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From the editorWelcome to the first edition of House Proud Magazine. I am delighted you have taken the time to leaf through our magazine and I hope that you will thoroughly enjoy it now and in the future.

Home is where we go to relax, to be our-selves and is ultimately a reflection of who we are. In this bi-monthly magazine, we will show you new ways to vamp up your home, keep on top of your garden and cook up a storm in the kitchen.

The local community plays an important role in our home life. We therefore welcome community news, views, forthcoming events and local information to help

keep you, our readers, connected. So please feel free to write in and share your thoughts, announcements or anything else you may wish to share with your community.

The free classified section invites you to buy and sell items with ease and will feature in each edition (see page 13 for more details). If this proves popular, we may be able to find the space to increase the number of adverts.

So as the nights begin to draw in and the days become a bit cooler, curl up and enjoy all this magazine has to offer.

Vicki Editor

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6 Street Appeal in a Day 8 Staging the Perfect Open Home

11 Cookbook 13 Classifieds 14 Stay Green this Winter 15 DIY Corner

17 Coffee Break Quiz

19 Handy Tips & Tricks

20 Q&A

22 Real Estate Roundup 24 Kids Corner 27 Quiz Answers 29 Phonebook

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grinding to direct trauma, stress, postural and neck problems. Sometimes the problem is related to the positioning or absence of teeth. Symptoms may also include ear pain or blocking, tooth pain in a dentally healthy tooth, headaches, facial pain or even swallowing discomfort.

Heads Up Physiotherapy has been established at 64 Troughton Rd Sunnybank to provide a much needed, very effective treatment option for jaw problems and headaches to the local community. Jaw pain and headaches often occur together. Jeanne Read has training in both these areas. She has treated jaw problems for over 20 years and is also skilled in Dean Watson’s highly effective headache and migraine techniques.

Some jaw problems can be treated in only a few visits plus advice and a home program. Complex conditions can require more lengthy

intervention and possible referral to dental or medical specialists. Addressing assessment and treatment from both TMJ and headache perspectives will have a better outcome.

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Temperomandibular (TMJ) or Jaw problems which include pain, clicking and an inability to fully open the mouth are surprisingly common. There are many causes for these problems including mus-cle imbalances and over use from poor habits, such as clenching and

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grinding to direct trauma, stress, postural and neck problems. Sometimes the problem is related to the positioning or absence of teeth. Symptoms may also include ear pain or blocking, tooth pain in a dentally healthy tooth, headaches, facial pain or even swallowing discomfort.

Heads Up Physiotherapy has been established at 64 Troughton Rd Sunnybank to provide a much needed, very effective treatment option for jaw problems and headaches to the local community. Jaw pain and headaches often occur together. Jeanne Read has training in both these areas. She has treated jaw problems for over 20 years and is also skilled in Dean Watson’s highly effective headache and migraine techniques.

Some jaw problems can be treated in only a few visits plus advice and a home program. Complex conditions can require more lengthy

intervention and possible referral to dental or medical specialists. Addressing assessment and treatment from both TMJ and headache perspectives will have a better outcome.

For more information phone Heads Up Physiotherapy on 3216 9464 or visit headsupphysio.com.au.

Temperomandibular (TMJ) or Jaw problems which include pain, clicking and an inability to fully open the mouth are surprisingly common. There are many causes for these problems including mus-cle imbalances and over use from poor habits, such as clenching and

There is relief for sufferers of Jaw Pain

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Street appeal in a day If your home's street appeal makes a great first impression, everyone -

including potential homebuyers and tenants - will want to see what's inside. Here are a few day projects you can do to vamp up that curb appeal.

Dress up the front door Give your front door a blast of colour with paint or install one of the many stylish timber finished doors available on the market. Clean off any dirty spots around the knob and use metal polish on the door fixtures.

Create an instant garden quickly and affordably. Container gardens add a welcoming feel and colourful appeal to any home exterior. Ready-made containers are available at garden centres or create your own staggered, asymmetrical design, which works best to create a dynamic setting.

