiting puppies to find the right one for us, and ended up choosing Yuki from an ad listed online - she is a rescue dog.What breed is Yuki?She is a Chinese Crested Powderpuff! Many people think I am making the breed name up but it's true - google it!What made you choose that breed?They have such a lovely temperament for a little dog, and they shed no hair. Plus, we like the distinct look of the Powderpuff - she is definitely a talking point!How old is Yuki?Yuki will turn 5 in December.What’s her personality?Yuki has the most lovely temperament

- she is quiet and relaxed, but has her crazy, excitable moments - especially when we arrive home from work... she is always so happy and loveable.What do you like to do with her?We love taking Yuki for long walks - when she sees her leash she goes wild running up and down the hallway and jumping in the air! She loves hanging out with us when we have people over- she is the centre of attention at parties-f and enjoys nothing more than cuddling up with us on the couch for a good movie or TV show.Do you have any funny/naughty/cute stories about her that you can share?We took Yuki to visit our in-laws in Maryborough after we had just bought her. To cut a long story short, Yuki escaped and got lost in the cane fields in Maryborough for two weeks! She was finally found and bathed, fed and driven back to Brisbane - but we'll never know about her incredible adventures in the country, dodging mud banks and snakes! It's amazing she took care of herself so well on her outback adventure!

Katie Clift and pup Yuki

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Eves on the River hosts Chamber of Commerce for breakfastWHAT a beautiful way to start the day with an early power breakfast at Eves on the River with members of the Teneriffe Chamber of Commerce.

Murray Sutherland & David McLachlanSimon Byrne & Ryan Turner

Lili Dyer & Maureen Pedder

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1000 Island DressingLOCAL Brisbane girl Ellen Geraghty celebrated with family and friends, on the evening of the 9th of August, having made the transition from long time manager to owner of Thousand Island Dressing New Farm.

Jules Bannerman & Peter HiltonJessica Hallagan & Laura Mullens

Lachlan Geraghty & Mary Cahill

EvesdroppingIN TENERIFFEBy Stephen “Chooky” Holmes*

Trudie is now takenI HAVE some sad news for the bachelors of Teneriffe, our wonderful functions manager, Trudie Stephens, who has been rock solid here for over three years has finally married. The lucky guy is Luke Kirke with the wedding and reception for over 200 guests (yes, a Greek weeding) held at Newstead House. Geraldine from Bouquet Boutique supplied the flowers and Phil Jackson Photography did the photos. Trudie and Luke are taking their honeymoon in Thailand. Newstead House is such a lovely spot especially when friends and family come to visit.

Rotary’s new presidentI have to give a big pat on the back to Darryl Iseppi, Charter President of the Rotary Club of New Farm, and his dedicated charter members for the success of this emerging club. It is great for our peninsula community that we have thriving community service organizations working hard to raise funds and awareness of important social issues. Last month Darryl finally handed over the president’s baton to Howard Hall. The club meets at Eves every Wednesday for breakfast and I know new members are most welcome.

*Stephen Holmes is a Justice of the Peace.

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Teneriffe Festival BallIN this column I am trying to stimulate debate about local Teneriffe issues and I know, from running Eves for over 10 years, that they are passionate about a sense of community. What binds this community together? I have a feeling that holding a ball before next year’s Teneriffe Festival would be a great way for us to bind and bond. If we are going to make this happen then we should start bouncing ideas around now so I am keen to canvass the community’s thoughts on such an event and talking to anyone who would be keen to sit on a sub-committee for the Teneriffe Festival Ball. I look forward to hearing from you.

The 2014 Teneriffe Festival Ball would be a black tie event which could be held at the new Royal International Convention Centre at the Showground in Bowen Hills. This brand new venue is an outstanding facility for the inner north residents. How good could it be with a night of jazz, old time dancing and lots of local networking.

