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Lisa
Calautti
Real Estate
Editor
Energy saving is
well rewarded
THIS WEEK IN REAL ESTATE
CONTENTS
REGULAR FEATURES
Retirement 10
ADVERTISING
Accommodation General 66
Auction Property Guide 20
Business Sales 63
Commercial and Industrial
Investments 64
Country Rentals 63
Country Towns
and Properties 60
Land 14
Real Estate City and Metro 19
Retirement Housing 11
To Let 65
To Let, Commercial
and Industrial 64
The Evergreen environmental precinct at Capricorn
Yanchep has well established credentials.
■ Louise Baxter
Evergreen at Capricorn Yanchep is
the first WA development to receive
energy certification from the Urban
Development Institute of Australia’s
prestigious EnviroDevelopment program.
The beachside precinct was awarded the
endorsement for its innovative approach to
energy saving, and its green credentials are
now well established, according to
Capricorn Yanchep sales and marketing
manager Rod Wright.
“Everything about Evergreen has been
carefully planned to minimise its
environmental impact from the ground up,”
Mr Wright said. “Roadside swales and flush
kerbing eliminate the need for underground
drainage, while ugly concrete kerbs are
replaced with attractive roadside nature
strips.
“We’ve also retained significant natural
vegetation, landscaped with native plants to
minimise water use and oriented the lots to
maximise solar efficiency.”
Fitted with 1.6kw roof-mounted
photovoltaic solar power systems, homes at
Evergreen would save homebuyers money
in the future while reducing carbon
emissions, Mr Wright said.
UDIA WA chief executive Debra Goostrey
congratulated the Evergreen precinct for
setting a great example at a time of concern
about climate change, the rising cost of
energy and carbon tax.
“Obtaining EnviroDevelopment
certification isn’t easy, as applicants have to
meet a rigorous set of criteria determined
by government, industry and
environmental experts, so Evergreen
certification in energy is a really
commendable achievement,” she said.
Every lot sold at Evergreen will receive a
package of extras worth over $19,000,
including the solar power system,
waterwise native landscaping, fibre optic
cabling and timber fencing.
Capricorn Yanchep has already received
EnviroDevelopment certification in
ecosystems and communities.
Forty-nine lots remain at Evergreen,
priced from $182,000 to $280,000, with lot
sizes ranging from 313sqm to 623sqm.
The sales centre, on the corner of Two
Rocks Road and Lindsay Beach Boulevard,
is open Monday-Wednesday from 2-5pm and
weekends from 1-5pm.
For more information contact sales
executive Paul Szijarto on 9561 6018 or visit
www.capricornyanchep.com.au.
EDITORIAL
FEATURES EDITOR
Helen Winterton, 9482 3574,
features@wanews.com.au
REAL ESTATE EDITOR
Lisa Calautti
PHOTOGRAPHER
Gerald Moscarda
EDITORIAL CONTACT DETAILS
Real Estate, The West Australian,
50 Hasler Road, Osborne Park 6017.
Phone 9482 3145
Fax 9482 9070
Email real.estate@wanews.com.au
Requests for housing write-ups should
be addressed to the RealEstate editor.
ADVERTISING
EMAIL
realestateadvertising@thewest.com.au
SALES MANAGER
Declan Cahill, 9482 3608
LINEAGE 13 22 80
DISPLAY
Land & Retirement: Greg Peach, 9482
3013
North: Dot Knight, 9482 3594
South: Christopher Western, 9482
3593
City and western suburbs: Lindsay
Cullen, 9482 3595
Sales support: Dale Murray, 9482 3166
Saturday’s lineage deadline is 1pm
Thursday. Deadline for emailed copy is
noon Thursday.
INSIDE REAL ESTATE
ONLINE GAME TO
HONE SKILLS
Century 21 has launched a free online
interactive game titled Property
Mogul, where players can buy, sell
and manage real estate.
Chairman Charles Tarbey said the
game was a fun way to learn about
the fundamentals of buying and
selling real estate in a fictional world
against real competitors.
“Property Mogul is an entertaining
and interactive game where players
buy, sell and manage real estate,
allowing them to apply real-life
principles to achieve virtual property
tycoon status,” he said.
The game is based in a fictional
city, Centropolis, which is made up of
16 different neighbourhoods including
a central business district, wealthy
beachside and middle-class suburbs.