Install outdoor lighting to give your home street appeal whilst also providing safety and security. Lighting fixtures can add accent lighting to trees, the house or to illuminate a walking path. You could also install solar fixtures (remember their light levels are not as bright or as reliable).

Create perfect symmetry Not only is it pleasing to the eye, it's also the simplest to arrange. Symmetrical compositions of light fixtures and front door accents create welcoming entryways.

Replace old hardware such as house numbers, the entry door lockset, a wall-mounted mailbox and install an overhead light fixture. These add style and interest to your home's exterior. Use these features collectively for the best results and avoid mix-and-match pieces. Oiled-bronze finishes suit traditional homes, whilst brushed nickel suits more contemporary ones.

Give your mailbox a makeover if it is looking a little tired. Try painting the wooden post to match your home's exterior colour, surround it with plants or consider purchasing a new one.

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Makeover your mailbox with a new paint job

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Selling your house can be a stressful time and may involve the staging of an Open Home. You can help reduce some of this stress by putting into action a few tips that might just help you go from For Sale to Sold before you know it.

How to go from

FOr SalE to SOld

First things first, make yourentrance appealing. Manypotential buyers will drive by your house to get a feeling for the area. If your house fails to appeal from the street, they may not even come to the Open Home. Try sprucing up your driveway, repaint your mail box and install some outdoor lighting if possible. For more ideas, see page 6.

Make sure your house is spotless! Clean all thesurfaces, walls, cupboards and windows and update the tiny details. New door handles or kitchen cupboards can completely transform a room and make it appear more modern.

Declutter the house by tidying away knick knacks and any surplus furniture to give the illusion of a spacious home. By depersonalising your home to some extent, buyers will find it easier to imagine themselves living in your house.

Natural light is important for making your house seem bright and airy. Pull back the curtains, open some windows for fresh air and if a room is particularly dark, put on a subtle lamp or use dimmers.

Inspired by http://www.realestate.com.au/blog/9-expert-tips-prepare-home-ofis

Focus on the Floor! If you have old, tired carpets get them steam cleaned to add freshness to a room, or better yet have a look to see if there are floorboards beneath. Restoring the floorboards will give the new owners the option to recarpet or enjoy the newly renovated floors.

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Dress the bed with fresh, ironed sheets and stick to neutral coloursKeep the furnishings if you can.

Furnished rooms help buyers interpret how space can be used in the home. Rooms actually appear smaller when empty as buyers often over estimate how big their furniture is. If you have already sold or moved out your furniture, beg, borrow and steal from friends and family or consider hiring a stylist to furnish your house.

Open up curtains for natural light and try to keep furniture in place for that homely feel

Dress your room to impress! Make the beds with clean and freshly ironed sheets. Try and stick to neutral colours and dress with some scatter cushions for a luxurious feel. Clear your surfaces of unnecessary items and try to balance the room with a symmetrical design.

If you have pets at home, consider moving them from the property for your Open Home. Pets might distract potential home buyers so make sure you minimise their presence, including removing odours, toys, litter trays and feeding bowls.

And finally...Do the final checks before your potential buyers arrive. Have you emptied the bin and hidden it away? Have you tidied away your mail? Clear your clothes line of washing and tidy the cupboards, especially in the kitchen (people may look in them!). Let the buyers leave with a wonderful impression of your home.

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Cookbook Spicy Sweet Potato Soup

Ingredients•

• 1 teaspoon chicken stock powder

• 1L (4 cups) boiling water

• 2 teaspoons sunflower oil

• 1 large brown onion, finely chopped

• 1 tablespoon red curry paste

• 2 carrots, peeled, thickly sliced

• 750g sweet potato, peeled, coarsely

chopped

• 2 teaspoons lime juice

• 1/2 teaspoon brown sugar

• 90g (1/3 cup) extra light sour cream

• 1 long fresh red chilli, finely chopped

• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh coriander MethodStep 1 Combine stock powder and water in a jug. Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Cook the onion for 5 minutes or until soft. Stir in curry paste for 1-2

minutes or until aromatic.

Step 2 Now combine the onion mixture, carrot, sweet potato and stock mixture in a pan. Bring to the boil. Reduce heat to low. Simmer for 25-30 minutes or until tender.