Father’s DayI HAD the pleasure of calling Doug, my 86 year old dad, who is still running the family farm in Numurkah to wish him happy birthday for this week and Fathers Day. I am not sure they build them like they used to as the old man is still running the family farm with over 700 acres of crops and 450 sheep. You can see why I am such a big fan of Gloria

Gloria’s mateWHILE on Gloria, we are on the hunt for her mate ‘Gerard’. At a recent gathering of the Teneriffe Chamber of Commerce Cr David McLachlan invited Teneriffe Festival board member ,Jillian Kingsford Smith, to chair a fundraising committee so as we could commission Gloria’s mate. Watch this space for more news and expect to hear more from Jillian in the coming months.

Florence Street partyTHE plaza area in front of the Florence street shops will hold a street party in the coming months. Organised by the Teneriffe Progress Association the street party will be truly local event and held on a Sunday. Apart from the opportunity for the local residents to come and meet the Florence traders they will also be asked to give their opinion on the future of Florence street and if it should be closed at either end.

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Dominic Baratta, Ryan Hoelzl & Sean Rusell

Cr Vicki Howard, Cr David McLachlan, Suzanne Rose & Anita Jakins

Teneriffe Chamber of Commerce Drinks at Green Beacon Brewery

GREEN Beacon hosted the Chamber of Commerce for drinks and canapés. Guest speakers from Green Beacon addressed Chamber members.

Alfie Intellisano Alan Blair & Paul Knotts

Lisa Morricz & Karen Rolfe Jennifer Lockley & Richard Bodley

Alana Kelly

Dan Flynn

Nudgee Old Boys reunite for breakfast

A REUNION breakfast for the Nudgee Old Boys and associates with guest speakers Dan Flynn (Thank You Water) and Dr Geoff Currett (CSIRO) was held at the Victoria Park Golf Function Centre.

Brad Carswell & John O’NeillDoug Corrigan, Geoff Lynch & Damien Owens

Mark McGuire & Paul Lane


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THE beautiful people gathered at the Marriott Hotel for high tea and a fashion parade from the top retailers of Queens Plaza as part of the week-long fashion festival.

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Rose Febo & Angela Papacostas

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CLEARING RATES IMPROVE FOR HOUSE AUCTIONS IS THIS JUST A SPARK OR A SIGN OF THINGS TO COME?36 37

iconic Landmark residence 302141/32 Refinery Parade, New Farm

Lovely on Llewellyn

New Farm 4/17 Llewellyn StreetWith all the work done, this little beauty on Llewellyn is a catch in itself. The unit offers 2 bedrooms that have been recently carpeted, a large bathroom - newly renovated with floor to ceiling tiling, a cleverly designed internal laundry and a separate toilet. A lock up garage makes this property the total package.

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Auction

Thursday, 19 September 2013, 6pm

Emporium Hotel if not SOLD prior

Nicholas Given 0439 193 920

[email protected]

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07 3358 0622

Contemporary Style Combined With Size & Location

New Farm 5/32 Hazlewood StreetThis exceptional town home is set within a comfortable complex located in the heart of New Farm’s prestigious River Precinct, this opportunity is literally the size of a house but offers pure apartment style living and seamlessly fuses stylish design with everyday livability. Offering exceptional value, you can enjoy the New Farm house lifestyle without the associated price tag!

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Scott Darwon 0401 151 090

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Ivo Kornel 0412 301 439

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The House You Have Been Waiting ForSpring Hill 156 Kennigo Street

This charming cottage offers 3 spacious bedrooms, renovated bathroom & kitchen,

undercover parking & expansive outdoor entertaining area. Located close to fine

dining, retail, recreational & entertainment, as well as top private & public hospitals.

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Sam Mayes 0402 094 553

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A Perfect House AlternativeSpring Hill 2/122 Fortescue Street

Spacious and Modern, this 165sqm Inner City Townhouse boasts 3 spacious

bedrooms, 2 modern bathrooms and a double lock up garage (side by side) all

within walking distance of the CBD.

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Auction

Friday, 6 September 2013, 10am Level 5, Riverside Centre 123 Eagle Street, Brisbane

Sam Mayes 0402 094 553 [email protected]

raywhite.com/1010253 07 3358 0624

AUCTION

AUCTION

The House You Have Been Waiting ForSpring Hill 156 Kennigo Street

This charming cottage offers 3 spacious bedrooms, renovated bathroom & kitchen,

undercover parking & expansive outdoor entertaining area. Located close to fine

dining, retail, recreational & entertainment, as well as top private & public hospitals.

