Transport for NSW is trialling left-turn bans from Victoria Road citybound at Lyons Road and Edwin Street The bans apply to all vehicles during weekday morning peak periods Left turns for vehicles under six metres are permitted at all other times (Vehicles over six metres are not permitted to turn left at these intersections) New ‘No Left Turn’ signs are installed on Victoria Road citybound on its approach to Lyons Road and Edwin Street.  The trial will help determine if left-turn bans can reduce “rat-running” in east Drummoyne’s local streets which is causing congestion and impeding local residents’ access to their properties The left turn bans will also improve safety during the morning peak at Lyons Road and Edwin Street Transport invited the Drummoyne community to have their say on the proposed left-turn ban Transport announced the bans would be the subject of a six-month trial which will allow sufficient time to assess the effect on local congestion and local resident access Transport will continue to work with City of Canada Bay Council to identify other potential traffic mitigation measures within Drummoyne and will keep the community informed Transport will advise the community on the outcome of the trial after it concludes Some documents on this page may not comply with accessibility requirements (WCAG) If you are having trouble accessing information in these documents, please contact us For further information about this project, please contact: info.westconnex@transport.nsw.gov.au Transport for NSW recognise and celebrate the diversity of Aboriginal peoples and their ongoing cultures and care of Country We pay respect to traditional custodians and Elders past and present The limited-edition address is on the market with a guide of $6 million. A semi-razed home and luxury infrastructure, including an in-ground swimming pool, are already in place. Currently a land-value proposal with trophy home prospects, the property will be auctioned on April 12 through PRB Real Estate. It is rare to find a blank canvas address with an established swimming pool and deep-water mooring. The pool and jetty are in very good condition, agent Marcello Biviano says. However, the home at 378 Victoria Place, Drummoyne, will require attention. Its position on Parramatta River provides a front-row seat to a private marina. The property’s mooring pen can hold a sizeable cruising vessel. This Nimbin property makes more money than the typical Aussie worker I had $1m to buy a house for a friend. What could go wrong? Influencer and AFL great list renovated property for $2.85m-$3m The labour to remove the house has started. Impressive homes on either side should inspire the new owner. The outlook over the Gladesville Bridge Marina ensures there will always be magnificent views. “It is such a rare offering,” Biviano says. “Buyers are a mixed bag. We have upsizers – those who want to get onto the waterfront. “And then there are the downsizers, who are looking to build a luxury home. “Or, it could be a multigenerational family who will build and develop it into two properties on the one lot. Because of the zoning, you have that capacity.” The 628-square-metre block is covered by R3 zoning, which enables applications for dual occupancy, townhouses, terraces, villas and apartments. A development approval for apartments was previously in place and provides a reference point for buyers who may wish to take that path, Biviano says. “It is great to have the marina on one side, and residential homes next door rather than apartments,” Biviano says. “I am looking forward to seeing who will purchase it and what they will do with it.” 2 Baths1 ParkingView listing The Sydney Harbour Bridge view is only one of the highlights of this modern apartment, which has not one but four glass balconies. 2 Baths3 ParkingView listing House-sized proportions grace this apartment, with a deep, L-shaped terrace and an iconic vista in a complex with a tennis court, pool and boat shed. The information on this website is intended to be of a general nature only and doesn't consider your objectives, financial situation or needs. where we are privileged to live and operate please leave them at the top of the hill on the grass next to the club You can access this area at the bottom of Roseby St beside the roundabout If you or someone you know are able to volunteer on a support boat or behind the canteen Stick around after racing at the club for dinner and a catch up with your fellow sailors Last minute registration HERE Interested in seeing more Racing News plus all the latest on yachting regattas and offshore adventures around the world The Weekly SOURCE is published by DCM Media THE LEADING SOURCE OF INFORMATION FOR THE LEISURE INDUSTRY Back to Latest News back In a bid to further solidify the venue as a premier destination for local and elite sport the City of Canada Bay Council has installed a state-of-the-art video replay screen at Drummoyne Oval The upgraded screen at the Sydney inner west site is a joint initiative by the Council and Cricket NSW ensuring that the venue expands its capacity to host top-tier events including Sydney Thunder matches and other community activities Michael Megna commented “this upgrade represents a significant investment in the future of Drummoyne Oval allowing us to attract more elite-level sport while creating a valuable community asset “Not only will the screen enhance the experience for spectators but it also opens up opportunities for innovative uses such as outdoor movie nights and community events.” The new high-definition screen features modern replay capabilities and scoreboard functionality Mayor Megna noted that the upgraded screen will also strengthen Drummoyne Oval’s position as the home of the Sydney Thunder further enhancing its reputation as a key venue in the cricketing calendar adding “this upgrade ensures Drummoyne Oval remains a hub for high-quality sporting events “I encourage the community to come down and experience the electrifying atmosphere during a match at Drummoyne Oval.” Image credit: City of Canada Bay Council 12th November 2024 - Sydney Thunder WBBL secures new home ground at Drummoyne Oval 5th June 2024 - City of Canada Bay prepares to open new Five Dock play space 4th May 2024 - Sports lighting company VAILO extends partnership with AFL’s Hawthorn FC 9th January 2024 - Big Screen Video unveils new ‘funnel’ 360-degree screen 13th June 2023 - Digital screen upgrade for Newcastle’s McDonald Jones Stadium 29th July 2022 - Performers injured by falling LED Screen at Hong Kong concert 14th July 2022 - Cbus Super Stadium installs giant LED screen ahead of Queensland Champions Cup 2nd July 2021 - Sydney Sports Management Group appointed to run City of Canada Bay’s Cintra Park tennis facility 23rd May 2013 - Community spirit lights up Drummoyne Oval 7th February 2011 - SCG’S Panasonic LED screen entertains over 170,000 fans we need reader support for our industry news gathering so ask that - if you don't already do so - you back us by subscribing to the printed Australasian Leisure Management magazine and/or our online news Click here to view our subscription options Click here to view our subscription options product and event updates delivered right to your inbox The Complete Guide to Leisure Industry Products & Services See more see more See the directory see all Get your business noticed in our targeted directory Viewed by 10,000 industry professionals per week Website by Remove items from your saved list to add more Add articles to your saved list and come back to them anytime a column dedicated to the essential Sydney sandwiches you need to know about and while the mortadella Reuben and tuna melt are tasty it’s the fried-chicken sanger we reckon is the mandatory purchase here The fried chicken sandwich at Tonino’s International.Edwina PicklesTell me more about this deli Tonino’s International is the brainchild of Stefano De Caro head chef of Surry Hills restaurant Cicerone Cucina Romana The precursor for Tonino’s began years ago at Cicerone when they operated a Sunday deli selling sandwiches during COVID lockdowns and with years of ideas and experience on their side the opportunity to bring Tonino’s International to life was realised Tonino’s deli is located within a Harris Farm in Drummoyne Edwina PicklesAdvertisementThe deli has a nostalgic vibe “I wanted to make it feel like my dad opened this in New York in the 1960s 1970s and I took it over in the ’90s,” says De Caro which doubles as a bistro serving pizza and pasta by night Co-owner Stefano De Caro with his sandwich Edwina PicklesBut back to the fried chicken