A Melbourne man and his partner bought their first home in Bayswater North at a weekend auction that soared to $1.229m A Bayswater North home expected to fetch just over $1m has sold for $1.229m smashing expectations — and it’s sparked a warning for others thinking of selling to be quick The four-bedroom, two-bathroom home at 16 Wimborne Court had a price guide of $950,000 to $1.045m but intense competition between seven bidders pushed the final result $160,000 above reserve Ray White Wantirna’s Amir Armani said the auction was one of the most competitive he had seen in years with buyers fighting fiercely to secure the home RELATED: Bad neighbourhoods you need to avoid Foreign buyer ban just ‘political theatre’ in Melb RCA: ‘Where future is’: AFL legend rates super block “The auction was electric — one of the best we’ve seen in a long time,” Mr Armani said “The vendors were absolutely over the moon with the result.” The auction opened at $980,000 and quickly escalated as buyers threw everything they had at securing the home featuring Caesarstone waterfall benchtops and premium ILVE appliances appealed to buyers looking for quality and style looks over a landscaped backyard — one of the many features that made this home a magnet for buyers Mr Armani said the final result left the winning bidders ecstatic tucked away in the Canterbury Gardens Estate had undergone a high-end renovation in 2018 the home appealed to families looking for space and a prime location close to schools the living area boasts Tasmanian oak flooring and high ceilings adding to the home’s sense of space and luxury A bidding frenzy broke out as seven buyers battled for the keys The Ray White agent said the result signalled Bayswater North’s market was heating up with buyers no longer waiting for potential interest rate cuts before making a move Mr Amir added that this was good news for sellers who acted quickly “People think another rate cut will push prices higher “This is proof that the market is stronger than ever – I was expecting around $1.05m with timber vanity tops and sleek modern finishes added a touch of luxury that helped drive buyer interest A dedicated study nook provides the perfect space for remote work or study adding to the home’s family-friendly appeal Sign up to the Herald Sun Weekly Real Estate Update. 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AEST = Australian Eastern Standard Time which is 10 hours ahead of GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) Five teenagers have been arrested after allegedly stealing cigarettes from two Croydon locations before running rampant across the eastern suburbs. Police believe the teens allegedly stole cigarettes from a Dorset Road service station and a store on Mount Dandenong Road, as well as attempting a burglary at a service station on Bayswater Road in Bayswater North around 9.30pm on 10 February but the offenders were disturbed by a staff member and fled. No threats were made and there were no injuries. Officers spotted the allegedly stolen white Range Rover Discovery, which was said to have been used in these earlier incidents, driving erratically on Capital Avenue in Glen Waverley about 11pm. The car was stolen from the Albert Park area on 8 February. The Range Rover was followed from Glen Waverley through multiple suburbs by Air Wing, Operation Trinity units and uniform police on the ground. A short time later, the occupants dumped the Range Rover in Wantirna. They allegedly attempted to steal a vehicle at the intersection of Burwood Highway and Stud Road but were unsuccessful. The teenagers allegedly stole a Ford Focus during an aggravated carjacking on Stud Road, where the driver was threatened with a knife. The driver was not physically injured during the incident. The teenagers fled in the Focus towards Box Hill and stop sticks were successfully deployed. The car came to a stop on Belmore Road in Mont Albert North where the five male occupants fled on foot. Four boys from the Dandenong area, aged 13, 14, 15 and 16, and a 15-year-old boy from the Moorabbin area were all arrested nearby. They were taken into custody and will be interviewed by Maroondah Crime Investigation Unit detectives. Operation Trinity has been specifically targeting burglars and car thieves each night since March 2023. The operation, which runs from dusk until dawn across Melbourne, is easily Victoria Police’s most well-resourced operation. On top of standard patrols, there are another 70 police including members of the Dog Squad, Public Order Response Team, and Air Wing, specifically tasked with preventing and responding to burglaries and car thefts each night. North Shore CityAsking Price - $4,275,0005421,239m²Exquisite Clifftop EstateSuperbly located set on a 1239sqm (approx) freehold landholding amongst some of North Shore's finest homes this substantial and elegant residence is a unique offering and dining areas open effortlessly to fabulous outdoor areas uninterrupted views over to the sea and Auckland City are front and centre stage Stunning gourmet kitchen with quality appliances and charming garden outlook on one side Exceptional quality craftsmanship and sophisticated luxury