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    By Goya Dmytryshchak

    Williamstown water police have urged people to learn from the boating tragedy that claimed the lives of three shermen on Port Phillip Bay.

    On Monday aernoon, the mood was bleak at Altona boat ramp as news trickled in that a third body had been found aer the three men went missing on Sunday.

    Steven Do, 30, his brother David, 31, and their friend, Phong Nguyen, 35, all from Sunshine West, had launched their tinny from Altona about 11am on Sunday.

    Senior Sergeant Mark ORourke said the trio bought their small aluminium punt ve months ago and were inexperienced.

    I think, essentially, its just theyve gone out in really ordinary conditions in a boat that wasnt suitable in those conditions, he said. is time of year, your timeframe for survival in the water, being 13 degrees, is not very long.

    Seaholme Boat Owners Association member Ramon Harris described Sundays conditions on the bay as treacherous.

    Bureau of Meteorology senior forecaster Dean Stewart said the average wind speed was about 30 knots, or 55km/h, and waves would have been up to 1.5 metres overnight.

    It was not until a sherman spotted the trios upturned boat about 4pm on Sunday that the mens family members and police realised something was amiss.

    Four Coast Guard boats, a police boat, a helicopter and search and rescue squad divers trawled a 120-square-nautical-mile area for the three men, while family members kept a vigil at Altona boat ramp.

    Julie Lieu, the girlfriend of Steven Do, said the men always enjoyed shing together.

    Life isnt meant to be fair, she said.One mans body was found about 10am on

    Monday, nine kilometres south-east of where the upturned boat was found on Sunday aernoon.

    e body of the second sherman was found about two hours later, about four kilometres south of the rst.

    e third body was located about 2.30pm, about a kilometre north of where the second body was located.

    According to police, the men were wearing lifejackets.

    Senior Sergeant ORourke said there were no restrictions on that type of boat being in the bay, but this one had been more suited to inland waterways.

    Boat tragedy warning

    He said there were a number of things people could learn from the tragedy: use a suitable vessel for the conditions, be aware of your boating and swimming capabilities, and wait for favourable bay conditions.

    Make sure you have all the correct safety equipment and you know how to use it, in particular, PFDs, which are personal otation devices, lifejackets.

    Let people know where youre going and,

    again, have a plan in place in case something goes wrong so you can self-rescue and be able to survive.

    with e Age

    Family members of the three men console each other Altona. (Joe Armao)

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    and remove debt. NTEU VU president Paul Adams accepts VU has been heavily hit by massive funding cuts but questions the decision to cut sta and close campuses while looking to expand into the outer east. It looks to us as if money is being taken out of the western suburbs and going into the eastern suburbs, he said. We think this is a misguided initiative.

    Mr Adams said the possible Berwick move contrasted with up to 80 further sta still to be cut from the university. He said the Victoria University Act required the university to develop and provide educational, cultural,

    Victoria University is defending its possible takeover of a campus in Melbournes outer-east while cutting courses, closing campuses and shedding jobs in the western suburbs.

    VU has set aside $3 million to investigate taking over Monash Universitys Berwick campus, despite withdrawing from campuses such as Melton and Sunbury in Melbournes rapidly growing west.

    e National Tertiary Education Union (NTEU) has questioned VUs priorities, yet the universitys management insists the short-term pain is necessary to see VU

    better positioned in the competitive tertiary education marketplace.

    e situation coincides with an auditor-generals report showing the cut-ravaged university last year lost millions of dollars.

    VUs operating budget to the end of 2014 was $423.7 million, with almost $16.8 million in savings from redundancies but with a $16 million operating decit.

    A VU spokeswoman said the university had incurred signicant restructuring costs while making radical but necessary changes, such as cutting sta, in a move to improve cash-ow

    professional, technical and vocational services and, in particular, to foster participation in post-secondary education for persons living or working in the western metropolitan region of Melbourne.

    e VU spokeswoman said the university was investing $58 million predominantly into western campuses. We have plans to see old and under-used buildings, like the Melton and Sunbury campuses, substituted by new learning links modern, collaborative spaces.

    Benjamin Millar

    Opposition mounts as VU turns away from west

    A public spat between two Maribyrnong councillors has escalated with tit-for-tat accusations of petulance and fabrication.

    Star Weekly last week reported claims Star Weekly last week reported claims Star Weeklyby Cr Catherine Cumming that she only apologised for implying Cr Michael Clarke was racist to save ratepayers $20,000 in tribunal costs.

    But Cr Clarke has labelled the suggestion a complete and utter fabrication that ignores her role in racking up a $15,000 bill on mediation.

    While Cr Cummings apology to me was heartfelt, her subsequent description of the circumstances around her actions is a very poor commentary on this councillors character, he said.

    I feel like a victim being told that they deserved the abuse. Her words were hurtful and untrue.

    Cr Cumming apologised at a recent council meeting for telling Cr Clarke last October he could be seen as racist over his decision to nominate fellow Labor councillor Martin Zakharov as mayor, rather than backing Cr Nam Quach, who has Vietnamese heritage.

    Cr Clarke said the tirade occurred at a mayoral function in front of Cr Martin Zakharov and a council ocer and within earshot of the public.

    Yet Cr Cumming maintains the conversation was private and could not have been overheard. She said she bore no responsibility for the $15,000 bill as she should never have had to apologise because it was what she truly felt.

    Cr Clarke labelled her claim that she only apologised to save ratepayers money as an absolute joke.

    Maribyrnong council would not release any details or costs relating to councillor mediation.

    Benjamin Millar

    Councillors still trading barbs

    By Goya Dmytryshchak

    Emotional mourners broke into song and laughter during Fridays state funeral for Joan Kirner, Williamstowns favourite daughter.

    Victorias only female premier was farewelled in a moving service at Williamstown Town Hall.

    Caroline Hogg, a minister in the Kirner government, performed a reading from Shakespeares Cymbeline and described Ms Kirner as the bravest woman I ever knew.

    Cousin Max Cole recalled that even as a child Ms Kirner had been committed to justice.

    When we were young kids, Joans dog got caught by the Essendon council dog-catcher, Dr Cole said. We crept up to the dog cart while the dog-catcher was chasing another dog down

    Val, favourite daughterHusband Ronald Kirner and family members carry the casket from the Williamstown Town Hall. (Justin McManus)

    the street and opened the door. We and ve dogs ran for our lives.