Property Mogul can be played free
by visiting
www.c21propertymogul.com.au
GEN Y LOOKS TO
INVEST FIRST
Almost half of Generation Y buyers
will buy a home as an investment
first, according to Mortgage Choice.
The Mortgage Choice 2011 First
Time Property Investors Survey found
The first stage of the Enclave, in the Swan Valley, has sold out.
not only will they ignore the First
Home Owner Grant and first home
buyer concessions, but 77 per cent of
Gen Y respondents are making
lifestyle sacrifices to achieve their
goal.
The survey revealed Generation Y’s
biggest concern for the next 12
months was interest rates, while
Generation X was concerned with
other costs of living, such as utility
bills.
Baby boomers were primarily
concerned with economic
management at a Federal
Government level.
Mortgage Choice spokeswoman
Kristy Sheppard said the findings
called into question the concept of
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the Great Australian Dream for people
aged 30 years and younger.
“Is it still a home, is it property in
general — whichever type they can
afford — or is it simply about
investing in an asset they expect to
bring in income and/or appreciate in
value?” she said.
“While it is clear that every
generation is focused on profiting
from their investment over the long
term, many Gen Y respondents
recognise building a nest egg rather
than building a nest may better suit
their income and needs at this early
stage of their lives.
“I’d say a large proportion are quite
comfortable residing in the home
created by their parents.”
BUYERS FLOCK TO
THE ENCLAVE
Stage 1 of The Enclave in the Swan
Valley sold out in two weeks, with
buyers flocking to the display village
for its location and affordability.
Chris Lewis, head of residential at
Aspen Living, said the cottage blocks
were perfect for first-homebuyers or
those looking to downsize, who
wanted to enjoy all the amenities of
the region.
“The Enclave has created a
fantastic solution that wasn’t available
previously.
“Buyers are able to access a less
expensive product in an established
area that is hugely popular,” Mr Lewis
said.
“The response to the release of
stage one is amazing, with buyers
very keen about the proximity of the
estate to the city, the airport, local
restaurants and wineries, schools and
other tourist attractions such as
Whiteman Park.”
The 21-home display village is
next-door to St Leonards Private
Estate. The second stage is now
expected to hit the market before
December.
For more information contact sales
manager Robert Wnek on 1800 246
471.
A brighter future awaits.
Lots now selling from $152,000.
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This seven-home development, known as Lime, is in North Fremantle on land which used to house a warehouse.
Three homes remain in new block
■ Louise Baxter
Three green-title homes are
available between the
Swan River and Port
Beach in North Fremantle
from less than $1 million.
Lime, a seven-home
development designed and
constructed by Match, has three
homes remaining on the 2517sqm
site located just steps from
Vlamingh Parklands and Rocky
Bay heritage trails and cliffs.
Formerly a 1940s warehouse
property, Lime has been designed
to integrate into the area’s
heritage landscape and goes back
to traditional green-title living,
with a small backyard and terrace
look for the three-bedroom,
two-bathroom homes.
Match director Cameron Barr
said that Lime presented an
accessible price for the area, with
the flexibility for the owner to
make internal changes.
“Lime is a great example of how
projects can be personalised to
suit, as long as the alterations fit
PERTH MARKET REAL FACTS
within the structure,” Mr Barr
said. “Being a boutique
development company, we have
the scope and flexibility to adapt
plans easily without extra cost.
This is a specialised project so
we’re not limited to working with
two or three schemes.”
The remaining homes start
from $837,000 and are approved
and ready to go.
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■ For more information, contact
Cameron Barr on 9324 3855 or
visit www.itsamatch.com.au.
DENMARK GALLERY
CHAPEL CHARACTER
$749,000
6 2
16 Lights Road
Inspired by Mt Barker’s St Werburgh’s
Chapel with antique leadlight
mullioned windows, timber staircase,
double Gothic jarrah church doors
and pine beams.
Agent Karen Thompson, of Joss
Harman and Associates — Denmark,
0458 523 951
FOREST HIDEAWAY
$545,000
3 2
26 Karri Drive
Set on a 3.3ha karri forest block
between Denmark and Walpole, close
to Kent River, Peaceful Bay and boat
harbour.