the home features a delightful main living area with a cosy open fireplace and is sequestered behind an automatic vehicle gate Properties of this calibre are rare and tightly held Our vendors are off overseas and are keen to see all genuine interest This is a unique opportunity to secure this incredible property based on a borrower’s individual credit assessment.Canstar's Most Awarded Personal LoanGet a renovation loan up to $70K and bring your vision to life we can approve your home improvement loan quickly and get your renovation started Jackson’s childhood wasn’t easy Jackson’s experiences growing up around and his exposure to family violence witnessing substance abuse and spending time in out-of-home care has shaped the person he’s become It’s what motivated Jackson to serve as a frontline member of Victoria Police and later as a Police Prosecutor And it’s what inspired him to serve his community as a local Councillor and Deputy Mayor before entering Parliament Jackson decided from a very young age that he was going to give back to the community make a positive difference and fight for people who faced hardships like his own family’s This is what prompted him to run for Parliament and be a voice for his community Some of the priorities Jackson has for his community have stemmed from his personal childhood experiences Jackson is also incredibly passionate about providing first class healthcare in the outer east and delivering local road and public transport projects Jackson's vision for Victoria’s future is that we constantly strive to ensure a better quality of life and fairness for all He wants our state to continue to lead the nation on climate action and build the infrastructure Victorians need Leaflet map showing the electorate of Bayswater Contact the electorate office for matters about your community Bayswater North properties among city’s hottest marketsPeter Farago Kew is among the Melbourne suburbs where homes are selling much quicker than a year ago Properties in patches of Melbourne are being snapped up in just 17 days as budding homebuyers look to pounce on quality homes quickly New PropTrack figures reveal a cluster of outer east suburbs as the city’s fastest-selling where properties spend are listed for an average of fewer than three weeks Mount Evelyn and Woori Yallock spent on average between 17 and 22 days on the market before a buyer emerged RELATED: What your home could be worth in 2028: Every Vic suburb revealed :Postecoglou looks to boot Melbourne digs Why Aussies supermarkets are going ‘bougie’ Other areas that are among the states fastest-selling are Doreen which PropTrack economist Angus Moore said was a sign that people were chasing affordability “We are seeing homes in more affordable areas sell a bit quicker,” Mr Moore said “And we’re also seeing that prices have held up a bit better typically than in more expensive parts of the city “That’s consistent with the fact that interest rates have risen very quickly which has made affordability a lot tougher for a lot of buyers And so they’re looking in more affordable areas.” Unit and apartments tend to take longer to sell with the fastest-selling suburbs at Pakenham PropTrack has also revealed the areas where days on market have decreased the most in the past 12 months in the Macedon Ranges had 27 days shaved off its average sale duration homeowners in inner eastern Kew saw nearly two weeks slashed from their time on the market Buyers were also acting faster in Cheltenham where the average 30-day campaign was 12 days fewer than last year while Glen Waverley and Keilor East had dropped by seven days hit the market this week with price hopes from $900,000 to $990,000 Mr Moore said these suburbs were among the small number of areas where sale times were decreasing “Across Melbourne in the past year it’s taken about 40 days typically to sell a home and about 45 days regionally “It’s no surprise that homes are taking longer to sell than a year ago as property markets were obviously very hot then,” Mr Moore said “But what we are seeing today is homes are still selling quicker than they were pre-pandemic.” PropTrack economist Angus Moore says the new data shows that Melbourne could see faster home sales coming up Mr Moore said with Melbourne home values stabilising and rising in the past few months “We might start to expect buyers to be a bit more competitive and stock might start moving a bit quicker than it has been.” Barry Plant Lilydale director Ashley Hutson said price point was leading buyers to leave suburbs closer to the city “We had opens on Saturday with in excess of 40 groups through for anything between $800,000 and $1m,” he said tidy family homes with three or four bedrooms two bathrooms or a downsizer on its own title.” He said buyers had sold up apartments or family homes in Ringwood Mitcham and Vermont to come further out where the value for money was better “We’re getting retirees and first-home buyers who have grown up further in but can’t afford to buy where mum and dad live Kew agent Nick Whyte said the demand for homes in the inner-east private school belt was heightened due to a shortage of supply and homeowners saw time on