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6 Cutter Way, West Wallsend

$199,950 (746.1m2 block)

37 Quigley Road, Bolton Point

$159,950 (862m2 block)

54 Blackwood Circuit, Cameron Park

$225,000 (7472 block)

• Grandma can move in too!

• Stunning single level family home

• Master bedroom with ensuite and walk-in-robe

• Guest bedroom with ensuite and built-in

• Sundrenched formal lounge/dining room

• Spacious open planned tiled family room

• Dream kitchen with stainless appliances

• Outdoor alfresco entertaining area

• Caravan/boat side storage

• Quiet side street location with peaceful outlook

• Level 8,208 sqm block (2 acres)• 40.84m frontage x 210.6m deep• Including a 3 bedroom home • 3 car garage

• Rare level block in suburbia• Great hobby farm• Or perfect horse lover’s paradise• Or subdivide and develop

• Deceptively large 3 bedroom home• 569 sqm block with good access• Formal lounge room with fi replace• Large back family room

• Queensland/paradise ent area• Neat kitchen with gas cooking• Low maintenance block• Perfect fi rst home or investment

• Immaculately presented inside and out

• Spacious 4 bedroom home plus study

• 2x bathrooms (main and ensuite) + 3x w/c

• Ducted air conditioning throughout

• Separate theatre/media room

• Open planned tiled family room

• Outdoor undercover entertaining area

• Landscaped grounds and gardens

• Well presented 3 bedroom home

• Modern kitchen with gas cooking and breakfast bar

• Tiled meals area

• Beautiful bathroom + 2 x w/c

• Ducted air conditioning throughout

• Large entertaining deck

• Low maintenance backyard

• Great central location

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21 Vantage Circuit

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Price: Best Offer Over $525,000Inspect: Saturday 20th Sep at 2-2:30pmContact:Troy Duncan 0416 290 555

Price: $1,300,000Inspect: By AppointmentContact: Troy Duncan 0416 290 555

Price: $345,000 Inspect: Saturday 20th Sep at 1:00 –1:30pmContact: Troy Duncan 0416 290 555

Price: Best Offer Over $545,000Inspect: Saturday 20th Sep at 2:45-3:15pmContact: Jedda Douglas 0456 063 397

Price: $449,950Inspect: Saturday 20th Sep at 12-12:30pmContact: Jedda Douglas 0456 063 397

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Preparation is everything when it comes to a move. Here’s our tips on how to make the whole experi-ence less stressful:

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WEST CESSNOCK – OWNERS KEEN TO SELL!!

NEW LISTING – UP MARKET VILLA

NEW LISTING RENOVATED THROUGH OUT PERFECT FAMILY HOME

SUBDIVISION POTENTIAL – OWNER ON THE MOVE!!

PRICE REDUCED – CHARACTER AND CHARMPRICE REDUCED – NEED FIVE BEDROOMS???

MOVE STRAIGHT IN $269,000

BELLBIRD HEIGHTS $299,000

32 CRUIKSHANK STREET BELLBIRD $335,000

7 KEMPE STREET, CESSNOCK $389,000

CESSNOCK $295,000CESSNOCK $360,000

ADERDARE$315,000 - $319,000

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• No maintenance as new villa

• At the front of the complex with street frontage

• Front and rear courtyards, heaps of natural light

• Single integral garage, open plan living

• Potential rent return $ 280-290 per week

• Modern brick and tile villa in as new condition

• Open plan living area, plenty of light and space

• Three generous bedrooms with built-ins

• Two bathrooms, integral garage plus carport

• Private rear courtyard. • Returning $300 per

week to great tenants.

• 3/4 spacious bedrooms, main with built-in, second with walk-in robe

• Two living areas• Renovated kitchen with

stainless steel appliances, dishwasher and modern bathroom

• Timber fl oorboards throughout

• R/C A/C and natural gas• Huge enclosed entertaining

area off the back• Separate laundry and

second toilet• Double garage and carport• Backs onto crown land so

no one can build behind

• Three bedroom hardiplank home, neat and tidy

• Double garage plus detached fourth bedroom/offi ce

• Good fencing on approx 1300 m2 block with potential to split

• Suit dual occupancy, up to fi ve villas, duplex (subject to ccc approval)

• 3/4 huge bedrooms, main with walk-in robes

• Two living areas • Updated kitchen and

tidy bathroom• R/C A/C and natural

gas heating • Single garage plus

carport and rear lane access

• Walking distance from Cessnock main street

• Potential rent return of $320 per week

• Five bedrooms, four with built-in robes, main with ensuite

• Huge living area with R/C A/C and combustion fi re

• Both bathrooms renovated

• Spacious kitchen and separate dining

• Enclosed outdoor entertaining area off the

• In-ground swimming pool • Oversized single garage • Fully fenced approx.