    Former Labor state secretary Jenny Beacham recalled Ms Kirners ability to empower others.

    She made us believe in ourselves and you could do anything aer talking to her, she said.

    Former Labor MP Candy Broad said Ms Kirner was tireless in promoting women and community whenever, wherever she could.

    She could be stubborn, wilful and down- right unreasonable in her pursuit of these goals, but we are all better o because of that determination, she said.

    Yorta Yorta Aboriginal leader Paul Briggs said Ms Kirner was troubled by the poverty and injustice a section of her community was suering. Noting that Ms Kirner was an Essendon fan, he recalled a couple of Aboriginal

    women humorously vowing to put a curse on John Elliot and the Carlton Football Club.

    Although John Elliot is no longer president of the Blues, you may argue the curse is still eective, he said.

    e funeral was attended by present and past premiers including Daniel Andrews, John Cain, Steve Bracks, Ted Baillieu and Je Kennett, as well as Opposition leader Matthew Guy and federal Opposition leader Bill Shorten.

    As Ms Kirners pallbearers started to leave, loudspeakers played Paul Kellys From little things big things grow.things big things grow.things big things grow

    Mourners slowly streamed out, crying and singing. Even in death, Ms Kirner took the community with her.

    Personal tributes can be posted at www.valejoankirner.org

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    An Altona Meadows couple who racked up a $7.7 million debt on a loan secured against their home and a Footscray pizza shop have had their repayments slashed aer a court found the wifes signature on the mortgage documents had been forged.

    Titles Strata Management pursued action against Frank and Luisa Nirta for failing to pay back $635,437 lent to pay o an earlier $450,000 loan that was in default.

    e Supreme Court of Victoria heard Mr Nirta told his wife he drew the rst loan to help associates invest in a Northern Territory camel farm but he told the court the funds were to be used to buy an abattoir in regional NSW.

    e second two-month loan was secured in August, 2011, by mortgages over Domenicos Pizza and Pasta Restaurant in Barkly Street, Footscray, and the couples Altona Meadows home. Interest was charged monthly at eight per cent, the debt reaching $7.75 million by the time of trial and climbing rapidly.

    Yet Mrs Nirta, representing herself, told the court she had known nothing about the loan and someone had forged her signatures on the loan agreement, the two mortgages and other loan documents.

    She denied meeting in an Altona cafe with Keith William Blackney, the broker who arranged the second loan and who witnessed the signatures. She was adamant that she would never have put the security of the home in jeopardy as she could not contemplate moving her severely disabled son.

    Victoria Associate Justice Melissa Daly said there was a murky aura surrounding this series of transactions.

    Overall, my conclusion is that if she is a liar, she is an exceptionally talented liar, she said of Mrs Nirta.

    I do not believe that she is suciently cunning and devious to maintain such a charade over such a long period of time and in such circumstances.

    She also found much of Mr Nirtas evidence lacked credibility.

    Mr Nirtas role in this whole transaction is, of course, the elephant in the room it is quite possible that the forgery of Mrs Nirtas signature was done by him, or by another at his request or with his connivance. However, on the state of the evidence I cannot make any conclusive ndings about Mr Nirtas role.

    Associate Justice Daly judged the unregistered mortgage over the home to be void but that the Footscray pizza shop should be sold to recover the amount loaned by Titles Strata as it was unaware there had been any fraud.

    e eight per cent monthly interest rate was found to be unjustiable and the statutory interest rate was instead set to have applied from 24 November 2011, the date that Titles Strata made a demand for payment.

    Forged papers cut $7.7m debt

    If she is a liar, she is an exceptionally talented liar - Melissa Daly Popular childrens author Andy Grith is selling the Williamstown seaside house that

    has been an inspiration for his recent writing.Grith, author of the Just! books and Just! books and Just! e Day

    My Bum Went Psycho, said his four-level home at 2/113 Esplanade had provided inspiration for his current Treehouse series, co-written and edited with wife Jill and illustrated by Terry Denton.

    Wed all be sitting there just looking out at the world from that beautiful second-oor aspect so it felt like we were in a treehouse, Grith said.

    We were involved in a make-believe game creating the books, looking out of our treehouse. It made me feel like I was 10 years old in my cousins treehouse. You dont come that far, really, from your childhood.

    e 52-Storey Treehouse was named book of the year in the 2015 Australian Book Industry Awards and was Australias best-selling book in 2014.

    e Esplanade house is listed for auction on June 13 at 11am with an asking price of $1.4-1.5 million.

    Its a unique property when we saw it we just went, this is amazing, Grith said.

    We can work at home and yet the whole world is right there. You feel like youre locked away somewhere.

    Grith is moving to a new home in the Williamstown area. He is among 70 authors who will appear at the Williamstown Literary Festival from June 13-14.

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    Kirner Garden or Kirner courts?By Goya Dmytryshchak

    e name of late former premier Joan Kirner has been dragged in to a long-running dispute over whether to convert the disused ladies bowling area on Williamstowns Dennis Reserve into open space or tennis courts.

    As reported by Star Weekly, a report to Hobsons Star Weekly, a report to Hobsons Star WeeklyBay council recommended the area be used for two more tennis courts funded by Williamstown Central Tennis Club.

    But Bonnie Gelman and Rob Lucas, who in 2013 collected about 170 signatures on a petition calling for the bowling green to become public open space, wrote to councillors last week saying a private donor had oered to contribute funds if the space could be called Joan Kirner Garden.

    Joan was an environmentalist and keen advocate of the idea of community ownership that we should all feel part of the public space, they said.

    Williamstown Central Tennis Club president Michael Greaves said Ms Kirner could be honoured in any number of ways.

    You could call them the Joan Kirner tennis courts if you wanted to, he said. ats neither here nor there.

    We could get lots of signatures to say that they would prefer tennis courts.

    Tennis has absolutely boomed in this area in the last ve, six, seven years and I dont understand why people keep saying there are enough tennis courts when were struggling to get enough for juniors in night competition.

    Hobsons Bay mayor Colleen Gates said Ms Kirner was a valued and much-loved resident of Williamstown.

    She gave so much to the local community, she said. It would be wonderful to be able to remember her signicant contribution in an appropriate way.