market cut by almost two weeks this year “Kew and Hawthorn is a sort of a bulletproof area that even when the market tightens up people still want to get into that private school belt,” Mr Whyte said “What we’re seeing is that demand has remained and that’s meant that we’ve maintained multiple bidders on most properties that have gone to market.” Mr Whyte predicted the tight listing environment wouldn’t change for some time as homeowners remained cautious about rising interest rates “There was a correction in the market and the assumption of sellers was that was going to continue so they’ll just stay put rather than come to market,” Mr Whyte said so the properties that are coming to market are where the vendors are genuine about wanting to sell and move on and the market is responding well to that.” MORE: Ange Postecoglou looking to sell his Toorak mansion with $3.3m price hopes North Shore CityAsking price $2,395,000422190m²1,012m²STUNNING 1920'S VILLA!!OPEN HOME CANCELLED Don't miss your opportunity to come and experience this timeless home Enjoy the sun on the wrap around decking with sea views of Shoal Bay A short walk in the other direction and you'll find yourself at the Bayswater Marina where you can catch a ferry to the city This really is the kiwi lifestyle everyone yearns for a 1920s single-level character bungalow which has been improved over the years and now boasts four generous bedrooms an entertainer's kitchen and gas central heating throughout workshop and rumpus is ideal for working from home and has room for all your toys All this on a spacious and prime north-facing 1,012m freehold site Constructed approximately 100 years ago using native timbers the home will continue to stand the test of time Character features abound with beautiful polished floor boards and lead light glass Being north facing you can relax on the deck enjoying daytime sun and experience the sunsets at night In zone for some of Aucklands best schooling Belmont Intermediate and Takapuna Grammar School Downtown Auckland is a local bus or ferry ride away as are Takapuna Devonport and some of the most beautiful North Shore beaches Life at 66 Beresford Street really is a unique and rare opportunity A Dandenong South hooning investigation has uncovered a cache of guns and other weapons during raids on Thursday 2 November A Bayswater North man and woman are facing 31 charges each including setting a trap to cause serious injury Dandenong Achilles Taskforce officers allege the outer fencing of the pair’s address was “deliberately manipulated” with hundreds of metal nails to inflict serious injury The investigation started with an alleged hoon event in Licola Crescent It led to an early morning police raid at the Anderson Close as well as handgun ammunition and shotgun cartridges • An ounce of white powder believed to be cocaine The 21-year-old man and 23-year-old woman were arrested and charged with offences including possess unregistered handgun possess loaded firearm with reckless disregard for safety unlicensed person fail to store firearms and ammunition in a secure manner 12 counts of possessing a prohibited weapon and knowingly dealing with proceeds of crime They were bailed to appear at Ringwood Magistrates’ Court on 30 April Police expect to lay further charges will be laid in relation to the hoon driving event “There is no doubt the community is a safer place when firearms and prohibited weapons are in the hands of police and on their way to being destroyed,” Sergeant Paul Holtzinger from Dandenong Achilles Taskforce said “While our team is dedicated to investigating hoon drivers in Melbourne’s south-east we are also uncovering further criminal offending as a result of these investigations and holding offenders to account.” A 19-year-old woman and 21-year-old man from Rowville were arrested but have been released pending enquiries A local veterinary clinic is undergoing its second investigation in 18 months shock and horror filling a community of animal lovers Pets Haven in Bayswater North is under investigation by the RSPCA and Maroondah Council following accusations of cruelty to animals who have been taken to the clinic for a variety of treatments including past staff and community members who have had experiences with the clinic have come forward to Star Mail to share their stories One local woman adopted her white Husky dog through a fairly well known rescue company which included immunisation and desexing of the dog in which she received certification from Pets Haven Bayswater North She then found her dog became impregnated by one of her other ‘puppies’ despite having certification from Pets Haven saying she had been desexed After realising and sharing what happened in a Facebook post the woman said she was then threatened with slander by the owners of Pets Haven then continued to “bag” her on social media when she refused to do so The woman approached the vet who signed the desexing certificate at AMC Boronia and the clinic had stopped working with Pets Haven due to other cases or forgery like this the woman’s story is one of several that have appeared over the years in particular since the current owners took over the