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A Perfect House AlternativeSpring Hill 2/122 Fortescue Street

Spacious and Modern, this 165sqm Inner City Townhouse boasts 3 spacious

bedrooms, 2 modern bathrooms and a double lock up garage (side by side) all

within walking distance of the CBD.

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Friday, 6 September 2013, 10am Level 5, Riverside Centre 123 Eagle Street, Brisbane


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AUCTION

AUCTION

Stunning Fully Renovated 2 Bedroom ApartmentSpring Hill 705/32 Leichhardt Street

Renovated throughout, this fantastic apartment features a contemporary kitchen with

Caesar stone bench tops. The open plan living & dining space flows well out onto the

wrap around balconies which produce great views from the north and over to the CBD.

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Best Layout in the Complex – City ViewsSpring Hill 324/83 Leichhardt Street

This one bedroom apartment on the 3rd level features a spacious open floor plan

& balcony with a spectacular outlook across the CBD. Boasting a modern kitchen

with quality stainless steel appliances, this is one property you don’t want to miss.

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Sale

$318,000


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AUCTION

Iconic Landmark ResidenceNew Farm 2141/32 Refinery Parade

On the most desirable reach of the Brisbane River this northeast facing, freestanding

residence in cosmopolitan New Farm is unique in the true sense of the word.

Encompassing its historic glory. The Refinery, built in 1893 is Brisbane’s most

prestigious, tightly held river front residential precinct.

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Auction

Saturday, 28 September 2013, 12.30pm On site if not SOLD prior

Matt Lancashire 0416 476 480 [email protected]

Nicholas Given 0439 193 920 [email protected]

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Charming Contemporary On ChesterNew Farm 53 Chester Street

This stunning architecturally designed home located on Chester Street exemplifies

modern New Farm living through and through. Tucked away in a quiet enclave, 53

Chester Street literally sits in the middle of Brisbane’s newest hot spots.

Ray White New Farm

Auction

Thursday, 19 September 2013, 6pm Emporium Hotel if not SOLD prior




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962m2 of Riverfront LivingNew Farm 9 Griffith Street

Sometimes words aren’t enough.

Once in a generation, real estate

opportunities present themselves, and

this is one of them.

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Modern MasterpieceNew Farm 75 Langshaw Street

Amongst some of New Farm’s most

iconic homes, this historic residence

has undergone a transformation which

rejoices the grandeur of yesteryear.

Ray White New Farm

Auction

Thurs, 10 October 2013 68/241 Arthur Street, Teneriffe

Dan Smith 0438 120 776 [email protected]

Simon Petrie 0439 668 867 [email protected]

raywhite.com 07 3358 0610

Townhome LivingSpring Hill 61 Torrington Street

This rock-solid abode is a very

spacious & rare offering in a select

position, metres from Grammar schools

& walking distance to the CBD.

Ray White New Farm

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SOLD

SOLDAUCTION

Auction

Thurs, 19 September 2013, 6pm Emporium Hotel if not SOLD prior



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Modern Family HomeNew Farm 4 Dixon Street

Not often does a home encompass this

level of architectural brilliance, family

practicality and fabulous position.

Make no mistake, this house will sell.

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4 2.5 2 Iconic Landmark ResidenceNew Farm 2141/32 Refinery Parade

On the most desirable reach of the Brisbane River this northeast facing, freestanding

residence in cosmopolitan New Farm is unique in the true sense of the word.

Encompassing its historic glory. The Refinery, built in 1893 is Brisbane’s most

prestigious, tightly held river front residential precinct.

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Auction

Saturday, 28 September 2013, 12.30pm On site if not SOLD prior



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Charming Contemporary On ChesterNew Farm 53 Chester Street

This stunning architecturally designed home located on Chester Street exemplifies

modern New Farm living through and through. Tucked away in a quiet enclave, 53

Chester Street literally sits in the middle of Brisbane’s newest hot spots.