    Brooklyns Lachlan Mackinnon has been selected to represent Australia in lacrosse at Septembers world championships in the United States.

    But as a minor sport in Australia, with limited government funding, selection places a heavy burden on players, who have to pay their own way to the world titles.

    Mackinnon, 24, was among 23 players selected for the Australian mens indoor lacrosse team to compete in the FIL mens world indoor lacrosse championships in Syracuse, New York, from September 18-27.

    Mackinnon started in the sport aged four and now plays with Altona Lacrosse.

    For the past two years, he has undergone a rigorous selection process involving training camps and national competitions.

    Mackinnon said the Australian Lacrosse Association received no government funding for high performance and only limited commercial sponsorship.

    So he has created a gofundme page to help raise money towards his American dream of Australian gold.

    e lacrosse world championships are held every four years.

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    Trees vandalisedSix Monterey cypress saplings in Williamstown Botanic Gardens have been vandalised every week for a month, with the tops of the trees apparently snapped off to stop them growing. The trees had been planted 14 months ago to replace six others that had reached the end of their lives. A phased removal plan over a 15- to 25-year period has been drawn up for replacing dying trees with saplings of the same species. Anyone with information about tree vandalism is being urged to report it to Hobsons Bay council on 9932 1000.

    Melhem quits as whipWestern suburbs MP Cesar Melhem yesterday quit his role as government whip in the upper house following pressure over evidence given at the Royal Commission into union corruption. Mr Melhem denied allegations of wrongdoing but said continuing speculation about his role risked distracting the government.

    More than a pipe dreamAustralian artist Matthew Hardings sculpture Pipe Dreams has been chosen Pipe Dreams has been chosen Pipe Dreamsas Maribyrnong councils latest public art commission. The $170,000 artwork will be installed at the entrance to Pipemakers Park, home of the Living Museum of the West, at Maribyrnong.

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    Women in the west are being urged to share their creativity as part of the latest zine by Females for Equality Making Stu (FEMS).

    e brainchild of Freya Alexander, Cassandra Martin and Tegan Iversen, FEMS launched its rst zine in March at an art exhibition in Maidstone.

    Ms Alexander says the second edition will be based loosely around the theme of Diversity, chosen for a variety of reasons.

    One reason is that when we started we werent a particularly diverse group because it was mostly Victorian College of the Arts students or Melbourne University students very white, mostly heterosexual, so not super-diverse, she said. I think already thats beginning to change weve got a much more interesting range of people involved.

    Ms Martin said the theme also aimed to encourage a conversation around a broader range of topics.

    ere are so many dierent experiences women have and those things are inuenced by other things, like race or age or disability, so its just trying to broaden out, she said.

    e zine has certainly generated a lot of conversations.

    Ms Iversen said the project had attracted interest from people with written works, and FEMS would like to receive more pictorial submissions or a combination of both.

    e zines launch is expected around late July. Submissions close July 1. Details at cargocollective.com/FEMS or email [email protected]. .

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    Pregnant women and new mothers at risk of depression and anxiety could fall through the cracks when funding runs out this month on a successful Sunshine Hospital program.

    e two-year Perinatal Emotional Health program was funded in 2013 as part of the Victorian governments commitment to the National Prenatal Depression Initiative.

    e initiative is aimed at improving early detection of mental health issues around child- birth, and supporting and treating expectant and new mothers of Melbournes west who are

    experiencing feelings of sadness and anxiety. Yet, despite the pilot programs success, it will cease within weeks as funding dries up.

    In an address last week to a Melbourne Health Research Week forum, program manager Frances Bilbao noted that one in 10 women experienced depression in pregnancy, and anxiety rates were even higher.

    She said time pressures and a lack of training made screening impractical at a busy hospital like Sunshine, which last year recorded about 5500 births and was expected to reach 7200 births within a decade.

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    Cash drying up for mums in needidentify women who need extra help. Of the 2286 screenings, 403 (18 per cent) returned positive symptoms of depression or anxiety and felt unable to cope.

    NorthWestern Mental Health executive director Ruth Vine said the program was very successful despite having been in operation for a short time.

    ere remains a real need to embed and grow services to meet the needs of a complex community, including a diverse ethnic mix, many new arrivals, and new mothers with substance abuse problems and pre-existing mental health problems, she said.

    Greens MP Colleen Hartland said the western suburbs couldnt aord to lose such a vital program. We know womens mental health is particularly vulnerable in the months before and aer birth, so its critical the government make this an ongoing program, she said.

    ere are limited alternative support services available to women if this program ends. is pilot has been a success and should be continued.

    Women seeking support can call PANDAs (Post and Antenatal Depression Association) National Hotline on 1300 726 306 or nd advice fact sheets at www.panda.org.au.

    Services tackling family violence in the western suburbs face an uphill battle in the face of crippling funding cuts, a forum has heard.

    e Family Violence Forum in Footscray last Wednesday, organised by St Albans MP Natalie Suleyman and Footscray MP Marsha omson, aired a number of frustrations hampering service providers and police.

    It coincided with a record number of police referrals of family violence cases to Footscray-based Womens Health West, 7629 in the past 11 months or almost one every hour.

    e forum heard of womens reluctance to report intervention order breaches and their inability to leave abusive relationships because they were trapped by nancial hardship.

    Prevention of Family Violence Minister Fiona Richardson told the forum the royal commission into Family Violence was a vital step towards achieving a long-term impact.

    She said it was crucial to improve the way family violence was measured and to track whether progress was being made.

    We need some sort of measure that will tell us how were performing, so weve come up with the Family Violence Index, she said. e index will draw together data from the elds of crime, justice, health and education.

    Ms Richardson singled out the complex and inaccessible court system for failing to keep victims safe.

    e court system is a traumatising process, she said. Intervention orders are oen not worth the paper theyre written on.

    If you or someone you know is aected by sexual assault, domestic or family violence, call 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732 or visit www.1800RESPECT.org.au.

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    Footscray MP Marsha Thomson, Prevention of Family Violence minister Fiona Richardson and St Albans MP Natalie Suleyman at the Family Violence Forum in Footscray. (Benjamin Millar)

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    Students have enjoyed a chance to try their hand at a range of trades as part of Maribyrnong councils Try a Trade Expo. Run by the Youth Services Team at RecWest in West Footscray, the recent event involved young participants lling in a passport with stamps from each of the various trades on show. Pictured are Jenan, a year 9 student from the Australian International Academy, and teacher Daniel Bonnici, of Bayside P-12 College, who was supervising the carpentry table.