sandwich While the Italian delis of New York might have shaped Tonino’s the fried chicken sanger draws influence and ingredients from the Middle East southern United States and Asia (in particular Korean fried chicken) “I don’t want it to be too Italian,” says De Caro He brines corn-fed chicken thigh (or breast depending on mood) in buttermilk and harissa (North African red chile paste) for 24 to 48 hours resulting in an incredibly tender and juicy piece of chicken The secret sauce? A spicy mix of kimchi mayo and sriracha. Edwina PicklesIt does, but it’s also got extra crunchy batter. “I use three types of flour [mixed with] spices, then we dust the chicken,” he says, not revealing what’s in the spice mix. The chicken is then fried, and before it’s placed on a round Big Marty’s sesame seed roll, it’s dipped in hot honey. Kimchi mayo, sriracha, sliced Lebanese cucumber, shredded lettuce and cheddar are also added. The lettuce and cucumber add freshness, making it lighter. The chilli is noticeable, but I wouldn’t call it spicy, and although you might think the flavours clash, it all sings in harmony. Spices are also added to the batter for extra kick. Edwina PicklesAdvertisementThe large orange-hued chicken sandwich comes with a steak knife so that you can cut it in half, but we reckon you should get messy and enjoy it as it comes. “What’s your bestseller?” I ask. “Oh, definitely the chicken sandwich,” says De Caro. I lined up for 65 minutes for this $15 sandwich, and I’d do it againWhere to get one and the bistro is open Thursday to Sunday 11am to 3pm and 5pm to 9pm This is the latest instalment of Sandwich watch, a column dedicated to the Sydney sandwiches you need to know about. If there’s a sandwich you’re dying to tell us about, please get in touch here: It was love at first bite with this triumphant egg, sausage and cheese muffinWhat makes it exceptional is the spiced sausage, fluffy house-made muffin and tangy banana ketchup. Plus two more ace breakfast sandwiches to try. Introducing Sandwich Watch – a column dedicated to the essential Sydney sandwiches you need to tryEvery few weeks, we’ll highlight a sanger that deserves your attention. But first, here’s a taste of the city’s standard-bearers and newcomers. I lined up for 65 minutes for this $15 sandwich, and I’d do it againThere’s no menu at this family-run inner west Italian deli. Instead, let the experts, who’ve been doing it for 43 years, guide your panini adventure. news and the hottest openings served to your inbox Everything you need to know if you're coming to Drummoyne Oval on Wednesday night Tickets: Adults from $15 | Kids Go Free (T&Cs apply)  Welcome to Country and First Nations performance: 5:55pm  Selfies and Signatures: End of match (approx Adult tickets from $15 and kids under 16 years go FREE! T&Cs apply. Click here to buy now.   The Box Office will be open for ticket sales on match day Patrons can purchase tickets until the innings break Entry is free for all Sydney Thunder members Simply scan your digital membership card at the gate!*  The Membership Marquee will be located at the main entrance if members require any assistance Want to Join the Thunder Nation? Click here to check out our membership packages, starting from $28 *Digital Member cards will be sent to members via email before the first WBBL home match of the Season. 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For assistance, please contact the Membership Team Keep an eye out for Thunder staff as you enter the ground We’ll be handing out the following freebies:  be sure to check out the following activities in the Fan Zone:  Thunder Members – don’t forget to collect your exclusive Thunder WBBL player badge from the Membership Marquee at the main entrance The best way to travel to Drummoyne Oval is via public transport Regular buses operate directly to Drummoyne Oval and travel along Victoria Road Drummoyne Oval is a 15-minute walk from the Drummoyne Ferry Wharf providing the Parramatta River Ferry Service To plan your trip, click here and search Drummoyne Oval Merchandise will be available for purchase at the Membership Marquee located at the main entrance Click here to check out the full range online.  Fans are invited to stay after the match for selfies and signatures with players next to the Thunder team dugout Stay up to date on all the action and news from the match by following Sydney Thunder on Facebook Fans can tune in from across the Thunder Nation on Fox Cricket and Kayo CNSW acknowledges and pays respect to the land and waters across New South Wales We pay our respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples who have walked upon and cared for this land for thousands of years We acknowledge their ongoing connection to this country as the Traditional Owners and we commit ourselves to the ongoing journey of Reconciliation so that together we may bring about equity and equality built on strong and trusting relationships The six-bedroom home at 44 St Georges Crescent was well looked after by the same family for 40 years. Bidding opened at $11 million, with $250,000 increments driving the price up before they shortened to $50,000 and $20,000. After thirty minutes of bidding in the living room overlooking Cockatoo Island, the property sold before a crowd of 50, including 10 members of the vendor’s family. Selling agent Matt Ward of McGrath Hunters Hill didn’t disclose the reserve but said “the vendors were thrilled that it hit the reserve”. “[Waterfront homes are] something that people aspire to – to be able to look at the water and the city and Harbour Bridge view is something that this side of Sydney, especially on the waterfront, doesn’t really come up very often,” he said. The waterfront house last traded for $400,000 in 1984, records show. The inner west buyer has a building background and will be making improvements for his family. The vendor plans to downsize locally. Family scores protected Drummoyne fixer upper for $3.25 million Moving on up: Bankstown dentist splashes $38m on Rose Bay mansion The $5 million 'prized piece of paradise' in Rhodes for sale It was one of 923 scheduled auctions in Sydney on Saturday. By Saturday evening, Domain Group had recorded a preliminary auction clearance rate of 62.6 per cent from 850 reported results across the week, while 218 auctions were withdrawn. Withdrawn auctions are counted as unsold properties when calculating the clearance rate. In Strathfield, the owner of 2 Jersey Road, purchased in 2023 for $4.35 million, sold his front yard for $2,875,000. 1 Bath1 ParkingView listing The corner block was 535.7 square metres and had dual access from two streets, making it attractive to developers interested in building a duplex. Five parties registered, all developers, and four actively competed. Bidding opened at $2.1 million, which was above the $2 million guide. Bidding rose in $100,000 jumps which then fell to $50,000, $25,000, $1000 and $5000 increments. The block sold for $375,000 above its $2.5 million reserve to a developer. “It was raining at the time. We had to have umbrellas out, we had to try and shield people,” James Kaye of Belle Property said. “So the weather could have been better. But it didn’t stop those buyers from coming out, seeing the value there.” Kaye said the vendors were happy with the result, adding that the subdivision sale would fund their new build, as the original structure had already been demolished. In South Coogee, an upsizing Maroubra family secured the keys to a five-bedroom, move-in ready house for $4.7 million. Three registered, and all actively bid on the home guided at $4.4 million, with swimming pool, at 133 Moverly Road. Bidding opened at $4 million, with $50,000 and $25,000 bid increments until it sold bang on its $4.7 million reserve. 3 Baths5 ParkingView listing NGFarah’s Martin Farah said it was good value for the size and for the area. “The home was done with a lot of quality. All the little things were done right.” The vendor is relocating within the same suburb. The property last traded for $2.3 million in 2019, records show. In Marrickville, a sweet single-level semi sold for $2.1 million. The two-bedroom courtyard semi at 26 Charles Street sold well above the vendor’s expectations. The reserve was $1.7 million. 