Ray White New Farm

Auction

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“ ”Double The Experience

Twice The VALUE

Market leading results are what separate this team from any other, with a commitment to stand out from other agents through pure hard work and demonstrating encyclopedic knowledge of the area, its no wonder owners are more than happy to give Scott

and Ivo the commitment of selling their biggest asset.

Scott [email protected] 0401 151 090

SOLDSOLD SOLD SOLD

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0412 301 439

"More New Farm houses have seen a sold sign through Scott and Ivo in 2013 than any other local agent."

77 Clay Street, New Farm231 Arthur Street, Teneriffe90 Heal Street, New Farm164 James Street, New Farm

Sale

Offers over $825,000



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Serious Style, Serious Value!Teneriffe 117/54 Vernon Terrace

Stylishly renovated & bathed in natural

light, this top floor woolstore spans

173sqm. Quiet position in central

Teneriffe metres from cafes & shops.

Ray White New Farm

Sale

$735,000



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Space & CharacterTeneriffe 309/88 Macquarie Street

Beautiful ‘Dakota’ abode, spacious

135sqm layout with large study/3rd bed

built in. A perfect NE aspect with river

glimpses & cooling summer breezes.

Ray White New Farm

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$695,000



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Far From AverageTeneriffe 111/24 Macquarie Street

Everything about this 143sqm 2 bed +

study Woolstore abode is spacious –

expansive granite kitchen, entertainer’s

balcony & HUGE 2 vehicle carpark.

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Under the Hammer



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Spectacular WoolstoreTeneriffe 39/22 Florence Street

Having overseen a top class

renovation, a transfer to Melbourne

means this outstanding 228sqm

‘Winchombe Carson’ abode must sell!

Ray White New Farm

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JUST LISTED

JUST LISTED SOLD

UNDER THE HAMMER

for 2013

WE WORK HARDER.WE SELL MORE.

$167,000,000in sales, so far

Our clients know who to trust.

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Your Peninsula SpecialistsNew Farm, Newstead, Teneriffe, Spring Hill, Fortitude Valley, Bowen Hills

Track Record

Number of PropertiesSOLD so far in 2013

219 +

Days on Market

On average wesell our properties in days

$ Total volume of propertiesSOLD so far in 2013

Circa $167M

Auction Success Rate

So far this year we have successfully sold 79% of our advertised auctions either before or on the auction date.

79%

What does all this really mean for you?

With Ray White New Farm you can rest easy knowing that our local area experts will get you the best possible result for your property in today’s real estate market. By making an appointment with one of our team, they will demonstrate a proven and deliberate process for price maximisation that you can rely on.

Disclaimer: This information is being provided by Australian Property Monitors, Price Finder and MyDesktop (Ray White New Farm’s CRM System) based on settled sales as of 27 August 2013. It’s accuracy can not be guaranteed. Parties should rely on their own enquiries and Ray White New Farm will not be liable for errors or admissions herein.

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WITH a potential change in government approaching, combined with the typically busy spring selling season, house auction clearance rates in the New Farm area are improving significantly, according to one selling agent.

Ray White New Farm agent Matt Lancashire said clearance rates are reaching significant levels.

“Our clearance rates at the moment, or our average days on market, have come under 30 days for the first time since 2007. Some of our days on market are actually 28 days, which is fantastic,” he said.

Mr Lancashire said there were a few factors contributing to the good news for sellers.

“There’s more confidence in the market at the moment, plus money is cheap,” he said. “Interest rates are at 50-year lows and supply is being outstripped by demand,” he said. “There are only 20 houses for sale in the New Farm area at the moment and there are more buyers out there than we’ve seen for a while.”

“Clearance rates across Queensland were reported at about 60%. Last month were

around 66%, and clearance rates on properties that go to auction after a four-week period are up around 75% and that’s getting into Melbourne and Sydney clearance rates.

“What we usually find, as well, is that Newstead, New Farm and Teneriffe is generally the first market to heat up and the last to cool off. We know that the inner city Brisbane market usually lag Sydney and Melbourne markets by about three months, and those markets have been booming for two months,” he said.

All facets of the market are starting to move, Mr Lancashire

said, but the real hot spot was around un-renovated cottages.