store in October 2021 One ex-staff member said her experience with the previous owners of the store in her five year tenure working at Pets Haven was vastly different to that with the new owners before her departure She said the previous owners would check in with all of the staff daily ensure the clinic had a deep clean over the holidays to start the year fresh was much more actively attentive to the animals and would organise fostering straight away where needed and was willing to get involved and scrub a cage to help her team the woman said the current owners would not listen to the experienced nurses or vets would only have one qualified staff member rostered on per shift would leave animals in cages covered in blood and faeces before they would do a deep clean because the clinic became so overrun with animals Locals who interacted with the clinic for the adoption of pets have also shared terrible experiences One local said she lined up for hours to adopt a dog Pets Haven had advertised as needing to go to another dog home the lady behind her pushed in front and was allowed to purchase the dog – a Staffordshire Bull Terrier Her concerns were that the woman was allowed to purchase the dog without any checks being carried out particularly with Staffy dogs who can be hard to train and look after at times and later found out the woman did not have dogs at home and therefore did not meet the requirements before taking the dog she was later denied looking at other dogs bar one was only allowed to view the dogs if she knew their name and was denied the ability to view more than one dog the woman said they had to purchase a compulsory kit for the cost of another $1,000 that was said to have everything purchasers would need for their dog – however in her case everything in the kit wasn’t suitable for a Staffy Another local woman came forward saying the current owners of Pets Haven had “threatened” many who have spoken out against them with legal action and said a number of members of the community and ex-staff have come together on social media to share their stories These stories are just a few of the many that have been shared in a Facebook page created to share experiences as hear the ‘truth’ behind Pets Haven and their procedures Posts have been shared with photos and videos from inside the clinic visualising the horrors being described by locals around the community they show large groups of puppies in cages with no food cats in crates being stacked on top of each other for transport – sometimes being bundled in with bags of trash from the clinic Previous staff have also shared their experiences at Pets Haven under the new owners before their departure even accusations of bullying and belittlement within the workplace when on shifts Pets Haven Bayswater North are now undergoing investigations following accusations of animal abuse and neglect which is the clinic’s second investigation within 18 months The clinic was raided seven times in February last year with fears that many cats and dogs in its care were close to death in their care It is understood that no charges were laid by the RSPCA following the investigations last year Michael Stagg said the investigations have come in response to a report received on Friday 15 September “RSPCA Victoria Inspectors attended a premises in Bayswater North that afternoon and were again in attendance at the premises on Monday 18 September “The RSPCA Inspector secured the surrender of five sick puppies who were transported to RSPCA Victoria’s facility at Burwood East,” he said As investigations are still underway for any possible offences under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act 1986 no further comments were able to be provided A Pets Haven representative said following the initial media reports and RSPCA issues that coincided with their takeover in early 2022 the store has done a comprehensive review and redesign of all operations They say some of their ex-staff and volunteers are guiding the campaign of ‘misinformation’ that has been seen in recent media articles and on social media The representative said they are working to “align the culture of the organisation with the vision of best practice” and are calling on the community to get behind them as they battle through the current investigations and media attention they have changed the operating model to reduce the number of seriously ill animals in care and say they are doing their best to take care of animals in their clinic “Many animals come to our clinic to be re-homed and it is a disappointing truth that many of these animals have not enjoyed a healthy or rewarding life prior to arriving at Pets Haven “We regularly receive animals that are malnourished “All of the animals we receive are provided prompt veterinary treatment with some animals requiring urgent and significant veterinary intervention “Pets Haven has qualified veterinary practitioners on staff who are either on site or available on call,” they said the Pets Haven representative said they are “proud to publicly state that the euthanasia statistics have reduced by approximately 350 per cent under the new management” “This is a clear indication