Agent Kim Barrow, of Ray White —
Denmark, 0427 481 498
TREE CHANGE
$575,000
3 2
38 Christina Crescent
Near-new timber home on a big block
surrounded by karri trees with an
open-plan design, modern kitchen
and undercroft workshop.
Agent John Ricketts, of South Coast
Properties — Denmark, on
0408 482 424
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Property sales for Perth #
Last week 916
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4 weeks ago^ 952
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Same week last year 726
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Week ending July 27, 2011
# Contract sales reported by REIWA members
^ May have changed due to sales falling through
* Listed on reiwa.com and other sources
Property listed for sale * 16,744
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Houses 10,343
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Units 3118
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Land 3283
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Property listed for rent * 3488
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Three months to June 2011
Median ..................................................................
Rent $380
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Rate 3.5%
Properties listed for sale *
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$4,990,000 4 4
25 Airlie Street, Claremont
Historic 1915 home on 2087sqm manicured block,
with tennis court, library, and outdoor pavilion bar.
Agent Peter Burns, of Mack Hall & Associates, on
0418 925 012
Designed in good taste
Dalkeith 6 4
82 Circe Circle, $3,925,000
Two studies, double remote-controlled garage, granny
flat, full reticulation, ducted vacuum, air-conditioning,
security system and smart wiring
Agent Tonia McNeilly, of Space Real Estate, on
9284 4008 or 0416 161 556
$825,000 3 2
2/20 Fletcher Street, Applecross
Low-maintenance town house in a complex of four,
with stylish interior, air-conditioning and garage.
Agent Wendy Galloway, Acton Applecross,
0413 607 717
From $1.9m 5 3
3 Positano Way, Hillarys
Luxurious Beaumonde-built home with a granite
kitchen, three living areas, outdoor kitchen.
Agent Andrew Stopczynski, Professionals North
Shore, 0412 428 323
■ Katie Lee
High-end finishes and a
sprawling floor plan
ensure this elegant
Dalkeith home caters for
a large family with good taste.
Completed in early 2010 by
Beaumonde Homes, the home has
six bedrooms and four bathrooms,
each with the option of communal
living or complete privacy.
Finer finishes feature
throughout including big-name
appliances, wall recesses with
down lighting, window pelmets
and marble features, which add
something special to each space.
The open-plan living area is
framed by tall windows, allowing
light to flood in.
Those who love to cook will
appreciate the kitchen’s built-in
SMEG appliances — espresso
machine, steam oven, microwave,
large oven and plumbed-in fridge.
“The stunning full timberveneer
cabinetry, with soft-closing
drawers, and granite benchtops
are all in a lovely neutral colour
palette,” selling agent Tonia
McNeilly, of Space Real Estate,
said.
“But the best bit is the massive
theatre room complete with eight
fully reclining leather seats to
make you feel like you’re really at
the movies.”
A modern granny flat is at the
rear of the property. It is fully
equipped with a sitting room,
renovated bathroom and main
suite with walk-in robe.
“The flat overlooks the big
grassed area, which is great for a
young family to play on, and is
adjacent to the undercover
alfresco dining area,” Ms
McNeilly said.
The grand staircase greets you
at the home’s entrance. It leads to
the second level which houses four
minor bedrooms, a study, main
bathroom and sitting room.
The main suite is on the ground
floor, an option which Ms
McNeilly said was growing in
popularity in modern designs.
Its generous size allows the
owners to create a completely
private parents’ retreat.
The luxurious ensuite has a
raised two-person spa bath with
marble tiling, large shower and
separate toilet.
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Nick Shinner
Property and
construction
group Pindan
EXPERT
ANSWERS
I am thinking of buying an
apartment. Are there any
words of advice or tips you can
offer me?
More homebuyers and
investors are turning towards
apartment living in WA, attracted
by financial and lifestyle perks. The
key to successful apartment buying
for both owners and investors is
careful planning and property
selection.
To maximise financial and lifestyle
benefits:
Set a budget. Determine your
budget before you start looking
and factor in ongoing costs
including strata fees and
maintenance (which is often less
than a house would cost).
Buy to suit the local market
demand. Different suburbs attract
different residents so, whether
you’re going to live in or lease out
the property, consider what size
and type of apartment suits the
local demand. It will stand you in
good stead for any future re-sale
and ensure investors maximise
their rental return by minimising
vacancy rates.