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    Victoria Police has announced a $1 million reward for information in a bid to solve a 30-year-old case of a woman last seen at Newport.

    Debbie Lorraine Bunworth (pictured), then aged 24, was last seen alive at Newport train station on September 6, 1985.

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    Williamstowns Helen Smith has been appointed a member of the Order of Australia in the Queens Birthday honours for her service to fencing as an Olympic athlete, coach, mentor and referee.

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    Steam Packet HotelFriday, June 12Live music is back at The Packet. Every Friday from 9pm-midnight, with Sean McLaughlin lined up for this week. Free.13 Cole Street, Williamstown

    Way Out West Roots Music ClubSunday, June 14Pugsley Buzzard is a consummate artist performing hundreds of shows every year. From the jazz cellars of Berlin to downtown New Orleans, Pugsley has dazzled audiences far and wide with his unique brand of piano-driven boogie and huge, mesmerising voice. From 2pm. Door price $15 ($10 WOW members).128 Ferguson Street, Williamstown

    Bar of BengalSunday, June 14McSherry OBrien, Cranky Pants and Mavro Balls will join solo guitarist Marcus Sturrock to play live at a winter solstice fundraiser for West Welcome Wagon, a volunteer organisation that supports local asylum-seekers. From 4-7.30pm. Tickets $5 (under-18 free).212a Whitehall Street, Yarraville

    The Yarraville ClubSaturday, June 27The Kiss Alive 40th Anniversary Celebration comes to Yarraville with a stellar line-up featuring Ashley Naylor, Marc Welsh, Jim Coelli, Brett Wolfenden, Pat Carmody, Kat Spazzy, Tommy Boyce and Gemma Sharard. Tickets from $25 via www.yarravillelive.com.135 Stephen Street, Yarraville

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    Blue Light DiscoThe next Williamstown Blue Light Disco is on June 19, 7.30-9.30pm, at the Newport Baptist Church Hall, 26 Mason Street, Newport. Discos for youngsters aged eight to 15 are held on the third Friday of the month (except school and public holidays). The cost is $7. To celebrate your birthday at the next disco, call Helene on 0418 388 436. For details on the disco, call Leading Senior Constable Scott Sutton: 9392 3230

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    Trivia night to aid NepalAltona Meadows Claire Morton is hosting a trivia night to raise money for girls and women in Nepal. It will be on June 12 from 7.30-9.30pm at the Hub @ Docklands, 80 Harbour Esplanade, Docklands. Tickets cost $30, which covers snacks. For tickets, search for Trek for girls Claires trekkin trivia night at eventbrite.com.au

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    View Saturday 12:00 - 12:30pm Auction Saturday 13th June 12:30pmEPR Comparable Sales AvailableRichard Anile 0433 328 738 Anthony Anile 0421 056 056

    Exquisite FamilyFamily Home In AltonaAltona Bay

    Situated in one of Altona Meadows most sought after pockets and set on a substantial allotmentof some 730sq/m (approx.) of land is this stunning and impeccably maintained four-bedroom familyhome. Two Large living spaces alongside the open plan kitchen, dining area and study. Outsidethe oversized undercover alfresco area makes outdoor living easy and the cafe style blinds make itperfect for entertaining all year round. Auction scheduled for the 13th of June, come an inspect thisimpressive property today!

    ALTONA MEADOWS 2 CHEASLEY PLACE

    AUCTION

    SATURDAY

    4A 2B 2C

    View Saturday 12:00 - 12:30pm Auction Saturday 13th June 12:30pmEPR Comparable Sales AvailableMem Copur 0413 894 581 Gus Anile 0425 781 466

    Convenience, Luxury & LifestyleLifestyle

    Bright natural light, inviting spaces and quality finishes are key features of this faultlessly presented 3bedroom, 2 bathroom townhouse, with street frontage and part of a boutique designer developmentin a pocket that is attractively quiet yet also completely convenient.

    BROOKLYN 2/32-34 CYPRESS AVENUE

    AUCTION

    SATURDAY

    3A 2B 2C

    55A 33B 33CView Saturday 12:00 - 12:30pm Private SaleEPR $690,000 PlusSamantha McCarthy 0431 712 899 Anthony Anile 0421 056 056

    SuperbSuperb QualityQuality,Quality,Quality IdealIdeal Location

    Located in the highly sought after south side of Werribee, within a short stroll to the Werribee River and completed with supreme quality. Built on 909m2 (approx.), with 5 bedrooms, 3 bathroomsplus multiple entertaining areas outside. The bonus self-contained apartment which is within the original roof line offersoffersof a multitude of options. Packed with quality & extras, air conditioning, heating,Jarrah floorboards, granite benches, high ceilings & a 3 car lock up garage, this is a must see!

    WERRIBEE 25 HILLRISE COURT

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    ALTONA: 50 PIER STREET T. 9398 8044 HOCKINGSTUART.COM.AU

    View Saturday 2:00 - 2:30 Auction Saturday 13th June 2:30pmEPR Comparable Sales AvailableMem Copur 0413 894 581 Anthony Anile 0421 056 056

    Premium Waterfrterfront Position withwith RefinedRefined Design AppealAppeal

    YoYou love entertaining and need a flexible layout with lifestyle options or just want to simply sit on thebalcony,balcony,balcony watch the sun set & listen to the waves. This cleverly designed 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, lightfilled waterfront home will tick all the boxes.

    SEAHOLME 27A BEACH STREET

    AUCTION

    SATURDAY

    4A 2B 4C

    View Saturday 10:15 - 10:45am Auction Saturday 27th June 10:30amEPR Comparable Sales AvailableMem Copur 0413 894 581 Gus Anile 0425 781 466

    Dimensions thatthat invite ideas!ideas!