800sqm block close to town

• Superior quality villas just two years old in as new condition

• Very spacious, as big as a house inside, low maintenance

• Gourmet kitchen with quality appliances• Three double bedrooms with built-ins,

ensuite off the main• Massive open plan living• Oversized single garage, internal access• In a complex of three, freestanding with

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• Well kept brick and tile home• 4 bedrooms all with built in robes• 3 way bathroom• Good inside & outside living spaces• Double garage, fully fenced yard• Great cul-de-sac street• Low maintenance living• A must to inspect

• Refurbished 3-4 bedroom home• Large 1049 sqm fully fenced block• Spacious loungeroom with fi re place• Brand new gallery kitchen • Modern bathroom• Carport, storage shed + garden shed• Great investment property• Ideal fi rst home

• 761 sqm corner vacant block of land• Ready to build your dream home• Quiet central elevated location• Located in a great street • Surrounded by quality homes• Nice outlook with mountain views• All utilities available• Enquire today for further details

• 35 acre (14.16Ha) rural property• Fertile pasture improved acres, dam • Permanent creek with many water holes• DA approved for a 3 bedroom residence• Large machinery farm shed • Spacious fully insulated living quarters• Easy 2wd access, 4wd loop trail• 10 min drive to Laguna winebar

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TENAMBIT 42 Goldingham Street

$295,000

Fully Renovated with Charm & Character

THORNTON 35 Rockleigh Street

$349,900

Summer Winter Autumn Spring This Home Has Everything

ABERGLASSLYN 39 Nardoo Avenue

$569,000

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RUTHERFORD 1/39 Ventura Close

$349,000

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MAITLAND 63 Bonar Street

Offers Over $280,000

Great Start for your Family

ABERGLASSLYN 54 Budgeree Drive

$389,000

Priced to sell, and ready for a new owner is this neat & tidy 3 bedroom home which you could move straight into or update at your leisure. There is separate lounge, dining and double garage plus double carport that can be utilised as and entertaining area.

With character & charm this home has been newly renovated throughout. Three good size bedrooms, ultra-modern bathroom with 2nd toilet. Kitchen with large corner pantry, quality appliances & rear entertaining deck with fully fenced yard. All in the much sort after location of Thornton close to local schools, shops & transport.

With the growing family in mind, this king sized home has the main on the lower level. Upstairs are the remaining bedrooms, large rumpus room with bar and main bathroom. With the entertainment area overlooking the pool, this home ticks all the boxes.

This spacious two storey town house will surprise you by its size. The light fi lled open plan modern kitchen and living area opens onto a large private courtyard. Upstairs is a second living area and surrounds the king sized main bedroom at one end and the other bedrooms with a private balcony at the other. Don’t miss this one.

Situated in a prestige suburb area just off Regent Street, this large block is peaceful, quiet private location has a two bedroom neat & tidy brick cottage already on it. Ideal fi rst home start with loads of potential. Could build a larger home in front & use back one for Granny fl at or extend this one, you’ll love it, it’s great!

This block has side access for your van or boat, good size spacious living areas, outdoor area, ducted air conditioning, gas cooking and hot water, handy location to Rutherford shopping complex, schools and day care centre. This is a need and tidy home.

• Built in robe to main bedroom• Air conditioning• Separate toilet • Large laundry • Enclosed sunroom/additional living space• Fully fenced yard

• Renovated all the way through• New kitchen with large pantry & quality

appliances• Air conditioning • 2nd toilet • Separate lounge & dining

• Pay TV connections on both levels• Air conditioning throughout• Ceiling fans in all living areas and

bedrooms• Gas hot water, cooking and heating• Self-Cleaning Pool

• Powder room downstairs• Separate laundry • Air conditioned• Extra-large bedrooms• Current Business tenants returning

$340pw

• Very big block of land - 684m²• Potential property development• Neat and tidy cottage is the ideal opportunity to buy into

the area.• At the end of quiet, tree lined street this peaceful location

has so much potential.• You can walk into town, to the hospital, not far from the train

station either.