Know the area. Ensure the short
and long-term drivers of growth in
the area are as strong as possible.
Consider population trends,
infrastructure, employment,
amenities and lifestyle. Research
any future developments in
planning.
Understand strata fees. Strata
fees ensure an apartment complex
keeps its value so don’t make the
mistake of thinking the lowest fees
are best. They can help ensure
your property stays in demand and
that you can sell easily if need be.
Choose the builder/developer/
architect, not the agent.
Research the companies behind
your apartment development and
ensure they have a solid reputation
and track record as it can affect
your property’s performance and
your living experience.
Be thorough. Whether buying off
the plan or into an established
development, be thorough in your
inspection to avoid unexpected
maintenance issues. Note the
quality and condition of fittings,
floor coverings, and communal
areas as they can all impact your
property’s growth.
Send your questions to
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Everything’s just perfect
■ Maya Anderson
It’s stylish, modern,
lock-up-and-leave and is
located in the heart of
Claremont’s shopping, cafe
and restaurant district.
This sophisticated apartment
ticks all the boxes for the
executive single or couple wanting
an easy lifestyle close to all the
action.
Part of a landmark complex
completed last year, the
three-bedroom apartment is on
level three and faces the piazza
with an open-plan kitchen, living
and dining area opening to a
balcony.
“It’s a beautiful area for
year-round entertaining,” said
selling agent Amy Di Vincenzo.
She said the apartment had a
fantastic feel with a quality fit-out.
“The apartment has a modern,
contemporary finish with a
neutral colour palette,” she said.
“It has a homely, soft feel.”
The white kitchen has stone
benchtops and stainless-steel
appliances, including a coffee
machine and dishwasher.
Timber floorboards and light
carpets have been used
throughout, while the bathrooms
have full-height tiling and
high-end fittings.
There is plenty of storage and
there is a built-in study desk with
storage above.
Claremont
3 2
319/40 St Quentin Avenue
$1.39 million
Modern apartment with open-plan
kitchen, living and dining, balcony,
storage unit, complex pool and
coffee shop, two car bays
Agents Amy Di Vincenzo, 0433
510 561, and Linda Sullivan, 0439
926 688, of Mack Hall &
Associates
“They really thought about the
design and practicality,” said Ms
Di Vincenzo.
Describing the location as
fantastic, she added: “You are
right in the heart of the luxury
Claremont lifestyle with great
shopping, cafes, restaurants, close
to schools and public transport,
not far from the river.”
The complex has a heated pool,
gym and an on-site coffee shop.
Ms Di Vincenzo said that the
apartment would be perfect for an
executive couple who wanted to be
close to the action of Claremont
and not far from the CBD or a
couple downsizing.
“It is the perfect lock-up-andleave
apartment in the perfect
location,” she said.

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Government grants
help first-homebuyers
First-homebuyers are
eligible for up to
$9000 in State and
Federal grants.
Alan
Bourke
REIWA
president
MORTGAGE WATCH
INSTITUTION
BASIC
RATE
INTRO
RATE
INTRO
MONTHS
Many first-homebuyers
in WA are eligible for a
State Government
grant of up to $2000
towards the purchase costs of
their new home.
This is in addition to the $7000
grant from the Federal
Government.