“Honestly, you cannot list them as fast as you can sell them and the prices are back up to around where they were in 2007 and

2008,” he said. Although he agreed this could

be a small bubble that doesn’t last, Mr Lancashire said signs were encouraging that this was the start of a long term trend.

“There’s more confidence in the market,” he said. “We’re not getting people desperate to sell. And people are optimistic with a change in government likely,” he said.

Clearing rates improve for house auctions

TOP TIP FOR SELLERS: Go to open houses, visit the agents and do your research

so you can set a realistic price for your house.

TOP TIP FOR BUYERS: Walk around the neighbourhood and find out which agent has the most signs, talk to the agents who know the area

and don’t be afraid to put in an offer.

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962sqm Of Direct Riverfront Living

New Farm 9 Griffith StreetAn iconic site not only in Brisbane, but across QLD & Australia, 9 Griffith St will raise eyebrows from every inch to every corner of the country.

• 962sqm direct riverfront

• 21.3 metre frontage with private pontoon

• Medium density zoning

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Auction

Sat 20th July 11am on site if not SOLD prior

View Sat 11-11.45am & Wed 6-6.30pm

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Central Village steams ahead with strong salesDEVELOPER David Devine continues to steam ahead with his $450 million Central Village project in Fortitude Valley, reporting strong sales in the March quarter of its first stage, Cambridge Towers.

Stage two of the project, Oxford Towers, has reportedly sold 80% of its 160 units, according to Devine’s Metro Developments.

The massive Central Village project comprises five stages, of five 18-storey apartment towers and is expected to take five years to complete. All up, it will offer 970 apartments.

Apartment sales have been boosted by favourable conditions. Property Observer’s Larry Schlessinger said the market for apartment sales had firmed in the March quarter.

“Overall, the outlook for the inner Brisbane apartment market has firmed with more than 540 off-the-plan sales recorded in the March quarter – the first time quarterly sales have exceeded 500 in almost a decade.”

This is good news for the apartment sector, with further developments coming online in the coming 18 – 24 months.

“Interest rates are at a 53 year low in Australia and Fortitude Valley is one of only three Brisbane inner city suburbs offering rental yields in excess of 6%. This growth in rental returns is mainly due the fact that vacancy rates in Fortitude Valley currently sit at under 1%.”

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Over the last month as I’ve looked out from behind the podium or while I’m pacing the grass on someone’s front lawn reading the terms of auction or as I take names and numbers at open houses, there continues to be sparks coming out of the market. Now I can’t say for sure whether it’s a spark leading to a spotfire in the market or whether it’s a sign of wonderful things to come (a spark leading to fireworks!?!). But the number of people I’m meeting that are prepared to participate in real estate transactions feels to be on the rise.

Over the past month our rental office has seen corporate tenants wanting to pay over $1000p/w in rent moving back into the market. We’ve seen bidders at our monthly auctions, registering and bidding! Heavens! And finally open house attendance numbers are on the rise too!

The reasons I pose the suggestion that it may be a spark leading only to a spotfire is because the buyers and tenants aren’t flooding in on every property available. They’re being particular. So what’s causing the general swell? It seems to me that it

really is a market that favours the brave. You only need to search your suburb on raywhite.com or realestate.com or domain.com and you will see pages of available property (some having been there for a while). And as your finger clicks through the pages you will notice some with ‘eye catching photos’ and others with ‘mind numbing’ images. If you look in the paper and you will find

a smaller selection of homes and while the paper is more expensive, it still seems popular with many buyers. Consistently it is the owners that

are elevating their properties through use of professional photos, cross media marketing and interior presentation that are getting higher prices, because they’re getting stronger competition. This is not a new story, but at a time when savings are high and capital growth is low, its good to know that there’s a return on the investment…. If you’re prepared to part with your hard earned dollars.

So I’m not sure whether this is a ‘pre-election’ spark, a low rates spot fire or a sign of great things to come. But rest assured if the market kicks agents all over town will send up a flare!!

Is this just a spark or a sign of things to come?

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‘Cambridge Court on Fernberg’27 Fernberg Rd, PaddingtonFabulous investment opportunity or first home buyer bargain.

Situated in one of Paddington’s premier streets. Close to parks, restaurants, cafes, galleries & transport.