    The substantial allotment of approx. 710sqm that surrounds this three bedroom residence creates acontext for considering multi dwelling re-development or renovation and dual occupancy possibilities(STCA). Land size: 15.5m X 45.9m 710sqm (approx)

    BROOKLYN 4 ALMOND AVENUE

    3A 1B 2C

    WILLIAMSTOWN: 3/73 DOUGLAS PARADE T. 9399 9888 HOCKINGSTUART.COM.AU

    View AuctionEPR

    WILLIAMSTOWN 17 DOUCH STREET

    AUCTION

    SATURDAY

    A B C

    View AuctionEPR

    WILLIAMSTOWN 17 DOUCH STREET

    A B C

    View Saturday 23rd May 11:00am - 11:30am Auction Saturday 13th June 1:30pmEPR $950,000 PlusJohn Grech 0499 984 445 Joanne Royston 0402 996 622

    Invest in your futurfuture

    An exceptional opportunity for renovators and astute developers to invest, occupy,occupy,occupy develop orrefurbish this spacious 5BR family home in the treasured pocket of Williamstown. Boasting a584sqm (approx.) block with side access and off-stroff-strof eet-entry,eet-entry,eet-entry this original home offersoffersof fully functionalaccommodations to move in now and renovate later. Presented here is a rare opportunity to invest inyour future. Act Now!

    WILLIAMSTOWN 17 DOUCH STREET

    5A 2B 2C

    ALTONA: 50 PIER STREET T. 9398 8044 HOCKINGSTUART.COM.AU

    View Saturday 1:00 - 1:30pm Private SaleEPR $645,000 - $675,000Samantha McCarthy 0431 712 899 Werribee Office 9731 7022

    SOARING SPACES,SPACES,SP GRAND DESIGN

    Greeted by a grand facade & manicured gardens, this stunning Metricon home comes completewith multiple formal & informal living zones across both levels, plus theatre room. The kitchen ishigh quality,quality,quality with stone bench tops, s/s appliances & walk in pantry. Master with WIR, full en suite &enclosed balcony plus 4 large bedrooms with BIRs.BIRs.BIR The outdoor alfresco will host any family event,all year round & is easily accessible for indoor/outdoor entertaining. Other features; zoned heating &cooling, DLUG with remote, internal & drive through access, powder room, study & loads more!

    POINT COOK 18 HUGO DRIVE

    4A 2B 2C

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    Auction this Saturday

    A 1 B 1 C 0Auction Saturday 13th June 11:00amPrice Guide $195,000 - $205,000Inspect Saturday

    10:30 - 11.00am2Ice 320 %arkly Street, )ootscray.

    9689 8388Contact Darren Dean 0438 550 055

    /ee 0arks 0400 997 755

    &hic, &B' Footscray Studio $Sartment5eminiscent of 0anhattan living +oused within a beautiIully reIurbished turn oIcentury building 1st Iloor living, attractive quality Iit-out, only5 years old 2IIers light living space large balcony open plan kitchen high ceilings Security coded entry to Ieature stairwell

    Footscray 4232 1icholson Street

    A 3 B 1 C 1Auction Saturday 4th July 11:00amPrice Guide $480,000 - $520,000Inspect Saturday

    11.15 - 11.45am2Ice 33 Anderson Street, Yarraville.

    968 8388Contact Darren Dean 0438 550 055

    Summer Salvato 0418 550 211

    First Time 2ffered 2ne Family Home Full2f History* Tired requiring the golden touch oI a newowner* 5 principal room Iamily home circa 1950s* Set on residential land 12 [ 36.5m appro[* ,deal Iirst home Ior a live in renovator* Short stroll to sport Iacilities, Cruickshank park strip shopping

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    MARIBYRNONG 9317 5577

    MARIBYRNONG3 SKYLINE DRIVEBREATHTAKING, BEAUTIFUL AND BRILLIANTBEST DESCRIBES THIS SPECTACULAR ABODELocated in the prestigious Edgewater estatemoments to all the delights Maribyrnong has tooffer and designed for stylish living you canentertain with uninterrupted views of parklands,the city skyline and the majestic river.

    This exquisite residence showcases:

    Four spacious bedrooms with built in robes,master with full ensuite and walk in robe

    Sparkling central bathroom Open plan kitchen with stainless steel

    appliances and stone benchtops Meals and living area leading onto a huge

    balcony to capture the panoramic views Additional oversized living area downstairs

    that follows onto the outdoor deckedentertaining area

    Double remote control lock up garage Refrigerated heating and cooling throughout

    Within walking distance to public transport,Highpoint Shopping complex, schools, aquaticcentre, parklands and a short drive toMelbournes CBD this is sure to impress.

    A great home in a great location.

    AUCTIONSaturday 27th June at 2:30pmVIEWAs advertised or by appointmentCONTACTNick Meddis 0422 776 981Mark Basilone 0411 244 801OFFICE93 Rosamond Road, Maribyrnong9317 5577

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    MAIDSTONE 9 MYRTLE DRIVELOOK NO FURTHER, A WONDERFUL HOME IS HEREA quality family home in a quiet cul-de-sac of Maidstone. Beautiful indoor/r/r outdoorentertaining areas make this property perfect for a family looking for a little classand space. Comprising: Four bedrooms with BIRs (main with WIR and ensuite) Beautiful open plan living zone with polished boards Heating/cooling throughout Gourmet kitchen with stone bench tops and stainless steel appliances Separate laundry Great Alfresco BBQ area Double car garage with internal access Three separate living areas and plenty more

    AUCTIONSaturday 4th July at 1:00pmVIEWAs advertised or by appointmentCONTACTSimon Gray 0415 034 855Paul Boicos 0499 994 321OFFICE93 Rosamond Road, Maribyrnong9317 5577

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    MARIBYRNONG 9317 5577

    MARIBYRNONG34 CUMBERLAND DRIVEMAGNIFICENT BEST DESCRIBES THIS HOMEThis architectural masterpiece has the wowfactor inside and out. An exclusive familyresidence offers expansive family living withprime north facing and in the heart of theprestigious Edgewater estate.Set over three exciting levels and boasting riverand city views, this remarkable abode is like noother with enormous spaces and magnificententertaining areas.

    Three luxury bedrooms with double built inrobes, master with full ensuite and walk inrobes with access to large balcony withpanoramic views

    Two sparkling bathrooms with feature built inLCD televisions

    Theatre room with full surround soundsystem

    Music room with separate powder room Spectacular roof top entertainment area with

    views Large open plan living with feature fire place Modern hostess kitchen with stone bench tops

    and Miele appliances adjoining meals areawith bi fold doors leading onto outdoor deckedarea with an 8 people Jacuzzi and built inBBQ

    C-bus system throughout Double remote lock up garage with extra work

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    Within walking distance to public transport,eateries, Maribyrnong River, highpoint shoppingcentre and all other major amenities, this homehas it all.