This local grant is called the
Homebuyers Assistance Account
and is funded by the interest paid
VARIABLE
RATE
1 YR
FIXED
3 YR
FIXED
5 YR
FIXED
TOTAL FEES
AMP 7.02 6.87f 12 7.82 7.09 7.19 7.84 $545-895
ANZ 7.1 - - 7.8 6.94 7.09 7.64 $00-600
Aussie - - - 6.99 7.14 7.44 7.79 $100-700
Bank of Queensland 7.28 - - 7.86 7.04 7.24 7.74 $495-595
Bankwest 7.58 7.29f 12 7.7 7.29 7.44 7.74 $500-700
Citibank 7.02 - - 8.02 7.09 6.99 7.44 $250-649
Commonwealth Bank 7.3 6.94f 12 7.81 6.99 7.14 7.74 $600
CUA 7.14 6.84v 12 7.22 6.75 7.14 7.69 $00-795
Homeloans Ltd - - - 6.99 7.24 7.64 7.84 $969-1042
HomeSide Lending - - - 6.9 6.84 6.99 7.44 $600
HSBC 7.13 6.74v 12 7.74 7.04 7.34 7.79 $650-750
ING DIRECT 7.12 - - 7.24 6.79 6.99 7.39 $220-719
LJ Hooker Finance - - - 6.99 - 7.44 -
ME Bank - - - 7.24 6.95 7.14 7.69
Mortgage House - 2.98v 6 6.99 7.2 7.6 7.95 $645-869
NAB 7.17 6.58v 12 7.67 6.94 7.09 7.54 $600
Nationwide Mortgage - 6.45v 12 7.43 7.06 7.32 7.77 $710
Police & Nurses 6.99 7.34v 12 7.34 - 6.99 7.99 $650
RAMS Home Loans 7.16 6.73v 24 7.63 6.89 6.95 7.49 $845
RESI Mortgage
- 6.59v 12 7.09 7.21 7.47 7.92
Corporation
St. George Bank 7.22 6.94f 12 7.8 7.1 7.14 7.74 $495-700
Suncorp 7.25 6.84f 12 7.83 7.04 7.39 7.79 $600
Westpac 7.16 - - 7.86 7.19 7.19 7.84 $600
Rates current as of July 25, 2011
Introductory rate: f=fixed, c=capped, v=variable
For more information, visit www.infochoice.com.au
Copyright Infochoice Ltd 2001
on real estate agents’ trust
accounts. So, when tenants pay
bond to an agent or a buyer puts
forward a deposit to purchase a
property, all this money goes into
secure trust accounts for the
protection of the consumer.
Each year, millions of dollars in
interest on this pool of money
accumulates from across the State
and is then used to benefit
first-homebuyers and other
aspects of the industry, such as
subsidised training for real estate
professionals.
As a result, this scheme can
provide up to $2000 towards the
incidental expenses of
first-homebuyers when they buy
an established or partly built
home through a licensed real
estate agent.
Incidental expenses may include
such things as a termite or
building inspection, mortgage
insurance, settlement fees,
valuation costs and registration
fees.
There are certain conditions
and requirements for eligibility,
but many first-time buyers will
find that they can access this help.
The general requirements for
eligibility include:
■ Applicants must be buying their
first home, which is established or
partly built (not vacant land, a
plan or a house-and-land package).
■ The applicant, spouse or
partner of the applicant must not
own or have owned any property
in WA before (if one of the people
the applicant is buying a home
with owns or has owned a home in
WA before, then the applicant can
apply for a partial grant based on
a percentage of their ownership of
the home).
■ The applicant must live in the
home for at least the first 12
months.
■ The applicant must purchase
the home through a licensed real
estate agent.
■ The application must be lodged
with the Department of Commerce
no more than 90 days after the
date that the offer and acceptance
contract to buy the home is
accepted (in exceptional
circumstances, a short extension
of time for lodgment may be
granted by the department if
reasonable grounds exist).
■ The home loan must be financed
through an authorised lending
institution (such as a bank,
building society or credit union).
■ The purchase price of the home
is $400,000 or less.
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■ For full details of the HAA and to
download its application form, go
to the department’s website
commerce.wa.gov.au, or call the
Consumer Protection Advice Line
on 1300 304 054.
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COVER STORY
A sanctuary in the Hills
■ Louise Baxter
Trying to list all the
features of this Roleystone
home would be like asking
Charles Dickens to do a
Twitter update. There simply isn’t
enough space.
Butterfly Ridge in Roleystone is
not just a home but an estate, set
high on 2.241ha of land and
providing panoramic views of the
Hills and valley, down to the
Canning River frontage below.
Owners Val and Nigel Allen
thought of everything when it
came to the Federation-style
home’s design.
The owners
thought of
everything when
it came to
the home’s
design.
Val, a naturopath and author of
Very Wellness, with recipes and
information on healthy food
principles, envisaged the home
serving a number of purposes —
health retreat, bed-and-breakfast,
function venue, lecture centre or
cooking school. Nigel, a civil
engineer, was responsible for
making his wife’s visions a reality.
The elegant kitchen was
decked out to
accommodate
demonstrations and
catering, with
ample storage and
a central island
with room for
students to
observe. The
centrepiece oven
is a 120cm French
import by renowned
chef Paul Bocuse, with
a gas cooktop and wok
burner above it.