of our unwavering commitment to the welfare of the animals in our care,” they said It was stated that this data has been reported to Agriculture Victoria The Bayswater clinic representative said as part of their ongoing commitment to animal welfare and to ensure transparency they have actively requested the relevant nearby councils to visit the clinic unannounced and conduct regular inspections at their facilities no serious non-compliance issues have been identified and any feedback received are assessed and then implemented as an opportunity “We are passionate to demonstrate our pro-life ethos and we are fighting for the life and wellbeing of every animal in our care,” they said Pets Haven Bayswater have “opened our doors to the community“ and said they are grateful for the large number of regular visitors who support them daily “We are proud of the work that we do with the limited resources at our disposal we wish to expand and grow our efforts,” they said Maroondah Council were contacted for comment on the matter RSPCA Victoria said if anyone has concerns about the welfare of an animal they are encouraged to make a report to RSPCA Victoria’s Inspectorate on rspcavic.org/tip-off-form/ or call 9224 2222 This is probably not the page you’re looking for Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time Victoria Police have charged a Croydon man with murder after a fatal stabbing in Bayswater North Police and ambulance responded to reports of an injured male at an address on Mason Court around 7.10am on Sunday was treated by paramedics but died at the scene Forensic investigators spent much of Sunday probing the circumstances surrounding the Bayswater North death.Credit: Nine News A man was arrested nearby and a crime scene established with police searching nearby areas for evidence Homicide Squad detectives charged a 42-year-old Croydon man with one count of murder on Sunday and he will be remanded to appear at Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on Monday a woman was found dead in an abandoned house in Ringwood in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs Police were called to a Bedford Road address after reports a body was located in an abandoned house at around 11.30pm on Saturday A crime scene was esstablished at the home with homicide squad detectives still investigating the circumstances surrounding the death The woman is yet to be formally identified Anyone with information about the incidents is urged to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or log onto www.crimestoppersvic.com.au Homicide Squad detectives charged a 42-year-old Croydon man with one count of murder on Sunday and he will be remanded to appear at Melbourne Magistrates\\u2019 Court on Monday a woman was found dead in an abandoned house in Ringwood in Melbourne\\u2019s eastern suburbs Anyone with information about the incidents is urged to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or log onto A “ridiculous” Bayswater auction with a dozen lucky number bids has ended with a sale more than $50,000 above the reserve Six bidders vied for the keys to 3 Claude St, Bayswater, pushing the three-bedroom house in largely original condition to a $955,500 sale With the auction held on the auspicious first day of the Lunar New Year one homebuyer was determined to snatch it for a lucky sum — upping the ante a dozen times with an $888 or $777 increment But in the end an investor claimed the keys besting a developer with a $500 final offer Harcourts Wantirna director Archie Mantsos said the result was “ridiculous” The auction was held in the 983sq m property’s spacious backyard “That’s why auctions work,” Mr Mantsos said You could see their mentality switch to fight mode.” Auctioneer Harry Li was still in his preamble when the first bid The comfortable family home was built in 1962 Mr Li resumed explaining the legalities of the auction before accepting the bid and eight bids later the home was on the market at $891,888 It took another 46 bids to round out the auction with Mr Li enforcing a 10 second countdown as one buyer tried to stretch the process Peter Barnett was selling his childhood home which had been in his family since his parents had built it in 1962 and he moved in at 1 years old The house hasn’t changed hands since it was built almost 60 years ago “When it went over $900,000 I was just ‘wow’,” Mr Barnett said “I didn’t think this was an auction suburb.” He said he had been nervous about the auction right up until Thursday last week when a well attended open for inspection had finally convinced him of the demand for his home Mr Mantsos said while he expected the result was an outlier it should give homesellers in the area confidence The home’s three bedroom floorplan proved popular with a wide range of buyers Struggling fitness chain F45 has suffered another blow with the closure of a popular branch in Melbourne which is owned by Anthony Cselko Training Pty Ltd has now appointed Garth O'Connor-Price and Christopher Bergin from insolvency firm William Buck as liquidators The branch, which still says it's open on Google and charges members $60 a week, was once crowned the best studio in