    FORTHCOMING AUCTIONVIEWAs advertised or by appointmentCONTACTNick Meddis 0422 776 981Mark Basilone 0411 244 801OFFICE93 Rosamond Road, Maribyrnong9317 5577

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    MAIDSTONE16 GREVILLEA CIRCUITCHARISMATIC, CHIC AND SPACIOUS - ITS ALLABOUT LIFESTYLEOnce you enter the front door, embrace theambiance and comforts that this wonderfulabode has to offer.

    Set within the Willow Park Estate enjoy thewonderful convenience that is within closeproximity from your front door step to Highpointshopping centre, public transport, schools andMelbournes CBD.

    Some of the attributes of this abode are:

    Three generous bedrooms with wardrobes Huge master bedroom with ensuite Superb living and dining zones Up to the minute Kitchen Main bathroom Remote garage with internal access Huge, manicured front and rear courtyards -

    ideal for the growing family

    AUCTIONSaturday 20th June at 12:00pmVIEWAs advertised or by appointmentCONTACTPaul Boicos 0499 994 321Mark Basilone 0411 244 801OFFICE93 Rosamond Road, Maribyrnong9317 5577

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    Williamstown 2/113 Esplanade bed 4 | bath 2 | car 2

    Guide $1,400,000-$1,500,000

    Auction 11am Saturday 13th June on location

    Inspect 10:30-11am Saturday

    Contact Dee Gibson 0416 091 369 & Adrian Butera 0409 099 791

    Williamstown 9397 1600

    Auction

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    Newport 13 Croker Street bed 3 | bath 1 | car 3

    Guide $500,000-$530,000

    Auction 1pm Saturday 13th June on location

    Inspect 12:30-1pm Saturday

    Contact Colin Rich 0414 397 164 & Steele Sexton 0403 557 711

    Williamstown 9397 1600

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    Williamstown 1/29 Champion Road bed 2 | bath 1 | car 1

    Guide $350,000 plus

    Auction 12pm Saturday 13th June on location

    Inspect 5:30-6pm Thursday & 11:30am-12pm Saturday

    Contact Brent Johnson 0449 871 902 & Julie Standen 0414 901 098

    Williamstown 9397 1600

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    Williamstown 117 Power Street bed 4 | bath 2 | car 2

    Guide $1,200,000-$1,300,000

    Auction 2pm Saturday 13th June on location

    Inspect 5:30-6pmWednesday & 1:30-2pm Saturday

    Contact Susie ONeill 0417 755 450 & Adrian Butera 0409 099 791

    Williamstown 9397 1600

    Auction

    thisSaturday

    Altona North 117 Fifth Avenue bed 3 | bath 1 | car 4

    Guide $590,000 plus

    Auction 1pm Saturday 20th June on location

    Inspect 11-11:30am Saturday & 11-11:30am Sunday

    Contact John Galea 0405 564 669 & Joseph Luppino 0411 508 458

    Williamstown 9397 1600

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    Maidstone 2 Magnolia Path bed 2 | bath 2 | car 2

    Guide $440,000-$480,000

    Auction 1pm Saturday 27th June on location

    Inspect 5:30-6pm Thursday & 3-3:30pm Saturday

    Contact Joseph Luppino 0411 508 458 & Traci Charles 0425 717 489

    Yarraville 9314 1188

    Williamstown 4/261 Nelson Place bed 4 | bath 3 | car 3

    For Sale $2,490,000

    Inspect By appointment

    Contact Adrian Butera 0409 099 791 & Dee Gibson 0416 091 369

    Williamstown 9397 1600

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    For Auction or Sale NowAuction - This Saturday 13 June26 Fowler Crescent NEWPORT $612,500 SOLD BEFORE AUCTION Daniella Sherwin 0403 380 262

    Auctions - Saturday 20 June3 Gordon Street NEWPORT $760 - $830,000 Sat 13 June - 2.15 - 2.45 Sun 14 June - 10.30 - 11.00

    2 Proctor Street WILLIAMSTOWN $1.2m - $1.3m Sat 13 June - 12.00 - 12.30 Sun 14 June - 11.45 - 12.15

    50 Hanmer Street WILLIAMSTOWN $1.2m - $1.3m Sat 13 June - 11.30 - 12.00 Sun 14 June - 11.30 - 12.00

    Auctions - Saturday 27 June210/4 - 18 Ferguson Street WILLIAMSTOWN $395,000 SOLD BEFORE AUCTION Daniella Sherwin 0403 380 262

    13 Russell Place WILLIAMSTOWN $670 - $720,000 Sat 13 June - 12.45 - 1.15 Sun 14 June - 12.00 - 12.30

    29 Clark Street WILLIAMSTOWN $650 - $700,000 Sat 13 June - 12.15 - 12.45 Sun 14 June - 10.45 - 11.15

    67 Alma TeTeT rrace NEWPORT $695,000 SOLD BEFORE AUCTION LaurenWood 0411 648 509

    Auctions - Saturday 4 July7 Hope Street SPOTSWOOD $540 - $580,000 Sat 13 June - 9.30 - 10.00 Sun 14 June - 1.00 - 1.30

    80 Hobson Street NEWPORT $1.35m - $1.45m Sat 13 June - 10.15 - 10.45 Sun 14 June - 12.15 - 12.45

    FoFoF rthcoming Auctions29 Park Crescent WILLIAMSTOWN $850 - $900,000 Sat 13 June - 12.00 - 12.30 Sun 14 June - 12.45 - 1.15

    64 Kernot Street SOUTH KINGSVILLE $650 - $690,000 Sat 13 June - 1.30 - 2.00 Sun 14 June - 11.15 - 11.45

    Private Sales8 Bath Place WILLIAMSTOWN $880,000 Sat 13 June - 11.15 - 11.45 Sun 14 June - 11.00 - 11.30

    100 Victoria Street WILLIAMSTOWN POA Sat 13 June - 11.15 - 11.45 Michael Harvey 0425 737 672

    1 LalorWay WILLIAMSTOWN $1.5m - $1.6m ENJOY THE BEST! Daniella Sherwin 0403 380 262

    25A Power Street WILLIAMSTOWN $710,000 PERFECT IN POWER! Katie Smith 0425 737 673