Other features include two
electric ovens, dishwasher, Corian
benchtops, two pantries and
French antique-look cupboard
doors.
All the recipe testing and shoots
for the book were done there.
A vast conservatory and
adjacent terrace were designed for
the “tasting”, where a class could
relax and enjoy the outlook.
Upstairs, Nigel designed a
theatre room with a rostrum and
screen for lectures and a
kitchenette for refreshments.
The main suite is also upstairs
with a balcony, spa and
unobstructed views. A pull-down
staircase leads from this room to a
private turret, which Val calls
“the meditation point”.
There are landscaped grounds,
with an array of flowers and fruit
trees, as well as vegetable gardens
and herbs outside the kitchen.
A pathway leads down to the
charming two-bedroom cedar
cottage, with a balcony that hangs
off the hillside. This small home is
cosy and self-contained, with a
kitchen, bathroom, laundry
facilities and living area with
slow-combustion heater.
“Everyone needs a sanctuary in
this world,” Val said, and
Butterfly Ridge certainly is.
Roleystone
3 3
74 Butcher Road
Expressions of interest from
$2.4-$2.6 million
Federation-style home on
2.241ha of elevated land with
panoramic views, selfcontained
timber cottage, large
terrace and conservatory,
designer French-style kitchen,
theatre room with kitchenette,
lounge, formal dining room,
home office, several balconies,
spa ensuite, triple garage,
cellar, fireproof system,
air-conditioning, security
systems, pathway down to
Canning River, gazebo, pizza
oven, vegetable gardens and
landscaped grounds with fruit
trees.
Agent Sam Saffioti, of
Roleystone Real Estate, on
0418 953 215 or 9379 6300
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HOMES $350,000-$550,000
Baldivis 4 2
11 Coates Avenue, offers from $499,000
There is 235sqm of internal space in this
four-bedroom, two-bathroom brick-and-iron home in
the Settlers Hills estate. It has a double entry,
separate lounge and separate games room with a
built-in bar and a door opening to a timber-decked
back alfresco area overlooking a below-ground pool.
An informal living area includes the kitchen, which
has a breakfast bar, dishwasher, stainless-steel
cooking appliances and glass splashbacks. The home
has ducted, evaporative air-conditioning and there
are split-system, reverse-cycle units in the lounge and
main suite. Other fixtures and finishes include
polished bamboo floors and a reverse-osmosis water
filter. The main suite also has walk-in robes and an
ensuite with a double shower and double vanity
while the minor bedrooms have built-in robes. There
is also a front portico and double lock-up garage.
Agent Ian Payne, of L.J. Hooker Rockingham, on
9527 5055 or 0417 090 069
Perth
2 1
49/418 Murray Street, from
$380,000
There are no common walls to this
ninth-floor corner unit in the 2005
Statton-on-Murray complex.
Currently rented for $450 a week, it
is for sale fully furnished and
equipped. There is an entry and
kitchen-living area, which opens to a
south-facing balcony with
far-reaching views over Murray
Street. The main bedroom opens to a
west-facing balcony with rooftop
views and has a walk-in robe, the
second bedroom opens off the entry
and has built-in robes and there is a
semi-ensuite bathroom-laundry and a
separate toilet. There are
split-system, reverse-cycle
air-conditioners in the bedrooms and
living area.
Agent Scott Banister-Jones, of Scott
BJ Properties, on 6262 1530 or 0438
933 634
Beechboro 4 2
18 Timberlane Crescent, from $494,000
Living areas in this brick-and-tile home include a carpeted lounge, formal dining
room and games room. A central informal area includes the kitchen, casual
meals and family room, which opens to a patio. The kitchen has a breakfast bar,
five-burner gas cooktop and wall oven. The main suite has a walk-in robe and
the minor bedrooms have built-in robes. The home is on a 659sqm block and
also has evaporative air-conditioning and a lock-up garage.
Agent Iris Bryder, of The Property Firm, on 9248 8222 or 0407 473 534
Rockingham 3 2
47 Arkwell Avenue, $389,000
Ducted air-conditioning and automatic bore reticulation are included with this
1995 brick-and-tile home on a 662sqm block. It has a tiled entry, carpeted
lounge-dining and an open-plan living area. The kitchen has a stainless-steel
oven and gas cooktop. The main bedroom has a walk-in robe and the minor
bedrooms have built-in robes. A double lock-up carport has an automatic door.