• Good size block – 601m²• Well located, handy to shopping centre, schools,

day care etc.• Covered outdoor area off the family room for

outdoor living• All in all a great all round family package in and

affordable price range.

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has been reported concerning foreign investment in real

estate, the reality is that much of this investment is in upper price ranges and capital cities, and, is centred around high profi le trophy properties according to First National Real Estate Lake Macquarie principal, Troy Duncan (pictured).

“Understandably, there has been a great deal of media atten-tion devoted to the strong prices being paid for some properties in higher price ranges,” said Troy.

“The public perception seems to be that Mainland Chinese buyers are investing in Australian property at an alarming rate, to the cost of Australian residents

and fi rst home buyers who cannot aff ord to compete.”

Troy believes the reality is quite diff erent and that the problem lies fi rstly with the lack of accurate information concerning foreign investors. With the average prop-erty investment approved by the Foreign Investment Review Board (FIRB) being $1.6 million, it’s unlikely that many fi rst homebuy-ers are aff ected.

“The FIRB’s policies are not the problem, however, FIRB’s ability to monitor compliance with its rules and the residency of buyers could be improved,” said Troy.

The First National Real Estate network recently addressed a House of Representatives Stand-ing Committee on Economics inquiry into foreign investment.

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Either your fi rst home or investment property. This well maintained three bedroom home is value packed with good potential rental return, close to the university and public transport and just a short walk to the local shops, it’s a must to inspect. Set on a 639m2 block with plenty of off street parking, the home features a screened enclosed large back entertaining deck that leads into light fi lled fresh living areas, it also has a toilet and basin off the main bedroom - uncommon in this price range. The market is hotting up as fast as summer, so be quick to not miss this little ripper!

Good sized vacant block, situated in Churnwood Drive in a prime position on the high side of the street -DA approved plans available for a 4 bed two storey home on slab with DLUGThere is contour plans also available on request

As cute as pie is this renovated two bedroom home right in the heart of the student accommodation circle. Set on a level block, single lock up garage, side access and inside has new carpet, functional kitchen fresh colour scheme throughout, sunny little pergola around the back to enjoy a Sunday lunch.

T he fi rst thing a person sees before they enter a room is the door and when it is a plain, boring,

white-washed door, they won’t be expecting anything spectacular inside.

Painting statement doors and accent trims is a trend exploding onto the interior and exterior design fi eld, according to Dulux, as it not only instantly brightens up a home, it off ers visitors and prospective buyers a sneak peek to what’s waiting inside.

Property owners are enhancing their homes by using coloured and textured paint to their advan-tage, painting their front doors in bright colours to invite visitors and adding arty design features to interior doors in a move that has

Open the door to new designs

seen a door’s uses become more than just about functionality. In fact, it’s about a whole lot more than ever before.

“Adding a splash of colour can make a surprising diff erence, instantly transforming the space and adding value and appeal,” says Dulux colour expert Andrea Lucena-Orr.

“Most interiors and exteriors are neutral, which allows you to be as adventurous as you like! Home owners can be bold with colour to create a punch of personality or a sense of calm, depending on the colour selected.”

While colour is a sure way to brighten up a room, playing with designs and geometric patterns can have the same eff ect.

According to Dulux, Aquanamel is a good option for transforming the doors in any home because of its durability and suitability to be used indoors and outdoors.

It doesn’t yellow over time, has a low odour and is quick to dry, which is a real bonus.

“Painting your doors can give your home a whole new look with-out a huge investment in time and money,” Ms Lucena-Orr says.

So get to it and start thinking about your door today!

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ELEEBANA OFFERS OVER $695,000

CARDIFF $289,950

GLENDALE OFFERS OVER $399,950

MARYLAND OFFERS OVER $395,000

CAMERON PARK OFFERS OVER $450,000

INVESTORS TAKE NOTE• Approximately 809sqm corner fl at block, fully fenced. • Separate teenage retreat with bathroom & kitchenette.• 2 bedrooms, main with walk-in robe & ceiling fan, modern bathroom, lounge with

ornate fi replace.• Kitchen features original woodstove + modern appliances & open to dining area.• Single lock up garage & carport with undercover walk way to house close to

school, local shops & transport.