Cool slightly.

Step 3 Blend the soup until smooth. Heat over low heat for 2-3 minutes. Stir in the lime juice and brown sugar. Season.

Step 4 Combine the sour cream, chilli and coriander in a bowl. Serve with the soup.

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Stay Green this Winter

June’s colder temperatures and shorter days mean growth in the garden will be particularly slow and as far as pruning and seed sowing goes, there is very little to do. So take advantage of the reduced workload by getting stuck into bigger projects, such as repair jobs, landscaping and maintenance.

Physical labour is far more enjoyable in the cooler temp- ertures, so consider preparing your garden beds. Improve the soil by digging compost into your planting areas, add dolo-mite to the soil and turn over. Repot patio plants, transplant established shrubs and if you have any questionable trees, consult an arborist about hav-ing them removed or pruned.

Queensland’s sub-tropical climate also makes winter the perfect time to establish your veggie patch. June is a great month to grow pumpkins, English spinach, beetroot, car-rots, onions and garlic, broccoli,

As winter approaches, it’s the perfect time to think about some garden projects for the cooler months ahead.

turnips and cabbages. In areas that are frost free you could also try tomatoes, capsicums, zucchini, squash and cucumber.

If you missed the window to plant your seeds in the warmer autumn months, you might find that planting in colder tempera-tures will mean germination is poor. To resolve this start seeds off in pots and keep them in a warmer place, such as a patio or indoors. Alternatively you could purchase seedlings from the garden centre.

Remember winter doesn’t mean you have to stop enjoying your garden. There are many jobs to keep you occupied during the forthcoming months and you’ll be thankful for your beautiful garden come spring.

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DIY vertical pallet gardenVertical gardens are right on trend at the moment. This vertical pallet garden is perfect for tenants, homeowners, and big or small yards.

Materials- Timber pallet - Piece of scrap timber - A roll of weed matt - Staple gun- Scissors- Flowering plants- Drill- Nails & hammer- Sheet of plywood- 4 to 5 bags of potting mix- Gardening gloves- Dynabolts

Method

Step 1 Nail a scrap piece of timber along theentire length of the bottom of your pallet (with no gaps), to hold in the soil.

Step 2 Nail plywood sheet to the back of your pallet.

Step 3 To make two sacks to sit side-by-side inthe pallet, cut weed matting into four rectangles of equal size, to fit in the pallet. Place two rectangles together and, using a staple gun, staple along three sides to make a sack. Repeat with other rectangles.

Step 4 Lean the pallet against the wall, place sacks inside and fill with potting mix, making sure it is compacted. Once filled, fold over the top of sack and staple closed.

Step 5 Place the pallet on the ground in a spot where it can be kept flat for a couple of weeks.

Step 6 Cut holes in the weed matting and dig holes in the potting mix so the plants will fit in. Remove the plants from their pots, soften the mix around the roots and position one plant in each hole.

Step 7 Water thoroughly, ensuring water gets to the plant as some weed matting is not water permeable. Allow to rest on the ground for 1to 2 weeks until the plants have had time to develop root strength.

Step 8 Rest your vertical pallet garden up against a wall or fence in your yard. Or, using a drill and dynabolts (anchors that fix to concrete), attach it to the wall. Then sit back and enjoy the view!

Inspired by: http://homes.ninemsn.com.au/diy/craftprojects/8383807/vertical-pallet-garden and theinsideroom.net

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sudoku sudoku

easy medium

Logic

Three friends each won a medal at their school's sports day. If Chuck got silver,

but not in the discus, and Sanjeev's long jump got him a higher placing

than the contestant in the 100m, which event did Russell take part in, and

where did he come?

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Coffee stain on the carpet?

Apply a weak water/ammonia solution to the stain and dab with a clean cloth. Follow this with a white vinegar/water solution and dab. Keep alternating until the stain has gone. For best results do this immediately after the spill. Make sure to do a patch test on an inconspicuous area of carpet before proceeding with the full process.