Agent Scott Fletcher, Fruit Property, on 9592 8999 or 0412 181 122
Mandurah 2 1
70 Cooper Street, $499,000-$529,000
This central Mandurah house has been converted to separate dwellings. One
side includes a kitchen, dining room and lounge. There are two bedrooms, one
of which has a built-in mezzanine level, and a bathroom with a washing machine
fitted. The other side includes a kitchen and living area. There is one bedroom
upstairs and another downstairs along with a semi-ensuite bathroom.
Agent Rosalind Armstrong, of Marina Real Estate, on 9586 1677 or
0417 927 266
Shenton Park
2 1
8/233 Hensman Road, $450,000
Rosalie Park and Kings Park are
within walking distance of this
renovated two-bedroom, first-floor
unit. In a complex of 10, it has a
carpeted lounge-dining room opening
to a full-width west-facing balcony
with a leafy outlook to Hensman
Road. A revamped kitchen is by the
entry and has overhead cupboards, a
stainless-steel gas cooktop and
underbench oven. The main bedroom
opens off the lounge and also
overlooks the balcony, while the
second bedroom and bathroom open
off a passage. The unit has an
allocated bay in a back carpark and
the complex has a shared laundry
facility.
Agent Carolena Boyd, of
Paxton Hoad, on 9381 9111 or 0418
905 963
Scarborough 3 1
5/42 Brighton Road, $450,000-$465,000
This villa has easy access to the beach, public transport and shops. Rented for
$355 a week, it has 84sqm internally, including a lounge with a reverse-cycle
air-conditioner, kitchen with a double sink and gas cooktop and a dining room
opening to a courtyard. The main bedroom has built-in robes. The bathroom has
a bath and separate shower. A pitched-roof carport incorporates a storeroom.
Agent Kate Beeton, of Acton North, on 9285 0111 or 0403 858 884

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Big home has it all
9
■ JESSICA ZOITI
Idyllically located opposite
Herdsman Lake, this spacious
two-storey home puts every
bit of its 735sqm block to good
use. Built seven years ago by
Beaumonde Homes, the property
features five double bedrooms,
three bathrooms, an open-plan
living space, theatre or playroom,
outdoor entertaining area, bar,
games room and gymnasium.
To the left of the entrance are a
formal dining room and a
staircase that leads to the second
level.
At the top of the landing is an
additional lounge that connects to
a sweeping main suite with
ensuite and walk-in robe, a
study/bedroom, and a fifth
bedroom with its own ensuite.
Right of the entrance is a
“teenager” wing.
It boasts two bedrooms, both
with walk-in-robes, a play or
theatre room that could be
converted into a sixth bedroom,
bathroom and powder room.
Doors at the top of the hallway
allow it to be completely secluded
from the rest of the house.
Continuing through the home is
the open-plan living area where a
kitchen with black stone
benchtops, timber cupboards and
integrated stainless-steel
appliances overlooks the living
and dining rooms.
This communal space connects
to one of the home’s most unique
features — a games room and bar,
and separate gymnasium.
Originally planned as an
alfresco area, the space is now
fully enclosed but can also be
opened up to the resort-style
backyard.
Cedar roof lining and
low-maintenance tiles give it a
relaxed outdoorsy feel, while
air-conditioning keeps the
space cool in the heat of
summer.
The home offers 600sqm of
living space, with adequate room
outdoors to relax and entertain.
The resort-style yard offers a
gas-heated pool, Balinese huts, spa
and barbecue area.
While the home is impressive,
it’s the tranquil lakeside location
that owners Andrew and Michelle
Ward and their two teenage sons
will miss the most.
“It’s going to be hard to replace
this view,” Mrs Ward said.
Churchlands
5 3
17 Parkwater Gardens
$2,478,000 (negotiable)
A massive 600sqm home with
five bedrooms, three
bathrooms, a double lock-up
garage, upstairs lounge, formal
dining room, open-plan kitchen,
living and dining area, bar and
games room, gymnasium,
resort-style alfresco area with
heated pool, spa and barbecue
Agent Dean Mitchell, of Bexleys,
on 0413 122 633
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RETIREMENT
The heated indoor swimming pool within the clubhouse of Novacare retirement village in Busselton.