10 units being auctioned in line unless sold prior 6pm on 24th September @ Iceworks 155 - 157 Given Tce, Paddington.

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LeaSe with the LargeSt ageNcy iN the area!

FOR LEASEBe the first to lease one of these great units located on quiet Llewellyn Street.

rent per week ranges from $290 - $350 per week.

One bedrooms units, many including air-conditioning, new carpet, new paint, new blinds and fans.

combined lounge and dining, built in robes to bedroom, plenty of cupboard space, small outdoor areas and some with courtyards, communal laundry. all within walking distance to New Farms shops, cafes and various transport options.

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Private riverfront Living 202/45a Newstead Terrace, NewsteadWhen you first enter this apartment in ‘Mariners Reach’, you will appreciate the light and spaciousness of the property. Facing north-east the apartment enjoys beautiful views of the river’s bend, capturing the constant gentle breezes off the water.

• Pet friendly complex• Two apartments per floor• 3 resort style flood lit pools• 3 ½ acres of riverfront gardens

Auction onsite: Thurs 12th September 2013 @ 6pm

Inspect: Sat 31st Aug & 7th Sept 11am – 12pm Thurs 5th Sept & 12th Sept 5.30 – 6pm

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new farmi Want to LiSt YoUr ProPertY……“…and maximise your property value. However, before you consider me as your local agent, I invite you to get to know me better by viewing my profile ‘Glen Boyle’ on LinkedIn”.“You can also be across the local market and the latest trends by following me on twitter @urlocalagent”.“Otherwise, I’m always available for a coffee at my favourite cafe so give me a call today”.

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ljhooker.com.au4/599 Brunswick Street, New Farm • Ph: (07) 3146 5400 • newfarm.ljhooker.com.au • [email protected]

Built 20 years ago this cavity brick home is a rarity in New Farm and solid as a rock! Bright and airy with lovely breezes flowing through, this home is walking distance to public transport, parks, restaurants and all the facilities offered by Merthyr Village.

On two levels this property is low maintenance and would ideally suit a family with teens, busy professionals or empty nesters. I warmly welcome your call and look forward to your inspection.

Bonne Chance et Vive la Difference!

New Farm 64 Villiers Street 4 2.5 2

Always a smile on her face and something nice to say, with a French accent bien sur! Claudia is a hard working professional recognised by local New Farm residents for her friendly and warm approach to the business of selling properties!

For the second year consecutive Claudia has been invited in LJ Hooker’s prestigious Multi-Million Dollar Chapter, an elite group within the Real Estate Industry following 24 months of exceptional sales achievements.

Sell your property with the best in the business and call Claudia for assistance.

Claudia MarchandSENIOR SALES ASSOCIATE

Call 0431 287 057 or email [email protected]

THERE is a piece of calm, quiet relaxation for sale right in the heart of New Farm with the sale of Allan and Jeanette Faragher’s property at 64 Villiers Street.

Protected by a high wooden fence, the property guards its tranquil secret from passers-by as they go about their business along the street. But once you are inside, the beautiful high ceilings, the light and airy spaces and the stillness reveal themselves as the sense of calm envelopes you.

Residents of New Farm for 40 years, owners Allan and Jeanette have lived in the home for 17 years. Designed by architect Angelo Nicolosi, the house was built in 1993 by builder Felix Nana and Allan says the house has been a perfect home to raise their family. Its open plan style upstairs has allowed the free-flow of breezes that meant airconditioning has never been needed.

“If you keep everything closed

the house is as warm as toast in winter and when you open it up in summer the beautiful breezes keep it perfectly cool,” he said.

The travertine marble in the entrance, on the stairs and through the hallways lends a stylish finish to the home and sets off the earthy colour scheme beautifully.

Without doubt, the highlight is the second sitting room that opens onto a verandah that overlooks the street. Ceiling to floor glass windows and French doors let the sunlight pour

into the room with its high ceilings. On this mild spring day the peaceful streetscape and light breeze combined to create an appealing spot where one could sit for hours. Allan agrees the verandah is a beautiful spot to take breakfast in the morning.

A need to downsize has led to the Faraghers’ decision to sell.