EXECUTIVE FAMILY HOME• Awesome lake views from the kitchen, family room & kid friendly backyard. • 4 bedrooms all with built-in wardrobes, main with walk in wardrobe & en-suite.• Formal lounge & dining, ducted air throughout, 3 way bathroom with spa bath.• Kitchen with breakfast bar, open to the spacious family room and dining area. • Combustion fi replace, games room, double garage, work area + a lot more.

CENTRALLY LOCATED• 2 bedrooms with ceiling fans and built-in wardrobes.• Lounge room with ceiling fan, reverse cycle air conditioner and new carpet

throughout.• Kitchen with new stove, bathroom with shower + sep bath, sep W/C. • Private courtyard, single lock up garage with remote & internal access.• Approx. 200m to Cardiff Railway Station, approx. 300m to Cardiff CBD.

WELL PRESENTED FAMILY HOME• 3 bedrooms with built-in wardrobes, 2 bedrooms have ceiling fans.• Modern bathroom, shower recess and bathtub plus separate W/C.• Lounge with reverse cycle air conditioner, kitchen open to dining area.• Large undercover BBQ entertaining area, sep teenage retreat with 2nd W/C.• Approx. 1.5m from Cardiff CBD, close to transport and schools.

BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED• Beautifully presented brick veneer and tile family home.• Featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 have built-in wardrobes, bathroom with spa bath.• Modern kitchen opening onto dining & lounge with ducted air conditioning.• Double garage, off street parking, fenced yard, undercover BBQ area.• Close to transport, approx. 850m to local shops and schools.

SOUGHT AFTER LOCATION• 4 bedrooms all with built-in wardrobes, main has ensuite and walk-in robe.• Modern kitchen open to dining and family room with reverse cycle AC.• Double garage with remote controlled door and internal access.• Fully fenced yard with undercover BBQ area perfect for entertaining.• Surrounded by quality built homes, close to schools, shops and freeway.

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• Clad & terracotta 3 bedroom family home

• Air conditioned, master bedroom with BIR

• Saltwater inground pool• Garage, single carport &

block size of approx. 571m2• Central to the CBD,

transport, schools & the Hunter Expressway

• Brick & tile 3 bedroom family home

• Split system a/c in lounge & BIR’s in 2 bedrooms

• Ceiling fans & tiled kitchen, dining, hallway & games area/study

• 2 way bathroom, open kitchen/dining areas

• Single garage with internal access

• Entertaining area, approx. 1012m² block with side access to yard

• Block sizes from approx 2,000sqm

• Dual occupancy opportunities

• 2 minutes to the Hunter Expressway

• Only 30 minutes to Newcastle

• Set on the door step to the wine country and all that Hunter Valley has to offer

• 2 x 10 acre lots in quiet area

• Tar road access & power + phone lines connected to the front of the lots

• Fully fenced with post & wire fencing

• Large dam on each lot• Only approx. 5 minutes

away from the new Hunter Expressway

• Build your dream home here!

• Hardiplank and iron 3 bedroom property

• Nestled in the quiet area of Elizabeth St

• Laminate kitchen with electric cooking

• Renovated bathroom with tiling fl oor to ceiling

• New carpet throughout• BIR & reverse cycle a/c in

master bedroom• Cooling only air conditioning

in the lounge area.• Double garage with power

all situated on approx. 815m2 corner block

• Weatherboard & terracotta 2 bedroom

• Approx. 1011m2 and has the potential to be a real money maker!

• Sunroom could be used as study

• Eat in kitchen with ceiling fan

• Reverse cycle air conditioning

• Undercover veranda, double garage and single carport

• Brick & colourbond 5 b/r home, 5th b/r w own front access, perfect for a home business

• 2 living areas, 2 bathrooms & Tasmanian Oak timber kitchen

• Slow combustion fi replace, ducted a/c & ceiling fans

• Inground saltwater poor w rock waterfall feature

• Undercover entertaining area + double garage w workshop & power

• Solar panels, rear lane access & garden shed• Approx. 1015m2 block, fully fenced with

manicured gardens• Close to all amenities inc. public transport,

schools & shops

• Commercial building is located on Station Street, Weston

• Great exposure with updated feel throughout

• Currently being used as a take away shop, spacious with ceiling fans & near new split a/c

• Undercover area/carport with a bathroom/laundry attached

• Another undercover area that is currently used as customer seating.