1 Bath2 ParkingView listing Eleven registered to bid and seven were active; some were first home buyers, some upsizers and one was an investor. Bidding opened on the street in front of the house at $1.5 million, with $50,000 bid increments before they dropped to $20,000 and $30,000 rises. Then the increments climbed again to bold $40,000 and $50,000 offers towards the end. BresicWhitney’s Frederico Fraga-Matos said the vendor was “pleasantly surprised”. “He was a carpenter, so he was very houseproud.” The semi last traded for $175,000 in 1994, records show. After 30 years there, the vendor will be changing lifestyle with a move to the Central Coast. The buyer had been renting locally in Marrickville. AMP’s chief economist Dr Shane Oliver said Sydney’s clearance rate of 62.6 per cent was still a fairly soft outcome for Sydney. “The basic problem remains that there’s been a pickup in listings, 1345 listings [last week] compared with 1185 a year ago,” he said. “Part of that is seasonal, but part of it is forced listings on the fact that it’s still high interest rates. “And at the same time, demand is being constrained by those high interest rates.” Thirty-five people gathered on the balcony at 7/68-70 Wrights Road, with the Sydney Harbour Bridge in the backdrop, and watched the rapid-fire bidding for the luxurious flat with three car spaces guided at $4 million. the price shot above its $4.2 million reserve to $4.3 million Selling agent Matt Ward from McGrath Hunters Hill said “it was a magical morning” “There are a lot of apartments in Drummoyne but not many big ones This was just under 200 square metres internally as well as the low maintenance of the amenities “The building itself is a waterfront complex which has a swimming pool “The market is cautious but good-quality real estate is still attracting astute interest.” St Kilda West penthouse hidden atop a 1970s apartment complex listed for $2m-$2.2m Federal election 2025: What is each political party promising to do for housing affordability Liberal and Labor launches focus on housing but who thinks either side can fix that crisis any time soon The vendors purchased the apartment for $1.25 million in 1998 but never made the move and it was leased out until now The property was one of 1560 scheduled auctions in Sydney last week Domain Group recorded a preliminary auction clearance rate of 63.5 per cent from 970 reported results Withdrawn auctions are counted as unsold properties when calculating the clearance rate In Concord, a brand-new sophisticated home at 4 Inverary Street sold above its $4.1 million reserve for $4,265,000. 4 Baths4 ParkingView listing The home was guided at $3.8 million and bidding opened at $3.6 million Six inner west locals registered for the stunning property and four actively competed in rises of $100,000 down to $5000 McGrath Strathfield’s Tarun Sethi said “it was a turnkey proposition … brand-new home.” Sethi said the market is quite strong and a good testament to a highly competitive market The address last traded for $1,635,000 in 2020 In Cabramatta, seven buyers registered for a five-bedroom house with a guide of $1.6 million. The single-level family home at 70 Sussex Street attracted owner-occupiers, a mix of growing families and older ones. 2 Baths4 ParkingView listing Six of the seven buyers were active in the ring. Bidding started at $1.3 million and rose rapidly in $100,000 increments. When the price hit its reserve of $1.65 million, two buyers battled it out with smaller rises until a final $3000 bid secured the home for $1,803,000. LJ Hooker’s Henry Thai said Cabramatta has changed, and he thinks it will become Burwood “one day”. “People that can’t afford Burwood or Strathfield – they come here,” Thai said. “Long, long time ago, nobody wanted to stay in Cabramatta … now it’s a different story,” he said. Cabramatta’s median house price is now $1.1 million, Domain figures show, up 44.7 per cent in the 12 months to December. The buyers are a local family. The vendor is moving to a retirement village. AMP chief economist Dr Shane Oliver said Sydney’s clearance rate of 63.5 per cent is down slightly from last week. “We are in the run-up to Easter. So typically, selling activity tends to occur before Easter, and then after Easter, it slows off as we go into winter. So this is sort of the last of the strong weekends in terms of listing activity, but obviously buyer demand wasn’t that strong, and so we’re seeing demand cool off.” Oliver said he believes Trump’s tariffs are starting to take a toll. “There’s ongoing uncertainty around the election, but I think the big drag at present on buyer confidence is the uncertainty around the impact of Trump’s tariffs,” he said. Sydney Thunder Head Coach Lisa Keightley has named her 13-player squad for the much-anticipated Sydney Smash against the Sydney Sixers at Drummoyne Oval this Sunday This fixture marks the latest chapter in the intense rivalry between Thunder and Sixers as Thunder stars Chamari Athapaththu and Phoebe Litchfield prepare to face off against Sixers icons Ellyse Perry and Alyssa Healy in what promises to be an electrifying encounter Thunder have made one change to their squad with experienced all-rounder Georgia Adams replacing England captain Heather Knight who departs for national duties “We extend our thanks to Heather for her incredible contributions to Sydney Thunder Her presence brought out the best in our players and while we always knew this chapter would come since the draft “We’ve planned ahead for this moment and are excited to welcome Georgia Adams She brings a wealth of experience and leadership and we’re confident she’ll make a strong impact on our squad Sunday’s match is part of an exciting doubleheader with Brisbane Heat taking on Melbourne Stars in the curtain-raiser Fans will get the chance to watch Indian superstars Deepti Sharma making this a day of cricket not to be missed Thunder will host a Cricket & Culture Festival at Taplin Park Festival highlights include Bhangra dancers and a showcase of the Women’s T20 World Cup Trophy The festival opens at 1:00pm and is free to attend Phoebe Litchfield (C) (18) Georgia Adams (55) Chamari Athapaththu (99) Sam Bates (34) Ella Briscoe (35) Hannah Darlington (25) Sienna Eve (19) Shabnim Ismail (89) Sammy-Jo Johnson (58) Anika Learoyd (4) Taneale Peschel (6) Georgia Voll (13) Tahlia Wilson (21)  Tickets are available to purchase here Fans can catch the action live on Channel 7 Sydney Thunder WBBL|10 Squad Head Coach: Lisa Keightley Upcoming Sydney Thunder WBBL|10 Fixtures (all times AEDT):  Sydney Thunder head coach Lisa Keightley has announced a 13-player squad for the upcoming clash against the Perth Scorchers at Drummoyne Oval on Tuesday Thunder sit first on the WBBL|10 ladder with five wins after defeating a rival Sydney Sixer outfit at the SCG on Sunday while the Scorchers sit in sixth with three wins Thunder return to Drummoyne Oval for the first time since WBBL|07 and will play three games at the venue on November 12 Speaking on her side’s performance in WBBL|10 to date and their return to Drummoyne to take on the Scorchers "We've had good contributions and good partnerships with both bat and ball which is putting us in really good positions to win games What I've been really pleased with is when we're under pressure we're fighting hard and staying in the contest for as long as we can "The Scorchers have played some really good cricket Beth Mooney's always consistent and they've got a lot of depth or you could be on the other side and they're no different get in the contest and when we're under pressure and take our opportunities to win the match "I'm really excited to see a crowd here to support us at Drummoyne Oval It's one of those grounds where with the crowd so close the surroundings and the setting is just amazing Sydney Thunder squad v Perth Scorchers:Phoebe Litchfield (C) (18)Chamari Athapaththu (99) Sam Bates (34) Ella Briscoe (35)Hannah Darlington (25) Shabnim Ismail (89) Sammy-Jo Johnson (58) Heather Knight (5) Anika Learoyd (4)Claire Moore (85) Taneale Peschel (6) Georgia Voll (13) Tahlia Wilson (21) Tickets are available to purchase here Fans can watch the match live on Fox Cricket and Kayo Sport The world’s best women’s cricket players are coming to Drummoyne Oval on November 17 as the headline act in a Cricket & Culture Festival hosted by Western Sydney’s favourite sporting club Thunder stars Chamari Athapaththu and Phoebe Litchfield will square off against Sydney Sixers legends Ellyse Perry and Alyssa Healy in the Sydney Smash - the second match of the double header following the clash between Brisbane Heat and Melbourne Stars that will feature Indian superstars Deepti Sharma Right outside the doorstep to Drummoyne Oval Thunder will host a Cricket & Culture Festival Woolworths Cricket Blast clinic and skills area rock climbing wall and the Women’s T20 World Cup Trophy on display The Cricket & Culture Festival furthers Thunder’s commitment to the people of Western