It’s a busy life in a
retirement village
■ Ann McRae
Residents of the popular
Busselton retirement
village, Novacare, claim to
be busier now than when
they were working.
Activities in the 145-villa
development include Pilates, line
dancing, water aerobics, lawn
bowls, bridge, bingo, art classes
and fitness classes.
Fishing and swimming in the
summer at the nearby Geographe
Bay are also popular.
All villa homes are located in
landscaped gardens with a club
house which has a heated pool,
The complex has a small cinema for residents.
restaurant, dance floor and
cinema.
The sixth and final stage of the
10-year-old village is the
construction of 21 brick-and-iron
homes which are now selling and
are due for completion in 12
months.
There are still five villa homes
available from stage four and all
have two bedrooms plus a study
with either single or double
garages.
These homes range in price
from $402,000 to $437,750 with
special winter offers available,
says selling agent Ron Hodge.
Only two of the 12 luxury
Semillon-style villa homes remain
in the completed Stage-5 section of
the village, and these are priced at
$585,500.
These top-of-the-range villas
come with solid timber floors,
ducted reverse-cycle air
conditioning, granite benchtops,
built-in barbecues, dishwashers
and double garages.
The last stage now under
construction offers buyers over 55
four different designs — the
Cabernet, the Rose, the
Chardonnay and the Leeuwin — at
a price range of $528,000-$628,000.
The village also has five resale
homes priced from $430,000 to
$549,000.
Many of these homes have extra
fittings such as solar roof panels
and single or double garages.
Novacare Lifestyle Village is
located on a 10ha site on the
Bussell Highway, Busselton, and is
accredited with the Retirement
Village Association.
The villas are sold with a lease
for life which involves no stamp
duty but residents pay council and
water rates with discounts for
seniors and pensioners.
Monthly levies cover the use of
all facilities, building insurance,
maintenance, gardening, 24-hour
security and an in-house phone
system which also controls the
entry gates.
Visual links to the front gate are
available through home TV sets.
Caravan and boat parking is
available and small pets are
allowed.
The communal areas of the
village are centred in a village
square.
A purpose-built craft area has
sinks, tables and sewing facilities.
Further information is available
from Novacare sales agent Ron
Hodge on 9751 1466 or 0415 908 158.
Visit the village near the
Busselton drive-in cinema on
Bussell Highway on Wednesdays
and Saturdays between 1 and 4pm
or by appointment.
Top leader of a
dedicated team
Jade Burton
Retirement
Village
Association
As with any organisation, a retirement village has a team
of dedicated individuals who work tirelessly behind the
scenes to ensure everything runs smoothly.
A village manager and their team often go unnoticed,
quietly working away to ensure they meet the
expectations of their residents.
Every year the RVA puts out a call for the manager of
the year award. After being awarded manager of the
year in 2005, Jill Van Blommestein, from Lakeside
Village, was urged by village residents to run for the
award again.
Ms Blommestein answers a few questions about her
experience as regional manager of the year.
How did it come about that you were chosen for
manager of the year?
It was the residents who first approached me and I told
them that because I had already won this prestigious
award before I was reluctant to enter again.
However, they insisted by contacting the organisers
to contact me to encourage me to apply.
I was so humbled to think that the residents went to
so much trouble that I did submit my application.
Their letters of support were so complimentary about
me. It made me so proud.
What benefits do you find from having won this
award?
Apart from the congratulations from residents, my peers
and the recognition that I received from senior
management, the main benefit would be the interest
you receive which gives you a great opportunity to
showcase your village.
How did the residents at Lakeside Village respond
to you winning the award?
Many residents have told me how proud they are of me
as having won village manager of the year not once, but
twice. They even organised their own trophy which I will
treasure for many years to come.
Why do you think manager of the year is so
significant?
It’s the highest reward for being recognised for all the
challenging aspects that go with managing a retirement
village.
The Retirement Village Association, WA
Regional Office, is at Suite 51, Plaistowe
Mews, 102 Railway Parade, West Perth WA
6005. For inquiries, email jade@rva.com.au.
For more information or for a free copy of
the RVA Information Pack please contact the
RVA on 9322 9909. To search the village
directory, visit rva.com.au.
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