    151 Nelson Place WILLIAMSTOWN $1,600,000 COMMERCIAL/RESIDENTIAL DELIGHT Katie Smith 0425 737 673

    8 Morwick Street SPOTSWOOD $640,000 SOLD! SamWilson 0404 865 018

    For Auction or Sale NowFoFoF rthcoming Auctions76A Graham Street NEWPORT $780 - $850,000 QUALITY BRAND NEW HOME Katie Smith 0425 737 673

    52 Bayview Street WILLIAMSTOWN $1.35m - $1.45m 6 STATAT RS OF EXCELLENCE Rosemary Jamonts 0405 535 43444

    1C Park Crescent WILLIAMSTOWN $850,000 SOLD BEFORE AUCTION Nathan Smith 0400 843 331

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    Williamstown 13 Russell PlaceA PLACE TO CALL HOME This charming and recently updated terrace home is nestled in oneof Williamstowns most premium streets, so central, you can walk toeverytyty hing!

    Perfect for couples, downsizers and investors, this home is lowmaintenance and is ready for you to move in and enjnjn oy

    The bright, open-plan kitchen, dining and living room steps out throughdouble doors to a fantastic, undercover paved entertaining area and agood sized rear yard

    Further features include: polished oorboards, high ceilings, ductedheating, evaporative cooling, a garden shed and rear car access

    With shops, cafes, schools, public transport and The Strand waterfront allwithin strolling distance, the Williamstown lifestyle awaits!

    AUCTION Saturday 27 June at 11.30MELWLWL AWAW YAYA S 56 B7INSPECT Saturday 13 June - 12.45 - 1.15

    Sunday 14 June - 12.00 - 12.30

    ENQUIRY $670 - $720,000CONTATAT CT Lauren Wood 0411 648 509

    [email protected]

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    Williamstown 29 Clark StreetCHARACTER, LOCATION AND OOZING WITH CHARM If real estate is about location, location, location, then this freestanding,single front Victorian is in a truly blue-chip location

    This classic home offfff ers two bedrooms, one bathroom and a central livingarea owing from the main hallway

    WaWaW lkthrough to the kitchen area with ample bench and storage space

    FeFeF aturing: oorboards, high ceilings, split system, an open replace andstorage shed

    Positioned to enjnjn oy easy access to the attractions and amenities thatWilliamstown has to offfff er,r,r including The Strand waterfront, shoppingprecinct, cafes, restaurants and only minutes to Melbourne CBD

    Offfff ering a uid and easy care layout, this home provides convenient livingwith the charm of character

    AUCTION Saturday 27 June at 12.30MELWLWL AWAW YAYA S 56 C8INSPECT Saturday 13 June - 12.15 - 12.45

    Sunday 14 June - 10.45 - 11.15

    ENQUIRY $650 - $700,000CONTATAT CT Daniella Sherwin 0403 380 262

    [email protected]

    NEW LISTING

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    Williamstown 50 Hanmer StreetIMPRESSIVE FAMILY DIMENSIONS A deceptively large family home nestled in blue-chip Hanmer Street, whereyou can walk to everytyty hing!

    Offfff ering eight principal rooms, including ve bedrooms and three livingspaces, this fantastic property would suit the largest of families

    A home that blends the character of its Circa 1890 origins, with all of themodern day conveniences

    Recently renovated kitchen with generous stone island bench, updatedappliances, renovated designer bathrooms, new carpet and beautifullyrefurbished throughout

    Ground oor master bedroom with spectacular ensuite, plus secondmaster bedroom upstairs also with an ensuite, making this an incrediblyversatile home

    An established backykyk ard with decking / entertaining area and a lovelygarden outlook

    TwTwT o split systems / cooling, gas log replace plus second gas heater anda separate laundry with ample storage

    An address that is second to none for convenience WaWaW lk to schools,shops, train station, beach and cafes

    AUCTION Saturday 20 June at 1.30MELWLWL AWAW YAYA S 56 D10INSPECT Saturday 13 June - 11.30 - 12.00

    Sunday 14 June - 11.30 - 12.00

    ENQUIRY $1.2m - $1.3mCONTATAT CT Daniella Sherwin 0403 380 262

    [email protected]

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    Newport 3 Gordon StreetSOLID FAMILY HOME WITH HUGE POTENTIAL This perfectly maintained, spacious family home is being offfff ered to themarket for the rst time in more than 30 years

    Set on approximately 562sqm, this home has stacks of potential Movein and enjnjn oy the property as is, or renovate, extend, build your dream homeor dual occupancy (STCA)

    Offfff ering four well-sized bedrooms, main with ensuite, central bathroom,open-plan kitchen, meals and living, plus a separate formal living / diningroom

    A sensational, sun drenched backykyk ard full of established gardens and fruittrees, has space for whatever your heart desires. A wide side drive withaccess to garage and storage shed completes the picture

    Positioned in a quiet street with bus stops, schools, shops and NewportLakes only a short stroll away, and the corner milk bar within metres

    Extra features include: TwTwT o living areas, oorboards, ducted heatingthroughout and a split system

    AUCTION Saturday 20 June at 11.30MELWLWL AWAW YAYA S 55 F3INSPECT Saturday 13 June - 2.15 - 2.45

    Sunday 14 June - 10.30 - 11.00

    ENQUIRY $760 - $830,000CONTATAT CT Katie Smith 0425 737 673

    [email protected]

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    Spotswood 7 Hope StreetTHE HEART OF SPOTSWOOD Nestled in Spotswoods vibrant hub, where you can walk to everytyty hing!