Sydney and with the presence of Athapaththu the player of the tournament in the WBBL last season said the day was shaping as a must do for cricket fans and those new to the game alike “Sydney Thunder are committed to growing their fan base in Western Sydney and they have a very strong connection to the South Asian community,” Athapaththu said “I am really excited to stop by the Cricket & Culture Festival outside the oval on my way into the ground I hope lots of people can come along and enjoy the activities there and watch some cricket at the same time.” The code will also provide a 20% discount on tickets will be signing autographs and posing for selfies inside Drummoyne Oval after their match while all the Thunder and Sixers players will meet fans on the boundary after their game Remaining Sydney Thunder WBBL|10 Fixtures (all times AEDT)  Friday November 1 | v Adelaide Strikers | North Sydney Oval | 3:45pm  Thursday November 7 | v Brisbane Heat | WACA Ground | 5:05pm  Sunday November 10 | v Sydney Sixers | SCG | 1:40pm  Tuesday November 12 | v Perth Scorchers | Drummoyne Oval | 6:10pm  Friday November 15 | v Perth Scorchers | MCG | 3:45pm  Sunday November 17 | v Sydney Sixers | Drummoyne Oval | 5:25pm  Wednesday November 20 | v Melbourne Stars | Drummoyne Oval | 6:10pm  Saturday November 31 | v Melbourne Renegades | CitiPower Centre | 10:00am home to some of the greatest moments in WBBL history will play host to an exciting festival of cricket this summer after Sydney Thunder confirmed they will play three matches in nine days at the venue in November While the full fixture for Weber WBBL|10 will be released next week Sydney Thunder have provided a sneak peek for their loyal members and fans into what is shaping as the League’s most iconic season coming off the back of a semi final season Sydney Sixers and Melbourne Stars over a nine-day period at the picturesque ground including the blockbuster Sydney Smash against their archrivals on Sunday November 17 Drummoyne hosted what many consider the greatest day in WBBL history during WBBL|04 – a semi final double header that saw Thunder go down on the last ball to Brisbane Heat in the first match then the Sydney Sixers force a Super Over on the last ball of their match against the Melbourne Renegades The Sixers eventually won that clash before going on to lose the final at Drummoyne as 5,368 fans packed out the ground Memberships for Sydney Thunder are now on sale. To purchase from our range of membership packages, click HERE said Drummoyne was the perfect venue for Thunder to have as a home in this year’s WBBL “Drummoyne has a storied history in the annals of the WBBL and we are looking to write the next chapter at what is one of Sydney’s most beautiful venues,” Copeland said “To be able to play three matches in just over a week is a massive win for our members and fans and the people of Western Sydney “Drummoyne lends itself to the family friendly atmosphere that is synonymous with the WBBL and having the three matches will allow us to create Thunder’s own festival of women’s cricket in our own backyard.” While the action on the field will be the main attraction families will be able to enjoy a host of exciting off field activations and food options Fans will also have the opportunity to meet the players for an autograph and selfie after each match Sydney Thunder has confirmed an unchanged lineup for their must-win WBBL|10 clash against the Hobart Hurricanes this Wednesday night at Drummoyne Oval With a spot in The Challenger against the Brisbane Heat on the line Lisa Keightley said the team is ready for the challenge:  and they’ve earned the right to play finals cricket “Drummoyne Oval has been a fantastic venue for us this season The atmosphere our fans have created here has been amazing and I know the players feed off that energy This will be our last game at Drummoyne for WBBL|10 so we’d love to see as many Thunder fans there as possible “The team is focused and ready to take on the Hurricanes A win here is crucial—it’s our ticket to The Challenger in Brisbane Sydney Thunder General Manager Trent Copeland shared his excitement ahead of the finals:  and I sat down with Lisa Keightley and Phoebe Litchfield to talk about the draft the ambition was always to lift that trophy at the end of the tournament “The girls have done a mountain of work to get to this point leading the way on the table for the majority of the season The atmosphere during the Sydney Smash was just a magic day for the club and lift that trophy come the end of WBBL|10.” Phoebe Litchfield (C) (18) Georgia Adams (55) Chamari Athapaththu (99) Sam Bates (34) Ella Briscoe (35) Hannah Darlington (25) Sienna Eve (19) Shabnim Ismail (89) Sammy-Jo Johnson (58) Anika Learoyd (4) Taneale Peschel (6) Georgia Voll (13) Tahlia Wilson (21)  with the Sydney Thunder hosting the Hobart Hurricanes at Drummoyne Oval in The Knockout with the winner going on to face the Brisbane Heat at Allan Border Field in The Challenger with the last of the four finals spots coming down to the last game of the regular season Sydney Thunder and Brisbane Heat all qualified a touch earlier but it was the Hobart Hurricanes who snatched fourth place How to watch: Channel 7, 7Plus, Fox Cricket, Kayo Sports Buy tickets: Tickets are on sale here For all matches in WBBL|10 there will be a Weber Baby Q  up for grabs during the innings break Fans can simply scan the QR code on the big screen to compete in trivia on their phone The fan with the most correct answers in the fastest time will win Live scores: Match Centre Highlights, news and reactions after the match: cricket.com.au, the CA Live and Big Bash apps But the clear theme from the past few games is a few lower scores with the bat Hobart Hurricanes: WLLWW (Most recent first) Two strong wins against the Scorchers and one win against the Strikers was enough to get the Hurricanes into fourth spot There is no rain forecast in Sydney for Wednesday's clash the higher ranked team in the Sydney Thunder will go through to The Challenger The one-over per side decider will be used if scores finish level with an unlimited amount of subsequent Super Overs to be played if the ties keep coming If no Super Over (or further Super Overs) are possible the Thunder will be declared the winner after finishing higher on the table Three Thunder players were selected in the WBBL|10 Team of the Tournament after a strong season Georgia Voll is capable of erupting for a massive score while captain Phoebe Litchfield has been an ultra-consistent contributor throughout the campaign Samantha Bates finished with 19 wickets in 10 games just one behind BKT Golden Arm winner Alana King But it was Hannah Darlington who popped up with three wickets last time these two teams met Lizelle Lee's back-to-back centuries a few weeks ago showed why she's Hobart's most dangerous player the Hurricanes have won games through a balanced approach with Nicola Carey and Molly Strano stepping up regularly These two teams met twice in a matter of days early in the home-and-away season The Hurricanes won the first encounter by 31 runs thanks to a strong batting performance by Nicola Carey.The inverse happened in the next outing with Heather Knight leading the Thunder to a 33-run win She'll be unavailable for this game as she's with the England squad Top-order batting is a huge strength for both these sides Thunder duo Georgia Voll and Phoebe Litchfield finished fourth and fifth in the competition for most runs Elyse Villani (ninth) and Nicola Carey (tenth) all finished in the top ten for runs scored The Hurricanes finished the home-and-away season second for total runs scored while the Thunder came in fourth.The difference for these teams starts in the bowling attacks The Thunder have four players in the top 25 for most wickets this season with Samantha Bates the star there with 19 wickets The Hurricanes have spread their bowling around a bit more but may lack that one player that's capable of really tearing the game apart A spot in The Challenger against the Brisbane Heat is the reward for the winner The road for the ultimate glory is the same for both sides however - just win three games in a row to be crowned WBBL|10 champions The Knockout: Sydney Thunder v Hobart Hurricanes | Drummoyne Oval | Wednesday, November 27 at 7.15pm AEDT The Challenger: Brisbane Heat v TBC | Allan Border Field | Friday, November 29 at 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Join now Your No.1 destination for live cricket scores video highlights and in‑depth feature stories Roosters legend's "perfect" $3m home for saleJames MacSmith Three-time NRL premiership