• Approx. 347m2 block with rear lane access

• Current rental return is $18,200 p.a with tenants paying for water/sewer usage & tradeswaste.

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the height of LIVINGNew Release - Stage 2 Selling Now

ABOVE IT ALL

LOCATION – centrally located above Marketown only minutes to the

beach and CBD. Walk to Newcastle Harbour, restaurants, art gallery,

theatre, museum and proposed light rail.

VIEWS – nearly every apartment offers elevated views of the city, parks, harbour and ocean.

DESIGN – sophisticated living offering a mix of 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments with emphasis on space and quality finishes.

CONVENIENCE – all the convenience of Marketown Shopping Centre below plus exclusive use of the residents’ Skygarden.

1 bed from $339,9502 beds from $549,9503 beds from $699,950

DON’T MISS OUT! Contact Robinson Property now to make

your appointment or for more information.

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the convenience of living above it all – literally! There’s a gym, cafés, fish market, bakeries,

butchers, supermarkets, pharmacies, retail stores and post office! All right below your new home!

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Newcastle’s newest residential apartment building is perfectly located within short walking distance of the new University campus (400 staff + 4,000 students), new law courts and proposed new light rail at your doorstep.

you are within minutes of the best Newcastle has to offer.

Newcastle’s highest building to date – rising 18 storeys in height with 360 degree views of the harbour, beach, city and beyond. The development offers a range of studios, 1 bedroom and 2 bedroom apartments, gym and pool facilities.

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R ental properties can be targeted as sites by people looking to manu-facture drugs.

Illegal drug manufacturing can cause considerable damage to rental properties and cost landlords thousands of dollars in repairs and subsequent lost rent.

Terri Scheer Insurance Execu-tive Manager, Carolyn Parrella said tenants involved in cultivat-ing illegal drugs, such as cannabis, methamphetamine and ecstasy, can go to great lengths to hide such activities.

“Temporary drug laboratories in rental properties can be diffi cult to detect if you do not know what to look out for,” she said.

Ms Parrella off ers the following tips to help property managers

identify any suspicious or illegal activity.

Conduct regular property inspections: “Carrying out regular property inspections will increase the chances of detecting any illegal activity, assist land-lords to lodge insurance claims as soon as possible and potentially mitigate loss,” Ms Parrella said.

“It takes three months to culti-vate a hydroponics crop so carry-ing out quarterly inspections will increase the chances of detecting any illegal activity as soon as possible.”

Modifi cations to property: “Some hydroponic systems or temporary drug laboratories require specifi c modifi cations to the property,” Ms Parrella said.

“Check for potential tampering

Protecting your rental house

of the property. Some hydroponic set ups require pipes or hoses to be fi ltered through the roof or a designated man hole. Look for holes in the ceiling as they could lead to hydroponic systems.

“It is also a good idea to check whether the meter board has been tampered with or rewired. Holes in nearby walls or built-in cupboards are common in order to feed wires to a power source.”

Look out for unusual items or activity: “Certain items are commonly used to manufacture illegal drugs, including glass fl asks, beakers, rubber tubing, gas cylinders, chemical contain-ers, drums, drain cleaner, acid garden fertiliser and cough, cold or allergy medicine,” Ms Parrella said.

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working environment without the unusual distractions associated with working from home, we have created that space with Harwyn which really does provide that all important boundary between work and home,” Mr Fremder said.

Designed to exceed the energy effi ciency rating of most domestic and commercial developments, the beautifully designed ‘pod’ breaks the mould with its archi-tecture, fi nishing and the vibrant colour palette.

Visit www.harwyn.com.au for more information.

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Jason Fremder, the co-creator of a unique stand-alone offi ce ‘pod’ known as Harwyn, said: “Free up your spare room and focus your mind on work”.

According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, 96 per cent of Australian businesses in June 2012 were small businesses. Of these, 39.5 per cent of micro or small businesses ‘had the ability for staff to work from home’.

“These fi gures show there is now a need, more than ever before, to make sure the home offi ce is a place of productive busi-nesses, one that is separate from your living space to help better juggle personal and professional, and achieve a good life balance,” Mr Fremder said.

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A self-contained, purpose built studio space kitted out with essential connective technology and fi xtures, all that’s needed for the Harwyn team to erect the prefab Pod is a space of two and a half metres by two and a half metres.