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Handy tips & tricks for your home

Bye Bye Pests!Many people have experienced an increase in the numer of pesky ants in their homes. If you have an ant problem, desperate times call for desperate measures. Put small piles of polenta - yum yum! - (available from your local supermarket) where you see ants and they'll gobble it up, return "home" and won't be able to digest it. Your ant problem will soon be gone.

Keep your bin smelling fresh!

Line the bin bag with newspaper and a little

baking soda. The paper will absorb any liquids and the baking soda will take care

of the nasty smells!

Wrap cheese chunks in aluminium foil and store in the fridge to keep your cheddar fresher forlonger and to keep mould out.

Suck it up!

To vacuum hard-to-reach gunk from under your fridge or behind a bookshelf, insert an empty paper towel roll into the end of your vacuum cleaner. Bend or flatten it to squeeze into these difficult spots.

Get creative!Paint a section of your furniture with chalkboard paint. This is the perfect place to write shopping lists, notes to the family or somewhere for the children to draw!

Hung out to dry

When putting washing on the

line, hang any items that are

normally hung in the cupboard

directly on a hanger. This saves

time and minimises creases.

Genius!

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QA&

Howard GroosPrincipal of Professionals

& QLD Licensed BuilderEmail [email protected] with your questions

All advice given is general in nature. Please consider carefully if this advice is appropriate for you. Please note we are unable to respond to every question.

We are moving out of our current house and are thinking of renting it. Should we rent through an agency or do it ourselves? - M White, Underwood

Choosing between a property manager and renting it your-self is a personal decision. However having the support of a professional property manager is most landlords' preferred choice. Property management has undergone many changes over the last few years, so it's important that the person managing your property is up-to-date with the process. A property manager will work hard to maximise your rental income, whilst also staying on top of tenant requests and main-tenance bills in an efficient manner. Finding and main-taining a tenant can make or break a rental property, so bear this in mind as agencies will have a prospective tenants database, which could make renting your property a breeze.

- Howard

How easy would it be for me to turn my garage into an additional bedroom? - G Sanders, Runcorn

There are several things to consider before taking on a conversion like this. It is always a good idea to consult with a private certifier first. They will be able to tell you exactly what you need to do to gain council approval. Also, bear in mind that you may actually adversely affect the value of your home by doing this, so it's best to consult a real estate agent before you start any plans. Often the hardest part of this type of conversion is complying with the regulations concerning the physical barriers required for termite protection. You should also take into consid-eration the cost of the project - it isn't just a case of adding some furnishings and fixtures. Think about insulation, floor-ing, waterproofing, heating and lighting. I'd recommed seeking professional help and make sure the job is finished to the highest standard. - Howard

How do I remove the white water marks from my glass shower screen? I have tried all the cleaning products on the market. Howard, please help! - N Edmonds, Calamvale

Genereally, these white marks cannot just be removed by cleaning products as the glass has actually been etched by chemicals in the water.

However, there is a way to mask the appearance of these white streaks. Mix 1 part white vinegar to 100 parts water, clean the glass and allow to dry. Apply a sparing amount of sweet almond oil (available from the chemist) to a dry cloth and rub over the glass. This will mask the appearance of those unattractive white streaks and make your screen look good as new.

If you want to protect your shower screen, purchase a window squeegee and wipe down the shower after every use. - Howard

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rEal ESTaTE rOuNdup

What is the current state of Real Estate?

ARE you aware of recent changes in the real estate market? Here is a bit ofinformation to keep you updated.

Recent market analysis from realestate.com.au has revealed that Queensland property market is set for strong growth this year, with Brisbane in a favourable position to become the nation’s strongest property market in 2014.

Predictions show that prop-erty value in Brisbane is set to increase by 7%, perhaps more in some areas, over the duration of 2014, creating a competitive, seller friendly market.

RuncornProperties sold in Jan - May 14

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Current properties for sale73

Highest sale price in Jan - May 14 $1,900,000

Lowest sale price in Jan - May 14 $255,000

Median sale price in Jan - May 14 $476,500

CalamvaleProperties sold in Jan - May 14

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Current properties for sale 87




StrettonProperties sold in Jan - May 14

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Median sale price Jan - May 14 $851,000

Affordable properties and the desirable lifestyle of Brisbane and its suburbs is attracting a diverse range of buyers, from Melbourne and Sydney retirees to professional fly-in / fly-out workers, as well as local young professionals and established families.