The brick cavity high-set house must be one of the few houses

in New Farm that has never been renovated or even painted and Allan says it has maintained its beautiful condition with little effort from him. The house’s condition is remarkable and ideally suited to someone seeking a low maintenance home.

The block is about 15 perches or 375 sq m in the modern scale and from the back door a vast rolling view of New Farm roofs spreads out below.

The house is four bedrooms, with the main bedroom and en suite upstairs with the kitchen, main living room and second formal dining and sitting room towards the front of the house. Three good sized bedrooms are downstairs with another bathroom and laundry. The house is

located conveniently close to James Street and Brunswick Street. Bus routes service the street, which is only 10 minutes from the city. Contact Claudia Marchand on 0431 287 057 for more information on 64 Villiers Street, New Farm.

Tranquility for sale in heart of New Farm

Allan Faragher’s at his home in New Farm.

Designed by architect Angelo Nicolosi, the house was built in 1993 by builder Felix Nana and Allan says the house has been a

perfect home to raise their family.


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4/599 Brunswick Street, New Farm • Ph: (07) 3146 5400 • newfarm.ljhooker.com.au • www.ljhooker.com.au

AUSSIE Home Loans founder and executive chairman, Mr John Symond, was in New Farm to launch their new franchise office. The store, which is on the corner of Brunswick st and Merthyr road, is owned by Monique Higgins and Craig Sammons. My Symond said they now have 35 stores and 150 brokers in Queensland.

My Symond said they are planning to role out more stores. He added that in property investment timing is everything and while

Brisbane has been impacted by the floods, mining, drop in tourism and the high Aussie dollar. But things are turning with the dollar dropping and after the federal election you will see more jobs growth which will flow into the property market.

Investors are coming into the market now and they are borrowing at 5% with a yield of 6%. That’s is pretty good said My Symond.

He said that you are better to be buying properties today instead of waiting for the top of the cycle.

Aussie in New Farm launched

Cr Vicki Howard with Aussie executive chairman John Symond and local franchise owners Monique Higgins and Craig Sammons.

32 Beeston Street, New Farm

5 bed | 2 bath | 1 car

Price $1,275,000

Open By appointment

Contact Jason Bond 0407 489 992

styleproperty.com.au

603/8 Jeays Street, Bowen Hills


Price Offers over $465,000

Open Contact agent for immediate inspection

Contact Jake Mackay 0430 283 293


At Style Estate Agents we literally live and breathe real estate.

It’s because nobody knows and loves Brisbane like we do –

Whether it be the sale of your home or the management of a

portfolio of properties, the quality of advice we provide, our

ability to market property and leverage the best result is second

to none. Going above and beyond the call of duty to make your

real estate experience rewarding and memorable is what we

strive to do every day. We’re dedicated to achieving exceptional

results and while we’re undeniably proud of the records we

break, our greatest accomplishment is always making our

clients happy.

Style is my thing | styleproperty.com.au

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At Style Estate Agents we literally live and breathe real estate.

It’s because nobody knows and loves Brisbane like we do –

Whether it be the sale of your home or the management of a

portfolio of properties, the quality of advice we provide, our

ability to market property and leverage the best result is second

to none. Going above and beyond the call of duty to make your

real estate experience rewarding and memorable is what we

strive to do every day. We’re dedicated to achieving exceptional

results and while we’re undeniably proud of the records we

break, our greatest accomplishment is always making our

clients happy.

Style is my thing | styleproperty.com.au

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32 Beeston Street, New Farm


Price $1,275,000

Open By appointment

Contact Jason Bond 0407 489 992


603/8 Jeays Street, Bowen Hills


Price Offers over $465,000

Open Contact agent for immediate inspection

Contact Jake Mackay 0430 283 293


www.rh.com.au/newfarm

07 3358 5444 650 Brunswick Street, New Farm

Selling New Farm since 1986

Reality Check for New Farm Property Owners

Theres never been a better time to sell.Phone one of our professional sales staff today to discuss preparing your property

for the market.

Lorna Bailey Sales & Marketing agent 0410 609 789 [email protected]

Lee Paul Principal

0418 733 818 [email protected]

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