It was designed to fi t in a back-yard garden, plugs into existing mains as an appliance would, and it can be installed on site by the Harwyn team in just a few hours.

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JLL’s Retail Centre Managers’ Survey for August 2014 reveals improvement in tenant enquiry levels reported by shopping centre managers, but the impact of the economy on retail trade

remains a concern. The national survey across 99 shopping centres managed by JLL (throughout fi ve mainland states and the ACT) shows an improvement in centre managers’ overall sentiment.

56 per cent of centre manag-ers currently expect some turnover growth in the year ahead compared with 51 per cent in

February when the survey was last held. Tenant enquiry levels were among the indicators that rose, with the survey recording one of the best results for tenant enquiry over the history of the 11 surveys conducted. Not since December 2012 has the measure for the net balance between stronger enquiry versus weaker enquiry been above

the neutral 0 per cent mark, with the survey reporting a result of two per cent.

However, the political environ-ment and the economy both re-emerged as concerns for centre managers.

The survey found competition from other centres to be the retail centre managers’ biggest worry.

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T here are many advan-tages to growing your own vegetables; it’s convenient, cost eff ec-

tive and a good way to get some healthy, nutritious ingredients into your meals. But for people who are restricted with space, or don’t want the commitment of a large veggie patch, there are plenty of small space options so that you too can enjoy growing your own food.

The team at Zanui have come up with some tips on what to think about before you start to sprout your own greens.

Firstly, rather than focusing on lack of space, take note of the space you do have. There are plenty of hidden areas around the home that you can utilise, like windowsills, kitchen benchtops, stairs and paths. Or why not follow the trend of vertical gardens or hanging planters. When you think outside the square you’ll most likely fi nd a few spots where

Ever wanted to grow your own vegetables? It’s not that hard, and you can start almost immediately!

you can house your little veggie babies.

Once you’ve found a good spot be sure to look at the climate. Is the area classed as full sun (6 hours of sun), part shade (3-6 hours of sun) or full shade (under 3 hours of sun). When you know the answer to this you can start to source plants that work best in that environment. In general fruits require full sun while your nutritious green leafy veggies are best in full shade.

Now you have the location and the plant all you need is something to house it in. There are plenty of options depending on the size and shape of the space

you are working with. You could try using mason jars, railing plant-ers or hanging planters. Whatever will work best in your home.

And of course remember to maintain moist soil with rainwa-ter to keep your plants thriving. Be sure not to let the soil become dry as this can cause damage to the plant.

Finally don’t get too discouraged if your plants don’t survive the fi rst time around. It may require a bit of trial and error but you will get there in the end. If you need more help visit your local nursery or gardening supplier. For more style tips for your home visit www.zanui.com.au.

Tips to get your loan

Be honest: Credit checks take place so make sure you are honest when it comes to your credit and financial situation, as you will come unstuck if you are not truthful. Plus, it’s illegal to lie!

Be prepared: The banks won’t say yes to your loan until they have all the documents they need. So why not prepare in advance to avoid delays? Get your pay slips ready, your credit card statements and anything else you think your bank may ask for.

Don’t be forgetful: Remember that spare credit card you have for emergen-cies? It’ll be on your credit file so don’t forget to declare it or you could get yourself into some trouble.

Shop around: While banks and lenders use the same general rules when it comes to your loan, some are easier than others to deal with. Some have better rates, some have better conditions. Make sure you shop around. Get your home loan at the place that suits you and your circumstances.

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It is a pleasure to offer this beautiful 1920s home to the market as the current owners are now downsizing.With wonderful ornate ceilings and tasteful decor this home would appeal to those who like the old world charm with a modern twist and clean lines.

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• Original stained glass windows and French doors

• Raised veggie gardens at the rear of the property and the large original garden shed

• Iron gates securing the covered carport area and plenty of off street parking, close to shops and public transport

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• In ground pool with vast valley views• Room for expansion on this already

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In a peaceful and tranquil setting is this grand family home suited to those running a home business or those with an extended family.

Located 15 minutes from Maitland and only 5 minutes from Paterson Village is this wonderful property set on 20.62Ha (50 Acres. With two dwellings situated 500m apart, the options are endless would be perfect for bed and breakfast.

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• Set on 2.1Ha (53 acres)• One bedroom retreat with kitchen,

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