winner and ex-Roosters skipper Jake Friend is selling his stunning $3m family home has undertaken a complete renovation of the inner west home since buying it for $1.6m in June 2019 RELATED: NRL ‘Mad Professor’s $10 home for sale Jake Friend renovated the home since buying it four years ago perfect for a young family or one with teenagers,” Mr Horwood said “Jake gutted the home and re-did everything there is a second story addition now and an extension out the back the new buyer can simply move in and enjoy it “It’s got that older classic facade that can tug at the heart strings but has been wonderfully updated for modern living.” MORE: Dark truth of Australia’s most expensive home The master bedroom with walk-in wardrobe and ensuite Friend in action for the Roosters in their 2019 Grand Final win Friend retired from Rugby League in 2021 after 264 NRL games with the Sydney Roosters which included premiership wins in 2013 Post-footy he is involved in the Roosters pathways system and he has established a successful plumbing business Friendly Plumbing His experience as a tradie helped him to transform the character-filled home MORE: From homeless to $10m a year: Kyle’s Sandilands crazy rags to riches tale Highlights of the home include: flowing layout and lux designer finishes beautifully landscaped gardens and backyard oversized main bed with walk in & ensuite airconditioning and underground wine cellar built-in outdoor kitchen with BBQ and storage and rear lane access MORE: Dad’s simple bank, tax tricks net him $390k a year The home is scheduled for auction on Saturday September 7 at 4.30pm third parties have written and supplied the content and we are not responsible for it completeness or reliability of the information nor do we accept any liability or responsibility arising in any way from omissions or errors contained in the content We do not recommend sponsored lenders or loan products and we cannot introduce you to sponsored lenders We strongly recommend that you obtain independent advice before you act on the content realestate.com.au is owned and operated by ASX-listed REA Group Ltd (REA:ASX) © REA Group Ltd. By accessing or using our platform, you agree to our Terms of Use. A council has promised to change its signage after residents of one particular street complained about copping parking tickets 'daily' Meha from Drummoyne, in Sydney's Inner West was issued a $264 fine even though she claimed the 'no stopping' sign was not visible from the parking space Although there is a sign mere metres from where Meha parked on Formosa Street it is obscured by a tree and is facing the opposite direction 'Locals are saying that the sign is easily missed. The council should mark it on the road too,' she told Yahoo 'It breaks my heart to see a fine every day on this street on this particular spot This is a no-stopping sign and easily missed.' Other residents on the street have similar complaints about being fined over a sign that was out of view from where they parked The City of Canada Bay Council has said the existing sign complies with Australian standards but that it will add additional signage in order to help reduce confusion. Other residents have similar complaints to Meha after being fined over the same mistake.  One man said how 'grateful' he was to a passing driver who warned him not to park in the notorious spot. Another resident suggested painting additional stripes on the road to warn drivers about where they can and cannot park.  The City of Canada Bay's Traffic Engineers determined the sign was 'compliant with the appropriate Australian standard' but agreed to installing 'an additional sign at this location to further assist motorists to be aware of the "No Stopping" restriction'. 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No one seems to have shared their thoughts on this topic yetLeave a comment so your voice will be heard first. {{message}} Sydney Thunder head coach Lisa Keightley has named a 13-player squad for her side's rematch with the Perth Scorchers at the MCG on Friday This fixture marks the second meeting between Thunder and the Scorchers this season following their encounter at Drummoyne Oval on Tuesday night Keightley emphasised the importance of recalibrating and building on their strengths for this next showdown “While we didn't get the result we wanted on Tuesday and we'll be focusing on refining our execution and playing to our strengths The players are ready to respond in Melbourne “We can’t take anything away from the Scorchers; they played with great intensity and we’ll be looking to match that energy on neutral ground “Playing at the MCG gives us a fantastic chance to regroup and the team is excited to put on a strong performance.”  This match will be a landmark occasion for WBBL veteran Sammy-Jo Johnson who will be making her debut appearance at the iconic MCG who has been a part of the league since its inaugural season shared her enthusiasm for the upcoming experience “I’ve been looking forward to this game all season,” Johnson admitted “It’s an incredible feeling to finally get the chance to play on one of the world’s most famous grounds and I can’t wait to be out there with my teammates “The MCG is such a special venue in Australian sport and it's a bit surreal that this will be my first time playing here I have played at every other stadium in Australia and will now be able to add the MCG to that list I’ll be giving it everything to make it a memorable match for Thunder fans.”  Head Coach: Lisa Keightley Contracted Players for WBBL|10: Phoebe Litchfield (C) Remaining Sydney Thunder WBBL|10 Fixtures (all times AEDT):  As the Australian sailing community prepares to support our Australian Sailing Team athletes and their fellow Aussie teammates at the Paris Olympics clubs and associations around the country are registering to host official watch parties during the Games With a special personal connection to some of our sailors Drummoyne Sailing Club (DSC) is one club already registered with the Australian Olympic Committee (AOC) to host an official event Club Commodore Stephen Brady is grateful for the support of the AOC and says the club is excited to come together and support our Aussie sailors from afar “Hosting a watch party really is a special way for us to engage with club members – we’re excited for the opportunity to bring our community together,” said Brady “We’re really excited that Olivia [Price] and Evie [Haseldine] are on the team – they were kids that grew up at the club and over the years have both been instructors for our junior sailing program “Everyone is excited to watch the girls and the entire Australian Sailing Team compete It really is inspirational to our current juniors that there’s others just like them who have gone on to do really well and most importantly just really enjoy their sailing,” he said In registering their events with the Australian Olympic Committee DSC will receive purpose built resources to assist them with the promotion of their events The resources will assist DSC to prepare for and host their AOC Watch Parties therefore aiding them to engage with their community “The Australian Sailing Team is one of the country’s most successful teams at the Olympics and when you watch the racing and listen to the expert commentary it’s just a really exciting way to participate and learn more about the sport,” said Brady “We’re planning to host a couple of events We know there’s a window when medal races will be on invite everyone along and really have a bit of a celebration.” has witnessed the importance of engaging juniors with events like these first hand “Evie was an impressionable 10 year old at the time of London 2012 she came home and told us that her dream was to go to the Olympics,” said Haseldine “You just don’t know how and when dreams are started for young sailors and Paris 2024 is potentially a big dream starter for that next generation of sailors To find our more about Olympics LIVE or register your club for a Watch Party, click here Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_2" ).setAttribute( "value" The Stars and the Heat go head-to-head at Drummoyne Oval with this game looming as a crucial one ahead of the finals How to watch: Channel 7, 7+, Fox Cricket, Kayo Sports Buy tickets: Tickets are on sale here For all matches in WBBL|10 there will be a Weber Baby Q up for grabs during the innings break Live scores: Match Centre Melbourne Stars: LLLWW (Most recent first) Back-to-back losses to the Renegades has really put the Stars in a tough position The Heat have re-found their form and are looking better with the ball Kim Garth