    This beautiful, freestanding brick Victorian will warm your heart

    A much loved home that the current owner has truly enjnjn oyed over the years

    Offfff ering two bedrooms with robes, spacious living room, separate kitchen/ meals, through to a wonderful backykyk ard with an undercover entertainingspace plus a storage shed

    FeFeF atures include: glorious high ceilings, timber oorboards, claw-foot bath,recently re-roofed, split system cooling and hydronic heating

    High front fence ensures privacy and security, with the added bonus of agorgeous front garden / sitting area

    A property that offfff ers exciting potential and plentiful opportunity at anafffff ordable level

    The perfect rst home, investment, or an ideal inner city pad for the busyprofessional

    A highly desired Central Spotswood location that consistently performs

    Strolling distance to train station, shops, cafes, schools, parks and golfcourse its all here! Easy direct access into Melbourne CBD

    AUCTION Saturday 4 July at 12.30MELWLWL AWAW YAYA S 55 K1INSPECT Saturday 13 June - 9.30 - 10.00

    Sunday 14 June - 1.00 - 1.30

    ENQUIRY $540 - $580,000CONTATAT CT Nathan Smith 0400 843 331

    [email protected]

    NEW LISTING

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    169 BARKLY STREET FOOTSCRAY 9689 6011 | 3/473 BALLARAT RD SUNSHINE 9311 8188 TRIMSON.COM.AU

    FOOTSCRAY10C PAISLEY STREET

    PROMINENT INVESTMENT

    Prime central CBD location Occupied as restaurant/cafe Lease commenced 23rd June 2014 Term 3 years plus 4 x further 3 year terms Gross rental $56,300 per annum

    AUCTION THIS THURSDAY

    Auction: Thursday 11th June 12.00 noonPrice: Contact AgentInspect: Thursday 11.30am to 12.00pmContact: Philip Mazzella 0418 360 789

    John Verduci 0411 660 844Footscray 9689 6011

    MAIDSTONE200 BALLARAT ROAD

    THINK OF THE POSSIBILITIES

    Great 685sqm land Plenty of potential Scope to improve and develop (STCA) Perfect central location Handy to all amenities and attractions

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    AUCTION THIS SATURDAY

    Auction: Saturday 13th June 12.30pmPrice: Contact AgentInspect: Saturday 12.00 to 12.30pmContact: Philip Mazzella 0418 360 789

    Footscray 9689 6011

    NORTH SUNSHINE3 IMPERIAL AVENUE

    HUGE PROPORTIONS

    Land size approx 1850m2 Industrial 3 zoning Large yard and building areas Blossoming industrial area Close to Ring Rd. Vacant Possession

    Auction: Thursday 9th July 2pmPrice: Contact AgentInspect: by appointmentContact: Philip Mazzella 0418 360 789

    Frank Trimboli 0412 325 952Footscray 9689 6011

    MAIDSTONE75 BALLARAT ROAD

    NOT FOR THE FAINT HEARTED

    Ransacked and damaged Generous 550sqm land Single fronted home and adjoining land Discover the options Renovate, develop, explore

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    Private Sale:Price: Contact AgentInspect: by appointmentContact: Taylor Romao 0428 888 754

    Footscray 9689 6011

    49 Ferguson Street,Williamstown VIC 3016P 03 9397 5555

    GUNNANDCO.COM.AU HONESTY INTEGRITY RESULTS

    Enter the ground floor feat 1 of 4 bdrms complete withen suite, stylish kitchen feat stone bench tops, 900mmS/S appliances (inc. D/W) & glass splash back, openplan living & dining that connects to a landscapedyard - ideal for alfresco entertaining. 3 further bdrmsupstairs, another with its own en suite & WIR! Furtherfeats inc a large main bthrm, ample separate laundry,polished timber floors, carpeted bdrms, centralheating/cooling, intercom, alarm & private accessto the remote LUG. Close to all amenities, inc shops,schools, public transport & easy access to the CBD.

    PRICE$690,000 - $750,000VIEWSaturday 11:15 - 11:45AMAGENTRicky Peacock M 0407 770 451

    NEWPORT2/27 Clyde St

    PRIVATE SALE

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    YoYoY u have heard it all, capital gains, position,depreciation, low interest rates, & quality built product.In addition the property includes a happy tenant lockedinto early 2016. This new building inc; 2 Bdrms, 1opens on to the upstairs balcony. Split system heating& cooling. Powder room. Huge living area with timberfloors. Single LUG with remote control. Upstairs studynook/toy area. Modern kitchen, inc D/W & stone tops.Tiled bthrms with quality vanities & dbl showers. Sepentry from the modern drive & landscaped front. Northfacing rear yard with clothes line & water tank.

    PRICE$590,000+VIEWSaturday 10:30 - 11:00AMAGENTKevin Gunn M 0418 997 914

    NEWPORT2/85 Graham St

    PRIVATE SALE

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  • 31 MARIBYRNONG & HOBSONS BAY STAR WEEKLY \ JUNE 10, 2015

    49 Ferguson Street,Williamstown VIC 3016P 03 9397 5555

    GUNNANDCO.COM.AU HONESTY INTEGRITY RESULTS

    Located opposite the Wembley Primary School, nextto the shops, & backing on to McIver Reserve. This3 bedroom home is ideal for a young family. In themiddle of YaYaY rravilles thriving family area. Inc. 2550ceiling height, covered timber floors, underfloor ductedheating, alarm, large living room with a formal diningroom, this property ticks the boxes. The kitchen is up todate, the shower is separate from the large bathroom,& the private toilet is off the laundry. All very workable.Tandem garage & there is room for 2-3 more in thedrive. This property is a great opportunity.

    PRICE$660,000 - $700,000AUCTIONSaturday 4th July 1:30PMVIEWSaturday 11:15 - 11:45AMAGENTKevin Gunn M 0418 997 914

    YARRAVILLE38 Wembley Ave

    AUCTION

    3 2 1

    This delightful, character-laden home is sure towin your heart, inside youll discover a tastefulcontemporary, urban interior, offering all theconveniences you could ever desire. Move in straightaway & start enjoying the benefits this property& location have to offer or purchase for a soundinvestment. This low maintenance dbl story townhousecomprises of 3 dbl bdrms, master with en-suite &WIR, main bthrm, open plan kitchen/dining & livingarea, rear courtyard, heating/cooling, & remote LUG.Schools, shops & public transport are all nearby.

    PRICE$625,000VIEWSaturday 11:00 - 11:30AMAGENTAnthony Gunn M 0409 377 449Kevin Gunn M 0418 997 914

    NEWPORT3/119 Blackshaws Rd

    PRIVATE SALE

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    There is a generous open plan Family/meals/kitchenarea overlooking an Alfresco BBQ rear yard area. Astylish kitchen with S/S appliances inc D/W & stonebenches provides space for entertaining. 5 bdrms, or 4& study, master with ensuite & balcony, plus 2 furtherbth