its division and its Instagram bio reads 'more than a gym' The F45 Bayswater North's Facebook profile has been removed and the Instagram account is private F45 Bayswater North has been contacted for comment Several F45 branches across Australia have shut down in recent months with the company also suffering a major fall in its share price who was appointed in March this year to turn the troubled training company around last month told Daily Mail Australia they were not fazed about reducing their network 'We are prepared to shrink to grow,' he said 'Closing unproductive locations to add value to existing studios strengthens our system 'An important aspect of our real estate strategy is to avoid over-saturation.' which started in 2012 with one gym in Sydney grew to having 1,555 studios and 2,801 franchises across 63 countries by mid-2021 It aimed to ultimately have 23,000 studios worldwide Hollywood actor Mark Wahlberg invested $450million in the business and celebrated its New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) float with Australian co-founder Adam Gilchrist in mid-2021 That financial backing put Mr Gilchrist - who is not the famous cricketer of the same name - on the Australian Financial Review Rich List A year later, the 'world's fastest-growing fitness business' worth more than $2billion dollars fell off a cliff the gym's share price collapsed from $17.28 to just $3 with the shares having traded for less than $1 since April Some of the fitness empire's branches across Sydney Queensland and Victoria have recently closed down Struggling owners have even taken to Facebook to sell some of their gym equipment The Opulent Group, one of 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Popular F45 gym franchise collapses and closes downCommenting on this article has endedNewest{{#isModerationStatus}}{{moderationStatus}} North Shore CityAsking Price $899,000211100m²All Offers Considered!Our vendors have relocated and given strict instructions this spacious 1970s solid concrete block unit must be sold Vacant and available for immediate occupancy this property is located only a few minutes’ walk to the Bayswater marina and ferry terminal Lansdowne Reserve and playground and is near the Devonport Takapuna Green Route (coastal walk and bike path) This is a great home for those getting on the property ladder or looking to down size in a fantastic location it is a sound rental property that provides a decent rental yield at around 4% with the added benefit for commuters to use the Bayswater ferry to Auckland’s CBD a large open plan living space and a conservatory The living area opens out to a very large private and sunny fully fenced garden All the windows in the property are double glazed and the sliding doors off the lounge stack right back to connect seamlessly to the outdoor patio there is a large internally accessed single carport with extra height plus two storage cupboards for all the little extras that need a home Bayswater is a tight community with a strong following of loyal locals has its own ferry to Auckland City and marina making it a firm favourite to those who enjoy water sports This little beauty is the quintessential Bayswater home that was built in a time when space and privacy were all so important Get a renovation loan up to $70K and bring your vision to life. With no need for quotes from tradies, we can approve your home improvement loan quickly and get your renovation started. North Shore CityPrice by Negotiation624300m²Prime Waterfront Location and Classic 1950s HomeNestled in a serene waterfront location this substantial 1950s family home offers breathtaking views across the inner harbour to the iconic Auckland City skyline this property presents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to secure a unique piece of New Zealand paradise Lovingly built by the original owners over 60 years ago the current owners divided the land for future development giving you the potential for development or simply enjoying as is • 6 Spacious Bedrooms: Including a self-contained flat providing flexibility for extended family living or the opportunity to generate additional income • Spectacular Views: Take in panoramic vistas of Ngataringa Bay with Auckland City's skyline as a stunning backdrop • Separate Section: A rare chance to create a prime waterfront section in the Residential Single House Zone • Unlimited Potential: Whether you want to build your dream home now this property offers endless possibilities Opportunities like this are incredibly rare Whether you're looking to create your dream home or simply invest in an iconic waterfront location this is your chance to secure a truly special property Contact us today to arrange a viewing and discover the full potential of this unique offering To download property files go to: https://www.harcourtsfiles.co.nz/listings/ATD9 29 May 2025 12:00314Kiwi Dream Within Reach!First home buyers and investors take note - the weatherboard bungalow you've been waiting for This is the first time it has been on the market in 75 years Are you looking to enter the property market This classic Kiwi weatherboard bungalow sits proudly on a massive 675sqm (more or less) corner section - large sites are rare to find There is plenty of room for the kids to play and grow for years to come This original-condition three-bedroom home is finally available The combination of an entry-level weatherboard bungalow AND a huge corner section is scarce in today's market - especially at this price point one bathroom layout - the classic Kiwi home layout - Enormous 675sqm (more or less) corner section - room for extensions - Elevated position capturing all-day sun - warm - Original condition - put your stamp on it and watch your investment grow - In zone for excellent schools: Belmont Primary or Bayswater Primary plus Belmont Intermediate and Takapuna Grammar This property offers what first-home buyers crave most: affordability AND potential then gradually transform this classic bungalow into your dream home while building equity with every improvement The huge corner section alone makes this property worth serious consideration - land this size is becoming increasingly scarce and valuable Don't let this rare opportunity slip through your fingers Properties offering this combination of affordability Call now to secure your viewing - your Kiwi dream starts here Takapuna and live online (unless sold prior) For property files please visit: https://www.harcourtsfiles.co.nz/listings/533B the bag has found a new generation of fans in Depop and vintage-obsessed Gen Z-ers who have been snapping up preloved Bayswater bags via resale sites and The Mulberry Exchange an in-house initiative that extends the lifespan of Mulberry products Those that are buying new can still be confident they’re shopping consciously – not only is the Bayswater an investment piece Mulberry has been crafting them from “carbon neutral” leather The Takapuna boating clubhouse is pitched as a waterfront property with character The former Takapuna Boating Club premises at 17 Sir Peter Blake Parade on Auckland's North Shore is featured for sale The 463sq m freehold property is ideal for owner occupiers Colliers International's North Shore managing director for sale by deadline private treaty closing October 19 unless it is sold earlier "Superbly located right on the waterfront in Shoal Bay massive exposure and plenty of charm," O'Brien says "This is an opportunity to create a stunning office boutique hotel or high-end residential development within an almost century-old heritage building." The Takapuna Boating Club was first established at Shoal Bay in 1914 the club acquired a mooring area to the west of the ferry wharf and started planning to build a clubhouse," O'Brien says the club bought the old Irelands Tannery building in Panmure to salvage its timber paying £350 including food and transport for the workers club members demolished the building and barged all the timber to Bayswater They then immediately set about building the clubhouse "Three professional builders worked on the building week days while club members pitched in on Tuesday and Thursday evenings and Saturday afternoons A team of 25 men worked tirelessly to pour concrete on Saturdays The three-storey building was finally completed after five months of intensive labour." The site was gifted to the club by an Act of Parliament in 1926 and the clubhouse quickly became an important focal point for the local community It was also used as a polling booth for national and local elections The clubhouse remained popular in the 1960s as a dance hall with regular parties hosted in the top floor loft Patrons would catch the ferry from the city and alight at Bayswater wharf Takapuna Boating Club hosted major regattas at Shoal Bay until the late 1960s when the club moved to a clubhouse on Takapuna Beach The Bayswater clubhouse has since been used as a sailing venue for learners and an Optimist-class yacht building venue The building adjoins a saltwater swimming pool established by the then Takapuna Borough Council but remains in place as it provides foundational support and erosion protection for the clubhouse The building now has Category B heritage protection which allows for it to be fully redeveloped on the interior while preserving its exterior Colliers' capital markets national director Peter Herdson says the Coastal Marina zoned property is available with vacant possession "The property is superbly positioned within the affluent North Shore suburb of Bayswater making it ideal for a prime waterfront apartment conversion," he says "Well-known for its relaxed lifestyle and unique village atmosphere "The suburb is in a central position in between the prominent Takapuna and Devonport centres Auckland CBD is a short seven-minute ferry ride away." Herdson says the clubhouse is "a boatie's dream" thanks to its location right next to the Bayswater Marina Fellow director John Green says Takapuna Boating Club is selling the property reluctantly as the funds required to fully restore it would be better spent elsewhere "An Auckland Council heritage architect has visited the property and advised that redevelopment into private apartments would be a reasonable way to ensure its preservation." The Hits host Hayley Bath and her husband juggled tearing down walls with pregnancies.