had the Renegades in all sorts early but she ended up conceding a few more runs than she would have liked Shikha Pandey has been a wrecking ball for the Heat lately taking out both Alyssa Healy and Amelia Kerr very cheaply this game should keep them in the mix for a top-two spot with a win Sydney Thunder are one step closer to WBBL|10 glory after taking down Hobart Hurricanes with six balls to spare Phoebe Litchfield has led from the front to keep Sydney Thunder alive in the Weber WBBL|10 finals steering her side to a six-wicket win over Hobart Hurricanes in the Knockout who was given a life on 23 when Hurricanes 'keeper Lizelle Lee missed a stumping opportunity striking 46 from 36 deliveries as the Thunder reeled a target of 127 in 19 overs On an evening where only the skippers looked at home in the middle Elyse Villani's unbeaten 49 off 42 had helped Hobart to 6-126 in difficult batting conditions giving the Hurricanes some hope of their first ever WBBL finals win When Lee missed the chance to remove Litchfield off the spin of Molly Strano in the 15th over the Thunder still needed 42 off 31 and the Hurricanes were building pressure But a big Power Surge over from the Thunder skipper and batting partner Anika Learoyd (23no from 24) in the 18th over where they took Heather Graham for 14 runs including three boundaries left them needing just 10 from the final 12 balls Litchfield's first six of the match put the result beyond doubt and while she was dismissed with her team still two runs shy of victory Georgia Adams found the boundary first ball to ice the game where they will meet the Heat in the Challenger at Allan Border Field on Friday night The winner of that game advances to Sunday's final against the Renegades at the MCG The Thunder had been bowled out for 121 and 97 at the same venue during the regular season – offering hope to the Hurricanes despite their low total – and the hosts were immediately on the back foot when in-form opener Georgia Voll was caught off the second ball of their chase Second ball...Georgia Voll is out! #WBBL10 pic.twitter.com/vj6PLSVgdE The Hurricanes were able to make regular breakthroughs to keep the pressure on the Thunder with Heather Graham removing Tahlia Wilson for 14 after she was promoted to first drop and leg-spinner Amy Smith intervening to dismiss Chamari Athapaththu (31) just as she was looking ominous But the Thunder's experience on the Drummoyne surface shone through in Litchfield's patient innings Hobart had made a change at the top of the order as they elected to set a target calling in Ruth Johnston for her first game of the season to join opener Lizelle Lee and shuffling Villani back to the middle-order Johnson's stay in the middle lasted just six deliveries before she was bowled in bizarre fashion skying a delivery from quick Shabnim Ismail and losing sight of the ball as she started running down the pitch WOW!Have you ever seen a cricket dismissal like this?! #WBBL10 pic.twitter.com/XH1oPt9g6A it was to see the ball land directly in front of the stumps and roll into them When Athapaththu (2-24) picked up the key wickets of Nicola Carey (1) and Heather Graham (10) with her off-spin and Taneale Peschel (2-24) had Lee bowled for a 26-ball 23 Well off the pace at 4-47 midway through their innings Villani pulled out a captain's knock of her own to give her side hope on a difficult batting deck Her shift back to No.4 paid off for the club as she smacked five fours and hooked Ismail for six With handy contributions from Suzie Bates (16) and Kathryn Bryce (10) the Hurricanes scored 49 runs from the final five overs to set the Thunder 127 for a spot in the Challenger Sam Bates continued her outstanding season with a four-over miserly spell of 0-14 The Knockout: Sydney Thunder beat Hobart Hurricanes by six wickets with six balls remaining Sydney Thunder members and fans will be able to see their favourite team in action in Sydney every week of the tournament after the fixture for Weber WBBL|10 was announced today The tenth edition of the world’s premier women’s domestic T20 league heralds a new era for the game with a new optimised schedule that will see every team play a reduced 10 matches in the regular season meaning every match will count for more in the battle for finals qualification Thunder announced yesterday they would host a festival of cricket at Drummoyne Oval that will feature three exciting home matches in nine days starting with the Perth Scorchers (Tuesday Nov 12) followed by the Sydney Smash against the Sixers (Sunday Nov 17) and then Melbourne Stars (Wednesday Nov 20) Memberships for Sydney Thunder are now on sale. To purchase from our range of membership packages, click HERE Master coach Lisa Keightley’s squad kick off the season away to Hobart on October 28 before a return clash with the Hurricanes at North Sydney Oval on Thursday October 31 is followed by a showdown with reigning champions Adelaide as part of a double header at the same ground the next day Thunder will also be in Sydney for a game against the Sixers at the SCG on Sunday November 17 as part of the WBBL’s Stadium Series giving Sydney fans blockbuster Sydney Smash matches on successive Sundays The team will also play away matches against Brisbane Heat (WACA Nov 15) and Melbourne Renegades (Junction Oval said the draw was a win for Thunder’s members and fans and the people of Western Sydney “We are thrilled that our members and fans have the opportunity to see our WBBL team play at home in Sydney every week of the tournament,” Copeland said “The highlight of this will be the three match festival of cricket we will play at Drummoyne Oval in mid-November “The Sydney Smash is one of those games on a blockbuster double header Sunday which will be one of the highlights of the competition league wide and Drummoyne is one of the most picturesque “We are calling on our fans and cricket fans in general to fill the hill at Drummoyne that day meaning our players will not have to travel for 60 percent of the tournament and our members and fans can get to more of our matches with the addition of Georgia Voll announced last week and all of our players will be accessible to supporters at every match looking to inspire the next generation of Thunder players and fans.”  Sydney Thunder WBBL|10 Squad (as at July 9): Samantha Bates *Matches are part of the WBBL Stadium Series 13th March 2024 - Climate change poses increasing legal risk for Australian sports bodies 8th January 2024 - Cricket Australia advises that shortened BBL season attracts larger crowds 2nd September 2023 - Brisbane Heat recognised at 2023 Australia and 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weakest-growing suburbs in that time the weakest 20 suburbs in Sydney all still recorded increases Samantha Hassan and her husband spent almost three years looking for to buy in Drummoyne even though it was one of the weakest growing suburbs since 2019.Credit: Flavio Brancaleone our pre-approval was just under $2.4 million our pre-approval was $1.4 million,” said the 36-year-old who works in events including Drummoyne’s 9.3 per cent slide in the past year to March Hassan said it made little difference to their home-buying aspirations as the suburb remains 24.3 per cent higher than five years ago What was so hard over that time was everything we wanted was just out of reach It has been a common story for most home buyers in Sydney in the past five years to March 2024 as even the weakest-performing housing markets still recorded increases rose 14.8 per cent to a median house price of $2,353,000 It was followed by a range of even less desirable and more far-flung suburbs that recorded steeper growth despite small declines in the past year Rising prices were compounded by an unprecedented pandemic and the fastest rate hikes in a generation leaving the average home buyer behind if they were hoping to get into a house in any pocket of Sydney in the ensuing five years Domain chief of research and economics Dr Nicola Powell said Sydney’s property market is more expensive than five years ago House prices rose 57 per cent in that time “There are no suburbs that have fallen over the past five years because we’ve seen house prices have made a full recovery,” Powell said “What that shows at a suburb level is the lift is broad-based.” units had recorded declines that were down by 22 per cent in Kingswood to -2.5 per cent in Strathfield in the bottom 20 suburbs Powell said it highlighted Sydneysiders’ strong preference for houses “It showcases the strength in the house sector part of that is we’ve seen weaker or slower growth in units by comparison,” Powell