Howard Groos, Principal of Professionals Runcorn comments; “The local market is going from strength to strength. In Runcorn 73 properties are currently for sale and 96 have already been sold in the last 5 months. A high proportion of these buyers are investors, which reflects an equally strong

rental market.”

Statistics from realestate.com.au reveal Runcorn to be a High Demand Market, with an average of 30 people looking per property - well above the Queensland average of 13. This is commonplace among the surrounding suburbs, for example Stretton sees 25 people per property, Eight Mile Plains 34 and Sunnybank Hills a staggering 36!

In compiling this information, House Proud Magazine has relied upon information supplied by a number of external sources. So whilst House Proud Magazine believes all the information was deemed reliable at the time of publication, it does not warrant its accuracy or completeness.

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KurabyProperties sold in Jan - May 14

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Highest sale price in Jan - May 14 $840,000



Eight Mile PlainsProperties sold in Jan - May 14

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UnderwoodProperties sold in Jan - May 14

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Highest sale price in Jan - May 14 $794,000



Sunnybank HillsProperties sold in Jan - May 14

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The Stretton real estate market shows a move from a buyers' market to an equilibrium from November to January, a trend which is seen across most Southern suburbs and is expected to continue as the Brisbane property market strengthens. Graph: Commonwealth Bank

“Your Investment Property Magazine” recently labelled Runcorn as the Queensland suburb to watch. With its close proximity to the city and the M2, its wide mix of housing types, access to local amenities and diverse resident base, Runcorn is likely to experience attractive growth over the rest of the year.

Rental yields currently sit at a healthy 5% and a vacancy rate of just 1% makes this area of Southern Brisbane an attractive investment location. But prop-erties may be hard to come by, as only 0.9% of all properties in this neighbourhood were on the market in March 2014. This may lead to buyers facing some com-petition to get the house that they want, and can potentially aid an increase in property

Commonwealth Bank states;

Byers and sellers appear to be reasonably equally weighted based on the amount of homes being advertised for sale and the number of funding approvals.

The real estate market is really starting to hot up as we move further into 2014 and market research is painting a positive picture for the months ahead. With the Brisbane property market in its current position to become one of, if not the strongest property market in the country, it has never been a better time to do your homework on real estate!

Data sourced from Commonwealth Bank Home Buyer’s Index and RP Data

prices.

Howard Groos states; “As one of the leading agencies in the local area, we list houses for sale in Runcorn on a regular basis, and they never last long on the market. One of our properties sold in under two days, resulting in a very happy buyer and an equally happy vendor!”

New research from Commonwealth Bank and RP Data has revealed that the suburbs of Southern Brisbane are moving away from a buyers market, towards a sellers market and currently sit in a Buyer/Seller Equilibrium.

Houses in this market tend to sell within a few weeks and buy-ers have only a moderate level of negotiation power.

K ids orner C The lion is lost! Help him find his way to his friend.

Answers on page 27!

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True or False?

You see with your eyes

Dogs have 10 legs!

3 + 4 = 8

Sheep cannot fly

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Princess Maths

Find the Princess

Add the numbers to complete the pyramid

Word Search BELLE JASMINE ARIEL RAPUNZEL

TIANA MULAN MERIDA AURORA

To Colour

Dinosaur Wordsearch!Find the names of the dinosaurs in the box!

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Iceland

Cheese

A tropical bird

Lara Croft

Africa

LogicChuck - Silver 100m

Russell - Bronze Discus

Sanjeev - Gold Long Jump

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This handy list of contact numbers is ideal to keep

next to the phone!

Emergency 000(Police/Fire/Ambulance)

Police Link 13 14 44

Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000

SES 13 25 00Flood/Storm Emergency)

Energex 13 62 62(Loss of Power)

Poisons Information 13 11 26

Public Transport Info 13 12 30(Translink)

24hr Health Line 1343 2584

Dial Before You Dig 11 00

Brisbane City Council 3403 8888

Logan City Council 3412 3412

Other Important Numbers

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