said St George chief economist Besa Deda said Sydney’s broad-based house price growth was driven by low interest rates for some of the period strong population growth and market expectations that the next move in interest rates are a powerful mix of factors that are supporting growth in dwelling prices and likely to see dwelling prices supported over the period ahead.” House prices haven’t fallen in any suburb of Sydney over the past five years Deda said that while she is not expecting price growth to continue at the same rate as last year because of affordability and borrowing capacity constraints prices were likely to continue rising due to demand and undersupply of housing “It means that potential home buyers may move towards more affordable areas further away from the coast and the CBD or from areas that have good access to infrastructure and transport to relatively more affordable areas,” she said “It includes potential home buyers considering apartments over a house with a backyard and it may mean looking at homes that contain more confined living spaces.” The Agency Inner West and Drummoyne’s Fayez Yammine said it was undoubtedly harder to buy property in his pocket of Sydney than in 2019 despite concerns that never materialised “I remember 2019 was quite a tough market because there were talks just before the election of the Labor Party getting in,” Yammine said “The market went really flat because of the potential of negative gearing being abolished and talks of interest rates going up if the Labor Party got in.” the Liberal Party won the federal election rates were cut and held at a record low of 0.1 per cent the pandemic hit and inflation reached its highest level in decades triggering the 13 rate hikes since 2022 – the fastest in a generation “It’s much harder [to buy now],” Yammine said our pre-approval was $1.4 million,\\u201D said the 36-year-old who works in events \\u201CIt wasn\\u2019t just the [rising] market but it was also [rising] interest rates.\\u201D including Drummoyne\\u2019s 9.3 per cent slide in the past year to March When your borrowing power doesn\\u2019t improve Domain chief of research and economics Dr Nicola Powell said Sydney\\u2019s property market is more expensive than five years ago \\u201CThere are no suburbs that have fallen over the past five years because we\\u2019ve seen house prices have made a full recovery,\\u201D Powell said \\u201CWhat that shows at a suburb level is the lift is broad-based.\\u201D Powell said it highlighted Sydneysiders\\u2019 strong preference for houses \\u201CIt showcases the strength in the house sector part of that is we\\u2019ve seen weaker or slower growth in units by comparison,\\u201D Powell said St George chief economist Besa Deda said Sydney\\u2019s broad-based house price growth was driven by low interest rates for some of the period strong population growth and market expectations that the next move in interest rates are a powerful mix of factors that are supporting growth in dwelling prices and likely to see dwelling prices supported over the period ahead.\\u201D \\u201CIt means that potential home buyers may move towards more affordable areas further away from the coast and the CBD or from areas that have good access to infrastructure and transport to relatively more affordable areas,\\u201D she said \\u201CIt includes potential home buyers considering apartments over a house with a backyard and it may mean looking at homes that contain more confined living spaces.\\u201D The Agency Inner West and Drummoyne\\u2019s Fayez Yammine said it was undoubtedly harder to buy property in his pocket of Sydney than in 2019 despite concerns that never materialised \\u201CI remember 2019 was quite a tough market because there were talks just before the election of the Labor Party getting in,\\u201D Yammine said \\u201CThe market went really flat because of the potential of negative gearing being abolished and talks of interest rates going up if the Labor Party got in.\\u201D the pandemic hit and inflation reached its highest level in decades triggering the 13 rate hikes since 2022 \\u2013 the fastest in a generation \\u201CIt\\u2019s much harder [to buy now],\\u201D Yammine said There is no shortage of amazing waterfront properties in Sydney There is also no shortage of properties with tennis courts But when it comes to waterfront tennis courts – well On the market for the first time in 84 years, ‘Shalimar’ at 16 Drummoyne Ave, Drummoyne is a rare find for this very reason The five-bedroom Federation house on 2,982sq m has a lawn tennis court right on the water’s edge with genuine claims of being Sydney’s best sporting venue The lawn tennis court and tidal pool have held a prime waterfront position for more than a century It might not be a national icon nor have a naming sponsor but it is every bit as impressive as the SCG Parramatta’s CommBank Stadium or the new Sydney Football Stadium In terms of pristine locations in tennis world it might mirror the Dubai helipad Roger Federer and Andre Agassi played on Roger Federer and Andre Agassi playing on a court on the helipad of Burj Al Arab hotel in Dubai Shalimar was originally the home of George J the property was held in Pauline’s name until Mr Crowley’s passing in 1933 Well known in the Sydney business community as the chairman of directors for the City Life Assurance Society a bust statue of Mr Crowley is on display at Sydney’s Rockpool Bar and Grill in Hunter St (formerly his office) MORE: Trophy home sale is sixth most expensive ever ‘So much chaos’: Inside Kim Kardashian’s $32m post-divorce home Pauline Crowley and her four children outside the house C George Crowley’s initials embossed on the original staircase Shalimar was sold to Charles McNiven of McNiven’s ice cream and is now held in a family business ‘Shalimar investments’ Selling agent Martin Schiller of Savills Sydney said the heritage site was unique “If you were to highlight the significant properties in the Drummoyne area it would be one of a handful,” Mr Schiller said “It is likely to sell to a family who will restore the home to live in long term.” Second owner Charles McNiven of McNiven’s ice cream walking through the garden 1952 On just short of 3,000sq m of waterfront land period wallpaper and ornate cornices adorn the walls and windows while a marble fireplace in the dining room adds further grandeur The living area and two of the bedrooms have panoramic water views a tidal harbour pool sits beside an old-fashioned cabana with three change rooms There is also a billiards room above a separate double garage which was originally used to store horse carriages Mr Crowley’s granddaughter Bettena Henty said the tennis court and tidal pool were original features of the 124-year-old house The 81 year-old daughter of Mr Crowley’s youngest child visited the property in January this year and discovered her mother’s room “100 years since she was there Ms Bettena Henty (81) and her brother Mr John Madden (79) visiting their grandparents’ house in 2022 “When talking to Mother about her days growing up at Shalimar in Drummoyne she recollected lots of fun days playing tennis and swimming with friends – and rowing in their boat across to Hunters Hill for Mass on Sundays and to Marist Brothers Convent School at Woolwich,” Ms Henty said Shalimar has been listed for sale by private treaty and has a price guide of $15m MORE: $30m mancave trophy home shoots for suburb record Is this Sydney’s next $100m home? Famous hairdressing family lists beachside home The Marist Brothers are selling a 3000sqm landholding on the Parramatta River A religious order of the Catholic Church is selling a historic landmark waterfront estate that could rewrite property records in Sydney’s inner west The 3000sqm estate in Drummoyne known as Melton has been owned by Marist Brothers for the past 70 years and is believed to have a $12 million price guide Comprising of a three-storey mansion and another two-storey building, the huge complex at 14 Drummoyne Ave has been used as a residence and offices of the order The original three-storey mansion is full of character detail The property sits on the Parramatta River and is one of the largest private landholdings in the inner west It has R3 Residential zoning which means the property is expected to be popular with both owner occupiers and developers The zoning permits the owner occupiers to recreate a waterfront home or for developers to explore options such as a school accommodation or possible residential redevelopment The landmark listing has the potential to challenge the Drummoyne suburb record of $12.2 million that was set in 2017 when hotelier and race car driver Rod Salmon sold his three-level mansion A $12 million result would also see the estate claim the third most expensive sale in the inner west with the current record set last year after property developer John Gobbo paid $14.25 million for a waterfront mansion in Birchgrove Listed with The Agency’s Tony Laing and Michael Laing the duo are courting buyers via an expressions of interest campaign The online ad describes the property as “a never to be repeated opportunity” with a roof top turret offering views of the Sydney skyline and over the Parramatta River It has a tidal pool that is leased from the RMS Property records reveal the Drummoyne property is under the ownership of the Trustees of the Marist Brothers who also own at least 80 other properties from a one-bedroom apartment in Potts Point to a number of schools It is understood the order’s focus as a property player is to provide accommodation for retired and ageing brothers The original three-storey Federation home has a wealth of character features and is configured to feature several sittings rooms The estate has been under the order’s ownership for the past 70 years Connected via a covered walkway is the second building which has a library and a floor dedicated to offices The ground floor has 12 bedrooms — all with their own bathrooms Other features include manicured landscape gardens with a level waterfront lawn area a boatshed and an enclosed tidal pool that is subject to a RMS lease Marist Brothers is an international religious order founded in 1817 by a French priest Delays are expected on approach to the Anzac Bridge from 7am to 9am in the morning peak livetraffic.com transportnsw.info View more Driver Animation Videos here Drivers can also use Parramatta Road and City West Link as untolled routes to the city Ramp signals are operating at two key locations on approach to Anzac Bridge; Ramp signals control the rate of vehicles exiting the Interchange on approach to Anzac Bridge The signals can be set for different metering rates to improve traffic flow and minimise congestion They make merging safer and easier and reduce the risk of drivers having to brake suddenly.  The signals allow one vehicle per lane to enter when a green light is displayed The green signal allows the first vehicle in each lane to join the Anzac Bridge Ramp meters are activated during peak traffic periods or when there is heavy traffic congestion.  All WestConnex tolls are calculated using a ‘flag fall’ of $1.57 at the point of entry and then $0.58 per kilometre After 16.4 kilometres of continuous travel tolls will be capped at a maximum amount of $11.11 per journey the maximum toll cap is $33.32 per journey For information directly relating to bushfires please call the Bush Fire Information Line on 1800 679 737 or visit the NSW Rural Fire Service Website here. 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View on X [external link] Fire and Rescue NSW acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as the Traditional Custodians of the land and acknowledges and pays respect to their Elders Former NRL star Jake Friend has listed his incredible inner west home for sale Roosters legend Jake Friend has listed his radically transformed Drummoyne home for sale and revealed he and fiance Jenna Kallin have a “surprise” coming in May who quit the NRL in 2021 due to concussion injury and now runs Friendly Plumbing along with being head coach at Sydney Roosters Academy says Jenna is expecting their second child in a few months But it’s not yet known if their two-year-old son Meanwhile, the couple have been focusing on another project: turning their 1890s two-bedroom, two-bathroom semi at 44 Henley St, Drummoyne — bought for $1.6m in June three-bathroom residence with off-street parking Swans star’s home for sale Michael Hutchence childhood home listed But the interiors are dramatically different with an open-plan living area opening to a level lawn plus an extra floor to create a five-bedroom home “We’ve kept the original facade as we’re in a conservation area but gone up and out and out at the back,” he says It’s now listed for April 1 auction with Frank Colacicco of Bentley Estate Agents who is yet to set a price guide but says similar homes have sold in the “early $3m to mid-$3 million range” There are now three stylish bathrooms and an upper level has been added Jake Friend tackles Canberra’s Jack Wighton during the Sydney Roosters v Canberra Raiders Semi Final at the SCG in 2020 Friend says they intended on this being their family home but they’ve caught the renovation “bug”: they’d previously done up and traded a Randwick apartment bought for $1.32m in 2017 and sold for $1.58m in 2020 MORE: James Tedesco’s new luxury home sets NRL records Latrell Mitchell’s controversial ‘Covid’ farm for sale with Covid and all of the rain at the start of last year but we finally got it done and we’re set to go again,” Friend says he’d called on his “best mate” from his hometown of Noosa to do the work; along with a local architect And Georgia Tildsley of House of Ivory did the interiors “It’s a semi but not many semis around here have open-plan living and the level back garden and side lawn courtyard.” Is he worried about listing in the current higher interest rate environment so hopefully that will be a bonus for us … we’ll just have to wait to see how the opens go and the market reacts.” The interiors as they looked prior to the renovation Former Sydney Roosters rake Jake Friend and his Pride work van with his plumbing business in Sydney the Bay Run and not far from good schools and the shops,” he said MORE: Epic Qld mansion could be cheaper than it looks DrummoyneFiona Killman A luxury development in Sydney’s inner west has been approved with predictions of “record sales” A luxury apartment development described as a “new benchmark” has been given the green light in Sydney’s inner west with record sales predicted Plans have been approved to transform 2C – 2D Wolseley St in Drummoyne to 12 waterfront apartments and one penthouse overlooking the water will start in early 2024 and be the first joint venture in the inner west between Sydney property developer Central Element (CE) and Develotek Plans for the luxury apartments have been approved Former PM’s ex-wife’s Coogee property sells Plans include three and four-bedroom waterfront apartments ranging from 120 to 290 sqm with other features including lift access from the carpark with double garages and storage rooms for each address outdoor entertaining areas and individual wine cellars There will also be an outdoor area set on a 35-metre water frontage with large gardens outdoor swimming pool and access to the water by foot or boat Award-winning architecture and design firm SJB will lead the creative vision for the project SJB principal Adam Haddow said they aimed to create “a home completely connected to its location” The development will set “a new benchmark” for Drummoyne There will be 12 apartments in the complex and one penthouse “The architecture is in response to the site’s unique topography with individual rooms and openings adjusted to ensure that views and privacy are maximised,” he said “Each home features spaces that immerse you in the incredible location with generous open plan living and dining areas flowing out to oversized balconies allowing residents to see the water and enjoy waterfront living at its finest.” Bianca is now open for expressions of interest ahead of the sales release with McGrath agents Tracey Dixon and Rob Alfeldi Central Element’s managing director Nathan Chivas said this project was a rare opportunity to seek out “exceptional sites in premium suburbs to build luxurious living spaces of the highest quality” The outdoor area and views over the waterway Mystery over ‘disappearing’ North Shore home “Our position as force in the luxury residential market was further bolstered with the DA approval on the world-class mixed-use landmark Hyde Park site earlier in the month,” he said “Offering the epitome of premium waterfront living and the convenience of a six-kilometre drive or 18-minute ferry to the city we are expecting record sales as Bianca launches to market.” Develotek director John Fernandes said Wolseley St would see “the first and potentially the last major development in a generation” “Pressing ahead with Bianca in conjunction with CE is the first milestone of a conscious effort and push by Develotek to enter the high end Inner West market which we see as chronically undersupplied and we look forward to delivering a new benchmark to Drummoyne over the coming years,” he said